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RECAPTIALIZE RUNWAY 1-19

USCG BASE ELIZABETH CITY, NC

AMENDMENT: 004

SOLICITATION#: 70Z04725RPCNI0001

1. SOLICITATION 70Z04725RPCNI0001 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

RFI #69 and #70, RFP Specification 01800-.1.5.5.2 ADD: See new RFP Drawing C-003. The RFP drawing shows the approved location of the mobile batch plant. Drawing notes address utility and connection requirements.

RFI #69 and #70, RFP Specification 01111-2.2.5.12.6 ADD: Add the following Paragraph 01111- 2.2.5.12.6 Mobile Batch Plant.

2.2.5.12.6.1 The contractor may utilize a mobile batch plant for paving operations at the approved site location shown on RFP Drawing C-003.

2.2.5.12.6.2 The contractor’s mobile batch plant and plant operations shall not block or restrict vehicle traffic movements to the overall site.

2.2.5.12.6.3 The contractor is authorized but not required to provide and install a security fence for their protection of the plant.

2.2.5.12.6.4 The Contractor is responsible coordination, connection, fees, and permits associated with the utility connections for the operation of the mobile batch plant. Water and electrical connections are shown on Drawing C-003. The contractor shall provide and install their own utility meter. The Contractor is responsible for field verifying all utility requirements for the mobile batch plan. The government shall not be made responsible for field verifying utility capabilities to meet the mobile batch plant requirements.

2.2.5.12.6.4.1 Potable Water: Connection shall be coordinated with Elizabeth City. Connection should be upstream of the USCG Base Elizabeth City meter.

The contractor is responsible for water usage with Elizabeth City and not through the USCG. For bidding purposes, the water rate is calculated from the 2024 average rate of $28.06 per 1,000-gallons.

2.2.5.12.6.4.2 Electrical: Contractor shall be responsible for electrical reimbursement to the USCG. For bidding purposes, assume a rate of $0.07 per

KWH.

2.2.5.12.6.5 At the conclusion of the project, any portion of the site disturbed or damaged by the mobile batch plant shall be restored to the original condition.

RFI #128 and #129, RFP Specification 01800-.1.5.5.2 DELETE: ‘Sealing of cracks in underlying asphalt paving in areas that are being designated for mill and overlay will not be measured for payment. This work will be considered incidental to the milling operations.

REPLACE WITH: Where deleted, replace with ‘Sealing of cracks and joints in the portland concrete cement pavement underlying upper asphalt paving layers that designated for mill and overlay will not be measured for payment. This work will be considered incidental to the milling operations.’

RFI #132, RFP Specification 01802-2.1.2 ADD: Add to the end of Paragraph 018020-2.1.2 the following; ‘LEED submittals and LEED accreditation not applicable to this project/design narrative’

RFI #150, RFP Drawing C-100 REPLACE RFP Drawing C-100. The revision to RFP Drawing C-100 adds back the 12” FW utility that was missing that prematurely terminated at the limits of the Turn Around optional work. The 12” FW line is shown to run through and beyond the Turn Around limits.

RFI #171, RFP Specification 01111-2.1.2 DELETE: ‘2.1.2 Fence the entire work area on base to the access gate with a minimum 6’.0 high fence with a full covering of filter fabric.’

RFI #173, RFP Specification 01111-2.2.5.5.8.2 ADD: Amend the existing paragraph by adding the following to the end of the existing paragraph: ‘Aircraft operations will be restricted from and re-routed away from the contractor’s limits of work as identified in RFP Drawings. All other airfield pavement areas, to include RW 10-28 will be in active use throughout the project duration.’

RFI #174, #175, RFP Specification 01450-1.3 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS, ADD: Paragraph 1450 1.3.2: ‘The Construction Superintendent shall possess a minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction with at least 5 of those years as a superintendent on projects of similar size and complexity. The Superintendent shall be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual shall be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings.

The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the project superintendent. All personnel qualifications shall be submitted to the KO and COR before the Preconstruction meeting for approval. The KO may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

Should the superintendent change or an alternate superintendent is required, the Contractor shall submit new personnel qualifications for Government approval. The Government reserves the right to reject personnel qualification submissions at any time’

ADD: Paragraph 1450 1.3.3: ‘The Construction Project Manager (PM) shall have experience as the PM managing at least three (3) prior design-build projects of similar size and complexity as this project. The individual shall be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The qualification requirements for the alternate PM are the same as for the project PM. All personnel qualifications shall be submitted to the KO and COR before the

Preconstruction meeting for approval. The KO may request proof of the PMS’s qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the PM is in question. Should the PM change or an alternate PM is required, the Contractor shall submit new personnel qualifications for Government approval. The Government reserves the right to reject personnel qualification submissions at any time.’

RFI #176, TOA, 1.3-Key Position Qualifications (PDF Page 7) DELETE: Delete last sentence, ‘Describe the Offeror’s recruitment efforts and how the potential Project Manager’s and Superintendent’s resume will be evaluated to ensure the individual meets the minimum qualifications.’

