ATTACHMENT G - VA RESPONSES TO CONTRACTORS RFI.pdf

CONTRACTOR’S RFIs & VA RESPONSES

Project Name: 664-17-303 – REPLACE ROOF DRAIN STORMWATER PIPING DEFICIENCIES, WEST SIDE, BUILDING 1 Solicitation Number: 36C26223B0004

Question 1

Q: Please issue the plans in the correct plan size. They were issued as 8 ½ x 11.

A: The document is viewable in the .PDF file format. The file format is able to be printed on larger sized paper and electronic formats.

Question 2

Q: The statement of work calls for storm drain risers to be replaced in both the northwest and southwest risers from basement to second floor roof. The plans state “riser to remain”. Please clarify if risers are to be removed and replaced in these locations.

A: Follow the plan as drawings detail out the sections that would remain and sections that would be replaced

Question 3

Q: Statement of work B.2, states “replacement of existing storm drain piping from basement to the 6th floor roof, Building #1, west side. Is the Scope of work to replace piping to the 6th floor roof ?

A: See B.3 and B.5 of the Statement of Work for more information

Question 4

Q: B.5 specific requirements, states that the scope of work is to include replacement of vertical risers, Eight risers are given, are these risers to be replaced from the basement to the 6th floor roof? Or are they limited to the basement to the 2nd floor roof?

A: B.5 of Statement of Work is very specific. Construction drawings provide details of the scope.

Question 5

Q: Where and how will the removed existing piping be disposed of, will the VA provide a dumpster on site?

A: It is the contractor’s responsibility to manage the whole aspect of construction waste management. VA only provides lay down yard for the construction project as needed

Question 6

Q: Specification Section 01 45 00, requires the Contractor to hire a CQC System Manager is required to be a graduate engineer / and who will be always on site during construction. Can the VA please clarify if this will be required for this project?

A: The Manager doesn’t have to be a graduate engineer but must always be on-site during construction.

Question 7

Q: Will the contractor be allowed to use the patient elevators?

A: Yes, as long as the contractor carries no equipment with him.

Question 8

Q: Can The QC Manager, SSHO and Superintendent be one person?

A: No

Question 9

Q: Can the VA Please advise of the laydown area?

A: Contractor will have to coordinate with the VA after the project NTP

Question 10 Q: Has any recent Asbestos or Lead testing been done in the areas affected in this scope? If so can the VA please send any and all Reports?

A: The last Haz Mat Inspection was done in 2015 and it is available

Question 11

Q: In Addition to the plans the VA has already published, are there any as-builts for the existing roof drains that could also be shared?

A: The construction drawings have incorporated all info about existing roof drains

Question 12

Q: I didn’t find any commissioning requirements in SOW or Specs, can the VA confirm that no commissioning will be required?

A: Commissioning for this Piping Replacement project is expected to be done by the contractor by following the industry standards. No other special requirements.

Question 13

Q: Specification Section 01 00 00 – General Requirements #1.5 C. Guards:

1.The General Contractor shall provide unarmed guards any open areas at the project site 24 hours a days, 7 days a week after construction hours.

2. The Contractor shall provide the guards and VA police with communication devices as directed.

3. The general Contractor shall install equipment for recording guard rounds to ensure systematic checking of the premises.

Will this be required?

A: Not required

Question 14

Q: The statement of work calls for storm drain risers to be replaced in both the northwest and southwest risers from basement to second floor roof. The plans state “riser to remain”. Please clarify if risers are to be removed and replaced in these locations.

A: Follow the plan as drawings detail out the sections that would remain and sections that would be replaced.

Question 15

Q: Neither the plans or specifications list any manufacturers for the roof/deck drains. Please provide specific selections.

A: Provide roof drains as specified in the VA specification section 22 14 00.2.5. All penetration of existing roofing shall be coordinated with existing roofing manufacturer.

Question 16

Q: How many risers can be worked on concurrently?

