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FA8751-16-B-0002

Questions & Answers

23 September 2016

Question 1: In reference to sheet B30 detail partial foundation plan note (remove existing wall to form pier). What structural requirements are needed to support wall openings during construction of the 4' x 4' x 1' footers located under wall? Please provide a detail on block wall infill.

Answer 1: Per the structural designer: No structural bracing is required. Cut one opening at a time. Patch to match the existing.

21 September 2016

Question 1: There are (2) 8 inch lines CHWS and CHWR that come from the new Chiller to tie in points shown in NIC portion of the plans. Do I include this work in my bid? (REF Drawing #10-0006-B16)

Answer 1: Yes – The two lines need to extend to the tees located in the pump room.

Question 2: Will there be an Electrical scope of work issued for this bid? If not do we just include in our bid the material and labor to power the new mechanical equipment only per General Scope 1.02 A-F?

(REF 10-0006-A-G18 and G19, Spec section 01010-1)

Answer 2: The drawings noted in specification section 01010, paragraph 1.02.F are the only direct references. The electrical work for the new chiller, tower, side stream filter & pumps is relevant.

15 September 2016

Question 1: Can the government provide an ACM and lead survey for the areas affected by the work?

Answer 1: It is not known if there is a survey in this area but there is no asbestos or lead paint in the area of the contract work.

Question 2: Can the government provide a site plan of the building where work to take place?

Answer 2: Drawings 13, 14, 15 &16 of 19 show the mechanical room in plain view with the Building 3 work area drawing in the lower right corner.

Question 3: Does the condenser water get insulated? The schedule reads no, but the addendum makes note that it does.

Answer 3: No it shouldn’t be insulated.

Question 4: Does any or all materials need to be domestic made.

Answer 4: In accordance with FAR clause 52.225-9, Buy American Construction Materials and FAR provision 52.225-10, Notice of Buy American Requirement -Construction Materials, domestic materials are required.