QnA 11.10.25.pdf

Questions and Answers during Advertisement for UT FLAP WEB 10(1) Causey Reservoir Access

October 02, 2025

Questions Answers

1 Will the Causey site walk still take place next week with the current shutdown?

Yes

October 07, 2025 Site Visit

2 What is required for rockfall protection at the various sites, and who provides it? How is it paid?

Rockfall protection for MSE Wall 1 is to be provided by the contractor (see Sheet W12 and SCR Section 651). Rockfall protection needs/requirements are to be determined by the contractor and a plan submitted for review and approval. Payment is lumpsum under pay item 65105-000.

Rockfall protection for MSE Walls 2 – 5 to be provided by and placed by the USFS. Coordinate with CO at least 30 days prior to excavation of MSE Walls 2 – 5 (SCR Section 255).

3 Please provide more information regarding the concurrent Forest Service projects and their timelines and access requirements that will affect this project.

USFS has 2 planned projects:

1. Overflow Parking Lot

2. Skull Crack Parking Lot & Boat Ramp

Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 108.01.

4 Who do we reach out to in order to obtain information for the existing spillway bridge load ratings?

The Controlled Unclassified Information Bureau of Reclamation 2022 Bridge Inspection Report indicated the design was for HS20+Mod.

5 Please clarify how temporary asphalt pavement is paid and what is required for Schedule A and the Options.

For Schedule A, before winter shutdown, the first lift of the permanent asphalt must be placed, or alternatively, temporary asphalt placed at no cost to the Government in accordance with SCR Subsection 108.01.

For the Beaver Creek Culvert Replacement (Option X), before winter shutdown, either permanent or temporary asphalt to be placed in accordance with SCR Subsection 108.01. Temporary asphalt to be paid for with the Asphalt Concrete Pavement, Type 2 pay item.

6 Is road closure allowed at Skull Crack to replace the pipe culvert? If so, how long?

No, please refer to SCR Subsection 156.07.

7 Is pipe culvert at Skull Crack a 3 sided box culvert?

No. Skull Crack is a 4-sided precast concrete culvert. Refer to page H1 in the plans.

8 Can the access road at Station 174+16 and 176+80 near Weber Memorial Park be used as an equipment turnaround?

No, this road goes to the bottom of the dam. Do not use this road as an equipment turnaround. Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 108.01.

9 Is there an area to place waste on-site? Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 154.04, SCR Subsection 203.05, and plan sheet A05.

10 Can Skull Crack parking lot and the Overflow parking lot be used as a staging area?

Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 105.04.

11 Are there other services such as law enforcement, mail, and Fed Ex deliveries that the contractor needs to accommodate during road closures?

No, County can coordinate a drop box if need be. Law enforcement are aware of the project and will be made aware of closures.

12 Can we submit electronic bids for this project? All original bids and bid bonds must be received in Lakewood, CO by the bid opening time specified on the SF1442 (sheet A-1 of the IFB).

The contractor is allowed to submit electronic bid modifications via email up to the bid opening time. Refer to page A-iii in the IFB.

13 Is turbidity control required for stream diversion/ in water work?

Contractor must comply with the Section 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act.

Comply with the terms and conditions of any permits that authorize the discharge of dredged or fill material in waters of the U.S., including Section 404 permits and Section 401 water quality certifications.

14 Is the contractor required to coordinate with a biologist to remove fish for in water work/stream diversion?

Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 107.10.

October 09, 2025

15 Is there a way to view the plan holders list on SAM? If not, I'd like to receive an emailed copy if possible.

Interested venders list dated 10-21-2025 has been posted.

16 Schedule A has only 155 SY of roadway obliteration. This appears to be the polygon shown on Sheet C4 and does not seem to include all of the abandoned asphalt (the section that is being bypassed with the new road). What is required of the old roadway? Is it acceptable to leave as is and bury with excavated material from the new road alignment?

Prepare the foundation for embankment construction over an existing asphalt, concrete, or gravel road surface per FP-14 Subsection 204.09 (b).

17 Is pavement removal incidental to the roadway excavation bid item (Sheet B10) and will it be acceptable to leave current base intact?

Pavement removal is included in the roadway excavation bid item. See Grading summary. Prepare the foundation for embankment construction over an existing asphalt, concrete, or gravel road surface per FP-14 Subsection 204.09(b).

