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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT
Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.
15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)
30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30
APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84
STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA
FAR (48 CFR) 53.243
The purpose of this amendment is to:
1. Revise and reissue draw ings
2. Revise specs
3. Provide responses to RFIs
4. Extend the bid opening to 18 Sept 2019 at 2PM EST NOTE: Bidders must acknow ledge receipt of this amendment by date specif ied in the bid (or as amended) by one of the follow ing methods:
In the space provided on the SF 1442, by separate letter, or by signing block 15 below . FAILURE TO ACKNOWLEDGE AMENDMENT BY DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR BID IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LATE BID, LATE MODIFICATION OF BID, OR LATE
WITHDRAWAL OF BID (FAR 14.304).
1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES
J 1 13
16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)
16C. DATE SIGNED
BY
16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR
(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)
8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W912DS19B0017
X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)
12-Aug-2019
10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)
9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.
11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS
X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.
Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:
(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;
or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN
REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.
12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)
13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.
IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.
A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE
CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.
B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).
C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:
D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)
E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.
14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)
10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.
U0003
2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)
6. ISSUED BY
3. EFFECTIVE DATE
13-Sep-2019
CODE
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, NEW YORK
26 FEDERAL PLAZA, RM 16-300
NEW YORK NY 10278-0090
W912DS 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)
4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.
CODE
See Item 6
FACILITY CODECODE
EMAIL:TEL:
W912DS19B0017
SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE (SF 30)
The following have been added by full text:
AMENDMENT 3
B110 Repair Facility Deficiencies to Current Codes and Standards, Watervliet, NY
W912DS-19-B-0017
Amendment No. 3
To Bidders The purpose of this amendment is to make the following changes to the solicitation and provide the reponses to the bidder inquiry questions.
DRAWINGS
1. The following DRAWINGS have been REVISED and REISSUED:
a. (DELETE) drawing sheet A-102, dated 31JUL2019, and SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE sheet A-102 dated 12SEPT2019.
b. (DELETE) drawing sheet A-103, dated 31JUL2019, and SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE sheet A-103 dated 12SEPT2019.
c. (DELETE) drawing sheet A-204, dated 31JUL2019, and SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE sheet A-204 dated 12SEPT2019.
d. (DELETE) drawing sheet A-401, dated 31JUL2019, and SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE sheet A-401 dated 12SEPT2019.
2. The following DRAWINGS have been ADDED:
None
3. The following DRAWINGS have been DELETED:
None
4. The following DRAWINGS have been REVISED but NOT REISSUED:
a. (DELETE) the following paragraph from each sheet and referenced key note, “for fixture noted, provide two (2) emergency control devices (iota ets-3 or equal by wattstopper, bodine). circuit fixtures to both normal power panelboard hp-s and emergency panelboard hp-em-s. wire emergency control devices per manufacturer's instructions to achieve the following control:
fixture shall dim (0-10v dc) on normal power (see typical daylighting control wiring diagram) and shall come to full brightness from the emergency panelboard if normal power is lost. mount emergency control devices in separate junction boxes adjacent to light fixture. provide warning label on fixture indicating both connected power sources.”
And SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE, “for fixture noted, provide one (1) emergency control devices (iota ets-3 or equal by wattstopper, bodine). circuit fixtures to both normal power panelboard hp-s and emergency panelboard hp-em-s. wire emergency control device per manufacturer's instructions to achieve the following control: fixture shall dim (0-10v dc) on normal power (see typical daylighting control wiring diagram) and shall come to full brightness from the emergency panelboard if normal power is lost. mount emergency control device in separate junction boxes adjacent to light fixture.
provide warning label on fixture indicating both connected power sources.”
As indicated:
-E-101 Key note 2 -E-102 Key note 5 -E-103 Key note 3 -E-104 Key note 2 -E-105 Key note 1 -E-106 Key note 1 -E-107 Key note 4 -E-109 Key note 2 -E-110 Key note 2 -E-111 Key note 2 -E-112 Key note 1
b. (DELETE) the following entry from sheet E-601, dated 31JUL2019, lighting fixture schedule at column Lumens and row D8, “12,600,” and SUBSTITUTE
THEREFORE, “21,000.”
c. (DELETE) the following language from sheet a-402, dated 31jul2019, details a4 and c4, “15" x 18" x 54" tall powder coated steel lockers,” and SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE, “15" x 18" x 54" tall powder coated steel lockers or approved equal.”
