RFI Responses - FA524025R0004 Part 2 _Expanded Cell Blocks.pdf

Quest ion # Government Response

31 Please provide a full set of As-Built plans. As-built drawings will be provided

A-801 bathroom Option plan is for 5 Alternate Toilet and Bathroom layouts. Please clarify which Toilet & Bath options to consider for this tender.

Contractor is required to use 2 Bath Option A on drawing A-801.

S-301 Balcony Railing details, call out for both removal of damaged railing and undamaged railing to remain, please confirm if tender requires partial replacement of balcony railing.

The Contractor is required to remove all existing balcony railings and furnish and install new railings in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Please provide the Guardrail finish specification applicable to use for this project, in reference to section 7 of AAFB Architectural Compatibility and base design standards.

The new guardrail finish and paint color are required to match the existing finish and paint color. The Contractor is required to submit samples of the proposed guardrail material and paint for government approval before furnishing and installing new guardrails. The new guardrails are required to fully comply with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. No construction activities may commence until all design documents receive government approval.

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

The Contractor is required to prepare all surfaces and repaint the entire building, including all building structures.

AJJY 25-1074 Repair Saipan Dorm B25007 - Questions & Answers (Q&A)

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36 Generally, a screen block wall will be considered for re-paint. Please confirm.

The Contractor is required to prepare all surfaces and repaint the entire building, including all building structures.

Stair handrails will remain and for re-paint, please confirm if the stair handrail is to be repainted.

The Contractor is required to prepare all surfaces and repaint the entire building, including all building structures.

38 Is there a requirement for a seismic study for the project?

This Request for Proposal (RFP) does not require a separate seismic study. However, the Contractor is solely responsible for ensuring that the completed building is structurally sound and meets all applicable seismic design requirements as mandated by local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards.

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

There is no requirement for the Dorms' stand-alone chiller to be housed in a new plant room.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings and specifications with the location of the new chiller. Chiller location is required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Please provide concrete and reinforcement specifications to use for new structural elements.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details and specifications for structural elements. Structural elements are required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Government Response

41 Please provide specifications required for the gutter, flashing, and downpipe.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details and specifications for the building gutters, flashing, and downpipes. All roofing elements are required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

42 Please provide the site grading plan.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details and specifications for the site grading plan. Site grading plan is required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

“Remove Existing Roof Assembly and Prepare Substructure to Receive New Roof.”

Could the Government please clarify that the existing roof assembly on the keynote refers to the built-up roof system? Kindly confirm if the existing roof system shall be removed/demolished down to the surface of the structural roof deck.

The existing roof assembly refers to the built-up roof system. The Contractor is required to remove the existing built-up roof system and replace in kind. Contractor is also required to patch and repair the existing structural roof deck prior to the contractor's installation of the new roofing assembly system.

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 H-2A and H2-B workers are permitted as long as they are vetted properly.

Government Response

45 Please specify which bathroom layout option to use. See Sheet A-801. Contractor is required to use 2 Bath Option A on drawing A-801.

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

The Contractor is required to furnish and install the bathroom layout and components as indicated by "2-Bath Option A" on drawing A-801. This scope of work encompasses all items, systems, and assemblies shown on that drawing within the specified option.

47 Kindly confirm if we are required to use JCI exclusively for the DDC system. The Contractor is required to furnish and install Alerton DDC systems exclusively.

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).

The Contractor is required to furnish and install SMARDT, Carrier, and Trane chillers exclusively.

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

Kindly confirm if the chiller at Central Chiller Plant B25007 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 B25007.

The Contractor is not required to replace the chiller at the central chiller plant as part of this RFP solicitation. Equipment schedules for the existing chillers and chilled water pumps will not be provided.

Government Response

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 facility will be vacated prior to the commencement of construction.

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.

