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Joshua Cortez, Contracting Officer

See Block 14 Continuation.

Federal Bureau of Prisons Field Acquisition Office U.S. Armed Forces Reserve Complex 346 Marine Forces Drive Grand Prairie, TX 75051

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SF-30 Block 14 Description of Amendment

This amendment incorporates the following changes to the solicitation:

1. Answers to Bidders' Questions: Questions received from prospective bidders and the corresponding Government answers are attached and incorporated into the solicitation documents for reference.

2. Specification Addendum: A formal addendum to the technical specifications is included to codify the changes described in the Bidders' Questions and Answers document.

3. Wage Determination: WD PA20250059 Modification 8, dated 12/12/2025, is hereby incorporated.

4. Bid Submission Deadline Extended: The deadline for receipt of bids is extended from December 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. PST to December 29, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. PST.

NO OTHER CHANGES ARE MADE AT THIS TIME.

FCI MCKEAN

PROJECT 25Z2AD5

PERIMETER FENCE REPLACMENT

ADDENDUM TO SPECIFICATIONS

The following changes are made to the specifications:

Page 7; Section 01 10 00 - 2 Paragraph 1.3 B - 1. Demolition material addendum

1.3 B - 1 Obsolete fence fabric, fence framing members, razor wire and post can be stored on site at a location directed by the BOP representative and approved by the Institution until contractor can remove from site. Existing concrete foundation materials can be extracted from the obsolete posts and crushed and used as clean fill onsite or disposed of at proper recycling or disposal sites. All materials, nuts, bolts, and connectors, shall be removed from the site by the contractor and disposed of properly. Demolition storage areas will be cleaned of all debris and materials when disposal is completed.

Page 90; Section 08 71 63.20 - 2 Paragraph 2.1.6 ADD specification as follows:

2.1.6. Mechanical Dead Lock Gate Lock FGM-86-6 Six tumbler model, keyed both sides. Specification section 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1.4 Gate hardware shall be installed at the Vehicle Sallyport pedestrian gates leading to the outside, and inside of the secure perimeter fence. Gates into the "No-Mans" land and all other pedestrian gates being replaced under this contract shall be the Mechanical Dead Lock Gate Lock FGM-86-6 Six tumbler model, keyed both sides as specified in paragraph 2.1.6 (herein added)

Page 43; Section 01 40 00 - 2 Paragraph 1.2 Quality Assurance Portion J (Mockups)

DELETE Specification section 01 400 00 Quality Assurance Portion J (Mockups) paragraph J in its entirety

Page 46; Section 01 40 00 - 5 Paragraph 1.8 (Quality Control) 1.8 A - A 1 & A2

DELETE Specification section 01 40 00 paragraph 1.8 QUALITY CONTROL, A.

in its entirety and REPLACE with the following :

Contractor's Responsibilities: Where quality control services are indicated as required by the owner or the contractor, the contractor shall be responsible for engaging a qualified testing agency to perform these services.

APPROVED

NERO FACILITIES ADMINISTRATOR

Page 198; Section 32 31 13.53 - 6 Paragraph 2.5 (Gates) 2. C Add Specification Reference

Add specification reference 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1 .6 Mechanical Dead Lock Gate Lock FGM-86-6 Six tumbler model, keyed both sides.

Specification section 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1.4 Gate hardware shall be installed at the Vehicle Sallyport pedestrian gates leading to the outside, and inside of the secure perimeter fence. Gates into the "No-Mans" land and all other pedestrian gates being replaced under this contract shall be the Mechanical Dead Lock Gate Lock FGM-86-6 Six tumbler model, keyed both sides specified in paragraph 2.1.6 (herein added)

Drawing sheets SF501, SF502 and SF603

Delete note of 2024.05.22 50% Review Set on SF501 SF502 and SF603

Drawing sheets SF502

Drawing 5 SF502 Change the 2 inch clear dimension shown between the existing roofing and the bottom of the steel framing to read 5 inches.

FCI MCKEAN – PERIMETER FENCE REPLACEMENT

PROJECT 25Z2AD5 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

SOLICITATION 15BFA025B00000032

SUBMITTED BY FDS:

1. Can you please clarify the specific Senstar detection system that the FBOP will be providing? There are discrepancies between the drawings and the specifications about equipment that needs to be provided to make a complete system.

Clarification: The SENSTAR system is the only perimeter security product to be used on this project. The Senstar installer is responsible for the final product used as discussed directly with the institution. Fiber patrol system and installation hardware / Software specified by Senstar have been purchased through Senstar and is onsite at FCI McKean.

2. Can you please provide a zone map so that we can provide the zone signage as specified?

Clarification: The new perimeter fence zones are to match the existing perimeter fence zones, or as modified by the institution. Zone map can be provided to awarded contractor there are 20 zones total.

3. Can you please clarify which is correct? Plan sheet SF010 states that fence posts can be cut off 6” below grade, but the Summary of Work 01 10 00 1.4.B.2 states that the fence post foundations are to be crushed and used as fill.

