Amendment 0003 B14.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

DESIGN-BID-BUILD (DBB), B14 NEW STAIR/LIFE SAFETY/POWER IMPROVEMENTS PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD (PNSY), KITTERY, MAINE.

The proposal due date has been extended to 30 May 2024 NLT 1400 (EDT)

SEE SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

Contract POC: Sarah Lorkiew icz; Email: sarah.m.lorkiew icz.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 757-341-0070

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 21

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 14-May-2024

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X N4008524R2534

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

28-Mar-2024

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

14-May-2024

CODE

NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC

CONTRACTING CORE

9324 VIRGINIA AVENUE

NORFOLK VA 23511-3095

N40085 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

N4008524R2534

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE (SF 30)

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMEN 0003

The purpose of this amendment is to provide the following:

1. Pre-Proposal Inquiry (PPI) Responses

2. Add FAR clause 52.243-7

3. Enclosure (2) for PPI #17

4. Enclosure (3) for PPI #101

Question

Reference

Page Section Paragraph Question Government Response

6 4 01 11

00.00 22 1.9.1

Please provide additional detail about "existing equipment that is to remain" and access requirements by "Secure

Network Providers Contractor(s)." Please identify extents of all utilities that must remain active within the facility to meet this requirement.

Refer to the ED, EP, ET and EY Sheets and Sheet G-009 for equipment that must remain operational during construction.

7 1 01 14

00.00 22 1.3.c

Please confirm any restricted areas, security islands, or other areas associated with this project that may require the use of escorts.

There will be no restricted areas or security islands within the building.

There are no area within the building that will require the use of escorts.

8 2 01 14

00.00 22 1.4.1

Please identify any unique wide load requirements that may be applicable due to concurrent Bridge 2 construction and associated traffic sequencing at Gate 1 / Bridge 1.

Bridge 1 has no limit to it's width.

9 3 01 14

00.00 22 1.5.1.2

Please confirm the extents of applicability of "yellow" and "orange-yellow", "Protective Clothing" under this section, particularly as it applies to typical construction PPE (i.e.

vests, jackets, etc.)

The restriction does not apply to the typical high-vis neon yellow found in typical construction PPE.

10 3 01 14

00.00 22 1.5.1.2

Please provide the noted "list of yellow items that have been approved for use on the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard."

Only yellow safety PPE is approved (vests/jackets).

11 11 01 14

00.00 22 1.10.1

Please identify any B14 lighting that is considered to be "CIA Lighting", so that the proposers can quantify any potential temporary lighting necessary.

Exterior Lighting shown on ED101 (Keynote 5) and Exterior Type W fixtures shown on EL101 and EL103 are considered to be CIA Lighting.

12 4 & 12 01 14

00.00 22

1.5.4 and 1.12.1

Please reconcile the discrepancies between paragraphs

1.5.4 and 1.12.1, with regard to hot work processes / requirements.

Hot Work permits must be submitted at least three (3) working days prior to commencing any Hot Work.

In paragraph 1.12.1, change "two (2)" to "three (3)".

13 17 01 14

00.00 22

Please confirm/clarify process for Visitors Portable Computer Equipment Registration. Our understanding is that this does not occur at the "pass office" as noted.

1) All computers must be inspected at Building 170, 6th floor. Upon successful inspection a permit form will be issued. All computers regardless of going inside or outside the CIA or any NAVSEA space must be permitted.

2) Any computer that is going to be used in the CIA must have the camera drilled out and epoxied prior to being inspected at B170, tape is not accepted.

3) Any computer NOT used in the CIA does not have to have the camera drilled out, (HOWEVER IF THAT

COMPUTER IS EVER TAKEN

INTO THE CIA, THE COMPUTER

AND BADGE OF THE HOLDER

WILL BE CONFISCATED).

4) Air cards, MiFi, etc., used for data transfer must be permitted via B170, 6th floor. This is required prior to use anywhere on the shipyard.

5) All forms shall remain with the equipment at all times for security inspection.

6) The name of any hot spot must not have any reference to PNS, PORTS, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard or anything that could be construed as being an entity of the SY in any form.

Upon successful execution of the contract the Contractor shall further coordinate requirements with the Contracting Officer.

01 30

00.00 22 & 01 33

1.5.1 & 1.2

Please reconcile the lists of submittals required (1) Prior to Pre-Construction Meeting (2) At Pre-

Construction Meeting and (3) Prior to the Start of Construction between 01 30 00.00 22, Par. 1.5.1 and 01

33 00, Par. 1.2.

The lists in both sections are the same except for the following adjustments:

-In Section 01 30 00.00 22, Paragraph 1.5.1, in third paragraph (list of submittals required to be submitted at the pre-construction meeting) add "Contractor's" between "List of" and "Personnel" in the description of Specification 01 31 23.13 20 and delete specification "01 33 10.05 20 Consolidated RFP Documents" and specification "01 33 00.05 20 Submittal Register (DB)".

-In Section 01 30 00.00 22, Paragraph 1.5.1, in fourth paragraph (list of submittals required to be submitted prior to the start of construction) add "Construction" before "Waste" in the description of Specification 01 74 19.

