Overview
Prime Architects designed replacement of the mission-critical backup generators serving Buildings 2 and 4. Each new generator sits in its own new building with upgraded security features. The Building 2 generator location required relocating an existing underground power feed.
Technical Scope
- Electrical: New emergency generators replace the units serving two power systems (Buildings 2 and 4). Demolition and removal of the existing generators.
- Architecture: New generator buildings of 1,400 SF and 500 SF with upgraded security features. Repairs to existing buildings as needed.
- Civil/Site: Relocation of an existing underground power feed serving the north entrance to Building 15.
- Structural: Structural design by 360 Engineering.
- Physical Security: Physical security scope, with Force Protect as consultant.
- Deliverables: Design Analysis Report, drawings, specifications and a bid cost estimate.
Project Data:
- Client / agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, West Texas VA Health Care System
- Location: George H. O'Brien VAMC, Big Spring, TX
- Size: Two new generator buildings, 1,400 SF and 500 SF
- Est. construction cost: $2,525,252 (35% design cost estimate, Oct 2021)
- Completed: Design 2020
- Project type: Infrastructure (emergency power replacement)
- Facility condition: Occupied building
- Prime Architects role: Prime A/E: planning, architecture, project management; QC, inspection services and cost control
- Design team: 360 Engineering — structural; Force Protect — physical security
Relevant If Your Project Involves:
- Emergency generator replacement
- VA medical center power
- Generator enclosures with physical security
- Underground utility relocation