Questions and Answers W50S7L-23-B-0001 - 30 June 2023 - KO.pdf
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- Building 62, 79, JKSE 212400 Repair Roofs
- Solicitation number
- W50S7L23B0001
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Department of the Army National Guard
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This document includes questions and answers related to solicitation W50S7L-23-B-0001 issued by the Montana National Guard. The solicitation seeks a single firm fixed-price contract to provide roof replacement services at two buildings located at the Montana Air National Guard in Great Falls, Montana. Work includes removing the existing roof membranes and flashings at both buildings and installing new TPO single-ply roof membrane systems along with additional composite roof insulation and cover board at one building. The contract duration is 150 calendar days with an anticipated value between $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. A pre-bid conference was held on June 13th with questions due by June 23rd and bid opening planned for July 6th. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses and prevailing wages apply.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS RELATED TO :
SOLICITATION W50S7L-23-B-0001
AS of 30 June 2023
Q1. My question on this job is that once it is awarded can the work be scheduled for the spring of 2024 or does the work need to be performed in 2023?
A1. Some project will need to commence in 2023 to meet the FAR BonaFide need rule.
Q2. Will the government award one contract for Bid Item 0001 AND Bid Item 0002 or is it possible that only one bid item will be awarded (i.e. Bid Item 0001 OR Bid
Item 0002)?
A2. The Government intends to award one contract from this Invitation for Bid
Q3. Please post the site visit sign in sheet on sam.gov
A3. Posted to SAM.gov Contract Opportunities
Q4. Please confirm that this project is tax exempt.
A4. Taxes will apply as applicable.
Q5. Please confirm the address for UPS/FedEx overnight delivery of Bid Packet is the same as the mailing address listed in block 7 of the SF 1442
A5. Yes, the mailing address in block 7 of the SF1442 is the correct mailing address
Q6. Section 07 54 23-5. Spec states: “R-Value: R-20 minimum; thickness as required match existing roof insulation thickness and R-value as determined upon roof membrane demolition, to provide a level, flush surface for installation of composite roof insulation/cover board layer over existing insulation.” The spec states to match existing or R20. Has a core test been done on the existing roof to determine if it is more than R-20? And, if yes, please provide results.
A6. Roof has not been cored. R value is 'best estimation' from age of roof and existing drawings.
Q7. Has any type of asbestos testing been performed? And, if yes, please provide report.
A7. Asbestos testing has not been performed on 62/79.
Q8. Are there specific certifications for a sub-contractor to have do work on this project and on this base?
A8. No specific certifications are needed to work on the MTANG Base other the General and Subcontractor employees will need to pass the Background check to be allowed access to the Installation.
Q9. Please verify - On both roof locations, we are to remove existing membrane or roofing system down to the rigid insulation, check for moisture issues, inform and make repairs as necessary, and new roofing system consists only of coverboard and new TPO membrane?
A9. B62 specifies a new composite insulation/cover board product to be installed over remaining existing construction to raise the R value to meet current Code. See detail
2/A2.41 and new roof details on sheet A6.0. B79 specifies removal of the existing built up roof system and cover board, and the installation of a new cover board and single ply roof membrane. See the drawings.
Q10. Are there indoor locations for adhesives and temperature sensitive products to be stored during the project?
A10. Contractor will need to provide indoor heated storage for their construction materials.
Q11. Please confirm if prevailing wages need to be accounted for?
A11. Employees shall be paid the prevailing wages for their discipline.
Q12. Please confirm if certified payroll needs to be accounted for?
A12. Yes, weekly payrolls will need to be submitted to the contracting office.
Q13. Please confirm if we do or do not need to include a line item for bonding rate?
A13. Bonding rate will not be accounted for on a line item. Bid bonds are required at time of bid opening.
Q14. Please confirm all material can be stored on site during project.
A14. The Government will provide an area near both jobs for material storage. It is the
Contractor responsibility to secure and fence this area if they desire to.
Q15. Please confirm if you will consider bids for roofing systems besides TPO (ex.
EPDM or liquid waterproofing systems)
A15. Bid the specs only
Q16. Please confirm if there will be telehandlers lifts on site or if sub-contractor will provide own machines.
A16. The General Contractor and Sub needs to work this out amongst themselves.
Q17. At the site visit it was discussed with the architect that he is completely open to a roofing material substitution request. Attached is the substitution request for your processing.
A17. NO substitutions will be allowed. Bid the project per the roofing specifications.
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