Q A 45.docx

Questions-Renovation of Quarters - 45

1. Can you please clarify the sentence in section C #4 Specific tasks (all areas that are not being remodeled or altered for or per the specification or new equipment shall be renovated.)?

Answer= That sentence is to be taken in conjunction with the next sentence in that paragraph. Basically, reworded in another way, the entire interior of the house is to be renovated. The renovations which are to be performed, besides the very specific activities listed in the Statement of Work are: repairing and painting all existing walls and trim in the entire house, refinishing the 2nd floor and basement tubs, stripping and refinishing the tile floors in all existing bathrooms, replace all existing toilets and bathroom sinks, replace all existing toilet accessories and bathroom fixtures, replace all light fixtures, and refurbishment of stairs.

2. I can see how we can refinish the floor in the hall bath up stairs because that is just a pull and replace, but the first floor bath is being demolished. Do you mean the basement floor?

Answer= All flooring in the entire house is to be either refinished (old tile or wood floors), repainted with epoxy (basement floor), or carpet replacement for all remaining areas

3. There is no information for the 3rd floor or the basement, is there work to be done there other than the tub re-finish in the basement?

Answer= Painting and carpeting on the 3rd floor and epoxy painting on the basement floor.

4. It seems like the specification sheet is a very generic scope. Is this the case or do we need to follow each line item as specified?

Answer= As described in the narrative under section 4 “This is a remodel/renovation. With all remodels/renovations, there are unknown factors hidden in the walls or other building components. Some of the specifications listed below shall only become applicable if a situation arises from an unknown factor, which requires specifications or details. All specifications that can be applicable throughout the remodel/renovation process shall be required.” Basically, yes this is a generic scope, and the specification will only apply if they can apply.

5. Are we re-doing hot water heater or boiler or tying into existing? There is mention of a tankless, do we include that?

Answer= Yes, a domestic water tankless heater is being installed per division 15 in the Statement of Work. The boiler can be removed, per the SOW, but it is preferred to be left if it does not interfere with the installation of the Heat Pump System

6. Does refurbish stairs mean sand and finish? Or more than that?

Answer= Sand and Finish

7. Do we re-pipe or tie into existing plumbing through-out Answer= Tie into existing plumbing Through-out

8. Does the item #15410 apply to this spec. ? or is a maintenance and repair to the existing boiler associated with these specifications.

Answer= Yes, all statements in section 15410 are accurate. Boilers are not considered a fixture. They are considered plumbing equipment. The boiler is not to be refurbished or repaired by this contractor if either are required, but if the contractor is not do damage the Hydronic Water System unless they are completely removing it for the Heat Pump System.

9. Do we include window treatments as indicated?

Answer= Yes, Blinds per the specifications are to be installed.

10. There is specific area shown on plan where work will be performed, so floor and wall finishes are a given, what about the rest of the house does the plaster remain except for these areas and we follow specs as far as finish floors, walls, doors and trim.

Answer= As described in the narrative under section 4 “The construction drawings list only the items that need to be remodeled. All areas that are not being remodeled or altered for or per the specification or new equipment shall be renovated. The interior renovations include: repairing and painting all existing walls and trim, refinishing the 2nd floor and basement tubs, stripping and refinishing the tile floors in all existing bathrooms, replace all existing toilets and bathroom sinks, replace all existing toilet accessories and bathroom fixtures, replace all light fixtures, and refurbishment of stairs. Basically, reworded in another way, the entire interior of the house is to be renovated. The renovations which are to be performed, besides the very specific activities listed in the Statement of Work are: repairing and painting all existing walls and trim in the entire house, refinishing the 2nd floor and basement tubs, stripping and refinishing the tile floors in all existing bathrooms, replace all existing toilets and bathroom sinks, replace all existing toilet accessories and bathroom fixtures, replace all light fixtures, and refurbishment of stairs

11. Is the engineering of load bearing beams the contractors responsibility or designer?

Answer= Yes

12. Can a dumpster be stored on site?

Answer= Yes

13. Doors in specs specify metal hollow core doors, and match existing. I assume we match existing Answer= Yes, match existing

14. We were given an "Allowance Categories" sheet that listed several items of work but no dollar amounts. Please advise.

Answer= The allowances will be stipulated by AFRH later after award, the contractor is not to include cost for the Allowance Categories listed in the base bid.

