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RFI Questions for Project # 630A4-24-411- Patient Renovate D2 Swing Space (St Albans).

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

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7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

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6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

E. IMPORTANT:

is extended,

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

(REV. 11/2016)

is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office.

is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

15C. DATE SIGNED

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER

Contractor

16C. DATE SIGNED

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

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Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243 (Type or print) (Type or print) (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

(Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (If other than Item 6) (Specify type of modification and authority) (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

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13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 2237:

PO #:

630A4-24-411 36C242 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 James J. Peters VA Medical Center 130 West Kingsbridge Road Bronx

NY

10468-3904

ATTN: VLADIMIR STOYANOV

CONTRACTING OFFICER

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

36C24224B0006 09-28-2022

X X ** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to:

X

SEE CHANGES BELLOW: ALL OTHER TERM AND CONDITIONS REMAIN UNCHANGED AND THE SAME.

This amendment is only to answer RFI's received:

VLADIMIR STOYANOV

CONTRACTING OFFICER

VA-VHA-SAOE-2014-VA15F-71403

1) What size, make, and model smart TVs will be needed in inpatient Rooms and day Room/Nursing Areas (are they all the same size TVs)?

2) Can the TVs be marked on the floor plans where they will be placed, please, for the Swivel/Articulating Arms as well to mount the TV Coax Boxes and Electrical Power?

A: Contractor to verify and provide

A: The contractor is Concentric Group. Upgrade and tie into the existing exhaust unit

8) What Type of Door hardware should be used for the HM New Doors (to match existing Hospital Locks and keyed for Engineering/Maintenance/Nursing Staff)?

A: Sargent Lever Set, 6-pin Single Plug LG Keyway

9) Will there be LED Light Fixtures needed over the New Patient Room Sinks with their own Switch?

A: Yes

10) Can you Please mark the New patient Room Sink Locations on the plans?

A: Contractor to verify on-site with COR

11) When removing Tubs, we will match the existing Floor tile as best as possible.

A: Yes

A: Remove wallpaper, scrape, and paint.

14) D-221 Existing Staff Offices / Proposed Nurses Station: It States to Purchase and install New Telephone and Data Conduits and Outlets. Can you please mark these Locations on the Plan?

A: Contractor to verify on-site with COR

15) Restore each Headwall in each Room. To what extent are Vacuum/Gases/? Some are inoperable. To Hold the Voice, Data & and AC Power Lines only? Would the VA have some of the parts needed to make them presentable?

A: Restore all except vacuum/medical air/oxygen.

A: Question for Contracting.

A: The contractor is responsible for verifying that the existing plumbing is clear and operational. No new plumbing system is required, but the Contractor has to make sure that the plumbing is working properly. For more information, see the asbestos survey report.

A: VA will provide paint color. Contractor to purchase the paint.

23) With regard to new electrical and plumbing fixtures, is there a specific code these replacement fixtures need to abide by?

A: The contractor will provide new hospital-grade electrical and plumbing fixtures. Energy-saving fixtures need to adhere to the life safety code and infection control requirements.

A: Question for Contracting

A: Yes, negative air pressure needs to be maintained throughout the duration of the project.

A: New electrical devices can be surface mounted.

32) Who will be responsible for terminating and labeling all phone lines in the IT closet?

A: The contractor will be responsible for terminating and labeling all phone lines in the IT closet

33) Please specify the manufacturer and model no. for new window blinds.

A: WT Shades, which is a subsidy of Inpro. https://wtshade.com/

CELSR-CLUTCH-WT

WT Shades - (5) Clutch Shades Ecofabrix 243-10 3% color 241-16 WHITE/HAZE Notes: Includes Fascia - color 241-16 WHITE/HAZE

34) For the new window A/C units, are there going to have to be new outlets run not to max out the circuit?

A: Contractor to utilize the existing outlets that are available. Contractor to install additional lines for new outlets as needed.

35) Who is responsible for moving all the furniture out of all the rooms?

A: VA is responsible for moving all the furniture out of all rooms.

A: That’s correct. Just scrape and repaint radiator covers.

41) Regarding removing the Dukane nurse call, is there a name brand that works with the rest of the hospital? Does it have to communicate with the remaining nurse calls in the hospital?

