210726 _ RFI Final Response 2.pdf

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1 ELECTRICAL E-601

The electrical schematic diagram indicate the connections of the new service line to an existing panelboard in the electrical room of the existing main building. We request that you include a scale plan indicating the location of the main building and the electrical room related to rest of the Project. We request that you include the technical information of the existing board and the existing switch. We request that you advise which of the two NC-1 note options applies. If posible we require an inspection of the existing electrical room. // El unifilar indica la conexión de la acometida nueva a un tablero existente en el cuarto eléctrico del edificio principal existente.

Solicitamos que incluyen un plano de escala indicando la ubicación del edificio principal y el cuarto eléctrico relacionado al resto del proyecto. Solicitamos que incluyen la información técnica del tablero existente y el interruptor existente. Solicitamos que avisen cuál de las dos opciones de nota NC-1 aplica. De ser posible requerimos una inspección del cuarto eléctrico existente.

Refer to revised sheet E-100 PDF files "1680001 E-100 (R1)"

2 FIRE PROTECTION F-501

The Detail only show the installation of Gabinet and Valve for firefighters, only this is what need to be installed in the cabinet? / El detalle solo muestra la instalación del Gabinete y Válvula para bomberos, solo esto es lo que hay que instalar en el gabinete?

Yes, this is the proposed and approved detail for this project.

3 FIRE PROTECTION F-501

The drawing does not show the design for a gravitational block and only thust block for a 4” pipe design. Send Design for the pipe to use which our case is 6” / En el plano no muestra el diseño para bloque gravitacional y solo muestra bloques de empujes horizontales para un diseño en tubería de 4”. Enviar diseño para la tubería a utilizar que en nuestro caso es de 6”

Refer to Schedule updated on revised sheet F-501. PDF files "1680001 F-501 (R1)"

4 FIRE PROTECTION F-601

Drain Valve specificationsis required. In Drawing F-101 it show the drainage in the Gardening room, but it does not show where it will drain / Se requiere especificación de la válvula drenaje.

En el plano F-1-01 muestra el drenaje en el cuarto de Jardinería , pero no muestra donde drenara la misma.

The valve to be a ball valve, it will be used as a threaded hose when needed to be used for the drain of the Fire sprinklers.

5 PLUMBING P-001

Is there any specifications for the for the toilets / accesory schedule in terms of brands . Plan P-

001 note 16 indicates that all material to be used shall be by the same manufacturer, but we see no model, brand or manufacturer mention for the plumbing artifacts (toilets, sinks, faucets, etc.)

on the plans. This is information is not mentioned on the specification either. Please indicate the models and manufacturers desired for the plumbing artifacts to be included. / Se requiere especificaciones de Artefactos Sanitarios, ducha de emergencia y drenajes

Refer to revised sheed A401. For the emergency shower consider the following specification: HAWS MODEL 8133H and for the floor drains on the workshop area: tramex Floor drains.

PDF files "1680001 A-401 (R1)"

6 PLUMBING P-601

Which is the specification for the Emergency Wash Shower, it only appears "Hawsco", but there is many material finishes, also to know if we can submit and alternative brand

During the execution of the project the contractor can submit using a subtitution form an alternative product that complies with the original specification or exceed. Refer to revised sheed A401. For the emergency shower consider the following specification: HAWS MODEL

8133H and for the floor drains on the workshop area: tramex Floor drains.

PDF files "1680001 A-401 (R1)"

7 GENERAL ADA

We understand that this is a "workshop area", but in the toilets case, the documents request to comply with ADA, the question is about specifications for the faucets, flushometers, or bars

(because we don´t visualize it in the drawings)

Refer to revised sheet A401, for revised information of all the fixtures and accesories. Because of the characteristics of this project it wont comply with ADA.

Smithsonian Institution Smithsonian Facilities

STRI BRANCH

DATE: July 26, 2021 PROJECT NAME: Maintenance Shops at Gamboa (Santa Cruz Old School) PROJECT LOCATION: Gamboa, Colón, Republic of Panamá PROJECT No.: 1680001

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FINAL RESPONSE

In the Plumbing notes point No.5 it is indicated that the nominal dimensions of the pipe are copper type L. It is considered copper pipe for the installation of drinking water or there is the optionof using another type of material / En las notas de Plomería punto No.5 se indica que la dimensiones nominales de la tubería son la tubería de cobre tipo L. Se considera tubería de cobre para la instalación de agua potable o hay opción de utilizar otro tipo de material.

For this project shall be consider the use of CPVC for potable water system and shall comply with division 221116 of the specification document of this project.

In notes on Plumbing Point No.15, it is indicated to insulate the cold water pipes (drinking water).

This requirements will be applied to entire route of the pipe within the Building? / En las notas de

Plomería Punto No.15, se indica aislar las tuberías de agua fría (agua potable). Este requerimiento será aplicado para todo el recorrido de la tubería dentro del Edificio???

The potable water wont be insulated.

In the notes of Hydraulic code point No.4 it is requested to install vacuum arrestes on all taps and other hose connections. These are contemplated in its Design (Isometric)?? / En las notas de

Código hidráulico punto No.4 se solicita instalar arrestadores de vacío en todos los grifos y otras conexiones de manguera. Estos están contemplados en su Diseño (Isométrico)??

To be use only for exterior faucets. The faucets can inclued also an antisiphon system.

