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RFIs: 36C78624B0023 - FCA Deficiencies and Maintenance complex - Los Angeles, CA
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| On FCA plans page T-102 on the camera schedule, Cameras #3, 6, 7, 8 are all listed as “hardwired” but do not list conduit pathways to where they need to be connected, please provide pathways of where these need to be connected to for proper footage estimation. Camera #3 will be connected to the IT room in the new maintenance building. The cameras # 6, 7, and 8 will be connected to the new IT room in the admin building (see detail D7, sheet T-501). |
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| On FCA plans page T-102 on the camera schedule it shows several cameras & WAPs as wireless solar powered. Please specify if any equipment is needed to be provided by the electrical contractor for these devices. The Prime contractor is responsible for work delegation between sub-contractors. |
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| On FCA plans page T-502 details it shows “provided by division 26”, this detail shows solar panels, access points, cameras, battery banks, poles etc.. Please specify exactly what equipment shown in detail (F1) & (F4) needs to be provided by electrical contractor. And what will be provided by other trades. The Prime contractor is responsible for work delegation between sub-contractors. |
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| On FCA plans page E-701 on the one-line diagram Panel NL1 & a feeder running from (existing) panel LP to panel NL1. On this plan it does not specify if this panel & feeder are existing or new. Please specify this information and if new please provide distance between the panels for the feeder. Panel NL1 and feeder running from the existing panel LP are new (appx#75ft). |
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| On FCA plans page E-101 it shows a new power run from sliding gate operator to (existing panel LP in room 103), we do not see where it specifies room 103 on the plans, can you please clarify where in the building this room is located and a pathway to get to said room. Room 103 is located directly beneath the bell tower which is the location for the new IT room. The pathway is to be determined by the contractor and approved by the COR. |
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| On FCA plans page E-101 detail (D5) there’s a note stating (CARD READER CABLING TO THE GATE PROVIDED BY THE CONTRACTOR.) Can you please clarify if the gate manufacturer will be providing the cable for this detail & that the electrical contractor is to only provide pathways and pull strings? Cable shall be provided by the contractor. |
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| On FCA plans page E-102 detail (C1) it states, “DEMO EXISTING ELECTRICAL DEVICES, WIRE & CONDUIT.” Can you please clarify if the demo of wire & conduit is to the nearest Jbox above the ceiling or if this is needs to be demo’d back all the way to the existing panel. Also please provide approx. device counts to be demo’d & approx. conduit footage to be demo’d. The wire & conduit shall be demoed to the nearest Jbox above the ceiling. |
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| On FCA plans page E-102 detail (C3) “Cable tray plan” please clarify if the cable tray is existing for reference only or if this needs to be provided in the bid. If it needs to be provided as new, please send an installation detail showing how this needs to be installed. Cable trays shall be provided by the contractor. |
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| Can you please provide a specification and or basis of design for the epoxy flooring on this project? Neither the plans or project manual have any information on what system is to be installed. See new Specification 09 67 23 Resinous Flooring |
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| Can the VA please provide the Geotechnical Report for the project? The geotechnical reports are incorporated into the specifications. 31 20 10 .1 & 31 20 10.2 |
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| Can the VA please provide the pre-job sign in sheet? Sign in sheet posted to Sam.gov |
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| Can the VA please confirm that the buildings and surrounding area will be vacated during construction? The maintenance yard & spoils area will be vacated for construction activities |
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| Will the site require Traffic or Pedestrian Control for the Exterior Improvements /Earthwork / Underground work? Traffic & Pedestrian control will be required when those routes are disturbed. IE if trenching is required across a roadway, traffic control will be required. |
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| Can the VA please provide the Asbestos and Lead report for buildings and the area to be demoed or remodeled? These reports are included in the specifications. 02 83 33.13 |
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| Does the VA want to keep or recycle any non hazardous items of materials removed from demolition? Or will all non-hazardous items and materials be allowed to be sent directly to the landfill? All demolished materials are property of the contractor and is the contractors responsibility for disposal. |
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| Will the VA clarify if the Contractor’s Site Superintendent, if duly qualified, may also serve in the roles of SSHO and CQC, or will a separate individual be required for either of these two rolls? If so how much time per week is each required to be on site during construction? I know this has been allowed in the past. For this size of project, a full-time individual would be required to serve in all three roles would be VCI’s recommendation. |
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| Will the VA clarify if the VA or the Contractor will engage the Laboratory Testing for this project? The contractor is responsible per specification 01 45 29 section 1.4A |
