DTRA 13A 3rd Floor RFIs_all_Contracting_FINAL.docx

RFIs DTRA 13A 3rd Floor FA282325R0008 Questions - As of 16 May 2025 Responses - 27 May 2025

1. Bid Drawings Sheel E-121 Lighting Layout does not match the reflected ceiling plan lighting layout on Sheet A-110. Please confirm the light fixtures shown on E-121 is what is required. Would recommend providing a revised A-110 reflected ceiling plan to match.

Response: A-110 Reflected Ceiling Plan will be revised, follow E-121 for lighting, A-110 for ceiling materials.

2. Bid Drawings Sheet TY111 Shows sound masking devices to be provided. Sheet M101 also shows sound masking devices and actually shows more, and in different locations than TY111. Please verify which drawing is correct so that the correct amount of sound masking devices can be accounted for.

Response: Both sheets are correct. TY111 shows the ceiling speakers required. M101 shows the duct speakers required. All speakers shown on both sheets shall be provided.

3. Bid Drawings Sheet E-001 General Note #25 states that All device colors shall be selected by the user and government prior to ordering materials. Please verify what color(s) are required for the light switches, receptacles and cover plates.

Response: In general, the light switches, receptacles, and cover plates are in white color if there is no specific color is specified on the plans and specs.

4. Bid Drawings Sheet E-001 Coordination Note states that the Electrical Subcontractor shall be responsible for all rough in of all infrastructure. However, in the AV Drawings there appears to be conflicting information on who is responsible for certain systems whether GFGI (Government Furnished Government Installed) or CFCI (Contractor Furnished Contractor Installed). For Example, Sheet T-503 Detail 5 for the Flat Panel Mounting Detail shows GFGI: Flat Panel Display & Display Tilt Mount, whereas Sheet TA001 the only item that appears to be GFGI is the Wall Mounted VTC Camera. All other materials appear to be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide. Please clarify who is responsible for the partial or complete AV System.

Response: The ‘TA’ sheets are the correct requirements for AV in Secure Conference 396 and Large Conference 387. The AV contractor is responsible for a complete turnkey AV system minus the Wall Mounted VTC Camera in those two rooms. All other displays, flat panels, or electronic equipment not related to those two rooms is GFGI. The electrical contractor is responsible for all rough infrastructure regardless of GFGI or CFCI equipment.

5. Bid Drawings Sheet E-101 Rooms 387 and 396 are to have surface mounted non metallic raceways equal to Panduit LDPH10. Please verify what color this raceway is intended to be.

Response: White color is intended to be used.

6. Bid Drawings Sheet E-602 Panel Schedule L3 Note 3 calls for a new 20A/3P Breaker but the panel schedule Circuit 2,4,6 shows a 15A/3P breakers. Additionally, Note 4 calls for a new 25A/3P breaker but the panel schedule circuit 8,10,12 shows a 35A/3P breaker. Please verify which is correct.

Response: Bid the 20 amp/3P and 35 amp/3P breaker along with associated conduit and wire sizes required, however the final breaker and circuit sizes shall be coordinated with the equipment being provided by the HVAC contractor.

7. A101 – **RFI**General Note 5 calls for All security and STC 50 walls to be painted from floor slab up to concrete structure above. If were putting a framed ceiling below the concrete ceiling ribs – do we need to paint to the deck above?

Response: all of these walls should be finished and painted, from deck to deck, and be inspected and approved by the government security official before they are covered.

8. A110 – **RFI**This reflected ceiling plan does not match the lighting layout on E-121.

Response: A-110 Reflected Ceiling Plan will be revised. Follow E-121 for lighting, A-110 for ceiling materials.

9. A311 – Keynote 13 does not make sense. Please clarify!

Response: Keynote 13 should be deleted from the Keynotes block, it is left over from an early window-infill detail that was deleted. Keynote 13 should also be deleted from Wall Section 2/A-311.

10. Will the freight elevator be available to the contractor for material deliveries to the 3rd floor as well as removal thu the demolition activities.

Response: Yes, the freight elevator will be available to the contractor for material deliveries to the 3rd floor as well as removal of debris from the demolition activities.

11. -M101 – **RFI** This sheet shows sound masking devices to be installed but TY111 also shows them. The problem is the locations and quantities do not match. Please clarify which is correct.

Response: Both sheets are correct. TY111 shows the ceiling speakers required. M101 shows the duct speakers required. All speakers shown on both sheets shall be provided.

12. -T002 – We are to adhere to the requirements of ICD/ICS 705 Response: The requirements of ICD/ICS 705 along with the project plans and specifications are all the technical requirements of the project.

13. -E602 – **RFI** Existing Panel L3 Schedule Note 4 calls for removing existing 20A/1P and installing a new 25A/3P. Circuit 10 shows a 35A/3P. Which should be provided.

Response: Bid the 20 amp/3P and 35 amp/3P breaker along with associated conduit and wire sizes required, however the final breaker and circuit sizes shall be coordinated with the equipment being provided by the HVAC contractor.

14. -E101 – Rooms 387 and 396 shall be Panduit style raceways and boxes. RFI to request color.

Response: White

15. -E001 – General Note 25 calls for device colors to be coordinate with user. Please confirm color selection will be from Mfg. Standard Color available.

