Answers to Questions 7 April 2021.pdf

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

NORTHSIDE FIBER OPTIC CABLE INSTALLATION

FA670321R0004

8 April 2020

1. Currently most government agencies are asking for proposals to be submitted by email due to COVID-19. Would the Government consider allowing for email submission of the proposals?

Answer: No

2. If the Government will not allow email submission, in light of the fact that this proposal requires hard copy delivery and is currently due on April 5th, which is a Monday, would the Government consider extending Proposal due date until Wednesday April 7th so that we can send it on Monday, rather than on the weekend?

Answer: government will only be accepting proposals via the DoD SAFE. See changes in Amendment FA670321R00040001, Section L, Proposal Preparation Instructions paragraph B. As a result, the proposal due date has been extended to 23 April 2021.

3. RFP Attachment 3 (Specification) if identified as being for another Project ("Building 510 Repair Exterior and Interior"), and is not relevant for this project. Will the Government be providing a corrected Attachment #3?

Answer: Yes, the headers were removed that are not applicable to this requirement. All other information in the attachment remains unchanged and is applicable to the current requirement. If the contractor believes a different standard is applicable, they can provide it and the government will review.

4. The solicitation states: “Hard copies of the proposals shall be submitted in separate, tabbed, three-ring binders and one (1) electronic copy.” Was the requirement for a hard copy submission included in error? If not, given the current COVID-19 pandemic, specific state mandates and guidance against gathering in groups and being around people outside of your home, and the fact that many employees are working remotely (and therefore not in their closed offices to be able to print files), will the Government consider ONLY requiring electronic copies?

This has been revised to allow submissions through DoD SAFE. Please refer to the solicitation for updated guidance.

5. The solicitation states that if resumes are provided as documentation instead of a proposed plan, “all names must be redacted from resumes prior to submittal.” Confirm that offerors may include names in the organizational chart.

Names on organization chart are permitted. Names on resumes must be redacted.

6. Please confirm that offerors may submit completed Contractor Performance Assessment Reports (CPARs) instead of Past Performance Questionnaires for Part III – Past Performance.

a. PPQs are the preferred method of past performance evaluation to be submitted by the contractor.

7. Q&A and addendum show conflicting information on email submission Email submission of proposals will not be accepted. Submit proposals through DoD SAFE in accordance with the revised solicitation.

8. Page 46, Section L Paragraph D states: Financial Resources: Offerors shall submit a completed financial capability letter from their financial institution. (See attachment 5).

a. The file is named Attachment 5 but the document itself has “Attachment 04” as the header. Does the government want us to leave the header at 04 or will there be a new document issued?

This has been updated to “Attachment 5” to match the title of the file.

b. The instructions on the Attachment 5 (4) document state: “This sheet may be sent to the banking institution/s in regards to a determination of contractor responsibility as part of the evaluation for solicitation number FA670321R0004…” Please confirm that the Government is requesting the Banking Institute complete the form and Contractors should include the completed form in the Proposal (vs. providing the signed authorization for the government to request from the institute.)

The portion titled “to be filled out by contractor” will be filled out by the prime contractor. The portion titled “to be filled out by financial institution” will be filled out by the bank. Signatures and dates are required by the appropriate parties for both sections.

c. Part II Technical Paragraph a.i. requests the company provide information such as qualifications and experience of the company “owner.” As an Alaskan Native Corporation, our firm doesn’t have an easily defined “Owner”. We do, however, have General Manager/Project Manager who is signatory for the company and local to the Project. Can we assume that the General Manager is an acceptable substitution for owner, even if he may also act as the Project Manager?

Yes, a General manager/Project manager may suffice if they are the signatory for the company. The name of the individual responsible for the company must be disclosed in the proposal.

9. Will CAD files of the existing base be supplied for preparation of the ESPCP design? If yes, Will the CAD files have topographic and utility information reflected in the files? No, any available drawings will be provided to the contractor post award.

10. Will the collected GPS information require certification by a land surveyor? No but GPC location information shall have a join QA Check done.

