Bidder_Inquiry_Report_W911KB-17-R-0010.pdf

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Project: MILCON - Long Range Discrimination Radar Review: CLR039a LRDR CP#1 (00001) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 381 inquiries.

Id Discipline Sheet Detail Spec 6743061 General 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

FACTOR 1 Specialized Experience requirements are very specific. For example, HEMP protection construction experience is required. Will the Government accept specialized experience of Key Subcontractors that the Prime Contractor has teamed with?

On: Nov 29 2016.

Government Response. . The Government is evaluating this bidder question. If there are any changes made to the selection criteria in the solicitation, the change will be issued in an amendment. On: Dec 02 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6747201 Structural Section 00 21 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Re: Solicitation number W911KB-17-R-0010 - Long Range Discrimination Radar Construction Package #1 - Structural Steel Supply and Fabrication.

Specification Section 00 21 00, paragraph 1.13, Buy American Construction Materials and Provision 52.225-12 indicate that the "Buy American Act" applies to this project's tender solicitation. Our company has been invited by a US based General Contractor to bid the supply and fabrication of the Structural Steel. Our company is based in British Columbia, Canada. If we purchase the raw material from US based steel producers/suppliers, but fabricate it in Canada, would our company be allowed to bid this project or does the Buy American Act prevent our company from participating in this tender invitation?

On: Dec 01 2016.

Government Response. . Reference the following sections in FAR clause 52.225-11:

"Designated country means any of the following countries:

(1) A World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (WTO GPA) country (Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic of), Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan or United Kingdom);"

"(2) A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) country (Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Korea (Republic of), Mexico, Morocco, Nicaragua, Oman, Panama, Peru, or Singapore);"

"(b) Construction materials.

(1) This clause implements 41 U.S.C. chapter 83, Buy American, by providing a preference for domestic construction material. In accordance with 41 U.S.C. 1907, the component test of the Buy American statute is waived for construction material that is a COTS item. (See FAR 12.505(a)(2)). In addition, the Contracting Officer has determined that the WTO GPA and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) apply to this acquisition.

Therefore, the Buy American restrictions are waived for designated country construction materials."

Canada is in both the WTO GPA and FTA; American steel fabricated in Canada is in compliance with FAR Clause 52.225-11 contained in the solicitation. On: Dec 02 2016

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6747610 Civil S-900501B 2 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The contractor is directed to remove and replace a minimum of 10' of material from finish grade adjacent to the building. Existing grade is noted to be about 7' below finish grade, so the minimum required excavation is about 3' below existing grade. The contractor is also directed to excavate unsatisfactory material as directed by the engineer.

Borings indicate that unsatisfactory material may be found as deep as 14' below existing ground. How will the contractor be compensated for any additional excavation that may be required by the engineer?

On: Dec 01 2016.

Government Response. . Please reference section 00 11 01, Proposal Schedule, CLIN 0007 and technical specification 31 00 00.01 00, section 3.2.1 . Additional unsuitable material underneath the Mission Control Facility foundation will be paid for under this line item. On: Dec 05 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6747631 Civil S-900501B 7 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

This detail shows an undefined thickness of "SLSM" material below the slab. Please clarify what is "CLSM", and the required thickness.

On: Dec 01 2016.

Government Response. . The abbreviation for CLSM, Controlled Low Strength Material, is found on contract drawing S-900005B.

Typical sections for the required depth of CLSM can be found on drawings S-900301B and S-900302B. On:

Dec 05 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6754339 Architectural I-900107B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet I-900107B calls for sign type B-2 at each fire extinguisher.

Sheet I-900106B has sign schedule showing 1 ea. sign type B-2.

What is the intent for sign B-2?

On: Dec 07 2016.

Government Response. . Fire Extinguisher sign Type B2 shall be provided at all fire extinguisher locations as noted on sheet I-900107B. On: Dec 08 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6756660 Architectural A-900501B 3 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Typical parapet detail 3/A-900501B indicates 6" Batt Insulation @ Cavity.

Will an R21 un-faced fiberglass batt be an acceptable insulation for these parapets within the C-Channels at 24"oc?

If not please clarify insulation type and associated Specification Section the parapet insulation is identified in.

On: Dec 08 2016.

Government Response. . Provide product complying with 07 21 16.01 00 2.1 SOUND ATTENUATION FIRE BLANKETS at the location described at 3/A-900501B. On: Dec 14 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6756662 Architectural A900314B 1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Typical exterior metal stud walls/soffits e.g. detail 1/A900314B indicates batt insulation.