Response: Please comply with the requirements specified on the plans and specs.

16. -M101 – **RFI** This sheet shows sound masking devices to be installed but TY111 also shows them. The problem is the locations and quantities do not match. Please clarify which drawing governs.

Response: Both sheets are correct. TY111 shows the ceiling speakers required. M101 shows the duct speakers required. All speakers shown on both sheets shall be provided.

17. Abatement and lead testing will be conducted after award. Will the Government clarify how abatement costs will be addressed?

Response; There is no asbestos nor lead found in the project area.

18. Will the Government confirm there is no hazardous materials on site, other than lead and asbestos?

Response: There is no hazardous material on site. There is no lead nor asbestos detected/found in the project site.

19. Will the Government clarify if the contractor is required to provide a SCIF certification upon project completion?

Response: It is the government to certify the project area credited for ICD 705 space. It is the contractor’s responsibility to notify the government to inspect the milestones defined in the response to question #62.

20. Will the Government provide a copy of the site visit sign in sheet?

Response: No The government will not release the sign in sheet

21. Will the Government clarify who is responsible for removal of equipment and office furniture currently in the project site?

Response: It is the contractor’s responsibility to remove the equipment and office furniture left in the project site when the construction starts.

22. Will the Government clarify any expected recycling or turnover of equipment and FF&E in the project site, if the contractor is responsible for disposal?

Response: It is not expected recycling nor turnover of any equipment in demolition of the project. Please refer to drawing AD101 for demolition requirement.

23. Will the Government confirm complete turnover of the site to the contractor for construction?

Response: The project site will completely turnover to the contractor for construction.

24. Specification 01 78 00 mentions lightning systems. Will the Government confirm building lightning system is not in project scope?

Response: The building lightning system is not in the project scope.

25. Will the Government accept a single person fulfilling the rolls as QCM, Site Safety, and Superintendent? If not, how many people are required to fill these functions for the project?

Response: The Superintendent and Site Safety can be one position. However, QCM shall be an independent position.

26. Will the Government confirm new FF&E purchase, storage, and install is not included in the construction contractor’s scope?

Response: Please refer to the project’s plans and specifications.

27. Will the Government confirm that TV/monitors are included in the all electronic equipment provided and installed by the Government ,as stated on sheet I-101 ?

Response: Secure Conference 396 and Large Conference Room 387 will have complete turn key AV systems provided by the contractor. Refer to the ‘TA’ sheets. All other areas will have TV/monitors provided and installed by the government.

28. Will the Government confirm that escorts are not required? If required, who is responsible for funding the cost of escorts?

Response: During Construction, escorts will be required at all times. They usually have one down at the bottom of the elevator at the main double doors and one at the site.

29. Will the Government clarify where the laydown area is located in proximity to the project site?

Response: In general, there is no laydown area designated for the project. If a temporary laydown area is needed, the contractor can submit a request and it is subject for approval.

30. Will the Government confirm the AHU only supports the 3rd floor?

Response: Yes, the AHU only supports the 3rd floor.

31. Will the Government provide the expected elevator availability for moving materials and workers during the project?

Response: The elevator by the double door entrance is available for moving material and workers during construction.

32. Will the Government confirm repair of the elevator is not included in the project scope?

Response: There is no elevator repair work included in the project scope.

33. Section 10 28 13 states to provide toilet accessories where indicated in accordance with drawing schedule. The plumbing drawings do not include a toilet accessories or plumbing fixture schedule. Will the Government clarify what toilet accessories and plumbing fixtures are included in the contractor’s scope?

Response: Section 10 28 13 has been deleted from the project’s specification. there are no toilet accessories required for this project. The work in the toilet rooms is limited to overhead mechanical and fire suppression, and removal and replacement of the ceilings to support that effort.

34. Will the Government clarify if plumbing fixtures should be reused?

Response: plumbing work is limited to the Breakroom 388, fixtures will not be reused. Please refer to the project plans and specifications.

35. Will the Government provide specifications for plumbing equipment and fixtures to be replaced?

Response: New plumbing specification provided.

36. The RFP does not include a plumbing specification for piping work. Will the Government provide this specification?

Response: New plumbing specification provided.

37. Sheet PD101 only calls for the demolition of the counter mounted sink and faucet in each bathroom. Will the Government provide a list of any additional items to be removed from the bathrooms?

Response: There is no plumbing work required in the bathrooms.

38. The drawings call for the reuse of existing flooring and wainscotting in the bathrooms. Will the Government clarify the reuse or replacement of the shower?

Response: Work in the bathrooms is limited to the ceilings for mechanical and fire.

39. Will the Government clarify if the bathroom cabinet is to be replaced?

Response: work in the bathrooms is limited to the ceilings for mechanical and fire. The Breakroom 388 receives new cabinet work.

40. Specification 10 21 13 concerns toilet compartments. Will the Government confirm if the toilet compartment replacement is included in the contractor’s scope?

Response: work in the bathrooms is limited to the ceilings for mechanical and fire. Toilet compartments are existing to remain.

41. Will the Government clarify if the bathroom sinks need to be ADA compliant?

Response: work in the bathrooms is limited to the ceilings for mechanical and fire. Bathroom sinks are existing to remain.

