25BA006 Questions 241st Security Measures_08.13.25_Second Set.xlsx
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for Solicitation W50S98-25-B-A006, a Department of the Army Tennessee Army National Guard project to Construct 241st Security Measures at McGhee Tyson ANG Base in Louisville, TN. The Q&A covers detailed technical specifications for a security infrastructure project, including the installation of Ameristar Stalwart IS anti-ram barrier fence, vehicle cable barriers, security systems, and associated site improvements. Key technical elements include perimeter fencing, security camera systems, card readers, intercoms, gate operators, and conduit/electrical infrastructure, with the project to be completed in one construction phase during normal work hours of 0700-1700.
The solicitation involves two primary contract line items (CLINs): CLIN 0001 for base bid work and CLIN 0002 for the Advantor Security System, which will be coordinated and performed by the general contractor. The project requires coordination with Advantor for security system integration, and contractors must obtain base access and be vetted. The bid repository is located in Building 417, Second Floor, Room A28 at McGhee Tyson ANG Base. Contractors are expected to verify site conditions during a site visit, with flexibility for potential performance period extensions due to equipment lead times. The project includes provisions for potential weekend or after-hours work, subject to COR approval.
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| # | Questions | Answers |
| 1 | The listed documents plans call for Ameristar Stalwart spec'd fence. Will accompanying Specifications for this type of fence be provided? | Ameristar Stalwart IS Anti-Ram Barrier with K8 (DOD-USACE) Cable System is the basis of design. Specifications are available through fence manufacturer. |
| 2 | Are they wanting the Stalwart IS or Stalwart II? | Ameristar Stalwart IS or Equivalent as indicated on the drawings. |
| 3 | Will we be doing the vehicle cable barrier, if so, do they have a detail? | Yes, the vehicle cable barrier is to be included per the manufacturers installation instructions and recommendations. See attached sample detail, additional details available from Ameristar |
| 4 | I assume I will do the operator and safeties, and they will do the access control, is that correct? | To be coordinated with Advantor |
| 5 | Can existing Concrete Barriers be relocated to sidewalk for the placing of New Fencing? | Yes, this should be coordinated with the COR in advance. ~2 weeks |
| 6 | What United Facilities Criteria (UFC) Standard is to be followed—Low, Medium, or High? | Install per drawings and specs. This question is vague and should be followed up on if further information is required. |
| 7 | Can Temporary Fencing be driven to depth of 3” without embedding posts in concrete? | Yes, assuming you mean 3' |
| 8 | Will there need to be a 10’ Cleared Space around the Outside Fencing Perimeter per UFC Standards? | This is not included in the project and not the General Contractors responsibility. Install per the drawings and specs. |
| 9 | Can the Existing Communications Conduit into the Communications Room be utilized? | Drawings illustrate New Communications conduit (key note 10) and pull boxes (key note 8) around perimeter fence, and to existing communications duct bank (key note 9) into building via existing conduit (key note 13) and along existing cable tray to security office (key note 6) |
| 10 | Can you provide CAD Drawings for the existing Advantor Security System? | No, Security wiring should be coordinated with Advantor. Contractor to furnish rough-in only. Coordinate additional details Advantor. |
| 11 | Can Temporary Fencing be driven to depth of 3’ without embedding posts in concrete? | Yes |
| 12 | Please provide the local contact name, phone number and email address for the "Advantor Security" POC | https://www.advantor.com/contact-us/ |
| 13 | Drawing Sheet C2 references "Stalwart by Ameristar" which is a crash rated fence. Drawing C2.1 is for Ameristar Impasse 3Rail Trident style steel security Fence. Please clarify the fence style. | See response to Question 1 and 2 above. |
| 14 | Is this a tripple hat or dual hat project? | We don't undestand this question. Please clarify. |
| 15 | Will a P6 Schedule be required? Or is a gant chart Smartsheet schedule sufficient? | A gant chart will be sufficient |
| 16 | Please verify work hours for the center? | Normal work hours are 0700 to 1700 |
| 17 | Will there be any special inspections that will be required? | If you can define special inspections, we will answer yes or no. At this moment we don't anticipate any special inspection. |
| From Advantor | 5.4.2 Advantor System: Provide all security camera systems, card readers/keypads, programming, motion sensors, combination locks, door sensors, etc. to provide a complete and useable security system. This tells me that we are providing IDS, ACS, and CCTV for this effort. Here are several initial questions I have: | |
| 18 | Where do they want to monitor the systems from? | See Drawing C2.2 Keynote 6 |
| 19 | Where will they view the cameras? | Same Location |
| 20 | Where will they enroll users for access and manage the ACS system? | Verify with COR - bid as if done in Security Room |
| 21 | Where will they monitor the alarms? | Verify with COR - bid as if done in Security Room |
| 22 | How do they want to manage the access control system? | Access programming should be done from the security room where the advantor system is housed. |
| 23 | How many construction phases will there be? | One |
| 24 | What is the extent of IDS being requested? There is no additional information of locations on the drawings from what I can tell initially. | IDS is for fence only |
| 25 | Is the compound manned 24/7? | No |
| 26 | Why are there no cameras on the right side of the compound? | Not needed |
