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36C25819B0022 Demolition Bldg 51 LLVAHCS RFI and Responses

RFI RESPONSES

if the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted as solicitation number 36C25819Q0309 on FBO contains requirements similar to any work performed currently or in the past, or will this be a new requirement?

This is a new project.

If possible, can you please provide the most recent contract or task order number n/a

The SOW states to replace the 6" City Water Pipe from the Air Separator to the PRV and bypass manifold section, including new 4" branch lines to the existing water softeners. During the site visit, it was mentioned that the 6" Soft Water Piping was also to be replaced from Soft Water Risers to the PRV manifold. Please confirm if we are to replace the Soft Water Piping, as well as the City Water Piping.

Refer to SOW, General Requirements Section A.a. Soft water system is included. Approx 25' of 6" softwater and 20' of 4" soft water line to be replaced.

Softwater line is connected to leaking valve and will be replaced. Replace back to the meter.

Please confirm if the existing PRV is to be re-installed or replaced with a new PRV.

Refer to SOW. New PRV will be installed.

The SOW does not mention sterilization/disinfection or testing of the potable water line, before tie-in to the existing system. Please clarify if disinfection and testing will be required and results approved, before making the change over.

Refer to Specs. Section 22 11 00 Sections 3.2 Tests and 3.3 Sterilization.

In the specifications provided with the RFP, Section 21 11 00, Part 2.3A states that Piping 6" and Larger shall be schedule 10 Stainless Steel Pipe. Existing pipe is Copper Tube. If Copper Tube is acceptable, should we install Type L or K? If Copper Tube is acceptable, do all joints need to be brazed with Silver Solder?

Copper is acceptable. Pipe material to match existing. Painted copper is existing. Flange joints are expected.

Please confirm that all piping to be removed shall become property of the KTR, to be removed offsite and disposed of IAW the approved Waste Management Plan.

Confirmed.

Has the paint on the pipe been tested for the lead? No lead was identified in survey conducted by Mabbett & Associates in 2017.

RFP, SF 1442, Blocks 12a & 13b indicate that neither a Bid Bond nor Payment and Performance Bonds will be required for this solicitation. Will the VA confirm that the cost for bonds should not be included in our offer?

Alternate form(s) of payment protection are required pursuant to FAR 52.228-13 Vendors shall provide alternate form of payment protection or bid/payment/performance bonds.

36C25819Q0309 LLVAHCS Urgent Repair Water Main