Questions and Answers- DBEH 20-1521 Shoreline Restoration.pdf

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Solicitation: FA252122B001 Project Number: DBEH 20-1521

Project Description: Restore Shoreline Space Launch Complex (SLC) 46 Cape Canaveral SFS, FL.

Ref: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page _31 00 00 – 1.6_

Q1. Subsurface borings were terminated at a depth of 7-8.5’ below grade due to the possibility of petroleum impacted soil. Will the Contractor be required to bring a geotechnical firm back on-site to finish boring to a depth of 21’ (depth of sheet piles) based on this initial recommendation?

If petroleum impacted soils are found, will the remediation of soil be handled as a change order?

Note that water jetting may be used to assist driving piles, which may cause additional environmental issues if petroleum impacted soils are found.

A1. No additional boring will be required, contractors are not responsible for remediation if petroleum impacted soils or any other hazardous waste is encountered.

Ref: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page __01 57 19 – 3.17_

Q2. Given that no construction can occur within the Beach Area from 01 May through 31 October, will the government allow the stockpiling of material and payment for stored materials during this period to help mitigate material cost increases that would occur due to our vendors not being able to hold their pricing for extended periods of time.

A2. Any additional laydown or material stockpile areas not already identified will require further environmental review and may require further consultation with USFWS depending on location. These should be identified early so that any further approvals can be worked. Additional comment provided by Kevin Bodge: This is definitely not an issue to store materials at site from 1 May-31 Oct, so long as they are stored in “UPLAND AREA” as defined in 01 57 19, Par 3.17. The no-construction environmental window restrictions apply only to the “BEACH AREA” as defined in 01 57 19, Par 3.17.

Ref: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page _Sheet C-104__

Q3. Details show the use of two (2) different sheet pile profiles. Can the whole wall be built using the larger profile (SG-950) if it is more cost effective and the panels are more readily available? Typically, manufacturers will only retool and fabricate runs when specific quantities are met.

A3. Yes, entire wall may be built with larger profile (Zone 1) sheetpile. In that instance, the size & details of the concrete cap shall conform to the larger profile sheetpile; and, the sheetpile lengths shall be not less than those indicated in the drawings for each of Zone 1 (22-ft) and Zone 2 (18-ft).

Ref: RFP Section ____52.22___8-1___ Paragraph ______Bid Guarantee___

Q4. Are you able to provide the bid bond template or will you accept the one from our surety?

A4. Bid Bond(s) should be submitted on the SF 24 in accordance with FAR 28.106-1(a).

Ref: RFP Section __L_______ Paragraph _L-4 #3________

Q5. Please clarify if this bid submittal is electronic via email ONLY or both emailed and hand delivered of a sealed bid on due date?

A5. PLEASE SEE Section L, Paragraph L-4 on “Submission of Bids” of Solicitation

FA252122B0001.

Ref: RFP Section _E-101_________ Paragraph _8________

Q6. What are the dimensions, thickness, and material of the electrical vault and portable building?

A6. Exact dimensions and thickness of material is unknown. Approximations are provided below but will be the responsibility of the contractor to validate:

• Electrical Vault – Approximately 7ft (W) X 15ft (L) X 8ft deep with poured concrete foundation and roof. Roof, foundation, and bottom 4 ft of walls appear to be 8-inch cast-in-place concrete with additional concrete monolithic base inside the vault; top 4 ft of walls is CMU (representative picture below).

• Portable Building – Approximately 10ft X 10ft slab-on-grade with partial pre-fabricated sandwich panel structure. Slab is assumed to be 6-inches thick.

Ref: RFP Section _C-501_________ Paragraph __Detail_______

Q7. The detail shows 4/0 AWG wire as a bond wire (which is significant in size), should it be a #4 AWG wire instead?

A7. The detail is correct #4/0 bare copper wire is used as the in-ground grounding connection to the grounding rod.

Ref: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: Section 01 75 00.00 30/ Page 2

Q8. See Paragraph 1.2 Submittals

The survey data shall be provided within 15 days of measurement. Interim surveys of as-built work shall be submitted after completion of each major segment of work. Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

The 15-day data processing turn-around is not feasible in today’s market. Request a 30-day turn-around for submittal of data.

A8. If the survey data cannot be provided within 15 days of measurement, a written extension request may be submitted (reasonably) and granted at no penalty to the contractor.

Ref: Technical Specification: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page:

Earthwork Section 31 00 00 Section 2.2.2/ Pg 8

Q9. See Paragraph 2.2.2 Rock Boulders. Clarification on the type 1 RipRap measurements for the boulders rather than a weight gradation. Earthwork Section 31 00 00 Section 2.2.2 states “Boulders shall range in size from 1.8 to 3.0 ft diameter per below”. Then it goes on to state:

• Zone 1 – 90% > 1.8’; 50% > 2.4’; 10% > 3.’; 0% > 3.5’

• Zone 2 - 90% > 1.5’; 50% > 2’; 10% > 2.8’; 0% > 3.3

This measured gradation spec cannot accurately be produced without individually measuring each rock. Please provide gradation specifications by Weight

a) Acceptable rock boulder gradation for the rip-rap, approximately equivalent to that indicated by sizes and minimum bulk specific gravity in Section 31 00 00, Paragraph 2.2.2, is as follows.

