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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 03-08-2021 632-353 36C242 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 James J. Peters VA Medical Center 130 West Kingsbridge Road Bronx NY 10468-3904 36C242 Department of Veterans Affairs James J. Peters VA Medical Center Network Contracting Office 2 130 West Kingsbridge Road Bronx NY 10468-3904 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24220B0063 03-08-2021

X X X Wednesday 3/24/2021 at 2:00 PM EST X This amendment to solicitation number 36C24220B0063 for project number 632-353 Renovate and Expand Emergency Department is to publish responses to prebid questions and request for information (RFI) submitted by prospective bidders.

Refer to the continuation page for the responses and attachements related to some of the responses.

Bid due dates have been extended to Wednesday March 24, 2021 at 2:00 PM EST. Refer to page 5 of the original solicitation for Virtual Bid Submission and Opening Instruction.

ALL bids shall be emailed to Richard Adu, Administrative Contracting Officer, at Richard.Adu@va.gov prior to the bid opening time. EMAIL SUBJECT LINE: Solicitation 36C24220B0063 – COMPANY NAME.

All the terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged.

Christina Katz Contracting Officer RFI for 632-353 Renovate and Expand Emergency Department

1. Verify deck type, and insulation thickness of existing roof areas.

Response: GC to verify in the field.

2. The current Bid Due date is February 10th at 2:00pm. Has there been any consideration for a bid extension?

Response: Wednesday March 10, 2021 at 2:00pm EST.

3. RFI concerning the Arjo ceiling mounted patient lifts We understand the project will include 4 existing Arjo ceiling lift systems that we will dismount, store and re-install during renovation and 3 entirely new Arjo systems. Our questions for the project are as follows:

i. Will the existing systems that are dismounted be re-installed in the EXACT location/configuration/track layout/shape/size/ceiling height?

Response: All existing tracks are reinstalled at new locations.

New configurations are NOT exactly the same as existing.

ii. For the existing bariatric lift in C1-24, please understand that we do not have the capability to utilize gates with our 1000 lb. motor. We can only use gates and turntables with our 600 lb. systems. Can we make this room 600 lb. capable and re-install the 1000 lb. system in another room?

Response: A 1000 lb system is required at C1-24. Provide an entirely new system with 1000 lb capacity, by another manufacturer if necessary, capable of transferring patient from bed to toilet.

iii. Drawing AS620 reads AFF ceiling heights to be 8’UNO, where drawing AS610 reads ceiling heights are to be 9’? Please confirm. It is always preferable to have higher ceilings when dealing with bariatric patients, allows greater stroke length of ceiling lift motor strap.

Response: Dwg AS620 does not call for the ceiling height to be 8’-0” AFF. It calls for the bottom of the lift tracks to be at 8’-0”. Dwg AS610 calls for the ceiling height to be 9’-0” and details 3&4/AS620 shows the track suspended below the ceiling which is consistent with the heights indicated for both the track and the ceiling on the drawings.

iv. Drawing AS620 detail 2(room C1-1023) shows the rail as both new and existing ceiling lift track. Please confirm if this is a new or existing system.

Response: Primary rails are relocated existing. Transvers rail is new.

v. Will we have on-site storage provided to us when we dismount the existing ceiling lift systems? Or will we have to arrange for off-site storage?

Response: Prime Contractor’s responsibility.

vi. Will ceilings be removed for our re-installs/new installations?

Response: Ceilings will be removed.

vii. If ceilings are to be removed, will new ceilings be the same height as the existing ceilings?

Response: New ceilings are 9’ AFF. Existing ceilings are 8’ AFF.

viii. Will we be able to reuse our existing threaded rod drops or will all existing above ceiling rod need to be removed during demo? We will have to replace all lateral bracing with unistrut as we will not reuse the adjustable lateral bracing that was used with your original installation.

Response: All existing above ceiling rod will be removed during Demo.

ix. Will the awarded GC provide all necessary ICRA? Our basic ICRA is plastic and sticky mats.

