SCOPE OF WORK - PA



DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE

WERNERSVILLE STATE HOSPITAL

EXTERIOR WHEELCHAIR LIFT - SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

1.01 STIPULATIONS

The “General Conditions for Construction Projects” form a part of this Section by reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.02 LOCATION

The site of the work to be performed under this contract is the Wernersville State Hospital, located in South Heidelberg Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania.

1.03 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and supervision and installation of one (1) Vertical Wheelchair Lift to travel from grade level to the outside deck/platform entrance of Building #1. Any permits required for the performance of the work under this contract shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.04 WORK INCLUDED

A. Prepare the necessary architectural shop drawings for the proposed vertical wheelchair lift as required to meet the permit requirements of the Elevator Division of the State Department of Labor and Industry. Apply for and secure the necessary permits for the Lift.

B. Entire unit and installation shall fully meet the requirements of ANSI A 18.1 for public building installations and pass the state inspection. Labor and Industry Certificate of Operation to be delivered to Wernersville State Hospital upon completion.

C. The intent of this estimate to provide a complete job, from start to finish, except for a 110 volt 20 amp dedicated electric line with a lockable and fused disconnect switch to the lift area per NEC, reinforced level concrete slab, buildings division plan review conducted by the authority who has jurisdiction to review and approve the wheelchair lift as well as any related construction modifications required to accommodate the lift installation. Lift equipment installation must meet minimum industry standards.

D. A vertical platform (wheelchair) lifting device, such as manufactured by Thyssen Krupp or approved equal, designed to provide access to or within a building for mobility impaired persons.

E. Lift consists of machine tower and lifting platform installed within a steel frame with acrylic panel hoist-way selected and dimensioned to provide adequate lifting height to suit building access requirements indoors and out. Vertical travel shall not exceed 72”.

1.05 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

A. A vertical platform (wheelchair) lifting device, such as manufactured by Thyssen Krupp Access or approved equal, designed to provide access to or within a building for mobility impaired persons. Lift consists of machine tower and lifting platform installed within a steel frame with acrylic panel hoist-way selected and dimensioned to provide adequate lifting height to suit building access requirements indoors and out.

B. Drive: AC powered ball screw drive, ½ hp, 120 V, 60 Hz, instant reversing motor.

Number of Stops: two (2)

Platform Configuration: straight-thru

Maximum Travel: 72”

Rated Load: 750 lbs., with minimum safety factor of 5x.

Platform Size: 36” x 60” with 42” high guard panels.

Hoistway enclosure: steel structure with 20 ga. Galvanized sheet metal panels.

Main Power Supply Wiring: electrical contractor shall provide 115 VAC, single phase, 20 amp, and 60 Hz power circuit.

1.06 DATES OF COMPLETION

No work shall commence until the Contractor receives a fully executed contract. All work under this contract shall be completed within 180 calendar days from the effective date of the contract. Requests for extension of time shall be submitted in accordance with the General Conditions for Construction Projects.

1.07 OPERATING FEATURES

Platform Controls – directional paddle switch, on/off key switch, emergency stop switch with alarm and illuminated alarm button

Landing Controls – directional paddle switch and on/off key switch mounted inside gate/door frames

Constant pressure operation

Grounded electrical system with upper, lower and final limit switches and 24V operating controls

Non-slip surface on platform floor and ramp

Grab rail on platform

Manual lowering device

Integral ball screw safety device and electromechanical brake

Upper landing gage - 42” high, self-closing steel door with VDR mechanical interlock and steel sheet insert panel

Lower landing door - 6’8” self closing steel door with VDR mechanical interlock and steel sheet insert panel

Material-machine tower - 14 gauge steel sheet

Guide rail - 3” x 2” x 1/8” ASTM A500 grade B steel tubing

Base frame - 2” x 2” x ¼” structural steel tubing and angle

Lift weldment - 3/8” hot rolled steel plate and 2” x 2” x ¼” wall structural steel tubing

Side guard panels - 18” gauge galvanized steel sheet in 1” x 2” x 14 gauge steel tubing frame

Front Access Panel – 20 gauge galvanized steel sheet

Platform – 11 gauge steel plate

Enclosure panels – 20 gauge minimum galvanized steel sheet tubing

Access ramp – 11 gauge steel plate

Finishes – components shall be prepared with 1) alkaline detergent wash, 2) clear water rinse, 3) iron phosphate coating, 4) clear water rinse, and finished with electro statically applied thermostatic powder coat finish for indoor or outdoor use. Standard color is – ivory.

