Atch 15 - Bidder Questions and Government Answers.pdf

Invitation For Bid (IFB) Joint Base Langley-Eustis

Solicitation Number: FA480025B0002

Amendment Number: 0006

08 July 2025

Issued By: 633d Contracting Squadron/PKB 14 Burrell Street, Building 67 Joint Base Langley Eustis (JBLE) - Langley, VA 23665

Points of Contacts: Michael Costlow, (757) 764-4902, michael.costlow@us.af.mil; Gayle Blaszak, (757) 764-2771, gayle.blaszak.1@us.af.mil

PROJECT NUMBER: MUHJ 23-4038

PROJECT TITLE: Convert Old Steam Plant, Facility 655

PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT: Provide Government Answers to Bidder Questions and incorporate HAZMAT Report along with Revised Drawing A-701. In addition, this amendment deletes Attachment 13 - Revised Specifications (dated 16 June 2025) and replace it with Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications (dated 2 July 2025); this attachment will include revised Sections 09 29 00 “Gypsum Board,” 10 73 10 “Metal Canopies,” and 14 55 00 “Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors.”

SUBMISSION OF BIDS/BID OPENING: Bids for this project are due to the 633d Contracting Office on 21 July 2025 at 2:00 pm ET.

THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ARE HEREBY PROVIDED:

1. Sheet A-121 references two (2) canopies. Please provide specification.

Answer: See Detail 1 on Drawing A-502.

2. Sheets S-103 & A-101 references a hydraulic lift/equipment elevator. If this is to be provided by the contractor, please provide basis of design and specifications.

Answer: See Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 14 55 00 “VERTICAL

RECIPROCATING CONVEYORS.”

3. Sheet L501 shows 3 sets of tables/chairs. Sheet A401 shows one set. Please clarify which is correct.

Answer: Detail F on Drawing L-501 shows four chairs, not three, and one table. Detail 3, Enlarged North Patio Plan, is the only part of sheet A-401 showing a table and chairs. Not sure where the bidder is getting three sets from, but it is to be assumed one table and four chairs, or one set, is the correct choice.

4. Please indicate which window types are to receive roller window shades.

Answer: Window shades shall be placed on first floor open office area (Room 101) and conference room area (Room 102).

5. Please provide wing dimensions as well as locations for the stainless-steel corner guards.

Answer: 2 inches. See Attachment 17 - Drawing A-701, Finish Schedule Plans and Details.

6. Please provide signage schedule and locations.

Answer: All relevant signage information is included in the bid documents. Please see drawing notes and Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 10 14 00.20 “INTERIOR SIGNAGE” for more information. Please note, all interior rooms require signage at each door.

7. Are Resumes/Certifications, etc. required and needed for the Proposed Personnel portion?

Answer: In accordance with the Solicitation, Section M, Paragraph M-2.4. “Necessary Organization, Experience, Accounting & Operational Controls, and Technical Skills,” the bidder must show proof that the proposed Project Manager, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager/Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) have the minimum years of experience as required. Please provide whatever evidence is available to verify this requirement is met.

8. Are there any page limitations for the different factors? (Past Performance, Proposed Personnel, Technical Approach, etc.)

Answer: There are no page limitations for the required factors of this solicitation.

9. Are full summaries of Past Performance required? (Scope, Relevancy, etc?) Or are just the contact/task order number, start / completion dates and final contract cost required?

Answer: In accordance with the Solicitation, Section M, Paragraph M-2.2. “Satisfactory Past Performance,” the bidder is not required to provide any past performance information; the Government will perform queries of required systems in making this responsibility determination. However, if the bidder would like to provide any information on this standard, please provide the contract/task order number, final contract cost, and summary of the project and any significant events that the bidder wishes to be considered.

10. Do the corresponding CPARS to submitted Past Performance projects need to be included in the Proposal Binder Submission? Or will these be referenced and reviewed straight through the CPARS database from the Contract/Task Order provided on the Past Performance information?

Answer: In accordance with the Solicitation, Section M, Paragraph M-2.2. “Satisfactory Past Performance,” the bidder is not required to provide any past performance information; the Government will utilize databases such as CPARS and SAM.gov to make this responsibility determination. However, if the bidder provides a contract/task order that they wish to be considered, the Government will conduct its review directly from the database. Please also refer to Question Number 09 for additional past performance instructions.

11. Sheet S-001helical Pile Note #4 states the piles to have a galvanized coating. Is it permissible for the piles to have a polymer coating?

Answer: Must keep galvanized coating, in accordance with the contract documents.

12. Please confirm basis of bid for the helical piles is to be 35’?

Answer: In accordance with Drawing, Sheet S-001, Helical Pile (Screw) Note #7: “BASE

BID LENGTH MUST BE 25-35 FEET IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE

GEOTECHNICAL REPORT.”

13. The drawings issued with this solicitation are ½ size drawings. Please issue a full-size set of drawings for this project.

Answer: The full-sized drawings were incorporated into Amendment 0003, dated 4 June 2025, as “Attachment 10 - Drawings_24x36_MUHJ 23-4038, Convert Old Steam Plant, Facility 655.”

14. Please confirm that the only pricing form to be submitted is Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs with our proposal.

