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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF JULY 29, 2009 FBO #2802
MODIFICATION

Y -- OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH ADDITION

Notice Date

7/27/2009
 

Notice Type

Modification/Amendment
 

NAICS

236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
 

Contracting Office

Department of Veterans Affairs, Shreveport VAMC, Overton Brooks Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Department of Veterans Affairs;Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (90C);510 East Stoner Avenue;Shreveport LA 71101
 

ZIP Code

71101
 

Solicitation Number

VA-256-09-RP-0231
 

Response Due

8/11/2009
 

Archive Date

10/10/2009
 

Point of Contact

Carolyn S LeeContracting Specialist<br />
 

E-Mail Address

Contracting Specialist
(Carolyn.Lee3@va.gov)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
 

Description

1. The purpose of this modification to Solicitation VA256-09-RP-0231, is to: a. Revise the Bid Schedule b. Revise Davis Bacon Wage Determination c. Attach Specifications Section 09 65 19, Resilient Tile Flooring d. Attach Specification Section 10 11 23, Glass Enclosed Bulletin Board e. Attach Overton Brooks Station Rules and Regulations f. Attach addendum reflecting drawing changes g. Specify Brand Name only for "Best" locks/cores h. Respond to questions submitted for subject solicitation 2. Bid Schedule, Pages 4 through 9, are hereby deleted in their entirety and the attached Bid Schedule, Pages 4 through 9, substituted therefore. 3. Attachment 1, Davis Bacon Wage Determination General Decision #LA080010 dated 5/08/2009, is hereby deleted in its entirety and the revised Attachment 1, Davis Bacon Wage Determination General Decision #LA080010 dated 7/03/2009, is substituted therefore. 4. Specifications Section 10 11 23, Glass Enclosed Bulletin Boards, is hereby incorporated into and made a part hereof. 5. Overton Brooks Station Rules are Regulations, is incorporated into and made a part hereof. (Atch 7) 6. Addendum No. 1, dated 22 July 2009 reflecting changes to Drawings #E001, E002, E502, E202, E301 and E601 is hereby incorporated into and made a part hereof (Atch 8). 7. Responses to questions submitted to subject solicitation are attached and will become a part of the contract file but not the award document. 8. Brand Name Only (BEST) locks/cores will be the only item acceptable by the Government for this project. 9. Date and time for receipt of offers is revised to now read August 11, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. Local Time. 10. Offerors need to send an email to Carolyn.Lee3@va.gov, if cannot print the revised changes. An email copy of the modification changes will be sent to each requesting offeror. VA256-09-RP-0231 Continuation Sheet for SF 1442 Contract Line Item Numbers CLIN 0001 - CLIN 0009 CLIN 0001, BASE BID - GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: Work includes general construction, alterations, roads, walks, grading, drainage, mechanical and electrical work, equipment, utility systems, elevators and necessary removal of portion of existing structures and construction and certain other items. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0001$________________________________ CLIN 0002, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO.1: Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1. Make the following changes: a. Delete Chilled Water Supply and Chilled Water Return piping and connections to the existing medical center piping system. Delete piping from the valves provided in the Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 in the Basement through the existing crawl space and Sub-Basement to the connection points indicated in the existing building. The valves provided in Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 shall be provided with removable plugs for future installation of piping. b. Drawing A802 Door Schedules:At all locations where door hardware sets number 170 and 171 occur, provide hardware set number 23 in lieu of sets number 170 and 171. Regular doors, door frames and hardware shall be provided in lieu of special door frames, pivot sets, release stops and sight gasketing. c. Drawing C101 Delete seal coating on all existing parking lot areas. Delete all paint stripping on existing parking lot areas. Delete concrete stairway indicated as note number 6 and detail D4 on sheet C105. All other work and stripping on new pavement areas shall remain. d. Substitute Resilient Tile Flooring (specifications section 09 65 19) for Luxury Vinyl Tile (specifications section 09 66 20) at all locations. e. Drawing E301 and E302 Delete panic alarm system in its entirety, including panic alarm lights (PL), panic alarm emergency stations (PB), panic alarm monitoring stations (PAM) and all associated wiring, boxes, conduit, etc. 2. Delete exterior canopy's at the basement and first floor levels in their entirety. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0002$________________________________ Page 4 of 42 VA256-09-RP-0231 CLIN 0003, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO. 2 - Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1. Delete exterior canopy's at the basement and first floor level in their entirety. 2. Delete one (1) of the two elevators included. Delete the north elevator of the pair of elevators including all machines, cabs, rails, entrances, and all other elevator equipment. Elevator structural, electrical and mechanical requirements to remain as designed. Provide 6" masonry block knock out panels for the future hoistway entrances to facilitate future elevator installation. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0003$________________________________ CLIN 0004, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO. 3 - Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1 Make the following changes: a. Delete Chilled Water Supply and Chilled Water Return piping and connections to the existing medical center piping system. Delete piping from the valves provided in the Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 in the Basement through the existing crawl space and Sub-Basement to the connection points indicated in the existing building. The valves provided in Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 shall be provided with removable plugs for future installation of piping. b. Drawing A802 Door Schedules:At all locations where door hardware sets number 170 and 171 occur, provide hardware set number 23 in lieu of sets number 170 and 171. Regular doors, door frames and hardware shall be provided in lieu of special door frames, pivot sets, release stops and sight gasketing. c. Drawing C101 Delete seal coating on all existing parking lot areas. Delete all paint stripping on existing parking lot areas. Delete concrete stairway indicated as note number 6 and detail D4 on sheet C105. All other work and stripping on new pavement areas shall remain. d. Substitute Resilient Tile Flooring (specifications section 09 65 19) for Luxury Vinyl Tile (specifications section 09 66 20) at all locations. e. Drawing E301 and E302 Delete panic alarm system in its entirety, including panic alarm lights (PL), panic alarm emergency stations (PB), panic alarm monitoring stations (PAM) and all associated wiring, boxes, conduit, etc. 2. Delete exterior canopy's at the basement and first floor levels in their entirety. 