IFB_Questions_25-36_Response.pdf

1 September 2016

RFI Question 25-36

Project: WKVB142002, Repair Fuel Cell Hangar and WKVB139016 Add Fuel Cell Hangar

106th Rescue Wing, Gabreski ANG Base, Westhampton Beach, New York

Q25. Is the only difference between Solicitation 1and Solicitation 2 the deletion of the word "DRAFT" on the first 2 pages?

AQ25: Correct.

Q26. On drawing CS101-0, there are references to S503 for the proposed structural concrete landings.

They are not shown on S503. Please provide.

AQ26: The stoop details are shown on S-006. The stoop locations are shown in plan view on S-011 and S-

101. Sheet CS101-0 reference to sheet S-503 is not appropriate, the section there is for the foundation, not the stoop.

Q27. Please provide a specification for the wood doors shown on the door schedule.

AQ27: Please refer to the following specification for wood doors:

2.1 DOORS

Provide doors of the types, sizes, and designs indicated free of urea-formaldehyde resins.

2.1.1 Stile and Rail Doors

Premium grade Ponderosa Pine doors or premium stile and rail doors conforming to ANSI/WDMA I.S.6A. Furnish laminate panels in not less than three ply thickness. Provide flat panels with a minimum finished panel thickness of 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch thickness for raised panels.

2.1.2 Flush Doors

Conform to ANSI/WDMA I.S.1A for flush doors. Provide hollow core doors with lock blocks and 1 inch minimum thickness hinge stile. Hardwood stile edge bands of doors receives a natural finish, compatible with face veneer. Provide mill option for stile edge of doors scheduled to be painted. No visible finger joints will be accepted in stile edge bands.

When used, locate finger-joints under hardware.

2.1.2.1 Interior Flush Doors

Provide particleboard core, Type II flush doors conforming to ANSI/WDMA I.S.1A with faces of premium grade natural hardwood veneer to match base standards. Hardwood veneers shall be rotary cut.

2.2.2 Door Light Openings

Provide glazed openings with the manufacturer's standard wood moldings.

Provide moldings for doors to receive natural finish of the same wood species and color as the wood face veneers. Lip type moldings for flush doors.

2.3.6.1 Factory Finish

Provide doors finished at the factory by the door manufacturer as follows:

AWI AWS Section 1500, specification for System No. 4 Conversion varnish alkyd urea or System No. 5 Vinyl catalyzed. The coating is AWI AWS premium, medium rubbed sheen, open grain effect. Use stain when required to produce the finish specified for color. Seal edges, cutouts, trim, and wood accessories, and apply two coats of finish compatible with the door face finish. Touch-up finishes that are scratched or marred, or where exposed fastener holes are filled, in accordance with the door manufacturer's instructions. Match color and sheen of factory finish using materials compatible for field application.

2.3.6.2 Color

Provide door finish colors as selected by contracting officer.

2.3.7 Water-Resistant Sealer

Provide manufacturer's standard water-resistant sealer compatible with the specified finishes.

Q28. On drawing E-603, a generator connector box is shown (Note #6). Where is this located?

AQ28: Connection for roll-up generator shall be located within the fenced area (located south of the proposed building addition) housing electrical equipment for the Pararescue Training Facility. Coordinate exact location with BCE prior to rough-in.

Q29. On drawing ED100-0, Note 20 asks us to confirm cabling types & quantities to be removed. Can this information be provided so we can properly price this work?

AQ29: Bid the work and cabling as noted for PJ Building and POD in Keyed Note 20.

Q30. On drawing ED100-0, Note 8 asks us to remove the secondary service ductbank 15' from the meter. However, on drawing E-603, it shows a new secondary feeder from the utility transformer to panel "MDB". Please clarify.

AQ30: Remove secondary service as noted on Drawing E-603.

Q31. In spec section 26-20-00, page 33, section #3.1.10 discusses using nonmetallic sheath cable for this project. Is this acceptable (Discrepancy with drawing #E-001,General note #1)?

AQ31: Refer to Response 19.

Q32. In spec section 26-20-00, page 12, section #2.6.7 discusses using MC cable for this project.

Is this acceptable (Discrepancy with drawing #E-001,General note #1)?

AQ32: Refer to Response 20.

Q33. On drawing #ES100, Note #9, "New Secondary Service ductbank serving POD Building: Conduit & wiring shall match existing in type, quantity & size". Please indicate what size service feeds the POD Building?

AQ33: Refer to Response 21.

Q34. On drawing #T-602, Communications scope of work, note #1 & 2 states to include cabling & equipment, etc. However, on this same drawing under the riser diagram, note #4, states this same scope of work is government furnished & installed. Please clarify.

AQ34: Refer to Response 22.

Q35. On drawing #E-002, site new work note #8: What size temporary service is required?

AQ35: Refer to Response 23.

Q36. On drawing #EP104, in room 129 (COMM & NAV), it shows (4) raceways mounted at 40".

a. However, there are (3) notes (#075, 076, 077) pointing to them indicating 3 different kinds of raceway. Also, they show (6) power feeds.

b. How many raceways of each type are required in this area?

AQ36: Refer to Response 24.