Questions and Answers Revised 06 Jul 2020.pdf

1. What item are to be salvaged? The items to be salvaged vs demolition effects cost of work.

- Per PWS Section 2.2.4 - There are no existing items to be salvaged. Demolish 36 linear meters of existing HESCO barriers.

2. Does superintendent need to be actual licensed engineer or just company designated superintendent?

- Per PWS Section 1.19 - Superintendent does not need to be actual licensed engineer. At a minimum, the construction superintendent should have 7 years’ experience in performing construction of similar requirements and should have on-site decision-making authority. Years of experience for the superintendant shall be explicitly written in the proposal.

3. What is approved method of demolition? The method effects cost of work.

- HESCO barriers do not need to be salvaged. Once demolished, the contractor shall dispose of them.

4. Can cable be protected by 4in layer of concrete instead of burying at depth of 18in, if there is not enough slack in existing cable to reach a depth of 18in?

- Per PWS Section 2.2.6.18 - Cables must be buried. Only in the event that utility lines are uncovered and there is not enough slack to bury at a depth of 18 inches, can at a minimum, a 4 inch layer of concrete be used to protect cable.

5. Which code are we required to follow National Electrical Code or International Building Code?

- UFC 1-200-01 is the overarching document for buildings and facilities used by the DoD.

It directs the use of the IBC, NEC, and other applicable UFCs. Contractor is required to follow both, the National Electrical Code (NEC) and International Building Code 2018 (IBC). All electrical work shall be in accordance with the latest edition of the NEC.

Contractor shall use the IBC 2018 as the primary building code. If conflict between the two occurs, the more stringent takes precedence.

- Per PWS Section 1.14.2 "Contractor submittals and work shall be in conformance with International Building Code 2018, International Mechanical Code 2018, NFPA 70 National Electrical Code 2020, United Facilities Criteria (UFC) 1-201-01, Non- Permanent DoD Facilities in Support of Military Operations, and all other applicable building codes. UFCs are downloadable from the Whole Building Design Guide webpage at www.wbdg.org. "

6. Is the Air Force setting design requirement for panel-boards at 60A MCB? This may not support the power requirements for dining hall upon completion of design. HVAC system will consume a large semi-constant load during summer months.

- The power plan included in the contract package is only a conceptual design. The contractor shall submit a power plan that meets their electrical design and loads.

7. What is the temperature indoors and outdoors, including wet and dry bulb data?

- Per PWS Section 2.2.10 - Indoor temperature shall be maintained at 25 degrees Celsius during the summer and 21 degrees Celsius during the winter. For wet and dry bulb data, please see the attached Engineering Weather Data.

- There are no drawings for communication and CATV. Is there any requirement for communication and CATV for this project? If there are requirements, please provide drawings.

-Communication and CATV drawings attached.

9. The drawings show GFCI receptacles in the food prep area. Can GFCI circuit breakers be used in place of GFCI receptacles?

- Yes. GFCI circuit breakers can be used in place of GFCI receptacles.

10. Are door air curtains required at doors?

- Door air curtains are not required at doors.

11. Will American escorts be required for all non US workers or will AF provide escorts?

- All personnel without a US government issued Common Access Card must be listed on the CADJ Entry Access List (EAL). If the contractor follows the vetting process outlined in the CADJ Base Access Policy (attached), there is no need for escorts. To be placed on the EAL means an individual has been vetted and has completed bio-enrollment.

12. Will there be a fire suppression system or basic smoke detectors?

- There will not be a fire suppression system. Smoke detectors will suffice.

13. PWS section 2.2.1 requests construction of a 17m by 31m pre-engineered structure or semi-permanent facility. This facility totals 531sm. Are Contractors able to propose alternate dimensions of 18m by 30m for a total of 540sm so that a containerized structure can be constructed?

- Any alternative designs proposed by the contractor must be at a minimum 511sm, a square or rectangular shape, and capable of fitting in the space allotted by the provided drawings.

14. Please provide the minimum interior height of the structure.

- Per PWS Section 2.2.1 - The minimum interior height shall be 8 feet.

15. Specification Section 32 31 13 covers chain link fence and gates. Please advise location of chain link fence.

- There is no requirement for chain link fence or gate in this project.

16. Section 03 30 00 paragraph 1.6.6.1 states that the QCM must be a current US PE. This paragraph further states that proven experience may be considered by the CO as sufficient to act as the QCM. Please confirm that the QCM does not necessarily need to be a US PE if they have extensive experience in construction on US Military projects.

- The project shall not be limited to US PE, but the quality manager must be a certified PE and have evidence of at least 5 years supervisory or managerial experience in building construction involving the types of construction work required in this project.

17. Building Height: Please provide the required clear height of building.

- Per PWS Section 2.2.1 - The minimum interior height shall be 8 feet.

Wall Condition:

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18. Exterior Wall: Please confirm the Wall Condition (Eg: Fully Sheeted or fully Block wall (by other) or partially block wall & balance sheeted (Please Specify the height) + Sheeted) – 4 Sides.

