Amendment 0003_W912DS20B0013.pdf

W912DS20B0013

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. Provided updated plans and specs.

2. Answ er questions from prospective bidders for informational purposes only.

3. Remove 52.232-18 Availability of Funds and 52.232-16 Progress Payments.

4. Provide updated Bid Submission Instructions, including conference call-in number.

NOTE: Bidders must acknow ledge receipt of this amendment by date specified 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

1 20

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 11-Sep-2020

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 W912DS20B0013

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

18-Aug-2020

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 is extended, X 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 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.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

11-Sep-2020

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.

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See Item 6

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00 21 13 - INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

ELECTRONIC BID SUBMISSION

The bid shall be submitted electronically, as described below. The solicitation will provide the Government address and receipt date for bid submittal. The bid shall not contain classified data. The use of hyperlinks in bids is prohibited.

NOTE: Notice of Intent to submit a bid must be submitted to Monica Chahary Monica.C.Chahary@usace.army.mil, and Nicholas Emanuel Nicholas.P.Emanuel@usace.army.mil two (2) days before the bids are due. PLEASE

SUBMIT TO BOTH EMAILS.

Bids received after the bid due date established in the solicitation on https://safe.apps.mil/ will be considered late.

It is recommended that Bidders submit their bids at least 2 hours before to allow enough time for the bid to be uploaded. Please note that Bidders do not need to wait until the day of bid due date to submit their bids.

The only authorized transmission method for the bid in response to this solicitation is electronically via SAFE online submission. NO OTHER TRANSMISSION

METHODS (EMAIL, FACSIMILE, REGULAR MAIL, HAND CARRIED, ETC.)

WILL BE ACCEPTED.

The bid must be received by the Government by the date/time specified in the solicitation. The Offeror shall submit their bid using the following link:

https://safe.apps.mil/

NOTE: Problems accessing the DoD SAFE site by external (non-CAC) users are typically due to SSL and/or client certificate issues. If the user receives a warning about a problem with the website's security certificate, this is because their browser is not configured to trust the DoD certificate authorities. The user can either import the DoD certificate authorities by following the instructions in the DoD PKI PMO's guide on Install Root or they can accept the risk and click on the option to continue to the website. The current guide on Install Root can be found Problems accessing the DoD SAFE site by non-CAC users - https://safe.apps.mil/about.php

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING ELECTRONIC BIDS:

In an effort to reduce paperwork and cost, all bids shall be submitted electronically through the SAFE site. Submission shall be in Adobe PDF format. You are limited to five (5) maximum files per upload (total size cannot exceed 2GB). If you have a large number of files, recommend that you combine or ZIP your files before uploading to the SAFE site. Bidders may use compression utility software such as WinZip or PKZip to reduce file size and facilitate transmission.

REQUEST FOR UPLOAD: Bidders must email Monica Chahary Monica.C.Chahary@usace.army.mil and Nicholas Emanuel Nicholas.P.Emanuel@usace.army.mil no later than two (2) working days prior to the bid due date to receive a request link which will allow for file uploads via the SAFE site. Bidders that fail to email for request a link two (2) working days before bid submission date may not be able to receive a request link in time to upload their submission.

FILE DESCRIPTION: Include a “File Description” for each file(s) you upload. The “File Description” will be included in the email notice to each of the recipients you choose to have access your file(s). NOTE: Do NOT enter Privacy Act Data (Personal Identification Information (PII)) in the File Description.) Submission shall be in Adobe PDF format.

INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW ON THE SAFE WEBSITE:

1. Once at the SAFE website select the “Drop-off” icon. This allows users without a CAC or users whose computer is not configured to read a CAC the option to access the SAFE site as a guest.

2. After selecting the “Click Here” link you will be prompted to add your personal information, file information, recipient (Government representative) information and email settings.