Response: The GC/Prime Contractor should provide all necessary ICRA.

x. Will the electric outlets for the new systems be provided by others? Our charging detail is attached.

Response: Prime Contractor responsibility, reference solicitation documents.

xi. Are seismic installations required?

RBSD response: Seismic installations are required.

xii. Is Union labor required?

Response: Wages are per Davis-Bacon Act – reference the solicitation for further information. Competent personnel are required to work on the project and are to be paid based on the Davis-Bacon Wage Rate published with solicitation whether they are Union employees or not Union employees.

xiii. Will our installers be required to attend a safety orientation class before work begins?

Response: Prime Contractor responsibility, reference contract documents.

xiv. Are payment and performance bonds required?

Response: Yes, Payment and Performance Bonds are required per solicitation.

xv. It is understood that wage determination applies for this project. Will certified payroll be required as well?

Response: Yes, prime Contractor is responsible to provide all certified payroll and daily logs.

xvi. May we deliver materials directly to the job site? Is there a loading dock able to receive material?

Response: Prime Contractor responsibility, materials cannot be delivered to the loading dock without coordination, approval and the contractor must be present to receiving the materials.

xvii. Will any fireproofing repatch be the responsibility of others?

Response: Prime Contractor responsibility.

xviii. When will RFIs responses be posted?

Response: RFI has been posted.

xix. When is the GC bid due date?

Response: Wednesday March 10, 2021 at 2:00pm EST.

4. My biggest concern relates to the phasing and how much down time we need to build into our pricing assumptions.

Phasing & Contract Duration

a. Following award, please confirm whether NTP will be granted following completion of the submittal process or if the submittal process is part of the 795-calendar day contract duration.

Response: Submittal process starts after the Notice to Proceed (NTP) is issued by the Contracting Officer.

b. How long will the VA and the VA’s architect/engineer have to review each submittal?

Response: See attached revised specification 01 33 23 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES dated 2/12/21, the previous specification 013323 issued with the solicitation is void. (Refer to attachment “Related to RFI# 4b Response Updated Spec Section 01 33 23”).

c. The contract bid form includes six deduct alternate bid line items which reference contract completion dates ranging between 772 to 793 calendar days. This compares to the base contract period of 795 calendar days.

i. Does this mean that the VA will have two calendar days to exercise deduct alternate no. 5 (as priced) and 23 calendar days to exercise deduct alternate no. 4 (as priced)?

Response: The completion time for each Deduct alternate in the Statement of Bid Items is for the total contract completion time from the Notice to Proceed if the VA enacts a particular Deduct alternate. If a combination of the Deduct alternates are enacted, the contract completion time would be the summation of the reduced days less the 795 calendar days for the total contract completion. For instance, if DA1 and DA2 are enacted the total contract completion time would be 754 calendar days (795 days minus 22 days minus 19 days). If all Deduct Alternates are enacted, then the total contract completion time would be 703 calendar days (795-22-19-11-23-2-15). If Deduct Alternates are enacted they will be part of the original awarded contract.

ii. If not, please clarify whether the deduct alternate pricing can be exercised after award of the base contract price and how long the Contractor must honor the submitted deduct pricing.

Response: Reference above response.

d. The contract bid documents include three phases on the site plans (1,2,3) and four phases on the interior plans 1A,1B,2A,2B). Spec section paragraph 010000-1.6.K Phasing indicates that the VA will require notice two weeks in advance of the start of the next phase.

i. Please confirm whether phases 1A and 1B can begin at the same time or if it 1A must be turned over before 1B begins. Same question applies to phases 2A and 2B.

Response: Phase 1A must be turned over before Phase 1B begins; Phase 1B must be turned over before Phase 2A begins; Phase 2A must be turned over before Phase 2B begins.

ii. Please confirm by phase how much time the VA needs to move out of / into each space. We anticipate the biggest impact will be the transition from the existing emergency department into the completed Phase 1 areas.

