Questions and Answers - Demolition 11 Jan 2022.pdf

Item # Question Answers Originally Answered

1 Is there a list of Universal Wastes that are in the buildings No such list exists. 11‐Jan‐22

RFI responses dated 1/3/2022 Indicate no Hazardous waste has been Identified, SOW provides and outline of what to do if Hazardous materials are discovered. Should all costs associated with hazardous materials if encountered be excluded from the base bid and considered out of scope/NIC?

Addendum to be issued stating there is floor tile within B1906 (Heritage Bldg) that contains Asbestos. Contractor should build their proposal based on the information avaliable on hand. Any item discovered after the fact is considered under differing site conditions and will be process seperately. No known hazards in B5022. 11‐Jan‐22

Please confirm no hazardous material present at either building. Drawings for 1906 calls siding out to be asbestos.

Siding containing ACM in B1906 was removed and is no longer hot. However, floor tile containing ACM still in Heritage Bldg (+/- 3500 SF) 11‐Jan‐22

Please provide a copy of the HAZMAT survey performed on the building.

See answer to item 2.

3-Jan-22

Please confirm whether any Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) are present in the building. If so, please provide a copy of the most recent survey.

See answer to item 2 & 3.

3-Jan-22

I didn’t see an asbestos report. Is there abatement involved in the project?

See answer to item 2 & 3.

3-Jan-22

Are they any Environmental data on either building available to us? i.e. Asbestos, Mold, or lead testing

See answer to item 2 & 3.

3-Jan-22

We’ll also need the asbestos survey for both buildings as well.

Can the government provide those surveys?

See answer to item 2 & 3.

3-Jan-22

9 Please provide asbestos surveys for Building 5022 & 1906. See answer to item 2 & 3. 3-Jan-22

Have both building 5022 and 1906 cleared of having lead and asbestos?

See answer to item 2 & 3.

3-Jan-22

Please confirm whether any BioHazards exist within the building. If so, please provide details.

There are no known biohazards in either building.

3-Jan-22

If a hazmat survey is not provided, will an allowance for ACM abatement be provided? Request either a specific dollar allowance is identified or have all bidders exclude this from their proposals to ensure we are all bidding on same scopes of work.

See answer to item 2 and 3. Any hazardous materials identified during contract performance shall be handled in accordance with the Statement of Work.

3-Jan-22

Can a materials report be provided for buildings B1906 and B5022?

No.

3-Jan-22

8. states, "KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE RECYCLING

STANDARDS ARE TO BE FOLLOWED FOR ALL

RECYCLABLE MATERIAL" What are Keesler AFB Recycling Standards? Do we have to take debris to specific recycling centers? If so, what are those locations?

Recycling and solid waste for the contractors are outlined in the 2021 Contractor packet. Keesler AFB doesn't require the use of a specific location for disposal.

3-Jan-22

Are there any mandatory recycling requirements associated with this contract?

No. 30-Dec-21

Have any material or equipment been identified to be recycled from either building?

See answer to item 15. 30-Dec-21

Please provide a list of approved Off-base locations the contractor may use.

Contractor is responsible for determining locations to be used for disposal of demolition materials.

30-Dec-21

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Can a concrete crusher be set up on the demolition site?

No. The quantity of crushed concrete produced from the building would be greater than the needs of the base possibly creating stockpiling issues. In addition there would be other issues such as noise, etc. 11‐Jan‐22

Please provide a copy of Attachment A Demolition Specifications

This document is included as an attachment to the solicitation posted on Sam.gov (Specifications and Submittals Procedures)

30-Dec-21

Asbestos, Lead, Environmental

Drawings & Specifications

Questions & Answers; 11 January 2021 Demolish Bldg 5022

FA301022R0004 / MAHG21-1036

Please provide a copy of Attachment B Earthwork Specifications

This document is included as an attachment to the solicitation posted on Sam.gov (Specifications and Submittals Procedures)

30-Dec-21

21 Has an engineering survey been conducted on the building? No. Engineering survey was not required. 30-Dec-21

22 Please provide a copy of CAD files for drawings No. CAD drawings are not needed for the demolition of the facilities.

30-Dec-21

Please provide as-built documents for structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing if available.

There are no as-built documents for these facilities. 30-Dec-21

Can the original as-builts be provided for buildings B1906 and B5022?

