D-Wing roof RFI Questions - Responses.xlsx
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This document contains questions submitted in response to a solicitation for roof repair work at a Department of Veterans Affairs medical center. Key details include:
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The solicitation number is 36C24623R0089 for the D-Wing Roof Repair project at the Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 6.
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Questions clarify the scope of demolition and installation of new light weight insulating concrete, specifically regarding roof areas B, D, G, and H. Answers specify which areas require complete replacement versus patching of existing materials.
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Alternatives to the specified guard rail system are allowed if equal or better and approved by VA. Interior ceiling types requiring fire spray patching are identified.
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Product substitutions are approved for the vapor retarder, base sheets, and roof membrane. Supervisory roles and qualifications are clarified. Interior work for fire spray patching requires after-hours work.
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Other files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sign in 12.6.23 Pre-bid site visit.pdf | ||
| RFI 12.13.23.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24623R0089_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| Itemized Schedule of Values Cost Breakdown.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| 36C24623R0089_1.docx | DOCX document | |
| Re-posted D Wing RFIs.pdf | ||
| Specifications 565-21-102 D-Wing Roof Repair.pdf | ||
| Abatement Report - 565-21-102 D Wing Roof Repair.pdf | ||
| Drawings - 565-21-102 D-Wing Roof Repair.pdf |
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BID Questions
| DATE SUBMITTED | Question # | DWG # | SPEC SECT | DETAIL | QUESTION | ANSWER A/E | ANSWER VA |
| 7-Dec-2022 | 1 | 01 22 00 | There are 4 unit prices listed in spec section 01 22 00 but there are no line items on the bid form for these unit prices. Are these required? If so, can a revised bid form be provided to include the unit prices. | These are required and cost schedule has been added. | |||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 2 | Demolition | AREA - B, D, G and Keynote 1 | On the demolition drawings, Areas B, D, and G all include Keynote 1 that states "remove and dispose of existing LWIC down to the existing Roof deck where indicated on the Contract Drawings" This keynote 1 is just shown in one location of each Area B, D, and G. Are we to remove all of the existing LWIC over the entire roof area of Areas B, D, and G? Is this demo only required at these 3 roof areas since these are the only areas where keynote 1 is shown? | Roof Areas B and D are complete LWIC replacement. LWIC on Roof Area G will remain and existing LWIC will be patched/infilled with EPS insulation and LWIC where abandoned equipement is removed to match existing. | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 3 | AR5 | AR8 | AREA - D and G | Roof Areas D and G shown on sheet AR5 and AR 8 respectively do not include the general note that states " roof slope of new tapered light weight insulating concrete (LWIC) shall be minimum of 1/4" per 12 inches". This general notes is shown for roof areas B which would correspond with the Demo plan. Please clarify the scope of work and areas where demo and installation of LWIC will be required. | Roof Area D is structurally sloped metal roof deck. LWIC will be completely replaced on Roof Area D. Roof Area G, existing LWIC will remain and patches will be provided at locations where abandoned equipement is called out for removal. | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 4 | AR9 | Area - H | Roof area H - sheet AR9 - general note 4 states "provide tapered light weight insulating concrete (LWIC) where indicated on the drawings". It does not appear that the drawings show new LWIC at this area. Please confirm scope of work and qty if required. | Tapered LWIC required on roof Area H3 and at upslope side of large RTU as shown on sheet 1/AR9. | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 5 | Detail 28 / D1.3 | Can alternate Guard Rail systems be utilized in lieu of the guard rail detail that is shown on detail 28/D1.3 that have been used at other VA hospitals and that do not require any roof penetrations? | The guard rail system indicated in the drawings and specifications is designed to be secured under the edge metal so that there are no exposed fasteners. Indicated is the basis of design. Any deviationj would have to be submitted for VA approval, but can be acceptable so long as it is equal or better that the system designed. | |||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 6 | GENERAL | Is the existing roofing system and mastics Asbestos free. If not, is there a qty of Asbestos removal that we should include in our bid so everyone is bidding the same scope | Per the asbestos sampling report, no asbestos containing materials were identified on the roof areas included in this project. | |||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 7 | COVER PAGE | GREEN ROOF | On the Cover page under project description it states "As options, the VA would like to consider doing a living gree roofing system at the areas designated as "C" and "E" of page 8 of the roof study". We assume this note does not apply. Please confirm we are to bid the job based on the roofing details included with the plans | This note does not apply. No green roofing system is required or requested. | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 8 | GENERAL | Please confirm if the Superintendent can fulfill all three duties as Project Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager. If not, please confirm the total amount of people that will be required to be onsite, fulltime to fulfill these duties. | A site superintendent cannot perform all three duties. Site Superintendetn may be acceptable as QC manager so long as their resume indicates capability of perfomring both positions. VA prference is each of these positioons be covered by separate individuals qualified spcifically in a specific position. | |||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 9 | ROOF | Fire Spray | What are the ceiling types where fire spray patching will be required as noted on the plans. Are all of these areas in locations where ACT is installed and are these area that can be done during normal working hours and have no special working requirements. If not, please provide info as required. | This pertains to Roof Area F. Interior inspection is required prior to the substrate board being installed in order to locate conduit or any other equipment under the metal decking. The ceiling is a drop ceiling grid. Spray fireproofing repairs shall be performed after hours and shall be coordinated with the COR. | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 10 | Roof | Section 07 52 16.11 | Can Siplast Irex 40 be substituted for Siplast Paradiene 20 TG? | Yes Siplast Irex 40. See revised specification section | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 11 | Roof | Section 07 52 16.11 | For the vapor retarder, is this intended to be the Soprema Sopralene 180 SP 3.0 in lieu of Elastophene 180 SP? | Yes, Sopralene 180 SP 3.0. See revised specification section | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 12 | Roof | Section 07 52 16.11 | For the torch applied base sheets, is the Soprema Elastophene Flam 3.0 or 2.2? | Elastophene Flam HR 3.0, see revised specification section | ||
| 7-Dec-2022 | 13 | Roof | Section 07 52 16.11 | For the torch applied base sheet, confirm if the Siplast Paradiene 20 HV TG is required or a Paradiene 20 TG. | Paradiene 20 TG. See revised Specification Section | ||
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| &G | PROJECT NAME: D WING ROOF REPAIR BLDG 1 |
| PROJECT No.: 565-21-102 | &G |
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