129JGP20R0030 - Jerseydale - RFI Official Responses - 2.pdf

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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) OFFICIAL RESPONSES

129JGP20R0030 - Jerseydale Campground Rehab

RFI responses will be responded to as necessary in amendment format which will be posted to the solicitation via beta.SAM.

Telephone requests for information will not be accepted or returned.

Proposal Inquiry: (Type inquiry below)

RFI #1 – Section 1442.3.1 “Sampling, Testing and Inspection” states: “1. Excavation and

Embankment (including trenching operations): Contractor shall test for moisture density, and in place density and compaction, and as required to meet the specifications of Section 0.2200.“ What is the frequency of testing that will be required?

USFS Response – A proctor shall be taken by the contractor to a testing lab. Testing frequency shall be similar to aggregate surface. 2 at single sites, 4 at double sites and ORAR trails every 50’.

RFI #2 – Section 2100.2.1.B states: “The stumps shown on plans to be removed are a direct result of the construction related activities. These stumps will require complete removal.” There are no stumps shown on the plans for removal. Please provide the location, quantity and size of the stumps to be removed.

USFS Response – There is one stump shown at site 13, approximately 12-14” DBH. The best efforts will be made to avoid tree removal.

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RFI #3 – Is clearing, grubbing and vegetation clearance only required at the ORARs and campsites?

Or is the expectation that the entire project area will be cleared and grubbed?

USFS Response - Clearing, grubbing only required at the ORAR’s and campsites.

RFI #4 – Section 1050.5.1 “Stake Approval” states “Construction work will not begin until the stakes, marks, and controls established by the Contractor have been approved in writing by the

Forest Service Representative. How long will it take for the written approval to be issued once the staking is complete?

USFS Response – The approval response should be as soon as the Inspector/COR returns to the office or by noon the following business day. If inspection is on a Friday, response will be that evening.

RFI #5 – Technical Specification section 1050.5.1 CONSTRUCTION STAKING states:

“Campsites, tent pads, ORARs and finished grades shall be accurately aligned with elevation control, as necessary.” Plans and specifications do not provide surveying data i.e. location, elevation, of the Campsites, tent pads, ORARs, to what extent will preliminary engineering be required? That is to say will topographic surveys, GPS location, plotting and/or final elevations need to be determined prior to Stake Approval and construction sites work begins? Or, will FS preapproval of rough layouts with corner stakes, site reference hubs and final surveyor as builts be sufficient?

USFS Response – FS Preapproval of rough layouts with corner stakes, site reference hubs and final surveyor as builts will be sufficient.

RFI #6 – Technical Specifications 02340.1.1 Scope, states: “The Forest Service to furnish the aggregate base and surface courses. Forest Service to inform Contractor of stockpile location and contractor to haul material to campground for placement”. Where is the aggregate base and surface course material stockpile located or distance material will be “hauled” by the contractor?

USFS Response - The stockpile is located within 800 feet of the site.

RFI #7 – Will the Forest Service or the Contractor be responsible for loading of the aggregate base and surface courses at the Forest Service stockpile location?

USFS Response - The contractor will be responsible for loading and hauling/placing of the aggregate from the stockpile location.

RFI #8 –Will there be Water (Potable or Non-Potable) available for filling Contractors water tuck and or trailer used for Fire Protection, soil compaction and dust control purposes ie. Wharf-Head, Fire Hydrant, or other type of connection? If so, what is the location?

USFS Response – Water is available at the Jerseydale Fire Station adjacent to the campground.