RFI Questions and Answers.pdf

RFI Questions Answers from COR 1 Is this project a Blast Resistant Project in regards to curtainwall/windows? The building must conform to the requirements in the PSRDM for a mission critical structure.

What is the make and Model number of the existing gear, that the 800 amp breaker goes in, to feeds the new MDP? (DWG.REF: EP5-201)

DWG.REF- EP5-201 - Electrical Riser Diagram, page 84-> Cutler Hammer 800/480

HDML3800F (4203899G06)

On drawing MH1-101 (Note 3), can you please provide a model and detail drawings of the required 2" filter rack?

The duct size is showing 105" x 130".

DWG.REF---MH1-101 HVAC Ductwork Basement Plan, page 46, Note 3 is INSTALL 2" FILTER RACK AND 2'-0"x2'-0" ACCESS DOOR BEHIND OUTSIDE AIR INTAKE

LOUVER.FILTERS SHALL BE MERV 7 AT A MINIMUM.

->Please review specification vol 1, SECTION 01 81 19 INDOOR AIR QUALITY REQUIREMENT, and SECTION 02 41 00 DEMOLITION -> COR did not find a model and detail drawings of the required 2" filter rack

Who is the current BAS contractor in the building? The VA has recently changed to a new vendor.

Intellimation --> https://intellimation.io/

Can you confirm that all ductwork on drawing MH1-101 needs to be stainless steel? Can galvanized be substituted?

DWG.REF----MH1-101 HVAC Ductwork Basement Plan, page 46.

--->Please review specification : section 23 07 11 HVAC AND BOILER PLANT INSULATION, SECTION 23 31 00, HVAC DUCTS AND CASINGS. -->Fabricate and install ductwork and accessories in accordance with referenced SMACNA Standards As per the NIH Design Requirement Manual (Issuance Notice 12/12/2016) rev.

1.4:4/24/2019 page 327 Section 6.2.4.2, galvanized shall be allowed.

On drawing MD1-101 can you please provide as built pipe routing for the Steam Radiators in the crawl space below?

DWG.REF MD1-101-HVAC Demolition Ground Floor Plan, page 44 ---> We do not have accurate as-built drawings for our crawl spaces

On drawing PD0-102 can "as built" drawings of all plumbing fixtures and piping on the ground floor and in the crawl space for the existing lab be provided? If not, is there an allowance amount that we are to add to the proposal as there would be no way to accurately determine the demolition cost?

DWG.REF-----PD0-102-Plumbing Ground Floor Demolition Plan, page 61 --> We do not have accurate as-built drawings for our crawl spaces

Is a temporary Resident Engineer's Field office needed? It is not required

Please clarify the limits of disturbances, for this project? Please review REPORT Geotechnical Engineering Investigation, specification vol 1, 5.2.1 "Bearing Value The limestone rock, as disclosed by the borings, is expected to be encountered at the basement levels throughout most of the Addition area. Considering the potential for variations in the rock and possible disturbance during excavation, footings supported on this rock should be proportioned for a net bearing pressure of 10,000 pounds per square foot. In addition, column and wall footings should be constructed to minimum widths of 3.0 and 1.5 feet, respectively, regardless of the developed bearing pressure".

- >The area is currently fenced off representing the LOD for this site as viewed during both site visits. The majority of the work will occur within the foot print of the new addition with limited work adjacent to the curtain wall.

There is an existing stone pile, to the East of the project, over the existing stone wall. Will this pile be removed by the VA?

Pile has been removed since the last site visit.

Please clarify if there is any work being done to the existing stone wall, as part of this project?

The existing stone wall along the Southwest end of the site will not be part of this project.

Drawing CS4-000, shows the front steps as existing, the steps have been removed. What is to be done in this area? If new steps are to be installed, please provide a detail.

The steps noted on drawing CS4-000 are not part of this contract to repair. Any damage incurred to the remaining step during construction will need to be repaired to current condition. The steps may be removed

13 Is there a general time line for this project? Phase 1 has been completed as an inhouse project in the past, and work on Phase 2 can begin immediately.

What is the cost of access to procure Tririga (Spec 01000045 on pg. 45)?

We will not be requiring access to Trirga for this project. File sharing will be the responsibility of the contractor to provide.

