SITE_VISIT_Q A.pdf

6 September 2013

SITE VISIT

Questions and Answers

FA4621-13-T-0012

Softball Fields

Do the fields have a current sprinkler system?

Yes and the sprinkler systems work. The contractor shall coordinate with the customer to have the sprinkler system turned on. See page 7, paragraph 3, TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS, in Statement of Work dated 4 September 2013.

Does the new sod need to extend to the fence or to the edge of the warning track?

The sod shall extend to the edge of the warning track areas as described on page 3, paragraph 2 of the Statement of Work dated 4 September 2013.

Is there a specific sand-soil mixture required for the home plate/infield, base lines, foul lines, and outfield warning track areas.

Useable playing surface similar in character to the existing field conditions (without the weeds).

A 12’ minimum width “warning track” along the outfield fences and sideline fences shall be cleared and have sand/soil surface. The entire infield, out to the 65’radius from the pitcher’s rubber, extending in an arc from behind first to third bases, shall receive a sand/soil surface.

Are topographic maps available?

Provided, but 2’ contour interval only provides the general character of the topography. Grade control survey as needed to maintain desired final grading shall be included within the bid scope.

Is there an on-site disposal location?

All waste generated by the project shall be removed from the Base and disposed at a legally permited landfill location. Recyclable materials shall be salvaged. Tonnage reports for are removed waste and recyclables shall be submitted to the government.

When was the last time the fields were re-surfaced?

The fields have not been re-surfaced in over 12 years.

Are there limits on watering times for the fields?

No.

Will the sprinklers be working until the first freeze?

Only by special arrangement after 31 October 2013.

Will the project require dig permits?

Yes, the project will require a dig permit. The dig permit process can take upwards of 10 days to get approved. The contractor may survey and complete other above ground work in the meantime.

CDC

Does the CDC have a sprinkler system?

The CDC does not have a working sprinkler system.

Will the contractor have to cordon off areas which cannot be walked on during the project?

Yes, the contractor shall cordon off areas which cannot be subject to foot traffic during performance. The contractor shall coordinate with the customer prior to starting work at the

CDC.

Does the sod have to extend up to each obstacle?

Yes.

Is there a map of areas which require sod at the CDC?

Yes, the maps have been added to the solicitation.

Youth Center

Will the contractor have to cordon off areas which cannot be walked on during the project?

Yes, the contractor shall cordon off areas which cannot be subject to foot traffic during performance. The contractor shall coordinate with the customer prior to starting work at the Youth Center.

Does the Youth Center have a sprinkler system?

The Youth Center does not have a sprinkler system.

Is there a map of areas which require sod at the Youth Center?

Yes, the maps have been added to the solicitation.