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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 05-28-2019 528-B82024 Department of Veterans Affairs OPAL, NAC, NCS, HTME Contracts P.O. Box 76 Building 37 1st Ave., One Block North of Cermak Rd.

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60141 Department of Veterans Affairs OPAL/ National Acquisition Center Building 37 1st Avenue, One Block North of Cermak Hines

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60141 To all Offerors/Bidders

36H79718R0022 03-19-2019

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JUNE 12, 2019 @ 2PM CT

X The purpose of this amendement is to provide the Request for Information (RFI) Clarifications to all offerors.

The response due date has changed to 06/12/2019 @ 2:00pm CT

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Donnie Reeves

B-3 STATEMENT OF WORK:

Project Special Requirements:

1. Para #2 (p.9) Specification states “Electrical shall be connected to the nearest electrical panel and shall be new.” And Para #6 (p.9) specification states all electrical for the mechanical room and ironing system shall be new.”

Q1 – Confirm new electrical means complete installation of new branch circuits from existing electrical panels to new equipment including new conduit & wire; and where applicable, new circuit breaker(s).

Answer – Yes. New electrical means complete installation of new branch circuits from existing electrical panels to new equipment including new conduit & wire; and where applicable, new circuit breaker(s).

Q2 – Confirm if new electrical installation materials (conduit & fitting types) are to match existing materials.

Answer – Yes. New electrical installation materials (conduit & fitting types) are to match existing materials in accordance with the Statement of Work.

Q3 – Confirm all new low voltage communication & data wiring/cabling is to be installed in EMT conduit, ¾” (min).

Answer – Yes. All new low voltage communication & data wiring/cabling is to be installed in EMT conduit, ¾” (min).

Q4 – Specific to the existing flatwork ironer being traded-in, the existing 2” IMC branch conduit appears to be in good condition from the panel to point overhead the ironer. Confirm if the new wire conductors may be installed reusing the existing conduit with new conduit extended to the new ironer control location.

Answer – New wire conductors may be installed reusing the existing conduit with new conduit extended to the new ironer control location.

1. Para #5 (p.9) Specification states “All piping (water, steam, condensate and gas piping) within the mechanical room and to the new ironer shall be new.”

Q1 – Confirm reference to “mechanical room” means the Laundry B10 Mechanical Rm. 001 & Waste Heat Reclaim Rm. both located in the basement and the Water Softener Rm. 101 located adjacent to Soil Wash Rm 102.

Answer – Yes. The reference to “mechanical room” means the Laundry B10 Mechanical Rm. 001 & Waste Heat Reclaim Rm. both located in the basement and the Water Softener Rm. 101 located adjacent to Soil Wash Rm 102.

Q2 – Statement “all piping within the mechanical room shall be new” conflicts with Item 1 technical specification for Miscellaneous Items para #7 (p.7) stating “All water, air, steam and condensate piping from [Item #1 equipment] connection points shall be new to the ceiling of the mechanical room.” Is it the intent of the specifications that the successful bidder provide all new final connection piping from/to existing headers and new interconnecting piping between equipment systems located within the mechanical room(s)?

Answer – Yes. The intent of the specifications that the successful bidder provide all new final connection piping from/to existing headers and new interconnecting piping between equipment systems located within the mechanical room(s).

Q3 – Confirm reference to “all piping” to the “new ironer” means the new natural gas supply piping & compressed air supply piping from the nearest available header.

Answer – Yes. All piping to the new ironer means the new natural gas supply piping & compressed air supply piping from the nearest available header.

1. It was observed that none of the existing process water system storage tanks nor the two condensate pump return systems located within Mechanical Rm. 001 have overflows & drains indirectly connected to the existing sanitary sewer plumbing; and that there is a VA Fire Dept. high-level water alarm system installed within the Electrical Rm.

Q1 – To properly drain the new process water system, is it a requirement to design, furnish and install a new commercial duplex lift station as part of the new water system in Mechanical Rm. 001 floor with submersible effluent pumps, alternating control, alarm and connect pump discharge to the sanitary sewer; or are the new equipment drains and overflows continue to discharge onto the floor and the VA will be responsible for any flood conditions?

Answer – Yes. It is a requirement to design, furnish and install a new commercial duplex lift station as part of the new water system in Mechanical Rm. 001 floor with submersible effluent pumps, alternating control, alarm and connect pump discharge to the sanitary sewer. VA does not want any flood conditions to exist after installation.

General Installation Requirements:

1. Para #17 (p.13) Specification states “The textile facility will not be closed during the project.”

Q1 – What are the Laundry operating hours during the installation period: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (M-F)?

YES

Q2 – What are the working hours the successful bidder will be allowed to perform installation activity?

