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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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Relocate LGY Office

1. Will there be a second site visit after all questions have been answered?

ANSWER – If determined by the CO that a second site visit is required then the VA will offer one. At this time the VA does not see the need for a second site visit. Please contact the CO immediately should you feel that a second site visit is required in order to adequately propose on this project.

2. Where will open tops be located for debris?

ANSWER – Adjacent to the chiller plant in the loading dock area.

3. Can we utilize disposal carts on site or will we need to provide those for the debris?

ANSWER – The government will provide one disposal cart. Any additional carts will be provided by the contractor.

4. Are there any time restrictions for hours of use of the service elevator?

ANSWER – No, because all work must be conducted after hours from 6pm – 6am.

5. Is there an environmental statement for the carpet that is to be disposed?

ANSWER – No, but the government may have the manufacturer spec sheet should it be required.

6. Are PODS allowed on site to hold materials until needed?

ANSWER – Yes, PODS are allowed on site. POD placement must be coordinated with the

COR.

7. Will we be allowed to put up temporary walls/ barricades to contain our drywall dust?

ANSWER – Yes, this is preferred by the VA.

8. The walls are supposed to terminate at the bottom of the acoustical ceiling; the doors and action will require all hinge sides of the frames to be braced to the deck above. The general means and methods would suggest penetrating the ceiling tile every eight (8) feet to tie kickers off to the ceiling deck.

ANSWER – If required it is permissible to tie into the ceiling deck above.

9. Can the bottom wall track have mechanical fasteners used to attach wall sections to the subfloor?

ANSWER – Yes.

10. SOW 3.2.5 indicates that the walls are 2x4 metal construction and the insulation should be R45. The maximum thickness of the insulation in a 2x4 wall is R13, which is correct?

ANSWER – R13 insulation may be used in lieu of R45.

11. On page 4 of the SOW it reads: “…the LGY Office Suite will be constructed with electronic activation that includes HID card (PIV) reader with cipher number pad; door system must be compatible and connecting to existing OCURE 9000, Version 2.30.1730.1101 security system.” Since there is not manufacturer listed, nor was there a unit in the location of the work to reference, we need a specification to be able to properly source this unit. Can you provide the specification on the electronic activation that included HID card (PIV) reader?

ANSWER – For pricing/compatibility purposes the specs for the HID card (PIV) reader is as follows: RDR, RPK40, MULTICLASS, SE REV E, KPD, STD PROX, STD, WIEGAN, card reader with key pad.

12. Will our Sprinkler sub have access to the riser room to tie into the existing fire suppression system?

ANSWER – If access to the riser room will be required then yes access will be provided. Please note however that all work must be coordinated with the Bay Pines Safety Office prior to initiation.

13. Is there a monitoring company that will be notified of the down time on the system?

ANSWER – Yes, the Bay Pines Safety Office monitors the fire control panel. Any additions or modifications to the fire suppression system must include a complete re-commissioning of the fire control panel/system with the Bay Pines Safety Office present, as well as a representative from SimplexGrinnell.

14. Section 4.2 Safety OSHA the paragraph reads: “an OSHA designated competent person… will maintain a presence at the work site whenever the general or subcontractors are not present.” Since the work time is 6PM to 6AM will a competent person need to be present from 6AM to 6PM since the general and subs will not be on site?

ANSWER – No, the intent of this statement was to account for any time when the prime’s competent person is not on site during the scheduled working hours of 6pm – 6am (if for example they had to run an errand or pick up supplies), and workers remained on site. During this time they would need to insure that someone (another competent person) is left in charge during their absence. No competent person is needed during the non-working hours.

15. Section 1.1 Scope States 2 X 4 Metal Stud Walls with R45 Insulation. This standard is not feasible with standard bat insulation. Please clarify.

ANSWER – Please also see question 10. R13 is acceptable.

16. Section 1.1 Scope states base trim is to be clear pine; however, there are no millwork specifications for base dimensions or profile. Please provide base trim size and profile information.

ANSWER –

17. Complete Carpet specifications are provided. However, no colors, style or manufacturer is mentioned. Is the carpeting to be selected by the contractor?

ANSWER – No, the carpeting is not to be selected by the contractor. The carpet should match the existing carpet. The current carpet specifications are as follows (nominal manufacturing variances acceptable):

• Carpet must be on GSA Schedule 72 SIN 31-303. Color sample TBD.

• The total weight of carpet (back plus face) - Min 100 oz./sq. yd.

• Carpet tile: 24" X 24"

• Carpet face construction weight: Min 15 oz./sq. yd.

• Carpet face pile height: Min .187 inch

• Carpet pile: Loop pile

• Dye method: Solution dyed

• Fiber system: Nylon

• Soil/stain protection: Yes, state your method

• Tufting substrate: Synthetic non-woven

• Fire resistant: Minimum passes ASTM (D-2859) or comparable test.

• Carpet Backing: Cushion Modular with full coverage peel & stick (or comparable glue/stick down system).

18. Are we to but the walls to the existing Drop Ceiling or take the walls all the way to the deck?

ANSWER – The walls are to go to the suspended ceiling. Reference Section 3.2.5 of the SOW.

19. Please provide contractor name that Installs and services the VARO Card access and door lock system per the specifications.

ANSWER – See below

Michael Hunter Regional Account Manager Tyco Integrated Security Federal Systems Division 10500 University Center Dr. Ste. 275 Tampa, FL 33612 Phone: 813-804-6757 Cell: 813-356-8483 Fax: 813-978-8587

20. Section 3.2.5 States: Walls will be constructed of aluminum studs with baseboards fastened to floor panels. It appears that section 3.2.5.1.2 contradicts this statement. Are Steel Studs acceptable or do all interior wall studs need to be aluminum?

ANSWER – Aluminum studs are to be used unless it is determined by the contractor that they are not sufficient for securing the drywall.

21. Section 3.2.5 States each door will contain a side window. Will this be for all doors or just the interior office doors?

ANSWER – All doors.

22. What type of doors are the VA looking to have installed? Metal/hollow core/solid/wood type, etc. Can the VA provide a door schedule?

ANSWER – The VA does not have a door schedule to provide, but wood, hollow core doors will be sufficient to meet our needs.

23. Does the VA have a carpet tile make/model number for the currently installed carpet? Tile size 2’x2’/1’x1’ for pricing purposes?

ANSWER – Please see the response to Question #17.

24. Can the VA provide the make/model of the existing VAV boxes to match to the existing system?

ANSWER – See page 35 (B.2) of the SOW for current VAV device specifications.

25. Will a test and balance be required for this project per the SOW?

ANSWER – Yes a test and balance is required for this project, as it is essential that the new HVAC system be compatible with the existing system.

26. Please clarify as to what you are trying to show with the round symbol. I understand the others to be data and phone, but what is the round one?

ANSWER – The symbol was to show a wall receptacle: The graphic did not come over well when converting from AutoCAD to .pdf