Questions and answers.docx

ATTACHMENT NO. 1: RFI/RESPONSES

1. How many buildings are included in the work?

Three buildings are included in the work. Quarters Building A, Quarters Building B and Quarters Building C.

2. Is it acceptable to remove the vertical separator on the windows and replace with a one larger window?

Yes, the two smaller windows can be replaced with one single larger window.

3. Who is responsible for sizing and duct layout of the new HVAC systems?

The contractor is responsible for all sizing and layout to be approved by the forest service.

4. Will the ceiling be insulated?

No, the ceilings will not be insulated.

5. The schedule of items shows two-line items for option #4. Lead based paint renovation activity and asbestos containing material renovation activity. How does the contractor bid on an unknown amount?

These line items will be removed from the schedule. If lead-based paint or asbestos is discovered during the testing phase that affects any work items then it will be addressed as a change order.

6. The schedule of items shows a line item for option #1. Sheathing for roofing listed as 10 each AQ. This was problematic on another building at the site that required the entire roof to be sheathed and a time delay. Is there a way to avoid this potential on these buildings?

The schedule of items will now show three-line items for option #1. It will be for full sheathing for the three buildings based on site visit and previous experience with another building built at the same time on the site.

7. Are existing gutters and downspouts to be reinstalled?

No, the existing gutters and downspouts should be removed and disposed of properly.

8. Can a standard door and hardware be called out for the buildings?

Yes. It will be a standard 3’-0”x 6’-8” solid fiberglass front door similar to the following or approved equal.

Hardware shall be similar to the following or approved equal.

9. The existing electrical for the units has a main breaker box outside and two smaller ones in each pantry area. Incoming breakers consist of 1 – 100 amp and 2- 50 amps.

10. What type of metal roofing is required?

The metal roofing should match the existing and be standing seam metal roofing.

11. Can work begin before October?

Certain work could begin before October if it does not impact tenants in the buildings.

12. Only the original drawings dated April 1986 are included in the bid documents. Are proposed drawings for the renovation available? Please provide.

The only drawings to be provided are the original drawings dated 1986.

13. For door replacements, please provide door schedule with hardwares.

Please refer to question number 8.

14. Will Forest Service occupy the premises during construction?

The forest service occupies the site from late April/early May until late October/early November.

15. For Roof Accessories - No specific details for drip edge, and fascia? Assumed needed, provide details if any.

Roof accessories shall be per manufacturer recommendations and match what is currently existing at the site.

16. For Roof Accessories - Gravity Ventillators - provide specific size and location, if any.

Roof accessories shall be per manufacturer recommendations size and location.

17. No specific details for roof insulation mentioned. Assume roof insulation will be changed along with sheathing for unsuitable roof subtrate. Kindly provide insulation thickness.

If roof insulation is needed it should be R-38.

18. Kindly confirm if interior floor plan layout in given plans Sheet A-1 is applicable for all Quarters A, B, C? Since Quarter C has slight difference based on the photos given (it has only 1 entry door, and has a diff. window schedule per specs document).

Yes. All the interior floor plans are the same.

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