S05. Attachment 1 - RFQ 36C25821B0015 Responses to RFI 001 - 077.docx

RFQ Solicitation # 36C25821B0015 36C262-20-AP-5243 Project #605-19-410

Request for Information (RFI) Log Incident Command Center Upgrades Construction Project: 605-19-410 28 July 2021 Loma Linda VA Medical Center (605)

Project is not required to be registered with USGBC. However, project is to follow LEED standards.

Scope of Work, Part F sections F.3 and F.4 do not apply to this project.

Addressed in amendment #1

Yes, as long as Superintendent is qualified.

See Attached Site Walk attendance

If so, what is the substitute submittal process, can it be evaluated before the bid due date?

Substitutes will be allowed but the contractor will need to provide a revised photometric plan showing the same calculation areas, summaries, and fixture schedule as is shown on the current plans so proper comparisons can be made by the VA and or EOR. Any substituted lighting controls from those shown on the plans will need to be coordinated with the proposed fixtures to ensure compatibility. The substituted lighting control will also need to provide the same capabilities as the currently specified lighting control system. The submittal will be evaluated after the award of bid and cost difference credited back to the VA.

Poles that require replacement or are new are noted on the plans. There are 13 new poles as noted with fixture name callouts “A (N)”, ”B(N)”, “D (N)”, and “C2 (N)” as noted on the plans. There is on only 1 pole noted as “A (R)” that is being replaced. All others are existing poles with new lighting heads as noted on the plans.

Poles that require replacement or are new are noted on the plans. There are 13 various new poles as noted with fixture name callouts “A (N)”, “B (N)”, “D (N)”, and “C2 (N)” as noted on the plans. There is only one pole noted as (A (R) that is being replaced. All others are existing poles with new lighting heads as noted on the plans.

VA will assist with providing a staging area for the equipment. If space becomes an issue, off-site staging will then be required.

Contractor is not expected to encounter HAZMAT for this project.

Refer to the PDF of existing utility information as originally provided by VA Loma Linda.

Boring is not excluded by the plans or specifications.

Poles that require replacement or are new are noted on the plans. There are 13 new poles as noted with fixture name callouts “A (N)”, “B (N)”, “D (N)”, and “C2 (N)” as noted on the plans. There is on only 1 pole noted as (A (R) that is being replaced. All others are existing poles with new lighting heads as noted on the plans.

This is understandable. The E.C. shall coordinate issues with the removal of existing wire on a case-by-case basis with the VA construction project manager during demolition.

Light poles are to have boxes within three feet as noted in keynote 24 and per detail 3 on sheet E-7.02 which is the VA standard for pull boxes. Pull boxes were omitted from the site plans for drawing clarity at such a small scale except for stand-alone pull boxes which are shown.

This requirement is set-aside for SDVOSB’s only.

Yes, VA will provide these details upon request.

VA will not accept this method.

In order to comply with patient safety, a phasing plan is to be followed. Therefore, this method is not acceptable.

VA will not allocate an area for stockpiling.

The note 9 keynote should read the same as note 9 on sheet E-2.02. “NO EXISTING ELECTRICAL INFORMATION REGARDING LIGHT FIXTURE. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY SOURCE ELECTRICAL PANEL AND VOLTAGE. CONTRACTOR TO CONTACT ENGINEER IF DIFFERENT THAN WHAT IS SHOWN ON NEW WORK SHEETS (E-3.01 THROUGH E-3.04.)”, Refer to updated sheet E-2.03.

Existing 225A C.B. is to remain. Existing switchboard is “MDBA”. New transformer is “T-DB”. New distribution board is “DB”. See new addendum “A” dated 7/26/2 21 on sheets E-5.00 and E-5.01.

CAT5e is to be in conduit when on or in wall, exposed, and not in cable tray. CAT5e is to be placed in data cable tray where possible. No new cable tray is being added.

The VA will need to help identify the nearest 120V emergency panel that can supply the power pack in room 1D-04.

There is no specific phasing plan. This is to be planned out with contractor prior to beginning construction.

The lighting panels are in the basement level service bays.

The E.C. is to reuse the existing wall penetration that is near each panel. E.C. is to patch and repair water proofing of the existing penetration after new conduits have been installed.

Ocal PVC may be used under the existing bridges.

Commissioning is not required for this project.

Specification Section 01 00 00 is final.

