Bidder Inquiries Resolved 09Apr20 thru 04May20 (AM0002).pdf

UNCLASSIFIED\\FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Bid Inquiry Contractor Report All Inquiries Resolved Between 09-Apr-20 and 04-May-20

Project: NKAK153001-168 Unit Repl Airmen Dormitory, LRAFB Review: RFI Review - W9127S-20-R-6008 (00001) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 110 inquiries.

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8507414 General 52.211-10, 52.217-7

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

We do not believe that 540 days is enough time to design and build this project, especially considering that the bid options may be awarded up to 365 days after contract award. Would the COE consider allowing 720 days plus additional time for any options awarded after the original contract award?

On: Apr 13 2020.

Government Response. . Per the solicitation, note that "Fast-Tracking" is permitted. Also, per solicitation clause 52.217-7, the timeframe to exercise options will be reduced from 365 calendar days to 150 calendar days. The solicitation will be amended accordingly. The 540 day period-of-performance to remain unchanged. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8508811 Contracting Factor 2, 10.1.1

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

With the reduced amopunt of DoD contracting funds over the past years, projects of this magnitude have been few and far between. Is it possible to increase the time since a past project was completed to ten years?

On: Apr 13 2020.

Government Response. . The government takes no exception to this request and will amend the solicitation to allow offerors to submit projects that were completed within the past ten (10) years. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8511258 Contracting Section 00 72 00

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

Clause 52.217-7 Please clarify if the "365 calendar day" window for award applies to all Options. Application of this clause, as presented, to Options 1, 2, 5, 6 and 7 could cause significant schedule delays and substantial cost escalation for re-design, and alteration or deconstruction of work performed under Base Bid requirements.

On: Apr 14 2020.

Government Response. . Per solicitation clause 52.217-7, the timeframe to exercise options will be reduced from 365 calendar days to 150 calendar days. The solicitation will be amended accordingly. On:

Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8511290 General Solicitation

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

We respectfully request a minimum 3 week extension to the due date for this project.

On: Apr 14 2020.

Government Response. . Proposal due date to be extended in the solicitation amendment until 15-May- 2020. On: Apr 24 2020

Government Response. . The text below appends or clarifies ALL previous replies.

The due date will be extended to 19 May 2020. On: Apr 30 2020

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Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8511301 General Solicitation

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

Due to the current situation related to COVID-19, will electronic submittal of proposals be allowed?

On: Apr 14 2020.

Government Response. . Comply with the current hardcopy requirements. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8515269 General A-200

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

Per elevations on Sh. A-200 of the Base Bid and Options 1 and 2 drawings, no brick would be changed in the areas added by Option 1 and 2. Thus Options 6 and 7 in the CLIN Schedule would not apply to the project. Please verify.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Option 6 and Option 7 to have a value of $0 as no reduction in brick work of the areas added by option 1 and 2 will occur. This value of $0 needs to be added instead of N/A to avoid confusion with approval of the options down the line. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517349 General Proposal Due Date

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

A four week turnaround for a design-build proposal is an extremely tight turnaround, especially considering the current economic environment we're in. Would the USACE please provide a 3 week extension to the due date?

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Proposal due date to be extended in the solicitation amendment until 15-May- 2020. On: Apr 24 2020

Government Response. . The text below appends or clarifies ALL previous replies.

The due date for proposals will be extended to 19 May 2020. On: Apr 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517377 Structural Structural System

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

The RFP is consistently contradicting as it relates to the structural system (including exterior wall construction).

Would USACE confirm which system is required or confirm it is up to the DB Team to determine the most efficient system to meet the RFP and UFC requirements?

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . The DB team is to determine the most efficient system to meet the RFP and UFC requirements. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517391 Civil Design Standards & Codes

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

RFP Section 01 11 00.10, 4.2 Design Standards and Codes (page 84 of 887) requires compliance with a number of UFCs and design codes. Within the listing of applicable UFCs are ones that are cancelled (UFC 3-210-01A), replaced (UFC 3-220-03FA, UFC 3-210-05FA, UFC 3-220-01N, UFC 3-230-03A, UFC 3-230-04A, UFC 3-230-10A, UFC 3-230- 19N, UFC 3-240-07FA, UFC 3-250-18FA, UFC 4-010-02, UFC 3-430-05FA), inactive (UFC 3-230-06A) and incorrectly named (UFC 3-230-01). FAA AC150/5320-5C (Design and Maintenance of Airport Surface Systems) is cancelled and whose applicability to the project is suspect.

