36C24925R0039 Replace Obsolete Overhead Paging _ RFI_s.pdf

Solicitation: 36C24925R0039 Replace Obsolete Overhead Paging – RFI’s

1. The first page of the solicitation states the Period of performance is 240 calendar days. This would be if awarded bid item II. Bid item I (Base bid) is 365 calendar days. Please clarify.

Response: There are three bid items. Bid Item 1 365 days POP is for both campuses while 240 days is for each individual campus.

2. Are we required to fill out attachment 5 General Conditions breakdown? If so, where should this go in the RFP?

Response: Yes, provide at the end of the solicitation.

3. There are other requirements in the solicitation, and it is unclear which volume these should be placed.

These include: Attachment 7 Contractor EMR and Attachment 4 Self Performed Worksheet. Please confirm where these should be placed in the RFP.

Response: Provide at the end of the solicitation.

4. We have been unsuccessful getting questionnaires filled out due to the recent changes in federal agencies and staffing. May we use previously submitted PPQs or would you except CPARS?

Response: Yes

5. There are contradicting statements in the solicitation. A bid guarantee is required in an amount not less than 20 percent of the bid price but shall not exceed $5,000,000. And in another area it states The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20% percent of the bid price or $3 Million, whichever is less. Please confirm which is required.

Response: Bid guarantee shall be 20% percent of the bid price or $3 Million, whichever is less.

6. Are we required to submit our annual representations and certifications with our proposal? If so, where shall these be placed in the RFP?

Response: Yes, provide at the end of the solicitation.

7. The price proposal states we are required to submit the pricing schedule (Attachment 3). Are we also required to fill out the Price/Cost schedule provided on pages 16-17 of the solicitation?

Response: Yes

8. The solicitation states, The Offeror is hereby advised that the attached “Pricing Schedule” worksheet shall be considered as 20 pages, regardless of the overall total. There is a 25 page limit in the price proposal excluding the bid bond. However, there is also the SF1442, amendments, and assuming the price/cost schedule pages 16-17 within the solicitation required. This may go over the 25-page limit.

Please advise if there is any other requirements in this section that will not count towards the page count.

Response: No, the max limit is 25.

9. Would the government consider lowering the past performance threshold from “provide demonstrated experience in new construction, or renovation of a healthcare facility for three (3) completed projects within the past five (5) years with a contract value equal to or greater than $5,000,000.00” to provide demonstrated experience in new construction, or renovation of a healthcare facility for three (3) completed projects within the past five (5) years with a contract value equal to or greater than $2,000,000.00?

Response: No

10. The site visit for this project was conducted on June 11th, 2025 @ 1:00 PM EDT. The solicitation was not released until June 13th, 2025. Does the government intend to have another site visit now that interested offerors have had an opportunity to view the solicitation documents?

Response: See amendment 0001 posted in SAM.gov on 17 June 2025

11. The site visit for this project was conducted on June 11th, 2025 @ 1:00 PM EDT. The solicitation was not released until June 13th, 2025. There was no site visit sign-in sheet provided in the solicitation files.

Please provide the attendee sign-in sheet so interested offerors may contact them to provide bids.

Response: Site visit has been scheduled for 25 June 2025 at 9:00 AM ET per amendment 0001, site-visit sign-in sheet will be provided after it has been conducted.

12. Due to this project taking place at two separate campuses and having both day and night shift work, we will need four project superintendents. Since this project will require higher management costs, can superintendents double as QC & SSHO? No. This project shall have separate superintendents, QC, and

SSHO.

13. 01 45 00 3.4.B calls for QCM to be PM or SRE full time onsite. Does this mean the project manager needs to be onsite full time along with a dedicated superintendent? This does not mean the PM has to be on site full time; however, the QCM has to have the same credentials as the PM or SRE and must be on site in the event of the CDQC System’s Manager’s absence as stated in Specification 01 45 00.

14. In the drawings, some rooms with speakers that are to be installed/replaced/demolished do not denote ceiling type. Is the contractor to assume ceilings are 2X2 ACT if not listed? ACG response: Yes.

