B250 RFI Log (3-21-2024).xlsx
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This document is a Request for Information (RFI) Log related to a federal contract opportunity for the repair of Building 250 at the 142nd Wing, Oregon Air National Guard in Portland, OR. The RFI Log contains questions and responses from various stakeholders on topics such as site conditions, permit requirements, hazardous materials, structural repairs, roofing, and building systems. Key details include:
The RFI Log covers a variety of technical and administrative topics for the repair of Building 250. Questions address items like the extent of concrete repairs, details on the fall arrest system, locations of liquid leak detection, and the status of existing utility services. Responses provide clarification on sole-source equipment, hazardous materials, environmental permit requirements, and other project details. The responses indicate that some additional information will be provided in forthcoming amendments to the solicitation. Overall, the RFI Log demonstrates an open dialogue between the government and potential bidders to ensure a thorough understanding of the project scope and requirements.
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| Request for Information Log | |||||||
| RFI# | Status | Request Description | Date Received | Assigned To | Response | Date Responded | |
| 1 | Closed | Please confirm that all work at the Portland Air National Guard Base is conducted on federal land and no work issued by your agency is performed on land owned by the State of Oregon. | 29-Feb-2024 | CES | Yes | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 2 | Open | There is a spec section in the table of contents, 07 54 19 for PVC roofing, but we are not seeing any in the plans. Is this spec applicable to this project and if so, where? | 29-Feb-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 3 | Open | There is a spec section in the table of contents, 08 60 45 for Translucent Panels (windows & skylights discussed), but we are not seeing any translucent panels in the plans. Is this spec applicable to this project and if so, where are these items and sizes? | 29-Feb-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 4 | Closed | There is a spec section in the table of contents, 32 31 13 for Chain Link Fences and Gates, but we are not seeing any in the plans. Is this spec applicable to this project and if so, where? | 29-Feb-2024 | CES | Please see updated drawings (Rev 1). | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 5 | Closed | Is this project subject to Sole Source for DDC Controls and Fire Alarm/Detection System providers? If so, can you provide that information? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes. DDC Controls - Automated Logic, Fire Alarm/Detection System - Monaco, Advantor - Security | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 6 | Closed | 01 11 00 – 1.3.2 AT Level Training. Will this training be required of all trade workers onsite and if so, is it available online or in-person only? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes. Complete it online at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/page/login/Login.jsf or https://jko.jten.mil/courses/AT-level1/launch.html. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 7 | Closed | 01 11 00 - 1.4 - Please confirm if the building will be occupied during construction? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | The building will not be occupied during the performance of work | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 8 | Closed | 01 11 00- 1.6 – On site permits. If permit fees are associated with any of the onsite permits, can the Gov’t provide a fee schedule to Contractors to price accordingly? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | No. Please refer to attachment A for all applicable Environmental permits and FAA permits. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 9 | Closed | 01 11 00- 1.6.1 – Indicates contractors to provide asbestos survey? Is this still a requirement or can contractors rely on the 2021 Asbestos Survey included in the bid solicitation documents? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | The contractor should not solely rely on the asbestos survey conducted by the Government on 2021. Additional testing may be performed if asbestos presence is suspected. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 10 | Closed | 01 11 00 – 1.8 - Please confirm the gov’t would like all existing ceiling tile to be salvaged, not removed, along with the cypher lock in Room 86? If so, will the Contractor be required to store the salvaged material or immediately hand over to the Government? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | All non-damaged ceiling tiles and cypher lock (Room 86) shall be salvaged and off-loaded in a storage area designated by the Government. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 11 | Closed | 01 32 16 -1.5 Requires contractors to complete the Contractor Manpower Reporting for this project. However, the website listed appears to be inaccessible. Please advise. | 4-Mar-2024 | Contracting | This application no longer exists and does not apply. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 12 | Closed | 01 35 13 – 3.1.2 – Schedule of Work and Aircraft Operating Schedules. Does the Gov’t anticipate aircraft operating schedules to impact the renovation work schedule for this project? If so, can the Gov’t provide some detail as to the frequency and possible duration of impact? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Other than any unforseen difficulties or emergencies, the Government does not anticipate any impact or disruption of contractor's work schedule. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 13 | Closed | 01 35 13 – Is the location of the project site subject to the requirements outlined for Airfield Obstruction Lighting, Daytime & Nighttime Markings? Please confirm. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Please refer to FAA regulations for additional guidance. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 14 | Closed | 01 35 40 – Is the Environmental Manager required to be onsite, fulltime for the duration of the project? Can the Environmental Manager dual hat their role on this project? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | No. The Environmental Manager (EM) does not have to be on site at all times but must be responsible for implementing all duties specified in Div 01 35 26 – 1.5.1. The contractor is not prohibited from assigning an additional role to their assigned EM. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 15 | Closed | 01 45 00 – 3.4.3 Please confirm additional QC Specialists are required, in addition to the on-site QC Manager. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 16 | Closed | 01 45 35 – 2.1 Please confirm that additional special inspections are required for steel fabrication, even though AISC fabrication certification is required in 05 12 00. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 17 | Closed | 01 50 00- 3.2.2 – Payment for Utility Services. Will existing utility services be available for contractor use during construction? Please provide information regarding contractor payment/fees for use of utilities. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | 01 50 00 only applies to temporary facilities. Utilities shall not be made available to the contractor. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 18 | Closed | 01 50 00 – 3.4 – Please confirm contractor is to provide a Government Field Office, as specified, in addition to the Temporary Sanitary Trailer noted on Dwg C-005. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | No. The contractor shall only provide a stand-alone environmental decontamination shower trailer as indicated in drawing C-005. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 19 | Closed | Temporary Sanitary Trailer Dwg C-005. Is the Contractor responsible for regular cleaning of this trailer or will the Gov’t be responsible for regular cleaning? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Government will be responsible for cleaning as stated in Drawing C-005, General Notes "Base to maintain trailer thru the duration of the project". | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 20 | Closed | 01 57 19 – How is required to have the EMS Training? Is this training provided by the Government? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Please refer to 01 57 19 (Attachment A). The contractor shall obtain the base EMS policy letter from this web site: http://www.142fw.ang.af.mil/resources/ | ||
| and require all contractor personnel associated with this project to read it. The contractor shall submit a record to the contracting officer stating that all personnel associated with this contract (general and subcontractors) have read the EMS policy. | 21-Mar-2024 | ||||||
| 21 | Closed | 01 57 19 – 3.5.6 – Please confirm that EPA certifications are required for HVAC Technicians working on this project. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 22 | Closed | 01 57 19 Attachment A – States that this project requires a 1200-C permit as it is part of a 4 project ‘Common Plan of Development. Does the Government currently have a 1200-C permit, and will the successful contractor be an operator under this existing permit? If the 1200-C permit does not currently exist, will the successful contractor be responsible for applying for the 1200-C permit on behalf of all 4 projects? Please advise regarding the 1200-C permit process and requirements of this project. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | This requirement has now been deleted in the specifications because this project does not disturb 1 acre or more of construction area. Updated specifications will be posted on a later date. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 23 | Closed | 01 57 19 Attachment A 1.5.9 – Is an Asbestos Survey still required to be provided by the Contractor or will the 2021 Asbestos Survey provided in the solicitation be relied on to comply with this requirement? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | The contractor should not solely rely on the asbestos survey conducted by the Government on 2021. Additional testing may be performed if asbestos presence is suspected. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 24 | Closed | 01 57 19 Attachment A 1.5.12 – MS4 Permit. Is the project subject to a Port of Portland MS4 Permit? If so, will the government make available the requirements of this permit? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | The threshold for requiring a MS4 permit is introducing at least 500 square feet of impervious surface area. It appears that this project will not exceed this threshold. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 25 | Closed | 01 57 19 Attachment A 1.5.14 – Please confirm applicability to this specific project. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | This project does not exceed the 5,000 square addition of impervious surface area. Updated specifications will be posted on a later date. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 26 | Closed | 01 57 19 Attachment A 1.5.16 – Please confirm contractor is required to seek DEQ approval and an “AQ104 Notice of Intent to Construct” | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | DEQ permit will be required. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 27 | Closed | Can an area inside the hanger be developed as an office for the Government construction manager in lieu of an office trailer? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | The Government does not require an additional office for a full-time inspector. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 28 | Closed | What Permits will the government be providing, and which ones are the contractors responsibility? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | See see responses to RFI #22, #24 and #25 | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 29 | Closed | The warranty required for the metal roofing section 07-41-13 asks for twenty years with no dollar limits. Can you please provide the language for this warranty? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Manufacturer must provide a 20-year warranty on both materials and installation workmanship at no additional cost to the Government | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 30 | Open | S-111 #6 Please define the total area of concrete to be repaired. | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 31 | Closed | Besides figuring 400’ as noted on drawing C-005, does the ANG know or have an anticipated route/source for the electrical feed to this trailer? (We assume water and sewer/drainage will need this info also) | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | The Government has verified an available 120/208 power source near the designated trailer location | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 32 | Closed | C-005 It asks to provide a temporary transformer to feed this trailer. Is it the intent to provide a 480V 3 phase feed out to the location and temporary transformer for stepping down to feed trailer or is there another thought? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Please refer to RFI #31 response. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 33 | Closed | Since the feeders/utilities cannot be run underground or suspended above taxi ways, what is the required weight rating needed for protective coverings, for above ground utility feeds, allowing vehicles/aircraft to roll over? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Install temporary trailer as close as possible to the power source to avoid vehicles from rolling it over. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 34 | Open | Per drawing C-101, there are several components for the fuel spill/retention system shown that will require FA monitoring, control, and possible electrical power. The containment tank must be monitored per FA and the diverter values must also be monitored and possibly powered. The operation of these valves can be manual, automatic or combination requiring a variety of wiring. None of this is shown on electrical or FA drawings. Please advise. | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 35 | Closed | Does the government have a copy of the last ARC Flash Study that was done on building 250 that you are able to share with us? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | No. The Government does not have a copy of any arc flash study done on B250 | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 36 | Closed | AD111 – Please clarify if the government is expecting the contractor to demolish or salvage the paint booth while removing. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Contractor shall demolish the paint booth | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 37 | Closed | Will the government be able to share what SDS sheets the government maintained onsite for their team working inside the building during normal operations. Anything additional we should anticipate running across during demo work that has not been disclosed in the asbestos/lead report? Please advise. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes. All available SDS will be provided with the amendment. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 38 | Open | Has the government engineering team performed a survey on the steel and generated a report that can be shared, or has the government hired an independent engineer to survey the steel to determined how much of the steel needs to be repaired and repainted? Trying to quantify Keynote 4 found on Sheet S-123. Please advise. | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 39 | Closed | AD -111 Government is requesting that bath fixtures are reused. Have the fixtures been verified to be leadfree? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | No. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 40 | Closed | C-101 Sheet Keynotes #11, #12, and #13 all reference Plan Sheet C-505 and Plan Sheet C-505 is not included in the plans. Please advise. | 4-Mar-2024 | Contracting | Please see response to RFI #4 | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 41 | Closed | Are the sole source items listed in the pre-solicitation still applicable to the updated solicitation of the project? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | DDC Controls - Automated Logic, Fire Alarm/Detection System - Monaco, Advantor - Security | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 42 | Open | A-601 Please provide Hangar floor marking layout and specifications. | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 43 | Closed | AD111 Keynote #2 and AD112 Keynote #1, please confirm the extent of “Refurbishment” of the existing lockers to remain. | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | Servicable | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 44 | Closed | Are existing As-Builts of building 250 available? If so, can those be shared with contractors? | 4-Mar-2024 | CES | No | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 45 | Open | Sheet C-504 detail #2 references a 2” conduit with Liquid Leak Detection (LLD). |
a. Is Liquid Leak Detection required at the Diversion Valves?
b. Is Liquid Leak Detection required at the Containment Tank? c. Provide the location of the Liquid Leak Detection Control Panel(s). d. If Liquid Leak Detection is required, provide a specification for same.
e. Provide a list of chemicals the Liquid Leak Detection System is to sense.
| f. Is the Liquid Leak Detection System to be monitored by the FMCU? | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 46 | Open | Section 44 41 00. Is the Independent Level Alarm System specified in Section 44 41 00 to be remotely monitored by the FMCU. | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 47 | Open | Section 44 41 00. Will the providers of the required Diversion Valves and the Independent Level Alarm System(s) provide additional dry Form C contacts to be monitored by the FMCU. | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 48 | Open | Section 28 31 76. Are the existing Alarm/Trouble/Supervisory contacts within the existing Fire Pump House to be monitored by the FMCU? Provide the quantity of same | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 49 | Open | Section 28 31 76 para 2.13 Does the manufacturer (Det-tronics) of the sole-sourced RSFACU require a dedicated raceway system to prevent potential sources of EMI/RFI from migrating into the system functions? | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 50 | Open | Section 28 31 76 para 2.18.3 Textual Display Signs (TDS). Provide locations for TDS | 4-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 51 | Open | Drawing T401, Sheet Keynote 11 calls for three 2” conduits from ‘existing entrance facility’. Please identify the location of where the ‘existing entrance facility’ is, and if these are to be installed overhead in ceiling area or underground | 7-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 52 | Open | Reference drawing S-110 Keynote 5, ….REPAIR PRECAST PANEL CONNECTIONS. REFER TO 1/S-501. |
