36C24922R0091 Amendment 0002 Pre-Bid RFI Answers 1-36.pdf

Project: Renovate PMRS Project Number 626A4-21-101

Solicitation: 36C24922R0091

Amendment: 0002 RFI Answers 1-36

1. Can you provide a plan holders list (contractor bid list) for this project?

a. The site visit sign in sheet was posted with Amendment 0001 to sam.gov on 9/29.

2. On page 15 of the solicitation, it states that the Proposal (technical) is to be submitted in Microsoft and the Price Proposal should be submitted in excel. Are we allowed to submit the documents in PDF format?

a. Yes, as long as it is legible, PDF format is acceptable.

3. For Factor 3 (Past Performance) are we allowed to submit CPARS with a narrative in place of the Past Performance Questionnaires?

a. Contracting Officer approves of CPARS narratives in place of the Past Performance Questionnaires.

4. The walls to be demoed appear to be Drywall, lath & Plaster and several sizes of brick. Can you or the AE notate on page AD 01.01 the different wall types and locations? This information is needed to identify the time needed to demo and the different quantities of debris for dumpsters.

a. See the attached markup with types of walls called out.

5. Will we be able to use the back ramp for dumpsters?

a. Yes – see laydown area site plan attached.

6. Is there a specific staging area and if so, can it be shown on page GI 01.01

a. See separate laydown area site plan attached.

7. There was a sign during the walk that notated asbestos under the floor of the lower level. Is there also asbestos under the cement in the floors of the crawl space near the steps going downstairs.

a. Yes – it is encapsulated.

8. In the Davis Bacon wages it shows “ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR” at a combined wage rate of $50.47 an hour. Does that wage rate apply to all asbestos workers? If not, my we have a breakdown of the wages for general asbestos labor to include floor removal and black mastic insulation removal.

a. The offeror is responsible for properly designating the appropriate labor classifications based on the scope of work. The offeror usually works with the Department of Labor (DOL) to confirm its proper use of labor classifications/pay. The Contracting Officer was advised to provide the link to the DOL Wage and Hour Division locator page for offerors to contact the appropriate office:

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/local-offices

9. Please clarify if a superintendent can be a dual hat to cover the requirements of SSHO?

a. The SSHO role may be filled by the superintendent in a dual hat capacity during this project – provided the superintendent meets the qualifications outlined in the specifications and provides current training certifications.

10. If no to the question above, will the SSHO need to be full-time for this project?

a. The SSHO role may be filled by the superintendent in a dual hat capacity during this project – provided the superintendent meets the qualifications outlined in the specifications and provides current training certifications.

11. There are hardware sets listed on the drawings that do not show up in the specs. Specifically sets # 5D, 4E, E4, 8 and 11 that I have seen so far. Please advise.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/local-offices

a. Hardware #5D has been added to the door hardware schedule, E4 was listed on page 31 of the Door hardware schedule. Hardware #8 and SH-4 are included in the attached spec 081710 integrated door assemblies. Hardware 11 is no longer used, Doors G-28A and G29 which are listed for hardware 11 should be hardware SH-4.

12. The solicitation indicates TMS and Privacy training courses are required to be completed by the contractor.

Please confirm if this is an actual requirement for the project.

a. Awarded contractor staff will have to complete the applicable mandatory Privacy Training.

13. Please advise who the DDC Controls contractor is for the Hospital.

a. Two on-site vendors are Allerton and Siemens.

14. Please advise who the Fire alarm contractor is for the Hospital.

a. Simplex.

15. Please advise who the Access Control contractor is for the Hospital.

a. TYCO – please see attached listing of approved facility standard equipment.

16. Bid Alternate once instructs the bidder to install a new door for room G-18 however door specifications are not provided for this door. Please advise.

a. Door G-18 shall be a 3’-6” WD door with a HM frame utilizing hardware set 5D as seen on the attached spec.

17. Similar to the above question, if the frame for room G-18 is to be replaced as part of the base bid, please provide the frame specifications.

a. See above answer to RFI #16.

18. Please clarify if any downtimes for VA mobilization should be accounted for between phases?

a. Provide, in writing, 2 weeks’ notice prior to moving between phases - no time needs to be added to the schedule for VA required downtime.

