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This is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) log for federal solicitation 6923G526R0094 addressing clarifications on the Construction of a New Administration Building and Maintenance Garage in Massena, NY. The Q&A document contains 133 questions and answers addressing technical, procurement, and administrative requirements across multiple disciplines including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, access control, and site logistics.
Key clarifications include: ACMU texture specifications (Ground Face rather than Decro Face); room finishes, signage, fire extinguisher locations, and ADA compliance requirements; plumbing fixture details (undermount sinks, counter-mounted soap dispensers); roofing system specifications (ATAS Field-Lok 2" standing seam panels for 1/2:12 pitch, EPDM membrane revisions from 90-mil Carlisle Sure-Tough to Sure-Seal EPDM with polyisocyanurate insulation); sectional door specifications (Model 850 rather than Model 598); lighting fixture schedule corrections and room-by-room clarifications; electrical duct bank and conduit details; trench drain plumbing locations and dimensions; fire alarm and access control integration requirements with GLS existing systems (PIV readers, CCTV, door hardware supplier responsibilities); and site access requirements including personnel security clearance and badging procedures. Additional clarifications address utility tie-in coordination, temporary and permanent fencing specifications, material disposal locations (on-site for clean materials, off-site for other removals), differing site conditions procedures for unsuitable material excavation, Buy American requirements, bid bond requirements (20% of bid price or $3,000,000 whichever is less using SF24), past performance reference standards (75% completion minimum for ongoing projects), and winter operations cost inclusion for meeting the substantial completion deadline. The Government will not disclose the Independent Government Cost Estimate, extend the proposal due date of September 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST, accept Pre-Engineered Metal Building substitutions, or review product substitution requests during the RFP phase; formal submittal review and approval occurs post-award.
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| 6923G526R0094 - GLS Administration Building & Maintenance Garage Construction |
| Questions & Answers |
| # | Question | Answer |
| 1 | Just wanted to clarify the texture of the 4x8x16 Veneer ACMU’s? The Wall Sections for both the Admin. & Maint. Building’s call out for “Decro Face” ACMU’s but, Specification Section 04200; Sub-section 2.1; A. calls out for “Ground face - Thunder Road”. Please note that “Thunder Road” is available for either “Decro face” -or- “Ground face” texture – Please confirm which texture I should quote. (Note: Ground face is approx. 20% more expensive that Decro face) | The texture of these should be "Ground Face". Updated wall section drawings (A200-A301) with correct callouts shown in the addendum. |
| 2 | Rooms 108, 108A, 111, 111A, 116, 133, 134, 137, and 139 have no finishes shown on the finish schedule. Please provide finishes for these rooms. | As reflected in revised drawings and specifications |
| 3 | Neither the drawings nor the specifications show fire extinguishers, please provide a specification and location details. | As reflected in updated drawing G101. |
| 4 | There are no ADA signs or any signs in general shown and no specs. Please provide a signage spec and sign schedule. | See "ADA Signage" on G100. |
| 5 | Drawing A411 shows a countertop and has black undermount sinks called out, but the plumbing drawings seem to imply that the sinks are wall mount. | Drawing A411 takes precedence. P001 drawing has been revised. |
| 6 | The in-wall soap dispensers called out on Drawings A410 and A411 are not shown on the drawings. Is the intention for three, one per sink, or two centered between the sinks? | These are changed to counter-mounted soap dispensers. As reflected in revised drawings A410 and A411. |
| 7 | Does the project require BAA or BABA procurement? | Offerors shall comply with the following clauses and provisions incorporated into the solicitation: |
FAR 52.225-9 Buy American – Construction Materials (Alt I) (Deviation)
FAR 52.225-10 Notice of Buy American Requirement – Construction Materials
FAR 52.225-11 Buy American – Construction Materials under Trade Agreements (Deviation)
FAR 52.225-12 Notice of Buy American Requirement – Construction Materials Under Trade Agreements (Alt II)
| 8 | Is the furniture shown on the drawings owner furnished? | Loose furniture items such as chairs, desks, and tables will be supplied by GLS. Millwork such as counters, cabinetry and the lobby desk countertop features are included in the scope. |
| 9 | Drawing A411, elevation A calls for the flooring to be FT-3, however elevation 1 indicates that it is to be a painted floor. If the floor is tile, what is the PT-1 referencing? | PT-1 refers to the baseboard. It shall be painted to match the wall. In the updated drawings, this material call out has been changed to B-6. |
| 10 | Drawing A411, elevation A calls for stalls with integrated privacy floor stalls, however the elevations 2 and 3 show standard stalls with the gap at the bottom, which is correct? | Integrated Privacy refers to privacy strips integrated into the hinge and latch sides. Please see the attached brochure from ASI Partitions, which is used as the basis of design. |
| 11 | There is a detail for the construction fence, however not for the permanent fence. Please provide details for the permanent fence. | Please refer to specification section 323119 - Security Fencing and Gates. The basis of design product is shown in Section 2.1 as it matches the aesthetic of the adjacent Visitor Center. Alternate suppliers that meet the salient features are acceptable. Fencing foundation requirements are noted in section 3.3 D. |
| 12 | Drawing A411 seems to indicate that the Dekton floor tile is to be 3’x12’ running the full width of the bathroom. Please confirm the intended size of the Dekton floor tile. | For pricing and proposal submission purposes, offerors shall base their bids on Dekton floor tile dimensions of 4'x8' in the sink area and 4'x12' in the toilet area. The successful Contractor is responsible for field-verifying exact dimensions prior to ordering material and performing any necessary cutting to achieve the equal panel layout shown in the drawings. All costs associated with field-verification, custom cutting, and material waste must be included in the offeror's firm-fixed-price proposal. |
| 13 | S3 does not seem to be on the drawings, please provide location(s). | S3 is not used; an updated drawing eliminating unused details issued in Addendum. |
| 14 | Drawing A601 seems to indicate all windows will have solid surface windowsills, is that correct? | Yes, that is correct. |
