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# Questions Answers #1 Will the government please provide Attachment 4, Submittal Register, in Microsoft Excel? This info will be supplied in xls format.

Section J references Attachment 1, Specifications. Confirming the following attachments are the Specifications associated to Attachment 1/there is no other file?

a. ICJ - INCINERADOR OIJ- ESTRUCTURAL REV 2.0x

b. ICJ - INCINERADOR OIJ-ARCHITECTURAL REV 2.0x

c. ICJ - INCINERADOR OIJ-ELECTRICO REV 2.0x

d. ICJ - INCINERADOR OIJ-MECANICO REV 2.0x

#3 Section J references Attachment 5, Firm and Project Information. Please provide the attachment. Attachment 5 is confirm included in the Amendment #1 package.

#4 L.13 and SOW 7.0 state a FFP award is anticipated. B.3 states the contract is hybrid (FFP + Cost Reimbursable).

Please clarify. SOW Section 7.0 is updated to correct the contract type.

#5 Factor 1, Technical Project Experience: May we submit technical project experience performed by our tier-one subcontractor in response to this solicitation?

Yes, tier-one subcontractor's past performance can be used along with the prime contractor's past performance.

#6 Factor 1/Limits on Subcontracting: Will the government confirm that it intends for the prime contractor (rather than its tier-one subcontractor) to self-perform at least 30% of the total value of the project?

In accordnace with the 22 U.S. Code $4852 and the solicitation provision L.17, This project is subject to subcontracting limits of no more than 50% of the total value of the contract

#7

SOW 2.1.k states that the offeror is to submit its QCP with the proposal. In Factor 1 of Section L there is a reference to “Quality”, but with no further page count limitations or details. Please confirm Factor 1 is where the offeror is to address its QCP in accordance with the requirements listed in the SOW and how many pages are allocated for response.

Confirm. It is 6 pages according to the Provision L.17.

#8 Does the designated 168 days include the three weeks for installing the incinerator? Yes this time is included.

#9 Will the earth removal need to be dumped off site or is there a location to place unused dirt? Contractor must dispose the unused dirt off site.

#10 Please indicate and confirm concrete resistance for each structure; there is no specification in the SOW or drawings. Confirm the concrete should be rated at 2500lbs/sq ft. Please see Section 8.2.14 Concrete Strength

#11 Please indicate pedestal heights for PD2, PD3, PD4, PD5, PD6 and PD7 (Drawing S1.1). Details on S1.50 drawing #12 Please confirm if/how PD7, a pier, is necessary, which is included in Drawing S1.1 If is not on drawings is not needed.

#13 Please describe the purpose of the column shown as C5 on Drawing S1.1. If is not on drawings is not needed.

#14 Please elaborate on suspended floor detail. Ceiling in A1.5 is shown as a suspended ceiling but there is no specification on the height of the ceiling or the type of ceiling system to be used. Heigth is indicated in Drawing A1.5 Section SC01

#15 Are the specifications for the walls used for bathroom divisions (i.e., concrete, metal stud w/ drywall, etc.?

(Drawing A1.1) As indicated on S2.1 masonry blocks.

#16 Please confirm that we need to take in consideration ONLY the sub-base and granular base for the paving structure (S1.1). Base course material is considered only for the provisional road.

#17

Please clarify what would be the percentage of Payment and Performance Bonds that the Contractor shall furnish in case of project award. • Standard Form 1442 in section 12a, indicates that contractor must not furnish any required performance and payment bonds. • Also, section H.4 does not have any information related to payment and performance bonds. • However, according to FAR 52.228-15 from Section I7 Insurance, and considering the contract price in this solicitation, the successful offeror shall furnish both payment and performance bonds.

20 Percent

#18 According to table in section F.1, clause #52.211-10, the project duration is 168 Calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. In SF 1442, item 11, the project duration is within 180 calendar days after receiving the award. Please confirm if both statements are correct.

the SF-1442 is correct to 168 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

#19

Under the SOW, the cost of DBA Insurance will be evaluated as part of the total assessed fixed price.

However, in section B.2 of solicitation, this cost has been estimated at USD $15,000.00 and has been indicated as a reimbursable cost. Could you please confirm if we must handle this cost as a fixed price for evaluation purposes and include quotes from carriers or shall all bidders use the given amount of USD 15,000.00 in CLIN 002 DBA Insurance?

