S05 - Pre-Bid RFI Responses - 537-24-106 - VA response 08-05-2025.pdf
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This document is a Pre-Bid Request for Information (RFI) Responses file for a VA project to create a Contractor Lay-Down Zone at the James Blackburn VA Medical Center. The RFI addresses multiple technical and logistical questions submitted by the potential contractor, Youssef Kirollos from JBVAMC, regarding project implementation details such as electrical panel placement, electrical meter locations, container support requirements, and site preparation specifications.
Key responses include confirming that the Superintendent can fulfill Quality Control Manager and Site Safety & Health Officer roles, clarifying that the VA will not provide laydown/storage areas, specifying that photographic documentation can be performed by the general contractor, and providing detailed guidance on container support using reinforced concrete piers with a minimum 4,000 psi compressive strength. The document indicates the project involves installing storage containers, electrical panels, and establishing a contractor work zone, with responses dated August 5, 2025, and included in Amendment #3 and #4 of the solicitation.
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No. Date Submitted SUBJECT/COMMENT Responder AE Response VA Response
Included in Amendment
1 7/29/2025 Can the Superintendent fulfill the Quality Control Manager (QCM) role?
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
Yes, the SI can Fulfill the QCM role
2 7/29/2025 Can the Superintendent fulfill the Site Safety & Health (SSHO) role?
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
Yes, the SI can Fulfill the SSHO role.
3 7/29/2025 Will the VA provide laydown/storage areas? If so, where will they be located?
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
No
4 7/29/2025 Will the VA provide an area for a dumpster? If so, where will that be located?
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
Dumpsters may be able to be placed on short-term basis at one of the docks 3
5 7/29/2025
Are there any requirements regarding photographic documentation? Please confirm if this will be required as part of this project? If required, must this be a 3rd party service? Or can it be performed inhouse by general contractor?
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
Photographic documentation can be performed by the GC.
6 7/29/2025
Will the VA be providing an electronic submittal program, or is it expected that the general contractor provides this? Are there programs or software that are acceptable?
Youssef Kirollos - JBVAMC N/A The GC shall Use and keep up to date the VA Project Tracker Spreadsheet. 3
JB VAMC Construction of Contractor Lay-Down Zone 537-24-106
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Included in Amendment
7 8/4/2025
During the bid walk it was observed that the proposed closet 14E6 for these panels does not have space and will not fit the new (3) 200A, 110V , 12 Space Breaker Panels. Additionally want to confirm there will only be needing (3) Panels for the 4 trailers. Potential options are laid out on the drawing attached… Option #1: South corridor C1404 which is just outside closet 14E6.
Option #2: Exterior mounted at ramp next to the storage containers Option #3: In the Mechanical room 1488A
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
There is only a need for 3 panels; each container only requires 3 breakers. The 3 panels should be sufficient for the 4 containers, exterior lighting, and future expansions of more containers.
Location-wise: Use 1488A instead of Closet 14E6
8 8/4/2025 Where are the Emon meters to be located? At the pa Youssef Kirollos - JBVAMC N/A The Emon meters will be located near the trailers 4
9 8/4/2025
In regards to the Detailed Project SOW, #6 (page 11 of the solicitation):
1.Please define what exactly “Heavy Duty Gravel” is referring to
Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
Usually includes larger, angular crushed stones (often 1 inch to 3 inches or more).
Composed of durable, hard materials like crushed granite, limestone, or basalt.
Well-graded with a mix of sizes to ensure stability and compaction.
Refer to VA Specifications Section 31 20 00 (Earthwork).
10 8/4/2025 In regards to the Detailed Project SOW, #7 (page 11 of Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A 4
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Included in Amendment
11 1. Please state what each container shall rest on foot Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A
The storage containers shall be supported on reinforced concrete piers designed to accommodate the load and dimensions of the containers. Each pier shall be constructed using poured-in-place concrete with a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi, reinforced with steel rebar. Piers shall be positioned accurately and securely anchored to the ground, ensuring level and stable support for the containers.
The piers shall be designed to prevent settlement and provide adequate stability under operational loads, in accordance with applicable structural standards and VA requirements.
12 2. What type of footing is required (stone/concrete) Youssef Kirollos -
JBVAMC N/A Concrete 4
13 3. Is the footing continuous or will piers be acceptabl Youssef Kirollos - JBVAMC N/A Piers are preferred 4
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