Q&A_dtd_5_April_19.docx

Questions & Answers

W15QKN-19-Q-1088

Construction Project requirement CSS#6003-Pump Valve Replacement for Allegany County Soldiers Memorial Army Reserve Center at 14418 McMullen Highway, Cumberland, MD21502.

1. Are there any photos of the work areas available?

Answer: Requiring activity can provide pictures of the work area but it won't be until they get back to the site which will not be until the end of next week. This is why site visit is strongly encouraged.

2. Can you provide pipe sizes for the valves to be replaced?

Answer: As stated in the project Specification of Work (SOW) paragraph 11.3.1.6 the contractor is responsible to size the pipes and valves required accordingly.

3. Can you provide sizes for the strainers we will be replacing the baskets on?

Answer: As stated in the project SOW paragraph 11.3.3.2 the contractor is responsible to size the strainers required accordingly.

4. Are there isolating valves around the pumps and the strainers?

Answer: As stated in the SOW the contractor shall isolate the system using associated valves upstream.

5. Will contractor be responsible for shut & drain downs of the systems to be worked on, or will facility staff?

Answer: Yes the contractor will be responsible for shut & drain downs of the systems to be worked on as stated in the SOW.

6. Will contractor be responsible for filling systems and placing back into service?

Answer: Yes the contractor will be responsible for filling systems and placing back into service as stated in the SOW.