The tender details the scope of work for EHMR
infrastructure upgrades at Fort Meade VA Medical Center. It outlines various tasks including scope adjustments, demolition, new
construction, and specific requirements for labor, materials, equipment, and safety. The notice emphasizes the need for coordination with the contracting officer representative (COR) throughout the project. It also details requirements for background investigations, submittals, reviews, commissioning, and records management. Normal working hours are specified, along with requirements for off-hours work, service outages, and coordination with the COR. Additional documents (PCRA and ICRA permit forms) are required for each work area. A detailed schedule is provided, including pre-bid preparation, material identification, notice to proceed (NTP) date, submittals, mobilization, and punchlist completion dates. A three-year period of performance is anticipated. The contractor must provide a file exchange tool for submittals, and the VA will review submittals within 15 business days. The contractor must comply with VA specifications and standards, including safety directives, preconstruction risk assessments, infection control risk assessments, and information security training. Tobacco use is prohibited on campus. The contractor must provide detailed plans for tying into or relocating utility lines, and obtain approval for any service outages. A third-party commissioning agent is required. Records management obligations are outlined, including maintaining records, notifying the contracting officer of disclosures, and obtaining approval for subcontractor relationships. The contractor must comply with all applicable VA regulations and guidelines.