REPLACE WITH: Where deleted, replace with ‘Describe how the potential Project Manager’s and Superintendent’s resume will be evaluated to ensure the individual meets the minimum qualifications.’

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2. RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS TO SOLICITATION 70Z04724RPCNI0006:

See Attached RFI Log

SOLICITATION NO. 70Z04725RPCNI0001

PROJECT TITLE/LOCATION: Recapitalize Runway 1-19, USCG Base Elizabeth City, NC

PREAWARD INQUIRY FORM

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Non-Price Factor 1:

Technical Solution

1.1

Subfactor 1.1- Airfield Experience – Design requires Offerors to submit a maximum of three (3) relevant design projects that best demostrates airfield design experience much like this Recapitalize Runway 1-19 Task Order. With consideration of the expertise required to perform this airfield scope of work, we intend to team with an engineering firm that specializes in this type of design. Will the Government please confirm that Offerors may utilitze the relevant experience of design engineers/subcontractor(s), that were not submitted in our Phase 1 Proposal, to demonstrate experience under this subfactor?

Yes, confirmed.

2 11/15/24 25-27

Non-Price Factor 1:

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1.2

Subfactor 1.2-Airfield Experience - Construction requires Offerors to submit a maximum of three (3) relevant construction projects that best demonstrates airfield construction experience much like this Recapitalize Runway 1-19 Task Order. With consideration of the expertise required to perform this airfield scope of work, we intend to team with subcontractor(s) with specialized experience. Will the Government please confirm that Offerors may utilize relevant experience of construction subcontractor(s) that will perform critical aspects of the requirement to demonstrate experience under this subfactor?

Yes, confirmed.

3 11/20/24 TOA Section III

Currently, the TOA Section III. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS in Non- Price Factor 1: Technical Solution; Recent Projects defines “recent” as projects falling within 6 years of the date of the RFP.

Due to the nature of the project, we request that the 6 year period be increased to 10 years.

See Amendment 0003.

4 12/3/24 1.13.9

Airfield Lighting Control System (ALCS) mentions that a new ALCS is required. Can we get a list of the CCRs/General elements that need to be controlled by the system?

A new ALCS system is not required. Refer to Amendment 0003.

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01800 1.4.5.2

Please clarify repair requirements for existing underlying CONCRETE pavement. The sealing of cracks is limited in the RFP to sealing cracks in underlying asphalt surface only (Section 01800-1.4.5.2) but what work should be priced for repairs to underlying PCC pavement, should they be warranted once asphalt pavement is milled off?

Per Amendment 004, 'Sealing of cracks and joints in the Portland concrete cement pavement underlying upper asphalt paving layers that designated for mill and overlay will not be measured for payment. This work will be considered incidental to the milling operations.' Shattered slabs or slabs that required replacement will be treated as a differing site condition.

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01800 1.4.5.2

We believe the Contractor will encounter shattered slabs in the bottom PCC section, after the Contractor mills off the top asphalt surface.

What should the Contractor assume and price for mitigation measures for unsuitable PCC slabs (shattered or unstable)?

Will be addressed as a differing site condition.

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01110 1.2

Will an AGIS survey be required for the project? Refer to RFP 01800-1.4.1.1.

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01110 1.2

Will an ALP Update be required by the Contractor for the non-bid alternative or bid alternative?

No, the Contractor is not required to provide an ALP update.

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01800 1.4.5.1

This is a two part question:

1) Please clarify that the project requirement is to ensure the final pavement profile for Runway 01-19 is required to meet the longitudinal and transverse grades and grade changes of UFC 3-260-01 criteria.

2) Once certified survey is obtained, would grade changes be addressed via change order?

#1 - Confirmed. #2 - Grade changes should be incorporated as part of the Contractor's price proposal.

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01110 1.2

According to the FAA website, FAA procedures are still active to a "closed indefinitely" runway. Please confirm that no airspace analysis, obstruction analysis, nor approach procedure support/coordination with the FAA on approach procedures is required for this project.

No, we do not expect the Contractor to complete an airspace analysis for the entire runway of all obstacle surfaces. The FAA will assist Air Station Elizabeth City with a new terminal procedures survey and scrub of their existing procedures before the USCG reopens RW 1-19. The FAA was clear in discussions with the USCG that no in-depth analysis is be required as long as the runway is not changing dimensions, heading, or elevation, and was never permanently closed/deactivated, which it hasn’t.

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01800 1.4.5.1

Please confirm that paved shoulders are not required as part of this project. Section 1800, 1.4.5.1 refers to planning crtieria being required to meet UFC criteria and the UFC requires shoulders for Class B runways (supports C-130).

Confirmed. The RFP does not requires the Contractor to construct shoulder pavements for base-bid work on RW 1-19.

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01110 1.2.1.1

The underlying slab strength most likely exceeds the FAA specification P-306 requirements of 300-800 psi. Reflective cracking through the new concrete is a concern with choke stone or bond breaker fabric.

Asphalt bond breaker will help prevent this from happening. Please clarify any concern with reflective cracking over time or contract requirements for bond breaking material as the reflective cracking would most likely occur after the warranty period.

