24R1328 Note8-Issued.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING SYSTEMS COMMAND PACIFIC

258 MAKALAPA DR STE 100

PEARL HARBOR HI 96860-3134

RFP N62742-24-R-1328

Notice No. 8

20 Aug 2024

PRE-PROPOSAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

INDO-PACIFIC MULTIPLE AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR PROJECTS IN

THE NAVFAC PACIFIC AREA OF OPERATIONS

NOTE: The following questions and answers are provided for INFORMATION ONLY. The RFP remains unchanged unless it is amended in writing on a Standard Form 30.

70. SEED PROJECT: Part 4 / B20 Exterior Enclosure / B2010 Exterior Walls / 3. Exterior Wall Backup Construction / Page 4 of 21, Exterior Wall Backup Construction

Part 4 B2010 Exterior Walls paragraph 3 indicates that an exterior wall backup construction is needed for the exterior walls, which we interpret as 2-wythe wall construction is required to meet Part 4.

Our understanding is that above-grade walls do not require insulation in hot-humid locations;

hence, a cavity wall is unnecessary.

Since the project is in a hot-humid environment, please confirm that a 2-wythe concrete masonry unit wall is not needed, and a single solid grouted reinforced concrete masonry unit with a continuous air barrier system should suffice.

This facility required ABA/ ADA Compliant

ANTI-TERRORISM_ What is the required Level protection?

ANSWER: Designer of Record (DOR) is responsible for final design complying with the requirements of RFP Part 3, B20 and RFP Part 4, B2010.

Follow the requirements of the UFC 1-201-01 for anti-terrorism level of protection.

71. SEED PROJECT: Part 4 / B30 Roofing / B3010 Roof Coverings/ g / Page 6 of 21

Please confirm that the building is to be classified as Risk Category II for the Structural Design to withstand wind and seismic loads.

ANSWER: Confirmed, building is to be classified as Risk Category II. However, in case of conflict with the National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP) with regards to the design to withstand wind and seismic loads, the more stringent requirement(s) must be followed.

72. SEED PROJECT: Part 3 / 4.2 Building Requirements / No. 17 / Page 5 of 16, Building Requirements

This section requires for a drainage plan to be designed and constructed to accommodate a 10-year storm.

We need to determine what is the total rainfall over 24 hours for a 10-year storm rainfall event in Isabela, Philippines?

ANSWER: Refer to data provided in RFP Part 6, Figure 11 (Operational Climatic Data

Summary).

73. SEED PROJECT: Part 4 / B30 Roofing / B3010 Roof Coverings/ g / Page 6 of 21 We request further clarification regarding the design wind speed. Section B3010.g of the RFP specified a 112mph design wind speed for the roof. Response 48 in Notice No. 4 specified 151mph based on Clark AFB, which lies about 160 miles to the southwest of the project site. The National Structural Code of the Philippines, 7th Edition, printed in 2015, specifies 187mph for the project site (note that the Risk Category is assumed to be III/IV/V which, for the NSCP is equivalent to Risk Category II per ASCE 7-16).

In light of the higher design wind speed required by the NSCP, we ask for confirmation that the lower design wind speed of 151mph per Notice No. 4 is to be used.

Please refer to the attached Annex A

ANSWER: The more stringent requirement must be followed.

74. SEED PROJECT: Part 3 / D20 Plumbing / D2010 Plumbing Fixtures / D201003 Lavatories / Page 13 of 16, Plumbing; Hot Water Service

References:

• RFPN6274224R1328+IMACC (1)

• UFC 1-201-01 Non-Permanent DOD Facilities in Support of Military Operations

The RFP stipulates a cold-water service only. UFC 1-201-01 provides guidance for hot water service.

• Does this RFP require hot water service?

• Are there specific service requirements or application if hot water service is required?

ANSWER: Comply with the RFP requirement(s).

75. SEED PROJECT: Part / 4. Project Requirements / 4.3 Latrines / Page 5 of 16 Latrines

References:

• RFPN6274224R1328+IMACC (1)

• UFC 1-201-01 Non-Permanent DOD Facilities in Support of Military Operations

The referenced drawings do not show location(s) of the latrines or the number of latrines required. Please provide details to establish design assumptions.

ANSWER: Refer to RFP Part 6, Figure 8 (Conceptual Floor Plans) for locations of latrines.

DOR shall determine the number of latrines required for 100 building occupants.

76. SEED PROJECT Mechanical / Electrical Room

• RFPN6274224R1328+IMACC (1)

• UFC 1-201-01 Non-Permanent DOD Facilities in Support of Military Operations

The RFP has not indicated a separate mechanical / electrical space for a pump system or any other mechanical and electrical system that may be required to support the facility.

• Please clarify if there will be an additional area provided for a pump system or any other mechanical or electrical system needed to fulfill the RFP requirements.

ANSWER: Refer to RFP Part 6, Figure 8 (Conceptual Floor Plan) for locations of Electrical and Broom Rms. Broom Rm can be renamed as Mechanical Rm. DOR shall be responsible for the final floor plan.

77. SEED PROJECT Ventilation requirement

• ASHRAE 55-2013

The RFP does not specifically call for any specific ventilation strategy to conform to ASHRAE or IMC standards.

• Do we employ ASHRAE 55-2013 as part of this RFP?

ANSWER: ASHRAE standards are applicable for this project; refer to RFP Part 4, section D30.

