ProjNet Questions and Responses 29Jul2020.pdf

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8702924 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

Will there be a site visit on the seed project?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. As of now, after speaking with the PDT, there is not going to be a site visit planned for this project. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. A formal site visit will not be conducted. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702928 Contracting Section 00 10 00 -

Solicitation

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

In reference to the contractor's requirement to purchase 5 annual updates for CostWorks and provide to the government, is that for two government licenses per year?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Yes. Provide 2 Government licenses per year. By: Stephen Herman; SWL Construction Branch; (540-665-6712 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. Yes. Provide 2 Government licenses per year. On: Jul 29 2020

1-2 Government Response. Yes. Provide 2 Government licenses per year. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702931 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

Is this opportunity limited to 8(a) companies with offices located in a specific geographical area (i.e., SBA Regions VI and VII)?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The project is solicited as a competitive 8(a) solicitation, with no further set-asides. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. The project is solicited as a competitive 8(a) solicitation, with no further set-asides. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702933 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

The instructions for Factor 4 say to provide completed PPQ-0s for at least 3 customers. Can the projects/contracts evaluated in those PPQ-0s be different from the 5 projects/task orders described in Factor 3?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The submission requirement does not state the completed PPQ-O for Factor 4 has to be same projects/tasks for Factor 3. The Government will use the information to determine the

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Offeror's probability of successfully performing the scope of work as described in this solicitation. By:

Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. The submission requirement does not state the completed PPQ-O for Factor 4 has to be same projects/tasks for Factor 3. The Government will use the information to determine the Offeror's probability of successfully performing the scope of work as described in this solicitation. On: Jul 28

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702935 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

Can CPARS evaluations be used in Factor 4 in lieu of PPQ-0s?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. PPQ-O is the Submission Requirement. The Attachment has been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov as an attachment to the solicitation. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division;

(501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. PPQ-O is the Submission Requirement. The Attachment has been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov as an attachment to the solicitation. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702936 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 were not included in the solicitation files. Can these be added to the notice please?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 have been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov. By:

Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 have been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702940 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

Are offerors supposed to submit their proposals in hard copy? The RFP mentions three-ring loose-leaf binders with tabs and double-sided pages and folded 11" x 17" pages, but it also says that "Offerors shall submit one (1) electronic copy (CD) of their non-price proposal (Volume 1); and one (1) electronic copy of their price proposal (Volume 2)."

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Yes, offerors are to submit hard copies. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Yes, offerors are to submit hard copies along with the electronic copies. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8702942 Contracting SECTION 00 21 11

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

If proposals are being submitted in electronic format only, can proposals be uploaded through the DoD SAFE site rather than by shipping CDs through the mail or with commercial carriers?

On: Jul 14 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Proposals are to be submitted in hard copies. DOD Safe will not be used. By:

Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

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1-1 Government Response. Proposals are to be submitted in hard copy and electronic copy. DOD Safe will not be used. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705376 Contracting Submission Requirements

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

Please Provide Attachments 1 and 2.

On: Jul 15 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Attachments 1 & 2 have been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Attachments 1 & 2 have been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705389 Contracting RFP p. 9 Submission Format

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

The text under the headings TABS and NUMBER OF COPIES seem to indicate that the Government is asking Offerors to submit both a hard copy and CDs of their proposals. In light of the current pandemic and to enable a contactless submission, would the Government consider submission via email or upload to a Government portal such as AMRDEC SAFE?

On: Jul 15 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Proposal are to be submitted by hard copies. Email or AMRDEC SAFE will not be used. In light of the current pandemic, the Government will take precautionary measures. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Proposal are to be submitted by hard copy with electronic copies as stated.

Email or AMRDEC SAFE will not be used. In light of the current pandemic, the Government will take precautionary measures. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705397 Contracting RFP p. 12

FACTOR 3 - EXPERIENCE

(VOL 1, TAB D)

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

"The Government will consider the experience of a parent/divisional office and/or an affiliate company, provided that the offeror submits a letter or memorandum..."

Please confirm that these letters/memoranda are not included in page count.