Concerns with reflective cracking over time or contract requirements for bond breaking material shall be determined and addressed by the DOR.

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01800 1.4.5.1

Based on best publicly available information, it appears the existing transverse cross slopes of Runway 1-19 do no meet UFC criteria.

Existing transverse cross slopes appear to range between 0.25% and 1.%.

1) Please confirm that proposed improvements should correct transverse slopes full length along Runway 1-19.

2) Please confirm if certified and more accurate survey is available to understand the non-standard conditions of Runway 1-19.

3) If Certified survey is not available, would the cost of grade correction be addressed via change order?

The Government believes the RFP requirements and referenced criteria are viable and the Contractor will be able to achieve full compliance and make significant improvements above current conditions. The proposals shall include all related costs to meet the UFC criteria to the fullest extent reasonably possible. All runway paving should be constructed with appropriate transverse slopes and grades to meet basic drainage and prompt removal of water.

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01800 1.13.4.2.

Please confirm that for bidding purposes, Contractor should assume that duct banks crossing runways and taxiways shall be considered acceptable for re-use in permanent condition and should new conduit across runway and taxiways should not be included in cost.

Confirmed. For bidding purposes the Contractor should assume that duct banks crossing runways and taxiways shall be considered acceptable for re-use. See Amendment 0003 for additional scope clarification.

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01800 1.18.2

Has the Government received all environmental clearances for the proposed improvements? Please provide all of the federal environmental requirements that are already in place for the project.

Refer to RFP Section 01800 1.18.2.1 for operating permits that are in place.

Per RFP Section 01800 1.18.2, "The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying and obtaining all required permits, approvals, notifications, utility permits, utility impacts, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) notifications/permits, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notifications/permits, concurrences, consultations, consistency reviews (to include Coastal Zone), and certifications (hereafter called permits) from federal, state, and local regulatory agencies."

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01800 1.13.4.4

Paragraph states: "Remove all lighting fixtures, signage, and cabling on runway 01-19 and taxiway K.", Does this include the removal of base cans and conduit between base cans or can base cans and existing conduit be abandoned in place?

RFP language should be taken as complete removal. This extends to cans, conduit, pedestals, concrete bases, etc. Abandonment in place is not authorized.

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01800 1.13.4.5

Please clarify if Elevated Runway Guard Lights are to be installed at Taxiways 'C', 'D' and 'K'.

Taxiway C and D are not considered part of this contract. DOR shall determine the lighting requirements for the taxiway K per the RFP and in coordination with FAA regulations.

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01110 1.2

The concept drawings state that the pavement extents and proposed pavement sections depicted on the plans should be used for bidding.

Please confirm that if alternative pavement designs are required, it will be handled as a changed condition.

Cannot confirm.

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01800 1.13.4.4

Should all sign foundations be removed and replaced as part of the electrical removals required?

RFP language should be taken as complete removal. This extends to cans, conduit, pedestals, concrete bases, etc. Abandonment in place is not authorized.

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01800 1.13.4.7

Per FAA AC 150/5340-30, PAPI obstacle clearance surface (OCS) must be clear of all obstructions per Figure A-81. Please confirm if Contractor will need to complete airspace analysis to evaluate the OCS as part of the PAPI installation, since this is a remove and replace.

No, we do not anticipate a requirement for the Contractor to complete any airspace analysis to evaluate the PAPI OCS. If they are sited and installed in accordance with FAA criteria there should be no PAPI OCS penetrations.

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01110 1.2

Existing pavement fillets at Taxiway C,D,K, and G may not meet UFC criteria. Please confirm that the intent is to overlay these taxiways and fillets and to provide associated edge lighting in their current configuration as shown on the RFP drawings.

Confirmed.

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01800 1.4.5.1

For runway markings, please confirm proposed condition shall maintain existing displacement on the end of RWY 1.

Confirmed.

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1.2

Drawings and RFP do not specifically state proposed work requirements for abandoned pavement on RWY 19 end with regard to the extended taxiway D and extra pavement towards hangar to the west of the runway. Should unneccessary pavement be removed as part of the base bid?

There is no base bid work required for the abandoned pavement sections.

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01110 1.2

RFP does not state that grooving of runway paving is required. Please confirm if grooving is a contract requirement.

Grooving of runway paving shall be determined by the DOR. All runway paving should be constructed with appropriate transverse slope for basic drainage and prompt removal of water. The DOR shall be permitted to include runway pavement grooving. 003

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01800 1.13.4.7

Please confirm if the existing PAPI is current driven or voltage driven.

Please confirm if the contract requirement is to install a current driven or voltage driven PAPI.

Cannot confirm. There is no preference for either voltage driven or current driven PAPI systems. Determination shall be determined by the DOR.

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01110 1.2

Will contractor or USCG be responsible for providing necessary updates to the Airport Data Information Portal (ADIP)?

The USCG will be responsible for providing the necessary updates to the ADIP .

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1500 1.3

There are two different staging areas shown to the North and South.

Who will be responsible for providing security at the entrances to these areas?

