Base Renovations Phase 2 Questions_Final.pdf

Base-wide Renovation Phase 2:

Questions and Answers

PROJECT NO. PJVY 202301011

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

167 AIRLIFT WING

CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON

MARTINSBURG, WV

General Questions:

Q. Are there any work hour restrictions?

A. Yes, M-F 0700 – 1600 (section 2.3.2 in the SOW)

Q. What is the process for requesting work hours outside of the established times?

A. Request in writing to the COR no less than 48 hours prior

Q. Please confirm that non-U.S. Citizens can access the base.

A. Non-U.S. Citizens may access the base as long as they possess the proper documentation to work in the U.S and can pass the background check.

Q. Please provide the USAF design guide to be followed for color selection, finishes, hardware, etc.

A. Design guide has been uploaded with the other solicitation documentation.

Q. Please confirm if there are any fees or costs associated with badging and background screening for base access.

A. There are no additional fees or costs associated with badging or background screening for base access.

Building 303 Firehouse:

SOW Paragraph 3.1. BLDG 303

Q. We noticed that part on the work in the base bid was solicitated in another contract. Is this work still needed?

A: No, Section 3.1.1 has been removed from the SOW. Please see updated SOW.

Q. SOW 3.1.2.2 instructs the Contractor to install speakers and system controls throughout department.

Please confirm any specifications regarding conduit for the audio system.

A. Rigid metal conduit.

Q. To install wall mounted devices, please confirm that the Contractor can “fish” wire through the walls.

A. First floor are all concrete block walls. Second floor is mostly drywall studded, with end rooms being concrete block walls.

Q. Please confirm the type of ceiling throughout Building 303.

A. Drop ceilings.

Q. Verify that latest speaker plan is uploaded to SAM.gov.

A. I can’t find any different speaker drawings in the project folder or in the 220469 Repair Fire Protection Base Wide folder. I do not know where the contractors got the idea that there were different versions of the speaker plan. I am not sure where 3.1.2.3 from the SOW came from other than being copied/pasted from the 220469 SOW. There was nothing in the original quote for the alert system regarding a ‘Video Distribution Equipment’ install or any video equipment listed in the plans. My preference would be to strike line 3.1.2.3 from the SOW.

Q. Is the Monaco transceiver required existing to remain? If so, will removal and relocation be necessary?

A. Yes, the existing transceiver can remain in place if it is compatible with the new system integration.

Q. Is the new fire alarm system to be installed prior to demo of the existing system?

A. The Alerting system shall be installed prior to or taken offline with minimum interference with the dispatching process.

Q. Is 3rd party testing required for the fire alarm system?

A. Testing is not required by 3rd party. The system shall be fully integrated with the current system and tested to meet the expectation of the SOW.

Q. The lead time for the fire alarm system components may exceed the PoP. Can the PoP be extended to accommodate longer lead items?

A. The lead time is flexible and may exceed the PoP if completed in a reasonable time frame.

Building 119

SOW Paragraph 3.2. BLDG 119 Material Control

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 01 – Bldg. 119 Material Control includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-1 & ASK-2.

A. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Please confirm if the wall that is shown to be demolished should be removed all the way to the bottom of the structure.

A. The wall is to be removed entirely.

Q. Confirm that there will be no new ceiling in the storeroom. If not, will the underside of the structure need to be painted.

A. 3.2.2 from the SOW answers this.

Q. How many lights are required in the office and storage room?

A. Current light levels are acceptable.

Q. Please confirm how many shelving units are required.

A. The number of shelves is to fill the area designated on the sketch.

Q. Please advise if frames are to be knock-down or welded.

A. Welded frames in new walls, and knock-down frames in existing walls.

Q. Sketch note #1 states to reuse existing wall base; please confirm if this should note to replace with new.

A. The intent is to reuse existing wall base to the greatest extent practical.

Q. Please provide as-builts in order to determine existing utility tie-in.

A. As-builts are to be provided.

Q. Please confirm location and quantity of dimmer switches.

A. Follow industry standards.

Q. Reference SOW paragraph 3.2.6. Please clarify where power and communications outlets are needed.

Please also clarify the location and/or distance to the nearest available electrical panel and telecom room.

A. Current power and telecom conduits are routed through existing CMU wall from the side of the new Office into the existing Office. Power/Telecom cable can be pulled through existing CMU wall and route down face of CMU in new Office to terminations.

Q. Reference ASK-2. Please confirm what hardware is required for the new single & double HM door openings shown on ASK-2.

A. For the double doors, the inactive leaf shall have flush bolt hardware. Active leaf to have a medium duty closer withhold-open capability; door latching to be heavy duty mortise hardware with ADA compliant lever. Hinges are to be in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.1. Provide hinges that are 4-1/2 by 4-1/2 inch. Provide hinges constructed so that pins are non-removable when door is closed. Single door is to have a medium duty closer withhold-open capability; door latching to be heavy duty mortise hardware with ADA compliant lever. Hinges are to be in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.1. Provide hinges that are 4-1/2 by 4-1/2 inch. Provide hinges constructed so that pins are non-removable when door is closed.

