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AMENDMENT 07

The following changes are hereby made to solicitation FA8101-08-R-0024:

FIRST:

Due to a inadvertent techical system error, all previous amendments, 1-6, are hereby withdrawn.

SECOND:

All offerors are encouraged to review and address all solicitation requirements. Each page of the solicitation may require the contractor to fill in or respond to questions and certifications. Failure to respond completely to the entire solicitation requirement and its attachments may render your offer ineligible for award.

THIRD:

All offerors must comply with the second paragraph in “C. Early Submission of Questionnaires” under FACTOR 3--PAST PERFORMANCE INFORMATION of Section L.

FOURTH:

Attached is revised Technical Specification Section 01011 ‘Contract Summary of Work’ dated 15 Apr 08 (8 pages).

FIFTH:

Attached is revised Attachment 4 ‘Past Performance Reference Sheet’ to the solicitation.

SIXTH:

Offeror are encouraged to review Block 13d of the solicitation regarding Government acceptance of offer. Offerors providing less than 120 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

SEVENTH:

Bid Note 3 in solication FA8101-08-R-0024 is hereby changed as follows:

FROM: Note to Offerors: Offerors are hereby advised that the minimum quantity for this effort for all CLINS is zero; however, a minimum guaranteed seed project has been determined to be at least $50,000. This will be awarded to the successful offeror simultaneously with the basic award. The maximum estimated quantity is as depicted per subCLIN in Attachment 5. In completing the offer, the Max Est Quantity times the unit price equals Extended Price for each SubCLIN of Attachment 5. The total Extended Price for each subContract Line Item Number (subCLIN) shall be added together for the Basic Period and each Option Period to arrive at the total estimate contract price for each period. The total for each period shall be entered on Schedule B, pages 5 through 7, of the solicitation. For example, the extended prices for subCLINS 0001AA-0001LW shall be cumulated and the total brought forward to page 5, CLIN 0001. *NOTE: Attachment 5 subCLINs containing “N/A” in the Max Est Qty do not require pricing by the offeror.* The values entered on Page 5 through 7 will be used in determining the lowest offer. Offerors are cautioned against submitting an offer that contains unbalanced pricing. Offers that are determined to be unbalanced may be rejected if the contracting officer determines that the lack of balance poses an unacceptable risk to the Government. The magnitude of construction for all line items for each contract period is more than $10 million, however, the Government does not anticipate that the total of awarded projects during each contract period to exceed $5 million.

TO:

Note to Offerors: Offerors are hereby advised that the minimum quantity for this effort for all CLINS is zero; however, a minimum guaranteed seed project has been determined to be at least $50,000. This will be awarded to the successful offeror simultaneously with the basic award. The estimated quantity is as depicted per subCLIN in Attachment 5. In completing the offer, the Est Quantity times the unit price equals Extended Price for each SubCLIN of Attachment 5. The total Extended Price for each subContract Line Item Number (subCLIN) shall be added together for the Basic Period and each Option Period to arrive at the total estimate contract price for each period. The total for each period shall be entered on Schedule B, pages 5 through 7, of the solicitation. For example, the extended prices for subCLINS 0001AA-0001HJ shall be cumulated and the total brought forward to page 5, CLIN 0001. The values entered on Page 5 through 7 will be used in determining the lowest offer. *NOTE: Attached to this amendment is Schedule B, pages 5 through 7, to enter year totals.* Offerors are cautioned against submitting an offer that contains unbalanced pricing. Offers that are determined to be unbalanced may be rejected if the contracting officer determines that the lack of balance poses an unacceptable risk to the Government. The maximum quantity for this effort shall be an additional 10% of the 5 year total of line item quantities.

EIGHTH:

Incorporated in this amendment is revised Attachement 5 Schedule B Excel Spreadsheet dated 07 Aug 2008. All previous Attachment 5 Schedule B Excel Spreadsheets are hereby deleted in their entirety from the solicitation FA8101-08-R-0024.

NINTH:

The following solicitation clauses are hereby added:

The following have been added by reference:

The following have been added by full text:

52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 15 calendar days.

(End of clause)

252.219-7009 SECTION 8(A) DIRECT AWARD (SEP 2007)

(a) This contract is issued as a direct award between the contracting office and the 8(a) Contractor pursuant to the Partnership Agreement between the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Department of Defense. Accordingly, the SBA, even if not identified in Section A of this contract, is the prime contractor and retains responsibility for 8(a) certification, for 8(a) eligibility determinations and related issues, and for providing counseling and assistance to the 8(a) Contractor under the 8(a) Program. The cognizant SBA district office is:

US SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

301 NW 6TH STREET SUITE 116

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73102

(b) The contracting office is responsible for administering the contract and for taking any action on behalf of the Government under the terms and conditions of the contract; provided that the contracting office shall give advance notice to the SBA before it issues a final notice terminating performance, either in whole or in part, under the contract. The contracting office also shall coordinate with the SBA prior to processing any novation agreement. The contracting office may assign contract administration functions to a contract administration office.

(c) The Contractor agrees that--

(1) It will notify the Contracting Officer, simultaneous with its notification to the SBA (as required by SBA's 8(a) regulations at 13 CFR 124.308), when the owner or owners upon whom 8(a) eligibility is based plan to relinquish ownership or control of the concern. Consistent with Section 407 of Pub. L. 100-656, transfer of ownership or control shall result in termination of the contract for convenience, unless the SBA waives the requirement for termination prior to the actual relinquishing of ownership and control; and

(2) It will not subcontract the performance of any of the requirements of this contract without the prior written approval of the SBA and the Contracting Officer.

