Attachment 1 - Pre-Bid RFI 550-24-109 CON Responses.pdf
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This file contains pre-bid Requests for Information (RFIs) and responses for a federal construction contract (550-24-109 Pond Area Improvement CON, Solicitation 36C25226B0019) submitted by Panacea Construction Group to the VA.
The RFIs address clarifications across multiple project areas. Regarding bridge painting work, the responses clarify that specification 09 91 00 - Painting governs all coating requirements including primer, finish coats, surface preparation standards, sheen, and color specifications. The design intent requires new paint for the entire bridge, though spot preparation of failing paint and exposed metal is acceptable. Paint performance requirements are specified without mandating a particular manufacturer; the contractor-proposed PPG/Pittsburgh Paints product is acceptable provided the design intent of full bridge repainting is met and colors match existing. Other critical clarifications include: the Superintendent and Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) do not require direct employment by the Prime Contractor but must be on-site during all work; these roles may be filled by one dual-qualified individual; an Alternate Safety Officer is required when the SSHO is absent. The responses confirm that draining the pond during construction is unacceptable, clarify that Panel LP is located in Building 93 Pump House near the front entrance gate, indicate an estimated 14-day project start following Notice to Proceed, confirm no known asbestos or lead in the work areas, require compliance with infection control specification Section 01 01 10 for risk assessment, and confirm a tax exemption certificate will be provided to the awarded contractor. All RFIs were submitted on 4/20/2026 or 4/21/2026 and addressed through Amendment 001.
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| File | Type | Posted |
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| 36C25226B0019 0005.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C25226B0019 0004.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 1 FAR 52.225-1 Amend 0004.pdf | ||
| 36C25226B0019 0003.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C25226B0019 0002.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 2 - VA DAN Master Site-Map View.pdf | ||
| 36C25226B0019 0001.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 4 - Site Visit SIGN IN SHEET 550-24-109 FE.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - 09 91 00 - Painting.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - 550-24-109 Pond Improvement Drawings.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - 550-24-109 SOW Synopsis FINAL.pdf | ||
| Attachment 4 - 550-24-109CON Wage Determination.pdf | ||
| 36C25226B0019_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 2 - 550-24-109 Pond Area Specs.pdf |
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No. Date Submitted
Requested By: (Name of Firm) SUBJECT/COMMENT Amendment #
1 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group
CD101 – Demolition Plan / Demolition Notes Project manual review indicates no dedicated Division 09 bridge painting/coating section identified
Please clarify the required coating system for the existing bridge paint scope. Bridge painting work appears to be indicated by the drawings; however, no dedicated bridge painting/coating specification was identified in the project manual that clearly defines the required manufacturer, primer, finish coat type, number of coats, surface preparation standard, sheen, or color requirements for this scope.
Amend 001 Refer to added specification 09 91 00 - Painting
2 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group Approved manufacturer and product line Amend 001 Paint performance requirements are stated in added specification 09 91 00 – Painting.
There is not a requirement for a specific manufacturer.
3 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction
Group Required primer and finish coat system Amend 001 Refer to added specification 09 91 00 - Painting
4 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group Number of coats required Amend 001 Refer to added specification 09 91 00 - Painting
5 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group Required surface preparation standard Amend 001 Refer to added specification 09 91 00 - Painting
6 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group Required sheen Amend 001 Refer to added specification 09 91 00 - Painting
7 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group Required color or color-match requirement Amend 001 Match existing bridge color and layout.
8 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group Whether scope is intended as full bridge repaint or spot preparation and repaint only Amend 001 Spot preparation of failing paint and exposed metal is acceptable, but the design intent is new paint for entire bridge.
9 4/21/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Contractor Proposed Basis of Design Acceptable?
PPG / Pittsburgh Paints – PITT-TECH Plus EP DTM Acrylic applied over properly prepared existing metal surfaces with spot primer at bare metal, color to match existing as closely as possible?
Amend 001 Spot preparation of failing paint and exposed metal is acceptable, but the design intent is new paint for entire bridge.
13 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group Does the Superintendent need to be directly employed by the Prime Contractor? Amend 001 No
14 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group Must the Superintendent be on site at all times while work is commencing? Amend 001 Yes
15 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Does the SSHO (Site Safety Health Officer) need to be directly employed by the Prime Contractor? Amend 001 No
16 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group Must the SSHO be on site at all times while work is commencing? Amend 001 Yes
17 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Is it acceptable to drain the entire pond to complete the work and then refill it with clean fresh water and restocked fish? Amend 001 Draining the pond was deemed unacceptable during design.
18 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Can the Superintendent & SSHO be a dual-hatted individual assuming that individual is qualified for both roles? Amend 001 The VA will accept the superintendent as SSHO provided that adequate qualifications are provided.
19 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group Are there any other mandatory on-site roles required in this contract? Amend 001 Alternate Safety Officer when the SSHO is not present.
20 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Drawing ES101, plan note #2 calls to tie into existing circuit “LP:7,9,11” and states that Panel LP is located in the existing pump house building. Please verify the location of the pump house building.
Amend 001 Panel LP is located in Building 93 Pump House. Building 93 Pump House is located close to the front entance gate to the VA Campus. Refer to added site plan for exact location of Building 93 Pump House. Building 93 Pump House is highlighted in RED.
21 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group When does the VA expect the project to start following the award? Amend 001
There will be a notice to proceed meeting held after contract award. Time will be discussed after award. Estimated project start date is 14 days after the NTP per the first page of the solicitation SF 1442.
22 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Are there any concerns for Asbestos Containing Material or Lead in the areas being worked in? Amend 001 No known presence of asbestos or lead exists in the project area.
23 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group
Are there any ICRA requirements for this project that actually pertain to this project?
Amend 001
While it is possible infection control requirements are very minimal, it is a requirement to utilize and follow specification Section 01 01 10 to determine risk levels for construction activitiy.
24 4/20/2026 Panacea Construction Group Is this contract Tax Exempt? Amend 001 a tax exemption certificate will be provided to awarded contractor
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