12505B22R0026 - North Campus Fencing Project_Questions and Answers.pdf

12505B22R0026 – North Campus Fencing Project, Ames, IA

Questions and Answers through 9/6/22

1. On pasture 204 the straight line of pasture fence replacement what type of fence is that?

ANSWER: Existing fence is approximately 12 gauge galvanized 6” x variable (3” to 8”) x 48” tall woven wire field fencing, with two strands of approximately 12 gauge plain wire above the woven wire.

2. And do we need to account for removing the old and disposing?

ANSWER: Yes, contractor is responsible for removing and disposing of the old fencing material. All removed fencing material, posts and footings shall be removed from the USDA site and disposed to an approved landfill site.

3. Can you please find out if they will allow 4” OD versus 4.5” OD posts for the corners and gates?

The SOW says that 4” Sch80 is acceptable, but 4” sch80 is 4.5” OD with a .337 wall thickness.

The 4” OD material and hinges are much more readily available.

ANSWER: 4.0-inch OD post do not meet the requirement and are not acceptable. Corner and gate post are to be No Less than 4.5-inch OD.

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