FWC 25.26.60C Question & Answers Addendum.pdf

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This is a Questions & Answers Addendum issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for Solicitation No. FWC 25/26-60C, concerning construction of a Welcome Center and Pole Barn at the Palm Beach Shooting Sports Complex in West Palm Beach, Florida. The addendum addresses 125 questions submitted by prospective bidders and provides clarifications on project scope, materials, specifications, and construction requirements. Sealed bids are due January 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, with public bid opening at the same time. The project requires a mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit held on January 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. The contract specifies 240 calendar days from Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion for the base bid (Welcome Center), with an additional 30 calendar days for Final Completion. Alternate No. 1 covers the Pole Barn construction and adds 60 calendar days to the Substantial Completion date if awarded. The anticipated notice of intended award is January 26, 2026.

The estimated budget is $3,000,000 for the Welcome Center base bid with an anticipated $384,000 for the Pole Barn alternate. Bidders must submit a 5 percent bid guarantee and, upon award, provide 100 percent Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bonds. Liquidated damages are assessed at $100 per calendar day for delays beyond Substantial Completion. The project is federally funded and subject to Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements, meaning all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials must be produced in the United States. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements apply to the project. Contractors must be licensed Certified Building or Certified General Contractors registered in MyFloridaMarketPlace and with SunBiz prior to bid opening. The Owner is responsible for utility connection and impact fees, permit fees, and will provide signage, cabinetry, kitchen equipment, fire alarm systems, televisions, and other owner-supplied items for contractor installation. Contractors must maintain Builder's Risk insurance with windstorm and flood coverage and comply with all applicable federal and state labor laws.

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Commissioners

Rodney Barreto

Chairman

Coral Gables

Steven Hudson

Vice Chairman

Fort Lauderdale

Preston Farrior

Tampa

Joshua Kellam

Palm Beach Gardens

Gary Lester

Oxford

Albert Maury

Coral Gables

Sonya Rood

St. Augustine

Office of the

Executive Director

Roger A. Young

Executive Director

Charles “Rett” Boyd

Assistant Executive Director

George Warthen

Chief Conservation Officer

Jessica Crawford

Chief of Staff

850-487-3796

850-921-5786 FAX

Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

620 South Meridian Street

Tallahassee, Florida

32399-1600

Voice: 850-488-4676

Hearing/speech-impaired:

800-955-8771 (T)

800-955-8770 (V)

MyFWC.com

DATE: JANUARY 14, 2026

ADDENDUM NO.: 1

BID NO.: FWC 25/26-60C

BID TITLE: PALM BEACH SHOOTING SPORTS COMPLEX WELCOME

CENTER & POLE BARN

UPDATE: QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

The enclosed addendum has been issued for consideration in the preparation of your response to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s

(FWC) Solicitation No. FWC 25/26-60C, “Palm Beach Shooting Sports

Complex Welcome Center & Pole Barn”.

All responses to the subject solicitation must be received no later than 3:00

PM (ET) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

A response received after the exact time specified will not be considered.

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes (F.S.), or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes. Written notices, formal requests and proceedings must conform with the requirements set forth in

Chapter 28-110, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). Protests must be filed with the Purchasing Office, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 1875

Orange Avenue East, Tallahassee, Florida 32311-6160 within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), F.S. and Chapter 28-110, F.A.C.

Sincerely, Randy Golightly

FWC Procurement Manager

FWC SOLICITATION ADDENDUM 2

BEGIN ADDENDUM

Any revised plan sheets and geotechnical reports will be sent to all contractors (via Email) who have submitted a confidentiality form.

QUESTION #1

What is the uplift for the zones from the structural plans? None shown for the perimeter, Field and corners. Please let me know for clip spacing.

ANSWER #1

See revised sheet S2.2 showing wind pressures.

QUESTION #2

On Plan page S2.1 In the center of the 3/12 pitch roof between the 2 6/12 pitched roofs there is one pitch stating .96/12 and another stating .65/12. Is that a typo and it should be 3/12 like the rest of the area or are those valleys a defining line between the 3 different pitches?

ANSWER #2

No. The middle roof pitches are lower than the main roof pitches. The pitches are correct on the sheet S2.1. Spec Truss LLC, WPB FL., 561-686-4000 was the truss company who designed the framing layout.

QUESTION #3

What material is requested, and what are the width of the panels ie; galvalume vs.

Aluminum, 16" wide?

ANSWER #3

Please match the existing standing seam metal roof on the Sporting Clays Building in color, look and gauge. The Sporting Clays Building roof was A&S Building Systems (no longer in business) Standing Seam Metal Roof, Galvalume, 24-gauge, 20-year finish warranty. Since A&S Building Systems is no longer in business, contractor to provide an equivalent material to meet the above specifications and approved by the Owner. The

Standing Seam Metal roof note is on the wall sections of the plans.

