36C25919R0086-0006003.pdf

RFI # 3

63. Can the Superintendent and SSHO roles be filled by the same person?

See question # 46 of RFI #2.

64. The specs calls for a Optima Health Zone 2 x 2 Acoustical Ceiling Tile, the plans page AS-701 Finish Schedule is calling for Cortega 2x2 #704. Which ceiling tile are we to price?

In this case the specs should generally dictate the selection. These should meet the standard for cleaning requirements and “scrub ability”.

65. We have noticed there are no specifications for the cubicle curtains and tracks. Will there be a spec sheet released between now and the bid date?

See specification Section 10 21 23 posted with RFI# 2.

66. Is this project sales tax exempt? If the project is sales tax exempt can the government provide a sales tax exemption certificate?

The project is not sale tax exemption. The contractor still has to pay sale tax.

67. Will the Government provide comprehensive written badging requirements for the project if badging is required?

COR will provide form for contractor personnel’s who are going to be working on the project to fill up for background check and issue the badge.

68. Where will the designated parking area be for workers accessing the construction site?

The construction workers can park on parking garage or parking area designate by VA.

69. Will the government accept the use of the industry leading Procore Project Management software as the primary submittal and data tracking tool for this project? The software is compatible with the VA’s networks and is currently in use at many VA locations.

Yes, VA accept the use of industry leading Procore Project Management in the past. However any other on line system maybe used after approval by the VA.

70. During construction in an area where the ceilings or fire suppression system will be disrupted, will NFPA 241 apply? Will the government require additional security measures beyond NFPA code such as fire watch, temporary fire alarms, adjustments to sprinkler heads, etc.

Does the Government have a fire alarm servicer that they currently work with? What is the name and contact information of the person or persons that will need to be coordinated with or security and fire alarm and suppression systems work and/or disruptions?

Contractor shall make the request for fire suppression system disruption 14 days prior to shut down. VA will bypass the fire suppression system in the area that the contractor will working.

The contractor shall provide fire watch during fire suppression system disruption to change or adjust sprinkler heads

71. Has the work area been checked for asbestos, if so, can the report be published prior to bid date?

Reference Specification Division 2 Demolition.

72. What is the Governments’ policy if asbestos products are encountered during construction?

Reference Specification Division 2 Demolition.

73. Does the Government currently have a 3rd party testing service for those items requiring?

testing or is the contractor free to locate and hire applicable testing firms?

Government does not have 3rd party testing service,

74. Who is responsible for the utility locations?

Coordinate with VA for the utility location.

75. Due to current potentially significant tariffs being placed on the importation of building materials such as wood or steel by the current Presidential Executive Branch, if a tariff is placed after bid time and before award will the government consider a price escalation on a contract value for products such as steel or wood should the executive branch levee tariffs effecting such materials? Most of these materials would still have been Buy American compliant as the tariffs would increase pricing on all steel or wood materials, regardless of origin.

The VA will evaluate any requests after award and when and if this arises.

76. Describe all tasks that may be required for this project as it relates to infectious control?

Reference Specification for Safety Requirements.

77. What is the level of infectious disease control rating for this site?

IV

78. Can the SSHO also be the onsite super or project manager?

See question # 46 in RFI #2.

79. What company is responsible for the HVAC controls for this campus and who is the point of contact?

The existing controls system for this project is Automated Logic Corp (ALC) as provided and locally supported by ES2 of Oklahoma City. Coordinate all controls work with ES2. The specification will be revised in the next addendum.

VA also has Johnson Controls Metasys nearby can be utilized for BMS.

80. Is there any phasing on this project? Will normal working hours be possible for this project?

See question # 5 in RFI #2.

81. Are there any sole sourced products on this project?

There are not any sole sourced products in this project.

82. Can the sign-in sheet from the site visit be published prior to bid?

Already Posted.

83. Can the bid date be extended a minimum of 2 weeks for the responses to questions to be distributed to all parties?

The bid date has been extended to 4/30/2019.

83. There are no specifications for the cubicle curtains and tracks. Will there be a spec sheet released between now and the bid date? If not, do you know what fabric, fullness, track, mesh height, etc, is needed?

See question # 11 of RFI #2.