697DCK-26-R-00267 Amendment 1 Continuation questions and answers.pdf

Amendment No. 1

Solicitation No. 697DCK-26-R-00267 ZMP Underground Utility Improvements

Question Set 1

RFI 001 – Small Business Subcontracting Plan

Question:

As an other-than-small (large) business offeror, is the individual subcontracting plan required to be submitted with the proposal by July 2, 2026, or will it be requested from the apparent successful offeror for negotiation prior to award, consistent with the “negotiated within the time specified by the Contracting Officer” language in Clause 3.6.1- 4(b)(1)?

FAA Response:

A subcontracting plan is required for other-than-small offerors. Refer to Clause 3.6.1-4, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (APR 2025). (b)(7).Proposals.submitted.in.response.to.this.solicitation.must.include.a.

subcontracting.plan.that.separately.addresses.subcontracting.with.small.business?.women‗owned.small.

business?.service‗disabled.veteran‗owned.small.business?.and.HUBZone.small.business.concerns¡ A sample Subcontracting Plan has been attached.

Question:

If the plan is due with the proposal, please confirm in which volume (Technical or Business) it should be included and whether it is excluded from any applicable page or content limits.

FAA Response:

The Subcontracting Plan shall be included in the Business Volume of the proposal. Section L is revised to include the Subcontracting Plan as Item 2(e). The Subcontracting Plan is excluded from any applicable page or content limitations.

RFI 002 – Missing Attachment 6

Question:

Attachment 6 (Past Experience History) was not provided. In addition, Clause SA55 references an incorrect attachment number.

FAA Response:

Attachment 6 is hereby provided. The reference in Clause SA55 to Attachment 4 is revised to read Attachment 6.

RFI 003 – Key Personnel Requirements

Please reconcile conflicting key personnel requirements between Clause SA55 and Clause 3.8.2-17.

Clause 3.8.2-17 is revised to:

• Add Quality Control Manager as key personnel; and

• Remove Major Subcontractor Leads as key personnel.

The Quality Control Manager is therefore subject to the substitution and consent requirements of Clause 3.8.2-17.

RFI 004 – Construction Waste Management

Please confirm applicability of Clause 3.6.3-22, Construction Waste Management (APR 2025).

FAA Response:

Clause 3.6.3-22 is mandatory for this project. Proper documentation regarding the disposition of waste materials (including soil) is required as noted in the clause.

The Contractor shall establish a program to minimize waste generation and maximize recycling, reuse, diversion, and salvage of construction and demolition (C&D) debris.

RFI 005 – Proposal Due Time

The solicitation contains conflicting proposal due times (Block 10 = 1500 CT and Block 13 = 1700 CT). Please clarify.

Proposals are due July 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time (1700 CT).

RFI 006 – Award Timing and Seasonal Completion

Please advise how offerors should address Minnesota seasonal weather restrictions within the 180-calendar-day Period of Performance.

FAA Response:

Offerors shall develop and submit a project schedule that demonstrates completion of all contract requirements within the 180-calendar-day Period of Performance. The FAA recognizes that Minnesota seasonal weather conditions may affect certain activities, including paving, concrete work, grading, seeding, and site restoration. Offerors are expected to account for anticipated weather impacts, material lead times, and seasonal construction constraints in their proposed schedules.

The Period of Performance remains 180 calendar days. Contractors should sequence the work to maximize completion of weather-sensitive activities during favorable construction conditions. Any delays encountered during contract performance will be addressed in accordance with the contract provisions governing excusable delays and contract modifications, as applicable.

RFI 007 – Small Business Set-Aside Status

Is this project a Small Business Set-Aside?

No. This solicitation is being conducted as an Unrestricted Full and Open Competition.

Question Set 2

1. Personnel Requirements

Question:

Do the Superintendent, SSHO, and Quality Control Manager need to be three separate individuals?

FAA Response:

The Superintendent and Quality Control Manager may be the same individual. However, the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) must be a dedicated safety professional whose primary responsibility is site safety and health oversight. The SSHO must also have completed OSHA 30-hour training and meet all applicable project safety requirements

2. Period of Performance Extensions

Can the Period of Performance be extended after award due to equipment and material lead times?

FAA Response:

The POP is non -negotiable at this time. We do recognize that there may be material lead times and shortages. Your estimated project schedule should show if there are any anticipated materials lead times that can significantly impact the project schedule for our review.

3. Site Visit Sign-In Sheet

Please provide the site visit attendee sign-in sheet.

See attached document.

4. Hazardous Materials

Please confirm whether asbestos or lead is present on the project.

Refer to Sheet D108, Note 2.

5. Project Phasing

Does this project require phasing?

Yes. The project will be phased. The phasing schedule will be agreed upon after contract award.

6. Tax Exemption

Is this project tax exempt?

FAA Response:

The FAA is exempt from state and local taxes; however, this exemption does not pass through to the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes.

7. Construction Start Date

When is on-site work anticipated to begin?

FAA Response:

A mutually agreed-upon start date will be established between the FAA and the successful awardee after all required critical submittals have been reviewed and accepted. The Notice to Proceed (NTP) will be issued once these requirements have been satisfied.

8. Third-Party Inspections

Are third-party inspections required?

FAA Response:

Yes. Third-party inspections are required. Testing and inspection agencies must meet the qualifications specified in ASTM C1077 and ASTM E329. Refer to the project specifications.

