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Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10

260 E. University Avenue

Cincinnati OH 45219

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Cincinnati OH 45219

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RENOVATE MICU/SICU

FOR THE

VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER (VAMC)—CINCINNATI, OH

PROJECT NUMBER: 539-20-104

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (RFIs)

TO REQUEST FOR INVIATATION FOR BID (IFB) NUMBER

36C25026B0001

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

1. RFI #1 Question: The statement below is in paragraph 3.4 B on page 01 45 00-5. Are the system manager requirements listed going to be required?

“The CQC system Manager is required to be a graduate Engineer, graduate architect, or a graduate of construction management, with a minimum of PM or SRE to determine qualifications based on project complexity at construction review 5 years construction experience on construction similar to the scope of this Contract”.

Answer: CQC System Manager must be a separate individual from the superintendent/SSHO but does not need a graduate degree.

2. RFI #2 Question: Lead paint spec states door frames painted beige is lead paint. We are not removing door frames. Do these door frames need to be stripped of lead paint or can they be painted over?

Answer: Yes, lead paint must be removed entirely and abated properly;

encapsulation is not sufficient.

3. RFI #3 Question: Is the roof identified in the drawings under a warranty contract and with who?

Answer: Since the pre-bid site visit, another project has applied a rolled on

Tremco roof product to the SICU roof. Any work done under the MICU project must uphold the Tremco roof warranty. The POC for Tremco (roof system manufacturer who holds the roof system warranty) is David Hart

513- 489-1125 and email: dhart@tremcoinc.com. The sub-contractor who installed the roof and who has installer warranty obligations to both VA and

Tremco on the SICU unit was: Centimark. The POC is Justin Vaske at 513-

532-7230 (M). justin.vaske@centimark.com (the roofing sub-contractor is for informational purposes only).

mailto:dhart@tremcoinc.com mailto:justin.vaske@centimark.com

4. RFI #4 Question: Bid Item 4 states to delete aerosol duct sealant which I believe it is meant to be Aeroseal. I cannot find Aeroseal duct sealant in the specs or drawings to be in this project. Please advise.

Answer: Aeroseal duct sealant is not within the HVAC scope of this project.

Bid item #4 will be removed, see new statement of bid items as attachment.

5. RFI #5 Question: It appears there are duplicates of multiple specification sections. Can you please provide a specification set with the correct specifications included, without the duplicates?

Answer: Duplicates will be removed in Addendum #4.

6. RFI #6 Question: Will an on-site CQC Manager with 20 plus years of supervision experience on projects of similar size and complexity be acceptable in lieu of a graduate engineer, graduate architect or graduate of construction management?

Answer: QC manager with 20 plus years’ experience is acceptable; no graduate degree is required. Must be a separate individual from the superintendent/SSHO but does not need a graduate degree.

7. RFI #7 Question: Will a copy of the pre-bid site visit sign in be posted as an amendment in the near future?

Answer: Publishing the site visit sign in sheet is at the discretion of the

Contracting Officer.

8. RFI #8 Question: Due to the timing of this project, the refrigerant will change from R410 to either R32 or R454b. The new refrigerant is classified as an A2L which changes the components inside of the units.

Will AHU-5 also need to be re-rated due to the shift in refrigerant used, if so, is this reflected in the bid documents? If not, is the plan to use an R410 condensing unit and coil?

Answer: This will be addressed via addendum #4 (see drawings).

9. RFI 9 Question: Is this project tax-exempt? If yes, will a certificate be issued?

Answer: Yes. A tax exemption form will be provided.

10. RFI #10 Question: Can our superintendent dual hat as either Quality

Control Manager or SSHO?

Answer: No.

11. RFI #11 Question: Can our superintendent triple hat as Quality Control

Manager and SSHO?

12. RFI #12 Question: What are the typical working hours?

Answer: Monday thru Friday 6:00am – 4:00pm. Days and hours can vary depending on the scope/area of work and or utility shutdown. Coordinate with COR.

13. RFI #13 Question: Is there a designated laydown area for office trailer / conex / dumpster and is VA power nearby?

Answer: There is no guarantee of laydown space, contractors shall plan accordingly to support their material. Yes, power is available. Dumpster location will be coordinated with COR.

14. RFI #14 Question: Regarding Corner Guards: CG-1, CG-2.

Spec calls for corner guards to be installed from top of resilient base to ceiling. Typical corner guards is 8’ long. Corner guard from base to ceiling will require a 8’6” (Custom) corner guard which will be more expensive.

Other option would be installing standard 8’ corner guard from top of base.

This would still achieve wall protection and help keep costs in line.

Please advise

Answer: No corner guard to be more than 8’.