3. Delete one (1) of the two elevators included. Delete the north elevator of the pair of elevators including all machines, cabs, rails, entrances, and all other elevator equipment. Elevator structural, electrical and mechanical requirements to remain as designed. Provide 6" masonry block knock out Page 5 of 42 VA256-09-RP-0231 panels for the future hoistway entrances to facilitate future elevator installation. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0004$________________________________ CLIN 0005, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO. 4 - Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1. Delete exterior canopy's at the basement and first floor levels in their entirety. 2. Delete both (2) elevators including all controllers, machines, rails, cabs, entrances, and all other elevator equipment. Elevator structural and electrical requirements to remain as designed. Delete the mechanical HVAC requirements for the elevator equipment as detailed on sheet M104. Provide 6" masonry block knock out panels for the future hoistway entrances to facilitate future elevator installation. 3. Delete the indicated Third Floor construction in its entirety. The third floor plan shall now become the Second Floor Plan with the elevator equipment room and stair layout being the same as the previous third floor. All work at the existing third floor shall be similar to the fourth floor where there will be a new door to the roof of the elevator tower from the existing building. At the second floor the only work in the existing building will be to block in the existing windows and refinish the exterior walls of the affected rooms. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0005$________________________________ CLIN 0006, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO. 5 - Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1. Make the following changes: a. Delete Chilled Water Supply and Chilled Water Return piping and connections to the existing medical center piping system. Delete piping from the valves provided in the Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 in the Basement through the existing crawl space and Sub-Basement to the connection points indicated in the existing building. The valves provided in Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 shall be provided with removable plugs for future installation of piping. b. Drawing A802 Door Schedules:At all locations where door hardware sets number 170 and 171 occur, provide hardware set number 23 in lieu of sets number 170 and 171. Regular doors, door frames and hardware shall be provided in lieu of special door frames, pivot sets, release stops and sight gasketing. c. Drawing C101 Delete seal coating on all existing parking lot areas. Delete all paint stripping on existing parking lot areas. Delete concrete stairway indicated as note number 6 and detail D4 on sheet C105. All other work and stripping on new pavement areas shall remain. Page 6 of 42 VA256-09-RP-0231 d. Substitute Resilient Tile Flooring (specifications section 09 65 19) for Luxury Vinyl Tile (specifications section 09 66 20) at all locations. e. Drawing E301 and E302 Delete panic alarm system in its entirety, including panic alarm lights (PL), panic alarm emergency stations (PB), panic alarm monitoring stations (PAM) and all associated wiring, boxes, conduit, etc. 2. Delete both (2) elevators including all controllers, machines, rails, cabs, entrances, and all other elevator equipment. Elevator structural and electrical requirements to remain as designed. Delete the mechanical HVAC requirements for the elevator equipment as detailed on sheet M104. Provide 6" masonry block knock out panels for the future hoistway entrances to facilitate future elevator installation. 3. Delete the indicated Third Floor construction in its entirety. The third floor plan shall now become the Second Floor Plan with the elevator equipment room and stair layout being the same as the previous third floor. All work at the existing third floor shall be similar to the fourth floor where there will be a new door to the roof of the elevator tower from the existing building. At the second floor the only work in the existing building will be to block in the existing windows and refinish the exterior walls of the affected rooms. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0006$________________________________ CLIN 0007, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO. 6 - Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1. Make the following changes: a. Delete Chilled Water Supply and Chilled Water Return piping and connections to the existing medical center piping system. Delete piping from the valves provided in the Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 in the Basement through the existing crawl space and Sub-Basement to the connection points indicated in the existing building. The valves provided in Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 shall be provided with removable plugs for future installation of piping. b. Drawing A802 Door Schedules:At all locations where door hardware sets number 170 and 171 occur, provide hardware set number 23 in lieu of sets number 170 and 171. Regular doors, door frames and hardware shall be provided in lieu of special door frames, pivot sets, release stops and sight gasketing. c. Drawing C101 Delete seal coating on all existing parking lot areas. Delete all paint stripping on existing parking lot areas. Delete concrete stairway indicated as note number 6 and detail D4 on sheet C105. All other work and stripping on new pavement areas shall remain. Page 7 of 42 VA256-09-RP-0231 d. Substitute Resilient Tile Flooring (specifications section 09 65 19) for Luxury Vinyl Tile (specifications section 09 66 20) at all locations. e. Drawing E301 and E302 Delete panic alarm system in its entirety, including panic alarm lights (PL), panic alarm emergency stations (PB), panic alarm monitoring stations (PAM) and all associated wiring, boxes, conduit, etc. 2. Delete exterior canopy's at the basement and first floor levels in their entirety. 3. Delete both (2) elevators including all controllers, machines, rails, cabs, entrances, and all other elevator equipment. Elevator structural and electrical requirements to remain as designed. Delete the mechanical HVAC requirements for the elevator equipment as detailed on sheet M104. Provide 6" masonry block knock out panels for the future hoistway entrances to facilitate future elevator installation. 4. Delete the indicated Third Floor construction in its entirety. The third floor plan shall now become the Second Floor Plan with the elevator equipment room and stair layout being the same as the previous third floor. All work at the existing third floor shall be similar to the fourth floor where there will be a new door to the roof of the elevator tower from the existing building. At the second floor the only work in the existing building will be to block in the existing windows and refinish the exterior walls of the affected rooms. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 450 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0007$________________________________ CLIN 0008, DEDUCT BID ALTERNATE NO. 7 - Deduct Alternate to make the following changes to the Base Bid: 1. Make the following changes: a. Delete Chilled Water Supply and Chilled Water Return piping and connections to the existing medical center piping system. Delete piping from the valves provided in the Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 in the Basement through the existing crawl space and Sub-Basement to the connection points indicated in the existing building. The valves provided in Pipe Chase Closet BS-93 shall be provided with removable plugs for future installation of piping. b. Drawing A802 Door Schedules:At all locations where door hardware sets number 170 and 171 occur, provide hardware set number 23 in lieu of sets number 170 and 171. Regular doors, door frames and hardware shall be provided in lieu of special door frames, pivot sets, release stops and sight gasketing. c. Drawing C101 Delete seal coating on all existing parking lot areas. Delete all paint stripping on existing parking lot areas. Delete concrete stairway indicated as note number 6 and detail D4 on sheet C105. All other work and stripping on new pavement areas shall remain. d. Substitute Resilient Tile Flooring (specifications section 09 65 19) for Luxury Vinyl Tile (specifications section 09 66 20) at all locations. Page 8 of 42 VA256-09-RP-0231 e. Drawing E301 and E302 Delete panic alarm system in its entirety, including panic alarm lights (PL), panic alarm emergency stations (PB), panic alarm monitoring stations (PAM) and all associated wiring, boxes, conduit, etc. 2. Delete exterior canopy's at the basement and first floor levels in their entirety. 3. Delete both (2) elevators including all controllers, machines, rails, cabs, entrances, and all other elevator equipment. Elevator structural and electrical requirements to remain as designed. Delete the mechanical HVAC requirements for the elevator equipment as detailed on sheet M104. Provide 6" masonry block knock out panels for the future hoistway entrances to facilitate future elevator installation. 4. Delete the indicated Third Floor construction in its entirety. The third floor plan shall now become the Second Floor Plan with the elevator equipment room and stair layout being the same as the previous third floor. All work at the existing third floor shall be similar to the fourth floor where there will be a new door to the roof of the elevator tower from the existing building. At the second floor the only work in the existing building will be to block in the existing windows and refinish the exterior walls of the affected rooms. 5. Delete all interior finish work between column lines "A" and "J", including all partitions, doors, ceilings, casework, etc. and associated, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work. This space shall be finished out as a shell space for future finishing. a. Stair Number 2 shall be completed in its entirety as detailed. b. Corridor 1S-90 shall be completed in its entirety as detailed. The shell space side of this wall shall be covered with gypsum wallboard and spackled and taped, but not finished. c. The shell space shall be provided with a sprinkler, fire alarm, mechanical, plumbing (roof drainage) and vent systems. d. Plumbing drainage work on the Basement for fixtures on the First floor shall be stubbed up through the floor, caped and fire sealed. e. Electrical and technology shall be provided to the main service rooms and extended to finished areas only at this time. Provide temporary lighting in the unfinished spaces meeting OSHA standards. f.Mechanical Equipment Room BS-93 shall be completed in entirety. The exterior of this room shall be covered with gypsum wallboard and spackled and taped, but not finished. g. Install new air handling unit and duct runs to finished areas. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE - 360 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF NOTICE TO PROCEED. CLIN 0008$_______________________________ Page 9 of 42 ATTACHMENT 1 VA256-09-RP-0231 General Decision Number: LA080010 07/03/2009 LA10 Superseded General Decision Number: LA20070015 State: Louisiana Construction Type: Building Counties: Bossier, Caddo, Ouachita, Rapides and Webster Counties in Louisiana. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (Does not include single family homes and apartments up to and including 4 stories) Modification Number Publication Date 0 02/08/2008 1 03/07/2008 2 04/04/2008 3 06/06/2008 4 07/04/2008 5 09/05/2008 6 01/16/2009 7 03/06/2009 8 04/03/2009 9 05/08/2009 10 07/03/2009 ELEC0194-005 09/04/2008 BOSSIER, CADDO, AND WEBSTER PARISHES Rates Fringes ELECTRICIAN (includes low voltage wiring and installation of fire alarms, security systems, telephones, and computers).........................................................................................$ 23.95 8.61 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ELEC0446-006 04/01/2009 OUACHITA PARISH Rates Fringes ELECTRICIAN (includes low voltage wiring and installation of fire alarms, security systems, telephones, and computers).........................................................................................$ 19.65 8.18 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 ELEC0576-005 03/01/2009 RAPIDES PARISH Rates Fringes ELECTRICIAN (includes low voltage wiring and installation of fire alarms, security systems, telephones, and computers).........................................................................................$ 21.60 5.62 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLUM0141-004 08/01/2008 BOSSIER, CADDO, AND WEBSTER PARISHES Rates Fringes PLUMBER (includes HVAC pipe).............................................................$ 23.60 9.34 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLUM0247-003 05/01/2008 RAPIDES PARISH Rates Fringes PLUMBER (includes HVAC pipe).............................................................$ 22.90 6.60 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * PLUM0659-002 07/01/2009 OUACHITA PARISH Rates Fringes PLUMBER (includes HVAC pipe).............................................................$ 21.65 6.90 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SHEE0361-003 01/01/2009 BOSSIER, CADDO, OUACHITA, RAPIDES, AND WEBSTER PARISHES Rates Fringes Sheet Metal Worker (includes HVAC duct)...............................................$ 24.18 9.10 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SULA2004-001 03/24/2004 Rates Fringes CARPENTER (includes acoustical; drywall hanging/framing; metal stud installation; form building; and form setting)........................................................................................$ 13.77 0.00 Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher.............................................................$ 12.92 0.00 GLAZIER....................................................................................................$ 14.00 0.81 HVAC MECHANIC (setting system only)...................................................$ 9.00 0.00 2 ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 IRONWORKER Metal Building Erection.........................................................................$ 11.48 2.71 Structural..............................................................................................$ 15.76 4.30 Laborer, common......................................................................................$ 9.00 0.00 Power Equipment Operators Backhoe/Excavator..............................................................................$ 13.05 2.30 Crane...................................................................................................$ 17.36 0.00 Forklift..................................................................................................$ 13.00 0.00 Trackhoe..............................................................................................