Will an R21 un-faced fiberglass batt be an acceptable insulation for these walls/soffits?

If not please clarify insulation type and associated Specification Section the wall/soffit insulation is identified in.

On: Dec 08 2016.

Government Response. . Provide product complying with 07 21 16.01 00 2.1 SOUND ATTENUATION FIRE BLANKETS. On: Dec 14 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6756663 Materials D900501B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Where do I find the Spec for Well Pumps and well casing: welding on casing to be seamless or welded?

On: Dec 08 2016.

Government Response. . Please reference technical specification 33 20 00.01 00, Water-Supply Well Construction, Development and Pumping Tests.

Should you feel that this response did not adequately address your inquiry, please submit a follow on question. On: Dec 14 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6756666 Architectural 900705B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Finish Schedule Sheet A-900705B indicates room 131 and corridors 160 thru 163 are to receive the RVWC rigid wall protection.

Corridors 160 & 161 have 10' ceilings. Assume the corridors 160 & 161 get the RVWC to ceiling height only.

Please confirm.

Room 131 and corridors 162 & 163 are all indicated to be open to structure. Please clarify the height of the RVWC in room 131 and corridors 162 & 163.

No interior elevations found for these areas.

On: Dec 08 2016.

Government Response. . Refer to note on Detail 6 Resilient Corner Guard Detail on A-900811B " 48"

HIGH RIGID WALL COVERING AS OCCURS".

RVWC detail added to sheet A-900811B will be included in Amendment #04 released on 22 December 2017. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6756783 Architectural 10.26.00.0.2.3 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification Section 10 26 00.0- 2.3 referencing the Rigid Wall Covering/Panels material RVWC does not indicate any trim requirements for the rigid panels specified.

A current material vendor indicated they are able to get a .060 with available trims but the manufacturer does not make a trim for the .075 panels.

Question is do these panels require a trim?

The bid documents do not provide any details for this .075 rigid panels.

No interior elevations are provided for this material which would normally provide details for the termination and/or panel interfaces.

Are trims required for this product.? Please provide applicable details if necessary.

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On: Dec 08 2016.

Government Response. . We have confirmed with Manufacturer that non-metallic (vinyl) trim is available for the .075 rigid panels.

RVCW detail added to sheet A-900811B, included in Amendment #04. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6757926 Facilities Maintenance

01 78 00.01 00-1.5 SPARE

PARTS

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please clarify the intent of the statement "Supply two items of each part for spare parts inventory." Does this statement apply only where there is a specific requirement in a Section for Extra Materials or Spare Parts to be furnished?

On: Dec 09 2016.

Government Response. . Yes. Intent is to require two items for inventory, only where spare parts are required by other sections. Provide two items unless noted otherwise. On: Dec 19 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6757944 Plumbing P-900112B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

A floor drain FD-90017002 is shown located between grid lines 9 and 10 just south of grid line E.2. Shall this floor drain be piped to the sanitary drain or to the industrial waste line?

On: Dec 09 2016.

Government Response. . Connect the floor drain to the nearest industrial waste line. On: Dec 19 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6758733 Plumbing P-900112B, P-900114B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please clarify the intent of Keynote 4 "FLOOR DRAIN SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH REMOVABLE CAP." Is the Government desiring a hinged strainer with a removable test plug?

On: Dec 10 2016.

Government Response. . The required removable cap is to prevent losing conditioned HVAC air though the drain lines. The raised floor space is serving as a HVAC supply air plenum. A hinged removable drain cap will serve the purpose. On: Dec 19 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6758744 Plumbing P-900112B, P-900505B, P-900701B, P-900702B 22 00 00-2.7.1

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Three EMI penetrations (Keynote 5) are indicated for the Radar Processing Room 153. Detail 1/P-900505B shows a floor drain with a steel strainer to accommodate the shielding weld. However, floor drains FD-90017002 and floor cleanout FCO-90017002 are scheduled to be provided with nickel bronze strainers/tops. Perhaps these drains and cleanouts should be all steel construction?

On: Dec 10 2016.

Government Response. . The floor drain and floor clean-out in RPR shall be all steel construction.

Drawings P-900112B and P-900505B have been revised accordingly.

Revised drawings will be included with Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6758760 Plumbing P-900112B

The drawing shows a branch line extending East (below Mech Room 2 - #154) off of the 4"IW running North-South.

