RFI - QA AJJY 25-1072M Repair Palau Dorm B25016_18JUN25.pdf

Question # Question/Comment Government Response

1 Can we only bid on the electrical part of this project?

The Government will award ONE contract to the responsible offeror most capable of fulfilling the Government's requirements in accordance with the terms of the solicitation. Subcontracting opportunities should be sought independently through potential prime contractors.

Document: Solicitation - FA524025R0002 Page 40 of 48, PART III

- Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) – b. A completed PPQ must be submitted directly to the Government not later than the date and time established in the solicitation for receipt of proposals.”

Att. 04_Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ): Our areas of interest regarding the offeror are summarized in the enclosed questionnaire. To meet the acquisition milestones, we request your written response no later than Friday, 13 June 2025 by 1600 hours (ChST).

Question: Please confirm whether the PPQ must be submitted by the proposal due date (23 June 2025), or if the due date for submission of the PPQ is as stated in Attachment 04—13 June 2025.

PPQs are due as of the proposal due date - 23 June 2025. Att. 04 has been updated. Refer to Solicitation Amendment 0001 on

SAM.

Document: Solicitation - FA524025R0002 Page 40 of 48, PART III

- Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) – a. Each single project referenced in the Past Performance Fact Sheet shall have a corresponding PPQ and/or a finalized CPARS and is limited to the completed past performance questionnaire per project.

Question: If the offeror is submitting CPARS in lieu of PPQs, should the CPARS documents be submitted with the bid?

Prospective offerors who wish to submit CPARS can just attach to the Performance Fact Sheet (PFS) as part of its proposal package. If the project cited on the PFS is a federal project subject to CPARS and a CPARS is not submitted on behalf of the prospective offeror, the Government may option to retrieve off the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System. As offerors are to provide completed projects as of the Solicitation issue date, CPARS are to be those designated as Final and/or 100pct contract completion.

Any project not subject to CPARS (e.g. non-federal, etc.) cited on the PFS should have a corresponding PPQ submitted as a CPARS will be N/A. PPQ submissions need to come from the end user POCs and not the offeror.

We respectfully request a 4-week extension to the bid deadline to allow vendors and subcontractors sufficient time to provide accurate and competitive proposals.

Proposals continue to be due on 23June25 by 04:00pm

The architectural design drawings keynotes indicate items for the removal of existing doors and windows and the installation of new doors and windows. These items are not included on the summary of works, and previously included in the scope of works for FA524025RMC16. Please confirm if these items are included in the scope of work.

These items are included in the scope of work, and were noted in the design drawings

Please specify which bathroom layout option to use. See Sheet A- 801.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

Please confirm if the new bathroom door for the new bathroom layout is included in the scope of work.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

Kindly confirm if we are required to use JCI exclusively for the DDC system.

Contractors shall submit pricing for Alerton DDCs in their bids. They may submit alternates if they choose.

FA524025R0002 - AJJY 25-1072M Repair Palau Dorm B25016- Questions & Answers (Q&A)

Kindly confirm if we are required to use Dunham-bush exclusively for the chillers, and whether it is acceptable to use a different brand for the air handling units (AHUs).

There will be an AAFB Justification and Approval (J&A), which authorizes exclusively sourcing Smartd, Carrier, and Trane as the AAFB preferred Chiller. It is acceptable to use any of these three.

III. General Information L. Building / Area Occupancy: The area will be active and will be occupied during the performance of work under this contract. We would like to know how many rooms per floor will be occupied so we could plan accordingly on how we are goind to phase our work provide temporary cooling for the occupants.

The building will be empty of occupants prior to work begins

During the site visit, the pump was not accessible. We would like to request photos inside the pump rooms specifically the capacity of the pumps and the existing piping layout.

See Attachment 10, Pump Room Photos

As per the 35% concept design, the builiding chilled water is coming from the central chiller plant at B25014. the new works also states that a new packaged air-cooled chiller to be located outside the existing pump room. Is the intent of the project to provide a stand-alone chiller for the Palau Dorm or will this be a back-up for the central chiller plant? Kindly clarify.