Should existing curbing & sidewalk be replaced at blacktop of the looped driveway?

No

Should existing broken up circular steps be removed?

Can they be jackhammered out?

The steps noted on drawing CS4-000 are not part of this contract to repair. Any damage incurred to the remaining step during construction will need to be repaired to current condition. They may be removed.

Is there a quantity for floor mastic removal? Please review specification section 02 82 13.19 ASBESTOS FLOOR TILE AND MASTIC

ABATEMENT. The VA does not have an accurate quantity of mastic flooring to be removed, measurement should have been estimated during site visit

Is there a quantity for lead paint removal? Please review specification SECTION 02 83 33.13 LEAD-BASED PAINT REMOVAL AND

DISPOSAL. The VA does not have an accurate quantity of lead paint to be removed, measurement should have been estimated during site visit

Can erosion and sedimentation control plans be provided?

Please review specification vol 1, SECTION 01 57 19 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS, page 01 57 19- 5. The lab area is all currently 2a stone, which is considered impervious.

What is Roof key note R3, on sheet AS-102? It is currently blank.

Drawing AS 102 - ROOF PLAN, Roof key note R3 is Blank but AE Previously stated:"24"x24" ROOFTOP WALKWAY PADS (SEE SPECIFICATION FOR INFORMATION).

COORINATE LOCATIONS WITH ROOF PENETRATIONS WHERE APPLICABLE."

Please clarify that the vegetative roof system is a part of this project?

Yes. Please review specification SECTION 32 95 00 VEGETATED ROOF ASSEMBLIES

Please provide detail for the roof tray planting system?

Roof key note R1.

Drawing AS 102 - ROOF PLAN, R1 is 24"X24" ROOF TRAY PLANTING SYSTEM. Please review specification SECTION 32 95 00 VEGETATED ROOF ASSEMBLIES

Please provide specification for the pedestal paver system, for the terrace slab (Sheet AS-103, detail #6)

Drawing AS 103 PORCH PLAN AND DETAILS, detail #6 include "MONOLITHIC

MEMBRANE PLAZA DECK SYSTEM WITH PEDESTAL PAVERS".

-->Please review Specification Vol 1, SECTION 03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE page

03 30 00-29, SECTION 09 67 23.60 RESINOUS URETHANE AND EPOXY MORTAR

FLOORING09 67 23.60-06 - 13

24 Provide specification for plastic laminate lockers. Please review Specification Vol 1, page 09 06 00 - 9,SECTION 10 28 00 TOILET, BATH, AND LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES

25 Provide specification for prefabricated bench. Please review Specification Vol 2, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES 09 06 00 - 18; and vol 1: 12 34 50 - 12;

How is the storm water from the existing roof downspouts to be handled during construction?

Please review Specification Vol 1,01 00 00 -12, SECTION 07 22 00 ROOF AND DECK

INSULATION

27 Is there an existing site utility plan? Yes.

Is there an on-site location for spoils? Please review Specification Vol 1, SECTION 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 35 26 -

35, 01 57 19- 3, 01 57 19- 5, 01 57 19- 6. All Spoils will need to be removed from the campus

Who is to supply/install the metal cabinetry as per the details called out on dwg. AS 204?

Drawing AS 204 - LAB PLAN AND ELEVATIONS, --> contractor will be expected to supply/install the metal cabinetry.

The curtainwall for this project has a slight curve. Is this a true curve or segmented?

It is not clear What curve contractor refer on which drawings? Refer to drawing AS 402 - WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS, there is a CLIP ANGLE ATTACHMENT BY CURTAIN WALL MANUFACTURER. The Curtain wall can be segmented.

May grooved piping, fittings and mechanical couplings be used for the chilled water, hot water heating and vent piping in lieu of the weld/flanged piping?

Please review specification vol 1, 05 50 00- 14, 05 50 00- 19,05 50 00- 20, 07 21 13 - 6, 07 21 13 - 7,07 21 13 - 8,07 21 13 - 9, 09 65 16 - 4, they used the weld/flanged piping but specification also stated

"When manufacturer's instructions deviate from specifications, submit proposed resolution for Contracting Officer's Representative consideration".

