Construction_QA_-_Group_C.docx

SIAD Construction Projects Q&A *****PER FBO, ONLY QUESTIONS SUBMITTED BEFORE 5 PM EST ON AUGUST 7, 2017 DEADLINE WERE ANSWERED. THIS IS THE FINAL Q&A, NO FURTHER QUESTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED*****

1. I'd like to inquire if the Government intends on issuing Instructions to Offerors regarding proposal submission requirements. Does the government just want the SF1442 and section 00 10 00, and if so, is this required to be submitted in hard copy or email?

RESPONSE: Clause 52.215-1, Instructions to Offerors-Competitive Acquisition is included in the solicitation and is incorporated by reference. The proposal must be submitted through FBO.

2. Will any plans and specifications be posted to FBO to correspond with these projects? We have the statements of work for each of the buildings, but need plans and specifications to correctly price the projects.

RESPONSE: Yes, drawings and photos will be posted to FBO.

3. What are the requirements to submit our proposal on these projects? Do you simply want the CLIN schedules returned and, if so, do you want that information submitted electronically or via hard copies? Are there any additional requirements needed, such as general qualifications and/or teaming information, or do you have sufficient information about our company/team from our Sources Sought responses submitted earlier this year?

RESPONSE: All CLINs must be priced out minus the CDRLS and CMR which are Not Separately Priced (NSP). The proposals must be submitted through the FBO website, it's the only acceptable way to submit, emails will not be accepted. No additional information is needed.

4. How are the buildings to be awarded? Will they have simultaneous periods of performance?

RESPONSE: There are three separate solicitations for each group on FBO and each will be awarded to one contractor. The period of performance is the 365 days for each group. Meaning work would have to be finished on the entire group (four per group) in 365 days.

5. Are we required to have separate Superintendent/SSHOs per contract?

RESPONSE: No, you are not required to have separate superintendent/SSHOs per contract.

6. Sections L & M are missing from the RFP sol docs- please advise? Here is an identical RFP we did for B-362 that included the following needed technical info to pick the best 8a contractor:

· Factor 1 - Technical Approach Narrative

· Factor 2 - Experience

· Factor 3 - Network Analysis Schedule

· Factor 4 - Past Performance RESPONSE: Sections L&M are not missing from the solicitation. This is based on price only, we are not evaluating any of the factors listed here.

7. Just wanted to follow-up on the FBO listing - I noticed that the site is not listing "Interested Vendors" for this opportunity (also for Group C and R-0017). Please let me know if that is being updated or will be provided.

RESPONSE: No, it will not be updated or provided.

8. Will any or all new roll up doors be motorized? Will they require power?

RESPONSE: No, they will not require power or be motorized.

9. The SOWs call out specific panels to be replaced. Should I assume any not listed are to remain? Or should I plan to replace all panels and subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes, only panels called out in the SOW need to be replaced; existing panels are to remain.

10. Is there any chance you will be combining solicitations W912GY17R0016, W912GY17R0017 and W912GY17R0018 into one solicitation that we can respond to collectively?

RESPONSE: No, three proposals must be submitted; one proposal per solicitation.

11. Are there proposed lighting plans for any/all of the buildings? The SOW calls them out but I do not seem to have them.

RESPONSE: Yes, drawings will be posted to FBO.

12. Are there any drawings or counts for number of exterior fixtures? Or should I assume every door will get an exterior fixture?

RESPONSE: One over each exterior door.

13. For the warehouses getting heaters, will they have powered exhausts similar to the one in building 351?

RESPONSE: Yes.

14. Are bid bonds going to be required for these solicitations?

RESPONSE: No, only performance bonds will be required.

15. SOW calls out for panels to be Square D or equivalent. Are Siemens panels acceptable to use?

RESPONSE: The final SOWs (posted with the RFPs) do not have any Brand Name or Equal materials listed. Offerors are to supply materials that will fulfill the requirement listed in the SOWs. The SOWs for building 358 (1.3.48), building 360 (1.3.13 & 1.3.58), building 357 (1.3.49), and building 356 (1.3.48) will be amended to remove the Square D or equivalent.

16. How accurate should are fixture counts? Building 355 calls out for only (1) office fixture to be installed.

RESPONSE: The fixture counts are accurate.

17. Is re-use of existing grounding acceptable? Or will new ground rods and pipe grounding be required?

RESPONSE: New ground rods and pipe grounding will be required.

