RFI Responses to Questions as of 30 August 2012.doc

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

10TH contracting squadron

USAF ACADEMY COLORADO

PROJECT BID RFIs / RESPONSES

DATE:

29 August 2012

FROM:

Christina Leary (Contract Specialist)

TO:

Larry Lawrence (10 CES/CECE)

RE:

FA7000-12-R-0014, Renovate Vandenberg Hall Phase 9, USAFA Project XQPZ 11-0103J

The following RFIs were received from contractors during the pre-bid process:

1. Will the RFI answers provided become part of the contract documents?

RESPONSE: Only questions resulting in a change to the specifications and drawings will be included in the contract documents as an addendum. The remaining questions will be posted as an attachment to the Solicitation.

2. Upon review of the Renovate Vandenberg Hall Phase 9 specification for roof accessories, specifically the generic safety rail system, can you consider the SafePro Safety Rail as a replacement or an accepted alternative.

RESPONSE: Manufacturers other than those listed under 110014.2.1.A may be submitted but must comply with 110014.2.1.A-4; they will be reviewed by the engineer of record for compliance with substitution procedures. It is unknown if SafePro Safety Rail will meet all requirements.

3. According to Form 1442, the bid time is 10:00 am on 9-4-2012. Since this is right after Labor Day, it does not leave adequate time to put the bid together. Can the bid time be moved to 2:00pm or move the bid day 1 business day?

RESPONSE: The proposal due date has been extended to 10:00 AM, MST on 6 September 2012.

4. According to Specifications Section 011000, Item 27 page 3 indicates that there are hazardous waste surveys required at new mechanical transitions is this in addition to the enclosed hazardous materials report?

RESPONSE: Yes

5. Since so much of the scope of work is repairs can another site visit be arranged for Subcontractors?

RESPONSE: A second pre-proposal site visit was held on 23 August 2012.

6. According to Section 013500, is the hazardous waste scope of work for this project limited to the brown pipe wrapping in the Cadet Store Storage Room and lead based paint on all existing exterior railings of Vandenberg Hall?

RESPONSE: No. “Hazardous Materials” is a broad term classifying many products commonly used during construction. Examples are aerosol paints, chemical cleaners, adhesives, and roofing solvents. To use these materials on USAFA property, the contractor must follow the USAFA Overarching Environmental Specifications to certify such items are accounted for and properly stored, used, and disposed of. Section 013500 applies to all work on USAFA.

7. With the lengthy process to allow Subcontractors access the last date for questions 8-16-2012 does not allow subcontractors to look at the drawings. Can this date be extended?

RESPONSE: The proposal due date has been extended to 10:00 AM, MST on 6 September 2012.

8. According to Specifications 064023, Interior Architectural Woodwork, this section refers to the Cadet Room vanities, PATC unit cover and hardware I did not see where this is applicable to this project please clarify?

RESPONSE: No new vanities or PTAC unit covers are required in the project. However there will be other project work in areas where these items are located. The specification will apply only if damage occurs during construction and replacement is necessary.

9. According to Drawing A5.x.00 DTL/Para. 2/A1.4.00, this detail references that existing metal handrail system to remain sheet it is shown in the floor plans that all exterior rails to be removed please clarify.

RESPONSE: All exterior existing guard rails will be removed and replaced.

10. According to Drawing A5.x.00 DTL/Para. 1 and 2/A1.4.01, these details reference new composite metal caps, new angle steel, paint of ceiling at windows are notes from previous construction sequences please clarify?

RESPONSE: These details are to patch and repair the soffits and or walls when the new fire walls are installed.

11. According to Drawing A5.x.00 DTL/Para. 2/A1.4.00, removing the existing paver system on the pedestal system what is the method of attachment of the pedestal system to determine the amount of PMMA repair or is the PMMA self healing?

RESPONSE: The existing pavers and pedestals are not attached to the PMMA; they are held in place by gravity only.

12. What does the acronym ARP mean?

RESPONSE: Architectural Rigid Pavement.

