Pre-Bid RFI Log 142003 RenoB1013 7.12.2021.xlsx
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This document contains a pre-bid request for information log and related solicitation for the BLDG 1013 Renovation project. The solicitation is for repairs and renovations to Building 1013 at the 137th Special Operations Wing facility including electrical service and distribution updates, a roof replacement, hangar door trolley and support system repairs, aircraft tail door removal, interior and exterior painting, HVAC installation, flooring replacement, hangar space reconfiguration, and installation of a HEF and wet pipe fire suppression system including a pump house and exterior site work. Key details include questions from contractors regarding specifications, drawings, fire protection systems and hazardous materials with answers provided by the government. The solicitation number is W50S8T21B0001 and was issued by the Department of the Army National Guard.
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| Pre-Bid RFI Log for W50S8T-21-B-0001 | |||||
| 14-2003 BLDG 1013 Renovation | Date Returned to OKANG | ||||
| Date: | RFI No. | RFP Reference (Sect/Para/Page) | QUESTION | GOVERNMENT RESPONSE | |
| 6/23/21 | 1 | Des. Docs | Can we get a copy of the Design Analysis. | Design analysis will be uploaded to beta.sam.gov |
B1013_Type B3_IFC_DA-20_0312_Redacted.pdf The DA is not part of the contract documents and is provided for background information only.
| 6/22/21 | 2 | Specs/Drwg | There is a conflict between the specifications (21 30 00.2.2) and the drawings (FX-507) regarding the working pressure of the fire pump. The specifications state 2500 GPM @ 165 PSI and the drawings state 2500 GPM @ 125 PSI. Could you please clarify which is correct? | Please refer to the specifications for the preliminary pump capacity requirements, 2,500 gpm with a rated net pressure of 165 psi. Exact pump sizing to be determined by the contractor. | 6/28/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 3 | Specs/Drwg | Specification Section 21 13 13 § 2.10.2: May escutcheons be two-piece adjustable in lieu of one-piece? | Pendent sprinkler escutcheon's shall be one-piece metallic type as indicated by project specifications. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 4 | Specs/Drwg | Specification Section 21 13 13 § 3.4.1: Drawing S-001 Identifies the Seismic Design Category as Group B. UFC 3-600-01 § 9-7.10.3 states Seismic restraint is not required for seismic design category A or B. UFC 4-211-01 § 3-6.12.1 and 3-6.17.3 Only require the foam/water piping and generators be braced, not the wet-pipe sprinkler system. Is the wet-pipe sprinkler system required to be braced? | No, the wet-pipe sprinkler system is not required to be seismically braced. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 5 | Specs/Drwg | Specification Section 21 13 20 § 2.5.1.1 only requires the pipe to be rated for 300 psi. Specification Section 21 13 20 § 2.5.1.2 requires grooved fittings and couplings to be rated for 500 psi. May grooved fitting requirement be reduced to 300 psi? | Grooved fittings and associated couplings may be reduced to 300 psi, pending final calcultions indicate working pressure less than 300 psi. | |
| 6/28/21 | 6 | Specs/Drwg | Specification Section 21 13 20 § 2.5.5: With the foam additive, shouldn’t the backflow preventer be of the Reduced Pressure Zone principle? | Backflow preventer shall be of the reduced pressure type as indicated on FX506 and in accordaance with UFC 3-600-01, Section 9-6.6.2. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 7 | Specs/Drwg | Specification Section 21 30 00 § 2.4.4.1. May butterfly valves be utilized downstream of the fire pump? | Butterfly valves are accepteable to be used downstream of fire pump. Refer to details on FX501. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 8 | Specs/Drwg | Drawing S-161 does not indicate any roof structure improvements in the HEF Room 106. Will any structural improvements be required to this roof in order to support the sprinkler piping exiting this room? | It is not anticipated that retrofitting the roof structure will be required. This will be verified when final suppression design and routing is submitted. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 9 | Specs/Drwg | Guernsey Preliminary Suppression Calculation Page 2 of 2 references 11.2k sprinklers IAW UFC-3-600-01 Table 9-3. UFC 3-600-01 § 9-7.3.1 identifies Table 9-3 as applying to “non-storage occupancies. UFC 4-211-01 does not address sprinkler k-factors in a hangar. NFPA-409 § 6.2.4.6 requires sprinkler to be if 5.6k or 8.0k. Please confirm sprinkler orifices are to be sized in accordance with NFPA-409. | Overhead sprinklers for hangar bay shall be a minimum 5.6K. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/28/21 | 10 | Specs/Drwg | Plan Sht. M101 Shows VE-1 through VE5, Sht. M501 Number 13 shows Vacuum Exhaust Details, Sht. M601 HVAC Schedule does not show any Vacuum Exhaust Fans, but reference is mad to them in the Infrared Heating Schedule remark section. Please provided a Vacuum Exhaust Fan Schedule. | Refer to Infrared Heating Schedule for VE fan sizing. VE fan should be purchased as part of Infrared Heating Unit. | 7/1/21 |
| 6/29/21 | 11 | Drwg | Drawing FX001 General Fire Suppression Notes |
Item # 8 – States, all fire suppression above ground piping shall comply with NFPA #13.
Item # 19 – States, Schedule 40 pipe minimum for above ground pipe.
Section 21 13 13.00 10 Wet Pipe Sprinkler System, Fire Protection Part 2 Products 2.5.1.1 Steel Pipe allows schedule 10 pipe, also NFPA # 13.