We only allow for grooved piping and mechinical fittings to be used in temporary situations, built not for a final product.

Regarding the Pricing, typically G.C.’s don’t get to finalize their pricing until the last few hours until the Bid is due and the Pricing is written in. May we not have the Pricing Schedule on the CD since Pricing won’t be finalized until the last few hours the Bid is due?

This is not a sealed bidding solicitation. The pricing can be written and not on CD if Contractor chooses to do so. Contracting Officer is require to get a readable pricing document. If it is not readable it will be rejected.

Regarding the Schedule of Finishes, 07.4000, please confirm the location of the 2” Insulated Wall Panels. 1)AS 402 - Wall sections and details: section 2-DETAIL - EAST CURTAINWALL-2 1/2"

CAVITY WALL INSULATION ON AVB

2)AS 402: section 3-DETAIL - CURTAIN WALL CORNER CAP-5/8" GYPSUM WALL BOARD

ON 2 1/2" METAL STUDS WITH INSULATION

3)AS 421 - DETAILS: section 5-DETAIL - CURTAINWALL BASE-2 1/2" CAVITY WALL

INSULATION ON AVB

4)AS 801 - INTERIOR DETAILS: section 5-SECTION THROUGH WINDOW OPENING-2 1/2"

METAL STUD WITH 1 LAYER 5/8"TYPE X DRYWALL ONE SIDE

5)MH1-001 - HVAC Symbols, Abbreviations, and Notes-note 20:BLANK-OFF AREAS OF

LOUVERS NOT USED WITH G90 20 GAUGE SHEET METAL DOUBLE WALL BLANK-OFF

PANEL INSULATED WITH 2" RIGID FIBERBOARD. SEAL AIR TIGHT

1. Regarding the lead-based paint removal, no quantities in the Specifications and nothing shown on the Drawings, please confirm if lead-based paint removal is part of this project and if so, please provide quantities.

Please review specification SECTION 02 83 33.13 LEAD-BASED PAINT REMOVAL AND

DISPOSAL.

All lead based paint should have been removed when the current lab was moved int the space. If something was overlooked during the design phase, it would be beneficial to be prepared to for such operations. Historical lead paint was only on wood window trim, which is not used in the current lab.

2. Regarding the asbestos floor tile, does the mastic contain asbestos and if so, what method to remove?

Please review specification vol 1, section 02 82 13.19 ASBESTOS FLOOR TILE AND

MASTIC ABATEMENT

3. Drawing GI-001, Phase 1 note 6, please provide detail of what is expected to be designed/engineered and locations.

GI 001 - PHASING PLAN, Phase 1 note 6-Opening of exterior wall into new Lab Addition could happen at end of Addition construction.-->Phase 1 has been completed as an inhouse project in the past, and work on Phase 2 can begin immediately.

4. Please confirm the size of the Cleanroom Pass- Through, Specification states one size the Drawing state another. Please confirm, one (1) required for this project.

*Drawings : AS 801 - INTERIOR DETAILS, 24" W X 18" H X 18" D FIRE-RATED CLEAN

ROOM PASS THROUGH (90 MINUTE RATING)

**Specification vol 1, SECTION 11 53 63 CLEANROOM PASS-THROUGHS, Dimensions: a. Outside: 1003 mm by 711 mm by 972 mm (39.5 inches by 28.0 inches by 38.25 inches).b. Inside: 927 mm by 622 mm by 749 mm (36.5 inches by 24.5 inches by 29.5 inches).

Drawings supersede the Specs in this situation to accommodate the wants of the end users.

1. The Phasing Plan Notes, what engineering work ties into the Radiology Project and is that work under this project?

There is currently no work to be tied into the radiology project.

2. Drawing CS4-000, the existing set of concrete steps shown, most of that has been removed, please advise if repairing these steps are not part of this contract, if so, please provide details.

The steps noted on drawing CS4-000 are not part of this contract to repair. Any damage incurred to the remaining step during construction will need to be repaired to current condition.

3. Drawing CS4-000, Key Note #1, looks like these tress are already gone, please confirm and if to be replaced, please provide Specifications.

Trees have been removed in the past and are no longer involved in this project.

