Atch_1_Questions_Answers_0003.pdf

Wind Cave National Park – Elevator System Rehabilitation 140P6323B0013 Questions and Answers

Question 1.

Can the owner provide more detailed information on the condition/weigh load capacity for the hoisting beams located in the “penthouse” top floor above the access hatches that will be used to haul material and equipment in and out of the top story?

Government Response: Each of the two hoist beams are designed for 4,000 LB capacity.

Question 2.

Per the specifications “there are no known ACM in the project work areas”.

• Is the contractor to include pre-alt testing prior to any demolition of existing materials?

• Does the owner have any test results or record of materials in the building that could contain ACM or lead based paint?

Government Response: No abatement is anticipated. The only know ACM is in the caulk at windows.

Question 3.

Please provide any records of radon testing from the building/shafts.

Government Response: See Amendment 0003 Attachment 3 radon report.

Question 4.

Is the contractor to include radon testing prior to work beginning?

Government Response: Not a requirement of this contract. See Question #3 for attached Radon Report.

Question 5.

Elevator Machine Room Windows:

Do the windows need to be fire rated to meet current codes?

Government Response: No

Question 6.

Hall Fixtures:

• Can the park provide an idea/drawing of how they think this should look? The way it appears in the specifications we are concerned the landings will look busy with that many options. Can we consolidate these features for a clean look?

Government Response: See detail 7, sheet A2 in drawings.

Question 7.

Penthouse/Machine Room

• Would the park consider allowing the contractor to remove/salvage the existing window so we can crane the machines, equipment, and materials in versus trying to hoist them through the 2 levels of false floors? Our concern is moving the larger concrete false panels due to size, and likely weight, also temporary storage location for those panels to avoid workspace congestion. The contractor would then reinstall the original back to its original state after completion.

Government Response: Government will allow this if the window is replaced as originally installed, without damage to the building or window and the building is fully enclosed at the end of each day.

If the contractor chooses to remove the windows, the contractor assumes all liability to the windows and building.

Question 8.

Specifications pg. 102 26.51.00 2.1.B and Drawing E0.

Substitutions (for cost reduction after bid) and Prior Approval Requests (prior to bid):

Drawings E0

Government Response: The language RE: Substitutions (for cost reduction after bid) and Prior Approval Requests (prior to bid) will be removed from specifications. No prior approval request will be responded to.

Please note: Offerors must meet the salient characteristics of the specifications/drawings and submit offers/bids with products that are equal or equivalent. Manufactures product data submittals for equals or equivalent(s) will be reviewed and approved following contract award during the submittal process.

Question 9.

If structural steel cannot fit through the floor access door, can a window be removed to bring in the steel?

Government Response: See response to question 7.

Question 10.

Will the existing structural steel in the machine room need to be painted?

Government Response: Yes, see painting specification and color schedule specification. Refer to Division 9 Finishes Section 09 06 90 Color Schedule in specifications and reference Attachment 3 Addendum specifications.

Question 11.

Cab Interior:

• If a vendor is able to find a similar cab interior to SnapCab, would the Government accept this. Vendors are available to create this same look.

Government Response: SnapCab is specified and is the basis of design – other manufacturers that can provide the same salient characteristics listed in the specifications are acceptable and will be reviewed during the submittal process. See specifications Section 14 21 00 paragraph 2.7 Elevator Car Enclosures.

Question 12.

Can the Government suggest a supplier or provide more detailed information on the dial indicators are for in specification (14 21 00-17 2.6.C)?

Government Response: Potential US suppliers: CJ Anderson, Innovation Industries, PTL Equipment.

Please note there may be others and will be reviewed/approved during the submittal process.

Question 13.

What code year is to be adhered to for the modernization? Current ASME ed. Is 2019.

Government Response: See Section 14 21 00-1.4 Quality Assurance 1.4.(B) Elevator code specifications.

Question 14.

Confirm if elevators are to be taken out of service at the same time or consecutively? Leave one operational?

Government Response: That is the prerogative of the contractor – the Park does not expect to be able to use either elevator for the duration of the project. Please refer to Attachment 3 Addendum Specifications that requires advance notice of plans to take current elevator systems offline.

Question 15.

Will bathroom facilities be available to our technicians, or shall we provide bathrooms?

Government Response: See 3.3.D.4 (Waste Operations) in specification section 01 10 00.

Question 16.

Do you require the contractor to have an on-site office trailer? Can the contractor use a room in the existing building for an office?

Government Response: As long as you comply with the requirements stated in specification section 01 10 00, this is the prerogative of the contractor.

Question 17.

Please indicate where the existing ATS switch is in relation to the elevator hoist way shaft? How far do the signal wires travel from the ATS Switch to the machine room?

