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Questions and Answers

Grant Pool Repairs

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The SOW states to reference telecom sheet attached. There were not any drawings regarding the telecom OSP pathways / Manhole locations etc.

Answer: The telecom sheet is attached to the amendment.

Is the concrete around the bottom of the perimeter fence to be removed and replaced?

Answer: The concrete around the perimeter fence is not being removed.

Is the concrete surrounding the perimeter of the pool, where the fence is located, to be removed and replaced?

Answer: The concrete around the perimeter fence is not being removed.

Does “replace all electrical conduits in Chemical House B166” mean all existing electrical conduit and wiring in the building, or only conduit associated with the equipment being replaced?

Answer: The contractor is to replace all existing electrical conduit as referenced in the SOW. The existing wiring will also be replaced due to the sub-panel relocation. SOW is updated to call out SCH 80 PVC for the interior of B167. B166 was a typo and has been corrected to B167.

Are the existing underwater-light niches, transformers and junction boxes intended to be reused if they are in acceptable condition?

Answer: The Electrical Work section states: "Replace eight (8) underwater pool lights with new LED underwater luminaires... All existing light niches and penetrations shall be inspected, cleaned, and repaired to a fully watertight condition."

Transformers/junction boxes shall not be reused.

Box 11 on the SF1442 states that the period of performance is 365 calendar days.

Section F indicates that the delivery period is 270 calendar days. Please advise on the correct period of performance for this project.

Answer: Both dates have been adjusted to approximately 250 days or 15 May 2027 depending on when the contract is ready and signed.

Section J of the SF1442 indicates that the solicitation package contains Attachment 0004 "Telecom Details - Grant Poolhouse Cable Repair". This attachment is not available on sam.gov for download. Please provide.

Answer: The telecom sheet is attached to the amendment.

Please advise anticipated timeframe for when you expect the project to start.

Answer: Anticipated award date is 30 September 2026. Actual construction start date is up to the contractor and will need approved on the schedule submittal.

Please clarify the required onsite staffing for this project. Are dedicated full-time Superintendent, SSHO, and Quality Control Manager personnel required throughout construction?

If dedicated full-time Superintendent, SSHO, and QCM personnel are required, will the Government permit the Superintendent to serve in a dual- or triple-hat capacity, provided the individual meets all contract qualification requirements?

Answer: Superintendent and Quality Control need to be full-time and cannot be the same person. Either person can be the SSHO.

Additionally, please identify the minimum qualifications, certifications, and experience required for the Superintendent, SSHO, and QCM positions, including whether any specific training or certifications are mandatory.

Answer: There are no additional requirements unless outlined in the Solicitation.

The Statement of Work identifies the project as "Base – Section 1" and subsequently defines Section 2 and Section 3, which appears to imply a base scope with additional work items.

However, Section B of the solicitation includes only two CLINs: CLIN 0001 – Grant Pool Repairs and CLIN 0002 – Bond.

Please clarify whether all work described in Sections 1, 2, and 3 of the Statement of Work is to be included under CLIN 0001 as a single lump-sum bid, or if the Government intended to establish separate base and/or option CLINs for portions of the work. If the latter, will the Government issue a revised bid schedule?

Answer: The SOW has been revised to show the new CLIN schedule. CLIN-01 (Pool Structure, Equipment, Electrical), CLIN-02 (Mechanical Yard Structure, B155 Repairs), CLIN-03 (Exposed Aggregate – PebbleTech), CLIN-04 (Epoxy Pool Coating System), CLIN-05 (Bond).

The contractor shall price both CLIN-03 and CLIN-04. The Government will decide which pool finish (CLIN-03 Exposed Aggregate Finish or CLIN-04 Epoxy Pool Coating) will be awarded.

We understand that Grant Park is undergoing a multiphase improvement program addressing various park deficiencies/upgrades. Please advise whether any currently planned or upcoming phases of work will occur concurrently with this project. If so, please identify the anticipated scope, schedule, and any expected impacts to contractor access, staging, utility outages, or construction operations associated with the pool renovation.

Answer: The next phase of park improvements (demolition and replacement of the southern basketball court and eastern sidewalks) is strictly contingent upon available funding and is not guaranteed to occur. The pool contractor will be provided dedicated staging space within the adjacent parking lot, sized according to project needs (partial or whole). The contractor shall submit a laydown yard plan for approval by the Government. If the secondary park project is funded and awarded, the work will not impact operations and will not be accepted as a basis for schedule delay.

The parking lot located south of the pool appears to serve pedestrian access to the pickleball courts north of the project area.

Please confirm whether this pedestrian route will remain in use during construction. If so, please clarify the Government's expectations regarding maintenance of pedestrian access and whether a temporary pedestrian routing or protection plan will be required as part of this contract.

Answer: The south route to the park will be unavailable for pedestrian use. The contractor must provide temporary barriers (ex. fencing) as necessary to properly secure the construction site throughout all phases of construction.

