Amendment 0003 - 70Z0G126BSSNE0001 Repair and Abate Boat Maintenance Facility.pdf

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Summary of Changes

This solicitation is hereby amended to reflect the following changes:

1. Provide Updated Wage Determination: General Decision Number MA20250001 Modification Number 16 Dated 5 December

2. Bid Due Date is hereby changed from 17 December 2025 at 2:00PMEST to 7 January 2026 at 2:00PMEST

3. Provide 'Attachment 5 – E-Verify Fact Sheet', 'Attachment 6 - Structural Design Criteria' & 'Attachment 7 - 079100 Section Wall Joint Seal'

4. Provide Request for Information (RFI) Responses (#1-#155)

Request for Information Responses:

RFI #1. Are there any government required proprietary products in this contract?

Government Response: No

RFI #2. Provide HAZ MAT survey of metal roofing Government Response: The HAZMAT study did not test the metal roofing, the roofing is the same paint and material as the wall panels, so the assumptions are they have the same Hazardous materials involved.

RFI #3. Reference section 030100; Provide locations and dimensions and depth of unsound ,delaminated and cracked concrete to be repaired Government Response: Typical existing conditions of concrete curb to be repaired are depicted on page A-901 of project plans. Approximately 100 cf of concrete curbing lines perimeter of BMF, delaminated and spalled areas to be recoated per specification section 03 01 00.

RFI #4. Reference section 050523.13;Provide frequency of tests that are specified Government Response: This is for all NEW welds.

RFI #5. Reference section 050523.16;Provide locations and types welds required under this scope of work Government Response: Where new structural components are required to support the installation of the building panels.

RFI #6. Can the AISC certification for steel fabrication be waived due the limited quantity of new steel on this project?

Government Response: No

RFI #7. Confirm all testing required under this contract will be in accordance with the IBEC 2021 codes Government Response: Design was done per Massachusetts building code, which is the 2021 edition.

RFI #8. Will there be delegated designs that will be required to be provided by the contractor?

Government Response: Delegated design for wall and roof panels and associated structure.

RFI #9. Provide name of manufacturer of the Fire Alarm system and the name of the fire alarm service company that service the BMF Government Response: The existing fire alarm system is Honeywell Notifier.

RFI #10. Provide name of EPDM roof manufacturer and if the current EPDM roof is under warranty with name of roofing

co. that holds the warranty Government Response: The EPDM roof manufacturer is unknown and no warranty exists.

RFI #11 - Provide copy of the site visitors sign in sheet Government Response: The pre-bid site visit sign in sheet was included with Amendment 0001 and referenced as 'Attachment 4'

RFI #12 -Will this project be exempt from Massachusetts state sales tax?

Government Response: Please refer to the Invitation for Bid Cover Page Item #8 (Page 1), of which states "Bidder shall include all APPLICABLE Federal, State, and Local taxes in their bid price. A tax-exempt number will not be provided."

RFI #13 - Confirm key note 9/A-151 occurs at 2 locations Government Response: Occurs on the two gable ends of the building. See sheet A-202

RFI #14 - Provide name of manufacturer and model as basis of design for the new metal wall panels Government Response: See spec section 07 42 63 2.4.1, and 2.1.1 for basis of design.

RFI #15 - Provide quantity, type and location of new sub girts & purlins that will be required for the work under this contract Government Response: To be a delegated design item reviewed during submittal process.

RFI #16 - Will the exterior metal and railings attached to the BMF be painted Government Response: Existing exterior stair/railing to remain as is.

RFI #17 - Provide Head, Jamb, and Sill details for the infill framing required at removed /abandoned window openings and at the enlarged modified window openings Government Response: See sheet A-602 for details at new/existing window openings. Infill framing details not required because all existing siding is being removed and new insulated metal panel is being installed.

RFI #18 - Confirm section 084113 is not in this contract Government Response: Correct.

RFI #19 - Identify how many paint colors will be used for the interior paint and interior high performance coatings Government Response: Drawings indicate color TBD, verify with USCG desired color, otherwise match existing.

RFI #20 - Identify locations of existing metal floor surfaces Government Response: The BMF does not have metal floor surfaces.

RFI #21 - Provide value of liquidate damages as called out in specification 099713.27 , para. 1.4.6.8 Government Response: There are no liquidated damages as part of the resultant contract

RFI #22 - Will all interior paint be removed from all interior steel framing members?

Government Response: All interior paint will need to be removed for proper application of coatings/paints.

RFI #23 - Will the government remove all furniture, fixtures, and equipment from the BMF ?

Government Response: Coast Guard personnel will relocate tools, work benches, unit gear, etc. Contractor is responsible for removal of furniture, fixtures, and equipment within the scope of the project.

RFI #24 - Will the contractor be allowed to use watertight dumpsters for work under this contract?