SPECIFICATIONS:
1. The following SPECIFICATION SECTIONS have been ADDED and are provided in their entirety herein:
a. (ADD) specification section 07 84 00, dated 06 SEPT 2019
b. (ADD) specification section 21 13 13.00 10, dated 06 SEPT 2019
c. (ADD) specification section 21 13 18.00 10, dated 06 SEPT 2019
d. (ADD) specification section 21 30 00, dated 06 SEPT 2019
e. (ADD) specification section 23 22 23.00 10, dated 06 SEPT 2019
2. The following SPECIFICATIONS SECTIONS have been DELETED in their entirety:
a. (DELETE) specification section 21 13 00, dated 31 JUL 2019
3. The following SPECIFICATION SECTIONS have been REVISED but REISSUED (revisions are shown in red text):
a. (DELETE) table 1 and table 2 in specifications section 23 07 00, dated 31 JUL 2019 and (SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE), table 1 and table 2 in specifications section 23 07 00, dated 06 SEPT 2019.
4. The following SPECIFICATION SECTIONS have been REVISED but NOT REISSUED:
a. (DELETE) the following language from specification section 01 11 00 paragraph 1.4a, dated 31JUL2019, “365,” and substitute therefore “540.”
b. (ADD) the following language to specification section 08 11 13 paragraph 1.1 dated 31JUL 2019, “Unified Facilities Criteria – UFC 4-01-01 dated 12 December 2018.”
c. (ADD) the following language to specification section 08 51 13 paragraph 1.1 dated 31JUL 2019, “Unified Facilities Criteria – UFC 4-01-01 dated 12 December 2018.”
d. (DELETE) the following language from specification section 10 21 13, dated
31JUL2019:
i. Paragraph 1.6, “Metal.”
ii. Paragraph 2.3, “Fabricate partition panels and doors not less than 1 inch thick with face sheets not less than 0.0396 inch thick.”
iii. Paragraph 2.4, “Pilasters shall be not less than 1-1/4 inch thick with face sheets not less than 0.0393 inch thick.”
iv. Paragraph 3.2 in its entirety
v. Paragraph 3.3d, “metal.”
vi. Paragraph 3.6, “Baked enamel finish shall be touched up with the same color of paint that was used for the finish.”
e. (ADD) the following language to specification section 23 22 26 paragraphs 2.1.1 and
2.1.2.1 dated 31JUL2019 , “electric-resistance welded.”
f. (DELETE) the follow language from specification section 28 31 64.00 10, paragraph 3.4c, dated 31 JUL 2019, “The training period for systems operation shall consist of 1 training days (8 hours per day) and shall start after the system is functionally completed but prior to final acceptance tests,” and (SUBSTITUTE THEREFORE), “The training period for systems operation shall consist of four training days (2 hours per session) and shall start after the system is functionally completed but prior to final acceptance tests. Sessions shall be not more frequent than once per week to accommodate fire department personnel.”
g. (CHANGE) Specification 10 21 13 - "Toilet Compartments" para. 1.6 delete "metal".
para. 2.3 delete "Fabricate partition panels and doors not less than 1 inch thick with face sheets not less than 0.0396 inch thick."
para. 2.4 delete "Pilasters shall be not less than 1-1/4 inch thick with face sheets not less than 0.0393 inch thick."
para. 3.2 delete in entirety.
para. 3.3.d delete "metal".
para. 3.6 delete "Baked enamel finish shall be touched up with the same color of paint that was used for the finish.”
h. Change spec.section 01 11 00 pg.1 para 1.4a to state 540 days
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS:
The following questions and answers are provided for information only. Nothing contained below amends or revises any provision of the solicitation.
This is for the bidder’s reference only, and is not to be considered as a part of the Contract Documents. Contract award will be based on what is contained in the printed Plans and Specifications in a hard copy format or Electronic Bid Set if provided and as posted in the
FBO.
Q1: Is it permissible to substitute an as equal addressable pre-action releasing panel to the noted/specified addressable kiddie pre action releasing panel?