In the minisplit capacity chart it indicates that the total MS-1unit 9ea is 12,000 Btuh,however, the model indicated is “ VR242CW” corresponding to an air of24 000 Btuh, in the same way, the MS-2 unit total 1ea, they are24 0000 Btuh and the indicated model is VR122CW corresponding to an air of 12 000 Btuh. We require that you indicate capacity for the MS-1 and MS-2 units. / En el cuadro de capacidades de minisplit indica que la unidad MS-1 total 9ea, son de 12 000 Btuh, sin embargo, el modelo señalado es “ VR242 CW”correspondiente a un aire de 24 000 btuh, de igual manera, la unidad MS-2 total 1ea, son de 24 000 Btuh y el modelo señalado es VR122CW correspondiente a un aire de 12 000Btuh, requerimos que nos indique la capacidad requerida para las unidades MS-1 y MS2

The models have a mistake in their descriptions, The unit MS-1 is

12,000 BTUH, and the unit MS-2 is 24,000 BTUH. Refer to revised sheet

P-001

PDF files "1680001 P-001 (R1)"

12 PLUMBING P-501

Detail No.6, floor drain indicates the Zurn 415 B model, this applies to both the bathroom and the one installed near the toilet. / Detalle No.6, drenaje de Piso indica el modelo Zurn 415B, esto aplica tanto para el baño como para el que está instalado cercano al inodoro

This model apply for both drainages.

13 PLUMBING P-601

In the Detail of the Emergency shower a 3” valve is shown, specifications and the valve box to be installed are required, in additionto the flloor drain for said shower / En el detalle de la ducha de emergencia se muestra una válvula de 3”, se requiere especificaciones y la caja de válvula a instalar, además del drenaje de piso para dicha ducha

Drainage box will be with a stainless steel grid or according to the manufacturer's accessory.

14 ELECTRICAL E-001

Point No.6 point out, the system will work so that when any indica�ng device is ac�vated, all the building’s bell ring, the Air conditioning units in the área will be deactived. We require detail and desing ot the system for disconnection of Split units. / Punto No.6 señala, El sistema funcionara de manera que el activarse cualquier dispositivo indicador suenen todas las campanas del Edificio, se desactiven las unidades del aire acondicionado del área. Requerimos detalle y diseño del sistema para la desconexión de unidades splits.

This doesn’t apply for this project. This is only valid for equipments bigger than 5 Ton, as indicated by NFPA 90.

15 SPECIFICATIONS 211313

Page 211313-2, Item J, should the fire system designed? / Página 211313-2, Punto J, Se deberá hacer diseño del sistema contraincendio?

The Sprinkler system design to be as provided in the construction documents, the Contractor shall provide detailed shop drawings.

Page 211313-3, Item D, Drain Pan, where does this point apply within the drawings provided? /

Página 211313-3 Punto D, Bandeja de drenaje, donde aplica este punto dentro de los planos suministrados?

Sensible electrical equipments (OIT room) shall be protected with drain trays.

Page 211313-3, Item J, Is it required to supply hydraulic calculations? / Página 211313-3 Punto J, se requiere suministrar cálculos hidráulicos?

hydraulic calculations are required to be presented with the shop drawings.

Page 211313-10, Item L, Where the installations of “ Inspector Test connections” is shown /

Página 211313-10, Punto L, Donde se muestra la instalación de “ Inspector test connections”

In the external supply riser a backflow preventer is required (or supplied in the alarm check valve assembly).

Page 211313-11,Item 2.03 Where is a backflow preventor required? / Página 211313-11,Punto

2.03 donde se requiere un Backflow preventor?

This is requiered in the supply Riser.

Page 211313-12, Item C, Where “ Guard” is required for sprinklers / Página 211313-12 Punto C, donde se requiere “guard” para los rociadores

Guard protection, shall be used only in areas where the sprinklers could be damaged by its exposure or the use of the space. In case is determided the requirement for an specific case, this will be indicated during the construccion by the Smithsonian Institution.

21 SPECIFICATIONS 104400

Page 104400-3, ítem 2.04 indicate the type of Gabinet to be used, the specification mark type I and type III. / Página 104400-3, punto 2.04 indicar el tipo gabinete a utilizar, las especificaciones marca el tipo I y el tipo III.

Shall be consider Cabinets type I

22 SPECIFICATIONS 221116

Page 221116-1, Domestic Water Piping. Various type of material are indicated for drinking water pipe, copper, ducti Iron, stainless Steel , CPVC, PVC, which of them would apply for the tender. /

Página 221116-1, Domestic Water Piping. Se indica varios tipo de material para las tuberías de agua potable, cobre, hierro dúctil, acero inoxidable, CPVC , PVC , cuál de ellas aplicaría para la licitación..

For this project shall be consider the use of CPVC for potable water system and shall comply with division 221116 of the specification document of this project.

Page 221116-22, “ Valve Schedule”, the valve type is indicated, but there are no specifications on valve body material , opereting pressure etc / Página 221116-22, “ Valve Schedule”, se indica el tipo de válvula, pero no hay especificaciones sobre material del cuerpo de la válvula, presión de operación etc.

Valve Schedule: Control Valvel body to be of Bronce 125 psi.

24 SPECIFICATIONS 221316

Page 221316-2, Item 2.1 Piping Material. Various types of material are indicated for Cast Iron, galvanized, stainless Steel, ductil iron, PVC sanitary pipes, which of them would apply for the tender. / Página 221316-2, punto 2.1 Piping Material. Se indica varios tipo de material para las tuberías de sanitarias Cast Iron, galvanizado, acero Inoxidable, ductil Iron, PVC, cuál de ellas aplicaría para la licitación.

Sanitary pipes material to be PVC and to comply with division 221316 of the specification documents.

25 SPECIFICATIONS 238126

Page23 81 26-2,Item 1.6 Supply extra materials, which point would apply for Split Type air conditioning units?, if the paragraph talk about an air handler. The Split unis have a permaned filter, donot use Access door and do not use / Página 23 81 26-2, punto 1.6 Suministro de

Mateiral extras, que punto aplicaría para las unidades de aire acondicionado tipo splits, si el párrafo habla de manejadora de aire. Las unidades splits tiene un filtro permanente, no uitilizan puertas de aceso y no utiliza correa.

