Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a qualified Architectural and Engineer (A&E) firm to replace unsupported switch gear for generators at the Marion VA Medical Center in Illinois. The project involves replacing eleven automatic transfer switches and two aging transformers that provide electrical power to certain buildings. The selected A&E firm will be responsible for providing design development, construction documents, and construction period services. The firm must have experience in medical renovations, energy conservation, and VA safety and physical security design. The project requires careful planning and resource allocation to mitigate any potential impact on the facility's daily operations.
Key aspects of the project include:
• Replacement of unsupported automatic transfer switches with modern, supported units
• Replacement of two aging transformers with new ones
• Design development and construction documents
• Construction period services, including site visits and submittal reviews
• Compliance with VA safety and physical security design standards
• Experience in medical renovations and energy conservation
• Ability to work with the VA to ensure a stable and reliable power supply