QA_RFP06.docx

ALL BLDGS

1. What degree of design is required for the contractor to submit as clarification of his bid for each CLIN in this Solicitation?

PM RESPONSE: Drawings with a professional AE stamp shall be required per the IBC and Regulations listed in the RFP. The exact drawings needed shall be determined by the DOR per their state license law and shall include but not be limited to the following:

WS910: Drawings/Specifications showing replacement of exterior siding, roofing, fire protection system, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, etc.

WS3514: Drawings/Specifications showing replacement of masonry repair, roofing, door replacement, electrical improvements, etc.

WS65: Drawings/Specifications showing masonry repair, roof replacement, opening replacements, existing mechanical demolition, new heater installation, electrical improvements, refinishing of exterior/interior surfaces, etc.

2. Will material and personnel be removed from each facility during construction or will we need to work around the onsite personnel & stored material/equipment?

PM RESPONSE:

WS910: Tenant will move inventory and contractor will move furniture and equipment as needed.

WS3514: Tenant will move all materials as needed.

WS65: Tenant will move all materials as needed.

3. Do "Anti-Terrorism Standards" apply to these warehouses?

PM RESPONSE: To be determined by the DOR. Warehouses and small shops are typically exempt due to the low occupancy count.

4. Each warehouse scope site B3030 as a requirement for each roof, however, the scope is clear to replace the roof 'In-Kind". These are old building and have withstood the test of time, major additional work could be required to bring these buildings into compliance with new codes. What level of design is required for each of these roofs, and if they are found deficient after engineering, how will this be paid for?

PM RESPONSE: The level of design required is determined by the DOR. If the extent of repairs could not be reasonably anticipated due to hidden conditions, a MOD can be negotiated.

BUILDING 65

5. The scope calls for replacement of the existing Mod Bit Roof and accessories, however there is a lean to roof over what appears to be a mech room attached to the rear of the facility, this roof is shingle. Will this roof require replacement as well? (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: Yes.

6. The scope calls for new interior lighting but it does not specify whether or not the existing "exit lights" should be replaced. Please clarify. (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: Existing "exit signs" shall remain.

7. The scope states to perform asbestos & lead surveys only. Please clarify that abatement of either material will be completed by change order if encountered. (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: Yes, a change order will be negotiated if determined that abatement will be required.

8. The scope call to replace all existing vents. There are 12 openings around the bottom of this facility, of which 6 have been covered with sheet metal and 6 where vents exist. Is it the intent to replace 12 vents or only 6? (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: Yes, the Government wants to replace all 12 openings around the bottom of facility with vents that can be opened in the summer (to create ventilation in conjunction with roof vents) and closed in the winter (to minimize the freezing in conjunction with electric space heaters).

9. Should we include the set of Exterior double doors and the single door which are in the mechanical/electrical rooms in the lean to on the rear of this facility in our replacement count? Do all door require "Panic Hardware? (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: Repair but do not replace doors on mechanical lean-to on rear. Door hardware shall be determined by the DOR but panic hardware is not anticipated.

10. Are the "Overhead Roll Up Doors" to be insulated? (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: "Overhead Roll Up Doors" do not need to be insulated.

11. Are all interior walls to be painted under this project? If so, will to user remove and replace all shelving and product while this work is performed? (Bldg. 65) PM RESPONSE: Yes. Please adjust the scope to include the preparation and painting of all interior walls, structural components, MEP components that have been previously painted.

BUILDING 3514

12. The scope requires painting and caulking of all (11) existing steel windows. a)Will these windows need to be operable or just be repainted? b) Is repainting required both inside and out? c)Also, there appears to be a grounding system attached to each window and frame, will this system need to be updated and/or replaced? What about testing of this ground system? (Bldg. 3514) PM RESPONSE: a) Windows do not need to be operable b) Windows need to be painted inside and out c)Grounding system does not need to be updated or replaced.

13. Item 3 in the Project Description states to "Install a new Smart Meter". What are the requirements of this "Smart Meter" ? The Smart Meters currently being installed around JBC-AB & WS are strictly for 3Phase systems and require CT's or PT's. Please state the intent for using a "Smart Meter" or provide a Basis of Design Product for installation under this requirement. (Bldg. 3514) PM RESPONSE: Delete the requirement for a new smart meter.

14. Item 4 in the Project Description states to rewire the building lighting and alarms. Please clarify what the "Alarm" requirement will be as it appears that only 1 alarm bell in the facility exists on the Fire Riser. Is it the intent to add a Addressable Fire Alarm System & MNS to this facility? (Bldg. 3514) PM RESPONSE: Alarm upgrades will not be required as the renovation cost does not exceed 30% of the current PRV (Present Replacement Value).

15. Does the existing Emergency Lighting currently installed in this facility need to be replaced or just rewired? (Bldg. 3514) PM RESPONSE: Existing emergency lighting will remain with new wiring.

BUILDING 910

16. Does the 12x12 roll up door to be replaced need to be an insulated door? (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: Yes, the new 12x12 roll up door needs to be insulated.

17. Do the man doors to be replaced require panic hardware? (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: Door hardware shall be determined by the DOR but panic hardware is not anticipated.

18. Is MNS required for this facility? Does the Fire Alarm need to be Addressable? (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: Yes and Yes. See attached Base standards (Fire Protection JBC Design Guide & UFC 28 31 76 JBC Fire Alarm...April 2015) for the alarm requirements.