Yes the purpose of the project would be to get it off of the chilled water plant and build its own chiller for this building

13 Please confirm that DOAS is not required for this project. DOAS = Dedicated Outside Air System. Yes, it is required

During the site inspection, we noticed that the existing receptacles are not tamper-resistant. In addition, the RFP does not include any requirements for tamper-resistant receptacles. Please confirm if tamper-resistant receptacles are required in compliance with NEC.

All electrical work will be in NEC compliance

The RFP concept indicates that lighting and power will be replaced in kind. Please clarify the scope of lighting and power, will it just require a one-to-one replacement of light fixtures and receptacles, or will it also involve the replacement of wires, conduit, pullboxes, brackets, etc. from the panelboard?

one-to-one replacement of light fixtures, receptacles, the replacement of wires, conduit, pullboxes, brackets, etc. from the panelboard.

The RFP concept indicates that the telecom outlet will be replaced in kind. Please clarify the scope of telecom outlet, will it just require a one-to-one replacement of telecom outlet, or will it also involve the replacement of cables, conduit, pullboxes, brackets, etc. from the cabinet?

one-to-one replacement of telecom outlet, also involving the replacement of cables, conduit, pullboxes, brackets, etc. from the cabinet

The RFP design concept indicates that the "scope will involve the complete replacement of electrical distribution system from the pad mount transformer secondary conductors to entire downstream building distribution system networks". However, the design drawings (one line diagram) indicate that the existing CT cabinet and AMI meter will remain. Please confirm that new CT cabinets and AMI meters will be provided.

complete replacement of electrical distribution system from the pad mount transformer secondary conductors to entire downstream building distribution system networks

During the site inspection, we noticed that there are CCTV installed at the exterior of the buildin. However, the RFP does not indicate any requirements for CCTV. Please clarify that CCTV will remain and is not part of the scope.

CCTV is not apart of the project and will remain.

Please confirm whether the Direct Digital Control (DDC) system and AMI meter require telecommunications support in compliance with the 'Marianas Requirements for ICS/FRCS Cybersecurity and Engineering (RICE) V2.0.' The SOW includes this document only as a reference and does not indicate a scope for ICS telecommunications support.

Pending Response

In accordance with NEC, all 120-volt, single phase, 15- and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets or devices installed in dormitory unit locations, bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, closets, bathrooms, or similar rooms shall be protected by a listed arc- fault circuit interrupter circuit breaker. Please confirm if AFCI are required in compliance with NEC.

all electrical work will be in NEC compliance

The RFP design drawing does not indicate providing GFCI receptacles in the laundry room. Please confirm if GFCI receptacles are required in the laundry room to comply with NEC.

yes they should be included to be in compliance with NEC

Upon reviewing the project documents, we noted some discrepancies regarding the roofing scope:

a) Summary of Works – No mention of roofing replacement or repair.

b) Drawing Keynotes – D2: Remove existing roof assembly and prepare substructure to receive new roof.

A12: Install new roof to match existing in kind.

These suggest a full roof replacement for all three wings, as reflected in the drawings.

c) Basis of Design – Chapter 4 Structural – 4.1 General – 4.1.3 Basic Design Information - Figure 4-2 shows that only the center wing requires roof repair.

Please confirm if roofing work is included in the scope of work. If so, kindly specify whether it involves full replacement or partial repair, and indicate which wing(s) or section(s) are affected.

Full replacement of roof to match existing in kind.

Please specify the extent of re-grading to maintain positive drainage away from the building.

grade to the point to provide positive drainage control away from the building

Basis of Design - Chapter 1 Introduction - 1.2 Authorization - 1.2.1 Scope of Work states the following:

a) The existing doors, windows and protective shutters shall be replaced to meet current Anti- Terrorism/Force Protection requirements.

b) Provide handicap accessibility features in accordance with the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) requirements.

c) Site improvements include concrete sidewalk repairs to the existing building.

Please confirm if these items are included in the scope of work.

Yes to all

Summary of Works states that Palau is conditioned by a chilled water and a central chiller plant, and both will be replaced.

Kindly confirm if the chiller at Central Chiller Plant B25014 is part of the scope of works. We would also like to request for the equipment schedule for the existing chillers and chilled water pumps at B25014.

