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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 11-25-2020 589-701 36C255 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway Leavenworth

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66048-5012 36C255 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway Leavenworth

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66048-5012 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25520R0115 11-02-2020

X X x ** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to:

DECEMBER 4, 2020 @ 2:00PM CDT.

See CONTINUATION Page x THE PURPOSE OF THIS AMENDMENT IS TO PUBLISH THE SIGN IN SHEET AND ANSWER CONTRACTOR QUESTIONS.

THE ABOVE CITED SOLICITATION IS HEREBY AMENDED AS SHOWN BELOW:

THE CORRECTED SPECIFICATION NUMBERS 00 01 10, 02 21 13, and 28 13 00 ARE ATTACHED.

CORRECTED DRAWINGS GI000, CS101, AE104, AE601, AI601, PL202, PL203, PL301, PL302, PL306, MH101, MH102, ES401, ES402, AND ES502 ARE ATTACHED.

DISCARD THE PREVIOUS VERSION OF SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS REFERENCED ABOVE AND REPLACE WITH THE ATTACHED

SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS.

THE LIST OF CHANGES ATTACHED IS NOT TO BE INTERPERTED AS ALL INCLUSIVE, CHANGES ARE TO BE VERIFIED BY THE CONTRACTOR.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE IS EXTENDED UNTIL, DECEMBER 4, 2020 AT 2:00 PM CDT.

Question 1- On page the SF1442, it says the estimate of construction magnitude for this project is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. On page 12 of the solicitation, Factor 1 Relevant Past Performance of Prime Contractors, paragraph A says construction work that was equal to, or greater than $6,000,000. With the minimum construction magnitude for this project being $5,000,000, will the Government please consider the Offeror’s relevant past performance of construction work that was equal to or greater than $5,000,000, not $6,000,000?

Answer to Question 1 The construction cost range is a separate issue from the evaluation factors. The two are not tied together. Per FAR 36.204 and VAAR 836.204 Disclosure of the magnitude of construction projects the construction magnitude for this project is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.

Question 2- On page the SF1442, it says the estimate of construction magnitude for this project is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. On page 13 of the solicitation, Factor 2 Technical Construction Experience of Prime Contractor, paragraph B says construction work that was equal to, or greater than $6,000,000. With the minimum construction magnitude for this project being $5,000,000, will the Government please consider the Offeror’s relevant past performance of construction work that was equal to or greater than $5,000,000, not $6,000,000?

Answer to Question 2- The relevant past performance required for this project is $6,000,000.

Question 3- Drawing CC001 shows location of hydraulic crane. Is this the only location allowed?

Answer to Question 3- Other locations would need VA approval.

Question 4- Will hoisting of construction materials over occupied buildings be allowed?

Answer to Question 4 – Connecting corridors may be closed but buildings will be occupied. Lifting plans required per specifications.

5- Please confirm that, under Special Note 1 (page 13), a prime offeror that lacks “relevant experience” may submit the past performances of its key personnel and/or major subcontractors for evaluation under the Past Performance factor.

Answer to Question 5-Please refer to Amendment A0002 for this solicitation.

6-Will an offeror that identifies three past performance examples be rated higher than an offeror that is only able to submit one (assuming the substance of the evaluations are roughly the same)?

Answer to Question 6- An offeror that submits three past performance examples will not be rated higher than an offeror that submits one past performance example. The substance presented by the bidder for Factor 1 A, B and C is what is being evaluated.

7-Will the government consider relaxing its prohibition against subcontractor past performance references, to expand the pool of competitive SDVOSB awards?

Answer to Question 7 Please refer to Amendment A0002 for this solicitation.

8-Want to supply and install the patient lift systems structural support only for this project based on the AMICO project and would be bidding as a sub-contractor to the qualified GC’s.

Answer to Question 8 No part of the patient lift system is to be purchased or installed through this contract. The construction contractor will need to coordinate the structural support for the lifts with the contractor that installs the lifts who will be working under a separate contract. Contractor has not been selected to provide patient lifts or installation at this time.

