JUBJ 25-1847 Repair Gunter-Annex Traffic Lights Questions and Answers.docx
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This document is a Questions and Answers file for the JUBJ 25-1847 Repair Gunter-Annex Traffic Lights project. The solicitation is for traffic light repair and installation at Gunter-Annex Air Force Base in Alabama, with an estimated project value between $25,000 and $100,000. Key clarifications from the Q&A include specifications about traffic light cabinet sizes, mounting methods, and signal configurations.
Specific technical details addressed include: confirming P36 cabinet sizing cannot be changed without significant foundation work, allowing Astro brackets for mast arm signal mounting if manufacturer-recommended, confirming no fire truck preemption signals are required, and discussing potential transition to flashing yellow arrow left turn configurations. The project is issued by the Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command, with contractors expected to provide all labor, equipment, and materials to complete the traffic light repair in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
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JUBJ 25-1847 Repair Gunter-Annex Traffic Lights Questions and Answers
1. Question: Can all cabinets be a P36? There isn't a need for more space in these cabinets. Entry gate and Selfridge were P44s. If they change to P36, the foundations will need to be redone.
Answer: Changing the cabinet size and redoing the foundation is cost prohibitive. Specs will remain as written. The government does not agree that the foundation must be redone, even with shorter cases. The new cabinet can be centered over the existing foundation openings from the larger model, with additional set screws if needed. Full removal and repour are not necessary.
2. Question: Can we include an Astro bracket that is meant for mast arms in this bid? This will be used on the signals that are on a mast arm. It is the safe thing to do so they aren't swinging in the wind during a storm. If so, please include how many signals and which are attached to mast arms.
Answer: Per the specifications, all signal head installations shall adhere to manufacturer-recommended methods. If the use of Astro Brackets is specified or recommended by the manufacturer for proper mounting, they shall be included in the bid. However, there are none at Gunter Annex-AFB. If an alternative mounting method is proposed, it must be an approved equivalent that complies fully with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
3. Question: For preemption, how many fire trucks will need access/signal?
Answer: None. at Gunter Annex AFB.
4. Question: Do the poles need to be painted? If so, what paint is recommended for galvanized steel?
Answer: There is no mention of pole work/painting requirements within the specifications.
5. Question: Can we change from the dog house style light? Most agencies are changing to left turn Flashing Yellow Arrow configurations for the safety and efficiency benefits. Flashing yellow arrow operations are preferred over dog house left turns because they are safer (eliminate left turn traps), are more intuitive and instructive, allow for protected only and protective permissive operations by time of day. (see attachment) Answer: The new installation of the traffic lights and controls must be code and regulation compliant. The regulation addressing the need for a flashing left arrow as opposed to a doghouse dictates the requirement for this change. Reviewing the attached documentation, the typical position and the 2nd Typical arrangement (3-section head) for the light are acceptable (if used.)
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