QUESTION #4

Do we comply with the Finishing of the Environment A1.3, on pages 70 and 72 (Interior

Design) or on pages 68 and 69 (Interior Design?

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ANSWER #4

Use the finishes from the Interior Designer’s plans on sheets 70 and 72. Use the

Architects finishes from sheet A1.3 if they are not answered on the interior Design drawings.

QUESTION #5

Are all the bathroom walls tiled (height = 188 cm) or only the walls specified in A1.2?

ANSWER #5

All the bathroom walls are tiled as shown on the finish schedule on sheet A1.3.

QUESTION #6

Do the tiled bathroom walls also have baseboards?

ANSWER #6

Yes. Porcelain base. See finish schedule and notes on sheet A1.2 and A1.3.

QUESTION #7

What type of wall covering is used in the bathroom? (6.5 x 6.5 tile) or (WT-4 - WALL

TILE - TRINITY TILE - SOLARA - ARCTIC - PRESSED - GLOSSY - 10 x 40 cm /

VERTICAL INSTALLATION, ONLY FOR COUNTERTOP, FROM FLOOR TO

CEILING)?

ANSWER #7

Use the finishes from the Interior Designer’s plans on sheets 70 and 72.

QUESTION #8

Mezzanine: is the floor carpet or tile?

ANSWER #8

Carpet. See finish schedule on sheet A1.3

QUESTION #9

Drawings Page E2.1 Keyed Notes.

Is the GC responsible for the items # 2 and 3?

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ANSWER #9

Yes. Item #2 – the GC is responsible for wiring the TV receps. to the scoreboard system located in the Press Room – mezzanine – and installing the Owner supplied TV’s and mounting brackets. (3) POS and Printers – as well as the scoreboard system – are supplied by Owner and installed by others. Specific location for the electrical requirements for the POS system should be coordinated with the Architect, Owner &

System Supplier.

QUESTION #10

Is the GC responsible for the items # 5,6 & 7?

ANSWER #10

Yes, for Items #5 and #6; No for item #7. Item #5 - Owner will provide projector along with ceiling mounts. GC will install. Item #6 – Owner will provide a screen and wall-mounted screen controls. GC will install. Item #7 – GC will coordinate with Owner’s Security Director for installation of Owner supplied wiring, cameras, monitors and security system.

QUESTION #11

Is there a project or specification manual for the project?

ANSWER #11

No specification manual.

QUESTION #12

Please confirm the specific phasing plan for the project, including any sequencing constraints or critical milestones that must be adhered to during construction.

ANSWER #12

No phasing or critical milestones.

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QUESTION #13

Kindly specify the approved working hours for the project, including any restrictions onstart and end times, weekend or holiday work allowances, and requirements for after-hours or overtime activities.

ANSWER #13

The Contractor’s general work hours should be limited to the following, unless approved by

FWC Project Manager: 7:00am to 7:00pm, Sunday – Saturday.

QUESTION #14

Please provide details on any mandated noise mitigation measures or temporary protection protocols that must be implemented to minimize disruption to adjacent areas and maintain site safety.

ANSWER #14

GC to provide a 6’ high temporary construction fence around the project. With “keep out” signage.

QUESTION #15

Confirm the designated staging and laydown area(s) for materials and equipment storage, including any access limitations or site security requirements associated with these locations.

ANSWER #15

On either side of the project in the grass areas and in the parking spaces.

QUESTION #16

Please confirm if the bid due date for this project can be extended to allow sufficient time for pricing and proposal preparation, as the recent holidays resulted in limited workdays and delayed subcontractor responses.

ANSWER #16

We apologize for the tight turn-around, but due to extenuating circumstances an extension is not possible. The bid due date is January 21st at 3:00pm. No extension.

QUESTION #17

It is mentioned that a bid bond is required; however, no bid bond form is provided in the bid documents. Could you please provide the required form? If a form is not available, is it acceptable to use AIA Document A310 or an equivalent form?

ANSWER #17

Exhibit 6 – Performance Bond and Exhibit 7 – Labor and Material Payment Bond are both located in the T&C’s. Pages 74-79.

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QUESTION #18

Is a hard copy of the original bid bond required to be submitted with the bid package, or is it acceptable to submit it a few days after bid submission?

ANSWER #18

Hard copy must be submitted with bid package.

QUESTION #19

Does the project include requirements for responsible wages?