15. Does the driveway get replaced?

Answer= Per the drawings, the driveway is to be repaired with slate edging added, but since slate, per the specifications, have been swapped for clay brick pavers, the edging would be clay brick pavers.

16. Is a car port to be built? If so we need details and material specifications.

Answer= Section 6, describes the requirements for framing (Section 6100 & 6110 give most of the required information).

17. Need specs for flooring- carpet, ceramic tile, kitchen floor.

Answer= Check Sections 09300 through section 09700

18. Is the wood flooring to be refinished? If so which rooms?

Answer= Check section 09640 (basically the main floor and the hallway of the 2nd.)

19. Is there any work in the basement and the upper floor (3rd floor).

Answer= Painting and carpeting on the 3rd floor and epoxy painting on the basement floor.

20. Assume that the entire house gets painted inside and out?

Answer= Inside only

21. Do the windows get replaced? If so need specifications.

Answer= Windows are an allowance item (the allowance will include material and labor to replace). If AFRH chooses to replace the windows, the removal of old windows, installation of new windows, and required repair finishes will be a part of the allowance. Window specifics are in section 08500 through 08750.

22. Do the window A/C unit get replaced? If so need specifications.

Answer= No, they get removed. They should not be required after central unit is installed.

23. Are we replacing all windows? If so what is to be done with the window air conditioners currently in place?

Answer= Windows are an allowance item (the allowance will include material and labor to replace). If AFRH chooses to replace the windows, the removal of old windows, installation of new windows, and required repair finishes will be a part of the allowance. Window specifics are in section 08500 through 08750. In any case, the window air conditioners are to be removed and trashed. A central system is being installed by the contractor.

24. Are we replacing all exterior doors?

Answer= No, only paint interior.

25. What exterior painting is required?

Answer= None

26. Is there any expectation of asbestos when we remove the steam pipes? If so how will this be handled?

Answer= There is no expectation of asbestos. As stated in the RFP, the contractor is to notify AFRH. A Change Order will be issued for the hazardous material removal.

27. Is the Boiler & Basement piping allowed to remain.

Answer= All existing piping that is visable that will not be reutilized or tied into will be removed by the contractor.

28. Can you supply any specifications for the gas stove, microwave exhaust fan, and the side by side refrigerator.

Answer= Appliances are an allowance item (the allowance will include material and the amount will be supplied after the award of the contract). Refer to section 11000 for additional detail (the microwave is an internal venting unit).

29. Because of its location on an inside wall, I assume the exhaust fan is an internal venting unit.

Answer= Yes

30. Is there any work to be done in basement?

Answer= Painting the walls and epoxy painting on the basement floor.

31. Ref to the Copper Standing Seam Roof, what is the required thickness?

Answer= Smallest thickness manufactured is acceptable. Metal roof may be made of any standard metal used for metal roofs

32. Are we to assume wood framing & CDX Plywood Roof under the Copper Roof?

Answer= Only wood framing required; no roof sheathing is required. The metal roof may be directly fastened to the wood framing for the roof.

33. Ref to Attachment E Allowance Categories: Generally an allowance is provided by the Owner. Please clarify.

Answer= The allowances will be stipulated by AFRH later after award, the contractor is not to include cost for the Allowance Categories listed in the base bid.

34. Also you have items listed on the allowances that are not referenced in bid drawings, such as clay pavers. Please clarify items listed.

Answer= Refer to section 02780 for clarification and Amendment number 1 that was included with the RFP which states “A 15’ x 15’ Patio of clay brick pavers are to be added to the new South walkway off of the Carport.”

35. Ref to Bid Item 00002: Generally an allowance is provided by the Owner. Please clarify.

Answer= The allowances will be stipulated by AFRH later after award, the contractor is not to include cost for the Allowance Categories listed in the base bid.

36. What is supporting the 2 new columns between the kitchen & dining room?

Answer=This question is not totally clear; so we will supply a general answer. The Contractor is to remove the existing load bearing wall and install the described two columns with required beam to hold up the load bearing wall load. The columns are to be structurally supported by typical code requirement framing to distribute the existing upper loads to the lower level load bearing points. In addition, the columns are to be finished to match surrounding interior architectural decorative elements.

37. Is there a symbol index key page that accompanies the drawings?

Answer= No, Symbols are architectural standard.