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This document is an amendment to a solicitation for a federal contract to replace fan coil units (FCUs), piping, and controls in the main hospital buildings at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Eastern Kansas Healthcare System (EKHCS) in Leavenworth, KS.
The key details are:
- The solicitation number is 36C25524R0086, and the project number is 589A6-22-236.
- The project will replace 56 FCUs, with an alternate to exclude 12 units in Building 88, for a total of 44 FCUs.
- The FCUs must be BACnet-compatible, accessible via web browser, and utilize Daikin equipment as the basis of design, with approved equals accepted.
- The period of performance is 181 days after notice to proceed for the base proposal, or 150 days for the alternate.
- Pricing is requested for the base proposal and the alternate deduct.
- The solicitation includes responses to 38 questions regarding the FCU requirements, controls, and other project details.
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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:
The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers
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RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.
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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT
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07/09/2024
589A6-22-236 36C255 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway
Leavenworth KS 66048
36C255 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway
Leavenworth KS 66048 To all Offerors/Bidders
36C25524R0086 06-13-2024
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THIS AMENDMENT IS TO PROMULGATE THE FOLLOWING CHANGES.
1. Revise Statement/Performance Proposal Items (see attached)
2. Promulgate Questions/RFI with responses, 71-108 w/attachment of specs.
3. All other terms and conditions remain the same.
Timothy Parison Contracting Officer
A. CLIN 0001, General Construction: (BASE Proposal): Replace Fifty-Six (56) Fan Coil Units (FCUs). Work includes general construction, alterations, drainage, piping, installation of new FCUs, general construction and certain other items.
1. All new devices, and components provided by General Contractor shall be listed by BACnet Testing Laboratories.
2. All new devices, and components shall be accessible using an HTML5 Web browser interface. Browsers shall not require the use of an extension or add on software to access afore-mentioned workstations, controllers, devices, and components.
3. If used, gateways shall provide all object properties and read/write services shown on VA-approved interoperability schedules.
4. The control systems shall be designed such that each mechanical system shall operate under stand-alone mode.
5. Shall network communication fail, or the loss of a controller, the control system shall continue to operate independently.
6. Unitary HVAC equipment controls (i.e., fan coil units), include:
a) Discharge temperature control.
b) Discharge pressure indication.
c) Flowrate control.
d) Setpoint reset.
e) Time of day indexing.
f) Status alarm.
7. This facility’s existing direct-digital control (DDC) system is manufactured by Johnson Controls Inc.
8. No FCU shall contain proprietary devices, hardware or software that requires the use of an outside contractor to diagnose or repair.
9. All FCUs will be 120 Volts, 60 Hertz, Single Phase.
10. All 56 FCUs will have a chilled water-cooling coil, and either a steam or hot water heating coil.
11. All 56 FCUs will have a chilled water-cooling coil, and either a steam or hot water heating coil.
a) Buildings 88 and 91 use steam for heating. Each unit needs a ½” Steam Ball Valve and a Steam Trap. There are thirty-five steam heated fan-coil units between buildings 88 (12 each) and 91 (23 each).
b) Building 90 using hot water for heating. There are twenty-one hot water heated fan-coil units. Room A106 requires a Case Rear Expansion Kit to separate the FCU, 4-inches from the wall, for 59-inches of the 65-inches FCU width. The last 6-inches will rest against the wall.
12. Utilities crew will remove and dispose of existing FCUs, removing & restocking VA Leavenworth spare parts inventory. General Contractor will notify the COR three (3) working days in advance from the day is needed removed.
13. Contractor will develop a replacement schedule that allows continuous service to our Veterans. Should any interruption be required the COR shall be notified in written ten-working-days in advance. This project location if VA Eastern Kansas Healthcare System (EKHCS) – Main Hospital. Dust Containment – Temporary Partitions are required to maintain aseptic operating conditions.
14. Building 90 existing twenty FCUs are pneumatically controlled. Valves are under the floor and might require VA Utilities to shut down the service prior to removal, and
15. Installation of new units. Contractor shall reach the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to get this shutdown coordinated.
16. Provide new piping for all FCUs back to the risers. New headers will be allowed to feed up to three or four fan coil units when possible.
17. Patch repair and paint drywall around fan coil units.
18. All FCUs shall deliver the required capacity at mid-speed. Provide sound attenuation required to achieve desired space noise. By VA Design Manual 35 dB maximum.
