B05 Amdnment A0002-75H70126R00009.pdf

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A0002

Andrew Hart, Contracting Officer

A. The purpose of this amendment is to provide 1) an updated Q&A sheet as of January 27, 2026, and 2) Site Visit Attendee List.

B. The Government is still working on the pending responses and will not accept any further questions or inquiries concerning this RFP.

C. The RFP response date and time was changed from Feb 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM PT to Feb 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM PT.

D. All other terms and conditions of this Solicitation remain unchanged.

Indian Health Service - DES Seattle 701 5th Avenue, Suite 1600 Seattle, WA 98104

75H70126R00009

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01/27/2026

01/05/2026

Amend No.

Item

Date Submitted

Question Type

(Technical or Admin)

Question Response Date Response Responded By

EXAMPLE 0 11/23/2020 Technical Please provide drawings or plans for ??? 11/23/2020 IHS Response IHS POC

A0001 1 1/12/2026 Admin

Please confirm that the RFP reference on page 32 of 54, Section H, H.48, (c), is correct and not a misprint. We are assuming the Northern Cheyenne Tribe that is referenced is in Montana. 01/14/2026

It was changed from Northern Cheyenne Tribe to Oglala Sioux Tribe.

IHS CS

A0001 2 1/12/2026 Technical

The project documents state a Geotech Report would be attached but we cannot locate it. Would you please release this document?

01/14/2026

The Geotech Report is being provided by Amendment A0001

IHS COR

3 1/15/2026 Technical Can pex A pipe and fittings be used?

A/E

4 1/15/2026 Technical Can manifolds for DW be used?

A/E

5 1/15/2026 Technical

Can we get a specific countertop manufacturer and color selection specification? The spec section identifies three solid surface manufacturers with a note to cover the full line, which has a very wide cost range. Also, note that due to the size of the islands there will be a seam and the waste will be significant. We would like to propose using an import or domestic quartz or granite material instead of the solid surface material.

Is that acceptable?

A/E

6 1/16/2026 Technical

Can we use Viega ProPress copper fittings?

A/E

7 1/19/2026 Technical

Please reference drawing sheet S101 and S501.

Foundation plan indicates interior walls that show full height interior walls and footings. Can these be changed to thickened slab interior walls poured integrated with the SOG?

A/E

8 1/20/2026 Technical

Reference drawing sheet A201.

Please confirm masonry veneer height is 4'-0" and not 2'-4" as indicated.

the 2'-4" dimensions does not make sense nor does it scale correctly with the drawings.

A/E

A0002 9 1/20/2026 Technical

Will IHS accept the use of Procore Project Management software as the primary submittal and Project management platform?

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

A0002 10 1/20/2026 Technical

Can you provide the location of parking and staging area assigned to this project?

01/23/2026

Near the site.

IHS COR

A0002 11 1/20/2026 Technical

Can the prebid site visit attendees sign in sheet be provided?

01/23/2026

Yes, it is being provided by Amendment A0002.

IHS CS

12 1/20/2026 Technical

Is their any seismic design requirements required for this project?

A/E

A0002 13 1/20/2026 Technical

013100 – 1.7 RFI’s can you provide the review period for RFI’s including VA, A/E and any consultants review in days?

01/23/2026

Not sure what this RFI is asking.

IHS COR

A0002 14 1/20/2026 Technical

013233 Photographic Documentation 1.4 A Photographer: Engage a qualified photographer to take construction photographs. Can the photos be taken by our project Superintendent? 01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

A0002 15 1/20/2026 Technical

013300 Submittal Procedures 1.4C states that the submittal review time is 14 calendar days, does this duration include the VA, A/E and any consultants? 01/23/2026

Who is the VA? Review team will be IHS COR/PM and A/E if needed.

IHS COR

16 1/20/2026 Technical

013300 1.7 Delegated Design can you provide any required delegated design systems required by contractor?

