36C25718R0346-0004001.pdf

RFIs for 36C257-18-R-0346 Design-Build Parking Garage Phase II

Q1. Reference Block 11 of the SF1442 regarding completion calendar days. It states that performance is to be completed within 365 calendar days from NTP. A question was asked in phase 1 concerning this and the answer given was that the intent was for the 365 days to include both the design and construction. With the required amount of design submittals (35%, 75%, 100% & Final Documents), the design phase alone normally requires 6 months. This does not leave enough time for construction.

Normal durations for a parking garage of this size would be 6 months for design and 12 months for construction. Please extend project completion duration to 540 calendar days. This time frame could be shortened some if fast-tracking is allowed.

A1. Concur with project duration extension.

Q2. Under the Statement of Work, Item 2: For clarification, does the 14 calendar days for VA design submittal review apply to all four design submittals (35%, 75%, 100% & Final Documents) or only the final documents? If it is to all submittals, the total design time is 146 days, which only leaves 219 days for construction. Both the design and construction phases are too short if the overall duration remains at 365 days.

A2. 14 days are for all four design submittals

Q3. Refer to the Attachment Document issued in Phase 1 that was developed by HFS Company.

Considering that the parking garage has now been re-located, how much of this document is now relative and accurate?

A3. The attachment document that was provided by HFS is to be utilized. However, design information that pertains to the previous location of the parking garage is irrelevant (Geotech, entrance locations and etc.) and shall be reexamined.

Q4. Refer to the Attachment Document issued in Phase 1 that was developed by HFS Company. In our design are we to strictly comply with Attachment 3: Traffic Flow, Attachment 4: Conceptual Structural Design and Attachment 6: Conceptual Rendering or do we have the freedom to vary from this coneptual design considering we are required to submit “our” conceptual drawings with Phase 2?

A4. The design of the parking garage shall resemble the information that was provided by HFS.

Q5. Please advise if there are any specific permits that will be required for this project, i.e., storm water management permit of modification to existing storm water management permit, permitting through Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, SWPP, etc.

A5. Standard permitting is required to meet local, state and federal requirements.

Q6. We understand that our design needs to comply with EPA NPDES Phase 2 stormwater regulations and the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA). Based on the new location for the parking garage, is it acceptable to use some of the land adjacent to the site noted for a new storm water retention pond?

A6. No, the adjacent land my not be utilized.

Q7. Refer to the site plan document issued with the Phase II notification illustrating the new location of the garage. It appears that new location is partially on the existing parking lot and partially in the grassed area. Is this an accurate depiction of the where the VA desires the new garage to be located?

Are we to remove a portion of the existing surface parking lot or are we to place the new garage “beside” the existing surface lot in the grass area and tie the two together?

A7. The black box depicts an approximate location. The existing surface parking lot shall be removed in its entirety, along with any associated street lights.

Q8. of the garage. How does this new location affect the conceptual layout already issued concerning entrance and exit of the garage? What street does the VA want to enter and exit on to?

A8. The layout shall remain the same. The entrance and exit on Teague Road.

Q9. Refer to the site plan document issued with the Phase II notification illustrating the new location of the garage. If it is decided that the new garage sits partially on the existing surface lot, are the total parking counts of 364 spaces including 32 accessible parking spaces still accurate? Are these counts to be the garage total or the net gain total?

A9. Garage total

Q10. Please advise if there are any requirements for providing emergency power for the parking garage.

A10. No emergency power requirements. However, installation of emergency power can be an add alternate.

Q11. Please provide any recent flow studies from a hydrant close to the new proposed location of the garage.

A11. No flow studies available

Q12. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xi and xiv: How many, if any, of the 32 accessible spaces required are to be van accessible?

A12. CTR shall adhere code requirements.

Q13. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xi: Should all of the accessible spaces be located on the ground/lower level or located adjacent to the elevators on the various levels?

A13. Adjacent/Near the elevator on the various levels

Q14. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xi: This item states that the desired parking configuration is a mix of 45 degree and 90-degree spaces. It is assumed that this was done to reduce the footprint of the garage and conserve space up close to the main hospital. The VA Parking Design Manual recommends 90-degree parking and two-way traffic where possible. Considering that the location of the garage has changed since the study was performed and the phase 1 RFP was written, should 90-degree parking and two-way traffic be used throughout the parking garage now or are we to stick with the mixture of 45 / 90 degree and one / two-way traffic patterns?