The Contractor is required to completely remove all existing building roofing systems and replace with new roofing systems of equivalent type, material, and performance characteristics. The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings and specifications for the new roofing systems in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense

(DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

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

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details and specifications for the site grading plan. Site grading plan is required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to

Government Response

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 items are included in the scope of work. In addition, the Contractor is required to furnish and install perforated screen shutters at all windows.

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.

All items shown on the drawings 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)?

The Contractor's design professionals are required to prepare comprehensive, signed, and sealed drawings, details, and specifications for the facility's Dedicated Outdoor

Air System (DOAS). The Contractor is required to furnish and install a new DOAS for the facility. All design and installation work must be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense

(DoD) standards, and all design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of any construction activities. Specific questions regarding the DOAS's relationship to the precooler unit and air supply feed should be directed to the Contractor's design professionals.

Government Response

As per the 35% concept design, the building chilled water is coming from the Central chiller Plant at B25007. 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 Saipan Dorm or will this be a back-up for the central chiller plant? Kindly clarify.

For this RFP solicitation, the Contractor is required to furnish and install two (2) new stand-alone chillers: a primary chiller and a secondary, redundant chiller to serve as a backup.

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.

This scope of work requires the Contractor to fully remove and install new gypsum boards.

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 Contractor is required to remove and dispose of all existing roof-mounted exhaust fans and replace them with new high-efficiency exhaust fans that meet current IECC standards.

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 Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details and specifications for all piping type and locations. All piping is required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Are as-builts available for all disciplines?

Existing as-built documentation, to the extent available, will be provided.

Government Response

Attachment 1E 4-1.2 - The Occupancy Category for Wind should be II, not I, please confirm

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details, and specifications for the Saipan Dorm repair, ensuring full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense

(DoD) standards, including but not limited to The Occupancy Category for Wind. The

Contractor is required to execute the repairs in accordance with the approved design documents and in full compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.

Attachment 1E - Is the intent to repair damage or to also upgrade the structure to current Code? Repair of concrete spalls etc does not typically involve structural analysis of the existing structure to current code, but only to repair structure back to original design. Sections of the SOW appear to indicate that a full structural analysis is anticipated.

In addition to repairing all spalled and cracked elements of the facility, the Contractor is required to ensure that the completed facility is structurally sound and fully compliant with all applicable seismic design requirements mandated by local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards.

63 Attachment 1E 4-1.3 - Are there any foundation issues currently?

The Government represents that it is not aware of any foundation issues, but makes no guarantees regarding the absence of such issues.

Attachment 1E - If there are foundation issues, is any current geotechnical information available?

The Government represents that it is not aware of any foundation issues, but makes no guarantees regarding the absence of such issues.

Attachment 1E 4-2c - What future loads or expansions should be considered?

No future loads or expansions are currently anticipated for this structure.

Attachment 1E 4-3 - This section does not seem to fit with the scope of the project.

Please clarify the intent

This section of Attachment 1E 4-3, Design Objectives and Provisions, outlines the structural design objectives and provisions specific to this project that must be considered. It also references TM 5-802-1 for additional specifications and technical guidance.

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Please confirm light fixtures are required to be Buy American Compliant. The fixtures shown on the concept drawing EC-1 are not BAA.

Yes, they are required to be Buy American Compliant: 252.225-7001 Buy American and Balance of Payments Program

The mechanical SOW indicates that this building will be disconnected from the existing central plant and a new air cooled chiller will be added at this building. This will add a significant electrical load, along with the new electric water heater. The concept electrical drawings show the MDP replaced in-kind and same room with the

AHU. The existing transformer will not have capacity to add these loads. The existing

AHU room will not have space to replace with a larger MDP. Please provide updated drawings and SOW that address power the new chiller and electric water heater. Please include room modifications if required.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details, and specifications for all new mechanical and electrical systems and components required for a fully functional building. Separately, the Contractor is required to furnish and install a new transformer that meets the building's power demands. All design and installation work must be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Due to the additional electrical loads, it seems unlikely that the existing pad mount transformers will have capacity. Please confirm if new pad mount transformers are required, they are to be provided by the contractor and meet Andersen AFB electrical standards, including NEMA 4X, custom factory painted, copper windings.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details, and specifications for all new mechanical and electrical systems and components required for a fully functional building. Separately, the Contractor is required to furnish and install a new transformer (s) that meets the building's power demands. All design and installation work must be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Please provide a scope of work for telecomm and CATV. There is no mention of either in the concept design and the telecomm UFC is not listed in the applicable codes.