Scope of work would include removing the dorm from the chilled water plant and building a new one next to the building.

As far as we know, Repair concrete wall, columns, and beams spalling, Walkway non-skid, Window screen, Metal door (Room entry door, Center wings office/utility/game room/storage metal door), Wood door, Part of the storm shutter, Part of the windows have already been ordered to another company by “Typhoon Mawar Phase 2 & 3 Dorm Grouping Projects”. Please clarification.

Move ahead as if the Typhoon Mawar Phase 2 & 3 grouping project is not going thru.

Guardrail: Do we need to replace the whole thing or just some of the damage? Drawings A-011, D11 and A-201, A11 are marked differently. Please clarification.

Replace all guardrails

Confirm if AHU rooms which do not have installed ceiling needs to install acoustic ceiling tiles as reflected in RCP.

Yes: follow ceiling drawings

Confirm if exterior painting works is required on the entire exterior sides of the building.

Yes it is required.

Walk-in Closet: It’s not in the drawing, but there’s actually a walk-in closet in the room. Is it replacing the whole (Gypsum board wall, wood door, shelves, etc.) or just finishing works? Please clarification.

yes it is replacing the whole gypsum boards and finishing

In SOW, does the meaning of “full restroom renovation” mean to do renovation that maintains the existing layout plan, or to choose between the options of A-801 or Following A-101(E8)? Please clarification.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

Is the floor finishing of the room replaced with a ceramic tile or LVP? Please clarification.

Per the Andersen Air Force Base Installation Facilities Standards: dormitory flooring will be ceramic tile

Game room/ TV room

1) Ceiling finishing: Acoustic ceiling or Acoustic + G/B drop Ceiling?

2) Wall: Gypsum board wall full replace or just finishing replace?

3) Should we replace all the furniture including the cabinets?

Please clarification.

1) replace ceiling with what is currently there.

2) is a full replacement.

3) there is no furniture replacement in this project. However, any remaining equipment shall be remove and disposed of by the contractor.

34 Can we get As Built Drawings? See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

During our site visit, we observed that some door locks appear to be key cards or digital systems. Question: Please confirm the type of new door lock set required.

dorm room doors will have the key cards and the mech rooms will still have the traditional physical keys

During our site visit, we observed the newly installed CCTV system.

Question: Should the existing CCTV system remain in place, or is it to be removed and replaced as part of the project?

the CCTV system will remain. that system is less than 1 year.

During our site visit, we observed existing stainless-steel downspouts and gutters.

Question: Please Confirm if existing stainless-steel downspouts and gutters to remain, or should they be removed and replaced?

they should be removed and replaced in kind

Att. 1D_AJJY 25-1072M_35pct Design Drawings, Page 22 of 72, Sheet A-101, E8 shows Typical ABA Bathroom Layout.

Question: Please clarify the required quantity and locations of ABA-compliant bathrooms.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

Question: Please confirm whether parking restoration is included in the project scope.

the parking lot is not included in the project scope

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD

Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work 252.222-7000 Restrictions on Employment of Personnel (Mar 2000)

RESTRICTIONS ON EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONNEL (MAR

2000)

(a) The Contractor shall employ, for the purpose of performing that portion of the contract work in Guam, individuals who are residents thereof and who, in the case of any craft or trade, possess or would be able to acquire promptly the necessary skills to perform the contract.

(b) The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (b), in each subcontract awarded under this contract.

We would like to request clarification regarding any restrictions on the employment of non-U.S.

citizens, specifically those employed under H visa classifications.

Please confirm whether the use of H workers is permitted under this contract, or if there are any restrictions or additional requirements.

H Visa Class is allowed. Davis Bacon Act does not apply. However, please refer to "Att. 07_Common Construction Prevailing Wage Rates_Guam" for guidance on occupational pay scales.

Confirm if existing enclosure for the 225kVA transformer is included in the SOW.

enclosure is to be replaced in kind

Confirm if existing 16 PV (solar) panels on steel I-beam will be carefully removed and reinstated.