Government Response: Yes

RFI #25 - Confirm live load capacity of the pier roadways Government Response: Keep cranes and work machinery 10 feet clear of seawall. BMF is 40 foot from the seawall at its closest point on the southwest corner.

RFI #26 - After reviewing the drawings (sheet G-002) and specifications, no reference was found to temporary interior protection, such as suspended plastic cover or dust containment systems, during roof and wall panel removal, structural repair, or painting activities.

Since the facility will remain operational throughout construction, please confirm whether:

1. No temporary interior protection is required, or

2. Any form of suspended plastic sheeting, containment walls, or temporary barriers is expected to protect personnel or equipment within the active facility areas Government Response: The understood intent was for the boat lift to be useable outside and all USCG work will be done on the outside of the facility during construction activities. There is a requirement to limit the exposure of bare metal parts to the corrosive environment and protect the electrical and HVAC components.

RFI #27 - Could you please provide a copy of the lead report for the Boat Maintenance Building?

Government Response: The report is included in the specs as an Appendix after Spec 02 83 00.

RFI #28 - Verify if the existing metal roof deck , OH Doors and housing ,and hollow metal doors and frames contain hazardous levels of lead based paint.

Government Response: The report is included in the specs as an Appendix after Spec 02 83 00.

RFI #29 - Confirm that the government will provide the Certified Industrial Hygienist to perform all specified testing.

Government Response: There is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) as part of the design team to determine affected areas, the USCG requires this person to be part of the design team through construction and will be providing the USCG with periodic testing and reports. An independent CIH is required per specifications to be the Competent Person (CP) for the remediation work and will coordinate with the design team CIH.

RFI #30 - Identify all locations of existing plywood wall surfaces and existing drywall surfaces Government Response: See sheets AD101, & AD202 keynote 5.

RFI #31 - Will new metal stud/drywall be required at column line A,1,and 4?

Government Response: Required on column line B only along wall adjacent to exterior stairs. See Code plans A101 for intended location.

RFI #32 - Will portable chain link be allowed to be used as building perimeter barricades?

Government Response: Yes, construction site plan and traffic control plan to be submitted IAW project specifications section 01 50 00.

RFI #33 - Will the OH Door panels require a SP-6 preparation and the High Performance Coating application?

Government Response: Project scope does not note the OH door to be painted, it is to remain as is. Just the door frame to be painted.

RFI #34 - Reference key note 10 /A-102;Provide make and model number for the expansion joint and cover Government Response: For the wall expansion joint, see specification section 07 91 00 attached (see attachment 7), Basis of Design was the Emshield WFR1 system. Horizontal expansion joint Basis of Design is Carlisle 300471.

RFI #35 - Reference detail A2/A-601 and A8/A-501; Provide size /thickness of the new galvanized metal angle and the type of welding required Government Response: Angles shown are part of the insulated metal panels installation, therefore are included in the delegated design scope of work for the insulated metal panel system.

RFI #36 - Reference detail A8/A-501;Provide type of anchoring bolt and the spacing required Government Response: Delegated design for wall and roof panels and associated structure per specification section 07 42 63 (wall) and 07 41 63 (roof).

RFI #37 - Provide gauge of metal studs required at new drywall

Government Response: Delegated design per specification section 05 40 00.

RFI #38 - Confirm a Level 5 finish is required at new drywall Government Response: Provide level 4 finish on GWB surfaces.

RFI #39 - Provide location of new board and block insulation Government Response: Board and block insulation not required.

RFI #40 - Reference detail C3/A-501;Provide type .size and dimension of the structural rake support Government Response: Delegated design for wall and roof panels and associated structure per specification section 07 42 63 (wall) and 07 41 63 (roof).

RFI #41 - Reference detail E8/A-501;Provide material and gauge for the eve support framing Government Response: Delegated design for wall and roof panels and associated structure per specification section 07 42 63 (wall) and 07 41 63 (roof).

RFI #42 - Reference A-002;Provide" Structural Letter on Structural Assumptions and Other Information Government Response: See attached sheet for structural assumptions. (see Attachment 6)

RFI #43 - Will the interior crane hoist be painted under this contract ?

Government Response: No

RFI #44 - Verify testing sequence's and quantity of tests that are required to be performed by the Certified Protective Coating Specialist Government Response: See specification section 09 97 13.27 for requirement of Contractor to perform field inspections in accordance with ASTM D3276 "Standard Guide for Painting Inspectors (Metal Substrates)" and the approved Coating Work Plan Submittal.

RFI #45 - Verify testing sequence's and quantities of paint samples applications , abrasive samples, chlorite samples and nitrate ions samples to be tested as called for in section 099713.27 Government Response: See specification section 09 97 13.27 for requirement of Contractor to perform field inspections in accordance with ASTM D3276 "Standard Guide for Painting Inspectors (Metal Substrates)" and the approved Coating Work Plan Submittal.

