70Z04725RPCNI0002_Amendment 0005.pdf

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DESIGN/BUILD RECAPITALIZE STATION PORTAGE FAMILY HOUSING

USCG STATION PORTAGE, DOLLAR BAY, MI

AMENDMENT: 0005

PROJECT: FY22_6774947

SOLICITATION#: 70Z04725RPCNI0002

1. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #95 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.7.4.7.1 ADD Paragraph:

(e) Sheet Vinyl (SV) - Provide heterogeneous Type I (Clear wear layer 0.020 inches) or Type II (filled wear layer 0.050 inches) where specified. Heat welded seams in color to match field color of linoleum to minimize seam appearance. Static load limit equal to or greater than 175 psi. Specialty topcoat applied. 5% recycled content with 5-year warranty.

2. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #56 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.13.9.1.9.

Delete Sentence: “Provided in accordance with the NEC and as specified on the Appendix F Individual Space Criteria Sheet for this space.”

3. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #.1 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.12.1.3.5.

Delete paragraph: “ Maintenance Building – Provide heat only maintained to 55 deg F (ADJ) and exhaust ventilation for shop storage, grounds maintenance, and electrical shop storage. Provide conditioned space for Office, lavatory, and open office areas. The space heating system (68 deg F in the winter ) shall be sized to provide heating for office areas. For cooling design setpoint shall be76 deg F (40-60% relative humidity).”

Add paragraph: “Maintenance Building – All spaces in Building shall be set to cooling design setpoint of 76 deg F (40-60% relative humidity) and a space heating setpoint of 68 def F in the winter. Provide minimum 2 zones (thermostats) that can be adjusted independently. One zone shall be for office spaces. One zone shall be for shop spaces. Provide dedicated exhaust fan for shop storage, grounds maintenance, and electrical shop storage. “

4. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #87 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.10.4.3.

Delete paragraph: Delete reference to “NFPA 13D”.

Add paragraph: Add reference to “NFPA 13”.

5. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #41 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.11.3.2-1.11.5 Add paragraph 1.11.3.14 : Add “Accessible Shower - For 4 Bedroom housing units, the first floor showers shall be accessible and meet ADA requirements: Provide handicapped accessible acrylic or fiberglass, institutional type, shower enclosures, which shall include a grab bar and soap dish and a built-in seat. The control valves shall have front access for adjustment and maintenance. Shower heads shall be adjustable with a maximum flow rate of 1.5 gpm, and shall be on a flexible hose with wall mounting provisions. The faucet/handles shall meet ADA requirements for the handicapped.

6. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #89 and #90 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.10.4.1 Add paragraph 1.10.4.1 : After “Sprinkler system”, Add “Provide separate domestic water and fire lateral lines to each housing unit. Each housing unit shall have dedicated lateral, backflow preventer, and riser assembly. As a result, each housing unit shall be independent of each other.”

7. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #105 RFP Specification Section 01450, para. 1.3 Delete paragraph 1.3 PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Quality Assurance Manager (QAM). The QAM role may be designated as a supplemental role to a team member or as a dedicated individual but may not be the same person as the superintendent or project manager. The Quality Assurance Manager must report directly to the principles of the company not to the on-site superintendent.

1.3.2 Superintendent: The superintendent shall have experience managing at least 3 prior design-build projects of a similar size and complexity as this project as a superintendent.

Add paragraphs

1.3 PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1.3.1 The QC Manager must be an individual with a minimum of 5 years combined experience in the following positions: Project Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Manager, Project Engineer or Construction Manager on similar size and type construction Contracts which included the major trades that are part of this Contract. The individual must have at least 2 years experience as a QC Manager. The individual must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability.

3.3 SUPERVISION

1.4.1 Superintendent Qualifications

Provide project superintendent with a minimum of 10 years experience in construction with at least 5 of those years as a superintendent on projects similar in size and complexity. The individual must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the project superintendent. The Contracting Officer may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

1.4.2 Minimum Communication Requirements

Have at least one qualified superintendent, or competent alternate, capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language, on the jobsite at all times during the performance of Contract work. In addition, if a Quality Control (QC) representative is required on the Contract, then that individual must also have fluent English communication skills.

1.4.3 Duties

The project superintendent is primarily responsible for managing subcontractors and coordinating day-to-day production and schedule adherence on the project. The superintendent is required to attend Red Zone meetings, partnering meetings, and quality control meetings. The superintendent or qualified alternative must be on-site at all times during the performance of this contract until the work is completed and accepted.

1.4.4 Non-Compliance Actions

The Project Superintendent is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with requirements specified in the contract and for failure to manage the project to ensure timely completion. Furthermore, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

No part of the time lost due to such stop orders is acceptable as the subject of claim for extension of time for excess costs or damages by the Contractor.

8. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #19 RFP Specification Section 01330, para. 1.6 Add paragraph

1.6.5 Except as specified otherwise, allow a review period, beginning with receipt by the approving authority, that includes at least 21 calendar days for submittals for QC manager approval and 30 calendar days for submittals where the Contracting Officer/ is the approving authority. The period of review for submittals with Contracting Officer approval begins when the Government receives the submittal from the QC organization.

9. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #2 RFP Specification Section 01800, 1.3.2 Delete paragraph 1.3 Sustainable Design in its entirety ADD Paragraph 1.3 as follows:

1.3 Sustainable Design

1.3.1 Sustainable Design

Most coast Guard family housing units are under 5,000 sq ft, therefore the International Green Construction Code (IgCC) shall be the baseline for family housing design. This Coast Guard housing facility shall be designed and constructed in an environmentally responsible manner, utilizing sustainable design concepts, systems and materials to the maximum extent practical to provide a facility that meets the following requirements and goals:

• US EPA Energy Star® Home Program

• Energy Policy Act (EPACT) 2005

• Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) 2007

• High IAQ conditions

• Use of recycled content materials, including EPA designated products

• Efficiency in resource and materials utilization

• Minimizes waste products during both the construction and operation of the facility.

• Promotes O&M practices that reduce or eliminates harmful effects on people and the natural environment.

• Can be easily modified as occupant needs change and easily adapted or converted to other uses.

Please refer to Family Housing CSTO (Rev B) in Attachment H for additional sustainability information.

1.3.2 Building Commissioning

All new housing units shall be commissioned to ensure building systems function as proposed and specified, as per the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning (ASHRAE) Guidelines 0 (series) and 1 (series). Repairs or adjustments made in test homes shall also be made in the remaining homes in each group.

Renovations of existing housing should provide appropriate system/equipment testing.

At a minimum, commissioning shall include:

• Test for proper combustion supply air and exhaust of all combustion equipment and appliances under operating conditions, to ensure they meet manufacturer’s specifications.

• Test and adjust all combustion equipment to minimize carbon monoxide output.

• Test heating and air conditioning system(s) to ensure the systems and controls function maintain design intent and comfort conditions.

• Testing building envelope and duct leakage.

• Test fire, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure proper operation.

• Test electrical grounding system, including ground fault protection, to ensure proper grounding protection.

• Test for air pressure relationships under operating conditions; garage-to-unit separation, bathroom-to-living space separation and balance of indoor pressure.

• Ensure Operating and Maintenance documentation intended for housing occupants is complete for building envelope and systems.

1.3.3 DESIGN RELATED PERMITS & CERTIFICATIONS

See Paragraph 1.18 “ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS, CONTROLS, AND PROTECTION

10. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #35 RFP Specification Section 01110 1.13 Delete: “If options are not awarded the last three remaining homes cannot be demolished until 30 calendar days after the base bid (5) five housing units are turned over.”

Replace with: If options are not awarded the last three remaining homes cannot be demolished.

11. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #32 RFP Specification Section 01110 1.27 Add paragraph

1.27 SAFETY

a. Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) shall be a contractor Employee that is responsible for overseeing and ensuring implementation of the prime Contractor's Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) program according to the Contract, EM 385-1-1, applicable federal, state, and local requirements. SHHO can be part time

b. Provide a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP), including Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), in accordance with EM 385-1-1, ENG Form 6293, for the design team to follow during site visits and investigations. For subsequent visits, update the plan if there are changes in the personnel who will be attending, or the tasks to be performed. Submit the APP for review and acceptance by the Government at least 15 calendar days prior to the start of the design field work after being given Notice to Proceed.

c. Field work must not begin until the design APP is accepted by the Contracting Officer. Prior to the start of construction incorporate the Design APP into the Construction APP so that one site specific APP exists

d. All contractors, foremen, mechanics, and laborers are required to have completed annually a course of at least ten hours in duration in construction safety and health approved by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

e. See 01505 1.6 for safety meeting requirements

f. These construction documents and the construction work hereby contemplated shall be governed at all times by applicable provisions of federal regulations, including, but not limited to, the current edition, with the latest amendment(s) of William-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA), Public Law 91-596; Part 1926 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Chapter XVII of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR Part 1926).

g. The contractor shall notify and obtain a hot work permit from the base Facilities Engineer via the COR at least 24 hours prior to the start of any construction practices which may affect or impair any fire protection system, or which may present a fire hazard (i.e., sanding, welding, grinding, applying hot tar, burning, and utilizing of any flame producing device). The contractor shall have and maintain an appropriate functioning fire extinguisher in the work area, for the type of work being done and the materials present. The contractor shall comply with OSHA, NFPA, and base fire and safety regulations.

h. Protective scaffolding, work scaffolding, and staging where required for safe entry and egress from building entrances and/or performance of the work shall be installed per an approved scaffolding plan signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer.

i. Follow the Facility Confined Space Identification and Entry Program for access and work performed in a confined space.

12. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFP Specification Section 01450

Delete: CM-03 DAILY CONSTRUCTION REPORT

Replace with: Contractors Production Report and Contractors Quality Control Report.

13. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #79 and #80 Delete: Delete Live Loads, ‘Habitable Areas 44 PSF’ and ‘Parking and Driveways 500 PSF’

Replace with: Where deleted, replace’ Habitable Areas with 40 PSF’ and replace ‘Parking and Driveways with 40 PSF’

14. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #83 RFP Specification Section 1802, Paragraph 2.7.2 Delete paragraph 2.7.2:

[Construction Design Documents shall be in sufficient detail to show compliance with the RFP/Contract requirements and shall be in accordance with NFPA 13. Provide Construction Design Documents NLT than Final Construction Design Documents Submittal. Design work and shop drawings shall be prepared by a licensed engineer or a NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) Level IV sprinkler technician. See paragraphs regarding sealing drawings for Designer of Record responsibilities.]

Add paragraph 2.7.2:

Construction Design Documents shall be in sufficient detail to show compliance with the RFP/Contract requirements and shall be in accordance with NFPA 13R and NFPA

13. Provide construction Design Documents NLT than Final Construction Design Documents Submittal. Design work and shop drawings shall be prepared by a licensed engineer or a NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) Level III or Level IV sprinkler technician. See paragraphs regarding sealing drawings for Designer of Record responsibilities. See Section 1802 _1.11 for the onsite inspection requirements that pertain to fire protection.

15. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #83 RFP Specification Section 1802, Paragraph 1.11 Delete paragraph 1802, 1.11

“In addition to the final inspection, a minimum of three (3) site inspections for each DOR (architect, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) shall be provided over the period of construction. Inspections shall be included as tasks in the Contractor’s schedule. The Contractor shall provide seven days notice to the Contracting Officers Representative prior to the inspections.”

Add paragraph 1802, 1.11

“In addition to the final inspection, a minimum of three (3) site inspections for each DOR (architect, civil, structural, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, and fire protection.) shall be provided over the period of construction. Inspections shall be included as tasks in the

Contractor’s schedule. The Contractor shall provide seven days notice to the Contracting Officers Representative prior to the inspections. Additional site inspections include the following:

1. Post-Award Conference with onsite flow test. (Required attendees: architect, civil, structural, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, and fire protection)

2. Design review meeting (one in-person and rest are virtual) (Required attendees:

architect, civil, structural, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, and fire protection.)

3. Rough-in Inspection & Fire Stopping Inspection for fire alarm and fire suppression systems. (Required attendee: fire protection only)

4. Pre-final testing of fire alarm and fire suppression systems (Required attendee: fire protection only).

5. Final Testing for fire alarm / fire suppression systems. (Required attendee: fire protection only)

6. Qualified Fire Protection engineer shall be required to perform an in-person visual inspection of the location of the fire hydrants and fire department access. (Required attendee: fire protection only)

7. Qualified Fire Protection engineer shall be required to witness hydrostatic testing and inspection of the underground mains. (Required attendees: civil and fire protection only)

8. Qualified Fire Protection engineer will be required to witness flushing of the underground mains prior to connection to the riser. (Required attendee: fire protection only)

9. Onsite final punch list submitted to government prior to substantial completion.

(Required attendees: architect, civil, structural, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, and fire protection”

16. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #23 RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.1.2.2 Septic System Delete paragraph 1800, 1.1.2.2

“A public sanitary sewer system is not available at the Coast Guard owned site. Septic systems shall be provided for the housing units and the maintenance building. The septic systems shall be installed in accordance with publication 10-144 Chapter 241 State of Maine Subsurface Wastewater Disposal Rules and ICC – International Private Sewage Disposal Code (latest edition).”

Add paragraph 1800, 1.1.2.2 “A public sanitary sewer system is not available at the Coast Guard owned site. Septic systems shall be provided for the housing units and the maintenance building. The septic systems shall be installed in accordance with Michigan rules and regulations, Michigan Criteria for Subsurface Sewage Disposal (latest edition) and ICC – International Private Sewage Disposal Code (latest edition).”

17. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #116 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.13.9.1.5.

Delete: Entire paragraph

18. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #85 RFP Specification Section 01800, para. 1.10.2.4.

Add: “The fire protection design shall include pull stations at the exit of each unit that triggers the fire alarm and emergency response.”

19. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #108 RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.4.6 Finished Floor Elevation Delete paragraph 1800, 1.4.6 Finished Floor Elevation

“FEMA has limited mapping for the site. The engineer shall use his/her best judgement with the current information. FEMA does have a flood map for the south side of Portage Lake/River with FEMA FIRM Map Numbers 2604110002B and 2604110004B. For additional information and 500-year flood elevations refer to FEMA Flood Insurance Study Number 260411V000, dated December 5th, 1990.”

