P_-_Question_&_Answer_Report_24-25.086.pdf

Escambia County

Purchasing Lyndsey Stevens, Purchasing Director

213 Palafox Place, Pensacola, FL 32502-5822

(850) 595-4980

QUESTION & ANSWER REPORT

Invitation To Bid - LAP - Regional Traffic Management Center Facility Construction Federal Funded Project FPID: D324-034B

QUESTION & ANSWER REPORT

ITB No. PD 24-25.086

LAP - Regional Traffic Management Center Facility Construction Federal Funded Project FPID: D324-034B

RESPONSE DEADLINE: September 5, 2025 at 10:30 am

Friday, February 6, 2026

Approved, Unanswered Questions

Approved, Answers Provided

1. Control Room 148

Jul 24, 2025 12:10 PM

Question: Can alternate bid on the consoles shown in the control room 148. If yes, can you provide E- System Contour Console basis of design specifications so we may be able to fully comply with project.

Jul 24, 2025 12:10 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Yes, alternates may be provided. However, all basis-of-design products were priorly approved through department. All product substitutions must meet minimum performance requirements and design intent of basis-of-design products. Products must also meet all BABA compliant requirements. Please refer to section 12 59 00 of the Specifications of this project for all requirements, as well as aesthetic representation of single station. Aesthetic intent is also provided in perspectives within drawings on Sheet AA-903.

Aug 5, 2025 7:47 AM

2. Pre-Bid Meeting

Jul 30, 2025 3:17 PM

Question: Please confirm the pre-bid meeting was mandatory for those who will bid as a GC. Please provide a copy of the pre-bid meeting attendance sheet.

Jul 30, 2025 3:17 PM

ITB No. PD 24-25.086 LAP - Regional Traffic Management Center Facility Construction Federal Funded Project FPID: D324- 034B

Answered by Angela Jones: The Pre bid Meeting was NOT mandatory and the attendance sheet has been issued via a notice.

Aug 1, 2025 12:23 PM

3. Davis-Bacon Wage Rates

Aug 4, 2025 10:16 AM

Question: Is the project subject only to the Highway wage determination included in the bid documents?

Aug 4, 2025 10:16 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Per the bid documents - FL20250061 – Residential – Wage Rate Table is to be used for this vertical construction project.

Aug 5, 2025 11:23 AM

4. Site Furnishings

Aug 4, 2025 11:49 AM

Question: Are there site furnishings? Section 01 11 00, 3.01(B)(4) references a picnic pavilion. None are included in the plans.

Aug 4, 2025 11:49 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: “Please refer to addenda items uploaded on Aug 2025 for updated Specs and Plans. There will be no site furnishings.”

Aug 15, 2025 7:48 AM

5. Clean Agent Fire Suppession

Aug 4, 2025 1:06 PM

Question: On Page AF-101 paragraph on the right side reads clean agent UPs room and Server / IT room and shows tank storage for the 2 rooms However, it also shows the data visualization rooms 115.1 and

115.2 will have clean agent but no mention of tank storage and is not mentioned in the right-hand side paragraph. If rooms 115.1 and 115.2 require clean agent where are these tanks located. Also will it be two total systems or will each room have its own system and releasing panel. Will the clean agent suppression panel also monitor the pre-action systems for these rooms?

Aug 4, 2025 1:06 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: "Disreagard language showing clean agent system for RM 115.1 and 115.2.

Either use two separate clean agent systems or a shared system provided it supports two zones. The clean agent suppression panel shall monitor the pre-action systems for these rooms."

Aug 25, 2025 11:50 AM

6. Mobile Shelving Details

Aug 4, 2025 1:18 PM

Question: There are no shelving illustrations shown in the plans to show width, depth, height of shelving and weight capacity required per shelf that goes on the mobile shelving. Should shelving be 4 post with height adjustability on 1-1/2" increments? solid or slotted? # File dividers per shelf? Min opening and number of shelves in each section. Closed T's or open t's (these are the connecting shelves in a run) Also please confirm length of carriages. Should floor and ramp between rails be finished or will customer supplied carpet/tile be installed over it to finish system? If the latter, rail, floor and ramp should be installed prior to floor coverings being installed and then carriages and shelving after. If Mobile system is going on first floor slab, rails could be recessed to eliminate cost of floor and ramp. In either scenario, two installation deployments will be required and should be specified to avoid a change order. Would the county be willing to remove the Mobile shelving from the GC scope of work and purchase off Omnia or Sourcewell contract to save money? This would allow the end customers to have more say in the design of the system, such as gapless rails so heals and debri don't get caught in rail channels; full height face panels vs. stanchions; carriage with 3/4" recess to support housings from shifting; the ability to tighten chains from handle hub with Allen wrench vs having to remove face panels and call for a service call. Again, overall this will be a 10-20% saving to the Gov't.

