Consolodated_QA_RFI_log_NPS_Partial_Responses_0004.pdf

# Question RCVD Response Answer

Please clarify the requirement to provide a resume for the proposed Project Site Safety Manager as part of Factor 5, Safety, since this is already provided in Factor 1, Key Personnel. 8/16/2024 CO/CS

You will need to provide a resume for SiteSafety Manager Factor 5 includes some information to include in the resume

2 If a resume is required in Factor 5, is it included in the 3-page count for this factor? 8/16/2024 CO/CS

The 3 page limit is for the narrative only and does not include the resume for the Site Safety Manager or the OSHA 300A logs and EMR documentation.

3 Where are the Division 1 Specifications for Key Personnel requirements? 8/16/2024 CO/CS

There are no Division one specifications …it should have said if there are any additional information regarding Key personnel it will be in the Division 1 Specifications. But there are none.

13 Will NPS approve progress payment request for "Materials On-Site" ? 8/16/2024 CO/CS This project will have progress payments but not sure what you mean by Materials on site ?

15 Is Fuesaina's in operation ? 8/16/2024 No.

Please provide the rest of the Geotechnical Consultation Letter and Report. It is our understanding that the soil borings were interrupted due to drill rig breakdown, not simply below ground refusal. 8/16/2024 PM/PS

Refer to attachment includeding in RFI Response.

24 Provide Maui Electric Company Requirements if they apply to this project site. 8/16/2024

HECO/MECO requirements will not be required to be met. Compliance with RUS, NEC.

25 What requirements are necessary prior to clearing/grubbing this area ? 8/16/2024 PM/PS Soil/Dirt refererred to as Green Waste

28 Will NPS provide septic service for prime contractor port-o-johns ? 8/16/2024 Park

Septic service / port-o-john not required. Use of facilities in contractor's residency is available and near project location site.

Who currently owns the power poles and utility communication lines as shown in subsheet E3? Will the contractor be allowed to tie directly into the current transformer? Can the government provide the proper contact in order for the contractor to coordinate hook-up and shut down with, to safely make connections?

8/13/2024 Park

Primary and secondary electrical distribution is owned by the DHHL/NPS. Communication is owned by Hawaiian Telcom and Spectrum.

Communication POC to be provided upon award.

Will the contractor be granted access to any nearby hydrants for the use of make-up water for concrete batching and other project needs? If will the contractor coordinate with the NPS for this, or something other agency? 8/13/2024 PM/PS/Park Refer to specification 01 50 00, section 3.1.B

During site visit the entire field seems usable for material and equipment staging, sub sheet C9 restricts staging space, will the government grant contractor complete usage of this staging are?

8/13/2024 PM/PS

Yes. Full use of space is available. Contractor to limit disturbance with minimal changes after approval of division 1 specifications.

Can the government provide a paint color code, so the contractor can match desired paint for roof and structural members?

8/13/2024 PM/PS

Color should be Golden Straw 2152-50 | Benjamin Moore or equivalent exact matching color in a different brand. The RGB values for Benjamin Moore 2152-50 Golden Straw are 242, 217, 180 and the HEX code is #F2D9B4.

The LRV for Benjamin Moore 2152-50 Golden Straw is 71.55.

Will hydroseeding be required after usage of lay down and upon completion of project? If so please provide specifications?

8/13/2024 PM/PS/Park No hydroseeding will be required.

How often does the imported aggregate need to be inspected to be certified weed free as called out in the specifications?

8/13/2024 PM/PS?park

Imported aggregate needs to be certified weed free before arrival in Settlement, as close to the date of shipment as feasible, and does not need to be inspected after it arrives in Settlement.

Can the NPS provide clearance height on the overhead power crossing the road that leads from the barge landing to the project site? 8/13/2024 Park Meets typical highway underpass height.

Current POP is 180 days, being that the barge is arriving around 8/16/24 and likely is the last one of the year, will the government be extending the POP or delaying NTP, as the contract carries liquidated damages? If current POP is held depending on when NTP is given contract likely will not be able to be completed unless freight is brought in with helicopter, greatly increasing costs. Considering lead times of tanks and electrical components it is possible that contract may not be able to be completed until winter of 2025, potentially 2026. 8/13/2024 CO/CS

The POP is subject to the NTP and the NPS is aware of the logistical issues and NTP won’t start until the contractor is able to fully mobilize to the site. At that time the NTP will be issued.

Specification section 01 50 00 - 3.1.F. states that contractor is to install a new phone line. Where is this phone line to be installed? What is currently set up? Will the contractor need to install phone jacks? With the historical nature of many of the locations this is hard to plan for. Please provide detail as to where phone is to be installed.

8/16/2024 Park

Contact Hawaiian Telcom. Intent is the ability to have emergency response. Offerors may recommend other communication methods to establish emergency response.