NFPA# 13 allows schedule 10 pipe for sprinkler systems.
Question – Is schedule 10 pipe allowed for the wet pipe sprinkler system for this project?
| No, sprinkler piping shall be schedule 40 in accordance with ANG ETL 15-01-03, Section 7.4.1 | ||||
| 7/2/21 | 12 | A-401/ Specs 10 28 13 | Toilet Accessories spec section 10 28 13 does not include all of the items that are listed on the Accessory Schedule on page A-401. Please provide specifications for all items listed on schedule that are to be included in the contract | Base standard for tissue dispenser is LoCor SKU D67021 stainless side-by-side bath tissue dispenser. |
Base standard for paper towel dispenser is LoCor SKUD68004 stainless mechanical hardwound roll towel dispenser Base standard for soap dispenser is Dial Fit universal manual dispenser, slate-1.2L.
All other bathroom accessories should match what is on the drawings A-401 schedule.
| 7/2/21 | 13 | A-401/ Specs 10 28 13 | Toilet Accessories spec section 10 28 13 lists “Accessory Items” in paragraph 2.2. Each item is followed by a letter in parenthesis. These letters do not coincide with Accessory Schedule on A-401. What do these letters indicate? | use the drawing A-401 schedule for correct accessories and RFI #12 answered above. |
| 7/2/21 | 14 | A-401/ Specs 10 28 13 | Accessories Schedule on page A-401 of the plans lists Mark “C” as a soap dish. However, the specs and Room Elevation #2 show it as a soap dispenser. Please verify which is needed. | Soap dispenser See RFI #12 answered above. |
| 7/2/21 | 15 | Specs/Drwg | Is this project tax exempt? If so, will the government provide a tax-exempt form to the awarded contractor so that they may provide it to their subcontractors? | No. Not tax exempt. |
| 7/2/21 | 16 | Specs/Drwg | Is the offeror responsible for relocating any owner equipment within the hangar that is not being demolished? If so, please provide a detailed list of what items are to be relocate and where those items are to be relocated to. | As shown on AD-121 and A-121 there is a hydraulic lift. Coordinate with government on storage. Can be stored in the hangar so long as it does not interfere with construction. Government can provide alternate storage location, but removal and reinstall will be the responsibility of the contractor. |
| 7/2/21 | 17 | Specs/Drwg | Is there any requirement for storing onsite or offsite owner equipment during renovation activities? | See RFI #16 |
| 7/2/21 | 18 | Specs/Drwg | Is there a proprietary contractor that is responsible for the fire alarm system in the hangar? | UFC 3-600-01 for HEF systems does require that any Air Force/ ANG agency use certain equipment to make the system completely functional. See spec section 28 31 76 |
| 7/2/21 | 19 | Specs/Drwg | Is there a proprietary contractor that is responsible for the fire suppression system in the hangar? | UFC 3-600-01 for HEF systems does require that any Air Force/ ANG agency use certain equipment to make the system completely functional. See spec section 21 13 20.00 30 |
| 7/2/21 | 20 | Specs/Drwg | Is there a proprietary contractor that is responsible for the Direct Digital Controls (DDC) system in the hangar? | Existing DDC system is by Johnson Controls, and new system must tie into existing to be functional. |
| 7/2/21 | 21 | Specs/Drwg | Is there a proprietary contractor that is responsible for the security or access control system in the hangar? | Existing Access controls on base use Advantor equipment and new system must tie into existing to be functional. |
| 7/2/21 | 22 | Specs/Drwg | The SOW document, paragraph 3.1.22 states to perform lead-based paint survey on facility to determine presence of hazardous materials. Drawing A-001, General Note E, states that lead-based paint surfaces will be disturbed as part of this work, and that Contractor shall properly remediate all hazardous materials prior to commencing work. Offerors cannot competitively and accurately bid this scope of work. Please either confirm that a survey is to be included in the bid, and that if hazardous materials are discovered, abatement services will be covered under a differing site condition contract modification or provide the hazardous materials survey so offerors and their abatement subcontractors can accurately price this scope. | See Addendum #001, 02 83 00.1 Lead Based Paint Sampling Report. |
In the event that the recommendation cannot be followed the contractor should notify the contracting officer before proceeding.
7/2/21 23 Specs/Drwg Please indicate if there are any hazardous materials on this project that require abatement, to include but not limited to lead, asbestos or contaminated soil. And, if so, please indicate the location and quantity (e.g., linear footage, square footage, cubic yards, etc.). SOW 5.1 states "Reference Attachment 3 for Lead-Based Paint Sampling report and recommendations. There are currently no other known or identified hazardous materials within building 1013. The specifications being provided as part of the Type B design will include a statement for work for lead remediation."
Recommendation on lead based paint is "that all paint remain on the doors/door frames and disposed as constructiondebris. In the event paint is stripped from the doors and/or door frames, proper protocols should be followed for removal and disposal."
Lead Baed Paint Sampling report has been added as an attachment to 02 83 00 via Addendum #001.
