A15a4a Ft. Buchanan_Pre-Bid Questions and Answers_06-05-2024 (rev.1).pdf
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- Solicitation number
- HQC00324B0010
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Defense Commissary Agency
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This document is a set of pre-bid questions and answers for the Ft. Buchanan Commissary Refrigeration, HVAC, and Decor Upgrade project, Solicitation Number HQC00324B0010.
The key details are:
- The project requires replacement of the refrigeration system, including refrigeration display cases, refrigeration monitoring and control system, compressor racks, condensing units, and walk-in freezer/cooler unit coolers. It also requires replacement of the HVAC systems and equipment, and an update to the interior decor.
- The government has proposed brand name or equivalent dual-path cooling and dehumidification units from Seasons 4 models, as well as air-cooled condenser unit models for the refrigeration system.
- The questions address issues such as the availability of the specified refrigeration carts, on-site staffing requirements, the condition of the existing refrigeration system, and requirements for infilling floor holes left by removed case rails.
- The government's responses indicate that substitutions for the specified carts are allowed, on-site personnel are required to be a Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, and Safety Manager, and that the contractor can assess the condition of the existing refrigeration system and address any abnormal conditions with the Contracting Officer.
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Ft Buchanan Pre-Bid Questions Solicitation: HQC00324B0010
Q1. Plan A9.1 details N, O, P shows a requirement for the Cannon Corrals & Carts (also see Spec 132126 Cold Storage Rooms). Cannon no longer makes cart corrals. Cannon milk and egg carts are available in minimal orders of 50ea. Please advise.
A: A like kind cart corral can be substituted provided they meet the salient features of the Cannon carts.
Q2. Please provide the General Contracting Onsite staffing requirements. Superintendent, Quality Control, Safety Manager, Scheduler, or Project Manager.
A: On site personnel are the Superintendent, Quality Control Manager & Safety Manager.
Q3. Is there requirement for Alvarado SS Case Rails in from of cases? None are shown on the plans. Please advise.
A: This requirement will be removed from the contract requirements.
Q4. Existing Alvarado Case rails are being removed which will leave holes in the floor. What is the requirement for infilling of the holes?
A: Patch holes with appropriate material of similar color as existing floor.
Q5. The existing Refrigeration System at the Ft Buchanan Commissary is in poor condition. Will all refrigerant leaks be repaired, and receiver levels be brought up to 30 percent prior to turnover of maintenance to the refrigeration contractor? If not, please provide the leak recovery rate so a budget can be determined.
A: Due to the issues with the refrigeration systems, is precisely why this project is being initiated.
Refrigerant leaks, if any, will not be repaired, leak recovery rate logs have been requested. Per specs. 23 01 00, Maintenance & Repair for HVAC & Refrigeration, the contractor is allowed to perform a preperformance inspection and provide their concerns to the contracting officer.
FOLLOW UP CONCERN TO Q5:
We are very concerned with the answer below. It has already been determined that the systems are leaking. Is the Government going to pay for existing refrigeration leaks or should cost be included in the bid? I leak recovery rate is needed for budgeting cost.
A: System will be turned over in adequate condition. Additionally, the contractor can assess the condition and address with the KO if conditions are abnormal, per the specifications.
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