9. Permitting

Are permits required?

Yes.

10. Soil Borings

Are soil boring reports available?

See attached soil boring report.

11. Water Source for Grading

Will a bulk water source be available for grading operations?

FAA Response:

A water source may be available on-site for grading operations, subject to coordination with the City. The Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment required to obtain, transport, and distribute water, including water trucks or similar equipment.

12. Landscaping Restoration

Is landscaping restoration required?

Yes. Refer to the drawings and specifications.

13. Survey/Staking Data

Please provide staking data points.

Refer to the Statement of Work.

14. Colored Grade Tops

Are red, yellow, and blue tops required?

No. Contractors are responsible for ensuring proper drainage and water flow in accordance with the scope of work.

15. Site Visit Photos

Please provide site visit photographs.

FAA Response:

During the site visit, contractors were given the opportunity to request specific photographs to be taken by FAA personnel during the walkthrough. No such requests were made; therefore, no additional photographs were taken.

Please note that photography on or within FAA facilities is prohibited without prior approval from the Facility Manager.

Any requests for specific photographs must be coordinated through the FAA and approved in advance.

16. Guardhouse Demolition

Please provide photographs of the old guardhouse to be demolished.

The guardhouse has already been removed. Do not include this work in your proposal.

Question Set 3

1. Tree Removal

Question:

Trees appear to conflict with some utility work. Are they to be removed and replaced?

Please identify the specific trees in question as the trees have been removed.

2. Previously Removed Trees

Please identify which trees have already been removed.

FAA Response:

All trees identified for removal have already been removed. The Contractor will not be required to perform any additional tree removal under this contract.

3. Storm Pipe Connection

Sheet C108 Note 4 indicates extending and reconnecting a storm pipe with a tee connection. The drawing appears to show the storm drain connected to a sewer line. Please confirm.

That depiction is not correct. Refer to the profile view on Sheet C108.

4. Staging Area

Please identify the contractor staging area.

The staging area will be determined following award based on the project footprint.

5. Flagpole

Is the flagpole shown on Sheet D109 part of the project?

No.

6. Gantry Crane

Is the gantry crane shown on Sheet P101 part of the project?

Refer to General Note B on Sheet P101.

7. Drawing Organization

Can the plans be reordered for easier review?

The drawings are organized in accordance with the Specification Table of Contents.

8. Project Duration

Can the Period of Performance be extended from 180 to 240 days?

FAA Response:

The Period of Performance remains 180 calendar days. Contractors should sequence the work to maximize completion of weather-sensitive activities during favorable construction conditions. Any delays encountered during contract performance will be addressed in accordance with the contract provisions governing excusable delays and contract modifications, as applicable.

9. Project Start Date

When is the project expected to start?

FAA Response:

A mutually agreed-upon start date will be established between the FAA and the successful awardee after all required critical submittals have been reviewed and accepted. The Notice to Proceed (NTP) will be issued once these requirements have been satisfied.

10. Winter Shutdown

Will the project shut down during winter months?

FAA Response:

No. The project will continue through winter. Offerors shall develop and submit a project schedule that demonstrates completion of all contract requirements within the 180-calendar-day Period of Performance. The FAA recognizes that Minnesota seasonal weather conditions may affect certain activities, including paving, concrete work, grading, seeding, and site restoration. Offerors are expected to account for anticipated weather impacts, material lead times, and seasonal construction constraints in their proposed schedules.

11. Commissioning

Will commissioning be performed by the FAA?

Plumbing commissioning is required in accordance with the project specifications.

12. Taxes

Should Contractors include state and federal taxes?

The FAA is exempt from state and local taxes; however, Contractors remain responsible for all applicable taxes.

13. Heat Trace Requirements

Please identify where heat tracing is required.

Heat tracing is required for domestic water and sewer utility lines installed between 0 and 42 inches below grade.

14. Groundwater Information

Please provide a soils report indicating groundwater conditions.

Refer to the Minnesota Well Index (MWI). Minnesota Well Index (MWI) - MN Dept. of Health https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/water/mwi/index.html

15. Water and Sewer Specifications

Please provide missing water and sewer specifications.

Refer to Division 22.

16. City Review and Fees

Has the City reviewed the drawings, and are fees required?

FAA Response:

The City participated during Phase I of the project. All work associated with this phase occurs within the project boundaries.

17. Utility Bypasses

Are utility bypasses required?

Refer to Page 40 of the specifications.

18. Cooling Towers

How long may cooling towers be shut down during piping work?

FAA Response:

Cooling towers may be shut down for up to 30 minutes. Temporary cooling methods must be provided by the Contractor and approved by the FAA prior to shut down.

19. Bid Date Extension

Can the bid date be extended?

No. The proposal’s due date remains unchanged.

20. Guard Shack

Please confirm the old guard shack has been removed.

Confirmed. Do not include this work in your proposal.

21. Previously Completed Concrete Work

Please identify completed concrete work shown on the drawings.

Refer to the attached drawing.

22. Utility Excavation Methods

Must all utility excavation be performed using hydro-vacuum excavation?

FAA Response:

Yes. All utility excavation must be performed using non-destructive vacuum excavation. Refer to Specification Section 312000, Paragraph 3.7.

Additional Information

Completed Walkways

The highlighted walkways shown in the attached exhibit have already been completed and shall not be included in offerors' proposals