A-7 QnA Version 1 - 04.20.21.pdf

Questions and Answers Document

Long Bell Barracks and Fire Office Repair (127EAW21Q0007)

Version 1: 04/20//2021

General Q1: Will there be access to power/generator or will we need to provide our own power source?

A1: A portable source(s) is recommended. The Forest Service can make power available; the contractor will be responsible to manage and turn off and on the station generator each day if needed.

Q2: Can the contractor stay on site during construction?

A2: Yes, outside. A trailer pad w/sewer connection can be made available if the station is unoccupied with firefighters.

Q3: Staging area?

A3: There is ample space to stage supplies around the station during the work window outside the main firefighting season.

Q4: Restroom facilities?

A4: See A2 above for staying on site. If unoccupied with firefighters, on-site restrooms can be used. Otherwise the contractor shall provide a portable unit for their employees to avoid sharing restrooms.

Barracks Deck Q5: Do you want boot cleaning grates in front of the barracks doors as there are now?

A5: Yes

Q6: Do you want a bench on the large deck like now?

A6: Yes

Q7: Do you want to stay with a 36” rail height or would you like to increase it to 42” (as per code requirements)?

A7: 42 inches

Q8: Can we reuse the deck piers?

A8: Yes – if suitable the piers can be re-used. If not, pour-in-place are required.

Q9: Free-standing or attached structure?

A9: Attached to building preferred.

Q10: Hand railings down to ground, or end with deck as is now?

A10: End with deck.

Office Roof Q11: Do you want fascia added to the sides of the fire office or left as is?

A11: Left as is would be fine.

Q12: Do you want gutters?

A12: No.

Q13: Does the chimney need to be removed under the roofline?

A13: No, just adequately sealed off.

Q14: High-ribbed roofing, or standing seam?

A14: Screwless or hidden-fastener high-rib style metal, to match the existing barracks roof.

Barracks Siding Q15: Is HardiePlank type siding what you want?

A15: Yes, HardiePlank type siding is what we want. The Forest Service is open to other brand options equal to or better than.

Q16: Does the siding need to be painted?

A16: Yes, the final product must match the surrounding buildings.

Q17: Should the shutter brackets be retained? Should they be repaired if needed?

A17: Yes.

Q18: Do the concrete landings need repair?

A18: This is not part of the original scope of work. An optional bid for these kinds of non-required improvements may be considered for award.

Q19: Do the windows need to be replaced?

A19: No. An optional bid for these kinds of non-required improvements may be considered for award.

Office Flooring Q20: Is there heat/heaters available in the office for flooring installation?

A20: Yes.

Q21: What is included in the scope of work for rodent proofing and crawl space work?

A21: Any work necessary to prevent entry of rodents. This includes improving the security and sealing off the exterior crawl space entry/foundation as well as interior. Problem areas include near the shower and behind the toilet.

Q22: The specifications are for glued down laminate flooring; would you prefer floating?

A22: Yes, floating plank flooring is preferred.

Q23: Structural work involved with the flooring?

A23: Yes, any needed structural repairs shall be included prior to re-flooring.