RFI - QandA FA524025R0003 11JUL25.pdf

Question # Government Response

We are planning to use in this Rota Dorm bid the same projects that we sent out to our customers/clients (for them to complete and directly submit PPQ’s) for the Palau Dorm. Do we still need to request for PPQ’s for the same projects for use in this Rota Dorm solicitation?

PPQ's may be submitted for multiple offers, however submissions still need to come from the evaluater not the contractor.

Please refer to Section L for PPQ submission requirements.

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.

The use of approved H2B workers is permissable.

3 Please specify which bathroom layout option to use. See Sheet A-801. Bathroom Option A shown on drawing A-801 shall be used.

4 Please confirm if the new bathroom door for the new bathroom layout is included in the scope of work. New Bathroom doors are included in this project.

5 Kindly confirm if we are required to use JCI exclusively for the DDC system. Only Alerton, Inc DDCs are specified for this project

6 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). Only Trane, Carrier or Smardt Chillers are specified for this project

FA524025R0003 - AJJY 25-1073M Repair Rota Dorm B25017- Questions & Answers (Q&A)

7 Summary of works states that Rota is conditioned by a chilled water and a central chiller plant- both will be replaced.

The Rota Dorm shall be removed from the existing chiller plant and a new standalone chiller for the Rota Dorm shall be furnished and installed by the contractor.

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

The Rota Dorm shall be removed from the existing chiller plant and a new standalone chiller for the Rota Dorm shall be furnished and installed by the contractor. The existing equipment schedule is not available at this time.

GENERAL INFORMATIONL. 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 going to phase our work and provide temporary cooling for the occupants.

The building will not be occupied during the performance of work.

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.

Roof replacement is included in this project on all three wings, and it is a full roof replacement.

11 Please specify the extent of re-grading to maintain positive drainage away from the building. Regrading shall be designed to maintain positive drainage around entire 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.

Confirmed all these items are included in this project

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 in 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.

Is a Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) required to be provided? If so, does this eliminate the need for a precooler unit? Additionally, does the DOAS supply air directly supplied to the conditioned spaces, or is it acceptable to connect the DOAS supply to the return side of the Air Handling Unit (AHU)?

DOAS is required, The design specifications for piping shall be determined by your Designer of Record and shall meet all DOD and local requirements.

As per the 35% concept design, the building chilled water is coming from the Central chiller Plant at B25014. The new work 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 Rota Dorm or will this be a back-up for the central chiller plant? Kindly clarify.

The purpose would be to removed Rota from the chiller plant and install a new chiller for this building.

As per the 35% concept design, the building chilled water is coming from the Central chiller Plant at B25014. The new work 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 Rota Dorm or will this be a back-up for the central chiller plant? Kindly clarify.

The Rota Dorm shall be removed from the existing chiller plant and a new stand-alone chiller for the Rota Dorm shall be furnished and installed by the contractor.

17 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. Full gypsum board removal and replacement is included.

18 Is it the intent of the project to remove all the roof mounted exhaust fans and replace it with roof caps for the exhaust system of the bathrooms? The bathroom exhaust system shall be replaced in kind

35% Concept design specifies that the new above floor, under floor and underground sanitary piping will be schedule 40 PVC. Please confirm if we are to use Schedule 40 PVC for all the above ground and below ground sanitary and vent piping for this project.

The design specifications for piping shall be determined by your Designer of Record and shall meet all DOD and local requirements.

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 have already been ordered to another company by “Typhoon Mawar Phase 2 & 3 Dorm Grouping Projects”. Please clarification.

Contractors shall disregard the Typhoon Mawar Phase 2 & 3 Dorm Grouping Projects scope.

21 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. New Guardrails shall be in compliance with all local, Federal and DOD construction and safety codes.

22 Confirm if AHU rooms which do not have installed ceiling needs to install acoustic ceiling tiles as reflected in RCP. Per the drawings ceiling tiles shall be installed.

23 Confirm if exterior painting and walkway non-skid works are required on the entire exterior sides of the building. Yes, on both exterior painting and walkway non-skid surfaces are required for this project.

24 Should the handrail on the outer staircase also remove the existing and install a new handrail? Handrails are to remain but shall be repainted and repaired as needed.

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.

All Gypsum board walls, doors, shelves, etc. shall be replaced in kind.

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.

Bathroom Option A shown on drawing A-801 shall be used.

27 Is the floor finishing of the room replaced with a ceramic tile or LVP? Please clarification. Room flooring should be ceramic tile per the base design standards.

