Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Business Center, 5901 East Seventh Street, Bldg 149, Long Beach, CA 90822

C -- ADVERTISE FOR LANDSCAPE MASTER PLAN SOL 664-98-507 DUE 042398 POC Frank Fullbright (562) 494-5543 A/E Scope of Work: Area of work: Outside Landscape Areas of the Facility Description of work: The A/E contract will include the identification and inventory of the existing exterior landscape for example, ground cover, plants, trees and schrubs within the facilities boundaries to provide a detailed site landscape plan. Preparation of a Master Landscape Plan reflecting both existing and proposed conditions including the names of the existing and new inventory. The Master Plan will include the formulation of both plans and development of concepts with cost estimates reflecting a phased approach to replacement. The A/E will meet with VA staff to discuss goals for the project. It is recommended that native flora be pursued in the design. Throughout the grounds there are memorial trees as well as donated land marks, which are highly sensitive in nature. Any proposed relocation of these will need to be approved by upper management. During this phase the VA will work with A/E staff to identify the requirements and program for the landscape renovation of the campus, and examine the current landscape and hardscape installations. The analysis and programming phase will include the following tasks and meetings. a. An initial meeting with VA staff to discuss goals fro the project and the design style of the proposed landscape. b. A preliminary visit to familiarize A/E with the site, and to assess opportunities and constraints of the campus. During this visit the A/E will measure the site and note locations of visible walks, fences, building and pavement. c. A site analysis to determine: -- the condition of the existing irrigation system -- turf area conditions -- landscape drainage systems and problem areas -- trees and pruning recommendations, including removal/replacment -- views, both on and off campus -- walkways circulation and accessibility -- landscape area lighting -- potential for water/energy conservation -- potential fro reduced maintenance time and expense -- erosion control include value engineering The final product of this phase will be a detailed narrative and visual schematic report outlining the existing site inventory, including a site analysis plan keyed to the report & plans. Included in this report is written program describing proposed campus landscape and usable outdoor area additions in each of the areas. d. Proposed layouts for the landscape enhancement are to be provided in 1:100 scale for site layout and perspective difining landscape materials keyed to an index color coded for the different variety of materials. This plan should also contain: -- seating and walkway -- entrance to buildings -- irrigation main & clocks existing & future -- accent & area walkway lighting -- patient/employee areas of gathering & future -- parking lot way finding signage & landscaping -- building identification signage A brief report describing the master plan is to be provided. Specific recommendations for the entire campus relating to the above areas of concern will be noted. The report will prioritize improvements for phased implementation. This phase includes an itemized estimate of probable cost and approach to completion of all phases for a complete rejuvenation of the landscape at this facility. The following grading/point matrix will apply to this project: Professional qualifications/Capacity 20pts Master Planning experience 25pts Landscaping/Irrigation experience 30pts CAD Compatibility w/Auto CAD R14 10pts Location 15pts (0083)

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