A13.2_Bidder_Inquiries_11-6-2017_(FIO).pdf

UNCLASSIFIED\\FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Bid Inquiry Contractor Report All Inquiries

Project: MOTCO, CA - Replace/Upgrade Pier 2 Review: Solic W9123817R0065 (8 Sep - 11 Oct 2017) (00001) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 240 inquiries.

Id Discipline Sheet Detail Spec 6677447 Security n/a n/a Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

For future secure document requirements. Notify industry ASAP if export controls will be required so that they may submit the necessary forms well in advance to reduce the likelihood of delays due to receiving the required security clearances

On: Sep 22 2016.

Government Response. . The Current RFP is released without any export restrictions. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6679073 Security n/a n/a Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

How will this contract handle the requirements of the Real ID Act?

On: Sep 23 2016.

Government Response. . Per Section 00 73 00, page 113 of the solicitation, "The Contractor is responsible for compliance with the REAL ID Act.." On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6682129 Specifications

SECTION 03 45 33 - PRECAST

PRESTRESSED STRUCTURAL

CONCRETE

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

Will it be necessary to use Marine Concrete requiring "Service Life Modeling" utilizing STADIUM software and a STADIUM certified laboratory per Specification Section 03 31 29 when casting the Precast Structural Components -i.e. concrete bearing pile, concrete fender pile and precast concrete deck panels?

On: Sep 27 2016.

Government Response. . No, refer to Specs Section 03 31 29 Marine Concrete, Part 1, General which says "This specification applies to all cast-in-place concrete". The requirements for pre-cast concrete piles and pre-cast concrete deck panels are in Specs Sections 31 62 13.20 and 03 45 33 respectively. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6682328 Contracting S-0001 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Drawing Sheet S-0001 makes reference to Design Dredge Depth - Berth Design Dredge Elevation Including Over Dredge - -40.0 FT MLLW.

Is there any dredging associated with the MOTCO, CA - Replace/Upgrade Pier 2 project?

On: Sep 28 2016.

Government Response. . There is no dredging associated with the Replace/Upgrade Pier 2 project.

Dredging will be accomplished in a separate contract action and will not occur during construction. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6685861 Specifications SF 1442 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

When is Solicitation W91238-16-S-0108 - MOTCO, CA - Replace/Upgrade Pier 2 scheduled to be advertised for bidding?

On: Oct 03 2016.

Government Response. . The solicitation has currently been issued. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6686755 Contracting 01 50 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Will a Project Labor Agreement be in effect for this contract?

On: Oct 04 2016.

Government Response. . No project labor agreement is required for this project. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6687094 Specifications

SECTION 31 62 13.20

PRECAST/PRESTRESSED CONCRETE

PILES - 3.3.5 Jetting of Piles

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

Within SECTION 31 62 13.20 PRECAST/PRESTRESSED CONCRETE PILES - 3.3.5 Jetting of Piles the statement is made: Water jets will not be permitted.

SECTION 31 62 13.20 - 3.3.6 Predrilling of Piles states: Predrilling to remove soil or other material representing the bulk of the volume of the pile to be driven will be permitted to the extent specified herein.

It should be noted that predrilling in the bay is ineffective in that the holes quickly fill-in and are do not leave an open hole for the pile.

Accordingly, it is strongly recommended that jetting of piles during installation be allowed.

On: Oct 04 2016.

Government Response. . Jetting for installation of piles will not be allowed. Only Pre-drilling will be allowed. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6687098 Specifications

SECTION 35 59 13.13 - PRESTRESSED

CONCRETE FENDER PILING - 3.1.5

Jetting of Piles

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

Within SECTION 35 59 13.13 - PRESTRESSED CONCRETE FENDER PILING - 3.1.5 Jetting of Piles the statement is made: Water jets will not be permitted.

SECTION 35 59 13.13 - 3.1.6 Pre-drilling of Piles states: Predrilling to remove soil or other material representing the bulk of the volume of the pile to be driven will be permitted.

It should be noted that predrilling in the bay is ineffective in that the holes quickly fill-in and are do not leave an open hole for the pile.

Accordingly, it is strongly recommended that jetting of piles during installation be allowed.

On: Oct 04 2016.

Government Response. . Jetting for installation of piles will not be allowed. Only Pre-drilling will be allowed. On: Sep 16 2017

6688742 Specifications

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF

WORK - 1.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

- 1.4.1 Contractor Responsibility

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

Contract Specification SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK - 1.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 1.4.1 Contractor Responsibility – requires: "Contractor shall accomplish work in accordance with requirements stated on the attached drawings and specifications; DDESB Approval of Explosives Safety Submission (ESS), dated September 27, 2013 with attached Final Explosives Safety Submission Munitions and Explosives of Concern Removal Action, dated August 6, 2013; Publication Number: EM 385-1-97 Title:

Explosives - Safety and Health Requirements Manual; EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirement Manual, dated 30 November 2014; OSHA CFR 29 Part 1926-Safety & Health Regulations for Construction; and other applicable Federal, State, and local requirements."