This spec doesn't apply for the split AC units.

26 ARCHITECTURE C-101

It is understood that the water connections Point for the new building will come from the existing

1-1/2 pipe, which will require the installation fo a 1-1/2 Tee. It is right? / Se entiende que el

Punto de conexión de agua para el nuevo edificio procederá de la tubería existente de 1-1/2, en la que se requerirá la instalación de una Tee de 1-1/2. Es correcto??

No, As indicated on sheet C-101, the SOW for this project is to execute all the work required for the replacement of the main potable water pipe (currently 1-1/2"). The existing pipe should be replaced with a 2" pipe, from the existing box at the street (refer to work indicated to be done in this box) all the way to the corner where a building is currently under construccion (Project know as Ambient Lab or Gym), doing the interconexion of both projects (maintenance shop & Ambient Lab) with the new 2" water line.

JPG image "Answer to Question 26"

27 CONTRACT Will Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) apply to this contract? The FAR and Smithsonian Directives will apply

28 SPECIAL SYSTEMS A-202

Confirm that only the installation of raceways for the access, CCTV, and data systems are in the

SOW. No equipment, wiring, nor installation of equipment is required for these systems. // No se ven especificaciones de sistema de camaras y control de acceso en planos

Confirmed. The SOW for this project is only to provide and install raceways, pipes and boxes for security and telecomunication systems

(CCTV, Access control, Data). No wiring or equipment should be included.

29 ELECTRICAL E-603

Provide panelboard schedules for PDP and TM1 Drafting mistake, refer to answers to questions 17 and 18

30 ELECTRICAL E-601

Panelboard schedule PDPSM does not match the schedule for this panelboard shown on the one-line diagram Drawing E-6-01

Drafting mistake, refer to updated One Line and Panelboard name on revised sheet E-601.

PDF files "1680001 E-601 (R1)"

31 ELECTRICAL E-601

One line diagram for electrical distribution system does not match the one line diagram under contract for the laboratory building (different voltage, different routing, etc.)

Refer to revised sheet E-100 PDF files "1680001 E-100 (R1)"

32 ARCHITECTURE

Detail of connection of the standing sheets in the perimeter exterior walls with steel structure

(detalle de conexionado de las láminas de standing en paredes exteriores perimetrales con estructura de acero)

See DT01, DT02 & DT03 at sheet A201 PDF files "1680001 A-201 (R1)" & "1680001 A-202 (R1)"

33 ARCHITECTURE A-112

Detail of the structural support element for the mezzanine strollers since it is not defined in sheet

9/57 (A-1-12). // Detalle de elemento estructural de soporte para las carriolas del mezanine ya que no se establece en hoja 9/57( A-1-12).

Refer to detail 02 on revised sheet A112. PDF files "1680001 A-112 (R1)"

34 STRUCTURAL S-102 @ S-505

There are differences between the plans S-102, S-104 and S-505 regarding the pedestal sizes and reinforcement. One plan shows pedestals at 60x60 while others show pedestals measuring 50x50.

Which pedestal size should be used? Also, the rebar quantities shown in plan S-505 (kg/m3) summary do not add up to the measured quantities according to the plans. Should we use the rebar quantities according to the summary tables or according to our calculations based off the plans? // Debemos trabajar con el calculo de acero que se indica en planos? Vemos que el calculo del acero de las zapatas y pedestales no coincide con las cantidades indicadas en los planos

Refer to attached revised sheets. Regarding the calculations (kg/m3) of the reinforcement bars; the contractors shall consider the new dimensions indicated in the floorplans are valid, disegarding the calculations indicated in the schedules. Aditionally, refer to the updated width of the Seismic beams (porticos 1, 3 y 6)

PDF files "1680001 S-102 (R1)", "1680001 S-104 (R1)", "1680001 S-505(R1)"

36 STRUCTURAL S-102

We don’t see the rebar and joint distribution for the slab on grade for the new structure. Plan S-

102 indicates thickness and concrete strength but no information on rebar and joints. Is there rebar and joint detail for the slab on grade?

Refer to sheet A-302, details 5 to 8.

37 PLUMBING P-602

The plan index shows a plan labeled P-602 Isometrico de Aire Comprimido. This plan has not been included. Is this part of the scope?

This sheet was eliminated from the set. The compress air is not required and is not part of the SOW.

38 ELECTRICAL E-100

During the site visit it was mentioned that the ongoing construction project is going to leave electrical and telecommunications infrastructure chambers near the construction site. Can these connection points be marked in plan E-100?

Refer to clarification note on the attached revised sheet E-100. PDF file "1680001 E-100 (R1)"

39 ELECTRICAL E-100

In the Infrastructure plan there is a pipe for special systems and electricity marked to an existing building TLAB, is this part of our scope?

The infraestructure that feed the Ambient Lab are not part of the SOW.

For more details refer to answer of previous questions

40 CONTRACT We didn´t find in the SOV any items for foundations excavation and backfilling. Refer to the updated Schedule of Values.

41 ELECTRICAL E-601

In the E601 single line diagram, there is a TM1 panel that has no specifications and does not appear in any other electrical drawing. Please, confirm if this panel must be included; or if there is an error in the single line diagram.

Drafting mistake, refer to updated One Line and Panelboard name on revised sheet E-601. Refer to revised sheet E-100

42 CONTRACT

In the SOV, base bid, there is an item named SAFETY OUTLETS. Please, confirm what are you referring to, since as we understand this might be about safety switches or disconnects, but there is no such equipment in the electrical drawings received, and this item does not appear in the symbology either.

Will be deleted from the Schedule of Values.

