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AMENDMENT 0001

A. Provides RFI Responses (Located in the SF30) B. Adds Accessory Schedule (Located in SF30) C. Updates DOL Wage Determination D. Adds Site Visit Sign In Sheet E. Amends RFP Due Date

Tabitha Contreras

VA-VHA-2020-FB33BFA2

RFI # Item General Response

001 May the AISC Certification per division 5 be waived due to the limited number of contractors with this certification in our state?

Yes, this can be waived.

002 May the Superintendent also assume the role of the Site Safety and Health Officer and the role of the CQC System Manager?

Yes, as long as the individual is qualified for the position.

003 What is the existing roof manufacturer and is it still under warranty? The manufacturer is Trimco and the roof is not under warranty.

004 Is this project subject to Liquidated damages? This project is not subject to liquidated damages.

Sheet G100, General Note E states that all workers must have the Flu shot for the current year of contract, as per VA Directive 1013. As workers won’t have contact with patients, will this be required to be compliant?

Yes, workers must comply to contract documents.

Sheet G112, notes 3 & 4 require all debris leaving the construction area to be disposed of in tightly covered containers. Will this be required since we will have direct access to the loading dock and won’t have to travel through hospital corridors?

Yes, per contract documents.

007 Is the DOL Wage Determinations the correct one for this project?

The DOL Wage Determination for this project is MS20250051 dated 1/2/2026.

To provide an accurate estimate on the temporary kitchens, more information is needed:

-an equipment list of cook appliances requested (size and amount) -sq footage of refrigeration -sq footage of freezer space -how many kitchen staff employees will be working predominately in this mobile space (A VA Question) -is a mobile dishwashing facility required -sq footage of dry storage space requested -Dimensions of the mobile kitchen site to house (hold) 3-6 kitchen units [one is 8ft x 53 ft]

- is the site level to 3" variance and compacted to provide 18 months stable soil (Architectural/site conditions question)

A general list of cooking appliances and amounts are included in the contract documents. All square footages are available to be taken from the contract documents. A dishwashing module is required per the contract documents.

Again, available from the construction documents.

009 Sheet K103 is missing notes 4 & 5.

Note 4. PROVIDE BOX OUT IN

CEILING GRID LAYOUT FOR

EXHAUST SYSTEM HOODS

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How many staff members will be using the temporary kitchen facilities?

(VA Question)

The maximum in the kitchen at the same time would be around 30.

On average, how many meals per day will the temporary kitchens be providing? (VA Question)

The temporary kitchen must have the capacity to prepare 450 meals per day.

Typically, the temporary food service kitchens come pre-fitted with equipment. Will the VA be fine with using the pre-fitted Temporary kitchen equipment (if it meets current VA standards) in lieu of using the existing kitchen equipment in the current VA kitchen?

The project is designed for and requires a mixture of both temporary kitchen equipment from the kitchen provider and the current VA kitchen.

Section 078400 of the specifications require that Firestopping only be performed by a subcontractor who is approved by UL or FM. Can this be waived due to the limited number of contractors with this certification in our state?

The VA would accept fire caulking by all contractors as long as the firestopping meets spec. This should be inspected by the GC and the EOR.

014 Please advise if interim life safety measures, fire watches, or temporary alarms are required.

Yes, the VA allows for heat sensors to be installed during construction.

015 Can the contractor use the existing on-site utilities for temporary electricity and water free of charge? If not, please provide a daily utility cost.

Yes, the contractor can use existing site utilities free of charge.

Pertaining the sheet K-102:

There is an equipment schedule calling out:

“Existing” equipment which I assume is being provided by the client or others “Vendor” which I assume is to be included and provided by the temporary kitchen supplier

There are several pieces that are not assigned- or more info needed 11 Bun Pan Rack 31 Double deck Convection oven 34 2ea Combi Oven – 10 pan

34.1 Combi Oven – 6 pan stacked

37 2ea 40gal tilt kettle 60 Dish Machine – (Vendor) need requested size/type

11 Bun Pan Rack (vendor) 31 Double deck Convection oven (Vendor Moved) 34 2ea Combi Oven – 10 pan (1 Vendor, 1 Vendor Moved)

34.1 Combi Oven – 6 pan

stacked (Vendor Moved) 37 2ea 40gal tilt kettle (Vendor) 60 Dish Machine – (Vendor) Flight Machine

017 Does the walk-in cooler, freezer and dry storage require any interior shelving?

Per contract documents, the only shelving required within the walk-in cooler, freezer and dry storage are free standing shelves shown on the kitchen equipment drawings.