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00/1.6.G and 22 05 11/3.7 The Contractor is to submit phasing plans as specified.

Question 17

Q: How many interstitial areas can be worked on concurrently for replacement of horizontal storm drain piping?

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00/1.6.G and 22 05 11/3.7 The

Question 18

Q: Bid Item 10 on Drawing GI001 calls for replacement of horizontal piping in the interstitial space above the ceilings on the 2nd, 5th and 6th floors. 3rd and 4th floors are not included in the written scope of work. Drawings PL135 and PL145 shows replacement of horizontal pipe in these areas. Please clarify scope.

A: Refer to option #1 base bid includes all scope shown on construction document.

Question 19 Q: Drawing PD172 – 6th Floor Roof Demolition Plan does not call for any of the deck drains to be removed and PL 172 shows them as existing. Please confirm none of the 6th floor roof drains are to be removed and replaced with new.

A: Refer to PD172 and P-172 roof drains are existing to remain.

Question 20

Q: Drawing PD114, Key Note 1 indicates a vertical drop. Are the perimeter deck drains located behind a stucco wall in the interstitial space and this typical for all perimeter deck locations?

A: 1st floor vertical drops could be accessed form interstitial spaces. Refer to sheet photo sheets in applicable area and PL114/general notes for more information.

Question 21

Q: Drawing PD115, Key Note 5 references GI003 which View A & E shows a 4’+/- pipe that gets included with Bid Item #4 thru #7 on both sides of the chase wall. Shouldn’t this be 10’+/- on one side of the chase wall to get the new pipe beyond the furthest wall that surrounds the chase in the interstitial.

A: Refer to sheet GI003, the 4’ +/- is beyond the furthest wall as specified.

Question 22

Q: Attachment C Statement of Work, Paragraph B.5 (b) describes removal and replacement of roof drains and includes a table in which some Risers do not correspond with the listed Drawing numbers. For example, WT-R1 should list P-603, PD122, Pl122. SW-R1 should list P-607, SW-R2 should list P-608, etc. Please verify locations and drawings for removal and replacement of deck drains.

A: Contractor shall field verify and report any discrepancy of drawings within 30 days of award

Question 23

Q: General Requirements 01 00 00 – 1.5(C) “Guards” calls for unarmed guards 24/7 with equipment for recording guard rounds. Is this requirement necessary for this project?

A: Yes. Refer to 01 00 00/1.5(C) Guards requirements as specified. Coordinate with VA.

Question 24

Q: Is the Government willing to extend the Period of Performance? Subs have indicated that the given time period may be too short A: The 365 completion calendar days remain unchanged.

Question 25

Q: Is the government willing to extend the question deadline period?

A: The Government extended the RFI deadline period per Amendment 0005

Question 26

Q: Can the government confirm the presence of any asbestos? Or provide an asbestos survey?

A: Refer to GI001/Hazardous Materials Notice, yes, the building has asbestos material in different spaces including but not limited to structural beams in the interstitials, shafts, and ceiling. Hazard Material Inspection Report was attached in Amendment 0004

Question 27

Q: What does the government have planned for phasing?

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00/1.6.G and 22 05 11/3.7 The

Question 28 Q: Is Interstitial work planned to be performed off hours? Are shutdowns going to be required during work in the interstitial space?

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00/1.6.G and 22 05 11/3.7 The

Question 29

Q: What are the work hours planned for this job? Is weekend or night work allowed?

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00 G and 22 05 11/3.7 The Contractor is to submit phasing plans as specified. Refer to Statement of Work section B.7 for more information

Question 30

Q: Is there an approximate percentage of work that is going to be completed in the interstitial space?

A: Refer to the construction document for location of scope of work.

Question 31

Q: GI002, Project Note 2 indicates that the contractor is responsible for visiting the site prior to bidding to determine the extent of modifications required to accomplish the intent of these documents. This paragraph also states that all costs associated to achieve this intent shall be included in the contractor bid, including hazardous materials abatement. It is not reasonable to expect contractors to have conducted hazardous materials surveys during a pre-bid site visit. Please confirm that offerors are only to assume hazardous materials that have been identified in the solicitation documents.