Currently, the window storm shutter is installed in two types: Screen type (South, North wing) and roll-up type (Center wing). Should we replace it according to the existing installed type? If it is unified to one type, which type should we replace it with? Please clarification.

All storm shutter replacements shall be the screen type.

It appears that not all spalling information for the Palau dorms has been provided by Andersen. To support our assessment, we would like to take photos and videos during the upcoming site visit for the Rota dorms. Could we kindly request camera passes for all attendees in advance of the site visit scheduled for this Thursday, 26 June 2025?

Yes you were allowed to take both pictures and video of the dorms and this was explained during the initial briefing for the project site visit.

30 Could we request for the Architectural Drawings for the Rota Dorms? Yes, As-builts will be provided

31 Could we request the full set of as-built drawings for the Rota Dorms? Yes, As-builts will be provided

32 Could you provide the existing Mechanical, Electrical, and HVAC Plans? Yes, As-builts will be provided

33 For the replacement of the roof, please clarify if the roof slab is to be completely demolished. Please provide structural as-built detail plans/specifications to match the new in-kind. Roof slab not to be demolished. Structural As-Builts to be provided if available

34 Is there a requirement for the dorms' stand-alone chiller to be housed in a new plant room? If a new plant room is required, please provide plans/drawings.

No chiller Plant Room requirement. Chiller location to be determined by contractor Design Team with Government approval and shall be designed to provide necessary service per base specifications. Project Chillers shall be by Trane, Smardt or Carrier in lieu of Dunham Bush as described in in SOW. HVAC DDCs shall be by Alerton in lieu of Johnson Controls as described in

SOW.

35 S-301 Balcony Railing details, call out for both the removal of damaged railing and the undamaged railing to remain. Please confirm if the tender is required for the partial replacement of the balcony railing. All railings are to be replaced and shall be in compliance with all DOD, local, federal and safety construction codes.

36 A-801 bathroom Option plan is for five alternate toilet and bathroom layouts. Please clarify which Toilet & Bath options to consider for this tender. Bathroom Option A shown on drawing A-801 shall be used.

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

Project scope includes painting entire building facades and all building corridors, ceilings, walls, stairs and railings. Project scope also includes replacing all building railings.

38 Would the screen block wall be considered for re-paint? Please confirm. Yes, screen block is considered for repaint and spall repair.

39 Stair handrails will remain and be re-painted. please confirm if the stair handrail is to be re-painted. Yes, the stair handrails will be repainted

40 Please provide location and structural details for the pad for equipment. Equipment pad locations to be determined by contractor Design Team with Government approval.

41 Please provide equipment schedule for Mechanical and Electrical Equipment. Scheduled Mechanical and Electrical Equipment shall be determined by contractor Design Team with Government approval and shall be designed to provide necessary service per base specifications

42 Provide ductworks sizes and dimension for HVAC. Ductwork sizes and dimensions to be determined by contractor Design Team with Government approval and shall be designed to provide necessary service per base specifications.

We have reviewed the RFP documentation for AJJY 24-1098M Building 25017 Rota Hall and have identified discrepancies between two versions of the Architectural and Structural Statements of Work (SOW), which require clarification for accurate proposal development and pricing.

According to the RFP SOW dated February 10, 2025, “The purpose of this Design Build Project is to design and fully repair Rota Dorm (B25017) which includes renovation of interiors including floors, walls, ceiling finishes, full restroom renovation, updating code for energy and life safety, exterior renovations resulting from recent storm damage. Walkway slabs and spandrel beams will be repaired.”

According to the RFP 35% Design dated July 12, 2024, “Major items in this design focus on bringing the facility up to modern Unified Facility Criteria as well as Air Force Installation facility standards. Repair by replacing all interior finishes including painting, floor and ceiling systems. The existing doors, windows and protective shutters shall be replaced to meet current Anti- Terrorism/Force Protection Requirements.”

Request for Clarification:

SOW would be greatly appreciated.

Disregard consolidated dorm project (AJJY 24-1098) scope.

44 - Part 1 (Details)

The Rota Hall (B25017) was bid on February 25, 2025, and some of the architectural work outlined in the SOW is identical to the scope in the new RFP dated June 25, 2025.

