36E77619B0003-0003001.pdf

36E77619B0003 CONSTRUCT TWO NEW GREEN HOMES 5 & 6 - DANVILLE TECHNICAL QUESTIONS AND VA RESPONSE TRACKING SHEET

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1. 1-29-19 2-22-19 Section 11 73 00 pertains to Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift System. Will the Government accept the EZ WAY CL650 and CL1000 patient lifts and tracks as an approved equivalent?

Information provided to determine if this product would meet the specifications was insufficient.

Request is denied.

2. 1-30-19 2-22-19 Can Prism Medical C-625 and C-1000 Patient Lifts, manufactured and installed by Handicare, be considered an approved vendor for Section 11 73 00?

Yes, Handicare’s submittal shows that the products recommended are capable of meeting the performance requirements of the specification.

3. 2-4-19 2-22-19 Question regarding Specification section 22 07 11 3.4 schedule lists (Ice water piping) 40-60 degree. Is it the intent of the specification to not insulate the domestic Cold water within the building with exception of Ice water?

Domestic cold water services do not require insulation.

4. 2-5-19 2-22-19 Please clarify the insulation requirements for the ventilation insulation in the attic space.

Specification 23 07 11 3.2 A 3.a & b - specifies Fiberglass board insulation in attics for Supply air and return air.

Specification 23 07 11 3.2 B 3.a - specifies Fiberglass wrap insulation in attics for Supply air.

Specification 23 07 11 3.2 B 4.a - specifies Fiberglass wrap insulation In attics (where not subject to damage) for return air.

Is the insulation requirement for the attic area to be Fiberglass wrap 1 lb. density or Fiberglass board 3 lb.

density?

Fiberglass blanket insulation is acceptable.

Provide 2” thick as specified. Minimum insulation performance is R-6 as per ASHRAE

90.1 6.8.2.2

5. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Several subcontractors have called with interest in the project but they are not AISC Certified as required by the specifications. Is this something that can be waived for both projects so that we can obtain competitive pricing?

This specification requirement will not be waived.

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6. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Is project Tax Exempt? No, this is not exempt of sales tax. Contractors are required to pay sales and excise tax. Offerors shall include all applicable taxes in accordance with FAR by Reference Clause 52.229-3 “Federal, State and Local Taxes.”

However, All bids received in response to this solicitation are presumed to reflect any tax benefit that may be offered by the State of Illinois. Please reference solicitation section Instructions, Conditions, and Other Statements to Bidders concerning Illinois State Sales Tax Exemption. It is the responsibility of the contractor to contact the State of Illinois in order to determine what tax breaks, if any, are available.

7. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Is a separate SSHO required? See attachment revised Specification section 01 35 26, Safety Requirements dated November 13, 2018. This revised document replaces the version in the solicitation dated November 21, 2017 in its entirety. The designated Site Safety & Health Officer, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager may be the same person if he/she is qualified for each position.

8. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Is LEED required and if so, is the A/E setting up and managing LEED?

No, LEED is not required.

9. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Is COBIE required? No, COBIE is not required.

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10. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Are there any “sole source” items besides ARJO patient lifts?

This solicitation is considered a Brand Name or Equal requirement. Although, Section 11 73 00 Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift Systems does cite Sole Source Item ARJO, please be advised that

2.1 Basis of design states that, “Similar equivalent

systems by other patient lift and track manufacturers shall be subject to product review and approved by the VA prior to bidding.”

11. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Is commissioning the responsibility of the contractor? The contractor shall provide information and access as required for the Commissioning Agent to fulfill his contractual obligations. Per Section 019100 General Commissioning Requirements, See Paragraph 1.2 Contractual Relationships.

Specification Section 01 91 00 paragraph 1.8 addresses the Commissioning Team. The Contractor is responsible for appointing the Contractor’s Commissioning Manager and Contractor’s Commissioning Representatives(s) for the team. The VA is responsible for appointing the Commissioning Agent.

12. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Are BIM coordination drawings required? No

13. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Are BIM AutoCAD as builts required or just red lines? The Contractor is responsible for providing red lines to the contract drawings.

14. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Are bids to be emailed or delivered in person? Offerors shall submit their bids via mail or drop their bids off in person. Please reference Solicitation section 2.8 BID SUBMISSION for more detailed instructions.

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15. 2-6-19 2-22-19 The documents say “bid according to soil borings” does this mean “differing site conditions” if encountered during earthwork will be considered as an extra?

No, this means bid according to the soil borings.

Should differing site conditions be encountered during earthwork, it should be immediately reported to the COR. Differing site conditions doesn’t necessarily imply there will be extra cost.

