127EAW25R0021 - RFI Official Responses.pdf

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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) OFFICIAL RESPONSES

127EAW25R0021 - GAOA, TNF Barracks Deferred Maintenance

RFI responses will be responded to as necessary in amendment format which will be posted to the solicitation via beta.SAM.gov

Telephone requests for information will not be accepted or returned.

RFI #1 – Are hazardous materials reports going to be done before the project is awarded or are hazardous materials reports available?

USFS Response – There are no Hazmat reports available. There is signage stating “asbestos present” on crawl space access doors for buildings numbers 1029, 1001, and 1012. Crawl space should not need to be accessed for this project.

RFI #2 – Can you confirm the style of switches and plugs (decor style or toggle), and color?

USFS Response – white décor style switches and plugs.

RFI #3 – For the lighting (indoor and outdoor), are there preferred specifications or similar style that's currently there but upgraded to LED?

USFS Response – all hardwired lights on the ceiling shall be replaced with 14-inch round LED flush mount lights, with minimum 4000k selectable LED color. such as Lithonia LED Hildon or comparable.

RFI #4 – For the HVAC replacement, is there current power disconnect, or does it need to be added?

USFS Response – Power disconnect is part of the HVAC costs for installing fully operational units per code requirements.

RFI #5 – Please specify the operation of the windows. Ie..XO, SH, Fixed etc

USFS Response – Contractor shall match existing operation

RFI #6 – Code Requirements for Electrical Devices. Which Version?

USFS Response – 2018 Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service (P100)

RFI #7 – Code Requirements for Strictures with Two Wire NO Ground. Which Version?

USFS Response – 2018 Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service (P100)

RFI #8 – Structures with Asbestos Elements. If Structure is to be completely Rewired this will impact TOC and Cost

USFS Response – Will be dealt with on the building-by-building basis. The buildings shall not be completely rewired.

RFI #9 – Building 0018 has a nonfunctioning Split System which is not on the Work Sheet and was asked to be ADDED to our SOW/Proposal.

USFS Response – Yes, HVAC in building 0018 shall be added to revised Schedule of Items.

RFI #10 – The Site Visit Revealed a couple of Structures that are slabs with the Duct Work in the concrete. It is Recommended to Utilize Min-Slits-Ductless. A Change to the SOI

USFS Response – HVAC in building 1022 shall be added to revised Schedule of Items.

RFI #11 – The Site Visit created a change request for all the Lighting to be of the Same Type which will be Other than what is in the SOI

USFS Response – Yes, refer at answer to question #3 on this RFI.

RFI #12 – The Site Visit Revealed three Meter Mains and five Sub Panels that will need to be

Replaced. Permitting, PG&E, Cost and TOC will be effected.

USFS Response – Correct, buildings 1012, 1015, 1016, 1017, 1029, and 1049 will receive new electrical panels to replace the old Zinsco mains and/or sub panels.

RFI #13 – To date there has been no concern for availability of Materials, Lighting and

Windows, YET was Stated it could be a possible concern.

USFS Response – Noted, the deadline for the completion of the repairs will be discussed at the pre-work meeting. FS is willing to accommodate time extensions if necessary and reasonable.

RFI #14 – It is Possible to Address all the NEEDS given the RANGE of the Solicitation with what was revealed during the Site Visit. Yet if Total Rewiring is required to those Structures with Asbestos Elements and if all Electrical Devices are to be AFIC and a Budget/Limit exists there will be a need to Prioritize or Negotiate.

USFS Response – the need to prioritize or negotiate is always a possibility. With this said, we are confident that our estimated was accurate enough to secure all the work required by the contract.

RFI #13 – There are Three (3) Structures with Fixed Glass Pains to be Upgraded that are not

Defined in the Windows Schedule. Could cause discrepancies for those Bidding without Site

Visit.

USFS Response – The fixed windows in both the Spencer Barracks and Big Bend Residence we accounted for and are identified in the Windows list. All offerors shall propose based on the window schedule.

RFI #14 – Window Count Off Window Schedule to Site Visit

USFS Response - All offerors shall propose based on the window schedule. Window schedule is for proposal costs only. Contractors shall measure each window before ordering after contract award.

RFI #15 – Can out of state contractors bid on this project?

USFS Response – Yes

RFI #16 – Would you allow a submitted application for class B license to be considered for award?

USFS Response – No, a valid license is required at proposal due date / time.

RFI #17 – Downieville (Buildings 1001 and 1051) Has the Government conducted any hazardous material survey (Lead/Asbestos) for these buildings? If yes, please provide copies of the reports.

USFS Response – No Available Asbestos or Lead base paint reports.

RFI #18 – Downieville (Buildings 1001 and 1051) Will the contractor be responsible for testing, abatement, and disposal of lead-containing and/or asbestos-containing materials

(ACM) at these sites?

USFS Response – Contractor should not need disturb any asbestos-containing materials. Use construction means and methods to avoid.

RFI #19 – Downieville (Buildings 1001 and 1051) If hazardous materials are confirmed, will a formal modification or allowance be issued to cover testing and abatement costs, or should all offerors carry these costs in their base proposals?