Below is the scope of work identified in the RFP dated Feb 10, 2025, AJJY 24-1098M Building 25017, SOW dated 26 July 2024, prepared by Allan Evangelista 36 CES/CENM:

Architectural Demolition Work:

a. Provide asbestos and lead testing and abatement of an approximate area of 15,000 sf.

b. Provide mold testing and remediation of an approximate area of 1,000 sf.

c. Remove and dispose damage existing walkway with an approximate area of 4,506 sf.

d. Remove and dispose damage existing walkway, non-skid surfacing with an approximate area of 15,456 sf.

e. Remove and dispose exterior spalling stairwell riser and threads with an approximate area of 6,216 sf.

f. Remove and dispose damage existing 4’x 3’ (2 each) window screen.

g. Remove and dispose damage existing 6'x7' double door and hardware (3 each)

h. Remove and dispose damage existing 3' x T single door and hardware (1each).

i. Remove and dispose damage existing 48'’ x 96’’storm shutter (3 each).

j. Remove and dispose damage existing 2' x 2' ceiling tile for 3-residential units with an approximate area of 865 sf.

k. Remediate entire residential units (3- residential units) from suspected molds with an approximate area of 865 sf.

l. Remove and dispose damage existing wall paint for 3- residential units with an approximate area of 865 sf.

m. Remove and dispose existing 24"H x 9.5” W fire extinguisher cabinet 12 ea.

Disregard consolidated dorm project (AJJY 24-1098) scope.

44 - Part 2 (Details)

Repair and Construction Work for Architectural

a. Provide asbestos and lead testing and abatement of an approximate area of 15.000 sf.

b. Provide mold testing and remediation of an approximate area of 1,000 sf. for 3 units.

c. Repair existing damage spalling walkway with an approximate area of 4,506 sf.

d. Repair damage existing exterior concrete corridor walkway. non-skid surface with an approximate area of 15.456 sf.

e. Repair exterior spalling at stairwell riser and threaded. non-skid with an approximate area of 6,216 sf.

f. Provide and install 2 ea. new 4’ x 3’ window screen including appurtenances for a complete and usable product.

g. Provide and install new 3 ea. 6' x7’double door to include all materials but not limited to door frames. door lock and other appurtenances for a complete and usable product.

h. Provide and install 2 ea. new 3’ x 7’ single door to include all materials but not limited to door frame. door lock. and other appurtenances for a complete and usable product.

i. Provide and install new 3 ea. 48” x 96” storm shutter to include but not limited to exterior shutter. aluminum. louver, and paint.

j. Provide and install new 2· x 2· ceiling tiles for the 3 residential units with an approximate area of 865 sf.

k. Remediate entire residential units (3- residential units) from suspected molds with an approximate area of 865 sf.

l. Provide and apply new wall paint in the 3 residential units with an approximate area of 865 sf.

m. Provide and install new 12 ea. fire extinguisher 24”H x 9.5'' W x 7/8”D.Mechanical Demolition Work:

a. Remove and dispose damage existing 3 ea. 2' x 2' return air grill for 3- residential units.

b. Remove and dispose existing I each 4"' x 4'' exhaust vent grills and its accessories.

Mechanical New Work:

a. Provide and install 23 ea. new roof fan exhauster to include but is not limited to roof exhaust fan, back draft damper, V Belt drive, IT stainless curb. and fan motor.

b. Clean existing interior exhaust air duct at least 3 ft of the ductwork prior to the reconnecting to the new equipment.

c. Provide and install new 4. x 4. exhaust vent grill.

d. Test and balance the air distribution AABC and NEBB certification is required to unit installed. Submit balancing report to the Gov·t for verification and approval.

Disregard consolidated dorm project (AJJY 24-1098) scope.

44 - Part 3 (Details & Question)

Electrical Demolition Work:

a. Remove and dispose damage existing exterior electrical conduit including elbow. 2 inch (IO If.) and other fittings.

b. Remove and dispose damage existing I ea. electrical junction box 8'" x 8'' including conduit, fittings. and cover.

c. Remove and dispose damage existing 6 ea. fire alarm pull box 4 ¾.. H x 3 1/4"' W x7/8"" D.

d. Remove and dispose damage existing 13 ea. roof exhaust fan to include but not limited to conduit, wires, circuit breakers, and disconnect.

e. Remove and disposed damage existing I ea. exterior flood lighting 9 x T' and its wires, conduit. and accessories.

f. Remove and dispose damage existing 3 ea. emergency light fixture (2 - 2 feet fluorescent bulb for the 3-units.

g. Remove and dispose damage existing 3 ea. television outlet for the 3-residential units.

h. Remove and dispose damage existing 3 ea. smoke alarm for the 3-residential unit.

