Amend_1_Attach_2_Solicitation_140F0221R0018_Questions_and_Answers_to_date_August_12__2021_0001.pdf

Amend 1 Attach 2 Solicitation 140F0221R0018 Questions and Answers to date August 12, 2021

Bidder Question Responses:

1. Please provide material thickness / cross sections for the Concrete Pad under Kiosk and Iron Ranger Response: Concrete pad in this area is per Detail 3/C-501 (Typical Sidewalk) with foundation elements below grade as recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

2. Please provide size and type of material for the sanitary sewer line .

Response: All Gravity Sanitary Sewers (for both raw wastewater and septic tank effluent) shall be 4” Dia Sch 40 PVC per Spec Section 333400, 1.1.C.

3. Please provide a size and type of material for the storm water pipe shown on C-103.

Response: All storm drainage piping is 6” diameter unless noted otherwise. Material requirements are identified in Spec section 334100 and provides for contractor option of either smooth interior corrugated HDPE or SDR-35 PVC.

4. Will the parking lot striping require glass beads?

Response: No – paint material requirements are identified in Spec Section 321216, Part 2.3.

5. Do you have a contract with Hon they said there is a GSA contract? Do you want us to provide furniture?

Response: There is a GSA IDIQ style Contract with Hon for use by all federal agencies, but you are not limited to Hon furniture, we currently do not have a Task Order with them for this project. We would like the GCs to give the pricing (Quote Item 5 on Quote Schedule) on managing the furniture purchase and install, for a turnkey approach for the end user. We can delegate a letter for any of the GSA firms for a GC who wins the contract to purchase on our behalf with the GSA discounted pricing if they need that. Here is a complete list of GSA furniture providers if this will help. Some may or may not be able to provide all the items needed.

https://www.gsaelibrary.gsa.gov/ElibMain/sinDetails.do?scheduleNumber=MAS&specia lItemNumber=33721&executeQuery=YES

6. Does FAR Part 19, Subpart 19.13, Section 19.1307 apply to this solicitation?

Response: Yes the 10% is added in evaluation process from HUBZONE Certified firms

7. Will CADD files of all the plans be provided upon award of the contract?

Response: Yes CAD files may be provided upon award.

8. Are temporary office facilities required for Government use for this project?

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Response: No, the government will continue to use their current facilities until this new one is online.

9. Due to material cost escalation and market volatility, will equitable price adjustments be considered for this contract?

Response: This is currently in competitive acquisitions procedure realm; therefore, it is expected that cost and pricing data will not need to be certified and this will remain a firm fixed priced contract. This has several and many different disciplines of work, The OMB has not issued any special guidance or policies that differ from current FAR requirements.

10. Note on Drawing C-105 states new well pump is to be required. If so, pump specifications are needed.

Response: The Contractor is responsible for identifying the performance requirements of the existing well pump and providing an in-kind replacement.

11. Note on Civil Drawing C-102 states Alt. 1 for black top in lieu of oil & chip. This is not noted on bid form. Please advise Response: Quote Item #2 assumes use of an asphalt cap is included in the rehabilitation

12. Hardie plank exterior siding only come in 4x10 sheets. This will cause two seams at gable walls. Will this be acceptable?

Response: It is understood that the available dimensions of manufactured siding products may require seams – please note that horizontal flashing seams . All installations shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s written recommendations and material placement shall be configured to minimize seams whenever possible.

13. Drawing A-103 showing wood soffit, specifications state vinyl soffit. Please advise.

Response: The Material Legend on Drawing A-103 is referring to interior wood ceiling finishes. Provide exterior soffits as specified.

14. Drawing C-101 state to remove and relocate propane tank. Will this be done by owners?

Response: This work is to be performed in this contract. Contractor shall coordinate with the LP gas supplier on relocation and temporary and permanent connections.

15. During the walkthrough they had stated the area will be mowed prior to the start of construction. Could you please confirm?

Response: Yes FWS Maintenance will mow the area prior to work, once work commences contractor is responsible for their work area being maintained as required.

16. Who’s responsible for daily/weekly CCR reporting?

Response: Any required reporting into the SAM/CCR system is the responsibility of the contractor as required as part of their SAM.gov registration maintenance

17. As this property will be active during construction, the plans do not show any jobsite fencing/security, will this be required?

Response: The only prescribed construction fencing is surrounding the area of the proposed wastewater treatment system beds. In general, the contractor is responsible for the safe passage of pedestrians and vehicles around the work area and shall incorporate temporary barriers, fencing, or other measures as required during certain phases of the work. Refer to Site Access Notes on Drawing C-002.

18. 1452.236-80 states day to day inspection activities are to be performed by the Contracting officer’s representative. Specifications 01 41 00 details out the requirements of the special inspections. Please clarify the inspection requirements of the GC.

Response: All construction testing and inspection services (including special inspections) are the responsibility of the contractor (this is a change from what is outlined in the project specifications). The Contractor shall retain, schedule, and pay for the services of a qualified materials testing agency to perform construction quality testing as outlined in the specifications. This testing primarily relates, but is not limited to, soil and concrete materials for both the building and site improvements. Also see question 26.

19. Due to the volatility in the material market, is there any provisions for material increases as most vendors are not holding their price for 60 days.

Response: Refer to Question #9 above.

20. Specs call for FSC Certified lumber. Our lumber comes from an FSC Certified forest on rail car (a letter attesting to the origin of the wood can be provided), however, our local vendor that handle all our wood trusses projects is not FSC Certified. Is this acceptable?

Response: All FSC material and chain of custody requirements of the specifications must be met.

21. Can a detail list be broken out for Phase 1 and Phase 2?

Response: Phase 1 and Phase 2 requirements are identified in the Summary of Work and the individual trade drawings throughout the construction documents. Please note that the phasing is presented for information and budgeting purposes only, and it is the intention of the Government to award Phase 1 and Phase 2 work.

22. Will Wall and Ceiling Insulation Work be in Phase 2?

Response: Refer to Question #21 above.

23. Will a county permit be required for the building?

Response: The Untied States Fish and Wildlife Services is the Authority Having Jurisdiction for all building permits unless noted otherwise.

24. Will owner pay for all concrete, soil and site testing?

Response: Refer to Question #18 above.

25. Will all lumber be fire retardant?

Response: No, fire retardant provisions in the specifications primarily relate to panel backboards only.

26. Will the owner have a full time inspector on site?

Response: The Government and its Design Consultants will perform inspections and observations at their discretion throughout the project.

Additional Clarifications & Revisions:

1. The following statement shall be added as Part 2.2.D.3 in Spec Section 099300:

“All interior wood finishes shall have a Fire Resistance “Class C” rating.

2. Specification Section 07 46 00 –Siding, shall be deleted in its entirety. Siding requirements are outlined in Section 07 46 43 – Composition Siding.

3. The solicitation lists work hours as 7AM-5PM. The Specifications 1A and 1B list 7AM-4PM. These hours in specification are the typical hours for the government site workers and visitors to the refuge, contractor is allowed to work within their area any hours considered between sun up to sun down, there should be no afterhours (darkness) or weekend work without prior notification/approval. See update to solicitation clause Amend 1 Attach 1. 1452.211-71 CONTRACT WORK HOURS