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04-09-2026

523A5-18-371 36C241 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 1 VA Central Western Massachusetts HCS 421 North Main Street Leeds MA 01053-9764

36C241 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 1 VA Central Western Massachusetts HCS 421 North Main Street Leeds MA 01053-9764 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24126Q0250 02-24-2026

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The purpose of this amendment is to:

1) Provide responses to the RFIs received.

2) Provide the Site Visit Sign-in sheet.

3) Provide corrected drawings/Specs based on RFIs received. See attached Drawings/Specs

4) Contractors are required to submit a complete list of subcontrators it plans to use to complete all required work with its proposals.

5) Provides Infection Control Risk Assessments and the VHA Pre-Construction Risk Assessment. See attached ICRA and PCRA.

6) The proposal submission remains 4:00PM EST on 4/30/2026.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Heather Libiszewski-Gallien Contracting Officer

523A5-18-371 Building 4 Elevator Replacement (Brockton) RFIs Q & As

1.) Spec Section 02-82-11

1.1.2 Extent of work D-3

Requirement: The Contractor shall remove and dispose of visible debris, loose stones and masonry from areas requiring plumber access and make smooth the existing surface of the soil without significant regrading of the existing soil.

Question: Access into the crawlspace was not permitted due to the asbestos hazard and confined space safety requirement, please indicate the volume of waste to be carried so all of the subcontractors can compete fairly on this item.

RESPONSE:

There are multiple access points on drawings and Contractor shall be required to review and confirm in field prior to submitting a completed abatement plan as required. See specification 02 82 11 TRADITIONAL ASBESTOS ABATEMENT para 2.4.1.C: Submit Asbestos Hazard Abatement Plan developed specifically for this project, incorporating the requirements of the specifications, prepared, signed and dated by the CPIH/CIH.

2.) 3.1.3 Negative pressure filtration system

Requirement: The Contractor shall provide enough HEPA negative air machines to effect > - 0.02” WCG pressure. The Competent Person shall determine the number of units needed for the regulated area by dividing the cubic feet in the regulated area by 15 and then dividing that result by the cubic feet per minute (CFM) for each unit to determine the number of units needed to effect > - 0.02” WCG pressure. Provide a standby unit in the event of machine failure and/or emergency in an adjacent area.

Question: Access into the crawlspace was not permitted due to the asbestos hazard and confined space safety requirement, please indicate the square footprint of the space and average height for the HEPA filtered negative air calculations.

RESPONSE:

See response to question #1.

3.) 3.1.3.1 Design and layout A.

Requirement: Before start of work submit the design and layout of the regulated area and the negative air machines. The submittal shall indicate the number of, location of and size of negative air machines. The point(s) of exhaust, air flow within the regulated area, anticipated negative pressure differential, and supporting calculations for sizing shall be provided.

Question: Please provide the location for the HEPA filtered negative fan unit exhaust and if there is a need for any construction / adaptation for the units to ventilate to the building exterior so all of the subcontractors can compete fairly on this item.

RESPONSE:

See response to question #1 4.) Per the SOW.

it states “All elevators work necessary for the Modernization of existing elevators must be executed by a Massachusetts licensed Class C11 Elevator contractor.” The C11 license is specific to the state of California only. Will this be a requirement? Please advise.

RESPONSE:

All elevator trade work must be executed by a Massachusetts Licensed Elevator Company with a valid EC #.

5.) Please confirm.

Please confirm the SSHO must be separate from the QCM and the superintendent.

RESPONSE: Per contract specification section 013526 page #10, the SSHO must be a separate qualified individual from the Prime Contractor’s Superintendent and/or Quality Control Manager with duties only as the SSHO.

6.) Can the QCM be the superintendent?

RESPONSE: Per contract specification section 014500, the CQC System Manager may also have site superintendent duties.

7.) Please advise if the temporary ramp is needed when each of the elevators are offline?

RESPONSE:

As per 4.AS804 General Notes, #1.

CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY RAMP FOR TEMPORARY FOOD SERVICE CART ACCESS TO BUILDING 4 DURING ELEVATOR DISRUPTIONS. THE INTENT IS TO PROVIDE FOOD SERVICE CARTS TO BUILDING 4 FIRST FLOOR FROM BUILDING 20. WHEN BOTH BUILDING 4 ELEVATORS ARE INOPERABLE DURING FOOD SERVICE, IT IS INTENDED THAT FOOD SERVICE CARTS SHALL BE MOVED FROM BUILDING 20 VIA RAMP TO TOP OF TUNNEL (FIRST FLOOR BUILDING 4 LEVEL) AND DISTRIBUTED DIRECT TO FIRST FLOOR DINING ROOM WITH SERVICE TRAYS MANUALLY CARRIED TO SECOND FLOOR DINING ROOM.

Intent is for ramp to be available for use during entire construction period in the event of both elevators being inoperable at the same time.

8.) Confirm whether VA requires a full-time onsite Superintendent dedicated solely to this project for the full 365-day duration and SSHO separate role.

RESPONSE: Yes, that is correct.

9.) Provide official ICRA matrix classification for: Penthouse, Elevator Shaft, Lobbies RESPONSE: See 4.AD110 ICRA Notes:

BASEMENT / FIRST FLOOR / SECOND FLOOR:

Type C Construction: Work that generates a moderate to high level of dust or requires demolition or removal of any fixed building components or assemblies; Risk Group 2 medium risk = Class III ICRA precautions to include but is not limited to:

During Construction:

1. Remove or Isolate HVAC system in area where work is being done to prevent contamination of duct system.

2. Complete all critical barriers i.e. sheetrock, plywood, plastic, to seal area from non-work area or implement control cube method (cart with plastic covering and sealed connection to work site with HEPA vacuum for vacuuming prior to exit) before construction begins.

3. Maintain negative air pressure within work site utilizing HEPA equipped air filtration units.

4. Contain construction waste before transport in tightly covered containers.

5. Cover transport receptacles or carts. Tape covering unless solid lid.

After Construction:

1. Do not remove barriers from work area until completed project is inspected by the owner’s Safety Department and Infection Prevention & Control Department and thoroughly cleaned by the owner’s Environmental Services Department.

2. Remove barrier materials carefully to minimize spreading of dirt and debris associated with construction.

3. Vacuum work area with HEPA filtered vacuums.

4. Wet mop area with cleaner/disinfectant.

5. Upon completion, restore HVAC system where work was performed.

PENTHOUSE:

Type C construction: Work that generates a moderate to high level of dust or requires demolition or removal of any fixed building components or assemblies; Risk Group 0 no risk- patients and medical staff do not have access to penthouse and therefore there should be no risk.

Elevator shafts should be isolated as part of the work area.

10.) Confirm approved laydown area location, dumpster location

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-4.GI110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) for Site and Site access information including possible laydown areas and dumpster location. See contract specification section 010000; the contractor shall request placement of a dumpster onto VA property through a written request to the VA COR identifying on a site plan approximate propose location of dumpster. See full details.

11.) Loading dock hours of operation and coordination procedures

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-4.GI110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) and Access Keynote SA4: CONTRACTOR TO USE LOADING DOCK FOR EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY DELIVERIES. CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE SCHEDULE OF DELIVERIES WITH VA AND HAVE LIMIT TIME AVAILABLE.

And See attachment (26_0327-4.GI110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) DELIVERIES AND STAGING SHALL BE JIT (JUST IN TIME). EQUIPMENT DELIVERY AND CONTRACTOR CIRCULATION ROUTES ARE TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO OTHER CONCURRENT PROJECTS AT THE TIME WORK COMMENCES. CONTRACTOR MUST COORDINATE WITH VA TO ACCOMPLISH PROJECT GIVEN CONDITIONS AT HAND.

See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIRMENTS for typical hours, access and notification procedure. As per para 1.6.F: Work shall be accomplished during normal work hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm (unless approved by the VA) excluding Federal holidays, as to cause the least interferences possible with the normal activities of the facility and the surrounding areas.