15. Per Spec 07 84 00 1.5.B, the fire stopping installer is required to be UL or FM Global certified. Can the installer be manufacturer certified in lieu of this? No, fire caulk installer shall be UL or FM global certified as specified in the specifications.

16. Block 11 on Page 1 of the solicitation states the period of performance is 240 calendar days. However, offer item 1 in the statement of bid items says 365 days. Which is correct? Refer to Question No. 1.

Contracting may have this incorrect.

17. The table on G-002 that shows working areas and shutdown criteria are separated into different types, A, C, C, D. Is this correct, or should this read A,B,C,D? ACG response: Yes.

18. Can the Government show the laydown yard and contractor parking for each campus? Sousley Campus has contractor parking at the back of the campus as marked on the attached PDF. Bowling campus only has two parking spaces in which we will provide parking passes. Also note, both campuses, all contractors will have to register their vehicles(s) with the VA Police Department to receive a hanging tag for their vehicle. Vehicles found without a hanging tag will be ticketed or towed at POV owner’s expense. Contractor staging at Bowling will be determined at NTP.

19. Spec 01 35 26.1.8.B states that monthly inspections are required by a third-party Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Are these monthly inspections required? Yes.

20. If the monthly inspections are required, can they be performed by our Corporate Safety Officer? Yes, as long as they meet the certifications required in Specification 01 35 26.

21. Access above hard ceilings - Is there adequate access doors and removable light fixtures for Contractor to install new work? If not, provide the Contractor the amount and locations of access doors. Indicate the type/style/finish of access doors.

ACG Answer: Spaces with hard ceilings have existing access doors.

22. Are old speakers to be removed from the ceilings? Yes

a. If the speakers are to be removed specific the brand/type of ceiling tile used in the facility. USG Radar 2410 (2x4) and 2210 (2x2)

b. In hard ceilings is the Contractor to price patching drywall and repaint the entirety of the ceiling? Indicate paint type/color. ACG Answer: Contractor shall be responsible for patching and painting (paint color to match existing) affected ceilings.

c. Are any ceilings plaster and if so, how does the Government want the ceilings repaired or is Contractor to abandon speaker in place? ACG Answer: Contractor shall not abandon in place.

23. Note #1 on sheet TS-102 says to use existing innerduct from Bldg. 1 to Bldg. 12. However, note 1 is shown on the plan between Bldg. 16 and Bldg. 12. Please confirm where the existing innerduct is located. ACG Answer: Duct is between Bldg 16 and Bldg 12.

24. How do we get new fiber to all other buildings, i.e. existing inner duct, run in crawlspace tunnels, new underground, etc. ACG Answer: Contractor to run between buildings through connecting corridors.

25. It appears that many of the new paging devices are located on exposed masonry and/or concrete walls. Will these devices need to be in surface mounted conduit? ACG Answer: Run conduit painted to match existing finish where located on exposed masonry in public areas. Conduit run exposed in non-public spaces may be unpainted.

26. It appears that many of the new paging devices are located on exposed masonry and/or concrete ceilings. Will these devices need to be in surface mounted conduit? ACG Answer: repeat

27. Will exposed wall/ceiling conduit need to be painted? ACG Answer: Contractor to paint exposed conduit to match existing finishes.

28. Do all hard/gyp ceilings have access panels for pulling cable or will there be patching and panting of ceilings required? ACG Answer: repeat

29. If patching and painting is required, please provide these locations. ACG Answer: This will be determined by the contractor-determined path utilized for routing.

30. The ceiling legends on all building sheets have notes #2 Hard Ceilings and #4 Gyp Ceilings.

What is the difference between Hard Ceilings and Gyp Ceilings? ACG Answer: No difference Between #2 and #4.

31. From experience on previous projects, it is known that there are many areas on the Leestown Rd

Sousley Campus which have existing plaster ceilings above the finished ACT or Gyp ceilings. In the event there are areas with plaster ceilings above the ACT or Gyp ceilings, will speaker cable be installed between the finished and plaster ceilings, or will it need to go above the plaster ceilings? ACG Answer: Run conduits above Gyp/ACT ceilings. Avoid disturbing plaster ceilings.

