Swimming Pool and Cabana Construction Pre-Proposal Conference Question and Answers19KE5020Q0002.pdf

Swimming Pool and Cabana Solicitation 19KE5020Q0002 Pre-Proposal Conference February 10, 2020 Questions & Answers

Q1. The NCA 3 criteria set is too high considering the scope of the project being focused on swimming pool construction. Will bidders without NCA criteria be considered, if they comply with the 50% revenue criteria.?

A1. The NCA 3 criteria has now been re-worded to read ‘ must be an NCA registered

Contractor’. Reference Solicitation 19KE5020Q0002 Modification number 1 SF 30 Block

Q2. What is the estimated length in linear meters for the fence?

A2. The construction zone fence length, shall be approximately 100 meters. Reference

Solicitation 19KE5020Q0002 Modification number 1 SF 30 Block 14

Q3. Must the offerors strictly adhere to what is indicated in the solicitation or they can use alternatives?

A3. Offerors may provide alternate specifications that meet or exceed the solicitation requirements. However, when alternate specifications are indicated, the Technical

Evaluation Panel may or may not accept these substitutions. When alternate specifications are provided, clear justification with details should accompany the proposal.

Q4. Will the 60 days’ time frame for the project include the time frame to request for the permits?

A4. Yes, the 60 days time frame will include the request for permits. There are construction works that can commence as the permits are being processed.

Q5. What criteria will be used to award the contract?

A5. The contract will only be awarded to the lowest priced, technically acceptable bidder.

Reference Solicitation 19KE5020Q0002 Modification number 1 SF 30 Block 14

Q6. Can you provide assistance with the SAM process?

A6. A powerpoint will be shared to help as a comprehensive guide to the SAM registration process.

Reference Attachment TrngPres_SAM edited.

Q7. Does the solicitation require a pool cover or net for pet safety?

A7. A pool cover can supplement, but not substitute for proper barriers. Reference attachment 3 pool specification 1 of the solicitation document.

Swimming Pool and Cabana Solicitation 19KE5020Q0002 Pre-Proposal Conference February 10, 2020 Questions & Answers

Q8. Is the volume of the pool exact as presented on page 57 in the solicitation document?

A8. For the purpose of calculation, 160 cubic meters can be used. Reference Attachment 3

Specification 1- Pool Characteristic/Design Data in the solicitation document.