12.) Crane off-hours work at BLDG 4

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-4.GI110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) and Access Keynote SA1: EXISTING PARKING SPACES TO BE BLOCKED DURING ROOFTOP EQUIPMENT LOADING / UNLOADING ONLY, PARKING TO REMAIN OTHERWISE. 14-CALENDAR DAY WRITTEN NOTICE TO VA IS REQUIRED TO TAKE OVER PARKING SPACES FOR CRANE ACCESS FOR LOADING/UNLOADING EQUIPMENT.4. DELIVERIES AND STAGING SHALL BE JIT (JUST IN TIME). EQUIPMENT DELIVERY AND CONTRACTOR CIRCULATION ROUTES ARE TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO OTHER CONCURRENT PROJECTS AT THE TIME WORK COMMENCES. CONTRACTOR MUST COORDINATE WITH VA TO ACCOMPLISH PROJECT GIVEN CONDITIONS AT HAND.

And See attachment (26_0327-4.GI110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) and Access General Notes #12. CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE CRANE LIFT WITH COR AND PROVIDE MINIMUM 21-DAY NOTICE. CRANE OPERATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED OFF-HOURS TO MINIMIZE DISRUPTIONS TO HOSPITAL OPERATIONS.

13.) Confirm if third-party rescue team must be physically onsite during shaft entry or if standby rescue plan is acceptable.

RESPONSE:

As the Government understands the question, the contactor is asking the following: Is onsite rescue gear, setup to retrieve the entrant, acceptable as an alternative to an on-site rescue team?

The requirement is for a Permit Required Confined Space (PRCS) rescue team to respond in a timely manner (interpreted to be 15 minutes). Ideally, the PRCS rescue team should not need to enter the shaft, and be able to retrieve the entrant from the bottom of the shaft using equipment. However, the things that make the elevator shaft a PRCS are the moving cart, the associated systems (i.e. pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic) that move the car, and the atmosphere in the shaft itself. If all of those hazards can be mitigated (car and systems locked out/tagged out, or otherwise secured to prevent movement, and atmosphere to be non hazardous and stable), then the shaft can be re-classified as non-PRCS for a set amount of time (typically 8 hour shifts). However, VA Safety and VA IH still reserve the right to require additional measures, such as continuous monitoring to be checked at random times. Additionally, if the general contractor cannot adequately satisfy the requirements to re-classify as non-PRCS, then they will be required to have a third-party rescue team physically on site during shaft entry.

The general contractor is responsible for providing all Safety, OSHA, and VA requirements related to a permit required confined space safety plan, and activity hazard analysis, prior to approval of PRCS entry. This includes, but is not limited to, PRCS and Non-PRCS forms, Air Monitoring, Ventilation, PPE, Emergency Procedures, Training Certifications, Emergency Extraction Plans, Rescue Team Credentials, Plan of Action and request for PRCS Re-Classification with backup documentation, etc. VA Safet, IH, M&O, Facilities, and Projects will review all documentation and an in-person meeting may be required at the site (PRCS) to review documentation.

14.) Confirm background check and badging process duration for all workers.

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIRMENTS and para 1.5.B for Security Procedures and information describing the criteria for each type of badge. See also para 1.5.B.2 Contractors are required to submit to the Contracting Officer a list of personnel to be mobilized for the work associated with the contract/task order scope of work to be completed under this specification to the CO and COR. The list is to include current status of SAC background investigation, i.e. – SAC + NACI, date completed; SAC, date completed; pertinent certifications.