| 15 | Section 10 75 00 Flagpoles, does not call out engineering for structural calculations. Is an engineer required for the structural calculations on this project? | Foundations for flagpoles have been designed by WSP. No foundation calculations are required. |
| 16 | I am reaching out to inquire if this new facility will have a need for vehicle lifts or equipment. I do not see anything in the plans, but thought I would check to see if this was anything that would be of interest. | The new facility will not have a need for vehicle lifts. |
| 17 | Could we get clarification on the unlabeled walls? I was looking through both the admin and maintenance buildings and there are walls that are not labeled. | See revised drawings with wall labels for both buildings. |
| 18 | Does this require a bid bond? Or any bidding insurance requirements? It only states in the RFP insurance after the award. | Offerors are not required to submit performance bond, payment bond, or COI with your initial proposal. If selected for award, those documents will be due within 10 days of contract award. An offer guarantee (bid bond) must be submitted with your proposal. The bid bond must be 20% of your proposed price or $3,000,000 whichever is less. |
| 19 | The contract documents indicate trench drains associated with the Maintenance Garage; however, we have been unable to locate sufficient information identifying the complete trench drain dimensions and layout. Please provide or identify the applicable drawing/detail showing the trench drain locations, total lengths, width/depth, elevations and slopes, grate requirements/load rating, outlet sizes and locations, and connection points to the waste system. Please also clarify whether the trench drain is intended to be a manufactured system or a cast-in-place concrete trench with separate grate/frame assembly | See drawing PM 100 for trench drain plumbing details and specification. Drawing SM101 will be updated to dimension the location shown. |
| 20 | When doing the counts for the lighting for this project, we found that the luminaire schedule does not match the drawings. Is there another schedule? Multiple lights are missing from it or the plans are not labeled correctly. Please advise on how we should proceed for bidding purposes. | See updated Architectural and Electrical schedules in Addendum. |
| 21 | Specification: Section 283101 |
Comment: Please consider our Potter Line as an equal for this bid. Please see attached documentation. Potter offers a true Peer to Peer network and is nonproprietary.
| We also have our Honeywell Lines, but they do not offer a network interface for computer control as noted in spec section. 1.3 A 14. If this section is not required, we can offer the following by Honeywell. • Farenhyt • FireLite • Silent Knight. | The Government will not review, evaluate, or approve product submittals or substitution requests during the RFP phase. As established in Specification Section 012500, references to specific manufacturers or catalog numbers establish a Basis of Design for quality and performance standards only. Equivalent products are acceptable provided they conform to the specified salient characteristics. For pricing purposes, offerors must base their proposals on systems that strictly meet all criteria, integrations, and performance requirements detailed within the Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings. Formal submittal review and approval will occur post-award. | ||
| 22 | With respect to Solicitation Number 6923G526R0094, please confirm the requirements of the Offer Guarantee to accompany responses to the RFP. If a Bid Bond is acceptable, please confirm the amount of the bid guarantee (i.e., percent of bid price or dollar amount) and specify whether a specific bond form is required. | An offer guarantee (bid bond) must be submitted with your proposal. The bid bond must be 20% of your proposed price or $3,000,000 whichever is less. Standard Form 24 shall be utilized. | |
| 23 | Lighting fixture type M1 is listed on the directory as a recessed grid fixture but it is shown in a room with sheetrock ceiling. Should this be a surface mount or pendant fixture instead? | This will be surface mounted to the sheetrock ceiling. | |
| 24 | There are no M-2 through M-4 fixtures anywhere in the floor plans. Please advise | As reflected in revised drawings and specifications M-2 and M-4 have been eliminated. | |
| 25 | There is no P-1 fixture on the floor plan. There’s a 4’ P2 and a 6’ P2. Can I assume that the 4’ P2 is actually a P1? | P1 is the pendant fixture in the conference room 103. | |
| 26 | There’s no P4 fixture on the floor plan. Please advise. | P4 are the pendant fixtures used in the break room 117. | |
| 27 | There is an A3 fixture shown in the server room on drawing EA101 and it’s shown as an R3 fixture on drawing A700. Which is it? If it is to be A3, be advised that A3 type does not exist on the schedule. | As reflected in revised drawings and specifications. Fixtures on original A700 drawing are correct. | |
| 28 | There is no A1 fixture on the floor plan but it is shown on the schedule. Please advise | A1 removed from the schedule as reflected in revised drawings and specifications | |
| 29 | There are several rooms shown on EA101 with lighting type U that are type G on the reflected ceiling plan A700. Which is correct? Type G fixtures do not appear at all on the floor plans, only the schedule. Please advise. | As reflected in revised drawings and specifications. Fixtures on original A700 drawing are correct. | |
| 30 | There is no type U2, U3, or UC fixture on the floor plan, only on the schedule. The U4 fixture shown on EA101 show up in several different lengths. Please advise. | Schedule updated to state that U4 fixture length is per floor plans. | |
| 31 | Break room 117 on drawing EA101 has a different lighting layout and different lighting types than drawing A700. Which is correct? | As reflected in revised drawings and specifications. Fixtures on original A700 drawing are correct. | |
| 32 | Lighting type V1 does not appear on any floor plan. Only the schedule. Please advise. | V1 removed from the schedule on drawing E604. | |
| 33 | Fixture VT in the maintenance building drawing EM101 does not appear on the fixture schedule. Please advise. | See updated drawing EM101. VT1 removed. | |
| 34 | Drawing E603 shows a 4” PVC conduit with two 3”-3 cell innerduct for DB-9 and the detail on the same page shows one new innerduct in an existing conduit. Which is it? | Duct bank schedule and elevation aligned via addendum on drawing E603. | |
| 35 | Drawing E603 shows one 4” PVC with (3) #2 EPR 15KV & (1)#2 gnd for DB-A1 and the detail on same page shows (4) 4” PVC for same duct bank. Which is it? | Duct bank schedule and elevation aligned via addendum on drawing E603. | |