Add paragraph 1800, 1.4.6. Finished Floor Elevation “FEMA has limited mapping for the site, however the FEMA Flood Insurance Study Number 260411V000, dated December 5th, 1990, provides a 100-year peak elevation of 604.5’ for the Portage River. The DOR can use the 604.5’ elevation for the floodplain. FEMA also has flood mapping for the south side of Portage Lake/River with FEMA FIRM Map Numbers 2604110002B and 2604110004B.”

20. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #5, #9, #10, #63, #108 RFP Specification Section 01900, Paragraph 1.3.1 Attachments

Add Section 01900, Paragraph 1.3.1 Table

Attachment N As-Builts Construct SIX Housing Units

Attachment O CADD Files STA Portage Survey CAD Files

Attachment P Flood Report FEMA FIS 260411V000

21. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #122 RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.4.5 Utility Meters Delete paragraph 1800, 1.4.5 Utility Meters “The contractor shall install water meters approved by the local Water Authority. New electric, gas, and water meters shall be installed on all residential housing structures.”

Add paragraph 1800, 1.4.5 Utility Meters “The contractor shall install water meters approved by the local Water Authority. New electric, gas, and water meters shall be installed on all individually residential housing units and proposed maintenance building.”

22. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #101 RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.9.2.5 Delete paragraph 01800, 1.9.2.5 “Buildings and structures to be demolished shall be demolished in their entirety including the foundation and grade beams, slab, steps, sidewalks, exterior equipment pads associated with the building, etc. Walkways, parking areas and roadway shall be removed.”

Add paragraph 01800, 1.9.2.5 “Buildings and structures to be demolished shall be demolished in their entirety including the foundation and grade beams, slab, steps, sidewalks, exterior equipment pads (associated with the building), driveways, walkway (to or around the structure) etc.“

23. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.4.11.3 Delete paragraph 01800, 1.4.11.3 Pervious Pavement “Pervious pavement is not acceptable for this project.”

Add paragraph 01800, 1.4.11.3 Pervious Pavement “Pervious pavers are acceptable for this project.”

24. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #133 RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.4.11.7 Fencing Delete paragraph 01800, 1.4.11.7 Fencing “Provide ASTM F2814 structural components consisting of tubular steel ornamental pickets and rails. Provide ASTM F2408 industrial class pickets with a minimum wall thickness of 6mm or 14-gauge steel. The contractor shall submit manufacture’s product information to FDCC for approval.”

Add paragraph 01800, 1.4.11.7 Fencing

“Install chain-link fencing in accordance with ASTM F567, the components shall comply with ASTM F943, FS RR-F-191/1 and ASTM F654. The contractor shall submit manufacture’s product information to FDCC for approval.”

25. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

GENERAL PROJECT REQUIREMENT – The SILC CSTO-36-11 55 13-11-01 (Family Housing Design (Rev B) has been updated in August of 2024. The project is no longer requiring the housing units to be LEED certified.

Delete paragraph 01800, 1.3.1 Remove all requirements for the project to be LEED certified throughout the RFP. LEED certification no longer required. This is a blanket requirement removing all paragraphs / sub-paragraphs documenting associated with the LEED process.

Add paragraph 01800, 1.3.1 Sustainable Design The International Green Construction Code (IgCC) shall be the baseline for family housing design. Coast Guard housing facilities shall be designed and constructed in an environmentally responsible manner, utilizing sustainable design concepts and materials to the maximum extent practical to provide a facility that meets the following requirements and goals:

• US EPA Energy Star® Home Program

• Energy Policy Act (EPACT) 2020

• Executive Order (EO) 14057

• Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) 2007

All new housing construction shall be designed to meet the US EPA Energy Star® Home Program and provide allowance for pre-occupancy testing by a certified Home Energy Rating System. Contractor to provide 3rd party HERS Rater Energy Star® Homes for the duration of the project. Provide HERS rating and submit to the contracting officer representative. See additonal information in RFP in regards to HERS index.

Design shall comply with the updated Family Housing Design CSTO for information on the following:

• Recyclable Materials

• Water Conservation

• Boundaries

• Plants

• Irrigation

• Fencing

26. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

GENERAL PROJECT REQUIREMENT –

Delete paragraph 01800, 1.12.12.1

LEED credit EA1 – Optimize Energy Performance - Design all new housing construction to meet the US EPA Energy Star® Home Program and provide allowance for pre-occupancy testing by a certified Home Energy Rating System. HERS Rater Energy Star® Homes generally use 30% less energy for heating, cooling and water heating than those built to the Model Energy Code.