15.) Onsite field office trailer location

RESPONSE

Contractor trailers shall be limited to one (1) and a maximum size of 8’(W) x 24’(L). Contractor shall locate the contractor construction trailer to an agreed upon location on site with VA Engineering, VA Grounds, VA Police and VA Safety. The contractor shall request placement of trailer from the VA COR identifying on a marked-up site plan (using Google Earth screen shot) the approximate proposed location of the trailer for VA review and approval. The mark-up must include showing distance from nearby structures per NFPA requirements (NFPA 241 and others), distance from nearby emergency utilities such as hydrants/PIV valves, E-Call stations, show placement over underground utilities, show nearby catch basins/MH covers, show trees/vegetation, show nearby equipment on ground such as chillers, show proposed temporary fencing layout with gates, show erosion controls, show temporary lighting, etc. Contractor construction trailer shall be removed from site upon completion of construction. Contractor shall identify temporary power for contractor construction trailer. Temporary Power for Office Trailer (This is required to be agreed upon prior to mobilizing trailer). Contractor shall provide a marked-up site plan for temporary power tie-in. This shall illustrate tie-in connection points, run of conduit, etc. from the office trailer location to the point of termination. It shall identify breakers, conduit, hangers, etc. that shall be used. Because this is typically prior to material approval submittals, the contactor shall provide a letter stating any material to be installed is in accordance with and meets the contract documents, NFPA, NEC. Contractor shall coordinate & schedule a meeting/site visit with VA COR, VA M&O Foreman and VA Electrician to review and discuss proposed temporary power routing, building entry, breaker identification and affected areas by tie-in. Contractor shall coordinate with the VA to install necessary breaker in the existing spare for tie-in. This will require OSHA cards and MA electrical licenses for those performing the work and a written request from Contractor to interrupt utilities. Please see the contract documents for the utility outage written request. It shall include affected areas (i.e., what areas will be without power during this outage). It shall also request VA COR for Lock-Out/Tag-Out as this would be required for VA Lock and Tag as electrical work shall be accomplished with all affected circuits or equipment de-energized. The temp power line - If this is to remain above grade, a ramp will be required to be installed the entire run as to allow landscape equipment to pass over or will be required to be installed below grade per NEC. All work shall be in accordance with the latest edition of NFPA101, NEC, and all Federal, State and local codes. Contractor shall seal all exterior penetrations to match existing conditions and make weatherproof and fire proof. Keep the integrity of the structure. Contractors shall be limited to two (2) on-site storage boxes/containers at a time. Storage boxes/containers shall be removed from site upon completion of construction. Contractor shall request placement of all storage boxes/containers from the VA COR identifying on a marked-up site plan (using Google Earth screen shot) the approximate proposed location of the trailer(s) for VA review and approval. Contractor shall identify temporary power for contractor construction trailer. All office trailers, storage containers, fencing or other approved structures that the general contractor may be allowed to erect on campus must all have a weatherproof sign posted visibly to the public with the company name of the general contractor along with the 24/7 point of contact mobile phone number and email address for both either the project manager and/or the site superintendent or other GC designated individual in the event the VA requires to notify the GC that the entity is required to be relocated, moved or other instance occurs in the event of an emergency or natural disaster.

16.) Engineered rigging plan-PE stamp

See Specification 22 05 11 and para 3.3.E; Contractor shall check all clearances, weight limitations and shall provide a rigging plan designed by a Registered Professional Engineer. All modifications to structures, including reinforcement thereof, shall be at Contractor's cost, time and responsibility. Specification 23 05 11 sim.

17.) Confirm exact beam location and whether beam must be installed prior to removal of existing elevator

RESPONSE:

See sheet 4.SS111 for location and 2/4.SS111 for detail. Also, see 18/4.AS410 for elevation. Installation and sequencing are means and methods.

18.) Roof warranty, clarify responsibility

RESPONSE:

EXISTING TPO ROOF WARRANTY: THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ARRANGE WITH ELEVATE, (AMRIZE BUILDING ENVELOPE LLC) 800-428-4442, REFERENCE RED SHIELD WARRANTY #700487331 AND PROJECT #4744731, AND SHALL CARRY ALL RELATED COSTS FOR THE MANUFACTURER'S TECHNICAL INSPECTOR/REPRESENTATIVE BE ON-SITE TO VERIFY THAT TEMPORARY PROTECTION IS ADEQUATE, AND THAT THE EXISTING ROOF SYSTEM WAS NOT DAMAGED DURING DELIVERY AND REMOVAL OF NEW EQUIPMENT IN ORDER TO CONTINUE COVERAGE OF THE MANUFACTURER'S ROOF SYSTEM WARRANTY FOR THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY TERMS.

See addendum #2, sheet GI110, SITE AND ACCESS GENERAL NOTE #5 See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS para 1.9.C.5 Comply with requirements of existing roof system manufacturer’s warranty requirements for roofing systems under warranty.

19.) Work hours and noise restrictions, off-hour work.

