Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research for a construction project to replace the epoxy flooring in the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) canteen at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. The contractor will be responsible for demolishing the existing floor, moving, protecting, and storing all kitchen equipment, installing a new epoxy floor system, and providing post‑construction cleanup and a minimum five‑year warranty. The work must comply with VA infection‑control (ICRA Level 3), OSHA, NFPA, and California licensing requirements, and must be completed within 45 calendar days after receipt of a Notice‑to‑Proceed.
• Demolition of existing epoxy floor and removal of all contaminants.
• Relocation, protection, and storage of kitchen furniture, appliances, and fixtures, then reinstall after floor work.
• Installation of a new epoxy floor per manufacturer specifications, including moisture testing and protective measures for floor drains.
• Weekly look‑ahead schedules, weekly construction meetings, and strict utility‑shutdown notice periods (14‑day minor, 30‑day major).
• Minimum 5‑year warranty, liquidated damages of $5,000 per day for schedule overruns, and compliance with VA ICRA Level 3, OSHA, NFPA, and California contractor licensing.