Answer: Soliciation, Section B, which documents the Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN), is developed by the Government. Please provide your pricing by utilizing Attachment 14 - AF Form 3052, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown, for the required work.

15. We respectfully request that a secure electronic submission method be authorized in lieu of hand delivered proposals.

Answer: No, electronic bids. All bids for this requirement must be hand delivered or mailed to 633 Contracting Squadron/PKB, ATTN: Michael Costlow/Gayle Blaszak at 14 Burrell Street, Building 67 at Joint Base Langley - Eustis (JBLE) - Langley, Air Force Base, Virginia 23665-2088.

16. Amendment 2 changes says: “Bidders are hereby no longer required to submit a minimum of three (3) and maximum of five (5) separate projects, three (3) of which were to be for the Prime bidder.” Please confirm this means we submit zero projects for past experience.

Answer: The Government will conduct its own research of past performance on each bidder via Government databases (CPARS, SAM.gov, etc). However, if your firm would like us to consider additional past performance information, please provide that with your proposal.

17. If the project requirement was removed, please confirm if we need to submit anything to satisfy “Satisfactory Past Performance.” Or if we should remove this section from our response to the Responsibility Evaluation Factors section.

Answer: It is not necessary to submit anything for L-3.2. and M-2.2. “Satisfactory Past Performance.” However, if the bidder would like to provide any information on this standard, please provide the contract/task order number, final contract cost, and summary of the project and any significant events that the bidder wishes to be considered.

18. With one original and one copy are required, are digital signatures allowed on the original.

Answer: Yes, digital signatures will be accepted.

19. Please confirm Bid Bond is required. It is mentioned in solicitation but not included in the list of what to submit in proposal. If so, please confirm if it is 20% or a different percentage.

Answer: Yes, a bid bond is required in accordance with Solicitation, Standard Form 1442, Block 13(b). Per Federal Acquisition Regulation clause 52.228-1 “Bid Guarantee,” found in Section L of this solicitation, the amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20% of the bid price or $3,000,000.00, whichever is less.

20. Can the superintendent and QCM be the same dual-hatted individual?

Answer: No. However, QCM can also function as the SSHO.

21. Please confirm if we have to submit satisfactory CPARS evaluations?

Answer: In accordance with Solicitation, Section M, Paragraph M-2.2. “Satisfactory Past Performance,” the bidder is not required to provide any past performance information; the Government will utilize databases such as CPARS and SAM.gov to make this responsibility determination.

22. Are there any base access restrictions we should be aware of (e.g., U.S. citizens only) that could impact manpower planning?

Answer: Yes. Foreign National employees MUST be escorted on base, supervised at the jobsite, and escorted back off the installation every day. Prime Contractor Direct Employees can be granted escort authority by submitting an escort request list to the 633d CONS office via email to nathan.kaw-uh@us.af.mil. Escorts will be authorized to oversee up to ten (10) Foreign National employees. Escorts MUST be within the defined work/construction area and have knowledge as to where the Foreign National employees are performing work at all times.

It is the Prime Contractor’s responsibility to submit for base access on behalf of their Foreign National employees (i.e. subcontractors). Prior to submitting for base access, Foreign National employees must provide the Prime Contractor with valid and up to date work authorization documentation. A JBLE Form 1, Base Access Request, must be submitted with E-Verify completed.

NOTE: A detailed brief will be provided at the Pre-Construction Brief.

23. Can you please provide the site visit sign-in sheet?

Answer: Pre-bid site visit sign-in sheet is provided to all offerors as Attachment 12 to Amendment 0004, dated 12 June 2025.

24. For bidding purposes, could you confirm whether the DDC/BAS system is base-wide, and if so, who owns or controls it (e.g., JCI, Siemens, etc.)? Also, is integration required with an existing platform, and is it open protocol (BACnet) or proprietary?

Answer: Yes, Siemens does the controls at Langley. BACnet is the existing platform.

Please note below change to Solicitation, Specification Sections 23 09 00 “INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC” and 23 09 23.02 “BACNET

DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL FOR HVAC AND OTHER BUILDING CONTROL

SYSTEMS”:

For 23 09 00:

1.1 Summary:

New DDC system installed under this project must be fully integrated into the existing base-wide Energy Management & Control System (EMCS) in Facility 328, which is Siemens Desigo CC.

1.1.1 System Requirements:

Langley AFB currently has an existing Siemens Desigo CC base-wide Energy Management & Control System (ECMS). All Building Automation System (BAS) controls installed under this project must be an extension of the Siemens Desigo CC server and communicate directly with the existing EMCS installed in Facility 328 through the COINE network. Using non-compliant systems using the proprietary or third party software and tools, that are not compatible with the existing EMCS, to integrate the local BAS into the base -wide EMCS is not acceptable and is strictly prohibited.

There are other important sections as well related to security:

1.1.1.c Implementation of new BAS and network connection to the existing EMCS must fully comply with the Langley Air Force Base “System Security Plan (SSP) for the Siemens Desigo CC EMCS.

For 23 09 23.02:

1.1.1 System Requirements:

New DDC system installed under this project must be fully integrated into the existing base-wide Energy Management & Control System (EMCS) in Facility 328, which is Siemens Desigo CC.