A14. CTR shall follow the SOW Item 8.xi.

Q15. Reference Sheet A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE: We understand the base bid is based on a three (3) level / 364 space parking garage. Is there a required number of spaces for the add alternate fourth (4th) level?

A15. The number of spaces on the fourth for should be proportional with the other three floors.

Q16. Reference Sheet A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE: Are any additional accessible spaces required with the fourth (4th) floor add alternate?

A16. The number of spaces on the future expansion floor should be proportional with the other floors per the design requirements, including accessible spaces.

Q17. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xiii: This item states that the parking garage shall be designed for a future expansion of 2 vertical levels for a total of five (5) levels. Considering that the bid schedule only calls for pricing of one additional level, is this statement still accurate? Are we designing for 5 total levels?

A17. Follow the SOW requirements of 8 xiii, specifically the 2nd Sentence.

Q18. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xiii: This item states that the parking garage shall be designed for a future expansion of 2 vertical levels for a total of five (5) levels. How many spaces are required for each additional level?

A18. The number of spaces on the future expansion floor should be proportional with the other floors per the design requirements.

Q19. Please advise if our design shall include any access control gates or car counter systems?

A19. The design shall have the capabilities of installing control gate and car counter systems in the future.

Q20. If we are to include access control gates, please advise on the type of operation (level of sophistication) for the gate operators, i.e., card reader, ticket machine, coin or token, etc.

A20. Type of systems are unknown at this time. Refer to question 19

Q21. Based on the new location for the parking garage does the design need to include remote monitoring capabilities to the main medical center, i.e., fire alarm, emergency call system, building automation, etc?

A21. Yes

Q22. If the garage does require remote monitoring capabilities, please advise on the location for the remote monitoring panels.

A22. CTR to provide recommendation on the locations of the monitoring panels that are to be placed within the parking garage.

Q23. Is the elevator required to be provided with medical emergency and fire service recall?

A23. yes

Q24. Does the design have to include any metering requirements for power, water, and or HVAC?

A24. No

Q25. Does the design have to incorporate any type of solar power?

A25. No

Q26. The VA Design Manual requires the installation of a minimum of 2 emergency security phones per floor. We understand the design shall include four (4) telephones (VOIP) per floor. Please clarify if the four (4) telephones noted in the solicitation are in lieu of the emergency phones noted in the design guide or are in addition to emergency security phones.

A26. There shall be a total of 4 emergency phones per floor.

Q27. If the four (4) telephones noted in the solicitation are in addition to the two (2) emergency security phones noted in the design guide, please advise on the type of emergency security phones currently installed on the VA campus.

A27. The 4 phones are not in addition to the two emergency phones. There shall be a total of 4 emergency phones per floor.

Q28. Please advise on the type of CCTV systems planned for the VA campus so we can match the systems proposed for the garage.

A28. Contractor is to provide and install the conduit and pathways for the CCTV cabling.

Q29. Please advise on the manufacture, model number, and manufacturer’s point of contract for the existing fire alarm system, CCTV system, and Emergency Call Systems currently installed that we need to interface with.

A29. Contractor to coordinate with simplex for fire alarm information

Q30. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxx: This item states that the project shall include a tensile fabric structure on the upper level of the garage to provide sun shading. Neither the conceptual rendering nor the elevation drawings issued as part of the Attachment Document developed by HFS Company show any tensile fabric on the top level. Is this still required and if so please clarify the extent of the sun shading for the roof level, i.e., only the vertical walls or over the entire roof surface?

A30. Follow the SOW (8.xxx). Shading shall be over the parking spaces.

Q31. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxx: If this item concerning a tensile fabric shade structure is still a requirement, please consider making it an add alternate as this type of structure can add a considerable amount of money to the project.

A31. CONCUR

Q32. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxi: This item states that we are to design and construct a covered walkway system for pedestrian traffic from the garage to the medical center. Based on the revised location for the garage please clarify if a covered walkway is still required.

A32.Section 8.xxi refers to bomb resistance and other security requirements, this section shall be followed per the sow. Section xxxi refers to the covered walkway. Due to the revised location, the covered walkway from the garage to the medical center is no longer required.

Q33. Please advise if the design for the garage shall include a shuttle bus stop with an environmental conditioned space for those waiting for the shuttle bus and if a covered walkway to the shuttle bus stop is required.

A33. the shuttle bus stop shall have protection from the weather (i.e. awning), but does not require to be a conditioned space. There is no requirement for a covered walkway to the shuttle bus stop. Both items can be a add alternate.

