36C77626R0008 0005 Attachment 1 - RFI Responses.docx

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS AND

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.

Specification 28 2300 – page 5 lists Wisenet XNP-6320 was the Basis of Design. However, in the drawings page 01T-901, Avigilon H5A PTZ camera is called out. Which camera is required for this bid?

Avigilon.

Is there an existing intrusion detection system that we are adding on to and should be included in the scope of work?

A complete, fully functional system shall be provided.

Are all the motion detectors being installed in each TR monitored from the CCure or IDS monitoring.

CCure

Is this project tax-exempt, if so, will a certificate be provided?

See RFI 8.

ET series drawings for CCTV camera. Bid spec documents do not specified 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 vendor/installer of this system that we can contact Please provide contact information

Pelco VideoXpert 3.22

Not proprietary – currently for exterior cameras, our standards are the Pelco IMD15127 and IMD12136 cameras and the interior cameras are the Pelco IMF82-1ERS and SRXP4-5V10-IMD-IR cameras. The preferred models are IMD12136 and Pelco IMF82-1ERS.

ET series drawings for card reader/pin pad. Bid spec documents do not specified 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 the 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 vendor/installer of this system that we can contact.

The existing system is Software House C-CURE 9000, ver 2.70. Currently there isn’t an integration between the PACS and CCTV systems.

Is there an allowance of Cat 6A cables & 1 ¼” data rough-in that should be carried within the Div.26&27 pricing? Some previous requirements on other projects requested 5-10% additional Cat 6A cables & 1 ¼” data rough-in to cover what may have missed during design.

Yes, there is a 10% allowance. See cover sheet, G-000 General Note #2 and T-700 series drawings.

Existing Fire Alarm System.

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

The system to be installed is Siemens Desigo Compact FV2025 panel.

Existing Nurse Call System.

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

Nurse call is not in scope.

Is conduit required for grounding conductors running/installed ceiling & risers?

Yes, 1" minimum.

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

Yes.

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

Contractor must coordinate with COR for possible locations. Contractor must submit a written request for consideration.

Will soil testing be performed prior to construction, to determine if any soils are contaminated?

No.

Is there a location where spoil dirt can be stored?

See RFI 32

Is there a specific location that will be used as a laydown yard during construction?

See RFI 268.

Will erosion control plans be provided?

No. Contractor is responsible for developing and submitting Erosion Control Plans per Specification 01 57 19.

Has there been any boring samples/test made for duct bank pathway/trench to determine subsurface condition?

See Geotech report #70215256 by Terracon, dated 1/4/2023.

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

Contractor will be required to provide the VA detailed written requests for lay down yard accommodations.

Please clarify note #43 on plan 01T-001 with your intent. Also, what does CPCI stand for/meaning.

43. J-HOOK ROUTING IS AN "IN-THE-FIELD" INSTALLATION CHOICE AND SHALL BE REQUIRED TO BE DOCUMENTED ON ALL AS-BUILT PACKAGES. SLEEVES REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THESE J- HOOK ROUTINGS SHALL BE CONSIDERED AND INCLUDED IN THE J-HOOK ROUTE EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FROM THE CONTRACTOR AS CPCI PATHWAY EQUIPMENT. J-HOOK SLEEVES THROUGH RATED AND NON-RATED ASSEMBLIES SHALL NOT BE A REQUIREMENT OF THIS DRAWING PACKAGE AS THEY ARE FIELD DEFINED LOCATIONS AND QUANTITIES.

The contractor shall bid 100% cable tray as indicated on the contract drawings and specifications. All routes shall be field verified and submitted as “Coordination Drawings” as defined by the specifications. If coordination drawings indicate that above ceiling space constraints dictate the limited use of J-hooks, these locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Any location requiring limited J-hooks shall NOT result in additional costs or time to the Government.

CPCI = Contractor Provided Contractor Installed.

Please clarify note #31 on plan 01T-001 with your intent.