13. According to Drawing A.5.x.00 , please clarify if the pattern of the monolithic ARP plaza pattern is scored colored concrete or if the pattern includes inlaid stone between panels?

RESPONSE: Scored colored concrete.

14. Key note number 10 does not appear on the floor plans are we to assume all CQ desks are new?

RESPONSE: All existing CQ Desks are to be demolished and removed. Two of the old desks are no longer needed, and several CQ Desk locations shown have changed. Consequently, the drawings do not necessarily reflect their current locations. For bidding purposes, however, contractors shall assume 25 old CQ Desks are to be demolished & removed; and 23 new CQ Desks are to be constructed, assembled and set in place in similar locations within Vandenberg Hall.

15. According to Sheet A1.2.00, the CQ desk shown at stair 2-7 does not have a detail arrow is this new or existing?

RESPONSE: All CQ desks will be removed and/or replaced. See Note #14 above.

16. According to A5.x.00, DTL/Para. 3/A1.X./A5.X.00, will there be any STC/fire rating requirements in this chase detail?

RESPONSE: No STC ratings are required in the project.

17. According to A5.x.00, DTL/Para. 3/A1.X./A5.X.00, Key Note #5 is not shown on the drawings; please identify how many locations this condition occurs?

RESPONSE: Quantities must be derived from the information given.

18. Upon review of the drawings most of the following key notes are not placed on the floor plans notes 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11 and 13 will these documents be corrected?

RESPONSE: The documents will remain as they are.

19. According to Sheet A5X.01, DTL/Para. 087110, please explain how the door schedule and the hardware schedule correlate to one another?

RESPONSE: Door numbers in the door schedule match door numbers in the specification.

20. According to Sheet A5X.01, please provide missing sheet A5.X.12 as shown in detail 3/A3.0.00/A5.x.01.

RESPONSE: There should not be a Sheet A5.X.12 identifed. Disregard.

21. According to Sheet A5X.01, DTL/Para. 3/A3.0.00/A5.x.01, please provide the structural details for the attachment of the new railing to the existing roof hatch?

RESPONSE: The attachment of the rails to the roof hatch is per the manufacture.

22. According to Sheet A5X.01, Soffit Detail, please provide drawing A5.X.10 as referenced in detail 7 sheet A5.X.00.

RESPONSE: Detail 7 should reference Sheet A5.X.01 not A5.X10.

23. According to Sheet A5.X.00, Soffit Detail at Corridor, Detail 6 is not referenced on sheet A2.200 but shows up on A5.X.00 does this detail apply to this project?

RESPONSE: Yes. It applies to the second floor corridor on each side of the Cadet Store & the third floor directly above.

24. According to Sheet A5.X.00, Soffit Detail at Corridor, Detail 8 is not referenced on sheet A2.200 but shows up on A5.X.00 does this detail apply to this project?

RESPONSE: Yes. It applies to the second floor corridor on each side of the Cadet Store & the third floor directly above.

25. According to Sheet A5.X.00, Soffit Detail at Corridor, Detail 9 is not referenced on sheet A2.200 but shows up on A5.X.00 does this detail apply to this project?

RESPONSE: Yes. It applies to the second floor corridor on each side of the Cadet Store & the third floor directly above.

26. According to Sheet A5.x.00, Exit Sign Detail, Detail 10 is not referenced on sheet A2.200 but shows up on A5.X.00 does this detail apply to this project?

RESPONSE: Refer to the electrical plans for exit sign locations. Installation shall be per the manufacturer.

27. According to Sheet A5.x.00, Detail 4, how often does this detail occur please show on plans?

RESPONSE: This occurs at two stair wells on the fourth floor. Refer to the plans for exact locations.

28. According to Sheet A6.4.00, Detail 4, please provide a specification for the waterproofing mechanically attached cap for each existing rail post to remain at the exterior.

RESPONSE: The post cap is mechanically attached over the existing waterproofing membrane. All edges of the post cap are to be sealed with an approved joint sealant.

29. Justification and Approval Brand Name Requirement, dated 8-2-2012, can you explain what the square footages represent in this report? Is the 1,596 SF quantity the total square footage of the Smalti tile to be replaced?