Provide HERS study in design calculations. Energy Star® Homes use less energy and lower pollution, generate less green house gas emissions and are generally more comfortable and affordable to operate. Energy and water conservation standards and policies for new construction have been established to minimize energy and water consumption through applications of developed sustainable energy-efficient designs, construction, improvement, and appliance equipment selections and replacement. Building systems operation shall not require special attention by unit occupants. Materials and equipment shall be readily available and manufactured by firms of established performance in their field. Provide a continuous air barrier to control air leakage into, or out of, conditioned spaces. The building envelope shall include all elements of the facility that are exposed to the outside environment or outside environmental conditions such as roof, walls, floors, and compartmentalized unconditioned portions of the facility such as garages, and negatively pressurized spaces. All garages shall be insulated per ASHRAE 90.2. Permanently seal penetrations through the air barrier, joints in the air barrier, adjoining construction, and transitions to different air barrier materials. Confirm air barrier compliance with air barrier performance tests IAW ASHRAE standards.

Add paragraph 01800, 1.12.12.1

Design all new housing construction to meet the US EPA Energy Star® Home Program and provide allowance for pre-occupancy testing by a certified Home Energy Rating System. HERS Rater Energy Star® Homes generally use 30% less energy for heating, cooling and water heating than those built to the Model Energy Code.

Provide HERS study in design calculations. Energy Star® Homes use less energy and lower pollution, generate less green house gas emissions and are generally more comfortable and affordable to operate. Energy and water conservation standards and policies for new construction have been established to minimize energy and water consumption through applications of developed sustainable energy-efficient designs, construction, improvement, and appliance equipment selections and replacement. Building systems operation shall not require special attention by unit occupants. Materials and equipment shall be readily available and manufactured by firms of established performance in their field. Provide a continuous air barrier to control air leakage into, or out of, conditioned spaces. The building envelope shall include all elements of the facility that are exposed to the outside environment or outside environmental conditions such as roof, walls, floors, and compartmentalized unconditioned portions of the facility such as garages, and negatively pressurized spaces. All garages shall be insulated per ASHRAE 90.2. Permanently seal penetrations through the air barrier, joints in the air barrier, adjoining construction, and transitions to different air barrier materials. Confirm air barrier compliance with air barrier performance tests IAW ASHRAE standards.

All unit designs must earn a HERS index of 70 or lower. Energy performance will be simulated using REMRate v 14.0 or later to generate a HERS Index energy rating. Energy rating will be performed by a current certificate-holding HERS Rater using the standard RESNet modeling protocols for HERS rating based on the design requirements. For modeling purposes, the ductless mini-split heat pump should be allocated no more than 70% of the heating load. All REM Rate models will undergo Quality Assurance Review by an official HERS Provider prior to submission.

Provide calculations from HERS energy modeling software (including automated HERS index calculation).

27. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

GENERAL PROJECT REQUIREMENT –

RFI #78, RFP Specification 01800-1.8.3- Design Criteria

DELETE: Delete 01800-1.8.3 in its entirety; ‘The building’s loads shall be determined in accordance with the latest edition of the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) that provides requirements for structures designed and constructed for the Department of Defense (DoD).

These technical requirements are based on the 2021 International Building Code (2021 IBC), as modified by UFC 1-200-01, DoD Building Code, and the structural standard referenced by the 2021 IBC: ASCE/SEI 7-16 Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures (hereinafter referred to simply as ASCE 7-16). Modifications to the 2021 IBC and ASCE 7-16 provisions contained herein are intended to fulfill those unique military requirements. Where conflicts between the 2021 IBC or ASCE 7-16 and the UFC arise, the UFC prevails.

The 2021 IBC provisions are directed toward public health, safety, and general welfare, presenting minimum standards that must be met by the private sector construction industry. The use of industry standards for DoD projects promotes communication in the marketplace, improves competition, and results in cost savings. However, the military sometimes requires higher standards to achieve unique building performance, or to construct types of facilities that are not used in the private sector.

The above criteria further provide limited technical guidance for seismic evaluation and strengthening of existing buildings, and references ICSSC RP 10, Standards of Seismic Safety for Existing Federally Owned and Leased Buildings (RP 10) as well as ASCE/SEI 41-17, Seismic Evaluation and Retrofit of Existing Buildings (hereinafter referred to simply as ASCE 41-17).’

ADD: Where deleted, replace with ‘The building’s loads shall be determined in accordance with the latest edition of the ASCE/SEI 7-22 Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures, hereinafter referred to simply as ASCE 7-22 and the 2024 International Building Code (IBC). The IBC provisions are directed toward public health, safety, and general welfare, presenting minimum standards that must be met by the private sector construction industry. Where conflicts between the 2024 IBC or ASCE 7-22 exists, the IBC shall prevail.’

