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RFI Questions for Project # 630A4-24-411- Patient Renovate D2 Swing Space (St Albans). Page 2 of 4 Per RFI responses, Will the VA be providing change orders to the contractor if the existing plumbing ... RFI Questions for Project # 630A4-24-411- Patient Renovate D2 Swing Space (St Albans). Page 2 of 4 Per RFI responses, Will the VA be providing change orders to the contractor if the existing plumbing system does not work, or should a non-functional plumbing system be incorporated into the contractor's price? VA will not be providing change orders if the existing plumbing system does not work. It is the Contractor s decision on how to price the work. The contractor had the opportunity to assess the conditions of the existing plumbing system during the pre-bid walkthrough. Per RFI 30, the split units are currently drained into a sink, which is not per code. Can the VA identify where an appropriate drain line is for the system to be tied into? The contractor is responsible for connecting to the closest drain line Per RFI 53, What type of repair is needed for the Terrazzo? Can epoxy be used or does new terrazzo need to be mixed and placed to match existing? Yes, the terrazzo floor can be repaired using epoxy. Per RFI 58m, VCT is not terrazzo. The question being asked is whether or not there is ceramic tile replacement in this bathroom or if the bathroom actually has VCT as shown on the drawings provided? There is no ceramic tile replacement in this bathroom. The bathroom doesn t have VCT. The drawings were not updated. Per RFI 66, Upon walking the site, there is no consistency in the door hardware for the contractor to use the ward standard . Is there a specific manufacturer the VA would like us to use for all replacement hardware needed? Sargent Lever Set, 6-pin Single Plug LG Keyway Per RFI 21, 78, 82, and 89, RFI 21 outlines a total of 1600 SF of ACT to be replaced. The ceiling tiles are 2 x4 , meaning they are 8SF a piece, giving us a total of 100 ceiling tiles. RFI 78 says to use 75 ceiling tiles in that area, RFI 82 says to use five ceiling tiles, and RFI 89 says to use 25 ceiling tiles. This gives us over 100 ceiling tiles already and this only covers three areas of the ward. What is the total number of ACT to be replaced? There will be approximately 200 ceiling tiles to replace and/or install. The contractor is to provide unit prices for ACT, ceramic tiles, and VCT tiles. Per RFI 92 and 93, Where will the oxygen tank storage be located? It will be determined on-site. Per RFI 97, Will D1 be available for new plumbing rough-in if deemed necessary, or are there patients on the floor below? There are no patients on the floor below. D1 will be available for new plumbing rough-in if necessary. All work must be coordinated with VA staff. Per RFI 100, Only four outlets will be required. No changes to the phone or data lines will be needed. Include the work needed to install a new phone and data lines in the cost proposal for Nurse Station D-221. Approximately nine quad outlets and data and phone lines per 1 electrical outlet will be required. RFI # 3 For the Contractor to know if there is enough space to add AC and TV outlets, they would have to perform the work. Will there be a change order if the contractor has to add new runs to the breaker panel for the new AC window units? Also, RFI # 34, VA, states that the contractor will need to add lines as needed. Will there be a change order if the lines need to be added? The contractor won t be able to tell unless they check the wiring while working on it. There are adequate outlets within the rooms, and in many instances, they need to be relocated within the room to accommodate the requirements. RFI # 12 How does the connection work for Spectrum? If a cable box is needed for each TV, the VA would have to sign up to pay for each box monthly, A cable box is not needed for each TV. The contractor is to run the cable to the location where the new TV is to be mounted. Contractor to coordinate with Spectrum. RFI #18 How does the Contractor know how much of the existing ceiling needs to be demoed if they haven t started the project? Will there be another change order? The contractor had the opportunity to assess the conditions of the existing ceiling during the pre-bid walkthrough. RFI #20 States that the upgrade to the electrical system is not part of the scope, but RFI # 68 states ALL ELECTRICAL PANELS WILL NEED TO BE UPDATED! and RFI # 69 states that the maximum number of electrical panels to be replaced is 4. So, is the contractor upgrading the panels and nothing else? The scope includes an upgrade of 4 electrical panels. RFI # 24 The question with the Cleveland grid is that they mentioned that the contractor would have to modify the lights to fit in the grid. Do the new ceiling tiles fit in the old-style Cleveland grid, or will those have to be modified, too? The contractor will modify the existing Cleveland