In the event that the recommendation cannot be followed the contractor should notify the contracting officer before proceeding.
| 7/2/21 | 24 | Specs/Drwg | Is there an underground utility map available for offerors to review prior to bidding? If so, would the GOV please provide? | underground utilities are shown multiple civil drawing in the complete drawing set. |
| 7/2/21 | 25 | Specs/Drwg | Are there any known activities from the airfield or ANG Base that would cause construction to be shut down? If so, please indicate when and for how long those shutdowns are required. | No. |
| 7/2/21 | 26 | Specs/Drwg | Section 01 32 17.00 20, Cost Loaded Network Analysis schedules, calls for requirements not commonly found on ANG projects. For example, are monthly schedule update meetings (MPMs) going to be used on this project? Is a dedicated scheduler required? Will monthly payment applications include the updated schedule, along with the seven (7) schedule reports and files, schedule narrative, and native scheduling file along with SDEF? Typically, in our experience, a PDF schedule submission satisfies the requirements. Please advise. | Weekly progress meetings will be held, and typically are less than 1 hour. |
A dedicated scheduler is not required.
Schedule will need to be updated when it changes.
Not familiar with the 7 schedule reports and files so not required.
Schedule narrative, native scheduling and SDEF not required.
Monthly pay applications with updated AF 3065 are required.
PDF schedule or AF 3064 will be acceptable schedules
| 7/2/21 | 27 | Specs/Drwg | What is the government review time for submittals? | 14 working days |
| 7/2/21 | 28 | Specs/Drwg | What is the government response time for answering RFIs? | 14 working days |
| 7/2/21 | 29 | Specs/Drwg | Section 01 33 29 requires significant submittal, tracking and documentation efforts for sustainability features. In an effort to reduce cost, would the GOV please consider removing this specification section, or at a minimum, the formal submittals, to include the Preliminary High Performance and Sustainable Building Checklist; Sustainability Action Plan; Preliminary Sustainability eNotebook; Final High Performance and Sustainable Building Checklist; Final Sustainability eNotebook; Amended Final Sustainability eNotebook; and Amended Final High Performance and Sustainable Building Checklist | Sustainability requirements can be removed. |
| 7/2/21 | 30 | Specs/Drwg | Is there a height restriction for use of a crane on this project? If so, what is that height restriction | FAA study will need to be submitted to determine. |
| 7/2/21 | 31 | Specs/Drwg | Will there be any temporary airfield lighting or barricades required to be provided by the Offeror during this project? | No. But FOD protection will be critical. |
| 7/2/21 | 32 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm that Competent Persons listed in Section 01 35 26 can be from either the Prime Contractor or the subcontractor performing the work. | Yes either. |
| 7/2/21 | 33 | Specs/Drwg | Section 01 35 26 calls for a temporary roof access stairway and debris chute scaffolding. Will ANG allow Offerors alternative methods for safely accessing the roof, such as equipment, in lieu of erecting scaffolding? | Yes other methods are approved so long as they will not create a FOD problem for the airfield. |
| 7/2/21 | 34 | Specs/Drwg | Is there existing fall protection tie-offs on the existing roof that personnel can utilize during the roof replacement scope? | No. |
| 7/2/21 | 35 | Specs/Drwg | Section 01 45 00.00 10, paragraph 3.4.2 states that the CQC System Manager must be a graduate engineer, graduate architect, or a graduate of construction management, with a minimum of 5 years construction experience on construction similar to this Contract. Will ANG please also accept a CQC System Manager with no degree, but 10 years of relevant construction experience? | Yes |
| 7/2/21 | 36 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm that all required utilities needed for construction (power, water, etc.) will be provided by ANG at no cost to the Contractor. If not, please identify which utilities are not available to the contractor and what is the usage cost so that we can include in our estimate | If the contractor wishes to set up a job trailer the base will provide a site. Utilities will be provided by the contractor coordinating with utility providers. The base is not a utility provider. |
| 7/2/21 | 37 | Specs/Drwg | Please expand on the requirements for the project identification sign as stated in Section 01 50 00, paragraph 2.1.2. | follow guidance in EM 385-1-1 |
| 7/2/21 | 38 | Specs/Drwg | Will the jobsite trailers and administrative field offices required in section 01 50 00, paragraphs 3.5 and 3.5.2 need to hold GOV and DOR personnel during progress or project meetings or can owner-related meetings be held in GOV facilities? | Meetings can be held in GOV facilities. The contractor can plan on using B1013 if it will not interfere with construction and if it is preferred over seting up a job trailer. |
| 7/2/21 | 39 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm that all bid packages will be opened at bid time and apparent low bidders will be identified at bid time. | Yes |
| 7/2/21 | 40 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm that the Environmental Manager required in Section 01 57 19, paragraph 1.5.4 can have dual roles on the project. | Yes |
| 7/2/21 | 41 | Specs/Drwg | Due to the size and location, please confirm that there are no environmental permits required on this project, to include but not limited to NOI/NOT, SWPPP or 404 Permit. | Project may require NOI/NOT and SWPPP plans. Refer to Gneral Note 1 on C-200. Contractor is responsible for all permits and associated fees. A 404 permit is not anticipated. |
| 7/2/21 | 42 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm that the HVAC system and Building Automation System are the only two systems to be commissioned, and that the Commissioning Agent and all commissioning services falls on the Prime Contractor to provide. The reason we ask is because 01 90 00 calls for only HVAC and Building Automation Systems, but Section 21 90 00, Fire Protection System Commissioning is included in the project | HVAC and Building Automation System are required to be commissioned as well as the Fire protection system. HVAC and Building Automation systems will use a commissioning agent as described in spec section 01 90 00. Fire protection commissioning shall use an FPE as described in spec section 21 90 00. The Fire Protection system will also require coordination with the AHJ as well as a QFPE to commission the system. |
| 7/2/21 | 43 | Specs/Drwg | The specification Section 01 32 17.00 20 require P6 for scheduling, but the solicitation document requires AF 3064 and AF 3065 for progress reporting. Please confirm that the Section 01 32 17.00 20 takes precedence in lieu of the AF 3064 AND sf 3065. | AF 3064 Contract Progress Schedule and AF 3065 Contract Progress Report will be required in lieu of all the P6 requirements. |
| 7/2/21 | 44 | Specs/Drwg | Are there any city or county permits required on this project? If so, please state which permit(s), to include cost/fees. | Coordination with OKC will be required when connecting to their waterline. The government does not determine these costs. |
A crane permit or FAA Aeronautical Survey will be required prior to any crane work. The process is layed out in section 7 of the SOW.