RESPONSE: Yes

30. Terrazzo Repair, the existing stair rails that are surrounded by terrazzo are patched at each rail this is very noticeable and will remain that way if the existing railing bases are left in place. What is the extent of terrazzo replacement at these locations?

RESPONSE: Terrazzo repair locations have been identified on the drawings.

31. According to Sheet A6.X.22, DTL/Para. 1/A6.X.22, please provide a specification and detail for the spray on fire proofing inside existing millwork detail 1/A6.X.22.

RESPONSE: Disregard the note on Sheet A6.X.22, Detail 1 indicating spray fireproofing. Spray fireproofing was attempted in earlier phases, but application in the narrow space between the existing millwork cabinets was not effective. In lieu of fireproofing spray, contractor shall apply 5/8” Type X drywall over the face of the millwork opening, and seal any remaining gaps with fire-rated sealant.

32. According to Sheet A1.2.00, this sheet is labeled Third Floor Plan AA, the set seems to me missing Second Floor Plan AA please clarify?

RESPONSE: Sheet A1.2.00, the floor plan labeled as Detail 1 is incorrect. The correct label is SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AA.

33. According to Sheet A6.X.22, Detail 1, the upgrade of the existing drywall assembly to a 2 hour assembly please show a detail how it will terminate the existing curtain wall system?

RESPONSE: Because of the unique condition of the rated wall assembly termination at the window wall, the new assembly at this location must be approved by the Fire Marshall.

34. According to Sheet G1.0.02, Coordination Note, although this is not a LEED certified project the notes indicate that a LEED check list must be followed please provide prior to bid.

RESPONSE: See attached LEED NC and Renovations Checklist.PDF.

35. According to Sheet A5.X.00, Detail 5, Stairs requiring treads as described in the stair nosing schedule are we to assume that there are no existing treads to remove only new?

RESPONSE: Yes.

36. According to Sheet A5.X.00, Detail 5, Stair Nosing notes indicates that the Contractor is to verify that all other stair wells have recessed stair nose treads. We did not see all stairs on the job walk. Can you confirm that stair numbers 14,3,5a and11 do not need stair nosings?

RESPONSE: For bidding purposes, assume the listed stairs to be all inclusive. Verification of recessed nose treads in other stairwells is not required.

37. According to Sheet A6.X.01 through A6.X.20, Tile Damage Reference Photos, the referenced document sheets show pictures with a Damage Type Code that correlates to the SMALTI tile repair notes and also indicates an estimate of the total repairs. This is not consistent throughout the documents there are several pictures that have no code or quantity. How will these areas be bid by the subcontractors? If the Contractor is required to verify all locations, we must walk every stair prior to bid. Please advise

RESPONSE: All of the Smalti Tile Square footages are on the drawings. Bid the drawings based on the square footages shown on the drawings.

38. According to Smalti Tile Repair Notes, General Note 5, please provide total square footage of all Smalti Tile to be cleaned, buffed and graffiti coated or show on the floor plans the areas where this tile exists.

RESPONSE: All of the Smalti Tilte is located at the 14 stair wells on the first & fourth floors.

39. According to Terrazzo Notes, please identify what types of topical treatments have been used on the existing terrazzo?

RESPONSE: Information on past treatments is not available.

40. According to Terrazzo Notes, what type of maintenance has been done in the past on the terrazzo?

RESPONSE: Information on past treatments is not available.

41. According to Specifications 011000, Page 2 Item 5, as the additional design been done for the required new anchors?

RESPONSE: The new anchors have been designed for 5,000 lb load. Installation shall be as shown in the Structural drawings provided.

42. According to Specifications 011000, what is the manufacturer of the current fall protection system?

RESPONSE: The manufacturer of the current fall protection anchors is unknown.

43. According to Specifications 110014, when was the existing fall protection system installed?

RESPONSE: The installation date of the current fall protection system is unknown.

44. According to Specifications 110014, is the scope of the fall protection replacement of the existing anchors or replacement of the entire fall protection system as described in specification section 110014?