RFI #46 - Reference section 074163; The specified roof panel "LS 36" is produced in Canada, please confirm that this product can be used on this project Government Response: At the time of the preparation of the design documents, Architect confirmed with Metal Span that the Basis of Design roof and wall panels were BAA compliant. As this was a single point in time, the Contractor is required to confirm BAA compliance of all products they intend to provide, including all Basis of Design products since compliance may have changed. The Contractor is to provide documentation of BAA compliance with all product submittals. If Metal Span can no longer provide BAA Compliant products, submit material from alternate manufacturer for use in this project.

RFI #47 - The abatement scope of work identified under Spec Section 02 83 00, subsection 1.3 Description states in part," demolition or removal of material containing lead, cadmium, chromium in all condition, located throughout the facility". Is the intention of the abatement efforts to remove all lead, cadmium and chromium materials from the facility, or only the amount required to perform physical modifications including preparation for coatings, and physical repairs and modifications?

Government Response: The intention of the abatement efforts is to remove lead, cadmium and chromium materials from the facility as indicated on plans. The steel structure will need full removal, and the exterior and roof are also full removal. The overhead doors and other man doors are not part of the removal process.

RFI #48 - There is a requirement for retaining the building as "Weather tight" (Demo Note 4) during construction. What is the intended objective for this requirement, as it will reflect the means and methods used for abatement, painting, and repairs? Is this for minimization of structural oxidation/deterioration or another reason?

Government Response: This is in an effort to limit the exposure of bare metal part to the corrosive environment and protect the electrical and HVAC components.

RFI #49 - Some structural members may need to be replaced or newly installed to accommodate new features, particularly the west facing upper windows. Is there a detail and specified material for framing these areas for openings for these new windows?

Government Response: Delegated design per specification section 05 40 00.

RFI #50 - Drawings call for 2.5" insulated metal panels to be installed in replacement of old uninsulated corrugated panels.

The thicker insulated panels may require additional room to clear any adjacent structural members, particularly near the east side stair abutments. Please verify that insulated panels will fit in these areas.

Government Response: 2.5" Insulated panels basis of design was determined to fit in these areas.

RFI #51 - There is a floor drain in the center of the space that is currently filled to the grate with water. This does not appear on plumbing drawings. For precautionary considerations, does this drain work, where does it lead to, and is there an isolation valve for its outflow?

Government Response: Project plans do not incorporate the floor drain.

RFI #52 - Please expand upon the warranty requirements for installation of new envelope features on the existing steel frame.

Government Response: Warranty requirements for the new envelope features are included in the specifications.

RFI #53 - Scoped repairs will require considerable area for laydown and perimeter equipment movements. Please outline which area(s) we can use for lay-down space as well as any access restrictions & or required accommodations we can expect, based on other projects and/or facility use anticipated during our construction timeframe?

Government Response: Per 01 50 00 1.3:

Prior to the start of work, submit for Government approval a site plan showing the locations and dimensions of temporary facilities (including layouts and details, equipment and material storage area (onsite and offsite), and access and haul routes, avenues of ingress/egress to the fenced area and details of the fence installation. Identify any areas which may have to be graveled to prevent the tracking of mud. Indicate if the use of a supplemental or other staging area is desired. Show locations of safety and construction fences, site trailers, construction entrances, trash dumpsters, temporary sanitary facilities, and worker parking areas.

RFI #54 - Although the US Coast Guard is a division of the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Unified Facilities Criteria apply to DoD projects, this project is not designed in accordance with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFCs) and the specifications are not in accordance with the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS). Please confirm that the UFCs and UFGS do not apply to the project or provide design documents that do comply with these UFCs and UFGS.

Government Response: Comply with Unified Facilities Criteria as outlined in project specifications.

RFI #55 - Spec 26 51 00, section 3.3.1, states to see spec 01 91 00.15 Building Commissioning, but the RFP Specs do not contain a Spec 01 91 00.15. Please advise if Commissioning scope is to be included in this proposal and if so, please provide Spec 01 91 00.15 or similar that defines a scope.

Government Response: Commissioning is limited to mechanical items, building commissioning is not required.

RFI #56 - Spec 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures, specifically the Submittal Register, beginning on pg. 35 of Attachment 1 (Specs) does not indicate any submittals are required for any Division 1 items. Please verify if this is correct and if not, please revise the submittal register to indicate which submittals are required.

Government Response: Per Spec 01 33 00 The following Division 01 preconstruction submittals are required prior to mobilization or commencing on site work:

Construction Progress Schedule

List Of Proposed Subcontractors List Of Proposed Products Submittal Register Schedule of Values Accident Prevention Plan Health and Safety Plan Work Plan Quality Control Plan Environmental Protection Plan

RFI #57 - Spec 01 45 00.00 10, section 3.4.2.1 states the CQC System Manager may have duties as project superintendent and SSHO, in addition to quality control. Spec 01 35 26, section 1.7.1.1.1 states the SSHO may also serve as the Quality Control Manager and Superintendent, provided that this individual meets the qualification requirements as specified herein.