| 27 | What is the impact rating required for the Stalwart IS fence? Stalwart IS has many variations and K ratings. The manufacturer has no recollection of what needs to be supplied due to not having a k-rating? Or are there no Cabling for crash ratings required in this project? | See response to Question 1 and 2 above. |
| 28 | The conduits running to the cameras and gates, are they required to be encased in concrete? | No |
| 29 | Is the Transport sliding automatic gate to be crash rated? If so, what is that rating? | No |
| 30 | Do you have some photos of the areas needing repairs at the chain link fence areas? | No, contractor can verify these areas during the site visit. |
| 31 | All conduit, duct bank, pull boxes, to be priced and installed under Line Item 0001 Base Bid? | Yes |
| 32 | Is all of the high voltage power wiring, access control wiring, hookups to the card readers, intercom's and cameras to the gates all to be included in Line item 0002 bid form only for the Advantor System? | GC to coordinate with Advantor |
| 33 | Are the cost for the 5 cameras to be supplied and installed in Line Item 0001 Base Bid, but wired and hooked up cost in Line Item 0002? | GC to coordinate with Advantor |
| 34 | Are the cost for the 7 Card readers to be supplied and installed in Line Item 0001 Base Bid, but wired and hooked up cost in Line Item 0002? | GC to coordinate with Advantor |
| 35 | Are the cost for the 4 Intercoms to be supplied and installed in Line Item 0001 Base bid, but wired and hooked up cost in Line Item 0002? | GC to coordinate with Advantor |
| 36 | On sheet C1.1 key notes 6 & 13, all work cost are to be priced in Line Item 0002 Advantor System? | GC to coordinate with Advantor |
| 37 | Do the Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals? | No |
| 38 | Can the period of performance be extended after award once the material /equipment lead times are confirmed due to current market conditions for the equipment for the project? | Yes, with proper documentation |
| 39 | What are the exact locations and limits of work for all items marked as “approximate” in the drawings, including the security room, duct bank routing, and geothermal field limits? | Contractor has been given the opportunity to visit the site to verify location of the security room during site visit. See General Note 2 on Sheet C1.1. |
| 40 | Are as builts available for utility locations? | The A/E is not aware of any as builts. |
| 41 | Should any existing materials (e.g., fence posts, gate operators) be salvaged for reuse, or must all removed items be disposed of off-site? | No, All materials are to be new, unless otherwise noted specified. See General Note 3 on C1.1 regarding demolition. |
| 42 | What specific items are to be furnished and installed by the general contractor versus the “security contractor” referenced in the plans? | Line Voltage to all equipment is provided under this contract. Low voltage control wiring; to have raceway and boxes only in this contract. All security wiring to be coordinated with Advantor. |
| 43 | Who will be responsible for final terminations, programming, and commissioning of the security systems? | Coordinate with Advantor |
| 44 | Will Advantor system integration under CLIN 0002 be performed by the government or by the general contractor? | By the general contractor utilizing advantor. |
| 45 | Are substitutions allowed for the specified security fence, gate, and gate operator systems (e.g., Ameristar, HySecurity), and if so, what is the process for approval? | See Spec Section 01 60 00. |
| 46 | What are the required finishes, coatings, and colors for all fence and gate components to match the existing facility? | All colors and finishes to be selected by COR. Samples will be requested. |
| 47 | What is the approved process for obtaining base access for construction personnel and subcontractors? | Contractor will coordinate with COR and SFS to obtain access. Contractors will be vetted. These are included in the solicitation. |
| 48 | Will weekend or after-hours work be permitted for activities on the critical path or requiring minimal site disruption? | See answer to Question 16. All work outside normal work hours shall be cleared with COR. |
| 49 | What level of coordination will be required with the Army Reserve for access through their perimeter-controlled gates during construction? | This question can be addressed during the pre-construction conference and should be more specific to be answered properly. |
| 50 | Will Army Reserve personnel provide escorts or security oversight during any portion of the work? | This question can be addressed during the pre-construction conference and should be more specific to be answered properly. |
| 51 | In areas labeled “repair existing fence,” what is the required scope of repair versus full replacement? | See detail J-1 on Sheet C2.1. Portions of the existing fence that do not match detail shall be repaired. |
| 52 | What are the specific submittal requirements for concrete mix designs, reinforcement, and mow strip construction? | See attached site concrete specifications in addition to 03 30 00. Concrete for chain link fence shall be per 32 31 13. |
| 53 | Are there any mandatory testing or acceptance procedures for the security electronics prior to final approval? | Per Advantor |
| 54 | What are the required warranty periods for mechanical and electronic security equipment compared to general construction items? | These are the same unless specifically called out in drawings and specs. |
| 55 | How should pricing for CLIN 0002 “Advantor Security System” be prepared if the scope is to be performed by another contractor? | Advantor work will be coordinated and performed by advantor |
| 56 | Must the gate and operator be manufactured by Hysecurity or can it be an equivalent? | See Spec Section 01 60 00. |
| 57 | Can you provide the brick veneer specifications that match the existing facility? | Yes, See attached unit masonry assembly document. |
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