Addendum 1- 53-25-011 Hoppers Questions.Answers.pdf
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- 53-25-011
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- Carteret County, Nashville Town, North Carolina
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Addendum 1 for RFP #53-25-011 is issued by the North Carolina State Ports Authority for a procurement of fabricated rail hopper cargo handling equipment. The addendum addresses two specific vendor questions regarding the technical specifications of the project, specifically clarifying details about the Clamshell design and steel finishes. The Request for Proposal seeks two 32" gauge rail hoppers with a 75 cubic yard capacity, to be used for discharging bulk products like grains and fertilizers directly to railcars and trucks. Proposals are due by April 29, 2025, at 4:00 PM, with the procurement targeting completion by January 30, 2026.
The addendum provides critical technical clarifications, including design specifications for the Clamshell component and confirmation that certain steel components like guard rails, handrails, stair treads, and grating will remain galvanized without additional painting. The attached technical drawings (pages 2-3) provide detailed schematics for the bin gate details, transition spool details, and various plate and connection specifications. The procurement follows a "Best Value" evaluation method, considering factors such as vendor experience, technical approach, delivery capabilities, references, cost, and warranty compliance, with components requiring precise manufacturing standards from organizations like ASTM, AWS, and NEMA.
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RFP #53-25-011 ADDENDUM 1
FAILURE TO RETURN THIS BID ADDENDUM IN ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS MAY SUBJECT YOUR
BID TO REJECTION ON THE AFFECTED ITEM(S).
INSTRUCTIONS: Please make the following change(s) in the bid referenced above.
Refer ALL Inquiries regarding this RFP to:
Marie Humphrey Marie.humphrey@ncports.com 571-919-9890
Request for Proposal # 53-25-011
Proposals will be publicly opened:
Upon receipt no later than April 29, 2025, by 4:00PM Commodity No. and Description:580-01 Fabricated Rail Hopper Caro Handling Equipment Using Agency: North Carolina State Ports Authority
Execute Addendum:
BIDDER: _____________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS (CITY & STATE): _______________________________________________________
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE: __________________________________ DATE: _______________
NAME and TITLE (Print): _________________________________________________________
QUESTIONS/ANSWERS:
Question # Reference Vendor Question Answer Question #1 Attachment H:
Scope of Work, Exhibit 2, Drawings as outlined by Andrew Consulting Engineers S-703
A4 illustrates Clamshell Flange Connection Detail however, there are no details to fabricate the Clamshell itself. If the intention is to have this fabricated and attached, please provide detailed drawings of the Clamshell.
The Clamshell will be designed in accordance with the attached files:
ClamShell2020-Bin Gate.pdf = provides more dimensions.
ClamShell2020-Transition Spool.pdf = also gives more detail to the dimensions of the mating hopper collar where the chute attaches.
Question #2 Attachment H:
Scope of Work, Exhibit 1, Technical Document as Outlined by Andrew Consulting Engineers.
Specification page Section 055213-3 paragraph 2.6
STEEL FINISHES
Paragraph 2.6 of reference directs the use of “Hot dip” galvanized steel railings. Please clarify these items will not receive additional preservation.
According to Attachment H:
Scope of Work, Exhibit 1 Technical Document. Section:
099600-2; Part 2 – PRODUCTS,
2.1 C The topcoat colors of the
Hopper Platform, the table indicates the Guard Rails, Handrails, Stair Treads and Grating shall not be painted, only Galvanized.
mailto:Marie.humphrey@ncports.com
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| ClamShell2020-Transition Spool.pdf |
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