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SOLICITATION 36C77624R0028 - Construct Eye Clinic Columbia, SC– RFP TECHNICAL QUESTIONS AND VA RESPONSE TRACKING SHEET
ITEM
NO.
| DATE QUESTION RECEIVED |
| DATE QUESTION ANSWERED |
| QUESTION |
| GOVERNMENT RESPONSE |
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm we are responsible for the dumpsters and containers on CD101. |
| There are six conex boxes, one mobile office conex and steam pipes on the construction site now. Note #2 on sheet CD101 states “Remove existing dumpsters and storage containers off site prior to construction.” The VA is going to remove (4) four of the (6) six conex boxes, the (1) one office conex, and the steam pipes as they are VA property. There will be (1) one smaller green conex that will be the responsibility of the GC to remove. |
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Will the retaining wall footing interfere with required Dominion clearances for the existing gas line? |
| Drawing CS101 indicates +/- 6’ between the retaining wall to the approximate location of the gas line. The survey does not identify an easement for the gas line. GC to field verify. |
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm that we are to include the hammerhead as described in note 20 of CS101. |
Confirmed as construction is prior to the proposed construction of the Behavioral Health Parking Lot.
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet L-102 is not listed on the sheet index. |
Contractor to include work described on drawing L-102.
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CS101 note 13 calls for a bike rack and refers us to architectural plans. I do not see this shown on architectural. |
Contractor to meet salient characteristics of the following provided manufacturer:
Manufacturer: TreeTop Products - Park It Bike Racks Model No. 7ZT7043 (or equal) Model Name: 9-Bike Surface Mount Rack with covers for Surface Mount Material: Steel Mount Type: Surface Mount Bike Capacity: 9 Frame Tube Diameter: 1 7/8" Overall Dimensions: 91"L x 4.25"W x 36"H
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CS101 note 14 calls for a bench and refers us to architectural plans. I do not see this shown on architectural. |
Contractor to meet salient characteristics of the following provided manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Global Industrial Model: WB694854BKKD - 6’ Outdoor Bench with Back, Vertical Steel Slat (or equal) Type: Backed Bench w/Arms Frame Material: Steel Top Finish: Powder Coating Frame Color: Black Material: Steel Slat Mounting Style: Surface mount via pre-drilled mounting holes
| Length: | 72 in |
| Width: | 26 in |
| Height: | 31 in |
Weight Capacity: 600 lbs Seat Width: 17 in Seat Height: 17-1/2 in Seat Length: 70 in
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Spec section 01 00 00 item 1.4.C.1 call for unarmed guards after hours. Will these be required? |
See attached revised spec 01 00 00
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CG102 shows an existing 10’x10’ Dominion Energy manhole. Is this existing? |
Yes, this manhole is existing. What is shown on the plans is the original design from Dominion Energy. The duct bank and manholes were installed since the plans were issued. The contractor is responsible for verifying as-built locations and coordinating with Dominion Energy.
| 1. |
| 8-20-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm that the SSHO cannot serve as the QC/super as described in 01 35 26 item 1.7.C. |
| Correct. The SSHO cannot serve as the QCM or Superintendent. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Is superplasticizer allowed on the project and if so, what is the maximum allowable slump? |
| Yes, it may be used. Target slump is 8 in., +1 in, -2 in. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet S001 Concrete note 1-K mentions not adding water at the jobsite. Please confirm that does not include hold back water that is available. |
| Correct. Does not include hold back water. Held back water may be added on site. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| The Report of Geotechnical Study item 5.5 recommends 6” of crushed stone and Sheet S001 Concrete Notes 3-B calls for 4”. Please confirm which is correct? |
| Concrete Note 3.B calls for a minimum of 4”. Foundation Note 1. Says to use Geotech report. Use 6” as stated there. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Concrete mix design requirements within the structural notes on Sheet S001 are different than the specification section 03 30 53. Please confirm which is correct? |
Type I Portland cement per S001 Class F flyash, 20% max per S001 No slag, no silica fume per S001 S001 specifies a min #57 stone. Use #67 per specs. #467 stone cannot be used since no elements are > 12” thick.
