Atch 8 - Bidder Questions and Government Answers_25B0006_F. 703.pdf

Invitation For Bid (IFB) Joint Base Langley-Eustis

Solicitation Number: FA480025B0006

Amendment Number: 0001

18 August 2025

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

Points of Contacts: Callie Compton, callie.compton@us.af.mil; Adrian Galvis, adrian.galvis@us.af.mil

PROJECT NUMBER: MUHJ 25-4026

PROJECT TITLE: Repair Building Envelope, Facility 703

PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT: Provide Government Answers to Bidders’ Questions and incorporate Pre-Bid Site Visit Sign-In Sheet and Revised Drawing Sheets A-201-A and A-202- A, along with revised Section L, Paragraph L-1.1 of the solicitation.

SUBMISSION OF BIDS/BID OPENING: Bids for this project are due to the 633d Contracting Office on 26 August 2025 at 2:00 pm ET.

THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ARE HEREBY PROVIDED:

1. Limits of Tuckpointing – one of the project engineers mentioned at the meeting that the brick in the courtyard on the north elevation was not going to be tuckpointed. The drawings (A201) have a lighter shading for the recessed walkway walls and indicate that they are not to be tuckpointed. However, the remaining brick walls / columns have the heavier / darker shading which corresponds with the brick walls / surfaces that are called to be tuckpointing. Need clarification for which masonry walls / columns at the North entrance / courtyard are to be tuckpointed or excluded.

Answer: Disregard any answers provided at the pre-bid site visit. Refer to drawing sheet A-201 for the limits of repointing.

2. Precast Repairs – The drawings call to repair precast stone elements. They also call for either repair of small damage or replacement of larger repair areas. The drawings do not identify every repair on the building. In addition, the extent of the repairs, whether small or full replacement cannot be determined until the demo is performed. Need engineer to provide quantity (sf) of precast area to be patched and quantity of precast to be replaced in order to quantify bid.

Answer: For bidding purposes, assume repairing 600 square feet of the cast in-place concrete along the base of the facility. Also, assume repairing 300 square feet of the limestone panels on the rest of the façade. Furthermore, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for these specific work elements on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation.

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3. Precast Repairs – the drawings as indicated in RFI #2 point to / identify elements of the building to repair. However, the drawings refer to some parts as Precast, with possible need to replace, when in fact the elements are cast in place concrete and cannot be “replaced” like a precast lintel or sill. Please confirm that all foundation wall repairs are to just be patched as well as a quantity of concrete repairs to be included.

Answer: Plan on repairing (patching) 600 square feet of the cast-in-place concrete at the base of the exterior. The repair should match existing color, profile, and texture. Contractor to perform a test repair (in an inconspicuous spot) for approval.

4. Notes on the plans instruct to repair/replace damage or broken brick around the building. Since there are no specific locations on the plans of where these repairs are needed, these types of repairs must be field verified. For bidding purposes, is there an estimated unit quantity (sf) for the repairs that may be provided?

Answer: For bidding purposes, assume replacement of 800 square feet of broken brickwork.

Repair shall include removal of all existing abandoned in-place anchors and repair with matching color grout. Typical all surfaces. In addition, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for this specific work element on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation.

5. Are the decorative details below each of windows being cut and repointed? As we see it, the mortar is solid and in no need of repair. Since there are negligible signs of damage or recession of mortar in those areas should these areas be left as untouched history panels?

Answer: Contractor to plan on repairs to 50% of the decorative panels below the windows.

Repairs to include the removal of all previous epoxy repair material (typical all surfaces).

6. Notes on the plans instruct not to repoint mortar joints on the interior wall. Does this also apply to inward facing sides of the building such as columns, elevator tower?

Answer: Disregard any answers provided at the pre-bid site visit. Refer to drawing sheet A-201 for the limits of repointing.

7. Are the window sills in need of repairs to be replaced or repaired using Jahn historic restoration materials?

Answer: Consider all limestone windowsills to be out of the scope of this project.

8. Is there a quantity / sf for aggregate repairs around the base of the building. Will all of the bushes be removed to accommodate repairs?

