W91SMC-17-R-0004_Questions_and_Answers_as_of_14_Jun.pdf

Solicitation Number: W91SMC‐17‐R‐0004 Project Title: Repair Squadron Operations Facility Project Number: VDYD132014 Current a/o 14 Jun

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Number Spec Section Question Answer

1 07 22 00

Section 07 22 00, page 5, section 2.3.1 states “high density wood fiber” however, on page 6, section 3.2.2.1, the heading is “polyisocyanurate insulation” which is not the same as wood fiber and in the paragraph directly below it states “1/2” wood fiberboard, glass mat gypsum roof board…” pending

1.a.

Can you please clarify what type of cover board is being requested as three different types of cover boards are listed here? (If it helps, you will get the best results out of a ½” Gypsum Fiber Roof Board ASTM C1278) -Section 07 54 19, page 8, section 2.1.1 states “minimum polymer thickness .060” and color to be “Décor Tan”. -Section 07 54 19, page 9, section 2.1.4 states “minimum polymer thickness .072”.

-Section 07 54 19, page 10, section 2.2 states “Fleece Backed .072 minimum” and directly below under item A it lists 60 mils thick Fleece Backed PVC pending

1.b.

Can you clarify what membrane is being specified? .060 or .072, minimum thickness or nominal thickness and Fleece Back or bare backed membrane? pending

1.c.

Regarding the color of “Décor Tan”; Décor is typically the name associated with the Sarnafil Décor Rib systems (simulating standing seam metal). Does this project contain any sections requiring this type of “rib” system? pending

2 10 14 00

Missing Spec Info: Drawings for signage Included in prints but normal 10 14 00 spec section for signage not included in spec book. Request that an addendum be realesed regarding this issue. pending

Can Superintendent and Quality Control Manager be the same person? No

Can the prime contractor use a section inside the building as Site Office? pending

Can we use the parking lot space next to the building as a laydown area? pending

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Is there any other specific information to be presented with the proposed schedule rather than tasks, starts & finish dates? pending

Is there a power source available at the building during construction phase for use by contractor/subcontractors? pending

8.a.

My question is, I see no mention in the design, of the building gas and electric metering. Should I assume that the existing meters will remain and we will tie them into the new system? pending

8.b. Do new meters need to be furnished and installed? pending

Are there existing Fire Sprinkler system as-builts available and released prior to bid? pending

Other than the SAFB Fire Marshal, are we required to submit to any other AHJ (i.e. Leidos or Corps of Engineers?) pending

Are we allowed to leave the fire sprinkler system out of service during the duration of construction? pending

Will this project be broken up in Phases or estimated flow working from N-S, E-W? pending

13 Please confirm that the building will be unoccupied during construction. pending

Please confirm that we are to replace all the existing solder link sprinkler heads to ne QR type throughout? pending

Are we additionally required to utilize the UFC-3-600-01 (Ver.

11/28/2016) along with NFPA 13 standards for redesign? pending

Please confirm that this is a "Buy American"/domestic material only project.

All applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and requirements regarding the Buy American Act are listed within the Solicitation.

Other than shown; is the intent of the FP SOW to reuse the existing sprinkler head outlets as much as possible for redesign and leave all existing branchlines, mains, riser assembly & backflow to remain unchanged/as-is? pending

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Are we required to recalculate the existing system for the new floor layouts/renovations? pending

Are there an HIGH security areas that have lead lined walls/ceiling that require special pipe penetrations (i.e. transition to CPVC or other special fittings) pending

Making the bid due at 1 PM on Monday essentially means all sub bids will have to be received by Friday in order to prepare the bid and transport to Peoria by 1 PM. Equipment suppliers are notorious for holding their bids until the last minute for fear of having their numbers shopped. Even if we direct our subs to submit on Friday, the majority of mechanical and electrical numbers won’t come in until Monday morning, delaying preparation of the proposals and forcing contractors to choose between quality and expedience to deliver the proposals. If the bid turn-in time was changed to 4 PM, this would allow time for bids to be received on Monday morning and proposals finalized properly to ensure best value pending

This project will be bid by a large number of local contractors with bids provided by local suppliers. Making delivery of the proposals to Peoria @ 1 PM creates a hardship for these contractors to prepare and submit their best value proposals. This process will reward the contractors who can afford the additional manpower and cost to have proposals. If the bids could be delivered to Scott AFB, it would provide additional time to ensure the small businesses bidding this project have the additional time to receive quotes and ensure best value is presented. The proposal due date location remains the same.

