Construct Bariatric Bathrooms at Community Living Center and South Bed Tower   2

Background
The solicitation 36C24825R0128 is issued by the VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS) for the construction of bariatric bathrooms at the Community Living Center and South Bed Tower. The goal of this contract is to enhance healthcare facilities by providing specialized bathroom facilities that cater to bariatric patients, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and improving patient care. This project is part of a broader initiative to upgrade medical facilities within the VA system.

Work Details
The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for the construction of bariatric bathrooms specifically on the 4th, 5th, and 6th floors of the South Bed Tower, excluding any work related to the Community Living Center (CLC) or the 3rd Floor South Bed Tower. The work must adhere to construction drawings and technical specifications numbered 672-23-104. Key requirements include:

- Compliance with VA design standards and regulations.
- Obtaining all necessary state and federal permits for construction, including those related to asbestos mitigation/removal and waste disposal.
- Ensuring that all worksite surroundings remain operational without interfering with patient care.
- Providing a staging area outside VA premises as no staging area will be provided on-site.
- Submitting a written safety plan tailored to project-specific risks prior to commencing construction.
- Conducting all required testing for installed equipment, including wire testing and commissioning.
- Maintaining daily cleanliness of the work area and proper disposal of construction debris.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is estimated to be from September 30, 2025, to September 30, 2026, spanning approximately 365 calendar days.

Place of Performance
The construction projects will be performed at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System located at San Juan, Puerto Rico.