Technical Questions Responses - Syracuse EHRM - 6-9-26.pdf

36C77626B0009 EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades – Syracuse VAMC

Technical Questions and VA Response Tracking Sheet

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1. 3-12-26 Will the Government provide detailed written requirements for contractor badging? Please clarify the process for obtaining PIV badges, including required documentation, background checks, and estimated processing timeframes.

Regardless of affiliation, everyone working within VA facilities or requiring access to VA information systems requires a VA PIV Card. PIV badging requirements can be found at:

https://www.osp.va.gov/How_To_Get_A_VA_ID_Badg e.asp

Immediately after the bonds are provided to the

Government, the contractor shall immediately start working with the identified COR at the site to commence the VA PIV process for all known contractor personnel that will be working the project. All contractors must have a PIV Card in order to work on site.

2. 3-12-26 The VA’s Master Specification 01 32 16.15, 'Project

Schedules' (Small Projects - Design/Bid/Build), was revised effective December 1, 2025. The updated version is now available on the Technical Information Library (TIL). Will the

VA be updating the 01 32 16.15 spec for this project to include this spec instead of the older one?

Yes, Section 01 32 16.15 - Project Schedules - Small

Projects have been updated. It is contained in the document titled - ATTACHMENT 1 - SPEC DIV 01-13

Updated 6-3-26, which has been posted with this amendment. This version replaces the previous version of SPEC DIV 01-13 and will be incorporated into the award as an attachment.

3. 3-12-26 The period of performance currently cites 730 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. However, this project will be facilitated at two separate sites. Has the Syracuse facilities considered increasing the current 730 calendar days to better accommodate the distance issues concerning both sites?

No, we will not change the period of performance due to distance.

https://www.osp.va.gov/How_To_Get_A_VA_ID_Badge.asp https://www.osp.va.gov/How_To_Get_A_VA_ID_Badge.asp

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4. 3-12-26 The Master Specification 23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control

Systems for HVAC that was originally issued is not correct.

Please reference the attachment titled - Section 23 09 23

Digital Control System HVAC - Updated 3-17-26 that was posted with solicitation Amendment 0002. This version replaces the previous version contained in the specifications and will be incorporated into the award as an attachment.

5. 3-12-26 When installing the new Cat 6A cables can we use existing tray, and when done will the existing ethernet cables need to be removed?

Yes, you can use existing tray if it meets the pathways needed. As a caution a lot of the trays are at capacity and if existing trays are used then existing cables will need to be moved to side of tray to make room for the new cabling. When completed all existing old phone and data cables from the old TR locations to drop locations will need to be removed once system has been commissioned.

The Construction documents require a fill ratio not to exceed 40%. This is for conduits and cable tray. The

Contractor must take this into account when reusing any existing cable trays or conduits. Further the TN sheets state that all unused or disconnected cables must be removed to source. KG 4/6/26

6. 3-19-26 Incorporation of Responses into Contract Documents - Please clarify whether responses to bidder questions will be considered formally incorporated into the Contract Documents, or if the

Government intends to issue revised specifications and/or drawings via amendment to reflect such responses.

Yes, responses to bidder questions will be incorporated into any subsequent contractual award. Any and all updated specification sections or drawings that have been posted with any amendments will also be incorporated into any subsequent contractual award.

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7. 3-20-26 Is this project tax-exempt, if so, will a certificate be provided?

Reference Special Notes Regarding FAR 52.229-3 contained in the specifications for a detailed explanation concerning taxes being exempt. It is the responsibility of the prospective bidder to coordinate with the State of

New York. Contracting will not be providing a certificate.

8. 3-20-26 Is this Prevailing Wage? Yes, Construction Wage Rates are applicable.

9. 3-20-26 Drawing 00-T000, Technology Demolition Notes, Note 1 States

“The drawings indicate existing items to be removed. The drawings are intended to indicate the scope of work required and do not indicate every box, conduit, or wire that must be removed. The Contractor shall visit the site prior to submitting a bid and verify existing conditions.” Are there more dates for contractors to visit the site to verify existing conditions prior to submitting a bid other than the prebid walk through date?

A site visit was conducted on Wednesday - March 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM (ET). All prospective bidders were encouraged to attend. At this point in time, no further site visits will be conducted.

10. 3-19-20 What is the distance from Building 16 to Closet 134 in building

01?

Drawing set depicts fiber riser diagram on sheet 00-

T500. Fiber is to be routed from the new MCR on the

6th floor via vertical sleeves in TRs on the Technology drawings. Then fiber is routed via corridor to the existing stubout that leads to building 16. Fiber routing depicted is diagrammatical. Floor heights at the

Syracuse VA are typical without interstitial space. KG

4/20/26

11. 3-19-20 What is the preferred cadence for demoing TR's/cabling and TR

Buildout/New cabling? I.E. - demo one floor and rebuild/cable and finish one floor at a time beginning with B00 level?

Please see the suggested Phasing for this work in

Specification Section 01 00 00 GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS. The GC will also provide their own schedule to the VA for approval. KG 4/6/26

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12. 3-19-20 What manufacturers are preferred for the following:

CAT6A Cabling

CAT6A Connectivity ( Jacks, Patch Panels, Patch Cables, Etc)

Rackmount PDU's

Backbone Fiber

Fiber Connectivity ( LC Connectors, LIU's)

No specific manufacturers are required or indicated in the Construction Documents. Please provide a full and complete system (cable, patch panels, patch cords, fiber optic cable, fiber connectors etc.) as outlined in the division 27 specifications. Also, note that any

Contractor must be certified on the cable system and manufacturer they are offering. Please see sheet

01TN100Sa, note 14 for required OD of category 6A cable. KG 4/6/26

13. 3-19-20 Will there be a designated area to store materials? CL61 can be utilized to store materials.