Electrical New Work:

a. Provide and install new stainless steel NEMA 4X disconnect switch for the new roof exhaust fan.

b. Provide all new materials to include but not limited for roof exhaust fan disconnect. wires. conduit. and other appurtenances for a complete and useable product.

c. Provide and install new 2 ea. flood lighting to include all materials but not limited to flood light. wires. conduit. hanger and supports.

d. Provide and install new 7 ea. wall pack lighting to include all new materials but not limited to wall pack light. wires.

conduits. hanger and supports.

Given the overlap in the scope of work, should the scope outlined in the RFP for AJJY 24-1098M Building 25017, Rota Hall (dated February 2025) be excluded from the new RFP for Project No. AJJY 25-1073M, Repair Rota Dormitory (B25017)?

Disregard consolidated dorm project (AJJY 24-1098) scope.

Please confirm that the scope of work for HAZMAT is limited to a HazMat Assessment only. Per RFP dated Feb 25, 2025 “AJJY 24-1098M, Rota Hall Building 25017, SOW dated 26 July 2024, the HazMat Abatement (Asbestos and Mold) is included.

Disregard consolidated dorm project (AJJY 24-1098) scope.

46 Please clarify whether the existing furred wall gypsum board along the exterior building walls need to be replaced with new insulated gypsum furred walls? If so, should the insulation be spray-applied with an R-Value of 4.

Any insulated Gypsum walls shall be replaced in kind. Insulation shall be specified by contractor Design Team and shall meet all local and federal construction code.

47 The RFP SOW dated July 12, 2024, on page 22, first paragraph, mentions that the existing roof underside is expected to have sprayed insulation with an approximate R-value of 20. Please confirm

Please refer to most up to date SOW dated February 10, 2025. This RFI is referencing an outdated SOW. Existing Roof and Roof underside shall be replaced in kind and shall meet all local and federal construction codes.

Both the RFP SOW dated July 12, 2024, and February 10, 2025, do not specify any requirements for Telecommunication (e.g., Telephone, CATV, CCTV). Could you please confirm that Telecommunication is not required for this project?

Telecommunications is included in this project. The CCTV system and components shall be protected and kept operational during the project.

According to the RFP SOW dated July 12, 2024, on page 30, Paragraph 7-5-3, it states that Fire Hydrants will be provided. However, the provided reference drawing CS101 Site and Utility Plan - Rota and its associated notes do not indicate any requirement for a Fire Hydrant. Could you please confirm if the installation of a new Fire Hydrant is required, and if so, where it will be located?

Fire Hydrant replacement is not a part of this RFP

According to the RFP SOW dated July 12, 2024, on page 8, Paragraph 2-2.1 Grading, the second paragraph mentions that UFC 3-201-01 Section 2-8 requires buildings to be elevated above the base flood elevation (BFE) when practicable. However, since this is an existing building, the site is limited by boundaries and existing conditions. The feasibility and extent of grading will be determined upon receipt of the survey data as the project progresses. Please confirm that the Grading SOW is not part of the bid, and that the actual scope of work and associated costs will be determined based on the survey data. This will then be addressed as a change order to the contractor as the project moves forward.

It would not be feasible to try to raise the elevation above the flood elevation, thus the requirement to regrade around the building is to ensure that the water either drains away from the facility and or is diverted so that flooding into the building is mitigated.

During the site visit and inspection on June 26, 2025, it was observed that the existing windows have two types of secondary protection:

Please confirm that all existing window protection will be removed and replaced with the same type of protection for each respective window.

All storm shutters shall be replaced with perforated aluminum screens.

11. Re: RFP Basis of Design – 35% Concept Design, Page 15, Figure 4-2

The RFP states, “THE CENTER WING REQUIRES REPAIR TO THE EXISTING ROOF,” while the provided 35% RFP drawing (A1/A-051, Existing and Demolition Roof Plan, Key Notes D12) specifies the scope of work (SOW) as “REMOVE EXISTING ROOF ASSEMBLY AND PREPARE SUBSTRUCTURE TO RECEIVE NEW ROOF.” However, Drawings A1/A-103 (Level 3 - New Roof Plan) and A1/A-151 (New Roof Plan) indicate the SOW as “INSTALL NEW ROOF TO MATCH EXISTING IN KIND.”

