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Attachment 1: Performance Work Statement

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Project Name:Rebuilding Damen Building Condensate System.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center – Damen Building Basement 820 S. Damen Ave,
Chicago, IL 60612

Current Conditions/Background: This system is approximately 7 years old. Typically, these systems last approximately 7 to 8 years. The current equipment has been under water at least four times due to flooding over the past 6 to 7 years.

Part 1: PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK OVERVIEW

The contractor must provide all tools, materials, components, labor, and supervision to rebuild the Damen buildings existing condensate collection system. The work schedule must be fully coordinated with the POC to ensure that no work will be performed and that will interfere with staff, patient care and safety. No government furnished equipment will be provided.

Part 2: PERIOD of PERFORMANCE (POP)

Complete all work within ninety (90) calendar days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

Part 3: DETAILED PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK

Replace Existing Vacuum Pumps
The contractor will replace four (4) vacuum pumps with two serving each condensate receiver. This includes full disassembly, inspection, and reinstallation to ensure the pumps meet manufacturer performance specifications.

Components involved:
Four (4) existing vacuum pumps to be replaced with new pumps. New bolts and nuts
New gaskets

Provide and Install New Condensate Pumps
The contractor will furnish and install four new condensate pumps, two serving each condensate receiver. These pumps must be properly mounted, connected, and tested for correct flow and operation.

Components provided:
Four (4) new condensate pumps.
New bolts and nuts
New gaskets

Install New Mechanical Alternators
The contractor will furnish and install two new mechanical alternators, one dedicated to each system. Components provided:

•Two (2) mechanical alternators.

Install Cold Water Solenoid Valves
The contractor will provide and install two cold‑water solenoid valves, one per system, ensuring correct electrical and piping integration. Components provided:

• Two (2) cold water solenoid valves.

Install Temperature‑Limiting Switches
Temperature‑limiting switches must be provided and installed in each system to protect against overheating. Components provided:

• Two (2) temperature‑limiting switches.

Install New Vacuum Switches
The contractor will furnish and install four vacuum switches—two per system. Components provided:

• Four (4) vacuum switches.

Replace All Required Pump Gaskets

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