W912P826QA016 AM_0002 attachments.pdf

W912P826QA016 – Warehouse Restroom Remodel

Consolidated RFI Questions & Answers

Bid Schedule

1. Will the bid due date be extended given that RFI responses are due today at 10:00 AM, allowing contractors adequate time to review responses and prepare proposals?

• Answer: The current due date is June 22nd at 10:00AM Local Time.

General Scope & Existing Conditions

2. Please confirm the total number of restrooms being renovated.

• Answer: Three (3) restrooms.

3. Can the Government confirm the approximate size and square footage of the restrooms?

• Answer:

o Women's Office Restroom: 36 SF o Men's Office Restroom: 39 SF o Warehouse Restroom: 43 SF

4. Please confirm the total number of toilets to be replaced.

• Answer: Three (3).

5. Please confirm the total number of urinals to be replaced.

• Answer: None (0).

6. Please confirm the total number of faucets to be replaced.

• Answer: Three (3)

Vanities

7. How many vanity cabinets with sinks are required?

• Answer: Three (3).

8. What color vanity is required?

• Answer: Match the current.

9. Will any vanities be required to be ADA compliant?

• Answer: Yes.

Plumbing

10. Please confirm fixture replacement scope per restroom and whether matching brands/models are required throughout all three restrooms or if contractor-selected commercial-grade equivalents are acceptable.

• Answer: Contractor selected commercial grade equivalent

11. Are commercial-grade flushometer valve toilets required, or are tank-type residential-style replacements acceptable?

• Answer: Contractor selected commercial grade equivalent

12. Is the contractor required to bring all exposed plumbing components from the wall stub-out to the new fixtures into full code compliance?

• Answer: Yes.

13. Regarding the existing Rheem point-of-use water heater under the Warehouse Restroom vanity, should it:

• Remain and be reused?

• Be replaced?

• Be removed?

• Answer: Remove and replace with similar commercial grade or equivalent.

Water Fountains

14. Please confirm there are only two (2) water fountains.

• Answer: Yes.

15. Are the existing water fountains floor-mounted or wall-mounted?

• Answer: Both.

16. Will the new water fountains require bottle-filling stations?

• Answer: Yes.

17. Are the existing fountains located inside the restrooms?

• Answer: No.

18. Are the existing electrical feeds functioning and available for connection of the new water fountains?

• Answer: Yes.

19. Does the Government have preferred manufacturers/models for the new water fountains, or are contractor-selected commercial-grade equivalents acceptable?

• Answer: Elkay brand or commercial grade equivalent.

20. Will modifications to existing plumbing, drain, or electrical services be required at either fountain location?

• Answer: Potential modifications may be required.

Exhaust Fans & Lighting

21. Please confirm the total number of exhaust fans required.

• Answer: Three (3).

22. For the two Office Restrooms, must new exhaust fans be ducted to the exterior or are ductless/recirculating units acceptable?

• Answer: Use what is currently there.

23. What are the required CFM and sone ratings for the exhaust fans?

• Answer: Up to contractor to figure that out per square foot of the area.

24. What is the scope for the existing recessed 2x4 fluorescent fixtures in the Office Restrooms?

• Remain

• Relamp

• Replace with LED panels

• Answer: Remain.

Electrical

25. Please confirm scope includes replacement of switches, receptacles, and cover plates as identified during the site visit.

26. Are contractors expected to bring all restroom receptacles into current NEC-compliant GFCI protection?

• Answer: Yes.

27. What type of light switches are desired?

• Toggle

• Rocker

• Dimmer

• Motion

• Smart

• Answer: Rocker

Accessories

28. Are there a total of three (3) paper towel holders?

• Answer: Yes.

29. Are there a total of three (3) toilet paper holders?

• Answer: Yes.

30. Are restroom accessories required to be mounted at ADA-compliant heights?

• Answer: Yes.

31. Are existing mirrors to remain?

• Answer: Yes.

32. Is there a specific brand/model desired for restroom accessories to maintain consistency with existing facility supplies?

• Answer: Similar to the current or commercial grade equivalent.

33. What is the required treatment of existing in-wall combination dispensers, waste receptacles, and seat-cover dispensers?

• Answer: Replace them and make any repairs needed.

34. Are soap dispensers, grab bars, and other accessories included in the replacement scope or to remain in place?

35. How should the existing coin-operated sanitary napkin dispenser be handled?

• Remove and patch wall

• Remain

• Replace with free-vend unit

• Answer: Replace with free-vend unit.

