Attachment 12 - Government Responses to Bidder Questions.pdf

Invitation For Bid (IFB) Joint Base Langley-Eustis

Solicitation Number: FA480026B0001 Amendment Number: 0002

26 January 2026

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; Emoni Bright, emoni.bright@us.af.mil

PROJECT NUMBER: MUHJ 24-4024

PROJECT TITLE: Repair MWD Kennel Interior, Facility 1030

PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT: Extend bid due date, provide Government responses to Bidder Questions, and incorporate Standard Design Air Force Military Working Dog Guide.

SUBMISSION OF BIDS/BID OPENING: Bids for this project are due to the 633d Contracting Office via electronic submission on 10 February 2026 at 2:00 p.m. E.T.

THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ARE HEREBY PROVIDED:

1. Drawing S-101, Detail D1, Drawing S-501, Detail A2 – The structural does not clearly show the height of the HSS6x6x3/8 columns for the Equipment Stand. Please provide elevation height of the new Equipment Stand.

Answer: Sheet M-301 shows DOAS 4’-0” above finished grade.

2. Drawing A-401, Dog House Cover Details, Specification Section 05 50 13 Miscellaneous Metal Fabrications – Is there a manufacturer’s basis of design for the Dog House Covers? If so, please provide.

Answer: There is no manufacturer’s basis of design.

3. Sheet E-101, Room 112 Kennel has two fixtures not marked with the fixture type. Are we to assume they are Type D fixtures?

Answer: Yes, assume Type D.

4. Sheet E-102 shows a new disconnect switch in room 114, but no indication of sizing. Please provide.

Answer: This is an existing disconnect that is to remain.

5. Sheet E-601, A2 Power Riser Diagram – New Work shows the new Panelboard MDP as MLO, Schedule states MCB, please clarify.

Answer: This panelboard is MLO. This was a typo.

6. Sheet E-001 shows exit lights on the Legend, but no exit lights are shown to be provided. Please verify that no exit lights are needed.

Answer: They are shown on ED-101 as existing exit lights to remain. Exit lights are also shown on E-101 as existing exit lights.

7. Sheet E-102 shows three telecommunication drops, for clarification, it is pathway only back to the rack correct.

Answer: Yes, the telecom drops go back to the rack.

8. Do they need to be licensed in the State of Virginia to complete this project?

Answer: The contractor needs to be licensed in Virginia, or they need to show that Virginia accepts their license from a different state.

9. On Sheet A-101, keynote 3 notes new chain link fence kennel enclosures. However, the keynotes on details Sheet A-401 mention all wire mesh partitions. Can you please confirm if the new kennel enclosures are to be all wire mesh partitions or are we to price per the keynotes on sheet A-101?

Answer: All Kennels are to be wire mesh partitions.

10. What is the existing keying system this building is being tied into?

Answer: See specification SECTION 01 11 00 par 1.7.5 Lockset. Best Lock Corporation can key cores and provide keys in accordance with the Langley AFB, JBLE grand master keying system.

11. There is a locker specification in the project manual but note 15 on drawing A-101 states that the lockers are only being relocated from the tack room into the locker room. Please confirm if new lockers are to be supplied, and if so, specify where.

Answer: Relocating existing locker in tack room on drawing A-101 from Room 103 to Room 106.

12. Please clarify if the contractors are to construct per the provided drawings and specifications or if the drawings are to be used as a baseline where a new design will be required.

Answer: Please bid to the contracting documents as provided by the 100% design drawings.

13. It does not appear UFC 4-510 was used during the development of the design. Please confirm UFC 4-510 is not a requirement of this solicitation Answer: UFC 4-510 Design: Military Medical Facilities is not required.

14. Energy recovery was not included in the provided drawings which is required by ASHRAE 90.1 6.5.6.1, please confirm energy recovery is not a requirement of this solicitation.

Answer: Energy recovery is not required for the DOAS unit.

15. In our experience a heat pump may be a better option than electric heat. Is the contractor to bid based on the government provided documents or would value added options be entertained?

Answer: Bid per contracting documents.

16. Period of performance is listed at 180 Calendar Days from NTP; however, lead times for the DOAS may significantly impact that timeframe. Can the POP be adjusted to accommodate lead time (IE equipment submitted, approved, ordered, received, and then POP of 180 days start)?

Answer: No, if the DOAS has a substantial lead time, a letter stating order date, delivery date, and duration will need to be submitted for government approval of a time extension.

17. Can drawings be provided either pre-bid or after award to the winning contractor in CAD (or REVIT) format?

Answer: After award in CAD.

18. The specification requests a Special Inspector and a Quality Control Manager. Please advise if this position can be dual hatted staff member.

Answer: Yes, one person can be dual-hatted.

19. Specification 01 11 00 pg. 9 section 1.9.1.2 Site Safety mentioned an individual should have OSHA- 8-hour and 40-hour HAZWOPER Training. Please advise if these are full-time staff members?

