Att J-13_Seed Project Site Visit Requests For Information and Solicitation Q and A.pdf

# QUESTIONS ANSWERS

1 Sections L&M do not require a 15% Design submission. The SOO requires a 15% design submission. The Att J-9 Seed Project Floor Plan is a 35% design and more than enough to accurately estimate the seed project. Do the contractors need to present “another” 35% A/E plan re-drawing the Air Forces Plans?

the intent was for the SEED project to be a partial design build since a 15% design is in RFP package. We are looking for the contractor’s to all provide proposals based off that design effort and a design analysis not a 35% design, that would come after the award from the selected contractor. A new SOO based on this project utilizing a Partial Design- Build Effort was REV 10.10.24

2 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (a) Demolition Subparagraph Irem #1 Existing ACT ceiling to be demolished and provide new suspended, 3 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (a) Demolition Subparagraph Irem #1 indicates the entrance door to remain, yet Construction Item (b) #2 indicated the existing entrance door, frame, and hardware to be replaced with a new fire rated door & frame that includes compatible vision glass does not compromise the fire rating of the door with a new classroom function lockset to match the new storeroom function lockset. These paragraphs conflict – please provide clarification of either keeping or replacing the door/frame and hardware. Also, is an ABA/ADA compliant closer or any other hardware required – please confirm.

Existing Entry door to be replaced as per Construction Item (b) #2 with ADA Compliant Hardware. The new door, vision panel, frame and hardware must match existing fire-rating and building standard type and finish as well meeting ADA compliancy. New Hardware to contain at a minimum new lockset, closer, overhead door stop, hinges, kickplates on both sides, door silencers, ADA compliant threshold (Design-Build).

4 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (b) Construction Subparagraph #3 indicates slip-resistant floor tile and integral base throughout and on plumbing wall, above counter, up to new upper cabinets or ceiling, for the entire length of the wall.

Please confirm that slip-resistant tile is not to be installed on the walls & backsplash.

Provide type and extent of wall tile to be provided. Confirm if any type of crack isolation or waterproof membrane is required to be installed over the slab prior to installation of the new tile floor finish.

Correct, slip-resistant tile is not be installed on the walls and backsplash.

Wall and Backsplash Tile to be ceramic "subway tile" size (Design- Build). Yes crack and isolation as well as a waterproof membrane shall be installed over the slab as per the TCNA standard details.

5 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (b) Construction Subparagraph #1 indicates moisture resistant gypsum board to be installed, yet Subparagraph #3 indicated some sort of tile to be installed. Please clarify which backer material is the be provided and installed behind the tile – moisture resistant gypsum wall board or tile backer board.

Moisture Resistant Gypsum Board must be installed as the substrate behind all wall and backsplash tile.

6 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (b) Construction Subparagraph #3 indicates to provide corner guards on all outside drywall corners. Please confirm material and size of corner guards.

Corner Guards to be stainless steel, 36".

7 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (b) Construction Subparagraph #6 indicates to and install 18” deep laminate shelves. Please confirm if they will be fixed or adjustable and the quantity required.

Drawing SK-1 calls for (4) equally spaced, equally spaced fixed shelves (Design-Build).

8 SOO Page 4 of 25 - 1.2.3.2 Architectural (b) Construction Subparagraph #3 indicates to provide a new fire extinguisher. Please extinguisher type and size.

Fire extinguisher to be 10lb. / UL rated 4-A, 80-B-C.

FY25 MACC SEED Project Requests for Information and Solicitation Q&A

9 SOO Page 5 of 25 – 1.2.3.2 Mechanical and Plumbing (a) Demolition (2) indicates the existing bathroom exhaust venting to remain but with new controls at 48” a.f.f.

including a new grille over the exhaust fan. Under 1.2.3.2 Architectural (a) Demolition Subparagraph 1 indicates the removal of exhaust venting. Please clarify if exhaust ductwork is to be removed and if the exhaust fan is to remain.

Mechanical and Electrical Design-Build.