Response: Expected relocations associated with the construction start of Phase 1A is one week; Phase 1B two weeks; Phase 2A one week; Phase 2B four weeks. Reference solicitation documents for additional information, final durations to be determined following approved scheduled submittal by the Prime Contractor.

iii. Once the two weeks notice is provided, will the VA relocation occur within that two-week period or will it begin at the end of that two-week notice?

Response: VA relocations to occur after acceptance of the constructed space. Prime contractor is responsible to ensure all work, inspections, punchlist, training, documentation, etc. is completed prior to VA relocation, reference solicitation documents for further information.

iv. Please confirm whether these VA relocation periods are part of the overall 795 calendar-day contract duration.

Response: VA relocations are to be included in the 795 calendar days.

5. Contractor Parking / Laydown Will there be any additional areas on campus (preferably close to this jobsite) that will be available for contractor parking or additional laydown areas for office or storage trailers?

Response: Contractor can submit for additional storage/ trailer areas for VA review and approval. The storage areas are typically located in an outlying parking area on the facility campus. Reference specification 01 00 00 for construction fencing requirements.

6. Buy America/n Basis of Design Please confirm for pricing purposes that any basis of design manufacturers and/or models also comply with the contract’s Buy America/n requirements.

Response: Reference the solicitation and documents. Refer to FAR 52.225-12 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS UNDER TRADE AGREEMENTS (MAY 2014) and reference all clauses related to Buy America in the solicitation.

7. Existing Systems

a. Spec section paragraphs 275223-2.0A & 275223-2.3A indicate Hillrom Navicare is the approved product. Is this sole source or is an alternate vendor acceptable?

Response: The Contractor is responsible to submit proof of conformance to the standard if requesting substitutions, reference solicitation/contract documents for additional information.

b. Spec section paragraph 283100-1.1C.1 indicates an existing system in Bldg. 200. Please provide the name and contact info for the hospital’s current fire alarm system and vendor.

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

c. Spec section paragraph 283100-1.1D indicates an existing system in Bldg. 200. Please provide the name and contact info for the hospital’s current video surveillance system and vendor.

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

d. Spec section paragraph 281000-1.1D indicates an existing system in Bldg. 200. Please provide the name and contact info for the hospital’s current EACIDS system and vendor.

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

8. Confirm any restrictions on working hours.

Response: Normal working hours are 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Reference solicitation documents for additional information.

9. Drawing - 200-GS-900 Please confirm Barrier Arm and Gate are F/I by others.

Response: As indicated on dwg 200-GS-900, details D7 and D8, barrier gate and operator are furnished and installed by others.

10. Please confirm existing ACT spec, there are notes to match the existing to replace any damaged tiles. Should we hold an allowance for 500sqft?

Response: Contractor is responsible to replace ceiling tile damaged during the course of the work as applicable. Closest match ACT submitted by the Contractor will be reviewed and approved during the construction. Reference solicitation documents for additional information.

11. Confirm existing BMS vendor, if any.

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

12. Confirm existing FA vendor, if any.

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

13. Please confirm if excavated soil can be re-used, or does it need to be trucked offsite and disposed of?

Response: Excavated soil determined to be satisfactory for re-use can be re-used. Soil which is not re-used is to be removed from the property and disposed of.

14. Please confirm if 3rd party testing of soil compaction is to be included in GC bid.

Response: Reference specification 01 45 29 for testing laboratory services provided by VA.

15. Please provide who does HVAC and Electrical maintenance on site for bidding and coordination.

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

16. Please confirm water table level does not conflict with new site work, we assume dewatering will not be required based on visible excavations seen at walkthrough.

Response: Confirmed.

17. Please confirm if there is a roofing contractor holding a maintenance contract, or if it is an open bid.

Response: Open, vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

18. Please confirm location of existing electrical supply to be intercepted as noted on 200-EP-1000. We assume it is within 20' of new pullbox locations.

Response: Existing feeders and circuits are located above the pull boxes indicated and within 20’. Additional length may be required in order to avoid piping and ductwork above ceiling.