RESPONSE: The new fall protection system will replace the existing fall protection system, but there will be fewer anchors associated with the new system.

45. According to Specifications 110014, DTL/Para. 3.1, specification section indicates that there should be site verification of existing conditions. Will we be able to look at this prior to bid?

RESPONSE: While conducting the pre-proposal site visits, it was not feasible to provide fall protection to allow participants to view the roof condition. To prepare their bids, contractors will be limited to the information provided. See attached photographs of the roof and photovoltaic panels.

46. According to Specifications 110014, DTL/Para. D2C, project record documentation requires that each piece of equipment be tested on site under the supervision of a PE is this correct or will only the anchors that are replaced be tested?

RESPONSE: The anchors require testing. Any proprietary systems must comply with manufacturer testing requirements.

47. According to Specifications 110014, when was the last time the fall protection system was inspected or maintained?

RESPONSE: The last inspection date is unknown. The existing system is to be completely removed.

48. According to Sheet E1.0.01, Key Note 3, this note indicates that after the control panel is removed there are existing loads that must be rerouted. Will this be done my change order or will you tell us what circuits will require re-routing?

RESPONSE: Contractor shall verify with construction representative which circuits will need to be re-routed once the control panel is removed. Since the extent of re-routing is unknown, contractor shall verify scope and submit a proposal.

49. According to Sheet E1.0.01, Key Note 1, this note indicates not to move conduit with wire in it; will this active conduit be marked for the subcontractor by the Owner?

RESPONSE: The conduit will not be marked by the Owner. Contractor shall field verify which conduits are empty.

50. According to Sheet E1.0.02, Key Note 4, is the existing ground conductor exposed or concealed/buried?

RESPONSE: The existing ground conductor is exposed and attached to the utility tunnel concrete ceiling. The section noted in the drawings is missing and is to be replaced.

51. According to Sheet E1.1.01, Key Note 5, is the nearest Communication room on the third floor directly above this surface mounted box? Please provide acceptable routing of the conduit to the communication room on the third floor? Will there be core drilling or is there a chase that can be used?

RESPONSE: Refer to sheet E1.3.01 and E1.3.02 for communication room locations. Route conduit through duct closet risers, core drilling will be required.

52. According to Sheet E1.1.01, can conduit routing on Level 1 be surface mounted and painted?

RESPONSE: Surface conduit is not allowed on the exterior of the building.

53. According to Sheet E1.1.02, please define what the hatched line represents at A1 and at 21?

RESPONSE: Hatching indicates removal of surface conduit.

54. According to Detail Note, please clarify if a detail note is required at the CQ desks where a diamond with an "X" in it is shown?

RESPONSE: All CQ Desks to be removed and/or replaced. See Note#14 above.

55. According to Sheet E1.2.03, Demolition Key Note 2, is there room on site in the building to store the existing light fixtures that are to be remove d and re-used?

RESPONSE: Storage within the building is unlikely. Contractor should plan to provide secure storage within their laydown areas, but may pursue other options with the construction representative after award.

56. According to Sheet E1.2.03, New Construction Key Note 6, will the existing lighting fixtures require any type of refurbishment?

RESPONSE: Light fixtures shall be cleaned and re-lamped.

57. According to Sheet E4.3.03, various, the architectural plans show the CQ desks as new yet the electrical plans show some of them as existing how many of the CQ desks are existing?

RESPONSE: All existing CQ Desks are to be demolished and removed. Two of the old desks are no longer needed, and several CQ Desk locations shown have changed. Consequently, the drawings do not necessarily reflect their current locations. For bidding purposes, however, contractors shall assume 25 old CQ Desks are to be demolished & removed; and 23 new CQ Desks are to be constructed, assembled and set in place in similar locations within Vandenberg Hall.

58. According to Specifications 033000.1, .2, .3, please provide a key plan that show where each of the exposed aggregates is installed.

RESPONSE: Type I Concrete is monolithic Exposed Aggregate slab (color & ornate rock go all the way thru the entire slab) use as a standalone full thickness slab on grade over water proofing membrane. Type II Concrete is Exposed aggregate WEARING slab used in conjunction with the Type III base slab. Type III Concrete is standard grey color slab on grade (no color and no ornate rocks) used as a base slab under the Type II wearing slab. Refer to the drawing for extents.