1. How thick is the existing precast wall? We need this info to provide the correct length bolts.
| 2. How many wall connection plates will be required? | 7-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||||
| 53 | Open | Sheet S-001, under deferred submittals says, “rooftop and hangar bay fall protection systems”. and under the “Fall Protection Systems” column, it only mentions the hangar bay. Do we also need to design, furnish, and install a system above the roof along with the hangar bays (below the roof)? Is the fall protection system for hanger bay only in sector 2 hangar bay or both hangar bays? There is brief mention of a fall protection program in paragraph 3.5 of spec 013526 but this appears to be more of a safety program during construction. Are we designing the structural supports also (or is this to be done by the structural engineer of record)? We need more to go on as to what we are designing for fall protection systems. Is there a spec we can reference? Please advise. | 11-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 54 | Open | Sheets S-121 through S-123, keynote 4 says “repair and repaint structural steel where corrosion present. refer to 09 90 00. only S-123 sheet has one keynote 4 symbol shown pointing to one existing beam. Is it just that one beam? What is the extent of corrosion? Please Advise. | 11-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 55 | Open | Detail 1/S-501 shows new precast panel joint plates through bolted at “damaged precast connections”. Has the engineer done a study of which locations are damaged and need this repair? Is this all of the panels or should we include a set number of joints to repair with the plates at 3 locations each? How are we to quantify this detail? This same detail also says to repair spalled concrete at (E) plates, this is also not quantifiable at this stage. Please advise. | 11-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 56 | Open | Regarding Section 10-51-13 Metal Lockers, the specification does not seem to match the drawings. Locker size is confusing. Specifications call for slope top, drawing shows flat top. Specification call for legs, drawings show no legs. Drawing shows drawer under bench; this detail is not in specifications. Please clarify what is needed. | 11-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 57 | Closed | Is the building going to be occupied during construction or unoccupied? | 11-Mar-2024 | CES | No | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 58 | Open | Question: Reference drawing S-122 ROOF FRAMING PLAN – SECTOR 1, KEYNOTE 6, W14X22 FALL ARREST BEAMS CONCEPTUAL LAYOUT: | |||||
| 1. | The drawing shows conceptual location of new fall arrest support beams. The drawing includes some diagonal lines that extend |
from the new beams to the existing trusses. Are those lines intended to depict some kind of bracing for the fall arrest beams?
| 2. | If please provide details showing materials and connection details. | 12-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | ||||
| 59 | Open | Question: Reference drawing S—001, GENERAL NOTES, DEFERRED SUBMITTAL, NOTE 4: | |||||
| The second bullet point of Note 4 says that deferred structural submittals are for “rooftop and hangar bay fall protection systems”. Structural drawings call out beam sizes and connection details of structural components of the fall protection system. We interpret the note then to mean only the actual fall protection equipment such as the trolley and retractable lanyard device will require an engineered design. Please verify this is correct. | 12-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||||
| 60 | Open | Does the Scope of Work within Section 28 31 76 require any programming upgrades to the existking Monaco D-21s located at the Base Fire Station and BDOC? | 13-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 61 | Open | C-504 Detail #2 – Are the valves in fact line voltage controlled or are they controlled by the existing “Control Panel” with included cabling/wiring to valves? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 62 | Open | EG120 and Specification 26 41 00, Can you please verify the LPI requirements of general note K on EG120 as the specifications do not call out for LPI requirements specifically. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 63 | Open | S-122 Note 6. Please confirm those are new support beams to be installed for new fall arrest system. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 64 | Open | S-122 Note 6 references detail 4/S-530 as a connection detail for fall arrest support beams. Please confirm if this roof opening detail is correct. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 65 | Open | S-110 Keynote #7, Please confirm the thickness of the existing concrete slab to be saw cut, removed, and replaced. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 66 | Open | C-001 General Site Note #7. Please confirm if the Contractor Lay down area is the only place where Contractor’s vehicles, trailers, and materials can be stored. The defined area is roughly 80’x40’? | 15-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 67 | Open | Division 05 51 33 Are there any existing ladders that are to be demolished and new fabricated ladders to be installed. There are no notes in the prints that involve this scope of work. Please advise. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 68 | Open | A-201 Is the metal panel infill to match the new roofing material or is there another Metal Panel Profile to be installed. Please advise. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 69 | Open | A-110 Note D indicates all existing exterior metal doors to prep and paint. Please confirm if this includes the sliding hangar doors as well. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 70 | Open | A-117 hall 108 & 115 indicated suspended baffle ceiling system as detailed on 10/A515. However, room finish schedule on A-601 indicates ceilings as existing ACT and exposed ceiling. Please confirm ceiling finish for these hallways. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 71 | Open | A-601 Room Finish Schedule indicates to match existing paint for the walls in room 101. Is the intention to paint the walls P1? Please Clarify. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 72 | Open | A-601 Room Finish Schedule indicates that no wall finishes are scheduled for rooms 102A, 102B, 103, 118, 119, and 121. Is the intention not to paint these areas? If the walls are to be finished, please provide the finish required. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 73 | Open | A-601 Please confirm the ceiling finish for rooms 102A, 102B, and 103. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 74 | Open | A-601 Please quantify ceiling finishes for Rooms 101, 102A, 102B, and 103 as it states that Patch/Repair work is only to be done. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 75 | Closed | Please provide specifications for washer and dryer and pedestals needed – no spec given; reference keynote 11 on A-450. Or are these GFCI? | 15-Mar-2024 | CES | It is Government Furnished Contractor Installed (GFCI) | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 76 | Closed | Note 13 on plan drawing sheet C-101 refers to a mechanical enclosure per detail 3 on sheet C-505. We cannot seem to find this sheet in the documents, can you provide please? Maybe this is where the chain link fence is that we have a spec for? | 15-Mar-2024 | CES | Please see RFI#4 response. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 77 | Open | There is a spec, 08 33 23, for overhead coiling doors but we are not seeing any new overhead coiling doors on the plans. Is this spec applicable to this project and if so, where are these items and sizes located? We do see where we are removing two overhead coiling doors. | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 78 | Open | Detail 2/A-520 has a call out for ¼” plate at top, bottom, and sides. |
a. This appears to be ¼” steel plate?
b. How does this plate attach to the concrete opening?
| c. How does the louver attach to the steel plate? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 79 | Open | SN 2 calls for removal of existing roof flashings. Are existing flashing gutters and downspouts to be reinstalled? Roof Details note existing flashings and gutter (2/A-525). | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 80 | Open | Detail 1,2,7/A-525 is not called out on A-131. Will A-131 be updated with these detail call outs? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 81 | Open | There is nothing shown on the plans that requires board and block insulation. There is a Board and block 07 21 13 specification. Was this specification issued in error? If not, what plan sheet(s) and/or details does this apply to? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 82 | Open | Spec Section 07 22 00>1.12.1 completed work>states to “cover completed work with cover board for the duration of construction.” Spec 07 54 19 for PVC membrane was issued and 1.2 summary notes that membrane to be applied over insulation and board substrate. Is the intention that coverboard and PVC membrane is to be used to cover up completed standing seam roof work? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 83 | Open | There is a spec section in the table of contents, 07 42 13 Metal Wall Panels, but we are not seeing any metal panels in the plans. Is this spec applicable to this project and if so, where? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 84 | Open | There is a spec section in the table of contents, 07 27 10 Building Air Barrier System, but we are not seeing Air Barrier systems in the plant set. Is this spec applicable to this project and if so, where? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 85 | Open | Detail 4/A-525 shows the standing seam roof assembly. The assembly depicts the new standing seam metal roof system on-top of an existing system (purlin, insulation, decking). No cover board or furring for attachment. Detail just shows fasteners going through existing thermal blanket insulation and attaching to the existing deck. Is that correct? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 86 | Open | Spec 09 22 00 supports for plaster and gyp board. Detail 1/A-520 the ½” Glass Mat Covered sheathing appears to be fastened over existing 6” metal joist to remain. Is the stucco system to be fastened to the existing 6” metal joist or per 09 22 00 supports for plaster and gyp board? | 15-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |
| 87 | Open | On the SE elevation on sheet A-201 between grids 6 & 7, there are operable windows (vents) shown and when looking at the sections for it on A-505 (details 5, 6, 9, 10 & 13), they call out this system as aluminum storefront. There are spec sections for both aluminum windows (08 51 13) and Aluminum Doors and Frames (08 11 16). Which spec section applies or do both apply? |
a. 085113 aluminum window spec calls for 50 PSF minimum design load for a uniform structural test, can we clarify if they are aiming for a small or large missile impact rating on the vents?