78. SEED PROJECT: Part 3 / G30 Site Civil / Mechanical Utilities / G3010 Water Supply / Page 15 of 16 - Cistern / Storage Tank

Please provide site location for Cistern / Storage Tank in order to properly calculate static head, friction loss, piping, etc.

Please refer to the attached Annex B.

ANSWER: See RFP Part 6, Figure 3.

79. 24R1328_Note2.pdf, pg2, PPQ #4 24R1328_Note3.pdf, pg2, PPQ #28 RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, pg160, Part 2, para. 8.1.c

FC 1-300-09N 17 May 2024, pg27, Registration, para. 2-5 FC 1-300-09N 17 May 2024, pg62, Bldg. Code, para. 7-6.2 FC 1-300-09N 17 May 2024, pg63, Life Safety Code, para. 7.6.3 FC 1-300-09N 17 May 2024, pg170, Code Compliance, para. 17-14.4

Clarification of PPQ #4 & #28 Responses.

PPQ #28 Question: "Is it mandatory to have licensed architects and engineers to be licensed in any of the 50 States in the US?"

PPQ #28 Response: "See response to no. 4."

PPQ #4 Response: "Document 00 73 00, Professional Registration for Designer-of-Record states “Professional Registration shall be recognized by the country where work will occur.”

The response to PPQ #4 seems to indicate that US Registered Architects and/or Professional Engineers are NOT required for this project.

However, RFP Part 2, Chapter 8.1.c Code Compliance Certification would seem to disagree.

Furthermore, FC-1-300-09N Chapter 2-5 Registration specifically requires US Registered

Architects and Professional Engineers. Chapter 2-5 Registration indicates "Develop foreign project documents under the direction of a Registered Architect or a Professional Engineer currently licensed by a United States state, commonwealth, or territory, the District of Columbia, or as permitted otherwise by the contract." FC 1-300-09N has several other requirements pertaining specifically to US Registered Architects or Professional Engineers. By eliminating the US Registered Architects or Professional Engineers requirement NAVFAC is essentially expecting the Host Nation Design Professionals to have the knowledge and expertise of the UFC and US Building Codes. See the following FC 1-300-09N Chapters in which knowledge of the UFC and US Building code would be needed, 7-6.2 Building Code Summary, 7-6.3 Life Safety Code Summary, 17-14.4 Code Compliance Certification.

Is it the intention of NAVFAC to override FC 1-300-09N and to NOT require US Registered Architects or Professional Engineers?

ANSWER: US Registered Architects/Engineers or Professional Registration of

Architects/Engineers recognized by the country where work will occur, is required.

80. 24R1328_Note2.pdf, pg2, PPQ #4 24R1328_Note3.pdf, pg2, PPQ #28

What qualifications are required by NAVFAC for Non-US Registered Architects and Professional Engineers?

ANSWER: See answer to question no. 79

81. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, pg198, Part 3 - Design Requirements - Please confirm the following:

a. The Pre-Final Design Submittal will be the last Design Review by NAVFAC and the last

Design Review Meeting.

b. The Final Design Submittal is simply the corrections to the Pre-Final along with Seals and Signatures.

ANSWER: (a & b) NAVFAC /gov’t representatives will review Final Design Submittal for completeness (including seals and signatures) and to ensure all previous comments have been properly addressed. Final Design Submittal review meeting will be required only if NAVFAC /gov’t representatives found that the submittal is still unacceptable and needing further corrections.

82. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, pg191, Part 3, Project Requirements, para. 1 This facility will include lighting system, air-conditioning units, ceiling fans, overhead audio/visual connections and accessories, electrical/LAN line/phone wall outlets, windows, doors, fire safety features, latrines, septic system, connection to shore power source with exterior electrical connection station and transfer switches, connection to existing water distribution system to support the facility, perimeter fence, and perimeter security lighting.

The SOW does not seem to include any "shore power". Please clarify this what is expected for connection to shore power source.

ANSWER: The facility is expected to be complete and fully useable at the completion of this contract. Connection from the facility to the shore power is included in the scope of work.

83. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, pgs201-202, Part 3, Chapter 6 - C1030 & C30 - RFP Part 3 - Chapter 6 has conflicting information in regard to the wall tile installation height.

C1030 indicates Toilet partitions shall have wall tiles from floor to 1.80 meters in height. C30 indicates Walls at latrines and toilets including compartments shall have floor to ceiling ceramic tiles. Please clarify the conflict.

ANSWER: Confirming that the ceramic wall tiles (40 cm. x 40 cm.) will be floor to ceiling in accordance with C3010. See Amendment No. 0005.

84. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, pg202, Part 3, Chapter 6 - C3020 - RFP Part 3 - Chapter 6 - C3020 calls out several bases for flooring, however does not specify a base for concrete flooring. Please confirm no base is required for areas with concrete flooring.

ANSWER: Designer of Record shall determine the appropriate base for the concrete flooring.

85. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, pg211, Part 4 - Chapter2 - B1010 indicates that the apron shall be supported by cantilevering the slab from the interior building slab or other suspended means of structural support. This is an unusual and more costly approach. Would a slab on grade apron be acceptable in lieu of a cantilevered slab or other suspended slab?

ANSWER: Comply with the requirement stated in the RFP document.

86. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf - Please confirm that virtual Design Review Meetings will be acceptable.