Aug 4, 2025 1:18 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: "Please refer to revised Specification of Mobile Shelving System (ADDENDUM 2) for updated information. Due to the nature of funding for the project, owner procurred items were limited. Mobile shelving will need to be apart of the construction project. "

7. Digital Fire Alarm System

Aug 5, 2025 11:36 AM

Question: Spec section 28 31 11 (Digital Fire Alarm System) is referenced in the table of contents but does not appear in the project manual. Please provide.

Aug 5, 2025 11:36 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to addenda items uploaded on Aug 5th 2025 for updated Specs and Plans.

8. Generator

Aug 5, 2025 11:39 AM

Question: Please confirm the Generator run time requirements for the fuel tank. 1,300 gallons specified on drawing AE-501 only provides about 25% of the 7 days at 75% rated load called out.

Aug 5, 2025 11:39 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: A 7 day fuel supply (168 hours) at 75% rated load is required. Tank capacity would be 5,300 gallons.

9. Lighting Dimmers

Aug 5, 2025 11:47 AM

Question: There are multiple areas on the drawings that show both a push button dimmer and a raise/lower dimmer switch in the same place. Please clarify whether both are to be used. If not, provide selection.

Aug 5, 2025 11:47 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Dimming is done a one location in the room. On/Off control only at the other location.

10. Chief PAC Wall boxes

Aug 5, 2025 1:49 PM

Question: Refer to sheet ITS102. Please provide Low Voltage conduit rough in requirements for the Chief PAC Wall boxes.

Aug 5, 2025 1:49 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Electrical requirements are provided on drawing AE-701 for the control wall. Low voltage / video requirements shall be based on selection of equipment to meet required specifications in 28 51 19.13

11. Lighting Controls

Aug 5, 2025 1:50 PM

Question: Please confirm the back of house MEP rooms shall contain traditional single pole or 3-way switching in lieu of N-Light switches (See rooms 112, 149, 150, 151, 152 & 153 on the Lighting Control Plans).

Aug 5, 2025 1:50 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Yes, back of house type rooms like Mechanical and Electrical rooms are controlled via traditional single pole switch.

12. Data Outlets

Aug 5, 2025 1:50 PM

Question: Please confirm there are to be no Data outlets required in room 115.1 (Data Visualization Space)

Aug 5, 2025 1:50 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Data cabling for Room 115.1, on sheet TN102 in Addenda items uploaded on Aug 5th 2025, is not required. The room layout and functional intent remain consistent with the original design; no revisions are necessary at this time.

13. Mobile Shelving

Aug 5, 2025 2:27 PM

Question: 1. The mobile system shown on Sheet AG007 shown rails extending the majority of the room well beyond a 36"aisle, but Sheet AA-104 it almost appears as if the system is behind a wall in this space with no aisle. Please confirm the number of carriages and if aisle should be larger than 36". 2. For cost savings and less trip hazard would you prefer to have one of the carriages split into two single sided stationary (or STATIC) unit with backpanels on the carriage in center of room? 3. Can you confirm sprinkler height AFF in this space? 4. Can you provide desired shelving elevations or provide the type of files being stored? Ex. letter (or legal) size file folder with top tab, letter (or legal) size file folder with side tab, expansion folders, file boxes etc. 5. Confirm any accessories such as center stops and file dividers or reference shelves?

Aug 5, 2025 2:27 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to revised Specification of Mobile Shelving System (REVISION 1) for updated information.

Aug 25, 2025 11:51 AM

14. Roof Plan

Aug 5, 2025 2:46 PM

Question: Refer to sheet AA-109. At Roof Plan Notes, Note 1, is the reference to "Tampa" intentional or is it to be "Pensacola"?

Aug 5, 2025 2:46 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Per SMACNA gutter and downspout calculator, Pensacola was not listed as an option. The two closest cities were Mobile, AL and Tampa, FL. Tampa had more stringent requirements.

15. Downspouts

Aug 5, 2025 3:06 PM

Question: Please provide connection detail for downspouts at HDPE piping.

Aug 5, 2025 3:06 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to Addenda plans for this information.

16. Clean Agent

Aug 6, 2025 7:58 AM

Question: There is a mention of Sub-Floor coverage for the rooms that will have clean agent. However, from the drawings provided there is no sub floor shown. Also, do you require above ceiling coverage.