3. When completing your file information for transmittal via the SAFE website, you will be required to enter the email address for all recipients. For this solicitation, the recipients are the Contract Specialist and the Contracting Officer. The Contract Specialists for this solicitation are Monica Chahary, Monica.C.Chahary@usace.army.mil and Nicholas Emanuel, Nicholas.P.Emanuel@usace.army.mil (Contracting Officer). The E-Mail address of the Government Employee who initiated the request link will be automatically entered. The Proposer must enter the E-Mail address for both the Contracting Officer and Specialists listed above. The Proposer can enter an additional E-Mail address if desired. After entering the email address, click the ADD button to add the person(s) email to the “Recipients List” of your response. When your bid is submitted, a notification will be sent to the recipients you added.

NOTE: Do NOT send the SAFE site packages to group email accounts.

Even if you successfully upload your bid to the SAFE site, notification will not be sent to the government recipients until you verify your email address. Entering an incorrect email may result in the rejection of your submission for lateness. A Proposer can confirm proper submission by the ‘Drop-Off Completed” screen which generates based on proper file submission.

NOTE: It has been reported that documents are more quickly uploaded into the SAFE website when using a Firefox web browser. The Government cannot verify that this is true and offers no guarantee that Bidders will have more success utilizing any particular browser.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

Potential Bidders are reminded that only the minimum documents are required for bid submission:

1. Signed 1442.

2. Acknowledged amendments.

3. Filled out bid schedule and totals.

4. Bid Guarantee.

5. Bidders must check off box (d) in 52.204-8 Annual Representations and Certifications (DEC 2019) for being on SAM.gov

This will help reduce file size and speed up electronic transfer in the DoD SAFE site.

RECEIPT OF SUBMISSIONS:

For the purposes of establishing whether a proposal submission is considered timely, the government considers the date and time the submission is completely uploaded into the SAFE website. For proposals larger than the 2GB capacity of the SAFE website and require multiple submissions, the Government will consider the date and time the last submission is completely uploaded into the SAFE website. Do not assume that electronic communication is instantaneous. It can take several minutes or even hours in some cases. The government will not be responsible for submissions delivered to any location or to anyone other than those designated to receive proposals. Offerors are responsible for ensuring that proposals are submitted so as to reach the designated recipient. Offerors are responsible for allowing sufficient time for the proposal to be received in accordance with the instructions provided.

Bidders are encouraged to call into the following teleconference line:

1) Call number USA Toll-Free: 888-684-8852 OR USA Caller Paid/International Toll: 215-446-0155

2) Type in Access code: 2944873#

3) Type in the Pass Code 2020#

To listen to the bids being read. Bidder must keep their phone on mute as to not disrupt the reader. Please limit the amount of company employees calling into the line so that the line does not disconnect. The abstract of bids will be posted to the Beta.Sam website.

SECTION 00 70 00 - CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMENT 0003

The following have been deleted:

52.232-16 Progress Payments JUN 2020 52.232-18 Availability Of Funds APR 1984

TO BIDDERS:

The following changes shall be made to the drawings and specifications.

DRAWINGS:

1. The following DRAWINGS have been REVISED and REISSUED:

a. Drawing AG002 – Architectural General Notes

b. Drawing A-111B – Ground Floor Plan Area – B

c. Drawing A-203 – Exterior Building Elevation – West

d. Drawing A-206 – Exterior Building Elevation – East

e. Drawing A-642 – Window Details

f. Drawing A-652 – Room Finish Schedule – Basement and Ground Floor

g. Drawing A-653 – Room Finish Schedule – Second and Third Floor

h. Drawing EP603 – Deleted ‘MCB Rating’ from Panelboards 20L1-1-S2 and 20L1-2-

S2. Revised ‘Mains Type’ from MCB to MLO for Panelboard 20L1-2-S2.

i. Drawing EP604 – Deleted ‘MCB Rating’ from Panelboards 20L1-3-S2 and 20L2-1-

S2.

j. Drawing EP605 – Revised ‘Mains Type’ from MLO to MCB rating for Panelboard

20L2-2-S1. Deleted ‘MCB Rating’ from Panelboards 20L2-2-S2 and 20L2-3-S2.

k. Drawing EP608 – Revised Mechanical Equipment Schedule to clarify Disconnect

Type responsibility from Div 26 to Div 23.

l. Drawing TN401 – Provided UPS for both data racks and revised Keyed Note T008.