25. Is there an existing hazardous materials report (asbestos, lead paint, etc.)?

Answer: Yes, refer to the HM Section (H-101 and H-102 especially).

26. Is removal of old steam plant equipment to be treated as salvage, scrap, or hazardous waste?

Answer: This is up to the contractor. For hazardous waste please refer to Attachment 18 – HAZMAT Report. Please refer to Specifications and General Conditions otherwise.

27. 074113 – 2.3.2.3 – Attachment Clips, state the required use of series 300 stainless steel clips. Will the use of steel (NON-stainless steel) clips be allowable? As no galvanic issue are present between steel-to-steel contact.

Answer: Stainless steel clips are required in accordance with the bidding documents.

28. 074113 , 1.8.3 - Metal Roof System Installer Warranty, states installers warranty of five

(5) years, but further in the specs 3.12 WARRANTY, it states “CONTRACTOR'S TWENTY

(20) YEAR NO PENAL SUM WARRANTY FOR NON-STRUCTURAL METAL ROOF

SYSTEM (continued)” then states “…FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS AGAINST

WORKMANSHIP AND MATERIAL DEFICIENCIES”

a. How long is the contractor supposed to carry the contractor’s warranty 5 or 20 years?

Answer: The installer’s warranty must be a minimum of 5 years. The manufacturer’s warranty must be for at least 20 years.

29. Drawing L-10, Landscaping plan shows a plant designated as “PV.” The Plant Schedule of Drawing L-501 does not include the “PV” plant. Please provide description of the “PV” plant.

Answer: PV is listed on Drawing L-501 as ornamental grass.

30. Paragraph L-1.1 states that proposals are to be submitted “hardbound”. Is the use of 3-ring binders acceptable?

Answer: Yes.

31. Paragraph L-3.4 identifies the Project Manager, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager/Site Safety and Health Officer. This paragraph identifies three (3) separate individuals. However, Paragraph 1.6.2.1, Section 01 45 00, states that the Quality Control Manager may perform the duties of the Superintendent. Are three (3) separate individuals required as stated in Paragraph L-3.4 or are just two (2) individuals required as stated in Paragraphs 1.6.1 and 1.6.2.1 of Section 01 45 00?

Answer: Quality Control Manager and Superintendent must be two separate individuals.

However, the Quality Control Manager may also be the Site Safety and Health Officer

(SSHO).

32. Sheet A-701. Please provide specification for the ceiling hung acoustical blades.

Answer: See Attachment 17 - Drawing A-701.

33. The specs are calling for DoD minimum on the storefront. Does the interior need to meet the DoD minimum requirements?

Answer: Correct, DoD minimum requirements shall be met.

34. The exterior windows are called out to be Steel Windows. In a previous project, one similar to this one, Building 605, Aluminum Windows were accepted and installed with simulated divided lites. Is this design acceptable in lieu of steel windows? The aluminum window option has a better lead time and a cost savings.

Answer: No, the contractor shall use steel.

35. The glazing performance in Specification 08 81 00 has some confusing numbers. Please confirm the basis of design for the glass.

Answer: Additional specification information is provided in revised Specification Section 08 81 00 found in Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, dated 2 July 2025.

36. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: Are all 48 sheets (including instructions) required to be printed and included in the hardbound proposals that are submitted?

Not all tabs will be filled out, as some divisions will not be used in this estimate.

Answer: Please only print the applicable divisions. The document has been revised and is now Attachment 14.

37. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: The “FILL IN AS REQUIRED” Table on the summary tab states that all shaded areas are either linked or contain formulas.

However, the Division 1 tab has “0%” entered into the corresponding shaded areas, the Division 3 tab has “10%” entered into Subcontractor’s Overhead and Subcontractor’s Profit shaded areas while the Sales Tax shaded area is linked to the summary sheet through a formula, and the rest of the Division tabs have “10%” entered into the Subcontractor’s Profit shaded area while the other shaded areas are actually linked to the summary sheet through a formula. Is it the intention to require all Subcontractor’s profit to be 10% and not correspond to the percentage entered on the Table on the summary sheet?

Answer: No, the values in the AF Form 3052 are simply templates. Please insert Prime Contractor and Subcontractor overhead and profit as wished. The document has been revised and is now Attachment 14.

38. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: The “FILL IN AS REQUIRED” Table on the summary tab in theory should populate the same Overhead and Profit to each Divisional tab, meaning all subcontractors will carry the same Overhead and Profit regardless of trade. Is it the intention to force the same overhead and profit on each individual subcontractor that would like to bid on this job?

Answer: No, the values in the AF Form 3052 are simply templates. Please insert Prime Contractor and Subcontractor overhead and profit as wished. The document has been revised and is now Attachment 14.

39. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: Some Divisions will require more than one subcontractor, so the Subcontractor Overhead and Subcontractor Profit will vary in the same Division tab depending on the trade. Are additional tabs allowed to be added so that each Subcontractor has its own tab and its own respective Overhead and Profit?

Answer: Yes. The document has been revised and is now Attachment 14.

40. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: The Overhead and Profit of a Subcontractor will not likely be given to a prime contractor due to the Subcontractor losing their competitive edge at the time of the bid, thus discouraging several subs to bid on the project all together. We ask that this requirement be waved on the Cost Estimate Breakdown?

Answer: Understood. The requirement is waived. The document has been revised and is now Attachment 14.

41. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: Can edits be made to the formulas in order to have the Table on the Summary sheet correspond to the Division tabs?

Answer: Yes. The document has been revised and is now Attachment 14.

42. Attachment 9, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown: Due to prices coming in late on the day of bid and having to turn this Cost Estimate Breakdown in by hand, we request that Attachment 9 be required 24 hours after the time of bid.

Answer: Bids must be received, in-full, by 21 July 2025 at 2:00 p.m. ET as specified in the Solicitation, Standard Form 1442, Block 13a of Amendment 0006, dated 28 June 2025.

43. TPO roofing is mentioned throughout the drawings. However, there is no spec section.

Please provide TPO specifications.

Answer: Please see Attachment 15 – Revised Specifications, dated 2 July 2025, for Specification Sections 07 22 00 “ROOF AND DECK INSULATION” and 07 54 23 “THERMOPLASTIC POLYOLEFIN (TPO) ROOFING.” These are both new sections and should address the Request for Information (RFI) in question.

44. Would Considerations be made for electronic submission, rather than hand delivery?

Answer: No electronic submissions. All bids for this requirement must be hand delivered or mailed to 633 Contracting Squadron/PKB, ATTN: Michael Costlow/Gayle Blaszak at 14 Burrell Street, Building 67 at Joint Base Langley (JBLE) - Langley, Air Force Base, Virginia 23665-2088.

45. Standing Seam Metal Roof Panels: Would a Sentrigard Metal Roofing Systems 2” Tall Mechanical Lock Seam Panel (ML200) 18” Panel Width be considered for an approved substitution on the metal roof panels? (07 41 13 Metal Roof Panels) Answer: No.

46. The specifications 26 13 00 call for SF6 gas filled gear but the drawings state Eaton oil filled gear. Which is correct?

Answer: The Eaton oil filled gear is correct. The SF6 gas filled gear is not allowed.

47. There also is no call out for the ways in the switchgear. The specification 26 13 00 lists switch ways and VFI ways but the drawings do not have an indication as to how many of each are required?

Answer: Drawing Sheet EP 102 calls for 4 way eaton dead front switch no VFI is required.

48. The specification 26 13 00 calls for Source-Transfer and Fault Detection, Isolation and Restoration. This is typical for switches at sub-stations but not for switches feeding buildings. Is this required?

Answer: Source transfer and fault detection, isolation and restoration are not required.

49. Are there electrical cables in the same manholes we are to pull fiber through?

Answer: There should not be any electrical cables in the comm manholes.

50. Is there a specific area in the manholes where the government wants the fiber to be run?

Answer: All cables shall be racked and installed to industry standards.

51. With the service being removed and replaced does the project require a temp generator until the service is back up?

Answer: Once the service is removed, the contractor will need to provide power for construction. The only power available will be at the 2400 V air switch (until replacement).

52. Will there be a second opportunity for a pre-bid site visit?

Answer: No, there will not be another Pre-bid site visit for this project.

53. Block 13.d on the 1442 issued with the RFP requires a 191-day validity period for offers.

191 days is extraordinarily long for a project of this magnitude given current market volatility due to tariffs and import taxes. Will the government consider a more reasonable validity period, say 90 days?

Answer: Pricing for this project must be honored through 31 December 2025.

54. With respect to item M-2.2, page 36 of 37 of the RFP, must a project submitted for recent and relevant project experience have a CPAR to determine the satisfactory rating or can we also utilize Past Performance Questionnaires previously obtained from clients.

Answer: If you would like to submit a PPQ for a specific project, you are more than welcome. However, in accordance with the Solicitation, Section M, Paragraph M-2.2.

“Satisfactory Past Performance,” the bidder is not required to provide any past performance information; the Government will perform queries of required systems in making this responsibility determination.

55. The RFP seems to require the bid package to be hand delivered. Given the volume of information that is required, will an electronic submission via email be acceptable?

Answer: No. All bids must be provided by hand or mail as specified in Section L of the solicitation.

56. The difference in slab elevations seems to fall along column line A but Detail 2/S302 does not dimension where the edge of slab for the “First Floor” occurs. Please provide this location dimension.

Answer: Please reference Drawing Sheet A-301, Section 1.

57. What is the floor elevation for the Janitor Closet 104?

Answer: Assume Janitor Closet 104 elevation is the same as the rest of the floor.

58. The existing fuel oil day tank contains a fluid and is not identified in the hazardous material information on the drawings. Is this fluid to be considered contaminated with petroleum products and disposed accordingly?

Answer: Yes.

59. Will the government remove the existing furniture and equipment currently being stored in the building prior to commencement of the work.

Answer: Yes, the government will remove this.

60. The drawings to not provide for a schedule for the signs to be provided. Please provide a schedule of signs included with the text for the signs.

Answer: Contractors shall bid on this project in accordance with the bidding documents.

Please see the specialty specification section and drawing notes for more details.