1.08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The electric contractors shall provide a 115V, single phase, 20 amp and 60 Hz electrical power source connection. Electrical piping and wiring supplied by others. Final electrical connections performed by lift contractor.

1.09 WORKMANSHIP / INSTALLATION

Installers shall be experienced in performing lift equipment installation for a minimum of 5 years.

Installers shall be certified and trained by the manufacturer.

Fire rated doors shall be installed by others. Electrical piping and wiring by others.

Final electrical connections and lift adjustments by lift contractor.

1.10 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer: provide wheelchair lift manufactured by a firm with a minimum of 10 years experience q in fabrication of wheelchair lifts equivalent to those specified.

B. All designs, clearances, workmanship and material, unless specifically accepted, shall be in accordance with all codes having legal jurisdiction.

C. All load ratings and safety factors shall meet or exceed those specified by all governing agencies with jurisdiction and shall be certified by a professional engineer.

D. Lift shall be subject to applicable state, local and city approval prior to installation and subject to inspection after installation. Determination of and adherence to these regulations is the responsibility of the lift contractor.

E. Welders certified in accordance with requirements of AWS D1.1 shall perform all welding of all parts.

F. Substitutions – no substitutions permitted.

G. The lift contractor shall make a final check of the lift’s operation with the Owner or Owner’s representative present prior to turning the lift over for use. The lift contractor shall determine that operating and safety devices are functioning properly.

1.11 WARRANTY

Manufacturer shall warrant the vertical lift’s drive system for a period of two (2) years after installation and all other components for one year after installation.

1.12 SITE VISIT

It is mandatory that the contractor visit the site prior to bidding and carefully note all existing conditions.

Any conditions or items noted on the visit not clearly defined in the Specifications or on the drawings shall be brought to the attention of the Facility Maintenance Manager, Mr. Steven Babb (610) 670-4176, or his representative. All prospective bidders shall sign the attached “Proof of Visit” form. One signed copy of the Proof of Visit form must be returned with your bid.

1.13 CONTRACT PROCESSING

All services provided by the contractor shall be subject to review and approval by the Facility Maintenance Manager who is responsible for monitoring the work being performed under this contract on behalf of Wernersville State Hospital:

Steven Babb; Office Phone: (610) 670-4176

All administrative, fiscal, and technical matters relating to this contract shall be directed to Mary Hein, Purchasing Agent:

Department of Public Welfare

Wernersville State Hospital

Rt. 422 West & Sportsman Road

P.O. Box 300

Wernersville, PA 19565-0300

Phone: (610) 670-4128

E-mail: mhein@state.pa.us

1.14 UNSATISFACTORY WORKMANSHIP

The Contract Administrator reserves the right to withhold payment for repetitive calls to correct the same deficiency or any other unsatisfactory workmanship. However, the Commonwealth assumes no responsibility for expenses so incurred in soliciting such assistance.

1.15 INVOICING INSTRUCTIONS

The contractor will be reimbursed only for services actually accepted by Wernersville State Hospital. Invoices will be verified and approved by the Contract Administrator prior to payment being made.

The contractor shall be paid upon satisfactory completion of work performed, and submission of an invoice on the contractor’s letterhead, in triplicate. Invoices should contain at minimum the following information:

1. Contract Number

2. Purchase Order Number

3. Purchase Order Line Number of Service Performed

4. Contractor’s Name, Address, S.A.P. Vendor Number and Federal Employer’s Identification Number.

5. Date(s) service provided and individual’s name (if necessary)

6. Description of service

7. Total of Invoice

Invoices shall be mailed to:

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – PO Invoice

PO Box 69180

Harrisburg, PA 17106

A copy of the invoice shall be mailed to the facility at:

Wernersville State Hospital

Attn: Accounting Dept.

P.O. Box 300

Wernersville, PA 19565-0300

1.16 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The Standard Contract Terms and Conditions are attached and the Department of Public Welfare’s addendum to the Terms and Conditions. This bid and any resulting orders or contracts are legally bound to these terms and conditions.

It shall be understood and agreed that any quantities listed in the proposal are estimates only and may be increased or decreased in accordance with the actual normal requirements of the Wernersville State Hospital. All bids must be typewritten or signed in ink by an authorized representative of the Contractor.

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