10 SOO Page 6 of 25 - 1.2.3.3 Electrical (a) Demolition Subparagraph (1) indicated removal of the exhaust fan power circuit. This indicates the exhaust fan unit is to be removed, but SOO Page 5 of 25 1.2.3.2 Mechanical and Plumbing (a) Demolition Sub-Paragraph (2) indicates to provide a new grille over the exhaust fan. This statement indicated the exhaust fan to remain and conflicts with the statement above.

Please clarify the Government’s intent.

The existing power circuit will need to be removed as required because the existing controls are on a wall that will be removed. The intent of reusing the existing ductwork and exhaust fan with new grille is to provide venting for the new Kitchenette. Location of controls and type to be Design-Build.

11 SOO Page 7 of 25 – 1.2.3.3. Electrical (b) Construction Subparagraph #7 indicates to provide and install a new light-fan combo at concrete plan ceiling including new code compliant wiring, electrical box and wire molding conduit. Please clarify what type of fan/light is to be provided?

Mechanical and Electrical Design-Build.

12 Will there be any additional site restrictions to performing work within the building? The facility will be occuppied throughout construction.

13 Existing exhaust fan ducting was unable to be referenced during the site visit, can you please provide ducting layout?

See Existing Drawings provided.

14 There is an existing wall between the bedroom, bathroom, and entry area. It is noted to remove the existing walls and install a bulkhead. As shown on the proposed floor plan, the bulkhead is shown only extending at one location between what is now the bedroom and bathroom/lobby area. The SOW does not address the removal of the gypsum ceiling in the bathroom area. Should a bulkhead be maintained at the location of the demising wall between the bathroom and lobby area to maintain the gypsum ceiling from the bathroom or shall this ceiling be removed and replaced with ACT?

Yes the bulkhead to be be maintained and extended / reconfigured as required (Design-Build). The ceiling area of the Existing Entry, Hall, Closets and Bathroom to have a suspended, painted gypsum board ceiling (Design-Build). No ACT ceiling to be used.

15 It is stated that the existing exhaust fan is to remain with new controls to be installed, given that this exhaust fan was previously for bathroom exhaust what will its new purpose be?

The intent is for the exhaust fan to help provide additional ventilation for the space.

16 Is the bulletin board to be provided and installed by the contractor? Yes.

17 What walls are determined to be fire rated walls? What is their fire rating? See Existing Drawings provided.

18 What shall be the fire rating requirement for the new entrance door? Match Existing Rating.

19 What walls are identified to be load bearing? The plumbing wall side is not load-bearing. The other demising wall is load bearing. See Existing Drawings provided.

20 What shall the depth of the new soffit be above the kitchen cabinets? Soffit depth to match the width of the counter below at a minimum to allow new lighting at soffit for the counter below (Design-Build).

21 SOW 1.2.3.2 (b3); is the governments intention to have the integral base tile extend up the chase wall as a tile backsplash or to have a different tile utilized as a wall tile backsplash? Will the backsplash be required to be installed behind all cabinets/countertop or abut the edges?

Wall and backsplash tile to be different than floor tile. Backsplash tile to abut edges of cabinets and counter. All tile to be installed per TCNA standard details. Provide sealant at all edges.

22 SOW 1.2.3.2. (b4); shall the gypsum ceiling be removed from the bathroom area and ACT ceiling extended?

Gypsum ceiling to remain.

23 SOW 1.2.3.2 (b5); Does the government wishes to use stainless steel cabinets and countertops for this project in lieu of the base standards as per the JBMDL IFS? If so, would it be categorized under section E06.1.4 of the IFS (group 3) or section E06.2.5 (groups 1, 2, and 3)?

Stainless Steel Cabinets required by User.

24 SOW 1.2.3.2 (b9); Will a FPE be required for the electrical range? Yes.

25 SOW 1.2.3.2 (b9); The SOW appears to interchange between commercial requirements and residential requirements while utilizing residential canister mounted fire extinguishers at the electric range hood. Will this project be required to meet commercial or residential requirements?

a. Will the range hood cannister mounted fire extinguishers be acceptable per JBMDL Fire Department?