16. 2-6-19 2-22-19 With regard to the Physical Access Control Solution / Electronic Security System/ Security Management System.

1. What is the current vendor solution in place at Danville? (Software House / Genetec/ Other)

2. Will this be a stand-alone Security Solution based on Specs?

Barcom Security is the current VAIHCS campus-wide vendor security solution. This system will be tied-in with the VAIHCS campus-wide system and not a stand-alone system.

17. 2-6-19 2-22-19 With regard to the Fire Alarm System the Spec gives requirement of the system.

Does it or will it connect into the existing Simplex 4100 System?

Will the Fire Alarm System be a stand-alone solution for these buildings?

Refer to questions 18 & 30.

18. 2-6-19 2-22-19 Is a Siemens Desigo Fire Alarm System an acceptable product for this project?

No. VAIHCS has a campus-wide Tyco SimplexGrinnell fire alarm system.

19. 2-7-19 2-22-19 There are several hardware sets referenced on door schedule but, do not appear in the hardware spec.

Hardware sets missing are 02.1, 10.1, 06.2. Please advise.

Door hardware set 02.1 shall be the same as 02.

Door hardware Set 6.2 shall be Omitted Door hardware Set 10.1 shall be the same as 10.

20. 2-7-19 2-22-19 Door C201 @ Courage building does not have door, frame or hardware scheduled. Please advise. Same applies to door I201 @ Independence building.

Hollow metal door and Frame with hardware set # 15.

21. 2-7-19 2-22-19 What are the individual door sizes of each of the unequal leaves @ door #C114 & #C117A? It appears the active leaf is around 4’ wide.

The overall door opening is 5’10” the active leaf should be 3’6” and the inactive shall be 2’4”

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22. 2-7-19 2-22-19 All doors are scheduled as 2” thickness but, hollow metal & wood door spec say 1 ¾” thickness unless otherwise shown. Please confirm door thickness for all doors.

All doors shall be 1 3/4".

23. 2-7-19 2-22-19 Are the two buildings supposed to be identical but mirror one another?

Follow the plans and specifications for each individual house. The layouts of the two building mostly mirror each other, but there are some minor layout differences like the rooms c116 and i116. Also, some of the door, hardware, fixture, and finish schedules differ. One of the houses will be used for a patient group that has more stringent requirements, so you need to look at the specific requirements for each house.

24. 2-7-19 2-22-19 There are small differences in the door schedule. There is 1 more opening on the Independence building compared to the courage building, different door sizes and different hardware sets on a few doors. Please advise.

Follow the plans and specifications for each individual house. The layouts of the two building mostly mirror each other, but there are some minor layout differences like the rooms c116 and i116. Also, some of the door, hardware, fixture, and finish schedules differ. One of the houses will be used for a patient group that has more stringent requirements, so you need to look at the specific requirements for each house.

25. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Please confirm that the qualified Superintend cannot serve as the SSHO required to be onsite per specifications?

See attachment revised Specification section 01 35 26, Safety Requirements dated November 13, 2018. This revised document replaces the version in the solicitation dated November 21, 2017 in its entirety. The designated Site Safety & Health Officer, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager may be the same person if he/she is qualified for each position.

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26. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Will SSHO be required to be onsite for full time designated to only one project?

The SSHO shall conduct frequent and regular inspections daily per the contract. No specific amount of time is specified.

27. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Please confirm that this project will be tax exempt? Reference answer to Question #6.

28. 2-8-19 2-22-19 What is the anticipated NTP date for this project? The anticipated NTP date will be 2-4 weeks from the contract award date. Award is anticipated late early/mid April.

29. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Will the government accept the use of the industry leading Procore Project Management software as the primary submittal and data tracking tool for this project?

The software is compatible with the VA’s networks and is currently in use at many VA locations.

Specifications Section 01 33 24, Electronic Submittal Procedures, paragraph 5 states the requirements for the web-based service. After contract award, paragraph 6.B. states the Contractor may submit any service meeting these requirements for approval. If the software proposed meets the specification requirements, it will be approved. As noted in the paragraph 6.C., Submittal Exchange is the only pre-approved service for this solicitation.

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30. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Does the Government have a fire alarm servicer and DDC controls that they currently work with in other parts of the facility that this new building would have to tie in to?

Yes, VAIHCS has a fire alarm servicer and DDC controls integrator for tie-ins to these campus-wide systems. The contacts are as follows:

Fire Alarm – Eric Podzielinski, (317)826-2130, Tyco SimplexGrinnell

DDC Controls – Kyle Arnold, (317)578-9860, Conserv Building Automation Systems

See attachment revised specification section 23 09 23, Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC (dated 2/19) paragraph 1.1.C.1. for revised requirement to tie HVAC controls in to VAIHCS Building Management System network.

