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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 607-21-3-6985-0040 607-21-3-6985-0041 TBD on each TO 36C252 Department of Veterans Affairs Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) 115 S 84th Street, Suite 101 Milwaukee WI 53214-1476 36C252 Department of Veterans Affairs Wm S. Middleton VA Hospital Attn: John Meyers (90C) 2500 Overlook Terrace Madison WI 53705-2254 To all Offerors/Bidders

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ACCOMPANYING AMENDMENT 36C25221R0070 – 0002

MULTIPLE AWARD TASK ORDER CONTRACT (MATOC)

WILLIAM S. MIDDLETON VA HOSPITAL, MADISON, WI

I. THE FOLLOWING CHANGES ARE TO BE MADE TO THE SOLICITATION:

1. The proposal due date is changed on the SF 1442 page 1 as follows; Block 13. A. of the SF 1442 is hereby changed to read 14 July 2021; proposal receipt time remains unchanged at 1:00 PM (CST).

a. Ensure all correspondence is mailed or hand-carried to the address listed in block 8 of the SF 1442.

II. THE FOLLOWING CHANGES ARE TO BE MADE ON THE SEED PROJECT:

1. Drawing A200 - Room Finish Schedule is hereby replaced in its entirety with the revised attached Revised Room Finish Schedule.

2. Drawing HA101 Detail 2 is revised to include Note 6.

III. THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS / CLARIFICATIONS ARE THE RESULT OF BIDDERS REQUEST(S) FOR INFORMATION:

Q1. - Volume 1 part 1 Tab 2 - Can the Superintendent and PM share the roles of QC and Safety?…i.e Can the Superintendent share the role of Safety and PM share the roll of QC Manager? (no exceptions) A1. - The Prime Contractors Superintendent or Project Manager can also be the designated SSHO. Quality Control Manager must be separate from the SSHO. Contractor to identify and verify all roles at the Pre-Construction Conference.

Q2. - Volume 1 part 2 Tab 1 – Are the PPQ’s counted toward the 25-page count? I know they are sent directly to you from our clients but wanted to make sure they wouldn’t be inserted into our binders and counted as the 25 pages as each one I believe is 5 pages.

A2. – No, they are not part of the page count.

Q3. - Volume 1 part 1 Tab 4 – The Pre-Award Contractor Safety and EMR Form (Attachment 1) states to include OSHA 300 & 300A forms for 4 years. With attachment 1 this would take up 12 pages of the 25-limit total for technical. Are the OSHA 300 & 300A counted towards the 25-page limit?

A3. – The 25-page limit is to be applied for the entire Volume 1 Part 1 Technical Index which is to include the following tabs: 1 – Company Experience, 2 – Project Management, 3 – Safety Plan, 4, Pre-Award Contractor Safety and EMR form, 5 – Contractor General Information, 6 – Financial Disclosure Information, and 7 – Contractor Surety Limitations. NOTE: Under tab #4, the filled out 1-page (solicitation attachment 1) form is to be included in the 25-page limit, however, the supporting documentation (OSHA 300 & 300A and Insurance Carrier’s EMR letter) may be included as an attachment at the end of part 1 and WILL NOT count towards the 25-page limit.

Q4. - What is the minimum number of projects required for the technical proposal?

A4. – There is not a minimum

Q5. - What is the maximum number of projects allowed for the technical proposal?

A5. – There is not a maximum, you just need to ensure that you do not exceed the 25 page limit.

Q6. - If a past performance project has a completed CPARS will a PPQ be required or can the contractor provide the necessary information for access to the CPARS?

A6. - The submission instructions on page 61 of the solicitation are clear, and further clarified on page 63 paragraph 5.3 for past performance. The Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) is reviewed for all respondents which contains all of your past CPARS evaluations.

Q7. - Currently one area has 6” rubber base while the other area has 6” coved sheet vinyl. The spec’s call out 4” rubber base. Is 4” correct for both areas? The walls will need to be repaired if using 4” base.

A7. - All Vinyl Base (WB1 & WB2) on this project to be 4”. General Contractor to facilitate all prep and repairing of walls in all project rooms where existing 6” base is removed.

Q8. - The spec’s call out the cap metal and cove backer strip for coving the SV-1 material. Room Finish Schedule only calls for WB-1 in this area. Please confirm that there is only WB-1 in this area.

A8. See revised Room Finish Schedule.

Q9. - Room A26A is scheduled for the flooring to be demo’d. A26A is not on the room finish schedule. Does A26A get the same carpet as A26?

A9. Room A26A to receive C-1. See revised Room Finish Schedule.

Q10. - Forbo calls for a “net fit” seam as the preferred installation method for the SV-1. Please confirm that the VA does not require a welded seam.

A10. - Provide to install the “net fit” seams instead of the specified welded seams at SV-1. Flooring contractor to follow manufacturers’ recommendations for SV-1 installation and ‘net fit’ seam installation.

Q11. Ref drawing AD100-- Keynote 8B & 8G- Will the VA decontaminate both hoods? Who is responsible for hood certification for the relocated hood? Will the hood filters, which are very delicate and could be damaged during relocation, be replaced by the VA after relocation?

A11. - Part 1: The VA will decontaminate and decommission each hood prior to Contractor disposal and/or relocation.

Part 2: The VA will provide for hood certification after relocation.

Part 3: Fume Hood located in Room A26 to be disconnected, relocated, and reconnected by the Contractor. See additional information in Q93, A93. The contractor is responsible for any damage incurred to the hood during the relocation process.