The framing details are unclear on existing framing. Seeing the original design drawings would assist in takeoff and construction of the new framing. Are the structural and architectural as-builts available for the building? pending

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Reference section 2.5.2.2. Subfactor 1 Experience and Capability:

Please list which Key Personnel roles can be shared. In example, can the Superintendent also perform as the Site Safety and Health Officer if qualified? No, Key Personnel roles cannot be shared.

24 How many days are allotted for Material Submittal Reviews? pending

25 What are the security requirements regarding the REAL ID Act? pending

26 07 22 00

Roof and Deck Insulation - Part 2; 2.3 PROTECTION BOARD: 2.3.1:

HIDH DENSITY WOOD FIBER BOARD - Substitution Request allowing JM's 2 perlite HD Coverboards: Johns Manville manufacturers, in Rockdale, Illinois, a RetroPlus and DuraBoard Perlite Fiber board, based off the updated ASTM C 728 Type 3. Both boards exceed Wood Fiber Board, for lower moisture content and water resistance. Johns Manville does not make a Wood Fiber Board. pending

27 07 22 00

Roof and Deck Insulation - Part 2; 2.3 PROTECTION BOARD: 2.3.1:

HIDH DENSITY WOOD FIBER BOARDSubstitution Request for the Invinsa Coverboard: JM Invinsa High Density Coverboard. A High Density Poly ISO board, that is 150 psi, and has a coated glass facer on both sides. The data sheet attached, as compared to a WFB or Perlite board, exceed in all categories, the performance over the specified. It is manufactured in Jacksonville, FL pending

28 07 54 19

POLYVINYL - CHLORIDE ROOFING PART 2 PRODUCTS;

2.1 MATERIALS; 2.1.1 PVC ROOF MEMBRANE - Johns Manville PVC

60 mil min FB Sandstone ES; JM and Cooley Group, have a strategic partnership, to manufacturer PVC. Which is manufactured in Pawtucket, RI & Lancaster, SC; Allowing JM PVC FB pending

Are non-US made products, allowed in the construction of U.S.

properties?

All applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and requirements regarding the Buy American Act are listed within the Solicitation.

30 09 29 00

2.1.14 calls for 15lb asphalt moisture barrier over gypsum sheathing.

Where will this be required? pending

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What's the difference between keynote 4/A102 on additive bid items and the keynote 5/A101 in the base bid? pending

Do rooms 143, 142, 153 need to be framed, hung and taped to the tall ~32' roof deck since there's no ceiling in these rooms? If so what gauge and type of steel studs should be used? pending

Since there won't be another walk thru of the existing space, can keynote 11/A101 be confirmed that the existing walls at perimeter of open storage area go to the deck? pending

What does comment "frame metal studs around utilities, see partition type" stated on detail 9/A751 and many other details mean? Is this above and beyond industry standard framing practices? pending

S001 - 4.2.H calls for wall studs to be at a minimum 600S62-68 which is 14ga material however S201 shows typ. head and sill material to be 600S137-54 which is 16ga. Is 16ga sufficient or does it need to be 14ga per S001? pending

G400 note says "Concrete backer board up to tile height only. Provide moisture resistant gypsum board above". There is no moisture resistant gypsum board in the specs, only water resistant gypsum boarding board 09 29 00 2.1.3 which is more expensive and requires a skim coat of mud. Can a specification be given for the moisture resistant gypsum board? pending

G400 wall type P2d states "W/WIRE MESH IN WALL" is this the same mesh as noted in P0c wall type? Should this mesh at room 204 be installed all the way up to the ~32' roof deck above or just to above ceiling height? pending

38 Is it required to have a RCDD on staff and submit credentials? pending