4. How much time will the VA require before the Contractor can begin Phase 2 and Phase 3?

Phase 1 has been completed as an inhouse project in the past, and work on Phase 2 can begin immediately.

1. The Technical Package going to Pittsburgh, do you want the copy of the proposal in the same binder as the price, in summary, do you want one (1) binder or two (2) binders?

Two binders. Pricing should always be separate. Pricing only get submitted to Contracting Officer and never Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Technical Submission gets submitted to both the CO and COR at two different addresses.

1. The Phasing Plan Notes, what engineering work ties into the Radiology Project and is that work under this project?

There is currently no work to be tied into the radiology project.

2. Drawing CS4-000, the existing set of concrete steps shown, most of that has been removed, please advise if repairing these steps are not part of this contract, if so, please provide details.

The steps noted on drawing CS4-000 are not part of this contract to repair. Any damage incurred to the remaining step during construction will need to be repaired to current condition.

3. Drawing CS4-000, Key Note #1, looks like these tress are already gone, please confirm and if to be replaced, please provide Specifications.

Trees have been removed in the past and are no longer involved in this project.

4. How much time will the VA require before the Contractor can begin Phase 2 and Phase 3?

Phase 1 has been completed as an inhouse project in the past, and work on Phase 2 can begin immediately.

1. Drawings AS-201 through AS-203, Architectural Key Notes, Gel Dispenser, VA to supply, GC to install, please confirm quantity.

The Lab no longer uses the gel dispensers listed on the drawings and none will be utilized in this project.

2. Drawings AS-201 through AS-203, Architectural Key Notes, Wall Protection, please provide Specifications and all locations.

Wall protection Key Note is a generic note and does not pertain to these sheets of drawings.

1. The abatement specification calls for removal of pipe insulation from the Pharmacy; however, I do not see a pharmacy on the drawings. Could we get some clarification?

The current pharmacy is no longer in the direct path of our project and is no longer an issues with the abatement. It can be disregarded

2. During the pre-bid, Matt was unable to get access to the Phase 2 and Phase 3 work areas. Will abatement work be limited to the Phase 1 area or will there also be abatement work in the Phase 2 and 3 areas?

There should not be any abatement work in phase 2 as it was completed by our in-house personnel a few years ago, and during both site-visits, the lab personnel allowed contractors to conduct a brief walk-though and take pictures.

3. For the Architectural casework, if a company is AWI certified but is not a member of the QCP program, would this be acceptable?

No, Section 06 40 23 - 1.5(Quality Assurance) sub category D, Quality Certification Program labels and certificates indicating that woodwork, including installation, complies with requirements of grades specified must be provided.

1. Drawing AS-103, the porch roof system, please provide Specifications for the Monolithic Membrane Plaza Deck System with the Pedestal Pavers. Can’t this porch roof be constructed the same way the new roof?

This is an existing porch and can not be constructed in the same manor as the new roof

Drawing AS-102, Roof Key Notes, R3, please define what type of roof paver

24"x24" ROOFTOP WALKWAY PADS (SEE SPECIFICATION FOR INFORMATION).

COORINATE LOCATIONS WITH ROOF PENETRATIONS WHERE APPLICABLE.

1. Regarding the roof, does the rigid insulation get mechanically fastened?

Please review specification vol 1 , section 07 21 13 THERMAL INSULATION and Vol 2, SECTION 32 95 00 VEGETATED ROOF ASSEMBLIES

2. All of the tile and carpet selections are discontinued from the manufacture, please advise.

Please use tile and carpet that meet current performance and technical specifications and are comparable in color and finish.

3. Amendment #1 Specifications, what changed, please advise.

Sections of the specifications were not properly uploaded into the project file, and the remaining sections needed to be added under the amendment.

4. On FP1-101 you can see the proposed tie-in point for the basement sprinklers. It’s over in the existing basement. I assume this basement does not have any ceilings and access will be rather easy? My main question is in regards to the pipe travels from the existing basement to the new Mechanical Room. It passes through an area that is undefined to me. Is this area excavated? On drawing AS 10B, this area is labeled as “Pipe Basement.” Is this like a crawl space or something? I’m seeing possibly 7’ of space based on the section on drawing AS 301? Just wondering how easy or difficult it will be to pass through here. This space is shown to not need any sprinkler protection either.

