question and answer for base paving.doc

Questions and Answers April 7, 2009 1.

Page 51 of 53 Factor 2: There are no quantities in Section B; and could not find Section J.

Response: Estimated quantities are found in the bid schedule. Section J is found at page 33 of 53. It contains the list of attachments and the Wage Determination.

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Page 9 of GC Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1, Dust Permit; Who do we obtain that permit from on base. Our permit is issued from DOT and will that be acceptable to the base?

Response: Section 1.12 defines earthmoving permits. These permits are not issued at Luke AFB - Maricopa County Department of Health and Services is the action office. Permits are required for construction. Section 1.13 A-B,C (1-5) defines excavation permits. Contractors must submit AF Form 103 for coordination and approval prior to construction start. Note: Blue Stake is for commercial utilities and must also be coordinated by the contractor on the AF Form 103

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Page 18 of GC Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1, Work to be performed at Luke and Gila Bend. Can you give the percentages for each location? How many access points are there for each facility?

Response: Percentages of work is not clearly defined for either location. Access points are considered as base entries. Gila Bend has a main base and 4 ranges. Luke AFB contractors facility entry is the south gate.

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Page 64 of GC Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1, will we need to supply Haul Roads, and if so, what are the requirements?

Response: Typically base pavements do not require the contractor to supply new haul roads. Haul roads/haul routes are determined, specified and approved for each individual project. If a new haul road is required - it would be constructed as a by-pass for traffic control to allow either construction or private conveyance vehicles safe access around the construction area.

5.

Contract states that there will be 40 Hours per week, 5 Days per week. If Overtime is required, how is that compensated?

Response: Line item cost is firm fixed price. Performance periods are established for all work to be completed within a timeline. Also refer to FAR 22.103-1 (2) and 52.222-4.

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Page 12 of GC Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1, Computer Software, can you explain the IDIQ-4 Clicks in reference to the cost estimates and where we can purchase that software?

Response: 4 Clicks is the preferred computer software use to prepare the proposals and it’s available on the commercial market.

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Page 47 of GC Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1, Testing Lab Services; can you identify the items to be tested and will we need the testing agency on site for the tests?

Response: Most if not all testing is performed on site by a certified technician. Testing Lab Services provides the government with industry standards, specifications and specific requirements to all data for required work. Mix designs, aggregate gradation, soil testing and stabilization and compaction. Site testing is a requirement for: sub-grade, base course, asphalt and concrete.

8. Will a sewer line be available at the field office trailer?

Response: No. The base has a contractors staging area. The areas are assigned to contractors on a first come first serve basis. Again, no sewer line is available - think holding tank and schedule services.

9.

Will we be able to obtain a 200Amp, 120/240Volt entrance service to our office trailer?

Response: The base has a contractors staging area. The areas are assigned to contractors on a first come first serve basis. Pedestals with power is available - contractors must request and process a digging permit for approval. The contractor is responsible for all associated cost to perform work.

10.

Will we be able to place Port-A-Jon's in the work area for our field employees?

Response: Yes, Contractors are unauthorized to use base facilities as bathrooms. Port-A-Jon's in the work areas are the only means available to the contractor.

11.

Will we be required to supply an office area in the construction trailer for a Government employee? If so, what will be needed as far as office equipment?

Response: No. Government representatives will not require office space in contractor trailers.

12.

Will each work order require As-Built Drawings?

Response: Yes, Mandatory 13.

Item 16 of Bid Schedule Base Pavements 2009 (2) attch 13; Remove Asphalt, Need to know the average depth of the asphalt?

Response: Item 16 estimated Qty is 850 Square Yard per year. The actual amount is negotiated at the time of each delivery order.

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Item 0093 Bid Schedule Base Pavements 2009 (2) attch 13; Painter, Can you explain what type of painting that would be performed under this item?

Response: Answer can be found at Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1 Part 2; 02587-2

15.

In the General Conditions, there is no mention of a material price escalation clause in this contract. Can you please advise us accordingly.

Response: Escalation clause will not be part of this contract. This is a firm fix price contract.

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Item 0047 Bid Schedule Base Pavements 2009 (2) attch 13; Install Routing and Sealing Asphalt, Need clarification on the type of fabric and adhesive on back.

Response: Answer can be found at Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1

Section 02543; 02572; 02574

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Item 0075 Bid Schedule Base Pavements 2009 (2) attch 13; Remove / re-install sign, Need to know the different types of signs in question?

Response: Answer can be found at Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1 section 1.03

18.

Item 0077; Sand, What type of sand?

Response: Answer can be found at Base Pavement Specification (2) attachment 1 section 02572-1; 03732-2

19.

Could you verify the minimum number of years experience required for the Construction Superintendent?

Response: See solicitation document Section L and Section M 20.

Page 17 of 17; Contractor Access Affidavit, is this form to be completed and returned with the Bid Proposal?

Response: This needs to be submitted at time of award.