Omitted Technical Questions Responses - AM Lake EHRM 4-19-26.pdf

36C77626B0013 EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades – American Lake VAMC

Omitted Technical Questions and VA Response Tracking Sheet

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1. 3-19-26 4-19-26 Incorporation of Responses into Contract Documents -

Please clarify whether responses to bidder questions will be considered formally incorporated into the Contract

Documents, or if the Government intends to issue revised specifications and/or drawings via amendment to reflect such responses.

Yes, responses to bidder questions will be incorporated into any subsequent contractual award. Any and all updated specification sections or drawings that have been posted with any amendments will also be incorporated into any subsequent contractual award.

2. 3-19-26 4-19-26 On sheet CU301, the legend calls out demolition of

“travelway pavement.” Along Veterans Dr SW, areas are shown for demo and replacement on the American Lake project.

Pavement Section Clarification - To ensure accurate pricing and appropriate restoration methods, please confirm the existing travelway pavement section at each anticipated work location (e.g., concrete pavement, asphalt pavement, or other materials).

At each anticipated work location, provide appropriate pavement and materials in accordance with applicable codes.

3. 3-19-26 4-19-26 On sheet CU301, the legend calls out demolition of

“travelway pavement.” Along Veterans Dr SW, areas are

Concrete Pavement Restoration Requirements - In areas where concrete pavement is present, please clarify whether full panel removal and replacement will be required, or if sawcutting and localized patching will be acceptable for restoration associated with the work.

Do full panel and ensure esthetics are aligned with the remaining pavement. Ensure full compliance with applicable codes.

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4. 3-19-26 4-19-26 On sheet CU301, the legend calls out demolition of

“travelway pavement.” Along Veterans Dr SW, areas are

Limits of Pavement Restoration - To properly define scope and avoid inconsistencies in bid assumptions, please confirm the required limits of pavement restoration at all crossing locations. This would be in area where ADA Ramps are required or ADA regulations will require specific sloping.

Restoration must be in accordance with ADA requirements.

5. 3-19-26 4-19-26 On sheet CU301, the legend calls out demolition of

“travelway pavement.” Along Veterans Dr SW, areas are

Definition of “Travelway” - For clarity in scope interpretation, please provide a definition of “travelway” as used in the contract documents. Specifically, does this term apply only to roadway sections, or does it also include parking lots and other paved areas within the project limits?

Travel way includes all areas within the project boundaries.

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6. 3-19-26 4-19-26 On sheet CU301, the legend calls out demolition of

“travelway pavement.” Along Veterans Dr SW, areas are

Excavation Method Requirements (Hydro Excavation) -

Based on prior communication infrastructure work at this facility, a significant number of undocumented utilities have been encountered in addition to the fact that we adding to existing ductbanks, often necessitating hydro excavation to prevent damage. To ensure safe execution and consistent bidding, please confirm whether hydro excavation will be required for ductbank excavation throughout the project.

The best excavation method should use hydro vac to prevent damage to other utilities.

7. 3-19-26 4-19-26 On sheet CU301, the legend calls out demolition of

“travelway pavement.” Along Veterans Dr SW, areas are

ADA Compliance - Is it the responsibility of the contractor to ensure any areas are upgraded to meet ADA compliance or is all restoration to be replaced inkind?

Yes, ensure ADA compliance.