See answer to item 23. 30-Dec-21

Can the AFB provide updated as-builts and supporting documentation that note major remodels for buildings B1906 and B5022?

See answer to item 23. 30-Dec-21

Can the parking lot and road to the east be used for laydown/ storage?

Specific laydown area will be coordinated through the PM and Security forces after contract award. Road must remain open to through traffic at all time.

30-Dec-21

What are the sizes of the Storm Water, Waste Water, Gas lines, ect.

Sizes for all utilities are identified on the drawings. 30-Dec-21

Some of the existing trees are in very poor condition, i.e. the tree on the front of the building. The RFP drawings state to protect all existing trees; however, given the poor condition of the front tree it may be in the interest of all parties to remove the tree at the front.

Drawing D1.0, Removal Notes, states "No trees are to be removed or damaged." If it becomes necessary to remove a tree a request must be submitted for approval by the Keesler AFB Arborist.

30-Dec-21

29 What procedure is required to protect the live oaks?

Tree protection guidance is included as an attachment in Solicitation Amendment 4.

11-Jan-22

RFP Drawings, Removal Note 6, refers to “grade”; however, not grade elevations are provided. The existing building grade is significantly higher than surrounding land elevations. Please provide details as to what grade level the existing foundation area is to be graded to. Also, there are significant variations in grade within the open spaces where sidewalks are to be removed. Is the contractor to adjust the grades for all the open area spaces, or only return the locations of sidewalk removal to match the grades surrounding the sidewalks?

Drawings and Statement of Work provide grade expectations.

Most references are either "existing grade" or "grade to drain"

30-Dec-21

Referencing paragraph 3.2.4.5 of the Statement of Work: After removal of sidewalks, are we undercutting 3', and backfill with select fill?

Yes. 30-Dec-21

What is the foundation/slab comprised of? How thick is it?

What is under the foundation (i.e. rock, dirt, sand, etc.)? How deep are the footings and piers? Please provide a copy of the foundation plan/structural plan / wall sections for the contruction of the foundation.

No drawings are available for the demolition of the foundation or the material used. The foundation material is normally 4" concrete slabs.

30-Dec-21

Is there a Foundation plan available for the building that is getting demolished?

See answer to item 32. 30-Dec-21

34 How tall is the building? Height is approximately 20 to 25 feet. 30-Dec-21

Will the AFB be responsible for removal of furniture, supplies, cabinetry and the like from for buildings B1906 and B5022 or will the contractor be responsible?

Any items not removed by demolition start are to be included in the demolition.

30-Dec-21

Will all remaining furniture & laundry equipment located in the buildings be removed prior to demo?

See answer to item 35. 30-Dec-21

Will the building contents (ex. furniture, washer, dryers, etc.)

be removed prior to demolition?

See answer to item 35. 30-Dec-21

Do the contents inside the buildings get salvaged or are they the responsibility of the contractor to dispose of?

See answer to item 35. 30-Dec-21

Will any coordination be needed between the State Historic Preservation Office and the Subcontractor prior to demo?

There is no known requirement for SHPO coordination. 30-Dec-21

Will an archaeologist need to be onsite while all ground disturbing activities are taking place? If so, will the government be providing the archaeologist or the contractor?

There is no known requirement for an archaeologist. 30-Dec-21

Please provide an email or phone number to Vectrus Electric Shop and CLP

POC information will be provided to the Contractor after contract award.

30-Dec-21

Since this contract is not requiring any installed equipment, please confirm section 5.2 is not applicable to this contract

Installed equipment may include line stop and valves required by paragraph 3.2.4.11 of the Statement of Work.

30-Dec-21

What does the AFB want to do with two PowerFin boilers currently installed in building B5022?

The (2) PowerFin boilers shall be turned in to Keesler AFB for spares or reuse. 3‐Jan‐22

Is the intent for the locks/card readers pulled from Building 5022 to be reused? or disposed of by the AF because they may or may not contain information? The reason for the question is based on the time and care that may or may not be involved in removing them. "e.g." we need to save every piece, screws and bag or tape pieces of each lock individually, track serial #'s for each lock removed. The task may or may not be time consuming based on the level of care involved

There are locks that require removal with the intent of reuse.

All the hardware associated with those locks must be correctly removed and return to the Government. There is no intention to reuse any other locks, no special disposal, do not need to be disposed by AF, locks do not contain any special information.