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet S201 contains 8 cross section building detail cuts that are not numbered / identified. Please provide proper identification for those sections. |
| The missing bubble reference isn’t going to inflate the costs. It’s an erroneous bubble that doesn’t provide any extra information. The information is provided by another bubble so no one would be able to suggest otherwise. See an example below. The 7/S501 bubble provides the information missing from the bubble that’s shown as ‘-/---‘ which is why the AE said it can be ignored. It’s the same situation for the other bubbles; I checked. Information is still provided just an extra empty bubble on the sheet. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| How do we achieve demo note 8 when saw cutting & removing the asphalt shown in key note 1 on CD101? |
| Only one lane of traffic to be closed at a time during saw cutting and asphalt removal along Loop Road. The contractor should coordinate with VAMC for lane closure. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CG101 all civil plans are based on elevations as if the berm were still in place. Based on the site visit, the berm has been removed and the project area is generally flat. How does this affect the storm drainage plan, utility elevations and profiles, is import material needed now? Can the VA provide updated spot elevations for the project site to determine if this is now a import, export, or balanced site? |
| The contractor shall construct and grade site per plan. Therefore, storm drainage and utilities are not impacted by the existing condition change. The contractor shall determine earthwork quantities. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CG101 where is key note 2 on the plans? |
| This key note is missing from the plan view, but there are three 72” ASP forebays that are located on three sides of the underground detention system on sheet CG101. They are connected to the system by 15” ASP. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CE101 since the berm is note there is the temporary detention basin required? |
| Yes, the area being disturbed is over an acre so the temporary sediment trap is required. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Has a permit been issued for this project with the City of Columbia? If not, can the civil engineer of record be retained by the successful contractor for permitting purposes? |
| The Department of Veterans Affairs is their own permitting authority. The Civil DoR may be retained by the successful contractor for permitting purposes pending Contracting Officer approval. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Has a permit been issued for this project with the SCDHEC? If not, can the civil engineer of record be retained by the successful contractor for permitting purposes? |
| The Civil DoR may be retained by the successful contractor for permitting purposes pending Contracting Officer approval. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CU102 includes three magnolia trees and one large oak in conflict with the installation of the water line. Are these to be avoided or demolished? |
| Trees are to be maintained if possible. Confirm with Contracting Officer Representative. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet CU104 does the VA own the land outside of the perimeter fence where the sewer tap occurs? If not, can the VA provide written permission from the property owner? |
| The survey of the adjacent property boundaries was not available at the time of design, but it does appear that the proposed sanitary sewer line crosses through the adjacent parcel (owned by SC SPARTAN CAPITAL LLC property). The sanitary sewer manhole connecting to the public main is located in the road ROW. Sanitary sewer tap will be adjusted to tie into the existing manhole to the north. Revised drawing sheet CU104. |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please provide a legible detail 2 on CU502 “fire meter box”? |
| We received an updated detail from the City of Columbia that is more legible. The detail is attached and the revised detail sheet (CU502). |
| 1. |
| 8-21-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Sheet L-102 where does the irrigation line tap? No taps are shown on L-102, CU101, or CU103. |
| Irrigation to tap the 2.5" building domestic water service (see key note 4 sheet CU101) adjacent to the 1 ½” meter depicted on L-102. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Detail 8 on AE351 how is the brick supported? |
| Detail F8/AE-351 indicates the base of the brick façade to bear on the concrete footing. Detail C6/AE602 indicates brick to bear on a galvanized steel plate welded to a steel tube above the window opening. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Spec section 08 41 13 and 08 44 13 for curtainwall or glass performance requirements do not call out blast rated system, but there is a note about meeting Physical Security Design Standards. Is this classified as a mission critical facility? And will blast rated be required? |
| This facility is classified as an Essential Facility per the VA PSRDM, and therefore, blast-related requirements are not required. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Section 08 41 13 includes a note about large and small missile impact requirements. Does the glass systems in this facility need to meet hurricane impact requirements for windborne debris zones? |
| See response to RFI 26. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm the Superintendent shall not have any shared duties as a QCM, SSHO, or any other role on the project. |
| Correct. The Superintendent shall not serve as the QCM or SSHO. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm the SSHO shall not have any shared duties as a QCM, Superintendent, or any other role on the project. |
| Correct. The SSHO shall not serve as the QCM or Superintendent. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm the QCM shall not have any shared duties as the SSHO, Superintendent or any other role on the project. |
| Correct. The QCM shall not serve as the SSHO or Superintendent. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm that all firestopping must be either installed by an FM global approved contractor, or a UL qualified firestop contractor certified. |
| Installer must be approved by FM Global |
according to FM Global 4991 or been evaluated by UL and found to comply with UL’s “Qualified Firestop Contractor Program Requirements.”