The Contractor is required to provide internet and digital cable outlets only. Phone jacks are not required.

Please provide locations, quantities, and specs of appliances such as washers, dryers, etc so that utility rough-ins can be priced.

Existing locations, quantities, and utility specs of appliances will remain the same.

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The concept one-line drawings show an existing pavilion panel to remain, but replace the feeder. Please provide a plan showing the location of the existing panel so that the replaced feeder can be priced.

The Contractor is to utilize the existing locations, quantities, and utility specifications of appliances.

Please confirm a Lightning Protection System is not required, even though mentioned in the Andersen AFB Electrical Standards.

The Contractor is required to design and install a complete lightning protection system in accordance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DoD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Please confirm 25% spare breakers are required per Andersen Electrical standards, and

15% spare capacity per UFC.

The Contractor is required to design and install all electrical systems in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DoD) standards. All design documents are required to be submitted for and are required to receive government approval prior to the commencement of any construction activities. In the event of a conflict among these codes, regulations, and standards, the Contractor is required to adhere to the most stringent requirement.

Please provide the peak demand in KW for at least the past 12 months for both transformers to evaluate capacity.

This information is not available.

The Contractor is required to design, furnish and install a new transformer (s) that meets the building's power demands. All design and installation work must be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DoD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Per Table 1-1 of UFC 1-200-02 a Third Party Certification would be required if

"Comprehensive replacement in an existing building that is \3\ ≥25,000

GSF (2323 GSM) /3/, with total cost greater than \3\ $4M /3/ and 50% or more ERC."

This project exceeds the sqf, and cost reqs, however it is not clear if it exceeds 50% of the ERC. Please clarify if it will exceed the ERC and if TPC will be required.

The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the project meets all applicable requirements of UFC 1-200-02, including the determination of whether Third Party

Certification is required based on the ERC calculation. This determination is the responsibility of the Contractor's design team.

Government Response

The SOW under VI. A. 1. requests that the design drawings be submitted in 2017

Autocad. Most designers would be utilizing REVIT with the ability to export cad files in AutoCad format. However, can the exported year be 2022 compatible or later instead of 2017?

Yes.

Can you clarify if any abetment was conducted on this facility for ACM or Lead

Paint? The Attachments 1F, 1G, and 1H document 3 instances of tests being run but its not clear if any of these was ever abated.

The Government represents that it is not aware of any abatement having been conducted at the facility, but makes no guarantees regarding whether the facility has ever undergone abatement.

The Contractor is required to conduct its own independent hazardous material assessment of the project site by a qualified environmental professional. Any previous hazardous material assessments provided by the Government are for informational purposes only and are provided ""as is"" without any warranty, express or implied, as to their accuracy or completeness. The Contractor acknowledges that it has the sole responsibility for identifying and managing any hazardous materials encountered during the project.

In the event that the Contractor's independent hazardous material assessment reveals the presence of hazardous materials that necessitate abatement measures and result in a significant increase in the project's cost, the Government reserves the right to modify the contract to incorporate the additional abatement scope and associated costs."

Government Response

Attachment 1 section 1.B states "Saipan is conditioned by a chilled water and a central chiller plant- both will be replaced." Attachment 1E section 5-1 also mentions this chiller plant by stating “The dorm is conditioned by chilled water from the Central

Chiller Plant (B25014)”, but also states in section 5-3 that “A new packaged air-cooled chiller will be located exterior to the building and just outside the existing pump room.” Additionally, M-013 in Attachment 1D only notes to remove the chilled water piping supplied by the central chiller plant back to the nearest underground valve.