A: Refer to sheet GI002/project notes #2, the intent of site visit is to determine the extent of project scope.

Contractor shall account for all costs associated to achieve the intent of project scope including but not limited to hazard material abatement shall be included in contractor’s bid.

Question 32

Q: GI001, Existing Conditions Note 6 states, “Prior to bidding, the contractor shall have certified professionals observe the condition of the interstitial space and all restrictions and obstructions related to accomplishing the work under this project prior to submitting bids for this project.” GI002, Project Note 2 states something similar and indicates contractor is to determine the extent of modifications required to accomplish the intent of these documents and that all costs associated to achieve this intent shall be included in the contractor bid. At the pre-bid site visit we only viewed the lower roof areas inside the building, and were not given access to many areas of the building. Suggest the Government provide an allowance to be used, for bidding purposes, for obstructions that may need to be relocated to accommodate installation of piping on this project. Alternately, please provide a second site visit opportunity and provide access to all areas that will be impacted by this project.

A: General conditions of the interstitials include obstructions on and off catwalk per attached photos.

Please see Attachment G–1 – Interstitial Photos.

Question 33

Q: Reference Fabrication Drawing Notes on GI002. Will complete CAD backgrounds of the facility be made available to the awarded contractor to aid in preparation of these?

A: Suggested response: AutoCAD backgrounds will be made available to awarded Contractor.

Question 34

Q: GI002, Fabrication Drawing Note 5 indicates that fabrication drawings shall be reviewed and approved by the Commissioning Authority. We do not find commissioning specifications in the solicitation package. Please confirm the Government will provide the Commissioning Authority.

A: Contractor shall provide testing and startup as specified. The Contractor shall provide a complete operational system as specified. Commissioning agent will not be required for scope of work of this project.

Question 35

Q: GI002, General Note 24 indicates that minimum clearance for maintenance of equipment and components is 3 feet on all sides. As pipe will run through some tight areas, please confirm this note does not apply to piping.

A: Refer to sheet GI002/general notes #24 the clearance will be for equipment and components as recommended by equipment manufacturer. Coordinate piping location with existing equipment clearances. Piping components require services shall have access and clearance as required.

Question 36

Q: GI002, General Note 30 states “Commission and start-up the mechanical systems to assure a complete and operational HVAC system…”. As HVAC is not in the scope of this project, please confirm this note is not applicable.

A: Contractor shall provide testing and start-up as specified. The Contractor shall provide a complete operational system as specified. Commissioning agent will not be required for scope of work of this project.

Question 37

Q: Attachment C SOW, para B.6 states that all design and construction shall comply with the latest edition of the following documents… This project appears to have been designed. Please confirm this is not a design-build project.

A: Rrefer to sheet GI002/general note #28 and the VA specification section 13 05 41/1.3 Contractor is to provide deferred design as specified.

Question 38

Q: Attachment C SOW, para B.12/B states that all material/shop drawing submittals are to be submitted within 10 calendar days of award. Due to the extensive requirements listed on sheet GI002 for Fabrication Drawings, this is not feasible. Please advise.

A: Submit within 45 days after Notice to Proceed.

Question 39

Q: Existing conditions note 6 on GI001 says “Prior to bidding, the contractor shall have certified professionals observe the condition of the interstitial space…” What constitutes a “certified professional”?.

A: Registered professional engineer.

Question 40

Q: Are bidding general contractors required to submit a separate, stand-alone bid for each of the bid items #1-11 on GI001?

A: No, contractors are not required to submit separate prices for bid items # 1-11. This is a Lump Sum bid for items# 1 – 11 which means Contractor shall provide one bid for items # 1 – 11 referenced on Gl001. All bids shall submit one price/cost in A.3 Price/Cost Schedule of the solicitation.

