S06- B64 All 2nd Questions - Answers_Updated.docx

B64 Follow-On Renovation - 2nd Questions_Updated

1. The specifications Table Of Contents includes 09 06 00, however this specification section was not included in the document.

a. Please provide the completed Specification Section 09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes.

· The Specification Schedule 09 06 00 Schedule of Finishes has already been provided with the solicitation; however, updates to the Schedule of Finishes were required, so an updated copy of the Schedule of Finishes will be provided.

2. The specifications Table Of Contents includes 09 94 19, however this specification section was not included in the document.

a. Please provide the completed Specification Section 09 94 19 Multicolor Interior Finishing.

This section has been removed from the TOC. This does not apply to the project.

3. Sheet A6.00 Detail 1 Window Elevation “A” indicates to “See Schedule” for the window size, however no window schedule is provided with the Construction Documents.

a. Please provide a completed Window Schedule.

· Dimensions have been provided on this drawing detail.

4. Specification Section 12 24 21 specifies “Provide roller shades at all new and existing windows throughout project area.”, no building elevations were provided with the Construction Plans.

a. Please provide window sizes at locations where roller shades are required.

· Windows have been dimensioned on reference plans.

5. Sheet A5.40 & A5.41 are Furniture Plans but, no Furniture Schedule was included/provided.

a. Please confirm these plans were issued for information only, no furniture is included in this solicitation.

· Correct, the furniture plans are for informational use only. No furniture is included in this solicitation.

6. Specification Section 10 14 00 Signage specifies “interior signage for all room numbers identified on the floor plan drawings, and code required signs.” But no sign design, size, lettering, room names… was provided.

a. Please provide sign design drawings with a schedule of Room Identities.

· Contractor shall follow the VA 2013 Signage Design Guide (this is a public access document) standard for all signage.

· Follow signage requirements in specification

7. Specification Section 10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection, specifically identifies corner guards. The FRP locations are specified on the Room Finish Schedule but, no corner guards are shown on the plans.

a. Please confirm no corner guards are required. Corner guards have been added to 5.10 & 5.11

b. Please confirm FRP as specified in the Room Finish Schedule is the only required Wall Protection.

· Correct

8. Sheet A5.00 details fire extinguisher cabinet heights, no new fire extinguisher cabinets are shown on the plans.

a. Please confirm no new fire extinguisher cabinets are required, the existing cabinets are to remain and meet code requirements. New FEC are shown on A1.00 and A1.01

9. Refer to Sheet AD1.00, Keynote #02-06 indicates to “Remove Existing Partition”.

a. Please provide drawing sections, indicating the construction of each different type of wall to be removed.

· Keynote 02-06 has been modified to indicate that existing walls are 4” clay tile masonry with metal lathe/plaster finish

10. Refer to Sheet AD1.00, the Legend indicates “Grayed” walls are “Existing To Remain”, however, there are partitions that are grayed that have Keynote #02-06 indicating to remove them.

a. Please confirm which direction should be followed, the Legend or Keynote #02-06.

· This has been updated on drawing sheet AD1.00

11. Refer to Sheet A1.00, Door 115A at Vestibule #115, indicates the door with side lights is Elevation “E”. Elevation “E” on Sheet A6.00 refers to Head Detail 1/A6.01 and Jamb 6/A6.01 which depicts “Insulated Aluminum Framed Window”.

a. Please confirm this frame should be HM per Detail 3 & 8/A6.01. This shall be HM per the updated detail.

· Yes. Elevation “E” on Sheet A6.00 references details 1/A6.01 & 6/A6.01, which are for the windows next to the door (store front). Sheet A6.00 Door Schedule calls for Door 115A to have HM frame material. This is correct

12. Refer to Sheet A6.00 Door Schedule. Door Mark #107 indicates the door is Aluminum and the frame is HM. Sheet A1.00 indicates Door #107 is Elevation “C” with Aluminum Head & Jamb.

a. Please confirm Opening #107 is Elevation “C”, Aluminum Door & Frame.

· No. Elevation “C” on Sheet A6.00 is for the store front, not door and frame. See Door Schedule for door frame specified. This is storefront (aluminum)

13. Refer to Specification Section 08 71 00, paragraph 2.3 B4 indicates overhead closer “Material of closer body shall be forged or cast.”. B6 indicates to “provide closer body and arm assembly of stainless-steel material.”. We have been unable to find a closer body, forged or cast of stainless steel.

a. Please provide a Basis of Design manufacturer and model number that meets these requirements.