18 Is topsoil stripping incidental to the roadway excavation bid item (Sheet B10)?

Topsoil stripping in cuts is measured as roadway excavation. Topsoil stripping in fills is incidental to roadway excavation. See the Grading Summary notes on page B9 of the plans and SCR Section 204.

19 Please clarify if topsoil stripping is required in cut scenarios and fill scenarios.

Yes, See SCR Subsection 204.05.

20 Is it acceptable to rotomill asphalt in place and recompact in preparation for embankment placement or does it need to be removed off site?

Prepare the foundation for embankment construction over an existing asphalt, concrete, or gravel road surface per FP-14 Subsection 204.09 (b).

21 Is this supposed to be Class 3 riprap:? If not, where is the Class 3 riprap for Schedule A located?

No, the locations of the Class 3 riprap are shown on Sheet B12 of the plans.

22 Is it acceptable to use onsite rocks for Bid item A0520 Boulders?

If they meet minimum dimension and placement requirements as shown on plan sheet G7, they may be used.

23 There appears to be some inconsistencies in the "Special Labor, Hired Technical Services" in the bid schedules. In some cases, it is listed as an hourly unit and sometimes as a lump sum unit.

Please clarify this.

The Special Labor, Hired Technical Services in Schedule A should have a descriptor for Biologist, refer to Amendment A001 Bid Schedule. The Special Labor, Hired Technical Services, Biologist pay items are a lump sum unit price.

24 Please clarify if a Technical Services, Biologist is required for Schedule A Bid Schedule. (Specifications bid schedule does not list Biologist but it is listed in the summary sheet of the drawings.

Yes, the pay item in Schedule A should be Special Labor, Hired Technical Services (Biologist), refer to Amendment A001 Bid Schedule.

25 What are the expected river flows in Beaver Creek during the given road closure constraints in the specs (fall time frame)?

There is no available historical stream gage data at Beaver Creek with flow data during different periods of the year. Proposed stream diversion must be able to pass the 2-year storm event, per SCR Section 628.

October 13, 2025

26 Is it acceptable to pump construction water out of the reservoir or river?

Contractor is to source water in accordance with FP-14 Section 105.

October 20, 2025

27 Who will be responsible for removing the existing concrete Jersey Barriers currently protecting the future retaining wall areas along the road in the base bid?

• If the contractor is responsible, where should they be moved to and under what item do you want this under?

Removal is incidental to the guardrail removal item. Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 154.04 and SCR Subsection 203.05 dictating the removed barriers to be placed on County property at the Weber Memorial Entrance staging area (just west of the entrance road).

October 21, 2025

28 Will the government shutdown affect the solicitation phase and bid opening for this project?

No, the solicitation and bid opening are proceeding as indicated on sam.gov.

October 22, 2025

29 Traffic Signal Control (Sheet W-7): Plan sheet W-7 shows a traffic control plan for signals; however, there is no corresponding pay item in the bid schedule. How is this work intended to be paid?

No traffic signal will be used. W7 sheet will be removed from the plan set. Refer to Amendment A001.

PCS Signage: Is there a requirement for a Portable Changeable Message Sign (PCS) to inform the traveling public of any road closures? If so, under what pay item would this be covered?

Refer to Amendment A001, SCR 156.07 and plan sheets B2, and B14.

31 MSE Wall Callouts (Wheat Grass): The plans do not appear to show callouts for the boxes at the beginning and end of each MSE wall on Wheat Grass. What are these boxes referring to?

The boxes represent riprap aprons. Refer to Amendment A001, plan sheets G1-G5.

32 Are there minimum and maximum step requirements at the bottom of the MSE walls?

Profile view of wall typical section added to G9 with call outs for minimum widths and maximum heights within steps. Refer to Amendment A001 plan sheet G9 and SCR Subsection 255.04.

33 In reviewing the Skull Crack Road files, it appears that part of the road we are given finish grade, another part we are given base course grade and another part we are given subgrade. I wanted to see if it’s possible to get the whole road surface grade, with design break lines as provided elsewhere on the project?

New Physical Data Files named “Physical Data 10.24.2025.zip” have been uploaded to sam.gov. The original subgrade, finished grade and road surface grade xml files were not correct.