Answer: For bidding purposes, assume repairing 600 square feet of the cast in-place concrete along the base of the facility. In addition, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for this specific work element on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation. Refer to drawing sheet CD-101 for the limits of Civil Demolition.

9. Are all minor cracks in stucco locations below windows to be skim coated?

Answer: The government is not tracking any stucco on Facility 703. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

10. Will building be completely scaffold at the beginning of the project? Will the scaffold be enclosed to accommodate weather?

Answer: Building will be fully occupied during this phase of renovation. However, the government views this question as ‘means and methods’, and therefore up to the discretion of the contractor.

11. Are stone to brick locations to be cut and caulking put in place of mortar or are those locations remaining mortared together as original?

Answer: All masonry repair to meet specification, section 04 03 00 and 04 20 00.

12. Are repairs being made to the basement walls at locations of exposed rebar, abandon wall penetrations or cracks in the walls?

Answer: Yes, please see previous responses above.

13. In the Executive Summary and subsequent sections, there is mention of selective roof repair. On this topic, can more specifics be provided? (i.e., extent of damage, locations of and perhaps photos of damage)? In addition, what is the roof slope? As above “Selective roof repair.” Please clarify extent or provide areas of concern and scope.

Answer: Provide a bid for work as outlined in the contract documents.

14. Stairs are to be removed. Can you please provide measurements of metal stairs?

Answer: The Government is unsure of what this question is referring to. But the rear exterior stair removal is not in this project. If this is referring to something else, please provide a reference for further review.

15. Basement doors are not called out to be replaced, however they are in disrepair, rusted, with peeling paint. Please confirm these are not to be replaced.

Answer: Provide a bid for work as outlined in the contract documents.

16. Locations are provided for sewer or water, but would you please provide location of fire suppression riser as well as water main tie in point?

Answer: Provide a bid for work as outline in the Contract Documents. Refer to drawing, sheet

MP-101-A.

17. The sidewalks are noted and requested to be replaced. Please provide total linear feet.

Answer: Provide a bid for work as outlined in the contract documents. Se drawing, sheet CD- 101.

18. HAZMAT Report and associated drawings are included for reference only, can you please clarify whether the HAZMAT survey conducted as part of the design process includes identification of mold remediation, lead abatement, and removal?

Answer: Refer to the Design Analysis included within the contract documents for additional information and provide bid for work as outlined.

19. The building is to remain occupied and service to the building shall not be interrupted during construction. Question: How many phases does the government require?

Answer: Building will be fully occupied during this phase of renovation. The Government has no requirements for phasing the exterior repairs.

20. Please confirm whether a P6 Primavera schedule is specifically required for project 013217.00 20, or if we may utilize Microsoft Project for scheduling purposes.

Answer: A primavera schedule is not specifically required. However, a cost-loaded progress schedule with the critical path identified must be submitted for approval within the timeline specified in the Notice to Proceed.

21. The specification references three levels of Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) qualifications— Level I, II, and III—as well as the Alternate SSHO. However, the specification does not explicitly designate which level is required for this project. Please specify the level and is the SSHO to be onsite full-time?

Answer: Level II or higher shall be sufficient. The SSHO shall be present at all times that work is being completed.

22. Is the QCM required to be onsite full-time? Can any of the following positions serve as a dual role?

(i.e., Superintendent, Site Safety Officer or Quality Control Manager)

Answer: The QCM shall be present at all times that work is being completed. Due to the relatively small size and complexity of this project, one person may serve as all three positions, assuming that they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

23. Please verify if the document included with the bid package known of “Design Analysis” supersedes the plans?

Answer: No, the construction documents all hold the same weight. However, if there are any contradictory requirements between the different sections, bidders shall bid the more stringent of the two.

24. Please verify if the document included with the bid package known of “Design Analysis” supersedes the specification?

Answer: No, the construction documents all hold the same weight. However, if there are any contradictory requirements between the different sections, bidders shall bid the more stringent of the two.

25. Should any discrepancy arise between the Design Analysis and the plans, which one prevails? Should any discrepancy arise between the Design Analysis and the specifications, which one prevails?

Answer: No, the construction documents all hold the same weight. However, if there are any contradictory requirements between the different sections, bidders shall bid the more stringent of the two.

