Amendment 1.pdf

State of South Carolina

Invitation For Bid

EXEMPT

AMENDMENT #1

Solicitation:

Date Issued:

Procurement Officer:

Phone:

E-Mail Address:

Mailing Address:

5400026551 2/29/2024

KAREN BROOKS

803-737-8380 Brookskm@scdot.org 955 Park Street, Room 101 Columbia, SC 29201

DESCRIPTION: *3 Year On Call Catch Basin Repair USING GOVERNMENTAL UNIT: SC Department of Transportation

SUBMIT YOUR OFFER ON-LINE AT THE FOLLOWING URL: http://www.procurement.sc.gov SUBMIT OFFER BY (Opening Date/Time): 3/5/2024 14:30:00 (See "Deadline For Submission Of Offer" provision) QUESTIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY: 2/28/2024 12:00:00 EXPIRED (See "Questions From Offerors" provision) NUMBER OF COPIES TO BE SUBMITTED: one online CONFERENCE TYPE: Nonmandatory Pre-Bid

DATE & TIME: 2/27/2024 10:00:00 EXPIRED

(As appropriate, see "Conferences - Pre-Bid/Proposal" & "Site Visit" provisions)

LOCATION: SCDOT Richland Maintenance, 7201 Fairfield Road Columbia, SC 29203

AWARD &

AMENDMENTS

Award will be posted on 3/19/2024. The award, this solicitation, any amendments, and any related notices will be posted at the following web address: http://www.procurement.sc.gov

You must submit a signed copy of this form with Your Offer. By signing, You agree to be bound by the terms of the Solicitation. You agree to hold Your Offer open for a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days after the Opening Date. (See "Signing Your Offer" provision.)

NAME OF OFFEROR

(full legal name of business submitting the offer)

Any award issued will be issued to, and the contract will be formed with, the entity identified as the Offeror. The entity named as the offeror must be a single and distinct legal entity. Do not use the name of a branch office or a division of a larger entity if the branch or division is not a separate legal entity, i.e., a separate corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, etc.

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

(Person must be authorized to submit binding offer to contract on behalf of Offeror.)

DATE SIGNED

TITLE

(business title of person signing above)

STATE VENDOR NO.

(Register to Obtain S.C. Vendor No. at www.procurement.sc.gov)

PRINTED NAME

(printed name of person signing above)

STATE OF INCORPORATION

(If you are a corporation, identify the state of incorporation.)

OFFEROR'S TYPE OF ENTITY: (Check one) (See "Signing Your Offer" provision.)

___ Sole Proprietorship ___ Partnership ___ Other_____________________________

___ Corporate entity (not tax-exempt) ___ Corporation (tax-exempt) ___ Government entity (federal, state, or local)

COVER PAGE - ON-LINE ONLY (MAR. 2015)

mailto:Brookskm@scdot.org http://www.procurement.sc.gov/

AMENDMENTS TO SOLICITATION

(a) The Solicitation may be amended at any time prior to opening. All actual and prospective Offerors should monitor the following web site for the issuance of Amendments: www.procurement.sc.gov (b) Offerors shall acknowledge receipt of any amendment to this solicitation (1) by signing and returning the amendment, (2) by identifying the amendment number and date in the space provided for this purpose on Page Two, (3) by letter, or (4) by submitting a bid that indicates in some way that the bidder received the amendment. (c) If this solicitation is amended, then all terms and conditions which are not modified remain unchanged.

The following changes have been made to Section III. SCOPE OF WORK/SPECIFICATIONS: RED UNDERLINED

TEXT IS ADDED TO THE ORIGINAL PROVISION.

III. SCOPE OF WORK/SPECIFICATIONS

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is soliciting for a 3 year on-call replacement of Catch Basins within the right-of-way in Richland County and in compliance with the specifications herein.

Each year, a list of catch basins will be provided by August 30th that will need to be repaired before the end of the current fiscal year (June 30th).

Description:

The work specified in this contract consists of the replacement and/or conversion of Florida type catch basin tops to Types 16, 17 or 18, in various locations in Richland County and Chapin area of Lexington County. This work shall consist of all materials, labor, equipment, tools, and incidentals necessary to perform the work specified in this contract. It shall also include the proper clean up and disposal of all debris associated with the removal of the damaged catch basin and other materials. The contractor is expected to furnish their own traffic control that must conform to Part V of the South Carolina Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (as described below under Work Zone Traffic Control.)