What size is this branch line and what does it serve?

On: Dec 10 2016.

Government Response. . It is to serve a floor drain located under the raised floor. A "FD-9017002" is missing to this fixture.

The revised drawing will be included in Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6758782 Plumbing P-900111B, P-900112B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

There are references to pull boxes on the plumbing drainage drawings.

Room 126 LES Link: "P.O.C. 1-1/2"S TO PULL BOX" Room 131 Future LPP Conn: "P.O.C. 2"S TO PULL BOX" Room 156 Elec Room 1: "P.O.C. 2"IW TO PULL BOX" Please provide a detail drawing and description of what is required.

On: Dec 10 2016.

Government Response. . The detail design for this pull box drain connection is as shown on architectural sheet #4/A-900542B. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6760379 Plumbing MP900103B, P900121B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Keynote 5 on sheet MP900103B indicates two water-cooled air compressors. No water piping to these compressors is indicated on sheet P900121B. Is the water supplied by the 1" ICW TO SERVE BOILER SYSTEM? Please clarify what is required and provide a detail drawing.

On: Dec 12 2016.

Government Response. . The cooling water serving the two air compressors is supplied by 2" mechanical glycol chilled water piping (GCS) as shown on MP900103B. On: Dec 19 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6760648 Plumbing

22 00 00.01 00 Plumbing, General Purpose; 22 15 14.01 40 General Service Compressed-Air Systems, Low Pressure Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Which specification shall be used for compressed air piping: 22 00 00.01 00 Table II Service C, or 22 15 14.01 40?

On: Dec 12 2016.

Government Response. . Specification section 22 15 14.01 40 shall be followed for compressed Air Piping. Service C has been deleted from spec section 22 00 00.01 00 Table II.

The specification revision will be included in Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6760733 Plumbing 22 15 14.01 40-2.1.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

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The specification states "Provide design analysis and calculations for low-pressure compressed air systems that consist of flow rates, air distribution, pressure requirements and insulation requirements meeting requirements for referenced standards contained in this section." Since the compressed air system is already designed and the equipment has been scheduled, what additional design work is required?

On: Dec 12 2016.

Government Response. . Concur. The second paragraph in specification section 22 15 14.01 40-2.1.1 shall be removed.

The revised specification will be included in Amendment #04, to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6760900 Plumbing D-900601B 46 61 00.01 00 Filtration Equipment

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification requires water filtration piping to be steel, ductile iron, or pvc. Drawing requires piping to be copper, which matches the Division 22 plumbing specification. Please clarify.

On: Dec 12 2016.

Government Response. . Water filtration piping shall be copper in accordance with drawing D-900601B.

Specification section 46 64 00.01 00 has been revised accordingly.

The revised specification will be included in Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6760903 Specifications Permanent Stainless Steel Well Casing 2.4

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Is the referenced 24" stainless well casing to be seamless or welded?

On: Dec 12 2016.

Government Response. . Seamless or welded stainless steel well casing is acceptable as long as it meets the ASTM A312/A312M. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6760962 Electrical E-10014A & E-100301A 3 13 27 54.01, 2.7.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet E-100114A shows two electrical ductbanks (EDB) from the substation to the facility with Note 7 indicating the extent of concrete encasement. Sheet E-100301A, Detail 3 shows the entire duckbank is encased and the conduits are HDPE. Spec section 13 27 54.01, 2.7.1. states these ductbanks are a shielded steel duckbanks. Please clarify ductbank types.

On: Dec 12 2016.

Government Response. . 1.The electrical duct banks (EDB) shown on E-100114A are HDPE encased in concrete in accordance with drawing E-100301A and specification 33 71 02.01 00. The partial shielded Duct Bank SD100-1004 shown on E-100113A with Sheet Note 5 reference is the exception to the HDPE requirements. It is to be constructed in accordance with 13 27 54.01 00. See additional clarification of duct bank constructions in accordance with revisions of E-100301A. This revision will be included in Amendment #04 to be released 22 December 2017.

2.Drawing E-100114A, Note 7 indicates the extent that the ductbank needs to be reinforced in addition to concrete reinforcement. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6761568 Plumbing D-900601B

The Potable Water Treatment Flow Diagram shows two backflow preventers. Are these double check valve or reduced pressure backflow preventers? No drain piping is indicated for these units, so we are assuming that these are double check valve units.

On: Dec 13 2016.

