RFI Response - Solicitation 36C24825R0079.xlsx

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Attached to: Construction - (PROJ 546-22-110) - Construct a New Boiler Building and Controls in the Old Incinerator Area Expand/Move Graphic Control
Solicitation number: 36C24825R0079
Issued by: Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 8

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This file is a Request for Information (RFI) log for a VA Healthcare Systems boiler expansion project (Project #546-22-110) at the Miami VA location. The solicitation (36C24825R0079) is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and involves constructing a new boiler building and controls in the old incinerator area. The RFI contains 103 detailed questions and answers covering multiple technical disciplines including mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing, fire protection, security, architectural, and building systems integration.

Key technical details include constructing new boilers with temporary boiler systems, complex integration requirements for building automation systems, security infrastructure, fire protection systems, and extensive commissioning processes. The project has a 730-calendar day period of performance with $10,000 per day liquidated damages, requires comprehensive submittals, and involves working within an active VA healthcare facility with strict operational constraints. Critical project elements include contaminated soil management, utility shutdowns, groundwater monitoring, and coordination with VA clinical operations, with all construction materials and equipment being the prime contractor's responsibility and required to comply with approved drawings and specifications.

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Miami VA Healthcare Systems RFI Log
Project Name: Boiler Expansion
Project #: 546-22-110
RFI #	Rec Date	Question	VA Response	Resp Date	TURN AROUND
001	1/8/26	Regarding ATTACHMENT 8 - Drawings 1 of 3; ATTACHMENT 9 - Drawings 2 of 3; ATTACHMENT 10 - Drawings 3 of 3: It would appear the drawings that were issued with the solicitation package on 12/16/2025 are not full size and are also not searchable (OCR-enabled) PDFs. We respectfully request a full size set of searchable drawings.	Submitted Drawings were checked and no discrepancy was found.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
002	1/8/26	Regarding Addendum 1 and Addendum 2 and the accompanying documents for each: These addendums contain updates / revisions to the drawings and specifications. We respectfully request a conformed (Issued for Construction) set of full size searchable drawings and a conformed (IFC) set of specifications.	Submitted Drawings and Addendums were checked and no discrepancy was found. Pls reference to the submitted documents.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
003	1/8/26	SF 1442 establishes a mandatory Period of Performance of 730 calendar days from Notice to Proceed. The Contract Documents, however, include multiple specification-driven activities that must occur in a strictly sequential manner and cannot be meaningfully overlapped without deviating from the requirements of the Contract. The work requires completion and approval of coordinated layout drawings prior to preparation of delegated hanger and support design calculations as required by UFGS 23 21 11. The delegated design calculations cannot be finalized until routing, loading, and support spacing are established through the coordinated layout process. These activities are therefore inherently serial and must be completed in full before permanent mechanical and electrical installation may commence. In addition, the Contract requires installation, startup, commissioning, and Government acceptance of temporary boiler systems prior to any demolition or disruption of existing steam systems. The temporary boiler systems function as a complete operational utility plant and must be fully accepted before permanent system cutovers may begin, further extending the front-end critical path of the project. The back-end of the project is similarly constrained by specification-mandated sequencing. Permanent boiler plant startup must be followed by VHA Boiler Plant Safety Device Testing. Any deficiencies identified during safety device testing require corrective action and subsequent re-testing prior to proceeding to functional performance testing. Only after completion of functional performance testing may Owner training, O&M documentation, and the required 21-day operational proving period occur. These activities are sequential in nature and cannot be compressed without compromising safety, operational reliability, or compliance with the Contract Documents. When the cumulative duration of these required serial activities is considered, the Contractor is concerned that the 730-calendar-day Period of Performance may not reasonably accommodate the full scope of work as specified, particularly when coupled with liquidated damages of $10,000 per calendar day. Clarification is requested as to whether the Government intends the stated Period of Performance to include all required commissioning, testing, corrective action, training, and the full 21-day operational proving period, or whether additional consideration is contemplated to align the Period of Performance with the specification-required sequencing of the work.	Project Period of Performance shall include all required commissioning, testing, corrective action, training, the full operational period and close out documents.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