-In Section 01 33 00, Paragraph 1.2, in the list of submittals requiring Gov't approval prior to the beginning of any work, delete the following: "Network Analysis Schedule (NAS)", Schedule of Prices or Earned Value Report", "Outage Schedule", "List of Contact Personal", "Quality Control (QC) Plan", "Solid Waste Management Plan and Permit", "Accident Prevention Plan (APP)", "Construction Site Plan", "Traffic Control Plan", and "Dirt and Dust Control". Note that these submittals are still required but are listed elsewhere in the section with specific submittal timeline requirements.

-In Section 01 33 00, Paragraph 1.2, in the list of submittals requiring Gov't approval prior to the beginning of any work, change "List" to "Lift" in "Crane Critical List Plan".

-In Section 01 33 00, Paragraph 1.2, in the second chart (submittals required to be submitted at the pre-construction meeting) add "Facility Turnover Planning Meeting" after "Zone" and "and POAM" after "Checklist" in the Item Submitted column of the third row.

-In Section 01 33 00, Paragraph 1.2, in the third chart (submittals required to be submitted prior to the start of construction) add a new first row with the following information:

Specification Section: 01 44 00.00 22;

SD #: 01; SD Description:

Preconstruction Submittals; Item Submitted: Archeological Monitoring Plan; and Paragraph #: 1.4; and add "and Permit" after "Plan" in the Item Submitted column of the now fifth row (previously fourth row prior to adding row stated here).

15 6 01 45

00.00 22 1.5.6

01 45 00.00 22, Par. 1.5.6, states that "The QC Specialists must be a first tier Subcontractor." In the case of the "Roofing Manufacturer's Technical Representative/five years minimum", this individual would be employed by the roofing system manufacturer, a supplier to the roofing subcontractor.

Please confirm acceptable that this individual is an employee of the roofing system manufacturer and not a first tier subcontractor.

This is acceptable.

16 7 01 45

00.00 22 1.5.6

01 45 00.00 22, Par. 1.5.6, calls for the Mechanical Special Inspector to have had ICC certification for five years minimum. The applicable ICC certification is very rare in this region, particularly for an individual that has independence of the installing contractors to serve in this role. We recommend that the requirement for ICC certification be removed and that the required qualification be that individual must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the installation and testing of HVAC systems.

The requirements of 01 45 00.00 22, 1.5.6, will remain as stated.

17 23 01 45

00.00 22 1.18.3

Please provide a copy of the Contractor QC Self- Evaluation Checklist

See Enclosure (2).

18 9 03 30 00 1.7.6 Please identify the specific ACI certification required for the "Lead Foreman or Journeyman of the Concrete

Placing, Finishing, and Curing Crews"

The Lead Foreman/Journeyman must be an ACI certified Advanced Concrete Flatwork Finisher.

19 4 05 12 00 1.3

Given the amount and complexity of structural steel to be erected on this project, we request that the AISC erector certification be waived. The CQM organization would remain responsible for ensuring compliant erection.

The AISC erector certification requirement can be deleted.

20 3 05 40 00 1.5-a Please define "other structural data by a registered professional engineer" that is to be provided by the contractor under this contract.

Other structural data would include items like fastener capacities, connector capacities, studs, or other product data for the items being submitted.

21 6 05 40 00 3.1 Please provide the referenced "design calculations" Revise the second sentence in paragraph 3.1 to read "Screw connections must be as indicated."

22 7 05 52 00 3.1

Please confirm that "3 inch projection from the finished wall to the center of the pipe" will provide the desired clearance between the inside face or rail and the wall.

Referencing Detail B4 on AE445 and considering the

The specification calls for "not less than 3 inch projection". The handrail must be installed to provide the clearance shown in the detail.

OD of the specified ASTM A53/A53M, Grade B, SCH40 or SCH80 pipe.

23 AE445 B4

B4 on AE445 identify required clearance off of wall for handrail. Please identify any required vertical clearance (i.e. rail to wall bracket).

A minimum of 1-1/2 inches is required between the bottom of the handrail and the bracket (NFPA 101, Section 7.2.2.4.5.8).

Sheet G003A, General [Hazardous Materials] Note 5:

Will CRM review and approval be concurrent with the NAVFAC/DOR review? If not, how long will it take to for CRM review?

Yes, CRM review and approval will be concurrent with the

NAVFAC/DOR review. Though unexpected, submittals that deviate from the design document requirements may trigger the need for SHPO approval which may require an extended review time.

Sheet G003A, General Removals Note 2: How can bidders quantify scope that is not shown but expected to be installed? Can quantities be confirmed? Are there any hazardous materials associated with the removals not shown on the documents but expected to be removed by the contractor?

The intent of this note is to ensure that any smaller items associated or attached to an item indicated to be removed is removed as well. For example, if a wall is indicated to be removed it is the intent that any wall base, insulation, or trim work on or in the partition is also to be removed.

The scope of the hazardous materials removals is indicated.

Sheet G003A, General Removals Note 4: How does the government make the distinction between normal removal conditions and damage?

Per Specification Section 02 41 00, paragraph 1.10, existing conditions must be surveyed and documented.

After construction activities, if there is apparent damage, the area or item will be compared to the existing conditions survey.

Sheet G003A, General Removals Note 6: How do the documents detail the fill, patch and painting? How is this to be quantified?

