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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 671A4-21-178 36C257 Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17 5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302 San Antonio TX 78240 36C257 Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17 5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302 San Antonio TX 78240 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25723B0042 05-30-2023

X X X 06-06-2023, 10:00 am The purpose of this solicitation is to post Vendor's questions with answers.

This solicitation has not been extended from the original solicitation.

All bids are due via email only to stephanie.ingersoll@va.gov on 06/06/2023 at 10:00 am CST.

All other terms and conditions remain the same.

Jennifer Stringer Contracting Officer Questions and Answers: STX Remodel Dental Lab - Kerrville VA Solicitation: 36C25723B0042 Project Number: 671A4-21-178

1. Regarding the disabling of systems, utilities, and controls, could you provide a comprehensive list of the systems that require coordination and advance notice before disabling?

Everything that must be disabled has to be coordinated with COR. All systems, utilities, and controls which require coordination before disabling are listed in the Plans and/or Specifications, as is the Coordination Process. Please see Specifications and Drawings, which are available as attachments to the base solicitation on SAM.gov Contract Opportunities.

1. What are the specific utilities and controls that need to be temporarily relocated during construction? Are there any guidelines or specifications for reinstalling these systems after construction is complete?

Anything relocated that needs to be reinstalled will be per VA guidelines and specs. Please see Specifications and Drawings, which are available as attachments to the base solicitation on SAM.gov Contract Opportunities.

1. Can you provide more details on the specific procedures, means of access, and space requirements that need to be agreed upon before commencement of work? Are there any restrictions or guidelines for the delivery of materials and equipment to minimize interference with Government operations and personnel?

Delivery dates, times, means of access must be coordinated with the COR because of ongoing Clinics. Please see Specifications and Drawings, which are available as attachments to the base solicitation on SAM.gov Contract Opportunities. The means of egress/access, and where the laydown yard would be is listed in PLANS G004/G101. The deliveries and demoing most likely would have to be after hours due to Dental Service schedules (Plans G101).

1. Regarding the Critical Path Method (CPM), could you please clarify when this is required for submission. Are there any templates or formats that need to be followed?

Refer to Spec book page 01 32 16.15 – 1 (General 1.1).

1. What is the process for scheduling all work with the VA COR, including construction access and storage? Is there a specific procedure or documentation that needs to be approved by the VA COR before the start of construction?

Everything must be coordinated and approved by the COR prior to. This will be provided at Pre-Construction meeting to the successful bidder after award has been made. This will also hinge on their Schedule/Phasing plan.

1. How should the Contractor provide the three-week forecast of scheduled work? Are there any specific reporting requirements or formats for delivering the report to the VA COR every other Monday? Is there any additional information or documentation that should be included in the forecast?

This format with required data will be provided at the Pre-Construction meeting after award.

1. Under what circumstances would the VA reserve the right to close/shut down the project site and order the General Contractor's employees off the premises? What is the process for seeking written approval from the Contracting Officer to return to the site in such cases?

Work stoppage after award of contract is generally obtained via Stop-Work Order issued by the Contracting Officer. All communication up to and after the Stop-Work order is to be between vendor and COR with the Contracting Officer copied on all communications. Any request to lift a Stop-Work Order is to be initiated through the COR with the Contracting Officer on the email. This will be covered in further detail at the Pre-Construction Meeting prior to commencement of work on this project, after award.

1. Could you provide more details on the format and content of the daily field report that the Contractor is required to provide? Are there any specific items or information that should be included in the report? Is there a preferred method or template for submitting these reports?

All contractors should have a Daily Field Report. What was accomplished throughout the day, how many workers, who they are, what their trade is, safety issues etc.…. The bidder who is awarded this contract will be able to present the Daily Field Report intended for use at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project. At that time, the COR will be able to examine the Daily Field Report and request any additional data that might be needed.

1. Can you provide further information on the badging requirements for Contractor employees and subcontractor personnel? What is the process for obtaining a VA ID badge? Are there any specific forms or documents that need to be submitted? Is there a preferred method or timeframe for initiating the badging process?

Upon the Award of contract, the COR will coordinate as to what that process is at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project.