11‐Jan‐22

Could you please provide the number of locks to be removed. about +/- 114 Electronic Locks

11‐Jan‐22

Can the AFB state what is housed in the 10’x10’x8’ concrete pit that is to be demolished at building B5022?

The concrete pit is for utility access and contains a chill water line and sump pump. 3‐Jan‐22

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Since the utilities are privatized on Keesler AFB, is the contractor responsible for disconnecting the utilities or are the utilities disconnected by the privatized company? If so, is the cost passed through to the contractor and what is the cost?

The Government will shut-off utilities upon coordination required by paragraph 3.10.2 of the Statement of Work.

Contractor is responsible for termination, capping, and removal of utility infrastructure in accordance with paragraph

3.2.4.11 of the Statement of Work and the associated drawings. 3‐Jan‐22

Will base personnel be shutting off utilities to the buildings to include sanitary water, heating and cooling water, electrical, and natural gas?

See answer to item 47.

11‐Jan‐22

Who are the base utility contractors for electrical, water, natural gas, sewer, etc.? Who will be responsible for coordinating all the disconnections? If the contractor is responsible, what are the procedures and POC for each utility contractor? Who will be responsible for coordinating and paying disconnect fees to the utility contractors, if any are applicable? Are there any MOA/MOR or agreements with the base utility contractors/privatized utility contractors that the offeror will need to be aware of before award? Will the offeror be expected to sign an agreement with any utility contractors? Has an estimated dollar amount been given to the Gov't by the base utility contractors for disconnecting all utility connections?

"Utility Provider information may be provided after contract award if needed.

Contractor is responsible for coordinating disconnections in accordance with the procedures provided in paragraph 3.10.2 of the Statement of Work.

The outage request referenced in paragraph 3.10.2 of the Statement of Work is the only agreement needed in order to shut-off utilities prior to the Contractor terminating, capping, and removing the utility infrastructure in accordance with paragraph 3.2.4.11 of the Statement of Work and the associated drawings." 3‐Jan‐22

Please confirm that the boxes, meters (gas or electric) are not property of the utility company and are to be disposed of by the contractor.

All meters are owned by the government. B5022 contractor shall turn in the (1) ION8600 electric meter to the gov for a spare or reuse. B1906 contractor shall turn in the (1) site read meter to the gov for a spare or reuse. Any other meters not specifically identified shall be turned over to Keesler AFB. 3‐Jan‐22

Will the Government terminate all utilities prior to demolition or is the contractor required to request an outage and terminate the services?

If contractor is to terminate, please designate all termination points for all utilities.

The Government will shut-off utilities upon coordination required by paragraph 3.10.2 of the Statement of Work.

Contractor is responsible for termination, capping, and removal of utility infrastructure in accordance with paragraph

3.2.4.11 of the Statement of Work and the associated drawings.

30-Dec-21

Please clarify if all utilities will be capped by contractors paid for by the government? Or is it the responsibility of the contractor to provide subcontractors to locate and cap existing utilities?

Contractor will submit for a dig permit which will result in marking of utilities.

Contractor will coordinate shut-off of all utilities in accordance with paragraph 3.10.2 of the Statement of Work.

Contractor will then terminate, cap, and remove identified utilities in accordance with paragraph 3.2.4.11 of the Statement of Work and the associated drawings.

Utilities, Hydrants, Terminations

Will the contractor be granted access to a fire hydrant near the jobsite to keep the dust to a minimum?

Paragraph 3.2.4.7 of the Statement of Work provides guidance on the availability and use of fire hydrants.

30-Dec-21

Can hydrant be used for dust control and if so will it be metered ( if meter whats the price per gallon)?

See answer to item 53. 30-Dec-21

Is water available at the fire hydrants around building 5022 and will contractors be allowed to us hydrants if appropriate valves and backflow preventors are installed?

See answer to item 53.

11‐Jan‐22

SOW states, "Utilities for the work will be provided by the Government unless otherwise noted."

Specs states, "Remove existing utilities still connected to structure or uncovered by work and terminate in a manner conforming to the nationally recognized code covering the specific utility and approved by the Contracting Officer."

Please define what the government utility work that will be performed vs what the contractor is expected to perform.

Paragraph 3.2.2 states that Utilities for the work will be provided. Provided utilities would include electricity, water, etc needed to accomplish the required work.