During the site visit and inspection on June 26, 2025, it was observed that the center wing roof has an insulated bitumen roofing system, roof coating on eaves (approximately 5 feet wide in the corridor area), and that all stainless steel gutters, eave flashings, roof drains, and downspouts are in good condition.

Clarification Request:

Does the SOW “REMOVE EXISTING ROOF ASSEMBLY AND PREPARE SUBSTRUCTURE TO RECEIVE NEW ROOF” require the existing roof slab to be demolished and replaced with a new CIP reinforced concrete roof slab before installing the new insulated bitumen roofing? Or does it only require the removal of the existing insulated bitumen roofing and surface preparation of the existing roof slab prior to installing the new insulated bitumen roofing?

Contractor shall remove the existing insulated bitumen roofing and install new roofing system to match the existing roof.

During the site visit and inspection on June 26, 2025, it was noted that there are no existing spalls or cracks on the spandrel, underside of corridors, or the roof underside. Please confirm that concrete spall and crack repairs are not included in this RFP.

All spalls and cracks are included in this scope of work. Contractor shall repair all spalls and cracks.

54 Do the existing stainless steel roof gutters, eave flashings, roof drains, and downspouts need to be removed and replaced with new ones to match the existing in kind, or are they to remain as they are? Please advise. Yes they need to be removed and replaced in-kind.

55 Does the existing aluminum louver of all mechanical rooms need to be removed and replace with new in kind?

Please advise. Yes, this is included in the scope of work for replacement.

The RFP SOW specifies that the scope is limited to interior renovations, including interior painting. Please confirm that exterior surfaces of the building (such as walls, roof eaves, 2nd and 3rd floor corridor undersides, and stairs) are excluded from the painting work.

This is incorrect. In this project there is both and interior and exterior project. Exterior work includes painting, spall and crack repair, and roof repair, exterior paint, etc.

57 Is MEC required for this RFP? Please advise. MEC requirements are specified in the SOW.

58 Please confirm that the new building electrical power system shall be connected to existing dedicated two (2) 208/120v, three-phase, 225kVA pad mounted transformer. Per NEC regulations the 225kVA shall be replaced

We are requesting a 3-week bid extension from the bid date of July 16, 2025, due to the following reasons.

System, Fire Protection System and Electrical System.

The proposal due date will remain July 16, 2025 at 4:00PM AEST.

60 Risk category according to plans appears to be lower than required by UFC for dormitories, is the ASCE 7/UFC risk categories to be followed? ASCE 7/UFC risk categories should be followed.

AT/FP documentation is provided, will there be a component of the project to determine AT/FP resistance capabilities of building? If so, will standoff distance, explosive weight and other necessary data be provided? Will access to SBEDs be required?

Single-Degree-of-Freedom Blast Effects Design Spreadsheet (SBED) will not be needed. AT/FP will be a part of design components for doors/windows, building for the new chiller and grading aspects not a redesign to mitigate building dimensions or size.

62 Are dormitories to be occupied during the restoration? There will be no occupants during construction.

63 Are cladding and roofing upgrades a part of the contract? Replace in kind project, the project 100% design must be to current UFCs and UFGS.

64 Will seismic restraint upgrades of the MEP systems be a part of the contract? Seismic restraints shall be specified by contractor Design Team and shall conform to all local, federal and DOD construction codes.

65 Can we request for structural as-built drawings? As-Built drawings will be provided

66 Can you confirm the structural systems of the building (RC moment frame, CIP slabs, slab decking, CMU shear walls, RC shear walls)? See As-Built Drawings and Final 35% Concept Design Drawings for Details

67 Are there new architectural and/or mechanical elements being added to the existing design of the building (i.e.

new RTUs, new floor occupancy)?

This dorm shall be removed from the existing dormitory chiller plant system and contractor shall furnish and install a new chiller specifically for this dormitory.

68 Is it required to perform a full structural analysis of the existing building or is analysis limited to areas with visible deterioration of structural elements and/or areas with added loads? Contractor shall provide complete and structurally sound building upon construction completion.

69 If there are new loads to the structure, is it expected to evaluate existing foundations for capacity? Contractor shall provide complete and structurally sound building upon construction completion.

70 If asbestos-containing materials are discovered during demolition, will asbestos remediation be included in the scope of this contract.

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.

The scope of work includes “updating energy and life safety” This suggest that a comprehensive evaluation of the building envelope is required, including the roof, to ensure compliance with the current energy efficiency standards. Depending on the findings, the entire roof system may need to be replaced or upgraded to meet the energy code requirements. Please clarify.

