Pre Bid RFIs 2.docx

1. Are we to dispose/abate of any asbestos, lead, mold, or other hazardous material as part of this project? If so, provide appropriate hazardous material site survey report. There should not be any hazardous material associated with this project.

1. What will the ICRA level be for this project? There should be no ICRA level since no patients care areas will be involved.

1. Are there any required/proprietary subcontractors the general contractor is to hire associated with this project? None

1. Will all work associated with this project able to be performed during regular working hours? Work in this area will be allowed to work during regular working hours.

1. Construction Notes X-Z. The information provided on mechanical systems is inadequate. Is the contractor responsible for design of the new mechanical system? This project is not a design build project. With that being said, a zoning system with two new 5-ton air handler units will achieve what is being asked for.

1. Are as-builts for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing available? If yes, please provide. There are no as-builts available for the building.

1. Will the contractor be responsible for removal and disposal of existing furniture? If no, is the contractor responsible for removal, storage, and installation of existing furniture? The VA will be responsible for the removal of the existing furniture.

1. Will the contractor be responsible for removal and disposal of any computers, televisions, or telephones? If no, is VA responsible for removal? The VA will be responsible for the removal of the existing computers, televisions, and telephones.

1. Are there any new data or phone requirements for the building? If yes, please provide locations and number of outlets. Currently, the only new data or phone requirements will be in the staff work room. One new phone and three data jacks will be required, location to be determine.

1. There is an unused washer and dryer hook up in the kitchen. Is VA’s intent to abandon in place or demolish? The current unused washer and dryer hook ups are to remain in place for future use.

1. General notes do not reference existing mirrors, paper towels dispenser, soap dispensers, and toilet paper dispensers. Is VA’s intent to replace these items with new or to reuse existing? Currently, the paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and toilet paper dispensers are to be reused. The mirrors are to be remove and replaced with a shatter-resistant mirror that can’t be used as anchor point.

1. There is a dead tree on the exterior of Building 35. Is the contractor responsible for removing the tree and grinding out the stump? The tree is not to be removed in this project.

1. Are existing appliances (microwave and dishwasher) to be disposed of or removed and reinstalled? The contractor will remove and reinstall the dishwasher and the cabinet mounted microwave. All other existing appliances will be removed by the VA.

1. There are hallway light sconces. Is VA’s intent to reuse these light sconces? The hallway light sconces are to remove and replace with a LED wall mounted light.

1. Existing patient bathrooms are not ADA compliant. Modification of the bathroom layout will be required to meet ADA clearance guidelines and that may not be possible. Are all plumbing fixtures to be ADA compliant if we cannot meet clearance requirements with current bathroom layout? Plumbing fixtures are required to be ADA compliant even if the clearance requirements cannot be met.

1. Will VA provide a schedule of finishes for this project? We cannot accurately bid this project based on the information provided. The paint color for the walls will be Sherman Williams “Southern Breeze”, Eggshell. All walls are to have a smooth finish. The LVT will be Karndean Van Gogh “County Oak”. All porcelain wall tile will be 4-1/2” x 4-1/2”, color to be determined. All finishes are subject to change due to viability, or convenience.

1. General Note 7. What are the testing requirements for this project? Is test and balance, duct leakage testing, or commissioning required on the HVAC system? Testing requirements for this project include but not limited to, test and balance, duct leakage test and commissioning on the HVAC system.

1. Construction Note A. The quantity of EFIS damage to repair is unclear. How many areas are we to repair? We do not know if it is 100 sq ft or 1000 sq ft. With the amount of damage to the EFIS, it is hard for anybody to get an accurate number. So, for bidding purposes, let’s assume that a 1000 sq. ft. of EFIS needs to be repaired, to include the skim coat and color.

1. Construction Note A. New paint on EFIS repairs will not match the weathered, surrounding area. Is a slightly different paint color between new and old paint acceptable? Contractor to match the existing color as close as possible.

1. Construction Note B. Installing the new mow strip will require removal of shrubs near the building. Are we to remove and replant any existing shrubs around the perimeter of the building? Contractor will be required to remove any shrubs around the perimeter of the building to install a new mow strip. No replanting is required.

1. The attic access is in a patient room. Will it need to be relocated? The attic access in the patient room will need to be removed and the ceiling repair by the contractor.

1. Construction Note L. Are card readers required on the staff work room? Yes

1. Construction Note Q. Existing walls are textured. Is repaired wall to be textured? Are all new walls to have a smooth or textured finish? All walls are to have a smooth finish.

