Pre-Award_RFI_1_20160719.doc

W912JD-16-B-2001

18 July 2016

Point of Contract:

MSgt Jason Edwards

Contract Specialist jason.m.edwards.mil@mail.mil Tel: (207) 404-7107 Project Title and No:

Add./Alter. Fire, Crash, Rescue Station; FKNN059220 The purpose of this amendment is:

1. Address Requests for Information (RFI’s) received as a result of the pre-bid conference/site visit and contractor reviews of the plans and specifications. This is a running document and the final document will be incorporated by amendment prior to bid opening.

Please remember to acknowledge receipt of this Amendment on the original Invitation for Bid (IFB) Form in the appropriate block.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged by this amendment.

Q1.

There are drawings in the bid set that are stamped “Not for Construction” dated March 28, 2016. Are we to use these drawings for our price proposal?

A1.

As mentioned as the pre-construction conference and site visit the plans and specifications dated 28 March 2016 would be replaced with final plans and specifications. The Final plans and specifications dated 14 June 2016 were uploaded to FBO.gov on 13 July 2016. The plans and specifications dated 14 June 2016 shall be used for price proposal and performance of construction.

Q2.

Spec Section 232113 (Hydronic Heating) paragraph 3.1.A.1 and 3.1.B.1 require that copper joints be brazed instead of soldered, is it really necessary to have brazed joints?

A2.

Not necessary to have brazed joints. Joints can be soldered.

Q3.

Do you know which drawing the "Cutout dimensional characters" are on?

A3.

"Cutout dimensional characters" are meant to reflect exterior Bay #'s on the Overhead doors. They are found on A-201 & A-202.

Q4.

Page 1 of the SF1442 states time of completion is 540 CD, page 40 states it is 365 days.

A4.

The period of performance is 540 calendar days. The correction to FAR 52.211-10 has been incorporated into this amendment.

Q5.

Page 13 referenced Davis Bacon Wage Determination website, which when used, the date of the Determination is 7/1/16. Page 59 thru 64 of the SF1442 provides a Davis Bacon Wage Determination that is dated 4/1/16.

A5.

The most current Davis Bacon Wage Determination will be used. At the time of the Invitation for Bid, 4/1/16 was the most recent determination. This amendment incorporates the 7/1/16 determination.

Q6.

There doesn’t appear to be a requirement for Builder’s Risk Insurance. Please confirm that the General Contractor it is not required to provide BR Insurance for this project.

A6.

Builders risk is not required.

Q7.

Metal Lockers 105113: 2.3-I calls for recessed door handle and latch, but 2.3-J calls for a projecting turn handle and latch. Please confirm the desired handle and latch.

A7.

2.3-I calls for recessed door handle and latch is the correct option. 2.3-J should have been deleted.

Q8.

Metal Lockers 105113: 2.3-P calls for a continuous Z base, but is shown in the elevations and details on a plywood base with a tile face. Please confirm desired base condition.

A8.

2.3-P, continuous Z base should be removed from specs. Drawings indicating section details with raised/tiled base is the desired detail.

Q9.

Drawing A603 Window and Storefront Types: Please provide clarification as to which of the elevations are storefront and which are aluminum windows. For example, elevation E10 is depicted as a window, but detail 1/A322 depicts it as a storefront.

A9.

A-603 is correct, as it shows Window types above the Header title "Window Types". Storefronts are labeled and located to the right of the window Schedule, but with "SF" designations Q10.

Reference drawing P-101. There is a new ¾” domestic HW recirculation line that begins in the ceiling of Conference Room 105 off the 1” domestic HW line. Should a balancing valve be installed there to control the hot water recirculation volume?

A10.

A balancing valve is not necessary in the hot water recalculation loop. There is a recirculation pump located in the boiler room that is controlled by an aqua-stat. The pump turns on/off to maintain the temperature of the aqua-stat. Nothing is achieved by adding a constriction (balancing valve) in the loop.

Q11.

Temporary Facilities & Controls 015000-3.4-I-4: Will temporary standpipes and hoses actually be required for temporary fire protection?

A11.

This is not anticipated as part of the proposed work, but they are included in the Specification to clearly establish them as Contractor responsibilities in the event they become necessary.

Q12.