Fuel tank lead times are around 20-24 weeks after receipt of order not including transfer to chartered barge. Can the period of performance be extended from 180 calendar days from receipt of NTP to account for long lead/high cost material order plus barge shipment dependent on weather, etc?

8/15/2024 CO/CS/PM/PS

The POP is subject to the NTP and the NPS is aware of the logistical issues and NTP won’t start until the contractor is able to fully mobilize to the site. At that time the NTP will be issued.

On sheet C11, detail 2, can contractor price an alternative stabilized construction entrance and exits that is commercial off the shelf? 8/15/2024 PM/PS

Offeror may propose construction means and method to benefit the government.

58 Sheet C11 has two detail 4’s. Please verify location for each detail 4? 8/15/2024 PM/PS Detail 4: Reinforced concrete jacket, refer to Sheet E3: Fuel Farm Electrical Site Plan

62 On sheet C11, detail 4 can contractor provide alternative means for reinforced concrete jacket that accomplishes requirement? 8/15/2024 PM/PS Offeror may propose construction means and method to benefit the government.

On sheet C9 can the silt fence plan be adjusted for the work in construction areas?

8/15/2024 Park/PM/PS

Yes. Full use of space is available. Contractor to limit disturbance with minimal changes after approval of division 1 specifications.

69 Can QC dual hat and be the PM? 8/15/2024 CO/CS/PM/PS No, QC/Safety may share the role.

Please provide soils report per S1 Foundation note 6.

8/15/2024 PM/PS/PARk

Refer to geotechnical information on sheet T3.

Refer to attachment includeding in RFI Response.

Sheet S1, Special Inspection, note 1. 5. Geotechnical Monitoring (Geotechnical Memorandum Dated 7/1/2021 Section 5) please provide? 8/15/2024 PM/PS/CO/CS

Refer to attachment includeding in RFI Response.

76 Please allow for minimum 2 additional weeks for proposal development after receipt of RFI’s? 8/15/2024 CO/CS Amendment will be issued next week to extend the Response time

78 Can existing waterline be left as is and reinforcement provided around a pipe sleeve? 8/15/2024 PM/PS Refer to detail on sheet C11

Recommend tanks being stainless steel in lieu of just exterior and interior protective coatings? It is suitable for corrosive or marine environments. 8/15/2024 PM/PS

Offeror may propose value engineering to benefit the government.

Can owners provide fuel as they must have a contract/contact that brings in their fuel annually to Kalaupapa?

8/15/2024 PM/PS

Refer to other responses related to the topic.

Contractor will be responsible for self performing fuel operations for equipment.

Instead of providing grout between concrete pad and tank supports, can neoprene pads be used in lieu of grout?

8/15/2024 PM/PS

Offeror may propose construction means and method/value engineering to benefit the government.

Monitor Panel, monitor shall be housed in a NEMA 4 enclosure, Veeder Root TLS-450 Plus, or equal. G. Remote Alarm Panel:

Alarm enclosure shall be NEMA 4X rated 8/15/2024 PM/PS

Can we substitute with Omntec Automatic Tank Gauging system? Their OEL8000IIIK-SS SERIES comes in a NEMA 4X Stainless Steel Enclosure, allowing easier viewing of the control panel. Omntec’s Remote Annunciator is also rated NEMA 4X. The Veeder Root TLS-450 Plus would need to be housed in a separate 4X enclosure. Veeder Root Overfill Alarm and Acknowledgement Switch are not NEMA 4X and installing them in a separate NEMA 4X enclosure is not advised as the alarm will be muffled and visual lights obstructed.

Offeror may propose construction means and method/value engineering to benefit the government.

For Factor 5 – Safety, could you please confirm that the 3 page limit is for the narrative only and does not include the resume for the Site Safety Manager or the OSHA 300A logs and EMR documentation. 8/15/2024 CO/CS Correct

103 Can a list of site visit attendees be provided? 8/19/2024 CO/CS Working it

DWG E3, Detail E, provides details showing connection for OH lines with new electrical lines. Usually the final connection is completed by the utility contractor. Will the government be completing final connections to the OH lines?

8/19/2024 PM/PS/Park

Potentially. Coordination will be required with existing project KALA 217676, Upgrade Electrical Distruption.

DWG E2, who will be responsible for providing the Fused Cutout Switch and electricity meter? Usually these components are supplied by the electrical company to make sure it is compatible with their infrastructure.

8/19/2024 PM/PS

Contractor provided. Coordination will be required with existing project KALA 217676, Upgrade Electrical Distruption.

108 Will the government provide assistance with barge docking operations for deliveries to Kalaupapa? 8/19/2024 PARK/PM/PS No, The Park will not assist with barge operations.

118 Can the “Geotechnical Consultation Letter” referenced on DWG S1, under Foundation, 1. Be provided? 8/19/2024 PM/PS Refer to attachment includeding in RFI Response.