15. RFI #15 Question: We are required to install the following owner furnished equipment. Please provide specs and install information as far as what is required for our install. 1. Blanketrol III, 3. Blanket Warmer, 8. Par Bins – 3’

Sections, 14. TV, 19. BMS Monitor, 24. Back Door Opener, 32. Camera

Telehealth, 36. Front Door Opener, 49. Meds Refrigerator, 55. Pharmacy

Return Bin, 68. Telehealth, 69. Telemetry Monitor, 78. OmnicellWaIs there a designated laydown area for office trailer / conex / dumpster and is VA power nearby?

Answer:

Coordinate with COR for specs and install information for wall mounted items. Per AF603 most items will be provided by owner.

See RFI #13 for laydown space.

16. RFI #16 Question: Refer to Spec Section 01 00 00, 1.24 Photographic

Documentation.

1.24A Call out use of a commercial photographer/subcontractor. Will this be required on this project or will pictures taken by the superintendent be sufficient for this project? Commercial photographer subcontractor.

1.24B calls requirement to use a professional grade camera. Is this required? Yes, professional grade camera.

1.24B2 calls out indexing and navigation system AUTOCAD construction drawings, making drawings interactive on an on-line interface. Will this be required? No

1.24B3 will this be required on this project? Uploading documents via submittal exchange platforms & email is acceptable.

Can these requirements in this section be waived and instead, utilize a superintendent/project manager that will regularly take progress photos?

17. RFI #17 Question 1: On page S102 there is new steel drawn with a key mark

2 denoting new opening, but there is no section cut or indication of steel system required, please advise.

Question 2: Section 11 on page S301 references connection details on page S100, there is not a page S100 included in the drawings.

1. There are 3 new members; C6x10.5. Refer to 13/S301 for connection information.

2. Replace the S100 connection reference with the following: Refer to

13/S301 for connection information.

18. RFI #18 Question: Page S102 has an opening with provided section cuts 13 and 14 bringing you to page S301. S102 has three (3) new steel members drawn, but sections 13 and 14 depict on one (1) new channel connected to two (2) I beams. Please advise on new vs existing steel members.

Answer: There are 3 new members; C6x10.5. Slab infill details similar to 13 and 14 on S301. Refer to 13/S301 for connection information.

19. RFI #19 Question: Refer to dumpster and trash chute location on AD102.

There is a Decon Trailer in this spot. Please clarify where we should figure on placing the dumpster & trash chute.

Answer: Dumpster location will be coordinated with COR

20. RFI #20 Question: Pipe penetration detail shows new framing that per the drawings is supposed to be installed from the interior. This does not seem possible. It would make more sense to remove the soffit/ceiling from the entry to have access to this space, and then replace the soffit with a new

(metal panels/etc.) Please advise.

Answer: Contractor to remove and replace existing exterior plaster soffit as required. Repair to match existing texture and finish.

21. RFI #21 Question: Is there a designated laydown area for office trailer / conex / dumpster and is VA power nearby?

Answer: See RFI #13.

22. RFI #22 Question: Will the owner accept Procure Project Management software as the primary submittal and data tracking tool for this project?

Answer: Procore is acceptable.

23. RFI #23 Question: What is the floor deck height on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Floors?

Answer: 11’11 first to second floor, 11’ second to third floor, 11’ third to fourth floor.

24. RFI #24 Question: Will the sign-in sheet from site visit be available in addendum?

Answer: See question 7. Publishing the site visit sign in sheet is at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.

25. RFI #25 Question: Please clarify if a superintendent can be a dual hat to cover the requirements of SSHO?

Answer: See RFI 10

26. RFI #26 Question: If no to the question above, will the SSHO need to be full-time for this project?

Answer: Yes, during the entire duration of construction.

27. RFI #27 Question: Please clarify if a superintendent can be a dual hat to cover the requirements of QA/QC?

28. RFI #28 Question: If no to the question above, will the QA/QC need to be full time for this project?

Answer: Yes, during the entire duration of construction

29. RFI #29 Question: Can a superintendent be a triple hat to cover the requirements of SSHO and QA/QC?

30. RFI #30 Question: Please confirm if tax should be included in our proposal?

Answer: No

31. RFI #31 Question: Please confirm if the current prevailing wages will be consistent for the life of the project with no escalation?

Answer: Yes

32. RFI #32 Question: Who is responsible for contracting the commissioning agent?

Answer: Levin Porter and Associates

33. RFI #33 Question: Is the use of temporary plastic wall panels (such as

STARC panels) acceptable to meet ICRA requirements?

34. RFI #34 Question: Will shutdowns be required to be done during off hours or weekends?

Answer: Certain utility shutdowns will require them to be done during off hours or weekends. Coordinate with COR.

35. RFI #35 Question: Please confirm construction activities are intended to be during normal business hours.

Answer: Most construction activities will be during normal business hours.

