Amendment 0002- Attachment 3- Questions and Answers.pdf
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- AMENDMENT 0002- FY26- AFLCMC Mold Cleaning
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- F2XTRA6077A001
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This is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) document addressing contractor inquiries regarding the scope of a mold remediation project affecting three rooms (112, 117, and 207) totaling approximately 13,171 square feet.
Scope of Work and Remediation Requirements: The moisture source has been identified and corrected through boiler repair; no active moisture conditions remain. The Government will not conduct additional mold testing, as the CDC does not recommend routine air sampling. Contractors must perform appropriate remediation on all visibly affected surfaces and notify the Contracting Officer (COR) if conditions beyond visible areas are discovered. For Room 117 specifically, all carpet must be removed and all ceiling and wall surfaces cleaned; no wall cavities require access. The contractor is responsible for cleaning surfaces affected by mold in each room, including wood and system furniture, and removing identified carpet. All ceiling tiles (2,890 total) will be replaced, with 104 square feet of damaged ceiling grid requiring repair. Mold-contaminated materials are disposed of as standard construction and demolition waste. Unsalvageable furniture will be disposed of by the Government prior to work start.
Containment, Safety, and Logistics: Only localized isolation for affected rooms is required; full negative air containment is not necessary. No facility-specific infection control measures beyond the Statement of Work are required. Contractors should clean only return vents and registers; no additional HVAC ductwork cleaning is required. No air quality clearance testing is required. Furniture must be cleaned in place without temporary staging or protection requirements. Elevator access is available for second-floor debris removal, with a dumpster location outside the loading dock coordinated at project start. Ceiling specifications are 2'x2' tiles and grid systems. No facility HVAC schematics will be provided, and no build-back beyond localized ceiling and grid repair is included in scope.
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Scope & Existing Conditions
1. Based on the site visit, it is our understanding that the source of moisture intrusion in Rooms 112, 117, and 207 has been identified and corrected. Please confirm whether any active moisture conditions remain, or if the contractor should anticipate addressing residual moisture during remediation.
The boiler was repaired; however, its extended period of inactivity likely allowed condensation to accumulate within the vent system. This condensation introduced excess moisture into the rooms, creating conditions conducive to mold growth.
2. Based on our understanding from the site visit, it appears that no prior inspection reports, mold assessments, or environmental studies have been completed to further define the extent of the affected areas. However, there was mention of potential testing prior to bid submission. Can you please confirm whether the Government intends to perform any additional testing, or if the contractor should include provisions for testing and potential scope of expansion within their proposal?
There are no health-based standards for mold or other biological agents in indoor air. The CDC do not recommend routine air sampling for mold with building air quality evaluations. The Government does not intend to perform any additional testing.
3. Additionally, should the contractor assume that all visibly mold-affected materials (e.g., carpet, ceiling tiles, drywall, etc.) are to be removed and replaced, or only those materials deemed unsalvageable at the direction of the COR? As a point of clarification, it was observed during the site visit that Room 117 may require full demolition and replacement. We would like to confirm expectations across all affected areas to ensure alignment with the Government’s intent while avoiding unnecessary cost escalation.
There are no open wall cavities in room 117 due to the condition of the carpet it is to be removed, along with all ceiling and walls surface will be cleaned.
Hidden Conditions & Extent of Work
4. In the event that additional mold or moisture damage is discovered beyond visible areas (e.g., within wall cavities or above ceiling systems), how should the contractor proceed—pause work and notify the COR for direction, or proceed within a reasonable extent of remediation? As a point of clarification, during the site visit it appeared that conditions above the ceiling in Room 207 (including areas near ductwork) may extend beyond the visibly affected ceiling tiles. We would appreciate guidance to ensure alignment with the Government’s expectations if similar conditions are encountered.
Due to there being no over wall cavities or active moisture conditions remaining, the Government’s expectations are to have appropriate remediation done to all visibly surfaces in the room the necessary repairs of source that caused the excess moisture have been completed. Notify the COR for direction if something is discovered beyond visible areas stated in SOW.