USFS Response – If Haz-mats are discovered on buildings 1001 and 1051 are confirmed then a request for modification shall be made. Contractor should not need disturb any asbestos-containing or hazmat materials. Use construction means and methods to avoid.

RFI #20 – Foresthill Residence 1016 The existing AC unit is not window-mounted as typical but rather installed through the exterior wall assembly. Is the Government expecting the contractor to patch the hole using siding materials to match the surrounding surface, or is the

Government expecting the contractor to replace the entire sheet of 4x8 T1-11 siding panel at the affected wall section, including priming, painting, and caulking for a full panel replacement? Please advise.

USFS Response – A full panel replacement shall be made.

RFI #21 – Foresthill Residence 1016 Please clarify expectations for the associated interior drywall work: Is a patch-and-paint repair sufficient, or will full wallboard replacement be required? Please advise

USFS Response – Patch and paint shall be sufficient matching the texture of the ceiling, wall or part of the building being repaired. Contractor only responsible to patch and paint the affected/repaired area, not the whole ceiling/wall. Paint to be used shall be semi-gloss white interior paint.

RFI #22 – Is Section52.228-1 Bid Guarantee applicable to us HVAC contractors?

USFS Response – Bid guarantee requirements apply to all offerors

RFI #23 – Does Pick up of scrap materials count as sub-contracting?

USFS Response – Removal of demo’d materials does not count as sub-contracting so long as work by said sub-contractor is not performed on contractual requirements.

RFI #24 – Are smoke detectors to be part of the scope of work? Are these to be battery or wired?

USFS Response – Yes, a wired connection is required. Follow 2018 Facilities Standards for the

Public Buildings Service (P100) requirements for installation.

*Use a combination of ionization, and photoelectric smoke alarm such as Kidde Ring Smart

Smoke Alarm, hardwire with AA Battery Backup, or comparable.

COR TO ADD INFO FOR T100 SPEC, ADD ITEM TO ALL BUILDINGS IN SOI, SPECIFY

WHAT SMOKE / OR EQUAL

RFI #25 – Can you please clarify if spot patching and painting is required on this project and not entire plains/elevations to match?

USFS Response – yes, only spot patching and painting is required.

RFI #26 – Can you please clarify that every interior light fixture is to be 14” rounds? Does this include fixtures above the vanities at each residence?

USFS Response – All ceiling lights must be replaced with 14-inch round LED flush mount lights, with minimum 4000k selectable LED color. such as Lithonia LED Hildon or comparable. Any other hard-wired lights sall be replaced in kind with energy new efficient LED light assembly.

RFI #27 – Can you please provide an example/spec of the light fixtures?

USFS Response – 14 inch round LED flush mount lights, with minimum 4000k selectable LED color. such as Lithonia LED Hildon or comparable.

RFI #28 – Can you please clarify whether swamp cooler removal is part of the scope?

USFS Response – Yes, it is part of the scope.

COR TO ADD TO SOW

RFI #29 – Seeking clarification on which properties have vinyl windows.

USFS Response – those building that specify screens only, or trim and paint only, already have newer more efficient double pane vinyl windows, therefore do not require the installation of new ones. Every other building in the contract does require and shall get new windows installed, new trim, flashings, and paint to code.

RFI #30 – Properties with existing vinyl windows, are they getting replaced?

USFS Response – the only buildings that get vinyl windows are listed in the window schedule.

Existing vinyl windows are not being replaced.

RFI #31 – In residences that mini splits will be utilized and there is existing mechanical, are we to abandon the existing ducting overhead/below? Are we to remove the existing ducting and patch/paint over the existing penetrations/registers?

USFS Response – the registers on the ceiling are to be abandoned and the inlets sealed to prevent critter penetration, those on the Floor shall be cancelled and deleted, and the inlets sealed.

Ductwork is not to be removed, only sealed. Registers on the ceiling may remain in place.

RFI #32 – Are the exhaust fans to have humidistats?

USFS Response – No.

RFI #33 – Are all properties to receive overhead light-up exit signs?

USFS Response – Yes, hardwired.

Follow 2018 Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service (P100) requirements for installation.

*Use Ecoglo, EX Standard Series Luminescent Exit Sign, or comparable.

COR TO ADD INFO FOR T100 SPEC, ADD ITEM TO ALL BUILDINGS IN SOI, SPECIFY

WHAT SIGN / OR EQUAL

RFI #34 – Whitecloud 1101 – can you please confirm that the existing mechanical closet is to be converted into a storage closet with a shelf and closet rod?

USFS Response –Mechanical closet in building 1101 is to be converted into storage closet with shelves, no rod. Contractor also responsible to seal off HVAC ducting and patch work inside the closet. Contractor is responsible for all patch work and paint over disturbed areas

RFI #35 – Whitecloud 1101 – Will the “storage closet” include flooring/base/paint/standard door & jamb?

USFS Response – No, the space will remain as is. The closet sits above the floor with a half door.

Only this space will get shelving.

RFI #36 – Does the existing trim around property windows once detached and reset receive paint?

USFS Response – Yes, but trim must also be replaced with new trim, caulked and painted.