ANSWER: Confirmed

87. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf

Pg235, Part 6 - Figure 3 Pg241, Part 6 - Figure 9 Pg199, Part 3 - Chapter 6 A10 Pg209, Part 4 - Chapter 2 A10

The site walk and Google Earth's elevation profile both confirm that the East West Cross Section from the center of the existing road to the East side of the proposed Facility Site has a significant elevation change.

The Center of the Existing Road has an elevation of 234ft. The existing grade at the proposed West Side of the Facility has an elevation of 231ft. The existing grade at the East Side of the Facility has an elevation of 229ft. The existing grade at the East side of the fence has an elevation of 228ft.

Part 6 Attachments - Figure 9 Conceptual Elevation Plans, shows the proposed facility with a slab on grade. Part 3, Chapter 6, A10 Foundation indicates "As determined by the Designer of Record, provide soil supported concrete slab on ground." Part 4, Chapter 2, A10 Foundation indicates "As determined by the Designer of Record, provide soil supported concrete slab on ground."

Please confirm the contractor is NOT expected to install any type of deep foundation to support the C2 Facility.

ANSWER: The Designer of Record shall determine whether deep foundation to support the C2

Facility is required or not.

88. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf

Pg235, Part 6 - Figure 3 Pg241, Part 6 - Figure 9 Pg199, Part 3 - Chapter 6 A10 Pg209, Part 4 - Chapter 2 A10

The site walk and Google Earth's elevation profile both confirm that the East West Cross Section from the center of the existing road to the East side of the proposed Facility Site has a significant elevation change.

The Center of the Existing Road has an elevation of 234ft. The existing grade at the proposed West Side of the Facility has an elevation of 231ft. The existing grade at the East Side of the Facility has an elevation of 229ft. The existing grade at the East side of the fence has an elevation of 228ft.

Part 6 Attachments - Figure 9 Conceptual Elevation Plans, shows the proposed facility with a slab on grade. Part 3, Chapter 6, A10 Foundation indicates "As determined by the Designer of Record, provide soil supported concrete slab on ground." Part 4, Chapter 2, A10 Foundation indicates "As determined by the Designer of Record, provide soil supported concrete slab on ground."

A significant amount of fill will be required for a slab on grade foundation. We have estimated 2,475 to 2,525 cubic meters of fill will be needed to prepare a pad for the slab on grade foundation. Note this estimation is based on the top of slab being 0.15m above existing grade of the road elevation. See the sketch to the right, showing the existing sloped site and fill material needed for slab on grade foundation.

Please confirm it is NAVFAC's expectation that the contractor to provide the necessary fill (approximately 2,525 cubic meters) for a slab on grade foundation.

ANSWER: Contractor (and their design team) to determine finish floor elevation and required site drainage design.

89. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page2 of 16, Part 3, para. 3 - Section 3 Site Analysis - Are current flood maps available?

ANSWER: No.

90. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page2 of 16, Part 3, para. 3 - Section 3 Site Analysis - Are there any know hazmat conditions, or fuel contamination on the project site, or adjacent to the project site?

ANSWER: No

91. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page3 of 16, Part 3, para. 3 - Section 3 Site Analysis - Are previous uses of this site known?

ANSWER: No

92. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page3 of 16, Part 3, para. 3.2 - Section 3.2 Site Development - Where is the nearest existing fire hydrant?

ANSWER: No fire hydrant in the area.

93. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page3 of 16, Part 3, para. 3.2 - Section 3.2 Site Development - Shall gravel walking paths to roads, or adjacent buildings be provided?

ANSWER: See RFP, Part 3, 1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION, 2nd paragraph.

94. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page3 of 16, Part 3, para. 3.2 - Section 3.2 Site Development - Please advise on site signage requirements.

ANSWER: No site signage requirements.

95. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page3 of 16, Part 3, para. 3.2 - Section 3.2 Site Development - Please advise whether bollards will be required. If so, please identify locations and quantities.

ANSWER: Bollards are not required.

96. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.4 - Section 4.4 Elevated Water Tank - Is the available water quality potable? Does it meet UFC standards?

ANSWER: Available water is non-potable. The Base will be responsible for the water quality requirements.

97. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page18 of 21, Part 4, Section G - G30 1.9 Water Storage Tank - Is the water which will be stored in the water tank intended solely for domestic use?

ANSWER: The water provided for the facility is used to support the latrines.

98. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.6 - Section 4.6 Gravel Parking Area indicates gravel parking area. Please confirm the parking requirements (cars, vans, shuttle bus, etc.) as compare to the expected occupant load (100 people).

ANSWER: Provide gravel area as stated in RFP Part 3, Para 4.6. Confirmed; the parking requirements is intended for cars, vans, shuttle bus, etc.

99. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.6 - Section 4.6 Gravel Parking Area indicates gravel parking area. Due to the rainy season, shall stormwater drainage be provided at parking area(s) and at approach road?

ANSWER: See answer to question no. 88.

100. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.6 - Section 4.6 Gravel Parking Area indicates gravel parking area. Due to the rainy season, shall the parking area be gravel-paved, or asphaltic concrete (AC)?

ANSWER: Designer of Record shall determine the appropriate materials to use for the parking area. 150mm thick compacted gravel is just the minimum required.

101. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.6 - Section 4.6 Gravel Parking Area - How shall the leaching area be separated/protected from the parking area? Shall we provide for berms, railings, or fencing?

ANSWER: Designer of Record is responsible for the final design.

102. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.7 - Section 4.7 Gravel Access Road indicates the construction of a 3m wide gravel road. Due to the rainy season, shall this road be paved instead of gravel?