Clarification: The Existing fence posts can be cut off or pulled and cleaned as indicated at the contractors option. Contractor can remove and dispose of concrete without crushing at their discretion.

4. What is the existing perimeter detection system? Does the facility have spare parts for the system?

Clarification: The existing system is a SENSTAR Flexzone system. Institution has some spare parts if needed.

5. Can you verify if the sally port needs to always stay operational during construction?

Clarification: Sally port must stay operational with no gaps while work is not ongoing on sallyport structure. Institution deliveries and use of the gate can be scheduled to allow uninterrupted work.

6. How many escorts will be allocated to this project?

Clarification: Minimum of 3 per day, with 4-6 being standard most days.

7. Will a location be provided for an office trailer? Is power available?

Clarification: There is no contractual requirement for an onsite job trailer. However, should the contractor opt to provide one it will be designated outside the perimeter fence.

Power is available on-site and specific requirements will be coordinated with institution.

8. Can you tell us the location of the laydown yard for materials?

Clarification: Salvaged materials are to be stored outside perimeter fence behind housing units, new material staging is located at softball field near wellness center parking lot

9. Does the facility have as-builts for existing utilities that can be shared with the awarded contractor?

Clarification: Any applicable drawings will be shared with awarded contractor, note drawings for institution are original and will only be used as general guidance

SUBMITTED BY PENNS CONTRACTING:

10. Will the contractor be required to have a temporary office at the project site at a location specified by the owner?

Clarification: Job site trailer is optional at contractors’ discretion as specified in section 01 50 00

11. There was mention made in the pre-bid meeting to accommodate 15 minutes for entry and exit procedures.

Is this accurate?

Clarification: Entrance procedures can range from 15-60 minutes depending on personnel, tools, equipment, and/or institution operations. Accurate tool inventories and organization are paramount to timely entrance processing.

12. Does this background check include fingerprinting and badging?

Clarification: Yes, reference contract page 41 sections 3-4.

13. Will at any time during the project, the contractor be required to resubmit NCIC packets for already approved and working employees?

Clarification: Required every 12 months.

14. Will credit checks be subject to approval for contractor submitted employees to be able to work on-site?

Clarification: Yes, reference contract page 41 section 3-4.

15. Will the contractor be required to attend and go through training by the FBOP regarding security protocol before working on-site? If so, how long should the contractor accommodate for this?

Clarification: Yes, 4-hour training conducted initially and again after 12 months

16. Will certain subcontractors and vendors that are visiting the site for a short period of time (1-2 weeks) be required to submit the long background form?

Clarification: Yes

17. What will be the entry and exit procedure/entries for the contractor on a daily basis? There was discussion of a temporary sally port entrance that would be used and built by contractor?

Clarification: Personnel entering through the front entrance are screened through a metal detector. There will be tool and equipment inventories, these inventories are updated daily and will be checked in and out. Personnel, equipment and vehicles entering through the rear gate will follow the same screening procedures. All vehicles will be thoroughly searched.

18. How many Fog, Rain, or inclement weather days are included in the contract?

Clarification: See Amendment 00001, Meeting Minutes, Section 4. Security, “Adverse Weather”

19. Being the extensive time frame for this project and variables that slow the project down, can the contractor produce an order on all material for the project and receive payment? If so, will product be required to be stored on-site at an owner specified location? Will there be a location large enough to store all material for this project? (This remits any price increases during the duration of the project)

Clarification: No, payment for materials stored offsite or onsite but not yet incorporated into the work is not authorized under the contract’s payment structure. See FAR 52.232-5 “Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts”, incorporated by reference on page 16 of the solicitation document, specifically paragraph (b) “Progress payments”. See also FAO-0011 “Schedule of Values” located on page 10 of the solicitation document.

20. Is there any material from the project that is being demoed that the Owner is wanting to keep/store? Any special recycling requirements?

Clarification: Refer to Specification section 01 10 00 paragraph 1.3B.

21. Has all existing underline utilities and pipe routes been discovered?

Clarification: No

22. If the contractor encounters underground utilities, and it interferes with the work to be performed, will the contractor be responsible for the relocation and startup of utilities?

Clarification: No. Unforeseen conditions involving utilities are subject to the provisions of Specification section 01 26 00

23. Please confirm the Black Round Circles on sheet SF101 are “NEW” bollards to be installed. There is not a reference in the legend to these symbols.

Clarification: The “black circles” on sheet SF101 reference existing bolloards. For new bollard locations, refer to sheets SF103 through SF105.

24. Are mockups required as detailed in Section 014000 Quality Assurance Portion J?

Change: DELETE Specification section 01 400 00 paragraph J in its entirety.

25. Will the rock being removed from the dead mans land required to be sifted and cleaned before relocation?

Clarification: No.

26. Will dumpsters be allowed to remain within the facility at the discretion of the owner of location with a locked top grate?

Clarification: Yes, dumpsters with the ability to be closed and locked will be allowed to remain within the facility at the discretion of security staff.

