B09_Amendment_0002_FODO_253278_RFI_01_Responses_0002.pdf

FODO 253278

Amendment 0002

RFI #001

Item Question Response

Page 70 of the Solicitation outlines the Volume 1 Technical Proposal requirements. Factor 6 – Key Personnel Experience requires the contractor to identify the On-site Quality Control Specialist and the On-site Safety Specialist. On similar projects in the past, the Government has allowed the Quality Control Specialist and Safety Specialist to be the same person. Will NPS allow the Quality Control Specialist and the Safety Specialist to be the same person for this project?

The superintendent can also act as the Safety Specialist. Additionally, the Quality Control Specialist and Safety Specialist can be the same person. However, the Superintendent cannot act as the Quality Control Specialist.

In reviewing the solicitation, we see in Section K, that the business size standard is noted in FAR Clause 52.204-08. We did find that the project was set aside for small businesses. Please confirm that the project is set aside for small businesses and is not a full and open solicitation.

This project is being competed as an unrestricted full and open solicitation.

Can the NPS provide a Schedule of Values of the approved work that was completed by the defaulted contractor?

No, NPS cannot provide the the Schedule of Values that was performed by the defaulted contractor.

4 Can the NPS provide a list of subcontractors that worked on the project previously? No, NPS cannot provide a list of subcontractors that worked the previous project.

Are there any subs that worked on the project previously that are prohibited from working on the project again?

No subcontractors from the previous contract are banned from working this project.

6 What is the status of the previous bonding company for the defaulted contractor? They are not involved with the current solicitation

7 Does the bonding company for the defaulted contractor have any involvement in the project?

The bonding company of the previous defaulted contractor has no involvement with the current solicitation.

Will NPS provide copies of the previous contractor’s submittals to the awarded bidder after the award?

No, NPS will not provide copies of the previous contractor's submittals to the awarded bidder after award.

9 Please provide all of the previous contract’s pre-bid RFI’s and responses. No, previous contract pre-bid RFI and responses cannot be made available.

10 Will NPS provide all of the previous contract’s RFI’s to the awarded bidder after the award? No, NPS cannot provide all of the previous contract's RFI's to the awarded bidder after award.

11 Please provide all of the previous contract’s addenda, ASI, and supplemental information. No, NPS cannot provide the prevoius contract's addenda, ASI and supplemental.

Specification Section 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls paragraph 2.3.C – Contracting Officer’s Field Office and paragraph 3.3.B Support Facilites Installation requires bidders to provide a temporary field office for the contracting officers.

a. Please confirm that the contracting officer requires this office. Yes

b. Can the contracting officer's temporary field office be inside the building in lieu of a temporary structure outside the building?

No, the office should be structurally sound construction and weather tight portable trailer with private bathroom. Minimum size 8’ x 24’. Location determined by NPS before issuing Start Work Notice.

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Page 1 of the report states that “The project team did not perform an exhaustive on-site inspection to check the quality or quantity of every aspect of the construction work and did not conduct a destructive investigation. There may be defects that were not visually apparent and, as such, were not discovered or noted by our team, but are required to complete the work.” Can the NPS please describe in detail the process if the General Contractor discovered defects that were not apparent at the time of the Site Conditions Survey Report?

This will be considered an unforeseen condition. The contractor is responsible for describing the condition in detail and providing proposed alternatives to address it. The Contracting Officer (CO) will review the information and determine whether a contract modification is required.

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Page 1 of the report states that “Review of third-party testing and inspection reports was not part of the Project Team’s scope during Title III services. If items were found to be non-compliant during construction, they were to be addressed by the Contractor, or if compliance was not possible, an RFI was to be issued to the Project Team. Since there are no open RFIs involving third-party testing and inspections, the Project Team assumes that all structural work installed by the now-defaulted Contractor is in compliance with the contract documents. Can the NPS confirm that there are no outstanding third-party test and inspection reports that need to be corrected by the new General Contractor?