44 STRUCTURAL

There is a conflict between detail DT01 page 11-57 seismic beam VA-1 and DT08 of page 13-57 (A-

3-02) Please clarify . / / En el detalle DT01, que aparece en la pág. 11 de 57, en la parte inferior de la pared establece una viga de amarre (VA-1), sin embargo en el detalle DT08 que aparece en la pág. 13 de 57 (A-3-02), la pared exterior descansa sobre una viga corrida que no tiene detalle de sección.

The Seismic Beam (VA-1) at the bottom of the concrete block wall was eliminated, refer to updated sheet A-202. A detail will be send for the foundations of this wall in response to question #29.

Please indicate where in the SOV need to include the steel of the foundation, pedestal and metal structure of the building. // En que item del cuadro de precios se debe colocar los costos del acero de refuerzo de las Zapatas, pedestales y el de las estructuras de metal del edificio. Solo aparece en la sección METALS, en el ítem Structural Steel el cual está en toneladas

Include rebar costs in the corresponding concrete element item. For example, rebar for footings, include it in CONCRETE-Columns Footings.

Metal structure of the building should be on item 46 Structural Steel

(tons).

46 ELECTRICAL E-601

On Electrical schematic diagram LMS Panel seems to be feed from two points?, and has a Note

No.7 wich description can't be indentified in this page, please confirm.

Refer to updated sheet E-601 PNG image "Answer to Question 46" & PDF File "1680001 E-601 (R1)

47 ELECTRICAL E-001 Lighting fixtures, It has to be all UL Certified?, or only Type F and G? All lighting fixtures has to be UL Certified.

Lighting fixtures. Can we use alternative brands? It is possible, as long as it complies with UL regulations and are similar in terms of design considerations and quality standards.

49 FIRE PROTECTION C-101/F-601

Sprinklers (underground pipe), Please clarify if the scope is at B-11 node (intercept)or if its trought the end of the polygon per C.1.01?

Confirmed, the Scope is until node B11.

50 ARCHITECTURE A-112

In the purlings layout between axis No.10 to No.14 in the North area appears (Plycem over purlings, double gyp. Board sheets below), but in the finishes schedule shows metal standing seam

( over purlings), and escayola belows it, Wich one prevails, or both apply? A.1.12

Refer to updated sheet A-112 PDF File "1680001 A-112 (R1)"

51 ARCHITECTURE CMU Wall

CMU walls on shop sinks appears belows the existing roof, please confirm if these going straight to de roof with the the roof shape(because is lower than the new construction), while the new walls goes to 3 meters level height according to drawings.

CMU Walls below the axis 7 to10, are going to be straight to te roof.

Refer to answer of question #220

52 ARCHITECTURE A-101

Can you clarify doors at "112-STORAGE CLEANING", Architecture layout shows 1 door, but in the doors schedule appears twice with number sequence. Also in the sheet A.3.01 appears a 2nd door as if this space should have 2

The space "112-Storage Cleaning" only will have one door ( to the exterior) as indicated on the achitectural plan. Initially it had 2 doors, but one was eliminated during the design review process. Some information related to the eliminated door remain by mistake on the

Shcedules and sections.

53 schedule of values A-301

Is there any new activity, we should add it in the end of the section or all at the end of the schedule. // Si hay alguna actividad que no está descrita dentro del formato, se puede agregar debajo de cada actividad donde corresponde?

Let us know spefically which items you need guidance to where to place the price. Refer to the updated schedule of values.

54 GENERAL Drawings

Will you send the drawings in dwg format? / Por favor enviar planos en cad. As indicated during the site visit, because of confidentiality matters, the Dwg files will be shared only to the selected contractor after the bidding process end.

55 ARCHITECTURE A-303

In the drawings set didn´t come Sheet 17 of 60 (Section) 17 of 60 corresponds to F001

There are 2 sheets that appear in the sheet index that was sustracted from the set, but the index and total count of sheet wasnt correctly updated.

56 ARCHITECTURE A-401

Is there any specifications for the shop sinks, we only see and elevations but without details The Shop sink is custom made of concrete as indicated on revised sheet A-401

PDF file "1680001 A-401 (R1)"

57 ARCHITECTURE A-301

Louvers and extraction fans. Wich information prevails (1 per each wall extractor = 6) or we shsould add 6 more ( 3 at north facade, and 3 at south facade). Note: In longitudinal Section (No.2

, at north appears 2 louvers, judging by the scale they look big, but in the elevation No.3 appears 3 units of 73.4 x73.4 cms

The design consider 6 louvers without extraction fan (3 north and 3 south), this 6 louvers are for air intake. On the East facade, 6 extraction fans (with incorporated louvers) are placed as well. In total 12 Louvers will be seen from the outside. Refer to updates sheets A-301 & A-602.

PDF files "1680001 A-301 (R1)" & "1680001 A-602 (R1)"

58 ARCHITECTURE A-401

Plumbing drawings shows "tank toilet", but in the architecture set shows flushometer toilet wich one prevails?

The toilets to be flushometer type, american standard.

59 ARCHITECTURE A-602

Drawings refers for finishes C-1 and FC-1 20X20 cms ceramic tiles, but the specifications request two differents sizes: 30x30cms ( at floor) and 15.2 x15.2 cms (in the walls), which one of these two informations prevails.

The information on the specification document to prevail.

60 ARCHITECTURE A-401

In the Kitchen shall we furnish the two rounds table and the 4 chairs per table? No, the only furniture included in the scope are the fixed furnitures, like the cabinets of the kitchen.

61 ARCHITECTURE A-101

C-1 Finish ( Wall tile) con you confirm if the height is from the top of the concrete sink to 1.60 meters above finish floor, and if this happens to in the side walls?