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| Will the VA confirm that the majority of this project will be performed during normal working hours and what those hours will be? Construction operations will take place during normal business hours. The contractor may request additional access |
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| Will x-rays be required before saw cutting or coring? The contractor is responsible for the repair of all damaged caused to exiting utilities to the satisfaction of the COR. |
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| Confirm that the VA will be responsible for moving out all existing FFE furniture and Equipment in all areas prior to construction? The contractor is to move all furniture and equipment to the temporary maintenance yard then dispose of all old furniture at the end of the construction period. |
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| Where is the anticipated laydown area for the general contractor, and what are the dimensions of this space? See sheet G-101 of either set of construction plans for the location of the staging area. |
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| Will the contractors and workers be allowed to use the restrooms inside of the building? No. Temporary restrooms are the responsibility of the contractor |
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| Provide as-builts including existing sizes of all beams and columns? See attached drawings of original and remodel plans for the existing Maintenance Building |
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| Will all new data wall locations consist of three (3) Cat 6A cables (1-Blue, 1-White, 1, Gray) per VA Standards? All work shall meet VA standards. |
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| Does low voltage cabling need to be in conduit, or can plenum rated cable be used for low voltage wiring? Low voltage cabling needs to be in conduit. |
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| It is understood construction barriers need to be set up and removed outside of normal work hours. Can demolition that could cause excessive noise be performed during normal working hours? Yes, However the contractor adhere to the Code Of Conduct #1 on the cover of each set of plans. |
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| Will this project need to be phased, or do they have an idea of which part of the project should be completed first? Please see sheet G-101 of the FCA deficiencies project for phasing requirements. The Maintenance facility may be constructed at any time during the POP. |
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| Provide as-builts for the building(s) and surrounding site (utilities). As-builts are not available. All existing known information is included in the construction documents |
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| Provide the firm and point of contact for the mechanical controls , fire, alarm, access control and cctv ? NCA to Provide VA contact if deemed necessary. |
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| Verify that the Owner will be responsible for removing ALL equipment, unbolted furniture, personal effects, etc from the building prior to construction? The contractor is to move all furniture and equipment to the temporary maintenance yard then dispose of all old furniture at the end of the construction period. |
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| Will ICRA be required? If so, has the facilities ICRA team assigned classifications to the affected and adjacent spaces? No ICRA is required. |
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| Due to circumstances beyond our control, the construction industry continues to experience significant volatility, resulting in material lead time delays and unforseen costs of materials in nearly all commodities. How is the VA going to accommodate this if this trend continues? Construction industry trends part of risk associated with construction. However, contractor can submit claims to VA if things happen beyond contractor control. |
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| Will the contractor be allowed to reuse existing straps and hangers for lights, ceiling grid, etc where applicable? No. All hangers will need to be removed and reinstalled to meet current NCA specifications. |
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| Does the building currently have lightning / ground protection and if so who is servicing the existing system? The existing building has lightning / ground protection, service provider is unknown. |
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| Does the VA have a location at the site for the spoils or will this need to be hauled off site? Spoils are to be located in the staging areas or within the LOD. |
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| Will an archeologist or native American specialist be required to be on site during any excavation? If so who will be responsible to pay these persons? No, but if anything is found during excavation that looks suspicious, the contractor must stop excavation and contact the COR. |
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| Does the VA have a preferred Arborist / landscaper it is currently working with at this site? If so can you please provide? No, Contractor may use any licensed arborist/landscaper. |
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| Please confirm the approved locations are to receive a 1" stucco system over CMU. Confirmed |
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| Please also confirm the use of specified 3.4lb. Expanded metal lath over CMU 1" ,Stucco system per code. Confirmed |
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| Detail D4/A-501 shows a 2X6 blocking behind 6” 18-gauge notched backing. General Partition Note #9 - #10/A-001 illustrates metal blocking at metal stud walls to receive equipment more than 50 pounds. Please confirm it is acceptable to omit the wood members at the specified 50 pounds or less locations to receive backing and use a 6-inch 16-gauge notched backing reinforcement at all support elements that exceed 50 pounds. It is OK to remove the wood blocking at locations with equipment under 50 pounds. Wood blocking IS required at locations over 50 pounds. |