A1: An approved equal addressable pre-action releasing panel is acceptable. This panel shall meet all requirements of the contract specifications
Q2: Page A-103 has a cross section that referenced detail 3 on page SK-1 but this drawing is not included in the bid set. Do you have this drawing available?
A2: 3/SK-1 is a mislabel. Refer to FP-403 and FP-404 for building cross sections.
Q3: We saw that the project is scheduled for 13 phases. Will these phases be back to back, meaning we can go from one phase directly into the next? Or will there be down time between phases, meaning we will not have any work and no man-power presence on site?
A3: No down time between phases
Q4: It was stated that plant operations will not stop during construction. Does this mean plant crane activity and men on the ground will be working simultaneously in our work area?
A4: Refer to specification section 01 14 00 "Work Restrictions" paragraph 1.2.a.
also see paragraph 1.3.2 for 2nd shift timeframe.
Q5: What would be the safety protocol when working above/in the same area as plant personal and crane activity?
A5: see specification section 01 35 26 "governmental safety requirements" for references applicable to the given Situation, also see paragraph 1.3.2 "working hours" for second shift timeframe
Q6: Is the Fire Protection Scope of work to be done during normal working hours or off hours?
A6: Refer to specification section 01 14 00 "Work Restrictions" paragraph 1.2.a.
also see paragraph 1.3.2 for 2nd shift timeframe.
Q7: Specification 10 21 13 - "Toilet Compartments" calls out Metal Compartments in Sections
1.6 / 2.1 / 3.2 but also calls out Solid Phenolic in Sections 2.3.1 / 2.3.2 / 2.7.2..material thicknesses given are for Metal - Phenolic std. is ½" Panels & ¾" Doors/Pilasters - Please confirm the appropriate required material for this project.
A7: It is intended that toilet compartments and urinal screens be phenolic.
para. 1.6 delete "metal".
para. 2.3 delete "Fabricate partition panels and doors not less than 1 inch thick with face sheets not less than 0.0396 inch thick."
para. 2.4 delete "Pilasters shall be not less than 1-1/4 inch thick with face sheets not less than 0.0393 inch thick."
para. 3.2 delete in entirety.
para. 3.3.d delete "metal".
para. 3.6 delete "Baked enamel finish shall be touched up with the same color of paint that was used for the finish.”
Q8: Specification 10 51 13 – "Metal Lockers" – Plans call for a very unusual,and for several Mfg.'s, Custom only size of 15" W x 18" D x 54" H – several Mfg.'s will not do Custom for only 15 – Lockers....can a Standard 60" High Locker be used instead?
A8: 60" high lockers are acceptable
Q9: For the new masonry walls in Room 101A & 104A, can you please provide the following information:
Does the new masonry get vertical reinforcing? If so, what size and what spacing?
Are there bond beams required? If so at what height(s)?
Does the new masonry get grouted, and if so what are the grouting requirements? At rebar only (if reinforced) or fully grouted?
For the door infill at Room 104, can you please provide the following information:
What is the existing wall size/make up that we are to match?
Does the infill need to be toothed in to the existing?
Do the new masonry walls for Rooms 101A & 104A need to be doweled to the existing concrete floor? If so what size dowel and how often?
Do the new masonry walls for Rooms 101A & 104A get tied to the existing building where they abut?
A9: UL U905 assembly does not require grouted cores. Wall type 3 (CMU) does not require vertical reinforcing. Bond beams are not required. Horizontal joint wire reinforcement is expected by the referenced standards to not exceed 16' o.c. vertically. Floor dowels are not required. Infill of door opening in Room 104 is 8" CMU, toothed into existing wall construction.
Tie new masonry walls to the existing building where they abut a minimum of every 16" vertically.
Q10: PLEASE PROVIDE ASBESTOS SURVEY REPORT
A10: Attached in this amendment
Q11: On page A-401 detail C1 the wall partitions are labeled as "4G." This wall partition is not defined on the plans.
Please advise.
A11: 4G is in error. The intent is to continue the existing CMU partition to the underside of the roof and fire safe that intersection as noted in C1 AND A1 A-401.
Q12: 1. We saw that the project is scheduled for 13 phases. Will these phases be back to back, meaning we can go from one phase directly into the next. Or will there be down time between phases, meaning we will not have any work and no man-power presence on site?
2. It was stated that plant operations will not stop during construction. Does this mean crane activity and men on the ground will be working simultaneously in our work area?
