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MICHAEL E. DEBAKEY VA MEDICAL CENTERHOUSTON, TEXASProject Number: Project Title: Replace Existing Sump Pumps SP-9, SP-10, SP-11, SP-12SCOPE OF WORKGENERALThe contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, material, tools and equipment to remove and replace the existing submersible pumps (SP-9, SP-10, SP-11, and SP-12). The pumps are located in a 6ft diameter x 10 ft. deep pit at the west end and east end of the service tunnel at building 100. Two (2) pumps located at each location. The pit is considered a confined space and all workers shall utilize all applicable personal protective equipment while performing the work.DEMOLITIONRemove existing submersible pumps (SP-9, SP-10 and SP-11, SP-12) including all piping, valves, supports, bracing and related electrical up to the 6” connection at the top of the pit.PLUMBINGInstall 4 new submersible pumps 20 HP, 1750 RPM, 480 V, 3 Phase rated at 1000GPM, 45 ft head. Pump shall have a 4 in. flange connection. Two (2) at each location.Pump shall be Myers model 4VC200M4-43 or VA approved equal with flange fitting and support feet.Pump shall be braced in place to insure no movement when operating.Pump shall be connected to the existing power supply located at the top pf the pit.Each pump shall have isolation valves and check valves.All connections shall be grooved style.The new 4 in. piping shall extend to the top of the pit and connect into the existing 6 in. discharge line.Provide and install bracing on the pumps and piping as required.SUBMITTALS Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer and COR the following prior to commencing work:Quality Control Plan. Contractor shall establish a quality control plan for all work, including that of his subcontractors, to assure compliance with the contract provisions. Contractor shall submit a copy of his quality control plan concurrently with the quote.Submittals shall include: Pumps, valves, fittings, pipe.The VA shall check contractor's shop drawings, detail drawings, schedules, descriptive literature and samples, and review the color, texture and suitability of materials for conformity with the RFP Documents and construction documents. CODE REQUIREMENTSThe VA will be responsible for obtaining necessary local agency approvals as required.All work performed under this contract shall be in accordance with the VA Master Specifications (). Use sections that apply to the scope of work.All work shall comply with all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. In the event of a code discrepancy the stricter of the ordinances shall prevail.WARRANTIESOne year warranty will begin from the date of project completion.WORK SCHEDULEMobilization will only occur after all plans, submittals, and equipment are approved by the COR.The work will be done in phases since the ENT Clinic will still be operational.Work shall commence upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed from the government and shall be completed within 45 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.WORK LOCATION AND RESTRICTIONSThe work site location is in Building 100 at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. All work shall be done between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays, unless other times are arranged in advance and approved in writing by the COR. When the contractor’s work interferes with hospital functions, such as when work produces excessive noise, odors, dust, utility service interruptions, or other interferences with normal hospital operations that cannot be contained within the area of work, the contractor shall schedule said work at other than normal hours and as directed by the COR at no additional cost to the government.PARKINGParking is rigidly controlled throughout the Medical Center. Contractor parking is only allowed in authorized areas. Contractor shall abide by all police requirements. Parking in designated patient parking areas is strictly prohibited. Parking for unloading equipment necessary to perform the work will be authorized in advance of starting the project.STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT & MATERIALSThe contractor shall arrange with the Project Manager for allocation of required workspace and for the storage of equipment and material to be used for this project. Storage space is very limited. There are no exclusive areas within the campus that can be given to the contractor for their storage needs.Additionally, no space will be made available for the placement of a contractor trailer for this project. The Contractor should schedule delivery of materials to limit the amount of storage space and time.DEBRIS REMOVALContractor shall remove waste materials and debris daily from the campus. All waste material and debris shall be removed off the site by the contractor and shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations. All recyclable materials shall be recycled and weight tickets provided to the COR.SITE UTILITIESThe Contractor shall note this scope of work does not detail all existing structures, utilities, or components that may potentially interfere with the contract work required. All proposed utility relocations, reallocations, and shutdowns shall be approved by the COR prior to commencing such work. The contractor shall field verify all existing utility installations and take appropriate action prior to working around any potential utility installation.In the event a shutdown, restriction, or interruption of any utility services is required, a written request shall be submitted to the COR with a minimum of 72 hours’ notice. Requests shall be approved by the COR prior to commencing work. PROJECT SAFETYContractor shall comply with the following and keep a copy of the attached on site at all times:OSHAInterim Life Safety Measure Assessment (completed on site by phase)Infection Control Risk Assessment (completed on site by phase)Hot work Permits, required as neededConfined Space Permits, required as neededPENETRATIONS OF FIRE AND SMOKE BARRIERSPrior to any installation of equipment, cables, power connections, conduit, piping or other work that penetrates a smoke or fire barrier, all such work shall be approved by the COR. A penetration permit must be secured from FMS prior to disturbing the integrity of the barrier. The permit shall be available for inspection at the project location. After the work is completed, the penetration shall be repaired (sealed) according to accepted practice and utilizing materials (including UL/FM-listed through penetration fire stopping materials) that meet the original barrier construction requirements in order to restore the designed specifications for smoke and fire compartmentalization. All penetrations and miscellaneous openings shall be protected according to NFPA 101, Chapter 8. Upon completion of any penetration repair, a visual inspection for approval must be requested from, and completed by the COR.INTERIM LIFE SAFETY PROTECTION MEASURESContractor is not required to prepare a formal interim life safety measures plan for this project. At a minimum, contractor shall comply with the following requirements of an interim life safety measures and fire protection plan:Maintain the construction area to minimize the potential for fire or safety hazards resulting from storage of construction material, construction waste and debris during construction operations.PREVENTION OF FALSE FIRE ALARMSContractor shall comply with the requirements of MEDVAMC and as directed by the COR to prevent false fire alarms.MATERIAL & WORKMANSHIP QUALITYAll materials and workmanship shall comply with all codes, standards, and recommendations of all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). All work shall be done in a first class manner according to the best trade practices and to the satisfaction of the COR.The Contractor shall provide VA personnel with the necessary training to properly operate all provided equipment and systems. Additionally, the Contractor shall provide complete maintenance service support during the warranty period. All maintenance service shall be performed by factory trained, English speaking, technically qualified servicemen and shall be responsible for recording all work actions in the customer’s maintenance log book. Contractor’s warranty maintenance service support shall include all parts, service, labor, travel time, and expense to perform both preventive and corrective maintenance on the new turnkey installation.SECURITYAll contractor personnel shall obtain a short-term identification badge issued by the VA. Such badge shall be worn by the individual and prominently displayed at all times while on VA property. No employee of the contractor shall enter the project site without a valid identification badge issued by the VA. In order to obtain a short-term identification badge, contractor personnel shall present to the COR a valid driver’s license.All contractor personnel are subject to inspection of personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.- - E N D - - - ................
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