Zone 1. 5% to 10% of the total number of boulders shall be between 180 and 600 lbs. 35% to 45% between 600 and 1400 lbs. 35% to 45% between 1400 and 2800 lbs. 10% to 15% between 2800 and 5600 lbs. No armor boulders less than 180 lbs nor greater than 5600 lbs.

Zone 2. 5% to 10% of the total number of boulders shall be between 150 and 350 lbs. 35% to 45% between 350 and 800 lbs. 35% to 45% between 800 and 2200 lbs. 10% to 15% between 2200 and 4800 lbs. No armor boulders less than 150 lbs nor greater than 4800 lbs.

Question: Who will be overseeing the drop test besides the Geologist? Anyone from the Owner/Contractor side?

b) A representative from the Owner and/or the Contractor may observe the drop test. Per 31 00 00, Par 2.2.4, a state licensed professional engineer or professional geologist is to oversee the test and provide a report. [GOVERNMENT MAY NEED TO CLARIFY

THAT THIS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER OR GEOLOGIST IS ENGAGED AND PAID

BY THE CONTRACTOR]

Question: It is a separate gradation for the Toe Stones?

c) No, a separate gradation for the Toe Stones is not specified. Contractor shall select the Toe Stones (Sheet C-113 of the drawings) from among the largest stones delivered to the site, within the gradations specified for Zone 1 and for Zone 2.

Ref: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: Sheet C-110, Figure BA-1

Q10. What is the Access route for delivery of import materials to the SLC 46? Is it similar to the one shown in drawing C-110?

A10. Site access is shown in the drawings. Any alternate route will need to be requested and approved by the government.

Ref: Technical Specification: RFP Section _011100.00 30_________ Paragraph __1.6_______

Q11. When is the NTP date anticipated and has the turtle restrictions been included in the overall 180 day contract duration since there are restrictions of work due to Sea Turtle nesting. As stated in spec section 1.6 that construction activity is allowed only between1 November and 30 April from location +80- through 11+80.

A11. The intent was always to issue NTP as soon as practicable, regardless of 1 Nov-30 April beach window. There is work that can be done in the UPLAND AREA during 1 May

– 31 Oct.

Ref: Technical Specification: RFP Section __011100.0030________ Paragraph 1.6_________

Q12. This specification states that the contractor shall allow for non-access days where construction activity is prohibited due to …launch activity. What is the anticipated schedule for launches and how many days shall a contract allow for launch activities?

A12. Currently, there are 0 No Access/No Work days scheduled for this project. Any future delays due to launch activities will be addressed as they occur.

Ref: Technical Specification: GENERAL

Q13. Are all sea turtle observers paid for by others including the Leather Back overnight egg relocation specialist?

A13a. Yes. SLD 45 biologists will be performing all required sea turtle surveys/nest relocations.

Has the government figured into the schedule the lead times for sheet piling materials and concrete?

A13b. Based upon available information at the time this design was prepared, the government has considered this in the schedule.

Ref: Technical Specification: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page __158__

Q14. Can the Government please provide a size and/or gradation for the Rock Boulder Rip-Rap?

A14. Gradation for Rock Boulder Rip-Rap: See response to Q9.

Ref: Technical Specification: RFP Section Quality Control Paragraph 3.8.1

Q15. The specification states: Contractor or their subcontractors shall be licensed by the State of Florida or have an equivalent out-of-state license in all areas applicable to this contract or as otherwise stated elsewhere in this contract. Does the contractor need to be licensed in the State of Florida?

A15. The specification states: Contractor or their subcontractors shall be licensed by the State of Florida or have an equivalent out-of-state license in all areas applicable to this contract or as otherwise stated elsewhere in this contract.

Q16. The note on C103 concerning Temp Fencing “if Directed” need to addressed as bid Item or Option Bid Item?

A16. Per CES guidance, temporary fencing will be necessary in certain locations and at the appropriate times during the contract. Temporary Fencing should be included in the Contractor’s proposal as a portion of total cost and not as a bid option.

Q17. Will Extended work Hours be permitted…weekdays 7:00-7:00?

A17. Normal work hours at the Cape are from 07:30 to 16:30. Extended work hours are allowed by sending in a request at least 7 days in advance to the contracting officer.

Q18. Will the contractor be responsible for replenishing the Haul Rout after completion of the project? Note… 9/10 of a mile to the Borrow area is all Florida sand and limestone rock. It is only one lane passage with heavy growth along the edges. It is already in rough shape and with the number of loads to come out of the borrow area, the road and shrubs will take a heavy toll. The roads to the work site area are old chip/tar type pavement and are in pretty rough shape now.

With the amount and the weights of the loads to be hauled in, these roads will not hold up very well. The western approach road, approx. ¾ Mile, to the beach area work site is another Florida style dirt road that will require maintenance as well.

A18. The roads to the borrow site and work site are security patrol routes and must remain drivable at all time during the project and restored to a drivable condition upon completion of the project.