A/E

A0002 17 1/20/2026 Technical

014000 1.6 B Contractors Quality Control Staff - Can the Quality Control Supervisor also serve as the superintendent?

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

18 1/20/2026 Technical

014000 1.7 B Tests and Inspections can you provide the government test / inspections that will be performed by HIS.

A/E

19 1/20/2026 Technical

014000 1.8 Special Tests can you provide the required special tests the contractor is required to perform?

A/E

20 1/20/2026 Technical

019113 – 1.4 B can you confirm the Government will engage or hire the CxA under a separate contract?

A0002 21 1/20/2026 Technical

024119 – 3.3 can you clarify if there are any items that will be salvaged and turned over to IHS?

01/23/2026

New construction. Extra building material can be left with IHS.

IHS COR

22 1/20/2026 Technical

030130 – Maintenance of cast-in-place concrete specification can you provide the location of the deteriorated concrete required to be removed?

As it is not indicated in the plans A/E

23 1/20/2026 Technical

Can you provide the specification requirements for the Precast concrete caps and sills indicated on top of the masonry walls?

A/E

24 1/20/2026 Technical

061613 – 2.2 can you confirm the use of R-6 ZIP system sheathing panels for the exterior wall sheathing?

A/E

25 1/20/2026 Technical

061600 – 2.2 can you provide the specification requirements for the roof sheathing materials

A/E

26 1/20/2026 Technical

061000 Rough Carpentry 2.3 Fire-Retardant Treated Materials E – Can you define the locations of treated materials for clarity i.e. sill plate, Interior Wood Blocking, Clarify the roof structure treated components required, etc. are their other locations required?

A/E

27 1/20/2026 Technical

061600 Sheathing 2.2 Wall Sheathing A identifies Glass-Mat Gypsum Sheathing the plans indicate R6- Zip Sheathing in the wall section on detail 3 on sheet A311 can you please clarify which product is required for the exterior wall sheathing and provide appropriate specifications? A/E

28 1/20/2026 Technical

072100 -3.2 can you clarify the foundation insulation is required to extend 24” wide horizontally as the wall section details do not indicate the horizontal area is required? A/E

A0002 29 1/20/2026 Technical

085313 -2.2 Vinyl Windows can Pella be an approved manufacture

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

30 1/20/2026 Technical

Section 096519 2.2 products identified in specifications include Armstrong Theorem, Shaw Floorte and Mohawk Solidtech, Theorem is a glue down, Floorte & Solidtech are floating floors. The flooring installer recommends to use a glue down product. Can you review the products and clarify the type of floor to use?

A/E

A0002 31 1/20/2026 Technical

099113 – 3.5 Exterior Painting Is the LP siding to receive field painting or is the LP siding a Factory Finish can you clarify?

01/23/2026

Factory finished. Color selected during the submittal phase.

IHS COR

32 1/20/2026 Technical

101423.16 2.2 Can you provide a sign schedule and the graphics for the exterior aluminum panel sign?

A/E

33 1/20/2026 Technical

104416 – 2.2 Can you provide locations of Fire Extinguishers on the plans?

A/E

A0002 34 1/20/2026 Technical

113013 – 2.1 Residential Appliances can you clarify if we a required to supply the Fridge, Washers, Dryers if so can you provide the specifications for these items? 01/23/2026

This project does not include the procurement of residential appliances. Any government purchase of such appliances would be handled under a separate project. IHS CS

A0002 35 1/20/2026 Technical

113013 -2.1 Are we required to unload, assembly, and install owner supplied appliances?

01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

A0002 36 1/20/2026 Technical

Sheet A3.1 Can you clarify the window sills are a sheetrock return?

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

37 1/20/2026 Technical

Can you provide support backing details and material requirements for wall mounted accessories including the grab bars and shower seats to support 250 lb. as indicated in section 102800 Toilet and Bath Accessories.