004	1/8/26	The Contract establishes liquidated damages of $10,000 per calendar day for late completion while also requiring continuous operation of temporary boiler systems until permanent system acceptance. Extended operation of temporary boiler systems results in substantial, unavoidable daily costs to the Contractor, including equipment rental, consumables, required inspections, and preventive maintenance. These costs are incurred specifically to maintain uninterrupted Medical Center operations and directly mitigate the impacts that liquidated damages are intended to address. Given that extended temporary boiler operation already imposes significant daily costs that function as a form of liquidated damages, clarification is requested as to whether the Government intends: to reduce the daily liquidated damages rate, to suspend liquidated damages during periods when temporary boiler systems are operational and maintaining full service, or to allow documented temporary boiler operation costs to offset liquidated damages on a dollar-for-dollar basis. This clarification is requested to avoid double-counting of delay impacts and to align the liquidated damages structure with the actual operational risks addressed by the temporary boiler systems.	Government does not intends to remove, reduce or temporary suspend the daily liquidated damages rate. They are meant to protect the Government against Prime Contractor's Actions that will jeopardize VA Critical mission.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
005	1/8/26	The Contractor requests clarification on payment for boiler equipment work-in-place during fabrication: Boiler manufacturers require milestone payments for items such as engineering, submittals, major equipment procurement, and fabrication/readiness for shipment, which occur prior to delivery to the site. Please confirm whether the Government will allow progress payments for completed and accepted milestone deliverables, provided the equipment is identified and maintained in a bonded warehouse or manufacturer’s facility in accordance with FAR payment-for-work-in-place requirements. If acceptable, the Contractor proposes to include these items in the Schedule of Values as defined milestone payments tied to verifiable deliverables. Please advise whether this approach is acceptable under the solicitation.	Government will allow progress payments only on completed or purchased items, provided the items or equipment are properly identified and maintained in a bonded warehouse or manufacturer’s facility at no cost to the government. Also, government shall not be responsible for any storage damage; if it happens, the Prime Contractor shall be responsible to restore or purchase the equipment and any time delay associated.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
006	1/8/26	Factor 2: Past Performance (Relevant and Recent): In lieu of completed Past Performance Surveys, we respectfully request that the Government allow for the submission of CPARS evaluations. The reason being is several of our project references have stated that they will not complete Past Performance Surveys/Questionnaires if a CPARS evaluation already exists. Additionally, some of our project references have either retired or moved to other agencies and obtaining completed surveys/questionnaires from them has been difficult.	Prime Contractor Shall Comply with All Evaluation Factors and Subfactors. No Exception.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
007	1/8/26	Does pricing for equipment on the schedule sheet have to be used, or can we provide alternative brands?	Equipment Shall and Must Meet All Requirements as per the SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
008	1/8/26	Contaminated Soil Quantities: Please confirm quantities and classification of contaminated soils anticipated beyond those identified in the contract documents.	Reference to the DERM Documents Provided.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
009	1/8/26	Boiler Procurement Responsibility: Please confirm whether boilers and major mechanical equipment are contractor-furnished or government-furnished.	New and Temporary Boilers and their ancillary equipment are Contractor's Responsibility. Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
010	1/8/26	BAS Integration Scope: Please clarify extent of BAS integration, graphics development, and software licensing requirements.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
011	1/8/26	Fire Protection / Fire Alarm Scope Confirmation: Please confirm whether the boiler building is to be fully sprinklered under this contract and provide the Fire Protection and Fire Alarm drawings/spec sections (sprinkler layout, valve riser, tie-in point, alarm devices, acceptance testing requirements). If not included, please confirm it is NIC (Not In Contract).	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
012	1/8/26	Complete Drawing Set Confirmation: Confirm that Attachments 8, 9, and 10 represent the complete contract drawing set for bidding. If not, issue the full drawing set and identify the controlling revisions/addenda.	All required Project Documents including the Addendums were provided. There is no additional info.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
013	1/8/26	Dust Monitoring & Stop-Work Allowance: Confirm whether contractor shall include continuous dust monitoring personnel, equipment, and stop-work downtime as part of base bid or if impacts are reimbursable.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
014	1/8/26	Groundwater Monitoring Responsibility: Confirm whether groundwater sampling, lab testing, and reporting during construction is Owner-performed or Contractor-performed, including construction-triggered events.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26