11. SOW Section 2.7.2 states AF Form 103 and Georgia Utilities Protection Center permitting before any excavation activities...Will utility locating be provided or will this need to be done as a component (and cost) to the project? Utilities will not be provided, this will be the responsibility of the contractor. Coordination on this must be done through Base Civil Engineering 14 days in advance of digging activities.

12. The supplied sketch is basically a one line diagram, is there a more specific map showing the actual planned routing? A simple base map will be provided. In accordance with paragraph 1.0, the design is part of the scope of work as a turnkey solution.

13. Is there a requirement to field survey the planned routes prior to design? Yes, a site survey will be conducted after award. Please see requirements in paragraph 2.1.

14. Must the ESPCP have to be specific to each instance for the entire length of the project or can it be more descriptive (by general detail) of what is to be done while doing specific activities such installing manholes and excavating for installing the lines? ESPCP is required for land disturbances 1 acre or greater and should be specific. If the land disturbances from the project are below 1 acre, follow the State of Georgia Best Management Practices

15. Does the ESPCP have to be prepared and stamped by a licensed Professional Engineer? If an ESPCP is required, due to the amount of land disturbance, it should be prepared and stamped by a person holding a Level II NPDES certification (gray card holder).

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16. In the documents provided on Beta.SAM.Gov, there is NO specification that provides necessary details regarding this installation. For example in order to properly price this effort we will need to know the required burial depth for any new direct-buried fiber or any newly installed ducts.

Installation of underground conduits/ducts shall be IAW RUS Bulletin 1751F-643 and RUS Bulletin 1753F-151. Ducts installed beneath roads, sidewalks, parking areas, other paved surfaces or areas to be paved, etc. shall be installed a minimum of 36" below grade. All ducts installed beneath any paved surfaces shall be installed by means of horizontal directional boring beneath the paved surface so as not to damage the existing pavement, unless not physically possible due to geographical or man-made obstructions. In MH with knockouts, ducts shall start at the bottom knockout, allowing for upward expansion in the MH. All ducts not installed across roads, sidewalks, parking areas, or areas to be paved, etc. shall have a minimum of 36 inches ground cover, where possible. The Contractor shall provide other protective measures, concrete cap, etc., in those areas where the minimum ground cover cannot be achieved.

Grading of ducts shall be accomplished IAW RUS Bulletin 1751F-643.

17. PWS Section 2.3.2 and 2.3.3 - There is no guidance provided in the SOW for the required size of new Hand Holes. In order for contractors to price this, we will need to know the minimum or required dimensions are for any new HH's. Additionally, please identify what type of Rating and cover are required. Maintenance holes installed under this Task Order shall have an American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) rating of H-20 or equivalent.

Unless otherwise stated, HHs shall have a minimum interior dimension of 4’W x 4’L x 4’H. Hand holes shall be furnished with cable racks and a grounding system. HHs shall be of concrete construction and meet the requirements of TIA -758B, paragraph 5.2.2. Prefabricated HHs are preferred. HHs shall be installed so that they are reasonably level on a gravel bed of 6 inches to allow drainage of water from the walls. The gravel bed should extend 8 inches to 12 inches beyond the outer edges of the HH. HHs shall be provided with hinged torsion assisted rectangular covers. The MH/HH covers shall be labeled with 1/8” raised letters stating

“COMMUNICATIONS”.

18. PWS Section 2.3.1 indicates a 12' x 8' x 7' manhole, but indicates that the required minimum dimensions can vary by up to 2' on either length or width. Does this mean that a 10' x 8' x 7' MH would be acceptable? Please clarify this requirement, and provide the MINIMUM dimensions https://npdestraining.com/courses-and-training/gswcc-stormwater-training/all-level-ii-intro-to-design-classes https://npdestraining.com/courses-and-training/gswcc-stormwater-training/all-level-ii-intro-to-design-classes that the Government will accept. Yes, the variance is 2’ length and width from the preferred 12’x8’x7’. Please reference paragraph 2.3.1 in the SOW

19. In several locations there appeared to be exiting Hand holes with direct conduit access into the Buildings we will be installing fiber to. Please confirm whether using these hand holes and conduit entries will be acceptable. Please reference paragraph 2.3 Installation Tasks in the SOW for use of existing conduit clarification.

