RFIs.pdf

Requests for Information Solicitation 1232SA26Q0974

Question 1: What is the thickness of the existing concrete?

Answer 1: unknown

Question 2: What is the thickness of the concrete required to be poured back in place?

Answer 2: unknown

Question 3: What is the total square footage of the demo?

Answer 3: See SOW Spec 3.1

Question 4: What is the total square foot to be poured back?

Answer 4: unknown

Question 5: Are there any repairs needed on that dock wall?

Answer 5: unknown

Question 6: Is the loading dock surrounded by a source of water or is it near water or is it a structure on land?

Answer 6: Land

Question 7: Are any photos available?

Answer 7: No

Question 8: The existing scope of work notes for removal of existing 500 square foot concrete loading platform however further details this as 10’x15’ which is approximately 350 square feet. What are the limits of demolition for the concrete loading dock demolition and anticipated new installation area?

Answer 8: See SOW Spec 3.1

Question 9: The scope of work calls for removal and reinstallation of 15 rubber dock bumpers, there were a total of 20 observed on site, are all bumpers to be removed and reinstalled?

Answer 9: Yes

Question 10: Will the steps be removed and reinstalled as part of this project? If so, will new handrails be required?

Answer 10: No

Question 11: Is it expected that the new loading dock shall include new footings, foundations, and slab or is the intention to repair the walls and reinstall the slab?

Answer 11: Current Dock Conditions Unknown – our fork lift weight is 8,900 lbs with a max lift of 4,000 lbs.

Question 12: Can as-builts be provided for the existing building and loading dock area?

Answer 12: No – available drawings from 1998 does not show details of the small dock

Question 13: Will any permits be required through the locality?

Answer 13: unknown

Question 14: Please confirm in regards to Evaluations and basis of award if Company experience should be included within the technical approach or within the past performance? If not, what is required to be submitted within the past performance?

Answer 14: Company experience shows the company has performed similar work in the past.

Past performance shows how well the work was done.

Question 15: Are there any drawings or specs?

Answer 15: No – available drawings from 1998 does not show details of the small dock

Question 16: Is the existing loading dock platform recessed below grade with an associated drain and drain field, or is it an elevated/at-grade dock design? The SOW references pitch for water shed, but we want to confirm whether a subsurface drain exists that should be inspected or accounted for during demolition, to avoid rework once the platform is opened up.

Answer 16: No sub-surface drain. Pitch to ensure water sheds away from the building

Question 17: Are photos of the existing dock area available, or is there a point of contact who could allow a brief site visit to take photos and reference measurements ahead of quote submission?

Answer 17: Site visits for pictures and measurements were conducted 23/24 July.

Question 18: Given the projected period of performance (9/14/2026 to 12/31/2026), are there any blackout dates, operational blackout windows, or a requirement to keep any portion of the loading dock functional during construction?

Answer 18: No

Question 19: The SOW calls for the concrete platform to be installed with "proper pitch for water shed" but does not specify a slope ratio or percentage. Can the Government provide the required pitch (for example, a minimum slope in inches per foot or percent grade) so offerors can price and design to a defined standard?

Answer 19: Pitch to ensure water sheds away from the building

Question 20: Can one person "triple hat" as Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager?

Answer 20: Yes. Only if they are the competent person on-site during the entire project.

Question 21: Can the period of performance be extended after award once the material/equipment lead times are confirmed due to current market conditions for the equipment for this project?

Answer 21: Extensions will be affected by the weather.

Question 22: Please provide the site visit attendee sign in sheet.

Answer 22: Added as an attachment on sam.gov.

Question 23: Are soil boring reports available?

Answer 23: No

Question 24: Is there a bulk water fill i.e. a hydrant or water source we can pump from for grading operations in close proximity?

Answer 24: yes

Question 25: Please confirm whether asbestos or lead is present on this project, and if so, provide the relevant documentation.

Answer 25: unknown

Question 26: Is this project tax exempt?

Answer 26: yes

Question 27: Are third party inspections required?

Answer 27: See SOW Specification 4.0

Question 28: Is permitting required?

Answer 28: unknown

Question 29: Is any landscaping restoration required for this project? For example; topsoil, seeding, and fertilizer.

Answer 29: yes for finished project around the edges of excavation

Question 30: Please provide staking data points for the project.

Answer 30: not available

Question 31: Are red, yellow, and blue tops required?

Answer 31: no

Question 32: Can the Government provide a site map or drawing reference showing the location of the Leather Research Building and the small truck loading dock within the ERRC campus?

Answer 32: Added as an attachment on sam.gov

Question 33: In order to construct the loading dock with the proper pitch for water drainage, is the back left section adjacent to the loading dock included in the scope of work, or should the work be limited to the existing loading platform identified in the Statement of Work?

Answer 33: the existing loading platform identified in the Statement of Work

Question 34: For the side walls of the loading dock, is the contractor permitted to construct

CMU (concrete masonry unit/block) walls below the frost line, or does the Government require cast-in-place (poured) concrete?

Answer 34: Yes