$ 10.00 0.00 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WELDERS - Receive rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental. ================================================================================ Unlisted classifications needed for work not included within the scope of the classifications listed may be added after award only as provided in the labor standards contract clauses (29CFR 5.5 (a) (1) (ii)). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the listing above, the "SU" designation means that rates listed under the identifier do not reflect collectively bargained wage and fringe benefit rates. Other designations indicate unions whose rates have been determined to be prevailing. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WAGE DETERMINATION APPEALS PROCESS 1.) Has there been an initial decision in the matter? This can be: * an existing published wage determination * a survey underlying a wage determination * a Wage and Hour Division letter setting forth a position on a wage determination matter * a conformance (additional classification and rate) ruling On survey related matters, initial contact, including requests for summaries of surveys, should be with the Wage and Hour Regional Office for the area in which the survey was conducted because those Regional Offices have responsibility for the Davis-Bacon survey program. If the response from this initial contact is not satisfactory, then the process described in 2.) and 3.) should be followed. With regard to any other matter not yet ripe for the formal process described here, initial contact should be with the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations. Write to: Branch of Construction Wage Determinations Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210 2.) If the answer to the question in 1.) is yes, then an interested party (those affected by the action) can request review and reconsideration from the Wage and Hour Administrator (See 29 CFR Part 1.8 and 29 CFR Part 7). Write to: Wage and Hour Administrator U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210 3 ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 The request should be accompanied by a full statement of the interested party's position and by any information (wage payment data, project description, area practice material, etc.) that the requestor considers relevant to the issue. 3.) If the decision of the Administrator is not favorable, an interested party may appeal directly to the Administrative Review Board (formerly the Wage Appeals Board). Write to: Administrative Review Board U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210 4.) All decisions by the Administrative Review Board are final. ================================================================================ END OF GENERAL DECISION 4 ATTACHMENT 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 SECTION 09 65 19 RESILIENT TILE FLOORING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section specifies the installation of solid vinyl tile flooring, vinyl composition tile flooring, rubber tile flooring, and accessories. 1.2 RELATED WORK A.Color and pattern and location in room finish schedule: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES. B.Resilient Base: Section 09 65 13, RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A.Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. B.Manufacturer's Literature and Data: 1.Description of each product. 2.Resilient material manufacturers recommendations for adhesives, underlayment, primers and polish. 3.Application and installation instructions. C.Samples: 1.Tile: 300 mm by 300 mm (12 inches by 12 inches) for each type, pattern and color. 2.Edge Strips: 150 mm (6 inches) long, each type. 3.Feature Strips: 150 mm (6 inches) long. D.Shop Drawings: 1.Layout of patterns shown on the drawings and in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES. 2.Edge strip locations showing types and detail cross sections. E.Test Reports: 1.Abrasion resistance: Depth of wear for each tile type and color and volume loss of tile, certified by independent laboratory. 2.Tested per ASTM F510. 1.4 DELIVERY A.Deliver materials to the site in original sealed packages or containers, clearly marked with the manufacturer's name or brand, type and color, production run number and date of manufacture. 09 65 19 - 1 ATTACHMENT 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 B.Materials from containers which have been distorted, damaged or opened prior to installation will be rejected. 1.5 STORAGE A.Store materials in weathertight and dry storage facility. B.Protect from damage from handling, water, and temperature. 1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS A.The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only. B.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): D4078-02Water Emulsion Floor Finish E648-08Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a Radiant Energy Source E662-06Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by Solid Materials E1155-96 (R2008)Determining Floor Flatness and Floor Levelness Numbers F510-93 (R 2004)Resistance to Abrasion of Resilient Floor Coverings Using an Abrader with a Grit Feed Method F710-08Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring F1066-04Vinyl Composition Floor Tile F1344-04Rubber Floor Tile F1700-04Solid Vinyl Floor Tile C.Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI): IP #2Installation Practice for Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT) D.Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.): SS-T-312Tile Floor: Asphalt, Rubber, Vinyl and Vinyl Composition PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 GENERAL A.Furnish product type, materials of the same production run and meeting following criteria. B.Use adhesives, underlayment, primers and polish recommended by the floor resilient material manufacturer. C.Critical Radiant Flux: 0.45 watts per sq. cm or more, Class I, per ASTM E 648. D.Smoke density: Less than 450 per ASTM E662. 09 65 19 - 2 ATTACHMENT 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 2.2 VINYL COMPOSITION TILE A.ASTM F1066, Composition 1, 300 mm (12 inches) square, 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick. B.Color and pattern uniformly distributed throughout thickness. 2.3 ADHESIVES A.Comply with applicable regulations regarding toxic and hazardous materials Green Seal (GS-36) for commercial adhesive. B.Use low-VOC adhesive during installation. Water based is preferred over solvent based adhesives. 2.4 PRIMER (FOR CONCRETE SUBFLOORS) As recommended by the adhesive and tile manufacturer. 2.5 LEVELING COMPOUND (FOR CONCRETE FLOORS) A.Provide cementitious products with latex or polyvinyl acetate resins in the mix. B.Determine the type of underlayment selected for use by the condition to be corrected. 2.6 POLISH AND CLEANERS A.Cleaners RFCI CL-1. B.Polish: ASTM D4078. 2.7 EDGE STRIPS A.28 mm (1-1/8 inch) wide unless shown otherwise. B.Bevel from maximum thickness to minimum thickness for flush joint unless shown otherwise. C.Extruded aluminum, mill finish, mechanically cleaned: 1.Drill and counter sink edge strip for flat head screws. 2.Space holes near ends and approximately 225 mm (9 inches) on center between. D.Resilient Edge Strip or Reducer Strip: Fed. Specs. SS-T-312, Solid vinyl. 2.8 SCREWS Stainless steel flat head screw. 2.9 FEATURE STRIPS A.Use same material as floor tile. B.Sizes and shapes as shown. 