26. “All bids shall be mailed or hand delivered (no electronic bids will be accepted) to the following issuing office as specified in Block13(a) of the SF 1442. If bids are to be hand delivered, bidders shall send an email to adrian.galvis@us.af.mil and callie.compton@us.af.mil to schedule delivery.”

This project scope encompasses work from approximately 15 divisional trades—with most requiring subcontractor price proposal participation. Historically, most trade subcontractors do not submit their proposal to the Prime/General Contractor until 15 minutes before the specified bid/proposal submission time. This poses a challenge for the Prime/General Contractor when the final proposal must be printed and mailed or hand-delivered. Will the government consider accepting proposals via email, PIEE, or some other secure method?

Answer: Unfortunately, no electronic bids will be accepted. All bids for this requirement must be hand delivered or mailed to the 633d Contracting Squadron/PKB.

27. Please confirm that this form is to be submitted as a printed, hard-copy version and not as an electronic file?

Answer: Correct.

28. Given that the Prime/General Contractor won’t receive subcontractor bids/proposals until the last minute, would the Government consider allowing Attachment 6 to be submitted up to two hours after the official bid submission deadline, as a separate document?

Answer: No, bids must be received, in-full, by 26 August 2025 at 2:00 p.m. ET.

29. Does the ‘Construction Cost Estimate’ documents have to be completed and turned in with the bid? If so, please include full instructions and the excel file(s).

Answer: Yes, the AF Form 3052, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown, is required to be turned in with the bid in accordance with Solicitation Section L-1.1. The AF Form 3052 was provided as Attachment 6 to this solicitation with instructions on the first sheet.

30. Please provide a detail for replacing the precast stone panels that will need to be replaced per details 1 & 2 on sheet A-201-A.

Answer: See Attachment 10 - Revised Sheet A-201-A and A-202-A; please refer to Detail 3.

31. Specification section 01 30 00 states the Superintendent can’t be the SSHO or QC. It is our experience that projects of this size and complexity can be properly managed with 1 person on site.

Please advise if we provide 1 person that meets the qualifications for all three roles if they will be able to serve as SSHO, QC Manager, and Superintendent.

Answer: Due to the relatively small size and complexity of this project, one person may serve as all three positions, assuming that they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

32. Specification Section 01 32 17.00 calls for a cost loaded NAS schedule. It is our experience that projects of this size and complexity can be properly managed with a bar chart schedule. Please advise if the govt will reconsider the requirement for a cost loaded NAS schedule.

Answer: A cost loaded progress schedule with the critical path identified must be submitted for approval within the timeline specified in the Notice to Proceed.

33. During the site visit there was standing water on the basement floor. Will the GC be responsible for removing this water prior to work starting.

Answer: Yes, for the safety of the abatement crew, remove any standing water prior to starting work.

34. Will the building be occupied during this work. Will the GC be required to have pathways for pedestrian access in and out of the building.

Answer: The facility will remain fully occupied and operational. Facility personnel will require safe entry and exit access to the facility.

35. Is there any phasing required for this project.

Answer: The Government does not consider this to be a phased project.

36. Can you provide sleeve elevation.

Answer: Some of the sleeve elevations are denoted in the specifications. For bidding purposes, assume all other sleeves to be installed at 18” below grade. Actual elevation will be determined in field with inspector approval.

37. Is form 3052 required with the proposal or can it be submitted 10 days after the award?

Answer: The AF Form 3052, Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown, is required to be submitted with the bid in accordance with Section L-1.1 of the solicitation.

38. Specification section 01 30 00 page 2, Item 1.7.3 Duties. It is written that Project Superintendent must be on site each day during the performance of the contract. Specification section 01 45 00-page 7 item 1.6.2.2 Quality Control Manager / Site Safety & Health Officer confirm dual hat staff member.

Please advise.

Answer: Project Superintendent shall always be present when work is being completed. Due to the relatively small size and complexity of this project, one person may serve as all three positions, assuming that they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

39. Site utilities. Please confirm all, not reasonable amounts of water and electricity, shall be made available during the construction contract? Utility connections, installation, and maintenance will be made by contractor.