015	1/8/26	Contaminated Soil Limits & Disposal: Confirm anticipated contaminated soil quantities, waste classification, and disposal profile to be used for bidding. Clarify treatment of additional contamination encountered.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
016	1/8/26	Physical Security Scope Definition: Confirm exact fencing type (ARX or equivalent), height, anti-ram barrier extents, and gate requirements included in the base bid.	Reference to the documents provided for Physical Security.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
017	1/8/26	PACS & SCC Integration Responsibility: Confirm whether contractor is responsible for furnishing, programming, and integrating PACS devices and SSTV cameras into the VA Security Control Center.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
018	1/8/26	SSTV Camera Type & Quantities: Confirm SSTV camera type (multi-sensor), quantities, mounting, and LPR programming requirements for the project.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
019	1/8/26	HEOC Blast Protection Contingency: Confirm blast-resistant construction is excluded from base bid unless expressly directed by modification and identify bidding basis.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26
020	1/8/26	Boiler Blowdown & Drain Coordination: Please clarify final routing, termination points, and treatment requirements for boiler blowdown and condensate piping. Contractor pricing is based on currently shown connections only; additional treatment systems or rerouting shall constitute a change.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
021	1/8/26	Blow-Off Valve Orientation (Handing): Confirm required Yarway blow-off valve handing/orientation for each boiler location to avoid procurement conflicts.	Blow Off Valves Shall be installed as per the approved drawings. Exact Location and its orientation, could be field verify.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
022	1/8/26	Addenda & Revision Control: Provide a list of all addenda and revised sheets affecting Attachments 8, 9, and 10 and identify the latest controlling revisions.	All required Project Documents including the Addendums were provided. There is no additional info.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
023	1/8/26	Blow-Off Valve Orientation (Handing): Please confirm required blow-off valve orientation per boiler to ensure proper procurement and installation.	Blow Off Valves Shall be installed as per the approved drawings. Exact Location and its orientation, could be field verify.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
024	1/8/26	BAS / Controls Integration Scope: Please clarify the level of BAS integration required to ensure alignment with existing VA systems and commissioning expectations.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
025	1/8/26	Temporary Boiler & Cutover Sequencing: Please advise on expected boiler cutover sequencing and any temporary boiler requirements to coordinate installation and commissioning.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
026	1/8/26	Shutdown Windows & Off-Hour Work: Please provide guidance on preferred shutdown windows to allow coordination with VA operations.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26
027	1/8/26	Commissioning & Startup Scope: Please clarify commissioning expectations to ensure adequate coordination and scheduling.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
028	1/8/26	Limits of Contaminated Soils: Please define the anticipated horizontal and vertical limits of contaminated soils to be encountered during excavation. Confirm the basis of bid quantities and whether additional contamination beyond these limits will be treated as a differing site condition.	Reference to the Project and DERM Documents Provided.	1/9/26
029	1/8/26	Soil Classification & Disposal Profile: Please confirm the waste classification(s) and disposal profile(s) to be used for contaminated soils during construction. Clarify whether all excavated material is to be assumed contaminated or if clean soils may be segregated and reused.	Reference to the Project and DERM Documents Provided.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
030	1/8/26	Dust Monitoring & Stop-Work Authority: Please clarify who has authority to issue stop-work directives related to dust exceedances, the allowable duration of stoppages, and whether contractor standby time resulting from dust exceedances is compensable.	It is the Prime Contractor Responsibility to mainatain the Construction Dust Level within the adequate parameters at all time. Safety, Infection Control, Clinical Stafft and VA Police can requested to the Project COR to temporary stop a particular activity that is creating an excessive construction dust.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
031	1/8/26	Groundwater Encounter & Dewatering: If groundwater is encountered during excavation, please clarify whether dewatering is permitted, where discharge is allowed, and whether treatment, sampling, or disposal is required. Confirm responsibility for associated costs.	Since the VA is the AHJ, dewatering permit is not required; but Contractor Shall Fallow the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) guidelines if dewatering is required and shall be responsible for all associated costs.	1/16/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
032	1/8/26	Groundwater Monitoring During Construction: Please confirm whether groundwater monitoring during construction is Owner-performed or Contractor-performed, and whether construction-triggered monitoring events are included in the contractor’s scope.	Reference to the Project and DERM Documents Provided.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
