RFIs for USCIS Summit Project 47PE0321R0003 - Sheet1.pdf

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Phase 1 Request for Information 47PE0321R0003 USCIS Peachtree Summit Federal Building, Atlanta, GA No. Question Reference Answer

1 Page 42 of 44 of the document entitled C101-SB-GC/August 2019 (The Agreement) (Page 77 of 85 of the solicitation PDF) , it is stated that this this contract is a Total Small Business Set Aside.

An updated Agreement is added in Amendment A001.

2 Scope of Work: 2.14 Contractor Personnel Security Requirements, 2.14.1 SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS for General Contractor (GC) states, “The GC must have a facility clearance to the Secret level to bid on this project (Summit Building in Atlanta, GA.)” We recognize there is SCIF space within the construction scope of work, however, we are accustomed to constructing SCIF spaces and separate Government cleared contractors install the SCIF equipment.

a.Will the Government consider removing the Security Clearance Requirement for General Contractor to propose on this project?

b.If the Security Clearance Requirements are to remain please advise whether the requirements flow down to all levels of subcontractors.

A secret clearance is not required but the contractor will have to undergo the standard HSPD-12 procedures

3 Scope of Work: 2.14.2 CONSTRUCTION SITE SECURITY, 2.14.3 GC Secret Security Facility and 2.15 Document Security: These sections of the SOW appears to contemplate setting up a trailer, providing access, providing parking and other items for a construction setting different than the work to be performed within the existing, operational and occupied Summit Building. Please confirm this section does not apply to the scope and performance of the work.

No trailer or parking will be required for this project. Note again that there is no provided parking and should be included in the proposal

4 Scope of Work: There are references throughout the Scope of Work (SOW) document to “DOS”. Please provide the definitization for this acronym. If this should be Department of Homeland Security, “DHS”, please advise. Please advise if the ePM system for this project is GSA’s typical platform or the DOS system as stated.

ePM or Kuhua (in the fall) will be the electronic documentation platform.

5 Solicitation: I.D. Pre-Proposal Conference. An in person pre-proposal conference and site visit is planned for February 2, 2021 between 9 am – 11 am EST.

a. Are there limitations to the number of attendees per General Contractor?

b. Are Subcontractors interested in bidding for the work allowed to attend?

c. Will future access for General Contractors and their Subcontractors be provided prior to the bid proposal due date?

Contractors can schedule a site visit with the Contracting Officer, Kiersten Mathews.

Please keep in mind that no extension of the due date will be granted due to the contractor's failure to schedule to see the space.

6 Solicitation: VI. Method of Award. For this procurement please clarify whether the Government plans to use:

a) Best Value Trade Off standard for evaluation or

b) Lowest Price Technically Acceptable offer for evaluation.

Best Value trade off.

*Please note: the solicitation says that "Non-Price Factors, when combined, are significantly more important than the Total Evaluated Price."

7 Are we to include our Teaming Agreement with Ujamaa in the Proposal? Yes.

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8 The Period of Performance for Contract Completion is 60 calendar days in the Solicitation (paragraph I.C(3)). Contract Completion is stated as 17 working days in the first paragraph of Section 2.6 of the Statement of Work and 60 days in the fourth paragraph of Section 2.6.

Which number of days for Contract Completion is correct?

Contract completion is 346 calendar days as noted in the solicitaiton. Contract completion is 60 days from Substantial completion. Thus, you have 346 days to meet substantial completion and afterwards 60 days for the final completion (addressing punchlist items, etc.)

9 Please confirm that the PPQ forms required in the Past Performance section of the Technical proposal do not count towards the 14-page maximum page count.

Correct.

10 Regarding the “performance recognition documents” described in the final paragraph on page 10 of the Solicitation:

Are the award documents limited to the listed Past Performance projects or may the awards be for the proposing entity in general?

Do these award documents count towards the stipulated page limitation of 14 pages?

They do not count towards the page limit.

11 Please confirm that the project is fully funded for construction. This project is fully funded for the approved budgeted amount.

12 What is the maximum allowable award amount for the procurement? GSA cannot release this information, we can only reiterate the construction range of $5-$15 million.

13 The following specifications sections are in the Project Manual, but not on the Table of Contents of the Project Manual. Please confirm that they should be included in the manual.