Answer: The government will provide all the water and electricity to complete the job in a reasonable manner. (The government will not provide water and electricity due to negligence by the contractor. i.e. the contractor leaves the water running over a three-day weekend.) All utility connections, installation, and maintenance will be made by the contractor.

40. Employee parking confirms that the designated parking area for employee parking will be close to an available laydown and walking distance to the project site.

Answer: See drawing sheet G-004 for the site laydown area, located north of the facility.

Additional parking for employees will be available across Dodd Blvd, plan north east of the facility.

41. Please location of designated laydown area?

Answer: Please refer to drawing sheet G-004 for the site laydown area, located plan north of the facility.

42. Please advise if there is an operational elevator for construction materials and personal access?

Answer: There is no elevator access to the basement of the facility.

43. Construction Phasing. Since the building will be occupied during construction, please advise what is the min noise decibel (dB) demolition hand equipment types allowed. Please provide decibel limits.

Answer: Similar projects in scope have been completed on Langley without any complaints from the building occupants.

44. May we please respectfully request electronic submission?

Answer: No electronic bids will be accepted in accordance with solicitation, section L-2.1, all bids for this requirement must be hand delivered or mailed to the following:

633 Contracting Squadron/PKB ATTN: Callie Compton/Adrian Galvis 14 Burrell St, Building 67 Joint Base Langley - Eustis (JBLE) - Langley AFB, VA 23665-2088

45. Please confirm if 1 original and 1 copy of proposal are required.

Answer: Yes, 1 original and 1 copy of the bid are required in accordance with Solicitation, Section L-1.1.

46. Please confirm if digital signatures are acceptable on the original version.

Answer: Yes, digital signatures will be accepted.

47. For purposes of bidding, please quantify how many bricks we should assume to replace.

Answer: Assume replacement of 800 square feet of broken brickwork. Repair shall include remove of all existing abandoned in place anchors and repair with color matching grout.

Typical all surfaces. In addition, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for this specific work element on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation.

48. For purposes of bidding, please quantify how many precast stones we should assume full replacement

Answer: For bidding purposes, assume repairing 600 square feet of the cast in place concrete along the base of the facility. For the limestone panels on the rest of the facade, please assume repairing 300 square feet. In addition, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for these specific work elements on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation

49. Please confirm it Contractor is to provide any watering or maintenance of plants, grass, or other landscape after Turnover of project.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown on the contract documents.

50. Statement of work, 1.0 Description of work, Note 1 says there is no Hazmat abatement in this project.

Please confirm there is no abatement as part of this project and that the Hazardous Material Drawings and specs are for reference only.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown on the contract documents. See the Design Analysis included within the contract documents for additional information.

51. Please confirm there is not interior demolition on floors 1,2,3 or attic, as hazmat drawings are for reference only.

Answer: Confirmed, there is no interior demolition on floors 1, 2, 3, or in the attic of the facility. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents. See the Design Analysis included within the contract documents for additional information.

52. Please confirm (1) individual may perform the duties of the Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager.

Answer: One person may serve in all three positions, if they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

53. Please confirm a jobsite trailer is not required.

Answer: The Government will not provide a location inside the facility for contract supervision.

54. Please confirm the Availability and Use of Utility Services.

Answer: The government will provide all the water and electricity to complete the job in a reasonable manner. The government will not provide water and electricity due to negligence by the contractor. i.e. the contractor leaves the water running over a three-day weekend. All utility connections, installation, and maintenance will be made by the contractor.

55. Please verify that the contractor is not to patch or fill-in any existing holes/gaps that are not indicated on the drawings in the walls, ceilings, roof, etc. If there are areas that the contractor is to patch or fill, please provide all sizes, locations and material types so the contractor can include the proper cost for these items.

Answer: The contractor is not to patch or fill-in any interior existing holes/gaps that are not indicated on the drawings in the walls, ceilings, roof, etc. After the contract award, if the contractor discovers areas that require repair or patching, the contractor shall submit an RFI to the Contracting Office.

56. 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: The contractor is not to patch or fill-in any interior existing holes/gaps that are not indicated on the drawings in the walls, ceilings, roof, etc. After the contract award, if the contractor discovers areas that require repair or patching, the contractor shall submit an RFI to the Contracting Office.