31.STANDARD WORKSTATION OUTLET (AKA WORK AREA OUTLETS OR WAO) SHALL CONSIST OF A 5S X 2-7/8 ” DEEP METAL BOX, FED WITH A CONDUIT. BACK BOX TO BE FITTED WITH SINGLE-GANG FINISH RING FOR 4-PORT FACEPLATE.ALL CONDUITS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS SHALL BE STEEL THIN WALL ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING (TYPE EMT) UNLESS OTHERWISE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLEXIBLE CONDUIT BE USED FOR PATHWAYS INDICATED ON THIS DRAWING. ALL CONDUITS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS ARE TO BE STUBBED TO NEAREST CABLE TRAY. CONTRACTOR IS TO ENSURE THAT NO CONDUIT EXCEEDS 40% FILL. IF EXISTING CONDUIT IS NOT LARGE ENOUGH TO SUPPORT NEW CAT 6A CABLE, CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE NEW CAT 6A CIRCUITS TO REPLACE EXISTING, PROVIDED AT THE NEAREST AVAILABLE DROP WITH EXISTING CONDUIT CAPACITY.

Q-Do you have quantities of WAO’s that do not meet the above note/requirement?

Q-If you do not have quantities, please give directions for bidding this scope.

Should we assume that all WAO’s do not meet the above requirements?

Contractor shall not exceed 40% fill using existing in-wall conduit. This requirement does not reduce the cable quantity required to be provided on this contract.

On “T” series Plan (Technology plans) shows the cable tray layout/routing in hallway & corridors with the A&B Fiber backbone installation in the same cable tray as the WAO CAT6 cable. Is this the intent to install fiber & CAT6 cable in the same cable tray? Please advise.

Drawings are schematic in nature. See Specification 27 05 36 for cable tray and fiber optic raceway requirements.

To confirm that the existing analog phone cable/system to remain & re-terminated/tested on new WAO plate, as per “T” series Plan key notes#13

Confirmed.

Referring to ET series for CCTV camera, the bid spec documents do not specify what systems are currently in place for this project. What is the manufacturer of the current video management system?

Pelco VideoXpert

Referring to ET series for CCTV camera, the bid spec documents do not specify what systems are currently in place for this project. What version/existing is the current video management system operating?

See RFI 56.

Referring to ET series for CCTV camera, the bid spec documents do not specify what systems are currently in place for this project. Are we expected to support version upgrades as part of this contract?

Referring to ET series for CCTV camera, the bid spec documents do not specify what systems are currently in place for this project. Are the cameras to be 2MP pan/tilt/zoom or fixed dome?

See answer number 56. Not proprietary – currently for exterior cameras, our standards are the Pelco IMD15127 and IMD12136 cameras and the interior cameras are the Pelco IMF82-1ERS and SRXP4-5V10-IMD-IR cameras. The preferred models are IMD12136 and Pelco IMF82-1ERS.

Referring to ET series for CCTV camera, the bid spec documents do not specify what systems are currently in place for this project. Is there a current vendor/installer of this system that we can contact? Please provide contact information.

See RFI 56 & 60.

Referring to the ET series drawings for card reader/pin pad, the bid spec documents do not specify what system is currently in place for this project. What is the manufacturer of the current access control system?

Referring to the ET series drawings for card reader/pin pad, the bid spec documents do not specify what system is currently in place for this project. What version/existing software is the access control system operating?

Referring to the ET series drawings for card reader/pin pad, the bid spec documents do not specify what system are currently in place for this project. Are we expected to support the version updates as part of the contract?

Referring to the ET series drawings for card reader/pin pad, the bid spec documents do not specify what system are currently in place for this project. Are the licenses sufficient to support the new doors?

Referring to the ET series drawings for card reader/pin pad, the bid spec documents do not specify what system are currently in place for this project. Is there a current vendor/installer of this system that we can contact? Please provide contact information.

See RFI 66.

Referring to the Existing Nurse Call System. Is there a current maintenance vendor/installer of this system that we can contact? Please provide contact information.

Nurse call is not in scope.

Is conduit required for grounding conductors running/installed ceiling & risers?

See RFI 30

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

Yes

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

Will soil testing be performed prior to construction, to determine if any soils are contaminated?

