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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF JULY 11, 2009 FBO #2784
MODIFICATION

Y -- OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH ADDITION

Notice Date

7/9/2009
 

Notice Type

Modification/Amendment
 

NAICS

236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
 

Contracting Office

Department of Veterans Affairs, Shreveport VAMC, Overton Brooks Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Department of Veterans Affairs;Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (90C);510 East Stoner Avenue;Shreveport LA 71101
 

ZIP Code

71101
 

Solicitation Number

VA-256-09-RP-0231
 

Response Due

8/5/2009
 

Archive Date

10/4/2009
 

Point of Contact

Carolyn S LeeContracting Specialist<br />
 

E-Mail Address

Contracting Specialist
(Carolyn.Lee3@va.gov)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
 

Description

The purpose of this amendment is to correct Amendment VA256-09-RP-0231-05 due to an error in uploading documents into FedBizOpps.a. Section 28 05 11, Requirements for Electronic Safety and Security Installations, is attached to subject amendment and incorporated into and made a part hereof. b. Section 33 46 13, Foundation Drainage, is attached to subject amendment and incorporated into and made a part hereof. a. Revised Structural Drawings S001, S002, S003, S101, S102, S103, S104, S105, S201, S301, S302, S310, S311, S401, S402, S410, S411, S601, S603 and S701 are attached to subject amendment and incorporated into and made a part hereof. b. Date and time for receipt of offers remains unchanged. If unable to download documents from FedBizOpps, the documents will be emailed to offerors sending a request to Carolyn.Lee3@va.gov.. SECTION 28 05 11 REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY INSTALLATIONS PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A.This Section, Requirements for Electronic Safety and Security Installations, applies to all sections of Division 28. B.Furnish and install electronic safety and security cabling, systems, equipment and accessories in accordance with the specifications and drawings. Capacities and ratings of, cable and other items and arrangements for the specified items are shown on drawings. 1.2 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS A.References to industry and trade association standards and codes are minimum installation requirement standards. B.Drawings and other specification sections shall govern in those instances where requirements are greater than those specified in the above standards. 1.3 QUALIFICATIONS (PRODUCTS AND SERVICES) A.Manufacturers Qualifications: The manufacturer shall regularly and presently produce, as one of the manufacturer's principal products, the equipment and material specified for this project, and shall have manufactured the item for at least three years. B.Product Qualification: 1.Manufacturer's product shall have been in satisfactory operation, on three installations of similar size and type as this project, for approximately three years. 2.The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to submit a list of installations where the products have been in operation before approval. C.Service Qualifications: There shall be a permanent service organization maintained or trained by the manufacturer which will render satisfactory service to this installation within four hours of receipt of notification that service is needed. Submit name and address of service organizations. 1.4 MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS A.Materials and equipment furnished shall be of current production by manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of such items, for which replacement parts shall be available. B.When more than one unit of the same class of equipment is required, such units shall be the product of a single manufacturer. C.Equipment Assemblies and Components: 1.Components of an assembled unit need not be products of the same manufacturer. 2.Manufacturers of equipment assemblies, which include components made by others, shall assume complete responsibility for the final assembled unit. 3.Components shall be compatible with each other and with the total assembly for the intended service. 4.Constituent parts which are similar shall be the product of a single manufacturer. D.Factory wiring shall be identified on the equipment being furnished and on all wiring diagrams. E.When Factory Testing Is Specified: 1.The Government shall have the option of witnessing factory tests. The contractor shall notify the VA through the Resident Engineer a minimum of 15 working days prior to the manufacturers making the factory tests. 2.Four copies of certified test reports containing all test data shall be furnished to the Resident Engineer prior to final inspection and not more than 90 days after completion of the tests. 3.When equipment fails to meet factory test and re-inspection is required, the contractor shall be liable for all additional expenses, including expenses of the Government. 