Questions-Answers-Clarifications 8-6-09.doc

Questions – Answers - Clarifications

AG-94TZ-S-09-0050

Oak Creek Complex, Pine Flat Campground Project

Coconino National Forest, Coconino County, Arizona

Solicitation No.: AG-94TZ-S-09-0050

1. We (the government) need to ensure that the electrical conduit option is present in the buildings. There is an electrical item in the contract to cover all the other electrical items like GFI, lights, sensors, etc. It is up to the contractor on how he handles these and the other electrical items as long as the specifications and such are satisfied.

2. On Sheet 49, et. al., the plans call out “High Density Overlay Panels”. What is the specification for this? Also, in one note it calls out 5/8” while others indicate ½”. Please delineate where each thickness is to be used.

The interior finish for all non-concrete block walls and ceiling shall be a high density panel overlaid with a durable and cleanable fiberglass surface. Sanitary walls by Citadel Architectural Products distributed by ACI Distribution, 3836 West Buckeye Building C, Phoenix, AZ 85009, ph (602)233-8621, fax (602)233-1738, www.acidistribution.com, or approved equal is acceptable. Details 1 and 2 on sheet 49 show where the different thickness of material is to be used.

3. If the existing electrical lines are damaged during construction, they will need to be repaired with a waterproof splice according to Section 16123. “Make splices, taps, and terminations to carry full ampacity of conductors with no perceptible temperature rise”.

4. If the existing edge of asphalt roadway is damage during excavation for the ABC shouldering, it will need to be saw cut to a uniform shape and size in preparation of an asphalt patch. Care should be taken during this process to minimize any possible damage. The government will work with the contractor in regards to existing rocks, trees, and other items that can not be moved near the edge or the asphalt roadway.

5. All existing tables and fire rings that are to be salvaged as marked by the COR are to be relocated to Cave Springs Campground by the contractor per sheets 3 and 4.

6. The new toilet at Bootlegger Day Use Area shall receive all the electrical conduit and boxes for a future solar panel system.

7. The existing vaults are approximately 6’ x 6’ x 4’-3” in size or approximately 1,150 gallons. It will be the contractor’s responsibility to have them pumped prior to any demolition work.

8. On Sheet 48, Details 4 and 5 (and on the Interior Finish Schedule, Sheet 45) the plans call out Composition Flooring with Cove Base”. What is the specification for this?

The cove base and composition flooring called out in the details on sheets 45 and 48 is not required for this contract and eliminated.

9. According to ADEQ, it is required that all vault toilets are to be equipped with and alarm system that will be tripped whenever it reaches a certain percent of capacity. Is this alarm to be included in our proposal, or is this to be the Owner’s responsibility? If we are to include it, what is the specification for this alarm system?

The alarm system for the vault toilets and septic holding tanks required by ADEQ will be the government’s responsibility. Do not include alarms systems in the bids for theses items.

10. On the Schedule of Items, it calls out the “Timber Post Pads to be at 5,350 linear feet. Out initial take off indicates well over 8,000 linear feet. Are we to calculate our bid in accordance with the Schedule of Items or according to the quantities indicated on the plans?

There are two type of edging for the use and tent pads on the schedule of items. One is timber post pads and the other is rock assemblies – rock faced walls/steps.

11. Is there a quantity for the stone steps other than what is indicated on the plans?

The quantity for stone steps is included in the rock assemblies – rock faced walls/steps bid item.

12. On Sheet 48, Detail 2, et. al., the plans call out “Tectop” finish. What is the specification for this?

Tectop was a manufacturer but no longer exists

The interior finish for all non-concrete block walls and ceiling shall be a high density panel overlaid with a durable and cleanable fiberglass surface. Sanitary walls by Citadel Architectural Products distributed by ACI Distribution, 3836 West Buckeye Building C, Phoenix, AZ 85009, ph (602)233-8621, fax (602)233-1738, www.acidistribution.com, or approved equal is acceptable. Details 1 and 2 on sheet 49 show where the different thickness of material is to be used.

13. Reference to bid item 5130(02) Grills, 45 each. Being as there is no specification or supplier listed, please provide information on this item. Could this possibly be grills associated with the Fire Rings by Pilot Rock?

Schedule of items 5130(02) grills needs to be removed from the list. It is covered under schedule of items 2478(01) grills (new).

