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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) FORM

SOLICITATION: 36C26120R0005 – Relocate T722A, T802, and provide utilities

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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

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(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.

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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 03-17-2020 612A4-19-006 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21) VA Northern California HealthCare System 150 Muir Road Martinez

CA

94553-4668 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21) VA Northern California HealthCare System 150 Muir Road Martinez

CA

94553-4668 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26120R0005 03-17-2020

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Proposal Due Date Remains Unchanged Solicitation 36C26120R0005 is hereby amended for the following reasons:

1. To post the site visit sign in sheets.

2. To address the RFI's listed on the following pages.

Please see the following pages and attached documents for additional details.

Denise R. Groves Contracting Officer RFI #1 In Solicitation, Phase I Submission Requirements, Page 21 of 81: please provide offerors with Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment A).

VA Response: PPQ is posted with amendment/RFIs.

RFI #2 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope, Subsection 3.5: Is the government aware of any specific Environmental-related permits for the on-site demolition of the existing modular trailers?

VA Response: Contractor shall develop and implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).

RFI #2a Similarly, does the government require any 3rd party inspections on the soil during and/or after the demolition of the existing trailers?

VA Response: The VA has no soil information for this area. Contractor’s design team shall perform Geotech and Soils report.

Contractor shall provide “T” Footings under the modular trailer.

RFI #2b Similarly, is the government aware of any specific building-related permits required for performance of this contract considering that the new modular trailer can be classified as temporary or permanent?

VA Response: Permits are not required.

RFI #3 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope, Subsection 3.7.22: does the government require a fire suppression system for the new modular trailer?

VA Response: Contractor shall follow latest NFPA and IBC Codde.

RFI #4 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope, Subsection 3.7.10: would the government allow for an EPDM roof versus the TPO roof?

VA Response: Roof shall be TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin, a single-ply roofing membrane).

RFI #5 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope, Subsection 3.7.30: can the adjacent chain link security fence be opened and sealed off with temporary, lockable temporary fencing while the demolition process for B722A & B802 is being conducted by Contractor?

VA Response: Yes, adjacent chain link security fence can be opened and sealed off with temporary, lockable temporary fencing while the demolition process for B722A & B802 is being conducted by Contractor.

The entire construction site shall be surrounded by 6’ temporary fencing. VA Police patrol the site, but the Contractor shall be responsible for their own security. See VA Specification SECTION 010000 T722a and T802.

Contractor shall restore VA fencing upon completion of work.

Contractor shall follow VA standards and specifications are located at https://www.cfm.va.gov/TIL/.

RFI #6 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope: is the finished floor elevation between 30” and 34” acceptable to the government for the new modular trailer?

VA Response: Double check floor height of adjacent trailers and buildings. Finished floor height shall be approximately the same elevation. Below is the approximate floor height of adjacent buildings to grade:

RFI #7 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope, Subsection 3.7.16: would the government consider and/or accept engineered 100% aluminum ADA ramps, platforms, and steps as an option to current solicitation requirements?

VA Response: Contractor shall follow VA standards and specifications are located at https://www.cfm.va.gov/TIL/. Barrier Free Design Standard is included.

RFI #8 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope, Subsection 3.3: will the government consider and/or allow case-by-case weekend work to be performed by Contractor as necessary for the convenience and safety of the VA staff and patients?

VA Response: Standard contractor hours shall be approximately 7 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Other times shall be coordinated with the COR.

RFI #9 In Solicitation, Section 3 Project Scope: please identify the Telecommunication Building IDF Room that will provide both Fiber Optic and Voice distribution to the new modular trailer.

VA Response: Contractor shall install Single Mode fiber using conduit from behind B722 to B650 Room 1E272 server room. This is approximately 2,000’. Contractor shall confirm.

Contractor shall install 25 pair copper to IT closet located in the rear of B720. This is approximately 400’. Contractor shall confirm.