09 65 19 - 3 Attachment 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 PROJECT CONDITIONS A.Maintain temperature of materials a minimum of 22 C (70 F,) for 48 hours before installation. B.Maintain temperature of rooms where work occurs between 21 C and 27 C (70 F and 80 F), for at least 48 hours, before, during and after installation. C.Do not install flooring until building is permanently enclosed and wet construction in or near areas to receive tile materials is complete, dry and cured. 3.2 SUBFLOOR PREPARATION A.Verify that concrete slabs comply with ASTM F710. At existing slabs, determine levelness by F-number method in accordance with ASTM E1155. Overall value shall not exceed as follows: FF30/FL20 B.Correct conditions which will impair proper installation. C.Fill cracks, joints and other irregularities in concrete with leveling compound: 1.Do not use adhesive for filling or leveling purposes. 2.Do not use leveling compound to correct imperfections which can be corrected by spot grinding. 3.Trowel to smooth surface free of trowel marks, pits, dents, protrusions, cracks or joints. D.Clean floor of oil, paint, dust, and deleterious substances: Leave floor dry and cured free of residue from existing curing or cleaning agents. E.Concrete Subfloor Testing: Determine Adhesion and dryness of the floor by bond and moisture tests as recommended by RFCI manual MRP. F.Perform additional subfloor preparation to obtain satisfactory adherence of flooring if subfloor test patches allows easy removal of tile. G.Prime the concrete subfloor if the primer will seal slab conditions that would inhibit bonding, or if priming is recommended by the tile or adhesive manufacturers. 3.3 INSTALLATION A.Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions for application and installation unless specified otherwise. B.Mix tile from at least two containers. An apparent line either of shades or pattern variance will not be accepted. C.Tile Layout: 1.If layout is not shown on drawings, lay tile symmetrically about center of room or space with joints aligned. 09 65 19 - 4 ATTACHMENT 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 2.No tile shall be less than 150 mm (6 inches) and of equal width at walls. 3.Place tile pattern in the same direction; do not alternate tiles. D.Trim tiles to touch for the length of intersections at pipes and vertical projections, seal joints at pipes with waterproof cement. E.Application: 1.Apply adhesive uniformly with no bare spots. a.Conform to RFC1-TM-6 for joint tightness and for corner intersection unless layout pattern shows random corner intersection. b.More than 5 percent of the joints not touching will not be accepted. 2.Roll tile floor with a minimum 45 kg (100 pound) roller. No exceptions. 3.The Resident Engineer may have test tiles removed to check for non-uniform adhesion, spotty adhesive coverage, and ease of removal. Install new tile for broken removed tile. F.Installation of Edge Strips: 1.Locate edge strips under center line of doors unless otherwise shown. 2.Set resilient edge strips in adhesive. Anchor metal edge strips with anchors and screws specified. 3.Where tile edge is exposed, butt edge strip to touch along tile edge. 4.Where thin set ceramic tile abuts resilient tile, set edge strip against floor file and against the ceramic tile edge. 3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION A.Clean adhesive marks on exposed surfaces during the application of resilient materials before the adhesive sets. Exposed adhesive is not acceptable. B.Keep traffic off resilient material for a minimum 72 hours after installation. C.Clean and polish materials in the following order: 1.For the first two weeks sweep and damp mopped only. 2.After two weeks, scrub resilient materials with a minimum amount of water and a mild detergent. Leave surface clean and free of detergent residue. 3.Apply polish to the floors in accordance with the polish manufacturer's instructions. D.When construction traffic occurs over tile, cover resilient materials with reinforced kraft paper properly secured and maintained until removal is directed by Resident Engineer. At entrances and where wheeled vehicles or carts are used, cover tile with plywood, hardboard, or particle board over paper, secured and maintained until removal is directed by Resident Engineer. 09 65 19 - 5 ATTACHMENT 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 E.When protective materials are removed and immediately prior to acceptance, replace any damage tile, re-clean resilient materials, lightly re-apply polish and buff floors. 3.6 LOCATION A.Unless otherwise specified or shown, install tile flooring, on floor under areas where casework, laboratory and pharmacy furniture and other equipment occurs, except where mounted in wall recesses. B.Extend tile flooring for room into adjacent closets and alcoves. - - - E N D - - - 09 65 19 - 6 ATTACHMENT 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 SECTION 10 11 23 GLASS ENCLOSED BULLETIN BOARDS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. This section specifies glass door bulletin boards and related items. B. Boards may be either factory or field assembled. 1.2 RELATED WORK Color of aluminum anodic coating and tack surface: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FO FINISHES 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE Boards shall be the products of one manufacturer. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES. B. Shop Drawings: Identifying all parts by name and material and showing design, construction, installation, anchorage and relation to adjacent construction. C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data: 1. Glass door bulletin board. D. Samples: 1. Tackboard, 300 by 300 mm (six by six inches), each color, mounted on backing. 2. Integrally colored anodized aluminum, 300 mm (six inches) length. 1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only. B. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM): AMP 500 Series Metal Finishes Manual AMP 501 Finishes for Aluminum C. American National Standards (ANSI): Z97.1-04.. Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings - Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test D. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): B221/B221M-06. Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes and Tubes C1036-06. Flat Glass C1048-04. Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass F104-03... Nonmetallic Gasket Materials 10 11 23 - 1 Attachment 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 E. Composite Panel Association (CPA): A208.1-06.. Particleboard A135.4-04.. Basic Hardboard PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 GLASS DOOR BULLETIN BOARD 36 inch high by 48 inch wide glass door bulletin board shall consist of a tackboard, aluminum tubular frame, sliding aluminum framed glazed doors and other items specified and shown. 2.2 FABRICATION A. Materials: 1. Aluminum, extruded: ASTM B221. 2. Cork: ASTM F104, Type II, mildew resistant, Class 2. 3. Vinyl-Fabric, Type II, weight not less than 13 oz/sq. yd., complying with FS CCC-W-408. 4. Glass: ASTM C1036, Clear, Class 1, Quality q3, 6mm (1/4-inch) thick. 5. Backing: Hardboard, AHBA A135.4 or particleboard, CPA A208.1. B. Components: 1. Tackboard: Cork with a fabric cover, 6 mm (1/4-inch) thick factory laminated to a 3/8" hardboard or particleboard backing. Provide mildew-resistant, washable, vinyl fabric, laminated to " thick cork sheet. Provide fabric that has a flame spread rating of 25 or less when tested in accordance with STM E 84. Provide color and texture as scheduled or as selected from the manufacturer's standards. 