Government Response. . Correct, the backflow preventers are intended to be double check valve units.

On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6762017 Specifications 13 27 54.01 10 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification Section 08 34 49.01 20 lists two types of acceptable doors; however, the drawings detail pneumatic (RF gasketed air bladder) type. Will either door be acceptable for this project.

On: Dec 13 2016.

Government Response. . Only pneumatic (RF gasketed air bladder) type is allowed for HEMP shield openings as indicated on door schedule. On: Dec 29 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6762032 Specifications 08 34 49.01 20 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please provide at least three pneumatic (RF gasketed air bladder) type door manufacturers who meet the specification requirements in order to provide the government competitive pricing.

On: Dec 13 2016.

Government Response. . Determination of whether a door meets the specifications will be done as part of the submittal process. The bidder is responsible for locating manufacturers that can provide products that meet the specifications. Cursory market research indicates that multiple manufacturers would have the capability to provide doors that meet the specification. On: Jan 04 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6762058 Specifications 13 27 54.01 10 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Under 2.4.5.6. Filter Factory Inspections and Tests...it states: A variance to performing the factory testing may be requested if the same filter type and model number by the same manufacturer was tested and provided as part of previous GMD projects at either Ft. Greely or Eareckson AS. The request for variance must include a letter from the manufacturer indicating that the type previously provided is the same, with no modifications, as that being provided now.

Please provide a list of previous filter manufacturers that have been found to be acceptable.

On: Dec 13 2016.

Government Response. . The power filters previously used on GMD projects at FTG and EAS were provided by Tyco Electronics - Corcom (TEC). On: Dec 29 2016 Government Response. . The text below appends or clarifies ALL previous replies.

A variance to performing the factory testing may be requested if the same filter type and model number by the same manufacturer was tested previous to this contract and documentation is submitted to show that the filter passed the factory test. The request for variance must include a letter from the manufacturer indicating that the type previously tested is the same, with no modifications, as that being provided now.

On: Jan 04 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6762116 Specifications 13 49 20.01 10

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Confirm the Single Knife Edge doors listed under spec 13 49 20.01 10 are not bound by other specifications, including 08 34 49.01 20 and 13 27 54.01 10. Also, confirm that they do not need to be from the same manufacturers for the other doors listed under specification 08 34 49.01 20.

On: Dec 13 2016.

Government Response. . Single Knife Edge doors specified in section 13 49 20.01 10 are only required at the RF/EMI shielded spaces (Radar Processing Room/Vestibule and EMI Test Enclosure). These doors are not bound by the HEMP specifications and do not need to be provided by the same manufacturer. On:

Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6762920 Structural 03 30 00.01 10 Cast in Place Concrete

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Paragraph 2.3 Aggregates is requiring ASR Mitigated Concrete using either Slag or Fly Ash. Please confirm that ALL Concrete used for the project is required to use an ASR Mitigated Mix Design. The government is providing the aggregates for the project, please provide aggregate test results so we can determine the amounts of Slag or Fly Ash required for ASR Mitigation.

On: Dec 14 2016.

Government Response. . The Government is not providing the aggregates for this project; the Government is providing a potential source for aggregates. It is the Contractor's responsibility to verify suitability for the intended purpose. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6763223 Plumbing P-900701B 22 00 00.01 00-2.5.5 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Service Sink SS-90012001: The specification describes a vitreous china service sink, wall-hung with cast iron p-trap.

The Plumbing Fixture Schedule indicates a floor-mounted mop sink, which matches the design drawings. Shall the mop sink be terrazzo construction?

On: Dec 14 2016.

Government Response. . Specification section 22 00 00.01 00 has been revised to include floor mounted mop basin sink with terrazzo construction.

The specification will be revised in Amendment #06 to be issued on 5 Jan 2017. On: Jan 05 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6763313 Civil C-100503A 5 33 11 00.01 00 section 2.2 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Detail 5 calls for the fire protection pipe to be pre-insulated, spec section 33 11 00 .01 00 section 2.2 is for insulation for field application and non-jacketed pre-insulated pipe. Does this mean the contractor has the option to field apply the insulation on the 16" fire protection pipe?

On: Dec 14 2016.

Government Response. . No, the fire protection pipe is to be pre-insulated. On: Dec 19 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6763315 Civil G-100005A 1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Detail 1 on Sheet G-100005A indicates a stockpile of gravel available for use. Please provide gradation information so bidders can ascertain its suitability for use in select fill, subbase or concrete aggregate.