31. 2-8-19 2-22-19 What is the name and contact information of the person or persons that will need to be coordinated with for DDC Controls, security and fire alarm tie-ins?

Contact persons for DDC controls, Security and Fire Alarm tie-ins are as follows:

DDC Controls – Kyle Arnold, (317)578-9860, Conserv Building Automation Systems

Security – Joe Mueller, (618)277-3344, Barcom Security;

Fire Alarm – Eric Podzielinski, (317)826-2130, Tyco SimplexGrinnell.

32. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Will government pay for any material testing that may be required?

The Contractor is responsible for material testing as part of the contract. The Contractor needs to consider these costs as part of their bid.

33. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Who is responsible for the location and mapping all underground site utilities?

The Contractor is responsible for the location and mapping all underground site utilities.

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34. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Due to current potentially significant tariffs being placed on the importation of building materials such as wood or steel by the current Presidential Executive Branch, if a tariff is placed after bid time and before award will the government consider a price escalation on a contract value for products such as steel or wood should the executive branch levee tariffs effecting such materials?

Most of these materials would still have been Buy American compliant as the tariffs would increase pricing on all steel or wood materials, regardless of origin.

No, a price escalation will not be considered.

35. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room i126 North Wall does not call for CT3. Please clarify as 2/AS803 calls for CT2 on half walls.

Wet Wall (Ref 1/303) at north showers 1- piece enclosure.

36. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room i126 East, South and West walls do not call for CT2 but do call for CT3. Elevation 2/AS803 calls for CT2 and not CT3.

Please clarify.

Both CT2 and CT3 noted on 2/AS803. For partial walls, refer to 2/AS803 per Note 11.

37. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room c126 East, South and West walls do not call for CT2 but do call for CT3. Elevation 1/AS803 calls for CT2 and not CT3.

Please clarify.

Same as #36

38. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room c126 North Wall does not call for CT3. Please clarify as 2/AS803 calls for CT2 on half walls.

Same as #36

39. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room c122 3/AS803 - The two tile walls do not call for paint. The finish schedule calls for paint on these walls please clarify. Assuming c122 and i122 are to be the same. 12/AS622 shows a half height wall in the SPA. Are the walls half height or full height?

Wet Wall at toilet to be 1/AS803 (East) South Wall to be 2/AS803

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40. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - All bathrooms call for SV3 with SV2 integral base. These two sheet vinyls are by different manufacturers. Johnsonite has stated this is not an approved installation. Awaiting call from Nora.

(096516-3.3-G)

Use flooring Manufacturer’s Standard integral Base Per 09 64 16, Resilient Sheet Flooring.

41. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room i126 and c126 – Room Finish Schedule (AS803) have Note 11. No P4 is listed in 1/AS803. Please clarify.

P3 or P4 is provided above tile at wainscot.

42. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Rooms i122, c122, i126 and c126. Is there a pattern for the 12x12 floor tile? No floor pattern shown in 3/AS803.

1/4 turn, no pattern, align edges of tile similar to a stacked bond.

43. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Dining 302 in Courage is not listed on the finish schedule. Please clarify finishes for this area.

Finish to match i102

44. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Room c106B calls for B2 base, is this correct?

Use B1

45. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - Corridor 332 – Courage is not on the finish schedule. Please provide finishes.

Finish to match i132

46. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Finish Schedule (AS803) - 5/AS621 shows glass tile on a cabinet face and note ‘SEE FINISH SCHEDULE’.

AS803 makes no mention of glass tile on cabinet faces.

Please clarify.

Use GWT 1 to Match Backsplash.

47. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-1.2-C mentions carpet. There is no carpet listed on AS803. Please clarify.

Omit all references to Carpet in this project.

48. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.1-F There are no trim shapes for glass mosaics, what outside corner trim is to be used?

Use metal trim at glass tile.

49. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.7 Please select grout. Only Mapei Flexcolor is noted on AS803. Assume one color and one type of grout throughout project? Please clarify.

GR-1 for all locations.

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50. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.8 mentions self-levelling. Will self-levelling be required?

Product only required if necessary to achieve level floors.

51. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.9 No marble listed on AS803, can this section be removed?

Provide at i126, i118, i127, i128, c 126, c128, c118, c129.

52. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.10 This section does not match Schluter Schiene selected on AS803. Please clarify.

Schluter or equal to be provided per AS803

53. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.13 No mortar bed shown on plans. Is this required?

Not required

54. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-2.14 Where is this to be used?