| 36 | I am putting together a proposal to bid some of the electrical gear on this RFP. However, I wanted to reach out with an RFI about the Building Automation System requirements. I see that Siemens, Trane and Alerton are the 3 preferred venders for the BAS system, however, Schneider Electric also has a robust BAS portfolio that can meet the requirements here. I wanted to see if it was possible to get this opened up to include Schneider Electric as an approved equal supplier for the BAS portion of the bid? | The Government will not review, evaluate, or approve product submittals or substitution requests during the RFP phase. As established in the SOW, Specifications, and Drawings references to specific manufacturers or catalog numbers establish a Basis of Design for quality and performance standards only. Equivalent products are acceptable provided they conform to the specified salient characteristics. For pricing purposes, offerors must base their proposals on systems that strictly meet all criteria, integrations, and performance requirements detailed within the Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings. Formal submittal review and approval will occur post-award. | |
| 37 | Is the flush mount curb intended to go around the entire parking lot? | Yes, per General Sheet Note 2 on CS101. | |
| 38 | Per page CS101 the sidewalk has 6” of granular fill however detail 5 on CS501 shows 14” of granular fill. Which depth shall be used? | 6" depth shall be used. As reflected in revised drawings and specifications. | |
| 39 | Are all removals leaving the site or do they have to be disposed of on-site? | GLS has a designated location for on-site disposal of project related clean solid, concrete and asphalt materials approximately one mile from the work site. All other removals must be disposed off of offsite. | |
| 40 | What is the finish floor elevation? | Finished floor elevation is 247.00. Will note on structural floor plan. | |
| 41 | The scrap metal, metal shed, fencing, and other miscellaneous materials within the construction footprint onsite currently, is it on the contractor to remove all the materials currently onsite? Is there a specific location for the scrap metal to go? | It is on the contractor to remove and dispose from the site all of the lock covers which includes the curtain wall structures that form a barrier along the west and north edges. The metal shed and fencing within the site will be removed by GLS prior to mobilization. The contractor must provide GLS quantities by weight for scrapped metal. | |
| 42 | Please clarify information for the Access control and CCTV. |
• Who supplies
• Model numbers The Contractor shall supply:
- PIV readers that are compatible with integrating into existing system and meets IT security requirements. The current PIV readers are HID multiCLASS (Model Number RP40N-6408-300). These are to be located at each exterior door (both buildings), the access door to the Server Room and at the vehicle entrance lift gate access point pedestal.
- Door hardware and locking mechanism associated with the access control PIV reader door locations.
- Vehicle entrance lift gate pedestal.
- Vehicle transit reader located at the vehicle entrance lift gate pedestal that is compatible with integrating into GLS's existing system and meets IT security requirements. The current model used is Nedap 9215689.
- Cabling back to the Server Room for access control items.
- Cabling back to the Server Room for all camera locations.
- Cabling back to the Server Room for all network jack locations.
GLS will supply:
- Cameras
- Access control boards that integrate to GLS's access control system.
The access control components and CCTV will be integrated by GLS into existing system used by GLS.
| 43 | Can the government please release the magnitude of construction considered for this project? | |
| Under the recent FAR RFO updates, the requirement to disclose the magnitude of construction projects under FAR Part 36 has been removed. The Government will not disclose its internal estimating practices, the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), or an estimated magnitude of construction. Offerors must base their firm-fixed-price proposals solely on the requirements, systems, and details provided in the Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings. | ||
| 44 | For the past performance projects, what is the minimum dollar value the government considers to relevant in size and scope? | The solicitation does not establish a strict minimum dollar threshold. As stated in the RFP, submitted references must be of "similar scope, magnitude, and complexity" to the requirements detailed in the Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings. Offerors should use their best judgment to submit past projects that best demonstrate their capability to successfully execute a ground-up building and maintenance garage of this scale. |
| 45 | Will the government please provide a copy of the site visit sign-in sheet and the minutes of the meeting? | The site visit sign-in sheet is included, there are no meeting minutes to provide. |
| 46 | Will the government consider extending the proposal due date in order to properly address all RFP requirements? | The Government does not intend to extend the proposal due date. All proposals must be submitted no later than September 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST in accordance with the solicitation instructions. |
| 47 | Structural System / PEMB |
The drawings appear to indicate primarily a conventional/structural steel building system. Would the Government permit the Administration Building and/or Maintenance Garage to be furnished as a complete pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) system in lieu of the structural system currently detailed, provided the PEMB is engineered to meet all specified loads, dimensions, architectural requirements, performance criteria, exterior finishes, and applicable codes?
If a PEMB system would be considered, please confirm whether it may be submitted as an approved substitution in accordance with Specification Section 01 25 00.
| The SOW requires construction in accordance with the approved A/E design and requires deviations to be submitted as an RFI or formal substitution request. | No. The Government will not accept a Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) as a substitution for the conventional structural steel system detailed in the drawings. A change of this magnitude constitutes a fundamental redesign of the facility's structural, foundation, and architectural systems, which exceeds the scope of a standard product substitution. Offerors must base their firm-fixed-price proposals strictly on the 100% architectural and engineering design provided in the solicitation. | |
| 48 | Maintenance Garage Trench Drains: |
Please provide clarification regarding the trench drains indicated for the Maintenance Garage. We have been unable to locate sufficient information establishing the complete dimensions and layout.
