AFH-10003-6J_Questions_and_Answers.pdf

W912D0‐18‐Q‐0050 AFH‐10003‐6J Widen Main Entry B3566 Questions and Answers

27 August 2018

1. Scope of work items 3.b.b‐c,f requires framing in 3 existing openings (2 overhead doors and a man door). These are to be with 2x6 lumber, ½” CDX Plywood on the exterior and ½” AC plywood on the interior. The depth of the overhead doors are approximately 12”. Shall the framed in opening be flush on the interior or exterior side of the opening?

Frame flush with the exterior side of the opening.

2. Scope of work item 3.b requires the demolition of the existing overhead doors that appear to have aged paint. Has the paint been tested for lead content?

The paint on the overhead doors tested positive for lead. It can also be assumed that the paint on the personnel door to be removed contains lead. I will revise the scope of work to address this issue.

3. Minimal excavation will be required to place the footings in Attachment 3 – Exhibit A5.1. Is a dig permit required?

Excavations exceed six inches. A dig permit will be required.

4. During the site visit, the subgrade was discussed as suitable material to support the footings illustrated in Attachment 3 – Exhibit A5.1. What is the compaction requirement for the footing subgrade?

If existing subgrade is not disturbed this will not be an issue.

5. Scope of work item #4, states “Anything mentioned in the Scope of Work and not shown on the drawings, or shown on the drawings and not mentioned in the Scope of Work, shall be of like effect as if shown or mentioned in both. Attachment 3 – Exhibit A5.1 drawing note #5 Ramp/Stair Elevation illustrates all siding beneath the new canopy shall be replaced in locations of 2 windows. Will there be any windows framed in on this project?

No windows will be framed.

6. Scope of work item 3.e. describes the metal structure entry to be installed and it’s illustrated with Attachment 3 – Exhibit A5.1.

a. What are the finish requirements for the metal?

As on the building 3567 system the (exhibit A5.1) all of the metal framing will be factory primed and field painted. The “Grip Strut” decking and treads will be galvanized steel. The roofing, fascia and soffit will be prefinished. The soffit is to be white and the fascia and roofing will be reddish brown trim color as on building 3566.

b. What type of paint shall be used for the metal?

The paint type will be semi‐gloss alkyd enamel.

c. How many coats shall be applied?

Paint to cover. (See revised SOW)

7. Scope of work item 3.g. requires movement of a door alarm to the new door being installed. Is this alarm connected to a Intrusion detection system or is it a stand alone alarm?

It is a standalone alarm. All that is required is moving the alarm and lengthening the wire to allow it.