Period of Performance 181- days after NTP.
Total: _________________________________
B. CLIN 0002 ALTERNATE 1 (Deduct Alternate I) –All items in CLIN 0001 except:): Exclude Building 88 (i.e., B100’s) twelve (12) FCUs supply and install. Limit this project to forty-four (44) FCUs.
Period of Performance, 150-days after NTP.
Total: _______________________________
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL ITEM(S)
Project 589A6-22-236 Replace Various Fan Coils, Leavenworth
71. Reference Section 26 29 11 MOTOR CONTROLLERS Question: Can the VA confirm there are no motor controller requirements for this project?
Response: Confirmed. No motor controller requirements.
72. Reference Section 26 29 11 MOTOR CONTROLLERS, para 3.4 SPARE PARTS “A.”
This para discusses providing the VA with one complete set of spare fuses for each motor controller.
Question: Are we to include costs for these fuses?
Response: No need to include costs.
73. Reference Section 26 29 21 ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Question: Can the VA confirm there are no enclosed switches and circuit breakers requirements for this project and if there is requirement, please provide the appropriate location, type, size, where they are to be installed?
Response: VA confirms. There are no enclosed switches or circuit breakers.
74. Reference Section 26 29 21 ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS, para 3.3 SPARE PARTS “A.”
This para discusses providing the VA with one complete set of spare fuses for each fused disconnect switch installed on the project.
Question: Are we to include costs for these fuses?
Response: No need to include costs.
75. Reference STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL ITEM(S) Questions: Can the VA clarify if the FCUs to be similar or equal to DAIKIN ThinLine® Vertical Fan Coil Units, “similar or equal” appears to leave it open to an equal product. However, it also states “VA Leavenworth standard is DAIKIN® FCUs.” If the requirement is to use only Daikin is the VA going to provide a J&A for them?
Response: Fan coils must meet the buy American act. Fan Coil sizing must equal or exceed basis of design on the plans.
76. Reference STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL ITEM(S) Questions: The statement has: No proprietary parts, “or service dependent in a particular outlet will not be accepted.” This verbiage is within the FCU portion of the statements.
Question: Is the VA saying that the servicer, post construction, needs to be at multiple locations and be readily available to provide a service call during the warranty period no matter what servicer location the VA contacts? Example the rep for this VA’s zip code is in Lenexa, KS., and a rep Saint Louis, Missouri may be located at Chesterfield, MO. Please clarify the intended use of the word “outlet”.
Response: VA does not want to be tied to buying parts from only one manufacture supply house. Daikin is the basis of design, but approved equals will be accepted.
77. Reference STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL ITEM(S) Questions: The statement has: “No proprietary parts”, or service dependent in a particular outlet will not be accepted…. “Spare parts shall be readily available from multiple suppliers”. This verbiage is within the FCU portion of the statements.
Question: Can the VA please clarify the intended use of the wording “multiple suppliers” when the VA Leavenworth specifies the standard is DAIKIN® FCUs?
Response: VA does not want to be tied to buying parts from only one manufacture supply house. Daikin is the basis of design, but approved equals will be accepted.
78. FCUs Thermostat Questions: Can the VA clarify if the FCUs thermostat are to be replaced and if so, what specific type(s) are required per each FCU location?
Response: Thermostat must be a BACnet compatible and able to be seen on METASYS.
79. FCUs Questions: Are any of these units to be Tamper- proof units, with 16-gauge steel panels, a return grille and key-operated, locking access doors?
Response: No.
80. FCU Color Question: What color option does the VA require, Standard Color Options or Special Color Options?
Response: Standard color options.
81. FCU Control Options Question: What Option does the VA want for these units from the below list?
· 3-speed switch to low voltage interface board
· Remote or unit-mounted thermostat
· 3-speed or staged fan control Response: Three speed fan control, remote mounted thermostat within the room.
82. FCU Grille Options Question: What Option does the VA want for these units from the below list?
· Stamped and multi-directional outlet grilles
· Return grille option Response: Stamped and multi-directional outlet grilles. No return grille option.
83. FCU Flexible Valve & Piping Packages Options Question: What Option does the VA want for these units from the below list?