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On: Dec 14 2016.

Government Response. . The on-base borrow pit shown on the contract drawings is available for the contractor's use. The contractor is responsible for performing the necessary testing to determine the usability and reject level of the aggregate mined from the gravel extraction site. The Government makes no claims that the borrow pit will meet specifications. On: Jan 03 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6763352 Civil C-100301A 31 00 00.0100 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The civil plan sheets indicate the use of "Select Material" and "Subbase" for a large portion of the site fill. These 2 products are not defined in the "Earthwork" spec section 31 00 00.01. Please clarify the specifications for these 2 materials.

On: Dec 14 2016.

Government Response. . Both Subbase and Select Material products are defined in Specification Section 31 23 00.01 20, Excavation and Fill, Part 2 Products.

2.1.3 Select Material

2.5 Subbase Fill and Backfill On: Dec 19 2016

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764227 Communications T-907602H & T-100103A Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Bid schedule shows CLIN 001 as the Construction of site features from Vol 1 drawings. Vol 1, sheet T-907602H shows fiber backbone cabling between the Substation and MCF - LES, Is this part of CLIN 001 or CLIN 002 as CLIN 002 is from drawing of Vol. 2 of this vol. sheet T-100103A shows the same fiber cabling between these same bldg.'s.

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . See Drawing T-100701A. All cables and patch panels designated in Communications Backbone Schedule or OSP/Backbone FOP Schedule as installed as part of CP1-A shall be part of CLIN001. This includes the cables, terminating patch panels and testing. Terminating and testing of cables on MCF or Substation provided FOP is also part of CLIN001. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764339 Mechanical 23 25 00.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Section 23 25 00.01 00 "Chemical Treatment of Water for Mechanical Systems" describes various chemicals to be blended on site with industrial grade propylene glycol and water from the site.

Is it acceptable to provide manufactured, pre-blended inhibited propylene glycol heat transfer fluid in accordance with industry standards and normal industry practice?

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . This alternate solution is acceptable. Specification section 23 25 00.01 00 has been revised to add the alternate solution.

Revised specification 23 25 00.01.00 will be included in Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764375 Mechanical MP900501B, MP900603B 23 64 26.01 00-2.4.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Drain valves for chilled glycol and heating glycol piping systems: The specification requires a threaded end gate valve with a nipple and water hose thread adapter. Some of the various detail drawings show hose-end ball valves.

Are hose-end ball valves acceptable?

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On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, hose-end ball valves are acceptable. Specification Section 23 64 26.01 00 has been revised and will be issued with Amendment #04 to be released on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764383 Communications T-900111B & T-900001B & T-900503B

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet T-900111B shows a DSN-F symbol in room 137 with a sheet note #3. Sheet Note number 3 directs you to T-900503B, detail 4. Sheet T-900001B shows a DSN-F as being a cable type as MMF, Sheet T-900503B, detail 4 shows MMF and a CAT6 cable/connector along with MMF. Which detail for this symbol is correct?

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . Both Details are correct. MMF fiber is to be run from Comm/CMC room Fiber rack and terminated (with slack) in large backbox at DSN-F symbol locations on the plans. A Cat 6 RJ45 jack is to be installed in the phone mount faceplate and 2' length Cat6 cable terminated on one end at that jack and at the other with a 8p8c Cat6 plug in the backbox in preparation for a GFGI media converter to be installed at later time. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764418 Communications T-900111B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet T-900111B, room 135 shows a comm. symbol on the West wall according to T-900001B should be a Unified Outlet with 3 each CAT6 cables. However, the Sheet note pointing the comm. outlet, Numbers 2 says it is a Wall mount fiber optic cabinet for Fire Alarm and run single mode 24 strand fiber from COM CMC Rack A-2. Is this location and symbol a fiber cabinet or a comm. outlet? Or, are we to install both at this location?

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . Contractor shall install both a standard unified outlet(6 port faceplate with three Cat6 and two duplex LC, and one blank) at standard height and a wall mount fiber optic cabinet above that jack for termination of 24 strand fiber. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764568 Mechanical 23 05 15.01 00-2.4.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Ball valves: Shall ball valves sizes 2" and smaller conform to MSS SP-110? Are solder ends acceptable for use with copper tubing?

