NASA Langley Research Center, MS 144, Industry Assistance Office Hampton, Va. 23681-0001

Z -- REHABILITATION OF OFFICE AREA-BUILDING 1265 SOL 1-144-GGK1.1140 DUE 072895 POC Bid Distribution Office, 804-864-2547. The work to be performed includes, but is not limited to, the following: Modifications for the rehabilitation of office areas at the facility include extensive renovations to the original one story brick office wing of the facility (approximately 5000 square feet) and less extensive modifications to the attached one story brick office building addition (2400 square feet). Much of the work is associated with providing a new HVAC system to serve the office building areas of the facility. Sitework includes the removal of an existing wooden access ramp and construction of a new ramp of concrete and masonry construction to provide improved access for the disabled at the main entrance. Associated concrete walks and curb cuts are required in addition to remarking on-street parking for accessibility. Removal and disposal of asbestos is required. Vinyl asbestos floor tile and its adhesive residue shall be removed throughout most of the originial office wing. The crawl space under this portion of the building has ductwork and piping which are partially insulated with asbestos containing materials and shall be removed, along with some contaminated soil. Other piping and ductwork contaminated with asbestos containing materials, principally in the mechanical room, shall be removed as indicated. Architectural modifications to the original office wing include the replacement of existing aluminum windows and doors with new bronze anodized aluminum windows and entrances. Existing metal office partition system shall be removed and replaced with drywall partitions as indicated. Other exterior walls shall be insulated and furred with drywall. Modifications to partitions of glazed face concrete masonry and plaster are required. Some doorway openings shall be reworked and a few existing doors replaced, requiring that hollow metal doors and frames and wood doors, complete with specified finish hardware, be provided. Existing acoustical ceilings and supporting grid shall be removed and new acoustical lay-in ceilings installed in all areas following the installation of all work above the ceiling height. Architectural finishes to be provided include painting, vinyl wallcovering, resilient floor tile, and ceramic tile as indicated. Men's and Women's restrooms shall be renovated for improved accessibility, including the replacement of toilet partitions and accessories. Finish carpentry is required for a small amount of casework and to provide decorative laminate covered window sills and countertops. Some built-up roofing work is required associated with the removal and installation of mechanical equipment. Mechanical work involves the removal of existing HVAC systems including; air handlers, split chiller system, fan coil units, piping and ductwork. New HVAC systems shall be provided including; chiller, air handler, pumps, steam to hot water converter, duct system with variable air volume system, baseboard radiation and controls. Existing toilet fixtures and some plumbing shall be replaced with new construction and fixtures. Electrical demolition work includes the removal of existing panelboards, lighting fixtures (some of which are to be salvaged and reinstalled in the new ceiling by the Contractor), receptacles, power circuits and telephone outlets. The Contractor shall furnish and install new panelboards, lighting fixtures, power circuits and telephone outlets. Some modification to and extension of the existing fire alarm system is required. Contract duration 240 days--Estimated cost range between $250,000 and $500,000--All responsible sources may submit a bid which will be considered by the Agency--Bid opening is approximate--Solicitation available approximately 6-28-95. (0158)

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