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| On C7-C9/S-50, the hold-downs are shown to have a long anchor “DBL Nut w/ 2x2x3/16 PL washer and 5/8 dia. AB” and a “THRD Rod w/ washer Nut” per plan. Please clarify that the concrete subcontractor is to provide and/or install these anchors before pouring. The anchors must be installed prior to concrete pour and poured in place. It is up to the general contractor whom is to purchase and install them prior to the concrete pour. |
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| Please clarify that Keynote #14 on sheet A-103 illustrated term "Clean" is Remodel note #40 on sheet A-001 for new drywall and texture to be painted by others. Keyed note 14 is existing gypsum board that needs to be cleaned and repainted. Keyed note 40 if for locations that require new gypsum board ceilings. They are independent notes for ceilings in different locations. |
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| Please provide Sheet S-305 as mentioned on S-504 Note [6] or correct the illustrated sheet for bearing wall schedule. Also, please confirm that sheet S-102 illustrates the same track and stud series at Rim Track to be 16 gauge per Note [5] F1/S-504 to be used at the exterior framing side of the administration building. | Intent for Note [6] on F1/S-504 is to refer to “BEARING WALL SCHEDULE B9/S-505”. Track and studs at bearing walls and shear walls are to be per F1/S-504 and B9/S505. |
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| Sheet S-504 Note [5] calls for 54 mil. Rim Track with 1-5/8” flanges. Please clarify what “Rim Track” is and provide the locations this is required. Reference to rim track is not applicable for this project. Truss to wall connections are per D1, D5, and A9/S-506, there are no locations with rim tracks. |
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| Will the site require any type of security during the night when contractors are not at the site or during the daytime hours when contractors are on site? We just want to make sure materials and tools will be secure The staging areas are to be secured by the contractor. |
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| Will the VA require us to use any temporary fencing once the existing fencing is removed but before the new fencing can be installed? Yes, the general notes require the installation of temporary fencing after the removal of the permanent fencing and shall remain in place until the completion of the new fencing. |
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| Will the site be open to the public during construction? Yes. |
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| Please clarify if the perimeter walls are to receive stucco per detail F2/A-101. Also, please clarify if Gridlines E-F, Covered Parking location will receive stucco. Only the perimeter privacy walls require stucco. The walls around the covered parking can remain exposed concrete. |
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| Are the water and fuel tanks to be removed in good working condition? If so does the VA want to keep them someplace on site for future use or shall they be disposed of? All work shown to be demolished will become property of the contractor unless otherwise specifically stated within the plans and specifications. |
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| Page CD102 Note # 2.1 - and Note #1 what size is the 125 ft of water line and sanitary sewer and water service lines to be removed and how deep are they buried? The existing water line is anticipated to be a 2” line and buried approximately 3’. The sanitary sewer is 4 and is anticipated to buried from 3’ to 9’. See sheet CD102 for sanitary sewer invert connection elevations. |
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| Please provide the turf species to be repaired at the impacted irrigation locations. Tall Fescue. |
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| Will the 7" x 9" Railroad ties need to be new or used and will they need any special treatments for the retaining wall? New. Ties shall be treated with the standard oil-based creosote treatment. |
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| Can we store any spoils on site or will it all need to be hauled away daily? Spoils may be stored within the LOD or in the designated staging areas. Should spoils be stockpiles, erosion control shall be installed around the perimeter of the pile. |
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| Will contractor have to supply UPS and PDUs and related rack mounted items or will the VA supply this? The VA will provide related rack mounted items. UPS and PDUs are by GC. |
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| Is mech contractor responsible for running ddc lines from nearest point NAC station to units, or will this be performed by the existing VA DDC team? The Prime contractor is responsible for work delegation between sub-contractors. |
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| Does the electrical contractor need to provide cable trays for above ceiling data cabling pathways, or can J hooks be used? Cable trays are required. The Prime contractor is responsible for work delegation between sub-contractors. |
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| Does low voltage cabling need to be in conduit, or can plenum rated cable be used for low voltage wiring? Low voltage cabling needs to be in conduit. |
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| RFI 001: Missing Drawing A101 |
On the cover page of the FCA Correct Deficiencies plan package (G-001), it indicates the inclusion of drawing A101 – Architectural Demolition and Remodel Plans (Base Bid). This drawing is not included in the package. Please provide this drawing for review.
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| RFI 002: Clarification on Signage |
1. C503 F2 Street Sign Panel: On CD101, there is no indication of which aluminum panel signs (notes 4, 5, and 6) are section marker panels and which are street sign panels. Please clarify the distinction between these sign types. Notes 4, 5 & 6 are all sign posts with four sign panels each. Section marker repair notes indicate the replacement of 400 section marker panels.
