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The purpose of this amendment to solicitation 36C24426R0139 for UD SPS AHU & RO Upgrade is as follows:

1) Provide RFI responses and additional supporting documentation

2) The proposal due date remains September 11th 2026 at 12:00 PM local time.

SPS AHU & RO Upgrade | Pre-Bid RFI Review

SPS Pre-Bid Requests for Information - Grouped Review Copy

SPS PRE-BID REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

Grouped by Similar Topic

Solicitation / Proposal / Contracting / Schedule

RFI 3

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Are there RFI’s that were asked and answered during the first time this Project Bid? Will they be included in this solicitation?

Response

Only the solicitation documents, amendments, and clarifications issued for the current solicitation shall govern. RFIs/responses from a prior solicitation are not applicable unless expressly incorporated by amendment.

RFI 9

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Is Part 2 required only for subcontractors or teaming partners that the Offeror intends to utilize on this solicitation, or should it also include firms with relevant experience that are not proposed for this project?

Response

Per Exhibit A Part 2 “Name major Subcontractors and/or Teaming Partners to be utilized on the contract being solicited”

RFI 10

Bidder RFI Question

If the Offeror intends to utilize a subcontractor for a required specialty trade but has not previously completed a project jointly with that subcontractor, should the subcontractor still be listed in Part 2, and if so, how should the "joint project experience" section be completed?

Response

Offerors identify primary Subcontractors for the project being solicited and should state if any section is not applicable.

RFI 11

Bidder RFI Question

Does the Government expect the subcontractor identified in Part 2 to correspond to the subcontractor whose Part 1 project experience (if any) is submitted, or may these be different firms?

Response

Offerors are to indicate in Part 1 Question 3 of Exhibit A any/all major subcontractors and whether named subcontractors will be used on the project to be awarded. Part 2 is for subcontractors performing on the project solicited.

RFI 12

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Is an offeror required to name any subcontractors in its proposal as a condition of responsiveness/acceptability, or is subcontractor identification required only where the offeror wishes the subcontractor's experience and past performance to be considered in the evaluation?

Response

Offerors are to follow solicitation and exhibit instructions and complete all information accurately.

RFI 13

Bidder RFI Question

Can you please confirm whether CPARS evaluations may be submitted in lieu of Exhibit

C – Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs)? At times, it can be difficult to obtain completed questionnaires directly from past clients within the proposal timeframe.

Response

CPARS should not be submitted in lieu of the Past Performance Questionnaires. Per the

RFP: “If PPQ’s are not returned, contractors may submit adequate proof that they at least made the attempt to obtain these documents as evidence of compliance of directions.” An

Exhibit D: Sample Transmittal Letter for Past Performance Evaluation Questionnaire is included in the solicitation documents that may be provided in this circumstance.

RFI 18

Bidder RFI Question

What is our limit on Exhibit A’s? The Exhibit A says 2 & 3 and the solicitation says 4.

Response

Offerors may submit up to four (4) Exhibit A’s

RFI 22

Bidder RFI Question

The language in the solicitation makes it appear that the 7-29-26 site visit was mandatory for bidders. Was the site visit mandatory for prime bidders?

Response

Yes, offerors submitting a proposal must have attended one site visit as clarified in prior amendment.

RFI 34

Bidder RFI Question

The solicitation includes 180 days for Government acceptance. Six months seems like an excessive amount of time for this award. Can this timeline be shortened and narrow the window for a NTP?

Response

This timeframe is necessary due to potential funding constraints and extended review prior to award.

RFI 53

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Will there be any owner-required gaps in the construction (mainly between phases 2 and

3)?

Response

VA does not anticipate an owner-required idle gap between Phases 2 and 3. Once Phase

2 work is complete and the SPS equipment is operational, commissioned, and accepted for use, VA intends to transition staff/equipment over a weekend so subsequent phased work can proceed. Contractor shall coordinate the transition and sequencing with VA.

RFI 54

Bidder RFI Question

There are doors and frames in the very first temporary space (Area #1). Due to door/frame lead times, will there be an early release to allow these submittals/materials to be expedited?

Response

Early release of doors and frames prior to award/NTP will not be authorized. Temporary-area doors and frames should be standard, non-rated assemblies with relatively short lead times. Following NTP, VA will work with the awarded Contractor to coordinate required submittals, procurement, and sequencing.

RFI 55

Bidder RFI Question

Please provide the anticipated date for a permit set of drawings, and an anticipated building permit date (for our schedule to be submitted with the bid).

Response

The issued Bid Set drawings constitute the Permit Set for this project. A separate permit drawing set will not be issued. A building permit is not required for this VA project.

Following Notice to Proceed (NTP), VA will process/issue the required PCRA and ICRA documentation in coordination with the Contractor.

RFI 56

Bidder RFI Question

Please clarify who is responsible to pay for the building permit. Is the governing body the

City of Pittsburgh or PA L&I?

Response

A building permit is not required for this VA project; therefore, there is no building-permit fee to be carried by the Contractor. Neither City of Pittsburgh nor PA L&I building-permit approval is required for this work. VA will issue/process the applicable PCRA and ICRA following NTP.

