Roof Q A.doc

Roof Questions & Answers

AG-4419-S-10-0478

1. Is this project bonded? If so will you take a Tripartite Agreement? No, this project is not bonded.

2. Is there a price range for the project listed above? The price range for this project is below $50,000.

3. Do we need to have the entire chimney on the small office tuck pointed or just from the roof up? The entire chimney will be tuck pointed.

4. Can you give me a rough idea of how much tuck-pointing there is on this project? The entire chimney will be tuck pointed.

5. Will you issue a SF-1442? No, we will not be issuing an SF-1442 for this project.

6. Please send a copy of the site visit attendees. A list of attendees is attached.

Questions and Answers from Site Visit, 3/23/2010 Q-1. Will the entire chimneys be re-tuckpointed or just certain portions?

A. The entire chimneys will be re-tuckpointed.

Q-2. What bricks will be replaced?

A. All damaged bricks. A photo log will be provided with more detail on the extent of damage that will require replacement.

Q-3. Does the OSHA regulation require all contract employees to complete a 10 hour OSHA training?

A. A link to the text of the regulation is provided in the contract. It is our understanding that a 10 hour training is required for all contract employees with a designated on-site employee having completed a 30 hour OSHA training. By submitting a proposal for this project contractors are self-certifying that they meet state legal requirements.

Q-4. Will roll-on ridge vents be acceptable?

A. No specific model of ridge vent is specified; however, replacement ridge vents shall not reduce venting capacity of building and shall meet all applicable codes for the intended use.

Q-5. Will contractor be responsible for trimming trees next to buildings?

A. No, the trees will be trimmed by others prior to award of contract.

Q-6. Can the contractor install shingles over existing shingles?

A. No, removal of existing shingles and underlayment to the decking will be required prior to installation of new roofing.

Q-7. How will pricing be on decking?

A. Replacement of damaged decking will be performed in accordance with specifications.

Q-8. Contract solicitation lists estimate of cost to be between 500,000 and 1,000,000 dollars; is this correct, it will affect bonding requirements.

A. That price range is incorrect will contact CO for correction. All questions on bonding requirements shall be directed to CO. We are technical representatives for this contract.

Q-8. Would you like to “square-up” the concrete cap on the chimneys with the face bricks on the chimney.

A. No, maintain same approximate lines as existing for replacement work as existing overhang provides a drip-edge. Cap over flue to prevent rain from entering chimney is also required as chimneys are no longer used.