57. Please verify that the contractor will not be required to remove/relocate/protect any equipment/furniture. 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 is responsible to protect all equipment to remain. All equipmet /furniture not designated to remain shall be removed and disposed of off base in an approved land fill. See specification, section 01 11 00; Special Conditiion, Section 1.10 Protection of Government Property, Paragraphs 1.10.1 through 1.10.3

58. Please verify that overhead protection will not be required for this project. If it is, please provide the locations and sizes required

Answer: The facility will remain occupied for the entirety of this project. It is incumbent upon the contractor to provide a safe project site for construction workers and government employees.

59. Please verify that all new flooring will not require any floor leveling to be installed. If the contractor is required to install floor leveling, please provide the location and thickness required.

Answer: There is no interior demolition on floors 1, 2, 3, or in the attic. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

60. Please verify that the contractor will need to include the cost of the builder’s risk insurance.

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

61. Please provide the location(s) of the laydown area so the contractor may include the proper fence.

Answer: See drawing, sheet G-004 for the site laydown area, located plan north of the facility.

62. Please verify that only the contractors that are digging will require the 40 hour HAZWOPER training as required per page 9 of section 011000 in the specifications. If not, please verify that everyone working on site will be required to have the 40 hour HAZWOPER training.

Answer: The Government concurs that only the contractors digging will require the 40-hour HAZWOPER training. The SSHO will also be required to have this training.

63. Please provide the locations of the monitoring wells that the contractor is to protect as required per page 9 of section 011100 in the specifications.

Answer: There are no monitoring wells within the limits of disturbance of this project.

64. Please provide a list and locations of all equipment that is to remain in place of which the contractor will be required to protect as required per page 10 of section 011100.

Answer: The Contractor is responsible to protect all equipment to remain. All equipmet /furniture not designated to remain shall be removed and disposed of off base in an approved land fill. See specifications section 01 11 00; Special Conditiion, Section 1.10 Protection of Government Property Paragraphs 1.10.1 through 1.10.3

65. Please provide all locations and sizes of existing pavement that will require repairs as required per section 011100 page 14. Please also provide a description of the repairs required.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

66. Please provide all locations and sizes of existing partitions/ceilings/etc. that will require patching as required per section 011100 page 14.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

67. Please verify that the contractor is not expected to find any historical or archeological items on this project. If this is a historical and/or archeological preservation project, please provide the locations of all historical/archeological items that will need to be preserved and a specification on the proper care required.

Answer: The contractor should not expect to find any historical or archeological items on this project. However, if this happens, the contractor must stop work in that area and notify the government immediately.

68. Please verify that the contractor is not expected to find any historical or archeological items on this project. If this is a historical and/or archeological preservation project, please provide the locations of all historical/archeological items that will need to be preserved and a specification on the proper care required.

Answer: The contractor should not expect to find any historical or archeological items on this project. However, if this happens the contractor must stop work in that area and notify the government immediately.

69. Please provide the qualifications of the superintendent for this project.

Answer: See section 01 30 00, paragraph 1.7.1 within the project specifications for superintendent qualification requirements.

70. Please verify that all external-to-building as-built drawings will be required to be in GIS form as required per section 01 11 00.

Answer: Concur.

71. Please verify that all internal-to-building as-builts will need to be in CAD form as required per section 011100.

Answer: Concur.

72. Please provide the locations of the wetlands that are affected by this project as required per section

8.2.4 of the JBLE-Langley Environmental Special Conditions.

Answer: There are no wetland impacts within the limits of disturbance for this project.

73. Please verify that a cost-loaded schedule will be required for this project.

Answer: In accordance with FAR Clause 52.236-15, a cost loaded schedule with the critical path identified must be submitted for Government’s approval within the timeline specified in the Notice to Proceed.

74. Please verify that the designated project scheduler may also perform the tasks of the project manager and/or project engineer, as long as the qualifications under section 013217.00 20 1.8 are met. If not, please verify that the project scheduler will not be required to be on-site.

Answer: Concur.

75. Please provide the high performance and sustainable building checklist as required per 013329 1.2 to ensure compliance with this requirement.

Answer: The Government waives the requirement to complete the HPSB checklist for this project.