A/E

38 1/20/2026 Technical

061600 Sheathing Subfloor Sheathing can you define the appropriate materials for the Subfloor sheathing and update the specifications for section 2.2 A/E

39 1/20/2026 Technical

The Room Finish Schedule noted the floor base to be wood - Specification section 096513 Resilient Bas & Accessories indicates Rubber Base. Can you clarify if wood base is required and remove section 096513 from this scope.

A/E

A0002 40 1/20/2026 Technical

Section 122413 Roller Window Shades 1.2 B 1 Submittals indicate motor-operated shades can you clarify if motor shades are required?

01/23/2026

No. Manual shades.

IHS COR

41 1/20/2026 Technical

Sheet C200 indicates a retaining wall can you provide the specifications for retaining wall?

A/E

42 1/20/2026 Technical

The interior wall types B1,B2 and C indicate metal stud walls, can you provide a comparable wood stud wall design as an option in lieu of wood?

A/E

43 1/20/2026 Technical

The plans indicate a mop sink shelf can you provide specifications for this product

A/E

44 1/20/2026 Technical

The plans indicate FRP panels can you provide specifications for this product

A/E

45 1/20/2026 Technical

The plans indicate steel pipe bollards can you provide specifications for this product

A/E

46 1/20/2026 Technical

The plans indicated aluminum gates can you provide specifications for this product

A/E

A0002 47 1/21/2026 Admin

Will the government please extend the bid deadline by a minimum 21 calendar days from when all RFI responses are received so that KTR can incorporate government responses into the proposal and price accordingly?

01/27/2026

The Government acknowledges the request to extend the proposal submission deadline by a minimum of 21 calendar days following the release of all RFI responses. The Contracting Officer will determine whether an extension is necessary based on the nature of the RFI responses and overall acquisition needs. If an extension is deemed necessary, the Government will issue an official amendment to the solicitation to revise the proposal due date.

Offerors should continue to prepare and submit proposals in accordance with the solicitation as currently written unless notified otherwise through an amendment.

IHS CS

A0002 48 1/21/2026 Technical

The Period of Performance is not long enough for review and approval of government required submittals, procurement of long lead materials and equipment and or onsite construction. Can the Period of Performance be extended?

01/23/2026

730 POP days.

IHS COR

A0002 49 1/21/2026 Technical

Can the Superintendent perform a dual role? For example, can the Superintendent also be the SSHO?

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

A0002 50 1/21/2026 Technical

Can the QC Manager perform a dual role? E.g. QC/Superintendent or

QC/SSHO.

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

A0002 51 1/21/2026 Technical

Will the government require the contractor provide an onsite office trailer?

Or is it at the contractor’s discretion?

01/23/2026

At the discretion of the contractor.

IHS COR

A0002 52 1/21/2026 Technical

Please indicate acceptable laydown/staging areas?

01/23/2026

Near the site.

IHS COR

A0002 53 1/21/2026 Technical

Please indicate acceptable haul routes.

01/23/2026

Pejuta Rd.

IHS COR

A0002 54 1/21/2026 Technical

Will onsite stockpiling be allowed?

01/23/2026

Near the site. Security and storage are the contractor's responsibility.

IHS COR

A0002 55 1/21/2026 Technical

Please provide any available soils reports.

01/23/2026

See item #2.

IHS COR

A0002 56 1/21/2026 Technical

Please provide any available boring logs or Geotech reports for the project.

01/23/2026

See item #2.

IHS COR

A0002 57 1/21/2026 Technical

Please advise if there are any environmental or HAZMAT concerns in any of the areas where work will take place.

01/23/2026

None.

IHS COR

A0002 58 1/21/2026 Technical

Will the reuse of contaminated soils be allowed if encountered? (including within utility trenches)

01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

A0002 59 1/21/2026 Technical

It is not clear in the RFP whether CERCLA requirements will be applicable to this project. Please advise.

01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

A0002 60 1/21/2026 Technical

Will KTR be required to do confirmation sampling for areas included in the RFP Provided Hazmat report?

