QA-RFQ26006607.xlsx
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- Solicitation number
- RFQ26006607
- Issued by
- Providence County, Rhode Island
About this file
This is a Question and Answer (Q&A) document for RFQ26006607, issued by the Rhode Island Division of Purchases on behalf of the Rhode Island Army National Guard for renovation work at the Schofield Armory in Cranston. The project encompasses selective demolition, limited roofing repair, contract finishes, and mechanical, electrical, and networking installations across four interior spaces. The renovation scope includes extending electrical outlets, receptacles, and telecommunications devices affected by new gypsum wall construction; integrating fire alarm systems compatible with the existing Fire-Lite Alarms MS-9200UDLS panel; raising sprinkler mains to accommodate proposed ceiling heights; removing and replacing flooring in one conference room; and patching roof areas where old equipment is being removed. Proposals are due July 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the project site. Vendor questions were due July 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT. Construction is estimated to begin in September 2026, with substantial completion targeted at seven months from start and final completion 60 days thereafter. Liquidated damages are assessed at $400 per day for delays beyond substantial completion.
The contract requires a single base bid price for all renovation work and a 5% bid surety bond or certified check. A 15% minority and women business enterprise participation goal applies to the project. General contractors must hold valid Rhode Island registration certificates and comply with prevailing wage requirements. Prior to award, the successful vendor must provide 100% payment and performance bonds and maintain general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence, workers' compensation insurance of $100,000 each accident, and automobile liability insurance of $1 million each occurrence. Contract administrative fees of 0.33% of total contract value will be withheld from invoices in accordance with Rhode Island General Laws. The Q&A clarifies technical requirements including field verification of existing systems, preparation of a complete fire alarm one-line diagram, compatibility of new electrical breakers with the existing panelboard, and coordination of final mounting locations with the Architect. No project allowances are included in the bid, and the contractor is responsible for fire marshal review fees and building permit fees. All proposals must be submitted electronically through www.ridop.ri.gov.
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Sheet1 Question Answer
On the existing CMU wall there is exposed conduit. There are new gypsum walls being installed on top of the CMU walls. Are all the outlets, receptacles and tele data to be extended? Yes. Extend all existing electrical and telephone/data devices affected by the new gypsum wall construction so they are flush with the new finished wall surface. Maintain the existing wiring and circuiting unless otherwise indicated. Coordinate exact locations with the Architectural drawings.
Please confirm there are no project allowances? Confirmed, there are no allowances included in the project.
Does the project have RIBCC approval? This was reviewed and approved. The Contractor is responsible for fire marshal review fees and building permit fees.
Fire Alarm Specs on E-2.0 Note 16 calls for all Fire Alarm NAC devices to be ceiling mounted. Detail 1 E-1.0 shows wall-mounted devices. Note 16 on E-2.0 applies to smoke detectors, not NAC notification devices. Smoke detectors shall be ceiling mounted as specified. Horn/strobe notification devices shall be wall mounted as shown on E-1.0 unless specifically indicated otherwise. Coordinate final mounting locations with the Architect before installation.
What is the existing fire alarm system make and model? The existing fire-alarm system manufacturer is "Fire-Lite Alarms", fire alarm panel model "MS-9200UDLS". The contractor shall field verify this information before ordering equipment. New devices must match and be compatible with the existing system, and the tie-in shall be coordinated with the existing system manufacturer’s
Fire Alarm Specs on E-2.0 Note 16 calls for a full one-line diagram for the fire alarm system. Will an existing one-line be provided or is there one on file? An existing fire alarm one-line diagram is not available. The contractor shall field verify the existing system and prepare a complete manufacturer-specific one-line diagram and address plan as part of the required fire alarm shop-drawing submittal. The partial riser shown on E-2.0 is provided for design intent only.
Where is the data closet in relation to the area of work? The data closet is located in Room 008, the maintenance closet.
What panel brand and breaker types are in panel EP? The manufacturer and breaker type for existing Panel EP are not identified in the drawings. The contractor shall field verify the panel information prior to bid. New breakers shall have the same electrical characteristics and be listed and compatible with the existing panelboard.
| Please confirm we are only patching the roof where the old equipment is being removed? | The intent is patch and repair roof to accommodate the proposed work. A full re-roof is not included. |
| The ceiling height calls for 7'-6". The sprinkler main bottom is at 7'-6". You need about 2 1/2" to install the ceiling. How do you want to proceed? | The sprinkler mains shall be raised with branch lines to accommodate the proposed ceiling throughout. |
| The proposed Ground Floor Plan on drawing A-1.1 calls for the demising wall between Conference Room A and Office A to be a wall Type 1. The interior Elevations indicate an existing CMU wall to be painted. Please advise. | The wall will remain CMU and finished per the interior elevations. |
| Is all the existing flooring to be removed or is only the flooring in Conference Room B being removed as indicated on drawing A-1.0? | One conference room will have flooring removed, slab patched as required, and new carpet tile provided per the drawings. Protect flooring to remain as shown on A-1.0 |
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