RFI 005 Response 250515.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- 36C26125R0047
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This document is a Request for Information (RFI) Form related to a VA contract for installing a backflow prevention device at the VA Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS) McClellan Warehouse, Building 911. The RFI, numbered 005, was submitted on 05/14/25 and seeks clarification about tree root management during the project. The VA responded that an arborist will not be required to manage tree root trimming, and the contractor will be responsible for removing any tree roots encountered during trench excavation, with VA providing oversight.
The federal contract opportunity (Solicitation Number 36C26125R0047) involves installing a fire protection backflow prevention device to meet regulatory requirements from local, state, and federal standards, specifically coordinating with Sacramento Suburban Water District. The project requires contractors to provide all necessary personnel, equipment, materials, and labor for installation. All contractor personnel must possess required certifications and licenses. The proposal submission deadline is 10:00 AM PST on June 12, 2025, with proposals to be sent to Contract Specialist Nicole Renfrew at nicole.renfrew@va.gov.
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36C26125R0047 | 36C261-25-AP-2824 | NRM 612A4-25-050 | Install Backflow Prevention Device MCC Bldg. 911
RFI FORM
Please note: If submitting multiple RFIs, please utilize one form for each RFI.
Send to Contract Specialist: nicole.renfrew@va.gov
RFI
(REQUEST FOR INFORMATION)
RFQ #: 36C26125R0047 CONTRACTOR RFI #: 005
PROJECT NAME: VANCHCS Install Backflow Prevention
Device MCC Bldg. 911
DATE REQUESTED: 05/14/25
ACQUISITION NO.:
N/A
REFERENCE: N/A
DRAWING: N/A SPECIFICATION SECTION: N/A
DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM OR INFORMATION BEING REQUESTED
Will the VA clarify if the Contractor will be required to hire an arborist to observe/direct the trimming of tree roots that are likely to be encountered?
VA PROJECT MANAGER’S RESPONSE
An arborist will not be required to manage trimming. If tree roots are encountered throughout the trench pathway, the contractor shall be responsible to remove. The VA will direct oversight of the work. The contractor shall indicate as specified the location of the trench line, provided to the Government for review, prior to excavation.
VA TRACKING # FOR ALL RFIs: 36C26125R0047 AMENDMENT #: 0001
VA PROJECT ENGINEER/MANAGER: DATE: 5/15/2025
mailto:nicole.renfrew@va.gov mailto:w@va.gov
| 2025-05-15T12:44:44-0700 | |
| ISRAEL MODESTO |
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