32. If cable needs to be installed above the plaster ceiling which will require plaster/lath demo, please identify all known locations of plaster ceilings above finished ceilings. ACG Answer: This will be determined by the contractor-determined path utilized for routing.

33. Are all PAMN’s denoted on the plans new or are some existing? ACG Answer: Reference legend

T-001.

34. The risk group table on G-002 specifies all corridors as low risk group areas and departments such as radiology as high-risk areas. Should it be assumed that corridors in a high-risk area are also high risk? ACG Answer: Yes

35. Please identify all walls to receive new horns/speakers which are plaster, masonry or concrete that will require new conduit and boxes. ACG Answer: Reference plans

36. AT the site visit, contractors were told that no access to the IT rooms would be granted to the contractors. Will the VA be performing all work in the IT rooms? ACG Answer: Work shall be performed in IT rooms by contractor as indicated. All work in IT rooms to be coordinated with VA OIT 2 weeks prior to work in individual IT rooms.

37. In the event the contractor will be performing work in the IT rooms, please provide photos of all

IT rooms in scope. This is too broad for an RFI.

38. Sheet G-002 provides an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) matrix indicating different patient risk groups and suggested precautions. This could significantly add cost to ICRA based on barrier setup, negative air equipment, potential phasing, etc. It is unclear how the contractor should verify the classification and what constitutes final approval of measures for each area.

Please confirm if the ICRA classifications indicated on Sheet G-002 are definitive or if the contractor is expected to coordinate with VA Infection Control for formal approval of risk levels by area. ACG Answer: For bidding purposes, contractor to determine ICRA based on G-002. VA Infection Control to provide further guidance on specific measures per locations post-bid.

39. Is the contractor responsible for developing area-specific ICRA submittals (i.e. PCRA) for approval prior to start of work in each space? Yes ACG Answer: Yes

40. Are mobile containment carts as shown on Detail 2 of Sheet G-002 required for all ceiling access above hard-lid or ACT ceilings in occupied areas for all ICRA Classes I-IV? ACG Answer: For bidding purposes contractor to determine ICRA based on G-002. VA Infection Control to provide further guidance on specific measures per locations post-bid.

41. Sheet G-002 shows the hepa filtered air exhausting directly into the room, is this acceptable?

ACG Answer: Exhausting measures dependent upon area of work and shall conform with matrix on G-002.

42. The mobile carts are only used for ceiling work, however, the plans do not show how to contain work on walls. Given the short duration of work at each location, are zip wall barriers with a hepa air scrubber acceptable? ACG Answer: Zip wall barriers are acceptable for lower ICRA classifications.

43. Regarding areas with hard ceilings, if existing access panels are not located near the work is it acceptable to install additional access panels? Yes; however, COR must know where these access panels are going to be located. All new access panels must be painted to match existing ceilings. ACG Answer: Contractor may install Access panels where needed.

44. Temporary barriers will likely affect corridor clearances and life safety routes. Will VA issue direction on temporary signage and alternate egress pathways, or if this must be proposed by the contractor. All temporary signage must be installed by the contractor. If there are temporary egress paths, the contractor shall notify the COR at least two weeks in advance so that proper information is put out for all users. ACG Answer: All temporary barriers that affect clearances and life safety to be submitted to and approved by VA Safety Department. Contractor to provide signage approved by VA.

45. In locations of gypsum walls and ceilings where patching is needed, will the contract be required to paint entire surface of wall or ceilings or can the paint be blended at the location of patching?

ACG Answer: Paint may be blended at location of patching to match existing as closely as possible.

46. Will all head-end equipment, speakers, racks and switches, and cabling be furnished by the contractor, or will any components be provided by the VA. Network switches for the OIT network will be installed by the VA. Contractor to provide and install network switches for the overhead paging system.

47. Will any of the components such as equipment in IT rooms, be installed by the Government?

Network switches for the OIT network will be installed by the VA. Contractor to provide and install network switches for the overhead paging system.