The contractor will be responsible for coordinating and getting approval for the treatment of existing items to remain that abut or are connected to items to be removed.

Sheet G003A, Gen Construction Notes 1 & 4: Confirm the applicable codes have been incorporated into the documents and coordinated with other trades.

Applicable codes have been incorporated and have been coordinated. However, the Contractor is responsible to be aware of any codes and ordinances that affects the completion of the work.

Sheet G003A, Gen Construction Notes 1 & 4: Confirm the applicable codes have been incorporated into the documents and all scope required to meet applicable codes is shown and quantifiable.

Applicable codes have been incorporated and have been coordinated. However, the Contractor is responsible to be aware of any codes and ordinances that affects the completion of the work.

01 11

00.00 22 1.4.c

Confirm the design is includes all Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and all scope is shown in order for the construction to comply with this standard.

The standards have been incorporated into the design. However, the Contractor is responsible to be familiar with the standards.

01 11

00.00 22 1.6

Paragraph 1.6 states building will be vacated during performance of work... Then goes on to say 'while building is occupied'... Please confirm duration of occupation and date of anticipated vacancy of all areas.

The building will be vacant throughout the construction period. Is Section 01 11 00.00 22, paragraph 1.6, Delete "While the building is occupied" from the second paragraph.

01 11

00.00 22 1.9

Confirm which other contractors will be allowed access to this building during construction, what areas they will be accessing, any parking needed for them, any materials, tools or equipment they will need and the planned durations for all instances of needing access to each area of the building.

Only Government personnel will require access to the existing equipment that must remain operational during construction. No parking, materials, tools, or equipment needs to be provided.

Sheet G004, Gen Const Seq Note 1: How do the documents define and quantify the 'critical equipment'?

Refer to the ED, EP, ET and EY sheets for equipment that must remain operational during construction.

Sheet CS101 shows disturbance of the rails system (removals and excavation in close proximity) What base contract work cannot proceed prior to gov't testing and inspection of the rails? How long should be allotted for notification and testing by the government of the rails?

Work within the Potential Rail Impact Area must be completed prior to

Government Testing and Inspection.

Provide a minimum of 2 weeks notice for a pre-paving inspection. Provide a minimum of 2 weeks notice for a post-paving operational test.

Site plan shows the pedestrian access between building and the CIA gate guard shack in an area also planned to be excavated for utilities. Will an outage of the pedestrian access and CIA gate turnstile be possible if SY personnel are re-routed to the adjacent turnstile?

Yes, see Sheet G-006.

Sheet G005 Item 9 B13 Duct Bank: Can the government confirm the expected dates of this work, duration and how this area will be impacted and provide alternate laydown during this work? Will this work re-route the Remey Street fire lane during an outage for B13 excavation?

No. B13 will have full ownership of re-routing of fire lane.

Sheet G005 Gen Sheet Note 1: Can the government provide the record documents for the other projects prior to bid? Is there any scope to be included for this project stemming from anticipated outages or construction on other projects?

No. No.

Are there any known or suspected hazardous materials in the areas to be excavated?

Please refer to the Hazardous Materials Assessment Survey Report included in the project bid documents for details on the known or suspected hazardous materials in the project work area. NAVFAC is not aware of additional known or suspected hazardous materials in the excavation area.

Subsurface environmental conditions are expected to be similar to conditions that are identified on Sheet B-002.

Sheet CS101 shows disturbance of the pavement in the 10 foot security exclusion zone. Can the government confirm if this is acceptable to physical security and what additional measures the bidders should include

See Security Notes on Sheet G-005.

for temporary compliance with all security SY Instructions? Will entire area require road plates and constant monitoring with zone painting?

Will contaminated soils (non-hazardous soil by definition but additional PPE controls are required and special disposal with increased cost is mandated by PNSY) be the responsibility of the contractor if discovered during testing?

Pursuant to Section 1.5.2. of the Excavation and Fill specifications

(SECTION 31 23 00.00 22), for non-hazardous soils with volume greater than 50 cubic yards, the Contractor is responsible for all aspects of soil management from generation to disposal; including, excavation, stockpiling, onsite management, testing, loading, transport, and disposal.

Confirm if any dust cleaning of the building surfaces will be necessary to remove hazardous dust prior to construction.

Hazardous material remediation for general surface cleaning of dust is not necessary. However, given the presence of hazardous materials in various building materials/coatings, there will be surface dust cleaning required associated with those specific abatement or remediation activities.

Sheet CG101 appears to be missing the southern most limits of pavement removals dotted line. Confirm it is missing on this sheet only or whether it will be removed on other sheets.

The pavement removal dotted line and limits of new pavement associated with CLIN 4 are not included on Sheet CG101. Work Items related to CLIN 4 are shown on Sheets CR101 and CS101 only.

Please provide shipyard instructions for compliance with security requirements and CIA fence treatment.

See Security Notes on Sheet G-005.

Shipyard security requirements have been incorporated.

44 3 01 20

00.00 22 1.5

Confirm if AACE 53R-06 will be used to determine if monthly NAS update will be accepted for payment or provide alternative standard or criteria.

No.

45 3 01 20

00.00 22 1.5

Confirm if government will pay 100% of approved invoice schedule of values furnish amount for stored materials.

No.