At all tile because no waterproofing or crack isolation in specifications.

As required per Best practices ANSI 108.1

55. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.3-B No mortar beds on plans.

Where is this to be used?

Same as #53.

56. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.3-E-1 Are unit bathrooms to be considered wet areas?

Yes

57. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.5 Marble thresholds – none shown on drawings. Please clarify.

Same as 51

58. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.6 No quarry tile floors. Please clarify.

Quarry tiles omitted from project.

59. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-C No mortar beds shown on plans. Please clarify.

Same as #53

60. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-D-2 No quarry tile on project. Please clarify.

Same as #58

61. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-D-3 No pools shown on plans. Please clarify.

No Pool.

62. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-D-4 Please clarify elastomeric membrane.

Not Required.

63. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-D-8 No pools shown on plans. Please clarify.

Same as #61

64. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-D-9 Is organic adhesive acceptable setting material?

No.

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65. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-E-10-b mosaic tiles are usually mesh mounted, is the mesh mounter factory joint acceptable if greater than 1/16”?

Yes.

66. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.7-E-10-c No quarry tile listed on AS803. Please clarify.

Same as #58

67. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.12-A-2 No quarry tile on AS803. Please clarify.

Same as #58

68. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 093013-3.12-A-3 No pools on plans.

Please clarify.

Same as #58

69. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - No waterproofing or crack isolation called for in specifications. Is this correct?

Provide as required per Best practices ANSI 108.1.

70. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 096513-2.2-B No carpet shown on plans, is straight base required elsewhere?

At Millwork See AS803.

71. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 096516-3.3-L Schluter Schiene (AS803) does not require lead anchors and screws.

Install per Manufacturers recommendations.

72. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 096519 No resilient tile shown on AS803. Please clarify.

Only resilient sheet flooring as noted on AS803.

73. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Specifications - 096800 There is no carpet listed on AS803, please clarify.

Same as #47

74. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Reference Dwg AS131 Courage First Floor Plan, and AS803 Room Finish Schedules: There are two (2) rooms missing on the Room Finish Schedule for the Courage home: Rm#302 Dining, and Rm#332 Corridor. Please add these to the Room Finish Schedule or provide the finishes and notes for each of these rooms.

See previous Response #43 and #45.

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75. 2-8-19 2-22-19 Reference Spec 08 71 00 page 9, subsection 2.4.B.2.a and b under Locks and Latches: Did you mean to make this a sole source device? We are having trouble getting competitive bidders to price the hardware on this project due to this “No Substitutions”. And the other project bidding on the same campus (New Inpatient Mental Health Bldg) does not have this requirement in its specifications. Please clarify if industry standard equals are acceptable for the Locks and Latches.

Remove “No Substitutions” from Specifications 08 71 00 paragraph 2.4.B.2.

76. 2-8-19 2-22-19 The plumbing vents as shown has no vents for each water closet (toilet) or floor drain. I believe this will cause you problems if installed as per design. The equipment page PP501 has vents shown in the dialogue but they are not shown in the vent diagram on Pl421.

Please advise!

Project utilizes vertical wet venting method as described in IPS 2015 912.1.1. Provide venting as indicated on plumbing plans, work, and isometrics. Traps are not to be individually vented unless indicated otherwise on plans.

77. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Specification call for Rauland Responder IV - Product is past End of Life and parts are no longer available. Which current Rauland Nurse Call system shall be used for these 10-bed facilities?

Rauland responder 5000.

78. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Is integration of Alphanumeric Pocket Pager and associated infrastructure required for this project?

No. System only needs to have interface capability. Refer to specification 275223.2.1.E.

79. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Is the design intent to provide Pillow Speakers in Patient Rooms for TV Control?

Yes. Refer to spec section 275223.2.4.A.G.5.a.

80. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Is integration to Public Address system required for this project? (There are no paging speakers shown on project drawings)

No. Public Address is not part of the Scope of Work.

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81. 2-11-19 2-22-19 IF the Rauland Responder 5 solution is required:

1. Is HL7 integration to the nurse call required for this project?

2. Is Wireless Device Integration (phones) required for this project?

3. Are System Activity Reports required for this project?

1. Refer to Specification 275223.2.4.D.3 for HL7 requirements.

2. Refer to Specification 275223.2.4.D.4, 275223.2.4.D.5, & 275225.2.4.D.6 for Wireless requirements.

3. Refer to Specification section 275223.2.4.K for report requirements.

82. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Is the design intent for the Nurse Call Vendor to provide the Rauland Responder 5 Software Enhancement Suite as shown below?