The Contractor shall be responsible for the security of the internal airfield fence at the North Zone (Ref RFP Specification 01111 2.2.1.2.2). The USCG will be responsible for establishing security at the South Zone, which is an installation perimeter fence (Ref RFP Specification 01111 2.2.1.3.2)

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01800 1.4.5.1

If a concrete batch plant is required, it would be difficult to move it from the South side of Runway 10-28 to the North side. Will construction traffic be allowed to cross Runway 10-28 for concrete delivery?

No. The Contractor shall be prohibited from crossing the active Runway 10-28, unless specifically authorized. Refer to RFP Specification 01110-2.2.1 and 0111-2.2.5.12.4 'Runway Crossing' for additional clarification.

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01110 1.2

Are there any drainage pipes under Runway 1-19 that will need to be replaced under this project?

Not to the Government's knowledge. Bidders should base their bids upon the RFP as presented.

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01800 1.18.4

Have any permits been completed with state and federal agencies with regard to drainage and sediment/erosion control?

FDCC has not obtained any construction permits. Per RFP Section 01800 1.18.2, "The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying and obtaining all required permits, approvals, notifications, utility permits, utility impacts, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) notifications/permits, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notifications/permits, concurrences, consultations, consistency reviews (to include Coastal Zone), and certifications (hereafter called permits) from federal, state, and local regulatory agencies."

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1500 1.3

The laydown areas appears to be very soft and may require substantial stabilization for supporting construciton activities. Can you confirm this work will be required under the mobilization costs within the base bid.

Confirmed.

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01800 1.18

Per NC State laws, the tuna round area as-shown would require stormwater treatment facilities. Will NC State laws and/or Pasquotank County Rules be applicable to new impervious surfaces?

Refer to RFP Specification Section 01800, Paragraph 1.4.3 for Grading and Drainage requirements.

33 12/6/24 28 Subfactor 1.3 - Key Personnel Qualifications

The TOA states "The Government will evaluate the professional qualifications for the Construction Project Superintendent to determine position’s knowledge, experience and capability to ensure the requirements of the RFP are understood and will be performed with minimal Government intervention."; however, it is unclear if the Construction Project Manager's professional qualifications will be evaluated. Please clarify that the Construction Project Manager will be evaluated as no direction was provided in the basis of evaluation.

The Construction Project Manager's professional qualifications will not be evaluated by the Government. Subfactor 1.3 only applies to the Construction Project Superintendent.

34 12/7/24 Has a obstruction survey and siting of the PAPI been conducted or will one be needed to comply with FAA flight check.

An obstruction survey and siting has not been completed. We do not anticipate a requirement for the Contractor to complete any airspace analysis to evaluate the PAPI OCS. If they are sited and installed in accordance with FAA criteria there should be no PAPI OCS penetrations.

35 12/7/24 1.13.9.6

Is a new ALCMS required? Section 1.13.9.6 states reuse of the existing system. Section 1.13.9.1 states the existing shall remain operation while a new ALCS is installed until the new is accepted.

Section 1.16 also indicates reuse of the existing system with software updates.

A new ALCS system is not required. Refer to Amendment 0003.

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Which standard is to be followed for the design of the pavement, UFC 3-260-02 "Pavement Design for Airfields" or FAA AC 150-5320-6G "Airport Pavement Design and Evaluation"? The RFP States to follow FAA design criteria for mix design, whereas, paving tolerances and airfield markings shall to conform to UFC criteria (i.e. 03-260-01).

Ref RFP 01800-1.8.6.1; 'Follow FAA design criteria for pavement mix designs, whereas, paving tolerances and airfield markings shall conform to UFC criteria (i.e. UFC 03-260-01).' UFC criteria for pavement mix designs is unnecessarily restrictive for the aircraft component at E-City. For development of the pavement mix designs, the Contractor shall refer to FAA criteria. Other airfield pavement shall follow UFC criteria (i.e. 03-260-01, 03-260-02, etc..)

37 12/7/24 Please clarify which FAA specfications standards from FAA AC 5370- 10H "Standard Specifications for Construction of Airports" are to be used.

Refer to RFP 10800-1.4.5.1: 'Airfield pavement shall follow FAA design criteria for mix designs, whereas planning criteria, paving tolerances, and marking/signage shall conform to UFC criteria (i.e., UFC 03-260-01).'

38 12/7/24 Please clarify which UFC specfications standards from UFGS/SpecsIntact are to be used.

UFGS/Specs Intact are not utilized in this project. The standards to be used are stated in the RFP. 003

39 12/7/24 Please clarify if the update of the USCG Elizabeth City Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is included in the SOW for this opportunity.

Per RFP Section 01800 1.18.4.1.6, Discuss anticipated temporary and permanent stormwater best management practices (BMPs) and the need to develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to be incorporated into the project. 01800 1.18.4.5 states SWPPP shall adequately address all stormwater runoff contamination concerns and meet all federal, state, and local requirements and associated permit conditions/requirements.