46 2 01 30

10.00 22 1.4.3.a

Confirm the software program, version and operating system of the original drawings.

Original files were prepared in Autodesk 2018 .dwg format.

47 2 01 30

10.00 22 1.4.3.b

Confirm the software program, version and operating system of the file submittal requirements.

Files must be submitted in Adobe .pdf format.

48 3 01 45 35 1.4 SD-06

Special Inspector Daily Reports: Please confirm daily reports are only for items listed under INSPECTION

TYPE and include the term DOCUMENT in the

SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS.

Daily reports must be provided for all work identified in the SCHEDULE

OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS tables for all inspections conducted.

49 7 01 45

00.00 22 1.5.6

Confirm if the QEI required in elevator specification section can also be the QC specialist for elevator

DFOW.

The NAVFAC QEI Certified Elevator Inspector and the Contractor provided third-part licensed and certified QEI as defined in 14 24 23 canNOT also be the QC specialist identified in 01 45

00.00 22 for the elevator DFOW.

50 5 01 45

00.00 22 1.5.2

QC Spec indicates the CxC will be provided by the contractor. 01 91 00.15 para. 1.2 indicates the government provides the CxC. Please confirm which is correct and which entity is responsible for hiring the commissioning personnel for the project.

The contractor will be responsible for providing the commissioning personnel.

In section 01 91 00.15, paragraph 1.2, second paragraph, change

"Government" to "Contractor".

51 9 02 41 00 3.1.12.3 Please confirm if the existing ductwork internal surfaces have been tested for hazardous materials and dust.

The internal surfaces of the existing ductwork have not been tested for hazardous materials and dust. The ductwork in the building is typical ductwork, nothing industrial, and there is no reason to expect hazardous materials in the dust. If during construction hazardous materials are suspected, stop the work in that area and contact the contracting officer.

52 10 02 41 00 3.1.14

Please confirm all items with unique/regulated disposal requirements have been identified in the documents and disposal requirements have been detailed in each specification section or drawing notes.

Construction waste disposal methods are specified in Section 01 74 19.

Other disposal requirements are specified in Section 01 57 19.00 22.

Division 02 sections cover items requiring special disposal methods.

However, the contractor is responsible for knowing regulated disposal requirements for items.

53 3 02 42 91 3.2

Paragraph 3.2 itemizes the desired salvage items.

Please confirm the definition of architectural woodwork and which document shows the quantity for bidding.

This refers to the three wood windows from the south side of the existing building that are to be salvaged. See Sheets AD201 and AD202.

54 3 02 42 91 3.2

Paragraph 3.2 itemizes the desired salvage items.

Please confirm if government will be taking possession of salvage items for the government upon receipt or will the contractor be required to provide long term storage.

The contractor will be responsible for the storage of salvaged items to be reinstalled.

55 3 02 42 91 3.2

Paragraph 3.2 itemizes the desired salvage items.

Please confirm how the documents identify which salvage is for contractor and which salvage is for government.

"All items indicated to be salvaged are intended to be reinstalled in some capacity within the building. See

Keynotes 8, 15, 18, 27, 28, 44, 50, 51, and 52 on Sheets AD101 through

AD202.

On Sheet AE001, General Removals Notes, Existing Keynotes, and

Removals Keynotes, in Keynotes 18 and 50, add "for reinstallation" between "salvage" and "one" and delete "and salvage" between

"Remove" and "interior".

On Sheet AD202, Exterior Elevation Removals Details, in Details A4 and C4, delete "and salvage" from note that reads "Saw cut brick for removal and salvage" and in Detail A2, change

Keynote 49 beneath the second floor window to 18.

56 3 54000 1.5.a

Engineering Responsibility: Please confirm the explicit scope of work assigned to the contractor. It is understood the only design requirements assigned are to verify the size, spacing and connection sufficiency of the framing shown by the government on the drawings. Will the contractor be assigned project design responsibility for the location of framing if not shown?

See response to PPI #20. The Contractor will not be assigned project design responsibility.

57 4 28 31 76 1.5.1

Please confirm the building life safety has been evaluated by the AHJ/NAVFAC FPE/QFPE and the layout shown on the drawings meets or exceeds the code requirements for the system. If not, please confirm how much scope is required to be installed for final acceptance but not shown on the documents.

The building life safety has been evaluated. The extent of work included in the drawings and specifications captures all intended scope. Note however, that the fire alarm system is a delegated design item and a full system design by a registered FPE is required to be provided by the contractor.

58 4 28 31 76 1.5.1

Since the UFC requires the QFPE be involved in the contract design and this is a design/bid/build project and it is not possible for the contractor to fill this role, Please confirm the government will be responsible for providing all DFPE/FPQC/QFPE/FPE personnel per the specifications and UFC 3-600-01 standards.

The Contractor is responsible for providing an FPQC in accordance with 01 45 00.00 22. The QFPE references as outlined in specification sections 21 12 00, 21 13 13, 21 13 16 and 28 31 76 should be considered as references to the FPQC in the 01 45

00 specification. It is not the intent to have multiple or redundant FPQC and

QFPEs

59 18 26 51 00 3.3.1

Commissioning paragraph includes reference to NFPA

101. Please confirm all applicable scope associated with this reference are included in the contract documents and the design is in compliance therewith.