19. If yes, please indicate planned VA mobilization durations.

a. Not applicable.

20. Can the temporary partitions used to create ICRA barriers be constructed using a hard plastic type of material like “STARC” or “EdgeGuard”?

a. Yes – but only in areas where a fire partition in NOT required. These panels do not meet extended fire rating standards. Otherwise, temporary partitions shall be constructed per plan. All partitions must be sealed and be to the deck.

21. During Phase 5, can the negative air machine exhaust be ducted above ceiling or into a corridor with a diffuser so that the final windows may be set?

a. Recommend leaving one window out until work is 99% complete then set it. We cannot duct dusty air into corridor or above ceiling.

22. Temporary mechanical services are noted in the demolition notes but are not clarified elsewhere in the drawing set. Are these services exclusive to the negative air machines for each phase?

a. Yes.

23. If no to above, please clarify what temporary mechanical services are to be provided under this contract.

a. Answer to above is Yes.

24. Sheet P-PI-01 indicates that potential beam sleeve penetrations should be coordinated with the architect and structural engineer. Does the VA anticipate this condition to exist for this project?

a. Yes.

25. If this condition does exist, does the VA intend for the offeror to carry a contingency or will these conditions be addressed via change order?

a. Bid for 6 beam sleeve penetrations.

26. Please provide a steel channel size for ceiling mounted partitions.

a. Answer to follow in a subsequent amendment.

27. Will the VA provide a laydown area on campus?

a. Yes, see question and answer to RFI # 6.

28. If yes, please provide a location for the laydown area.

a. See attachment.

29. Will pre-Test and Balance be required for the project?

a. No – a final TAB and flow adjustments will be required per spec. to include all outlets fed by Air Handler supply for the entire ground floor. AE will confirm final settings.

30. The Murfreesboro VA currently has a Siemens, and Alteron head in systems. Can we use another outside control contractor for this project? If so, can they tie into Siemens, or Alerton head in systems? Would a new control contractor need to provide a laptop, or their own head in system?

a. No, please refrain from any more head in systems.

31. 02 82 13.19, 3.3.2 Removal of Flooring Materials – This section requires that abatement of flooring be removed using an infra-red heating unit and that flooring cannot be broken into pieces. There is approximately 18,000 sf of flooring and mastic to be removed from this project. With this amount of flooring, a ride-on scraper would be the most cost-efficient way to remove the floor. An infra-red heating unit could take 2 to 3 time the duration and the same for the cost. Can a ride-on scraper be used in lieu of infra-red heating and removal?

a. Electric/battery operated ride on scraper will be allowed. Contractor to include in bid, along with all waste. Damage caused by the machine will be repaired at contractor’s cost.

32. Per the Specifications: “This CQC System manager is on the site at all times during construction and is employed by the General Contractor. The CQC System Manger is assigned no other duties.” Will the government please confirm that the CQC System Manager must be on the site at all times and cannot have superintendent or safety duties?

a. The CQC may have other duties as long an effective QC is maintained. The designee must adhere to all requirements per specifications and shall be familiar with QC plan and is responsible for ensure the quality of work for all subcontractors.

33. The RFP states that “The magnitude of construction is between $2,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00. Based on current economic conditions, inflation, and supply chain issues, and taken an industry average per square foot for hospital construction; it seems that the magnitude of construction should be greater than $5,000,000.00.

Can the government please confirm the current magnitude of construction is correct?

a. Confirmed.

34. Is funding currently available for this project and if so, what quarter is the project expected to be awarded?

a. Tentative award date is 1st quarter FY 2023.

35. If the lowest acceptable bidder comes in above the stated magnitude of construction, will the government still go to award or resolicit the requirement?

a. The Government is soliciting proposals at this time and recommends offerors provide competitive proposals. A decision to award or resolicit cannot be determined at this time.

36. Please confirm the current closing date of the solicitation. Block 13 of the SF1442 states October 14, 2022 at

1:00 PM CST. However, page 15 of the RFP states proposal prior to the closing date and time of October 10, 2022, at 1:00 PM CST.

a. Closing date of the solicitation is being extended until October 18, 2022 at 1:00 PM CST.