1. Construction Note AC. Are contractors to remove all existing attic insulation and replace with new R30 minimum insulation? The contractor is to remove the existing attic insulation and replace with new insulation to meet the new R30 requirement.

1. Construction Note T. Are grab bars staying in current locations? If no, please provide new layout. If the new grab bars to be put back in the same location if possible.

1. Will the VA want to keep/relocate the existing lighting fixtures? Currently, the VA does not want to keep the existing lighting fixtures.

1. Will the exhaust fans going into the bathrooms need to house a light within them? New exhaust fans will need to be just the exhaust fan with no light.

1. Is there currently AMAG system within the building? Or nearby to be easily accessible? Will AMAG need to be tied in with employee ID cards or will be codes? Currently there is no AMAG system in the building. The closes AMAG panel is in building 4, room 1003. AMAG will need to tie in with the employee ID cards.

1. Can VA provide current specs for the AMAG system? The Amarillo VA physical access control system is required to be a “Homeland Security Edition”. We are currently using AMAG Technology Homeland Security Edition (HSE), Security Management System (SMS) version 9.3, utilizing model M4000 4door controller units (4DCU), AMAG ICRK40-H-T card readers. Wire: plenum banana/access cable, and/or plenum Cat6; switch to the control board. Any physical access control system MUST be the exact same to what we are currently using. Audio Video is the only contractor that has access to program the system and it is strongly recommended that they be used to install the new door access.

1. Can VA provide specs for the security cameras, with the type of display screen and software for system? Must work with Genetec Servers (fiber) program. 1. Single camera: Axis M5065 (PTZ), and/or 360° camera: Axis P3727-PLE. 2. Wire: plenum Cat6 plenum.

1. Are all receptacles that are currently in the bedroom’s combination AFCI/GFCI Tamper resistant? If they are not, it would be advisable to change them for safety The receptacles in the bedrooms should be tamper resistant.

1. Does the existing power panel meet the requirements of all new loads combined? The existing panel should meet the requirements for the new loads.

1. What is the location of the electrical panel? The electrical panel is in the Mechanical Room on the back side of the building.

1. Are the receptacle outlet covers to be stainless steel, plastic, or nylon? Receptacle outlet cover are to match existing.

1. Do the new outlet covers need to have tamper resistant security screws? yes

1. The new fixtures to be tamper resistant only. Or vandal resistant? Tamper resistant

1. Does the kitchen and living room area need new lighting? Receptacles? New lighting only in these 2 rooms. The existing receptacles will remain as is.

1. Will there be combination AFCI/GFCI receptacles in the restroom areas? Yes

1. How high is the attic space (approx.) in the center of the building or at the crawlspace? Approximately 6 foot tall.

1. Will it be permissible to use type MC or MC-Lite, or even flexible metallic tubing in walls and crawlspaces? Yes

1. Could we get a count of all single and double receptacle covers and switch cover locations? For bidding purposes assume that there are four single receptacle covers and one switch cover per bedroom, one GFCI receptacle cover and one switch cover per bathroom, and four single receptacle covers and one switch cover for the living room and kitchen. There are switches and outlets in the hac and mechanical closet but was unable to get a count.

1. Is a new kitchen sink required? If the existing kitchen sink can be removed from the existing countertop without damaging it, and if the sink does not have any major defects, then the contractor can reinstall the existing sink into the new countertop.

1. Does the kitchen sink require a Disposal? No disposal for the kitchen sink is required.

1. Does the VA want Lavatory Vanities, Counter- Top Lavatories or Wall Hung Lavatories? Wall hung lavatories with built-in sink aprons. Refer to Note R on the construction drawings for more information.

1. Shall Water Closets be ADA Compliant? The water closets will need to be ADA compliant.

1. Shall Showers be 1 Piece or Multi Sectional? The new showers will be a walk-in shower with porcelain tile to the ceiling. Refer to Note P on the construction drawings for more information.

1. Shall Replacement Bathtubs include Shower Valves? All bathtubs are to be replaced with new showers, which will include a new shower valve on all showers. Refer to Note P on the construction drawings for more information.

1. Will showers be tile walk in showers, or have inserts? Bathroom will not meet full ADA specs with current size/layout of bathrooms. The new showers are to be a tile walk-in shower.

1. Will Durarock and or cement board be needed for showers? Yes

1. What material is the subfloor throughout the building? Concrete Slab

1. Is floor to ceiling tile required in the shower? Yes