Public Works & Planning

Request for Clarification Responses

Department of Public Health Basement Renovation

Supplemental Information - Not Part of the Contract Documents

The following list is comprised of paraphrased Requests for Clarification (RFC) submitted by potential bidders or sub-bidders in writing via email, letter, and this form:

24-S-14 Department of Public Health Basement Renovation Request for Clarification Form

These paraphrased questions and associated responses are not part of the contract documents and shall have no bearing whatsoever on the interpretation of the Standard Specifications, the Standard Plans, the Special Provisions, or the Plans. Nor shall they have any bearing whatsoever on the interpretation of other publications referenced therein.

Questions without answers may be posted here to indicate that we have received them before the deadline and we intend to respond.

Last updated: March 28, 2025, 4:00 PM PT

Drawing No. A4.41
On Page A4.41 General Notes state the following: "All roof membrane repairs shall be done by Fresno Roofing or an architect & client approved alternate." Nations Roof just finished this project, we should be the company called out and approved for repairs. (RFC S14-2 submitted 3/5/2025)

~~Refer to upcoming addendum~~. Response date: 03/10/2025

Refer to addendum 1. Response Updated 03/24/205

Drawing No. E4.01
What manufacturer is the existing fire alarm system? (RFC S14-3 submitted 3/5/2025)

The existing fire alarm panel system at the Brix Mercer is a Notifier system maintained by Integrated Electronics. The plans call for a deferred approval fire alarm system. See attached photos for reference. Response date: 03/11/2025

Photo 1 - Main FACP, Photo 2 - Main FACP, Photo 3 - Main FACP, Photo 4 - Main FACP

Can you tell me if this project is a PLA project? (RFC S14-4 submitted 3/10/2025)

No, this project is not subject to a Project Labor Agreement. Response date: 03/10/2025

Have Air Clearances been done at all project work locations? Has all existing ducts to remain been cleaned & cleared? If so are these reports available to us. (RFC S14-5 submitted 3/13/2025)

The entire existing ductwork in Mercer Building basement was removed. On sheet M-2.0 & M-2.1 indicate ductwork removed at the Brix Building basement. There was no cleaning of the remaining ductwork, and no reports provided Response date: 03/20/2025

It was stated that mold was present on columns and was encapsulated. Are all encapsulated mold locations documented. How are we to proceed where wall attachments at columns will need to be stripped and mold is discovered. (RFC S14-6 submitted 3/13/2025)

The column fireproofing will not be disturbed according to the approved plans, new wall framing will be installed directly against the fireproofing plumb and square. Response date: 03/20/2025

Specification No. Division 10 2600 -Wall and Door Protection
Where are the locations to receive corner guards & impact wall coverings called out of this division? (RFC S14-7 submitted 3/13/2025)

No corner guards indicated - Sheet A7.01 ROOM FINISH SCHEDULE - Room B0100 VESTIBULE - WAINSCOT, Room B0107 HSKP - WAINSCOT, per Specification Division 10 265 Response date: 03/20/2025

Drawing No. A7.01 Specification No. Division 10 265 Wall Surface Protection System
We could not identify the location of this product on sheet A7.01 finish schedule or on the interior elevation sheets. Please advise (RFC S14-8 submitted 3/13/2025)

See response to RFC S14-7. Response date: 03/20/2025

Has county identified all utilities? (where all the wires and pipes that overhang the basement) (RFC S14-9 submitted 3/13/2025)

Photos of existing utilities are as indicated in the photos on the document linked below. Response date: 03/21/2025

Photos for response to RFC #S14-9(PDF, 4MB)

Are the stairs and elevator our primary points of entry? (RFC S14-10 submitted 3/13/2025)

Correct, the stairs just south of the rear entry to the BRIX Building basement and the two elevators leading to the basement that exit to Congo Alley, one elevator is located at the BRIX Building, the second elevator is located at the Mercer Building Response date: 03/20/2025

Where can waste collection be stored? (RFC S14-11 submitted 3/13/2025)

Building Management approved the waste containment location to be on the west side of Congo Alley at the yellow curb area. Response date: 03/20/2025