27. If dumpsters are allowed to remain within the facility, once ready to remove, will the dumpster have to remain for a 24 hour period before removal?

Clarification: Dumpsters will need to be tagged by security staff with a seal for a minimum of 18 hours before removal.

28. What are the existing manufacture/systems for the fence detection system?

Clarification: The existing system is SENSTAR Flexzone system. The work of this system is by the designated manufacturer / installer.

29. What is the existing access control manufacture/system in use currently?

Clarification: The existing sliding vehicle gates and man gates located in the rear gate are controlled by an Allen Bradley, Compact Logic L32E.

30. Will the previous manufacture/system associated with access control allow the awardable contractor to make integrations into the system and still uphold any warranty in place?

31. Will existing cabling for Control Access be acceptable to stay in conduit locations that are not damaged or removed? Or will the contractor be responsible for removing all associated cable for the access control at gates from the gate to the operator?

Clarification: Reference SF602, Sheet notes.

32. Will any locked toolbox be allowed to be within the facility on an overnight basis locked and inventoried by the owner?

Clarification: No, all tools will be inventoried in and inventoried out daily.

33. Are there any special motorized equipment that are not allowed within the facility compound?

Clarification: No, within reason.

34. Please confirm that the contractor is responsible for selecting and paying for the testing agency to perform concrete testing.

Change DELETE Specification section 01 40 00 paragraph 1.8 QUALITY CONTROL, A. in its entirety and REPLACE with the following:

A. Contractor’s Responsibilities: Where quality control services are indicated as required by the owner or the contractor, the contractor shall be responsible for engaging a qualified testing agency to perform these services.

35. Please confirm that a testing agency for field quality control test will be required for the Structural Steel

Framing per section 051200 Section 3.4. If so, will the contractor be required to pay for these services.

Clarification: Yes, field quality control under specification section 05 12 00 and shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

36. Please confirm that the test for the Grounding Bonding System shall be performed by a professional engineer per section 260526 Section 3.3.

Clarification: Yes, grounding testing is required as specified.

37. Please confirm the contractor is responsible for engaging and payment of soils testing laboratory for density testing.

Clarification: Yes, as specified in section 01 400 00 paragraph 1.8A as modified by amendment.

38. There will be many locations and applications that the new interior fence being installed will lap over the existing interior fence prior to its demolition. In order to successfully install the interior fence, we will have to install through the existing interior fence. What will be the acceptable factor to a daily completion to safely terminate the fences together to adhere to any safety procedures?

Clarification: As discussed at the pre-bid site visit, the existing interior fence will need to be partially demolished to allow the new fence to pass through. These fences shall be temporarily closed in a manner acceptable to the institution for the length of time required.

39. Being the involvement of a third-party architecture firm, whom will be the deciding inspecting party, provide punch list/inspections, approve payments and other contractual items?

Clarification: The FBOP Contracting officer is the authority having jurisdiction and shall designate tasks as appropriate to others including the architect.

40. The sallyport is a item of concern given the amount of deliveries the facility receives and the amount of work that is to be performed in that area. Will the owner be open to installing a wider gate than the 14’ specified? A 22’ gate would allow to split the work into 2 phases while allowing deliveries to come through.

There still would be a small delay during some of the construction phases, although this would remit the delays significantly.

41. Would the owner be willing to install a temporary entrance at a different location to accept deliveries while work is being performed at the sally port.

42. There was reference made to a trench drain being installed in the sally port area, is that accurate?

Clarification: There is no trench drain shown in the contract documents, none is currently required within the contract

43. If a wider gate is not acceptable to the owner as a sallyport solution for work being commenced, what is the Owner’s recommendation or plan due to the work being performed at the sally gate entrance? Will the contractor only have a certain amount of time the sally port entrance can be closed for deliveries?

Clarification: See sequencing in specification sheet, short delays can be coordinated with institution but sallyport must be functional when work is not ongoing on sallyport.

44. Will water be accessible around the project site for the contractor or should the contractor assume to have temporary water available?

Clarification: Water is available at various locations.

45. Per section 281643 1.4 Quality Assurance, it details that the Division 28 Contractor shall secure the services of a Detection System Field Advisor and Control System Field Advisor. Is this in reference to the personnel the contractor has for the installation or is the contractor required to source manufacture representees for these positions as notated?

Clarification: The Field advisor should be a SENSTAR product authorized manufacturer representative

46. Section 323213 Gates 2.5 states a price for Alternate Bid locking mechanism. How will the contractor provide this pricing?

Change: 32 31 13.53 Gates 2.5 didn’t have reference for a request for alternate bid locking mechanism for FCI McKean. Refer to amendment addition 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1.6 Specification section 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1.4 Gate hardware shall be installed at the Vehicle Sallyport pedestrian gates leading to the outside, and inside of the secure perimeter fence. Gates into the “No- Mans” land and all other pedestrian gates being replaced under this contract shall be the Mechanical Dead Lock Gate Lock FGM-86-6 Six tumbler model, keyed both sides specified in paragraph 2.1.6 (herein added)

47. Per section 329200 3.7 Maintenance, the contractor is responsible for the maintenance of seeded work.

Please confirm the owner will not adhere to the maintenance instructions. In previous projects with the FBOP, the owner handled the continued maintenance such a cutting the grass and miscellaneous duties due to the unique nature of the facility.

