ADDENDUM 1
For Request for Proposal No. 240427, dated 11/14/2011 the following answers are provided as
clarification:
1. Q: Line No. 26 in the Rate Schedule includes commissioning in the title but there is no mention of
the support expected in the description. On what basis should commission support be estimated and
proposed?
A: Line Item No. 26 refers to the CATs and ATP. The word “commissioning” is misleading and is
deleted from the title.
2. Q: Are bid bonds required?
A: Payment and Performance Bonds will be required for full amount of contract
3. Q: ATTACHMENT C – Pricing Template and Measurement for Payment. Pages 1-7 describe Pay
Item Lines 1 thru 28 while the attached Table B-1 lists over 500 items to be priced. Are we to
provide a summary pricing for the 28 line items listed on Pages 1-7?
A: Yes. The Summary Pricing is the sub-total value of the items listed under the Pay Item.
4. Buyer’s request to provide the costs for over 500 line items is particularly onerous for the
Contractor. It also injects a reasonable assurance for errors in the spread sheet estimate. Request a
dramatic reduction in the quantity of bid items.
A: The pricing template is provided to roll up and account for costs at the line item level.
Measurement of Pay Items includes a summary of pricing for the FFUR pricing template and both
must be submitted by the offeror.
5. Q: Specification, Various Sections, there are requirements for a manufacturers representative to
provide start up support and training for maintenance staff in several sections. There will be
significant travel cost and labor cost for each of these site visits. In what item should the cost be
included when there are only unit prices for individual components
A: Cost should be included in the lines containing the component items, and represented in the pay
item line summary pricing value of the measurement for payment Attachment C.2
6. Q: Based on the contract documents as written, it appears that process electrical and process
mechanical start-up is not included in the package. We put the skids into place, assemble piping in
their proper place, and walk away.
A: Start-up operational testing is not required. Continuity checks and functionality checks, pressure
tests, leak tests, “bump and rotate” and such, will be performed by the Contractor
7. Q: Will you add detail that describes this and clearly defines contractor and CHPRC roles
throughout the start-up and turnover process, and provide the detailed wiring, instrumentation and
control drawings required?
A: Clarification by revision to the SOW will be provided in a future Addendum.
8. Q: No description of test plans, specifications, and procedures as contained in CHPRC’s procedure
system was included in the proposal package. For us to adequately price this, we suggest that you call
these items (procedures and so forth) out specifically so that we are able to clearly understand the
division of responsibilities in these procedures regarding test authorities, engineers, and so forth for
the various systems (both building and process skids).
A: Clarification by revision to the SOW will be provided in a future Addendum.
9. Q: Startup could very well be the most difficult part of the job. We would suggest some kind of
reverse turnover process to ensure operability of GFE before we handle or install such GFE
equipment - especially if the intent is to have us perform work beyond setting the equipment and
hooking up piping. Obviously, there is tremendous liability to us as Contractors for either receiving
defective equipment (leading to disagreement regarding the origin of the defect) or installing it
without sufficient information regarding interlocks, PLCs, test procedures, and so forth that are out of
our control. It could possibly be best to never turn over process equipment to the Contractor at all,
but to install the process equipment using MSA Rigging and the same test engineers and personnel
who did the original tests, and hook ups, of the prototype equipment. A: The equipment is buyer
furnished equipment. CHPRC will start up the process equipment.
10. Q: Section 00110, Ref. RFP Section 1.2.3. This section is contradictory. Who is to have general
supervision of construction activities: CHPRC or Contractor? Is the Contractor “a member of a team
under the general supervision of CHPRC,” or is the “Contractor responsible for independently
planning, organizing and controlling and managing its own work scope”? We’d like to request a crisp
description of roles and interfaces with regards to management, work planning, construction, startup, and turn over.
A: Contractor shall be responsible for planning, organizing and performing a wide variety of
specialized administrative/technical duties in support of the successful completion of goals and
deliverables. Unless otherwise approved, the Contractor shall work in accordance with CHPRC
contract requirements, operating policies and procedures and shall be responsible for execution of the
work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for assigned project and
facility. Clarification by revision to the SOW will be provided in a future Addendum.3
11. Q: The RFP states there are 5 key positions; however, only 4 positions are listed.
A: 5 was a typo -there are four (4) Key Positions as listed in the RFP.
12. Q: Change Control Process and How it will work to allow work to continue while changes and
contract mods are negotiated – I believe the current contract language needs a lot of work because it
clearly states to stop work and do not proceed until the contract is modified – that will not work. (see
current SOW Work Management Requirements Section 1.5 and contract section 012613)
A: Per the general provisions of the contract, a contractor must continue to work at maximum ability
while modifications to the contract are resolved (ref. GP Section 6.1 B).
13. Q: How do change orders intended to be negotiated? Can’t be based just on the fixed unit rates as
those are for material.
A: Modifications under fixed unit rate/firm fixed pricing will use the proposed rates as the basis for
negotiation of changes. The change will be handled in accordance with the Change clause of the
General Provisions and PART II, Article 3.0 of the Sample Contract.
14. Q: When does the contractor turn over the building and process equipment systems to CHPRC,
and will contractor support be needed after turnover of systems?
A: Contractor is to maintain care, custody and control of operations and maintenance of the building
until all process equipment is installed and accepted for turn-over.
15. Q: Is a 4 x 10 work schedule acceptable rather than 8 x 9s?
A: No. Proposals are to be based on working an 8-9’s schedule.
16. Q: Is there a way to block out or reserve training classes for contractors prior to obtaining HIDs
and completing EJTAs?
A: This is possible in certain situations and would be dependent on adequate notification and proper
planning of resources on the Contractor’s part. Special classes have also been set up provided there
are an adequate number of Contractor attendees to warrant holding the class.
17. Q: Will there be mobile office accommodations for subcontractors to the prime contractor?
A: Two 24 x 60 double-wide will be provided for the Contractor’s use. A sanitary trailer will also be
available on site.
18. Q: Need to provide contractor with a consolidated list of basin-specific requirements (e.g. TSRs).
A: Clarification by revision to the SOW will be provided in a future addendum.
19. Q: Will the Master Equipment List and the Safety Equipment List be provided to the contractors?
A: Yes. Clarification by revision to the SOW will be provided in a future addendum.
20. Q: Buy-American-Initiative: What’s the acceptable fall back if something is not available from an
American source? Example: it’s very likely that 8” steel plate (shielding) from a U.S. rolling mill
may be hard to come by.
A: Buy American Act Requirements are clearly defined (see FAR part 25). Exceptions must meet
regulatory requirements of the FAR: ie., % of total cost of acquisition and etc.
21. Q: How do we cover the added expenses due to Buyer caused delays/impacts that are routine here
at Hanford? The unit rates can’t take into account daily release impacts and extended delays if have
to let people go and rehire for example.
A: The change will be handled in accordance with the Change clause of the General Provisions and
PART II, Article 3.0 of the Sample Contract.
22. Q: If only 2 double wide trailers are planned to be provided for construction will it be possible to
bring in additional craft and/or subcontractor trailers?
A: Two 24 x 60 double-wide will be provided for the Contractor’s use. A sanitary trailer will also be
available on site.
23. Q: The following specifications were not included in the bid documents (Construction
Specifications):260553 Identification for Electrical Systems, 262923 Variable Frequency Motor
Controllers, 263213 Diesel Engine Generator, 264100 Facility Lightning Protection, 264123
Lightning Protection Surge Arrestors and Suppressors
A: Specs 29-0553 and 26-923 will be provided by future addendum. Specs 26- 3213, 26-4100, and
264123 will not be required.
24. Q: Specification, Various Sections, there are requirements for a manufacturers representative to
provide start up support and training for maintenance staff in several sections. There will be
significant travel cost and labor cost for each of these site visits. In what item should the cost be
included when there are only unit prices for individual components?
A: Costs are to be included in the line(s) containing the component item(s)
25. Q: How do we include in the unit rate the cost for training?
A: The training hours are provided in TAB 3 of the pricing template and are to be included in the
appropriate unit rates for which that specific craft would be installing that material.
26. Q: Daily log will identify the quantities installed each day and will be rolled up for billing. How
will these quantities be verified and agreed to so not be a problem for payment?
A: Quantities installed and percentage of progress complete will be evaluated and determined by
CHPRC and the contractor.
27. Q: If Contractor is developing the work packages who will maintain the package and have
possession?
A: Section 013113 of the SOW identifies the process of developing the Work Packages and releasing
work.
28. Q: Does the package have to be released each day from Buyer?
A: Section 013113 of the SOW identifies the process of developing the Work Packages and releasing
work.
29. Q: If RCIs are required does that mean the unit rate needs to assume the delays associated with a
formal process?
A: Structure of the proposal to recover perceived costs to the contractor is the contractor’s
responsibility.
30. Q: Crane is mentioned for the Contractor to procure, but there was not a specification.
A: A specification will be provided by future addendum.