RFI 62

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Are there any required milestone dates in the 720 day schedule (turnover of Phase 2)?

Response

No separate predetermined milestone date is established for turnover of Phase 2 beyond the overall contract requirements. Offerors shall provide their proposed construction schedule and may identify schedule betterments or efficiencies in their proposal.

RFI 88

Bidder RFI Question

The solicitation requires submission of a Contractor Pre-Award OSHA Evaluation Form.

This form does not appear to be included with the documents. Can it be provided?

Response This amendment removes the requirement for VA contracts to comply with the latest VA safety

Directive 7715 (June 2023). The VA will assess the submitted safety plan instead of an OSHA rating. If your form is included in your safety compliance plan, it will be reviewed accordingly.

RFI 105

Bidder RFI Question

On page 5 of the solicitation there is a line item for “Accounting and Appropriation Data” with a line for a dollar amount. Can you please clarify what this is for and if we need to provide a value?

This information is provided upon award, and offerors are not expected to provide a value in this section.

Temporary Phasing / Construction Barriers / Logistics / Work Hours

RFI 47

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Other than the note on GI-103 regarding AN-205/AN206, please confirm all work is normal daylight hours.

Response

Except where otherwise specifically indicated in the Contract Documents, general construction work may be performed during normal daylight working hours. Work and demolition activities that generate loud or significant impact noise affecting the Radiology

Department on the floor above may be required to be performed during early-morning or late-afternoon hours. Contractor shall coordinate the scheduling of disruptive and high-impact work with VA in advance to avoid disruption to daily hospital operations and

Veteran patient care.

RFI 49

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Drawing GI-106, note P1.1 states “Confirm if existing walls extend to deck above. Extend wall to create construction barrier if needed.” Please clarify if these walls extend to the deck, or create an allowance for this work.

Response

For bidding purposes, assume all existing perimeter walls identified as part of the construction barrier require extension to the deck above. Provide extensions in accordance with the applicable temporary partition details, including TP2/GI-108. Existing conditions shall be field verified during construction. Where an existing wall is confirmed to extend continuously to the deck and satisfies the required construction-barrier condition, additional wall extension will not be required.

RFI 50

Bidder RFI Question

Temporary areas 2 and 3 do not show any ceiling work. Please confirm there is no ceiling work in these areas.

Response

Ceiling work in Temporary Areas 2 and 3 is limited to modifications, removals, patching, and restoration specifically required to accommodate temporary partitions, MEP work, and other indicated construction, with no general ceiling replacement is required other than to accommodate temporary storage, including ductwork modifications required.

RFI 52

Bidder RFI Question

Drawing GI-105 Phase 4 note states “Areas #1, #2, and #3 renovated back to usable spaces TBD – coordinate with VA”. What exactly does this mean? Are we to remove all the work done in the temporary spaces? Please provide drawings showing the completed temporary spaces at end of the project.

Response

Improved Flooring, Layout (walls/lighting, etc), mechanicals as executed in PH I shall remain “as-is”. GC team shall patch and repaint to “like new” state for turnover to VA. No reconstruction of prior furniture, etc. required.

RFI 59

Bidder RFI Question

Please provide logistics plans showing access to the jobsite through the hospital.

Response

Contractor access, material-delivery routes and construction-debris routes through the occupied medical center were previewed during prebid site walk and shall be coordinated with VA. VA to provide/confirm approved construction access points and internal travel routes, w/ successful bidder post award.

RFI 60

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Will there be space for a construction dumpster, and if so, where will it be located?

Response

VA will assign the Contractor's approved dumpster location following NTP. Contractor shall coordinate dumpster placement, size, delivery, servicing, access, and associated site requirements with VA. Contractor shall not assume a specific dumpster location prior to NTP.

RFI 61

Bidder RFI Question

What is the depth of the crawl space, and where is the access? Will crawl space work be considered confined space work?

Response

The crawl space is not classified as a confined space. Access to the crawl space shall be through the existing access hatch indicated on the Contract Drawings. Refer to the applicable drawings for the access-hatch location. Contractor shall field verify existing crawl-space conditions and clearances prior to performing work.

RFI 72

Bidder RFI Question

GI-103 and GI-104 have notes asking us to extend perimeter walls for each phase to the deck, if needed. We have no way to know if this work is required. Please clarify if these walls go to the deck, or provide an allowance for creating the construction barrier. The allowance may be preferable because even if the walls are full-height there are most likely numerous penetrations that will need to be sealed.

Response

For bidding purposes, assume all existing perimeter walls forming the construction barrier require extension and/or sealing continuously to the deck above as necessary to provide the required construction barrier. Provide wall extensions in accordance with TP2/GI-108.

Existing conditions shall be field verified during construction. Where an existing wall is confirmed to extend continuously to the deck and existing penetrations/openings are adequately sealed to provide the required barrier, additional extension work will not be required.

Related RFI

Related to RFI 49 - perimeter construction barriers to deck.

RFI 79

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Are there designated areas for crane, dumpsters, and material laydown? Can we use a trash chute?

Response

VA has identified approximate locations for crane setup and dumpster placement as shown on the site logistics exhibit. Material laydown shall remain within the project site boundaries indicated in the bid documents. A trash chute may be used for materials removed from the roof, subject to Contractor coordination with VA and compliance with applicable safety requirements.

Related to RFIs 59 and 60 - construction access, dumpster and site logistics.

RFI 80

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Are there any schedule restrictions for gravel vacuuming the roof, and having a crane on site? Are these after-hours/weekend activities?

Response

Crane operations are preferred during weekends. Roof vacuuming and other disruptive roof activities may be required during off-hours or weekends depending on noise impacts to hospital operations. Contractor shall coordinate the schedule of crane, roof vacuuming, and other disruptive activities with VA in advance. Refer to the attached site logistics exhibit for approximate crane, dumpster, and roof trash-chute locations.

Related to RFI 47 - normal work hours and disruptive work coordination.

RFI 80 - Site Logistics Exhibit (Approximate Locations)

RFI 81

Bidder RFI Question

There is a substantial amount of work that happens outside of the shaded areas shown on the phasing plans. Please provide updated phasing plans showing all work areas on all levels. Please also provide ICRA information about work in these areas.

Response

Drawings & Shaded areas highlight general areas of work. MEP drawings are separated by phase and supplement the shaded drawings. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to coordinate supporting work with VA COR as needed, TYP.

RFI 107

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Are there any crane and/or debris considerations for helicopters overhead?

Response

Crane operations and other lifting activities shall require advance planning and coordination with VA.

Any proposed use of a helicopter for lifting operations would similarly require advance planning, coordination, and VA approval prior to the work. Crane, helicopter lifting, and other significant overhead lifting operations shall be planned for weekend work when practicable, when occupancy of spaces below the affected roof area is reduced. Contractor is responsible for required lift plans, safety controls, exclusion zones, debris-control measures, and coordination necessary to safely perform the work.

Related RFI

Related to RFIs 79 and 80 - crane/site logistics and scheduling.

RFI 124

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Are there any issues with access, or can a crane be used right next to the roof area by the dock doors?

Response

A crane may be staged adjacent to the roof area near the loading dock, generally consistent with the approximate crane setup location identified on the site logistics exhibit.

Final crane location, setup, access, outriggers, barricades, delivery route, and operational requirements shall be coordinated with VA prior to crane operations. Crane operations are preferred during weekends to minimize impacts to hospital operations. Contractor remains responsible for verifying site conditions and providing all required crane planning, protection, and safety measures.

Refer to RFIs 79, 80, and 107 - site logistics, crane scheduling, and lifting coordination.

RFI 119

Bidder RFI Question

The mechanical demo and new work do not happen in the same phase per drawings. For example, MD-10G.3.A1 is the demo for Area A1 in Phase 3, while the new ductwork scope for this area does not occur until Phase 4 per MH-20G.4.A1. It was understood that one area would be complete before moving to the next so people and supplies could shift around. This occurs for most mechanical and plumbing phases. Please confirm phasing for mechanical and plumbing scopes.

Response

Phasing is sequential. Demolition of a space must happen before construction. Refer to narrative and architectural description of phasing plan.

Storage, Shelving, Furniture & VA-Furnished Equipment

RFI 20

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Drawing GI-106, Enlarged Phasing Plans Area 1 & 2 – Phase 1, identifies Item TS4 under

Temporary Logistics Storage #1 as four (4) existing carts to be relocated with new top rails to be provided. The contract documents do not appear to provide sufficient product information or specifications for the TS4 carts or the required new top rails. Please provide the manufacturer, model, dimensions, and product specifications for the existing

TS4 carts, as well as the manufacturer/product requirements, dimensions, mounting requirements, and accessories for the new top rails, so this work can be properly priced and coordinated.

Response

Refer to Amendment 1 revised sheets GI-106 and GI-107. TS4 consists of existing carts to be relocated. New top-track requirements apply to the high-density shelving identified as TS1M/TS1E, as indicated on the revised phasing drawings. No new top rails are required for TS4 carts.

RFI 21

Bidder RFI Question

Drawing GI-106, Enlarged Phasing Plans Area 1 & 2 – Phase 1, identifies Item TS1 as high-density 5-tier shelving, 2'-0" x 5'-0" x 6'-8", with Metro Shelving High Density Storage or approved equal identified as the basis of design. Temporary Logistics Storage #1 requires relocation of sixty (60) existing TS1 shelving units and provision of new top rails.

Temporary Logistics Storage #2 requires thirty-three (33) TS1 shelving units, consisting of nine (9) contractor-provided units and twenty-four (24) relocated existing units, with new top rails for all units. Please provide the manufacturer/model or product series of the existing Metro high-density shelving currently used by the VA and any available product information necessary to match the existing system. Additionally, please provide or clarify the required top rail configuration, dimensions/lengths, mounting and attachment requirements, hardware, and accessories necessary for the ninety-three (93) TS1 shelving units requiring new top rails, so this work can be properly priced and coordinated.

Response

Refer to Amendment 1 revised drawings GI-106, GI-107 and AE-410. The basis of design is the MetroMax Top-Track High Density Storage System with MetroMax Q shelving, or approved equal. Refer to AE-410 for S1M/S1E/S1A model designations and required system components. For temporary storage, provide 12 new top tracks approximately 19'-

0" long each in Area 1 and six new top tracks approximately 21'-0" long each in Area 2, as indicated on revised GI-106/GI-107. Contractor shall provide all tracks, connecting components, hardware and accessories necessary for a complete functional system and coordinate existing equipment with VA.

RFI 39

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Please refer to the phasing plan drawings GI-106 and GI-107. The following items are stated to be existing and relocated: TS1, TS2, TS3, TS4, TS7, and TS9. Please confirm the party responsible for relocating this storage equipment. If by contractor, please provide locations to which these items are being moved from on a floor plan.

Response

Contractor is responsible for relocation of equipment identified on the phasing drawings as Existing – Relocated, including disassembly/disconnection as required, movement, reassembly/reinstallation and reconnection as applicable. Refer to revised Amendment 1 drawings GI-106/GI-107 for current storage-equipment quantities and temporary locations.

RFI 40

Bidder RFI Question

Please clarify comment on equipment schedule “VA to furnish/Contractor to install through manufacturer”. Do all these items need to be installed by the manufacturer? Or is this stating for the contractor to consult the manufacturer on installation?

Response

VA to furnish/Contractor to install through manufacturer” means the equipment will be furnished by VA and installed under the Contractor's scope. The Contractor shall coordinate installation through the equipment manufacturer and provide the services of an authorized manufacturer's representative as required to supervise/coordinate assembly and installation. This designation does not transfer installation responsibility from the Contractor to VA.

RFI 42

Bidder RFI Question

On GI-106 and GI-107, the item TS4 – a cart – is shown to have new top rails provided.

Please confirm these are to be provided by the contractor. If so, provide a specification and sizes for the carts and the new top rails.

Response

Refer to Amendment 1 revised drawings GI-106 and GI-107. TS4 consists of carts and is not identified under the revised top-track requirements. New top tracks apply to the high-density shelving identified as TS1M/TS1E. No new top rails are required for TS4.

RFI 43

Bidder RFI Question

On GI-106 and GI-107, item TS8 is noted on the phasing plan storage equipment legend and on note P1.14 to be a tug that is existing and to be remapped. Please provide the original routing of the tug so the extents of the remapping can be known. Please also provide information on the tug itself e.g., manufacturer, model, point of contact to price this work and reprogram, etc.

Response

Tug system is no longer in use by facility since design completed. No Tug system will no longer be used in this project.

RFI 43A

Bidder RFI Question

On GI-106 and GI-107, Item TS1 is noted to be high density 5-tier shelves. (9)/each are noted to be contractor provided, and the basis of design is listed as Metro Shelving High

Density Storage. New top rails are also notes to be provided for all existing TS1 items.

This manufacturer has numerous options available in this product line. Please provide a model number and a specification for the high-density shelving items number TS1

Response

Refer to Amendment 1 drawing AE-410 – Enlarged Equipment Layout Plan (Logistics) for the MetroMax Top-Track basis of design, unit model numbers and required components/accessories.

RFI 44

Bidder RFI Question

On GI-106 and GI-107, there are numerous storage equipment items listed as new – VA provided. These items are: TS4, TS5, and TS6 in temporary logistics storage #2. In

Temporary Logistics Storage #1, TS5 is shown as new and provided by the VA. Please confirm this means these storage equipment items will be furnished by the VA for the installation by the contractor.

Response

Confirmed. Items identified on GI-106 and GI-107 as “New – VA Provided” will be furnished by VA and installed by the Contractor. Contractor shall coordinate receipt, placement, assembly, and installation with VA.

RFI 45

Bidder RFI Question

On GI-106 and GI-107, There is a note that the contractor is responsible for top rails of appropriate length for both relocated and new equipment. However, in the individual line items in the storage equipment legend, only TS1 and TS4 list new top rails. Please confirm new top rails are only required for TS1 and TS4.

Response

Refer to Amendment 1 revised GI-106/GI-107. New top-track requirements apply to the high-density shelving identified as TS1M and TS1E. Provide 12 new top tracks approximately 19'-0" long in Area 1 and six new top tracks approximately 21'-0" long in

Area 2. TS4 carts do not require top rails.

RFI 51

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

GI-105, note P4.0 states “reinstall existing furniture as directed by owner”. Drawing GI-

107, note P1.3 directs us to “discard furniture”. Please clarify the scope regarding existing furniture.

Related source question: Will the workstations need to be reinstalled by GC or will GC place them in dumpsters for disposal?

Response

Furniture and workstations specifically identified for removal/disposal under the Contract

Documents shall be removed and discarded by the Contractor. Contractor shall coordinate final disposition of existing workstations with VA before removal.

RFI 73

Bidder RFI Question

Will the VA remove all the supplies off of the shelving prior to GC relocating the shelving?

Response

VA's intent is for the mobile shelving to be relocated with supplies remaining on the shelving where practicable. The shelving is equipped with wheels and should be moved to the new location without requiring VA to unload all contents. Contractor shall coordinate the move with VA and protect contents during relocation.

RFI 74

Bidder RFI Question

Will the GC have to include any costs for the installation of the VA Furnished equipment that is indicated on Drawing AE-411 and noted as “VA TO PROVIDE/CONTRACTOR TO

INSTALL THROUGH MANUFACTURER”? Will the manufacturers’ installation cost be included in the VA’s purchase price of equipment?

Response

VA is responsible for the purchase and furnishing of equipment identified as VA

Furnished / Contractor Installed through Manufacturer. The Contractor shall include in its bid all costs for manufacturer installation labor/services and is responsible for coordination, installation, utility connections, startup, testing, and commissioning necessary for a complete and operational installation. VA will only be purchasing/furnishing the equipment unless specifically indicated otherwise in the

Contract Documents.

Related to RFIs 40 and 44 - VA-furnished equipment / Contractor installation.

RFI 123

Bidder RFI Question

Who is responsible for moving all owner stored items? The mechanical spaces have an excessive amount of stored materials.

VA will be responsible for removing and relocating all VA owner-stored materials located within the mechanical spaces as necessary to provide the Contractor access to the

Contract work areas. Contractor shall coordinate required access with VA in advance and notify VA of stored materials that interfere with scheduled work so the materials can be relocated before affected construction activities. This response applies to VA owner-stored materials only and does not alter Contractor responsibility for equipment, materials, or items specifically identified in the Contract Documents as Contractor-relocated, removed, protected, or otherwise included in the Contract scope.

Related to storage/equipment relocation RFIs 39, 51, 73, and 74.

Doors, Frames, Hardware, Automatic Operators & Access Control

RFI 24

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Reference drawing number AE-601. Door A220 has “H” under the comments header on the door schedule. Please clarify what is meant by “H” in this instance or confirm that this note is a typo.

The “H” found in the comments for Door A220 is a typo and may be disregarded.

RFI 25

Bidder RFI Question

The project specifications include a coiling counter doors specification section (08 33 13).

There are not any coiling counter doors on the contract drawings. Please confirm this specification section is not applicable.

Coiling counter doors and associated specification are not applicable to this project.

RFI 26

Bidder RFI Question

Reference drawings AE-601 and AC-401. Drawing AC-401 calls out the ceiling height for room SPS Breakout as 9’-0” AFF. The adjacent corridor CAA2 has a ceiling height of 8’ -0

5/8” AFF. Door 300B, which is between these two rooms, is shown on AE-601 to be 12’ –

8” high. Please advise if the height of door 300B should be lowered to fit below the lowest ceiling (8’ – 0 5/8” AFF).

Response

Refer to architectural specifications 08 33 00 and 08 71 00 along with door schedule on sheet AE-601 for information. The intended height of the door opening is to be 7’-0” to match all other doors. The hood is not intended to be concealed above the ceiling, but installed above the 7’-0” door height and the 9’-0” ceiling height.

RFI 35

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Please refer to the following drawings and specification sections: AE-601, EP-20G.3.A2, EP-20G.4.A1, ET-20G.3.A2, ET-20G.4.A1, and 08 71 00. On the door schedule on AE-

601, doors 301, 304, and 313 are indicated to have automatic door operators under the comments heading. In specification 08 71 00, the door hardware set # HW11B.1 is the only door hardware set shown to have an automatic door operator. This set applies to doors 002, 300A, 301, 304, and CAA4. On drawing EP-20G.3.A2, doors 216, CAA1, and

221 are shown to have auto door operators per the tag “DO”. On EP-20G.4.A1, doors

300A, 301, and 304 are shown to have auto door operators. On ET-20G.3.A2, doors

216A, CAA1, and 221 are shown to have auto door operators. On drawing ET-20G.4.A1, doors CAA5 and 301 are shown to have auto door operators. Given these discrepancies between the drawings, please provide a list of doors to receive automatic door operators.

Response

Refer to architectural door schedule and electrical sheets for doors receiving automatic operators, handwave/push actuators, access controls and card readers, keypads, and electrical connections.

Doors that include door operators are: 002, 216A, 221, 300A, 301, 304, 313, CAA1, CAA4, and CAA5. 221 shall have a door operator on the 3’-0” leaf only.

RFI 37

Bidder RFI Question

There are conflicts between the architectural and electrical documents as to which doors receive access control hardware/card readers. The following doors are indicated in the door hardware schedule in specification 08 71 00 and AE-601 to receive card readers:

106A, 202A, 205, 213A, 223, 300A, 301, 302, 304, 313, CAA4, 001, 002. Not all of these doors are shown on the door schedule under the comments header – the following doors are shown under this heading: 202A, 205, 213A, 223, 300A, 302, CAA4. On the electrical drawings, the following doors are shown to have access control (symbol “AC”) and/or card readers (symbol “CR”): 001, 002a, 202b, 205, 213a, an206, 304, 300a, 301, 313,

302. The only doors shown across all (3) sources to have a card reader/access control are 205, 213A, 300A, and 302. Please clarify which doors are to receive card readers and/or access control door hardware and wiring.

Response

Refer to architectural door schedule and electrical sheets for doors receiving automatic operators, handwave actuators, access controls and card readers, keypads, and electrical connections.

Card Readers shall be provided at the following doors. 001, 106A, 202B, 205, 213A, 223, 300A, 301, 302, 304, and 313.

RFI 48

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Drawing GI-106, note P1.0 states “Change existing door locksets to construction locksets.

Coordinate required hardware with VA.” Please provide detailed information about the door hardware modifications at this location.

Response

Refer to GI-106, Note P1.0. Where construction locksets are indicated, provide construction green cores. Contractor shall coordinate keying, access, installation, and turnover requirements with VA.

RFI 71

Bidder RFI Question

Please refer to EP-20G.3.A2. Door 300B is shown to be motor operated on the door schedule and in specification 083300. There is no motor connection shown on EP-

20G.3.A2. Please clarify which circuit and voltage this motor shall run on.

Response

For door HW-7: Provide electrical connection to door operator, 120V, 1-phase, connect to a spare 20 amp, 1-pole circuit breaker in equipment branch panel EQL circuit 40 with

2#12, #12 ground – ¾” conduit. See spec section 08 71 00 for additional information.

RFI 83

Bidder RFI Question

Specification 087113, paragraph 2.2 states the basis of design automatic door operators is in spec section 090600. There is no basis of design specified in 090600 for automatic door operators. Please provide a basis of design auto door operator in specification

090600. Reference specification 087113 and the electrical low voltage drawings ET-

20G.3.A2, ET-20G.4.A1 and symbol sheet drawing E-001. Specification 087113-3.2.J references push plate wall switches. No spec is provided in part 2 – products, however.

Part 2.5.C specifies motion detectors for automatic door operator functions. The low voltage electric drawings previously mentioned show door operator hand wave actuators, designated by symbol “HW”. Please clarify if automatic door operators shall be operated via push plates, hand waves, or motion detectors.

Related RFI

Related to RFI 35 - automatic door operator requirements.

Response 090600 is a specification for finishes. Provide a door operator in 628 finish

(Satin Aluminum Anodized). There is no basis-of-design product for the automatic door operators. Provide door operators that meet the specified requirements in section

087113. Hand wave actuators shall be used in all locations where automatic door operators are used.

RFI 86

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

In specification 087100, the lever design for both mortise and cylindrical lock and latch sets is specified to match existing (see 087100-2.8.B.1 and 2.8.B.2.). Please provide the existing lever design for accuracy in pricing.

Response : Lever profiles for doors (U.O.N.) shall be ADA compliant flat profile with return. Similar in profile to Corbin Russwin Standard Newport (NZD) Lever. Existing manufacturer is not known, and the manufacturer of the hardware does not have to match the existing other than cylinder or keying requirements. Manufacturer’s that meet the specified requirements will be considered.

RFI 89

Bidder RFI Question

Please identify the location of the Access Control System head-end equipment and clarify where all associated system cabling is to be routed and terminated.

Response

The existing Access Control System tie-in connection is in the Exist Data Closet room 8.

All cabling to be routed as indicated in detail 4/E-600. Refer to Division 28 13 00 for additional information. (Believe at Data Closet above Phase 2 near morgue lift – final coordination in field)

RFI 90

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Section 08 33 00 - Coiling Doors and Grilles: (1) Part 2.5, B lists both sheet steel and aluminum sheet as hood materials. Please confirm whether the hood is to be steel or aluminum, and confirm whether the standard 24-gauge coiling-door hood is acceptable in lieu of the specified 22-gauge steel or 18-gauge aluminum. (2) Part 2.5, E indicates both steel and aluminum for the guides. Please confirm the required guide material. (3) Part

2.5, F specifies manual locking, while Part 2.6, D, 3 specifies key-switch activation. Will key-activated control stations with BEST-compatible cores be acceptable in lieu of manual cylinder locks and separate key switches? The motor-operated system includes a mechanical disc brake that prevents upward coiling of the door slats. (4) Part 2.6: The plans do not show power to this door. Please confirm whether the coiling door is to be manually or electrically operated. (5) Part 2.7, A, 2: Will the standard baked-on polyester finish be acceptable, or is an upgraded powder-coat finish required? (6) Will the receiving dock doors shown on drawing MH-20G.3.A4 be replaced as part of this project? (7)

Please confirm the planned ceiling height for Room AA300, SPS Breakout. Head Type

H4 shows the coil at the top of the opening; the current drop ceiling is 9'-0" and the door schedule indicates a 12'-8" door height. Will the door be recessed above the ceiling?

Related RFI

Related to RFIs 25, 26, and 71 - coiling-door applicability, opening height, and electrical requirements.

Response: (1) Hood shall be steel. (2) Guides shall be steel. (3) Both key-switch activation with a manual door lock are required for keeping the door easily operable during operating hours and locked/secured after hours. (4) The door is electrically operated. (5) Powder Coat finish for the door, hood, and guides is acceptable. (6) Doors not indicated to be replaced on the plans and schedules will not be replaced. (7) The intended height of the door opening is to be 7’-0” to match all other doors. The hood is not intended to be concealed above the ceiling, but installed above the 7’-0” door height and the 9’-0” ceiling height.

Interior Design / Finishes / Ceilings / Wall Protection

RFI 1

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Please provide Spec for Lockers

Response

Refer to Section 09 06 00, Schedule for Finishes, which identifies the lockers as powder-coated lockers by ASI Storage Solutions. Refer also to the contract drawings for locker configuration, dimensions, quantities, and locations. Lockers are indicated as 12" wide x

15" deep x 36" high double-tier lockers. Contractor shall submit manufacturer's product data and shop drawings for approval.

RFI 4

Bidder RFI Question

There are a few rooms that have RES-C listed for the Ceilings Finishes. Please provide spec/product for RES-C.

RES-C Basis of Design to be Stonhard StoneGlaze VSR or approved equal.

RFI 19

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Section 09 06 00 identifies Pawling CG-55 #4 Satin corner guards and Pawling CRS-100

#4 Satin wall guards, while the architectural finish schedule identifies Inpro wall-protection products. A later bidder question also notes that Section 10 26 00 identifies aluminum and stainless-steel wall-guard materials, while IN-601 indicates an 8-inch EPDM wall guard by InPro. Please clarify the required manufacturer, product series, and material for wall guards and corner guards.

Response

IN-601 finish legend is correct. Wall guards (Horizontal) are to be EPDM in certain areas, and required corner-guards are stainless steel (3-1/2” full ht).

RFI 27

Bidder RFI Question

There is a signage specification (10 14 00) issued as part of the contract documents.

Please confirm this specification section is for coordination only, as note 5 on AE-702 indicates all signage shown on drawings is for coordination only, and final quantities will be purchased and installed by the VA.

Response

Confirmed as Referenced to AE-702, Signage Note 5. Signage shown in the Contract

Documents is for coordination only. Final signage quantities will be purchased and installed by VA during Activations stage.

RFI 28

Bidder RFI Question

Please refer to IN-601, IN-403, and IN-404. On Sheet IN-601, the wall protection finishes for rooms AA206, AA207, and AA208 are noted as “pattern TBD”. On the interior elevations for rooms AA206 and AA207 on sheet IN-404, paint and tile finishes are shown for both rooms, with no wall protection noted. On the interior elevations for room AA208 on sheet IN-403, the walls are shown to receive tile floor to ceiling. Please confirm no wall protection is to be installed on the walls of rooms AA206, AA207, and AA208.

Response

AA208 – Corian Walls and Trim Full Ht. (No Porcelain ceramic tile).

AA206 & 207 – Where CT is shown will be Corian solid surface walls (1/4” thick, Glacier

White)

RFI 31

Bidder RFI Question

Room AA205 and AA222 are shown as open to structure on reflected ceiling plan however the finish schedule calls for ACT ceiling. Please indicate ceiling finish for both rooms.

AA205 and AA222 are open to structure. No ACT is required.

RFI 32

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Room AA313 is shown as ACT ceiling on reflected ceiling plan but indicated as P-6 paint finish for gypsum board ceiling. Please indicate ceiling finish for AA313.

AA313 has ACT-2 ceiling tile.

RFI 33

Bidder RFI Question

Room AA223 has ACT ceiling listed on finish schedule but not shown on reflected ceiling plan. Please confirm ACT ceiling for room AA223.

No Ceiling is required, so ACT-1 is required in AA223.

RFI 36

Bidder RFI Question

Spec 090516 addresses moisture mitigation and floor leveling. Until testing is performed, we have no way to know the extent of this work. Please provide an assumed quantity, or allowance, for both moisture mitigation self-leveling underlayment. Please provide anticipated underlayment thickness and the intended basis of design product/manufacturer.

Response

Refer to Section 09 05 16, Paragraph 2.2 – Cementitious Self-Leveling Underlayment.

Underlayment shall be calcium-aluminate cement based, containing Portland cement, and shall range from feather edge to 1 inch per application. Applications exceeding 1 inch shall incorporate aggregate or other treatment as recommended by the manufacturer.

RFI 46

Bidder RFI Question

On IN-01, an ADA shower seat is specified. This is not identified in the 102800 specification, and no sizes/finishes/basis of design are provided on IN-601. Please provide a size, finish, and specification on the ADA shower seats.

Response

Basis of Design of Shower Seat is to be Bobrick B-5181 – Provide a wall mounted shower seat. Frame made of 18-gauge stainless steel with satin finish (confirm finish with VA).

Seat made of one piece of ½ inch thick nonporous solid phenolic with slots to permit water to drain, secured to frame with stainless steel carriage bolts and acorn nuts.

Mounting hardware included. Seat to support a minimum static load of 250 pounds.

Hinge seat to fold up when not in use. Seat shall comply with ADA guidelines.

RFI 63

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

The drawings do not appear to show any Div 12 wood or metal casework. Please clarify if these will be added to the documents.

Response

Division 12 casework requirements are included in the Contract Documents. Refer to

Section 12 31 00 – Manufactured Metal Casework and Section 12 32 00 – Manufactured

Wood Casework, together with the architectural/interior drawings and Section 09 06 00

Schedule for Finishes. Provide casework where indicated on the Contract Drawings.

RFI 64

Bidder RFI Question

The drawings show plastic laminate casework, but there is no specification. Please provide.

Response

Refer to Specification Section 12 32 00 – Manufactured Wood Casework for plastic-laminate casework requirements. Refer also to Section 09 06 00 – Schedule for Finishes for finish/color requirements and Section 12 36 00 – Countertops for countertop construction and materials.

Roofing / Architectural / Structural

RFI 2

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Please provide Spec for Concrete

Response

There is no current scope outlined for cast in place concrete in the current contract documents with the exception of a small infill sections. That infill detail has been provided on sheet 2/AE-261. Concrete Specs Amendment

RFI 30

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

The mechanical louver detail 12/M-501 shows an extended drip sill by G.C. It references a detail on the architectural drawings for the details of the installation. This detail is not provided on the architectural drawings. Please provide this detail.

Response

Same Response as RFI 38.

Louver Schedule not applicable to be provided. Contractors will be connecting to or penetrating and patching the existing louver wall that is currently installed. Bracing will be required as part of the patching of the louver wall.

RFI 41

Bidder RFI Question

Detail 2/AD-103 calls to remove existing insulated concrete. This is typical throughout the entire demo area of the roof. The drawings do not call for the concrete slab to be replaced. Is the intent to remove the existing slab and installing new roof over the remaining metal deck?

Related RFI

Related to RFIs 41, 78, and 92 - existing roof assembly and demolition.

Response

The existing roofing assembly as outlined in Sheet AD-103 is to be removed to the metal deck. As per current Existing Information the Insulated Concrete is nonstructural and not part of the structural system of the metal deck. Install Roof Assembly as outlined in sheet

AE-511 – Roofing System Basis of Design.

RFI 58

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

S-101, Bulk Storage Room Plan, shows a recessed area to be infilled near J-8. Drawing

AD-101 shows this same area with note D5 (remove existing raised slab). Please clarify the scope of work at this location.

Response

Refer to AD-101, Keynote D5 and Detail 2/AE-261 – Depressed Slab Infill Detail. Remove the existing raised slab as indicated by D5, prepare the existing substrate, and infill the resulting/existing depressed slab area in accordance with Detail 2/AE-261 to provide the required new floor condition.

RFI 78

Bidder RFI Question

The plans show demo of insulated concrete over metal deck. Why do they want to demo it? If it is to be demo’d, who is doing that? Is the metal deck staying?

Related RFI

Related to RFIs 41, 78, and 92 - existing roof assembly and demolition.

Response

As part of the scope of this project the roofing assembly is to be replaced as outlined in contract drawings including demo of the existing nonstructural lightweight concrete.

Existing Metal deck is to remain as outlined in contract drawings. Please refer to sheet to

AD-103 Roof (Partial) Demolition and AE-102 – Roof (Partial). Please reference RFI 41 and see detail on AE-511

RFI 91

Bidder RFI Question

Please provide clarification as to which part of the roof drawing EP-206.1 is referring to and what work may be associated with this area.

Response

Column lines indicate area of work. VA confirms the roof in lower half of plan view is

Step-down 5A.(5th floor). The only work on that roof is stated in Note 1.

RFI 92

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Per Detail 02/AD-103, existing insulated concrete is to be removed with the roof. These are assumed to be non-structural lightweight precast concrete panels. Since these are not called for replacement, has the roof deck/structure been evaluated to ensure it is safe for workers and new construction loading?

Related RFI

Related to RFIs 41 and 78 - insulated concrete demolition / roof assembly.

Response

Precast Concrete Panels have not been encountered in this portion of the 1985-86 structure. Existing is a composite of metal decking and lightweight concrete. VA has no concerns re: suitability of this area for planned construction activities. The GC should follow standard building practices for construction loading during construction.

RFI 108

Bidder RFI Question

Do we have any photos, especially anything detailing the existing roof assembly thickness/cores?

Related RFI

Related to RFIs 41, 78, and 92 - existing roof assembly and demolition.

Response

VA has obtained existing-condition roof information from a prior exterior project applicable to the SPS project roof area. Available information identifies the existing roof assembly, from top to bottom, as: built-up roof with gravel; 3-inch lightweight concrete; 2-inch expanded polystyrene insulation; and metal deck. This information is provided as available existing-condition reference information. Contractor shall field verify existing conditions as necessary for performance of the work. Refer to RFIs 41, 78, 92, and 109 for related roof demolition, substrate, fastening, and structural clarification.

RFI 109

Bidder RFI Question

Are there concrete deck areas? The roof demo plans show that we are tearing off lightweight concrete to the existing metal deck, but some details show HD 14-10 concrete fasteners.

Related to RFIs 41, 78, and 92.

Existing Roof Assembly is outlined as above Gravel/lightweight concrete/insulation/metal deck. Roof Assembly shown on the drawings is a basis of design and final fasteners are to be chosen as existing conditions are confirmed and verified. Drawings do not outline the use of a specific fastener such as HD 14-10.

RFI 110

RESOLVED

Bidder RFI Question

Is there information regarding finishes for the edge metal? The drawings are showing Carlisle fascia but there is no information in the drawings or specifications regarding the required finish.

Response

New Roof Edge…