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm that the contractor is to include the services of a third party independent firestopping inspector in their bid. |
| Confirmed. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Will the contractor be provided with a laydown area on campus? |
| Sheet CE101 has identified a temporary laydown area within the project limits. The Medical Center can also provide additional laydown areas on campus as coordinated through the COR. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm if this project is tax exempt. If so, will the VA provide the documentation to the prime contractor after award? |
| See Special Note – Bid Taxes – After FAR 52.229-3 02 – VA CS/CO |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Is the GC required to use Submittal Exchange? If so, does the GC need to include the cost as part of their bid? |
| Providing and setting up a cloud management system for submittals is required per spec section 01 33 23 1.6 SUBMITTAL FORMAT AND TRANSMISSION, however, the Contractor is not required to provide Submittal Exchange to meet that requirement. Contractor is allowed to utilize any cloud management system that will be approved by the Contracting Officer or COR. The VA utilizes Submittal Exchange and Procore at present. Contractor is responsible for all costs until contract completion. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm the work hours for this project. Are there any specific tasks or trade divisions that must be on overtime? |
| The work hours are per the SOW 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. After hours and night work will be required for the telecommunications subcontractors that will pull the fiber from the Eye Clinic building to the basement of B100 data center. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Is there a proprietary Control System Integrator for this facility? If so, please provide the contact information. |
| Siemens Apogee Building Automation System / CMI, POC: Austin Chewning austinchewning@controlmanagement.com |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| CS-101 refers to “Proposed behavioral health project improvements” for exterior parking and sidewalk. Please clarify if this project will still occur and no changes are to be made to exterior driveway and parking. |
| The “proposed behavioral health” project has been cancelled and the future adjoining parking lot will not be constructed. GC shall build the parking lot for the Eye Clinic per the plans and stop as shown on sheet CS-101 where the tie-in was anticipated to occur. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm what inside existing storage is containers listed for removal and it is in contractors’ scope to remove storage containers and material from site. |
| There are six conex boxes, one mobile office conex and steam pipes on the construction site now. Note #2 on sheet CD101 states “Remove existing dumpsters and storage containers off site prior to construction.” The VA is going to remove (4) four of the (6) six conex boxes, the |
(1) one office conex, and the steam pipes as they are VA property. There will be (1) one smaller green conex that will be the responsibility of the GC to remove.
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is existing piping and various material stored on site. Please clarify if it is contractor’s scope to remove. |
| There are six conex boxes, one mobile office conex and steam pipes on the construction site now. Note #2 on sheet CD101 states “Remove existing dumpsters and storage containers off site prior to construction.” The VA is going to remove (4) four of the (6) six conex boxes, the (1) one office conex, and the steam pipes as they are VA property. There will be (1) one smaller green conex that will be the responsibility of the GC to remove. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| CS-101 Key Note 6 states “cut & reform existing earth berm.” During the site visit it was discovered that this does not currently exist. Please clarify scope. |
| Cutting & reforming existing earth berm is unnecessary and deleted from the SOW as the VA has removed the earth berm in a previous project. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| CE-101 shows silt fencing plan north of main site through area being used as parking area and has trees in area. Please confirm if additional tree removal is in scope of project. |
| Trees to be protected where indicated on the plan. Tree protection is shown in purple on sheet CE101. Additional tree removal is not required. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please provide scale for irrigation drawing L-102. |
| 1:20 scale for L-101 and L-102. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| The Price/Cost schedule has eleven line items starting with the base bid. Additionally, it includes a grand total line at the bottom. Is the grand total amount the same as the base bid? |
| Base Bid should equal the grand total amount. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| The specifications state “The General Contractor shall provide unarmed guards at the project site after construction hours.” Please confirm this requirement as it will add significant cost to the project. |
| Unarmed guards after hours will not be required. Contractor will be responsible for securing their own equipment, materials, property, etc. VA will not be liable for vandalism and/or theft. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Specification 05 12 00 requires AISC certified fabricator and installer. Can this be waived for either fabricator or installer? |
| No, AISC certified fabricator is required. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Specification 05 12 00 requires AISC certified fabricator and installer. Can this be waived for either fabricator or installer? |
See RFI #46 response.