Clarification: The maintenance of graded and seeded areas for approximately 30 days is required. If the FBOP chooses to waive this requirement during the course of the work, a contract modification shall be utilized.

48. Is the contractor required to provide the wed-based project software, Newforma, as detailed in 1.6 Digital Project Management Procedure in 013100?

Clarification: Yes – as specified

49. Is the contractor required to engage in a Land Surveyor as detailed in 017300 3.3 Construction Layout?

Clarification: Yes – as specified

50. There is a conduit mounted to the interior of the interior fence. Is the conduit being repurposed? What does this conduit serve?

Clarification: This conduit is obsolete and is to be removed with the interior fence.

51. Are there any cameras mounted to the existing fence or will be encounter during the construction phase? If so, will the contractor be responsible for the removal and installation of these cameras?

Clarification: No cameras are mounted on fence, but new camera post location noted in specs and drawing.

Post should have pathway for camera cabling per specifications and drawings. Facility staff will install camera and cabling.

52. How many escorts will the contractor be given and how many contractors can be within the supervision of each escort? Will the contractor be able to work at different locations with separate crews?

Clarification: A minimum of 3 and most days will be 4-6. All contractors must remain with institution staff and are able to work in different locations as long as escorts are available.

53. Will an aerial concrete pump truck be acceptable to set up outside the perimeter fence and pump concrete at applicable locations over the fence? Yes

54. Will a concrete line pump equipment be allowed to be routed through the perimeter fence at certain locations?

Clarification: An ariel concrete pump truck is the preferred method however exceptions can be made in certain locations if conditions make it necessary. The ground surface shall be returned to the pre-construction conditions and the fence secured as required.

55. There was mention during the walkthrough of a broken fiber optic conduit at the rear sally port, we are not seeing this located on the drawings. Can this be clarified?

Clarification: The actual location of the break is unknown. The drawings indicate the routing of new conduit to abandon the existing.

SUBMITTED BY PROMAX FENCE SYSTEMS:

56.There are few locations where the new fence will intersect with existing fences. What would be the schedule to sequence the events so that we can ensure security?

Clarification: As discussed at the pre-bid site visit, the existing interior fence will need to be partially demolished to allow the new fence to pass through. These fences shall be temporarily closed in a manner acceptable to the institution for the length of time required.

57. Is the fence being replaced on top of the check point building?

Clarification: Yes, if you are referring to the Main entrance Administration building. Refer to drawing

2/SF104

58. Sheet SF010 General Note 5. says “Remove Existing Line post and cut at grade. Grind existing post and sleeve, where applicable, to 6” below grade” and Sheet SF104 General Note 5. says “Removal of Existing fencing includes concrete footing.” Please confirm which Note to follow for Demo Existing fence posts.

Clarification: The Existing fence posts can be cut off or pulled and cleaned as indicated at the contractor’s option

59.Existing Crash Gate to be removed and salvaged on site OR off site?

Clarification: The relocation is shown in the contract document and is the responsibility of the contractor.

Scheduling and storage location is the responsibility of the contractor. The gates can be stored on site.

60.How would the Sallyport Fence and Gate be handled? Existing Fence Line and New Fence Line are very nearby. What would be the schedule for temporary fence so that we can ensure security?

Clarification: Refer to general notes on drawings SF104.

61.Are we reusing any Razor Ribbon / Razor wire OR all Razor Ribbon should be new on fence and gates?

Clarification: No Razor wire is being re-used. Existing material shall be removed and stored on site as indicated in specification section 01 10 00.

62.Please confirm, all chain link fence fabric to be 2” 9ga Aluminized. There was mention of welded wire fabric for Sallyport Vehicular gate but NO more detail or specs for welded wire fabric.

Clarification: Refer to Specification section 32 31 13.53 paragraph 2.1A

63.Please confirm where the storage containers for materials would be kept?

Clarification: In a location as directed by the institution outside the perimeter fence

64.Please define daily security measures needed for construction crews to enter and exit facility.

Clarification: Personnel entering through the front entrance are screened through a metal detector. There will be tool and equipment inventories, these inventories are updated daily and will be checked in and out. Personnel, equipment and vehicles entering through the rear gate will follow the same screening procedures. All vehicles will be thoroughly searched.

65.Are Soil Testing reports available?

66.Are Geotechnical reports available?

67.There are two locations where the drains are relatively close to the fence. Will the drain lines be replaced?

Clarification: In a limited area, Yes. Unforeseen conditions involving underground utilities are subject to the provisions of Specification section 01 26 00

68.Please confirm GPRS for private utility location is the responsibility of the contractor.