Please clarify the number of KTR's onsite management personnel required and their roles for this project.

Government Response: One person can perform the tasks of all (4) personnel requirements.

RFI #58 - Please consider extending the bid date by 10 days from the date when 100% of questions have been addressed to allow adequate time for sub/vendor review and incorporation into pricing.

USCG Question: Bid due date has been extended to 7 January 2026 at 2:00PMEST.

RFI #59 - Please provide all as-builts, existing surveys, and any other existing conditions documentation to prospective bidders for review prior to bid submission.

Government Response: Bid as per project plans and specifications.

RFI #60 - The solicitation does not appear to include 52.211-12 Liquidated Damages-Construction. Please confirm that the contract terms exclude liquidated damages or clarify what damages, if any, would apply Government Response: Liquidated Damages, specifically FAR 52.211-12, is not included in the solicitation and resultant contract.

RFI #61 - Immigrants vs. Citizens? Green cards acceptable?

Government Response: Contractors shall comply with FAR 52.222-54 for employment verification. Awardee will be required to comply with DHS's e-verification platform within (30) days of award. Attached is the E-Verify Fact Sheet (Attachment 5)

RFI #62 - Can we use the space inside the boat house building for storage throughout the duration of the construction? (lift, box truck, tools, etc.)

Government Response: Storage to be coordinated with USCG after Notice to Proceed (NTP).

RFI #63 - Who is responsible for moving hazardous materials and storage of them? (oil, gas, on site coast guard containers that are present) Government Response: Contractor in coordination with USCG.

RFI #64 - Hours/days allowed to work?

Government Response: Per Spec section 011400: Regular working hours shall consist of a 8.5 hour period, between the hours of 0700 and 1630, Monday through Friday excluding Government Holidays.

RFI #65 - Plans say to add 2 new gas fired heaters, and also reinstall the existing heaters. Do we have specs for these new heaters? Do we purchase and install them… or just install the heaters that are provided to us?

Government Response: New gas fired heaters are to be purchased and installed, existing infared heaters to be taken down and reinstalled. Gas Unit Heater schedule included on project plans M-501.

RFI #66 - Who will remove existing items from the boat maintenance facility including the diesel fuel tank, waste oil tank and used anti-freeze tank?

Government Response: Contractor in coordination with USCG.

RFI #67 - The drawings state "during demolition activities, maintain building so it remains watertight and weather tight". Is the intention to perform the work in sections, wrap the building frame in plastic or simply protect the electrical and HVAC components and small are that connects to "existing adjacent building"?

Government Response: This is in an effort to limit the exposure of bare metal part to the corrosive environment and protect the electrical and HVAC components.

RFI #68 - Is it the intention of the project to keep the building in service during the duration of the project?

Government Response: The understood intent was for the boat lift to be useable outside and all USCG work will be done on the outside of the facility during construction activities. Boat maintenance will transfer to another facility on the grounds for the duration of the project.

RFI #69 - Is there any work associated with the floor drain in the center of the building? What type of protection is required?

Government Response: Project plans do not incorporate the floor drain.

RFI #70 - Is AISC certification required for the steel repairs?

Government Response: Yes.

RFI #71 - Does the contractor doing the firestopping of penetrations need to be a separate contractor and inspector certified by the International Firestop Council?

Government Response: Per 07 84 00 1.5.2:

The inspector must be completely independent of, and divested from, the installer, the manufacturer, and the supplier of any material or item being inspected. The inspector must not be a competitor of the installer, the contractor, the manufacturer, or supplier of any material or item being inspected. Include in the qualifications submittal a notarized statement assuring compliance with the requirements stated herein.

RFI #72 - Detail A9 on page A-311 shows "1hr rated wall from Inside (ul-v497) Provide 3 layers of 5/8" type X GWB on LGMF from foundation to underside of roof deck" is it the intention to remove the existing window on the party wall infill the opening and create a fire rated wall between the space and adjacent building or is the entire wall to be 1 Hour rated including the glass?

Government Response: All existing windows and metal panels are indicated to be removed. There is no window specified to be reinstalled or replaced in this location. The 1 hour rated wall is required to protect the exterior egress stair from the attached building. The adjacent CMU wall provides an existing 1-hour rating to the adjacent building.

RFI #73 - Will contractor have complete capacity of the building during the entire duration of the project? Does the Coast Guard require any temporary functionality of any part of the building?

Government Response: Boat maintenance will transfer to another facility on the grounds for the duration of the project.

Access will still be needed to the travel lift finger piers to the southeast of the BMF. Coordinate and deconflict space functionality, access, and alternative boat maintenance areas with USCG after NTP.