ANSWER: Paved road, in lieu of gravel access road is acceptable.

103. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page6 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.7 - Section 4.7 Gravel Access Road indicates the construction of a 3m wide gravel road. Due to the weight of trucks delivering water, supplies, and meals, shall this road be paved?

ANSWER: Paved road, in lieu of gravel access road is acceptable.

104. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page20 of 21, Part 4, G40 - G402001 #3 - Designates "landscape designer", however the list of Drawings, at Part 2. page 13 of 43, Minimum Drawing Requirements, Landscaping drawing are not listed. Please clarify if a Landscape Designer is required on this project. If s, is there a list of preferred plant species?

ANSWER: Confirmed, landscape designer is required. No preferred plant species – landscape designer, in coordination with CMDC POC, to decide on plant species.

105. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. For high wind and impact protection of wall openings. What type of storm protection is required (i.e. Shutters, roll down gates, etc.

ANSWER: Designer of Record to determine appropriate wall opening impact protection system.

106. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Is there a minimum, or maximum roof overhang requirement?

ANSWER: See Amendment No. 0007, which revises RFP Part 3, 4.2 Building Requirements, 16 to state “16. Provide a 1.0m wide concrete walkway around the building with a 1.5m (minimum) roof overhang”.

107. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Please define the sizes of concrete pads at each entrance door.

ANSWER: Designer of Record to determine the size.

108. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Please advise if there is a design requirement to provide for break area including, but not limited to; upper and lower cabinets, countertops, microwave, coffee, water dispenser, etc.

ANSWER: No break area requirements.

109. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Is there a requirement, for setting the exterior wall assembly (stucco and CMU) wall assembly on a continuous concrete curb integral to the foundation?

ANSWER: Refer to RFP Part 4, B20 for requirements.

110. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page12 of 21, Part 4, D30 heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems 3. Equipment Support Stipulate that units shall be elevated 2 meters, or more. This will require an extended deck for access, maintenance clearances, and a stair. Please clarify.

ANSWER: Designer of Record is responsible for the final design.

111. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page9 of 23, Part 6, Figure 8 - At Figure 8 Conceptual Floor Plans - Can the Mechanical Room be collocated within the Broom Closet?

ANSWER: Yes.

112. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Will a boiler be required?

ANSWER: Designer of Record to determine if boiler is required.

113. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Is a drinking fountain/bottle filler station(s) required, either internal, or external?

ANSWER: Not required.

114. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page5 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. 13. Will communications be US Deployed Satcom?

ANSWER: Unknown.

115. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf

Page1 of 16, Part 3, Section 1 and page 15 of 21, Part 4 - D5010 - Part 3, Section 1. Project Description and Part 4, D5010 Electrical Service and Distribution, Number 3. Manual Transfer Switch identify a Government Emergency generator. Please clarify the location, size, support (slab on grade, elevated slab, etc.), and fueling constraints.

ANSWER: Location, size, and foundation support to be determined by Designer of Record. No fueling constraints.

116. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page21 of 21, Part 4, G4020 - G402002 Special Security Lighting System. Is the intent that the light fixtures be surface mounted the building, or on poles?

ANSWER: Refer to RFP Part 3 para. 4.2 Building Requirements.

117. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page21 of 21, Part 4, G4020 - G402002 Special Security Lighting System. Please advise on the required illumination level, in lumens, at specific distances.

ANSWER: Designer of Record to determine.

118. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 23, Part 6, Figure 8 - Figure 3 Site Plan.

Where is the existing electric service?

ANSWER: They are located on existing power poles adjacent to the proposed facility location.

Refer to RFP Part 4. Para. 4.1.

119. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page9 of 23, Part 6, Figure 8 - At Figure 8 Conceptual Floor Plans. There appears to be deviation from UFC standards in collocating the communications/server/and mechanical at one room. Please clarify.

ANSWER: Use RPF, Part 6 Figure 8 Conceptual Floor Plan

120. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page4 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements. Is there a requirement to provide hose bibs? If so, please define the locations.

ANSWER: Hose bibs not required.

121. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page5 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2, #23 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements, Number 23. Is water treatment required?

ANSWER: See answer to question no. 96.

122. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page5 of 16, Part 3, para. 4.2, #23 - Section 4.2 Building Requirements, Number 23. This identifies that water from the existing water well at the adjacent ERC compound will service the latrines. In the conceptual floor plan, Figure 8, we do not see any other room with a water demand and due to the size of the building a sprinkler system is not required. Please clarify the intent of the water tank.

ANSWER: See answer to question no. 97.

123. RFPN6274224R1328_IMACC.pdf, page3 of 254, Section 00 22 00, Factor 3 - Following the site visit to Camp Melchor Dela Cruz, it is apparent that the location of work for the seed project is not remote, with available housing, food/subsistence, construction materials, equipment, manpower, and workforce infrastructure all located within 20 minutes or less of the site. Given this fact, much of the requirements to be submitted by offerors in Factor 3, to include all logistical challenges and management of a remote site, are not material. We request that the Government revise this factor to remove the language that the site is considered to be “remote” along with all applicable requirements related to the remoteness of the site.

ANSWER: RFP remains unchanged.

124. Can we connect water from existing overhead water tank directly to the new building, which can be distributed by gravity flow or do we need to construct new overhead tank near to the new building?

ANSWER: No, connecting water from existing water tank directly to the new building is not acceptable. As stated in the RFP Parts 3 & 6, construction of new overhead tank near the new building is required.