Question 41

Q: Several photos on the GR sheets identify missing plaster and exposed metal lath at piping penetrations. Is the GC required to patch and repair existing plaster walls deficiencies?

A: Refer to sheet PL series/general note, the contractor shall patch and repair walls and ceiling using the same construction method as used for the original construction.

Question 42

Q: Please provide location for dumpsters.

A: Construction laydown area will be provided on campus.

Question 43

Q: In lieu of construction barriers constructed of Type X 5/8” gypsum board over metal stud, are Starc Temporary

Modular Wall Systems acceptable to use as construction barriers? https://starcsystems.com/products/litebarrier/ A: Refer to the VA specification 01 00 00/1.21.C and 01 35 26.1.14.J, construction barriers shall match existing fire and smoke ratings. Provide fire watch for impairments of more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period. Refer to sheet 500 series for more information.

Question 44

Q: During pre-bid conference job walk on 4/12, the VA project team mentioned the entire roof decks are to be resurfaced. We cannot find indication of roofing surface replacement or refinishing on the plans other than detail F7/A-503. B.5 Specific Requirements of bid document Attachment C says “… repair and resurfacing of the roofing associated with replacement of the drains to match existing construction…” as well as “The Contractor shall also repair roofing at all replaced patio deck drains…”. This instruction alludes to only repairing the roof at the replaced patio deck drains. Please advise as to the scope for the roof finish.

A: Follow plans including F7/A-503 and B.5 repair at replaced deck drain locations

Question 45

Q: While a portion of the storm drain riser is being replaced, the system will be inactive. What is the allowed time for a portion of the system to be inactivated (shutdown) for replacement? Will a section of pipe need to be replaced and reconnected to the system at the end of each work day so the system remains active during non-work hours?

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00/1.6.G and 22 05 11/3.7 The

Question 46

Q: When work is performed on horizontal and riser piping in occupied areas and temporary infection control barriers need to be erected, will the barriers need to be taken down and area cleaned at the end of the shift, or can they remain up for a period of time to complete the scope in that area?

A: Temporary Construction barriers shall not impede egress and make unsafe conditions. Coordinate duration with the VA.

Question 47

Q: Some of the existing photos show seismic bracing on the pipe hangers. Is it assumed that seismic bracing to support new piping will be per ISAT Design per General Note 28 on G1002 and will be required to be included for approval in the fabrication drawings?

A: Refer to Sheet GI002/general note 28, Seismic bracing to support new piping shall comply with ISAT Design and VA standards.

Question 48

Q: Level 2 deck is concrete over metal deck. There is no detail for hanger attachments to metal deck or underside of concrete deck. Is it assumed those details shall be per ANSI/MSS SP-58 per General Note 27 on GI002 and will be required to be included for approval in the fabrication drawings?

A: Refer to sheet GI002 general note #27, support piping in accordance with ANSI/MSS SP-58 pipe hangers and supports.

Question 49

Q: Key note #4 on PD115 states “WHEN THE EXISTING SHAFT FIREWALL IS REMOVED, THERE WILL BE OPEN COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN THE INTERSTITIAL SPACE AND FLOOR BELOW. SINCE THE INTERSTITIAL SPACE CONTAINS STEEL HAVING ASBESTOS IN THE FIREPROOFING, AN INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES AND ENCLOSURES MUST BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO THE OPENING OF THE SHAFT FIREWALL.” For fire life safety, will the GC be required to provide temporary protection or fire watch? Will it be acceptable to build temporary fire rated barriers at those locations?

A: Refer to the VA specification 01 00 00/1.21.C and 01 35 26.1.14.J, construction barriers shall match existing fire and smoke ratings. Provide fire watch for impairments of more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period.