Ceilings / Fire Protection / HVAC

36. Please confirm that only ceiling tiles are to be replaced and no ceiling grid replacement is required.

• Answer: Yes, only ceiling tiles are to be replaced.

37. Please specify the required ceiling tile size, style, and type.

• Answer: Same as what is currently there.

38. Are smoke detectors present within the restroom spaces?

• Answer: No.

39. Are sprinkler heads present within the restroom spaces?

• Answer: Yes.

40. Is the contractor's scope limited to replacing ceiling tiles around existing penetrations without modifying sprinkler, HVAC, or fire alarm systems?

• Answer: Yes.

41. Will work near fire alarm devices require coordination with the fire alarm vendor, AHJ, or both?

• Answer: No, but the contractor will make ensure the fire alarms are not set off.

42. If testing or reinspection is required, will the Government arrange and pay for it or will it be the contractor's responsibility?

• Answer: Contractor’s responsibility

Painting:

43. Please provide paint color requirements.

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• Answer: Similar to what is currently there.

44. Please provide paint finish (flat, eggshell, semi-gloss) and manufacturer/specification requirements.

• Answer: Similar to what is currently there.

45. Please confirm painting is limited to Warehouse Restroom surfaces and associated patching.

• Answer: Yes and any wall repairs, within the restrooms.

Accessibility (ABAAS)

46. Are any restrooms designated as ADA/ABAAS compliant, and must accessories remain compliant after replacement?

• Answer: Yes.

47. Is widening the Warehouse Restroom door included in the project scope?

• Answer: No.

48. What is the current ABAAS designation for each restroom?

• Answer: All work shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local building codes, including the National Electrical Code (NEC) and ABAAS accessibility requirements.

49. Must the contractor verify continued ABAAS compliance after fixture and accessory replacement?

• Answer: Yes.

Construction Logistics

50. What are the ceiling heights of each restroom?

• Answer: 8'-0" for all three restrooms.

51. Must at least one restroom remain operational during the 45-calendar-day construction period?

• Answer: Yes, at least one bathroom should remain operational or contractor shall provide a portable restroom.

52. If phasing is required, what sequence must be followed?

• Answer: Not required. See "phasing and logistics" section in SOW.

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53. May the contractor use the facility's existing dumpster for construction debris?

54. Must portable restrooms be provided for staff during construction?

• Answer: Yes.

55. What is the designated contractor staging and storage area?

• Answer: In front of warehouse.

56. What parking accommodation is available for contractor vehicles and equipment?

• Answer: In front of warehouse.

57. Will plumbing work require building-wide or zone water shutdowns and are there timing restrictions?

• Answer: Depends, if needed.

Evaluation & Contract Administration

58. Can a single supervisor fulfill the roles of Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, and

SSHO?

• Answer: Yes, as long as they are present during the job.

59. Due to the 45-calendar-day performance period, are submittals required?

• Answer: No.

60. If submittals are required, is review time included within the 45-calendar-day performance period?

• Answer: No.

61. Will RMS be utilized for this project?

• Answer: No.

62. What are the evaluation factors and their relative importance?

• Answer: : The Government intends to award to the lowest priced, responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the solicitation requirements

63. Will award be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) or Best Value Tradeoff?

• Answer: : The Government intends to award to the lowest priced, responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the solicitation requirements

64. Will Notice to Proceed be issued concurrently with award or after a separate review period?

• Answer: No. A notice to proceed will not be issued.

Labor Standards & Risk Allocation

65. Which labor standard applies to this project: FAR 52.222-41 (Service Contract Labor Standards) or Davis-Bacon Act (FAR 52.222-6)?

• Answer: Service Contract Act WD #: 2015-5189

66. Does FAR 52.236-2 (Differing Site Conditions) apply to this contract?

• Answer: No.

67. How will unforeseen concealed conditions such as corroded piping, hazardous materials, or hidden code deficiencies be addressed?

• Answer: The contractor will notify the Government Representative of any potential issues.

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SCOPE OF WORK

Warehouse restroom remodel

Work is located at the USACE New Orleans District Facility located at 7400 Leake Ave, New Orleans, LA. Building 816

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The scope of work includes renovation of three (3) restrooms located in the office area and main warehouse. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals required to complete the work in accordance with this SOW.

