ESBD_378839_1731707818714_Q&A Document 1.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- 2510-001
- Issued by
- Travis County, Austin City, Texas
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This document contains questions and answers related to a Request for Bids (RFB) issued by the Travis County Healthcare District, d/b/a Central Health, for a General Contractor to perform select interior demolition of the Cameron Center in Austin, Texas. The project consists of three buildings totaling approximately 117,000 square feet. The scope of work includes site preparation and obtaining necessary permits. A mandatory site walk and pre-bid conference were held on November 1, 2024, and bids are due by November 21, 2024. The selected contractor will be awarded a contract for the duration of the project, with an estimated completion date of 100 calendar days from the notice to proceed.
The estimated demolition budget for the project is $1.5 million. The contract opportunity is not designated for any set-aside, but the RFB encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs). No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are specified. Central Health will make the award based on the best overall value to the agency, considering both qualifications and pricing.
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Project 2510-001 - (RFB) General Contractor for Select Interior Demolition of Cameron
Center
Buying Organization Travis County Healthcare District dba Central Health
No Question/Answer Question Date
Q1 Question: Pre Bid Signing Sheet
Hello, Can you please provide the Pre Bid Signing Sheet?
Thank you
Answer: The site-walk attendee list and resulting bidder’s list is posted on BidNet as Addendum 1.
11/04/2024
Q2 Question: Mandatory Prebid Conference
Would you please post the Mandatory Prebid Conference?
Answer: Mandatory Prebid Conference information is in the solicitation packet.
11/05/2024
Q3 Question: Flooring Demolition
Drawing A-221 Demo Keynote D-08 states to remove all floor covering, including, wall base, vct, carpet tile, ceramic tile, and, wood laminate. This demo keynote is not present all of the architectural demo pages. Verify that the intent is to remove all flooring from the project.
Answer: The intent is to remove all flooring on all levels of all 3 buildings. Bid should include removing all adhesives, grout, glues, etc….to leave a smooth slab finish.
11/12/2024
Q4 Question: Grinding Adhesive
Clarify if grinding off adhesive will required for the demolition of flooring materials.
Answer: See answer to Q.3
11/12/2024
Q5 Question: Site Fencing
Clarify who will be responsible for fencing on this project. The current site is fenced off. Will this be the responsibility of the contractor or Central Health?
Answer: Owner’s fencing shall remain in place. Contractor will be responsible for maintaining throughout the course of the project. Additional fencing is not required.
11/12/2024
Q6 Question: Second Ceiling B3 L1
At building 3 level 1 there appears to be a second gypsum ceiling above the existing acoustical ceiling.
Verify that the contractor is responsible for removing both ceilings.
Answer: Contractor is responsible for all drywall ceilings or lids which are above the acoustical ceilings or mounting to the bottom side of the structure above.
11/12/2024
Q7 Question: Patch Existing Exterior Walls
Clarify if the exterior gypsum walls will be patched after demolition.
Answer: Exterior gypsum walls will not be patched.
11/12/2024
No Question/Answer Question Date
Q8 Question: Painting Walls
Verify that the contractor is not responsible for painting and will only be responsible patch existing walls where noted.
Answer: No painting in scope.
11/12/2024
Q9 Question: Elevator Operation
Confirm the elevator will be available for operation during the entire duration of the project and has been inspected within the last year.
Answer: Available for operation during construction only for transporting personnel. Not allowed to be used for debris removal. Recently inspected w/ current inspections on file.
11/12/2024
Q10 Question: [Question received via email]:
Page 2 of Project Manual has estimated completion date of 100 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
Page 49 (page 4 of exhibit G) 3.5.2 it says there are 270 days . Please clarify.
Answer: All bidders shall quote their own construction duration.
11/12/2024
Q11 Question: [Question received via email]:
In the Terracon report there are windows that have black window glazing compound that has asbestos.
If this is to be abated what happens are the windows to be replaced?
Answer: Abatement is included in the scope of this bid. Windows are not scheduled to be replaced at this phase.
11/12/2024
Q12 Question: [Question received via email]:
D-24 is telling us no work in the stairway, but the landing contain asbestos. Is the tile to remain un touched?
Answer: Any abatement required by the report located in the stairwells are anywhere else is part of this scope.
11/12/2024
Q13 Question: [Question received via email]:
Notes D-27 and D-19 both mention patching at the location of walls being removed. D-06 has no note to patch walls where interior wall to be removed intersect them. Please advise
Answer: No patching.
11/12/2024
Q14 Question: [Question received via email]:
The drawing call for fire extinguisher and mounting bracket at designated locations. They are drawn like a semi-recessed fire extinguisher cabinet. We assume a 5 pound ABC would be there. Please advise
Answer: All fire extinguishers, brackets, and cabinets shall be removed. All charged fire extinguishers shall be left on site for owner to keep.
11/12/2024
Q15 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Is there a freight elevator?
Answer: No, there's not a freight elevator.
Q16 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
What are the electrical expectations through demo?
Answer: Per plans. Electrical rooms shall remain intact and operational. Power shall not be disrupted to elevators or fire alarm.
11/12/2024
Q17 Question: Question received via email
How can I find HUB subcontracting lists for NIGP codes?
Answer: Please contact Margaret Castillo, Senior HUB Analyst for Central Health at
HUB@centralhealth.net
11/12/2024
Q18 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Is there security issues in the area?
Answer: There have been reported intrusion attempts to remove the copper from the cooling units at each building.
11/12/2024
Q19 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Are we taking down exterior signage?
Answer: Nothing on exterior will be taken down by contractor.
11/12/2024
Q20 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
How old are the buildings?
Answer: The buildings were built in the late 70s. Early 80s.
11/12/2024
Q21 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Are there sprinklers in the buildings?
Answer: No. None of the buildings are sprinkled.
11/12/2024
Q22 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Does floor have wood floor structure?
Answer: Removal of floor structure is not in the scope.
11/12/2024
Q23 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
What kind of [project] schedule?
Answer: Contractor is to provide potential schedule as part of their bid.
11/12/2024
Q24 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
What is the anticipated start date?
Answer: Notice to Proceed will be immediate upon contract execution.
11/12/2024
Q25 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Will interior wall patching be required?
Answer: No interior patching required.
Q26 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Will owner be removing existing furniture and equipment?
Answer: No. Remaining items are to be removed and disposed of under this scope.
11/12/2024
Q27 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Who will be responsible for security during demolition?
Answer: Contractor
11/12/2024
Q28 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Who's responsible for removal of the USPS mailboxes?
Answer: Interior mailboxes are to be removed by Contractor as part of this scope.
11/12/2024
Q29 Question: [Question received at the site-walk]:
Please confirm we can use the elevator during demolition to bring down materials?
Answer: No, the elevator cannot be used for materials removal.
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