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Please confirm that we are only required to comply with the latest editions of active UFCs applicable to the dormitory project.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Successful Offeror shall comply with the latest editions of the active UFCs applicable to the Dormitory project. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517392 Civil Design Standards & Codes

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

RFP Section 01 11 00.10, 4.2 Design Standards and Codes (page 85 of 887) lists UFC 3-600-01, Change 2 (dated March 25, 2018).

Please confirm that UFC 3-600-01, Change 4 (dated February 7, 2020), as the latest edition, is to be utilized.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Successful Offeror shall comply with the latest editions of the active UFCs applicable to the Dormitory project. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517408 General Base Access Control Points

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 1.1.5 (page 67 of 887) please clarify how much time should be allocated for each construction delivery vehicle to pass through security.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . As with any federal installation, it can vary depending on time of day, amount and type of traffic at the gate, FPCON, manning, type of load, and whether the individual has a badge or is on an Entry Authorization List (EAL). Estimate as little as 5 minutes with a badge and no line to as much as 30 minutes if the entry has only a bill of lading and there is a long line. That said, access times can widely vary depending upon conditions at the time exceeding 30 minutes. Unforeseen issues can occur. On:

Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517412 Geotechnical Appendix A

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

Appendix A, Geotechnical Evaluation Report, Section 5.5.4. The three infiltration tests were advanced between 9" and 20" below ground level (BGL) in a cluster situated between Boreholes B-11 and B-12. Testing indicates excessively high infiltration rates varying between 25" to 44" per hour (typically experienced with a coarse sand or gravel). Boring B-11 indicates that fat clay (CH) is present to depth of 24" BGL. Boring B-12 indicates clayey sand (SC) to a depth of 42". The typical infiltration rate for CH and SC soils is on the order of 0.06"/hour to 0.15"/hour (Haan et al., 1994). NRCS Web Soil Survey indicates that site soils are of Hydrologic Soil Group (HSG) "D"; HSG "D" soils are consider soils with a very slow infiltration rate (i.e., less than 0.06"/hour, Part 630 Hydrology, National Engineering Handbook). There exists a magnitude of difference in the infiltration rates between standard/accepted/NRCS soil values and those presented within the RFP's Geotechnical Evaluation Report.

For bid equivalency please clarify whether bidder's proposals are to be based on the excessively high infiltration rates reported within the Geotechnical Evaluation Report.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . I generally agree with the comment. The percolation tests were done using a local practice and the depth of the percolation test holes (a set of 3 holes for one test) were very shallow (hand auger refusal). It's possible that a thin permeable layer exists above the generally highly impermeable Fat Clay (CH), slightly permeable Sandy Clay (CL) and moderately permeable Clayey Sand (SC). If the test results are used for a retention basin design, we need permeability tests at the bottom of the basin and this previous test should not be used. Rather, the bidder should consider low permeability numbers based on

Page 3 of 27ProjNet: Logged In User the presence of FAT CLAY (standard publications). I'd avoid using the single test result for design. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517415 Civil Parking

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 3.4.2.2 (page 78 of 887) states "POV parking spaces shall have minimum 9 ft x 18.5 ft dimensions in areas of curbs...". Section 01 11 00.10, 3.5.1.1 states "Drive aisles adjacent to parking spaces for this project site shall be a minimum of 24 feet wide." Drawing VF-101 and CS-101 indicate that approximately 40' is available to accommodate the parking stall length and drive aisle width. 42.5' is required to accommodate the parking stall length (18.5') and drive aisle width (min. 24').

The RFP site concept does not appear to accommodate the existing site restraints; please clarify what action is to be taken to resolve this issue.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will revise 01 11 00.10, 3.4.2.2 to indicate 9'x 18' POV parking spaces to accommodate existing site conditions; and revise 01 11 00.10, 3.5.1.1 to indicate minimum of 22 feet wide drive aisles to accommodate existing site conditions. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517419 Civil Topographic Survey

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

Drawing VF-101, General Note 1 states "Topographic survey performed 29 April 2019 by Halff + Marlar, North Little Rock, AR and Premier Engineering Corporation, Chandler, AZ." VF-101 does not appear to provide topography (i.e., contours, spot elevations).

