Amendment_0005_Questions_15-19.docx

May 11, 2018 Solicitation 70Z087BPJT21100 - Replace Piping LGH MOQs Contractor Question and Answer; Questions 15-19

Q15. Does this job require American made, or AIS material?

A15. Yes. Use of use only domestic construction materials in construction contracts performed in the United States is required unless the Contracting Officer or higher authority determines an exception applies in accordance with FAR Part 25.02.

Q16. Does this job have two different sizes of pipe 8” & 6”?

A16. No. All sewer pipe is 6” HDPE pipe. The water pipe is various sizes generally under 2” also HDPE. There are some valves to replace in the 8” ductile iron water main, but no 8” pipe to replace.

Q17. Do the new manholes require wrapid seal and poly baggies?

A17. There is no requirement for new manholes. However, there will be new pipe connecting to old manholes. Please see Detail 3, HDPE Pipe Connection to Manhole, on the attached revised sheet C42 to clarify how to connect the new HDPE pipe to an existing manhole. The Contractor will also need to submit a shop drawing on how this work will be done and manufacturer’s catalog cut sheets for all materials to be used for approval before installing.

Q18. Do the fittings for the cleanouts need to be fusion bonded epoxied?

A18. Cutting and fusing the HDPE pipe will be required to connect the pieces of pipe together. However, there is no requirement to also epoxy the joints. All clean outs are cast iron and therefore cannot be fuse bonded together.

Q19. Do the risers for the cleanouts need to be bagged?

A19. No.

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