14. 3-19-20 Is BIM a requirement? Comment is unclear. Contractor to meet or exceed all solicitation and contract requirements. JMS 4/17/26

15. 3-19-20 Drawing 01EP100B Note 6 calls for heat trace in a N3R enclosure. No specification is provided for this equipment.

Please provide a heat trace specification or identify a manufacturer make and model.

Basis of design manufacturer and model for heat trace is listed on mechanical schedule sheet "M-603". SHM 4/10/26

16. 3-19-20 Panelboard, ECB and disconnect switch specification states

“SqD or approved equal”. Are Siemens, ABB or Eaton an approved equal?

Yes. This is an open bid project. LRL 4/7/26

17. 3-19-20 Drawing 01EP406e Note 1 states “Provide bond to electro-static discharge flooring. Bonding conductor shall be 12awg min;

provide and install per manufacturer’s instructions.” This typically requires a floor resistance test report upon completion.

Please confirm if a formal Floor Resistance Test and results report will be required.

Formal floor resistance test and results report is required.

Architectural drawings also call for anti-static coating on floor in drawing sheet 001A-406a. SHM 4/10/26

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24. 3-20-26 RFI-001 – Finish Schedule & Specifications

Reference:

• Architectural Sheets (e.g., A-101 / A-103 / A-105)

• Finish keynotes (various sheets)

Issue:

Finish materials are referenced but no complete finish schedule/specifications are provided.

Request:

Provide finish schedule and specifications for:

• Door paint.

• Anti-static flooring coating.

• Rubber cove base.

• Color/Finish.

• Manufacturer and product type.

• Installation requirements.

See Spec section 09 06 00 -05 for paint finish. Paint to match existing site conditions.

Anti-static flooring coating: Refer to Spec section 09 66 00 for anti static floor coating Rubber Cove Base: See Spec section 09 06 00 -06 for rubber cove base finish.

Color/Finish: See relevant spec sections regarding color and finish Manufacture and Product Type/Installation requirements:

See relative spec sections for manufacture and product types/installation requirements.

MA 4/17/26

25. 3-20-26 RFI-002 – Flooring Preparation Scope

Reference:

• Demo / General Notes

Issue:

Keynote “Prepare flooring for new work” is not defined.

Request:

Clarify extent of prep (patching, leveling, grinding, moisture mitigation, etc.). Responsibility for unsuitable existing conditions.

• What are acceptable tolerances?

Refer to installation instructions provided in specifications for specific requirements for new floor finishes as defined in finish schedule located in construction drawings. Contractor is required for identifying existing site conditions.

MA 4/17/26

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26. 3-20-26 RFI-003 – Structural Steel Schedules

Reference:

• Structural Sheets (S001 – General Notes / Spec List)

Issue:

No steel beam/column schedules or specs identified.

Request:

Provide structural steel sizes, coatings, and connection requirements.

1) Specifications include Table of Contents identifying the specifications applicable to the project. Contractor to review specifications for construction requirements.

2) All Structural beams and columns are tagged on Structural plans S200; S200.5; S201; S202

EB 4/17/26

27. 3-20-26 RFI-004 – Insulated Metal Panel (IMP)

Reference:

• Exterior details (A-806 type sheets)

Issue:

IMP system shown but no schedule/specs provided.

Request:

Provide panel type, thickness, insulation value, finish/color, and attachment details.

Specification section 074000 is a performance specification as the government is not able to specify a specific product, just performance characteristics.

MN 4/17/26

28. 3-20-26 RFI-005 – Roofing System (Insulation + TPO)

Reference:

• Roof details (Architectural)

Issue:

Roof system indicated but incomplete specifications.

Request:

Provide:

• Roof insulation type/thickness.

• TPO membrane spec and assembly (Fully adhered, mechanically fastened).

• R-Value.

Specification section 07 54 23 notes a TPO roof system adhered to the deck. Thicknesses of the membrane are listed as is the other performance characteristics. Section 072200 does note several options of roof insulation. The bidder can select the preferred material to meet the design, however the roof was designed based on Polyisocyanurate tapered insulation which is needed to meet the required drainage, thicknesses and thermal performances as noted on the drawings.

MN 4/17/26

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29. 3-20-26 RFI-006 – Window Film

Reference:

• Interior elevations / details (A-series sheets)

Issue:

Window film indicated without specification.

Request:

• Provide type, performance, and installation requirements.

• Location of application.

See detail 1/A-601 for requested information

MA 4/17/26

30. 3-20-26 RFI-007 – Firestopping & Joint Materials

Reference:

• Fire protection notes.

• Detail C6 / A-803 (referenced in plans)

Issue:

Firestopping required but materials not specified.

Request:

Provide:

• Fire stop track specification.

• Forming/fill materials (Approved firestopping and UL assemblies).

• Sealant at deck/steel interfaces.

Firestop track is a firestop system, refer to spec 07 84 00-03

MA 4/17/26

31. 3-20-26 RFI-008 – Fireproofing of Structural Steel

Reference:

• Fire protection requirements.

Issue:

Fireproofing shown but no material spec provided.

Request:

Provide fireproofing type, thickness, and rating requirements.

Specification section 07 81 00 is a performance specification. There are options provided and the bidder has the option to select the option that meets the situation. In section 2.1.A, there are two types listed. One is a system that can be exposed as it's Cementous, while the other is for locations that are completely encased. There are areas of the design where the steel is not encased and will need the Cementous fireproofing. There are situation where the steel is encased and the fiberous material could be used.