• 01 7310 Cutting and Patching

• 01 7350 Fire Prevention Precautions for Hot Work

• 07 9005 Joint Sealers

• 08 5659 Service and Teller Window Units

• 10 2113.16 Plastic Laminate Clad Toilet Compartments

• 10 2219.63 Demountable Glass Partitions

• 10 2800 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories

• 10 4400 Fire Protection Specialties

• 10 5100 Lockers

• 12 2113 Horizontal Louver Blinds

• 21 13 10 Fire Protection Systems

• 23 0923 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC

Corrected

14 The following specification sections are listed in the Table of Contents for the Project Manual, but not included in the Manual. Please issue these specification sections if they are to be included in the Project Manual.

• 04 4200 Exterior Stone Cladding

• 05 7300 Decorative Metal Railing

• 08 7100 Door Hardware

• 09 8400 Acoustic Room Components

• 21 1300 Fire-Suppression Sprinkler Systems

• 23 8146 Water-Source Unitary Heat Pumps

Corrected

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15 The following specification sections were issued in “track changes” form. Please re-issue in a “final” form.

• 22 1116 Domestic Water Piping

• 22 1119 Sanitary Waste Piping

Corrected

16 Specification section 26 0533 was issued in a “template” form. Several selections from the template are needed to make the specification applicable to this specific project. Please reissue the section.

Corrected

17 The drawings have several dates and revision titles: no revision, 100% Review, Addendum 1, Amendment 3, and 100% Construction Documents.

Is there a 100% Construction Documents set ready for issuance? If so, please provide this set.

All referenced Dec 10, 2020 drawings are the baseline Construction Documents.

18 The following sheets are on the Cover Sheet list of drawings, but not in the drawing set. Please issue these drawings.

• E1.00-S ELECTRICAL LEVEL 25 PLAN

• M2.01 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN

• M2.02 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN

• M2.03 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN

• M2.04 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN

• M2.05 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN

• M4.00 MECHANICAL ENLARGED PLANS

• M4.01 MECHANICAL ENLARGED PLANS

• M4.02 MECHANICAL ENLARGED PLANS

• E0.13 ELECTRICAL LEVEL 18 DEMOLITION PLAN

• P2.00 PLUMBING PLAN LEVEL 2

• P2.01 PLUMBING PLAN LEVEL 10

• P2.02 PLUMBING PLAN LEVEL 12

• P2.04 PLUMBING PLAN LEVEL 24

• P2.05 PLUMBING PLAN LEVEL 25

• P4.01 PART PLUMBING RISERS

Mechanical Sheet numbers were not trascribed properly in the TOC, see below.

Electrical Demo is not required on 18, the sheet title has been removed for the sheet list. Plumbing sheets were omitted from the orginal issue. They are provided via Addendum 001.

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19 The following sheets are included in the drawing set but are not listed on the Cover Sheet list of drawings. Please confirm that these sheets are a part of the Construction Documents.

• M6.02S MECHANICAL DETAILS

• AD218 18TH FLOOR DEMO PLAN

• A020 DOOR SCHEDULE – PHASE 1A & 1B

• AI000 FINISHES SCHEDULE

• M2.01A LEVEL - 10-MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION A

• M2.01B LEVEL - 10 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION B

• M2.02A LEVEL - 12 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION A

M2.02B LEVEL - 12 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION B

• M2.02C LEVEL - 12 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION C

• M2.03B LEVEL - 18 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION B

• M2.04B LEVEL 24 - MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION B

• M2.04C LEVEL 24 - MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION C

• M2.05A LEVEL 25 - MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION A

• M2.05B LEVEL 25 - MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION B

• M2.05C LEVEL 25 - MECHANICAL DUCTWORK PLAN SECTION C

• M3.00 LEVEL 2 – MECHANICAL PIPING PLAN

• M3.01 LEVEL 10 – MECHANICAL PIPING PLAN

• M3.02 LEVEL 12 – MECHANICAL PIPING PLAN

• E0.10 ELECTRICAL LEVEL 10 DEMOLITION PLAN

• E1.00-S ELECTRICAL LEVEL 25 PLAN

• E1.18 ELECTRICAL LEVEL 18 PLAN

• E3.18 ELECTRICAL ENLARGED PLANS

• E5.10 ELECTRICAL PANELBOARD SCHEDULES

• E5.11 ELECTRICAL PANELBOARD SCHEDULES

• E5.18 ELECTRICAL PANELBOARD SCHEDULES

The tabel of contents will be updated to include these sheet names, except for sheet E1.18, which is not part of this scope and should be removed from the set.

