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Design-Build for Bob Casey Restroom Upgrade (Side A)
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Response to RFI received 1/23/2015

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RFI's

Bob Casey RR Side A
Date:23-Jan-15
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Number of Items:
Request For Information
Comment NumberDrawing/ Spec. NumberAdditional Data(RFI) Request for Information.Design Team: Architect's / Engineer's CommentsResponse ByDate:GSA Response / CommentsResponse ByComment Date:Open / Close
1The demo plans call for the wall tile to be removed, but detail 10 on A3.0 does not. How should we proceed.Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
2Will new floor drains be required in the restroomsResponse to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided.
3Since color selctions have allready been made during the renovation of the B restrooms, will SHPO approval be requiredSHPO requirements have been meet thus far. However, it is up to SHPO if they require additional information or approval prior to, during and/or after contract award.
4Will we be allowed to work on multiple restrooms at the same timeFor clarification purposes only and as discussed during the pre-bid mtg, shutdown of multiple restrooms is not part of the SOW and solicitation but maybe requested by the successful on a case by case basis based on the tenants' operations. Please refer to meeting minutes of prebid meeting.
5Will we be required to move our dumpsters off site every morningPlease refer to meeting minutes of prebid meeting.
6Will protection be required during the use of the freight elevatorThis item was discussed during the pre-bid. Yes, protection must be provided and removed prior to 6 am every morning.
7Has there been a lead or asbestos assesment done on the buildingYes but it is considered not complete. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder verify the existing of hazardous of material in all construction projects.
8Will a lead or asbestos assesment be required as part of the designIt is the responsibility of the successful bidder to be sure if hazardous materials are located in the construction area.
9What are the waste diversion requirementsThere are currently no official specific waste diversion requirements associated with this project.
10Will we be required to show work we plan to sub out in break out detail per the example proposalProposal must be submitted in accordance with the solicitation pkg. Please refere to meeting minutes and agenda of the pre-bid mtg.
11The MEP drawings only showing lighting replacement on the 9th floor. The architectural drawings show a new lighting fixture on floors 2, 4, 5 and 9. Please confirm which bathrooms require a new lighting fixture.Please refer to SOW provided with solicitation pkg provided during the pre-bid mtg.
12There are no MEP drawings for the basement restrooms. Please confirm which restrooms are to be in the scope and in the alternate. For those, the scope will be assumed to be as defined on the architectural drawings unless further direction is provided.Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided for all disciplines including MEP. Final design shall be approved by GSA. Please refer to SOW provided with solicitation pkg provided during the pre-bid mtg.
13If bathroom group shutoff valves are found to already be in place and functional, will the requirement for new shutoff valves still apply?Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design in accordance with current codesutilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
14Can you provide any specificiations for desired plumbing and lighting fixturesResponse to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Contractor shall provide submittals to be approved by GSA.
15In the solicitation there are requirements for LEED credentials and hazardous waste abatement. We don't see these features within the projects scope of work. Please confirm that there is not a LEED or hazardous material removal requirement for this proposal.Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Response to the pkg must be accordance with the solicitation pkg provided. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to verify if hazardous is located in the construction area.
16Can you please provide the agreement referred to in the solicitation section I.B. List of Solicitation DocumentsAs indicated in the bid proposal pkg provided during the pre-bid mtg, the referenced official signed "Agreement" will be provided to the successful bidder as an "Agreement" (Contract) with the Government and the successful bidder.
17It is unclear what form you like us to use for the bid guarantee (SF 24?).As indicated in the bid proposal pkg provided during the pre-bid mtg, the form referenced in this RFI (SF 24) is the correct form.
18The past performance Information form is not consistent with the past perform requirements list in the solicitation. Which is correct?Both are correct and must be used.
19Key personnel resumes are required for Lead designer and for all sub-contractors and/or architectural and engineer contractors. Will you require resumes for the prime contractor's key personnel?General contractor is considered key personnel.
20Any Page limits expectations?It is the responsibility of the each bidder to provide the required information in accordance to the solicitation necessary for a complete and accurate evaluation of the proposal package.
21Would it be possible to get a list of the items that are required to be turned over to the userResponse to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided.
22Please confirm that the maintenance restrooms and the judge's restrooms in the basement are not part of this project.Please refer to SOW attached to solicitation pkg provided at pre-bid mtg and meeting minutes.
23Can you verify what items are to be removed and reinstalled and what items are suppose to be new. Plumbing fixtures, partitions, light fixtures, toilet accessories, mirrors, etc.Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
24Page D2.9-10 A Restroom Level 10 shows ACT and a light fixture being demolished in the entrance, but sheet A2.9-10 A Restroom Level 10 does not show what type of ceiling and fixture is to go back.Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes and based on the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
25Level 4 & 9 says to remove the custodial door for construction of the unisex bathrooms, but does not call out what to replace it with?Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
26The interior elevations of the gym locker rooms does not show the height of the wall tile. Does wall tile need to go to ceiling as it does now?Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes and based on the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
27D1.3-4 shows removing the chase door, but A1.3-4 shows a sink going in front of the chase opening. How is this opening to be infilled, and will we be required to install another chase access?Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes and based on the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
28Basement RCP shows new ceiling casework, but no detail is provided.Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
29Will toilet acc be removed and reinstalled or replaced by the building maint contractor?Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
30Is there a door and hardware schedule that is part of the 50% design?No. Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
31The demo plans say to remove the existing mortar bed. As long as a uniform surface is provided to stick tile, without compromising clearances, would it be permissible to utilize the existing mortar beds?Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. It is the responsibility of the successful bidder to provide a complete design drawings and specifications including specifications in accordance with current codes utilizing the 50% design provided. Final design shall be approved by GSA.
32We have recent design build experience with in Region 7 GSA, project is currently 76+ percent complete can we use this project for comparable and Past performance..Response to this RFI is for clarification purposes. Solicitation requires submittal of projects comparable in scope and size with this particular project.

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