Clarification: Private underground utility location is the responsibility of the contractor as part of field engineering

SUBMITTED BY MCW-TMG1:

69. Regarding the bollards, there is a discrepancy between the drawings and specs. The drawings show a domed concrete cap, while the spec calls for a threaded malleable cap. Which direction would you like the proposal to go?

Clarification: McKean - SF502 Detail 4/ Spec Page 88 Domed Concrete top

70.SF 501-502,603 are all labeled 50% Review set. All other drawings are labeled Bid set. Are these drawings going to be revised after project award? DELETE the Drawing Note “50% Review Set

Change: DELETE the note on sheets SF501, SF 502 and SF603 reading “2024.05.22 50% REVIEW SET”.

71. Was the site drilled to determine depth of rock? If yes Please provide Geotech report for depth of rock on the site. If no please advise on how you would like us to handle rock drilling and removal in this bid.

Clarification: There is no geo-technical information available. All earth work is un-classified. Refer to specification section 31 20 00.

72. SF 601The perimeter fence grounding detail shows no connections to main building grounding system.

SF603 detail 6 mentions at least one connection of this nature. Does the fence grounding system need to connect to the main building ground system? If yes please provide diagram of the occurrences of these connections.

Clarification: The grounding / bonding needs to occur in just one instance, at or near the Administration building where the fence goes over the roof. Refer to Specification section 28 0526, paragraph 1.3.5

73. SF602 shows new duct bank to re feed sallyport. It appears to cross several roads and parking lots. Please provide details for the existing paving/ finishes in these areas and what the put back requirement will be. Sf 603 shows the duct bank but does not give any existing paving info.

Clarification: No existing paving information is available. The Paved areas shall be repaired / replaced with materials and conditions matching the pre-construction conditions.

74. The specifications indicate the perimeter detection system is supplied by the government and installed by the contractor. Please provide complete scope of work for perimeter detection system with proposed routing devices boxes, splice locations and head end equipment. Include any shop drawings.

Clarification: SENSTAR is the sole source provider of this system. All work associated with the perimeter detection system shall be the responsibility of the SENSTAR installation sub-contractor to the selected contractor’s contract.

75. Please provide phasing plan for the in-place sally port construction.

Clarification: Refer to sequencing in specifications and drawings.

76. It appears construction on the Sally Port prohibits it from being open and functional at the same time. Would a temporary manual Sally Port be acceptable? If so, please provide details.

Clarification: There is no plan for a change to the contract documents as shown, scheduling and phasing of the work at the sallyport is to be coordinated with the institution.

77. Please provide the thickness and width of existing sidewalk concrete around perimeter.

Clarification: The thickness is approximately 4 inches; the width is approximately 48 inches.

78.There is conflicting information about the removal of existing fence post. Is it complete removal or cut off at grade?

Clarification: The Existing fence posts can be cut off or pulled and cleaned as indicated at the contractor’s option.

79. Please verify the quantity of steel structures on detail SF502 detail 7.

Clarification: Refer to Large Scale Plan 2/SF104

80. Please advise if the existing 2” conduit on the interior fence should be disposed of or turned over to the BOP.

Clarification: To be disposed of with interior fencing.

81. Please advise which version of the Specifications and Drawings should be used for the bid.

Clarification: See the solicitation page on SAM.gov. Drawings and Specifications dated August 2025 are the only sets that are attached.

82. Please provide the photos that were taken during the site visit.

Clarification: See Amendment 00001.

83. Security Sequence of Events:

Please provide the required sequence of events for performing work near or within the secure perimeter, including entry/exit procedures, escort requirements, and tool/material control protocols.

Clarification: No tools or equipment are to be left unattended; tools are to be on person or in a secure toolbox. Contractors must be escorted by institution staff. Personnel will enter and exit through the rear gate or front entrance and be screened through metal detector. Tools and equipment will be inventoried.

These inventories are updated daily and will be checked in and out. All vehicles will be thoroughly searched upon entrance and exit.

84. Fence Removal Limitations:

What is the maximum length or number of fence panels that may be removed at one time?

Clarification: Refer to sequencing, new fence should be completed before any panels are removed.

85. Fence Down Duration / Security Requirements:

How long can a section of fence remain open or removed? If fencing cannot be reinstalled on the same day, what type of temporary security measures (e.g., guards, temporary fencing, barriers) will be required?

Clarification: The perimeter fence must be secured at the end of each work day by a physical means acceptable to the institution. No “open” gaps are acceptable for any amount of time when work is not ongoing. Coordination with the institution is required for additional security or manpower by the institution.

Sequencing should mitigate these circumstances.

86. Badging and Access Requirements:

Please provide the badging process and access requirements for construction crews and subcontractors, including any background check, security orientation, training prerequisites or other compliance requirements necessary to obtain and maintain access credentials.

Clarification: Refer to contract page 41 section 3-4

87. Temporary Sallyport Plan:

Will a temporary sallyport be required for material and equipment access through the secure perimeter?

If yes, please confirm design approval process, submittal requirements, and any special inspection or monitoring procedures during use.