Full replacement of roof to match existing in kind, is a part of this project so this does cover the entire building envelope.

Could the government kindly confirm if offerors are permitted to submit more than 2 pages/project in Attachment 03 (Past Performance Fact Sheets)? If "YES" could the government kindly confirm if there is a maximum page allowance/project for Attachment 03?

There are no page restrictions as it pertains to the fact sheets. Per Section L of the solicitation, all offerors shall provide a list of no more than five (5) individual projects that are the most relevant contracts completed by solicitation issue date for any customer using the Past Performance Fact Sheet.

In Section M - Past Performance Evaluation Factor Recency on pg. 48 of the RFP, the government states that "Recent past performance information includes contracts performed and/or being performed for any customer with in the last …," however in Section L - (a) on page 40 of the RFP, states "projects that are the most relevant contracts completed by the solicitation....," could the government kindly confirm if projects that are 90% substantially complete or greater are acceptable? Requiring this threshold is in the best interest of the government as it more accurately demonstrates an offeror's recent and relevant experience and past performance that is substantially complete, therefore decreasing risk of performance for the government and ensuring fair competition across all offerors.

Projects that are 90% substantially complete or greater are acceptable.

74 [Based on answer to Question (73)]. Could the government kindly confirm if interim CPARS for Past Performance projects that are 90% substantially complete are acceptable for submittal? Projects that are 90% substantially complete or greater are acceptable.

We are respectfully requesting an extension of at least 10 business days from receipt of government responses to questions in order to allow offerors reasonable time to incorporate responses into proposals and ensure complete, accurate submittals. Could the government kindly confirm if this extension is acceptable?

The proposal due date will remain July 16, 2025 at 4:00PM AEST.

76 According to sheet no A-801, Bathroom Options, could you please clarify which bathroom layout should we use? Bathroom Option A shown on drawing A-801 shall be used.

According to drawing sheet A‑012 (Level 3 – Existing Floor Plan), the Keynotes indicate D12: ‘Remove existing roof assembly and prepare substructure to receive new roof.’ Could you please clarify precisely which tasks are encompassed in ‘removing the existing roof assembly.

Roof replacement in-kind is a part of this project.

During the site visit, we were only allowed to visit three (3) dorm rooms and noticed that all three rooms had a walk-in closet, which was not correctly shown on the provided existing drawing. The existing layout of other rooms, like the dorm manager, game room, and utility rooms, also does not match the existing floor plan provided in the RFP. Due to the limited showing of existing rooms, we would like to request the correct as-built drawings of the Rota Dorm.

All available As-built drawings will be provided.

As per the site visit conducted last June 27, 2025. Please clarify the following:

a. Most of the guardrails on the hallway and the metal railings on the stairs have no damage, please confirm that the only guardrail requiring replacement is the one specified in drawing S-301, Railing Repair Details.

b. We observed expansion joint covers around the perimeter of the central wing, adjacent to the north and south wings. Please clarify whether the replacement of expansion joint cover is included in our scope of works.

c.Please clarify if the disposal and removal of furniture and other equipment located in each dorm is included in our scope.

d. We noticed bicylcle racks located beneath the stairs, please clarify if the replacement of bicycle rack is included in our scope.

e. Please clarify if all the cabinetry works and countertop in the Day Room is included in replacement works.

f. There is a walk-in closet which is not reflected on the provided plans. Please clarify if the replacement of the gypsum board, floor and wall finishes and shelves are included in our scope.

A. For this project it is only replacing damaged railings and repainting all the railings.

B. Yes, joint cover replacement is a part of this project.

C. The user will remove all recoverable furniture and left behind furniture will be on the contractor to dispose of.

D. Bike racks are not a part of this project any left on site will be on the contractor to dispose of.

E. Yes, they are a part of the dayroom and should be replaced in-kind.

F. Yes, please remove and replace in-kind within this scope.

80 Please clarify if there is a requirement of fire extinguisher in every dorm unit. If so, please provide the specific extinguisher type, rating, and placement requirements. Fire extinguishers shall be provided for every unit.

Reference to Drawing A-131, A-132 and A-133 Acoustic ceiling tiles are reflected in this drawing. But as per site visit AHU and Storage rooms have no ACT, due to existing pipes and the large size of ducts being installed.

Please confirm if this Acoustic tile will be required in these rooms.