2. Frames (Trim): Extruded aluminum, 1.5 mm (0.060-inch) thick, snap-on type, approximate face width 44 mm (1-3/4 inch), depth and configuration as required to return to wait and engage clips. 3. Mullions: Snap-on type, same material and face width as frames, designed to finish flush with frame. 4. Grounds: Continuous zinc-coated (galvanized) steel or extruded aluminum members designed to support the tackboard and clips for snap-on frames, and map rail 5. Clips: Manufacturer's standard as required to support fame, mullions, and display rail 6. Tubular Frame (For glass door bulletin board): Extruded aluminum 2.34 mm (0.092 inches) thick; tubular or open back in section, with flanges for concealed attachment, designed to support door hardware and tackboard. D. Finish exposed aluminum surfaces as follows: 1. AA 45 chemically etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating Class II Architectural, 0.4 mils thick (AA-M12C22A32). 2. AA 45 chemically etched medium matte, with integrally colored anodic coating, Class II Architectural, 0.4 mils thick (AA-M12C22A32, of color to match approved sample). 10 11 23 - 2 Attachment 3 VA256-09-RP-0231 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL A. Install units in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, use concealed fasteners. B. Inspect surfaces and related construction to receive units. Partitions shall have reinforcing to receive fasteners. Verify type and placement of reinforcement. C. Do not proceed with the installation until reinforcement is in place and surfaces are flat. D. Assemble units as specified by the manufacturer. 3.2 INSTALLATION OF GLASS DOOR BULLETIN BOARDS A. Glass door bulletin board units shall be factor assembled, except tackboard may be either field mounted or shop mounted on frame. B. Mounting bolts or screws shall be oval head of stainless steel or chromium plated steel or brass. Space fasteners 500 mm (20 inches) on center, except not less than three fasteners each side, top and bottom. Heads of fasteners shall not show on the frame face. - - - END - - - 10 11 23 - 3 ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 OVERTON BROOKS STATION RULES AND REGULATIONS Work HoursNormal Hospital hours of operation is 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday, except federal holidays Contractor work hours can be from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday thru Friday, except federal holidays Any deviation in work hours must be approved by Engineering Service in advance Submit your work hour deviation request in writing at least one week in advance for consideration Work outside normal operating hours will be scheduled for when it is most convenient for the hospital SecurityChief of Police Service is Lessie Brooks. Emergency contact number is 318-990-5911. Non- Emergency Police Dispatch is 318-990-5250. All contractor employees must obtain an ID badge from Police Service (Main Lobby, 1st Floor) ID badges must be worn at all times when working and worn in a visible location above the waist. Upon completion of the project, these badges must be returned to Police Service. Contractor is responsible for securing the project site/area, as well as any storage areas, job trailer and equipment. All contractor employees are subject to inspection of their personal effects, including their vehicle when on station. VA Police Officers do have arrest authority for violations on VA property This is Federal property. Any citation issued ill require their appearance in federal court or payment of fine. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission. VA reserves the right to shut down the project site/area and order contractor off the premises in the event of a national emergency. ParkingAll personal vehicles must be parked in lots 3, 3A, 9, 10 or 10A. No personal vehicles are allowed to be parked in the back dock area, patient parking areas, or in any reserved parking spots. The back loading dock shall be used for loading or unloading material only. Once loaded or unloaded the vehicle must be move immediately. No motorized equipment shall be stored or parked near the hospital without prior approval. No storage trailer or trucks will be parked near the hospital overnight without prior approval. All violators will be ticket by VA Police and vehicles towed at owner's expense. 1 ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 Infection ControlVA Infection Control Officer is Vickie Moore Contractor to implement VA identified project specific Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) measures. Contractor to educate and train all personnel on the required Infection Control prevention measures. Contractor to establish a dust control program. Dampen and cover debris to minimize dust. Blank off ducts and diffusers to prevent circulation of dust into occupied areas. Provide dust proof construction barriers Maintain negative air at all times HEPA filtration is required where the exhaust may reenter the breathing zone. Construction exhaust to the exterior must not be able to re-enter the hospital through intake vents or openings. Use adhesive walk-off mats at all transitions from construction area to occupied medical center area. Change as often to maintain clean work area directly outside the construction area at all times. Vacuum and wet mop all transition areas at the end of each work day. Do not haul debris through patient areas. Haul debris in dust proof containers. Wipe down container with damp rag to remove dust. GeneralSuperintendant shall have 30 hour OSHA training and all workers have 10 hour OSHA training Provide copies of OSHA certificates prior to start of work for each individual Superintendant shall be on site at all times when work is in progress. Key ControlContractor shall install cylinders that will accept Best Lock system in all designated construction access doors Contractor may use pad lock and hasp as long as it accepts the Best Lock Notify VA Project Engineer once cylinders are installed. Engineering will install construction cores and make appropriate # of keys These keys will be signed out to the contractor and must be returned once construction is complete Fire SafetyPer 29 CFR 1926, the contractor shall establish and maintain a fire protection program Prior to start of work, contractor must prepare and submit for approval a plan detailing protect specific fire safety measures Contractor shall provide safety briefings to all personnel prior to start of work. Safety briefing shall include but not limited to construction limits, egress, break and smoke areas, work hours, restroom locations Maintain free and unobstructed access and egress to facility. Temporary construction partitions to provide smoke-tight separation between construction areas and adjoining areas. Partitions to be construction of gypsum board or treated plywood on both sides of fire retardant treated wood or metal studs. Extend partitions through the suspended ceilings to the floor slab deck or roof. Partition doors to be Class C, hour fire/smoke rated doors with self-closing devices. Depending on the area, 1 or 2 hour and/or fire-rated construction to maintain fire rating. Close openings in smoke barriers and fire-rated construction to maintain fire rating. Seal penetrations with code compliant fire stopping material/assemblies. Provide and maintain extinguishers in construction areas and temporary storage areas. 