Please confirm that replacement of the central chiller plant (B25014) is not part of the scope of this project and that a new air-cooled chiller is to be provided to serve only the Saipan Dormitory building.

Confirmed. The replacement of the central chiller plant (B25014) is not part of the scope of this project. A new air-cooled chiller is to be provided to serve only the

Saipan Dormitory building.

Please clarify the extent of roof scope. Attachment 1E Concept Design narrative

Chapter 3 Architectural indicates the roof was replaced within the last two years, suggesting that replacement is not needed. Then under Chapter 4 Structural, Figure 4-2 it states that "the center wing requires repair to the existing roof."

Then in the Attachment 1D 35% Concept drawings, sheets A-051 Roof Demo Plan, keynote D12 indicates "Remove existing roof assembly and prepare substructure to receive new roof" for the entire building, and sheet A-151 New Roof Plan keynote

A12 also indicates new roof for the entire building.

Please clarify if the whole building gets a new roof or just the center section.

The Contractor is required to completely remove all existing roofing systems at the facility and replace with new roofing systems of equivalent type, material, and performance characteristics. The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings and specifications for the new roofing systems in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and

Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

Please provide record as-built drawings and specifications for the recently completed roof replacement Existing as-built documentation, to the extent available, will be provided.

Government Response

Please clarify applicability and extent of ABA renovations and whether this project leverages the SECDEF exemption for able-bodied personnel only.

The Attachment 1E 35% Concept Design Narrative SOW 1-2.1 states to "Provide handicap accessibility features...IAW ABA"

Then under the Attachment 1E Chapter 5 Mechanical, 5-3, it states "ABA handicap compliance will be evaluated and may result in several restrooms being designed in compliance.", but none are identified anywhere.

Then in the Attachment 1D 35% Concept Drawings sheet A-101 Level 1-New Floor

Plan, there is an enlarged plan of 'Typical ABA Bathroom Layout' but there is no indication on any other plans for where the ABA layout is applicable, thus there is no way to quantify.

The Contractor is required to repair the building to maintain its existing level of accessibility, ensuring that the repairs do not reduce the building's current compliance with the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA). If any proposed repair would result in a decrease in accessibility, the Contractor is required to notify the Government for further direction.

An Appendix A is referenced in the Part 1 of the 35% CD Narrative that describes an alternate floor plan re-configuration, but this Appendix was not provided with the

RFP. Please clarify if this Appendix is applicable, and if so, please provide.

The Contractor is not be responsible for adhering to appendices that are not included within this solicitation.

Government Response

UFC 3-410-01 Section 3-3 states that "A Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) is the only allowed method for providing dehumidification of ventilation air (outside air)

. . . when the sum of all ventilation air into facility is greater than 750 cfm (354 L/sec) and the 1% occurrence humidity ratio (as documented in the official engineering weather data, or EWD) is above the inside cooling load design dew-point temperature of 57.9°F." Based on these requirements, a DOAS would be required for this project.

However, sheet M-106 in Attachment 1D shows outside air for each AHU being ducted directly from the exterior to the unit return (with a cooling coil in the airstream). Attachment 1E Section 5-1 also describes the outside air being ducted to the AHU with a cooling coil for preconditioning. Attachment 1E Section 5-3 also states that a DOAS was investigated as part of one of the alternatives in the LCCA but it was not the successful alternative. Additionally, no indoor space was allocated for a

DOAS in the 35% concept documents and the hurricane- and typhoon-prone nature of the site makes it inadvisable to install HVAC equipment outdoors if possible (UFC 3-

410-01 Section 3-7.11.1 states "Locate HVAC Equipment indoors whenever possible.").

Please confirm a DOAS is not required on this project.

No, a DOAS is required, and its location and placement will be determined by the

Contractor's design professionals.