Work includes, but is not limited to:

• Install new plumbing fixtures

• Install new restroom accessories

• Replace ceiling tiles only (existing grid shall remain)

• Install new exhaust fan/light combination units utilizing existing venting configuration

• Remove unused wall-mounted objects and patch affected areas

• Patch, prime, and paint walls (Warehouse restroom only)

• Replace electrical switches, receptacles, and cover plates

• Install new vanity cabinets and sinks

• Replace drinking fountains with Elkay or similar brand water bottle-filling fountains with internal filtration

• Remove and replace existing point-of-use water heater in Warehouse restroom

FIXTURE AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Item Quantity Requirement

Toilets 3 Commercial-grade units similar in style and configuration to existing

Vanity Cabinets 3 Match existing size, color, and appearance; at least one (1) ADA-compliant vanity required

Vanity Sinks 3 Commercial-grade integrated with new vanities

Faucets 3 Commercial-grade, contractor-selected equivalent

Item Quantity Requirement

Exhaust Fan/Light Units

3 Replace existing fan/light units; utilize existing venting

Water Heater (Warehouse Restroom)

Remove existing Rheem point-of-use water heater located under the Warehouse restroom vanity and replace with a new point-of-use electric water heater of similar capacity and performance. Contractor shall include all labor, fittings, plumbing, electrical reconnection, and incidental work required for a complete and operational installation.

Drinking Fountains

Elkay or similar brand bottle-filling fountains with internal filtration or approved equal

Paper Towel Dispensers

3 Replace with units similar to existing

Toilet Paper Holders

3 Replace with units similar to existing

Soap Dispensers 3 Replace with units similar to existing

Grab Bars Existing Replace with ADA-compliant units

Sanitary Napkin Dispenser

1 Remove existing coin-operated unit and replace with free-vend dispenser

Electrical Switches

Existing Replace with white rocker-style switches

Electrical Receptacles

Existing Replace and provide GFCI protection where required by code

Cover Plates Existing Replace with white cover plates

Ceiling Tiles As required

Replace all ceiling tiles within restroom areas; match existing type and size

Wall Finishes (Warehouse Restroom only)

All walls Patch, repair, prime, and paint to match existing finish

All fixtures and installations shall comply with ADA and ABAAS requirements for accessibility, including but not limited to mounting heights, clear floor space, operable parts, and reinforcement for future accessibility accommodations.

HOURS OF WORK:

The Corps Hours are Monday through Friday from 0600 until 1800 hours. Technicians will report to facility during normal work hours unless otherwise approved by the Government Representative.

PHASING AND SITE LOGISTICS:

No formal phasing sequence is required however, at least one restroom shall remain operational throughout the remodel period. The Contractor shall provide temporary portable restroom facilities as necessary to support building occupants during construction. Contractor staging, material storage, and parking shall be located in front of the warehouse as directed by the Government Representative. The Contractor may utilize the Government-provided dumpster for disposal of debris.

WATER SERVICE INTERUPTIONS:

Water shutdowns are not anticipated as part of this project. If a water shutdown becomes necessary, the Contractor shall coordinate the shutdown with the Government in advance and schedule the work at a mutually acceptable time to minimize disruption to facility operations

ON-PREMISE REQUIREMENTS:

All contractor and all associated subcontractor’s employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility local security policies and procedures.

The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks or background investigation and to meet installation/facility access requirements to be accomplished by District Security Office.

Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any installation or facility change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

Suspicious Activity Reporting Training: The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall receive a brief/training (provided by the MVN Security Office) on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to enrollment to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award. *When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, with the designated Government representative. This Form will be provided to the Contracting Officer and shall become part of the official contract file.

SUPERVISION OF WORK:

The Contractor shall provide all management, supervision, and labor to effectively fulfill the requirements of this contract. The Contractor will ensure that all contract work is satisfactorily supervised, either by his personal presence, by the on-site supervisor, or a combination of these alternatives. Neither US Army Corps of Engineer employees nor other Government employees are authorized to exercise either direct or indirect supervision over, or provide direction to, the Contractor’s employees. All coordination shall be through the designated Government Representative.

INSPECTION:

The government shall inspect the contractors' work for contract compliance, during and after completion of work. The contractor shall not be paid for any work until an inspection has been performed by a Government inspector to assure work meets specifications contained in contract.

NOTE: Contractor shall not perform any work outside the SOW without prior approval from the Contracting Officer.