Each top shall require a minimum of 10 linear feet of sidewalk and curb and gutter on each side of the new catch basin retrofit to be removed and replaced with the catch basin, if existing. Exceptions can be made for catch basin tops adjacent to ADA ramps and or structures as approved by an SCDOT RME or his/her Representative.

All concrete shall conform to the requirements as specified. The removal of the existing top, sidewalk, curb and gutter, and throat shall be performed so as not to damage the existing catch basin brickwork, adjacent pavement edge, adjacent concrete or adjacent structures or property. If pavement must be removed to accommodate the new structure, it will be saw cut to provide an acceptable pavement edge. The amount of removal will be deemed as the amount necessary to successfully convert the catch basin and provide the proper drainage. The new catch basin top and throat shall be formed, graded, placed and finished in accordance with the attached Standard Drawings. All concrete associated with the conversion is to be Class 3000 concrete mix from an SCDOT certified concrete plant. Concrete shall be thoroughly consolidated against the faces of all forms and joints, including concrete previously constructed.

The existing concrete shall be removed to the dimensions indicated by the SCDOT representative, with the face of the cut being straight and vertical. Areas to be removed will be indicated using pink paint. Concrete shall be formed, graded, placed, and finished in accordance with the attached Standard Drawings. Any expansion joint material damaged or removed during the concrete removal and grading process shall be replaced. The concrete used for replacement shall be an SCDOT approved Class 3000 Portland Cement Concrete mix from an SCDOT certified concrete plant.

All sidewalks shall be 4" in depth unless otherwise specified and shall match the existing sidewalk in width.

Concrete shall be thoroughly consolidated against the faces of all forms and joints, including concrete previously constructed, by means of vibrators inserted in the concrete.

Finishing of concrete shall be performed so as to produce a smooth finish. After concrete begins to set, a brush finish shall be applied. Immediately after finishing operations are complete, the concrete shall be cured with an approved curing compound or by other methods approved by the SCDOT representative. Pre-cast lids are preferred however specifications must be supplied prior to their use.

The work will include:

• Conversions of catch basins

• Construction of 4" sidewalk

• Construction of curb and gutter

Special Provisions:

Contractor shall notify Resident Maintenance Engineer's office 24 hours prior to beginning any work. Work is to begin within two weeks of the Purchase Order issuance.

All work shall conform to recognized standards of construction and shall be performed in a workmanlike manner.

Adequate provisions shall be made for the proper drainage of the highway.

All work shall be subject to the supervision and satisfaction of the Department.

A minimum of ten feet of curb and gutter and/or sidewalk on either side of each catch basin top, if present, must be removed in order to ensure a proper tie-in unless otherwise directed by the Engineer.

Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment and materials necessary to meet minimum standards for traffic control as outlined in Part V of the South Carolina Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways. In the event the department discovers the contractor has failed to utilize acceptable traffic control devices and procedures and provide traffic control as outlined by the SCMUTCD, the contractor shall be promptly notified. If the contractor fails to immediately correct the condition, then all work shall be suspended until such conditions are corrected. The department shall have the authority to withhold partial payment for any work on this contract if the contractor has failed to utilize acceptable traffic control devices and procedures and provide traffic control as outlined by the

SCMUTCD.

Lane closures shall be prohibited during Holidays, weekends, special events, and peak traffic times. Peak traffic times are from 7:00 a.m. To 9:00 a.m. And 4:00 p.m. To 7:00 p.m. No work shall be performed on roadway rights-of-way during times of darkness or inclement weather. The department reserves the right to suspend a lane closure if any resulting traffic backups are deemed excessive.

The work is intended to be turnkey job with no payment made until acceptance by the Resident Maintenance Engineer's office. Completed work shall consist of all necessary concrete work and finishing, brick work associated with the drainage box, necessary tie-ins (dressing with topsoil, or tying in with asphalt as necessary), and clean up.

The Contractor is responsible for leaving work area safe to motorists and pedestrians during non-working hours.

Please note that many of these catch basins will be stand-alone and might not include any additional sidewalk or curb work. You will still be required to complete these catch basin replacements or repairs following all other specifications in this solicitation. Please base your quote accordingly.

