QA_03-23-2021.pdf
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- 69056720B000031
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This document contains questions and answers related to a federal solicitation for road repair and resurfacing work along Camas Road in Glacier National Park, Montana. The solicitation number is 69056720B000031 and involves asphalt paving, sub-excavation, slide repair, turnout rehabilitation, drainage structures, curb, gutter, sidewalks, and signage/striping. Several questions were asked and answered by the contracting officer to clarify project requirements and specifications around subgrade preparation, curb dimensions, bid submittal processes, pavement types and smoothness standards, measurement and payment terms, and other details. Amendments will address outstanding issues raised regarding plan details, bid items, and clauses. The work must be completed in accordance with the solicitation and Federal-Aid Highway Program specifications.
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MT NPS GLAC 11(3)
Camas Road Slumps and Resurface Remaining 4 Miles
# General Technical Question Answer Date
1 X
The posting on beta.sam.gov for the above referenced project lists the date as March 24, 2021 at 2:00PM PDT; however, the Solicitation (form 1442) section 13 lists the date as March 23, 2021 at 2:00PM. Please clarify which date is correct.
Submit bids according to the solicitation documents.
3/10/2021
2 X Is there a special spec section for gradation or other factors in regard to the special rock embankment in the slump area?
See gradation requirements under FP‐14 Subsection 705.04.
3/12/2021
3 X
Hello, we cant seem to find the engineers estimate so we can do bonding for this job. Can you tell me the amount or the page number on the IFB for the amount?
The Engineer’s Estimate is not disclosed prior to bidding. See Page A‐6 where the estimated price range for this project is shown, and see FAR Clause 52.228‐1 Bid guarantee for bid bond requirements.
3/12/2021
4 X Do bid bonds have to be sent in person or can we do it electronically?
Bid bonds cannot be sent electronically.
See first page of the solicitation and the bid submittal checklist.
3/12/2021
5 X
Can you confirm the table 705‐4 in the special contract requirements on page G‐2 is the material to be used for the bid item for special rock embankment?
The requirements on Page G‐2 are for Filter Rock. See FP‐14 Subsection 705.04 for Special Rock Embankment requirements.
3/15/2021
6 X What grading classification is to be used for materials for roadway aggregate method 2
See FP‐14 Subsection 703.06. 3/15/2021
Check General or Technical
7 X
RE: Plan Sheet F.10. Accessibility Ramp Details shows a 15‐inch curb along the front face of the sidewalk while Section A‐A shows a 9‐inch curb.
No bid item for a 9‐inch curb. Please clarify.
This will be addressed under Amendment A001.
3/16/2021
8 X
RE: Plan Sheet F.11. Kiosk Accessibility Ramp Details shows a 15‐inch curb along the front face of the ramp and assumed around the entire Kiosk Island. Kiosk Foundation Details shows a standard curb and gutter detail for which there is no bid item. Please clarify. There are no details for the Kiosk Foundation as to slab thickness or dimensions.
This will be addressed under Amendment A001.
3/16/2021
9 X RE: Bid Item 61904‐0000 Bollard Posts. There are no details for this item.
This will be addressed under Amendment A001.
3/16/2021
10 X Can you clarify where the Filter rock on page G‐ 2 is to be used?
See SCR Subsection 157.02 and Plan Sheet J.5.
3/17/2021
11 X
Sheet D.14 show a type 2 subexcavation at station 156+05 ‐ 157+65. Sheet D.15 shows a type 1 subexcavation at the same stationing.
Could you please clarify which subexcavation type it is?
This will be addressed under Amendment A002.
3/17/2021
12 X
I received the quote from the utility company which states they need the trench on the telephone line to be a minimum of 6' below asphalt grade and the plan sheet F.12 it says 3'.
Can you please clarify which it will be?
This will be addressed under Amendment A002.
3/17/2021
13 X
I just wanted to verify that on FORM 1442 Box 12 that NO performance bond or payment bonds are required and that in box 13.b that NO offer guarantee in the form of a bid bond is required?
This will be addressed under Amendment A003.
3/18/2021
14 X
Could you clarify clause 52.219‐14 for this specific project? What percentage of work is the Prime Contractor to complete with their forces? C1 states 50%, C3 states 15% and C4 states 25%.
15% according to 52.219‐14(c)(3). 3/19/2021
15 X
The specs list three ways to introduce lime to the asphalt mix. None of these methods are typically used in the area. Would the government be willing to accept the methods currently employed in the area and that correspond to the Montana Transportation Department standard specifications?
We do not intend to change the requirements of Section 401. Please bid accordingly.
After further consideration of your question, our response is: "We do not intend to change the requirements of Section 401. Please bid accordingly."
3/22/2021 3/23/2021
16 X
Could you please clarify where Bid item A0540 40303‐0100 Asphalt Concrete Pavement, Type 1, Wedge and Leveling Course, is to be used within the plans? Sheet B.1 states it is in Section D, but we are having trouble identifying it.
See Plan Sheet C.1. 3/23/2021
17 X
I am also getting questions on the smoothness type for the bid item A0460 40101‐5600, could you also clarify which smoothness spec it will need to be?
Pavement smoothness is specified in the callouts on the various Section Details throughout the plans. Also see third paragraph under SCR 401.01.
3/23/2021
18 X
On sheet D.2 the typical for the sub‐excavation and deep patch profile show that the limits of the sub‐excavation stop before the 1:5 transition slope. Does that mean the pay for measurement also ends for the sub‐excavation prior to the 1:5 transition slope and is all the fabric and materials that get put back in the 1:5 transition incidental to the sub‐excavation?
Submit bids for the quantities shown in the bid schedule.
3/23/2021
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