The current area is filled in with 2A stone and will need to be excavated in order to accommodate the new pipe basement level on the drawings.

5. On FP1-102 you can see the proposed tie-in point for the Ground Floor sprinklers. I need to go through an area of the building that is not being renovated. Only part of the ceiling is shown to be ACT. Do you know if this entire run has ACT ceilings?

The entire ceiling in that area is Acoustic Ceiling Tiles

6. Are there any tax exemptions for this project? The contract will contain FAR Clause 52.229-3 – Federal, State and Local Taxes. The VA does not provide tax exemptions. Contractor is responsible for all taxes in their proposals projects.

7. Please confirm that duct cleaning by mechanical methods is not required if the duct is protected during construction.

If the duct is properly protected and there are no issues throughout the construction phase, then the VA will not require duct cleaning by mechanical methods.

8. There is a Justification and Approval specification for Delta Controls only. Section 01.6201 states Johnson Controls is also acceptable. Please confirm who is acceptable for the HVAC controls.

There is a J&A for Delta controls.

9. There is no Justification and Approval specification for the ERU. Section 01.6201 states Semco is to be the manufacture, is Semco only permitted?

There is no J&A for an Energy Recovery Unit, so we are not requiring any specific product of manufacturer.

1. Regarding the flooring, can you please clarify where RST-1 and RS-5 are located?

Drawing AS 1721 - FINISH SCHEDULE AND DETAILS -RST (RESILIENT STAIR TREAD)-RST-1-> could not locate on drawings -RS-5 RUBBER TILE FLOORING-> could not locate on drawings

2. Regarding the flooring, we assume S-1 and S-2 and S- 3 at mechanical basement?

YES ?? Drawings shows AS 10B - PIPE BASEMENT AND MECHANICAL BASEMENT:

1-MECHANICAL BASEMENT -> STAIR 1-S1; STAIR 2-S2; STAIR 3-S3

AS 501 - STAIR PLANS, SECTIONS AND DETAILS

9-ENLARGED PLAN - MECH. STAIR AT BASEMENT having S1

3. Sheet AS1721, shows CT-1, CT-2 and GT-1, does this tile all pertain to the staff toilet, full height?

Traditionally on project we tile half way up the wall and transition to drywall to the ceiling.

This would be acceptable for this project.

CT-1 CERAMIC TILE, CT-2 CERAMIC TILE - BULLNOSE, GT-1 GLASS TILE are related to G11- STAFF TOILET 2 and G14-STAFF TOILET 1

The Shaw Weave Accent Tile is discontinued. What tile would they like in it's place?

Please use tile and carpet that meet current performance and technical specifications and are comparable in color and finish.

1. Drawing AS201, Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 4, 13, 14, 15 and 17, please provide Specifications and confirm locations.

Refer to drawings AS 201 - ENLARGED PLANS AND ELEVATIONS located:

-Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 4 (PREFABRICATED BENCH-located at 9-STAFF LOCKERS -

WEST)

-Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 13 (DOUBLE HEIGHT PLASTIC LAMINATE (ZEE) LOCKERS located at8-STAFF LOCKERS - SOUTH) -Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 14(MOP RACK, 36" LONG-located at15-HOUSEKEEPING) -Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 15(METAL SHELF, 8" DEPTH-located at15-HOUSEKEEPING) -Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 17 (LIMESTONE AGGREGATE ON POLYETHYLENE PLASTIC FILM located at QL 101 - EQUIPMENT PLANS-1-SUPPORT SPACE EQUIPMENT PLAN) and Please review Specification Vol 1, page 09 06 00 - 9,SECTION 10 28 00 TOILET, BATH, AND LAUNDRY

ACCESSORIES

2. Does the Manufactured Plastic Casework have to be AWI certified?

Section 06 40 23 - 1.5(Quality Assurance) sub category D, Quality Certification Program labels and certificates indicating that woodwork, including installation, complies with requirements of grades specified must be provided.

