564-24-104 PRE_BID RFIs_Batch 2_Answered.docx
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- 36C25624R0102
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This document is a set of Requests for Information (RFIs) and their corresponding answers related to a federal contract opportunity to renovate space for logistics in Fayetteville, AR.
The key details are:
- The project number is 564-24-104 and the solicitation number is 36C25624R0102.
- The federal agency involved is the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Integrated Service Network 16.
- The RFIs cover topics such as interior finishes, wall protection, shelving requirements, and coordination drawings. Responses provide clarification on items like the correct flooring finish, acceptable wall system alternatives, temperature requirements for shelving, and availability of CAD files.
- Bidders are instructed to follow the deducts as written in the bid documents for the wire shelving item.
- The government will provide copies of current service agreements and contact information for special systems services, as needed, to the awardee.
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| 564-24-104 Design Amendment 03.pdf | ||
| 564-24-104 PRE_BID RFIs_Batch 2_Answered.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C25624R0102 Amendment 0004.docx | DOCX document | |
| Amendment 0003 36C25624R0102.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 Design Amendment 02.pdf | ||
| 564-24-104 Sheet HA101-A.pdf | ||
| 564-24-104 PRE_BID RFIs_ Answered.pdf | ||
| Amendment 0002 36C25624R0102.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 Site Visit Instructions.docx | DOCX document | |
| Amendment 0001 for 36C25624R0102.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C25624R0102 Solicitation_Final.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 Bid Drawings.pdf | ||
| 564-24-104 Specifications.pdf | ||
| 564-24-104 SOW Renovate Space for Logistics.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C25624R0102 Solicitation_Final.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 Site Visit Instructions.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 EXHIBIT A PERFORMANCE RELEVANCY SURVEY.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 Wage Determination AR20240128.docx | DOCX document | |
| 564-24-104 EXHIBIT B CONTRACTOR EVALUATION FORM.pdf |
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PROJECT # 564-24-104
Renovate Space for Logistics Fayetteville, AR
DATE: July18, 2024
ITEM 1 – Bidding Requests For Information
| # |
| Reference |
| Question |
| Answer |
1.
| Sheet AF602-A Interior Finish Schedule – A is missing room L109 Corridor. On Sheet AF601-A First Floor Finish Plan shows floor finish RES-6A and on Sheet AE111-A First Floor- Reflected Ceiling Plan shows New ACT. Please confirm room L109 gets finishes. |
| Confirmed, Corridor L109 receives new finishes. Corridor L109’s new flooring is RES-6A, walls are P-1, and ceiling is AT-1. This revised information plus other data is included in Amendment 02 dated 07/11/2024, on sheets AF601-A and AF602-A. |
2.
Sheet AF601-A Interior Finish Schedule – A Room L102 Break Down shows Floor Finish C-1. Finish Floor Legend, C-1 is Concrete Flooring, First Floor Finish Plan, L102 Break Down has the symbol RES-6A Resinous Heavy-Duty Flooring. What is the correct floor finish for room L102 Break Down?
The correct floor finish for Break Down Room L102 is RES-6A flooring, as shown on AF601-A First Floor Finish Plan. This information is included in Amendment 03 dated 07/16/2024, on sheet AF602-A, Interior Finish Schedule.
3.
Sheet GC102-A, 02.12 states “Barrier includes painted temporary walls…” Is STARC Wall Systems an acceptable alternative?
No, STARC Wall Systems are not an acceptable alternative at this location, denoted by Keynote 02.12 on sheet GC102-A.
4.
Sheet AF602-A, Interior Finish Schedule – A, under Wall Protection it shows WP-1, WP-2, and WP-3. Sheet AF603-A, Interior Material Type Legend under Mark does not designate WP-1, WP-2, and WP-3. Please clarify.
To clarify, detail F1 on sheet AF604-A shows the wall protection components of WP-1, WP-2, and WP-3. These wall protection components are specified in the Interior Finish Schedule on sheet AF603-A. See the “Mark” column on the Interior Finish Schedule for the components’ designators. These designator marks match the same designator marks on F1/AF604-A.
| 5. |
| Reference Shelving |
Can the VA clarify the need for the hi temp casters?
a. Is this unit going into an autoclave?
i. If so, what is the temp of the autoclave?
ii. If going into an autoclave, we do not recommend epoxy coating… we recommend SS high temp posts, please clarify.
b. If not going in an autoclave can we provide a more suitable caster?
c. What is the general application?
a. Units will be periodically cleaned in a cart washer, not an autoclave.
i. Units will not be cleaned in an autoclave, which uses water temperatures at about 250F. Instead, units will be cleaned in a cart washer using hot water temperatures at about 200F.
ii. Replace epoxy-coated posts with stainless steel, high-temperature rated posts.
b. AE: Retain the high temperature casters indicated on the bid documents.
c. These units are intended for sterile storage.
| 6. |
| Reference Drawing GI001-A, COORDINATION DRAWINGS |
The note states “THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL TAKE THE LEAD IN PREPARING COORDINATION DRAWINGS, INCLUDING THE COMPLETION OF A REVIT MODEL THAT IS BASED ON THE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT PDF FILES”.
Question:
1. Does the VA have Revit files/CAD files that were generated for this design, if so, will they be provided to the awardee?
CAD files can be provided to the awardee.
| 7. |
| Reference Drawing GI001-A, SCHEDULE OF BID ITEMS - ITEM 3; DEDUCT ALTERNATE NO. 2: WIRE SHELVING |
Typically, this would be an FFE item where the government provides and installs.
Question:
1. Can the VA confirm that we shall provide costs in our base bid for this FFE item and a deduct as well?
Follow the deducts as written in bid documents.
| 8. |
| Reference Drawing GI001-A, NAME BRAND OR EQUAL ITEMS |
The note states “…AND SHALL MAINTAIN ALL TESTING AGENCY LISTINGS AND SERVICE AGREEMENTS FOR THE ENTIRE SYSTEM”.
Questions:
1. Can the VA provide a copy of any current “service agreement(s) as noted with the asterisks prior to bid?
2. Can the VA provide the POC company name and phone number that currently services the special systems prior to bid?
Copies of current VA service agreements can be shared with awardee as needed.
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