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Questions & Answers

Solicitation 140P6425B0001

Amendment #1

West Beach Picnic Shelter Replacement

Indiana Dunes National Park

Question #1 - Please clarify whether the fencing work needs to be done on entire site or the shelter which contractor will demo and install.

Temporary fencing will be installed on entire site.

Question #2 - Kindly specify the exact location and boundaries for the staging area and whether it needs to be enclosed.

Does not require enclosure. Staging area boundary is shown in Appendix A C02, can be adjusted per COR approval.

Question #3 - Should the concrete joints be finished using hand joint or by saw cutting? Please confirm the required method.

Saw cutting.

Question #4 - Requesting you to provide emergency contact numbers for quick coordination during site activities.

911 for emergencies. Local NPS point of contact will be provided upon award.

Question #5 - Are there any specific procedures or actions required to connect to the water line for use during the project?

No, standard connection located at restroom.

Question #6 - Has [contractor] approved phased construction and demonstration of the project, and is the project expected to be completed in three phases as suggested by [contractor]?

On-site work needs to begin no earlier than (the day after) Labor Day 2025 and needs to be completed no later than (the day before) Memorial Day Weekend 2026.

Question #7 - During the construction, demolition, and removal of the shelter, will the remaining areas of the park remain operational, or will they be closed? Additionally, are we required to fence off only the work area?

Remaining areas of Park will remain operational. Temporary fencing will be installed on entire site

Question #8 - Please provide additional template options or specifications for approved concrete manufacturers.

All options/specs are included in contract docs. Specific concrete manufacturers are not provided.

Question #9 - On the subject of "or equal" submittals (reference Div 01 - General Requirements Spec 01 10 00 - 1.2.B.12), please detail submittal timing and approval process for alternate furnishings and clarify if alternates need pre-bid approval.

Submittals shall be provided post award. Contracting officer will provide cover sheet. List of required submittals is included in tech specification.

Question #10 - On the subject of NTP and Lead Time (reference Div 01 - General Requirements Specs 01 10 00 - 1.2.D), please confirm anticipated NTP issuance date/provide estimated NTP for procurement planning.

We anticipate the NTP being issued in July-August, however on-site work needs to begin no earlier than (the day after) Labor Day 2025 and be completed no later than (the day before) Memorial Day Weekend 2026.

Question #11 - On the subject of Site Visit (reference Div 01 - General Requirements IFB Instructions), please provide the site visit sign-in sheet/include scanned or typed log.

Please send requests for site visit sign-in sheet to jordan_ellis@nps.gov.

Question #12 - On the subject of Start Date (reference Div 01 - General Requirements Specs 01 10 00 - 1.2.D), when is the anticipated start date for on-site construction? Please confirm mobilization window.

On-site work needs to begin no earlier than (the day after) Labor Day 2025 and be completed no later than (the day before) Memorial Day Weekend 2026.

Question #13 - On the subject of Inspections (reference Div 01 - General Requirements Specs 01 10 00 - 3.3), are any third-party inspections required (e.g. structural, special)? Please list required inspections and responsible party.

Final inspection to be performed by Park personnel – COR.

Question #14 - On the subject of Permits (reference Div 01 - General Requirements Specs 01 10 00

- Item 3.3), what permits, if any, must the contractor secure? Please clarify agency requirements and responsibility.

Permits not required as part of this project.

Question #15 - On the subject of Key Roles (reference Div 01 - General Requirements), do the Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager need to be separate individuals? Please clarify staffing requirement per EM-385 or internal policy.

Key roles may be same for this project. Contractor must adhere to applicable state and local regulations.

Question #16 - On the subject of Tax Status (reference Div 01 - General Requirements), is the project tax exempt? Please provide exemption certificate or status.

A tax exempt letter can be provided to the awarded contractor after contract award upon request.

mailto:jordan_ellis@nps.gov

Question #17 - On the subject of Utility Locations (reference Div 02 - Existing Conditions Specs 01 10 00 - 2.2), please confirm availability of utility as-builts or need for exploratory digs. Please provide utility maps or survey data.

Please refer to Appendix A.

Question #18 - On the subject of Soil Conditions (reference Div 02 - Existing Conditions Specs 01 10 00 - 1.2.B), are soil boring logs available? If not, it will be assumed excavation is free of rock.

Please confirm subsurface conditions or provide borings.

No soil boring logs available. No guarantee that excavation will be free of rock or obstruction.

Question #19 - On the subject of Hazardous Materials (reference Div 02 - Existing Conditions), please confirm presence of asbestos or lead; provide report if applicable. Please clarify presence and remediation requirements.

No known hazardous materials are present.

Question #20 - On the subject of Foundation Design (reference Div 03 - Concrete Specs 01 10 00 - 1.2.B.7), please confirm foundation specs apply uniformly. Please provide geotech report or confirm assumptions.

All available reports are included in contract docs.

Question #21 - On the subject of Grading and Elevations (reference Div 31 - Earthwork Drawings C- Series), please confirm regrading needs near foundations or walkways and provide grading plan or limits of alteration.

Regrade disturbed areas to pre-construction condition.

Question #22 - On the subject of Limits of Disturbance (reference Div 31 - Earthwork Specs 01 10 00 - 1.2.B.4), please clarify disturbance boundaries and restoration needs and provide limits of disturbance drawings.

Refer to Appendix A C02 – C05.

Question #23 - On the subject of Construction Access (reference Div 32 - Exterior Improvements Drawings C02-C05), please clarify public trail access during construction and confirm pedestrian detour expectations.

Prefer to appendix A C02 – C05. Trail outside of construction perimeter fencing shall remain accessible to visitors.

Question #24 - On the subject of Staging Area Use (reference Div 32 - Exterior Improvements Specs 01 10 00 - 1.2.B.5), please clarify limits and use of staging/laydown areas and provide approved staging plan.

Appendix A C02 – Staging area location may be adjusted as necessary per COR approval.

Question #25 - On the subject of Power Availability (reference Div 33 - Utilities Solicitation Section C), please confirm power source and load capacity for tools/identify temporary power access and limits.

120v outlet located at restroom. Contractor responsible for providing generator if necessary.

Question #26 - [Contractor] requests more detailed drawings of the proposed roofing structure to gain a clearer understanding of the design and scope of work. Providing comprehensive structural layouts, material specifications, and connection details will help ensure proper evaluation and alignment with project requirements. Kindly share the updated drawings for further review and approval. Kindly provide detailed specifications of the steel to be used in the project, including size and dimensions of each structural component (e.g. beams, columns, pipes, angles), thickness/gauge of sheets or sections where applicable, strength parameters, including yield strength, tensile strength, and load-bearing capacity, and coating or treatment details if any (e.g.

galvanized, painted, anti-rust). These details are necessary for structural validation, compliance, and procurement planning.

All available drawings have been included as part of contract docs. Contractor will be required to contact manufacturer of pre-fab Poligon (or equal) for specs.