We will be quoting different size modules for the main kitchen, with a slight variation in the layout- assuming this is acceptable if all equipment, production flow and space allocation are similar.

Any variation/build out to module sizes and layout will need to be approved by the VA prior to acceptance based on module function and VA operational requirements.

019 Can the sign-in sheet be provided? The sign-in sheet will be provided via a future amendment on SAM.gov

Will a complex of 48’ individual trailers- arranged similarly with appropriate covered decking, with similar equipment and throughout be an acceptable solution?

Yes, but only if the same equipment quantities, operational function and storage volumes are maintained.

The toilet compartments, Section 102113, are calling for stainless steel partitions and screens, but then the finish schedule on AE601 calls for Inpro toilet partitions. Inpro does not make a SS toilet compartment.

Please advise on how to proceed.

Stainless steel toilet partitions are required. Provide applicable stainless steel option. Inpro provided as basis of design only.

Fire extinguisher cabinets, Section 104413, says to hold a 10lb fire extinguisher. Is this fire extinguisher to be regular multipurpose ABC type, or are some Class K wet chem types needed since this has kitchen equipment?

The extinguisher in the architectural cabinet is a 10lb ABC extinguisher. Class K extinguishers are required at the cooking equipment, but they are separate devices and are not housed in the 10 44 13 cabinets.

023 Will a propane grinder be an acceptable means/methods for flooring demolition, given that there is proper ventilation?

Means and methods are at the discretion of the contractor while complying with the Contract Documents (eg. Noise limits, ventilation, etc.).

Would the government allow the same accommodation on installers of Fire Stopping allowing the contractor employees who have previously installed firestopping to install fireproofing under supervision of fireproofing consultant?

The VA would accept fire caulking by all contractors as long as the firestopping meets spec. This should be inspected by the GC and the EOR.

025 Is any commissioning required on this project? Yes, refer to 01 91 00.

026 Can the Superintendent also be the Prime Contractor’s Commissioning Manager during commissioning?

“A qualified individual appointed by the Contractor to manage the commissioning process on behalf of the Contractor.” Per spec Section 01 91 00.

027 Is a full-time on-site quality control manager required for this project? Yes, per spec 01 45 00.

028 Can the Superintendent also be the quality control manager? Yes, per spec 01 45 00.

029 Is a full-time on-site Safety and Health Officer required for this project? Yes, per spec 01 35 26.

030 Can the Superintendent also be the site safety and Health Officer? Yes, As long as the individual is qualified for the position.

031 Can the Superintendent be Triple hatted as the SSHO and QC Manager? Yes, As long as the individual is qualified for the position.

As is typical for most VA projects can the QC plan be implemented by the onsite superintendent and administrated by the PM without additional staff (other than what is required for commissioning) as called for 01 45 00.?

Yes, based on the requirements outlined in spec 01 45 00.

033 What is the current budget available for this construction procurement? The magnitude of construction range is indicated on page 1 of the solicitation.

034 What is the total dollar amount that the VA has requested for this project? The magnitude of construction range is indicated on page 1 of the solicitation.

035 Does the VA have full funding for this project on station? This is internal information and not necessary to submit a proposal.

036 Will any of this work have to be performed after hours or weekends?

Yes, per drawings, some work will have to be performed after hours or on weekends.

037 Will this project be done in phases?

Kitchen functions must remain operational at all times per the drawings and specifications. The temporary kitchen site work must be completed prior to the kitchen construction beginning.

Contractor responsible for sequencing of the work.

038 Will each phase have to be fully completed before moving to the next or can some phases be completed simultaneously?

Kitchen functions must remain operational at all times per the drawings and specifications. The temporary kitchen site work must be completed prior to the kitchen construction beginning.

Contractor responsible for sequencing of the work.

039 Will the entire kitchen area be given to the contractor at one time and all kitchen staff moved into the Temporary Kitchen?

Kitchen functions must remain operational at all times per the drawings and specifications. The temporary kitchen site work must be completed prior to the kitchen construction beginning.

Contractor responsible for sequencing of the work.

040 How many areas will the contractor be given at a time? And in what order?

The site will be turned over to the contractor to complete the site work. Once the VA has moved into the temporary kitchen, the Contractor may begin work on the kitchen.

Since the only entrance into the construction area will be from the exterior will the contractor still be required to keep the entire construction area under negative pressure? If so, what openings can we use to vent our negative air to meet the ICRA requirements?

Negative pressure will be required per drawings and specs.

Openings within the project area can be used by the contractor.

042 In ICRA areas that require Category B Level 1 or 2, can we use zip-walls or plastic sheeting as containment?

If the zip-wall or plastic sheeting meets the requirements of the drawings and specifications then it will be acceptable. Contractor to determine methods of construction meet the Contract Documents.