Q12. - Ref specification 01 00 00 1.6 Phasing- How many days are allowed onsite for each phase of the seed project? How many total contract days will be allowed from NTP? What is the anticipated date for the seed project to be awarded?

A12. - Part 1: Per Project Spec 01 00 00 1.6, G; Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate phasing dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. Contractor shall complete each Phase within the allotted amount of contract completion days.

Part 2: As noted on the Bid Schedule - Contract Completion Days: 270 days from NTP.

Part 3: Anticipated award date is 9/30/2021 Q13. - Ref drawing A100 detail 2- Who provides and installs the 5H Lateral file in room DB1-229?

A13. – VA will supply and install the 5H lateral File as shown in Room DB1-229.

Q14. - Ref drawing A100 detail 1 & 2- Who is responsible to provide and install office furniture in room DB1-232? Who is responsible for tables and chairs in classroom A24?

A14. - Part 1: VA will supply and install the office furniture in Room DB1-232.

Part 2: VA will supply and install the office furniture in Room A24.

Q15. - Ref drawing A10G detail 2 keynote 5- What type of furniture needs to be adjusted and will it require cutting and or patching? Can photos be provided of the area?

A15. - Disregard Keynote 5. VA will move and /or relocate any furniture in Room A1035 as needed to accommodate the chase wall. Contractor may take photos during a prearranged site visit. Contact the Project CO/ COR.

Q16. - Ref spec 08 71 00- The hardware spec is an older spec still using the hardware codes F##, ROY###, LO###, J## - Would it be possible to get further details brands, model numbers ETC. to help match up with what is on site?

A16. The hardware codes are ANSI codes and are still standard in the industry. We cannot specify specific brand products and model numbers. Examples of commonly used hardware are: Latch sets: Sargent/Medeco, Wall Stops: Ives, Auto and other door Seals: Pemko, Kick plates: Rockwood and Closers: LCN.

Q17. - Ref spec 08 14 00- The wood veneered doors appear to require 2 finishes, one stained and one primed for field painting. For the primed, do you want a wood veneer like a paint grade birch or a smoother surface finish like a MDO/MDF?

A17. Primed wood doors to be paint grade birch.

Q18. - The SF1413 form states an Original and 3 Copies, which would be (4) Hard Copies, but the preparation instructions just state (3) hard copies and (1) Electronic.

A18. Follow the instructions on page 59 of the RFP one copy is to be emailed to the Contract Specialist (john.meyers2@va.gov) and three (3) copies provided (Mail/UPS/Fedex/Hand Delivered etc.) to the address listed in block 8 of the SF 1442.

Q19. Can the superintendent also be the SSHO?

A19. The Prime Contractors Superintendent can also be the designated SSHO.

Q20. Can the superintendent also be the QCM?

A20. No, Quality Control Manager must be separate from the SSHO.

Q21. Can the superintendent be both the SSHO and the QCM?

A21. No, See answers to Q19 & Q20.

Q22. Is project tax exempt?

A22. No.

Q23. Due to the existing COVID-19 restrictions, can this proposal be emailed to a designated person in lieu of hand deliver?

A23. Follow the instructions on page 59 of the RFP one copy is to be emailed to the Contract Specialist (john.meyers2@va.gov) and three (3) copies provided (Mail/UPS/Fedex/Hand Delivered etc.) to the address listed in block 8 of the SF 1442.

Q24. Economic Price Adjustment for Labor and Material Due to the fact that this solicitation requires us to “hold” our pricing for 180 calendar days for acceptance and given the recent uncertainty in materials and labor costs; would the government consider including the FAR Clause 52.216-4, Economic Price Adjustment for Labor and Material in this solicitation?

A24. No, this will be handled separately if the issue arises prior to award.

Q25. Can photos of existing areas be provided for review including the electron microscope.

A25. Contractor may take photos during a prearranged site visit. Contact the Project CO/ COR to schedule a site visit.

Q26. What is duration for VA-Hitachi to package electron microscope systems for relocation?

A26. Contractor to allow 5 days for the relocation of the Hitachi Electron Microscope.

Q27. What is the duration of recommissioning for the electron microscope systems.

A27. Contractor to allow 5 days for the relocation of the Hitachi Electron Microscope.

Q28. What is existing roof type for work required? Is existing roofing under any warranty?

A28. Roof of 2nd floor D-wing is a Firestone Ultraply TPO Roof System, installed in 2010 with a 15 Year Warranty.

Q29. A Wing Safety Office A26: Cubicles are furnished & installed by VA?

A29. Cubicle furniture to be installed under separate contract with the VA.

Q30. A Wing Conf Rm A1035 millwork for modification. Provide photographs for accurate pricing.

A30. Contractor may take photos during a prearranged site visit. Contact the Project CO/ COR to schedule a site visit.

Q31. A Wing Conf Rm A1035 millwork for modification. Are all walls to be repainted or just walls associated with work.

A31. Only new walls installed for the chase construction are to be patched, primed and painted. Patch, prime and paint adjacent walls to blend and fix/repair any damage that occurs during construction.

Q32. D- Wing room DG 249: Floor / floor height?

A32. 11’-6” from floor to underside of deck.

Q33. D- Wing room DG 249: Note 2: What is wall construction to be protected?

A33. Note refers to providing the penetration opening protection at the wall location penetration location. See Drawing A500, Detail 9 for wall penetration detail.

Q34. Specifications: 09 06 00 Section 10 26 00 Wall Guards and Corner Guards Provide specification of existing corner guard, high impact wall covering and resilient corner guards.

