Questions and Answers DPEZ189031 CATM.pdf

Questions and Answers DPEZ189031 CATM

1. (Discussed during the Site Visit) The haul route and contractor staging area is shown on the cover sheet of the plans. Please note that we might have to temporarily detour on base driving to the west of Building 16 in lieu of as shown (to the east of Building 16). The distance through the base is relatively the same either way.

2. (Discussed during the Site Visit) The project square foot area should be 7,316 sf as opposed to 6,100 as shown on 2 of 7 on the Project Scope of Work narrative.

3. Regarding the past experience portion of the submittal, is CPARS acceptable for this response?

ANSWER: Yes you can provide a CPARS as long as the projects are recent and relevant.

4. (Discussed during the Site Visit) Brooks noted to expect 13 inches of concrete of old airfield pavement on the entire project site.

5. (Discussed during the Site Visit) Where is the trailer located in the project site?

a. Location of trailer was shown during site visit and this project does not include the removal of the trailer.

6. Will traffic around the project site be restricted?

ANSWER: Typically Contractors install temporary fencing around the project site to prevent traffic flow, and to secure their work area.

7. Where will deliveries be delivered?

ANSWER: Material shall be delivered through the main base entry using the normal entry process. A semi-trailer delivery gate is also located at the main entry gate for longer vehicles.

8. What are the delivery processes for concrete and asphalt?

ANSWER: For time sensitive materials such as concrete and asphalt an expedited entry may be coordinated with the COR. This coordination must be discussed with the COR well in advance of the expected delivery date. Expedited entry is not a guarantee.

9. The SOW requires the Contractor to hold all applicable licenses, does this include a Wyoming General Contractor License, or will another state license suffice?

ANSWER: In some cases, the Specifications may dictate that a State of Wyoming license is required. In disciplines where the specs do not specifically say Wyoming, any state certificate or license will suffice.

10. Does the State of Wyoming conduct inspections on the base?

ANSWER: The State of Wyoming (DEQ), OSHA, and other agencies may inspect at any time. Normally, the A/E Contractor and or sub consultants, along with our engineering staff conduct inspections. Environmental issues are reported to WY DEQ.

11. Where do Contractors deliver permitting requests?

ANSWER: Depends on the permit. Some are requested through the Base Civil Engineer office, some through Wyoming State offices, and some through other agencies, such as 811 “Call before you dig”. WYPDES and other state permitting requirements are submitted by the contractor to WYDEQ with a copy to the base.

12. Are Subcontractor questions delivered to the General Contractor or to the Government?

ANSWER: Questions from Subcontractors are typically delivered to the Government via the General Contractor.

13. Which building is to be demoed as an ABI?

ANSWER: As an ABI option, the Contractor is to demo the current EM building. Building #32.

14. Regarding the Combat Arms project – is it calling for damp/water proofing on the exterior foundation walls? We use Deco 20 material – would we have time to do a substitution request if needed? Where can I find the specs?

ANSWER: The specifications are posted on Sam.gov. The government does entertain substitutions for like products if they meet the intent and specified products characteristics.

In certain instances they are proposed through a change order with a credit identified.

15. Can Email electronic email submissions be accepted in lieu of hard copy submissions?

ANSWER: No hard copy submissions are the only acceptable submission.

16. Can the reps & certs from SAM be provided in lieu of the reps & Certs that are provided within the Solicitation?

ANSWER: Yes, if you are registered in SAM you can provide your Reps and Certs from Sam.gov

17. Please confirm the site visit day and time? I see two different times and dates. On SAM it states 8/2/2021 @ 10AM, but within the solicitation it states 7/14/2021 @10AM on page 16.

ANSWER: The site visit was on 8/2/2021 at 10am.

18. Can previous Completed PPQ’s be used in lieu of the PPQs within the solicitation?

ANSWER: Yes, previous PPQs can be used as long as they are recent and relevant.

19. Where would you like the Exhibit D’s and Exhibit B’s to be placed in the proposal? Is it ok to add them to Subfactor 3 Key Subcontractor Experience?

ANSWER: Yes as Exhibit D and B to Subfactor 3 and this will not count against the page number limit.

20. I see a demolition of an old building (Combat Arms Facility) and putting up a new one in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Do you know who I could reach out to on who would be the decision maker on the Office furniture or if they are even purchasing new?

ANSWER: Any furniture purchase will be made in accordance with the mandatory source of Unicor.

21. Per Subsection 2.5.2.6.1. of the Proposal Preparation Instructions. The estimated schedule reflects a start date of 9/13/2021. Does the government intend to perform this work consecutively or concurrently with the previous Security Forces Facility Solicitation: W50S8W21R0002?