Some tasks will need to be done during non-business hours. Coordinate with COR.

36. RFI #36 Question: Will hydrostatic testing be sufficient on all pipe welds or will x-ray be required?

Answer: Refer to each piping system specification for testing requirements. 21 13 13 / 3.2

37. RFI #37 Question: If X-ray is required, what percentage of welds and who will be responsible for the cost of testing?

Answer: Refer to each piping system specification for testing requirements. 21 13 13 / 3.2

38. RFI #38 Question: If hydrostatic testing is required will the water necessary for hydrostatic testing of piping systems be provided by the facility?

Answer: Connect to the water system located with-in the renovation area.

Coordinate with COR.

39. RFI #39 Question: Please confirm if there is assumed asbestos on any piping that is to be removed?

Answer: Hazardous Material survey included in specifications.

40. RFI #40 Question: Will any existing glycol be required to be removed and disposed of by the contractor? If so, can the total volume of glycol be provided?

Answer: No existing glycol to be removed.

41. RFI #41 Question: Who is the particular vendor or contractor currently servicing and maintaining the Building Automation System or Temperature

Controls System?

Answer: JCI and Honeywell

42. RFI #42 Question: To allow sufficient time to review responses and prepare our bid we kindly request that you please extend the bid date.

Answer: Bid date has been extended.

43. RFI #43 Question: Please provide a copy of the Site Visit Attendance Sheet.

44. RFI #44 Question: Please confirm this is not a sales tax-exempt project.

A. If sales tax-exempt, will the government provide the prime contractor with a tax-exempt certificate for use by subcontractors and vendors?

Answer: Yes…the project is tax-exempt, and a tax-exempt certificate will be provided.

45. RFI #45 Question: If the bid is due on a Monday / gets rescheduled to be due on a Monday, will the VA please consider rescheduling it to any other day during the week. Monday bid due dates mean that the bid has to be finalized by end of day the Friday before, and many subcontractors don’t work on Fridays.

Answer: The bid due date and time is at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.

46. RFI #46 Question: In the event of contract modifications/change orders, should performance and payment bond premiums be applied to each individual change order proposal or wait until the end of the project where a final modification is issued for the overruns? We ask this because VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clause 852.228-70, titled "Bond Premium Adjustment” states “in determining the basis for final settlement.”

Answer: The payment of performance and bond premiums will be paid at the end of the project.

47. RFI #47 Question: If a Prime Contractor is awarded multiple projects at the same VA Medical Center location: Can the Superintendent be shared across multiple projects at the same site/location, or should they only be dedicated full-time to this project only?

Answer: No, the superintendent must be dedicated to this project only.

48. RFI #48 Question: Can one person serve as the Superintendent, Quality

Control Manager, & the SSHO?

49. RFI #49 Question: Please confirm that per 01 45 00 3.4 C, the

Superintendent can also fulfill the Quality Control Manager (QCM) role.

50. RFI #50 Question: If the Super can’t be the QCM, the average ADDITIONAL cost for a dedicated QCM is approximately $36,000 per month (salary, labor burden, per diem, housing, company vehicle, monthly return trips home, company phone, etc). We expect the onsite construction portion of this project to be 10 months long, and the bid is expected to increase by

($360,000). Please confirm a dedicated QCM is still required.

51. RFI #51 Question: If the Super can’t be the QCM and the QCM is required to be onsite full-time, should they be assigned to this project only, or can they be assigned to another project as well on the same property?

Answer: Dedicated to this project only.

52. RFI #52 Question: If the Super can’t be the QCM, can a subcontractor (e.g., Terracon or a similar testing firm) fulfill the QCM role?

Answer: Qualified person to fulfill the role of QCM is required.

53. RFI #53 Question: If the Super can’t be the QCM, can a subcontractor (e.g., Terracon or a similar testing firm) fulfill the QCM role?

Answer: See RFI 52

54. RFI #54 Question: Can the Superintendent fulfill the Site Safety & Health

Officer (SSHO) role? Specification 01 35 26, 1.7 D in its reference to FAR

52.236-6, can be interpreted to mean that the SSHO can also be the

Superintendent. Please confirm that the Superintendent can fulfill the Site

Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) role.

55. RFI #55 Question: If the Super can’t be the SSHO, the average ADDITIONAL cost for a dedicated SSHO is approximately $36,000 per month (salary, labor burden, per diem, housing, company vehicle, monthly return trips home, company phone, etc). We expect this project to be 10 months long, and the bid is expected to increase by ($360,000). Please confirm a dedicated SSHO is still required.

56. RFI #56 Question: If the Super can’t be the SSHO, can a subcontractor fulfill the SSHO role?

Answer: See RFI 52

57. RFI #57 Question: How long is the turnaround time for background check results?

Answer: Varies. Estimated 2 weeks or more.