Answer: Personnel working at these sites shall have current 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training. At least one individual on site should have completed the OSHA 8-hour supervisor training course.

20. Please advise if a laydown space will be provided.

Answer: Yes, a laydown space will be provided.

21. Section 1.12.4.6 Security Manager. Please advise this staff member is fulltime. Please advise if so, can this staff member be dual-hatted?

Answer: Superintendent can act as security manager.

22. In the responsibility evaluation factor M-2.4, it asks for a proposed project manager, a proposed superintendent, and a proposed QCM/SSHO. If the chosen individual has over 10 years of experience in both roles, can the Super and QCM/SSHO be the same person?

Answer: Yes, 1 person can be all roles.

23. The procurement lead time for the electrical and mechanical equipment is longer than the period of performance. Please consider extending the period of performance.

Answer: No, if any of the equipment has a substantial lead time, a letter stating order date, delivery date, and duration will need to be submitted for government approval of a time extension.

24. There is no DDC Controls spec associated with this project and the drawings indicate that the unit is controlled by on board controls, not by Siemens network. Please confirm that no new tie-in to the Siemens network is required and the controls will be stand-alone only.

Answer: No DDC Controls required.

25. Specification 2.2.1. Calls for 1-3/4” x 9GA diamond mesh. The chain link mesh that is was installed in

2023 was 5/8” x 9GA mini mesh. Please confirm that 1-3/4” mesh is what is required for all kennels.

Answer: 1-3/4”x 9GA diamond mesh is required.

26. Specification 2.2.2.1.1 Call for 1-5/8” OD pipe for line posts. Standard line post diameter for 8’ tall commercial grade fence is 2-1/2” OD. Please confirm 1-5/8” line posts is what is wanted for all kennels.

Answer: Yes, 1-5/8’ OD pipe for line posts. But 2-1/2” is acceptable.

27. Specification 2.2.2.1.2 Call for 1-5/8” OD pipe for end and corner posts. Standard end and corner post diameter for 8’ tall commercial grade fence is 3” OD. Please confirm 1-5/8” posts is what is wanted for all kennels.

Answer: Yes, the corner post and line post should match.

28. Please confirm butterfly latches for the kennels gates matching what is currently installed will suffice.

Answer: Yes, butterfly latches for the kennels.

29. Please confirm the side of the kennels will reach the ceiling and that no chain link is required over the tops of the kennels.

Answer: The kennels with must reach the ceiling. No chain link is required but mesh partitions are required.

30. Please confirm that flange mounting the ~2’ tall fence partitions to the top of the concrete walls is authorized (A-401).

Answer: No, the fence posts need to be core-drilled.

31. Is flange mounting fence posts to the floor an option or will all posts need to be set through core-drilled holes in the concrete slabs/curbs?

Answer: All posts will need to be core-drilled.

32. Can the government please provide pictures of examples of the Dog House Access Hatch shown on A-

401?

Answer: A-401 drawings are enough information. Pictures cannot be provided at this time.

33. Can the government please provide pictures of examples of the SS Chain with ring system shown on A- 401 (Keynote 7)?

Answer: A-401 drawings are enough information. Pictures cannot be provided at this time.

34. The Period of Performance is not long enough for review and approval of government required submittals, procurement of long lead materials, and equipment and/or onsite construction. Can the Period of Performance be extended?

Answer: No, if any material items are long lead, a letter stating order date, delivery date and duration will need to be submitted for government approval of a time extension.

35. If a contractor includes specific exclusions or qualifications with our proposal submission, will our proposal be deemed non-responsive?

Answer: Yes.

36. Due to uncapped inflation, many vendors and subcontractors are unable to hold their prices until [RFP Indicated Acceptance Criteria] as required by the RFP price schedule. Some vendors will only hold their price for 24 hours. In the light of this situation, we as general contractor are forced to add substantial contingency to our cost proposal in order to cover any cost inflation passed on to us. As a small business, we are not positioned to absorb all cost inflation we bid on. We therefore request the government reconsider this requirement for proposals to “[e.g., 90 Calendar Days]” and adopt a more rational approach such as accepting cost proposals valid for 30 or 60 days, and allowing a fair cost re-evaluation at contract award. Such an approach could save the government quite a bit of money in the case that material prices level off before award. Removing this risk allows for a more competitive bidding climate based on the true value of the project.

Answer: Price proposal validity date is hereby 60 calendar days from date of proposal submission.

37. Will the government require the contractor to provide an onsite office trailer? Or is it at the contractor’s discretion?

Answer: No, it is up to the contractor’s discretion. This is not a requirement.

38. Please indicate acceptable laydown/staging areas?

Answer: The government will identify this location prior to start of construction.

39. Please indicate acceptable haul routes.

Answer: This will be provided prior to start of construction.

40. Will onsite stockpiling be allowed?

Answer: Soil stockpiling is allowed as long as the soil is going back to the original spot; otherwise it must be tested and disposed of offsite. Any soil stockpiling that is dormant for more than 7 days must be temporarily seeded for stabilization.

