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This document contains the technical question and answer responses related to Solicitation 36C25724Q0750 for the Garland Heat Exchanger Repair/Replacement project issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Integrated Service Network 17.

The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a firm-fixed price contract to provide Garland Heat Exchanger Repair/Replacement services for the VA North Texas Health Care System in Garland, TX. The procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The period of performance is a base year only from 08/12/2024 to 03/31/2025. The Q&A responses provide details on the project requirements, including information on the existing heat exchangers, steam pressures, controls, shutdown requirements, and other technical specifications. There are no drawings associated with this project. Offerors must submit quotes directly via email to the contracting specialist.

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Technical Q & As

Solicitation 36C25724Q0750 - Garland Heat Exchanger Repair/Replacement

1.Is this project tax-exempt? Not referenced in solicitation YES

2. Is there asbestos on the mechanical piping or existing equipment? No

3. Will there be specifications or drawings produced for this project? NO

4. What are the requirements for steam shutdowns? Localized shutdowns in the mechanical rooms 2-3 days notice. Facility shut-down shall be 1 week notice.

5. What is the model number for the heat exchanger the VA is providing? Bell & Gossett XX1-50550. SU12-2 Steam to Water Heat Exchanger

6. What is the steam pressure in the facility? 25 PSI

7. Will the VA provide a sequence of operations for heat exchangers? Yes

8. Who is the controls contractor at the facility? Siemens & VA controls operator

9. Are there critical path areas that the heating hot water feeds? Operating and specialty clinics for heat.

10. Is the contractor required to provide new disconnects for equipment? No

11. Is the VA responsible for commissioning? Contractor in charge of replacement and filling, VA oversees startup and or testing.

12. Is the VA providing strainers for steam? We have the strainers for pact and CLC/PM&R. All other strainers should already be installed.

13. What are the existing model numbers for tube bundle in BD-131A Central? BD-131A Taco Model #G14308-S1C1BT00

14. What are the existing model numbers for the Executive Office/Radiology BD-165 heat exchangers? Bell & Gossett MODEL SU12-2 Steam to Water Heat Exchanger

15. Is the VA responsible for warranty on provided PRV(s), gate valves, globe valves, control valves, steam trap, and heat exchanger? YES

16. What size insulation is needed on steam and condensate lines? Not required

17. Will the VA provide vacuum breaker(s) or steam pop-off? Yes

18. Does the Buy American Act apply? KO to answer

19. What is the system pressure for heating hot water? 50 to 80psi

20. What kind of gaskets are required on steam lines? See Master Specification Section 23-22-13 Steam and Condensate Heating Pump

21. Will the contractor need to supply new control wiring for PRV(s) & control valves? No

22. 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. NO

23. What will the ICRA level be for this project? LOW LEVEL

24. Will negative pressure be required or will air scrubbing the space be sufficient? Air Scrubbing is sufficient.

25. Are there any drawings to be associated with this project? If so, please provide. NO

26. Are there any required/proprietary subcontractors the general contractor is to hire associated with this project? NO

27. Will all work associated with this project able to be performed during regular working hours? YES

28. Is there any required telecommunications equipment or services for this project? If so, please provide details regarding what is needed. NO

29. Are there any drawings to be associated with this project? Repeat of question 25 above. NO

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