Generator_Replacement_FAQs.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions Question

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Question Body Response Body

1 1. Engine #7 - 1018 Half Street SW Washington

DC- The suggested (proposed ) location of New

Generator at this fire house calls for locating the new equipment near the entry gate where the natural gas line is available. But looking to the location of PEPCO power services and loads locations, it is more economical to provide a

Diesel Fuel generator at the far end beyond the staircase leading to the basement area. Please confirm if that alternate location for a Diesel Fuel

Generator will be acceptable to DGS/Owners.

2. Engine # 20- 4300 Wisconsin Ave NW

Washington DC-The existing 175 KW natural gas fuel generator, which is to be demolished and removed by the prospective contractor is located at a level below grade and it is not possible to demolish the old generator and locate the new

125 KW Generator in the same below grade room where the current emergency generator is located.

The only possibility is to break the building perimeter wall on the side of the building where the Emergency Generator air shaft is located. The size of opening required to achieve the removal and reinstallation of new generator will be about

8-10 foot wide and 8-10 feet deep hole in front of the building, including digging the dirt outside and working on basement walls. It will involve a lot of demolition and basement wall restoration work resulting in large construction costs.

Please advise if any other solution was available.

3. ENGINE #16- 1018 13th Street NW

Washington DC- The existing generator is located on the third floor on the roof area. Please confirm that the existing building and the roof area where the proposed generator is to be installed have the structural strength suitability of and if there is any need to include additional costs to provide additional dunnage/structural reinforcements to allow the new 346 KW Generator to be installed at the proposed location on the roof.

4. DRAWINGS FOR ALL 8 FIRE HOUSE -

During the site visit we requested for all available drawings/documents for 8 Fire houses where the new generators are to be installed. Please arrange

1. This site has an existing generator on site within the

EC7 parking area. It would be preferred to reutilize the existing footprint of existing area, but if a different location that was more economical WITHOUT losing additional parking and access to PM Bay is suggested, the client would find that acceptable.

2. The client anticipates Contractor to disassemble and remove the existing generator system using a crane out of the basement. Contractor could then install new generator system in sections in same location.

3. Please refer to attached drawings in in Attachment

B which show the existing conditions, wall openings and door openings which equipment can be moved through in order to assemble in place. The client envisioned the disassembly of existing unit in components/sections, the reuse of the existing slab and structural support base, and reassembly of the new components in the existing room. The existing3 outside masonry openings and exhaust flute can support a new generator in the existing space.

4. Please see attached structural drawings as part of

Attachment B Drawings for S1.03 and S3.03.

Reference to include Detail 1/S3.03 and Penthouse

Framing on Drawing S1.03.

to provide a date when NES can come and pick up the AS BUILT/Existing drawings for all 8 fire house buildings including Electrical/architectural and structural drawings.

2 1. Engine #7 - 1018 Half Street SW Washington

DC- The suggested (proposed ) location of New

Generator at this fire house calls for locating the new equipment near the entry gate where the natural gas line is available. But looking to the location of PEPCO power services and loads locations, it is more economical to provide a

Diesel Fuel generator at the far end beyond the staircase leading to the basement area. Please confirm if that alternate location for a Diesel Fuel

Generator will be acceptable to DGS/Owners.

That way if the building needs to be demolished in future, only that one emergency feeder for the

Fire house loads can be preserved during the proposed future demolition and the cots will be minimal.

2. Engine # 20- 4300 Wisconsin Ave NW

Washington DC-The existing 175 KW natural gas fuel generator, which is to be demolished and removed by the prospective contractor is located at a level below grade and it is not possible to demolish the old generator and locate the new

125 KW Generator in the same below grade room where the current emergency generator is located.

The only possibility is to break the building perimeter wall on the side of the building where the Emergency Generator air shaft is located. The size of opening required to achieve the removal and reinstallation of new generator will be about

5-6 foot wide and 5-6 feet deep hole in front of the building, including digging the dirt outside and working on basement walls. It will involve a lot of demolition and basement wall restoration work resulting in large construction costs.