Third party testing and inspection for structurall work installed NPS understand is complete. Any structural work pending installation or to be reinstalled should be inspected by a trid party testing.

Are there any materials that the terminated contractor left that the new contractor is to reuse? Or does everything have to be purchased again?

The steel tubes that are to be installed inside the elevator shaft openings are on site and are to be re-used. Contractor is responsible to verify condition and provide their writen assessment to the CO.

i. For example, what is the status of the elevator, flooring materials, light fixtures, etc.

Elevator is stored in Thyssenkrup Elevators facility in Piperton, Tennessee. Contractor should coordinate elevator installation with Thyssenkrup.

Jonathan Hord, Construction Superintendent M: 1-615-405-1629 jonathan.hord@tkelevator.com

ii. Regarding flooring materials, please note that American Olean Wall Tile in Summer Rain 0A81 and 0045 Salt and Pepper have been discontinued. Please provide alternate products.

Our recommendation is to replace the discontinued American Olean A81-Summer Rain with American Olean 0A36-Discovery and the discontinued American Olean 0045-Salt and Pepper with 4x4 Daltile ColorMatch Glazed Ceramic Tile CU33-Matte Carrara.

Page 7 states “provide hazardous material inspection and testing of building interior for moisture-related hazardous materials. Document findings in a Hazardous Materials Report.” Please confirm the following:

i. Are bidders supposed to include a hazardous materials inspection, testing, and reporting as part of the base contract?

The contractor is resposible to provide hazardous materials inspection and testing of building interior for moisture related hazardous materials. Document findings in a Hazardous Materials Report.

ii. If any moisture-related hazards are discovered, how will they be handled after award?

The contractor is responsible to provide moisture-related hazard inspection and testing of building interior. Document findings in a Hazardous Materials Report.

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Page 3 paragraph B30 – Roofing “recommends” the entire roof be removed and replaced. Page 27 paragraph Overall again “recommends” the entire roof be removed and replaced, including cover board, roof membrane, tapered insulation, and all terminations. Please confirm that the project requires removing and replacing all coverboards, tapered insulation, the roof membrane, and all terminations.

Remove roof membrane, any cover board and insulation. Install new tapered insulation, cover board and tapered insulation. Roof slope shall be 1/8”/foot.

f Due to the standing water on the existing roof, the metal roof deck may have rusted in locations.

Please confirm that the project scopes currently exclude metal roof decking rust mitigation, decking repairs, and/or decking replacements.

Correct, the project scope currently excludes metal roof decking rust mitigation, decking repairs, and/or decking replacements due to existing conditions.

c d g Various locations in the report reference the Construction Manager Representative (“CMR”) observed poor workmanship and/or the incorrect materials being installed. Please provide copies of CMR’s observation reports.

NPS will provide copies of CMR's observation reports.

h Sheet 14 paragraph Corridor 015 & Viewing Area 106 refers to ASI-002-SKS-001. Please provide ASI-002-SKS-001, and please provide all other ASI’s.

We have attached all the ASIs that were issued (ASI-001 to ASI-005).

Sheet 15 Paragraph Existing Masonry Repointing states “clean out and repoint all historic masonry that was repointed per original design.” Drawing A3.2 detail 1 shows note 4.1 indicates repair brick and mortar joint. The arrows point to hatched ovals that show areas where work is to be performed. The arrows also point to locations without hatched circles. See screenshot below.

i. At locations where the arrow does not point to a hatched oval, how much repointing is required?

These areas were already repointed by the previous contractor per the original design. Under this contract, the contractor is to repoint those same areas.

ii. Is it a specific joint or the entire elevation?

These areas were already repointed by the previous contractor per the original design. Under this contract, the contractor is to repoint those same areas.

iii. Please confirm this answer applies to detail 2/A3.2?

These areas were already repointed by the previous contractor per the original design. Under this contract, the contractor is to repoint those same areas. Yes, this applies to 2/A3.2 as well as 1/A3.1 and 2/A3.1.

