1240LU25R0016 Questions and Answers GAOA Sula Housing Water System BNF.pdf
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This document is a Questions and Clarifications file for the Sula Ranger Station Water System Improvements project. The document addresses several technical and construction-related inquiries, including details about water system infrastructure, building specifications, and site conditions. Key clarifications include: the existing 6" water main is PVC pipe, there is a 10" double casing around an 8" well casing extending 24 feet underground, and a renter is present at the house near the pump house who requires continuous vehicle access. Additional technical modifications were approved, such as allowing R13 fiberglass insulation in 2x4 walls instead of R19, permitting alternative window sizes (41" x 17" rectangular), and waiving the waterproof membrane requirement when FRP is properly installed. The contractor is advised that complete road closures shall not exceed 4 hours and must maintain traffic control throughout the project.
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Sula Ranger Station Water System Improvements Questions and Clarifications
Question / Concern Answer/Clarification How to abandon the existing line from the pump house to 6” main distribution line?
024100-3.4-D Drain piping and cap or plug piping with same or compatible piping material or concrete or concrete and leave in place.
How deep does the double casing go down below the pump house?
There is a 10” double casing around the 8” well casing. The 10” casing goes down into the ground 24 feet.
What kind of pipe is the existing 6” water main?
The existing 6” water main is made of PVC pipe.
Is there a renter at the house by the pump house?
Yes there is a renter in the house by the pumphouse. Renter shall have vehicle access to their house. Traffic control is the responsibility of the contractor. Complete road closure shall not exceed 4 hours.
FRP won’t stay attached to the waterproof membrane without rivets, which would puncture the membrane.
With the FRP installed properly, the water proof membrane is not needed and that requirement can be waived.
What are the window sizes for the wood framed building?
The window sizes are 41” x 17” rectangular windows. Contractor may submit alternative sized windows for approval to the CO
R19 fiberglass installation will not fit in 2x4 framed walls
R13 fiberglass insulation can be used in place of R19 insulation to fit in the 2x4 walls.
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