Questions_from_Site_Visit_-_2-ANSWERED_rev_2.pdf

Questions from Site Visit

1. What will be the acceptable method to disconnect and reconnect the down conductors from the counterpoise (ground grid) when exothermic connections are in place? Please use the acceptable methods allowed by industry standards.

2. On buildings with concealed down conductors, the landscape will need to be removed and connections to counterpoise dug up for testing and inspection. Who will be responsible for the repair of landscape to its original condition? Whatever condition the area is in prior to work should be restored to the existing state.

3. The scope of the work requires that every air terminal and connection be visited and inspected.

Are there any preferred methods for accessing the peaks of the sky lights on buildings #1, 2, and

3. Has there ever been a company that has done maintenance or cleaning in the past whom we could possibly contact to compare methods? This method of inspection has not been performed in the past.

4. Are there any construction, as-built, red line or any other blueprints/schematics available for all buildings available to us? (Preferably in digital media) It is unlikely that construction, as-built, and/or red-line drawings for ALL buildings are accurate and/or available. No Drawings at this time. CAD drawings will be posted as an amendment by Noon, MST, 13 August 2014.

5. Concerning the above question, if none are available for all or it is impractical to provide that information can you provide a square footage area of the rooftops? Roof top plan view drawings are likely available; however, full roof top drawings detailing all equipment and elevations may not be available. CAD drawings will be posted as an amendment by Noon, MST, 13 August

2014.

6. Which classification of personnel will the scope of work fall to for purposes of calculating wages based on Davis-Bacon scale? This requirement does not fall under Davis-Bacon scale.

7. Much of this work will require a 60’ JLG aerial lift. Will we be required to provide documentation of training for operators of this equipment? Personnel who operate aerial lifts should be properly trained on any/all equipment being used and have access to documentation proving such training has taken place. Documentation shall be available upon request in accordance with OSHA standards. Also related, will we be allowed to drive the aerial lift from one site to the next assuming, of course, we provide a company vehicle escort? Yes you will be allowed to transport equipment being used.

8. Will we be required to have a CSE escort the entire time we are performing any work? CE personnel will identify all work areas, but will not be available during maintenance. However, if anything arises we will be available if needed.

9. What will be the process and security protocol to gain access to electrical, communication and antenna rooms for inspection of grounding and TVSS? You will need to contact the Facility

Manager prior to working at each facility to gain any special access if required.

10. Will Colorado state licensed Journeyman Electricians and their apprentices be acceptable in lieu of lightning protection commercial certifications provided a Master level lightning protection certified technician is supervising? Yes, if there is a Master Level with lightning certification overseeing maintenance this will suffice.

11. Do all flat roof buildings have access via roof top hatches or building side ladders? Most roofs should have access via roof top hatches or ladders; however there may be a few out there that will require an extension ladder.