QA_04-02-2020.pdf

AZ NPS PP GRCA 2019(2)

Pavement Preservation Grand Canyon

# General Technical Question Answer Date

1 X

I noticed this solicitation indicated that it is being solicited under MATOC. Just confirming, since it doesn’t specifically state it… Does that mean that only contractors with a current, active MATOC contract may submit a proposal for this solicitation?

See Notice to Bidders, this solicitation may only be bid on by MATOC contract holders.

3/27/2020

2 X Are there snow poles located within the project work area?

The Park does have snow poles along some routes so we encourage you to conduct site visits where possible.

Some areas may not be currently accessible; which we tried to address when we did a Presolicitation of this Project.

3/27/2020

3 X

Are the limited work hours identified in Subsection 108 for all activities of the entire project (including parking lot striping prior to opening to traffic) or is the intent of this subsection for mainline operations only?

Yes. Specific work hour limitations are shown in Subsection 108.01, and this Subsection also says to limit work according to Section 156 which also has specific work hour limitations.

3/27/2020

4 X Does this solicitation include the Clause for HUBZone Price Evaluation Factor?

The price evaluation factor isn’t included in MATOC solicitations as MATOC is fair opportunity where the price evaluation applies to full and open competition.

3/31/2020

5 X

Can you clarify whether the restrictions on section 108 (page E23 and E‐24) para. (j) and (k) pertain to microsurfacing and chip seal only or to all work including crack sealing, crack filling, patch paving and concrete repairs?

The restrictions shown in Subsections 108.01(j) and (k) pertains to all work for the applicable routes identified.

3/31/2020

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6 X

Does the Park have a way to identify the snow pole locations (map, GPS coordinates, etc) or will it be the Contractor's responsibility to identify the locations on the project?

No. We encourage you to conduct site visits where possible to identify snow pole locations. Some areas may not be currently accessible; which we tried to address when we did a Presolicitation of this Project.

4/2/2020

7 X Are tabs acceptable for temporary striping to open a parking lot to public access?

In accordance with Subsection 635.13 and 635.13A, Vehicle Positioning Guides may be substituted for temporary pavement markings.

4/2/2020

8 X

To clarify Routes 0262, 0204, 0923, 0988 allow for 24‐hour closures. Can the Contractor work outside of the 7am‐6pm work hours and/or perform night work within the 24‐hour closure?

In accordance with Subsection 108.01(e), coordinate and obtain approval from the CO before performing work outside of the specified work window.

4/2/2020