| 7/2/21 | 45 | Specs/Drwg | On drawing C-151 in the SE corner of the drawings, the actuated isolation valve is partially covered by a concrete ADA landing. Please evaluate and provide direction if the precast cover impacts the ADA sidewalk and landing, as it appears both are at the same elevation and, once the landing is placed, no one could access the actuated isolation valve. | place as shown, manhole lid is at the same elevation as the landing. Valve will be accessed through the manhole lid. |
| 7/2/21 | 46 | Specs/Drwg | On A141, drawings state no equipment to be placed within 2 feet of fan blades. The existing cranerail is within two feet and there will be equipment installed on the roof within two feet. Is this going to be an issue? (Does fall protection connecting to joist go on top or underside of roof? | The equipment on the roof and fall arrest systems will not impact the fan blades as designed. |
| 7/2/21 | 47 | Specs/Drwg | Confirm all interior miscellaneous and structural steel gets painted. | A vinyl-faced insulation system will be installed at the interior face of all exterior walls and a metal liner panel system extends to 10' above the stem wall. A dry-fall paint system will be used at all exposed roof deck, exposed structure, exposed ductwork, exposed equipment piping, conduit, hangars, draft curtains, etc. |
| 7/2/21 | 48 | Specs/Drwg | Verify all existing wall panel do not require new paint or any other work. The only metal wall panel scope is associated with the infill on the hangar doors. It is unclear as to the extent of work required for the existing metal wall panels. | A vinyl-faced insulation system will be installed at the interior face of all exterior walls and a metal liner panel system extends to 10' above the stem wall. Exterior metal panels to be prepped and painted. |
| 7/2/21 | 49 | Specs/Drwg | Drawing A-302 appears to show the three large “BigAss” fans at the same elevation of the existing cranerails, just north of gridline 6. On Drawing A141, it shows the fans going beyond the cranerails. We believe there is a conflict. It could be easily resolved by lowering the fan, but we’d like the owner and DOR to review and provide direction. | It shows the 2' clear line extending beyond the crane rails. The fan blades do not extend into on plane view, but they are not at the same elevation. Crane rails are at 30' 11-3/4", and fan blades are below at 30'. |
| 7/2/21 | 50 | Specs/Drwg | Drawing A121 shows interior liner panels along the perimeter wall, with the exception of hangar door. There is no specification section for this item. Please provide the specification for this scope of work | Basis of design for this panel is Berridge "FW-1025" |
Material: 24 Ga. Steel Texture: Smooth Color: White Concealed Fasteners Provide factory color matched closure trims.
7/2/21 51 Specs/Drwg The perimeter walls all receive insulation. The specification states to refer to the plans for the R-value, but we cannot locate the R-value. Please indicate the R-value for this insulation. Wall and roof insulation is to meet the requirements of ASHRAE 90.1.
Minimum value for the walls is R-13.
| 7/2/21 | 52 | Specs/Drwg | Drawing A-201, General Note A states that all exterior painting needs to be tarped. This is a very expensive requirement. Would ANG please consider removing this note and requiring painting scope to be performed only during low-wind days? | Contractor will be responsible for any damage caused by overspray during painting operations. Government will not require use of a tarp howerver the contractor will accept liablility for any damage caused by not using a tarp. |
| 7/2/21 | 53 | Specs/Drwg | Section 07 27 10.00 10 calls for an air barrier system. The specs state that only 5,500-SF of area requires this air barrier system, and it lists applicable office/room numbers. However, there is no material or product called out in the specifications. Also, the drawings do not clearly show the extent of the air barrier. Please provide more information regarding this scope of work so that Offerors understand the full scope of work. Please indicate the product type (manufacturer, etc.), and specific locations where this item is to be placed. | Remove specification section 07 27 10.00 10 from the project. |
| 7/2/21 | 54 | Specs/Drwg | Is the spray-applied fireproofing material to only go on areas shown on Detail 2, on A-322? | Specifically for this area yes. Additionally firestopping material will be required on any penetration through any fire wall. |
| 7/2/21 | 55 | Specs/Drwg | Drawing A-322, Detail 2 show a note, “Void forms between girt and column at back face of exterior wall panel as it turns the corner”. Please explain this requirement. The only void forms we’re familiar with are associated with concrete below grade. | does not refer to "void form" as used in structural concrete to create a void rather refers to a gap that will be created whent the new wall will be built. |
| 7/2/21 | 56 | Specs/Drwg | Does the interior exposed ductwork need to be painted? | Keyed note 1 A-141 "DRY FALL PAINT SYSTEM AT EXPOSED ROOF DECKS, |
EXPOSED STRUCTURE, EXPOSED DUCTWORK, ALL EXPOSED EQUIPMENT PIPING, CONDUIT, HANGERS, DRAFT CURTAINS ETC."