No

Is there a location where spoil dirt can be stored?

Is there a specific location that will be used as a laydown yard during construction?

See RFI 268.

Will erosion control plans be provided?

No. Contractor is responsible for developing and submitting Erosion Control Plans per Specification 01 57 19.

Has there been any boring samples/test made for duct bank pathway/trench to determine subsurface condition?

See Geotech report #70215256 by Terracon, dated 1/4/2023.

WAO-There are no prints that indicate Demo locations. Is this a 1 for 1 replacement for existing cables?

See General Note #1 on each cover sheet G-000. See T-700 series sheets for cable quantities plus the required 10% allowance.

Is there required a full survey of every room/above ceiling? If so, who dictates the outlet location and quantity of cables per location?

Yes, full surveys are required for all areas. WAO will be replaced in the existing locations. See T-700 series sheets for cable quantities plus the required 10% allowance.

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.

See T-700 series sheets for cable quantities plus the required 10% allowance. Cable length indicated is estimated and shall be independently verified by all Bidders. Deviations in the actual installed cable length will not be treated as an unforeseen condition.

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?

See T-700 series sheets for cable quantities plus the required 10% allowance. Cable length indicated is estimated and shall be independently verified by all Bidders. Deviations in the actual installed cable length will not be treated as an unforeseen condition.

Is there a count and length for Cat6A patch cords?

Patch cords shall be provided and installed by the contractor at the End User Device (EUD) and in each respective TR for all ports. Patch cords at the EUD shall match existing length for each location. Contractor will be required to field verify, procure, test, and install each cable. Patch cables installed in each TR rack shall be sized per EHRM standard rack elevations with a clean installation.

Is there a count and length for Fiber Patch cords?

Patch cords shall be provided and installed by the contractor at the End User Device (EUD) and in each respective TR for all ports. Patch cords at the EUD shall match existing length for each location. Contractor will be required to field verify, procure, test, and install each cable. Patch cables installed in each TR rack shall be sized per EHRM standard rack elevations with a clean installation.

Are there specific lengths for the CAT6A patch Cords?

Patch cords shall be provided and installed by the contractor at the End User Device (EUD) and in each respective TR for all ports. Patch cords at the EUD shall match existing length for each location. Contractor will be required to field verify, procure, test, and install each cable. Patch cables installed in each TR rack shall be sized per EHRM standard rack elevations with a clean installation.

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?

The VA will not provide direction on patch cable quantity. Patch cords shall be provided and installed by the contractor at the End User Device (EUD) and in each respective TR for all ports. Patch cords at the EUD shall match existing length for each location. Contractor will be required to field verify, procure, test, and install each cable. Patch cables installed in each TR rack shall be sized per EHRM standard rack elevations with a clean installation.

Are we to provide patch cables for each pair of strands at each end?

Patch cords shall be provided and installed by the contractor at both ends of all Fiber Optic Cable provided and installed on this project. The contractor shall provide a fully-functional, fully-patched system for all cable on this project.

Is there any copper backbone (25-pair or larger) needed?

The existing copper backbone is being retained and reused.

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

Contractor to provide a detailed written request for lay down area. COR will coordinate with the facility as needed.

Please clarify note #43 on plan 01T-001 with your intent. Also, what does CPCI stand for/meaning.

“43. J-HOOK ROUTING IS AN "IN-THE-FIELD" INSTALLATION CHOICE AND SHALL BE REQUIRED TO BE DOCUMENTED ON ALL AS-BUILT PACKAGES. SLEEVES REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THESE J- HOOK ROUTINGS SHALL BE CONSIDERED AND INCLUDED IN THE J-HOOK ROUTE EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FROM THE CONTRACTOR AS CPCI PATHWAY EQUIPMENT. J-HOOK SLEEVES THROUGH RATED AND NON-RATED ASSEMBLIES SHALL NOT BE A REQUIREMENT OF THIS DRAWING PACKAGE AS THEY ARE FIELD DEFINED LOCATIONS AND QUANTITIES.”