(End of Clause)

TENTH:

The following soliciation clauses are hereby deleted:

ELEVENTH:

The follwing solicitation clause has been modified:

52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 15 calendar days; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 60 days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 66 months.

(End of clause)

TWELTH:

Any reference to 1 Ply roofing systems within the solicitation shall be considered omitted from the requirement.

THIRTEENTH:

As a result of above, the solicitation close date is hereby extended as follows:

FROM: 12 August 2008 3:00 CST TO: 1 December 2008 3:00 CST

FOURTEENTH:

In reference to RFP FA8101-08-R-0024, issued 14 March 2008, the following RFI’s and responses shall be incorporated into the solicitation as follows:

RFI #1.

QUESTION. Reference Page 3, Section B, Para 3, Note. Will the subCLINs that are annotated N/A be included in the basic contract?

RESPONSE. SubCLINs have been established for the sole purpose of consistency of line item numbering in all the years. They will be included in the final contract awarded.

RFI #2.

QUESTION. If contractors are not required to price them (above), are they considered Non Pre-Priced Items?

RESPONSE. They are not to be considered as true non pre-priced items as defined in the contract terms.

RFI #3.

QUESTION. Reference Page 3, Section B, Para 5. Is bonding to be included in the unit price?

RESPONSE. All costs for the work to be performed as described in the solicitation terms and conditions and all its attachments shall be included in unit pricing offered.

RFI #4.

QUESTION. Will bonding be required on all task orders or only those which exceed $25K (Payment) and $100K (Payment and Performance)?

RESPONSE. Per FAR 28.102-1, payment bonds shall be required for any project over $30,000. Performance and payment bonds shall be required for any project with an estimated value exceeding $100,000. See solicitation clause 52.228-15.

RFI #5.

QUESTION. Reference Page 3, Section B, Paras 8 and 12. Is there historical data available as to the average magnitude of the task orders, the average number of task orders ongoing simultaneously, and the percentage of the task orders that have been considered urgent and emergency?

RESPONSE. Due to the maintenance schedule of the multiple roofs at Tinker Air Force Base the requested data is not available. Repair and replacement of the roofs are also dependent on the weather conditions experienced.

RFI #6.

QUESTION. Reference Page 4, Section B, Para 14. If the Davis-Bacon Act Wage decisions are to be issued with each task order, will the contractors be afforded the opportunity to change the unit pricing in the basic contract should the task order wage decision change?

RESPONSE. The unit prices offered in response to the solicitation will not change after issuance of the resultant contract.

RFI #7.

QUESTION. Should the offerors include anticipated wage increases into the out-year unit prices?

RESPONSE. Contractors will need to make their business decision regarding the wages in response to the solicitation.

RFI #8.

QUESTION. Reference Page 5, Section B, Para 16. The specifications indicate some submittals cannot be provided within 10 days after NOA, as they may be close-out, environmental (weight receipts), etc. Will a submittal schedule be required to project the submission date of those submittals that cannot be submitted within 10 days?

RESPONSE. The contractor shall follow the delivery schedule for the submittals as stated on the AF Form 66 or as found in the individual technical specification to determine appropriate submission time. The submittal process is necessary to review and approve materials, test, etc prior to installation of those items. A specific schedule for those submittals that will not be necessary prior to construction is not required. Closeout submittals and things such as testing requirements shall be submitted as soon as practical to achieve project completion and acceptance.

RFI #9.

QUESTION. Is an electronic copy of the AF Form 66 available for use during the contract period?

RESPONSE. The AF Form 66 will be provided in .pdf format for each project.

RFI #10. QUESTION. Reference Section I, FAR 52.236-26. Will there be a preconstruction

Conference for the basic contract or for only the task orders?

RESPONSE. There will be a preconstruction conference for the basic contract that will review all requirements for working at Tinker Air Force Base and the contract terms and conditions. The Government will advise if a preconstruction conference will be necessary for each individual project. This determination will be made based on the complexity of the project and the performance of the contractor.

RFI #11. QUESTION. Is a separate job trailer required for each project or Delivery Order?

RESPONSE. The use of job trailers for each individual project is at the discretion of the contractor. The Government does not require one for each project. Contractors are advised of limited space at the facility. Proximity of the staging area to the actual job site is not guaranteed.

RFI #12.QUESTION.Is there a line item for the equipment required to stock and remove material and debris from the different jobs? It will require different cranes and lifts depending on the building height and where set up will be allowed.

RESPONSE. There is not a specific line item for such costs. All costs associated with the performance of each line item task shall be included in the line item prices.

RFI #13.QUESTION. Page 4 of 53, Paragraph 12.b - Since there is a requirement for Urgent proposals within three working days and emergency proposals response within 24 hours after site visit does this mean that proximity is of importance and is there going to be a requirement for an office within a distance of Tinker AFB?

RESPONSE. The offeror shall provide whatever necessary items to be able to successfully meet all the solicitation requirements. The Government has not specifically directed or required any such location of an office.

RFI #14. QUESTION.

a) Will roof designs be provided with Delivery Orders? Or will winning

Contractor be required to design the roof?

b) Will drawings be required to be submitted with the project?

c) Will drawings need to be stamped by an Architect or Engineer?

d) Will that Architect and Engineer be required to be licensed in the State of Oklahoma?

e) If Drawings are required by the contract holder on each Delivery Order, what version of AutoCAD is required?

RESPONSE.

a) Civil Engineering will furnish a Summary of Work, drawings and Project Submittal Register that are specific for each Delivery Order.

Contractor shall provide limited design/engineering services as part of this Delivery Order. Limited design/engineering services will consist of providing “minimum design” documents in accordance with the following:

Design Services by Roof System Installer

Set final elevations for all roof drains. This may affect the final slope of tapered insulation slopes in drainage areas.