First Floor Kitchenette is protected with hood cannister fire extinguisher. This not a commercial kitchen. The new range must be residential type that limits the maximum temperature to 662 F (350 C) -

IAW UFC 3-600-01, 34-3.

26 SOW 1.2.3.2 (b9); It is the governments intent to have a built-in ice maker internal to the unit or a water/ice dispenser on the door? Will water filtration be required?

Either option is fine and the selection made during the proposal phase should be explained in the design analysis.

27 SOW 1.2.3.2 (b11); What is the make/model of existing signage for the building standards?

Match existing (Design-Build).

28 Is the ceiling in the existing bedroom area concrete deck or GWB? Concrete deck repainted.

29 Can you please provide as-built documents to include electrical, fire alarm, fire suppression, and HVAC?

See Existing Drawings provided.

30 Where can the cable outlet be fed from for the new TV location? Design-Build.

31 Will the new range hood and cannisters require any integration with the fire alarm system?

No.

32 Who will be responsible for fire alarm programming? General Contractor / Fire Alarm Sub-Contractor (Design-Build).

33 Can you please provide a reference copy for the sustainable design reporting? Disregard Section 1.2.6 in the revised SOO. It has been removed from the SOO. See revised SOO dated 10-10-24 provided.

34 Will life cycle cost analysis be applicable to this seed project as noted in SOO 1.2.8 and 1.2.9?

No, life cycle cost analysis is not required, pargraphs 1.2.7, 1.2.8 and

1.2.9 have been crossed out on the updated project SOO to remove any confusion. See revised SOO dated 10-10-24 provided.

35 Will A/E cost estimates be required for this project? Yes.

36 Will mechanical fittings be acceptable for use on this project? Design-Build.

37 Will a temporary toilet be required for this TORFP? Yes.

38 Is the seed project for this contract a full design-build effort or shall this be considered a partial design-build effort per the JBMDL MACC Statement of Work?

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

39 Is a full time Superintendent be required for each task order under this contract or can the superintendent perform supervision on multiple projects simultaneously?

The Contractor shall be responsible for his quality control at all times. A specific individual shall be designated as the Contractor’s quality control inspector and identified to the COTR at the pre- construction conference. The QC manager shall be a construction person with a minimum of five (5) years in related work. This QC manager shall complete quality control inspection of each work site on a daily basis and be available, on base, for immediate response to any given work site during working hours.

40 Per JBMDL – Statement of Work 4.3 and 4.6 conflict on requirements for dumpsters, please confirm if dumpsters must be enclosed for all Task orders within temporary construction fencing or if they are allowed to be outside of the fencing.

Dumpsters must be located within contractor laydown area that must be fenced IAW with MACC SOW paragraph 4.6.

41 Per JBMDL – Statement of Work, will contractor dumpsters be required to be emptied once per week, adding substantial costs, or will they only be required to be emptied when full?

Once per week or when full.

42 Referencing Att J-10_Seed Project Statement of Objectives Section 1.2.3 Description of Service – Please provide the JBMDL-Lakehurst Architectural Compatibility Guide Standards information.

JBMDL IFS Vol 3 attached to Amended Solicitation.

43 Can you please confirm if the plumbing is cast iron or if it is PVC? Plumbing stacks are cast iron. Verify in field.

44 Please clarify the completion time for the seed project. The date on SOO says

Design Period of Performance (POP): will be 100 days; Construction Period of Performance (POP): will be 120 days HOWEVER, the bid schedule says: Design Performance Period: 100 days; Construction Performance Period: 180 days

180 days.

45 Statement of Work 4.3.3 states that the Contractor shall presume materials contain asbestos in facilities built prior to 1990 and prepare cost proposal accordingly. How are the costs to be reconciled if the materials encountered are not ACM containing?

There will be a negotiated Mod to the contract as needed.

46 Attachment J-10 1.9.1 calls for a 15% Conceptual design to be completed and submitted as part of the proposal. Is the 15% Design Analysis called for in Attachment C-1 SOW to be part of this submission?

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

47 Attachment C-1 Statement of Work Section 01600 2.6.3 required the Contractor to have access to professional advisors that can visit the jobsite within 48 hours of notification of a specific technical issue. Can these advisors be part of the task order’s design team?