| 7/2/21 | 57 | Specs/Drwg | Bullet 3.1.20 in the SOW Document states to provide support system for pressure washers at the aircraft wash rack. We cannot locate where the supports are, what the supports looks like (size, material, etc.), and we cannot locate an aircraft wash rack. Please advise accordingly. | Refers to EWH's listed in plumbing drawings. |
| 7/2/21 | 58 | Specs/Drwg | Note 3.1.8 in the SOW Document states to integrate two adjacent apron lighting towers into the facility power. Is the GOV referring to the two pole lights on the southwest and southeast corner of the hangar? | Yes |
| 7/2/21 | 59 | Specs/Drwg | EP-102, Keynote #4, it references Drawing P-201 for location of existing aerial power. Drawing P-201 does not appear to exist. Please clarify. | Should reference to drawing P-102. |
| 7/2/21 | 60 | Specs/Drwg | The drawings include a statement about coordinating location of CCTVs with owner. However, there does not appear to be any requirements, and no specification, for CCTV or any security requirements, to include access control. Please confirm that there are requirements for CCTV systems, access control, security systems, etc. | The only requirement would be to work around existing CCTV cameras, and identify if power or cables are interfering with construction activities. |
| 7/2/21 | 61 | Specs/Drwg | There are two telecommunication drawings, but no telecommunication specs. Please provide the specifications for the scope of work called for in the telecommunication drawings. | Construction will include pathways for communications only. Cabling to be provided by others. Follow instructions on drawings. |
| 7/2/21 | 62 | Specs/Drwg | Who is the manufacturer of the existing hangar door? Please provide name and contact information. | we don’t know? |
| 7/2/21 | 63 | Specs/Drwg | Is the existing hangar door under warranty? If so, who is providing the warranty? (Please provide name and contact information.) | No. |
| 7/2/21 | 64 | Specs/Drwg | Is there a maintenance contract with the hangar door? If so, please provide name and contact information. | No. |
| 7/2/21 | 65 | Specs/Drwg | Please expand and provide more information regarding the new fall arrest system being provided. | Fall arrest systems will be for ladders to the mechanical mezzanines on hangar floor, and for ladders on the roof. There will also be anchors installed during the roof work. |
| 7/2/21 | 66 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm that rooms 106, 103, 105, 107A, 107B, 111, 111A, 108, 112, 114, and 109 are unclassified areas. If so, is it acceptable to use EMT in these areas? | Yes EMT can be used. Except in equipment rooms - 106 (HEF Room) and 109 (Mech/Elec Room) as required in specification 26 20 00, para 3.1.5.1 c. |
| 7/2/21 | 67 | Specs/Drwg | C-111 indicates installation of a new OG&E transformer. Is the existing transformer pad sufficiently sized for the new equipment? If not, please provide the required dimensions for equipment pad modification. | Yes as previously coordinated with OG&E. |
| 7/2/21 | 68 | Specs/Drwg | C-112 identifies minimal fence work. Please provide applicable specification. | Use drawings and match existing fence. |
| 7/2/21 | 69 | Specs/Drwg | C-111 and C-112 identifies traffic signage to comply with MUTCD Standards. Please provide applicable standard. Also, please confirm the only traffic signs are located at the two (2) ADA parking spaces | MUTCD is the applicable standard. |
| 7/2/21 | 70 | Specs/Drwg | A-601 identifies work associated with the existing hangar door. Please provide applicable specification. | Work on hangar door is identified on drawings to be painting, replacing weather seals, and upgrading motors and electrical. |
| 7/2/21 | 71 | Specs/Drwg | Are the WF-4916 drawings still current with the City of OKC (i.e., not expired)? | The city is aware of the project and has reviewed finding no errors. Final coordination with OKC still needs to be done prior to construction of water lines. |
| 7/2/21 | 72 | Specs/Drwg | S-111, Keynote #1 identifies demolition of existing suspended concrete slab. Is there any as-built information for this existing condition? If yes, could you please provide applicable information? | Area indicated to be removed is shown on as-builts to have #4 rebar @12'O.C. each way and tied into footings with #3 rebar on all 4 sides. |
| 7/2/21 | 73 | Specs/Drwg | A-522, Detail 5 provides a detail for the draft curtain. Is there a specification for the draft curtain available? If not, please provide additional information for the materials (e.g., panel profile, gauge/thickness of materials identified, etc.). | Basis of Design is Berridge “R” Panel exposed fastener panels. |
24 Ga.
Finish: Smooth Color: White Provide factory trims and closures as required.
| 7/2/21 | 74 | Specs/Drwg | A-141, Keynote #6 and A-201, Keynotes #10 and #14 state to infill with metal wall panels that match existing adjacent wall panel profiles and thicknesses. Is there any as-built information for this existing wall panels? If yes, could you please provide applicable information? | The only information on the as-builts is the panels are "corrugated metal siding." |
| 7/2/21 | 75 | Specs/Drwg | 61. A-201, Keynote #12 identifies new metal building sign and paint color identified on the exterior finish schedule. Notes mention to match the original building sign, size, font style, depth, and mounting style. Please provide applicable specification, details, dimensions, etc. | Each capital letter to be anywhere from 18" to 24" tall. |
Font shall be Helvetica Neue bold type Lettering shall be as shown on drawings and centered where shown.