125. Document 00 22 00 paragraph 2.2 (a) (1) and sub-paragraphs:

Will the government please consider expanding the recency criterion for this requirement to “within the past 15 years”? Because of the wide geographic coverage, including only “countries outside of the United States” (which excludes a number of locations that are outside of the United States), and very specific project experience types, all combined with the relative small number of contracting opportunities that meet these parameters in the last 7 years, the Government will see increased competition by allowing many highly qualified firms with ample relevant experience to submit project experience completed in the past 15 years.

ANSWER: See Amendment No. 0001, which revised the 7 years to 10 years.

126. Document 00 21 16 paragraph 1.2 (a) (1): Due to the logistical and potential timing considerations inherent to delivering parcels to Hawaii, will the Government please consider allowing initial submittal of proposals via DOD SAFE to be followed by delivery of hard copies with CDs 5 or 10 business days of the electronic submission, according to the same or similar instructions used with other RFPs?

Example: PRICE AND TECHNICAL PROPOSALS (PAPER): Paper copies of the proposals shall be submitted in accordance with Paragraph 1.1, Number of Copies/Time of Receipt, within five (5) (or ten (10)) business days of the electronic proposal submission. The offeror is responsible for ensuring that the electronic proposal and the paper copies are identical. Should there be a discrepancy between the electronic proposal and the paper proposal, the electronic proposal shall govern.

127. Part 3, Section 3.1, Existing Site Conditions states "Haul Route to the site includes passing by a bridge with maximum capacity of 10 tons only.

Is the only allowable haul route to the project site over the bridge with the 10 ton limit or is there another route to the project site?

ANSWER: Only route to project site is over existing bridge with 10 ton maximum capacity.

128. Part 3, Section 4.9 of the RFP (page 8 of 16) indicates to provide a carved black granite plaque as per photo in Part 6. Please provide the photo of the plaque as it was not included in Part 6.

ANSWER: Amendment No. 0007 adds FIGURE 12: Example Project Plaque.

129. Part 3, Section 4.2.2 of the RFP indicates that the building’s finished floor shall be higher than the elevation of the ground around the building by about 30 cm. Since the location of the building is in a depressed area that is considerably lower than the existing adjacent road, please confirm that the new building is to be 30 cm higher than the ground within the new perimeter fence around the existing elevation, and not raised to be 30 cm higher than the existing gravel road. This will result in the new access road having a considerable slope when entering and exiting the new parking lot.

ANSWER: See response to question no. 88.

130. Part 3, Section 4.2.1 indicates that the Fusion Center shall be a reinforced concrete single-story building, while Chapter 6, Section B2010 indicates that the exterior wall systems shall be solid reinforced concrete masonry. Please clarify if the new structure is to be reinforced concrete or may be reinforced concrete masonry.

ANSWER: Solid reinforced concrete masonry exterior wall system is the minimum requirement.

131. Part 3, Section B2010 indicates the exterior walls of the structure to be painted on the interior and exterior, while Part 4, Section B2010 lists a Stucco finish for the exterior walls.

Please confirm that Part 3 takes precedence and that the exterior walls are only to be painted.

ANSWER: Part 3 takes precedence.

132. Part 3, Section 4.8 refers to an Order of Precedence paragraph in Part 1, however, the paragraph was not included in Part 1. Please provide the Order of Precedence regarding conflicts within the RFP.

ANSWER: See revisions to Part 1, Document 00 73 00, of Amendment No. 0006.

133. At the site visit, the approximate location of the Fusion Center perimeter was demarcated by a rope that wrapped around the trees in the area. The existing grade just outside the perimeter appeared to slope down considerably on the left and back sides. Please clarify if the location of the Fusion Center may be shifted to avoid these sloping areas and the need for retaining walls.

ANSWER: The area marked by the rope was to indicate the proposed building orientation and general facility layout. The rope was not dimensioned or to scale. See also answer to question no. 88

134. In order to properly evaluate the conditions after the site visit and to facilitate more accurate pricing for the Government, please advise if the proposal deadline may be extended by at least three weeks.

ANSWER: See Amendment 0006.

135. Because no preliminary geotechnical information is available for the site, please advise if the as-built drawings for the neighboring buildings may be provided as it may offer some insight to the existing soil conditions. Please also advise if an assumed bearing pressure may be provided for bidding purposes.

ANSWER: No as-built drawings available.

136. General – Is a contractor allowed to bid as a Prime on one bid and a Teaming Partner on a different bid?

ANSWER: The Prime contractor determines what's best for its teaming arrangement and what will meet the requirements of the RFP.

137. General – Is a contractor allowed to bid as a Teaming Partner on multiple bids?

ANSWER: Contractors determine what's best and meets the requirements of the RFP.

138. Existing Conditions, Part 3, Page 3 of 16

In accordance with Part 3 of the RFP, the haul route to the site involves passing over a bridge with a maximum capacity of 10 tons. Would the government be open to considering improvements to the current access concrete bridge as part of the scope of work? The 10-ton loading capacity does not seem practical for transporting materials such as ready-mix concrete, fabricated steel framing materials, cement, and aggregates, even when using delivery trucks with an approximate weight of up to 6 tons. Please advise.

ANSWER: The Contractor will be responsible for the required logistics to successfully complete the contract. Funding for bridge improvements are not included in the current Government cost estimate.