In any ICRA areas that require above Category B containment, can plastic wall panels be used for the ICRA walls, such as STARC Panels or Temporary Wall System’s panels?

If the zip-wall or plastic sheeting meets the requirements of the drawings and specifications then it will be acceptable. Contractor to determine methods of construction meet the Contract Documents.

044 Will temporary sprinklers be required during demolition? No, temporary sprinklers will not be required.

045 Will the contractor be required to turn the existing sprinkler heads up during construction once the ceiling is removed?

No, the contractor will not be required to turn the existing sprinkler heads up.

046 Will we have to test and balance the HVAC system after the work is complete?

Yes, mechanical sheets call for rebalance. Refer to spec section 23 05 93 for full scope of testing and balancing required for the HVAC system

047 Who is the manufacturer of the current Nurse Call system Nurse call is not within project area/scope

048 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current Nurse Call System

Nurse call is not within project area/scope

049 Who is the manufacturer of the current Fire Alarm system Siemens

050 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current Fire Alarm System

Siemens

051 Who is the manufacturer of the current Security and Access Control system?

Software House CCure 9000 system

052 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current Security and Access Control System?

Must be licensed to work on Software House CCure 9000 system

053 Please confirm whether the Access Control work in this project is to be CFCI, OFCI, or OFOI?

CFCI - CCure 9000 includes licenses

054 Who is the manufacturer of the current CCTV system? Vicon - Global

055 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current CCTV System? (601) 982-4585

056 Please confirm whether the CCTV work in this project is to be CFCI, OFCI, or OFOI?

CFCI - Vicon compatible include licenses

057 Who is the manufacturer of the current Telecommunications system? None

058 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current Telecommunications System?

None

059 Who is the manufacturer of the current HVAC Controls? Johnson Controls

060 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current HVAC Controls?

Kevin Deason kevin.m.deason@jci.c om

061 Who is the manufacturer of the current Building Automation System? Johnson Controls

062 Please provide contact name and phone number for who services the current Building Automation System?

Kevin Deason kevin.m.deason@jci.c om

063 Who is the existing signage contractor for this VA? Creative Sign Systems

The Scope of work document states that an asbestos survey has been completed and all exposed surfaces do not contain any Asbestos, but if the contractor does find asbestos it will be handled as a change order.

However, the specifications have a spec section for Asbestos floor tile and lead based paint removal. Are these specification sections only for reference or is the contractor expected to include this abatement work in their base bid? If in the base bid, please clarify the areas of the project that this work pertains to?

The asbestos and lead specifications include information on locations where asbestos and lead were tested. The SOW, Section 3.6 shall apply to areas not called out in the Div 02 specifications.

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Spec section 04 20 00 part 1.4 states Delegated Design drawings and calculations: signed and sealed by responsible design professional. The design of the components in this project is not the responsibility of the contractor, it is the responsibility of the designer of record, Reitano Design Group. This project is not a design-build contract; therefore, it is not the contractor’s responsibility to perform structural engineering or determine the adequacy of the existing framing to support the Masonry.

This is not something that can be observed or determined by a “pre-bid site visit”. The Engineer of Record is responsible for evaluating the existing structural conditions and identifying the appropriate components that will provide sufficient capacity, or to design and detail any necessary modifications or reinforcements needed. Please provide a stamped design for the masonry that is required for the contractor to include in their bid and remove this language from the specification?

Based on the scope of this project, this is not applicable and can be removed.

Spec section 05 12 00 part 2.1 and part 1.4 states Delegated Design drawings and calculations: signed and sealed by responsible design professional. Design and detail all connections for each member size, steel grade and connection type to resist the loads and reactions indicated on the drawings. The design of the components in this project is not the responsibility of the contractor, it is the responsibility of the designer of record, Reitano Design Group. This project is not a design-build contract; therefore, it is not the contractor’s responsibility to perform structural engineering or determine the adequacy of the existing framing to support any new steel framing. This is not something that can be observed or determined by a “pre-bid site visit”. The Engineer of Record is responsible for evaluating the existing structural conditions and identifying the appropriate components that will provide sufficient capacity, or to design and detail any necessary modifications or reinforcements needed. Please provide a stamped design for any new structural steel that is required for the contractor to include in their bid and remove this language from the specification?

Based on the scope of this project, this is not applicable and can be removed.

067 Spec section 08 08 00 part 2.4 refers to Blast resistant glazing. Please clarify where blast resistant glazing is required?

Blast requirements for glazing will not be a part of this project.

068 Please specify the maximum blast rating that will be required for the glazing.

Blast requirements for glazing will not be a part of this project.