All work is expected during normal business hours (M-F). With the exception of power shutdowns.

VA will not require entire parking lot to be fenced off during construction. However, construction phasing portion will be required to be fence off.

VA will not provide Geotechnical report.

VA will not issue a specific section for surveying.

Disregard section 1.17 A, B and C.

Parts mentioned in Specification 01 00 00 parts 1.23 & 1.24 are required.

Specification Section 01 35 26 is final.

Monday – Friday (07:00AM – 3:30PM).

Areas which require an electrical shutdown.

VA will not provide office inside one of their buildings.

Reference response to RFI 009.

At the time of design there was one fixture “A(R)” that has an existing damaged pole which is to be replaced and a new fixture head added.

At the time of design there was one fixture “A(R)” that has an existing damaged pole which is to be replaced and a new fixture head added. If the base appears to be damaged or if the existing mounting bolts will not work with the new base, then a new base will need to be installed according to detail 10 on sheet E-7.02.

This information is not on hand.

Project is to follow standard construction soil requirements.

Please see revised note 13 on sheet E-5.00.

VA will not require entire parking lot to be fenced off during construction. However, construction phasing portion will be required to be fence off.

This is not a requirement for this project.

This report is not available.

There are no known hazardous materials within the scope of work.

Please provide wire size for this run.

Wire size was called out. Please see updated plans.

• C2(N) description says new pole but no pole number is placed in manufacturer column.

• Please confirm that “symbols” are flipped on C2 and C4.

• Does C2 need new pole?

• Does C2(N) need new pole and new arm?

• A(R) on fixture schedule but none on plans. Please clarify if none are A(R).

• C4 and D4 called out on drawings. Are these the same fixture?

• No D4 on Fixture Schedule.

This photo description is called out as C2 on Fixture Schedule. Assuming it is a C4. Please clarify

There are 13 new poles as noted with fixture name callouts “A (N)”, “B (N)”, “D (N)”, and “C2 (N)” as noted on the plans. There is on only 1 pole noted as “A(R)” that is being replaced. All others are existing poles with new lighting heads as noted on the plans.

· A(N) is a new pole/arm with new fixture at new location.

· A(R) is an existing pole/arm being replaced with new pole/arm and light fixture at existing location. Please see E-3.00 and E-3.01 for location.

· C2(N) is a new pole/arm with new fixture at new location. Pole designation has been added to the fixture schedule. Refer to revised sheet E-3.00 for updated fixture schedule.

· The symbols for fixtures C2 and C4 were swapped on the fixture schedules and have been corrected. Refer to revised sheet E-3.00 for updated fixture schedule.

· Two (2) 4 headed fixtures/poles shown on plans should have been 3 headed type D3. Fixture schedule is correct. Please refer to updated sheets E-3.00 and E-3.01

Does the VA want us to do anything with Flagpole lights? They are out of shape. Near “Colors Donated By American Legion Auxiliary District 25”

Replacing the flag pole lights are not part of this contract. The As-built drawings indicate that the power and control of the existing flagpole lights is from a different source than those notes on the plans.

A screening process is required for personnel working on this project.

Tie into existing J-box when possible.

Note should have been note 20. Refer to updated sheet E-3.02. Note 25 refers to new conduit section on lower left of sheet E-3.04. Refer to updated sheet E-3.02.

Alternate routes may be accepted later in planning.

Work will be completed in phases for this project.

Yes, temporary lighting is expected.

Yes. If left unattended during construction and after construction hours, all trenches must be covered to make safe and for vehicular traffic.

Duration of contract may be extended at no additional cost due to understandable reasons at the discretion of the contracting officer.

Addressed in Amendment #2

Contractor shall allow for temporary lighting in the event a lighting circuit/area cannot be re-energized and cannot be made safe at sundown.

Yes. However, the contractor will be liable for any underground utilities that may be damaged during and after boring operation (damage to water lines may not be apparent right away, i.e., irrigation lines).

THE VA design guidelines to not require inline fuses for the exterior lighting. Proceed with no inline fuses.

Replace all wiring including within pole and up to lighting fixture head.

No concrete encasement is required.

One area at a time due to the high parking demand.

VA will require all stripping to be re-done for uniformity.

I am looking to get some insight for the use of the solid state breakers/panel. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

There have been revisions made to the drawings in response to this RFI. See attached.

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