Please advise if this economical solution will be acceptable to DGS/DCFD .

3. ENGINE #16- 1018 13th Street NW

Washington DC- The existing generator is located on the third floor on the roof area. Please confirm that the existing building and the roof area where the proposed generator is to be installed have the structural strength suitability of and if there is any need to include additional costs to provide additional dunnage/structural reinforcements to

1. This site has an existing generator on site within the

EC7 parking area. It would be preferred to reutilize the existing footprint of existing area, but if a different location that was more economical WITHOUT losing additional parking and access to PM Bay is suggested, the client would find that acceptable.

2. The client anticipates Contractor to disassemble and remove the existing generator system using a crane out of the basement. Contractor could then install new generator system in sections in same location.

3. Please reach out to fems.facilities@dc.gov to be provided a waiver to sign. Once signed waiver is received you will receive link to existing drawings.

4. Please reach out to fems.facilities@dc.gov to be received you will receive link to existing drawings allow the new 346 KW Generator to be installed at the proposed location on the roof.

4. ARCHITECTURAL/ELECTRICAL

DRAWINGS FOR ALL 8 NEW FIRE HOUSES

FOR THE UPCOMING BID - During the site visit we requested for all available drawings/documents for 8 Fire houses where the new generators are to be installed. Please arrange to provide a date when NES can come and pick up the AS BUILT/Existing drawings for all 8 fire house buildings including Electrical/architectural and structural drawings.

3 1. Contractual, Administrative & Risk Allocation

1.1 Bonding Requirements

Please confirm whether performance and payment bonds are required under this contract. If required, identify the bond percentage and whether bonding applies on a per-site basis or cumulatively across all firehouse locations.

1.2 Permits and Historic Review

Do any of the subject firehouses carry historic designation or preservation restrictions? If so, please clarify what assistance will be provided by

DGS or the Office of Capital Construction to obtain historic preservation approvals and special permits.

1.3 Unforeseen Conditions and Change

Management

Given the age and condition of certain facilities, how will unforeseen structural or electrical conditions be addressed? Will contractors be permitted to carry allowance line items or submit change orders for discovered conditions impacting main distribution panels (MDPs), feeders, or structural supports?

2. Site Logistics, Access & Temporary Facilities

2.1 Site Access and Security

Please identify designated entry and exit points for construction personnel, equipment deliveries, cranes, and service vehicles. Are there any operational or time-of-day restrictions due to active firehouse operations?

2.2 Dumpster and Debris Removal

Is the contractor responsible for providing dumpsters for demolition and construction debris?

If so, are there site-specific limitations regarding dumpster placement or duration?

2.3 Temporary Sanitation Facilities

Will contractors and subcontractors be permitted

1. Contractual, Administrative & Risk Allocation

1.1 Bonding Requirements

Please confirm whether performance and payment bonds are required under this contract. If required, identify the bond percentage and whether bonding applies on a per-site basis or cumulatively across all firehouse locations.

- Refer to Section I.15 of the IFB.

1.2 Permits and Historic Review

Do any of the subject firehouses carry historic designation or preservation restrictions? If so, please clarify what assistance will be provided by DGS or the

Office of Capital Construction to obtain historic preservation approvals and special permits.

- Yes some properties are historical buildings, no special permits are required outside of the normal

DOB (Department of Buildings) permitting process.

1.3 Unforeseen Conditions and Change Management

Given the age and condition of certain facilities, how will unforeseen structural or electrical conditions be addressed? Will contractors be permitted to carry allowance line items or submit change orders for discovered conditions impacting main distribution panels (MDPs), feeders, or structural supports?

- Contractors are allowed to carry allowances within bid price. Change Orders can be submitted for review and approval by DGS during project.

2. Site Logistics, Access & Temporary Facilities

2.1 Site Access and Security

to use existing FEMS restroom facilities? If not, are portable toilets required, and are there placement restrictions?