Specification No. 26 0000
Issue: The electrical panels BMM, BMX, and the telecom IDF cabinets are all located on the ground floor. However, we do not have ground floor plans available in our set. All new distribution feeders originate from these panels, and their precise locations and routing information are necessary for installation. Request: Please provide the ground floor plan drawings that show the locations of the electrical panels BMM, BMX, and telecom IDF cabinets. (RFC S14-12 submitted 3/19/2025)

See as-built plans posted under Supplemental Information for the locations of the existing panels BMM, BMX, and the IDF Cabinets. Response date: 03/20/2025

Specification No. 26 0000
Issue: The scope of work related to the telecom and speaker system needs to be clarified. including conduit requirements and termination locations. Request: 1. Please confirm the scope of work for the telecom and speaker system, including any specific requirements for installation. 2. Clarify whether we are responsible for providing conduit only up to the accessible ceiling or if we must route it back to the source. (RFC S14-13 submitted 3/19/2025)

Contractor shall omit the work related to the telecom and speaker system. The County vendor will be performing this work. Response date: 03/28/2025

Drawing No. P2.03
In enlarged drawing labeled C/P2.03, the plans call out for the trap primer to be TP-1 and TP-2. Can you please clarify which trap primer is to be used in this situation. (RFC S14-14 submitted 3/19/2025)

Further details beyond those shown in the existing drawings will be provided to the awarded contractor. Response date: 03/28/2025

Drawing No. P2.03
In enlarged drawing labeled A/P2.03 & B/P2.03, the plans call out for WF-2 but have an arrow with detailed description saying the fixture is WF-1. Can you please clarify if it is WF-1 or if a WF-2 needs to be added to the fixture schedule? (RFC S14-15 submitted 3/19/2025)

Refer to Plan Sheet P2.03 provided with Addendum 2, which includes a new schedule for WF-2 and relabeling of WF-1 and WF-2 on Details A/P2.03 and B/P2.03. Response date: 03/28/2025

Drawing No. P2.03
In enlarged drawing labeled A/P2.03, the plans show a domestic cold water line going from S-1 to SB-1 but there is no source of where the water is coming from. Can you please clarify where the point of connection is to the main line? (RFC S14-16 submitted 3/19/2025)

Refer to Plan Sheet P2.03 provided with Addendum 2. Cold water supply piping added to drawing. A 3/4" cold water supply shall tee from the 1" cold water supply to water filter WF-1, and tee into the supply line between sink S-1 and supply box SB-1. Response date: 03/28/2025

Specification No. 22-040022-0400
Can you please provide a detail for the upper attachments of hangers? Or are we to use existing hangers? (RFC S14-17 submitted 3/19/2025)

Please refer to Spec Section: 22-0400 - See sheets A9.04.2, A9.04.3, M-8, M-9 Details Response date: 03/28/2025

Can the city/state be listed on the subcontractor listing instead of the full business address? (RFC S14-18 submitted 3/20/2025)

Yes at the time of bidding, as stated in The Subcontractor List (Section 004336) "'The location of business' must specify the city in which the subcontractor’s business is located, and the state if other than California." Full subcontractor details, including the full business address, however, are due within 24 hours of the bid opening. Response date: 03/20/2025

Can we remove the requirement of a symbol 1 on auto as we carry two specific auto policies? These two policies are Non-owned and Hired auto policy as well as a commercial auto policy with symbol 7 which is named vehicles. (RFC S14-19 submitted 3/21/2025)

Automobile insurance has been clarified in Addendum 2 and the requirement for Symbol 1 has been removed. Response date: 03/28/2025

It calls out for "Typical Floor Support Anchored To Slab", can you please provide a detail of that typical floor support? (RFC S14-20 submitted 3/21/2025)

Further details beyond those shown in the existing drawings will be provided to the awarded contractor. Response date: 03/28/2025

Drawing No. A7.01, A4.01
A7.01 finish sch. room B0100 wainscot calls out frp 84" for bike rack location, no interior elevation for this room. A4.01 no bike racks shown Please provide location & quantity of bike racks (RFC S14-21 submitted 3/21/2025)

Rescinded by the Contractor.

Specification No. Spec section 102113
Spec section 102113 1.02 b list both metal, and solid plastic partitions. There is not a call out on the plans as to which material is to be used in the restrooms. Can we verify what materials are to be installed, and the locations if we are using both materials. (RFC S14-22 submitted 3/21/2025)