Aug 6, 2025 7:58 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Refer to Addenda Items uploaded Aug 5th 2025.

17. No subject

Aug 7, 2025 10:01 AM

Question: Are the ponds intended to be dry?

Aug 7, 2025 10:01 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Ponds are wet-ponds.

18. Site Access

Aug 7, 2025 2:24 PM

Question: Will there be a site visit to walk the property? If not, what are the requirements to access the site for a walk through?

Aug 7, 2025 2:24 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Coordinate with County for Site Walk access requirements.

19. Millwork Specifications

Aug 7, 2025 2:57 PM

Question: Refer to section 06 40 23. Per section 2.01(A), Contractor is directed to follow AWI for quality standard. Are there any additional performance specs to be provided?

Aug 7, 2025 2:57 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Refer to Addenda Items uploaded Aug 5th 2025 for all updated requirements specific to project.

Aug 25, 2025 11:52 AM

20. Data Drops

Aug 11, 2025 8:41 AM

Question: On the telecom systems legend it states that only one cable drop is to be supplied at each outlet. The specs require following the BICSI standard (TIA-568-C.1) which requires that a minimum of two outlets be installed for each work area. The Panel Schedule does have 2 ports assigned for each.

Please clarify number of drops required.

Aug 11, 2025 8:41 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Each outlet location is intended to be served by a single data cable. The Patch Panel Schedule reflects these outlet locations. Unless otherwise specified, the design assumes one data cable per outlet. (Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025.)

21. Telecomm

Aug 11, 2025 8:42 AM

Question: On the telecom systems legend it states that two cables are to be supplied at each WAP.

However, on the Panel Schedule they have only assigned one port per AP. Please clarify.

Aug 11, 2025 8:42 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Install two Cat-6A cables at these locations. Telecommunications Patch Panel 1 will be updated in the upcoming ADDENDUM 2.

22. Data Floor Boxes

Aug 11, 2025 8:43 AM

Question: At data floor boxes, only one port is listed per each one. The referenced BICSI standard is for two. Please clarify quantity.

Aug 11, 2025 8:43 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Each floor box outlet location is intended to be served by a single data cable. The Patch Panel Schedule reflects these outlet locations. Unless otherwise specified, the design assumes one data cable per outlet.

23. Room 148 Floor Boxes

Aug 11, 2025 8:45 AM

Question: In room 148 there are 12 stations indicated on the drawing, with 12 floor pockets. However, there are 48 ports assigned for Data Floor Boxes in that area. Clarify requirement for 48 ports.

Aug 11, 2025 8:45 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: "To support 12 workstations with 4 data cables per outlet, a total of 48 ports is required. "

24. Telecomm Racks

Aug 11, 2025 8:46 AM

Question: Confirm contract is to provide the racks. Provide specifications for racks.

Aug 11, 2025 8:46 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Yes, contractor to provide equipment racks and cabinets. Refer to specification 46 67 13 - Computer Equipment Rack.s (Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025.)

25. Data/Telecomm Alternates

Aug 11, 2025 8:50 AM

Question: 1. Will Siemens Cerberus Pro be an approved alternative for the fire alarm system? 2. Will Lenel S2 Netbox be an approved alternative on the access control system? 3. Will Milestone be an approved alternative for the Video Surveillance System? 4. Will Hanwha Techwin cameras be an approved alternative for the cameras?

Aug 11, 2025 8:50 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: WGI will not review and approve new products/manufacturers during the BID process. Contractor shall provide basis-of-design product specified or approved equal alternative meeting minimum performance requirements specified in Contract Documents and BABA compliancy.

26. Clean Agent

Aug 11, 2025 10:06 AM

Question: It is not clear if the walls in the data rooms go to deck. We recommend walls to deck around the 4 Combined Rooms - 112, 115, 115.1 & 115.2 Not Individually or sheetrock the ceilings.

Aug 11, 2025 10:06 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025. Those rooms do not have clean agent. Provide ceilings as shown.

27. Clean Agent

Aug 11, 2025 10:06 AM

Question: UPS Room is exposed to deck. Please confirm walls go to deck or will you sheet rock ceiling to save on agent and if so, what will the ceiling height be

Aug 11, 2025 10:06 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025. Walls at UPS Room shall go up to deck and extend to concrete slab below. Details provided in Telcom Set for cable sealing detail..

Aug 25, 2025 11:53 AM

28. List of Bidding GCs

Aug 11, 2025 10:58 AM

Question: Will you provide a list of bidding GCs?