Yes.

48 Statement of Work Section 01000 indicates a critical path schedule is required. Is there a preferred software that the Contractor should use, and should a PDF and schedule file version be submitted?

IAW MACC SOW 8.1 the schedule must be on an AF 3064 in PDF format, if software files as backup to the 3064 those should be in Microsoft Project.

49 Do the Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals? Contractor must meet all construction oversight/QC requiremnts outlined in the MACC SOW.

50 Are there any phasing requirements? How many people will be in the building? Are there any temporary heating/cooling requirements?

Building will remain occupied during construction. Temporay heating and cooling in Room 420 to be determined by the Contractor based on material installation and curing.

51 Can the period of performance be extended after award once the material/equipment lead times are confirmed due to current market conditions for the equipment for this project?

Period of Performance extended to 180 days. See item #44 above.

52 Sketch provided (SK-1) notes to demo existing bathroom walls and finishes but does not mention existing bathroom hard ceiling. SOO 1.2.3.2 Architectural B4 notes that area covered in ACT to remain the same including location of existing bulkhead.

Our interpretation is that the existing bulkhead would be extended to the new kitchen cabinet soffit and the new ACT ceiling will be installed from the interior wall to the bulkhead and the area from the bulkhead to the exterior window wall will be the existing exposed plank ceiling. Please confirm.

See items #2 and #14 above. Yes plank ceiling will be exposed from bulkhead and soffit to the exterior wall. Existing plank ceiling to be patched as required and repainted.

53 Please provide clarification on whether or not tile should be indicated on walls, above stainless-steel countertop:

- According to SOO Page 4 of 25, calls for the Provide and install all new finishes to include slip-resistant tile floor and integral base throughout and on plumbing wall, above counter, up to new upper cabinets or ceiling, for entire length of wall.

Typically, we would specific some sort of ceramic tile, not porcelain tile (plus there is a difference between floor specific and wall specific tile). Or would a stainless-steel backsplash to match wall and base cabinets be preferred.

See items #4, #5 and #21 above. The counter top is solid surface and the cabinets are stainless steel. No porcelain tile. Yes floor and wall tile to be different.

54 Please provide clarification on the exhaust fan located within the existing bathroom:

- According to SOO Page 4 of 25, under Demolition #1 calls for the removal of exhaust venting, “Remove existing plumbing fixtures, lighting, exhaust venting and accessories in existing bathroom.”

- SOO Page 6 of 25, 1.2.3.2 Mechanical and Plumbing #2 calls for “Existing bathroom exhaust venting to remain but new controls to added 48” max. AFF in addition provide new grill over exhaust fan.”

See items #10 and #15 above.

55 Photos show what appears to be a piece of trim that goes around the room where the walls meet the ceilings. Is this piece of trim to remain? If it is to remain, are we to provide matching trim at any new walls that extend to the ceiling?

Yes. Match existing.

56 Photos show that the interior and exterior CMU walls appear to be furred with a gypsum board finish. Please advise that these walls have been furred and please advise if they have been furred that this existing construction is to remain.

See existing drawings provided. Patching of these walls to match existing.

57 From photos, the interior wall finish appears to be knockdown. Are we to match this same finish on the surface of any new walls?

New plumbing wall to have tile finish or cabinets. Patching, repairing, extending existing walls or new walls such as the closet shall match existing finish.

58 What level of interiors design submittal is expected given the simplicity of the seed project? Can we specify finishes on the design drawings

Finish schedule, as part of the drawings and specifications, is acceptable.

59 What panelboard will the new cooking range and microwave be powered from? Design-Build.

60 Is there adequate capacity in the existing panelboard to power the new electric range and microwave?

Design-Build.