The amount of $15,000.00 is a plug figure that the Government inserted based on the original estimating. Additionally, CLIN 002's contract/payment type is Cost Remibursable. Once the contract is awarded and the DBA insurance is purchased, the Government will issue a modification to adjust the amount to match with the DBA insurance costs. All bidders shall use the given amount of $15,000.00 in their proposals.

#20 Section 13.d of SF 1442 was left blank. Could you please confirm the validity period of the offers for Government acceptance after the date offers are due?

120 calendar days.

That is correct and also the Technical Especifications, and the Scope of Work. #2

#21 Past Performance Questionnaire, in the first paragraph, indicates that this contract is to provide construction services in Colombia. We have changed it to read “Costa Rica”. If you disagree, please let us know.

The PPQ is corrected to Costa Rica.

#22 Please clarify the specifications of the T-E2 electrical panel that must be provided for the annex building.

Electric panle is considered for 35KVA.

#23 Please clarify whether the pipes and wiring are to be built from the T-E2 electrical panel to the annex building. If yes, please indicate the route and range.

Pipes and wiring are required from T-S to the inspection chamber near coordinates C-2, as indicated in drawing sheet E1.1. Wires and pipes size, as indicated in the one line Diagram in drawing sheet E1.10D.

#24 The scope of work specifies the installation of TVSS suppressors, however, in the drawing sheet E1.10D (Distribution Table) the description of this equipment appears crossed out. Should they be supplied and installed?

Yes

#25 The supply and installation of the incinerator, fuel pump, water pump, fuel tank and other related equipment are part of the scope of the contract?

Water tank and fuel tank including pumps are not part of the scope for construction contract.

#26 Please clarify if the electrical connection of the equipment mentioned in the previous point should be included within the scope of the contract.

Electrical connection of the incinerator equipment as mentioned is out of the scope of the contract. Electrical installation is included.

#27 Should an electrical disconnector be installed for the equipment mentioned in item 8? (Except the one for the fuel pump, which is indicated) If the answer is yes, specify its characteristics.

Yes. Use the same as item 13/15/16

#28 Should the successful bidder assume the cost corresponding to the electrical engineering study to request the construction permit for the high voltage work?

Yes

#29 Regarding the pipes and fiber optic wiring indicated in sheet E1.6, what is the route to follow? Please indicate the connection point where it is integrated into the existing system.

Yes it is as indicated in the drawings, and consider 30m for the connection point from the FO point.

#30 The fuel tank is at a significant distance from the incineration equipment. Should any electrical or mechanical installation be considered, for example, to control the fuel supply?

No is not needed according to the design.

#31 In the area where the fuel tank will be located, there is no indication of any element incorporated into the fire detection system. Should it be incorporated?

No is not needed according to the design.

#32

For the Network Connection Rack Cabinet, considering the number of equipment indicated, at least one 18U Rack is required. However, in the "general equipment installation diagram", the distribution of a 6U Rack is shown (according to the reference model). What would be the correct cabinet and what equipment would be linked to it?

Use 18U

#33 A reference model F1AS9N-1A12-10S cassette for fiber optics is requested in the drawing sheet E1.6.

According to the official Panduit website this model is out of date. What would be the model to supply?

F1RS9N-1A12-10S

#34 In the distribution chart of the board called TM (sheet E1.10D) PR1a 120 / 208vac 24 C is indicated, which does not agree with the one-line diagram on the same sheet, since the system must be 277/480 vac. Which board should be considered?

PRL2a, 277/480 V, 3 phase, maing lugs 225A, 24C. Main breaker 200 A.

#35 Is the construction of the supporting structure of the diesel and potable water tanks included within the scope of the project?

YES, construction of the supporting structure of the diesel and potable water tanks are included in the scope of the construction project.

#36 The table called "Mechanical Symbols" on sheet M1.2 indicates that the pipe for the potable water supply must be copper. However, M1.3 sheet construction details and accessories show PVC installation. Please clarify.

It must be PVC.

