Q_A RFP #250001.pdf

Barrington High School Athletic Field and Track

BID #250001

Borings were just completed on site although they were completed specifically for the proposed high school addition and renovation project. This information certainly can be shared with the consultant selected for the project once the reports are completed and issued. To level set the scope of work, proposers should carry a $30K allowance for geotechnical borings and test pits to aid in the design of the field project. The selected consultant shall coordinate this effort on behalf of the owner.

A survey was just completed for the proposed high school addition and renovation project. However, the field scope of work is not part of that project. Therefore, it is the consultant’s responsibility to provide any additional survey information in addition to the attached to successfully design and complete the field project.

Does this project have any MBE/WBE requirements?

What specific information are you seeking for the client list mentioned on page 4, Section V, B?

Is there any existing survey data for the proposed construction area? If so, can it be shared?

Is there any existing or historical boring information available? If so, can it be shared?

No.

Similar past relevant experience – projects budget, location, scope, and client reference contact.

A survey was just completed for the proposed high school addition and renovation project. However, the field scope of work is not part of that project. Therefore, it is the consultant’s responsibility to provide any additional survey information in addition to the attached to successfully design and complete the field project.

Section III states “In general, the bidder(s) will be expected to assist the Barrington Public Schools (and have the scope of work completed by November 1, 2024).” Please confirm the desired schedule for completion of bid documents, start of construction, and completion of construction.

Will the Owner provide a current existing conditions plan depicting site features, topography, and utilities? If not, should these services be provided by the Respondent?

Throwing events are not depicted on the Conceptual Plan provided with the RFP. Are new throwing events proposed?

The intent is to complete the design phase and necessary approvals in time to bid and start construction in the Spring of 2025 with construction completion prior to the fall sports season in 2025. Please identify any concerns or challenges that you may have with this schedule.

Yes.

The intent is to complete the design phase and necessary approvals in time to bid and start construction in the Spring of 2025 with construction completion prior to the fall sports season in 2025. Please identify any concerns or challenges that you may have with this schedule.

Section III states that the scope of work must be completed by November 1, 2024. Could you please clarify this requirement?

Is local permitting with the Barrington Planning Board required for this project? Should local permitting be included?

All land use entitlements and permitting required is the responsibility of the consultant. Construction/Building permits are the responsibility of the contractor.

Will questions and responses be shared with all planholders?

Yes.

When do you anticipate initiating the contract with the selected firm?

Mid-October.

Please carry an allowance of $20K for environmental testing and a Phase I analysis.

Is a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment available for this project site? If so, should this be completed by the Respondent?

This note was intended for the contractor during construction.

Section III.B. states “If equipment, items or premises are scratched or otherwise damaged, the vendor shall repair all such damages and leave in a completely finished condition.” Please confirm that this applies to engineers and landscape architects.