Use the 35% drawings for the installation on ceiling tiles in these areas.

82 Please confirm if the exterior Finishing System (EIFS) will require full repair of the building or partial repair on damaged wall which is indicated in drawing S-201/A grid 19-18. All building damage shall be repaired.

During the site visit they did not allow for full inspection of all rooms and corridors in each level of building due to the dorm still occupied, for us to identify the cracks and spalls properly. Can you Please provide approximate quantities for the spalls and cracks.

All cracks and spalls will be repaired. The quantities of repairs will be determined during the 65% and 95% design phases.

84 During Site visit, stairs, façade and corridors floor finish fade off. Please confirm if this exterior work will be included in this scope. Yes, this work is considered to be part of the scope.

Reference to drawing A-010, A-011 & A-012 on 35% concept design under keynotes D8 ~ Demolish all damaged existing wall finishes and prepare studs/walls to receive new wall finishes. Since we are not allowed to inspect each dorm room during site visits, where the rooms are still occupied. Can you provide a specific location for the damaged walls to be demolished and replaced with new drywall.

All interior walls will be removed and reinstalled.

Reference to drawing A-051 on 35% concept design under keynotes D12 ~Remove existing Roof Assembly and prepare substructure to receive new roof. In this drawing shows full replacement of the three wings. Please confirm if all 3 wings will have a full replacement of roof assembly or only the center wing will be repair and type of material and thickness will be applied.

All three wings will have a full roof replacement.

87 During the site visit, the Game Room and TV room ceiling finish has combination of gypsum + ACT but as per drawing A-131 ceiling finish shows Acoustic tiles. Please advise. Use the 35% drawings for the installation on ceiling tiles in these areas.

88 Please confirm if existing stainless-steel downspouts and gutters to remain, or should they be removed and replaced? Yes, Full replacement to match existing in kind.

89 Please provide the location of buried drainage inlets and as built drawing for Storm sewer. As-built drawings will be provided

Attachment E Chapter 4 Structural 4-1.1 Applicable Codes IEBC 2021, RP10 and ASCE 41-17 - Is seismic retroffiting part of the scope to bring the building to current codes? Seismic retrofitting cannot be determined until such structural evaluation has been performed, how can we quantify for the purpose of bid? Would this be an added bid option?

Contractor shall provide complete and structurally sound building upon construction completion. Excessive and unforeseen structural damage shall evaluated upon discovery.

91 Tour did not indicate damage at 3rd floor wall nor was there obvious signs. Please provide images of existing damage. The third floor was included in the site visit.

92 Tour did not indicate damage at 3rd floor railing. Please provide images of existing damage and location. The third floor was included in the site visit.

93 ABA dorm unit indicated in drawings. Is there a requirement for ABA units? Are there existing units? If so please indicate where these units are located.

The ABA dorm units, and whether they are needed or not, are to be determined by the Designer of Record during the 65% and 95% design phases.

Dorms have a mixture of fixed shutters at the north and south wing and roll up shutters for the center wing. Other dorms have all roll up shutters. Is it the government preference to have the same layout as existing or replace with all fixed or roll up shutters.

Replace all shutters with perforated screen shutters.

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?

All electrical systems and components shall be replaced.

The RFP concept indicates that 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?

All electrical systems and components shall be replaced.

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.

All electrical systems and components shall be replaced.

During the site inspection, we noticed that there are CCTV installed at the exterior of the building. 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 to be touched as that system in less than 6 months old and needs to be protected and kept operational during the project.

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.

Yes the DDC & AMI will require some telecommunications support will be determined by contractor Design Team with Government approval and shall be designed to provide necessary service per base specifications.

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.

This would be a part of the design process to ensure it meets NEC compliance.

102 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 GFCI receptacles need to be provided per NEC.

Based on Government response on the similar RFP (Palau Dorm), the transformer screen wall enclosure needs to be replaced with new. Please see the following questions:

a. Is replacing the transformer screen wall enclosure applicable on this RFP?

b. During the site visit, we noticed that there was no gate at the screen wall enclosure. Please confirm providing a new gate is not required for the screen wall enclosure

A.Yes the screen is part of the RFP.

B. Yes their should be a gate.

Based on Government response on the similar RFP (Palau Dorm), internet and digital cable outlets will only be provided for telecommunication commercial services. Please see the following questions:

a. Is providing internet and digital cable outlets for telecom commercial services applicable on this RFP?

b. Please provide location of the point of connection for the OSP.

