PN: 438-21-403, Renovate First Floor Kitchen (SF)

Contractor must provide all tools, materials, equipment, labor, and supervision for renovation of the first floor kitchen of Building 5. Work includes demolition of walls, floors, ceilings, equipment, heating/cooling ventilation, and electrical systems; construction of architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical improvements; site work including fencing, excavation, grading, and paving; demolition and removal of existing utilities and equipment; installation of owner-furnished kitchen equipment; and reroof of area above new kitchen. Three phases are required to maintain kitchen operations and hospital function: Phase 1 constructs NFS (Nutrition and Food Service) kitchen and related areas while Phase 2A/2B constructs VCS (Veteran Canteen Service) retail and dining areas; Phase 3 involves demolition of second floor kitchen equipment and areas. Contractor must coordinate with other concurrent construction projects, implement dust and noise control measures, maintain barrier-free egress, comply with OSHA standards, and perform night/weekend work as required to minimize disruption to occupied hospital facilities. Building remains occupied throughout construction.