20. The sketch provided does not show the physical or geographical relationship of the various Buildings or MH/HH locations, which is essential for properly estimating the effort. Would the Government please provide Drawings (possibly from CVC) that depict the physical relationship between these Buildings and MH/HH's. A simple base map can be provided. However, drawings and maps that depict detailed communication MH/HH cannot be provided as part of the bid and proposal phase.

21. PWS Section 2.3.5 states that we are to install new Maxcell into EACH new 4" PVC Conduit. Most AFB's require 3 Maxcells in only ONE of each bank of ducts, with one being Detectable. Please confirm whether placing three Maxcells (one detectable and 2 non-detectable) into ONE of the new ducts installed will be acceptable. 3 Maxcell Innerducts 3”x 3 cell using at a minimum one detectable tracer wire in each duct

22. PWS Section 2.3.14 states that a maintenance loop is required in EACH HH and MH. Please provide the required length of each maintenance loop. (Most USAF Bases require a 50' loop in each MH or HH containing a splice, in the first MH/HH from a Building and in every THIRD MH/HH along the duct bank). The Contractor shall install a minimum of a 50 feet fiber optic cable maintenance loop at the first MH/HH from the building and in every third MH/HH. A 25 foot maintenance shall be provided at each splice point MH/HH location. The maintenance loops shall be properly labeled and securely supported by two cable hooks. Cable hooks are to be positioned so the highest one supports the underside of the top of the coil and the bottom hook supports the underside of the bottom of the coil.

23. PWS Section 2.3.16 calls for FOUR 4" conduits to be installed from "B401B-HH1 to new MH, 401B-MH1, and 401B-MH1 to B-401B Comm Shelter". Please clarify this requirement - PWS 2.3 4 states that we are to install TWO 4" (not FOUR) wherever necessary on new cable routes.

Which is correct? Paragraph 2.3.16 is correct. The requirement is four 4” conduit from “B401B- HH1 to new MH, 401B-MH1, and 401B-MH1 to B-401B Comm Shelter”. Paragraph 2.3.4 references new fiber installations from B-401B-Comm Shelter to end buildings.

24. During the Site Visit, we were unable to locate HH440. It appears that HH446 and HH440 provide a viable existing conduit path and Building entry points into Buildings 440, 441 and 446.

Please provide a Drawing (CVC?) that shows the physical location oh HH440, and note whether we can use this path for Building entry into these three Buildings. An updated sketch will be provided that will show an updated Path 9 with 24 strands of SM Fiber running through a new conduit between existing HH 446 and the Navy/Marine Reserve Center (Bldg.440).

25. In light of these additional questions, and the release of the Government's responses, we respectfully request an extension of at least 2 weeks after release of Responses.

Proposal due date extended to 23 April 2021.

26. Are we to extend service loop all 288 strands from 4018-HH1 to new 4018-MH1or just the 36 strands that are to be spliced to Comm Shelter Bldg 4018. For Path 1, only 36 strands of SM fiber is to be extended from Manhole 401B-MH1 and Building 401B (Comm Shelter).

27. Are we to run conduit from bldg 446 to 440 or is there an existing manhole between the bldgs?

Please refer to the Attachment in the SOW for requirements. There is currently a duct system between HH446 and HH440.

28. How long is the process to review trenching/digging plans after submission? Submittal turn around 14 days.

29. Do you have any directional boring restrictions? All directional boring be conducted in accordance with 94th CE Dig Permit Procedure.

30. Will excavation equipment and materials be allowed to be stored on base overnight and on weekends? Yes, a laydown area shall be coordinated with 94 CS, 94 CE and 94 SFS.

31. Is there an existing conduit path underneath St Hwy 280 that can be utilized for this project so as to avoid boring underneath 280? Yes.

32. Can 4.00" HDPE conduit be used for road crossings as a substitute for SCH 40 PVC? All under road crossings shall be HDPE SIDR 11.5. HDPE should be smooth wall-Silicone permanently lubricated lining recommended if pulling great amount of cabling. (ARTICLE 353 Part II). See update 2.3.4 in revised SOW dated 5 April 2021.