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, ball valves sizes 2" and smaller shall conform to MSS SP-110. Yes, solder ends are acceptable for use on copper tubing for condensate drains only. For pressure pipe use brazing. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764569 Mechanical 23 05 15.01 00-2.4.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Butterfly valves: Actuator types are not indicated. Shall butterfly valves sizes 8" and larger be provided with manual gear operator? This would match the actuator requirement as specified for ball valves.

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, the butterfly valves sizes 8" and larger shall be provided with manual gear operator as indicated in specification section 23 05 15.01 00 paragraph 2.4.1. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764571 General 00 22 11-7.1.2 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO) section 00 22 11-7.1.2 lists both a "security manager" and "security specialist" to be shown on the organizational chart. This is the only reference to "security specialist" we are able to find in the documents. Are these the same position?

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . No, the requirements of the security manager are found in section 01 19 30.01 29.

The term "security specialist" will removed in Amendment #004, to be issued on 22 December 2016. On:

Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764572 Mechanical 23 21 13.01 20-3.2.5 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

"Place unions and flanges no farther apart than 100 feet." Please clarify the intent. Does the Government really want a union or flanges at not-to-exceed 100-foot intervals in the heating system piping? This would seem to increase the potential for a leak in a MC-1 system.

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . This sentence is deleted from the spec section 23 21 13.01 20 paragraph 3.2.5.

The revised specification will be included in Amendment #04 to be released on 22 December 2016. On:

Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6764573 General 00 22 11-7.1.2 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Section 00 22 11-7.1.2 lists a "control specialist" to be shown on the organizational chart. This is the only reference to "control specialist" we are able to find in the documents. Please clarify the scope and roll of this position?

On: Dec 15 2016.

Government Response. . The term "control specialist" will be removed from Section 00 22 11 paragraph

7.1.2 in Amendment #004, to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765090 Electrical E100114A 337101.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please confirm concrete encased duct banks are for the MV cable duct banks and when communications duct banks cross under roadways.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . Concrete encasement is to be in accordance with Drawings E-100301A and T-100301A which include concrete encasement for all ducts. Reinforcement is required at road crossings or as noted on plan drawings. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765102 Electrical E100501A 337101.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please confirm if the electrical and communications vaults are required to be shielded.

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On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . The site related manholes or handholes do not need to be shielded. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765110 Electrical 262100.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please confirm if HDPE can be used in lieu of PVC conduit for exterior underground electrical systems (i.e. potable well water power)

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, HDPE may be used unless otherwise indicated on the drawings. Note, in accordance with 26 21 00.01 00 article 3.1.1, "Underground conduits for branch circuits shall be direct-buried HDPE unless otherwise indicated on the drawings." The section has been amended to relocate the sentence with the general conduit to article 3.1.4 and add HDPE to list of allowable underground conduit types in article 3.1.4.3. See revised specification 26 21 00.01 00 to be issued in Amendment #04 on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765303 Architectural 10.14.00.01 10 / 10.14.00.01 20 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specifications are listed for Traffic and Exterior signage.

Standard Detail is provided for traffic signage.

None can be located on prints.

Please advise.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . For CP-1 work we have just a few site signs using Specification 10 14 00 01.

They are at the following locations.

1. Stop Sign, Sheet C-100106A, Point 524, Point Table C-100106A Site on Sheet C-100701A

2. Stop Sign, Sheet C-100107A, Point 763, Point Table C-100107A Site on Sheet C-100701A

The sign type is called out in the Point Table. Stop Sign uses Dtl 1, C-100506A.

e. Include Amendment: No On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765466 Electrical E100402A Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please clarify sheet note 4C as this pertains to a well and also clarify sheet note 4D as to what the wiring will terminate to in the grade junction box.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . Note 4C: Refers to heat trace cables to sanitary sewer from septic tank instead of well.

Note 4D: Wiring will terminate in a manufacturer's recommended power connection box to sanitary sewer heating cable.

The revised drawing will be included in Amendment #04, to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765580 Electrical E900100B

Drawing E900100B shows a power duct bank from EHH-10061101 on drawing E100402A to be installed as part of CP1-A, but is not shown as being installed on E100113A, please confirm that per this construction package that only the hand holes and feed into the facility are being installed.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . The line which is being interpreted as a ductbank heading plan south on E-900100B is the demarcation line between CP1-A/CP-1B. The question's interpretation that the work under CP1 stops at the EHH installed under CP1-A. Future work will extend from the EHH. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765644 Architectural A-900701B Door Schedule A

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Door Schedule A on Sheet A-900701B

Opening 117A. Door material is specified as GALV STL and Frame material is specified as GALV STL. Details SH- 17, DJ-17, & DS-17 are referenced in the door schedule for this door and indicate FRP Door and Frame. Please, clarify if opening 117A is to be GALV STL or FRP.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . Door 117A should be FRP including door, frame and threshold.