Mounting shall be up to sign fabricator.
| 7/2/21 | 76 | Specs/Drwg | E-601 panels MDP and LDP appear to overlap each other. Please provide legible sheet. | Concur- See Addendum #001 for corrected drawing. |
| 7/2/21 | 77 | Specs/Drwg | T-101 Keynote #2 states communication cabling by others. Is this applicable to the underground site communication work as well? | All cabling for base network system done by others. Any cabling or communications needed for HVAC DDC controls or fire alarm communications is to be included in this construction. Underground pathways are also to be included where indicated. |
| 7/2/21 | 78 | Specs/Drwg | Spec 10 14 0.20 para 1.3 identifies extra materials required for the interior signage. Please provide clarifications for the following: |
a. Paragraph refers to blank plates for sign type SN4 and SN 3 /2?
i. SN4 is only one plate, so not sure what blank refers to? For SN 3 / 2 – Would a blank plate be for the room number area?
b. Paragraph refers to sign type SN7 – No sign exists in the plans.
c. Copy of Software – Does this mean we are to provide an actual copy of a software program or just the file to generate updated printed messages?
| Omit Section 1.3 Extra Materials from the specification. The blank plates and software described are not required. | |||
| 7/2/21 | 79 | Specs/Drwg | Detail 2/5-111 indicates a new Pump House Foundation is to be provided. Detail 3/5-501 calls for an infill floor between skids. |
Who furnishes the Pump House? Are the Skids part of the Pump House? If not what size are they
| The pump house is to be furnished as part of the construction project. The skids will be part of the pump house, and size will depend on the manufacturer. | ||||
| 7/12/21 | 80 | Specs/Drwg | SOW 3.1.11 references cleaning/rehabbing of the existing floor/joints in the hangar space and shops. However, 03 01 00 Rehabilitation of Concrete references removal of slabs, topping of slabs, milling, etc. Please clarify the work required so that all offerors are bidding the same scope. | See note on drawing S-111"CLEAN EXISTING CONCRETE FLOORING IN HANGAR SPACE AND SHOPS. ALL JOINTS WILL BE REHABILITATED BY REMOVING EXISTING SEALANT, REPAIRING SPALLED CONCRETE EDGES AND RESEALING JOINTS. PROVIDE FUEL RESISTIVE RESINOUS FLOORING PER PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS." And Spec section 03 01 00 3.3.2.3 Placement for Other Repair Materials |
| 7/12/21 | 81 | Specs/Drwg | 01 91 00.15, para 1.1 only identifies two systems for commissioning (HVAC and BAS). Subsequently, the individual spec sections identify additional commissioning requirements. Please clarify which systems need to be commissioned. | HVAC and DDC controls will be commissioned by a commissioning agent. Fire suppression will be commissioned by an FPE see RFI #42 |
| 7/12/21 | 82 | Specs/Drwg | Regarding 21 30 00, para 2.11.2 diesel fuel tanks, does the Contractor need to completely fill the referenced tank? | Yes. |
| 7/12/21 | 83 | Specs/Drwg | Building Identification: Sheet A201, Note 12, states Metal Building Sign must match existing. Please provide specifications of existing sign such as material type, text size, font style, depth and mounting style. | Helevietica Neue Font 4.25" tall white letters on van dyke brown. Sign is surface mounted, plastic or metal will be acceptable. Sign is 8" tall x 14" wide. |
| 7/12/21 | 84 | Specs/Drwg | Metal Panels: Sheet A-701 Finish Schedule states Metal Wall Panels (MWP) to be 12” x 10’-0”, prefinished, 24 gauge. Please confirm 12” panels are correct. Please provide specifications or basis of design. | Could be different based on manufacturer. Metal wall panels are to extend 10' above the finish floor. |
| 7/12/21 | 85 | Specs/Drwg | Prefabricated Pump House Specifications: Please provide specifications and finishes for the Prefabricated Pump House. | There is no spec section. Pump house to be provided in accordance with the parameters on the drawings and in order to provide a complete and usable fire suppression system. |
| 7/12/21 | 86 | Specs/Drwg | Air Barrier: Specification sections 07 05 23 and 07 27 10.00 10 define what an air barrier is and describe the air barrier testing requirements; but, a specific air barrier product is not provided in these specifications. Specification section 07 21 16-2.2 describes the facing of the insulation as an air barrier. 1.) Please confirm the vinyl facing of the batt insulation is to serve as the air barrier for this facility. If the vinyl faced insulation is the air barrier, will this product meet the air leakage requirements after being penetrated by screws and other fasteners? 2.) Please provide a plan(s) indicating the extents of the air barrier for Bldg. 1013. 3.) Please provide details of the intersection of walls to floors, walls to ceilings, walls to walls, etc. and demonstrate the desired sealing methods of one surface to another. | See RFI #53. |
| 7/12/21 | 87 | Specs/Drwg | Submittal Register: Please provide submittal register. | See attached. B1013_Type B3_IFC_Submittal Reg-20_312.exe |
| 7/12/21 | 88 | Specs/Drwg | CQC Requirements: Paragraph 3.4.2. of Spec Section 01 45 00.00 10 states CQC must be a graduate engineer, graduate architect, or a graduate of construction of construction management, with a minimum of 5 years. Would 10 years of construction experience on construction similar to this project be acceptable in lieu of graduate requirement? | Yes. See RFI #35. |
| 7/12/21 | 89 | Specs/Drwg | Shaft Wall: Detail 2/A-322 calls for a 1-hour rated shaft wall on top of a CMU block wall. The gauge and size of the shaft walls studs is not provided. Please note this shaft wall will be subject to wind loading when the hangar doors are open. Please provide the desired size and gauge of the shaft wall studs used in section 2/A-322. | See A-341 Wall Type S051A. And details on A-501. |
