Y1DA--FY21 NRM Tier 2 (PROJ: 573-20-106) DB - Replace Flanged Valves Hospital Wide

Project Overview: This project will replace deteriorated domestic water shutoff valves in the over fifty year old main building (Building 1) in the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center Gainesville to improve the ability to isolate sections of the existing domestic (potable) system to aid in maintenance of the system, enhance water quality, maintenance accessibility, and perform remedial operations. Additionally, shutoff valves and injection ports for chlorination are to be added to isolate smaller areas of the system for pneumophila and non- pneumophila remediation actions to minimize the impact to the facility when remedial actions are required. During the process of replacing the valves, replace pipes connected to the valves to the next pipe joint or direction change. Also, some valves are located above ceilings and other utilities, which will have to be temporarily removed to do the work. The D/B Team staff performing the piping replacement/valve replacement work shall be press-connect certified when installing press-connect fittings and have demonstrable experience. Manufacturer certification with the type of press-connect fittings being installed is required. Access panels in accordance with specified requirements are to be provided to permit future access to the valves or injection ports. The contractor to coordinate the shutdowns and minimize or eliminate the effect on hospital operations that must remain in service during regular working hours.

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