MN 4/17/26

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32. 3-20-26 RFI-009 – Structural Spec List Clarity

Reference:

• S001 (Structural General Notes)

Issue:

Spec list is not clearly labeled or coordinated.

Request:

Provide clearly defined specification sections tied to drawings.

Specifications provided with accompanying Table of Contents, identifying the specifications applicable to the project. Contractor to review specifications and construction documents for construction requirements.

JMS 4/17/26

33. 3-20-26 RFI-010 – Water Heater Scope

Reference:

• Electrical/Plumbing plans (WH abbreviation shown)

• Plumbing sheets P-001 / P-100 series

Issue:

Water heaters shown but unclear if new or existing.

Request:

Clarify:

• New vs existing.

• Responsibility (GC vs MEP trade).

• Associated connections (Piping and electrical requirements).

Unable to confirm the "WH" indicated on the drawings mentioned. No new water heater's or modifications to water heaters in the scope of work.

AP 4/17/26

34. 3-20-26 RFI-011 – Site Plan & Utility Entry (ROME Building)

Reference:

• Technology Site Plan

• Sheet 00-T201 (site plan)

Issue:

ROME building and conduit entry point not clearly defined.

Request:

Provide:

• Site plan showing ROME building.

• Utility / low voltage entry routing.

• Routing requirements to building.

For the ROME CBOC, there is no entry point for Low Voltage cables from the outside. Only TRG120 is in scope. Please see Technology sheets for placement of fiber optic cables internally to the building and sheet ROMETN400 for additional cable placement. KG 4/6/26

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35. 3-20-26 RFI-012 – Phasing & Shutdown Constraints (CRITICAL)

Reference:

• Electrical General Notes

Issue:

ICRA requirements are noted, but do not define phasing or shutdown constraints.

Request:

Provide:

• Phasing plan.

• Shutdown limitations (power, HVAC, IT).

• Work hour restrictions.

• Infection control sequencing.

General phasing plan provided in Division 01 00 00 specifications, under phasing section. Contractor responsible for proposing plan to meet the needs of the station, in accordance with project constraints and requirements. Work hours restrictions identified in Division

01 00 00 specifications. JMS 4/17/26

36. 3-20-26 RFI-013 – Ceiling Coordination (CRITICAL)

Reference:

• Plumbing / ceiling coordination notes

Issue:

Ceiling types and coordination not fully defined.

Request:

Provide:

• Reflected ceiling plans (ACT vs hard lid).

• Ceiling heights and transitions.

• Above-ceiling coordination with MEP.

• Need clarification of full replacement vs. patch scope.

Per the COR, 95% of the campus is ACT; ~4% consist of hard lid; and ~1% are pan ceiling. JMS 4/17/26

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37. 3-20-26 RFI-01 – Existing security systems and integration requirements:

TNG-001 Notes 12 and 29. These notes require coordination with the door security manufacturer, provision of all appurtenances for a complete access control system, and certified installers for SSTV and access control systems. Please identify the existing Syracuse VA manufacturers/platforms for access control, video surveillance, and alarm monitoring, and clarify the required extent of integration for this project, including any required programming, licensing, certification, software/database access, and head-end modifications.

Access Control – Lenel S2 - OnGuard Video Surveillance – Milestone Alarm Monitoring – Lenel S2 – OnGuard Contractor to work with VA IT and VA Police to ensure complete integration. Please see RFI Response 50 & 51 for further details on software and licensing information.

38. 3-20-26 RFI-02 – Fiber optic cable construction requirements:

TNG-001 Notes 36, 37, and 38. These notes identify OM4, OS1, and OS2 fiber usage, LC connectors, and general installation requirements, but do not fully define cable construction by application. Please confirm the required fiber optic cable construction and jacket rating for each installation condition, including whether fiber shall be armored or non-armored, loose-tube or tight-buffer, and plenum-rated or riser-rated, as applicable.

For the Fiber optic cables, Tight buffered, non armored is required. All cable jackets must conform to the spaces they will be run through. In a plenum space only plenum rated jackets are allowed. In any run that goes outdoors or underground, the jacket must be an Indoor/Outdoor rated cable. The low voltage Contractor MUST adhere to all NFPA, TIA and BICSI requirements for these cable jackets. KG 4/6/26

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39. 3-20-26 RFI-03 – CAT6A pathway requirements:

TNG-001 Notes 23, 26, and 27, and telecom plan general note regarding outlet routing. Please confirm whether new cable tray is required for new CAT6A cabling, or whether J-hooks are acceptable. Please also confirm where tray dividers are required for segregation of communications and security systems within shared cable tray.

The pathways including cable tray and conduits must adhere to a 40% fill ratio maximum. If this can be achieved in the existing cable trays and conduits then no new pathways will be required. It is required that any category cabling category 6 and below that will not be used must be removed to source. Other cable types such as Nurse Call, BMS, Access Control etc. that run through a cable tray must be separated within the cable tray and separate all new category 6A cabling. A comprehensive investigation of all existing conditions on all buildings in scope was not compiled, so the Low voltage Contractor needs to bid according to these conditions. KG 4/6/26

40. 3-20-26 RFI-04 – Existing cable disposition and phased cutover requirements:

TNG-001 Notes 18, 21, 32, 34, and 35. These notes require segregation of existing cabling, removal of designated cabling back to source, phasing of active analog ports, and temporary copper/fiber extensions between demo’d TRs and new TRs for existing/remaining systems. Please confirm how active cabling is to be identified in the field, who will approve cable disposition prior to removal, and whether the VA will provide identification of circuits/users requiring continued service during demolition.

