site_visit_meeting_notes.pdf

The pre-bid meeting (not mandatory) for the Restoration of Stone Masonry project occurred today at 10a at Grey Towers National Historic Site.

The USFS was represented by Ken Sandri, USFS COR and Bill Dauer, Director both located at GTNHS.

Introductions and recording the names of attending contractors.

o Caretti Restoration and Preservation, Berwick PA represented by Matt Ventin o C&D Waterproofing Corporation, Bloomsburg, PA represented by Michael A. Digiandomenico

[not present but called to get information] o Waters Craftsman, Huntley VA. - called for information o William Pratt Masonry, - called for information o Mara Restoration, Fort Washington PA represented by Steve Stoughton

- called information

At the site of the base bid stone boundary wall the COR lead the discussion of the stone wall feature in the masonry project’s scope of work.

Discussed the dimensions and the deterioration of the wall due to age and mortar failure.

Discussed the objectives of the project Discussed mortar mix/formula Discussed coping stone and preventing moisture infiltration Identified previous (2010) successful work adjacent to the base bid stone wall and showed pictures of that contractors performance Optional Work Item - Looked at the optional work identified as the part of the same wall to the east of the base bid area. Award of optional work would be based on available funds and can be awarded by the CO up to the end of the base bid contract work.

Is there a Bid Bond - KS “I do not think so, estimated cost too low” CO is Karie Linn will be direct the successful bidder on all schedule and financial question including modifications (if needed) and the award of optional work items. (Provided Karie Linn’s contact info) Discussed the methods and techniques used to prepare an adequate footing in the previous contract

(2010) [mechanically tamped 2A modified stone that is 1 ½’ thick and 3’ wide starting 1’ below the surface] o Note: Michael Digiandomenico asked about the difference in the ground surface on either side of the wall. “Not consistent varying up to a foot higher on the road side. Where does the footing start? 1’ below which side?” KS “Clarification of this occurred as it was made clear that the TOP of the 1 ½’ thick x 3’ footing WILL begin 1’ below the lowest ground surface on either side of the wall.”

o (Please assure that all bidders know this)