It is requested that these reports be provided with the Contract Specifications:

1. DDESB Approval of Explosives Safety Submission (ESS), dated September 27, 2013;

2. Final Explosives Safety Submission Munitions and Explosives of Concern Removal Action, dated August 6, 2013;

3. Explosives - Safety and Health Requirements Manual; EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirement Manual, dated 30 November 2014;

4. OSHA CFR 29 Part 1926-Safety & Health Regulations for Construction;

5. UXO/MEC Safety Support - The Contractor shall follow the Construction Support Procedures as outlined within the Final Explosive Safety Submission "Munitions and Explosives of Concern Removal Action" document for Military Ocean Terminal Concord (MOTCO) dated August 6, 2013, which was prepared by the USACE, Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville.

On: Oct 06 2016.

Government Response. . Items 1, 2, and 5 (same document as 2) have been published to FBO for information only.

Item three is publically available at http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/USACE-Publications/Engineer- Manuals/

Item four is publically available at https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owastand.display_standard_group?

p_toc_level=1&p_part_number=1926 On: Oct 05 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708876 Structural Para. 5.3.3 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

In section 00 22 11 paragraph 5.3.3 Tab 2 Factor 2 - Technical Approach item 2 b.7, it states: "Demonstrate how the offeror intend to remain with the general deck footprint and perform under the resulting contract using only one pile driver." Will the contractor be restricted to using only one pile driving rig on this project?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Yes, the resulting solicitation restricts pile driving activities so that only one rig is driving at a given time. (However, an offeror may position a second rig while the first is driving, so long as they are both not driving simultaneously.) See The NMFS Biological Opinion (p. 33-34) and The Final Supplemental EA (p. 6-19) for more information (both issued with Amendment 0001). On: Oct 12 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708879 Construction Phasing Para. 5.3.3 00 22 11

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

In section 00 22 11 paragraph 5.3.3 Tab 2 Factor 2 - Technical Approach item 2 b.3, it states: "Discuss their approach to schedule all in-water work (demolition and pile-driving phases) that shall not exceed 27 continuous months weeks in total duration (including all demolition to be completed within 7 continuous months) which is to be completed with the overall period of performance." We are assuming the word "weeks" above is a mistake; please confirm. Our other questions is: why must the demolition be completed in 7 continuous months? In lieu of the seven months, we would prefer that the demolition be done according to the needs of the construction schedule.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Correct, "weeks" was a mistake, which has been corrected in the current solicitation. The demolition must be accomplished in 7 continuous months per the environmental consultation documents. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708890 Construction Phasing 01 14 00

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

Section 01 14 00 Work Restrictions does not indicate any restrictions with respect to in-water work. Are there any schedule restrictions that limit in-water work on this project? Please provide USACE and any other permits already obtained for this project.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Restrictions on work in and over the water are included in the biological opinions attached in amendment 0001. The biological opinions authorize year-round work (no designated "fish window") subject to the construction sequence and schedule timelines in the Environmental Impact Statement. On: Oct 12 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708895 Contracting Para. 1.1b 00 14 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

In section 01 14 00 paragraph 1.1 b. it states "Contractor cannot perform work while a ship is at Pier 3 conducting a mission." Could you please tell us what amount of time we should allow in our construction schedule for these "interruptions"?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Please allow for no time in the construction schedule for the delays. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708896 Contracting Para. 5.3.5 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

In section 00 22 11 paragraph 5.3.5 Tab 4 Factor 4 - Socioeconomic Considerations item a. sub-item v., it states:

"Goals for this procurement are – Small Business (50%) of the total contract value." This contradicts what is said in Section 00 22 16, which states plainly that the "goals are calculated as a percentage of the TOTAL SUBCONTRACTING DOLLARS, NOT THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT." We assume that this sentence in 00 22 16 is correct and that paragraph 5.3.5 is in error.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . All small business participation goals will be value of the total acquisition per section 00 22 00, i., Tab 4 of the Technical Proposal: Factor 4 – Small-Business Participation, paragraph 2.

