Attachment A- Questions and Answers.pdf

Questions and Answers

1. Would the Embassy accept an offer submitted by a joint venture between a U.S. contractor and a locally licensed Jordanian contractor?

Answer: Please refer to DOSAR Clause 652.242-73, “Authorization and Performance.”

A Joint Venture (JV) is acceptable only if the JV demonstrates the overall ability and capability to perform the work as outlined in the solicitation and meets the submission requirements in solicitation. The Offeror shall submit a comprehensive and detailed Joint Venture (JV) Agreement that clearly identifies each JV partner and fully defines their respective roles, responsibilities, and level of effort in performing the work outlined in the solicitation.

2. For purposes of meeting the qualification requirements under Section J, including relevant project experience, key personnel, equipment/resources, financial capacity, and local licensing, would the Government consider the combined qualifications and capabilities of both joint venture members?

Answer: Please refer to the Government response in Question No. 1.

3. If the joint venture is the offeror, would the joint venture itself be required to have a separate SAM.gov registration/UEI, or would the active SAM.gov registration of the U.S. joint venture member be sufficient?

Answer: With this amendment, the Government has determined to remove the requirement for an active SAM registration at the time of quotation submission.

The amendment incorporates the applicable alternative offeror and contractor identification requirements in accordance with FAR 4.208(c), including FAR 52.204-90, Offeror Identification, the applicable provisions identified in paragraph (c)(1) of FAR 52.204-7, and FAR 52.204-91, Contractor Identification.

4. We would like to know if this is a brand-new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?

Answer: This is a brand-new contract.

5. We kindly request a four-week extension of the current deadline for submitting proposals, which is August 27, 2026.

Answer: At this moment the deadline for proposal submission will remain unchanged unless otherwise announced on the website.

6. Project reference numbers: SF-1442 provides a project reference of PR16117976, while SF-1442 within the Solicitation Package references PR15296979. Please confirm the correct project no.

Answer: With this Amendment, PR15296979 is the correct project number.

7. VAT exemption (CLIN 002): Per Sub-Section A.4, we understand the U.S.

Embassy Amman is exempt from VAT and that CLIN 002 should therefore be entered as zero/"N/A - exempt per Sub-Section A.4". Please confirm. We would also appreciate guidance on how the VAT exemption letter is applied in practice to the Contractor's domestic purchases of materials for this contract - i.e., whether suppliers honor the exemption at the point of purchase, or whether input tax is paid and reclaimed.

Answer: Please refer to Section A, Subsection A.4 “Value Added Tax”. The U.S.

Embassy has a sales tax exemption issued by the host government; this exemption will be provided only to the awarded contractor. Contractor’s invoices must be issued in the name of the U.S. Embassy and submitted to the COR for review and approval for accuracy.

8. Please confirm the required offer currency, the contract/payment currency, and any prescribed exchange-rate source and date for evaluation where the offer is submitted in Jordanian dinars.

Answer: Please refer to Section A, Subsection A.3 “PRICE”, all prices should be in Jordanian Dinar (JOD) subsequently, the payment will be paid JOD.

9. Please confirm all required policies, limits, deductibles, additional-insured wording, waiver-of-subrogation requirements and the deadline for submitting certificates before site access and is accepted to be issued from a local insurance company

Answer: Please refer to the solicitation requirements regarding the above subject.

Additionally, please refer to Section E “Deliverables Schedule” for additional information on document/evidence submitting deadline for each phase of the contract.

10. Contractor Registration / Classification – Page 84 Page 84 states that:

“For international contractors not registered in Jordan, an equivalent classification issued by the relevant governmental authority in their country of origin demonstrating comparable experience and capacity.”

In particular, please clarify:

Whether an international contractor legally registered and classified in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which maintain an active SAM.gov registration, company registration and contractor classification, together with the SAM.gov registration and supporting experience, are sufficient for participation and submission of an offer. And if is required to obtain any additional registration, licensing, or contractor classification in Jordan.