Considering the wall finish will be 15.2x15.2 (refer to answer on question # 59) the height of the finish C-1 at the Workshop sinks shall be arround 1.67 meters above finish floor, also the side walls shall be consider to be cover with this finish. The main idea will be to used complete pieces of this finish as much as possible.

Indicate seismic beam depth / Indicar profunidad de la viga sismica The seismic beams go directly below the concrete slab as showed on the schemes included on the sheets S-502 & S-503. the only exception are the beams V-114 & 115, that have to be 45cm from the top fo the slab, to avoid interferences with the drainage at the workshop. Refer to attached reference image. Also refer to details DT07 & DT08 on sheet A-302

PNG image "Answer to Question 63"

64 PLUMBING WASTE WATER

The sanitary lines marked with yellow, are they new lines, what should we include in our scope?

Together with the 2500 liter septic tank? The other tank that appears from 1750 is existing? Are all drainpipes and ci existing? // Las lineas sanitarias marcadas son las lineas nuevas, que debemos incluir en nuestro alcance? Junto con el tanque septico de 2500 litros ? El otro tanque que aparece de 1750 es existente? Todos los tragantes pluviales y ci son existentes?

*As clarified on site visit (07/13/2021):

-There is a new septic tank for the maintenance shop project (2500). It will discharge to a prevision left by the Amientlab project (1/P101)

-The Septic Tank(1750) corresponds to the Ambient Lab

Please confirm, should we consider the construction of 1 sanitary box SA, are there 2 currently?

Should we contemplate 1 pluvial box type B? // Por favor confirmar, debemos contemplar la construccion de 1 caja sanitaria SA, actualmente hay 2 existentes? 1 se debe contemplar 1 caja pluvial tipo B?

*One TypeB Inspection chamber (Correct) See C102

*As clarified on site visit (07/13/2021):

-There is a new septic tank for the maintenance shop project (2500). It will discharge to a prevision left by the Amientlab project (1/P101)

-The Septic Tank(1750) corresponds to the Ambient Lab

66 PLUMBING PUMP ROOM

Please confirm if works in the pump room should be included in the proposal. Some changes are specified in the plans. // Favor confirmar si se deben incluir en la propuesta trabajos en el cuarto de bombas. En los planos se especifican algunos cambios.

The Ambient Lab project contractor will perform these works. This is not part of this project's scope.

67 ARCHITECTURE A-401

Does the kitchen furniture in Dwg A-401, is part of the scope? // El mueble de cocina indicado en plano A-401 forma parte del alcance?

Yes, the fixed furniture at the kitchennete is part of the SOW.

68 ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

For communication systems, indicate how far the civil works exists? Should we only make the beam in the area indicated in red? And the wiring would be for the whole trajectory? / / Para los sistemas de comuncacion indicar hasta donde es existente la obra civil? Debe realizar solo el vigaducto en el area indicada en rojo? Y el alambrado seria por todo el corrido?

The civil works is going to be executed until the connection point in front ofthe Amient Lab (Link)

PDF file "Answer to question 68"

69 ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

For the electricity system we must make the connection (civil and electrical) to the existing box C1-

B. And then just wired up to the electrical room. // Para el sistema de electricidad debemos hacer la acometida (civil y electrica) hasta la caja existente C1-B. Y luego solo alambrado hasta el cuarto electrico.

Yes, as described.

Do you require COVID tests to start the project to all staff or according to what the Ministry of

Health orders. // Exigen pruebas COVID para iniciar el proyecto a todo el personal o según lo que manda el Ministerio de Salud

Contractors need to follow Ministerio de Salud (Health Ministry)

Guidance as the authorized entity from the Panamanian Goverment.

The existing ditch is around the entire building? Does the existing ditch (floor gutter) go around the entire building? // La zanja (cuneta existente) esta alrededor de todo el edifico?

The existing ditch runs along the front and the back of the building, but this ditches need to be replaced with new ones as indicated on sheet C-

102.

Is the vitrified 8" clay pipe part of the scope? // La tuberia de 8" arcilla vitrificada forma parte del alcance?

No, the 8" clay pipe for rain water located on the street in front of the maintenance shop is existing.

Are the extractors part of the Scope? Are the exhaust fans part of the scope? // Los extractores forman parte del alcance?

Yes, are part of the SOW.

The routes of the air conditioning pipes go aerial of by sleeves? The routes of the pipes of the air conditioners go aerial or by sleeves/tubing? / Los recorridos de las tuberias de los aires acondicionados van aereas o por mangas?

The AC pipes to be Aerial.

Camera system and access control specifications are not seen on plans / No se ven especificaciones de sistema de camaras y control de acceso en planos

The security equipments (CCTV and control access) are not part of the

SOW. Confirmed. The SOW for this project is only to provide and install raceways, pipes and boxes for security and telecomunication systems

(CCTV, Access control, Data). No wiring or equipment should be included.

Confirm distance for conexion for electrical, fire supression and telecomunication systems /

Confirmar distancia para acometidas de electricidad, sistema contraincencios y sistema de comunicaciones.

Electricity: revised sheet E-100. The floor plan is at scale, the contractor need to take the measurments from this information or should have done it during the site visits done.

Fire Protection: Confirmed, the Scope is until node B11.

Telecomunication: The civil works is going to be executed until the connection point in front ofthe Amient Lab (Link)

78 ELECTRICAL Transformer Please send the specs of the dry type transformers. // Si pueden enviar las especificaciones del

Transformador Seco.

Refer to updated sheet E-100

PDF File "1680001 E-100 (R1)"

79 ARCHITECTURE A-602

Plan A-602 defines window type 3 as Fixed Steel Louvers Acoustic Resistant. On the specifications section 089119 Fixed Louvers it indicates that the louvers should be made of aluminum. Please specify which material to use.