RFI #78, RFP Specification 01800-1.8.4- Design Loads

DELETE:

Seismic Loads: Per 2021 IBC, ASCE 7-22, with UFC 3-301-1

Rain Loads: per 2021 IBC Section 1611

Snow Loads: per 2021 IBC Section 1608, as modified by UFC 3-301-1, Section 2-4.4

Ice Loads: per 2021 IBC Section 1614

ADD: Where deleted, replace with

Seismic Loads: Per 2024 IBC and ASCE 7-22

Rain Loads: per 2024 IBC’

Snow Loads: per 2024

Ice Loads: per 2024

28. SOLICITATION - 70Z04725RPCNI0002 :IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

GENERAL PROJECT REQUIREMENT –

DELETE:

“ 1.7.5.6.1 Provide heavy commercial grade exterior vinyl windows. Windows shall be AAMA/WDMA 101/I.S.2/NAFS Performance Class CW-50 or greater. Specified and installed windows shall be equal to or smaller in size than the tested specimen. Specify/Install factory mulled units only when tested with equivalent performance grade to individual units. Otherwise provide rough opening on all four side of single units in the same configuration as tested units with water managed installation that is in conformance with ASTN E2112.”

“ 1.7.5.6.3 Windows shall meet AAMA/NWWDW 101/I.S. 2-08 Structural

Performance testing for CW 50 class windows. Window and other exterior glass shall be low “E” and meet the requirements of the Large Missile Test of ASTM E 1996. Laminated glass used to fabricate insulating glass units shall consist of not less than two 1/8” thick panes of glass bonded together with a minimum 0.09 Inch thick polyvinyl-butyral (PVB) interlayer. Insulating glass units shall be installed in frames using structural silicone sealant.”

ADD:

“ 1.7.5.6.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR WINDOWS

Provide windows conforming to AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, and to requirements specified herein. Provide windows of materials, types, grades, performance classes, combinations and sizes indicated or specified. Provide each window as a unit consisting of frame, sash, glass, hardware, fins, trim, screen, weatherstripping, anchors and accessories complete. Design windows to accommodate glass, hardware, screens, weatherstripping, and accessories to be furnished. Provide factory or field installed glass. Provide windows with a minimum CRF when tested in accordance with AAMA 1503.

Provide Energy Star labeled residential plastic windows (including frames and glass) for the Northern climate zone. Provide proof of Energy Star label for residential windows. Plastic windows (including frames and glass) certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council with a whole-window Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) maximum of 0.30 determined according to NFRC 200 procedures and a U-factor maximum of 0.28 in accordance with NFRC 100.

Maximum air infiltration 0.3 cfm/sf at 1.58 psf when tested in accordance with AAMA/WDMA 101/1.5.2/NAFS air infiltration test. No water leakage in accordance with AAMA/WDMA 101/1.5.2/NAFS Water Resistance Test.

• Windows Provide PVC, reinforcing members, fasteners, hardware, weather-stripping, and anchors.

• Glass and Glazing Insulating units consisting of: Outer light shall be low E-coating, inner light shall be one layer or 1/8” thick glass.

29. RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS TO SOLICITATION 70Z04725RPCNI0002:

See Attached RFI Log

SOLICITATION NO. 70Z04725RPCNI0002

PROJECT TITLE/LOCATION: Recapitalize Family Housing US Coast Guard Station Portage, Dollar Bay, MI

PREAWARD INQUIRY FORM

Item Number

Date Page # Section Paragraph QUESTION GOVERNMENT RESPONSE Posted on Amend No.

1 12/10/24 29 of the

TOA

Non-Price Factor 2 Under Non-Price Factor 2, it notes the requirement to provide concept design with the non-price proposal. Conceptual plans are already provided for the project within the SFRL NO: 6774947 RFP Specification. Is the expectation that prospective bidders will provide separate concept plans for the project as part of the proposal?

RFP drawings are conceptual and should not be considered a final design.

The intent is that prospective bidders use the RFP drawings as a common starting point to produce their own design solution. Prospective bidders are encouraged to provide their own design solution so long as the solution meets all USCG functional and durability requirements.

2 12/10/24

Section 01800 Part 1 Paragraph 1.3.2 It notes that “All housing units shall be certified by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) at least at the minimum level of Certified utilizing the most current version of the LEED for HOMES Rating System™.”. Additionally, Section 01200 Part 3, Paragraph 3.1.3(a)5. Notes to “…include $50,000 for LEED documentation which will be paid after successful submission of documents to the Green Building Council.”. Section 01800 Part 1, Paragraph

1.11.14.1 notes that “… Contractor shall pre-register the building with the USGBC, develop the LEED for HOMES ® Design Strategy, compile all required documentation, fill out USGBC forms and pay all associated fees as required to obtain certification by USGBC. Design strategies will focus on savings and energy, water and materials use to minimize life-cycle costs. The facility shall be turned over to the government by the contractor with USGBC Certification…”. However, Section 01800 Part 1, Paragraph 1.3.3 notes that “… The government does not intend to register the building with the USGBC at this time…” .

