JULY 2005
SOLICITATION FOR OFFERS
OUTPATIENT CLINIC
SFO NO. V101-183R-xxx-xxx-xx
[INSERT LOCATION OF FACILITY]
Refer to Paragraph 3.14 for calculations involving circulation systems in the determination of Rentable and
Net Usable Area.
7.1.4
FLOOR-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS:
Ceiling heights and space to install mechanical and electrical systems above the ceiling require certain
minimum dimensions. Design of floor-to-floor heights shall be sufficient to maintain minimum ceiling
heights required in this solicitation (see Schedule C) and to install mechanical and electrical systems
above the ceiling.
7.1.5
SEISMIC DESIGN:
Nonstructural elements of buildings shall be designed and constructed to resist damage caused by
earthquakes as set forth in Paragraph 4.2.8 "Natural Disasters Non-Structural Resistive Design".
7.2 PARTITIONS:
Partition construction shall be non-combustible. For interior partition framing use 3 5/8 inch metal studs.
Non-bearing metal studs and accessories shall be minimum 20 gauge galvanized studs and accessories in
accordance with VA Master Construction Specification 09100, Non-Load Bearing Framing Systems. For
special requirements, use other sizes or systems as appropriate. Where pipe spaces are provided, size
partition framing thickness to conceal piping.
Use 5/8" thick fire-resistive labeled gypsum wallboard for partitions, except for special conditions. Gypsum
wall board, core board or shaft wall liner, gypsum sheathing and water resistant wallboard shall be in
accordance with VA Master Construction Specification 09260, Gypsum Board System.
Provide fire and/or smoke rated partitions that comply with published UL, FM or IBC designs.
Editing Note: Use gypsum plaster at locations
indicated in PG-18-14. Depending on local trades
practices, consider use of alternative materials.
//Where required by Schedule C, provide gypsum veneer plaster system on metal stud framing. Veneer
base and veneer plaster shall be in accordance with VA Master Construction Specification 09215, Veneer
Plaster.//
Extend all layers of gypsum board, on both sides of studs, from floor to underside of structure above on
the following partitions:
Fire rated partitions
Smoke barriers
Sound rated partitions
Corridor partitions as required by building code.
In other locations, extend gypsum board from floor to heights as follows:
Not less than 4 inches above suspended acoustical ceilings
At ceiling of suspended gypsum board or plaster ceilings
Use 4" solid concrete masonry units for partitions housing service windows of pharmacy, agent cashier,
and credit union.
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