3. Generator Location, Configuration &

Redundancy

3.1 Generator Placement – ENG-20

Is the new generator required to be installed in the same location as the existing unit? If exterior installation is permitted, can the generator be placed in the existing concrete pad area behind the building, or must it be installed along the side of the structure? Please confirm any applicable setback, noise, ventilation, or zoning requirements.

3.2 Existing Generator Disposition – ENG-20

Is the existing generator to be removed as part of the base scope, or is it intended to remain in service as a redundant backup in the event of new generator failure?

4. Fuel Supply, Gas Pressure & Mechanical

Constraints

4.1 Gas Service and Pressure – ENG-16

Is 2 PSI natural gas service available at each site?

Does the existing generator have a dedicated 2

PSI gas line? If upgrades to the gas service are required, are these included in the contractor's scope or by others?

5. Structural & Electrical Infrastructure

5.1 Structural Capacity and Existing Supports –

ENG-16

Are structural drawings or specifications available for the existing generator rooftop stand? Please confirm the rated load capacity of the current structure. If the new generator exceeds the existing capacity, is structural reinforcement included in the contractor's scope?

5.2 Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Location –

ENG-16

Is there sufficient interior space within each firehouse to house the required ATS equipment?

If not, is rooftop or exterior installation permitted, and what enclosure rating is required (minimum

NEMA 3R or better)? Will structural supports and weatherproofing be included in the base scope?

6. Power Continuity, Outages & Temporary

Power

6.1 Planned Power Outages

During scheduled power outages required for installation or cutover, is the contractor required to provide temporary backup power? If so, should temporary power support full-house loads, critical

Please identify designated entry and exit points for construction personnel, equipment deliveries, cranes, and service vehicles. Are there any operational or time-of-day restrictions due to active firehouse operations?

- We are a 24/7 facility. Normal construction hours are permitted Monday - Saturday 7AM - 7PM. Entry points can be discussed and scheduled if needed to interrupt operations post-award.

2.2 Dumpster and Debris Removal

Is the contractor responsible for providing dumpsters for demolition and construction debris? If so, are there site-specific limitations regarding dumpster placement or duration?

- Contractor is responsible for dumpsters and debris removal. Final locations will be coordinated post-award.

2.3 Temporary Sanitation Facilities

Will contractors and subcontractors be permitted to use existing FEMS restroom facilities? If not, are portable toilets required, and are there placement restrictions?

- Yes, FEMS public restroom use is permitted. If contractor decides they would rather provide an outside restroom facility it is up to awarded contractor to manage and cover cost.

3. Generator Location, Configuration & Redundancy

3.1 Generator Placement – ENG-20

Is the new generator required to be installed in the same location as the existing unit? If exterior installation is permitted, can the generator be placed in the existing concrete pad area behind the building, or must it be installed along the side of the structure?

Please confirm any applicable setback, noise, ventilation, or zoning requirements.

- Please see attached drawings in Attachment B which show the existing conditions, wall openings and door openings which equipment can be moved through in order to assemble in place. The client envisioned the disassembly of existing unit in components/sections, the reuse of the existing slab and structural support base, and reassembly of the new components in the loads only, or no loads at all?

6.2 Loss of Existing Backup Generator During

Construction

If the existing standby generator must be taken offline prior to commissioning of the new generator, is the contractor required to provide a temporary standby generator? Please confirm minimum load requirements during this interim period.

7. Legacy Electrical Systems – Fire Training

South Lower

7.1 Aging Electrical Infrastructure Risk

At Fire Training South Lower, the electrical service and MDP are significantly outdated. If interaction with the MDP results in latent failures or system issues, who bears responsibility for these unforeseen conditions? Will DGS permit a separate line item or contingency allowance for potential panel or MDP replacement if required?

8. Commissioning, Training & Closeout

(Additional Clarifications)

8.1 Commissioning and Testing

Please confirm commissioning requirements, including load bank testing duration, fuel type, witness testing, and reporting. Is third-party testing required?

8.2 Operational Coordination

Will installation activities be phased to maintain continuous firehouse operations? Is night or weekend work permitted or required for critical cutovers?

