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Questions and Answers:

1. Do we have Architectural drawings?

· YES – please refer to the attached Architectural drawings.

2. May we get the code analysis sheet to determine occupancy group, load etc?

· I believe this building is an Industrial occupancy as it is for equipment testing and only 1 or 2 people with work in there to set up equipment under test. The building houses a chamber to test equipment. No personnel offices or latrines.

3. Are there any spec sheets for the project?

· This is a design build based on the scope of work. Once we receive the design it is to be submitted to Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for approval. That is the Post Fire Chief/Inspector.

4. The building classification for occupancy group is U?

· We do not use the International Building Code here on Fort Huachuca we utilize NFPA for occupancy classifications

5. The Fire Alam Panel is to be a Monaco MAAP-X panel?

· Monaco MAAP-X or +, this is in the Fort Huachuca Project Specific Requirements (attached for reference).

6. The Notifier NFS -320 panel is to remain as the pre-action system for the Novec suppression system?

· Yes, This system is to remain as part of the fire protection system.

· Must be tied in with the Fire Alarm System.

7. The system should conform to design practices Per UFC 3-600-01 and corresponding NFPA-72 guidelines?

· Yes, this is in the Fort Huachuca Project Specific Requirements

8. Are scrolling messaging signs required for the application?

· There should be a digital display of any supervisory or trouble alarms logged with the system.

· This is in reference to the signs above the doors which will have a scrolling message for what the alarm is.

i. Addendum: We have received a clarification regarding the need for scrolling messaging signs. No scrolling messaging signs will be required for this contract.

Additional Questions:

1. Do you have a PDF of the building layout?

· Architectural drawings have been added to the solicitation’s posting to be used as reference.

2. Are we allowed to run the wiring in Fire MC (armored, flexible, fire alarm cable)?

· Any proposed work will need to be approved by the AHJ prior to the start of work.

3. Will a lift be available for us to use?

· No, the contractor will need to provide any equipment they intend to use for this contract.

4. Kimberly mentioned that only smoke detectors in all four corners and a pull station will be needed. Can you confirm if this is the complete scope of work?

· No, and the SOW must be submitted to the AHJ for approval prior to the start of work.

5. Will we need to tie into the Notifier panel currently onsite?

· Yes, the panel must be tied into the existing notifier panel.

6. Regarding communication with the fire department:

· Who provides the radio for the signal?

· The Monaco Fire Alarm Panel will transmit the signal to the fire department.

· Can any dialer capable of Contact ID be used?

· Per the Ft. Huachuca Fire Department, the use of a Monaco MAAP-X or MAAP-+ is a specific requirement for this project.

· If so, can any FACP be utilized?

· No, see above.

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