42. Will the Government provide elevation drawings for bathrooms?

Response: work in the bathrooms is limited to the ceilings for mechanical and fire. There are no elevation drawings for bathrooms.

43. Sheet A201 shows casework elevations. The specifications do not include Division 12. Will the Government provide a Division 12 specification or confirm the reuse of all existing cabinets?

Response: Existing cabinets will not be reused. See spec section 06 41 16.00 10 Laminate Clad Architectural Casework, attached.

44. Sheet AD101 calls for the removal of restroom ceiling, light fixtures, and all ceiling mounted equipment. Will the Government confirm reuse of existing drywall?

Response: provide new MR GWB ceilings in bathrooms. All existing light fixtures and associated wiring/controls are to be reused. Contractor may support existing lights from structure (where possible) during ceiling work. Reinstall existing lights in same locations in new ceiling.

45. Blue light fixtures were identified in various spaces during the site visit. Will the Government clarify if these fixtures are to be reinstalled, replaced, or removed?

Response: New blue light fixtures and controls shall be installed per the lighting new work sheet. Coordinate final blue light locations and controls with the government security officer prior to rough-in.

46. Specification 27 41 00 references specification 25 05 11 Cybersecurity for Facility Related Control Systems. Will the Government provide the missing specification?

Response: Disregard 1.2(e) and 1.5 Cybersecurity from the 27 41 00 specification. Spec 25 05 11 is not applicable.

47. Specification 27 41 00 references specification 27 05 13.43 Television Distribution system for CATC systems. Will the Government provide the missing specification?

Response: Disregard line 1.2(f) from the 27 41 00 specification. Spec 27 05 13.43 is not applicable.

48. Sheet A-201 shows the installation of sound soak textile panels. Will the Government provide a specification or product data for the sound soak textile panels?

Response: See drawing sheet I-601, “AWP ACOUSTICAL WALL PANEL”. Provide wood base, wood chair rail, and AWP on back wall from wood base to ceiling.

49. Will the Government clarify any window treatments prior to masonry CMU infill of windows?

Response: No window treatment proposed.

50. Will the Government provide Division 3 Masonry specification?

Response: see specification section 04 20 00 Unit Masonry, provided in Addendum #1.

51. Will the Government confirm that all building systems supporting the 3rd floor (e.g. electrical, plumbing, & HVAC) will support all proposed changes to the building?

Response: Comment is too broad. It needs to be specific for any question of concern.

52. Will the Government clarify how actions to correct a failed flow test will be treated?

Response: This projects scope work is limited to the fire sprinkler system on 3rd floor and connecting to the existing standpipe on 3rd floor as indicated on the contract drawings. Depending on the cause of failed test, it is the contractor’s responsibility if the cause is within the project area.

53. Volume M, Section 2.0 Proposal Preparation, item 2.1 Proposal Submission lists MS Office applications up to and including version 2016. Is this a requirement or is it intended to permit the use of the latest version of the programs/ applications listed ?

Response: Use latest version of the applications or Programs if possible, there is no requirement it has to be 2016.

54. Please provide current abatement survey conducted by a licensed asbestos consultant in accordance with NESHAP requirements to include all areas being demolished. It is assumed at this time that asbestos and/ or lead abatement are not intended to be included nor required to be performed within this proposed work.

Response: This project area was abated in the 2006 renovation project. The old survey report conducted before the 2006 renovation is available.

55. Destructive investigative techniques were not permitted during the original site visit. Please confirm all interior walls noted to be demolished are all stud/ drywall walls and no masonry or concrete walls are included in the demolition requirements.

Response: The wall between Rm E396 and E397 is a masonry wall. Necessary tools for masonry demolition are permitted.

56. During demolition, Is it permissible to utilize a trash chute through an open window with the window opening being secured at the end of each day?

Response: No, utilizing a trash chute through an open window is not permitted. All material/trash in/out of the project site shall go through the elevator.

57. Please clarify US citizen rqmts: does this require natural born citizens or can this include naturalized citizens or anyone that has base access?

Response: Either natural born citizens or naturalized citizens meet the US citizen requirement.

58. Please clarify escort requirements/ limitations?

Response: The government will provide escort during work-hour Monday – Friday except Federal Holidays.

59. Please confirm no existing (SCIF/ SAPF) accreditations are required to be preserved in any existing secure areas.

Response: There is no existing (SCIF/SAPF) accreditations are required to be preserved in the project area during construction.

60. Please provide listing of required security inspections - denote when and what needs to be inspected

Response:

- 1st inspection will be of all the holes that are filled with insulation and fire caulking in the floors, ceilings and walls that are not being used. This will mitigate any risks of any listening devices being installed in an unused conduit throughout the secure space.

- 2nd inspection will be the wall track after it’s laid throughout the secure boundaries of the SCIF, including the framing that’s closing in the windows.

- 3rd inspection will be a follow-up from the 2nd inspection, all other track for all rooms within the secure space as applicable.

- 4th inspection will be of all the walls prior to them being closed with drywall, this will be crucial to review all electrical and plumbing lines within the walls to ensure everything is being installed properly.

- 5th inspection will be of the finished foiling on the first layer of drywall, to ensure the foil is placed properly without any holes or damage to the foil.

- 6th inspection will be of all finished walls; this inspection will happen a few times as walls are finished at different times.