19. Do the Grilles and Diffusers required replacement throughout the facility? (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: Yes, grills and diffusers shall be replaced in Bldg. 909.

20. Are Exit Lights needed at each exit in this facility? (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: "Exit signs" are required at each exit. Existing exit signs do not need to be replaced.

21. Are all interior walls to be painted under this project? If so, will to user remove and replace all shelving and product while this work is performed? (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: The scope does not require that all interior walls be painted.

ALL BLDGS (CONT)

22. According to DESIGN AFTER AWARD, will CID (Comprehensive Interior Design) be required?

PM RESPONSE: CID is not required for any of the projects.

23. According to DESIGN AFTER AWARD, will SID (Structural Interior Design) be required?

PM RESPONSE: SID is not required for any of the projects.

24. Will FF&E be required?

PM RESPONSE: FF&E is not required for any of the projects.

25. Will we "fast track" the design?

PM RESPONSE: No.

26. How many "design" meetings will be required? How many "design review" meetings will be required? How many submittals will be required? If you skip the 35% design and proceed directly to the 65% design, are the requirements for the 35% still due along with the 65% design requirements.

PM RESPONSE: See “Part 2, Attachment A, Project Specific Requirements” dated 6/1/15 (attached).

27. How many submittals will be required? Will this be a "complex" submittal according to the DESIGN AFTER AWARD?

PM RESPONSE: See “Part 2, Attachment A, Project Specific Requirements” dated 6/1/15 (copy attached)

28. The Solicitation lists delivery date as 240 hours ADC for Bldg 721, Is this correct or should this be 240 days ADC?

The delivery date is 240 days ADC for all three projects under this RFP.

28. Part 4 Minimum Materials, Engineering and Construction Requirements, lists UFC 1-200-01 "General Building Requirements" as applicable code. This UFC references UFC 4-010-01 Change 1. Will DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings be applicable for these projects? Stand off distances? Force Protection for doors, windows and skylights, equipment bracing, etc. None are listed in the Scope of Work for each project.

PM RESPONSE: To be determined by the DOR. Warehouses and small shops are typically exempt due to the low occupancy count.

29. Confirm that Mass Notification is not a part of the scope of two of the projects as none is mentioned in the SOWs (most installations require it).

PM RESPONSE: Mass notification required for WS910 but not for other two projects.

30. For projects requiring new automatic sprinkler protection, is a Fire Protection Engineer required to be on the design team?

PM RESPONSE: License law requires engineers to work within their area of knowledge. Specific qualifications for a Fire Protection Engineer are not provided.

31. DESIGN AFTER AWARD states that CADD Autodesk ACAD (.dwg) is acceptable. Confirm that COE will not require .dgn for Bentley or Microstation for submittals nor for as builts.

PM RESPONSE: DGN files shall not be required.

32. The solicitation is designated as a design/build project. Section 01 33 16 provides requirements for the Design After Award. It is unclear as to what detail the Government is looking for the design aspects. Can the Government be a little more specific on what is required for the design aspect? Specifically what is the Government requiring to be in the design documents? Is the contractor required to evaluate and analyze all systems to ensure they meet current code?

PM RESPONSE: See “Part 2, Attachment A, Project Specific Requirements” dated 6/1/15 (copy attached)

33. Section L, Part II of the solicitation provides requirements for Past Performance. The requirement requests up to 10 projects within the last 3 years for relevant contracts which is defined as Design build facility renovations involving design and/or control of design contractors. If a contract does not have any design/build projects within the past 3 years will they be disqualified or the evaluation be considered a weakness? There have not been very many Small Business design builds. Can the time frame for design builds be extended to past 7 years?

The offeror will be evaluated in accordance with Section M of the solicitation and DOD Source Selection Procedures, Tables 4 and 5.

34. Bldg 65 – B2010 states to provide exterior louvers – Does this just cover the locations where louvers have been removed or does this apply to all existing louvers and places where louvers were apparently removed?

PM RESPONSE: Provide for all locations including vents previously removed.

35. Bldg 65 – 23 HVAC states to remove the 1,632 MBH heater. Are the other steam heaters to remain? IS steam piping to be disconnected from the unit and blanked? IS any of the other steam piping to be removed from the building?

PM RESPONSE: All unused pipes shall be removed.

36. Is there any force protection requirements that must be met regarding new work? Presently there are packaged air conditioners and condensing units ground mounted adjacent the building. (Bldg. 910) PM RESPONSE: To be determined by the DOR. Warehouses and small shops are typically exempt due to the low occupancy count.

37. Please clarify the HVAC requirements as stated in the SOW. Paragraph 1 part 23 indicates sizing and quantity of electric unit heaters. Paragraph D30 identifies unit heaters of different capacity. Which is correct? (Bldg. 65)

PM RESPONSE: Paragraph D30 is correct. We are unable to locate your reference to a “Paragraph 1 Part 23” There are only 6 Parts to the RFP.

38. Please clarify the electrical alarm requirements indicated in the SOW. Paragraph 1 part 26 (4) states to rewire alarms; however, paragraph D5030 makes no indication of alarm requirements. Is the existing fire alarm to be replaced with new, and if so, will mass notification also be required? (Bldg. 3514) PM RESPONSE: Alarm upgrades will not be required as the renovation cost does not exceed 30% of the current PRV (Present Replacement Value).