Final_Contractor_Q_and_A_B680 _31May2016r1.docx

SOLCITATION# FA8201-16-B-0003

BLDG. 680 CLASS ROOMS

KRSM 152043

TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

CONTRACTOR QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES

31 MAY 2016

1. Div 05, Section 1.3.1 requires AISC certification from contractors. Could a reputable contractor without AISC certification perform the work under this solicitation?

Response: All the requirements in the referenced specification to fabricate and erect in accordance with AISC certification will remain in place.

2. Are there dollar limits on the type of funding for CLIN001 and CLIN002?

Response: CLIN001 is limited to $943,000, because of minor construct funding limits. Contract can’t be awarded if CLIN001 is over $943,000. CLIN002 doesn’t have a funding limit.

3. Do we have to use American Water to relocated underground water main?

Response: American Water must approve all new water and sewer installation on Hill AFB. Contractor shall either: 1) Pay American Water for inspection and approval services, if Contractor has someone other than American Water relocated water main, or 2) Sub-contract to American Water to relocated water main.

4. At the job walk yesterday there was some discussion about re-use of the existing fire alarm notification devices. I think the plans and solicitation are clear to re-use the existing devices but wanted to address the question since it was brought up at the job walk. It is just the devices that are shown on the plans that are voice all other devices are being re-used is my understanding. Is this correct?

Response: Yes, only the new fire alarm notification devices shown in new addition on sheet FP-102 shall have voice capability. New fire panel shall have voice capability. Existing fire alarm devices shall remain and be connected to new fire alarm panel. There isn’t a requirement to update existing fire alarm devices with voice capability.

5. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of PX (Paint)?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing paint. Contractor shall provide submittals on paint in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

6. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of PX1 (Paint)?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing paint. Contractor shall provide submittals on paint in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

7. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of TFX (Tile)?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing floor tile. Contractor shall provide submittals on tile in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

8. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of LVTX (Luxury Vinyl Tile)?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing floor tile. Contractor shall provide submittals on tile in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

9. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of RBX (Rubber base and Accessories)?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing rubber base. Contractor shall provide submittals on rubber base and accessories in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

10. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of TBX (Tile Base, Corridor)?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing floor tile or tile base. Contractor shall provide submittals on tile in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

11. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing doors?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing door paint. Contractor shall provide submittals on paint in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing color as close as possible.

12. What is the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing chair rail?

Response: Government doesn’t have any record of the manufacturer, product name, product number, color and finish of existing chair rail. Contractor shall provide submittals on chair rail in accordance with drawings & specifications, and match the existing finish as close as possible.

13. Div 01, Section 01 35 26, paragraph 1.5.1.1 allows sharing positions between QC and SSHO, when a one person is qualified for both roles. Does USAF allow one person to fulfill all three positions (site super, QC, SSHO), if he/she certified for all three positions or the contractor has to have an additional person for QC/SSHO position on the site?

Response: One person may be Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO), Quality Control (QC) and site superintendent, if that person qualifies for all three positions.

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