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X1AA-- Greenville Vet Center Relocation (VA-25-00000066) COR: James Capobianco

Agency: VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Level of Government: Federal
Category:
  • X - Lease or Rental of Facilities
Opps ID: NBD00159652281548927
Posted Date: Jun 13, 2023
Due Date: Jun 30, 2023
Solicitation No: 36C24723Q0783
Source: https://sam.gov/opp/84c2ba9cf9...
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X1AA-- Greenville Vet Center Relocation (VA-25-00000066) COR: James Capobianco
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Notice ID
36C24723Q0783
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
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247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)
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General Information
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
  • All Dates/Times are: (UTC-04:00) EASTERN STANDARD TIME, NEW YORK, USA
  • Original Published Date: Jun 13, 2023 01:11 pm EDT
  • Original Response Date: Jun 30, 2023 03:00 pm EDT
  • Inactive Policy: Manual
  • Original Inactive Date: Jul 05, 2023
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: X1AA - LEASE/RENTAL OF OFFICE BUILDINGS
  • NAICS Code:
    • 531120 - Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)
  • Place of Performance:
    Greenville , SC 29605
    USA
Description
Expression of Interest Sought
The Department of Veterans Affairs is interested in leasing (contiguous) clinical space for a Vet Center.
Space shall be available for use by Tenant (VA) for personnel, furnishings, and equipment to meet the needs for a Vet Center. Space design will provide maximum co-location of the staff providing services to our patients.
The space shall be of contiguous office space in a professional and aesthetically pleasing Building. Space offered must be in a quality building of sound and substantial construction, either a new, modernized building, or one that has undergone restoration or rehabilitation for the intended use. Space shall be in a prime commercial office space with attractive, professional surroundings. Streets and public walkways shall be well maintained. Space shall be located on the ground floor.

The Lease shall be full serviced to include Janitorial, Basic Cable, Guest High Speed Internet Wi-Fi, Security Monitoring and Maintenance. The lease shall follow the standard specifications and requirements for a New/Replacing Lease as per the GSA Global Lease or Simplified Lease.
NORTH: Old Spartanburg Road and East North Main to East boundary
SOUTH: Boiling Springs Road from North to South boundaries
EAST: Interstate 385 from East to West boundaries
WEST: Poinsette Way to North boundary

Note: Building cannot be within a 100-year flood plain.
The Government seeks to lease approximately 6,107 RSF / 4,524 NUSF of office space. The lease term requirement is twenty (20) years; five (5) firm, fifteen (15) soft years. The space must be available for occupancy by September 2024. This requirement is for a fully-service lease (all utility, services, maintenance costs included in rent).
The Government is interested in considering alternative space if economically advantageous. In addition, the Government will consider among other things, relocation costs, including the physical move and the voice and data systems move, when deciding whether it should relocate or pursue a sole-source acquisition.
Expressions of interest must be submitted in writing and must include building address and total RSF / NUSF. Note: NUSF square footage does not include areas such as stairs, elevators, mechanical and utility rooms, ducts, shafts, vestibules, public corridors, and public toilets required by local code.
All interested parties should respond to this announcement no later than June 30, 2023, at 3:00 PM (Eastern). Please include the name of firm, name of contact person, address, phone, and e-mail address.
All responses shall be made to the following:
Name: Kalisha Baisden
Email: kalisha.baisden@va.gov
Phone: (803) 221-1806
This is not a Solicitation for Offer, nor is this a Request for Lease Proposal (RLP). The VA will not pay for any costs incurred as a result of this advertisement.

The Lessor shall provide all materials, parts, and labor to complete the below space and room requirements.