The contractor shall bid 100% cable tray as indicated on the contract drawings and specifications. All routes shall be field verified and submitted as “Coordination Drawings” as defined by the specifications. If coordination drawings indicate that above ceiling space constraints dictate the limited use of J-hooks, these will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Any location requiring limited J-hooks shall NOT result in additional costs or time to the Government.

CPCI = Contractor Provided Contractor Installed.

Please clarify note #31 on plan 01T-001 with your intent.

31.STANDARD WORKSTATION OUTLET (AKA WORK AREA OUTLETS OR WAO) SHALL CONSIST OF A 5S X 2-7/8 ” DEEP METAL BOX, FED WITH A CONDUIT. BACK BOX TO BE FITTED WITH SINGLE-GANG FINISH RING FOR 4-PORT FACEPLATE.ALL CONDUITS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS SHALL BE STEEL THIN WALL ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING (TYPE EMT) UNLESS OTHERWISE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLEXIBLE CONDUIT BE USED FOR PATHWAYS INDICATED ON THIS DRAWING. ALL CONDUITS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS ARE TO BE STUBBED TO NEAREST CABLE TRAY. CONTRACTOR IS TO ENSURE THAT NO CONDUIT EXCEEDS 40% FILL. IF EXISTING CONDUIT IS NOT LARGE ENOUGH TO SUPPORT NEW CAT 6A CABLE, CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE NEW CAT 6A CIRCUITS TO REPLACE EXISTING, PROVIDED AT THE NEAREST AVAILABLE DROP WITH EXISTING CONDUIT CAPACITY.

Contractor shall not exceed 40% fill using existing in-wall conduit. This requirement does not reduce the cable quantity required to be provided on this contract.

Referring to note #31 on plan 01T-001, do you have quantities of WAO’s that do not meet the note/requirement?

Referring to note #31 on plan 01T-001, Should we assume that all WAO’s do not meet the above requirements?

Please confirm that the existing analog phone cable/system is to remain & re-terminated/tested on new WAO plate, as per “T” series Plan key notes#13 “ALL EXISTING ANALOG PHONE CABLE DEVIES AND TERMINATIONS ETC. SHALL REMINA OPERATION AT ALL TIMES AND SHELL BE RETAINED AND REUSED. PROTECT IN PLACE.”

Per Sheet 21A-201, there are three locations of coded note 3 existing door and wall to be demolished to accomadate new 8' door; however, at corridor 5 the middle coded note 3 location does not show the wall length that needs to be removed. Please provide length of wall to be remove.

See addendum 1 for revised Keynotes.

NO WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION FOUND IN DRAWINGS, PLEASE PROVIDE LOCATIONS REQUIRED.

See attached addendum 1 drawings.

PerF6/ES401 note 2 there are cable runs from building 21 to building 1; however, the scale on the detail is not measurable and the existing site is grayed out, there is no clear detail of what the trenching will be going through, ie. Asphalt, concrete sidewalk, curbs, lawns, landscape, etc. Please provide a measurable plan that indicates what is existing so quantities can be measured, and provide details and requirements of items to be replaced from trenching operation. Also please provide a trench profile for these cable runs.

Sheet TS201 is marked "Not for construction" in the drawing area, but marked for construction in the past box. Please indicate if these plans are or are not for construction.

Disregard “NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION” label on TS2** sheets. See updated plans.

Per the TS labelled site plans, many of the hardscape, paving, and landscape areas are shown in light grey and not clearly marked; Please mark up the plans and indicate what will need replaced from trenching operations, provide details and requirements, ie. profiles, thickness, reinforcing, etc.

Per TS101, coded note 21 indicates a sidewalk with handrail, see detail E3/T-501; this detail only shows a concrete sidewalk profile, please provide drawings, details and requirements for the handrail.

Sidewalk Plan-CG101. See attached addendum 1 drawings.

Per 21A-101 coded note 14 indicates to add sidewalk with a detail cut F5/21A-301; however, that detail does not have any sidewalk shown, please provide details and requirements.

Sidewalk Plan-CG101. See attached addendum 1 drawings.

