PRA-CHOH_212(1)_-_Amendment_0002.pdf

Amendment No. 002

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION

EASTERN FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY DIVISION

Project PRA-CHOH 212(1)

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Solicitation: DTFH71-14-B-00002

The purpose of this Amendment is to:

1) Replace the B-Pages to update the quantity for structural steel and to delete the bidding of calendar days.

2) Revise the SF1442 to delete the bidding of calendar days.

3) Revise the Plans to update the Tabulations of Quantities sheet.

4) Provide a summary of responses to questions/clarifications asked by potential bidders.

5) Revise the Bid Opening date to November 26, 2013, at 2:00 pm EST.

B-Pages changes

Delete the Solicitation B-Pages (Bid Schedule Instruction pages 1 and 2, and Bid Schedule pages B-1 through B-3), and substitute the amended Solicitation B-Pages (Schedule Instructions page 1 and Bid Schedule pages B-1 through B-3).

SF1442 changes

Delete the SF1442 pages 3 and 4, and substitute the amended SF1442 pages 3 and 4.

Plan changes

Delete Plan Sheet C1, and substitute the amended Plan Sheet C1.

1) Sheet C1 updated to revise the quantity for structural steel.

Amendment No.002

BID SCHEDULE INSTRUCTIONS

PROJECT: PRA-CHOH 212(1)

BIDDERS PLEASE NOTE: Before preparing the bid, carefully read the Instructions to

Bidders. While preparing the bid, comply with the following:

COMPLETING THE BID SCHEDULE

Complete the Bid Schedule(s) by handwriting in ink or typing. Specify a Unit Bid Price, in figures with cents to only two decimal places, for each pay item in the Unit Bid Price column for which a quantity is given. Do not enter or tender a Unit Bid Price for any pay item for which no estimated quantity appears in the Bid Schedule. Determine the products of the respective unit prices and quantities, and show them, in figures, in the Amount Bid column. If a Unit Bid Price and Amount Bid have been inserted by the Government for a pay item, do not change the Unit Bid Price and Amount Bid for the pay item. Determine the Bid Total by adding the amounts of the several items, and show in the block provided on Page B-2. In case of multiplication errors, the Amount Bid for the item will be based on the Unit Bid Price.

To be eligible for award, bidders must submit prices for each pay item.

Review Subsection 109.05 of the FP regarding scope of payment for direct and indirect payment work.

The amount in Block 17 should be completed as follows:

Schedule A - $ .

SCHEDULE OF WORK

The Bid Schedule is comprised of the following:

Schedule A - Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park (B - 1 to B -2)

COMPLETION OF WORK

The date of substantial completion for Schedule A, as defined in Subsection 101.04 of the FP, must be no later than April 17, 2014.

BASIS FOR AWARD

The contract will be awarded to the responsive, responsible bidder with the lowest Evaluation Total Price of Project, which is defined as:

Schedule A Bid Total

Bid Schedule Schedule:A Schedule Type:Base

Project No:PRA-CHOH 212(1)

Project Name:Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park

Bid Schedule Schedule:A Schedule Type:Base

Project No:PRA-CHOH 212(1)

Project Name:Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park

B - 3 Amendment No.002

BID SUMMARY

Project PRA-CHOH 212(1)

(1) Schedule A Bid Total (from Page B-2) = (1) $____________________

The date of substantial completion for Schedule A, as defined in Subsection 101.04 of the FP, must be no later than April 17, 2014.

DO NOT INCLUDE ANY CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION COSTS IN BLOCK 17 OF THE SF-1442

Does the Bidder claim the Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns as defined in FAR Clause 52.219-4?

Yes No

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CONTINUATION OF SF 1442

Block 2:

This project is UN-RESTRICTED - Bids will be accepted from ALL eligible business concerns.

This procurement falls under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 237310 - Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (see FAR Subpart 19.10)

The award of this project is subject to a 10% price evaluation preference for eligible HubZone Small Business Concerns (must be on the SBA listing) (see FAR Clause 52.219-4).

Facsimile and electronic bids will not be accepted.

PHYSICAL DATA AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW

1. Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003 Edition, published by the Federal Highway Administration. http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov.

