Tuckpointing BIdder RFI Answers 8.18.25.pdf
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This document is a Request for Information (RFI) for a Tuckpointing project (Solicitation Number 36C24425B0017) for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The RFI addresses multiple technical and procedural questions about the project, including bid submission requirements, work specifications, and project logistics. Key details include: emailed bid submissions are required with a bid bond valued at 20% of the contractor's bid price, multiple buildings/areas can be worked on concurrently, 4-10 hour workdays are permitted, and the project potentially may start in Spring 2026. Specific project requirements involve masonry restoration, roof anchor installations, and exterior sealant replacement. Contractors will need to coordinate closely with VA staff, follow temperature constraints for installation, and undergo inspections after completing each wall section. The VA will provide limited record drawings and a photo book of the construction site, and the project involves an EPDM roof with a current MULE HIDE warranty.
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| Final Bid Due Date and Opening Info.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0005.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0005_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24425B0017 0004.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0004_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24425B0017 0003_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24425B0017 0003.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2 Sign in Sheet Tuckpointing 8.1.25.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 Sign in Sheet Tuckpointing 7.29.25.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0002.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0002_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 2 VA Wilmington Contract Doc Submittal - 2024 05 10 - Drawing Set.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0001.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 VA Wilmington Contract Doc Submittal - 2024 05 10 - Specifications.pdf | ||
| 36C24425B0017 0001_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24425B0017_2.docx | DOCX document | |
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Tuckpointing RFIs
36C24425B0017
1. VAAR 852.219-75 (VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Service and Construction) is noted as required in Bid Submission documents - but no FORM provided. Please provide.
a. VAAR 852.219-75 form provided in amendment. Please complete and submit with bid.
2. Please confirm that emailed submission is required for the bid submission. Specific language for the Bid Bond (Bid Guarantee) is not provided.
a. Emailed submission is required for bid submission. Language provided in SF 24.
3. Please confirm the value of that for our bid submission. Confirm use of SF 24 for this Bond.
a. Value of bid submission shall be 20% of contractor bid price.
b. SF 24 will fulfill requirement for bid bond submission
4. There is no detail for the steel beam mounted roof anchor, please advise.
a. (IEI Please review and advise) Detail 1/G002 is a typical detail. Actual roof and anchor product data and layout are to be submitted per specification sections 11 24 23 and 01 33 23.
5. 17-AE 102 Deficiency M, there are no quantities, please advise.
a. “M” is identified on D/17-AE102 as 1 SF.
6. How are the panels connected to the backup wall and adjacent panels?
a. No anchorage details are available on the existing building drawings, but the panels appear to be held in place with typical rod anchors.
7. There are no description or quantities for discrepancy T, please advise.
a. “T” is identified on 1/AE101 Reset Displaced Stone @ Corner, quantity 1 coping stone.
8. May more than one (1) building/area be worked on concurrently?
a. Yes
9. May the Superintendent also be the SSHO and CQC Systems Manager?
a. Yes
10. Is a full time Project Manager required for the General Contractor?
a. No
11. Please provide the as-builts for the buildings requiring masonry restoration and the roof anchors.
a. Limited record drawings were available at the time of design. Record drawings can be made available by the VA.
12. Where are the corresponding photos that show scope of work described’
a. The corresponding photo book was submitted as part of the Construction Contract Documents and can be made available by the VA.
13. There is no detail for the steel beam mounted roof anchor.
a. Refer to RFI 4 response.
14. 17-AE 102 Deficiency M, there are no quantities.
a. Refer to RFI 5 response.
15. How are the panels connected to the backup wall and adjacent panels?
a. Refer to RFI 6 response.
16. There are no description or quantities for discrepancy T.
a. Refer to RFI 7 response.
17. 4-10 hour days ok for working hours?
a. Yes
18. What are the prewashing requirements prior to tuckpointing
a. Refer to specification section 04 01 00 and 04 05 3, along with the manufacturer’s recommendation for products being installed.
19. Please provide roof warranty info and protection requirements
a. EPDM roof is from MULE HIDE and has a current warranty, AWARDED contractor is to retain the services of a MULE HIDE authorized agent
20. Please provide elevator limitations for access, security, and hours allowed to use
a. Freight elevator can be used from 0500 to 0800 and 1600 to 1800 Monday to
Friday without limitation. During normal working hours, you will need to work around VA staff and VA needs. Access to the 9th Floor will be key-controlled through facilities.
21. As each wall section completed how will GC be able to get inspected and accepted before moving staging to next wall?
a. Develop a work plan and schedule detailing the work per spec section 01 00 00 to determine stages of inspection. Coordinate with the VA to determine inspection procedures based on work plan and schedule.
b. VA will coordinate with A/E once contractor has completed each section. On-site physical inspection to occur within 10 business days of notification of completion from the prime contractor.
22. With winter weather approaching, will work start when temps are 40degrees and rising early spring…if the job is awarded Sep.
a. Refer to specifications outlining temperature constraints for installation of the work.
b. VA will entertain moving construction start time to Spring 2026.
23. Drawing 13-AE101 is the quantities on notes A & B addition to what is identified on the drawings under deficiency B
a. Quantity is in addition to. The intent is to remove and replace all exterior sealant per note A & B. Quantities to be verified by the contractor.
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