20 Sheet FA500 is listed in both the Phase 1 & 2 sections of the drawing list on G001 and G002, but only included in the Phase 2 section. Is sheet FA500 the same sheet for both phases?

No, the sheet FA500 is out of order in the set. It should be included in the main project.

21 Sheet E0.11 is listed on sheet G001 as a Level 10 plan, but the sheet is labeled Level

18. Please confirm which Level this sheet represents. If it is Level 18 should this sheet have drawing number E0.13 as per G002? Should the drawing list on G002 list E0.10 for the Level 10 Demolition Plan instead of E0.11?

The TOC is incorrect and will be updated

22 General:

The drawing list on G001 lists pages E1.00-S & FA500. These pages do not appear to be included with the document set. Please advise if these are valid page numbers, and if so, please issue the documents.

E1.00 will be provided via amendment.

FA500 is out of order in the set. It is in the SWS drawings.

23 General:

Drawings M6.02-S & AD218 are included in the document set, but do not appear on the G001 drawing list. Please update the G001 drawing list.

Corrected

24 HVAC:

Please advise who the controls company is for the building

Brooks Range - 404-257-6113

25 Fire Alarm:

Please advise who the fire alarm company is for the building.

The recommended FP company used in the building is Optimum. Simplex Fire for the pannal programing.

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26 General: G002 Existing conditions note 8 states we are to include the finish or repair of "existing finishes to remain" in order to be seamless with the renovated areas. Please confirm this is intended only at areas that must be touched (per the documents) due to the renovation work, and does not refer to any existing conditions, damage or visible wear that currently occurs in the building, prior to the start of construction.

This note applies to the exisitng walls and finishes which are withing the area of renovation which will need reparis to provide a finish similar to new construction, This includes the walls of corridors and restrooms that are to be renovated as part of the scope of floors 10 and 24. Use the hatches and shading on the overall floor sheets. Flor 18 will be updated with a clarification of the wall finishes adjacent to the new opening being cut in the exisitng wall.

27 General:

Please confirm we are not to include any costs for bringing the existing building and/or elements up to code, unless they are specifically drawn/shown in the documents.

See answer above.

28 General: Please confirm that no hazardous materials will be encountered during construction. Please confirm we are nto to include cost or schedule impacts for encountering any hazardous materials.

ACM survey was done prior to design and no elements that are to be modified contain asbestos

29 General:

Due to the work occurring in an existing, occupied building, please confirm that all utility charges ie: water, electricity, sewer will be paid for by the Owner and are not be included in our price.

Confirmed

30 General: G002 Other General Requirements note 11 states the Contractor is to coordinate with Owner provided materials & services including: security, a/v, tv, tel/data cabling and whiteboards. The specifications seem to imply low voltage is to be the responsibility of the Contractor. Please clarify which low voltage scopes are by the Contractor and which are by the Owner.

Addressed in a amendment

31 Window Treatment: WR Drawings General Note C states to replace "all" blinds with matching Graber Aluminum Blinds.

A) Please provide more detailed specification for blinds: ie: style, control type, light control etc. B) Please clarify if blinds are to be replaced at interior windows (ie: level

2) as well as exterior windows. C) Please clearly indicate locations/size where new blinds will be required. (ie: only at locations where windows work occurs, only at areas within the limits of construction as shown on the documents, or all windows)

Specification has been provided in addendum

32 Windows: WR Drawings Please provide photos of a typical existing interior and exterior window condition.

WR

Drawings

Site conditions were made available through site walk throughs.

33 Windows: WR Drawings Please provide specification for new windows.

WR

Drawings

Glazing spec provided.

34 Security: SOW The SOW states the GC shall hire the security contractor from a list of cleared approved DOS installers. Please provide this list of approved security subcontractors. SOW

List provided

35 General:

Please clarify the working hours allowed for the project.