The material to use will be Aluminum (as indicated on the Specs)

Plan A-602 indicates window glasses must have 25 years warranty. Specifications section 085113 indicate 10 years of warranty period. Please confirm required warranty period.

The required warranty period will be 10 Years (as indicated on the

Specs)

81 ARCHITECTURE A-401

There is not enough information to price the kitchen furniture. Plan A-401 only indicates the type of furniture but does not indicate the materials, colors and fish required. Division 12 Furnishings of the specifications is not used. Please specify desired materials, colors and finishes for the kitchen furniture.

Refer to finishes at revised sheet A-401. PDF file "1680001 A-401 (R1)"

82 ELECTRICAL E-601

On plan E-601 an electrical chamber 4A is specified as existing. We don’t see the 4A chamber on the E-100 Infrastructure Plan. Instead we see a C1-B electrical chamber labeled. Is this the same chamber?

Refer to revised sheet E-100. PDF file "1680001 E-100 (R1)"

What is the distance between the existing electrical chamber and the main building switchboard where the electrical connections for the maintenance shop are to be made. We need this distance for the electrical wire calculations.

Refer to revised sheet E-100. The floor plan is at scale, the contractor need to take the measurments from this information or should have done it during the site visits done. PDF file "1680001 E-100 (R1)"

84 CIVIL C-101

On page 4 of 57 (C-1-01) stablishes the witdh and radios of concrete access to the building, but not the lenght. // En la hoja: 4 de 57 (C-1-01) se establece el ancho y radios de pavimento de acceso al edificio, mas no aparece el largo.)

The floor plan is at scale, the contractor need to take the measurments from this information or should have done it during the site visits done.

85 ARCHITECTURE A-112

On Page 9 of 57 (A-1-1112) are not the connection details between the structure that supports the plycem sheets of 15mm width, to the mooring beams, steel beams and walls. //En la hoja: 9 de

57 (A-1-12) no se establecen los detalles de conexionado de la estructura de carriolas que soportan las láminas de plycem de 15 mm de espesor, a la vigas de amarre, vigas de acero y paredes.)

Refer to updated sheet A-112.

PDF file "1680001 A-112 (R1)"

On the price breakdown, there is no item for the structure of the fake roof mentioned in page 9 of

57 (A-1-12). // En el desglose de precio, no aparece ítem para la actividad de la estructura de techo falso que se establece en la hoja 9 de 57 (A-1-12).)

Include this price in the Suspended Tile Ceiling item, under FINISHES.

The roof gutter cannot be enameled since it gets scratched and damaged when bent. It has to be galvanized, please confirm / La canal no puede ser esmaltada ya q si se dobla lamina esmaltada al hacer la canal, se ralla y se daña. Tiene que ser galvanizada

Confirmed, Roof gutter to be Galvanized.

Zinc will be priced in gauge # 24 as they only sell it in that gauge / El zinc que piden solo lo venden en cal. #24.

The specification for the roof and metallic facades will be Standing

Seams Cal. 24.

How many keys should be included per door? Should we consider any master keys? / Cuantas llaves se deben incluir por puerta?

Include three (3) keys per lock. Need to coordinate with STRI for the purchase and coding of the keys. Cormax locks shall be used for

Smithsonian projects.

Confirm the capacity and diameter of the grease trap. / Confimar libras y diametro de la trampa de grasa

Refer to updated sheet P-101.

PDF file "1680001 P-101 (R1)"

Confirm amount of roof insulation in the area of axis 7 to 10 to be replaced, or should everything be considered? Since we did not have access to this area on the day of the visit. Plan A301 / Confirmar si se debe o no reemplazar el aislante de techo en el area del eje 7 al 10. Ya que esta area no tuvimos acceso el dia de la visita.

Plano A301

Confirmed. As indicated on sheet S-301 the existing insulation should be removed and replaced.

Should exisƟng finish on bathroom walls and floors be removed? / Se debe remover al acabado existentes en paredes y piso de baños?

Yes, all the existing finishes, plumbing artifacts and accessories on the existing walls and floors to remain should be removed.

93 ARCHITECTURE A-102

On page 8 of57 (A-1-02) Roof, stablishes that the gutters must be galvanized steel coated cal. 16.

This product are not available in Panama, Would be possible to be painted? // En la hoja 8 de 57 (A-

1-02) Planta de Techo se establece que la canal pluvia debe ser de acero galvanizado esmaltado cal. 16, la consulta sería este tipo de tratamiento no se consigue en la región, ya que el material es galvanizado se podría pintar.

The specification shall be follow. Hopsa and Formetal offer this product in their webpages.

Item 38 , access road, the price breakdown is in square meters. Specify if the cost of the ditch

(linear meters) should be included to the access road value? // En el ítem 38 (Calle de Acceso) del desglose de precio, aparece el alcance en metros cuadrados. Indicar si el costo del cordón cuneta

(metro lineal) se tendría que incorporar al valor de la calle de acceso.)

In the Schedule of Values, a New Item, to be called "Concrete curb" will be added under CONCRETE. This activity shall be quantified in linear meters.

Please define the gauge of the pipes to be used for the communications and electrical duct-beam The Pipes for the telecomunication an electrical duct beam to be PVC

SCH 40, comply with divisions 26 and 27 of the specification documents and be UL listed.

Please confirm if the pipes for the communication duct beam will be covered with concrete or sand.

For the Telecomunication the contractor shall use the same detail as the Electrical Beam Duct at sheet E-502

In drawing E-5-02, sections of duct beam with 4" pipes are indicated, but in the infrastructure plan it does not indicate duct beam with 4" pipes, please confirm where these details apply.