Method of Measurement:

Concrete catch basins will be measured by each. This includes the 20 linear feet of curb and gutter and sidewalk, if present at the catch basin location. The 20 linear feet of curb and gutter and sidewalk shall not be billed separately.

The Contractor shall perform all services, including traffic control, in accordance with the latest addition of the SCDOT Standard Specifications for Highway Construction. https://www.scdot.org/business/standard-specifications.aspx

SCDOT’s Standard Drawings can be accessed through the following link – SCDOT Standard Drawings : website drawings, standards and disclaimer https://www.scdot.org/business/standard-specifications.aspx https://www.scdot.org/business/standard-specifications.aspx https://www.scdot.org/business/standard-drawings.aspx

Work Zone Traffic Control:

Work Zone Traffic Control – General:

The Contractor shall provide WORK ZONE TRAFFIC CONTROL. Work Zone Traffic Control (including devices, placement, equipment/vehicle requirements, and worker requirements) shall comply with these specifications, all supplemental specifications, the Engineer, and the latest editions of the following documents:

Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) http://www.mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov

SCDOT Standard Specifications for Highway Construction https://www.scdot.org/business/standard-specifications.aspx

Engineering Directive No. 32 – Hourly Restrictions for Lane Closures on Interstates and Primary Routes (For areas where dual lines of cable guardrail are in place on the interstate requiring the work be conducted under lane closures) Work Zone Traffic Control - Manuals, Procedures and guidelines (scdot.org)

All Work Zone Traffic Control devices shall be appropriate/proper for the given work zone and shall be in place before work commences each business day. The Engineer shall direct the Contractor to suspend operations at any time Work Zone Traffic Control is not compliant. The Contractor shall take immediate action to correct any Work Zone Traffic Control deficiency. No work shall proceed until the deficiency is corrected.

All Work Zone Traffic Control devices shall be promptly removed when work is complete each day.

The Contractor shall be responsible for establishing a safe work area to motorists and pedestrians while working and for leaving the area safe during non-working hours. Adequate provisions shall be made for the protection of the highway traffic at all times during all activities. The work shall be planned and carried out to minimize the inconvenience to the traveling public and adjacent landowners. All Work Zone Traffic Control devices, except for Category IV devices, shall comply with the requirements of the National Cooperative Highway Research Program Report 350 (NCHRP Report 350) http://onlinepubs.trb.org/onlinepubs/nchrp/nchrp_rpt_350-a.pdf An approved products list has been developed and only those traffic control devices listed on the “Approved Products List for Traffic Control Devices in Work Zones” are considered acceptable. This approved products list also includes the implementation dates and any special conditions or restrictions for each device. The approved products list is available on the following SCDOT intranet website: Work Zone Traffic Control - Manuals, Procedures and guidelines (scdot.org)

Lane closures may be restricted to specific days and times by the Engineer. The primary route highway will not be affected by this work and no lanes on the primary route will be closed during the activity. All necessary traffic control including, detours, lights, barricades, warning signs, flagmen, etc. shall be provided and provided for by the Contractor.

Engineering Directive No. 32 – Hourly Restrictions for Lane Closures on Interstates and Primary Routes (For areas where dual lines of cable guardrail are in place on the interstate requiring the work be conducted under lane closures) Work Zone Traffic Control - Manuals, Procedures and guidelines (scdot.org)

Work Zone Traffic Control - Signs, Sign Stands, Etc.:

Subsections 601.1, 601.2, 601.3 and 601.4 of the Standard Specifications shall apply. All signs mounted on portable sign supports shall have a minimum mounting height of five feet from the ground to the bottom of the sign. Signs shall be reasonably clean and clearly legible. Signs that are faded/deteriorated/illegible are not acceptable. Flagmen, warning signs, barricades, and/or other suitable protective devices shall be placed not less than five hundred feet in each direction from the work site while loading or unloading materials or equipment.