Q34. Is the new garage design to include a lightning protection system?

A34.Yes

Q35. Please provide the as-built or record drawings for the underground utility systems located at or adjacent to the new site for the proposed parking garage:

a. Underground power for site lighting shown on master utility drawing U4.

b. Underground water main shown on master utility drawing U4 & U6.

c. Underground gas main shown on master utility drawing U4 & U6.

d. Underground electric shown on master utility drawing U4 & U6 at match line 2.

e. Underground sanitary sewer line on master utility drawing U4 & U6.

f. Underground storm sewer line master utility drawing U4 & U6.

g. Underground telephone or data ductbanks or where the closest data and telephone closet are located.

A35. PROVIDE DWG file of UTILITIES

Q36. Who will be the primary users of the new parking garage? Visitors? Staff?

A36. STAFF

Q37. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xviii: This item states that 4 stair towers are required.

Depending on the layout of the garage, only 2 or 3 towers will be required by building code. Are 4 stair towers required or can we design and provide according to code?

A37. Follow the SOW item 8.xviii

Q38. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxii: This item states that the design shall compliment hospital existing architectural features. Furthermore, under Item 8.xxxiii it states that we are to be compatible with B204 and gives a list of matching components. Considering the garage has been relocated closer to a building that seems to have different architectural features than the main hospital buildings, are the architectural requirements the same with the new site?

A38. Contractor shall follow the SOW 8.xxii and 8.xxxiii requirements. Garage shall match the architectural features of the main hospital buildings.

Q39. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xviii: This item states that elevator cabs shall be of a size and capacity to accommodate a gurney. Considering the garage has been relocated away from the main hospital, is this requirement still applicable, as this greatly affects the elevator costs and associated elevator shaft sizes?

A39. Contractor shall follow the SOW 8.xviii requirements

Q40. Refer to INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS, Phase II, Factor 1 - Preliminary Design > Submission Requirements, numbers 1 and 2 state that conceptual level drawings should be provided on at least 11" x 17" paper. Should drawings on 11 x 17 paper be submitted in the binder with the technical approach narratives or can they be stapled together and submitted as an independent, clearly labeled packet?

A40. The drawings can be in a separated from the technical approach narrative, however each binder/packet shall be clearly labeled.

Q41. Refer to the Notification of Selection letter issued for Phase II where it calls for the proposals to be sent via e-mail and hard copies, however, under INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS, Phase II – Evaluation Factors, top of page 20 it does not mention an electronic copy where it states four hard copies are required. Just as clarification, Is an electronic e-mailed copy required? If required, should the Preliminary Design & Summary Schedule be one file on one e-mail and Price Proposal be on one file on another e-mail to keep them separated?

A41. Due to size limitation on the Government emails, it would be better to have the electronic copies on a CD.

Q42. In the Notification of Selection for Phase II, it states that proposals are due via email attachment that cannot exceed 10MB, but the RFP states, on pg. 7, the limit is 5MB per file. What is the correct size limit? If necessary, can multiple emails be submitted?

A42. Size limit is 5MB. Yes, multiple emails are acceptable, please clearly identify the project and description of the documents.

Q43. Refer to INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS, Phase II, Factor 2 - Summary Schedule > Submission Requirements, it states that schedules and diagrams may be provided separately in a size that is easily read, but shall be bound and clearly labeled. Can materials for Factor 2 be bound and submitted separately from Factor 1?

A43. Yes. However, each document shall be clearly identified.

Q44. Under Phase I, Offerors were told to submit the SF 1442 along with the SF 30s. Does the VA intend for Offerors to resubmit the SF 1422 and SF 30s from Phase I, along with any additional SF 30s released under Phase II? If so, where (i.e. in what Factor) should the Offerors includes these forms in our Phase II Proposals?

A44. Offerors are not required to resubmit the SF 1442 & SF 30s from Phase I.

Q45. At the present time Phase 2 proposals are due August 21. Pending the receipt of the large number of issued RFI’s, we are requesting that we receive a minimum of 4 weeks to prepare our Phase 2 proposal after we receive answers to the RFI’s. Regardless, any additional time will be greatly appreciated.

A45. Some additional time will be granted for submission of Phase II Proposal.