Final shop fabrication drawing and details of all perimeter, counter flashing, and sheet metal shapes.

Final insulation board setting drawings and details.

Design Services by Roof System Manufacturer

Final sizing and spacing of roof insulation anchorages.

Final sizing and spacing of perimeter metal counter flashing anchorages.

These services may be satisfied by contractor submittal of manufacturers’ standard data where manufacturer products have been previously tested and listed by Factory Mutual or Underwriters Laboratories.

b) Yes, as stated above “minimum design” documents will be required. These drawings will be identified in the Project Submittal Register.

c) Existing roofs that are being replaced with standing seam metal roof system will be required to have the drawing stamped by an Engineer.

d) Yes

e) AutoCAD 2004 or latest version.

RFI #15. QUESTION. Is the QC to be a non working person or can the foreman perform both tasks?

RESPONSE. See 1.8 Quality Control Manager (QCM), Section 10400 of the Specification for the qualifications and duties of the QCM.

Note; more than one Delivery Order may be scheduled at the same time; each Delivery Order will have its own foreman.

RFI #16. QUESTION. Is all ballast removal to be by vacuum?

RESPONSE. No, the majority of the aggregate can be removed in accordance with Section 02090, Preparation for Re-Roofing.

RFI #17. QUESTION. Is there a need for a Structural Engineer Line Item for situations that may require direction and/or design by a Structural Engineer?

RESPONSE. The need for a structural engineer is required when replacing an existing roof system with a standing seam metal roof and the cost for a structural engineer shall be included in the cost per square feet.

RFI #18. QUESTION.

a) Section 00 70 00 Subparagraph 1.3.15, second paragraph. What version of AutoCAD is required?

b) Is the Tri-Services A/E/C CADD standard 3.0, the latest version?

c) Will any roof details be required as part of the final As-built drawings or only the roof plan?

d) Will the text, size, color, layering and other requirements in the Tri-Services A/E/C CADD standard be required on both the details and the roof plans?

e) Can we get a copy of the Tri-Services A/E/C CADD Standard?

RESPONSE.

a.) AutoCAD 2004 or latest version.

b.) Yes c.) Yes d.) Yes e.) Download from https://cadbim.usace.army.mill/

RFI #19. QUESTION.

a) Since all of the equipment on the roof is existing, how far does the electrical contractor’s responsibility extend?

b) If the electrical subcontractor unhooks the electric to a RTU or a group of RTU’s and discovered that the existing electrical wiring does not meet current NEC requirements, will the Contractor be responsible for the upgrade at this expense or will the Government modify the contract for extra work?

a.) For equipment that needs to be removed and replace in order to raise the curbs, the responsibility of the contractor will be the nearest point of disconnects i.e. pipe joint and power connections at the equipment. The contractor will be responsible for the submitting the paper work for the outage for that equipment being removed and replaced.

b.) The Contractor shall notify the Government that that the existing electrical wiring does not meet current NEC requirements or per 3.1.5 Electrical Demolition C., Section 01011, Summary of Work, “Repair of devices, where found to be inoperative by Tests on beginning the work, is government responsibility.” The Government will address the situation at that time. Reference solicitation clause 52.236-2 ‘Differing Site Conditions’.

RFI #20. QUESTION. Section 01510, 1.4.C – Will barricade/fence lighting be required on all work enclosures at all sites or just at main storage site?

RESPONSE. Basic requirements for Delivery Order jobsite’s staging area are that area be fenced and that it be screened along the VIP Route; and the jobsite (roof area) meet OSHA requirements. Staging areas will be addressed in Delivery Order Summary of Work and on Government furnished drawings. Basic requirements for main storage area are that it be fenced, gated and Contractor’s sign.

RFI #21. QUESTION. Will the Contractor be responsible for Spec 00720 pages 1 thru 71 asbestos, hazardous waste, lead paint abatement, etc? Since there is a specification section and it states as per drawing and there are none available.

RESPONSE. Yes, the Contractor will be responsible for 00720 pages 1 thru 71. There are roofs on Tinker AFB that have non-friable asbestos contained in existing roofing materials. These roofs that contain non-friable asbestos will be addressed per Delivery Order.

RFI #22.QUESTION. Which sections take precedence? 00 70 00, 00 71 00, 00 72 00 or Sections

00700, 00710 and 00720 as listed in the Technical Specifications?

RESPONSE. The correct section numbers are Sections 00700, 00710 and 00720 as listed in the Technical Specifications.

RFI #23.QUESTION. If existing electric, plumbing, and mechanical that is disconnected or to connect to are not to current codes, will this be priced as a change order per basis? The Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Contractors are required by code to correct any of these items found to not meet the current code.

RESPONSE. The Contractor shall notify the Government that that the existing electrical, plumbing and mechanical disconnects does not meet current code requirements or per 3.1.5 Electrical Demolition C., Section 01011, Summary of Work, “Repair of devices, where found to be inoperative by Tests on beginning the work, is government responsibility.” The Government will address the situation at that time. Reference solicitation clause 52.236-2 ‘Differing Site Conditions’.

RFI #24. QUESTION. Can DensDeck be used on parapet walls in lieu of plywood as a substrate to attach roofing materials?

RESPONSE. Contractors shall bid according to specifications.

RFI #25.QUESTION. Section 01011, Paragraph 3.1.3, do all curbs need to be changed out or can they be reused?

RESPONSE. The intent to remove and replace existing roof top equipment is to permit raising the equipment curbs to allow the sloping of the roof in order to permit drainage to the roof drains. Attaching new curb materials to the existing curb in order to raise the curb to the required height is permitted providing the existing curb has not deteriorated.