Based on the criteria outlined in UFC 3-410-01 Section 3-3, a Dedicated Outdoor Air

System (DOAS) is indeed the only acceptable method for dehumidifying ventilation air when total ventilation airflow exceeds 750 CFM and the 1% occurrence humidity ratio exceeds the design dew point of 57.9°F. If these climate and ventilation thresholds apply to this project—based on the Engineering Weather Data (EWD) and mechanical load calculations—then a DOAS would be required for code compliance.

While Attachment 1D (Sheet M-106) and Attachment 1E Sections 5-1 and 5-3 indicate that outside air is ducted directly to each AHU with a cooling coil for pre-conditioning, this configuration may not meet the strict definition of dehumidification via DOAS as required by the UFC. Simply cooling the air through a coil is not considered a compliant method under UFC 3-410-01 if the threshold criteria are met.

It is noted that a DOAS was considered during the LCCA process and was not ultimately selected, and that no space was allocated for such a system in the 35% design documents. Additionally, we recognize the challenges associated with placing

HVAC equipment outdoors in typhoon-prone regions, as stated in UFC 3-410-01

Section 3-7.11.1, which encourages indoor placement of HVAC systems wherever possible.

However, these logistical considerations do not exempt the project from compliance with dehumidification requirements as defined in Section 3-3. If the environmental and airflow conditions trigger the DOAS requirement, alternative design options must still satisfy the UFC’s intent and performance criteria.

The RFP is silent regarding laundry facility improvements. Please confirm if additional washers and dryers are intended for the project to bring equipment ratios into alignment with AF standards (1 washer per 8 personnel and 1 dryer per 6 personnel).

The scope of this solicitation excludes furniture and equipment.

Government Response

The RFP is silent regarding Furniture, Fixture, & Equipment (FF&E) except on page 6 of the RFP SOW where it requires dust covers over office furniture and equipment.

What about bedroom furniture? Will this be re-used or should new furniture be provided. Please clarify the intent for FF&E for this project and whether a

Comprehensive Interior Design (CID), inclusive of FF&E is required. We note

Structural Interior Design (SID) is inherently included by virtue of finishes upgrade.

The scope of this solicitation excludes furniture and equipment. However, the

Contractor is required to remove and depose any remaining Furniture, Fixtures, and

Equipment (FF&E) present at the construction site at the commencement of construction.

The RFP lists UFC 3-580-01 as a referenced standard. This standard specifies minimum size of telecommunications rooms (TR) as 10'-6" x 9'-0" for buildings larger that 5,000 s.f. with additional TR's required for every 20,000 s.f.. With Saipan Dorm being 58,500 s.f., it would require at least three TR's to comply, however the RFP states in the 35% CD narrative (1-4) that existing room reconfigurations are to remain.

Please deconflict requirements and advise if new/additional TR's should be provided.

Existing room reconfigurations are to remain.

Please clarify the intent and applicability of 35% CD drawing sheet A-801 - Bathroom

Options that depict the existing bathroom layout and four options for alternate bathroom configurations. The RFP states in the 35% CD narrative (1-4) that existing room reconfigurations are to remain.

Contractor is required to use 2 Bath Option A on drawing A-801.

Please clarify desired ceiling finish in restrooms. 35% CD drawing sheets A-131 thru

A-133 all indicate 2x2 suspended acoustic tile ceiling grid, but the RCP legend on each sheet indicates to provide 5/8" water-resistant GWB. Please deconflict.

The Contractor is required to install a 2x2 suspended acoustic tile ceiling grid as noted on the drawings and floor plans, except in restrooms. As indicated in the sheet legend, restrooms shall not receive acoustic tile ceilings, and the Contractor shall disregard any Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCP) or floor plans showing acoustic tile ceilings in restrooms.

Government Response

Please clarify requirement for roof drains, drain piping, gutters, or downspouts. The

RFP does not address these systems.

The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details and specifications for the building roof drains, drain piping, gutters, or downspouts.

All roofing elements are required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

91 Please clarify if the existing base HVAC controls system is Lonworks or BACnet.

While the existing base HVAC control systems vary across different facilities, the

Contractor is required to furnish and install Alerton DDC systems exclusively for all work performed under this RFP solicitation.