Clarified location of Building 626 patch panels and revised Notes 7 & 8.

m. Drawing TN501 – Detail E8 – Deleted mounting studs.

2. The following DRAWINGS have been REVISED but NOT REISSUED:

a. Drawing C-004 – Removed 1-20’ scale reference.

3. The following NEW DETAILS have been ADDED:

a. None

4. The following DRAWINGS have been DELETED:

a. None

SPECIFICATIONS:

1. The following SPECIFICATION SECTIONS have been ADDED and are provided in their entirety herein:

a. Specification 10 22 19 – Demountable and Movable Partitions

b. Specification 10 44 16 – Fire Extinguishers

2. The following SPECIFICATIONS SECTIONS have been DELETED in their entirety:

a. Specification 03 42 13.00 10

3. The following SPECIFICATIONS SECTIONS have been REVISED and REISSUED:

a. Specification 01 81 23

b. Specification 06 20 00

4. The following SPECIFICATIONS have been REVISED but NOT REISSUED:

a. Specification section 007300.0018 was added. Paragraph 1.1.e – change 30 to 60.

b. Delete paragraph 2.3.61 Field painting in Section 08 14 00.

BIDDER’S QUESTIONS AND GOVERNMENT REPLY

(Questions that may be of general interest to all Bidders and/or the Government and that are not readily answered by the proceeding changes will appear below. These questions may have been paraphrased or altered to represent several questions regarding the same subject and/or simply revised to clarify and simplify the question(s). Questions and answers are issued to the bidders “For Information Only” and do not revise the solicitation, plans or specifications.)

Question 1:

(Dr Checks Inquiry ID #: 8815476) Attached Drawing EP608 shows equipment disconnects to be provided by the EC. Drawings M- 601, 602, 603 & 604 show equipment disconnects to be supplied with the mechanical equipment.

They are the same as on EP608. Please clarify which trade discipline is responsible for providing disconnects.

Government Response:

Please refer to Inquiry ID 8807030 for similar comments. Confirmed that equipment noted with manufacturer's single point power connection and disconnect shall be provided by division 23. It is preferred to have equipment manufacturer furnish disconnect as a package if that option is available. Mechanical equipment schedule on drawing EP608 updated.

Reference updated drawing EP608 included.

Question 2:

(Dr Checks Inquiry ID #: 8792909) Window Schedule/Types on Drawing A-631 show window type W10; we are unable to locate this window on the floor plans.

Details A8, C8, F8/A-642 appear to show an interior sliding transaction window.

Details also call for glazing type LG-1; no glazing type LG-1 was found in the glazing spec 088100. Please clarify location of W10 window and glazing type.

Government Response:

W10 is sliding glass window between rooms 125 and 126 on Drawing A-111B. Glazing type to be GL-3 - 1/4" laminated glass.

Reference updated drawings A-111B and A-642 included.

Question 3:

(Dr Checks Inquiry ID #: 8794102) 1- Aluminum Window specification 085113 mentions both TAS 202 (impact rated windows) and ASTM F2248 (blast rated windows) in the "references" section of the specification, however, neither of these are mentioned in the body of the specification as requirements for the project, except for the mullion section (2.2.6). Please clarify whether one or both standards are required for this project.

2- Please provide a basis of design window manufacturer & model for the project, as it has been a challenging, and so far, unsuccessful effort to find a manufacturer that offers a product that meets the requirements of both TAS 202 & ASTM F2248.

3- Floor plan on Drawing A-111B shows two type W08 windows at vestibule 154, however, elevations E1/A-203 & A3/A-206 do not shown windows. Please clarify whether these windows are required for the project.

Government Response:

1- TAS 202 shall be required for project. ASTM F2248 does not apply to window system itself.