Plumbing drawings show solar panels getting replaced with new electric water heaters.

Confirm if existing built-up roof (BUR, where the existing solar panels sit) is included in the SOW; to be removed & replaced in kind.

Plumbing drawings show solar panels getting replaced with new electric water heaters.

A-801, please clarify if the four (4) Toilet & Bath Options will be bid alternates.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

In the 35% Design drawings, please confirm ceiling finish to be used for toilets.

replace in-kind

Demolition Roof Plan Drawing A-105, Keynotes D12 Remove Existing Roof Assembly and Prepare to receive New Roof. The existing Roofing System is BUR and still under Warranty per the Placards attached on the building wall. Kindly clarify if the scope.

roof replacement in kind, the current roof is alow slopped Modified Bitumen roof.

For the Spalls and Crack Repair. For the uniformity of the bid, can the Government to provide approximate quantities for the Crack and Spalls repair.

all cracks and spalls will be repaired.

Access to the roof was not provided during the site visit. Document A-051 calls for the removal of the existing roof. Please confirm the extent of roof demolition and scope of new works as well as the existing roof assembly.

roof replacement in kind, the current roof is alow slopped Modified Bitumen roof.

The site visit did not allow for a full external inspection of all 3 buildings. We humbly request for a second site visit to clearly identify and map all existing damage to the underside of the slab, cantilever beams, floor and wall (Stud wall and CMU) locations, which are not reflected on drawings/plans issued and will be for field verification for actual locations.

a secondary site visit will not be included prior to the bids being due

Drawing A-801 provides for (4) alternate bathroom layout options for each dorm room. However, Att.+1E 35% Concept Design, Page 20 states :"Although alternative dorm room restroom configurations were explored, the restrooms will remain in their current configuration. The restrooms are being completely renovated.

Currently there is one (1) shared shower and water closet for every two (2) sleeping rooms, and the intent is for this arrangement to remain. ABA handicap compliance will be evaluated and may result in several restrooms being designed in compliance." Should contractors disregard options A-D and maintain existing layout?

Please confirm government's intent.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

Tender will provide for 4-Options (Options A to D) for room accommodation as reflected on Dwg.A-801. Elemental quantities will vary accordingly with respect to Demolition wall, new works for stud wall, finishes, fixtures and services. Please confirm.

2 Bath Option A has been selected from the Bathroom Option

Dorm room ceiling assumed the same orientation as reflected on Option Plans A to D, assumed uniform Ceiling height at 7'-5".

Please confirm or state otherwise.

yes the ceiling height should be uniformed

Dorm room wall finishes assumed the same orientation as reflected on Option Plans A to D, and assumed uniform wall finishes height at 7'-5". Please confirm or state otherwise.

yes the ceiling height should be uniformed

Please provide approved material specifications required for additional reinforcement, rebar anti corrosion bonding compound, epoxy concrete patch, epoxy binder, high strength non-shrink polymer modified concrete for spalls repair.

Per Drawing S-402, repair with high strength non-shrink polymer modified concrete or other equally capable material to ensure repair work matches exisiting

Spall will be classified as reflected in drawings S-401 to S-402 in varying measurements identified, located and verified on site for North, South and Central Bldg:

All cracks and spalls will be repaired.

Please provide plans/drawings, scope of works for ancillary building (pump room), if so required in the completion of the project scope.

See Attachment 10, Pump Room Photos

Generally, Exterior renovations work scope includes for Façade re-paint, corridor floor and stairs re-paint and new balcony metal railings. Please confirm or state otherwise.

Confirmed

Generally, screen block wall will be considered for re-paint, 27'- 4" high to north and south bldg. and 17'-5" high to central bldg. Please confirm or state otherwise.

Confirmed

Stair handrails will remain and be repainted. Please confirm if the stair handrail is to be repainted.

Yes, stair handrails will be repainted

The existing chiller is subject for replacement. However, the unit is currently serving three (3) buildings. Does this mean that the new chiller unit will still serve the 3 buildings or can we just isolate the chilled water system of the Palau Building?

The new chiller will only supply this building and you will remove this building from the chiller plant.

Could you provide the existing Mechanical, Electrical, and HVAC Plans?

