VA261-17-B-0515-A00002001.docx

RFI Questions and Answers

RFI #1

Specification section 11 70 00 indicates which party is responsible for purchasing and installing specific equipment. For equipment mark C1, C2 & C3 it indicates that the equipment is V-C vendor furnished contractor installed. Yet sheet S-4 states that these pieces of equipment are installed by the manufacturer. Looking at sheet S-4 it appears as if the installation is a shared responsibility and that the contractor is responsible for the above ceiling Unistrut, threaded rods and plate. Can the VA confirm that the contractor is only responsible for installing the above ceiling supports and is not reasonable for installing the actual boom and associated accessories/equipment?

Answer: The design team would agree with the assumption that the Contractor is to provide and install the structural supports and points of connection for MEP. The vendor is responsible for installing their actual equipment.

RFI #2

For equipment marked ME-64 and ME-65 is labeled as (V-C/V-V) will the VA clarify/verify what exactly the contractor is to install for these pieces of equipment? It is our understanding that typically the VA hired equipment manufacturer will install all of the equipment and that the contractor is only responsible to install the rough electrical that is marked on the equipment manufactures drawings as being by the contractor, is this the case for this contract?

Answer: The design team would agree with this assumption.

RFI #3

Section 01 35 26, Part 1.07 – Site Safety and Health Officer. Will the VA confirm that the SSHO for this project may also be the same person as the Site Superintendent, or will the SSHO position require a person that only serves in this role?

Answer: The SSHO may be the same person as the site superintendent.

RFI#4

Section 01 35 26, Part 1.13 – Tuberculosis Screening. Will the VA confirm that all workers brought on site for this project must have TB screening within 90 days of their assignment?

Answer: See paragraph 1.13 of revised Spec. Section 01 35 26 attached with Amendment No. 1.

RFI #5

Will the VA require Commissioning of any system or systems for this project? If so, will the VA provide the appropriate Specification Section(s) and advise on who will be hiring the Commissioning Agent for this project?

Answer: No formal commissioning will be required. The contractor will be responsible for commissioning any equipment called out in the specifications.

RFI #6

Sheet AS4-3, Note #3 requires the Contractor to make all roofing repairs required for this project utilizing the same roofing manufacturer and roofing system so as to not void the existing warranty. Will the VA provide the specification for the existing roofing system and the manufacturer warranty information?

Answer: There is no existing warranty on the roof. We do not have the specification as this roof was installed 16 years ago. Make repairs to match existing.

RFI #7

The project identifies lead shielding at Cath Lab and Cardiac CT Scanner Room. Drawings AS9-3 and AS9-3A ceiling and soffit details do not identify attachment of the lead shielding at the ceiling. Please provide details showing how the lead shielding is to be attached at the ceiling.

Answer: For consideration is the Simpson Titen 2 Concrete Screw should structurally be able to secure the sheet to the underside of floor. Here is the link to the screw: https://www.strongtie.com/mechanicalanchors_mechanicalanchoringproducts/ttn2_screw/p/titen-2 We would suggest inquiring with the lead sheet manufacturer for their recommendation for any particular specialty screw/anchor.

RFI #8

Is the pricing schedule to include subcontractors and suppliers bonds and insurance, overhead, and profit?

Answer: The subcontractor's Bonds, OH/P should be included as part of the divisional breakdown. 9. 10. and 11. on the schedule should be the numbers from the prime only.

RFI #9

Please identify the route that we will have to take to ingress and egress people, materials and trash.

Answer: VA suggests using the new north opening along column line TA between column lines T3 and T4 for a trash/personnel exit. Exit out the north doors of Bldg. 700. See pathway on attached sketch labeled RFI #9.

RFI #10

New Proposed NCTC shows on plans in room 1A113. This NCTC will not be necessary as we will be tying to the existing Nurse Call Head End that is existing in room 1A129. Please remove from drawings and update location of existing in Room 1A129.

Answer: VA confirms that head end is in Room 1A129.

RFI #11

Nurse Call spec section 27 52 23 was omitted from the project spec. Please see attached West-Com VA Spec. Can this Spec be inserted for the project? This Spec matches existing system for all Nurse Call in building 700.

Answer: Yes. See attached West Com Spec. Section 27 52 23.

RFI #12

Proposal RFI #1 – Please specify the work hours for this project. Will the workspace we occupied during each phase of work?

Answer: For each phase of construction, the areas within the construction area will be unoccupied, but all the existing areas outside of the phasing boundary will remain operational. Reference Drawing AS1-1 FIRST FLOOR CONSTRUCTION PHASING PLAN for details.

All work within the construction area is to be performed during business hours. Work in all existing occupied areas and any work that induces loud noise shall be performed during business off-hours. Exact timing is to be coordinated with COR. See Drawing G0-2 General Note #9 and Drawing AS1-2 Demolition Note #9.

RFI #13

Please specify the delivery hours and access for deliveries to the jobsite.

Answer: During your established work hours.

RFI #14

Is there any available parking location on site? Approx. how far from the building?

Answer: The gravel lot on the east side of the campus is available for parking. It is a 3 minute walk.

RFI #15

Is there any available exterior staging location on site, for dumpster and misc. items? Approx. how far from the building?

Answer: See RFI #9 sketch.

RFI #16

The Cath lab imaging system and Cardiac CT scanner systems are listed on the equipment schedule as both V-C and V-V, please clarify what is required by the contractor.