· Hager C02011 per the hardware schedule

14. Refer to Specification Section 08 71 00, paragraph 2.5 B, indicates to “Provide door stops wherever an opened door or any item of hardware thereon would strike a wall, column, equipment or other parts of building construction.” A door stop is specified in some of the Hardware Groups, but not all of them where doors will “strike a wall…”. There are many different “Door Stops” available, some more expensive than others.

a. Please specify a specific Door Stop in each Hardware Group as required.

· Follow the VA standard spec provided. Specification for each condition will not be provided

15. Refer to Specification Section 08 71 00, Door Hardware Groups. The numbers/codes listed under the “Quantity and Type as Required” column do not provide enough information to determine quality, function, & finish of the hardware.

a. Please provide a desired Basis of Design manufacturer with corresponding model numbers.

See the door hardware schedule

16. Refer to Specification Section 08 71 00, Hardware Group 013 lists a “Rim Panic Device” without any code numbers, only “**Needs ANSI**”.

a. Please provide desired Basis of Design manufacturer with corresponding model numbers.

· Hardware Group 014 also lists a “Rim Panic Device.” See door hardware schedule – 98 series

17. Refer to Specification Section 08 71 00, Hardware Group 015 lists a “Crash Bar” & “Pull Bar” without any code numbers, only “**Needs ANSI**”.

a. Please provide desired Basis of Design manufacturer with corresponding model numbers.

· Provide push pull that meets standard VA spec

18. Amendment #5, RFI #13. The response does not clarify the Alternate 1 Additive Pricing on the Bid Schedule. The Bid Schedule lists an “alternate power source” add, but refers you to the SOW for “Details”. The SOW details an Alternate add for “ Exterior Landscaping”, nothing to do with a power source. Now the architect is indicating the Alternate add should be for “Elevator Modernization”.

a. Please provide details for the Alternate Add Pricing shown on the Bid Schedule, installation of an alternative power source to the new equipment.

· See updated Bid schedule in Amendment #017

19. Refer to Sheet A6.00 Door Schedule. Door 127D does not include a Hardware Group number.

a. Please provide a Hardware Group number for Door 127D.

· Hardware group 15 per spec

20. Refer to Sheet A1.01, Wall Type M2E specifies a “2” Metal Stud”. 2” metal suds are special order with even longer lead time.

a. Please confirm a 1 5/8” metal stud can be used in lieu of the 2” shown.

· Acceptable per the detail

21. Refer to Sheet A2.10, Detail 8 & 9 depict the 1x Ceiling Paneling at an elevation of 109’-0”. The rafter ties are at 110’-4”. No framing is shown/specified to support the 1x Ceiling Paneling.

a. Please provide a framing design as required to support the 1x Ceiling Paneling.

· See revised details 8 & 9 for framing information

22. Refer to Sheet A5.00, Finish Schedule Room C206 does not show any new finishes.

a. Please confirm no new flooring, ceiling, or painting is required in Corridor C206.

· New finishes are required in Corridor C206. See drawing sheet A5.00 for scheduled finishes in C206

23. Refer to Sheet A3.10, the details depict Prefinished Metal Soffit Panels on the underside of the roof sheathing between the roof rafters/joists.

a. Please confirm the roof rafters/joists will be exposed galvanized 100S200-54 members, no painting required.

see revised details on A3.10

b. Would it be acceptable to install the Hat Channel & Prefinished Metal Soffit Panels on the bottom of the rafter/joist members and install prefinished facia panels?

· This is acceptable, see revised details on A3.10

24. Executive Order 14042/VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. Will the VA COVID-19 screening tool change from what is currently presented today?

· No plans are known to change the screening tool at this time.

25. Executive Order 14042/VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. Are there any fines associated with employees not complying?

· EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

26. Executive Order 14042/VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. If an employee is spot checked by a COR, and cannot provide a vaccination card or test, will the employee be asked to leave, or can they take a rapid test on site prior to returning to work?

· (CO will answer – Assume the Contractor will be asked to leave and can return to work once they have met the current COVID-19 vaccination requirements or have a negative test result and appropriate exception paperwork is in place.)

27. Executive Order 14042/VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. How long will the mandate be in place? Should we assume until the end of this contract?

EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

28. VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. Do the VHA Supplemental Requirements apply to subcontracts under $250K?

EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

29. 52.223-99

a. Does 52.223-99 apply to subcontractors under $250K in contract value?

EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

30. VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. Do the VHA Supplemental Requirements apply to all employees associated with the contract, or only employees traveling to and working at the VHA campus?

EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

31. 52.223-99/EO 14042

a. Please confirm all employees on contracts and subcontracts above $250k are required to be vaccinated, even when not travelling to the VHA campus.

· EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

32. Executive Order 14042/VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. Is testing required for exempt employees of covered contracts if the employee does not travel to or work at the VHA campus?

· EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

33. Does 52.223-99 apply to subcontractors under the micro purchase threshold?

· (EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

· Same Question as #29)

34. Do the VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for COVID-19 apply to subcontractors under the micro purchase threshold?

· EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

· Same Question as #29)

35. Executive Order 14042/VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

a. For subcontractors where 52.223-99 applies, will they need to test exempt employees that do not travel to or work at the VHA Campus?

· EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

36. VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements

a. The VHA Supplement Requirements requires testing for exempt employees, but does not mention testing for employees that have been exposed to COVID 19 positive individuals. Are we to include costs for ancillary testing for unforeseen COVID 19 exposure, and if so what are the protocols?

EO 14042 is not being enforced at this time, due to court order.

37. What are the protocols for contractor employees that test positive for COVID-19? If asked to leave the site, when can they return?

· Any contractors shall call Sheridan VAHCS Employee Health in the event that they develop symptoms associated with COVID-19, have been in direct contact or exposed to COVID-19, or test positive in the community with COVID-19. The COR will provide phone numbers after award. Employee Health will advise the contractors of the most current plan and processes when they call; however, right now, contractors and employees are typically able to return to work at 10 days after a positive test or the onset of symptoms, depending on if they have symptom improvement at the end of those 10 days and do not have a fever.

38. 101400: Signage

· Spec states sign types, sizes, and quantities are in the plans but there is not a signage schedule. Please advise on if signs will be needed and types needed.

· See answer for Question #6.

39. 102600: Wall Protection

· Corner guard locations are not called out on plans. Please advise on locations or quantities needed.

· See answer for Question #7 a.

· FRP-1 is listed in both 06-64-00 and 102600 please advise as to who is supplying the product.

· Specification Section 06 64 00 is not included in the Specifications for this project. Provide FRP per Specification Section 10 26 00.

40. 102800: Toilet Accessories

a. Robe hooks called out in spec are not called out on plans. Please advise if needed.

· See drawing sheet A5.20 for robe hook locations

b. Rooms 203B, 309A, 309B do not call out if a new mirror will be needed. Please advise if a new mirror needs to be provided and size.

· 24x36 mirrors are elevated on drawing sheet A5.20

41. The Drawings identify the soil around the existing porches contains lead. Do the porches contain lead paint also?

· Assume that the existing porches contain lead paint. See drawing sheet AD2.05 keynote 02-55.1 which indicates that lead paint shall be expected at all existing porch components.

42. What is the floor to deck height on each floor?

· See 9/A3.00 for floor to floor heights

43. During the site visit it looked like there is a secondary ceiling above the visible ceiling. Please confirm the visible ceiling is all that needs to be demolished. If the secondary ceiling is to be removed please identify what the ceiling components are.

· Second ceiling to remain

44. During the site walk we notice the wall thickness is wider than the door frames by about ½” on each side of the door frame. Please confirm how many layers of drywall on in the walls.

· See AD1.00 keynote 02-06 for existing wall composition.

45. Has an asbestos survey been completed for the building, and was asbestos identified in the building?

· The asbestos survey has already been provided with the solicitation.

46. The electrical demo drawings show the fire alarm panel in the basement room #007. During the site visit we were not able to find the fire alarm panel in this room. Please identify where the fire alarm panel is located and provide pictures of the inside and outside of the panel.

· See drawing sheet FA100 for panel location

47. During the site walk we were not able to access the elevator please provide pictures of the interior of the elevator.

· See “B64 Old Elevator Pics” attachment for pictures of the interior of the elevator.

48. There is not a specification for the elevator please provide the make and model number for the existing elevator.

· The existing elevator is a Dover DMC1A model, job number FE3300.