59. According to Sheet L2.1.02, Note 15, states GC should be aware of discrepancies prior to bidding between the plans noted elevations and actual elevations. Is it your expectation that the contractors go out and survey the elevations prior to bidding?

RESPONSE: Bids should be based on plan information. If discrepancies are discovered after award, the contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative to request direction.

60. According to Landscape, Concrete Mix Design, I am unable to determine what concrete mix design is going in the courtyard.

RESPONSE: For courtyard concrete, refer to Specification 033000, CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE, Section 2.13, CONCRETE MIXTURES FOR SITE ELEMENTS.

61. According to Sheet A5x.01/A6.2.00, please provide a finish schedule for this project. Sheet A5.X.01 is referenced but this only contains the door schedule.

RESPONSE: Finish Schedules are in the A6._.__ series of drawings.

62. According to Sheet E4.3.04, Key 2, in a hard bid scenario how can we include all devices if not shown?

RESPONSE: At locations where no devices are shown, contractor shall assume three receptacles and one data outlet.

63. According to Sheet M1.2.03, lines between 34-35 /A-B should be tagged as condensate only one condensate line is tagged.

RESPONSE: A condensate drain shall be provided for AC-1 and AC-2. They may be combined into one drain line and shall be piped per Key Note #3.

64. According to Sheet M1.2.04, note 1 what is existing piping material on this project copper or steel?

RESPONSE: Existing piping material is copper for all medium temperature heating water piping 2" and smaller.

65. According to Mechanical, where new shut off valve is installed will a flow balance valve be installed?

RESPONSE: See Detail 1 on Sheet M6.X.01.

66. According to Mechanical, between the cadet rooms there is a flag MTHW/SR what work is required in these locations?

RESPONSE: There is no work required in the location of the MTHSW/S(R) flag. That is for information only and indicates existing supply and return risers.

67. According to Mechanical, are there any special credentials required for the duct cleaning subcontractor?

RESPONSE: See specification Section 230130, Air Distribution System Cleaning for requirements.

68. In reviewing the specifications for the horizontal lifeline portion of the project, are you referencing a specific horizontal cable system? Capital Safety does not have a permanently swaged 3/8” HLL System. Both Capital Safety and Latchways utilize an 8mm stainless cable system. Capital has a 3/8” galvanized system that uses one terminated end and fist-grip clips on the other end. Is this acceptable?

RESPONSE: Alternate HLL systems may be submitted. Submittals will be reviewed by an engineer for general compliance with the specifications.

69. According to Sheet A0.4.00/A6.4.01, Note 1 on sheet A0.4.00 shows less new railing going in than sheet A6.4.01.

RESPONSE: All interior handrails & exterior guardrails will be removed and replaced.

70. According to Sheet S5.1.00 DTL/Para. Bike Screenwall, what is the material that is covering the HSS frame for the bicycle screenwall?

RESPONSE: Refer to attached Drawing 11-0103J^2360^A.1.1.pdf.

71. According to Sheet A6.2.00, Stair Railing, in the middle of storage room 2C2 there is a call out for note 7 stair rail.

RESPONSE: Question is unclear. There is no Note 7 or stair railing indicatied in Room 2C2.

72. According to Sheet A6.2.00, Finish Schedule, Bookstore flooring calls out to match existing. Can the architect tell what existing is?

RESPONSE: USAFA Fritz VCT.

73. According to Sheet A6.2.01, at grid J/30 the ceiling calls out to paint. This ceiling looks like some type of grid.

RESPONSE: There is no Sheet A6.2.01. However on Sheet A6.2.00, there is a gypsum lid that will require paint within the field of lay-in ceiling.

74. According to Sheet A5.X.00, Detail 1, notes to "encapsulate" existing membrane to remain. What are we to include for an encapsulating material?

RESPONSE:

The note is explaining what is currently there. The existing membrane is Soprema PMMA. No exceptions.