RFI #74 - Is the contractor able to remove all of the exterior skin at one time or does that need to be done in phases?

Government Response: Installation in Phases is not necessary for design reasons, but it may be required to accommodate USCG functions or supplier requirements/schedules.

RFI #75 - Please confirm the existing floor is to receive no repair or finish.

Government Response: Finish to the existing floor not included in project scope

RFI #76 - What will contractor have for a material / equipment / dumpster lay down area?

Government Response: Per 01 50 00 1.3:

Prior to the start of work, submit for Government approval a site plan showing the locations and dimensions of temporary facilities (including layouts and details, equipment and material storage area (onsite and offsite), and access and haul routes, avenues of ingress/egress to the fenced area and details of the fence installation. Identify any areas which may have to be graveled to prevent the tracking of mud. Indicate if the use of a supplemental or other staging area is desired. Show locations of safety and construction fences, site trailers, construction entrances, trash dumpsters, temporary sanitary facilities, and worker parking areas.

RFI #77 - Will workers be allowed to park in the coast guard parking lot?

Government Response: Per Spec 01 14 00 Section 1.3.5 Prohibited on any piers and waterfront areas. Do not park on or block the marked fire lanes at any time. Vehicles may stop on the piers or waterfront areas for 15 minutes for loading and unloading. An exception may be made for vehicles which are part of the equipment needed to do the required work and are attached or connected to the pier of ship; for example, a truck which uses a mounted generator or a vehicle with built-in equipment. Pier weight limits are never to be exceeded under any circumstances. Parking for workers shall be limited to designated areas only. Off base parking may be required. Metal tracked construction vehicles are not permitted on paved areas, utilize rubber tire or rubber tracked vehicles only.

RFI #78 - Is the intent to get metal framing members to bare metal or just prep for a proper paint job and spot remove paint containing hazardous materials at areas with new metal connections?

Government Response: The intent is to remove all hazardous paints and materials from metal before new coating.

RFI #79 - For the sake of fair competition in the bid process, what should be carried for unforeseen concrete repair?

Government Response: Typical existing conditions of concrete curb to be repaired are depicted on page A-901 of project plans. Approximately 100 cf of concrete curbing lines perimeter of BMF, delaminated and spalled areas to be recoated per specification section 03 01 00.

RFI #80 - What mockups are required?

Government Response: Window Mockup required, due to the limited amount of windows onsite mockup not required, but a sample mockup for approval should be provided as part of the submittal process.

RFI #81 - Are the costs related to services provided by D and K and RPF Environmental by Owner?

Government Response: D&K and RPF are contracted with the USCG through construction to provide support for submittals and RFI's, and periodic progress review and reports.

RFI #82 - Because the area is gated from the public can cones and caution tape serve to create the 10' exterior buffer to the work zone?

Government Response: No, construction site plan and traffic control plan to be submitted IAW project specifications section 01 50 00.

RFI #83 - What is the amounts of weldments to be inspected?

Government Response: Per Spec 05 05 23.16 Section 3.3.1 A Certified Welding Inspector must perform visual inspection on 100 percent of all welds.

RFI #84 - Is the contractor required to hire a coating inspection company or will factory inspection from the manufacturer suffice?

Government Response: Per Spec 09 97 13.27 Section 3.9.1 The coating inspector shall be considered a QC Specialist and shall report to the QC Manager, as specified in Section 01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL. The Coating Inspector shall be present during all pre-preparation testing, surface preparation, coating application, initial cure of the coating system, during all coating repair work, and during completion activities as specified in Section 01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL. The Coating Inspector shall provide complete documentation of conditions and occurrences on the job site, and be aware of conditions and occurrences that are potentially detrimental to the coating system. The requirements for inspection listed in this Section are in addition to the QC inspection and reporting requirements specified in Section 01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL.

RFI #85 - Do the Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals?

Government Response: No, they can all be the same person

RFI #86 - Are there any phasing requirements?

Government Response: Installation in Phases is not necessary for design reasons, but it may be required to accommodate USCG functions or supplier requirements/schedules.

RFI #87 - If the building remains occupied, how many people will be in the building?

Government Response: Boat maintenance will transfer to another facility on the grounds for the duration of the project.

Access will still be needed to the travel lift finger piers to the southeast of the BMF. Coordinate and deconflict space functionality, access, and alternative boat maintenance areas with USCG after NTP.

RFI #88 - Are there any temporary heating/cooling requirements?

Government Response: No

RFI #89 - 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?

Government Response: USCG is not aware of any long lead time items for this requirement. Time extensions shall be requested in accordance with Specification 01 32 00 3.3, 3.3.1, & 3.3.2

RFI #90 - Are soil boring reports available? If not, it will be assumed that excavation will be clear of rocks and obstructions.

Government Response: No

RFI #91 - Please provide bidding quantities for deteriorated underlayment (roofing)/base course (paving).