8.3 Training and Documentation

What level of training is required for FEMS personnel? Please confirm closeout documentation requirements, including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and testing reports.

8.4 Warranty and Maintenance

Please confirm minimum warranty requirements for generators, ATS equipment, and controls. Is preventive maintenance included in the base contract or procured separately?

existing room. The existing outside masonry openings and exhaust flute can support a new generator in the existing space.

3.2 Existing Generator Disposition – ENG-20

Is the existing generator to be removed as part of the base scope, or is it intended to remain in service as a redundant backup in the event of new generator failure?

-The Design Table identifies the recommended generator type (diesel or natural gas). The feasibility of natural gas service will be evaluated post-award.

Contractors shall provide pricing for both diesel and natural gas generator options as requested.

4. Fuel Supply, Gas Pressure & Mechanical

Constraints

4.1 Gas Service and Pressure – ENG-16

Is 2 PSI natural gas service available at each site?

Does the existing generator have a dedicated 2 PSI gas line? If upgrades to the gas service are required, are these included in the contractor's scope or by others?

-Please see attached structural drawings S1.03 and

S3.03 (Attached as part of Attachment B). Reference to include Detail 1/S3.03 and Penthouse Framing on

Drawing S1.03.

5. Structural & Electrical Infrastructure

5.1 Structural Capacity and Existing Supports – ENG-

Are structural drawings or specifications available for the existing generator rooftop stand? Please confirm the rated load capacity of the current structure. If the new generator exceeds the existing capacity, is structural reinforcement included in the contractor's scope?

- Please see attached structural drawings S1.03 and

S3.03. Reference to include Detail 1/S3.03 and

Penthouse Framing on Drawing S1.03.

5.2 Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Location –

ENG-16

Is there sufficient interior space within each firehouse to house the required ATS equipment? If not, is rooftop or exterior installation permitted, and what enclosure rating is required (minimum NEMA 3R or better)? Will structural supports and weatherproofing be included in the base scope?

- Yes there is existing space inside each Fire House. If space is not identified inside then client will consider

NEMA 4 ATS on the exteriors. Any structural support system including steel dunnage that is needed for new generator or new ATS is the responsibility of the installing contractor.

6. Power Continuity, Outages & Temporary Power

6.1 Planned Power Outages

During scheduled power outages required for installation or cutover, is the contractor required to provide temporary backup power? If so, should temporary power support full-house loads, critical loads only, or no loads at all?

-When upgrading from existing to new generator the houses can be without back up power for 24 hours.

Contractor is expected to provide a temporary back up generator system if the outage is expected to last longer than 24 hours.

6.2 Loss of Existing Backup Generator During

Construction

If the existing standby generator must be taken offline prior to commissioning of the new generator, is the contractor required to provide a temporary standby generator? Please confirm minimum load requirements during this interim period.

-When upgrading from existing to new generator the houses can be without back up power for 24 hours.

Contractor is expected to provide a temporary back up generator system if the outage is expected to last longer than 24 hours.

7. Legacy Electrical Systems – Fire Training South

Lower

7.1 Aging Electrical Infrastructure Risk

At Fire Training South Lower, the electrical service and MDP are significantly outdated. If interaction with the MDP results in latent failures or system issues, who bears responsibility for these unforeseen conditions? Will DGS permit a separate line item or contingency allowance for potential panel or MDP replacement if required?

- The ATS is envisioned to be installed after the existing MDP. Thus the installing contractor is responsible for the connection of the MDP and the new ATS. The bid form includes a DGS controlled allowance for unforeseen conditions.

8. Commissioning, Training & Closeout (Additional

Clarifications)

8.1 Commissioning and Testing

Please confirm commissioning requirements, including load bank testing duration, fuel type, witness testing, and reporting. Is third-party testing required?

- Confirmed. All responsibility of the contractor as listed in SOW.

8.2 Operational Coordination

Will installation activities be phased to maintain continuous firehouse operations? Is night or weekend work permitted or required for critical cutovers?