75. According to Bid Form, Pavilions, Bid Form for Item 2 calls for 9 pavilions, Landscape drawings note 8 and show 8 in plan.

RESPONSE: See Amendment 0008

76. According to the DTL/Para., Granite Benches; of all the granite benches shown on the landscape plans, how many are existing to reuse, and how many are new?

RESPONSE: The contractor should verify the number of existing benches at time of bid.

77. According to Sheet L1.1.01, Bicycle Screen, refers you to detail 2/A1.1.00. Detail is not shown.

RESPONSE: Refer to attached Drawing 11-0103J^2360^A.1.1.pdf.

78. According to Sheet L1.1.02, Infiltration Tree Well, Notes detail 2/L2.X.02. L2.X.02 is not in our plans.

RESPONSE: Refer to L2.1.02 for detail.

79. According to Sheet L1.X.02, Detail 7 Volleyball, bottom note refers us to 2/L2.1.00. This drawing is not included.

RESPONSE: Note 1 on Detail 7, Sheet L1.X.02 is incorrect. Detail 7, Sheet L1.X.02 refers to Detail 3 on Sheet L2.1.01 (the next sheet in package). Illustrates sub drain concept within the courts.

80. According to Sheet M1.3.02, please clarify M1.3.02 Third floor fire protection plan.

RESPONSE: The Fire Protection demolition plan shows piping and sprinklers above the existing egg crate ceiling to be removed (shown on the third floor). New fire protection piping shall be installed above the new ceiling with new sprinkler heads serving the cadet store below the ceiling (shown on the second floor sheet M1.2.02). The space above the new cadet store ceiling will not be required to be sprinkled (assuming the space above the ceiling is non-combustible).

81. According to Sheet E4.4.01, are panel schedules available for existing panels on page E4.4.01? Panels- L1B37B, L1H37B, L1H28B, L1H21B, RPW-36-335, RWP-36-310, RWP-36-311, RWP-36-312.

RESPONSE: Panel schedules for L1B37B, L1H37B, L1H28B and L1H21B are attached. Schedules for the existing lighting control panels are not available. The panel schedules attached were verified prior to previous construction phases. Panel schedules may have changed since then. It is the contractor's responsibility to field verify what is currently connected.

82. Is there an available one –line for phase 9 that has fourth floor transformers and panels available?

RESPONSE: Attached are updated one-line diagrams, E5.X.01, E5.X.02, and E5.X.03.

83. Can sizes for the following transformers be provided? Transformers- T1B37B, T1H37B, T1H28B, T1H21BA.

RESPONSE: Refer to updated one-line diagrams, E5.X.01, E5.X.02, and E5.X.03.

84. Can we receive some roof photos of the existing fall Protection System since this area was not walked during the site visit.

RESPONSE: Roof photographs are attached.

85. Who was the installer of the PMMA system? The warranty will be void by the installing subcontractor if another company works on the PMMA system.

RESPONSE: One of the contractors was JBlanco Enterprises, Inc.

86. According to DTL/Para. Site Concrete, Siloxane sealer is required on the fourth floor concrete. Will this sealer also be required on the paving in the courtyards?

RESPONSE: Siloxane sealer is required only on areas designated to receive Exposed Aggregate Concrete Type 2.

87. According to Sheet S5.X.00, Detail 8, the detail is noted showing new membrane on the retaining wall but I can't find in plan view the extent.

RESPONSE: The limits of the waterproofing for the retaining wall are from grid line 17.5 to grid line 27.5. Refer to Addendum 01, Retaining Wall-Alternate Condition USAFA CS-9 SK-3.pdf for updated detail.

88. Which spec is being used, The Navy spec or GS Spec. We have not been able to find this in the documents?

RESPONSE: Master Spec 2004.

89. We need to know how many pages go with notes 1 and 2 on page M4.X.01 it says typical but no other information is given is this just showing piping in detail or are these areas that need to be added to the base board valve replacement count.

