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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 504-21-110 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17 1901 Veterans Memorial Dr. Building #171 Temple TX 76504 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17 1901 Veterans Memorial Dr. Building 171 Temple TX 76504 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25723B0016

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1:00 PM CST, 02/10/2023

Response to RFIs submitted for 36C25723B0016

Lynn Pettit Contracting Officer

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Amendment 36C25723B0016 0001

Project No. 504-21-110; Renovate Eye Clinic and ACS Primary Care

PRE-BID RFIs submitted for 36C25723B0016

1) Sheet E 102- rooms 119,120,121,122,123,124,125, 132 and 133 all show floor boxes in the middle of the room... but notes 6 and 7 were not assigned to these floor boxes. Was that just a miss or how are we expected to get power there without concrete saw the floor.

VA RFI Response: Sheet Keyed Notes 6 and 7 on Sheet E-102 apply to all floor boxes called for.

2) What survey information is available to determine the level of Asbestos contamination within the SOW?

VA RFI Response: There are no documents available that identifies the asbestos. Please see Spec section 02 82 11.

3) Do you have a document that identifies the Asbestos within this project?

VA RFI Response: VA has an Asbestos Survey document which will be added.

VA ADDED DOCUMENT: Bldg. 1 Asbestos Inspection Report Final 12-24-18.pdf.

4) Seems like the Spec book is pretty much boiler plate, it mentions stair treads, carpeting, etc., but there’s none of those items on the finish schedule.

VA RFI Response: Please see attached finish schedule on sheet IN-401. The finishes needed for bidding should be listed therein per the project design intent. Please disregard specification references regarding new carpeting or for this project.

A/E ADDED DOCUMENT: RFI_04_IN-401.pdf.

Questions 5 through 13 are in Reference to: Nurse Call, Overhead Paging Speakers, AMAG Access Control, Cameras.

5) Will the existing speakers that were recently installed be reused or will new speakers be required?

VA RFI Response: Existing Speakers are to be removed and turned over to the VA and replaced with new to hold the Warranty. New Devices/Equipment are required to be 70V 2x2 Lay-in CLARITY Speakers (Model: S-522B-2).

6) If new speakers are required, will the new speakers need to be Rauland TCU speakers that will be compatible with the existing overhead paging system that was recently replaced and upgraded? (Note: Connections to the new Rauland TCU overhead paging system will to be provided by A-V Corp to avoid voiding any warranty.)

VA RFI Response: The CLARITY Speakers need to be incorporated with the Rauland TCU Speaker Program. New Devices/Equipment to match existing as this is what the VA has moved toward recently. Concerning the note about A-V Corp, A-V Corp holds the warranty and maintenance contract of the Overhead Paging Speakers throughout all Amarillo VA Buildings.

7) Will the nurse call devices/head-end and cabling not shown on the prints need to be removed and replaced with new devices and cabling, or reinstalled? Device locations will need to be shown to provide accurate pricing and a firm scope of work.

VA RFI Response: Existing Nurse Call Devices are to be removed, deprogrammed from the system, and turned over to the VA with new Devices and Cabling to hold the Warranty. New Devices/Equipment to match existing as this is what the VA has moved toward recently. New Responder-5 parts shall match the current system parts for compatibility and warranty.

Every time a Device or piece of Equipment is removed, A-V Corp is the certified warranty support for our systems when it comes to Nurse Call, Overhead Paging Speakers, AMAG Access Control, Cameras, and are the existing Warranty Holders for these items.

8) Will the nurse call devices and nurse call head-end not shown on the prints need to remain active during any part of construction?

VA RFI Response: Head-End does not get removed. Existing Nurse Call Devices are to be removed and deprogrammed and turned over to the VA and replaced with new to hold the Warranty. New Devices/Equipment to match existing as this is what the VA has moved toward recently.

9) Will the existing AMAG equipment (head-end, keypad/readers, power supplies) be removed and reinstalled? Or will these devices be removed and replaced with new devices?

VA RFI Response: Existing AMAG Equipment to be removed and turned over to the VA and replaced with new to hold the Warranty. New Devices/Equipment to match existing as this is what the VA has moved toward recently.