139. Existing Conditions of Water Tank

During the site visit, we observed a deep swale on the left side of the property, specifically in the area designated for the water tank. Please confirm whether a reinforced concrete retaining wall is required in this area to support the backfilling and foundation of the new water tank?

ANSWER: See response to question no. 88.

140. Part 3 and Part 4, In sections 3 and 4 of the RFP, it is stated that before backfilling work can begin, a minimum of

1.5 meters from the existing grade must be cleared and grubbed, and an adequate concrete foundation for the new building must be provided. Without a Geo Soil Report and Recommendation during the bid, it is not feasible to determine the required foundation. For example, if the subgrade is too soft or weak to support the new building's loads, pile support for the concrete foundation will be necessary. Can the Government make an assumption for bidding purposes that all bidders can use as a basis for their estimate, to ensure everyone is on the same page? Otherwise, the scope of work for the building foundation presents significant risks for both the Government and the contractor.

ANSWER: See RFP Part 3, 3.2 SITE DEVELOPMENT.

141. Part 3 – Page 9 of 16 B201003, Insulation and Vapor Retarder

Provide a continuous air barrier to control air leakage into and out of conditional spaces. The air barrier must encompass all elements of the facility that are exposed to outside environment or outside environmental conditions such as roofs, walls, floors and compartmentalized unconditioned portions of the facility such as garages, and negatively pressurized spaces.

Permanently seal penetrations through the air barrier, joints in the air barrier, adjoining construction, transitions to different air barriers materials.

The current building roofing requirements involve preformed metal roofing with steel framing support on top of wall and roof beams, and a spandrel system for the roof eaves with a tongue and groove joint. However, this setup allows outside air to enter the joints of the spandrel roof eave ceiling and the gaps between the metal roofing and the top of the wall/roof beams. This makes it difficult to meet the requirements outlined in the statement of work (SOW). Will the government consider the application of joint sealant using approved materials and/or spray foam insulation with an R-19 value as an alternative to unfaced batt insulation. Please advise.

Additionally, please confirm the following regarding the building air barrier:

Does the exterior walls require an air barrier prior to application of finish paint. Please confirm.

Does the underside of preformed metal roofing require to apply air barrier prior to installation of roof insulation? Please confirm.

Do building barrier systems require testing by a licensed third party? Please confirm.

ANSWER: RFP remains unchanged. Designer of Record to design and determine the minimum air barrier installation and performance requirements based on the local environments and building construction system.

142. The current four-week timeline from the site visit to the deadline is insufficient for local contractors and suppliers within the local region of the host nation to effectively participate. We request the government to consider extending the deadline by four weeks from the original submission date. This extension would allow prime contractors to maximize the involvement of local contractors and suppliers in the region in the bidding process and ensure that their proposals include quality and materials of equivalent standards pertaining both U.S. and host nation's requirements.

ANSWER: See Amendment 0006.

143. NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment

After completing the Basic NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment and that the host nation subcontractor does not meet minimum requirements, will there be a need for the subcontractor to meet the minimum requirements during the project duration of the seed project or any task order that may result from this contract in the next eight years. Please advise.

ANSWER: See Document 00 70 00, 1.141 DFARS 252.204-7020, NIST SP 800-171 DOD

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS (NOV 2023), paragraph (g) Subcontracts.

144. SAM.Gov Registration

Are subcontractors from the host nation required to be registered on SAM and have a UEI and CAGE Code, especially those who have projects being utilized as relevant past performance.

Please advise.

ANSWER: See the RFP Document 00 21 16, 1.8 FAR 52.204-7, SYSTEM FOR AWARD

MANAGEMENT for registration requirements on SAM.gov.

145. FAR 52.204-16, COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTING

(AUG 2020)

(b) the Offeror shall provide its CAGE code with its offer with its name and location address or otherwise include it prominently in its proposal. The CAGE code must be for that name and location address. Insert the word “CAGE” before the number. The CAGE code is required prior to award.

(f) Do not delay submission of the offer pending receipt of a CAGE code.

According to the following sections of FAR 52.204-16, can an Offeror submit a proposal with a pending CAGE or NCAGE code, since the CAGE/NCAGE code will more likely be assigned prior to award and can be verified via SAM.gov?

ANSWER: As indicated in the RFP Document 00 21 16, 1.9 FAR 52.204-16, COMMERCIAL

AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTING, subparagraph (b), “The CAGE code is required prior to award.” And, subparagraph (f) indicates, “Do not delay submission of the offer pending receipt of a CAGE code.”

146. Site Visit Photos

Requesting for approved photos of the water tank, electrical pole, and laydown area due to limitations on taking photos during the site visit. These components are critical to the project's scope of work and understanding their existing conditions will allow us to share the information with our local subcontractors who couldn't attend the site visit.

ANSWER: The PPSV was held to provide the prime contractor and subcontractor an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the jobsite conditions. Taking photos of the water tank and existing electrical poles were no prohibited. Taking photos of adjacent facilities were prohibited.

147. DFARS 252.204-7019, NOTICE OF NIST SP 800-171 DOD ASSESSMENT

REQUIREMENTS (NOV2023). Please confirm if subcontractors located in host nations, outside the United States, will be required to maintain basic assessments via SPRS.

ANSWER: See RFP Document 00 70 00, 1.141 DFARS 252.204-7020, NIST SP 800-171

DOD ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS, paragraph (g) Subcontracts.