ROOM REQUIREMENTS
ENTRANCE / EXTERIOR
Vestibules to be provided at public entrances and exits wherever weather conditions and heat loss are important factors for consideration.
Power Assisted Front Entrance Door that is operated by a push pad on both sides of the door.
Reception and Program Support Assistant shall have the ability to view, communicate, and open the door remotely with visitors before allowing access to the space.
One (1) Exterior GFI outlets, location as determined by the VA.
One (1) Exterior outlet for the Mobile Vet Center, location as determined by the VA.
Flagpole for displaying the US Flag near the building or near the public main entrance to the facility; flag should be properly illuminated during the hours of darkness. Â
Lighted EXIT signs with battery backup.
WAITING AREA
Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.
Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets next to quadraplex Data outlets.
Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls.
Duress Alarm, hard wired. Reports to the stand-alone system.
Smoke Detector. Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup and Voice Alert.
One (1) Dimmer Light Switch.
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) to continue through hallway/corridors.
Direct window access to waiting area.
Window Coverings to have horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction like Mecho Shade, Alkenz or similar product.
Waiting area shall be strategically located to give the Program Support Assistant clear observation of waiting area.
Access Controlled Door to counseling clinical area. Wood or Steel door with a full-length glass inserted panel.
Corridors shall be at minimum of 5 feet in clear width.
Chair Rail (28 to 32 inches) on walls in waiting area
Vinyl Corner Guards (from top of Vinyl Base) mounted at height 48 in hallways.
Drinking Fountain. A wall hung stainless Bottle Filling Station & Single ADA Cooler provided in the waiting area. Maintenance and filter replacement by the Lessor.
Cable TV audio/video wall jack, HDMI, dual Data outlet and quadruplex Electrical outlet. Wall backing and mounting materials for connection to a VA furnished television 50 to 60 ; Lessor installed. Mounting heights for power and data to be coordinated with the Vet Center Director during design.
Cable Television Service paid for/provided by the Lessor through the annual rent in 4 locations. (Waiting, Group Rooms and Family Multi-Purpose Room).
Cable Television Box is not authorized to be in the Telecommunications Room.
Guest high speed internet Wi-Fi at or above 600 Mbps paid for/provided by the Lessor through the annual rent.
RESTROOM (MALE AND FEMALE)
ADA handicap accessibility to include grab bars at commode.
Power Assisted Door that is operatized by a push pad.
Duress Alarm, hard-wired.
One (1) GFCI duplex Electrical outlet.
Porcelain Tile Flooring.
Porcelain Tile wall 4 foot high up the wall from the floor, with tile accent strip.
Commercial Grade Toilet with automatic toilet flushers.
Dual Roll Toilet Paper Dispenser.
Bathroom Vanity with sink and storage structure to hide exposed plumbing.
Mirror over sink, minimum of 24"x 36"
Automated touchless Soap Dispenser provided, maintained, and refilled by the Lessor.
Automated touchless Paper Towel Dispenser provided, maintained, and refilled by the Lessor.
Built-in waste receptacle.
Three (3) Coat hooks on the wall behind the door.
Baby changing station.
RECEPTION AREA
Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.
Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets next to quadraplex Data outlets.
Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls.
Duress Alarm, hard wired. Reports to stand-alone system.
One (1) dimmer light switch.
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).
Direct access to waiting area.
Window Coverings to have horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction like Mecho Shade, Alkenz or similar product.
Centralized check-in/check-out for efficient utilization of staff.
Reception area shall be strategically located to allow the office manager and/or team leader clear observation of waiting areas.
Reception area shall be contiguous with the Office Manager space.
Door from Office Manager space to Reception area for observation.
Solid Surface Countertop, minimum eight (8) foot, that utilizing concealed mounting brackets where practicable. Under counter storage cabinets provided by VA furniture vendor.
Install blocking to support upper storage cabinets. Upper storage cabinets provided by VA furniture vendor.
OFFICES (DIRECTOR, OFFICE MANAGER, COUNSELORS)
Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets next to quadraplex Electrical outlets. (See diagram)
Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets next to quadraplex Data outlets. (See diagram)
Four power outlets meet the minimum requirement for monitors, docking station, wireless phone adapter, and accessory without the use of power strips.
Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls. (See diagram)
Duress Alarm, wireless. Reports to stand-alone system.
One (1) Dimmer light switch.
Carpet Tile.
Window Coverings to have horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction like Mecho Shade, Alkenz or similar product.
Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of 50. The sound resistant enclosures shall be designed to assure speech privacy and achieve an STC50. (Examples: sound mitigating ceiling tiles, walls 12-18 above ceiling, ROXUL AFB Sound Attenuation Ceiling Insulation 3 , etc.).
Solid Core Wood Doors to have sound gaskets and door sweeps for sound attenuation.
Three (3) Coat hooks on the wall behind the door.
Positioning furniture to ensure safety the of clinical staff; provided easy egress or exist. Reference the conceptual drawing for furniture placement.
All rooms (except Telecommunications Room) should be master keyed, locking mechanism should be on the inside of the frame, and locking mechanism must be approved by the VA.
Example of a typical office layout to include recommended placement for data and electric.