RFI #10 Please identify the security/card reader Control Panel point-of-contact for the new modular trailer if known at this time.

VA Response: Card Readers are not required.

RFI #11 Please identify the Fire Alarm Control to be used for the new modular trailer Electronic Fire Alarm if known at this time.

VA Response: VA central is Secutron. New system shall be Secutron. Secutron is serviced by Universal Security & Fire Inc.

RFI #12 Will the government be able to provide/identify the SMUD utility service site planner information necessary for Contractor to establish new service(s)?

VA Response: Electrical service shall originate from the VA site. Service shall originate from electrical switch located between B810 and B730 indicated by the red arrow. New modular trailer electrical service shall be connected to this location. This is approximately 400’.

B805, B806, and B807 are currently being removed by others. When new modular trailer is complete, B722A and B802 shall be removed. Reference Electrical Panel (1) through (5) photos. Reference electrical topo map. Buildings scheduled to be demolished are indicated with an “X”

RFI #13 Does the government have any specific decommissioning requirements for the removal and relocation of the T722A and T802? If so, can the government provide those requirements?

VA Response: There are no specific decommissioning requirements.

RFI #14 Can the government provide any existing geotechnical or soil reports for the project area or vicinity where the new modular trailer will be located?

VA Response: The VA has no soil information for this area. Contractor’s design team shall perform Geotech and Soils report. Contractor shall perform underground scans such as Ground Penetrating Radar and Inductive Electromagnetic.

RFI #15 In the Solicitation, Section 15 Attachments, Subsection 15.1 Site Mockup: Has the government determined the exact location of where the new modular trailer will be located, or shall the Contractor provide a specific location within the area delineated within the Site Mockup photograph provided?

VA Response: New modular trailer shall be located in the parking lot to the east of B722A and north of B807. Contractor shall always allow traffic access to the parking lot north off B722A. See attached CG104, Grading Plan. See aerial view, below.

RFI #16 Are there any restrictions on the Contractor to work hours for undertaking a geotechnical exploration on the area(s) within scope?

VA Response: Standard contractor hours shall be approximately 7am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Other times shall be coordinated with the COR.

Shutdowns require 3 weeks’ notice. Shutdowns and testing shall be restricted to evenings, early mornings, or Saturdays.

RFI #17 In Solicitation, Section 6 Schedule for Design Build, Page 11 of 81: will the government allow for an accelerated schedule of Actions, particularly, within the initial design phases, if Contractor can provide and meet the government’s requirements for submittals & comments within a quicker amount of time then initially reflected within the Solicitation Schedule?

VA Response: Contractor can submit any time. VA shall be allowed 30 days of review.

RFI #18 Will Attachment A, Past Performance Questionnaire be made available?

VA Response: PPQ is posted with amendment/RFIs.

RFI #19 Where is the Attachment A, Past Performance Questionnaire?

VA Response: PPQ is posted with amendment/RFIs.

RFI #20 What forms are included when referencing "Past Performance Questionnaire & Forms" in 36C26120R0005-001, Phase I Request for Technical Qualifications Evaluation Criteria, 3) Factor 3: Past Performance?

VA Response: PPQ is posted with amendment/RFIs.

RFI #21 Can EPDM roof be installed in lieu of TPO roof?

VA Response: Roof shall be TPO Roof shall be TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin, a single-ply roofing membrane).

RFI #22 Please confirm Phase I submission it to be in PDF format and need not be compatible with Microsoft Office 2010 Microsoft Word as stated in 36C26120R0005-001, Basis of Award, Phase I Submission Requirements, paragraph (b).

VA Response: PDF format is acceptable.

RFI #23 Will a Geotech report be provided by the government?

VA Response: The VA has no soil information for this area. Contractor’s design team shall perform Geotech and Soils report.

RFI #24 What are the dimensions and ages of building 722A and 802 and do they contain any asbestos?

VA Response: B722A was installed in 1980. B802 was installed in 1991. Asbestos has not been found.

