J-32 Questions and Answers.pdf

Number Question Owner Answer

1 For walls that are not being moved or demo'd is the drywall removed? Or retextured? DPW No, these walls will not be retextured nor have their drywall removed.

2 For design portion of the contract, who will be working with the architect/designer? Contracting DPW, through submittals vetted by Contracting.

3 Is the design / drafting phase of the contract included in the 365 day timeline? Contracting Yes.

Based on the JC Standard of Design, specific exterior work is mentioned. Is there exterior work included in the SOO or a separate document? DPW

There is select exterior work in the SOO for this project. The Contractor is not to add anything to the project scope. Example: the Judge's parking space out front is labeled as the facility manager. The reason we did this item was to not code it as the judge.

Is the J-02-OSIA the proposed layout or is the JC Design Reference document the layout? DPW

The proposed layout is the J-01 attachment, and not the floor plan shown in the

Judicial Center Standard Design.

Is the janitor closet next to Judge's chambers staying? JC requires a separate entrance for Judges Chambers so I am unclear if this entrance needs to be reconfigured. DPW

No, the janitor's closet shall be demolished for the ADA restroom by the Judge's chambers.

7 Was the building previously plumbed for a chiller system? DPW

The only chilled water plumbing in the building is between the chiller (in the mechanical yard) and the AHU (in the mechanical room).

8 Is the ILC required in conjunction with the bid bond or in lieu of? Contracting

Other Details Section 9: IAW FAR 28.101-1(b) only separate bid guarantees are acceptable for construction contracts. Additionally, the Contracting Officer has determined that only a separate Bid Bond (SF 24) is acceptable for this effort.

Are there sustainablity requirements for any asthetic materials? Ceiling tiles, flooring, etc? DPW No, there are no sustainablity requirements for any asthetic materials.

10 Are there specifications on the raised flooring system? Aluminum, high load, etc? DPW

Raised flooring is not required. The contractor shall utilize the railings, the benches and panel box to distribute the power and communications in the courtroom.

11 Is there any roofing work included? Because of the asbestos containing layer. DPW

No. The contractor shall utilize the exterior walls such that no roof penetration is installed.

12 What are the restrictions or requirements of waste management? DPW

All waste are to be removed from the installation. The contractor shall recycle what they decide is recyclable. The contractor shall report waste in tonnage.

Is the FF&E package contractor purchased? Specifcally the judges bench, court reporters desk, and witness stand. DPW

A list of Gov't provided & installed FF&E is provided, and includes the reporters desk). Affixed furniture built into the courtroom (e.g., judges bench, witness stand, court reporters box, panel box, and the railing/bar) shall be provided & installed by the contractor.

Is it possible to submit bid earlier to have a chance to correct any bid format issues?

Not to change price, only to correct formating. Contracting All submissions will be evaluated at the end of the submission timeframe.

If parking is going to be within the scope, what is the current condition of the lot? Will it need asphalt redone, or seal coated? DPW

In regards to the parking lot, the contractor shall only perform the work stated in the SOO. No other parking lot work is required.

16 requestng access to CADD drawings. Contracting

Send email request to Contracting for CADD Drawings, they cannot be uploaded through SAM.GOV

Is the existing roof under warranty? If so, please provide point of contact of the company that has the warranty. DPW

The existing roof is not under warranty in regards to the 2 year workmanship clause. The installation maintains the roofing warranty (20 year NDL (No Dollar

Limit) ).

According to SA1 OSJA Courtroom Plan Draft, are the existing restrooms to receive new fixtures or are they existing to remain? Please confirm. DPW

The existing fixtures in the existing male and female restrooms are to remain. Per the SOO, one toilet compartment in each restroom needs to be made ADA

Accessible. If the existing toilets are not compliant, new ones will need to be furnished and installed by the contractor.

According to SA8 Judical Center Drawings - Sheet A101, shows a new ADA Lift before entering the Judge's bench. Do you want an new ADA Lift for Bldg. 52120 to the judge's bench or will an ADA ramp suffice? DPW No ADA lift or ADA ramp is required.

SA8 Judical Center Drawings do not show the height of the platforms for the Judge's

Bench, Court Recorder and Witness Stand. What is the height of each platform? DPW

The bench shall be at least 12 inches above the finished floor elevation and 6 inches above the next highest raised platform in the courtroom. The Court

Recorder and witness stand can be on the finished floor. The heights of the platforms are stated in attachment J-5.

According to SA1 OSHA Courtroom Draft Plan and SA8 Judical Center Drawings, does the Panel's Box also go on a raised Platform as well? Please confrim. DPW

The panel box shall be constructed to comfortably fit a minimum of 12 people

(maximum of 14) in a tier-format, splitting the seats into two rows, having unobstructed views of the witness, judge, counsel, and accused. The back tier shall be raised 6 inches above the finished floor of the first tier.

According to Section 3.19.2.A.3 of the Judical Standard Sepcifications states to provide a large Screen Television. Please provide the size of the Large Screen

Television, i.e. 55", 60" or Larger. DPW TV shall be 65" or larger.