033	1/8/26	Stockpiling Requirements: Please identify approved locations, containment requirements, and allowable durations for on-site stockpiling of contaminated soils, if permitted.	Stationed Area will be provided next to the Temp Boilers. Reference to the Project's Documents.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
034	1/8/26	Pavement & Surface Restoration Limits: Please define limits and standards for pavement, striping, signage, and surface restoration affected by construction activities beyond the immediate excavation footprint.	Reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
035	1/8/26	Existing Underground Utilities: Please clarify responsibility for locating, protecting, relocating, or abandoning undocumented underground utilities encountered during excavation.	Prime Contractor is Responsible for the entire Construction, including GPR.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
036	1/8/26	Site Access & Haul Routes: Please confirm approved haul routes, equipment access limitations, and any security screening requirements affecting civil construction activities.	Station and Permanent Crane Area are provided. For Badging, reference to the Project SOW.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
037	1/8/26	Electrical Drawing Package Confirmation (Critical): Confirm whether a complete Electrical drawing set (Division 26/27/28) exists for this project. If so, issue the full IFB/IFC electrical set including one-lines, panel schedules, site power/duct bank plans, grounding details, lighting plans, and communications/security pathways. Bid is based only on electrical scope explicitly shown within Attachments 8–10.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
038	1/8/26	Point of Connection / Source Capacity: Identify the exact point(s) of connection for all new boiler building electrical loads (gear/panel ID, location, breaker size, trip type, and available spare capacity). Contractor pricing excludes upgrading or replacing existing upstream distribution unless explicitly shown.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
039	1/8/26	Emergency Power Loads & Source: Confirm which loads are required to be served by emergency power and identify the EP source (ATS/EP panel/generator capacity). Bid excludes unshown EP distribution modifications or ATS additions.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
040	1/8/26	Division of Responsibility Matrix (Controls Power & Comms): Provide a responsibility matrix defining Division 25 vs Division 26 scope for controls power and communications: branch circuiting, conduit, cable/fiber, switches, gateways, terminations, programming, graphics, and licensing.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
041	1/8/26	Electrical Studies & Data Requirements: Confirm whether contractor must provide short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studies (and labels) for the new work and any affected existing gear. Provide available utility fault current and upstream protective settings.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/9/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
042	1/8/26	Grounding/Bonding Design Basis: Confirm grounding/bonding requirements: ground ring (Y/N), rods quantity/location, bonding of structural steel, piping systems, and skids. Confirm test requirements and deliverables.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
043	1/8/26	Shutdown Windows & Access Constraints: Confirm outage windows, escort requirements, and whether off-hours/weekend work is required for electrical tie-ins.	All required Utilities Shutdowns shall be coordinated in advance with the Project COR. Reference to the Project SOW.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
044	1/8/26	Division 28 Power/UPS/Pathways & Integration: Confirm Division 28 scope includes device power, UPS, conduit, cabling/fiber, poles/mounts, and integration requirements. Bid excludes VA head-end programming, SCC integration, and licensing unless expressly assigned.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
045	1/8/26	BAS Integration Deliverables: Please define the complete BAS integration deliverables required for this project, including (at minimum) graphics development, alarms, trending, point mapping, naming conventions, and operator training.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
046	1/8/26	Master Point List / I-O Schedule: Provide a complete BAS point list/I-O schedule for all boiler plant equipment and auxiliaries, including sensor type, range, accuracy, alarm limits, trend requirements, and final BAS point naming convention.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
047	1/8/26	Controls Architecture & Protocols: Please clarify the intended controls architecture and required protocols/gateways so the BAS integration can be designed and coordinated properly.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
048	1/8/26	Commissioning, FPT/IST Scope, and Witnessing: Please define required functional testing and commissioning scope for BAS/controls, including point-to-point verification, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, witnessing requirements, and documentation format.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
049	1/8/26	Trend/Alarm Matrix: Please provide trend and alarm expectations (intervals, retention, alarm priorities) to ensure the BAS setup meets VA operations requirements.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
050	1/8/26	VA OT/IT Connectivity Requirements: Please provide VA IT/OT requirements and approval process for BAS connectivity (IP/VLAN/approved hardware) to coordinate installation and commissioning.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