Clarification: No. Temporary sallyport is planned within this project

88. Laydown / Staging Area:

Will a designated laydown or staging area be provided outside the secure perimeter for material storage, equipment, and deliveries? If so, please confirm location and any restrictions.

Clarification: Softball Field near wellness center parking lot

89. Fence Post Foundations

Plans call to remove post and approximately 6” below grade, would it be acceptable to pull post and footer and reuse existing hole when applicable.

Clarification: The Existing fence posts can be cut off or pulled and cleaned as indicated at the contractors option.

90. Designate area to stage existing fence fabric when removed.

Clari�ication: Field outside perimeter fence behind housing unit

91. Con�irm quantity for razor wire pre-purchased for project and if any quantity for razor wire should be included in our bid.

Clari�ication: The FBOP shall provide all necessary Razor wire

92. Who is responsible for providing the Folger Adams locking devices on new gates?

Clari�ication: Contractor.

Change: ADD Speci�ication section 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1.6 as follows:

6. Mechanical Dead Lock Gate Lock FGM-86-6 Six tumbler model, keyed both sides.

Speci�ication section 08 71 63.20 Paragraph 2.1.4 Gate hardware shall be installed at the Vehicle Sallyport pedestrian gates leading to the outside, and inside of the secure perimeter fence. Gates into the “No-Mans” land and all other pedestrian gates being replaced under this contract shall be the Mechanical Dead lock as speci�ied in paragraph 2.1.6 (herein added)

93. Please provide any information on soil classi�ication.

Clari�ication: There is no geo-technical information available. All earth work is un-classi�ied. Refer to speci�ication section 31 20 00.

SUBMITTED BY MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION:

94.Job Site Trailer Requirement; Reference: Spec 01 50 00 §1.4 A (6); Description / Request for Clari�ication:

Please con�irm whether a job-site trailer is required or optional at the contractor’s discretion.

Clari�ication: Job site trailer is optional at contractors’ discretion as speci�ied in section 01 50 00

95.Government-Furnished or Installed Items; Reference: Spec 01 10 00 §2.1 B (1–2); Description / Request for

Clari�ication: Con�irm whether any materials, systems, or equipment are government-furnished or installed under this contract (e.g., razor ribbon, SenStar PDS).

Clari�ication: Barbed tape (Razor wire) and the SENSTAR Perimeter detection system shall be furnished by the FBOP. The Razor wire and the perimeter detection system shall be installed by the contractor. Refer to speci�ication sections 32 31 13.60 and 28 16 43.10.

96.Traf�ic Control Requirements; Reference: Spec 31 23 17 §1.4 B; Description / Request for Clari�ication:

Con�irm if traf�ic control is required inside or near the prison access road and whether PennDOT Publication 213 applies.

Clari�ication: The perimeter roadway around the exterior of the perimeter fence is private to the prison.

Traf�ic control consists of daily control of prison only traf�ic in or near the ongoing construction area. No Penndot controls are necessary.

97.Gate Operator – Vehicle Sally Port; Reference: Drawings SF501 / Spec 08 71 63.20; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Clarify whether the Vehicle Sally Port gate operator is new or existing to remain.

Clari�ication: The Vehicle sliding gate operator as speci�ied in speci�ication section 08 71 63.20 is new.

98.Crash Gate Salvage, Storage, and Reinstallation Requirements; Reference: SF502 Detail 3 / Demolition Notes;

Description / Request for Clari�ication: The drawings note “EXISTING CRASH GATE TO BE REMOVED, SALVAGED, AND REINSTALLED.” Please con�irm whether the contractor or the Government is responsible for removal, custody, and reinstallation; where and how it is to be stored during construction; and how long it must be retained before reinstallation.

Clari�ication: The relocation is shown in the contract document and is the responsibility of the contractor.

Scheduling and storage location is the responsibility of the contractor. The gates can be stored on site.

99.Perimeter Detection System and Electronic Scope Responsibility; Reference: Spec 01 10 00 §2.1 B / Spec 28

16 43.10; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm that all perimeter detection and security system components (e.g., SenStar cables, sensors, control units, and related wiring) are Government-furnished, and clarify whether contractor responsibilities are limited to installation of physical infrastructure (fence, conduit, grounding, junction boxes).

Clari�ication: Yes, all perimeter security components are FBOP furnished, and installed by SENSTAR through the Contractor.

100.Microwave Sensor Integration; Reference: Spec 28 16 43.10 / SF Drawings; Description / Request for

Clari�ication: Provide details on microwave sensors – con�irm if they are part of the SenStar system and how they are integrated into controls.

Clari�ication: The microwaves are integrated into the SENSTAR system by the SENSTAR installer.

101.Facility Occupancy During Construction; Reference: Spec 01 10 00 §1.5; Description / Request for

Clari�ication: Con�irm whether the institution will remain fully occupied during construction and de�ine escort/access requirements.

Clari�ication: Prison will operate as normal, contractors are required to work around institution schedule.