Should USGBC certification effort and fees be included in the project scope or is the intent to meet Certified level for LEED for HOMES without registering the project through the USGBC?

Disregard all references to LEED. For Sustainable Design see Amendment #005, item #9.

#005

3 12/10/24 Land Survey 1.4.1.1, Drawing

3888C01 Please provide a copy of the untouched survey CAD file with TIN lines or 3D surfaces attached.

CAD file will be provided, see attachment O.

4 12/10/24

Geotechnical Report 1.5.2. Preliminary Geotech Site Data and Attchment A.

The geotechnical report does not provide pavement section design. Does USCG have standard pavement sections to use or does the geotechnical report need to be amended to provide sections?

Pavement sections shall be determined by the Civil Engineer DOR.

5 12/10/24

Section 01800 1.1.2.3: Storm Water

Management: Pg.

71, 1.4.3

Is there an existing stormwater feature onsite or does all stormwater get collected into swales and discharge into Portage Lake?

There are no stormwater management BMPs onsite. All stormwater is collected by swales and storm sewer piping and discharged to Lake Portage.

6 12/10/24

Section 01800 1.1.2.2 Septic System: Pg. 71 and

81, 1.4.1.1 Topo survey.

Can you provide any information on the exisitng septic system, when was the system installed? Has there been any recent testing or maintenance performed on the system?

As-Built information available is provided as Attachment N. See amendment.

There has not been any testing/maintenance performed on the existing septic system.

#005

7 12/10/24 Section 01800 1.4 .2- Site Planning and Design - Sheds:

Please provide the age and condition of the exisitng storage sheds. Are we to assume that the existing storage sheds are in sufficient condition to be relocated?

The storage sheds are approximately 4-5 years old and in great condition.

8 12/10/24 Section 01800 1.4 .2- Site Planning and Design - Sheds:

What are the reused storage sheds for? With some of the options it appears access top and from the sheds between the building and new playground will be reduced.

The sheds are used for general storage. USCG personnel will empty the sheds prior to start of construction and then put the items back in once sheds are relocated.

9 12/10/24 Section 01800 1.4.3 Are there existing plans for the adjacent building development, specifically for stormwater and the existing septic system?

As-Built information is provided in Attachment N. See amendment.

#005

10 12/10/24 Section 01800 1.4.9 Are there design calculations for the existing septic system to determine the sizing?

As-Built information is provided in Attachment N. See amendment. #005

11 12/10/24

Section 01800 1.9 Are there existing plans of the existing buildings that are to be demolished? As-Built information available is provided in Attachment N. See amendment.

#005

12 12/10/24 Section 01800 1.4.8 Are we to assume the new building fixture counts will not increase significantly over the existing building such that the existing water main is of sufficient size?

Yes

13 12/10/24 Section 01800 1.4.11 Are we to assume the existing access drive and adjacent parking areas are sufficient such that repairs are not necessary for new building drive connections?

The Contractor can assume that the roadway and parking lot existing surfaces affected by construction need to be brought back to pre-construction conditions.

14 12/10/24 27

RFP Document III Instructions for Submitting Questions Regarding Task Order Announcement- Can the government please extend the deadline of questions to two weeks after the site visit, as the site visit has not been scheduled yet.

RFI due date 1/20/2025. Posted via Amendment 001.

#001

15 12/10/24 27

RFP Document IV Submission Instructions, Closing Date- Can the government please extend the closing date of the proposal by two weeks, as the site visit has not been scheduled yet. We are also concerned that with the holidays our subcontractors will not have sufficient time to properly price the project.

Proposal due date was extended to 2/28/2025 via Amendment 003

#003

16 12/10/24

N/A N/A Please provide as-built drawings of the existing facilities that the contractor is to remove for our pricing efforts.

As-Built information available is provided in Attachment N. See amendment.

#005

17 12/10/24

N/A N/A Are there any hazardous materials present in the facilities that are to be removed? If so, please provide a hazardous material survey that identifies the materials that are to be removed. Or will the contractor be required to perform a hazardous material survey after award?

There are no known hazardous materials present in the facilities.

18 12/10/24

N/A N/A Will the RFP provided, Attachment A- Geotechnical Report and Attachment I- USCG Station Portage Survey, be adequate for the contractor to use as our bases of design, or will the contractor be required to perform their own after award?

Per RFP 01800-1.5.2.2, 'The Contractor’s registered design professional shall be responsible for making their own interpretation the provided boring and laboratory data for bid consideration.' Also, RFP 01800-1.5.3.1.1 - 'All geotechnical investigation deemed necessary by the consultant shall be obtained by the consultant and paid for by the Contractor.' In summary, additional geotechnical work shall be determined by the DOR.