Temporary Facilities and Controls 015000 & Closeout Procedures 017700: Both specifications make reference to pest control services, pest control field reports and pest control final inspection reports. Is there a specific expectation for pest control needs on this project?

A12.

This is not anticipated as part of the proposed work, but they are included in the Specification to clearly establish them as Contractor responsibilities in the event they become necessary.

Q13.

E104, Key Note 4 calls for a surface mount fixture on GWB for the base bid. However AD122 and A112 are showing ACT ceiling. Please confirm existing ceiling type and desired fixture mounting for base bid and alternate.

A13.

Disregard note for surface mount fixture. Existing ceiling is ACT; ABI #3 is to replace ACT in-kind. In either case, a recessed fixture will be required.

Q14.

E104, Key Note 1 in room 205 call for a recessed downlight. The L fixture shown does not match the application. Should this be a K fixture which is a recessed can and there are none shown currently?

A14.

The fixtures identified by Keyed Note #1 in Room 205 shall be Type K fixtures (recessed downlight) for installation into gypsum soffit.

Q15.

E104, Key Note 6 is shown in Bunk Rooms 221-237 but the 3-way switches and “In Use” lights are gray as if they are existing. In Bunk rooms 238-240, the switched and IU’s are black, as if new but there is no note. Please confirm our scope of work where note 6 is located and in Bunks 238-240? If we are to provide in “in use” lights, please specify a model?

A15.

Keyed Note #6 shall also apply to Bunk/Toilet Rooms 238-240. Provide In-Use light new for these rooms. Fixture shall be similar to existing Bunk Rooms. Use RT Technologies product LEDS-RIU-2W as basis-of-design product.

Q16.

E102, Note 4; does this note refer to the 12 exterior on circuits diamond 4 & 5? ED102 does not indicate to salvage these fixtures.

A16.

Exterior building-mounted fixtures are existing to remain. See Note #3 on Sheet ED-102. Fixtures are to be temporarily removed - if required - to accommodate building siding replacement. Exterior building fixtures are controlled via photocell through lighting contactor, in conjunction with Note #4 on Sheet E-102.

Q17.

E102, Note 8; should we provide a metering device for 2 circuits – Keynotes 1 and 3? Please specify the desired metering device.

A17.

(Assume this should be Note #7 on Sheet E-102, re: metering exterior lighting) Use AcuAmp current transducer as a basis-of-design metering device. Device shall be capable of outputting a signal to building management system for recording.

Q18.

E102, Vehicle Bays: Please clarify the switching scheme in this area? There are no zones indicated and each OS is adjacent to fixtures on 2 or 3 circuits. Could we consider getting the D fixture with an integral occupancy sensor?

A18.

For bidding, please consider Type D fixture with integral occupancy sensor.

Q19.

C104, Key Note 7; should we provide 1” with 3-#10 for site lighting circuit?

A19.

Yes, that is acceptable. Keyed Note #1 on Sheet E-102 covers this lighting circuit.

Q20.

C104, Key Note 8; assuming the 6 new pole lights are the BB fixture on the E502 schedule? Please provide more info on this fixture; wattage, mounting height?

A20.

New pole lights are Type BB fixture on Sheet E-502 schedule. Fixture shall match existing pole-mount fixtures. As basis-of-design, use Cree OSQ Symmetric Type V, 215-watt, 5700K. Existing pole-mount fixture shall be confirmed with Contracting Officer upon contract award.

Q21.

C104, Key Note 6; please confirm that we should provide 5-1” conduits to the security turnstile as per Key Note 9 on E101? Please advise if there are PA devices and required cabling at the turnstile; none is shown? Please advise if we should include any communications or security system cabling to the turnstile?

A21.

Provide (5) 1" conduits as indicated by Keyed Note #9 on Sheet E-101. Security system is by Government in future - provide pull strings for all spare/future use conduits. Provide PA speaker at gate with associated wiring.

Q22.

C104, Key Note 5; Please advise what the electrical contractors scope is for this item? What is the existing duct bank; size and quantity of conduits? What is the existing cabling, where does each cable run from/to, and what is the intent to do with the cabling?

A22.

Contractor will be required to coordinate and complete the relocation of the existing communications manhole. Existing duct bank, size and quantity of conduits are unknown. It is our understanding the line (s) service the FAA tower. Existing cabling is being researched by Base Communications. Drawings will be posted to FBO.gov.