(Whether prior to proposal submission or even upon award and prior to commencement of the works)

Answer: Please refer to the Government responses in question No.1 and 3. For Company License and registration in Jordan, please refer to Section J subsection A.1 Point No.2.

11. VAT Exemption – Page 5 Page 5 states that:

“The U.S. Embassy Amman, Jordan is exempted from VAT on both importation of goods and domestic purchase of goods and services and can provide a VAT exemption letter to the contractor upon award.”

For a company legally registered in Saudi Arabia and maintains a valid Saudi VAT registration, kindly clarify how the VAT exemption would be applied in the case of an international contractor.

Answer: The U.S. Embassy Amman, Jordan is exempted from VAT on both importation of goods and domestic purchase of goods and services and can provide a VAT exemption letter to the contractor upon award. Please refer to Section A, Subsection A.4 for value added tax and FAR 52.229-6 “Taxes-Foreign Fixed-Price Contracts” and FAR 52.229-7 “Taxes-Foreign Fixed-Price Contracts”.

12. Is it mandatory for the primary contractor to be classified/registered with the Jordan Contractors Association (JCCA) for the bid to be considered technically acceptable? Or would it be sufficient for the subcontractor to hold the required JCCA classification for the bid to meet the technical requirements?

Answer: Please refer to Section J subsection A.2. Additionally, please refer to Section B subsection B.1 and B.2.

Questions regarding drawings C-100 through C-111:

1. Tree supply (C-104 vs SOW B.11.1): Drawing C-104 includes a vegetation detail showing supply and planting of Ulmus (Columnar Elm) trees in the parking islands, while SOW Section B.11.1 limits landscaping scope to planting pits only. Please confirm which governs: is the Contractor required to supply and plant the trees, or to provide planting pits only?

Answer: Provide planting pits only in accordance with SOW Section B.11.1 and as per coordination with COR. Tree supply and planting are not required by the contractor as mentioned in the scope of work.

2. Removals disposition schedule: The drawing set does not include a demolition/removals plan. SOW B.5.2 references existing curbs/blocks "scheduled for removal" and drainage structures "scheduled for replacement". Please provide or confirm the removal/replacement schedule, and confirm the required disposition of:

(a) the heavy concrete barriers (C-104 shows "to be reinstalled" - confirm storage location and final positions); (b) the NE planters; (c) wheel stops; (d) existing trees and palms - which are to be removed vs. protected; (e) the existing channel/grate drainage features crossing the 151/668 corridor (C-101). We intend to submit a Contractor-prepared removals plan for COR approval prior to commencing removals - please confirm this is acceptable.

Answer: Refer to the attached “Reference Plan – Known Existing Utilities and Site Features” for additional reference to the best of our knowledge, regarding the approximate locations of existing concrete barriers, wheel stops, trees/landscaping, and other indicated existing site features. The plan is provided to give a clearer representation of the known existing site conditions and shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for field verification of existing conditions, features, quantities, and obstructions affecting the Work.

(a) Heavy concrete barriers: Remove, protect, temporarily store, and reinstall as shown on the Contract Drawings/Reference Plan or as directed by the COR. Temporary storage will be on a USG-owned lot identified after award, subject to COR coordination.

(b) NE planters: No separate existing planters are identified. If referring to the planting portions of the concrete barriers, they are part of the barriers addressed under Item (a), and no planting is required.

(c) Wheel stops: Remove, protect, temporarily store, and reinstall as required. Refer to the Reference Plan for additional information regarding their approximate existing locations.

(d) Trees/landscaping: No palm trees are identified within the project area.

Limited existing trees/vegetation may be present near the lot perimeter, as generally indicated on the Reference Plan. Existing trees/vegetation that do not interfere with the Work shall be protected or worked around, as appropriately based on site conditions and coordination with the COR. Any trees/vegetation obstructing the Work shall be removed by the Contractor as necessary to execute the Work. The Contractor shall field verify existing conditions prior to commencing the related work.

(e) C-101 features: The referenced features are existing wheel stops, not drainage channels/grates. They shall be removed, stored, and reinstalled as required.