6am - 6pm

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36 General Bidding:

Please confirm that all relevant projects and their descriptions should be included under Factor 2. Please confirm that Factor 1 should only include PPQs, Awards and Reference/POC information for the projects included under Factor 2. This is the approach we have typically seen in GSA RFPs. If this is the case, we recommend that the required relevancy discussion be removed from Factor 1 so that Factor 2 does not contain repeated information. Additionally, we request that the page limit of Factor 2 be increased from 3 pages to 5, so each project can have a full page allotted to describe its relevancy.

Factor 1 is meant to provide a more detailed look at similar projects, including how they are similar. Factor 2 is meant to demonstrate the portfolio of similar projects.

37 General Bidding:

Please confirm that the PPQs and project awards are not included in the Factor 1 page count.

Correct. The PPQ and award documentations are not included in the page limit.

38 General Bidding:

Please confirm that the Gantt Chart schedule is not included in the page count of the management approach. A schedule at the level of detail required would take up 4 or 5 pages without a narrative, and the management plan is currently limited to 5 pages.

The Gantt Chart schedule is not included in the page limit.

39 General Bidding:

The time restriction for past performance projects is currently 5 years, which may inhibit offerors from submitting their most relevant projects and demonstrating the full breadth of their experience. We recommend allowing projects from within the last 7- 10 years.

10 years is acceptable, but more current projects will be seen as more favorable.

40 General Bidding:

On pages 4 and 5 of the Scope of Work, the following positions are identified as Key Personnel: Project Manager, Construction Superintendent, Quality Control Superintendent, Project Engineer, Construction Supervisors, Safety Program Coordinator, and Secured Work Space Coordinator. However, these positions are not specified in the RFP requirements of Factor 4, Organizational Structure and Key Personnel. Please confirm whether these positions must be provided in the organizational chart.

The Key Personel section asks the contractors to list the personel they believe based on their experience are key personel.

41 General Bidding:

The Solicitation references the pre-bid being a site visit. Will access to any of the project space be made available at the pre-bid?

Contractors can schedule a site visit with the Contracting Officer, Kiersten Mathews.

Please keep in mind that no extension of the due date will be granted due to the contractor's failure to schedule to see the space.

42 Is there a deadline for contractor questions regarding this solicitation? Yes, February 9th.

43 Paragraph II.B. reads “The total submission should not exceed 14 8 ½“ x 11” pages

(not including Cover Letter, Table of Contents, or Section Separators, or the Subcontracting Plan).” Is this 14 page maximum for the Technical Volume only?

Correct.

44 Factor 1 is separated into two parts: “Previous Projects” and “Demonstrate Relevancy.” Are the “Demonstrate Relevancy” points A-C to be addressed for each of the “Previous Projects?” Or are the relevancy factors identified in paragraph 2 intended to be an opportunity to describe other successful projects in addition to the 2-3 included as part of the “Previous Projects” requirement?

They A-C should reference the 2-3 projects in Factor 1.

45 Are PPQs, CPARS, and performance recognition documents excluded from the Factor 1 3 page maximum?

Yes.

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46 Are PPQs, CPARS, and performance recognition documents excluded from the overall 14 page maximum?

Yes.

47 Are the projects submitted under Factor 2 – Prior Experience on Similar Projects required to be the same as those presented for Factor 1?

Yes.

48 Is the proposed schedule excluded from the 5 page maximum for Factor 3? Yes.

49 Is the proposed schedule excluded from the overall 14 page maximum? Yes.

50 Is the proposed schedule subject to the 8 ½” x 11” page size requirements? Will the

GSA allow the schedule to be presented on 11”x17” sheets for ease of readability?

Yes.

51 Spec 098311 calls for an acoustical wall system but does not provide a fabric or color specification. This does not appear in the finish schedule either. Please advise.

Acoustical Wall System

The spec has been removed, there are no acoustic wall treatments.

52 Please confirm that this project does not have any Liquidated Damages (LD's). Correct. There are no Liquidated damages.

53 Please clarify if sheet specific notes 1 & 2 refer to replacing only the gasket and seal on existing to remain window units.

WR

Drawings Only where visibly damaged

54 Please clarify if the building has any window washing or swing staging that would able to be utilized for the replacement of windows.

It does not, but has the provsions ot tie off staging

55 General Security note 1 states that "all windows on the perimeter of the facility regardless of floor will be fitted with blast film." "FSSR" is referenced for the film spec.