01/23/2026

No. Which HazMat report?

IHS COR

A0002 61 1/21/2026 Technical

Will an NPDES permit be required?

01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

62 1/21/2026 Technical

Please advise whether a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan will be required for this project.

A/E

A0002 63 1/21/2026 Technical

Will any of the work areas on this project require escorts for access?

01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

A0002 64 1/21/2026 Technical

Will the government provide escorts for any restricted areas?

01/23/2026

No. Outside work.

IHS COR

A0002 65 1/21/2026 Technical

Please advise if there are any costs for government provided escorts.

01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

A0002 66 1/21/2026 Technical

Please provide a full set of as-builts for the project.

01/23/2026

Provided.

IHS COR

A0002 67 1/21/2026 Technical

Will the KTR be responsible for all utility costs if temporary utilities are required?

01/23/2026

Yes.

IHS COR

A0002 68 1/21/2026 Technical

Please provide the going rates for temporary utilities.

01/23/2026

Unknown. Contractor to contact the utility companies. Nebraska Public Power. OST Water and Sewer.

IHS COR

A0002 69 1/21/2026 Technical

Will KTR be responsible for any costs associated with base facilities support where and when required for the project?

01/23/2026

Unsure of what this question is asking.

IHS COR

A0002 70 1/21/2026 Technical

Please provide rates for government utility support workers and crew makeup for shutoffs, outages etc.

01/23/2026

Unknown.

IHS COR

A0002 71 1/21/2026 Admin

Please confirm this project does not require compliance with the Buy America Act and that compliance with the Buy American Act is acceptable.

NAICS Clarification: SF1442 states 236116 / $45M size standard; Section L.12 references 238290 / $22M. Please confirm which applies to this procurement.

01/27/2026

Buy American Act (BAA) compliance is required. The NAICS Code and Size Standard in Section L.12 are typo. It should be NAICS Code 236116, size standard $45 million.

IHS CS

72 1/21/2026 Technical

Utility Tie-Ins: Please confirm all existing tie-in points, capacities, and whether utility outages are permitted (including required notice durations). A/E

A0002 73 1/21/2026 Technical

Owner-Furnished Items: Are there any OFCI/OFOI items (appliances, meters, specialty devices)? If so, what are the GC's responsibilities for receipt, storage, and installation?

01/23/2026

No, new construction.

IHS COR

A0002 74 1/21/2026 Technical

Site Access & Logistics: Please confirm site access constraints, laydown areas, contractor parking, and any security screening or badging requirements. 01/23/2026

See item 52, 53, 54.

IHS COR

A0002 75 1/21/2026 Technical

Inspection & Testing: Are there any special inspection, third-party testing, or commissioning requirements beyond typical? 01/23/2026

No.

IHS COR

A0002 76 1/21/2026 Admin

Bonding: Are there any agency-specific bond form or surety requirements beyond FAR? Please reconfirm the 10-day post-award bonding deadline shown on SF1442.

01/27/2026

There are no agency-specific bond forms or surety requirements beyond those required by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the solicitation.

The Government further reconfirms that the successful Offeror shall submit the required performance and payment bonds within 10 calendar days after award, as indicated on SF 1442.

IHS CS

A0002 77 1/21/2026 Admin

Site Visit: Please confirm the January 16 at 10:00 AM MT meeting location (Pejuta Rd/Cougar St) is still accurate following Amendment A0001.

01/27/2026

Yes. The site visit was already held on Jan 16, 2026.

IHS CS

A0002 78 1/21/2026 Admin

Submission Format: Please confirm any required file naming conventions and file size limitations for email submissions.

01/27/2026

See Section L.10.

IHS CS

A0002 79 1/21/2026 Technical

Winter Conditions: Are winter conditions and seasonal limitations anticipated, and does the Government have any required schedule milestones beyond the 730-day period of performance? 01/23/2026

The POP is 730 days. All outdoor work should be scheduled for completion during the warm season, while indoor work should be completed during the cold season. IHS COR

80 1/21/2026 Technical

The roof slope is listed as 4:12 on the architectural drawings, but as 5:12 on the structural drawings. Please confirm which roof slope to bid.