Q46. At present RFI’s are due by July 26. If answers to the currently submitted RFI’s are not answered until after the July 26 date, we are respectfully requesting that we receive another 2 days for follow-up RFI’s that may be needed once we review the VA responses. More times than not responses will generate a follow-up question that is equally important.

A46. Additional time will be granted accordingly.

Q47. Please provide the as-built or record drawings for the underground utility systems located at or adjacent to the new site for the proposed parking garage in autocad format.

A47. PROVIDE UNDERGROUND UTILITY DRAWINGS SEE Question 35.

Q48. What was the previous use of the proposed new site location?

A48.The previous location use to house Barracks as shown on the attached map.

Q49. Was there previously another building or other structure on the proposed new site location? If so, please provide any drawings available of the previous building and associated utilities.

A49. The previous location use to house Barracks as shown on the attached map

(ANCIENT TEMPLE).

Ancient Temple.pdf

Q50. It was stated at the site visit that the new garage shall be located as depicted by the black box on the new site layout plan issued. Please delineate the construction boundaries that the total site work package shall cover for the project.

A50. See ATTACHED Boundary MAP.

Q51. During the site visit, it was noted that all utilities were serviced and administered by VA personnel and not outside utility providers. Please advise the tie in locations of the new utilities for this project.

Where does the VA anticipate that we tie in for each utility needed?

A51. IT is the responsibility of the DOR to determine the tie in location of the utilities.

Q52. If a portion, or all of the existing parking lot is to remain, should we price re-paving this parking lot as part of the scope of work?

A52.See previous response. Parking lot is to be completely removed along with associated street lights.

Q53. At the site visit VA personnel advised that SWWPP and other measures would most likely be required. Are there any existing TCEQ Stormwater Permits in place for this campus? If so, please provide a copy.

A53. It is the contractor’s responsibility to obtain any and all permits.

Q54. Should the Bid Guarantee be included with Factor 3 – Price?

A54. Yes

Q55. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxviii: This item states that wire mesh will be installed between floors above the ground level. For clarification, does this include the ground floor level also?

A55. Per the SOW, wire mesh is not included on the ground floor.

Q56. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxxiii: This item list several product manufacturers. Are these items a “Basis of Design” where equal to products can be used at the contractor’s option, or are these to be treated as “Sole Source” items / products?

A56. The items within 8.xxxiii are basis of design and the design shall be equal to the products.

Q57. Under the Statement of Work, Item 8.xxxiii: This item indicates that a traffic coating is desired. On other parking garages we have constructed, traffic coating coverage can vary depending on the local environment and what the owner desires. On average most decks receive a traffic coating on the top level exposed to the environment and over enclosed rooms on mostly the ground level and the remainder of the deck will receive a water repellant application. What is the extent of the traffic coating area desired / required by the VA on this project?

A57. Traffic coating is to be installed on all floors.

Q58. Under INSTRUCTION, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS, Phase II – Evaluation Factors, Factor 1 – Preliminary Design, Item 2.3. it states to provide schematic floor plans for “both add alternates”. According to the bid schedule there is only one add alternate. Please clarify.

A58. Yes, there is only one bid alternate.

Q59. Refer to the Attachment Document issued in Phase 1 that was developed by HFS Company.

Attachment 3: Traffic Flow and Attachment 4: Conceptual Structural Design both indicate a 3 bay design.

In our design concept are we to strictly comply with the 3 bay layout, or do we have the freedom to vary from this and have a 2 bay or 4 bay layout considering we are required to submit “our” conceptual drawings with Phase 2?

A59. Follow the SOW and the Attachment Document that was developed by HFS (3 bay layout).

Q60. Will the VA require a local/state permit for stormwater?

A60. Contractor shall obtain any and all local, state and federal permits.

Q61. There is a property line on the east side of the project. It lines up with the east edge of the parking lot. It appears the VA owns both properties, is encroachment of that property line allowed with the building?

A61. Yes

Q62. Are we required to keep part of the existing lot as shown on the VA's 'black box' diagram, or can we eliminate the lot entirely with the garage placement?

A62. See previous response.

Q63. Can we use the field to the south for stormwater management?

A63. See previous response.

Q64. Is there a limit to how far south we can use land for the purposes of this project?

A64. See attached Boundary Map

Q65. During the site visit a sewer line (that is shown on the master utility plan) and water valve (that is not shown on master plan) were discovered to be running under the current footprint of the VA’s revised site plan provided for reference. Can we move the parking structure to a minimum setback from the North West corner of the lot to hopefully avoid the need to relocate/disturb those utilities?