Please confirm if we are to provide new film only at the exterior windows that are being replaced under this contract. Please provide a link or issue the "FSSR" document as part of the bidding documents.

DS000 Blast Resistance is not required for this project.

56 Please indicate the frequency required for the Control Boundary Label. I.e.: Every 10'. A500-S Every 10 ft, startting form the center of each length of wall

57 Detail A1 calls out the partition as being a "Typical STC-50 perimeter wall". The Partition Type Schedule on A020-S does not state a required STC rating. Please clarify if the SWS perimeter walls are required to be built as a STC 50 assembly.

A1/A500-S They are. Also refer to technical specifications in Appendix A of the project manual

58 Sheet Note 2 refers to Security Bar detail shown on 3/M2.00. No such detail occurs on M2.00. Please confirm the correct notation should be 3/M6.02-S

M2.00-S Confirmed

59 Would a two week bid date extension be possible? No 60 Understanding that the completion of Phase 1 is the priority, are we able to start construction in the remainder of the space on the 25th floor at the same time the SWS on the 25th floor is under construction?

Yes

61 Riser Diagram 1 shows the new panels as "25SWAT", "25SWA1" & "25SWA", however, on The panel board schedule no "25SWA1" is listed, only "25SWA2".

Please clarify.

E4.01-S

62 No Demolition plans are included in the S package for the 25th floor SWS. On the standard 25th floor demo plan the area is hatched out. Please provide demolition plan for this area if existing partitions, ceilings and finishes need to be removed within this space.

No significant demolition on 25th floor.

63 The bid documents specify FAR 52.225-10 for Buy American Requirements. It is our understanding that under FAR 25.1102 Acquisition of Construction, if the expected value of construction is over $7,008,000 the clause 52.225-11 Buy American- Construction under Trade Agreements should be used. As the value of this contract will very likely be over the dollar threshold, we ask that the less restrictive and more economical 52.225-11 clause be utilized.

FAR 52.225-11 and 12 will be used instead of FAR 52.225-10.

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64 Please provide a section cut through the stairs off the elevated slab for the high density files. Are the stairs to be concrete over polystyrene?

S110 See G8/A220. It shows metal decking but polystyrene is acceptable.

65 Sheet S-110 calls for new composite beams to be installed on the 10th floor. Please provide the maximum weight capacity for loading the 10th floor during installation.

S110 Girders may be staged on the floor at 3' on center, perpendicualtr to the driection of the framing, Allowing them to be staged on the flor prior to installation. The may be stage similarly after the girders are installed.

66 There is a mention of a GSA hosted pre-construction conference and a separate mention of a partnering session to be held in Charleston, SC. Who is responsible for hosting the partnering session?

This is an error. There is no partnering session being held at the time. One can be arranged wtih the awarded contractor should they need assistance in meeting their subcontracting goals.

67 There is no spec provided for the linoleum flooring. Spec 09 6500 HAs been updated to include the sheet linoleum

68 Please confirm that a site office trailer is not required. A job trailer is not required.

69 Please confirm if a project engineer is one of the required personnel for this project. yes 70 Section 23 0923 Part 1.01 states: “The proposed system shall be an extension of the existing building automation system” and “all modifications to the existing INETSupervisor system and building and system graphics to incorporate the work described under this project specification shall be included.” Who takes care of the current INETSupervisor system?

Section 23 0923 Part 1.01

· The O&M (Brooks Range) has a contract with the BAS approved vendor (OPIX Systems) that maintains this BAS type (FYI). They call Jim Leaper at 702-400-7507.

71 Per the site visit, there was mention of a required fire sprinkler company. Please provide a list of all the required/preferred contractors.

The recommended FP company is Optimum. They are the company used by the O/M contractor. The system is very finicky and Optimum is most familar with not setting the system off or shutting it down resulting in costly alternative FP requirements such as fire watch.

72 The concrete pumping and steel hoisting on the 10th floor required windows to be removed. Are we to make assumptions or will there be a note added to the drawings addressing this?

The delivery of materials to the 10th floor is a means and methods issue. We anticipate the need to remove balcony doors to faclitate this, but actual method is up to the cotractor and should be coorinated with the building manager.