2 ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 Do not impair sprinklers, smoke and heat detectors, and fire alarm systems except for the portions immediately under construction. Provide a fire watch for impairments more than 4 hours in a 24 hour period. Prevent accidental operation of smoke detectors (re: Hot Work Permit) Remove temporary covers at the end of work each day. Coordinate with Project Engineer. PermitsHot Work Permit is required anytime you do any welding, torching, brazing, soldering, etc. Coordinate with Project Engiineer. Request at least 2 hours in advance of start of hot work. Electrical Hot work requires Medical Center Directors approval and coordination with Engineering Service. Dig Permit is required for any excavating. Coordinate with Project Manager. SmokingSmoking is prohibited in and adjacent to construction areas. Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas. No smoking on the back dock or on roof tops. SanitaryDo not sue the Dumpster at the back dock Remove debris from the building daily. When working in Building 1 (Main Hospital) Contractor and personnel may use toilet accommodation assigned by the Project Engineer. Toilet usage is restricted to public restrooms only. Contractor shall keep toilet areas clean and free from damages. When working outside Building 1 (Main Hospital) Contractor to provide ample temporary toilet accommodations with suitable connection. Noise & OdorAlways be mindful of controlling your noise level and odor level May need to schedule and/or coordinate specific noise or odor generating tasks to specific hours or timeframes Construction area to be ventilated appropriately Job SiteContractors designated trailer and storage location is Lot 4 at the end of the east wing, except for the last 6 stalls (3 on each side) Contractor to submit a Job Trailer site map with utilities connections and distribution for approval Contractor responsible for set up, installation, security and utility installation of Job Trailer Utility connections must be coordinated with Engineering Service and Project Engineer. Close openings in smoke barriers and fire-rated construction to maintain fire rating. Close openings in smoke barriers and fire-rated construction to maintain fire rating. Access to Job SiteIngress and Egress paths for each project will be established and coordinated with the Project Engineer Once established/approved, all contractor personnel to make every effort to follow the approved path or route through the hospital 3 ATTACHMENT 7 VA256-09-RP-0231 Utility AvailabilityVA will make all reasonably required amounts of utilities available to the Contractor from existing outlets and supplies. Contractor shall carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge. Contractor responsible to install and maintain all necessary temporary connections and distribution lines in workmanlike manner. UtilityNo utility service (water, steam, sever, electricity, fire protection system, communications, etc.) are to be interrupted without prior approval. At times significant coordination efforts may be required to schedule a utility outage. Contractor to request utility outage in writing at least a week in advance. Outage will be scheduled at hospitals convenience Major utility interrupts must be requested in writing 15 days in advance. Conduct/DressAll contractor personnel shall dress appropriately for work and conduct shall be appropriate for hospital setting. Cell Phone UseCell Phone use is restricted in specific areas of the hospital. BE Radiation Oncology, 1E Emergency Rm, 3N SICU, 3W Surgery, 4N CAT Scan, 6E Patient Care Areas, 6N MICU, 6W Inpatient Area 4 Attachment 8 VA256-09-RP-0231 ____________________________________________________________________________________The drawings and/or specifications issued in this Addendum become part of the Construction Documents for the above referenced project and take precedence over previously issued versions. All other provisions and requirements of the Contract Documents shall remain in force. The following is a general listing of the changes included in this Addendum. This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor is it intended to be used as a substitute for thorough materials takeoffs or plans examination on the part of contractors or subcontractors.____________________________________________________________ SPECIFICATION CHANGES: None. DRAWING CHANGES: 1.Sheet E001, Light Fixture Schedule. Delete fixture D in entirety. 2.Sheet E001, Light Fixture Schedule, fixture E: Revise fixture lamps quantity to 2 lamps. Revise lamp type to 28W T5. 3.Sheet E001, Light Fixture Schedule, fixture N: Revise catalog part number from "LMC" to "LLC" 4.Sheet E001, Light Fixture Schedule, fixture U: Revise manufacturer from "Advent" to "Tech Lighting". 5.Sheet E001, Light Fixture General Notes. Revise note six in entirety to read "All fixtures and all ballasts shall have a 5-year warranty." 6.Sheet E001, Light Fixture General Notes. Add new note 8 to read: All fluorescent lamps shall be "GREEN" type, low mercury fixtures. All fluorescent ballasts shall have less than 10% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD). 7.Sheet E002, General Notes. Add the following to general note 4: "Each circuit and each multi-wire circuit shall have a dedicated neutral. Multi-wire circuits of different phases shall not share a neutral." 8.Sheet E502, Detail 3. Add the following notes. a.From TMGB in Basement, #4 AWG to cable tray in Corridor BS-92 so that cable tray is bonded to #4 and grounded to TMGB. RE: E301 for cable tray location. b.From TMGB in Basement #4 AWG to cable tray in Corridor BS-95 so that cable tray is bonded to #4 and grounded to TMGB. Where cable tray stops, extend #4 AWG to each conduit sleeve and then extend #4 AWG to all sections of cable tray so that all cable tray is continuously bonded together. RE: E301 for cable tray location. c.From TGB in First Floor, #4 AWG to cable tray in Corridor 1S-94 so that cable tray is bonded to #4 and grounded to TGB. Where cable tray stops, extend #4 AWG to each conduit sleeve and then extend #4 AWG to all sections of cable tray so that all cable tray is continuously bonded together. RE: E302 for cable tray location. 9.Sheet E202. Revise motor rated switches for fans EF-1, EF-2, EF-3 to be weatherproof motor rated switches. 10.Sheet E301. Add a data drop (CAT 5e), 1" Conduit to Panel HP1 in ELEC BS-03 (Provide 10 feet spare cabling at panel. 1 Attachment 8 VA256-09-RP-0231 11.Sheet E601. Panel HP1, Manufacturer and type block: Add the following "Provide 3000 level system". Add the following note at the bottom of the panel schedule. Provide all required connections and cross-over cabling so that Powerlink G3 3000 system is connected to the internet and fully operational. Provide all required programming. Train users to access system via internet and to program system to control building lighting functions." 