33. Can all existing building entrance conduits be utilized? Yes, space permitting.

34. Are there any depth requirements for the trenching / boring? 36”

35. Are there any depth requirements for the direct buried Fiber? 36”

36. Will all the utilities be located by either 811 or through the base? Yes. Coordination shall be done with both 811 and BCE 14 days in advance.

37. Are hand holes required on either or both sides of a road / driveway crossing? At a minimum, one is required, but both sides may be necessary depending on conditions.

38. Are there any specific regulations that would need to be followed for the creek / wetland crossings? Impacts/disturbances to waterways/wetland are regulated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Prior to working in these areas, you must coordinate with the USACE. The contact for Cobb County is: Ms. Jade R. Bilyeu, Regulatory Specialist Regulatory Division, Piedmont Branch, US Army Corps of Engineers, 4751 Best Road, Suite 140, College Park, GA 30337, Jade.R.Bilyeu@usace.army.mil, (678) 422-6572

39. Is locate wire required? Yes. All new tracer wire installed for this project needs to have a wire nut and label installed at all wire ends, and those wire ends secured but not connected to grounds. The tracer wire shall be exposed; free from the conduit and capped (insulated). The mailto:Jade.R.Bilyeu@usace.army.mil tracer shall be secured and routed to the maintenance hole or hand-hole neck to a point where manhole/hand-hole, and tagged with a label so indicating it as a “Duct Tracer Wire to xxx – Do Not Remove (where xxx is the other end of the wire).” Tracer wires shall not be connected to any grounding system. Tracer wire shall be pulled back from building entrances until it is underground to prevent lightning damage.

Warning Tape Cable warning tape shall be buried one (1) foot below the surface and shall follow the duct/buried cable route. The tape shall be a minimum of three inches wide and orange in color with the appropriate warning message.

40. PART III - PAST PERFORMANCE. Please clarify if Sub-Contractor past performance of EFI&T projects and Prime Contractor’s Past and Present Performance Questionnaire for Non EFI&T projects will be acceptable. Yes, so long as the proposal explains the role of the subcontractor for this project.

41. Amendment 0001 / PROPOSAL PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS: c. Electronic copies shall follow guidelines of these instructions. The content and page size of electronic (DOD SAFE) copies. For electronic (DOD SAFE) copies, clearly identify electronic file names to permit rapid location of all portions, including subfactors, exhibits, annexes, and attachments. The offeror shall submit Volumes I through III in electronic format. The electronic (DOD SAFE) copies of the proposal shall be submitted in a format readable by Microsoft (MS) Office Word, MS Office Excel, MS Office Project, and MS Office Power Point.

Will the government consider allowing proposal submittal using MS Adobe Acrobat .pdf format?

Yes, per the most recent update to the solicitation, all proposals must be in Adobe .pdf format.

42. Can the government please provide a better map/drawing that more accurately depicts all the buildings, manholes, and hand holes we will be utilizing for the job? The current drawing provided in the solicitation did not appear to be up-to-date during the site walk. A simple base map can be provided. However, drawings and maps that depict communication MH/HH cannot be provided as part of the bid and proposal phase. An updated sketch titled “Sketch No 2 rev7” will be provided that will show an updated Path 9 with 24 strands of SM Fiber running through a new conduit between existing HH 446 and the Navy/Marine Reserve Center (Bldg.440).

43. Section L- Technical Proposal- Subfactor 1. Program Management (i)- Please clarify the last statement of “If resumes are provided as documentation instead of a proposed plan, all names must be redacted from resumes prior to submittal.” Can you please confirm that this section requires an organizational chart and resumes of key personnel, with names redacted?

Names on organization chart are permitted. Names on resumes must be redacted.

44. Does the government have minimum staffing requirement for this project (i.e. PM, Superintendent, QC, SSHO) and can they be dual-hatted? A PM, Superintendent, Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) and Certified Confined Space Entry personnel as well as any other staffing to meet the total requirements in the SOW. Staff can be dual hatted with the excepting of the QAE. The Contractors and Sub-contractors entering spaces on Dobbins ARB, GA are responsible for the safety of their personnel and for their own permit space program as outlined in AFI 91-203. All confined space operations must be coordinated with the Base Safety Office prior to start of work. The primary Contractor is responsible for all Sub-contractor confined space operations.