1. Wayfinding vs. Street Sign Panels: On CD101, Keyed Note 9 references a Wayfinding aluminum panel, while on C503, F2 is titled Street Sign Panel. Are these terms referring to the same item? If not, please provide the locations, quantities, and specific requirements for removing, replacing, and/or fabricating the street sign panels. Keyed note 9 references the following sign panels:
· The wayfinding panel shown F8/CD101, remove and replace panel, quantity 1. See amended construction plans
· The double sided cemetery map shown on F3/CD101, remove and replace panel, relocate posts and collars, and keyed note 3 on sheet C-102, quantity 1. See amended construction plans
1. Signage Schedule: Please provide a detailed schedule outlining which signs need to be newly fabricated and which signs will be reinstalled after cleaning. Include the type and quantity required for each category:
2. Regulatory Signs – Stop 1 per plans
2. Regulatory Signs – Speed Limit 1 per plans
2. Street Sign Panel, 128 sign panels per plans.
2. Wayfinding Panel, 1 per plans
2. Section Marker Panel, 400 per notes
2. Attention Visitors Sign Panel, 1 per plans
2. Cemetery Map, 1 per plans
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| RFI 003: Project Management Software |
Will the VA be utilizing Tririga, Procore, or the new project management software recently introduced? If it is the new software, please provide details on required training, including duration (approximately 16 hours). NCA does not have specific software used for project management.
Is an NPDES permit required for this project? If so, what is the cost of this permit, and is the bidder responsible for paying it? No, a NPDES permit is not required due to the disturbance being less than one acre.
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| RFI 005: Temporary Facilities |
If a trailer or work shed is required, where can we obtain temporary power and water? See sheet G-101 of the FCA deficiency construction plans for temporary water connection location. Temporary power shall be pulled from panel SWBD-505. See FCA Construction plans.
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| RFI 006: Irrigation System |
Is the cemetery’s current irrigation system using potable water? Yes.
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| RFI 007: Photography Permissions |
The specifications contain conflicting information regarding the permission to take photographs. We need to take progress photographs. Are we allowed to take photographs, and under what conditions? Yes, contractor is required to take photographs. However, please be respectful of patrons.
RFI 008: Submittal Materials and Shop Drawings Should submittal materials and shop drawings be shipped to the COR or kept onsite for review?
Can we ship items to the cemetery address, or do we need to use an alternate address?
Please provide the address for submitting samples, shop drawings, test reports, certificates, and manufacturers' literature and data, as this information is currently blank in the specifications. Addresses to be provided after contractor selected. Addresses are in US.
Can we build a mockup in the same location as the permanent item being constructed, considering space and area constraints? Yes
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| RFI 010: Dual Role for Superintendent/QCM |
If the superintendent/QCM is qualified, can they also perform the duties of the Safety Officer? We propose having a qualified CHST/CST inspect site conditions 1-2 times a month and provide a monthly inspection report while the superintendent/QCM handles daily SSHO duties. Is this acceptable? Safety Officer reports directly to the senior project official independent from the QCM.
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| RFI 011: QCM/Superintendent Requirements |
The current requirements for the QCM/superintendent appear to necessitate individuals with advanced degrees. Can this requirement be adjusted or clarified to allow for individuals with relevant experience but without advanced degrees? Please submit individual’s qualifications for approval by VA.
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| RFI 012: Ingress and Egress Restrictions |
Are there any restrictions on when we can receive major deliveries for the job site? Please provide details on allowable times for ingress and egress. The only restrictions would be during services and during cemetery operating hours. Contractor just needs to coordinate with the cemetery director.
Are we permitted to work at night if needed? If so, please outline any specific conditions or restrictions. Off-duty hours occasionally allowed by VA with approval by COR and/or CO. However, this is not the norm.
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| RFI 014: Traffic Control |
Are we allowed to shut down one lane to receive items or perform work in certain areas when necessary? Please provide details on traffic control permissions and restrictions. Yes, Contractor shall provide traffic control signage for all lane closures and coordinate any closures with cemetery staff.