Per 21A-501 Architectural roof plan & details shows details for HVAC equipment pad framing and support; however, no roof plan is provided. Please provide a roof plan of the existing roof and provide location of new equipment curb. The roof on this buildling appears to be a pitched roof but the detail cuts seem to show it as a flat roof with membraone roofing.

There is no new HVAC equipment on the roof of B21 with this project.

Per 21M-101 coded note 13 indicates to provide an new equipment pad. 21M-501 has detail D1 concrete equipment base detail, this detail seems to be for interior equipment bases, not exterior. Please provide details and requirements for the CRAC unit equipment pad .

Ref: 28 13 00 Physical Access Control System. We know the manufacture of the door hardware, however, can we get a picture of the locking hardware on one of the doors and/or the name of the locking hardware we need to quote?

Coordinate with VA for station standards and see Specification 08 71 00.

In the Specs it states build a schedule based on 540 days, but the contract is for 731 days. Which is true?

The period of performance is 731 calendar days from issuance of notice to proceed.

In the specs, it states that the work will require working in multiple buildings at once. Will multiple superintendents be required?

Will we be able to work in areas with sensitive information, if so when will access be available?

Coordinate with VA for access. Contractor must submit detailed written requests for VA review and approval, including coordination with all appropriate VA staffs.

What are the hours of operation? Will some of this work have to be done after-hours?

Yes, all cable replacements, shutdowns and above ceiling work shall be performed after-hours.

Duct Bank Installation Responsibility Please clarify who is responsible for the installation of the duct bank inside the building.

Is the site contractor expected to stub up just outside the building, or is it our responsibility to run conduit inside the building footprint?

Contractor shall run duct bank into the building per PSRDM requirements.

Plan Discrepancy – VF101 vs. TS101 There appears to be a conflict between Sheet VF101, which shows only two new lines being installed to the building, and Sheet TS101, which shows multiple lines extending throughout the site.

We were told the scope includes only two runs at 9,000 LF total (x2 conduits), but TS101 appears to show a significantly larger amount of duct bank.

Please clarify which sheet reflects the correct duct bank layout and quantity.

VF101 is a site survey plan only to indicate existing conditions. TS series sheets show all the new work. Provide duct bank per TS series sheets and all associated contract requirements.

Number of Main Lines It was also stated that there are four main lines coming from Ramsey, but the plans (including Detail T-501) only show two lines.

Please confirm how many duct bank lines are intended to be installed from the Ramsey tie-in point.

VF101 is a site survey plan only to indicate existing conditions. TS series sheets show all the new work. Provide duct bank per TS series sheets and all associated contract requirements.

Erosion Control There is no erosion control plan provided in the current drawing set.

Given the scope and disturbance area, it is expected that erosion control measures will be required.

Please confirm whether a separate erosion control plan will be issued, or if the site contractor is expected to include erosion control as part of this scope.

Contractor is responsible for developing and submitting Erosion Control Plans per Specification 01 57 19.

Tie-in Manhole Locations There is no clear detail or plan showing where the tie-in manholes for the main duct bank runs are to be installed.

Please provide a plan and details identifying all tie-in structures, including their elevations and locations.

See TS series sheets.

We see the note 2 under general notes on the G-000 sheets regarding the allowance we are to include for 10% new data drops and understand these new ones are to be surface mounted. Are the new conduits to be painted to match the walls. If so, will the entire wall, corner to corner to be painted? If either of these are the case, please provide an allowance in square footages to include for new wall painting. Or are all of the additional to be assumed to be added in existing data boxes to where no additional finishes will be required?

The 10% allowance refers to total cable/WAO/port quantities.

Note 4 on G-000 implies 50% of the existing data lines in outlets are not in conduit. If this is the case, confirm we are to provide pricing for 50% of the existing to be in new surface mounted conduit?

Confirmed.

If we are to include 50% of the existing to be new conduit, will they need to be painted as well? Please provide SF of wall to be painted as well.

Confirmed.

Dwg 45E-501, note 3, states existing doors shall be recertified as required, please clarify what and how these existing doors are to be recertified.