Testing & Clearance
5. Will the Government provide independent air quality and clearance testing, or is the contractor responsible for performing and documenting all testing?
No, the Government will not provide independent air quality and clearance testing the CDC does not recommend and the Government does not request the contractor to provide one.
6. Are there specific clearance standards or acceptable thresholds that must be met prior to build-back? This was unclear during the site visit.
There are no health-based standards for mold or other biological agents in indoor air. The CDC do not recommend routine air sampling for mold with building air quality evaluations.
Containment & Safety Requirements
7. What level of containment is expected (e.g., full negative air containment vs.
localized isolation) for the affected rooms? Localized isolation for the affected rooms
8. Are there any specific base or facility requirements regarding infection control measures beyond those outlined in the SOW? No
HVAC & Building Systems
9. As discussed during the site visit, it is our understanding that additional rooms may be connected to the same HVAC units. We would appreciate confirmation of any required measures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure compliance with facility standards.
Repairs / Build-Back
10. To what extent is the contractor responsible for restoration (e.g., full replacement of finishes, ceiling systems, flooring), and are there specified materials or finish standards to match? The contractor will repair identified damaged ceiling grid specified in SOW, replace all ceiling in each room, a clean surface mold in each room to include wood furniture, system furniture and remove identified carpet.
Access, Phasing & Logistics
11. Has a designated route for debris removal been established, or will this be coordinated at project start? This will be coordinated at start of project
We understand from the site visit that the dumpster placement location outside the loading dock has been identified. For debris removal logistics, can you please confirm whether elevator access will be available for the second-floor areas, or if materials should be planned for transport via stairs? Elevator access is available
Waste Handling
12. Should mold-contaminated materials be handled and disposed of as standard construction and demolition waste, or are there any additional classification or disposal requirements? This clarification will help ensure proper compliance with applicable regulations and allow us to accurately account for any specialized handling, transportation, or disposal costs in our proposal.
Disposed of as standard construction and demolition waste.
Extent of Mold / Affected Areas
13. Are there any available square footage estimates for impacted areas within Rooms 112, 117, and 207? Yes, 13171sf
14. Are photos of the affected spaces available to share?
No
Furniture Handling
15. The SOW identifies furniture within the rooms as mold-affected material.
Yes
16. Should furniture be cleaned in place, or relocated/staged outside of the work area during remediation? Furniture to be cleaned in place.
17. Are there any expectations for temporary staging, protection, or storage of furniture during the work? No
18. Under what conditions should furniture be considered unsalvageable and disposed of versus cleaned and returned to service? All unsalvageable furniture will be disposed of by government prior to work start date.
Ceiling Scope (Extent & Specifications)
19. The SOW includes ceiling tile removal and repair of any damaged grid. All ceiling tile will be replaced and damaged grid areas will be identified.
20. Can the Government confirm the approximate quantity of ceiling tile replacement and the extent of grid repair anticipated? Yes, 2890 ceiling tiles and (104 sf) of damaged ceiling grid.
21. Additionally, are ceiling tile specifications (2x2 I believe) and grid system details available? Ceiling grid and tiles are (2’x2’)
Wall Assembly / Insulation
22. For areas requiring wall access (e.g., Room 117), can the Government confirm if insulation is present behind the walls, and if so, whether removal and disposal of affected insulation is expected as part of this scope? No walls will be accessed
HVAC / Ventilation Components
23. While not explicitly defined in the SOW, can the Government confirm whether any HVAC-related cleaning (e.g., return vents, registers, or ductwork serving the affected areas) is expected to be included in this requirement, particularly if contamination is present in these components? Clean only return vents, registers
General Build Back Scope Clarification
24. Can the Government confirm whether this requirement includes any additional material replacement or build-back beyond localized ceiling/grid repair.
No build-back beyond localized ceiling/grid repair
25. Has a pre-test been conducted and a protocol developed?
There are no health-based standards for mold or other biological agents in indoor air. The CDC do not recommend routine air sampling for mold with building air quality evaluations. The Government does not intend to perform any additional testing.
26. Will facility HVAC schematics be provided?
No
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