1. Are there any specific requirements or procedures for the background investigation packet that the Contractor needs to submit for each employee? What documents or information should be included in the packet?

Refer VA answer to RFI #9. This will be covered at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project.

1. Can you provide more information on the Infection Prevention training that contractor construction workers are required to attend? When does this training needed to be completed and who provides this training?

This will be covered at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project to allow time for the vendor personnel to attend training. Required training is provided by the VA every Tuesday at 10am. Needs to be completed prior to working on site.

Every Tuesday at 10:00 am via MS Teams, see link below we conduct an Infection Control / Safety Training for contractors. Please follow the steps below in completing the training whether in person or online.

Below are the steps for Adie Murphy’s recurring Infection Control (IC) Training on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM.

1. Be physically present at ALM Hospital (Conf Rm. E-002) or attend online via MS Teams (link below).

1. View Infection Control/Safety Video provided during training.

1. Copy of Tuberculous (TB) paperwork provided to Infection Control via email to STXInfectionControlGroup@med.va.gov

1. Copy of Influenza Shot provided to Infection Control via email to STXInfectionControlGroup@med.va.gov

1. Additional IC & Safety information (i.e., a brief from Safety Services, & a brief from Infection Control) Vendor shall have received all required Infection Control training per VHA guidelines prior to commencement of work on this contract. NOTES:

1. You must pick up an IC sticker, in person, with the help of the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and it affixed to your VA Contractor’s Badge.

1. In both situations, for English non-speakers, the general/prime contractor is responsible for providing a translator during IC Training and for assuring that the information is fully understood by all contractor employees.

1. Are there any specific requirements or procedures for obtaining and displaying IC training stickers on badges and how do you receive them?

Refer to VA answer to RFI #9. This will be covered at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project.

1. Are there any specific records or information we need to maintain for contractor employees while they are in a VA facility? Should this information be readily available for inspection by CORs or other hospital personnel?

Occupations, pay, credentials, badges, OSHA trainings etc. This will be covered at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project.

1. Can you provide more details on the daily screening process for contractor employees? What are the specific protocols and criteria that need to be followed?

Just making sure all contractors employees are badged and up to date. This will be covered at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project.

1. Where can we find the most up-to-date version of the COVID-19 Screening Tool? Are there any changes or updates we should be aware of?

Right now, there are no requirements for the COVID-19 screening tool. Screening / masking is required for badged / clinical individuals providing patient care so masking for Construction contractors is not needed unless the service requires them to do so and as of right now it’s not required. This will be covered at the Pre-Construction Meeting that will occur after award of the contract and prior to commencement of work on this project.

1. Based on Site Visit it was indicated that no ASBESTOS ABATEMENT was required. Can you confirm if ASBESTOS ABATEMENT is required.

No abatement of ACM noted at this time for this project.

1. Can you provide manufacture for the Dental Lab Metal Casework; Wall Cabinets; 32'x14' Integrally Welded Stainless-Steel Sink and Tray with 20800 Model Trimmer Cold Water Valve, 5x5 Waste Chute in stainless steel top, Plaster Bin Insert, Rollout Trash Bin, Removable Tray Edges, Retractable Air in Sink Panel and Typical Marine Edge Stainless Steel Countertop Detail with Back Shelf?

All this was based off Nevin Labs or salient characteristics equal to or better.

1. Can you provide clarity on Diagram I-411 the Equipment and Furniture Schedule that show a list of items. Is this a new purchase list required to support this contract? If so, do you have a prescribed manufacture for the listed items?

Yes, contractor is to provide all listed equipment. The manufacturer used as the basis of design for dental lab equipment is:

DentalEZ Alabama Inc, DBA Nevin Labs

5000 SOUTH HALSTED STREET CHICAGO, IL 60609

PHONE (773) 624-4330 / (800) 544-5337

FAX (773) 624-7337

NOTE: Any reference to brand name or “equal” equipment, materials, or patented processes by trade name, make, and catalog number must be regarded as establishing salient characteristics and a standard of quality only and must not be construed as limiting competition in any way.

All products and materials must meet or exceed all salient characteristics.