· Software selectable Factory-mounted, wired and tested
· Normally closed or open, two-position or modulating valves Response: For chilled water and hot water, factory-mounted, wired, and tested. Normally closed, modulating valve.
84. FCU Drain Pan Options Question: What Option does the VA want for these units from the below list?
· Sloped, polymer drain pan for good IAQ
· Optional single-slope drain pan
· Optional Secondary Drain Pan Response: Sloped, polymer drain pan for good IAQ.
85. FCU Low Voltage Interface Option Question: Does the VA want these units to come with an optional condensate overflow switch?
Response: No.
86. FCU Decorative Wall Plate Option Question: Does the VA want these units to come with an optional Decorative Wall Plate Option?
Response: No optional decorative wall plate required.
87. FCU Fresh Air Intake Box Option Question: Does the VA want these units to come with an optional Fresh Air Intake Box Option?
Response: No.
88. FCU Fresh Air Damper Options Questions: Does the VA want these units to come with an optional Fresh Air Damper Options?
If so which type: Manual or Motorized with an optional factory installed 24 V damper motor?
If motorized does the VA want A low-temperature sensor that is recommended for freezing air temperatures?
Response: No.
89. FCU Fresh Air Damper Questions: Does the VA currently have these units with Fresh Air Dampers?
If so which type: Manual or Motorized?
If motorized, does the VA currently have A low-temperature sensor for freezing air temperatures?
Response: No.
90. FCU Leveling Legs Option Question: Does the VA require factory installed kits that are available as an option with 0" to 1" adjustment for positive leveling of floor-mounted units?
Response: No.
91. FCU Rear Cabinet Extension Option Question: Does the VA require factory installed Cabinet Extension?
Response: Only one rear cabinet extension required for unit A106-1. The unit is 65-inches wide. A 4-inches extension on the LH side 59-inches wide is required.
92. FCU Optional brush-less DC Electronically Commutated Motors Question: Does the VA require the Optional brush-less DC Electronically Commutated Motors?
Response: No.
93. FCU Strainers Question: Does the VA require strainers for these FCUs?
Response: No.
94. FCU Coil Types Question: Does the VA require two coil options for preheat and one option for reheat for these FCUs?
Response: No.
95. Is it the VAs intent for factory installed and wired other DDC controllers in one of the end pockets of the fan coil?
Response: Either factory installed or installed by a controls contractor.
96. Reference attachment P09 FINAL PLANS, Level A-1 FCU Table Question: Several of these units have 120v, are they supposed to be 115v?
Response: 115 Volts.
97. SECTION 23 82 00 CONVECTION HEATING AND COOLING UNITS
There was no 23 82 00 specification provided. Can the VA provide this section for the FCUs?
Response: Section 23 82 00 provided. See attachment 1.
98. Reference attachment P09 FINAL PLANS, Level A-1 FCU Table The FCU for the room A116 Chapel has the FCU to be ceiling hung. The as-builts provided appear to have had the unit floor mounted on the north wall.
Questions: What location within this room is it to be ceiling mounted, is mounted below the ceiling or above, and what is the ceiling type; IE plaster, ACT, drywall etc.?
Response: Location to be determined by the COR with the Contractor input. The room has an acoustical tile ceiling.
99. Question: Can the VA clarify that if wall patching and painting is required that wall is to be painted corner to corner?
Response: Yes.
100. Question: Can the VA provide the type(s) of walls that may have to be patched in these 3 areas (Levels A, B & C) Response: Wall are either plaster or gypsum board.
101. Question: Are there any rooms that have other finishes such as wall protection that will have to be delt with?
Response: No other wall finishes.
102. Question: Are all these FCUs a one-for-one swap out with the exception of the Chapel?
Response: Yes.
103. Question: Is the piping still located at the location where the Chapel FCU used to be?
Response: Existing piping located in the Chapel may be reused. Exact routing should be confirmed with the COR prior to installation.
104. Question: Given the limited PoP and the material procurement timeframe, how many rooms can we access at a time to install these new units?
Response: 3 to 4 FCUs will be available at a time.
105. Question: Can the VA confirm that “Contractors working on this project are exempt from state sales tax, and a Project exemption Certificate will be issued upon award of this contract.”?
Response: Yes.
106. Question: Can the VA provide electrical panel schedules that reflect the panel & circuit each of these FCUs are installed?