A34. Existing corridor handrail is IPC brand model 1200. Existing wall protection is IPC rigid vinyl sheet product. Existing wall guard bump rail is IPC brand Model 700.

Q35. Sheet HA100: Note 1: Provide / show photos of existing to be removed.

A35. Contractor may take photos during a prearranged site visit. Contact the Project CO COR to schedule a site visit.

Q36. Sheet HA100: Note 5: Calls for removal of possible fire damper. confirm rating of wall and is wall to be patched? No information can be located in documents for this repair work

A36. After removal of the duct work and fire damper as indicated. Infill penetration opening with Partition Type B. See Drawing A500, Detail 6.

Q37. Sheet HA100: Fume hood to be relocated. Provide mfgr specification and related information A37. Hood to be relocated is manufactured by Kewaunee Mfg Co., Model number unknown. Weight unknown. Approx dimensions: base cabinet 72”w x 24”d x 32”t. Upper hood cabinet: 72” w x 39” t x 37” d. Upper Cabinet, some disassembly required. The sheet metal side & front panels require removal prior to moving.

Q38. Sheet HA101: Has all material been tested for ACM and cleared.

A38. Drawing HA100, See Table of Summary of Estimated Quantities of ACM to be removed on this project. See Asbestos Specification 02 82 11, part 1.1.2 for the extend of the transite, pipe insulation & fittings to be removed. See Drawing HA101 for Asbestos Demolition Plan.

Q39. Sheet HA101: Note 1: Is this work occurring in existing elevator shaft? or vertical shaft?

A39. No, work is not occurring in the elevator shaft. Work does occur in the vertical duct chase. See note on Drawing HA100, Detail 1 – “Duct to 8th Floor Room D8201 to be removed”. Contractor to remove/abate the 16” round duct from Ground Floor up to 8th Floor fan room D8201 in its entirety.

Q40. Sheet HA101: Note 4: Is floor to be patched where ductwork is removed to 9th floor level? If closure is required provide specification and construction required for closure of floor.

A40. The floor in Room D8201 does not have to patched.

Q41. Sheet HA101: Note 4: Is wall louver to be removed at 9th floor level or can louver remain and opening be sealed on building interior.

If louver is to be removed, what is exterior wall construction and what is to be used in closing of wall construction on 9th floor.

A41. Existing exterior wall louver to remain in place as is. Cap existing remaining exterior duct / louver from inside. Cap with 16-gauge sheet metal and seal all seams

Q42. Sheet HA101: Note 6: Note not found. Can this be inserted at note 4 at louver?

A42. See attached revised Detail 2.

Q43. Sheet HA101: Note 7: Provide wall construction at all locations of closure required. Provide wall ratings for all locations.

A43. Infill corridor penetration openings, indicated by Note 7 with Partition Type A. See Drawing A500, Detail 7.

Q44. Sheet HA101: Note 8: Provide ceiling tile specification for patched areas.

A44. Contractor to replace any ceiling tile damaged during the duct removal. Ceiling tile to match existing. BOD: Armstrong Ultima #1911 beveled tegular revel edge 15/16”.

Q45. Sheet AD100, Gen Demo Notes. Note A: Provide specific dimensions and material weights for microscope and other materials to be moved.

A45. Hitachi Electron Microscope M/N: H7650. Width is 39 inches, length is 75 inches, height for moving is 78.75 inches. Weight of main unit is 2050 lbs.

Q46. Sheet AD100, Gen Demo Notes What is distance from A wing ground floor room A26A to D wing B1-229?

A46. Approx. distance is 380’ to 400’.

Q47. Sheet AD100, Gen Demo Notes Will materials fit through existing opening on path from room A26A to D wing B1-229?

A47. Yes, door widths are 3’-0” min.

Q48. Sheet AD100, Gen Demo Notes If temp openings are required provide locations, wall construction types and repair information.

A48. It is not clear what temp opening you are referring too. Each construction area requires temporary construction barriers as described on AD 100. The contractor can use their discretion to locate the rated access doors in these barriers after review and approval of the VA/COR. We do not anticipate the need for any additional temporary openings – if after a site inspection you think they are required review this finding with the VA/ COR.

Q49. Sheet AD100, Gen Demo Notes Are existing elevators able to accommodate weights of materials to be relocated and will materials fit through elevator doors?

A49. Elevators are rated at 4000 Lbs. The existing elevators are currently in use moving materials for similar interior renovation projects.

Q50. Sheet AD100, Gen Demo Notes Will relocation occur during normal business hours?

A50. The moving of equipment and other will take place during normal business hours. See Specification Section 01 00 00, Part 1.6, G, Construction Sequence.

Q51. Sheet AD100, Demolition Notes 1A: What is floor to floor height?

A51. Floor to ceiling deck is 11’6”.

Q52. Sheet AD100, Demolition Notes 3D: Has material been tested for ACM materials?

A52. Drawing HA100, See Table of Summary of Estimated Quantities of ACM to be removed on this project. See Asbestos Specification 02 82 11, part 1.1.2 for the extend of the transite, pipe insulation & fittings to be removed. See Drawing HA101 for Asbestos Demolition Plan.

Q53. Sheet AD100, Demolition Notes 3E: Has existing gypsum bd ceiling be tested for ACM?

A53. Drawing HA100, See Table of Summary of Estimated Quantities of ACM to be removed on this project. See Asbestos Specification 02 82 11, part 1.1.2 for the extend of the transite, pipe insulation & fittings to be removed. See Drawing HA101 for Asbestos Demolition Plan.