Q23.

C104, there is a callout in the middle of the sheet “relocate existing utility pole and overhead electric”. Please advise what the electrical contractor’s scope is regarding this item? What is the hardware or equipment on the pole and what cabling does it support?

A23.

Contractor is required to coordinate and complete relocation of two existing utility poles. Poles are owned by Emera Maine and/or Fairpoint Communications. We believe these provide power to the existing Fire, Crash/Rescue Station and adjacent Taxiway lighting.

Q24.

260553-2.1 and 3.1-A mentions MC Cable, but 260519 does not. Will MC Cable be acceptable for all concealed wiring? Or will MC be allowed for drops to devices in existing walls and 6’ whips to fixtures?

A24.

MC cable will be allowed for new and existing wall cavities and lighting fixture whips. Above ceiling shall be conduit.

Q25.

262416-1.4-A-1 regarding studies: Do we need to provide studies for the 1 panel that we are adding to the existing distribution system, or provide studies on the complete existing system?

A25.

Study is only required for new panel P3.

Q26.

The millwork plans indicate plastic laminate tops, as do the specifications, but the detail sections refer to solid surface. Please confirm desired surfaces.

A26.

Follow the specifications direction to use plastic laminate surface, not solid surfacing.

Q27.

Please confirm that the Maine Air National Guard will not allow substitutions for Sargent 8200 Mortise Lock Campus, Sargent 8800 Exit Device Campus, and Sargent Interchangeable Core Key System.

A27.

Correct. Sargent is a brand name requirement as indicated in Section 00100 INSTRUCTIONS of the Invitation for Bid. No substitution or deviation will be authorized.

Q28.

Drawing P-501 – Typical HVAC Condensate Piping detail indicated that condensate piping is PVC. Spec section 232113, para 3.1.D states that the condensate piping is to be copper tube. Please clarify.

A28.

Pending

Q29.

Please provide requirements for the FAA Clash Alarm (Klaxon) and FAA Alert Alarms shown on drawings E101 and E03 including specifications, wiring requirements, etc.

A29.

Pending

Q30.

Please provide riser diagrams for the Communications and Public Address Systems.

A30.

Pending

Q31.

Reference Note 4 on drawing E-101. Please elaborate on this note if the requirements are beyond the specific exterior wall mounted speakers shown on drawing E-101.

A31.

Pending

Q32.

Reference demolition note #9 on drawing ED-103. Do these conduits contain existing wiring? If so, please identify the wiring, source, etc.

A32.

Pending

Q33.

The new windows on the North Elevation are required to meet AT/FP blast hazard mitigation per UFC-010-01 as noted in spec 085113. Other than replacement of wood blocking, there are no upgrades to the existing exterior walls. Is the Contractor to assume the existing exterior walls are structurally sufficient to meet the AT/FP window installation?

A33.

Pending

Q34.

We cannot find a specification for the aluminum diamond wall plate shown on drawings A-401 and A-404. Please provide.

A34.

Pending

Q35.

We cannot find a specification for the industrial steel shelving that is shown on drawing A-101, keynote #5.

A35.

Pending

Q36.

Corner guards are noted to be installed in the circulation corridors. Please clarify what are circulation corridors.

A36.

Pending

Q37.

Roof Spec 075423, para 3.8.B states that the concrete roof pavers are to be installed with 3” space between adjacent pavers. Detail 3 on drawing A-332 notes that the concrete pavers are to be installed on a pedestal system and drawing A-114 plan indicates that the pavers are to be installed without a gap between the pavers. Please clarify the roof paver installation and pedestal system.

A37.

Pending

Q38.

Detail 6 on A-405 shows a TV wall mount bracket but we cannot find a specification for it. Please provide.

A38.

Pending

Q39.

Note 5 on drawing A-601 requires the Contractor to inspect all existing doors, frames and hardware. Please confirm that the Contractor inspects only and is not required to carry any repair work at this time.

A39.

Pending

Q40.

E101, Key Notes 4 and 6: What is CFCI Smartboard? Is it “contractor furnished contractor installed”? If we are to provide the Smartboard, please specify?

A40.

Pending

Q41.

E101, Keynote 8 is shown next to a GB2 symbol (2-gang box)? Please provide more information as to what is required such as part numbers and wiring diagram? Or are we just to provide rough-in to the box?