According to Section 3.9.C.8 of the Judical Standard Specifications states to provide a

Interactive Whiteboard system in the courtroom. Please provide make and model of the Interactive Whiteboard System. DPW The Interactive Whiteboard system will be provided & installed by the Gov't.

According to Section 3.9.C.5 of the Judical Standard Specifications states to provide

Video Monitors in varies locations. Please provide the size of the Video Montiors, i.e.

32", 40" or Larger. DPW Part of A/V package, monitor should be smaller for 12" or 14"

According to SA1 OSJA Courtroom Plan Draft, are the desk for the Paralegals furniture that the Government will provide and Contractor to install or is it a Custom made desk provided by the millwork subcontractor? Please confirm. DPW

The desks will be Gov't provided & installed FF&E. A list of Gov't provided and installed FF&E is provided for informational purposes.

Looking at both SA1 OSHA Courtroom Draft Plan and SA8 Judical Center Drawings, are the seating for the Gallery in the courtroom a custom made wooden bench or

Furniture that the government will provide and contractor to install? Please confirm. DPW

The gallery chairs will be Gov't provided & installed FF&E. A list of Gov't provided and installed FF&E is provided for informational purposes.

Acording to SA8 Judical Center Drawings there is a railing between the courtroom and the Gallery, SA1 OSJA Courtroom Plan Draft does not show the railling. Please confirm that there is railing between the gallery and Courtroom? DPW

Yes, the contractor shall install a railing between the gallery and the counsels' tables. See attachment J-5 for additional gallery railing requirements.

In addition to the previous question, if we are to install the railing, please confirm that railling is all wood or GWB with wood top? DPW

The railing shall be all wood, see previous question's answer. Power outlet's and

CAT cable recepticles shall be installed in the bottom of railing for counsel tables use. As No raised floor is needed.

On the Proposed “DRAFT” drawing it indicates communication drops at various locations on the renovated walls. Will these be required to be new cat-6 cable back to the communication rack or will we be allowed to re-locate existing comm cable drops to these locations as will reach? DPW

The Contractor shall provide and install new cat 6-cable back to the communications rack for all cabling. The existing cabling will be removed. The new cabling shall meet the UFC standards for the number of outlets required in the facility for each function.

On the “DRAFT” drawing what does each communication symbol shown represent when it comes to the lines dropped and designation of each line’s termination jack?

Should we assume 1-cat-6 data & 1-cat-6 voice per symbol shown? DPW yes. The new cabling shall meet the UFC standards for the number of outlets required in the facility for each function.

Section 4.05 of the SOW says the 480 volt gear is to remain as is other than new fusing. Will this include the 480volt breaker panels as well to remain in place? DPW

The Contractor shall replace the 480volt breaker panel as it is over 10 years old.

The 480v gear will remain.

In regards to replacing the 208volt breaker panel that is over 10 years old, the associated 75kva dry transformer inside the mechanical room will need to be replaced and increased in size to accommodate the replacement 200amp breaker panel and the new 100amp breaker panel being asked for. This will also require a new larger 480volt feed to be brought from the main switch gear to the new Dry transformer as well. Does the government concur to dry transformer upgrade and

480volt feed to it being upgraded to accommodate the new 100 amp panel addition? DPW yes.

Just to confirm, are we to re-use the existing led lighting fixtures to the furthest extent possible? DPW yes.

Are any offices or areas going to require dimmable lighting switches and if so are the existing led lighting fixtures dimmable? DPW

The facility does not require dimmable lighting. The existing LED lighting (Oracle lighting) is not dimmable. The public male & female restrooms have flourescent lighting, which shall remain.

In the SOW under Electrical Sections 4.05.03 & 4.05.04, What exactly is the government wanting for a back up power system and what areas are required for back up power if not the entire facility? DPW

The Contractor is removing the backup power that is at the facility in three locations. The first location is outside the west hallway door . The second location is next to the transformer in the mechanical equipment yard. The third location is inside the mechanical room. The back up power required is for the exit lights and select suspended ceiling lights to meet the codes (including NFPA 101-

Life Safety Code). The fire alarm and mass notification systems shall have their required battery backups in accordance with code.

To Confirm section 4.10.04 is asking for a new Monaco Combined Fire/MNS System thru-out facility 52120, correct? DPW

No. The installation uses a Monaco fire alarm system and a wheel lock mass notification system (MNS). The installation will provide a MNS number along with fire alarm and MNS base station programming. The contractor shall fill out a programming sheet to assist the installation base station programming.

Will the Monaco Fire/MNS System be required to be installed by a certified Monaco

Installer with a submittal of a current Monaco Installer Certificate? DPW

Yes. The contractor shall include a certified wheel lock mass notification system installer.

Under Additional Construction Facility 52122 the covered Pavilion, Section 4.07.08 it calls for a LPS System on the new canopy structure and “Cathodic Protection”. What is the intention of the Cathodic Protection for the canopy structure? DPW

The passive cathodic protection system is to protect the conduit in the ground.

The conduit in the ground includes the communication system and other electrical conduits.

Will Facility 52120 require a Lightning Protection System or Cathodic Protection as well? DPW No, neither is required.

The total contract duration for design and construction listed in the RFP is 365 days.