2- Basis of design utilized during design was YKK - YFW and YVS series of windows.

3- Windows are part of the project. Windows were erroneously left off the elevation Drawings.

Reference updated elevation Drawings A-203 & A-206 included.

Question 4:

(Dr Checks Inquiry ID #: 8794369) Drawing LS111- LS113 indicate fire extinguishers and cabinets are required on the project.

Please provide specification section.

Government Response:

Fire extinguishers are Government Furnished Government Installed.

Cabinets basis of design is as follows:

Manufacturer: Larsens Material: Brass Model: FS 2712-R

Reference Specification 10 44 16 changes included.

Question 5:

(Dr Checks Inquiry ID #: 8795564) Drawing TN401 and Drawing TN402 depict no racks or cabinets in rooms 122A, 119A, 222A, and 219A. The riser on TN601 confirms this and shows all cabling being terminated in the basement telecom room 005. Please confirm all cabling will be terminated in room 005.

Government Response:

Communications cabling shall terminate at the patch panels in Room 005.

Reference updated drawing TN401 included. This was answered in Amendment 2. Included in Amendment 0003 to include revised drawing TN401.

Question 6:

(Dr Checks ID #: 8795565) Drawing TN401 note T008 calls out for a UPS for a data rack only. The note only points to the right most rack. Please advise: will we only need a UPS for one of the data racks, or will we need 2x UPS', one for each data rack?

Government Response:

Provide UPS for each data rack (total of 2).

Reference updated drawing TN401 included. This was answered in Amendment 2. Included in Amendment 0003 to include revised drawing TN401.

Question 7:

(Dr Checks ID #: 8795570) Drawing TN501 depicts COMM OUTLET TYPE 4 as a 4-port face plate with all blank inserts.

Please advise.

Government Response:

Remove mounting studs for Type TV outlet.

Reference updated drawing TN501 included. This was answered in Amendment 2. Included in Amendment 0003 to include revised drawing TN501.

Question 8:

(Dr Checks ID #: 8795675) Drawings AD210- AD212 delineate the Exterior Masonry Restoration work scope. Drawings are not scaled (photos) and cannot be quantified.

Drawings A201- A210 are the exterior building elevations. These drawings depict some of the masonry restoration but not all of the items as identified on AD210- AD212.

Drawing AG002 Architectural Specific Work Quantities for bidding purposes only provides Repoint exterior brick wall 8,000 sf and Clean brick 16,000 sf.

Q:1 Please confirm that the quantities on AG002 for Repoint exterior brick and Clean brick shall be used for bidding even if they differ from the quantities and notes provided on the elevation drawings.

Q:2 Can quantities and allowances be provided to the GC for all the additional masonry restoration items called for?

Government Response:

A:1 Bid form denotes 16,000 SF for repointing and cleaning of brick as basis of bidding. This supersedes note on AG002. Bidders shall utilize 16,000 SF for repointing and cleaning for bidding.

A:2 For majority of remaining work the quantities can be determined from drawings. For Masonry Restoration Keynote R14, replace cracked and/or deteriorated brick, bidder shall use

4,000 SF.

Reference updated drawing AG002 included.

Question 9:

(Dr Checks ID #: 8795705) Drawing AG002 provides specific work quantities for bidding [Referencing the Exterior Masonry Restoration work scope.] Repoint exterior brick wall 8,000 sf and Clean brick 16,000 sf.

Bid form base bid CLIN 0004 states Clean and repoint exterior brick wall at 16,000 sf. Please confirm that this quantity supersedes the Repoint exterior brick wall at 8,000 sf per drawing

AG002.

Government Response:

Quantities in bid form base bid CLIN 0004 shall supersede notes on drawing AG002.

Bidders shall utilize 16,000 SF for repointing brick and 16,000 SF for brick cleaning.

Reference updated drawing AG002 included.

Question 10:

(Dr Checks ID #: 8801861) Enlarged unit plans and elevations indicated only TLP3/field wall tiles. The Room finish schedules indicate that each typical restrooms have TLP-3/field and TLP-4 accent wall types.