A41.

Pending Q42.

E101, Key Note 10; Please confirm that we are only to provide power to the VES devices and the controller? Is there a switching device for each VES at the control panel (do the conductors need to run thru the CP)? Is the EC responsible for control cabling, or the controls contractor?

A42.

Pending

Q43.

E101, Note 4: Please provide more information as to what is required? Does each lighting pole get 1 speaker; what mounting height? Do we need more the building mounted exterior speakers shown for “exterior building areas”? Is the conduit for PA in Key Note 9 for the pole mount speakers, or does this go to the security turnstile?

A43.

Pending Q44.

E01 Note 6: Please confirm if we should delete the DF’s as indicated in E603 Unit Heater Schedule note 1?

A44.

Pending

Q45.

Refer to drawing A603, are widows E1, E4, E5 and E9 to receive BOTH shades and verticals?

A45.

Pending

Q46.

From RFI Log, #23, Regarding the Existing Utility Pole and Overhead Electric Relocation: Will the owner cover the Emera/Fairpoint fees? If the contractor is to cover fees, could an allowance be established? Also, is there any underground conduit/cabling turning up at this pole? If so, please describe size, type, from-to?

A46.

Pending. Government will respond to first portion of question. Colby Co. will respond to the rest.

Q47.

Drawing A-601 door schedule shows sectional doors, elevation sheet A-201 & A-202 show sectional but under keyed noted call out roll-up. Spec header is sectional and, R-value is sectional, thickness is sectional but under Door Assembly Overhead model 627 is coiling (roll-up) door. Please clarify.

A47.

Pending

Q48.

Have not located the “Existing Hazardous Material Information” could those be made available through the FBO site?

A48.

Pending

Q49.

Drawing A-113 Note 9 specifies Stainless Steel floor grates, Specification 124816 2.3B calls for aluminum. Please advise which is correct.

A49.

Pending

Q50.

Drawing A-503 Det 1 Drawing specifies galvanized embed and Specification 124816 2.4 says to match grating material. Please advise which is correct.

A50.

Pending

Q51.

Specification124816 2.3.B.1.a specifies Aluminum Color: As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors and color densities. This says industry colors as opposed to manufacturers colors, could this include custom colors?

A51.

Pending.

Q52.

Specification 076200 1.5.E.4 specifies Anodized Aluminum Samples: Samples to show full range to be expected for each color required. This section is under submittals but the specification does not give a color requirement. Please advise if color is from manufacturer standard or custom.

A52.

Pending

Q53.

Specification 084113 2.10A specifies Baked-Enamel or Powder-Coat Finish: AAMA 2603 except with a minimum dry film thickness of 1.5 mils. Comply with coating manufacturer's written instructions for cleaning, conversion coating, and applying and baking finish. The exposed aluminum for storefront appears to be custom coating with no color chosen, is it the intent that all exposed aluminum will match this custom color?

A53.

Pending

Q54.

Drawing A-401 Shows aluminum diamond plate wall covering. It seems there is no spec section or product information regarding this.

A54.

Pending

Q55.

Drawing S-502 #5 shows an aluminum handrail welded to a steel beam. Aluminum and steel cannot be welded together.

A55.

Pending

Q56.

Drawing C-502 #4 shows a steel post with aluminum rails. Again aluminum and steel cannot be welded together.

A56.

Pending

Q57.

Drawing S-102 Column line A.75 shows HSS 5x5x3/4 in several locations. Square tubing of this wall thickness is not available. 5/8” thick is the thickest available in that size.

A57.

Pending

Q58.

Drawing S-102 Section 1/501 seems to be mislabeled.

A58.

Pending

Q59.

Drawing C-502 Detail 6 shows to use Stainless Steel Nosing’s. Spec section 055000 2.8A. Stair nosing’s are to be cast aluminum. Please specify a make and model and material you would like for the nosing’s. These can greatly vary in cost.

A59.

Pending

Q60.

Regarding Window Treatments: A102 shows 20 sections for window E10, A201 shows 24 section, which is desired?

A60.

Pending

Q61.

Regarding Window Treatments: How are the window treatments to be divided for window E10, specifically how to avoid the building columns? Shall each bay be treated separately?

A61.

Pending

Q62.