1.5 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Where variations from the contract requirements are requested in accordance with Section 00 72 00, GENERAL CONDITIONS and Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES, the connecting work and related components shall include, but not be limited to additions or changes to branch circuits, circuit protective devices, conduits, wire, feeders, controls, panels and installation methods. 1.6 EQUIPMENT PROTECTION A.Equipment and materials shall be protected during shipment and storage against physical damage, dirt, moisture, cold and rain: 1.During installation, enclosures, equipment, controls, controllers, circuit protective devices, and other like items, shall be protected against entry of foreign matter; and be vacuum cleaned both inside and outside before testing and operating and repainting if required. 2.Damaged equipment shall be, as determined by the Resident Engineer, placed in first class operating condition or be returned to the source of supply for repair or replacement. 3.Painted surfaces shall be protected with factory installed removable heavy kraft paper, sheet vinyl or equal. 4.Damaged paint on equipment and materials shall be refinished with the same quality of paint and workmanship as used by the manufacturer so repaired areas are not obvious. 1.7 WORK PERFORMANCE A.Job site safety and worker safety is the responsibility of the contractor. B.For work on existing stations, arrange, phase and perform work to assure electronic safety and security service for other buildings at all times. Refer to Article OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS under Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. C.New work shall be installed and connected to existing work neatly and carefully. Disturbed or damaged work shall be replaced or repaired to its prior conditions, as required by Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. D.Coordinate location of equipment and conduit with other trades to minimize interferences. See Section 00 72 00, GENERAL CONDITIONS. 1.8 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND REQUIREMENTS A.Equipment location shall be as close as practical to locations shown on the drawings. B.Inaccessible Equipment: 1.Where the Government determines that the Contractor has installed equipment not conveniently accessible for operation and maintenance, the equipment shall be removed and reinstalled as directed at no additional cost to the Government. 2."Conveniently accessible" is defined as being capable of being reached without the use of ladders, or without climbing or crawling under or over obstacles such as, but not limited to, motors, pumps, belt guards, transformers, piping, ductwork, conduit and raceways. 1.9 EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION A.Install an identification sign which clearly indicates information required for use and maintenance of equipment. B.Nameplates shall be laminated black phenolic resin with a white core with engraved lettering, a minimum of 6 mm (1/4 inch) high. Secure nameplates with screws. Nameplates that are furnished by manufacturer as a standard catalog item, or where other method of identification is herein specified, are exceptions. 1.10 SUBMITTALS A.Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. B.The Government's approval shall be obtained for all equipment and material before delivery to the job site. Delivery, storage or installation of equipment or material which has not had prior approval will not be permitted at the job site. C.All submittals shall include adequate descriptive literature, catalog cuts, shop drawings and other data necessary for the Government to ascertain that the proposed equipment and materials comply with specification requirements. Catalog cuts submitted for approval shall be legible and clearly identify equipment being submitted. D.Submittals for individual systems and equipment assemblies which consist of more than one item or component shall be made for the system or assembly as a whole. Partial submittals will not be considered for approval. 1.Mark the submittals, "SUBMITTED UNDER SECTION__________________". 2.Submittals shall be marked to show specification reference including the section and paragraph numbers. 3.Submit each section separately. E.The submittals shall include the following: 1.Information that confirms compliance with contract requirements. Include the manufacturer's name, model or catalog numbers, catalog information, technical data sheets, shop drawings, pictures, nameplate data and test reports as required. 2.Elementary and interconnection wiring diagrams for communication and signal systems, control system and equipment assemblies. All terminal points and wiring shall be identified on wiring diagrams. 3.Parts list which shall include those replacement parts recommended by the equipment manufacturer, quantity of parts, current price and availability of each part. F.Manuals: Submit in accordance with Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. 1.Maintenance and Operation Manuals: Submit as required for systems and equipment specified in the technical sections. Furnish four copies, bound in hardback binders, (manufacturer's standard binders) or an approved equivalent. Furnish one complete manual as specified in the technical section but in no case later than prior to performance of systems or equipment test, and furnish the remaining manuals prior to contract completion. 