31. Q: Can overhead costs be entered as a separate line item on the unit cost estimate?
A: No. Unit Rate is to be “all-inclusive”
32. Q: What is the schedule for receiving buyer furnished equipment?
A: A schedule will be provided by future addendum.
33. Q: What is the fish scale to be used for that is identified in the SOW?
A: The fish scale is deleted from the SOW.
34. Q: Why are resource loaded schedules required for a fixed unit price contract?
A: Resource loaded schedules are necessary to ensure the job stays on schedule and demonstrates an
understanding of the work scope to be performed.
35. Q: What, if any, Authorization Basis, LCO, AC, or other facility licensing requirements are
applicable to Contractor during construction operations?
A: Clarification by revision to the SOW will be provided in a future addendum.
36. Q: Are there limits to the amount of gasoline or diesel fuel that may be brought within a certain
distance of the building? Please provide location of these restrictions, and detail temporary and
permanent laydown areas as per the walk down.
A: Yes. Locations provided by design documentation to be provided by future addendum.
37. Q: Allowing a maximum percentage mark up of 25% on raw labor and material costs for changes
is a deal breaker for this job. Our DCAA, and GSA audited rates are higher than this (for T&M
contracts with no risks), and this is likely the case for every potential Contractor. Given the risk on
the job, how is this justified? This 25% cannot cover our standard overhead and G&A (not to
mention profit), and gives us a substantial negative profit on changes. We feel an undue amount of
risk is being shifted to the Contractor. Is CHPRC’s intent to shift all risk of delay and cost to the
Contractor? How will you verify this 25% without certified cost/price information for changes less
than $750K under TINA, as you have not asked for or verified labor rates?
A: The CHPRC believes the percentages proposed by the contract are fair and reasonable and do not
shift undue risk to the contractor. Contractors will be expected to provide fair and reasonable pricing
in the originally proposed costs of the base contract and any future modifications to contract. CCP or
TINA will be addressed on a case by case basis as required by the FAR.
38. Q: Contract Part II, Section 3.0. This is very confusing and we cannot understand the logic. Prime
and Lower Tier combinations are confusing, as it is not clear if it is additive. For example, in Tier 2:
$1000+$100+$165+$38+$58 = $1,361 (not $1,345).
A: Example has been corrected. The example noted in the question refers to work performed by a
subcontractor of the Contractor. Thus “Two Tiers”. The “$1,000” represents the direct value of the
change and the following values represent the percentages of the “indirects” and “commission”
applied to the direct value by the performing subcontractor and the percentages of the “indirects” and
“commission” applied to the subcontractor value. ($1,000*1.10*1.15*1.03*1.07=$1,394).
39. Q: The Construction Acceptance Tests and the Acceptance Test Procedures involve a significant
amount of work scope. There is little detail in the individual specification sections on when a
Construction Acceptance Test or Acceptance Test Procedure is expected, there are no assigned
submittal numbers in the Master Submittal Log, and Line No. 26 in the Rate Schedule groups them
all in one item. How will this item be fairly evaluated in the bid process without more detail?
A: More detail will be provided in a revised SOW to be provided by future addendum.
40. Q: H-1-96760, Sheet 1, Zone D-3 Install New Power, there is no note explaining what is to be
done with the conduit shown on the plan.
A: Will be provided by future addendum. Conflict resolved by building move. New power feed
requirement is deleted.
41. Q: Will the craft require RAD worker training?
A: Yes. For those performing and supporting excavation
42. Q: Section 013200, Paragraph 1.3.1.2, will CHPRC provide the sample P6 Activity Code
Structure and WBS for use in the preparation of Volume II, Technical Approach?
A: Clarification will be provided by future addendum.
43. Q: Specification Section 099600, Paragraph 3.4.A, is the Owner going to hire the test agency?
A: No. Contractor hires the Test Agency
44. Q: Is the contractor responsible if the containers are overloaded (max load for highway travel)?
A: Yes, Contractor is responsible. Contractor must provide scale and weigh containers prior to
transfer to ERDF by MSA 45. Q: Specification Section 013529 submittal is for a Critical Lift Plan, on which lifts will this
apply?
A: That is dependent on the Contractor’s execution plan
46. Q: Attachment C, “No Overhead costs of any kind from Contractor or sub-tier Contractors may
be added to proposed rates without prior Buyer written approval.” It is unclear what is meant here.
A: The proposed Fixed Unit Rate is to be “all-inclusive’ of any overhead costs.
47. Q: There are no labor rates listed in the proposal, so there will be no basis for changes (except as
above b) as all is included in the direct costs of components to be installed. There is no provision for
marking a baseline on mobilization, demobilization, work control, startup/testing, and the interfaces
these imply. Much of these processes requires cooperation and vestment by CHPRC as well as the
Contractor. Is it intended that we build the risk of CHPRC non-performance into our estimates along
with our own? If so, there is no way to estimate our potential exposure. If there are delays in these
areas, how will the cost of CHPRC caused delays be calculated? This type of pricing is unfair as it
shifts substantial risk to the subcontractor under the guise of a fixed price job. We would prefer a
normal construction estimate and are prepared to give you full detail on how we built it so that we
will both have consistent basis for calculating changes from a baseline if they occur. We request you
reconsider restructuring your pricing to account for soft costs. Failing this request, will you allow a
list of supplemental unit prices for labor and management to be submitted in the case of CHPRC
caused delays (as is commonly the case)? We are prepared to give you our DCAA audited rates.
A: The change will be handled in accordance with the Change clause of the General Provisions and
PART II, Article 3.0 of the Sample Contract.
48. Q: Contract Part II, Section 8.1. What are the Payment Terms? Net 30? It could be a long time
between when an item is ordered, and when it is delivered and tested and therefore payable. It would
be beneficial to get this in writing. For example, is there any way to get paid earlier for some of the
larger pieces of equipment (like the hoist) than after installation? For example, 25% at procurement,
50% at delivery, and 25% at installation. There is a lot of upfront equipment and labor costs on this
job, such as training and submittals, and no way to be compensated for it until late in the project. Do
you want us to finance this job for nearly two years?
A: Structure of the proposal to recover costs with a beneficial timing to the contractor is the
contractor’s responsibility. Payment Terms are net 30.
49. Q: If we attempt to vastly accelerate the work, is CHPRC prepared to support with corresponding
resources? If we have the risk to finish late, do we have the opportunity to finish early?
A: If the Contractor elects to work outside the Project 8-9s working schedule prior approval is
required from the Project Team. See Section 013113 of the SOW for work hours.
50. Q: Regarding the training process and the 41 individual training requirements identified in the
procurement, how is CHPRC vested in the Contractor’s success because all scheduling and
coordination of training is through CHPRC? What portion of responsibility is CHPRC willing to take
to see that this is coordinated properly, upfront, and in a timely manner. To properly account for
these costs, it would seem almost incumbent on CHPRC to provide an estimate of the man hours,
time estimate per person expected.
A: The pricing template TAB 3 provides the estimated hours it will take to complete the required
courses per individual.
51. Q: CHPRC procedures are generically referenced in numerous locations. Are all procedures and
policies applicable to the subcontractor currently listed in the Contract or on CHPRC’s external web
site? What about those not listed? Is it possible based on a plain reading of these procedures to
discern CHPRC’s responsibility and the Contractor’s responsibility from these procedures? It is
extremely challenging to estimate costs given that all of these procedures have not been made
available to us as part of the RFP, and only a portion of the procedures are listed on the external web
page for CHPRC. Where do our responsibilities stop with regards to conforming to these CHPRC
procedures vs our responsibility to comply with the Contract (which is inclusive of all of CHPRC’s
procedures written primarily for internal use and rarely dividing responsibilities between CHPRC
and Contractor)? If CHPRC procedures all apply, is it possible to get HLAN access for procedures?
A: The awarded Contractor will have access to HLAN and all applicable procedures will be
identified in the SOW by future addendum if necessary.
52. Q: Section 14126. Who is responsible for obtaining permits?
A: The contractor is responsible to identify in a timely manner the permits required. The CHPRC will
obtain and provide the permits to the contractor
53. Q: Will change control be the responsibility of the Contractor, or will it be coordinated through
CHPRC with regards to work packages, facility work planning documents, CHPRC design
information (such as controlled drawings), and changes thereto? Where are the specifications that
govern design errors, redline drawing processes, interface with CHPRC, and responsibilities of
various parties? We understand that we are not the design agents, but need to know how to process
such changes and how costs of delay from design errors (if any) will be calculated.
A: The change will be handled in accordance with the Change clause of the General Provisions and
PART II, Article 3.0 of the Sample Contract.
54. Q: Ref. Section 13200 1.5. What is the report period for items 1.5.2, 1.5.4, 1.5.5, and 1.5.6? Is it
monthly as is the case for the 1.5.3 variance analysis?
A: Clarification will be provided by future addendum.
55. Q: Specification Section 033000, 1.3.E, the testing agency would be employed to perform
material evaluation tests but not design concrete mixtures. Is it meant the testing agency would
perform testing on the concrete mixtures?