34 Are concrete panel and SMRU the only MSE wall facing options allowed?

Segmental retaining wall units and concrete panels are the only wall facing options allowed. Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 257.01.

35 Is there a color requirement for the MSE wall face?

See SCR Subsections 257.03 & 257.04 (h). Contractor to submit color options for CO review and approval. Color wall facing material to match the existing terrain.

36 Is the galvanized guardrail required to be “painted” using a weathering agent?

No.

37 In Schedule A. How is the waste quantity of 5,371 CUYD paid for since it has to be removed from the project.

Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsections 203.05 and 204.

38 On the project, could you please clarify the designated water source locations that the contractor is required to use for dust control and embankment moisture?

39 Additionally, are there any restrictions or limitations on the volume of water that may be used per day for these purposes?

40 We are submitting for our bid bond, and I am not seeing any detailed specs regarding the warranty/correction period for the project. Could you please provide clarification on this?

There are no warranties for the project

41 Also, I am not seeing a percentage for the pay retention on the project. Please advise.

Please view the payment section for each individual item and Section 109 in the SCR’s and the FP-14 for information regarding how each item is paid and any retainage.

42 Can a wire-faced MSE wall, without a concrete front panel, be considered acceptable if the exposed face is painted or stained to visually match the surrounding landscape? We would appreciate clarification on whether this alternative finish would meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of the project, assuming it achieves a comparable visual result to a concrete-faced wall.

Segmental retaining wall units and concrete panels are the only wall facing options allowed. Refer to Amendment A001, SCR Subsection 257.01.

43 The project documents for the MSE wall state that the "Color of wall is to match the surroundings." However, no specific color or reference sample has been provided. Given that the amount and type of dye required to achieve a particular color can significantly affect the cost of concrete, can you please clarify the following:

• Is there a specific color code, sample, or standard that the MSE wall is expected to match?

• A specific color sample or code (e.g., Federal Standard, RAL, or Pantone)

SCR Subsections 255.03 and 257.03 require the contractor to submit color options for three wall facings for CO review and approval. No specific color is required.

44 Will the contractor have to pay for water used on the project?

Watering for Dust Control will be paid under item 15802-0000 for Schedule A, Option Y, and Option Z. Water used for embankment moisture or other uses is incidental to each particular item of work.

October 30, 2025

45 • Upon review, FP-14 Section 105 does not address water usage for the project. This section pertains solely to materials and does not contain any provisions or definitions related to water usage.

• It appears the intent may be to indicate that water is not available on-site for the contractor to draw from local sources (such as a stream or reservoir). If that is the case, this restriction should be clearly stated, as it significantly impacts how contractors plan and price their work— particularly regarding the need to haul water to the project site.

• To ensure consistency and fairness in bidding, I would like to request that FHWA CFL provide a clear definition or statement regarding water availability and usage under Section 105. This will help ensure all contractors base their bids on the same assumptions and requirements.

Please refer specifically to FP-14 Subsection 105.02(c), Section 158, and Subsection 725.01(c). CFLHD is not providing a water source, the Contractor is to source the water.

November 6, 2025

46 Is nightwork permitted? Refer to Amendment A002, SCR 156.07.

47 What is the design life required for the MSE walls?

75-year design life. Refer to Plan Sheet G9 and

AASHTO 11.5.1.

48 Are there any aesthetic requirements? Would it be acceptable to consider a fractured fin finish with a maximum thickness of 0.75”?

Fins are not acceptable and must be removed.

Provide photos of proposed facing finish and color.

Refer to SCR Subsection 255.04(a), SCR Subsection 257.04(h), and FP-14 552.16.

49 I did not find any reference to panel size requirements in the geotechnical report. Would it be acceptable to quote 10' x 5' panels?

No panel size requirements. Dimensions to be included in retaining wall submittal. Refer to FP-14 Subsection 257.04(d)(1).

50 The drawings indicate some wall batter; would it be acceptable to design the walls vertically instead?

No. Design according to Plan Sheet G9.

51 Need clarification on type of prime coat for project: Should the contractor use MC-70 or MC-250? Or emulsified prime coat (asphalt emulsion)?

