RFIs Descanso Septic System.pdf

Questions/RFIs

1. Spec lists a 300 gal rectangle tank, we can only find a 300 gal spherical tank, is that acceptable? Sphere shape in lieu of rectangle

A: Yes, spherical surge tank is acceptable.

2. Factory inspection of pump for test run prior to switch over, this causes scheduling delays and multiple mobilizations, we can save the government money if we make the switch and test in one process. This prevents the new system running. If the government chooses this options contractor will include temp showers, toilets at the location for either 4, 6, 10 or twelve person stations. USFS provides water for these temp services, or water truck for these temp services.

A: Contractor may perform operational tests and initial startup of the system to demonstrate functionality. Contractor shall provide all instruments necessary for the testing. Factory/manufacturer inspection upon system startup is not necessary. Temporary showers and toilets for Forest Service personnel will not be necessary. However, Contractor shall provide portable toilets for their employees to use during construction.

3. Will the Forest Service obtain permit from San Diego County for septic system construction, or is that the Contractor’s responsibility?

A: The Forest Service will obtain County Permit prior to beginning work. The

County has already verbally approved the design. The Forest Service is waiting on the

County to get paper copy of permit. The Forest Service will pay permit fees.

4. Will the septic tank be pumped before beginning work?

A: The Forest Service will coordinate and pay for septic tank pumping prior to beginning work.

5. Whose responsibility is it to cut down oak trees in front yard of the Residence if it is determined that they are in the way of septic tank installation?

A: Contractor shall remove the oak trees from the front lawn.

6. Whose responsibility is it to remove/replace fencing if it is determined that it is in the way of septic system installation?

A: It is the Contractor’s responsibility to remove fence before beginning work and replace fencing (un-damaged) after work is completed. If fencing is damaged during removal/replacement, the Contractor shall replace fencing at their cost.

7. Can the Forest Service provide drawings that depict utilities in the project vicinity?

A: Yes, a PDF of the site utilities will be included via amendment to solicitation along with these question/answers.

8. It appears that the location of the new septic tank and pump chamber intersect an existing water line that supplies the Residence Building

A: Contractor will have to excavate and locate water line prior to beginning work. If water line is actually in the way, Contractor shall re-route water line around septic tank and pump chamber. Water line shall meet all setback requirements from septic system per

County regulations.