RFI #26.QUESTION. Section 01011, Paragraph 3.1.5, Does this mean any devices needing correction to meet code or non working will be taken care of by Government as directed by the CO? The mechanical and plumbing sections are not addressed in the same manner. Please verify.

RESPONSE. The Contractor shall notify the Government that that the existing electrical, plumbing and mechanical disconnects does not meet current code requirements or per 3.1.5 Electrical Demolition C., Section 01011, Summary of Work, “Repair of devices, where found to be inoperative by Tests on beginning the work, is government responsibility.” The Government will address the situation at that time. Reference solicitation clause 52.236-2 ‘Differing Site Conditions’.

RFI #27.QUESTION. Section 01011, Article 3.2.1, Will the subparagraphs below require the services of a Structural Engineer?

RESPONSE. No, existing roofs that are being replaced with standing seam metal roof system will be required to have the drawing stamped by an Engineer.

RFI #28.QUESTION. If a QC is required on every project will we have to furnish testing equipment for each one of the QC’s including Delmhorst moisture meters and EVT temperature monitors?

RESPONSE. No, the intent is to have one full time QCM with other trained QC personnel under the QCM. The Contractor shall provide sufficient number of equipment in order to provide the QC testing requirements.

RFI #29.QUESTION. 0001AA - What thickness insulation should we figure for this line item?

Different thicknesses require different lengths of fasteners and a different number to achieve this wind rating.

RESPONSE. Use 6 inches as an average thickness for insulation.

RFI #30.QUESTION. 0001AB - What thickness insulation should we figure for this line item?

Different thicknesses require different lengths of fasteners and a different number to achieve this wind rating.

RFI #31.QUESTION. 0001AC - What thickness insulation should we figure for this line item?

Different thicknesses require different lengths of fasteners and a different number to achieve this wind rating.

RFI #32. QUESTION. 0001AD - What length of screw should we use to figure this on? Different lengths have different prices.

RESPONSE. Use 4 inches as an average length of screw.

RFI #33.QUESTION. 0001AE - What does the vapor barrier consist of? 6 mil Visqueen, two ply hot mopped felt etc.? Need to know what type of vapor barrier to figure.

RESPONSE. See Section 01011, Summary of Work, I. Vapor Retarder Application to

Metal Deck without Sheathing for vapor barrier requirements.

RFI #34.QUESTION. 0001AF - What type of asphalt should be figured for this flood coat?

RESPONSE. Type III Asphalt

RFI #35.QUESTION. 0001AG –

a) Is this item to just deliver asphalt to Tinker AFB for use by others?

b) Is this a quote for the asphalt and deliver to Tinker AFB only or does this include applying and storage container, heating tanker etc?

RESPONSE. Line Item to be removed from requirement

RFI #36.QUESTION. 0001AH - Is this line item for the gravel only or does it include the cost for applying also?

RESPONSE. Price to include material and application.

RFI #37.QUESTION. 0001AK - What size and type of pitch pan? Does it include a cover? What is the filler in the pitch pan?

RESPONSE. 12”x12” pitch pan, no cover, and fill with asphalt.

RFI #38.QUESTION. 0001AM

a.)What size gutter should we base this line item on?

b.) Does it include cleaning, prepping the gutter and installation of liner?

a.) 6” (W) x 6” (H) b.) The price to include cleaning, prepping the gutter and installation of liner.

RFI #39.QUESTION. 0001AN

a.)What type of warranty should this flashing be based on?

b.)Should this be figured on masonry walls, wood walls, curb flashing, what?

c.)How tall of a flashing height should this price be based on?

d.)Granular surface or smooth?

e.)If smooth does this line item include coating?

a) Base flashing warranty should be part of the warranties in line items 0001BU through 0001DQ.

b.) Should be based on all types of walls and curb flashings c.) For estimating pricing, use 8 inch height.

d.) For estimating pricing, use granular surface.

e.) Not applicable

RFI #40.QUESTION. 0001AR

a.)What size lead boot?

b.)Does this line item include roof prep for installation if not installed on a new roof?

a.) 3-inch diameter lead boot.

b.) Line item to include roof prep for installation.

RFI #41. QUESTION. 0001AS

a.)What type of underlayment? Base sheet, insulation, densdeck, what?

b.)What thickness?

a.) Over concrete decks: One ply of asphaltic-coated fibrous glass felt. Asphalt type attachment as recommended by manufacturer.

b.) Not applicable

RFI #42.QUESTION. 0001AT

a.)What type of underlayment? Base sheet, insulation, densdeck, what?

b.)What thickness?

a.) Over Gypsum decks: One ply of asphaltic-coated fibrous glass felt. Mechanical fastener per manufacturer’s recommendation b.) Not applicable

RFI #43.QUESTION. 0001AV - What is the attachment pattern?

RESPONSE. Line Item 0001AV shall be deleted from Schedule B. Revision to

Schedule B to add

Line Item - Field-Of-Roof Spacing (0001LX)

Line Item – Perimeter Roof Spacing (0001LY)

Line Item – Corner Roof Spacing (0001LZ)

RFI #44.QUESTION. 0001AX - What is the attachment pattern?

RESPONSE. Line Item 0001AX shall be deleted from Schedule B. Revision to

Line Item - Field-Of-Roof Spacing (0001MA)

Line Item – Perimeter Roof Spacing (0001MB)

Line Item – Corner Roof Spacing (0001MC)

RFI #45.QUESTION. 0001AZ – What is the attachment pattern?