76. Please provide the level of HPSB that will need to be achieved along with the certification rating (i.e.

LEED, NGBS, etc.) for this project so the contractor may include the proper costs of any certifications required.

Answer: The Government does not require any certifications for this project.

77. Please verify that the SSHO can perform the duties of the superintendent.

Answer: One person may serve in both positions, if they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

78. Please verify that the QC manager may also serve as the level 1 SSHO as stated in section 013526

1.8.3. If not, please verify that the QC manager must also be a level 2 SSHO as required inspection 014500 1.6.2.1.

Answer: One person may serve in both positions, if they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

79. Please verify that the QC manager cannot also perform the duties of the superintendent.

Answer: One person may serve in both positions, if they meet all relevant requirements and qualifications.

80. Please verify that the contractor will be required to provide commissioning services as required per section 014500 1.6.4. Please note that the only commissioning might only entail minor mechanical work required per the project documents.

Answer: This project does not contain any new HVAC systems work. However, if the contractor moves or alters the existing equipment, the contractor is responsible for getting the system back up and performing in a manner consistent with Air Force standards.

81. Please provide a detail or description of the project identification signage required for this project.

Answer: The government is not sure what this question is asking. There are no signage requirements for this project.

82. Please verify if the private qualified person can also be the designated competent person as required per section 028200 1.5.

Answer: Concur.

83. Please provide the location of the lead contaminated areas that will require the contractor to shut down the HVAC. Per section 028300 3.1.1.4, the contractor will need to provide temporary HVAC at the areas where the contractor will need to isolate HVAC system.

Answer: There is no interior demolition on floors 1, 2, 3, or in the attic. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents. See the Design Analysis included within the contract documents for additional information.

84. Please verify that the historic masonry consultant, as required per section 040300 1.5.2.1, may be employed by the masonry subcontractor.

Answer: Yes, the historic masonry consultant can be employed by the masonry subcontractor.

85. Please verify that the water testing, as required per section 071900 1.4.1.1, may be performed by the contractor and a 3rd party testing agency will not be required to perform the test.

Answer: Yes, the water testing can be performed by the contractor assuming the testing methods meet state and federal requirements.

86. Please verify that the intent is for 100% of the brick joints to be repointed on the project.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

87. Please verify that the contractor is not required to include air barrier testing.

Answer: Concur.

88. Please provide the locations and rating of all required STC rated glass.

Answer: There are no STC rated windows in this project. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

89. Please provide the desired level of finish of the existing/new wall where the new fiberglass reinforced wall panels will be located, for bidding purposes. If this cannot be provided, please verify that a level 4 finish is sufficient.

Answer: The government is not tracking any fiberglass reinforced wall panels. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

90. Please provide the location of all interior wood surfaces that will require painting as required.

Answer: There are no interior wood surfaces requiring painting.

91. Please verify that the only area that needs to be water blasted/pressure washed is the existing roof overhang as required per section 099000 3.6.3. If there are other areas, please provide the locations.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

92. Please provide all locations of existing wood/plywood/trim that will need to receive coatings as required per section.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown on the contract documents.

93. Please provide a soils report for this project so the contractor knows the height of the existing water table.

Answer: A soil report cannot be provided.

94. Please refer to page 3 of the scope of work documents. Please verify that HAZMAT abatement will not be required for this project, except for the window putty in the basement.

Answer: Confirmed, there is no interior demolition on floors 1, 2, 3, or in the attic. Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents. See the Design Analysis included within the contract documents for additional information.

95. Please note that copper is not readily available for gutters. Please verify that an aluminum gutter with copper color may be utilized in lieu of copper gutters.

Answer: No, copper must be utilized due to the historic nature of this facility.

96. The Structure Schedule shows STR#1 with a 6" PVC invert on the west side of the structure (for roof drains). The civil plan shows an 8x8x6 tee. The civil plan notes the section of piping entering STR#1 from the west as 8" PVC (25 LF section). Please verify that this section be 8".

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

97. Detail 1/C-504 states "Duplex Pump Detail (For Information Only)". Please verify the intent is to have the contractor include what is shown in the drawings and the final design will be submitted to the contractor at a later time.