A: Interpretation is correct
56. Q: H-1-96762-2, Detail L, will the requirements in Section 033000 apply to the lean concrete?
A: Clarification for the concrete trench foundation will be defined in 90% design drawing set and
provided by future addendum.
57. Q: H-1-96802, Sheet 1, there appears to be shielding from Column Line D to the Sand Filter but
no details for its construction.
A: Details for construction will be in final design issued by future addendum
58. Q: The Sand Filter, Pipe Chase, and Truck Bay shielding shown on the drawings has no details
on its construction, how is it attached to the building structure, how is it assembled?
A: Details for construction will be in final design issued by future addendum
59. Q: Attachment C, Section 2.0, Unit Rates: What is meant by “no pass through costs allowed for
the duration of the Subcontract…”? What are you defining as “pass through costs”?
A: Any pass through costs are to be “All-Inclusive” in the FFUR of the pay item. The phrase “with
no pass through costs allowed for the duration of the Subcontract…” is deleted from the Attachment
C, Section 2.0 and also “no pass through costs are allowed” is deleted from Tab 1 of the Pricing
Sheet Template.
60. Q: H-1-96815-1, Section C, is the intent of this detail to construct a removable lid?
A: Yes, the intent is for the HIH chase lid to be removable, but not necessarily reusable. More detail
is available in current drawing set that will be provided by future addendum.
61. Q: H-1-96815-1, Section C, is the 12 gage plate and the two vertical 2” inch steel plates to be cast
into the concrete or built in place?
A: Configuration of HIH chase is changed and better defined in current drawing set that will be
provided by future addendum. (12 gage plate not used.)
62. Q: H-1-96769, Sheet 1, Zone B-5, there is no detail for the Seismic Control Joint.
A: Details for construction will be in final design issued by future addendum
63. Q: Specification Section 087100 requires the installer to be approved by product manufacturers
and an Architectural Hardware Consultant certified by DHI. Is it necessary to have the installer
approved by every product manufacturer as there are several? Are there particular door hardware
products of concern? Has the engineer checked to see if the local vendors have a certified
Architectural Hardware Consultant? This section is somewhat onerous due to requirements that may
or may not apply. There are only nine doors that are simple in their installation.
A: This issue is clarified in the current document set that will be provided by future addendum.
64. Q: Specification Section 101400, are there any other signs to be provided other than the one
shown on H-1-96774-2. The specification includes requirements not applicable to metal cast letters.
??Spec?
A: A means to quantify signage yet to be defined is being considered and may be provided by future
addendum.
65. Q: Specification Section 211220, Storage Tanks is included in the specification but is shown as
GFE on the drawings. Spec?
A: This specification may not be applicable to contractor’s scope and will be clarified by future
addendum.
66. Q: SOW Appendix C – Submittal list is noted as preliminary and to be finalized with definitive
design. Contractor utilizes this to develop support costs. Please provide a complete list of required
submittals.
A: Details will be in final design issued by future addendum
67. Q: On drawing H-1-96911 (note 1) is where the conduit and wire/cable schedule is referenced.
Really need this drawing to know what sizes of conduit/wire to bid to.
A: Conduit and wire/cable schedules will be provided by future addendum.
68. Q: Please provide details (Specs & dwgs) for the GFE Truck Scale if the contractor is required to
install it.
A: Details will be in final design issued by future addendum
69. Q: Specification Section 099600, Paragraph 3.4.A, is the Owner going to hire the test agency?
A: No. Contractor is responsible to hire the Test Agency
Any questions which have been submitted by offerors but have not been answered will be addressed
in a future Addendum to the RFP.
Please acknowledge receipt of this Addendum with the submittal of your proposal. All other
requirements of the RFP remain as originally stated. Correspondences regarding this Addendum or
other general questions for RFP #240427 should be addressed to the contract specialist undersigned
below.
ADDENDUM 3
For Request for Proposal No. 240427, dated 11/14/2011 the following answers are provided as
clarification:
1. The following clarification is made for the revision to request for proposal dates. Amendment is as
follows: Questions for this addendum must be submitted in writing by 2:00 PM, February 2, 2012.
Answers to Questions will be provided by February 10, 2012. Final Vol. 3 portion of the proposal
must be submitted by 2:00 PM, February 17, 2012.
2. The following clarification is made for revision to the request for proposal contract period of
performance. Amendment is as follows: the period of performance is revised to start May 1, 2012
and end August 1, 2013.
3. The following clarification is made for revision to the 60% design documentation. Amendment is
as follows: 90% design is provided per this addendum. See “File Transfer Protocol” (FTP) share
website and attached CD.
4. The following clarification is made for revision to the Statement of Work. Amendment is as
follows: a revised SOW is provided this addendum. See “File Transfer Protocol” (FTP) share website
and attached CD.
5. The following clarification is made for revision to the CSI Specs, the Drawings Sets, the
Equipment Specs, the Navis Works Model, and the Safety Component List. Amendment is as
follows: revised documents are provided this addendum. See “File Transfer Protocol” (FTP) share
website and attached CD.
6. The following clarification is made to provide general information on scan data as requested.
Attached scan data is provided this addendum. See folder labeled “Scan Data” on the “File Transfer
Protocol” (FTP) share website and attached CD.
7. The following clarification is made for revision to: Pay Item #28 Addendum No. 2 Q&A –“What
pay item(s) should be used for the construction of the exterior concrete pads?
A: Pay Item “Roadways and Site Finish””. Is amended to: A: Item #10 Attachment C – “FFU
Schedule of Unit and/or Lump Sum Prices” and Item #22 of Attachment I FFP Pricing Template.
8. The following clarification is made for revision to the Attachment D “Key Personnel”. It is
amended to include: Technical Oral Interviews. The buyer reserves the right to conduct technical
interviews with Key Personnel at no cost to the Buyer (CHPRC).
9. The following clarification is made for revision to the request for proposal. It is amended to
require Offeror to submit Vol. 3 in both revised FFU and new FFP pricing formats as provided by
this addendum.
ADDENDUM 4
For Request for Proposal No. 240427, dated 11/14/2011 the following answers are provided as
clarification:
1. The following clarification is made for the revision to request for proposal dates. Amendment is as
follows: Questions for Addendum No. 3 must be submitted by 2:00 PM, February 16, 2012. Answers
to questions will be provided by February 28, 2012. Final Vol. 3 pricing portion of the proposal must
be submitted by 2:00 PM, March 06, 2012.
ADDENDUM 5
For Request for Proposal No. 240427, dated 11/14/2011 the following answers are provided as
clarification:
1. Q: At which locations is audio required on the cameras?
A: No cameras require audio feed capability.
2. Q: How are we to deal with the differences in quantities between the unit rate price sheet and the
actual quantities from the drawings?
A: If there are differences between the unit rate price sheet and the actual quantities from the
drawings, use the actual quantities from the drawings and note as such in the proposal
3. Q: In addendum #3 we were providided a pricing file “ATT C 90 - Add No.3 FFU Sched.pdf" and
a file "Att I - RFP #240427 Add. No. 3- FFP PTMP.pdf" The line items do not match, which are we
to price to?
A: Both. Provide pricing in both FFUR and FFP formats using the pricing sheets provided.
4. Q: Could we get a list of applicable Pipe codes?
A: Piping legend, specifications, and schedules are stated in PRC-STP-00132 Revision 1 which will
be provided by Addendum #5. Note that Section 1.1 of PRC-STP-00132 also provides a crosswalk
from pipe codes to applicable sections of the CSI specifications. .
5. Q: The Ingress/Egress Assembly which is Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) has a note on DWG
H-1-96856-3-D, which states that the equipment will be “Installed by others “. Would this be in the
contractor’s scope of work, or the Building owners?
A: The ingress/egress pipe assembly installation is not within the annex contractor's scope.
Q: The drawings ( H-1-96885-7-D, H-1-96890-5-D and various others ) reference the use of Drillco
Maxi-bolts for post installed concrete anchors. The specification 220529-3 section 2.5 reads as
follows: 2.5 FASTENER SYSTEMS A. Mechanical-Expansion Anchors: Insert-wedge-type zinccoated steel, for use in hardened portland cement concrete with pull-out, tension, and shear capacities
appropriate for supported loads and building materials where used. 1. Available Manufacturers:a.
Drillco Devices Ltd.
b. Hilti, Inc.
c. Powers Fasteners.
What take precedence the spec or the drawing?
A: Where conflicts exist between design drawings and CSI specifications with respect to anchoring
equipment, the equipment anchorage details called out on design drawings take precedence over
provisions stated in CSI specifications. AFS will update the specification as "provide the product
indicated on Drawings or a comparable product, approved by the Buyer".
6. Q: Missing connection detail on structural drawings. Reference sheet H-1-96803. The connection
for the W12 running north and south, 2’3” west of D line, to W8 running east and west on 3 line.
A: The detail is a standard beam to beam detail as shown on H-1-96799-3.
7. Q: Shielding is on prints as done by others. Reference sheet H-1-96815-5. Is this to include the 1
¼” plate for the mezzanine floor? Will the other shielding be installed during construction??