3. If the answer to question #2 is yes, what would be the safety protocol when working above/in the same area as plant personal and crane activity?
4. Is the Fire Protection Scope of work to be done during normal working hours or off hours?
A12: 1. No down time between phases.
2. Yes - To help minimize conflict and reduce coordination efforts work in the production areas is to be performed during second shift. When necessary, coordination will be made with the USACE COR and building occupants to de-conflict work areas.
3. To the extent possible the Contractor and Government should limit this situation through coordinated effort. If required then the Contractor will need to take measures to ensure there are no falling debris hazards to those working below.
4.See Specification section 01 14 00 paragraph 1.2a, “The B110 will remain in operation during the entire construction period. The Contractor must conduct his operations so as to cause the least possible interference with normal operations of the activity. The Contractor shall assume the scope of work between column bays 23 and 69 will be performed during second shift.
Q13: Please clarify the completion date.The Solicitation/Offer page #1 states 540 days and spec.section 011100 pg.1 para 1.4a states 365 days,which is it?
A13: Solicitation governs with 540 day requirement. Change spec.section 01 11 00 pg.1 para 1.4a to state 540 days
Q14: Can the existing sprinkler systems be removed at the start of each phase in their entirety,or will the new system have to be installed next to the existing,and put in service prior to removal of the existing system?
A14: The existing sprinkler systems within each phase can be removed at the start of each phase. Existing sprinkler systems in later phases shall remain fully operational until the start of the later phase.
Q15: Is galvanized pipe required for the pump suction piping? Note #5 on drawing FP-001 appears to allow black steel schedule 10.Will the pump suction piping be required to be schedule 40?
A15: Piping from discharge of backflow preventer to control valve downstream of fire pump test header shall be Schedule 40 (except for Schedule 30 for pipe sizes 8 inches and greater) and shall be galvanized on the inside in accordance with bid specification section 21 30 00 article 2.4.1.1.
Q16: Can groove fittings and couplings be utilized on the fire pump suction piping?
A16: No, flanged connections shall be utilized on the fire pump suction piping and where indicated.
Q17: Spec.section 213000 pg.18 para.3.8.3 requires sample testing for "total caliform organisms".It further states that disinfection shall be performed until a "zero" is achieved. Can this requirement be relaxed to only require 2 or 3 tests? This is a requirement that is undefinable and difficult to put a price on.
A17: No, article 3.8.3 Sample Testing shall apply.
Q18: What is the seismic design category of the building? If it is a seismic design category "A" or "B" is sway bracing required?
A18: Seismic design category for the building is category "B". Sway bracing shall be provided per USACE requirements.
Q19: The existing preaction system as shown on draings FPD-101 and FP-101 states that pipe,fittings,hangers,etc. are to emain. Please confirm that all of the existing materials are in compliance with spec.section 211319.Please confirm that no pipe,fittings , hangers,etc.
downstream of the deluge valve will have to be removed.
Will an hydraulic calculation be required for the existing preaction system as stated in spec.
211319 pg.2 para. 1.3.1?
Will the contractor be required to remove pipe if the calculation fails?
A19: The intent is not to bring the materials for the existing preaction sprinkler system into compliance with this specification section as these are existing to remain. Pipe, fittings, hangers, etc. downstream of the existing deluge valve are to be removed only to the point to allow connection to a new feed main. A hydraulic calculation shall be required for the existing preaction system to prove the adequacy of the new system components to be provided. The contractor shall not be responsible to remove existing piping if the calculation fails.
Q20: Can an additional site visit be scheduled?
A20: at this time there are no additional site visits to be held
Q21: Is painting of the fire protection pipe required? if yes please provide a paint specification A21: Refer to 09 90 00 paragraph 1.11.3.1. Painting of the fire protection piping is required.
Q22: Are the hanger types referenced in spec.section 211300 para.'s 2.2.2.1 and 2.2.2.2,"MSS SP-58" types? If yes,can we utilize MSS SP-58 type 19 ( wide throat top beam c-clamps) and type 23 (universal c-type clamp) as an upper hanger attachment for sizes 1" thru 8"?
-Can MSS SP-58 type 10 adjustable swivel ring hangers be utilized in lieu of MSS SP-58 type 1 (clevis ring) on all sizes 1" thru 8"?