45. Can you please provide a copy of the site visit sign in sheet?

The sign-in sheet has been posted to beta.sam.gov.

46. On path #1, Can you confirm that the 288-strand fiber is to be extended to the new manhole 401B-MH1 and the 36 strand fibers to be spliced at that point? For Path 1, the existing 264 strands may be extended into the newly installed Manhole but only 36 strands of SM fiber is required be extended from 401B-HH1 to Manhole 401B-MH1 and then to Building 401B (Comm Shelter).

47. On path #1, Are the new conduits to enter the building below grade and into the existing junction box inside or can they just be stubbed through the floor? There is already conduit stubbed out going into the building for use. These existing stubs should be used.

48. On path #1, is the 288-strand fiber terminated on the distance end and where is it located? The 36 strands for Path 1 will need to be terminated, tested and labeled in the distant end DCO (Bldg. 700). Please see update to paragraph 2.3.9 in the revised SOW dated 5 April 2021 to include Bldg 700

49. On path #2, Can you confirm that there is a valid pathway under the highway? There is existing conduit under State Hwy 280 (S. Cobb Dr).

50. On path#3, We were told that the 24-strand was coiled up in building 401, can you verify the length of the cable so we can determine the best route and if it will reach 401B? The 24 strands of SM fiber is already terminated in Bldg. 401 (Billeting) are not relevant to this project. Path 3 will be a new path of 24 strands of SM Fiber from the Comm Shelter (Bldg. 401-B) to Billeting (Bldg. 401).

51. On path #4, Due to the rocky terrain of this area, we recommend conduit versus direct buried to avoid damage to the cable, will this be acceptable? The contractor is responsible for the design plan for the Outside Plant and can recommend what they believe is best given the terrain. See paragraph 2.3 of the SOW.

52. On path#4, Can you verify that a bridge attachment is acceptable to cross the creek? Contact the USACE (see RFI response #38 above)

53. On path #4, Can you verify that the existing hand hole can be utilized for the building entrance?

No, use the existing hand hole for entrance into the building.

54. On path #5, Can you verify that cutting the road is acceptable? This is where the road meets the parking lot in front of Building 467 (TCC Hub). Cutting Road is acceptable.

55. On path #5, Can you verify that there will be a new building entrance versus utilizing the existing hand hole to enter the building? There was a hand hole near the external door to the Comm closet of Bldg 467 (TCC Training Complex Hub). The existing hand hole can be used for entrance into the building.

56. On path #6, Due to the terrain and the need to bore under roads, can we bore the entire route?

Yes. Reference 2.5.2 for road crossing requirements.

57. On path #8, can you verify that there is suitable space in the HH446 for the splice?

This is dependent on the number of strands planned to be spliced at this location and size of splice box.

58. On path #9, Can you verify that there will be an amendment addressing the hand hole that could not be located during the walk through? There is a Handhole in front of B441 in the grassy area.

59. Is existing utility locates a responsibility of the contractor or the air force? Utilities will not be provided, this will be the responsibility of the contractor. Coordination on this must be done through Base Civil Engineering 14 days in advance of digging activities.

60. How many days is the review period for a crane permit? Crane Permit is not a local permit and must be submitted by the contractor through the FAA. Estimated review period is 60 days, this is an estimate only and should be confirmed with the FAA.

61. Are any areas of the site environmentally protected or do they have any environmental restrictions or concerns? Streams require a 25 foot buffer per state regulations.

https://www.dca.ga.gov/sites/default/files/dcabackyardbuffers.pdf. Also, refer to #53.

62. How long does it take to receive acceptance of a confined space permit? 15 business days

63. Is having an SSHO a requirement? Yes.

64. Can the Fiber Optic Technician in the management plan be an employee of a subcontractor?Yes.

65. Bid Bond: The requirement for a bid bond is checked on the SF 1442 and is also referenced in FAR 52.225-1 on Pg. 51. Section L does not specify where the bid bond is to be included in the bid proposal package. Where (what volume and order) do we include the bid bond in the bid proposal package?

Volume I, Price Proposal. Solicitation has been amended to reflect this.