Regarding Window Treatments: A102, Room 205 – Window E9 is not sectioned like the window elevations, is this to be treated as a one track unit or will each bay receive its own vertical? Same question for the shades.

A62.

Pending

Q63.

The final project specifications and drawings were posted to FBO. What changes were made from the pre-final, B2 plans and specifications?

A63.

Modifications from the B2 to the B3 submission for the Fire, Crash/rescue Station project were completed in response to the Government review comments received 5/17/16. One additional plan sheet was added to the set, Sheet P502, Sanitary Vent and Riser Diagrams. Additional Specification sections included 074113.16 - Standing Seam Metal Roof Panels, 236313 - Air Cooled Refrigerant Condensers, and 283500 - Refrigerant Detection and Alarm. Specification section 238126 - Split System Air Conditioners was removed.

Q64.

Please advise if widows E1, E4, E5 and E9 are to receive BOTH shades and verticals. Intent is unclear.

A64.

Pending

Q65.

A-102 --- Rm 205 ---- do not see that window Type E9 is sectioned off--- is this correct? A) Are these to be treated as one track unit? Or each bay to receive its own vertical? B) ALSO if shades are desired for this window, same question?

A65.

Pending

Q66.

A-102 ---- has 20 sections for E10; A-201 ---- shows 24 sections. Which is right?

A66.

Pending

Q67.

Shelving and clothes rods. Where do the rod and shelf apply?

A67.

Pending

Q68.

Due to the timing of the final specifications and plans, will the bid date be extended?

A68.

The bid date will not be extended.

Q69.

In reference to drawings A-602, A-602 & A-604, the storefront is specified as 451UT which is a double thermally broken system that is blast tested and is only available as center glazed as shown on details 7, 8, 9 on A-604. However, page A-603 Window Schedule calls for front glazed on all storefront. At the same time page A-602 shows front set storefront door framing (details 4 and 5). The spec also asks for 451UT front glazed, which is not an available product. Possible solution: SF1, SF1A, SF2 and SF3 should be 451UT or similar brand center glazed storefront. All window types should actually be 451T VG storefront (which is front set) with operable 8225TL windows as drawn.

A69.

Pending

Q70.

In reference to drawings A-604, A-332, A-313 & A-314, the window specification calls for 8225TL operable project out windows. In RFI #1 the windows are said to all be 8225TL, some fixed and some operable which matches the details on A-604. However page A-332 detail 1 shows one of these same windows as front set storefront, not an 8225TL window, pages A-313 and A-314 show these windows as either front set storefront or curtainwall. To add to the confusion, window E10 is drawn connected to SF3 at the corner where they meet? There isn’t a detail for this and I don’t have any idea how this would work other than by building a corner post in the building that the two framing types are butted up to on either side. Possible solution: Just to throw it out there, the 8225TL window can be build many ways. It can be an operable window installed into storefront, or it can be a window in and of itself. 451UT storefront is only available as center glazed. 451T VG (front/back set) is blast tested.

A70.

Pending

Q71.

Specification Section 283500 has been added to the revised specifications issued on 7/13/16 for refrigerant detection and alarms; however, the drawings do not show any of this system. Please provide corresponding drawings to show device quantities and locations for this system on the electrical drawings.

A71.

Pending Q72.

ABI #3 scope includes replacing floor material at Stairwell No. 1 second floor landing and Stairwell No. 2 first floor and second floor landing. There is no indication of any new flooring at the intermediate stair landing or stair treads and risers. Please confirm that intermediate landings, stair treads and risers are not scheduled for new floor finishes.

A72.

Pending

Q73.

Drawing A-603 Window Schedule lists the windows as being hollow metal (HM) framed. The details and specification indicate aluminum. Please confirm.

A73.

Pending

Q74.

Drawing A-113, Keynote 1 requires the installation of new yellow reflective warning lines prior to new clear coat slip resistant concrete sealer. The drawings do not indicate where the required warning lines are to be installed.

A74.

Pending

Q75.

Drawing A-114, Keynote 16 states that existing carpet tile to remain (Dining/Living/Day Room 210). Replace damaged tiles or required additional tiles to match existing carpet. How is the contractor to quantify the amount of carpet tile to be replaced?

A75.

Pending

Q76.

Please give a location of the shelf and rod detail (6/A-411) we cannot find where these are being called for.

A76.

Pending