40 12/7/24 01 800 - 1.8.6.3

Please confirm the aircraft traffic mix to use in the pavement design stated in the SFRL 10393282 RECAP AIRSTA E-CITY RUNWAY 1-19 RFP, Section 01800, paragraph 1.8.6.3 Aircraft design mix. UFC 3- 260-02, Chapter 3, established the use of standard traffic mix for design, which will differ from what is provided and potentially increase pavement thicknesses and therefore earthwork/grading beyond pavement edges.

Pavement design to comply with aircraft design mix as stated in RFP 01800 1.8.6.3.

41 12/7/24 While the RFP summarizes the mainline paving option requirments, will the runway and taxiway shoulders need to be designed and paved?

Refer to RFP 01110-1.2.1. The RFP does not requires the Contractor to construct shoulder pavements for base-bid work on RW 1-19. TW Kilo and TW Golf work is full-width. 003

42 12/7/24 Which standard is to be followed for runway and taxiway grading and layout, UFC 3-260-01 "Airfield and Heliport Planning and Design " or FAA AC 150-5300-13B "Airport Design"?

UFC Criteria is cited for runway and taxiway grading and layout in RFP Specification 01800-1.8.6.1.

43 12/7/24 Due to the holidays and the amount of documents that need to be reviewed please consider extending the Quations Period until 1/3/25

RFI deadline is extended to 1/6/2025. See Amendment 0002.

44 12/7/24 01111 -

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01111 - 2.2.1.2.1 & 2.2.1.3 note durations for work in the north and south zones. Please confirm this is the duration once construction starts. These are far less than the overall duration.

The durations for each zone noted in Section 01111 Paragraphs 2.2.1.2.1 and

2.2.1.3.1 are once construction starts.

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The TOA notes the Period of Performance is 731 calendar days for Base Items. Options Tiems notes if the option is awarded it must be completed in the contract performance period. 01111 - 2.2.1.2.1 notes Zone 1 (North) must be completed in 210 calendar days for Base and Option work.

Please confirm the Period of Performacne for Option 1 work.

In accordance with Section 01111 Paragraphs 2.2.1.2.1 and 2.2.1.3.1, Zone 1 (North) must be completed within 210 calendar days to include all base and option work. Zone II (Sout) must be completed within 180 calendar days.

46 12/7/24 Please confirm Zones 1 (north) and Zone 2 (south) can be constructed concurrently.

Confirmed.

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The Proposal Acceptance Period is 90 calendar days, please confirm the Option Item 1 is only valid for the same Acceptance Period.

Meaning the Option is only vaild to time of award, it will not be awarded after base award

Confirmed.

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Please confirm if the Liquidated Damages are associated based on the overall duration or the durations listed in 01111 - 2.2

Liquidated Damages are based upon the overall duration as listed in RFP Specification 01111 2.2.

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Subfactor 1.1. and 1.2 identifies 3 relevancies items (Aifield paving, Marking/Striping, and Aifield Lighting. Does each relevant project have to contain all three items to be considered relevant?

No.

50 12/7/24 Attachme nt G

Attachment G provided Pavement Record Data. This is to be used since the existing pavement layer thickness varies.

Please confirm if the pavement thickness differs from Attachment G this will be considered a Differing Site Condition.

As stated in RFP 01900-1.3.2, 'The Government does not guarantee that borings indicate actual conditions, except for the exact locations and the time that they were conducted.' Taxiway pavements are shown having a crown, thus borings at midpoint locations will present a greater thickness than those along outer paving lanes. The Contractor should make the best, logical use of the information in their bid. Where clear variations in the pre-bid pavement thickness exist, the Contractor may be entitled to additional compensation.

51 12/7/24 Please confirm the contractor must provide a full-time onsite Site Safety and Health Officer.

In accordance with US Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, the Contractor shall employ a minimum of one Safety and Health Officer and it shall be a full time responsibility. 003

52 12/6/24

TOA PDF, II. Instructions for Submitting Questions Regarding Task Order Announcement (PDF Page 22/23). TOA States, "Questions shall be received no later than 12/6/2024." We would like to request an extension on the due date for questions to be submitted until January 6, 2025 to allow us time to create design documents for subcontractors to bid, and further negotiate the PLA.

RFI deadline is extended to 1/6/2025. See Amendment 0002.

53 12/6/24

TOA PDF, III. Submission Instructions, Non-Price Factor 1: Technical Solution (TOA PDF Page 25), TOA states, "Airfield Experience is defined as work you have done in the recent past that was similar to the work to be performed under this RFP. Recent Projects are defined as projects completed within the past six (6) years of the date of issuance of this RFP or an ongoing project that is a minimum of 65% complete." Please confirm that we are using prime contractor experience and not subcontractor experience for this section.

Prime and/or Subcontractor experience is acceptable.

54 12/6/24

TOA PDF, III. Submission Instructions, Non-Price Factor 1: Technical Solution (TOA PDF Page 25), TOA calls this a Technical Solution but requests experience. Please confirm you only want design and construction experience in this section and are not looking for a technical approach specific to how we would execute this project.

Confirmed. Technical approach is not required for Non-Price Factor 1 (PDF page 25). Note, 'the Offeror shall discuss their relevant airfield design experience and describe relevant design strategies, challenges, processes, and approaches.'

