40622 - Addendum 1.pdf

DATE: November 15, 2024

TO: Interested Firms

FROM: Breanna Pierce, Procurement Specialist

SUBJECT: Addendum 1 to Invitation for Bid 40622 – Burrell Dam Manatee Screens Fabrication and Installation

As a result of questions received from potential respondents during the non-mandatory pre-bid meeting, please be advised of the following changes to the subject Invitation for Bid:

1. The time and date for the submittal of responses remains the same: 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21,

2. Question: Is herbicide required for this project?

No, herbicide is not required for this project, omit paragraph 8. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, section c.

3. Question: If the screens are only 10 feet tall and the water is much deeper. What keeps the manatees from going over the screens?

The water level would need to be excessively high for this to occur.

4. Question: Where are the bulkheads located? Will the District be transporting the bulkheads to the pro-ject site or will that be a requirement for the contractor?

This project will not involve dewatering or use of the bulkheads.

5. Question: Can you do the work from the water side with a crane?

Yes, work can be down on the water side and there should not be an issue. The piling cannot be removed but the buoy can be unhooked and removed for access.

6. Question: Will the District be responsible to closing the gates during installation?

Yes, the District will be responsible for closing the gates for installation.

7. Question: Will the project take place during manatee migration season?

Manatees do not utilize this structure for migration.

8. Question: Will the District be responsible for closing the gates during installation?

During the duration of the project the District can close the gates.

9. Question: Was the last inspection during the rehab10 plus years ago were there any measurements taken?

The District took measurements using a tape measure from the surface through the grates of the structure but did not get into the water to inspect for changes below the water surface.

10. Question: Will this project be considered a Publics Works Project in terms of the steel code?

Yes, attached is the revised Cost Schedule with AIS Requirement language. This is also in the SAMPLE AGREEMENT, section 32. IRON AND STEEL FOR PUBLIC WORKS.

11. Question: Do you have the existing screens or a template?

This project will create the first screens ever existed at this site.

12. Question: Do you know the water depth at the opening of the gates?

The water depth can be up to 3.3 ft at the front gates and up to 7.3 ft at the side gates.

13. Question: Can a boom truck gain access to the project site through the side gate?

Yes, equipment can come through the side gate just be mindful of overhead power lines.

14. Question: The Statement of Work calls for galvanized can aluminum be used?

No, aluminum cannot be used on this project.

15. Question: Spalling is notices on some of the post, is there any spalling below the water surface? Will a dive be required?

The condition below the water line is not known. Any spalling of the concrete will be addressed at a fu-ture date and is not part of this project. Yes, a dive will be needed to ensure the screens are seated properly

16. Question: Do you want certified commercial divers or someone with scuba experience?

All dive operations shall meet the requirements and qualifications of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart T Commercial Dive Operations.

17. Question: Will an alligator trapper request be submitted through the District? If we need one request it from the PM or include it in the pricing?

It is the contractor’s responsibility to procure alligator trapping services, if required.

18. Question: What is the completion date?

The Completion Date is March 31, 2025 as state in the ATTACHMENT A – STATEMENT OF WORK, section V. TIME FRAMES AND DELIVERABLES.

NOTE: Please acknowledge receipt of this Addendum in your submittal.

If you have any questions regarding this addendum, contact Breanna Pierce at (386) 643-1168 or via email at bpierce@sjrwmd.com.

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Include this form in the response

Bid to be opened at 2:00 p.m., November 21, 2024.

To: ST. JOHNS RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT

In accordance with the advertisement requesting Bids for Burrell Dam Manatee Screens Fabrication and Installation, subject to the terms and conditions of the Agreement, the undersigned proposed to perform the Work for the costs contained in the following (fill in all blanks). The Agreement will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible Respondent for the Estimated Total Cost (also known as the “Total Bid Cost”).

Respondents are reminded to refer to “PREPARATION AND ORGANIZATION OF BID DOCUMENTS” for information to be included with the bid package.

Tasks - Work Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Price Per Screen Cost Total Cost

Fabrication of six (6) manatee screens 6 Installation of six (6) manatee screens 6

TOTAL COST $

AIS Requirement. If the solicitation concerns a public works project or involves the procurement of materials for use in a public works project as defined in Sec. 255.0993, Fla. Stat., the Respondent hereby acknowledges that it is obligated to comply with the American Iron and Steel Requirement (the “AIS Requirement”) set forth therein and Respondent hereby certifies that any iron or steel product contained in this Cost Schedule that is to be permanently incorporated into the subject project will be produced in the United States in accordance with the AIS Requirement. Respondent agrees that it shall be responsible for any penalty imposed as a result of Respondent’s failure to comply with the AIS Requirement. In addition, Respondent has included any costs associated with AIS requirements into this cost schedule.

No Coercion for Labor or Services. The Respondent, a nongovernmental entity seeking to enter into a contract with the District, declares that it does not use coercion for labor or services as prohibited under Sec. 787.06, Fla. Stat.

VERIFICATION

UNDER PENALTIES OF PERJURY, I HEREBY DECLARE, as Respondent’s authorized officer or representative, that I have fully read the Respondent’s Bid, of which this Cost Schedule is a part, all facts stated in the Bid are true, I understand all terms and conditions as set forth therein , and upon award of such Bid, Respondent shall fully comply with such terms and conditions.

I HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE, as Respondent’s authorized representative, that I have fully read and understand all terms and conditions as set forth in this bid and upon award of such bid, shall fully comply with such terms and conditions.

Respondent (firm name)

Address E-mail address Telephone number

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