Question 50

Q: On page PD101, General Note 6 states “IF A PORTION OF A HARD CEILING OR WALL IS TO BE REMOVED FOR THE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF NEW STORM DRAIN PIPING, CARE SHALL BE TAKEN TO REMOVE AS LITTLE AS POSSIBLE OF THE EXISTING CONSTRUCTION WITHOUT DAMAGING THE SURROUNDING AREA.” And General Note 7 states “WALL AND CEILING REPAIRS AND FINISHES SHALL MATCH EXISTING CONSTRUCTION.” Will there be a “Ceiling Repair” detail provided similar to F1/A-503 or will general contractor be expected to use their best judgment and match existing?

A: The Contractor is to patch and repair wall and ceiling to match existing as specified.

Question 51

Q: On page A-503, detail F1 indicates in Keynote #1 “PORTION OF EXISTING PLASTER OR GYPSUM BOARD WALL REMOVED FOR ACCESS TO PIPING CONNECTION (SIZE VARIES).” Due to variation in size as indicated, will all walls repaired have different soffit dimensions and is this acceptable?

A: Soffit dimensions to stay the same dimensions to the extent possible.

Question 52

Q: Please confirm the type of ceilings on each level from the basement to the sixth floor.

A: See attached as-built drawings for reference. For the purposes of bidding, contractor shall assume hard lid ceiling repair will be required for all installations where ceiling type not indicated on the as-built drawings.

Question 53

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD112 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD115.

A: Piping on PD112 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD112 and PD115 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 54

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD113 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD116.

A: Piping on PD113 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD113 and PD116 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 55

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD122 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD125.

A: Piping on PD122 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD122 and PD125 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 56

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD132 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD135.

A: Piping on PD132 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD132 and PD135 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 57

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD142 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD145.

A: Piping on PD142 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD142 and PD145 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 58

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD152 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD155.

A: Piping on PD152 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD152 and PD155 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 59

Q: Please confirm the piping shown to be removed on drawing PD162 is actually the same piping shown on drawing PD165.

A: Piping on PD162 is shown for reference to allow for locating overhead piping on the floor below. Piping on PD162 and PD165 are the same. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 60

Q: Please specify what kind of bands are to be used for pipe fittings as there are many types with large differences in pricing. Super duty, heavy duty or standard?

A: The Contractor shall provide piping and fittings as specified in the VA specification section 22 14 00 part #2.

Question 61

Q: Verify VA will remove and replace FF&E from each room where chase to be opened.

A: VA will be responsible to remove and replace FF&E.

Question 62

Q: Key Note #1 on both PD and PL Sheets are the same with the exception of PL114 and PL116 which states “up to 4 feet from vertical riser”. Does this mean to make the horizontal connection 4 feet from the drain drop?

A: The Contractor shall connect horizontal piping from roof drain drop up to 4 feet from vertical risers as specified in sheet GI003. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 63

Q: The “PL” sheets show the new piping point of connection at the roof drain. The riser diagram shows the horizontal piping POC before the 90 degree bend for the drain drop. Please clarify where point of connection should be made.

A: The Contractor shall connect horizontal and vertical piping as specified in sheet GI003. Refer to sheets P-600 series riser diagram for more information. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 64

Q: Should the roof drains located at the NW and SW soffets be connected to new horizontal piping outside of the interstitial soffet as shown on Detail F/GI003?

A: The Contractor shall connect roof drains as specified in sheet GI003. For soffit location, where roof drain is to remain, refer to GI003. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 65

Q: Should the roof drains located at the NW and SW soffets be connected to new horizontal piping inside of the interstitial soffet and new 90 degree elbow installed as shown on F1/A-503?

A: Roof drains shall be connected as specified in sheet GI003. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 66

Q: Please label plans where Detail F1/A-503 applies.

A: Detain doesn’t apply. Detail has been deleted. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 67

Q: Detail F1/A-503 Keynote 1 states “Portion of existing plaster or gypsum board wall removed for access to piping connection.” The detail shows a portion of the drain piping and coupling partially in wall. Please clarify.

A: Detail has been deleted. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 68

Q: Detail F1/A-503 Keynote 1 states “Portion of existing plaster or gypsum board wall removed for access to piping connection.” Is this the building’s exterior wall?

