RFI Responses - Multi-Building Project (2025) - 20250821.pdf

136th Mission Support Contracting Request for Information Worksheet

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Requirement Information

Requirement Description Solicitation/Contract Number Contracting Officer

Multi-Building Project (2025) W50S7624QA005 Mr. Fletcher Weems

Questions and Answers

Number Question

HVAC Integration Scope Clarification.

Description: Section 3.4 of the SOW requires integration with the base’s Niagara system but does not specify protocol requirements (e.g., BACnet, Modbus) or existing network capacities.

Please provide Niagara system details, point lists, and required integration standards. Please provide the contact information for the company that installs the Niagara systems.

Answer The 136th Airlift Wing utilizes BACnet protocol for all Tridium Niagara JACEs.

Specification for Ductless HVAC.

Description: SOW 3.3.2. Mechanical: The SOW 3.3.2.1 States to modify and add to the existing ductwork and piping to accommodate new sensors and actuators. This may include adding dampers, valves, and other components. We need the Government to provide details on these items and locations.

The SOW 3.3.2.2: What is the room temperature that the unit needs to maintain? What height above the finished floor will the outside condenser sit on the drive, or will it need to be set on a concrete pad? Or are there installation preferences?

Answer No ductwork modifications are required for the ductless system installation; however, ductwork installation/modifications are required for the B1675 HVAC system modification. For the ductless system, only a CO2 and humidity sensor addition wired to the outside air damper is needed, the ductless HVAC unit should maintain temperatures between 65-85 degrees year-round, and the condensing unit should sit approximately 24 inches off of the ground, outside and adjacent the room, on the plan east side of the building.

Wall Partition & Finish Details.

Description: For wall partition reconstruction, the SOW does not specify wall assembly type, fire rating, or acoustic performance requirements.

Request: Please confirm required wall types for each affected room.

Reference: SOW 3.2

Answer The wall composition consists of 3 5/8" (25 gauge) galvanized metal studs, 5/8" gypsum panels, and R15 fire resistant insulation.

Flooring Finish Requirements.

Description: Removal of VCT and carpet is noted, but no replacement flooring specifications are included.

Request: Should new flooring match existing adjacent finishes or meet a new specified standard? Will a floor patch be required? If so, will a floor patch be added to the scope of work?

Reference: SOW 3.2 & 4.2.1

Answer The carpet tiles are Shaw Contract, Clear Tile Style# 59564, color Moonstone 62500. The preferred vinyl composition tile (VCT) is Armstrong 12" x 12", Charcoal: 5C915. The cove base is Roppe Brand, 4" height, black. The Government does not anticipate that a floor patch is required.

Waste Disposal Clarification.

Description: Section 8 of the SOW addresses non-hazardous waste but not hazardous materials (e.g., asbestos, lead paint).

Requests:

1. Is it possible to get the asbestos report and prior abatement records?

2. It was mentioned during the site visit that the flooring was abated during another project. Can this information be provided?

Reference: SOW 8

Answer There is a report available and portions of it will be included as an attachment with Amendment 0001 of this solicitation. During the facility renovation in 1998 all of the original flooring materials were removed and replaced.

Fire & Life Safety Requirements.

Description: Section 10, Please clarify which codes are being referenced in this section 10.1 through 10.9; none of these items were mentioned during the site visit.

Request: Should contractors include scope for bringing spaces up to current life safety code?

Reference: SOW 10.1

Answer Section 10 lists some of the key required building codes and guidance that should be followed, although the Contractor is required to ensure all applicable codes and industry standard regulations are followed for work on Federal Government and Military Installations. All new work that will be conducted will adhere to these standards, at a minimum. The Contractor is not required to bring spaces up to current standards; only new work shall adhere.

Carpet Tile Size Availability.

Description: Building 4175 Drawing A2.1 Construction Actions Note 3 calls for 12" x 12" carpet tile.

Request: Would the Government consider an alternate size (24" x 24")? We will need the Government to provide a selection of either carpet tiles.

There are many carpet tiles to choose from; this would be required to keep all bidders pricing the same carpet tile, or a budget price, until a carpet tile can be selected. We will need the Government to provide a selection for the VCT as well.

Answer The carpet tiles are Shaw Contract, Clear Tile Style# 59564, color Moonstone 62500.The tile size 24" x 24" is acceptable.

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Number Question

Missing Carpet Replacement in Building 1673.

Description:

After demolition and wall relocation in Building 1673, Room 219, it was mentioned during the site visit that the existing carpet tile is no longer available.

Requests:

We will need the Government to provide details about addressing this issue and the intention to address the patching of the area once the wall is demolished? Should the smaller room be replaced with new carpet? If so, please provide specs for the new carpet. Will this be added to the scope of work?

Options discussed included:

● Relocating carpet tiles from less visible areas

● Sourcing a visually similar pattern Reference: SOW 3.2; Building 1673 scope

Answer The original tile is Mannington Commercial carpet tile, Style - Evidence, Color - Exhibit. The existing carpet should be preserved during demo and used to patch. Relocation from non-visible areas is also a viable solution with Government approval.

Questions regarding site logistics and access in Building 4175.

Requests:

1. Will there be a designated area for a dumpster, and will access to the flightline area be an issue for drop-off and pickup?

2. During the site visit, it was mentioned that the Government will remove all items hanging on the walls in the work area, including marker boards, bulletin boards, and signs. If any items were remaining, the contractor would mask and paint around them. Also, the floors will have all items removed, including any furniture. Is this correct?

3. In the breakroom, the small closet with wooden shelving, will the shelving be disassembled/moved by the Government, or will the contractor be responsible?