73 The current price proposal form includes a section for conveying systems, masonry and special construction. Based on the drawings and specs, there appears to be no scope for these division. Can you confirm that these divisions will not be used?

These section should be disregarded.

74 Can you confirm that window repair costs will not be included in the base bid and that it will be addressed via the unit cost?

yes, addressed via unit pricing

75 Please confirm that there is no exterior stone cladding scope on this project. confirmed 76 There is reference to lockers in both the project manual and on A112B on the drawings. However, the drawing only references lockers with no depiction to allow a contractor to quantify the extent of the scope. Please provide additional information or confirm that lockers are not used on this project.

A112B The locker spec, 10 5100 has been updated to include double tier lockers. Bid 36 of these units whic will be placed along the walls of the corridors area.

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77 The project manual specifies INETSystems. Will an alternative LON provider be considered?

No

78 The Solicitation references an Attachment A PPQ that appears to be missing. Please provide PPQ form Attachment A.

This document will be added in the Amendment.

79 Will the government accept PPQs on a format other than Attachment A (such as NAVFAC Form PPQ-0)?

Yes, as long as reference contacts are provided and owner feedback is included.

80 There are two different A020 drawings with minor differences (one dated 11/20/20 and one dated 11/13/20). The newer version (dated 11/20/20) does not include an opening number for USPS Mail Room on Floor 18. Which drawing is correct?

A correct update to A020 will be provided, but the USPS openings are no longer part of the project.

81 Most drawings do not include scales. Please provide scaled drawings. The scale of the floor plan blow-ups (A,B,C sheets for each floor) is 1/8"=1'-0"

82 Regarding Unit Cost #3, please provide the specification section for which the unit price should meet. The current designation in the unit price description is “XXXX”.

Spec 08 8000 will be provided in addendum

83 For Unit Cost #4, please confirm that no hazardous materials should be assumed. confirmed 84 For Unit Cost #5, please provide a pipe size to assume for ACM abatement. The diameter of pipe encapsulated by the ACM will greatly affect the price.

4 inches in diameter, or less

85 For Unit Cost #7, please specify what type of interior sealant should be priced. No sealants specification is included in the project documents.

See 2.01.A of Section 07 9005 in the project manual

86 Proposal form: within the proposal form under “Construction Phase Mark-ups” the form states, …” this proposed overhead percentage shall be inclusive of all Contractor and Subcontractor overhead, general and administrative (G&A), bonds, insurance fees, all other direct costs and commission and other associated fees.” Because offeror(s) are not privileged to subcontractor overhead and profit rates at the time of proposal, please confirm offerors are to provide only the prime contractor’s proposed overhead and profit rates (see also question below related to Allowable Subcontractor Overhead and Profit).

Yes. The purpose of this calculation is to determine the contractor's general conditions rate should a change order dealing with time exist. The subcontractor can provide general conditions if they are affected, though this is typically not likely to be approved as it is an exception, not a guarantee.

87 Allowable Subcontractor Overhead and Profit: For this contract please confirm the maximum allowable subcontractor overhead and profit percentage rates for changes is 10% overhead and 10% profit or a variable therein not to exceed 20% OHP. IF this is not correct, please provide the maximum allowable markups subcontractors will be allowed for changes.

Correct. The maximum of overhead is 10% and the maximum for profit is 10% totaling 20% for the two.

88 Proposal Form Item G (Commission) Mark-up applied to Subcontractor’s work:

Please confirm offeror is to propose a rate with specific consideration for the equitable adjustment stipulations / limitations for mark-up as defined by 552.243-71-equitable-adjustments, subparagraphs (h)(1) through (h)(9).

Correct.

89 The Construction Phase Markups section of the states that the percentage markups submitted are inclusive of ALL Contractor and Subcontractor markup. There are line items for Contractor Markups and Commission on Subcontractor’s Work, but no lines for Subcontractor Markup. Since the FAR dictates Subcontractor Markup, may we assume that Subcontractor Markup will be per the FAR?

Yes, subcontractor markup will be based on the FAR.

90 The Phasing Diagram on G004 does not match the work sequence described in specification section 011000. Drawing G004 lists Phases 1 and 2 while Specification Section 011000 only describes Phase 2. Should Phases 1 and 1A shown on G004 be Phase 2A? Please clarify the phasing.

