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Project: Tadress Primary School Community -Agadez Review: Bidder Inquiry (00001) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 29 inquiries.

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8632207 General Factor 1 Technical Approach pg 9 of 54

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Solicitation pg 9 of 54 Factor 1 Technical Approach lists a maximum length of 20 pages. Factor 2 Schedule does not list a page limit. Please provide the page limit for the Schedule section.

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . There is no page limit for the schedule but only information regarding the schedule will be evaluated within this section. On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8632209 Civil SOW Section 3.4.2

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SOW Section 3.4.2 states that the object of the RFP is to allow the Contractor maximum flexibility to design and construct this facility in an economical manner without sacrificing good engineering practices, quality materials and systems. Based upon this, are Contractors able to utilize building materials other than CMU and plaster as long as they meet the 25 year lifespan?

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . Refer to SOW paragraph 3.3.1 School Building On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8632211 Civil SOW Section 2.2.2

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SOW Section 2.2.2 states there are no new utilities. Section 2.9 states utility materials must meet IBC requirements.

Section 3.4.4.1 states that interior walls must have penetration openings for ventilation, piping, and cables. Are there any utilities included as part of this contract? Is electrical service to the classrooms included as part of this contract?

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . Refer to SOW paragraph 2.2.2 Utilities On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8632212 General Pricing CLIN Pricing CLIN

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Mobilization/Demobilization CLIN was not provided. Is Contractor to include Mob/Demob costs under CLIN 0001?

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . Per Att#7 - Price and Payment Procedures, paragraph 1.2.1 states "All costs for items of work, which are not specifically mentioned to be included in a particular job or unit price payment item, are included in the listed job item most closely associated with the work involved." It further states "If there is any work required of this contract that is not associated with a base bid item description or bid option description, then the costs for that work shall be included in the first base bid item." On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8632216 Specification Section 01 45 05

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Paragraph 3.6 Table

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Specification Section 01 45 05 Paragraph 3.6 Table 1 shows personnel required at site. This table shows a Superintendent, QCM, and SSHO along with alternates. The Superintendent and QC Manager are able to have other duties while the SSHO is not. This arrangement requires a total of 2 personnel on site and 2 alternates. As this is a small project and , will USACE allow Contractors to combine roles into 1 Superintendent/QCM/SSHO and 1 alternate?

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . Superintendent and QCM are not allowed to "dual-hat" and the Superintendent and SSHO can not be the same person. On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8632218 Construction Management

Specification Section 01 45 05 Paragraph 3.6 Table

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Specification Section 01 45 05 Paragraph 3.6 Table 1 shows personnel required at site. If both the Misrata and Tadress school construction is awarded to a single Contractor, can these personnel be shared between the 2 sites?

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . Each project must have its own set of personnel. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8632219 Construction Management

Specification Section 01 45 05 Paragraph 3.6 Table

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Specification Section 01 45 05 Paragraph 3.6 Table 1 shows personnel required at site. As this is a small project, can these personnel be based remotely and travel to site at regular intervals for project inspections while their Subcontractor counterparts are on site daily?

On: Jun 10 2020.

Government Response. . Prime contractor must have his staff on site full time. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8640068 General Page 10 of 56 Page 10 of 56

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Page 10 of 56 in the Solicitation notes a maximum page count of 20 pages for Factor 1 Technical Approach but gives no maximum page count for Factor 2. Can offerors reasonably assume a maximum page count for Factor 2 Schedule of 10 pages exclusive of the schedule?

On: Jun 12 2020.

Government Response. . There is no page limit for the schedule but only information regarding the schedule will be evaluated within this section. On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8640125 Contracting Instructions general

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Is DBA required for this project?

On: Jun 12 2020.

Government Response. . There is no current country waiver for Niger, DBA insurance is required.

Please visit the Department of Labor for specific details and applicable conditions. On: Jun 24 2020

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Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8641099 Contracting Section 01 45 01 Measurement and

Payment pg 2

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Please confirm the if there will be progress payments or mobilization payments or if the Contractor is expected to self-fund the projects for the entire 425 days before payment?

