RFI Q and A Bldg 422 13 MAR 23.pdf

RFI Q&A ‐ W50S6Q23B0002 BLDG 422 – 13 MARCH 2023

Question #1: Please clarify if the power supply from the chiller back to the power distribution panel is to be removed including conduit/ disconnects at the existing gym?

Answer #1 reuse of equipment disconnects is allowed, removal of conduit back to distribution panel is not a requirement.

Question #2: Please clarify if the existing disconnects for the chillers can be reused/ installed in Building 244?

Answer #2 Yes reuse of disconnects is allowed

Question #3: Please clarify the extent and configuration of the backer desired in the new walls.

Answer #3 See attachment for blocking configuration.

Question #4: Please clarify if the walls are to be constructed from light gauge metal studs and track or is dimension lumber desired?

Answer #4 No. 2 dimensional lumber is the minimum required framing material for this project (metal studs and track will not be used)

Question #5: Please clarify if dimension lumber is desired what species wood.

Anwser #5 No. 2 or greater Spruce, Pine or Fir lumber allowed species.

Question #6: Please clarify if dimension lumber is desired what grade and is fire retardant treatment required?

Would spruce/fir stud grade and #2 grade non‐treated be acceptable?

Answer #6 Dimensional lumber is desired No. 2 or greater Spruce, Pine or Fir lumber allowed species, non‐treaded lumber is accepted, fire retardant not required.

Question #7: Please clarify if sheet metal backer be used in the new walls? If wood backer is desired what thickness and is it to be treated fire retardant?

Answer #7 No sheet metal backer is required. The SOW does required blocking between the studs for future anchoring needs purposes blocking may be ¾” plywood or 2x6 lumber.

Question #8: Please clarify what anchorage is desired for the new walls to the existing floor. Tapcon, wedge anchors wedge pins, concrete nails, powder actuated fasteners etc.?

Answer #8 Mechanical fasteners installed according to manufacturers specifications

Question #9: Please clarify the depth, size, location, and type water main is to be tapped for fresh water to Building

244.

Answer #9 Water main size 8‐inch PVC 6 to 7 Ft. deep see water tie‐in attachment.

Question #10: Please clarify what size new water line is desired to service Building 244.

Answer #10 Water supply line for building will be 1 ¼”.

Question #11: Please clarify what size grey water drain is desired from Building 244 to the existing sewer line.

Answer #11 Sewer drain will be 3” PVC

Question #12: Please clarify the size, depth, location, and type sewer line will be tapped into with the new grey water line.

Answer #12 No prints or drawing found expected size is 3 or 4 inch PVC, at a depth of 35” to 40” to bottom of pipe.

See Sanitary tie‐in attachment

Question #13: Please clarify the exact location of the electrical service to be tied into for the upgraded service.

Answer #13 See attachments for utility locations.

Question #14: Please clarify what other utilities or underground obstacles are in the area that will have to be relocated or excavated around/ protected.

Answer #14 Existing water, electrical, communication fiber, Natural gas, and sewer

Question #15: Please clarify any changes to the existing fire suppression system in Building 244.

Answer #15 There is no changes planed for the existing system, Question #16: Please clarify the need for changes to the Wi‐Fi in Building 244. It appears that the chillers to be moved are wireless/ Wi‐Fi connected, what support is needed to satisfy this functionality?

Answer #16 The controls will be replaced with a compatible thermostat with a lockable cover, no Wi‐Fi required.

Question #17: Our electrical subcontractor has requested drawings for Bldg. 202 0where the existing units are coming out of. If these are available, can you please provide?

Answer #17 Attached is a line drawing of building 202 with equipment locations no prints available.

Question #18 Where is the new 4-inch sewer tie into existing

Answer #18 See Sanitary tie-in image attachment

Question #19 Where is the 1.25 water line tie in exist?

Answer #19 See water Tie-in Attachment

Question #20 Is the contractor responsible for duct tie-in of existing duct work.

Answer #20 There is no Ductwork tie in each air handler are stand alone units.

Question #21 A 4 inch and 3-inch sewer drain in the scope of work. Are we responsible for both or is just one needed?

Answer #21 Only one three-inch sewer will be required.

Question #22 Where is the service tap and new curb box going to be installed?

Answer #22 See water tie-in attachment.

Question #23 Where the location of hose bib is.

Answer #23 Hose bib will be located on west wall to the left of the hotbox.

Question #25 What is the location of the new service drain line and water line as it will come into the building.

Answer # 25 See Building overview drawing two.