19. Please confirm manufacturer or "equal to" spec for nurse call dome lights and 4' wall mounted wet location lighting. (200-ep-2001).

Response: Nurse call dome lights by same manufacturer as Nurse Call system being provided. The 4-foot wall mounted, wet location, industrial fluorescent with wireguard (fixture type “U”), indicated in the basement Elevator Machine Rm and Mechanical Rm can be as selected by the contractor.

20. Please confirm security plans are for coordination, and all devices will be furnished, installed, terminated, and programmed by others.

Response: Security Plan ES-2001 indicates the locations of security devices. The electrical contractor is to provide junction boxes and conduits with dragline as required. Security devices are to be furnished, installed and terminated by separate contractors under the Prime Contractor’s contract.

(Refer to attachment “Related to RFI# 20 6061_ES2001 - BASE ES2001 (1))

21. Please confirm hours for drain-downs for sprinkler work.

Response: This is dependent on the duration and impact to the facility but generally sprinkler drain-downs that may last longer than 4-6 hours are typically performed during afterhours or “other than normal working hours”. Reference solicitation documents for additional information.

22. Please confirm elevator is in GC scope of work and whether we must use the building vendor.

Response: The base project includes the elevator work by the Prime Contractor, any elevator vendor used by the Prime Contractor must meet the requirements of the contract documents.

23. Please confirm if doors with comments "deleted in DA4" on Door Schedule are to be included in bid, or if they are removed from scope.

Response: Doors indicated “deleted in DA4” are removed from the scope in Deduct Alternate 4 only.

24. Is GC responsible for engineering of Exterior system, or has it been confirmed the specification provided adheres to the wind/storm/ etc. loads provided by an engineer?

Response: The insulated wall panel submittal is to include calculations prepared by a structural engineer, licensed in NY State, supporting the specified structural performance requirements.

25. Please confirm whether curtains associated with relocated ceiling tracks are to be re-used as well or purchased new.

Response: Cubical curtains will be purchased new.

26. Please confirm temp wall requirements to accommodate phasing, is it required to provide a hard plywood wall with door, or are plastic zip walls acceptable?

Response: Refer to keyed construction notes on dwgs 200-GI-004 and 005 for temporary wall construction. Plastic zip wall are NOT acceptable.

27. Per the specifications there is a requirement for 25 10 10 Advanced Utility Monitoring, yet the specification does not exist in the documentation. Is this a requirement? If so, please provide the spec section and company responsible for the existing monitoring system.

Response: There is no specification for 25 10 10 Advanced Utility Metering System and is not included.

28. The blast resistant window spec calls for Graham B6800 windows. However according to Graham Windows their blast resistant window wall system is W4500. Will the VA accept an alternate to Graham? Kawneer 1600 curtain wall system is blast resistant. Is this acceptable to the VA?

Response: Reference specification section 08 56 53 Blast Resistant Windows for requirements. Submission of product data, shop drawings, submittals, samples, etc. to follow after contract award.

29. Can the VA provide headwall cut sheets?

Response: The VA does not provide product data cut sheets. Submission of product data, shop drawings, submittals, samples, etc. to follow after contract award.

30. There is a new 1600-amp circuit breaker required in the main switchboard. Switchgear manufacturer and catalog numbers are required to provide new. Can the VA provide this information?

Response: The contractor needs to refurbish an existing spare breaker. There are companies that do that. One of these companies is Federal Pacific Equipment – Refurbishment (contact Daniel Goldstein or Eric Fell). The existing switchgear is no longer manufactured.

31. After review of the panel schedules and the riser diagram we see there are some discrepancies; transformer sizes are not shown on the riser but on the floor plan it shows all of them to be 30 KVA. Please provide sizes and circuit breakers feeding these transformers which will need to be sized as well.