58. RFI #58 Question: How many hours should the prime contractor and subcontractors’ budget for on-site badging, safety training, orientation, etc.?

Answer: None.

59. RFI #59 Question: Once awarded, will the VA provide an Administrative NTP to allow time for subcontracts to be executed, GC & Subs to work together to develop a project schedule, provide SF1413s, and prepare other Division 1 submittals?

Answer: No. An administrative Notice to Proceed will not be issued. The

Notice to Proceed (NTP) and award letter will have instructions about when certain documents are due.

60. RFI #60 Question: Once awarded, if the VA will not provide an Administrative NTP, will the VA allow up to 90 days between the kickoff meeting and the NTP?

Answer: No. Once the Notice to Proceed is signed…the project officially begins.

61. RFI #61 Question: The solicitation includes FAR 23.1 Sustainable Products and Services and/or VAAR 852.223-70 Instruction to Offerors – Sustainable Acquisition Plan, but this clause seems to be specific to technical proposals only, not bids or quotes. Please confirm a SAP is required to be submitted with bids.

Answer: VAAR 852.223-70 is not a provision in the solicitation.

62. RFI #62 Question: Please provide call-in details and instructions for the bid opening to ensure transparency for all bidders.

Answer: An amendment will be posted with the details concerning the call-in information.

63. RFI #63 Question: Please provide the point of contact information for the BMS integration contractor.

Answer: JCI

64. RFI #64 Question: Please provide the point of contact information for the

Fire Alarm integration contractor.

Answer: Honeywell

65. RFI #65 Question: Will the VA consider waiving the AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) requirement for structural steel fabrication and erection for this project? This requirement makes steel procurement on the project exponentially more difficult and costly.

Answer: AISC certification can be waived for this project.

66. RFI #66 Question: Are any AISC substitute certifications acceptable instead of AISC certification?

Answer: Yes, contractor to provide steel shop drawings for VA review prior.

67. RFI #67 Question: Where is ICRA required? Please provide drawings showing where the ICRA walls or barriers are required.

Answer: ICRA walls shown on demolition plans.

68. RFI #68 Question: Are there specific door size requirements for the ICRA walls? If so, what are the locations and sizes?

Answer: Single doors 3’0 min. Double doors 6’0 min. Refer to ICRA for requirements. Locations are shown on the drawings.

69. RFI #69 Question: Please provide complete Infection Control Risk Assessment forms for each area which require different levels of infection control.

Answer: ICRA form provided in Safety Specifications.

70. RFI #70 Question: Will the VA allow a Temp Wall System (i.e., Starc Wall, Edge Guard, etc) instead of a rigid wall ICRA system? This usually provides substantial cost savings to the VA.

Answer: Yes.

71. RFI #71 Question: Will the VA allow the use of Zip Wall (plastic sheathing with support poles) for barriers and containment on this project? If so, where? If so, can it be used instead of a Temp Wall System such as Starc Wall/Edge Guard?

72. RFI #72 Question: If fire-rated walls are required, can we use one-hour-rated temporary walls, which are ASTM-certified?

73. RFI #73 Question: Will the government accept ICRA Walls / Fire Rated Walls to the drop ceiling and fire-retardant plastic from the drop ceiling to the deck above? This is usually allowed to work the plastic around piping, ducts, racks, and other obstacles in the space between the drop ceiling and the deck above in a scenario when the barriers need to go to the deck above.

74. RFI #74 Question: If necessary, will negative air machines be permitted to exhaust through HEPA filter into the occupied space? If not, please provide locations where negative air machines can be exhausted.

Answer: Refer to ICRA.

75. RFI #75 Question: Will ICRA carts be allowed? If so, is there a limit to how many ICRA carts can be used at one time? If so, are there any areas where

ICRA carts will not be allowed?

Answer: Refer to ICRA. Coordinate with COR to maintain fire egress pathways.

76. RFI #76 Question: Is any scope of work for this project required to be performed outside of regular work hours? If so, what trades or scopes will be required to be performed outside of regular work hours? If so, what will the work hours and days be for scopes required to be performed outside of regular work hours?

Answer: See RFI 35

77. RFI #77 Question: Will the VA provide space for the Prime Contractor’s

Superintendent to set up, or should we add costs to our bid for a mobile office? Where can the mobile office be located? Is space available for a 8’ x

40’ temporary ground-level office? Are contractors required to set a pole and meter for electric usage in the mobile office? Where is the electrical connection for power to the mobile office? What is the distance between the electrical connection and the proposed location of the mobile office? Is a 208V, 125A breaker available for connection to the mobile office? If a breaker isn't available, is a spare available? Would contractors be expected to supply the needed breaker? Will the feeder between the electrical connection and the mobile office need to be underground? Will this feeder need to run across any asphalt or concrete roads or parking lots?