61. Specifications are provided for corner guards, but the locations are not shown on the drawings, thus, they cannot be quantified. Please provide the locations corner guards are to be provided.

Answer: Please see Attachment 17 - Drawing A-701.

62. Please provide a list of Government Provided – Contractor installed equipment (i.e. TV in Rm 101A).

Answer: All equipment government furnished is shown on drawing sheet A-401 government installed.

63. Can windows W1 – W9 be provided in aluminum versus as specified in steel if the same frame profile can be provided in aluminum?

Answer: No, they shall be steel.

64. A “galvanized” coating is specified for the helical piers. Can this coating be substituted to a Polymer coating; this will be a huge savings in cost. Product data for the polymer coating is attached. See Question 64 attachments 1-5.

Answer: Galvanized coating shall be used for the helical piers.

65. During the site visit, we noticed two steel W-section beams that run perpendicular to the roof trusses and beneath the roof trusses. At least one of these beams runs the full length of the building and we cannot determine if the two steel W-section beams provide any structural support to the trusses. Are these two beams to remain in place or are they to be removed with the renovation?

Answer: To remain in place.

66. Has the structural engineer decided to use helical piers as the foundation solution for this project?

Answer: Correct. Please refer to the drawings.

67. Is it permissible for the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to also serve as the Quality Control Manager (QCM)?

Answer: Yes, if they have the correct certifications.

68. Is it a requirement for either the SSHO or the QCM to be present onsite full-time?

Answer: Yes, the SSHO is expected to be on site anytime construction/work is on-going.

Same for the Quality Control Manager. In accordance with Specifications, Section 01 45 00, Paragraph 1.4, “The Quality Control Manager must maintain a physical presence at the work site at all times and is the primary individual responsible for all quality control.”

69. Can the Superintendent fulfill the role of the QCM?

Answer: No.

70. Is there a preferred or mandated third-party inspection agency for conducting special inspections?

Answer: No.

71. Regarding Division 9 – Finished Flooring: Sheets A-403 (Details 4–8) and A-404 (Detail

2) reference non-slip rubber treads and non-slip rubber landing/flooring. However, these items are not listed in the Finish Schedule (A-701) or in the Division 9 Specifications. Should we assume that the rubber treads and landings are not included in the scope of this project?

Answer: See Attachment 17 - Drawing Sheet A-701.

72. This project calls for a TPO flat roof and there is no TPO spec section. Could the Government please provide a spec section to include TPO roofing and Roof Insulation?

Answer: See Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 07 54 23 “THERMOPLASTIC

POLYOLEFIN (TPO) ROOFING”.

73. The Metal Roof Spec Section calls for a watertight warranty of 30 years and a finish warranty of 20 years. Typically it is a 20 years watertight and 30 year finish. Please advise if a 20 year watertight and 30 year finish warranties are acceptable.

Answer: A 30-year warranty is required, in accordance with the specifications.

74. Note F in the Paint Color Notes section of drawing A-701 requires the application of intumescent paint on certain structural steel elements for fireproofing of those steel members. However, section 3 of specification section for painting does not provide for the MPI system of the intumescent paint we are to provide. We request the MPI system for the intumescent paint to include the primer, intermediate coat, and/or top coat.

Answer: Government concurs.

75. The specifications state that the building will be unoccupied during construction but utilities must be changed outside work hours. Please clarify that is correct.

Answer: Outages that will affect other facilities need to be coordinated outside normal working hours. The government will confirm whether or not any specific type of outage will affect other buildings. A minimum of 2-week notice is required to confirm prior to any outage.

76. Due to supply chain issues along with labor shortages, construction material is very volatile at the moment. Please verify if the contractor is to include any additional cost for escalation as the subcontractors do not know until submittals are approved what the actual cost of material will be. If the contractor is to include escalation, please provide a percent that the contractor is to include or please provide an allowance for all material escalation.

Answer: No. There is no allowance for cost escalation.

77. Due to supply chain issues along with labor shortages, delivery of material for construction material can vary widely from system to system. Please verify that if the contractor is not able to get material in time to start the project, the contractor may receive a time extension without the owner accessing liquidated damages for the project. The contractor will not know when the material will be on site until after the submittal process and the order has been placed so there is no way to tell right now what material will be affected, if any.

Answer: Yes, the Government will consider long-lead times on construction material.

However, the contractor should submit known long-lead items upon Notice to Proceed to mitigate potential delays.

78. Please verify that all patching and repairs are shown on the drawings. If there are existing hole, cracks, chips, etc. that need to be repaired and are not shown on the drawings, please provide locations, sizes and counts of each item that the contractor will be required to repair. If this cannot be provided, please provide an allowance that the contractor shall carry in order to account for all patching or repairs.

Answer: In accordance with Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 04 03 00 “CONSERVATION TREATMENT FOR PERIOD MASONRY,” the Contractor is required to engage the services of a Historic Masonry Consultant to determine the means and methods of the masonry restoration work. It is the intent for the masonry restoration to apply to all of the existing exterior masonry and precast to remain. All existing exterior masonry to remain shall be cleaned at a minimum. For bidding purposes provide allowances for the following:

2500 SF of exterior masonry to be repointed.

50 LF of exterior crack repair.

Provide these as separate line items in the schedule of values for tracking after bidding.