A/E

A0002 81 1/22/2026 Technical

Section 013100: 1.10; A speaks to Contractors Permits and Responsibilities.

Has the Fire Marshall permit been procured by Indian Health Service ? 01/23/2026

Fire marshall not permitted. Local AHJ and A/E will inspect.

IHS COR

82 1/22/2026 Technical

Section 030130: 1.1;A & 2.2 speaks to Maintenance of Cast in Place Concrete.

Is the section referencing the Contractors new work(s) ?

The drawings do not demonstrate existing areas which require the Contractors efforts ?

A/E

83 1/22/2026 Technical

Section 042613: 2.6; C- 2 speaks to the rainscreen drainage mat being Zip System Rainscreen.

Is a system ‘as equal or better’ acceptable ? A/E

84 1/22/2026 Technical

Section 077253:2.1; A speaks to a ‘delegated design’ engaging a qualified professional engineer to design the rail type Snow Guards.

Will the manufacturers submittal containing the design criteria required meet the performance requirements ?

A/E

85 1/22/2026 Technical

Section 085313: 3.3; A & B speaks to Field Quality Control Testing performance and testing.

Will the Aluminum Framed Storefront installer be acceptable to perform testing and report appropriately ?

A/E

86 1/22/2026 Technical

Section 089119: 2.2; A speaks to the fixed extruded aluminum louvers, naming Aire Technologies Inc.

Is a manufacturer providing ‘as equal or better’ acceptable ? A/E

87 1/22/2026 Technical

Hardware Groups are listed on Plan Sheet A601. Is there a specification section (087100) forthcoming?

All Hardware to be provided by section 087100 with installation by 084313. A/E

88 1/22/2026 Technical

Reference Section 084313 (Aluminum Framed Entrances) 1.3.D & 2.2.A refer to Delegated Design Submittal requirement for this project. This design data is expensive for a project that incorporates a small handful of door/frame openings.

Please verify if manufacturers standard test reports are sufficient in lieu of the design analysis.

A/E

89 1/22/2026 Technical

Reference Section 084313 (Aluminum Framed Entrances) 1.7.A refers to a 10 Year Material and Workmanship Warranty requirement. A standard workmanship warranty of One (1) is can be provided with additional costs for a Two (2) year warranty. The 10 Year warranty cannot be provided.

Please confirm a One (1) year warranty is acceptable as detailed in Section C (Statement of Work), Item 2.B. Warranty.

90 1/22/2026 Technical

Reference Section 084313 (Aluminum Framed Entrances)

3.3 refers to Field Quality Control incorporating various tests; Water-spray and Air. This project consists of only Aluminum Doors/Frames; no storefront or curtain wall windows/framing.

Typically, the Owner is responsible for the initial testing, per 014000, with sub-contractor incurring costs for failures. Being these are door systems;

we do not see the need for this Field Quality Control in our proposal.

A/E

91 1/22/2026 Technical

Reference Section 084313 (Aluminum Framed Entrances) This section does not include a basis of design for either the storefront systems or doors (2.3).

Please confirm the basis of design for the Storefront and the Doors, i.e.., 451T Storefront and 500 Series Wide Stile Door systems , based upon Kawneer systems. If the basis of design is other than these, please confirm systems

A/E

92 1/22/2026 Technical

Please reference sheet A111, specifically wall details. They indicate wood studs being built on top of metal studs. Please note stud dimensions from metal to wood will be different.

We are assuming this is incorrectly labeled and all framing shall be completely with 3 1/2" or 5 1/2" wood stud lumber. See attached for the drawing sheet detail and reference.