Response: Winning bidder will work with facilities staff for electrical panel needs.
107. Questions: Can the VA clarify that the 115v service to the new FCUs does not require new raceways and/or cabling, that they just need disconnected and reconnected to the new units? If not, what are the expectations for electrical?
Response: The new FCUs do not require new raceways. Cabling depends on whether the existing cables are long enough to reach the new units.
108. Question: Depending on the VA responses to the RFIs will we have an opportunity to submit additional RFIs if warranted?
Response: No, the period for RFI’s submittals was 27 June 2024.
Response to RFIs Question 71-108 Amend A0004 Solicitation No. 36C225524R0086 589A6-22-236 Replace Various Fan Coil Units Main Hospital, Leavenworth Final - END of Questions
SECTION 23 82 00
CONVECTION HEATING AND COOLING UNITS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
| A. | A complete listing of common acronyms and abbreviations are included in Section 23 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC. |
| B. | This section specifies room fancoil units. |
1.2 RELATED WORK
| A. | Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. |
| B. | Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. |
| C. | Section 01 91 00, GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS. |
| D. | Section 23 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC. |
| E. | Section 23 05 41, NOISE and VIBRATION CONTROL FOR HVAC PIPING and EQUIPMENT. |
| F. | Section 23 05 93, TESTING, ADJUSTING, and BALANCING FOR HVAC. |
| G. | Section 23 08 00, COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS. |
| H. | Section 23 09 23, DIRECT-DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HVAC. |
| I. | Section 23 21 13, HYDRONIC PIPING. |
1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS
| A. | The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only. Where conflicts occur these specifications and the VHA standards will govern. |
| B. | AirConditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (ANSI/AHRI): |
| 4412019(R2024)(SI) | Performance Rating of FanCoil Units |
| C. | National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): |
| 70-2020 | National Electrical Code |
| 90A-2024 | Standard for the Installation of AirConditioning and Ventilating Systems |
| D. | Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL): |
| 19952015(R2018) | Heating and Cooling Equipment |
1.4 SUBMITTALS
| A. | Submittals, including number of required copies, shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. |
| B. | Information and material submitted under this section shall be marked “SUBMITTED UNDER SECTION 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS”, with applicable paragraph identification. |
| C. | Manufacturer's Literature and Data Including: Full item description and optional features and accessories. Include dimensions, weights, materials, applications, standard compliance, model numbers, size, and capacity. |
| 1. | Room FanCoil units. |
| D. | Certificates: |
| 1. | Compliance with paragraph QUALITY ASSURANCE. |
| 2. | Compliance with specified standards. |
| E. | Complete operating and maintenance manuals including wiring diagrams, technical data sheets, information for ordering replaceable parts, and troubleshooting guide: |
| 1. | Include complete list indicating all components of the systems. |
| 2. | Include complete diagrams of the internal wiring for each item of equipment. |
| 3. | Diagrams shall have their terminals identified to facilitate installation, operation, and maintenance. |
| F. | Completed System Readiness Checklists provided by the CxA and completed by the contractor, signed by a qualified technician, and dated on the date of completion, in accordance with the requirements of Section 23 08 00, COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS. |
| G. | Submit training plans and instructor qualifications in accordance with the requirements of Section 23 08 00, COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS. |
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
| A. | Refer to paragraph QUALITY ASSURANCE of Section 23 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC. Provide guarantee in accordance with FAR clause 52.246-21. |
| B. | BioBased Materials: For products designated by the USDA’s BioPreferred Program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for biobased content, so long as products meet all performance requirements in this specifications section. For more information regarding the product categories covered by the BioPreferred Program, visit http://www.biopreferred.gov. |
1.6 AS-BUILT DOCUMENTATION
A. Comply with requirements in paragraph ASBUILT DOCUMENTATION of Section 23 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 ROOM FANCOIL UNITS
| A. | Capacity Certification: AHRI 440. |
| B. | Safety Compliance: NEC compliant and UL listed. |
| C. | Noise Levels: Operating at full cooling capacity, sound power level shall not exceed by more than 5 dB the numerical value of sound pressure levels associated with noise criteria specified in Section 23 05 41, NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT. Select units at intermediate speed, for compliance with the noise criteria. |