Drafting mistake. The pipes for the ductbeam of this project are 2"

98 Schedule Values

A 6”x6”x4” TEE is indicated in the breakdown, it is part of the Project since. We did not observe it either in the isometric or in the C101 site plan. / / Se indica en el desglose una 6”x6”x4” TEE, es parte del proyecto ya que no la observamos ni en el isométrico, ni en la Planta de Sitio C101.

This Item has been eliminated from the Schedule of value. Review updated schedule of value.

99 Schedule Values

A 6”Plug is indicated in the breakdown, it is part of the Project since it i not observed neither in theisometric nor in the site plan view. / Se indica en el desglose un 6”Plug, es parte del proyecto ya que no se observa ni en el isométrico, ni en la vista de planta de sitio

It have been corrected to 4" for the future conection of the other side for this building. Review updated schedule of value.

100 Schedule Values

A 4” check valve is indicated in the breakdown, part of the Project since neither the isometric nor the plan view is oberved. / Se indica en el desglose una 4” check valve, parte del proyecto ya que no se observa ni el isométrico, ni en la vista de planta

The Check valve is part of the riser assembly, This item in the schedule of value has been eliminated, review updated schedule of value.

101 Schedule Values No row appeard for extractors and fans / No aparece reglón para los extractores y abanicos An item will be included for these equipment in the Schedule of

Values.

In case the proposal exceeds the estimated value range of 0.9M-1.2M, please indicate whether it would not be considered, or otherwise if this range is only as a reference. //

Por favor indicar si en el caso en que la propuesta esté por encima del rango de valor estimado de

0.9M-1.2M, la misma no será considerada, o si este rango es sólo como una referencia.

As indicated in the Request for Proposal letter, Selection will be made on Bidding’s Best Price, based on the contractual documents.

Additionally, the award will be based upon 100% of the effort including base offer plus options. The Smithsonian has the decision to select the total package (base offer + options) or only the base offer. The

Smithsonian Institution’s obligation under this contract beyond that amount is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.

For communica�ons system (alarm system), please indicate:

Type of molding to use.

Whether the communica�on will be in fiber or copper.

What building will the 4010 ES connect to?

Fiber for the conection between maintenance shop and the Gamboa

Laboratory and Cooper for the internal wire distribution at the maintenance shop. The panel 410 ES to be conected to the Gamboa

Laboratory building through the beam duct infraestructure, as indicated in the sheet E-100

For the doors:

The ST-C type doors are subdivided into single plain doors, single plain with louvers doors, and double plain doors. In the SOV, you have contemplated only one item for doors type ST-C, but the cost differs among the different types of doors.

The ST-F (fire retardant) type doors, are subdivided into two types: single plain doors and double plain doors. In the SOV, you have contemplated only one item for these doors.

Please indicate how these doors will be differentiated in the SOV.

Additional Breakdown will be provided in the Schedule of Values to include different doors configurations for each type.

Is there any available informa�on regarding the exis�ng foo�ngs for the building between axis 10-

14. This information is required for an accurate estimate of the complete demolition works for this area. Building the new footings will required the removal of some of the old structural elements underground.

STRI doesn't have any information or knowledge regarding the existing underground structural elements. For the purpose of the bidding process, we want all the companies to consider the following dimensions for the calculations of the demolition work of the underground elements:

-Foo�ngs 1.50m x 1.50m x 0.30m

-Pedestals 0.45m x 0.45m x 0.60m

-Seismic beams 0.45m x 0.45m

-Slab 0.15m

** if during construction this dimensions vary with the ones estimated, will be managed as an extra in favor of the contractor or a positive balance for the SI, depending on the real dimensions.

Will the current contractor working on the Existing Building on the right of the new Maintenance

Shop build the electrical piping “2T-2 for PDP” between the electrical chamber 6A and the electrical chamber C1-B? The pipes run along the same line as the TLAB pipes.

Correct. The current contractor of the "ambient Lab" already built the piping between the chambers 4A and C1-B, required for the maintenance shop project. And yes, they run along the same line. ***

The Chamber 6A indicated is a mistake in the drawings that will be corrected on the revised sheets attached to this responses. The correct chamber that C1-B connect to is Chamber 4A.

Will the current contractor working on the Existing Building on the right of the new Maintenance

Shop build the electronic systems piping “1T-1 Fire Alarm & 2T-2 Electronic Systems” between the first and second C-SEP communications chambers? The pipes run along the same line as the communication pipes of the existing building.

Correct. The current contractor of the "ambient Lab" already built the piping between the fisrt and second C-SEP, required for the maintenance shop project. And yes, they run along the same line.

Do you have a specific model for the shop sink? Or is it made of concrete? The Shop sink is custom made of concrete as indicated on revised sheet A-401

PDF file "1680001 A-401 (R1)"

The XXHW2 (XHHW2) CU drop cable is sold here in Panama, but by special order it takes between

45 and 60 days for delivery.

The contractor is responsable to place the orders and buy the materials coordinated with their construction schedule. knowing that this material take that ammount of time, the contractor will have to plan accordingly.

There is no safety switch for the AC machines, only the junction box. Please confirm this is correct. Refer to updated sheet E-121

PDF file "1680001 E-121 (R1)"

Special systems cabling is to be installed on a 12x2 tray. Confirm The 12x2 Tray will be for Special systems (Telecom & Security), but the cabling of this systems is not part of the SOW for this bidding.

113 Do we have to seal pipe access/passes through walls with a fire resistant sealant? Yes.

Electrical outlets embedded in block walls go in PVC or EMT tubing? In the notes it only states this for the floors

Pipes embedded in floors and block walls can be PVC. EMT pipes to be used when the pipe are exposed.

Type of paint for the exterior walls. The supplier tells us that the paint they specify is only for interiors

For exterior use the following type: SuperPaint exterior, mate.