I've updated the phasing sheet and will compile it with a new A118, A325 and AI118 to issues as an addendum with the spec corrections needed.

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91 It is our understanding that the firm will NOT need to replace the gasket and seal at any of the windows on the 2nd floor, that they are in fine condition. Please confirm if this scope is to be included or excluded.

WR102 Correct

92 During our sitewalk we saw numerous open penetrations in bot the slab and fire rated partitions. A thorough field study would need to be performed in order to quantify the magnitude of cost. Please confirm we are either to exclude this scope of work from our price, or please provide an allowance that all GCs can carry to cover this scope of work.

I suggest we add a unit price for patching existing cores <2" and >2" in diameter.

93 During our sitewalk we saw significant damage to ductwork insulation on lines scheduled to remain. A thorough field study would need to be performed in order to quantify the magnitude of cost. Please confirm we are either to exclude this scope of work from our price, or please provide an allowance that all GCs can carry to cover this scope of work.

Existing ductwork and piping that is to remain does not need to be repaired .

94 Please confirm the Owner is providing and installing all furniture systems, and will provide the GC with whips

Richard needs to confirm this with the Furniture Vendor

95 Please confirm if there is a water source available for the security and construction trailers.

No Trailers are required.

96 The only points list are found on M7.00 assumed for the Trane as there is no reference to VRF and drawing M7.01. This drawing does reference VRF. Please provide control points list for the following:

a.) VRF DOAS b.) WSHP c.) Standard FCUs d.) UFFCUs

M7.00 - M7.

upated sheet A7.01 is provided.

97 The level of security clearance is a deciding factor as to whether or not we propose on the job. Can you tell me if the language stating the job is Secret clearance is going to be removed?

Contractors will have to go through the HSPD-12 clearance process, but will not be required to have their company obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance.

98 We plan on having 2 dumpsters on site, one will be strictly for recyclables. Will there be room for both or do we need to coordinate to use the building's dumpster and a recyclable?

Stated during the walkthrough, there is space for 3 rolling dumpsters at the loading doc. The GC will need to coordinate with the other contractors working in the building.

99 The Solicitation states the total submission should not exceed 14 8-1/2” x 11” pages (not including Cover Letter, Table of Contents, or Section Separators, Subcontracting Plan, Resumes). Are the Past Performance Questionnaires excluded from the page count as well?

Yes

100 For the Secured Work Space Coordinator, does this have to be a separate security company or does the General Contractor cover this position?

The Secured Work Space Coordinator is a requirement for the GC's team. This can be a consultant or a subcontractor. The qualification is an individual or firm that has experience building out a Secured Work Space (SCIF). This individual or firm will ensure all of the requirements, inculding extensive inspections, are met.

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101 At the Pre-Bid Site Visit, the building manager mentioned the mandatory use of their vendor for fire protection. What is the name of that company?

See question 25

102 The Revised Scope of Work calls for BIM Coordination: (1) Is the GC responsible for taking the Lead or will the Architect? (2) Can we offer BIM as an VE/ Deduct? (3) does the 346 day Construction schedule begin after approved BIM Drawings or upon award of the contract? (4) Will Scans of the Building be provided by the Architect or will it be the responsibility of the GC?

1)GC 2)Yes 3)at NTP 4)A/E will provid architectual revit model with GC signed release.

103 SOW shows phase 1: Data Infrastructure & SWS and Phase 2: Main Project. Are we to break out our proposal by phases?

SOW No

104 Please clarify if the Sprayed Insulation (072129) is required on the concrete structure throughout the entire project, including above the new acoustical ceilings or is it required just where exposed to view?

Yes. The spray insulation is critical to dampening the noise from fan coil units in the covered areas of the ceiling.

105 The project manual includes spec sections for both stainless steel toilet partitions and plastic laminate. Since the drawings don’t show plastic laminate partitions, can you confirm that they are not required on this project?

The project will only use stainless steel partitions

106 In Factor I – Past Performance, the RFP states to “include performance recognition documents received within the last 7 years such as awards, award fee determinations, customer letters of commendation, and any other forms of performance recognition.” Are these performance recognition documents only to be provided for the 2-3 projects offerors list in Factor I? Or may offerors provide performance recognition documents received within the last 7 years for any project?

The offerors may provide any awards or commendations and they do not count against any page maximums.