A: There is no sheet 5 of H-1-96815, (I think you mean H-1-96814-5). All shielding is within the
construction contractor scope, with the exception of the optional shielding shown on H-1-96830
(Note 3). "By others" will be removed in Sections A, B and D on H-1-96814-5. The 1" plate (by
others) in Sections A & B is BFE that will come with the Sandfilter. H-1-96815, Section F will also
have "by others" removed.
8. Q: Missing I-beam grout pocket sizes for the W65 and W10. Reference sheet H-1-96817-2, H-196807. Weld call out for W shape to inbed has no in field flag, detail C, H-1-96817-2?
A: The beam pocket dimensions are not critical. We would recommend something like length of the
embed plate plus 1”+/- which is about 15” by about the width of the embed plate plus 1”+/- which is
about 7”. Field welding to the embed plates is acceptable.
9. Q: Decant box and Transfer box are these process equipment to be provided by the Government?
If they are GFE, will they be installed after the completion of construction or during?
A: The Transfer and Decant Line Service Boxes are BFE and will be installed prior to completion of
annex construction but are not in contract scope.
10. Q: The structural drawings from Meier and the Shielding drawings from Areva do not go
together. The sand filter box is shown with 6” imbedded into the 2 line 15” thick wall on Meier
drawings. On the Areva drawings it shows a bolted connection where the shielding is to be imbedded
into the concrete. It is the same with the lid to sand filter box. This will need to be addressed?
A: The intent is to fabricate and install the sandfilter shielding first. Then form the concrete wall
structure around part of the imbedded sandfilter shielding, which includes the lid of the sandfilter
shielding.
11. Q: We see that some items have been designated as safety significant on the drawings, is there a
line list or component list that shows which items are safety significant?
A: The Safety Component List is provided as Attachment A this addendum.
12. Q: Please confirm slip resistant coating (099600-3.4) will be added to finish coat @ all top
surfaces of mezzanine floor plates. Dwg 96830?
A: Slip resistance coatings are not applied in the Sludge Loading Bay mezzanine decking due to the
need to decontaminate this surface.
13. Q: Dimensional shape tolerances for all heavy plates (dwgs 96830-1 to 8 thru 96832 appear at
minimum to be + - .060. Example- Radius in plate 10 (dwg 96830- 4 of 8) This will most likely
require finish machining after being cut. Is this extra cost necessary for overall plate sizes?
A: Yes.
14. Q: Dimensional tolerances noted on plate dwgs; 96830-1 to 8 thru 96832 have possible
connection issues in that: Example—Plate 20 ( 96830- 5 of 8) det. F/96830 shows a thru hole @
12.25 + - .060. Plate 41 which needs to insert into plate 20 (dwg 96830- 8 of 8) has the same
tolerance @ 12.25.If hole in plate 20 is -.060 and plate 41 is + .60 these pieces will not fit?
A: Dimension and Tolerance for Plate 41 will be changed to 12.180" +/- 0.005". Please note that
Items 18, 19, 20, 21 & 22 on H-1-96830 are optional and will only be used if ALARA dictates. These
plates should be outside the construction contractor scope until after the start of operations.
15. Q: Grating Note; dwg 96799 Type 3 grating; 2-3/4”x3/8 are listed for this item for bearing bars.23/4x3/8 bar is not a factory stock bar. Requesting proposal of 2-1/2x3/8 bear bars with ¼ bar undergirding to achieve 2-3/4 height.?
A: The 2-3/4x3/8 grating is required.
16. Q: Please confirm B- Steel Deck (Schedule of Unit/Lump Sum Prices Shts.) will be supplied by
the installer of this material?
A: Supplying and installing the “B” metal roof decking is to be furnished as part of the contract
document.
17. Q: Hose Chase Plates; Ref Dwgs; 96769; H,2/96815; B/96762; Note 4 on dwg 96815 directs use
of a bond breaker between plates & concrete. Question; Will the outboard side of plates be bare and
the inside surface of plates encasing hoses be painted or coated rust inhibitive product?
A: The inside plates will not be required to be painted or rust inhibitive product. The exterior plates
will require what is indicated in the specifications.
18. Q: Comment; TS 5x5x3/8 tubing is shown running both side in the building section of hose chase
on (H/96815). Exterior hose chase (B/96762-2) shows a silhouette of what appears to be rectangular
tubing but no material is called out.
A: The HSS 5x5x3/16 is used throughout the length of the Hose Chase, both inside and in the
exterior. (Loading Bay wall to 2 ft from the KW Annex wall).
19. Q: Drawing H-1-96789-4 identifies requirements for the metal stud walls. Paragragh 2-C calls for
5/8” drywall. The drawing detail sections throughout the plans call for ½”. Section 092900.2.2.A.2
calls for ½”. Need Clarification ½” or 5/8” GWB to be installed?
A: Use ½” Type “C” GWB.4
20. Q: Drawing H-1-96787 Detail 9 References spec section 054000.E6. We are missing this
specification section? Unable to find specific type of 8” metal stud for change room ceiling.
A: The call out is incorrect in the 90% review set. Use specification section 092216 for the metal
studs..
21. Q: Please provide a detail for the Vertical and Horizontal Metal Wall Panel Breaks that are
depicted on sheet H-1-96774-3 or provide a description of the intent and materials to be used.
A: See Detail 13 on Drawing H-1-96787-2 for Horizontal Break. This is typical for the vertical break
also..
22. Q: Is the EPDM roofing membrane at the hose-in-chase shown in detail 2/H-1-96787-1 intended
to begin under the surface reglet, adhere to the top of the poyiso insulation behind the expand-oflash, cover the expand-o-flash and then run the full length of the chase to the existing annex
structure? Please also clarify the extent of EPDM roofing membrane to be adhered to the chase (top,
sides, full length, etc.).
A: Correct, extend EPDM membrane to the Existing Annex. The EPDM membrane extends down
both sides of the pipe chase a minimum of 4” past the concrete cap pour joint and can be finished
with a standard single-ply termination strip..
23. Q: Detail B/H-1-96762-2 calls for a Weather Proof Covering Per Architectural. The depiction
seems to show a 3-sided metal cap of some kind, but the Architectural detail 2/H-1-96787 only
shows the expand-o-flash and EPDM membrane out-board of the control joint. Please provide a
detail of the Weather Proof Cover or provide a description of the intent and materials to be used.
A: Extend EPDM membrane to the Existing Annex. The EPDM membrane extends down both sides
of the pipe chase a minimum of 4” past the concrete cap pour joint and can be finished with a
standard single-ply termination strip.
24. Q: Truck Scale – Addendum #2 Question #24 Asked if the Truck Scale was to be GFE as shown
on the Drawing H-1-96769 or supplied by the contractor as mentioned in the pre-bid meeting. The
answer was that Clarification would be made in a future Addendum. In the Addendum #3 90%
Design, on Drawing H-1-96769 the GFE was removed from the Truck Scale, however there was no
Truck Scale in the Equipment Specifications. Is the Truck Scale to be GFE or are we to include this
in our bid, if so will there be an equipment specification issued?
A: The truck scale is out of the construction scope at this time.
25. Q: Carbon Steel Plate Shielding at the sand filter skid - On 90% Drawing H-1-96814-5, Sections
A, B & D notes call out the Shielding by Others, however addendum #3 also issued a vendor
Shielding Fabrication/Equipment Specification. Who is Supplying, Fabricating and Installing the
Shielding?
A: All shielding is within the construction contractor scope, with the exception of the optional
shielding shown on H-1-96830 (Note 3). "By others" will be removed in Sections A, B and D on H1-96814-5. The 1" plate (by others) in Sections A & B is BFE that will come with the Sandfilter. H1- 96815, Section F will also have "by others" removed.5
26. Q: OH Crane Manufacture – The Crane and Crane Component Manufacturer called out in the
equipment specification is “Demag”. Would an “equal to” Crane Manufacturer be acceptable as an
alternate, such as R & M, Shaw-Box or Stahl??
A: The W18 x 76 runway support beams is to be supplied from the Crane Vendor and Installer.
27. Q: Structural Steel Painting/Coating – On Drawing H-1-96792 under the Interior Finish General
Notes (2.) States that all structural steel and components (Columns, Beams, X-Bracing, Connections,
Girts & Purlins) shall be painted white. Coordinate top coat finish of structural steel treated with
Intumescent Mastic Fireproofing with the written recommendations of the Manufacturer. Exactly
which Structural Steel and Components require the Intumescent Mastic Coating? Is the exposed BDeck Sheeting at the ceilings required to be finish painted white? Does the decking require the
Intumescent Mastic Coating?
A: Review the structural drawings for a complete description of which structural steel members
receive Intumescent Mastic Fireproofing. Review the Architectural Finish Schedule - B Decking has
a Galvanized Finish.
28. Q: Concrete Stairs @ Loading Bay – Drawing H-1-96802 shows what appears to be concrete
stairs with a note that states “Hold”. Are these stairs to be included in the RFP bid proposal? If so,
please provide some details for the concrete stairs (Size, Dimensions, Rise & Run et.)?
