Questions and Answers RVS Project 13 Mar 2023.pdf
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- 697DCK-23-R-00090
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This document contains pre-bid questions and answers for a federal solicitation to replace plumbing and electrical systems and reseal siding at an air traffic control tower located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Key details include that the Federal Aviation Administration is seeking to award a contract to replace plumbing pipes, windows, and reseal exterior siding panels on the tower. Bids are due by the date specified in the attached solicitation document. The pre-bid document provides responses to contractor questions on topics such as connecting to water sources, required roofing work, handling construction materials near air traffic control operations, asbestos abatement requirements, and insurance obligations. Site visit and COVID safety protocols are also outlined.
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Contractor Pre-bid Questions
RVS Electrical and Plumbing Replacement
697DCK-23-R-00090
13 March 2023
Item Comment/Question Response
1.
Water Tank for temp Restrooms. Can we Connect to a supplied water source, or Fire Hydrant Meter or do you specially want a on- site water tank system?
The FAA will accept a connection to a water source or Fire
Hydrant Meter, the contractor would be responsible for all labor and materials. The contractor must provide plan on how water will be provided, where it will connect to supply, and how they will ensure the restrooms/breakroom do not have an interrupted water supply. Water lines must not be laid across the parking lot, and must be clearly marked if they are a tripping hazard
2. Any new Flashings Required? Yes, the windows and the PTACs need new flashings.
3.
Does Roof Hatch work require a new Hatch or just new Ladder safety post. If new Hatch is required, this will require a crane of some sort which will be above the tower CAB area roof. How should we address this issue?
Refer to page A028 under construction note 8 and 9 of the
RVS final drawing state that the hatch is to be prep, prime and paint while the ladder is to be replaced. Hence, no new hatch is required.
4. W If new hatch is required. Will there be a spec. sent to us?
N/A, see response to question 3.
5.
If new hatch is required, will you provide the roofing
Co. that you have for the roof warranty thru to patch roof?
N/A, see response to question 3.
6.
Does R&R for plumbing pipe replacement require openings cut into block divider walls in rooms?
No, replacement can connect before going down into the
CMU blocks. All plumbing pipe behind drywall must still be replaced.
7.
Per Drawings A-026 it shows windows to be removed and replaced on southeast. Elevation but North windows stay as is and just seal around windows is that true?
All windows (besides cab) to be replaced. Note pointing to windows on Northeast Elevation should be too.
8.
Top safety railing toe board attachment can it be welded or mechanically fastened?
Either is acceptable as long as toe board meets OSHA requirements. Submit shop drawings for approval.
9.
Item No. 9 will require our man lift to be higher that the tower CAB area possibly blocking controller’s view as we seal the panels at the top of the tower. We will remove and reseal those panels in day light hours to see. How should we address this issue?
Coordinate with RE. RE will coordinate with AT to get approved times that windows can be partially blocked.
10.
Engineer at site visit explained breakroom trailer can used for an office, restroom, and area big enough for the break area is Ok. Is this True?
Per specification 01 50 10 – 3.1, the Facility Temporary
Breakroom will not have a restroom. A separate temporary facility is required for the restroom, per specification 01 50
10 – 3.2
Contractor Pre-bid Questions
RVS Electrical and Plumbing Replacement
697DCK-23-R-00090
13 March 2023
Item Comment/Question Response
11.
The restrooms have 1”x1” ceramic tile floors if the drain piping requires replace can the floor be patched or repaired or the whole floor replaced with new tile?
(No Specs. Shown for ceramic tile)
The sewer pipe under floor is not being replaced. See Note 2 on P009
12.
During site visit Engineer explained break room furniture can remained on fourth floor and not moved to break room trailer. Is this true?
The furniture will need to be moved to perform the asbestos abatement. The breakroom trailer shall not be used for storage
13.
Is the replacing of piping go to new water connection point in the tower or at the water meter?
Point of connection for new piping will be where the supply enters the building.
14.
Is the electric hoist in in the top of the tower available for use in transporting materials to each level.
The hoist is not available for use
15. Specify what a closed dumpster is.
A dumpster that has a cover that can be put on top to prevent debris from being blown out. The dumpster can be open during the work day. It must be covered overnight, weekends, windy workdays (15+ mph), or at the REs request
16. What are the insurance limits for this project?
See clause 3.4.1-12 in the SIR (solicitation) for Insurance minimums.
17.
Will you provide dimensions for Pentagon walls and height of tower?
One side of the “pentagon” at ground level is approximately
15’. The height of the tower to the fifth level is approximately 45’. Dimensions to be field verified.
18. Are Covid Requirements still in affect?
COVID Requirements shall be in place when the county has
High Community Levels (RED) based on the CDC
Community Levels https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/covid-by-county.html
19.
I work for an environmental and engineering company out of OklahomaCty. My email concerns the project listed on constructconnect.com for renovating the Air Traffic Control
Tower at the Tulsa Riverside Airport. Will there be any asbestos abatement for this project? If so, we would like to bid on it. Please let me know if there is any asbestos. Have
Yes, there is asbestos abatement to be done. Refer to page
A029 of the drawing.
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