Attachment 8 - 19AQMM24R0187-Marsh Harbour Security Upgrades-Q and A.pdf

Attachment 8 - 19AQMM24R0187-Marsh Harbour Security Upgrades-Q and A

Nmbr Question Answer 1 Are there any current site photos and / or site plan of the proposed location? There are overhead drone photos available that will be provided by Amendment

Will the container units be placed on the ground or elevated if so what height and are we to include pad cost?

Containers shall be elevated a minimum of 4 ft above finished grade. Existing pads maybe reused if suitable. Where no pads exist, assume new concrete pads need to be provided.

Are there kw specs for the generator requirements or is this to our discretion if so are all containers and lift gates to be factored?

Generator shall be sized during the design process based on all electrical requirements and design loading.

4 Will the generator be required to have an extra gas storage capacity tank?

The generator shall be sized during the design process and provided only with a suitable belly tank to provide minimum 24 hrs backup. A separate fuel tank is not required.

5 Lighting watt specs or to contractor discretion? To be determined by Contractor as part of the design process.

6 CCTV quantities and are any monitors to be factored?

Camera quanitites to be determined by Contractor as part of the design process for full coverage. Sufficient monitors shall be provided based on those camera numbers and located in the Administration container(s). There shall be a satelite monitor in the guard station to cover incoming and outgoing traffic.

Asphalt what is the sq ft or sq yd to be covered. Site photos needed to factor grading:

- parking stops?

- parking Striping?

- any curbing?

To be determined by the contractor as part of the site investigation and design process.

Concrete slabs that the guardhouses and admin building will be placed on, are there any specifications on height off of the ground for these? Given the frequency of hurricanes and storms would you like these elevated to a certain height?

See response to quesiton #2. Any new concrete pads/slabs required shall be installed at finished grade.

9 Drainage - Where exactly does storm drain run off too? Ocean or is it elsewhere?

All storm drainage shall be routed to the ocean. The contractor shall confirm that any existing drainage being reused is in operational condition.

10 Are there kw specs for the generator requirements or is this to our discretion ? See response to question #3.

11 Will the generator be required to have an extra gas storage capacity tank ? See response to question #4.

Lighting watt specs for the 35 lights or to contractor discretion (i.e., Dome or Bullet (see below))?

See response to question #5.

Attachment 8 - 19AQMM24R0187-Marsh Harbour Security Upgrades-Q and A

Nmbr Question Answer

CCTV quantities(min-max) for the entire port ? Any particular brand or style you prefer?

See Images below:

To be determined by Contractor as part of the design process. INL has no preferred vendor.

Asphalt what is the exact sq ft or sq yd to be covered.? Also will there be any parking for key staff members inside of the port aside from the exterior parking lot?

See response to Question #7

15 Do we need to supply furniture for admin container ( office Chairs desks etc. ) ? Yes, quantities and types to be confirmed with INL Nassau during the design process.

Can you please provide a link for the Trafficking of Persons Certification and compliance plan?

Reference FAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons

17 What is the required design duration from the LNTP? Refer to the solicitation SOW, Paragraphs 5.2.1, 5.2.2 and 5.2.3

Will the modular building be supplied by the client, or is the contractor responsible for providing it?

The modular containers/buildings shall be provided by the contractor, after approval of final designs and shop drawings.

19 Is there a specific equipment brand required for the CCTV and modular building? INL does not have any preferred vendors.

20 Does the contractor need to coordinate with local authorities for utility permits?

Yes, the contractor is solely responsiblef or obtaning all require permits to complete the project.

21 Is this project Tax Exempt?

For materials purchased in the Bahamas, the Embassy will provide a letter to the vendor which can be taken to Bahamas Customs to request reimbursement of VAT and customs taxes. For materials purchased outside the Bahamas, the Embassy will stamp appropriate shipping documents which will allow VAT and Customs exemptions on items shipped into the country.

L.21.6.4. SUBFACTOR 4: BUSINESS AUTHORIZATION requires the Contractor to provide current copy of license/certificate/accreditation which demonstrates that the Offeror is licensed/certified/accredited or otherwise authorized by the government of the Bahamas or its agent to provide construction services within The Bahamas. Is the Government willing to accept the Offeror to obtain the license/authorization after the Proposal submission before performing work ?

No.

H.37 KEY PERSONNEL- CONSTRUCTION has a requirement of the Key Personnel to have a Valid Bahamian engineering license. Are all key positions required to have this license ? Is it acceptable to have Key personnel with Civil Engineering Bachelor’s degree from non- Bahamian countries and No Bahamian engineering license ?

Both Project Manager and Site Superintendent require at a minimum a BS degree in an engineering or construction related field and a minimum of 10 years experience. At least one member of the team proposed bt the bidding firm is required to hold a valid Engineering License from either The Bahamas or a country recognized by the Bahamas.

What are the requirements for the disposal of Hazardous materials such as Asbestos, Mercury etc. if observed any ?

It is the Contractor's responsibility to determine and comply with all Bahamain regulations and requirements related to hazarodus materials.

25 What building standards will apply to the construction of this project? Refer to the solicitation SOW, Section 6.

26 Will the government provide a list of site visit attendees? No

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