There are 3 milestone design submittals that are required (35%, 65% & 100%) along with final Issued for Construction documents. Each design submittal will take between approximately 45 and 60 days to prepare. Government review of each design submittal is typically 14 to 21 days with a corresponding review conference within 7 days of the conclusion of the comment period. The design phase for this project will most likely require a minimum of 7 months to complete leaving only 5 months for the construction phase which will not be sufficient for a project of this size and complexity. Please consider increasing the total contract duration to 700 days to allow sufficient time for design and construction activities. DPW

The timeline presented is possible. The goal is to speed up the process to change the design portion from seven months to five months or less.

Will STC 52 rated walls and STC rated doors/frames be required for other spaces not designated on the proposed floor plan? Per the JC Standard Design document (J-09,

p. 26 of 34), private offices (e.g., counsel offices, paralegal offices) are required to be

STC 52 rated. Should this include the attorney offices and paralegal offices adjacent to the mechanical room on the workspace side and the two paralegal offices adjacent to the reception/waiting area? Please provide a complete list of rooms required to have an STC 52 rating. DPW See revised SOO

The Statement of Objectives, 4.07.02 (p. 4) says to “re-use door and frames that were removed from demolished walls”. However, depending on the STC rating needed for a specific room, the existing door and frame may not meet that requirement. It is assumed that in these locations new acoustically rated doors and frames will be required; is this correct? DPW

Doors and frames may be reused if they meet all the requirements of the room

(STC, security, etc.). Yes, STC, security, or other requirements my necessitate new doors.

The Statement of Objectives, 4.07.02 (p. 4) says that some walls are needed “to cover windows and views from the exterior.” It would appear that the windows in Judge’s

Chamber 1 and the restroom associated with the Deliberation Room would fall in this category; is that correct? Would the window in Judge’s Chamber 3 also need to be covered? DPW

The windows in the deliberation room restroom shall be covered. The windows in the Judges' Chanbers can remain as long as the wall/room meets the required

STC rating.

On the courtroom side, would the sidelite and window adjacent to the two west exterior doors need to be covered? Would the high windows in the courtroom area need to be covered? What about the window in the Clerk’s office, Gov’t Waiting

Witness room, Gov’t office, SVC room? DPW

The windows in the courtroom shall be covered. In the other spaces mentioned, windows can remain as long as the wall/room meets the required STC rating.

On the workspace side, would be high windows above the paralegal office on the north side need to be covered? Or in the Storage room? DPW Windows can remain as long as the wall/room meets the required STC rating.

RFP documents note the furniture layout is for information only and the DOR and

Contractor is to use the provided layout for coordination and location of utilities, etc.

It also notes that the FF&E are all GF/GI (Government Furnished and Government

Installed) with the DOR and Contractor to provide the FF&E package with the guidance of the Louisville District Center of Standardization. Will there be a Bid

Option initiated for the Contractor to provide the FF&E with the building as one turnkey package? DPW

No, there will not be an option for the contractor provide the FF&E with the building as one turnkey package?

PVR is noted as a flooring finish for flooring and base in multiple rooms but a definition has not been given for the PVR abbreviation. Is this sheet vinyl or premium vinyl flooring with integral coved base? DPW PVR is for premium vinyl flooring.

If LEED certification is required, note that the scope of the renovation will determine the rating system. Depending on the % of gross floor area being renovated, the project could be either a BD+C New Construction project (if more than 60% renovated) or Existing Buildings Operations + Maintenance (if less than 40% renovated). If between 40-60% renovation, project team would need to assess the project further to confirm the most appropriate LEED rating system. DPW LEED certification is not required.

Please confirm if an energy model is required for this project. As a renovation without work on the envelope, modeling the building would be extremely difficult. DPW Energy model is not required for this project.

Attachment B LEED Checklist for the Judicial Center Standard Design denotes 2 points for Indoor Air Quality Assessment, which requires indoor air quality testing. Please confirm if IAQ testing is required, as this is an additional cost. DPW

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) testing is required. The results shall be reported to the

COR. No action is planned in this contract due to the test results.

UFC 1-200-02 requires a construction waste diversion of at least 60%. However, section 7.05 of the SOO states that “Contractor shall comply with Federal directives by recycling at least 10% of construction waste.” The LEED BD+C rating system offers points for 50% construction and demolition waste diversion (1 point) and 75% C&D diversion (2 points). Please confirm the minimum construction waste diversion that is required. DPW The minimum construction waste diversion is 10%.

Please confirm if Enhanced Commissioning is required. This is a significant increase in effort for the Commissioning Agent and will require additional scope/price compared to the prerequisite for Fundamental Commissioning and Verification. DPW Enhanced commissioning is not required. Regular commissioning is required.

53 Please confirm whether electric vehicle charging stations are required for this project. DPW Electric vehicle charging stations are not required for this project.

Please confirm if renewable energy, for example Photovoltaics, are required for this project. If so, please confirm if there is a minimum % offset from annual consumption that the renewable energy system must provide. DPW Renewable energy is not required for this project.

Please confirm if the Fort Huachuca buildings participate in or have access to a demand response program. DPW This facility will not participate in a demand response program.