Q54. Sheet AD100, Demolition Notes: 4C: This note occurs adjacent to materials called to be removed and discarded. Provide photos to reflect which materials are to be relocated

A54. Contractor may take photos during a prearranged site visit. Contact the Project CO/ COR to schedule a site visit.

Q55. Sheet AD100, Demolition Notes: 5B: Liner at units not found in Asbestos specification 02 82 11 / 1.1.2 Extent of work. Provide specific information and approx. quantity of materials to be removed.

A55. Drawing HA100, Key Notes 1 & 2 and Asbestos Specification 02 82 11, part 1.1.2 first three items listed describe the transite, pipe insulation & fittings to be removed. See Table of summary of quantities of ACM to be removed on this project.

Q56. Sheet AD100, Demolition Notes: 9A: Provide clarification of floor construction to be modified for accurate pricing. Is work to occur in access pit or slab on grade? If SOG provide assumed floor thickness to be removed

A56. We believe a utilities tunnel runs parallel to column line C- this tunnel is 7’-0” wide. The trenching for the recessed power and data work is south of this tunnel. We assume the slab south of the tunnel in a 6” slab on grade with a 1 ¾” concrete topping.

The means and methods for the installation will need to be reviewed by the COR and the Engineers of Record.

Q57. A Wing Demolition Plan - Provide details of existing handrailing to be removed and salvaged.

A57. Existing corridor handrail is IPC brand model 1200. Existing wall protection is IPC rigid vinyl sheet product. Existing wall guard bump rail is IPC brand Model 700.

Q58. Sheet A100 A. Casework: What is existing casework basis of design for matching of existing.

A58. The new cabinets will not match the relocated. Basis of Design for new cabinets is Mott Manufacturing, see Section 12 31 00 Part 2 – Products for more information.

Q59. A Wing New - What is slab thickness at new floor trenches?

A59. See response to Q56 above.

Q60. A Wing New - What is concrete detail for infill.

A60. Trench infill to be lightweight concrete, 3000 psi, to meet ASTM C33/C33M aggregate. Submit concrete mix design to COR for approval. Fill bottom of trench with 1”-2” of sand. Final 4”-5” with concrete fill. Finish concrete smooth & prep for carpet layover. Floor shall be prepped and level. See Spec Section 09 65 16 for leveling requirements.

Q61. D Wing New, Equipment Closet DB1-229A. Does wall A need to be rated? What is rating to be?

A61. Closet/corridor wall which is part of a smoke barrier be constructed as a 1-hour wall - smoke tight. The other walls do not need to be 1 hour rated.

Q62. Question #: 32, Sheet: MH102, Spec: N/A, Topic: Wall Penetration Details Question: Please provide wall penetration details for duct penetration detailed on MH102 New Plan Note.

A62. See Drawing A500, Detail 9.

Q63. Provide base specification for patch and repair.

A63. See Specifications Section 01 00 00 para 1.9 and 09 29 00 para 3.5 for patch & repair requirements. Suggest identifying the product and color of the damaged product. Remove adjacent undamaged base to the nearest inside corner and replace the entire section in kind.

Q64. Provide new wall dimensions for new closet construction. Rm. DB1-232. Provide new wall construction dimensions.

A64. Approximate dimensions: 8’-6” south of the existing column x 3’-3” return leg to the East.

Q65. Sheet A10G: Provide specification of existing flash cove base

A65. See Answers A7, A8 & A9.

Q66. Sheet A10G. Note 1: Is flash cove to act as seal of wall for rating? Provide clarification.

A66. Flash cove is not a seal for rated construction. It is for cleanliness and ease of housekeeping when the floor is mopped or polished. There is not flash cove on the is project.

See Answers A7, A8 & A9.

Q67. Has the VA tested the ductwork and mechanical systems scheduled for demolition or relocation for bio-hazards. If the ductwork or equipment are contaminated, remediation will be required by a subcontractor.

A67. Drawing HA100, See Table of Summary of Estimated Quantities of ACM to be removed on this project. See Asbestos Specification 02 82 11, part 1.1.2 for the extend of the transite, pipe insulation & fittings to be removed. See Drawing HA101 for Asbestos Demolition Plan.

Q68. Specification Section 23 31 00: Clarify ductwork pressure classes.

A68. Exhaust Air Duct: 3.5 WC inch vacuum, Supply and Return 3 inch WC pressure.

Q69. Clarify who is responsible for motor controllers for HVAC equipment.

A69. The General Contractor and HVAC Contractor to coordinate the responsibilities.

Q70. Is a third-party scheduling consultant required on this project?

A70. The contractor can arrange and produce their own schedule.

Q71. Is the commissioning agent and all associated costs being supplied by the VA?

A71. There is not 3rd party commissioning agent requirement on this project. Contractor to arrange all commissioning activities per plans and specifications for a fully functioning system.

Q72. Please clarify the scope of work associated with duct testing as there is minimal supply air ductwork. Please be specific what the VA needs tested.

A72. Testing is limited to ensuring supply and exhaust air are functioning per the specifications and the drawings. It includes pressure testing for leakages and integrity flow and TAB for indicated flows with field adjusted damper positions.

Q73. Does the sustainable project apply? LEED?

A73. No specific LEED certification is required for this project.

Q74. Can all work be done during normal daytime work shifts?

A74. See Specification Section 010000 Para 1.6, G. Phasing requirements: specific work is detailed to be completed during off-tours/afterhours. In addition, any work (mechanical, Hvac, Electrical or Plumbing tie-ins or connections) that might cause interruptions or disruptions to hospital services might be required to be performed during off-tour hours. See Specification Section 010000 Para 1.6, J, 3.