Attachment 1 VI A. 2. indicated there will be a 30 calendar review and review meeting of the 100% design submittal. Please confirm we are interpreting this correctly.

Confirmed. There will be a 30 calendar review and review meeting of the 100% design submittal.

93 Can all on-board design reviews be held virtually for the 65%, 90%, and 100%?

No. The Contractor and the Contractor's design team are required to be physically present for the 65%, 90%, and 100% design review meetings.

Can the submission of the electronic copy of each design deliverable be considered the start of the 30 day review period, in lieu of receiving the hard copies?

No.

Government Response

After award, would 3d scanning of the facility be allowed to facilitate design efficiency?

Yes. The Contractor is required to maintain the security and integrity of all 3D scan data generated under this contract and is responsible for protecting it from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. The Contractor is prohibited from altering, manipulating, or disclosing the 3D scan data to any third party without the express written consent of the Government. The 3D scan data is to be used solely for purposes consistent with the terms of this contract and is not to be used to support any claim for increased costs, damages, or delays against the Government. Furthermore, the 3D scan data will not be admissible as evidence in any dispute resolution process between the Contractor and the Government.

We are respectfully requesting an extension of at least 5 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?

A time extension will not be granted.

Reference to Drawing A-102 at Room 226, existing Toilet was identified as per site visit but as per drawing A102, there was no toilet shown in this room. Please confirm if we will retain the existing toilet or demolish. If so, please provide a finish for this toilet.

The Contractor is required to remove the existing toilet fixture in Room 226 and replace it with a new, code-compliant toilet fixture that matches the existing fixture's finish and flush volume specifications.

Government Response

As per the site visit Identified underside ceiling gutter between expansion joints on both sides of center wing (1st and 2nd level). Please provide details for this hanging gutter under slab and specify the material type, gauge and thickness of the gutter.

The Contractor's design professionals are required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details, and specifications for the facility's gutters and roofing system. All roofing elements are required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. No construction activities may commence until all design documents receive government approval.

As per Drawing CS101, Indicate Point of connection for new Fire water line.Please provide detailfor the tapping sleeve connection and what material will be used.

The Contractor's design professionals are required to prepare comprehensive drawings, details, and specifications for the facility's utility connections. All utility connections are required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. No construction activities may commence until all design documents receive government approval.

During Site visit, stairs, façade and corridors floor finish fade off. Please provide floor finished to be applied in this area.

The Contractor is required to repair all stairs, façade, and corridor floor finishes. All floor finishes, sealant, and coatings must equal or exceed the existing flooring finishes in terms of performance and durability and must be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. No construction activities may commence until the Government approves the Contractor's proposed floor finish documentation.

Government Response

Reference to drawing A-801- Private bathroom layout Options.Please specify which bathroom layout option to use.

Contractor is required to use 2 Bath Option A on drawing A-801.

As per site visit we have notice per Room 125 Game room that Kitchen was built and not shown in the Architectural drawing ref A-101. Please confirm if this kitchen set will remain as it is built.

The Contractor is required to remove the existing kitchen (including all appliances, fixtures, counters, and cabinets) in Room 125 and replace it with a new, code-compliant kitchen. The replacement kitchen's fixtures, cabinets, and counters must match the existing kitchen's finish and durability specifications. New appliances are not included in this RFP solicitation.

Please confirm if full replacement of roof will be included in our scope since it has recently had replaced stated per 3-1 General FA5890321D0012/FA521523F0011

Repair Dormitory-Saipan, B25007 35% Concept Design.

The Contractor is required to completely remove all existing building roofing systems and replace with new roofing systems of equivalent type, material, and performance characteristics. The Contractor's design team is required to prepare comprehensive drawings and specifications for the new roofing systems in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense

(DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

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During site visit,the buried inlets weret inspected provide the location of buried drainage inlets in the drawings.

This information will not be provided.