Work Zone Traffic Control - Equipment Requirements:

All work vehicles shall at a minimum have a top-mounted amber color warning light that is fully operational. This light shall meet the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Class I standards and must provide 360 degree visibility.

http://www.mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/ https://www.scdot.org/business/standard-specifications.aspx https://www.scdot.org/business/workzone-traffic-control.aspx http://onlinepubs.trb.org/onlinepubs/nchrp/nchrp_rpt_350-a.pdf https://www.scdot.org/business/workzone-traffic-control.aspx https://www.scdot.org/business/workzone-traffic-control.aspx https://www.scdot.org/business/workzone-traffic-control.aspx

A standard Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem shall be mounted on the rear of all slow-moving equipment. All equipment shall conform to the prevailing OSHA standards.

Work Zone Traffic Control - Worker Requirements:

The Contractor shall be responsible for the safety and health of all [his/her] workers on the job and shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) as well as state regulations At a minimum, workers shall wear a class II safety vest in accordance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Worker Visibility Rule. All high-visibility safety apparel is required to have an orange-red background. Faded/deteriorated vests are not acceptable. For specific worker safety requirements, the bidder/Contractor should contact the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (http://www.llr.state.sc.us/)

"CALL BEFORE YOU DIG." The contractor is responsible for utility locations and relocations.

All work shall be done in accordance with all specifications given in the bid package and to the satisfaction of the Resident Maintenance Engineer or his designee. Inclement weather, scheduling changes, billing, or the reporting of any damages caused by the contractor shall be directed to the RME or his/her designee immediately.

Non-Compliance/Non-Refundable Deductions

The list of non-compliance items and respective non-refundable deductions is provided below in the TABLE OF

NON- COMPLIANCE ITEMS:

• The Engineer may suspend work if non-compliance occurs, regardless of category, until actions are corrected.

• The Engineer will report Non-Compliance and Non-Refundable Deductions assessed to the Contractor using the NON-COMPLIANCE NOTICE (Appendix F), by email within three business days of non-compliance identification.

• The Contractor shall reply to the Engineer’s non-compliance email within three business days of receipt. The Contractor must dispute any non-refundable deductions in writing within three business days of receipt of notification of assessment.

• The Engineer and the Contractor should reach an agreement. If no agreement can be attained, the Engineer shall submit the issue to his/her respective District Office who will serve as the arbitrator for the case.

Category Item Non-Refundable Deduction

A Inclement Weather $500 per offense A Pre-Performance Meeting $500 per offense A Contractor Activity Work

Schedule $500 per offense

A Negligent Operations- Damage to SCDOT Property

$500 per offense + repair cost

A Disposal of Debris $500 per offense A Equipment Requirements $500 per offense B B Activity Start Date $500 per business day until work begins B Work Progression(i) and

Completion(ii) (i)$750 per business day that work is suspended (ii) $750 per business day until work is complete

B Work Zone Traffic Control

$750 per offense

Negligent Operation - Third Party Property Damage

Negligent operation that results in damage sustained by a third party’s property, requires receipt of a claim from the third party. Examples of damage to third party property due to negligent operation include but are not limited to http://www.llr.state.sc.us/ damage to: private real property, such as a mailbox(s), a driveway(s), a third party vehicle(s) or property caused by an item ejected from equipment, and a utility feature(s). The Contractor will indemnify and hold harmless SCDOT and all of its officers, agents, and employees from all suits or claims for property damage pursuant to Section 107.18 of the Standard Specifications. In cases of third party property damage claims resulting from any activities and/or associated activities performed by the Contractor while performing work, SCDOT shall provide to the claimant the Contractor’s name, address and phone number. The Contractor shall be responsible for receiving and processing such claims.

Third Party Personal Injury

The Contractor will indemnify and hold harmless SCDOT and all of its officers, agents, and employees from all suits or claims for personal injury pursuant to Section 107.18 of the Standard Specifications. In cases of third party personal injury claims resulting from sound wall repair activities and/or associated activities performed by the Contractor, SCDOT shall provide to the claimant the Contractor’s name, address, email and phone number. The Contractor shall be responsible for receiving and processing such claims.

SEE BIDDING SCHEDULE

See Bidding Schedule

DELIVERY/PERFORMANCE LOCATION – PURCHASE ORDER

After award, all deliveries shall be made and all services provided to the location specified by the Using Governmental Unit in its purchase order.

DELIVERY DATE -- PURCHASE ORDER

Work must begin within 14 days of issuance of purchase order and must continue until completed unless approved otherwise by the County.