Z2DA-- 623-19-105 | Muskogee | Renovate Public Restroom Pre-Solicitation

AN AMENDMENT TO SOLICITATION 36C25924R0107 POSTED ON JUNE 24, 2024. ____________________________________________________________________________ The purpose of this amendment is as follows: Due to facility conference room availability the site visit must be pushed back to July 11th, 2024 @ 11:00 A.M. CT. All contractors shall meet the VA POC, Dat Le, at the previously posted location: Bldg. 18 in the engineering conference room. All questions in relation to this solicitation must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Mark.Holland@VA.gov and received no later July 16th, 2024, at 4:00 P.M. Central Time (CT). All answers to questions shall be posted, in a timely manner, to SAM.gov. Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors. All submitted proposals must be received in email by the closing date and time. This solicitation closes July 31st, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. CT. Email to Mark.Holland@VA.gov. All questions and fee proposal will be emailed to Christina Beeler-Blackburn Mark.Holland@VA.gov. All other items and conditions remain the same.

AN AMENDMENT TO SOLICITATION 36C25924R0107 POSTED ON JUNE 24, 2024.

____________________________________________________________________________

The purpose of this amendment is as follows:

Due to facility conference room availability the site visit must be pushed back to July 11th, 2024 @ 11:00 A.M. CT.

All contractors shall meet the VA POC, Dat Le, at the previously posted location: Bldg. 18 in the engineering conference room.

All questions in relation to this solicitation must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Mark.Holland@VA.gov and received no later July 16th, 2024, at 4:00 P.M. Central Time (CT).

All answers to questions shall be posted, in a timely manner, to SAM.gov.

Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors. All submitted proposals must be received in email by the closing date and time. This solicitation closes July 31st, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. CT. Email to Mark.Holland@VA.gov.

All questions and fee proposal will be emailed to Christina Beeler-Blackburn Mark.Holland@VA.gov.

All other items and conditions remain the same.

Statement of Work Project # 623-19-105 / Renovate Public Restroom Contractor shall furnish all labor and materials to perform construction for Project 623-19-105 Renovate Public Restroom at Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center, Muskogee OK in accordance with project plans and specifications. The objective of this project is to renovate the public restrooms near main entrance in building 53. The space is approximately 560 sq. feet. The work shall include: rework of existing layout to combine entry with a walk around wall, renovate tile and backsplashes, renovate flooring, repaint and fix walls where needed, replace ceiling, replace doors and door jams. During construction remove all furniture and relocate to a VA designated / provided secure storage area, shutoff and cap all HVAC piping coming from/to the central plant, shutoff and cap all plumbing piping to the main lines, disconnect and deactivate all electrical wiring from main line, remove and properly dispose of all demolished items. During demolition, demolish all ductwork/piping/wiring as close to main lines as possible. The contractor shall provide a competent / qualified person to inspect all spaces for asbestos and lead paint prior to demolition work. Should asbestos or other hazardous materials be discovered, the situation will be treated as unforeseen site conditions and handled accordingly. Construction considerations shall include but are not limited to the following: A phasing plan shall be developed to mitigate disturbance to the department. The space must remain fully functional during construction. Coordinate with the COR. Contractor to meet all VA Infection Control regulations while working in the area, including but not limited to ICRA barriers, negative air and walk off mats. This project consists of ICRA class II conditions. The Contractor shall be required follow proper infection control measures as outlined in the attached draft ICRA. Contractor to ensure that all adjacent surfaces are protected from damage during the period of construction. Patch and repair any damage due to construction before the end of the contract period. Due to the building being occupied during the weekdays, Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm, the Contractor shall phase and coordinate construction accordingly with VA COR to ensure that the individual stair wells are shut down for a minimal amount of time and that only one stair well is shut down at any given time. Prime contractor shall comply with NFPA, NEC and Life Safety Codes, ADA, VA Design Criteria / manuals, construction standards and other required standards for the development of construction documents. Prime contractor shall provide one year of maintenance and inspection service following beneficial use. The space conditions and the execution of this project shall proceed with minor interference to the operation of the medical center and shall comply with all requirements for infection control, utility interruptions, fire protection, and all other safety requirements of the contract. Period of Performance Contract shall be completed within 180 calendar days from notice to proceed. Safety The Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires strict adherence to the Code of Federal Regulations 29, Part 1926. This includes the requirement that the contractor have a Competent Person on the job at all times (must have a 30-hour OSHA card), and that all contractor employees have received a minimum of ten (10) hours of OSHA construction safety training. Documentation of these requirements shall be submitted and approved prior to performing the work. Contractor must submit a company Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) that must be approved by VA Safety prior to work beginning. This plan shall detail fire, construction, and health-related safety measures, in addition to listing Training Records for all employees for the previous year. A company standard or boilerplate safety plan will not be acceptable plan should contain a detailed hazard analysis for each element of construction to be performed such as an Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) or Job Hazard Analysis (JHA). This entire project shall conform to 100% of all VA standards and specifications, OSHA, AIA Construction Guidelines, Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards, and applicable building codes. The Contractor shall be responsible for the health and safety of their own employees. The VA will inform the Contractor of any hazards such as designated permit confined spaces, electrical hazards, etc. which may affect Contractor employees. The Contractor must take precautions appropriate for the safety of their employees as well as provide equipment necessary for these actions. Contractor employees will notify the VA Representative before entering a designated permit required confined space, so precautions can be taken in advance of the work. The Contractor shall hold harmless and indemnify the Government against any and all liability, claims, and costs of whatsoever kind and nature for injury to or death of any person or persons and for loss or damage to any property occurring in connection with, in any way incident to, or arising out of the occupancy, use, service, operation or performance of work under the terms of the contract, resulting in whole or in part from the negligence acts or omissions of the Contractor, any subcontractor, or any employee, agent, or representative of the Contractor or subcontractor The Contractor is responsible for protection of existing finishes, and VA property, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), located in the areas where demolition, construction, preventative maintenance, and repair work is being performed, as well as along paths of travel to and from these areas. Both exterior and interior finishes and property must be maintained. The contractor is liable for any damage to VA property during the course of the contract. Any damage to existing finishes must be repaired by the Contractor to equal or greater quality than existing finishes. All tasks accomplished by the Contractor personnel will be performed to preclude damage or disfigurement of government-owned FF&E and architectural or building structures. Contractor will report any damage or disfigurement to these items when caused by the Contractor s personnel and will perform repairs or replace government-owned equipment, fixtures, furnishings, grounds and architectural or building structures to their previously existing condition.