#37 Likewise, the pipe diameters shown in the Mechanical Distribution Plant of the M1.2 sheet do not coincide with the details of the M1.3

It proceeds the diameters in drawwing M1.3

#38 Please indicate the route of the potable water pipe after it rises as shown in the Mechanical Distribution Plan that appears in sheet M1.2; or specify if it is just a mechanical outlet for future installation.

It is just a mechanical outlet for future installation.

#39 Is the constant pressure system shown on sheet M1.2 must be included within the scope of the contract or is it part of the equipment supplied by the incinerator supplier?

It has to be supplied.

#40 Sheet M0.4 shows a model of the biological pit FB-5, while sheet M1.3 shows model FB-10. Clarify which of the two should be considered.

It must be FB-10.

#41

1-Please indicate if the area marked in green is within the scope of the project? Since the drawings indicate that must be carried out the earthworks, installation of the base and subbase. And in the site visit, it was indicated that this area should not be in scope of works.

Just to keep a temporary gravel access road operative during construction is part of the scope of the project. This is indicated in SOW Section 3.2 Project Summary d.Temporally gravel access road: This includes the placement and compaction of the backfill materials to have a temporary gravel access road (in red color). This is a base course material placed and compacted on a distance of 80.0m, for a width 4.0m and 30cm of thickness. Also the Contractor must include an area (in blue color) of 35 x35 m for a 30cm thickness.

#42 Clarify the scope of medium voltage works and connection of the electrical service to the existing pole.

Medium voltage.

As indicated in drawing sheet E1.1, scope will include installation of post near existing one, all piping, wiring, inspection chambers. Also, it will require coordinating with the electricity provider to develop "Estudio de Ingeniería".

This will provide all the details to connect to the grid.

#43 Please clarify if the incinerator equipment (incinerator, water tanks and diesel tank) should not be included in our scope? Or this equipment is GFGI.

The incinerator equipment is not included in the scope of the construction contract.

#44 We need to include the process of construction permits in Costa Rica (local government, CFIA and institution)?

Location permit, CFIA permit and operations permit are not included in the scope of this construction contract.

#45 For the design we need to have a license in the US, or with the design license in Costa Rica more than enough

The CFIA engineers certification is a requeriment for the Contractors profesionals.

#46 The project is indicated as design-build, but there is already a good and detailed design, please indicate us if we can make improvements to that design or if we must do exactly what the drawings indicate?

This requirement is design-bid-build. The contractor shall complete all tasks and subtasks based on the specification and drawings.

#47 Will the government add a 2-page Executive Summary to the technical volume for offerors to introduce their team and provide an overview of the proposal response?

No

#48

SOW 2.1.e, Copy of engineering/construction report written by the candidate a.What format and construction type example is required?

b.What type of construction would the example need to reflect (steel, concrete sump test, soil testing results, or engineer solution recommendation?

c.Is the government looking for sample reports that the key personnel have previously written?

d.Are these reports excluded from page count?

Ra/ format open. We need time by project, project´s area, project´s cost, and client name. Rb/ Civil works as the Incinerator building (concrete and steel frame).

Rc/ Yes. Rd/ These reports will count.

#49

SOW 2.1.f and H.32, Contractor Personnel a.“Identify a Project Manager/Lead Engineer as a POC to coordinate with INL for the submission of candidates. If the individual identified meets the minimum qualifications outlined in the solicitation for both the Project Manager and Lead Engineer positions and is identified as such in the bid response, then INL will consider approving one individual for both positions.

Section H.32 identifies only two key positions for this project – Project Manager (PM) and Site Superintendent.

i.Confirm there are only two key positions – PM and Site Sup ii.Please provide the qualifications for the Lead Engineer iii.If the offeror proposes a Lead Engineer and Site Sup who meet the qualifications of having a PE license, will the government accept a PM without a PE license?

b.“Lead Engineer as POC to coordinate with INL for the submission of candidates.”

i.Please clarify “for the submission of candidates” for what?

ii.Is the Lead Engineer assisting in background checks or access to site?

iii.How many candidates need to be submitted?

Ra./ There will be only two (2) key personnnel (Project Manager, Lead Engineer and Site Superintendent), for the offeror to include in their propossal.

