QA_11-04-2024.pdf
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- 69056724B000016
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This document is a series of questions and answers related to a federal contract opportunity for the MT FLAP BOR 2980(1) Sun River Bridge Replacement project. The work involves constructing a new 462-foot long precast-post-tensioned girder bridge with a precast concrete deck and approaches, located approximately 50 miles northwest of Augusta, Montana. The procurement is being conducted under the FP-14 standard specifications, with a tentative completion date in Fall 2026. The estimated price range is between $10-$20 million. The questions cover technical details such as the use of cast-in-place concrete for the bridge deck, geotechnical information, temporary work bridges, access roads, and payment items. The responses provide clarification on the solicitation requirements and procedures. Overall, the document addresses technical and logistical aspects of the project to assist prospective bidders.
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MT FLAP BOR 2980(1)
Sun River Bridge Replacement
# General Technical Question Answer Date
1 X
I see the preliminary plans have been posted and have reviewed them.
Would cast in place bridge deck be acceptable in lieu of the prestressed deck panels in the plans?
The preliminary documents posted on sam.gov have been posted to aid prospective bidders in identifying the location and type of work for this project. Please monitor the SAM site for the actual date of solicitation release
(https://sam.gov/), and the duration of the advertisement period; and submit your questions during the advertisement period for the project. To receive automatic notification through SAM, you must login and select “Follow” feature and follow the steps as indicated.
8/15/2024
2 X
I’m having a hard time finding the construction specifications. Can you point me to the right direction for sun river road replacement.
Please see page A-1 Notice to bidders of the IFB. You will find a link to the FP-14. see below:
THIS PROJECT IS BEING SOLICITED AND AWARDED UNDER FP-14.
The FP-14 is FLH’s Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects. To view the FP-14 electronically go to: https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/specs.
10/18/2024
3 X
Is there a Geotech report for this project? Yes, go to https://sam.gov/opp/44a9c9db98dc4caabf4f6507242c87d3/view
SAM: Update 10/18/2024: Due to technical error, some physical data files did not upload when the solicitation was initially posted. The remaining physical data files are available under Physical Data_2.zip.
10/18/2024
4 X
I had a question regarding project MT FLAP BOR 2980(1). Attached is a kml file of the corner turn of the roadway to the existing bridge that’s outside the construction limits. Would we be able to disturb an area and add gravel for a turn-around for semi-trucks beginning at option X? The turn currently is too tight for equipment to turn around.
This will be addressed under Amendment A002
10/18/2024
5 X SCR 104.03(s) states “Optional cast-in-place concrete deck plan details and design calculations”.
Will there be a bid item added for this option?
Bid as shown. No bid item will be added for this options. If a Cast-in-Place deck alternative is proposed this would be evalutated under FP-14 SubSection 103.03 10/22/2024
6 X
Given the logistical complexity and remote location of the project, we respectfully request a one-month extension to the bid.
The Government will not be extending the Bid Opening date.
10/22/2024
7 X
The solicitation number on most of the project documents is 69056724B000016; however, the SF
1442 shows the solicitation number as 69056724B000014.
this will be addressed under Amendment A004
10/24/2024
8 X
On sheet F.2 a temporary bridge area is shown. For the temporary work bridge is there a minimum span length and vertical clearance above OHW that needs to be met?
No there is not, but there is a specified timeframe the river can be closed to recreational traffic see subsection 156.04
Accommodating Traffic During Work of the SCR’s. Outside of this window, raft and drift boat requirements for navigation have not been assessed. Please bid according to the solicitation documents
10/31/2024
9 X
On sheet F.2 a temporary bridge area is shown. Can the work bridge remain in place during the winter shut down period if minimum span and height requirements are met?
See Subsection 107.10(e)(1) of the SCR’s. Please bid according to the solicitation documents.
10/31/2024
Will the contractor be responsible for dust control on access road from Choteau or Augusta during construction?
See FP-14 Section 158 Watering for dust control, Subsection 158.03(b) other dust control.
10/31/2024
11 X
I was instructed by Lisa Scheirer - Realty Specialist with the Bureau of Land Management to follow up with this email address on my question regarding access to the Sun River Bridge Replacement
Project. My question is as follows:
Attached is a map depicting our preliminary plan for accessing the work for the Sun River Bridge
Replacement MT FLAP BOR 2980(1) Project. The Notice to Proceed for the Project is 1-23-25 and work for the access road would commence after all environmental permit authorizations were obtained (anticipated to be around 3-15-25). Work would conclude with the cleanup and reclamation of all disturbed areas associated with construction on 10-31-26.
I’m interested in understanding the process (i.e., time and effort) associated with utilizing the areas of BLM outside the construction limits, defined by the bid documents, to the approximate limits need to construction the access shown in the schematic attached so we can prepare an appropriate bid by 11-12-24. Please provide any information you see relevant to the temporary use and reclamation of the adjacent BLM property.
Additional access points outside the construction limits require:
1. Submission under Subsection 103.03 Value Engineering of the FP-14
2.Comprehensive regulatory updates, including:
a. Amended resource reports(BA, BE, Wetlands)
b. 106 pedestrian archaeological scans, with amended report
c. Tribal consultation
d. Revised environmental assessment (EA)
e. Updated 404/401/318 permits
f. Securing additional temporary right-of-way (R/W) from Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
Estimated Timeline: 3-6 months, contingent on ground accessibility for critical resource report updates.
10/31/2024
12 X
Note 1 on drawing RG3296-E calls for abutment piles installed per Section 551. FP-14 section 551
– Driven Piles, references section 725.13 for Grout. That section is for neat cement grout applications. Since the abutment HP piles are to be pre-bored with 2-ft shafts, please confirm that concrete for drilled shafts per section 565.08 can be used in the pre-bored abutment shaft holes.
Concrete for drilled shafts is acceptable for placement in pre-bored pile holes in lieu of grout (725.13(a)(2)).
10/31/2024
13 X What pay item will the drilled shaft concrete be paid under? Bid Item 56501-0000, Drilled Shaft (120-inch Diameter), 53 lnft.
10/31/2024
14 X Just to confirm, the drilled shaft concrete will be paid under this bid item, not 55201-0200
Structural Concrete, Class A. Is that correct?
Yes, the drilled shaft item is for all work under 565. See Measurement clause in 565.11 11/1/2024
15 X Can a permanent casing shoring be left in place from existing grade to 2-feet below the shaft construction joint?
Yes for the Drilled Shafts are piers 2 and 3, but no to the abutment piles.
11/1/2024
16 X
Sheet A-1 of the IFB document states this contract will be solicited and awarded under FP-14.
Item No. A0620 Pay Item No. 57502-0000 for Temporary Bridge 1 LS references Standard
Specification 575, but no Section 575 exists for FP-14 found at this website
(https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/specs/fp-14 ) and no Section 575 exists in the Special
Contract Requirements (SCR) Table of Contents. Will the government please provide a specification or direct contractors where the appropriate referenced standard specification can be found/downloaded for this Item?
will be addressed under Amendment A005
11/1/2024
17 X Would FHWA consider expanding the construction limits downstream of the new structure? The Government will not be evaluating proposed design changes before contract award. Please submit bids according to the solicitation documents.
11/4/2024
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