00 63 13 - RFI Form.pdf

This is a Request for Information/Interpretation (RFI) form template developed by Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) for use on construction projects. The form serves as a standardized document for contractors to submit clarifications or interpretations regarding project specifications, drawings, or details to the project owner or engineer. The RFI form includes fields for project identification, contractor information, contract number, specification section references, drawing details, and proposed solutions. The form accommodates responses from the owner or engineer, including attachments, with designated spaces for signatures and dates for both submission and receipt of responses. This template is directly applicable to the Borough of Elizabethtown's 2025 Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project (Contract No. 2025-01) and the Sewer Maintenance & Emergency Contract (Contract 2026-01), where contractors may need to request clarifications on the sanitary sewer main installations, lateral connections, manhole replacements, and associated construction specifications outlined in the bidding documents.

The RFI form establishes a formal communication protocol for managing questions and interpretations that arise during the bidding and construction phases, ensuring all clarifications are documented and tracked through a standardized process. By utilizing this form, HRG and the Borough of Elizabethtown maintain organized records of inquiries and responses, which helps prevent miscommunications and disputes regarding project scope, specifications, and technical requirements. This mechanism is essential for infrastructure projects such as sewer system improvements, where precise understanding of specifications is critical to successful project execution and cost control.