36E77619R0031-0003001.xlsx
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BAE responses_Warehouse Tech qu
| Question | Section/Drawing | Response |
| Can we use the Past Performance of our Prime Subcontractor in lieu of the Prime Offeror? | Past performance information should demonstrate the contractor's ability to execute similar project through historic performance. | |
| As the General Contractractor, can I stack my bond on top of the subs bond to add up to the entire bond required | No, the entire bond amount must be supplied under the prime contractor's name. | |
| The architectural sheet AE104 indicates roof drains between gridlines A.8 & 4.1 with a low point of 26’-10” while the structural sheet SF102 indicates the roof drains at gridlines A & 4.5 with a low point of 26’-3-1/2”. Please advise as to which is correct. Thank you. | Reference Architectural drawing AE104 for roof drain locations. Structural and architectural will coordinate. | |
| In order to include interconnecting (programming) with the existing system, we need the distance between the new transfer switch and the existing generator DMC. Please let us know where this information can be obtained. | Information is called out on E501. | |
| Is GE approved for the gear as a manufacturer for the project Construct Warehouse - Des Moines or it is only Eaton? | GE is not approved as a manufacturer of electrical gear on the Des Moines VAMC Campus. | |
| Is this project sales tax exempt? If the project is sales tax exempt can the government provide a sales tax exemption certificate? | Iowa requires that sales tax be paid on materials only. A tax exemption certificate will be provided to the successful offeror. | |
| Will the Government provide comprehensive written badging requirements for the project if badging is required. | Badging will not be required. | |
| Where will the designated parking area be for workers accessing the construction site? | Contractor parking will be limited to the staging area only. | |
| 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? | No, the VA has already contracted with submittalexchange.com for these services. | |
| Does the Government have a fire alarm servicer that they currently work with? What is the name and | This contact information will be provided after award. | |
| contact information of the person or persons that will need to be coordinated with for security and | ||
| fire alarm and suppression systems work and/or disruptions? | ||
| Has the work area been checked for asbestos, lead-based materials or other hazardous materials? If a report is available, can GCs have a copy? | No hazardous materials are anticipated in the project area. Areas in building 2 to be altered were constructed in 2010 and no materials are present in the new construction site. | |
| What is the Governments’ policy if asbestos products are encountered during construction? | If asbestos containing material is found, do not disturb the material and contact the COR for instructions. | |
| Will VA pay for any material or compaction testing that may be required for this project? | No, these services are the responsibility of the GC. | |
| Are there any LEED requirements for this project? | No | |
| Will GC include a fee to locate underground utilites before demolition of the site work and building areas? | Yes, private utility location is the responsibility of the GC. Iowa One-Call must also be contacted prior to digging, but cannot locate on the campus because all utilities here are "private." | |
| Is the VA aware of any utility fees that GC will be required to pay to tap into? | None are expected. | |
| How is the VA expecting to work through the closure of the street? | The phasing plan shows how work will be sequenced to avoid a full closure of VFW Circle. | |
| Due to current potentially significant tariffs being placed on the importation of building materials such | Contracting to answer - my recommendation is no adjustments after proposal submission. Any cost increases like this should be handled through the claim process. | |
| 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. | ||
| The project is currently bidding on Memorial Day, is the VA expecting to change the deadline? | Yes, answered in site visit. | |
| Are columns to be painted? | No. | |
| What are the specifications for Quarry Tile #1? | See sheet AI601 - Room Finish Legend. | |
| What are the specifications for PT-1 and PT-2? | See sheet AI601 - Room Finish Legend. | |
| With the 365 performance period, including the demolition and site upgrades. Is the VA willing to | The duration shall remain 365 days. A winter suspension will be considered if progress cannot be continued due to cold weather conditions. | |
| extend the duration on this project? | ||
| Are there any weather delays expected on this project? | A winter suspension will be considered if progress cannot be continued due to cold weather conditions. | |
| The manufacturer, Kalwall Corporation, is requesting the following information regarding the Blast Loads requirements for this project: | This information is considered sensitive but unclassified. It may only be distibuted to parties with a need to know and after the signing of an NDA. This information cannot be posted on FBO but will be granted to the successful offeror after NTP. | |
| Reflected Pressure (Pr) | ||
| Impulse (I) psi/ms | ||
| Are the windows steel or aluminum (no details provided)? | Aluminum is anticipated, but must meet blast requirements. See specification sections 08 45 23 and 08 56 53 for blast requirements. | |
| What is the door material for doors 1007, 1009A, 1009B? | Laminate. Verify with BSTM requirements. | |
| For openings 1090A & 1090B, please verify that new frames are required (doors are existing). | Yes. | |
| Do you have Union Requirements? | Davis-Bacon act wages apply. Companies do not have to be unionized to work here. | |
| Mechanical…. Diffuser and Register schedule …tag S3. Which this tag is on plan sheet MH101A |
The tag DL-S-EL…. There is no such Titus model. Just wondering if there is a typo error and what the correct model is ? I could pick a drum louver but there can be quite a bit of pricing difference.
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