Please provide or identify the applicable drawing/detail showing:
Trench drain locations and total lengths Width and depth Invert elevations and required slopes Grate type and load rating Outlet sizes and locations Connection points to the sanitary/waste system Required trench drain manufacturer/product, if applicable Whether the drains are intended to be manufactured trench-drain systems or cast-in-place concrete trenches with separate frames and grates
| This clarification is necessary for coordination between the concrete and plumbing scopes. | See answer to question 19. | |
| 49 | Temporary Construction Fence |
The specifications appear to contain requirements for both driven-post and panelized temporary fencing.
Please clarify whether the required temporary construction fence is to be:
Driven-post temporary chain-link fencing;
Freestanding/panelized temporary fencing; or A combination of the two depending on location.
Please also identify the locations requiring each system, if both are required.
| The SOW specifically requires temporary fencing with screening to secure the construction work areas. | Temporary fencing shall be freestanding/panelized to allow for relocating during construction. | |
| 50 | Permanent Fence – Ornamental Steel vs. Black Chain Link |
Please clarify the required permanent 8'-0" high fence system. There appears to be a conflict between:
Section 32 31 19 – Ornamental Steel Fence and
Section 32 31 13 – Chain Link Fence
Please confirm whether the new permanent 8'-0" high fencing is intended to be ornamental steel fencing or black chain-link fencing. If both systems are required, please identify the locations/limits of each system on the drawings.
| The SOW includes permanent fencing and fencing alterations as part of the civil/site work. | Please review addendum 1 drawings and specifications. Drawings call for Security Fencing that matches specification 323119 Security Fencing and Gates. Specification 323113 is related to the temporary construction fence called out on CD101 and associated details. | |
| 51 | Magnitude of Construction |
We have been unable to locate a stated Magnitude of Construction in the solicitation documents. Please confirm the Government's estimated construction magnitude/range for this project.
We recognize that Amendment 00001 revised the NAICS 236220 small-business size standard to $45,000,000, which we understand is the applicable size standard and not the Government's estimated construction magnitude.
Please provide clarification on the above items so Guardian and our subcontractors can prepare proposals based on a consistent interpretation of the contract documents.
| Under the recent FAR RFO updates, the requirement to disclose the magnitude of construction projects under FAR Part 36 has been removed. The Government will not disclose its internal estimating practices, the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), or an estimated magnitude of construction. Offerors must base their firm-fixed-price proposals solely on the requirements, systems, and details provided in the Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings. | |
| 52 | The bid drawings show various loose furniture items throughout the administration building, and the general notes state that drawn furniture is contractor-provided unless noted otherwise. Could you please clarify if the loose furniture package is the General Contractor’s responsibility? |
| If it is included in the GC scope, please let us know if there are additional furniture specifications, schedules, basis-of-design products, or finish selections available beyond the architectural drawings. We located the Division 12 specifications for built-in casework and countertops, but did not find specifications for loose furniture. | Loose furniture items such as chairs, desks, and tables will be supplied by GLS. Millwork such as counters, cabinetry, and the lobby desk countertop features are included in the scope. | ||
| 53 | The sanitary and venting are specified as PVC. Is PVC also acceptable for the oil & waste piping from the trench drains? | Yes, PVC is acceptable for Oil and waste piping from trench drains. | |
| 54 | There is no piping material spec for the condensate. Is PVC acceptable? | Yes, condensate is typically PVC. | |
| 55 | Is the domestic water heater piping schematic just for WH-1? Does the schematic apply to WH-2? Does WH-2 get an expansion tank? | Yes, this is a generic piping detail for WH's. The only exception is WH-2 does not require a recirc pump. | |
| 56 | Do you want the thermostatic mixing valve at WH-1? or at WH-2? | It would go at both, all water heaters by code are required to be protected by a TMV. | |
| 57 | Personnel Security / Fingerprinting: Please confirm the complete security clearance and site-access |
process required for all contractor and subcontractor personnel, including fingerprinting, required forms/documentation, processing location, and anticipated processing time. For local contractors, applicants must respond to 180 Andrews Street, Massena, NY for completion of fingerprints and other required forms. Additionally, all Applicants must provide and up to date resume. If completing the process locally, the turnaround time is approximately 3-4 weeks. All contractors and/or subcontractors must undergo a background investigation.
The contractor will be expected to commence coordination with GLS Chief of Security immediately upon contract award to initiate the background investigation and badging process as notated in the Statement of Work.