The lighting design is in compliance with NFPA 101. However, the Contractor is responsible to be knowledgeable of NFPA 101 as it affects the completion of the work.

60 20 26 20 00 2.2

Please confirm all existing pathways planned for installation and ductbanks depicted on this project have been evaluated for compliance with TIA-569 stipulations for bend, etc.

There are no existing telecommunications pathways shown to be reused within B14. Provide telecommunications raceways and pathways indicated on the ET sheets.

Existing ductbanks from B14 to B86 and B13 have been evaluated. Provide telecommunications cables and innerducts per Sheet ES102. Provide pathways in B13 and B86 indicated on sheets ET501 and ET502. Existing conduit sleeves to upper floors in B13 and B86 have been evaluated. Existing cable tray on B13 first floor has been evaluated.

61 26 26 20 00 3.1.2.b Confirm the conduits sizes shown on the contract documents are in compliance with the TIA-569.

Conduit sizes shown for telecommunications cabling are in compliance with TIA-569. However, pull boxes are not shown. No section of conduit must contain more than two

90-degree bends between pull points.

Provide pull boxes in compliance with

TIA-569 requirements.

62 15 27 10 00 3.1

Please confirm the design is compliant with NECA, TIA, NFPA and UL standards as applicable and all scope is explicitly shown on the drawings or detailed in the specifications.

Applicable codes have been incorporated into the design.

However, the Contractor is responsible to be knowledgeable of the codes and standards that affect the completion of the work. Provide products per NECA, BICSI, TIA, NFPA and UL requirements.

63 17 27 10 00 3.1.5.3 Confirm if lockable cabinets are required for the project.

Lockable cabinets are required. See Specification 27 10 00, paragraphs

2.4.2.a and 2.4.2.b.

Sheet CS101 & C502 instruct the contractor to remove the CIA fence fabric and replace IAW detail A5 on

C502. Confirm if any temporary CIA fencing will be required to complete this task or will the contractor be able to remove the fabric at will.

Comply with the Security Notes included on Sheet G-005. Temporary security measures may be required, depending on the Contractors means and methods.

CS101 shows new utilities to be installed underneath the existing CIA fencing at gate turnstile. Confirm what measures must be used to dig under an active CIA fence and maintain compliance with SY instructions.

Comply with the Security Notes included on Sheet G-005.

CS101 shows new utilities to be installed underneath the existing CIA fencing. Confirm if any burglar bars or other measures are to be installed at each utility at the fence line.

Security measures at each utility at the fence line are not included in the project.

CS101 shows new utilities to be installed underneath the existing CIA fencing. Confirm if any welding of the manhole covers inside or outside the CIA is necessary.

Manhole covers are not to be welded in place.

AE625 Membrane Flashing Sequence - Confirm if the sequence can be IAW manufacturer instructions to maintain warranty in lieu of the sequence and configuration shown on A5.

If the manufacturer's instructions differ from the sequence shown in

A5/AE625, it should be indicated in the submittal process. If shown to be similar or better than the design documents, the sequence can be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

It is unclear what the extent of the insulated metal panels is on the project and what finish profile is expected for the panels. Please confirm extents of metal panels and desired profile.

"Insulated metal panels are to be provided at the new connector between the existing building and the new stair tower beneath the fourth floor curtainwall and above the slopped metal roofing of the third floor. See A2/AE302 and A4/AE627.

Provide panels with a flat profile as shown.

On Sheet AE302, Wall Sections 2, in Detail A2 change "A3C" to "A4" in the detail call out bubble at the fourth floor level.

70 11 07 27 19.02

3.4

Specification does not describe the need to provide an air barrier test for the building however 01 30 00.00 22 Appendix A lists an Air Barrier Testing (line 22) as a requisite for BOD. Confirm if barrier test is the responsibility of the contractor.

An air barrier test is not required.

AD001, Removal Keynote 19 - Assuming this is referring to the security screens for the CIA. Confirm if these screens can be removed at will of the contractor. If not, provide limitations of removals during construction and any temporary measures needed to be added to meet physical security requirements until final condition is met and accepted.

Removals Keynotes 19, 20, and 26 all refer to the removal of metal mesh security screens at exterior windows.

[Note the in Removals Keynote 20, Option 5 applies to the removal of the exterior storm window only, removal of the metal screen is part of the base bid]. The timing of the removal of screens on the east side of the building and at windows 14N1A, 14N1B, 14N2A, 14N2B, 14N2C, and 14N2D needs to be coordinated with Shipyard Security and the Contracting Officer.

Minimum 3/4-inch plywood, secured from the interior, is required at each of these windows after the removal of the screens until final condition is met and accepted. A security detail is required whenever there is neither a screen or plywood covering the window.

72 5 32 31 13.53

3.2.7 Grounding - fence grounding will be direct to ground rods. Confirm if any testing will be required for this grounding.

Testing of grounding resistance is required. Total resistance of the fence to ground must not exceed 25 ohms.

73 5 32 31 13.53

3.2.7 Grounding - fence grounding will be direct to ground rods. Confirm if this grounding will be connected to the building grounding system.

Do not connect fence grounding electrode system to B14's grounding electrode system.