55 12/6/24

TOA PDF, III Submission Instructions, Project Labor Agreement (PDF page 23). TOA states, "This project is considered a “Large-scale Construction Project” as defined in FAR 22.502. Accordingly, the requirements of FAR Subpart 22.5 will apply. The Offeror shall submit a signed Project Labor Agreement with their Price Proposal submission, in accordance with FAR Provision 52.222-33 and FAR Clause 52.222-34. Offerors that do not include a signed Project Labor Agreement complying with the terms of FAR 52.222-33 and 52.222-34 shall be considered nonresponsive and ineligible for award." We would like to request the proposal deadline be extended until early March to complete PLA negotiations.

Proposal due date extended to 2/28/2025. See Amendment 0002.

56 12/6/24 Please confirm the south side construction entrance gate will have USCG provided guards and contractors are to exclude this from their pricing.

Confirmed.

57 12/6/24

Please confirm if/where there is an acceptable water source at both the north and south side laydown areas and provide tie-in size and locations on a map. Please advise if there is a cost for the water.

Refer to RFP 01500 Paragraph 1.6.2 Potable Water for Use During Construction.

58 12/6/24 Please identify the truck inspection process, if there is one, for all deliveries made on base.

Refer to RFP 01111 Paragraph 1.6 Security and Contractor Use of Premises.

59 12/6/24 Is it acceptable to widen the road from the south side gate into the project site?

Yes, subject to Government approval.

60 12/6/24

Section 01800 Part 1.6 Landscape Design requires contractors to grade the site to achieve an orderly transition from edge of pavement to aid in storm water drainage and reduce erosion. Please confirm no other storm water system or piping is required as part of this scope of work.

No other storm water system or piping is required unless determined by the DOR as necessary to fulfill the requirements of Section 01800, Paragraph 1.4.3.

61 12/6/24

Does the existing paint contain any hazardous materials? Recent projects that we are performing have discovered Barium in the airfield paint. If not, can the waste generated via the paint removal process be run through the on-site washout pit?

No barium testing has been done. Contractor owns the means and methods and should comply by federal, state and local laws.

62 12/6/24 When curing compound is removed prior to applying paint, can the solution generated be disposed of by running the generated solution through the site's washout pit?

Contractor owns the means and methods and their methods shall comply by federal, state and local laws.

63 12/6/24

The existing hot mix asphalt will need to be removed. PFAS is a new/evolving contaminate of concern. Has the existing HMA been tested for PFAS? If not, should it be considered PFAS contaminated?

The existing asphalt pavement has not been tested for PFAS. For bidding purposes, assume no PFAS are present. Changes to PFAS status may result in a condition that warrants a Differing Site Condition.

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64 12/6/24 Can the asphalt millings be recycled back into the pavement section?

If not, where are milling to be disposed?

Recycling or disposal of asphalt millings shall be determined by the DOR.

65 12/6/24 For HMA and PCC paving lots, when does contractor get paid for material placed? Do payment lot submittals need to be approved prior to payment?

Refer to RFP 01200 Design-Build Progress Payments.

66 12/6/24 Is there power available at either laydown yard for a batch plant? Is there a cost for the power?

Refer to RFP 01500 Paragraph 1.6.1 Electricity for Use During Construction.

67 12/6/24 Is there a preferred location for the Contractor's field offices? Can a location with access to electric, water, sewer, comms utilities be provided?

North Zone, inside of the Airfield Fence.

68 12/6/24 What are the allowed working days & working hours? Refer to RFP 01110 1.5. 003

69 12/6/24

While both the UFC and FAA Design Criteria's provide for specific planning details & requirements for PCC Batch Plants, i.e. Delivery Transportation Methods/Time Limits, Stockpile Management, etc., no details are shown in the provided design concept drawings. Our preference / plan is to provide an Onsite Batch Plant for Quality of Product and Quality Control Verification. Will this be acceptable to Air Field Management?

Refer to RFI #69 and #70 response in Amendment 004.

70 12/6/24 Please specify locations where the Contractor can install a batch plant facility.

Refer to RFI #69 and #70 response in Amendment 004.

71 12/6/24 Please confirm that the Contractor shall provide a field office for Government personnel.

Yes, he Contractor shall provide a field office for Government personnel.. Refer to RFP 01500 1.3. 003

72 12/6/24 Is there a requirement to have a full time Health & Safety Manager on the project?

In accordance with US Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, the Contractor shall employ a minimum of one Safety and Health Officer and it shall be a full time responsibility. 003

73 12/6/24

Please confirm that all excess materials generated from the this scope of this project (millings, concrete debris, excess soils) are to be transported to the stockpile areas designated by the Government, and that the contractor will not be responsible for any offsite material export/disposal.

The Contractor is responsible for all excess materials, not the Government.

Refer to RFP 01800 1.9 DEMOLITION. Which includes 1.9.1.3 - Demolish, remove, and dispose of all pertinent utilities, paving, ground cover, vegetation, and structures located within the areas of demolition. Any dirt or soil removed from ground, which is not needed on site to complete this project, shall be removed from the site, and properly disposed of IAW RCRA or applicable Federal State or Local regulations, laws, or ordinances. Dumping or burying waste materials shall be prohibited.