18. The SOW calls out minimum candle power and dimming. Is there a maximum candle power? If so then dimming of fixtures may be required. This is called out in the SOW, but is much more expensive than just turning the fixture on and leaving it as is.

RESPONSE: No. Install the fixtures on its maximum setting. The Government will install dimmers at a later time if required.

19. In building 355, is insulation required in the ceiling?

RESPONSE: No insulation will be required to be installed in the ceiling.

20. Which buildings will get new epoxy flooring?

RESPONSE: The SOWs define which buildings need new flooring.

21. Which buildings will get insulation?

RESPONSE: Each SOW defines the work that needs to be done for its building.

22. Which buildings will get concrete block repairs?

RESPONSE: The SOWs define the work that needs to be done for each building.

23. Which buildings will need to be bottom plate anchored?

RESPONSE: The SOWs define the work that needs to be done for each building.

24. Which buildings will require end wall bracing?

RESPONSE: The SOWs define the work that needs to be done for each building.

25. How many buildings are having the PVC Strip Door installed and what are their locations?

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from all Solicitation with amendments.

26. Building 355 already has new siding on the North exterior wall, do we only need to do the siding for the remaining three walls?

RESPONSE: The SOW says that siding material shall be removed down to the wood that applies to all siding on the building.

27. In building 360 half of the interior walls are covered with plywood, however the SOW asks for insulation and drywall. How do you want to proceed?

RESPONSE: Install insulation and drywall on all areas not covered by plywood.

28. In building 308 does the existing LED lighting need to be replaced, or can the existing lighting be used?

RESPONSE: Any existing task lightening in the building will not need to be moved.

29. Will the flooring be replaced in building 311 under this effort?

RESPONSE: Yes, section 1.3.33 in the SOW and the Epoxy Floor Attachment.

30. Are all the outside doors being replaced in building 311?

RESPONSE: Only as noted on the drawings that will be provided.

31. Will the flooring be replaced in building 355 under this effort?

RESPONSE: Yes, section 1.3.47 in the SOW and the Epoxy Floor Attachment.

32. Is any work being done on the tresses in building 355 under this effort?

RESPONSE: No work will be done to the tresses in building 355.

33. Is only half of building 364 being covered under this effort or is the entire building covered?

RESPONSE: The entire building must be worked.

34. Will there be a second site visit?

RESPONSE: There will not be a second site visit.

35. In building 306, does the existing LED lighting need to be replaced, or can the existing lighting be used?

RESPONSE: Any existing task lightening in the building will not need to be moved.

36. In building 307, can the small square light, currently in half of the building, be used?

RESPONSE: Yes, the small square lights can be used.

37. Will the flooring be replaced in building 309 under this effort?

RESPONSE: Yes, section 1.3.33 in the SOW and the Epoxy Floor Attachment.

38. In building 306, the SOW says the Government will provide all disposal dumpsters. Is this the case or will the Government just provide dumpsters for recyclables, asbestos, etc.?

RESPONSE: Recyclables and asbestos only. An amendment will be done to clear this up.

39. In building 306, there are three office windows. Are these to be replaced by approximately 5'x5' window? Also can the Government provide more detailed specifications for the actual size and type of window requested to be replaced. The existing size of windows is not 5'x5' so this will require additional cost for framing but approximate dimensions is a very vague statement that could lead to great variations in price and quality.

RESPONSE: The windows in this building are fairly new and will not need to be replaced.

40. For building 306, does the Government require guard rails on the North and South side of the building? If so what is the preferred method of installation since there is no existing concrete to anchor to.

RESPONSE: No, they are not required on the North and South side.

41. For building 306, is the Government asking to have a 2-foot-wide section of the dock cut out and then reinstall and dowel in a new 2-foot section? Please elaborate and provide specifications and/or drawings for this task.

RESPONSE: Yes. No drawings are available. A typical doweled in repair would be sufficient to meet industry standard for connecting two slabs.

42. Could the Government provide existing door sizes for building 306 and verify the count on doors in the building? I believe there was seven sliding doors, on the east and west sides.

RESPONSE: This information will be captured on the drawings.

43. Are PVC strips required on all doors in building 306, the current scope states per the SOW.

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from all Solicitation with amendments.