Please identify the location(s) designated for contractor laydown, material storage, equipment staging, and temporary construction parking.

Specifically, please confirm whether the Contractor will be permitted to utilize a portion of the adjacent parking lot for these purposes and identify any limitations on the size or duration of the staging area.

Answer: Yes, the contractor will be able to utilize a portion of the parking lot to the south of Grant Pool. The contractor must submit a laydown yard plan for approval.

Please confirm whether the existing restroom facilities within the pool house will be available for Contractor use during construction.

Answer: The pool house will be unavailable for restroom use.

Are there any particular qualifications required for pool subcontractors?

Answer: Yes, contractors must be licensed, insured, and have prior experience with commercial pools.

Upon review of the SOW in conjunction with conversations at the site walk on 8/4/2026, please define the for design services required for this project.

Answer: The contractor is to provide shop drawing submittals for all disciplines. Please refer to the submittal register. Examples include but are not limited to mechanical (pool piping, filtration, pumps), electrical, civil (structural calcs, concrete, footings, rebar, modular shade structure, aggregate installation details), etc.

If design services are required, please provide the anticipated design iterations?

Answer: There will not be standard iterations (35%, 65%, 95%) for the shop drawing submittals. The only possible iterations are if the submittals are disapproved and need to be revised.

Will the contractor be responsible for the cost of filling the pool?

Answer: No

Is 3rd party commissioning required?

Answer: Yes, third party commissioning is required.

Is the contractor responsible for any water treatment?

Answer: Initial chemical treatment will be by the contractor during testing procedures to prevent the growth of algae or other contaminants. Once the system is tested and ready for government use DPW will take over the water treatment.

Is the intention for this pool to remain chlorine or converted to salt-water?

Answer: The pool shall remain chlorine.

Please confirm whether the Contractor should include the removal and replacement of the sand beneath the pool deck as part of the scope.

Answer: Yes, Sand Backfill is Required. Under Trench Backfill and Deck Pourback Performance: "All trenches excavated for the installation of the new gutter system, deck drains, plumbing, and electrical conduits shall be backfilled using clean compactable sand.

The SOW states that damaged electrical conduit and wiring beneath the excavated pool deck will be replaced. Please clarify whether the Contractor is also responsible for restoring (pouring back) the concrete deck following completion of the underground electrical work. If so, please provide the required concrete specifications, thickness, limits of replacement, and any applicable reinforcing requirements.

Answer: The contractor is responsible. Detailed specifications are now provided under Trench Backfill and Deck Pourback Performance:• Strength: Min. 4,500 PSI at 28 days.• Reinforcement: Steel rebar dowels (min. #4 rebar) connecting new pourback to existing deck.• Finish: Must match existing slip-resistant deck finish.• Joints: Expansion and control joints are required. Thickness to match existing.

The SOW states that the Contractor shall reinstall the existing two (2) diving boards, six

(6) pool ladders, slide, and miscellaneous pool equipment. Please confirm that all existing equipment is complete with all required components, hardware, anchors, and attachments necessary for reinstallation. Additionally, please confirm that the existing equipment is intended to be reused in its current condition and is considered compliant with all applicable codes and safety standards. If any equipment is found to be incomplete, damaged, or non-compliant, please clarify whether repair or replacement will be the responsibility of the Contractor or provided by the Government.

Answer: New anchors will be required, the scope has changed to remove the high dive per MWR and to accommodate the possibly of slight water level change. Any of the reinstalled equipment that is found to be damaged prior to the project will be the responsibility of the Government.

During the site visit, it was stated that the intent is for the pool to be operational by Memorial Day. However, the solicitation identifies a 365-calendar-day Period of Performance. Please clarify whether achieving a Memorial Day opening is a contractual requirement. If so, please clarify how this requirement relates to the stated Period of Performance. Please know we do not feel that Memorial Day is a feasible date for this effort considering the amount of evaluation and work to be performed.

Answer: Both dates have been adjusted to approximately 250 days or 15 May 2027 depending on when the contract is ready and signed.

Please provide a detailed history of evaluations, repairs, improvements, alterations, including any drawings, specifications, as-builts, and scope of work of what was completed.

Answer: Documents will be provided for reference.

Please provide the Geotech report for the project site.

Answer: DPW does not have a Geotech report.

Does the existing wet well have to be removed?

Answer: Yes, the wet well needs to be upsized.

Please provide a site survey and elevations for the existing pool, wet well, finished deck, and pool equipment room.

Answer: Existing record drawings will be provided by DPW.

Is the existing concrete pool structure leaking? If so, please provide the approximate leakage rate per day.

Answer: The pool is suspected to leak around the piping penetrations although the approximate leakage rate is not available. The repairs in this contract will fix these issues.

Does a new chemical controller need to be furnished and installed? If so, please provide the required manufacturer/brand.