Please also confirm required outage notification, phased cutover, and owner coordination procedures before existing cabling is disconnected or removed.

The segregation of cables refers to the cable trays. If cables that support other devices such as Access Control or Nurse call, those cables shall be segregated with cable tray dividers so that the new category 6A is separate from other cables.

Please review the TN sheets starting on sheet 01TN100Ba.

Light shaded WAOs indicated existing cables and type such as DV1 which equals Demo Voice 1, and DD2 which means demo data 2. The dark shaded WAOs indicate the number of new category 6A cables to be placed in that same WAO such as N for new, D for data and 2 for the number of cables.

Please see Specification section 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. This section describes suggested phasing for WAO recalling. The GC will coordinate a phasing schedule with the VA which must be provided prior to the start of any work. KG 4/6/26

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41. 3-20-26 Plans state we are wrecking out old infrastructure from Cat6 and down. Replacing with Cat 6a. Plans state we can use existing pathways and use old infrastructure to pull new cabling in – was this discussed at all?

Please see response to item 40. As far as using old cables to pull in new cables, that is a means and Methode determination made by the low voltage contractor and the

VA. KG 4/6/26

42. 3-20-26 Do we know what type of conduit is currently in place and what they want when placing new? All the plans say are ¾”.

The conduit in place is EMT. The typical size for existing

WAOs is 3/4 inch. KG 4/9/26

43. 3-20-26 Plans ask to bid for an additional 10% of data plates/drops – was this discussed?

Contractor to meet or exceed requirements defined by the scope of work and construction documents. JMS 4/17/26

44. 3-20-26 WAP’s need (2) Cat6a cables – are we doing POE? POE will support these devices but the VA will set that during programming. KG 4/9/26

45. 3-20-26 There are many buildings included in this – are we retrofitting existing buildings? Whats the construction look like here?

Contractor to review contract documents for scope of work requirements. JMS 4/17/26

46. 3-20-26 There are pages here highlighting demolition of existing equipment in server rooms. Is telecom demo expected to be bid/performed by the Telecom contractor?

Yes the Low Voltage Contractor is expected to demo all

Telecom and data equipment. KG 4/6/26

47. 3-20-26 Do we know what material we are providing vs not providing?

In some instances the Electrical contractor is the one that provides some material like racking, cabling trays, even outlet face plates/boxes/conduit.

The Low Voltage Contractor is responsible to provide all equipment and materials outlined in Division 27 and 28. KG 4/6/26

48. 3-20-26 Do we have project timelines yet? Build pace expectations? A schedule must be provided to the VA from by the prime contractor. The VA will approve or disapprove it. Please see

Specification Section 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. KG 4/6/26

49. 3-20-26 Are we quoting Access Control, CCTV, and other telco like systems?

The only other low voltage systems that will be addressed are, Fire Alarm, CCTV and Access Control. These existing systems must be serviced by a factory authorized dealer approved by the VA and equipment must be of the same manufacturer. KG 4/6/26

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50. 3-20-26 ET/TY series drawings for CCTV camera. Bid spec documents do not specify what system are currently in place for this project, please answer the following questions:

a. What is the manufacturer of the current video management system?

b. What version/existing is the current video management system operating?

c. Are we expected to support version upgrades as part of this contract?

d. Are there sufficient existing licenses to support the new cameras?

e. Are the cameras to be 2MP pan/tilt/zoom or fixed dome?

f. Is there a current maintenance/vendor/installer of this system that we can contact

Please provide contact information

a. Milestone

b. XProtect Smart Client 2025 R3

c. Should be covered under our current Security Contract with Care Security System (845-354-3367 ext: 163)

d. No

e. This will depend on their location

f. Our Security Contract is with Care Security System (845-

354-3367 ext: 163). However, Ber National Controls, Inc (315-432-1818) is a local company often used.

51. 3-20-26 ET/TY series drawings for card reader/pin pad. Bid spec documents do not specify what system are currently in place for this project, please answer the following questions:

a. What is the manufacturer of the current access control system.

b. What version/existing software is the access control system operating.

c. Are we expected to support the version? Updates as part of the contract?

d. Are there sufficient licenses to support the new doors?

e. Is there any existing integration between the access control and CCTV systems?

f. Is there a current maintenance/vendor/installer of this system that we can contact.

Please provide contact information

a. Lenel S2 – OnGuard

b. 8.3

c. Should be covered under our current Security Contract with Care Security System (845-354-3367 ext: 163)

d. No

e. Not currently

f. Our Security Contract is with Care Security System (845-

354-3367 ext: 163). However, Ber National Controls, Inc (315-432-1818) is a local company often used.

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52. 3-20-26 Is there an allowance for Cat 6A cables that should be carried within the Div.27 pricing? Some previous requirements on other projects requested 5-10% additional Cat 6A cables to cover what may have been missed during design. Please advise

Please see sheet 01TN100Sa note 13. This applies to the entire project. KG 4/6/26

53. 3-20-26 Existing Fire Alarm System:

Is there current maintenance/vendor/installer of this system that we can contact?

Please provide contact information

The Service provider is Sprinkler and Fire Alarm, Jon Shepard

315-451-0971 KG 4/9/26

54. 3-20-26 Existing Nurse Call System:

Is there current maintenance/vendor/installer of this system that we can contact?