| 58 | Out-of-State Personnel: Please confirm the security and fingerprinting requirements for out-of-state | |
| personnel, including whether an in-person appearance is required and where the process must be completed. | An in-person appearance is not required for out-of-state contractors and/or subcontractors. Fingerprints can be completed anywhere at the cost of the contractor. GLS will mail the required forms for signature. All Applicants must provide and up to date resume. The turnaround time for out-of-state Applicants is approximately 4-6 weeks. | |
| 59 | Escort Requirements: Please confirm whether one approved/cleared employee may escort up to five | |
| workers, and clarify the requirements, limitations, and duration of this escort arrangement. | One cleared employee may escort up to five contractors while awaiting the completion of the background investigation. This does not forgo the requirement for the background investigation, all contractors must undergo a background investigation. | |
| 60 | Existing Scrap Metal / Stored Material: Please confirm whether the existing scrap metal, stored steel, |
racks, and miscellaneous materials within the construction area will be removed by the Government prior to
| construction or are part of the Contractor's scope. | See answer to question 41. | |
| 61 | Existing Shed & Steel Racks: Please confirm the demolition limits for the existing shed and steel storage |
racks at the Maintenance Garage area, including whether removed materials are to be salvaged, relocated,
| recycled, or disposed of by the Contractor. | See answer to question 41. | |
| 62 | Fire Alarm Approved Equal: Specification Section 28 31 01, Paragraph 1.3.A.14 appears to require a |
network interface for computer control. Please confirm whether this functionality is required. If required, please confirm whether the proposed Potter AFC-1000E / PotterNet system may be accepted as an approved
| equal. | See answer to question 21. | |
| 63 | Alternate Fire Alarm Manufacturers: If the computer-control/network interface requirement is not required, |
please confirm whether Honeywell Farenhyt, Fire-Lite, and/or Silent Knight systems may also be accepted as
| approved equals. | See answer to question 21. | |
| 64 | Access Control & CCTV Scope: Please clarify the complete Access Control and CCTV requirements, |
including who is responsible for furnishing the equipment, required manufacturers/model numbers, device
| quantities/locations, and the Contractor's required scope of work. | See answer to question 42. | |
| 65 | Access Control / CCTV Existing-System Interface: Please confirm whether the new Access Control and |
CCTV systems are required to interface with an existing Government system/head-end. If so, please provide the existing manufacturer/system, credential type, required communication/interface protocol, programming
| requirements, and point of connection. | See answer to question 42. | |
| 66 | Fire Alarm Network / IT Responsibility: If the fire alarm computer/network interface is required, please |
clarify who is responsible for providing the network connection, Ethernet ports, IP addresses, network switches, workstation/computer, software licenses, and other IT infrastructure required for the system. See answer to question 42.
See spec section 283101
The fire alarm system shall integrate into the GLS phone system using DACT and analog to session initiation protocol (SIP) adapter to dial GLS's operations center when an alarm is activated.
Contractor shall provide and configure the DACT.
GLS will provide and configure the analog to SIP device as well as configuring the GLS phone system to accommodate routing the DACT.
67 Utility Tie-In Information: Please confirm the exact points of connection and available capacities for the new Administration Building and Maintenance Garage utilities, including electrical, domestic water, sanitary,
| communications/data, and other required building services. | Exact tie-in will require contractor coordination with utility providers. Shown tie-in locations are assumed and approximated. | |
| 68 | Utility Shutdowns / Tie-Ins: Please identify any restrictions, notification requirements, Government |
coordination requirements, or allowable work periods associated with utility shutdowns and tie-ins to existing
| operational systems. | Utility shutdowns will have to coordinated with GLS and the responsible utility. (e.g., NYPA for electrical). | |
| 69 | Known Environmental Conditions: Considering the existing use of the construction area for storage of |
scrap steel and miscellaneous materials, please confirm whether the Government is aware of any contaminated soil, petroleum contamination, hazardous materials, or other environmental conditions within
| the proposed construction limits. | The government is not aware of any contaminated soil, petroleum contamination, hazardous materials or other environmental conditions within the proposed construction limits. | |
| 70 | Unknown Contaminated / Unsuitable Material: If contaminated or otherwise unsuitable material is |
encountered during excavation, please clarify whether removal and disposal will be handled as a differing site
| condition/change or whether the Contractor is expected to include an allowance for this work. | If unknown contaminated or unsuitable materials are encountered during excavation, the issue will be handled in accordance with FAR clause 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions. The Contractor must provide prompt written notice to the Contracting Officer before the conditions are disturbed, as required by the clause. | |
| 71 | Construction Access / Work Hours: Please confirm allowable construction work hours, gate/access hours, |
weekend work restrictions, delivery restrictions, vehicle inspection requirements, and any periods during
| which construction activities may be restricted due to Eisenhower Lock operations. | The contractor will be able to propose a schedule to the COR for approval. All contractors will be expected to go through a background check process. Once through this process contractors will be issued an ID card that will give them access to required vehicle gates. | |
| 72 | Delivery / Temporary Personnel Access: Please clarify the security and access requirements applicable to |
truck drivers, material suppliers, manufacturer representatives, testing agencies, and other personnel
| requiring temporary site access. | A vetted employee of the contractor will need to escort those requiring temporary site access. | |
| 73 | Laydown / Staging Areas: Please confirm the areas available to the Contractor for material laydown, | |
| equipment storage, dumpsters, construction trailers, subcontractor parking, and temporary facilities. | The contractor is responsible for proposing laydown/ staging areas for approval by the GLS COR. In addition to the the project area itself, GLS will consider allowing up to an additional 75' north of the existing project area into the paved parking area for the Visitor Center, and south of the project area into the vegetated area (within the overall perimeter fencing). The laydown areas shall not affect GLS employee access to facilities, the safety of GLS employees, other contractors or the public. The contractor shall remain responsible for restoring vegetated areas disturbed by the performance of their work and protecting existing facilities including the Visitor Center parking lot. | |