102.Phasing & Security Turnover Requirements; Reference: SF010, SF101 / Spec 01 10 00 §1.3 A (5);

Description / Request for Clari�ication: Documents specify sequence: (1) Interior Fence, (2) Control Fence,

(3) Exterior Fence. Con�irm if additional security inspections, written sign-offs, or turnover steps are required between phases and if Government release is mandatory before advancing

Clari�ication: As each installation phase is complete, the facility will complete an inspection prior to moving on to removal of the corresponding fence. Authorization is required and will be given by the institution to proceed to the next phase. Refer to drawing SF104, General Notes.

103.Superintendent / SSHO / QC Staf�ing; Reference: Spec 01 31 00 / FAR 52.236-13; Description / Request for

Clari�ication: Clarify whether these three positions must be separate individuals or may be combined if quali�ications meet BOP requirements.

Clari�ication: FAR Clauses 52.236-13 and 52.236-14 outline responsibilities but do not detail how those roles are to be divided. The contractor must adhere to quality requirements outlined in Section 01 40 00.

104.Temporary Heating / Cooling; Reference: Spec 01 50 00; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm if any temporary environmental control (heat/cool) is required for enclosed or occupied areas.

Clari�ication: There are no interior areas requiring temporary heating or cooling in this scope of work.

105.Period of Performance Adjustment; Reference: SF1442 / General Conditions; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm whether the performance period may be extended post-award to accommodate veri�ied material/equipment lead times.

Clari�ication: No. Material/equipment lead times have already been considered and incorporated into the Period of Performance.

106.Soil Boring / Subsurface Data; Reference: Spec 01 10 00 §1.7; Description / Request for Clari�ication:

Con�irm if geotechnical or soil boring reports are available; otherwise con�irm assumption of normal soil with no rock/obstruction.

Clari�ication: There is no geo-technical information available. All earth work is un-classi�ied. Refer to speci�ication section 31 20 00

107.Deteriorated Base / Stone Reuse Clari�ication; Reference: SF101 / Spec 01 10 00 §1.3 B (2); Description /

Request for Clari�ication: Clarify whether the obsolete stone �ill reused for vehicle path base is temporary only, and con�irm who directs �inal disposition once new #100 crushed white rock is placed.

Clari�ication: The existing stone used as an interior roadway is for permanent facility use. Final locations for use and stockpiling of excess stone is at the direction of the institution. Stockpiling of stone shall be outside the secure perimeter.

108.Asbestos / Lead Paint Documentation; Reference: Spec 02 41 00; Description / Request for Clari�ication:

Con�irm whether any asbestos-containing or lead-based materials exist within work limits and provide testing results if applicable.

Clari�ication: All work of this contract is exterior. No Asbestos or lead containing material is known to exist on the campus.

109.Perimeter Detection System Integration; Reference: Spec 28 16 43.10; Description / Request for

Clari�ication: Con�irm interface of new SenStar zones with existing head-end equipment and whether testing/reprogramming is by Government vendor or contractor.

Clari�ication: All work associated with the perimeter detection system shall be the responsibility of the SENSTAR installation sub-contractor to the selected contractor’s contract. SenStar is a sole source vendor for this project.

110.Site Visit Attendee List; Reference: Instructions to Bidders p.3; Description / Request for Clari�ication:

Please provide a copy of the site-visit sign-in sheet for coordination purposes.

Clari�ication: See Amendment 00001.

111.Fence Over Building – Structural Attachment, Welding, and Roof Coordination; Reference: SF010–SF502 /

Spec 05 50 00; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Drawings SF101 and SF502 show a new fence structure spanning over the existing Pedestrian Sallyport building. Please con�irm the following: 1) Whether the new fence framing attaches through or over the existing roof assembly. 2) If �lashing or roof patching is required at attachment points and whether any existing roof warranty coordination applies. 3) Whether welded connections between HSS and pipe framing members are acceptable per Spec 05 50 00, or if all connections must be mechanically fastened. 4) If additional structural reinforcement or an A/E slip-sheet detail will be issued to depict roof anchorage and waterproo�ing requirements.

Clari�ication: The new above-roof perimeter fence does not engage the roof structure or roo�ing. The above roof fence must be placed 5 inches above the existing roof surface. Refer to Speci�ication section 32 31

13.53 and drawing 6/SF502.

Change: Drawing 5/SF502: CHANGE the 2 inch clear dimension shown between the existing roo�ing and the bottom of the steel framing to read 5 inches..

112.Existing Conditions Photos / Records; Reference: N/A; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Please provide any available existing-condition photos or reports showing fence alignment, utilities, and restoration extents.

Clari�ication: See Amendment 00001.

113.Tax Exemption Status; Reference: Spec 01 10 00 §1.9; Description / Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm that the project is federal tax-exempt and that no state or local sales/use tax applies.

Clari�ication: The successful contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes. See Section 2- Commodity of Services Schedule located on page 4 of the solicitation document.