General Conditions & SOW

Provide copy of the Contract Document to be signed 4. Invitation Letter (RFP) 33330221RF0010028 The RFP page 2 (

Standard Form 1442 )

121 General Conditions & SOW

Provide copy of the Bonds and Insurance documents to be furnished. Could they be in Spanish? Bonds and Insurance need to comply with the monetary coverage requested in the Request for Proposal Letter and Specifications. Is there any specific question from the insurance company that needs to be clarified by the project’s owner? Bonding and Insurance documents will need to be issued in English.

122 General Conditions & SOW Have the drawings already approved by local authorities? Yes, they have.

123 General Conditions & SOW

Does the project require a Quality Control Manager? Yes, it does. A designated quality control inspector if required from the contractor. Refer to Scope of Works, document section 3.7.

124 General Conditions & SOW Does the IDIQ contract applies to this bid? NO, full and open

125 General Conditions & SOW

Ref paragraph 17.3.4,STRI will issue a contract modification to cover additional work related to hazardous or toxic materials.

In case these type of materials are identified post contract award, Yes a contract modification will be issued to compensate the required actions from the contractor.

126 General Conditions & SOW Please identify the project areas that are related to Non-Public, Tenant and Secured spaces

Paragraph 7.1, General Conditions.

All the project is a non-public space. The access to existing occupied building shall be coordinated with COTR.

127 General Conditions & SOW Please confirm which trees to be trimmed and which trees should be completely removed. Refer to revised sheet C-101 PDF file "1680001 C-101 (R1)"

General Conditions & SOW

Please indicate the applicable regulations/laws to comply with paragraph “Commitment to

Sustainability”.

The Smithsonian Institution implements sustainable design according to federal environmental and energy management policies and mandates, with a commitment to achieving third-party sustainable building certifications, through U.S. Green Building Council

(USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) rating systems, to the maximum extent practicable, balancing all competing project priorities.

The Smithsonian Institution uses the International Energy Conservation

Code (IECC) as its standard for energy efficient design. The standard is incorporated by reference in the

International Building Code (IBC) and International Existing Building

Code (IEBC) for all levels of alterations, excluding repairs as defined within the IBC.

In addition, the Smithsonian refers to the guidelines in Executive Order

13514, “Federal

Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance” and

Executive Order 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy and Transportation

Management.” These

Executive Orders include standards for energy and water efficiency, renewable energy, waste prevention and recycling, and the acquisition of green products and services as environmental management strategies, which help the Institution attain its energy sustainability objectives and efficiency improvement and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals.

129 General Conditions & SOW

Ref paragraph 16.1 General Requirements, Contractor Responsibility for Submittals, indicated that required submittals are only the ones listed on every technical specification section only.

However, paragraph 3.12 indicated that all material, shop drawings and equipment must be submitted. Please clarify.

Refer to Section 3.12 of the Scope of Works document. Contractor is responsible for submitting materials, shop drawings, equipment for the approval of the project's COTR.

130 General Conditions & SOW

Does the contract require Pre-Construction meetings? If so, please provide requirements? A Pre construction meeting is required after contract award.

Subsequent preconstruction meetings for each major trade is required, as coordinated by the COTR.

131 General Conditions & SOW Ref paragraph 4.8 SOW, who should certify the data and CCTV systems? Ceritications and test for this systems are not included in the SOW of this project.

132 General Conditions & SOW What is the precedence between paragraph 17.2 General Requirements and sections of Technical

Specifications?

Paragraph 17.2 of general requirements to be follow.

133 General Conditions & SOW

What is the precedence between design and technical specifications? Where design elements in the drawings have different parameters compared to those applicable in the Specifications, then Specs will have precedence unless otherwise indicated in this document.

134 General Conditions & SOW

Considering discrepancies between technical specs and design, please confirm if STRI will issue revised technical specs.

No revised Specifications document will be reissued by the

Smitshonian for the bid process. This document clarifies elements identified by bidders on what they have to consider as applicable and which information has to be selected in order to price the works.

ELECTRICAL

DRAWINGS

Please confirm that electrical design fully complies with the NEC requirements as well as local applicable regulations.

Confirmed. Design and construction to fully comply with NEC and local applicable regulations.

ELECTRICAL

DRAWINGS

Please confirm height mounting and horizontal position for all receptacles Refer to "notas de altura de tomas y posicion" & "notas de instalacion en columna o perimetrales en interior y exterior del edificio" on sheet

E-101

ELECTRICAL

DRAWINGS

Please indicate receptacles and data outlets to be embedded in floors. Please provide manufacturer model for reference

This project does not have electrical receptacles or data outlets embedded in floors.

ELECTRICAL

DRAWINGS

Please confirm all suggested mounting heights and horizontal positions (receptacles, special systems, cameras, cable tray, etc) indicated in Dwgs E-1.01, E-1-11, E-1-31 and E-1-41

For sheet E-101, refer to answer of question # 189.

For Sheet E-111, refer to "notas de altura de luces y posicion" on this sheet.

For Sheet E-131, refer to "notas de altura de salidas de data, controles de acceso, camaras de CCTV" on this sheet; also for Cable tray mounting height, refer to note D at "nota bandeja aterrizaje, tuberias y alambrado".

For sheet E-141, refer to “notas de altura de alarma” on this sheet.

ELECTRICAL

DRAWINGS

Note 7 Dwg E-1-31 makes reference to dwg 602, please furnish such drawing Refer to attached image "Answer to question 193"

PNG File "Answer to question 145"

146 SOV Lighting fixtures room troffer 2x 4 doesnt appear This item has been added to the schedule of values.

SOV

In the drawings we didnt see Safety Outlets Safety Switches were incorporated in the updated drawings.