ANSWER #19

Unless exempt, the Davis-Bacon Act, 40 U.S.C. 3141-3148, as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations at 29 CFR Part 5, is applicable to contractors and subcontractors performing on federally funded or assisted contracts in excess of $2,000.00 for the construction, alteration, or repair (including painting and decorating) of public buildings or public works. Under this Act, contractors and subcontractors must pay their laborers and mechanics employed under the contract no less than the locally prevailing wages and fringe benefits for corresponding work on similar projects in the area. Davis-Bacon Act does not apply if federal funding is solely provided by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). This project is not ARPA funded.

QUESTION #20

Are UAP fees and IG fees included in the project?

ANSWER #20

We are unfamiliar with these fees and the acronyms.

QUESTION #21

Does the prevailing wage requirement apply to this project?

ANSWER #21

See Answer #19.

QUESTION #22

Would you happen to have the GC bidders list for this project?

ANSWER #22

The bidders will be revealed when all are received and bid opening happens on January 21st at 3:00pm EST.

QUESTION #23

Millwork / Cabinetry Elevations

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The finish schedule references cabinetry and millwork; however, we do not see corresponding elevations or details in the plan set. Please confirm where these elevations can be found or advise if they will be issued separately.

ANSWER #23

See the interior designer’s drawings. Interior bathroom elevations are on sheet A1.2.

Cabinetry shop drawings shall be submitted by the Contractor’s cabinetry company as needed.

QUESTION #24

Grease Interceptor Scope

The Plumbing Site Plan indicates a connection to an oil/grease interceptor, while the kitchen areas are labeled “Future Prep” and “Future Café.” Please confirm whether the grease interceptor is required as part of the Base Bid or if it is intended for the future build-out. If included in the Base Bid, please provide required capacity and specifications.

ANSWER #24

Contractor to include the grease interceptor(s) for the future Cafe and the information is shown on the revised Civil Plans that are attached on sheet 2.

QUESTION #25

Security Cameras and AV Equipment

Electrical plans show rough-ins for security cameras and televisions. Please confirm whether these devices are Owner-Furnished/Contractor-Installed (OFCI) or if the

Contractor is responsible for furnishing and installing the equipment.

ANSWER #25

See answer to Question #10

QUESTION #26

Utility Connection and Impact Fees

Please advise whether the Owner will pay all utility connection and impact fees directly to the utility providers, or if the Contractor should include an allowance for these costs in the bid.

ANSWER #26

Yes. Owner is responsible for all utility connection and impact fees and will pay these directly to the utility providers.

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QUESTION #27

Project Milestones and Liquidated Damages Please provide supplementary terms identifying Substantial Completion, Final Completion, and the applicable Liquidated

Damages (amount per day or calculation method).

ANSWER #27

In accordance with the General Terms and Conditions, the number of days from Notice to

Proceed with Construction to Substantial Completion shall be two hundred and forty (240) calendar days and Final Completion shall be thirty (30) calendar days thereafter. If alternate #1 is awarded, sixty (60) calendar days will be added to the Substantial

Completion date.

In accordance with the General Terms and Conditions, the Liquidated Damages amount for

Substantial Completion is $100 per calendar day.

QUESTION #28

Utility Points of Connection and Capacities Please provide confirmed points of connection and capacities for water, sanitary, and electrical utilities, including meter and backflow requirements, and identify any required utility upgrades (transformer, service size, etc.).

ANSWER #28

Electrical service size is indicated on Drawing E4.1. Transformer size is selected and provided by FPL. Per note G on E0.1 coordinates electrical service with FPL.

Civil plans show connection to the existing water service as well as a new septic system for sewer.

QUESTION #29

Commissioning and Controls Testing

Please clarify commissioning scope and cost responsibility, including payment for design professional functional testing and required contractor support (after-hours testing, re-testing, documentation, etc.).

ANSWER #29

If required, testing will be at Owner’s expense.

QUESTION #30

As-Built Drawings and Closeout Requirements Please confirm the required format and standards for record drawings (CAD requirements, layer standards, availability of base files at NTP, required content) and closeout deliverables, including O&M manuals and system training expectations.

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ANSWER #30

Architect will do the as-builts.

QUESTION #31

Geotechnical Report

Please provide the geotechnical investigation report, if available, or advise on its anticipated issuance.

ANSWER #31

Geotechnical report is attached to this addendum.

QUESTION #32

Fire Protection and Fire Alarm Documentation We do not see fire alarm or fire protection drawings in the current set. Please confirm whether sprinkler layouts, fire alarm plans, and hydraulic calculations will be provided and whether these systems are to be included in the

Base Bid.

ANSWER #32

There are no Fire Sprinklers. The shop drawings of the revised fire alarm design will be submitted by the GC’s fire alarm company after the award of the bid. Provide an allowance for the Owner approved Alarm system of $20,000.