48. Should the contractor assume new raceway installation throughout, or can existing pathways be used if discovered on site? Contractor shall assume new raceway installation throughout. If existing raceways are discovered during construction, let the COR know if they can be used.

ACG Answer: Existing pathways may be utilized if in acceptable condition.

49. Will any systems such as nurse call, fire alarm, etc, be integrated into the paging system? ACG

Answer: No, system to be standalone.

50. If any other systems are integrated, who will perform the integration? ACG Answer: System to be standalone

51. If integration is by the contractor will VA technical staff or third-party vendors assist with integration of these systems into the new PAMN system. ACG Answer: System to be standalone

52. Wage Determination KY20250090 includes electrician and technician classifications. Should paging system work be priced under “Electrician” or “Communication Technician”? Please clarify trade classification for Davis-Bacon compliance. This should be determined by the task being executed.

53. Access to VA buildings typically requires personnel to obtain PIV cards or be escorted by badged staff. Please confirm the process and expected timeline for subcontractor badge processing.

Access into OIT Rooms shall be requested at least two weeks in advance and shall only happen during standard work hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

54. Will escorts be required for workers awaiting clearance? Yes.

55. Will special clearance be needed for work in IT rooms, if applicable? See Question 53.

56. The drawings do not identify existing cable routes or utilities in ceiling plenums. Will the VA provide accurate as-builts, cable maps, or digital models of existing infrastructure to aid routing and minimize conflicts? The VA does not have as-builts for utility systems. ACG Answer:

Contractor to determine cable routing.

57. Rack-mounted head-end equipment and hundreds of speaker devices require storage before installation. Will the VA provide secure indoor or fenced laydown space for temporary equipment staging? No indoor space will be provided for material storage.

58. The Riser Diagram 1/T-601 denotes the following equipment on Ground Floor of Bowling

Campus: fiber patch panel, message server, end of line device shelf, PoE switch, message server, amp chassis, tele interface. However, the plans do not appear to denote the room for this equipment. Please provide the room number and location. ACG Answer: Bowling campus Ground floor equipment to be placed in Telephone Equipment room A022.

59. The Riser Diagram 1/T-601 denotes the following equipment on 1st Floor of Bowling Campus:

PC – Mount Computer in Rack. However, the plans do not appear to denote the rooms for this equipment. Please provide the room numbers and locations. ACG Answer: repeat

60. The Riser Diagram 1/T-601 denotes the following equipment on the 2nd Floor of Bowling

Campus: fiber patch panel, end of line device shelf, PoE switch, amp chassis. The riser diagram denotes this equipment in two different locations. However, the plans do not appear to denote the rooms for this equipment. Please provide the room numbers and locations. ACG Answer:

Equipment to be placed in IT room D231.

61. Sousley Campus PAMN Risers 3/T-602 denotes new FO running from head end equipment B1 to

B3 and then to B12. Note #1 on sheet TS-102 calls for contractors to utilize existing UG to B12 from B1. However, the note #1 on sheet TS-102 is shown on the site plan as a line running from B16 to B12. Please clarify the exact path for new FO to B12. ACG Answer: repeat

62. Spec section 27 51 18 2.2.G.7, 8, 9 references integration into the nurse call system. Please confirm if the new paging system is required to integrate the nurse call system. ACG Answer: No interface with nurse call system.

63. If the paging system is to integrate the nurse call there is much more information needed, such as software and computer requirements. ACG Answer: No interface with nurse call system.

64. Spec section 27 51 18 3.4.L references integration into the fire alarm system. Please confirm if the new paging system is required to integrate the fire alarm system. The new paging system is not to be integrated with the fire alarm system. ACG Answer: No interface with fire alarm system.

65. If the paging system is to integrate the fire alarm there is much more information needed, such as software and computer requirements. The paging system is not to be integrated with the fire alarm system. ACG Answer: No interface with fire alarm system.

66. There are several other references to the nurse call system. If is our understanding that the paging system is intended to be a stand-alone system and not integrated with any other systems, such as the fire alarm or the nurse call. Please confirm. ACG Answer: System to be standalone.