Answer: The VA hired equipment manufacturer is responsible for the installation of the equipment only. The contractor is responsible to coordinate with equipment vendors and provide all necessary structural supports, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing services for proper operation and complete installation of the equipment. See Spec Section 11 70 00 HEALTHCARE EQUIPMENT AND Equipment Drawings (EQ series) for clarification on work required by the contractor for each equipment specified.

RFI #17

Please provide the existing Roof manufacturer for the ability to obtain certified installer and maintain warranty.

Answer: There is no warranty. It was installed by Kodiak Roofing.

RFI #18

Please provide the existing Fire Alarm and Fire Protection system manufacturers for tie in.

Answer: The existing system is Gamewell.

RFI #19

Please provide the manufacturer for any existing patient lift systems and head wall systems, so that we may match existing. If NA, please provide protentional manufacturer.

Answer: Provide new patient lift as specified under Spec Section 11 73 00 CEILING MOUNTED PATIENT LIFT SYSTEM and Spec Section 09 06 00 SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES Para. 2.06.A.

Provide new head wall systems as shown on Drawing AS9-5 HEADWALL ELEVATIONS and as specified under Spec Section 10 25 13 PATIENT HEADWALL SYSTEM and Spec Section 09 06 00 SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES Para 2.05.D.

RFI #20

Please provide the manufacturer for any clean room ceiling systems, so that we may match existing. If NA, please provide protentional manufacturer.

Answer: Provide new clean room ceiling systems as specified under Spec Section 09 54 33 CLEANROOM CEILING SYSTEMS and Spec Section 09 06 00 SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES Para. 2.04.C.

RFI #21

Sheet AS1-1 shows two locations of temporary walls at gridlines T2-TB and also TS-TB; each have different symbols for wall construction. Confirm the wall composition of these temporary construction partitions.

Answer: Temporary construction partition is required to separate all construction areas and existing occupied space. The temporary partitions (only one symbol at 5 total locations) as shown on Drawing AS1-1 and AS1-2 are diagrammatic only, the exact size and locations are to be coordinated with COR. For composition of temporary construction partitions, see Spec Section 01 35 26 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Para. 1.14.D for details.

RFI #22

Sheet ES0-1 includes a symbol for existing wall mounted telecommunication system outlets. However, this symbol does not appear on Sheet ES3-1. Confirm that all existing telecom outlets will be replaced with new 2Voice/2Data Tel/Data outlets.

Answer: See Drawing ES1-2 for clarification on existing tele/data outlets to be removed, or to remain. Provide new tele/data outlets as shown on Drawing ES3-1. New outlets to meet requirement as shown on Detail 2 / ES7-2 and Specification Division 27.

RFI #23

Will formal commissioning (Section 019100) be required for this project?

Answer: Specification Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING in related to LEED certification is not included in the project specification and is not required. Refer to individual specification sections for building system that requires commissioning.

RFI #24

In reference to Specification 010000 General Requirements, is it required for the contractor to have separate individuals for superintendent, quality control manager and safety officer for this project?

Answer: No.

RFI #25

Please provide current hazardous material report for the area within our construction boundary.

Answer: There is no known hazardous material in Bldg. 700 as it was constructed in 2002.

RFI #26

The Interstitial space above the improvements will be exposed during the renovations and most of the hospital interstitial areas contain asbestos. Entry into this space requires special training and Personal Protective Equipment as well as decontamination upon exiting the space. Has the interstitial space above this scope of work been abated? Does the V.A. expect full abatement (or just spot abatement?) and new fireproofing of this area included in contractors’ pricing? The scope of demolition of the suspended ceilings will contaminate the entire renovated area with asbestos. No Scope of Work is included in the Solicitation outlining how the situation is to be handled. Will the asbestos containing material be encapsulated and then any contamination on ducts, equipment ceilings, etc… require clean-up and testing?

Answer: There is no known hazardous material in Bldg. 700 as it was constructed in 2002.

RFI #27

What is the current make and model of the fire alarm system we will be tying into?

Answer: Gamewell

RFI #28

Can you please provide us current as-built drawings for the existing fire sprinkler system and the fire alarm system (since these will be design/build items)?

Answer: There are no as-built drawings for fire sprinkler available. Fire alarm as-builts will be provided after contract award. Contractor is responsible to field verify all existing fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems and provide design, materials, equipment, inspection and testing in accordance to NFPA requirements for a complete and operational fire sprinkler and fire alarm system. Also see Spec Section 21 13 13 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS and Spec Section 28 31 00 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM for detailed requirements.

RFI #29

What is the manufacturer and product info for the existing cable tray that is to be matched? It is referenced on Sheet ES3-1 sheet note #5.

Answer: Contractor to verify the existing cable tray make and model in field. The new cable tray shall match existing in size, style, materials, construction, finish, and color; it is not a requirement that the manufacturer needs to be matched.

RFI #30

Will the Owner be occupying the space in Phase 2 while we complete Phase 1 construction?

Answer: Yes, phase 2 areas will be occupied during the entire duration of Phase 1 construction. Prior to starting any demolition and construction work in Phase 1 Construction Area, Contractor shall provide work as required to keep (E) G.I Lab 1A025 operational. See Phase 1A Temporary Construction as shown on Drawing AS1-1 and Specifications Section 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Para. 1.06.G for details.

RFI #31

Will our SDVOB partner be able to submit the bid with Guldmann lifts as a substitution or must they be Arjo brand?

Answer: As long as it meets the requirements of Spec. Section 11 73 00, it can be submitted.