Response: The panels in question are existing panels being removed and relocated, see Existing Closer Riser on Dwg. 200-EP-3000. For additional information see DWG 200-ED-1001. Work Note 4 at Part Plan of new Electrical Closet on Dwg 200-EP-1001 corresponds to Work Note 4 on Dwg 200-ED-1001. Transformer information is shown on the panel schedules correctly but the overcurrent information should be corrected. The 2 transformers T3 & T4 that not indicated on the panel schedules are 30KVA – see answer to question 33 for additional information on these transformers. The protection for transformers T1, T2 and T5 is to be installed inside the panel supplying the transformer - 60A/3P for 45KVA transformer and 50A/3P for 30KVA transformer. The protection of panels supplied by the transformers to be installed as individually mounted MCB inside the panel being supplied. 150A/3P for 45KVA and 100A/3P for 30KVA.

32. Is panel PP-GEN 120/208 volt? It is fed by T6 and NHB-ED-EDPT which is 277/480 volt. It also looks like panel EL1-E-LS is labelled incorrectly, fed by T2 and panel EH1-E-LS which is 277/480volt?

Response: Panel PP-Gen and EL1-E-LS are 120/208V, panel code indicated should be “1”.

33. Please provide panels schedules for UPS-L1-E2 & UPS-L1-ED. Are these panels getting relocated & being utilized again?

Response: The panels are existing and to remain. Panel schedule is not required. The panels are located in the basement and on the second floor. The panels are re-fed from a new source, i.e. panel CH-E-C via transformers T3 and T4 and pull boxes 7 and 8 as indicated on the part plan and riser diagrams. The feeders to the panels are intercepted and connected to the output of the transformers where they are protected by 100A transformer mounted switches as indicated on the part plan and riser diagrams. The transformers T3 and T4 are 30KVA as indicated on both Existing Electrical Closet and New Electrical Closet part plans.

34. The lighting controls are shown as local switching per room. However, there are lighting control details on drawing 200-EP-5002 with occupancy sensors, schematics, and emergency lighting controls. Please provide quantities and locations.

Response: Due to the nature of the space individual room controls are indicated. Where lighting control is not indicated by a wall switch provide control by one of the details shown as example BX-001 Vendor Area, C1-020 Cast Rm C1-17 Nourishment Rm.

35. Is HCFC (Health Care Facility Cable) allowed in walls and ceilings where concealed?

Response: ACHC is allowed in EXISTING non accessible partitions where it may be fished through a wall cavity or as a final connection to a vibrating equipment or a recessed luminate. All other conduit to be rigid raceway.

36. The light fixture schedules are missing. The type designation and there are Q downlight fixtures shown in the restrooms but not listed on the schedule. Please advise.

Response: The Type “Q” downlight fixtures indicated at Psychiatric toilets C1-1026 and C1-1027 will be equal to EATON Model FLD6B HS LED Downlight, with 6” aperture, vandal resistant enclosed bottom trim ring, HS (high security mounting for gypsum board ceiling. Inner lens to be 0.06” frosted polycarbonate. Outer lens to be 0.125” clear polycarbonate. Housing to be cast aluminum with matte white finish.

37. Please confirm who is to supply the Tel/Data wiring, outlets, and jacks.

Response: These items are provided by the contractor.

38. Who is the existing fire alarm vendor?

Response: Vendors are subject to change therefore contact information will be provided for coordination purposes following the construction start, as applicable.

39. Please advise where onsite trailer office is to be located.

Response: Contractor can submit for additional storage/ trailer areas for VA review and approval. The storage areas are typically located in an outlying parking area on the facility campus. Reference specification 01 00 00 for construction fencing requirements.

40. The single line states that the generator set shall be 500 kW, however, the specification states that the generator set shall be 600 kW. Please clarify which is required.

Response: The generator is a 500KW Standby Rated unit.

41. Please clarify if the generator set shall be standby rated as specified or a 600 kW continuously rated generator set as also specified.

Response: The generator is a 500KW Standby Rated unit.

42. Please provide the sound rating (dBA at distance) and enclosure requirements for the sound attenuated enclosure per alternate no. 1.