79. Please verify that the contractor will not be required to remove/relocate/protect any equipment/furniture. other than what is shown on the drawings. If this is required, please provide a list of equipment and location(s) of the equipment/furniture that the contractor is to protect/relocate/remove. If the equipment/furniture is to be relocated, please provide the temporary location of the equipment/furniture. If the contractor is required to store any equipment/furniture, please provide the location that the contractor may place the temporary storage containers.

Answer: The contractor will not need to move/store/relocate any equipment/furniture for re-installation. Any items that need to be relocated will be done so prior to the start of construction.

80. Please provide all locations of any required safety barriers and signs as required as the owner intents to occupy the building during the course of construction.

Answer: The structure will be unoccupied during construction.

81. Please verify that the contractor is not to include any moisture mitigation in their base bid. If the contractor is to include moisture mitigation, please provide an approximate square footage and a specification for all required moisture mitigation required to ensure compliance.

Answer: The contractor is not required to provide any moisture mitigation.

82. Please verify that all mechanical and electrical testing can be completed by the MEP contractors and a 3rd party testing agency will not be required. If the contractor is required to hire a 3rd party testing agency for testing, please provide the type of test and frequency of all tests required to be completed by a 3rd party.

Answer: A 3rd party testing agency is required for all MEP items. Please refer to relevant specifications on the requirements for this testing.

83. Please verify that the contractor will not be required to provide 3rd party utility locates for this project.

Answer: Contractor will be required to submit for a Dig Permit prior to the start of construction and the Base will mark utilities around the exterior of the building to the extents of the construction as specified in the Construction Documents. Any additional marking of utilities or utility locating inside the structure will not be provided.

84. Please specify what anti-malware software the government would want us to have.

Answer: There is no specific software that must be utilized. However, the contractor must verify that all documents are checked for any type of virus or other defects before submitting them to the Government.

85. Please verify if the contractor is to include builder's risk insurance for this project.

Answer: In accordance with FAR Clause 52.228-5 “Insurance-Work on a Government Installation,” found in Section I of this solicitation, the contractor is required to provide a certificate of insurance.

86. Please verify that the contractor will not be required to remove, relocate and/or protect any equipment/furniture. If this is required, please provide a list of equipment and location(s) of the equipment and/or furniture that the contractor is to protect/relocate/remove. If the equipment/furniture is to be relocated, please provide the temporary location of the equipment/furniture. If the contractor is required to store any equipment/furniture, please provide the location that the contractor may place the temporary storage containers.

Answer: The contractor will not need to move/store/relocate any equipment/furniture for re-installation. Any items that need to be relocated will be done so prior to the start of construction.

87. Please verify that the QC manager may also perform the duties of the superintendent.

Per section 01 45 00, the QC manager may perform the duties of the project superintendent.

Per Section 01 35 26, Paragraph 1.8.3, “The SSHO may serve as the QC Manager. The SSHO may not serve as the superintendent.”

Answer: No, the superintendent and the QCM must be different individuals. However, the QCM may also function as the SSHO.

88. Please clarify any exceeding allowances for the project due to external circumstances.

Answer: No. There will be no cost allowances for this project.

89. Please verify that the existing soils is assumed to be contaminated. If so, please provide the assumed level of contamination of the soils, as the contractor will need to know this in order to get an accurate estimate for the removal of the spoils required.

Answer: The contractor may encounter soil with TPH>50mg/kg. Please refer to the Langley Special Conditions for additional information.

90. Please verify that a concrete quality manager will be required for this project.

Answer: This is not needed due to the requirement for the contractor to provide 3rd party inspection of the concrete mix prior to placement.

91. Please verify that the cybersecurity requirements only apply to the controls for the electrical system as the contractor is not including any other control systems.

Answer: There is not an electrical control system. However, the DDC system that is to be installed will need to conform to the cybersecurity requirements.

92. Please confirm that the stair framing will not be affected with renovations.

Answer: No, the stairs are to be demolished as part of the project.

93. Please provide the specific equipment that will be required to raise/lift materials.

Answer: See Attachment 16 - Revised Specification Section 14 55 00 “VERTICAL

RECIPROCATING CONVEYORS.”

94. Please verify that the contractor will be required to supply a field office trailer for this project as required per section 01 11 00 1.8.2.1. If so, please verify that the contractor will be required to paint the office trailer.

Answer: A field office trailer will be required; it does not need to be painted.

95. Please verify that the contractor is not to assume any in-ground obstructions in their proposal. If the contractor is to assume in-ground obstructions, please provide a quantity, size, depth and type of obstructions the contractor will need to remove.

Answer: This cannot be confirmed, nor can the Government provide any guidance regarding what an obstruction might look like.

96. Please indicate whether or not there are specific accessory manufacturers which must be used for the project.

Answer: Joint Base Langley - Eustis (JBLE) utilizes Siemens controls and Trane Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment.

97. Please verify that the contractor will not need to protect any existing equipment as indicated per section 01 11 00 1.11.2. If the contractor is to protect existing equipment, please provide a list and locations of all equipment that the contractor is to protect during construction.

Answer: The contractor will not need to protect any equipment.