Statement of Work

Project # 623-19-105 / Renovate Public Restroom

Contractor shall furnish all labor and materials to perform construction for Project 623-19-105 Renovate Public Restroom at Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center, Muskogee OK in accordance with project plans and specifications.

The objective of this project is to renovate the public restrooms near main entrance in building 53. The space is approximately 560 sq. feet. The work shall include: rework of existing layout to combine entry with a walk around wall, renovate tile and backsplashes, renovate flooring, repaint and fix walls where needed, replace ceiling, replace doors and door jams. During construction remove all furniture and relocate to a VA designated / provided secure storage area, shutoff and cap all HVAC piping coming from/to the central plant, shutoff and cap all plumbing piping to the main lines, disconnect and deactivate all electrical wiring from main line, remove and properly dispose of all demolished items. During demolition, demolish all ductwork/piping/wiring as close to main lines as possible. The contractor shall provide a competent / qualified person to inspect all spaces for asbestos and lead paint prior to demolition work. Should asbestos or other hazardous materials be discovered, the situation will be treated as unforeseen site conditions and handled accordingly.

Construction considerations shall include but are not limited to the following:

A phasing plan shall be developed to mitigate disturbance to the department. The space must remain fully functional during construction. Coordinate with the COR.

Contractor to meet all VA Infection Control regulations while working in the area, including but not limited to ICRA barriers, negative air and walk off mats.

This project consists of ICRA class II conditions. The Contractor shall be required follow proper infection control measures as outlined in the attached draft ICRA. Contractor to ensure that all adjacent surfaces are protected from damage during the period of construction. Patch and repair any damage due to construction before the end of the contract period.

Due to the building being occupied during the weekdays, Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm, the Contractor shall phase and coordinate construction accordingly with VA COR to ensure that the individual stair wells are shut down for a minimal amount of time and that only one stair well is shut down at any given time.

Prime contractor shall comply with NFPA, NEC and Life Safety Codes, ADA, VA Design Criteria / manuals, construction standards and other required standards for the development of construction documents. Prime contractor shall provide one year of maintenance and inspection service following beneficial use. The space conditions and the execution of this project shall proceed with minor interference to the operation of the medical center and shall comply with all requirements for infection control, utility interruptions, fire protection, and all other safety requirements of the contract.

Period of Performance

Contract shall be completed within 180 calendar days from notice to proceed.

Safety

The Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires strict adherence to the Code of Federal Regulations 29, Part 1926. This includes the requirement that the contractor have a Competent Person on the job at all times (must have a 30-hour OSHA card), and that all contractor employees have received a minimum of ten (10) hours of OSHA construction safety training. Documentation of these requirements shall be submitted and approved prior to performing the work.

Contractor must submit a company Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) that must be approved by VA Safety prior to work beginning. This plan shall detail fire, construction, and health-related safety measures, in addition to listing Training Records for all employees for the previous year. A company standard or boilerplate safety plan will not be acceptable plan should contain a detailed hazard analysis for each element of construction to be performed such as an Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) or Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).

This entire project shall conform to 100% of all VA standards and specifications, OSHA, AIA Construction Guidelines, Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards, and applicable building codes.

The Contractor shall be responsible for the health and safety of their own employees. The VA will inform the Contractor of any hazards such as designated permit confined spaces, electrical hazards, etc. which may affect Contractor employees. The Contractor must take precautions appropriate for the safety of their employees as well as provide equipment necessary for these actions. Contractor employees will notify the VA Representative before entering a designated permit required confined space, so precautions can be taken in advance of the work.

The Contractor shall hold harmless and indemnify the Government against any and all liability, claims, and costs of whatsoever kind and nature for injury to or death of any person or persons and for loss or damage to any property occurring in connection with, in any way incident to, or arising out of the occupancy, use, service, operation or performance of work under the terms of the contract, resulting in whole or in part from the negligence acts or omissions of the Contractor, any subcontractor, or any employee, agent, or representative of the Contractor or subcontractor

The Contractor is responsible for protection of existing finishes, and VA property, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), located in the areas where demolition, construction, preventative maintenance, and repair work is being performed, as well as along paths of travel to and from these areas. Both exterior and interior finishes and property must be maintained. The contractor is liable for any damage to VA property during the course of the contract. Any damage to existing finishes must be repaired by the Contractor to equal or greater quality than existing finishes. All tasks accomplished by the Contractor personnel will be performed to preclude damage or disfigurement of government-owned FF&E and architectural or building structures. Contractor will report any damage or disfigurement to these items when caused by the Contractor s personnel and will perform repairs or replace government-owned equipment, fixtures, furnishings, grounds and architectural or building structures to their previously existing condition.