A separate Government removal schedule will not be provided. A Contractor-prepared removals/disposition plan may be submitted for COR review and coordination prior to removal activities.

3. Marking details applicability (C-106): Sheet C-106 contains standard library details for rumble strips, raised pavement markers, no-passing and channelizing markings which do not appear on the C-105 layout. Please confirm these details are not applicable to this project.

Answer: Sheet C-105 defines the pavement markings and signage required for the project. Sheet C-106 shall be used as a reference for applicable marking dimensions and details where required.

4. Existing utilities: An electrical cabinet, TLP/ELP poles and existing manholes are shown on C-100 in proximity to the proposed stormwater trench alignment. Please confirm (a) whether existing utility drawings will be made available; (b) responsibility for any required relocation or protection of these services; and (c) whether any known underground utilities, obstructions, or previous site works exist within the project limits that are not shown on the Contract Drawings.

Answer: Refer to the attached “Reference Plan – Known Existing Utilities and Site Features” for additional reference regarding the approximate locations of known existing utilities and site features. To the best of our knowledge the existing underground utilities near the Embassy perimeter wall along the south area of Lot D include a Medium Voltage Feed, Telecom Feed, and Municipal Sanitary. The locations shown are approximate and are provided for reference only; the plan is not intended to represent a complete or exact utility survey.

The blue linear features shown within the parking area on C-100 are existing wheel stops, not utility trenches. The feature labeled “CABINET” is an existing water fountain and will be relocated prior to commencement of the Work.

(b) The Contractor shall verify and locate existing utilities/services prior to excavation and shall protect them during construction. Particular care shall be exercised when working near the Embassy perimeter wall, and excavation in this area shall be coordinated with the COR prior to proceeding. If an unknown utility or obstruction is encountered that conflicts with the Work, the Contractor shall immediately notify the COR and coordinate as required before proceeding.

(c) The utilities identified on the Reference Plan represent the known underground utilities in this area based on available information and to the best of our knowledge. The Contractor remains responsible for field verification, utility investigation, coordination, and protection in accordance with Sections B.3.2 – General Notes and B.3.8 – Existing Utilities and Unknown Conditions..

5. Manhole diameter: C-110 labels all storm manholes as 1,200 mm internal diameter, while the C-108 sizing table indicates 900 mm precast manholes for 300 mm pipe. We understand the drawings govern and will price 1,200 mm throughout - please confirm.

Answer: Confirmed. Please price based on a 1,200 mm internal diameter for all storm manholes.

6. Pipe encasement (C-109 Note 3): Our check of the C-110 structure data indicates catch basin CB-4's outlet has approximately 680 mm of cover over the pipe crown - below the 700 mm threshold - with CB-6 and CB-7 borderline. Please confirm reinforced concrete encasement per the C-109 detail is required on these laterals, or whether higher-class pipe is acceptable.

Answer: Concrete encasement is not required. The required 700 mm minimum cover over the pipe can be achieved through a minor adjustment to the proposed levels.

7. Schedule basis: SF-1442 and FAR 52.211-10 state completion within 70 WORKING days of NTP, while SOW Section B.15.1 states 70 CALENDAR days. Please confirm the 70-working-day basis governs, and advise on the treatment of Fridays and Saturdays, official holidays, and any restricted working hours within the Embassy compound.

Answer: The project duration is 70 calendar days from the NTP. The Contractor shall base the baseline schedule on normal approved working days and hours and shall not assume work on weekends, official holidays, or outside normal Embassy working hours. Such work may be considered when required by construction activities or under specific circumstances, subject to prior approval and coordination with the COR, at no additional cost to the U.S. Government.

8. Prime coat: Please confirm the prime coat material and application rate (SOW references MC-70 at 0.75-2.0 kg/m2) and whether tack coat is required on any existing asphalt tie-in edges.

