36C25919R0009-0003001.pdf

Contractor Questions VA Response

Sheet A-311 states that the hardware should be “PROX. CARD REALEASE HWR” while page 268 in the specifications states that the hardware should be “Auto. Door Operator” with “PUSH BUTTON / CONTROLS.” Please advise as to which door hardware should be used

Please follow what was indicated on specs.

Sheet A-311 states that the Viewing Window should be “APPROXIMATELY 36”x36”.” Page

268 states that the Viewing Window should be “Approx. 6” x 24.” Please advise as to which viewing window size should be used

36" x 36" would be correct. Specs have been updated to correct typo.

Sheet A-311 Finish Schedule for SLC VA AMU Renovation shows a “SV-3” at the Station Rooms.

But no “SV-3” is listed on the Finish Key on the same sheet? When you get a chance will you please clarify this for me?

Drawing sheet A-311 and Specs have been updated

Where will the construction lay down location be.

This will included a project office and material lay down space?

See proposed location of barriers on attached layout, "Proposed Barriers, Material Laydown, and Office".

Will there be phasing needed for the plumbing/sewer lines work? Will this affect any other area in the hospital?

Yes, phasing of work will have to be coordinated with VA when work is done outside of unit area. Such as when sewer is routed to ground level.

Will there be phasing needed for the electrical work? Will the electrical work affect any other area of the hospital?

Electrical work will need coordination with VA COR and Electricians. Impacts to other areas are unknown, but presumed none. However, coordination will allow electricians to be on standby if any issues occur.

7 Where are the feasible locations for dumpsters to be placed for clean demo and abatement?

The only feasible location would be the loading dock area to the east of Bldg 14.

Please see attached map of "Bldg 14 Loading Dock Location".

8 nd of toilets do they want? Are they flush tank or flus Please refer to Specs 22 44 00.

9 What kind of sinks do they want? Please refer to Specs 22 44 00.

So does the SSHO and the CP have to be on site at all times? Can the SSHO and the CP be the same person?

Due to the size of the project, the SSHO and CP can be the same person and will need to be on the site at all times.

Will there have to be negative air machines while construction is being done? If so how many? And where will we be able to vent them to?

Please refer to Specs 01 35 26. Venting will be possible through exterior window.

Does the area need to have a construction barrier built around it? If so does it need to be built to the deck?

Yes, hard barrier shall be built around project area and plastic can be used above ceiling grid. See proposed location of barriers on attached layout, "Proposed

Barriers, Material Laydown, and Office.

13 n the mastic be mechanically removed versus chemic The mastic in the unit has been notes as yellow carpet type glue. Contractor to use means and methods to remove glue. If chemicals will be used, contractor shall submit proper documentation during submittals.

Can the V/A give provide a map for a staging area for equipment trucks and dump trailer for asbestos debris?

The only feasible location would be the loading dock area to the east of Bldg 14.

Please see attached map of "Bldg 14 Loading Dock Location".

Can the V/A Clarify if only the 12 inch floor tile is asbestos and not the yellow adhesive? Or are we to assume that both the floor tile and yellow adhesive is asbestos containing material No Lab results were posted that separate

The lab test of the yellow carpet glue was negative for asbestos. Only the VCT Tile has come back positive. The positive results were published on Drawing G-

002 in the lower right corner.

16 e HVAC supply and return ducts be isolated for this p No, the HVAC can't be isolated for this project. Coordination will have to be made with VA for down times of unit.

17 Will the VA hire the third party consultant for over sight and area/clearance air sampling? The VA will be responsible for the 3rd party oversight and air sampling.

It is sometimes difficult to attain new PPQ’s for bid submissions, will the VA allow submission of previously submitted PPQ’s for this RFP if it is recent and relevant?

No. As stated in the Instructions to offerors: IF THE OFFEROR CANNOT PROVIDE A CPARS FOR PROJECTS LISTED IN FACTOR 1, then the offeror shall submit Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQ) for each project included in

Factor 1. Offerors shall not incorporate by reference into their proposal PPQs previously submitted for other RFPs.

is there an asbestos survey for this project or would the survey for the whole office project apply to this project?

An Asbestos/lead survey has been conducted for this project. The positive results were published on Drawing G-002 in the lower right corner.

20 Are there any special requirements when the ceiling grid is removed?

Yes, Heat detectors are required to be installed on deck and tied into fire alarm, or flipping the sprinkler heads, as long as they are within 12" of deck, while ceiling grid is removed.

21 When using negative air machine, will we have to show the pressure?

Yes, there should be a gauge that displays the negative pressure from just outside the unit. Possibly within ante space.

22 If the fire alarm is out of service more than 4 hours will fire watch be required?

Yes, per code, if more than 4 hours within a 24 hour period, fire watch would be required.

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