Questions and Answers as of 11.13.24.pdf

Questions and Answers

6973GH-24-R-00240

MYR TOWB Parking Lot Replacement

10/28/2024

1. Are the concrete pole bases also being replaced? If the bases are not structurally sound, then yes. I see no other reason to replace. The current locations are good including the ones on the south side where the additional pavement is being added.

11/01/2024

2. Can we do concrete instead of asphalt due to the width being only 5’x150’? No

3. For the walkways, we are just fixing affected areas as in filling in broken gaps, cracks, etc.?

Per SOW, Contractor shall provide deficient crack and joint repairs in hardscapes (concrete and asphalt). Per MYR TOWB – Refurbish Parking Lot Project Site Plan, areas Shaded Yellow indicate approximate location of concrete to be removed, replaced, and/or added.

4. We need to know if the old electrical pole concrete columns can be reutilized. Contractor must verify new light poles are compatible with existing electrical pole concrete bases/columns.

If new lights poles are not compatible with new light poles, concrete base may need replacement.

Per SOW, Contractor shall replace eighteen (18) site lighting poles and six (6) wall pack lights with new LED units. Match existing conditions including fixture height/pole length as close as feasibly possible. All light fixtures shall be provided by ISO certified manufacturers and comply with FCC Title 47 Part 15B class B for emission limits.

11/01/2024

5. Can details/specifications be offered for the prefabricated concrete downspout splash pad?

No specification available. Precast concrete splash block/pad must be sized to accommodate downspout and fire pump drain.

6. With the replacement of all light poles, are all bases acceptable to remain? If the bases are not structurally sound, then yes. I see no other reason to replace.

7. Based on the site visit, it appears that only two manholes need to be adjusted. Can this number be confirmed? Per drawing, three (3) manhole covers indicated with Green Box on MYR TOWB – Refurbish Parking Lot Project Site Plan.

8. Can solid masonry blocks be used to raise the manholes? Yes, the final installation must be permanent, secured in place.

9. Concerning the manhole on the SE side of the building, the hinges on the hatch are rusted all the way through. Should pricing include replacement of a new hatch? If so, can details/specs be provided? Not part of scope.

10. On the statement of work “Construction” section (i) states that we should improve sidewalks. The sidewalks appear to be in good shape other than correcting trip hazards and replacing the handicap ramp. Yet the plan sheet indicates remove/replacing sidewalks. Per SOW, Contractor shall provide deficient crack and joint repairs in hardscapes (concrete and asphalt).

Per MYR TOWB – Refurbish Parking Lot Project Site Plan, areas Shaded Yellow indicate approximate location of concrete to be removed, replaced, and/or added.

11. The entrance driveway is deteriorate/cracked to a degree that reflective cracks will present themselves soon after seal coating. Per SOW, Contractor shall fill all existing asphalt cracks and apply bituminous sealcoat over entire parking lot surface.

12. Clarification. The statement of work indicates that the parking lot/driveway cracks will be sealed and seal coated. The only new asphalt is the 5ft by 150ft addition. Yes, the SOW and MYR TOWB – Refurbish Parking Lot Project site plan states the project requirements.

11/04/2024

13. Do the Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals?

Contractor may determine number of personnel and associated duties necessary for the project work.

14. Are there any parking lot phasing requirements? Will we be able to close of the entire parking lot off at once, or will we need to do the sealcoating in phases? Per statement of work, the facility shall remain in full operation during the entire duration of work. Special consideration of construction phasing and impact shall be given on all user activities, particularly for brief utility outages and/or cutoffs concerning construction impacts to existing utilities and infrastructure. In addition, for the facility to remain in full operation during the entire duration of work, GOV parking, POV parking, and site access must be always available for facility staff for the entire duration of work.

15. Can the period of performance be extended after award once the material/equipment lead times are confirmed due to current market conditions for the equipment for this project? The Period of Performance is specified in the contract. The Contracting Officer is the sole party with authority to modify the contract after award. Notice to Proceed (NTP) can be issued once materials are approved and available.