Answer: Provide MC-70 prime coat conforming to AASHTO M82 at an application rate of 0.75–2.0 kg/m² over the prepared aggregate base, in accordance with the SOW. Tack coat shall be provided at existing asphalt tie-ins, where applicable, in accordance with applicable project/MPWH requirements.

9. Import fill and spoil: Given the fill-dominant grading design (C-102), please confirm any requirements regarding approved fill sources, and whether on-site disposal or reuse of surplus/unsuitable material is permitted at any designated location within the compound.

Answer: No specific fill source is designated by the Government. Fill material shall meet the SOW requirements and be approved prior to placement. Refer to SOW Sections B.5.3 and B.5.9 for requirements regarding reuse and disposal of excavated materials.

No disposal area is designated within the Embassy compound, and disposal on Embassy property is not permitted.

Disposed materials shall be disposed of only at locations approved by the local authorities.

10. Storm network interim condition (C-109 Note 7): We understand the completed network is to be handed over with temporary watertight seals at all inlets, manholes and the MH-6 future-connection stub until the municipal connection is executed by others. Please confirm no interim operation, maintenance or flushing of the sealed network is required of the Contractor during the 18-month warranty period beyond normal warranty obligations.

Answer: Confirmed. The completed stormwater network shall be cleaned, flushed, inspected, and handed over with the required temporary watertight seals in accordance with the Contract Documents.

No routine interim operation, maintenance, or periodic flushing is required during the 18-month warranty period. The Contractor remains responsible for the warranty obligations specified in the SOW. The future municipal connection at MH-6 is outside the scope of this Contract.

Other technical questions:

Further to our review of the solicitation package and in preparation of our quotation, we respectfully submit the following requests for clarification:

1. Performance period: calendar vs. working days. Section B.15.1 states that the work shall be completed within seventy (70) calendar days from receipt of the Notice to Proceed, while SF-1442 Item 11 and FAR 52.211-10 in Section E state seventy (70) working days.

Kindly confirm which provision governs, and whether the definition of working days accounts for Embassy holidays.

Answer: The project duration is 70 calendar days from the NTP. The Contractor shall base the baseline schedule on normal approved working days and hours and shall not assume work on weekends, official holidays, or outside normal Embassy working hours. Such work may be considered when required by construction activities or under specific circumstances, subject to prior approval and coordination with the COR, at no additional cost to the U.S.

Government.

2. Extent of the uPVC slotted drain system. Drawing C110 shows the uPVC slotted drainpipe with gravel trench along multiple alignments, with a portion beyond Match Line A annotated as outside the Contractor's scope (future expansion). Kindly confirm the in-scope extent of the slotted drain system, or advise the approximate total length included within the project limits, to ensure consistent pricing among offerors.

Answer: The in-scope extent of the uPVC slotted drain system is as indicated on Drawing C-110, up to the Contractor scope limit shown in red. The portion beyond this limit is future expansion and is not included in the Contractor’s scope. For pricing purposes, the in-scope slotted drain length may be considered approximately 6 m; the Contractor shall verify the final length from the Contract Drawings and field conditions.

3. Pavement structure over the full area. Kindly confirm that the full pavement structure per Fig. 2 (200 mm granular sub-base, 150 mm aggregate base, prime coat, 70 mm asphalt wearing course) applies uniformly over the entire paved area, including Municipality Road A and the connecting areas, and that no areas are designated for partial treatment or overlay only.

Answer: Confirmed. The full pavement structure specified in the SOW applies to all proposed paved areas within the project limits, including Municipality Road A and the connecting areas, as identified in the Contract Drawings and CAD drawings. No areas are designated for partial pavement treatment or asphalt overlay only.

4. Reuse of existing material. The existing surface consists of aged aggregate base course. Noting that B.5.3 excludes reuse of excavated material as sub-base or base course, kindly confirm whether existing material that is tested and approved may remain in place as part of the prepared subgrade, or be reused as general fill within the project, subject to COR approval.

Answer: Existing material may remain in place as part of the prepared subgrade, provided it is tested, meets the applicable subgrade requirements of the SOW, and is approved by the COR.