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| RFI 015: OSHA Requirements |
Can an exception be made for the OSHA 10 requirement if the supervisor has a current OSHA 30 certification (within the last 5 years)? Yes
RFI 32 31 19 Decorative Metal Fence & Gates
1.4 Submittals
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| Q1. Manufacture’s literature and Data. Due to fence material and height of fence, there is no manufacture to meet detail design. These panels will need to be custom made by a fence fabrication shop. These fabrications shops do not have literature or data. They will submit shop drawings. Will this be acceptable. Yes |
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| Q2. Delegated design drawings and calculations signed and sealed by responsible design professional. Can this be excluded from specs. Specs nor details calls out any gage size for materials. Yes, submit shop drawings per question 73 above. |
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| Q3. Delivery A Thru C. Can this be excluded from specs since the fence will be made by a fabricator and not a manufacture. Fabrication shop do not package or seal materials. Yes, but any damaged materials will still need to be replaced prior to installation. |
Products
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| Q1. Can engineering be excluded since there are no gage size for materials on specs or details. Yes, submit shop drawings per question 73 above. |
Cantilever Gate
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| Q1. Is the cantilever gate to be made per detail or match fence. Gate shall be constructed with internal pickets as shown in detail C2/C-509 and amended drawings. |
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| Q2. Automated cantilever gate needs to meet UL 325, this requires screen on min pickets space of 2 ¼’’. Please confirm design. Pickets shall be internal and meet UL325 (2 ¼” gap) per specifications. see specifications and amended drawings. |
Gate Operator
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| Q1. Gate operator calls for a Tymetal 2000 or equal. Can we provide Maxcontrol 2200 Pro for equal. Maxcontrol 2200 Pro is a DC motor and is a better product. Tymetal 2000 is a AC motor with no battery back up. Yes Maxcontrol 2200 is an approved alternative. |
Access Controls
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| Q1. Access controls to have one entry card reader with a key open / close switch and one open / close key switch on the secure side of gate. How many key phobs are needed. Contractor shall provide a minimum of 20 phobs. |
Ornamental Metal Fence
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| Q1. Per detail sheet C 505 fence details there are no gage thickness called out. Details call for 10’-6’’ max on center. Normal fence panel size for aluminum is max 6 foot on center. If material is to be 3’’ x 3’’ x 3/16’’ posts, 2’’ x 2’’ x 3/16’’ top and bottom rails and 1’’ x 1’’ x 1/8’’ pickets 4 ½’’ on center max spacing would be 8 foot on center. Please confirm material thickness and posts spacing. See amended drawings for material thickness and spacing. |
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| Q2. We want to confirm the fence panel to be two rail with face welded pinch pickets 41/2’’ on center. Fence panels shall be constructed per specification 32 31 19 section 2.4 |
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| Q3. Gate detail shows four each barrel hinges. Industry standard is 2 hinges. More that two hinges would bind the gate and prevent gate from closing. Please confirm two hinges is acceptable. Two is acceptable. See amended drawings. |
Ornamental Metal Fence
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| Q1. On sheet C506 detail D9 Fence posts at Wilshire Blvd. Detail shows 3’’ posts over a round 2 3/8 OD post with flat plate. Existing posts seem to be 2 inch square posts. Are we to sleeve over this. Existing posts are 2” sq. see amended detail |
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| Q2. Please confirm size of existing posts on Wilshire Blvd. Existing posts are 2” sq. |
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| Q3.Due to the fence posts being aluminum and existing post being steel this posses a concern of Rapped Corrosion from the two different materials. Should steel posts to be used for the Wilshire Blvd location. Yes. See amended drawings |
Composite Wood Fence
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| Q1. Specs seem to be calling out same material as the picket fence specs, Details also do not match picture for fence. Can we price Trex Fencing. This material is 50 % wood, 50% Plastic. Product is 95 % recycled material. Please detail attached. Specifications have been revised with section E removed. Image F7/C-504 is representative only, fence shall be constructed per detail. Trex is an approved alternative, shop drawings shall be submitted for approval should the installation details differ from provided detail. |
RFI 32 31 13 Chain Link Fence Part 2 Products
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| Q1. Please confirm all posts and hardware to be powder coated. Confirmed. |
Q2. What is Grade SK – 40 A mean. Schedule 40
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| Q3. Please confirm chain link fabric to be 3 ½’’ x 5’’ and not 2’’ per spec. 3 ½” x 5”is confirmed |
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| Q4. Please confirm the chain link fabric to be PVC coated. Yes, See specification 32 31 13 Section 2.2 |
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| Q5. Please confirm that the chain link fabric A392 Zinc coating to be standard class 1, 1.2 oz. before PVC Coating and not class 2, 2.oz. Class 2 is not available in PVC coating. Correct, standard class 1 is acceptable. |
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| Q6. Please confirm chain link with privacy plastic slats only come in knuckle selvedge is acceptable. Confirmed |
Q7. Due to height of the chain link fence with privacy slats being 8 ft and 10 ft post space is recommended min 8 foot on center and not 10 foot on center per detail. 8’ O.C. is preferred. See amended drawings
