B09_Amend_02_-_Q_As_Asbestos_Lead_Abatement_0002.pdf

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

140P9725Q0049 - Asbestos & Lead Abatement

Q1. Is the intent to remove all paint from the wood structures, or only the lead-based paint identified in the survey?

A1. All paint in the structure tested positive for lead and must be removed. If there is any latex paint in the building, and not encapsulating lead-based paint, it does not need to be removed. But this is not believed to be the case.

Q2. May the contractor prep and paint surfaces that do not contain lead-based paint, as part of restoration?

A2. Vendor is not to paint or prep any surfaces. NPS Preservation Crew Labor will complete all restoration of the cabin after lead paint and asbestos materials have been removed.

Q3. Are chemical paint removers acceptable for lead-based paint removal, or must removal be manual only?

A3. Chemical strippers are the preferred abatement method of lead based paint. Any paint that cannot be removed with this method can be removed with light manual techniques that maintain the integrity of the historic fabric.

Q4. In cases where manual removal may damage historic wood components (e.g., ceiling or staircase railings), would full component replacement be acceptable?

A4. NPS Preservation Crew will assist with determination of whether any historic fabric has deteriorated to a point it cannot be restored and will be responsible for component replacements. Contract is for removal of hazardous materials with the result of a workplace that does not pose serious health and safety concerns for employees.

Q5. Can the contractor remove the metal banding on the logs to access and remove material beneath it, or is removal limited up to the banding only?

A5. Unfortunately, the metal banding cannot be removed. It was installed during the stabilization of the cabin prior to its relocation and prevents the lower courses of logs from falling off as the cabin is only set on large cribbing holding off the ground and does not have a full foundation of any kind. Where possible banding can be pushed over/moved to access paint it is covering.

This is the same case for the posts and beams that are in the structure. Government recognizes that this prevent complete removal of lead-based paint from the building where banding and posts/beams installed to stabilize the cabin prevent being able to access it.

Requirement is to remove all paint and asbestos flooring the greatest extent possible.

Q6. Will housing and/or transportation be provided for personnel working in Skagway during the project?

A6. No.

Q7. Is it mandatory to have a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) on-site for all lead-related activities, or can a CIH remotely review air, TCLP, and dust wipe samples?

A7. CIH is not required to be onsite and can review samples remotely.

Q8. For closeout documentation, is it required to have a CIH review daily air reports, or can that requirement be waived?

A8. Records of daily reports must be maintained and accessible to the COR/Park POC to review and ensure levels are below thresholds that would stop work. CIH reviews can be completed remotely

Q9. Given the porous nature of wood, would damaging the surface to remove leached-in lead (in order to pass clearance wipe sampling) be considered acceptable?

A9. Logs that are intended to be restored and used during the rehabilitation must not be damaged or altered to an extent that would negatively impact their integrity or historic character. There are logs identified for complete or partial replacement. More aggressive techniques could be used on these logs but written approval by NPS along with a log map identifying these areas must be obtained first.

Q9. The SOW states clearance wipes are required "where applicable" — does this mean that if the 30 µg/m³ action level is not exceeded outside containment, then clearance wipes are not required?

A9. That is correct, if sampling results outside of containment are below the 30 µg/m³ threshold then clearance wipes are not required outside of containment.

Q10. Not seeing the Hazardous Materials Survey Report mentioned in the RFQ.

A9. A complete HMSR was not completed other than of the lead paint, and asbestos flooring sampling conducted. Analysis of these tests are included in the attachments of the solicitation.

Q11. Could you confirm which parts of the building are designated for demolition? We understand that the lead walls and ceiling require attention, but further clarification on these areas would be helpful.

A11. The roof structure and drywalled framing on the second floor will be removed but these areas were not identified as having any lead paint on them. There are logs that are identified as needing complete replacement but are included in the contract scope of work for abatement to minimize health/safety concerns as well as environmental impacts/contamination when this work is conducted by the NPS Preservation Crew.

Q12. For the lead walls and ceiling, do you require complete paint stripping, or are there specific sections that need to be stripped? Given that this may only be relevant for areas undergoing demolition, a clearer outline would help us determine the extent of work involved.

A12. All exposed areas on the inside of the building and exterior of window jambs/sashes for windows that are currently installed that are painted are to be stripped as the NPS intends to rehabilitate the cabin to its late 1800’s period of significance. Reference answer in question #5 for areas the NPS acknowledges complete removal of lead paint my not be feasible.

Q13. Are there any other areas of the building where paint stripping is required outside of the demolition zones? It would be helpful to know which parts of the building will need full stripping.

A13. All exposed areas on the inside of the building and exterior of window jambs/sashes for windows that are currently installed that are painted are to be stripped as the NPS intends to rehabilitate the cabin to its late 1800’s period of significance. Reference answer in question #5 for areas the NPS acknowledges complete removal of lead paint may not be feasible.

Q14. Is the road from Skagway passable year round.

a. If not, what are the best passage times

b. If yes, can it handle an F250 pickup truck with trailer

A14. Road is open year round barring any rock debris that may fall on the road which are cleared the day of and can handle an F250 with trailer.

Q15. What sort of barge was used to ferry the cabin to its current location?

A15. No barge was used during the relocation. It was jacked up, set on a trailer and moved approx. 500 ft to its current location.

Q16. Do you have an approved dump site for the hazmat generated at this location?

a. If yes, what is the location

b. Do they accept both lead and asbestos?

A16. Clean Harbors is the contractor the City of Juneau uses for disposal of hazardous waste that originates from outside of the municipality. Disposal is not available in Skagway.

Patrick Hass, Hass.patrick@cleanharbors.com is the contact I was provided from the waste operations manager from the City of Juneau. Southeast Abatement was another company that Admiralty Environmental in Juneau suggested reaching out to.

Q17. Site Visit: Is there a scheduled date and time for the site visit? If not, will one be arranged, and how should we coordinate participation?

A17. Site Visit can be arranged for Thursday, Aug. 5th at 2pm Alaska Time. Contact Cory Thole at cory_thole@nps.gov if you are interested in attending. Transportation to and from the site will be provided.

Q18. Budget/Magnitude: Can you provide the estimated budget or contract magnitude range for this project?

mailto:Hass.patrick@cleanharbors.com mailto:cory_thole@nps.gov

A18. This requirement is being solicited as a service, not construction. Therefore, no cost-magnitude value range is offered. See Scope of Work documents and other Attachments in the solicitation for scope-magnitude. Independent Government Estimate cannot be provided.

Q19. Subcontracting: Are there any restrictions or reporting requirements if we intend to subcontract portions of the work (e.g., abatement labor or disposal)?

A19. Being this contract is for Small Business Set Aside only, not further to any sub-category. Sub-contractors must also meet this Small business.

Q20. Additional Documents: Are there any drawings, photos, or specifications beyond the current attachments (e.g., architectural layouts, disposal site requirements, or project schedules)?

A20. A full set of Historic Architectural Building Survey Drawings attached with an additional note regarding windows not included in contract scope on Page 10 of the drawing set. Please note that the weather station identified on sheet two does not exist and will not impede on the staging/containment area.

Annotation for the 2nd photo on Page 9 of the B08_Attachment_1_- _Building_Photos_and_Drawings.pdf attachment in the solicitation is incomplete. The 2nd sentence should read “Entire carpeted area has ACM flooring underneath.”

Reference attachment B08_Attachment_3_-_Scope_of_Work.pdf for disposal requirements.

Period of Performance is listed as Aug. 16th – Sept. 30th but as soon as contract is awarded work can begin as soon as vendor is ready.