Anytime except M-F 7:00am – 3:30pm Q3 – If VA personnel will need regular access to Laundry B10 during designated installation work hours, will the VA require the successful bidder to provide construction barriers, temporary walls, doorways, lighted exit signage, etc. to separate the installation work area(s)?

YES

1. Para #31 Back Flow Preventers (p.18) Q1 – In addition to the two types listed, is the minimum specification for the backflow preventer device required for Item #1 water source to be a reduced pressure principal-type with bronze body, double check valves, shut-off valves, test cocks, and y-strainer?

Answer – Yes. In addition to the two types listed in the specifications, the minimum specification for the backflow preventer device required for Item #1 water source to be a reduced pressure principal-type with bronze body, double check valves, shut-off valves, test cocks, and y-strainer.

Q2 – Is the successful bidder required to submit a testing certificate for each new backflow preventer installed?

Answer – Yes. The successful bidder is required to submit a testing certificate for each new backflow preventer installed.

1. Para #39 (p.20) Water Piping & Air Piping Q1 – Are press-fit mechanical-type fittings permissible for installing new laundry process water copper tube piping?

Answer – Yes. Press-fit mechanical-type fittings are permissible for installing new laundry process water copper tube piping.

Q2 – Are press-fit mechanical-type fittings permissible for installing new compressed air copper tube piping?

Answer – Yes. Press-fit mechanical-type fittings are permissible for installing new compressed air copper tube piping.

1. Will the VA be performing any work within or around Laundry B10 in conjunction with this project during the contract performance period?

UNKNOWN

1. Time of Delivery-Installation Timeframe, (p.22) Specification references a 30-day shakedown period requirement.

Q1 – Confirm reference to shakedown days means laundry production workdays.

Answer – Shake-down period should read 10 calendar days.

Q2 – Would the VA consider reducing the required shakedown period to ten days vs. 30 days typical of a complete plant equipment replacement? Ten days is in line with the number of training days required, and could ultimately reduce contract costs.

Answer – Shake-down period should read 10 calendar days.

1. Identify all hazardous materials, if any, that are known to be present in Laundry B10 including pipe spaces.

Power Jolt, Power Blast, Bleach, Sour (Laundry Chemicals).

1. Please provide a copy of the Medical Center’s “Contractor Information for Safety, Infection Prevention & Security” if applicable to the laundry equipment contract.

See attached pamphlet.

1. Technical Standards: Regarding Item 3, confirm if the Medical Center is subject to, has on record, or is applying for any City, County, State and/or Federal Air Emissions Permitting requirements for combustion burners operating or to be operated on station.

Since the new equipment will be replacing existing, this requirement is not applicable.

1. Provide current VA water quality test results for existing laundry water treatment system raw water indicating a) grains hardness, and b) chloride levels.

The Medical Center does not have a current water quality test on record. The contractor will be required to test water quality prior to commencing work.

B.4 LIST OF DELIVERABLES:

1. 45-day installation design drawings.

Q1- Are the installation design drawings and as-built drawings to be sealed by a registered professional architect/engineer licensed in the State of New York?

Answer – Yes. Installation design drawings and as-built drawings are to be sealed by a registered professional architect/engineer licensed in the State of New York.

Q2- Does the VA require the successful bidder to include Btu heat radiation & air balance volumes design load information & calculations for the equipment?

Answer – Yes. The VA requires the successful bidder to include Btu heat radiation & air balance volumes design load information & calculations for the equipment offered.

1. Drawing and Room Preparation Instructions – Because this acquisition requires architectural, structural, mechanical & electrical engineering design… is the design information listed below typical to information furnished in past VA projects considered the minimum applicable requirement?

1. Existing equipment demolition information;

1. New equipment set-out information including anchorage details;

1. Monorail system installation information and applicable component details, clearance details, structural support system information & engineer’s calculations if the existing monorail system(s) require reconfiguration;

1. Architectural demolition & new work information and applicable details, sections, elevations;

1. Structural new work information and applicable details, sections, elevations;

1. Mechanical plumbing & pressure piping demolition & installation information, details, equipment utility connection schedule/details;

1. Mechanical ventilation demolition & new work installation information, details, equipment connection schedule/details; and,

1. Electrical demolition & new work installation information, details, equipment connection details, panel schedules for existing and new work, power load calculation, new/relocated lighting fixtures details.

Answer – Yes, to all of the above a through h.

1. As part of the 45-day drawing submittals… Will the VA require inclusion of structural information (drawings and design calculations) for the equipment systems being furnished and installed (i.e. all roof/floor loadings and structural support design)?

Answer – Yes. VA requires inclusion of structural information (drawings and design calculations) for the equipment systems being furnished and installed (i.e. all roof/floor loadings and structural support design.