QUESTION #33

Kitchen Equipment

Please confirm responsibility for furnishing kitchen equipment (Owner, separate contractor, or GC allowance) and advise when equipment schedules are expected to be issued.

ANSWER #33

Owner will provide in the future. There are no kitchen appliances in the project.

QUESTION #34

Are Fire Sprinklers required on this project? The fire alarm design is incomplete and does not meet basic NFPA72 or 101.

ANSWER #34

See Answer #32.

QUESTION #35

Can the County please provide the Geotechnical Report for the boring taken for this project?

None was issued with the bidding documents.

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ANSWER #35

See Answer #31.

QUESTION #36

Can the owner please provide some information on the status of the building permits? Have the building permits already been through a dry run with the County?

ANSWER #36

Owner is in the process of putting the permits through a dry run.

Once the Contract is fully executed, and the County has approved all plans, the Contractor will be given a notice to secure and pay for all required permits (EXHIBIT 8) from all agencies with jurisdiction over the area in which the Project is located and to pay all required connection fees from all agencies supplying utilities to the Project. The Owner is responsible for permits and connection fees. Owner will either reimburse the Contractor or

Owner will pay up-front as mutually agreed upon by both parties for all required permits and required connection fees from all agencies supplying utilities.

QUESTION #37

The Civil plans call for the existing 2” water main to be removed and construct a new 4” line. Can the existing 2” line be utilized and add the new backflow and meter this will avoid the need for a new tap?

ANSWER #37

See current plans. The existing water is actually 4” if it is shown as 2” that is an error.

Contractor is to utilize existing 4” water service from Owner’s water treatment plant.

QUESTION #38

The landscape plans do not show any Irrigations. Will there be any new irrigation connection for the new plantings?

ANSWER #38

Irrigation plan and notes are shown on sheets IRR and IRR2.

QUESTION #39

The north elevation of the building calls for a new sign to be installed. Can the architect please provide some more information about the size of the lettering materials and fonts for this signage?

ANSWER #39

Signage provided by Owner. Installed by GC.

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The north elevation (A 2.0) also shows a weathervane. This weathervane will be provided by the Owner and installed by the GC.

QUESTION #40

The ID Drawings at the interior welcome center calls for a new logo. Can the architect please provide some more info on the material’s size details for this logo?

ANSWER #40

The logo will be provided by the Owner. Installed by GC.

QUESTION #41

Can the architect please clarify what the material for exterior decorative shutters next to the exterior windows?

ANSWER #41

Window Shutters. Width of each shutter is half the width of the window. Height is the height of the window. They are powder-coated aluminum. These are louvered and decorative and not operational.

The decorative vents (4 total, 2 on front and back of the gables) are solid but look like louvered vents. These will be powder-coated aluminum.

QUESTION #42

The civil plans show that building plumbing sanitary line to be connected to a grease trap and then to the septic tank. The plumbing plans show that there are two separate connections from the building to the septic tank gras vs sewer. Can the architect please clarify the connections from the building to the septic tanks?

ANSWER #42

Follow the revised Civil plans attached. Revised Civil plans show 2 lines to match MEP’s.

Exact location coordination of lines will be decided before construction.

QUESTION #43

Can the architect please provide the sizing of the decorative louver at the copular?

ANSWER #43

On the Cupola, the (2) front and back decorative louver vents are 4’-8” w. x 2’-0” tall and the

(2) side decorative vents are 7’-8” w. x 2’-0” tall. These will be powder-coated aluminum.

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QUESTION #44

Can the architect please provide the sizing and details for the profiles of the crown molding in the ceilings?

ANSWER #44

There is no crown molding.

QUESTION #45

What is the rating for the SPD unit?

ANSWER #45

120/240V

MCOV 150V

SCCR 25kA

Surge Current 80kA

QUESTION #46

Are the disconnects for the Condensing Units rated Nema 3R; are they fused or non-fused?

ANSWER #46

Per Note E on E0.1 Disconnects are to be fused NEMA 3R.

QUESTION #47

The drawing number on the project does not match the numbers shown on the issued drawings. Please confirm whether this is a typographical error

ANSWER #47

This is a typo.

QUESTION #48

Please confirm whether a Sod is required. If so, kindly provide what type & area that gets sod.

ANSWER #48

Plan for new sod: Argentine Bahia. Provide for a 10’ perimeter around building outside of plantings. Additional sod might be needed to feather in any existing sod damaged by the contractor.

QUESTION #49

We have received feedback from the septic tank supplier/subcontractor that they need the permit of the septic tank. Please confirm whether the permit has already been obtained. If so, kindly provide a copy of the permit. If not, please provide the septic tank design basis for our reference.

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ANSWER #49

Permit has not been obtained. Owner is in the process of putting the permits through a dry run.