For reuse of excavated material, refer to SOW Section B.5.3.

5. Geotechnical information. Kindly advise whether any existing geotechnical investigation report or soil data for the project area is available to offerors for reference, noting that B.7.5.1 requires the Contractor to perform its own geotechnical verification after award.

Answer: No existing geotechnical investigation report or soil data will be provided. The Contractor shall perform the project-specific geotechnical investigation and verification in accordance with SOW Section B.7.5.

6. Occupancy of the parking area during construction. Kindly confirm whether Lot D will be vacated in full for the duration of the works, or whether portions must remain operational for Embassy staff parking, in which case we would appreciate any phasing requirements to be considered in the schedule and traffic control plan.

Answer: The Lot D project area will be vacated of Embassy staff vehicles during construction; therefore, phasing to maintain staff parking within the project area is not required.

The Contractor shall address construction traffic, access, temporary restrictions, disposal locations and required permits, and how adjacent roads and Embassy access will be maintained unobstructed through the required Temporary Traffic and Access Control Plan, in accordance with the SOW and in coordination with the

COR.

7. Contractor classification. With reference to Section B.1 and Section J, Sub-Section A.2, kindly confirm whether a contractor holding a valid MPWH/JCCA classification in infrastructure works (water and storm drainage networks), supported by demonstrated project experience and performing the asphalt paving trade through a classified and licensed paving subcontractor — while retaining full technical, operational, and contractual responsibility as Main

Contractor in accordance with Section B.2 — satisfies the qualification requirements of this solicitation.

Answer: The Main Contractor shall meet the applicable qualification, classification/licensing, and relevant experience requirements specified in SOW Sections B.1 and B.2 and Section J. Qualified subcontractors may be utilized for specialized portions of the Work, subject to the Contract requirements. Offerors should submit documentation demonstrating how they meet the solicitation requirements, which will be evaluated as part of the proposal evaluation process.

8. Magnitude of construction. Section J, Item D states an anticipated price range of USD 100,000–250,000. Given the full pavement structure over approximately 8,800 m² together with the complete stormwater collection system shown in the Contract Drawings, kindly confirm that the stated magnitude reflects the full scope of the current drawings, so that offerors may align their pricing expectations accordingly.

Answer: The stated magnitude of construction reflects the Government’s anticipated range considering the overall scope of the project. Offerors shall develop and submit their financial proposal based on the complete requirements of the solicitation, SOW, and Contract Drawings, including all costs necessary to complete the full scope of work.

9. Cold-weather asphalt placement. Based on the anticipated award timeline, asphalt paving operations are likely to fall within December– January, when ambient temperatures in Amman frequently drop below the levels needed to reliably satisfy the placement requirements of Section B.5.5.3 (minimum delivery temperature of 120°C, minimum mat temperature of 130°C at commencement of breakdown rolling, and completion of finish rolling above 90°C). We fully share the Government's objective of a durable, defect-free pavement, and note that placement in marginal weather would elevate the risk of compaction and density non-conformances and of premature defects during the eighteen (18) month warranty period. Kindly advise: (a) whether days on which weather conditions prevent compliant asphalt placement will be treated as excusable delay for the purposes of the completion period and FAR 52.211-12 (Liquidated Damages); and (b) whether the Government would consider sequencing the Notice to Proceed, or the paving milestone within the approved schedule, such that asphalt operations can be executed in suitable weather conditions.

We would welcome the Contracting Officer's guidance on how offerors should reflect this consideration in their proposed schedules.

Answer: The Contractor shall plan and execute the Work in full compliance with the SOW requirements, including all asphalt placement, temperature, compaction, and quality requirements. The proposed schedule shall be based on the required construction activities and the Contract performance period.

If actual weather conditions prevent the Work from being performed in compliance with the SOW requirements, the affected work shall be coordinated with the CO/COR and rescheduled as appropriate, in accordance with the applicable Contract provisions and with CO/COR approval.