Further to Section 01 11 00.10, 4.1.4 (page 81 of 887), for bid equivalency please provide a drawing that illustrates the aforementioned topographic data.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will add Appendix M to the RFP to include the existing topographic survey plan sheets (see attached).

https://www.projnet.org/projnet/binKornHome/index.cfm?

strKornCob=BicPublicFileDownload&strApp=&strPrevCob=BicCheckAllPending&strShown=2019-05- 01_168_RM_DORM-TOPO_SET.pdf&intView=1 On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517420 Civil Topographic Survey

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

Drawing VF-101, General Survey Plan does not appear to indicate manhole/structure parameters (i.e., top of structure, inverts, pipe sizes, etc.,).

Further to Section 01 11 00.10, 4.1.4 (page 81 of 887), for bid equivalency please provide a general survey drawing with sufficient detail upon which to base our bids.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will add topographic survey plan sheets to Appendix M of the RFP (see attached) https://www.projnet.org/projnet/binKornHome/index.cfm?

strKornCob=BicPublicFileDownload&strApp=&strPrevCob=BicCheckAllPending&strShown=2019-05- 01_168_RM_DORM-TOPO_SET1.pdf&intView=1 On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517422 Civil Limits of Demolition

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

Drawing CD-101 illustrates the demolition of asphalt, trees, shrubs and sand volleyball court/poles outside the "Limits of Demolition".

Please clarify the intent of the "Limits of Demolition" boundary.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will revise Drawing CD-101 to include all demo within "Limits of Demolition" On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517423 Civil Existing Water Main

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

Drawing CU-101 illustrates an existing water main routed through the proposed stormwater management area.

At what depth is the watermain buried? In order to ensure bid equivalency please clarify the extent of removal and indicate what entity is responsible for the cost of relocating this existing water main if insufficient cover remains after the proposed grading has been completed.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . It is up to the DB designer to locate any drainage basins and locate the waterline. However, I will replace the existing waterline on the east side of the new dorm buildings and bring it closer to the new dorms and out of the potential location for the drainage basin to ensure bid equivalency (see attached redlined plan sheet).

https://www.projnet.org/projnet/binKornHome/index.cfm?

strKornCob=BicPublicFileDownload&strApp=&strPrevCob=BicCheckAllPending&strShown=CU- 101_waterline_redline.pdf&intView=1 On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517426 Civil Asphalt Paving

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 4.4.2 Pavement (page 87 of 887) states "The new asphalt concrete paving adjacent to new curb and gutter locations in the parking lot shall match the existing parking lot pavement thicknesses with concrete curbs as shown on the RFP site plans."

Please provide the existing parking lot section dimensional properties. If the existing parking lot section dimensional properties are not available then please confirm that the provisions of the RFP Geotechnical Evaluation Report, Section 6.8 Parking and Driveways (page 522 of 887) dictate the requisite pavement section.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will revise Section 01 11 00.10, 4.4.2 to specify 5" AC over 9" crushed aggregate. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517427 Civil Asphalt Paving

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 4.4.2 Pavement (page 87 of 887) states "The new asphalt concrete pavement for the fire truck access turn-out shall conform to LRAFB minimum pavement thickness and AHTD specifications (2-inch HMA surface course, 3-inch HMA binder course, over 9 inch class 7 crushed aggregate base course."

The RFP Geotechnical Evaluation Report, Section 6.8 (page 522 of 887) indicates that this 5" AC/9" ABC pavement section is intended for 'Parking and Driveways'; please confirm that the pavement section indicated within 01 11 00.10, 4.4.2 is to be utilized.

On: Apr 16 2020.

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Government Response. . The pavement section specified in Section 01 11 00.10, 4.4.2, second paragraph governs On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517430 Civil Concrete

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

UFC 3-201-01, 4-1.4 states "The minimum flexural strength for portland cement concrete pavements at 28 days is 650 psi (4.48 MPa)."

Geotechnical Evaluation Report Section 6.8 (page 522 of 887) states "For PCCP, the concrete layers should have a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 3,000 pounds per square inch (psi), and be placed with a maximum slump of four inches."