Please confirm there will be no permanent irrigation for this project. Establishment period of maximum 2 years can be used for LEED, if needed. DPW

This facility has no permanent irrigation for this project. The facility may have had irrigation in the past which was abandoned in place.

Please confirm if use of concrete on surface parking areas is acceptable. Concrete is more reflective than asphalt and can contribute to achieving the Heat Island

Reduction credit, along with a white roof. DPW No, concrete is not acceptable.

Are as-builts available for the flowline of the existing sanitary sewer service serving the building? If so, please provide. DPW

As-built drawings will be provided. Photos and sketches will be provided of existing conditions.

Is a geotechnical report available, either a current one or an archived report that was completed when the original building was built? Please provide any applicable

Geotech information that may be available. DPW No, no geotechnical reports or information are available.

4.05: It is assumed that all electrical infrastructure (panels, sub-panels) is older than

10 years old and will need to be replaced. Please confirm. DPW Confirmed.

4.05.12: It is assumed that the generator and all backup infrastructure is getting removed and will not be replaced. Please confirm. DPW Confirmed.

62 Is the site lighting sufficient, or will it need to be updated? DPW

The contractor shall replace the existing exterior building lighting. No other site lighting is required.

63 Will car charging be required? (May be required for LEED purposes) DPW No.

Is a temporary electrical service during construction required, or is it acceptable to use existing circuits in the building that are not being modified? (If the entire electrical infrastructure downstream of the MDP needs to be updated, temporary panels and transformer fed from the MDP could be installed). DPW

Temporary electrical service during construction is a contractor responsibility.

The contractor may use existing circuits. The Gov't will not bill the contractor for electricity used at the site.

65 Please provide historical information (a year would be best) on the utility usage. DPW Information provided.

66 Will this project be required to follow Engineer and Construction Bulletin 2018-17? DPW Yes.

Are text signs required as part of the MNS system and if so should they be scrolling

LED? DPW Text signs are required. Scrolling LED signs shall not be installed.

68 Are there any raised floors in any building that will require smoke detectors? DPW No raised floors are required for this project. There are no existing raised floors.

69 Will a complete Life Safety Analysis be required per UFC 3-600-01. DPW Yes.

70 Is this project considered a “Major Renovation” per UFC 3-600-01 DPW Yes.

Will existing fire alarm be required to stay functioning during construction or can it be demo-ed initially? DPW

The Contractor shall notify the Fort Huachuca Fire Department when the system is deactivated and then when work progresses on the system until commissioning is complete.

Are there any mag lock doors or door holders in any building that will need to be connected to the fire alarm system? DPW No doors are required to have mag lock doors or door holders.

74 Is a Qualified FPE as defined by UFC 3-600-01 2-1.16.2 required for this Project? DPW Yes.

75 Please provide hydrant flow test to verify fire pump is not required. DPW Hydrant 521-2 information is provided.

76 Will flexible sprinkler connections be acceptable on this project? DPW No.

According to the AS-Built plans, it does not show how deep the existing sewer line is in the ground on the north side of the building. Please provide a profile showing the depth the existing Sewer Lines entering the building? DPW

Photos and sketches will be provided of existing conditions. The contractor shall be responsible for reviewing on-site conditions and developing their plans.

If walls are to have an STC 52 rating, what STC rating is required for the doors? If the

STC rating for the doors is low (STC 35 or lower) the rating may be achieved by installing door seals on standard doors. If the STC rating is higher, then an acoustically rated door and frame will be required. What STC ratings are required for the doors? DPW The doors (& windows) shall have at least the same STC rating as the walls.

Judicial Center Standard Design references LEED, however, the SOO for the project does not. Please confirm that LEED certification is not required. DPW LEED certification is not required.

If LEED certification is required, please confirm if there is a certification level that must be met (Certified 40-49 points, Silver 50-59 points, etc.). DPW LEED certification is not required.

If LEED certification is not required, please confirm if either HPSB Guiding Principles third-party certification OR HPSB Guiding Principles tracking and reporting without third-party certification is required. Per UFC 1-200-02, HPSB Guiding Principles third-party certification is required for projects with comprehensive replacement in an existing building that is >10,000 GSF, with total cost >$3M and 50% or more Estimated

Replacement Cost (ERC). DPW

LEED certification is not required. Neither is either of the HPSB Guiding

Principles.

The RFP does not indicate that increasing the building envelope insulation values is required, however, if Guiding Principles compliance or LEED certification is required for this project the building envelope insulation R values will need to be a minimum of 30% higher than ASHRAE 90.1 requirements. Please confirm that increasing the insulation value of the building envelope is not a requirement of this project. DPW Increasing the insulation value is not a requirement of this project.

Can you provide detailed program listing by room and required size, SF NTS Draft

Courtroom Plan (Bldg 52120 Proposed Legal Annex)? DPW The contractor shall review attachment J-5

84 Is the current Judges Chambers shared toilet ADA? (SOO 4.07.06) DPW

Currently there is no restroom near the areas that will become the three judges chambers. There is only a janitor's closet in this location. Essentially, the existing janitor's closet will be converted into the new restroom.