051	1/8/26	BAS Graphics Quantity/Standard: Please confirm BAS graphics requirements (quantity and standard templates) so the front-end deliverables are correctly scoped.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
052	1/8/26	Responsibility Matrix (Devices/Power/Panels): Provide a responsibility matrix identifying who furnishes/installs: field sensors, control valves/actuators, VFD interfaces, panel power, UPS, network cabling, conduits, labeling, and OEM interface hardware.	All Construction Materials, Equipment, Controls, Sofware, Hardware, cableling are Prime Contractor Responsibility and Shall Comply with the Approved Drawings, TIL Specs and Buy American Act.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
053	1/8/26	Missing FP/FA Drawings & Specs: Please confirm whether a complete Fire Protection (Div 21) and Fire Alarm (Div 28) drawing/specification package exists for this project. If so, issue the full bid set (sprinkler plans/riser, hazard classification, hydraulic criteria, FA device layouts, FA riser/sequence, battery calcs, notification, interfaces).	FA Drawings are part of the Approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
054	1/8/26	Sprinkler Design Basis / Hazard Classification: Confirm sprinkler hazard classification by area and hydraulic design criteria (density/area, hose allowance), system type (wet/dry), antifreeze restrictions, and whether any special extinguishing system is required.	FA Drawings are part of the Approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
055	1/8/26	Fire Water Service / Backflow / FDC: Provide available water supply test data and confirm required fire service scope including backflow prevention assembly, vault/enclosure, FDC location, and fire line routing.	Reference to the approved FA Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
056	1/8/26	Fire Alarm Scope & Interfaces: Confirm FA scope includes all required initiating devices, notification appliances, monitoring modules for sprinkler supervisory/tamper/waterflow, and any required equipment shutdown interlocks.	Reference to the approved FA Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
057	1/8/26	Door Hold-Open Devices & FA Release: Clarify whether door hold-open devices are required to release upon fire alarm and who provides power, control, and FA interface modules.	Reference to the approved FA Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
058	1/8/26	Supervising Station / Campus FA Integration: Confirm whether the new building FA system must connect to the existing VA campus fire alarm network/supervising station and identify any required proprietary vendor programming.	Reference to the approved FA Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
059	1/8/26	Testing, Inspections, Witness, and Turnover: Confirm required testing/witnessing requirements for sprinkler/FA systems (hydro/flush, alarms/supervisory, acceptance testing), required submittals, and as-built/O&M turnover expectations.	Reference to the project Sow and Approved Construction Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
060	1/8/26	Structural Drawing Completeness: Confirm the complete structural drawing set (S-series) and all addenda/revisions governing foundations, slabs-on-grade, equipment pads, embeds, and anchorage.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
061	1/8/26	Geotechnical Design Criteria for Foundations and Slabs: Provide the geotechnical basis-of-design: allowable soil bearing pressure, required over-excavation/undercut criteria, structural fill requirements, compaction criteria, groundwater assumptions, and slab subgrade parameters (including k-value if used).	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
062	1/8/26	Equipment Reactions, Dynamic Loads, and Anchor Rod Templates: Provide equipment reaction loads and anchorage requirements for all major mechanical equipment supported on pads (boilers, pumps, tanks, skids, blowdown equipment), including dynamic factors/vibration criteria and anchor rod templates.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
063	1/8/26	Equipment Pad Design Requirements: Confirm pad requirements including thickness, reinforcement, dowel/connection to SOG, housekeeping pad heights, grout type, and whether pads require isolated joints from surrounding slab.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
064	1/8/26	Slab-on-Grade Design (Thickness/Reinforcing/Joints/Vapor Barrier/FF-FL): Confirm slab-on-grade thickness by area, reinforcement type/size, vapor barrier specification and placement, control/construction/isolation joint layout requirements, and any FF/FL tolerances required for equipment installation.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
065	1/8/26	Embedded Items, Sleeves, and MEP Coordination: Provide requirements for embeds, inserts, blockouts, sleeves, and housekeeping pad penetrations to avoid conflicts with reinforcing.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
066	1/8/26	Unsuitable Soils / Environmental Constraints on Excavation & Compaction: Given the contaminated soil handling requirements, confirm whether proofrolling, undercutting, and structural fill replacement will be limited to defined quantities/limits.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
067	1/8/26	Security Barriers / Blast Wall Contingency Foundations: Confirm whether anti-ram barriers, security fencing foundations, or any blast-resistant screen wall systems are included in base bid scope.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
068	1/8/26	Complete Plumbing Drawing Package: Please confirm whether a complete Plumbing drawing/specification package (Div 22/23 plumbing portions) exists for this project. If so, issue the full bid set including domestic water, sanitary, storm/roof drainage, risers, details, schedules, and utility tie-in details.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