A/E

93 1/22/2026 Technical

Please note sheet A112, roof plan. There is a note indicating a draftstop required between rooms. Can you please provide a detail or cut section on what this will look like? Material to be used? Sheathing, gypboard, etc? A/E

94 1/22/2026 Technical

Spec indicates waterproofing on the foundation walls, but with this project not having a basement it doesn't make sense.

Also there is a detail indicating drainage tile at the footing. If this project had a basement area that tile would make sense, but it is a shallow foundation detail.

Can you please clarify. See attached for specification reference and drawing detail sheet.

A/E

95 1/23/2026 Technical

It appears there is a tile section in the spec’s, not sure where the tile goes.

The Finish Plan only shows LVP.

96 1/23/2026 Technical

On Plan A411 what looks like there might be tile for the Surrounds, not sure since it does not list any tile on the elevations for the surrounds.

97 1/23/2026 Technical

In the Specs, there are 3 products called out for LVP, which one do you want to use?

98 1/23/2026 Technical

The units, what floor threshold are they using at the Doorways into the units.

99 1/23/2026 Technical As for the signs is there a list of rooms? Is there any exterior signage?

100 1/23/2026 Technical

Please clarify how the specified snap-on panel is intended to comply with the 20-year weathertight warranty requirements. If the specified panel cannot meet this requirement, please advise whether a mechanically seamed panel (UC-3) is to be provided.

101 1/23/2026 Technical

On Drawing Sheet C200 Overall Site Plan there is a reference to "Proposed Duplex Sites" adjacent to the project location of the new multiplex. Please advise if this is for future planning purposes only and that area could potentially be used as laydown/storage?

102 1/23/2026 Technical

Drawing Sheet A112 Reflected Ceiling and Roof Plan - Detail 2 has a Note: 5/8" Gypsum Board Ceilings Throughout Building. As well as another note to Provide two (2) layers of 5/8" GYP. BD. At Electrical Room Ceiling.

The Specification Section 092900 Part 2.3.B only references Gypsum Ceiling Boards to be 1/2 inch. There are wall details within the drawing set but there are not details that show the connection or type of material used at the ceiling besides the notes on sheet A112. Please advise if 5/8" GYP.

BD. should be used throughout, with two layers at location noted, or if it should be 1/2" GYP. BD.?

103 1/23/2026 Technical

Solicitation Section H.6.(b) references Project Manager, Superintendent, and Safety Office as required Key Personnel. Further, in section H.8.

Superintendent On Site is the only personnel referenced to be required on site. The Specification Section 01.40.00 Part 1.6.B.1 advised that the Quality Control Supervisor may also perform other duties. Is the Superintendent and Safet Officer the only personnel Required onsite during construction with one of those individuals being able to provide QC Supervisor activities onsite during construction?

104 1/23/2026 Technical

Drawing Sheet A411 Enlarged Plans and Interior Elevations contains Keynote legend items 11.02, 11.03, 11.04, 11.05, 11.06, 11.07, 11.08, and

11.09 all reference appropriate residential Oven/Ranges, Refrigerators, Microwave/Hood, Dishwasher, or Accessible items that are similar.

However Specification Section 113013 Residential Appliances only references generic LG manufacturer for Part 2.2 Ranges, 2.3 Microwave Ovens, and 2.4 Dishwashers. There is not a reference to a refirgerator within the specifications. Using item 11.02 from the drawings and Part 2.2 from the specifications, there are several LG products that could be selected ranging from $700.00 to $3,000.00. Please advise if there is a model or additional descriptions for each item or approved equal:

Range/Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, and Refrigerator?

105 1/23/2026 Technical

Specifications Section 019113 Part 1.4.B.1 CxA: The designated person, company, or entity that plans, schedules, and coordinates the commissioning team to implement the commissioning process. The Government will engage the CxA under a separate control. Please confirm that the contractor is only to provide commissioning support throughout the project?

106 1/23/2026 Technical

The Division of Safety and Risk Management (DSRM) reviews was not identified or referenced within solicitation, will DSRM perform any reviews of delegated design or onsite inspections ?

