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AMENDMENT 0001 – Questions and Answers RFP #20342320R00004 for AFRH/Elevator Replacement

Question 1) Is there an MBE or DBE requirement?

This action is a Small Business set-aside.

Question 2) Will this project require full-time on-site supervision?

No

Question 3) Are building permits per DCRA required?

No

Question 4) Is this job tax exempt?

Yes

Question 5) Do prevailing wage requirements apply to this project if the contract value is under $500,000?

In accordance with the solicitation, Attachment B - DOL Wage Determination is applicable.

Question 6) Is builder’s risk insurance required?

No

Question 7) Please confirm if there are liquidated damages associated with this project.

There are no liquidated damages, but the vendor’s federal evaluation through CPARS will be negatively affected if the contractor's work is not per negotiated schedule and delays beyond the contractor's control. This could impact the contractor’s ability to acquire additional government contracts.

Question 8) Please confirm that the new machine room condenser unit can be mounted at ground level at the exterior wall directly outside of the machine room.

Yes

Question 9) Is the intent to retain or replace the existing hoistway entrances frames?

Retain if possible.

Question 10) Is the intent to retain or replace the existing hoistway doors?

Replace if needed.

Question 11) Section 3 of the PWS (page 14) states that there is no fire alarm system to the existing elevator. During the site visit it was observed that the elevator is tied-in to the existing addressable EST fire alarm system. Please confirm the existing system is to be utilized.

The new elevator must be tied into the existing fire alarm system.