| 74 | Temporary Utilities: Please confirm whether temporary electrical power and water will be available from |
existing Government facilities during construction or whether the Contractor is required to furnish all
| temporary power, water, and associated distribution. | GLS will not provide any utilities. | |
| 75 | Existing Utility Information / Locates: Please confirm whether the Government will provide available record |
drawings or surveys identifying existing underground utilities and whether Government personnel will assist
| with locating Government-owned utilities prior to excavation. | The contractor will be responsible for obtaining underground utility clearances via the UDig NY (formerly 811) and GLS’s dig permit processes. GLS will identify and mark its facilities. | |
| 76 | Fire Alarm Monitoring: Please identify the required method of fire alarm monitoring/communication and |
whether the new systems are required to report to an existing Government monitoring station or facility. If so,
| please provide the required interface and communication requirements. | See answer to question 66. | |
| 77 | Testing / Commissioning / Training: Please clarify the required final testing, acceptance, programming, |
commissioning, training, and Government/AHJ witnessing requirements for the fire alarm, access control, and
| CCTV systems, including responsibility for coordination with applicable Government security/fire personnel. | See answer to questions 42 and 66. Provide acceptance testing and training in accordance with NFPA-72 and as outlined on the Contract Documents. Acceptance testing and training shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative. | |
| 78 | Additional Site Security / Access Requirements: Please confirm whether there are any additional sitespecific |
security, badging, escort, personnel-access, or construction-access requirements not otherwise
| identified in the solicitation documents. | See answers to questions 57, 58, and 59. | |
| 79 | Spec. Section 074113 Metal Roof Panels: This is written around Atas Field-Lok 1 1/2". It should be noted |
that Atas does not recommend installing their standing seam panel on roof structures with a roof pitch of no less than 2 on 12. Drawing SA105 shows the South High Roof and the North High Roof having a pitch of only a 1/2 on 12 which far exceeds the minimum recommended pitch. It's been our concern that these 2 roofs will definitely have issues with water infiltrating the standing seam roofs with such a shallow pitch. We never see standing seam roofs specified on roofs structures with a pitch less than a 2 on 12. We also believe that all standing seam panel manufacturers recommend not installing their panels on roofs with a pitch less than a 2
| on 12. Please advise. | Spec Section 074113 revised to Atas Field-Lok 2" with sealant and sent out in an addendum. The 2" panel is rated for 1/2:12 pitch. | |
| 80 | Drawing A503: The standing seam roof systems shown on drawing A503 list a 6-mil vapor barrier installed |
directly to the metal deck. We would also recommend that a high temperature underlayment be installed over
| the 1/2" coverboard. Please advise. | Agreed. ATAS ATA-Shield or equivalent underlayment directly over the 1/2" cover board added in addendum to the metal roof panel specification. | |
| 81 | Spec Section 075323: The ½ " coverboard shown on the standing seam roof systems does not describe |
what the coverboard is made of and is not listed under the Metal Roof Panel spec. section 074113. Is it safe to say that this board is a cement board which is similar to the coverboard listed in the EPDM spec section
| 075323? | Metal Roof Panel spec. 074113 will be updated in addendum to include separate cover board comprising of 1/2" glass-mat coated gypsum roof board or high-density polyisocyanurate. | |
| 82 | Spec Section 075323 2.3.C: This calls for the membrane to be 90-mil thick. It also calls off Carlisle's Sure- |
Tough EPDM under 2.1.A. It should be noted that Carlisle's Sure-Tough EPDM comes in reinforced thicknesses of only 45-mil, 60-mil, and 75 mil, but does not come in a reinforced 90 mil. Carlisle's 90 mil EPDM is only available in a non-reinforced membrane and is not available in a reinforced membrane. We believe that no other EPDM roofing manufacturer offers a 90-mil reinforced product. Please advise if the
| membrane is to be 90 mil non-reinforced, or if they want one of the reinforced membrane thicknesses. | Specification Section 075323 2.3.C will be 90-mil thick. Acceptable product updated to Carlisle Sure-Seal EPDM in 2.1.A in addendum. | |
| 83 | Spec. Section 075323 1.7.C1: This calls for a manufacturer's 20 yr warranty but does not list the wind speed | |
| warranty (ex. 20yr/?mph). Please provide. | Specification Section 075323 1.7.C1 revised to include wind speed rating in warranty. | |
| 84 | Drawing A101: Shows tapered EPDM roofs on the lower roof plan. Please provide the minimum insulation | |
| thicknesses at the roof drains and the required R-value at the roof drain locations. | Minimum required R-value over roof deck is R-35 as indicated on G101. Provide 7" continuous insulation at roof drain locations. | |
| 85 | Spec. Section 075323 2.5 A: Calls the insulation off as "Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)". Does this insulation |
need to be XPS or would it be acceptable to use a closed-cell polyisocyanurate board such as Carlisle's Insulbase insulation? This insulation has an R-value of 5.7 per inch and depending on the answer to item #6 it
| could make a difference in insulation thicknesses at the perimeter edges. Please advise. | Specification Section 075323 revised in addendum to include a closed-cell polyisocyanurate board as the preferred insulation board type. | ||
| 86 | Drawing A503, Detail 3: Is there a minimum R-value required on the canopy roof system as shown on detail | ||
| 3 on drawing A503, or are we to scale the insulation thickness which scales as being a minimum of 9"? | Insulation on canopy roof does not have a minimum R-value requirement, but should instead match the thickness/profile of tapered insulation at the adjacent lower roof insulation at the building where the two roofs join. Sheet A503 revised in addendum to include clarification. | ||
| 87 | Spec. Section 074113 Metal Roof Panels is written around Atas Field-Lok 1 1/2". It should be noted that Atas does not recommend installing their standing seam panel on roof structures with a roof pitch any less than 2 on 12. Drawing SA105 shows the South High Roof and the North High Roof having a pitch of only a 1/2 on 12 which far exceeds the minimum recommended pitch. It's been our concern that these 2 roofs will definitely have issues with water infiltrating the standing seam roofs with such a shallow pitch. We never see standing seam roofs specified on roofs structures with a pitch less than a 2 on 12. We also believe that all standing seam panel manufacturers recommend not installing their panels on roofs with a pitch less than a 2 on 12. Please advise. | See answer to question 79. | |