A concrete with a compressive strength of 3,000 psi will only yield a tensile strength of approximately 410 psi and will not therefore comply with UFC 3-201-01 requirements.

Please clarify whether the UFC or RFP requirement governs.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . The more onerous requirement shall apply. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517431 Civil Stormwater Detention

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.2 (page 90 of 887) states "On site stormwater detention may be required if the existing infrastructure does not have the capacity to handle any increased flow from this project."

Please clarify whether the existing LRAFB stormwater management system has the capacity to handle any increased flow thereby negating the requirement for onsite quantitative controls.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will rewrite Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.2 to indicate retention or detention will be required so that post development flows into the existing system will not be greater than pre-development flows off site. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517433 Civil Roof Downspout Collection Lines

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4 c. (page 90 of 887) states "Pipe sizing: 12-inch minimum for main lines and 6-inch minimum for roof drain lines." Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4 a. requires RCP to comply with ASTM C76. ASTM C76 RCP does not appear to be offered in 6" size.

Can HDPE (e.g., ADS N-12) or PVC (e.g., SDR-35 PVC) be utilized for roof downspout collection lines?

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will rewrite Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4.c of the specifications to indicate 18" minimum for main lines and reference UFC 3-201-01 for roof drains. Roof drain pipes shall be SDR 26 PVC. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8517436 Civil Storm Sewer System Calculations

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

UFC 3-201-01, Section 3-1.1 states "The TR-55 curve number methodology is approved and recommend for LID calculations required by UFC 3-210-10." RFP Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4 n. (page 91 of 887) states "Use "Rational Method" for designing storm sewer system."

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Please clarify if TR-55 Methodology can be utilized in accordance with UFC 3-201-01 for LID and storm sewer system calculations.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . UFC 3-201-01 mandates the use of Rational Method for drainage areas smaller than 200 acres for calculating time of concentration. Will revise Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4.n to allow the use of TR 55 On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517441 Civil Stormwater Management System Design

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

UFC 3-201-01, Section 3-5.1 j. states "The hydraulic grade line for the storm sewer system must not exceed the pipe crown elevation unless the outfall is submerged." RFP Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4 o. (page 91 of 887) states "Pipe capacity to be designed as 75 percent full flow."

Please clarify whether the UFC or Solicitation dictates stormwater management system design.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will modify Section 01 11 00.10, 4.8.4.o of the specifications to refer to UFC 3-201-01 On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517444 Civil Environmntal Impact Analysis

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 15.1.1 (page 208 of 887), please provide the NEPA Environmental Impact Analysis.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Will be provided with the solicitation amendment. On: Apr 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8517449 Civil Erosion Control

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 15.4.1.6 (page 209 of 887) stipulates the use of Turf Reinforcement Mats (TRM). TRMs are long-term erosion control features that are intended to establish vegetation in areas that will potentially experience high shear forces (not anticipated on this project).

The use of erosion control blankets (ECB) in accordance with ADEQ standards would be a more cost effective and standardized means to prevent soil erosion at the project site. Can ECBs be utilized in lieu of TRMs?

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Please propose in strict accordance with the RFP documents, the successful Offeror may submit substitutions for consideration after contract award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8517453 Civil Erosion Control

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

Section 01 11 00,10, 15.4.1.6 (page 209 of 887) stipulates the use of Erosion Control Compost (ECC) for areas that will not receive landscaping or specified turf or paving. The only area remaining under this directive is the building area as the site is either turfed or paved.

We do not anticipate the requirement for temporary stabilization measures within the building footprint due to work frequency. We would not recommend the use of ECC in the direct vicinity of the building due to the potential to attract/harbor termites.

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Please confirm that implementing erosion and sediment control measures in accordance with Federal and ADEQ standards is sufficient.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Please propose in strict accordance with the RFP documents, the successful Offeror may submit substitutions for consideration after contract award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8517455 Civil Temporary Erioson Control

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 15.4.1.11 (page 210 of 887) with regard to the removal of temporary erosion and sediment controls states "The contracting officer will determine when final stabilization has been accomplished and authorize removal of temporary controls the submittal of the NOT."