069 Spec section 08 08 00 part 1.5 refers to Bullet resistant glazing. Please clarify where bullet resistant glazing is required?

Blast requirements for glazing will not be a part of this project.

070 Please specify the maximum bullet resistance rating that will be required for the glazing.

Blast requirements for glazing will not be a part of this project.

Spec section 08 41 13 part 2.1 and Delegated Design: Prepare submittal documents including design calculations and drawing signed and sealed by registered design professional. The design of the components in this project is not the responsibility of the contractor, it is the responsibility of the designer of record, Reitano Design Group. This project is not a design-build contract; therefore, it is

Delegated design is not required for the aluminum storefront in this project.

not the contractor’s responsibility to perform structural engineering or determine the adequacy of the existing framing to support any new Aluminum Storefronts. This is not something that can be observed or determined by a “pre-bid site visit”. The Engineer of Record is responsible for evaluating the existing structural conditions and identifying the appropriate components that will provide sufficient capacity, or to design and detail any necessary modifications or reinforcements needed. Please provide a stamped design for the Aluminum Storefronts that are required for the contractor to include in their bid and remove this language from the specification?

Spec Section 13 05 41 is written as a delegated design specification requiring seismic restraint shop drawings and calculations to be prepared by a licensed structural engineer in Mississippi. Please confirm that seismic restraint design for non-structural components is the responsibility of the contractor.

Yes, confirm that seismic restraint design for non-structural components is the responsibility of the contractor.

The specification 13 05 41 lists seismic design parameters but does not provide specific values. Please provide the following project-specific seismic design values:

a. Site Class?

B. Building Risk Category?

c. Seismic Design Category?

d. Ss, S1, SDS, SD1?

e. Component Importance Factor (Ip)?

f. Response Modification Factor (Rp)? Overstrength Factor?

All of these values are in 13 05 41.

074 Please confirm whether Ip = 1.5 applies to all non-structural components? Yes.

Part 3.1. of the spec states seismic anchor loads will be transferred into existing structure. Has the existing structure been evaluated to confirm it can support new seismic anchor loads? If deficiencies are discovered, please clarify responsibility for design, cost, and schedule impacts of required structural reinforcement.

The existing structure will adequately support the seismic anchor loads. There will be no further design, cost, or schedule implications due to seismic anchorage scope. Further:

nonstructural component seismic loading will be generated from the anchorage of partition walls, new utility piping and ductwork, the air handler unit, etc during earthquake events. The SEOR has already confirmed that the (relatively small) magnitude of load that is transferred from these items (through multiple, well-distributed anchorage points) into the structure during a seismic event will not pose a concern to the existing capacity of the structure. While the exact magnitudes of these loads will depend on the contractor’s chosen anchorage methods and quantities, the SEOR is confident that the existing concrete structure is adequate and safe for the added loading.

076 Please clarify responsibility for resolving conflicts where seismic restraints interfere with existing utilities, architectural finishes, fireproofing, or access clearances?

Coordination of seismic restraints is part of the contractor's responsibility, including avoiding existing utilities, finishes and access clearances. Repair of damaged fireproofing is the responsibility of the contractor. Means and methods of the contractor to provide access clearances should be restored to existing conditions.

Can the VA confirm that this project and its components have been designed and all components of construction have been included in the drawings and that the VA is not relying on the vague, wide-reaching, requirements written in the specifications to cover anything missed by the Architect and Engineers?

The request for a global confirmation of completeness is not appropriate for an RFI and is not required by the contract. The drawings and specifications together form the Contract Documents, and each is intended to be read in conjunction with the other. The Contractor is responsible for reviewing and coordinating the full set of documents. If there is a specific detail or component in question, please identify it so it can be addressed.

The specifications are written in a way that projects some of the design on to the contractor despite this project not being a design-build project.

Please clarify if the contractor needs to carry Errors and Omissions insurance in case, they are required to provide stamped designs for some components?

GC is required to provide submittals as called for in the project specifications. It is the GC's decision what insurance to carry.

079 On sheet CD100 are the dark bold black lines in the Southeast corner existing striping?

Yes, those are existing pavement striping.

Please clarify who will be responsible for the emptying of the temporary grease trap, will this service be added to the VA’s contract for whoever they use now to empty their grease traps?

The contractor will be responsible for the emptying of the temporary grease trap.

081 On sheet C501, please provide a basis of design for the hot poured rubber joint sealing compound?

This is what is specified in the VA Technical Information Library specification for concrete paving joints.

