005 Addendum 3

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ADDENDUM #3 RFP 25-005 Fire Station Buildout This addendum is being issued to address questions submitted on RFP 25-005: 1. How do we schedule a subsequent site visit for our sub-contractors? (Answer) Bidders needing subsequent site meetings can contact Fire Chief Josh Spear at 706-654-0241 to schedule a time to view the project. 2. Will this work be permitted? (Answer) Yes 3. If so, who’s jurisdiction? (Answer) Jackson County 4. If so, who will be providing permit plans? (Answer) City of Commerce – The Old Homestead Custom Designs’ drawing will suffice. 5. Who is responsible for relocating the electric meter? (Answer) The electric meter should not have to be relocated after Addendum #2 to RFP 25-005. If bidding contractors see that the meter still needs to be moved, they should figure that price into their bid. 6. Does Jackson County require stamped engineered drawings for this project? (Answer) O.C.G.A. 43-414 (b)(5) Professionally designed drawings bearing the seal and signature of an architect registered in the State of Georgia is required for non-structural interior construction within an existing building. Plans and specifications submitted shall reference and comply with the applicable current building codes. 7. The plans do not reflect the headroom impedance of the structural steel which will be in the upstairs bedroom. Are the head height limitations within code compliance? (Answer) Yes 8. Does the main water come in from the rear of the building? (Answer) Yes 9. Is the well still in use or is it now supplied by the county water? (Answer) The well is still in use, but there is now county water at the location. Working with the winning contractor, the fire department will pay a plumber to switch the water supply from well to public water system. 10. Will there be any sprinkler, fire alarm, radio or alerting systems that we need to consider? (Answer) No, this project does not require any of the following 11. What materials are required for the floor system of the upstairs area? Wood, concrete, metal? (Answer) The fire department will provide the Advantech subflooring to be used on the second floor. The installing contractor will need to provide the subfloor adhesive and appropriate fasteners depending on the framing (wood or metal). This addendum should be signed and returned with your proposal. Failure to do so may result in the proposal being non-responsive.