74 5 32 31 13.53

3.2.7 Grounding - fence grounding will be direct to ground rods. Confirm if grounding plates can be used if ledge is shallow.

Grounding plates made of copper-clad steel conforming to UL 96 are acceptable.

Room 110 appears very small. Confirm design coordination of room 110 has accounted for actual size of panels and equipment with the code required clearances and all other appurtenances and devices shown in other disciplines.

Design has accounted for typical sizes of panelboards, transformer, and other equipment in the room in order to meet the required NEC clearances.

76 7 14 24 23 2.1.2.a

Specification identifies flooring as vinyl sheet tile.

Sheet AE641 calls for carpet tile in the elevator.

Confirm which applies and the plans and specs have been coordinated for material types.

Provide carpet tile per the finish schedule on AE641. In Specification Section 14 24 23, paragraph 2.1.2.a, change "vinyl sheet tile" to "carpet tile, CPTT 4".

77 1 01 11 00 [.00 22]

1.2

Confirm if bid options will be exercised at award. If not, confirm the execution of bid options later than date of award will extend the base bid duration of 582 days.

"Please see the Price Proposal form General Bid Notes.

"a. Award will be made on the total sum of Contract Line Items (CLINs)

0001.

b. The Government reserves the unilateral right to award CLIN(s) 0003 through 0007 to the Contractor at the proposed price within 90 calendar days after the contract award. A firm fixed proposed price is required for CLIN(s) 0001, and 0003 through 0007. No provision is made for economic price adjustment. If Option(s) 2, 4, 5 and/or 6 are exercised, the contract completion date remains 582 calendar days after award of the contract. If Option 3 is exercised, 180 days will be added to the contract completion date."

If funding is available, option items may be awarded at time of contract award.

Bid form Option 5 - coordination and approval by security for temporary security measures...Please confirm what this work will include and provide details of acceptable temporary measures IAW physical security SY instructions.

See the response to PPI 71 above.

79 Question 79 will be answered under amendment 4.

80 2 12 00

01.00 20 1.3.1c

Specification allows for 6 months to purchase, deliver and install the product. As experienced at PNSY, this takes much more time to perform as lead times usually exceed this amount. Please consider consulting with

FF/E suppliers and adjust this duration.

The contractor needs to provide a schedule soon after construction kickoff indicating lead times of FF&E that may warrant awarding the option sooner.

81 Is this a DPAS rated project?

The DPAS priority rating for this project is DO-C2

Bid option 5 is for furnish and install of FFE. Where in the bid form should the contractor include the design of the FFE?

Design of the FF&E package is part of the base bid. Only the procurement is an Option

Should the contractor include escalation costs for FFE if the design is completed with a BVD/final FFE package (includes pricing) but the government does not award the furnish and install before pricing increases?

Per the price proposal form, “Offerors may propose a Handling and

Administration Rate (HAR) for the FF&E not to exceed 5%”. The only numbers offerors shall include in the

FF&E line item are the provided Government Estimate and the HAR percentage, HAR subtotal, and total of Government Estimate + HAR subtotal calculated off the percentage proposed. When awarded, FF&E will be based off the notes regarding Option 1 in the price proposal form, specifically “e. The Government is not obligated to award the Option line item(s). Should the Government choose to award Option 1, the line item will be awarded as a negotiated modification to the contract/task order.”

What is the difference between 05 40 00 and 09 22 00?

How do the documents make the distinction between the two specifications as it relates to the work and details?

Specification Section 05 40 00 covers all structural load-bearing cold-formed metal framing where Specification Section 09 22 00 covers all non-structural interior non-loadbearing cold-formed metal framing. In general, section 05 40 00 is related to the structural drawings and section 09

22 00 is related to the architectural drawings.

85 30 03 30 00 3.10.2

Concrete floor flatness appears to be consistent with the requirements of the flooring specifications (i.e. 09 65 00 para 3.2 - 3/16 in 10ft) Please confirm if floor flatness in Div 3 can be achieved using flooring manufactures recommended products in lieu of concrete finish surface.

Flooring manufacturer's recommended products may be used in spaces where concrete is not the final finish.

86 24 03 30 00 3.5.2 Please confirm treatment of vapor barrier at intermediate piers and any obstructions to under floor coverage. Please provide standard details.

The vapor barrier must completely sealed with tape to vertical abutments.

Elevator foundation details show waterproofing on walls and vapor barrier below slab. Confirm termination location for each system and how to lap the two systems to maintain waterproofing or retarding.

In Detail B5/SB501 replace the term

"15 MIL VAPOR RETARDER

(TYP)" with the term "WATERPROOFING (TYP)" below the slab and sump pit of the elevator pit. The waterproofing under the slab must be sealed to the wall waterproofing.

AE443 provides clear opening for elevator in one direction, can the same be provided in the other direction on AE221?

See structural drawings and Sheet AE442 for elevator shaft dimensions.

89 3 04 20 00 1.2, SD-02.a What is a cladding engineer and what are they responsible for engineering?

In Section 04 20 00, Paragraph 1.2, SD-02, a, change "engineer" to

"manufacturer".

90 9 04 20 00 2.2.3.c Please confirm whom is the AHJ and provide what design loads are by the AHJ.

"The reference to an AHJ can be removed.

