Questions_0003.docx
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- Solicitation number
- 140P5421R0030
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This document contains questions and answers regarding a solicitation for cyclic maintenance on buildings at Canaveral National Seashore. Key details include replacement of gutters, roofing, windows and doors at the Ranger Station, Garage and Curatorial buildings. Fire alarm systems will be upgraded to meet NFPA 72 standards at all buildings, with ADS Security as the preferred vendor. Landscaping will include construction of a timber retaining wall. The National Park Service Southeast Region is the contracting agency and will serve as the authority having jurisdiction.
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1. At the site visit there was discussion of the type of gutters required. Please confirm that 6-inch K style seamless aluminum gutters, minimum gauge .032 is desired.
A. No, the specified 6 in seamless is not desired. Aluminum commercial box gutters are desired. The details of material, gauge, connections have not been filled in yet.
7-inch box commercial Style “A” .050 Kynar Aluminum. Rectangular downspouts. Joints: Butt joints with interior and exterior cover plates. Hidden straps of 1-inch X 1/8-inch aluminum shall be installed approximately every 3-feet.
2. Please confirm that the new Fire Alarm system will not be required to report back to Kennedy Space Center.
A. The Fire Alarms will not address to KSC.
3. Per The Landscaping / Grounds paragraph for the work at the Ranger Station the scope states a timber retaining wall will be built. Will a design by a licensed Florida Professional Engineer be required?
A. No, rough sketch is being drafted.
4. During the site visit it was discussed a stucco finish would be applied to the curatorial building. The scope of work states that an EFIS system will be installed. Please confirm that the intent is to install an EFIS system to the curatorial building.
A. The EFIS on the Curatorial Bldg is correct.
5. Ranger Station (H6-1557):
1. Fire Alarm System:
· Are any as-built fire alarm drawings available?
No
· Is there a specific vendor for the FA panel?
A. The Park has existing contracts with ADS Security. They are the Parks contractor of choice.
· Please clarify if National Park Service Southeast Region Fire is the AHJ.
A. Correct,
· Please clarify where the existing FA panel comms tie into and if there is a requirement for comms tie-in at NASA fire station.
A.
2. Furniture: Please clarify who will be relocating existing furniture when interior work commences inside the Ranger Station.
A. Contractor shall be responsible for moving furniture in the Ranger Station.
3. Water Heater: Does the new tankless water heater require any type of filtration system?
A. No
4. Roofing/Mechanical: There are 2 sqaure vertical penetrations through the roof and a small vent. Are these to remain in place and refinished or is there a requirement for new?
| A. The two square vents will be replaced. The following fan is preapproved, submittal required for other manufacturers and brands of equal. | |
| Attic Breeze® GEN 3 AB-3523A-BLK Self-Flashing Attached Solar Attic Fan 35W Black |
6. Ranger Garage (H6-1556)
· There is an existing shed enclosure attached to the Ranger Garage. Please clarify if this structure is to remain in place and if new EIFS, roofing, door & frame is required.
A. Structure remains. EfIS is desired. Include door frame and hardware. Roofing is included. I’ll look at SOW and see what needs adjusted.
7. Curatorial Building (H6-1608)
· Please confirm if existing glass block on the exterior is to remain.
A. No, the glass block window will require replacement. Refer to Ranger Station window spec.
· Who is responsible for to moving furniture and other stuff in facilities?
A.
· Gutters specified are not best way forward.
A. Agree. Changing to commercial box gutter. Details to follow.
· Roof vents on Ranger Station and Garage will most likely have to change.
A. Attic Breeze® GEN 3 AB-3523A-BLK Self-Flashing Attached Solar Attic Fan 35W Black
The Curatorial Bldg will require a window to replace existing glass block opening.
| A. The glass block will be replaced by a window. | |
| Simonton PerfeXion Impact Series widows. White vinyl, fin/flange frames, Hurricane impact, Insulated, Argon gas, Prosolar Shade Low-E coating, screens. |
SUBMITTAL required for other comparable windows/frames.
Changes Replace all buildings Gutter spec with this.
Gutters Install 7-inch box commercial Style “A” .050 Kynar Aluminum. Rectangular downspouts. Joints: Butt joints with interior and exterior cover plates. Hidden straps of 1-inch X 1/8-inch aluminum shall be installed approximately every 3-feet.
I. Downspouts on north side of building shall be terminated into 6-inch pipe, and pipe shall be buried and extend out thru the wood retaining wall to be constructed under this contract, See Landscaping/Grounds paragraph.
New verbiage for Fire alarm in Ranger Station, Garage, and Curatorial Bldg.
Fire Alarm Remove all components of the existing obsolete fire alarm system installed in Playalinda District Ranger Station and replace it with an addressable fire alarm control unit and compatible components. The components include fire alarm control unit, horn/strobes, strobes, smoke detectors, pull stations and digital alarm communicator. All components and installation shall meet the requirements of the 2019 NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. The fire alarm design shall be created by a NICET III Fire Alarm certified individual or Fire Protection Engineer. The installation of the fire alarm system shall be performed by a NICET II Fire Alarm certified individual. The Park has existing contracts with ADS Security. They are the Parks contractor of choice for installation.
The system will not address to KSC.
Acceptance testing will be conducted by the Regional AHJ.
Submittal required for design approval to include manufacturer/model of all system components. Include designer and installer qualifications/credentials. National Park Service Southeast Region Fire coordinator is the AHJ for this project.
New verbiage for Ranger Station, Garage and Curatorial bldg roof sections.
Roof
I. Remove existing shingles, ROOF VENTS, drip edge, guttering and downspouts. Install ice and water shield at hip and common ridges and eaves. Install minimum 30 lb. Fiberglass reinforced felt paper over entire roof. New metal drip edge to be installed. Install Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® architectural shingles, color TBD. Installer must be an approved manufacturers installer.
II.
a. After removal of existing gutters, inspect all fascia for rot or deterioration.
b. Base bid shall include 40 lineal feet (LF) of 1 X 8 in kind fascia replacement.
i. Provide a LF unit cost for additional replacement if required.
I. Submittal required for any product/system other than Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® architectural shingles.
II. Submittal required for color selection.
I. Submittal required of installers qualifications. (Manufacturers approved installer)
III. Existing lightning protection system is to be reutilized. Ensure penetrations for the rods are sealed and watertight. Ensure lightning rods are reattached and have connectivity to ground wire.
IV. Existing rectangular roof vents and replace with solar powered foof fan.
a. Basis of design: Attic Breeze® GEN 3 AB-3523A-BLK Self-Flashing Attached Solar Attic Fan 35W Black.
b. Submittal required for other manufacturers products of equal properties.
POL and PumpHouse Remove existing turbine roof vents and replace with turbine roof vents.
Curatorial Bldg
ADD
Windows
I. Remove existing glass block window.
II. Install New impact resistant Low E insulated windows.
III. Design based on Simonton PerfeXion Impact Series widows. White vinyl, fin/flange frames, Hurricane impact, Insulated, Argon gas, Prosolar Shade Low-E coating, screens.
IV. SUBMITTAL required for other comparable windows/frames.
A. Playalinda Ranger Garage
ADD
Remove existing lean-to shed on west end of Garage in its entirety, including concrete slab.
Add Retaing Wall Drawings for Ranger Station Landscaping/Grounds section image1.emf image2.emf
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