Sheet 18 Photo B20-9 is a picture that is referenced in the Remaining Work Paragraph. The remaining work paragraph references detail 1/A6.4. Detail 1/A6.4 shows new ½” ext PT plywood, weather barrier, and break metal being installed over the existing structural steel to remain. The new break metal appears to be flush with the storefront below. In photo B20-9 it appears that the existing steel is currently flush with the storefront below and above. If this detail is performed as currently drawn the new break metal will protrude over ½” past the storefront. This will create standing water on the top and a visible ledge underneath.

i. Is this the intent? Yes, that is the intent.

ii. Also, how is the break metal supposed to terminate around the structural steel cross members that come out away from the building?

The brake metal shall be installed as shown, terminating around each structural steel cross member, with sealant installed at all joints and adjacent materials.

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Sheet 18 paragraph Historic Aluminum Fins & Steel Structure – Additional works state “ZipSystem” flashing tape was used as a temporary method for terminating the roofing membrane to the adjacent steel structure & aluminum fins. How is the new roof supposed to be fastened to and/or around the steel structure and aluminum fins? Details 1/A4.2 and 1/A6.3 do not depict this condition.

The A/E Response to RFI-060 included a revised detail for 1/A6.3 for this condition. We have attached the A/E Response to RFI-060.

Page 34 indicates that the remaining work includes “install” toilet partitions, toilet room accessories, door, hardware, glazing, etc. Page 34 also indicates the provision and installation of a fire extinguisher cabinet (Accessory Tag P). Please clarify if the report only says “install,” then the bidder is only supposed to include the cost to install, and the associated materials are onsite and are in good condition.

i. If the materials are not onsite, please provide a location so bidders can include shipping costs for associated materials.

The contractor is responsible to provide all new materials and install.

ii. If the materials are not in good condition, please clarify what needs to be corrected with the associated materials.

The contractor is responsible to provide all new materials and install.

iii. Please clarify if the bidder is supposed to provide all new materials, where the report only says “install”.

The contractor is responsible to provide all new materials and install.

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iv. Please confirm that this applies to the entire report, not just this specific page and section. The contractor is responsible to provide all new materials and install.

Page 35 – Paragraph Room 007 – says “Refurbish and reinstall existing mobile storage cabinets, total of 6. Note, 4 existing mobile storage cabinets are unaccounted for in the building (Photo C10-4).”

i. Are bidders supposed to include a cost for four (4) new mobile storage cabinets? Yes

ii. If so, please provide a specification. NPS will provide a specification.

iii. Please clarify what “refurbish” means on the existing two (2) cabinets? Provide new n Page 35 – Paragraph Room 009, 010, 011 – all state “Note: Per CMR – Light gauge framing in office area not inspected, unsure if framing is properly installed.” Please clarify if the contract requires any work associated with this note.

Contractor to inspect and confirm framing installation.

o Page 38 – references sheet A6.7 in multiple paragraphs. Construction documents do not include sheet A6.7. Please provide sheet A6.7 or clarify which details these notes are referring to.

Sheet A6.7 was originally issued with the A/E Response to RFI-006. It was then re-issued again with additional information with the A/E Responses to RFI-060 and RFI-189. We have attached the latest A6.7 which is from the A/E Response to RFI-189.

p Page 39 – Paragraph Room 104 – Remaining work – states verify blocking is in place and install all toilet room accessories…” Please clarify if bidders should include any cost if blocking is not present.

Verify that blocking is in place. If it is not, install the required blocking.

Page 57 – Paragraph Elevator – states “remaining work: the entire elevator needs to be installed…” The Overview paragraph states, “No elevator equipment was observed on site.”

i. Are bidders supposed to price only the installation of an NPS-provided elevator? Yes

ii. Are bidders supposed to price the furnishing and installation of a new elevator to fit within the existing shaft?