The septic tank design is included on second page of the plans “Site Development Plan” Page

2 of 3.

QUESTION #50

Is the GC responsible for the permit fees? Please confirm.

ANSWER #50

See Answer #36.

QUESTION #51

Please provide the technical specifications for this project.

ANSWER #51

See Answer #11.

QUESTION #52

Please provide the geotechnical report for this project.

ANSWER #52

See Answer #31.

QUESTION #53

Is there a fire sprinkler system required on this project. If yes, please provide plans and specifications

ANSWER #53

See Answer #32.

QUESTION #54

Please confirm if the “Buy American Act” is applicable to this project

ANSWER #54

Build America, Buy America is applicable to this project.

If federal funds are awarded to be used in this Contract for any project involving construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair of infrastructure in the United States, and if the project involves infrastructure as defined by §70912(5) of BABA, which includes, but is not limited to roads, highways, and bridges; public transportation; dams, ports, harbors, and other maritime facilities; intercity passenger and freight railroads; freight and

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intermodal facilities; airports; water systems, including drinking water and wastewater systems; electrical transmission facilities and systems; utilities; broadband infrastructure;

and buildings and real property; then:

i. All iron and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the project must be produced in the United States.

ii. The BABA provision applies to all articles, materials, and supplies consumed in, incorporated into, or affixed to an infrastructure project for federal awards on or after

May 14, 2022.

iii. All subcontractors, successors, or assignees to this Contract will be held to the same requirements as the original Parties to this Contract.

iv. The BABA provision does not apply to tools, equipment, and supplies brought to the construction site and removed at or before completion of the infrastructure project.

Nor does the BABA provision apply to equipment and furnishings used at or within the finished infrastructure project but are not an integral part of the structure or permanently affixed to the infrastructure project.

This project is federally funded. All the above applies.

QUESTION #55

Please provide the pre-bid meeting’s sign-in sheet.

ANSWER #55

The pre-bid meeting sign-in sheet is attached to this addendum.

QUESTION #56

Confirm if the “Prevailing Wages” or “Davis-Bacon Act” is applicable for this project

ANSWER #56

See Answer #19.

QUESTION #57

Please confirm if the work can be performed during the day (regular work hours) or if this project has any specific requirements (after-hours/weekend).

ANSWER #57

See Answer #13.

QUESTION #58

Confirm if $3,000,000 construction budget is only for the new concession building and a separate budget will be allotted for the new pole barn. If yes, provide construction budget for the base bid

(Concession Building) and Add Alternate 1 (Pole Barn) separately.

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ANSWER #58

Budget is for the concession building. Anticipated budget for the pole barn is approximately

$384,000.

QUESTION #59

Confirm if there are any minority goals for this project.

ANSWER #59

Contractor shall provide a Subcontractor Minority Status Report (Exhibit 14) to the

Commission’s Contract Manager, summarizing the participation of certified and non-certified woman-, veteran- and/or minority owned business enterprise subcontractors/material suppliers for this Contract. The report shall be completed in its entirety and submitted with each invoice. The Contractor shall indicate “N/A” if the project does not utilize subcontractors. The Office of Supplier Development can assist in furnishing names of qualified woman-, veteran- and/or minority-owned business enterprises. Contact the Commission’s Minority Coordinator at (850) 488-6551 with any questions.

QUESTION #60

Confirm if the contractor is responsible for including “Permit Fees” in their bid. If yes, confirm the permit requirements and agency/department for pulling the permit.

ANSWER #60

See Answer #36.

QUESTION #61

Confirm if the contractor is responsible for including “Builder’s Risk” in their bid.

ANSWER #61

During the Contract term, the Contractor shall maintain any other types and forms of insurance required for the performance of this Contract. If applicable, the Contractor shall secure and maintain during the life of this Agreement a "Builder's Risk Policy," All Risks

Form, issued on a completed valued basis. Installation Floaters and other Inland Marine

Forms may be utilized where applicable and are in the best interest of the State of Florida.

All Builder's Risk insurance shall include windstorm coverage, and flood coverage where applicable. Longshoremen’s and Harbormaster’s Insurance and Jones Act insurance in an amount sufficient to cover Contractor’s forces shall be secured, if applicable. Project specific insurance requirements are located in the Supplementary Terms and Conditions.

QUESTION #62

Confirm the staging area location for the construction trailer

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ANSWER #62

Construction can use vacant parking spaces around proposed building for trailer for bid purposes. FWC to verify location.

QUESTION #63

Confirm if the contractor is responsible for including construction trailer in the bid proposal or whether the owner will provide office space for the contractor.

ANSWER #63

Contractor to provide their own construction trailer if required.