Answer: The Contractor shall submit for approval a pump that meets the requirements shown on drawings, sheet C-504.

98. Please verify that the contractor will need to include perimeter fencing.

Answer: Concur.

99. Please verify that the contractor will not encounter any contaminated soils or contaminated groundwater for this project. If it is expected, please provide an estimated quaintly of contaminated groundwater, type and concentrate of all contaminates.

Answer: The contractor should not plan for any contaminated soil or water in this project.

100. Please provide a utility plan for the electrical and mechanical systems as the contractor will be excavating the perimeter of the building in order to install the waterproofing and drain tile. The contractor will need to provide temporary supports for any items entering the building.

Answer: Utilities will be located via a dig permit after the contract award and before construction begins.

101. Please verify that shoring of the soils is the contractor's responsibility as the existing transformers, single story brick structure and a few other items could be affected due to the depth of the excavation required.

Answer: Contractor is responsible for all required shoring to complete the project.

102. Please provide a soils report as the contractor will be required to provide shoring along with the possibility of dewatering as the excavation for the new waterproofing is 12' + below the existing grade.

Answer: Soil report cannot be provided. Please assume groundwater will be encountered at 3 feet below grade.

103. If there is not soils report available, please confirm that dewatering may be excluded from the scope of work. Please note that the dewatering contractors need to understand the soil type along with the approximate depth of the water table in order to provide an accurate quote. All that information is contained in a soils report.

Answer: Soil report cannot be provided. Please assume groundwater will be encountered at 3 feet below grade.

104. Please verify that if the contractor decides to temporary remove the exterior mechanical unit and platform that sits on the plan east of the building on CD101, please verify that the contractor will need to provide a temporary HVAC unit to support the building. If so, please provide as-builts for the HVAC unit so the contractor may include the proper amount temporary along with properly removing/relocating/reinstalling the existing HVAC unit. This is required due to the proximity of the HVAC unit and structure to the building.

Answer: The existing HVAC equipment, equipment pads, and platforms on both plan east and plan west shall remain in place for the duration of the contract. The electrical lines providing power to the HVAC units should be relocated to allow for the completion of work along the exterior face of the walls (See Drawing, Sheet ED-101-A, Note 1). Leave the R-22 refrigerant lines in place. Hand dig along the face of the facility within 3’ of the HVAC equipment. Reroute new 8” subgrade drainage line to the east the HVAC equipment platform. Utilize 45 degree bends when routing around the platform where able. Reroute new 8” subgrade drainage line to the west of the HVAC equipment pad.

105. Please verify that the HVAC equipment and pads are to remain. CD101 shows them to be removed, but there is no plan showing their replacement.

Answer: The existing HVAC equipment, equipment pads, and platforms on both plan east and plan west shall remain in place for the duration of the contract. The electrical lines providing power to the HVAC units shall be relocated to allow for the completion of work along the exterior face of the walls (See Drawing, Sheet ED-101-A< Note 1). Leave the R-22 refrigerant lines in place. Hand dig along the face of the facility within 3’ of the HVAC equipment. Reroute new 8” subgrade drainage line to the east the HVAC equipment platform. Utilize 45 degree bends when routing around the platform where able. Reroute new 8” subgrade drainage line to the west of the HVAC equipment pad.

106. Please verify that the CD requirement for their proposal may be waived as required in section L, Paragraph L-1.1.

Answer: There is no requirement to submit a CD in accordance with section L-1.1. of this solicitation.

107. 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. Please verify that the intention is 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. Insert prime contractor and subcontractor overhead and profit as wished.

108. 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. Please verify that this requirement can be waved on the Cost Estimate Breakdown. if so, please provide a revised bid form.

Answer: Understood. The requirement is waived.

109. Please verify that edits can be made to the formulas in order to have the Table on the Summary sheet correspond to the Division tabs.

Answer: Yes, edits may be made to the formulas as needed.

110. 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. The contractor may provide a lump sum proposal on the day of bid, then turn in the attachment within 24 hours after the bid.

Answer: Bids must be received, in-full, by 26 August 2025 at 2:00 p.m. ET as specified in the Solicitation.

111. Please provide all locations that require bollards as shown on C-502.

Answer: Bollards are not required for this project.