61 Where is the termination point for the new cable TV cabling? Design-Build. Verify in field.

62 Please provide the latest JB MDL architectural design guide See JBMDL Design Guide for Lakehurst provided.

63 Are building as-builts available? See existing drawings provided.

64 Given the scale of the seed project, confirm sustainable design reports are not required for the seed project. Para 1.2.6 Sustainable Design Reports, Att J-10 Seed Project Statement of Objectives (SOO)

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

65 Given the scale of the seed project and the project is utilizing an existing fan coil unit, confirm a life cycle cost analysis is not required for the seed project. (Para

1.2.8 Life Cycle Cost analysis, Att J-10 Seed Project Statement of Objectives)

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

66 Given the scale of the seed project, confirm a Draft DD Form 1354 is not required for the seed project. Para 1.2.11 Prepare Draft DD Form 1354, Att J-10 Seed Project Statement of Objectives

The 1354 is required as per the task order SOO and the MACC SOW.

67 Provide the designer checklist to be used for the seed project. Para 1.6.8 Design Checklist, Att J-10 Seed Project Statement of Objectives

The designer checklist is created and completed by the AE completing the design for this contract.

68 Define the hard copy requirement for as-builts. Para 1.13 As-builts, Att J-10 Seed Project Statement of Objectives

The Contractor shall maintain “As-Built” record drawings on job site and provide “As-Built” draft and final drawings at completion of project per MACC Statement of Work Section 01400 GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS paragraph 16.0. “As-Built” final drawings shall be submitted by hard copy and electronically via pdf and using Autodesk AutoCAD Software.

69 1.2.3.2 Architectural -b -2- “Existing entrance door, frame, and hardware to be replaced with a new fire rated door & frame that includes compatible vision glass that does not compromise the fire rating of the door with new classroom function lockset to match new building standard -Please confirm the specification for Entrance door.

See response item #3 above. Design-Build

70 The material for the Kitchen Cabinets and Countertop; is it Solid Surface or Stainless Steel as mentioned in the Statement of Objectives

Counter is Solid Surface. All Cabinets are Stainless-Steel.

71 Are we replacing the existing ceiling fan with Light near exterior wall? It is not shown on SK-1 demo or new layout but it is required under SOO-1.2.3.3.b.7.

Yes. New Fixture to be Design-Build.

72 SOO, 1.2.3.2 Architectural: a. Demolition, 1. Says, “Entrance door and fire rated unit demising walls to remain.” However, b. Construction 2. Says “Existing entrance door, frame and hardware to be replaced…”. Additionally, drawing 2/A-101 Demo / Existing Floor Plan says, “REMOVE EXISTING ENTRY DOOR” and drawing 3/A- 101 Proposed Floor Plan says, “PROVIDE NEW ENTRANCE DOOR W/FIRE-

RATED VISION PANEL TO MAINTAIN DOOR & FRAME RATING AND

MATCH BUILDING STANDARD FOR STYLE & FINISH.” Please confirm entry door, frame and hardware is to be replaced?

Yes - Entry door, frame and hardware to be replaced. See response to Item #3 above. Design-Build.

73 3/A-101 Says “EXISTING EXHAUST FAN TO REMAIN W/NEW CONTROLS.”

What type of controls? Temp? Humidity? Range Hood?

On/Off Switch at ADA height and ADA type for the existing bathroom fan and ductwork.

74 According to the Statement of Objectives (SOO) 1.1 General Scope, “This Task Order requires the Contractor’s Full Design-Build Effort (FD-B) as defined in the MACC Statement of Work Section 01000 General Contract Requirements paragraph

1.3.2.1. This paragraph states the Contractor shall be required to provide “a SOW and complete 10% design (as defined under design levels) along with their bid.

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

75 Additionally, the SOO General Scope also says, “The Contractor shall prepare a Statement of Work and complete 15% conceptual design along with their bid, as described in the MACC Statement of Work Section 01400 GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS paragraphs 4.0 through 4.6. These sections describes the 4.0 Conceptual Design/15% Design as :

a. 4.1. Environmental Analysis for Initial ‘Concept’ Design / 15% Design

b. 4.2 ‘Concept’ Design / 15% Design “ …is a requirement for TORFP submission only” and “Completion of 15% including drawings, design analysis and outline specifications will approximate this percentage of the total design effort”

c. 4.3 Design Analysis where it includes “narrative, product literature, and other descriptive catalog cut sheets” and “Calculations shall be limited to analysis of Life Safety Code evaluations in support of Exiting and Fire Protection.”