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is a specification section 02 83 33.13 for lead abatement but nothing is shown in the drawings that would indicate what needs to be abated. Where will the contractor encounter these materials on this project? This project is a new building with no demo of existing buildings or structures. |
| Omit spec section 02 83 33.13. Spec section 09 91 00 para. 1.7.A.2.d. has been removed. The Table of Contents 00 01 10 has been updated to reflect the removal of 02 83 33.13. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Are building envelop air leakage tests required? The spec for the air barriers alludes to the testing but there is no pressure testing specification. Please advise. |
| Yes. Refer to 0 7 27 26 para. 2.2.A., |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Specification 07 84 00 Firestopping indicates that the fire stopping installer has to be UL or FM Global approved. Please confirm this requirement. |
| Confirmed. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Specification 07 84 00 Firestopping indicates that the fire stopping is to be inspected by a qualified inspector with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in inspecting firestopping systems. Please confirm this is required. |
| Confirmed. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is a specification 13 05 41 for seismic restraints. Please confirm this is required. If so, has all of the non-structural components been designed to meet this specification as required by the VA master specification standards. |
| Since Columbia is in a seismic zone, seismic restraints are required. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Who is the manufacturer or contractor for the building automation system and direct digital controls for the hospital campus? |
| Siemens Apogee Building Automation System / CMI, POC: Austin Chewning austinchewning@controlmanagement.com |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is a specification 25 10 10 Advanced Utility Metering System. Who is the manufacturer or contractor for the hospital campus system that this system will tie into? The drawings indicate to coordinate this scope with the COR and Schneider Electric. Please provide contact information. |
| Venergy Group, LLC |
Eric Sexton, eric.s@venergygroup.com
VENERGY GROUP, LLC | Project Manager | Arkansas 3130 Seminole Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34951 T 772-468-0053 | C 501-240-3165 Eric.S@venergygroup.com | www.venergygroup.com
Unique Entit y Identifier: NWJ1Z3M5EAE5 | CAGE CODE: 5T9Q4 GC License: CGC1528781 | GC License: CBC1259935 Electrical License: M-10547 | GSA: GS-21F-054BA
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is a specification 27 51 23 for an Intercommunications and Program System. We cannot find this system on the drawings. Please advise. |
| Omit spec section 27 51 23. TOC has been updated to reflect deletion of spec. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please provide the manufacturer/ contractor for the hospital’s existing systems for the following: |
0. Public Address System
0. Nurse Call
0. Physical Access Control System
0. Video Surveillance
0. Fire Alarm
a. Notifier / MSS POC: Kyle Williamson kyle.williamson@msssolutions.com
b. RONCO – Rauland Responder 5 199 Foster Brothers Dr West Columbia, SC 29172 Office: 803.739.8959 Fax: 803.739.8232 https://ronco.net/locations/columbia/
c. Software House C-Cure 9000, version 2.90 / Trofholz Technologies Inc. Chris Weinschreider chris.weinschreider@trofholz.com
d. American Dynamics, Victor v5.6 / Trofholz Technologies Inc. Chris Weinschreider chris.weinschreider@trofholz.com
e. Notifer / MSS POC: Kyle Williamson kyle.williamson@msssolutions.com
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is a specification 33 46 13 for a foundation drain. Nothing is shown on the drawings. Please advise. |
| Foundation drains not included in architectural wall sections. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| There is a specification 34 71 13 Passive Vehicle Barriers that specify anti-ram rated vehicle barriers at vehicle drop-offs, but the drawings indicate typical steel bollards in shallow foundations (Not anti-ram). Please advise on what should be installed. |
| Omit specification 34 71 13. Bollards to be installed instead. Refer to detail 4/ Sheet CS501. TOC has been updated to reflected deletion of spec 34 71 13. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| The solicitation’s alternates do not provide enough information to appropriately price. Please show the alternates on the plans, so that the scope of work that is to be deleted can be priced. See below: |