| 7/12/21 | 90 | Specs/Drwg | Utilities: Spec 01 50 00 Paragraph 3.3.1 states to “Provide temporary utilities required for construction.” Will Contractor be required to pay for the use of the utilities or just the infrastructure required to obtain temporary utilities? If Contractor required to pay for use, please provide utility rates. | See RFI #36. |
| 7/12/21 | 91 | Specs/Drwg | Fire Pump: The drawings show fire pump ratings to be 2,500 gpm @ 125 psi, but the written specs say 2,500 gpm @ 165 psi. Please provide clarification. | See RFI #2 |
| 7/12/21 | 92 | Specs/Drwg | Fire Pump: Approximately how much static water supply pressure will be feeding the fire pump? | See design analysis |
| 7/12/21 | 93 | Specs/Drwg | Concrete Pavement: Sheet C-501, Detail 1, Note 1 states lime percentage for subgrade modification to be determined based on laboratory tests and Geotechnical Engineer. Is Contractor to provide Geotechnical Engineering Services for this work? | See Spec Section 31 00 00 3.13 Testing by Getechnical testing agency |
| 7/12/21 | 94 | Specs/Drwg | Pump House Foundation: Sheet S-501, Detail 3 shows Pump House Foundation with 6” slab on grade and thickened edge. Sheet S-11 Keynote 3 states 6” slab with turned down edges over 6” capillary break layer over properly prepared subgrade (GSN). Please confirm 6” aggregate base is required per structural general note 4.D. | Use keyed note 3 for base course construction. |
| 7/12/21 | 95 | Specs/Drwg | Metal Wall Panel Tail Dock Infill: Please provide structural/framing details to support new metal wall panels at the tail dock infill. | See detail 1 S-201, 1 A-321, 1&2 A-521 |
| 7/12/21 | 96 | Specs/Drwg | Architectural Detail: Please provide call out for bold lines shown on detail 2 of plan sheet A-521. Is this existing framing? | Yes existing framing and hangar door |
| 7/12/21 | 97 | Specs/Drwg | Hangar Doors: Note under Door Schedule on Sheet A-321 states to replace existing seals and associated hardware at head, jamb and sill at each door leaf. Please provide specifications and list of replacement parts required for this work. | Replacement of existing seeals and install of new seals for existing hangar doors. Full parts list was not developed. |
| 7/12/21 | 98 | Specs/Drwg | Fire Protection: DA paragraphs 10.17.2 states that the “fire alarm control panel will be provided with integral radio transmitter”, which limits the number of manufacturers that would be compliant. Spec Section 28 31 76, paragraph 2.22 states “ transmitters shall be compatible with proprietary supervising station receiving equipment……Monaco.” Is it acceptable to install a fire alarm control panel as long as a separate Monaco transmitter is provided? | Must have a complete and fully functional fire alarm/ msass notifications system in compliance with the specs. |
| 7/12/21 | 99 | Specs/Drwg | Print M-801 refers to the Water Flow Meter & Gas Meter tying into the DDC/Metasys system. When looking at the spec sections 23-09023 & 23-11-25 the only requirement is to be an open Niagara based system newer than version 4.0. Please confirm that an open Niagara based system was the design intention. | Will need to have enough outputs to meet the specs, and be compatible with DDC controls. |
| 7/12/21 | 100 | Specs/Drwg | Will the Contractor be responsible to remove an FFE items prior to the start of demolition? | See RFI #16. |
| 7/12/21 | 101 | Specs/Drwg | Please provide a contact name and number for the Johnson Controls DDC controls contractor that serves this base. | "Willie" |
| 7/12/21 | 102 | Specs/Drwg | Will the contractor be required to pay for any privatized utilities such as gas, water, electric and sewer that will be necessary for this contract? If so, please provide the contact’s name and number for each | See RFI #36. |
| 7/12/21 | 103 | Specs/Drwg | Can a green colored windscreen fabric be used in lieu of plastic strip inserts for the temporary fence? | Yes. |
| 7/12/21 | 104 | Specs/Drwg | Will the entire project site be required to be fenced in with 6’ tall temp. fencing? | No. |
| 7/12/21 | 105 | Specs/Drwg | Please provide details for the existing fence that the contractor must match. | Fence is 7' tall with 6 strand barb on Y outriggers. |
| 7/12/21 | 106 | Specs/Drwg | Will the contractor be responsible for any Water or Sanitary Sewer Connection fees? | Yes. |
| 7/12/21 | 107 | Specs/Drwg | Spec section 02 83 00 paragraph 3.1.1.3 calls out that the government will remove FFE before abatement will begin; however, the next paragraph states that FFE will remain in the building and need to be covered and protected. Please confirm which to be true, as well as how much FFE is expected to need protecting if that is the case. | See RFI #16. |
| 7/12/21 | 108 | Specs/Drwg | Sheet A-001 Note E calls out Lead Based Painted Surfaces will be disturbed on the project. Specification section 02 83 00 was included to remediate any lead-based paint. Will a hazardous material survey report be provided to clarify the quantity of painted surfaces to be remediated? | See Addendum #001, 02 83 00.1 Lead Based Paint Sampling Report. |
In the event that the recommendation cannot be followed the contractor should notify the contracting officer before proceeding.
7/12/21 109 Specs/Drwg Will the contractor be required to perform their own Hazardous Materials Survey? If so, will findings be treated as unforeseen conditions? See Addendum #001, 02 83 00.1 Lead Based Paint Sampling Report.