98. Please verify that escorts will not be required for this project.

Answer: Incorrect. Escorts are required; please reference DAFFARS 5352.242-9000 found on Page 12 of this Solicitation.

99. Please verify that this project is not located in an controlled area. If this project is located in a controlled area, please verify that the Security Manager, as required per section 01 11 00 1.13.4.6, may also act as the superintendent. If not, please provide the qualifications of the security manager.

Answer: This project is not in a controlled area.

100. Please verify that all exterior concrete will need to be colored with Miami buff, including the concrete roads.

Answer: Color of all exterior concrete is to be Miami buff.

101. Please verify that interior concrete will not need to be colored with Miami buff.

Answer: Color inside does not need to be Miami buff.

102. Please verify that all exterior mechanical equipment will need to be painted with 2 coats of Miami buff paint, as required per section 01 11 00 1.14.2, even if the items are mounted on the roof of the structure.

Answer: Exterior mechanical equipment does not need to be painted.

103. Please verify that the exterior-to-building as-builts will need to be in GIS format as indicated in section 01 11 00 1.23.2. If so, please verify that the architect/engineer will be able to provide the drawings in this format.

Answer: The as-builts will need to be in the GIS format, but the contractor is required to provide these as-builts to the Government.

104. Please verify that the project is not located in wetlands. If the project is located in wetlands, please provide the locations of the wetlands.

Answer: The project is not located in wetlands.

105. If the project is located in wetlands, please verify that the contractor will be required to include all mitigation costs associated with work occurring in a wetlands.

Answer: The project is not located in wetlands.

106. For the soil testing required per the Special Conditions, Paragraph 7.7.4.2, please verify that testing will not be required if the contractor is stockpiling and reinstalling the soils in the same area where they were dug.

Answer: This is correct.

107. For the soil testing required per the special conditions paragraph 7.7.4.2, please provide the type and frequency of testing required.

Answer: See Atch 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 01 12 00, Paragraph 7.7.4.2 for testing types, and see the noted block entitled “Composite Sample.”

108. Please provide all locations of monitoring wells that the contractor will be required to protect as required per special conditions paragraph 10.4.

Answer: There are no monitoring wells in the area of construction.

109. Please verify that the project scheduler may also act as the project manager as long as they meet the qualifications listed under section 01 32 17.00 20 1.9.1.

Answer: Yes, this is correct.

110. Please verify that the SSHO must have completed a 40-hour contract safety awareness course as required per section 01 35 26 1.8.3. If so, please verify that this can be used as the requirement for the SSHO to have their OSHA 30 hour as required per EM-385-1-1.

Answer: Yes, this is correct.

111. Please verify that the assistant quality control manager, as required per section 01 45 00 1.6.5, cannot perform other duties such as the SSHO or the superintendent. If they can have multiple roles, please verify which roles the assistant quality control manager may serve.

Answer: The assistant QC manager may be the SSHO.

112. Please verify that the assistant quality control manager will need to be on-site full time for the duration of the project.

Answer: The assistant QC manager does not need to be on-site full time but must be on site if the QC manager is not present.

113. Please verify that the AISC certified steel fabricator certification may be waived for this project as there are only a few companies that currently hold this certification due to Covid.

Answer: No, Specification Section 01 45 35, Paragraph 2.1 will not be waived.

114. If the AISC certified steel fabricator certification may not be waived, please verify that the contractor may hire a 3rd party to inspect the fabrication to ensure that the steel quality meets or exceeds AISC standards.

Answer: Yes, this is correct.

115. Please verify that the contractor will need to have a quality control manager records for this project. If so, please verify that the field office is a separate trailer/office from the administrative field office, as required per section 01 50 00 3.6.2.

Answer: Yes, the QC manager’s records are required. The field office and administrative field office can be the same trailer/office.

116. Please verify if the contractor is to include the resident engineer's office as required per section 01 50 00 3.7.1.

Answer: No, the contractor does not need to provide a resident engineer’s office.

117. Please verify that the superintendent, SSHO, QC manager or the assistant QC manager may also serve as the environmental manager as required per section 01 57 19 1.6.4 as long as they meet the qualifications listed.

Answer: Yes, any one of those four roles may also serve as the environmental manager.

118. Please verify that the BIM record drawings maybe waived for this project as the contractor will be providing CAD and GIS as-builts for this project.

Answer: BIM record drawings are not required for this project.

119. If BIM record drawings are required, please verify that the contractor will have access to the architect/engineer's BIM drawings.

Answer: BIM record drawings are not required for this project.

120. If BIM record drawings are required, please verify that the contractor will not need to provide CAD as-built drawings.

Answer: BIM record drawings are not required for this project.

121. Please verify that the contractor will not be required to have a foreign object debris capturing fence for this project. If this is required, please provide the location of the temporary debris capturing fence required for this project.

Answer: This fence is required, and it is to be installed along the edges of the extents of the construction area.

122. Please provide the locations and estimated quantities of mold remediation work as required per section 02 85 00 1.3.1 b.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

123. Please verify that the certified industrial hygienist required per section 02 85 00

1.4.1.5 shall be employed by or hired by the mold remediation subcontractor.

Answer: Yes.