67. Is the VA providing network switches? See previous response.

68. Is the VA installing network switches? See previous response.

69. There does not appear to be a basis of design provided for the Network switches. Please provide.

Network switches for OIT network are provided by the VA. ACG Answer: Network switches for OH Paging system shall meet VA requirements. BOD Cisco Meraki MS125.

70. 27 51 16 2.5.E.13.c calls for UPS to be fully loaded for 1 or 2 hours. 27 51 16 2.5.I.5.a calls for UPS to function for 4 hours. Please confirm which is correct. ACG Answer: UPS shall be capable of operation under full load for 2 hours,

71. Spec 27 51 18 1.2 calls for Bowling to have 60 zones, Sousley to have 60 zones and for there to be 24 spare zones. Are these 24 spare zones to be at one campus or the other or should they be split between campuses? ACG Answer: Spare zones may be split. Each campus shall have at minimum 10% spare zones.

72. Please provide a basis of design for all racks. ACG Answer: New PAMN equipment to go in equipment cabinets as described in detail 3 and 4 on sheet T-601 and in spec section 27 51 16 2.5.E. BOD Belden XME Series.

73. Please provide a basis of design for the speakers. ACG Answer: Rauland ACC1403 or equivalent utilized as basis of design.

74. The speakers shown in the mental health wing on sheet T-111 are all denoted to be new.

However, there are already speakers in this area which were just installed as part of the mental health renovation project. Are we to replace these existing speakers? Too early to tell and dependent on the new speakers being installed. GC to bid what is shown in the drawings. If the speakers in mental health are to stay unchanged, a credit will be requested. ACG Answer:

Connect speakers in that area as an independent zone to new system.

75. Drawing sheet note B mentions “FIRE ALARM INTERFACE TO BE MOUNTED IN NEW EQUIPMENT CABINET IN ROOM WITH FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL.” It was said in the pre-bid this system WILL NOT be interfacing with the fire alarm system. Is there a clarification on this? ACG Answer: No interface with fire alarm system.

76. Are there specific areas of the buildings that require ambient noise compensation, and can those areas be clarified and defined? ACG Answer: Provide ambient noise compensation devices at nurses stations and at locations indicated on drawings.

77. Are other forms of audio (self-amplified, IP, etc.) distribution acceptable as an alternative to 70V?

Both IP and self-amplified distributed audio systems use devices (speakers, horns, etc.) that are equipped with their own integral amplifier, minimizing large scale system outages that can occur when using centralized amplifiers that are providing audio to multiple circuits / zones on the system. ACG Answer: The design intent was to use centralized amplifiers. If a different solution is presented during construction, it will be evaluated based on the performance requirements of the contract documents.

78. Can the Government confirm whether the intent of the ANC requirement is to ensure effective ambient noise compensation and alarm intelligibility, regardless of whether a system uses adaptive DSP algorithms or analog techniques?

There are other systems that are TRM and ERA approved and widely used throughout the Department of Veteran Affairs that offer cost-effective, UL 2572-listed paging systems with ambient noise sensing, IP-based control, and field-proven performance in healthcare environments. These systems:

• Maintain alarm intelligibility through environmental noise detection and automatic volume adjustment.

• Are easier to install and maintain than centralized DSP frameworks.

• Reduce project cost and integration complexity without compromising code compliance.

ACG Answer: The goal is to ensure effective ambient noise compensation and alarm intelligibility. The overall system is not analog and analog is not acceptable. Any digital device that uses computer-based software as an interface must be TRM and ERA approved. Any cloud based applications must be FedRAMP approved.

79. Are the specified twenty-four (24) spare zones required per campus? ACG Answer: Spare zones may be split. Each campus shall have at minimum 10% spare zones.

80. Are the fire alarm system(s) and nurse call system(s) centrally controlled per campus or does each building have separate standalone systems? ACG Answer: No interface with fire alarm or nurse call system.