16. Please confirm you are not wanting to do any milling and paving/resurfacing. You are only wanting to do crack sealing and seal coating. Per SOW, Contractor shall fill all existing asphalt cracks (as determined at pre-bid conference) and apply bituminous sealcoat over entire parking lot surface. Refer to enclosed Typical Civil Site Design Details for additional information.

17. Please provide the site visit attendee sign in sheet. This will not be provided.

18. Do we need to perform demo of the rotten wall? See SOW, Section Construction, Item Q.

19. Please provide more details and narrative around construction scope paragraph Q. See response above.

20. What is the current "rotten front facade" made of? Please see photos below:

21. Are we supposed to tie the new CMU masonry face into the roof system? Yes

22. Please give more narrative on SOW Construction section R. What is meant by "stabilize the site"? Comply will all local, state, and federal regulations regarding Stormwater Pollution Prevention and erosion control. Restore all vegetation and landscaping areas impacted by project to pre-existing conditions.

23. It might be cheaper to replace all the wheel stops instead of cleaning and painting the non-damaged ones. Would the FAA consider removing and replacing all the wheel stops? FAA has no preference. Contractor must submit plan and bid as accordingly. Per Item l, contractor is required to replacement a minimum of twenty (20) pre-cast wheel stops and clean and paint all existing and new precast concrete wheel stops.

24. Section H of the Construction SOW says to improve the storm water drainage by releveling pavements, sloping pavements etc. were indicated on plans. The only "plan" provided was an aerial overview with some markups. Do you have actual construction drawings? All available documents were included on SAM.gov.

25. Section H of the Construction SOW says to improve the storm water drainage by releveling pavements, sloping pavements, is it the FAA's intention to have us mill and repave the parking lot or completely strip the parking lot down to the base course and re-pave? No

26. Does any of the base course need repaired? If so, please provide quantities. No

27. The aerial photo site plan indicates that there were photos that were supposed to accompany the site plan. There were no photos that were sent in any of the solicitation documents as indicated on the aerial photo site plan. Please provide those photos. See Photos in Attachment section on SAM.gov.

28. Are there any access controls in the double metal door? No

29. How many inches do the manhole covers need to be raised? This will impact the cost of the collar. Contractor must confirm onsite. Per drawing, three (3) manhole covers indicated with Green Box on MYR TOWB – Refurbish Parking Lot Project Site Plan must be raised to elevation of surrounding grade/gravel.

30. How tall are the existing poles? The poles on the ATSS side of the parking lot are approx.

20ft tall the base is 10in x 10in with the bolts being 6 ½ in apart. The poles on the ATC side of the parking lot are approx. 30ft tall the base is 11in x 11in with the bolts being 7 ½ in apart.

31. Does the FAA want to keep the existing bollards? See response above.

a. If so, what is the bolt pattern layout under the base plate? We would need a measurement to find a suitable replacement.

32. What is the branch circuit size that feeds the fixtures? The breakers for the parking lot lights are 9 and 11 (20A each), 12 parking lot lamp relay (20A), 22 (20A), 26 (20A) and 28 (20A).

33. Are the fixtures on a timer or photocell supplying contactors? See response above.

11/06/2024

34. Can you please explain what asphalt work, etc. you want done? Per SOW, Contractor shall fill all existing asphalt cracks and apply bituminous sealcoat over entire parking lot surface. Per SOW and MYR TOWB – Refurbish Parking Lot Project site plan, add/extend asphalt 5’-0” x 150’x0” at area Shaded Red.

11/13/2024

35. On previous Federal projects, we typically include a 20% Proposal Bond. Should the Proposal Bond for this project listed above be 20% or 100%? As stated in the SIR, it needs to be 100%.

36. Clarification on small building. Will the new block wall require a footing, or can the new wall be supported by the existing slab? No footing required since existing slab is adequate.

37. Clarification on small building. Is it a requirement to paint all interior and exterior walls?

The exterior face of the new CMU block wall shall be painted to match the current color, the doors will be the same color as the existing color per paragraph Q in the SOW.

38. Page 1 line 11 of the Solicitation, Offer and Awards states “period of performance to be 30 days”, yet on page 5 section B, it states “period of performance to be 90 days”. Please clarify. It should be 90 days. It is 90 days after the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.