| a. | Alternate 2: Delete Eyebrow canopies above east, west, and north entry. Please identify on the plans the canopies to delete. |
| b. | Alternate 3: Reduce window width to 4’0”. Which window? Please identify on the plans which window is to be reduced. |
| c. | Alternate 4: Deduct clear story windows above waiting room. What should be installed in place of the windows? Please identify on the plans. |
| d. | Alternate 5: Delete face brick corbel pattern (BR-1) soldier course to exterior elevations. We assume that brick will be installed in this location but at what bond pattern? |
| e. | Alternate 6: Deduct retaining wall. What will be grade be at this location without the retaining wall? Please provide plan. |
| f. | Alternate 7: Deduct vertical window fins each side of entry vestibule. Please identify on the plans for clarity. |
| g. | Alternate 8: Deduct brick pavers at vehicular drop off. What will go in its place? Assume sidewalk but what about detectable warning strips? |
| h. | Alternate 9: Deduct vehicle charging stations. Is the conduit and conductor to remain or will everything associated with the charging stations be removed? |
| i. | Alternate 10: Deduct security cameras. Is this only the cameras or the entire video surveillance system? |
| Alternate no. 2: Roof elements over entry doors. Refer to AE-101, AC-101, and AE-201. |
Alternate no. 3: Reduce width of South elevation windows to 4'-0" (Typ.) Refer to E1/AE-201.
Alternate no. 4: Deduct clear story windows above waiting room. Refer to A1/AE-201.
Alternate no. 5: Delete face brick corbel pattern. Refer to E1, C1, C4/AE-201. In lieu of bond pattern, install brick to match adjacent brick pattern.
Alternate no. 6: Deduct retaining wall. Contractor to provide uniform slope from property line to storm inlets
Alternate no. 7: Deduct vertical window fins each side of entry vestibule. Refer to AE-101, AE-201, Alternate no. 8: Deduct brick pavers at vehicular drop off. Refer to CS-101. In lieu of brick pavers, provide vehicle driving surface to match drive isle.
Alternate no 9: Delete charging stations and conductor only. Conduit and pull wire to remain.
Alternate no. 10: Deduct security cameras and wire only. Conduit and junction boxes to remain.
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Spec Section 01 00 00 requires unarmed guards at the project site. Please confirm that this is a requirement of the Contract. |
| Unarmed guards after hours will not be required. Contractor will be responsible for securing their own equipment, materials, property, etc. VA will not be liable for vandalism and/or theft. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Spec Section 01 00 00, 1.19 Availability and use of Utility Services, A. states that the contractor will be responsible for paying for electrical services. It also states that the contractor shall provide a meter and furnish monthly record of the usage. Please advise on whether the VA will provide and pay for electrical usage for the construction. Also, please advise on whether or not a meter and monthly reporting is required. |
| VA will not provide nor pay for electrical usage for the construction. Contractor shall provide and pay for the meter and provide monthly reporting as stated in the specifications. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Specification Section 01 35 26 requires a monthly inspection by a Certified Safety Professional. Please confirm that this is required. |
| Confirmed. Section 1.9 INSPECTIONS of 01 35 26 is required. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Reference CD101 - keynote 2. Are these removed items to be considered property of the GC or are these to be relocated somewhere else onsite? |
| There are six conex boxes, one mobile office conex and steam pipes on the construction site now. Note #2 on sheet CD101 states “Remove existing dumpsters and storage containers off site prior to construction.” The VA is going to remove (4) four of the (6) six conex boxes, the (1) one office conex, and the steam pipes as they are VA property. There will be (1) one smaller green conex that will be the responsibility of the GC to remove. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Reference sheet CS101 - general note 9. Please confirm that the statement "The contractor shall also be responsible for the coordination and costs of the relocation and associated work" does not apply to unforseen condition and unforseen utilities. |
| Confirmed. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please provide drawing showing the extend of temporary fencing that will be expected and required around the construction area for both the new building and new utility and storm drain work. Is temp fence required in addition to the silt fencing shown on sheet CE101? |