148. Document 00 70 00, Section 1.20 FAR 52.204-21, BASIC SAFEGUARDING OF COVERED CONTRACTOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS (NOV 2021). According to (c) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts under this contract (including subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial products or commercial services, other than commercially available off-the-shelf items), in which the subcontractor may have Federal contract information residing in or transiting through its information system. Please verify if all construction contract drawings and specifications under this MACC will be considered FCI? If so, will subcontractors from the host nation, outside of the United States, be required to comply with safeguarding requirements under this FAR clause. If required, this will be challenging for local subcontractors to meet. Please confirm if this will be applicable to the seed project and task orders under this MACC contract.

ANSWER: “Non-federal systems that store, process, or transmit FCI that does not also qualify as CUI must follow, at a minimum, the basic safeguarding requirements outlined in FAR clause 52.204-21.” CaseyD, (2020, June 19) FCI and CUI, what is the difference? National Archives CUI Program Blog.

149. FAR 52.223-9, ESTIMATE OF PERCENTAGE OF RECOVERED MATERIAL

CONTENT FOR EPA DESIGNATED ITEMS. Please confirm if the seed project and task orders completed outside of the United States will still need to report estimated percentage of recovered material content per EPA-designated items to the contracting officers.

Please confirm if there is an estimated goal for recovered material content on the seed project.

ANSWER: FAR 52.223-9 is not applicable to this contract and is removed in Amendment No.

0007.

150. FAR 52.236-1, PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (APR 1984). The Contractor shall perform on the site, and with its own organization, work equivalent to at least twenty (20) percent of the total amount of work to be performed under the contract. This percentage may be reduced by a supplemental agreement to this contract if, during performing the work, the contractor requests a reduction and the Contracting Officer determines that the reduction would be to the advantage of the Government.

To ensure the completion of each task order, we recommend increasing the minimum total amount of work to be completed by the contractor to forty percent (40%).

151. FAR 52.228-5, INSURANCE--WORK ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION and DOCUMENT 00 73 00 4.5 Required Insurance. According to Document 00 73 00 4.5, the required insurance coverage are as follows:

Comprehensive General Liability: $500,000 per occurrence Automobile Liability: $200,000 per person, $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury; $20,000 per occurrence for property damage Workmen’s Compensation: As required by Federal and State Worker’s compensation and occupational disease laws Employer’s Liability Coverage: $l00,000 except in states where worker’s compensation may not be written by private carriers Others as required by state law.

According to FAR 52.228-5, (c) The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts under this contract that require work on a Government installation and shall require subcontractors to provide and maintain the insurance required in the Schedule or elsewhere in the contract. The Contractor shall maintain a copy of all subcontractors’ proofs of required insurance, and shall make copies available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

This requirement may be challenging to meet by the subcontractors within various host nations since insurance market in each country varies. Subcontractors in developed countries such as Australia may be able to meet this requirement, but will be difficult for subcontractors in other Indo-Pacific Region, such as Philippines, Thailand, etc. Please reconsider this requirement for local subcontractors in less developed countries included in this MACC contract.

Will the government consider alternatives to the insurance requirement above. If yes, please confirm approved alternative methods.

ANSWER: Document 00 73 00, 4.5 REQUIRED INSURANCE, will be included in applicable task orders. See Amendment No. 0007.

152. FAR 52.228-3, WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE (DEFENSE BASE ACT).

Please confirm if this FAR clause is applicable to local subcontractors located in host nation countries under this MACC.

ANSWER: Refer to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Defense Base Act website.

153. Part 3, Section 2.1 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS: According to Item O, all applicable codes and standards required by the Host Nation. Please confirm if there are specific standards required or environmental regulations by Philippines in Camp Melchor. Are there any specific standards or environmental regulations that need to be met when building inside a military installation in the Philippines?

ANSWER: Designer of Record to determine the more stringent code or standard to comply with, as well as the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) regulatory requirements.

154. Part 3, Section 2.1 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS: The contractor shall provide integrated sustainable design strategies and features to minimize the energy consumption of the facilities, conserve resources, minimize adverse effects to the environment, and improve occupant productivity, health, and comfort. The materials and systems used in the project shall have sustainable characteristics and minimize energy consumption.

Are there specific sustainable requirements for government or military installations in the Philippines? Can the Offeror receive a higher rating for presenting more sustainable features and efforts in the Technical Approach?

ANSWER: No specific AFP sustainable metrics to adhere to.

155. Part 3 D40 FIRE PROTECTION (Part 3 - Page 14 of 16)

According to D40 Fire Protection, comply with all applicable requirements of UFC 1-201-01, Non-Permanent DoD Facilities in Support of Military Operations for fire alarm, detection, and notification. In comparison, the Philippines local codes require facilities with over 28 occupants to have wet sprinkler system. Please advise if the Offeror should follow the RFP or local code requirements in the Philippines.

ANSWER: Fire Protection to comply with the applicable requirements of UFC 1-201-01 Non-

Permanent DoD Facilities in Support of Military Operations. Also, see answers to question nos. 52 and 53.

156. Part 3 Project Requirements for Septic Tank (Part 3 - Page 6 of 16)

For rainwater runoff, please advise if the Offeror should provide a ponding basin (rainwater collector) or a swale leading to the existing natural located on the left side of the property

157. Part 4 G3020 SANITARY SEWER (Part 4 - Page 19 of 21)

The facility requires a septic tank with leaching field. Please advise if there are environmental regulations or permits by the local government that Offerors need to meet prior to construction.

Additionally, please confirm if the septic tank system needs to be designed for 100-person occupancy.