069	1/8/26	Domestic Water Point of Connection / Shutdown Requirements: Identify the exact domestic water point of connection (location, pipe size/material, available pressure/flow, and valve location). Confirm allowable shutdown windows and required VA escorts.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents. All Utilities Shutdowns Shall be coordinated in advance with the Project COR; reference to the Project SOW.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
070	1/8/26	Sanitary Sewer Point of Connection / Inverts / Manholes: Provide the sanitary point of connection, including invert elevations, pipe sizes/materials, and whether connection is to existing manhole, cleanout, or building line. Confirm responsibility for any downstream capacity issues or required repairs.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
071	1/8/26	Storm / Roof Drainage Design Basis and Tie-In: Confirm storm/roof drainage scope and point of connection, including pipe sizes/materials, discharge location, and any required campus stormwater requirements.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
072	1/8/26	Boiler Blowdown / Blowoff / Relief Valve Discharge Destination: Clarify the required method and location for boiler blowdown, blowoff, and relief valve discharge piping. Confirm whether discharge is to sanitary, storm, neutralization system, blowdown separator tank, or other approved receptor.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
073	1/8/26	Chemical Feed / Water Treatment Waste and Neutralization Requirements: Confirm if chemical feed skids, RO/DI systems, softeners, or water treatment regeneration waste are included. If included, identify drain routing and whether pH neutralization or monitoring is required prior to discharge.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
074	1/8/26	Floor Drains, Trench Drains, Primers, and Equipment Room Drainage: Confirm the quantity/location of floor drains/trench drains, trap primers, and any sump/duplex pump systems required for the boiler/equipment rooms.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
075	1/8/26	Backflow Preventer / Meter / Testing Scope: Confirm backflow prevention requirements (RPZ/DCVA), meter requirements, enclosure/vault requirements, and testing/certification responsibility.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
076	1/8/26	Underground Pipe Materials, Sleeving, and Corrosion Protection: Confirm required underground pipe materials (DIP/HDPE/PVC/etc.), sleeving requirements at building entries, and corrosion protection requirements.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
077	1/8/26	Excavation/Restoration Limits for Underground Plumbing Routes: Define restoration limits for underground plumbing work (pavement/sidewalk/curb/landscape/striping) and whether full-depth restoration is required along trench limits.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
078	1/8/26	Complete Division 28 Design Package & Addenda Control: Please confirm whether a complete Division 28 drawing/specification set exists for temporary and permanent security (PACS/CCTV/LPR/lighting/power/pathways/device schedules). If so, issue the full bid set and identify controlling revisions/addenda.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
079	1/8/26	Temporary vs Permanent Security Scope Split (Ownership & Turnover): Please clearly define which security elements are temporary (to be removed at project completion) versus permanent (to be turned over to VA), including responsibilities for maintenance, monitoring, and restoration after removal.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
080	1/8/26	Fence Type, Height, Rating, and Extents: Confirm fence type (e.g., PSRDM ARX/equivalent), height (8’–10’), defeat resistance, and exact limits/linear footage to be included in base bid.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
081	1/8/26	Anti-Ram Barriers (Type, Crash Rating, Extents, Foundations): Confirm anti-ram barrier requirements (type, crash rating if applicable, spacing, total length, anchorage/foundation requirements) and identify where shown on the drawings.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
082	1/8/26	Gates: Quantity, Type, Operators, and Access Control Requirements: Confirm gate quantity/locations, sliding/rolling type, operator requirements, UL325/ASTM standards if applicable, and whether the gates require PACS-controlled operation. Clarify whether VA provides credentialing/PIV management and how 2-factor access is implemented.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
083	1/8/26	PACS Scope: Readers, Panels, Door Hardware Interfaces, Programming: Define PACS scope including readers, control panels, power supplies, door contacts/REX, locks, cabling, conduit, and programming. Confirm what is contractor-provided vs VA-furnished and whether SCC/head-end programming is contractor responsibility.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
084	1/8/26	CCTV/SSTV/LPR Scope: Camera Type, Coverage, Storage, Integration: Confirm camera quantities/locations, camera type (multi-sensor/180/360 where required), LPR requirements, recording/storage requirements, and integration to the VA Security Control Center/VMS.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
085	1/8/26	Network / Cybersecurity Requirements for Security Systems (VA IT/OT): Provide VA requirements for network connectivity for PACS/CCTV/LPR (VLAN/IP addressing, approved switches, cybersecurity constraints, ATO approval lead times).	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