124. Please provide the estimated quantity of carpet that will require mold remediation.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

125. Please provide the estimated quantity of gypsum board that is scheduled to remain that will require mold remediation.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

126. Please provide the estimated quantity of gypsum board that is scheduled to be removed that will require mold remediation.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

127. Please provide the estimated quantity of ceiling that will require mold remediation.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

128. Please provide the estimated quantity of paper/electronic media that will require mold remediation and are to be removed.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

129. Please provide the estimated quantity of paper/electronic media that will require mold remediation and are to be retained.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

130. Please provide the estimated quantity of textiles that will require mold remediation.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

131. Please provide the estimated quantity of upholstered furniture that will require mold remediation and is to remain.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

132. Please provide the estimated quantity of upholstered furniture that will require mold remediation and is to be removed.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

133. Please verify that the existing ductwork that is to be removed or remain does not require mold remediation. If mold remediation is required for ductwork, please provide the quantity of ductwork that is assumed to need mold remediation. Please provide separate quantities for the ductwork that is to remain and the ductwork that is to be removed.

Answer: Please see drawing sheets HM-101, HM-102, and HM-103.

134. Please verify if the contractor is to clean the ductwork and HVAC system before demolition occurs, as maybe required per section 02 85 00 3.5.

Answer: No, this is not required beyond removal of hazardous material.

135. Please verify that the quality manager for the cast-in-place concrete shall be hired by the cast-in-place subcontractor.

Answer: This is up to the prime contractor, a quality manager is required.

136. Please provide the scope of work that the quality manager for cast-in-place concrete will perform so the contractor may include the proper cost.

Answer: Please Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 03 30 00, Paragraph

1.6.6 “Quality Control Personnel Certifications.”

137. Please verify that the masonry subcontractor is to hire directly, or employ, the historic masonry consultant, as required per section 04 03 00 1.5.2.1.

Answer: Yes, the contractor is to employ the services of a historic masonry consultant.

138. Please verify that the historic masonry consultant may also perform the duties of the field supervisor as required per section 04 03 00 1.5.2.3.

Answer: Yes, if the historic masonry consultant has the necessary experience to fulfill the role.

139. Please verify that the field supervisor is to be hired directly, or employed by, the masonry subcontractor.

Answer: This is up to the prime contractor.

140. Please provide the quantity of paint removal that will be required on masonry as required per section 04 03 00 2.1.2, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Please see the architectural demo drawing sheets (AD-xxx).

141. Please provide the quantity of repointing required per section 04 03 00 2.2.2.4, for estimating purposes.

Answer: Please provide a 2500 SF allowance for brick repointing as an add alternate CLIN, locations to be determined in the field. Additionally, provide a per SF price for additional repointing.

142. Please provide the quantity of crack injection repairs as required per section 04 03 00 2.2.3, for estimating purposes.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet S-503.

143. Please provide the quantity of clay brick replacement required per section 04 03 00 2.2.4.1, for estimating purposes.

Answer: See drawing sheets A-201 & A-203.

144. Please provide the quantity of stone replacement required per section 04 03 00 2.2.4.2, for estimating purposes.

Answer: See drawing sheets A-201 & A-203.

145. Please provide the quantity of terra cotta replacement required per section 04 03 00 2.2.4.3, for estimating purposes.

Answer: See drawing sheets A-201 & A-203.

146. Please provide the quantity of architectural precast stone replacement required per section 04 03 00 2.2.4.4, for estimating purposes.

Answer: See drawing sheets A-201 & A-203.

147. Please verify that the intent is to install water repellents on all exterior masonry walls.

If not, please provide a limit of construction for the water repellents.

Answer: There was no intent to provide water repellent on all exterior masonry walls unless otherwise directed by the Historic Masonry Consultant.

148. Please provide the locations and sizes of all required lintels.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet S-503.

149. Please verify that the steel erector AISC certification qualification may be waived for this project.

Answer: No, the AISC certification may not be waived.

150. If the AISC certified steel erector certification may not be waived, please verify that the contractor may hire a 3rd party to inspect the fabrication to ensure that the steel erection meets or exceeds AISC standards.

Answer: Yes, this is correct.

151. Please provide the location of the acoustic roof deck required per section 05 30 0 2.1.2.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet S-103.

152. Please provide the location of all column closures required per section 05 30 00 2.2.5.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet S-502.

153. Please provide the locations of all access hole covers required per section 05 30 00 2.2.6.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet S-502.

154. Please note that the building commissioning specification, section 01 91 00.15, does not mention or require air barrier testing. Please verify that the project will not require commissioning of the air barrier. If this is required, please provide a revised specification for building commissioning.

Answer: Please see Attachment 16 - Revised Specifications, Section 07 27 19.01 “SELF-

ADHERING AIR BARRIERS.”

155. Please provide the locations that will require the self-adhering modified bitumen underlayment for the metal panels as required per section 07 41 13 2.7.1.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet A-510.

156. Please provide all locations that require heavy duty doors as required per section 08 11 13 2.1.1.1 for bidding purposes.

Answer: Please see drawing sheet A-601.

157. Please provide all locations that require extra heavy duty doors as required per section 08 11 13 2.1.1.2 for bidding purposes.

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