Q19. Will a laydown yard at the borrow area be allowed for Heavy Equipment to be left on site?

If so, will it be required to be fenced in?

A19. This would be considered a lay-down area. All lay-down areas need need be requested through contracting with an associated map and processed by the contracting officers representative for approval. Fencing of heavy equipment will not be required but equipment should be secured safely. Heavy equipment may be left at the borrow area, however, equipment may not be left on the beach itself 1 April-31 October. All laydown areas must be pre-approved by SLD 45 environmental and these should be identified early so that any required approvals can be worked.

Q20. At the work site, an area inside the launch pad area has been deemed as Material storage.

Will this be an area that a site office will be allowed to be set? If so is there water and power accessible for the office?

A20. There is no water or power available at the site. All lay-down and office trailer areas need to be requested through contracting with an associated map and processed by the contracting officers representative for approval. May be able to work out utilities at this spot or possibly another location nearby.

Ref: Technical Specification: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page #Spec Pg 6 & Spec pg 106

Q21. Spec refers to work allowed on sand beach from 1 November to 30 April. Is the intent to issue NTP on 1 November?

If NTP is issued prior to 1 November, will duration be extended to allow work east of the wall to proceed and how long will the duration be extended?

A21. GOVERNMENT RESPONSE REQUIRED. The intent was always to issue NTP as soon as practicable, regardless of 1 Nov-30 April beach window. There is work that can be done in the UPLAND AREA during 1 May – 31 Oct.

Ref: Technical Specification: 01 11 00.00 30 Paragraph: 1.2.4.3.1 1.8.4 Specification/Drawings paragraph/page - Spec Page 8 & Spec Page 13

Q22. Spec refers to subsurface soils report recommending additional borings be drilled within the center area of the proposed wall prior to installation. Please clarify if these additional borings are required to be drilled by the Contractor or is the Government responsible for the borings and report? If required by the Contractor, please provide location and quantity of required additional borings. If petroleum contaminated soil is encountered, please confirm the Contractor is not responsible for the clean-up.

A22. Note that the ‘recommended additional borings’ was purely related to question of petrochemicals. There’s no need for additional borings from standpoint of civil/structural design.

Ref: Technical Specification: 01 11 00.00 30 Paragraph: 3.1.1 SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page Spec Page 17

Q23. Spec refers to work area as being in non-restricted area. Please confirm no background check and badging of Contractor personnel is required.

A23. All personnel must have a national agency check before being allowed on CCSFS and be issued a badge. The area in question is not a further restricted area needing escorts.

Ref: Technical Specification: Specification/Drawings paragraph/page Spec Page 22 & 50

Q24. Spec page 22 calls for QC Manager to be different person then Superintendent. Spec page 50 allows SSHO to be QC Manager and Superintendent.

Please confirm one person may act as Superintendent, QC Manager and SSHO.

A24. The QC and the Site Superintendent are required to be two different people. The Site Superintendent must be on-site at all times work is being performed. The QC must be able to be at the site within 30 minutes.

Ref: Technical Specification: Drawing E-101, Note 5 & Spec Page 71

Q25. : Spec calls for an arc flash hazard analysis when working near energized parts 50 volts or greater. Drawing note 5 calls for connection of new conductors to a spare breaker in an existing panel presumed to be energize. Please clarify if arc flash hazard analysis is required for performing any of the work as part of this project.

A25. Contractor must adhere to the requirements of NFPA 70E, follow all OSHA Safety Guidelines, and comply with CCSFS electrical work requirements. Engineered Incident Energy/Arc Flash Hazard Analysis is not required.

Ref: Technical Specification: Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: Spec pg 205

Q26. Will the Government provide a water source for irrigation water?

A26. Government will provide water for irrigation. Although the water may need to be transported and distributed by the contractor.

Ref: Technical Specification: Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: Solicitation – Block 13

Q27. To allow additional vendor support may the bid date be extended 14 days with a due date of 5/17/2022?

A27. The Government anticipated extending the bid due date in conjunction with posting the Q&A. The bid due date will be extended to 24 May 2022 as Amendment 02 to the Solicitation.

Ref: Technical Specification: Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: Solicitation_________ Paragraph __Block 13 & Section F

Q28. Primes are required to hold their price for 60 calendar days. POP is for 180 calendar days.

Material lead times can be up to and beyond 180 days. How will the Government address delays due to material lead times?

A28 The government will address any delays due to material lead times at the time they occur.

Ref: Technical Specification: Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page 01 11 00.00 1.2.4.3.1 / Attachment 1 Subsurface Exploration 2.0 Project Description

Q29. : Are additional borings required? If hazardous or contaminated materials are found what is the contract requirement for removal and handling?

A29 See response to Q1.

Ref: Technical Specification: Specification/Drawings paragraph/page: SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page ___ Attachment 1 Subsurface Exploration 13.0 Special Considerations

Q30. Subsurface investigation recommends preliminary contamination assessment be completed.

Please provide this assessment. If not available how are hazardous materials to be handled and what are the expected quantities?

A30 Differing site conditions must be reported to the contracting officer. Once reported a plan will be formulated to handle each situation. All laws governing this work will be required to be followed.