- 7th inspection will be of door frames to ensure they are installed correctly prior to doors being installed.

- 8th inspection will be of the holes that will be used for duct work and other penetrations prior to installation, these inspections will happen at different time as the electrical and mechanical work is being performed in different areas.

- 9th inspection will be of the finished product to include HVAC, mechanical and electrical prior to the false ceiling being installed.

- 10th inspection will be of the SCIF doors and interior doors as they are installed throughout the space.

- 11th inspection will be the final inspection of the entirety of the workspace before testing is started for mechanical and HVAC.

61. Identify all Govt. furnished items and determination of which is Govt installed or Contractor installed.

Response: Please refer to the project plans and specifications.

62. Need cut sheets for all govt furnished items for coordination with Comm/ Electr. Rqmts

Response: All COMM/Electrical requirements are specified in the project plans and specifications.

63. STC testing is not specified. Please confirm STC testing is not to be included in Contractor Proposals.

Response: STC testing is required and shall be conducted by a certified third party.

64. IF sheets - TVs indicated as GFGI - Please provide specifications/ cut sheets for coordination with Electrical/ Comm.

Response: I-101 indicated TV/AV is GFGI. This is not correct. TV/AV is CFCI. Please refer to T and TA drawings for the requirements.

65. IF sheets - Task chairs are indicated as GFGI. Please clarify/ confirm as task chairs are also included in the furniture package specifications (Appendix B)

Response: Task chairs in work stations are GFGI items. Please bid the requirements per the FF&E package,

66. Specifications denote in several sections requiring multiple copies of submittals or other required documentation. If submitting via e-mail, are multiple copies still required?

Response: no, only if it is hard copy.

67. Specification Section 08 71 00 Part 3.6 Hardware Set 4 for door #387A is calling for rim panic device as an exit only device. As this opening is in the secure perimeter wall, please confirm the rim panic exit only is acceptable to the AO, per ICD/ICS 705. Per ICD/ICS 705 Chapter 3 Section E, #4 requires emergency egress only doors to be equipped with a GSA approved deadbolt meeting Federal Specification FF-L-2890 or an AO approved alternate device with similar functionality and no exterior hardware. The scheduled rim panic device is not an FF-L-2890 device.

Response: Change the Exit Device for Set #4.0 to LKM10K EO. Please refer to the revised section 08 71 00.

68. Specification Section 08 71 00 Part 3.6 Hardware Set 4 for door #387A does not include a local audible annunciator listed. Per ICD/ICS 705 Chapter 3 Section E, #4 requires emergency egress only doors to be alarmed 24/7 and have a local audible annunciator that must be activated if the door is opened.

Response: The Audible annunciator is in the push bar of the product in response of #69, a separate device should not be needed.

69. Provide specification/ strength of unistrut to be used for ceiling support system as well as attachment method for unistrut to ceiling framing.

Response: Please refer to the revised drawings A-310, A-311, and A-312 for Unistrut information.

70. RF testing is not specified. Please confirm RF testing is not to be included in Contractor Proposals.

Response: RF testing is part of the project requirements and must be conducted by a certified third party.

71. If Rfoil is intended to be grounded, please provide grounding detail for Rfoil

Response: rFoil is not intended to be grounded.

72. There are several methods of applying Rfoil to the floor (Apply directly to floor, plywood, sandwiched between plywood, etc.). Please clarify the preferred detail for floor RF?

Response: rFoil should be directly adhered to floor slab per manufacturer’s instructions. There is no plywood in this project.

73. Rm 396 is the only room with a Clg height identifier (9'-0"). Should this room conform to general note #2 (clgs as high as possible)?

Response: per A-110, all ceilings at 8’-6” unless noted otherwise, rooms 396 and 387.

74. General Note #2; should all ceiling heights match or shall each room be as high as possible with individual rooms potentially having different ceiling heights.

Response: per A-110, all ceilings at 8’-6” unless noted otherwise.

75. Please verify painting of FP piping above ceiling is required

Response: painting of fire suppression piping concealed above ceiling is not required.

76. Provide paint sheen for new drywall walls. Is level 4 finish acceptable for all walls/ all paint sheens?

Response: level 4 finish is acceptable.

77. Please verify HVAC Commissioning is required

Response: Please refer to the project specifications Division 23.

78. Comm - confirm green cabling (indicated as Cat 6 copper) represents NIPR - stated in 96CS Standards - Bldg. 13 standard is white NIPR/ Green DREN Does Bldg. 13A follow Bldg. 13 color standards?. If NIPR is white, should it be copper or fiber? If Green is meant to represent another network should it be copper or fiber?

Response: 96CS has changed the NIPR color standard to Green basewide for new projects. White on this project is used for user (non core) networks.

79. T601 - hex notes (1) and (4) appear to indicate copper and fiber patch cords will be provided and installed by the Communications Contractor. This is typically supplied by and performed by 96 Comm. Squadron. Please confirm who will be responsible for supplying and installing these patch cords.

Response: The contractor will provide the patch cords to the government. The government will install the patch cords.

80. Please provide part number for the denoted desk area 12 port MUTOAs.

Response: 12 port wall plates are also acceptable solution.

