State Project Number 24107 Department of Military Affairs Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) Field House, Arden Hills, MN A. The work will be done under one prime contract that includes: General, Mechanical, Excavation, Civil, and Electrical construction. B. The following summary is a general guide to the scope of work. It should not be construed as a detailed list of work included in the contract. 1. The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) Field House for the Minnesota Army National Guard (MNARNG) is a new facility that will be approximately 49,000 square feet (SF), located on land at the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) in Arden Hills, MN. The primary function of the facility is to support physical training and testing for the ACFT which is the Army standard for ensuring operational readiness for physical fitness and assesses a Soldier's physical strength, mental toughness, coordination, and flexibility. The program is organized into two primary interior areas: high bay and support. The High Bay includes twelve artificial turf testing lanes surrounded by a 12-foot-wide 200- meter running track in compliance with the ACFT Testing Manual. Additional weightlifting space is available inside the track. The Support Area contains a small office suite, restroom/shower area, and a general studio space which can be used for classroom or exercise classes. Two open stairs are provided for access above the Support Area to a mezzanine housing mechanical and utility spaces. Refer to the Life Safety narrative for additional information. A drive aisle will be provided with parking adjacent to the primary entrance for Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) for a minimal amount of full-time administrative staff and daily training use. Construction will include all utility services, information systems, fire detection and alarm systems, roads, walks, storm drainage, parking areas for privately owned vehicles, and site improvements. The Facility will be designed to a minimum life of 50 years in accordance with DoD’s Unified Facilities Code UFC 1-200-02 and is designed as part of the MN B3 program for sustainable buildings