Q75. Is an offer guarantee (Bid Bond) required?

A75. Yes, an offer guarantee is required for the SEED project, see block 13. b. of the SF 1442. In addition Payment and Performance bonds will also be required for the SEED project.

Q76. What percent of SDVOSB labor is required?

A76. See VAAR 852.219-10(d)(3).

Q77. Question #: 31, Sheet: A100, Spec: 09 91, Topic: Paint in D-Wing Corridor Basement Question: Is the paint on the new partition that faces into the corridor in the D-wing basement PT-1 or PT-2?

A77. Paint in corridor to be PT-1, BOD to match existing wall paint: Sherwin Williams, Panda White, SW6371.

Q78. AISC Steel Certification required?

A78. Welding to be provided by AWS certified welders.

Q79. Fire penetration inspector hired by contractor ?

A79. General Contractor is responsible for sealing of fire penetrations to the satisfaction of the VA/COR.

Q80. Do the MEPF contractors need to include an allowance for hours for training? If so how many hours should be included?

A80. See Project Specifications for the required hours of training.

Q81. How many copies of the O&M do you require?

A81. See Specification Section 01 00 00, three (3) set of hard copies and one electronic set on CD.

Q82. Question #: 30, Sheet: NA, Spec: NA, Topic: Blocking for casework Question: Please provide detail for casework blocking if required.

A82. Contractor to provide treated wood or sheet metal blocking at new base cabinets, upper cabinets and glass drying rack shown in Details 1 & 10 on Drawing A200.

Remove existing drywall to install blocking, install new drywall, patch, finish and paint per plans.

Q83. Specs say all OSHA cards and AHAs need to be submitted with APP. This is not feasible. Is it acceptable to submit OSHA cards and AHAs during the project, but prior to related work starting?

A83. See Specification 01 35 26, Para 1.4. f for OSHA card submission requirements. OSHA cards do not have to submitted with each AHA. APP & AHA should identify the Competent Persons for the submitted task. All requirements should be submitted prior to starting the task.

Q84. IC walls to deck? How do we know there is room to build walls to deck?

A84. We are not clear on the meaning of “IC Walls”. Partitions called out to extend to deck above are either required to do so because of the need for a fire rating, or to contain sound. Notify the COR to review existing conditions at all areas where there are impediments to the construction of partitions required to be “up to the deck above”. See Specification Section 01 35 26 para 1.12. and Drawing AD 100 Construction Barrier Notes.

Q85. Is full time SSHO required?

A85. Project requires a full-time site Superintendent/SSHO? The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of work. The Government shall not be held liable for any action on the part of the Contractor, his employees or Sub-contractor, which result in illness, injury or death. The contractor shall also comply with VAAR 852.223-71 SAFETY AND HEALTH.

Q86. Can paint be sprayed on? Spec says spray with approval of COR

A86. Provided proper procedure are used to ensure OSHA mandated hygiene and protection of adjoining areas. All paint application shall follow Specification 09 91 00, Para 3.6.

Q87. Detail #2 on Sheet A500 calls for the Jambs of the HM frames to be grouted, But detail #1 does NOT call for the heads of the frames to be grouted. Please confirm this is correct.

A87. The head of the door frames do not require to be grouted, only the vertical frames.

Q88. Question #: 29, Sheet: NA, Spec: 08 14, Topic: Wood Door Veneer Question: For the face veneer on the wood flush doors, would wood veneer like paint grade birch or a smoother surface finish like MDO/MDF be preferred?

A88. Primed wood doors to be paint grade birch.

Q89. Does the SSHO need to be a separate individual from the prime contractor’s superintendent?

A89. Project requires a full-time site Superintendent/SSHO. See answers to Q19 & Q20.

Q90. Can we use flexible conduit in casework?

A90. Greenfield flexible conduit may be used for short conduit runs within the cabinet/casework. MC cable is not permitted.

Q91. Cellular glass fiber insulation?

A91. The statement/question is not clear. See Project Specification Sections for insulation requirements.

Q92. HA100, Demolition Plan note call for Fume Hoods to be removed / Salvaged. Have the hoods been de-contaminated, and certified as clean for removal / relocation?

A92. VA will decontaminate the hoods prior to relocation.

Q93. Do the fume hoods have transite panels located inside the cabinet? Can information on the hoods be provide for review? (Make, Model, Dimensions, weight, etc)

A93. Unknown if the fume hood contains transite. Hood to be relocated is manufactured by Kewaunee Mfg Co., Model number unknown. Weight unknown. Approx dimensions: base cabinet 72”w x 24”d x 32”t. Upper hood cabinet: 72” w x 39” t x 37” d. Upper Cabinet, some disassembly required. The sheet metal side & front panels require removal prior to moving.

Q94. HA 101, Keynote 4. Shows demolition of ductwork up to an existing louver. Please advise if louver is to be cleaned, decontaminated, and certified clean by the abatement contractor.

A94. Exterior wall louver to remain in place as is.

Q95. HA 101 Keynote #4, Existing louver appears to remain. Should the louver be capped from inside and sealed?

A95. Cap existing remaining exterior duct / louver from inside. Cap with 16 gauge sheet metal and seal all seams.

Q96. AD100 – Key note 8D calls for equipment to be “Prepared for relocation by Hitachi...” Is this cost to covered by the VA? If NOT, please provide Hitachi Representative contact Information for Pricing by the general contractor.

A96. See Q97-A97.

Q97. AD100 – Keynote 8E calls for equipment to be relocated, coordinate with Hitachi. Its this equipment being moved by Hitachi, and is the VA covering this cost? If not please provide Hitachi Representative contact information for pricing. If equipment is to be moved by the General Contractor, what coordination is expected with Hitachi? Please advise.