66. Financial Capability Letter: Section L includes a “Financial Resources” section which lists a requirement for a completed financial capability letter from our financial institution (attachment 5), however, it does not specify where this attachment is to be included in the overall bid proposal. Where (what volume and order) do we include the financial capability letter in the bid proposal package?

Volume I, Price Proposal. Solicitation has been amended to reflect this.

67. Path #9 24 Strands SM: Is the 100 feet below inclusive of the distance from Bldg. 440 to the new HH AND the distance between the new HH and HH440? Or is that just the length from Bldg. 440 to the new HH? Please confirm the Path #9 length.

No. Measurement will vary depending on the contractor design. All stated measurements are approximate. See requirement 2.1 in SOW.

68. Statement of Work 2.3.14: What minimum length is expected for each maintenance loop?

The Contractor shall install a minimum of a 50 feet fiber optic cable maintenance loop at the first MH/HH from the building and in every third MH/HH space permitting, otherwise a minimum of 25 feet. A 25 foot maintenance shall be provided at each splice point MH/HH location. The maintenance loops shall be properly labeled and securely supported by two cable hooks. Cable hooks are to be positioned so the highest one supports the underside of the top of the coil and the bottom hook supports the underside of the bottom of the coil.

69. Statement of Work 3.1.7: Can the Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) also be the site superintendent?

No

70. Statement of Work 3.1.7: Will the QAE need to be employed by the prime contractor or can they be employed by the subcontractor?

QAE can be employed by subcontractor, but relationship to Prime must be stated.

71. Do the fiber runs enter the bldg. into the Communications rooms or are there existing hallway pathways we will need to plan to use to get to the communications rooms in each bldg.? Do we need to add to the existing pathways pipe, J-Hooks, or tray to get to the communications rooms in each bldg.? Will we need to core drill existing bldg. to gain access or is there existing ducts?

Currently all buildings should have existing duct to comm rooms. IAW SOW paragraph 2.1 all information provided in the SOW shall be verified in post award site walk.

72. 2.3.4 – Install new (2) x 4” PVC scheduled 40 and schedule 80 under road crossings or wherever necessary on the new fiber cable installation routes (see Attachment 2 of solicitation). Locations are not called out on attachment 2. Can the footage & number of locations be verified? (2) 4” schedule 80 will be required under the roads correct?

Attachment 2 of solicitation was for path references not installation routes. Reference para 2.3 Installation tasks for Installation information. Statement of Work updated to reflect under road crossing requirement: All under road crossings shall be HDPE SIDR 11.5. HDPE should be smooth wall-Silicone permanently lubricated lining recommended if pulling great amount of cabling.

(ARTICLE 353 Part II).

73. Install (3) 3pack Maxcell. What will be the size of the Maxcell?

3 Maxcell Innerducts 3”x 3 cell using at a minimum one detectable tracer wire in each duct

74. 2.3.16 – Excavate and/or trench B401B-HH1 to new manhole, 401B-MH1, and 401B-MH1 to B-

401B Comm Shelter and complete duct connection of 4 each 4” conduits from manhole to shelter. Will the (4) 4” conduits only be connecting the 401B-MH1 to B-401B comm Shelter? Or will they be connecting B401B-HH1 to 401B-MH1 as well? Can we get a verification on the footage between 401B-MH1 to 401B Comm Shelter?

The 4 each 4” conduits will connect 401B-HH1 to 401B-MH1 as well as 401B-MH1 to Bldg. 401B Comm Shelter. The distance provided on Sketch 2 is an estimate.

75. The (5) new HH’s to be placed. What is the required size?

Maintenance holes installed under this Task Order shall have an American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) rating of H-20 or equivalent. Unless otherwise stated, HHs shall have a minimum interior dimension of 4’W x 4’L x 4’H. Hand holes shall be furnished with cable racks and a grounding system. HHs shall be of concrete construction and meet the requirements of TIA -758B, paragraph 5.2.2. Prefabricated HHs are preferred. HHs shall be installed so that they are reasonably level on a gravel bed of 6 inches to allow drainage of water from the walls. The gravel bed should extend 8 inches to 12 inches beyond the outer edges of the HH. HHs shall be provided with hinged torsion assisted rectangular covers. The MH/HH covers shall be labeled with 1/8” raised letters stating “COMMUNICATIONS”.

