2027-007 Addendum No. 1.pdf

ROANOKE COUNTY

Purchasing Division

5204 Bernard Drive, Suite 300-F, P.O. Box 29800

Roanoke, Virginia 24018-0798

TEL: (540) 772-2061 FAX: (540) 772-2074

July 16, 2026

ADDENDUM NO. 1 TO ALL BIDDERS/OFFERRORS:

Reference – IFB 2027-007

Description: Fence T&M

Issue Date: July 8, 2026 Bids/Proposals Due: July 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM

The above Project is hereby changed as addressed below:

1. Responses to Questions Submitted: the following are inquiries submitted by prospective bidders, and the responses provided by the County as we are able.

2. Changes to Project Specifications: the following changes are hereby made to the scope and specifications of this project. Where there is conflict between the original project documentation and this Addendum, this Addendum shall govern.

Note: A signed acknowledgment of this addendum must be received at the location indicated on the original solicitation either prior to the due date or attached to your submission. Signature on this addendum does not substitute for your signature on the original proposal/bid document. The original proposal/bid document must be signed.

Bidders/Offerors who responded via eVA to a previous round, must respond again to the new amended round.

Thank you, Dawn M. Rago, Senior Buyer Phone: (540) 283-8150 drago@roanokecountyva.gov

Sign Name: Print Name:

Name of Firm: Date:

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IFB 2027-007

Fencing T&M

Answers to Questions

1. Q - What were last year’s fencing project dollars?

Answer - A little over $100,000 for the year. The contract is utilized and available to all departments of the County.

2. Q - Can I see a copy of the last fencing project?

Answer – Copy of plans attached. This is not normal it is the exception. Most work in as stated below.

3. Q - How many projects did you do?

Answer- Most of our work is maintenance, replacements, or upgrades. Very few “large projects”. Approximately 15 calls for various levels of service last year.

4. Q - What is the typical turnaround time required from a new project proposal to job start?

Answer - Within 3 weeks.

5. Q - How would we handle any work that we are inexperienced in: i.e. electric powered gates with operators- or is that outside of the scope?

Answer - Parks Recreation & Tourism is seeking qualified fencing contractors for all of our fencing needs.

Changes in Scope of Work

Qualified responsive contractors shall:

• Hold the required business licenses to perform commercial fencing work.

• Possess a Class A contractor's license for fence installation or general construction.

• Provide general liability insurance and workers' compensation insurance to meet County of Roanoke requirements.

• Has minimum 5 years’ experience installing commercial fencing systems including but not limited to chain-link, ornamental steel, aluminum, vinyl, wood, security fencing, and access control gates.

• Has minimum 5 years’ experience in design, fabrication, and installation of commercial fencing systems within Parks and Recreation properties including but not limited to handrails, parking lot fencing, ballfield fencing, backstops (greater than 25’), custom gates, cantilever roll gates, playground safety fencing, and sports court fencing.

• Understands local building codes, zoning requirements, ADA considerations (when applicable), recreational safety requirements, and permitting processes.

• Can read site plans, perform accurate measurements, assess soil conditions, provide estimates and design recommendations as necessary.

• Uses industry-standard materials and installation methods and provides warranties on labor and materials when appropriate.

• If required, can provide minimum of three municipal or commercial references for demonstrated work completed within the last 10 years with a history of satisfactory performance.

• May hold manufacturer certifications for specific fencing products or certifications in welding, access control systems, or security fencing.