Ri./ There will be only two (2) key personnnel (Project Manager, Lead Engineer and Site Superintendent) Rii./ Please provide the qualifications for the Lead Engineer, 7 years of experience in construction of similar civil works of 5000 m2 or bigger.

Riii./ CFIA license is a requeriment.

Rb./Yes Ri./ In order to approve.

Rii./ No.

Riii./ Just one

#50 SOW 3.2 – During the site visit, it was noted that there was a previous structure on the site. Will there be demolition and disposal of the previous structure’s footers and foundation be the responsibility of the Contractor or INL?

There are a few elements from previous construction that need to be removed durnign the preparation work. No structure to be demolished.

#51

SOW 3.2.dd Contractor must provide a Maintenance Plan for all the construction items above indicated. Is this a building in support of the Incinerator building that requires a design and build or a “Plan”? If a plan than what are the parameters of the plan and will the incinerator provider provide the contractor with their plan and materials package to be incorporated with the final product?

The maintenance plan must be preventive and corrective for the construcion items indicated in the section 3.2 Project Summary.

#52 Clarify SOW 9.1.C, under the ASTM International requirements, will Moisture Content Test, Specific Gravity Test, Dry Density Test, Atterberg Limits Test and/or Proctor’s Compaction Test be concluded during the post-award site visit?

No, this refers to the final visit is in order to verify the quality of work and that the work was performed in compliance with the design drawings as approved by

INL

#53 Clarify SOW 9.1.C; are these results part of the final NTP deliverable list or are they a separate submission?

SOW Section 9.1 C refers to the standards that apply for the construction of the building.

#54 SOW 9.5, Maintenance Plan/Checklist – what obstacle course is required in the scope? Please provide Attachment C that is referenced.

Maintenance plan is required for all the deliverables of the Incinerator Building.

#55

SOW 9.6 States “Contractor shall draft in English and Spanish a maintenance checklist including actions, frequency, and required tools/materials toto effectively maintain the obstacle course following Completion. Attached C is a sample. Final documents must be in Spanish and English. There is no obstacle course in this construct.

a.Is there a maintenance checklist required for this build, if so, will the provider of the incinerator be providing the checklist for that supplied equipment and is there an additional requirement for the contractor to provide a maintenance plan and materials for the facility?

b.If so, what duration of time will that package meet?

R/ This is the corrected paragraph ...SOW 9.6 States “Contractor shall draft in English and Spanish a maintenance checklist including actions, frequency, and required tools/materials toto effectively maintain the Incinerator Buildong following Completion. Final documents must be in Spanish and English.

Ra/ There is no attachment C, the format is open for the Contractor.

Rb/ The Maintenance plan must be done monthly considering preventive and corrective maintenance actions and for 10 years.

#56

SOW 9.7, Site Conditions a.During the site visit, the INL representative stated that there is no requirement for an improved road beyond what currently exists, please clarify.

b.Currently the entrance is lined with multiple heavy vehicles and the work site has refuse piled in the middle of it.

i.Who is responsible for the removal of the refuse on the worksite and movement of the vehicles currently restricting the entrance?

ii.If the contractor, is there a location for disposal of the refuse or the vehicles that restrict access?

Ra/. This is clarified in point #40.

Rb/. Yes. Ri/.

The end user OIJ - Ciudad Judicial, INL will coordinate with them.

Rii/ The end user OIJ - Ciudad Judicial, INL will coordinate with them.

#57 Will the government provide a consolidated Deliverables list that describes what deliverables are due when, and to which government representative(s)?

Please review the solicitation Section F.9. In SOW Section 3.2 Project Summary there are all the deliverables list.

#58 SOW 11.1, Planning Documents and Deliverables. Please confirm this is a post-award requirement and provide when it is due (reference Deliverables table question).

All deliverables are stated in the SOW documment.

#59 SOW 13.0, Performance Evaluation. Please provide the referenced Attachment C – QASP. Does the contractor need to have a licensed Costa Rican Quality Control Engineer to ensure the QA/QC plan meets current Government compliance standards?

The CFIA engineers certification is a requeriment for the Contractors profesionals.

#60 Will the government provide a week extension to the proposal due date from the issuance of Q&A responses?

No, since there will be 13 calendar days from issuance of this Q&A and amendment, we believe the time is sufficient for offerors to prepare and submit their proposals.

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