81. Clarify/ confirm how/ where comm outlets shall be mounted - typically MUTOAs are surface Mounted above the partitions. Is it permitted to install comm outlets integral to modular furniture if it will fit?

Response: Yes, surface mount MUTOAs and adjacent outlets on walls above the partitions in the Open Office area. Some NIPR outlets shall be installed in the modular furniture where shown. The user network outlets shall not be installed in the systems furniture.

82. Specification 27 10 00 - 96 Comm Squadron Cyber Infrastructure Standards should reference the latest version (May 2025) and not the Jan. 2024 version.

Response: Bid with reference shown.

83. Please provide specifications/ cut sheets for the following:

video wall - comply with mat'ls indicated in AV schedule?

flat panel wall mount Digital Signage - comply with mat'ls indicated in AV schedule?

Response: AV schedule is shown on sheet TA601.

84. Digital signage denoted on AV schedule. CFCI or GFGI? Need specification.

Response: The entire AV system is to be a complete turn key solution provided by the contractor (CFCI). Specification 27 41 00 is already included in the project for Audio Visual.

85. TY601 - clarify statement " Contractor shall provision for a government contractor to install a turn key solution". Is the intention for the GC to coordinate with the Govt. with any GFGI equipment?

Response: This part of the note under sound masking on TY601 is a typo. There is no GFGI systems equipment or government contractor. All ACS, IDS, and sound masking systems work (to include equipment) is turn key by the construction contractor. Refer to the note on Sheet TY001. The system’s installation shall be coordinated with the government security officer during construction.

86. IDS - how is IDS being handled. It is understood from existing/ recent projects that Advantor is no longer an acceptable Contractor and a new Contractor has not been authorized by Security Forces for General Contractors to utilize. Is IDS parts and smarts being provided by Govt? Should Contractor provide conduit, pull boxes and string only, using device layout provided on TY111?

Response: The new IDS system is turnkey by the construction contractor and required to be compatible with the existing base headend.

87. ACS badge design and badge printing requirements are noted within specification 28 10 05. Where should ACS badging station be located? Not indicated on TY-111.

Response: A new badge printing workstation is not required. The existing ACS system in Office Room 487 shall be utilized.

88. E-111 Plan view indicates VAV3-14 circuited in line with VAV 2,9,11,12,13. E-602 Panel schedule L3 ckt18 does not indicate VA3-14 included in this ckt. Please confirm/ clarify circuiting for VAV3-14 should be L3-18.

Response: Yes, circuiting VAV3-14 shall be on L3-18.

89. Project specifications regarding Fire Alarm conduit in finished areas varies from what is stated as acceptable in UFC 3-600-01.

UFC3-600-01:In finished areas, all exposed conduit, junction/ back boxes, covers and couplings, when provided, must be factory painted red OR conduit, junction/ back boxes, covers, and couplings are permitted to be painted to match the room finish and the inside cover of the junction box must be identified as "Fire Alarm".

28 31 76 - adds the requirement: conduit must have painted red bands 3/4-inch wide at 10-foot centers and at each side of a floor, wall, or ceiling penetration.

Please clarify which requirement shall be adhered to.

Response: This is the standard requirement from UFGS. Please comply with specifications.

90. Are Fire Alarm signaling devices required in void space above secure deck?

Response: the space above ceiling is not an occupied area and does not require fire alarm notification appliances.

91. The existing Fire Alarm System will not accommodate the proposed fire alarm strategy identified within the RFP documents. The Cooper Wheellock MNS is at its maximum number of LOC that can be supervised. We do not believe after speaking with the mfr that more LOCs can be added to the system. Can we do away with the LOC's outside of the secure area? Inside the secure area will have its own panel and will not be affected, however, that LOC will not be able to connect to the others. It will isolate to the secure room panel only. Additionally, a further, more detailed view of the existing system, panel(s), devices, and locations of devices will be required to assess what can be done to provide the proposed fire alarm services to the proposed renovation area.

Response: The existing FA/MNS will need to be modified as required to install the LOC as shown on the contract drawings.

92. Refrigerator - Please clarify if refrigerator is Contractor provided in accordance with the cut sheet provided within the specifications or will the existing unit be re-used/ re-connected?

Response: Refrigerator is included in the FF&E package, which is part of the project requirements.

93. Is design Engineer responsible for QFPE or should that be provided/ included in GC proposal?

Response: Contractor must hire a QFPE to provide services as indicated on contract drawings and specifications 21 13 13 and 28 31 76.

94. Accessories product data: A1 Wall Clock - Please clarify/ specify mounting method

Response: Wall clocks to be mounted so the top aligns with the top of the door frames.

95. Accessories product data: A1 Wall Clock - Please clarify desired color/ finish - Model# identifies silver arm color with gray trim, but specification sheet calls for polished aluminum.

Response: Wall clock is Aluminum Metallic.

96. Accessories product data: A1 Wall Clock - qty 6 required. Please identify where each clock is to be placed.

Response: Clock locations are shown on Furniture Placement Plan sheet IF101, in FF&E package.

97. Accessories product data: D1 'L' Desk - Mfr identified as Teknion, but that Mfr does not have a finish designation of Medium Cherry. Should this be adjusted to match the other Teknion desks? Espresson Walnut?

Response: Yes. Match Teknion Expresso Reflect.

