Site_Visit_Questions.docx

Questions on Item #1:

a. Item #13 states that these units will be stacked onto item #23 ...It states in the specification they are to be gas....must to state natural or propane.

RESPONSE: We believe you mean Item 1. They are to be natural gas.

b. Upon measuring at site of installation...prior to the access panel on the right of the equipment line you have approximately 153" from the existing floor drain to the access panel...if the existing Vulcan Hart tilt skillet model #VG30 which is 36" left to right and a recommended clearance on both the left and right side of the unit to be 2"...and then we attempt to install three stacked Cleveland Combi unit's per specification with a width of 52.26" not including the 2.5" clearance on the right side of the units and the 4" clearance needed on the left side of each unit...we would be blocking the access panel.

RESPONSE: Our intentions were for the customer to remove one of the steam jacket kettles (by who) creating 45” of extra space.

c. Equipment alone would be 192" not including suggested operation clearances We need to clarify who will be responsible on relocation of the existing Vulcan hart tilt skillet and if the existing gas connector hose is to re-used or provide a new one.

RESPONSE: Contractor is responsible for moving the Tilt Grill and providing a new hookup line.

d. Related to this part of the project....because of the size and complexity of the R/O system......the installer must know where this unit can be located RESPONSE: The unit will be moved next to the existing Steam Jacket Kettle.

e. Will the existing Rational Combi be removed prior to the start of installation of new equipment of will that be part of the installer's scope of work...

RESPONSE: The existing rational will be relocated by the customer prior to agreed installation date.

Questions on Item #3

a. ....Hatco booster heater model #C-36..only a 40 degree temperature rise has been requested....please confirm a 70 degree rise has been considered and confirm incoming water line temperature to assure appropriate sanitary water temperatures in the hot temp machine.

RESPONSE: Hot water line temperature is 136 degrees fahrenheit.

b. Concern of the placement of vent stacks in relation to the existing electrical panels...

From center to center of the new vents will be 72"...on the new machine...

RESPONSE: If vent stacks are moved, the new stacks cannot block existing electrical panels. If the equal machine is quoted, it is 10 inches shorter so the only vent that would need to be moved is the right vent.

Questions on Item #4

Question: Because of the size and shape of the soiled table we will have to do at least a field joint, so one piece is not do-able RESPONSE: …On-site joining of the table is allowed.

b. Rack guides on sink?

RESPONSE: Rack guides are to be installed on the sink to assist rack movement.

c. Pre-rinse unit is standard at 44"....who is the manufacturer and should this be a faucet or just a pre-rinse?

RESPONSE: Sprayhead is Brand Name or Equal to KROWNE METAL MODEL NO. 17‐202WL

d. Disposal controls...start/stop button...reverse button?

RESPONSE: The button should be START/STOP/REVERSE

e. Is the existing disposal to be re-used or a new model bid? If so....specify Brand On cut out for scrap disposal...should a rubber scrape block be used or a finished marine edge on opening.

RESPONSE: New Brand Name or Equal Model Specified in Statement of Work. Marine Edge on Opening.

f. Burn permits for field welds in the dish room?

RESPONSE: YES, Permit will be issued by Scott Air Force Base Fire Department. The person doing the welding will be required to meet with the Scott Air Force Base Fire Department prior to them issuing the permit. Contractor will work with customer to set up appointment after contract award.

g. Removal of dish machine and existing stainless steel......on dock...palletized...? Dish machine will have to be taken apart to be removed from the dish room....does it have to be re-assembled for transport or operation?

RESPONSE: Dish Machine will be disassembled and palitized on back dock ready for transport.

Questions on Item #5 Refrigerated drop ins

a. ...Manufacturer to be used? Not on the fabrication but for the drop-ins to set a par for quality.

RESPONSE: Do to it being a custom table, fabrication manufacturer at bidders discresion as long as technical specifications meet customer’s requirements. Drop In cutouts must meet the 14 guage S/S top standard.

b. By stating three shelves on this unit...please clarify a plate shelf that is used now along with two shelves for storage RESPONSE: The plate shelf is on top of the sneeze guard to allow plate to be place on top for customer retrieval.

c. Hot food drop in well unit....brand name to par for quality?

RESPONSE: Brand Name or equal to chiller currently in place. Chiller specifications are in Statement of Work.

d. States wet or dry type.....is there a drain available?

RESPONSE: There is no drain available.

e. On top of the sneeze guard...should a stainless steel top be used with the intention of passing plates over to customer?

RESPONSE: The shelf on top of the sneeze guard will be stainless steel.

f. Cutout for controls of new hot drop in? Location for control panel only...

RESPONSE: No cutouts exits. They will need to be installed from scratch.

Questions on Item #6

a. On refrigerated drop in's...they are to individual not one drop in to accommodate four pans and are they to have drains. Are they to be NSF-7 drop in's?

RESPONSE: They are to be refrigerated individual full pan cutouts, NOT drop ins. The refrigerator will chill the pans from the bottom. That is the reason for the overnight lids. No drains are available

b. On Items that state "Or Equal".....as an example.....Cleveland or Jackson is the par....will you the contractor determine an "Or Equal" that must be approved prior to bidding?

RESPONSE: Technial evaluation will be done on all items quoted after the closing date for the quotes.

Question: Will there be approved drawing request on the custom built items #41,#5 and #6? RESPONSE: Drawings must be submitted with quote.