PreBid RFIs 36C25725R0056 Responses.pdf

RFI ASSIGNED RESPONSE

Are there any sub-floor utility lines that interfere with the installation of the concrete footer that runs the length of column line 70 on page GL102?

Arch DOR Not that the A/E is aware of. The GC shall provide a cost for utility investigation in the footing location and if utilities are discovered, work with the VA COR to negioate additional cost to incorporate or relocate the utility. VA

COR to confirm

What is the height of the crawl space where the new structural CMU wall is to be constructed?

Arch DOR Aprrrox. 30-36" from top of grade to underside of slab.

What is the height from finished floor to the bottom of the concrete deck above where the renovation is to receive Type D walls as this will directly affect cost in material counts and labor.

Arch DOR GC shall account for a typ. 13'-6" tall walls for cost estimating purposes. VA COR to confirm.

Sheet GC101 Detail 1 Note 3 - Under structural it calls out to Provide wall reinforcement for evidence room. Is this considered to be associated with adding the 7/16" Ballistic Resistant panels?

Arch DOR That is correct.

Sheet GC101 Mentions "Blast Wall" - Is this referring to the Type D CMU Wall?

Arch DOR That is correct.

Sheet AE401 - The evidence room has Type C and Type E walls. Type C shows to have fire sealant at the top of the wall both sides and Type E has regular sealant. Both of these wall types do not call out to be fire rated. Is the intent of this room to be fire rated?

Arch DOR The fire sealant requirement in this location can be removed. The evidence room is a non rated room.

How far away is the nearest source of water that the masonry team can utilize for the CMU installation?

VA We have water throughout the basement that the masonary team can use, as well as hose bibs on the outside of the building where we will be working

Is there access to set up a concrete pump truck outside the building and be able to run directly into the crawl space for placing the footer?

VA Yes there is a stairwell leading to the basement actoss from where the crawl space is, it is located next to the central rear loading dock of building 1.

The 50th sheet in the drawings which is between TK001 and TP101 is not readable. Can the VA provide a readable version?

VA See Revised drawings labeled "20-372 Drawings 100%-Clearer version"

Is there any asbestos in any of the renovation areas?

Arch DOR refer to specifications manual (section 02 82 11.1) for ACM Report

Not that the A/E knows of, but GC shall follow measures in the specifications if asbestos is encountered during demolition and construction of the project.

Is there any lead-based paint in any of the renovation areas?

Arch DOR refer to specifications manual (section 02 82 11.1) for ACM Report

Not that the A/E knows of, but GC shall follow measures in the specifications if lead paint is encountered during demolition and construction of the project.

Please provide the alarm system business name, contact name, email address, and phone number.

VA "Velocity"

Ener-Tel Services 1911 S Bryant Blvd San Angelo, Tx 76903

(325) 658-8375 Although we will be transitioning to Avigilon products.

Please provide the controls business name, contact name, email address, and phone number.

VA We currently don’t have any access control. We are adding throu several projects, VGI has been contacted for information and market research.

AS the most"local", they may be used for system maintenace as our system grows.

VGI Technology 3308 Foster St San Angelo, Texas 76903

325-223-3015

Due to the limited space above the ceiling and if available, can the contractor use existing electrical conduit between the electrical panel and the police area?

Elec / RCDD DORs This is acceptable.

Will the ceiling in room 1135 remain open? If not, when is it projected to be closed?

Arch DOR I'm not sure where Rm 1135 is located. Please be more specific. VA COR to provide input.

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.

VA

refer to specifications manual (section 02 82 11.1) for ACM Report

If any suspected ACM is found the VA will have it tested, and if it is found to be ACM we will have to do a Mod to have it abated

What will the ICRA level be for this project?

Arch DOR Type D; Group 1 (Low Risk) for a Construction Project Type of Class III. VA COR to confirm.

Are there any required/proprietary subcontractors the general contractor is to hire associated with this project?

VA No, unless there is a system that is proprietary that the contractor is installing

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

VA Yes most work will be during normal hours of operation, 0800-1630

It is our understanding that the Solicitation is a negotiated Bid (RFP) design-bid-build project with the Government's AE being responsible for the design portion (providing a full and complete set of Specifications and Plans) and the successful offeror being responsible for bidding and building the project based on the Specifications and Plans provided by the Government's AE. Put another way, the successful offeror will not be required to perform any design-build services as part of the contract -correct?

VA No the construction contractor will not be required to do any design work. The contractor is only required to provide red lines at the end of the project so the design firm can provide as builts.

Are we required to provide a 24 hour/day on-site fire watch during demolition?

VA No, any work on the sprinkler system can be done and system back on line during the day while contractors are on site.

Please confirm 1) Fire Suppression to be left in place as-is. 2) Parts of the fire suppression are to be replaced. If so, please specify what is to be replaced. 3) The entire fire suppression system is to be removed and replaced throughout the entire construction space.

Mech DOR Exising fire suppression system piping in the construction areas to be removed, new piping coordinated with the other trades and new piping and sprinklers installed. Dashed branch piping on the demolition plan shows piping that gets removed.

Would the contractor have a laydown area to fit multiple 40ft.

storage containers? Can you provide site location?

VA Yes this will be at the back of the facility by the water tower

Will the contractor have a designated path to haul demolished materials to the dumpster? Please share the allowed route to take and acceptable location of dumpsters.

VA We will use the front door to get materials in and out, but we will need to work with contractor on designated times to limit obstructing the access for patient and employees. We will work with contractor on location of dumpster that works best for them and the VA.

The concrete work shown on CS101, is this pad to be placed on a rooftop or ground level? If rooftop, what floor?

Civil DOR Ground Level

Will the VA remove all furniture and equipment they want to keep from each phase before demolition begins? Is the contractor to assume what is left is to be discarded?

VA

ID DOR

VA to remove weapons, and other sensitive material per their discretion prior to construction. Contractor to remove and turn over remaining equipment, contractor responsible for damaged equipment. Contractor responsible for reitallation per aquistition schedule on I-601. Reference demolition notes for details.

What is the existing roof constructed of on the building(s) within the SOW?

VA

Arch DOR

It appears to be a TPO or membrane cap sheet

Who is the current signage system designed/provided by at the

VA?

VA 2/90 signs

Will the VA provide all furnishings? Such as chairs, computers, décor, paper towel dispensers, etc.?

VA

ID DOR

Equipment aquisition schedule is I-421, refernce I-001 fror equipment notes

If the contractor is responsible for specific furnishings, will the AE/VA provide a table that clearly states what the contractor is responsible for providing/installing, or owner provided/contractor installed, or owner provided/owner installed?

VA

ID DOR

Equipment aquisition schedule is I-421, refernce I-001 fror equipment notes

What is the current surveillance system that is installed? Is the contractor to continue with utilizing the same manufacturer and system

VA We have Alibi and IC Realtime camera systems.

Pending transfer to Avigilon. Moving forward all systems must be compatible with Avigilon products.

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