See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

Can we get more information of the pump room? It was currently locked during the site visit.

See Attachment 10, Pump Room Photos

Are the restroom exhaust ducts and roof-mounted exhaust fans to be replaced or remain?

Yes , they are to be replaced

Confirm if a new separate service (i.e. New pad-mounted transformer) will be provided for the new packaged air-cooled chiller at the exterior of the building.

New separate service will not be provided.

Our understanding is that the Energy Star program for lighting has ended in 2024. Please confirm that Energy Star Light fixtures are not required.

Yes this program did end in 2024 and is no longer requered to be followed.

Our understanding is CATV Coaxial systems are being phased out by Local commercial providers. Confirm if CATV will be provided.

CATV will not be provided from the government

Confirm if commercial telecommunications services (i.e. voices, internet, digital cable) are required.

Pending Response

Per ICX Cybersecurity and Engineering (RICE) 2025, government network is required. Please provide distribution map of government telecommunication services within the vicinity of the project.

There is currently a 24 str single mode cable feeding 25016.

Please confirm location of government telecommunication cabinet for ICS.

Per the electical drawings it looks like it is in room 130 also known as the dorm management office

Please confirm if separate telecommunication rooms will be required.

Preferably the telecommunication room is separated from other utilities to prevent the room being exposed to adverse or dangerous conditions that can affect the possible work or damage to the installed equipment. 24/7 environmental controls are required in accordance with TIA-569-B.

Please confirm if government network outlets are required other than those for ICS/FRCS.

Government network outlets will only be required for the ICS/FRCS locations

What are the wire insulation types from the Pad Mount Transformer to the downstream building distribution system?

those that are NEC compliant

Panel schedules indicating the electrical and NEMA enclosure ratings. (Distribution Panel “DP1”, Distribution Panel “DP3”, Panel “E1”, Panel “E3”, Panel “1A” – “1H”, Panel “2A” – “2H”, Panel “3A” – “3H”)

No Question here, What/where are the Lighting fixture type markings and circuit groupings on the lighting layout?

Not shown on Drawings. Replace in kind.

What/where are the Receptacle outlets circuit groupings on the power layout?

Replace in kind.

76 Pad-mount transformer exact location. Location to be determined by contractor AE Firm and approved by Government.

Please provide the Motor control panel location, including the wiring diagram.

See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

78 Telecommunication (CATV and Telephone) one-line diagram. See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

Riser diagram or one-line diagram for the Telecom Voice/Data and

CATV.

See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

Site layout for the point of connection, if new, also how many strands of fiber and how many pairs of copper.

24SM FO cable

What cables are to be used, Cat6A or Cat6 4-pairs UTP (non-shielded), and indicate the cable color?

Cat6 UTP (Green or Blue are acceptable for NIPR net)

How many cables are needed for the telephone outlet for desk-type handset (Key System)? (See Legend E-003 Drawing) two patch cables per desk

How many cables are needed for Page /Party telephone outlet for desk-type and wall-type handset? (See Legend E-003 Drawing)

N/A

How many cables are needed for data input/output cable outlet, only

(1) RG6? (See Legend E-003 Drawing)

24SM FO cable for input then enough to feed the entire builind on the output

85 Size of Telecom Cabinet and CATV Cabinet.

The cabinets will be 45 RU minimum, 78 inches high x 24 inches wide x 48 inches deep, Seismic Zone 4 NEBS GR-63 CORE compliant, 19-inch equipment mounting rack with full height vertical cable management and vertical Power Distribution Unit PDU.

Cabinets must be mounted to the true floor. Cabinet will be provided with a full height vertical grounding bar, for use with 2-hole lugs. All cabinets will be lockable.

Is there a main telecom room in the building? Any requirement for a floor-mounted Telecom cabinet?