RESPONSE. Line Item 0001AZ shall be deleted from Schedule B. Revision to

Line Item - Field-Of-Roof Spacing (0001MD)

Line Item – Perimeter Roof Spacing (0001ME)

Line Item – Corner Roof Spacing (0001MF)

RFI #46.QUESTION. 0001BA

a.)Is this a complete system, less insulation, price to include T patches primer etc for the system?

b.)What type of cover board and what size?

c.)What length fasteners?

RESPONSE. Line Item to be removed from requirement

RFI #47.QUESTION. 0001BB

a) Is this a complete system, less insulation, price to include T patches primer etc for the system?

b) What type of cover board and what size?

c) What length fasteners?

RESPONSE. Line Item to be removed from requirement.

RFI #48.QUESTION. 0001BC

a.)What type and size of aggregate?

b.)Is this loose ballast or applied in some sort of adhesive?

RFI #49.QUESTION. 0001BD

a.)What type and size of aggregate?

b.)Is this loose ballast or applied in some sort of adhesive?

RFI #50.QUESTION. 0001BE - Is this the flashing applied pricing alone or does it include termination, metal counterflashing etc?

RFI #51. QUESTION. 0001BF

a.)What type and thickness of coverboard?

b.)What length of fasteners should be figured?

RFI #52.QUESTION. 0001BG

a.)What type and thickness of coverboard?

b.)What length of fasteners should be figured?

RFI #53.QUESTION. 0001BH

a.)What size and type of aggregate?

b.)Is it just supplied to Tinker AFB or actually installed?

c.)Is it loose laid or in some sort of adhesive?

RFI #54.QUESTION. 0001BJ

a.)What all is included in this line item?

b.)Does it include termination and counterflashing?

RFI #55.QUESTION. 0001BK - can a "R" panel be used in lieu of the "M" panel specified?

RESPONSE. New line item added in Schedule B for “R” panel (0001MK).

RFI #56.QUESTION. 0001BL - can a "R" panel be used in lieu of the "M" panel specified?

RESPONSE. New line item added in Schedule B for “R” panel (0001ML).

RFI #57.QUESTION. 0001BM

a.)Is this line item priced per inch of thickness? It just says 1” minimum.

b.)What warranty, how many coats?

c.)Does this include deck prep and if so what type?

a.) Line item description revised to state the following:

Line item to include “minimum coating total system thickness of 30 dry mils average (minimum 16 dry mils anywhere on the roof).” “2 inch minimum spray polyurethane foam insulation thickness, Reference Section 01011, 2.2A10.”

b.) Warranty is for the total roof system.

c.) After the existing roofing system is remove (removal priced under separate line items), the roof decks are to be prepped in accordance with the Manufacturer’s recommendation. Existing roof decks could be concrete, metal, or wood. The roof deck will be identified per Delivery Order -Summary of Work and on Government furnished drawings.

RFI #58.QUESTION. 0001BN

a.)Is this line item priced per inch of thickness? It just says 1” minimum.

b.)What warranty, how many coats?

c.)Does this include deck prep and if so what type?

a.) Line item description revised to state the following:

Line item to include “minimum coating total system thickness of 30 dry mils average (minimum 16 dry mils anywhere on the roof).” “2 inch minimum spray polyurethane foam insulation thickness, Reference Section 01011, 2.2A10.”

b.) Warranty is for the total roof system.

c.) After the existing roofing system is remove (removal priced under separate line items), the roof decks are to be prepped in accordance with the Manufacturer’s recommendation. Existing roof decks could be concrete, metal, or wood. The roof deck will be identified per Delivery Order -Summary of Work and on Government furnished drawings.

RFI #59.QUESTION. 0001BP

a.)Test how? Section 01410 calls for two types of tests. Each test method specified costing different amounts.

b.)Should there be a line item for each type of test specified in 01410?

c.)Does this line item include test only?

a.) The type of test will be identified per Delivery Order - Summary of Work b.) Line Items revised for testing drain by as follow:

0001MG TEST ROOF DRAIN

Method 1 in accordance with Section 01410, 2.1.D

0001MH TEST ROOF DRAIN

Method 2 in accordance with Section 01410, 2.1.E c.) Yes, line item is for test only.

Revised Schedule B adds the following line item:

0001MJ CLEAR ROOF DRAINS

Labor, equipment, and materials necessary to clear drains obstructions in accordance Section 01410, 2.1

RFI #60.QUESTION. 0001BT - What type mounting?

RESPONSE. Screw mounted to brick or masonry walls.

RFI #61. QUESTION. 0001BU

a.)What all is included in this item?

b.)How many men, what equipment?

c.)How many man hours should be priced in this item per trip?

d.)Does this line item include any material?

a.) Whatever is required to fix roof repairs under warranty.

b.) Whatever is required to make roof repairs under the warranty.

c.) Whatever is required to make roof repairs under the warranty.

d.) Line item to include what is required to make roof repairs under the warranty.

RFI #62.QUESTION. 0001DK – Berridge does not offer a water tightness warranty on their exposed fastener “M” panels.

RESPONSE. Line Item description changed to ‘Manufacturer Warranty.’

RFI #63.QUESTION. 0001DL – Berridge does not offer a water tightness warranty on their

RFI #64.QUESTION. 0001DM – Berridge does not offer a water tightness warranty on their

RFI #65.QUESTION. 0001DN – Berridge does not offer a water tightness warranty on their

RFI #66.QUESTION. 0001DR - How high of a building should we base this line item on?

RESPONSE. 30 feet

RFI #67.QUESTION. 0001DS

a.)Is the sweeping and ballast removal included in this line item?

b.)Is the dump fees included in this line item?

a.) No, sweeping and ballast removal are included in line item 0001DY.

b.) Yes, dump fees to be included in this line item.

