26-1306 Note 7.pdf

RFP N62742-26-R-1306

Notice No. 7

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

COMMANDER

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING SYSTEMS COMMAND PACIFIC

258 MAKALAPA DRIVE SUITE 100

PEARL HARBOR HI 96860-3134

June 17, 2026

PRE-PROPOSAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

JFY 2022 PROJECT J-875, BATTLE STAFF TRAINING FACILITY,

U.S. NAVSUPPACT MCB CAMP BLAZ, GUAM

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.

REVISED RESPONSES FROM NOTICE NO. 5:

85. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg TS101 On Dwg TS101, Section A5 indicates that the C1–144 STR FO cable runs up to the Area Distribution Network location, noted as ADN 1. However, the drawing does not show any location labeled ADN 1. Please clarify whether ADN 1 refers to the same location as J-301.

ANSWER: The 144 STR FO cable provided by J-875 goes to TMH-503, where it is spliced to an existing cable inside TMH-503. Refer to Sheet TN601, which shows the existing (shaded) cables and splice cases in TMH-503. ADN-1 is where the existing cable in TMH-503 originates. ADN- 1 is not the same location as J-301; the location of J-301 is shown on Sheet TS100.

86. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg TS101 On Dwg TS101, Section A5 indicates that the C2–144 STR FO cable runs up to the Area Distribution Network location, noted as ADN 2. However, the drawing does not show any location labeled ADN 2. Please clarify whether ADN 2 refers to the same location as P-314.

ANSWER: Similar to Q85, the 144 STR FO cable provided by J-875 goes to TMH-503, where it is spliced to an existing cable inside TMH-503. Refer to Sheet TN601, which shows the existing (shaded) cables and splice cases in TMH-503. ADN-2 is where the existing cable in TMH-503 originates. ADN-2 is not the same location as P-314; the location of P-314 is shown on Sheet

TS100.

87. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg TN601 Dwg TN601 indicates that the 144 STR FO cable and 50 PR CU cable run from OSP/ISP Voice through TMH-503 to the ADF1 location. However, no location labeled ‘ADF1’ is identified on the drawing. Kindly clarify the exact location of ADF1.

ANSWER: The 144 STR FO cable and 50 PR CU cable provided by J-875 go to TMH-503, where they are spliced to existing cables inside TMH-503. TN601 shows the existing (shaded) cables and splice cases in TMH-503. ADF-1 is where the existing cable originates.

88. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg TN601 On Sheet TN601, it is indicated that the 144 STR FO cable and 20 PR CU cable run from OSP/ISP Voice through TMH-504 up to the ADF2 location. However, the drawing does not show any location labeled ADF2. Please clarify.

ANSWER: Similar to Q87, the 144 STR FO cable and 200 PR CU cable provided by J-875 go to TMH-503, where they are spliced to existing cables inside TMH-503. TN601 shows the existing (shaded) cables and splice cases in TMH-503. ADF-2 is where the existing cable originates.

89. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg: A-113 & A-612 On Dwg A-113, as per Amendment 0002, the ceiling in Room #124 has been revised from EXP to an acoustical ceiling. However, the Room Finish Schedule on A-612 still shows the ceiling type as EXP for this room. Please provide a revised Room Finish Schedule in accordance with Amendment 0002.

ANSWER: Concur. Will revise Room Finish Schedule via Amendment to show ACT for Room #124 in lieu of EXP.

90. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg: A-115 & A-612 On Dwg A-115, as per Amendment 0002, the ceiling in Room #210 has been revised from EXP to an acoustical ceiling. However, the Room Finish Schedule on A-612 still shows the ceiling type as EXP for this room. Please provide a revised Room Finish Schedule in accordance with Amendment 0002.

ANSWER: Concur. Will revise Room Finish Schedule via Amendment to show ACT for Room #210 in lieu of EXP.

91. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg: A-116 & A-613 On Dwg A-116, as per Amendment 0002, the ceiling in Room #218 has been revised from EXP to an acoustical ceiling. However, the Room Finish Schedule on A-613 still shows the ceiling type as EXP for this room. Please provide a revised Room Finish Schedule in accordance with Amendment 0002.

ANSWER: Concur. Will revise Room Finish Schedule via Amendment to show ACT for Room #218 in lieu of EXP.

92. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306; Dwg: A-612 Detail: B1/A-401 Room #102: As per Detail B1/A-401, Elevation D, the wall finishes are indicated as P-1B and AWP-1, whereas the Room Finish Schedule on A-612 designates P-1B and AWP-2 for the same location. Kindly confirm the correct Acoustical Wall Panel designation to be considered.

ANSWER: B1/A-401, Elevation D is correct. Will revise Room Finish Schedule via Amendment to correspond with the interior elevation.

93. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306; Dwg: A-612; Detail: A1/A-402 Room #114: On the Room Finish Schedule A-612, Elevation B indicates the wall finish as P- 1B/AWP-1. However, Interior Elevation B on Detail A1/A-402 does not show the AWP-1 finish.

Please clarify.

ANSWER: Room Finish Schedule is correct. Will revise Sheet A-402, Detail A1, Elevation B via Amendment to show 2 ea. AWP-1 Panels.

94. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306; Dwg: A-612; Detail: C3/A-405 Room #105B: On the Room Finish Schedule A-612, Elevation A indicates the wall finish as P- 4B/AWP-1. However, Interior Elevation A on Detail A1/A-402 does not show the AWP-1 finish.

Kindly clarify.

ANSWER: Room Finish Schedule is correct. Will revise Sheet A-405, Detail C3, Elevation A via Amendment to show AWP-1 Panel.

95. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg SS111 On Dwg SS111, Beam mark is missing on ridge of roof slab. Please provide the same.

ANSWER: Will revise Sheet SS111 via Amendment to indicate beam mark B2 at the ridge of the roof slab.

96. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg SK506 On Dwg SK506, much of text is unreadable. Please clarify this to avoid confusion.

ANSWER: Will revise sheet SK506 via Amendment to clarify text.

97. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Detail: A4/A-311 Please provide finish type underside of canopy.

ANSWER: Finish for underside of canopy is EF-2. Will add a note via Amendment on the exterior elevations.

98. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg PL112 & PL122 Drawings PL112 and PL122 show fixture EWC-2 (Electric Water Cooler) on the plans; however, the corresponding equipment details are not provided in the schedules. Kindly clarify.

ANSWER: Will revise Plumbing Fixture Schedule via Amendment to add EWC-2.

99. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Detail C4/CG501 Per Detail C4/CG501, Note 2 states, “Refer to Detail B2 on CS504 for curb detail”; however, no curb is shown around the stone diaphragm. Please confirm whether a curb is required for the stone diaphragm.

ANSWER: A curb is not required for the stone diaphragm. Will revise Sheet CG501 via Amendment to eliminate Note #2 at Detail C4/CG501.

100. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg CS100

On Drawing CS100, under the Keynotes section, Keynotes #2 and #36 are listed, referring to pedestrian gates without panic hardware and with panic hardware, respectively. However, only Keynote #36 is indicated on the Civil site plan.

Please confirm whether Keynote #2 is applicable.

ANSWER: Will revise Sheet CS100 via Amendment to eliminate Key Note #2.

101. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg LP101, LP601 Planting Material Schedule:

Per Sheet LP601, the quantity for hydroseed is listed as 164,030 SF under the Base Bid.

Corresponding quantities for topsoil and soil preparation are also provided. However, as per the Landscape Plan LP101, the hydroseed area measures 157,892 SF. Please confirm the correct quantity.

ANSWER: Base Bid quantity for Bermuda/Centipede grass is 156,455 SF. Will update Sheet LP601 via Amendment.

102. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg LP101, LP601 Planting Material Schedule: Per sheet LP601, Qty for Rubble mulch is listed as 440 SF and 100 SF for Base Bid item and Option Bid #2 respectively . However per Landscape Plan LP101, we did not found rubble mulch shown for option item #2 . Please clarify.

ANSWER: Option Item #2 rubble mulch is shown on sheet LP502, between the Generator Building and Trash Enclosure.

103. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg LP601 Detail A2/CG501 Per Dwg LP601, Planting Material schedule Under Miscellaneous states On-screened Topsoil does not include Drainage swale areas, whereas detail A2/CG501 shows 4" Grass Mulch on Dry swale area. Considering Dry swale is same as Drainage Swale, please confirm whether Topsoil is required or otherwise for Dry/Drainage swale area.

ANSWER: Engineered topsoil is required for dry swale areas, per Section 31 00 00 para. 2.7 MATERIAL FOR DRY SWALE, subparagraph 2.7.1 Engineered Soil.

104. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Detail A3/SB501 Per Detail A3/SB501, the wall is identified as an 8" CMU wall on one side, while on the other side it is marked as SW1 (Shear Wall). Please clarify which designation is correct.

ANSWER: The north, south and west elevator shaft walls above EL 0'-0" are 8" CMU. The east wall is concrete SW1, full height.

105. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Detail B1/SB501 and A3/A-413 Per Detail B1/SB501, the elevator wall is shown as a non-load-bearing CMU wall; however, Detail A3/A-413 indicates that all elevator walls are to be concrete.

Please clarify which specification is correct.

ANSWER: See response to Q104. Will revise Sheet A-413 via Amendment.

107. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg: A-610 Detail: B2/A3/A-730 Per Drawing A-610, the Corner Guard (CG) size is listed as 2" x 2" x 48" H, whereas Detail B2/A3 on Drawing A-730 indicates a size of 2" x 2" x 66" H.

Please confirm the correct height for the Corner Guard (CG).

ANSWER: The correct size for CG is indicated in Details B2/A3/A-730. Will revise Sheet A- 610 via Amendment to indicate correct size.

108. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg: A-610 Detail: A2/A3/A-730 Per Drawing A-610, the Corner Guard (CG-1) size is listed as 2" x 2" x 48" H, whereas Detail A2/A3 on Drawing A-730 indicates a size of 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" x 66" H.

Please confirm the correct size for Corner Guard (CG-1).

ANSWER: The correct size for CG-1 is indicated in Details A2/A3/A-730. Will revise Sheet A- 610 via Amendment to indicate correct size.

109. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg: A-102, A-502 Per Drawing A-102, Room #109, a stainless steel Corner Guard (CG-1) is shown on a gypsum wall (Wall Type P6A). Please confirm and advise if any correction is required.

ANSWER: Confirming that the gyp wall in Room #109 will receive Resilient Corner Guard (CG) in lieu of Stainless Steel Corner Guard (CG-1). Will revise Sheet A-102 via Amendment.

110. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Detail: C1,C2,C3,C4/EP504 Spec Section: 33 71 02 Para 2.12 On Details C1, C2, C3, and C4 on Drawing EP504, the concrete grade for the ductbank is specified as 4000 PSI. However, Specification Section 33 71 02, Paragraph 2.12, states that the concrete grade for duct encasement shall be 3000 PSI. Please confirm the required concrete grade for the Electrical and Telecom ductbank.

ANSWER: 3000 PSI is acceptable for the duct banks. Will revise Sheet EP504 via Amendment.

111. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Dwg : AS101 Please advise if any floor finish is required for the Generator Enclosure (Option #2) and Pavilion (Option #1).

ANSWER: Floor finish for Generator Enclosure (Option Item #2) and Pavilion (Option Item #1) will be CON-1 (Sealed Concrete). Will revise AS107 and AS110 via Amendment to show floor finish tag.

137. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 1.7.1.2.b and Paragraph 2.2.2

Intent and Necessity of Predrilling Requirements Paragraph 1.7.1.2.b outlines tracking requirements for predrilling, including diameter and backfill material. Because the fundamental methodology of CDSM relies on mechanically blending the native, in-situ soil with cement grout, predrilling is not typically performed during standard production as it removes or disturbs the required soil matrix. Please clarify the Government's intent regarding these requirements and purpose of predrilling. Is predrilling intended to be limited strictly to bypassing localized hard strata/obstructions, and if so, what approved backfill materials are expected if the native soil matrix is removed prior to mixing? If predrilling and CDSM happen concurrently, will multiple GTQC specialist personnel be required onsite to monitor both predrilling and CDSM activities.

ANSWER: Predrilling may be required to allow the CDSM to advance through localized hard strata/obstructions if the CDSM equipment has difficulties to advance through those localized areas. If the in-situ soils are removed during the predrilling process, satisfactory materials per Specifications 31 00 00 must be used for backfilling. If predrilling and CDSM happen concurrently, it will be the Contractor’s means and methods of construction to determine if multiple QC Geotechnical Specialists or Geotechnical Field Representatives will be required to properly monitor both predrilling and CDSM operations.

138. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraphs 1.7.1.2.e, 1.7.1.2.i (Items 8 and 10), and 1.7.1.2.j Real-Time Field QC Monitoring Capabilities vs. Next-Day Rig Telemetry Paragraphs 1.7.1.2.e and 1.7.1.2.i require real-time monitoring and reporting of specialized metrics like torque data and continuous cement content. Based on typical CDSM methodology and local project experience, manual field observation by the GTQC or Geotechnical field representative is limited to tracking grout quantity, pressure, depth, flow rate, and rotations at regular intervals in real time. Advanced mechanical telemetry, including torque and high-resolution depth profiles, is captured automatically by the rig's data acquisition system and compiled the next day. The GTQC can obtain this information in real-time by having personnel on the rig, which poses safety concerns, or having remote viewing capabilities of the operator’s screen, which leads to additional complexities with technology that can cause delays if the relay is disrupted due to poor connectivity. Please clarify if the Government will accept manual field logs focused on operational parameters per CDSM column, supplemented by the specialty contractor’s automated digital rig outputs provided separately, as has been accepted for previous projects.

ANSWER: Manual field logs prepared by the QC Geotechnical Specialist or Geotechnical Field Representative in conjunction with the specialty contractor’s automated digital rig output are acceptable to meet the documentation requirements indicated in Specifications 31 62 00, Para.