76. All new conduit to be installed will be a minimum of 4”?

Yes. Reference paragraph 2.3.4 in the SOW.

77. 2.5.2- Where road crossings occur, a minimum of two 4” ID conduits at such crossings shall be installed and shall be concrete encased. To be concrete incased the road will need to be removed, can this be a 2’ wide trench and repaired back or will this require a certain sqft removed and replaced.

2’ wide trench is permitted but must be conducted in accordance with 94th CE Dig Permit Procedure.

78. I only count 8 locations in green (new cabling and duct) at a total of 19,950’ of fiber. The SOW calls for 23,000’ of fiber and 9 locations. Please identify in green the unmarked location on the print provided by Dobbins ARB. The strand count will determine how much fiber we purchase for the project for each strand count of fiber, being there are several different strand counts of fiber optic cable requested.

One path (#7) was removed. Cable measurements are approximations. IAW paragraph 2.1 in the SOW the contractor shall verify all information provided for actual site conditions including site distances during post award site survey.

79. Has existing duct been verified that path is 100% passable? If not and this has to be verified during project how will this be compensated? Will Change orders be given for additional work?

No, it has not been verified. IAW paragraph 2.1 in the SOW the contractor shall verify all information provided for actual site conditions including site distances during post award site survey. Contractors are advised to submit their best proposal given the information provided at this time. Any change orders will be reviewed in accordance with the contract.

80. For Path 1 From B-401B Comm Shelter to New Manhole to Existing Manhole 401B-HH1 are these Manhole or Handholes?

401B-HH1 is a hand hole and 401B-MH1 is a new manhole that will be installed by the contractor. Reference paragraph 2.3.1 in SOW.

81. For Path 3 From B-401B Comm Shelter to Billeting Bldg 401. For the New Duct is it 4 4 inch or how many and what size?

Paragraph 2.3.4 is correct. Two 4” duct from Comm Shelter to End Buildings, with under road crossings shall be HDPE SIDR 11.5. HDPE should be smooth wall-Silicone permanently lubricated lining recommended if pulling great amount of cabling. (ARTICLE 353 Part II). Please note the requirement 2.3.16 is four 4” conduit from “B401B-HH1 to new MH, 401B-MH1, and 401B-MH1 to B-401B Comm Shelter.

82. Can you confirm the size of the existing manholes and hand holes?

Manhole and hand hole sizes are not available. The sizes can be obtained during the post award site survey.

83. Considering the weather concerns the date of the site visit 3/18 (schools were closed and our site visit attendee was unable to attend), is their consideration in having a second site visit date?

Not at this time.

84. Section L Part III Past Performance: please confirm any projects used will have to be COMPLETED and not in progress.

Section 3(a) of the solicitation states the following: “Submit information on contracts completed in the past five (5) years.” So yes, projects will need to have been completed in order to be considered for past performance.

85. Section M does not reference PPQs specifically in the evaluation of past performance. If selected evaluator does not complete and submit PPQs back to the government prior to deadline, how will this affect offeror’s acceptability rating?

Section L, Part III – Past Performance, c, states that PPQs will be used to assess performance. If there is no past performance to report, offeror must identify this. Failure to submit the aforementioned information may result in the offeror’s proposal being barred from consideration.

86. Will the government accept previously completed Past Performance Questionnaires?

Provided that the information presented on the PPQ is EXACTLY the same (i.e. questions, etc), previous completed PPQs are acceptable.

87. Will the government accept previously completed past performance evaluations such as CPARs in lieu of Past Performance Questionnaires?

No, Gov’t requesting copy of the past performance questionnaires. If none are available, Offeror is to identify accordingly.

88. Will the government provide at least a two week extension from date of all questions being answered?

Proposal due date extended to 23 April 2021

89. Does a small business functioning in the role of sub-contractor to a SAM certified prime contractor also required to be a SAM certified as a small business?

No, sub-contractor does not need to be registered in SAM. However, the sub-contractor must not be on the active exclusions list.

90. Does a company need to have Security clearance for the RFP at Dobbins to do the fiber install work?

No, but all members entering Dobbins might have to complete a background check.