- Interface – Telephone

- PC Console (Responder 5 Apps)

- Staff Assignment Client

- Reports Manager

- Interface - Location (RTLS)

- Interface - HL7 (ADT)

- Interface - Staff Assignment

Enhancement Suite not required.

83. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Will the Customer (VA) be providing the required Server hardware and network infrastructure to support these R5 Software Suites?

Not required.

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84. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Video Surveillance System - the AXIS camera model listed in Green Homes specification (P3344-VE) is discontinued and the manufacturer's suggested replacement model is P3375-VE:

1. Is this product substitution acceptable?

2. Can you please verify that the manufacturer of the existing Campus-wide Video Surveillance system is S2 Security?

3. Are the (2) cameras for this project to be installed as an extension of the existing Campus-wide S2 Video Surveillance system?

4. Is the design intent of this project to have these cameras recorded via LAN on existing S2 Network Video Recorder (NVR)?

5. Is the required S2 Camera Connection licensing to be included in bid pricing?

1. Axis P3375-VE is an acceptable camera replacement for discontinued Basis of Design.

2. S2 is the security system and March is the video system. All cameras need to be compatible with current March NVRs.

3. Yes. These 2 cameras are an extension of the current system.

4. These cameras need to be recorded on a March NVR that returns to Police Service in Bldg 102 on the current VA network.

5. Yes, licensing needs to be included in the bid pricing.

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85. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Access Control System - the Manufacturer's records indicate that the Software Upgrade and Support Program (SUSP) agreement for the existing campus-wide S2 Access Control system expired in January of 2017. The addition of card readers for the Green Homes Project as well as the current 25-bed In-Patient Mental Health project may require expansion of the system portal capacity. That expansion cannot be done without prior renewal of the expired SUSP:

1. Can you please verify the total number of remaining open portals on the existing S2 system?

2. IF the remaining capacity for expansion is less than 64 portals:

3. Should the project bid include SUSP Renewal pricing?

4. Should the project bid include portal expansion module(s) as required for the current projects?

1. No open portals. The portal capacity will need to be expanded. Include pricing for this in bid.

2. IF statement, not a question.

3. Yes, the bid shall include SUSP Renewal pricing.

4. Yes, the bid shall include portal expansion modules.

86. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - On previous projects the specifications stated that all personnel working on VA property are required to complete VA Privacy training.

Please clarify if this will be a requirement as all work will be conducted on a new build outside of Patient Care areas with no access to sensitive materials.

Yes, VA Privacy training is required. The training simply involves reading a two-page document and signing an acknowledgment form.

This takes approximately 5 minutes to complete

87. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.5.A.1 CNST. SECURITY REQS. - Security Procedures states: General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge.

Please clarify that a background check and fingerprinting to obtain a badge will be required for this project.

Yes, the VA will issue each contractor employee a badge.

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88. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.5.A.3 CNST. SECURITY REQS. - Security Procedures states: No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting Officer.

Please clarify if professional photographs will be required on the project

A professional photographer is required for this project. See specifications section 01 00 00 paragraph 1.31 and section 01 91 00 paragraph

3.9 for where professional photographer photographs are specified.

89. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.31.A Final Elevation - states: A minimum of four (4) images of each elevation shall be taken with a minimum 6 MP camera, by a professional photographer with different settings to allow the COR to select the image to be printed. All images are provided to the COR on a CD.

Please clarify if GC will be permitted to take progress photos during all phases of construction for contract documentation and if “written permission” or a camera pass will be required.

Progress Photos not required see Section General Requirements 010000 Paragraph 1.30. The GC will be permitted to take progress photos during all phases of the project upon requesting and obtaining written permission from the COR.

90. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.5.B.1 CNST. SECURITY REQS. - Key Control states: The General Contractor shall provide duplicate keys and lock combinations to the Contracting officers representative (COR) for the purpose of security inspections of every area of project including tool boxes and parked machines and take any emergency action.

Please clarify that GC will be required to provide COR only keys for access to GC/Subs tool boxes and equipment.

The GC will not be required to provide COR keys for access to GC/Subs tool boxes and equipment.

The COR will request access to any items requiring security inspection through the GC’s project superintendent.

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91. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - On previous projects the specifications stated that vehicle authorization request shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and such request shall be submitted 24 hours before the date and time of access.

Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies. And, separate permits shall be issued for General Contractor and its employees for parking in designated areas only.

Please clarify if all vehicles (delivery, company, personal, etc.) entering the VA Illiana grounds need to be fully insured and legally registered and if GC and Subcontractors be required to obtain parking permits.

No parking permits are required on VAIHCS campus.

92. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - On previous projects the specifications stated that before construction operations begin, Contractor was to provide a chain link construction fence around the construction area with gates as required for access with necessary hardware, including hasps and padlocks.