2 QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES: QUESTION #1: Specification Attachment #1, Page 00 01 15 - 11, Section 1.4, Sub Section B., Item 2. refers to security badges being required for all General Contractor's employees. This was also mentioned in the pre-bid meeting as a requirement. Please verify the procedure, any cost of badges and if we are to include that cost in our proposal. RESPONSE: The VA Security office will make and provide the necessary badges for all contractor personnel at no expense to the contractor. QUESTION #2: Specification Attachment #1, Page 00 01 15 - 11, Section 1.4, Sub Section D., Item 1. refers to "section 1.34 Overton Brooks Station Rules and Regulations". This is also listed in the table of contents. A description of this section appears on page 00 01 15 - 34, but the document itself does not appear to be provided. Please provide this missing section. RESPONSE: Reference the attached sheet entitled Overton Brooks VA MC. These are general station rules and regulations. QUESTION #3: Please verify if this project is exempt from local and state sales and use tax, or if we are to include the cost of all applicable taxes on materials included in our proposal. RESPONSE: The Government is exempt from local and state sales and use tax. If an offeror is NOT "tax exempt," then all applicable taxes on materials is to be included in your proposed cost. QUESTION #4: A floor opening for Pipe Chase Room BS93 is indicated on Sheet A101. No corresponding floor opening is detailed on the Structural Plan 1 on Sheet S104. Please provide all necessary structural information for this area (slab edge detail, additional beam required to frame this opening). RESPONSE: Concrete floor slab to be blocked out in Chase Room BS93 on first floor to accommodate chase. Reinforcing steel displaced by block out to be equally distributed on remaining sides of opening. Edges of opening to be notched and have a continuous galvanized L1.5x1.5x1/4 edge angle with 1/2" diameter headed studs at 24" OC to support removable 1.5" galvanized metal grating to cover entire opening area. Opening shall not interfere with concrete beam along Grid 3. QUESTION #5: Sheet S310 shows backfill existing in the sub basement of the existing building. The new areas that we are to construct to match this area do not indicate any backfill. Please verify if this backfill is required in the expansion area? RESPONSE: No backfill is required in the expansion area. QUESTION #6: Detail 1 on Sheet S104 refers to a Section 5 on Sheet S541 along Column Line #4. Sheet S541 was not issued with the bid documents. Please provide this missing sheet or the correct section designation for this area. RESPONSE: Detail should read 5/S411 instead of 5/S541. There is no sheet S541. QUESTION #7: The www.fbo.gov website lists Drawing S701 available to download, however after downloading the file it is duplicate electronic version of Drawing S002. Please provide Drawing S701. RESPONSE: A modification to the solicitation was posted to FedBizOpps on July 7, 2009 correcting the duplication. An electronic version of the drawing is being sent to all offerors requesting the drawing due to the attachment to the modification not "uploading" into the FedBizOpps website. Requests need to be emailed to Carolyn.Lee3@va.gov. 1 QUESTION #8. There are 4 attachments for specifications on the www.fbo.gov website. One attachment is a title page. The other three attachments are all specifications. Attachments 1 (567 pages) and 2 (554 pages) appear to be a complete specification manual, however the 3rd attachment (1100 pages) starts at the beginning of the specifications and goes through section 26 05 11. Which of these attachments compose the correct specification manual? Does attachment 3 supersede the other 2 attachments or vice versa? RESPONSE: The title page, Attachment 1 (567 pages) and Attachment 2 (554 pages) are the correct specifications. The 3rd attachment (1100 pages) is not part of the specifications and it is unknown how it became a part of the solicitation on FedBizOpps. QUESTION #9: Sheet C101 indicates seal coating the existing asphalt parking lot. Division 32 specifications do not indicate what type of product we are to use for seal coating. Please specify what product/procedures we are to use for seal coating of the existing parking lot. RESPONSE: Use hot-applied asphalt based product recommended for application in Shreveport, LA equal to Crafco Inc. Parking Lot Sealant #34200. Refer to www.crafco.com. QUESTION #10: What are the allowable work hours and work days at the facility? RESPONSE: Contractor work hours are from 7:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, except for Federal holidays. QUESTION #11: Note 20 on Sheet A101 and the First Floor Plan on Sheet A111 both indicate a glass enclosed bulletin board. Note 20 refer us to the specifications for more detail. No specification for the glass enclosed bulletin board was issued. Please provide a specification on size and acceptable manufacturers for the glass enclosed bulletin board. RESPONSE: Refer to attached specification 101123 Glass Enclosed Bulletin Board. QUESTION #12: Refer to Detail 7 on Sheet A903, DIM-1 states that these signs will have 6" letters in aluminum with a satin finish. Are acrylic letters with a satin aluminum face acceptable, or are solid aluminum letters required? RESPONSE: Provide as specified. QUESTION #13: Refer to Detail 7 on Sheet A903, DIM-2 states that these signs will have 12" letters with the same design criteria as DIM-1. Would sign foam with aluminum facing and painted returns be an acceptable for this application? RESPONSE: Provide as specified. QUESTION #14: Detail 7 on Sheet A902 indicates a sign frame constructed of aluminum. Please verify which signs would require this frame detail? RESPONSE: Detail 7 on Sheet A902 is a mounting detail for projecting sign types PRO-1 and PRO-2. QUESTION #15: Specification Section 08 83 00, Sub Section 2.1, Panoramic Dome Detection Mirrors; indicates (3) different types of domes and mounting methods. Room BS-32 Observation on Sheet A101, indicates only (2) Convex mirrors. Please verify which of the three types of mirrors are required at this location and if there are any other panoramic mirrors located within the facility? RESPONSE: Convex mirrors (half dome) are only required in Room BS-32. QUESTION #16: Sheet C-101 indicates planter areas south of the building. Please provide a plant legend, quantity, size and layout at the location to be installed, if we are required to include this work in our proposal. RESPONSE: Provide 4" of top soil in planter locations, no planting material is required. 2 QUESTION #17: Section 08 41 13 Aluminum Entrances and Storefronts 1.1 Description is calling for a 1 3/4 x 4 1/2 stick system / all of the window details are drawn as a 6" curtainwall system (same detail on both systems). We need to find out if the architect wants to use 6" curtainwall everywhere or does he want to use two different systems on the building? All of the stick systems that we have located for the storefront elevations are 2 x 5 and they are all interior set systems; we would prefer to use 6" curtainwall at all elevations, but we will use whatever system the architect would like us to use. RESPONSE: Refer to section 08 41 13 paragraph 1.1.2.b. change to read "Outside glazed silicone glazed 2 " sight lines 6" deep section. 1 QUESTION #18: On drawing P101 there are several references about using air admittance valves. The Louisiana plumbing code does not allow the use of these devices. Please advise if you want to use these valves or not. RESPONSE: The use of air admittance valves is correct for this federal project. QUESTION #19: On Drawing M201, Note #5 calls for the chilled water pipe to be heat traced above and below grade back to the building. The specifications, page 203, calls for heat trace on piping exposed to weather. Which application will apply: RESPONSE: The chilled water piping shall be heat-traced above and below grade as described in keyed note 5 on sheet M201. The statement in the specifications may be revised to read: "Chilled water piping above and below grade from building to chiller and all other areas exposed to the weather. 3
 

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