ANSWER: The work could be performed concurrently with the previous solicitation for the Security Forces Facility. They could also be performed on separate timelines.

ANSWER: It is the intent of the Government to perform both projects without delay, however they are separate projects.

22. If contractor has submitted on the Security Forces Facility Solicitation, are we able to utilize the same PPQ’S?

ANSWER: See the answer to question 18.

23. Is the project address 217 Dell Range Blvd. within the jurisdiction of the Cheyenne Wyoming Building Department? If yes, does the awarded contractor need to possess a State of Wyoming Contractors License to perform on this project?

ANSWER: See #9 above

24. If we are unable to get quotes for 2022 work, is there contract language allowing us to modify our price due to supplier price changes in 2022?

ANSWER: We do not have any language in the solicitation regarding this matter.

25. How are we to hold our price for 90 days while the government reviews proposals in order to make their decision to award the contract?

ANSWER: We do not dictate means and methods.

26. SECTION 00110 Paragraph 2.1.1 requires 3 hard copies and one CD. With proposals being due on Monday August 23, this will require offerors to print, bind, burn CDs and ship proposals on Friday, August 20 to ensure timely delivery, and even then with the recent disruptions to travel and shipping industries, and ongoing effects of COVID-19 on staffing in most industries, we feel that there is a possibility hard copies may not be delivered/deliverable on time. Please consider changing the submission requirements to allow for electronic-only copies via email or SAFE.mil as many Government Contracting Offices have done in the wake of the pandemic.

ANSWER: Please see the answer to question 15.

27. SECTION 00110 Paragraph 2.1.1 If electronic copies only are not allowed, please consider extending the due date by at least a week and a day to Tuesday August 31 so that offerors may print and ship proposals on a Monday, thereby being able to work over the weekend. Additionally, it’s possible that offerors will have requests for clarification to any RFI answers provided on August 12 so we feel that an extension is justified regardless of the decision on hard vs. electronic-only copies. Thank you.

ANSWER: Please see the answer to question 15 in regards to electronic submission. The due date for proposals will not be extended.

28. Site Visit Attendance – Will the Government be providing site visit sign-in sheets either via direct email or amendment to the solicitation on Beta.SAM? If so is there an ETA? Offerors will benefit from having this information as early as possible in identifying and engaging potential subcontractors for pricing and other required proposal items.

ANSWER: The site visit sign in sheets have been uploaded to SAM.Gov

29. Under RFP Paragraph 2.1.1. it states Subfactor 2- Team Project Experience (limit to 3 pages).

Paragraph 2.5.2.3. states that Team Project experience is limited to 3 pages and that pages in excess will not be evaluated. However it also states that 2-page resumes or cut sheets are not counted toward this limit. Please clarify what is being requested; is the intent for offerors to provide a 3-page narrative (per 2.2.4.1) in addition to 2-page resumes each for the PM, Quality and Safety Manager and that only the 3 page narrative will be counted toward the page limit?

Also please clarify the overall page count limitation for this Subfactor inclusive of any and all information being requested.

ANSWER: We are looking to evaluate how the proposed team (GC, major component subs, etc.) has worked together successfully in the past. For example, have you (GC) worked with A Mechanical Company, B Excavation Company, C Steel Company, D Electrical Company, and so forth, what was the result? How was that project successful? The respective resumes are not part of the page count and are in reference to the positions specified.

30. Paragraph 2.5.2.4.1. and 2.2.5.1. pertain to “Key Subcontractors” experience by discipline. Will the Government please provide guidance or clarification on what disciplines are considered “key” to this project and/or provide a percentage of the work that must be done by a given subcontractor to be considered “Key”?

ANSWER: The government considers key subcontracts as those responsible for the major components of the facility, such as but not limited to: excavation, concrete, steel erecting, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire detection / suppression, electronic security/ communications. We understand that some sub-contractors may perform multiple components and that GCs might not have selected all subs at this point.

31. Due to the current commodities market some material pricing is delayed (especially steel related). To ensure the best value to the Government can an extension until the 31st be considered?”

ANSWER: The due date for proposals will not be extended.

32. Can the bid date please be extended to 8/31 to allow more time for preparing an accurate bid after RFI’s are responded to?

ANSWER: The due date for proposals will not be extended

33. Regarding the positive lead test in the building, are we allowed to demo the building and haul material to a typical landfill as usual or is there special protocol for removing the lead paint first?

ANSWER: We are not aware of a positive lead test regarding Building 32. Our records indicated that Building 32 was constructed in 1984.

34. Are shower bases prefab or tiled?

ANSWER: Shower bases can be prefabricated if integral to the shower surround. See Plan Sheet A 401, detail 1.

35. What tile is to be used at the break room backsplash?

ANSWER: The backsplash should be the same material, but thinner, as the countertop.