In Section 04 20 00, Paragraph 2.2.3, c, 1, add "and" between "7-16," and "local", and delete "and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ)".

91 8 04 20 00 2.2.3.b.5 If the government is sizing the Z-girts, what is therefore to be designed?

"It is the contractor's responsibility to design the support (including the Z-girts) system in accordance with the referenced documents/standards.

Subparagraphs of paragraph 2.2.3, b, should only provide document/standard information the system is to conform to.

In Section 04 20 00, Paragraph 2.2.3, b, reword subparagraph 5 to read as follows "Z-Girts: Galvanized (G60), spacing and size as required by design.

Provide air space as indicated."

Masonry restoration and various other trades may need to access the building in close proximity to or across the CIA fence boundary. Will there be any special approval required or work restrictions for this? If so, how many days will it take NAVFAC to gain approval from physical security to cross or work closely to the

CIA boundary at grade or at height?

See Security Notes on Sheet G-005.

MEP drawings show devices mounted to stone cladding at building addition. Details do not show any typical penetrations. Please confirm if any special treatment of penetrations are required at new masonry.

Are there any restrictions to the space around penetrating elements?

Penetrations need to be weathertight and per the cladding manufacturer's standard details.

Sheet AE445 Railing Details B4 - Confirm if any vertical dimension is required for design to meet code compliance for NFPA. (1.5")

A minimum of 1-1/2 inches is required between the bottom of the handrail and the bracket per NFPA

101, Section 7.2.2.4.5.8

95 4 07 60 00 2.1.13 Please confirm location and coverage requirements for bird deterrent devices.

"The intent is to provide complete coverage on roof and parapets of the stair tower addition and along the perimeter of the canopy on the new connector. 6 Foot diameter bird spiders may be used.

On Sheet AE120 Add the following

Keynotes:

10 PROVIDE BIRD SPIDER

DETERRENTS TO PROVIDE

COMPLETE COVERAGE ON

ROOF.

11 PROVIDE BIRD SPIKE

DETERRENTS ALONG ENTIRETY

OF ROOF PARAPET.

12 PROVIDE BIRD SPIKE

DETERRENTS ALONG

PERIMETER OF CANOPY.

At Roof Plan on Sheet AE120: add Keynote 10 pointing to each roof area of the stair tower addition located to the south of the existing building; add Keynote 11 pointing to each parapet of the stair tower addition located to the south of the existing building; and add Keynote 12 pointing to the canopy on the west side of the connector between the stair tower and the existing building.

MP101 shows CU equipment at intersection of existing building and new addition. What measures will be there to protect this equipment from falling snow and ice?

No measures are required.

Has the chilled water system expansion design accounted for when the chillers are not operational and the system volume increases?

Yes, the expansion tanks are sized for the system volume expanding from its lowest operating temperatures up to 90 degrees.

98 4 07 84 00 1.7.2

Please confirm that International Firestop Council (IFC) and/or International Code Council (ICC) firestop inspector training/certification will be accepted, in lieu of UL and/or FM exams.

"The Firestopping Inspector must meet all of the following:

1. Be completely independent of, and divested from, the Firestopping

Installer, the manufacturer, and the supplier of any material or item being inspected, and

2. Not be a competitor of the

Firestopping Installer, the contractor, the manufacturer, or supplier of any material or item being inspected, and

3. Have a minimum of two years’ experience in construction field inspections of firestopping systems, products, and assemblies. Provide proof of experience.

In addition, the Firestopping Inspector must meet one of the following:

1. Passed the UL Firestop exam within the last three years, or

2. Passed the FM Firestop exam within the last three years, or

3. Passed the International Firestop Council (IFC) exam within the last three years, or

4. Completed the International Code

Council (ICC) Firestopping Credential of Learning Achievement within the last three years, or

5. Be a registered Professional

Engineer who has passed the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fire Protection Engineer exam. Submit documentation demonstrating experience in construction field inspections of firestopping systems, products, and assemblies for a minimum of 3 relevant projects.

Include a description of the project and date of construction completion.

Will the contractor be allowed to locate their job office inside the existing building 14?

Yes. The contractor will be able to utilize whatever space is available within the building and the laydown limits as indicated on sheet G-005.

100 AE625

On AE625 there is a General Note referencing window film on AE201. There is no window film shown on

AE201. Please provide updated drawing AE201 showing window film if required

"Window film locations are indicated by Keynote 5 on Sheet AE401 and

Keynote 3 on Sheet AE402.

On Sheet AE625, Window Types, in General Note 1, change "exterior elevations on Sheet AE201" to "Sheets AE401 and AE402".

Bid Item 6 Option No. 5: Historic Window Restoration. The scope is pretty well detailed on the drawings but they have not furnished a specification section. We have done a fair amount of window restoration on the base and this is something they typically supply

Specification Section 08 52 70, Wood Windows and Doors - Repair and Rehabilitation, see Enclosure (3).

Bid Item 1C talks about mold remediation but I can find nothing identifying mold remediation scope. RPF’s report says none was detected. What are we supposed to put a value to

Provide a cost for the remediation of mold on approximately 2,280 sf of surfaces (floor, walls, and underside of structure above) in Existing

Mechanical Room 107 and the northern half of Existing Open Office

105.

