POH004 Amendment 0005.pdf

POH004

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

PROJECT TITLE/DESCRIPTION: Rotary Wing Parking Apron, Wheeler Army Airfield, Haw aii (POH004)

The purpose of this Amendment it to revise specifications (attached), incorporate the bidder inquiry report (attached), and extend the proposal due date from 16 April 2020, 2PM Alaska Time, to 21 April 2020, 2PM Alaska Time. See Summary of Changes Page.

All other terms and conditions outlined in the Solicitation remain the same.

POC for this Amendment is Ron Jackson, 907 753-5596.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 15-Apr-2020

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W911KB20R0008

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

27-Feb-2020

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION

NO. 0005

5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

15-Apr-2020

CODE

U.S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, AK

CEPOA-CT (W911KB)

PO BOX 6898

JBER AK 99506-0898

W911KB 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

Amendment #05 (AM#05)

15 April 2020 Summary of Changes

a. The following revised documents/sections are substituted for the superseded documents/sections:

The identifier “AM #05” appears before and after new and/or revised materials, except as noted below.

SECTION 00 22 11, page 3 is replaced.

While Section 01 57 19 contains the environmental permitting requirements, paragraph 3.2 CONCRETE BATCH PLANT has been added to provide further information of some of the requirements.

SECTION 01 57 19 – TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS

- Added paragraph 3.2 CONCRETE BATCH PLANT

PROPOSAL SCHEDULE – Replaced in its entirety.

b. Additional instructions:

Access to JBER is currently restricted and it is not anticipated to be open within the proposal submission time frame therefore plan on electronic submission of proposals.

Per Section 0 22 11, paragraph 10.2.1, “Submit the properly filled out and executed SF1442, along with the CLIN Schedule containing proposed line item and total pricing and the proposed contract duration.” Also, per Section 00 21 00, “submit the proposal data sheet (Attachment 1).

c. Other:

BIDDER INQUIRY REPORT IS PROVIDED

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: The proposal due date is hereby extended from 16 April 2020, 2PM Alaska Time, to 21 September 2020, 2PM Alaska Time.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS SHALL REMAIN THE SAME

(End of Summary of Changes)

Section 00 22 11 Page 3

1.0 OVERVIEW

1.1 Interested firms (here after referred to as Offerors) shall submit proposal demonstrating their capability to successfully execute the construction contract resulting from this solicitation. The Government will evaluate the proposals in accordance with the criteria described herein.

1.2 This is a “Best Value” solicitation for the construction of a rotary wing parking apron located on Wheeler

Army Airfield, Hawaii. The Government will evaluate the proposals in accordance with FAR 15.101-1, Tradeoff

Process, and the criteria described herein, and award a firm fixed price contract to the responsible offeror whose proposal conforms with all the terms and conditions of the solicitation and whose proposal is determined to represent the overall best value to the Government.

2.0 BASIS OF AWARD

2.1 The Contracting Officer will award a firm fixed-price contract to the responsible Offeror whose proposal the Source Selection Authority has determined conforms to the solicitation, is fair and reasonable, and offers the best overall value to the Government, considering all non-price factors described herein, and price. All evaluation factors, other than price, when combined, are considered significantly more important than price, however the contract award may not exceed the funds available for this project. The intent of this solicitation is to obtain the best proposal within this cost magnitude. After the Government individually evaluates and rates each proposal, the

Contracting Officer/Source Selection Authority will compare proposals to determine which proposal represents the best value. Proposals will not be ranked. To be eligible for award, a rating of no less than “Acceptable” must be achieved for Factors 1, 2, 4, and 5, and a rating other than “Limited Confidence” or “No Confidence” must be achieved for Factor 3. The Government reserves the right to accept other than the lowest priced offer or to reject all offers. The Government will not award a contract to an Offeror whose proposal contains a deficiency, as defined in

FAR 15.001. If there is a lower priced, conforming offer(s), the Source Selection Authority must determine that the added value of a more expensive proposal (within the cost magnitude) would justify award to that offeror.

3.0 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 Proposals should be submitted initially on the most favorable terms from a price and technical standpoint.

Do not assume that offerors will be contacted or afforded an opportunity to clarify, discuss or revise their proposals.

3.2 Firms formally recognized as small business firms formally organized as construction contractors that have associated specifically for this project, consortia of firms or any other interested parties may submit proposals.

Associations may be as joint ventures or as key subcontractors.