RFI #68.QUESTION. 0001DT

a.) No, sweeping and ballast removal are included in line item 0001DZ.

RFI #69.QUESTION. 0001DU

a.) No, sweeping and ballast removal are included in line item 0001EA.

RFI #70.QUESTION. 0001DY

a.)Does this include sweeping and wind rowing of aggregate ballast?

b.)Does it include hauling and dump fees?

c.)If it can be reused or salvaged does it include cleaning and storage fees?

a.) The intent of this line item is the removal of aggregate ballast. How the removal is accomplished, should be determined by the Contractor.

b.) Yes, hauling and dump fees to be included in this line item.

c.) All roofing material will be new.

RFI #71. QUESTION. 0001DZ

a.)Does this include sweeping and wind rowing of aggregate ballast?

b.) The intent of this line item is the removal of aggregate ballast. How the removal is accomplished, should be determined by the Contractor.

b.) Yes, hauling and dump fees to be included in this line item.

c.) All roofing material will be new.

RFI #72.QUESTION. 0001EA

a.)Does this include sweeping and wind rowing of aggregate ballast?

c.) The intent of this line item is the removal of aggregate ballast. How the removal is accomplished, should be determined by the Contractor.

b.) Yes, hauling and dump fees to be included in this line item.

c.) All roofing material will be new.

RFI #73.QUESTION. 0001EB

b.)Does it include hauling and disposal fees?

a.) The complete removal of existing insulation.

b.) Yes, hauling and disposal fees to be included in this line item

RFI #74.QUESTION. 0001EC

RFI #75.QUESTION. 0001ED

RFI #76.QUESTION. 0001EL

a.)What all does this line item contain?

b.)Does it include disposal costs?

c.)Do we include dump fees?

d.)Do we include air monitoring?

e.)Does it include testing?

a) The line item consists of the asphaltic layer (bitumen and felt) between the decking and insulation.

There are roofs on Tinker that contain Non-Friable ACM in the base flashing. Areas of positive contamination will be address in the Delivery Order Summary of Work.

The Contractor shall follow abatement procedures as required in the Tinker AFB Specification Section 00720, Attachment 2 – TAFB ASBETSOS ABATEMENT SPECIFICATIONS, Revised 7-Aug-07, as note:

1. Non-Friable ACM may be removed by the general contractor. An Asbestos Contractor will not be required.

2. The contractor shall employ a certified competent person to oversee the removal. A Competent Person as defined in Para. B.15 is one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions and has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate the hazards. The Competent person shall meet the criteria of the EPA’s Model Accreditation Plan for Supervisors 40 CFR Part 763 and duties required by Subpart C of 29 CFR 1926.20 through 1926.32.

3. The contractor shall provide its employees with Asbestos Awareness Training prior to removal and conduct a daily ACM safety briefing.

4. Sanding, grinding, and dry removal of this material is prohibited.

5. Disposal as regular trash is allowed.

b.) Yes, hauling and disposal fees to be included in this line item.

c.) Yes, dump fees to be included in this line item.

d.) Yes, air monitoring shall be included in the line item pricing.

e) No, testing of existing roofing materials will be by the Government and areas of positive contamination will be address in the Delivery Order Summary of Work.

RFI #77.QUESTION. 0001EM

a.)What all does this line item contain?

b.)Does it include disposal costs?

c.)Do we include dump fees?

a.) The line item consists of the asphaltic layer (bitumen and felt) between the decking and insulation.

b.) Yes, hauling and disposal fees to be included in this line item.

c.) Yes, dump fees to be included in this line item.

RFI #78.QUESTION. 0001EN - Does this line item include disposal fees?

RESPONSE. Yes, line item to include disposal fees.

RFI #79.QUESTION. 0001EP - Does this line item include disposal fees?

RESPONSE. Yes, line item to include disposal fees.

RFI #80.QUESTION. 0001EQ

a.)Is this per layer?

b.)Does it include disposal fees?

a.) Yes per layer.

b.) Yes, line item to include disposal fees.

RFI #81. QUESTION. 0001ER

a.)Is this per layer?

b.)Does it include disposal fees?

a.) Yes per layer.

b.) Yes, line item to include disposal fees.

RFI #82.QUESTION. 0001ES

a.)Does this line item include disposal fees?

b.)How tall of flashings should we figure for removal in this item?

c.)Is metal such as counterflashings separate from this item?

a.) Yes, line item to include disposal fees.

b.) For estimating pricing 8 inches.

c.) No, line item to include removal of all flashing.

RFI #83.QUESTION. 0001ET

a.)Does this line item include disposal fees?

RFI #84.QUESTION. 0001EU

a.)Does this line item include disposal fees?

RFI #85.QUESTION. 0001EV

a.)Does this line item include disposal fees?

b.)How tall of flashings should we figure for removal in this item?

d.)Also does the cost of ballast removal to be included in this line item cost?

RFI #86.QUESTION. 0001FG

a.)What does this line item include?

b.)Does it include interior protection?

c.)Does it include removal and disposal of existing LWIC?

a.) The intent of this line item is to patch/repair existing concrete decking prior to the installation of roofing system.

b.) Yes, interior protection as required per Summary of Work.

c.) Yes, removal and disposal of existing LWIC as required.