b. Spec 08 11 16 does have rigorous air filtration, water penetration and blast testing requirements in the aluminum door spec that are not present in the aluminum window spec or steel door spec. If these requirements are intended to apply to exterior doors, will the steel door spec be revised to acknowledge that? Or does the aluminum door spec not apply?
| c. Regarding spec and 08 11 16 - ALUMINUM DOORS AND FRAMES, the requirement to provide blast testing in section 1.5.1 A qualified blast engineer must perform testing or calculations for door system design resistance to specified blast loads. This testing is more expensive than the store front itself. Can this requirement be waived? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||||
| 88 | Closed | Can the Site Superintendent perform multiple roles on the job site. Can one person perform responsibilities for site superintendent, SSHO and QCM? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | No. Please refer to spec section 01 35 26 1.7.1.1.1 | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 89 | Open | Detail 2/A-520 shows the head condition for the louver. Can you provide a sill and jamb detail for louver. | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 90 | Closed | Please confirm that the Buy American Act applies to this job as laid out in this solicitation? | 18-Mar-2024 | Contracting | Yes, Buy American Act applies. Provisions and clauses are listed in the solicitation. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 91 | Open | Doors Schedule on A-701 notes opening 112 as frame type B. This conflicts with the frame type that is shown on A-201 elevation for opening 112. |
a. Is the HM frame, with infilled relites with insulated Hollow metal panels as detailed on 7 & 11/A-505, correct?
| b. If so, will door schedule and frame types on A-701 be revised? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||||
| 92 | Open | 2/C-502 calls for 6” PCC Concrete or Match Existing, whichever is greater. Please provide asbuilts of existing site paving. | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 93 | Closed | Keynote 1/CD101 calls out 33FT A/T unobstructed space, please clarify what an A/T unobstructed space is. | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | Please see G-004, General Notes C or refer to UFC 4-010-01. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 94 | Open | The 096723.15 specification section is not calling out specific products or a manufacturer. Material schedule on A-601 is saying StonHard. One sub would be proposing using the Sherwin Williams, ResuFlor Topcoat AC flooring system. This meets all thickness requirements shown in 3.8. Just want to confirm the Sherwin Williams System will be accepted. | |||||
| a. If a product meets all the requirements of Table I at the end of the spec section (pages 15 & 16), does this mean their product would be acceptable? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||||
| 95 | Open | C-101 - 10 - The trench required south of the word “Storage” does not indicate a pipe type or size? Please state pipe type or size. | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 96 | Open | S-111 - 5 - Concrete removal - What is the thickness of concrete slab, hangar and office areas? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 97 | Open | S-111 - 6 - Concrete cracking - What is the square footage for this repair? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 98 | Open | S-121 & S-123 - 2 - Fall Arrest Girders - What is the length and quantity of girders to be removed and or replaced? Drg shows just 1? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 99 | Open | S-123 - 4 - Paint Structural Steel where corroded? - Can we be provided a quantity or area of the steel that needs to be prepped and painted? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 100 | Open | A-800 - Wall Details 1,2,3 - Top of wall height - What is the height of the metal deck and or concrete deck? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 101 | Closed | 01 35 26 and 01 45 00 - 1.7.1.1.1 and 3.4 (01 45 00) - In 01 35 26 states that the SSHO and Quality Control Manager can be the same person. Section 01 45 00 ; 3.4.1, states the requirements for the CQC System Manager. - These sections state the requirements for the SSHO and Quality Control Manager. It also states that these positions can be covered by 1 person in a full-time position on site. Is this correct considering the importance of responsibility for each? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes. The SSHO may also serve as the Quality Control Manager. The SSHO may not serve as the Superintendent per Div 01 35 26 - 1.7.1.1.1. | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 102 | Closed | 01 45 00 - 3.4.3 - CQC Personnel- “These individuals or specialized technical companies are directly employed by the prime Contractor and cannot be employed by a supplier or subcontractor on this project”. - To confirm from this specification; we are required to employ a professional person for civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, architect, environmental, site work etc., during the execution for each phase of work being performed? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes. Div 01 45 00 - 3.4.3 also states that "A single person can cover more than one area provided that the single person is qualified to perform quality control activities in each designated and that workload allows." | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 103 | Closed | 01 50 00 - 3.4 -Government Field Office - Use this section if there is a Full-Time inspector on site - Will there be a full-time inspector on site? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | Please see response to RFI #27 | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 104 | Open | 02 41 00 - 1.2.1.2 – Deconstruction - Regarding demolition. Items such as existing tanks to ne removed and the Paint Booth; are these to be salvaged for government re use or are they to be removed and become part of contractor’s responsibility to dispose at an approved facility? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 105 | Open | 02 81 00/02 83 00/02 84 16/02 84 33/02 85 00 - Hazardous Materials - Transportation & Disposal of Hazardous Materials - Does this building or adjacent site have any hazardous materials known to be present requiring special abatement, packaging, and removal offsite? Should we expect contaminated soils under or adjacent to the tanks that have to be removed? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 106 | Open | 05 05 23.16 - 1.3.1 - AISC Certified Plant & Erector - The specs require an AISC certified fabrication plant and installation by an AISC certified Erector. Does this requirement apply to this particular contract? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 107 | Open | 05 30 00 - Steel Decks - I don’t see any steel deck work on the plans. Can this spec section be disregarded? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 108 | Open | 07 19 00 - Water Repellants - I don’t see any masonry or other surface requiring water repellents. Is this specification required on this project? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 109 | Open | 07 21 13 - Board and Block Insulation - Where on the plans is this called out for in this project? Do the concrete pour backs in the building require board insulation under the slabs? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 110 | Open | 07 27 10.00 10 - Building Air Barrier System - Does this project require an air barrier system? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 111 | Open | Drg 1/a-201 - 07 42 13 - Metal Wall Panels - The only location found for metal panels is around the new exterior door shown on drg A-201. Is that correct or is it needed elsewhere on this project? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 112 | Open | 07 54 19 - PVC Roofing - Where does the PVC roofing go? Was not clear on the plans. | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 113 | Open | 08 33 23 - Overhead Coiling Doors - We are removing overhead doors, but I see no new doors going in, correct? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 114 | Open | 08 60 45 - Translucent Panels - I don’t see any of these panels required on this project. Please clarify if we have translucent panels anywhere on this project? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 115 | Open | 09 22 36 & 09 24 23 - Lath & Cement Stucco - Do these specifications occur for the Stucco finish on the canopies? This is the only place I have seen the stucco finish required on this project. | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 116 | Open | A-115 - 09 51 00 - Suspended acoustical ceiling “Baffles” Don’t see a specification for the Baffles ceiling in 09 51 00. Please provide a product specification for the Baffles ceiling. | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 117 | Open | 09 90 00 - Painting - Does all exposed steel within the hangar areas get prepped and painted? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 118 | Open | 12 24 13 - Roller Shades - Roller shades on the break room new window only? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 119 | Open | A-601 - Room Fin Schedule-Floor Fin EPX-1 - EPX-1-Rms 101, 120, 121 - Room 101 indicates “only” patch/repair work while rooms 120 and 121 show no such note. Regarding the floor finish EPX-1; “only” patch / repair work for the flooring in 101? If so, what would be the quantity for patch and repair for floor finish in 101? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 120 | Closed | As-Built Drg - Can you provide as built drawing of the building? | 18-Mar-2024 | CES | Please see response to RFI #44 | 21-Mar-2024 | |
| 121 | Open | S-121-S-520 - Note 3 –Det 6/S-520 - Fire Suppression Support - This note 3 on S-121 says there is 1 location to provide the detail 6/S-520? Please clarify where this occurs besides the 1 location? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 122 | Open | S-520 - Det 3/S-520 - Joist Reinforcement - Does this detail pertain to this project where it shows typical joist reinforcement? It does not show any locations for this on roof framing plans. | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 123 | Open | A-131 - Gridline 7 - Roofing-Gutters - Is there an internal gutter at gridline 7? If so, could a detail be provided for this gutter? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 124 | Open | A-525 - Roof details - Plywood / Furring - Roof attachment: Should we assume a plywood base and underlayment (specs?) for attachment of SSR? | 18-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 125 | Open | What are the showers made of? They appear to be specified in solid surface spec (06 61 16) but, are not listed on the color and material schedule on A-601. The interior elevations, mens’ shower 2/A-452, indicate ceramic tile (CT-1). Nothing on the plumbing fixture schedule for them. Nothing shown in interior elevations for the women’s shower. Detail 13/A-501 indicates solid surface shower enclosure with a cementitious backer (assuming for tile?) Are the shower stalls to be CT-1 full height on the walls? What are the floors of the showers? I’ve seen a precast shower pan mentioned (keynotes 14 & 15/A-450 to see 13/A-501) but not finding what that is made of? | 19-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 126 | Closed | Sheet A-450 keynote 9 & 12 notes semi-recessed waste receptacle/ paper towel dispenser as Government Furnished contractor installed. Specification 10 28 13>2.1.4 call for paper towel dispenser and touch-Free Soap dispenser as a hands-free device. | |||||