44. In building 307, there are two office windows. Are these to be replaced by approximately 5'x5' window? Also can the Government provide more detailed specifications for the actual size and type of window requested to be replaced. The existing size of windows is not 5'x5' so this will require additional cost for framing but approximate dimensions is a very vague statement that could lead to great variations in price and quality.

RESPONSE: window dimension are 3ft 3 ½ inches x 5ft 2 ½ inches. Replace with same size windows. White vinyl, low E glass, single hung. The SOW will be amended to reflect the correct size.

45. For building 307, is the Government asking to have a 2-foot-wide section of the dock cut out and then reinstall and dowel in a new 2-foot section? Please 3elaborate and provide specifications and/or drawings for this task.

RESPONSE: This information will be captured on the drawings. A typical doweled in repair would be sufficient to meet industry standard for connecting two slabs.

46. Could the Government provide existing door sizes for building 307 and verify the count on doors in the building? I believe there was 13 sliding doors on the east and west sides and two large sliding doors on the north and south side.

RESPONSE: This information will be captured on the drawings.

47. In building 309, there are two office windows. Are these to be replaced by approximately 5'x5' window? Also can the Government provide more detailed specifications for the actual size and type of window requested to be replaced. The existing size of windows is not 5'x5' so this will require additional cost for framing but approximate dimensions is a very vague statement that could lead to great variations in price and quality.

RESPONSE: window dimension are 3ft 3 ½ inches x 5ft 2 ½ inches. Replace with same size windows. White vinyl, low E glass, single hung. The SOWs will be amended to reflect the correct size.

48. For building 309, does the Government require guard rails on the North and South side of the building? If so what is the preferred method of installation since there is no existing concrete to anchor to.

RESPONSE: No, they are not required on the North and South side.

49. For building 309, is the Government asking to have a 2-foot-wide section of the dock cut out and then reinstall and dowel in a new 2-foot section? Please elaborate and provide specifications and/or drawings for this task.

RESPONSE: This information will be captured on the drawings. A typical doweled in repair would be sufficient to meet industry standard for connecting two slabs.

50. For building 309, can the Government provide Exhibit A for the preparation of the existing interior concrete? Is this task just preparing the concrete for the future installation of epoxy flooring treatment, or is this task preparing for and installing the epoxy coating on the floor?

RESPONSE: Preparing for and installing the epoxy coating on the floor. Epoxy Flooring Attachment has been added.

51. Could the Government provide existing door sizes for building 309 and verify the count on doors in the building? I believe there was 16 sliding doors, two larger ones on the ends and 12 smaller on the east and west sides.

RESPONSE: This information will be captured on the drawings.

52. Are PVC strips required on all doors in building 309, the current scope states per the SOW.

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from all Solicitation with amendments.

53. In building 310, there are two office windows. Are these to be replaced by approximately 5'x5' window? Also can the Government provide more detailed specifications for the actual size and type of window requested to be replaced. The existing size of windows is not 5'x5' so this will require additional cost for framing but approximate dimensions is a very vague statement that could lead to great variations in price and quality.

RESPONSE: Window dimension are 3ft 3 ½ inches x 5ft 2 ½ inches. Replace with same size windows. White vinyl, low E glass, single hung. The SOW will be amended to reflect the change.

54. For building 310, does the Government require guard rails on the North and South side of the building? If so what is the preferred method of installation since there is no existing concrete to anchor to.

RESPONSE: No, they are not required on the North and South side.

55. Can you provide clarification on Section 1.3.25 of SOW 310, is the task to remove and replace the whole dock deck on the West side of building 310?

RESPONSE: Yes, the whole dock deck needs to be removed and replaced.

56. Could the Government provide existing door sizes for building 310 and verify the count on doors in the building? I believe there was 14 sliding doors, two larger ones on the ends and 12 smaller on the east and west sides.

RESPONSE: This information will be captured on the drawings.

57. Are PVC strips required on all doors in building 310, the current scope states per the SOW.

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from all Solicitation with amendments.

58. In building 308, the SOW says the Government will provide all disposal dumpsters. Is this the case or will the Government just provide dumpsters for recyclables, asbestos, etc.?

RESPONSE: Recyclables and asbestos only. An amendment will be done to clear this up

59. In building 308, there are several office windows. Are these to be replaced by approximately 5'x5' window? Also can the Government provide more detailed specifications for the actual size and type of window requested to be replaced. The existing size of windows is not 5'x5' so this will require additional cost for framing but approximate dimensions is a very vague statement that could lead to great variations in price and quality.