d. 4.4 15% Drawings;

i. Basic project site plan

ii. Basic building floor plans, sections and elevations.

e. 4.5 Project Schedule

f. 4.6 Total Cost

- The MACC Statement of Work Section 1.3.3 Ordering Procedures, paragraph 2, TO Proposals says, “In response to TORFPs, Contractors shall submit a TO Proposal that includes price proposals, consisting of completing the Government provided Price Schedule. In addition, as requested provide a Schedule of Values that follows Construction Specifications Institute format.”

- Section 1.9.1 “Pre-Bid and 15% Conceptual Design of the SOO says, ”See MACC Statement of Work Section 01400 General Design Requirements paragraph 4.0” as well, and then Item C specifically says, “The proposal must include detailed narrative for all proposed work, systems, and components for (but not limited to);

civil environmental fire protection & life safety architectural structural

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

76 SOO, 1.6.5, Please confirm that the A&E “Construction Cost Estimate” described in this section is not required to be submitted with our bid.

Assumption is not correct. "Construction Cost Estimate" to be submitted.

77 15% drawing included within the RFP package appears to adequately documents the work, with the exception of casework elevations. Would casework elevations be sufficient to meet this requirement?

See revised SOO dated 10-10-24.

78 Written CSI/UFGS Specifications - Can notes on drawings suffice No. Specifications are required.

79 Comprehensive Interior Design (CID) - Can government select finishes from contractor submitted samples?

Yes.

80 Structural Interior Design - Can government select finishes from contractor submitted samples?

Yes.

81 Fire Protection Engineering - Can modifications to fire alarm and fire suppression systems be deferred to installing contractor?

Yes - Design-Build.

82 Please confirm that the offeror can select the brands/models for appliances to be installed so long as they meet the parameters cited.

Yes - appliances can be selected by offeror subject to Government approval. See additional information on range in item #25 above.

83 Is a similar wall texture which is found on the existing walls to be applied onto the new wall being constructed?

New plumbing wall to have tile finish or cabinets. Patching, repairing, extending existing walls or new walls such as the closet shall match existing finish.

84 What is the fire rating on the existing door frame to the unit? The stamp was painted over at the site visit.

See existing drawings provided.

85 Can you specify what paint base is to be used for the primer and painting done within the kitchenette?

Please clarify "paint base". Water based paint is acceptable.

Design-Build.

86 Can you specify the composition of the corner guards you would like install at all outside corners?

Stainless Steel. See item #6 above.

87 Can you specify the composition of the corner guards you would like install at all outside corners?

Stainless Steel. See item #6 above.

88 Can you specify whether the shelves in the new pantry closet are to be adjustable, or fixed units?

Fixed. See item #7 above.

89 Can you specify the size of the fire extinguisher to be wall mounted? See item #8 above.

90 Is the new proposed sink and corresponding countertop area to be ADA compliant? No.

91 Can you specify the finish covering at the pipe chase? Tile or cabinets over new moisture resistant gypsum board.

92 Can you specify the minimum requirements for the new floor tile in the kitchenette? Ceramic, ADA slip-resistant. Design-Build.

93 Can you specify a quantity and type of lights in the ACT area? No ACT - Light quanity and type to be Design-Build.

94 Can you specify a quantity of recessed lights in the soffit? Design-Build.

95 Can you specify the type of "cable" needed for the tv? Design-Build.

96 Can access be provided to dorm rooms that share electric with proposed kitchen? Yes. As required. Design Build.

97 Notes on the drawing indicate the bathroom exhaust fan is to remain with new controls; however, the narrative says to remove the exhaust fan. Can you specify whether the exhaust is to remain or be removed?

See items #10 and #15 above.

98 Please confirm that ACT will be installed at the existing height if 8'. We are to continue the existing bulkhead across the entire room, and the ACT is existing at the bottom edge of the bulkhead, at 8' AFF.

No ACT. See items #2, #14 and #52 above.