Please confirm that there is NO temporary/construction fence required for this project other than what is specified in SECTION 02 41 00 - DEMOLITION, 1.3

PROTECTION (B).

Before construction operations begin, Contractor shall provide a chain link construction fence, six feet minimum height, around the construction area indicated on the drawings. Provide gates as required for access with necessary hardware, including hasps and padlocks. Fasten fence fabric to terminal posts with tension bands and to line posts and top and bottom rails with tie wires spaced at maximum 375mm (15 inches). Bottom of fences shall extend to 25mm (one inch) above grade. Remove the fence when directed by COR.

93. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.6.F.2 OPERATIONS & STORAGE AREAS

- states: Schedule delivery of materials and equipment to immediate construction working areas within buildings in use by Department of Veterans Affairs in quantities sufficient for not more than two work calendar days.

Provide unobstructed access to VA Facility areas required to remain in operation.

Please clarify if this pertains to only existing VA Bldgs.

(e.g., Warehouse B19) for temporary storage.

Since the two new facilities under construction are not in use by the VA, there isn’t a limit on the quantities of material and equipment stored on the project site. The Contractor shall provide unobstructed access to VA Facility areas that will remain in operation: Bldgs. 60, 128, 129, 130, and 131.

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94. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.9.B PROTECTION OF EXISTING

VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIP., UTILITIES,

AND IMPROVEMENTS - states: A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is required for this project. The Contractor is considered an "operator" under the permit and has extensive responsibility for compliance with permit requirements.

VA shall make the permit application available at the (appropriate VA Facility) office.

Please clarify if VA is responsible for maintaining the NPDES permit documentation for employing Best Management Practices (BMP’s) only, and that a SWPPP is not required for this project.

The Contractor is responsible for maintaining the construction storm water permit (NPDES permit) documentation for the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

95. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - 1.12 PROFESSIONAL SURVEYING

SERVICES - Please confirm if the pads will require certification prior to placement of footings and slabs on grade.

Yes, pads will require certification prior to placement of footings and slabs on grade.

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96. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 35 26 - 1.3.A REGULATORY REQS. - states: In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with 29 CFR 1926, comply with 29 CFR 1910 as incorporated by reference within 29 CFR 1926, comply with ASSE A10.34, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards for resolution before starting work. Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern except with specific approval and acceptance by the COR.

Please confirm that as the “US Army Corps of Engineers” is referenced directly it would appear that elements of the EM385-1-1 are utilized for the ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP) and ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA) will the Three Phases of Control (Preparatory Phase, Initial Phase and Follow-up Phase) be implemented for each Definable Feature Of Work (DFOW) associated with the individual AHA activity by Division and related work by Section in each Division.

See attachment revised Specification section 01 35 26, Safety Requirements dated November 13, 2018. This revised document replaces the version in the solicitation dated 05/2016. Follow what is specifically required in this specification in paragraphs 1.4 and 1.5 for the Accident Prevention Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis. The US Army Corps of Engineers web site is simply referenced as a location example of where electronic AHA forms can be found.

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97. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 35 26 - 1.4.B.f.2 SAFETY - states: Mandatory training and certifications that are applicable to this project (e.g., explosive actuated tools, crane operator, rigger, crane signal person, fall protection, electrical lockout/NFPA 70E, machine/equipment lockout, confined space) and any requirements for periodic retraining/recertification are required.

Please confirm that mandatory documented training and valid certification(s) shall be required for any contractor or subcontractor employee delegated “competent person” (CP) or third-party contracted CSP or CSHT required by OSHA 29 CFR 1926, 1926.500 and 1910 Standards.

Yes, mandatory documented training and valid certification(s) shall be required for any contractor or subcontractor employee delegated “competent person” (CP) or third-party contracted CSP or CSHT required by OSHA 29 CFR 1926,

1926.500 and 1910 Standards.

98. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 35 26 - 1.4.B.g.1.2 SAFETY & HEALTH INSPECTIONS - states: (1) Specific assignment of responsibilities for a minimum daily job site safety and health inspection during periods of work activity: Who shall conduct (e.g., “Site Safety and Health CP”), proof of inspector’s training/qualifications, when inspections shall be conducted, procedures for documentation, deficiency tracking system, and follow-up procedures.

(2) Any external inspections/certifications that shall be required (e.g., contracted CSP or CSHT) Please confirm that all internal inspections can be performed by the prime contractor’s “Site Safety and Health CP”, and any/all “external inspections/certifications” shall be conducted by a third-party contracted CSP or CSHT.