Government Response: See Drawing C1 Site Plan for generator location and see Amendment 0003 Attachment 5 for ATS Location approximately 110 yards from elevator building.

Question 18.

Where will the Internet cabling to the machine room for 2019 code come from? Please provide distance and run from the location to the hoist way shaft?

Government Response: They come from the east wall of the electrical room, which is directly south of the elevator shaft. See note on detail 4, sheet E2 in drawings.

Question 19.

Please provide a copy of the latest lead paint and asbestos report as referenced on page 16 Section 1.2.

Government Response: Please see the Amendment 0003 Attachment 4 asbestos report.

Question 20.

Please provide more detail on safety barricades and dustproof barriers as required per page 17 Section 1.7.

Government Response: This refers to specification section 02 41 00, Building Demolition. Follow the instructions listed as a minimum and take any other measures necessary in order to provide safe, OSHA-compliant, and clean working conditions at all project work areas.

Question 21.

Confirm the replacements of car shells and interior.

Government Response: Confirmed.

Question 22.

Is two-way video communication required? If it is required can a specification be provided?

Government Response: See Section 14 21 00 2.6(A) (6 a-i) (Two-Way Communication System) in specifications.

Question 23.

Are all fixtures required to be NEMA 4x?

Government Response: Yes.

Question 24.

Will it be acceptable to mount the car P1 in the car operating panel in lieu of above the entrance?

Government Response: The position indicator shall remain above the entrance for increased visibility.

Question 25.

Will it be acceptable to provide a new steel cab with stainless steel interior? If this is acceptable, please provide specifications of stainless 304 or 316?

Government Response: Conform to the requirements of the specifications.

Question 26.

Please confirm that the existing hoist way sills are being retained and cab sills are to be replaced.

Government Response: Retain all sills.

Question 27.

Please confirm only Non-Proprietary controllers are acceptable for this project.

Government Response: Non-proprietary controllers in accordance with specification 14 21 00 section 2.2 Elevator Machinery and Control Equipment Item C. Controllers.

Question 28.

There were no mentioning of anchoring of the rails in the specifications. If there are specifications for anchoring the rails could these be provided.

Government Response: Rails are to remain.

Question 29.

Please provide who is the current incumbent fire alarm company?

Government Response:

Black Hills Security & Systems (office for service calls) 2650 Jackson Blvd Rapid City, Sd. 57702 605-388-0925

WH International Response Center (monitoring) 6800 Electric Dr.

Rockford, MN. 55373 800-858-7811

Question 30.

Please confirm project can take place during normal business hours.

Government Response: Refer to Solicitation Atch 1. Specifications. 01 10 00-2 3.2 On site work hours.

Question 31.

Please provide who is the existing company that performs work for card readers/access controls?

Government Response: Convergint Technology, Rapid City SD has recently been on site to provide repairs to card readers/access control systems.

Question 32.

Is this project tax exempt? Please confirm sales tax.

Government Response: The project is not tax exempt. The bid should include all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties. The contractor is responsible for determining tax liabilities when working in the State of South Dakota.

Question 33.

Do you require a full-time supervisor to be on site and if so, can that supervisor be a working Foreman?

Government Response: Please refer to solicitation clause 52.236-6 Superintendence by the Contractor. Yes, the superintendent can perform both duties.

Question 34.

Please confirm that all products shall meet the Buy American Act.

Government Response: Applicable. Please refer to solicitation provision 52.225-10 Notice of Buy American Requirement Construction Materials and solicitation clause 52.225-9 Buy American- Construction Materials.

Question 35.

Please confirm the project schedule is 330 days from the Notice to Proceed. Please confirm the Notice to Proceed date is the date all materials arrive onsite and actual work on site begins.

Government Response: Please refer to Solicitation Attachment 3 Addendum Specifications. The Notice to Proceed will be issued with a period of performance that is all inclusive of supply lead times, material deliveries, decommissioning, installation, and final commissioning and acceptance of completed work. The contractor will be expected to provide a project schedule with adequate critical path details to ensure all work is completed within the 330 calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

Question 36.

Please confirm if we are to meet the following contract goals in solicitation provision 52-222-23 Notice of Requirement for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Employment Opportunity for Construction.

Government Response: The goals have been communicated and vendors should strive to meet these goals.

Question 38.

Please confirm offeror due date.

Government Response: Please refer to Sam.gov. The bid opening date will be changed with issuance of this amendment.

Question 39.

Please provide elevator mechanic rate to be used on project. No rate provided on wage scale provided.

Government Response: Please refer to Sam.gov-Amendment 0002 posted on September 7, 2023, including Service Wage Determination 2006-0035 replacing Service Wage Determination 2015-5367.

Based on contractor interest at the site visit where multiple vendors attended and submitted detailed questions, the Government does not anticipate another amendment will be issued.