98. Accessories product data: D2 Executive 'U' Desk - Should the overhead storage be wall mounted as pictured?

Response: Yes. Overheads to be wall mounted.

99. Accessories product data: D2 Executive 'U' Desk - Should a tack board be included as shown on the image?

Response: D2 tackboard and tackboard fabric are indicated on Data Sheet in FF&E package.

100. Accessories product data: WS1 Workstations - Should power be included? If so, how many receptacles per workstation? Spec sheet does not state power, however the provided layout calls for 2 receptacles. Since this workstation is so large, it is suggested to include 4 receptacles per workstation.

Response: Workstations are powered. See sheet IF102, Power and Data Plan included in FF&E package.

101. Accessories product data: WS1 Workstations - Should undermount lighting be included? The image depicts undermount lighting, but none is specified or listed.

Response: No undermount lighting.

102. Accessories product data: WS1 Workstations - should the primary work station be 30"deep while the return be 24" deep?

Response: Primary work surface is 30” X 60”. Side/return worksurface is 24” X 84”.

103. Accessories product data - are alternate manufacturers (with like products) permitted to be included in lieu of the specific make/ models indicated? Due to the styles of different products being in close proximity as well as the lack of opportunity for some dealers to source certain manufacturers.

Response: Products specified were approved by the users and should not be substituted unless no longer available.

104. Accessories product data - Please clarify minimum specifications for fabric materials. Please provide content, backing, and durability (double rubs)

Response: Please verify this information with manufacturers.

105. Would the Government consider allowing additional pages to the Performance History section if the Offeror includes project examples from subservice providers?

Response: no

106. Would the Government please confirm whether the term “subservice provider” is intended to be synonymous with “teaming partner” or “subcontractor”?

Response: Subcontractor

107. Would the Government please confirm that the Organizational Structure Change History narrative is excluded from the established page limitations?

Response: Confirmed, please make it brief it is meant to be a overview of change history.

108. Would the Government please confirm whether previously completed CPARS or PPQs should be submitted directly to the designated point of contact prior to proposal submission?

Response: submit with proposal

109. Since this is an electronic submission, please confirm that Offerors are not required to include a copy number on the title page.

Response: electronic submission are not required to include a copy number on the title page.

110. Attachment L3 - is it acceptable for the Offeror to recreate the Government issued PDF Attachments into branded Word Document templates for ease of completing if we are not changing the overall formatting?

111. During the site visit, the elevator was noted as currently being inoperable. Due to the access requirements of this project to bring a new AHU into the mechanical room on the 3rd floor, the elevator will be required to be operable since the AHU will not fit up the stairs. Please confirm if contractors are to assume that the elevator will be operational and available for use during the construction period of this project.

Response: The freight elevator will be operational and available to the contractor for material deliveries to the 3rd floor as well as removal of debris from demolition activities.

112. Please confirm that no hazardous materials are expected to be present in the project area.

Response: This area was abated as part of the 2006 interior renovation, no hazardous materials are expected to remain.

113. Typically in SCIFs, any electrical penetrations between non-SCIF and SCIF area require the installation of power filters. Please confirm if power filters are to be installed in this project. And if so, please provide updated drawings and specifications to include the power filter requirements.

Response: Power filters are not typical or required per ICD 705. Filters are added to projects if required by the CTTA. This project does not require power filters.

114. What brand is the existing fire alarm panel? This item was not viewed on the site visit.

Response: The existing alarm panel is a Notifier system. The existing systems are indicated on Contract drawings FA001 and in specification 28 31 76. NFS 320 and Safepath Voice EVAC.

115. Detail 3 on Sheet A-311 shows masonry CMU being installed to infill each window. Please provide the specifications for the Masonry scope.

Response: Masonry specification has been provided.

116. Detail 3 on Sheet A-311 shows masonry CMU being installed to infill each window, however, the detail shown will also cause condensation to build up due to the cavity heating and cooling with the sun shining through the windows. In order to stop the condensation, a black film is recommended to be installed on the interior side of the windows prior to infilling. Please confirm if contractors are to apply a blackout film on the existing windows prior to infilling the windows with CMU.

Response: detail 3/A-311 is typical of other renovated areas in building 13.

117. Please confirm that the entire Audio/Visual System shown in the drawings is to be provided and installed by the Contractor.

Response: Yes, the entire AV system is to be a complete turn key solution provided by the contractor (CFCI). Specification 27 41 00 is already included in the project for Audio Visual.

118. Please confirm that the entire Access Control System shown in the drawings is to be provided and installed by the Contractor.

Response: Yes, the entire ACS system is to be a complete turn key solution provided by the contractor (CFCI).

119. Please confirm that the entire Intrusion Detection System shown in the drawings is to be provided and installed by the Contractor.

Response: Yes, the entire IDS system is to be a complete turn key solution provided by the contractor (CFCI).

120. Please confirm that all furniture shown in the drawings (other than electronics such as printers) is to be provided and installed by the Contractor.

Response: All items included in the FF&E package are to be provided and installed by the Contractor.

121. Sheet MD-101 Keynote 7 states that the Shared Conference Room 380 will require temporary heating and cooling throughout the project, however there are no requirements shown for capacity/type/or location of the temporary HVAC Unit that is required to supply this room. Please provide additional details for what is required to satisfy this scope.

