Questions and Answers2 MSA Expansion.pdf
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This document contains questions and answers related to solicitation number W50S87-21-B-5003 for a Munitions Storage Area expansion project. The solicitation requires the expansion of storage facilities including the construction of new munitions and storage buildings using sealed concrete finishes. Additional requirements include the provision of overhead coiling doors, footings, and foundation walls of specified dimensions as well as properly ventilated temporary storage containers if used. Bidders are responsible for procuring necessary materials and equipment in accordance with the specifications provided in the solicitation documents. The pre-bid conference was scheduled for May 27, 2021 with the awarding agency listed as the Department of the Army North Carolina Army National Guard.
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Solicitation # W50S87-21-B-5003 Questions & Answers #2 Munitions Storage Area (MSA) Expansion Project 11 June 2021
26. Question: Can you provide the depth/ thickness for the footing on 1/S601?
Answer: 1’-0”. The footings in both details 1/S601 and 2/S601 are aligned at the same elevation and are the same depth.
27. Question: Where are the step footings shown at the doorways 2/S601?
Answer: See additional notes added to detail 2/S601. No step footings.
28. Question: What is the height of the knee/foundation wall under the doorways for doors and OH doors?
Answer: 1’-0”. The footings in both details 1/S601 and 2/S601 are aligned at the same elevation and are the same depth.
Spec Section 083323 – Overhead Coiling Doors for RFI's (29-31)
29. Question: Paragraph 2.2 E&F calls for bottom bar to be galvanized and finished to match curtain slats. Unfortunately, a finish will not adhere to the type of galvanizing used on these components.
Please address how we should handle this conflict in spec.
Answer: Provide mill finish galvanizing for bottom bar.
30. Question: Paragraph 2.2 I3 mentions an “exterior, wet, and humid” motor exposure. Does this require any specific Nema ratings?
Answer: NEMA 8, for exterior exposure and explosion proof.
31. Question: Paragraph 2.2K calls for baked-enamel or powder-coated finish. Do they want the manufacturers standard baked enamel available in gray or tan or the optional powder-coat finish available in 180 color options?
Answer: Provide powder-coat finish. Color to be selected by Architect during submittal/shop drawing review.
32. Question: The temporary storage requirements listed for the conex boxes on sheet C104 indicate that 467-square inches of side wall venting is required for the conex boxes. Furthermore, this modification to the storage containers is not common thus requiring us to purchase these containers that will be used for temporary use. Does the Government have temporary storage containers onsite that could be modified for this use? Also, we would recommend an allowance for the conex boxes if we are directed to purchase.
Answer: It is the responsibility of the contactor to procure and provide conex boxes with required venting as specified in the contract documents. The method of procurement is up to the contractor.
The Government does not have temporary storage containers onsite. There is no allowance included.
Solicitation # W50S87-21-B-5003 Questions & Answers #2 Munitions Storage Area (MSA) Expansion Project 11 June 2021
33. Question: The M&I and Storage Buildings call for the use of sealed concrete. Please provide a spec with the required finishes for this application.
Answer: Provide a high solids, two-component novolac static control epoxy coating with <100g/L VOC content and slip resistance. Prepare substrate and provide static control primer as recommended by the manufacturer. Color to be selected by Architect during submittal/shop drawing review. See attachments “Standard epoxy primer and binder” and “Static control epoxy coating.”
34. Question: Reference Sheet C602 – Pavement Detail – 6” DGA Base Course. Is there a specification for “DGA Base Course”?
Answer: In accordance with Contract Specification Section 321200 Paving and Surfacing Part 2.01, Materials of construction for paving, curbing, and surfacing shall be furnished in accordance with applicable Federal, State (NCDOT) and local standards. 6” DGA Base Course shall be in accordance with NCDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Structures Table 1005-1 Std. Size # ABC.
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