Government Response: There are no pavement upgrades and there is no existing underlayment.

RFI #92 - Please confirm the manufacturer of the existing roofing system and who carries the current warranty of the roofing system.

Government Response: The roof manufacturer is unknown and no warranty exists.

RFI #93 - Please confirm whether asbestos or lead is present on this project, and if so, provide the relevant documentation.

Government Response: Yes, the report is included in the specs as an Appendix after Spec 02 83 00

RFI #94 - Please provide the contact information for the building controls contractor.

Government Response: There is no building controls contractor.

RFI #95 - Please provide the contact information for the building fire alarm company.

Government Response: Current fire alarm service provider is Cape Cod Alarm. *The USCG does not dictate subcontractors utilized for the construction requirement. It is the contractor's responsibility to determine subcontractors based on the work outlined in the plans and specifications

RFI #96 - Please provide the site visit attendee sign-in sheet.

Government Response: See RFI #11 Response

RFI #97 - Is this project tax exempt?

Government Response: See RFI #12 Response

RFI #98 - Identify which purlins require removal and replacement.

Government Response: Based on existing conditions review, no purlins required replacement. However, there may be damage or deterioration found during the demolition process.

RFI #99 - Confirm salvage vs. disposal for heaters, exhaust systems, and Unistrut. Drawings say remove, specs say reinstall.

Government Response: Heaters are remove and reinstall, exhaust system is remove (3) units and reinstall (1) unit, unistrut is all remove and reinstall.

RFI #100 - Clarify construction limits and staging/access zones.

Government Response: Per 01 50 00 1.3:

Prior to the start of work, submit for Government approval a site plan showing the locations and dimensions of temporary facilities (including layouts and details, equipment and material storage area (onsite and offsite), and access and haul routes, avenues of ingress/egress to the fenced area and details of the fence installation. Identify any areas which may have to be graveled to prevent the tracking of mud. Indicate if the use of a supplemental or other staging area is desired. Show locations of safety and construction fences, site trailers, construction entrances, trash dumpsters, temporary sanitary facilities, and worker parking areas.

RFI #101 - Confirm daily debris removal requirement vs. sealed dumpster option.

Government Response: Per 01 14 00 1.3.5:

All dumpsters on site must not capture or retain precipitation. Typical lids on 30 to 40 yard dumpsters do not meet this requirement so for all projects at this site ALL debris has to be removed off site daily.

RFI #102 - Clarify air compressor reinstallation vs. Replacement.

Government Response: Existing compressor to be removed during construction, stored safely and reinstalled

RFI #103 - Confirm quantity and design intent for vehicle exhaust systems.

Government Response: Per drawing G-002:

The objective of the removal and reinstallation of the vehicle exhaust system is to remove all 4 systems. Each system component will be reviewed by Coast Guard personnel and one will be selected to be reinstalled. It will then be the decision of the coast guard which remaining components will remain in their possession, and which components will be disposed of by the contractor.

RFI #104 - Provide specs for shore power connection box (voltage/amperage).

Government Response: Existing power connection box is a Russelstoll Max-Gard 240V/60A single phase unit, provide a similar unit and match existing connection pin configuration.

RFI #105 - Provide fixture schedule for exterior lighting.

Government Response: Provide cobra head style lights per specifications, with similar performance as the existing fixture.

RFI #106 - Clarify switching layout for new 3-way-controlled lighting.

Government Response: One set of 3-way switches for the north side of the building strip lights, and one set for the south side. Existing switching for existing overhead light fixtures to remain.

RFI #107 - Provide cold-formed metal framing locations.

Government Response: Where new structural components are required to support the installation of the building panels.

RFI #108 - Please provide contact information for local gas utilities.

Government Response: National Grid Massachusetts

RFI #109 - Specification Section 01 57 19 indicates that a Notice of Intent is to be filed with NPDES. This submission is typical for ground disturbing activities of over an acre. This project scope does not involve any ground disturbing activities.

Please clarify if this submission is required.

Government Response: NOI due to hazardous materials during demolition, if determined to not be required, provide approval from NPDES.

RFI #110 - 02 83 00 Lead Cadmium and Chromium Remediation: 1.2.1 references 40 CFR 745, Section 223, This regulation pertains to lead in child occupied facilities. Work procedures contained in this section are not consistent or practical for the removal of lead paint from structural steel.

Such as Section 3.101.5 Local Exhaust System, referencing local exhaust systems typical for an asbestos abatement project or residential lead project. This system would become overloaded with dust in a few hours in a sandblasting project. Section

3.3.2 Paint with Lead, Removal, prohibits dry sanding or grinding, which is specified in section 09 97 13.27.

Government Response: Work must comply with MASS Department of Labor Standards 454 CMR 22.12 (1) for a Class 1 Deleading Project and all local ordinances.

