Proposal_Q&A.docx

FRC Sidewalk Construction Project Q&A

1. Is this project Tax exempt?

Yes, a state tax exemption form will be provided after contract award which will be valid for a specific amount of time, and applicable only for materials specific to this contract.

2. Do we require any bond?

No, as this project is under the threshold.

3. Concrete testing is required?

Yes, concrete testing required for each load. SOW has been updated to reflect this change. Please see line 3.1.12

4. Per SOW we have to design this, do we require PE stamp on the design or just product data?

NO PE stamp is required for this project.

5. What is the thickness requirement of the sidewalk?

Concrete sidewalk must be minimum 4 inches thick.

6. Upon removal of old sidewalk does it require new backfill material? If yes, what will be the thickness?

Contractor must ensure the finished product meets the specifications outlined in the SOW.

7. About 80LF of asphalt need to cut in order to install form work, this is not mentioned in SOW, do we have to patch the asphalt?

The contractor shall cut approximately 80 LF between the sidewalk and asphalt drainage prior to removing the existing walk. Any damage to existing asphalt must be replaced by the contractor.

8. Will a temporary ADA ramp be required to be constructed when the access to the existing ramp is blocked off?

This project can be completed in two parts in order to keep access to the ADA ramp open at all times.

9. Will soil testing be required?

Soil testing is not required.

10. Confirm that existing gravel material beneath concrete walks is to remain.

The existing gravel is to remain.

11. Confirm parking spaces across from sidewalk will be available for stockpile/laydown area.

The accessible parking spots across from the sidewalk cannot be blocked. A site will be provided for stockpile/laydown area.

12. Confirm cones/orange snow fence is suitable for temporary pedestrian/vehicular traffic control.

Cones/ orange snow fence is suitable for use for temporary pedestrian/vehicular traffic control.

13. Will a bid bond or performance, payment bonds be required for this project?

No, project is under threshold.

14. Will a bid form be provided? Or is the contractor’s standard proposal sufficient?

No form will be provided, a standard contractor proposal is sufficient.