Answer: See RFI 13

78. RFI #78 Question: Where are the designated contractors' and subcontractors' parking area?

Answer: Offsite parking. Parking onsite is not permitted.

79. RFI #79 Question: Is parking available for 2-3 vehicles for the prime contractor and each subcontractor for a total of 6-9 vehicles? Where shall these people park if the VA cannot make 2-3 spaces available for the prime contractor and each of the subs for a total of 6-9 vehicles?

Answer: See RFI 78

80. RFI #80 Question: Will the VA allow contractors to use VA indoor restrooms? If required, can Porta Johns be placed within a 100’ radius of the job site / work area?

81. RFI #81 Question: Is temporary construction fencing required anywhere on the project or at the laydown/dumpster area? If required, please confirm that 6’ tall temporary construction fencing is acceptable. We ask this because the standard VA specification is a minimum of 2.1m (seven feet) tall, which is not an industry standard height and would require a custom fence to be made at that height. Alternatively, an 8’ high fence generally tends to blow over even with sandbags on the bases when the fabric is required to be fastened to the fence, since 8’ tall panels with fabric have to potential to cause damage to property and injury to personal, we strongly recommend using 6’ tall temporary construction fencing.

82. RFI #82 Question: Can contractors perform crane lifts during regular hours?

Answer: Coordinate crane location with COR and time.

83. RFI #83 Question: Can utility tie-ins be performed during regular hours?

Answer: See RFI 34.

84. RFI #84 Question: Can system commissioning activities be performed during regular hours?

85. RFI #85 Question: Who will be responsible for commissioning?

Answer: Refer to RFI 32

86. RFI #86 Question: Will the VA require third party inspections of firestopping?

Answer: Per spec 07 84 00 Firestopping 1.6/C Contractor to engage a qualified inspector to perform inspections and final report.

87. RFI #87 Question: Will the VA allow for stored material so that we can procure and lay down long lead items and/or critical path material/equipment?

88. RFI #88 Question: Will the VA fully pay for this material/equipment if stored on-site?

Answer: Yes, coordinate and provide documentation to COR.

89. RFI #89 Question: Please confirm that the current design documents meet current VA TIL guidelines.

Answer: Current design documents are applicable to the project.

90. RFI #90 Question: Is there any work not included in the drawings or contract documents that will need to be performed under the contract?

Answer: Design documents encompasses the scope of the project.

91. RFI #91 Question: Will there be liquidated damages on this project? If so, what is the amount per day for liquidated damages?

Answer: No liquidated damages for this project.

92. RFI #92 Question: Do the phases need to be consecutive or can work in multiple phases be performed at the same time.

Answer: See sequencing notes on sheet G101.

93. RFI #93 Question: Page S103 of the plan set shows some structural beams that are listed W12X19 and W14X22. All the other steel beams are listed as existing. Can you please confirm whether these beams are existing to remain or new construction, and if they are new construction can you please confirm the dimensions required?

Answer: The two beams marked W14x22, and two beams marked W12x19 were erroneously tagged and not part of this project.

94. RFI #94 Question: Are there any delegated design elements included in this project.

Answer: Yes. Refer to drawing and specifications.

95. RFI #95 Question: Please specify the designated staging area for the

96. RFI #96 Question: Please provide as-builts of buildings floor plans and electrical plans and structural plans.

Answer: Project drawings show existing conditions.

97. RFI #97 Question: Please provide as-builts of buildings floor plans and electrical plans and structural plans.

Answer: See RFI 96

98. RFI #98 Question: Please provide the sign-in sheet of the site walkthrough

99. RFI #99 Question: Could you confirm if there are any noise, vibration, or delivery restrictions we should take into consideration?

Answer: Refer to specification section 23 05 41 for noise and vibration requirements.

100. RFI #100 Question: Does the existing roof have a warranty? If so, please provide the name of the roofing contractor who installed the roof in order to maintain the roof warranty.

Answer: See RFI 3.

101. RFI #101 Question: Please clarify if the project superintendent can perform the duties of QCM or SSHO.

102. RFI #102 Question: Please specify the normal workdays and hours, clarify if there are any restrictions to perform work at night and weekends.

Answer: See RFI 12

103. RFI #103 Question: Please provide contractor parking locations to access site.

104. RFI #104 Question: Please provide the location to set up a conex box.

105. RFI #105 Question: Pg15 of Spec 01 00 00 -6 -I states "Construction Fence: Before construction operations begin, Contractor shall provide a chain link construction fence, 2.1m (seven feet) minimum height, around the construction area." Please specify the location that needs to be fenced.

