Q Aas of20 August 2009 B104.doc

Solicitation #FA6656-09-R-0005 Construct Addition/Fire Suppression B104 Questions with Answers/Clarifications as of 20 August 2009:

15. Will storage on the base be available for the furniture and equipment.

Response: No storage is available on base.

16. Could we get existing roof framing plans & cross sections of bldg?

Response: Please see the attached scanned drawings entitled Scan 164, Scan 165, Scan 166, Scan 167, Scan 168, and Scan 169. We have chosen the available ones that we felt were pertinent.

17. Is the area above clg to be sprinklered? If yes, is a dry system required?

Response: Yes, and a dry is not required.

18. Who is responsible for protecting existing wood floors? Any special method?

Response: Contractor is responsible for any protection required to protect the floor from damage.

19. The ceiling spec calls standard tile to be Cortega by Armstrong - Room finish on print says Mars Clima Plus. Please clarify - Mars is much higher price than Cortega.

Response: If this is referring to Spec section 09 51 13-4 para. 2.02 B.1.c references are for pattern only, the requirements of B. 1 must also be met. Either would be acceptable as long as para. B. 1 is met.

20. What is design based on, nfpa 13 , ufc, or?? Design density & hose allowance on f01 dose not match nfpa 13 standards.

Response: As drawing F-01 states and specifications section 21 13 13; design is based on NFPA 13 with the exceptions listed in the notes on sheet F-01.

21. If sprinklers are required above new ceilings in existg wood roof area, is area subject to freezing & is a dry system required?

Response: Area is a return air plenum and not subject to freezing. At this point a dry system is not required.

22. Is there a place on fbo website to check so we would automatically receive any bulletins, memos, etc?

Response: Vendor can add opportunities to a “watch list” list (ala “favorites” list). This allows for ease in referencing targeted opportunities. Additionally, vendors receive updates about opportunities on their Watch List. (See the Vendor USER GUIDE for more detailed information on the FBO site)