Question 69

Q: Please verify the storm drains to be replaced at the soffets will require opening the soffet walls in interstitial as shown on F1/A503 or outside the wall per View “F”/XGI003.

Question 70

Q: GI003/View “F” appears to match Key Note 1 on PL114 and PL116 to connect horizontal piping up to 4 FT from Vertical Riser. Please confirm this detail matches Key Note 1.

A: Suggested response: Refer to sheet GI003 for vertical risers POC with horizontal piping. POCs are clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 71

Q: Key Note 1 on PL114 and PL116 states to connect horizontal piping up to 4 FT from Vertical Rise. Please confirm “Vertical Riser” is meant to be “Deck Drain Drop” A: The Contractor shall connect horizontal piping from roof drain drop up to 4 feet from vertical risers as specified in sheet GI003. POCs are clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 72

Q: Without walking each room, for each riser, on each floor Contractor has no information on current wall finishes (drywall, plaster, tile, Corian) for bidding patch back. Please provide a finish schedule for each room where each chase wall is to be opened.

A: Refer to as-built drawings for existing wall finishes. The Contractor shall provide 2-hour fire-rated wall as specified in sheet A-503/D1 and D3. Refer to sheet A-502 for additional information. Refer to asbuilt drawings for existing wall finishes. Where wall finishes are not indicated in the as-built drawings, the contractor shall provide painted drywall with cove base.

Question 73

Q: For bidding purposes, should each Contractor assume all chase walls opened for riser replacement are painted drywall with vinyl cove base?

A: Refer to RFI 72 response.

Question 74

Q: The specs do not provide any information on any RD1 manufacturers. Please provide a selection of approved manufacturers.

A: The Contractor shall provide roof drain as specified in the VA specification section 22 14 00/2.5.

Question 75

Q: Please clarify Keynote 1 on Pl114 and PL116 applies to the roof drains at the soffets and Keynote 2 should be for the other roof areas.

A: The Contractor shall connect roof drains as specified in sheet GI003. For soffit location, where roof drain is to remain, refer to GI003. This is clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 76

Q: GI003 Views “A”, “E” and “F” shows the new laterals point of connection 4’ +/- outside of all risers. Please confirm.

A: The Contractor shall connect roof drains as specified in sheet GI003. POCs are clarified in the Addendum drawings.

Question 78

Q: Detail D1 shows new lateral storm drain piping going through shaft wall which conflicts with Views “A, E & F” on GI003. Please clarify where each detail applies.

A: The Contractor shall provide 2-hours fire-rated wall for horizontal piping penetrate through chase/shaft. The Contractor shall connect vertical and horizontal piping as specified in GI003.

Question 79

Q: Details D1 & D7/ A-503 shows new 2-hour shaft enclosure which appears to be new and in addition to existing chase/shaft wall. Please clarify if this is replacement detail or new shaft wall.

A: The Contractor shall provide 2-hours fire-rated wall as specified in sheet A-503/D1 and D3. Refer to sheet A-502 for additional information.

Question 80

Q: Keynote 5 on PL105, PL115, PL125, PL135, PL145, PL155, PL165 calls to “patch and repair penetrations through wall”. This conflicts with Views “A, E & F” on GI003. Please clarify where each detail applies.

A: Horizontal and vertical scope are indicated in sheet GI003.

Question 81

Q: Confirm storm drain piping does not require insulation.

A: The Contractor is to provide piping and fittings as specified in the VA specification section 22 14 00 part #2.

Question 82

Q: Confirm work can be performed during regular hours.

A: Refer to GI002/general note #22 and the VA specification section 01 00 00/1.6.G and 22 05 11/3.7 The Contractor is to submit phasing plans as specified. This is an active acute care hospital and work outside regular working hours is expected and is required.

Question 83

Q: CAN THE DRAWING BE REISSUED IN FULL SIZE / TO SCALE IN PDF, we can make bigger but the image will be blurry and not to size.

A: Please see answer to Question 1.