A97. Intent of Notes 8D & 8E: Contractor provide to move the electron microscope, pump and chiller. Move from A26A to new room DB1-228.

Anticipated Move Sequence:

GC/EC to disconnect mainline power connection. Drawing ED100 Note 5.

VA & Hitachi will disconnect the peripheral electronics (computer controls & devices) GC/contractor provide rigger, labor, movers with pallet jack to move microscope, base, associate pump and chiller cabinets, (cabinets are smaller and on wheels.)

Hitachi Rep will reassemble and commission.

GC/EC to provide new electrical connection. Drawing EP101.

Allow one day to dissemble, one to move and one day to reassemble/commission.

Move to be scheduled between Phase 1 & Phase 2.

Q98. AD200, detail 2, calls for a relocated Flammable Waste Cabinet. Is this cabinet to get refinished to match the new Metal casework? If so please advise what is expected for refinishing.

A98. Existing Flammable Waste Cabinet is not to be refinished. Cabinet will be reused as is.

Q99. AQ100 -In the equipment schedule GR1 is listed as a glass drying rack and is to be relocated. Please advise what type of drying rack this is and if it contains ACM. As relocation may not be able to be done by General Contractor if this contains ACM.

A99. Glass drying rack to be relocated from A26 to DB1-231 and remounted by contractor. Rack is a stainless-steel rack and contains no ACM.

Q100. AQ100 – In the equipment Schedule the MICR1 it is indicated that this item is relocated and Installed by the Owner, but also Contractor installed. Please clarify who is to relocate and install this item.

A100. MICR1 refers to the smaller tabletop microscopes. VA will relocate and reinstall these microscopes.

Q101. AQ100 - In the equipment Schedule the TEM1 it is indicated that this item is relocated by the responsible party to Install is not indicated in the schedule – Please advise.

A101. See Q97-A97.

Q102. MH101 shows the fume hood being used for the general exhaust of the lab. Please advise if the sequence of operation is to have the Fume hood to run continuously, such that the space will remain negative at all times? It appears the design has 1052 CFM being supplied to the lab and 1100 CFM being exhausted thru the fume hood and 713 CFM being drawn thru the existing EA duct serving the room. Does this provide enough air changes per hour to meet the criteria of a laboratory?

A102. Hood exhaust flow is governed by operational conditions including stage of processing and sash height. During all operating conditions, the hood flow is to ensure a negative pressure around the hood

Q103. MH101 – It appears as the design is that 713 CFM is being drawn from the existing Exhaust Air duct serving room DB1-231. Can the general exhaust be drawn from a lab as designed? Please advise.

A103. Yes, hood exhaust is a dedicated exhaust with its own fan and ductwork. The general exhaust is drawn from general area only.

Q104. MH101 – There is an exhaust grill located in room DB1-229A that is connected to the existing EA duct. Please confirm that 80 CFM is to be drawn from this and is there a need for a damper to control / balance the CFM for this room?

A104. Mechanical dampers are to be provided at each location air flow is indicated. Dampers need to be set by TAB/general contractor to ensure stable operating conditions during the various stages of processing.

Q105. Note G4 on sheet A100 calls for solid Surface panels to be installed over Cement backer board. Who is to supply and install the solid surface panels? The Room Finish Schedule calls for all walls to be painted. No information on the drawings or in the specifications. There is no specification for Solid Surface panels and the only place anything can be found regarding “Solid Surface Materials” is in specification section 09 60 00-3 (page 396), under section “06 20 00, Joint Sealants” Please advise as to what is required.

A105. Eliminate the solid surface panel and backer board requirement as shown on Drawing A200, Detail 10. Install backer board and solid surface material as shown on Drawing A200 Detail 1.

Contractor to demo/remove the existing drywall to allow for the installation of cement backer board. Solid surface material to be proud/flush with the existing gypsum wall board. Solid surface material to overlap the drywall/backer board seam.

Solid Surface BOD: Inpro Bioprism ¼” thick.

Q106. Note G4 / A100 call for cement backer board to be installed at certain locations. The demolition plans do not call for existing drywall to be removed to allow for cement backer board to be installed. Is the cement backer board to be installed over the existing wall surface / finish? If so is there a detail for the finishing of the edge of the cement board / Solid Surface wall panels?

A106. Eliminate the solid surface panel and backer board requirement as shown on Drawing A200, Detail 10. Install backer board and solid surface material as shown on Drawing A200 Detail 1.

Contractor to demo/remove the existing drywall to allow for the installation of cement backer board. Solid surface material to be proud/flush with the existing gypsum wall board. Solid surface material to overlap the drywall/backer board seam.

Solid Surface BOD: Inpro Bioprism ¼” thick.

Q107. Section 23 31 00, paragraph 3.1, k: Duct cleaning requires clarification as to the extent of the cleaning required. How much of the existing ductwork do we clean? Point of connection of new to existing or is further cleaning required. Please clarify.

A107. Exhaust duct and new fan: Point of suction thru the point of discharge to the ambient. Existing exhaust to existing duct connection. Clean existing duct within 2’ of new points of connections.

Q108. HVAC drawings currently show drains connecting to plumbing sanitary waste piping. Unless this project has a variance, the Wisconsin plumbing code indicated these drain lines need to go to the clear water system. Please clarify.

A108. Plumbing drain discharges are based on existing practices at a Federal Government hospital that also predates the latest State codes. Facility does not have a two-drain system.

