Question and Answer 180000003036.xlsx

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Truck Mounted Auger Drill Unit
Solicitation number
RFP-591-180000003036-3
Issued by
Ingham County, Lansing City, Michigan

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This is a Question and Answer document related to a Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) procurement for drill equipment modifications and upgrades. The document contains seven questions from potential bidders regarding technical specifications for truck chassis modifications, drilling equipment requirements, and warranty terms. Key equipment specifications discussed include truck chassis standards, painting requirements, drill battery access, holdback pressure controls, wire rope lengths for a 29' mast, and hydraulic rod holder mounting options.

The document clarifies that MDOT is requiring a 3-year warranty at no additional cost, which exceeds standard manufacturer warranty terms. Technical clarifications indicate that an adjustable height hydraulic rod holder is required, and bidders must propose alternate options for wire rope lengths if they cannot meet the specified lengths for the 29' mast. Most responses reference clarifications provided in a revised specification document that was attached separately.

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Q #Document NameSection #Page #Requirement #Bidder Question
1Attachment A111.0 – 1.14Will the contractor be responsible for bringing existing truck chassis and existing platform up to standards described in these specifications?Clarified on attached revised spec
2Attachment A111.3, 1.4, 1.5Is the existing truck cab and chassis being repainted under this bid?Clarified on attached revised spec
3Attachment A828.14The drill battery is easily accessed so remote terminals are not typical on the CME-75 drill. Please confirm if the State will require remote terminals on this drill.Clarified on attached revised spec
4Attachment A10310.16Hold back pressure is not commonly supplied on CME-75 drills. Please confirm if the State will require holdback controls on this drill.Clarified on attached revised spec
5Attachment A17517.10, 17.14, 17.19The lengths specified for wire rope are not sufficient for a 29’ mast. Will the contractor be at liberty to supply the proper lengths?Bidder will indicate NO within the response of the Specification attachment, provide available alternate/option and explanation.
6Attachment A23623.1The hydraulic rod holder is available with fixed mounting or adjustable height. Please specify which is required on this new drill.Adjustable Height
7Schedule A131.4Please confirm the State requires a 3-year warranty on this new equipment as this is well beyond the standard manufacturer warranty.MDOT is requesting 3 years at no additional cost. Bidder is to indicate warranty years provided as indicated wthin section

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