81. How many audio inputs from the FACP does the PA system need to accommodate per campus and per building? ACG Answer: No interface with fire alarm system.

82. Can additional information and clarification be provided related to the specified nurse call system interface in regard to the quantity / location of inputs and quantity / location of outputs per campus and per building? ACG Answer: No interface with nurse call system.

83. How many local sound system output and input interfaces does the PA system need to accommodate per campus and per building? ACG Answer: No interface with other systems.

84. There are components and hardware referenced in the specifications but not specifically referenced in drawings, and can additional clarification be provided on how these scenarios are to be accommodated in the PA system configuration and installation? An example is the riser diagrams reference “VoIP Telephone Interface” and the spec references a “VOICE OVER IP DEVICE” and “POTS DEVICE” There are a variety of I/O devices listed that are not referenced in the riser diagrams and assume they are associated with the fire alarm system and nurse call system interfaces that are also referenced in the spec but not the riser diagrams. ACG Answer: No interface with other systems.

85. The current due date for offerors is 7/24/25. Does the Government intend to extend the due date for responses to provide adequate time for RFI responses? No.

86. Will the VA accept only solutions that can natively integrate with both analog and SIP-based paging devices without the need for full system replacement or reprogramming through proprietary software? ACG Answer: Contractor to provide full overhead system replacement.

Contract documents basis of design is BiAmp Vocia. If alternative system is used, Contractor shall provide updated drawings and documentation indicating system design and specifications and shall be responsible for ensuring that the system meets or exceeds the performance of the original design.

87. Can the VA confirm whether systems that rely on CobraNet—rather than modern IP multicast, Dante, or SIP-based protocols—are acceptable, considering the long-term viability and cybersecurity requirements of VA infrastructure? ACG Answer: System will need VA approval if on VA network.

88. The spec for section 27 51 16 states conduit is not required. Are j-hooks permitted for cabling where conduit is not required? ACG Answer: Yes.

89. Would the government clarify if 1 ¼” conduit will be required? If fill ratios are in accordance with spec, will the government permit smaller down to the typical 3/4”? ACG Answer: Smaller conduit is acceptable if fill ratios are in accordance with code and specifications.

90. Would the government confirm that all closets available for PAMN equipment are noted on the drawings? ACG Answer: See previous answers.

91. Page 9 of 67 in the Solicitation: How much time should be allotted for the privacy training? What does this training consist of? ACG Answer: VA to answer. There is no privacy training required.

92. Page 12 of 67 in the solicitation, Talent Management system Training: Are all crafts responsible for this training and required to be completed by each sub-tier? ACG Answer: VA to answer.

There is no Talent Management System training required.

93. Spec. Section 01 00 00-part J #2: Existing systems to maintain full operation while the new system is being installed? IE: What is the allotted time for the down time of the existing paging system for the downtime / cutover to take place to utilize the current location of said new PA system being installed? ACG Answer: Coordinate with VA.

94. Page # part 3 3.1 27 05 33 – 8 page 60 and page 149 #1 answers this question. Can the existing overhead cable tray / J-hook system be utilized in the hallways as currently installed, or does the PAMN system cabling have to be in its own support system? ACG Answer: Contractor may utilize existing pathways as long as pathway is in good condition and not overfilled by the addition of new cabling.

95. Spec. Section 27 05 33, part 3, 31 Can existing cable tray be utilized for the PA system wiring, if it is acceptable to use cable trays, does the government have drawings showing the sizes and locations of existing cable trays and J-hooks? ACG Answer: See previous response.

96. Section 01 74 19: Are there any on-site forms recycling dumpsters in which the contractor can place recycled material in upon removal or completion of project? No. GC is responsible for removing all debris in their provided containers for recycling, waste management, etc.

97. BICSI Certified:?? Page 52 / 27 05 26 – 8 Is everyone on site required or has one on site managing installation. It says test per BICSI’s Information Technology Systems Installation. ACG Answer: Not everyone is required to be BICSI certified. Spec 27 05 11 1.10.H requires project superintendent BICSI Certified Commercial Installer Level 1, Level 2, or technician to provide oversight of the project. 27 05 26 requires testing according to ITSIMM recommended testing procedures and criteria.