RESPONSE: This sheet was included to show piping in detail to give a better feel for how the system is arranged. All of the base board valve replacement areas are shown on the 1/8" scale piping plans. Areas shown on M4.X.01 should not be added to the 1/8" plans (they are already shown on the 1/8" plans and should only be counted once).

90. According to Sheet A2.4.00 and A2.4.01, what work is to be performed on the referenced sheets the demo shown is also shown on A0.4.02 and A0.4.03 please clarify?

RESPONSE: Exterior mounted wire raceways are to be removed. Not all raceways are abandoned.

91. According to Sheet/Specifications 11000, the summary of work 17 indicates that the replacement of the existing pavers and the ARP installation is a bid option but this is not shown on the bid form, please clarify?

RESPONSE: This was incorporated in error. This will not be a bid option, please disregard.

92. According to the Vandenberg Job Walk Agenda, Item 13, stairwell entry rain protection in stair 3 and 4 is this shown in detail 4 of A5.X.00?

RESPONSE: Yes.

93. According to Sheet A6.2.00, please define what is required to put drywall above the freezers do you have a detail of this work?

RESPONSE: Steel studs with gypsum board each side hung from the slab above. Provide kickers at 4’-0” O.C.

94. According to Sheet A6.3.00, Note 16, please provide information regarding the expansion joint cover replacement such as size and manufacturer that is to be replaced ?

RESPONSE: Assume 8” wide expansion joint cover. Manufacture is unknown.

95. According to Sheet A6.x.22, Fireproofing, please clarify and provide a detail of the fireproofing requirements in detail 1/A6.X.22?

RESPONSE: Refer to partition W5A on sheet A6.X.22.

96. What wall types should be used in details 3 and 5 sheet A6.X.22?

RESPONSE: W5A on sheet A6.X.22.

97. Can we obtain dimensions of walls that have Smalti tile?

RESPONSE: For bidding purposes, assume wall lengths of 20’-0” and a floor to floor height of 10’-0”.

98. Can we obtain a set of detailed specifications for Vandenberg Hall Phase 9 for Smalti tile and terrazzo?

RESPONSE: A detailed specification for this work is not available. The Smalti tile is a fractured glass tile set in mud over metal lath.

99. What is the “specified buffing/grinding method described in the specifications”?

RESPONSE: There is not a specification for this type of work. Provide patch, repair & refinish of all of the stairwells terrazzo.

100. What are chip and crack damage “types D and E” in the notes that are to be epoxy patched…match needs to adjacent area?

RESPONSE: Yes, match the adjacent area.

101. According to Detail 8/S5.X.00, please show what the limits of the new waterproofing at the retaining wall where it starts and ends.

RESPONSE: The limits of the waterproofing for the retaining wall are from grid 17.5 to grid 27.5.

102. According to Sheet A6.X.24, plea clarify what the note means Trespa Panel (ss-1

Thru SS-5) Interchangeable. Does this mean you want 10 panels per desk?

RESPONSE: All CQ Desks shall be provided with colored panels as a finished end product. For bidding purposes, assume a total of 10 additional panels - 2 of each color --to allow for color change of the desk if required.

103. According to Sheet E1.3.04, New construction sheet note indicates to re-use all electrical materials wherever possible, otherwise provide new. How do we know what is re-usable?

RESPONSE: If existing materials remain in sound, near new condition and all component parts remain in tack, they may be re-used.

104. According to Stair Rail - What is the acceptable tolerance for the existing posts lining up with the new posts that go through on EVERY rail (is a 1/8”)

RESPONSE: New railing must be in accurate alignment with existing rail posts. Some field adjustments may be necessary.

105. According to Sheet E.1.2.03, New construction note 10 indicates that we are to provide new receptacles in place of the old ones even if not shown on the drawings? How do we bid this item?

RESPONSE: At locations where no devices are shown, contractor shall assume three receptacles and one data outlet.

106. Why is Leviton called for on the Brand Name Justification?

RESPONSE: Because of the multi-phased renovation effort which would be ongoing for more than five years, it was deemed necessary to have matching fixtures and devices throughout all phases. Leviton was used in all earlier phases and is required in this phase.

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