2. National Park Service Sign Manual, revised - January 1988, United States Department of the Interior. http://www.nps.gov/npsigns.

3. Bridge Inspection Report

4. NEPA Report – Categorical Exclusion Form

Block 9:

In accordance with FAR Provision 52.236-27, Site Visit, a Government representative can be available to show the project to prospective bidders. All requests for site visits see Section E of the solicitation and e-mail all questions concerning this construction project to the following e-mail address eflhd.contracts@dot.gov. Interested parties must provide the Solicitation Number and the relevant project name with all requests and questions.

∗Block 11:

The date of substantial completion for Schedule A, as defined in Subsection 101.04 of the FP, must be no later than April 17, 2014 as specified in the SCR 108.01. Work restrictions can be found in SCR Sections 108 and 156.

Notice to Proceed will be issued within 30 days following receipt of acceptable performance and payment bonds. (Actual Notice to Proceed date will be 10 days from issuance or the date specified in the Notice.)

Block 12A:

Furnish performance and payment bonds in accordance with FAR Clause 52.228-15.

Block 13:

A bid guarantee in the amount of not less than 20 percent of the bid price or $3 million, whichever is less, is required with this bid. If the bidder fails to provide the required bid guarantee, such failure may require rejection of the bid. Reference FAR Provision 52.228-1, Bid Guarantee.

http://www.nps.gov/npsigns mailto:eflhd.contracts@dot.gov

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CONTINUATION OF SF 1442

Block 17:

Amounts should be completed as follows:

Schedule A - $

Other:

The estimated price is expected to fall within the price range of $250,000 to $500,000.

Responsibility of bidders shall be evaluated in accordance with the information provided on the Bidder's Qualification Form, which can be downloaded from FHWA web site. FP-03 versions can be downloaded at the FHWA web site. FHWA web site is http://www.efl.fhwa.dot.gov/contracting-manuals-guides.aspx then click on Construction Specifications.

http://www.efl.fhwa.dot.gov/contracting/Documents.aspx

TABULATION OF QUANTITIES

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION

EASTERN FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY DIVISION

STERLING, VIRGINIA

REG STATE PROJECT SHEET NO.

NPS

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169496 MDNC PRA-CHOH 212(1)

NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO

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Questions/Clarifications

Questions / Clarifications

The following questions and issues were submitted to EFLHD. The Government response or clarification is provided. Due to the repetitive nature of several questions and issues, the wording of the questions may have been revised and some questions have not been included.

The Government’s direct response to the sender may also have been updated below for better clarity.

1. Looking at the plans we see that the bridge has already been designed as a fabricated plate girder. Is there a particular reason that a rolled beam section was not used? If not would a rolled beam with the same or better properties be allowed?

Response: Due to the limited depth in the overall superstructure, plate girders were used to meet the depth requirement and to maintain abutment and roadway elevations. The rolled steel beam may be structurally adequate for flexure, shear, and deflection but it will not fit due to the limited depth.

2. Can the bridge fabricator elect to fabricate the plate girders in full length and eliminate the field splice?

Response: Due to site access constraints, it is not anticipated that the plate girders will be able to be delivered to the site in full length. If the selected contractor determines that delivery to the site in full length is feasible, a change to eliminate the field splice may be proposed after project award.

3. Refer to Bridge Standards – Section 563 – Painting – Page 442 – Table 563-1 – is this a “No Salt” bridge and thus Coat Line item 4 or 5?

Response: This is a salted bridge and System 4 and 5 cannot be used.

4. The subject project’s bid specifications require construction of a nail-laminated timber deck. I am writing today to request that you allow that bids for glulaminated timber decking also be considered.

Response: The current plans and specifications for the bridge will not be changed. Any proposed changes will not be considered during advertisement - any change of this order would occur after contract award. If an alternative system is proposed by the Contractor, shop drawings are to be submitted according to Subsection 104.03 Specifications and Drawings. If shop drawings are significantly different than the details in the plans, it would most likely need to be submitted under Subsection 103.03 Value Engineering. Any change to the details in the plans would have to be evaluated and approved by the CO (and the owner) during construction.