The contractor is expected to perform all utility work necessary to meet all requirements of this solicitation to include paragraph 3.2.4.11 and drawings referenced in that paragraph, along with the specifications as included with this solicitation.

30-Dec-21

Government states "Do not interrupt existing utilities serving occupied or used facilities, except when authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving facilities occupied and used by the Government except when approved in writing and then only after temporary utility services have been approved and provided. Do not begin demolition or deconstruction work until all utility disconnections have been made. Shut off and cap utilities for future use, as indicated."

What utilities are being serviced/provided from this building that are occupied and with the removal of the building will interrupt an existing facility being used?

Please provide any other plans for those buildings that may be effected by the termination of the utilities of B5022.

Coordination of utility interruptions will be accomplished in accordance with paragraph 3.10 of the Statement of Work.

In order for the Contractor to terminate and cap utilities identified in the Statement of Work and Drawings, the utility interruption could result in other, occupied, buildings in the adjacent area to be affected.

Assuming the Contractor follows proper abandoning practices, there should be little to no impact to other facilities. However, this is the reason the Statement of Work includes paragraph 3.10.

30-Dec-21

What are the procedures and lead time for interruptions of utility services?

If we need to request an interuption 14 days in advance, how long afterwards will it take to coordinate the outage?

Please provide a copy of the request form needed to be completed for interruptions?

Procedures for interruption of utility services are outlined in paragraph 3.10 of the Statement of Work.

The purpose of making the request 14 days in advance is that the outage would happen on the 15th day.

All forms and contact information will be provided to the Contractor after contract award.

30-Dec-21

Item # Question Answers

What type of perimeter fencing is required?

Paragraph 3.5.3 of the Statement of Work states fencing will be "6' chain link fence with brown fabric screening." 3‐Jan‐22

5 states, "PERIMETER FENCE IS TO BE SET UP AROUND ANY AREA WORK IS TAKING PLACE." What are the specs on the perimeter fence? May the contractor install silt fence?

See answer to item 59.

3‐Jan‐22

61 What is the required haul route for demolition materials?

Contractor responsible for developing their route based on available Keesler AFB access gates and any weight restrictions applicable to city streets/roads.

30-Dec-21

Can we use the SE gate for heavy hauling, dump trucks, dumpsters, etc.?

All commercial vehicles must use Keesler AFB Contractor gate to gain access to the base. Commercial vehicles may exit from any available gate but may be limited by weight and/or vehicle restrictions on city streets/roads.

30-Dec-21

Can the gate closest to building 5022 (W Howard Ave-Judge Sekul Ave) be opened for hauling material and large deliveries in and out if scheduled?

Opening of the gate may be coordinated to haul material out, however, any equipment that needs to be brought in needs to be processed through commercial point of entry. 11‐Jan‐22

Can the contractor be granted access to the L Street gate that is adjacent to the job site? This will reduce frequent traffic of the large trucks through the base and improve safety for all personnel on base.

See answer to item 63. 30-Dec-21

Site Access / Routes / Fencing

65 What type of fencing is required to protect trees?

Tree protection guidance is provided as an attachment with Solicitation Amendment 4.

30-Dec-21

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Would the government consider extending the proposal due date by a minimum of 7 days to 14 Jan 2022? This is mainly due to the fact that many personnel are off from 23 Dec 2021 - 2 Jan 2022 due to the holidays.

Due to the addition of building 1906 and a second site visit, the due date for proposal will be extended. Please see the posting within sam.gov for the most current information, attachments, and proposal due date.

30-Dec-21

Based on discussions at the site walk, when can we expect the amendment to be issued to add the additional demolition of the other building?

Amendment 1 was issued and posted to Sam.gov on 22 December 2021.

30-Dec-21

Can we expect performance time to be extended with the new addition of bldg 1906?

Period of performance extended to 210 days. 30-Dec-21

With the addition of building 1906, Heritage Building, will the Gov’t consider extending the Period of Performance date from 150 days to 210 days?

See answer to item 68. 30-Dec-21

Can the Superintendent, QC, and SSHO be covered by the same person?

No reference can be found within the Statement of Work or Specifications requiring a SSHO or QCM.

30-Dec-21

Can the Site Superintendent also serve in the role of SSHO and QCM? Will the government consider allowing us to triple hat this project?

See answer to item 70. 30-Dec-21

72 Does the government expect funding for this project?

The Government has a firm expectation of funding for this project.

