36E77619R0062-0003002.pdf

SOLICITATION # 36E77619R0062 PROJECT NAME: Construct Polytrauma Integrative Rehabilitation Clinic - Richmond, VA

TEC HNICAL QUESTIONS AND VA RESPONSE TRACKING SHEET

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1. 8/13/19 Is this project sales tax exempt? If the project is sales tax exempt can the government provide a sales tax exemption certificate?

Submit a proposal that includes all applicable taxes in accordance with FAR 52.229-3. If the state offers a tax exemption on building materials for contractors making purchases on a tax exempt entity’s behalf, the exempt taxes should not be included in the proposal.

2. 8/13/19 Will the Government provide comprehensive written badging requirements for the project if badging is required?

All employees entering the project site is required to have appropriate badge IAW Spec 01 00 00 Section 1.5.B.1.

Safety Office conducts safety training (approximately 30min) every morning at 08:00 prior to issuing the badges. Documents required for the badges are state or government issued Identification Card and OHSA certifications.

3. 8/13/19 Where will the designated parking area be for workers accessing the construction site?

Designated parking area will be coordinated through COR

4. 8/13/19 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.

The use of Procore Project Management software as the primary submittal and data tracking tool is acceptable.

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5. 8/13/19 During construction in an area where the ceilings or fire suppression system will be disrupted, will NFPA 241 apply? Will the government require additional security measures beyond NFPA code such as fire watch, temporary fire alarms, adjustments to sprinkler heads, etc

Refer to specification section 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, para. 1.14 Fire Safety.

6. 8/13/19 Does the Government have a fire alarm servicer that they currently work with? What is the name and 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?

Sam Metcalfe (Fire Alarm Servicer) LSSI – Richmond, VA 7400 Beaufont Springs Drive STE 321 Richmond, VA 23225 Phone: 804-672-4966 Cell: 703-887-2558 Email: smetcalfe@tlglss.com

7. 8/13/19 Has the work area been checked for asbestos? This is new construction. Asbestos testing was not performed, and abatement is not anticipated.

8. 8/13/19 What is the Governments’ policy if asbestos products are encountered during construction?

Asbestos products encounter is not anticipated.

But it is contractor’s responsibility to alert the COR when asbestos products are encountered during construction.

9. 8/13/19 Does the Government currently have a 3rd party testing service for those items requiring testing or is the contractor free to locate and hire applicable testing firms?

The contractor is responsible for any testing required to complete the project.

10. 8/13/19 Who is responsible for the utility locations?

Refer to Construction Drawing Sheet C001 General Notes #23, 24, & 25.

mailto:smetcalfe@tlglss.com

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11. 8/13/19 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.

fixed price contract so any and all risk the contractor is required to assume due to the possibility of tariffs should be included in the proposal price. If after proposal submission but before contract award, discussions are required, contractors will have an opportunity to revise their price proposal.

12. 8/13/19 Describe any and all tasks that may be required for this project as it relates to infectious control?

Refer to specification in section 01 35 26 Safety Requirements para 1.12 for Infection Control. A copy of ICRA permit placed on coversheet of the construction drawing.

13. 8/13/19 What is the level of infectious disease control rating for this site?

Refer to specification in section 01 35 26 Safety Requirements para 1.12 for Infection Control. A copy of ICRA permit placed on coversheet of the construction drawing.

14. 8/13/19 Can the sign-in sheet from the site visit be published prior to bid date?

Yes, this site visit attendance roster is posted with the same amendment this Q&A is posted with

15. 8/13/19 Is a dedicated SSHO required for this project can this position be dual hatted with the onsite super or

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Government has no objections for a qualified Superintendent to serve as the SSHO.

16. 8/13/19 Which company is responsible for the HVAC controls on this campus and who is the point of contact for this company?

Tony Flora (Johnson Controls) (804)814-7898

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17. 8/13/19 Is a dedicated QCM is required for this project or can they be dual hatted with another onsite position?

A dedicated QCM is required for the project.

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