QUESTION #64

Item #4 in the Exhibit 2 – Bid Form calls for “Bid Guarantee in the amount of 5% of the Bid, including

Alternates (if bid amount is equal to or greater than $100,000.00)”. Please provide “Bid Form” to be submitted with the bid packet is any.

ANSWER #64

See Answer #17.

QUESTION #65

Please provide construction specifications.

ANSWER #65

See Answer #11.

QUESTION #66

We respectfully request a bid extension due to the holiday season in between the bid phase, during which several subcontractors have requested additional time to obtain pricing and responses from their vendors and suppliers. Granting this extension would allow us to receive complete and accurate pricing, enabling us to submit a more competitive and well-qualified bid. We appreciate your consideration and look forward to your response.

ANSWER #66

See Answer #16.

QUESTION #67

During the site visit, the A/E indicated that the new “Pole Barn” would be constructed at “Location A.”

However, the drawings show the Pole Barn at a different location, identified as “Location B.” Please clarify. Refer to the snapshots below for clarification and reference.

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ANSWER #67

Follow proposed drawings showing the location of the Pole Barn. “Location A” is correct.

QUESTION #68

Please confirm if the published budget of $3,000,000.00 includes monies for both the

Welcome Center as well as the Pole Barn structure.

ANSWER #68

See Answer #58.

QUESTION #69

Please confirm if a bidder must provide pricing for both the Welcome Center and the Pole

Barn in order to be considered for the project.

ANSWER #69

Yes, vendors must provide pricing for both the Welcome Center and the Pole Barn to avoid being a non-responsive bidder.

QUESTION #70

Please advise how SBE Certification will be weighed in the overall bid evaluation.

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ANSWER #70

It is not weighed into the bid evaluation.

QUESTION #71

Please clarify the location at Pro shop/check in area where CPT-1 will be required. See interior finish schedule on ID.

ANSWER #71

Architectural and ID drawings show porcelain tiles and base.

QUESTION #72

Please clarify the floor material at Storage #1. ID specifies tile but Architectural (A1.3) specifies CPT.

ANSWER #72

Storage #1 shall have porcelain tiles.

QUESTION #73

Please provide the full specification for the Vinyl Wall Base.

ANSWER #73

Base shall be solid Vinyl, 4”, 1/8” thick, color selected by ID and/or FWC.

QUESTION #74

Please provide the manufacturers NOA or FBC Product Approval for the A&S Double-Lok

Standing Seam Metal Roof system. The exact manufacturer and system specification is unclear from the Construction Documents.

ANSWER #74

See Answer #3.

QUESTION #75

Shall the Kimley Horn ID plans supersede the architectural plans including items show as future

NIC items?

ANSWER #75

Yes. ID plans take precedent over the Architectural finish plans.

QUESTION #76

The Supplementary Terms & Conditions item #3 indicated that the Commission is to pay for all utility connections and any permit fees. When does the 30-day notice go into effect? Is the intent that after 30 days the commission will not pay these required fees? Please clarify. Is this exclusive of building permit or plan review fees?

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ANSWER #76

See Answer #36.

Owner is in the process of putting the permits through a dry run. Once the plans are approved by the County the Contractor will have up to thirty days to pull the permits. It is not our intent to not pay for the permits after thirty days. This pertains to all building permitting and plan review fees.

QUESTION #77

Regarding the building permit, section B-3 notes bidders are to “identify & obtain all necessary permits”. Does this include payment of the permit fees, or shall Owner pay the permit fees?

ANSWER #77

See Answer #36.

QUESTION #78

Regarding the previous question and if bidders are to include permit fees, can an allowance for permit fees be posted so all bidders are using the same permit fee?

ANSWER #78

See Answer #36. Bidders should not include the cost of permit fees in their bid.

QUESTION #79

For Builder’s Risk Insurance Coverage, since we do not have a budget total yet, shall the 3 million be used as the amount to be covered?

ANSWER #79

Yes.

QUESTION #80

Regarding cost increases for any tariffs that may be imposed or unforeseen cost increases that bidders cannot plan for, how will FWC handle any such increases?

ANSWER #80

The lowest responsive bid will be awarded the contract. The contractor will be under obligation to that set price. The Owner’s goal is for the Contractor to start and complete construction of this project as soon as possible so that these unforeseen circumstances are applicable. Note response to question #54. BABA.

QUESTION #81

Will bidders be required to include special structural inspections as part of their bid?

ANSWER #81

No.

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QUESTION #82

Is Build America, Buy America (BABA) in effect for this project?

ANSWER #82

See Answer #54.

QUESTION #83

Will bidders need to include temporary fencing around construction work areas?

ANSWER #83

Yes. See Answer #14.