103 AE101

On AE101 there is a Borrowed Lite labeled BL-1 adjacent to door 119. The frame for door 119 is labeled 3 on AE601 door schedule. Frame 3 includes the sidelite shown but does not include the BL-1.

Please provide details and Specs for BL-1 between rms 119 and 121

BL-1 can be seen in elevation in A4/AE741. Provide a painted hollow metal frame as specified in Section 08 11 13, Steel Doors and Frames. Head, jamb, and sill details are similar to

C2/AE602.

104 Intentionally left blank.

105 AE101

On AE101, Keynote 8 refers to a transaction window located in Office 111. There is no specification for a new transaction window. Please provide a specification and sizing of the new transaction window. (Keynote 7 refers to a salvaged transaction unit in Office 113).

Specification Section 08 56 63, Detention and Security Windows, specifies the transaction window. Size is to match the existing (24"w x 36"H

106 AE621

AE621 states to Restore window frames as scheduled and specified. There are no Specific frame schedules, comments are remarks on AE621 or other plans. Will all window frames require restoration?

"Frame restoration work is scheduled and specified in the remaining

Window Repair and Restoration Class Notes. The phrase ""as scheduled and specified"" in Note E of the Class I Repair notes is unnecessary.

On Sheet AE621, Window Repair and Restoration Notes and Schedules, in

Class I Repair and Restoration Note E, delete "as scheduled and specified".

107 AE101

Wall type "1F" is called out on sheet AE101 at room #133 Elevator Machine. Wall type "1F" is not listed on sheet AE001 Wall Types. Please provide detail for wall type.

The wall callout "1F" is a typo; it should be "NF". Provide 3-5/8" metal studs and one layer 5/8" gypsum board at the location.

108 AE801

"Regarding the workstations:

What height panels are required?

Any glass tiles? Or all fabric tiles?

What are the electrical requirements?

What type of storage underneath the surfaces?

Any overhead storage?

Upon award, a conceptual FF&E package will be provided. Full design of the FF&E is required as part of the base bid with customer input.

109 AE801 What type of storage is required in the offices?

Upon award, a conceptual FF&E package will be provided. Full design of the FF&E is required as part of the base bid with customer input.

110 AE801 Can spec sheets for any/all furniture be provided?

Upon award, a conceptual FF&E package will be provided. Full design of the FF&E is required as part of the base bid with customer input.

111 AE104

On AE104, Windows 14S4A-F and Windows 14N4E- K are not labeled with note "10" designating new interior storm windows. All other windows are noted to receive storm windows. Do these 13 windows require note 10 and new interior storm windows?

No, these windows were provided with storm windows during a 2017 renovation of the fourth floor.

112 AE601

Doors #132, #232, #332, #408, #A01 per the Door Schedule (AE601) has a door schedule note "K" associated with them. Note "K" is not provided on sheet AE601. Please provide information for what Note

"K" is.

Note K indicates the door is in a smoke partition. On Sheet AE601, in the Door Schedule Notes, change "J" to "K".

Per the Critical Path Schedule requirements on page 14 of 71 we are to base our schedule on a contract award date of August 2024. The presolicitation notification on sam.gov indicated that anticipated award of this project is December of 2024. The difference in these anticipated award dates will have a major impact on the overall schedule and cost. Please confirm that the contractor is to anticipate an August 2024 award.

For the critical path schedule requirements, base schedule on an anticipated award date of August

2024.

Will the government please indicate if any special provisions need to be considered by the contractor when the separation between the credit union and the CIA space on the first floor is removed.

"Prior to the removal of the wall, building openings on the non-secure side of the CIA fence need to be made secure. This includes modifying the hardware of the door to Vestibule 124 so that the door is exit only and providing minimum 3/4-inch plywood, secured from the interior, over the opening to Vestibule 112. See General Construction Sequence notes on Sheet G-004. Also see security requirements at windows in response to PPI 71 above.

On Sheet G-004, Construction Sequence Strategy, in the General

Construction Sequence notes, Note 2, add sub-paragraph b as follows:

"Provide minimum 3/4" thick plywood secured from the interior at the exterior opening to Vestibule 112."

and sub-paragraph c as follows:

"Maintain security measures until final condition is completed and accepted."

Would NAVFAC consider extending the bid date two weeks to allow additional time to identify qualified and interested small business in the surrounding area. In addition, the extension would allow time to

The bid due date has been extended to May 30, 2024. See the response to PPI

#119.

review/respond to the anticipated amendment, which has not been issued yet.

Is the government able to provide a color of the existing granite veneer to be matched for the addition?

The color of the granite veneer will be selected from the veneer manufacturer's standard color line.

The intent is to match the general color of the existing building.

G-

003A CLIN options shown do not match items on bid form

The bid form description column identifies which CLIN option each item refers to and correlate to G-003A.

G-

003A

Note 3 under "General Masonry/Cleaning/Repair/Repointing Notes says a

Historic Masonry Consultant will be needed to determine the extents of the work required for masonry restoration. How does NAVFAC want the bidding contractors to quantify this during the bidding process to ensure accurate proposals?

Provide a cost for the services of a Historic Masonry Consultant to conduct an onsite, ground level evaluation and analysis of the existing building's masonry and mortar and to prepare a report detailing their findings, the extent…