Yes, all internal inspections can be performed by the prime contractor’s “Site Safety and Health CP”, and any/all “external inspections/certifications” shall be conducted by a third-party contracted CSP or CSHT.

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99. 2-11-19 2-22-19 06 17 53 - 2.10.A.1.2 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL -

states: Contractor shall engage a qualified special inspector to perform special inspections. (1) Provide special inspector with access to fabricator's documentation of detailed fabrication and quality-control procedures that provide a basis for inspection control of the workmanship and the fabricator's ability to conform to approved construction documents and referenced standards. (2) Provide special inspector with access to places where wood trusses are being fabricated to perform inspections.

3.3(A) FIELD QUALITY CONTROL - Special Inspections states: Contractor shall engage a qualified special inspector to perform special inspections to verify that temporary installation restraint/bracing and the permanent individual truss member restraint/bracing are installed in accordance with the approved truss submittal package.

Please confirm if it is acceptable for the same “qualified special inspector” to provide services both in the fabrication facility and in the field. Additionally, does the individual need to conform to 2012 IBC Code Standards specifically IBC 1704. And, will inspections still be required where the work is done on the premises of a fabricator registered and approved to perform such work without “special inspection”?

The same individual may perform the facility and field inspections.

Yes, the 2012 IBC Code Standards must be followed.

Facility inspection is not required if facilities have documentation showing that they are approved to perform work without special inspection.

100. 2-11-19 2-22-19 06 10 00 - Please confirm if special inspections are required for either interior or exterior sheathing at shear wall and diaphragm nailing assemblies checking spacing and depth.

All special inspections required by IBC are required for the nailing assemblies.

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101. 2-11-19 2-22-19 06 10 00 - Please confirm that as VA Seismic Design Requirements, H-18-8 has Danville VAMC rated as Seismicity Level “Low” will pull-testing on HDU’s, threaded rod or embeds be required. If yes, please provide the criteria required for testing.

5% (minimum of 2) of all HDU’s shall be tested for the design load.

102. 2-11-19 2-22-19 10 14 00 - Please provide Signage Specifications and Drawings relevant to the project.

The specification section referenced in this question, 10 14 00, is not part of the project specifications since the VA will be purchasing signage separate from this contract.

103. 2-11-19 2-22-19 AS231 - Keynote G16 is found in Detail 2/AS231, but lacks a description of the item.

Please clarify what this note is calling attention to.

Omit all references to G16

104. 2-11-19 2-22-19 SOW - Please confirm that the Prime is responsible for the SWPPP plan to include the Erosion & Soil control plan as a part of this package as there is a significant cost to this scope.

Yes, the Prime is responsible for the SWPPP plan to include the Erosion & Soil control plan.

105. 2-11-19 2-22-19 SOW - We assume that there will be a restriction to afterhours work on this project as it is next to two Veteran Housing facilities. Please advise.

All work must be completed within normal business working hours unless pre-approved by VA COR. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding Federal Holidays.

106. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 00 00 - Please confirm the extent of the temporary construction fencing for this project.

Does the VA require any other temporary construction measures in between the construction site and the existing Veteran homes?

See Question # 92

107. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 35 26 - Please confirm that the Prime will have to employ an SSHO as part of the Prime staff that is full-time.

See Question #7

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108. 2-11-19 2-22-19 QUALITY CONTROL - We did not see a Quality Control spec section as we've seen on the other $5- 10MM SDVSOB contracts.

Is the prime required to have a full-time QCM on the job that might share duties as either the Superintendent or SSHO? We typically see two or more prime SDVSOB personnel required for these magnitude projects.

See attachment revised Specification section 01 35 26, Safety Requirements dated November 13, 2018. This revised document replaces the version in the solicitation dated November 21, 2017 in its entirety. The designated Site Safety & Health Officer, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager may be the same person if he/she is qualified for each position.

109. 2-11-19 2-22-19 01 91 00 - Please confirm that the prime is required to have the Commissioning Manager (CxM) for this project as it carries significant cost?

Specification Section 01 91 00 paragraph 1.8 addresses the Commissioning Team. The Contractor is responsible for appointing the Contractor’s Commissioning Manager and Contractor’s Commissioning Representatives(s) for the team. The VA is responsible for appointing the Commissioning Agent.

110. 2-11-19 2-22-19 06 17 53 - SF201/02 SI002 - Please confirm if fire rated trusses need to be provided.

Fire rated trusses are required.

111. 2-11-19 2-22-19 06 10 00 - AS501 / SF101 - Detail 4/AS501 & 6/AS501 call for the use of 3/4" Exterior Sheathing. Drawing SF101 Wood Wall Schedule calls for the use of 7/16" Exterior Sheathing.