74 12/6/24 Please provide direction on how the contractor obtains site access. Refer to RFP 01111 Paragraph 1.6 Security and Contractor Use of Premises.

75 12/6/24 Please provide the site visit sign-in sheet. See SAM.gov, Amendment 001 and Site Visit Log attachements

76 12/6/24 What permissions and or security measures are required to work on the airfield?

Refer to RFP 01111 Paragraph 1.6 Security and Contractor Use of Premises.

77 12/6/24 Are escorts needed? Refer to RFP 01111 Paragraph 2.2.5.8 Required Escorts and 2.2.5.9 Driver

Training. 003

78 12/6/24 Can the site superintendent also be the site QC manager? In accordance with RFP Section 01450 Paragraph 1.1.2, the Quality Assurance

Manager (QAM) shall be a separate dedicated position. 003

79 12/6/24 What permits are required on the contractor? Permits are referenced throughout the RFP. The contractor is responsible for identifying and obtaining all required permits. 003

80 12/6/24 Can current as-builts be provided? All available drawing information is provided within RFP Attachment C -

Construction Records and Attachment G - Pavement Record Data. 003

81 12/6/24 Are there any air show (or similar) periods when no onsite work can be performed?

The Contractors shall price their work based upon the Hours of Operations as stated in RFP 01110-1.5 003

82 12/6/24 How long does it take to process an excavation permit? Refer to local city and state guidance pertaining to excavation permits. Per RFP

01110 Paragraph 1.17, the contractor shall notify the COR and cognizant utility companies at least 48 hours before excavating. 003

83 12/6/24 Would displacing the threshold of Runway 10/28 be allowed? No. 003

84 12/6/24 Is the groundwater considered to be PFAS contaminated? And if yes, does the groundwater have to be treated? Please provide specific parameters if treatment is required.

The existing groundwater has not been tested for PFAS. For bidding purposes, assume no PFAS are present. Changes to PFAS status may result in a condition that warrants a Differing Site Condition. 003

85 12/6/24 Is construction traffic allowed to cross Runway 10/28 to traverse between north and south section of work?

No. The Contractor shall be prohibited from crossing the active Runway 10-28, unless specifically authorized. Refer to RFP Specification 01110-2.2.1 and 0111-2.2.5.12.4 'Runway Crossing' for additional clarification. 003

86 12/6/24 Is there any specific phasing required or constraints that we need to consider?

Refer to RFP 01111 for Construction Phasing Constraints and Construction Activity Constraints. 003

87 12/6/24 Is there a perimeter road (or similar) that provides access to both southern and northern parts of the project without exiting the base?

No.

88 12/6/24 Is there any known asbestos containing materials or lead based paint within the project limits?

Refer to RFP Specification Sections 01800 1.9.5 which includes sections

1.9.5.1 and 1.9.5.2. 003

89 12/6/24 Is the intent to replace the existing electrical system? Where would be the demarcation point where new work would commence?

No. The intent is not to replace the existing electrical system.

90 12/6/24 Is there any intent to raise or lower the elevation of the runway (i.e. to mitigate elevated groundwater table or drainage issues)?

No.

91 12/6/24 Can the demolition material from the existing runway be recycled into the project?

Yes, demolition material from the existing runway be recycled provided it complies with UFC 3-250-07 'Standard Practice for Pavement Recycling'.

92 12/6/24 Are there any requirements for flaggers within the work area? Refer to RFP 01111 Paragraph 2.2.5.8 Required Escorts. 003

93 12/6/24

Specification page 88 of 223 para 1.4.5 indicates the airfield pavement shall follow FAA design criteria for mix designs, but other elements are to conform to UFC criteria. Is this required because of the existing runway in operation, or can our airfield pavement design follow the UFC/UFGS requirements instead as an "approved equal" alternative?

The UFC pavement mix design is anticipated to be overly restrictive and would likely result in immense difficulty in finding suitable aggregates, thus the FAA mix design has been required over the UFC. The Government will allow compliance with the UFC as an 'approved equal' alternative. See Amendment 0003.

94 12/6/24 Are there any known areas of poor drainage that need to be corrected with this design?

The Government has not identified specific "poor drainage" areas. Bidders should base their bids on the RFP as presented. 003

95 12/6/24 Is an on-site testing laboratory required for this project? Does it need to be Corps of Engineers approved?

No, an on-site testing laboratory is not required and does not require to be US Army Corps of Engineers approved. 003

96 12/6/24 Are crews required to attend the 2-day Corps of Engineers PCC workshop?

Cannot confirm

97 12/6/24 Are crews required to attend the 1-day Corps of Engineers Asphalt workshop?

Cannot confirm

98 12/6/24 Are crews required to attend the 1-day Corps of Engineers Electrical workshop?

Cannot confirm

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Amend 99 12/6/24 Is facilitated partnering a requirement of this project? No. 003

100 12/6/24 How will unforeseen conditions be addressed by the USCG? Refer to FAR 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions. 003

101 12/6/24 Does the USCG intend to contract out a third party Quality Assurance, similar to Title II?

