36C25818R0310-0001002.pdf

Request for Information (RFI) Log Stairwell Renovation

Construction Project: 605-14-662 29 June 2018

Loma Linda, California VA Health Care System (605)

RFI

Number

Date Question Answer

001 15 June 2018 Is there any special requirements for this project?

All specific requirements are listed within the solicitation.

002 16 June 2018 Will the performance bond be 20% of the contract award value?

Whichever is less of either 20% of Bid price, or $3M.

003 18 June 2018

Standard Form 1442, Block 11 indicates the Period of Performance for this project is 365 calendar days. Section 01 00 00, Part 1.2 Statement of Bid Items indicates that the Base Bid completion time is 180 days and Deductive Bid Item 1 is 120 calendar days. Will the VA clarify the Periods of Performance for this solicitation?

There will be no Deductive Bid items for this requirement.

004 18 June 2018

Part A.1 Price / Cost Schedule indicates one Base Bid Lump Sum Price Line. Section 01 00 00, Part

1.2 depicts two Price Lines (Base Bid & Deductive Bid Item 1). Will the VA clarify the bid Price Lines and provide a new A.1 Price / Cost Schedule if required?

Award will be made for Base Bid, Lump sum. There will only be a single CLIN award, and no Deductive bid items.

005 18 June 2018

Will any phasing be required for this project, or will all stairwells be made available to the Contractor at the same time?

See Specification 01 00 00 (1.6) (G.)

(1.c) Maximum of one stairwell should be worked on at one time. As a guide the following stairwells may have been identified for each phase:

i. Phase I: Stair No. 1.

ii. Phase II: Stair No. 2.

iii. Phase III: Stair No. 7.

006 18 June 2018

Drawing 16 of 25 indicates different images are to be provided and installed by the Contractor. However, the dimensions indicate “TBD” and the image is stated to be selected by the VA. Will the VA please provide the dimensions and image that is to be used for each area. The cost of the image is dependent upon the size and the actual image to be installed. If the VA cannot provide this information will the VA provide for an allowance amount to be applied to the cost of these images?

1st Floor Landing Dimensions:

11’6”(W) x 7’0”(H)

2nd and 3rd Floor Mural Wall Dimensions: 11’6”(W) x 7’8”(H)

Image options to be provided by contractor to VA. VA will select images from options. 3M Controltac Plus Graphic Film Spec attached. This is spec for murals in existing improved stairwells.

007 20 June 2018

Specification Section 09 06 00 – Schedule For Finishes, Division 10, Section 10 14 00 Interior Signs states “Government Furnish, Contractor Install.” Will the VA confirm they will supply all signage, including murals for this project, or provide mural specifications that would allow the Contractor to price these elements?

For mural specifications, see response to RFI 006.

Mural image to be selected by VA.

Contractor to furnish and install.

VA Interior Design to purchase interior signs, contractor to install.

008 26 June 2018

Will a conference call be set up for contractors to call into the public bid opening since submission of proposals can be made via email?

The VA does not intend to hold a teleconference as part of the public bid opening.

009 26 June 2018

Per the Finish Schedule on Drawing 16 of 25, there is partial information for Image Locations. Please provide the Image Numbers and Dimensions of Images for accurate pricing. If images have not been selected by the VA, please provide an allowance to use in contractors' bids.

See response to RFI 006.

010 27 June 2018 Is a CIH required to be onsite for the full 8-hour shift?

Only as required, during abatement.

011 27 June 2018

Is a CAC or CSST accepted for monitoring and collecting samples?

Any on-site technician, industrial hygienist, certified industrial hygienist conducting any on-site monitoring, inspections, air sampling, and testing shall be certified through the State of California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) as a Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or a Site Surveillance Technician (SST) performing only approved activities under the direction of a

CAC.

012 28 June 2018

Demolition Key Notes 24 and 25 on Drawing 2 of 25 calls to "Remove (E) paint . . ." Please clarify if this is to perform a surface prep by removing the loose and flaky paint or complete removal of paint to the metal.

Complete removal of paint to the metal.

013 29 June 2018

Will a scanned executed copy of the bid bond be sufficient for electronic bid submission?

Electronic Copies of the Bonding will be acceptable for bid opening so long as all other elements of the executed bond are present. Physical copy of the actual bonding, with the raised seal shall be received mail from the apparent low offeror within 48 hours of the conclusion of the public opening, or will be ineligible for award.

014 29 June 2018

Will the VA set up a conference call for contractors to participate in the public bid opening for those who emailed bids sent from outside of Phoenix?

The VA does not intend to host a teleconference as part of the public bid opening.