RFI #111 - Containments System. 09 97 13.27 Section 1.4.4.1 Calls for submission of the containment plan. Is the intent of the Government to sandblast and coat the accessible structural steel prior the removal of the roof and side panels, using the existing building as the containment. The walls and ceiling panels would then be removed and the paint on beams and purloins that interfaced with the roof and walls would be removed by HEPA shrouded power tools.

Government Response: The Contractor's plan should include the preferred approach for approval.

RFI #112 - The specifications indicate that any dumpster must be removed daily. Is it possible to utilize the shell of the building for a hazardous waste container, as to minimize the daily removal?

Government Response: Debris removal to occur IAW specifications section 01 14 00 Work Restrictions.

RFI #113 - Drawing A602 indicates to refer to detail D6 on A601 for window header details. Detail D6 on A601 is indicative of the OH Doors that are to remain. Is this the correct detail to refer to?

Government Response: Refer to detail E3 / A-602.

RFI #114 - Drawings indicate concrete repair at the foundation walls. Specs appear to refer to sounding, patching, epoxy injection, sealing, then coating. During the bid walk, the foundation did not appear to be deteriorating, but movement was noticed at the wall to pier connections. Is this scope of work intended to fill the joints between piers and walls and correct any deviations to top of wall?

Government Response: See RFI #144 for defined quantity. Repair areas to be as directed by USCG.

RFI #115 - Specifications indicate the implantation of ultrasonic inspection of weldments, followed by specification sections for structural welding and structural steel. The drawings do not appear to indicate any specific structural repairs. Is the intent to perform the ultrasonic inspections on all existing weldments, then determine any required repairs to be added to the contract at a later date?

Government Response: Inspections are for all NEW weldments associated with any additional cold form metal framing.

RFI #116 - Specification section 05 40 00 Cold formed framing, indicates load-bearing framing, then proceeds to require engineered drawings and calculations. The cold formed framing on this project is non-load bearing. Is engineering required for the non-load bearing cold formed framing on this project?

Government Response: Engineering and calculations are not required for non-load bearing cold form steel.

RFI #117 - Please provide the procedures for the leakage testing required under Spec Section 07 41 63 and Section 07 42 63.

Government Response: Follow ASTM E283 as indicated.

RFI #118 - Specifications include Section 08 91 00 Metal Wall Louvers. Drawings do not appear to indicate any required wall louvers. Is this section applicable?

Government Response: There are no longer any metal wall louvers required in the design.

RFI #119 - Specification Section 09 97 13.27 indicates that SSPC QP 1 and SSPC QP2 are required for contractors performing surface preparation or coating applications. This certification restricts competition in the coatings field. The requirement of manufacturer involvement provides the quality control required. Past projects have waived this requirement to open competition for the work. Can this be waived on this project?

Government Response: Bid per specification requirements.

RFI #120 - Specifications include Section 10 14 00.20 Interior Signage, however, the drawings do not depict any interior signage. Please confirm.

Government Response: This is for the exit signage and any other existing signage damaged during construction.

RFI #121 - Specification Section 10 26 00 Door Protection refers to installing stainless steel door protection plates. The door and hardware schedule on Drawing A601 indicates the installation of kickplates. Are these the same product?

Government Response: Yes.

RFI #122 - Please confirm if taxes should be carried in proposals?

Government Response: See RFI #12 Response

RFI #123 - Please confirm if any state, local, and/or Federal permits will be required on this project?

Government Response: All necessary state, local, and/or Federal permits are required.

RFI #124 - Please confirm if there are any known hazardous materials?

Government Response: Hazardous materials report is included in the specs as an Appendix after Spec 02 83 00.

RFI #125 - Please confirm if the Government is wanting contractors to carry winter conditions?

Government Response: All work must be planned to allow the USCG to use the facility during winter season.

RFI #126 - Drawing A501 Detail A8 states concrete restoration & coating. There is no detail showing the type of restoration required. For fair estimating between contractors please provide a detail showing the type of restoration required as well as the quantity of the restoration required?

Government Response: Typical existing conditions of concrete curb to be repaired are depicted on page A-901 of project plans. Approximately 100 cf of concrete curbing lines perimeter of BMF, delaminated and spalled areas to be recoated per specification section 03 01 00.

RFI #127 - Drawing A-102 General plan notes #6 provide blocking for millwork, mechanical, plumbing and other items identified on the drawings. Please confirm if there is any millwork being required?

Government Response: There is no millwork. This is a standard note.

RFI #128 - Please confirm if the Government will be removing, storing and reinstalling all of the buildings contents prior to the awarded contractor mobilizing to site?

Government Response: Coast Guard personnel will relocate tools, work benches, unit gear, etc. Contractor is responsible for removal of furniture, fixtures, and equipment within the scope of the project.