grid to fit the lights and new ceiling tiles. The work must be done aesthetically. RFI # 26 So, do the contractors have to contact Contracting to see if the bids must be emailed or sent by snail mail? It just states mailed As stated in the solicitation, both forms (mail and hand delivery ) and no email are accepted. RFI # 39 States that the contractor should purchase new doors if the existing doors can t be used. Is that another change order for the number of new doors to be ordered? Five new doors are needed. RFI # 49 How can the contractor verify that all the water supplies are working correctly, all the drains are there and functioning properly, along with the vent lines, without actually taking them apart and following them to make sure all everything is functioning in the walls and ceilings that we couldn t see in the walk thru? Will there be another change order? The contractor is responsible for making repairs and unclogging the lines. The contractor is not responsible for the entire new system. RFI # 54 States that New TVs will require new dedicated outlets, so all the TVs will be new, so all the TVs will need new dedicated outlets. The answer provided was not correct. There should be enough outlets within the rooms that could be relocated to accommodate new TVs RFI # 76 States the existing floor and wall tiles need to be patched, repaired, painted, or laminated as needed, so just to be clear, the new tile doesn t have to match, and the contractors are not going to demo all of the bathrooms, just patch? The contractor is to match the new tiles as closely as possible in the laundry room D-215. The floor tiles need to be patched. The contractor is responsible for selecting matching tiles. The final effect must be aesthetically pleasing. Per RFI 68 and 69, are the panels properly labeled currently? Will the electrician have to spend time testing and relabeling each breaker prior to replacing the panels? The contractor shall relabel the breakers in the existing panels. The contractor is responsible for updating the directory. Per RFI 26, Has the VA contracting department determined if the bid submission is electronic/by email, or must it be hand-delivered? As stated in the solicitation, both forms (mail and hand delivery ) no email - are accepted. THE END

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Page 2 of 2 Project #: 630A4-24-411 Project Title: Renovate D2 Swing Space (St. Albans) Scope of Work: Provide all necessary construction services for the above project at the New York Harbor Healthca... Page 2 of 2 Project #: 630A4-24-411 Project Title: Renovate D2 Swing Space (St. Albans) Scope of Work: Provide all necessary construction services for the above project at the New York Harbor Healthcare Center St. Albans Community Living Center St. Albans, NY. Schedule: 60 calendar days Specific Requirements: This project includes a general cosmetic renovation/upgrade of the entire second floor (D2 Ward) of Building 86 to accommodate approximately 20 beds in the ward. Hallway/Main Corridor: Purchase and install automatic door equipment for the ward s front doors to make them automatic. Relocate, if necessary, existing electrical fixtures, LED lights, outlets, switches, cover plates, and possible wiring and conduits Repair of exhaust line (in conjunction with ongoing C3/D3 project) Seal/caulk existing VCT/terrazzo floor tiles with gray sealant at cracked locations only Installation of VCT floor tiles (whenever the tiles are missing or broken) to be spot-patched. Secure and tighten a loose wall-mounted handrail. Cut, remove, and replace only damaged portions of existing baseboard/molding. Purchase and install new full-height corner guards that are missing or damaged (9 corner guards) Plaster/grout, spackle, and caulk all holes and defects throughout the hallway, as needed. Purchase and install five (5) window-mounted air conditioners and associated louvers. Install new dedicated power feed for new AC units. Demolition and removal of existing rail support for ten (10) window curtains Purchase and installation of blinds and rail support for ten (10) window curtains Replace one damaged radiator cover. Clean all areas once all work is complete. Purchase and installation of one (1) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Hallway/Common Bathroom: Purchase and installation of two (2) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Room D-201 Existing: Three Separate Staff Offices / Proposed: Three Beds Demolition and removal of existing walls for the three office spaces Relocate existing electrical fixtures, LED lights, outlets, switches, cover plates, and wiring/conduits as necessary. Purchase and installation of new bathroom fixtures Purchase and installation of a new sink in a patient room Purchase and installation of rail support for patient privacy curtains Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room, including the bathroom, as needed. Purchase and installation of