Please confirm correct scope.

Government Response:

The Dwelling unit restrooms to be TLP-3/PE-2 on the walls.

TLP-4 accent will only be in the public restroom spaces as indicated in the elevations and finish floor plans.

Reference updated drawing A-652 and A-653 included.

Question 11:

(Dr Checks ID #: 8805502)

1) Drawings MH 110A and MH 110C have (8) total dryer booster fans to be installed new. The specifications do not give performance requirements for any of this equipment. Please provide a schedule for this equipment.

2) Please provide clarification for heating system. We are unsure how low temperature service to the building will provide the 160F temperature water required for the pumps, fan coils, and other items.

3) Please provide a detail for the underground piping as noted on MP 110A notes 3 and 5. Depth of piping, insulation requirement, and if thrust restraints are required for short run length. Notes refer to drawing M-514 which was not included with our document set. Please advise.

Government Response:

1) Refer to specification 23 00 00 for dryer booster fan information. The application shown on the plans indicates 1 booster fan serving 1 dryer. No common ducting of dryer vents is allowed.

The basis of design dryer indicated in the FF&E package, to which this booster fan serves, requires 220 CFM per dryer. The final dryer booster fan performance selection (specified in 23 00 00) should be coordinated with final dryer provided with FF&E package.

2) Refer to heating water system controls on Drawing M-704 and M-705 for control of the heating system. Current operation information on the central plant can be provided by DPW if required.

3) Details for the underground piping can be found on Drawing M-508 (not M-514).

Specification 33 61 13.13 should also be followed.

Question 12:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806198)

In regards to the schedules for HVAC & Plumbing, there are no manufactures listed on drawing schedule or in the spec book. Please advise.

Government Response:

Provide equipment based on the performance and salient features indicated on the schedules and specifications.

Question 13:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806228)

Drawings MH 110A and MH 110C have (8) total dryer booster fans to be installed new. The specifications do not give performance requirements for any of this equipment. Please provide a schedule for this equipment.

The application shown on the plans indicates 1 booster fan serving 1 dryer. No common ducting of dryer vents is allowed. The basis of design dryer indicated in the FF&E package, to which this booster fan serves, requires 220 CFM per dryer. The final dryer booster fan performance selection (specified in 23 00 00) should be coordinated with final dryer provided with FF&E package.

Question 14:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806313)

In regards to the schedules for HVAC & Plumbing, there are no manufactures listed on drawing schedule or Please provide clarification for heating system. We are unsure how low temperature service to the building will provide the 160F temperature water required for the pumps, fan coils, and other items.

Government Response:

Refer to heating water system controls on Drawing M-704 and M-705 for control of the heating system. Current operation information on the central plant can be provided by DPW if required.

Question 15:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806318)

Please provide a detail for the underground piping as noted on MP 110A notes 3 and 5. Depth of piping, insulation requirement, and if thrust restraints are required for short run length. Notes refer to drawing M 514 which was not included with our document set.

Government Response:

Details for the underground piping can be found on Drawing M-508 (not M-514). Specification 33 61 13.13 should also be followed.

Question 16:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806992)

Window sills shown on window types W01, W02, W03 & W07 indicate a sill. There is no detail provided for these sills, do these windows require a new solid surface sill?

Yes, windows require new solid surface sill. Refer to SSF-2 on A-651 for information on sill finish.

Question 17:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806996)

Please provide locations of detail A8/A-642.

Government Response:

This is window W10. It is transaction window between rooms 125 & 126. Refer to revised Drawing A-111B.

Reference updated drawing A-111B included.

Question 18:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807030)

Drawing EP608 shows motor rated toggle switches being furnished by Div 26. However drawings M-601, 602 and 603 show them as being included with equipment for a one point connection. Is there a preference if the switches are provided with the equipment manufacturer or to be provided separately?

Government Response:

Confirmed that equipment noted with manufacturer's single point power connection and disconnect shall be provided by division 23. It is preferred to have equipment manufacturer furnish disconnect as a package if that option is available. Will update mechanical equipment schedule EP608 accordingly.