GROUP COUNSELING ROOM/ CONFERENCE ROOM
Four (4) quadraplex Data outlets, next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.
Four (4) quadraplex Electrical outlets, next to Data outlets.
Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets on the opposite walls.
Duress Alarm, hard-wired. Reports to stand-alone system.
One (1) Dimmer light switch.
Carpet Tile.
Window Coverings to have horizontal manual roller shades with solar glare and heat reduction like Mecho Shade, Alkenz or similar product.
Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of 50 shall be achieved. The sound resistant enclosures shall be designed to assure speech privacy and achieve an STC rating of 50. (Examples: sound mitigating ceiling tiles, walls 12-18 above ceiling, ROXUL AFB Sound Attenuation Ceiling Insulation 3 , etc.)
Solid Core Wood Doors to have sound gaskets and door sweeps for sound attenuation.
Three (3) Coat hooks on the wall behind the door.
Wall mounted TV holder to support 43 to 65-inch TV, 1EA.
TV/Cable Outlet and separate electric outlet (middle of the wall 60 inches high) location as determined by VA.
Cable TV audio/video wall jack, HDMI, dual Data outlet and quadruplex Electrical outlet. Wall backing and mounting materials for connection to a VA furnished television 50 to 60 ; Lessor installed. Mounting heights for power and data to be coordinated with the Vet Center Director during design.
Cable Television Service paid for/provided by the Lessor through the annual rent in 4 locations. (Waiting, Group Rooms and Family Multi-Purpose Room).
Cable Television Box is not authorized to be in the Telecommunications Room.
All rooms (except IT Closet) should be master keyed, locking mechanism should be on the inside of the frame, and locking mechanism must be approved by the VA.
EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM
Six (6) duplex Electrical outlets (refrigerator on own breaker, microwave oven on own breaker, two counter height (GFFI), two 18 from floor).
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).
Perimeter Walls shall extend from floor slab to six inches above the ceiling grid and filled with fiberglass bat insulation to ensure acoustical privacy.
Smoke Detector - Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup and Voice Alert.
Kitchen Cabinets - stained wood kitchen upper and lower cabinets.
Kitchen Countertop - minimum ten (10) feet a solid surface countertop like Corian.
Sink - double compartment stainless sink.
Garbage Disposal.
Dishwasher provided by the Lessor.
Built-in Convection Microwave Oven provided by the Lessor.
Refrigerator (20-25 cu. ft.) provided by the Lessor.
Water feed for Ice Maker on refrigerator.
Solid Core Wood Doors to have sound gaskets and door sweeps for sound attenuation.
Door shall have an automatic closure installed and deadbolt lock according to VA security regulations.
JANITORIAL / UTILITY CLOSET
Two (2) GFCI duplex Electrical outlets.
Sealed concrete floor.
Adjustable wire shelving on two walls.
Mop Sink.

