FA442725R0021 - B241 Renovation RFIs 2.docx

FA442725R0021 - B241 Renovation RFIs

Q1: Regarding Ceiling equipment. Are the lights to be removed? Are the Lighting electrical boxes and conduit to be removed?

A: Yes, lights will be demo.

Q2: Regarding Ceiling surface. Are the ceiling tiles and mastic to be removed? To what degree? 100% removal or 3D Clean? What is the anticipated finished condition?

A: Ceiling tiles and mastic will be 100% removal. SOW has been updated to reflect this change.

Q3: Regarding abatement and removal of lead-based coatings on walls, door frames and columns. Is the scope to remove the loose and flaky paint and stabilize with a lead barrier compound? Or is the scope to sandblast all the concrete surface? What about the P-7 samples of lead paint on Drywall, (office interior and hallway walls). To what degree do you want the paint removed from drywall?

A: All areas that have lead present will be removed. Demo office walls and Area 3 walls.

Q4: Can we source Electrical Power from the adjacent Building, Bay A?

A: Make all efforts to stay within Bay B. But if needed, you may source from Bay A as long as disruptions to normal operating conditions are kept to a minimum.

Q5: Construction Drawings. Beyond the abatement drawing provided, will construction drawings be issued showing the full scope of interior demolition?

A: Additional drawings will not be provided. Interior demolition will be defined in the SOW.

Q6: As-Built Drawings. Are as-built drawings available for the work area? If so, can they be provided?

A: Due to the size of the attachments, as-builts can be requested via email to the contract specialist and the contracting officer the documents will be delivered via DoD Safe.

Q7: Mastic Testing. Will testing be conducted on the mastic beneath the 1'x1' ceiling tiles?

A: All testing has been completed, and results were provided.

Q8: Door Protection and Removal. We recommend that the steel frame doors installed in concrete be saved for reuse and not be removed. On the double doors, you will need a new coordinator and new closures. For the 2 exterior doors, we recommend you save the steel frame that is enclosed in concrete and stay in place. And the removal of any wood frames. For installation at the construction phase.

A: The double doors at the entrance will be left in place and are not part of the project. “Lead abatement on the exterior doors will be on the interior and exterior surfaces to include the frames.” (SoW para., 3.1.)

Q9: Floor Mastic. Is the floor mastic to be fully removed or encapsulated?

A: Per the SOW 3.1, floor mastic removed as part of the abatement process.

Q10: Exterior Containment Anchoring. Can exterior containment be anchored to the building’s exterior walls for stability?

A: Yes, but you must repair any holes/damage done to the building.

Q11: Exterior Paint Removal. What is the required extent of paint removal around windows and doors within the exterior containment zone?

A: “Lead abatement on the exterior doors will be on the interior and exterior surfaces to include the frames.” (SoW para., 3.1.)

Q12: Concrete Step Removal. Should the concrete step at the emergency exits of Building 241, Section B be included in the demolition scope?

A: No, interior work only.

Q13: Hazmat Testing – Walls. Will asbestos and lead testing be performed on the interior and exterior walls of the mechanical and break room areas?

A: Mechanical room has been tested, and lead removal has been identified. I am unaware of any room that is referred to as a break room.

Q14: Mechanical Equipment Scope. Does the scope include removal of the exterior mechanical equipment? If so, should wiring be removed back to the transformer or only to the pull box? For safety and code compliance, we recommend removal back to the transform.

A: Exterior mechanical equipment is not part is not part of this request.

Q15: Please confirm if the paint on the exterior of B241 is to be removed.

A: Exterior paint is not part of this project.

Q16: Please confirm if the window frames are to be removed and replaced or glass only.

A: “The scope of work consists of demolition, including lead abatement and removal and disposal of existing windows, followed by installation of new windows with bronze-colored aluminum frames, sliding in operation, and featuring insulated glass, matching the existing size (approximately 5' x 3') as closely as possible.” (SoW para., 3.2.)

Q17: Please confirm if the server racks located in “Area 4” are to be salvaged or disposed of.

A: Sever Racks in Area 4 should be disposed of.

Q18: Please confirm if the water fountain in Hall 3 is to be removed.

A: Yes, but only remove it Q19: Please confirm if the ceiling tiles are to be removed.

A: Ceiling tiles will be removed, and mastic will be scrapped off to leave a clean surface.

Q20: Please confirm that all utilities in Area 3 are to be removed (ductwork, dampers, coils, HVAC controls, electrical, etc.).

A: All utilities will be removed from area 3.

Q21: There is an overhead waterline in “Area 4. Please confirm this waterline is to be demolished and capped at Room entrance.

A: Yes. The water line will be capped and removed. Please cap it downstream of the water fountain.