10. Planting of Trees Please confirm whether the supply and planting of trees are included in the Contractor's scope of work. If included, Answer: The supply and planting of new trees are not included in the Contractor’s scope of work. Refer to Section B.11.1 – Planting Pits.

11. Connection to GAM Network Please confirm whether the Contractor is responsible for the connection of the proposed stormwater drainage system to the Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) network, including any required coordination, permits, approvals, fees, connection works, and reinstatement.

Answer: The Contractor is not responsible for the future off-site connection to the GAM stormwater network. The future connection stub at MH-6 shall be constructed and temporarily sealed as shown on the Contract Drawings. Refer to Section B.6.5.4 – Future Connection Stub and Drawing C-110.

12. Dust Control Please confirm whether the Contractor is responsible for providing and implementing all necessary dust-control measures during construction, including water spraying or other required dust-suppression measures.

Answer: Confirmed. The Contractor is responsible for implementing suitable dust-suppression measures throughout construction to minimize dust generation as much as practicable, in accordance with Section B.3.2 – General Notes and applicable safety/environmental requirements and COR instructions.

13. Existing Underground Utilities Please advise whether there are any known existing underground utilities or services within the project work area, including electrical cables, water lines, sewer/stormwater lines, communication cables, or other services. If available, kindly provide the relevant utility/as-built drawings.

Answer: To the best of our knowledge the existing underground utilities are present near the Embassy perimeter wall along the south area of Lot D, including Medium Voltage Feed, Municipal Sanitary, and Telecom Feed. Refer to the attached “Reference Plan – Known Existing Utilities and Site Features” for additional reference regarding their approximate locations. The information shown is for reference and is not intended to represent a complete or exact utility survey.

The Contractor shall field verify existing conditions and utility locations prior to excavation, exercise particular care when working near the Embassy perimeter wall, coordinate with the COR prior to excavation in this area, and protect existing utilities during construction. Other unknown utilities or obstructions may exist. Refer to Sections B.3.2 – General Notes and B.3.8 – Existing Utilities and Unknown Conditions

14. Concrete Barriers and Concrete Wheel Stops Please confirm whether the removal and reinstallation of the existing concrete barriers and concrete wheel stops are included in the Contractor's scope of work. Please also confirm whether the removed items may be temporarily stored within the project site and whether the Contractor shall supply new units if the existing quantities are insufficient to meet the new design requirements.

Answer: The removal, protection, temporary storage, and reinstallation of the existing concrete barriers and wheel stops are the Contractor’s responsibility. Refer to the attached “Reference Plan – Known Existing Utilities and Site Features” for additional reference regarding their approximate locations. The Contractor shall field verify the existing locations and quantities.

The Contractor may temporarily store these items on a USG-owned lot to be identified after award, subject to coordination and approval by the COR.

The Contractor is not required to supply additional units if existing quantities are insufficient. However, items damaged as a result of the Contractor's operations shall be repaired or replaced at no additional cost to the U.S. Government.

15. Asphalt Aggregate Type Please clarify whether the aggregate for the Asphalt Concrete Wearing Course shall be limestone or basalt, or whether either material may be used subject to compliance with the project specifications and approval of the Job Mix Formula (JMF).

Answer: Either crushed limestone or basalt aggregate may be proposed for the Asphalt Concrete Wearing Course, provided that the proposed aggregate complies with the applicable MPWH requirements for bituminous paving aggregates. The Contractor shall submit the proposed aggregate source, supporting test results, Asphalt Concrete Wearing Course mix design, and Job Mix Formula (JMF) for COR approval prior to paving, in accordance with Section B.5.5.2 – Asphalt Mix Design Requirements. The proposed aggregate shall meet all applicable MPWH requirements for bituminous paving aggregates, including grading, abrasion, soundness, fractured faces, flakiness and elongation, stripping resistance, sand equivalent, and other applicable material requirements.

16. Geotechnical Verification and Subgrade Corrective Works – Section B.7.5.1, Page 32 Reference is made to Section B.7.5.1, Page 32, regarding geotechnical verification and the required subgrade conditions. Kindly confirm whether the Contractor shall bear the full cost of excavation, removal of unsuitable material, and importing and placing new suitable material as necessary to satisfy the specified testing requirements, without any additional cost or claim to the U.S. Government.