- Per PWS, Section 2.2.1: “Construct a 17-meter by 31-meter (55 feet by 100 feet) pre-engineered or semi-permanent facility.” The method of construction for exterior walls was not specified by the government to allow for bidding contractors to propose their own designs.

19. Partition Wall: Please confirm the Wall Condition (Eg: Fully Sheeted or fully Block wall (by other) or partially block wall & balance sheeted (Please Specify the height) + Sheeted) – 1 No Located between Dinning & Store.

- Per PWS, Section 2.2.1: “Construct a 17-meter by 31-meter (55 feet by 100 feet) pre-engineered or semi-permanent facility.” The method of construction for partition walls was not specified by the government to allow for bidding contractors to propose their own designs.

20. If wall is sheeted, please provide the details of sheeting (like, sheeting will be single skin or sandwich panel) also provide the specification of roof sheeting (like, sheeting will be single skin or sandwich panel).

- Per PWS, Section 2.2.1: “Construct a 17-meter by 31-meter (55 feet by 100 feet) pre-engineered or semi-permanent facility.” The method of construction for partition walls was not specified by the government to allow for bidding contractors to propose their own designs.

Wall Accessories: Spotted

21. Nos. of Single personal doors – we have considered our standard two single personal doors with cylindrical lockset, please confirm the door dimension.

- See revised drawings. 2 each, single leaf doors: 3’-0” x 7’-0”

22. Nos. of Double personal doors – we have considered our standard two double swing personal doors with cylindrical lockset, please confirm the door dimension.

- See revised drawings. 2 each, double leaf doors: 6’-0” x 7’-0”

23. Nos. of Roll Up doors – Internal partition mentioned with 3 roll up doors, please provide the roll up door size to include in our scope of work.

- See revised drawings. Each roll up door shall be approximately 12’-8” x 5’

24. Please suggest is there is any windows located on walls, if yes please provide us the sizes & numbers.

- There shall be no windows located on walls.

25. Roof Accessories: shall we need to consider any skylight on roof?

- There shall be no roof skylight.

26. Do we have to make DBA insurance for workers on site during the project performance period?

- DBA insurance is required by United States federal law for all U.S. government contractors and subcontractors to secure workers’ compensation insurance for their employees working overseas (Defense Base Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1651-54). The FAR sets out workers’ compensation insurance requirements for all overseas contracts (48 C.F.R.

§ 28.305 and at § 52-228-3 and § 52-228-4).

27. Can the Government please provide clarification and details on how offeror's should organize a proposal response, including Volumes and specific information the Government requires for each Volume response? In addition, can the Government please provide the criteria for which proposals will be evaluated?

- Quote, 30% Design, and proposed design/construction schedule; technical reviews will be conducted based on Factor 1 Technical Evaluation with subfactors 1A, Proposed Design/Construction schedule (within Period of Performance outlined in SOW), and 1B, Method of Construction and Design (IAW UFC UFC 1-200-01, IBC 2018, most recent NEC, or most stringent reference), and Factor 2 Price.

28. Can the Government please provide the opportunity for a site visit and information related to offerers for accessing and attending the site visit?

- A site visit will not be conducted for this requirement..

29. In order to prepare a thorough response and competitive pricing, we kindly request a 4 week extension on the proposal due date. Can the Government accommodate this request?

- The solicitation closing date has been extended until 31 Jul 20.

30. We recommend the electronic submission of proposals instead of paper, hard copy submissions. Can the Government please accommodate this request and confirm that electronic submissions of proposals would be acceptable?

- All proposals will be submitted via email to Francoise.m.douala.mil@mail.mil

31. The SOW mentions that, "The Contractor shall submit a 30% facility design with their bid package." Is this request dated as same as technical and price proposal due date (1st of July)?

If yes, can you kindly advise is it possible to extend the proposal due date for 2 or 3 weeks?

- The solicitation closing date has been extended until 31 Jul 20

32. Some of the specifications are missed (especially for finishing works. For example; for food prep area only the steel countertop is specified, there is no info for rest of the components).

Are these sections should be specified by the designer in accordance with the Master Spec?

- Yes.

33. Thermal requirements of the building are not specified in the spec and SOW documents, please advise.

- Per PWS Section 2.2.10 - Indoor temperature shall be maintained at 25 degrees Celsius during the summer and 21 degrees Celsius during the winter. For wet and dry bulb data, please see the attached Engineering Weather Data.

34. Please advise for the distances of the power/water sources and sewer line to connect the designed building.

- Per PWS Section 2.2.9 - The closest Secondary Power Distribution (SDC) is approximately 50 feet (15 meters) away. The facility will not have water/sewer lines.

35. Can you please clarify the submission requirements for the bid package? What are we supposed to submit exactly? Do we just submit the first three pages of the Solicitation documents and the 30% design package?

Proposal package should include:

- Project schedule with critical path identified. MS Project is preferred.

- Cost breakdown

- 30% design: Conceptual design including floor plan, roof plan, demolition plan, building elevations, building sections, typical wall section, and life safety plan analysis.

- Design team credentials as specified in paragraph 1.20 of the SOW.