A: The stairs at the northeast are still on hold. Do not bid this set of stairs.
29. Q: Elevated Concrete Landing @ Loading Bay – The Elevated Concrete Landing at the west end
of the truck load out scale on Drawing H-1-96802, Flag Note #8 calls for an Alternating Tread
Device. What is this device, are there any details or specifications for the device?
A: "Lapeyre Stairs". These stairs are specified in 055100, 1.4A, 2.7.A
30. Q: Slabs on Slabs – There are multiple situations where concrete slabs will be placed on top of
concrete slabs, however this situation does not appear to be addressed in the concrete specifications
and we cannot find any details that address this situation either. What is the level of prep that is going
to be required for the bonding of slab to slab connections??
A: Unless the details indicate differently, there are no special slab on slab requirements.
31. Q: Drawing 96856-3, ECRT-H-703 (IXM Water) is not shown in 16400 as BFE. Please clarify.
A: ECRT-H-703 (IXM Water) is within the construction scope and detailed on H-1-96870.
32. Q: Specification Section 235100 Exhaust Stack, The Safety Component List shows the
specification section for the exhaust stack as not updated. It is missing the critical characteristics and
design criteria. How should this item be priced at this time?
A: Stack specification and drawings will be updated to SS. Critical characteristic is material type per
ASTM, Wall thickness/schedule per ASTM, Reinforcement material type, weld filler material, weld
type and a requirement for CMTRs..
33. Q: Specification Sections 260519 and 262416, these two specification sections require thermal
scans 11 months after project completion. The response
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to question 106 in Addendum 2 stated these tests would be performed by the Buyer but the
specification was not revised accordingly. Please clarify?
A: Thermal scans 11 months after project completion will be performed by the Buyer. If the scans
result in minor deficiencies, then the Buyer will rectify. If the scans result in major deficiencies (e.g.,
warranty issues), then the contractor would be called back to rectify. Specification will be updated to
reflect this direction.
34. Q: 44577-SPEC-S-001, Fabrication Specification of Carbon Steel Plates, lifting lugs are listed in
Table 5-1 as being required but are not shown on the drawings. Please clarify.
A: The lifting lugs are shown on H-1-96831-1 (item 13). The holes for the lifting lugs are shown on
H-1-96831-3 (Item 7 & 8). Lifting lugs will be reused as the north wall is installed. This is for the
operators to install the north face of the shielding vault. Lifting the assembled shielding vault without
the north face is performed using the lifting rings as shown on H-1- 96831-1
35. 44577-SPEC-S-001, Fabrication Specification of Carbon Steel Plates, The specification indicates
the shielding steel shall be coated but no coating is specified. Please clarify?
A: See Drawing H-1-96792 Interior Finish General Notes. Paint exposed surfaces per Specification
099123.
36. 033000 Concrete Para 1.4.J states the concrete testing service will design concrete mixtures. The
response to question 55 in Addendum 1 states the testing agency would test the concrete mixtures.
Please clarify?
A: We will delete requirement for design of concrete mixes by concrete testing agency. Revise to
read “Concrete Testing Service: Engage a qualified independent testing agency to perform material
evaluation tests.”
37. Q: Refer to Drawing 96758 Flag Note 6. Since the nitrogen piping is not in scope, is the concrete
pad also not in scope?
A: No, Concrete pad is still within scope
38. Q: Refer to Drawing 96760-2 Flag Note 11. Please provide “special excavation requirements in
vicinity of existing power”..
A: Per specification and per the excavation plan, provisions of DOE-0344 apply to all excavation
work. This Flag Note 11 points out to the utility installer that special requirements for excavation will
need to be followed in this location.
39. Q: Refer to Drawing 96782 the drawing references a truck scale and wheel stops. Are these in
scope? Please clarify.
A: Truck Scale is currently out of scope.
40. Q: Refer to Drawing 96830-1 refers to shielding plates (items 18-22) as “Optional”. Should these
shielding plates be included with the bid? If so where should they be stored? Please clarify.
A: The shielding plates (items 18-22) are optional and will only be used if required for ALARA
purposes. The mezzanine was designed for its weight and these plates are currently out of scope.
41. Q: Refer to Drawing 96831-1 General Note 2 states “Field measure clearance holes thru shielding
plugs after sand filter has been installed”. Since the
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contractor is not responsible for installing BFE, will CHPRC be installing BFE concurrent with the
contractor’s activities or is the contractor to return to the worksite to perform this work at a later
date?
A: Items 9 & 10 on H-1-96831-3 should not have the clearance holes machined until field
measurements are performed. The clearance holes are shown as reference until the as-built condition
is determined. This work will be done after the BFE is installed and is not in contract.
42. Q: Refer to Drawing 96835-1 contains referenced codes and standards that are not common to the
industry (see REFERENCED CODES AND STANDARDS items 6, 7 and 8). Are there requirements
in these documents that affect the proposal cost? If so, please provide copies of these codes and
standards?
A: Items listed can be downloaded for the DOE standards website.
43. Q: Refer to Drawing 96856-4 which identifies ECRT-HEPA-501 & 502 and ECRT-EF-502 and
503 as BFE. These are not listed as BFE in Section 016400. Please clarify?
A: The BFE will be deleted. HEPA and exhaust fans are within the constructor scope.
44. Q: Refer to Drawing 96904-1 General Note 12 which states “Install mezzanine floor mounted
dedicated receptacles during final phase of construction after BFE transfer and decant boxes have
been installed”. Will CHPRC be installing BFE concurrent with the contractor’s activities or is the
contractor to return to the worksite to perform this work at a later date??
A: This work will be done after the BFE is installed. No concurrent work will be performed.
45. Q: Refer to Drawing 96936-1, the drawing contains a table with conduit schedule and wire run
numbers. A portion of the table states “By Others” in the wire run column. Do we install the conduit
only?
A: Yes, the listed wire is for BFE.
46. Q: Refer to Drawing 96936-1, General note identifies P3432 and P3433 as safety significant but
they are not listed in the Safety Component List?
A: These wires are safety significant, the Safety Component List will be updated. These wires are out
of scope since it goes between BFE.
47. Q: 312000-5, 3.8 A, Is a CHPRC approved soil fixative considered to be a suitable alternative
“cover” to prevent “windblown dust?”
A: Yes, BTR approved soil fixative would be considered an appropriate “cover” for soil stockpiles in
the context of 312000-5, 3.8 A. Naturally, any cover is only valid if it is in place. Once disturbed, a
spray-on fixative is no longer considered in-place. If this method of cover is chosen it will need to be
effective and maintained, just like any other cover..
48. Q: Specification 44577-SPEC-S-001, Spec for carbon steel shielding assembly requires quality
documentation as if the product is on the Safety Component List. Is the shielding QL2?
A: No but CMTRs are required.
49. Q: Refer to Safety Component List – last entry, Truck Scale Instrumentation, 44577 SPEC-M004. Is this work by others?
A: Truck Scale is currently out of scope.8
50. Offeror shall submit with the pricing proposal a fully resource loaded schedule based on the 90%
design provided in Addendum No. 3 and which incorporates the following performance milestones:
a) Pre-construction submittals complete and approved
b) 100% Mobilization, employee staff and equipment
c) Major equipment procurement complete
d) Building foundations and floor slabs completed, cured and accepted by CHPRC QA
e) Concrete building walls completed, cured and accepted by CHPRC QA
f) Structural steel, siding and roofs complete and accepted by CHPRC QA
g) Hose Chase completed with Hoses installed and tested and top installed – accepted by CHPRC
QA
h) Annex Crane installed, certified and turned over and accepted for operation
i) Building mechanical and electrical systems completed, operational and accepted for operation
by CHPRC
j) Construction Acceptance Testing complete (predecessor to overall integrated performance test)
k) Construction Punch-list completed and signed off by CHPRC
ADDENDUM 6
For Request for Proposal No. 240427, dated 11/14/2011 the following responses are provided as
clarification:
1. Q: Addendum No. 5, Item No. 26 question, “OH Crane Manufacture – The Crane and
Crane Component Manufacturer called out in the equipment specification is “Demag”.
Would an “equal to” Crane Manufacturer be acceptable as an alternate, such as R & M,
Shaw-Box or Stahl?” was incorrectly answered. The answer is revised to:
A: Substitution of an “equal to” crane manufacturer is not allowed. Offeror shall provide a
quote from “Demag Cranes and Components” and use the specification “44577-SPEC-M001, Rev. D” as provided in Addendum No. 3.
2. Q: Addendum No .5, Item No. 26, provided the answer to the following question: OH
Crane Runway Support Beams – The W18 X 76 Runway support beams are shown on
structural Drawing H-1-96805 as part of the Structure Steel and on Drawing H-1-96818
Section A specifically calls out for only the ASCE 40lb crane rails to be supplied and
installed by the crane vendor. However the equipment specifications call for the crane vendor
to supply the W18 X 76 Runway support beams. Who is to supply and install the W18 X 76
support beams, the Structural Steel Fabricator and Installer or the Crane Vendor and
Installer?