ANSWER: Contractor is responsible to obtain all required permits and comply with local environmental regulations. Septic tank design is to support a 100-person occupancy.

158. International Building Code – Accessibility Standard

Please advise if this project needs to comply with ADA requirements. The concept plan in the RFP does not include provisions for ADA, but Chapter 11 of the International Building Code mandates accessibility for individuals with physical disabilities in buildings, associated sites, and facilities.

ANSWER: See UFC 1-201-01 Non-Permanent DoD Facilities in support of Military

Operations. Facilities for use in military operations are designed for combat capable, able-bodied personnel.

159. Climate Challenges

Please confirm whether typhoon shutters need to be installed on windows and doors to protect exterior openings during typhoons, considering that an average of 20 tropical cyclones enter the Philippine region, with about eight or nine crossing the Philippines each year?

ANSWER: Typhoon shutters are not required.

160. RFP Section 1.2, paragraph b states that 'The NON-PRICE PROPOSAL shall be submitted in a three-ring binder with table of contents and tabbed.' Please confirm that offerors may submit the original and copies of non-price proposal each in their own 3 ring binder (i.e. 4 separate binders).

ANSWER: Confirmed. See Amendment No. 0006.

161. RFP Section 1.2, paragraph b states that 'The NON-PRICE PROPOSAL shall be submitted in a three-ring binder with table of contents and tabbed.' Please confirm that offerors may submit the price proposal in a three ring binder as well.

ANSWER: Confirmed. See Amendment No. 0006.

162. Multiple RFP paragraphs state that pages should be 8.5” x 11”. Please confirm that offerors are allowed to submit pages that are 11" x 8.5" (i.e. horizontally oriented).

ANSWER: Confirmed.

163. Multiple RFP paragraphs state that pages should be 8.5” x 11”. Offerors kindly request consideration that 11" x 17" or 17" x 11" (horizontally oriented) pages are allowed as long as these pages are counted as 2 pages.

164. We kindly request consideration that offerors be allowed to submit proposals via electronic means. East Coast offerors will need to ship offers no later than 20 Aug to ensure arrive in

Hawaii ahead of the 27 Aug deadline. As Q&A is due today, this gives offerors very limited time to incorporate final Q&A into their offers and complete proposal production (printing).

165. PART 3 STATEMENT OF WORK, Paragraph 4.2 Building Requirements, sentence 2 states “Building’s finished floor shall be higher than the elevation of the ground around the building. At a minimum, finished floor shall be elevated by about 30 cm but final elevation shall rely on the designer’s recommendation. All floors are plain/smooth/sealed concrete except at the latrines.” Please clarify what is meant by "the elevation of the ground around the building."

Does the government intend the building's finished floor to be 30 cm above the existing road to the site, which is at a higher elevation?

166. In reference to PART 2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Paragraph 8.1 DESIGN SUBMITTALS REQUIRED, will the government provide any existing geotechnical reports?

ANSWER: See answer to question no. 49.

167. In reference to DOCUMENT 00 21 16, 1.2 NUMBER OF COPIES/TIME OF RECEIPT, will the government consider a 3 week extension to help our team develop a more cost effective management and pricing approach based on the results of the site visit?

ANSWER: See Amendment No. 0006.

168. In reference to DOCUMENT 00 21 16, 1.17 FAR 52.236-27, SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995), will a list of site attendees be provided by the government?

ANSWER: PPSV sign-in sheet was posted on SAM.gov.

169. Can a single project meet more than one relevancy factor [e.g. 1) New PEB Bldg, 2) CIP Concrete Bldg 3) Training Facility, 4) Airfield, 5) Waterfront]? Or do we have to submit a separate project for each relevancy type?

ANSWER: A relevant project may include one or more relevant project definitions.

D/B UFC PC24-03, Command and Control (C2) Fusion Center WON 1795624 Camp Melchor Dela Cruz, Isabela, Philippines Part 4

Part 4 - Page 6 of 21 rust-inhibitive paint, not lighter than 18 gage. Mortar infill frames in masonry walls. Only use surface exposed bolted anchors in concrete walls.

3. Door and Frame Finishes: Exterior Doors Galvanized Finish -- Shall be Commercial Quality, Coating Class A, zinc coating in accordance with ASTM A 591 when facility is located further than 91 meters (300 feet) from the ocean. When facility is located within 91 meters (300 feet) of the ocean, provide G60 galvanized coating in accordance with ASTM A 924/A 924M and ASTM A 653/A 653M.

4. Hardware: Provide all new stainless steel hardware with satin chrome finish throughout. Hardware shall be heavy duty, industrial grade, suitable for the operational requirements and in compliance with life safety code requirements, similar in quality to the hardware shown in C1020 Interior Doors and Hardware below.

a. Locks and Latches: Series 4000, Operational Grade 1, Security Grade 2 for exterior building entrances.

Provide Schlage Series 4000 Grade 1 or approved equal.

b. Coordination: Coordinate with the local authority and the Contracting Officer to determine the local requirements for hardware, keying and master keying. Provide Schlage, or approved equivalent, as its locks and cores.

c. All exterior doors (except fire exit doors) will have a push button cipher lock, Simplex L100 series or approved equal.

d. Exit Devices: Touch bars shall be provided in lieu of conventional crossbars and arms.

B30 ROOFING

B3010 ROOF COVERINGS

a. Gauge 24 - 0.6mm profiled long-span high tensile steel roofing sheets with factory-applied…