3.3 Submit proposals in tabbed, three-ring binders. Note that the Government will not evaluate any material that exceeds the page limits, where indicated below. AM#05… A total of 75 pages are limited for Volumes 1 and 2 combined. …AM#05

4.0 PROPOSAL INFORMATION AND RELATED EVALUATION FACTORS

protection of rare, threatened, and endangered animal and plant species identified, including their habitats, is the Contractor's responsibility.

Preserve the natural resources within the project boundaries and outside the limits of permanent work. Restore to an equivalent or improved condition upon completion of work that is consistent with the requirements of the Installation Environmental Office or as otherwise specified.

Confine construction activities to within the limits of the work indicated or specified.

3.1.1 Flow Ways

Do not alter water flows or otherwise significantly disturb the native habitat adjacent to the project and critical to the survival of fish and wildlife, except as specified and permitted.

3.1.2 Vegetation

Except in areas to be cleared, do not remove, cut, deface, injure, or destroy trees or shrubs without the Contracting Officer's permission. Do not fasten or attach ropes, cables, or guys to existing nearby trees for anchorages unless authorized by the Contracting Officer. Where such use of attached ropes, cables, or guys is authorized, the Contractor is responsible for any resultant damage.

Protect existing trees that are to remain to ensure they are not injured, bruised, defaced, or otherwise damaged by construction operations. Remove displaced rocks from uncleared areas. Coordinate with the Contracting Officer and Installation Environmental Office to determine appropriate action for trees and other landscape features scarred or damaged by equipment operations.

3.1.3 Streams

Stream crossings must allow movement of materials or equipment without violating water pollution control standards of the federal, state, and local governments. Construction of stream crossing structures must be in compliance with any required permits including, but not limited to, Clean Water Act Section 404, and Section 401 Water Quality.

The Contracting Officer's approval and appropriate permits are required before any equipment will be permitted to ford live streams. In areas where frequent crossings are required, install temporary culverts or bridges. Obtain Contracting Officer's approval prior to installation.

Remove temporary culverts or bridges upon completion of work, and repair the area to its original condition unless otherwise required by the Contracting Officer.

AM#05...

3.2 CONCRETE BATCH PLANT

An on-site concrete batch plant must meet the requirements of the specifications and the following requirements. This is not an all encompassing list, the contractor must ensure all local, regional and state requirements are followed.

a. An air permit must be obtained, see paragraph 3.6 AIR RESOURCES

b. Any "backup" generator(s) must meet the operational description of an Emergency Generator under 40 CFR 63 Subpart ZZZZ and comply with requirements under Subpart ZZZZ and 40 CFR 63 Subpart IIII.

Generators not a Subpart ZZZZ Emergency Generator must comply with the Subpart ZZZZ and Subpart IIII requirements for Non-Emergency generators. Consult with the DOH for air permit applicability for the operation of a non-emergency generator.

c. If the batch plant is used to process clean materials coming from off-site, a recycling/solid waste management permit will be needed.

d. The contractor must obtain an Individual Industrial Activities NPDES permit in accordance with HAR 11-55 Appendix C and HAR 6.2.2.

e. Any oil or fuel storage containers associated with generators or capable of holding 55 gallons or more must comply with Spill Prevention, Controls, and Countermeasure regulations - monthly inspections, spill kits, spill plan, spill notifications, secondary containment, overfill protections, etc. Above-ground storage tanks must comply with Spill Preventition Contol and Countermeasures Plan (SPCC) Appendix F - USAG-HI Design, Construction & Installation Rqmts for ASTs. Contact the Contracting Officer and SPCC Program for details and notification of oil/fuel storage. ...AM#05

3.3 STORMWATER

Do not discharge stormwater from construction sites to the sanitary sewer. If the water is noted or suspected of being contaminated, it may only be released to the storm drain system if the discharge is specifically permitted. Obtain authorization in advance from the Installation Environmental Office for any release of contaminated water.

3.3.1 Construction General Permit

AM#02... Provide a Construction General Permit as required by 40 CFR 122.26 or the State of Hawaii General Permit. Comply with the conditions in the t ate of Hawaii General Permit. ...AM#02 Under the terms and conditions of the permit, install, inspect, maintain BMPs, prepare stormwater erosion and sediment control inspection reports, and submit SWPPP inspection reports. Maintain construction operations and management in compliance with the terms and conditions of the general permit for stormwater discharges from construction activities.