Q. Reference ASK-2. Please clarify the type and grade of solid surface countertop that is required.

A. Provide solid polymer that is a homogeneous filled solid polymer; not coated, laminated or of a composite construction, complying with ICPA SS-1 and is a minimum of ½” thick. See countertop in provided photo for example of expected quality level.

Q. Room 100 - For wall that is to be removed, should a bulkhead be created and used for wires, cables.

etc.?

A. I am not sure what they are asking about here. The ducts and conduits that the wall is built around are to remain and continue to be supported off the existing structure. The new ACT ceiling called out will conceal the existing utilities.

SOW Paragraph 3.3. BLDG 119 Doors

Q. Reference 3.3.1. It appears that the intent is for the new doors to be flush panel wood doors, but several existing doors have lights and/or louvers. Please confirm that all new doors are to be flush wood doors.

A. All new doors are to be flush doors.

Q. Reference 3.3.1. The SOW states that the new wood doors shall be stained to match existing doors, which may require a premium cost custom color. Will the owner accept a manufacturer standard pre-finished stain color for the new doors?

A. Samples to be submitted for acceptance.

Q. SOW 3.3.1 does not specify that the door frames need to be replaced. Please confirm all door frames that are to be replaced as part of the SOW.

A. The existing door frames are to remain in place.

Q. Please confirm finish, function, and lever style for the new mortise locksets.

A. Match style and finish as described in 3.3.1.1, and function is to remain the same as existing function.

Q. Will door hinges be replaced on all doors?

A. 3.3.1.2 from SOW states, “All other existing hardware is to be reused to greatest extent possible.”

Q. Please clarify the location of the new double door opening described in paragraph 3.3.2.

A. Double door is to be located in metal stud wall at entrance corridor on the 1st floor. Exact location to be coordinated during construction.

Q. SOW 3.3.3 instructs the Contractor to install rubber acoustic seals on door frames to offices 201 and 211, please confirm that no there is no STC rating requirement for the doors.

A. There are no specific STC requirements for this project.

Q. Reference 3.3.4. Please confirm that only kick plates and no mop plates are required.

A. 3.3.4 clearly states the requirement.

SOW Paragraph 3.4. BLDG 119 Office 219

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 03 – Bldg. 119 Office 219 includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-4.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Please provide a basis of design for the glass shelves.

A. Reference photo attached to SOW.

Q. Please confirm that wood blocking shall be installed in the walls for the shelving.

A. Means and methods was not within the description of the SOW.

Q. Please clarify the size, configuration, and finish for the base cabinets.

A. Reference photo attached to SOW.

Q. Please clarify the type and grade of solid surface countertop that is required.

A. See answer to 2h. Provide solid polymer that is a homogeneous filled solid polymer; not coated, laminated or of a composite construction, complying with ICPA SS-1 and is a minimum of ½” thick.

See countertop in provided photo for example of expected quality level.

SOW Paragraph 3.5. BLDG 119 Office 211

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 04 – Bldg. 119 Office 211 includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-5.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Please provide a basis of design for the glass shelves.

A. Reference photo attached to SOW.

SOW Paragraph 3.6. BLDG 119 Office 222

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 05 – Bldg. 119 Office 222 includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-6.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Please clarify the size and finish for the base cabinets.

A. Revised sketch to be provided. (Reference Attachment 1 below)

Q. Please clarify the type and grade of solid surface countertop that is required.

A. See answer to 2h. Provide solid polymer that is a homogeneous filled solid polymer; not coated, laminated or of a composite construction, complying with ICPA SS-1 and is a minimum of ½” thick.

See countertop in provided photo for example of expected quality level.

Q. Please clarify of the ceiling needs to be removed and replaced as part of the installation of the GWB to 3 CMU walls.

A. GWB to extend to bottom of existing ceiling.

Q. Room 222 Option 5 - Clarify plans for closet.

A. ASK-6 Revised (Reference Attachment 1 below)

SOW Paragraph 3.7. BLDG 119 Break Room

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 06 – Bldg. 119 Break Room includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-7.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Please clarify the material and finish for the countertop support brackets.

A. Reference photo attached to SOW.

Q. Please confirm that wood blocking shall be installed in the walls for the brackets.

A. Means and methods was not within the description of the SOW.

Q. Please clarify the type and grade of solid surface countertop that is required.

A. See answer to 2h. Provide solid polymer that is a homogeneous filled solid polymer; not coated, laminated or of a composite construction, complying with ICPA SS-1 and is a minimum of ½” thick.

See countertop in provided photo for example of expected quality level.

