Company Overview

GD Resources LLC is seeking a qualified contractor to provide Annual Medical Gas Testing, Certification, and Master Alarm Testing Services at the Phoenix VA Medical Center campus. This contract will support compliance with applicable engineering policies and safety standards governing medical gas systems in healthcare facilities.

This requirement is a construction-related service activity and does not involve access to VA sensitive information or a security accreditation package.

Project Overview

The selected contractor will perform annual testing, inspection, certification, and documentation of the Medical Gas systems and Master Alarm panels located throughout the Phoenix VA Medical Center campus.

All testing and certification activities must comply with:

• Engineering Policy Memorandum No. FS/138-1027

• NFPA 99C Medical Gas Systems Standards

• CGA G7.1 ANSI Grade “N” Air Standards

• Applicable manufacturer recommendations and safety guidelines.

The Medical Gas systems covered include:

• Oxygen

• Medical Air

• Medical Vacuum

• Waste Anesthesia Vacuum

• Nitrous Oxide

• Dental Air

• Dental Vacuum

Critical components to be tested and inspected include:

• Bulk Oxygen tanks

• Medical Vacuum systems

• Medical Air systems

• Waste Anesthesia Vacuum systems

• Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide H-tank supply manifolds

• Master alarm signal panels

• Area alarms

• Automatic pressure switches

• Shutoff valves

• Flexible connectors

• Medical gas outlets and inlets

Contractor Qualifications

The Prime Contractor must:

• Have completed NFPA 99C Medical Gas Certifier training

• Provide current certification of qualifications

• Utilize certified and calibrated testing equipment

• Employ certified inspectors trained in Medical Gas testing and certification

• Provide documentation of all personnel certifications to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) prior to work commencement.

Scope of Work and Responsibilities

Medical Gas Outlet Testing

The contractor shall test 100% of Medical Gas outlets and inlets in the following buildings:

• Building 1 – Phoenix VA Medical Center (Main Building)

• Building 8 – Ambulatory Care Center

• Building 16 – Community Living Center

• Building 29 – Dental Clinic

Testing activities shall include:

• Flow rate verification at each outlet

• Static pressure measurement

• Purity testing for Oxygen, Medical Air, and Nitrous Oxide

• Suspended particulate testing

• Leak detection

• Visual inspection for damage

Minimum performance standards include:

• Oxygen, Medical Air, Nitrous Oxide: ≥100 LPM flow

• Surgical outlets: ≥142 LPM flow

• Medical Vacuum outlets: ≥85 LPM flow

• Static pressure: 50–55 PSI

• Medical Vacuum: minimum 12 inches Hg

• Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide purity: ≥99%

Medical Air Quality Testing

Medical Air outlets and compressors must conform to CGA G7.1 ANSI Grade “N” Air Standards, including testing for:

• Carbon dioxide

• Sulfur

• Nitrous fumes

• Carbon monoxide

• Oil concentration

• Dew point

System Component Inspections

The contractor shall inspect and test:

• Flexible connectors

• Nonstationary booms and articulating assemblies

• Zone, riser, source, and mainline valves

• Oxygen bulk tank set points

• Leak detection at all applicable joints and outlets

Alarm Panel Testing

Annual operational testing shall be conducted for Medical Alarm Panels located at:

• H117 – Graphic Room (Boiler Plant)

• H107 – Maintenance Supervisor Office

• E100A – Operators Room

Medical Gas System Inventory

The contractor shall verify and maintain the medical gas inventory for all covered buildings.

Building 1 – Main Building

• Valves: 216

• Area Alarm Signals: 101

• Master Alarm Signals: 60

• Outlets/Inlets: 1,698

Building 8 – Ambulatory Care Center

• Valves: 44

• Area Alarm Signals: 41

• Master Alarm Signals: 69

• Outlets/Inlets: 105

Building 29 – Dental Clinic

• Valves: 13

• Area Alarm Signals: 11

• Master Alarm Signals: 10

• Outlets/Inlets: 53

Deliverables and Documentation

The contractor shall provide:

• Medical Gas Campus Overview Book within 30 days of the initial site visit

• Annual updated Medical Gas Overview Book

• Calibration documentation for carbon dioxide and dew point meters

• Electronic inspection report within 10 working days

• Detailed discrepancy report including explanations and proposed corrective actions

Reports must be submitted electronically to:

• Contracting Officer

• Maintenance Shop Supervisor

• Maintenance and Operations Supervisor

General Requirements

• Provide two weeks advance notification prior to site visits to the Engineering authority.

• Maintain all inspection and testing records in accordance with VA and NFPA standards.

• Ensure all testing and certification work is conducted by qualified and certified personnel.

Equal Opportunity Statement

GD Resources LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws