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621-22-1-5082-0005

621-18-111

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 9 (90C)

NCO 9

1639 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 400 Murfreesboro TN 37129

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Network Contracting Office 9 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (90C) 1639 Medical Center Parkway Suite 400 Murfreesboro TN 37129

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24921B0012

10-08-2021

X x x

October 29, 2021 at 2:00 PM CT

621-3620162-5082-854200-3223-23NRNR001

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The purpose of this amendment is to answer questions and add FAR 52.223-99, Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors (October 2021) Deviation.

Updated specifications and drawings will follow.

Diana K. Grube Contracting Officer

Questions and Answers for Project 621-18-111, Renovate Bldg 8, Phase II

Question 1: Can you please define the scope of work in relation to exterior improvements?

Answer: Not required by SOW. Disregard references to exterior improvements.

Question 2: During the site visit it was stated the elevator would only be available for our use to bring new material to the job site. Will we have use of the elevator for new materials?

Answer: Yes, existing elevator may be used to transport new materials to 3rd floor job site. Waist from new construction activities shall be removed though stairwells and or trash shoot provided by contractor. Coordinate acceptable location with COR.

Question 3: Reference question 2: If elevator use is allowed what will the hours of use be?

Answer: Elevator use by contractor’s will very throughout normal working hours. Contractor will give priority use to staff and visitors. No restriction on elevator use after normal hours. Do not exceed posted elevator rating. Coordinated extended use with COR.

Question 4: Is signage in the scope of work? If yes, can you please provide drawing/schedule?

Answer: No

Question 5: Can you please provide profile and dimensions for WB P-2?

Answer: Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to the drawing set.

Question 6: The existing data cabling is run on J hooks the drawing show cable tray being installed. Is the VA accepting the Data as currently run without the cable tray?

Answer: Notes added to drawings. 3rd floor data cables are J-Hooked from the data closet to there point of connections. Existing data cable runs are acceptable.

Question 7: Is the VA accepting the existing Data cabling as run or does it need to be replaced/ moved? (existing cabling will still need to be terminated labeled and tested)

Answer: Contractor will need to test existing data cables and report findings. All existing data cables found to be in acceptable condition shall be terminated. All cables are required to be tone, tagged and tested for quality.

Question 8: Can you please provide specification for duct cleaning?

Answer: Specification section 23 13 30 NADCA will be added.

Question 9: Is there any LBP or ACM abatement in the scope of this project?

Answer: No

Question 10: Reference question 9: If there is LBP or ACM can you please provide survey, quantities, and location?

Answer: NA. See response to question 9 above.

Question 11: Note on finish schedule calls for walls to receive new 5/8 rock on hat channel and paint. Is this correct?

Answer: Drawing sheet AF603 amended.

Question 12: Reference question 11: If question 11 is yes. Can you please define stopping point for both new 5/8 rock on hat channel and paint? Is this for 3rd floor only or to carry down through entire stairwell?

Answer: NA. No work required in stairwell. Drawing sheet AF603 amended.

Question 13: Is the ceiling framing and rock to remain and only receive new finish and paint?

Answer: Existing ceiling framing and rock should be inspected by finish contractor and patched or repaired as needed to meet required final finish.

Question 14: Is the VA accepting the existing work that is in place as correct and functional?

Answer: To the best of our (VA) knowledge the existing work in place is correct and functional.

Question 15: Drawing MP 103 and EP 103 are labeled for reference only. Are we to assume that this work is not in the scope of the project?

Answer: To the best of our (VA) knowledge the existing Mechanical plumbing and Electrical Power correct and functional. Contractor shall verify and report the systems functioning as required.

Question 16: Should TAB support, final building automation commissioning, final Computrol graphics and integration be included in this project pricing to ensure a fully functioning system?

Answer: Yes, all this is required when completing the HVAC (and integrated systems) on the 3rd floor. Most Computrol’s graphics and integration were completed on phase 1. Contractor will work with VA controls techs to complete and modify existing graphics and integration as needed.

Question 17: It is unclear if any building automation work is being requested by the VA within this specification and drawings. A participant subcontractor in the original project has indicated that due to the nature of that project, it was not possible for all final commissioning, programming, checkout, TAB support, and graphics to be completed. What is the VA's SOW expectation for the HVAC Building Controls and has any current condition assessment been completed?

Answer: The focus of this SOW is the 3rd floor HVAC systems and related building systems that are required to make the 3rd floor complete and usable. Contractor shall provide system condition inspection and plan to work with our VA controls techs to complete all programming, checkouts, TAB support and graphics as may be necessary for a complete and functional system.

Question 18: From previous experience working in this building, it is known that the building automation system communication network is not functioning properly. (this issue goes beyond the floor in question) Is the repair/replacement of the BAS communication wire included in this project?

Answer: The focus of this SOW is the 3rd floor HVAC systems and related building systems that are required to make the 3rd floor complete and usable. Contractor shall provide system condition inspection and plan to work with our VA controls techs to complete all programming, checkouts, TAB support and graphics as may be necessary for a complete and functional system.

Question 19: Do all existing electrical, mechanical, etc. systems installed by a previous contractor to be assumed as sufficient and acceptable?

Answer: To the best of our (VA) knowledge the existing work in place is correct and functional.

Contractor shall verify and report the systems functioning as required.

Question 20: Are all finishes, such as framing and drywall, installed by a previous contractor to be assumed as sufficient and acceptable?

Answer: To the best of our (VA) knowledge the existing work in place is correct and functional.

However, additional framing may be required to complete areas missing drywall. (Pictures provided and supported by pre-bid site visit.) Some drywall and roofing insulation will require replacement in room 322.

Question 21: Is it to be assumed the existing drywall from Phase 1 is mudded and sanded to the correct finish level and is ready to accept primer and paint?

Answer: Existing drywall ceiling and wall finishes shall be inspected and brought up to an acceptable level 2 finish. Final finish of all ceilings and walls shall conform to level 5.

Question 22: With much of the work already in place in the work areas, is the Contractor to cover warranties on all materials and equipment (i.e., drywall, electrical systems, mechanical systems, etc.) or shall the contractor only provide warrantees on actual materials and equipment included in this projects scope of work? If warranties required for previously installed materials and equipment is will add cost to cover the potentially inadequate, insufficient and/or defective items installed by the previous contractor.

Answer: Warranties shall only be provided for new work and equipment provided for this SOW.

Question 23: What are the vaccination requirements and access restrictions based on vaccination records?

Answer: FAR 52.223-99 will be added to this contract. All contractors are required to wear approved face coverings such as N-95 (w/fit test), medical grade mask, or multi-layer clothe face coverings at all time within facility buildings and when social distancing can not be maintained.

Question 24: There are a few sets of drawings included in the solicitation downloads which are not labelled FOR REFERENCE ONLY. The file names are as follows; Drawings 1-10, Drawings 11-17, Drawings 18-23, Drawings 24-33. The sheets are titled Generator Replacement Bldg 116. Are these plans related to the Bldg 8 project in some way?

Answer: Drawings related to Generator Replacement were provided in error. Disregard.

Question 25: The mechanical sheets do not appear to show any new work other than a register.

However, based on the existing work in place from Phase 1, there will be new duct work, and many other modifications to the system. Please provide

Answer: Bidder question does not provide enough detail. What locations are requirement new duct work and what modifications to the system is the bidder refereeing too or inferring will be required? Some work will be required to extend ductwork from branch lines to diffuser locations.

Drawings are being revised to better illustrate this work. Contractor is encouraged familiarize themselves with the current conditions before bidding.

Question 26: The plans in general do not appear to provide much information regarding the current condition of the existing work, if any existing work will need to be removed and brought up to new standards, or if existing work is finished to completion. It is our understanding that one of the current bidders was the GC for Phase 1 before the project was suspended and work was halted. This provides that Bidder with intimate knowledge the rest of the bidders do not have. To level the playing field, please provide the info from the original bid/project such as prebid and post bid RFI’s, submittals, more info regarding the current condition of work (particularly electrical, fire alarm, access control and communications systems).

Answer: Contractor is encouraged familiarize themselves with the current conditions before bidding. The scope of work is supported in part by the current conditions a bidder would have seen on the site visit.

Question 27: Will the existing ductwork need to be cleaned before finishing the mechanical work?

Answer: Yes. Includes supply ducts, return ducts and AHU’s. Specification section 23 13 30 NADCA will be added.

Question 28: Note 1 on AE103 says finish eyebrow windowsills and trim. Additional info is needed.

a. How is the window dill and trim finished? Paint to match adjacent wall finish.

b. What is the material to use for the windowsills? Wood

c. What is the profile of the trim? Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to the drawing set.

Answer: See response next to questions above.

Question 29: Note 1 on sheet AE108 says to refer to F5? AE501, however, the bidding documents do not have sheet AE501. Please provide this sheet.

Answer: Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to the drawing set.

Question 30: Sheet AE108 appears to show new ACT and gypsum ceilings, however there is no notes on the plans referencing new ceilings. Please provide the notes to estimate the finished ceilings.

Answer: Construction and installation of all ACT ceiling indicated on the reflective ceiling plan shall be included in this SOW. Gypsum ceilings are completed but require finishing for paint.

Question 31: Note 1 on sheet AE108 appears to state the contractor shall provide finish options to the COR for GWB, wood sills and wood trim.

d. What finish options are the contractor to provide?

e. What is the intention of this note?

Answer: Contractor should read note again. Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to drawing set which includes trim detail. Eyebrow window will require field measurements and mockup for trim due to the custom nature of these window openings. Window were available for inspection during the site visit. Contractor to provide finishes per finish schedule AF603. Finish options conforming to these requirements require submission for approval prior to procurement and execution of finishes to ensure conformance.

Question 32: Sheet AE601 shows doors and frames. In the clouded section of the door schedule all frames are crossed out.

f. Does this mean frames are already installed? Frames are already installed.

g. Are the doors to be furnished and installed by the Contractor or have the doors been procured with Phase 1? All doors shall be provided, installed, and finished by the contractor.

Answer: See response next to questions above.

Question 33: The finish floor plan and finish schedules on sheets AF103 and AF106 shows floor finish P-X, denoting painted floors. What is the painted floor finish?

Answer: NA. Sheets revised.

Question 34: The finish schedule sheet AF106 calls out WB in the notes of some rooms. WB is denoted as custom millwork wall base. What is the size, material, and profile of this WB base?

Answer: Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to the drawing set illustrating (WB) trim details.

Question 35: Notes 1-3 on sheet AI102 are used on enlarged plans on this sheet denoted as NIC.

Are these items Notes 1-3 to be furnished and installed by the Contractor?

Answer: Only detail B3/AI102 “Enlarged Toilet Plans” for toilet rooms 359 and 360 are required for this SOW. General and sheet notes reference in this detail are relevant.

Question 36: Sheet AI108 shows interior elevations, many of which are crossed out and denoted NIC. However, there appears to be millwork, casework, wall tile, plumbing fixtures, etc. in these NIC locations which are to be part of the SOW. Please clarify.

Answer: SOW only requires work on the 3rd floor. Details for other floors have been crossed out while 3rd floor details have been left for the contractor to follow.

Question 37: Sheet FA103 does not have any keyed notes. What is the SOW for the fire alarm?

Answer: There are no keyed notes on this sheet. To the best of our (VA) knowledge all FA systems in place are correct and functional. However, contractor shall verify existing system conditions and report system function. System integration with HVAC controls shall be verified and completed as necessary prior to TAB.

Question 38: Note #4 on sheet FX101 says “Fire sprinkler riser from below and continued to the attic sprinklers. Provide zone valve flow switch and tamper switch in attic branch”. Does the fire sprinkler already extend into the attic or are we to extend the riser to the attic?

Answer: Fire sprinkler system in the attic was changed to wet-pipe system during phase 1 and it already exists.

Question 39: Please be more clear with the sprinkler SOW (i.e., add to, modify, or install new system in exact areas.

Answer: All areas shown as receiving an ACT ceiling finish will require some rework of fire sprinkler system branch line head drops. This may include alteration or extensions of existing branch piping supporting these areas and or reorientation or relocation of existing sprinkler heads to provide the correct coverage for these areas.

Question 40: Many of the plumbing and mechanical sheets have general notes but no keyed notes. What is the scope of work for the plumbing and mechanical work? Please be more specific.

Answer: Plumbing work is limited to completing of fixtures like sinks and faucets. Toilet fixtures and drinking fountains are existing. Contractor to clean and ensure all plumbing fixtures are in working order. Contractor shall pre-TAB systems for a baseline to determine condition of existing systems. Mechanical systems shall be inspected by contractor and report system function. Mechanical ductwork and diffusers require completion. System TEB needs to be completed.

Question 41: Sheet PL103 references sheet PL001 but there is no PL001 in the bidding set.

Please provide.

Answer: Sheet PL001 will be added to drawing set.

Question 42: MP 103 sheet MP103 says to vent equipment from basement to roof. Is this work already done or does the vent need to penetrate the existing floors above and exist the roof?

Answer: This work is existing and complete. No additional penetrations of the roof are required.

Question 43: Upon mobilization after NTP, the contractor finds phase 1 completed work that has either failed or been damaged, will the VA provide a change order for correction?

Answer: Repair and or replacement of existing work that has failed or is damaged prior to commencing work will be required if it meets the definition of a “differing site condition” and will be addressed per the contract as such.

Question 44: Are directories to be included? There are not drawings that show or indicate directories.

Answer: No.

Question 45: Are there lightproof shades to be included? There is no drawing that shows or indicates that lightproof shades to be included in phase 2.

Answer: No.

Question 46: Wood door type 'E' shown on drawing AE602. Is the trim shown on this detail field applied? Are these doors w/ trim to match existing doors from the previous phased project?

Answer: Door’s w/ trim shall match existing doors from previous phase. They are still and rail type wood doors with factor routed trim details. Door manufacturer and SD details can be provided upon request.

Question 47: Is wood trim to be installed at exterior windows along with wood sill? Are the window wood trim and sills to match previous phase in building? If so, what is the paint or stain color needed to match?

Answer: Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to drawing set for trim detail. Window trim and sills shall be wood and painted to match adjacent wall finishes. Also see finish schedule AF603.

Question 48: Room finish schedule shows custom wood base. Is wood base type along with stain/paint color to match previous phases? If so, please provide type of wood base and paint/stain colors?

Answer: Drawing sheet AE501 will be added to drawing set for trim detail. Also see finish schedule AF603.

Question 49: Are wall corner guards or wall guards required in this phase? Drawings do not show locations for this spec requirement

Answer: Yes. Reference General Sheet Note “E” on sheet AF603. Refer to specifications for additional requirements.

Question 50: Due to the unprecedented and unpredictable material price increases occurring in the nation, will the CO/VA/Owner allow a fixed price contract with economic price adjustments per FAR 16.203 to be used as the basis for contract award. This will allow the most competitive price to be offered at this time.

Answer: At this time, we are not adding the clause which addresses fixed price contracts with economic price adjustments. This will be on a case-by-case basis.

Question 51: After award, the Contracting Officer will provide a NTP to the awardee. What is the approximant duration between issuing the award? and issuing the NTP?

Answer: Less than 30 calendar days.

Question 52: What is the anticipated duration between issuance of contract award and issuance of the NTP?

Answer: Less than 30 calendar days.

Question 53: How many calendar days should be included in the critical-path method schedule for owner and A/E submittal review?

Answer: 14 calendar days.

Question 54: Where will the designated parking & laydown area be for workers accessing the construction site?

Answer: Parking and laydown area will provide within close proximately to the building.

Contractor will be allowed to use 3rd floor space for construction office while conducting work.

Question 55: The scope of work does not indicate exterior improvements. Please confirm there are no exterior improvements required for the 3rd floor completion phase.

Answer: No exterior improvements required by SOW. Disregard.

Question 56: Paragraph I note that the 3rd floor will be vacated by the government in accordance with the above phasing immediately after date of receipt of notice to proceed and turned over to contractor. What are the calendar days to include for government vacating the?

floor to be added in schedule critical path.

Answer: None. The 3rd floor will be vacated prior to award.

Question 57: It was noted on site walk that all plumbing fixtures are stored for this phase. Upon NTP / Site mobilization survey contractor finds that previous phase plumbing fixtures are missing; will the VA provide a change order to provide missing?

Answer: Need more details. Who stated, “all plumbing fixtures are stored for this phase”?

Contractor should expect to provide and install all remaining incomplete fixtures.

Question 58: Is signage to be included? There are no signage drawings or details. Just a spec section.

Answer: No.

Question 59: Are window shades to be included? There is no drawing that shows or indicates that window shades to be included in phase 2.

Answer: No.

Question 60: Wood Door type 'A' shown on drawing AE602. Is this a flush wood door? Is this door to match the previous phased project?

Answer: Yes, door type ‘A’ is a flush door and yes it should match previous phase of project.

Question 61: Do the existing concrete floors, from the previous phase, need repair, leveling, skimming, etc. prior to installation of floor finish in this bid?

Answer: Yes, contractor is to provide subsurface preparation in accordance with specifications based on finished flooring type as indicated in the finish schedule.

Question 62: On door schedule, several doors are marked (lined out) on jamb type. These door frames are market 'J5' but are shown on reference detail drawing AE51. Is door trim required for these doors with lined out J5 Jamb type? If so, is door frame trim to match previous phases? What is the trim type and paint/stain color to match?

Answer: Drawing sheet AE603 will be added to drawing set for jamb detail.

Question 63: RFP shows site visit 9/22/21 at 9:00AM ET. FAR section 2.9 (52.236-27) says September 1, 2021. What is time and location for sit visit?