(d). On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708902 General Para. 1.1 01 35 00

In section 01 35 00, paragraph 1.1 references "Explosive Safety Submission (ESS) for Military Ocean Terminal Concord (MOTCO)." Drawing G-006 General Notes, Section E Contractor's Operation Note 1 also references this document as well as the Department of Defense Safety Board (DDESB) Approval (with conditions) dated 24 September 2013. We request copies of both documents be provided to assist in determination of MEC subcontractor scope and overall planning for construction activity to comply with these requirements.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . These documents have been published to FBO, for information only. On: Oct 06 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708906 General Para 1.1 01 35 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

In section 01 35 00 paragraph 1.1, please provide instruction on how the following items will be acquired and from whom?

a) Action Report for the recently completed Water Explosion Area MRS munitions response action.

b) Record drawings showing the extent of the Water Area MRS provided with the low probability risk rating.

c) Historical data, utility maps, and any other pertinent background information.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . All of these items have been posted to FBO for information only. On: Oct 05 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708923 General Para 5.3.2c 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Because of the limited number of pier projects of this size, we request that projects that are 90% complete or greater be considered as "substantially complete" for purposes of the RFP.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Per section 00 22 00, paragraph 5.3.2. 2. c. of the RFP, "Do not submit construction projects that are not at a minimum substantially complete. (For this purpose, 'substantially complete' means that at least 90% of the project is complete.)" On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708926 Contracting Pra 5.3.2, Factor 1, 2(2) 00 22 11

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

This item asks for three sample projects from any subcontractor that will be responsible for 25% or greater of the project. If we do not have any subcontractors that will be responsible for 25% or more of the project, are we to simply skip this section? Will we be rated higher for not having a subcontractor that performs as much as 25% of the work? We understand from the end of this section that greater weight will be given to firms that self-perform.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . If there are no subcontractors that provide 25% or more work, then you may disregard this section.

At this time, there are no plans to rate a firm higher for specifically not having a subcontractor perform 25% or more of the work. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708928 Contracting Pra. 5.3.3, 3(2)c 00 22 11

We think 6 pages, including an organization chart, may be too short to successfully provide all the information requested for the Factor 2 Technical Approach. We request that the number of pages be extended to 10, and that the organization chart be excluded form that count.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Per RFP Section 00 22 00, para 5.3.3 2.c., "The organization chart is limited to one 11" x 17" page. Otherwise, the submission may include narrative and/or graphics and is limited to ten 8-1/2" x 11" pages. Although a standard format is not specified, the information should be presented in essentially the same order as discussed above. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708929 Contracting Para. 5.3.3, 3(2) 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

We are asked to limit the schedule to two pages, but there must also be a signed compliance statement in this tab.

May we assume that the compliance statement is not included in the two-page limit?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Per RFP Section 00 22 00, para 5.3.3 3.c.(1), related to the Project Schedule, "There is a two (2) page limitation for this submission; however, pages must not exceed 11" x 17" in size.

The offeror's statement of compliance with 10 U.S.C. 2858 is not included in this limit. Ensure the font size is legible so each activity and its duration can be read." On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708931 Contracting 00 22 11 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Because of the size and complexity of the project, and possibilities for injury, we request that Offeror Safety Statistics be another factor that will be weighed in the RFP.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Site safety is an important contract administration consideration, especially as it pertains to the work site safety plan. However, please note page 3, item 6. "Safety/Security" on the Past Performance Questionnaire. Accordingly, this item will be considered under the past performance factor (see section 00 22 00). On: Oct 12 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708940 Mechanical Sheet C-502, Typical Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

We see no pipe insulation, blankets, heat trace wiring or freeze valves on the water system and suggest that they be considered at outlets, BFPs, etc.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Freeze protection is not necessary for the conditions at the site. The additional equipment suggested are not necessary. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708941 Mechanical Sheet C-503 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Sheet C-503 calls for 3-inch DIP. In the past we have found this to be a not-stocked item and suggest that 4-inch DIP be allowed as a contractor's option.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The 3-inch pipe size is required for self-cleaning velocities of flow. Use of 4-inch pipe is not acceptable. On: Sep 16 2017

6708944 Construction Phasing General

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

We understand that the entire work area will be made available at one time with no phasing required. Please verify.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The entire work area is expected to be made available without phasing. On:

Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708957 Mechanical Drawing S-551 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Utility supports are shown to be 3/8-inch thick HDG steel. We suggest considering a thicker section be considered for this marine splash-zone work.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The Designer of record has stated their design is adequate. The use of a thicker section (as suggested) is not necessary. On: Oct 12 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708960 Structural Drawings SR 103 through SR106 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The Table on SR502 calls for some 100 panels to be strengthened. The Plan Sheets are highlighted at 10 or so locations. To clarify this significant scope for all bidders, we suggest that all panels to be strengthened be shaded or hash-marked.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Please reference the table on sheet SR502 for panel strengthening designations. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708962 Contracting 00 01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The Bid Form Schedule lists the CLIN base bid and option items spread over PDF pages 6 through 33. Is it possible to provide a table format of the 64 each bid items listed?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Our Cost Engineering Section in not certain that a table provided by USACE would benefit all the bidders. Bidders are welcomed to prepare a table themselves. On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708968 Contracting 00 01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The solicitation Bid Form Schedule lists the CLIN base bid and option items. There are multiple base bid items separated into different areas of the project and trades of work. It is not typical for a bid form to be broken down into this much detail on the base bid due to the post award breakdown by pay estimate in the activities of the schedule, and this will cause extra effort to close-out the estimate on bid day. Is there any possibility of grouping the non-unit price base bid items into less than the current sixteen sub-base bid CLIN's?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Our Cost Engineering Section feels the quantity of base bid CLIN helps the bidder, and USACE, in providing greater detail when bid analysis time occurs. It prevents USACE from having to ask the bidder what's actually rolled up into, or included in that dollar amount. On: Oct 11 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708971 Contracting 00 01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The solicitation Bid Form Schedule lists the CLIN base bid and option items. Please clarify which line items on the form require contractor values to be filled in.

a) As an example item 0001 states it's the CLIN for the "... to complete Replace/Upgrade (Modernization of) Pier 2 ..." there is a solid line and the words NET AMT, but no quantity or unit. Are we expected to provide a price here?

If so, is the price the total base bid amount that is then further separated by the individual bid items 001AA to 001AR? Or is this for the work activities in the base bid that are not specifically listed in the CLINs 0001AA to

0001AR?

b) Another example is CLIN 1008 option or 1009 option for Work Suspension - there is a solid line and the words NET AMT, but no quantity or unit. Are we expected to provide a price here? CLIN 1008 option or 1009 option are each followed by multiple sub CLIN items that have a quantity and unit. Is the initial bid item meant to be the total option item cost for that series that is further separated by the individual bid items 1008AA and beyond?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Our Cost Engineering Section has indicated that each CLIN should include a total CLIN amount. On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708978 Contracting FAR Clause 52.214- 14 00 21 00, Instructions

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

Will this project be rated DX or DO? The selection has not been designated yet.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The Government is unaware of any rating at this time. On: Oct 11 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708988 Contracting FAR Clause 52.215- 20 00 21 00, Instructions

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

FAR Clause 52.215-20 indicated that the Work-Breakdown – Structures are defined in section 00 21 00. Was this sentence intended to reference 00 22 11?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The previous Section 00 22 11 has been moved to 00 22 00 in the latest version of the solicitation, and FAR 52.215-20 in the solicitation now references 00 22 00. On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708990 Contracting CLIN 1008 00 01 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Regarding the CLIN 1008 option for Work Suspension mobilization and demobilization:

a)Are we interpreting this correctly that the equipment to be relocated is intended to be the mobile equipment inside a certain blast radius? Our reason for asking is due to the exorbitantly high cost for demobilization and remobilization of stationary large construction equipment that is not mobile.

b)Can additional definition be provided on this option CLIN? We are interested to know :

i) How far away are we required to Demob/Mob the personnel and equipment?

ii) Is there is an alternate position at the MOTCO facility we can stage the equipment?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . This option was deleted between the draft solicitation provided for comment in Fall 2016 and the solicitation as issued in Sept 2017. Unanticipated work suspension and demobilization will be handled as a contract modification in the unlikely event it is required.

In addition, the following instructions were added to RFP section 00 22 00, under the work breakdown structure instructions to facilitate any necessary modification, "In addition, the Contractor shall provide a separate price-breakdown structure that includes, but is not limited to, all labor categories, hours, material, equipment, transportation, travel, and per diem related to each CLIN 0024, MEC Removal and Disposal, and CLIN 0025, MEC Blast-in-place." On: Oct 11 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708991 General General Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Contract Front End PDF "solicitation" has the page numbering start at 73 of 118. Can you provide page numbers for the initial 72 pages as well?

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . In a recent amendment, a conform copy of the solicitation will be issued with page numberings. On: Oct 05 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708992 General Contract Drawings Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The Contract Drawing PDF has 336 pages that are individually numbered. Is it possible for these pages to additionally have a sequential number on the bottom right of the page? This will help the contractors to keep the drawings organized.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The Government intends to number the contract drawing pages to have sequential number in a conspicuous location on the pages in a forthcoming amendment. On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708995 General Para. 3.5 02 41 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Section 02 41 00 Demolition and Deconstruction, paragraph 3.5. Reuse of Salvaged Items states: "Recondition salvaged materials and equipment designated for reuse on the project before installation." We are required to re-use the following items: fender piles, pile straps, chocks, UHMW facing panels and chain anchors, per paragraph 3.1.1 e.