-Spec.section 211300 pg.5 para 2.2.2.1.b(2) references type 20,I do not see this as an MSS SP-58 type.Is this a correct type? If not please indicate what type is acceptable?
A22: Specification section 21 13 00 will be deleted by amendment. See specification sections 21 13 13.00 10, 21 13 18.00 10, and 21 30 00 in this amendment.
Q23: Drawing FP-001 general note #5 indicates "pipe sizes larger than 2" are permitted to be schedule 10 black steel with roll groove coupling". Spec.section 211300 pg.4 para 2.2.1.1 indicates fittings 2 1/2" and larger...cast iron...screwed...or..flanged. Will groove fittings and schedule 10 black steel pipe be acceptable for use on wet pipe sprinkler systems ( per note #5)?
Note : screwed fittings can not be used on schedule 10 pipe.
A23: Specification section 21 13 00 will be deleted by amendment. See specification sections 21 13 13.00 10, 21 13 18.00 10, and 21 30 00 in this amendment. Schedule 10 pipe is permitted if it has a corrosion resistance ratio (CRR) of 1.0 or greater in accordance with section 21 13 13.00 10 article 2.4.1.1
Q24: Spec.section 211300 pg.7 para.2.2.5.1 allows butterfly valves (6",8" and 10") that are FM approved,rated at 175 psi cast iron bodied wafer type. The drawings show outside screw and yoke ( O.S.&Y.) style valves. Which is correct?
- Are grooved end, FM approved,175 psi rated butterfly valves acceptable?
A24: Specification section 211300 is not part of the bid specifications. Replace specification section 211300 with the attached. Valves shall be OS&Y as indicated on bid drawings and section 21 13 13.00 10 article 2.4.3.1.
Q25: Spec.section 211300 pg.11 para. 3.3.1.3 para e. indicates to "attach labels to 16 gauge aluminum sheet and attach to the pipe with 12 gauge galvanized wire".Can a "stick-on" label be substituted in lieu of a "metal sign wired to the pipe"?
A25: Specification section 211300 is not part of the bid specifications. Replace specification section 211300 with the attached. Identification signs shall be in accordance with section 21 1313.00 10 and shall be permitted to be stick-on.
Q26: Please indicate the model numbers of the existing KIDDE devices on the existing preaction system. KIDDE does not make a panel , and we will need to check compatibility with another manufacturers panel.( see drawing FP-502 detail D1 ,note #1) A26: The specific KIDDE smoke detector model is not available at this time.
Q27: Can a scaffold be installed on the roof of the Advanced Composites Lab to access the roof ( to install our sprinkler pipe)?
-At the walk thru it could not be determined how to get "over the top" of the building within a building.
A27: No. Capacity of the Advanced Composites Lab to support applied loads is unknown.
Q28: Can we preform a laser 3D scan of the roof framing,as well as the mechanical's,lights,etc.
located "near" the roof level? We would like to use this to prepare our shop drawings.
A28: Scanning of the roof structure could be allowed only if the Contractor can assure that no other areas would be scanned in the process.
Q29: There is no space provided for base bid in which for the contractor to enter the general condition, mechanical, plumbing price. Please clarify.
A29: contractor should add pricing to the respective CLIN for which each cost category (generation conditions, mechanical, plumbing) applies.
Q30: Can the bid date be extended?
A30: the bid date is extended to 18 SEPT 2019 by 2:00 pm eastern standard time
Q31: As per the bid schedule, we have 8 different options for the price breakdown.
CLIN 1 - Fire Suppression CLIN 2 - Lighting CLIN 3 - Window Replacement CLIN 4 - New Bathrooms & Lock rooms CLIN 5 - As built CLIN 6 - Asbestos - Windows CLIN 7 - Asbestos - Tile CLIN 8 - Asbestos - Insulation Please Clarify where do we need to input the pricing for the Finishes, Mechanical & plumbing work for the building. It is very unclear from the current bid schedule regarding the price breakdown.
A31: contractor should add pricing to the respective CLIN for which each cost category (finishes, mechanical, plumbing) applies
Q32: The spec is calling out for frameless, but on the drawing it's showing a framed system......can you confirm which way is correct?