A65. VA will consider minimum set back from the North. However, the contractor shall provide a proposed location and identify the set back distance for VA review and approval

Q66. Page 13 item viii calls for relocation of utilities under the parking structure. We request the exact location of the proposed parking structure to be positioned over the previously provided utility plans to confirm which, if any, utilities need to be relocated. Can you provide?

A66. See attached boundary map.

Q67. The master utility plan depicts a sewer line and electrical line for street lights under the build site.

From the site visit, there appeared to be a water line nearby. Can the VA confirm all utilities under the build site?

A67. Confirmation of the utilities is the responsibility of the contractor. Please refer to the master utility plan, as this plan is the most up to date utility map the VA has.

Q68. What is the intent for the existing surface parking in the project area? If we are keeping parking in this area, it will likely require some modifications due to grade changes and access. If keeping, should we resurface and/or restripe? If keeping, should the existing street lighting be modified/replaced to match lighting for the garage? If not keeping, should the area be lawn/landscaping?

A68. See previous response. Existing parking lot and associated street lights are to be removed. DOR to provide a design for the area of the parking lot not being utilized by the parking garage.

Q69. Is the only vehicle access to the garage from Street 3A?

A69. Vehicle access is to be from Teague Rd, not Street 3A.

Q70. Should the existing street(s) be improved at the entrance(s) to the garage to extend pavement life due to the additional stresses placed on the pavement from new turning movements in and out of the garage? If so, please specify how much area will need improvement.

A70. Contractor shall follow the SOW. No improvements to the existing road ways are required.

Q71. Have pedestrian access points been established? Our understanding is that the garage is for staff, so should pedestrian ingress/egress be considered up to the staffs’ offices/buildings? There does not appear to be sidewalks in the direct vicinity, so should sidewalks be added along the adjacent streets? If we are to provide access to the staffs’ offices/buildings, how far does that extend? Should we provide ADA access portal to portal, to the adjacent streets, etc.?

A71. Pedestrian access points have not been established. Ingress/egress shall be considered around the parking garage and shall meet all code requirements.

Q72. Project Requirements item vi states that accessible sidewalks shall be provided around the parking garage and existing streets shall be re-configured and modified to ensure safe routing of traffic. Such scope is unknown pending traffic pattern and safety analysis reviews that can be conducted during the design phase of the project. We expect to provide sidewalks immediately around the parking garage as necessary for ingress and egress only, and new driveway aprons at each street entry point. Those locations have not been determined. Please confirm if additional modifications – not previously addressed in this RFI – to the existing streets are required. Please confirm if there are additional sidewalk requirements not previously addressed in this RFI.

A72. Follow the SOW requirements.

Q73. Will the VA prepare a new soils report prior to the bid submittal or will we bid according to the current report then negotiate as needed later?

A73. A new soils report shall be the responsibility of the contractor to obtain.

Q74. SOW states: “Design and build a covered walkway system from the pedestrian entrance to the parking garage to the Hospital entrance. The design of the walkway system shall be architecturally compatible with the Hospital (Building 204) and the parking garage, be accessible and shall maintain a minimum illumination level of 10 footcandles.” Will the VA require a walkway from the new site as specified in the current statement of work or will the VA want our design to include an area for shuttle service?

A74. This requirement is no longer required, due to the change in location of the Parking Garage.

Q75. Since the project site has been moved, is the conceptual design described in the RFP still the same?

A75. See previous response

Q76. Will the architectural compatibility remain the same for colors, materials, and equipment or will it change for the new site?

A76. See precious response

Q77. During the site visit, several locations were found where power can be provided for the site. Can you clarify where power will originate?

A77. Location of where the power is to be obtained from is the responsibility of the contractor.

Q78. Will the VA provide a generator for emergency power for the parking garage or will we need to provide our own? If no generator is provided, will the VA want us to include a battery invertor system for emergency power?

A78. VA will not provide generator.

Q79. During the site visit, an existing manhole / hand-hold was not located near the proposed parking garage site for fire alarm, communications, and other low voltage systems’. Can the VA clarify where this service is to originate?

A79. It is the responsibility of the contractor to locate utilities for the project, to include fire alarm communications.

Q80. Since the existing utility connections are not shown on the RFP documents, do we include only stubbing our utilities 5 feet outside the building for connection to new service lines provided by others?

If we are to run utilities to connect beyond our building line to the existing VA facility building, please provide the location for each on site plan. Such utilities include power, water, security and CCTV, fire alarm, storm drain, etc.