Unless told otherwise we are going to assume that the only reconditioning required for these items would be cleaning them up. Please confirm.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Refer to the Notes on drawing S-531 for requirements on the re-use of salvaged items:

"EXISTING ITEMS SALVAGED FOR REUSE ON THIS FENDER SYSTEM ARE:

1. CONC FENDER PILES.

2. PILE STRAPS AND CHOCK SEATS.

3. HSS CHOCK (CUT TO FIT PILE LAYOUT INDICATED).

4. ALL UHMW FACING ON PILE, STRAPS AND CHOCKS (CUT RUB STRIPS ON CHOCKS TO FIT PILE

LAYOUT INDICATED).

5. CHAIN AND CHAIN ANCHOR PLATE.

6. ALL FENDER SYSTEM ELEMENTS SALVAGED AND INTENDED TO BE REUSED WILL BE

INSPECTED

AND APPROVED BY THE CONTRACTING OFFICER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. ITEMS NOT APPROVED

FOR REUSE SHALL BE REPLACED IN-KIND.

7. ALL PILES INTENDED TO BE REUSED SHALL BE CLEANED BY THE CONTRACTOR OF ALL

MARINE

GROWTH AND SOIL PRIOR TO INSPECTION BY THE CONTRACTING OFFICER.

8. ALL STEEL MEMBERS TO BE REUSED SHALL BE HOT-DIP RE-GALVANIZED PRIOR TO

INSTALLATION." On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6708999 Environmental Para 3.4.3 02 41 00 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Section 02 41 00, paragraph 3.4.3 indicates that the waste soil may be disposed of on-site. Please provide that approximate haul distance to this site.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The haul distance is expected to be less than 3 miles. On: Oct 11 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6709000 General Para. 1.7 03 01 30.71 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Section 03 01 30.71, paragraph 1.7, "Traffic Control," restricts traffic in the "work area" during the cure period of the concrete repair epoxy. We anticipate that the East Trestle will be used for daily access to the Work. As this work is below deck of the East Trestle, please remove this paragraph or clarify that it does not apply to the work below deck.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . The deck strengthening technique does not allow for loading of the deck during the cure period as deflections may impact the process.

As such, Section 03 01 30.71 para 1.7 "Traffic Control" will not be removed from the specifications.

Contractor shall comply with this specification. On: Oct 11 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6709003 Civil 03 31 29 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Regarding Section 03 31 29 Marine Concrete:

a) We suggest that you get comments from local concrete suppliers on this section.

b) Paragraphs 2.6 and 3.1. For this project with cycled heavy deck pours that call for several re-uses, we suggest adding the following form materials and allow their cleaning and re-use: re-useable form materials of coated plywood, and fiberglass.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Noted. Contractor may propose a value-engineering change during construction. On: Oct 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6709004 Civil 03 45 33 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Regarding Section 03 45 33 Precast Concrete, we suggest that you get comments from local suppliers on this section.

On: Oct 27 2016.

Government Response. . Noted. The current marine concrete specifications are very specific and based on historical data. As such, there will be expected change to the specifications. On: Oct 11 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6735732 Construction Management 00 00 01 00 00 01

Who is the contact at USACE while Daniel Czech is out? We have cleared security but have not been granted access to the plans and specs. I would like to print them today prior to the holiday week thanks

On: Nov 21 2016.

Government Response. . The current RFP has been issued without restrictions. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739612 Construction Management none none none

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

Please reconsider the DBE/SBA participation goals stated at the industry day presentation. The nature of pier demolition and construction requires immense capital and equipment capabilities that businesses in these categories could not possibly provide. Please consider the percentage of anticipated more common trades and materials that will be on the project as a basis for establishing these goals. Further, these companies usually do not carry the adequate insurances for over water work or the experience to safely perform the work. (i.e.- a small business concrete contractor may be qualified to build park hardscape but is not qualified to build a pier deck) Small business participation should be limited to trades such as trucking, AC paving, miscellaneous materials, light electrical/utilities, etc. where heavy capital and technical specialization is not as critical. In cases where participation goals are unrealistically high, contractors are forced to use pass-through subs or unqualified subs to meet the goals, resulting in higher cost and risk on the project. Marine construction does not lend itself to high SBA/DBE etc. participation.