Response: As-builts indicate the existing air handler had an entering air temp of 78.7/65.8 and a leaving temp of 58.8/57.0. This space was receiving 3,870 cfm of air, equaling 8.8 tons of cooling. No requirements were put on the drawings for the exact means and methods to provide this cooling with the intent to allow the contractor to provide in the cheapest way they can that the government would allow. Ductwork in this area is existing to remain. 380 was recently renovated and the government would like to keep any construction in this area to a minimum.

122. Sheet E-111 and Keynote 5 appears to indicate the location of temporary HVAC Equipment and states to refer to the Mechanical Plans for more information, however, no information is shown in the mechanical plans. Please provide details for the temporary HVAC unit to be installed.

Response: Original intent was to schedule a split system to be installed to provide the temporary cooling in this space. This was eventually removed from the plans to not tie down the contractor to a specific method of temporary cooling and allow them to come up with a more economical solution if possible.

123. Specification section 01 45 00.00 10 paragraph 3.4.2 states that the CQC System Manager may also have the duties of the project superintendent. Please confirm if the CQC System Manager may also have the duties of the Site Safety and Health Officer, in addition to the duties of the project superintendent if duly qualified.

Response: The Superintendent and Site Safety can be one position. However, QCM shall be an independent position.

124. Due to the existing elevator being inoperable during the site visit, and the elevator being necessary to transport the mechancial equipement to the second floor, please confirm if contractors are to assume that the repairs necessary to bring the elevator online will be completed prior to access being required by the contractor.

Response: The freight elevator will be operational and available to the contractor for material deliveries to the 3rd floor as well as removal of debris from demolition activities.

125. During the Site Walk, it was mentioned that the elevator was not working. Will the elevator be in operating condition before the project is awarded?

Response: The freight elevator will be operational and available to the contractor for material deliveries to the 3rd floor as well as removal of debris from demolition activities.

126. Will all existing FFE be removed by Government before the project is awarded?

Response: There will be no equipment required to be removed/disposed by the contractor. But system furniture and chairs are required to be removed/disposed by the Contractor.

127. Specification Section 08 71 00 Part 3.6 Hardware Set 4 for door #387A is calling for rim panic device as an exit only device. As this opening is in the secure perimeter wall, please confirm the rim panic exit is only acceptable to the AO, per ICD/ICS 705. Per ICD/ICS 705 Chapter 3 Section E, #4 requires emergency egress only doors to be equipped with a GSA approved deadbolt meeting Federal Specification FF-L-2890 or an AO approved alternate device with similar functionality and no exterior hardware. The scheduled rim panic device is not an FF-L-2890 device.

Response: Change the Exit Device for Set #4.0 to LKM10K EO. Please refer to the revised section 08 70 00.

128. Specification Section 08 71 00 Part 3.6 Hardware Set 4 for door #387A does not include a local audible annunciator listed. Per ICD/ICS 705 Chapter 3 Section E, #4 requires emergency egress only doors to be alarmed 24/7 and have a local audible annunciator that must be activated if the door is opened.

Response: The Audible annunciator is in the push bar of the product in response of #69, a separate device should not be needed.

129. Detail 3 A-311 on sheet 9 of 80 window infill detail. Do the existing windows get tinted or treated to hide CMU infill, or is it ok to see the CMU from the exterior of the building? Doesn’t the question is answered.

Response: detail 3/A-311 is typical of other renovated areas in building 13.

130. Per ICD 705, Chap 7, A,1, b, and A, 2, d, common walls with unsecured areas must be monitored and any potential means of accessible entry. There are several offices, areas of the secure space that share common walls with unsecured areas that do not have motion detectors installed. Do these need to be added to the security system design?

Response: Bid with devices shown.

131. For the sound masking system outside the large conference room into the existing corridor, the speaker is outside the boundary of the secure area. These speakers are usually contained within the secure area boundary so not to cause a penetration. Should that speaker be moved to inside the door?

Response: Bid with speaker outside the door per plans. All new penetrations shall have a dielectric break with 6” of the penetration on the secure side. Coordinate final requirements with the government security officer prior to rough-in.

132. Can IDS and ACS systems share the same panel and conduit runs?

Response: Bid the systems as separate as specified in the project plans and specifications.

133. There is a KS device in each conference room, but this is not defined in the Security plan key. What is this device and what is its function?

Response: KS is a kill switch for the ACS. Refer to the TY sheets for further information.

134. For your ACS, you have level 2 (Card reader and keypad) or level 1 (just Card Reader) for entry into areas, but you have no provision for exiting the areas. This can be done with a pushbutton/pushbar, Request to Exit PIR, or Card reader, but system needs some component to trigger a valid exit to avoid ACS forced door alarms. (missing in door detail)

Response: Request to exit or card readers shall not inhibit a one motion free exit from a space. Refer to door schedule on A-601. Refer to TY501 and 502 sheets showing connections from the ACS to the door hardware.

135. Please confirm that “APPENDIX B FF&E” specification sheet is for informational purposes only, not to be included in contractor price proposal.

Response: FF&E package included in appendix B of the technical specifications is part of the project requirements. All included in the FF&E package are to be provided and installed by the Contractor.