The room should be following the UFC 3‑580-01, and the ANSI/TIA/EIA wiring standards. All cabinets should be

Reference to Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, PART IV - BONDING, BID GUARANTEE, and LETTER OF

GOOD FINANCIAL STANDING:

This paragraph states that “The Offeror shall submit proof of bonding capacity for 100% of the proposal price”. However, clause 52.228-15 Performance and Payment Bonds—Construction (Deviation 2020-O0016) requires both Performance Bonds and Payment Bonds at 100% of the original contract price, which would imply a total bonding requirement of 200% of the contract price.

a) Please clarify the actual bonding requirement for this solicitation—is it 100% or 200% of the contract price.

This paragraph states that “To be considered, the contractor must have a letter from an approved surety that states the contractor has a relationship with the company and required bonding capacity has been obtained or will be obtained upon award”. List of certified sureties:

https://www.fiscal.treasury.gov/surety-bonds/list-certified-companies.html.

However, clause 52.228-15 Performance and Payment Bonds and 52.228-1 Bid Guarantee – specified the other acceptable security such as postal money order, certified check, cashier's check, irrevocable letter of credit, or, in accordance with Treasury Department regulations, certain bonds or notes of the United States.

b) Please therefore confirm that the Offeror/Contractor can provide performance bond and bid guarantee in the form of either of the following

- Postal Money Order

- Certified checks

- Cashier’s checks

- Certain Bonds

- Irrevocable letter of credit

- Certain notes of the United States

a) Performance and Payment Bonds are separate types of bonds. The requirement for each type of bond is 100pct of the contract price. Reference FAR 28.102-2. Note: Clause 52.228-15 in the Soicitation is not a deviation clause.

b) FAR 28.102-1 requires performance and payment bonds for any contract exceeding $150,000. As covered in the solicitation, the magnitude of this project is between $25M - $100M. The other forms of security referenced in this question are considered alternative payment protections and apply to construction contracts greater than $35k but not greater than $150k. As clauses 52.228- 1 and 52.228-15 covers all types of applicable construction contracts and magnitude, the alternative payment protections are included in the event any particular solicitation falls between the $35k - $150k threshold.

Kindly provide photos of the following locations that were unable to access during the site visit:

a. Small room located outside the boiler room, near the back parking lot

b. Chiller unit, which is situated in a building across the lot

c. Solar panels located on the roof of Wing 2

See Attachments 9, As-Builts & Attachement 10, Pump Room Photos.

Reference to Statement of Work (SOW), section L. BUILDING / AREA OCCUPANCY, This section states, “The area will be active and will be occupied during the performance of work under this contract.”

- Please clarify how many rooms or sections are required to remain active throughout the duration of the work.

the building will be turned over entirely to the KTR and their will be no occupants during construction

Please confirm whether the scope of work includes the removal and replacement of solar panels.

Solar panels are to be removed. See Plumbing Drawings for details.

Please confirm whether the scope of work includes renovation of the parking lot.

current parking lot is outside the scope of work for this project

As per RFP scope of work & design documents shared, it is noted that the HVAC work is only referred to the replacement of Chiller, pump, and chilled water piping, AHUs, VAVs and air conditioning ducts. No reference for the replacement/new requirement of ventilation system in restroom, laundry or any other areas.

- Please confirm that exhaust ventilation works to be considered under this new project scope of work.

it should be looked at as a total HVAC replacement to include the ventilation system in restroom, laundry or any other areas.

According to section 5-5 Coordination with Installation or outside Agencies, the building will have a DDC system that communicates using the BACnet protocol and can be connected to a base wide Energy Monitoring and Control System (EMCS).

- Please provide the existing front-end software name and version of base wide Energy Monitoring and Control System (EMCS) along with BMS network architecture to confirm the compatibility with the new proposed DDC system.

BMS front-end software system is Alerton / Compass 2 for the base.

Statement of work (SOW), I. SCOPE item B specifies that “Electrical updates include an update to the entire electrical distribution system. The system updates will include a complete replacement of electrical distribution from the pad mount transformer secondary conductors to the entire downstream building distribution system.”

- Kindly share the existing electrical utility drawing that show the secondary distribution cables from existing 225kVA pad mounted transformers to existing main distribution panels (MDPs) in mechanical/electrical room or provide the approximate cable lengths or distances involved.