SUPPLY / STORAGE ROOM
Two (2) quadraplex Data outlets, next to quadraplex Electrical outlets.
Two (2) quadraplex Electrical outlets, next to Data outlets.
Two (2) duplex Electrical outlets counter height.
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT).
Smoke Detector - Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup and Voice Alert.
Casework cabinetry and counter provided by VA furniture vendor.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROOM
The Lessor shall provide all material, parts, and labor to complete the below space and room requirements.
Minimum of 80 square feet (8 x10 form factor).
All perimeter walls shall extend from floor slab to structural system (deck) to prevent up and over access.
Fire rated ¾ plywood backboard (rating must be visible) in the Telecommunications Room for mounting service provider/security/video and similar equipment.
Smoke Detector - Hardwire Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup and Voice Alert.
Concrete Floor.
No windows or other openings.
Overhead lighting in front of and behind the network rack.
Solid Core Wood Door with the veneer to match the existing suite doors.
Metal frame and door with dead lock pin, automatic locking upon entry and exit for a secure room.
Room shall be temperature controlled and maintained at 69 degrees on a 24x7 basis utilizing a Lessor provided mini split HVAC system.
One (1) 45U network (24wX48dX80h) four post channel rack with locking doors and vertical cable management. See Appendix B, sheet 37 of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces for equipment specifications and suggested equipment (or equivalent).
Racks to be place with 3 -0 clearances on front and rear.
Cable tray/ladder rack within the Telecommunications Room from the wall to the top of the relay racks, allowing for a pathway to conduits and 110 blocks.
The rack should be bolted to the floor and seismically braced to the building (as required). Provide a minimum of 3 foot of clearance on front and rear sides of the installed rack.
Data racks shall have vertical and horizontal organizers affixed.
Category 6A is the performance category of all installed untwisted shielded pair (UTP) copper distribution elements (permanent link and patch cabling, patch panels, and work area outlet (WAO) jacks) used for network/data transmission.
UTP patch panels. If flat patch panels are used, provide 1RU (rack unit) of horizontal cable management equipment above and below each patch panel (2RU between patch panels). Horizontal cable managers are not necessary if angled patch panels are used (see Appendix B, sheet 29, plate 2 of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces).
Patch panels in the front top 1/3 of the network rack (RUs 31-45).
Rack-mounted uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and power distribution unit (PDU) equipment at the bottom of the network rack, beginning at RU1.
One (1) duplex 120V 20A convenience power outlet with NEMA 5-15/20 receptacles per wall.
Power supporting the network rack shall not be wall-mounted to eliminate tripping and power disconnection risks.
Two (2) each L5-30 locking receptacles on separate circuits for redundancy.
One (1) 3-phase 120V L5-30 input and one (1) 3-phase L5-30 output rack-mounted UPS supporting up to 2880VA of equipment load and providing ten (10) minutes of battery backup.
Two (2) each zero-U vertical rack PDUs with L5-30 inputs and a minimum of six (6) each NEMA 5-15 receptacles to support IT equipment. One rack PDU shall be powered via the UPS.
Bonding system compliant with the requirements of ANSI/TIA-607-D, to include a Primary Bonding Busbar (PBB), Rack Bonding Busbar (RBB), Telecommunications Equipment Bonding Conductor (6 AWG), and Rack Bonding Conductor (6 AWG). Install RBB in the top rear RU position in the network rack. Network rack and cable tray sections shall be bonded. Unit Bonding Conductors (UBCs) and their connection to the RBB and network equipment by others. See Appendix B, sheet 24 of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces for additional guidance.
One conduit pathway from the Telecommunications Room point of demarcation to connect the building with AT&T or the local telephone company vaults.
A direct run from the street, where the circuits enter the building, to the wall or rack in the TR is preferred.
Sizing of conduits must be based on a 40 percent fill.
Provide, install, and work with AT&T or the local exchange carrier (LEC) to bring in both fiber and copper infrastructure into the Telecommunications Room. If carrier equipment requires power to ensure the facility has internet during a power outage, install the carrier equipment in the network rack and power via the UPS. Provide and install shelf equipment as necessary to support equipment not designed to be mounted in a standard network rack.
All telecommunications services (e.g., data, telephone, cable television, etc.) shall be terminated in the facility Telecommunications Room.
Access to the Telecommunications Room will be restricted to include only those persons specifically authorized by VA OIT, not to include facility Lessors or any other tenant.
Access controls to the space to include a VA cored lock, valid access card and PIN number, as a secondary personal authentication.
Scramble Pad type PIN readers are recommended with the PIN installed systems.
VA Cored Lock should be locked to the VA OIT TR key. (Provide Core to VA for Keying, return to Lessor for install)
Simplistic SMIC (small format interchangeable core) type of lock, core, and hardware.
Brand or equivalent https://www.cnclathing.com/guide/what-is-sfic-core-understanding-sfic-cores-keys-locks-sfic-vs-lfic-cnclathing
Metal frame and door with dead lock pin, automatic locking upon entry and exit for a secure room.
Intrusion Detection Alarm system which detects entry into the room and will broadcasts a local alarm of sufficient volume to cause an illegal entrant to abandon a burglary attempt.
Motion Sensor Lights utilizing energy-efficient motion sensors to activate lights in the immediate area soon after an employee enters an IT support space.
Security Camera. Sufficient lighting shall be provided to allow safe passage through the space and to permit identification via security camera in the space.
Please refer to the OIT Enterprise Facility IT Support Infrastructure Standards for details https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dguide/OIT-InfrastrucStdTelecomSpaces.pdf
Questions about telecommunications infrastructure guidance can be directed to OIT.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS DATA OUTLETS (TO CONNECT INTO THE VA NETWORK)
Standard Data Outlets: Each data outlet/device location will have four (4) Work Area Outlet (WAO) Standard Density design cable runs that terminate on the high- density rack mounted patch panel in the Telecommunications Room.
Wall Mounted Phones: Any jacks for wall mounted phones should have 1 data cable to support VoIP, and be on a 1 port metal plate, and accommodate RJ45. Cabling must be installed according to BISCI standards.
All permanent link cabling from the Telecommunications Room to the outlet shall be continuous runs with no splices and be less than 295 .
Patch Panels, jacks, and cable shall all be rated at Cat 6A and be tested and certified. A copy of the test results will be provided to the COR as a deliverable.