086	1/8/26	Lighting Requirements for Security (Levels, Fixtures, Controls, Emergency): Confirm security lighting scope (fixtures, poles, photometric criteria, control method, emergency power requirements).	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
087	1/8/26	Monitoring, Response, and Acceptance Testing (Who Witnesses, What “Pass” Means): Define acceptance testing requirements for security systems (PACS credential testing, camera coverage verification, SCC integration validation, cutover procedures, documentation/training). Confirm witnessing authority and required closeout deliverables.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
088	1/8/26	Division 27 Communications Scope Clarification: The bid documents (Attachments 8, 9, and 10) do not include Division 27 Communications drawings or specifications (including pathways, backbone/horizontal cabling, telecom rooms, fiber/copper cabling, grounding/bonding, testing, or labeling).	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
089	1/8/26	Complete Architectural Drawing Package: Please confirm whether a complete architectural drawing and specification package (A-series) exists for this project, including plans, elevations, sections, wall types, roof assemblies, door/hardware schedules, finish schedules, and life-safety plans.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
090	1/8/26	Building Envelope Assemblies: Please define wall and roof assemblies including materials, thicknesses, fire ratings, insulation values, vapor/air barrier requirements, and roof membrane system.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
091	1/8/26	Fire Ratings & Life-Safety Requirements: Please identify all required fire-rated walls, floors, roofs, shafts, and penetrations, including fire ratings and UL assemblies.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
092	1/8/26	Door / Frame / Hardware Schedule: Please provide door, frame, and hardware schedules including fire ratings, security requirements, hold-open devices, closers, and environmental ratings.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
093	1/8/26	Interior Finish Requirements: Please define interior finish requirements for floors, walls, and ceilings (if any), including coatings, sealers, and slope-to-drain requirements.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
094	1/8/26	Roof & Wall Penetration Details: Provide architectural details for roof and wall penetrations, curbs, flashing, and waterproofing coordination with mechanical systems.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
095	1/8/26	Temporary vs Permanent Architectural Elements: Please clarify which architectural elements (walls, doors, screens, barriers, finishes) are temporary versus permanent and define restoration requirements after removal.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
096	1/8/26	ADA / Accessibility Requirements: Confirm whether the boiler building is subject to ADA/accessibility requirements and identify any required accessible routes, doors, signage, or clearances.	Reference to the approved Construction Drawings and Documents.	1/12/26
097	1/8/26	Liquidated Damages: The solicitation establishes liquidated damages at $10,000.00 per calendar day for failure to complete the work within the contract time. Please confirm that, pursuant to FAR 52.242-17 (Government Delay of Work), FAR 52.243-4 (Changes), and applicable VAAR clauses, the Contractor shall be entitled to contract time extensions and equitable adjustments for delays that are caused, directed, or controlled by the Government, and that liquidated damages shall not be assessed during such periods of excusable delay. Additionally, please confirm that delays associated with Government-directed changes, late responses to RFIs/submittals, restricted site access, security approvals, inspections, or other Government-controlled activities shall be treated as excusable, non-compensable or compensable delays as applicable under the contract, and shall relieve the Contractor from exposure to liquidated damages for the impacted period.	Contracting Officer shall respond to the first part of the question (Applicable FARs). Regarding Regarding the Government Controlled Activities; if the Government does not comply within the require time and creates construction delays, Contractor shall not be responsible and or liable.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
098	1/8/26	Period of Performance Adequacy / Request for POP Extension: Based on a detailed review of the solicitation, drawings, specifications, and required coordination across multiple disciplines, the Contractor has concerns that the current Period of Performance (POP) may not adequately account for the magnitude and complexity of the work, including but not limited to: Extensive submittal development and multi-discipline coordination, Government review and approval cycles for submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings, Long-lead procurement of major equipment and systems (boilers, electrical gear, BAS, fire alarm, security systems, etc.), Integration and commissioning requirements involving multiple Government stakeholders, Security, environmental, and access constraints associated with the project location. Please confirm whether the Government has considered extending the Period of Performance to allow sufficient time for complete submittal development, Government review/approval, procurement, installation, testing, and acceptance. Specifically, please advise whether the Government would consider an extension to the Period of Performance to reasonably accommodate these requirements and mitigate schedule risk for both parties.	Contractor shall have the adequate personnel, capacity, level of coordination and subcontractor control to properly handle the magnitud of this project. Contractor shall submit all Material's and Equipment Submittals upfront and have all required materials on hand prior to start. Only for Long Lead Items, with the proper supporting documents, government could considere extend the Project POP at no cost to the government and no liquidated damages will apply.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