85 Will the Court reporters' office allow for as per plans furniture? (SOO 4.03.01) DPW Yes.

86 Will deliberation room geometry allow for a table with circulation? (SOO 4.03.01) DPW The contractor shall proceed as shown on the draft floorplan (Attachment J-1)

87 Does the Restroom in Deliberation Room need to be ADA accessible? (SOO 4.07.06) DPW Yes.

Could roof top mechanical units be considered to allow a reduction in mechanical room size? The HVAC room seems large for a building of this size. (SOO 4.04) DPW

No, the Gov't does not want rooftop HVAC units. The Gov't is not looking to modify the mechanical room's existing walls for the purpose of reducing its size.

Are there any electrical closet(s) not indicated in drawings? According to the

Statement of Objectives, the panel is currently in the Mechanical room. Will this be a sufficient location for the new design (ie meets any electrical/fire/safety codes)?

(SOO 1.01) DPW

The Contractor shall determine the location of the electrical panels in accordance with the new codes.

90 Does the public bathrooms need to be ADA? (SOO 4.07.06) DPW

The public male & female restrooms only need to have ADA accessible toilet compartments

Please verify that the Clerk of Court Office and Security Check function are compatible and that the required furniture would fit within the proposed space. DPW

Yes, the functions are compatible and required furniture will fit in the proposed space.

Please verify there will be no conflict with the Defense Witness Waiting Room being directly adjacent to the Government Witness Waiting Room. (SOO 4.03.01) DPW

No, there is no conflict since the Secuirty checkpoint is directly across the hall from both rooms.

93 Will windows be closed off at the witness waiting room? DPW

Windows can remain as long as the wall/room meets the required STC rating.

The windows can be covered by blinds if & when necessary.

Will the existing interior doors, frames, and hardware be re-used? Please confirm.

(SOO 4.12) DPW

If possible, they can be reused. Security, STC ratings, accessibility, and other requirements may require new doors, frames, and/or hardware

Will the existing ceiling grid is to be maintained; existing ceiling tiles to be removed and stockpiled, cleaned, and re-installed? Please confirm. (SOO 4.12.03) DPW

The courtroom shall utilize the higher graded/rated suspended ceiling tile. The restof the facility can re-use existing ceiling tiles.

Will modifications including any exterior door upgrades/modifications be required?

(SOO 4.07.02) DPW Yes, the deliberation room exterior door needs to be metal and not glass

Will additional door security electronic hardware be required apart from cipher locks on 6 doors? (SOO 4.07.04) Mission Partner No

What are the security camera surveillance requirements, both exterior and interior?

Does the OSDJ have their own set of security spec requirements? (SOO 4.07.04) DPW

The security camera surveillance system (CCTV) shall cover the courtroom and the 3 hallways around the courtroom.

Please indicate any NON-APPLICABLE requirements/items identified in Judicial

Design(JC)

Standard Design Revision 2.1, Dated 28 June 2019 (SOO 1.01) DPW The contractor shall refer Attachment J-5

Please confirm Contractor’s proposal to include a detailed list of Building Materials and Quantities, as well as Equipment to be used in the execution of the Project per

Section 3.02 of the ‘Statement of Objectives’ Note how detailed must this List be in the Proposal phase (pre design) of the project? (SOO 3.02) DPW per the SOO, paragraph 3.02, "These items must be presented in a manner that a competent, qualified person can understand what materials, estimated quantities and equipment will be used during the execution phase of the project."

Would the Owner like to have an ‘Add Alternate’ for a new ‘Cool Roof’ or other to help benefit the new HVAC system requested as well as warranty the building roof for the next 15-20 years? (SOO 4.0) DPW No.

Please confirm what type of rendering is required per section 4.03 of the SOO at 65% submittal: Interior Courtroom? Exterior Building Entry view? Other? Mission Partner Just the interior Courtroom itself.

Energy (mechanical and lighting) calculations are required to be submitted per section 7.02.01 of the SOO and must be approved. Please confirm which percent submittal this is best submitted and reviewed at? DPW 65%.

104 Electrical: Does existing building have single or 3-phase lines? (SOO 4.03.03) DPW The facility has 3 phase power available.

Please confirm that Owner will provide an existing site water pressure report used towards the request to add an additional water line to the building for Fire sprinklers.

(SOO 4.08) DPW

The Gov't will not provide an existing site water pressure report used towards the request to add an additional water line to the building for Fire sprinklers. The

Contractor shall review the provided sketch showing where the fire sprinkler line water is planned to be sourced from.

Will the Fort Huachuca Fire Department require any Design Reviews? Noted about the Knox Box. Question pertains to building Identification, distances around building, Fire truck weight requirements on pavements, surfaces, etc. Any site new FD Valve connection needed? etc. (SOO 4.08) DPW

The Contractor shall review the provided information in the Fort Huachuca Fire

Department Requirements 07 May 2020 Updated.pdf. In regards to design reviews, the contractor will submit their 35%, 65%, & 100% designs to the contracting officer. The contracting officer will forward the design to DPW, who will then forward it to all other Gov't entities & organizations (this includes the

Fort Huachuca Fire Dept.). DPW will then receive & consolidate all comments.