41. Please provide any available soils reports.

Answer: No soil reports are available.

42. Please provide any available boring logs or Geotech reports for the project.

Answer: No boring logs are available.

43. Will the reuse of contaminated soils be allowed, if encountered? (including within utility trenches)

Answer: Only back into the hole or trench that it came from. Otherwise, it will need to be sampled in accordance with the special conditions prior to removal from JBLE-Langley.

44. It is not clear in the RFP whether CERCLA requirements will be applicable to this project. Please advise.

Answer: Yes, per Specification Environmental Special Conditions, Section 7.7, Waste Disposal, CERCLA is required.

45. Will the contractor be required to do confirmation sampling for areas included in the RFP provided

Hazmat Report?

Answer: Yes, and you must utilize a qualified third-party company to do so.

46. Will an FAA permit be required?

Answer: No FAA permit, but a crane permit/submittal will be required.

47. Will an NPDES permit be required?

Answer: If the land disturbance activity is over an acre, a Virginia Construction General Permit is necessary.

48. Please advise whether a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan will be required for this project.

Answer: A SWPPP may be needed per the permit, but an Erosion sediment control plan is necessary.

49. Will any of the work areas on this project require escorts for access?

Answer: For base access, escorts will be required for foreign nationals to enter the installation, travel to the jobsite, and leave the installation. Escorts will not be required for REAL ID-compliant U.S. citizens. However, the jobsite itself will not require an escort from the government.

50. Will the government provide escorts for any restricted areas?

Answer: The jobsite is not in a restricted area.

51. Please advise if there are any costs for government provided escorts.

Answer: The government does not provide escorts to contractors. However, in accordance with the Langley Exception to Policy (ETP) letter, specified U.S. citizen prime contractor employees may submit a request to be granted escorting privileges for contractor and subcontractor foreign national employees.

52. Please provide a full set of as-builts for the project.

Answer: Please see the provided 100% RTA construction drawings.

53. Will the contractor be responsible for all utility costs if temporary utilities are required?

Answer: No.

54. Please provide the going rates for temporary utilities.

Answer: N/A for this project.

55. Will the contractor be responsible for any costs associated with base facilities support where and when required for the project?

56. Please provide rates for government utility support workers and crew makeup for shutoffs, outages etc.

Answer: No charge.

57. Please confirm this project does not require compliance with the Buy America Act and that compliance with the Buy American Act is acceptable.

Answer: This project requires compliance with Buy America Act. If materials cannot be procured in accordance with this Act, exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis with justification provided.

58. Will the government please extend the RFI deadline to 01/15/2026?

59. Sheet G-002, Phasing Plan, general sheet notes 1&2: Please clarify the sequencing/phasing of work. Note 2 says all DOAS work must commence before phase 1, but there is related non-DOAS work that needs to be performed prior to DOAS work. (IE demo, duct work, etc.) Please advise.

Answer: Please refer to design drawings G-002 keynotes 1-2 for clarification. Phase the demo of the existing HVAC system with the construction of each phase.

60. SF 1442 states that work shall commence 60 days after NTP and be completed within 180 calendar days.

Please advise if the 60 days is included in the 180 calendar days or is in addition to.

Answer: The contractor is to begin work within 60 calendar days of receiving award and within 180 calendar days after issuance of the NTP.

61. Please advise if temporary cooling, heating, and/or ventilation is required.

Answer: No temporary cooling, heating, and/or ventilation is required.

62. Will the building be occupied during construction with people and/or dogs?

Answer: Yes, but the users will move to non-construction part of the facility to start phase 1 construction.

63. Please clarify the scope of work limits and/or responsibilities between contractor and utility provider for electrical work.

Answer: Contractors are to install all electrical work per design; government will provide outage assistance and turn power back on.

64. Please advise if there is a BAS/BACNET and/or DDC controls that are required for the project. Or is the building a standalone system?

Answer: DDC not required.

65. Please confirm that there are no environmental/HAZMAT concerns related to work on this project and if encountered, they will be handled as a modification.

Answer: None that we are aware of, however, if encountered it would be between the contractor and COR.

66. Please advise what the irrigation/establishment period is for seeding and restoration.

Answer: Early spring is the best time for seeding. Our environmental special conditions has the recommended plants and trees.

67. Please confirm that KTR is not responsible for existing structural conditions of the facility, i.e., the roof.

All work to be performed related to new Roof Mounted DOAS unit assumes the roof structural integrity is uncompromised. Any difference in conditions will be a modification to the contract.

Answer: See design drawings. No roof mounted DOAS.

68. Please confirm existing roof framing/trusses, unit loads, including weight, curb loads, and dynamic forces is suitable and KTR is not required to assume any QTY for repair or replacement once sheathing is removed. Identify whether any structural reinforcement, framing modifications, or supplemental supports are required.

Answer: No supplemental support will be required unless shown on contracting documents.