In the event that the recommendation cannot be followed the contractor should notify the contracting officer before proceeding.
| 7/12/21 | 110 | Specs/Drwg | Can the client provide a budget for all contractors to include for bidding purposes to level all bids? | No. Magnitude is 5M to 10M. |
| 7/12/21 | 111 | Specs/Drwg | Can a quantity of painted surfaces in need of remediation be supplied to include in proposals? | See Addendum #001, 02 83 00.1 Lead Based Paint Sampling Report. |
In the event that the recommendation cannot be followed the contractor should notify the contracting officer before proceeding.
| 7/12/21 | 112 | Specs/Drwg | Please confirm no asbestos abatement is required on the project, to include at joint sealants and roofing scheduled for demolish. | Yes no known asbestos containing materials are within the construction project. |
| 7/12/21 | 113 | Specs/Drwg | Many paragraphs in specification section 02 41 00 call out for salvage of materials. Please confirm if contractor is to salvage and turn over to the government anything beyond items that may be listed on drawings. If items are required to be salvaged, boxed, tagged, and turned over to the government, please provide a list. | Government will provide a metal recycle bin for the contractor to use. The contractor is welcome to use there own means of recycling if they wish. All other construction debris will be the responsibility of the contractor. The governmen will request all waste or recycle tickets. |
| 7/12/21 | 114 | Specs/Drwg | Spec 02 41 00 para 3.4.1 calls out “Recycling is not required if the tiles contain or may have been exposed to asbestos material”. Please confirm if we are to assume ceiling tiles contain asbestos. | no known asbestos containing materials are within the construction project. |
| 7/12/21 | 115 | Specs/Drwg | Spec 02 41 00 para 3.5.3 calls out to “Transport noncombustible materials removed from demolition and deconstruction structures to designated spoil areas on Government property.” Please confirm disposal of demolished materials can be disposed on Government property. If so, where is the disposal location in relation to the project site? | No, construction debris must be disposed of off site and shall be the responsibility of the contractor. |
| 7/12/21 | 116 | Specs/Drwg | P-501 – is the new smart water meter to be furnished and installed by the plumber or by the utility contractor? The smart water meter is not listed on the plumbing schedule. | New meter is to be installed by contractor, and apporoved during the submittal process. |
| 7/12/21 | 117 | Specs/Drwg | P-501 – is the new DDC Gas Meter to be provided by the plumbing contractor or by the gas company? | New meter is to be installed by contractor, and apporoved during the submittal process. |
| 7/12/21 | 118 | Specs/Drwg | M-601 – Please confirm that the Basis of design for the mechanical equipment that is listed on M-601 Must be used an no substitute Basis of Design is allowed? Example, the ERV basis of design is Cook ERV-500, Infrared Heating units basis of design is Reflect-o ray, Circulation Fans basis of design is Bigass Fans, the electric convection heater basis of design is Indeeco WHI, the make-up air unit basis of design is Greenheck IGX, the gas fired unit heaters basis of design is Reznor UDAS, the louver basis of design is Greenheck EDD-601, the Separated combustion furnace coil and condensing unit basis of design is TRANE 4TTA7, are substitute manufacturer’s allowed for this contract? | Manufacturers listed on M-601 are for basis of design only. Other manufacturers that meet the specification will be acceptable. |
| 7/12/21 | 119 | Specs/Drwg | Is the Controls contractor required in install any AT/FP mushroom buttons for this contract? | mot familiar with the mushroom button |
| 7/12/21 | 120 | Specs/Drwg | Drawing sheet T-101 keyed note 2 states cabling by others. General note 1 states raceway from each outlet to cable tray. Sheet T-501 detail 2 shows a typical comm outlet with 4-4 pair, CAT6 cables. There is also no division 27 specification. Please confirm that the contractor shall only install pathways with pull string, and that all telecom cabling is by others. | Yes cabling by others. |
| 7/12/21 | 121 | Specs/Drwg | Spec Section 03 30 00 para 1.8.2 calls out for FSC certified wood. Please confirm FSC certified wood is not a requirement of the project, as this can add substantial cost to the project | Will not be required |
| 7/12/21 | 122 | Specs/Drwg | Sheet EP101, general note #2 states: |
• CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY THAT ANY RECEPTACLES IN HANGAR AND GSE MECHANICS AREA (ROOMS 101,102, &104) AT 18" AND BELOW ARE AT LEAST CLASS 1 DIV 2, ANY RECEPTACLE NOT MEETING THIS STANDARD SHALL BE REPLACED WITH A CLASS 1 DIV 2 RECEPTACLE
1. Does this general note mean that the area from finished floor to 18 IN above finished floor is C1D2 throughout the hangar?
2. Are there any other explosion proof (hazardous) areas associated with this project?
1. Yes
2. No 7/12/21 123 Specs/Drwg Spec Section 21 13 20.00 30 Paragraphs 3.5.2.4 and 3.5.2.5 describe the clean-up requirements for the HEF after testing/discharge into the hangar.
1. It appears Contractor will be required to vacuum HEF and cleaning water and dispose of off-stie? Please confirm.
2. If so, is there an OKC Waste-Water Treatment Plant that will accept the HEF and cleaning water?
3. If so, is there a fee/charge to discharge at the plant?
1. Yes
2. Not sure
3. Not Sure 7/12/21 124 Specs/Drwg Our subs are telling us that there suppliers can no longer guarantee pricing past 30 days due to covid19, the specs are calling for a 90 day guarantee, need to know how to proceed. We need the 90 day guarntee.
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