Answer A location can be established for a dumpster. Access to the flight line will require coordination, but is a routine task accomplished without issue.

Markers and white boards will be removed. Any remaining shall be masked and painted around. Furniture and items will be removed prior to the project beginning. Shelving in the break room area will be removed by the Government.

Building 1675 Drawing A1.1, Construction Actions, note 6 – Install VAV to regulate Air Flow into Room 030.

With this duct size being 10/12. Will a fan-powered VAV box be required to move enough air through the system? If yes, will this be added to the scope of work along with electrical requirements for power?

Answer The VAV system will control temperature via the temperature sensor installed in room 030. It is anticipated that standard VAV box is required, and that the VAV does not need to provide additional airflow. The Contractor shall determine the system requirement to ensure completion of the Governments objectives.

11 Building 1675 Drawing A1.1.

When tying into existing ductwork. Has the insulation been tested at the tie-in location to determine if it contains asbestos?

Answer There is no known asbestos present in the ductwork, as the building construction year (1999) post-dates the cessation of asbestos in Government buildings.

12 Building 4175.

Have wall paint and door frame paint been tested for asbestos?

Answer No, the wall and door paint were installed during the renovation in 1998.

13 Building 1673, Drawing A3.1.

Who will be removing the Data lines from the demo wall and reinstalling them in the new wall?

Answer The contractor will pull any data line out of the wall, tag it with the port listed on the receptacle, and leave it intact. The Government will install the data lines in the new wall.

14 Building 1673 Drawing A3.1.

It was mentioned during the site visit that the new wall will only go 6” above the existing lay-in ceiling. Is this correct?

Answer Yes.

Building 1673 Drawing A3.1 Construction Actions Note 8, Demo existing door, door frame, and side lite.

It was mentioned during the site visit to reuse this door, frame, and window for note 7. Is this acceptable, and will it be considered a remove & reinstall, which will change the scope of work?

Answer Note 7 includes "Door and frame from action 8 may be reused". This is acceptable and will not change the scope of work.

16 Building 1673 Drawing A3.1.

We will need the Government to provide the height of the wall being demoed.

Answer The wall itself extends to the roof deck above. But, only the portion below and interfacing with the suspended ceiling requires demolition. It is a 9' ceiling.

Building 1673 Drawing A3.1 General Notes 1.2 Hardware must be Stanley/Best Lock Core Compatible.

We need the Government to provide details of where this will be required.

We are demoing one door and frame and possibly reusing one; both have complete hardware packages and are keyed to the room.

Answer Building 1673: The existing lock cores will be removed and reinstalled by CE personnel. Any hardware removed from a door that will not be reinstalled will be given to Government personnel for storage and reuse purposes.

18 Building 1673 Drawing A3.1 General Notes 1.3 Balance the HVAC system upon completion.

Will this be a certified test and balance, or a comfort balance?

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Answer A comfort balance will be performed on the HVAC system upon completion.

19 Could we get specs on the proposed VAV or FPB with heat that will be going in room "Tool Crib 030" on sheet A1.1?

Answer There are no specific VAV specifications; the only requirements are electric heat capability and 480/277 power supply for the Tool Crib 030 unit.

20 Do any of the existing walls, floors, etc. that we're removing/relocating and any finishes we're replacing contain asbestos or lead paint?

Answer No. All of the doors, walls, floor finishing in this contract were installed or finished in 1998 during a building renovation.

21 Per construction action note #1 on sheet A1.2, where do we route the condensation drain can this just be on the concrete outside?

Answer Discharging the condensation drain onto the exterior concrete is acceptable.

22 Per construction action note #1 on sheet A1.2, can the condensing unit be placed on a concrete pad outside and if so how much clearance does the existing transformer need?

Answer An aluminum condenser stand is preferred at approximately 24 inches above ground level for the condensing unit placement. The condensing unit must be at least 5 feet away from the transformer for preventative maintenance purposes.

23 On sheet A2.1 several rooms call out for note #6 to remove existing wall paper and texture the walls. The corridor that these rooms all connect to also has the existing wall paper but no note #6, are we do remove this wall paper and refinish these walls as well?

Answer All wall paper in renovation area of Building 4175 is to be removed.

24 On sheet A2.1 note #3 states to install 12"x12" carpet tiles but in our experience on base and other places these are typically 24"x24". Can we get the name or model of the tiles that are planned for these areas?

Answer The carpet tiles are Shaw Contract, Clear Tile Style# 59564, color Moonstone 62500.The tile size is 24" x 24"

25 Note #4 on sheet A2.1 states to install VCT in these areas, is there a preferred manufacturer, model, color, etc.?

Answer The preferred VCT is Armstrong 12" x 12", Charcoal: 5C915.

26 To confirm all the new wall paint listed on all sheets is to be SW1016 Silver Screen?

Answer Yes, Sherwin Williams SW1016 Silver Screen, eggshell sheen.

27 What color paint do we need to use on all of the repainted doors per sheet A2.1?

Answer Sherwin-Wiliiams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel, Color Code SW 6385 Dove White, satin sheen.

28 In building 4175 several rooms has ceiling tiles that were missing or in bad shape, do we need to address any ceiling work in this building or any of the other buildings as well?

Answer No, ceiling tiles are not required. The only ceiling repair required is where note 7 applies to in A2.1 that will be a drywall repair.

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Notes

General Notes and Information Several additional and revised documents will be posted to SAM.gov along with this set of RFI responses in association with Amendment 0001 to this solicitation. Please see Amendment 0001 for a complete listing.