S05 - RFI - 01-02 Combined.docx

1. Could the VA please provide a ‘detailed’ Scope of Work for each area to be remediated for the water/mold damage. The Water Mitigation and Build Back sections in the Description of Work are not detailed enough. Reference included mold protocol

2. Prior to the start of the project, the VA will be assisting in the removal of the equipment from each area and then put it back in place at the end of the project.

This will be on the GC to remove and store until complete. Storage must be temperature controlled. GC shall inventory all equipment for removal and reinstall. VA will verify GC inventory for all equipment during removal and reinstall.

3. Is there a designated area set aside to store all equipment that has been removed from the affected areas? NO

4. Will built-in desks, cabinets and gym equipment be required to be removed and re-installed by the Contractor?

Only the gym equipment will be removed

5. The walls are currently covered by wallpaper. Will new wallpaper be installed on the walls, or will they be painted ? GC will remove wallpaper, build back is paint.

6. What is the height of the removal of drywall materials? Reference included mold protocol

7. Will the door frames be required to be repainted? Yes

8. What type of flooring will be installed? VA provided samples for each specific location

9. Will a certification be required for mold remediation? Yes, by VA 3rd party

10. If handrails are to be removed and replaced, will they be required to be anti-ligature proof? They are not required to be anti-ligature, but need to be reused, if possible, if not as specified by VA Interior Design.

11. Please identify on a map, the location where a dumpster can be placed for construction debris. This will be coordinated during preconstruction meetings.

12. Missing Floorplans, Moisture Maps & Drawings, Please provide the complete floorplans, moisture maps, and all drawings/spec sheets referenced in the solicitation and shown during the site visit, including Building 29 (A1011/A1011-A/A1011-G), Building 1 (Room 530), all 5th-floor corridor areas, and all A.5 referenced specification documents. Reference map in mold protocol.

13. Asbestos Survey & Mold Remediation Protocol, Please provide the latest asbestos survey and mold remediation protocol referenced in the SOW. Reference included mold protocol

14. Building 1 5th Floor Corridor Scope Clarification, Please confirm whether the 5th floor hallway, elevator waiting room, and the patient area beyond the double doors are included in the project scope. For the 5th floor reference mold remediation protocol and floor plan for finishes.

15. Flooring Quantities & Material Breakdown, Please confirm the total square footage of flooring requiring removal/replacement, including rolls vs. tiles, transition locations, and any subfloor preparation requirements. See floor plans provided

16. Door & Hardware Replacement Scope, Please identify which doors require replacement, whether frames require replacement, and provide all required hardware sets. Reference included mold protocol

17. Drywall Replacement Extent, Please confirm whether any walls require full-height demolition beyond the 2-foot removal described in the SOW. Reference included mold protocol

18. Furniture & Equipment Removal Responsibilities, Please confirm whether the contractor or the VA is responsible for removal and reinstallation of furniture/equipment.

SEE questions 2&4

19. Furniture/Equipment Storage Location, If contractor removal is required, please confirm whether the VA will provide onsite secure storage or if offsite storage is required SEE questions 2&4

20. Work Hours, Occupancy Restrictions & Noise Limits, Please confirm whether any areas require after-hours work, and specify noise/odor restrictions.

Coordinate with COR for after hours work

21. Containment, Negative Air & HVAC Requirements, Please confirm containment specifications, negative-air pressure requirements, ACH requirements, and whether tie-in to building HVAC is allowed.

ICRA LEVEL III see provided

22. Utility Shutdown Coordination, Please confirm any required plumbing, electrical, or mechanical shutdowns and the notification requirements for each.

Shut down must be coordinated with COR and VA and meet safety requirements ie. Lockout tag out

23. Hazardous Material & Mold Debris Disposal Requirements, Please confirm disposal procedures, manifest requirements, staging areas, and approved disposal locations.

Disposal of hazardous materials are the GC’s responsibility and must dispose of properly

24. Required Submittals List, Please confirm all required submittals, including materials, equipment, containment plans, safety plans, and compliance documentation.

All submittals will be provided in construction meeting and must be submitted to the COR and VA for approval.

Example: Action prevention plan, Activity hazardous analysis, lock/tag out plan, hot work permit if required, dust mitigation plan etc. All must be submitted 2weeks prior to start any work.