PSXE242014 Repair Electrical Systems Basewide Bid Questions_ Response_08.08.2024.docx

PSXE242014 Repair Electrical Systems Basewide Bid Questions

Bid Inquiry: Construct Main Gate Marquee, PSXE242007

1. On drawing A3.1 Detail 5, the Government lists Daktronics GT6 Screen and in the Specifications provided the Table of Content lists Specification 10 40 00 LED Display; however, a specification is not provided. Please provide specification for product.

See attached Specification Section 10 40 00.

2a. Drawing E1.1 Note 3, requires that 2 each new multi-mode fiber transceivers be connected to signage controllers. Please provide specification for transceiver.

Basis of Design: Black Box #LGC210A-R2 with #LFP441 SFP MODULE. Or Equal. Typical of (2) two each. See attached. (See attached) 2b. In reference to signage controller; is the Government referring to a new additional piece of equipment or existing equipment. Please provide clarification and/or specification if contractor is to furnish.

See Attached Specification Section10 40 00 2.3 B. For additional controller information. Coordinate with display manufacturer.

Bid Inquiry: Repair Bldg 120 Exterior, PSXE242002

1. Reference Drawing E1.0 Notes 3 & 5 which require this project to coordinate with the general contractor of project PSXE242003 completion prior to painting Building 120. Has this project been awarded?

The note for coordination was to ensure that on-building demolition under the 242003 contract was completed and patched prior to painting by this project. If the generator project is not being awarded at this time, then there is no need for coordination. COR to coordinate after project award if necessary.

Bid Inquiry: Construct Main Gate Marquee, PSXE242007

1. In reference to the aluminum screen & frame, louvers, and Smoky Mountain silhouette. Can the Government provide a known manufacturer for the basis of design and characteristics of the material to be utilized, i.e., gauge/thickness of the material?

No manufacturer for basis of design. Metal will need to be provided by a metal fabricator and sign components by a sign company.

8/8/2024

1. On 2/A3.1 the bronze back plate is that paint finish a standard color bronze, a premium metallic paint finish such as weathered steel, a premium simulated ore finish, or another material such as corten steel that is meant to patina?

See Attached revised Drawing Sheets

2. The 24 GA flush panel cladding in matte black. The 3D view on 3/A3.2 appears to be 12’ tall continuous flush panels vertical with a corner trim piece- the elevation drawings appear to show the panels to be segmented with a joint/seam/reveal. Could we confirm corner trim is acceptable and if panels running vertically full length are acceptable.

No corner trim. Panels are designed to be continuous horizontal panels with horizontal reveals. If required, a vertical seam can be added on the end and where the sign extends from the column, as indicated below. See attached revised drawing sheets.

1. Item No.'s 1001 and 2001 are options. How will the option items be evaluated, are they being taken at time of award, or will they be taken at a later date. If taken at a later date, is there a period of time required for acceptance by the Government.

Government will attempt to award options in conjunction with base bid if adequate funding is available. Be advised that option award is solely contingent on funding availability which may result in delayed option award up to but not exceeding 90 days after base bid award.

8/14/2024

1. During the Site Visit, we were not able to see the switchgear room:

1. May we see pictures of the existing switchgear?

See Attached Photographs of B132. Please note that photographs are provided as-is and do not convey the entirety of the existing conditions. Contractor is encouraged to visit the site and view existing conditions in person. These photographs do not relieve the bidder of their responsibility to visit the site and become familiar with the existing conditions.

1. May we see pictures of the existing transfer switch?

See Attached Photographs of B132. Please note that photographs are provided as-is and do not convey the entirety of the existing conditions. Contractor is encouraged to visit the site and view existing conditions in person. These photographs do not relieve the bidder of their responsibility to visit the site and become familiar with the existing conditions.

1. May we see pictures of the existing breaker in the MSWB, that needs the 600 amp trip unit?

See Attached Photographs of B132. Please note that photographs are provided as-is and do not convey the entirety of the existing conditions. Contractor is encouraged to visit the site and view existing conditions in person. These photographs do not relieve the bidder of their responsibility to visit the site and become familiar with the existing conditions.

1. May we see pictures of the ceiling in the switchgear room? I would like to see the feeders for existing panels A, B and C.

See Attached Photographs of B132. Please note that photographs are provided as-is and do not convey the entirety of the existing conditions. Contractor is encouraged to visit the site and view existing conditions in person. These photographs do not relieve the bidder of their responsibility to visit the site and become familiar with the existing conditions.

1. Are we to re-use existing conduits for the Marquee sign?

Refer to Drawing E1.1, New Work Note #1.

8/16/2024 For the Marquee sign:

1. Is it the intent of this project to control 2 ea. 2 pole circuits with 1 ea. 4 pole disconnect?

Yes

1. Do we know what brand and type of panel the sign is to be fed from?

Design Basis is Daktronics, See Attached Specification

1. Who is responsible for furnishing the transceivers?

The General Contractor

1. Are the transceivers specific to the sign? No image1.emf