| 88 | The standing seam roof systems shown on drawing A503 list a 6-mil vapor barrier installed directly to the metal deck. We would also recommend that a high temperature underlayment be installed over the 1/2" coverboard. Please advise. | See answer to question 80. | |
| 89 | The ½ " coverboard shown on the standing seam roof systems does not describe what the coverboard is made of and is not listed under the Metal Roof Panel spec. section 074113. Is it safe to say that this board is a cement board which is similar to the coverboard listed in the EPDM spec section075323? | See answer to question 81. | |
| 90 | EPDM spec section 075323 2.3.C calls for the membrane to be 90-mil thick. It also calls off Carlisle's Sure-Tough EPDM under 2.1.A. It should be noted that Carlisle's Sure-Tough EPDM comes in reinforced thicknesses of only 45-mil, 60-mil, and 75 mil, but does not come in a reinforced 90 mil. Carlisle's 90 mil EPDM is only available in a non-reinforced membrane and is not available in a reinforced membrane. We believe that no other EPDM roofing manufacturer offers a 90-mil reinforced product. Please advise if the membrane is to be 90 mil non-reinforced, or if they want one of the reinforced membrane thicknesses. | See answer to question 82. | |
| 91 | EPDM spec. section 075323 1.7.C1 calls for a manufacturer's 20 yr warranty, but does not list the wind speed warranty (ex. 20yr/??mph). Please provide. | See answer to question 83. | |
| 92 | Drawing A101 shows tapered EPDM roofs on the lower roof plan. Please provide the minimum insulation thicknesses at the roof drains and the required R-value at the roof drain locations. | See answer to question 84. | |
| 93 | EPDM spec. section 075323 2.5 A calls the insulation off as "Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)". Does this insulation need to be XPS or would it be acceptable to use a closed-cell polyisocyanurate board such as Carlisle's Insulbase insulation? This insulation has an R-value of 5.7 per inch and depending on the answer to item #6 it could make a difference in insulation thicknesses at the perimeter edges. Please advise. | See answer to question 85. | |
| 94 | Is there a minimum R-value required on the canopy roof system as shown on detail 3 on drawing A503, or are we to scale the insulation thickness which scales as being a minimum of 9"? | See answer to question 86. | |
| 95 | Must past performance references be for fully completed contracts, or will the Government accept ongoing contracts that are substantially complete (for example, 75% or more complete)? If ongoing contracts are acceptable, is there a minimum percentage of completion, and should the current contract value be reported in place of the final contract amount? | The Government will accept past performance references for ongoing contracts provided the construction is at least 75% complete at the time of proposal submission. For ongoing projects, offerors must clearly state the current percentage of completion, a brief description of the work remaining, and the current funded contract value (including any executed modifications) rather than the anticipated final amount. | |
| 96 | Can you please provide a project estimate for bonding purposes? | See answer to question 51. | |
| 97 | -Would the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation be open to extending or |
modifying the project schedule substantial completion date to accommodate exterior winter working conditions, and the added cost to the project for winter operating expenses associated
| with running the project through the winter months of 2026-2027? | No. The Government will not extend or modify the project schedule's substantial completion date to accommodate winter working conditions. Offerors must include all necessary costs for winter operations—such as temporary heating, snow removal, and ground thawing—within their firm-fixed-price proposals to ensure continuous progress and meet the required Substantial Completion date. | |
| 98 | Spec. Section 074113 Metal Roof Panels is written around Atas Field-Lok 1 1/2". It should |
be noted that Atas does not recommend installing their standing seam panel on roof structures with a roof pitch any less than 2 on 12. Drawing SA105 shows the South High Roof and the North High Roof having a pitch of only a 1/2 on 12 which far exceeds the minimum recommended pitch. It's been our concern that these 2 roofs will definitely have issues with water infiltrating the standing seam roofs with such a shallow pitch. We never see standing seam roofs specified on roofs structures with a pitch less than a 2 on 12. We also believe that all standing seam panel manufacturers recommend not installing their
| panels on roofs with a pitch less than a 2 on 12. Please advise. | See answer to question 79. | |
| 99 | The standing seam roof systems shown on drawing A503 list a 6-mil vapor barrier installed |
directly to the metal deck. We would also recommend that a high temperature
| underlayment be installed over the 1/2" coverboard. Please advise. | See answer to question 80. | |
| 100 | The 1⁄2 " coverboard shown on the standing seam roof systems does not describe what the |
coverboard is made of and is not listed under the Metal Roof Panel spec. section 074113. Is it safe to say that this board is a cement board which is similar to the coverboard listed in
| the EPDM spec section075323? | See answer to question 81. | |
| 101 | EPDM spec section 075323 2.3.C calls for the membrane to be 90-mil thick. It also calls off |
Carlisle's Sure-Tough EPDM under 2.1.A. It should be noted that Carlisle's Sure-Tough EPDM comes in reinforced thicknesses of only 45-mil, 60-mil, and 75 mil, but does not come in a reinforced 90 mil. Carlisle's 90 mil EPDM is only available in a non-reinforced membrane and is not available in a reinforced membrane. We believe that no other EPDM roofing manufacturer offers a 90-mil reinforced product. Please advise if the membrane is
| to be 90 mil non-reinforced, or if they want one of the reinforced membrane thicknesses. | See answer to question 82. | |
| 102 | EPDM spec. section 075323 1.7.C1 calls for a manufacturer's 20 yr warranty, but does not | |
| list the wind speed warranty (ex. 20yr/??mph). Please provide. | See answer to question 83. | |
| 103 | Drawing A101 shows tapered EPDM roofs on the lower roof plan. Please provide the |
minimum insulation thicknesses at the roof drains and the required R-value at the roof
| drain locations. | See answer to question 84. | |
| 104 | EPDM spec. section 075323 2.5 A calls the insulation off as "Extruded Polystyrene |
(XPS)". Does this insulation need to be XPS or would it be acceptable to use a closed-cell polyisocyanurate board such as Carlisle's Insulbase insulation? This insulation has an R-value of 5.7 per inch and depending on the answer to item #6 it could make a difference in
| insulation thicknesses at the perimeter edges. Please advise. | See answer to question 85. | |
| 105 | Is there a minimum R-value required on the canopy roof system as shown on detail 3 on |
drawing A503, or are we to scale the insulation thickness which scales as being a minimum
| of 9"? | See answer to question 86. | |
| 106 | -Section 083613 Sectional Doors |
Page #2 has CONFLICTING SPECIFICATIONS?