3.3.1.1 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan

Submit a project-specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to the Contracting Officer for approval, prior to the commencement of work.

The SWPPP must meet the requirements of 40 CFR 122.26 and the Hawaii State General Permit for stormwater discharges from construction sites.

Include the following:

a. Comply with terms of the state general permit for stormwater discharges from construction activities. Prepare SWPPP in accordance with state requirements. Use state

b. Select applicable BMPs from EPA Fact Sheets located at

PROPOSAL SCHEDULE

ROTARY WING PARKING APRON – PHASE 1

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, HAWAI’I

Item Unit No. Description Quantity Unit Price Amount

BASE ITEMS

0001. Construct Apron to include Taxiway P

& Site work, complete. 1 Lump sum $________ $________

0002. Reduce Runway Width (see note 1), complete. 1 Lump sum $________ $________

Total of Items 0001 thru 0002 $________

OPTION ITEM

0003. Construct Taxiway N & Site Work, complete 1 Lump Sum $_______ $________

0004. Construct Hammerhead & Site Work, complete 1 Lump Sum $_______ $________

Total of Base and Optional Items $________

AM#05…Proposed Contract Duration: _________________________...AM#05

EVALUATION OF OFFERS.

1. NOTE: The work associated with the Reduce Runway Width includes all electrical, and applicable pavement markings work, etc.

2. AWARD: Award will be made in accordance with Section 00 22 11 - PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION CRITERIA AND BASIS OF AWARD.

3. INCOMPLETE OFFERS: Failure to submit an offer on all items in the schedule constitutes an incomplete offer. Incomplete offers may be rejected. Lump sum or unit prices must be shown for each item within the schedule.

4. EXTENSIONS: All extensions of the unit prices shown will be subject to verification by the Government. In case of variation between the unit price and the extension, the unit price will be considered to be the offer.

5. SPECIAL CONDITION: If a modification to an offer based on unit prices is submitted which provides for a lump sum adjustment to the total estimated cost, the application of the lump sum adjustment to each unit price in the proposal schedule must be stated. If it is not stated, the offeror agrees that the lump sum adjustment shall be applied on a pro rata basis to every unit price in the proposal schedule.

6. EVALUATION OF OPTIONS: The Government will evaluate offers for price purposes by adding the total price of all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

7. EVALUATION OF OPTIONS: Options may be exercised at any time prior to the contract completion date and completion time shall be 180 days from the date of option exercised, or by the contract completion date, whichever is later.

-- END OF PROPOSAL SCHEDULE --

Bid Inquiry Contractor Report All Inquiries

Project: Rotary Wing Parking Apron, Wheeler Army Airfield Review: POH004 Rotary Wing Parking Apron (W911KB20R0008) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 42 inquiries.

Id Discipline Sheet Detail Spec

8429103 Contracting POH004+VOL+1+Front+End+28Feb20 N/A

00 22 11 Pages 5 (5.1.3 item C) & 6 (5.2.5 item

B)

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The similar project type and complexity states climate similarities are desired and relevant giving Climate zone 169. However, on item 5.1.3 the supplement narrative asks for description of experience in arctic or similar environment. Is this a typo?

On: Mar 03 2020.

Government Response. . This will be changed via amendment. Should state "experience in a tropical, or similar environment." Climate Zone 1a. On: Mar 03

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8453106 Specifications 52.222 - 23

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please consider changing Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction goals for Minority and female participation to be applicable to the workforce in the local Hawaii Area and not Alaska.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . This will be corrected in an upcoming amendment. On:

Mar 18 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8453122 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 2.3.2.3

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification requires use of No.4 Rock (1.5-0.75 inches) and No. 67 rock (0.75 inch - No. 4) for coarse aggregates of concrete mix design.

- Currently only one local aggregate supplier has the ability to produce No 4 rock and their aggregate does not meet "moderate weather" deleterious requirements.

- Durability issues may occur due to the gap in size between the reuqired No. 4 and No. 67 aggregate gradations. To meet specified coarseness and workability factors additional cementitous materials will need to be added. While high cement mixes do reach strength rather quickly, they also increase brittleness and the potential for cracking.

- Due to the natrual geographic location and its formation, Hawaii produces durable crushed basalt aggregate with more angularities, allowing for the use of smaller aggregates and less cementitious materials.

- Stringent composition and sizing requirements will require import of aggregate material and force contractors away from local vendors unncecessarly driving up cost.