- We are a 24/7 facility. Normal construction hours are permitted Monday - Saturday 7AM - 7PM. We intent to keep all facilities operating during the course of this work.

8.3 Training and Documentation

What level of training is required for FEMS personnel? Please confirm closeout documentation requirements, including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and testing reports.

-One (1) training session video is to be recorded and provided after commissioning, start up and project punch list completion.

8.4 Warranty and Maintenance

Please confirm minimum warranty requirements for generators, ATS equipment, and controls. Is preventive maintenance included in the base contract or procured separately?

- WARRANTY: Five-year EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL warranty and one-year workmanship warranty.

4 Are they As-built drawings of existing buildings. Please reach out to fems.facilities@dc.gov to be

5 Are induvial hats required or multiple. This question does not appear relevant to this IFB.

6 What are the shutdown requirements. 24 hours without a generator. Maximum 8 hours without power. Outages must be scheduled with

FEMS approval.

7 Is parking available 1 spot depending on site location.

8 Are utilities available. Utility bills available post-award.

9 Is there a contact person at Washington Gas for this job or a reference #?

Contractors responsibility to source Washington Gas contacts.

10 How far are the Transfer Switches from the

Generators?

Site dependent. Based on Contractor's design.

11 Are all pads being replaced? Yes, include pricing for pad replacements at each site.

12 Training South & Engine #7 -Where do you want the Transfer Switches located?

Training Academy Lower in boiler room. Engine 7 in boiler room & adjacent Fleet (adjacent building) boiler room (2) Transfer switches.

13 Will Pepco be controlling the Outage? Yes, the contractor is responsible for coordinating all outages with PEPCO and any other Authority Having

Jurisdiction (AHJ).

14 Will Washington Gas be giving us a price for the meters also?

If new meter upgrades or replacement are required, the Contractor shall contact Washington Gas and include in bid price.

15 Engine 16 needs a crane to take off and load new

Generator. Can a crane be set on that street?

Yes, with approved permit including DDOT permit provided by Contractor.

16 Will all new equipment need new wiring? Up to the installing contractor based upon Contractor's engineering team.

17 Will we be replacing one Generator at a time? The client would like to accomplish multiple replacements at a time.

18 Is the $10,000 Contingency on the pricing sheets meant for anything on the Contractors side?

The $10,000 contingency is allocated per Engine

House and may be evaluated by DGS for approval in the event of unforeseen conditions.

19 If no gas meters exist, will Washington Gas run the new meters to the building(s)?

The Design Table identifies the recommended generator type (diesel or natural gas). The feasibility of natural gas service will be evaluated post-award.

Contractors shall provide pricing for both diesel and natural gas generator options as requested.

20 Will BIM or any building modeling be required? No

21 What are the control systems and who will be responsible for them?

BACnet cards and BMS integration and graphics shall be coordinated directly with the Contractor currently engaged by FEMS called Intellimation. All new equipment shall be integrated into the existing BAS.

Email therr@intellimation.net for more information.

22 What is the intent for each CLIN where it is asking for options together? Does the client want the 3rd CLIN in each fire house to be a total of both Diesel Fuel and Natural Gas along with all equipment, labor and materials for both generator systems?

Offerors to provide both pricing for natural gas and diesel. Natural Gas generator is the base bid price with Diesel generators as the Add/Deduct alternative

23 Engine #7: Please confirm which electrical panels will be served by the new generator.

There are 2 existing electrical panels. 1st panel boiler room of Fleet and 2nd panel Engine 7 boiler room.

24 Engine #7: The solicitation calls for two new outdoor NEMA 3 ATS units. Please identify their

Confirming 2 ATS locations are required. The designer of record will identify locations during proposed locations, as the locations significantly impact conduit, cable routing, and labor costs.

permitting or design process. Contractor to provide

NEMA-4 rating ATS system.

25 Engine #7: Given the substantial distance between the gas meter and the generator, please confirm whether the generator will be natural gas or diesel.

The Design Table identifies the recommended generator type (diesel or natural gas). The feasibility of natural gas service will be evaluated post-award.