19 12/10/24

Section 1330 1.3.2 Design Build

Submittal Procedures

What is the governments review period for preconstruction submittals? See amendment 5

#005

July 2011

PREAWARD INQUIRY FORM

20 12/11/24 28

Section IV of the TOA Submission Instructions, Non-Price Proposal, page 28, indicates that typing (font) is to be no less than 12-point Garamond. Does this requirement apply only to the Factor 1 and Factor 2 narrative text? Are charts, tables, diagrams, and drawings subject to this requirement?

This requirement will not count against the drawings and/or graphics.

#005

21 12/11/24 The TOA The TOA includes Representation and Certification sections. Please confirm that it is acceptable to place these responses in the Price Volume.

Representations and Certifications should be included in the Price proposal.

#005

22 12/11/24

Section V and Section VI (first paragraph) of the

TOA

Section V and Section VI (first paragraph) of the TOA appear to indicate the Basis of Evaluation is best value tradeoff. Most other references in the TOA are the same/similar. However, later in Section VI on page 32, it states, “Award will be made to the Contractor proposing the lowest total evaluated price.” Please confirm the evaluation method is best value tradeoff.

Confirmed. Award will made to the Contractor proposing the best value.

#005

23 12/11/24 Section 01800 paragraph 1.1.2.2 Septic System references State of Maine Wastewater Disposal rules. Please clarify the wastewater system requirement/rules/regulations for this project.

Please see amendment.

#005

24 12/11/24 Does the Government have any exemptions from the State and Local permitting requirements?

No, since some State and Local Permitting requirements may be more stringent.

25 12/11/24

Due to the holiday season upcoming, we respectfully request that the proposal due date be extended by 4 weeks to allow adequate time for Design- Build Team planning and coordination, particularly as the date for the site visit is still pending.

See Amendment 001

#001

26 12/11/24 If the site visit does not occur before the question (RFI) due date of December 20, please extend the due date for RFIs to a date after the site visit.

See Amendment 001 #001

27 12/19/24

A-101, RFP

Spec page 98

Sheet A-101 and Section 01800

1.7.2.4 Due to the snow loads and ice damming prevalent in this climate, the roof layout does not appear to facilitate a standing seam metal roof. Are alternatives allowed to be proposed other than the two systems identified in the RFP?

Building shall be designed to prevent ice damming (See Appendix C).

Alternative methods are allowed to be proposed.

28 12/19/24 A-101, A-

102, A-103

The note on sheet A-101 indicates the design as shown is conceptual in nature and does not represent the final design solution. If spatial adjacencies in a proposed design remain similar to that which is proposed in a revised layout, is that acceptable? Alternatively, is it the intent that these structures’ final layout closely mirror the proposed as shown on A-101, A-102 and A-103?

1.Yes

2. Yes, should be similar.

29 12/19/24 RFP Spec

Section 01800 1.3.2 The majority of the materials to be provided to construct this project are not available within the radius’s typically listed within the requirements and pre-requisites for LEED. Are alternative verification systems such as Green Globes acceptable in lieu of LEED Certification?

The goal of the project is to build in a responsibly sustainable manner. See Amendment #005, Item #9.

#005

30 1/20/25 2 Amend 0001 1 Please provide a copy of the site visit attendance sheet. See Amendment 003 #003

1/20/2025 C106-C109

Price Proposal Form Please clarify the scope difference between Option Items 1 and 2 – Confirm that only one or the other can be awarded and NOT both since Option 2 appears to be inclusive of the work of Option 1. Awarding both would mean a single unit structure AND a duplex structure would be constructed which contradicts the conceptual drawings.

Option #001 is to construct 1/2 of the duplex unit.

Option #002 is to construct the entire duplex.

1/20/2025

Missing specification Is a site safety and health officer required by the contractor on this project? If so please provide requirements of this position.

See amendment 5

#005

1/20/2025

General Is this project tax-exempt? Please see reference to FAR Subpart 29.3 - State and Local Taxes. Generally, Government contractors are not exempt from state tax, absent an exception permitted by the state tax code. The government does not see any such exemption present in the documents provided. The contractor however, may present evidence to the contrary, as described by the FAR site above.

#005

1/20/2025

Price Proposal Form What is the deadline by which Option Items must be awarded by? Options will be awarded upon the governments need. However, Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). #005

1/20/2025 C102-C108

Section 01110 1.13 RFP Specifications Section 01110 Part 1.13 Work Sequence states “If options are not awarded the last three remaining homes cannot be demolished until 30 days after the base bid (5) five housing units are turned over” implying demolition of the remaining three homes is part of the base bid scope.

However, on conceptual drawing sheets C-102 - C-108, the existing buildings are called out as “existing structures to remain” when certain options are not awarded. Is demolition of the eastern three existing structures included with the base bid?

See Amendment #005, Item #10

#005

1/20/2025

Price Proposal Form If demolition of the three existing eastern structures is not part of the base bid, please define which option(s) to include demolition of which structure(s) in.

See Amendment…