QA_Contractor_Answers_January_2025_0006.pdf

Questions and Answers – 01/13/2025

The instructions do not specify the time zone for the proposal submission deadline. The SF 1442 form mentions "local time," but the project is located in Arkansas, while the contracting office for National Parks is in Colorado. Could you please clarify whether the due date is based on

Central Time or Mountain Time?

Answer:

Mountain Time Zone will be the official time zone.

I have begun developing our Proposal Schedule and considering the upcoming holidays and the possibility of both subcontractors and employees being unavailable due to vacations, we anticipate potential delays. Therefore, we respectfully request a two-week extension for the submission of this proposal.

Request is granted see solicitation amendment for details.

Factor 3 – Management Approach requests an organizational chart. May we submit the diagram on an 11 x 17-sized digital page, along with an explanation of roles and responsibilities, within the 5-page limit for this section?

Yes this is acceptable.

In the Proposal Instructions on Page 79, there is a requirement for the submission of the "General

References" form, which states that the information provided will be used to determine

Responsibility pursuant to FAR 9.103. However, it appears that the form has not been provided.

Could you kindly supply the required "General References" form at your earliest convenience?

See Attachment - B08_Solit_PSP_Vol_II_GenRefs.doc

Does NPS anticipate PLA to become a factor if the price exceeds the limit for a project to require

Project Labor Agreement.

PLAs are required on direct federal construction projects of $35 Million or more.

For site logistics, will it be possible to have full use of the Libbey Bathouse building with parking lots for staging to other buildings on Bathhouse row where parking and staging are less than possible?

Would Mini-splits be accepted as a mean to heat/cool/reduce humidity?

No, not at this time.

Maurice Elevator is currently not stretcher compliant with International Building Code (IBC).

Please confirm that replacement elevator may be placed in Elevator Pit B06 or B12.

Use existing Elevator Pit.

Is the intent to have the Libbey Elevator be stretcher compliant? It is currently not stretcher compliant with International Building Code (IBC).

Price per the current drawings.

When elevator is replaced, would integrate controllers be acceptable at top landing in lieu of an elevator control room?

If the elevator is to be replaced. Would integrate controllers be acceptable at top landing in lieu of an elevator control room?

Will existing elevator reused if a stretch compliant elevator is added? If so, will interiors be made to match new elevator. Elevator will also need to be modernized to be IBC compliant.

Will CAD Drawings be issued upon award?

Yes

Will additional time be awarded for Bid options 01-07? How are we to go about proposing additional time necessary for these options?

Additional time could be awarded. Bid to include proposed time needed.

Buckstaff Bathhouse: Can we confirm the load capacity and structural adequacy of roof areas where HVAC units and equipment will be placed?

Contractor shall confirm via field verification the existing structural adequacy and load capacity.

Buckstaff Bathhouse: What is the accessibility and feasibility of running SCADA controls and

HVAC piping throughout all floors?

Contractor shall confirm via field verification the feasibility of controls and piping.

Buckstaff Bathhouse: For HVAC placement, is there an opportunity to propose a design optimization to reduce impact on historic aesthetics and structure?

Libbey Bathhouse: Exterior Repairs and Mothballing - Are there structural assessments of the existing stonework or stucco that highlight areas of concern for repair or replacement?

Answer:

A Historic Structures Report was completed in 2009.Excerpts can be shared if requested. Contractor shall assess thru field verification current conditions and concerns.

Libbey Bathhouse: Exterior Repairs and Mothballing - Are there specific guidelines for

"mothballing" the structure, or can we propose more cost-effective approaches?

Mothball per Secretary of Interior's Standards. Other approaches may be considered.

Libbey Bathhouse: Exterior Repairs and Mothballing - Will future office space requirements necessitate any design foresight during stabilization?

Contractor shall coordinate with Architect for stabilization requirements.

Maurice Bathhouse Rehabilitation: What provisions are in place for protecting historic materials

(woodwork, windows, decorative painting) during demolition and rehabilitation?

Refer to specs. Where possible, historic material shall be protected in place.