See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

35% Basis of Design (BOD) and associated design drawings specify communication outlets, however, there are no further details provided regarding the overall telecommunication distribution system.

a. Please confirm if the contractor (KTR) should include the supply and installation of communication outlets, telecommunications cabinets, containment systems, and all associated cabling (including Category 6, fiber optic, and copper) from the telecommunications cabinets to the individual outlets as part of the Inside Plant (ISP) infrastructure?

b. Please provide details or existing documentation regarding the Outside Plant (OSP) fiber optic and copper cables entering the facility.

A. Yes they will be supplies and meet with base and industry standards.

B. There is currently a 24 str single mode cable feeding 25016.

Reference to Att. 1D_AJJY 25-1072M_35pct Design Drawings and Concept Design. There were no utility drawings available.

- Please provide the location of existing water pipe connection point, pipe size and type of material.

See Attachment 9, As-Builts.

Reference to Att. 1D_AJJY 25-1072M_35pct Design Drawings and Concept Design. There were no drawings/details available for sewer pipe connection point.

- Please provide the location of existing sewer pipe connection point including the pipe size and material type.

See Attachment 9, As Builts

Does the KTR have to replace the existing water softening system?

Please also provide the details of existing water softener.

there is no exisiting water softener in the facility so one is not needed to be replaced

Kindly confirm the quantity of washing machines required for the laundry rooms, as the 35% design drawings do not have these details.

KTR is not supplying washer and dryers; those are funishings and not a part of this project. However, Contractor shall remove and dispose of any remaining washers or dryers.

100 Please provide the capacity of existing Water Heater. See Attachment 10, Pump Room Photos.

Kindly advise if any kitchen sinks to be provided in the first floor center wing Kitchen.

Yes per the current drawings.

Please confirm if gypsum board removal and installation are included in the scope of work. If so, kindly specify whether it involves a full or partial replacement. For partial replacements, please identify the affected areas.

it will be a complete remodel not a partial.

We kindly request an additional two-week extension to complete our bid preparation. This extension will help ensure the quality and completeness of our submission.

Proposals continue to be due on 23June25 by 04:00pm

How many cables are needed for telephone outlets, desk type handset (k-Key system)? Reference Drawing E-003

N/A

How many cables are needed for Page /Party telephone outlets, desk type handset? Reference Drawing E-003.

N/A

Document: Att. 01_AJJY 25-1072M_Statement of Work (SOW)_15May25, Page 18 of 36, Specialized CQC Personnel: “In addition to CQC personnel specified elsewhere in the contract, provide as part of the CQC organization specialized personnel to assist the CQC System Manager for the following areas: electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, fire protection, and architectural. These individuals or specialized technical companies are directly employed by the prime Contractor and cannot be employed by a supplier or subcontractor on this project; be responsible to the CQC System Manager; be physically present at the construction site during work on the specialized personnel’s areas of responsibility; have the necessary education or experience in accordance with the experience matrix listed herein on the next page. These individuals have no other duties other than quality control.

Question: Please confirm on whether individuals or specialized technical companies who are involved in the design of the project may also perform specialized CQC functions, provided they Meet the necessary education or experience in accordance with the experience matrix.

Yes if they meet the Specialized CQC Personnel requirements.

During Site Visit we saw some exterior structures/Pavillion other than Main Building.

Question: please confirm whether the complete renovation of these structures is included in the scope of work (SOW)? If so, kindly provide the as-built drawings or dimensions, along with any specific requirements for these structures.

this project is just for the dorm building

During the Site Visit we saw some portions of Exterior Insulation and Finishing System (EIFS) walls were damaged.

Question: please confirm whether the wall need to repair only or SOW includes complete replacement of these walls.

All building damage shall be repaired

For the Hazmat works, kindly clarify that Hazmat testing cost is only required for the bid price. If found positive after testing, the cost for Hazmat Abatement and Removal will be subject for the cost change. Please clarify.

HAZMAT assessment will be included in CLIN 0001 base bid. If any HAZMAT abatement and remediation is required, the contractor shall perform as part of a contract modification post-award.

Kindly clarify that the Interior Doors and Door Hardware at Restroom and Walk-in closet are not to be replaced.

interior doors and harware are to be replaced.

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