98. BICSI Certified:?? Page 52 / 27 05 26 – 8 Is everyone on site required or has one on site managing installation. It says test per BICSI’s Information Technology Systems Installation. ACG Answer: Not everyone is required to be BICSI certified. Spec 27 05 11 1.10.H requires project superintendent BICSI Certified Commercial Installer Level 1, Level 2, or technician to provide oversight of the project. 27 05 26 requires testing according to ITSIMM recommended testing procedures and criteria.

99. Referenced as “end of line devices”. Can they be active or passive at our discretion? Can the passive remain “end of line” in the field? ACG Answer: End of line device should be active except where not possible due to length of run. Contractor shall provide advanced notice of all circuits where passive end of line devices will not be feasible to use.

100. Sheet T602 Sheet Key note 4 is specifies 14 gauge wire up to 90 ft. Should this say 900ft? ACG Answer: 14 gauge speaker wire is good for 900ft depending on the load on that circuit,

101. Is this a stand-alone system? Are there any integration to the nurse call or fire alarm? Nurse call does not have the software to integrate. If stand alone, does the integration need to be provided for future use? This is a stand-alone system.

102. Will this be connected to the phone system? If yes, is it VOIP or POTS? How many lines? ACG

Answer: No. This will to be connected to the phone system. Provide VOIP interface per drawings and specs.

103. Is the VA providing all network equipment such as network switches. See previous.

104. Paging stations, confirm they are all on the ground floor in HAS B044 on Bowling campus. Are there any on first floor police suite. ACG Answer: Provide paging devices in new police suite in basement. Coordinate with VA.

105. Where are Sousley paging locations, none on plans. ACG Answer: Provide VoIP interface per drawings and specs.

106. BOD for the speakers? ACG Answer: See previous reply.

107. Do we have to keep the other system up and running while installing the new system? Or install side by side and patch and repair as we go? Install side by side and patch and repair as you go.

108. Do the speakers need safety wires. Do the boxes have to be separately secured from the ceiling grid? ACG Answer: Safety wires not required

109. What fire alarm system do you have at Bowling campus? Simplex

110. UPS system-who is supplying this? Is it 1,2 or 4 hrs? ACG Answer: 2 Hours.

111. The rack PDU BOD is a APCAP8861- this does not seem appropriate for a paging rack. App note Div 27 page 27, 51, 16-26 note I- Who will provide? ACG Answer: Contractor to provide.

See previous reply regarding rack BoD.

112. Spare speaker zones-24 are listed. Is that for each campus or a total for both campuses? ACG

Answer: See previous.

113. Is this system reserved capacity or will we need to provide an amp channel per zone? ACG Answer: See previous reply.

114. Telephone interface. Does each rack/building need its own telephone interface or just at the main headend rack? ACG Answer: Each campus to have a telephone VoIP interface..

115. Ambient noise device- what locations do they need to be-plans don’t specify? ACG Answer: All public locations.

116. Are amps of type 3 accepted VA-8150 or VA-4300 or is amp type 1 required everywhere- VA-

8600? ACG Answer: Dependent on number of zones per building/feed location. Not all locations require VA-8600.

117. The PA system supervisory annunciator control interface CI-1-Please confirm needed locations-it does not call it out on the plans. ACG Answer: CI-1 required at each campus at primary head-end location.

118. Infection control equipment-GC providing? Yes. GC Provides all IC Equipment.

119. BOD for the racks? ACG Answer: See previous.

120. T-402 and 403 sheet keynote 1- Location for new paging equipment locations- some buildings show and additional PAMM location-are these not the same? ACG Answer: See previous replies.

121. Spec Section 27 05 11, 1.10, H, 3, states that the installer shall have on staff a registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD). This is an involved and lengthy process to obtain and is mainly with the design. If we have the BISCI Certified Commercial Installer certificate, can the RCDD be waived? ACG Answer: This requirement to remain. It is a VA specification requirement for quality assurance.