RFI #25 What are the power requirements for parking lot light poles and lighting, is there an existing transformer and if so what is the distance or do we need to add a transformer?

VA Response: Light power is 277V. See RFI #12.

RFI #26 Typically, metal ductwork is required on government medical projects. However, this requirement can vary when it comes to modular buildings. Will the HVAC ductwork be required to be metal or will fiberglass ductwork be acceptable for the modular building?

VA Response: Metal ductwork shall be required.

RFI #27 It is our understanding that the government energy code changed to the 2010 ASHRAE 90.1 energy code (equivalent to the 2012 IECC). Does the modular space need to meet this energy code?

VA Response: Yes.

RFI #28 What voltage does the transition space need to be (ie: 120/240v 1ph, 120/208 3ph)?

VA Response: 120/208 3ph.

RFI #29 Are there any floor live load requirements for the building and/or specific rooms of the modular facility?

VA Response: One sound booth is required. One room is for storage (OMNI Cells).

RFI #30 Do the interior walls of the Modular building need to be insulated and extended above the ceiling to the roof structure for sound?

VA Response: Yes.

RFI #31 Do any rooms of the Modular building require additional STC rated walls?

VA Response: Yes. This is required for privacy. Please reference Audiology and Speech Pathology - Lease Based - All Rooms. Duress Alarms and Nurse Alarms are not required.

RFI #32 In order to meet the heat load of the comm room, typically a cooling only dedicated A/C unit is provided. Will this be required for the comm room of the Modular space?

VA Response: Yes. IT Closet will require a dedicated unit. This is typically two tons. The OMNI Cell room will also require a dedicated unit.

RFI #33 Will the Modular building require Nurse Call, Public Address, CCTV, Duress, or any other system(s) to be provided by the contractor? If so, what systems are required in what locations?

VA Response: Fire Alarm is required.

RFI #34 Does the modular building (or any portion thereof) need to be wired for emergency power? If so, is the contractor to provide a generator?

VA Response: No. Battery backup for ballasts are required.

RFI #35 Will any rooms need additional security reinforcement for the modular building (ie: pharmacy, medical storage, comm room, etc)?

VA Response: No

RFI #36 Will any exterior doors or specific room’s interior doors of the modular building need any type of security (i.e. card readers) or prep for equipment installed by others (ie: box & conduit, electric strikes)?

VA Response: Lever action cylindrical locks. Best 7 pin small format interchangeable.

RFI #37 Do any areas of the modular building require partitions perpendicular to dispensing windows or receptionist openings in order to provide additional patient privacy?

VA Response: No. One person can approach counter at a time for privacy.

RFI #38 Does the modular building require automatic door openers on the main door of the clinic?

VA Response: Yes.

RFI #39 The floor plan for the Modular building does not show and HVAC closet or wall pack units but the solicitation 3.7.27 is calling for 6 HVAC Zones. Typical modular building HVAC units are Bard wall mounted units in this acceptable?

VA Response: Yes.

RFI #40 Typical Modular building roof covering is EDPM roofing. Will this be acceptable to the TPO roofing?

VA Response: No.

RFI #41 Solicitation calls for sound booth to be installed and provided. We need to have the specification for the booth to design the structure. Can we please be provided with that information?

VA Response: Please reference Audio Booth REV B RE Approved 1 3 19 or approved equal.

RFI #42 With old trailers being demoed, are there any parts or pieces the VA would like to keep / salvage?

VA Response: The VA will remove equipment and furniture. Contractor shall remove trailers during the weekend.

RFI #43 With old trailers being destroyed, can we load into roll-away onsite?

VA Response: Please reference and use:

RFI #45 What is the Building Number?

VA Response: Building number is expected to be 822:

Building number style shall match adjacent building numbers. Final number will be determined during design.

Note: Drawings and distances are for reference. Contractor shall confirm.

See attached document: S02 Past Performance Questionnaire.

See attached document: T722A T802 Site Visit Sign in.

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