Quality assurance and quality control is the responsibility of the contractor.

Refer to RFP Specification 01450 1.1. 003

102 12/6/24 Can the contractor get paid for materials delivered to the site and not yet installed?

Refer to RFP 01200 3.2.2 Payment for Stored Materials

103 12/6/24 Typical concrete specification call for Type I/II cement, however if it is not readily available regionally, will Type 1L cement be allowed?

Type 1L cement is not authorized per UFGS.

104 12/6/24 If PLA requirements are lifted by the new administration, will an amendment be issued or would this solicitation be cancelled and a new TOA issued?

Cannot confirm.

105 12/6/24 Does the USCG expect the shoulders to be replaced completely? Refer to RFP 01110 1.2.1. Note, RW 1-19 does not have shoulder pavements and shoulders will not be created. TW Kilo and TW Golf work is full-width.

106 12/6/24

Please clarify if all amendment changes issued for the 2023 solicitation have been incorporated into the 2024 solicitation.

The Government incorporated many of the 2023 Solicitation amendments into the 2024 Solicitation, but does not make any guarantee that 100% of the amendments have been incorporated. Contractors shall review and propose on the 2024 (current) Solicitation without regard to the 2023 solicitation.

107 12/6/24

Please clarify if there are any amendment changes issued in the 2023 solicitation that were intentionally not included within the 2024 solicitation.

The Government incorporated many of the 2023 Solicitation amendments into the 2024 Solicitation, but does not make any guarantee that 100% of the amendments have been incorporated. Contractors shall review and propose on the 2024 (current) Solicitation without regard to the 2023 solicitation.

108 12/6/24 We request that the deadline to submit questions be extended until December 27.

RFI deadline is extended to 1/6/2025. See Amendment 0002.

109 12/6/24

PLA mandates typically require all contractors working on the project to adopt the PLA terms, restricting or eliminating a contractor's freedom to select subcontractors. Instead of awarding subcontracts based on cost-effective bids and performance history, the contractor must make awards based on a company's willingness to operate under the PLA. In our experience this typically leads to higher costs associated with the project. Will the Government consider removing the PLA requirement?

There is no plan to remove the PLA requirement from the solicitation at this time, as it is currently a standing requirement.

110 12/6/24

In view of this proposal due date falling after the inauguration date and with the expectation that a new executive order will be issued eliminating the requirement for use of a PLA; would the USCG change the PLA submission requirement form being due with the proposal to a submission post award?

There is no plan to remove the PLA requirement from the solicitation at this time, as it is currently a standing requirement.

111 12/6/24

Please indicate, by appropriate marking, whether or not performance of this contract involves “Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)". If portions of the contract documents are CUI and others are not, please clearly indicate which documents are CUI.

There are no applicable or relevant CUI items within this project.

112 12/6/24 Please provide any relevant questions and answers provided during the original solicitation for this projects.

Contractors shall review and propose on the 2024 (current) Solicitation without regard to the 2023 solicitation. 003

113 12/6/24 section 01110 par.

1.2.1.1

This paragraph indicates to restore the runway to its present dimension of 4,518 ft x 150 ft. Current markings on the runway indicate an approximate 310 ft displaced threshold on the 1 end. Confirm that new runway markings, lighting, etc… is to include a displaced threshold as presently marked and as shown on Conceptual Drawing E-102.

Confirmed.

114 12/6/24 section 01110 par.

1.2.1.2 and 1.2.1.3

Paragraphs 1.2.1.2 & 1.2.1.3 indicate mill and overlays on Taxiways G & K are to be accomplished by mill down to existing concrete surfaces.

Confirm intent that mill and overlay needed on Taxiways C & D are also to be accomplished by milling down to existing concrete surface prior to new overlay.

Transitional mill/overlay work required on TW Charlie and TW Delta on the North Zone is not anticipated to be full depth.

115 12/6/24 C100

Confirm that Option 1 turnaround pavement shall be Full Depth PCC pavement as it is not indicated on the drawing. Also provide quantity of new pavement associated with the new turn around.

Reference RFP 01110 1.2.1.4. The Contractor is responsible for the design, layout, and pavement thickness of Option#1, the turnaround.

116 12/6/24 C100

In the event that Option 1 is not awarded, the asphalt overlay as shown on Taxiway D may not be sufficient to transition to the portion of Taxiway C on the west side of the runway. Confirm that the overlay is to extend as needed to properly transition to that portion of Taxiway C.

Transitional mill/overlay work required for the base bid scope with respect to TW Charlie and TW Delta (North Zone) should comply with UFC criteria. The work extents shown on RFP Drawings were conceptual limits and the proposed concept may extend beyond what has been provided with the RFP concept.

117 12/6/24 C100

Drawings do not show how to handle existing abandoned pavements on each side of the 19 end. These pavements should be removed as part of Base Bid to eliminate need for additional overlays to transition to abandoned pavements. Clarify intent for the existing abandoned pavements on each side of 19 end.

There…