On: Jun 12 2020.

Government Response. . Refer to FAR 52.232-27, Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts On: Jun 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8652827 General SOW

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Will the contractor provide any electrical and mechanical works for this contract?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . There are no mechanical requirements for this project; Buildings are cooled via natural drafts from the louvered vents. There is no electrical with this project On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654333 Contracting 1.3

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Would government consider four slightly smaller, but equal size classroom versus 3x classroom at 63m2 and 1x classroom adjusted to available space? This allows for more uniform class size versus one class being cramped with similar number of students.

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . Please submit a proposal based on the information as currently provided in the solicitation. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654399 Contracting 1.8.1.

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Demolished materials, excavated materials, etc. will be removed from work site daily. Is there any requirement for immediate disposal off-site due to student and teacher traffic adjacent to work site?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . The non-construction area is crucial to remain accessible and usable by the school staff throughout the construction process. Any obstruction, only if required, should be temporary and should not impede school operations. Frequency of material disposal is up to the contractor, however the stockpiling of or storage of material should not impede regular school traffic or access to facilities. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654401 Contracting General

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Are areas identified inside the school compound for laydown areas, crew break areas, latrines, etc. or will all work areas be identified outside of the compound and coordinated with local officials?

On: Jun 18 2020.

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Government Response. . Once the school compound fencing area is identified, the laydown areas, crew break areas, latrines, etc. should all be inside the fenced work area. If latrines are to be installed, they will need to be installed in a location so as not to interfere with normal school or hygienic operation (i.e. - do not dig a squat trench if this would affect local ground water or create issues with hygiene on site). Material storage overflow may be necessary due to the compact nature of some of the sites, but excess material storage is the responsibility of the contractor and should be discussed with the local school for acceptance prior to any marking, delineation, or actual storage of material. It is best to report this type of discussion or concurrence from local school officials to USACE immediately so later issues do not arise, and all site planning should be documented. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654404 Contracting para 2.8.2.

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What types of UXO are anticipated to be found inside school compound? Clarify installation means school location?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . There are no anticipated UXO in the area or school location. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654407 Contracting Section 01 10 10.

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The contract calls "Provide site improvements as required to support facility" – Is there any other requirement in addition to clearing, grubbing, levelling and gravel pad?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . Site improvement is limited to description under Section 2.0 Civil Design. On:

Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654409 Contracting General

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How will the contractor get temporary construction power and water?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . This is the responsibility of the contractor. Planning, organization, pay, and resupply for water and power is the responsibility of the contractor team. Local power and water may be available, but would be the responsibility of the contractor to negotiate and pay appropriately for the use of locally available resources. This should not be viewed as a resource the community 'owes' the construction team. The goal should be to provide the contracted construction requirements without negatively impacting the local community in any way. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654413 Contracting Section 00 10 10

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Where is the source for electrical tie in for permanent work? What is the distance to tie-in location? Also, will that be just direct buried line or underground ductwork required? Is there any enough spares at the existing panelboard to tie-in?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . If there is a permanent grid, then the contractor's responsibility would be to provide power in line with IBC code installed on site, and any lines that tie in off site would be the responsibility of the community/school district to bring grid power to the connection location. The contractors responsibility for power tie-in should not extend off site more than 10 meters. On: Jul 17 2020

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Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8654416 Contracting General

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What is the vetting/site access clearance duration for staff and labor?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . The sites are located in the direct vicinity of schools in a developing community. The vetting of contracted labor and materials provision should ensure the schools and local communities should not be negatively impacted by the contractor team. It is the responsibility of the contractor to vet and control site access and clearance for the duration of the contract from mobilization through contract completion. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654418 Contracting Section 01 10 10, 3.1.2.

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What is Government design review duration for each design submissions?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . Refer Specification Section 01 33 00 1.11.1 Review Periods On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654421 Contracting Section 00 21 00 Instructions

c. Factor 2 Schedule

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"Address permit submission and approval." What is the permit requirement per local regulations? How long will that take to obtain? What is the cost for this?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . Unknown; Unsure if there is an official municipal permitting office which would restrict construction (zoning, digging, power, water, etc.) but the permitting requirements and coordination would be the responsibility of the contractor.