Answer: The existing chemical feed system will be reused. The contractor needs to install taps off of the new pool piping and install 2-1/2” conduit from the taps to the chemical building for the chemical hoses to be routed through. Contractor to reinstall the chemical hoses from the new taps to the chemical system inside the building.

Does the existing chemical feed system remain in place?

Answer: The existing chemical feed system will be reused. The contractor needs to install taps off of the new pool piping and install 2-1/2” conduit from the taps to the chemical building for the chemical hoses to be routed through. Contractor to reinstall the chemical hoses from the new taps to the chemical system inside the building.

Does the existing paint need to be completely removed down to the concrete substrate?

Answer: Yes, please refer to CLIN-3 section C) Subtrate Preparation Performance of the SOW for specific preparation criteria.

Do all pool expansion and control joints require tile breaks for the plaster finish?

Answer: The SOW has been revised to add verbiage regarding the approved installation methods for exposed aggregate over expansion/control joints. Contractor must refer to the manufacturers’ approved installation methods.

Is there an existing groundwater control/collection manhole or hub? If so, please provide its location and means of access.

Answer: There is existing groundwater control. As-builts to be provided for reference.

Is there an active pool underdrain system in place? If so, please provide its location and means of access.

Answer: There is existing groundwater control. As-builts to be provided for reference.

Please provide the existing utility schedule, including sizes, sources, and locations.

Answer: As-builts to be provided.

Will the pool be winterized full or empty?

Answer: Contractor to determine.

Are new chemical feed systems required?

Answer : The existing chemical feed system will be reused. The contractor needs to install taps off of the new pool piping and install 2-1/2” conduit from the taps to the chemical building for the chemical hoses to be routed through. Contractor to reinstall the chemical hoses from the new taps to the chemical system inside the building.

Are the existing main drains and associated plumbing to remain in place and be reused with the new filtration system?

Answer: The SOW has been revised to include the full replacement of the main drain lines, drain sump, and grate. Please refer to CLIN-01 section K in the SOW.

Is it acceptable to increase the pool depth as required to accommodate the new gutter system?

Answer: Yes, the pool depth can be adjusted but must be identified on the shop drawing submittal for government approval.

Are skimming weirs acceptable for the new gutter system?

Answer: No, needs to be a continuous uniform perimeter weir.

Is Schedule 80 PVC acceptable for pool plumbing?

Answer: Yes, the SOW has been revised to allow use of Schedule 80 PVC for the pool plumbing.

Have the existing main drain lines been pressure tested? If so, please provide the test results.

Answer: DPW does not have the test documentation. The scope has been revised to include the full replacement of the main drain lines, drain sump, and grate. Please refer to CLIN-01 section K in the SOW.

Please clarify whether the required pool finish is paint or plaster, as the SOW references both.

Answer: The SOW has been revised to have CLIN-3 (Exposed Aggregate) and CLIN-4 (Epoxy Pool Coating). The contractor shall provide separate prices for both and the Government will decide which pool finish (CLIN-03 Exposed Aggregate Finish or CLIN- 04 Epoxy Pool Coating) will be awarded.

Who will provide the water required for the 24-hour static water test?

Answer: The Contractor is authorized to utilize the existing water supply taps and connections located at the pool to fill, drain, and test the pool as needed to fulfill the contract requirements at no additional cost for the utility usage.

Is a new water-level controller system required, or is the existing system to be reused?

Answer: Referenced in SW-2 Section 1.6. A new automatic water level control is required.

Please clarify whether safety ropes, floats, cleaning equipment, safety equipment, starting blocks, and other miscellaneous pool equipment are to be included in the Contractor's scope of work.

Answer: No, the items listed are not in the contractor’s scope to install.

Please confirm that the existing structures, foundations, pads, supports, utilities, and other infrastructure designated to remain and/or support new equipment have been evaluated and determined to have adequate capacity for the proposed improvements.

This includes, but is not limited to, the increased loads associated with the new surge tank capacity and other replacement or upgraded equipment. If modifications, reinforcement, or upgrades to existing infrastructure are required to accommodate the new equipment and loads, please identify the required improvements and provide the applicable design criteria.

Answer: Contractor is to determine the necessary reinforcing or modification of the surrounding structure based on their equipment selection and load calculations.

Are the sealants in the pool supposed to be polysulfide or polyurethane?

Answer: The specific product used to seal joints and seams directly adjacent to the PebbleTec finish is Sikasil® Pool (or approved equivalent), which is a high-performance, neutral curing silicone-based sealant designed specifically for constant underwater immersion and chlorine resistance For any other submerged structural concrete joint sealants not directly in contact with the plaster, the Contractor shall utilize a multi-part, chemical-curing polysulfide-based sealant (such as Sika® Duoflex or equivalent) polyurethane-based sealants are not permitted in any submerged pool shell areas