RFI-Answers the Questions Final_17May2023.pdf
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This document contains responses to requests for information (RFI) related to solicitation number 36C26123R0035. The solicitation is for a firm-fixed price construction project to upgrade pharmacy areas at the North Las Vegas VA Medical Center to comply with USP 800 regulations for compounding spaces. The period of performance is 180 days after notice to proceed. The project magnitude is estimated between $2 million to $5 million. The solicitation requires offerors to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to complete upgrades to pharmacy areas, including USP 800 certification testing supported by the VA's commissioning agent. The response clarifies questions around flooring membranes, wall details, tax exemption, file sizes, builders risk insurance, restroom use, long lead times, electrical panels, controls integration, ceiling panels, and equipment delivery.
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| 36C26123R0035 0004.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C26123R0035 0003.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C26123R0035 0002.docx | DOCX document | |
| S04-Attachment Site Vistit Present_Pharmacy_12Apr2023.pdf | ||
| S02-Attachment_Pharmacy Photos.pdf | ||
| S04-Site Visit Attendees_12Apr2023.pdf | ||
| 36C26123R0035 0001.docx | DOCX document | |
| S02-NLV Bid Set Combined Drawings - 20220517.pdf | ||
| S02-Wage Rate_NV20230038_17Mar2023.pdf | ||
| S02-Price Breakdown Worksheet1.pdf | ||
| 36C26123R0035.docx | DOCX document | |
| S02-ATTACHMENT - Contractor Certification Regarding Safety and Environmental.docx | DOCX document | |
| S02-Request for Information (RFI) Form.docx | DOCX document | |
| S02-NLV Bid Set Combined Specs - 20220517 - 1(28Mar2023).pdf | ||
| S02-SOW - Main Pharmacy_FINAL.pdf |
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36C26123R0035 - Amendment 0004
RESPONSES TO REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFI)
PROJECT 593-18-104, RENOVATE PHARMACY – N. LAS VEGAS
1. Detail 01 – A701 calls out “Flexible Epoxy Crack Isolation Membrane” to be used for VCT to RES floor transition. Does the membrane need to be used on whole floor or just the flooring transition? If only for flooring transition, can you confirm measurements/dimensions.
VA Response: Flexible Epoxy Crack Isolation Membrane is applied on entire floor.
2. Detail 02 – A701 calls out “Over Ramped Patching Mortar System” for the epoxy cove base – wall detail. Does this detail also apply to the Wall – Ceiling detail?
VA Response: No
3. Is this project tax exempt?
VA Response: The project is not tax exempt.
4. What is the largest files size the VA can receive via e-mail?
VA Response: 30MB
5. Is builders risk required? If so, is it provided by the VA?
VA Response: Builders risk is not required. The VA will not provide builders risk. See RFP section 4.11 Supplemental Insurance Requirements for insurance requirements.
6. SOW Item 7- To clarify, there is only one person required to be on site acting as the Superintendent, QC and Safety Manager, but that person must have the necessary safety qualifications?
VA Response: Correct.
7. SOW Additional Considerations Item 3- Please confirm that the facility restrooms are not allowed to be used by the contractor or subcontractors.
VA Response: Correct.
8. Period of Performance- Due to long lead items for equipment and material, will the VA allow for the NTP to be issued after these identified items are procured so as to avoid potential time extensions?
VA Response: Provided these items are on the critical path of construction and would delay construction completion.
9. Security Requirements- Will the VA allow for the NTP to be issued after the PIV cards have been received?
VA Response: Provided all PIV documentation is submitted to the VA within 7 days of award.
10. Please confirm that the power and plugs/outlets are coordinated with the owner provided hoods and equipment.
VA Response: Placement of power/HVAC connections of hoods and equipment has been preplanned and included in the design.
11. Is the contractor required to provide the USP 800 pharmacy certification testing/commissioning?
VA Response: Yes; contractor is required to provide direct support to VA’s commissioning agent.
12. Will there need to be any demarcation lines on the floor for donning of gowns or other activities?
VA Response: Yes.
13. Please confirm that the owner provided equipment and items contractor is to install is scheduled to arrive with enough time for contractor to install per the timeframes outlined in the solicitation. Based on past experience, fume hoods and other mechanical equipment have experienced delays in delivery due to excessive lead times and facility procurement issues.
VA Response: No new government furnished equipment is planned for installation. All GFE is being removed and reinstalled at end of project.
14. Please confirm that the magnitude for this project is estimated between $2 million and $5 million.
VA Response: Per the RFP: In accordance with (IAW) Veterans administration Acquisition Regulations (VAAR) 836.204, Disclosure of the magnitude of construction projects, the magnitude of construction for this project is between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000.
15. Where the existing electrical panel Is located and how far it is from the work area?
VA Response: Panels 1D322 and 1D356 (see Attachment 1)
16. Who is the "Control Systems Integrator" for the campus as indicated in section 23 09 23?
VA Response: Specification 23 09 23, section 1.1 G. “This campus has standardized on an existing standard ASHRAE Standard 135, BACnet/IP Control System supported by a preselected controls service company.” Currently this company is Johnson Controls.
17. Are ceiling panels to be Gasketed?
VA Response: Yes, ceiling panels need to be gasketed and access panel are to be gasketed.
Electrical Panel Location
Attachment 1
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