Must have the capability to add additional data locations as determined by occupants to be provided by the Lessor within ten days from request.
Location of Data Outlets:
If the construction at the location of the data outlet is drywall, provide flush-mounted single-gang outlet boxes with four-port base plates and applicable wall device faceplates (cable to be installed behind drywall).
If the construction at the location of the data outlet is a solid wall, provide surface-mounted single-gang outlet boxes with four-port base plates and applicable wall device faceplates (cable to be installed in plastic wall mold equipped with protective insulator or sleeve).
Where modular furniture is used, the location of the data outlet will be in the baseboard of the furniture, where the networked equipment (computers, printers, etc.) will be located. Provide flush-mounted single gang outlet boxes with four-port base plates and applicable wall device faceplates. If flush-mounted single-gang outlet boxes cannot be used, then modular surface mount boxes will be used with four-port inserts. All cable runs in modular furniture will be through furniture wire baseboard ducts/conduit.
The Lessor shall provide and install all cable runs throughout the space.
All telecommunications services (e.g., data, telephone, cable television, etc.) shall be terminated in the facility Telecommunications Room.
The Lessor shall follow VA naming and labeling conventions as detailed in section 5.1.5, Information Transport Systems Equipment and Component Labeling, of the Infrastructure Standard for Telecommunications Spaces. Labels shall be attached at both the patch panel and wall plate. All labeling shall be easily visible and printed; hand-written labeling is prohibited.
SECURITY
Facility Security Level (FSL)
Refer to the Facility Security Level (FSL) requirements exhibit included in the lease award contract.
Suite Security Alarm System and Monitoring paid for/provided by the Lessor through the annual rent.
Provide a level of security which reasonably deters unauthorized entry during regular and non-duty hours. The Government considers a security alarm reasonable. Overall security shall also include deterring loitering or disruptive acts in and around the space during duty hours.
Tenant shall have security within the tenant space, separate from that of the general building security.
Key fobs or card reader capability for employee access.
No public access to the offices will be allowed.
CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION SYSTEM (CCTV)
Lessor shall design, install, and maintain a system as described in this section.
100% web user interface system that utilizes a web browser (https:// )
100% browser-based system, require no server or client software installation.
Single cabinet. Stand-alone system located in the Supply Storage Room
Lessor to provided independent network switch, IP address to support the system.
CCTV system shall support the entry control system, with time lapse video recording
CCTV to allow VA staff to view and communicate remotely with visitors before allowing access to the space.
CCTV system shall provide unobstructed coverage of designated pedestrian entrances and exits.
Cameras shall be installed at entrances, exits, waiting room and in all the main corridors.
CCTV system testing and acceptance shall be conducted by the Government prior to occupancy.
The Lessor shall implement a preventive maintenance program for all security systems installed.
SECURITY ALARM
The Lessor shall provide a security system, to alarm upon illegal entry or loitering in the leased space and to prevent unauthorized entry 24 hours per day, 7 days per week that alarms locally at the site and to a remote monitoring location.
Alarm sensors required on all exterior doors and windows.
Motion detectors shall be provided in the waiting rooms and the main corridor. Updates for codes or names are included in the lease and shall be coordinated with the LCO or authorized representative.
The Lessor shall install a keypad to disarm the building as directed by the VA COR.
The security system will be completely tested at least once per month by the Lessor with a copy of the testing report sent to VA
DURESS ALARM
Wireless (one per employee) and Hard-wired (group rooms, family, waiting room, reception, restrooms) duress equipment to be supplied and installed by the Lessor.
Each duress button is to be an individual zoned. Approximately 18 zones.
Audible alarm notification to sound throughout the corridors.
Wireless receivers to interface with security panel. Notification panel to be mounted at reception desk.
BUILDING AND ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
Lessors are prohibited from connecting any portion of their building and access control systems (BACS) to any federally owned or operated IT network.
BACS include systems providing fire and life safety control, physical access control, building power and energy control, electronic surveillance, and automated HVAC, elevator, or building monitoring and control services (including IP addressable devices, application servers, or network switches).
TELECOMUNICATIONS ROOM
Access to the Telecommunications Room will be restricted to include only those persons specifically authorized by VA OIT, not to include facility Lessors or shared with any other tenant.
Access controls to the space to include a VA cored lock, valid access card and PIN number, as a secondary personal authentication.
Scramble Pad type PIN readers are recommended with the PIN installed systems.
VA Cored Lock should be locked to the VA OIT TR key. (Provide Core to VA for Keying, return to Lessor for install)
Simplistic SMIC (small format interchangeable core) type of lock, core, and hardware.
Brand or equivalent https://www.cnclathing.com/guide/what-is-sfic-core-understanding-sfic-cores-keys-locks-sfic-vs-lfic-cnclathing
Automatic locking upon entry and exit
Dead lock pin and door handle will lock upon close
Intrusion Detection Alarm system which detects entry into the room and will broadcasts a local alarm of sufficient volume to cause an illegal entrant to abandon a burglary attempt.
Motion Sensor Lights utilizing energy-efficient motion sensors to activate lights in the immediate area soon after an employee enters an IT support space.
Security Camera. Sufficient lighting shall be provided to allow safe passage through the space and to permit identification via security camera in the space.
FINISHES
All finish selections shall be reviewed and approved by the Vet Center Director.
Color Board/Finish digital options provided by VA/Vet Center; Lessor to provide physical samples of the VA approval finishes
Brand Name or Equal. Characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government s needs.
Carpet Tile (offices, group rooms, family/multi-purpose) TARKETT
Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring (waiting, corridors, kitchen, storage) 5mm commercial grade thickness TARKETT
Solid Surface Counter - Corian
Casework Laminate (kitchen, built ins) - WILSONART
Doors Oil Based Stain - MINWAX
Wall Base - ROPPE
Four (4) paint colors with two (2) serving as accent wall color SHERWIN WILLIAMS
Restroom: Porcelain Tile Floor, Porcelain Tile Wall (4 up the wall), Ceramic Tile Accent Strip DALTILE
Acoustical Ceiling Attenuation System with 0.75 Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC)/Ceiling Attenuation Class (CAC)