This drawing has been revised and will be included in Amendment #04, to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765647 Security 01 19 30.01 29 - 1.6.4 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Spec 01 19 30.01 29 - 1.6.4 in the 3rd paragraph on page 3:

"The Security Manager ... shall be employed by the Prime Contractor."

Is it acceptable for the Prime Contractor to hire a Specialized Security subcontractor to fulfill the roll of Security Manager and Alternate Security Manager?

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, it is acceptable for the Security Manager and their alternate to be a subcontractor. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765712 Civil C100410A & C100411A Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please confirm the Rim and Sump elevations for all of the communications manholes, the elevations provided do not seem to be correct. Example CMH-10063105 is showing rim at 596.36 and Sump at 590.81 with a difference of 5.55 Feet. Typical communications manhole is 7' deep not including the Top Slab or the man way. Please review and clarify elevations.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . 1. On the Comm Duct Bank profiles our model point for the vault floor was not at the correct location. Elevation corrected.

2. On both the Comm and Power Duct Bank profiles the RIM elevation was adjusted as needed to meet the vault grading shown in Details 5 and 6, Sheet C-100506A.

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3. The Power Duct Bank profile model points for the EMH vault floor were checked and are correct.

4. On both the Comm and Power Duct Bank profiles the vault elevation reference point was changed from Sump to Floor. Corrected because reference to Floor is the standard reference point for this type of structure.

5. In Details 5 and 6 on Sheet C-100506A a couple of note leaders on the EMH/CMH earthwork and grading detailing were missing and corrected. This correction was done in conjunction with our review to address Bidder Comment 6765712.

The revised drawings will be issued with Amendment #04 on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765748 Architectural 7/A-900531B 09 29 00.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

There is a discrepancy in the documents. Specification section 092900.0100 .3.2.2 Gypsum Board Control Joints calls for joints to be placed in accordance with GA 216, at 30'-0" O.C. Max, as recommended by the U.S. Gypsum Association. Architectural details 7/A-900531B and "Expansion Joint Detail" A-900552B call for gypsum control joints at 10'-0" O.C. Max at walls and ceilings, which is less than the length of a standard sheet of Gypsum. Please confirm that spacing at 30' O.C. per GA 216 is correct.

On: Dec 16 2016.

Government Response. . Provide gypsum board control joints per GA 216 – 30' o.c. maximum. Provide additional control joints and perimeter relief as recommended by GA 216.

The drawing has been revised and will be included in Amendment #04, to be issued on 22 December 2016.

On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6765832 Mechanical MP900702B 23 64 26.01 00-2.7 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Expansion Tanks: Diaphragm-type expansion tanks are scheduled on sheet MP900702B. Replaceable bladder tanks are specified. Which is correct?

On: Dec 18 2016.

Government Response. . The diaphragm type tank shall be installed as indicated in equipment schedule on drawing MP900702B. Specification section 23 64 26.01 00 paragraph 2.7 requires the tank to have a replaceable polypropylene or butyl lined diaphragm. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6766765 Plumbing P-900100B 22 00 00.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

22 00 00.01 00 Table 1 allows the use of ABS or PVC for underground waste pipe, sheet P-900100B shows the waste and vent at the foundation level, sheet P-900110B shows waste and vent piping that is below the finished floor but above the "foundation" level. Is this piping to be considered Service A and C according to Table 1?

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, the piping located below finished floor, but above foundation level shall be service A & C. Specification section 22 00 00.01 00 has been revised to delete allowable use of ABS and PVC, and will be included in Amendment #04 to be released on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6766783 Plumbing P-900001B 22 00 00.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

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Sheet P-900001B, Note 12, second sentence states that "No piping shall be directly embedded in concrete or masonry walls or footings". A large portion of the piping shown on P-900100B and P-900110B is shown routing through the footing or through the CLSM. Please clarify the requirements for this piping that will be in contact with concrete foundation/footings and/or CLSM.

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . Drawing P-900001B has been revised to delete the second sentence in note #12. The revised drawing will be included in Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6766792 Plumbing 22 00 00.01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Is the IW piping identified throughout the plumbing waste and vent drawings to be considered Service F in Table 1 of section 22 00 00.01 00?