3. Drawing AS-301, Detail 2, aluminum exterior sun control device, please provide Specifications.

Refer to AS 402 - WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS 1-DETAIL - CURTAINWALL-ALUMINUM EXTERIOR SUN CONTROL DEVICE BY CURTAIN WALL MANUFACTURER->Please review Specification vol 1, Mockup, 08 44 13 - 2 to 08 44 13 - 20

1. Drawing AS201, Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 4, 13, 14, 15 and 17, please provide Specifications and confirm locations.

Refer to drawings AS 201 - ENLARGED PLANS AND ELEVATIONS located:

-Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 4 (PREFABRICATED BENCH-located at 9-STAFF LOCKERS -

WEST)

-Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 13 (DOUBLE HEIGHT PLASTIC LAMINATE (ZEE) LOCKERS located at8-STAFF LOCKERS - SOUTH) -Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 14(MOP RACK, 36" LONG-located at15-HOUSEKEEPING) -Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 15(METAL SHELF, 8" DEPTH-located at15-HOUSEKEEPING) -Architectural Key Notes Numbers: 17 (LIMESTONE AGGREGATE ON POLYETHYLENE PLASTIC FILM located at QL 101 - EQUIPMENT PLANS-1-SUPPORT SPACE EQUIPMENT PLAN) and Please review Specification Vol 1, page 09 06 00 - 9,SECTION 10 28 00 TOILET, BATH, AND LAUNDRY

ACCESSORIES

2. Does the Manufactured Plastic Casework have to be AWI certified?

Section 06 40 23 - 1.5(Quality Assurance) sub category D, Quality Certification Program labels and certificates indicating that woodwork, including installation, complies with requirements of grades specified must be provided.

Drawing AS-301, Detail 2, aluminum exterior sun control device, please provide Specifications

Refer to AS 402 - WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS

1-DETAIL - CURTAINWALL-ALUMINUM EXTERIOR SUN CONTROL

DEVICE BY CURTAIN WALL MANUFACTURER->Please review Specification vol 1, Mockup, 08 44 13 - 2 to 08 44 13 - 20

1. Both the carpet tile that is listed under the specs and the ceramic tiles that are listed under the specs are discontinued items. Please advise on what should be used as basis of design.

Please use tile and carpet that meet current performance and technical specifications and are comparable in color and finish.

1. On drawing AS 101, Plan Drawing Key Note #20 identifies “mobile lab benches.” There appear to be approximately 50 3’x6’ mobile lab benches. On the same drawing, Plan Drawing Note #10 states “furniture shown is VA furnished and installed.” Is the contractor responsible to furnish and/or install these mobile lab benches?

The VA will provide and install Mobile Lab Benches

a. If the contractor is responsible for furnishing and installing the mobile lab benches, please provide more information about these items.

The VA will provide and install Mobile Lab Benches

2. The sewage duplex pump system is identified in the specifications, however, the storm drains duplex sump pump system is not identified. Can a specification section be provided for this pump system?

Please review specification vol 2, SECTION 22 14 00 FACILITY STORM DRAINAGE, page 139.

SECTION 22 14 36,PACKAGED, SUBMERSIBLE, DRAINAGE PUMP UNITS ; specification page 130, 2.1 SUBMERSIBLE SEWERAGE PUMP UNITS,A. Duplex centrifugal, submersible pumps

3. On Drawing PL1-001, Fixture & Lab Equipment Connection Schedule, LS-1 sink, C1,C2,C3,C5 and H2 tags. Are all these supplied and installed by the VA?

Refer to Drawing----PL1-001 - Plumbing Legend and General Notes is not Fixture & Lab Equipment Connection Schedule as question stated LS-1 LAB SINK 1 - Contractor Installed C1 cI400 - - PIPE TO FLOOR DRAIN -Contractor Installed C2 cI400 - Contractor Installed C3 WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM - Contractor Installed C5 WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM - - Contractor Installed H2 GROSSING STATION W/SINK-> Contractor Installed

a. Are the DI water and IW systems the responsibility of the contractor? If so, can you provide specifications on these systems?

Deionized water and Indrect waste System will be installed by the contractor for this project, we will investigate specs for this with the AE Firm.

4. In reviewing the Specifications volumes, we found numerous missing Specification Sections. In total, 31 spec sections were missing.