Will the Government approve a mix design that utulize 3/4" or 1" nominal max aggregate sizing in lieu of No. 4 rock called out in specification, as has been previously approved on other DOD airfield paving projects for both USACE and NAVFAC in the State of Hawaii.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . The Government will not take any variations to the course aggregate sizing into consideration. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8453131 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 1.1.4.3

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification states "No exceedence of the tolerances specified in paragraph SURFACE SMOOTHNESS is acceptable. Remove and replace pavements exceeding the tolerances."

Past projects have allowed the use of PCC Diamond Grinding as an adjustment to surface smoothness within an outlined specification given core information can verifiy thinckness.

Request the use of Diamond Grinding as a means to correct smoothness deficiencies within 0.04' of required specifacations.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . Section 32 13 14.13 paragraph 1.1.4.3 pertains to smoothness requirements for aircraft arresting systems and is not applicable to this project. Paragraph 1.1.4.3 will be removed from the specification in an upcoming amendment.

Diamond grinding as a means to correct smoothness deficiencies shall meet the specification requirements. On: Apr 09 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8453140 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 1.4.3.3

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification requires onstie Quality Control Laboratory.

Due to the small size of Oahu, specimens are never more than a 45 minute travel from a certified offsite laboratory.

Request the use of an off site laboratory for all quality control testing provided it meets all other specification requirements. Requiring onsite certified laboratory will add unnceessary cost.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . The requirement will not be changed at this time. A variation can be submitted and will be considered after award. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8453194 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 2.3.2.1

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification calls for "coarse aggregate that has been washed sufficient to remove dust and other coatings."

Local aggregates have proven test results complying with C33 cleanliness as well as this specifications moderate ASR and deleterious classification requirements without the need for washing.

Request acceptance of "clean" in lieu of "washed" coarse aggregate to help utilize locally available material.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . The requirement will not be changed. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8453218 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 2.11.1.1

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Specification requires batch plant to be onsite or "off Government premises no more than 30 minutes haul time from the placing site. Water and electrical are not available on the project site."

- Local vendors are located at least 30-45 minutes travel time from the project site. To utilize local vendors, a travel time of 45 minutes or longer would be needed.

- Specifications indicate that if an onsite batch plant were to be utilized that water and power would not be provided. This would require the use of a generator to power any onsite batch plant. A generator of that size demands special permitting that could delay startup by up to one year.

- Spec section 3.4 allows for 45 minutes from time of batch to placement.

Request clarification that the offsite batch plant may be located up to 45 minutes from the placement site, so long as delivery times specified in section 3.4 are met.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . There is water and electrical utilities near the project site for use. Paragraph 2.11.1.1 will be changed in an upcoming amendment.

The haul time in paragraph 2.11.1.1 will not be increased. There are several local vendors within the specification requirements. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8453325 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 22.11.7.1

Para. 2.11.7.1 states, "Provide burlap conforming to AASHTO M 182, class 3 or 4."

Requesting use of class 1 burlap, stacked within multiple layers to achieve the desired weight requirements of class 3 or class 4 and desired textured finish as determined by the test section.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . The proposed texturing method might be allowed.

However, this will have to be requested as a variation during construction and approved at that time. On: Apr 09 2020

8453327 Specifications

Section 2.13.2.e

Currently class F fly ash is being received from outside of the continental United States.

Confirm acceptable to obtain this material from outside United States.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . It is acceptable to obtain this material from outside the United States as long as it meets the requirements of Section 00 72 00 clause 52.225-

11. On: Apr 09 2020

8453328 Specifications

Section 3.4.2

Para. 3.4.2 states, operate non-agitating equipment only on smooth roads and for haul time less than 15 minutes."

Request increase in haul time of non-agitating equipment up to 45 minutes, so long as placement requirements specified in section 3.4 are met.

Government Response. . The haul time in paragraph 3.4.2 will be changed to 30 minutes to match paragraph 2.11.1.1. The change will be provided in an upcoming amendment. On: Apr 09 2020

8453347 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 3.12.2 (Table 6)

Table 6 indicates uniformity testing is required every 4-months during paving. Please eliminate the need for uniformity testing after the initial test is accepted, pending CQC testing results remain in compliance with the specifications.

Government Response. . Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications, the uniformity testing requirements will not be changed. On: Apr 09

8453353 Specifications

Section 2.3.2.4

Para. 2.3.2.4, table 5 (Limits of Deleterious Materials in Coarse Aggregate for Airfield Pavements) contains requirements for "Severe" and "Moderate" weather.