5. Drawing BRP-1206 calls out girder web plates 16” x 7/16”. Can ½” plate be substituted due to scarcity of 7/16” plate?

Response: The current plans and specifications for the bridge will not be changed. Any proposed changes will not be considered during advertisement - any change of this order would occur after contract award. If an alternative system is proposed by the Contractor, shop drawings are to be submitted according to Subsection 104.03 Specifications and Drawings. If shop drawings are significantly different than the details in the plans, it would most likely need to be submitted under Subsection 103.03 Value Engineering. Any change to the details in the plans would have to be evaluated and approved by the CO (and the owner) during construction.

6. DOES THE EXISTING STRUCTURAL STEEL CONTAIN ANY LEAD PAINT? IS THE

EXISTING WOOD DECK TREATED WITH ANY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL?

Response: We do not believe there is any lead paint in the existing steel structure. It is also believed that there is not any hazardous material in the deck.

7. IF SO WHAT PROCEDURE IS NEEDED TO CLEAN THE STEEL AND WHERE IS THE

MATERIAL TO BE DISPOSED?

Response: Based on the response to question #6, we believe it is not necessary.

8. CAN WE CHANGE THE NAILED LAMENATED DECK TO A GLUE LAMINATED

DECK WITH A DIFFERENT TREATMENT THAN .6 CCA. A PENTA TREATMENT

WOULD LAST A LOT LONGER THA CCA?

Response: The current plans and specifications for the bridge will not be changed. Any proposed changes will not be considered during advertisement - any change of this order would occur after contract award. If an alternative system is proposed by the Contractor, shop drawings are to be submitted according to Subsection 104.03 Specifications and Drawings. If shop drawings are significantly different than the details in the plans, it would most likely need to be submitted under Subsection 103.03 Value Engineering. Any change to the details in the plans would have to be evaluated and approved by the CO (and the owner) during construction.

9. WILL WE HAVE ACCESS TO BOTH ABUTMENTS FOR MATERIAL DELIVERY?

Response: Yes, there will be access from both abutments until the bridge is removed.

10. WHAT IS YOUR TURN AROUND TIME ON SHOP DRAWING APPROVAL? THIS IS

CRITICAL TO MEET YOUR COMPLETION TIME

Response: Contractor submittals and Government review times are explained in Subsection 104.03 of the FP and SCRs. Any reduction in Government review time will need to be discussed with the CO after contract award.

11. CAN WE VISIT THE SITE ON OUR OWN OR DO WE HAVE TO HAVE AN

ARRANGED VISIT? SO FAR WE HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM ANYONE FROM

THE SITE OFFICE ABOUT OUR REQUEST TO VISIT THE SITE.

Response: Yes, the site can be visited but the NPS should be notified first.

12. I ASSUME THE BIDS ARE TO BE DELIVERED TO 21400 RIDGETOP CIRCLE,

STERLING VA. 20166. IS THIS CORRECT?

Response: Yes, this is the correct address. Please see the front portion of the solicitation booklet for all bid submittal requirements.

13. The bid schedule item A0501 has a quantity of 102,700 lbs. This price is to include labor and equipment to erect the structural steel. Our take-off quantity is much lower than the bid schedule.

Will this item be paid for the quantity of structural steel and bolts supplied to the job or as lump sum structural steel price?

Response: The quantity for pay item 55502-0000 STRUCTURAL STEEL, FURNISHED, FABRICATED, AND ERECTED will be corrected by Amendment No. 001. The item will be paid for on a unit price basis, not by the lump sum, and in this case by the pound (LB) as defined in Subsection 109.02(k) of the FP. As indicated in Section 555 of the FP and SCRs, this includes labor and equipment; see Subsection 109.05 of the FP.

Please note that quantities shown on the Plans and Bid Schedule are estimated and all items are bid and paid for on a unit price basis. The Contractor will be paid for the amount of work ordered by the CO, completed and accepted per the specifications. If there is an error in the estimated (Bid Schedule) quantity, the overrun/underrun will be accounted for during construction. Please also note all quantities of work must be ordered by the CO; if the Contractor performs work not ordered, the Government will not pay for

it. See the last paragraph of Subsection 109.05 of the FP.