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . Per section 00 22 00, under the Factor 4 - Small business Participation, no specific goals have been provided. However, under paragraph 2.(f), "The proposal will be evaluated to as to the size of the subcontracting goals and their realism/reasonableness. As such, the Government will give more consideration to those firms that propose higher and more realistic small business participation goals.

Items that increase the likelihood of meeting socioeconomic goals, such as identifying specific subcontractors or enforceable commitments (this list is not exhaustive) may result in higher ratings (proportional to the amount of risk reduced)." On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739638 Construction Phasing none none none

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

Please clarify what will classify as "in-water" work. It is understood there will be a 24 month unrestricted period for in-water work with demolition being complete within 7 months. It seemed at the presentation that in-water work would include deck construction and other work above the water and the 24 month period would apply to this work. In many cases "in-water" work is meant to be surface-breaking activtities like pile driving and dredging with work above the water being exempt from the restriction. Given the restriction for one hammer working at a time, it does not appear that there is sufficient time to construct the project. Please consider exempting over-water work from the restriction as well as providing adequate contract time to complete the project.

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . "In-water" work covers all aspects in or over the water including deck construction and all on-pier activities. The period of construction and demolition overlap, and the offeror should refer to the issued biological opinions as such below:

12 month pile driving (NMFS BO p.35) 7 month demolition (FWS BO p.19; SEA p.2-9/2-10) 24 month in-water and land construction (FWS BO p.19; SEA p.2-9/2-10) On: Oct 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739646 Construction Management none none none

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

Has the government made any consideration for the disposal of the creosote pier or made consultation with area disposal sites for their acceptance criteria? Do we know if area sites can accept the volume of treated lumber in question or will it need to be taken outside the region for disposal? Given the volume of materials to be disposed, this will be a significant factor in maintaining the 7-month demolition schedule.

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . Approved disposal sites for treated wood waste have stated they do not see a concern with receiving the quantities of wood waste associated with this project during the demolition period. On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739662 Construction Management none none none

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

Please consider provisions for additional lay down area near the pier site. There appears to be significant space that is only being used to park lifting equipment which could easily be relocated elsewhere and would not be needed on Pier 2.

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . Laydown areas are as specified, per the environmental consultation documents:

EIS p.2-18; p.6-25; p.ES-xix EIS p.4-9: There would be staging areas along waterfront for the construction equipment and temporary storage of demolition related materials.

Lot T-2 is not available for use for Pier 2 construction. On: Oct 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739670 Construction Management none none none

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

Please provide more info on the large concrete silo/well on the south side of the pier. (i.e. - construction as-builts, historic use, possible hazmat)

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . No additional information is available. Reference the provided Hazardous Material study for any potential Hazardous Waste. On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739680 Construction Management none none none

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

It is stated that the existing fender system be reused. It appears that the steel framework and UHMW panels are custom sized for the existing pier. Will the new pier fendering be designed around reuse of these parts?

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . The new pier fender system is shown on the drawings. Refer to Notes on drawing S-531 for salvage and re-use of items for the fender system.

"EXISTING ITEMS SALVAGED FOR REUSE ON THIS FENDER SYSTEM ARE:

1. CONC FENDER PILES.

2. PILE STRAPS AND CHOCK SEATS.

3. HSS CHOCK (CUT TO FIT PILE LAYOUT INDICATED).

4. ALL UHMW FACING ON PILE, STRAPS AND CHOCKS (CUT RUB STRIPS ON CHOCKS TO FIT PILE

LAYOUT INDICATED).

5. CHAIN AND CHAIN ANCHOR PLATE.

6. ALL FENDER SYSTEM ELEMENTS SALVAGED AND INTENDED TO BE REUSED WILL BE

INSPECTED

AND APPROVED BY THE CONTRACTING OFFICER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. ITEMS NOT APPROVED

FOR REUSE SHALL BE REPLACED IN-KIND.

7. ALL PILES INTENDED TO BE REUSED SHALL BE CLEANED BY THE CONTRACTOR OF ALL

MARINE

GROWTH AND SOIL PRIOR TO INSPECTION BY THE CONTRACTING OFFICER.

8. ALL STEEL MEMBERS TO BE REUSED SHALL BE HOT-DIP RE-GALVANIZED PRIOR TO

INSTALLATION." On: Sep 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6739729 Construction Management none none none

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

Please consider/develop a streamlined information and document sharing process for the bid documents. The project will require the rapid dissemination of documents and addenda to dozens or hundreds of subs and suppliers. Many will be non-responsive to requests for participation if non-disclosure or DD2345 forms are required in order to see the plans and specs.

On: Nov 23 2016.

