RFIs 21 July 2022.docx
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- Attached to
- Renovate Bldg #142 Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- W50S8Q-22-B-0003
- Issued by
- Department of the Army National Guard
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| W50S8Q-22-B-0003 Abstract of Offers.pdf | ||
| Bldg 142 Bid Opening sing-in sheet.pdf | ||
| 142 HVAC As Builts.pdf | ||
| Site Visit 12 July 2022 W50S8Q-22-B-0003.pdf | ||
| W50S8Q-22-B-0003-0001.pdf | ||
| RFIs 12 July 2022.docx | DOCX document | |
| 10e-142 HVAC_Plumbing Demo.pdf | ||
| 10f-142 HVAC_Plumbing Install.pdf | ||
| 10a-142 demo flooring.pdf | ||
| W50S8Q-22-B-0003.pdf | ||
| RFI Format.doc | DOC document | |
| 10b-142 Install flooring .pdf | ||
| 10c-142 Demo electric.pdf | ||
| 10d-142 Electrical Install.pdf | ||
| SOW WAAR202111.pdf |
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RFI’s W50S8Q-22-B-0003
| RFI # |
| Question |
| Government Response |
| Date |
| 1 |
| Paragraph 3.3 of the Solicitation indicates questions/RFI’s must be received no later than June 18, 2022. We believe this date is in error as the Solicitation was just recently received. Please confirm RFI deadline so we can pass it onto all subcontractors. |
| Amendment 01 will correct the Month to July |
| Already Posted 12-Jul-22 |
| 2 |
| SOW paragraph 7.6 and 7.7 include the demolition & disposal of toilet room accessories, however I do not see where these items are to be replaced with new. Please confirm if we are to furnish and install new items. |
| Yes, the intent is to furnish and install new paper towel dispensers capable of dispensing paper towel rolls, and new soap dispensers similar to Scott Essential, Kimberly Clark Professional soap dispensers commonly used around the base to allow compatibility with current supplied soap products at the base. |
| Already Posted 12-Jul-22 |
| 3 |
| The SOW paragraph 1.3.7 appears to be indicating a new fire alarm system for the building, however there is no mention in paragraph 3 - Detailed Description of Work to remove and replace the existing fire alarm system. There is nothing on the drawings regarding a fire alarm system. |
Please confirm if there is any work associated with a Fire Alarm System.
1.3.7 Is a base standard only if work is to be done on fire alarm systems. For this specific contract there will be no fire alarm system work.
14-July-2022
| 4 | |
| During the site visit we noticed the gas service to the building had been disconnected. |
In section 12.3 it is asking us to tie back into the gas system with the new tube heaters.
Is there working gas to the building?
If there is gas is there a preference for gas or electric heat on the AHU?
Gas will be connected by Columbia Gas and meter installed prior to Notice to proceed.
Gas is the preference but electric could be used for AHU.
14-July-2022
| 5 |
| SOW paragraph 8.8 states new Bathroom Partitions are to match Base Standard. Please provide specific information on what the Base Standard is (metal, SS, HPDE, Phenolic?) |
Base standard is ASI Accurate Partitions (Phenolic – Color: #8450C “Smoke”), or approved equal.
15-July-2022
| 6 |
| Statement of work – Page 12- section 5 details contractor shall provide the government with a new HVAC system that will heat and cool approximately +/- 2400 square feet. |
Is there an existing unit in place currently?
Will the outside condensing unit need to be Low ambient?
What are the duct sizes that need extended / shortened / enlarged or removed and replaced in entirety?
Where is this unit located at currently?
Will this duct require cleaning?
Who currently has ownership of the Niagara 4 controls systems?
Can I arrange a site visit as I was not informed in time of the project to witness the conditions of this HVAC unit and ducting?
Please provide further information in regard to existing HVAC in this note for accurate pricing.
Are there pictures that you can provided if another site visit is not possible?
HVAC drawing will be provided. (142 HVAC As Builts)
Low ambient package is required.
Base owns controls and there will not be another site visit due to the current contracting timeline.
HVAC was 2 gas fired furnaces and 2 heat pumps/ condensing located outside of mechanical room.
Pictures will not be provided.
18-July-2022
| 7 |
| Are we able to use Bldg 142 as our construction office or do we need to provide a temporary construction trailer? |
Yes building can be used as your construction office.
18-July-2022
| 8 |
| Do we need to place construction fencing around the building and if so what height and does it need wind screen? |
No 18-July-2022
| 9 |
| Are we to assuming no environmental work will be part of this effort? |
| Correct, No environmental work is expected. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 10 |
| The room sizes differ from the quantities listed. Are you able to provide actual dimensions or should we bid off of the footage provided? |
| Bid off of demission listed, the Government rounded up when listing square footages. Awardee will validate all measurements prior to performing work. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 11 |
| The SOW of work calls out for a one year warranty on all work and material. However, the BFS is mentioned at the end of the document. BFS is standard 10 year warranty on all light fixtures. The 10 year warranty is much more expensive, please let us know which warranty we are to provide. |
| 1-year workmen ship warranty is required for the entire project and the lighting warranty should be a manufactures warranty that covers at least 10 years. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 12 |
| SOW Rooms 109 & 110 require new access panels, please confirm if these are required to be UL rated and installed in the hard ceiling or in the wall. |
| Yes, the new access panels will need to be UL rated and installed in the ceiling as show in the drawings. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 13 |
| Please confirm if the existing walls and ceilings are gypsum board and metal stud framed. |
| Confirmed. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 14 |
| Please provide measurements of windows in Room 105. |
| Current window sill is 48inch by 8inch |
18-July-2022
| 15 |
| Since you are able to purchase residential epoxy coatings at the local stores which are far less expensive and durable, please provide additional information as to what type, mil, and any additional information available as the costs vary greatly depending on quality/durability. In addition, do you require any type of adhesion test? |
| Sherwin Williams 09 67 23 Fluid-Applied Resinous Epoxy Flooring ceramic carpet- color 332 Charcoal. |
No test required, for adhesion the ktr should accomplish installation according to manufactures recommendations.
18-July-2022
| 16 |
| Due to supply chain issues, how are we to handle potential extended lead times? Is it possible to extend the PoP if we experience such an issue? |
| Lead times are a known issue nationwide, awardee is to communicate with contracting early so that the contract can be properly extended when appropriate. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 17 |
| Are you able to provide any additional information as far as the type/material/color/etc of partitions for each bathroom? Are we to install plywood behind the wall to securely attach each partition? |
| Base standard is ASI Accurate Partitions (Phenolic – Color: #8450C “Smoke”), or approved equal |
Partitions are to be installed based on manufactures specifications.
18-July-2022
| 18 |
| Please advise on ceiling tile size, color, and type. And what is the height of the finished paint? |
| See SOW 5.7.3. for color. Size 2x4, brand not specific. |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 19 |
| Please provide additional information as to the type of window sills required to be installed. |
| Wilsonart Solid Surface, 9220CE, Tumbled Stone (or approved equivalent) see 5.7.9 of SOW |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 20 |
| SOW for Rooms 109 and 110 do not identify restroom accessories. Please confirm these are to be GFGI |
| All restroom accessories are to be furnished and installed by the contactor. See also question #2 |
| 18-July-2022 |
| 21 |
| SOW 1.3.7 |
Fire alarm – will this be an upgrade to an existing system or will this be a new system install?
| No fire alarm system work is to be done. |
| 18-July-2022 |
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