Questions and Answers 11 02 2026 ND NP THRO 202(1) Buck Hill Road.pdf

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ND NP THRO 204(1) Buck Hill Road

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Received September 21, 2026 1Q. In response to the Buck Hill Road landslide stabilization scope that is currently in pre-solicitation, would the Owner be interested in a value engineered solution alternative to stabilize the landslide? The current description details a large excavate/replace operation, and we could likely minimize disturbance in the National Park with a soil nail stabilization option.

Please let me know if we can discuss.

1A. The Contractor needs to bid the plans as

is. The successful Contractor can submit a VE proposal for evaluation after award.

Received October 6, 2026 2Q. Is there any type of prebid event planned? 2A. No pre-bid events are planned.

3Q. Is the project location available for viewing?

3A. The project location is accessible.

4Q. Are there any requirements to get into the park to view the project?

4A. Contact Theodore Roosevelt National Park directly via email at Philip_McCall@nps.gov for any requirements. The NPS cannot answer any questions concerning the project. All questions must be emailed to CFLContracts@dot.gov in accordance with the solicitation.

Received October 14, 2026 5Q. What is the period of performance for this project?

5A. Please see SCR Section 108.01 Commencement, Prosecution and Completion of Work starting on page E-13.

Received October 21, 2026 6Q. Will NDDOT Specifications be acceptable for the permanent sign installation and materials?

6A. Please bid the project as is.

7Q. Will NDDOT Specifications be acceptable for the temporary traffic control signs instead of mounting signs on wood posts?

7A. Please bid the project as is.

Received October 22, 2026 8Q. The spec doesn’t specify IPS or DIPS for the Fusion Welded HDPE pipe.

8A. Please see Amendment 001.

mailto:CFLContracts@dot.gov

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Please advise which size you are looking for when you have a chance.

9Q, Can one person "triple hat" as Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager?

9A. The Superintendent cannot serve as the QC Manager. Refer to 153.02(1) of the FP-14 for QC Manager requirements.

10Q. Please provide the site visit attendee sign in sheet.

10A. Pre-Bid Site Visit attendees has been posted on SAM.gov

11Q. Is there a bulk water fill i.e. a hydrant or water source we can pump from for grading operations in close proximity?

11A. A construction water source is not identified in the contract. Please refer to Sections 105 and 158 for water source requirements.

12Q. Does this project require phasing?

12A. Refer to Section 108 and 156 of the SCRs for limitations on work and temporary traffic control requirements. Refer to section 204 of the SCRs for subexcavation plan requirements.

13Q. Is this project tax exempt? 13A. See Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Clause 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes

14Q. When do you anticipate on site work starting?

14A. Refer to subsection 108.01 for initial site work requirements.

15Q. Is permitting required? 15A. Yes. Please refer to Sections 107 and 157 of for permit requirements.

16Q. Please provide staking data points for the project.

16A. Please refer to SCR Subsections 102.02A and 152 for physical data provided on SAM.gov.

17Q. Are red, yellow, and blue tops required? 17A. Please refer to Section 152 for staking requirements.

18Q. Which pay item(s) are measured for payment using Pay Factors on this project?

18A. Please refer to Section 106 and the “Acceptance” Subsections for each pay item in the FP-14 and the SCRs for sampling, testing, and acceptance requirements.

19Q. Can we shut down the roadway for the entire construction period or must we maintain one lane of traffic?

19A. Please refer to Sections 108 and 156 of the SCRs for limitations on work and temporary traffic control requirements.

20Q. Can you confirm what we are supposed to do with existing culvert C04? The hydraulics report recommends cleaning C04 in place because it may provide additional drainage, but the bid schedule has 8 EA for removal of pipe culvert. Please confirm if C04 is included in the 8 EA removal or if it is to remain in place and be cleaned.

20A. Remove this culvert as noted in the Plans at STA 118+97 Rt.

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21Q. If the option is exercised where will the government furnish lab be located?

21A. If the option is exercised, the location will be determined jointly between the Government and the Contractor after NTP is issued.

22Q. Is there power and water connections near the field office location?

22A. Refer to Section 637 of the SCRs for field office requirements.

23Q. Does the QCM and Tester have to be 2 separate individuals?

23A. Yes. Please refer to Section 153.02(1) of the FP-14 for QCM requirements.

Received October 26, 2026 24Q. Waste disposal area — SCR §105.04:

Please identify the approved disposal limits and available capacity at the South Unit Mix Pit. What grading, compaction, drainage, topsoil, and revegetation will be required for the disposed material, and under which bid items will this work be paid?

24A. Per SCR §105.04, specific waste disposal limits will be determined by the CO.

A subexcavation plan detailing removal, handling, storage and disposal is required.

Please see SCR §204.07 for subexcavation plan requirements. Payment is made under applicable 204 bid items.

25Q. Construction haul route — Plan Sheet V10: Please confirm the permitted routes for hauling unsuitable excavation to the waste site and delivering aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and equipment. Please identify any truck weight, axle, vehicle length, operating-hour, or permitting restrictions.

25A. Refer to sheet V10 in the Plans for approved hauling routes within the Park.

Refer to FP-14 Subsection 104.05 hauling requirements.