| All silt fence is required as shown on the plans. Temporary fencing is required around the limits of disturbance as shown on sheets CE101 and CE103 for the entire duration of the project except for the limits surrounding the sanitary sewer line and the limits surrounding the data ductbank. During installation of the sanitary sewer line and data ductbank the contractor shall provide temporary fencing around the limits of disturbance around both utilities as shown on CE103 except in roadways. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Reference sheet CS101 -general note 10. Please confirm that debris can be left onsite in a dumpster (provided by the GC) and dumpster can be emptied as needed (rather than on a daily basis). |
| Confirmed. Debris can be removed on a weekly basis. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| sheet CS101 - site plan notes #5 - The site will be fully compliant with the Architectural Barriers Act and PG-18-13 VA Barrier Free Design Standard. Please confirm these requirements have been incorporated in the design. |
| Confirmed. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Will any permits be required from the City of Columbia for this project? |
| Sanitary sewer tap to municipal utility. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Will Dominion Energy be responsible for relocating and replacing guy wires as required? |
| Yes, assume that Dominion Energy will be responsible for relocating and replacing guy wires as needed. The contractor to coordinate with Dominion Energy during construction. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Are weekly erosion control inspections to be conducted by the GC or Engineer? |
| The general contractor will conduct the weekly erosion control inspections. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Water, Meter, Tap and Impact Fees - are these required? Are these provided by the Contractor? What are these costs as this info is not accurately provided by the jurisdictions prior to bid and all bidders should have the same info. |
| Correct, all fees are the responsibility of the contractor. Fee information can be found here Water Meter & Sewer Taps - City of Columbia Water (columbiascwater.net) |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm how many Prime Contractor personnel will be required on site at all times. Spec section 01 35 26: 1.7 C. makes reference to the SSHO being separate from the superintendent and/or QCM. If a superintendent possesses all of the necessary qualifications, can they serve as QCM as well as SSHO? |
| Contractor shall provide separate qualified individuals to include a SSHO, a QCM and a Superintendent. The Superintendent shall not serve as the QCM or SSHO. See attached revisions to spec 01 45 00 1.5.1.1 Duties. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Historically SDVOSB projects at VA Medical Centers have been under $10M and most contract final prices fall in the $8M range. Keeping the requirement at $12M will eliminate or make it difficult for qualified, experienced GC’s who have years of experience working at the VA to bid on this project. Will the VA consider reviewing proposals that provide examples of previous performance experience as a prime contractor on a minimum of two (2) construction projects completed within the last six (6) years or 50% complete, that are at least $8M in value, at least 8,000 sq ft, performed at a Specialized Health Care Department, include uninterrupted service lines in an active medical facility that included site work, phasing, renovation/new construction or demolition and removal of existing structures? |
| To lower the requirement to $8 million would fall outside the VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) magnitude of construction and may result in the submission of projects that do not align with the size, scope, and complexity required for this specialized project. It is important that the VA receives proposals demonstrating previous performance as a prime contractor on projects that are truly comparable in terms of complexity, scope, and specialized requirements. Therefore, maintaining the $12 million threshold ensures that the experience criteria remain consistent with the nature of the work to be performed. – VA CS/CO |
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| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| The Equipment List provided has 2 tabs in the Excel file: one for EYE CLINIC and one for EYE CLINIC: OPHTHALMOLOGY AND OPTOMETRY SERVICES. Please confirm that the Ophthalmology list is not part of this design package. |