SECTION C – CONTRACT CLAUSES:

1. Para (q) (p.35) – Other Compliances: States “The contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations applicable to its performance under this contract.”

Q1 - What are the minimum wage rates required by the contract for workers performing work at the worksite? If applicable, provide copy of the wage decision.

Answer – There are no wage rate requirements for this procurement.

1. Upon receipt of award, will the successful bidder receive a valid certificate of exemption for New York sales & use tax acceptable to the New York Department of Taxation & Finance or are bidders required to include sales and use tax in their offers?

Answer – The Contracting Officer does not issue certificates of exemption. The contractor would need to contact the COR for any exemptions.

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS:

Item #1 – Laundry Ancillary Support Process Water System:

1. General (p.1) – How many hours per production day does the washing system operate, seven or eight hours?

8.

1. Water Storage/Pumping System (pp. 2-4) Para #2 references provision of a new Waste Water Pit Storage Tank Q1 – The existing process water system currently utilizes an above-grade reinforced concrete reservoir for collecting hot waste water. Confirm if this existing reservoir is to be demolished and replaced with a new stainless steel pit storage tank for waste water. (Assume inclusion of a new waste water storage pit tank may be a typo as Misc. Items Para. #6 (p.6) conflictingly specifies pits are to be inspected for damage and have new diamond plate covers installed.)

Answer – Yes. The existing reservoir is are to be demolished and replaced with a new stainless steel pit storage tank for waste water.

Q2 – If the existing waste water reservoir remains, is it a requirement to inspect & clean the existing bar screen assembly located in the reservoir?

Answer – Yes. It is a requirement to inspect & clean the existing bar screen assembly located in the reservoir.

1. Water Storage/Pumping System (pp. 2-4) Para. #8 Specification requires furnishing and installing a blending valve for the washer extractors. Blending valves are typically installed with tunnel-type washing systems.

Q1 – Confirm if a blending valve is to be provided.

Answer – Yes. A blending valve is to be provided.

1. Water Reuse System (pp.4-5) The existing reuse system currently utilizes an above-grade reinforced concrete reservoir for collecting reuse water. There are numerous indications present where structural failure is occurring Q1 – Confirm if the existing reuse water reservoir is to cleaned and new pit covers installed by the successful bidder and any repairs will be performed by the VA so the reservoir may be reutilized for the new reuse water system; or if the successful bidder is to demolish the existing reservoir and provide a new stainless steel pit tank assembly.

Answer – Yes. The successful bidder is to demolish the existing reservoir and provide a new stainless steel pit tank assembly.

1. Misc. Items – Condensate Return System (p.6) Q1 – Please provide a more comprehensive technical specification for the condensate return system being requested (i.e. motor & pump type, valves, controls, accessories, etc.).

Answer – Duplex Condensate Pump Return Systems:

Furnish and install (one) duplex condensation pump consisting (1) cast iron receiver, (2) water pumps, (1) mechanical alternator, electrical controls and accessories.

The receiver shall be equipped with: (1) inlet strainer, (1) externally adjustable 2-pole mechanical alternator, top and bottom shut-off water level gauge with automatic shut-off if glass is broken, dial thermometer, (2) pressure gauges for pump discharge, (2) bronze isolation valves between pump and receiver plus a valve in each bleed line installed for maintenance, and (2) lifting eye bolts.

1. The receiver size shall be a maximum 75-gallon sized at 3 times the system design condensing rate.

2. A cast iron basket inlet strainer with vertical self-cleaning bronze screen shall be provided for the receiver inlet.

3. The centrifugal water pumps shall be flange mounted on the receiver. The pumps shall be close coupled vertical design, and shall have a cast bronze impeller that is bronze fitted to the cast iron pump housing with a renewable bronze wearing ring. The mechanical seal shall be rated for at least 250°F service. The entire pump assembly shall be permanently aligned and dynamically balanced to deliver its full rated capacity. The pump shall be driven by an industry standard motor available "off the shelf." The motor shall have a NEMA standard shaft. The horsepower shall be as required for system design condensing rate.

4. The pump manufacturer shall furnish, mount on the pump unit, and wire a U.L. labeled NEMA 3R control cabinet with hinged door, containing:

a. Combination magnetic starters (each having 3 overload relays) with circuit breakers and cover interlock for lock-out tag-out capability

b. (2) Automatic-Off” selector switches

c. (2) Momentary contact “Test” push buttons

d. (2) Pilot run lights

e. (1) Numbered terminal strip

f. (1) Removable control mounting plate

5. Each pump control circuit shall be completely independent of the other. The NEMA 1 mechanical alternator shall (1) change the operating sequence automatically after each cycle, (2) provide simultaneous operation under peak load conditions, and (3) operate the second pump automatically, should the active pump or its control fail.

