25-Q-A106 CSS 94031 Question Submittals - Awnsered.pdf

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CSS 94031 - Replace Flooring Federal contract opportunity
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W15QKN25QA106
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Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Picatinny Arsenal

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This document is a set of questions and answers (Q&A) related to a federal contract opportunity for flooring replacement at the Franklin USARC. The Q&A provides detailed clarifications about specific flooring requirements, including carpet tile installation in Room 104, rubber gym flooring in Room 103, and epoxy flooring specifications. Key details include confirmation that mechanical removal of existing flooring is not required, VCT and carpet are set in adhesive, and the minimum authorized thickness for gym flooring is 1/8-inch. The document references multiple sections of the Statement of Work (SOW) for specific details on flooring types, materials, and installation requirements. Contractors are instructed to furnish labor pricing according to industry standards, and the government does not provide specific pricing guidance. The Q&A also addresses additional technical questions such as hazmat surveys, flooring materials, and project-specific installation considerations.

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Q1. What type of floor do you want in room 104? The breakdown has it getting epoxy and carpet tiles?

A1: Carpet tile shall be installed in Room 104.

Q2. Can the rubber gym floor be laid over the VCT in room 103. This would be a cost savings for the project.

A2: Yes. See SOW paragraph 11.3.1 number 2 section e.

Q3. Has there been a Hazmat survey done of the adhesive for the VCT mastic?

A3: Yes. See SOW paragraph 11.3.4. number 1.

Q4. Has there been a Hazmat survey done of the adhesive for the Carpet mastic?

A4: Yes See SOW paragraph 11.3.4. number 1.

Q5. The “cost breakdown” form is asking for Labor hours. Generally flooring work is priced per sqft. Can you provide pricing per sqft?

A5: No The government does not provide pricing. The Contractor shall furnish pricing for labor according to industry standards. The cost of materials would be SF but labor hours shall be provided according to industry standards.

Q6. Can the Superintendent “dual hat” and be the QA also?

A6: Yes.

Q7. Does a hazmat survey need to be done?

A7: No See SOW paragraph 11.3.4. number 1.

Q8. Is there an epoxy floor called out? Single color Or a Flake System?

A8: See SOW paragraph 11.3.1 number 2 section b. Single color.

Q9. Is it required to mechanically remove any flooring and is the VCT set in adhesive or mortar?

A9: Mechanical removal is not required. The VCT and carpet are set in adhesive.

Q10. Do you have a spec for the carpet tile?

A10: See SOW paragraph 11.3.1 number 2 section a.

Q11. Gym Floor: Is this rolled rubber or tile? Typically, gym floors are at least 8MM, please confirm the required thickness.

A11: See SOW paragraph 11.3.1 number 2 section e. 1/8-inch would be the minimum thickness authorized.

Q12. Is the closet in room 113 included in demo and flooring replacement?

A12: No.

Q13. Which colour/style of Gateway Surfaces Kaldera is being chosen? The different styles have different prices.

A13: See SOW paragraph 11.3.1 number 2 section a. and the SOW paragraph 11.3.8.

Q14. The specifications call for "gym flooring" but specify a 1/8" roll. "Gym flooring" is usually reserved for flooring 8mm or thicker.

A14: 1/8-inch would be the minimum thickness authorized.

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