| Optometry and ophthalmology equipment to be provided by VA. Infrastructure to support equipment will be by the Contractor. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| The Civil drawings appear to show another building near/NE of the Eye Clinic, which is not currently there. Will this be under construction at the same time as this Eye Clinic? Should we anticipate any coordination with construction activities? |
| The “proposed behavioral health” project has been cancelled and the future adjoining parking lot will not be constructed. GC shall build the parking lot for the Eye Clinic per the plans and stop as shown on sheet CS-101 where the tie-in was anticipated to occur. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Please confirm what number should be represented in the GRAND TOTAL of the PRICE/COST SCHEDULE. Should this be the total amount from Item 0001 or item 0011? |
| See answer in question 44. – VA CS/CO |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Bid Item 0007: Deduct 6: Deduct Retaining Wall South of Eye Clinic - would this be performed by others prior to mobilization if not awarded under this contract? Based on the elevations given, the current design will not work if this retaining wall is not incorporated. |
| Retaining wall to be constructed in this contract. |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Bid Item 0009: Deduct 8: Deduct Brick Pavers at Vehicular Drop off - what paving should be figured at this location, in lieu of brick pavers? |
| Match vehicular driving surface at adjacent roadway/parking area. (Heavy Duty Asphalt Detail 2/CS502). |
| 1. |
| 8-22-24 |
| 8-27-24 |
| Amendments 1 and 2 came out as Modifications to Previous Notice during the Pre-Solicitation phase, Amendment 3 came out in the Solicitation phase. Are Modifications 1 and 2 to be acknowledged as Amendments 1 and 2 in the bid submission? |
| Amendments 0001 & 0002 were posted in the pre-solicitation phase 36C77624R0028 Contractors shall acknowledge amendments posted to the solicitation only (Amendments 0003 & 0004 and any subsequent amendments if applicable) - VA CS/CO |
| 1. |
| 8-26-24 |
| 8-26-24 |
| What is the percentage or dollar amount for the liquidate damage? |
| The Columbia VAMC is not including liquidated damages in the solicitation and subsequent contract. – VA CS/CO |
| 1. |
| 8-28-24 |
| 8-28-24 |
| Are Bank Guarantee and Irrevocable Letter of Credit acceptable ? |
| Please refer to guidance in FAR Part 28.2 – VA CS/CO |
| 1. |
| 8-28-24 |
| 8-28-24 |
| CG-101 Calls for ASP for various locations of underground storm piping. Is RCP or HDPE piping an acceptable alternative? |
| No. Bid per plans and specs. |
| 1. |
| 8-29-24 |
| 8-29-24 |
| VT-1 listed on the finish schedule is no longer available. Is there an alternate selection? |
| On sheet AI-001, contractor shall delete all VT-1 tile and replace with LVT-1 tile. The room locations that will be affected include rooms 1A056 Lounge (158 SF), 1A056A Locker (36 SF) and 1A067 Med Prep (69 SF) for a total of 263 SF of VT-1 tile to be replaced by LVT-1. VT is no longer accepted flooring per provided VA room finishes design guide. |
| 1. |
| 8-30-24 |
| 9-3-24 |
| CG-101 Calls for ASP for various locations of underground storm piping. Is RCP or HDPE piping an acceptable alternative? |
The detention system needs to be ASP as shown on the detail. Each forebay pipe includes an ASP stub. The pipe material can be substituted after that stub (we are currently showing ASP to the first storm structure). Other pipes are specified as RCP on the plans. The pipe from the forebay structures to the first structure can be RCP. If the ASP pipe is substituted, the Contractor must use a soil tight coupling at the union of the ASP pipe stub to the new pipe material. HDPE will not be acceptable replacement.
| 1. |
| 8-30-24 |
| 9-3-24 |
| Drawings ES001 note 3 shows (4) type P light pole fixtures and they are not on the lighting fixture schedule. Please provide. |
Specifications for Type P Light Pole Fixtures are below.
· Description: LED AREA LUMINAIRE WITH FULL CUT-OFF; TYPE FORWARD THROW MEDIUM (TFTM) LIGHT DISTRIBUTION; LUMINAIRE SHALL BE MOUNTED ON 30’-0” ROUND, NON-TAPERED, ALUMINUM POLE ON A 6” CONCRETE BASE WITH A 1” CHAMFERED EDGE; MULTI-VOLT (120-277V); LUMINAIRE AND POLE COLOR/FINISH SHALL MATCH THOSE IN THE ADJACENT PARKING LOT.
· Lumen Output: 34,751
· Color Temp.: 4000K
· Lamp/Wattage: LED/277W
| 1. |
| 9-4-24 |
| 9-4-24 |
| Will the response due date be extended? |
| No time extension due date will be granted due to fiscal year time constraints. – VA CS/CO |