49. Spec Section 01 00 00 Paragraph 1.1 Refers to Spec section 01 35 26. This section is not in the bid documents. Please provide.

· This spec section will not be included.

50. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.6 Operations and storage areas. Paragraph G states Building 64 will be vacated. Paragraph H states Building 64 Domiciliary will be occupied. Will the building be occupied during construction and if yes, to what areas?

· This will be addressed with the awardee at the preconstruction conference. It is currently unoccupied, however this may change during the POP of the project due to long work timeframe.

51. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.6 Paragraph I calls for a 7’ height construction fence. The typical rental fence for construction projects is 6’ in height. Will 6’ height fencing be allowed?

· 6’ fencing is acceptable

52. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.6 Paragraph I calls for a construction fence around the construction area. As there is landscape and sidewalk work surrounding the entire building, are we to surround the entire site, including all of Building 64 in construction fence?

· Yes, 6’ fencing is acceptable

53. There are numerous references in the specifications to LEED. Is this a LEED certified Project?

· No, this project will not seek LEED certification

54. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.14 As Builts. Paragraph A indicates to keep 2 sets of Full Size As-Builts on site during construction. Will One copy of As Builts be allowed?

· No, please keep two sets of full-size as-builts on site during construction per the Specifications.

55. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.14 Paragraph C indicates to provide As Builts at the end of each phase. We do not see where this project is Phased, so can we presume that we are to only provide one set of as builts at the completion of the project?

· There is no phasing for this project. Please provide at least one physical copy of as-builts and one electronic PDF copy of as-builts to the COR at the completion of the project.

56. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.31 Photographic Documentation. States we are to use a professional photographer for the project, and there are a large number of hard copy printed 8” x 10” and 16” x 20” photos required. As this is predominantly an interior renovation project will it be acceptable to utilize photos taken by the contractor with electronic submittals only?

· No, please provide the required photographic documentation per the Specifications.

57. Spec Section 01 00 00 1.31 Photographic Documentation. There is a requirement for aerial photographs. Can this requirement be eliminated as the project is predominantly an interior renovation?

· No, please provide the required photographic documentation per the Specifications.

58. Spec Section 01 33 23. There is no Submittal Schedule provided. Please provide the submittal schedule.

· General Contractor shall produce the submittal schedule as part of the pre-construction activities.

59. Is there any special or proprietary software required for the project submittals?

· Contractor to provide access which meets needed requirements.

60. Spec Section 01 45 00 9 Reference is made to an on-site testing lab during construction. As this project is predominantly an interior renovation, will it be acceptable to not have an on-site testing lab.

· Yes, it is acceptable to not have an on-site testing lab for this project.

61. Spec Section 01 45 29 12 Paragraph 3.11 Please provide the quantity of tests required as none are shown. This will allow accurate pricing for this item.

· Test quantity will be predicated by the number of pours or areas of compaction. AE will not quantify required number of tests not knowing the schedule of concrete pours or areas or compaction, etc.

62. Spec Section 01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements. We acknowledge the use of low emitting materials. As this project is an interior renovation to less than 50% of the building can this requirement be minimized? If there are occupants in the building, this will have an effect on some of the sustainability requirements such as air flushing of the HVAC System.

· This cannot be minimized. Follow the specs as referenced.

63. Spec Section 02 41 00 Demolition Paragraph 1.2 references the following spec sections that are not included in the bid documents:

a. Sub Paragraph A: missing section 31 20 00.

· See revised section 02 41 00

b. Sub Paragraph B: missing section 01 35 26

· See answer to Question #49. See revised section 02 41 00

c. Sub Paragraph E: missing section 02 82 11

· See revised section 02 41 00

d. Sub Paragraph G: missing section 01 57 19

· See revised section 02 41 00

e. Sub Paragraph I: missing section 01 35 26

· See answer to Question #49. See revised section 02 41 00

64. Spec Section 03 30 00 Paragraph 1.9 References concrete mock up. Will a concrete mock up be required? And what components are to be included in the mock up?

· Concrete mock up will not be required.

65. Can the soils report from the previous or for this current work on Building 64 be provided?

· We cannot provide this report.

66. Should groundwater be anticipated in construction of this project?

· It may be encountered.

67. Is there Lead Based Paint to be abated in the project? If so is there an environmental study available to define the scope of remediation required?

See drawing sheet AD1.00

68. Is there Asbestos to be abated in the project? If so, is there an environmental study available to define the scope of remediation required?