three flat-screen/smart TV mounts with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for three beds Installation of cable TV service to three TVs Purchase and installation of two (2) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of three (3) overbed lighting fixtures Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-202 Existing: Staff Offices / Proposed: Three Beds Purchase and installation of new bathroom fixtures Removal of existing bathtub (mud tub) and installation of shower Purchase and installation of new sink inpatient room Purchase and installation of rail support for patient privacy curtains Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room, including the bathroom, as needed. Repair of damaged wall Purchase and installation of three flat-screen/smart TV mounts with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for three beds Installation of cable TV service to three TVs Removal of existing lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of two (2) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of three (3) overbed lighting fixtures Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-203 Existing: C2 Clean Utility Room / Proposed: SPS Purchase and installation of one (1) 2x4 LED lighting fixture Room next to D-204 Existing: Bathroom / Proposed: Staff Bathroom Purchase and installation of VCT floor tiles (at certain locations) to be spot-patched. Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-205 Existing: Four Separate Staff Offices / Proposed: Three Beds Demolition and removal of existing walls for the four office spaces Reuse the existing sink (check if the plumbing is working) in a patient room Create a transition between two ceiling heights. Relocate existing electrical fixtures, LED lights, outlets, switches, cover plates, and wiring/conduits as necessary. Purchase and installation of two (2) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of three (3) overbed lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of rail support for patient privacy curtains Purchase and installation of four flat-screen/smart TV mounts with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for four beds Installation of cable TV service to four TVs Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-206 Existing: Staff Offices / Proposed: Three Beds Purchase and installation of new bathroom fixtures Removal of existing bathtub and installation of shower Purchase and installation of three (3) overbed lighting fixtures Demolition and removal of existing rail support for patient privacy curtains Purchase and installation of rail support for patient privacy curtains Purchase and installation of three flat-screen/smart TV mounts with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for three beds Installation of cable TV service to three TVs Clean all areas once all work is complete. Purchase and installation of plumbing and water lines for a new sink Room D-207 Existing: Two Separate Staff Offices / Proposed: Three Beds Demolition and removal of existing walls for the two office spaces Cut out for new door opening by removing the drywall for the bathroom. Purchase and installation of new bathroom fixtures Installation of new non-rated HM door and frame with hardware and hinges Relocate existing electrical fixtures, LED lights, outlets, switches, cover plates, and wiring/conduits. Purchase and installation of rail support for patient privacy curtains Purchase and installation of three flat-screen/smart TV mounts with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for three beds Installation of cable TV service to three TVs Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-208 Existing: EMS Training Room / Proposed: Three Beds Removal of existing bathtub and installation of shower; convert the tub drain and controls to new shower controls. Purchase and installation of new bathroom fixtures Demolition and removal of existing rail support for patient privacy curtains Purchase and installation of rail support for patient privacy curtains Purchase and installation of new telephone and data conduits and outlets, as needed. Purchase and installation of one (1) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of three (3) overbed lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of one (1) 2x2 LED lighting fixtures in the bathroom Purchase and installation of three flat-screen/smart TV mounts with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for three beds Installation of cable TV service to three TVs Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-209 Existing: Electrical Closet / Proposed: Electrical Closet Update the electrical panel. Update panel directory Room D-210 Existing: Storage Room / Proposed: Nutrition Kitchen Purchase and installation of LVT floor tiles Purchase and installation of new baseboard Demolition and removal of existing carpet floor and preparation for installation of LVT floor tiles Demolition and removal of existing baseboard Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-211 Existing: Bathroom / Proposed: Community Bathroom Purchase and installation of new bathroom fixtures Close the existing shower completely with drywall, spackle, and paint. Replace the existing crooked door with a door removed from the demolished partitions. Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-212 Existing: Two Separate Staff Offices (EMS) / Proposed: Solarium Demolition and removal of existing walls for the two office spaces Relocate existing electrical fixtures, LED lights, outlets, switches, cover plates, and wiring/conduits if needed. Demolition and removal of existing carpet flooring Purchase and installation of LVT floor tiles or if Terrazzo clean and polish Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room Purchase and installation of one flat-screen/smart TV mount with full swivel/articulating motion feature (arm) for the space Installation of cable TV service to one (1) TV Relocate two (2) existing camera cables, monitors, and DVR from the room at the back to the Nurse Station. Purchase and install two (2) new cameras with wiring. Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-214 Existing: Oxygen Storage Room / Proposed: Oxygen Storage Room Replace ceiling tiles. Patch walls Replace door hardware. Install door closer. Seal all penetration from deck to deck. Add one 2x4 LED light fixture. Relocate existing electrical fixtures, LED lights, outlets, switches, cover plates, and wiring/conduits if needed. Purchase and installation of LVT floor tiles or if Terrazzo clean and polish Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-215 Existing: Laundry Room / Proposed: Laundry room Purchase and installation of new wall and floor tiles Purchase and installation of exhaust pipe for the dryer machine; modifying washer and dryer pi Purchase and installation of new light fixture Purchase and installation of ACT to replace missing or damaged tiles. Scrape peeling paint and repaint all existing radiator unit covers. Paint the room fully and completely. Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room Installation of one (1) 2x4 LED lighting fixture Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-216 Existing: Housekeeping Room / Proposed: Housekeeping room Purchase and installation of new wall and floor tiles (spot locations, as needed) Purchase and installation of new EMS sink Purchase and installation of ACT to replace missing or damaged tiles. Scrape peeling paint and repainting radiator unit covers. Paint the room fully and completely. Installation of two (2) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room, Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-217 Existing: Bathroom / Proposed: Bathroom Purchase and installation of new ADA lavatory, with new ADA faucet and wall carrier Purchase and installation of new toilets and urinals with new flash valves at existing roughing Purchase and installation of new wall and floor tiles Purchase and installation of new toilet stall partitions Purchase and installation of ACT to replace missing or damaged tiles. Purchase and install new full-height corner guards. Paint the bathroom fully and completely. Scrape peeling paint and repaint all existing radiator unit covers. Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room Purchase and installation of toilet partitions Clean all areas once all work is complete. Purchase and installation of three (3) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Purchase and installation of one (1) shower, three new grab bars, and a shower rod (photos) Installation of the door for empty oxygen tank space (photo). The storage room will be located behind the shower wall. Room D-218 Existing: Communal Shower / Proposed: Communal Shower/Equipment Storage Purchase and installation of new fixtures Purchase and installation of new wall and floor tiles to replace damaged/loose tiles. Purchase and installation of ACT Purchase and install new full-height corner guards. Paint the bathroom fully and completely. Scrape peeling paint and repaint all existing radiator unit covers. Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room Purchase and installation of two (2) 2x4 LED lighting fixtures Clean all areas once all work is complete. Connect exhaust ductwork and replace fan, belts, etc. Add trench drain if needed. Soiled Room - Existing Linen Shute next to C2 Repair damaged flooring, ceiling tiles Room D-221 Existing: Staff Offices / Proposed: Nurses Station Remove the wood panel from the window and install tempered glass. Purchase and installation of new telephone and data conduits and outlets Plaster, spackle, and caulk throughout the room, Purchase and installation of one (1) lighting fixtures Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-222 Existing: Staff Office / Proposed: Single Patient Room Installation of drywall to cover existing shower, spackle, and paint. Clean all areas once