Q109. Please confirm that the Electrical contractor is providing and mounting the variable speed drives.

A109. General, Electrical and Mechanical Contractors to coordinate providing and mounting of the variable speed drive.

Q110. Please advise what the Plumbing and medical gas requirements are for the relocated fume hood as there appears to be nothing shown on the drawings.

A110. Relocated fume hood does not require plumbing or medical gas.

Q111. Please confirm personnel requirements for this project. Can (1) superintendent function as the QC person and the SSHO concurrently, or do we need separate people?

A111. Project requires a full-time site Superintendent/SSHO. See answers to Q19 & Q20.

Q112. Please confirm if the EdgeGuard system is approved for use at this facility for infectious control and containment of the construction area.

A112. See Drawings AD100 and G001 for infection control and construction barrier requirements.

Q113. Please confirm if the schedule is to be produced by a third party to the prime contractor or if it can be created/maintained in-house. Please confirm the acceptable programs for schedule generation.

A113. The contractor can arrange and produce their own schedule.

Q114. What size is the existing HW piping shown on MP 100 that needs connections?

A114. The existing HW/HWR piping is ¾”.

Q115. Is the VA going to assist in isolation of the various chilled and HW piping that needs to have new connections?

A115. VA staff will shut off valves to provide for systems isolation.

Q116. The plan page MD100 says to remove and turn over the hood to the VA on note 2; however nowhere on the new work pages does it say who is to re install the hood with controls. Is the VA staff doing that ?

A116. Fume hood in Room A23 will be decontaminated by the VA. Contractor to disconnect duct work per Drawing HA100. VA will relocate this hood and dispose of this hood. No controls work is associated with the A23 Fume Hood. Fume hood in Room A25 will be decontaminated by the VA. Contractor to disconnect duct work per Drawing HA100. Contractor to relocate hood to DB1-231 and reconnect per plans. Intend of Note 8G on AD100 is for the contractor to move & relocate hood and base to DB1-231. Also see Item FH1 on Equipment Schedule on Drawing AQ100.

Q117. Question #: 01 Sheet: N/A, Spec: General Conditions, Topic: Management Question: For the SEED Task order, please confirm personnel requirements for this project. Can (1) superintendent fulfill SSHO requirements? Or does (1) superintendent and (1) SSHO need to be on site full-time?

A117. Project requires a full-time site Superintendent/SSHO. See answers to Q19 & Q20.

Q118. Question #: 02, Sheet: N/A, Spec: General Conditions, Topic: Work Hours Question: For the SEED task order, please confirm work hours for this project. Are there any specific tasks or trade divisions that must be on overtime (01 Infection Control, 02 Demolition, 02 Abatement)? Are there any areas of work that must be on overtime (Hallways, Occupied Areas, Etc.)?

A118. See Specification Section 010000 Para 1.6, G. Phasing requirements: specific work is detailed to be completed during off-tours/afterhours. In addition, any work (mechanical, Hvac, Electrical or Plumbing tie-ins or connections) that might cause interruptions or disruptions to hospital services might be required to be performed during off-tour hours. See Specification Section 010000 Para 1.6, J, 3.

Q119. Question #: 03, Sheet: N/A, Spec: Task Order, Topic: Task Order - Award Question: Please confirm if the SEED project included in the solicitation will be the first awarded project on this MATOC.

A119. That is correct

Q120. Question #: 04, Sheet: N/A, Spec: General Conditions, Topic: Material Staging Question: For the SEED task order, please confirm if contract has material staging location at facility. If so, where is it? Is prime contractor responsible for any costs associated with staging?

A120. Material staging is confined to the rooms/areas under construction.

Q121. Question #: 05, Sheet: N/A, Spec: N/A, Topic: Submittal Exchange Question: For this SEED task order, does prime contractor need to provide and pay for costs associated with submittal exchange?

A121. Contractor is responsible for the cost of the electronic FTP file sharing system. See specification 01 33 23, 1.6.

Q122. Question #: 06, Sheet: A100, Spec: N/A, Topic: Existing Furniture Question: Please confirm all existing furniture and any new furniture that is furnished by VA will be VA installed.

A122. Furniture shown in Detail 1 – Drawing A100 will be supplied and installed by the VA. The casework and furniture shown in Detail 2 - Drawing A100 are as indicated in said Detail 2 and on Drawing A200 – Details 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 & 10. See Demolition Notes on Drawing AD100 for furniture relocation responsibilities.

Q123. Question #: 07, Sheet: A10g, Spec: N/A, Topic: Existing Furniture Question: Please clarify intent of Keynote 5 – ‘Adjust furniture as required for new wall construction’. What should prime contractor assume is existing for bid purposes? Does prime contractor need to remove, disassemble, and re-install?

A123. Disregard Keynote 5. VA will move and /or relocate any furniture as needed in Room A1035 to accommodate the chase wall.

Q124. Question #: 08, Sheet: EP100, Spec: N/A, Topic: Slab Thickness Question: Plan page EP100 Keynote 6 shows trench raceway plan notes. Please confirm thickness of existing slab for sawcut / coring purposes. Also, please provide concrete specification.

A124. See Q56-A56.

Q125. Question #: 09, Sheet: EP102, Spec: N/A, Topic: Roofing Spec Question: Please provide roofing specification for the roofing work shown on EP102. Furthermore, please provide a roofing detail for pipe run understanding.

A125. Roof of 2nd floor D-wing is a Firestone Ultraply TPO Roof System, install in 2010 with a 15 Year Warranty. Contractor to use means & methods for exterior pip/conduit installations.