Maurice Bathhouse Rehabilitation: Are there accessibility upgrades (ramps, elevators) requiring special permits or design changes due to existing building constraints?

Maurice Bathhouse Rehabilitation: What level of finish is expected for tenant-ready spaces— basic functionality or high-end fit-out?

Basic functional space.

Maurice Bathhouse Rehabilitation: Are there any alternative materials acceptable for areas requiring historic replication but within budget constraints?

Excerpts from the Historic Survey Report can be shared with Contractor is requested.

Fordyce Bathhouse: Are there additional expectations beyond roof and masonry repairs, such as interior waterproofing or ongoing structural monitoring?

Risk Mitigation: What risk mitigation strategies should we prioritize for unforeseen issues like asbestos, structural surprises, or material delivery delays?

Risk mitigation per contractor's assumptions.

Are there any preferred subcontractors from past projects with NPS that we should engage with?

No, Not at this time

Performance Period: Should we build in time extensions for possible delays for unforeseen existing condition issues?

Delays per contractor's assumptions.

Wage Monitoring: Will wage monitoring and compliance be reviewed on-site periodically to ensure adherence to Davis-Bacon requirements?

Answer:

Yes, in accordance with Dept. of Labor Standards. Construction Management Rep. will be conductiong Periodically interviews.

Wage Monitoring: What level of bonding or performance security will be required for work across multiple bathhouses?

Bonding will be determined by amount proposed for the entire project.

Are there specific staging or laydown areas designated for equipment and materials across all sites?

Staging shall be allowed at Libby

How will contractor access be coordinated to minimize disruption to visitor traffic and other park operations?

Sidewalk at the street shall remain open and safe for visitors.

If laydown areas are constrained, what allowances can we propose for offsite storage or just-in-time deliveries?

Contractor can propose alternate staging/delivery areas for consideration.

Will NPS assist in securing any nearby temporary staging locations?

Due to limited space in and around the location, the park has designated temporary laydown/staging areas.

Utility Interruptions: Are there penalties or specific requirements for managing utility interruptions during critical upgrades like HVAC and electrical?

Utilities at the Buckstaff shall remain on and available for the current concessionaire.

Waste Management: Are there NPS-specific requirements for waste reduction and recycling during demolition and construction?

Refer to specs.

Change Orders: What is NPS's typical responsiveness to change order requests during construction? Should we build flexibility into our proposal for scope adjustments?

Answer:

Change orders are dependent on size and impact. Contractor shall incorporate assumed adjustments to accommodate changes.

RFI Review Times: For scheduling purposes, what is the expected turnaround time for RFI responses from the National Park Service?

7 days

Submittal Review Times: For scheduling purposes, is there a defined timeframe for submittal reviews and approvals? Are there provisions for expedited reviews in case of critical path delays?

Assume 10 days to 2 weeks for submittal review.

Regarding the landscaping at Maurice Bathhouse: The specifications indicate sod and plants are required, but these elements are not clearly detailed in the drawings. Could you confirm if landscaping is part of the scope, and if so, where we might find the relevant details?

Price per the current drawings. Sod and plants similar to existing.

For potential foundation stabilization work: Are there any anticipated needs for foundation stabilization or pre-construction helical piers/pilings? If so, could you provide further details on the requirements or affected areas?

Concerning project signage: The current specifications only mention signage for Maurice

Bathhouse. Is this accurate, or are there signage requirements for other bathhouses as well?

Signage at Maurice only.

There are no specific signage details provided in the specs or drawings. Could you confirm if additional specs are available or will be provided?

Additional direction on signage may be provided.

Can you clarify what is meant by 'tipped' raised copy in the context of the signage?

The specifications list CPVC sch40, but our subcontractor recommends using CPVC sch80 for high-pressure and high-temperature applications (e.g., hot water distribution). Would it be acceptable to substitute sch80 in place of sch40?

If CPVC sch80 is approved, could you provide the pipe sizes and quantities required for the project so we can proceed with quoting?

Contractor shall price industry standard size and quantity at this time.