Government Response. . The solicitation has been released without any restrictions. On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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6743366 Specifications none none none Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please reconsider lowering all of the Socioeconomic Goals that are currently expected for this project. There are very few qualified SB, SDB, WOSB, HUBZone, VOSB, and SDVOSB firms that can perform work on a large marine project of this size, scope, and nature. A brief study of the local market reveals that goals in the range of approximately 45-55% of the currently listed amounts would be more appropriate.

On: Nov 29 2016.

Government Response. . Per section 00 22 00, under the Factor 4 - Small business Participation, no specific goals have been provided. However, under paragraph 2.(f), "The proposal will be evaluated to as to the size of the subcontracting goals and their realism/reasonableness. As such, the Government will give more consideration to those firms that propose higher and more realistic small business participation goals.

Items that increase the likelihood of meeting socioeconomic goals, such as identifying specific subcontractors or enforceable commitments (this list is not exhaustive) may result in higher ratings (proportional to the amount of risk reduced)." On: Sep 16 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7145850 Contracting Solicitation: page 1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please extend the bid solicitation date an additional 30 days to allow time for more competitive bids.

On: Sep 11 2017.

Government Response. . The Government intends to extend the solicitation in a forthcoming amendment. The duration is undetermined at this time. On: Sep 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7145870 Contracting Solicitation: page 14 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The detailed description of Bid Item No. 0017 appears to be incorrect. Please provide the correct scope.

On: Sep 11 2017.

Government Response. . CLIN 0017 will be corrected in a forthcoming amendment. On: Sep 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

7146426 Contracting Drawing Sheet SD001

Existing Condition Notes

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

Please provide a copy of each of the following:

RECONSTRUCTION, APPROVED 13 OCTOBER 1944, MARGINAL PIER PILE RECORD, U.S. NAVAL

MAGAZINE, PORT CHICAGO, CALIFORNIA.

· RECORD DRAWINGS, 3 FEBRUARY 1960, REHABILITATION OF PIER NO. 2 - STAGE II, NAVAL

AMMUNITION DEPOT, CONCORD, CALIFORNIA.

· RECORD DRAWINGS, 10 APRIL 1969, EXTENSION TO AMMUNITION PIERS, NAVAL WEAPONS

STATION, CONCORD, CALIFORNIA.

· AS-BUILT DRAWINGS, 22 NOVEMBER 1968, REPAIR DECK - PIER 2 NAVAL WEAPONS STATION, CONCORD, CALIFORNIA

· AS-BUILT DRAWINGS, 10 OCTOBER 1990, REPAIR PIER - 2 DECK, NAVAL WEAPONS STATION, CONCORD CALIFORNIA

· UNDERWATER FACILITIES INSPECTIONS & ASSESSMENTS, AUGUST 1998, PIER 2 AND BARGE PIER

NAVAL WEAPONS STATION, CONCORD, CALIFORNIA

· PIER 2 STRUCTURAL REPAIRS (AS-BUILT) NAVAL WEAPON STATION CONCORD, CA

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT NG2474-02-C-0001, BERGER/ABAM ENGINEERS INC. JAN 2004.

· MOTCO PIER 2 ROUTINE INSPECTION REPORT FACILITY NUMBER 00128 MILITARY OCEAN

TERMINAL CONCORD, CA WFT-MCO-11-0128, KCI TECHNOLOGIES INC. FEB 2012

REPORT FOR ASBESTOS AND LEAD INSPECTION

& SAMPLING SERVICES" #066-15-11 BY ENVIROSCIENCE INC. DATED SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

On: Sep 11 2017.

Government Response. . All of these documents have been posted to FBO, for informational purposes only. On: Oct 05 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7149593 Geotechnical Drawing Sheet B-101 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Please provide access to:

EARTH MECHANICS, INC., "GEOTECHNICAL DATA REPORT,

REPLACE/UPGRADE PIER 2 PROJECT, MILITARY OCEAN

TERMINAL CONCORD (MOTCO), CONCORD, CALIFORNIA,"

PROJECT NUMBER 14-141, JANUARY 15, 2015.

On: Sep 13 2017.

Government Response. . This document was posted to FBO for information only. On: Oct 02 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7149595 Construction Management Drawing Sheet SD001

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

Please provide the tip elevations of the existing piling that are to be removed from the project site for disposal or reuse.

On: Sep 13 2017.

Government Response. . This information is contained in, "30007CM - Marginal pile records dated 13 Oct 1944" posted to FBO, for information only. On: Oct 05 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7149951 Contracting 03 45 33

1. Spec section 03 45 33: 2.21 & 2.2.1.2 please clarify the upper limit for slag.

2. Spec section 03 45 33: 2.2.1.3 please clarify if silica fume is mandatory.

3. Spec section 03 45 33: 2.4.2 Chloride Ion Test; Will the Engineer waive this requirement since the pile has 2.5" cover and 3 gallon / cyd of concrete of corrosion inhibitor?

If no, will at the Engineer at least increase the threshold to 3,000 coulombs or increase the age of test specimens to 56 days?

On: Sep 13 2017.

Government Response. . The slag content must meet both sections. The requirement in 2.2.1.2 is more restrictive than that provided in 2.2.1, therefore it governs.

Silica fume must meet the requirements of 2.2.1.3. Omitting silica fume would not meet the minimum requirement in that section.

The chloride ion test should be performed as specified; the government is not willing to relax this requirement. On: Oct 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7151823 Contracting 1 1 1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Due to the complex nature of the project we request a 4-6 week extension of the bid date

On: Sep 14 2017.

Government Response. . The Government intends to extend the solicitation in a forthcoming amendment. The duration is undetermined at this time. On: Sep 24 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7152244 Contracting SF 1442 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The solicitation states that "Funds are not presently available for this acquisition. No contract award will be made until appropriate funds are made available." Please clarify the status of this solicitation -

1 - When will funds be made available?

2 - The requirement to hold bid prices for a period of 160 calendar days places a significant risk on suppliers and contractors - please reduce this period to 30 calendar day.

On: Sep 15 2017.

Government Response. . 1. This project is currently subject to an Above Threshold Request (ATR).

While most of the funding is available, full funding is currently expected in August 2018.

2. The Government needs sufficient time to evaluate proposals, prepare for and hold discussions, make any source selection decisions, and prepare for awards. This is not possible under a 30-day proposal acceptance period. On: Oct 18 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7152464 Contracting SF1442, Block 13A Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

At the 11/10/2016 Industry Day conference, the Contracting Officer verbally indicated that a 45-day solicitation period would be provided for this procurement. Currently, only 33 days have been provided which is insufficient to develop a reasonable bid proposal response for a project of this complexity. Kiewit/Manson MOTCO, AJV respectfully requests two additional weeks. Please revise the solicitation due date to 10/25/2017.

On: Sep 15 2017.

Government Response. . The Government extended the solicitation by 15 days in a recent amendment.

On: Oct 02 2017

7152504 Contracting 00 21 16 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

In our initial analysis of the Small Business Participation Goals (Section 00 21 16, pg. 30 of 122 in the front-end RFP) that are now to be calculated as a percentage of the TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT, we have determined that these goals are far too high and unreasonable for a specialty marine project of this size, scope, and complexity. Our market analysis indicates an insufficient quantity of qualified subcontractor and/or small business firms that are experienced in this type of work. Additionally, requiring a small business goal that essentially requires 50% of this project to be performed or subcontracted by a subcontractor and/or small and/or disadvantaged businesses then unfairly places burden on large businesses with the proper/relevant experience, and who could otherwise self-perform a greater percentage of this project more safely, efficiently, and in compliance with the specifications, and at a lesser/more competitive price. Large businesses are now at great risk of receiving poor or unacceptable evaluation ratings for Factor 4 – Small Business Participation because of these unreasonable and unachievable goals as they are currently stated to be applied.

Alternatively, a more achievable and realistic/reasonable method for application of the Small Business Participation goals would be to revise the calculation method for the goals back to a percentage of the TOTAL

SUBCONTRACTING DOLLARS.

On: Sep 15 2017.

Government Response. . A recent amendment removed the specified goals in RFP Section 00 21 16, under Preparation of Subcontracting Plan, para(d). These goals have been posted separately to the FBO, for information only.

In addition, please note: RFP Section Tab 4 (Small Business Participation), para 2.(f)., "The proposal will be evaluated to as to the size of the subcontracting goals and their realism/reasonableness. As such, the Government will give more consideration to those firms that propose higher and more realistic small business participation goals. Items that increase the likelihood of meeting socioeconomic goals, such as identifying specific subcontractors or enforceable commitments (this list is not exhaustive) may result in higher ratings (proportional to the amount of risk reduced)."

As such, offerors must submit their own goals. The submitted goals will be made a part of the resulting contract and will be evaluated as to their size and realism/reasonableness. Goals that are higher and/or more realistic may be given a higher rating. On: Oct 02 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7152547 Contracting SD001 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

As indicated in Existing Conditions Notes, Note #2, please provide the existing drawings and reports for the pier structure such that the contractor can evaluate the demolition required for the project.

On: Sep 15 2017.

Government Response. . These documents have been posted to FBO, for informational purposes only.

On: Oct 05 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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