VA Response to RFIs Solicitation No

VA Response to RFIs for Solicitation

No. 36C26127Q0072

Replace Dental Vacuum Piping
RFI #1 – We are performing independent research on the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (36C26127Q0072). We would like to know if this is a brand-new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number and what the total contract value was? VA Response: This is a new procurement.
RFI #2 - (Spec 01 00 00 1.3; SOW I.B; Spec 22 62 19.74; Drawing PD100) The base bid says to replace piping from the existing pumps, but the SOW, specs and PD100 call for a new VACSTAR VS90 vacuum system (or equal) with two 80-gal separator tanks and controls. Please confirm whether new vacuum pumps, both separator tanks and controls are part of the base bid. How many pumps? Does the existing BAS vendor have to do the BAS connection? VA Response: The base bid shall include a complete new dental vacuum system, including six (6) vacuum pumps, two (2) 80-gallon separator tanks, and new controls, as scheduled on Sheet P-001. Provide VACSTAR VS90 or approved equal, complete with all accessories and connections required for a fully operational system.
The existing BAS is manufactured by Johnson Controls (JCI). Include coordination with and services of the existing BAS vendor for connection, programming, graphics, and testing required to integrate the new vacuum system into the existing BAS. Include all associated costs in the base bid.
RFI #3 - (SOW II.G; SOW I.Q) The SOW says no work 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Friday, but also says basement work can happen during normal hours. Can basement/pump-room work be done during normal hours, or must all labor be priced as after-hours? Will weekend work usually be allowed?
VA Response: For bidding purposes, assume all construction work will occur outside the clinical operating hours stated in the Statement of Work. Weekend and federal-holiday work is not automatically authorized and requires prior written approval from the Contracting Officer. Bidders shall include any weekend work needed to complete their proposed sequence within the contract duration. After award, the VA may authorize selected basement or pump-room work during normal hours. Such authorization will not, by itself, entitle the Contractor to an adjustment. If the Contractor performs work on simultaneous shifts, qualified supervision, safety, and quality-control coverage are required for each active shift.