114.Bollard Size Discrepancy – 8″ vs 6″ Dia.; Reference: Elevation 10 / SF501 & Detail A / SF104; Description /

Request for Clari�ication: Elevation calls for 8″ Ø bollards; detail shows 6″ Ø Sch 40. Con�irm whether gate bollards are 8″ and building bollards 6″, or if all are 6″ per detail.

Clari�ication: Gate Bollards are 8” diameter – Building bollards are 6” diameter

115.Differing Site Conditions – Unforeseen Obstructions; Reference: FAR 52.236-2 (Apr 1984); Description /

Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm that any unforeseen underground obstructions, buried utilities, concrete foundations, or unexpected rock encountered during fence-post excavation or grading will be addressed under the Differing Site Conditions clause rather than at contractor risk.

Clari�ication: NO – Excavation (ROCK) is unclassi�ied excavation. Refer to speci�ication section 31 20 00

116.Site Investigation Limitations – Access Restrictions; Reference: FAR 52.236-3 (Apr 1984); Description / Request for Clari�ication: Given restricted access to the secure perimeter during the pre-bid site visit, con�irm that such limitations on bidder access will not waive entitlement under FAR 52.236-3, and that subsurface or concealed conditions not observable during the visit will be treated as differing site conditions if encountered after award.

Clari�ication: NO – Excavation (ROCK) is unclassi�ied excavation. Refer to speci�ication section 31 20 00

117.Permits and Jurisdiction; Reference: FAR 52.236-7 (Nov 1991); Description / Request for Clari�ication:

Con�irm whether any state or local permits (e.g., Pennsylvania DEP, erosion/sedimentation, grading, stormwater) are required for this project, or if all permitting responsibilities fall under federal jurisdiction per FAR 52.236-7 – Permits and Responsibilities.

Clari�ication: As per FAR 52.236-7, the contractor is responsible for all permitting.

118.Protection of Existing Utilities and Security Equipment; Reference: FAR 52.236-9 (Apr 1984); Description /

Request for Clari�ication: Given that existing security systems, utilities, and lighting must remain operational throughout construction, con�irm how shutdowns or temporary disconnections are to be coordinated with the institution, and whether any incidental damage or required repairs will be handled under FAR 52.236-9 rather than as contractor liability.

Clari�ication: See Speci�ication section 01 31 00, 1.7 “Project Meetings”. These items should be coordinated through the preconstruction conference and monthly progress meetings.

Clari�ication: Any incidental damage or required repairs resulting from the Contractor's operations will be handled as contractor liability and shall be repaired promptly at no cost to the Government, in accordance with the requirements of FAR 52.236-9 "Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements", which is incorporated into the contract.

119.Operations and Storage Areas – Secure Laydown Zones; Reference: FAR 52.236-10 (Apr 1984); Description

/ Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm whether designated laydown, staging, and storage areas will be provided inside or outside the secure perimeter, and whether storage of salvaged materials (e.g., crash gates, fence panels) must be within a fenced/guarded area per BOP security policy and FAR 52.236-10.

Clari�ication: Shall be stored outside perimeter fence on institution property new materials located on softball �ield near wellness center parking lot and salvage and debris in �ield behind housing units outside the perimeter.

120.Speci�ications and Drawings – Con�lict Resolution; Reference: FAR 52.236-21 Alt II (Feb 1997); Description

/ Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm that in the event of a con�lict between drawings and speci�ications, the written Government response (RFI or Amendment) will govern per FAR 52.236-21 Alt II.

Clari�ication: FAR 52.236-21 Alt II is incorporated by reference on page 17 of the solicitation document.

121.Changes – Government-Directed Modi�ications; Reference: FAR 52.243-4 (Jun 2007); Description / Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm that any �ield modi�ications or additional work directed by the Government to accommodate existing site conditions or coordination with existing security, telecom, or power systems will be treated as contract changes under FAR 52.243-4.

Clari�ication: FAR 52.243-4 is incorporated by reference on page 17 of the solicitation document.

122.Utility Services – Temporary Power and Lighting; Reference: FAR 52.236-14 (Apr 1984); Description /

Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm whether the Government will provide access to existing power for temporary lighting, tools, or security testing, or if the contractor must furnish separate metered services per FAR 52.236-14 – Availability and Use of Utility Services.

Clari�ication: See Speci�ications section 01 10 00, 1.8 “Miscellaneous and General Provisions”.

123.Suspension of Work – Security-Driven Delays; Reference: FAR 52.242-14 (Apr 1984); Description /

Request for Clari�ication: Con�irm whether any access restrictions, facility lockdowns, or temporary work suspensions directed by the institution for security reasons will be treated as suspension events under FAR 52.242-14, with entitlement to time extension or equitable adjustment, rather than routine coordination delays.

Clari�ication: See FAO-0006 “Contractor Use of Premises” incorporated on page 7 of the solicitation document. The Government assumes no responsibility to the Contractor, nor to any of his subcontractors, for shorter hours due to institutional emergencies or entry and/or exit of workers necessitated by normal institution routines. Potential delays and disruptions were considered when establishing the period of performance for this contract.

124.FBOP-Furnished Delivery and Storage Coordination; Reference: Spec…