RFI #129 - Spec section 05 05 23.13 10 / Ultrasonic Inspection of weldments state a third party inspector is to inspect the existing steel framing welds. Is it the Government intent to sandblast the entire structural steel frame prior to this inspection as they cannot inspect through existing paint?

Government Response: Yes

RFI #130 - There is concrete slab that goes up to the building both on the interior and exterior and all the way around.

Please confirm if its the Governments intent to remove any of the concrete slab work in order to perform the restoration work on the foundation? If so please confirm how far down from the top of the sill are contractors to go with the foundation repairs?

Government Response: Surface repairs for the concrete, there will be no foundation repairs below grade.

RFI #131 - Please confirm if there will be any commissioning required? If so, what commissioning will be required?

Government Response: Commissioning of Mechanical system components required.

RFI #132 - Drawing EP101 Key Note 5 indicates to reinstall fire alarm devices. Can the government provided the existing fire alarm system vendor information?

Government Response: The existing fire alarm system is Honeywell Notifier

RFI #133 - Drawing EP101 Key Note 7 indicates to provide a 60A receptacle. Can the government provide a make and model number for an acceptable unit?

Government Response: Existing power connection box is a Russelstoll Max-Gard 240V/60A single phase unit, provide a similar unit and match existing connection pin configuration.

RFI #134 - Drawing EL101 Key Note 2 indicates to provide new exterior lighting to match existing. Can the government provide the make and model number of the existing exterior lights?

Government Response: Provide cobra head style lights per specifications, with similar performance as the existing fixture.

RFI #135 - Drawing EL101 Key Note 3 indicates to provide new strip lighting. Can the government provided a make and model number for an acceptable fixture?

Government Response: Provide 4' strip lights that meet the specification requirements.

RFI #136 - Does all chromium, cadmium and lead need to be removed from the building as part of this project?

Government Response: All hazardous materials were found to be on building shell and interior structure paint as indicated in project documents, the intent is to remove all affected paints and coatings during demolition.

RFI #137 - Will the contractor be required to hire an industrial hygienist for the project?

Government Response: There is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) as part of the design team to determine affected areas, the USCG requires this person to be part of the design team through construction and will be providing the USCG with periodic testing and reports. An independent CIH is required per specifications to be the Competent Person (CP) for the remediation work and will coordinate with the design team CIH.

RFI #138 - The roof and wall panel manufacturers won't issue a warranty for steel panels that close to the ocean. Would an aluminum panel be an acceptable alternative as they will warrant that?

Government Response: Bid per project specifications and drawings.

RFI #139 - Is the intent to apply 3 layers of GWB to both the North and South walls or just the North wall? Also will the glass need to be 1 hr rated?

Government Response: The north wall along the exterior egress stair is required to be rated. There are no windows located in this wall.

RFI #140 - Is there a bid form (schedule of values, besides the sample) that is expected to be part of the deliverable?

Government Response: Refer to Invitation for Bid Cover Page/Notice to Bidder (Page 1). Item #1 states, sign and return ONE original of the entire solicitation form (see SF 1442, Section B, Section I and Section K for applicable fill-in information).

Please note, a bid guarantee, in the amount of 20% of the bid price, is also required in accordance with FAR 52.228-1.

RFI #141 - Is the intent to paint just the overhead door frame or both door and frame?

Government Response: Painting of the frame is part of the contract, the OH door is not part of the design.

RFI #142 - Is the intent to match P5 (being applied in the field) to standard available pre-finished colors for the eves, gutters, corners?

Government Response: The color P5 is indicated as "To Be Determined". It is intended to be a custom color to match trim and eaves. USCG to approve final color.

RFI #143 - Is it the intent to have the aluminum windows be factory prefinished, not field applied paint finish?

Government Response: Factory Finished, See specification section 08 51 13.

RFI #144 - Please provide a value or quantity for existing concrete curb / foundation repair scope.

Government Response: Typical existing conditions of concrete curb to be repaired are depicted on page A-901 of project plans. Approximately 100 cf of concrete curbing lines perimeter of BMF, delaminated and spalled areas to be recoated per specification section 03 01 00.

RFI #145 - There is a Signage Division, 10 14 00.20, please provide a schedule or should we assume (2) interior signs at the exit doors?

Government Response: This is for the exit signage and any other existing signage damaged during construction.

RFI #146 - What is the extent of the door protection? What size stainless steel panel? Location on door panel? Interior or exterior application?

Government Response: See specification section 08 71 00.

RFI #147 - Please provide model number for interior strip lights and exterior lights.

Government Response: Provide cobra head style lights per specifications, with similar performance as the existing fixture.

Provide 4' strip lights that meet the specification requirements.

RFI #148 - Plans conflict on number of exhaust systems to remove/reinstall. Confirm total units and which remain. MEP sheets say to "evaluate" and "reinstall one" exhaust system, but Electrical Demo notes show removing/retaining three systems.