Contractors shall provide pricing for both diesel and natural gas generator options as requested.

26 Engine #9: Considering the significant distance between the electrical meter and the ATS, are there any preferred routing paths to minimize conduit and cable lengths?

This will be decided during design process post-award.

27 Ready Reserve North E24: Please identify the proposed generator location. Note that underground conduits and cables may be required depending on the final placement.

Final generator and ATS locations will be confirmed post-award during kickoff meetings and follow-up site visits with DGS and FEMS. Contractor to suggest what location suites best for this site. Contractor shall prepare DD/Construction Document drawings once locations are finalized.

28 Engine #20: Please confirm whether the existing generator is to be abandoned in place or dismantled and removed.

Refer to drawings attached in Attachment B which show the existing conditions, wall openings and door openings which equipment can be moved through in order to assemble in place. The client envisioned the disassembly of existing unit in components/sections, the reuse of the existing slab and structural support base, and reassembly of the new components in the existing room. The existing outside masonry openings and exhaust flute can support a new generator in the existing space.

29 Engine #20: The existing generator is rated at 150 kW, while the recommended replacement is 125 kW. Please confirm that 125 kW is the intended capacity.

The Design Table identifies the recommended generator type (diesel or natural gas). The feasibility of natural gas service will be evaluated post-award.

Contractors shall provide pricing for both diesel and natural gas generator options as requested.

30 Engine #16: Given that the new generator is larger than the existing unit, please confirm whether a structural engineer will be required to verify the roof structure's load capacity.

Contractor to refer to existing drawings for Engine

#16. Contractor will be responsible to provide necessary design and engineering team to verify roof structure's load capacity. Please reach out to fems.facilities@dc.gov to be provided a waiver to sign. Once signed waiver is received you will receive link to existing drawings.

31 BAS Integration: The solicitation states, "Each completed Generator and ATS system shall be

BACnet card enabled to communicate with the existing BAS."

Please confirm whether there are any additional costs or coordination requirements associated with the Intellimation provider.

BACnet cards and BMS integration and graphics shall be coordinated directly with Intellimation. All new equipment shall be integrated into the existing BAS.

Email therr@intellimation.net for more information

32 As-Built Drawings: What is the process for obtaining the as-built drawings for each location?

Please reach out to fems.facilities@dc.gov to be

33 Attachment A - Scope of work references Exhibit

A - Existing Generators survey. Could not find

Attachment A on the OpenGov site for the project. Please provide Attachment A

Attachment A to the Scope of Work is included in the

Main Documents folder within the Attachments tab.

34 Engine House 16 recommended generator size is listed at 346 kW, which translates to a 350 kW generator. With a weather housing, this size generator appears too large to fit on the existing roof and remain serviceable. Will DGS/FEMS consider a 300 kW generator with appropriate load management? A 300 kW generator will provide 1,041 amps at 208V, and based on previous projects and review of one year of

PEPCO bills, the service rating far exceeded actual usage.

Are drawings available for the Engine Houses included in the IFB?

At several Engine Houses, reusing and/or extending existing generator pads was discussed due to limited space for new generators. What is the maximum allowable duration an Engine

House can be without a generator? Should rental generators be included in the contractor's price?

The IFB states in Section A – Specific

Requirements that the Contractor is responsible for removal, disposal, and transportation of the existing Generator and ATS system, including associated equipment, with delivery to 3170 V

Street NE. Does the DC FEMS Logistics

Warehouse have the requisite personnel and equipment to unload the delivered equipment?

Engine House 20: The existing generator is located in the basement. Removal of the existing generator and installation of the new generator in the same location will require significant demolition of the existing structure and excavation adjacent to the existing retaining wall.

Will DGS/FEMS consider placing the generator outside.

E14: Are we installing a New ATS at this site?

E14: Does the manufacturer brand of the new generator need to match existing generator?

All sites: If installing in same area will sites require a temporary rental generator?

E3: Does this generator need to be in same location as existing? If so does the contractor need to provide a rental temporary generator during the demo of existing?

