JULY 2005
SOLICITATION FOR OFFERS
OUTPATIENT CLINIC
SFO NO. V101-183R-xxx-xxx-xx
[INSERT LOCATION OF FACILITY]
4.2.8.3.4 Additional Hurricane Resistive Design Requirements:
Design and construct the outpatient clinic building to provide the following resistive features.
Architectural Elements:
Roofs. Provide pavers in lieu of gravel and provide scuppers.
Windows. Install fully-tempered laminated glass with a 0.09-inch interlayer anchored to the frame with
silicone anchor bead. Windows used shall be in conformance with American National Standards
Institute/American Architectural Manufacturer's Association (ANSI/AAMA) 101-93, Glass Table.
A less preferred option is to use hurricane shutters to protect the windows.
Automatic Transport Systems:
Provide housing for elevator equipment located on roof as required in NFPA for fire protection.
Air Conditioning Systems:
If possible, avoid the installation of outdoor equipment such as cooling towers, roof mounted fans,
ventilators, and air-conditioning units on the roof. If exterior installation is necessary, properly secure
equipment to withstand wind forces that comply with local codes. If there are no local codes, use wind
velocities indicated in ASCE 7-98 or later version if available.
4.3 FIRE PROTECTION AND SAFETY:
The Public Buildings Amendment Act (PL 100-678) requires all Federal agencies to follow the latest
editions of nationally recognized fire and life safety codes. Lessor shall comply with applicable provisions
of the National Fire Codes (NFC) published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), which
establish a minimum acceptable level of life safety and property protection. Lessor shall base the Fire
Protection design on the latest editions of the NFC. Life safety requirements are specifically addressed in
the Life Safety Code, NFPA 101. Fire protection features not addressed by the NFC shall be designed to
comply with requirements of the latest edition of the International Building Code (IBC) or as otherwise
addressed in this solicitation. Where conflicts exist between these standards and local codes, the
designer shall satisfy the most stringent requirement. Strict compliance to codes and standards is
mandatory for new construction. //If equivalent protection is proposed by the Lessor for renovations,
he/she shall submit requests and supporting rationale to the Contracting officer for VA review.//
4.3.1
SITE CONSIDERATIONS:
Provide access for emergency vehicles to new buildings and additions in accordance with NFPA 1.
Design roads, fire lanes, and turn-arounds for the weight and turning radius of fire apparatus. Consult
local fire department for fire apparatus requirements. At minimum, one of the long sides of every building
shall be accessible to fire department equipment.
4.3.2
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION:
Types of Construction: Design the type of construction to comply with requirements of NFPA 101 for the
most restrictive occupancy in the building. For each construction type, design fire resistive ratings of
structural members in accordance with NFPA 220. For occupancies with no construction requirements in
NFPA 101, type of construction and height and area restrictions shall comply with the IBC.
Building separation and requirements for rated exterior walls and openings for protection from exposure by
adjacent buildings or hazards shall comply with the IBC.
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