The sentence is not clear. Following Contracting Officer approval of final stabilization please confirm that submission of the NOT can be accomplished in accordance with ADEQ standards.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . The submission of the NOT cannot be completed until the Contracting Officer has approved of the final stabilization and authorized the removal of the temporary controls. On: Apr 24

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8517457 Civil Erosion Control

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

Section 01 11 00.10, 15.4 (page 208 of 887). General Inquiry: Is the use of anionic PAM permitted for erosion, sediment and dust control?

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Submit Anionic Polyacrylamide (PAM) with SWPPP for approval. On: Apr 24

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517488 Civil Utility Line Crossing

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

Section 01 14 00.00, 1.7.2 Street Closures and Traffic Safety (page 221 of 887) states "Street closures for utility line crossings will not be permitted. Any street crossing shall use trenchless technologies."

Drawing CU-101 stipulates a utility line (water) crossing of the roadway serving the parking lot north of Leadership Drive; please clarify whether an open-cut install method can be employed at this location.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . Please propose in strict accordance with the RFP documents, the successful Offeror may submit substitutions for consideration after contract award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8517489 Civil Utility Easements

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

LRAFB Architectural Compatibility Guidelines (page 650 of 887) states "Trees must not be planted in utility easements."

Please clarify what effective utility easement width should be utilized for the different utilities proposed at the site.

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . 10 feet (5' each side of utility line). On: Apr 24 2020

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8517492 Civil Stormwater Management

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

Drawing CG-101, please clarify stormwater end-of-pipe (at stormwater management area) and security grating requirements (if any).

On: Apr 16 2020.

Government Response. . No security grating requirements at end of pipe. Just Flared end sections per LRAFB requirements. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8518884 Contracting Section 00 22

7.2 Related

Evaluation Factors

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

The table in Section 7.2 lists that Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) are to be submitted in Volume 1: Tab C - Required Pre-Award Information. Please confirm that this is incorrect and PPQs should only be included in Volume 2:

Tab 2 - Past Performance.

On: Apr 17 2020.

Government Response. . Include the PPQ in Volume 2 only. The solicitation will be amended accordingly. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8518894 Contracting Section 00 22

9.0 Factor 1 9.1 Submission Requirements

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

Section 9.1 requires submission of projects completed by the Prime Contractor. Please confirm that, if submitting as a joint venture, a project completed by either JV partner will meet this requirement.

On: Apr 17 2020.

Government Response. . Confirmed. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8518903 Contracting Section 00 22

12.0 Factor 4 12.1.1 Submission Requirements

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

Please confirm that the drawings and wall sections required in Factor 4, Subfactor 1 will not be included in the overall 46 page limit for Volume 2.

On: Apr 17 2020.

Government Response. . The page count includes drawings and wall sections. The Government is not looking for a full design for this factor. We need a notional indication of what the design intent is. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8519870 General N/A N/A N/A

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

Factor 2, Past Performance: If a project does not have a CPARS to accompany it and we have a PPQ in same format as that provided in the Solicitation, can we use PPQ on file in lieu of requesting yet another PPQ from our client(s)?

On: Apr 17 2020.

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Government Response. . Yes On: Apr 24 2020

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8521510 Contracting Section 00 22 00 Supplementary

Instructions 4.0 Preparing Proposals 4.2

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

Reference Source Selection Section 00 22 00 Supplementary Instructions 4.0 Preparing Proposals 4.2 Who May Submit. My question is "Can a Small Business Firm create a Joint Venture entity with a Large Business Firm (SBA size standard exceeding $39.5 Million) and submit a proposal for this soliciation resulting in the Joint Venture entity being evaluated and considered for contract award."

On: Apr 19 2020.

Government Response. . Please not that this is a small business set-aside and all offerors are required to meet the criteria of being a small business to be considered for award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8522972 Contracting Volume 2 - Factor 1 & Factor 2

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

The performance period in Factor 1 goes back 5 years, while the performance in Factor 2 goes back 7 years.

Would the Government please extend the performance period in Factor 1 to match the 7 years provided in Factor 2?

On: Apr 20 2020.

Government Response. . The government takes no exception to this request and will amend the solicitation to allow offerors to submit projects that were completed within the past ten (10) years for both Factors 1 and 2. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8524407 Contracting Solicitation

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

In light of the 365 days to award an option and the current market we do not feel that 540 days is sufficient time to design and build this project. We request a POP of 660 days.

