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Questions and Answers

1. The “as-built” drawings that were included in the solicitation package are illegible, please provide a copy of the as-builts that are legible. These are the only as-builts/drawings available.

2. The SOW calls for neoprene roof boots at all penetrations on the roof, No vent stacks or existing roof boot locations were observed from the ground at the site visit. Please confirm the size and quantity of neoprene roof boots needed for the project. SOW says if any are needed.

There does not appear to any needed.

3. SOW, Page 1 under “Work shall include the following:”, “Replace cedar trim boards at eave and at top”. Please clarify

a. If all the existing fascia and shadow boards on the Lobby roof are to be replaced as part of this SOW? No, only if there is a need for repair or replacement.

b. There doesn’t appear to be any trim boards on the vertical walls at the roof top

“Monitor” assembly, Please identify where “at the top” is. Top of the Monitor, or Cupola.

4. There are what looks to be outlets for gutter downspouts penetrating through the underside of the soffit, just behind the fascia board at each roof segment. These assumed downspout outlets are only in place over the lower roofs, is there an existing gutter system incorporated in the roof framing behind the fascia and shadow boards? Yes

5. There is one (1) small fixture mounted on the fascia board, which the Park Ranger says used to be part of a no longer used weather station. Is this fixture hardwired and If the fascia boards are to be replaced Is this fixture to remain in place. Not hard wired, to be removed and not replaced.

6. Are there any hazardous materials present on either SOW/project? None that we are aware of.

7. We did not have access into the interior of the house, will any repairs to the chimney be required inside the house? NO

8. There is a vaulted ceiling in front of the fireplace at the 2nd floor, a section of ceiling appears to sagging, is ceiling repair of this condition to be part of the scope of work? NO

9. Does the SOW include repair of existing damages to the interior finishes? NO

10. Does the original Bid Bond need to be mailed? If so, please confirm the mailing address. Yes.

Mail to Todd Scola, Cape Cod National Seashore, 99 Marconi Site Rd., Wellfleet, MA 02667.

11. Please confirm that our recent/relevant experience on historic sites and the past performance can be the same projects? Yes they can be.

12. We're assuming 5.5" exposure for the cedar, is that correct? Yes

13. Is there a built-in gutter at the perimeter to be replaced, also? No, the gutter system is not to be replaced.

14. The Statement of Work for the Salt Pond Visitor center roof mentions soldering seams but it is unclear exactly which seams will need to be soldered. Please clarify which seams will be required to be soldered. Please see page 7 of the SOW under “Roofing.” Specifically, “It is the intent of this project to have as little soldering of copper as is practical in order to properly install strong, watertight metal flashings. Joints shall be interlocked and crimped where possible. Flanges which extend onto the roof surface shall always be soldered. All corners shall be soldered to provide strength and a waterproof connection.”

15. Can you confirm the overall POP for this solicitation? The SF 18 Form indicates 45 days, is this inclusive of both SOW (e.g., 45 days and 21 days)? Does this include close-out submittals? The POP is 45 days, inclusive of both Scopes of Work.

16. Can you confirm if a POP extension can be provided depending on material lead times that could be 4-6 weeks? Upon proof of due diligence in getting materials, a POP extension can be provided.

17. Can you confirm the materials submittal time is 48hrs for both and what the anticipated submittal review time for the govt? Yes, material submittal time is 48 hours for both projects and the anticipated review time for the government is 48 hours as well.