Potosi Q A.doc

Potosi Questions & Answers

AG-4419-S-10-0479

1. Is there a price range for this project? Between $100,000 and $150,000.

2. Is the proposal going to be Design/Build? No.

3. Are we to supply an Architect? This is a request for proposal, contractor supplies proposal, Forest Service evaluates proposal based on contract evaluation criteria. Forest Service will not supply an Architect.

4. It is only a 60 day job? Yes, period of performance is expected to be 60 days.

5. Does this project have an overhead fire protection system or is it just fire alarms? Fire protection system is not included in this contract.

6. Is there a physical address for the building to be renovated? 10019 State Highway 8, Potosi, MO 63664.

7. Is the pre-bid site visit scheduled for March 23 mandatory to bid on the project?

No, the site visit is not mandatory, but it is the contractor’s responsibility to verify site conditions prior to submitting a proposal; A contractors’ failure to visit the site prior to preparing a proposal does not constitute a changed condition if conditions do not meet his/hers assumed condition.

8. Will any additional drawings be posted for this project? Original construction drawings are available; however they are not As-builts and may not accurately portray all systems, layouts, materials, etc.

9. Will you issue a SF-1442? An SF-1442 is attached.

10. Please send a copy of the site visit attendees. A list of attendees is attached.

11. Will there be any other drawings, prints and specs made available as the information regarding the reception area remodel is very vague. No, contractor will supply proposals based on Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements and applicable codes/standards.

12. What type of ceiling is to be installed (drywall or acoustical)? Based on CONTRACTOR’S proposal.

13. Is there a specific make and model of desk that is to be replaced? No, this will be based on codes/guidelines, amendments, RFP, and contractor’s submittal for proposal.

14. Does the General Contractor need to have a general contractor’s license for the State of Missouri or does that apply only to the trades (plumbers, electricians, etc.)? General Contractor shall be a licensed General Contractor. Plumbers, electricians, etc. shall also be licensed in their specialty.

15. Could you provide information on the permits that contractor would be required to provide? Not aware of any permits, but it is the contractor’s responsibility to contact the city, county, etc to determine if permits are required.

16. Will there be design drawings for the Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing? Drawings from original design will be provided as stated above in question 8. Contractor shall be responsible for designing work in accordance with RFP, amendment, codes/regulations.

Questions and Answers from Site Visit, 3/23/2010

Q1. What if the RFP seems to have missed items that contractor would recommend for project?

A. The contract consists of 5 items. All work necessary to complete items in accordance with stated regulations/codes/industry standards is incidental to cost of that item. Contractor may submit additional optional items provided that it is distinctly separate from base items and stated as an optional item. However, proposals will be evaluated based on base items.

Q2. Is the provided drawing/site plan the only available drawing of the building/site?

A. The FS will scan in available original construction drawings for the office and buildings. The original drawings are NOT as-built drawings and may not accurately depict building/site layout.

Q3. Is this a design-build contract?

A. No this is a request for proposal.

Q4. What are the requirements for the as-built drawings, can they use existing site plans?

A. Comply with RFP, yes the original site plans and drawings and can be used/modified to show new locations/configurations of building components, circuits, etc.

Q5. Is there a priority for items based on available funding?

A. The items are listed in priority order, 1 being the highest priority and 5 being the lowest priority.

Q6. What is the desired thickness for gravel parking?

A. Spread evenly using tonnage listed in RFP.

Q7. Do you have dimensions for the gravel parking?

A. Place gravel inside of/ on-top of existing gravel perimeter.

Q8. Does the existing drawing accurately depict locations of light bollards and gravel parking?

A. The drawing is general in nature for an answer on the gravel parking see the question above.

Q9. Is the 12’ height requirement for the ceiling?

A. No, it is the maximum height above the floor for the main office area interior lights.

Q10. Will data line installation (in new power poles in office) be the contractor’s responsibility?

A. No, data line installation (for phones and computers) will be performed by others.

Q11. Will a high/low water fountain be required?

A. The water fountain will be required to meet all ADA/ABA requirements for the intended use. It may need a different location it the current space requirements are not met.

Q12. How many new lights will be required in the office?

A. Minimum number required to meet lighting requirements per RFP and applicable codes based on building space use. Do not want excessive lighting beyond code requirements.

Q13. Can the contractor reuse the existing exterior bollard bases and will the bollards remain in the same location?

A. The contractor may reuse the existing concrete bases provided that items designated for reuse are stated as such in the proposal and that existing locations/elevations provide code compliant lighting and are similar to replacement bases/elevations. New bollard will be LED based on code and RFP requirements.

Q14. What are the work hours?

A. No restrictions, contractor may schedule outages during non-office hours.

Q15. Will contractor be required to remove demolition waste daily?

A. Contractor will be required to maintain a reasonably clean and safe site. A location for a roll-off dumpster will be available by the warehouse for the contractor’s use. Contractor will supply the dumpster.

Q16. What if number of parking stalls in the drawing (handicapped parking area) cannot be accommodated?

A. Minimum of 1 ADA/ABA compliant car stall and 1 ADA/ABA compliant van stall will be required. Additional space will be marked as parking based on remaining space either motorcycle, compact car, or regular vehicle parking.

Q17. Will a COR or inspector be available on-site every day?

A. No, however phone numbers and email addresses will be available to contractor.

Q18. How long will it take to get approvals?

A. Maximum submittal response time is written in the RFP. Actual response time will depend on scope and complexity of change/modification/clarification.

Q19. What is the FS looking for in the reception area?

A. Main concerns are ADA/ABA accessibility, security, noise control. Contractor shall base proposal on RFP and applicable codes.

Q20. Will a dual height reception counter/desk be required?

A. Yes, the reception desk/counter shall meet all ADA/ABA requirements for both visitors and employees.

Q21. Will the wall mounted lights in the main office area be replaced?

A. This RFP includes all interior lighting including wall mounted lights and truss mounted track lighting. Wall mounted lighting boxes will remain, however contractor shall be responsible for replacing fixtures in accordance with codes, RFP and light plan. Contractor is responsible for developing light plan.

Q22. Where will power poles be mounted?

A. Approximately centered on the truss mounted beams, contractor shall ensure they are not blocking hallways per current office configuration.

Q23. Where will occupancy sensors be required?

A. In the conference room and break room.

Q24. Will multiple contracts be awarded under this solicitation or will individual items be awarded based on available funding?

A. One contract will be awarded with items awarded based on available funding.