26Q. Bridge load restrictions: Sheet V10 identifies HS-15 capacity at Jules Creek and HS-20 capacity at Paddock Creek. Please provide the allowable construction vehicle loads and the approval process for loaded trucks and equipment transporters using these crossings.

26A. Refer to the AASHTO Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications for HS-15 and HS-20 capacity definitions. If the Contractor proposes moving heavy construction equipment or loaded transporters that exceed these ratings, the Contractor must submit structural analysis, axle loading calculations, and a crossing plan prepared by a registered Professional Engineer to the CO for review and approval prior to crossing.

27Q. Access during deep excavation — SCR §156.07: Buck Hill Road is to be closed to the public while maintaining access for park staff and emergency personnel. During the full-width, 10-foot-deep excavation between Sta. 113+00 and 122+50, will temporary interruptions to this access be permitted? If continuous access is required, 27A. Brief coordinated temporary interruptions for Park staff and emergency personnel may be permitted during active, full-width deep subexcavation operations between Sta. 113+00 and 122+50.

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Per SCR §156.05, do not construct diversions outside of the clearing limits or use alternate route detours without the approval of the CO.

28Q. Excavation sequencing and temporary stability: Are there limits on the length of deep subexcavation that may remain open at one time, or requirements to excavate and backfill in discrete segments? Please identify any required temporary stability analysis, engineered excavation plan, or monitoring during construction.

28A. Refer to Plan Detail Special 204-A and SCR §204.07 for subexcavation plan requirements.

29Q, Excavation sequencing and temporary stability: Are there limits on the length of deep subexcavation that may remain open at one time, or requirements to excavate and backfill in discrete segments? Please identify any required temporary stability analysis, engineered excavation plan, or monitoring during construction.

29A. Please see response to question 28Q.

30Q. Subexcavation quantity and measurement: The plans show 8,796 CY of calculated deep subexcavation plus a 1,204 CY allowance. Please confirm whether required bench excavation and excavation extending beyond the roadway prism are included in these quantities and measured for payment under the deep-subexcavation item.

30A. Measurement will be made in accordance with FP-14 and SCR §204.

Subexcavation limits are shown on Sheet B6 and Special 204-A of the Plans.

31Q. Underdrain layout — Special 605-A:

Please identify the required number, stationing, lengths, and discharge elevations of the underdrain outlets and cleanouts, or confirm which elements are to be developed by the contractor. Are additional outlets required by the CO included in the subexcavation unit price?

31A. Contractor to determine outlet pipe locations, lengths and elevations as part of the subexcavation plan per SCR §207.04. Refer to Specials 204-A and 605-A and the applicable Sections the FP-14 and the SCRs for additional information regarding the outlet drains.

32Q. Staging and material stockpiles — SCR §105.04: Please identify the approved usable limits at Sta. 116+60 right and any additional areas available for reclaimed pavement, granular backfill, topsoil, equipment, the field office, and testing facilities. Will temporary stockpiling outside

32A. Refer to §105.04 for material storage and handling requirements. CO approval is required for temporary stockpiling outside construction limits.

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33Q. Reclamation and paving sequence — SCR §304.03: Please confirm how the requirement to place the first asphalt lift within 14 calendar days of beginning pulverization applies where reclaimed material must be removed and stored to complete underlying excavation or embankment work. Does the requirement apply separately to each area pulverized?

33A. See Amendment A002.

34Q. Curb and gutter bid-item discrepancy: The IFB identifies A1060 as Onyx-colored curb and gutter and A1080 as Sequoia Sand catch curb. Plan Sheet B2 reverses these assignments. Please confirm the correct item numbers, descriptions, colors, and quantities and issue a correction.

34A. See Amendment 002.

35Q. Paleontological monitoring and discovery response — SCR §§107.10 and 623: Please clarify whether a single monitor may cover multiple concurrent ground-disturbing operations or whether separate monitors are required at each active location, including the waste site. Please also identify the anticipated assessment and release procedure following a discovery and whether monitoring of directed extended shutdowns is included in the lump-sum item.

35A. The number of monitors depends on the contractor’s schedule, operations and sequencing. Refer to SCR §107.10 for work stoppage requirements and mitigation procedures. Refer to SCR §623.07 for information regarding payment of the lump sum item.

36Q. Construction water: Is a park-approved water source available for dust control, moisture conditioning, and other construction needs? If so, please provide its location, available capacity, access restrictions, and any charges.

36A. Please see response to question 11Q.

Received October 31, 2026 37Q. Is roadway excavation intended to be incidental to another contract pay item, such as Embankment Construction (A0600)? If so, please identify the specific contract provision establishing this requirement.

37A. See Section 109 and 204 of the SCR’s and FP-14 for measurement and payment of earthwork.

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38Q. Was a separate roadway excavation pay item inadvertently omitted from the Schedule of Items?

38A. No, see Section 109 and 204 of the SCR’s and FP-14 for measurement and payment of earthwork.

39Q. If roadway excavation is intended to be included under another pay item, will the Government issue a clarification or amendment identifying where bidders are expected to carry these costs?

39A. See Section 109 and 204 of the SCR’s and FP-14 for measurement and payment of earthwork.

No other questions will be accepted or answered for this solicitation.