Q22: Could you please provide the job walk sign in sheet?

A: The sign in sheet has been uploaded on SAM.gov.

Q23: There are (2) exterior doors on North side, two interior partition doors for “Office” and “Area 3, and (1) interior door at Hall 3. Please confirm the quantity of doors to be removed.

A: Doors will not be removed.

Q24: Please confirm if the partition walls that separate the “Office” and Area 3 from Area 4 are to be demolished.

A: No walls will be demolished as part of this project.

Q25: Please confirm if the return air ductwork in Area 3 that goes up to the second floor is to be capped at ceiling.

A: The air duct in Area 3 will be capped at the ceiling.

Q26: Please confirm if the exterior louver in Area 3 is to be removed or protected in place.

A: Remove and replace with window.

Additional Questions

1. Can you please share existing /as-built architectural or engineering drawings available for Bldg. 241?

A: Due to the size of the attachments, as-builts can be requested via email to the contract specialist and the contracting officer the documents will be delivered via DoD Safe.

1. Does the scope include reinstallation of flooring, HVAC systems, electrical, or communication infrastructure following abatement and demolition? Or is the contractor’s responsibility limited solely to demolition and removal?

A: The contractor’s scope is limited to only abatement, demolition and removal as stated in the scope of work.

1. Please share the specification section or performance criteria for the new window units to be installed.

A: Please refer to SoW 3.2, followed by installation of new windows with bronze-colored aluminum frames, sliding in operation, and featuring insulated glass, matching the existing size (approximately 5' x 3') as closely as possible. The new glass shall be sealed in the frame.”

1. Are there any areas within Bldg. 241 Bay B not addressed in the current asbestos/lead survey that may require additional abatement if disturbed?

A: The abatement plan will cover the current areas that were identified in the survey. Any unforeseen conditions will be reported to the Government and addressed accordingly.

1. Can you confirm the allowable working hours, and whether work outside of 0730–1630 or on weekends is permissible with Government approval?

A: Per the SOW, all dates and times outside of normal operations must be approved by the government

1. I have looked through all the documents, and there is not a manufacturer, or equal listed in them. There is also not a color palette preference, style, or patterns provided in the solicitation. Please advise.

A: The contractor’s scope is limited to only abatement, demolition and removal as stated in the scope of work.

1. Are there drawings for this project to clarify the demo scope?

A: Due to the size of the attachments, as-builts can be requested via email to the contract specialist and the contracting officer the documents will be delivered via DoD Safe.

1. Lead and asbestos drawings show tan paint in Area 4 on interiors of perimeter walls as having lead concentrations of 19,000ppm. This tan colored paint was also observed in multiple other locations. (concrete columns, mechanical box ducting, office) please provide sampling results and confirm extent of removal in locations other than the perimeter wall noted on plans.

A: Testing was done throughout the facility, if not identified as positive for lead/asbestos, do not abate.

1. Regarding the tan paint in RFI above, please confirm extent of abatement on perimeter wall. May we only remove loose and flaking paint, stabilize and encapsulate? Or, is full abatement of all paint on concrete wall surfaces required?

A: Testing was done throughout the facility, if not identified as positive for lead/asbestos, do not abate

1. Regarding the 2 exteriors doors shown on drawings, is the Tan Paint on Door Trim noted at 7,800 ppm the paint on the interior of the building?

A: Testing was done throughout the facility, if not identified as positive for lead/asbestos, do not abate

1. Regarding the 2 exteriors doors shown on drawings, the brown paint on the exterior of the door looks to be the same paint on the window frames and trim. Is this paint lead containing and does it require stripping / abatement?

A: Testing was done throughout the facility, if not identified as positive for lead/asbestos, do not abate

1. TSI was observed in Area 3 and Hall 3. Please provide testing data for asbestos. If ACM, is abatement required?

A: Please refer to the Asbestos and lead survey report

1. Mechanical ducting and equipment were observed on the exterior of the building. Where does removal of mechanical ducting terminate? Within the building only?

A: Terminate just inside the building.

1. We assume the light fixtures are to be demoed. Have the ballasts been tested for PCBs?

A: No, treat it as if it does.

1. Will the restroom facilities in Bay B be available for the construction team?

A: No

1. Where is the point of disconnect for the HHW and CHW piping for this project?

A: In the Mechanical Room

1. Where is the point of disconnect for the electrical conduit and communication conduit?

A: The existing comm within Bay B-1 is not active and can be demolished so it doesn’t interfere with the remediation work. The comm can be cut off when it exits Bay B.