A: The Contractor to provide a Wireless Nurse Call System. HTTPS://SMARTCAREGIVER.COM/433-CMU/ Hallway/Corridor:

42) Please provide the quantity of electrical devices to be relocated.

A: The contractor will verify on-site with COR. Approximately 6 electrical devices to be relocated.

43) Are all existing electrical systems per code, or will replaced/relocated devices need to be completely rewired back to the panels?

A: Contractor must comply with the electrical code while conducting any new electrical work

A: There are 3 REGISTERS in the hallway Hallway/Common Bathroom:

46) Will all new electrical devices need their own independent lines run from the panels, or can existing junction boxes be tied into them?

A: All new electrical devices can be tied into the existing junction boxes based on the availability Room D-201

47) Please provide the quantity of electrical devices to be relocated in this room.

A: Approximately ten outlets are to be relocated

48) Will the sink, toilet, and tub need to be replaced with similar fixtures? Is there any code the replacement fixtures must abide by?

A: Contractor to provide new hospital-grade bathroom fixtures; new fixtures need to adhere to the life safety code, architectural barrier code and infection control requirements.

49) Does the existing plumbing rough-in work? Are all hot, cold, and flush water lines, as well as the vent and drain lines, fully functional?

A: The contractor is responsible for verifying that the existing plumbing is clear and operational. No new plumbing system is required, but the Contractor has to make sure that the plumbing is working properly. The contractor is to verify if all hot, cold, and flush water lines, as well as the vent and drain lines, are fully functional.

50) Where is the cable tie-in point for the televisions?

A: Provide and coordinate with the existing spectrum cable TV and Wi-Fi services to install the services.

51) Will the overhead patient reading lights require new lighting controls?

A: Contractor to provide new light switches

52) Will all new electrical devices need their own independent lines run from the panels, or will existing junction boxes be tied into them?

A: Existing junction boxes can be used for connecting new electronical devices based on availability.

53) Will terrazzo and floor tile repair/replacement be required after the wall demo?

A: The contractor will use a wall demolition method to minimize damage to the terrazzo floor. Any damage to the terrazzo floor must be repaired by the Contractor. No terrazzo floor replacement is planned for this project.

54) Will all newly installed TVs require new dedicated outlets?

A: New TVs will require new dedicated outlets Room D-202

55) **All the same notes as D-201** A: Approximately four outlets to be relocated

56) Does the existing plumbing in this room have asbestos? Will abatement be required when converting the tub into a shower?

A: If asbestos is discovered and disturbed during the course of work, it must be abated. See the asbestos survey for more info.

Room D-203

57) Will the new light fixture need its own electrical feed from the panel, or can an existing junction box be tied?

A: Contractor to use an existing junction box to tie new light fixtures Room next to D-204 (D-205A)

58) Drawings outline this room to be an existing bathroom; wouldn’t this room have ceramic tile as opposed to VCT?

A: There is a terrazzo floor in the bathroom.

59) Please provide a quantity of tiles deemed “damaged” by the VA.

A: No tiles are damaged.

Room D-205

60) **All the same notes as D-201** A: Approximately 6 outlets to be relocated

61) Can the VA verify if the existing sink in this room is functional?

A: Contractor to verify if the existing sink in room D-205 is functional

62) Drawings suggest there are four patients living in this room; however, there are only three overhead patient reading lights called for.

A: The room is for four patients. The contractor is to provide four overhead patient reading lights.

Room D-206

63) **All the same notes as D-201** A: Approximately six outlets are to be relocated

64) Will new plumbing, electric, etc., be secured to the existing plaster roof or the actual slab above?

A: The new plumbing, electric, etc, to be fastened to the slab Room D-207

65) What door size is required?

A: Contractor to measure and provide

66) What door hardware will be needed for this bathroom?

A: Contractor to match existing or better Room D-208

67) Is there a specific light fixture required?

A Contractor to provide new hospital-grade light fixtures. Energy-saving fixtures need to adhere to the life safety code and infection control requirements.

Room D-209

68) Will all electrical panels need to be updated?

A: Yes, the electrical panels will need to be updated

69) Are panels up to code, or is there a chance the entire panel will need to be replaced in order to meet modern VA code?

A: The maximum number of electrical panels to be replaced if needed is four (4) panels Room D-211

70) Will the shower drain need to be capped if it is no longer in use?

A: The shower drain needs to be capped off.