A32: A4, A-401 illustrates a side capped interior sign. The side caps facilitate future text change if necessary. We consider this as a "frameless" unit as there are no top and bottom rails.
Q33: Please provide the name and contact number for the current Fire Alarm System Provider / Manufacture for the FA system in bldg. 110.
A33: The existing fire alarm system manufacturer is Simplex. Information on the service provider is not available at this time
Q34: Please see attached sheet and provide information required. We specifically need:
Charge Weight Standoff distance Level of protection A34: Excerpt from UFC 4-01-01 dated 12 December 2018 "Apply the following provisions for exterior glazing for new construction or existing buildings that are required to comply with these standards. 3-11.1 Glazing. For glazing in exterior building elements such as storefronts, doors, windows, curtain walls, clerestories, and skylights provide no less than 1/4 in.
(6 mm) nominal polycarbonate or laminated glass. The 1/4 in. (6 mm) laminated glass consists of two nominal 1/8 in. (3 mm) glass panes bonded together with a minimum of a 0.030 in. (0.75
mm) interlayer of a material designed for blast resistance. For insulated glass units (IGU), use the polycarbonate or laminated glass for the innermost pane as a minimum. For laminated glass, provide a glazing frame bite in accordance with ASTM F 2248. For polycarbonate, provide a glazing frame bite of no less than 1.5 times the polycarbonate thickness. Monolithic glass or monolithic acrylic used as a single pane or as the inner pane of a multi-pane system is not allowed for the purposes of complying with this standard. Spandrel glass when backed by a structural wall or spandrel beam, translucent fiberglass panels, other lightweight translucent plastics, and glass unit masonry are not required to comply with this standard. Spandrel glass that is open to occupied space must be designed in accordance with this standard."
Q35: Due to the number of RFI's we have submitted that have yet to be answered we are requesting a bid date postponement. This would allow us the appropriate time needed to evaluate and include all RFI answers in the bid once they are received.
A35: bid opening will be 11 sept 2019 at 2:00 pm eastern standard time
Q36: Per spec, 23A section 23 05 15 page 8 we can use seamless or ERW. However, per spec 23C section 23 22 26 page 4, we are only to use seamless. Low pressure (under 15 PSI, section 23 22) is all SMLS 40 and the 125 PSI (Section 23 05) service is either ERW or SMLS. Please confirm if ERW is acceptable for all services.
A36: Usage of ERW piping is acceptable for steam and condensate piping.
Q37: 23A section 23 05 15 page 8:
Ensure pipe 1/8 through 1-1/2 inches is Schedule 40 team, Schedule 80 condensate, furnace butt weld, black carbon steel, conforming to ASTM A53/A53M, Type F (furnace butt welded, continuous welded) and ASME B36.10M.
Ensure pipe 2 through 10 inches is Schedule 40 steam, Schedule 80 condensate, seamless or electric-resistance welded black carbon steel, conforming to ASTM A53/A53M, Type S (seamless) and ASME B36.10M.
A37: Piping shall be schedule 40 for steam, schedule 80 for condensate, usage of ERW is acceptable. Fittings shall be threaded 150# malleable iron for piping 2" and under and welded for 2-1/2" and over.
Q38: 23C section 23 22 26 page 4:
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 PIPE AND PIPE SYSTEM
2.1.1 Low Pressure Steam Piping System
ASME B31.1 for a steam working pressure of 15 psig or less, a condensate pressure of 5 psig, and a temperature of 212 degrees F.
2.1.1.1 Low Pressure Steam Piping
a. Steel Piping: ASTM A53/A53M, Schedule 40, black, seamless. Use ASTM A53/A53M pipe for bending.
2.1.2 Condensate Return Piping (100 psig or Less)
2.1.2.1 Steel Piping
ASTM A106/A106M or ASTM A53/A53M, Grade B, Schedule 80, black, seamless.
A38: Piping shall be schedule 40 for steam, schedule 80 for condensate, usage of ERW is acceptable. Fittings shall be threaded 150# malleable iron for piping 2" and under and welded for 2-1/2" and over.
Q39: Division 22 2.2.3 says to see section 23 07 00 for insulation, no domestic water listed in schedule. Please provide insulation type, thickness and jacket for systems requiring insulation.