RFI #87.QUESTION. 0001FJ thru 0001GL a.)Is this removal and reset of existing units or new?

b.)If it is new HVAC units do these line items include curb removal and replacement if the new HVAC unit does not fit existing curb?

c.)Is there any roof work included in this work or is it only HVAC and Electrical?

d.)Is there a man hour charge for roofer stand by while this work is going on and if so how many man hours?

a.) Line Items are for the removal and reset of existing units.

b.) Line Items are not new HVAC units.

c.) There should be no roof work included in the line items.

d.) No, there should be no man hours charges for roofer standing by while this work going on. The roofers should be doing other roof work during this time.

RFI #88.QUESTION. 0001GP - Does this item include anything other than the sawing of the reglet?

RESPONSE. This line item consists of saw cutting for reglets in brick parapet walls. For estimating pricing use 2 inches saw cut depth.

RFI #89.QUESTION. 0001GY - Does this include all items in the detail?

RESPONSE. Yes

RFI #90.QUESTION. 0001GZ

a.)Does this include all items in the detail?

b.)What size of expansion joint should we base the price on?

a.) Yes b.) Yes, use 2” for expansion joints.

RFI #91. QUESTION. 0001HA

a.)Is this line item for the shingles and underlayment only?

b.)Is underlayment to be figured as 30 LB felt only?

a.) The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a shingle roof system b.) For asphalt shingle 30 LB felt to be include in this line item, see Section 07311 of the specification for more information.

RFI #92.QUESTION. 0001HB

a.)Is this line item for the shingles and underlayment only?

b.) For asphalt shingle 30 LB felt to be include in this line item, see Section 07311 of the specification for more information.

RFI #93.QUESTION. 0001HC

a.)Is this line item for the shingles and underlayment only?

b.) For asphalt shingle 30 LB felt to be include in this line item, see Section 07311 of the specification for more information.

RFI #94.QUESTION. 0001HD

a.)Is this line item for the shingles and underlayment only?

b.) For asphalt shingle 30 LB felt to be include in this line item, see Section 07311 of the specification for more information.

RFI #95.QUESTION. 0001HE - Factory Ridge Or 3 Tab Ridge?

RESPONSE. For estimating, price line item per Section 07311, 2.4.A. Alternative pricing for Section 07311, 2.3B

RFI #96.QUESTION. 0001HF - Factory Ridge Or 3 Tab Ridge?

RESPONSE. For estimating, price line item per Section 07311, 2.4.A. Alternative pricing for Section 07311, 2.3B

RFI #97.QUESTION. 0001HG

a.)What Type Of Underlayment? 30# Felt, Ice & Water Shield Or

Titanium. 1 Ply Or 2 Ply?

b.)What Manufacturer should we use as reference product?

RESPONSE. Line Item to be deleted as underlayment is covered under line item for shingle roof systems.

RFI #98.QUESTION. 0001HH

a.)Roll Vent Or 4' Section Vent?

b.)What Manufacturer should we use as reference product?

a.) For estimating, price line item per Section 07311, 2.6A.

Alternative pricing for Section 07311, 2.6B b.) Contractor to determine manufacturer, to be part of product submittal.

RFI #99.QUESTION. 0001HJ - Are Metal End Caps Required?

RESPONSE. Yes.

RFI #100.QUESTION. 0001HK - What product and Manufacturer should we use as reference product?

RESPONSE. Contractor to determine manufacturer, to be part of product submittal.

RFI #101.QUESTION. 0001HL

a.)What Size?

b.)Gauge?

c.)Pre-Finished Or Galvanized?

d.)Is A Cont. Clip Required?

e.)Shop Fabricated or Manufacturer?

RESPONSE. For all above refer to Section 07311 and Section 07620

RFI #102. QUESTION. 0001HM

a.)What Size?

b.)Gauge?

c.)Pre-Finished Or Galvanized?

d.)Is A Cont. Clip Required?

e.)Shop Fabricated or Manufacturer?

RESPONSE. For all above refer to Section 07311 and Section 07620

RFI #103.QUESTION. 0001HN - 3 Tab Starter Or Manufacturer Starter?

RESPONSE. For estimating, price line item per Section 07311, 2.4A.

Alternative pricing for Section 07311, 2.4B.

RFI #104.QUESTION. 0001HP – What is the stretch out on this item?

RESPONSE. Use Manufacturer’s recommendation.

RFI #105.QUESTION. 0001HQ

a.)The spec has items that do not match this spec. Is the cover board 1” perlite and how is it attached?

b.)Asphalt or adhesive attachment required for 20 year warranty?

c.)What length fasteners should be figured for this line item?

d.)Should felts be type 6?

e.)Are the felts tar coated organic, fiber glass or asphalt coated fiber glass? f.)Spec calls out deck sheathing below insulation. Is this to be included in this line item price?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 4 Ply BUR Coal Tar roof system per Section 07512.

RFI #106.QUESTION. 0001HR

a.)Should this line item be figured based on then spec section?

b.)What should we figure for the cover board?

c.)Do we include a deck sheathing in this line item price?

d.)What length fastener should be figured for pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 4 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07536

RFI #107.QUESTION. 0001HS

a.)Should this line item be figured based on then spec section?

b.)What should we figure for the cover board?

c.)Do we include a deck sheathing in this line item price?

d.)What length fastener should be figured for pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 4 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07536

RFI #108.QUESTION. 0001HT

a.)Should this line item be figured based on then spec section?

b.)What should we figure for the cover board?

c.)Do we include a deck sheathing in this line item price?

d.)What length fastener should be figured for pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 4 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07536.