1. Is the electrical panel in the Area 3 to be demoed?

A: The existing electrical panel in Bldg. 241 Bay B-1 can be demolished. The attached electrical one-line diagram from a 2019 project that replaced the transformer for the building shows the existing panel in Bays A & B to be fed directly from the transformer so the transformer will be the point of disconnection.

1. Is the existing non-operational HVAC equipment outside of Bay B to be removed?

A: No

1. Confirm 12''X12'' Wall and Ceiling tiles are to be demoed?

A: Yes

1. Area 4 was observed to have a server rack, overhead tray and cabling. Is demo and offhaul of these components in scope? If not, will they be removed by others prior to start of demo and abatement?

A: Yes

1. What is the anticipated start date for the project? The contract states the project needs to be complete within 30 calendar days after receiving NTP, however the lead time for windows is 4-6 weeks.

A: Please see updated SoW, and contractors may recommend PoP

1. Area 3 contains mechanical equipment that will impede access for the abatement of flooring. Please clarify whether this equipment will stay or be demolished. If it is to be demolished, please clarify if this removal is in scope for the abatement contractor.

A: “The contractor's responsibilities encompass the complete demolition and removal of existing flooring, HVAC systems (including ductwork), and all communication and electrical conduit, lights, conductors, panels, and outlets (equipment and wiring) within the designated abatement area, including from ceiling surfaces.” (SoW para., 3.1.)

1. Is Abatement contractor responsible for waste sampling and characterization for profile and disposal?

A: Yes. Please refer to SoW para., 3.4.3. “The contractor shall be responsible for representative sampling and analysis of waste generated during this project.”

1. Section L indicates all bid paperwork to be sent via electronic transmission. From SF1442 BOX 13 A references sealed offers at 10AM on July28. Please confirm that electronic submittal is the preferred method to submit the bid.

A: All submissions must be sent electronically.

1. Can you please provide the information that the carpet suppliers are requesting, carpet weight, carpet weaves, and carpet backing material, and style at a minimum?

A: The contractor’s scope is limited to only abatement, demolition and removal as stated in the scope of work.

1. Can you please share existing /as-built architectural or engineering drawings available for Bldg. 241?

A: Due to the size of the attachments, as-builts can be requested via email to the contract specialist and the contracting officer the documents will be delivered via DoD Safe.

1. Section M outlines evaluation under Factor 1: Technical Acceptability, but Section L does not provide specific submission instructions. Could you please clarify what is required for this section?

A: All submissions must be sent electronically. IAW Section M of the solicitation, for technical acceptability, offerors must submit a Course of Action with the ability to conform to the Statement of Work and a proposed schedule. There is no specific format required.

1. Could you kindly provide the site visit attendee list or sign-in sheet?

A: The sign-in sheet has been uploaded on SAM.gov.

1. The only way to remove Lead Paint from Drywall is to remove the Drywall. There is no rebuild scope to replace with new Drywall. Please confirm that Lead Painted Drywall from Samples P7 is to be removed and new Drywall is not being installed.

A: Yes, demo it and do not put in new drywall.

1. Can you please clarify if the paint on the walls is in fact to be completely removed throughout, or just chipping and peeling?

A: Any area that was identified as having unsafe levels of lead paint should be completely removed.

1. What is the wall height?

A: Please refer to As-builts. As-builts can be requested via email to the contract specialist and the contracting officer and the documents will be delivered via DoD Safe.

1. Lead paint is present on the door trim…is that to be removed in its entirety, or just chipping and peeling?

A: If it is positive for lead, please completely remove it. “Lead abatement on the exterior doors will be on the interior and exterior surfaces to include the frames.” (SoW para., 3.1.)

1. The report also shows Green Ceramic Tile to contain lead. Is that to be removed also and if so, where is that located? Is that floor or wall tile?

A: Green ceramic tile will not be part of the demo project.

1. Do you have any interior photos of the work area? If no photos are available, can a site visit be possible?

A: No photos are being provided, and a visit was already conducted.

36: The RFP specifications mention requirements for Shaw carpet, but he does not see an option for brand name or equal and there are not salient characteristics.

A: The contractor’s scope is limited to only abatement, demolition and removal as stated in the scope of work.

37: The carpet suppliers are requesting a sample of the existing carpet to determine carpet weight, carpet weaves, and carpet backing. Is it possible for me to come by and get a 1sq.ft. sample.

A: The contractor’s scope is limited to only abatement, demolition and removal as stated in the scope of work.

38: If a sample is not available. Can you please provide the information that the carpet suppliers request, carpet weight, carpet weave, and carpet backing material, and style at a minimum? This would be in a complete specification of specifications: Section 09 68 00, for the last remodel, and not in the As-builts.

A: The contractor’s scope is limited to only abatement, demolition and removal as stated in the scope of work.