Hawaii is unique among the United States in that it has warm weather conditions year round.

Ambient air temperatures for this project average 70s-80s Fahrenheit so there is no risk of exposure to freeze thawing cycles or the use of deicing chemicals. Hawaii has a milder climate than coastal southern California, which is classified as "negligible weather" per Fig.1 from Page 7 of ASTM C33 "Location of Weathering Regions".

In order to allow local concrete suppliers, with proven DOD airfield mix designs and prevent unnecessary cost to the gov't; request to waive the deleterious aggregate requirement for this project to "Negligible Weather".

Government Response. . Table 5 will be changed to remove the "Severe Weather" column and only reference column "Moderate Weather" in an upcoming amendment. On: Apr 09 2020

8453359 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Is it the intent of the Army Corps of Engineers to submit all specification section 32 13 14.13 - Concrete Paving for Airfields and Other Heavy Duty Pavements submittals through the Transportation System Center in Omaha, NE Army Corps of Engineering District Office?

Government Response. . That will be up to the discretion of the ACO during construction adminstration. On: Apr 09 2020

8453360 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Will the USACE require the Contractor and its Subcontractors to participate in a 2 day long airfield paving work shop as part of this contract.

Government Response. . Yes see Section 01 90 00 paragraph 1.20 for the workshop requirements. On: Apr 09 2020

8453364 Specifications 32 12 15.13

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Para 3.10.3D, "after compaction is finished diamond grind a minimum width of 3' of the asphalt pavement so that the asphalt pavement side is less than 1/8" higher than the PCC side."

This requires over building the asphalt edge and grinding to within tolerance.

Please consider waiving this requirement to allow for placement to within the project tolerances without the added cost of diamond grinding.

Government Response. . The Asphalt-Portland Cement Concrete joints shall be in accordance with paragraph 3.10.3, no waiver will be provided. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8453401 Utilities

Engineering

Please consider waiving the requirement to test Aggregate Deleterious & ASR tests every 30-days of concrete production as required by table 6 in para. 3.12.2 so long as the aggregate source remains unchanged. It takes 5 weeks to complete the ASR Testing ASTM C1260 and C1567. Freeze thaw testing requires 300 cycles of freezing and thawing at 30 cycles per week for a total testing duration of 10 weeks. These duration's do not include the time to ship samples and report development. Due to the fact that Hawaii doesn't have a history of ASR issues and the climate is not prone to freeze thaw conditions, please consider waiving this unnecessary requirement that adds significant time and cost to the Government.

Government Response. . The requirement will not be changed. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8453405 Utilities

Engineering

PLAN SHEET CS203

Plan Sheet CS203 references detail A1/CS521 for the outlet and grating detail for the Trench Drain. Detail A1/CS521 is the detail for the box culvert inlet and outlet. Please provide detail for the Trench Drain outlet.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . An amended drawing will be sent out. The outlet will essentially be the same as A1/CS521 but different width and depth On: Apr 09 2020

8453409 Utilities

Engineering

PLAN SHEET CP121

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Plan Sheet CP121 calls out Manholes for the 6" subdrain to be per detail A8/CS520, 8'x8' manhole. The size of manhole referenced seems excessive for the 6" subdrain. Please confirm that the 8'x8' manholes are required for the subdrain.

Government Response. . A sub drain manhole detail was added to CS520. On:

Apr 09 2020

8453420 Civil PLAN SHEET CP501

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Plan Sheet CP501 has a callout reference to "Excavate Existing Material to Place Section D2/CP503" under detail C4. Plan Sheet CP503 does not have a detail D2. Please confirm detail being referenced.

Government Response. . The callout shall be changed to Excavate Existing Material to Place Section E3/CP503 in an upcoming amendment. On: Apr 09 2020

8453426 Specifications Specification Section 00 21

Specification Section 00 21 00 1.12 requires that bid proposals be turned in at US Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District. Given the location of the project and majority of potential offerors being located in Hawaii, please consider the option to submit the bid proposal to the US Army Corps of Engineers in Hawaii.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . Bids will be turned into the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District. However, methods of delivery, i.e. electronic means, will be provided in an upcoming amendment. On: Mar 18 2020

8454057 Specifications

Section 2.12.4

Specification states "maximum allowable slump of the concrete at point of placement is 2 inches for pavement constructed with fixed forms."