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIRMENTS 1.6.F: Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others. Work shall be accomplished during normal work hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm (unless approved by the VA) excluding Federal holidays, as to cause the least interferences possible with the normal activities of the facility and the surrounding areas. Work required to be done off-hours shall be limited to work necessary to limit disruption to Hospital Operations and must be approved in advance by COR. Submit request to COR minimum 7 days in advance for work less than 8 hours and 14 days for work requiring more than 8 hours off-hours. Use of equipment and tools that transmit vibrations and noises through the building structure, are not permitted in buildings that are occupied, during construction, jointly by patients or medical personnel, and Contractor's personnel, except as permitted by and coordinated with the COR where required by limited working space.

20.) Submittal approval long lead time impacts (elevators, etc)

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 32 16.15 PROJECT SCHEDULES for schedule requirements.

See Specification 01 33 23 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES for submittal requirements.

21.) Confirm required protection method for lobby finishes during car and component removal (temporary walls, etc)

RESPONSE:

Means and methods. See sheet 4.AD110 for temporary barriers and DEMOLITION GENERAL NOTES #5. TAKE ALL PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO EXISTING SURFACES TO REMAIN OR ANY SALVAGE ITEMS. WHEN REMOVING PORTIONS OF WALL OR CEILINGS TAKE ALL PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT STRUCTURAL DAMAGE.

#6. ANY DAMAGE TO STRUCTURE, FINISHES, ETC. DUE TO WORK SHALL BE REPAIRED BY CONTRACTOR AT NO COST TO 22.) Confirm if new guide rail anchorage locations will align with existing inserts or new anchors

RESPONSE:

This is a modernization of existing elevators. No new guide rails should be installed. If new rails are installed, they would need to attach to existing anchor points and meet all required code for deflection and support.

23.) Perimeter roof guardrail system present, additional fall protection requirements

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIRMENTS 24.) Confirm duration each elevator will be offline

RESPONSE:

See specification section 010000 for Phasing requirements and intent. The Contractor shall develop and present to, VHA BHS Engineering, for review and approval, a written Construction Phasing Plan (CPP) that identifies all required information to accomplish the intended work of the construction sequencing. The CPP shall indicate phasing sequence, length of intended phases and shutdowns and clearly define all systems and spaces that are affected. The contractor shall not be permitted to commence construction activities until all submittals identified within the drawings and specifications have been submitted and are approved by the Government. Only after all submittals are approved may the Contractor then submit an official written request to start construction activities at a minimum of 30 days in advance of the requested start date.

See Specification 01 32 16.15 PROJECT SCHEDULES 25.) Existing equipment ID’s numbers and verification for weight-rigging

RESPONSE:

Contractor to VIF (Verify in the Field).

26.) Please confirm if taxes should be carried in proposals?

RESPONSE: No, Massachusetts is Tax Exempt, a ST 5 and tax-exempt form will be provided to the awardee.

27.) Please confirm if any state, local, and/or Federal permits will be required on this project?

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for Federal permitting requirements and Permitting forms. State and Local authorities do not have jurisdiction.

28.) Please confirm if there are any known hazardous materials? Has a hazardous materials survey been conducted? If so, is there a report that could be provided.

RESPONSE:

See Specification 00 01 00 TABLE OF CONTENTS, 01 Appendix. Regulated Building Materials Survey Report included in specifications.

29.) Please confirm is Superintendent can also be the SSHO and QC Manager?

RESPONSE: See response to question #5.

30.) Please provide spec section 087100 Door Hardware. It's missing from the spec. Please make sure the Hardware Sets that are called out in the Door Schedule are included in the spec.

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-Spec-087100-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-3710) 31.) On drawing 4.AS803, the hollow metal frame details for the Roof Access Door (Door # PHC04a) show an unequal rabbet, closed back frame. Is this actually required, or is a standard, equal rabbet, open back frame like the one shown for the interior doors, on 4.AS802, acceptable?

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-4.AS803-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371)

32.) There is no jamb depth given for the frame at PHC04a. The frame details on 4.AS803 scale to 11-3/4". Is this the correct jamb depth for this frame?

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-4.AS803-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) 33.) Elevations 1/4.AS803 and 2/4.AS803 both show the frame for Door # PHC04A being a standard three-sided frame, with a head, a hinge jamb, and a strike jamb. Frame detail 11/4.AS803 shows the sill also being hollow metal frame instead of a standard threshold. Please verify which one is correct.