Reference updated drawing EP608 included.

Question 19:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807044)

SSF3 Avonite solid surface shower surrounds are indicated. However a specification or fixture is not identified for the shower bases. Are shower bases to be Avonite solid surface as well? If not please provide required shower base information.

Per the plumbing schedule, shower pan is to be solid surface material and per Specification 09 06 00, 2.3.7.9 Basis of Design for the shower wall kits, trim and shower pan is Avonite color bone.

Question 20:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8809338)

Architectural keynotes A06 states existing stone wall to be cleaned per specifications.

CLIN Item 004 has been clarified that 16,000 sf shall be used for bidding purposes to clean and repoint brick only. ( not stone) Please confirm that the stone cleaning called out on the drawings shall be in addition to CLIN 004 scope.

Confirmed. Stone Cleaning is not part of CLIN item 004.

Question 21:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8809352)

Architecture Keynotes A02 on drawing A-202 state existing limestone to remain. Re-point Stone.

When you reference detail E/6 on A-202 this note points to the limestone around the windows.

Below the key tag is says TYP. (typical). The key tag only points to one of these window locations on the partial elevation. This is similar for the other elevations on the drawings.

Please confirm if all of the existing limestone around all windows require re pointing or is it only at the designated locations called out?

Government Response:

Scope shall include repointing all existing limestone on project including around all windows.

Tags were intended to be typical for all windows.

Question 22:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8806984)

Cabinetry in dwelling units for both Kitchens and Bathroom Vanities indicate WDST-1 to match Plam-1. There is no wood species indicated. Please provide specification and species for this finish.

Government Response:

Please provide wood species Maple.

Specification update to be issued in a future Amendment.

Reference updated specifications 06 20 00 included.

Question 23:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807029)

Please confirm that PANELS 20L1-2-S1/S2 ,PANELS 20L1-2-S1/S2, PANELS 20L1-3-S1/S2, PANELS 20L2-1-S1/S2, PANELS 20L2-2-S1/S2 and PANELs 20L2-3-S1/S2 are all two section panels as the riser on drawing EP-601 has just one feed to them but the panel schedules have them listed as one section panels. We would assume that since the riser has one feed to them and the electrical drawings show them side by side in the electric rooms that they are two section panels.

Confirmed that noted panelboards are two section panels.

Drawing changes will be provided in a future Amendment.

Reference updated drawing EP603, EP604 and EP605 included.

Question 24:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8812270)

Drawing EG-110 Basement Grounding Plan. KEYED NOTES E008 calls for new copper ground rod (typ.) KEYED NOTES E007 states connect to concealed lightning protection system down conductor.

Typical Ground test well detail A3/EG501 calls out for counterpoise #4/0 Copper cable.

Q1: Is the intent to have a complete interconnecting loop around the entire perimeter of the Building? Notes E005 on EG110 calls for conductor to be buried 2'-6". This means we would have to provide a trench 2'-6" BG around the entire building footprint. Please confirm.

Q2: Is there a geotech report that can be issued?

Q1. The concealed lightning protection system down conductor shall be connected to copper ground rods as shown on detail C1/EG501. There will not be a complete interconnecting grounding loop around the entire perimeter of the building. There will be a ground triad located in the front of the building, as shown on drawing EG110. Conductor being buried 2'-6" is limited to interconnections for ground triad, and connections from main grounding bus bar to ground triad per keyed noted E003 on drawing EG110.

Q2. A geotech report is not available.

Question 25:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8812429)

Drawings F-113A-F-113C call for the entire 3rd floor level to be sprinklered. Open Storage room 301 [F-113B] seems to be the only occupied space at the 3rd floor level which is consist with the Architectural, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines on the project. The remaining 3rd floor space looks to be unoccupied attic space.

Please confirm that these unoccupied attic spaces are required to be fully sprinklered.