Specifications have been incorporated via amendment

80 a. 01 31 00 Request for Information (RFI) Form Please utilize your firms standard form of submittals of RFI's in the future

b. 21 05 11 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression Specification vol 2

c. 22 14 36 Packages, Submersible, Drainage Pump Units

Specification vol 2

d. Every section in Division 26 – Electrical (16 sections listed)

SECTION 26 05 11-REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS--Specification vol 2

e. Every section in Division 27 – Communications (4 sections listed)

SECTION 27 05 11-REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS INSTALLATIONS--

Specification vol 2

f. Every section in Division 28 – Electronic Safety and Security (3 sections listed)

SECTION 28 05 11-REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

INSTALLATIONS--Specification vol 2

86 g. 31 23 19 Dewatering SECTION 31 23 19-DEWATERING---Specification vol 2 87 h. 31 23 23.33 Flowable Fill SECTION 31 23 23.33 FLOWABLE FILL---Specification vol 2 88 i. 32 31 53 Perimeter Security Fences and Gates SECTION 32 31 53 PERIMETER SECURITY FENCES AND GATES----Specification vol 2 89 j. 32 90 00 Planting SECTION 32 90 00 PLANTING---Specification vol 2 90 k. 33 46 13 Foundation Drainage SECTION 33 46 13 FOUNDATION DRAINAGE--Specification vol 2

Will these spec sections be provided asap for pricing purposes?

Yes - specifications have been provided via amendment

1. Please confirm the Commissioning Agent will be hired through the VA.

The Contractor will not be responsible for the Commissioning Agent for this project.

1. I was informed by a Subcontractor that the Dal Tile and American Olean tile, that is called for on the project, has been discontinued for a few years. Can you please clarify what tile is to be installed, instead of this tile.

Please use tile and carpet that meet current performance and technical specifications and are comparable in color and finish.

2. On the finish schedule it indicates that G01 and G02 are to match existing. are these areas to be part of this contract? and if so what is the material?

Refer to AS 1005 - DOOR AND WINDOW SCHEDULE AND DETAILS:

G01-ENTRY VESTIBULE, door panel is wood, door schedule is hollow metal (more details on AS 1005) G02-ADMINISTRATION VESTIBULE, door panel is wood, door schedule is hollow metal (more details on AS 1005)

3. For baths G11 and G14 they are asking for a wall tile with mosaic accents, can a detail be provided showing the pattern and dimensions?

Refer to DWG GI 003 - BULDING GROSS & PROGRAM AREA PLANS:

G11- STAFF TOILET 2 -60 SF Traditional horizontal offset with a bullnose transition to drywall to the ceiling G14 -STAFF TOILET 1 -45 SF Traditional horizontal offset with a bullnose transition to drywall to the ceiling

4. The specifications call for stair treads and rubber tile for the stair landings. These do not show on the finish schedule or the stair drawings, please verify what is to be installed on the stairs?

For stair treads, Per DWG AS 501 - STAIR PLANS, SECTIONS AND DETAILS

-1-DETAIL - STEEL STAIR BOTTOM-GALVANIZED STEEL CHECKERED PLATE TREADS

-5-STAIR DETAIL -GROUND FLOOR LANDING-STEEL PAN TREADS W/2" CONCRETE FILL

-12-12 MECH. STAIR SECTION-20 TREADS @ 11"

For Rubber tile for the stair landings: AS 402 - WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS

1-DETAIL - CURTAINWALL-RUBBER SHEET FLOORING;REFER TO FINISH SCHEDULE-

1. Regarding Specification Section 32.3153, this Specification Section is shown on the Table of Contents but no Specifications given, please provide the Specifications and please explain where this is located in the project.

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS:

32 31 53 Perimeter Security Fences and Gates-> page 780, specification vol 2

2. Is temporary metal fencing required around the General Contractor’s jobsite trailer?

Metal fencing will not be required around the job trailer, but will be required around the job site and lay down areas.

1. Regarding Specification Section 32.3153, this Specification Section is shown on the Table of Contents but no Specifications given, please provide the Specifications and please explain where this is located in the project.

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS:

32 31 53 Perimeter Security Fences and Gates-> page 780, specification vol 2

2. Is temporary metal fencing required around the General Contractor’s jobsite trailer?

Metal fencing will not be required around the job trailer, but will be required around the job site and lay down areas.