6. The unit shall have a float switch assembly NEMA1 to turn on a high water alarm mounted in control panel with bell, light and silencing relay with dry contacts to access the building management system alarm.

7. A control circuit transformer for each circuit shall be provided when the motor voltage is three phase or code requires 115 volt controls.

8. The unit shall have a single point power connection.

9. The entire pump package will be U.L. labeled when a control panel is furnished.

10. The manufacturer shall furnish a certified pump performance test.

11. 480v/3ph/60cy electric specification.

Q2 – There is an existing insulated flash tank installed above the duplex condensate return system for equalizing the building heating condensate. Is it a requirement to replace the flash tank assembly as part of the pump return system, or only reconnect the flash tank discharge to the new duplex pump manifold?

Answer – It is a requirement to replace the flash tank assembly as part of the pump return system

1. Mechanical Room Ventilation (p.9) – Q1 - Confirm Laundry B10 Mechanical Rm. 001 located in the basement where the existing process water storage/pumping systems and the 20HP air compressor system are located is the specified mechanical room to be ventilated.

Answer – Yes. Laundry B10 Mechanical Rm. 001 located in the basement where the existing process water storage/pumping systems and the 20HP air compressor system are located is the specified mechanical room to be ventilated.

Q2 – As with past solicitations including HVAC building space ventilation, is it a requirement for bidders to include proposed room ventilation design calculations with their technical proposal?

Answer – Yes. It is a requirement for bidders to include proposed room ventilation design calculations with their technical proposal Item #2 – Energy Monitoring System:

1. (p.10) Specification references providing real time utility and event measurement for air. This plant utility is generated utilizing an air compressor system powered by electric.

Q1 – Confirm the energy monitoring system by way of measuring the Laundry main electric indirectly incorporates the air utility, eliminating the requirement to separately measure compressed air.

Answer – Yes. The energy monitoring system by way of measuring the Laundry main electric indirectly incorporates the air utility, eliminating the requirement to separately measure compressed air.

Item #3 – Thermal Fluid Ironing System –

1. Para #24 (p.16) – Totalizing, non-resettable gas meter.

Q1 – Confirm meter is to be an in-line multivariable mass vortex-type flow meter.

Answer – Yes. The meter is to be an in-line multivariable mass vortex-type flow meter.

1. Para. #25 & Para. #26 (p.16) Specification reference the successful bidder is required to ensure optimum combustion conditions for the new ironer.

Q1- What is the minimum required method/means to provide optimum combustion conditions for the new ironer? Past installations have required a new insulated/PVC jacketed outside supply air duct with damper extended to the ironer combustion burner assembly; with a motorized damper control interconnected to the ironer control.

Answer – Yes. New insulated/PVC jacketed outside supply air duct with damper extended to the ironer combustion burner assembly; with a motorized damper control interconnected to the ironer control.

Q2 – What is the minimum design requirement for the new ironer combustion positive pressure vent/flue system? Past installations have required pre-fabricated U.L. Listed gas-tight, double wall flue systems having a 304 stainless steel inner liner and an aluminized steel jacket with 1” thick ceramic fiber insulation between the inner and outer jacket and a drain provided to collect condensation and be installed in compliance with VA Construction Specification Section 15400 Breeching, Chimney & Stacks.

Answer – Pre-fabricated U.L. Listed gas-tight, double wall flue systems having a 304 stainless steel inner liner and an aluminized steel jacket with 1” thick ceramic fiber insulation between the inner and outer jacket and a drain provided to collect condensation and be installed.

1. Existing overhead clean textile monorail system with six (6) classified storage rails.

Q1 – Is it the responsibility of the successful bidder to reconfigure the existing clean monorail storage rails to clear the new ironing system? If yes, may the number of storage rails over the ironing system be reduced? May the holding capacity (i.e. length) of the storage rails be reduced by 1-2 slings; or must the existing sling storage capacity be maintained?

Answer – Yes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to reconfigure the existing clean monorail storage rails to clear the new ironing system.

If yes, may the number of storage rails over the ironing system be reduced?

Answer – NO

1. Existing overhead ambient air filtration units.

Q1 - Is it the responsibility of the successful bidder to relocate the existing ambient air filtration units, if applicable, to clear the new ironing system? If yes, is the successful bidder required to install all new engineered hanging support system(s) and reconnect the existing electric circuit(s)?

Answer – Yes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to relocate the existing ambient air filtration units, if applicable, to clear the new ironing system.

If yes, is the successful bidder required to install all new engineered hanging support system(s) and reconnect the existing electric circuit(s)?

Answer – Yes. It is the successful bidder required to install all new engineered hanging support system(s) and reconnect the existing electric circuit(s)