On: Apr 20 2020.

Government Response. . Per the solicitation, note that "Fast-Tracking" is permitted. Also, per solicitation clause 52.217-7, the timeframe to exercise options will be reduced from 365 calendar days to 150 calendar days. The solicitation will be amended accordingly. The 540 day period-of-performance to remain unchanged. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8524428 Contracting Solicitation

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

In light of the current virus situation, we respectfully request at least a 3 week extension on the date to submit a proposal

On: Apr 20 2020.

Government Response. . Proposal due date to be extended in the solicitation amendment until 15-May- 2020. On: Apr 24 2020

Government Response. . The text below appends or clarifies ALL previous replies.

The due date for proposals will be extended to 19 May 2020. On: Apr 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8526001 Civil 01 11 00.10

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1. Accommodation of fire truck access is shown north and south of the proposed dorms. The provided site plans do not provide any additional guidance on fire access lanes to the east and west of the buildings. Per the RFP guidance in Paragraph 3.5.2.1 of 01 11 00.10, 20' wide fire access lanes should be provided. Please confirm that we need to provide fire lanes east and west of the buildings meeting the requirements specified in the above-stated paragraph, as well as fire access into the courtyard between buildings.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . Please propose in strict accordance with the RFP documents, the successful Offeror may submit substitutions for consideration after contract award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526002 Civil CS-101

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

2. In the RFP site drawings (CS-101 in base bid and options), a reference is made to "Provide 25' x 20' Gazebo Pad". Is there a specific pad thickness to utilize, or is guidance provided for sidewalk pavement sufficient? Also, the SOW does not specify a gazebo. Please verify that a gazebo is not included with this project, or if included please provide additional information.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . Please propose in strict accordance with the RFP documents, the successful Offeror may submit substitutions for consideration after contract award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526006 Civil CS-101

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

The site plans show locations of proposed trees and limits of turf sodding. Please verify that no additional landscaping is required.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . Please propose in strict accordance with the RFP documents, the successful Offeror may submit substitutions for consideration after contract award. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526008 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

Paragraph 5.1.2 of 01 11 00.10 notes that the scope includes "steel reinforced concrete special foundations". Please define "special foundations".

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . The phrase "steel reinforced concrete special foundations" should read "steel reinforced concrete foundations." On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526011 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

Paragraph 1.10.1 indicates that the "... building shall be provided with a level of protection of 'Low'." The most current version of UFC 4-010-01 dated 12 December 2018 provides "measures where no identified threat or level of protection has been determined" and does "not establish Design Basis Threat or Level of Protection for DoD buildings". Please see paragraphs 1-2 and 1-11 respectively of referenced UFC.

Please confirm that UFC 4-010-01 dated 12 December 2018 is applicable and references to "Level of Protection" and "Low" do not apply to this project.

On: Apr 21 2020.

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Government Response. . UFC 4-010-01 12 December 2018 is applicable to this project. Paragraph

1.10.1 was developed prior to release of the current version of UFC 4-010-01 and references to level of protection shall be considered for reference only. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526022 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

Paragraph 3.2.1 of 01 11 00.00 requires removable vehicle barriers. This verbiage appears to be related to a superseded UFC. UFC 4-010-01 dated 12 December 2018. Please see STANDARD 3. DRIVE-UP/DROP-OFF AREAS and STANDARD 4. ACCESS ROADS of the current UFC which both state "This standard has been removed and no longer applies." The UFC no longer requires moveable barriers at access drives for emergency vehicles.

Please confirm that the most current version of the UFC is applicable and that movable barriers are not required.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . The requirement that movable barriers (if required) have the capability to be moved by one person is a LRAFB requirement. Force Protection shall be in accordance with the current version of UFC 4-010-01 (12 December 2018). On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526032 Structural Geotech Report

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

Paragraph 5.4.4 Ground Motion discusses mapped ground accelerations and uses these to conclude the seismic site class is "C". Seismic site class should be determined based upon the site-specific soils/geology and not mapped accelerations. Please confirm seismic site class is determined and reported accurately as "C".