1. As per the section 5.1 Evaluation Factor 1 – Technical Capability, under b) capability (page 20 of 84 of solicitation) it states “Offeror needs to detail plans for how to respond to potentially short notice site visits/proposal meetings (normally within two calendar days but potentially as short as two hours).” Kindly clarify this requirement as this seems to be a MATOC requirement.

Although this is a MATOC requirement, it is also pertinent to the solicited project.

2. As per the section 5.1 Evaluation Factor 1 – Technical Capability, under b) capability (page 21 of 84 of solicitation) it states “Subcontractors shall have completed Exhibit B, Subcontractor Information and Consent form. In addition, Exhibit C, calculations of self-performed work, must be completed and submitted, in accordance with FAR 52.219-14, limitations on subcontracting.” Kindly clarify if Exhibit C is to be provided by the General Contractor or Sub-Contractor.

Exhibit C is to be provided by the Prime Contractor

3. As per the section 5.1 Evaluation Factor 1 – Technical Capability, under c) Quality Control (page 21 of 84 of solicitation) it states “Offers shall discuss their ability to comply with the requirements of The Infection Control Manual of the Medical Center”. Kindly provide us with the Infection Control Manual of the Medical Center.

Manual to be provided

1. Since the Proposal needs to go to two (2) locations and given the time of year, may we elect to mail the day before and e-mail you the tracking number to prove it was shipped?

Yes

2. The insulated metal panels that are listed in the Finish Schedule as 07.40.00, may Specifications be supplied?

Please review specification vol 2, DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION, especially SECTION 07 19 20 MOISTURE VAPOR CONTROL SYSTEM to find information for SECTION 07 40 00, ROOFING AND SIDING PANELS, page 090600-6

3. May the SSHO be the site Superintendent? The Government will not dictate how the contractor manages or assigns their personnel to this project.

4. Is a CQC Systems Manager required, if so, may the site Superintendent be the CQC Systems Manager?

The Government will not dictate how the contractor manages or assigns their personnel to this project.

5. May the site Superintendent also act as the QA/QC? The Government will not dictate how the contractor manages or assigns their personnel to this project.

We have been reviewing plans and specs for the Expand Laboratory project. There are a total 31 sections in the Specifications book, which are listed in the Table of Contents but are not included in the specifications.

These missing spec sections are:

Specifications has been provided via Amendment

110 01 31 00.1 Request for Information (RFI) Form Please utilize your firms standard form of submittals of RFI's in the future 111 21 05 11 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression Specification vol 2 112 22 14 36 Packages, Submersible, Drainage Pump Units Specification vol 2

Every section in Division 26 – Electrical (16 sections listed)

SECTION 26 05 11-REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS--Specification vol 2

Every section in Division 27 – Communications (4 sections listed)

SECTION 27 05 11-REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS INSTALLATIONS--

Specification vol 2

Every section in Division 28 – Electronic Safety and Security (3 sections listed)

SECTION 28 05 11-REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

INSTALLATIONS--Specification vol 2

116 31 23 19 Dewatering SECTION 31 23 19-DEWATERING---Specification vol 2 117 31 23 23.33 Flowable Fill SECTION 31 23 23.33 FLOWABLE FILL---Specification vol 2 118 32 31 53 Perimeter Security Fences and Gates SECTION 32 31 53 PERIMETER SECURITY FENCES AND GATES----Specification vol 2 119 32 90 00 Planting SECTION 32 90 00 PLANTING---Specification vol 2 120 33 46 13 Foundation Drainage SECTION 33 46 13 FOUNDATION DRAINAGE--Specification vol 2

We need these to estimate the project, and there isn’t much time before the bid due date, considering the holidays. When will they be published?

Amendment has been issued

Spec Sec 01 00 00, General Requirements, Subsection 1.5C: Requires the use of round-the-clock security guards on the job site for the 365-day duration of the project. The contractor must provide unidentified communications equipment to be used to contact police, and additional equipment for recording guard rounds.

This requirement will be removed per amendment. The VA have a full time police department on campus. We will only request the contractor to lock and secure the site when not conducting work.

Updated questions 01-05-21