SAM #36C77626R0082_1

VA Solicits Major Infrastructure Upgrades for EHRM at Pittsburgh University Drive Campus

This opportunity is for comprehensive infrastructure upgrades at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System's University Drive campus to support the Electronic Health Records Modernization (EHRM) initiative. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC), and VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System - Scope of Work: - Major construction, renovation, and expansion across multiple buildings (Buildings 1, 5, 8, 29, 30, 33, and site) - New tower addition (approx. 11,600 sq. ft.) and renovation of 3,030 sq. ft. of existing space - General construction, electrical, HVAC, communication, physical security, and fiber infrastructure upgrades - Selective demolition, asbestos abatement, and strict safety/environmental controls - Installation of new fire protection systems (including NOVEC 1230 clean agent suppression), quick response sprinkler heads, and integrated fire alarm panels - Mechanical upgrades: VRF HVAC units, CRAC units for data/telecom rooms, and associated controls - Electrical upgrades: new distribution panels, UPS systems, busways, and extensive wiring - Technology upgrades: replacement of all fiber optic and Category 6A cabling, new telecom rooms, equipment racks, patch panels, network switches, and bonding busbars - Products/Systems Referenced: - NOVEC 1230 clean agent fire suppression system - VRF HVAC systems, CRAC units - Network switches (SC-HWM-1, SC-HWM-2), blades (SC-BLA-1), fiber distribution cabinets (SC-FDC-1), bonding busbars (SC-GND-1, SC-GND-2), and other telecom infrastructure components - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with asbestos abatement regulations and certified personnel - Phased demolition and installation to maintain operational continuity - Coordination with existing systems and multiple contractors - Emphasis on safety, infection control, and environmental protection - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the documents; however, referenced systems (e.g., NOVEC 1230, VRF, CRAC) suggest certain manufacturers may be relevant.

Description

The scope of work shall generally consist of but is not limited to the following: construction work to facilitate all modifications at multiple existing buildings on the VAPHS University Drive VA campus to upgrade the infrastructure to support the new Electronic Health Records Modernization (EHRM) system.

The upgrade to the infrastructure will be campus wide buildings impacted to include Buildings 1, 5, 8, 29, 30, 33, and site. The architectural total existing space square footage affected is approximately 3,030 SF with new tower addition square footage of 11,600 SF. Upgrades for these buildings will include the construction of new towers, existing rooms and telecommunication closets and include relocation, reconfiguration, expansion, and renovation involving new walls, doors and finishes, etc. throughout each space.

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