69. Will the government please extend the bid deadline by a minimum 21 calendar days from when all RFI responses are received so that KTR can incorporate government responses into the proposal and price accordingly?

Answer: No

70. Per note 10 "Existing dog bath to remain. Maintain access outside of construction hours". Please confirm that this area must remain accessible to dogs and handlers outside of construction hours. This seems very problematic and a liability for all parties. Can this dog bath be relocated to phase 2 while phase 1 is under construction or can a new dog wash be installed in phase 1? Please advise.

Answer: Please bid per note 10. MWD will relocate to phase 2 while phase 1 is under construction.

71. Notes 3 and 20 seem to be in contradiction because note 3 is requiring chain link fencing at the kennel enclosures and note 20 is requiring wire mesh partitions at the kennel enclosures. Please confirm the intent.

Answer: Wire mesh partitions are the intended material.

72. The specifications include both 10 22 13 - Wire Mesh Partitions and 32 31 13 - Chain Link Fences and

Gates. There appears only to be the kennel structures and it is unclear what product goes where. Please confirm which specs will be used where and if either is not being used please remove that spec from this project. Please advise.

Answer: The dog kennels are to be wire mesh. Please see the other answers for clarification.

73. Per the details D3 and D4 on A103 we are to add additional unfaced batt insulation in the attic to achieve an R-49. Please confirm what the existing insulation R value is so the added insulation can be quantified.

Answer: The contractor is required to verify the existing batt insulation and add what is required to meet R-49 insulation.

74. The drawings call for work in the attic. There is insulation being added and the drawing call for the replacement of the exhaust fans in the toilet room and the locker room. Please confirm there is existing attic access and bidders do not need to figure to add attic access or access doors for exhaust fans. Please advise.

Answer: There is an existing attic access hatch.

75. It appears that most of the specifications have doubled up. All of the bookmarks are for the second half of the spec book so it would appear that pages 3 through 808 need to be deleted. Please confirm and advise what specifications will dictate on this project.

Answer: Specifications stop at page 808.

76. Please confirm if this project will require three separate individuals (Superintendent, QC, SSHO) or whether double or triple hatting rolls will be allowed. In the solicitation on L-3.4 leads you to believe a duel hat (QC/SSHO) and a superintendent would be required onsite when work is being performed.

Please advise on the intent.

Answer: Only 1 triple hatted individual is required.

77. 03 30 00/1.6.7.1 Quality Manager Qualifications states "Holds a current license as a professional

Engineer". This would exclude most, if not all, of the candidates for this position. Please consider removing this 03 30 00/1.6.7.1 section. Please advise.

Answer: The requirement for the Quality Manager to be a licensed Professional Engineer will remain as specified. Section 3 30 00/1.6.7.1 Quality Manager Qualifications also states that “territory with experience on at least five similar projects. Evidence of extraordinary proven experience may be considered by the Contracting Officer as sufficient to act as the Quality Manager.”

78. Are there any cybersecurity requirements on this project?

79. These specifications include 01 45 35 Special Inspections, and it appears that these special inspections cover 1.5.1 - Steel Construction and Figh Strength Bolting, 1.5.2 - Welding Structural Steel, 1.5.3 - Nondestructive Testing of Welds and 2.1 requires an AISC Certified Steel Fabricator. Are all of these requirements for the small steel structure supporting the DOAS unit? This amount of requirements for this small miscellaneous steel support (which is not part of the building structure) will drive away subcontractors and drive costs way up. Please consider removing these requirements for this small miscellaneous steel structure and add a visual inspection for the few bolts and few weld that will be needed for this steel. Please advise.

Answer: Yes, provide special inspection for welds and bolts.

80. According to note 1 on ES101 we are to connect the new primary to spare switch SW1. Who owns this switch (Utility Company or Government) and what work will the owner of this switch be performing?

Will this switch need to have the power cut off when the new primary is being pulled into this switch?

Will the contractor be required to perform off hour work? Please advise.

Answer: Refer to the answer for Question 63. Gov owns the utility.

81. Who will own the new pad mount primary transformer (Utility Company or Government) and what work will the owner of this transformer be performing? Please advise.

Answer: Ownership will be turned over to the Government once the DD 1354 is signed by the contractor and government rep.

82. On page ES101 sheet keynotes. Note 1. We are connecting SW1 to the new pad mount transformer that will be installed next to the parking lot. I walked all the way around SW1 and did not find any type of label plate identifying the load side voltage. I also didn’t find it anywhere in the drawings. That would be the primary voltage for the new pad mount transformer. I am assuming it is 3 phase, 480 VAC, but I don’t want to make that mistake when ordering the new transformer.

Answer: The primary voltage is 22KV.

83. According to note 5 on ES101 the existing secondary wire and conduit needs to be demolished. Can this existing secondary remain until the new primary and new secondary is complete? This process will allow for a shorter power outage to the building. Please advise.