71) Can the VA verify the replacement door provided will fit?

A: Contractor to verify and provide Room D-212

72) Will new piping and wiring be required for all relocated devices?

A: As needed

73) What size TV is required?

A: Refer to the answer provided for Question #1

74) Can exact camera locations be provided?

A: Contractor to confirm location with VA Police on-site Room D-214

75) This room does not exist.

A: That is correct. The room D-214 does not exist. It was demolished.

Room D-215

76) Do existing floor and wall tiles need to be demoed prior to the installation of new ceramic tiles?

A: The existing floor and wall tiles need to be patched, repaired, painted, or laminated as needed.

77) How high do wall tiles need to be built up?

A: Contractor to keep the existing height of the wall tiles.

78) What number of ACT tiles have been deemed damaged and in need of replacement?

A: Approximately 75 ACT tiles are in need of replacement

79) What are the washer and dryer specifications, and where will they need to be relocated?

A: The washer and dryer will be relocated by VA Personnel.

80) Can new light fixtures tie into existing systems?

A: All new electrical devices can be tied into the existing systems based on the availability Room D-216

81) Do existing plumbing lines have asbestos that may be encountered when replacing fixtures?

A: If asbestos is discovered and disturbed during the course of work, it must be abated. See the asbestos survey for more info.

82) Does the VA have a number of ceiling tiles that need to be replaced?

A: Approximately 5 ceiling tiles need to be replaced.

83) Does the VA have the existing ceramic tiles in stock that need to be replaced or tile specifications so that the contractor may verify if these tiles are still in production?

A: VA does not have the existing ceramic tiles in stock. The contractor must match the existing tiles that need replacing as close as possible.

84) How many corner guards will be required?

A: No corner guards are required for the D-216 housekeeping room

85) It says, “purchase and installation of new wall tile and floor tile (spot locations, as needed). What does that mean? Are we tearing everything out or just patching the missing tiles? And nothing will match.

A: Contractor to patch the missing tiles. The contractor is to match the existing tiles as closely as possible.

Room D-217

86) Where is the shower to be located in this room?

A: There is no shower in room D-217

87) Can the VA verify that all existing fixtures work and that no new rough-in will be required in this room?

A: Contractor to verify that all existing fixtures work and that no new rough-in will be required in room D-217

88) Does the VA have the existing ceramic tiles in stock that need to be replaced or tile specifications so that the contractor may verify if these tiles are still in production?

A: VA does not have the existing ceramic tiles in stock that need to be replaced or the tile specifications. The contractor is to match the existing tiles as closely as possible.

89) What number of ACT tiles have been deemed damaged and need replacement?

A: Approximately 35 ceiling tiles need to be replaced.

90) How many corner guards need to be installed in this room?

A: Contractor to install 2 corner guards

91) Can light fixtures tie into existing systems?

A: All new electrical devices can be tied into the existing system based on the availability

92) Will separate lights and controls be required for the oxygen storage room?

A: The oxygen room will not be located in D-218.

93) Will wall and floor tiles need to be removed in oxygen storage?

A: The oxygen room will not be located in D-218.

Room D-218

94) Quantity of new fixtures that need to be replaced.

A: Contractor to provide new hospital-grade fixtures for one shower

95) What is the quantity of wall and floor tiles that need to be replaced?

A: Approximately 350 sq ft of wall tiles need to be replaced. Approximately 20 sq ft of floor tile needs to be replaced.

96) Does VA need to have stock of existing tiles or product data so the contractor can verify if these tiles are still in production?

A: VA does not have stock of existing tiles or product data

97) What party will determine the need for a trench drain, and what size spec? (VA, AE, Contractor, End-user).

A: The trench drain to be installed by the shower and the front door

98) Does existing plumbing rough-in have asbestos that may be encountered while the contractor replaces plumbing fixtures?

A: If asbestos is discovered and disturbed during the course of work, it must be abated. See the asbestos survey for more info.

Soiled Room

99) Quantity of floor and ceiling tiles to be replaced.

A: No work is required Room D-221

100) What quantity of outlets, telephone lines, etc., need to be replaced?

A: Approximately four outlets need to be replaced Room D-222, D-223, D-224

101) Does the VA have the paint needed for these rooms?

A: VA to provide paint color. Contractor to provide paint.

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