A: The W18 x 76 runway support beams is to be supplied from the Crane Vendor and
Installer.
3. Q: Refer to Safety Component List – last entry, Truck Scale Instrumentation, 44577
SPEC-M-004. Is this work by others?
A: Work is by others.
4. Q: The 60% design on page 78 of the SOW has a table showing all panels as being BFE, in
the 90% design package this has been removed, please identify any panel provided as BFE.
A: The following panels are BFE or out of scope at this time. ECRT-PNL-401 Safety
Instrument Panel
ECRT-PNL-402 Instrument Disconnect Panel (Instrument Bypass Panel) ECRT-PNL-202A
Solenoid Panel ECRT-PNL-213 Local Valve Control Panel ECRT-PNL-113 Local Valve
Control Panel ECRT-PNL-302 O/R Pump Skid Isolation Panel Air Purge Panel, Nitrogen
Purge Panel
All panels in Basin (PNL-101, PNL-201, PNL-103, PNL-105, PNL-202)
The following panels are within the constructor scope: ECRT-PNL-502 HEPA Local Control
Panel
ECRT-PNL-701 Air Compressor Control Panel
ECRT-PNL-702 Air Dryer Control Panel
ECRT-PNL-501 HVAC Local Control Panel
ECRT-PNL-771 Lift Station Control Panel
RFAR Radio Fire Alarm Reporting Box
FACP Fire Alarm Control Panel
All power, lighting, VFDs and disconnects are within constructors’ scope.
5. Q: Is it anticipated that any contractors or sub-contractors staff will require Rad Worker 2
training?
A: The initial excavation may encounter contamination areas; therefore, the crew involved
with excavation will require Rad Worker II.
6. Q: Will penalties (back charges) be assessed for contractor and sub-contractor employees
missing scheduled training for any reason?
A: Yes. The contractor must notify the Buyer 72 hrs prior to scheduled time. There are no
exceptions
7. Q: What will those penalties be?
A: See General Provisions R. 4
8. Q: Are the construction trailers listed as provided by CHPRC within 015000-1.5.1
provided complete with all available utility connections ready to use?
A: Yes.
9. Q: If additional construction trailers are requested, will the costs for providing these
trailers be added to the proposers bid when comparing to other bids?
A: If made, the request will be considered an exception to the contractor’s proposal
10. Q: It is anticipated that various types of connections will be required to and from
equipment listed as provided by others. Please clarify how the listed, required CAT and ATP
testing will apply to the equipment provided by others?
A: Installation of BFE process equipment and subsequent CAT is not part of the contractor's
scope of work.
11. Q: Oxygen Analyzer ECRT-CAB-601(Z) is not marked as provided by others. Who is to
provide this?
A: Oxygen analyzer is BFE. Design drawings will be modified to state as such.
12. Q: In addendum #3 we were provided a pricing file “ATT C 90 - Add No.3 FFU
Sched.pdf", a file "Att C - RFP #240427 Add. No. 3- FFP PTMP.pdf” and a file "Att I - RFP
#240427 Add. No. 3- FFP PTMP.pdf" The line items do not match on the Attachment 1 file,
in looking we assume the summary in Attachment 1 is from the previous information and the
summary should summarize the numbering and categories that are in the two Attachment C
files. Please Confirm. A: The fixed unit rate schedule is to be priced according to the
categories as listed in the firm fixed unit rate schedule. The firm fixed price pricing template
is to be priced for 24 tasks as listed in pages 1-2 of the firm fixed price pricing template. The
phrase "For Task(s) 1-26..." is corrected to "For task(s) 1-24..." There are 24 tasks, not 26.
The FFU rate schedule and the FFP pricing template line items to price do not (and are not
intended) to match.
13. Q: On the unit rate pricing sheet there is a column labeled Revit Item I.D., could you tell
us what the numbers in this column reference?
A: The Revit Item ID is the Navis Works Model item id #
14. Q: The 60% drawings included P&ID drawings for the Hydronic and Compressed
air/Instrument air systems. The 90% drawings do not. Will / are these available?
A: The instrument air system P&IDs are addressed on H-1-96301 (shts 10- 11) and the
hydronic system flow diagram is shown on H-1-96893. P&IDs for the hydronic system is in
H-1-92301 Sheet 14.
15. Q: Drawing H-1-96883-2 Rev D calls out ECRT-HEPA-501 and ECRT-HEPA-502 as
(BFE) Document #44577-SPEC-M-003 HEPA Filter & Exhaust fan specification section 4.0
scope of Work calls for delivery of (2) HEPA-Filtered Exhaust trains. Are the HEPA housing
and filters supplied by others?
A: Answered by previous addendum. ECRT-HEPA-501 and -502 are not BFE. Drawings will
be revised to remove "BFE".
16. Q: Section 014000 paragraph 1.10, Commercial Grade Item Procurement states “CHPRC
will complete the technical evaluation sections of the form and define the
dedication/acceptance processes prior to item procurement. The Contractor shall complete
and document the dedication/acceptance processes using their inspection and test personnel.
Plans for special tests, inspections and verification of Subcontractor processes (Commercial
Grade Survey, Source Verification) shall be submitted to the Buyer and approved before
use”.
Is it the intent of the above wording to mean the Contractor is to take exception providing
costs for items/services deemed applicable for Commercial Grade Dedication, as there would
be no way to account for the costs associated to CHPRC after award? Acceptance activities
would need to be defined upfront to price accordingly.
Is it the intent of the above wording to mean additional information will be supplied by
CHPRC that is necessary to procure items/services from Quality Level 2 (NQA-1) suppliers?
Critical characteristics are selected based on knowledge of the safety function, consequences
of failure and design margin. This information would need to be flowed down to NQA-1
suppliers in order to obtain cost effective pricing. Providing the safety function alone is not
sufficient and will force a very conservative and expensive approach.
A: Commercial Grade Dedication is within CHPRC scope. NQA-1 suppliers will not need
commercial dedication since they are already qualified, if they are on the contractors’ ASL
17. Q: Section 014000 paragraph 1.10, Commercial Grade Item Procurement states “the
component may be procured utilizing a Commercial Grade Item (CGI) dedication process as
described in PRC-PRO-EN-40189, Commercial Grade Item of Service Dedication”. When
will the referenced document be provided?
A: CHPRC will perform the Commercial Dedication activities.
18. Q: Section 014000 paragraph 1.10, Commercial Grade Item Procurement states “For
items identified by the Contractor as requiring CGI dedication, the CHPRC Commercial
Grade Item or Service Dedication Form (Form A-6005-692) will be employed”. Is it the
intent of this wording to exclude the submittal of sub-supplier (3rd Party) prepared CGI/CGS
plans or for review and approval by CHPRC.
A: This is within CHPRC scope. Division 1 Specs
19. Q: To cost effectively perform commercial grade dedication in a manner that meets
regulatory requirements, a technical evaluation is performed to determine critical
characteristics, acceptance methods, and sample plan. Critical characteristics are selected
based on knowledge of the safety function, consequences of failure and design margin.
Critical characteristics are measurable, tangible properties of an item, such as "70,000 psi
tensile value". The method selected for performing dedication on any given item or service
depends on the procurement strategy. The sample plan selected is based on the confidence in
lot homogeneity.The Safety Component List, 44577-RPT-004 Revision 00A, provided with
90% design information does not provide usable information for cost effective dedication.
General properties are stated without specific values. Acceptance criteria, acceptance
methods and sample plans are not provided. While the design agent has the information to
select the critical characteristics, the constructor does not yet know the procurement strategy
in order to select the acceptance method and sample plan. When one organization does not
have access to both the design basis and the procurement strategy, there is a likelihood of
either oversight of a design basis requirement or, more likely, selection of dedication
methods that are not cost effective. In addition, some of the work on this facility, including
manufacture of some of the items, will involve commercial grade services. Dedication of
these services have not been addressed.
There are two successful scenarios for nuclear procurement:1. The purchaser (CHPRC)
performs the technical evaluation using their design basis knowledge and determines the
procurement strategy. In that way, the purchaser can specify the critical characteristics,
acceptance method, acceptance criteria, sample plan and procurement requirements necessary
to be passed down to suppliers of materials and services. 2. The purchaser provides access to
the design basis information to the supplier, who determines the most cost effective
procurement strategy and uses the design basis information to perform the technical
evaluation to select the most cost effective dedication method. The dedication plans are then
reviewed by the purchaser for accuracy. Question: (1) Does CHPRC intend to define critical
characteristics, acceptance methods and sample plan after the purchaser selects the
procurement strategy for material and services, or (2) Would CHPRC consider an alternate
proposal for the supplier to perform the technical evaluation and define critical
characteristics, acceptance methods and sample plan (as in Scenario 2 above)?
