Questions and Answers FA442721R0016 Round 2.pdf

Solicitation FA442721R0016 – Questions and Answers – Round 2

Question #1: The previous RFI’s state that drawings are to be released, what date will those be available?

Answer: Drawings have been posted to beta.sam

Question #2: Documents UFGS 09 90 00 and UFC 3-190-06 both give paint systems for all possible substrates and conditions, can you provide the specific scenario present in the dorms listed in the solicitation and scopes of work for example;

Question #2A: What material is the wall made of?

Answer: Sheet rock (textured)

Question #2B: What material are the window frames made of?

Answer: Light gauge steel

Question #2C: What material are the doors made of?

Answer: Light gauge steel

Question #3: UFGS 09 90 00 and UFC 3-190-06 offer a wide array of finishes depending on each surface to be painted, what are the desired finishes?

Question #3A: What finish would the USAF like to achieve for the walls? (Ex: Flat, Semi- Gloss, Eggshell…)

Answer: Semi-Gloss

Question #3B: What finish would the USAF like to achieve for the window frames? Ex: Flat, Semi-Gloss, Eggshell…)

Answer: Semi-Gloss

Question #3C: What finish would the USAF like to achieve for the doors? Ex: Flat, Semi-Gloss, Eggshell…)

Answer: Semi-Gloss

Question #4: Door and window trim is mentioned, what are the dimensions of the doors and windows to be painted and how many of each are present? If shown in the plan please provide the plan.

Answer: Window 4.8ft by 3.8ft (147 windows) Door 7ft by 3ft (147 doors)

Question #5: Were the bathrooms included in the painting scope?

Answer: The bathrooms are included in the painting scope

Question #6: What kind of preparation is necessary?

Answer: PREPARATION: Removal of all deleterious substances on the surface of the painted area, including but not limited to signs or fixtures which should be salvaged and reinstalled. Containment of materials removed and new material applied by means of taping, plastic and/or canvas to cover all areas assuring no paint spills or damage by overspray.

Question #7: Do the two closets paint in each dorm room?

Answer: The closets are included in the painting scope.

Question #8: It is not clear on the specifications which painting system and number of coats is required for the project, please clarify.

Answer: *PAINT INTERIOR (1 Coat): Before painting the holes in the walls one (1) inch square or less will be patched or filled, sanded and texture matched to existing. Once the wall(s) are prepped for painting they can be sprayed, brushed or roll painted as the contractor determines to be the best coverage giving the best appearance. The contractor is responsible to protect the flooring, furniture and other office equipment and/or furniture in the working area.

PAINT (1 Coat): Apply one coat of paint to at least the specified mil thickness for this type of coating.