2.1 Manufacturers (A) (1) Overhead Door Corporation Model 598.
The Model 598 door is 1” Thick and has an R-Value of 9.31. 2.3 Steel Doors (A) (1) Door Nominal Thickness 3 Inch Thickness.
This door Model would be Model 850 and has an R-Value of 26.
Additionally, the door schedule shows door 203A as a 10’w X 10’-10”h door. The Building Elevation 1/A103 shows ALL (4-ea) of the sectional doors to be the same height? Please request CLARIFICATION
| on what is required. | Section 083613 revised in addendum to call out Model 850. Door schedule on A600 will be updated to show all OH type doors to be 10'-0" height as correctly shown on the elevations. | ||
| 107 | Many walls not labeled with wall types on the floor plan | A100 revised in addendum to show all wall tags. | |
| 108 | Wall type missing in maintenance building for the utility room | A102 revised in addendum to show all wall tags. | |
| 109 | Restroom fixture keynote for A410 is missing? | A410 has been revised in addendum | |
| 110 | Could you clarify which rooms will need insulation for the ceilings? | A700 revised in addendum to include list of rooms requiring insulation above ceiling. | |
| 111 | Are there specs for the wood ceiling tile? | Updated 095100 specification issued to cover the wood ceiling tile. | |
| 112 | Is there a pier schedule for the concrete piers? | Pier geometry details are provided on sheet SA501, SA 502, and SM501. Reinforcement details are provided on SA305 - SA307, and SM502. | |
| 113 | There are symbols on A700 but cannot find what they mean | The only symbols on A700 should be to clarify ceiling finishes. For light fixture types and information, please refer to electrical drawings. | |
| 114 | Could you clarify the window types on the north elevation drawings? 1 drawing shows them as type B but another drawing shows them as type A | Callouts on A100 updated to reflect what is correctly shown on A200. | |
| 115 | How are we to quantify the amount of lock covers to be scrapped? Also, during the walk through we noticed a large amount of bar joists. Are they scheduled to be scrapped or will the facility remove them? | See answer to question 41. | |
| 116 | Are all areas scheduled to cleared receiving topsoil, seed, and mulch? | See print CS101 and Specification Section 312513 for topsoil and seed requirements. | |
| 117 | For the 10-page Past Performance limit, please confirm whether cover pages and tables of contents, and indexes are outside of the 10-page limitation. | ||
| Yes, the 10-page limit includes cover pages table of contents, and indexes. | |||
| 118 | The instructions request contracts "accomplished within the last five years," while evaluation refers to performance "that has taken place within the past five years.” Question: May an ongoing contract be submitted as a past performance reference, if so, is there a minimum percentage of completion required? | The Government will accept past performance references for ongoing contracts provided the construction is at least 75% complete at the time of proposal submission. For ongoing projects, offerors must clearly state the current percentage of completion, a brief description of the work remaining, and the current funded contract value (including any executed modifications) rather than the anticipated final amount. | |
| 119 | The Brand Name Justification says use of the VID Fire-Kill water mist system avoids the need for a traditional fire pump and water storage tank. However, the drawings expressly show a fire pump serving both buildings, and the specs contain a full fire-pump section. Attachment E states that use of the VID Fire-Kill low-pressure water mist system avoids the need for a fire pump and water storage tank; however, Drawings FP004/FP005 and Specification Sections 213113 and 213900 require a fire pump and associated controller. Clarification: Please reconcile these requirements and confirm whether the Contractor is required to furnish and install the fire pump and controller shown in the Contract Documents. Please also confirm whether a water storage tank is required. | A traditional sprinkler fire suppression system would require a combination of a water pump and water storage tank to ensure adequate flow and pressure due to the site’s low-pressure. The water mist fire suppression system will still require a (lower flow) fire pump as specified in the Contract Documents, but eliminate the need for a water storage tank. | |
| 120 | Spec 312319 appears to require all water encountered during excavation to be collected, sampled, and disposed at an offsite facility because of site contamination, potentially a substantial cost. Question: Does Specification Section 312319 require all groundwater, perched water, precipitation, and other water collected from excavations to be transported to an off-site disposal facility regardless of analytical results, or may water demonstrated to meet applicable discharge requirements be managed onsite or discharged in accordance with the SWPPP? | ||
| Existing site contamination is not expected. Water not contaminated by construction activity may be managed in accordance with the SWPPP. If the Government suspects differing site conditions (e.g., pre-existing contamination), it will direct testing and disposal in accordance with FAR 52.236-2 (Differing Site Conditions) or FAR 52.243-4 (Changes). Offerors should not include a contingency for off-site contaminated water disposal in their base proposals." |
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