- Hawaii aggregates are crushed basalt and not limestone or granite like in the continental US.

This results in an aggregate with harsh, angular particles and significant surface texture. These conditions result in higher water demand and more challenging placement and finishing. Two inch max slumps have been attempted by past projects without success as the angular basalt mix could not be consistently consolidated leading to finishing issues.

- Lower slump mixes require the use of specialized mixer trucks with large fins not available in State. Standard ready-mix concrete trucks will take 20+ minutes to discharge a load of concrete with 2" or less slump and will not discharge the full load. This will significantly affect pour rates and finished product.

- Use of fixed forms eliminates the concern for edge slump allowing for quality edges while utilizing a slightly higher slump.

Request increasing fixed form concrete slump to 3" maximum at the point of placement.

Government Response. . The specification will not be changed to increase the concrete slump. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8454058 Specifications

Section 2.13.1

Specification requires a mixture with "a minimum total cementitious materials content of 517 pounds per cubic yard."

Request clarification that Supplementary Cementitious Material weight is to be included in the "total cementitious material" weight.

On: Mar 16 2020.

Government Response. . Yes the Supplementary Cementitious Material weight is to be included in the total cementitious material weight. On: Apr 09 2020

8454059 Specifications

Section 3.2.2

Specification states "After underlying material has been prepared for concrete placement, equipment is not permitted thereon with the exception of the paver." It goes on to state "Rework and repair the surface before concrete is placed."

Request access for concrete placer and concrete trucks on prepared underlying material in front of and adjacent to the paver. Contractor will rework and repair any damaged underlying material before concrete is placed.

Government Response. . The requirement will not be changed at this time.

Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8454060 Specifications

Section 1.4.1.g

Para. 1.4.1 g states, "slipform paving equipment manufacturer's representative: A Representative of the slipform paving equipment manufacturer is required to be on-site to inspect and make corrections to the paving equipment to ensure proper operations.

Given all slipform manufacturer are located on the main land this burden will increase time and cost to the Gov't. In lieu of the requirement, will USACE allow option for a manufacturer certified operator/mechanic to perform these tests to satisfy this specification requirement?

Government Response. . The requirement will not be changed at this time.

Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8454061 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Section 2.13.2.1

Para. 2.13.2.1, states "Perform at least three different water-cementitous material ratios, which produce a range of strength encompassing that required on the project."

Confirm acceptable to use W/C ratio outside of the allowable maximum 0.45 to obtain the necessary data to support range in strengths encompassing that required on the project.

Government Response. . The selected mix design must not have a water-cement ratio greater than 0.45. So the three different water-cement ratios chosen for trial mix batches should be less than 0.45. On: Apr 09 2020

8454062 Electrical PLAN SHEET E-201 to E-104 D4/E-

Plan Sheet E-102, taxiway lighting and runway distance lighting specifies duct bank details D4/E-502. On pages E-103 and E-104 taxiway lighting and runway distance sign lighting is not specified. Can we assume all taxiway lighting and runway distance sign lighting are per detail D4/E-502 unless specifically noted otherwise, and/or please indicated required detail.

Government Response. . If there is only one circuit running along a duct route, the typical detail indicated in D4/E-502 will be used unless specifically noted. If there will be multiple circuits running in parallel along a duct bank route, each circuit conductor(s) will run in each assigned conduit similar to detail D7 & D8 in sheet E-

502. The general requirement is that number of conduits to be provided will depend on number of circuits running along same route. Each circuit conductor(s) will run in a dedicated conduit. Multiple conduit spaced 3" horizontal & vertical and with at least 3" concrete or sand embedment as shown in the typical details in E-501. On:

Apr 09 2020

8456618 Specifications

(Table 6)

Table 6 - Plant - Scales, Weighing Accuracy requires the NRMCA QC 3 to be completed monthly during concrete production. Currently the NRMCA QC section 3 is completed every two years due to the certificate being valid for two years from the date issuance. Please confirm the valid certificate through the duration of the paving is all that is required.

On: Mar 17 2020.

Government Response. . The scales weighing accuracy must be tested monthly.

The testing frequency given in Table 6 will not be changed. Prepare the proposal in accordance with the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8456691 Paving PLAN SHEET CP104

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

PCC Pavement Joint Plans indicated Construction joints for single lanes of paving. Will the USACE allow for alternate jointing plans to include paving two joints wide with a longitudinal contraction joint in lieu of the construction joint.

