e. This work must be closely coordinated with the Phase 2
activities.
PHASE 4 (Pipe Basement, First and Second Floor East Wing): Upon
completion of Phases 2 and 3, the VA will have fourteen (14)
calendar days to move, then release Phase 4 areas to the
contractor. The contractor shall then start and complete all
contractual work involved in Phase 4.
PHASE 5 (Pipe Basement, First and Second Floor West Wing): Upon
completion of Phase 4, the VA will have fourteen (14) calendar
days to move, then release Phase 5 areas to the contractor. The
contractor shall then start and complete all contractual work
involved in Phase 5 areas.
SPECIAL PHASING REQUIREMENTS
a. Contractor shall construct dust partitions prior to the start
of demolition and they must remain in place until the completion
of that phase or subsequent phases where required.
b. Contractor shall perform all work in or adjacent to VA occupied
areas in such a manner to ensure:
1) The continuous and uninterrupted use of all occupied
areas, including the applicable mechanical and electrical
systems serving these areas.
2) Protection of patients and personnel in occupied areas
from the hazards and dust associated with a construction
environment.
3) The work areas are to be kept clear, clean, and free of
loose debris, construction materials and partially installed
work which would create a safe hazard or interfere with
patient and personnel duties and traffic. The contractor
shall sweep the areas clean at the end of each work day and
make every effort to keep dust and noise to a minimum at all
times.
c. Temporary interruptions or shutdown of any utility or
electrical/mechanical system should be requested from the R/E 48
hours prior to the desired time, and should be performed at times
other than the station's normal hours of operation or as directed
by the R/E.
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