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MAY 2009SOLICITATION FOR OFFERS OUTPATIENT CLINIC SFO NO. VA-101-XX-RP-XXXX[INSERT LOCATION OF FACILITY](3) //Hurricane and Flood Resistive Design Requirements////Design and construct the outpatient clinic building and utilities to comply with local coderequirements and to provide the following resistive features.Automatic Transport Systems: Provide sump pump pit for portable storm water pump inelevator pit.Air Conditioning Systems: If possible, avoid the installation of outdoor equipment such ascooling towers, roof mounted fans, ventilators, and air-conditioning units on the roof. Ifexterior installation is necessary, properly secure equipment to withstand wind forces thatcomply with local codes. If there are no local codes, use wind velocities indicated in ASCE 7-05 or later version if available.//4.3 FIRE PROTECTIONThe Public Buildings Amendment Act (PL 100-678) requires all Federal agencies to follow thelatest editions of nationally recognized fire and life safety codes. Lessor shall comply withapplicable provisions of the local codes and VA adopted codes and standards(Paragraph 4.2). Where conflicts exist between these standards and local codes, the designershall satisfy the most stringent requirement. Strict compliance to codes and standards ismandatory for new construction.4.3.1 SITE CONSIDERATIONSProvide access for emergency vehicles to buildings and additions. Design roads, fire lanes,and turn-arounds for the weight and turning radius of fire apparatus. Consult local firedepartment for fire apparatus requirements. At minimum, one of the long sides of everybuilding shall be accessible to fire department equipment.Barriers must be placed adjacent to vulnerable perimeter fences, protection for site utilityequipment, at building entrance, and other areas requiring additional protection from vehicles.Parking: Passenger vehicles shall not be parked or permitted to travel closer than 25 feet[7.62 m] to a life-safety-protected VA facility.4.3.2 BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONTypes of Construction: Base the design on the construction type necessary to comply withcode requirements for the most restrictive occupancy in the building in accordance with NFPA101 and locally adopted codes and standards. Should a conflict exist between NFPA 101requirements and locally adopted codes and standards, the more stringent requirement shallapply.Consider separation distances to adjoining structures or hazards. Protect exterior walls andopenings from exposure as required by Code. Locate combustible structures or structuresthat have combustible roof assemblies a minimum of 25 feet [7.62 m] from the exposedbuilding. Shelters or pavilions that are of masonry construction shall not be located within10 feet [3 m] of any building opening.Part I: Basic Solicitation Requirements – Page 67 of 196Lessor __________ Gov’t. ____________________ of __________ Pages