No, the elevator will be provided by the NPS. The contractor is responsible for coordinating the elevator delivery and installation with ThyssenKrupp.

Page 59 – Paragraph Overall Plumbing Elements – states “Pressure & gravity systems need to be pressure tested and discharge verified to be in accordance with contract documents. Replace/fix systems that fail the pressure test. Use a biodegradable dye to confirm all underground gravity systems discharge as required by the contract documents. If disposition cannot be determined using the dye, install a new underground gravity system per plans and specs.”

i. Please confirm whether the bidder is required to perform the pressure test and biodegradable die test for these systems.

Yes

ii. If any portion of the system fails, how will the cost to replace/fix the system be addressed after the pressure test is performed?

This will be considered an unforeseen condition. The contractor is responsible for describing the condition in detail and providing proposed alternatives to address it. The Contracting Officer (CO) will review the information and determine whether a contract modification is required.

iii. If tests have already been performed, please provide test results. No test have been performed.

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Page 61 – Paragraph Women 002 – states “Unacceptable: The floor drain shall be adjusted vertically to allow the rim to be flush to the adjacent tile floor. Floor drain may need to be replaced or removed to allow the required adjustment (Photo D20-7).” If the floor drain cannot be adjusted, how will the cost to chip out the concrete and replace the floor drain be addressed after the award?

Remove, make necessary adjustments and reinstall. Contractor should considered this in their proposal cost.

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Page 62 – Paragraph Women 002 – states “Unacceptable: The lavatory sanitary from Restroom 104 picks up the water closet sanitary and then the water closet is vented (Photo D20-8). This venting method is not per code. Plans show each fixture with a vent. If the contractor was trying to wet vent or another venting method, markup per red lines markups for review and acceptance.” If the venting system is surveyed and marked up with red lines, and the installation is rejected, how will the cost of removing and replacing the installation be handled after award?

Contractor to replace installation and provide ventilation to each fixture. Contractor should considered this in their proposal cost.

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Page 63 – Paragraph Men 003 – states “Unacceptable: The floor drain shall be adjusted vertically to allow the rim to be flush to the adjacent tile floor. Floor drain may need to be replaced or removed to allow the required adjustment (Photo D20-10).” If the floor drain cannot be adjusted, how will the cost to chip out the concrete and replace the floor drain be addressed after the award?

Remove, make necessary adjustments and reinstall. Contractor should considered this in their proposal cost.

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Page 69 – Paragraph Overall HVAC Elements – states “the conduits should be removed and relocated to allow the ductwork, ceiling, and other work to be installed as designed.” Please clarify whether the NPS requires the conduits to be removed and relocated as part of the project's cost?

Yes, The Contractor shall prepare and submit coordination drawings indicating the routing and clearances of electrical conduits, sprinkler lines, HVAC ducts, refrigerant piping, and all other related trades. Upon review and approval by the CO, the Contractor shall proceed with replacement and installation in accordance with the design.

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Page 69 – Paragraph - Additional Work – states “the Project Team recommends that the refrigerant systems, including all fan coil units, all condensing units, all refrigerant piping and ductwork, and conduit in mechanical room 001 and corridor 005 be replaced”. Please clarify whether the NPS requires this work to be performed under this contract.

All refrigerant systems utilizing R-410a refrigerant, including fan coil units, condensing units, refrigerant piping, ductwork, and conduit located in Mechanical Room 001 and Corridor 005—shall be replaced with new equipment. The A/E shall provide specification requirements for the replacement equipment. Henry Adams will need to provide revised specs, new equipment selections and make necessary changes due to the A2L refrigerant installation restrictions.

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Page 69 – Paragraph – Additional work – states “Given the uncertainty about the warranty and it’s duration the Project Team recommends that the refrigerant systems, including all fan coil units, all condensing units, all refrigerant piping and ductwork and conduit in mechanical room 001 and corridor 005 be replaced.” Please clarify if the NPS requires this work be performed as part of this contract?