30-Dec-21

Will the government require companies to provide proof of VA CvE SDVOSB Certification versus just accepting SDVOSB self-certification?

SAM certification is sufficient unless they get challenged by third party.

30-Dec-21

At the site visit it was announced building 1906, Heritage Building would be added to the contract opportunity. Per the solicitation, the magnitude of the proposed work is between $500,000 and $1,000,000 and according to the SOW and drawings provided, the footprint of building 5022 is approx.

31,500 SF with a total square footage of 94,500 SF.

Considering square footage of building 5022 and the addition of building 1906, the proposals are most likely between $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. Will the Gov’t consider revising the magnitude of the proposed service to $1,000,000 to $5,000,000.

The Government estimates the addition of building 1906 will not change the current magnitude.

30-Dec-21

Is the Notice of Compliance form required for this proposal? If yes, what Volume should it be included in?

The Notice of Compliance provides proof of insurance coverage and is required as part of your proposal. The completed notice should be included in Part 1 - Price Proposal in accordance with 52.212-1(C)(1)(c), as included in this solicitation.

30-Dec-21

I wanted to confirm with you that bid project FA301022R0004

- Demolition of B 5022 does not require a bid bond. I’m asking because I didn’t see any mention of the bid bond in the solicitation or amendment one.

FAR Clause 52.228-1 is not included in this solicitation. As such bid bonds are not required.

30-Dec-21

Are adjacent dorm buildings also being scheduled for demolition?

This solicitation is solely for the dismantling, demolition, and removal of building 5502 and adjacent improvements as defined within the Statement of Work and Specifications.

30-Dec-21

78 Can work be done on weekends?

In accordance with paragraph 3.8 of the Statement of Work, normal hours of operation are 7 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Weekend work may be approved by the CO if requested in accordance with this same paragraph.

30-Dec-21

Are there any updates concerning coronavirus and current or future vaccination requirements?

Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures change based on currently available data. Vaccination requirements are governed by Department of Defense and Federal Law and may change at any time.

Solicitation / Contract Requirements

Can the 60 day watering/maintenance period be extended beyond the performance period?

As long as all landscaping requirements required within the Statement of Work and Specifications have been met, watering/maintenance may be allowed to take place outside of the PoP.

30-Dec-21

What is the definition of the following wage rates on the provided determinations? We are trying to find out what to pay a dump truck and roll-off driver.

31361- Truckdriver light 31362- Truckdriver medium

Definitions are obtained through the Department of Labor.

Classification of employees is accomplished by the employer.

30-Dec-21

Due to the type of work and NAICS, please consider using a wage determination other than the service contract act wage determination as the classifications needed are not listed. For example, demolition or site work preparatory to building construction is considered a part of the building project for wage determination purposes.

This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with FAR 37.3, Dismantling, Demolition, or Removal of Improvements.

As such the use of Service Contract Act (SCA) wage determinations is required.

NAICS 238910 covers Demolition, building and structure.

30-Dec-21

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This form states it is attachment 6 for FA301022Q0003 / MAHG21-1036. Does the government want us to use this form and adjust the solicitation number?

Attachments were updated as part of Amendment 1 to this solicitation. All correspondence and proposal documents should reflect FA301022R0004 / MAHG21-1036. Attachment 6 & 7 submissions utilizing the original versions will still be accepted.

30-Dec-21

Attachments 6 & 7 use Solicitation Number FA301022Q0003. Per SF 1449, Item 5. The Solicitation Number is FA301022R0004. Should Attachments 6 & 7 be changed?

See answer to item 83. 30-Dec-21

Do we have to provide the past performance references that are within the $500K-$1M magnitude? Can we provide projects that are less than or more than this magnitude if the complexity and scope are similar to this demolition project?

In accordance with 52.212-1(C)(2)(a), as included in this solicitation, "Relevant performance includes present/pas performance effort involving similar scope, magnitude of effort, and complexities of this solicitation."

30-Dec-21

If using PPI from a key subcontractor - do we have to provide a teaming agreement?

No formal agreement needs be provided with your proposal.

The PPRL should include all information required within 52.212-1 as included in the solicitation.

30-Dec-21

Will the government allow 5-years versus 3-years for past performance references?

Past performance references must be within 3 years per the solicitation terms listed in 52.212-1 as included in the solicitation.

Past Performance Information