Question 9- On November 17, there was a site visit in which three SDVOSB firms participated. Though this confirms that the Solicitation must be set aside for SDVOSBs, it also indicates that the requirements are restrictive.

0. Would the agency consider allowing past Performance and Technical examples for work performed as a subcontractor, to expand the potential pool of offerors?

0. Would the agency consider lowering the dollar value threshold of relevant contracts, from $6m to $4m, to expand the potential pool of offerors?

Answer to Question 9 The dollar value of the past performance is $6M and the past performance and technical examples of subcontractors was addressed in Amendment A0002 of this solicitaiton.

Question 10- Will the agency confirm whether the relevancy dollar value threshold for past performance (currently set at $6m) is for single projects or the cumulative value of all submitted projects?

Answer to Question 10- The dollar value of $6M is for a single project.

Question 11- Drawing CC001 shows location of hydraulic crane. Will we be allowed to drive material trucks down that access roadway/walkway?

Answer to Question 11 - Yes

Question 12- Drawing CC001 showing location of hydraulic crane. This detail does not show the crane out riggers. Is it understood that the crane may not fit exactly as shown?

Answer to Question 12 – Yes but loading dock at Canteen must remain accessible.

Question 13- In order to get a crane to the location shown on CC001 the handrails on the stairs leading to the west side of building 19 will need to be removed and reinstalled. We will make temporary handrails and protect the first 3 steps. Is this ok?

Answer to Question 13 - Yes

Question 14- Can the superintendent perform two roles?

Answer to Question 14 – Yes, only 2 roles.

Question 15- Please verify that the Patient lift support steel or uni-strut is to be furnished and installed by GC? Guldmann has indicated they are including this.

Answer to Question 15 - No part of the patient lifts will be purchased or installed by the GC. The construction contractor will need to coordinate the structural support for the lifts with the contractor that installs the lifts who will be working under a separate contract. Contractor has not been selected to provide patient lifts or installation at this time.

Question 16- Is there asbestos on this project, if so, is there a report?

Answer to Question 16 – There is no known asbestos in the project area.

Question 17- Please verify that Patient bed service walls are furnished and installed by GC?

Answer to Question 17 - Yes

Question 18- Please indicate staging areas or laydown areas for material storage

Answer to Question 18 – See CC001.

Question 19- Alternate No. 3 calls out for rooms C306, C307, C309, and C310 to build out. These rooms are to be served by a ductless split and 3 zones from the RTU. The verbiage for the alternate mentions that the HVAC will be reduced to three zones. Will the three zones just be for those 4 rooms or will the VA want zones working outside of those rooms to temper the entire floor space? If so, what will that look like?

Answer to Question 19 – Refer to architectural sheet GI102. Plan indicates spaces for deductive Alternate No. 4. Spaces to be fully built out (1C) shall have HVAC as indicated on plans. The remaining “open” space (1C) shall be served by 3 vav terminal units providing 3 zones (approx. 900 cfm each terminal unit). Each unit shall be complete with HW piping, thermostats, low pressure supply and return duct, and grilles and diffusers to provide even airflow for space. Max. supply cfm per diffuser shall be 300 cfm.

Question 20- Alternate No. 4 calls out for the rooms in Alt 3 as well as rooms C207 and C208 to build out. These rooms are served by a ductless split and one zone from the RTU. This alternate calls out for 3 zones, what will that look like?

Answer to Question 20 – Refer to architectural sheet GI102. Plan indicates spaces for deductive Alternate No. 4. Spaces to be fully built out (1C) shall have HVAC as indicated on plans. The remaining “open” space (1C) shall be served by 3 vav terminal units providing 3 zones (approx. 700 cfm each terminal unit). Each unit shall be complete with HW piping, thermostats, low pressure supply and return duct, and grilles and diffusers to provide even airflow for space. Max. supply cfm per diffuser shall be 300 cfm.

Question 21- Specifications mention LEED in a couple of locations. Is this a LEED building?

Answer to Question 21 - No

Question 22- Drawing CC001 detail showing crane access, what is the thickness of the existing concrete paving?