107 1/26/2026 Technical

The geotechnical report does not clearly indicate the required depth of engineered fill. For bidding purposes please clarify depth of engineered fill required under footings and slab?

108 1/26/2026 Technical

The architectural plans call out some steel studs in the apartment units.

Please clarify all wood stud framing will be acceptable?

109 1/26/2026 Technical

Survey & Control Responsibility The civil sheets reference NAD83(2011) State Plane South and RTK control points CPT 100–103.

Please confirm whether the Contractor is required to establish new primary control points or may rely solely on the CPT points shown. Additionally, clarify whether an independent as-built survey is required at project closeout.

110 1/26/2026 Technical

Permitting Authority Please confirm which agency holds authority for:

Also confirm whether IHS will obtain these permits or if the Contractor is responsible.

111 1/26/2026 Technical

Underground Utility Verification Multiple existing sanitary manholes, storm structures, and water lines are shown on Sheets C001, C300.

Will IHS provide a subsurface utility engineering (SUE) report, or is the Contractor responsible for potholing and verification prior to excavation?

112 1/26/2026 Technical

Retaining Wall Design Criteria Sheet C404 shows multiple retaining walls with bottom wall elevations and swales.

Please confirm if the retaining wall design is performance-based or prescriptive. Are stamped structural calculations required from the Contractor?

113 1/26/2026 Technical

Drywell Performance Requirements Sheet C505 details drywell construction.

Please confirm the required infiltration rate and whether field percolation testing is required prior to installation

114 1/26/2026 Technical

Maintenance Responsibility Please clarify whether long-term inspection and maintenance of drywells and Nyoplast inlets will be the responsibility of IHS or the Contractor during warranty period.

115 1/26/2026 Technical

Fire Flow Requirements Please provide minimum required fire flow and residual pressure requirements for the site to validate the sizing of the 6" DIP fire/domestic water line.

116 1/26/2026 Technical

Sanitary Sewer Capacity Please confirm that the existing sanitary system has sufficient capacity for the new multiplex loading and provide available flow data if applicable

117 1/26/2026 Technical

Light Pole Foundations Please confirm whether light pole base design is prescriptive or if the Contractor must submit engineered foundation designs for approval.

118 1/26/2026 Technical

Transformer Installation A proposed transformer is shown on Sheet C200.

Please confirm whether the utility provider or Contractor is responsible for transformer procurement, pad construction, and final electrical connections.

119 1/26/2026 Technical

Traffic Control Plan Please confirm whether a site-specific traffic control plan is required for work along Antelope Dr. and Cougar St., and if so, whether IHS will provide a standard or Contractor must submit engineered plans.

120 1/26/2026 Technical

As-Built Deliverables Please confirm format requirements for record drawings (PDF, CAD, GIS-compatible) and whether utility locations must be GPS-verified.

121 1/26/2026 Technical

Key Personnel Commitment Section H.6 identifies Project Manager, Superintendent, and Safety Officer as Key Personnel.

Are these personnel required to be dedicated full-time to this project?

Can one person fulfill multiple positions if qualified?

122 1/26/2026 Technical

Delegated Design Scope Sections 013300 and 014000 require sealed design for Contractor-designed systems.

Please identify all systems requiring delegated design (e.g., trusses, retaining walls, light pole foundations, fire sprinkler design, HVAC supports, site shoring).

123 1/26/2026 Technical

Environmental Manager Authority Section 013100 requires a Contractor Environmental Manager.

Please confirm whether this role must be full-time on-site and whether environmental training certifications must be submitted for approval.RFI- 013 — Permitting Jurisdiction

124 1/26/2026 Technical

Permitting Jurisdiction Section 013100 states Contractor is responsible for all permits.

Please identify all expected permitting authorities (Tribal, Federal, State, Local) and clarify whether any permits will be Government-furnished.