136. Are the following positions independent of each other or can they be combined: Superintendent, QC Manager, SSHO, Environmental Manager

Response: The Superintendent, environmental manager, and Site Safety can be one position. However, QCM shall be an independent position.

137. Please clarify the requirement for Questionnaires (Attachment L5). If we have CPARS for Past Performance, is a Questionnaire (Attachment L5) also required in the proposal and required to be sent to the POCs or is a CPARS included in the proposal acceptable in place of using Attachment L5? The information below is confusing.

a. 4.4.1 Questionnaire Submissions: For each Attachment L3 [attached for reference] submission, the Government requires the Offeror to send out the Past Performance Customer Questionnaire, (Attachments L5) to each of the Government or Commercial Points of Contact. Existing CPARS or previously completed PPQs will be accepted in lieu of Past Performance Questionnaire (L5) forms.

b. ONE (1) COPY OF THE COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRES SHALL BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE POINTS OF CONTACT IDENTIFIED IN PARAGRAPH 1.4 NOT LATER THAN THE DATE PROPOSALS ARE DUE AND ONE (1) COPY WILL BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR PROPOSAL

Response: Questionnaires are for projects that do not contain CPARS, They are required only if CPARS is not available.

138. Please clarify if the Questionnaire must be submitted to the POCs and included in the proposal, or if having the Questionnaire sent to the POCs or only having a copy in the proposal is acceptable.

Section L 4.4.1 says:

ONE (1) COPY OF THE COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRES SHALL BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE POINTS OF CONTACT IDENTIFIED IN PARAGRAPH 1.4 NOT LATER THAN THE DATE PROPOSALS ARE DUE AND ONE (1) COPY WILL BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR PROPOSAL

Attachment L6 says:

To assist you in preparing your response and expediting your reply, the Government is requesting that a copy of the questionnaire be provided to the offeror to be included in their proposal or may be filled and sent directly to the Attention of Donovan Wall/Contracting Officer by email to Donovan.wall.1@us.af.mil. Your completed questionnaire will become a part of the official source selection records.

Response: The questionnaires shall be with your proposal if the previous project owner returns them to your firm. The previous project owner may submit them directly to the POC’s listed if desired.

139. Please confirm if the contractor is required to provide a job site trailer or temporary field office for the duration of the project. Additionally, please confirm whether this trailer must be located within the secured area, or if location flexibility (e.g., on adjacent paved or fenced lots) will be permitted with Contracting Officer approval.

Response: Please refer to technical specifications section 01 50 00 Temporary Construction Facilities and Controls.

144. Can you confirm the approved clean agent product and storage location for canisters?

Response: there is no Clean Agent Fire extinguishing system in this project.

145. Are antifreeze systems strictly prohibited even in isolated areas such as vestibules or stairwells?

Response: No antifreeze system is permitted. There are no areas in this project’s scope of work that will have freezing issues. The new sprinkler system on 3rd floor shall be wet pipe sprinkler system.

146. Please provide detail or riser drawings showing the location of riser rooms for valve placement requirements.

Response: There is an existing standpipe system in both stairs supplied from a fire pump. The new sprinkler system for third floor will be connected to the existing standpipes in the stairwells with a zone control valve assembly. This is shown on FX001 and FX102.

147. Are electronically supervised isolation valves required for new system branches only, or also for tie-ins to existing heads?

Response: All new normally open valves are required to be electronically supervised.

148. Confirm if chilled water or condenser water systems are being reused or if this is a new standalone HVAC system.

Response: Please refer to the project plans and specifications for the requirements.

149. Are equipment-specific start-up reports required prior to functional testing, or only after?

Response: Please refer to the project plans and specifications for the requirements.

150. Clarify if pre-functional checklists and TAB reports must be completed before energization of control systems.

Response: Please refer to the project plans and specifications for the requirements.

151. Does the contractor furnish and install temperature sensors and control devices, or are any government-furnished?

Response: Please refer to the project plans and specifications for the requirements.

152. Is there a requirement for BACnet/IP integration with an existing base-wide network?

Response: Please refer to the project plans and specifications for project requirements.

153. Please confirm if there is a government-preferred, base-standard, or previously approved controls contractor or manufacturer (e.g., Tridium, Johnson Controls, Schneider, Delta, Honeywell) that is expected to be used for this facility. If applicable, please provide contact information for the Government or Base DDC shop for coordination of network configuration and approved systems. Additionally, please confirm if any existing Niagara or BACnet integration licenses, supervisory gateways, or IP assignments are to be reused as part of this project scope.

see Eglin Engineering Design Manual A11.1.3.1 and Eglin AFB Energy Management Control System (EMCS) and/or Direct Digital Control (DDC) System Requirements

154. Please confirm if the Utility Monitoring and Control System (UMCS) must integrate with any pre-existing front-end or if this is a new installation.

Response: Connect to existing network.

155. Is the government providing static IP addresses and domain credentials for M&C servers?

Response: See Eglin Engineering Design Manual A11.1.3.1 and Eglin AFB Energy Management Control System (EMCS) and/or Direct Digital Control (DDC) System Requirements.

156. Are unused hardware points required to be physically installed now, or can they be deferred until future integration?

Response: Can be deferred.

157. Clarify responsibilities for licensing and installation of Niagara Framework tools—contractor or government-furnished?

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