| D. | Chassis: Galvanized steel, acoustically and thermally insulated to attenuate noise and prevent condensation. |
| E. | Cabinet: Minimum 1.3 mm (l8 gauge) steel reinforced and braced. Arrange components and provide adequate space for installation of piping package and control valves. Finish shall be factorybaked enamel in manufacturer’s standard color, Antique Ivory, on all exposed surfaces. |
| l. | Vertical Exposed Cabinet Unit: Provide 1.6 mm (l6 gauge) steel front panel with 13 mm (l/2 inch) thick fiberglass insulation and provide screwtype levelers. |
| a. | Air Outlet Grilles: Adjustable fourway air deflection located in the top panel. |
| b. | Provide two hinged access doors (one each side). |
| 2. | Horizontal Unit A116-1: Provide concealed type. Provide supports and vibration isolators for horizontal units as recommended by the manufacturer. |
| a. | Concealed Units: Provide furred-in type with return plenum and outlet duct collar. |
| F. | Fans: Centrifugal, forward curved, double width type wheels, galvanized steel, or polyester resin construction, statically and dynamically balanced, direct driven. |
| l. | Motors: Premium efficiency, 3-speed permanent split capacitor type with integral thermal overload protection, for operation at no greater than l200 RPM. |
| 2. | Provide a fan speed selector switch, with off, low, medium, and high positions. Switch shall have a set of auxiliary contacts which are open when the switch is in the “off” position and closed when the switch in any of the other positions. On vertical units, mount switch in a junction box in the cabinet of each unit. On ceilingsuspended horizontal and concealed units, switch shall be wall mounted. |
| G. | Cooling and Heating Coils: |
| 1. | Hydronic (two separate coils for cooling and heating): Copper tubes, 10 mm (3/8 inch) minimum inside diameter, not less than 0.43 mm (0.0l7 inch) thick with copper or aluminum fins. Coils shall be pressure tested for bursting and strength in accordance with Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., requirements for pressure tested coils, and shall be designed to provide adequate heat transfer capacity. Provide manual air vent at high point of each coil and drain at each low point. |
| H. | Piping Package: Factory furnished with unit by the manufacturer or field-installed by the contractor to fit control valves provided by the controls’ supplier. Submit manufacturer’s detailed drawings of the piping in the end compartments for approval prior to fabrication of the piping packages. Provide ball stop valves on the supply and return pipes and balancing fittings on the return pipes. |
| I. | Drain Pans: Furnish galvanized steel with solderless drain connections and molded polystyrene foam insulating liner: |
| J. | Air Filter: Manufacturer’s standard throwaway type, not less than 25 mm (1 inch) thick, MERV 7, supported to be concealed from sight and be tight fitting to prevent air bypass. Filters shall have slide out frames and be easily replaced without removing enclosure or any part thereof. |
| K. | Only Steam Control valves and Steam Traps are to be field installed. Chilled Water and Hot Water Control valve are to be factory installed. Remote wall mounted space thermostats are to be field installed. Provide two-way modulating control valves. |
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
| A. | If an installation is unsatisfactory to the COR, the contractor shall correct the installation at no additional cost or time to the Government. |
| B. | Work shall be installed as shown and according to the manufacturer’s diagrams and recommendations. |
| C. | Handle and install units in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions. |
| D. | Support units rigidly so they always remain stationary. Crossbracing or other means of stiffening shall be provided as necessary. Method of support shall be such that distortion and malfunction of units cannot occur. |
3.2 STARTUP AND TESTING
| A. | Perform tests as recommended by product manufacturer and listed standards and under actual or simulated operating conditions and prove full compliance with design and specified requirements. Tests of the various items of equipment shall be performed simultaneously with the system of which each item is an integral part. |
| B. | When any defects are detected, correct defects and repeat test at no additional cost or time to the Government. |
| C. | The CxA will observe startup and contractor testing of selected equipment. Coordinate the startup and contractor CxR testing schedules with the COR and CxA. Provide a minimum notice of 10 working days prior to startup and testing. |
3.3COMMISSIONING
A. Provide commissioning documentation in accordance with the requirements of Section 23 08 00, COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS.
3.4 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING
| A. | Provide services of manufacturer’s technical representative for 4 hours to instruct each VA personnel responsible in operation and maintenance of the system. |
| B. | Submit training plans and instructor qualifications in accordance with the requirements of Section 23 08 00, COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS. |
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