Section 23 07 00, does LPS and LPC require to be insulated? If so please provide insulation type, thickness and jacket. Please provide a spec for the condensate pump with required options/accessories. Drawing schedule is lacking A39: Domestic water piping insulation. See attached from standard specifications for additional information which defines insulation type and thickness based on pipe size.
Low pressure steam and condensate piping insulation. Yes, provide insulation as defined in the attached charts. Replace bid specification 23 07 00 tables 1 and 2 in paragraph 3.2.1.5 with the attached.
Q40: We have received the answer to RFI ID 8171468 in regards to the Windows and glazing.
The response did not address what the Charge Weight, Standoff Distance or Level of Protection requirements. Without these 3 pieces of information glazing vendors will not price the job.
Additionally, to price the job glazing vendors need 5 to 7 days to engineer the makeup of the glazing units for pricing. Please advise and extend the bid date so proposals can be made.
A40: UFC 4-010-01 was changed in December 2018. The charge weight, standoff and protection level are not relevant to this situation. See following excerpt from that document:
UFC 4-010-01 12 DECEMBER 2018 3-2 STANDARD 1. STANDOFF DISTANCE. The previous version of Standard 1 established standoff distances to parking, roadways, and controlled perimeters that were based on building construction and occupancy. In this revision of Standard 1, standoff distances only apply to distances to installation perimeters for new construction and additions to existing buildings that are required to comply with these standards. Exception: Existing buildings within an installation perimeter are exempt from this standard. 3-11 STANDARD 10. GLAZING. Glazing that is in compliance with this standard is not required to be designed or constructed for blast resistance. It is intended to minimize hazardous glazing fragments. Apply the following provisions for exterior glazing for new construction or existing buildings that are required to comply with these standards.
3-11.1 Glazing. For glazing in exterior building elements such as storefronts, doors, windows, curtain walls, clerestories, and skylights provide no less than 1/4 in. (6 mm) nominal polycarbonate or laminated glass. The 1/4 in. (6 mm) laminated glass consists of two nominal 1/8 in. (3 mm) glass panes bonded together with a minimum of a 0.030 in. (0.75 mm) interlayer of a material designed for blast resistance. For insulated glass units (IGU), use the polycarbonate or laminated glass for the innermost pane as a minimum. For laminated glass, provide a glazing frame bite in accordance with ASTM F 2248. For polycarbonate, provide a glazing frame bite of no less than 1.5 times the polycarbonate thickness. Monolithic glass or monolithic acrylic used as a single pane or as the inner pane of a multi-pane system is not allowed for the purposes of complying with this standard. Spandrel glass when backed by a structural wall or spandrel beam, translucent fiberglass panels, other lightweight translucent plastics, and glass unit masonry are not required to comply with this standard. Spandrel glass that is open to occupied space must be designed in accordance with this standard.
Q41: We were unable to attend the site visit on 8/22/19, is there any possibility of having a second site visit for this project?
A41: no additional site visits are scheduled at this time.
Q42: Fixture type D8 model number on the fixture schedule calls for a 21,000 lumen industrial, but the lumens column shows 12,600. Which is correct?
A42: Model Number is correct – design is for 21,000 lumen fixture.
Q43: The partial lighting calculations shown on the photometric drawings do not match the lighting fixture schedule on drawing E-601. Please clarify the required fixture types.
(For example: There are 4 different types of E4 fixtures on the partial lighting calculations, but the actual fixture schedule only lists 1 type of E4).
A43: Provide fixtures as noted in the fixture schedule (including changes noted in these responses). Some annotations in the photometric calcs vary from the schedule due to limitations of vendor .ies file documentation
Q44: What is the mounting intent for the type B8 and C8 fixtures? Please provide a mounting detail. I have attached the mounting options for you use.
A44: B8 and C8 fixtures are to be chain or cable hung -suspended to meet the mounting height (floor to bottom of fixture) noted on the drawings
Q45: Is the design intent for there to be 2 emergency control devices per lighting fixture instead of per circuit?
A45: The intent is (1) emergency control device per EM fixture.
Q46: Can a symbols legend be made available for the lighting controls? We cannot identify the differences between the required devices.
A46: Symbols legend is on Drawing E-001.
Q47: Can the sequence of operations be made available for the lighting control design intent?
A47: See Daylight control notes on Drawing E-002 for general sequence of operation.
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