Answer: See RFI 81

106. RFI #106 Question: Please confirm if HAZMAT survey needs to be performed.

Answer: Materials that are observed which are suspected to contain asbestos/lead/mold are assumed present.

107. RFI #107 Question: AD102 - 2.41 states "Remove existing pneumatic tube station. Salvage and turn over to owner" Please confirm the pneumatic tube station would be inoperable for floors 1,3 during the construction period.

Answer: Coordinate with COR. Pneumatic tube stations for floors 1,3 shall be inoperable during demo phase.

108. RFI #108 Question: (Elev 15, Dwg A405 (TYP) This Elevation indicates Item 11.01, an "H" Type Patient Lift (Typical). These are located on both the 1st and 2nd Floors. There are no dimensions to be found that indicate the overall height from the floor to the underside of the structural deck above. Please provide these heights (1st Floor to the 2nd Floor Structure underside and the 2nd Floor to the 3rd Floor Structure underside), so these lifts can be quoted properly

Answer: There are no patient lifts on the first floor. Floor to floor heights are 1’11 first to second floor, 11’ second to third floor, 11’ third to fourth floor.

109. RFI #109 Question: (Patient Lift Support Schematics, Dwg S001) The schematics for the Lifts indicate that structural components will be utilized to attach the Patient Lift framing to the underside of the deck above. Please confirm that the 2nd Floor Structural Deck is constructed utilizing steel framing or concrete framing. If this deck is constructed of structural concrete please confirm that the Patient Lift Deck framing can be attached to the structural concrete framing?

Answer: The structural deck is a concrete slab over metal deck. Patient lifts are not to be attached to deck but attached to beams per details on

S001.

110. RFI #110 Question: Please confirm if the VA intends to reuse the PTS station that is being salvaged and turned over. The drawings (AD102-N) make note of a “new’ PTS (pneumatic tube station) station. Often this is just referring to the “new” location

Answer: New station required see specification per 14 92 00 Pneumatic

Tube System for characteristics.

111. RFI #111 Question: Please confirm if we are allowed to outsource certain sole source items if we are unable to reach the sole source justified vendors.

Answer: No. If there are any issues coordinate with COR.

112. RFI #112 Question: Please share the scope of work for modifications of the roof as there are no specifications for the roof.

Answer: See RFI 3.

113. RFI #113 Question: Please clarify the chute location if the bid options are not exercised.

Answer: Chute location will be coordinated with COR pending award of

114. RFI #114 Question: Please clarify if the office space (not limited to A272,A273,A271,A268) would be used and in operation if the bid option is not exercised.

Answer: If there is a deduct in scope for the rooms, the rooms will stay operational.

115. RFI #115 Question: Please provide additional information on expansion joint A102-N.

Answer: Floor expansion joint for keynote 7.34: BOD 787 NS Recessed floor expansion joint. Remove existing expansion joint and portion of concrete slab as required for new expansion joint installation.

Wall expansion joint for keynote 7.04: BOD 357 C Recessed Mount Wall

System.

116. RFI #116 Question: Drawing A102-N shows what appears to be an aluminum storefront system at Grief/Consul 289 and shows Door 289.

However, there are no elevations showing this storefront, or any details.

Also, the door schedule on sheet A601 does not show door 289 at all.

Please advise.

Answer: Storefront and door 289 for Grief Consult room is existing to remain.

117. RFI #117 Question: Will the owner accept the “P-6 Primavera” for schedule submission and monthly updates?

118. RFI #118 Question: Is this project tax-exempt, and will the CO/COR provide the necessary tax-exempt certificates?

Answer: Yes, and Yes

119. RFI #119 Question: Because of COVID-19 throughout the U.S. and the resulting Federal, State and local governments’ responses/requirements, are there any new work requirements or mandates that will be required by the VA on this project?

120. RFI #120 Question: Many VA campuses are beginning to address tuberculosis protocols on VA campus projects, including the 90-day screening before assignment to the worksite. This requirement will limit the amount of personnel who can immediately perform work right after the award. Will this project be required to follow 01 35 26 1.13 for TB-required protocols and a requirement to follow the 90-day screening before beginning work on the project?

121. RFI #121 Question: What is the approximate duration between issuing the award and issuing the NTP?

Answer: This timeframe is dependent upon when the Contracting Officer receives the performance and payment bonds. Then a Notice to Proceed will be issued.

122. RFI #122 Question: For planning the preliminary project schedule, please provide an anticipated award date.

Answer: The VA has a 120-day acceptance period.

123. RFI #123 Question: How many calendar days should be included in the critical-path method schedule for the owner and A/E to review and respond to RFIs?

Answer: See spec section 01 33 23 for review process and timeline.