105 Please confirm if this building requires Retrofitting Work. Confirmed.

During the site visit we did not identified spalling and deterioration of steel reinforcement in walkways and walkway slabs, and spandrel beam. Please confirm if this will be removed in scope. If no, can we request location or No of spals and cracks.

The Contractor is required to repair all spalls and cracks at the facility. The

Government will not provide a specific quantity of spalls and cracks. Upon construction completion and facility turnover, the facility must be free of all spalls and cracks.

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According to sheet no A-801, Private Bathroom Layout Options, could you please clarify which bathroom layout shoud we use?

Contractor is required to use 2 Bath Option A on drawing A-801.

Following the site visit conducted last July 24, 2025, there is a walk-in closet which is not shown on the plans provided in the RFP. Kindly clarify whether the demolition and replacement of the gypsum board, floor and wall finishes and shelves in this area are included in our scope. If this is included, please note that the layout of walk-in closet is not also reflected on any of the Private Bathroom Layout Options, please clarify.

The Contractor's design professionals are required to include the walk-in closet in the

65% Construction Document (CD) drawing set submission.

Kindly clarify whether Building 25026 is included in the demolition and replacement works. If so, please provide the corresponding scope of work.

Building 25026 is not included in this RFP solicitation.

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Please clarfiy whether all guardrails along the hallway and the guardrails and handrails on the stairs is included in the removal and replacement works.

The Contractor is required to remove all existing guardrails and install new guardrails in their place. The existing handrails do not require replacement; they only require refinishing and repainting.

During the site visit conducted on July 24, 2025, we observed expansion joint covers around the perimeter of the central wing, adjacent to the north and south wings. Please confirm whether the replacement of these expansion joint covers is included in our scope of work. Additionally, kindly clarify if there are expansion joint covers on the

2nd and 3rd floor roof that are also required to be removed and replaced.

The Contractor is required to remove and replace all expansion joint covers.

Kindly clarify which doors are required to have key card locksets.

Based on the site visit conducted on July 24, 2025, we observed that most doors—including dorm rooms, offices, storage areas, and laundry rooms—are equipped with key card locksets. Please confirm which doors should be provided with key card locksets and which ones do not require them.

Key card locksets are not required

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During the site visit, we observed that there are some wall louvers in the storage rooms that are blocked from the inside. Kindly clarify whether these louvers are to be totally removed or to be removed and replaced in kind.

Replace in kind.

As per document "Attachment 1E AJJY 25-1074M Repair Saipan Dorm B25007 35 pct Concept Design", Chapter 1-2.2 Scope of Work, page 5, "Existing doors, windows, and protective shutters shall be replaced to meet current Anti-Terrorism/Force protection requirements". Please confirm if this will be considered as requirements for doors, windows and shutters, if so, please provide the blast rating requirements for doors, windows and shutters.

All items are included in the scope of work. In addition, the Contractor is required to furnish and install perforated screen shutters at all windows. The Contractor's design professional is responsible for determining the applicable blast rating for these items and ensuring compliance with all applicable local, federal, and DoD standards. The

Contractor shall submit documentation from a qualified engineer verifying the selected blast rating prior to installation.

Based on the site visit, all windows in the Center Wing are equipped with roll-up type storm shutters, while the windows in the North and South Wings have perforated aluminum screens. Please confirm whether all existing window protection systems are to be removed and replaced with the same type currently installed on-site.

The Contractor is required to furnish and install perforated screen shutters at all windows.

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Based on our site visit, Venetian blinds are the only existing window treatment installed in the dorm rooms that are allowed to be inspected. Please confirm that these are the only window treatments to be removed and replaced, and that no window curtains are required.

Confirmed.

According to Attachment 1 – Statement of Work AJJY 25-1074M Repair Saipan

Dorm B25007, Chapter 3, Item N – Hazardous Material, it states: “The Contractor shall have the facility surveyed for any hazardous materials by a certified HAZMAT assessment contractor prior to beginning the project.” Should hazardous materials be identified during the assessment, please confirm whether the remediation will fall within our scope of this contract.