On sheet C501, Detail 1, 2, 3, & 4 show a T for pavement thickness. It is not the contractor’s job to guess at how thick the existing concrete pavement is, it is the Design team’s job to provide that information to the contractor prior to bidding. Will the VA please provide an assumed thickness for the concrete in these details?

The thickness specified in Details 1 through 3 is for the proposed pavement thickness and that is specified in the Detail 6 for proposed concrete pavements.

For the existing paving in Detail 4, the thickness will need to be field verified, but assume for bidding that the existing concrete is 8-inches thick.

083 Is there a floor or crawl space below the Work area or is it the bottom floor with slab on grade?

A lower level is beneath the area of work, per engineering drawings in the contract documents.

084 Will the contractor be required to move any of the existing furniture or equipment?

It will be the contractor’s responsibility to dispose of any furniture or equipment remaining in the space after the temporary kitchen is set up, that will be onsite upon the space being awarded to them. Some equipment will need to be turned into the warehouse.

085 If the contractor is responsible for moving the existing furniture, will storage be available from the VA for the furniture, equipment, or casework?

It will be the contractor’s responsibility to dispose of any furniture or equipment remaining in the space after the temporary kitchen is set up, that will be onsite upon the space being awarded to them. Some equipment will need to be turned into the warehouse.

086 Will the VA please provide a cut through detail of the existing flooring? Additional details are not available.

087 Is the existing flooring in a mortar bed?

Bidders can assume all existing quarry tile is over a 1" mortar bed except where noted on AD101, not 2.17, which can be assumed to have a 4" mortar bed.

On sheet AD101 note 2.17 states to remove all concrete over pour back to the original existing slab level. Since this was not visible at the site visit, please provide a detail showing the thickness of this concrete over pour or provide as assumption for all contractors to base their bid on?

Bidders can assume a 4" mortar bed beneath the quarry tile at noted locations.

089 Is there any reason to believe the slab beneath the flooring has moisture in it and moisture remediation will be needed?

Moisture remediation will be needed if the results of relevant tests from spec 09 05 16 are unsatisfactory.

090 Have other areas on this floor needed moisture remediation on the concrete slab in past projects?

No

Per spec 09 05 16 Section 3.3.A specifies the use of a moisture remediation coating only when the results of ASTM F2170 relative humidity testing exceed the requirements of the flooring manufacturer.

Similarly, pH and moisture testing are outlined in Section 3.2.G–H. Can you confirm that moisture remediation coatings, pH neutralization treatments, or other corrective measures included in this specification are only required if slab test results are unsatisfactory?

Correct, moisture remediation coatings, pH neutralization treatments, and other corrective measures will be needed if the results of relevant tests from spec 09 05 16 are unsatisfactory.

Specification Section 09 05 16 includes detailed descriptions and product requirements for both moisture remediation systems (Section 2.1) and underlayments (Section 2.2), yet it is unclear whether these items are part of the base bid or only applicable if testing shows deficiencies.

Please clarify is the intent that all floor slab testing is to be included in the base bid, and any required remedial treatment (e.g., moisture remediation coating or underlayment) would be added by change order/modification if needed, based on test results?

All tests are required per spec 09 05 16 are part of the base bid.

Moisture remediation coatings, pH neutralization treatments, and other corrective measures shall be treated as an unforeseen condition during construction.

093 The specification 09 05 16 calls out multiple tests ASTM F1869, F2170, and pH testing. Which of these tests are required in our base bid price?

All tests are required per spec 09 05 16 are part of the base bid.

Moisture remediation coatings, pH neutralization treatments, and other corrective measures shall be treated as an unforeseen condition during construction.

Without knowing the actual moisture or pH conditions of the concrete prior to bid, there is significant risk in trying to price products like moisture remediation coatings (epoxy vapor barriers, etc.), cementitious self-leveling underlayment, or trowel-applied patches. Including these without confirmation could lead to either inflated pricing or post-award cost disputes. Thus, under FAR principles of clarity in solicitation documents and equitable risk distribution please provide clear directions on what is to be included in our base bid for subsurface preparation?

Would the Government clarify an allowance price for all bidding contractors to carry for fair bid leveling?

All tests are required per spec 09 05 16 are part of the base bid Moisture remediation coatings, pH neutralization treatments, and other corrective measures shall be treated as an unforeseen condition during construction.

Sheet AD141 notes 2.73 and 2.74 state to provide temporary support of the adjacent ceilings during wall demolition. What type of ceilings are the adjacent ceilings in the lunch and Vending Room? Why can they not just be removed and replaced?

Note 9.07 on sheet AE141 states, "Modify existing acoustical ceiling tile and grid as necessary to accommodate new wall construction." The extent of removal/replacement is at the discretion of the contractor based on the means and methods chosen by the contractor to accomplish the work. The existing lunch room and vending room at this location will need to remain operational during construction.

