Final Questions.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- 00PIT2
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This document is a comprehensive set of questions and answers (Q&A) for a federal contract opportunity for the Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) Parking Lot and Sidewalk Refurbishment project. The Q&A covers critical details such as project scope, technical specifications, and administrative requirements. Key aspects include full-depth asphalt repair, light pole replacements, electrical work (480 VAC), and site-specific considerations like tree and shrub removal, working hours, and site access requirements.
The solicitation is set aside for small businesses, with potential combined set-asides for 8(a) certified Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The project has a 90-day duration, with a bid submission deadline of May 21, 2025. The estimated project magnitude ranges between $300,000 and $500,000. Contractors will need Real IDs for site access, coordinate with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for various logistics, and follow specifications in document 26 05 46 for electrical systems and poles. Invoicing will be completed monthly via the DELPI system, with payments based on percentage of completed work.
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Questions
1.During site visit, it was mentioned that an area of full-depth asphalt repair for Phase II.
Currently, it appears to be no specific detail or drawing that outlines the required dimensions—such as the length and width—of this repair area. Please clarify.
Answer: See drawing A06
2.On the asphalt, what is the 3” of asphalt to be? Cannot do wearing course in 3”.
Answer: See drawing A06
3.What is the detail for the asphalt full depth repair?
Answer: See drawing A06
4.Do you have the specs on light poles that need orders?
Answer: Please see spec 26 05 46 Poles for Electrical Systems
5.Do you have the light pole heads specs?
Answer: Please see spec 26 05 46 Poles for Electrical Systems
6.Are we using existing pole bases or do we need new ones that need auger out with new sauna tubes and bolt pattern plates installed?
Answer: New bases, use existing wires
7.How far from pole to pole?
Answer: Replace poles in place
8.How many Cat 6 wires will need pulled through existing camera conduit and what's the distance?
Answer: 1 cat 6 at approximately 300 feet
9.What’s the voltage of pole lights?
Answer: 480 VAC
10.Please verify the time for bid submission. Page 1 of the solicitation says 1700 hrs and page 3 says 1200.
Answer: 1700
11. Are bids to be emailed to you?
Answer: Yes
12. Could you please provide the sign-in sheet from the site visit?
Answer: CO should have, if not Michael Loughman can resend
13.Please verify what business category this project is being set-aside for. Page one of the solicitation says Total Small Business and page 31 says it is a combined set-aside for an 8(a) certified SDB and SDVOSB.
Answer: Page 31 is a clause 3.6.1-16 and simply speaks to combined set asides.
14. Please provide Attachment 6, Past Performance Questionnaires, if we are to return these with our technical package.
Answer: These can be returned whenever possible
15.Was there to be an attachment #5 as well? If so, please provide. There were only 4 attachments in the solicitation posting.
Answer: Will update SIR to reflect Attachment 5 Past Performance Questionnaire not attachment 6
16.Would it be possible to extend the bid date to complete the required technical package and to allow our customers time to complete and return the past performance evaluations back to us for inclusion in our package?
Answer: Confirm with CO
17.As to bonding, would you accept a bond on each scope vs a bond encapsulating the entire contract?
Answer: Bond should be for contract award price and then go up if we add work
18. As to General Requirements, is there a limit to the cost of mobilization vs the total cost of the contract? For example, mobilization is capped at 5% of the total cost of the contract.
Answer: Mobilization should reflect your actual costs and not a percentage.
19. As to Budget. It is stated that the Estimated Project Magnitude is between $300,000.00 and $500,000.00. Is this correct?
Answer: This is a government estimate and this price could be more or less.
20. As to clearance. Is there any specific clearance required to be onsite?
Answer: There are badging requirements and may be additional badging requirements for the airport.
21. As to background & screening. Are there any specific requirements for contractor employees before entering the premises?
Answer: Real ID will be required for all contractors
22. As to invoicing. Will the government consider a monthly invoice drawdown?
Answer: All invoices will be completed via the DELPI system. This billing will be completed monthly and will be paid as a percentage of the completed work
23. As to invoicing. If the government will not consider a monthly invoice drawdown. Will the government consider a per scope drawdown?
Answer: All invoices will be completed via the DELPI system. This billing will be completed monthly and will be paid as a percentage of the completed work.
24. As to invoicing. Will the government accept and invoice for general requirements upon start of the contract?
Answer: All invoices will be completed via the DELPI system. This billing will be completed monthly and will be paid as a percentage of the completed work.
25. Is any possibility that we could have all the measurements of:
1. The sidewalk where concrete need to be removed and replace?
2. The area on sidewalk where the temporary asphalt need to be removed and replaced with concrete? If it’s other than number 1.
3. Area of curb and gutters where the concrete need to be removed?
4. Area of the asphalt pavement where need to be milling and resurfaced?
5. Area of fence that needs to be repaired
Answer: If measurements were not taken on site during site visit drawing dimensions must be used. Otherwise may request another site visit with CO
26. On the DESCRIPTION was mentioned “temporary construction of every nature” what this means please?
Answer: Please provide more information
27. The permits and licenses with Allegheny County need to be present with the bid? Or only if we win the bid?
Answer: ES does not require permits. Verify with CO
28. Could be possible to see a similar Solicitation done on the pass?
Answer: No, don’t have one.