125 1/26/2026 Technical

Systems Requiring Sealed Engineering Multiple sections (e.g., 211313 Wet-Pipe Sprinklers, 230800 HVAC Commissioning, 260010 Electrical Supplemental) reference delegated design and engineered submittals.

Please provide a definitive list of all systems that require Contractor-provided, PE-sealed design (sprinkler hydraulics, HVAC controls, electrical distribution, site utilities, structural supports, shoring, equipment pads, etc.).

126 1/26/2026 Technical

AHJ Approval Authority Please identify the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for sprinkler system approval (IHS Fire Protection Engineer, Tribal Fire Marshal, State Fire Marshal, or Local Fire Department).

127 1/26/2026 Technical

The project documents state a Geotech Report would be attached but we cannot locate it. Would you please release this document?

128 1/26/2026 Technical

Who will be the AHJ? Does the IHS have authority over local and/or state inspectors?

129 1/26/2026 Technical

Will the contractor need to pull any permits, such as a building permit or utility tap permits?

130 1/26/2026 Technical

Can a qualified superintendent also act as the site safety officer, or is this expected to be 2 separate on-site individuals?

A0002 131 1/26/2026 Admin

Can the site visit attendance list be provided?

01/27/2026

It is being provided by Amendment A0002.

IHS CS

132 1/26/2026 Technical

Section H.42 of the Solicitation requires a physical barrier between the construction zone and hospital/clinic operations. As this site is a block from the hospital, what shall the contractor anticipate for an approved barrier? Is a temporary chain link fence acceptable?

133 1/26/2026 Technical

Are there any owner furnished items, appliances, equipment?

134 1/26/2026 Technical

Can the definition of "relevant" for past projects in Factor 1 Specialized Experience be expanded to new construction or major remodels that contain multiple scopes and similar in complexity?

135 1/26/2026 Technical

In Factor 2: Example Construction Schedule and Narrative it requests a clear understanding of the numerous requirements of a healthcare construction project. Given that this is more of a residential project rather than a healthcare facility, can our example schedule be from a project of a similar complexity and not restricted to a healthcare project?

136 1/26/2026 Technical

Wall type C detail on A111 has wood studs w/ sound batt noted at the top, and metal studs with no sound batt indicated towards the bottom. The drawing resembles the same wall from floor to ceiling. Please explain.

137 1/26/2026 Technical

Can wood studs be substituted for any area shown to receive metal studs?

138 1/26/2026 Technical

Is the entire attic to receive closed cell spray foam insulation R-60? If not, can you provide clarity on the extent? Also, there doesn’t appear to be a specification provided for this product.

139 1/26/2026 Technical

Typical foundation details on sheet S501 show top of footing at 3' below grade, and roughly 2'6" below grade at brick ledges. It is typical for footings to me minimum 4' below grade in other parts of South Dakota.

Does the current foundation design meet code for frost protection in this geographical region?

140 1/26/2026 Technical

Spec 092900 Gypsum Board Finish Levels says Level 3 where indicated on drawings. Are some areas acceptable at a Level 3? If so, please indicate where.

141 1/26/2026 Technical Is the drywall finish to be smooth, or is texture acceptable?

142 1/27/2026 Technical

We have been working with NPPD and sent them all the information on the project. They will not guarantee that they will have their cost or what their plan is to get power to the site till after the bid date. In the past we have done an allowance to include or let IHS pay this direct. Please advise

143 1/27/2026 Technical

We do not see that there is any communication service to the building for internet/ phone or TV. Please clarify if this is required.

144 1/27/2026 Technical

There are no fire alarm devices shown in the building other than power to the annunciator. Please clarify what is required.

145 1/27/2026 Technical

Is the contractor responsible for surveying and staking of the building and utilities?

146 1/27/2026 Technical

Is the contractor responsible for testing? Density testing, concrete testing and other?

The Government is still working on the pending responses and will not accept any further questions or inquiries concerning this RFP.