All refrigerant systems utilizing R-410a refrigerant, including fan coil units, condensing units, refrigerant piping, ductwork, and conduit located in Mechanical Room 001 and Corridor 005—shall be replaced with new equipment. The A/E shall provide specification requirements for the replacement equipment. Henry Adams will need to provide revised specs, new equipment selections and make necessary changes due to the A2L refrigerant installation restrictions.

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Page 72 – Paragraph – Additional Work – states “The HVAC system is not protected from damage from construction debris. The interior of all ductworks shall be cleaned to the satisfaction of the NPS (Photos D30-13, D30-14).” Please clarify what “cleaned to the satisfaction of the NPS” means.

The interior surfaces of all existing ductwork designated to remain shall be thoroughly cleaned. The Contractor shall submit a detailed cleaning procedure for review and approval prior to commencement of work.

Page 72 – Paragraph – Addition Work – states “Installed refrigerant piping was observed to deviate from the plans and specifications. If refrigerant piping is not removed and reinstalled per the design, as recommended elsewhere in this section, verify that the required refrigerant charge does not exceed the specified volumes shown on M7.1. The specified volume is code maximum allowable. Provide redline markups of the final refrigerant piping layout to be incorporated in as-built drawings.” Please clarify the following:

i. Is the NPS requiring all refrigerant piping to be removed and replaced?

All refrigerant systems using R-410a refrigerant, including all fan coil units, all condensing units, all refrigerant piping and ductwork and conduit shall be replaced.

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ii. If the NPS elects for the refrigerant piping to remain, and it is determined after contract award that the existing system exceeds the specified volumes shown on M7.1. How will modifications to the existing system be handled (IE designed, and additional cost addressed)?

All refrigerant systems using R-410a refrigerant, including all fan coil units, all condensing units, all refrigerant piping and ductwork and conduit shall be replaced.

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Page 73 – Paragraph Exterior – states “Unacceptable: The Project Team observed damaged fins on ACCU-1 (Photo D30-15). This unit is recommended for replacement due to other deficiencies.

If the unit is not replaced, the section of coil shall be replaced.” Please clarify whether the NPS requires this unit to be replaced, or only the coil?

All refrigerant systems using R-410a refrigerant, including all fan coil units, all condensing units, all refrigerant piping and ductwork and conduit shall be replaced.

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Page 74 – Paragraph Note – states “It was observed that the arrangement of the outdoor units required a larger, more intrusive housekeeping pad than the layout of units shown in the design.

The Project Team did not observe conditions that would mandate this deviation.” Please clarify if the NPS requires any work be performed with this note?

Housekeeping pad to remain.

cc Page 74 – Paragraph Remaining Work – states “Generator propane tank was not observed to be installed. (See Electrical Systems for additional information).” Please clarify whether bidders are required to install the NPS-supplied propane tank or to supply and install a new propane tank?

Supply and install a new propane tank.

dd Page 74 – Paragraph Remaining Work – states “Radon fan was not observed to be on site or installed.” Please clarify if bidders are supposed to install an NPS supplied radon fan or if bidders are supposed to supply and install a new radon fan?

Supply and install a new radon fan. Radon exhaust was observed to be PVC pipe and not the specified metal duct. Remove and replace per design. Patch concrete at floor and wall penetrations.

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Page 74 – Paragraph Mechanical Room 001 – states “Unacceptable: Mechanical linesets in this room are installed too low (approximately 7’-3” above finished floor) unnecessarily reducing head height in the overall room and at the future employee break room.” Please clarify if any work is required with this note.

Contractor to coordinate with new installation.

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Page 76 – Paragraph Unacceptable – states “7-inch-tall housekeeping pads were observed in the Mechanical Room (Photo D30-27), larger than the 4-inch housekeeping pads required by Special Note 4, M1.1. These taller housekeeping pads reduce available space above the mechanical units.” Please clarify if NPS requires any work to be performed with this note?

Demolish 7 inch housekeeping pads and install per design.