On: Jul 15 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The letters/memoranda ARE included in the 25 page limits. PPQ-O includes 4 pages per customer. PPQ-O has been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. The letters/memoranda ARE included in the 25 page limits. PPQ-O includes 4 pages per customer. PPQ-O has been uploaded to beta.SAM.gov. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705472 Contracting RFP p. 9 and p. 13 Submission Requirements

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

The Submission Requirements on p. 9 indicate that Volume 2 should include Tab A- Price Schedule and Tab B - Offer Guarantee. However, on p. 13, the Submission Requirement for Coefficient Factor (Vol 2, Tab A) precedes the Price Schedule (Vol 2, Tab A) Submission Requirement and includes a provision that Offerors "provide aggregate construction bonding capacity." Can the Government please clarify the structure of Volume 2?

On: Jul 15 2020. Forward request by email.

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1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Volume 2 Structure:

TAB A: Co-Efficient TAB B: Price Schedule TAB C: Offer Guarantee These changes will also be reflected in Amendment 0001. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division;

(501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Volume 2 Structure:

TAB A: Co-Efficient TAB B: Price Schedule TAB C: Offer Guarantee These changes will also be reflected in Amendment 0001. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705479 Contracting RFP SF 1442 Project Location

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

Please confirm that Offerors must have a SBA approved bona fide place of business in SBA Region VI and/or VII for the purposes of this solicitation.

On: Jul 15 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The work will be restricted to SBA regions VI and VII which cover the geographic boundary of the Little Rock District. The project is solicited as a competitive 8(a) solicitation with no further restrictions. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. The work will be restricted to SBA regions VI and VII which cover the geographic boundary of the Little Rock District. The project is solicited as a competitive 8(a) solicitation with no further restrictions. On: Jul 28 2020

1-2 Government Response. The work will be restricted to SBA regions VI and VII which cover the geographic boundary of the Little Rock District. The project is solicited as a competitive 8(a) solicitation with no further restrictions. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8705487 Contracting RFP p. 13 Factor 4 - Past Performance

(Vol 1, Tab E)

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

Please confirm that completed CPARs may be submitted in lieu of Past Performance Questionnaires.

On: Jul 15 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Based on anticipated and unknown requirements, the ceiling was established as $72,500,000. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Past Performance Questionnaires must be submitted. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8707911 Contracting Section 00 70 00 -

Conditions of the Contract

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

This SATOC has a ceiling of $72,500,000 over 5 years. The awards on JOC W9127S18D0022 (this SATOC's apparent predecessor) appear to have ranged between $7.1M/year and $8.3M/year. Does USACE expect that the annual value of SATOC task order awards will will be close to $14.5M/year?

On: Jul 16 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Based on anticipated and unknown requirements, the ceiling was established as $72,500,000. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. Based on anticipated and unknown requirements, the ceiling was established as $72,500,000. Annual requirements estimates are not known. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8714654 Contracting Page 6 of Solicitation 00 10 00

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

Upon submission of response to this solicitation, how many RS Means subscriptions must be purchased by the contractor?

Which version of RS Means is required for this project?

On: Jul 20 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. RS Means Costworks disk. Purchase most current version. Disk cover reads 'Estimating Costs with RSMeans data Costworks CD. Provide 2 Government RS Means Costwork CD's annually. By: Stephen Herman; SWL Construction Branch; (540-665-6712 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. RS Means Costworks disk. Purchase most current version. Disk cover reads 'Estimating Costs with RSMeans data Costworks CD. Provide 2 Government RS Means Costwork CD's annually. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8719684 Contracting Seed Project Drawings

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

Can the Government provide Drawing 142/2105 for the catwalk shown on RS715?

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Requested file has been attached. (Attachment: TR_6481_142_2105.TIF) By:

Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Requested file has been attached. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8719685 Contracting S-502 F-6

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

Please identify the locations requiring the work depicted in Drawing S-502 Detail F-6.

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Apologies for not making it clear in sheet notes.

Detail F6 was included in the set ahead of construction as a method for repairing damaged joints, IF they exist, as well as if they get damaged during the deck demolition process.