99 The existing walls to remain have a textured finish on them, are we to match the textured finish on the new walls?

New plumbing wall to have tile finish or cabinets. Patching, repairing, extending existing walls or new walls such as the closet shall match existing finish.

100 We were not able to ascertain the fire rating stamp on the entry door frame, as it was painted over. Can you please confirm the fire rating for the door and frame?

See existing drawings provided.

101 At the pipe chase to the right of the entry door; there's a note to "provide and install a new fin. covering." How should we define fin. covering? Drywall, frp, finished wood material?

Tile or cabinets over new moisture resistant gypsum board.

102 Should all seed project information, such as the schedule and 25% design information, be included in Volume III of the proposal? If so, is there any page limitations for Volume III?

Per Att J-7, Section L and M, section L 2.2.3.1, all CLINs shall be priced in accordance with Att J-8_Seed Project Bid Schedule; otherwise, your proposal will be deemed non-responsive.

103 Attachment J-7, Section L-2.2.1.3 & L-2.2.1.5 requires SF30 and Representations and Certifications to be included in Volume I. Volume III- Price, subsections L-

2.2.3.3 - L2.2.3.4 refer to Form SF1142 and Representations and Certifications too.

Should this information appear in both, Volume I and Volume III or just in Volume I?

Please include in Volume I.

104 What if a Government Representative who oversaw one of our past projects is no longer available to complete a PPQ? We have tried to contact our Government representative on multiple occasions to complete a PPQ for the project but with no success. Do you have any recommendations on how we can get a PPQ if the original rep is no longer available?

Recommend reaching out to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist on the project, as they should have a customer POC available to rate the performance.

105 Could you please confirm if we are required to submit three (3) past performances along with the Past Performances Questionnaire only ? As The instructions in Attachment 7- Section L and M, para-L-2.2.2.4 mention that the evaluation will consider information about predecessor companies, key personnel with relevant experience, or subcontractors performing major aspects of the requirement.?

Past Performance Questionnaire’s should accompany any past performance submitted and shall, per Att J-7, Section L and M, section L 2.2.2.4, be submitted by the customer whom the work was performed for.

106 Will the evaluation focus solely on completed projects, or can ongoing projects also be relevant for submission?

Per Att J-7, Section L and M, section M 3.1.1, to be determined recent, offerors may submit up to three (3) project references that have been awarded, completed, or are ongoing within five (5) years from the date of this solicitation (SF 1442 Block 3). Past performance information that does not meet this requirement will not be evaluated.

107 Are offers to be submitted electronically or hand delivered? Electronically to the CS – William.Kearns.4@us.af.mil and the CO – Dana.Wright.6@us.af.mil

108 Are the completion of the PPQ’s relevant to satisfy sections L-2.2.2.2; L-2.2.2.3 and L-2.2.2.4 or should these sections be considered (3) different items to submit.

Completion of PPQ’s will satisfy the requirement under stated paragraphs

109 How many Past Performance Questionnaires are required for review? The Government is requesting at least 3 PPQs.

110 Will all cost proposals be required to be submitted on the AF Form 3052 or will alternate bid sheets be acceptable so long as they meet the requirement of providing full CSI division breakdown? Will the AF Form 3052 be utilized as a cover sheet for a detailed bid proposal on contractor form?

Per Att J-7, Section L and M, section L- 2.2.3.1 Price Information: A total price breakdown is required to be submitted via Att J-8 “Seed Project Bid Schedule”. Prices shall not extend past the second decimal point for unit and extended amounts. The proposed price shall include all personnel, supplies, services, management, overhead, other directs costs, G&A, and profit to fulfill the contractual requirements of the SOW and any attachments.

111 Can the page limit of Volume II be extended as this is a design build effort and the Sow and Analysis will exceed that page limit.

Page limit can be extending within reason.

112 Referencing Section B of the Solicitation Form – Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs, please clarify if the schedule needs to be filled out and submitted along with our proposal, and if so – please clarify what information you are looking to see regarding the “Unit Price” and “Amount” Columns?