1.7.1.

139. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 3.2.1 Execution and Verification of Strict Real-Time Alignment Tolerances Paragraph 3.2.1 outlines rigid horizontal and vertical alignment limits. Because down-hole deviation is difficult to track accurately, please confirm if initial surface layout validation by a surveyor satisfies the horizontal requirements, and clarify the detailed requirements in submitting vertical alignment profiles that are acceptable to the Government for verticality compliance.

ANSWER: Verification of the horizontal deviation at the ground surface installation level by a surveyor is acceptable to validate the horizontal alignment of the CDSM.

For the vertical alignment verification, CDSM rigs are typically equipped with equipment that can monitor the inclination of the CDSM. Any other means and methods to meet the requirement shall be determined by the Contractor.

140. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 3.4.1.3 Method Requirements for Vertical Alignment Profiles Paragraph 3.4.1.3 requires the submission of daily 'vertical alignment profiles' per machine.

Because specific execution methods are not detailed, please clarify the approved or preferred testing methodology, instrumentation, or industry standard expected to satisfy this profile requirement.

ANSWER: For the vertical alignment verification, CDSM rigs are typically equipped with equipment that can monitor the inclination of the CDSM. Inclination records per depth during the CDSM installation are acceptable as vertical alignment profiles. Any other means and methods to meet the requirement shall be determined by the Contractor.

141. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 3.1.e Core Drilling Location Relative to Column Diameter Paragraph 3.1.e of Section 31 62 00 requires that verification coring be conducted approximately 3 feet from the center of the CDSM column; however, contract drawing SB101 designates the CDSM columns as 4 feet in diameter (2-foot radius). Coring at a 3-foot offset could result in drilling outside the treated soil area. Please clarify the offset distance from the center of the column to ensure representative core samples are captured within the treated zone.

ANSWER: The offset distance from the center of the column for coring purposes will be revised to show 1 ft. Spec Section 31 62 00, para. 3.1.e will be revised via future Amendment.

142. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 3.2 Schedule Impact of the 60-Day Curing and Fill Restriction Paragraph 3.2 imposes a 60-day calendar restriction against placing more than 5 feet of fill or 4 psi of vertical pressure within 26 feet of installed CDSM columns. Given that the specified design strength of 1,200 kPa (175 psi) is explicitly based on 28-day curing breaks, please clarify if this 60-day restriction can be waived or shortened for localized zones once 28-day laboratory break results demonstrate that the target unconfined compressive strength has been achieved.

ANSWER: Will revise Section 31 62 00 via Amendment to add the following sentence to last paragraph of 3.2: “The 60-days calendar restriction may be shortened if the 28-days specified unconfined compression strength of the treated soil of 1,200 kPa (175 psi) is achieved.”

143. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 1.4.1.f and Paragraph 1.4.2 Commercial Bidding Risk Regarding Post-Bid Design Changes from Probing/Grouting Paragraph 1.4.1.f notes that baseline CDSM quantities, locations, and tip elevations are completely subject to change following post-bid probing and grouting operations. Because pricing specialized ground improvement heavily relies on definitive structural layouts and fixed material volumes, this fluid language prevents bidders from establishing accurate and fair estimates. Please clarify the Government's contingency plan if the results of the probe-and-grout activities cause substantial changes to the design plan. Additionally, will the Government establish a fixed baseline quantity schedule for bidding purposes, and confirm that major post-bid structural or layout redesigns will be handled through adjustment change orders?

ANSWER: The Price Proposal Schedule provides the baseline CDSM quantity. After award, the Government will administer the contract as indicated in the RFP.

144. Reference: Solicitation-N6274226R1306 Section 31 62 00, Paragraph 1.10.1 Definition of "Real-Time" Structural Movement Monitoring This paragraph states: "Establish temporary benchmarks... along new and existing structures within 10 feet to the CDSM soil improvement area. Monitor the benchmarks real time during the CDSM soil improvement operation to detect any settlement, uplift, or lateral movement... If movement in excess of 1/2 inches... is detected, all CDSM work shall immediately cease."

Paragraph 1.10.1 requires 'real-time' benchmark monitoring of structures within 10 feet of the work area to guard against a 1/2-inch movement threshold. Please clarify the Government's expectation for the term 'real-time.' Will the Government require an Automated Motorized Total Station (AMTS) system for continuous data streaming, or are manual survey checks at prescribed production intervals (e.g., beginning, midpoint, and end of shift) acceptable?

ANSWER: Manual survey checks of benchmarks to monitor ground movements nearby CDSM at reasonable production intervals are acceptable. The production intervals must be such that potential ground movement can be verified during the CDSM installation.

End of Notice