See Division 8 specifications.

Section 01 00 00 – 22 K states 7’ construction fence to be placed around the construction area where indicated on the drawings. Please confirm no temporary construction fence is required, if so, please provide drawings.

Fence is required for all site work as indicated on the drawings.

Will ACAD drawings be provided for the as-builts or a complete site plan PDF?

ACAD files that are available will be provided for reference. The contractor shall provide professional survey services and develop a comprehensive site plan showing existing conditions coordinated with new work.

Dwg 45T-101 note 8, the three green dots at each end, are all three conduits to extend under the floor and out the foundation wall?

These dots indicate proposed conduit entrance locations. Contractor is responsible for developing coordination drawings indicating the final route and fiber entry locations with required pull boxes.

Dwg 71A-400 – the new telecom door is shown to be 8’ tall, please confirm the is correct and the existing door is also 8’. If existing door is not 8’, but only 7’, anyway to confirm no electrical is in the wall or the area to be removed?

Existing door is 7’ and new door will match existing.

Please provide a detail showing how the duct banks are to be tied into the manholes. Are the sweeps to be encased as well?

Follow specification 26 05 41.

Was told at the walk-through new ceilings are being replaced in the hospital corridors under a current project. Any chance these ceilings can be lowered in that project to minimize issues for installing the duct bank at tight conditions?

No. This project may not be dependent on another future project.

Are all exterior walls of every building brick on CMU? Boring through CMU cost more than through metal/stud gyp. Most of the buildings imply the duct bank conduit are to enter the building through the slab requiring removal and replacement of concrete and floor coving at those locations, along with building a chase to cover the conduits at the interior. It would be less expensive, bring the conduit up the exterior of the walls and entering above the ceilings, even if the exterior walls are of brick and CMU.

Conduit must enter as shown, under the building, through the floor per VA Physical security requirements.

Are the disturbed areas to be replaced with sod or hydroseed?

Yes, as applicable. All areas shall be returned to existing conditions.

Regarding CCTV Storage requirements:

Please confirm the required video retention architecture.

Is CCTV video required to be stored on-site, off-site, or in a hybrid configuration?

If off-site or hybrid storage is required, must it be in a VA-approved cloud or enterprise environment?

What is the required retention duration for recorded video?

On-site only, 30 days.

Regarding Environmental sensors scope:

The documents refer to environmental monitoring. Please clarify What environmental conditions are required to be monitored (temperature, humidity, leak detection, smoke, door status, etc.)?

Are sensors required in all telecom rooms/MDF/IDFs or additional spaces?

Is integration with an existing VA monitoring platform required?

New monitoring platform(s) are required. Specifically, for the MCR reference Mechanical drawings for Building 21 and Division 23 & 25 specifications.

For TRs, split systems shall have thermostat and humidity monitoring and control. Humidity shall be controlled by operating the indoor units in “dry mode”.

See Specification 23 09 23 for integration.

Third-Party Inspection Requirements:

Please confirm inspection and testing requirements.

Must third-party inspections be performed by an independent firm separate from the installation contractor?

If required, will the Prime/Government provide the inspector, or should subcontractors include this cost in their bid?

Third-party inspections shall be provided by an independent firm separate from the installation contractor or prime contractor. See Specifications 01 00 00 and 01 45 00 for additional requirements.

Labor Rates for Third-Party Personnel Please clarify pricing responsibility for third-party labor.

Are labor rates pre-established by the VA/Prime, or should subcontractors include market-rate pricing?

If established, please provide the applicable labor categories and rate schedule.

Please follow solicitation guidance.

Subcontractor Qualification Requirements:

Please confirm subcontractor’s credential and experience requirements.

Are Division 27/28 subcontractors required to meet the same minimum qualifications, certifications, and past-performance requirements as the Prime contractor? If so, please provide the specific credentialing and experience thresholds required for subcontractors performing this scope

Please follow solicitation guidance.

Pricing Responsibility When Work Is Subcontracted Please clarify pricing expectations when portions of the work are subcontracted.

If portions of the Division 27/28 scope must be…