Per the electrical drawings, it is in room 130 also known as the dorm management office.

105 Please confirm if the CCTV system is part of the scope of work. CCTV is not to be touched as that system in less than 6 months old and needs to be protected and kept operational during the project.

106 Please confirm the location of point of connection for the telecommunication system of the building. Per the electrical drawings, it is in room 130 also known as the dorm management office.

107 Kindly please confirm if JCI will be the sole source supplier for DDC or can we utilize other vendors? Contractors shall submit pricing for Alerton DDCs in their bids.

108 Please confirm if the existing stainless steel rectangular downspouts and roof drain will also be removed and replaced. Yes, Full replacement to match existing in kind.

109 Please confirm if there's an existing provision of underslab radon piping and if not, please provide guidance on how to provide mitigation system for this project.

Radon mitigation is not a part of this project, is discovered during the design phase it will be treated like Hazmat differing site condition.

110 The RFP does not mention any requirements for AMI metering. Please confirm that AMI metering is not required. AMI metering is required between the transformer and the main electrical panel.

111 The RFP does not mention any requirements for cybersecurity. Please confirm that cybersecurity is not required. While there are some telecommunications portions of this project Cybersecurity is not involved.

112 Please confirm if the building will be occupied during construction? Building will be emptied prior to turned over to the contractor for this project

Upon review of the RFP, we have noted a couple of identical pieces of information between this project and Repair Rota Dorm. For example, on Att. 1E._AJJY251073M RPR Rota Dorm B25017 35_ Concept DSN, certain sections appear to nearly identical to the Repair Palau Dorm documents. The following images below are the same images found in the Repair Dormitory Dorm. This similarity prevents us from clearly determining the actual conditions or requirements unique to this project. To submit a complete and accurate proposal, we respectfully request:

a. Confirmation on whether the content was intended to be the same for both RFPs.

b. Clarification or a supplemental submission outlining the actual project conditions or requirements specific for this RFP.

Build your estimate as if the consolidated dorm project (AJJY 24-1098) is not happening.

114 Will the building be occupied during construction activities? If so, is there an established phasing plan or sequencing requirements that bidders should consider when preparing the proposal? Building will be emptied prior to turned over to the contractor for this project

We respectfully request a three-week extension to the proposal deadline due to the need to reconcile overlapping information from a previously awarded proposal back in February, identical information between this and Repair Palau Dorm, and the limited availability of subcontractors amid a busy market and multiple competing federal solicitations.

The proposal due date will remain July 16, 2025 at 4:00PM AEST.

116 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. The proposal due date will remain July 16, 2025 at 4:00PM AEST.

PLAN A-801 – Please note that the "EXISTING BATHROOM LAYOUT” does not match with the actual existing condition (see actual layout below according to site inspection). Additionally, the RFP provided four different bathroom layouts. If the intent of the RFP is gather price for each different layout, please provide revised bid schedule with 1-Basebid (Using Gov't. Selected type of bathroom) and 3-Bid Options for Toilet and Bath.

Design estimate should be based off the bathroom Option A shown on drawing A-801 shall be used.

118 Can you confirm if this solicitation is limited to companies with revenue under $45 million annually? This is a HUBZONE set-aside. This acquisition is procured under NAICS code 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction with a size standard of $45M.

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

Purpose of the project is to remove the dorm from the chiller plant and build a new chiller next to the building that will be determined through the Designer for Record process.

120 In the absence of actual site verification/measurements for all the cracks and spalls for repair to the 3 buildings, please provide approximate quantities for the cracks and Spalls for repair. All cracks and spalls will be repaired.

121 Please provide Guardrail finish specification applicable to use for this project in reference to section 7 of AAFB Architectural Compatibility and base design standard See Section 7 of the base design guide C07.2.9 Fencing, or C07.2.5.

122 Please provide concrete and reinforcement specifications to use for new structural elements. Contractor's Design Team shall provide concrete and reinforcement specifications in compliance with DOD, local, federal and safety standards and construction codes.

123 Please provide specifications required for the Box gutter, flashing, and downpipe. See Base design standards in section D07.5 Gutters, Downspouts, scuppers, Drains 1.

124 In the absence of details for existing roof assembly removal, please confirm the extent of roof refurbishment if limited to roof assembly removal. Full replacement of roof to match existing in kind.

125 Please provide site grading plan. Contractor's Design Team shall provide grading plan to maintain positive drainage around entire the building.

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