Please provide a copy of the Fort Huachuca Energy Policy and the Army Energy and

Water Management Program to review per Section 7.01 of the SOO. DPW Item provided.

108 What is the billing schedule? Contracting Refer to FAR 52.232-5.

109 Will retention be withheld? If so, how much? Contracting

No, except for the final portion where the as-builting and other close out documents are required for full completion.

110 What is the anticipated pay schedule? How many days on invoicing? Contracting

The contractor is reminded of Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) and its' general rules.

111 What is the deck to deck height? DPW

The floor to ceiling height is to be determined on site by the contractor. This project modifies an existing facility to meet courtroom standards. The ceilings shall be as high as practical without modifying the structure.

112 When was the existing roof installed? (SOO 21.03) DPW 2006

113 Is there an identified security system needed in the building? Mission Partner

A security system is required and shall be in accordance with the JC Standard

Design audio-visual system requirements.

To what extent will the “detailed list of all building materials and estimated quantities” be required to be included for the bid? DPW per the SOO, paragraph 3.02, "These items must be presented in a manner that a competent, qualified person can understand what materials, estimated quantities and equipment will be used during the execution phase of the project."

115 When are the photos from the site visit going to be posted? Contracting When the Amendment with Answers for the Q&A are posted.

116 Is there a specified CAD program that will be required to use for design? DPW No.

Once the photgraphs are issued will the government please allow an additional RFI period. Our subcontractors need the photographs to properly issue RFI's. DPW No.

121 4.07.08 Please provide photographs of the existing Covered Pavilion #52122 DPW Photos are provided.

4.08.01 please clarify if the existing facility currently has an operational fire supression system. DPW No, the facility does not have an existing fire suppression system

4.08.02 If the current facility does not have a fire supression system please identify the new Point of connection, please include pipe size and pipe material. DPW

The contractor shall utilize the point of connection in the rear of the facility using the fire water that is part of the Thunder Mountain Village complex. The contractor shall utilize 12-inch diameter piping from the 8-inch fire water line.

4.08.02 Please provide Static Water Pressure, Residual Water Pressure and Flow

(GPM). DPW

Hydrant 521-2 information is provided. The contractor shall provide in their proposal additional onsite investigation if the provided informaiton is insufficient.

125 4.08.02 Please provide a desired location for the Fire Riser in the facility. DPW

The contractor shall choose the location after reviewing the attached Fire Dept.

standards. The location chosen shall be shown on the design plans. The fire riser shall be inside the facility to include the backflow preventor. The PIV and the FDC can be stand alone or on the exterior wall IAW the codes.

126 4.08.02 Please confirm a fire water booster pump is not required. DPW Confirmed. A fire booster pump is not required.

129 4.04 Please identify if a specific DDC controls system is required for this facility DPW

The Contractor shall provide and install a BACNET compatible DDC control system.

Please confirm the Statement of Objectives is the full scope of work and the Jucidical

Center Standard Design is only relevant to that which is noted in the Statement of

Objectives. DPW

Correct, the Judicial Center Standard Design is the standard design for a completely new building. As such, it contains more detailed information on the architectural elements & building systems. The SOO, draft floorplan, these

Q&A's, and other Fort Huachuca DPW prepared documents are DPW's approach to reasonably incorporate the elements in the standard design into the existing building. If the element/system is not addressed in the SOO, shown on the draft floorplan (Attachment J-1), or in these Q&A's, then you don't need to worry about it. If the element/system is addressed, then contractor shall meet the standard design unless specific aspects are waived or modified by the SOO, draft floorplan, or these Q&A's.

4.04 The Standard Design 3.11 (B) (5) sets the Relative Humidity at 50% please clarify if this is a goal or a requriement. DPW Confirm range of +/-10% for relative humidity of 50%.

4.04 The Standard Design 3.11 (B) (5) sets the Relative Humidity at 50% please confirm range of +/-10% is acceptable. DPW Confirm range of +/-10% for relative humidity of 50%.

The Standard Design has identified the Judges Bench, Recorders Box, and Witness

Stand to be ABA compliant please confirm ABA ramps are require to access these items DPW

The Court Recorder box and Witness Stand are okay being on the finished floor, The judges box needs to be at least 12" off the finished floor.

The Standard Design has called out for and ABA accessible Shower stall to be provided for the Judge, please confim this requirement as it is not shown on the concept design or indicated in the Statement of Objectives. DPW No shower is required for the Judge's Chambers for this project.

The Standard Design calls for minimum Celing Height in the Courtroom to be 16' to

20' however the exisiting facility has a deck height of 13' 6" not including the Bar

Joists please indicate acceptable ceiling height in the courtrom. DPW The ceiling shall be as high as practical without modifying the structure.

The StandardDesign calls for minimum Celing Height in the Lobby and Magistrate to be 12' however the exisiting facility has a deck height of 13' 6" not including the Bar

Joists please indicate acceptable ceiling height in the Lobby and Magistrate area. DPW The ceiling shall be as high as practical without modifying the structure.

Please provide a list of GFGI equipment as referenced on page 6 of 23, subsection 2.3 of the Standard Design Reference document. DPW

The Government Furnished Government Installed equipment will be worked after the contractor is complete with the project. Every room shall have a number of electrical outlets. The communications outlets shall be limited to not include the restrooms.

