Addendum_1_ITB_06-25_Annual_Contract_Electrical_Construction.pdf

200 CANAL STREET / P.O. BOX 100

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32170-010

ITB # 06-25

ANNUAL CONTRACT ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION

DATE: February 7, 2025

RE: ITB No. 06-25 ADDENDUM NO. 01

NSBU is issuing the following addendum. As such it becomes an integral part of the proposal and must be acknowledged by the return of this signed form, with your proposal form, acknowledging receipt of the addendum.

• Will all the areas be awarded as one or can just Transmission be priced without negative impacts of award? NSBU Plans to award this contract to multiple vendors and would consider vendors specializing in area of expertise.

• We do not do any type of hot work or aerial. Would it be possible to bid on underground only? NSBU Plans to award this contract to multiple vendors and would consider vendors specializing in area of expertise.

• Can we bid only the distribution portion of the contract? NSBU Plans to award this contract to multiple vendors and would consider vendors specializing in area of expertise.

• The owner of the firm (and the PM) has 13 years of relevant experience. Will this satisfy the experience requirement for Tab #1 if we have formed a new business three years ago? NSBU requires Firms have been in business the minimum of five (5) years

• Please confirm if contract is part time or will require a full time crew. Page 1 references

"as needed Transmission/Distribution Line Construction OH/URD" Page 28 references "routine daily assignments" Contract is for Construction work as needed. This may include months of maintenance work as well as small projects.

• In reference to bid opportunity ITB 06-25 for the Annual OH/UG Electrical Line Construction Contract, what license(s) is/are required by NSBU in order to perform the work outlined in this contract? Currently, we have a Florida Certified Utility Line Specialty contractor’s license and I just want to confirm this license is sufficient before moving forward with the bid. NSBU will accept Utility Line Contractor or Equal approved ot work in the state of Florida

• Qualus is interested in the above invitation to bid. Qualus provide transmission and distribution line engineering and partners with a T&D contractor for similar projects. We would like clarification on the ITB as follows: Does the contract include engineering (along with the construction) or is the contract a construction contract using NSBU supplied engineering? Contract is for Construction work as needed.

• Is the BID BOND applicable for this bid solicitation? Previous Practice has not required Bid Bonds for “as needed” services

• If so, what would be the contract amount? N/A

• Is NSBU/Commission providing a Show-Up Yard, or is Contractor/Bidder responsible for this? NSBU can provide a show up location by Smyrna Substation. Contractor is responsible for keeping the site clean and organized

• Is NSBU/Commission providing Dumpsters, or is Contractor/Bidder responsible for this?

NSBU can provide dumpsters for scrap metals and trash

• Is NSBU/Commission providing Porta Johns, or is Contractor/Bidder responsible for this? Contractor is responsible for ordering and maintaining Porta John facilities

• Who determines the crew size? Contractor/Bidder. This information to be provided to the NSBU representative for approval prior to commencing work.

• Can the "before" and "after" pictures be taken from the Contractor's/Bidder's crews, or will a third party need to be involved? Can be taken from Contractor/Bidder’s crews.

• How are the costs of permits handled? Permit costs will be paid by NSBU. Contractor to submit with invoices.

• Will NSBU/Commission provide parking for crews and equipment? NSBU can provide a show up location by Smyrna Substation. Contractor is responsible for keeping the site clean and organized

• Is Contractor/Bidder required to submit Certified Payroll? Certified Payroll is not required but detailed invoicing is. Include, staff, equipment & hours

• How many crews is NSBU/Commission expecting to employ? Crew requirements will be determined by the work assigned to contractor.

• Will there be continuous work projected for the crew throughout 2025? Can not guarantee continuous work. However, with the growth activities in the area we expect steady work for the coming years.

• Does mob/demob apply when bringing-in additional crews or labor onsite? Yes

• Are mob/demob rates applied per crew or per crew member? Per crew

• How is the cost of restoration handled for pole replacement and trenching, as these are unknown quantities? Restoration is reimbursed based upon actual final quantities.

This information to be provided to the NSBU representative for approval prior to completing restoration activities and submittal for reimbursement.

• How is cost for traffic control beyond the normal crew setup handled (i.e., lane/road closures)? Contractor responsible for MOT activities with costs reimbursed by

NSBU.

• Can we submit pricing for each step of the apprenticeship as opposed to one price for all? Yes, You can provide additional pricing sheet outlining apprenticeship rates through the steps

• Would NSBU consider MOT requiring an MOT subcontractor invoiced as a passthrough

vs. needing to absorb an unknown into the unit pricing? MOT subcontractor costs can be treated as passthrough. MOT costs to be provided as a passthrough from MOT subcontractor. Contractor to notify NSBU representative of anticipated costs prior to commencing work.

• SC-5. HOURS OF WORK. Normal working hours for construction crews shall be established on the basis of working five (5) days per week, single shift, eight (8) hours per day. QUESTION: Can we work a 4/10 schedule in lieu of 5/8’s?. Yes, Please write the request for 4/10 hour shifts as an exception and NSBU will consider this shift

A Copy of This Signed Form Must Accompany Your Proposal

Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda No. 1

Company_______________________________________

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