QUESTION #84

Will bidders be required to provide temporary offices & facilities for others besides bidders’ field staff?

ANSWER #84

No.

QUESTION #85

With Monday Jan 19th being a holiday, would FWC consider extending the bid due date to Friday

Jan. 23rd?

ANSWER #85

See Answer #16.

QUESTION #86

Wall tiles WT-2, WT-3 in Future Café, where are these to go & what is the height?

ANSWER #86

Wall tile heights shown on sheet 12 of the ID plans.

QUESTION #87

If bidders are to include the blinds, what is the specification & location for the window blinds?

ANSWER #87

Yes, Refer to Interior Finish Schedule for Banquet Hall, Typical Office, Conference Room, Classroom for Manufacturer, Name and Color/Size

QUESTION #88

We see what appears to be crown molding on some of the wall sections but not listed on the

ID plans. Please clarify if crown molding is required and if so, provide locations and specifications for the crown molding.

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ANSWER #88

There is no crown molding.

QUESTION #89

Is this project bound by Davis Bacon Wages and certified payroll? If so, please provide the

Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination # that governs.

ANSWER #89

See Answer #19.

QUESTION #90

Please advise as to the existing 400A MDP and required breaker specifications/model that is to be used to feed the 100amp Panel PC for the pavilion.

ANSWER #90

Do not include connecting utilities to the Pavilion in your bid. The new Archery Center being constructed next to the Pavilion will affect this connection. Connection to the Pavilion will be provided by others.

QUESTION #91

Are the pole barn needs to be painted? If yes, please provide specifications

ANSWER #91

There is no paint or stain for the pavilion/pole barn on the plans. Paint and stain for this building will not be included in this bid.

QUESTION #92

Plans indicated that cabinetry is N.I.C. but equipment list notes on drawings A1.2 stated that all casework shall be ¾” sanded plywood with 1/16” mica laminate exterior and 1/32” mica laminate for interior. Please confirm if cabinetry is by GC. If yes, please provide plans showing measurements.

ANSWER #92

Provide a cabinetry bid for the Pro-Shop / Check in counter and back counter based off ID drawings, sheet 5. No other cabinetry other than the bathroom cabinetry is going in. Use the Architecture note, on A1.2 for construction of the cabinetry.

QUESTION #93

Please provide window mark on the left side of the conference room. Can we assume it’s window B?

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ANSWER #93

Use window mark “B” for the west facing conference room window.

QUESTION #94

• Please provide the correct window mark on all window on the mezzanine floor. Floor plans call for window B while window schedule calls for window E, F & G. Please confirm.

Floor Plan Window Schedule

ANSWER #94

Side windows are type G, Front large window is type F, 2 windows on side of type F are type

E.

QUESTION #95

During the site visit, it was mentioned that a construction of a “Pole Barn”, we could not find any drawings or specifications regarding this item. Please advise

ANSWER #95

They are posted with the bid documents. The Pole Barn drawings and specs are a separate file.

QUESTION #96

Is the Fire Alarm by the Owner?

ANSWER #96

See Answer #32.

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QUESTION #97

Does this project require prevailing wages, Davis-Bacon wages?

ANSWER #97

See Answer #19.

QUESTION #98

The Interior Design drawings (page 13 in ID set) indicate wall coverings, trim paint, and paint to all interior doors. However, the Architectural drawings (A1.3) only call for wall and

GWB ceiling paint, and paint to select interior doors, noting that the remaining doors are factory-finished.

ANSWER #98

Follow the ID drawings for door finishes.

QUESTION #99

Please confirm which finish schedule governs for scope and pricing purposes and clarify whether all interior doors are to be field-painted or if factory-finished doors are to remain as provided. Attached are both the Architectural and Interior Design finish schedules for reference.

ANSWER #99

Follow the ID drawings for door finishes. The ID design take precedent over the

Architectural finish drawings.

QUESTION #100

Kindly confirm whether the highlighted sidewalk is included in the scope of work. It is not shown on Site Plan Sheet #2 but is identified as proposed sidewalk on Sheet A1.0.

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ANSWER #100

Yes. Include the concrete sidewalk in the bid.

QUESTION #101

Kindly verify whether the highlighted sidewalk is included in the scope of work. While it is identified in the legend as proposed concrete, it appears to be an existing sidewalk. The same clarification is requested for the highlighted existing parking area.

ANSWER #101

Those are existing sidewalks, but it is understood that portions or all of the sidewalk areas shown in question will need to be rebuilt.

QUESTION #102

Kindly verify whether column marks other than A, B, I, M, N, and O listed in the column schedule are included in the project scope, as only these column marks appear on the foundation plans.

ANSWER #102

Only the columns marked on the plans are being used. The schedule has additional columns shown but may not be used.