Please clarify if 7/16" or 3/4" sheathing should be utilized.

7/16” is required for structural design. 3/4” was used in the wall sections as required to create a flush surface between the plaster and thin masonry veneer system and the lap siding finish above. This would be subject to the contractor’s means and methods. 7/16” would be acceptable if the resulting exterior wall finishes are aligned as shown on the drawings.

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112. 2-11-19 2-22-19 11 79 13 - Please provide the basis of design manufacturer, size, and drawings indicating the installation of the Hydrotherapy Equipment.

11 79 13 - Please provide the basis of design manufacturer, size, and drawings indicating the installation of the Hydrotherapy Equipment. The VA will be providing the SPA tub for installation by the Contractor for each building. At this time, the VA has not selected a manufacturer and size yet. Contractor shall install the plumbing and electrical service connections as indicated on the drawings

113. 2-11-19 2-22-19 05 12 00 - 1.3.A Quality Assurance - States "Work shall be fabricated in an AISC Certified category std fabrication plant.

Please advise if the AISC certification is not a requirement for this project.

This specification requirement will not be waived.

114. 2-11-19 2-22-19 32 90 00 - Please provide additional information or clarify Bioswale planting locations, sizes, and varieties.

Bioswale planting are shown on LP101, with layout information on CS101. Plants should be plugs.

115. 2-11-19 2-22-19 The Drawings show Air and Moisture Barrier under the windows but not on top of the windows. Also, there is no Specification for Air and Moisture Barrier. Please advise.

See Typical Wall Section 4/AS501 Continuous Air and Moisture barrier shall be provided to create a continuous and complete air and moisture barrier at all exterior walls and roof.

1 inch rigid polystyrene insulation sealed at joints with manufactures recommended tape and flexible flashing is to be installed as required to maintain the continuous and complete air and moisture barrier.

See specification Section 07 13 26 Air and Moisture Barrier Insulation and Flashing added as an attachment to this response.

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116. 2-11-19 2-22-19 There is a Specification for Bituminous Dampproofing Section 07 11 13 but the Drawings do not show Bituminous Dampproofing. Please advise.

See wall sections AS/501. Dampproofing shall be applied to all foundations as required to stop moisture from rising to the sill plates.

117. 2-11-19 2-22-19 Since the VA did not show the Inline Legionella Monitoring System in their equipment list on the Green Home Project.

Does the VA have a preference of type, manufacturer or specifications for this item?

See attachment revised Specification section 22 11 00, Facility Water Distribution System (dated 2/19). Paragraph 2.10, Water Monitoring System, was added to address the Inline Legionella Monitoring System requirements.

118. 2-11-19 2-22-19 The Japanese Tree Lilac is shown in the Plant Schedule on Drawing Number LP101, Planting Plan, as a B&B plant with no height shown. Please advise.

Tree Lilacs should be 10’-12’ ht., multi-trunk.

119. 2-11-19 2-22-19 The American Arborvitae is shown In the Plant Schedule on Drawing Number LP101, Planting Plan, as a 5-gallon container size, but a 6’-7' height. A 6’-7' tall Arborvitae would require a much larger container or B&B size than 5 gallons. Please advise.

6’-7’ ht. is what is desired.

120. 2-14-19 2-22-19 Door Type G2 – Door schedule and Specifications call for aluminum clad wood door with manufacturer’s standard hardware. Pella, Marvin, and WeatherShield use residential grade hardware as standard offerings. Is this correct?

For doors that are to match the exterior fenestration see door schedule for hardware reference to the Hardware Specification and Schedule.

Hardware referenced in the Window Specification is for typical “window” hardware.

121. 2-14-19 2-22-19 Window Type W1L & W1R – are the A & B units set up for separate framed openings or factory spread mull with aluminum cover caps?

Provide two framed openings for each window with continuous fiber cement board casing and trim on the exterior, interior trim shall be stained wood to match the window frame.

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122. 2-14-19 2-22-19 Porch Screens – it appears from the specifications that the screens will be fabricated on site. Please confirm that the specification is to supply the screen frame, spline and mesh, and all offsite fabrication excluded.

Specifications Section 085215, Paragraph 2.6 Custom Constructed Porch Screens provides for minimum standard materials. Fabrication method is not specified and is to be as provided by Contractor.

123. 2-14-19 2-22-19 Fire alarm devices are required per referenced documents NFPA 72, NFPA 101, ADA, but not shown in residential room.

In each residential room provide a system ceiling mounted smoke detector and a wall mounted system horn strobe; in each restroom provide a system strobe, in accordance with specifications and referenced documents.

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