JULY 2005
SOLICITATION FOR OFFERS
OUTPATIENT CLINIC
SFO NO. V101-183R-xxx-xxx-xx
[INSERT LOCATION OF FACILITY]
accordance with EPA' Radon In Water Sampling Program Manual. An analysis of water samples for
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radon must be performed by a laboratory that uses the analytical procedures as described in EPA' Two
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Test Procedures For Radon In Drinking Water.
The Lessor shall perform the necessary radon testing and submit a lab test and a certification to the
Contracting Officer before VA occupies the space.
If the EPA action level is reached or exceeded, the Lessor shall institute abatement methods, such as
aeration, which reduce the radon to below the EPA action level prior to occupancy by VA.
4.5 SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
All project planning and development shall comply with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.
As required, special building equipment to treat and exhaust the atmosphere toxic gases produced by the
agency program equipment will be provided. In addition, provide within all clinical laboratories and other
areas designated in the equipment drawings, exhaust air suitable to meet the special requirements and up
to 100 percent outside air. All such installations shall comply with appropriate OSHA, EPA or related
regulations of the local community.
4.6 ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS
The design, construction, and alteration of facilities shall comply with local codes and ordinances, and the
requirements contained in the ADA Standards for Accessible Design (28 CFR Part 36). In addition, all VA
facilities must comply with the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) and VA Program Guide
PG-18-13, "Barrier Free Design Guide". Part VII of this Solicitation provides information on obtaining
these standards.
The Offeror shall comply with the stricter of these standards for each requirement as determined by the
Government. Offerors are cautioned that, in most cases, the following requirements in the "Barrier Free
Design Guide" are more stringent and shall be followed.
PG-18-13
Paragraph
Description of Requirement
4.1.1(5)(e)(i)
3-percent of total parking spaces shall be
accessible
4.3.4
Minimum width for accessible routes, 5'-0"
4.3.7
1:33 (3%) maximum slope for accessible routes,
including parking spaces
1:50 minimum gradient for walk requiring rest areas
Minimum size of level platform at doors, 6'-0" x 6'-0"
4.5.3
Carpet cushion or padding not permitted
4.6.3
5'-0" access aisle required both sides of accessible
spaces
4.7.3
4'-0" minimum width for curb ramps
4.8
Requirements for ramps: maximum slope, length,
clear width and landings at doors
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