124. RFI #124 Question: How many calendar days should be included in the critical-path method schedule for owner and A/E submittal review?

Answer: See RFI 123

125. RFI #125 Question: Will the Government provide the 3-D REVIT Design model in native file format for the creation of coordination drawings and use by contractor?

126. RFI #126 Question: Specifications section 01 35 26 para 1.7.C explains that SSHO has to be a separate qualified individual from the Prime Contractor’s Superintendent. Specifications section 01 45 00 para 3.4.B mandates that CQC System Manager cannot have duties as project superintendent. Please confirm that the superintendent cannot dual hat as CQC or SSHO.

127. RFI #127 Question: Please confirm that the project scope (including work at the 1st /2nd/3rd-floor interstitials) will be completed during normal working hours, not nights and weekends.

128. RFI #128 Question: The project scope is widespread across the building and performed in and around numerous existing building systems that will need coordination. How many site visits do owner consultants have for MEP and systems coordination with GC, and will the VA have a designated MEP representative available on site?

Answer: Yes, Design team has sufficient site visits planned. VA should have a designated MEP rep available onsite daily.

129. RFI #129 Question: Can you confirm that the owner will be contracting directly with a third-party commissioning agent for commissioning the project and that the Contractor is only to include participation/coordination with the Commissioning Agent?

Answer: See RFI 32

130. RFI #130 Question: Knowing that the campus is limited on space and parking, it is critical that the contactor project superintendent have freedom of access and close proximity to the work. Can the VA/Owner provide a designated parking spot for the contractor project superintendent?

131. RFI #131 Question: Has the facility Operation & Maintenance team reviewed the Contract Documents for operability to avoid change orders?

132. RFI #132 Question: Can the contractor use an existing office inside the building for a temporary construction office during construction instead of setting up a temporary trailer?

133. RFI #133 Question: Can the contractor use the existing restroom facilities in the work area or adjacent ones nearby?

134. RFI #134 Question: Can the contractor use the existing on-site utilities for temporary electrical and water free of charge?

135. RFI #135 Question: Will the owner provide the fire watch during the period that the fire suppression and/or fire alarm system is not in service?

136. RFI #136 Question: Please provide detailed guidance for noise and vibration operations, including acceptable levels/duration, hours of operations for acceptable levels, and acceptable noise levels after hours.

If possible, please provide the decibel levels we are to maintain.

Answer: Refer to specification section 23 05 41 for noise and vibration requirements.

137. RFI #137 Question: Will the interior signage be installed by the owner?

138. RFI #138 Question: Can you please provide further information on the switchable privacy glass mentioned on EP102 - Note 4? Is there a specific design, thickness, BOD, etc?

Answer: See specification section 088000.

139. RFI #139 Question: Can phases 002 through 002.5 run concurrently?

Answer: Yes, coordinate with COR

140. RFI #140 Question: Where will the laydown area for our trailer, storage container, etc. be located for this project?

141. RFI #141 Question: Will we be able to use STARC or similar type walls in lieu of framed and drywalled walls?

142. RFI #142 Question: A-102N - Note 8.14 - Can you provide the specifications and confirm location for the blackout film noted?

Answer: BOD: 3m blackout film F506

143. RFI #143 Question: PP102 - Note 5 states "Under Bid Item 1, delete all labor and materials associated with the construction...". Bid Item 1 in the solicitation is the referenced as the "Base bid". Please confirm what Note 5 is referencing.

Answer: Note should Be "Under Bid Item 2". Refer to specifications 01 00 00-1.3.B

144. RFI #121 Question: Please confirm the owner is responsible for all material and labor pertaining to anything Philips.

Answer: No. Contractor to coordinate with Philips for relocation of existing Telemetry network. Coordinate with COR.

145. RFI #145 Question: A101-N - Note 1.05 states that the layout shown is from July 2020 and that there is a separate design project underway for this area.

Can you please provide the new layout or confirm that the existing layout is consistent with the layout we will be working in?

146. RFI #146 Question: We’ve identified duplicate entries across several specification sections. Could you please provide an updated specification set that includes the correct, finalized sections without any duplicates.

Answer: Duplicates will be removed in Addendum #3.

147. RFI #147 Question: During the job walk, there appeared to be ceiling mounted headwall units of some sort. I do not see these anywhere specifically called out in the plans. Will this be demoed by others?

Answer: No. Contractor to demo per plans.

148. RFI #148 Question: How long after NTP will the Government provide the submittal register per 01 33 23 1.3.C?

Answer: 21 calendar days.

149. RFI #149 Question: Has the owner performed a baseline air quality test/survey in each phase of the project? IF this has not been performed, will the owner require the contractor to perform baseline air quality surveys at each location/phase of the project as well as at fresh air intakes of the associated AHU systems associated with the project?