36. Finish schedule calls out concrete floor finish in restrooms. Plan page A401 shows “PCT2”.

What is PCT2?

ANSWER: PCT is porcelain floor tile the suffix “2” distinguishes it from PCT 3. In short there are two different porcelain tiles utilized. See specifications.

37. PCT 1, PCT 2, and PCT 3 are all discontinued. Does the designer/ owner have other choices?

ANSWER: We will accept a similar porcelain tile that was specified if the specified one is no longer available or is discontinued.

38. Please provide an interior signage schedule. There is no schedule on the drawings showing which rooms receive signs and what any of the signs look like. Specifications do not give quantities or locations either.

ANSWER: Signage is placed outside all exterior doors and, interior rooms adjacent to the doors identifying the room number and function, and should be consistent base wide (see Specification 10 14 00.20 for more details regarding the signs). The contractor shall submit signage, sign height, and other required information as a submittal as referenced in the specification.

39. To what extend is the existing building to be demolished?

a. If this alternate is not selected, what will be the existing site conditions at the demo location when arriving onsite for the base bid?

ANSWER: Building 32 is to be completely demolished according to Specification 024100 and according the drawings, as to allow construction of the new building. We understand that construction cannot occur while the existing building is in place. We intend to award the demolition of Building 32, or will ensure it is removed prior to constructing the new facility. (In some cases NGB dictates the CLINs/ABIs. This is the case for Demo Building 32.)

40. Are all utilities able to be located by local utility companies? Does the government expect any private lines needed to be located?

ANSWER: Utility companies will mark their lines; base personnel will mark the government owned lines. The contractor will need to initiate the One Call and submit a Dig Request to the COR prior to excavation. Private locators are not typically used.

41. Can you please provide an IFC file for structural steel beams?

ANSWER: Digital files will be provided to the selected contractor after award.

42. Is the building to be demolished on wheels? If not is it anchored to the ground in any way?

ANSWER: The building to be demolished is the double tee building constructed in 1984 (Building 32) not the trailers in reference.

43. What is the government’s anticipated NTP date for this project?

ANSWER: The government intends to award as soon as possible; however, there are several factors that our out of our control that affect the actual award date.

44. Will the construction lay down area be located on asphalt/ concrete or on existing landscaping? If on landscaping, will the restoration required be seeded or will sod be required?

ANSWER: There is no landscaped area in the vicinity of the project. The laydown area is on both concrete and asphalt.

45. Please confirm the prime contractor does not need to include any costs or hold any contract with the government provided commissioning firm.

ANSWER: Commissioning will be contracted through the AE firm.

46. How does the government intend to award this contract? Do all options intend to be awarded with the base bid, or can the government choose each option individually?

a. Will the base bid low price be weighed more than the base bid with all options price?

ANSWER: The government intends to award this contract with either all, some, or none of the options at the time of award. The overall cost up to our funding limit will be considered for this aspect. We would like to award all ABIs; however, we are limited to the funding available.

47. Are the floors scheduled for “CS” to receive the resinous floor system listed in 096723 spec?

ANSWER: Yes

48. Refer to drawing DWG E101. Do we need to bid this as the option for demolishing the existing building is not selected, and that we will need to sawcut and patch back flooring for these floor boxes? Or can we assume these floor boxes will be poured with new concrete?

ANSWER: Bid the project as depicted on the plans and in the specs.

49. The specifications call out abuse gypsum wall board. However, the drawings make no reference to this. Please indicate on the drawings where abuse board is required.

ANSWER: Provide gypsum board in accordance with the current drawings and specifications.

50. Material prices across the board are currently increasing nearly every week. Please consider decreasing the requirement to 60 days to maintain more accurate pricing.

a. If contractors are required to hold pricing for 90 days, what additional % increase should we factor into our bids so all contractors are bidding the same assumed increase?

ANSWER: As stated above, we intend to award as soon as possible; however, there are many things outside of our control. Sixty days may not be enough time for the government to make the award. The bids received will be the contracted bids unless negotiations occur and must be good through the 90 day period. We intend to award prior to September 30,

51. Per the solicitation the government is allotted 90 days for review time. If the full time is taken for review, this would place award time in November 2021. Will the government issue an NTP and require earthwork, utilities, and footings to start 2021 or would the intent be to start this work in Spring of 2022 when weather is more favorable? This is being asked due to the highly unpredictable increases mentioned in the previous question.

ANSWER: The government intends to have this contract awarded prior to September 30, 2021. Once awarded we will work with the selected contractor, who will develop their proposed schedule. In our last large project, we started in October and continued until complete. The weather will dictate what disciplines (i.e. excavation and concrete) can be completed.