Bidder Inquiry RFI Answers Amend 0001.pdf

Bidder Inquiry Responses

Amendment 0001

1. Please specify, should the old exterior staircase floor element (between the concrete walls) stay in place or shall this also be replaced with new steel floor?

The old exterior staircase floor element (between the concrete walls) shall also be replaced with a new steel floor.

2. Please specify the interior ceiling finishing quantity. Shall the corrections be made only in areas, where ventilation systems are installed?

It is the responsibility of the DB Contractor to determine the quantity of the new interior ceiling finishes. The new interior ceiling finishes will only be in the areas that have been damaged from the replacement of the ventilation systems. The interior new wall finishes will also be in the areas that have been damaged by the replacement of the ventilation systems and the installation of the new windows.

3. During the Site visit, it was found, that some windows are relatively new (for example, sauna window). Should these windows be replaced or shall they stay in place?

The sauna window needs to be replaced due to the addition of the new insulation. The window should be replaced with a comparable product that is rated for the heat and moisture associated with the sauna. All other windows shall also be replaced due to the addition of the new insulation

4. As per the SoW, old canopies shall be removed and installed back after the EIFS system installation. One of the canopies most likely will not stay intact after de- and reinstallation. As this canopy is infront of portion of old roof, can this canopy be replaced

(similar to the second) and will cover the old roof part aswell?

The SOW has been revised to include replacement of the main entrance canopy.

5. Basement wall waterproofing is a part of SoW and also a CLIN option. Please specify, shall it be offered twice or only during SoW?

The Scope of Work details all of the features of work required for the project that is both the base and optional. The basement waterproofing is an option and not part of the base.

6. We are in the process of registering for DUNS and CAGE code so that we can complete SAM registration. Is it possible to submit a price while this registration is processing? If not, can a one week extension be granted to proposal due date?

Per Solicitation pages 3-4, section d., SAM Registration is required to be considered for award. While you may submit a quote prior to receiving registration, you are not considered eligible for award until you are registered and active in SAM. Please note, if you are not registered by the time that the Government plans to award, your quote will not be considered.