Answer: Yes, secondary needs to remain until new service is completed

84. According to note 5 on ES101 the existing secondary wire and conduit needs to be demolished. Is this existing secondary encased in concrete? Please provide the profile for this existing secondary so demolition can be properly estimated.

Answer: Unknown. Please remove wire and abandon conduit.

85. The electrical work requires the replacement of the MDP and there will be an extended power outage while this panel is getting replaced and the new feeder is being installed. Are there any special requirements required during this time? Will the contractor be required to perform off hour work? Please

Answer: Contractor will have to provide off hour schedule for outages in bid.

86. Please confirm that there is no required work on the fire alarm and/or fire sprinkler due to the room layout changes in the building. If modifications are required, identify system type, extent, and performance criteria.

Answer: See general notes on design drawings E-102.

87. There does not appear to be any commissioning requirements in the specifications. Please confirm there is no required commissioning on any of the systems.

Answer: No commissioning. Manufacture start up and training will be required.

88. Per E001 the lines marked E is one conduit with (3) 1/0, 25-kv and 1/0 AWG and 600-volts and one spare conduit. The lines marked Ex is existing conduit and we are to provide 1/0 AWG, 25-kv. It appears the conductors through this old and new conduit should be the same. Please confirm the conductors that are required to feed the new transformer.

Answer: Yes, Ex shall be (3) 1/0 25 KV and 1/0 AWG in existing conduit.

89. According to the drawings there are no new tile floors, only two rooms (toilet and locker) have existing tile that is to remain. Why is specs 09 30 10 - Ceramic Tiling included? Can this tile spec be deleted?

Please advise.

Answer: Per specification 09 30 10 par 3.3.2 Ceramic Tile Grout, it is used for sealing grout for the tiles. See design drawings A 601 finish schedule note 1 for clarification.

90. The specifications include 31 05 19.13 - Geotextiles for Earthwork but the drawings to not identify anywhere that this is required. Can this tile spec be deleted? Please advise.

91. Please clarify if the AF Form 3052 should be submitted as a .pdf file only or if an excel file should also be furnished separately.

Answer: Both files should be provided.

92. Regarding the responsibility requirement in L-3.5., please confirm if a letter of bonding capability will serve as acceptable proof of having "sufficient resources".

93. Confirm required wire mesh partition heights and locations exceeding 12'-0" requiring line posts per spec.

Answer: Please verify against existing conditions and contracting documents. Must at least reach the ceiling.

94. Clarify locations requiring toe-to-toe framing without posts.

Answer: Please refer to contracting documents. Refer to specification 10 22 13 par 2.2.2 Vertical Frames for clarification.

95. Provide door sizes, swing direction, and confirmation of wire mesh door type.

Answer: Please see design sheet A 401.

96. Confirm keying requirements for lockable self-latching latches Answer: Refer to specification section 08 71 00 par 2.3.4 Keying System and section 01 11 00 par

1.7.5 Locksets for requirements.

97. Confirm locations and responsibility for MEP penetrations through wire mesh partitions.

Answer: Refer to contract documents for penetrations. See specification 23 30 00 par 3.4 for penetration requirements and section 10 22 13 for wire mesh requirements.

98. Clarify responsibility for slab coring or modifications for floor sockets.

Answer: Refer to contract documents. See specification section 10 22 13 par 2.1.4 for floor sockets requirement.

99. Confirm galvanized vs painted finish for wire mesh partitions.

Answer: Refer spec SECTION 10 22 13 par 2.5.6 for galvanized finishing.

100. Confirm substrate conditions at partition anchorage points (concrete vs masonry).

Answer: Refer to design drawing S-002 key note 2 for more clarification about partition anchorage points.

101. Identify locations requiring ICC-ES AC70 power-actuated fasteners.

Answer: Refer to specification 10 22 13 par 2.5.5 and design drawings S-501 for clarification regarding fasteners locations.

102. Confirm whether shop drawings must be based on field-verified dimensions prior to fabrication.

103. Confirm fire sprinkler conflicts with wire mesh partitions and responsibility for modifications.

Answer: No fire sprinkler conflicts for new wire mesh partitions

104. Clarify limits of repainting for existing surfaces (full room vs partial/spot repairs).

Answer: Refer to design sheet A 601 Finish Schedule.

105. Provide color names, sheen levels, and manufacturer standards for P-1, P-2, P-3 finishes.

Answer: Refer to design sheet A 601 Finish Legend.

106. Confirm MPI Approved Product List version governing this contract.

Answer: Needs to follow Buy America Act.

107. Confirm responsibility for temporary ventilation and environmental controls during painting.

Answer: Refer to specifications section 09 90 00 par 1.5 Quality Assurance for guidance .

108. Confirm whether lead testing has been completed or is Contractor responsibility.

Answer: Please see the HAZMAT report. None that we’re aware of and yes it would be contractor’s responsibility.

109. Clarify if ASTM moisture testing may substitute for full concrete cure durations.

Answer: No, ASTM moisture testing may not be substituted for full concrete cure durations.