096 Can the VA provide a basis of design for the temporary pre-engineered aluminum extruded ramp, stairs and platform?

Temporary prefabricated ramp, stair, and platform shall be proposed by the contractor. See drawing AE321 and Safety Requirement 01 35 26, Part 1.20 Scaffolding and Other Work Platforms.

On sheet AE101 and AE701 General note K states to slope floor finish 1/8”=1’ 0 to floor drains.

a. The specification 09 67 23 Resinous Flooring is for RES-6A and RES-6B. The finish schedule does not have an RES-6A or RES- 6B, it only has RES-1. Is this specification for RES-1?

b. Is the existing slab already sloped to the floor drains at 1/8” =

1’0?

c. The resinous floor system follows the contours of the existing substrate, if the existing substrate is not already sloped then the contractor needs a drawing with spot elevations throughout to know how much floor patch is going to have to be applied to achieve the slope. Will the VA please provide these spot elevations? The contractor may have to move the floor drains up or down to achieve this slope. Please provide the elevations of the existing floor drains.

a. Yes, this spec is applicable to all resinous flooring in the drawings.

b. The existing VCT, ceramic tile, quarry tile and mud bed will be removed as a part of this project. Existing structural concrete slab does not slope to the drains.

The grout bed beneath the quarry tile identified in note 2.17 on sheet AD101 is presumed to be 3" above the existing structural concrete slab. All floor prep shall be included in the base bid. d.

Contractor shall presume the floor drain elevations will need to be adjusted. Verify in field.

098 Is the existing kitchen roof under warranty? No, the existing roof is not under warranty.

099 On Sheet AE601 please confirm that SCW stands for solid core wood door?

Correct, SCW stands for solid core wood door.

100 Are doors to be factory finished or field finished?

Per 08 14 00, wood doors can be field or factory finished. See part

2.4 A and B.

C. Hollow metal doors must be finished based on hollow metal door spec.

101 Will automatic doors be required to enter and exit the temporary kitchen? No.

102 Can the VA provide installation manuals or cut sheets for the Owner Furnished Contractor Installed items?

spec. 11 40 00-31, shows the

BOD

103 Please confirm that all items on sheet K101 are new and will be provided by the contractor.

That is correct.

Has the VA included the time for the fabrication of the Temporary Kitchen (6-8 months) in the 18-month construction duration?

Yes, the construction of the temporary kitchen is included in the 18-month construction duration.

105 For the Temporary Kitchen cold storage, does the VA want refrigerated trailers for this?

The VA will accept bids for refrigerated trailers or custom-fabricated solutions, provided they meet our specified requirements.

106 Confirm that the VA will provide the necessary power hook ups for the Temporary Kitchen and all temporary cold storage and dry storage?

No, the VA will not provide. The Division 26 contractor is responsible for providing the electrical connections to the temporary kitchen trailers and all temporary cold and dry storage, as detailed on the single-line diagram.

107 Does the temporary cold storage and dry storage need to be prefabricated by BALLY?

No, the VA will accept bids for refrigerated trailers or custom-fabricated solutions, provided they meet our specified requirements.

108 Please confirm that all of the equipment items listed on K102 that have the word (EXISTING) beside them will be owner provided and contractor installed?

That is correct, specifically the Kitchen Equipment Contractor.

109 Will the owner-supplied kitchen equipment be disconnected from the utilities and ready to be moved into the temporary kitchen?

No, the contractor is responsible for disconnect and relocation.

What is the time frame to take the current kitchen offline, move the VA equipment into the temporary kitchen and become operational again?

Kitchen functions must remain operational at all times per the drawings and specifications.

Contractor responsible for sequencing of the Work.

Has the VA consulted with any temporary kitchen companies that are already familiar with the existing equipment that will be used in the temporary kitchen? If so, who?

a. If not please provide manufacturers and model numbers for all of the equipment listed on sheet K102 and K301 so the kitchen can be fabricated accordingly?

The temporary kitchen manufacturer is to provide the equipment they typically would for the unit and the VA is providing their existing equipment. The equipment manufacturer and model numbers are flexible but must fit to the MEP requirements shown in the construction documents.

If any of the cold storage or dry storage, permanent or temporary, needs to be on a redundant system please make sure that is clearly noted in the drawings and specs and detailed how to be achieved?

Yes, the storage needs to be N+1. They are to work 24/7.

113 Will the contractor be responsible for any permits with the City of Jackson?

Yes, the contractor will be responsible for any necessary permits required with the City of Jackson.