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . The determination of the Site Coefficient (FPGA) is dependent on the Site Class, hence the reference to Site Class C. The Site Class is discussed in Paragraph 6.10. On: Apr 24

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526038 Mechanical 01 11 00.10

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

Section 01 11 00.10 Paragraph 10.5.2 indicates to locate make-up air units in the mechanical rooms. However, Paragraph 10.3.4 indicates to locate DOAS / energy recovery units in the attic space. Please verify that it is acceptable to locate all make-up air DOAS units in the attic space, due to limited allotted mechanical room space.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . The proposed interpretation to allow, at the discretion of the design/build team, locating all make-up air and DOAS units in the mezzanine is acceptable. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526041 Mechanical 01 11 00.10

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

Section 01 11 00.10 Paragraph 10.13 indicates to provide a life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) for HVAC system alternatives. This paragraph also forbids the use of DX based equipment as an alternative, which eliminates most alternatives from consideration the analysis, such as packaged units, split systems, etc. Further, the RFP clearly defines the system type to be utilized, which precludes the need for an LCCA. Please verify if the LCCA is required.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . The system type described in the RFP is the anticipated best fit. However, the final design direction (for system type) needs to be verified by LCCA. Other alternative system types exist besides DX. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526046 Mechanical 01 11 00.10

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

With the preferred HVAC system type (Air cooled chiller, boiler, fan coils) it may prove difficult to obtain a 30% energy savings over the ASHRAE 90.1-2013/IECC baseline without utilizing on-site energy generating systems such as solar photovoltaic power. Since these systems are typically not life cycle cost effective in this region, the maximum energy savings that is life-cycle cost effective is typically acceptable on Government projects in lieu of the 30% requirement. Please verify if this is acceptable on this project, or if the contractor will be expected to provide on-site power generation to meet the 30% requirement.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . We concur with the proposed interpretation of the RFP requirements, which are stated as part of the "Air Force Sustainability Score Sheet" (included in the RFP) as follows: "Reduce energy use 30% below ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2013 or IECC, or if not - achieve maximum energy efficiency that is Lifecycle cost effective" On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8526048 Mechanical 01 11 00.10

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

The RFP requires that ventilation air be delivered to each living space/bedroom. Please verify if this air should be delivered directly to the space via a supply air grille, or if it can be ducted to the fan coil serving the space.

On: Apr 21 2020.

Government Response. . The RFP does reference air devices associated with the dorm module DOAS system. However, the delivery method for outdoor air to the space(s) (either by room direct or to the associated FCU) can be at the discretion of the design build team, provided that all space condition requirements are met. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8529055 Specifications N/A N/A Section 00 22 00 - Supplementary

Instructions

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

Will the Government permit projects performed by a sister company to be used as experience and past performance for this solicitation?

On: Apr 22 2020.

Government Response. . In order for a sister company's experience to be considered, the sister company must be directly and actively involved in completion of the subject requirement. The proposal must clearly describe the sister company's involvement & role in the completion of the requirement. On: Apr 24

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8529215 Architectural Solicitation

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

Guidelines seem to call for all units to meet ADA. Please confirm if this will be required

On: Apr 22 2020.

Government Response. . The units/modules in this project are not required to conform to accessibility standards in accordance with the ABA as they are deemed suitable for "able-bodied" airmen.

The commons area, including public restrooms, will be required to follow ABA requirements. On: Apr 24

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8529228 Civil Solicitation

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It appears that a full complete soils report is not included in the solicitation. Will one be furnished or do we need to contract for one?

On: Apr 22 2020.

Government Response. . The government will not provide additional soils reports and the contractor is responsible for any additional geotechnical investigation the contractor requires to complete the design. On:

Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532213 General Solicitation

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

Since we are limited to 6 double sided pages for resumes, if needed, can we place 2 resumes on one side of a page

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . Nine (9) personnel resumes (as a minimum) are requested in Factor 1 which would be less than six (6) double sided pages for 1-page resumes per the solicitation requirements. That said, provided all information requested for the resumes is included and it complies with Section 4.7.1 "Size of Printed Materials" as well as all other provisions of the solicitation, the Government has no objection to this request. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532531 Contracting 00 22 10

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

Factor 2 - Past Performance notes the use of PPQ's for projects that do not have CPARS ratings. It appears that GOV. is requesting that these be filled out and sent directly to the GOV, can previously compelted PPQ's be used and submitted with the proposal. This reduces the burden of having past clients continusly fill out PPQ forms.