· See answer to Question #45.

69. It is referenced that there is lead contaminated soils on the project. To what extent (area and depth) are we to consider in pricing this work?

· See drawing sheet AD1.00

70. As the Specifications were provided after the pre-bid meeting, will there be an extension to the time to as pre-bid questions?

· An extension was already provided that extended pre-bid questions to November 29th, 2021. An additional extension will not be provided for pre-bid questions.

71. Will there be an opportunity for additional site visits?

· No, an additional site visit was already held on November 22nd, 2021.

72. It appears that the interior partitions have different thicknesses and construction materials. Please provide the construction details of the existing walls we are to demo for the project.

· See AD1.00 note 02-06

73. Are any of the interior partitions load-bearing.

· No

74. Are any of the walls insulated? And with what type of insulation?

· See wall types A1.01

75. Is the existing Fire Alarm installed in conduit?

· Existing conditions were available and viewable during the site walks.

76. Are there any concrete or plaster walls to be demoed?

· See AD1.00 note 02-06

77. Spec Section 01 45 00 Paragraph 3.1. We are confirming that the Site Super will also cover Quality Control. (Dual Hat)

· Yes, it is acceptable for the Site Superintendent to cover Quality Control. However, due to the scope, magnitude, and complexity of this project we are asking that the Site Superintendent does not hold more than one other position.

· Quality Control and Site Safety can be one person, who may also be the Alternate Site Superintendent.

78. As this is an interior renovation project, can the Site Super also cover Site Safety?

· Yes, it is acceptable for the Site Superintendent to cover Site Safety. However, due to the scope, magnitude, and complexity of this project we are asking that the Site Superintendent does not hold more than one other position.

· Site Safety and Quality Control can be one person, who may also be the Alternate Site Superintendent.

79. When is the anticipated start of construction for this project?

· Anticipated construction start date begins with the full Construction Notice to Proceed (NTP). An admin NTP will be given to address excessive material lead times.

80. Spec Section 04 20 00 1.5 B Will a mock-up be required?

· No

81. Spec Section 05 12 00 1.5 As steel is for the porch work can the AISC Fabricator and AISC Erector requirements be waived?

· No

82. Spec Section 05 40 00 1.3 Design Requirements. As joists are called out on the plans, where is the design requirement? Look at structural drawings

83. Spec Section 07 54 19 Paragraphs E & F references concrete decks. We did not see any concrete decks on the plans. Are there concrete decks to receive roofing?

· Roofing material shall be placed on metal or wood decks, no concrete is expected to be used.

84. Spec Section 09 06 00 Schedule for finishes is not in the spec book. Please provide.

· See answer to Question #1. See spec book, schedule of finishes is included

85. Please provide specifications for the work on the elevator.

· See answer to Question #18. See spec book, elevator spec is included

86. Spec Section 09 68 00 Carpeting 1.3 B – Will the 10’ x 10’ carpet mock up be required? If yes, can it be incorporated into the final work? And are mock ups required for each type of carpet?

· Yes carpet mock up required and can be incorporated into the final work. Required for all types as defined in Specs.

87. All of the countertops except one are called out on the plans as "SS1" finish, however they have not identified an "SS1" color on the finish schedule. Are we to assume "SS2" takes over "SS1"? There is a further issue with the "SS2" spec on the next line item.

· All countertops called out in the drawings as “SS1”, “SS2”, “PL2”, “PL3”, “PL4”, or “QTZ1” shall be “SS1”. Solid surface “SS1” is identified in the updated finish schedule.

88. The "SS2 "spec must have an error - Wilsonart does not have a solid surface color called Rain Cloud, they did have a Laminate color called Raincloud, but that was discontinued in 1995. Corian does have a solid surface color called Rain Cloud, is that what this is supposed to be and they just listed the wrong manufacturer?

· See answer to Question #87.

89. They have also identified a "QTZ1" spec, but nothing is called out as "QTZ1" on the plans, are some of the tops supposed to be "QTZ1"?

· See answer to Question #87.

90. There is one countertop that is called out as "PLAM1" in the Lobby 107 East, is this countertop supposed to be the same laminate color as the cabinets "PL1", or should there be a "PL2" identified for this countertop?

· PL2 can be the same laminate color as PL1

91. With the above discrepancies we will need them to correct and re-issue the finish schedule, as well as update the plans to identify which tops are supposed to be SS1, SS2, QTZ1, PL1, PL2 respectively.