A: The specifications list the specific values. The design agent did not want to have the same
information in multiple areas. There is a reference to the 5
CSI specifications in the Safety Component List for each item. The Acceptance criteria is the
critical attribute, acceptance methods and sample plans are not provided, as this is left to
contractor to procure. While the design agent has the information to select the critical
characteristics, the constructor does not yet know the procurement strategy in order to select
the acceptance method and sample plan (the constructor is the procurement agent thus it is
their strategy).
20. Q: Please explain item 4.A.2 of Table B-1. "STRIP FOOTINGS / STEP
FOUNDATIONS, INCL. EXCAVATION, FORMWORK, REINFORCMENT, ANCHOR
BOLTS, CONCRETE (PUMPED), FINISHING, CURING, BACKFILL". This line item
appears duplicate of 4.A.4.
A: The line is not a duplicate, price both lines.
21. Q: Ref Addenda 1, Q12A. “Per the general provisions of the contract, a contractor must
continue to work at maximum ability while modifications to the contract are resolved (ref.
GP Section 6.1 B).” As Specification 13113, Section 1.5 contradicts this, will you revise
Specification 13113?
A: No. The specification is not in contradiction to the general provision.
22. Q: Ref. Addenda 1, Q14, Addenda 2, Q51. Part of the question was not answered. What
support will CHPRC require of the contractor after construction acceptance, and during
CHPRC system start up? We are assuming none, unless told otherwise. Please confirm end
point of services.
A:
23. Q: Ref. Addenda 1, Q16. How much notice for training classes is required as a general
rule for planning purposes? What is the definition of “adequate notification” in terms of
calendar days?
A: It is recommended to schedule training as early as possible. Cancellation requires a
Minimum of 72 Hrs or 3 working days to avoid penalty. See also TAB 3 of FFU Rate Pricing
Template for duration of training classes.
24. Q: Previous Addenda promised future information. This included the following:
Addenda 1, Q54. Reporting period.
Addenda 2, Q95. Hardware consultants
Addenda 1, Q64. Signs
Addenda 2, Q8 & Q9: Fire retardant materials - what is close?
Addenda 2, Q30. Interference - PS Lines???.
Addenda 2, Q70-72. Material Test Reports
A: Q-54 NEED ANSWER. Q-95: In the Rev “E” Specification: “Supplier of products is to
employ trained workers” hardware consultants do not need to be certified by product
manufacturers. An Architectural Hardware Consultant who is available during the course of
the Work to consult with Contractor, Architect, and Owner about door hardware and keying
is required. Q-64: “Assume two exterior 12”x12” panel signs and seven interior 8”x8” signs.
Actual text shall be furnished after award. The cast letters are shown on the architectural
elevation so bidding this portion of the signage should be very straight forward. Q-8&9: 15 ft
away from the Basin. Q-30: Addenda 2, Interference. The 12” and 6” PS lines are deep and
the excavation is not 6
expected to disturb them therefore protection is not required. Q70- 72: Addenda 2, Material
Test Reports CMTR’s are required on structural steel. There is no requirement to document
the amount of recycled steel in the structural steel lot.
25. Q: There are instruments shown that are not marked as provided by others, yet a
corresponding specification section can not be located to indentify the required type, style
etc. Example is the PIT included in the instrument air system. Where is the information
needed to determine this scope and provide a value for same? A: Where instruments will be
provided by the contractor, the instruments will be added to the corresponding specification
section in the next revision of the specifications.
26. Q: There is a note within several drawings typical of drawing H-1-96917 sheet 2 that
says: “Not all functions are shown in this diagram. Refer to vendor schematic diagrams for
additional information”. We have looked through the documents provided in the 90%
package and cannot seem to locate the referenced vendor drawings. Where are the referenced
vendor schematic diagrams?
A: Vendor drawings including schematics are provided by the vendor as submittals as part of
construction, once the equipment has been procured. The project does not know the specific
vendor that will be selected by the construction contractor. The purpose of the wiring
drawings that the design agent provided is to show the field interconnection wire and conduit
construction is required to provide and install (power, I&C).
27. Q: Who is to provide the 500KVA transformer ECRT-XFMR-701
A: The constructor is to supply ECRT-XFMR-701 per CSI Spec 261200.
28. Q: HIH Clarifications – On the civil drawings H-1-96762-2 Section B shows the Hose-InHose Chase as not to scale and refers us to structural drawing H-1-96815-1 Sections G & H.
The two drawings of the HIH chase are substantially different in detail (Cap, Sidewalls,
Plates, Tube Steel et.), are we to assume the structural details are correct and use them for the
civil scope as well? Also the previous addenda have stated that yes the lid is to be constructed
for potential future removal, however on neither the civil or structural drawings is there
mention of a vertical construction joint in the lid and on the civil side the lid will be 78 lineal
feet long. Should there be any vertical breaks/joints in the concrete lid and how often? There
is a typical joint detail shown for the 2” Steel Plate Cap and the 5 X 5 HSS, however again
there is no distance called out for the joints, should there be a maximum or minimum
dimension between the joints? Is there a preference?
A: As indicated in the note on drawings H-1-96762-2 Section B, all of the configuration of
the chase above grade is to be as per what is shown on the structural drawings. The intent is
to have consistent detailing, as far as possible both in and outside of the building. The notable
difference for the chase outside of the building is that it is on its own foundation instead of a
floor slab, and it is covered with the membrane material called out on the architectural
drawings. All else is equal and the slope on the chase must be coordinated and constant.
There would be all the same joints in steel and concrete in both cases. There is only one full
expansion joint and this joint is identified in both civil and structural drawings.7
29. Q: Addendum #3 FFU Rate Sheets – In the FFU Item #10.B “Pipe Bollards” calls for a
quantity of 33 and a diameter size of 8”, however site plan Drawing H-1-96758 has a call out
for 40 new bollards and the typical bollard detail on Drawing H-1-96762 calls for 6”
diameter pipe bollards. What is the correct number and size of bollards required?
A: Bollards are 6” diameter per design. There are 40 bollards per design documents.
30. Q: 013113 Coordination Para 1.6.1 Work Hours, Is the contractor to assume work will
only be allowed 7.5 hours out of a 9 hour shift if operations support is only available between
8 and 4? This seriously impacts the time for completion and labor cost.
A: If the Contractor elects to work outside the Project 8-9s working schedule prior approval
is required from the Project Team. See Section 013113 of the SOW for work hours
31. Q: Attachment C, Schedule of Unit Prices, Conduit sizes 2 ½”, 1”, 1 ½”, and 1 ¼” are not
shown in the schedule. In which item should the cost for these conduits be included if there is
no pay item identified for them?
A: See Attachment #1 this addendum for wiring pricing template. cost is to be added to Item
#7 section Q. ELECTRICAL SERVICE DISTRIBUTION - CONDUIT AND RACEWAY
PER SCHEDULES, LIGHTING AND RECEPTACLE CIRCUITS.
32. Q: 44577-SPEC-S-001, Fabrication Specification of Carbon Steel Plates, The submittals
identified in the specification are not listed in the Master Submittal Log. Please clarify.
A: Submittals required will be added to Master Submittal Log
33. Q: 013500, 1.7.14, please describe the formula CHPRC will use to determine
“compensation” should the Contractor’s equipment and/or material not be able to be released.
A: Changes will be handled in accordance with the Change clause of the General Provisions
and PART II, Article 3.0 of the Sample Contract.
34. Q: Will the “Process and Instrumentation Diagrams” (P&ID’s) be included in the final
design?
A: The process equipment P&IDs 90% are being developed and will be provided, when
complete, by future addendum.
35. Q: What equipment is required to transport the ERDF containers? Is there a specification?
A: Provided specification in previous Addendum No. 2
36. Q: Spec. Section 211313, Para. 1.4.D, states “Quality levels are defined on the associated
line lists, valve lists and datasheets accompanying this section.” However, the line list that
defines the quality levels is not included with the specification. Clarify? Final Design?
A: This section has been revised in the 90% design.
37. Q: Will the Contractor be responsible for equipment seismic and environmental
qualification, and should this be included in the scope of equipment supply?
A: Equipment seismic and environmental qualification is the responsibility of CHPRC
38. Q: Drawing H-1-96831, the two piece plugs on the sand filter shielding weigh
approximately 150 pounds each. There is no lifting bale to install / remove them. Please
clarify.
A: A lifting hole/hoist ring will be added to the drawing.
39. Q: Section 013113, paragraph 1.6 – Even though the 8-9’s schedule is not specifically
called out in the Hanford Site Stabilization Agreement, it is understood the recognized pay
practice for this schedule to be; straight time for the first 8 hours each day, overtime for the
9th hour, paid Monday through Thursday, with every other Friday off. Please confirm or
provide additional direction.
A: If the Contractor elects to work outside the Project 8-9s working schedule prior approval
is required from the Project Team. See Section 013113 of the SOW for work hours.
Contractor should confirm the 9th hour with the local Union hall.
40. Q: 44577-SPEC-M-003, Revision A, references NQA-1-2008. Appendix D lists the
HEPA filter train as General Service. Please clarify
A: The exhaust ventilation system is classified as General Service, but is designed,
fabricated, and tested to NQA-1-2008 (and AG-1) per the specification.