Please provide contact information

There are two Nurse Call Cystems installed:

West Com - gaugello@lsisinc.com Rauland - jknickerbocker@ronco.net

Nurse call system is out of scope of the project. KG 6/5/26

55. 3-20-26 Is conduit required for grounding conductors running/installed ceiling & risers? Yes LRL 4/9/26

56. 3-20-26 Is there a requirement for x-ray scanning of concrete floor slabs prior to core drilling for floor-to-floor sleeves/conduits?

Contractor has the option to choose the means & method for scanning the existing slab. Structural drawings have been updated to include detail 12 on sheet S500. JMS/EB 4/17/26

57. 3-20-26 Is there a location where site asphalt and concrete can be stored/separated? Can this material be removed from the site once per week?

Per the Specs (02 41 00 – 03), the contractor shall dispose of demolition materials daily. Any material that cannot be removed daily shall be stored in the designated area for stored materials (see response provided in RFI 13 for location).

58. 3-20-26 Will soil testing be performed prior to construction, to determine if any soils are contaminated?

Contractor must comply with scope of work and construction document requirements. Contractor must abide by all applicable state and federal regulations and requirements. JMS 4/17/26

59. 3-20-26 Is there a location where spoil dirt can be stored? See response provided in RFI 57.

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60. 3-20-26 Is there a specific location that will be used as a laydown yard during construction? Refer to response provided in RFI 13. JMS 4/17/26

61. 3-20-26 Will erosion control plans be provided? Contractor must comply with scope of work and construction document requirements. Contractor must abide by all applicable state and federal regulations and requirements. JMS 4/17/26

62. 3-20-26 Has there been any boring samples/test made for duct bank pathway/trench to determine subsurface condition?

Contractor must comply with scope of work and construction document requirements. Contractor must abide by all applicable state and federal regulations and requirements. Contractor is required to perform all necessary testing and utility locating prior to excavation.

JMS 4/17/26

63. 3-20-26 WAO/WAP-Is this a 1 for 1 replacement for existing cables? Please see response to comment #40. Also, See sheet 01TN100Ba key note 2. category 6A cables to each WAP location. KG 4/6/26

64. 3-20-26 Is there required a full survey of every room/above ceiling to confirm cable count & WAO location? If so, who dictates the outlet location and quantity of cables per location?

This will not be required. Please see sheet 01TN100Sa for example. KG 4/6/26

65. 3-20-26 Can the government provide a quantity of CAT6 A cables that need to be installed by TR? Please provide a Drop Count Matrix that needs to be provided. This information is provided on sheet TN701. KG 4/6/26

66. 3-20-26 What is the drop count of each coverage zone? If it is a 1 for 1 swap, how many existing drops are located in each coverage zone?

This information is provided on sheet TN701. It is not a one for one replacement. Please see response to comment #40.

KG 4/6/26

67. 3-20-26 Is there required a full/complete survey of every room/WAO pathway/above ceiling pathway, to determine if the existing pathway meet the VA/A&E plan T501 detail & spec.?

No. The Contractor will need to apply the best means and methods when running cables. KG 4/9/26

68. 3-20-26 Are there a count and length for Cat6A patch cords? Please see sheet TNG001 Notes 37 and 38 for requirements.

KG 4/6/26

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69. 3-20-26 Are there a count and length for Fiber Patch cords? Please see sheet TNG001 note 37 and 38. KG 4/6/26

70. 3-20-26 Is armored fiber acceptable in leu of/or is Maxcell/innerduct required for ISP fiber?

1. Unless field conditions determine that armored cable is required it is not specified and not required under the Construction documents.

2. Innerduct is required for outside plant fiber. KG/CMB 4/17/26

71. 3-20-26 Are there specific lengths for the CAT6A patch Cords? Please see sheet TNG001 notes 37 and 38 for patch cords and fiber jumper requirements. KG 4/6/26

72. 3-20-26 Are we to provide one patch cord each end for every new

CAT6A cable installed? Or will the VA specify a quantity for the Technology contractor to provide?

Please see sheet TNG001 notes 37 and 38 for further information. The Low Voltage Contractor will not provide

WAO patch cords the VA will provide those. KG 4/6/26

73. 3-20-26 Are we to provide patch cables for each pair of strands at each end?

1. Yes, please see sheet TNG001 notes 37 and 38 for more information. KG/CMB 4/6/26

74. 3-20-26 Are we to provide one fiber jumper on each end for every strand of new Fiber cable installed? Or will the VA specify a quantity for the Technology contractor to provide?

Please see sheet TNG001 notes 37 and 38 for more information. Provide jumpers for each strand of new fiber cable installed. KG/CMB 4/6/26

75. 3-20-26 Is there any copper backbone (25-pair or larger) needed? No copper backbone is required. KG/CMB 4/6/26

76. 3-20-26 Are there specific lengths for the Fiber jumpers? 1. Please see response to comment 69. Patch cords of the shortest appropriate length shall be used per 27 16 19 2.2-E.

KG/CMB 4/6/26

77. 3-20-26 Please confirm if we will be allowed to keep a locked storage container or Conex box within the grounds.

A small Conex box can be placed in front of CL61, but if a larger Conex box is required then it will be placed behind Building 16.

78. 3-20-26 Is there an allowance of 1” data rough-in that should be carried within the Div.26&27 pricing? Some previous requirements on other projects requested 5-10% additional 3/4” data rough-in to cover what may have missed during design. Please advise.

Please see sheet 01TN100Sa note 13 for requirements. KG 4/6/26

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79. 3-20-26 On TN series plans Note#5

5. TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLES SHALL BE

ROUTED IN EXISTING PATHWAY VACATED

BY EXISTING CABLING AS CONDUIT FILL ALLOWS.