Q126. Question #: 10, Sheet: Page 67 of 111, Spec: Solicitation, Topic: Part B – Technical Safety Plan.

Question: Please confirm if safety plan listed under Technical Factor 3 – is included in the 25-page limit requirements listed under this volume of the solicitation.

A126. Offerors shall submit a safety plan which addresses the items listed in the basis for award and evaluation factors section of the solicitation. Upon award of a task order, the awardee will be required to submit a site-specific safety plan in accordance with VA Specification 01 35 26. The 25-page limit is to be applied for the entire Volume 1 Part 1 Technical Index which is to include the following tabs: 1 – Company Experience, 2 – Project Management, 3 – Safety Plan, 4, Pre-Award Contractor Safety and EMR form, 5 – Contractor General Information, 6 – Financial Disclosure Information, and 7 – Contractor Surety Limitations. NOTE: Under tab #4, the filled out 1-page (solicitation attachment

1) form is to be included in the 25-page limit, however, the supporting documentation (OSHA 300 & 300A and Insurance Carrier’s EMR letter) may be included as an attachment at the end of part 1 and WILL NOT count towards the 25-page limit.

Q127. Question #: 11, Sheet: Page 67 of 111, Spec: Solicitation, Topic: Price Schedule Question: Please confirm if there is a CLIN Schedule by trade that will be provided during bid, as prime contractors will be evaluated by division as detailed in solicitation Page 67 of 111.

A127. No there will be no CLIN schedule provided.

Q128. Question #: 12, Sheet: Page 65 of 111, Spec: Solicitation, Topic: Award Criteria Question: How is the technical evaluation proposal rating the Volume 1 Technical and Volume 1 Past Performance sections? There is no rating breakdown chart shown for evaluation.

A128. See attached evaluation definitions and ratings for technical and past performance.

Q129. Question #: 13, Sheet: Page 65 of 111, Spec: Solicitation, Topic: Past Performance Projects Question: What is the minimum requirement and maximum requirement of PPQ’s to be submitted for the past performance section? Is there a maximum? Also, are previous PPQ’s filled out for other projects allowed to be submitted in lieu of the format given under attachment 5?

A129. There is no minimum or maximum; please utilize the PPQ that is provided in the RFP.

Q130. Question #: 14, Sheet: N/A, Spec: 07 60, Topic: Roof Warranty Question: Who holds the current roof warranty at this location?

A130. Roof of 2nd floor D-wing is a Firestone Ultraply TPO Roof System, install in 2010 with a 15 Year Warranty.

Q131. Question #: 15, Sheet: AQ100, Spec: N/A, Topic: Electron Microscope Installation Question: Is the transmission electron microscope to be installed by CTR or VA? Equipment schedule does not indicate who is to install.

A131. See Q97-A97.

Q132. Question #: 16, Sheet: A200, Spec: N/A, Topic: Countertop locations Question: Are new countertops to be installed on casework at West and South walls of Room DB1-231? Elevations do not clearly indicate whether new countertops are required on top of base cabinetry.

A132. Yes, Elevations Details 7 & 10 to have new countertops installed on casework. All base cabinets to require new counter tops.

Q133. Question #: 17, Sheet: A200, Spec: N/A, Topic: Relocated Items Question: Are tables and flammable waste container in DB1-231 to be relocated by the VA or CTR?

A133. Flammable Waste Cabinet and tables to be relocated by teg VA. See Drawing AD100 Detail 1.

Q134. Question #: 18, Sheet: A500, Spec: N/A, Topic: Missing Drawing Page Question: Page A500 states to reference a detail on page A501, however page A501 is not present in the drawing set. Is this a typo in the page to be referenced, or is page A501 missing from the drawing set?

A134. There is not a Drawing A501.

Q135. Question #: 19, Sheet: A500, Spec: N/A, Topic: Missing Glazing Specification Question: Drawing page A500 states to reference specifications for glazing, however the glazing specification section is not present in the spec book. Please provide a specification section for glazing.

A135. Drawing A500 - Door & Frames Notes: Remove “Glass and Glazing: See Specifications” from the note table.

Q136. Question #: 20, Sheet: N/A, Spec: N/A, Topic: Relocated Furniture Question: Is relocation of existing furniture the responsibility of the VA or the prime contractor?

A136. Furniture shown in Detail 1 – Drawing A100 will be supplied and installed by the VA. The casework and furniture shown in Detail 2 - Drawing A100 are as indicated in said Detail 2 and on Drawing A200 – Details 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9& 10. See Demolition Notes on Drawing AD100 for furniture relocation responsibilities.

Q137. Question #: 21, Sheet: PD100, Spec: N/A, Topic: Sink to be removed Question: KN 3 on plan page PD100 is placed in Room A36B, indicating that a sink is to be removed in this room. According to other plan pages, it does not appear that a sink exists in Room A36B. Please confirm that there is no existing sink in this room and that KN 3 is placed here by mistake.

A137. There is no sink in this room – there is demo of piping to be done from the existing Hitachi compressor as indicated in the drawing.

Q138. Question #: 22, Sheet: N/A, Spec: 10 26 00, Topic: Wall & Door Protection Question: Please confirm that all Wall & Door Protection under specification 10 26 00 is existing to be reinstalled. Will CTR be required to furnish any new items included under specification 10 26 00 assuming that none are damaged during demolition? If new wall protection, handrails, corner guards, etc. are to be provided, please provide BOD to match existing.

A138. BOD/Existing corridor handrail is IPC Brand Model 1200. Existing wall protection is IPC Rigid Vinyl Sheet product.