112. Please provide the panel and breaker that will feed the new duplex sump pumps.

Answer: Please refer to drawing, sheet E-101-A for panel information.

113. Please note that, due to the depth of the waterproofing and PPVC piping, the four trees that are shown on plan south will need to be removed. Please verify that these trees can be removed. If so, please verify if they will also need to be replaced by the contractor.

Answer: It is the government’s preference to keep the trees and work around them. However, if the trees must be removed, the contractor will remove them in their entirety and replace them with tree species approved by JBLE - Langly environmental with a minimum of 4” diameter trunk.

114. Please provide a description of the work required for the facia board and roof edge required to install the new copper gutters.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

115. Please provide the locations that will require the rehabilitation of concrete required per specification 030100 as the concrete repairs are not shown on the drawings.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown on the contract documents.

116. Please provide the average size of the penetrations that will need to be repaired per demolition keynote 3 on AD101-A, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Provide a bid as shown in the contract documents.

117. Please provide the thickness of the glazing required for window W3.

Answer: There are no W3 windows in this project.

118. Please provide the number of precast stone panels that will need to be replaced. The note on A-201-A, A-202-A and A-203-A state that panels with damage deeper than 1"or 4" long and greater need to be replaced. The photos on G-004-A only show examples of items requiring replacements. The number of precast panels that need to be replaced needs to be provided, along with their locations, for bidding purposes.

Answer: For bidding purposes, assume repairing 300 square feet of the limestone panels on the rest of the façade. Furthermore, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for this specific work element on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation.

119. Please provide the number of precast stone panels that will need to be repaired. The note on A-201-A, A-202-A and A-203-A state that panels with damage shallower than 1"or less than 4" long need to be repaired. The photos on G-004-A only show examples of items requiring replacements. The number of precast panels that need to be repaired needs to be provided, along with their locations, for bidding purposes.

Answer: For bidding purposes, assume repairing 300 square feet of the limestone panels on the rest of the façade. Furthermore, bidders shall include the unit cost per square foot for this specific work element on the AF Form 3052, Attachment 6 of the solicitation.

120. Please provide the number of precast stone sills that will need to be repaired. The photos on G-004-A only show examples of items requiring replacements. The number of precast sills that need to be replaced needs to be provided, along with their locations, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Please consider all limestone window sills to be out of scope of this project.

121. Please provide the number of precast stone sills that will need to be repaired. The photos on G-004-A only show examples of items requiring replacements. The number of precast sills that need to be repaired needs to be provided, along with their locations, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Please consider all limestone window sills to be out of scope of this project.

122. HAZMAT General Note 1 on Sheet ID H-001 requires the removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACM). HAZMAT General Note 6 on Sheet ID H-001 requires the removal of ACM throughout the building (Floors 1, 2, and 3) when referencing the hazardous material report and where those items are located. If the project requires abating the listed ACMs, then new work needs to be identified. The project plans are missing new work drawings for the abated areas. Please clarify the abatement scope of work for ACMs.

Answer: Abatement shall only occur in the basement as identified within the contract documents.

123. NOTE 1 in Paragraph 1., Page 3 of 5 of the Statement of Work states that HAZMAT abatement is not required as part of this project and has been included for reference only. However, the Drawing Analysis only identified that waterproofing behind exterior brick is to be assumed ACM. Lastly, the plans include the basement and all three floors for abatement. The Statement of Work, Design Analysis, and the plans all have different directions. Please clarify the abatement scope of work in detail per location.

Answer: Abatement shall only occur in the basement as identified within the contract documents.

124. HAZMAT General Note 10 on Sheet ID H-001 requires mold remediation in accordance with Specification Section 02 85 00 “Mold Remediation.” There is no Section 02 85 00 “Mold Remediation” in the specifications.

Answer: Mold remediation has only been identified on levels 1, 2, and 3. The only interior work within scope of this project is the basement. Mold remediation is not required as a part of this project.

125. The screen wall around the courtyard is in serious disrepair and has major cracks running through it.

The drawings indicate repointing but do not call out any specific repairs. Please provide direction.

Answer: The screen wall shall be removed and reconstructed to match existing. The wall caps are to be replaced to match existing.

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