Provide a list of locations and quantities of any cabling required to support the GFGI

AV system equipment. DPW

70, with 2 in every single office, briefing space, SVC room, Clerk of Court, 14 in panel box, 4 in gallery rail behind each counsel table, judges bench (2), witness stand (1) and court reporter (2) (2 in gallery boxes) (2 in deliberation room) all 3 judges chambers and court reporter office.

The bid documents reference several duress alarm buttons. Are these to be connected to an existing system or new? DPW These shall be connected to a new system.

Please provide a count of telecommunication outlets required and confirm each location is to consiste of (2) CAT6 jacks. DPW

70, with 2 in every single office, briefing space, SVC room, Clerk of Court, 14 in panel box, 4 in gallery rail behind each counsel table, judges bench (2), witness stand (1) and court reporter (2) (2 in gallery boxes) (2 in deliberation room) all 3 judges chambers and court reporter office.

141 Is there an existing CCTV system to be expanded for this project? DPW There is no existing CCTV system in the building.

142 Please confirm all monitors are GFGI. DPW

All monitors are not GFGI. The Contractor shall provide the monitors required for the audio-visual package.

Please confirm if new telecommunications/data cabling is required throughout the entire building or just for the area to be remodeled. DPW

New telecommunications/data cabling is required throughout the entire building from the switch to the end point.

144 Is a Sound Masking System required for this project? DPW Sound masking system is not required for this project.

145 Is a new Access Control System required for this project? DPW Yes.

146 Provide a count of CATV outlets to be provided and where they are to terminate. DPW The contractor shall determine this item in their design.

Please confirm that all AV systems listed on page 18 of 23 of the Standard Design

Reference document are GFGI. DPW The contractor shall perform the audio-visual design and installation.

148 Please confirm how many LOC's are required for the FAMNS. DPW Two LOCs are required.

Please confirm if the new FAMNS control panel is to be Monaco and Monaco only, or if only the radio transmitter is to be Monaco. DPW

The new Fire alarm system panel is Monaco. The new Mass Notification System

(MNS) is wheel-lock based.

150 Please confirm if scrolling LED signs are required for this project. DPW

The contractor has two options: either scrolling or not scrolling. The preference is not scrolling.

151 Please indicate if FF&E is part of this project and if a budget has been determined. DPW

FF&E is not required for this project. A list of Gov't provided and installed FF&E is provided for informational purposes.

Please indicate if a FF&E Design will be required for this project or just the Standard

SID. DPW

FF&E is not required for this project. A list of Gov't provided and installed FF&E is provided for informational purposes.

153 Please indicate if an Audio Visual Design will be required for this project. DPW Yes.

SF 1442 page 3 and 4 Schedule of Prices please clarify what shall be entered into 0001 and 0001AA they appear to be the same. Please clarify what shall be entered into

0002 and 0002AA it appears as if you are requesting a price to report the manhours, please clarify these line items. Contracting

You can relatively ignore all of these lines they are for contracting purposes only and will not be evaluated when evaluating submissions.

SF 1442 page 6 of 40 paragrph F items 4-5 and SOO 3.02 and 3.03. We are unable to provide a definitive equipment, material, and labor hour list as the Design for this project has not been completed. Please clarify how we are to provide this information without a complete design. DPW The contractor shall provide an estimate for this requirement.

SOO Section 4.07.01, “Demo existing walls as indicated on the attached drawing.”

Please confirm the orange line walls specified in the provided proposed layout are the only walls to be demolished and re-constructed as sound deadening walls. DPW Yes.

1. SOO Section 4.07.02, “Construct new walls as shown on the included drawings. Some walls are needed to cover windows and views from the exterior.” DPW

Windows can remain as long as the wall/room meets the required STC rating.

The windows can be covered by blinds if & when necessary. The windows in the courtroom need to be covered.

158 2a. Please confirm the black lines in the provided proposed layout are new walls. DPW yes

159 2b. Please confirm all walls within the scope of work are all interior walls. DPW Yes, NOTE: one exterior doorway will need to be fill in withing Courtroom area

2c. Please identify which walls require the covering of the windows and views from the exterior. DPW

The windows within the courtroom proper are the only ones needed to be covered. Other windows may need to be covered in order for the room/wall to meet STC requirements.

SOO Section 4.07.08, “A covered Pavilion, Facility# 52122, needs corrective repair.”

Please provide photos of structural connections & items needing repair. DPW photos provided.

SOO Section 4.08, “Fire Suppression: Install a new fire sprinkler system for the entire building.” DPW Yes.

163 4a. Please confirm we are replacing 100% of the ceiling tiles and grid system. DPW

The contractor shall replace the ceiling tile & grid system in the courtroom. The courtroom shall utilize the higher graded/rated suspended ceiling tile. The rest of the facility can re-use existing ceiling tiles & grid.

164 4b. What is the current flow rate at the nearest fire hydrant? DPW

Hydrant 521-2 information is provided. The contractor shall provide in their proposal additional onsite investigation if the provided informaiton is insufficient.

4c. Please provide the latest utility drawings, to identify the fire main we can possibly tie into. DPW The Contractor shall review the answer to question #123.