14. On the Schedule of Items, Item 16000(01), it request a break-out for Electrical Distribution System at Pine Flat Camp Ground. What specifically is supposed to be included in this item? Is this where you want the electrical for the new rest rooms? The new Host Site Pedestal? Are there supposed to be refurbishments done to the existing systems? We’ve assumed that this does not include the 100’ of Electrical trench listed on Item 02223(01), but we’re not certain exactly what it does include.

Any and all electrical items are covered and paid for under schedule of item 16000(01). It includes all the electrical items for the new toilets, new host pedestal, connecting the existing electrical lines the new buildings, ensuring the existing breaker box is up to code, connecting the existing electrical to the new Kiosks, connection/relocation of exiting host site pedestal’s if needed, coordination with APS if needed and proposed electrical plan.

15. Do we have any quantity of estimation for the Shoulder ABC required per Detail 4 on Sheet 27? Which line in the Schedule of Items is this supposed to be listed on?

The ABC material for the shoulders per detail 4 on sheet 27 is covered under schedule of items 301(01). It includes the shoulder material and new material for Bootlegger Day use area.

16. On Sheet 33, the details for the water hydrants, there appears to be some sort of structure behind the stonework. What is this structure made of?

There is no structure behind the stonework for the water hydrants. Per details on sheet 33 the hydrants shall be CMU units faced with basalt rock. The pipe is the only feature that comes up though the water hydrant structure.

17. Sheets 53 thru 55 show two different CXT Pre-cast toilet buildings, Double Rocky Mountain and Double Cascadian. Which of these are you requesting us to install? If there is supposed to be some of each, how many of each are there supposed to be and at what locations?

The government wants the Double Rocky Mountain with chase as indicated in the specification under section 13100 for all toilets.

18. Is there a certain assembly method you were wanting at the Kiosks? Is this to be through-bolted, nailed, lag screws . . . ? Also, is there a particular material to beused for the Kiosk at the exposed conditions, particularly the Posts and Beams? Are these to be rough-cut to match the trim pieces? Is this lumber to be pressuretreated? What wood species? Are there any other construction details available?

All major wood components for the Kiosks shall either be lag screwed or bolted through. If the bolt through method is used all bolt heads and nuts shall be recessed to give a clean appearance and reduce the chance of vandalism. The wood members shall be rough cut Douglas fir treated timber per specification 6100 – Carpentry. There is an example of this particular structure at Little Horse Tailhead along highway 179.

19. On Sheet 64, there is a detail showing the Typical Cobble Detail for Tree Protection. Do we have a count on how many trees are to receive this treatment? Which Schedule Item is this to be reflected on?

We do not currently anticipate any trees needing this treatment but if the something is changed in the field we could possible need the cobble detail. This work will be considered incidental to and covered under the 2224(01) – Excavation, embankment, compaction for use pads.

20. On some of the camp site plans, the abbreviation “FG EMB” is used. What is the meaning of this abbreviation? Should this note be used at all grade points?

FG EMB – Finished Grade Embankment – These sites will need to be built up with fill material prior to any other work taking place.

21. Are the new meters to be APS Utilities meters or submeters to be read by Park personnel?

There are no new meters to be installed.

22. Are the existing feeders rated for 200A? Can the existing feeders be reused if 200A panels are to be installed at each restroom?

The contractor shall verify that the existing panel at the meter is wired according to current codes and can be reused. All new buildings shall receive a new disconnect boxes similar to the existing to feed the new lights and other electrical components in the buildings.

23. What is the ampere rating of each of the new host site pedestals. Again, are the existing feeders adequately sized if the pedestals are rated at 100A or 200A?

There is one new host pedestal to be installed and connected to the system. The existing host pedestals shall be disconnected and reinstalled if necessary for construction. Wiring shall be reused or established for the new Kiosks.

24. The vault access covers are in the specifications under section 10800 – Building Accessories.

25. The 12” vent pipes are in the specifications under section 10800- Building Accessories. They should be a minimum of schedule 80 PVC, black in color, extend 3 feet over the highest point on the roof, and have a bell end that can be cast into the concrete floor.

26. The soffits, exterior siding and trim shall be per the plans and not hardiplank, hardisoffit, or harditrim as called for under specification 6100 – Carpentry section 2.3.

27. Recreational signs, posts and hardware are to be furnished installed by the contractor. The recreational signs shall be provided by P&M Signs, Inc. phone 1-866-767-4461, Fax (505) 847-0007, website www.pmsignsinc.com or Wood Product Signs, 4890 County Road 76, Parlin, Colorado 81239, Phone (970) 641-1675, www.woodproductsigns.com, or approved equal. Panels shall consist of standard 3M reflective sheeting mounted on aluminum or wood backing.