Government Response:

Confirmed, the entire 3rd floor level is to be sprinklered as indicated by the dry sprinkler piping and associated hatching indicated on drawings F-113A, F113B & F113C.

Question 26:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8812645)

Drawing TS-101 Telecommunications site plan. KEYED NOTES T005 requires (2) new 4" Conduit in Concrete Encased Ductbank on top of existing concrete ductbank(s). Ref. E6/TS501.

There are 2 new runs. One entering the building on the East Side and one on the West Side. The run from the west side of the building runs almost the entire length of the building under the slab.

Ref attached drawing.

Q: Are the (2) new RGS Conduits required to be in Concrete Encasement within the building footprint?

The communications ductbank (2-4" existing, 2-4" new) from TMH-227 to the building footprint shall be encased in concrete as noted by Detail E6, Drawing TS501. From the building footprint, the new 2-4" conduits do not need to be run in concrete to the TER. These conduits will enter the building within a crawl space and run overhead (within the ceiling space) in the basement level.

They will follow the same path as the existing 2-4" conduits. Conduit routing inside the building is shown on drawings TN110A, TN110B and TN110C.

Question 27:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8812785)

Please advise if this project falls under DPW Jurisdiction.

Government Response:

This construction project will be managed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Upon completion of the construction of building 620 the building will fall back under the real property owner United States Army Garrison West Point.

Question 28:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8815564)

Is there another scheduled site visit?

There will be no additional site visits.

Question 29:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8815765)

Please provide a Geotechnical Report.

Government Response:

A geotechnical report is not available.

The contractor shall bid based on the contract drawings and specifications.

Question 30:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8808240)

Please provide the size, type, thickness, colors, blend, etc. of the existing slate system to be matched per the specifications.

Government Response:

Please refer to photos of existing roof system for your reference. The existing slate ranges in widths from approximately 20” to 10”. They are graduated length tiles so they reduce in length as they go up to ridge. The longest tiles at the eave are approximately 20"-24” long. For bidding purposes they can assume ¼” nominal thickness which is industry standard. Spec Section 07 31 26 calls for a sample of slate to be submitted and approved by the COE and DPW.

Question 31:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807096)

Under section 002113- Instructions to Bidders. It notes 2 days prior to bid submission date we (GC) are to inform our intention to bid. It further states email all (3) recipients.

However, only (2) contacts and emails are listed. Please confirm that Monica Chahary and Nicholas Emanuel are the only (2) individuals that need to be informed.

Government Response:

Confirmed, there are only two that need to be informed. Monica Chahary and Nicholas Emanuel are the only two individuals that need to be informed.

Question 32:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807117)

Spec Section 00 00 01 Invitation to bid check list item #4 references Affirmative Action of the Equal Opportunity requirement which needs to be submitted with the bid. Please provide form.

Government Response:

Please refer to FAR clause 52.222-23 and 52.222-27, per the solicitation for instructions on Affirmative Action of the Equal Opportunity. No form is required for submission with bid.

Question 33:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807127)

Contract documents state progress payments will be held at 80% and no deviation.

Can you please confirm that deviation is acceptable and retainage can be reduced from 20% to 10%?

The following clause has been removed: 52.232-16 Progress Payments (JUN 2020).

Question 34:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8807134)

Spec Section 00 00 01 item#7 States that all bonds, power of attorney, statements of authenticity etc. must be real and not bear computer generated signatures or seals.

It is to our understanding with regards to electronic bid submissions with signatures or seals the GSA has applied a waiver to a number of bids. Ref attached. Does this waiver apply to this job?

Government Response:

An electronic version is acceptable, but we request that hard copies still be mailed to our physical office address, as indicated on SF 1442.

Question 35:

(Dr. Checks Inquiry ID #: 8817908)

Due to the current bidding market, and that this project does not currently have funding, we are requesting a minimum 3-week bid extension in order to finalize pricing.

Government Response:

We have received funding for the project to make an award. Clause 52.232.18 Availability of funds has been removed, and no extension will be granted.

(End of Summary of Changes)