1. Are permits required? If so, who is responsible?
Answer: No.
2. Is there a designated area for material storage & dumpsters?
Answer: Yes, to be coordinated with COR
3. What are the working hours?
Answer: To be discussed, but it is expected that you work 40 hours per week.
4. Are the security chain link fence repairs limited to the replacement of (4) posts?
Answer: Yes
5. Is the refurbish exterior door structural façade limited to the post repair detail 2, sheet A04?
Answer: Yes
6. Please clarify extent (SF) of concrete sidewalk work, detail 1, sheet A04.
Answer: See drawings for dimensions
7. Please clarify extent (LF) of curb & gutter work, detail 1A, sheet A06.
Answer: See drawings for dimensions
8. Are (2) new pole bases & light poles to be installed per detail 3, sheet A04? If so, please provide specifications for light poles, electrical feed, etc.
Answer: See spec 26 05 46 Poles for Electrical Systems
9. Are the following notes shown on sheet A04 to be included in the bid? Removal of
(2) trees? Move parking island 4’ from back of curb to fence line? Repair subgrade where Basketball hoop was removed? Remove grass & install stone? Replace (4) ADA parking signs?
Answer: Yes, please see updated drawings for number of trees and shrubbery removed
10. Is the extent of the paving work to be 3” mill & overlay?
Answer: As well as full depth repair
11. Is this a lump sum bid or a unit price bid? If unit price, please provide bid form.
Answer: Please refer to Page 56. Volume III Factor 5: Price Proposal of the solicitation. This will walk you through how to provide your bid.
12. Do the mentor-protégé requirements on page 30 apply to this project?
Answer: Refer to CO
13. What is the project duration and anticipated completion date?
Answer: The goal is to complete this project before the paving season ends this year.
29. Light Fixture Specifications
Please confirm the type, model, wattage, voltage, and mounting details of the light fixture to be used with the light pole.
Answer: Please see spec 26 05 46 Poles for Electrical Systems
30. Conduit and Wiring Requirements
Confirm the conduit type, size, and routing requirements from the light pole base to the power source.
Please provide wire size, quantity, and type (e.g., THWN-2, XHHW).
Answer: NA, reuse existing wires
31. Power Connection Point
Please identify the intended power source for the new light pole. If not shown in drawings, please provide location and connection details.
Answer: NA, reuse existing wires
32. Control Requirements
Are there any photocells, timers, or manual switch controls to be included as part of the light pole system?
Answer: No
33. 5. Light Fixture
Please confirm if the above items regarding the Light fixture are to be provided as part of the contractor’s scope, and if so, provide the necessary details or reference documents.
Answer: NA
34. Hot Permit Requirement
Will the airport require a “Hot Permit” for use of propane-powered equipment such as the paver?
Some prior airport projects have required this documentation for propane burners.
Answer: NA
35. Crew Clearance Requirements
Will any drug testing, security clearances, or background checks be required for field personnel to access the site?
Answer: Field personnel will require Real IDs to access the site
36. PPE Requirements
Please confirm what minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) standards are required for site personnel.
Answer: At contractor discretion
37. Milling Scope & Phasing
Is it permissible to complete milling operations for both phases in one mobilization?
If so, will the contractor be required to install temporary pavement markings for parking stalls between phases?
Answer: Milling should be phased as noted
38. Millings Disposal
Can millings generated from demolition be delivered to the airport’s existing millings stockpile?
Answer: Possibly depending on airport’s need
39. Work Hour Restrictions
Are there any restrictions on working hours, including nighttime, weekends, or holidays?
Answer: No, coordinate with COR
40. ADA Ramp Grading
Please confirm whether the new ADA ramp at the front entry should be raised to match the top-of-curb elevation, or if a different grade break is expected.
Answer: See detail 5/A04
41. After-Hours Work
Is work allowed to take place outside of standard business hours?
Answer: Can be coordinated with COR
42. Laydown and Staging area
Will there be a designated laydown/staging area available for contractor use during construction?
Answer: Yes, coordinate with COR
43. Electrical Panel Location
Please provide the current location(s) of electrical panels associated with any systems (e.g., lighting, security) that may be impacted by the work
Answer: No work is to be done in existing panels, local FAA will shutdown as necessary
44. Proposal Submission Deadline Extension:
Will the current proposal submission deadline of May 21, 2025 be extended to allow adequate time for all submitted RFIs to be answered, reviewed, and incorporated into final proposals?
Answer: Coordinate with CO
45. Plan shows two trees to be removed with the roots. During the site visit, we were shown additional trees to be removed. Please provide total number of trees to be removed by the contractor.
Answer: Multiple trees and shrubs are designated for removal on drawing A03
46. What is the duration of the project?
Answer: 90 days
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