Question and Answer - 19SA7024Q0027 (Answered).pdf
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This document is a Question and Answer (Q&A) related to a federal contract opportunity for the replacement of a natural grass area with outdoor artificial grass, solicitation # 19SA7024Q0027.
The key details include:
- Vendor questions and government responses regarding placement of cement tiles, electrical work (installation of outdoor waterproof pop-up floor outlets, electrical distribution panels, and outdoor wall-mount lighting), lawn edging and stone landscape, and specifications for the durable rubberized layer and gravel/subbase for the artificial turf.
- The electrical layout and additional details are provided as attachments to the solicitation.
- The lawn edging will remain consistent with the existing design, and pictures will be shared.
- The size of the gravel/subbase and specifications for the durable rubberized layer will depend on the type of artificial grass proposed by the contractor.
- Dumpster location options are provided, either inside the embassy or outside the swing gates.
- Adjustments to the slope and drainage system are discussed.
- Lighting and outlet height specifications are provided.
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QUESTION* AND ANSWER
REPLACE THE NATURAL GRASS AREA WITH OUTDOOR ARTIFICIAL GEASS
SOLICITATION # 19SA7024Q0027
Q1. Cement Tile Placement: Could you provide any drawings, pictures, or specific details regarding A1. the placement of cement tiles (42 square meters) around the area? Specifically, we need information on where the tiles should be located, especially next to the wall and around the supporting columns. Pictures of those spaces would be very helpful.
The relevant drawings were included in the solicitation. Pictures will be shared to the procurement agent
Q2. Electrical Work: We understand that the electrical panel needs to be relocated, but there’s also additional electrical work required:
A2. No panel will be relocated Qa. Installation of six 3-phase outdoor waterproof-rated pop-up floor outlets (UL listed).
YES
Qb. Installation of twenty 1-phase outdoor waterproof-rated pop-up floor outlets (2 meters apart along both sides).
Approximately 2 meters apart, Duplex outlets, IP65, pop-up type.
Qc. Installation of a wall-mounted main electrical distribution panel (outdoor IP65 weatherproof 36-Way, 200A main breaker).
1. Supply a Distribution Panel for 220V Power: 160-200A adjustable trip main breaker rating and 36 branch circuits composed of 3x16A 2P, 3x20A 2P, 3x32A 2P, and 6x32A 3P.
(location is near the guard tower approximately 45 m. minimum cable size is 5x120mm2
Cu/PVC/XLPE.)
2. Supply a distribution panel for 220V Power: 80-125A adjustable trip main breaker rating and 24 branch circuits composed of x16A 2P, 3x20A 2P, 3x32A 2P, and 2x32A 3P.
(Location is near the corner of the flagpole area approximately 95 m. minimum cable size is 5x70mm2 Cu/PVC/XLPE.)
Qd. Installation of six 6W, 3000K modern outdoor wall-mount lights (porch lamps).
Wall lights design attached in the SOW, 6-7W, 3000K, IP65 rated, spaced 2-2.4m apart. Switching system will be alternate and piped with EMT conduit fastened on the wall.
Qe. Could you provide site drawings or further details about the location of these electrical outlets and lighting, along with distances between power points and the main electrical source?
Ae. The electrical layout was provided as an attachment in the PR. Locations of the additional panels are mentioned during the site visit, and additional details were given in the Q&A file of the generator platform project in conjunction with this project.
Q3. Lawn Edging and Stone Landscape: Could you provide specifications or designs for the lawn edging with stone landscape, including any modeling, pictures, or details on the area, quantity, and location?
A3. The lawn edging will remain consistent with the existing design. I will share pictures.
*Note: no edits were made to the original questions submitted by vendors.
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Q4. Durable Rubberized Layer: We would appreciate any further details on the specification of the durable rubberized layer that will provide a soft, natural feel for the artificial turf. Any guidance or pictures would help us select the appropriate material.
A4. The specifications for the durable rubberized layer will depend on the type of artificial grass proposed by the contractor.
Q5. What's the size of the gravel or subbase?
A5. The size of the gravel or subbase will depend on the type of artificial grass proposed by the contractor
Q6. Where can we keep the dumpster? Is this possible to keep the dumpster inside the embassy (nearer to the site) A6. It is possible to keep the dumpster inside the embassy, pending further approvals from the security team. Otherwise, it can be kept outside the swing gates on the empty road.
Q7. During site visit, it is observed that the slope is towards the corner of the gate, if we adjust the A7. level to the walkway or curb stone at each corner. The we'll have to install the drainpipe from that corner instead of the center or two pipes, from the center and other from the corner.
Yes, if the level is adjusted to align with the walkway corner, it will be necessary to install the drainpipe from the corner. This adjustment will help ensure proper drainage
Q8. What is the size of the cables needed to be used for outlets and lights.
A8. Answered in Question 2, part C.
Q9. At what height from the ground lights and outlets should be?
A9. The outlets are pop-up type floor mounted; the lights height will be approximately 180-200cm from the level floor.
Q10. can you provide model number of the lights or locally available one brands preferences?
A10. The same design of lights is available in the local market from ultralight.
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