QUESTION #103

Our review of the Invitation to Bid did not identify any references to Davis-Bacon provisions and prevailing wage determinations. We respectfully request written confirmation on whether prevailing wage requirements apply to this project to ensure full compliance with applicable labor standards in Preparing our proposal.

ANSWER #103

See Answer #19.

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QUESTION #104

Window and Door Glazing Requirements / Energy Calculations:

Please provide the project energy calculations and glazing performance requirements for the windows and doors, including the following:

- Required U-Factor

- Required Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)

- Glass color/tint requirements, if any

- Clarification on glass type: insulated laminated glass versus laminated glass only

- Confirmation on whether the window and door manufacturer is an open specification or if approved manufacturers are required.

ANSWER #104

Energy Calcs and door and window information will be provided before permit submission.

Match window and door glass performance of existing Sporting clays building. They are tinted glass in aluminum frames, finish w/ thermal break, window glazing shall be low-e w/ shcc of 0.25 and u-factor of 0.05, door glazing shall have a shcc of 0.25 and u-factor of 0.83.

QUESTION #105

Can the structural engineer please provide some construction attachment details for the roof trusses connectors and anchors?

ANSWER #105

Roof truss connectors shown on framing plans.

QUESTION #106

The architectural plans sheet A3.1 Cals for a 2x6 decorative outrigger connected to the trusses. Can the architect/ engineer please provide connections detail at this area?

ANSWER #106

Let top chord of truss, which is designed as a 2x6 from the truss designer, be the outlooker. If the truss top chord is not 2x6, add p.t. 2x6 decorative outlookers, 36” back into roof system, attached to side of top chord of truss w/ 3” ring shank nails @ 6” o.c.

QUESTION #107

In the event of a conflict between the Architectural Plans and Interior Design plans, which takes precedence? (Floor Tile on A1.3 conflicts with the tile called out on ID-13 & ID-15 finish schedules)

ANSWER #107

Interior Design drawings take precedent over Architectural for finishes.

QUESTION #108

Can you clarify the scope of work from the Interior Design drawings/schedules that is part of the Bid? Architectural plans indicate that any built-in millwork is “future”, however the work

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is detailed on the ID sheets. The other items we need clarity on are countertops, wallcovering, wood soffit accents, brick wall accents, wood paneling, window shades, etc.

ANSWER #108

See answer #92.

QUESTION #109

Please confirm if the millwork or shelving in the pro-shop/check-in, storage areas, and future cafe is part of the scope for this project.

ANSWER #109

See answer #92.

QUESTION #110

Please confirm if the furniture in the classroom is part of the scope for this project. If yes, provide more details.

ANSWER #110

Classroom furniture will be provided and installed by Owner.

QUESTION #111

Confirm is building sign at the entrance (Sheet A2.0) is part of the scope. If yes, provide additional details.

ANSWER #111

Signage will be provided by the Owner. Installed by GC.

QUESTION #112

Confirm is interior and exterior signage is part of the scope. If yes, provide additional details.

ANSWER #112

Signage will be provided by the Owner. Installed by GC.

QUESTION #113

Provide geotechnical report if available.

ANSWER #113

See Answer #31.

QUESTION #114

Provide the details of water table.

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ANSWER #114

Civil Engineer states that the water table is at +/- -8’ below existing grade.

QUESTION #115

Confirm if dewatering will be required.

ANSWER #115

Civil Engineer does not think de-watering will be required.

QUESTION #116

Confirm the construction schedule/duration in calendar days for the new concession building

(base bid) and pole barn (Add Alternate 1) separately.

ANSWER #116

See Answer #27.

QUESTION #117

Confirm if providing and installing CCTVs are part of the scope.

ANSWER #117

See answers to questions #9 and #10

QUESTION #118

Confirm if providing and installing TVs, POS, printers, etc. are part of the scope.

ANSWER #118

See answers to questions #9 and #10

QUESTION #119

Provide basis of design for windows and storefronts.

ANSWER #119

Use PGT as basis for Design.

QUESTION #120

Is lightning protection required?

ANSWER #120

There is no lightning protection provided since it is not required by code.

QUESTION #121

Is this a Davis-Bacon Wages project?

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ANSWER #121

See Answer #19.

QUESTION #122

Is Millwork to be excluded?

ANSWER #122

See answer #92.

QUESTION #123

Please indicate preferred manufacturer or Basis of Design for Storefronts.

ANSWER #123

PGT.

QUESTION #124

Please indicate preferred manufacturer or Basis of Design for Doors.

ANSWER #124

PGT.

QUESTION #125

Please provide signage details.

ANSWER #125

Signage will be provided by the Owner. Installed by GC.

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