Answer: Confirmed. Refer to Sections B.7.5.1 – Geotechnical Investigation and Pavement Design Verification, B.5.3 – Excavation Requirements, and B.5.4 – Subgrade Preparation.

17. Can Lot 151 be used for parking/storing construction equipment and machinery (such as excavators) and placing the project site caravan? If not, will the Embassy provide an alternative area for this purpose, or will it be the contractor’s responsibility to identify and secure a suitable location?

Answer: Lot 151 is excluded from the Lot D project limits and shall not be used for parking or storage of construction equipment, machinery, materials, or the project site caravan.

A suitable location on a USG-owned lot will be identified and coordinated with the Contractor after contract award.

18. Please issue a demolition plan/schedule identifying existing asphalt, paving, base/subbase thicknesses, concrete and disposal/salvage requirements.

Answer: No separate demolition plan or demolition schedule will be issued. Refer to Section B.5.2 – Removal of Existing Materials and Obstructions and Drawings C-100/C-104. The Contractor shall verify existing conditions and quantities and shall remove existing materials and obstructions as necessary to execute the Work.

Proposed pavement layer thicknesses are specified in Section B.5.5 – Pavement Structure and Drawing C-104. Existing pavement/base thicknesses, where encountered, shall be field verified by the Contractor. Disposal shall be in accordance with Section B.5.3 – Excavation Requirements and B.5.9 – Disposal of Excess Materials.

19. Please provide an itemized count and disposition schedule for all barriers, wheel stops, signs, trees/landscaping and other site furniture affected by the works.

Answer: No separate Government-furnished itemized inventory will be issued.

Refer to the attached “Reference Plan – Known Existing Utilities and Site Features” for additional reference regarding the approximate locations of existing concrete barriers, wheel stops, trees/landscaping, and other indicated site features.

The Reference Plan is provided to give additional information regarding known existing site conditions to the best of our knowledge and does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for field verification of existing site features, conditions, quantities, and obstructions affecting the Work. The Contractor shall coordinate required removal, protection, storage, and reinstallation with the COR.

Refer to Section B.5.2 – Removal of Existing Materials and Obstructions and B.11.2 – Site Restoration.

20. Please provide the original survey points, breaklines, existing and proposed digital surface models, coordinate system and benchmark information used for design.

Answer: The Contract Drawings provide the design information available for construction and for the Contractor's reference. No additional digital surface model, breaklines, or electronic survey model will be provided. The Contractor shall perform the required survey verification and construction layout in accordance with Section B.4 – Land Surveying Scope and Drawings C-101 through C-103. Any discrepancy shall be reported to the COR before construction.

21. Please provide the geotechnical report and confirm stripping depth, proof-rolling criteria, CBR/compaction requirements, shrink/swell factors and whether excavated materials may be reused as fill.

Answer: No Government-furnished geotechnical report is available. The Contractor shall perform the project-specific geotechnical investigation required by Section B.7.5.1 – Geotechnical Investigation and Pavement Design Verification.

Also refer to B.5.3 – Excavation Requirements, B.5.4 – Subgrade Preparation, B.5.5 – Pavement Structure, and B.5.10 – Proof Rolling and Subgrade Acceptance.

No predetermined shrink/swell factor is provided.

22. Please issue the complete curb bed and backing concrete cross-section, concrete grade, reinforcement (if any), mortar requirements and dimensions for every curb type

Answer: Refer to Drawing C-111, Section B.8.2 – Concrete Materials, and B.8.3 – Curbstones for the curbstone and associated concrete requirements.

23. Please confirm the pipe material for the storm water, class, joint type, nominal/internal diameter basis, approved outside diameter and manufacturer requirements for each reach.

