Questions and Answers 2.docx

Questions and Answers – 2 Repair Exterior Millwork Bldg. 330 at Ernie Pyle USARC/AMSA#12 Solicitation Number: W15QKN-20-R-5067

Q. What type of exterior paint are we using? No specs

A: 11.3.1. Since this is an 'historic property' that has been determined eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, (all) repairs/replacements shall match 'EXACTLY', so as to maintain the historical integrity of this building. Further, all work must conform to the Secretary of Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties as stipulated in 36 Code of Federal Regulations Part 68. Deteriorated historic features will be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature will match the old in design, color, texture, and where possible, materials.

11.5.3. Contractor shall paint all wood moldings/trim with a high quality latex based stain-killing primer and 2 coats of high quality gloss finish exterior latex paint.

A sample of the current paint will need to be taken, so that it can be matched

Q. Is there existing condition drawing details of soffit/built up gutter?

A: No

Q. Are we removing copper gutter liner to repair and repaint built up gutter?

A: That is the recommended method, and then to have the liner re-establish once complete

Q. Are we doing any repairs and repainting the inside surfaces of built up gutter?

A: Yes, damaged areas need to be repaired

Q. Does existing paint to be removed have or contain Asbestos?

A: Not to my knowledge