Response: The usual acoustically treated enclosure (Tier 2) is between 72 and 78 dB at 23’ measured at 8 points around the enclosure.

43. Please clarify that the ATS #3 is 3 pole as shown on the single line drawing as the transfer switch specification specifies transfer switches as 4 pole.

Response: All ATS are 4 Pole units as specified.

44. After review of DA2 power drawing 200-EP-1001 we see the elimination of most of the VAV units…are these taken out of the scope?

Response: That is correct, the Deduct #2 includes eliminating VAV terminals. Only two (2) VAV terminals to remain.

45. I don’t know what the “W0” means. We need a clarification. I have added the “8” for the special screws and the “1” for the emergency. Also, the lamps section says 3000lm but in the number is says 780lm. Which is correct? P RDW-7835-1-W-45-C- “W0 “-8 (center pin hex head screws) P/EM RDW-7835-1-W-45-C- “W0 “-8 (center pin hex head screws)-1.

Response: The “WO” was added to indicate white opal polycarbonate lens.

The 3000 lm lamp is correct.

46. Type T – Kenall is not rated IP65. Please advise what to offer.

Response: Kenall spec sheet for the Medmaster Behavioral Healthcare MMAC series LED indicates that it is in fact certified IP65.

47. The relocated site poles will require new concrete bases…will these be provided by the General Contractor?

Response: Concrete light pole bases will be provided by the GC.

48. Please advise if there is a Lightning Protection system required for this project?

Response: Lighting protection is not required for the project.

49. Reference drawing 200‐AS‐820 Sections 9, 10 &11 – who will be supplying and installing the HSS6x6 tube supports for louvers. Please advise.

Response: Prime Contractor responsibility.

50. In Section 23 31 00, Part 2.2 Duct Construction and Installation, Paragraphs D through K appear to be missing. The specifications jump from Paragraph C to Paragraph L. Please confirm that no specifications regarding the duct construction are missing and that the omission of those paragraphs is intentional.

Response: Confirmed. The omission of those paragraphs is intentional.

51. Please provide current soils characterization report.

Response: Existing soils information is included in the Geotechnical Report prepared for this project. A copy can be requested from the VA. Refer to attachment (Related to RFI# 51 Response VA Hosp-Geotechnical Report-122214)

52. Please advise if there is an area for site storage of excavated fill is provided/allowed.

Response: Contractor can submit for additional storage/ trailer areas for VA review and approval. The storage areas are typically located in an outlying parking area on the facility campus. Reference specification 01 00 00 for construction fencing requirements.

53. It has come to our attention that some of the same site work is within the Phase 6 & 7 site work contract. Will the facility be removing the scope duplication on this project from Phase 6 & 7 or will it be removed from the Renovate and Expand Emergency Department project? Please see attached plans for reference of duplicated work to be priced.

It seems we have two separate architects pricing the same area LKB for phase 6 and 7 project and RBSD for the emergency department expansion. If both projects have the same areas to be demoed and installed there will be double work and cost to the facility. Please advise

· Retaining wall layout, stair layout etc. on Phase 6 & 7 is completely different than the emergency department expansion.

· Parking area layout and space location are not the same. Please advise which design will be utilized.

· Site concrete layout and locations are not the same. Please advise as to which design will be utilized.

Please advise as to how we should proceed with scope of work regarding the project.

Response: The scope of work to be included in the bid is shown on the documents issued with this solicitation for Project 632-353 Renovate and Expand Emergency Department.

Contractors should follow the scope of work, specification and drawing as posted.

See attached document: Related to RFI# 4b Response Updated Spec Section 01 33 23.

See attached document: Related to RFI# 20 6061_ES2001 - BASE ES2001 (1).

See attached document: Related to RFI# 51 Response VA Hosp-Geotechnical Report-122214.

See attached document: Drawings 6061_EP0001 - BASE EP0001R. (Drawings 6061_EP0001 - BASE EP0001R adds missing symbols (quadruplex and wall mounted junction box) to the Symbol List.)