564-17-140 PRE-BID RFIs - 2nd Batch (Answered).pdf
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This document contains answers to pre-bid requests for information (RFIs) related to a federal contract opportunity to renovate the medical/surgical inpatient unit 2B at a Department of Veterans Affairs medical center. Key details include specifications for a three-dimensional coordination model, a construction notice-to-proceed of 420 days with submittals due prior, a minimum of 5 workdays between phases, and clarification that the immediate work area but not the entire ward will be vacated during construction based on phasing plans. As-built fire sprinkler drawings were unavailable for review.
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PROJECT # 564-17-140 | 36C25624R0024
Renovate Med/Surg Unit 2B Fayetteville, AR
DATE: January 16, 2024
ITEM 1 – Bidding Requests For Information 2nd Batch
# Reference Question Answer
1. FX 101 phasing notes refer to phasing sheets GC119-125. There is no GC125 in the index or drawings- please advise.
2. Will it be acceptable for phase 3 (Exterior Stairs) to run in conjunction with phases 1 and 2 – to meet the 420 day timeline.
3. AE454 room 3B348 shows a window not a door vs. AD054 which shows remove and install door. This is not on the door schedule. Please clarify.
4. GI501 mentions fire treated ¾” marine grade plywood. Please identify what spec section this is in.
5. Are the bedside computers to be purchased by contractor, these computers are not mentioned on the equipment schedule but are mentioned in the general requirements and scope of work. If so, please provide specifics and amount.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Correct, sheet FX101 to state, "Refer to phasing sheets GC119-124." There is not sheet GC125.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text AD054 shows removal of window and wall for installation of door. AE104 shows new door 346-01 in same location. Door schedule on AE601 shows door 346-01.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Spec section 06 10 00, part 2.3.C.3 lists marine grade plywood.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Bedside computers are noted as JSN #M1801 in Specialty Equipment Schedule- VV (VA provided and installed) on Drawing Sheet QQH601.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Phasing is to proceed as laid out in the project documents to avoid any additional impacts on the hospital.
6. Will a BIM model be required by the contractor for this project?
7. Will an Administrative NTP be given prior to the Construction NTP (420 days) since submittals are often time-consuming.
8. Are online project management systems such as Procore acceptable for use on this project?
9. How many days between phases should prime contractors expect, if any?
10. Will Ward 2B be shut down in its entirety allowing the prime contractor full access at all times?
11. Are as-built fire sprinkler drawings available for the sprinkler bidders to review?
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Yes, by coordination note on GI001, contractor is to prepare a three-dimensional coordination model.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Only one NTP will be issued by contracting.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Procore is acceptable and is already used on-site.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Per specifications Section 01 32 16.15, Article 1.7.A.1.e, Contractor should expect a minimum of 5 workdays at the end of each phase for VA inspection and acceptance activity/event.
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text Per Spec Section 01 00 00, Article 1.6.I, immediate areas of work will be vacated (based off of phasing).
VHAFAVHardyC Typewritten Text VA engineering has been unable to locate any as-built sprinkler drawings in time to provide them with this RFI.
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