Aug 11, 2025 10:58 AM

Answered by Angela Jones: No, the best way to find the list of bidding GC's is to go to the "Followers" section of the solicitation. That will give a list of the firms that have followed and the designation of those firms - either Prime or Sub.

Aug 11, 2025 2:38 PM

29. DDC System

Aug 11, 2025 1:40 PM

Question: What is the existing master building control system that the bidding DDC system manufacturer required tie into?

Aug 11, 2025 1:40 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: There is no existing building control system. Please disregard any language regarding an existing building control system.

30. Countertops

Aug 11, 2025 1:47 PM

Question: What is the color of the quartz? Is the top in the Control Room solid surface or it to be quartz as well? What is the surface/finish at the "curved infill"?

Aug 11, 2025 1:47 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Contractor shall submit full range of colors from manufacturer for selection by Architect. Curved infill shall be finish cabinetry. Refer to ADDENDUM 2 Sheet 702 for more information.

31. Chiller

Aug 11, 2025 2:54 PM

Question: Drawing AM-605 Air Cooled Chiller Schedule indicates Maximum chiller dimensions of 128” L x 88” W x99” H. Would a chiller with dimensions of 146.2”L x 88.4”W x 92.5”H, be allowed if the manufacturer is listed is acceptable?

Aug 11, 2025 2:54 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: The physical size of the chiller is limited by the fixed dimensions of the chiller yard, which cannot be expanded. An alternate chiller may be proposed if it fits within the yard— including all required service clearances and airflow space—and meets the performance requirements in the Contract Documents, as well as BABA compliance.

32. Air-Cooled Chiller

Aug 11, 2025 2:55 PM

Question: Drawing AM-605 Air Cooled Chiller Schedule indicates several performance specifications specific to the basis of design. Is the intent of the design to limit the chiller supplier to only the basis of design or will slight variations be allowed so that manufacturers listed in specification section 23 64

23.21 can provide reasonably equal products?

Aug 11, 2025 2:55 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: The intent is not to restrict the chiller supplier to the basis of design only.

The schedule lists minimum performance efficiencies at various load percentages. Other previously approved manufacturers’ products are acceptable if they meet or exceed these values and comply with BABA requirements.

33. Water holding tanks and pump assemblies

Aug 11, 2025 3:49 PM

Question: Please provide additional specifications, including installation specs, backfill requirements, materials to be used, size, etc. for the water holding tanks and pump assemblies.

Aug 11, 2025 3:49 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025. On drawing AP-100, the Contract Documents specify a pre-engineered (delegated design) 10,000-gallon storage tank. The requested items fall under the scope of that delegated design.

34. No subject

Aug 11, 2025 3:54 PM

Question: TN001 states access points to be two cat-6A cables but sheet TN401 shows only one cable per access point. Can we verify how many cables are needed for each access point? Sheet TN001 the telecommunications legend shows Cat-6A but the spec sheets 27 15 13 page 6 2.03 A & B states Cat-6+.

Can we confirm what type pf cabling will be required for each system? Sheet TN201 show that the Business Network Cabinet is to be provided by others. Who is providing the network cabinets and what type of cabinets will be installed?

Aug 11, 2025 3:54 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: "1. Install two Cat-6A cables at these locations. Telecommunications Patch Panel 1 will be updated in the upcoming ADDENDUM 2. 2. Install Cat 6E cabling in accordance with Specification 27 15 13. The legend will be updated in the forthcoming ADDENDUM 2. 3. See Specification 46 67 13 – Computer Equipment Racks for reference. (Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025.) "

35. Chiller question

Aug 11, 2025 3:59 PM

Question: Is a Trane chiller model CGAM080F2 an acceptable alternative selection?

Aug 11, 2025 3:59 PM

Answered by Robert Hogan: WGI will not review and approve new products/manufacturers during the BID process. Contractor shall provide basis-of-design product specified or approved equal alternative meeting minimum performance requirements specified in Contract Documents and BABA compliancy.

36. AV

Aug 12, 2025 11:26 AM

Question: It doesn't look like the actual AV solution for the control room is included in the construction/bid. I see where the control room will be, the layout and the infrastructure requirements but there is no design of scope for the actual system. Do you know if that will be bid out at a later date?

If so, do you need assistance with the design?

Aug 12, 2025 11:26 AM

Answered by Robert Hogan: Please refer to Contract Documents Dated June 2025, issued as an Addendum on August 5th, 2025. Section 28 51 19.13 (Video Walls) provides the requirements for the AV system