B08_Submitted_Questions_and_Answers_0002.docx

140P4526R0017: BUILDING 40 STABILIZATION – SANDY HOOK UNIT, GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, FORT HANCOCK, NJ – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Question: Will there be an extension on the due date?

Answer: Response Due Date Extended: Thursday, June 4, 2026 2:PM Question: The solicitation states there will be no formal site visit, we had a chance to visit the site but there is no way to get into the building, will we have access to the interior of the building prior to bid due date?

Answer: There will be no interior access to the building before the bid due date.

Question: The statement of work implies many unknown variables of the structural integrity of what needs to get replaced, are we bidding as if everything that is unknown is replaced or just to assess and assume none of it repaired or replaced and change order at a later date once we get drawings from an engineer?

Answer: Assume none of it has been repaired or replaced. If something is discovered once the engineer has reviewed, a change order may be exercised if the park elects to do so.

Question: Copper spec: 22 ga copper does not exist, copper is spaced by weight per square foot.

Answer: Copper shall be minimum 16 oz.

Question: Have there been asbestos contaminated material and lead contamination surveys done? If not, should we include the cost for these surveys in our bid price?

Answer : A survey was completed in 2009. The following are assumed to contain ACM:

· Rolled Roofing Paper over asphalt roof shingles associated with gymnasium

· Vapor Barrier associated with wood Gymnasium Floor

· Flat Built-up Roofing associated with Gymnasium

· Asphalt Roof Shingles

· Vapor Barriers and Flashing associated with above roofing material Lead is assumed to be in the trim paint.

Question: In Section L (Proposal Instructions), Volume I, Factor 4, should we include the documents “8_References_Worksheet_(1)_(1)” an “B08_Past_Performance_Questionnaire_GATE_B40” to satisfy this requirement, as well as providing CPARS information?

Answer: CPARS is sufficient.

Question: Regarding the “B08_Past_Performance_Questionnaire_GATE_B40” form, should the completed form be emailed to linda_richardson@nps.gov as indicated on the last page, or should it be included as part of the proposal submission?

Answer: Please submit to roselyn_sessoms@ios.doi.gov.Please include as part of the proposal .

Question: In Section L(C) regarding proposal format, does the schedule included in Volume I, Factor 1 count toward the page limit for the technical approach narrative, or may it be excluded from the page count to allow for more detailed narrative? May section dividers, cover pages, and the table of contents be excluded from the page count?

Answer: It can be excluded from the page count.

Question: Considering that May 25, 2026 is a Federal holiday and part of a long weekend, many subcontractors and suppliers are out of the office, creating challenges in obtaining timely pricing, especially considering we await Government responses to technical inquiries affecting sourcing. Accordingly, we respectfully request a brief extension of the proposal.

Answer: Extended until Thursday, June 4, 2026 2PM Question: Reference is made to CLIN 1 – Gymnasium Interior Repairs. During the site visit, we were unable to access the interior of the facility to properly assess and quantify the required work items. Please confirm whether interior access will be provided to bidders for estimating purposes.

Answer: There will be no interior access to the building before the bid due date.

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 1 – Gymnasium Interior Repairs. For the repair and replacement of wood flooring components, please provide the quantities and structural member section types that the Contractor should assume for bidding purposes.

Answer: Framing, joists, 2" x 10" 250 LF

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 1 – Gymnasium Interior Repairs. Please confirm whether the Contractor is required to include the cost of a comprehensive assessment and evaluation by a Professional Engineer (P.E.).

Answer: Yes, Contractor is required to include the cost of a comprehensive assessment and evaluation by a Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 1 – Gymnasium Interior Repairs. Please provide the designated location for storage of salvaged intact finished floorboards. Additionally, please confirm whether the Contractor is responsible for reinstalling and/or replacing the finished floorboards following completion of the repairs.

Answer: A location for storage of salvaged floorboards will be identified during the kickoff meeting; the location will be within the GATE park. Only the subfloor replacement is to the subfloor, floorboards are not expected to be reinstalled.

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 1 – Gymnasium Interior Repairs. Please confirm whether the existing overhead walkways are considered structurally safe for Contractor access and use during construction activities.

Answer: They are not considered structurally safe for Contractor access and use during construction activities.

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 2 – Roof Replacement (Gymnasium). In order to adequately assess existing conditions and provide accurate pricing, will bidders be provided access to the interior of the facility? Additionally, for bidding purposes, please provide assumed quantities for framing, sheathing, tension rods, joists/rafters, and flashing repairs/replacements, along with the applicable structural member section types.

Answer: There will be no interior access to the building before the bid due date. Assumed quantities for framing, sheathing, ect. are as follows:

Aluminum Drip Edge

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 3 – Additional Gable Roof Replacement (Post Office/YMCA). Please provide the anticipated replacement quantities for roof sheathing. Additionally, please confirm whether the sheathing material is required to be tongue-and-groove.

Answer: The material is required to be tongue and groove.

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 5 – Gutters and Downspouts (Post Office/YMCA). Please confirm whether this scope also includes the Gymnasium building. Additionally, please provide quantities for bidding purposes.

Answer: Clin 5 is only for the Post Office /YMCA building, all are to be replaced and should be viewable/quantifiable from the exterior.

Estimated assumed qtys.:

Question: Reference is made to CLIN 6 – Option A Fascia Repairs (Post Office/YMCA). Please provide estimated quantities for bidding purposes.

Answer: Estimated assumed qtys.:

Fascia, Pine, 1" X 6" 500 LF Question: Reference is made to CLIN 7 – Option B Boarding Up Openings (Post Office and Gymnasium). For window openings that are currently boarded up, please confirm whether the existing plywood boarding is to be removed and replaced under this contract.

Answer: Windows that are boarded with plywood currently are to remain in place.

Question: Reference is made to the overall scope of work. Please advise whether there are any known asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and/or lead-based paint materials associated with the identified work items.

Answer: See response to question above.

Question: Reference is made to the scope of work. Please provide flashing details for all structures, including the required flashing material types and installation requirements.

Answer: Flashing, gutters and downspouts shall be 16oz Copper. Drip edge and ridge vent shall be aluminum. The installation requirements shall be advised by the Professional Engineer (P.E.) on the Contractors team.