110. Confirm whether concealed metal surfaces require full coating systems.

Answer: Refer to specifications section 09 90 00 par 3.6 Coating Systems for Metal for more information.

111. Clarify surface prep requirements for existing galvanized elements.

Answer: Refer to Specifications section 09 90 00 par 3.3.3 Galvanized Surfaces for clarification.

112. Confirm paint requirements for pipes, fasteners, kennel hardware, and supports.

Answer: Refer to Specifications 09 90 00 par 3.4 and 3.8 for clarification.

113. Confirm if any surface preparation will be performed by others.

114. Confirm if MWD kennels will remain occupied and operational during construction.

Answer: Refer to phasing plan. Only half of the MWD will be operational.

115. Provide acceptable VOC and odor exposure limits for working dogs.

Answer: Refer to specification 09 29 00 par 2.1.3 for acceptable VOC.

116. Confirm responsibility for relocation and care of MWDs during construction.

Answer: Gov will do that.

117. Provide allowable noise and vibration limits near occupied kennels.

Answer: Refer to specification 23 30 00 par 2.8.6 and 01 11 00 1.8.6 for clarification.

118. Confirm ventilation and air isolation requirements to protect occupied kennels.

Answer: Users requests that temperatures must be around 45–85-degree Fahrenheit and 45-70% humidity.

119. Provide emergency response procedures for dog distress.

Answer: Contractors are prohibited from interacting with MWD in any capacity.

120. Confirm if epoxy, sealers, or coatings are restricted in active MWD facilities.

Answer: Epoxy, sealers, or coatings are restricted in active MWD facilities.

121. Confirm work hour restrictions due to feeding, training, or vet schedules.

Answer: Refer to specifications 01 11 00 1.2.1 for work hours. Users will give us specific dates for feeding, training, and vet schedules prior to start of construction.

122. Confirm separation measures to protect workers from aggressive dogs.

Answer: Refer to phasing plan. Contractors are prohibited from interacting with MWD in any capacity.

123. Clarify liability if a working dog is injured or removed from service.

124. Please clarify required wall, floor, and ceiling finish performance criteria within kennel areas, including chemical resistance, slip resistance, cleanability, and durability expectations beyond standard finish specifications.

Answer: Refer to contract documents. Please bid per contract documents.

125. Confirm requirement for Government handler escorts in kennel areas.

126. Confirm stop-work authority for handlers or veterinary staff.

Answer: The Contracting Officer is the only individual who can stop work. If a stop-work event arises, please contact the Government Inspector and Contracting Officer immediately.

127. Air conditioning required from 15 may-15 October. What is the SOP for this conditioning

Answer: Mini splits should be kept operational until DOAS is installed.

128. On the SF 1442, Block 13(b) states an Offer Guarantee is NOT required. Please confirm this is correct?

Answer: Correct, an Offer Guarantee is not required.

129. Spec Section 01 11 00 1.8.1 states to cut grass weekly and trim shrubs monthly. With the extent of this project being interior work and only a small amount of exterior electrical, will this be a requirement for this project?

Answer: This will be required around and within the laydown area, and within and around areas where work is occurring.

130. How many Contractor Personnel are required for this project? The Specs also mention the need for a Security Manager. Can one person fill all of these positions if qualified?

Answer: Yes, one person can fill all of those positions, if qualified.

131. Sections L and M mention items required for submission and award. These items include resumes for

Superintendent, QCM, SSHO. Also, Financial Data, Past Performance history, Record of Integrity and Business Ethics, Organization/Experience/Accounting controls, Technical Skills, along with Construction and Technical Equipment. For an IFB, these items are not normally required. Can the Government state exactly what is required for submission at the bid due date.

Answer: Sections L and M are all required. Please pay special note to M-2.1 through M-2.6. You will see that several requirements, such as past performance, will be researched by the Government utilizing required systems (such as CPARS), and thus, do not require bidder submission. However, if there are specific projects the bidder would like the Government to evaluate for past performance, the bidder may submit those.

132. Is a schedule required to be included in our bid package as part of the bid submission?

Answer: No. In accordance with FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, an AF Form 3064, Contract Progress Schedule, must be submitted within 5 days after the work commences.

133. Sheet G-002 states that the “installation of mechanical DOAS and associated platform shall occur before the commencement of phase 1 work”. Please confirm this is accurate. Startup and testing of the unit is pending supplementary installations that take place in phase 1 and 2 of this project.

134. Are the contractor’s laydown area and trailer required to be fenced in? Is power available on-site for the contractor’s oƯice trailer, or will a temporary generator be needed for the project’s duration?

Answer: Yes, fencing is required and power will be available.

135. Are As-Builts available for the existing building. Including MEP?

136. Are previous submittals or product data available for the existing kennels? Could specifications be provided for this application?

137. Will the Government please provide contractors with a copy of the referenced “Kennel Design Guide”?

Answer: Yes, the gov will provide Standard Design Air Force Military Working Dog Facility.