Page 77 – Various locations throughout this page and the report state that the equipment “is yet to be installed.” Please clarify the following:

i. Are bidders supposed to only install NPS supplied equipment?

The contractor shall assume replacement of the refrigerant systems which includes all fan coil unit, all condensing units, and all refrigerant piping. The installed equipment uses R-410a refrigerant. The contractor shall dispose of the R-410a equipment and refrigerant charge in accordance with EPA Regulations. The contractor shall install new equipment that utilizes an A2L refrigerant. The engineer will provide necessary changes to account for refrigerant mitigation controls based on the new A2L refrigerant. Contractor should assume the possibility of changes to unit electrical feeders based on new UL Standard.”

ii. Is the equipment on site? Do bidders need to include shipping costs for equipment stored off-site?

The contractor shall assume replacement of the refrigerant systems which includes all fan coil unit, all condensing units, and all refrigerant piping. The installed equipment uses R-410a refrigerant. The contractor shall dispose of the R-410a equipment and refrigerant charge in accordance with EPA Regulations. The contractor shall install new equipment that utilizes an A2L refrigerant. The engineer will provide necessary changes to account for refrigerant mitigation controls based on the new A2L refrigerant. Contractor should assume the possibility of changes to unit electrical feeders based on new UL Standard.”

iii. Is the equipment in good/working condition?

The contractor shall assume replacement of the refrigerant systems which includes all fan coil unit, all condensing units, and all refrigerant piping. The installed equipment uses R-410a refrigerant. The contractor shall dispose of the R-410a equipment and refrigerant charge in accordance with EPA Regulations. The contractor shall install new equipment that utilizes an A2L refrigerant. The engineer will provide necessary changes to account for refrigerant mitigation controls based on the new A2L refrigerant. Contractor should assume the possibility of changes to unit electrical feeders based on new UL Standard.”

iv. Are bidders supposed to furnish and install new equipment?

The contractor shall assume replacement of the refrigerant systems which includes all fan coil unit, all condensing units, and all refrigerant piping. The installed equipment uses R-410a refrigerant. The contractor shall dispose of the R-410a equipment and refrigerant charge in accordance with EPA Regulations. The contractor shall install new equipment that utilizes an A2L refrigerant. The engineer will provide necessary changes to account for refrigerant mitigation controls based on the new A2L refrigerant. Contractor should assume the possibility of changes to unit electrical feeders based on new UL Standard.”

hh Page 79 – Fire Protection – Please provide copies of the Fire Sprinkler subcontractors' permit drawings and submittals approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (“AHJ”).

NPS will provide approved submittal.

ii Page 79 – Fire Protection – Please provide copies of the Fire Alarm subcontractors’ permit drawings and submittals approved by the AHJ.

NPS will provide approved submittal.

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Page 79 – Section Overall Building Elements – paragraph 2 “Unacceptable” – states “It is recommended that all fire alarm control cabling be removed and reinstalled when the fire alarm control panel is in the electrical room as indicated on the plans.” Please confirm if NPS requires all fire alarm control wiring to be removed and replaced?

All fire alarm control cabling be removed and reinstalled when the fire alarm control panel is in the electrical room as indicated on the plans.

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Page 81 – Paragraph Coordination in Corridor 005 – states “It is recommended that these conduits and associated wiring be removed from Corridor 005 back to Electrical 014 (approximately forty 1” conduits at 22-feet in length each) and be re-routed through the opening at the north corner of Electrical 014 and distributed through Mechanical 001 to allow for proper installation of the HVAC ductwork.” Please clarify if NPS requires bidders to fulfil this recommendation as part of this contract?

Conduits and associated wiring shall be removed from Corridor 005 back to Electrical 014 (approximately forty 1” conduits at 22-feet in length each) and be re-routed through the opening at the north corner of Electrical 014 and distributed through Mechanical 001 to allow for proper installation of the HVAC ductwork.