Q. Please provide a basis of design for the faucet.

A. Provide a brushed nickel finish.

Q. Please provide as-builts to show tie in point for plumbing domestic water supply, waste & vent systems.

A. As-builts to be provided.

Q. Please provide location of nearest available electrical panel for new surface mounted outlets.

A. As-builts to be provided.

Q. Please clarify if surface electrical rough in shall be EMT or wire mold.

A. EMT

Building 121:

SOW Paragraph 3.8. Bid Option 07: BLDG 121

Q. Is there an ASK available for bid option #7?

A. No ASK was deemed necessary to communicate the simplicity of the work involved.

Q. Please provide a basis of design for the 2 new overhead doors.

A. See 3.8.1.1

Q. Please provide a basis of design for the unit heater.

A. See 3.8.1.2.

Q. Please provide circuit size for overhead doors and unit heaters. Please also provide location and/or distance to nearest available electrical panel.

A. As-builts to be provided.

Q. Will the garage doors be insulated?

A. Yes

Q. Will the wall panels be insulated?

A. No

Q. Please confirm insulation is not required at existing walls.

A. No

Q. Please provide information for existing metal panels.

A. No

Q. Should existing concrete be extended up to the doors?

A. The current openings are to be filled in with metal paneling and overhead doors as specified. I see no Structural or operational reason to continue the concrete curb. It almost looks as if it was used to provide a level base for the wall to be installed on. The curb grows smaller from the South side to the North side of the building, so it was doubtful that it was for fuel/liquid containment.

Q. Should bollards be installed?

A. Bollards are not included in this contract. The currently installed bollards are not properly positioned to protect the edges of the openings correctly anyway.

Q. SOW 3.8.1.1 directs the Contractor to install overhead doors that shall be equipped with the same options and safety features that the existing doors have installed. Please specify the safety and finish features to be included.

A. Reference Attachment 2 below

Q. Please advise if there is a BOD for the new electric unit heater.

A. The unit heater is to be sized for the existing space to be enclosed.

Q. 3.8.1.1 states to the new OHD’s shall be equipped with the same options and safety features that the existing doors have installed; please provide specs for existing OHD’s.

A. A photo of the interior face of one of the existing OHD’s is included.

Building 139

SOW Paragraph 3.9. Bid Option 08: BLDG 139

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 08 – Bldg. 139 includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-8.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Should the break room be painted after installation of new base & wall cabinets?

A. Current paint is considered adequate.

Q. Please provide a copy of the 167th Arch Design Guide (Jan03) for approved colors of VCT & Rubber Base.

A. Design Guide to be provided.

Q. How many lights are required in the spaces to be renovated?

A. Maintain current lighting levels.

Q. Please confirm location and quantity of dimmer switches.

A. Follow industry standards.

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 08 – Bldg. 139 includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-8.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Should the break room be painted after installation of new base & wall cabinets?

A. Current paint is considered adequate.

Q. Please provide a copy of the 167th Arch Design Guide (Jan03) for approved colors of VCT & Rubber Base.

A. Design Guide to be provided.

Q. How many lights are required in the spaces to be renovated?

A. Maintain current lighting levels.

Q. Please confirm location and quantity of dimmer switches.

A. Follow industry standards.

Q. Please confirm if any hazardous material testing was performed.

A. Follow industry standards.

Building 134

SOW Paragraph 3.10. Bid Option 09: BLDG 134

Q. Should Option 9 be eliminated?

A. The existing door removal and reinstallation is eliminated from Option 9. The remainder of Option 9 is still in the SOW.

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 09 – Bldg. 134 includes both the description in this paragraph AND includes the work shown on ASK-9.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. Please confirm that the scope for bid option 09 – Bldg. 134 includes both the description in this paragraph AND also includes the work shown on ASK-9.

A. See answer to 2a. Yes, both the ASK drawings and the text of the SOW constitute the project work.

Q. The existing floor plan differs from what is shown on ASK-9. It does not appear that a new door assembly will fit in the location shown. Please update the ASK-9 accordingly.

A. Door relocation is to be removed from the Option 09; the remaining balance of the work is to stay in the project.

Q. It was mentioned during the site visit on 7/13 that no work will be required for the door/frame relocation; please confirm the only work to be included for this bid option is wallpaper removal, patching and paint.

A. Door relocation is to be removed from the Option 09 the remaining balance of the work is to stay in the project. Bid is only for wallpaper removal, patching and paint.

Q. Please confirm that the existing vinyl base is to remain and not be replaced with new.

A. It is not required to be replaced unless damaged during construction.

Q. The scope does not include any vinyl base or VCT repair/replacement at door opening; please confirm this is not required.

A. Door relocation is to be removed from the Option 09 the remaining balance of the work is to stay in the project. Bid is only for wallpaper removal, patching, and paint.

Q. Please provide as-builts of building.

A. Due to removal of door from scope of work as-builts are not required.

List of Attachments

Attachment 1 - BLDNG 119 Office 222

Attachment 2 – SOW Paragraph 3.8. Bid Option 07: BLDG 121

Attachment 1 – BLDNG 119 Office 222

Attachment 2