Training Academy Lower: Is this site a new install of ATS and generator?

Ready Reserve North: Is this site a new install of

Engine House 16 recommended generator size is listed at 346 kW, which translates to a 350 kW generator. With a weather housing, this size generator appears too large to fit on the existing roof and remain serviceable. Will DGS/FEMS consider a 300 kW generator with appropriate load management? A 300 kW generator will provide 1,041 amps at 208V, and based on previous projects and review of one year of

PEPCO bills, the service rating far exceeded actual usage.

- Please provide add alternative pricing for a 300kw and 350kw on the E16 bid form.

Are drawings available for the Engine Houses included in the IFB?

- Please reach out to fems.facilities@dc.gov to be provided a waiver. Once waiver is received you will receive link to drawings.

At several Engine Houses, reusing and/or extending existing generator pads was discussed due to limited space for new generators. What is the maximum allowable duration an Engine House can be without a generator? Should rental generators be included in the contractor's price?

-24 hours max time without a generator. Maximum 8 hours without power. If rental generator required cost of temporary generator should be included in bid cost.

The IFB states in Section A – Specific Requirements that the Contractor is responsible for removal, disposal, and transportation of the existing Generator and ATS system, including associated equipment, with delivery to 3170 V Street NE. Does the DC FEMS

Logistics Warehouse have the requisite personnel and

ATS and generator?

E20: Does this generator need to be in same location as existing? Can this generator be placed outside building? If not can this site go without generator during the demo phase? Does a rental of a temporary generator need to be provided?

Engine 16: Is pricing needed for Diesel Fuel

Generator?

equipment to unload the delivered equipment?

- Loading, unloading, transportation, and handling of all equipment are the Contractor's responsibility.

Engine House 20: The existing generator is located in the basement. Removal of the existing generator and installation of the new generator in the same location will require significant demolition of the existing structure and excavation adjacent to the existing retaining wall. Will DGS/FEMS consider placing the generator outside.

- Refer to Attachment B for the attached drawings which show the existing conditions, wall openings and door openings which equipment can be moved through in order to assemble in place. The client envisioned the dissemble of existing unit in components/sections, the reuse of the existing slab and structural support base, and reassembly of the new components in the existing room. The existing outside masonry openings and exhaust flute can support a new generator in the existing space.

E14: Are we installing a New ATS at this site?

- No, only generator system is to be replaced.

E14: Does the manufacturer brand of the new generator need to match existing generator?

- No, does not need to match manufacturer of the existing ATS.

All sites: If installing in same area will sites require a temporary rental generator?

- 24 hours max time without a generator. Maximum 8 hours without power. If rental generator required, cost

E3: Does this generator need to be in same location as existing? If so does the contractor need to provide a rental temporary generator during the demo of existing?

-24 hours max time without a generator. Maximum 8 hours without power. If rental generator required, cost

Training Academy Lower: Is this site a new install of

ATS and generator?

-Yes, there is no existing generator or ATS.

Ready Reserve North: Is this site a new install of ATS and generator?

-Yes, there is no existing generator or ATS.

E20: Does this generator need to be in same location as existing? Can this generator be placed outside building? If not can this site go without generator during the demo phase? Does a rental of a temporary generator need to be provided?

- Need installed where existing generator is. Please see attached drawings which show the existing conditions including 40" wide door opening in basement and exterior wall - louver opening (72" x

48") which equipment can be moved through for disassembly and new assembly in place. The current generator width is 45". The client envisioned the dissemble of existing unit in components/sections, the reuse of the existing slab and structural support base, and reassembly of the new components in the existing room. The existing outside masonry openings and exhaust flute can support a new generator in the existing space. 24 hours max time without a generator.

Maximum 8 hours without power. If rental generator required cost of temporary generator should be included in bid cost.

Engine 16: Is pricing needed for Diesel Fuel

Generator?

- The base bid includes Natural Gas generators in the

300 kW and 350 kW sizes. A price for Diesel generators should be provided as an add alternate.