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Section D50 – Electrical – States in multiple paragraphs, install wiring devices, lighting, wiring, etc. It does not say furnish and install. Please clarify whether bidders are required to furnish and install all new wiring devices, lights, lighting controls, wiring, panels, telecommunication devices, telecommunication racks, etc., as every report states “install”.

Yes, furnish and install mm Page 86 – paragraph Room 014 – states “However, since the original warranty is already expired, it should be assumed that new transfer switches will be required (Photo D50-5).” Please confirm whether NPS requires the bidder to furnish and install a new transfer switch?

The Contractor shall contact the local Cummins Service Representative to coordinate an assessment of all existing Cummins units, including evaluation of their operational condition and verification of warranty status. Any unit determined to be out of warranty shall be replaced with new equipment. A written assessment report shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) for review and approval.

nn Page 86 – Section Room 14 paragraph “Unacceptable”- states “It is recommended that since the panels do not have their covers installed, they should be replaced (Photos D50-6, D50-7).”

Please clarify if NPS wants bidders to furnish and install new panels & panel boards?

The Contractor shall contact the panelboard manufacturer to coordinate an assessment of all existing panelboards, including evaluation of their operational condition and verification of warranty status. If any panelboard is determined to be out of warranty, the Contractor shall replace it with new equipment. A written assessment report shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) for review and approval.

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Page 89 – Section Room 106 paragraph “unsatisfactory” – states that seven of the proposed eight downlight housings and light engines are installed. The one missing is over Corridor 109. It is unclear where the trims are located and if these downlights would be salvageable.” Please clarify if bidders are supposed to furnish and install new lights or new trims for the installed lights? If it is determined that lights are not salvageable after the award, how will the cost of new lights be handled?

Contractor shall assess downlights and determine existing condition.

pp Page 90 – Section Room 107 – states “it is recommended that five new LED 2x2 flat panel style luminaires be provided.” Please clarify if NPS requires bidders to furnish and install five (5) new lights at this location?

Install new LED 2x2 flat panel style luminaires.

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Section D50 – various pages – states that light fixture housings are installed with missing parts and may not be functional. Please clarify if NPS requires bidders to furnish and install all new lights per the electrical drawings and specifications, or if bidders are supposed to order new parts and pieces for the installed lights? If NPS elects to have bidders order new parts and pieces, and it is determined after award that installed lights are not operational, how will the additional cost of replacement lights be addressed?

A/E response: The contractor has the construction drawings. The report indicates what is installed and what is not installed. The contractor should have enough information to determine what is still required to complete this scope of work. If items are not listed in the document, the contractor is to assume they need to complete 100% of that scope. If items in remaining work articles throughout the report are listed as installed, the contractor is to assume that scope is complete. NPS, AE and Contracto will perform walkthrough to verify and accept existing conditions.

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Page 94 – Section “Water System” paragraph “Remaining Work” – states “The entire water system needs to be pressure tested and also have bacteriological testing performed as required by the specifications and to ensure proper functioning of the system.” If the system fails the pressure test or bacteriological tests, how will the additional cost to correct the failed test be handled after the project award?

This will be considered an unforeseen condition. The contractor is responsible for describing the condition in detail and providing proposed alternatives to address it. The Contracting Officer (CO) will review the information and determine whether a contract modification is required.

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Page 97 – Section “Overall Building Elements” paragraph Unacceptable – states “However, due to being exposed, a new generator set is recommended for the project.” Please clarify if NPS is requiring bidders to furnish and install a new generator, or if NPS is requiring bidders to contact Cummings to try and obtain an extended warranty, or if NPS is just requiring bidders to try and make the generator operational with no warranty?

The Contractor shall contact the local Cummins Service Representative to coordinate an assessment of the existing Cummins generator, including evaluation of its operational condition and verification of applicable warranty terms. If the generator is determined to be out of warranty, the Contractor shall replace the unit with a new generator. A written assessment report shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) for review and approval.