SIGNAGE
EXTERIOR SIGNAGE AND MAIN ENTRY DOOR DECAL INFORMATION
VHA Readjustment Counseling Service (RCS) created a Vet Center Exterior Signage Guide to provide guidance on all exterior signage related to the Vet Center brand.
All exterior sign applications must comply with these standards without exception.
Alteration of Vet Center logo colors or design is prohibited.

REQUIREMENTS EXTERIOR SIGNAGE AND MAIN ENTRY DOOR DECAL
VA will approve all signage design schematics prior to fabrication and installation.
Provide Vet Center logo Exterior Signage on the Building Exterior.
Provide Door Decal signage on the main entry door.
Provide Vet Center logo Exterior Signage on Marquee.
Provide Vet Center logo Exterior Signage, Monument sign.
Signage shall be legible from main serving road.
Signage shall comply with local municipality s codes and specifications.
Provide the maximum size in accordance with local building code.
Refer to the SOW ASR-B Vet Center Exterior Signage Guide for specifications and requirements associated with the exterior signage.

INTERIOR SIGNAGE
Provide interior signage for a standard wall sign, ADA compliant braille sign.
VA Interior Signs Design Guide https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/signs/Signage09-Interior.pdf
Mounting heights are 5 -0 to top of sign and 2 from door frame.Â
Refer to SOW ASR-C Interior Signage Guide.

ENTRANCE SIGNS
Mandatory entrance signage. VA Signage Design Guide
No Smoking, IN-02.02, 18 -20
No Weapons Permitted, IN-02.10, 6 x20
Refer to SOW ASR-C Interior Signage Guide
OTHER
SOUND MASKING SYSTEM
Provide and install a sound masking system for the entire leased space like LogiSon Sound Masking system.
Sound masking system to consist of a series of loudspeakers installed in a grid-like pattern in the ceiling, with a method of controlling the speaker s output.
System shall use small adjustment zones to offer control over both volume and frequency.
System zones to include a minimum of each group room, waiting room, hallways, and breakroom.
Control system to located in the Supply Storage Room or Program Support Office.
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