PROVIDE ADDITIONAL RACEWAYS

TO EXTEND TO ASSOCIATED TR AS REQUIRED.

a. Does the A&E have locations where the above condition/requirement exist?

b. Can the A&E recommend/give clarity on how to bid/quote the above requirements?

The contractor shall reuse where they can the existing cable trays as long as the 40% fill ratio is not exceeded. J hooks are an acceptable method of support for the category 6A cables.

The Contractor can also provide additional cable trays where applicable. KG 6/5/26

80. 3-20-26 On TNG001 General Note #35

35. FOR DEMO’D WAO’S THAT WON’T BE REPLACED:

CABLE WILL BE REMOVED BACK TO THE SOURCE, A

BLANK FACEPLATE WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE

DEMO ’S BOX.

CONDUIT WILL REMAIN.

Does the A&E have quantity & location of WAO/cable to be demo that meets the above requirement?

Any WAOs that will not be recabled are reflected on the 01TN 100 series sheets. If they are light graded they are existing. If no bold type such as ND2 are indicated then that

WAO location will require a blank plate. KG 4/6/26

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81. 3-20-26 On TNG001 General Note #28

28. THE DATA CENTER SHALL HAVE AN ALPHA-

NUMERIC GRID ANNOTATED ON THE WALLS IN

ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI/TIA 606-C. STARTING IN THE

NORTHWEST CORNER WORKING

THE ALPHABET LEFT TO RIGHT AND NUMBERS TOP

TO BOTTOM IN 24-INCH INCREMENTS USING BLACK

LETTERS AND NUMBERS FOUR INCHES MINIMUM IN

HEIGHT NOT PLACED

MORE THAN SIX INCHES BELOW THE CEILING. (REFER

TO TN507 FOR EXAMPLES)

Please provide TN507 drawing.

Please see sheet TN506 detail 4 for the grid layout example.

KG 4/9/26

82. 3-20-26 On TN series plans show NO horizontal existing pathways for

WAO new/existing cable (basket cable trays). Is it the intent of the A&E design for the uses of J-hooks for the horizontal CAT6 cable support in corridors/hallway/ main pathway & secondary pathway to WAO’s?

The Contractor shall reuse where they can the existing cable trays as long as the 40% fill ratio is not exceeded. J hooks are an acceptable method of support for the category 6A cables.

The Contractor can also provide additional cable trays where applicable. KG 4/9/26

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83. 3-20-26 On TNG001 General Note #16

16. FOR ANY EXISTING WALL MOUNTED DEVICES

THAT REQUIRE MODIFICATION OR REPLACEMENT

THAT DO NOT HAVE RACEWAY FROM DEVICE TO

ACCESSIBLE CEILING SPACE,

PROVIDE MINIMUM 3/4"C ROUTED FROM DEVICE

THROUGH WALL INTO THE ACCESSIBLE CEILING

SPACE. CABLING SHALL NOT BE ROUTED IN WALLS

OR IN AN INACCESSIBLE

LOCATION WITHOUT CONDUIT.

Does the A&E have quantity & location of WAO that do not meet the above requirement?

Contractor to assume 500 linear footage of 3/4” conduit for bid. Contractor to include miscellaneous connectors, straps, and junctions to facilitate installation. Materials not to be purchased and stored on site until quantity field verified. KG 6/5/26

84. 3-20-26 On TN series plans show pathway for A/B fiber run to be installed in conduit above ceiling & in wall.

Can EMT conduit above ceiling & in wall be used in leu of rigid/IMC as per spec. 27 05 33 3.1D. Please advise. Yes, EMT is acceptable. KG 4/9/26

85. 3-26-26 The specifications call for all communications wiring (other than cable tray) to be in rigid conduit. The norm is EMT conduit.

Please confirm that rigid conduit must be used. EMT is preferred. KG 4/9/26

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86. 3-20-26 On TN series plans show a N2 for the WAO indicating (2)

CAT6a new cable & the same location on shows a 2DD/DVI indicating existing (2) data & (1) voice cable.

Is voice cable/system being removed/demo completely? Please advise.

505 detail 3 for an example of how to maintain devices connected to the PBX. KG 4/9/26

87. 3-20-26 Access Control, Video and IDS equipment:

Please provide the name brand of the PACS, VSS and IDS

Equipment installed on site today.

Access is Linell On Guard. The Video System is Milestone and Axis cameras. Ber-National is the service provider. 315-432-

1818. KG 4/9/26

88. 3-20-26 Existing security network rooms:

If current security equipment lines/equipment are damaged/removed during construction, would that be considered part of this project to replace?

The Contractor MUST take steps to protect all existing systems and devices. If damage does occur it is the responsibility of the Contractor at their expense to repair said damage. KG 4/9/26

89. 3-20-26 Existing system capacity:

Can you supply information on existing panel capacity for

Access, IDS and Video systems?

The AE does not have this information. The TN 400 series sheets show locations of existing Access Control Panels (lightly shaded) and new Access Control Panels (dark shaded). KG 4/9/26

90. 3-20-26 Existing system capacity:

If any security system capacity has been reached or would be reached in some areas, would mitigation be considered part of this project? No. KG 4/9/26

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91. 3-20-26 Based on initial design will changes in pathways be considered if it is found to be more advantageous to the security systems layout and possible be more cost effective?

Yes. The Contractor is required to use the best means and methods during this project. KG 4/9/26

92. 3-20-26 LAN Network: Can you provide a network map that indicates where that network is established?

No. This is secure information that will not be shared. KG 4/9/26

93. 3-20-26 LAN Network:

Is all security equipment on a stand-alone LAN network? If so, can you list the components of that network and available expansion?