114 Please confirm that there will not be any tap fees for installing the temporary grease trap and Sanitary sewer piping for temp kitchen.

No, there will be no tap fees for installing the temporary kitchen.

115 How many training sessions will be required for the temp kitchen? The Va will require one training session for the temporary kitchen.

116 Is there ICRA containment needed at Drawing GI112 Detail 1at the double doors called out as 1.02?

Per contract documents, doors to exterior will not be required an ICRA barrier. Door shall be secured for construction access.

Can the VA please provide a reflected ceiling plan for PD99 and PD100 and PP100, it appears that all of these ceilings will have to be removed and replaced for the demolition of this piping.?

Contractors can verify conditions in field prior to bid or make assumptions to cover anticipated costs to work above the ceilings.

There are no ceilings in the sub-basement. All ceilings in the basement project area shall be assumed to be acoustical ceiling tile.

118 How will the work on sheets PD99, PD100 and PP100 have to be coordinated and performed? Will the area be vacated for the performance of this work?

All work will need to be coordinated with the COR. Crawl space is unoccupied.The Basement area will NOT be vacated, work will be coordinated with the COR.

119 Please provide more information on the required rental type pad mount transformer?

Provide a NEMA 3R, outdoor-rated, pad mounted 500 kVA transformer with a 480V primary and 208/120V, 3-phase, wire secondary

120 Will a completed representation and certification be required in the proposal?

Yes, reps and certs will be required as stated in the solicitation.

121 Will a signed Limitations of Subcontracting be required in the proposal? Yes, as required by the solicitation.

122 Can the bid date for the project be extended to provide more time for contractors?

No. There is no planned extension.

123 Can a second round of RFIs be submitted once the initial RFI answers are provided as usually these answers call for more clarifications in most

At this time, all RFIs accepted were on or before 2/20/26, per the cases? solicitation.

124 Wall type “C1” is called out on AE101 – First Floor Plan; however, the Wall Type Schedule (GI002) does not mention type “C1.” Can this detail be provided?

All reference to partition type C1 shall be revised to type A1.

Drawing revisions will be provided prior to mobilization of awarded Contractor.

125 On spec Page 771: Item #22 – Tray Makeup Conveyor, also on Spec Page 776: Item #22 – Two-Door Reach-in Refrigerator. Please provide clarification about which piece of equipment is assigned the incorrect item number and what the correct item number is?

K101 of drawing shows the layout and numbers to follow.

126 On Spec Page 794 it lists Item #80 as Fryer, Deep Fat, Electric, however, the drawings do not show an Item #80 and the Equipment Schedule lists Item #80 as a Spare Number. Please clarify where the error exists and what the correction is?

K101 #38.

On Spec Page 795 it lists Item #32 as Tilt Skillet, however, the drawings do not show Item #32 and the Equipment Schedule lists Item #32 as Spare Number.

Please clarify where the error exists and what the correction is?

Trailer equipment schedule.

128 Specifications list Item #77 as Cold Food Serving Counter (Qty. 1), however the Drawings and Equipment Schedule lists Item #77 a Worktables with a Qty. of 2. Please clarify where the error exists and what the correction is?

K101 shows 2 and locations, 77 goes with temp trailer.

129 Specifications list Item #82 as a Range with Cabinet Base, however the Drawings and Equipment Schedule show Item #82 as a Microwave located on Item #77 Work Table. Please clarify where the error exists and what the correction is?

K101 microwave is #82.

130 Specifications list Item #83 as True Refrigerated Prep Table, however the Drawings and Equipment Schedule show Item #83 as Conveyor Toaster located on the second Item #77 Work Table. Please clarify where the error exists and what the correction is?

K101 #83 toaster.

PROJECT TITLE: Renovate Nutrition PROJECT NO.:

TYPE

MARK

NAME VV VC CV CC COUN

T

A1030 LOCKER, 2 PERSON, OVER UNDER X 7

A1070 MIRROR, FLOAT GLASS, WITH SS FRAME X 2

A5075 DISPENSER, SOAP, DISPOSABLE X 9

A5077 DISPENSER, HAND SANITIZER, HANDS-FREE X 1

A5080 DISPENSER, PAPER TOWEL X 2

A5082 DISPENSER, PAPER TOWEL, SENSOR, HANDS

FREE

X 7

A5090 DISPOSAL, SANITARY NAPKIN, SS, SURFACE

MOUNTED

X 2

A5107 DISPENSER, GLOVE, SURGICAL-EXAMINATION,

WALL MNTD

X 1

A5109

GRAB BAR, 1-1/4" DIA., SS, W/C ACCESSIBLE (1'-6",

2'-0" & 3'- 0")

