B12_140A2324R0014_Questions_and_Answers_Final_0002.pdf

Questions & Answers for RFP # 140A2324R0014 – Roof Replacement – Pierre Indian Learning Center

Q1: Will you be doing a takeoff as far as the square footage or is that something you are wanting us contractors to put together?

A1: Contractor shall estimate square footage for takeoff. Drawings are available for the multi-purpose building 57, but not for the dome buildings 90004 & 90005.

Q2: We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services?

A2: It’s a brand new contract.

Q3: Can detailed drawings be provided for the buildings on this solicitation?

A3: Detailed drawing are available for building 57, but not for buildings 90004 & 90005.

Q4: How old are the existing roofs on this solicitation?

A4: Building 57 is about 34 years old, buildings 90004 is about 39 years old & 90005 is about 38 years old.

Q5: What is meant by hand sealing of the new shingles?

A5: Hand sealing is the application of an approved sealant under the tab of each shingle to ensure that it is properly sealed during installation.

Q6: What type of sealant would be required?

A6: Please reference the shingle manufacturers recommendation for approved sealant. This item shall be approved in the submittal process.

Q7: Are the ceilings vaulted?

A7: The ceilings are not vaulted in building 57, however they are vaulted in the dome buildings 90004 & 90005 where they built similar to a wall with no ventilation.

Q8: If the ceilings are vaulted would a vented polyiso nail base installation above the roof deck be required?

A8: This is not a requirement.

Q9: If the ceilings are not vaulted are the existing gable vents, soffit cents, and soffit chutes?

A9: These are not vaulted.

Q10: Can 30# equivalent synthetic felt paper in lieu of asphalt based felt paper?

A10: There is no specification for underlayment, however this shall be a submittal item.

Q11: The SOW is stating to install gutters and downspouts. Is this requirement necessary for the Geodesic domes?

A11: This is NOT a requirement for the geodesic dome buildings.

Q12: The SOW calls out for “Hand Sealing” the shingles and I would assume that it is just for the shingles on the steep portions of the dome and not necessarily for the large roof. As this would be overkill because manufacturers have the seal strip on the shingle.

A12: These buildings are all subject to high winds, therefore hand sealing of all shingles shall be a requirement.

Q13: It is calling for 4 bundles per sq on the shingles. Most of the time the manufacturers (including GAF and CertanTeed) can provide a vey good quality shingle that meets these standards with 3 bundles per sq. Please advise.

A13: This shall be a submittal item.

Q14: Does the current ventilation on the existing building suffice for the needs of the building?

Typically on the domes, its open and vaulted ceilings with no attic space to ventilate.

Please advise

A14: The SOW indicates that a ridge vent shall be installed.

Q15: Can the TERO office be provided?

A15: There is no TERO associated with this facility.

Q16: Is the requirement for the TERO tax going to be applicable for this solicitation?

A16: There shall be no TERO tax applicable to this solicitation.

Q17: Please advise if sales tax will be applicable for this solicitation?

A17: There shall be no Sales tax applicable to this solicitation.

Q18: Please advise if tribal taxes will be applicable for this solicitation?

A18: There shall be no tribal taxes applicable to this solicitation.

Q19: Can a site visit be scheduled for this project? (Asked before scheduled site visit)

A19: Yes

Q20: What part of this project contains asbestos?

A20: This project should not contain asbestos, it is not expected that any Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) is within this project scope, however should any ACM be encountered during the demolition phase then it shall be addressed at that time.

Q21: I'm unfamiliar with the written rules pertaining to an ISBEE set-aside bid. I understand that it would be an open bid to anyone but if numbers are close it would go to a company that is under the ISBEE would that be correct?

A21: The solicitation is an ISBEE set-aside meaning the government will only review proposals from ISBEE vendors.

Q22: You would be so kind as to point me to which article contains information about the site visit for solicitation 140A2324R0014? I can't seem to locate it. (Asked before scheduled site visit)

A22: I will get with the COR to schedule one.

Q23: I was wondering if I could get the plans and information for the roofing project in Pierre, so that I can bid it out.

A23: All documents can be found on SAM.gov. If there is anything else you may need, please send me a question for them.

Q24: You would be so kind as to point me to which article contains information about the site visit for solicitation 140A2324R0014? (Asked before scheduled site visit)

A24: I will get with the COR to schedule one.