all work is complete. Room D-223 Existing: Staff Office / Proposed: Clean Linen Touch paint and clean as needed. Room D-224 (no number on door) - Existing: Staff Office / Proposed: Nurse Manager Touch paint and clean as needed. GENERAL: Incidental asbestos abatement of plumbing, as needed. Relocate existing outlets, switches, and IT from demolished partitions. Purchase and Installation of 40 button Wireless Nurse Call System with console and programming Purchase and installation of coaxial cables, two amplifiers, and connectors for all new TV units Existing fire alarm systems shall be protected during construction work. Purchase and install 2x4 LED lights to complement the existing one to make 4 lights per patient room. Purchase and installation of LED spotlight/downlight for each patient Removal of all existing overhead lights in patient rooms Removal and disposal of existing DUKANE Nurse Call system Lighting fixtures can be different types; keep the same type of fixtures per location. Adjust misc. Existing doors and hardware as needed to close and latch properly. Purchase and installation of two (2) new 46 x 80 HM doors with new hardware and hinges Restore each headwall in each room. Installation of one (1) sink for all patient rooms. Replace all radiator traps and controls. Contractor must follow all VA infection control, safety, and security requirements. Relocate sprinkler heads as needed. Install window ACs in each room. BTU is determined by the square footage of each room. Reuse AC split units in room D205 to feed the main corridor. Four ceiling cassettes are to be spread equally throughout the corridor. Contractor responsible for connecting televisions to the existing VA cable network. All showers to have scald protection installed. Requirements: A. Construction contractors and A/E design firms selected by award to perform work at VISN 2 VA facilities must utilize the VISN 2 Autodesk Build Construction management platform, also called Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). Access to the platform and training portal will be provided by VISN 2 through the project Contracting Officer Representative (COR) at no cost for the duration of the project. Autodesk Build is the management and collaborative environment that VISN 2 uses for all its Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM), Minor Program projects, Feasibility Studies, Commissioning, and Retro-Commissioning contracts. The contractor has no user, license, or subscription fee for using this cloud-based platform. B. Contractor shall accomplish and complete the following tasks upon award of contract: 1. Request access to the ACC platform and Productivity NOW eLearning Site to project VA COR NLT 14 days from contract award. 2. Only staff utilizing the platform will be granted access examples: Project manager, sub-contractors POC, Site manager, Safety officer, etc. 3. The access request shall be in writing and include a staff list. The list shall include the following information: · Full Name · Company Name · Email Address · Role/Position on the project (i.e., Project manager, site super) 4. Upon granting access, staff shall complete the required ACC training through the Productivity NOW platform within 12 Calendar days. 5. Upon successful completion of training, the contractor shall submit certificates of completion to COR NLT 2 business days. C. Access to Productivity NOW eLearning will expire after 12 Calendar days after online access is granted. The contractor shall complete ACC training within that period. D. Additional staff and subcontractors can be added anytime with a request submitted to the project COR as described above. E. The contractor shall only use the ACC platform for contract-required submissions and official project correspondence to be acknowledged, reviewed, and action by the responsible party. No additional time shall be added to the contract, nor will an increase in contract amount be provided for the contractor s failure to utilize the ACC platform as the project s official communication and collaboration system. Any correspondence from the platform shall not be the governing authority's contradicting direction and will be at the contractor s expense. Official project correspondence and collaboration include but are not limited to RFIs, submittals, schedules, shutdown requests, actionable tasks, reports, testing, safety inspections, photos, and site surveys. F. Contractor must inform the COR of any staff changes NLT 2 business days from the change. Staff changes pertain to staff who was granted access to the ACC platform. Contractor shall request termination of access, replacement of personnel and/or any other action that might impact the contractor ability to maintain required utilization of the platform. G. Contractor submission requirements cannot be accepted for work to begin without meeting all ACC Platform requirements outlined herein, including completing required ACC platform training.