Updated Questions and Answers for Solicitation 12363N26Q4161.docx
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- Mark Twain NF Beaver Lake Dam Rehabilitation
- Solicitation number
- 12363N26Q4161
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Department of Agriculture Forest Service
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This is a Questions and Answers document for Solicitation 12363N26Q4161, issued by the Department of Agriculture Forest Service for the Mark Twain National Forest Beaver Lake Dam Rehabilitation project. The document addresses clarifications and responses to inquiries submitted by potential bidders regarding the solicitation requirements.
The Q&A document provides guidance on various aspects of the project, including technical specifications, contract administration, and compliance requirements related to the dam rehabilitation work. While the specific questions and answers are not detailed in the provided excerpt, this type of document typically clarifies ambiguities in the original solicitation, addresses contractor questions about scope of work, timelines, insurance requirements, bonding obligations, and other contractual matters. Contractors should review this updated Q&A document carefully as it may modify or supplement requirements stated in the original Request for Proposals, and questions answered herein may impact bid preparation, pricing, and compliance strategies for the Mark Twain NF Beaver Lake Dam Rehabilitation project involving water level management, clearing and excavation work, removal of existing overflow conduit, and spillway erosion repair with riprap.
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| Addendum to 12363N26Q4161 Mark Twain NF Beaver Lake Dam Rehabilitation.docx | DOCX document | |
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Questions and Answers for Solicitation 12363N26Q4161
1. Inquiring if the above project will require a design firm? Do you intend for this to be a design build? No
2. Are we including the boat ramp in the project? It is listed in the scope of work section of the supplemental specifications, but not listed elsewhere.
No boat ramp is included in the project.
Remove the statement from the supplemental specifications: Section 103.01 – BASE BID – “RECONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS ACCESS ROADS AND INSTALLATION OF ARTICULATED CONCRETE MAT BOAT RAMP”
3. For the outlet structure, they asked if a prefab structure would be alright or if only poured in place would work. Precast/prefab is fine
4. I also have questions regarding the pipe joint details. Do you have a supplier for the pipe? This is different from what our local suppliers usually build. C361 Low Pressure Reinforced Concrete Pipe with Confined Concrete Joint Face shall be utilized in lieu of the steel bell and spigot rings
5. Will there be liquidated damages?
No
6. How much Hydrostatic Head Pressure is required on this Low Pressure Pipe ?
Per Supplemental Specifications 610.02, in accordance with ASTM C361-22.
7. Is there a Steel Spigot and Bell Ring design that we can view ?
This was amended. Or will be.
8. Does the Low Pressure Pipe require any Internal Waterproofing ?
Not unless manufacturer recommends as process to obtain required pressure and durability requirements.
9. According to the RCP Joint Notes on Sheet C-07, the Pipe Joint length can be 8’ instead of the 10’ . Is that your opinion also?
8’ lengths are acceptable.
10. What material is the Exterior Joint Sealing Compound or do you have that calculated in your figures since that material will be after installation?
Shall be per pipe manufacturer’s recommendation, typically a hydraulic non-shrink mortar cement. Joint sealing is part of the installation process, not after installation. Costs are incidental to pipe installation.
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