Solicitation_QA_20160910.pdf

Repair Interlock Connectors - W912SV-16-T-0026

Questions and Answers

10 September 2016

Q “This SOW defines the effort required for the design, engineering, fabrication, installation and construction of the replacement of the maintenance interlock receptacles…” Please confirm that Engineered stamps or CAD drawings are not required for this project.

A No engineered stamps or CAD drawings are required. Just as-built records and O&M information.

Q SOW 1.4.1.1.2.2 states that all openings shall be closed to match the existing exterior finish.

Please confirm that this can be accomplished by installing a roughly 12” x 12” patch over the existing siding and that entire sections of siding will not need to be replaced.

A A patch that covers the existing opening is the intended scope of work.

Q During the walk through there was a set of drawings that were not available for download with the solicitation. These drawings are also referenced in the SOW 1.4.2. Please provide a link to download these drawings.

A Provided as filename [A07 Drawings - Work Locations AXQD152009.pdf]

Q Buildings 13 & 19 call for the demolition of conduit back to the electrical panel. Please confirm 1) that this is needed. It could prove beneficial to the client to have a spare raceway for future use.

It would also save construction costs associated with providing a lift. 2) If the intent is to demolish the raceway, please confirm that the ceiling should be painted to match after the conduit is removed.

A The conduit can remain but capped. The receptacle and disconnect switch must be demolished.

Q It was noticed during the walk through that the quantities if receptacles in Buildings 45, 46 & 47 do not match the existing conditions. Please confirm quantity and scope for Building 45, 46, & 47.

A Building 45, 46, and 47 need 3 receptacles replaced. There is NO demolition in these buildings.

Q Please confirm acceptable countries of origin for the specified receptacles/ controllers. We have not yet been able to confirm a country of origin, however want to be prepared in the instance the specified equipment does not meet the Buy American Requirements of the project.

A See the provisions/clauses at 252.225-7035 Alt I and 252.225-7036 Alt I. Attachment included for response to 252.225-7035 Alt I. See filename [A07 252.225-7035 Alt I.pdf].

Q Buildings 45, 46 & 47 call for the existing conduits to be demolished back to the panel. These conduits are run underground. Please confirm that it is acceptable to cut and cap these conduit.

If cutting and capping is acceptable, please confirm if they are to be cut flush with the floor, or if they be cut and capped above the hazardous location threshold.

A There should be no removal of conduit in these buildings. See Question above.

Q SOW 1.4.1.1 states that the equipment “Shall Be Eaton…..” Are approved equals acceptable?

A Equals as approved by the Government upon review.

Repair Interlock Connectors - W912SV-16-T-0026

Questions and Answers

10 September 2016 Q Does Superintendents, Quality Control Managers, or Site Safety Officers required for the project.

If yes, can one person be qualified for all three positions?

A Yes and Yes. All construction projects require superintendence.

Q Please confirm that escorts will be provided by the ANG and that costs associated with the escorts are not the responsibility of the contractor. If costs associated are the responsibility of the contractor, please provide a day rate for an ANG approved escort.

A Escorting is a responsibility born by the Government.