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . The IW piping throughout the plumbing design shall be considered as Service A and C in Table 1 of specification section 22 00 00.01 00. On: Dec 22 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6766936 Contracting 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The May 12, 2017 suggested NTP date will result in half of the construction season being wasted by the time front end paper work can be submitted and approved.

Please guarantee a NTP date of April 1, 2017.

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . The NTP date provided is based on the realistic expectation of the schedule of activities required for award of this contract. The NTP date to be utilized in the proposal, provided in Section 00 22 11 paragraph 6.1.2, will remain 12 May 2017. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6766938 General 01 33 00.01 00 para 1.10.e, f & g Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

With the fast track schedule required and the dollar amount of Liquidated Damages, please guarantee a response time of 10 calendar days for submittal review and answers to Requests for Information.

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . Submittal review times will remain in accordance with technical specification 01 33 00.01 00, paragraphs 1.10e, f and g. On: Dec 28 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6767047 General 01 50 00.01 00 Temp. Construction Facilities and Controls

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Paragraph 2.2.3 Fencing calls out for safety fencing as well as an option for the contractor to provide temporary fencing at the cp#1 laydown area. Paragraph 3.7 is calling for the contractor to erect Project Safety Fencing within 15 days of the commencement of work. Please confirm that temporary site fencing is at the contractors option and safety fencing is only required at open excavations and tunnels per the contractors approved safety plan.

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . Project fencing is required as per technical specification 01 50 00.01 00, para

2.2.3. The requirements in para 3.7, Temporary Project Safety Fencing, will be deleted in Amendment #06, to be issued on 05 January 2016. On: Jan 05 2017

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6767069 Communications E100301A 1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Per detail 1 E100301A this shows a typical ductbank installation, please confirm that concrete encasement is only required under roadways for MV Cable Ductbanks, Communications Ductbanks and per notes 1, 2 of T100103A.

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . Concrete encasement is to be in accordance with Drawings E-100301A and T-100301A which include concrete encasement for all ducts. Reinforcement is required at road crossings or as noted on plan drawings. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6767144 General 00 21 00-1.11.a.ii.c Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please Confirm that:

"For Pro Forma information required in Phase 2 submit the original and one separate CD."

Is in-fact Volume 2 of the initial proposal.

On: Dec 19 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, that is the information for Volume 2 of the proposal. The text should read "For Pro Forma information required in VOLUME 2 submit the original and one separate CD."

"Phase" will be corrected to "Volume" in Amendment #4 to be issued 22 December 2016. On: Dec 21 2016 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6768266 Communications T-900401B & T-900701B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet T-900401B, detail #2 shows rack A2 as Fiber and A3 as copper termination racks. Sheet T900701B is the outlet layout for each room within the MCF. Example, Room 103 has 1 each DSN/CIVIL outlet which is one each CAT6 cable. However, Sheet T-900701B for room 103 shows the cable going to rack A2. Are these rack listings wrong, is the detail 2 of T-900401B wrong?? Which is correct?

On: Dec 20 2016.

Government Response. . The labels in the Corresponding Rack column on sheet T-900701B are incorrect/reversed and the drawing has been revised. Designations on T-900401B are correct. A3 is copper, A2 is fiber.

The drawing revision will be included in Amendment #04 to be issued on 22 December 2016. On: Dec 22 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6768311 Communications T-900701B Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet T-900701B has discrepancies in the following room listing:

134 - shows 1 in the workstation outlet column but should read 3 151 - shows 7 each TV outlets but the plans only show 6, where is the 7th?

147 - shows no outlet but the plans T-900113B show a camera with sheet note # 2 in the hallway outside room 151 which is in corridor 147. What cabling goes to this camera location?

On: Dec 20 2016.

Government Response. . 134- Provide outlets for room 134 in type and quantity as shown on Sheet T-900111B. Drawing T-900701B has been revised.

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151- Provide only quantity 6 TV outlets in room 151. Drawing T-900701B has been revised.

147- This location at Keynote 2 will be for the IP camera requiring Cat6 cable run to location indicated by Keynote 3 on Sheet T-900113B. Contractor is to install complete standalone IP based camera and monitor system including associated cabling. Refer to Spec SECTION 11 90 00.01 00 for more detail on this location/equipment. Drawing T-900701B has been revised.

The revised…