41. Q: Specification Section 211313 paragraph 3.10 states color code marking of piping shall
be as specified in section 099600 Special Coatings. Section 099600 does not specifically
address fire protection piping. What requirements will there be for painting or labeling of the
fire sprinkler system piping?
A: Note 1 of H-1-96792 specifies that fire sprinkler piping be painted red.
42. Q: Pay Item list, Item 7C, Services, hydronic piping has the same item listed twice – Pipe,
Steel 2-1/2” schedule 40, threaded. One has 66 lf and one has 198 lf. Please clarify.
A: Price both lines.
43. Q: H-1-96814 sheet 5 and H-1-96815 sheet 1, details show work by others but not
specifically listed in Specification Section 011100. Please clarify.
A: "By others" will be removed from the drawings. Note: 1" plate in Section B on H-196814-5 is BFE but will be installed by the constructor.
44. Q: H-1-96883-2 and H-1-96885-4, drawings indicate ECRT-HEPA-501, ECRT-HEPA502, ECRT-EF-502, ECRT-EF-503, ECRT-TK-502, Stack Sample Cabinet, and ECRT-PNL202A as BFE but not listed in Specification Section 16400. Please clarify.
A: All equipment in question is within contractor scope except the Stack Sample Cabinet and
ECRT-TK-502 which is BFE.
45. Q: Drawing H-1-96782, Sheet 1, there are no details for the rolling stair, is it BFE? Please
clarify.
A: Details for rolling stairs is not in current scope and should be considered BFE.
46. Q: Drawing h-1-96782, Sheet 1, there is no specification for the wheel stops, are they
BFE? Please clarify.
A: Wheel stops are not in current scope and will be field-located after truck scale is installed.
47. Q: Drawing H-1-96808, Sheet 1, the concrete stairs are marked “hold.” There are no
details, are they going to be added to the scope later? Please clarify.
A: These Concrete Stairs are not in scope
48. Q: The piping and duct supports are fully designed, is there any engineering required by
the contractor? Please clarify.
A: No.
49. Q: Att C Table B-1: please explain the difference between bid item 5.B and 5.K.
A: 5B and 5K are duplicates - 5K is deleted
50. Q: Att C Table B-1: the quantities in the descriptions for 5.J.3 and 5.J.4 do not match the
bid quantities.
A: Bid quantities are 2 and 1 each respectively
51. Q: Att C Table B-1: Line items 7U & 7V have lump sum pricing and unit rate pricing for
each subsequent line item. Is the lump sum pricing in error? Please clarify.
A: Delete lump sum pricing for both Line Items 7U and 7V, price items as each. Line Item
7V.4 Video monitoring the dollar value should be $0.00. Line Item 7 V.5 "Shipping-Ups
Ground" is deleted and the cost should be included in line item 7V.4 cost.
52. Q: What is the difference between pay item 2.B and 2.C on Attachment C Table B-1?
A: Line Item 2.C is deleted
53. Q: Demag has reviewed the spec and needs clarification/more info on the following:
Page 4, 3.4 DOE-RL-92-36
Page 4, 3.5 AFS 44577-M-CALC-202-REVC Seismic Restraints
Page 4, 3.6 AFS 44577-S-CALC-003 REV B Crane Runway Beam and Support System
Page 12. Need more info on runway length, support column spacing, etc.
A: See Attachment #2, #3, and #4 this addendum.
ADDENDUM 7
For Request for Proposal No. 240427, dated 11/14/2011 the following response is provided as
clarification:
1. The answer to Addendum No. 6, Item No. 22 question, “Ref. Addenda 1, Q14, Addenda 2,
Q51. Part of the question was not answered. What support will CHPRC require of the contractor
after construction acceptance, and during CHPRC system start up? We are assuming none, unless
told otherwise. Please confirm end point of services”, was left unanswered. See answer below:
A: Contractor support is minimal after construction acceptance testing is complete and during
process system startup. Assume no support is required. If needed, support will be addressed as a
change to the contract. End of point of services occurs upon completion of Construction
Acceptance Testing of all building systems within their initial scope and after acceptance by /
turnover to CHPRC”.
2. Q: What is NMC cable?
A: NEC 2008 Handbook (Article 334.2), NMC is a type of cable in the “nonmetallic-sheathed
cable” family. Type NMC – Insulated conductors enclosed within an overall, corrosion resistant,
nonmetallic jacket.
3. Q: What size wire is the 15KV cable?
A: Wire size is shown in H-1-96922.
4. Q: Can we use a Grind N Go on the concrete floors that paint. It’s like a floor sander with
diamond blades that leaves like an 80 grit profile. It seems to work well and isn’t nearly as messy.
Can this approach be used in lieu of sandblasting?
A: The use of “Grind N Go” on the floors to be painted in lieu of sandblasting is acceptable.
5. Q: 44577-SPEC-S-001, Fabrication Specification of Carbon Steel Plates, The submittals
identified in the specification are not listed in the Master Submittal Log. Please clarify?
A: Submittals required by procurement specification will be handled as part of the procurement
package.
6. The answer for Addendum No. 6, Item No. 10 question, “It is anticipated that various types of
connections will be required to and from equipment listed as provided by others. Please clarify
how the listed, required CAT and ATP testing will apply to the equipment provided by others?”
Is revised to
A: Installation of BFE process equipment and associated CAT and ATP is not part of the
contractor's scope of work.
7. Q: Ref; Dwgs; 96830 series thru 96832; 15ea dwgs: - Plate, 1-1/4, 2”, 6”, 8”; Comments.
Could not find a flat tolerance called out on these dwgs. 8” plate on sizes some of the sizes shown
have a mill tolerance (ASTM-A6) of as much as 1” out of flat and all other plate thickness as
much as ½”. Request; Flat tolerance notes on all plate gauges
A: Flatness tolerance will be specified as a maximum of 1/2” for all gauges of plate.
8. See Attachment #1 (provided information only this Addendum) for the layouts for the
contractor construction trailers which provide layout and furnishings. These are the final location
construction trailers NE of the Annex available for occupancy the later part of June. In the interim
we will make space available to the contractor at 100K in MO1112, which is a furnished 4-wide
until the Construction trailers are ready for occupancy. Only shown furnishings are supplied;
printers, plotters, copiers, computers and other such office equipment are not supplied by
CHPRC.
9. The answer to Addendum No. 6, Item No. 20 question, “Please explain item 4.A.2 of Table B1. "STRIP FOOTINGS / STEP FOUNDATIONS, INCL. EXCAVATION, FORMWORK,
REINFORCMENT, ANCHOR BOLTS, CONCRETE (PUMPED), FINISHING, CURING,
BACKFILL. This line item appears duplicate of 4.A.4.”, is revised to:
A: The line item 4.A.4 is deleted
10. Q: Refer to 402319, 1.8.A.1 – Process service connections are not provided in 011000,
A: The IXM system service connection comes from the basin through (1) 3" hose that is also run
inside the hose chase. The IXM distribution header is as shown in the 90% design.
11. Q: Nine specification sections state “SSCs will be procured, inspected, in accordance with the
CHPRC QA Manual” (see Spec 055000, paragraph 1.4.F.1).
The manual is not provided or available. Recommend changing the language to “in accordance
with the Contractor’s QA Manual”.
A: Agree. The applicable sections will be revised to callout "Constructor's Quality Assurance
Manual."
12. Q: Spec section 211313, paragraph 2.3A states 2” pipe and smaller must be threaded. Is it
acceptable to groove 2” pipe if applicable?
A: Yes. Specification will be updated to reflect this direction
13. Q: Spec section 211313, paragraph 2.3A states grooved piping to be cut grooved. This
practice is old and out dated. On other projects on the Hanford site roll grooving has been
approved. Is roll grooving acceptable?
A: Yes. Specification will be updated to reflect this direction
14. The answer to Addendum No. 6, Item No. 42 question, “Pay Item list, Item 7C, Services,
hydronic piping has the same item listed twice – Pipe, Steel 2-1/2” schedule 40, threaded. One
has 66 lf and one has 198 lf. Please clarify.
A: These items should be combined for a total length of 264 lf.3
15. Q: Specification Section 220553, Identification for Plumbing and Equipment, will an
Equipment Label Schedule with a numbering scheme be provided?
A: No. All of the items are identified on the drawing plans, ISO, and/or P&IDs.
16. Q: It appears questions #35 (What, if any, Authorization Basis, LCO, AC, or other facility
licensing requirements are applicable to Contractor during construction operations?) of
Addendum 1, and #26 (Sheet H-1-96762-2 shows 8" of CSBC, but pay item 25 calls for 9" of
CSBC. Which thickness applies?) of Addendum #2, have not been addressed in the 90% design.
Please clarify.
A: In the 90% drawings, H-1-96761-1 Rev D shows 8" of Base Course. Drawing H-1- 96762-2
no longer shows this information. 8" is the thickness to be used.