· See answers to Questions #1 and #87.

92. On sheet T-200 what does the symbol IW stand for. Also the IW with a V

· See Sheet T 001 “Intercom Back Box & Conduit Requirements” for the symbol key.

93. On Sheet T 200 what does the symbol VRC stand for?

· We think this question is asking about the “VCR” symbol by Porch P102 on Sheet T 200.

94. What do the Omni Directional antenna connect to? Is tis equipment supplied under this project? If so what brand?

· This will be answered in Amendment #018.

95. What is the PA connecting to? Is there any existing system? If so what brand.

0. Paging speakers are intended to be an extension of the existing system

96. Confirming that the Card Access is rough in only. No Card access equipment is need in the project.

97. Can we use 6” knock down frames if they meet all the fire ratings

· No. Fully welded frames required.

98. Sheet A5.00, Room Finish Schedule, room 319 calls for SV1 flooring and Cove, but finish plan, sheet A5.11 shows hatching for LVT1. Please clarify.

· Provide LVT-1

99. Sheet A5.00, Room Finish Schedule, room 325 calls for LVT1 flooring but shows hatching for CPT1. Please clarify. Provide LVT-1

100. Please confirm 2nd floor corridor to receive LVT1 flooring and RB base, as shown on sheet A5.11 Provide LVT-1

101. Please specify SDT1 from Room Finish Schedule, sheet A5.00

· See file “09 65 19 RESILIENT TILE FLOORING”

102. Please give count of steps for Stair wells 1 & 2 for new resilient treads & Risers. BIDDING CONTRACTOR TO COUNT, quantities will not be given

103. Do you know anything about the existing road around the north side of the building that appears to be pretty new but is shown as gravel and dirt on the plans? Do you know if the plans are going to be revised? Or how this will be handled?

· The plans for this project will not be revised to account for the new road. The road north of Building 64 is new as of 2021 from a separate Roads Project.

Bldg. 64 Questions B

1. Does the contractor need to have a general contractor's license to bid on this project? Yes. See FAR 9.102. Each offeror needs to meet the solicitation requirements.

2. Are we replacing and providing a complete package for nurse call, alertus, overhead speakers or paging and access control?

Nurse Call

0. There is no new nurse call installed from this project. Any nurse call on the other side of the building will remain as it is.

Panic Buttons.

0. Panic buttons are intended to be an extension of the existing VA system

0. Additionally there is a note from sheets T-200 and T-201 that reads as below

Overhead speakers

0. The only overhead speakers being installed are for Paging speakers Paging speakers

0. Paging speakers are intended to be an extension of the existing system Access Control

0. Contractor is to provide rough in only for future card readers to be provided by VA as shown in the note from sheets T-200 and T-201 that reads as below

3. Or do the field devices need to work with a specific brand of equipment that you already have in place? See above

4. Reference Interior Demolition Drawings, Sheet Specific Notes: SEE SPECIFICATION 02 82 13.19 ASBESTOS FLOOR TILE AND MASTIC ABATEMENT FOR A SUMMARY AND DIAGRAM OF ABATEMENT WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROJECT See file “Asbestos Survey”

5. Please provide Specification Section 02 82 13.19 See Attached files.

6. Please provide Qty’s for Asbestos Tile and Mastic Removal. See Attached files.

7. Reference Amendment 14 RFI’s #2: See above

8. Question 45’s answer states that an asbestos survey has already been provided with the solicitation. We do not see the survey posted on Sam.gov. Please provide an asbestos survey for B64. See Attached files.

9. Reference Drawing A5.10 and A5.11 Floor and Wall Finish Plan: See Attached files.

10. Amendment 15 Drawings added Static Dissipative Tile and VCT Tile. Please provide specifications for Static Dissipative and VCT tile. See Attached files.

11. Do you know the floor load limit of the different floors in B64? A question was asked in reference to brining in a floor srcaper. I was not able to track down an overall design floor live load for the Building 64 in Sheridan. Our analysis was specifically to the area we were adding the new MECH unit on 2nd floor. With that being said a lot of the floor construction is similar in size & reinforcing. Do they have a load (along with footprint) for the scraper they and proposing/requesting to use? If so, we may be able to assess/review the locations they are wanting to use this scraper and determine if the structure is adequate. See attached files with this amendment.

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