No, all security equipment resides on the OIT network or on the BMS network. KG 4/9/26

94. 3-20-26 LAN Network:

Will any new switches need to be provided for this Bid? If so, can you list the exact model and manufacture of switch needed?

No, new switches are required by the Contractor the VA will provide and install all active electronics needed. KG 4/9/26

95. 3-20-26 Video server:

Would a new video server be needed to support the additional cameras for this project?

No. This is secure information that will not be shared. KG 4/9/26

96. 3-20-26 Video server:

Would any additional video License be needed for the new cameras?

Ber-National is the existing service provider 315-432-19-818.

The NVR is Milestone KG 4/9/26

97. 3-20-26 Video server:

If new licenses are needed, please provide what level of license they have existing (Enterprise, Standard). Please contact Ber-National 315-432-1818. KG 4/9/26

98. 3-20-26 Access Control Equipment:

Will any additional license be needed to add new readers to the existing access control platform? Please contact Ber-National 315-432-1818. KG 4/9/26

99. 3-20-26 Access Control Equipment:

If new licenses are needed, please provide what level of license they have existing (Enterprise, Standard). Please contact Ber-National 315-432-1818. KG 4/9/26

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100. 3-20-26 Network switches:

Will any new network switches be required for any of the new security products?

If any are required they will be provided and installed by the

VA. KG 4/9/26

101. 3-20-26 Network switches:

If they are required, can you supply the exact model number of the switches needed? The VA will provide all active electronics. KG 4/9/26

102. 3-20-26 Network switches:

If they are required, can you supply the exact Location of the new switch/switches? The VA will provide all active electronics. KG 4/9/26

103. 3-20-26 Motion detectors:

Where do the motions in each room terminate into. No IDS panel is listed on the prints and no Keypads to disarm upon opening the room?

Motion sensors indicated on the TN sheets marked with a C, are not required and should not be included in the bid. KG 4/9/26

104. 3-20-26 Panel equipment:

What IDS panel is needed if not installed? No IDS panels are required. KG 4/9/26

105. 3-20-26 Drawing 07EP402.5 – Keyed notes 6,7, & 8 appear to be garbled text. Please clarify.

A/E provided updated Electrical plans with issue date

8/29/25. SHM 4/17/26

106. 3-20-26 Drawing A-600 – Door Schedule – there are no door frame detail references, i.e., door frame jambs or head detail in the various wall types noted. Clarify if the correct reference are the details on drawing A-602.

The door schedule is on sheet A-601 and there are various installation locations. The wall type will need to be confirmed prior to the ordering of the door frame. The designer was not permitted to conduct destructive investigations to confirm the type of existing wall. MN 4/17/26

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107. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ba – Room AL08 Detail 3:

Clarify what the existing wall type and new wall type are.

Typical existing walls will be traditional framed walls with GWB (Gypsum Wall Board) on each side. CMU (Concrete Masonry Units) or concrete walls will also be found (less frequently). There can be some occasional walls with tile or a unique finish material, but they are typically rare and that work should not overly impact cost, compared to CMU / concrete walls. Contractor to field verify wall type construction. MA 6/5/26

108. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ba – Room AL08

Sheet Keynote 2:

1. Please clarify who is responsible for removing/replacing all existing floor mounted equipment for floor finish demolition and new installation.

2. Please clarify if any of the existing floor components are hazardous or contain ACM’s.

3. Please clarify for floor and base removal and installation details, what the procedures are for any flooring to remain under or adjacent to equipment or other room elements to remain in place.

4. Is there a detail and spec for the vinyl reducer strip at the transition between existing and new flooring?

1. Contractor should coordinate with VA prior to removal/relocation of any existing equipment

2. Information is provided in ACM report. Contractor to reach out to the VA for any information regarding ACM materials.

3. Demo removal is contractor means and methods -installation instructions are identified in contract specifications.

4. AE updated sheet A-602 in Architectural set.

109. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ba – Room AL08: sheet keynote 3 – notes existing wall is clay tile construction – note references detail

5/A-601. There is no detail 5 on drawing A-601. Clarify if HM door frame installation detail 4/A-602 is the correct detail to follow.

The correct detail reference is detail 3/A-602 which carries a reference to 4/A-602 (which does not reference detail 3).

MA 4/17/26

110. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ba – Room AL08: sheet keynote 8 notes callout detail 3/AE421 – there is no drawing AE-421 just A-421 please clarify that is the correct detail to reference.

Correct - the appropriate detail reference is detail 3/A-421, not 3/AE421. MA 4/17/26

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111. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Bb – Room SL-06 -detail 3 – please clarify what the existing and new wall types are.

Typical existing walls will be traditional framed walls with GWB (Gypsum Wall Board) on each side. CMU (Concrete Masonry Units) or concrete walls will also be found (less frequently). There can be some occasional walls with tile or a unique finish material, but they are typically rare and that work should not overly impact cost, compared to CMU / concrete walls. Contractor to field verify wall type construction. MA 6/5/26

112. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Bb – Room SL-06: Sheet Keynote 2:

1. Please clarify who is responsible for removing/replacing all existing floor mounted equipment for floor finish demolition and new installation.

2. Please clarify if any of the existing floor components are hazardous or contain ACM’s.

3. Please clarify for floor and base removal and installation details, what the procedures are for any flooring to remain under or adjacent to equipment or other room elements to remain in place.

4. Is there a detail and spec for the vinyl reducer strip at the transition between existing and new flooring?

Reference response to RFI 108.

113. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Bb – Room SL-06: Related drawing 001-M-

401 – has a clash detection been performed regarding new sprinkler lateral and drop locations relative to existing ductwork and light fixtures?

Clash detection with regard to all existing infrastructure is not within the A/E's scope of work. The A/E has verified that the location will allow for the work to be completed, but will be on the contractor to verify and meet the intent of the design as shown on the drawings. Do not install sprinklers where they are obstructed. Final sprinkler drawings to be completed as part of delegated design. AP 4/17/26

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114. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ga – Room SG95; detail 3 – please clarify what the existing and new wall types are.

Typical existing walls will be traditional framed walls with GWB (Gypsum Wall Board) on each side. CMU (Concrete Masonry Units) or concrete walls will also be found (less frequently). There can be some occasional walls with tile or a unique finish material, but they are typically rare and that work should not overly impact cost, compared to CMU / concrete walls. Contractor to field verify wall type construction. MA 6/5/26

115. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ga – Room SG95: Sheet Keynote 2:

1. Please clarify who is responsible for removing/replacing all existing floor mounted equipment for floor finish demolition and new installation.

2. Please clarify if any of the existing floor components are hazardous or contain ACM’s.

3. Please clarify for floor and base removal and installation details, what the procedures are for any flooring to remain under or adjacent to equipment or other room elements to remain in place.

4. Is there a detail and spec for the vinyl reducer strip at the

116. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ga – Room SG95: sheet keynote 8 notes callout detail 3/AE421 – there is no drawing AE-421 just A-421 please clarify that is the correct detail to reference.

Correct - the appropriate detail reference is detail 3/A-421, not 3/AE421/. MA 4/17/26

117. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Ga – Room SG95 Sheet keynote 9 – please provide the reference spec for temporary ventilation & pressurization noted.

Refer to spec section 01 35 26 regarding ventilation & pressurization. MA 4/17/26

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118. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A detail 3 – please clarify the existing wall type.

Typical existing walls will be traditional framed walls with GWB (Gypsum Wall Board) on each side. CMU (Concrete Masonry Units) or concrete walls will also be found (less frequently). There can be some occasional walls with tile or a unique finish material, but they are typically rare and that work should not overly impact cost, compared to CMU / concrete walls. Contractor to field verify wall type construction. MA 6/5/26

119. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A sheet keynote 2:

1. Clarify who is responsible for removing/replacing all existing floor mounted equipment for floor finish demolition and new installation.

2. Clarify if any of the existing floor components are hazardous or contain ACM’s.

3. Note floor and base removal and installation details and procedures for any flooring to remain under or adjacent to equipment or other room elements to remain in place.

4. Is there a detail and spec for the vinyl reducer strip at the

120. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A Keynote 13 – note callout detail 3/AE421 – there is no drawing AE-421 just A-421 please clarify that is the correct detail to reference.

Correct - the appropriate detail reference is detail 3/A-421, not 3/AE421. MA 4/17/26

121. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A - Provide an ACT spec and detail.

There is no new ACT slated for this space. Only demo ceiling as shown. MA 4/17/26

122. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A - Confirm if the now exposed ceiling structure and walls above former ACT are to be patched and painted; and if so, provide a spec and color, and also, clarify if there are any elements that should not receive paint.

Ceilings are exposed to structure and not required to be painted, but are required to be patched. MA 4/17/26

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123. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A - Keynote 14 – please provide the reference spec for temporary ventilation & pressurization noted.

Refer to spec section 01 35 26 regarding ventilation & pressurization. MA 4/17/26

124. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-400Gb – Room CG06A - Related drawing 001-

M-403 – detail 4:

1. Confirm that new quick response pendant sprinkler head Is at the correct distance from the proposed new wall.

2. Clarify if relocated supply diffuser is reconnected with flex or hard duct; confirm duct size.

1. Sprinkler shall be installed with spacing and clearances in accordance with NFPA 13. Final sprinkler design is delegated to the installing contractor.

2. Contractor to assume duct is 8", final duct size shall be verified and match existing duct before installation. Flexible duct is acceptable for use within the last 5 feet of the run before the diffuser/grille. Flexible duct not to be used for turns greater than 45°. AP 4/17/26

125. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-401a – Room C106A detail 3 – please clarify existing wall type.

Typical existing walls will be traditional framed walls with GWB (Gypsum Wall Board) on each side. CMU (Concrete Masonry Units) or concrete walls will also be found (less frequently). There can be some occasional walls with tile or a unique finish material, but they are typically rare and that work should not overly impact cost, compared to CMU / concrete walls. Contractor to field verify wall type construction. MA 6/5/26

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126. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-401a – Room C106A sheet keynote 2:

1. Clarify who is responsible for removing/replacing all existing floor mounted equipment for floor finish demolition and new installation.

2. Clarify if any of the existing floor components are hazardous or contain ACM’s.

3. Note floor and base removal and installation details and procedures for any flooring to remain under or adjacent to equipment or other room elements to remain in place.

4. Is there a detail and spec for the vinyl reducer strip at the

127. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-401a – Room C106A please provide an ACT spec and detail.

There is no new ACT slated for this space. Only demo ceiling as shown. MA 4/17/26

128. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-401a – Room C106A Confirm if the now exposed ceiling structure and walls above former ACT are to be patched and painted; and if so, provide a spec and color, and also, clarify if there are any elements that should not receive paint.

Ceilings are exposed to structure and not required to be painted, but are required to be patched. MA 4/17/26

129. 3-20-26 Drawing 001A-401a – Room C106A Related drawing

01EP401b:

1. Detail 4 pointing to a light fixture references detail 2/EP508 – this is a telecommunications detail.