RESPONSE: The windows in this building are fairly new and will not need to be replaced.

60. For building 308, does the Government require guard rails on the North and South side of the building? If so what is the preferred method of installation since there is no existing concrete to anchor to.

RESPONSE: No, they are not required on the North and South side.

61. For building 308, is the Government asking to have a 2-foot-wide section of the dock cut out and then reinstall and dowel in a new 2-foot section? Please elaborate and provide specifications and/or drawings for this task.

RESPONSE: Yes. No drawings are available. A typical doweled in repair would be sufficient to meet industry standard for connecting two slabs.

62. Can the Government verify that ramps need replacing for building 308, several of them look in very good shape?

RESPONSE: The ramps will not need to be replaced. An amendment will be done to remove this requirement.

63. Can the Government verify the count of sliding doors in building 308 that need to be replaced and provide the opening sizes? It looks like the large end doors were not counted for replacement.

RESPONSE: This will be captured in the drawings.

64. In building 311, there are several office windows. Are these to be replaced by approximately 5'x5' window? Also can the Government provide more detailed specifications for the actual size and type of window requested to be replaced. The existing size of windows is not 5'x5' so this will require additional cost for framing but approximate dimensions is a very vague statement that could lead to great variations in price and quality.

RESPONSE: These windows are fairly new and will not need to be replaced.

65. For building 311, is the Government asking to have a 2-foot-wide section of the dock cut out and then reinstall and dowel in a new 2-foot section? Please elaborate and provide specifications and/or drawings for this task.

RESPONSE: Yes. No drawings are available. A typical doweled in repair would be sufficient to meet industry standard for connecting two slabs.

66. For building 311, can the Government provide Exhibit A for the preparation of the existing interior concrete? Is this task just preparing the concrete for the future installation of epoxy flooring treatment, or is this task preparing for and installing the epoxy coating on the floor?

RESPONSE: preparing for and installing the epoxy coating on the floor.

67. Can the Government verify the count of sliding doors in building 311 that need to be replaced and provide the opening sizes?

RESPONSE: This will be captured in the drawings.

68. New siding has already been installed on the North side of building 355. Does the Government want the contractor to remove this siding and dispose of and replace with new siding?

RESPONSE: No.

69. In building 355 the current side walls are 2”x4”, yet this item calls for R-19 insulation which would typically be in a thicker wall. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Install R-11. The SOW will be amended to reflect this change.

70. Are PVC strips required on all doors in building 355, the current scope states per the SOW.

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from all Solicitation with amendments.

71. For building 355, can the Government provide the Appendices noted for the gas lines?

RESPONSE: This is a typo. The SOW will be amended to reflect this change.

72. For building 355, will the Government be providing mechanical drawings to reflect the thermos cycler heaters?

RESPONSE: No drawings are available.

73. For building 355, will any taping or finishing be required for the drywall?

RESPONSE: Yes. Tape joints and screws. Smooth finish and paint.

74. For building 355, the engineered bracing is already installed on the North end of the structure; does the Government consider this task complete for the North side?

RESPONSE: Yes.

75. For building 364, can the Government provide drawings for the required structural bracing for the end walls?

RESPONSE: Drawings will be provided.

76. Building 364 already has drywall installed, does the Government want this drywall removed and new drywall installed?

RESPONSE: No, there is no requirement for the drywall. An amendment will be done to remove this requirement.

77. For building 364, can the Government provide Exhibit A for the preparation of the existing interior concrete? Is this task just preparing the concrete for the future installation of epoxy flooring treatment, or is this task preparing for and installing the epoxy coating on the floor?

RESPONSE: task preparing for and installing the epoxy coating on the floor. The Epoxy floor attachment has been added.

78. In building 356, the SOW says the Government will provide all disposal dumpsters. Is this the case or will the Government just provide dumpsters for recyclables, asbestos, etc.?

RESPONSE: Recyclables and asbestos only. An amendment will be done to clear this up.

79. For building 356, the engineered bracing is already installed on the North end of the structure; does the Government consider this task complete for the North side?

RESPONSE: Yes.

80. Are PVC strips required on all doors in building 356, the current scope states per the SOW.

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from all Solicitation with amendments.

81. New siding has already been installed on the North side of building 356. Does the Government want the contractor to remove this siding and dispose of and replace with new siding?