Answer: The proposed stormwater pipes are 300 mm nominal/internal diameter Reinforced Concrete Pipes (RCP), ASTM C76 Class III or approved equivalent, with rubber-gasketed joints. Outside diameter, wall thickness, and manufacturer requirements shall comply with the approved manufacturer's standard for the selected Class III RCP. Refer to Section B.6.5.1 – Reinforced Concrete Storm Drainage Pipes, section B.6.5.6 - Slotted Drain with Gravel Trench, and Drawings C-109/C-110. The separate slotted drain shown on C-109/C-110 is Ø600 mm uPVC.

24. Please confirm the MH-7 benching/drop arrangement and the governing incoming-pipe, base and slotted-drain invert levels.

Answer: A drop manhole arrangement at MH-7 is not required where the drop height is 600 mm or less. Benching shall be Class I concrete in accordance with Drawing C-108. The in-scope slotted drain provision shown on C-110 includes approximately 6 m of Ø600 mm uPVC slotted drain up to the Contractor scope limit indicated on C-110, where it shall be capped, or as directed by the COR. The Contractor shall verify all invert levels against the Contract Drawings and site survey and submit shop drawings showing the final arrangement, including benching, for COR review prior to the related installation.

25. Please confirm the required internal diameter and structural type for MH-1 through MH-7 and issue the applicable reinforcement/cover schedule.

Answer: The minimum internal diameter for MH-1 through MH-7 shall be 1,200

mm. The standard manhole arrangement shall be Type A for the applicable pipe configuration, with Type B/C arrangements used where branch connections require them, as detailed on Drawing C-108. Manhole structural components, reinforcement, and covers shall comply with the typical details shown on C-108/C-

109. Heavy-duty covers shall be provided in asphalted/traffic areas.

26. Please confirm the final discharge point, the scope of FC-1/future GAM connection, all authority approvals/fees and which party constructs the off-site or future works.

Answer: MH-6 shall serve as the designated connection point for the future GAM stormwater network. The future connection stub at MH-6 shall be temporarily sealed with an end cap. The current drainage arrangement continues from MH-6 through MH-7 to the slotted drainage system shown on C-110, extending approximately 6 m up to the Contractor scope limit indicated by the red line and capped at the end, or as directed by the COR. All works and requirements associated with the future connection to the GAM stormwater network beyond the project scope limit are outside the Contractor’s scope.

27. Please confirm the applicable standards, test frequencies, laboratory responsibility and acceptance criteria for subgrade, granular layers, asphalt, concrete, pipes and completed drainage.

Answer: Refer to Section B.5 – Site Grading, Earthworks, and Pavement Construction, B.6 – Stormwater Collection and Drainage System, and B.7 – Testing, Quality Control, and Material Acceptance, including Section B.7.13 – Minimum Testing Frequencies.

28. Please confirm whether the contractual completion period is seventy (70) calendar days or seventy (70) working days after the Notice to Proceed and identify the provision that will govern in the event of conflict as SF 1442 states 70 working days.

Answer: The Contract duration is seventy (70) calendar days from receipt of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

29. Please identify all permits, third-party approvals, utility clearances, escort charges, badging charges and Government/Embassy fees payable by the Contractor, and confirm which are reimbursable, exempt or included in the firm-fixed price.

Answer: Permits required for the Contractor’s work shall be obtained as applicable, including safety permits in accordance with the SOW and applicable safety requirements. Local permits/approvals required for the Contractor’s operations, including but not limited to disposal of construction debris at officially approved disposal locations, shall be the Contractor’s responsibility. There are no Government/Embassy charges or fees for escorting or badging required for access to the Embassy compound, if applicable.

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Concrete barriers to be removed, stored and reinstalled

Wheel Stops to removed, stored and reinstalled

UNDERGROUND UTILITIES

(SEE LEGEND)

** Known underground utilities shown are approximate and for reference only. The contractor shall field verify utility locations prior to excavation, exercise due care, protect existing utilities, and coordinate with the COR prior to excavation near the embassy perimeter wall.

** Drawing is Not to Scale

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AutoCAD SHX Text *Known underground utilities that the contractor shall take into consideration while excavating