2.Inscribe the following identification on the cover: the words "MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION MANUAL," the name and location of the system, equipment, building, name of Contractor, and contract number. Include in the manual the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of each subcontractor installing the system or equipment and the local representatives for the system or equipment. 3.Provide a "Table of Contents" and assemble the manual to conform to the table of contents, with tab sheets placed before instructions covering the subject. The instructions shall be legible and easily read, with large sheets of drawings folded in. 4.The manuals shall include: a.Internal and interconnecting wiring and control diagrams with data to explain detailed operation and control of the equipment. b.A control sequence describing start-up, operation, and shutdown. c.Description of the function of each principal item of equipment. d.Installation and maintenance instructions. e.Safety precautions. f.Diagrams and illustrations. g.Testing methods. h.Performance data. i.Pictorial "exploded" parts list with part numbers. Emphasis shall be placed on the use of special tools and instruments. The list shall indicate sources of supply, recommended spare parts, and name of servicing organization. j.Appendix; list qualified permanent servicing organizations for support of the equipment, including addresses and certified qualifications. G.Approvals will be based on complete submission of manuals together with shop drawings. H.After approval and prior to installation, furnish the Resident Engineer with one sample of each of the following: 1.A 300 mm (12 inch) length of each type and size of wire and cable along with the tag from the coils of reels from which the samples were taken. 2.Each type of conduit and pathway coupling, bushing and termination fitting. 3.Conduit hangers, clamps and supports. 4.Duct sealing compound. I.In addition to the requirement of SUBMITTALS, the VA reserves the right to request the manufacturer to arrange for a VA representative to see typical active systems in operation, when there has been no prior experience with the manufacturer or the type of equipment being submitted. 1.11 SINGULAR NUMBER Where any device or part of equipment is referred to in these specifications in the singular number (e.g., "the switch"), this reference shall be deemed to apply to as many such devices as are required to complete the installation as shown on the drawings. 1.12 TRAINING A.Training shall be provided in accordance with Article, INSTRUCTIONS, of Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. B.Training shall be provided for the particular equipment or system as required in each associated specification. C.A training schedule shall be developed and submitted by the contractor and approved by the Resident Engineer at least 30 days prior to the planned training. - E N D SECTION 33 46 13 FOUNDATION DRAINAGE PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section specifies foundation drainage system, including installation, backfill, and cleanout extensions, to place of connection to storm sewer. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A.Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. B.Samples: For each type of filter fabric, pipe, and fitting indicated C.Product Data: Certifications from the manufacturers attesting that materials meet specification requirements. 1.3 RELATED WORK: A.Materials testing and inspection during construction: Section 01 45 29, TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES. B.Safety requirements: Section 00 72 00, GENERAL CONDITIONS, Article, ACCIDENT PREVENTION. C.Protection of existing utilities, fire protection services, existing equipment, roads, and pavements: Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. D.Subsurface Investigation: Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Article, PHYSICAL DATA. 1.4 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS A.The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred in the text by basic designation only. B.American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO): HB17-02Standard Spec for Highway Bridges, Div II, Section 36.4.2.4, Joint Properties. M6 03Fine Aggregate for Portland Cement Concrete M86/M86M-06Concrete Sewer, Storm Drain, and Culvert Pipe M175/M175M 05Perforated Concrete Pipe M288-06Geotextile Specification for Highway Applications T281-06Vitrified Clay Pipe C.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): A74-05Standard Specification for Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings A746-03Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Gravity Sewer Pipe C14/C14M-05a Standard Specification for Non-reinforced Concrete Sewer, Storm Drain, and Culvert Pipe C118/C118M-05aStandard Specification for Concrete Pipe for Irrigation or Drainage C443/C443M-05aStandard Specification for Joints for Concrete Pipe and Manholes, Using Rubber Gaskets C444/C444M-03Standard Specification for Perforated Concrete Pipe D448-03aStandard Classification for Sizes of Aggregate for Road and Bridge Construction D2321-05Standard Practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pipe for Sewers and Other Gravity-Flow Applications D2729-03Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings D2737-03Standard Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Tubing D3034-06Standard Specification for Type PSM Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings D4216-03Standard Specification for Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Related PVC and Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Building Products Compounds F477-02e1Standard Specification for Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Joining Plastic Pipe F758-95(2000) Standard Specification for Smooth-Wall Poly (Vinyl Chloride)(PVC)Plastic Underdrain Systems for Highway, Airport, and Similar Drainage. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS A.Underslab Header: 1.PVC sewer pipe and fittings per ASTM D3034, in NPS 4 to NPS 15 (DN 100 to DN 375). Joints shall be bell-and-spigot. ASTM F477, elastomeric seal gaskets shall be used. B.Perforated Drainage Pipe: 1.Perforated, PVC sewer pipe and fittings per ASTM D2729, in NPS 4 (DN 100) only. Joints shall be bell-and-spigot, loose type. C.Cleanout Extension: ASTM A74, cast iron pipe or ASTM A746 ductile iron. Gravity Sewer pipes shall have a neoprene gasket joints and long sweep elbow fittings. D.Drainage Conduit: 1.Pipe, fittings, and couplings shall be perforated and smooth PVC complying with ASTM D4216 and ASTM D2729. 2.Pipe size shall be 200 mm (8 inches) and have a high minimum flow rate equal to a NPS 4 (DN 100) pipe. 3.Fittings shall be PVC with NPS 4 (DN 100) outlet connection. 4.Couplings shall be PVC. E.Geotextile: Nonwoven needle-punched geotextile, manufactured for subsurface drainage, made from polyolefins or polyesters; with elongation greater than 50 percent; complying with the following properties determined according to AASHTO M 288: F.Drainage Mat: Formed three dimensional polyethylene or high-impact polymeric core or compression-resistant nylon matting of open three-dimensional construction. G.Drainage Material: 1.Bedding: Crushed stone, 20 mm (3/4 inch) to No. 4 per ASTM D448. 2.Fill to 300 mm (1 foot) above pipe: Crushed stone, 20 mm (3/4 inch) to No. 4 per ASTM D448. H.Concrete Sand: AASHTO M6. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A.Laying: Prior to installation of bedding materials or piping, examination of excavation and subgrades are to be observed by the Resident Engineer. Invert elevation of drain pipe shall not be higher than top of lowest floor elevation nor lower than a 45 degree line projected from bottom of any adjacent footing. Lay drain lines and firmly bed in granular material a minimum of 75 mm (3 inches) below invert to top of pipe to true grades and alignment with bells facing upgrade, and to slope uniformly between elevations shown on foundation drainage drawings. Keep trenches dry until pipe is in place and granular material backfill is completed to 300 mm (1 foot) above top of pipe, unless otherwise noted. 1.Install gaskets, seals, sleeves, and couplings according to manufacturers written instructions and per the applicable standard: a.PE and PVC pipe installation shall be per ASTM D2321 and ASTM F758. C118/C118M. b.PVC joint construction shall be per ASTM D3034 with elastomeric seals gaskets per ASTM D2321. c.Perforated PVC joint construction shall be per ASTM D2729, with loose bell and spigot joints. 2.Lay perforated pipe with perforations down. Lay plain end pipe with closed joints held in place with two No. 9 spring steel wire clips at each joint or by standard clay collars. 3.For foundation subdrainage, install piping pitched down in direction of flow, at a minimum slope of 0.5 percent and with a minimum cover of 900 mm (3 feet), unless otherwise indicated. 4.For underslab subdrainage, install piping pitched down in direction of flow, at a minimum slope of 0.5 percent. 5.Install cleanout extensions where shown on the Contract Documents. 6.Prior to backfilling, check drain lines to assure free flow. Remove obstructions and recheck lines until satisfactory. B.Backfilling: Place a minimum of 300 mm (12 inches) of granular material, hand tamped, extending in width a minimum of 600 mm (2 feet) from building wall. Then place a minimum of 150 mm (6 inches) of concrete sand, well tamped. Continue backfill with concrete sand to within 900 mm (3 feet) of finished grade in planting areas. Remainder of backfill shall be comparable to existing adjacent soils. In bituminous and concrete paving areas, backfill to the bottom of the base course with pervious material. Where foundation drain is within 600 mm (2 feet) of finished grade, one-half of fill shall be made with crushed stone. C.Filter fabric may be substituted for sand layer. D.Vertical drainage mat in conjunction with geotextile may be substituted for sand and drainage material. E.When drain lines are left open for connection to discharge line, the open ends shall be temporarily closed and their location marked with wooden stakes. E N D
 

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Place of Performance

Address: Overton Brooks VA Medical Center;510 East Stoner Avenue;Shreveport LA<br />

Zip Code: 70010<br />
 

Record

SN01870729-W 20090711/090710000527-8ebf9338213b0e97622bf04cf7469c2c (fbodaily.com)
 

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