C1DZ--523-26-103 Neuroscience Research Renovation A/E

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to WBRC, Inc. for the Neuroscience Research Renovation project at the Jamaica Plain VA Medical Center. The project involves designing and installing a new freezer farm on the second floor of Building 10, including a minimum of thirty 80-degree freezers, a small office, and a laboratory space. The contractor will be responsible for preparing design and construction documents, providing construction period services, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and guidelines. The project requires a high level of expertise and knowledge of the existing conditions, which WBRC has already demonstrated through their previous work on the project. Key aspects of the project include: • Designing the space for the proposed freezers • Reviewing and complying with all applicable codes and guidelines • Providing construction period services • Ensuring physical security, resiliency, and fire suppression/protection • Coordinating with VA stakeholders and end users • Delivering a complete system with all operational functionality and required equipment