138. Is a geotechnical report available for the site where excavation is expected?

Answer: No reports are available.

139. Is the contractor responsible for storage of the existing kitchen appliances for reinstallation as noted on sheet AD-101, Keynote 4?

Answer: Users will remove this prior to the start of construction.

140. Could the government provide a detail for the wall-mounted 16”x36” 16-gauge stainless steel tubular drying shelf as noted on sheet A-101?

Answer: Please see specification section 06 41 16 par 2.9.5.2 shelf support system for more information. It is gov intent of standard purchased stainless steel shelf mounted per manufacturer recommendations.

141. Sheet A-104 notes (3) rooms that require a full ceiling replacement and the remaining rooms only get ceiling patched as required for supplementary installations. Please concur.

Answer: Refer to design drawings A-104 for ceiling replacement of specific rooms.

142. Landscaping is included in the project’s specifications but not shown on the drawings. Please clarify what landscaping is required for this project, if any.

Answer: Seeding in areas where the ground was disturbed.

143. For the vet room 110 the drawings state, “EP-3 for the cove”- but classified that as paint and the label is quartz epoxy. Is the government intending this to be integral cove base? How high should the cove base be elevated up the wall?

Answer: Yes, cove epoxy base to 4”.

144. For the food prep room 114, the drawings call for paint on the floors. Is there a product specified for that application?

Answer: Refer to design drawings. Room 114 is not standard paint. Specifications require resinous flooring.

145. Will the government accept any substitutes for the epoxy flooring? A recommendation was received by one of our trade partners to use a Urethane Cement System, like Sherwin Williams Polycrete (previously Duraflex Polycete) as it appears to be just as effective.

Answer: No, Gov will not approve any substitute.

146. Please verify that the only windows receiving blackout film are shown on sheet A201. There appears to be 6 windows receiving the application. There is no typical designation.

Answer: Refer to design documents. The windows receiving blackout file are those shown on A- 201.

147. For floor demo, is the VCT under the carpet being removed and has it been tested for Asbestos? What is the existing coating in the Kennels?

Answer: There is no asbestos underneath the floor tiles.

148. The trenches outside the kennels call for EP-1. Can this be one existing resinous coating?

Answer: This question is unclear. Refer to finish schedule in specifications.

149. Kindly reissue Site work drawings, the notes are blacked out in the current drawings Answer: This will be provided.

150. 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: There are no allowances for cost escalation on this contract. However, the contractor is permitted to submit a request for equitable adjustment for Government review and approval if escalations occur.

151. 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: If the contract schedule is delayed due to long-lead items, the contractor shall submit a time extension request for Government review and approval. However, to mitigate delays the Government’s expectation is for the contractor to identify long-lead materials at the Pre- Construction Brief and promptly submit material submittals (AF Form 3000) for such items immediately following issuance of the NTP. It is not the Government’s intention to assess liquidated damages due to long-lead items.

152. 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: Refer to Architectural Drawings. The contract documents do not require remove/relocate/protect any equipment/furniture.

153. 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: Install signage/barriers per EM 385 and OSHA

154. 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: Refer to specification section 09 65 00 par 3.3 MOISTURE, ALKALINITY AND BOND TESTS for clarification.

155. 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: Yes, 3rd party is required per specification.

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

Answer: Yes, 3rd party is required per specification.

157. 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: Wetland mitigation will not be necessary.

158. 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: Testing is required for any soil that will be disposed of. Reuse of soils onsite in the same excavation area is accepted.

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

Answer: Soil testing requirements are in the environmental special conditions. Please refer to Soil section of the special conditions.

160. 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 within that particular area of work.

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

Answer: All soils are to be treated as contaminated, however, there is no accurate estimate as to the level. This is why sampling is required.

162. If an office trailer is required, please verify that the painting requirement for the trailer to be painted

Langley Brown, Langley Beige or White maybe waived.

Answer: This may be waived.

163. Please verify that paragraph 011100 1.7.6 may be waived as there are no new communications required for this project.

164. Please verify that the project is not located inside a special security area.

Answer: Yes, the project is not located inside a special security area.

165. Please verify that the project is not located inside a controlled area. If it is, please verify that the superintendent may also act as the security manager.

Answer: The project is not located inside a controlled area.

166. Please verify that the project will not require the contractor to provide the airfield requirements required per section 011100 1.12.5 as the project appears to be not close to the airfield.

167. Please verify that this project is not a historic renovation.

Answer: Not historical.

168. Please verify that the external-to-building GIS as-builts may be waived for this project.

Answer: No, this cannot be waived. Utilities need to be documented and turned over to the gov.

169. Please verify that the internal-to-building CAD as-builts may be waived for this project.

Answer: No, this cannot be waived.

170. Please verify that the only contractor personnel that will be required to obtain the environmental management system and environmental compliance training will be the general contractor's field staff. If subcontractors are required to obtain the proper training, please verify that only site contractors are required to obtain the proper training as the majority of the work occurs inside an existing building that is to be renovated.

