B09_Sol_140P5426R0004_Attach__0005-QA_0002.pdf

ATTACHMENT 0005 – QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (Q&A)

Solicitation No.: 140P5426R0004 Project Title: Rehab Daniel Beard Center Interiors Date: 04/10/2026

Instructions: Offerors shall submit questions in writing. Responses will be provided by the Government. The COR shall respond in the space below each question.

SECTION C – DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS

Q1. Provide specification for Division 4 – Masonry required for wall infills.

A1 (COR Response):

GENERAL

The Contract for Construction shall include all masonry and stonework required to complete the Work indicated and described in the Construction Documents. Provide all facilities, labor, materials, equipment, and services required. The General Contractor shall provide for the coordination of the work of this division with the work of any and all other divisions as required.

CODES & STANDARDS

Masonry and stonework shall conform to all applicable local, state and national codes and standards, as well as those established by the Brick Institute of America, Concrete Masonry Association, and the Building Stone Institute as described in their current publications.

CONCRETE MASONRY:

Where required in conjunction with the foundation work, concrete masonry units shall meet the requirements of ASTM C90, grade N-1 (moisture cured), lightweight, hollow, with minimum compressive strength of 1500 psi. Masonry mortar shall meet the requirements of ASTM C270, type M. Installation of Concrete Masonry Units shall be per the published specifications and recommendations of the National Concrete Masonry Association, and the product manufacturer(s), as applicable to the work described and the conditions encountered. Provide horizontal joint reinforcement at 16 inches on center vertically, typically. Exposed end units shall be solid block.

SECTION F – DELIVERIES / PERFORMANCE

Q14. Provide Confirm whether the period of performance may be extended afterward based on material and equipment lead times.

A14 (COR Response):

Yes.

Q15. Provide the anticipated start date for on-site work.

A15 (COR Response):

June 1, 2026.

SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

Q16. Confirm whether one individual may serve as Superintendent, Safety Manager, and QC Manager.

A16 (COR Response):

One individual may serve as both Superintendent and Safety Manager. QC Manager shall be another individual.

Q17. Confirm whether the building and/or work areas will be occupied during construction.

A17 (COR Response):

Yes. Buildings will be occupied.

Q18. Confirm whether this project requires phasing.

A18 (COR Response):

No. This project will not require phasing. However, all work shall be scheduled to minimize disruption to ongoing operations of NPS staff.

SECTION H – SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

Q19. Confirm whether hazardous materials are anticipated. If so, provide the hazardous materials report.

A19 (COR Response):

No hazardous materials are anticipated.

Q20. Confirm whether this project is tax-exempt.

A20 (COR Response):

No.

SECTION J – ATTACHMENTS (DRAWINGS / PLANS / DETAILS)

Q21. Sheet G 002 references Restroom/Shower Signage without plan details. Confirm contractors are to furnish and install only two signs (Men’s and Women’s Restroom entrances).

A21 (COR Response):

Contractor to install Men’s and Women’s Restroom Signage and also signage at the two Family Restrooms.

Q22. Provide bidding quantities for linear feet of existing water lines requiring demolition, as plans indicate lines are not shown.

A22 (COR Response):

The Construction Documents do not represent that all existing utilities are shown or that those shown are correctly located. It is the Contractor's responsibility to take all and whatever steps are necessary to accurately locate and protect all existing utilities. No construction shall be accomplished until the accurate locations of utilities have been made and it has been determined by the Contractor that construction can be accomplished in accordance with these plans without utility conflicts. Note that opportunity was provided at the pre-bid walkthrough to physically inspect the service entrances of all utilities, and that those shown in the plans are approximate. Bidders shall exercise their own judgment and the scaled plans to perform their takeoffs of utility line work costs.

Q23. Provide quantities and sizes of interior and exterior penetrations requiring sealing to prevent rodent migration (ref. 8/E 102).

A23 (COR Response):

All penetrations for venting or other shall be through existing penetrations unless otherwise noted. New utilities and fixtures shall reconnect to existing penetrations. The one exception will be for the new dryer that will require a separate exhaust on the roof.

Q24. Provide details and specifications for the 72" barn door at the Conference/Secure Storage Room, or confirm this item is NIC.

A24 (COR Response):

Contractors shall provide submittal for standard commercial 72” barn door as part of all material submittals for review and approval by NPS.

Q25. Clarify wall type usage. For example, confirm Tag #3 on A101 corresponds to Wall Type W3 on A501.

A25 (COR Response):

Yes. Tag #3 on A101 corresponds to Wall Type W3 on A501 etc.

Q26. Only one window at the Conference Room is noted as new, but several windows on A103 are tagged “A.” Clarify the intent of this tag on windows not shown as new.

A26 (COR Response):

There is only one window tag A on sheet A103. There is only one new window being added to this project.

Q27. If windows require shades and are not tagged as “A” windows, provide details or elevations for these windows.

A27 (COR Response):

There is not any requirement for shades.

Q28. Two existing Breakroom doors are shown to be removed and salvaged, but only one salvaged door is shown to be reused. Confirm whether the second salvaged door should be demolished, and all other doors are new.

A28 (COR Response):

The second door is to be salvaged. All other doors are new.

Q29. A 104 references a new screen enclosure with a roof but provides no details.

Provide specifications and elevation details, or confirm NIC.

A29 (COR Response):

New screen enclosures are to replace existing enclosures in-kind. Contractor shall document existing conditions and provide shop drawings to the contracting officer for review and approval. The enclosure at the rear of the building was destroyed by a hurricane. The slab is still intact. Contractor shall reconstruct an enclosure at the same location in a similar style to the enclosure on the west side of the building.

Q30. Sheet I 203 shows multiple cabinet tags (e.g., W3033) with no reference. Please clarify.

A30 (COR Response):

Cabinet tags (e.g. W3033) on Sheet I203 and other correspond to standard cabinet notations. W3033 is a Wall Cabinet 30Wx33H. DB33 is Drawer Base Cabinet 33W. Etc.

Q31. Confirm whether Laundry and Breakroom appliances shown on Sheet P 101 are contractor-furnished, contractor-installed.

A31 (COR Response):

Yes, all appliances shown in Laundry and Breakroom are contractor furnished and installed.

SECTION L – INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Q32. Provide the site visit attendee sign-in sheet.

A32 (COR Response):

Site visit attendee sign-in sheet is not public information.

SECTION M – EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

Q33. Can past performance of key subcontractors be used to satisfy the requirements of Section II: Past Performance?

A33 (COR Response):

The bidding contractor shall provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate past performance as a prime general contractor on similar or projects exceeding the scope of the work.