RESPONSE: No

82. In building 357 the current side walls are 2”x4”, yet this item calls for R-19 insulation which would typically be in a thicker wall. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Install R-11. The SOW will be amended to reflect this change.

83. Building 357 has large, tall, rollup doors in the center of the north and south side walls. These door heights may interfere with the current bracing design. Will the government provide the specific design for this building? There are also offices and HVAC ducts that may interfere with the current design and installation procedures. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Drawings will be provided.

84. In building 358 the current side walls are 2”x4”, yet this item calls for R-19 insulation which would typically be in a thicker wall. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Install R-11. The SOW will be amended to reflect this change.

85. Building 358 has large, tall, rollup doors in the center of the north and south side walls. These door heights may interfere with the current bracing design. Will the government provide the specific design for this building? There are also offices and HVAC ducts that may interfere with the current design and installation procedures. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Drawings will be provided.

86. In building 360 the current side walls are 2”x4”, yet this item calls for R-19 insulation which would typically be in a thicker wall. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Install R-11. The SOW will be amended to reflect this change.

87. Building 360 has large, tall, rollup doors in the center of the north and south side walls. These door heights may interfere with the current bracing design. Will the government provide the specific design for this building? There are also offices and HVAC ducts that may interfere with the current design and installation procedures. Please clarify.

RESPONSE: Drawings will be provided.

88. Specifically pertaining to Buildings 306, 307, 309:

Per SOW Item 1.3.25, it states to remove and replace old damaged concrete at each dock on east and west sides. This will consist of an approximately 2-foot wide section on each dock edge and the dock face. What does “and the dock face” refer to? Are we removing the dock face concrete from the wall down to the asphalt and reconstructing it along with 2 feet of deck on top of it, or just the 2-foot wide deck top?

RESPONSE: Yes, remove and replace.

89. Are all existing subpanels in every building to be replaced with new 225 AMP panels?

RESPONSE: No.

90. Are we to replace existing lighting on a 1 for 1 basis in all buildings? If not, please provide a lighting drawing identifying what lights are to be replaced, the lights that are to be removed but not replaced, and what locations are to have new lights installed where none existed before.

RESPONSE: Drawings will be provided.

91. You have listed very detailed specification for the lighting fixtures. Can we have the make & model for the lighting fixtures specified and will "or equal" fixtures be allowed?

RESPONSE: The lighting fixtures must me the specifications in the Scopes of Work.

92. For building 311, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes.

93. For building 355, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes.

94. For building 364, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes.

95. Is a new subpanel to be installed on the North East wall of building 364?

RESPONSE: yes. Refer to drawings once made available.

96. Section 1.3.50 of SOW 355 reference installing new thermocycler heaters in building 351, is this a typo?

RESPONSE: Yes. It should read 355.

97. For building 306, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes.

98. For building 307, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

99. For building 309, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

100. For building 310, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

101. Section 1.3.50 of SOW 360 reference installing new thermocycler heaters in building 351, is this a typo?

RESPONSE: Yes

102. For building 360, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

103. For building 356, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

104. For building 358, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

105. For building 357, will the existing feeder conduit and wiring be re-used from the MDP to the replaced subpanels?

RESPONSE: Yes

106. Per Section 1.3.64 of SOW 357, please provide the location and quantities of the new exterior GFCI receptacles.

RESPONSE: Drawings will be provided.

107. For building 357, does the new subpanel “S” have any electrical loads under this SOW?

RESPONSE: Only as specified in the drawings.

108. Per Section 1.3.64 of SOW 358, what is to be installed above the air curtain / strip doors (QTY 6)? Also please provide the locations for transformers, safety switches, and subpanels. Section 1.3.64 of SOW 358 references new subpanels E&J, is there an additional unnamed 277/480 panel on the South West wall of building 358?

RESPONSE: The requirement for PVC Strips will be removed from the Solicitation with amendments. Refer to drawings sent regarding electrical.

109. Per Section 1.3.64 of SOW 358, please provide the location and quantities of the new exterior GFCI receptacles.

RESPONSE: There is no requirement for exterior GFCI receptacles. An amendment will be done to remove the requirement.

110. Per Section 1.3.64 of SOW 358, please provide the location of the three government provided lift tables.

RESPONSE: There is no requirement for lift tables. An amendment will be done to remove the requirement.