5061 Questions and Answers.pdf

W15QKN-20-R-5061

Construction Project, CSS# 22935 Repave MEP lot and Replace Fence - Fort Belvoir, VA

(VA020)

Questions and Answers

Dates, 9 September 2020

Q1. Will all vehicles be removed from the worksite by the Government?

A1. Yes.

Q2. Will generator, containers, and other items within fencing be removed from the worksite by the Government?

A2. Yes.

Q3. Will the slope on the property remain at its current grade?

A3. Yes.

Q4. Will repaving under the concrete ramps be required?

A4. If it has pavement it needs to be repaved.

Q5. What is the warranty requirement, if any, for the asphalt once installed?

A5. One year.

Q6. Are there any underground utilities that the contractor will need to work around/avoid?

A6. Yes, contractor will be responsible for proper mark-out procedures.

Q7. What is the depth requirement for the asphalt?

A7. Project is to mill existing surface to a minimum 3” depth and repave area milled area to seamlessly transition to main driveway.

Q8. Where the fence is being replaced in vegetation, will a vegetation barrier be required?

A8. No.

Q9. Verify that a top rail is required.

A9. Top rail required near gate posts.

Q10. Please confirm that the Double swing gate (reuse) on the outer periphery that do not require to remove & reinstall.

A10. Yes.

Q11. The area 342SY right next to the VEH Maintenance Center, not required to pave & we noticed vegetation in that area. Do we required to removed that vegetation?

A11. No.

Q12. We need to qualify whether owners plan to be receptive to undercut these soft areas: and if not, we need to identify those areas and obtain a release from pavement failure.

A12. See SOW para. 11.3.1.4, Contractor shall excavate and remove any base and subgrade material not suitable for construction of new asphalt in accordance with American Standard Testing Material for soil compaction.

Q13. With respect to striping of the lot, do you wish the contractor to apply 1 or 2 coats of traffic paint?

A13. No, Contractor shall verify stripping plan with Facility Manager.

Q14. If 2 coats are required, do you want the lines to be re-coated the same day, the following day or wait 30 days.

A14. Follow manufacturer’s guidelines.

Q15. Given this is a secure site, we need to understand access requirements for our employees. Are only Americans allowed? Employees with green cards?

A15. Valid state or government ID.

Q16. As the work is being completed, will the gates be secured, and guard dogs inspect all loads coming and going from site? What will be the specific procedures for the dump trucks?

A16. No guard dogs or inspection.

Q17. What size hot mix asphalt gradation do you want to install in the parking lot?

A17. HMA Wear Surface suitable for Heavy Equipment.

Q18. What is the striping plan and the dimensions for each space?

A18. The Contractor is responsible for this, see SOW para. 11.3.3.5. Contractor shall paint and stripe MEP lot to original design. RFOS/COR will have final approval of painting and striping plan for newly paved areas prior to installation.

Q19. Are there any EPA concerns with the MEP lot and if so, how many square feet are a concern?

A19. The Contractor responsible to comply with state and local codes.

Q20. Does the Govt expect us to put up temporary fencing once the fence is down?

A20. No.

Q21. What security is required when the fence is down? Can we leave equipment in the lot overnight?

A21. The whole facility is already within a gate so, there is one level of security. You can leave equipment but, the government is not responsible for it.

Q22. Will the job be all ready for one mobilization or phased out in portions?

A22. The Contractor is responsible for how to do the job.

Q23. Will dirt spoils need to be removed or can they be left and paved over?

A23. No, see SOW para. 11.3.1.5. Contractor shall excavate and remove any base and subgrade material not suitable for construction of new asphalt in accordance with American Standard Testing Material (ASTM) for soil compaction.

Q24. Excluding the fence that is outside the asphalt, can the concrete footers be exposed, flush with the asphalt, or do they need to be covered with a sealant?

A24. Flush with asphalt.

Q25. Will you please post the site visit list?

A25. Site Visit Attendee List is as follows:

A. QCM Inc.

1. Hardik Kakadiya

2. David Thomas

3. Aaron Kuzemka

4. Saul Babcock

5. Walter Bradbury Cordrey

B. New Dominion Construction, LLC

1. Eduardo Guadalupe

2. Bryan Diseati

3. Adrian Lawson

4. Hector Lemus

C. Baron Communications Incorporated

1. Lafayette Tatem

D. Envision Now

1. Kathy Rooker

2. John Talyor

3. Saul Babacok

4. Brad Weniger II

5. Dave Eback

6. Sebastian Roman

E. ENCON Corporation

1. Devang Ajmera

2. Jinal Shah

F. Comp Environmental, Inc.

1. Omaru Kallon

G. Comprehensive Approach Solutions LLC

1. Tom Baltazar

2. Scott Wuestner

3. Dustin Sanderson

4. Harold Green

5. David Smith

6. John Fontanella

7. David Eback

8. Corbin Keith