Government Response. . Changes to the joint plan will be taken into consideration however deviations from the joint pattern shown on the drawings are not allowed without written approval of the Contracting Officer, see Section 32 13 14.13 paragraph 3.1.2.b. On: Apr 09 2020

8456692 Civil PLAN SHEET CP502

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Plan Sheet CP-502 note 1 indicates a requirement to "excavate and mix subgrade in place to a minimum depth of 6 inches with a Caterpillar RR-250B Road Reclaimer." Specification 31 00 00 3.13.3.1 specify that "When more than one soil classification is present in the subgrade, thoroughly blend, reshape, and compact the top 6 inch of subgrade. The existing subgrade whether in place or used as fill for the cohesive satisfactory material shall be compacted at plus 3 percent of optimum moisture content."

Please consider removing the requirement for specific means and methods to achieve the desired compaction results.

On: Mar 17 2020.

Government Response. . The note sets the necessary level of effort to blend and mix the subgrade. The equipment stated ensures the desired outcome. This does not preclude the contractor to request a variation to the method during construction.

Prepare the proposal in accordance with the drawings and specifications. On: Apr 09

8456695 Civil PLAN SHEET CP502-CP503

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Plan sheet CP-502 note 2 indicates a requirement to "PROOF ROLL WITH 8 COVERAGES

OF HEAVY PNEUMATIC TIRED ROLLERS HAVING FOUR OR MORE TIRES,

LOADED TO A MINIMUM OF 50,000 LBS. Plan Sheet CP-503 note 2 indicates "HAVING FOUR OR MORE TIRES, EACH LOADED TO A MINIMUM OF 40,000 LBS" Please clarify if the loading requirements are required to be consistent and according to specification section 33 00 00 3.13.1.

Government Response. . The requirement were meant to be consistent. Note 2 on sheet CP503 will be changed in an upcoming amendment. On: Apr 09 2020

8456697 Civil PLAN SHEET G101

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Plan Sheet G-101 note 2. indicates "THE GOVERNMENT'S SANITARY LANDFILL AREA

SHALL NOT BE USED. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DISPOSING ALL

MATERIALS OFF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY. EXCEPT CLEAN EXCESS SOILS CAN

BE

DISPOSED OF AT THE SOUTH RANGE WHICH IS AN APPROXIMATELY 6.5 MILE

HAUL FROM THE PROJECT SITE."

Please confirm if there is an on-site location to dispose of green waste or asphalt demolition or if there is an approved location off site for these materials.

Government Response. . All organic and asphalt pavements selected for demolition can be reused within the project as long as it meets the requirements of the plans and specifications and approved by the Contracting Officer. The upcoming amendment will clarify the requirements. On: Apr 09 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8456698 Specifications

FAR 53.263-

1(e)

Considering the current federal and local restrictions regarding the COVID-19 epidemic and its uncertain impact on the individual business's and other parties necessary to prepare a responsible bid, please consider a Bid Extension.

Government Response. . FAR 53.263-1(e) is not a part of this Solicitation. Due date and time for Proposal submission is indicated on the SF 1442 block 13 A.

Proposal due date extension will be considered and decisions will be indicated in an upcoming amendment. On: Mar 18 2020

8456699 Specifications 00 73 46

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The specification states that the Small Business goals are based on Total Contract Dollars, but the Subcontracting Plan explains calculation to be based on total contracted value to Large Business and Small Business concerns combined. Please confirm that the small business concerns are to be calculated in accordance with the template subcontracting plan provided.

Government Response. . Section 00 73 46 is Wage Determinations and does not include Subcontracting Plan information. Section 00 22 11, Attachment 6 (Small Business Subcontracting Plan) is the template to be utilized. On: Mar 18 2020

8456700 Specifications 32 11 23.23

Section 1.3.2

The specification states "Use an asphalt paving machine to place drainage layer material.

Alternate methods may be used if it can be demonstrated in the test section that these methods obtain the specified results."

Please clarify which results are required to be met to prove that an alternate method could be used.

On: Mar 17 2020.

Government Response. . The required results are those provided in the specification, to include the test section requirements, smoothness and thickness requirements. On: Apr 09 2020

8456798 Specifications 00 22 11

Section 6.1.3 (2)(b)

The specification states "Show all dates, to include completion date, listed in the "Critical Dates" box from Drawing G-101."