X 2

A5200 DISPENSER, TOILET TISSUE, SS, 2-ROLL,

SURFACE MNTD

X 3

A5212 BRACKET, TELEVISION, WALL-MOUNTED, TILT

ANGLE

X 1

A5220 BRACKET, TELEVISION, WALL BRACKING X 1

F0275 CHAIR, SWIVEL, HIGH BACK X 2

F0420 CABINET, FILING, LATERAL, HALF HEIGHT X 2

F2000 BASKET, WASTEPAPER X 2

F2010 BASKET, WASTE PAPER, STEP-ON X 5

F2015 BASKET, WASTEPAPER, METALPLASTIC, 2

SWINGING DOORS

X 1

F5135 SHELF, UTILITY W/ MOP/BROOM HOLDERS, SS,

SURF MNTD

X 1

K1552 BREWER, COFFEE, AUTO, ELECT, 3 BURNER,

FRONT-BACK

X 1

M0512 TELEVISION, HDTV, LARGE SCREEN, 60IN X 1

M1801 COMPUTER WITH FLAT PANEL MONITOR X 4

Z0001 DESK, COMPUTER, 42" x 24" X 2

Z0003 DESK, L-SHAPE, 6'x6' 1

Table 1: Updated Accessory Schedule from Sheet AE411

TYPE

MARK

NAME VV VC CV CC COUN

T

A1015 TELEPHONE, DESK, MULTIPLE LINE X 8

A1020 TELEPHONE, CONFERENCING SYSTEM X 1

A5145 HOOK, GARMENT, DOUBLE, SS, SURFACE

MOUNTED

X 8

A5212 BRACKET, TELEVISION, WALL-MOUNTED, TILT

ANGLE

X 1

A5220 BRACKET, TELEVISION, WALL BRACKING X 1

F0205 CHAIR, SIDE, WITH ARMS X 12

F0220 CHAIR, CONFERENCE X 10

F0275 CHAIR, SWIVEL, HIGH BACK X 14

F0420 CABINET, FILING, LATERAL, HALF HEIGHT X 8

F2000 BASKET, WASTEPAPER X 9

F3200 CLOCK, BATTERY, 12IN DIAMETER 2022 X 8

M0512 TELEVISION, HDTV, LARGE SCREEN, 60IN X 1

M1801 COMPUTER WITH FLAT PANEL MONITOR X 15

Z0001 DESK, COMPUTER, 42" x 24" X 6 Z0002 TABLE, CONFERENCE, 48" x 120" X 1 Z0003 DESK, L-SHAPE, 6'x6' X 8

Z0005 PRINTER SCANNER FAX X 1

Table 2: Updated Accessory Schedule from Sheet AE731

Project # 586-22-104, Jackson VA Renovate Nutrition & Food Service Kitchen

• Item # 21-Worktables (7) ea.

• Item # 23-60 Qt. Mixer (1) ea.

• Item # 32-Tilting Skillet (2) ea.

• Item # 33-Four Burner Range (1) ea.

• Item # 38-48” Griddle (1) ea.

• Item # 41-Worktable w/ Prep Sinks (1) ea.

• Item # 44-Kitchen Shelving Units (15) ea.

• Item # 52-Kitchen Shelving Units (2) ea.

• Item # 55- Meal Tray Delivery Carts (12) ea.

• Item # 70-Tray Starter Station (1) ea.

• Item # 74-Ticket Printer (2) ea.

• Item # 75-Tray Make-Up Conveyor (1) ea.

• Item # 76-Hot Food Counter (2) ea.

• Item # 77-Cold Food Counter (1) ea.

• Item # 87-Roll In Refrigerator (1) ea.

• Item # 88-Air Curtain Refrigerator (2) ea.

• Item # 89-Worktable (1) ea.

• Item # 90-Beverage Dispenser (1) ea.

• Item # 91-Juice Dispenser (1) ea.

• Item #92-Reach-In Freezer (1) ea.

• All Cooler, Freezer and Dry Storage Shelving.

Equipment leased from vendor:

• Item #31-Double Deck Convection Oven (1) ea.

• Item #34-Combi Oven 10 Pan (1) ea.

• Item #34.1-Combi Oven Double Stack (2) ea.

• Item #37-Gas Tilting Kettles (2) ea.

• Item #26-Exhaust System (2) ea.

• Item #45-Hand Sink (6) ea.

• Item #50-Three Compartment Sink (1) ea.

• Item #51-Mop Sink (1) ea.

• Item #59-Clean Dish Table (1) ea.

• Item #60-Dish Machine (1) ea.