Answer to Question 22 – Thickness is unknown.

Question 23- Drawing CC001 crane access, will we have to replace concrete paving that may crack due to crane usage?

Answer to Question 23 – Yes, see CS101.

Question 24-Will the crane be allowed to stay in the called out location 24/7 or will it have to be moved after each day of work?

Answer to Question 24 – Yes, as long as access to loading dock is maintained.

Question 25- There are a couple of rooms that seem to have been missed on the Finish Schedule (345 & 354). Please provide product info for these areas?

Answer to Question 25 – Revised AI601 included in Addendum.

Question 26- What is the phasing of the renovation work on the 3rd floor? Can it happen at the same time or does it happen after we are done constructing the new building addition?

Answer to Question 26 – See GC101 for phasing plans.

Question 27- We request an extension in the bid due date. A week is preferred as we would get better subcontractor responses with the holiday next week and covid

Answer to Question 27- Proposal Due Date will be extended until, December 4, 2020 At 2:00 PM CDT.

Question 28- 1. Note on sheet ES201, Alternate Cubicle Area. There is no mention of quantity of exit lights, Fire Alarm pull stations, or paging speakers. Please provide count.

Answer to Question 28 - Contractor shall maintain the same number other items not specifically listed in referenced sheet Alternate note as shown for Base Bid. The numbers did not change from the base bid.

Question 29- Is there any intention of putting cameras in the open office area? If so need count.

Answer to Question 29 - Contractor shall maintain the same number other items not specifically listed in referenced sheet Alternate note as shown for Base Bid. The numbers did not change from the base bid.

Question 30- The Bid Form mentions power poles. Is that for the (18) quad receptacles and (8) 4D data drops? What is the quantity of power poles for each floor? No specifications on what type.

Answer to Question 30 – No power poles are required.

Question 31 Detail 2 on Sheet ES502, for typical patient room, does not show a smoke detector for these 8 rooms. Is the intent to have a smoke detector in these?

Answer to Question 31 – See revised ES502 included in Addendum 5.

Question 32- Note S17 on sheets ES401 & ES402, states the fire alarm system to control fire doors. Which doors are to be held open by fire alarm system?

Answer to Question 32 -None are required to be held open by the fire alarm system.

Question 33- Automatic Door Operators are spec’d and in the comments section of drawings, but none are listed in the door hardware or noted in the comments of the drawings. Could you please confirm if there are auto operators on this project?

Answer to Question 33 – No auto operators are needed. Drawing AE601 updated and provided with this solicitation.

Question 34- Is this project tax exempt?

Answer to Question 34- Yes, this project is tax exempt.

Question 35--Please provide the site visit sign-in sheet.

Answer to Question 35- Sign in sheet is provided with this amendment

Question 36- Please confirm the project superintendent can dual hat as the CQC System Manager.

Answer to Question 36 – Yes, only 2 roles.

Question 37- Please confirm the Commissioning Agent is provided by the VA.

Answer to Question 37 – No, Construction Contractor to provide

Question 38- Does this project have any liquidated damages?

Answer to Question 38- No

Question 39- Please advise if an Appendix A – Calculation of Self-Performed/Subcontracted Work needs to be turned in for each alternate pricing.

Answer to Question 39 – Yes

Question 40- Drawing sheet AD201 was provided in the Amendment 04 drawings but is not listed on the Sheet List. Please confirm this sheet is to be included into the project.

Answer to Question 40 – Yes, revised GI000 included in Addendum.

Question 41- Drawing sheet AE322 was provided in the Amendment 04 drawings but is not listed on the Sheet List. Please confirm this sheet is to be included into the project.

Answer to Question 41 – Yes, revised GI000 included in Addendum.

Question 42- Drawing sheet AE600 was provided in the Amendment 04 drawings but is not listed on the Sheet List. Please confirm this sheet is to be included into the project.

Answer to Question 42 – Yes, revised GI000 included in Addendum.

Question 43- Drawing sheet MP102 was provided twice but seems to provide the same information. Please confirm this was an error.