Per Att J-7, Section L and M, section L- 2.2.3.1 Price Information: A total price breakdown is required to be submitted via Att J-8 “Seed Project Bid Schedule”. Prices shall not extend past the second decimal point for unit and extended amounts. The proposed price shall include all personnel, supplies, services, management, overhead, other directs costs, G&A, and profit to fulfill the contractual requirements of the SOW and any attachments.

113 Referencing Att J-7_Section L and M, Section L-2.2.2.2 – Will CPARs satisfy the requirements of this section? If not, is additional information required to satisfy the requirements of this section?

The Government will pull CPARS separately. In referencing Section L- 2.2.2.2, : Provide any information currently available (letters, metrics, customer surveys, independent surveys, etc.) which demonstrates customer satisfaction with overall job performance and quality of completed product for relevant past efforts/contracts (similar in scope and magnitude of effort and complexities this solicitation requires).

114 Referencing Att J-7_Section L and M, Section L-2.2.2.6 – It is our intent as Prime contractor to subcontract with an architectural firm for all design aspects, please confirm if a letter of consent is required for architectural design firms?

Per Att J-7_Section L and M, Section L-2.2.2.6, provide with the proposal a letter from all subcontractors that will perform major or critical aspects of the requirement, consenting to the release of their past performance information to the prime contractor.

115 As per statement of objectives, pre-proposal site visits are mandatory for this project. Can you please confirm all bidders who did not attend the pre-proposal site visit will be precluded from bidding on this effort?

Bidders who did not attend the pre-proposal site visit will be deemed ineligible.

116 Section L under Solicitation FA448424R0017 states a Bid Bond/potential Payment Bond will be required for the seed project and subsequent Orders – please confirm the bid bond percentage?

Per FAR 28.101-2(b) the bid guarantee amount shall be at least 20 percent of the bid price but shall not exceed $3 million.

117 In what volume should offerors include the offer guarantee? Volume I.

118 Section L-2.2.2.4 states relevant contracts include projects of a minimum award value of $100k. Can the government clarify if there is a maximum award value for a relevant contract?

No max value on relevancy.

119 Section L-2.2.2.4 Performance Questionnaires states questionnaires are to be submitted by the rater. Can the government clarify if the offeror is to also include a copy of the performance questionnaires in the proposal?

PPQs are to be emailed directly to William.Kearns.4@us.af.mil and Dana.Wright.6@us.af.mil by the customer/rater NLT than the Proposal due date.

120 Is there a specific bid bond form required? Who is the bond to be made payable to? Standard Form 24. Coordinate with your surety company.

121 SOO Part 1 Item 1.1 General Scope. Please advise which Volume we are to include the prepared Statement of Work and 15% conceptual design. Are these considered “attachments” per paragraph L-2.2.3.1 Price Information and to be placed in Volume III Price?

Volume I

122 SOO Paragraph 1.6.5 (Format) calls for separation of construction and repair costs.

Our assumption is everything is construction. What delineates repair costs and is this required in the proposal or afterward?

This is a Construction Project.

123 Per M-2 Factors regarding relative importance and M-3 Evaluation process, it states:

Among the evaluation factors considered in the trade off decision, past performance is significantly more important than cost or price considerations. The evaluation process shall begin with a compliance review of up to (5) of the lowest priced offers to verify all proposals conform to the administrative requirements set forth in Section L, Paragraph L-2: a) If the past performance is more important than price, why is the Government going to evaluate the offers by lowest price first? This leaves offerors the chance to low ball the estimate for the seed project just like the last MACC contract. How will the Government ensure reasonable pricing as Attachment J-8 Seed Project Bid Schedule does not provide for a full breakdown of labor, material and equipment for each cost item?

The Government starts with lowest priced offerors and will award to the lowest priced offerors who receive a Substantial Confidence Past Performance Rating. Please see Evaluation factors for Past Performance Ratings.

124 Can the Government provide a CSI Form with Division breakdowns that contractors are required to include with their bid to satisfy “The burden of proof for credibility of proposed costs/prices” to ensure fair and reasonable pricing?

The Government does not provide CSI forms with Division Breakdowns.

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