project:

Washington State Public Health Lab

Washington State Department of Health

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

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The Washington State Public Health Lab value analysis was conducted on the 12,437 SF health lab, which included a full mechanical penthouse and a partial basement. The site was very congested and required the relocation of water, storm, and sanitary systems to accommodate new construction.

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The VA team made sure that after the completion of this project that the primary criteria of improving safety for those handling BSL 3 chemical agents was met, and added a much needed program space. This study offered a wide variety of proposals to insure the project met the budget and to add other desired items to the project. 

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MENG Analysis provided a total first cost savings potential of $1,835,000.

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Key Proposals:

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• Revise structural system to utilize all light gauge metal framing

• Route all plumbing piping in the service tunnel in lieu of the penthouse ceiling

• Reduce the scope of the HVAC modifications in the remodeled area

• Delete the basement from the project

• Recommend an alternate location for the building addition