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FY16 BUNGE DOCK STONE SUPPLY

Question & Answer 3‐11‐2016

7. Question ‐ Not clear on whether or not a Bid Bond is required because this is a request for a quote and not a sealed bid. Is a 20% Bid Bond required as outlined in section 52.228‐1 on page 41 of 52?

7a. Answer – Yes is required ‐ Although, Request for Quote; The Contracting Officer has determined that it is the best interest of the Government to require performance bond for this type of contract.

Whenever, bonds are require we would have to include FAR Clause 52.228‐1.

8. Question ‐ What type of stone (granite, limestone, dolomite, basalt, etc.) the USACE is requesting for the above solicitation. Could/if a variety of stone types can be mixed (ex. granite Armor Stone and limestone ballast).

8a. Answer – We don't specify type of stone, please Reference Specifications 3.1.1 Material Characteristics and 3.1.2 Acceptability.