1. SOO Section 4.12.03, “Replace all damaged or missing floor and wall tiles in the existing building.” DPW

The gov't and contractor shall meet towards the end of the project to identify the

10% that shall be replaced.

5a. Please confirm we are providing raised flooring per JC standard Design, Section

“B” #1. DPW

No raised floor needed, provided all A/V, telecom outlets are available in the member's box and within the gallery railing for counsel

5b. Identify damaged/missing floor and wall tiles in the existing building that need to be replaced. DPW

The gov't and contractor shall meet towards the end of the project to identify the

10% that shall be replaced.

169 5c. Please identify damaged/missing floor and walls tiles. DPW

The gov't and contractor shall meet towards the end of the project to identify the

10% that shall be replaced.

170 JC Standard Design Standards LEED checklist DPW The LEED checklist is not required.

171 6a. Confirm the design team is required to provide LEED credits DPW No. The design team is not required to provide LEED credits.

172 6b. Identify which LEED credits are required for the design team to achieve. DPW No LEED Credits are required.

6c. Please confirm design team to provide the following under JC Standard Design:

raised floor system (for equipment), raised platform for judge’s bench, a minimum of

16’ ceiling heights, public lobby, vestibule at each entrance, break room, lactation room, a remote witness room located 200 feet away from the court room, and a lobby. DPW

No raised floors are required

-Judge's bench shall be raised in accordance with attachment J-5

-Ceiling that are lower than those stated in the std. design shall be as high as practical without modifying the structure. Proposed ceiling heights shall be included with the 35% design.

-Rooms not shown on the draft plan (attachment J-1) shall not be constructed.

1. SOO section 3.02, Is there a particular format the Government would like the material/quantities & equipment shown, such as using Gordian estimating software? DPW Yes. Gordian estimating software is acceptable.

1. SOO Section 3.1, please confirm UFGS Specifications and Specs

Intact are required to be used for the project. DPW Yes.

2. SOO Section 4.04: SOO indicated to replace FCU; however, the existing plans do not depict any FCU’s. Should it be air handling unit

(AH-1 and RF-1)? DPW

Yes, the air handling unit (AH-1) and return fan (RF-1) shall be demolished and replaced.

3. SOO Section 4.04: SOO indicated to replace compressors; however, the existing plans do not depict compressors. Should it be chiller (WC-

1)? DPW

The existing air compressor (for the pneumatic controls) & the chiller shall both be demolished

4. SOO Section 4.04: In addition to replacing the boiler, should the pumps, expansion tank, or air separator be replaced? Should redundant boilers and/or pumps be provided? DPW

No. The pumps, expansion tank and air separator should not be replaced. No to providing and installing redundant boilers and pumps.

5. SOO Section 4.04.02 and 7.02.01: Please define energy efficient with a quantitative efficiency rating and types of chillers and boilers. DPW

The contractor shall utilize the 2014 Fort Huachuca Energy Policy and the Army

Energy and Water guidance as a starting point.

6. SOO Section 4.04.02: In addition to replacing the air-cooled chiller, should the pumps, expansion tank, or air separator be replaced? DPW No. The pumps, expansion tank and air separator do not need to be replaced.

7. SOO Section 4.04.02: Please confirm if all of the piping is to be replaced or just as required for the equipment. DPW

All chilled water & heating water piping in the mechanical room & mechanical yard shall be replaced.

8. SOO Section 4.04.02: Please indicate if only thermostats are required to be replaced or if it is a complete control system. DPW A complete HVAC control system is required.

9. SOO Section 4.04.02: Please provide as-built control drawings and preferred control vendor. The existing drawings depicts an air compressor and pneumatic controls. Does the building have pneumatic controls? DPW

Yes, the HVAC system currently has pneumatic controls. If the as-built controls drawings are/were not with the as-built drawings provided, then the Gov't does not have them.

10. SOO Section 4.04.02: Are vav boxes to be reused? Should they receive new controls? DPW

The VAV boxes may be reused or replaced. If they are reused, their controls shall be replaced.

11. SOO Section 4.04.02: Should the vav box coils be cleaned with the ductwork? DPW Yes.

12. SOO Section 4.04.02: Does the ductwork and vav boxes have access doors? DPW Yes.

13. SOO Section 4.04.02: Should the restroom exhaust fan (PV-1) be replaced. DPW Yes.

188 14. SOO Section 4.07.08: Does the pavilion have lighting or heating? DPW No.

189 15. Are there any ATFP requirements for the chiller enclosure? DPW No.

190 16. Are there any requirements for energy metering? DPW

No. The metering exists. No work for the contractor. Utility Sales Agreement requirement is waived for this project

195 Is a commissioning agent required on this project? (Project Objectives - 2.0) DPW Yes.

Could the government confirm if the asbestos and lead paint has been abated from previous construction projects in the building? (Attachment J-07) DPW

Yes, the asbestos and lead based paint has been previously abated. See test results provided.

197 What permits will be required for the project? (Project Objectives - 2.01) DPW

Yes. Digging permit for when digging (form attached). Hot Work permit for when work requires it (Fire Department controls form).