RESPONSE:

See attachment (26_0327-4.AS803-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371) 34.) The Door Schedule calls for all but one of the doors to have a 2-hour fire rating. These doors will actually have a 1 ½ hour fire rating, which is what's required in a 2-hour wall. There is no such thing as a 2-hour fire rating on doors and/or frames.

RESPONSE:

Door Schedule refers to rated partition system- confirm 1 ½ hr rated door in 2hr rated partition assembly.

35.) Please confirm if any ACT ceiling work is required for this project? There is a note regarding ACT ceiling and a lengthy Acoustical Ceiling spec section that does not specify basis of design. Please advise.

RESPONSE:

No new ACT scope, Contractor is responsible for coordinating with existing, including temporary partitions and shall be responsible for replacing damaged ACT system to match existing as required.

36.) Please confirm whether both elevators are included in the base bid or if the deduct alternate for keeping the passenger elevator in service is mandatory or optional.

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIRMENTS para 1.3 STATEMENT OF OFFER ITEM(S).

37.) Please confirm the exact limits of work in areas marked “not in scope” where access, utility connections, or minor modifications are still required to complete the work.

RESPONSE:

See 4.GI001 GENERAL NOTES, #2 CONTRACT LIMIT LINES SHALL BE WHERE INDICATED ON THE DRAWINGS. HOWEVER, IN ORDER TO COMPLETE OR FACILITATE INDICATED WORK, CONTRACTOR MAY BE REQUIRED TO CARRY OUT WORK ADJACENT TO, BUT OUTSIDE INDICATED LIMITS OR TO CONNECT UTILITIES BETWEEN NON-CONTIGUOUS WORK AREAS. No additional clarification shall be provided.

38.) Please confirm working hours?

RESPONSE:

See response to RFI #11.

39.) Please confirm temporary elevator use restrictions? Is contractor use of either elevator allowed?

RESPONSE:

See Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIRMENTS para 1.20 TEMPORARY USE OF NEW ELEVATORS, Contractor shall not be allowed use of new elevator(s) and by extension shall not be allowed to use existing elevators when only one elevator is in service.

40.) Is the existing roof under warranty?

RESPONSE:

See response to RFI #18 41.) Does the 365-day period of performance include submittal review, CPP approval, and long-lead elevator equipment times? Or can the period of performance be extended.

RESPONSE: Yes, all contract requirements are to be completed within the 365-day period of performance. See response to RFI #24.

42.) Please confirm phasing requirements for this project.

RESPONSE:

See 4.GI120 Construction Sequencing & Circulation – Phase 2 and 3 and see Specification 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIRMENTS para 1.6.H Phasing. See response to RFI #24.

43.) Can the government provide the fire alarm contractor (Encore) contact information?

RESPONSE:

Contractor shall VIF; Encore (800) 966-0000 44.) Can the government provide the Hirsch/security contractor (Everon) contact information?

RESPONSE:

Contractor shall VIF; Hirsh (800) 809-8880 45.) Can the government provide the transfer switch contractor (Russ Electric) contact information?

Contractor shall VIF; Russ (781) 749-6000

46.) Please confirm if there will be a button provided for Code Blue in the elevator?

Provide cabling in accordance with ES600 to location indicated on ES203 47.) Please confirm where the main water meter in the basement is located?

RESPONSE:

The work indicated on Note 3 on ES203 connecting to the water service is not required

ATTACHMENTS:

See attached document: 26_0327-4.AS803-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371.

See attached document: 26_0327-4.GI000-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371.

See attached document: 26_0327-4.GI110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371.

See attached document: 26_0327-Cover-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371.

See attached document: 26_0327-Spec-087100-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371.

See attached document: 26_0327-Spec-000110-Add2 B4Elev 523A5-18-371.

See attached document: S06 VHA PCRA 2024 1 COR 002.

See attached document: S06 VHA ICRA-1 3 Jan 3 2025.

See attached document: Sign-In Sheet - 523A5-18-371 - Building 4 Elevator Replacement - Solictation Walkthru 10MARCH26.

See attached document: Site Visit Form - 523A5-18-371 - Building 4 Elevator Replacement - Solicitation Walkthru 10MARCH26.