Answer to Question 43 – should only be one MP102 sheet. Contractor to use either drawing.

Question 44- Specification Section 23 25 00 – HVAC Water Treatment is listed on the Table of Contents but is missing. Please provided.

Answer to Question 44 – Spec section not needed. Table of Contents has been updated.

Question 45- Specification Section 28 13 00 – Physical Access Control System is listed on the Table of Contents but is missing. Please provided.

Answer to Question 45 – See Addendum for Section 28 13 00.

Question 46- On drawing sheet CS101 on the Proposed Site Detail is there a drain in the crossing between Building 19 and Building 02. If there is, is it adequately sized to handle the additional flow of water due to the ramped sidewalk.

Answer to Question 46 – Size is unknown.

Question 47- On drawing sheet CS101on the Proposed Site Detail it doesn’t show the two manholes that were encountered onsite where the sidewalk meets the parking lot. Please advise.

Answer to Question 47 – Modify manholes as required for ramp construction.

Question 48- Was the first floor of the expansion area of the project adequately design to handle the additional two floors being added? Can as-builts for this area be provided.

Answer to Question 48 – The floor was adequately designed. As-Builts will be provided when the contract is awarded.

Question 49- Is the Nurse Call System to be furnished and install by the bidders?

Answer to Question 49 – Yes. Construction Contractor is responsible for providing a system that integrates seamlessly into existing nurse call system.

Question 50- What is the current nurse call system being used within the facility?

Answer to Question 50 – GE Ascom Telligence. See notes on ES801.

Question 51- Due to the holiday’s we request that the bid date be pushed a week.

Answer to Question 51- Proposal Due Date will be extended until, December 4, 2020 At 2:00 PM CDT.

Question 52- If the option to replace the 1-AHU-2 (east basement) will air quality control for the temporary unit be required?

Answer to Question 52 – Final filtration as indicated on documents are required for the temporary unit (MERV 14).

Question 53- If the air quality control for the temporary unit is required please list the regulating authority and who will be responsible for monitoring this?

Answer to Question 53 – Contractor is required to monitor the condition of the filters in the temporary unit making sure proper filtration is being maintained.

Question 54 Bid Alternates 3 and 4 mention having three zones installed. These three zones are not shown on the mechanical print. Will the three zones have hydronic piping, supply and return air requirements?

Answer to Question 54 – See answers to questions 19 and 20.

Question 55- The plumbing prints or specifications do not give identifiers for the medical gas equipment. Is there documentation describing the approved suppliers, item identifier, and quantities?

Answer to Question 55 – Medical gas specifications were included in addendum A0004

Question 56- Per plumbing prints, it appears the domestic mains make a loop around the facility. The loop is drawn as if it drops into each wall and exits full size (2” domestic cold 1 ½” hot) with insulation these “drops” it will be difficult to sheetrock the 3 5/8 walls plus the added cost of pipe size. Is this the concept or does the main loop not enter the wall cavity?

Answer to Question 56 – The concept is as drawn. The water piping needs to enter/exit the wall cavities. Refer to water riser diagrams for further notes about VA standards for water supply to fixtures.

Question 57- The Millwork in the following rooms is not clearly identified. Please identify the millwork shown in rooms 355,356,357,365,366,367,368,369, and 372

Answer to Question 57 – See the enlarged typical patient room on 2/AE501. Room 368 has a unique configuration which is identified on the floor plan so it has it’s own detail. Revised AE104 is included in Addendum.

Drawing CS101 indicate demo of stairs retaining wall and addition of new retaining walls with ramp to basement elevation between buildings 19 and 2. (Pertains to questions 57-63)

Question 57- Civil Utility drawings have not been identified in the bid documents. There are manholes both on the North and South side of the connecting corridor which are nearly center of both ramps. North manhole approximately 20’ from corridor wall to center line, South manhole approximately 17’ from corridor wall. Please advise intent.

Answer to Question 57 – See question 47.