10) Will the existing doors with AMAG access control be removed and replaced? Will the existing locking mechanisms remain in place, or will these devices need to be removed and replaced?

VA RFI Response: Existing AMAG Controls are to be removed and turned over to the VA and replaced with new in order to hold the Warranty. New Devices/Equipment to match existing as this is what the VA has moved toward recently.

11) Will the existing Axis cameras and cabling not shown on the prints remain in place, or will these devices need to be removed and reinstalled; or will these devices need to be replaced with new Axis cameras? Does our bid need to include camera licensing, or will this be provided by the VA?

VA RFI Response: Existing Axis Cameras are to be removed and turned over to the VA and replaced with new in order to hold the Warranty and Licensing. Licensing (GENETEC) is to be included by the Contractor.

12) Will any new fiber or network/backbone cabling be required from IDF#141 to any other locations within the facility, or will that cabling remain?

VA RFI Response: All cabling is to be replaced. All existing, old, and abandoned cabling is to be removed. Passing through cabling that is in use is to be addressed in an RFI with the COR.

IDF #1111 has cabling that keeps everything active. Cables that are in use are not to be removed or cut.

Stair 141 is a Stairwell.

13) Is the VA providing all racks, network switches/devices, and programming?

VA RFI Response: Network Switches are provided by the VA (OI&T). If new racks are required, Contractor/Vendor to provide. Switch Programming is provided by the VA (OI&T). Programming for Nurse Call, Overhead Paging Speakers, AMAG Access Control, Cameras is provided by the Contractor. Contractor Vender must be Certified Dealer to enter into the Equipment Program (A-V Corp currently provides Warranty and Service for Programming needs).

14) Would be able to be complete the verification through the CVE during the bidding process or does this need to be completed prior to a bid solicitation?

VA RFI Response:

This requirement is set-aside 100 percent service-disabled veteran-owned small business. The bidder must be certified in VIP database to be eligible for award.

15) Would we be able to submit a proposal as a General Contractor though our company is not listed as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business?

VA RFI Response:

This requirement is set-aside 100 percent service-disabled veteran-owned small business. The bidder must be certified in VIP database to be eligible for award.

16) It is unclear in the drawings and specs to what manufactured wood casework the contractor is to provide. There is a list on A-401 and a spec for casework, but there are no details to what size or anything.

VA RFI Response: Please note that on the Equipment/ Casework description there is a JSN (Code) provided per VA.

Please refer to VA’s TIL website and download their information for the latest dimensions on Casework. Please see updated list on A-401 attached that conveys latest dimensions (under Notes column) of the casework from the VA TIL Website.

A/E ADDED DOCUMENT: RFI_16_A-401 – EQUIPMENT PLAN.pdf.

17) Has there been any recent work completed where this project has for Renovation?

VA RFI Response: There was a recent emergency project in 2021 to Replace Water Damage due to a frozen Sprinkler Pipe in the attic. This replaced a portion of walls, flooring, and ceiling. There is still quite a bit of flooring and ceiling that was not replacing that there may be multiple ceilings found.

18) Will the area need to be accessible from the exterior exit or will the contractor be able to block off the exterior exit?

VA RFI Response: The Contractor will have the majority of the project blocked off including the Exterior Exit. The Contractor will need to have appropriate signage that the Exterior Door is for “Construction Personnel Only” while redirecting VA Employees, Patients and Guests to another point of entry. Other spaces that do not fall within the majority of the project and must remain accessible during business hours will need to be worked on during nights/weekends or scheduled.

19) Where will the Laydown area be located at and will it be on/offsite?

VA RFI Response: The Contractor will have a Laydown area onsite. The closest remaining Laydown site is in the south/west corner of the property. A Dumpster can be near the Exit where Construction will be happening, but keep in mind that it must remain clean.

ATTACHED:

See attached document: Bldg. 1 Asbestos Inspection Report Final 12-24-18.

See attached document: RFI_04_IN-401.

See attached document: RFI_16_A-401 - EQUIPMENT PLAN.

PRE-BID RFI’S 36C25723B0016 0001