Attachment 09 FTQW 17-1017 Fire Pump Solicitation QnA.xlsx
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This document contains a questions and answers log and solicitation for a federal construction contract opportunity. The solicitation is for a total small business set-aside to design and construct a replacement fire pump located at Building 3426 on Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska. The scope of work includes demolishing the existing fire pump and replacing all necessary components to install a new fire pump. The performance period is 228 calendar days with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Offerors must submit proposals by June 29, 2022 and the contract type will be firm fixed-price. A site visit was held on June 2, 2022 and all questions were required to be submitted by June 8, 2022. The questions and answers log addresses inquiries about the scope of work, specifications, and drawings.
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Master RFI Log
| Project #: | FTQW 17-1017 | ||||
| Solicitation# | FA500422R0008 | ||||
| Project Name: | Repair Fire Pump B3426 | ||||
| Date: | 28-Jun-22 | ||||
| ITEM # | Reference Document | Questions | Reference Document | Government Response | Response Date |
| EXAMPLE | SOW | EX: | Drawing E-10 | ||
| 1 | Solicitation/RFP | Section L, Part D of the RFP states Questions are due 15 June 2022. The online Solicitation states questions are due 8 June 2022, which matches what was stated at the site visit. When are questions due | Section, Part D | Questions were due 15 June. New Questions following additional site visit are due by COB 23 June | 16-Jun-22 |
| 2 | Solicitation/RFP | The RFP in Table 1 Deliverables shows the contractor site investigation beginning 5 days before the NTP. Is the contractor required to perform work on site prior to the NTP? | Attachment 1 RFP | No. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 3 | Solicitation/RFP | On page 8 of the RFP in Table 1 Deliverables the Transfer & Acceptance of Military Property (DD 1354) the Max delivery time frame refers to Section 4.1 of the SOW. However, there is no section 4.1 in the SOW. What is this statement referencing? | Attachment 1 RFP | Will readdress when questions are distributed following the additional site visit. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 4 | Solicitation/RFP | On page 8 of the RFP in Table 1 Deliverables Contractor it shows the contractor mobilization for construction 77 days after NTP. However, the design is not scheduled to be complete until 108 days after NTP. Section 5.1.1.2 of the RFP states the Government must accept preconstruction submittals, permits, and construction documents before the contractor can begin onsite construction activities. Is the contractor waived from this requirement? | Attachment 1 RFP | The design and preconstrcution submittals are required before construciton can start. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 5 | Solicitation/RFP | Provide the details of storage configurations and commodities being stored below and above the proposed future mezzanine, if rack storage provide racking details, height of storage and shelf type (open or solid). This will be needed for the Fire Protection Engineer to determine if new pump will be sized beyond the current 2000 GPM @100 PSI for the future mezzanine. | Drawings | UFC requires the space to be class four commodities less than 12' height in accordance with UFC | 16-Jun-22 |
| 6 | SOW | What is the current waterflow at the fire hydrant closest to the building? | Drawings | It is anticipated that the existing water supply can support the fire pump sizing. The Contractor shall perfrom flow test and calculations required by the UFC to confirm water supply and system demand. The corrective action to this deficiency would be a buffer tank. The intent would shall be a working system, the Government would perfer not to use a tank. The Government would be open to the a second site visit to allow Contractors to self perform a hydrant flow test. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 7 | SOW | Will the water in the piping need to be remediated? Is the current water source to the pump considered contaminated with PFOS/PFOA? | SOW | The current water source for the building is potable water. The pump should not be considered to be contaminated with PFOS/PFOA. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 8 | SOW | Is any excavation considered outside of the scope for this project? | SOW | The Contractor may present a proposal in which excavation is required. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 9 | SOW | If excavation is required at any point during the project, is there any anticipated ground contamination? Are there any soil testing requirements? | SOW | If excavation is required by the design prepared by the Contractor. All environmental soil requirements shall be followed. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 10 | Solicitation/RFP | Current lead times for the fire pump required for this project is 18-22 weeks to ship from factory, 7-10 days to Seattle and 7-10 days to site. Factory Lead times are also subject to change due to current market conditions. Lead times start upon receipt of approved submittal from the Government. With these lead times, it is not possible to meet the timelines as structured in the SOW. Will time be allotted to the contract performance period for material delays? | The period of perfomace can be adjusted when proper documentation and communication with the Government shows the materail delays are based on market. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 11 | SOW | Section 3.1.1 of the SOW states the electric fire pump is intended to connect to the existing fire alarm control panel. However, the existing panel is so old that there is likely no longer parts availability for it. Will replacement of the existing fire alarm panel be included in the scope of this project? | SOW | Concur, the existing fire alarm system is old and replacement parts may no longer be available. The SOW states as follow, " The demolition, relocation, and replacement of any existing equipment required to facilitate the installation of a new electric fire pump. This shall include but not be limited to electrical systems, lighting, alarm systems, mechanical, architectural, and structural components to facilitate the replacement of the fire pump system. " The complete fire alarm system including transmitter should be replaced and be compliant with UFC and base standards. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 12 | Solicitation/RFP | Please provide 2-years of electrical load demand data for the facility. | Two years of electrical load demand data is not avaiable for the facility. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 13 | Solicitation/RFP | Will an automatic Transfer switch on the Fire Pump Controller be required? | Not required | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 14 | Solicitation/RFP | Please confirm that a secondary fire pump will not be required per spec. section 21 30 00. | Specifications | Not required | 16-Jun-22 |
| 15 | Solicitation/RFP | If modifications to the room are required to allow new equipment to fit will it be considered outside the scope of this project? | SOW | The demolition, relocation, and replacement of any existing equipment required to facilitate the installation of a new electric fire pump. This shall include but not be limited to electrical systems, lighting, alarm systems, mechanical, architectural, and structural components to facilitate the replacement of the fire pump system. " The complete fire alarm system including transmitter should be replaced and be compliant with UFC and base standards. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 16 | Solicitation/RFP | There is conflicting information in the As-Built drawings as to the sizing of the water piping in the utilidor and the lateral into the building. What is the size of the water main in the utilidor and the lateral leading to this building? | Drawings | The service line to the facility is 10". | 16-Jun-22 |
| 17 | Solicitation/RFP | It was noticed at the walkthrough that one of the fire hydrants serving this building was out of service. Are the fire hydrants considered outside the scope of this project? | SOW | The fire hydrants are considered outside of the scope of the project. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 18 | Solicitation/RFP | UFC 3-600-01 (Change 6) requires service main be sized such that the minimum residual pressure available at 150% of the pump rating, is not less than 20 psi. It also requires a service lateral supply a fire pump have the ability to support 150% of the fire pump rated capacity without falling below the required NPSH at the pump suction. Please confirm the existing water supply can support a fire pump sized to match existing and be in accordance with the UFC requirements | Specifications | It is anticipated that the existing water supply can support the fire pump sizing. The Contractor shall perfrom flow test and calculations required by the UFC to confirm water supply and system demand. The corrective action to this deficiency would be a buffer tank. The intent would shall be a working system, the Government would perfer not to use a tank. The Government would be open to the a second site visit to allow Contractors to self perform a hydrant flow test. | 16-Jun-22 |
| 19 | Solicitation/RFP | If the water supply cannot support this size fire pump, please confirm correcting this deficiency is outside the scope of this project. | See Comment number 18 | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 20 | Solicitation/RFP | Is the 10” line service to the fire pump room a potable water line? | The 10" service line is a potable water line. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 21 | Solicitation/RFP | Are the Fire Suppression lines into, and throughout, Bldg 3426 contaminated with PFAS? Do these require cleaning/flushing/remediation? | The fire suppresion water line is supplied a potable water line, and should not be contaminated with PFAS. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 22 | Solicitation/RFP | Provide the details of storage configurations and commodities being stored below and above the proposed future mezzanine, if rack storage provide racking details, height of storage and shelf type (open or solid). This will be needed for the FPE to determine if new pump will be sized beyond the current 2000 GPM @100 PSI , for the future mezzanine. | UFC requires the space to be class four commodities less than 12' height in accordance with UFC | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 23 | Solicitation/RFP | What is the current waterflow at the fire hydrant closest to the building? | See Comment number 18 | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 24 | Solicitation/RFP | Will an automatic Transfer switch on the Fire Pump Controller be required? | Not required | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 25 | Solicitation/RFP | How is the new pump to be powered? Is the MDP the point of connection? | Fire pumps shall be powered in accordance with UFC 3 600 01. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 26 | Solicitation/RFP | Is a dedicated back-up generator required for the pump? | Not required | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 27 | Solicitation/RFP | If NFPA code violations exist, to what extent is the contractor responsible for reporting these or potentially fixing them? | Any code violation with in the scope of work shall be addressed with this project. Any other code violations not with in the scope of this project shall be brought to the attention of the Government. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 28 | Solicitation/RFP | The Siemens System 3 fire detection and alarm system is an aged system. If the current panels do not have room for expansion, is complete upgrade of the fire alarm system required? | See comment number 11 | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 29 | Solicitation/RFP | If one, or all, fire alarm panels require replacement, do devices require upgrade/replacement? | See comment number 11 | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 30 | Solicitation/RFP | Related to Question #7, should the new electric powered fire pump be connected at the MDP based on Government feedback, would Contractors be able to re-visit the site to verify space in the MDP prior to the bid due date? | Fire pumps shall be powered in accordance with UFC 3 600 01. | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 31 | Solicitation/RFP | What Relays are currently Monitored on the System 3 Panel? | See Comment number 11 | 16-Jun-22 | |
| 32 | Solicitation/RFP | If electrical and fire codes dictate the power source for the new electric pump shall be obtained from the transformer, would duct installation from the transformer to the building be required as a buried installation? | Exterior electrical power distribution shall follow UFC 3-550-01 | ||
| 33 | Solicitation/RFP | If the power duct is required to be buried, what is the minimum depth of cover? I.e.: If concrete encasement were allowed, how shallow could the conduit be installed? | Exterior electrical power distribution shall follow UFC 3-550-01 | ||
| 34 | Solicitation/RFP | Will any/all excavation require compliance with the Land Use Controls Agreement and UFP-QAPPP protocols? | All excavation shall follow all Land use environmental controls. | ||
| 35 | Solicitation/RFP | Are AutoCAD files of the building design or as-builts available for contractor and designer use after award? | The as-builts avaible have been supplied. The Government doesn't have AutoCad files for the facility. | ||
| 36 | Solicitation/RFP | In replacing the entire fire alarm/mass notification system, does the Base infrastructure allow only Siemens products? | Per 17-EAFB Fire Alarm Standards; Monaco, Siemens, or Simplex addressable panels shall be provided. Additional information for required manufacturers for transceivers and other items are also listed in this design guide. | ||
| 37 | SOW | Please confirm the existing fuel tank inside the pump room remains as-is. Where do point(s) of disconnect occur? SOW paragraph 3.1.1., 2nd bullet states, “The existing fuel tank is to be removed and returned to the Government.” | The existing fuel tank shall be removed and salvaged for the government. Coordinate requirements for turn over with liquid fuels shop at EFAB | ||
| 38 | Solicitation/RFP | If the fuel tank is to be removed and delivered to the AF, where is point of disposition? Are the vents running outside the building to parapet to be demolished also? | All accessories and appurtenances are to be demolished fully. Any penetrations shall be patched to match existing | ||
| 39 | Solicitation/RFP | How does the Government want the existing fire pump exhaust port through the wall demolished/repaired? | Demolish exhaust system completely. Patch and repair penetrations to match existing construction | ||
| 40 | Solicitation/RFP | The digital electricity meter on the wall in the electric room appeared to be active and installed in 2016. It had an electrical demand reading – can we use this information? If we are interpreting it right, it was last reset in 2016, has been recording since then, and the max demand was 162.3 kW on 01/19/17. Is this meter reading the full building load? | AF was unable to verify historical data for meter to confirm peak demand, information on meter is best available at this time. Contractor to base proposal on information available on data plate during site visit. |
| 41 | Solicitation/RFP | Please confirm the Solicitation (and Contractor) does not require adding a 2nd power source for reliability. | The scope of the project does not include the addition of a second source of power. |
| 42 | Solicitation/RFP | Would the AF provide a picture of the mezzanine over the electrical room and east (or south) wall between Grids K, L and M? | Available photo provided. |
| 43 | Solicitation/RFP | Is the mezzanine over the electrical room and vault areas readily accessible, by stairs or fixed/permanent ladder? | Mezzanine is accessible via fixed ladder at opposite end from electrical room. |
| 44 | Solicitation/RFP | What are the size and type of the Transformer Bay-o-Net fuses, as well as the MV fuses at the primary riser? | Fuse information would require a scheduled outage with the electrical shop and not available within the allotted time window. Pad-mounted Transformer info = 750 KVA |
Primary Voltage = 7,200 DELTA.
Transformer Fuse Size/Style = Bayonet - At 7,200 they should be 60A Riser Fuses - Should be 65A Type T
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