No dates are shown on Drawing G-101. Please provide the critical dates as indicated in the specifications.

Government Response. . Section 00 22 11, paragraph 6.1.3(2)(b), was revised in Amendment 0001, which was posted on 17 March 2020. On: Mar 18 2020

8461547 Specifications 32 13 14.13

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

For this project, who is responsible for approving variance requests for Section 32 13 14.13 Concrete Paving for Airfields and Other Heavy Duty Pavements?

On: Mar 19 2020.

Government Response. . US Army Corps of Engineers - Hawai'i District Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) has the responsibility of approving variances to the specifications. On: Apr 09 2020

8463808 General N/A N/A

Please consider a bid extension of at least 15 days. Our small business partners are working hard to generate competitive pricing but our small business partners are challenged to meet the current deadline. Furthermore, the COVID-19 impacts are complicating timeliness of pricing.

An extension would allow us and our subcontracting partners to be more competitive.

On: Mar 20 2020.

Government Response. . Time extension for proposal submittal will be considered in an upcoming amendment. On: Apr 09 2020

8470006 Contracting 00 73 46

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The current wage scale provided is for AK. Please confirm this is correct or revise to reflect HI where the work is being performed.

On: Mar 24 2020.

Government Response. . Will revise in an upcoming amendment. On: Apr 09

8475549 Electrical PLAN SHEET ED-101 AND G-102

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please confirm that de-commissioning and demolition of existing lighting, per plan sheet ED- 101, can be completed following the completion of all three phases of lighting and striping as shown on plan sheet G-102, allowing for 1 switch-over from the existing runway lighting system to the new runway lighting system.

On: Mar 26 2020.

Government Response. . Yes de-commissioning and demolition of existing lighting can be completed after all new lights has been installed so that there will be only 1 switch over from existing to new. Contractor shall ensure there will be no disruption on portions of the runway, taxiway that needs to remain operational during the whole construction. Contractor may use temporary airfield lighting if necessary. If temporary lighting is used, it should have the capability to be remotely controlled from the ATCT. Any existing lights that will remain before switch over should not be an obstruction or should not cause confusion on airfield operations.

On: Apr 09 2020

8476172 Specifications 00 21 00

Section 1.12

(AM#02)

The specification indicates "If JBER is open to all personnel with active base access, offerors must submit proposals in accordance with HARD COPY SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES below and follow HARD COPY FORMAT in paragraph 1.13."

Please confirm if the ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION PROCEDURE can be utilized for this project if the JBER is open, or please provide a date of which the determination will be made that ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION PROCEDURE will not be allowed. A determination date would allow time for the logistics of offerors to prepare HARD COPY SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES in Alaska.

Government Response. . Section 00 21 00, paragraph 1.12 was revised in Amendment 0003. On: Apr 09 2020

8476174 Specifications 00 21 00

Section 1.13 (d)

(AM#02)

Under Electronic Format, the specification indicates "Number of copies: For Phase 1, submit one electronic copy as ONE PDF DOCUMENT via DoD SAFE as described in paragraph 1.9.

For Phase 2, Volume 1 and Volume 2 must be submitted as two separate documents via DoD SAFE as described in paragraph 1.9.

The successful contractor shall provide one (1) searchable, read only electronic (*.pdf) copy of the entire Volumes 1 and 2 and one (1) copy of all CADD files using AutoCAD 2007."

Please confirm that this specification applies to this contract as the Phase 1 and Phase 2 reference is not identified elsewhere in the contract documents and paragraph 1.9 has no description of DoD SAFE submission requirements. If required, please provide requirements for the "Number of copies" for the ELECTRONIC FORMAT option for this contract.

Government Response. . Section 00 21 00, paragraph 1.13(d) was revised in Amendment 0003. On: Apr 09 2020

8494777 Electrical PLAN SHEET ED-102 E8 / E-

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Plan Sheet E-102 calls out drawing E-507, Detail E-8 for the runway edge lighting. The detail shows a precast concrete airfield rated handhole with the Edge Light Can attached. Are these precast concrete handholes with light bases attached required only on E-102 where the Hillclimber ramp meets the runway, or the entire length of the runway for all edge lighting?

The drawings only call for this detail on sheet E-102 and are not clear on which detail applies to the remaining edge lighting.

On: Apr 07 2020.

Government Response. . It is a typical detail that will apply to all runway edge light for the whole length of the runway. On: Apr 09 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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