Pre-Award RFI Register 19 May 2021 Final.pdf

Questions Answers

1. There are references to 3 alternates on the plans but a different one is listed in the solicitation. Is the Sitework, the linoleum tile & the MD-100 work listed in the alternates not applicable anymore?

There is only one alternate for this project, and it is the demolition of the mechanical basement. The linoleum tile and site work are no longer alternates. See revised plans dated 10/30/2020

2. NTP estimated? Anticipated within 30 days of award.

3. Is any of the mechanical/ Laundry equipment in red per AD-101, considered part of the Mechanical Deduction listed on Alt #1?

No. Demolish per note/legend on 16-

AD-101

4. Is any of the equipment listed on AD-101 to be salvaged and/or reinstalled after the renovation is complete there and/or somewhere else?

No Equipment will be salvage that is listed on AD-101.

5. Is there any equipment to be salvaged? Yes.

1) Per sheet 16-MPD-101, Key

Note 3, Chiller shall be salvaged.

2) Per Sheet 16-MPD-101, Key

Note 5, CHW Pumps shall be salvaged.

3) Per Sheet 16-MD-102, Key Note 1, AHUs shall be salvaged

6. Is the space design mentioned on the plans already done and/or is this the final version and the final space design will not affect any work, layouts and or equipment in the plans?

The contractor shall proceed with construction as per construction documents dated 10/30/2020. Any addition requirements with space design and layout will not affect any work, layouts or equipment in the plans

7. Is the VA aware of the manufacturer of the Built-up roof?

No we do not know who the manufacturer is.

8. Is there a warranty on the roofing system? There is no warranty on the roof.

9. Will the contractor cover any equipment inspection fees or re-certifications needed? If so, what equipment or how much to account for any of these services?

There is no equipment to be inspected or re-certified

10. Any asbestos, mold or lead remediation expected? Any testing to be done?

We do not anticipate any asbestos, mold or lead remediation during this project. If the contractor encounter or suspect there is hazard material on site, the VA will address the issue upon notification from the contractor

11. Anything to be done on the exterior façade, Pressure wash, repaint?

No work will be done on the exterior façade.

12. Is this project tax-exempt? No

13. It is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain Past Performance Questionnaires from Contracting Officers on a project-by-project basis, especially when they have already filled out a CPARS evaluation for us. In light of this, will the VA accept completed CPARS evaluation forms in lieu of the provided PPQ?

No, previously completed PPQ’s will be not be accepted. PPQ’s are optional.

Contracting Officers will generate associated recent/relevant CPARS information. If your company has a need to address CPARS, then do so in your proposal.

14. Is an asbestos survey available? Is there known ACM on the pipe insulation under the building?

There is no asbestos survey for this building, and it is not known if there is ACM on the pipe. If asbestos is encounter during construction we will, the VA, address it at that time.

15. In the statement of work, it says that employees will be relocated during construction period for 7 months. However, the construction period listed in the solicitation is one year. Will the employees be relocated for 7 months or one year?

During the construction phase employees will be relocated and will not return until construction is completed.

16. In section 1.5 of 010000 Specification it states that the VA requires physical and administrative security for the duration of the project. Does the VA deem this necessary; this is a very high cost?

Yes, this is standard language for all VA construction projects and is necessary. Therefore, section 1.5 of 010000 of the specification will be strictly adhered to.