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . Yes On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532534 Contracting 00 22 10

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

Factor 2 - Past Performance notes the the government will query CPARS to validate past performance. Does the government want the offeror to submit CPARS evaluations as part of this factor?

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . You can optionally include within the page count limitations of Factor 2 but it is not necessary to include. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532540 General 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 11 00.10, 4.2 and similar sections for other disciplines, indicate that the latest edition of the UFC documents are to be followed and confirms that the latest edition is to be the version issued prior to the date of the RFP (taken to be 09 April 2020). This requirement would indicate that UFC 1-200-01, dated 03 October 2019, would be in effect for this project, enforcing the UFC and IBC versions referenced by that document. However, there are multiple references to UFC, Code and Standards documents in this RFP that reference previous editions of UFC, Standard and Code documents that what is required by UFC 1-200-01 and this RFP. Please confirm that the DB Contractor is to follow the editions of the UFCs, Codes and Standards published prior to 09 April 2020 and that this directive supersedes any and all specific reference to publication dates listed in this RFP.

On: Apr 23 2020.

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Government Response. . 01 11 00.10 - 1.2.1 states "Applicable design and construction criteria is specifically indicated, but not limited to that mentioned in this Section. Criteria shall be taken from the most current references as of the date of issue of the RFP, unless noted otherwise. Referenced codes and standards are minimum acceptable criteria. On: Apr 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532545 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 11 00.10 5.6 notes the sound attenuation requirements, but Part 6, Structural Design, does not indicate that there is a vibration performance requirement for the floor system. Please confirm that the floor design is to consider sound attenuation but is not required to comply with any standards for floor vibration in a residential space.

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . Floor design shall comply with vibration serviceability requirements given in IBC 2015, UFC 3-301-01, and other referenced codes for the floor framing material selected. Building design shall also comply with UFC 3-450-01. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532548 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 11 00.10, 6.2.3 and 6.2.4, indicate values for wind and seismic design that are based on the previous version of UFC 3-301-01. Please confirm that the design is to be based on the design values in the current version of UFC 3-301-01, which was issued prior to the publication of this RFP.

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . Confirmed. The RFP was written before the current version of UFC 3-301-01 was released. The wind speed criteria and seismic spectral response acceleration criteria given in the latest version of UFC 3-301-01 (1 October 2019) shall be used in conjunction with the appropriate versions of IBC (2018) and ASCE 7 (2016). On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532559 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 11 00.10, 6.2.5 indicates that the Seismic Design Category is to be confirmed by the Contractor's Structural Engineer. Sections 8.2.1, 9.2.7 and 10.2.8 note that the seismic bracing is to accommodate Seismic Design Category D. Please confirm that these sections will be changed to accommodate the Seismic Design Category as defined in section 6.2.5 (Contractor's Structural Engineer).

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . Seismic bracing shall be designed in accordance with the design criteria defined in Section 6.2.5 with Soil Site Class and Seismic Design Category verified by the contractor's geotechnical/structural engineer. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532562 Structural 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 11 00.10, 6.3.2.1 provides floor flatness and levelness criteria. The floor flatness (FL) number does not apply to elevated slabs due to the camber inherent in the floor framing. Please confirm that the FL number requirements will be deleted on the elevated decks, so the criterion is consistent with Industry requirements.

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . Confirmed, floor flatness does not apply to elevated decks. On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532567 Plumbing 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 11 00.10, 8.2.1, indicates that the plumbing system is to be designed for Risk Category IV. Please confirm this requirement will be changed to Risk Category II, so it is consistent with the balance of the project design requirements.

On: Apr 23 2020.

Government Response. . In order to match and meet section 6.2.5 "Seismic Loads" in the RFP, 8.2.1 should read: "...shall be designed for Seismic Risk Category II, Seismic Design Category C and Site Classification C." On: Apr 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8532572 General 01 11 00.10

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

RFP section 01 33 16.00 10, 3.5.1 describes Design Configuration Management requirements, which are appropriate for the design phase of fully design projects. Please delete this requirement for this design-build project as it is an onerous and not beneficial requirement to track all changes from the interim submittal through the final submittal.