The Contractor is required to conduct its own independent hazardous material assessment of the project site by a qualified environmental professional. Any previous hazardous material assessments provided by the Government are for informational purposes only and are provided "as is" without any warranty, express or implied, as to their accuracy or completeness. The Contractor acknowledges that it has the sole responsibility for identifying and managing any hazardous materials encountered during the project.

In the event that the Contractor's independent hazardous material assessment reveals the presence of hazardous materials that necessitate abatement measures and result in a significant increase in the project's cost, the Government reserves the right to costs.

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.Drawing sheet M-104 shows the location of new HVAC enclosure that falls in the area where the existing transformer enclsore and storage building are located. Please clarify if the new HVAC enclosure can located beside the existing storage building.

The Contractor's design professionals are required to prepare comprehensive drawings and specifications with the location of the new HVAC enclosure. HVAC enclosure location is required to be in full compliance with all applicable local building codes, federal regulations, and Department of Defense (DOD) standards. All design documents are required to receive government approval prior to commencement of construction activities.

119 Please clarify if re-striping of parking lots are part of the scope of work. Re-striping of parking lots are not required for the RFP solicitation.

Please confirm if we will remove and replace the gypsum partition in front and back of of the 2-units where doors and windows are attached.

Confirmed.

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Please confirm if the existing middle wall cladding partition every 2-units will be removed and replace new wall gypsum cladding.

Confirmed.

Please confirm if we will provide a retrofit concrete wall in front and back of the 2 units, where doors and windows are attached, in lieu of a metal stud walls.

Confirmed.

Maps and drawings for some areas showed a different placement. Were there modifications to the structure or any other systems we will be replacing? Are we able to get the updated schematic of any changes.

The Government makes no representations regarding modifications to the structure or any other systems. Existing as-built documentation, to the extent available, will be provided.

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Will the replacement of plumbing and piping be to the foundation connection or the main connection? If to foundation connection, who will hold liability if the failure of plumbing or other systems is through previously installed connections?

The Contractor's design professional is responsible for determining all connection locations. The Government will not respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) that raise hypothetical liability concerns.

When conducting the service for a new hazardous assessment, it may differ from the results given by the provided test results. Could we request that there be a new CLIN item for the abatement? Following in accordance with FAR 52.211-18 “Variation in Estimated

Quantities.”

The Contractor is required to conduct its own independent hazardous material assessment of the project site by a qualified environmental professional. Any previous hazardous material assessments provided by the Government are for informational purposes only and are provided "as is" without any warranty, express or implied, as to their accuracy or completeness. The Contractor acknowledges that it has the sole responsibility for identifying and managing any hazardous materials encountered during the project.

In the event that the Contractor's independent hazardous material assessment reveals the presence of hazardous materials that necessitate abatement measures and result in a significant increase in the project's cost, the Government reserves the right to costs.

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On the site visit, the company was limited to viewing certain rooms. How can contractors schedule an individual site visit for the dorms? What form of documentation do contractors have to fill out to request another site visit?

Additional site visits will not be permitted.

In Attachment 1, the statement of work document, pg.12, section L. Building/ Area

Occupancy, states that “The area will be active and will be occupied during the performance of work under this contract.”

Will people be living in the dorms the entire performance period? If so, would the awarded contractor need to mobilize them during working hours or at the beginning of the performance?

The facility will be vacated prior to the commencement of construction.

If connections are to be connected to the main connection, foundational integrity will be compromised and this scope of work will fall under a demolition SOP not a refurbishing SOP

This Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation is for repair work, and the Contractor has full responsibility for determining the appropriate means and methods to accomplish the required repairs. The Contractor is responsible for all design aspects related to the repairs and is required to deliver a structurally sound building that meets all applicable code requirements upon completion of construction.

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129 Please confirm if the CCTV system is part of the scope of work. CCTV System is not part of this scope of work.

Please confirm…