Question 58- The existing opening at connecting corridor is 6’-0” wide, the drawings indicate a new 8’-0” ramp with retaining walls and footing, the overall width of construction is approximately 13’-0” wide at base of footing. Next to building 19 (north of corridor) there are chillers and condensing units with pads approximately 2’-0” west of existing retaining wall. It appears that the overall construction of ramp will be in to this equipment. Please advise intent.

Answer to Question 58 – If obstructions to current plan are encountered during construction, VA and AE will work with contractor to resolve.

Question 59 - Chilled water piping appears to be running into the ground at a forty five degree angle within the new ramp parameters. Please advise intent.

Answer to Question 59 – Not enough information to answer question.

Question 60 - At the far north end of proposed ramp location there is a duel opening underground grease trap that appears to be in the path of proposed ramp. Please advise intent.

Answer to Question 60 – If the trap is in the way, modify the path of the ramp as required as to not interfere with grease trap.

Question 61- At the base elevation of the crossover corridor there is a manhole and two drains.

Which direction does this piping run? What is the intent.

Answer to Question 61 – Storm piping runs to the south. Contractor to perform a site survey to identify all site utilities.

Question 62 Approximately 2’-2” east of the existing north retaining wall and approximately 10’-0” north of corridor wall there appears to be a very deep sump pit with inlet, outlet and electrical. What is the shoring/protection and relocation intent (if needed)?

Answer to Question 62 – Shoring & protection to be determined by the contractor. Relocation is not expected.

Question 63 On either side of the 19 to 2 connecting corridor there are structural columns (2 each) that are supporting the second floor connecting corridor. Columns are approximately 3’-8” from each retaining wall to center. What size are the column footings, will they be in the path of proposed construction and what is the intent for shoring and or stability of these columns during construction?

Answer to Question 63 –Please see asbuilts. Shoring and stability to be determined by the contractor. It is the responsibility of the contractor to field verify the existing drawings for accuracy.

Question 64 Will the Government provide comprehensive written badging requirements for the project if badging is required?

Answer to Question 64 – Yes, will be provided with contract award.

Question 65 Where will the designated parking area be for workers accessing the construction site?

Answer to Question 65 – See CS101

Question 66 Will the government accept the use of the industry leading Procore Project Management software as the primary submittal and data tracking tool for this project? The software is compatible with the VA’s networks and is currently in use at many VA locations.

Answer to Question 66 – Yes

Question 67 During construction in an area where the ceilings or fire suppression system will be disrupted, will NFPA 241 apply? Will the government require additional security measures beyond NFPA code such as fire watch, temporary fire alarms, adjustments to sprinkler heads, etc.

Answer to Question 67 - Refer to “Temporary Fire Alarm Heat Detection” note on ED101.

Question 68 Does the Government have a fire alarm servicer that they currently work with? What is the name and contact information of the person or persons that will need to be coordinated with for security and fire alarm and suppression systems work and/or disruptions?

Answer to Question 68 – The existing Fire Alarm system at the Hospital facility is Notifier. The existing PACS system is currently being replaced (current “Advantor” system being replaced by “C-Pure 9000” system). Construction Contractor to provide a system which seamlessly integrates per specs and drawings. See ES801 & ES802.

Question 69 Has the work area been checked for asbestos, if so can asbestos report be provided prior to bid?

Answer to Question 69 – See question 16.

Question 70 What is the Governments’ policy if asbestos products are encountered during construction?

Answer to Question 70 – Will be treated as an unforseen site condition.

Question 71 Does the Government currently have a 3rd party testing service for those items requiring testing or is the contractor free to locate and hire applicable testing firms?

Answer to Question 71 – Construction Contractor to hire

Question 72 Who is responsible for the utility locations?

Answer to Question 72 – Construction Contractor

Due to current potentially significant tariffs being placed on the importation of building materials such as wood or steel by the current Presidential Executive Branch, if a tariff is placed after bid time and before award will the government consider a price escalation on a contract value for products such as steel or wood should the executive branch levee tariffs effecting such materials? Most of these materials would still have been Buy American compliant as the tariffs would increase pricing on all steel or wood materials, regardless of origin.

