Attachment 1 - Response to Questions-RFI.docx
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- Gym Ceiling and Light Project
- Solicitation number
- CAFC26-0006
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Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
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This file is a Response to Questions document (RFI) that addresses inquiries submitted by vendors regarding the Gym Ceiling and Lights Project solicitation. The document provides clarifications to vendor questions that materially affect the scope of work or significant project details, as determined by the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. The Court indicated that written responses would only be provided to proposers if answers changed aspects of the Statement of Work or project details, ensuring all respondents receive uniform information for their quotation submissions.
The Q&A document serves as an amendment to the original solicitation for construction work at the Markey National Court Complex in Washington, DC. Contractors submitting quotes should review these responses alongside the original Statement of Work attachments to ensure their proposals account for any scope modifications, clarifications on deliverables, or other project requirements that were addressed through the question and answer process. This update is critical for vendors to develop accurate and compliant bids for the gym ceiling, corridor, and lighting work as specified in the solicitation CAFC26-0006.
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RFQ Amendment0001: Attachment 1 – Responses to Questions/RFI under RFQ CAFC26-0006 “Gym Ceiling and Lights”
1. How far is the electrical closet or panel where these existing lights are connected.
Response: It is on level B1 within this space.
2. Please advise if we are to use the existing electrical circuit and wire for the lights or run a new circuit.
Response: The existing circuits may be used provided they provide adequate power for the new lights.
3. Please provide cut sheet/ product data of the new lockers.
Response: Refer to Section 2.2.2.2 and 2.2.2.2.1 for locker information. Cut sheets and product data are available on the manufacturer’s website.
4. Will certified payroll need to be submitted on a weekly basis?
Response: No.
5. Will each person working at project’s location need to pass the background check HSPD-12?
Response: Refer to section 10.1 Personnel Security Clearance Options of the NCB Contractor Access Requirements.
6. Are there any known asbestos containing materials within the project's location?
Response: No.
7. Are there any known lead based paint within the project's location?
Response: No.
8. How old are the existing drop ceiling grid and acoustical ceiling tiles at the gym?
Response: Unknown.
9. When was the wall constructed in the corridor outside the gym?
Response: Unknown.
10. When was the flooring installed in the corridor outside the gym?
Response: Unknown.
11. What is the procedure if asbestos containing materials or lead based paint is suspected to be present?
Response: Immediately inform the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)/PM of the project.
12. Does Vendor need to provide a photometric plan of the new lights in the gym? Response: Yes.
13. Is Vendor responsible to remove and re-install as needed the following in the gym: fire sprinklers cover plates, fire alarm units, HVAC grilles?
response: Yes.
14. Is the drop ceiling grid with acoustical tiles only to be replaced in the gym?
Response: Yes.
15. Can a floor plan with dimensions please be provided of the gym and corridor outside the gym?
Response: No. Field verification shall be done by the contractor.
16. What is the approx. square footage of the gym?
Response: Field verification shall be done by the contractor in accordance with Section 2.3.2 of the SOW.
17. In Attachment 2 photos and drawings: There is a drawing plan with colors: grey, green, purple, pink and brown. What does each color signify for this project?
Response: The colors do not signify anything for this project.
18. Will the Owner / Facility (United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit) furnish/provide to Vendor/Contractor the Fifteen (15) All Wood Lockers Model HPL Club Locker?
Response: Refer to Section 2.2.2.2 of the SOW.
19. Please confirm that there are lockers to remove by Vendor/Contractor in B1089 202.07 CRH CORR? And how many?
Response: Yes – see Design Drawings. Field verification shall be done by the contractor in accordance with Section 2.3.2 of the SOW.
20. Please confirm that Vendor/Contractor is to install a total of Fifteen (15) All Wood Lockers Model HPL Club Locker?
Response: Refer to Section 2.2.2.2 of the SOW.
21. Please confirm that the Vendor/Contractor needs to install a floor mounted carrier for the new water fountain?
Response: Yes. Installation per manufacturer’s recommendations.
22. What floor is this project on?
Response: B1.
23. Can work be allowed on Sundays? If yes, what hours?
Response: No.
24. What is the Model number for the new Lockers? Is it one, two, or three tier? Can a picture be provided of the new lockers?
Response: Refer to Section 2.2.2.2 for Locker Model information.
25. Please confirm that Wilsonart White 1570 will be installed on the sides of new lockers? But not the Side HPL E by All Wood Lockers?
Response: The question is unclear. Refer to Section 2.2.2.2 of the SOW for the Locker Model information. The company web page also has information for the end panels. Wilsonart White is the color.
26. Will the existing Electrical outlet next to existing water fountain be in the way to install new water fountain?
Response: No.
27. What will be the color for new Armstrong Ceiling Grid Suprafine XL 7500? Blizzard white, charcoal black, white?
Response: White.
28. Is there existing batt insulation above existing drop ceiling grid with acoustical ceiling tiles?
Response: No.
29. Will new unfaced Insulation need to be installed above new ceiling?
Response: No
30. Is there already an existing in wall floor mounted carrier for the existing water fountain?
Response: Unknown.
31. Does Vendor need to include other optional accessories for new water fountain? Response: Provide all items needed for complete installation.
32. What is to be the color of the new water fountain: arctic white, light grey granite, midnight black, stainless steel?
Response: Light grey granite.
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