099	1/8/26	Working Hours / After-Hours / Weekend Work Clarification: The Solicitation establishes normal VA working days and hours as weekday daytime operations (Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays). The Contract Documents do not clearly state whether after-hours, weekend, or holiday work is required or anticipated as part of the base scope. Please confirm the following: That contractor pricing and scheduling may be based on normal VA working hours only (weekday daytime operations). That any work required outside normal working hours (including nights, weekends, holidays, or extended shifts) will: Require prior VA approval, and Be considered outside the base scope and addressed by equitable adjustment for time and cost, including premium labor and extended general conditions. Bid pricing and schedule are based on performance during normal VA working hours only unless otherwise directed in writing.	Contractor can work M-F from 6 AM to 6 PM. If Contractor requires to work after hours or weekends, it could be arranged with previous coordination with the Project COR. This is a Fix Firm Price Contract.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
100	1/8/26	Equipment Staging, Crane Operations, Truck Traffic, and Material Haul-Off: The Contract Documents do not clearly define available areas or constraints for construction staging, including equipment laydown, crane operations, truck access, and soil/material haul-off, particularly in relation to active VA operations and loading dock areas. Please clarify the following to allow accurate pricing and scheduling: Equipment & Material Staging: Identify designated areas approved for temporary staging of construction equipment, procured long-lead materials (e.g., boilers, electrical gear, controls panels), and prefabricated assemblies. Confirm whether staging is permitted within or adjacent to the loading dock area, and identify any size, duration, or access limitations. Crane Staging & Heavy Lift Operations: Identify approved crane staging locations, allowable crane types/sizes, and any ground bearing or protection requirements. Confirm whether crane operations may impact adjacent roads, sidewalks, parking areas, or loading docks, and whether flagging, traffic control, or escorts are required. Truck Access & Deliveries: Confirm the number of trucks allowed on site concurrently, approved delivery routes, and time-of-day delivery restrictions. Identify whether deliveries must be coordinated through VA security or facility operations and any limits on truck queuing or idling. Soil, Debris, and Material Haul-Off: Clarify approved routes and procedures for haul-off of excavated soil, demolition debris, and excess materials. Confirm whether the loading dock area is available for temporary stockpiling or truck loading, or if alternate haul-off locations must be used. Restoration & Protection Requirements: Identify required protection and restoration measures for pavements, loading docks, curbs, sidewalks, and landscaped areas affected by staging, crane operations, or truck traffic. Contractor pricing and schedule are based on reasonable access to defined staging and haul-off areas. Any restrictions, relocations, off-hour requirements, or additional coordination beyond what is identified in the Contract Documents may result in impacts to cost and time and shall be addressed by modification.	Material Staging Area is inside the perimeter fence next to the Temporary Boilers and the Crane Staging is on the Loading Dock Bay #1.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
101	1/8/26	Geotechnical Report / Subsurface Design Criteria: The Contract Documents reference foundation, slab-on-grade, and underground utility work; however, a project-specific Geotechnical Engineering Report prepared by the Engineer of Record has not been included in the bid documents. Please provide the complete Geotechnical Report, including but not limited to: Soil borings and laboratory test results, Allowable soil bearing pressures, Recommended foundation types and design parameters, Slab-on-grade design criteria (including modulus of subgrade reaction, undercut requirements, and fill recommendations), Groundwater information and dewatering considerations, Requirements for handling unsuitable or contaminated soils, Pavement, crane, and heavy equipment loading recommendations. Bid pricing and schedule are based on assumed standard subsurface conditions in the absence of a Geotechnical Report. Any subsurface conditions, undercutting, dewatering, soil improvement, or foundation requirements identified after bid that differ from standard assumptions may result in impacts to cost and time and shall be addressed by equitable adjustment.	All require construction documents including the Geotechnical Study were provided.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
102	1/8/26	Is there a need to replace/install an incinerator?	This project is for the Boiler Expansion, on the old Incinerator area.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
103	1/8/26	Does pricing for equipment on the schedule sheet have to be used, or can we provide alternative brands?	All equipment shall and must comply with the drawings specifications and Buy American Act.	1/12/26	ERROR:#VALUE!
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