| a. is the Paper Towel dispenser and soap dispenser furnished by the government, as noted in KN9&12/A-450, hands free? If so, are they battery powered, or will a hard connection be required? | 19-Mar-2024 | CES | Yes. It is Government Furnished Contractor Installed (GFCI) as indicated in A-450 keynote 9 & 12. They are battery powered. | 21-Mar-2024 | |||
| 127 | Open | There are restroom accessories that are noted in spec 10 28 13 that are not shown in the plan set; such as 2.1.8 Shelf, Utility W/ Mop/Broom Holders, 2.1.5 Disposal, Sanitary Napkin, SS, Surface Mounted, 2.1.9 Hook, Garment, Double, SS, Surface Mounted, 2.1.11 Soap Dish, With Bar, SS, Recessed, and 2.1.16 Napkin/Tampon Vendor. a. Are the toilet accessories, as noted above, in the specs that are not shown in the plans required? If so, will plans be updated show locations? | 19-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 128 | Open | Sheet AD112 at the (E) laundry indicated key note 1 to remove salvage and refurbish existing lockers. Locker at the (E) laundry are different from the locker’s in the existing men’s restroom. Detail 4/A-450 key note 1 state “Lockers and integral benches” | 19-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 129 | Open | The spec section 01 91 00 section 1.7 COMMISSIONING FIRM states that the Commissioning Firm is to be certified by one of the following organizations (ACG, NEBB, ICB/TABB, BCA or AEE) to meet the project requirements. The section goes on to list additional organizations (Uni WISC and ASHRAE) that certify individuals as a path to meeting project requirements. Is it possible to meet project requirements with individual certifications from the first group of organizations as required in paragraph LEAD COMMISSIONING SPECIALIST or will the latter two organizations be the only acceptable means of meeting project requirements via individual certifications? | 19-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 130 | Open | Spec 07 41 13 for the metal roofing talks about faced insulation compatible with roofing(2.6), felt underlayment (3.2.2.1), self-adhering sheet underlayment (2.7.1, 3.2.2.2), EPDM membrane (2.7.2) and a slip sheet (2.7.3, 3.2.2.3) but we are not seeing any of these items in the roof assembly drawings/details on A-525. Where would these items go in relation to the existing system? Or do they not apply to the desired system? | 19-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 131 | Open | Who is responsible for providing 120 volts to all DDC power supplies? | 20-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 132 | Open | Who provides the Fuel Cell Maintenance Panel per M-805 detail 2? | 20-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 133 | Open | Per M-809 detail 3 Hose Reels- Are the 2- button switches provided with the hose reels? | 20-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 134 | Open | Please provide a specification for the JP-8 Vapor Sensor that is required for this project | 20-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 135 | Open | Will the OSA flow stations be provided with the equipment per M-802 detail 2? | 20-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 136 | Open | M-810 Utility Metering details 2,3, and 4 Who is responsible for providing the Gas, Electric and Water meters? | 20-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 137 | Open | Is there a requirement to run rigid conduit up to a certain height then transition to EMT in the shop areas? | 21-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 138 | Open | S123 – Keynote #2 Please define if there are more than one Fall Arrest Girders that need to be installed, currently there is only one fall arrest girder but the keynote on the plan page shows arrows going in both directions. Please Clarify. | 21-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 139 | Open | A-601 Color and Material Schedule – Specialties CG-1 and WP-1, there are no locations provided for either of the stainless-steel items. Would you please quantify the amount required or if these materials are not required. | 21-Mar-2024 | A&E Firm | |||
| 140 | Open | CD101 shows gravel surfacing but there is no keynote, and will this area be cleared out of the existing materials? C-002 Keynote #3 is the only note that shows a track-out area. Please advise. | 21-Mar-2024 | CES | |||
| 141 | Closed | A-111 - Note 5 - Washer and dryer - Is there a specification for the washer and dryer ? I don’t see anything in the specs? | 21-Mar-2024 | CES | Washer and dryer shall be Government Furnished Contractor Installed (GFCI) | 21-Mar-2024 |
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