Answer: All contractors involved in the project are required to obtain the EMS and environmental compliance training.

171. Please verify that only the earthwork contractors will be required to obtain the HAZWOPER 40 hour training as required per paragraph 10.3 in the JBLE-Langley Environmental Special Conditions. If not, please provide a list of contractors that will be required to obtain the HAZWOPER 40 hour training as the majority of the project is an interior renovation.

Answer: Personnel working at these sites shall have current 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training. At least one individual on site should have completed the OSHA 8-hour supervisor training course.

172. Please verify if a quality control manager is required for this project. If so, please provide a specification with the qualification for the quality control manager.

Answer: Refer to specification 01 45 35 par 3.1.2 Quality Control Manager for clarification.

173. Please verify that an SSHO is required for this project. If so, please provide a specification with the qualification for the SSHO.

Answer: Refer to specification 01 12 00 Environmental Special Conditions (2024) that includes

USACE EM 385-1-1.

174. Please verify if a foreign object damage fence is required. If so, please provide the location and a detail of the fence.

Answer: No FOD fence is required.

175. Please verify that the industrial hygienist maybe hired by the subcontractor perform the mold remediation.

Answer: Refer to specification 01 12 00 Environmental Special Conditions (2024) for HAZMAT survey.

176. Please clarify post-abatement clearance requirements for asbestos, lead, and mold remediation, including whether third-party air monitoring, sampling, or written clearance documentation is required prior to re-occupancy or continuation of adjacent phased work.

Answer: Refer to specification 01 12 00 Environmental Special Conditions (2024) for clarification.

177. Please verify that the new ductwork will not need to be cleaned as maybe required per section 028500 3.5.

Typically, duct cleaning is only required for existing to remain ductwork.

Answer: Cleaning new ductwork is not required unless they were mishandled.

178. If the quality manager is required for the cast-in-place concrete, please verify that the professional engineering qualification may be waived.

Answer: The requirement for the Quality Manager to be a licensed Professional Engineer will remain as specified. 3 30 00/1.6.7.1 Quality Manager Qualifications also states that “territory with experience on at least five similar projects. Evidence of extraordinary proven experience may be considered by the Contracting Officer as sufficient to act as the Quality Manager.”

179. Please provide the description of work that the quality manager is responsible for as this will be required to ensure compliance with the documents.

Answer: Refer to specification section 01 45 35. Quality Manager is responsible for implementing and overseeing CQC.

180. Please verify that any of the existing walls do not require repointing. If they do, please provide the locations and approximate square footage at each location, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Refer to design documents. Existing walls do not require repointing.

181. If the AISC certified structural steel fabrication requirement cannot be waived, please verify that the contractor may provide a 3rd party inspection to ensure that AISC standards are being met.

Answer: Yes, a 3rd party inspection can be provided.

182. Please provide all locations of the dog house covers required for this project.

Answer: Refer to design drawing A-101.

183. Please provide all locations that require wood trim. Please also provide a detail required for all wood trim.

Answer: Refer to design drawing A-105 for floor plan.

184. For bidding purposes, please provide the color of the existing EIFS that the contractor is to match.

Answer: Refer to design drawing. Contractor shall match the existing EIFS color in the field as directed by the gov.

185. Please verify that the polish requirement maybe waived for this project as many manufacturers no longer the LVT to be polished.

Answer: LVT should not be polished.

186. Please verify that the contractor will be required to provide 1/8" skim coating under all resilient flooring to ensure proper adhesion as required by the manufacturer.

Answer: Refer to specification 09 29 00 par 3.3.1 for clarification. Contractor will be required to provide 1/8" skim coating.

187. Please verify that floor leveling will not be required for this project. If floor leveling is required, please provide the locations, thickness of the floor leveling, slope of the floor leveling and specification for the required floor leveling, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Refer to design drawing A-601 for floor leveling.

188. Please verify that all floors that are to receive resilient flooring meet the 3/16" in 10' floor flatness requirement.

Answer: Yes, per specification 09 65 00 par 3.2

189. Please verify that all existing walls where existing wall base is to be removed and new wall base is required will require surface preparation as required by the manufacturer.

Answer: Refer to specification section 09 65 00. All existing walls where existing wall base is removed and new wall base is installed shall receive surface preparation as required by the wall manufacturer.

190. Please provide a soils report for this project. If a soils report is not available, please provide an estimated depth of the water table, for bidding purposes.

Answer: No soil reports will be provided. Assume 18 in. water table.

191. Please verify that the contractor will be required to provide 3rd party utility locations for this project.

Answer: This is not required.

192. Please verify that the contractor is not to include the removal of unstable/unsuitable material in their bid.

If they are, please provide the amount of soils that will need to be removed/replaced, for bidding purposes.

Answer: Contractor will determine the amount of unusable soil. Any soil that will be put back in the same place does not need to be tested or removed.