Answer to Question 73 – Pricing considerations are governed by the provisions and clauses within the solicitation. Please contact your respective legal counsel for advice on interpreting pricing considerations related to this solicitation. We cannot provide you with legal advice. If any significant tariff increases occur between the time of your offer submittal and award, please feel free to bring them to our attention. However, note that our comments on legal advice will still apply regardless of your effort to bring the increases to our attention.

Question 74 Can the Sustainable Construction Requirements clause from the VA be removed?

Answer to Question 74 – This question seeks to remove a requirement but does not explain why the Government should take this action. This question cannot be answered.

Question 75 As a result of the effect of COVID-19 throughout the U.S., and the resulting Federal, State and local governments’ responses / requirements of safe distancing and potential advocations of working remotely and/or complete organization closures, please advise how the Government intends to address delays resulting there as it pertains to the current solicitation schedule for this and all future projects.

Answer to Question 75 – The Government will not speculate on future projects. No delays as a result of COVID 19 have been identified which directly affect this solicitation and the solicitation schedule remains unaffected.

Question 76 Is AISC (American Iron and Steel Certification) required for the structural steel fabrication and/or erection for this project?

Answer to Question 76 – Yes, see Specification 05 12 00.

Question 77 Describe any and all tasks that may be required for this project as it relates to infectious control?

Answer to Question 77 – See GC101 and spec section 01 35 26.

Question 78 What is the level of infectious disease control rating for this site?

Answer to Question 78 – – See GC101 and spec section 01 35 26.

Question 79 Please identify VA approved location(s) for a crane.

Answer to Question 79 – See CC001. Alternate locations will require VA approval.

Question 80 Please identify lay down yard for materials outside the courtyard/work area.

Answer to Question 80 – See CS001.

Question 81 Materials that require lifting into the jobsite will have to be accumulated then lifted. Has the VA designated a laydown area to be in close proximity of the crane location?

Answer to Question 81 – See CC001.

Question 82 Can a fixed jobsite crane be installed? If so, where would the VA allow it to be located?

Answer to Question 82 – See CC001.

Question 83 What is the size/weight capacity of the elevators serving the areas to be renovated on 2nd & 3rd floors?

Answer to Question 83 – Assumed to be 5000#. Contractor to verify before use. See Spec 01 00 00 for elevator use requirements.

Question 84 Can the existing elevator that exists in the area of the addition, be utilized as part of the construction process?

Answer to Question 84 – See Spec 01 00 00 for elevator use requirements.

Question 85 Will traffic still be allowed through/on the courtyard path or anywhere in the courtyard area while work proceeds?

Answer to Question 85 – Area will be closed to non-construction activities. Provide construction fencing to restrict access as required.

Question 86 Can super dual hat as SSHO with proof of proper training?

Answer to Question 86 – See question 14.

Question 87 Location for a site trailer? Utilities for site trailer?

Answer to Question 87 – See CC001

Question 88 Mentioned email bid only except for original bond letter in meeting, please verify this is correct? If so, who is this submitted to?

Answer to Question 88 – The information is contained in the solicitation

Question 89 - With the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, most businesses will be closed, will the bid response date be extended as to allow for ample time the VA to respond to the RFIs and the response be adequately digested prior to the receipt of proposals?

Answer to Question 89 – Proposal Due Date will be extended until, December 4, 2020 At 2:00 PM CDT

CONTINUATION PAGE FOR AMENDMENT A0005 TO 36C25520R0115

See attached document: 000110 Table of Contents revised for A0005.

See attached document: 022113 - Site Surveys.

See attached document: 281300 - Physical Access Control System.

See attached document: 18.1019.05 - Addendum 5 Dwgs - Pages 8-14.

See attached document: 18.1019.05 Addendum 5 Dwgs pages 1-7.

See attached document: 18.1019.05 - Addendum 5 Revised AE601.

See attached document: As builts bldg 19 to bldg 2 connecting cor dwgs.

See attached document: 589-701 PRE BID SIGN IN SHEET.