RFI #109.QUESTION. 0001HU

a.)Do we base this price on the spec section?

b.)What should I figure for the cover board?

c.)Should I include deck sheathing in this pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 2 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07537

RFI #110. QUESTION. 0001HV

a.)Do we base this price on the spec section?

b.)What should I figure for the cover board?

c.)Should I include deck sheathing in this pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 2 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07537

RFI #111. QUESTION. 0001HW

a.)Do we base this price on the spec section?

b.)What should I figure for the cover board?

c.)Should I include deck sheathing in this pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 2 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07537

RFI #112. QUESTION. 0001HX thru 0001HZ a.)Do we base this price on the spec section?

b.)What should I figure for the cover board?

c.)Should I include deck sheathing in this pricing?

RESPONSE. The intent of this line item is for a complete installation of a 2 Ply MB Hot asphalt roof system per Section 07537

RFI #113.QUESTION. 0001JK – What is the size of the downspout?

RESPONSE. For estimated purpose use 6” diameter.

RFI #114.QUESTION. 0001JL – What is the size of the gutter?

RESPONSE. For estimated purpose use 4” (H) x 6” (W)

RFI #115.QUESTION. 0001JR – Can a “R” panel be used in lieu of the “M” panel specified?

RESPONSE. Line Item added for “R Panel” (0001MM).

RFI #116.QUESTION. 0001KY – Is the roof drain to be installed or just supplied to Tinker AFB?

RESPONSE. These are to be new interior roof drains supplied and installed by the Contractor.

RFI #117.QUESTION. 0001KZ - Is the roof drain to be installed or just supplied to Tinker AFB?

RESPONSE. Roof drains are to be new and supplied and installed by the Contractor.

RFI #118.QUESTION. 0001FJ thru 0001GL - These line items state “Unit replacement on curb.”

Is this a new curb or existing. Specification section 01011, Paragraph 3.2.3, item A, states curbs should be new. Please clarify.

RESPONSE. The roof contractor’s drainage requirements may require the raising of equipment curbs. The raising existing curbs can be accomplished by attaching new curb sections to the existing curbs. Existing curbs that have deteriorated will have to be replaced and raised.

RFI #119.QUESTION. 0001JN - It appears that this line item is for replacing a through wall scupper where an existing scupper is removed. Does there need to be a line item for cutting a new scupper through an existing wall where one was not present before?

RESPONSE. Line Item to include saw cutting for enlarging or installing new opening for wall scupper. For estimating purpose use 6”x 6” opening.

RFI #120.QUESTION.

a.) Section 01011, Paragraph 3.2.1, Structural - These subparagraphs describe adding new structural framing. Who is designing and sizing the framing?

b.)Who is verifying that all new roof opening and equipment added to the roof is within structural limits of the structure?

c.)Will a Structural Engineer be a NPI or will a line item be added in attachment 5 for structural issues such as this?

a.) New structural framing refers to new Structural Standing Seam Roof system and to be designed by the roofing Manufacturer.

b.) The IDIQ Roofing Contractor c.) No, pricing should be included in roofing system.

RFI #121.QUESTION. On the unit price bid form (Attachment 5) there are several pvc pipe prices to be provided. No mention in made of providing insulation on this piping. Is there any intention of having this piping insulated? If so please provide specifications.

RESPONSE. At this time, no insulation is required for pvc piping.

RFI #122.QUESTION. On the unit price descriptions where the ac units are called to be connected and disconnected no mention is made of patching of any existing insulation. Is patching of the insulation required? If so please provide specification.

RESPONSE. When disconnecting and reconnecting existing ac units in order to raise the curbs, the intent of this line item is to included all cost to raise the unit to included boxes for electrical wiring and pipes and insulation for the piping system see Sections 15400, 16415, and 16600 for more information.

RFI #123.QUESTION.

a.) Specification section 01011, Paragraph 3.1.3, item A states “Remove and reinstall existing equipment on new curbs.” No specifications have been provided regarding the construction of these new curbs?

b.)Also are new curbs required on exhaust fans or unit ventilators?

c.)Are there any conditions where Contractor will remove and reinstall existing equipment on existing curbs?

RESPONSE. The intent to remove and replace existing roof top equipment is to permit raising the equipment curbs to allow the sloping of the roof in order to permit drainage to the roof drains. Attaching new curb materials to the existing curb in order to raise the curb to the required height is permitted providing the existing curb has not deteriorated.

RFI #124.QUESTION.

a.) Specification section 01011, Paragraph 3.2.3, item A, states including test, adjust and balance service on air water and steam systems. Please clarify if this is to rebalance on ductwork on the units?

b.)And all piping in the building or on the system? Or just read the unit prior to removal and verify after the unit has been reinstalled that the readings are the same.

RESPONSE. The intent of testing any system prior to disconnecting is to bring any discrepancies to the attention to the Government and the reconnection to the same level of operation (like condition) prior to the disconnections.

RFI #125.QUESTION. Section 01011, Paragraph 3.1.1.B – If new mechanical openings are to be prepared for equipment. What line item is used for the new HVAC equipment? It ppears line items 0001FJ thru 0001GL are to remove and reinstall existing HVAC equipment.

RESPONSE. The intent of Paragraph 3.1.1.B is if new mechanical equipment is to be installed on a new replace roof system it will be addressed as a Non-Prepriced Item.

That is correct, line items 0001FJ thru 0001GL are to remove and reinstall existing

HVAC equipment.

RFI #126.QUESTION. 0001AL - What type of expansion joint and what size of expansion joint should this line item pricing be based on?

RESPONSE. Line Item shall be deleted from schedule B. Contractor shall refer to line

Item 0001GZ.

RFI #127.QUESTION. What should we do if parts of the roofing system descriptions do not qualify for 20 year warranties?

RESPONSE. The Contractor shall provide 20 year warranty on applicable roof systems.

RFI #128.QUESTION. 0001EF

a.)What type of underlayment and what size?

a.) For estimating pricing, use one…