DEMOLITION:

The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all existing fixtures, accessories, cabinetry, drinking fountains, water heater, electrical devices, ceiling tiles, and associated materials being replaced under this contract. The Contractor shall dispose of all removed materials in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. The Contractor shall maintain the work area in a clean condition and remove all debris upon completion of work. Work areas shall be always maintained in a clean and safe condition. The Contractor may utilize the Government-provided dumpster for disposal of debris.

MATERIALS & SUPPLIES:

The contractor is responsible for providing all equipment, materials, supplies and labor to complete this work.

SAFETY:

The contractor, will during the service process, be inspected by the District’s Safety Officer or members from his office for compliance with the Safety Manual. The Contractor shall coordinate all work and notify the government of any adverse impacts to the environment of the area under construction. Contractor shall protect our employees who may visit the area from being exposed to safety hazards. Contractor shall place protective barriers around the service area.

PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY:

The Contractor shall protect existing walls, floors, ceilings, equipment, furnishings, utilities, and adjacent occupied spaces from damage during performance of the work. Any damage caused by Contractor operations shall be repaired at no additional cost to the Government.

FEDERAL, STATE AND CITY BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS:

The contractor will follow the guidelines of standard building and mechanical codes including the current National Electrical code. Any materials and supplies purchased for this service must meet current commercial standards for type of work being accomplished.

WORK NEAR FIRE ALARMS:

Work in the vicinity of existing fire alarm devices does not require coordination with the fire alarm vendor or the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). The Contractor shall perform all work in a manner that prevents inadvertent activation of the fire alarm system and shall take all necessary precautions to avoid triggering alarms during construction activities.

QUALITY AND WORKMENSHIP:

All work shall meet acceptable building standards for of our building and meet all Federal and State safety codes for this type of work.

CODE COMPLIANCE

All work shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local building codes, including the National Electrical Code (NEC) and ABAAS accessibility requirements.

WARRANTY:

The Contractor shall warrant all workmanship and installed materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of Government acceptance. Defective workmanship or materials identified during the warranty period shall be corrected at no additional cost to the Government.

PROJECT CLOSEOUT:

Prior to final acceptance by the Government, the Contractor shall:

• Complete all listed items

• Remove debris

• Clean all installed fixtures and finishes

• Provide manufacturer warranties

• Demonstrate operation of installed equipment upon request

INSPECTION OF WORK:

a. The Government has the right to inspect and test all work called for by this contract to the extent practicable at all times and places during the contract. The government shall perform inspections and tests in a manner that will not unduly delay the work.

b. If any of the work does not conform to contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to redo work at no increase in contract amount. When defects in workmanship cannot be corrected by re-performance, the Government may reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of work accomplished.

c. If the Contractor fails to promptly fulfill his contract responsibilities, the government may (1) by contract or otherwise, perform the work and charge to the Contractor for any cost incurred by the Government that is directly related to the performance of such work or (2) terminate the contract for default.

DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE:

Place of Performance:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 7400 Leake Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118

Mailing and/or Billing Address

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

7400 Leake Ave.

New Orleans, LA 70118

WORK SCHEDULES AND REPORTS:

The contractor will provide to the Government Representative a plan of work wherein the processes to be used during construction will be laid out for review by the government inspectors.

TIME LIMIT TO ACCOMPLISH WORK:

The period of performance shall be 45 calendar days from day of award. The Contractor shall provide sufficient personnel and resources to complete all work within this timeframe.

INSURANCE:

The Contractor shall procure, submit evidence of, and maintain throughout the entire period of performance under this contract, the following minimum level of insurance:

Worker's Compensation and Employer's Liability Insurance. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable worker's compensation statutes of the State of Louisiana and shall furnish evidence of the Employer's Liability Insurance in the amount of not less than $100,000.

Automobile Liability Insurance. Minimum limits of $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage. All vehicles to be used in the performance of this contract shall be expressly designated in the insurance policy. A copy of the list of such vehicles shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer. In the event that the Contractor acquires a new vehicle for use on this contract after his insurance policy has been obtained, he shall immediately amend his policy to reflect the inclusion of the new vehicle on the policy.

The Contractor shall submit all required insurance documentation by no later than seven calendar days after receipt of Notice of Award.

INVOICES:

The original invoice shall be sent to the address in Block 27 of the SF 1442 and a copy of the invoice shall be forwarded to kevin.j.calico@usace.army.mil

Invoice submission instructions can be found at:

http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/ebs/rapid_vendor_payment.asp