Answer: Refer to specifications for air quality standards and testing.

150. RFI #150 Question: How soon after NTP issuance will the owner and/or designer of record provide and confirm the complete set of contract documents, including all amendments?

Answer: The complete set of contract documents and amendments will be issued at the time of award and before the issuance of the notice to proceed (NTP).

151. RFI #151 Question: Per AF101-F - Note 9.69 - it states to "provide additional floor leveling in this area". Can you please provide further direction on the extent of this floor leveling?

Answer: Area is shown by a dashed line box. Keynote is pointing to box on AF101F.

152. RFI #152 Question: Will the GC/subcontractors be required to obtain parking tags?

153. RFI #153 Question: Who is the current fire alarm vendor on site?

Answer: Honeywell

154. RFI #154 Question: Who is the current fire sprinkler subcontractor on site?

Answer: Honeywell for controls.

155. RFI #155 Question: Who is the CCTV vendor/system on site?

156. RFI #156 Question: Who is the access control vendor on site?

157. RFI #157 Question: Will the new Code Blue devices be connecting to an existing system, or will this be a complete new stand-alone system?

Answer This will be a relocation/reconnection of existing Nurse Call system.

158. RFI #158 Question: Please confirm the 75 sq ft of the tan duct mastic is the only asbestos abatement required for this project.

Answer: Hazardous material report provided in specifications.

159. RFI #159 Question: Please confirm that the abatement for door frames in the MICU area with beige paint is the only lead abatement required on this project.

Answer: Hazardous material report provided in specifications.

160. RFI #160 Question: What nurse call system is currently in use? Please confirm that ground penetrating radar is not required for all core drilling and saw cutting through existing concrete slabs.

Answer: Answer: ASCOM Telligence T6. System is maintained by, and will be required to be expanded by NewTech (contact Verne Sommerville vsommerville@newtech-sys.com) GPR is not anticipated.

161. RFI #161 Question: Please confirm that ground penetrating radar is not required for all core drilling and saw cutting through existing concrete slabs.

Answer: No GPR is not anticipated.

162. RFI #162 Question: Please confirm the equipment on pages A402-A406 is provided and install by the owner.

Answer: See AF603 for owner/contractor installation schedule.

163. RFI #163 Question: Will the owner be responsible for all commissioning?

Is there any reason to believe the slab has moisture in it and moisture remediation will be needed?

Answer: Levin Porter and Associates for commissioning, Contractor to provide moisture testing as required by flooring product.

mailto:vsommerville@newtech-sys.com

164. RFI #164 Question: Who is the manufacturer of the current HVAC Controls?

Answer: Cincinnati VA has multiple HVAC controls; JCI Metasys, Automated Logic, Tridium AX, JCI FX, and other Tridium N4.

165. RFI #165 Question: Please confirm the steel supplier/installer does not have to be AISC certified.

Answer: See RFI 65

166. RFI #166 Question: S001 mentions to remove as required and restore after installation of unistrut. However, this note is not shown anywhere on the plans. Please clarify the location and the extent of patching and restoring applied fireproofing that will be required on this project

Answer: Uni-Strut supports are a Delegated Design. The intent of the fireproofing note is to restore any damage to the existing beam fireproofing resulting from the installation of the Uni-Strut supports.

Refer to General Note E.1 for fireproofing related to new load bearing steel install as part of this project.

167. RFI #167 Question: Please indicate the depth of the gas and electrical access doors 8.25

Answer: Depth as required for 3 5/8” stud wall with drywall.

168. RFI #168 Question: Refer to T403. TR-2B and TR-2C Room Buildout:

Several mandatory items are noted to be Provided Under a Separate Contract. Please confirm all of this work is not a part of the scope of this contract.

Answer: TR-2B and TR-2C are being constructed under the EHRM project. The room will have the racks and cable management provided by the EHRM project. The MICU contractor is responsible for all cabling and cabling terminations and cable termination equipment.

169. RFI #169 Question: Refer to TN101. At least (10) ten Cat6A network data drops appear to be over 295' in length (upwards of 400' in some cases) when following cable tray routing pathways. Distances over 300' with the specified cable will result in lower performance (reduced speeds and packet losses). Are there alternate, shorter routes available for the cabling landing in TR-2C? Is "Gamechanger" style extended distance cable an acceptable product at increased cost? Is it possible to route these cables to another TR?

Answer: Contractor to provide drawings indicating which drops are being considered and the pathway being considered for those drops to further evaluate potential alternate TR assignments or pathway routings.

170. RFI #170 Question: Is the ARJO overhead, ceiling mounted patient lift system a brand name/sole source item?

Answer: No. The contractor may use an overhead, ceiling mounted patient lift system that meets the requirements that are in the specifications and drawings

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