Pay item 41102-1000 specifies Prime Coat, Method

1. Refer to FP-14 Subsection 411.06 (a), and FP-14 Subsection 702.02 (c).

52 Will permit fee costs be waived? For example Weber County permit fees. If not, is there an anticipated cost amount?

Refer to FAR Clause 52.236-7. Contractor is responsible for all permit costs.

53 For the field office per table 637-3 on page E-85, will there be access to nearby electricity, water, gas, and sewer to tie into or what's the expectation?

SCR 637 provides requirements for Contractor to provide. Contractor is to locate the sources.

54 If a commercial office space is utilized what distance is considered adjacent or near to the project site per page E-81?

Within 15 miles.

55 Will there be power available to tie into or are generators expected to be used onsite?

SCR 637 provides requirements for Contractor to provide. Contractor is to find the source.

56 The rockfall mitigation is designated as temporary. Given the nature of the temporary status the spec 651 states that it should be cleaned out and removed. Can mitigation remain in place (added long term protection)?

Temporary rockfall must be removed. Refer to SCR Subsection 651.02 and Amendment A002, SCR 651.03.

57 Rockfall mitigation: If anchors are required for the proposed solution (anchor supported barrier for example) can the anchors simply be cut off and backfilled over?

Refer to Amendment A002, SCR 651.03.

58 Rockfall mitigation anchors: Depending on if we leave or have to remove, does the any steel need to be domestic (left in place) or if temporary can it be non-domestic steel?

Refer to page A-27 of the IFB for Buy American

Act requirements.

59 From the permit it shows that there will be impacts to wetland areas. The area is within Ute Lady’s Tresses (ULT) range. Has the habitat been reviewed to determine if it is a potential habitat? And if it is, will ULT surveys be required?

NEPA CE determined there is no effect to ULT.

Environmental Surveys required are listed in SCR 107.10.

60 What is the design life required for the project MSE walls?

Refer to question 47.

61 What are the aesthetic requirements, such as form liner, paint, stain, etc. for the MSE Walls?

Refer to SCR 257. Contractor to propose wall facing type and provide three color options. Wall facing to match existing terrain. Use concrete coloring agents according to FP-14 Subsection 711.0, if applicable. If concrete panels are selected, refer to SCR Subsection 255.04(a) and FP-14 Subsection 552.16 for finishing requirements.

62 In the Notice to Bidder it states see below

But when you go to the web site they have – Notice: The ability to post new subcontracting opportunities is currently not available. It’s hard to fulfill the requirements of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.206 without the ability to do this. Is there another place to do this?

As indicated in the error message you shared, please contact subcontracting@sba.gov for help locating subcontractors and suggested alternative means to fulfill the requirements of FAR 5.206 during the government shutdown.

63 I have not found the list on the sam.gov site for clip below. Is there another link to get to this list?

You may search Entities on SAM.gov by using filters on the website. In addition, the Subcontracting Plan in Appendix C of the solicitation provides a link to the Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) where you can search for Small Business within the area that may meet your needs.

64 In Schedule you call out 4 Each Pipe removal, but nothing is called out on the plans for location, size and type of pipe. Assuming that they are going in the same locations of the new pipe. Do you have those locations, size & type of pipe?

See C04-C06 plan and profile sheets for the existing culvert information.

mailto:subcontracting@sba.gov

65 Also, in Schedule A & Option Y, none of the pipe crossings are called out for material, length & size.

See B12, Drainage Summary for Schedule A, Option Y & Option Z.

66 Where does the Turf Reinforcement mat at the end of the culverts pay under?

See sheet T20, showing Rolled Erosion Control Product (Turf Reinforcement Mat) showing C629- A for pay item 62901-1200

67 Can the rockfill protection system be cut/removed just below the surface of the ground and bases of posts buried?

Since the rockfall protection system is temporary, does it have to meet Buy

America?

See questions 57 & 58.

68 We have received notifications regarding changes to disadvantaged business requirements from other government agencies. Please see attached for this notice.

Do the DBE requirements on this project still apply, or have they changed?

This project is being competed as Full and Open Competition with HUBZone Price Preference in accordance with FAR Clause 52.219-4.

Subcontracting is to be done in accordance with FAR Clause 52.219-8, with Subcontracting goals listed on page A-v of the solicitation.