A80. See the previously provided utility map… it is the contractors responsibility to confirm and locate the utilities.

Q81. The SOW states, “Some campus-wide security and notification systems are in development; consult the COR for specific system information and requirements.” Can the VA provide additional information about what information and requirements are needed for the developing security and notification systems?

A81 These security and notification systems are still in development.

Q82. There are several existing pole lights in and around the proposed project site. It is our assumption that existing be removed for the new site build, and no other lighting design is planned. Can you confirm?

A82. Light poles that are associated with the existing parking lot shall be removed.

Q83. Does the VA want the IT room climate controlled?

A83. Yes

Q84. Will there be any weather permitted delays?

A84. Follow contractual documents.

Q85. Will the VA provide utility location services or is the prime able to resource Texas 811 location services as a valid alternative?

A85. It is the responsibility of the contractor to locate any and all underground utilities.

Q86. Are the existing utility easements private or public? If public should the contract include abandonment and relocation of easements as required due to the probable relocation of water and sewer lines? If private will VA engineering handle easement documents?

A86. The easements in the area are agreements between the VA and the State of Texas. Any easement/property issues that arrive will be addressed by the VA

Q87. Who are the VA's utility providers for electric, water, communication, gas, etc.?

A87.Oncor, City of Temple/VA, Time Warner, ATMOS

Q88. Does the VA want the prime contractor to establish accounts with the VA's utility providers or do they intend for communication to go through the COR / engineering department for connection and disconnection of all utility services?

A88. Yes

Q89. Is the VA going to provide inspection services for all trades?

A89. VA is not providing inspection services for the contractor. VA will perform normal roles and responsibilities.

Q90. Will VA engineering monitor/inspect relocation of water and sewer lines? Does VA engineering have in-house or third-party testing for bacterial testing, etc. or should it be sourced under the contract?

A90. All Testing, monitoring and inspections shall be obtained, provided, acquired and performed by the contractor.

Q91. How much of the new build site’s yard can we use for laydown / staging area?

A91. Contractor to propose the location of their laydown/staging area, then VA will evaluate and provide response.

Q92. If we must reuse any of the existing trees, does the VA have a good storage location to hold the trees safely until the landscaping is to be installed?

A92. VA does not have any location to store trees.

Q93. Wheel stops are called on page 15, item xx of the project requirements. We find wheel stops to be a tripping hazard and not required at most parking locations. Additionally, all crash wall barriers are designed to support 6000# car impact and thus negate the need for wheel stops. Can wheel stops be eliminated from the scope?

A93. Follow the SOW and the associated documents.

Q94. The clear height is called for as 8’-3” on page 14, item xii of Project Requirements, and 8’-6” in item ll of the Parking Garage design/RFP Considerations. ADA van height requirement typically requires 8’-2”.

Please confirm which clearance height is correct.

A94. Proceed with 8’-6”

Q95. The minimum number of required parking spaces for the base bid is stated as 364, including 32 handicap stalls per item XI and XIV, with an option to add 2 levels to the parking garage. The Executive Summary Parking Garage Design/RFP states that a 3 floor parking garage is possible with 436, including

22 handicap spaces. In that same section it states that structurally a quantity to be 437, including 22 handicap spaces can be provided. Please confirm the minimum parking space requirement for the base bid, and minimum parking spaces for the optional 4th level.

A95. See previous response.

Q96. Page 20, item 2.2 calls for the presentation rendering to show the adjacent parking structure. The site plan does not show any such existing parking structure. Please clarify what else is to be shown in the rendering besides the new parking structure.

A96.The requirement for the Rendering to show the adjacent parking was for the previous parking garage location. The Rendering shall only be of the parking garage.

Q97. NFPA 88A excludes any fire sprinkler from an open type garage with no mechanical ventilation. It is also very specific for not requiring any stand pipe for building under 50’, which includes this structure.

Page 15, item xx calls for a dry pipe sprinkler system, can the VA confirm what fire protection systems are required for the current build (factoring potential future additions)?

A97. It is the responsibility of the contractor to provide a fire protection system that meets or exceeds the design requirements, SOW, and codes/regulations.

Q98. The SOW calls for a tensile fabric shade cover at the top level. Will any special fire protection be required for that item?

A98. It is the responsibility of the contractor to provide a design that meets or exceeds the design requirements, SOW, and codes/regulations.