Meeting with and coordinating with local and school officials would potentially provide more information to the contractor team, but this is also the responsibility of the contractor. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654425 Contracting Section 01 10 10, 2.3.

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The design section of the contract and the close out spec section mentions electrical works, however the scope does not list any electrical work. Could you please clarify the required electrical scope of work? If the structures will have interior electrical installations; where is the source for electrical tie in for permanent work? What is the distance to tie-in location? Also, will that be just direct buried line or underground ductwork required? Is there any enough spares at the existing panelboard to tie-in?

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . There is no electrical with this project On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654428 Contracting Section 01 10 10, 3.4.2.2.

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The contract requires: "3.4.2.2 ACOUSTICAL DESIGN Doors, walls, floors, and ceilings must meet the minimum sound protection per Host Nation requirements." There is no gypsumboard partition or furring at walls thus no-where

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On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . If there is nothing in addition mentioned under the spec item for doors, walls etc no additional acoustic requirement is required to be followed. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8654433 Construction Phasing Section 01 10 10, 3.4.2.3.

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The contract requires: "3.4.2.3 THERMAL INSULATION Provide thermal insulation in accordance with Host Nation and local requirements. Minimum R-values and maximum U-factors required by this SOW are minimally acceptable levels of thermal insulation" What is the requirement to meet below mentioned Thermal Insulation? The scope does not call for thermal insulation detail except for insulation at roof.

On: Jun 18 2020.

Government Response. . SOW 3.4.3.4.1 "Insulation must be provided with a maximum U-factor of U-0.220 (USI 1.249)." If there are no additional Host Nation requirements for walls than this is all that has to be followed. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8658040 Contracting Section 00 21 00 - Instructions

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Given that the payments are only after completion, please confirm if bonding is required?

On: Jun 20 2020.

Government Response. . Yes, Refer to Section 00 21 00 Instructions Proposal Format and Appendix A.

On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8658551 Architectural 3.4.3.2.1

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SOW section 3.4.3.2.1 states, "Provide new, locally constructed metal double-leaf doors and frames". but the exterior doors are shown as a single door in the conceptual drawings. which one is correct? Please clarify.

On: Jun 22 2020.

Government Response. . Single doors as shown on the floor plan (matching existing situation) shall be installed. The SOW will be corrected prior to award. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8666505 Project Management Section 01 45 05 Table 1

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Specification Section 01 45 05 Table 1 shows required personnel at site. Check marks show that the Superintendent and QCM are allowed other duties and SSHO is not allowed separate duties. The bottom section of the table states "Superintendent and QCM may be combined into one position". We read this as Contractors can have 1 Superintendent/QCM and 1 SSHO. Answer to question 8632216 states that "Superintendent and QCM are not allowed to dual-hat and Superintendent and SSHO cannot be the same person." We read this as Contractors are required to have 3 separate personnel for the Superintendent, QCM, and SSHO, which conflicts with what is in Table

1. Having 2 or 3 separate personnel with alternates on site will drastically increase the contract cost. As this is a small, low complexity project, Contractor recommendation is to combine the 3 positions into 1 person. So that all Contractors are bidding to the same requirement, please confirm exactly how many separate site positions USACE will require for this project.

On: Jun 25 2020.

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Government Response. . Refer to Specification section 01 45 05 Table 1. Superintendent and CQC - SM can be combined. SSHO is not allowed additional duties. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8666509 Contracting Section 00 21 00 - Instructions

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The Contractor request a bid due date extension of two (2) weeks. This will allow sufficient time to coordinate the in-country requirement which take extra time to coordinate in the current conditions and to incorporate Q&A answers that were answered on 23rd of June along with the other still outstanding questions that are anticipated to be answered shortly into the proposal.

On: Jun 25 2020.

Government Response. . No additional extension will be granted. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705560 Contracting Due Date

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As questions have still not been answered at this time will the government be issuing another extension?

On: Jul 15 2020.

Government Response. . At this time, no extension will be given. On: Jul 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

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