Answer: This was corrected on amendment 0001.

Question 64: As a result of the effect of COVID-19 throughout the U.S., and the resulting Federal, State, and local governments’ responses /requirements of safe distancing and potential advocations of working remotely and/or complete organization closures, please advise how the Government intends to address delays resulting there as it pertains to the current solicitation schedule for this and all future projects.

Answer: This is handled on a case-by-case basis.

Question 65: For planning the preliminary project schedule, what is the anticipated award date?

Answer: Anticipated award date of 19 November 2021.

Question 66: How many calendar days should be included in the critical-path schedule for owner and A/E review and respond to RFIs?

Answer: 7 calendar days

Question 67: Please confirm that the project is to be completed during normal working hours M- F, 7:00A - 3:30P

Answer: Correct. Except, however, where noisy and disruptive work may negatively impact hospital operations. In this case, working outside these normal work hours may be required when coordinated with COR. Any general work may be performed outside normal work hours as needed at the discretion of the contractor when coordinated with the COR.

Question 68: We anticipate certain construction activities to generate high levels of noise. Please confirm that only the Contracting Officer can suspend work via written notification to the Contractor.

Answer: As stated above, all noisy and disruptive work that may negatively impact hospital operations shall be conducted outside normal work hours. Coordinate this work the COR.

Question 69: At the site walk, it was noted that the 3rd floor space is used for storage and / other supplies, furniture, etc. Will the VA remove /vacate / clean out this space prior to NTP with the project?

Answer: All VA property will be removed/vacated from the project limits prior to award.

Question 70: Door openings 316, 317, 318, 344, 345, 346, 347 do not have squiggly lines around them on drawing AE103,but are not 'lined out' on door finish schedule AE601 - AE602.

Are these openings to be completed in this phase?

Answer: Doors and hardware shall be provided for these openings. Sheet AE103 will be revised and provided.

Question 71: Upon mobilization after NTP, the contractor finds uncompleted or deficient required work from phase 1, will the VA provide a change order to provide and/or make corrections from phase 1 into phase 2?

Answer: If the work in question effects the completion of phase 2 and meets the definition of a “differing site condition” it will be addressed per the contract as such.

Question 72: There were no visible locations for security cameras on the plans. Does this mean that none are needed?

Answer: A security cameras is indicated in the Data Closet. Refer to sheet EY103.

Question 73: Will we need to furnish all necessary jumpers at both the closet end and user end?

Answer: Data cable shall be testing and inspected for damage. User ends should be complete.

Termination of existing data cable in data closet are required. All data rack(s), patch panels, cable ends and the like will be required by the contractor to provide and install.

Question 74: In the wiring closet would you prefer separate racks, one for data and one for Eq?

Or, can we combine both into one rack?

Answer: All existing cables in the data closet will be terminated on one rack.

Question 75: Do we need to use CommScope panels in the wiring closet or can we provide our own?

Answer: Contractor should expect to provide new patch panels matching existing provide during phase 1.

Question 76: What type of fiber and what count was run into the building 62.5 MM SM, 50mic?

Answer: According to the phase 1 submittals there are both MM and SM fiber riser cables.

Commscope 760125005/R-024-DS-6F-FSUOR (62.5 MM) and 760004440/R-012-DS-8W- FSUYL (SM). Contractor to very.

Question 77: What type of connectors to terminate ST, SC, LC?

Answer: According to the phase 1 submittals they are ST type connectors. Contractor to verify.

52.223-99 ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR

FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021)(DEVIATION)

(a) Definition. As used in this clause –

United States or its outlying areas means –

(1) The fifty States;

(2) The District of Columbia;

(3) The commonwealths of Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands;

(4) The territories of American Samoa, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands; and

(5) The minor outlying islands of Baker Island, Howland Island, Jarvis Island, Johnston Atoll, Kingman Reef, Midway Islands, Navassa Island, Palmyra Atoll, and Wake Atoll.

(b) Authority. This clause implements Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, dated September 9, 2021 (published in the Federal Register on September 14, 2021, 86 FR 50985).

(c) Compliance. The Contractor shall comply with all guidance, including guidance conveyed through Frequently Asked Questions, as amended during the performance of this contract, for contractor workplace locations published by the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force (Task Force Guidance) at https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

(d) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (d), in subcontracts at any tier that exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation 2.101 on the date of subcontract award, and are for services, including construction, performed in whole or in part within the United States or its outlying areas.

(End of clause) https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/

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