Currently there is no known issues with embedded joint framing.

The method for demolition, hydro-demolition, should greatly mitigate possible joint damage. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Detail F6 was included in the set ahead of construction as a method for repairing damaged joints, IF they exist, as well as if they get damaged during the deck demolition process.

Currently there is no known issues with embedded joint framing.

The method for demolition, hydro-demolition, should greatly mitigate possible joint damage. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8719989 Contracting S-501

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

Can we get access to the underside of the bridge deck before the bid via the catwalk to observe the condition of the bridge deck?

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

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1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. I don't see why access can not be granted. Coordination will likely need to be made with Contracting and or Project Office. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch;

(5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Coordination will need to be made with the Table Rock Project Office

(417) 334-4101 On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8719992 Contracting S-501

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

The existing monoliths have a lot of construction joints. Will those need to be saw cut into the Latex Concrete Overlay and sealed?

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Yes, the joints need to match between the existing and the rapier patch work and overlay. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Yes, the joints need to match between the existing and the rapier patch work and overlay. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8719994 Contracting S-501

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

Can we mill a portion of the deck to allow for more efficient use of the hydrodemo machine.

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. This question is not fully understood, but I am assuming you are asking to MECHANICALLY mill the deck in lieu of hydro-demolition (hydro-milling).

LATEX OVERLAY.....No, mechanical milling shall NOT be a substitute for hydro-milling/hydro-demolition on the bridge portion of the roadway or the non-overflow portion of the roadway. The milling depth is 0.25 inches, hydro-milling allows for removal of the material after proper calibration is accomplished.

Furthermore, the method of hydro-milling was specified as it prevents damage to the remaining portion of the deck, i.e. does not create micro-cracking which could effect the bonding of the overlay to the newly prepared subsurface.

REPAIR areas (Patch work) on non-overflow. In the event the option is not awarded, the patchwork on the non-overflow may be accomplished by milling up to a depth in which the milling machine will NOT impact the existing reinforcement (KTR shall field verify). Typically milling machines result with further damage due to impacting existing reinforcement. KTR shall take care to not cause further damage. AFTER milling the KTR shall use a minimum of 7,000 psi pressure washer to blast the surface clean and free of debris and loose material prior to placement of any material. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. This question is not fully understood, the assumption is the question is asking to MECHANICALLY mill the deck in lieu of hydro-demolition (hydro-milling).

LATEX OVERLAY.....No, mechanical milling shall NOT be a substitute for hydro-milling/hydro-demolition on the bridge portion of the roadway or the non-overflow portion of the roadway. The milling depth is 0.25 inches, hydro-milling allows for removal of the material after proper calibration is accomplished.

Furthermore, the method of hydro-milling was specified as it prevents damage to the remaining portion of the deck, i.e. does not create micro-cracking which could effect the bonding of the overlay to the newly prepared subsurface.

REPAIR areas (Patch work) on non-overflow. In the event the option is not awarded, the patchwork on the non-overflow may be accomplished by milling up to a depth in which the milling machine will NOT impact the existing reinforcement (KTR shall field verify). Typically milling machines result with further damage due to impacting existing reinforcement. KTR shall take care to not cause further damage. AFTER milling the KTR shall use a minimum of 7,000 psi pressure washer to blast the surface clean and free of debris and loose material prior to placement of any material. On: Jul 28 2020

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Current Request Status: Request Closed

8719996 Contracting S-501

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

Will there be a time available to inspect the underside of the bridge. We need to look at the bearing seats and grout pads to determine the methods of remove/replace of the grout pads.

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Bridge may be inspected with coordination from the Table Rock Project Office (417)334-4101 By: Jonathan Sawrie; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1045 ) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Bridge may be inspected with coordination from the Table Rock Project Office (417)334-4101 . On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8719999 Contracting N/A

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

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic making the gathering of information more difficult, we request the bid date be moved back a minimum of two weeks to give a proper response to the project.

On: Jul 22 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Do not anticipate extending response date at this time due to anticipated work requirements once awarded. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 27

1-1 Government Response. Response date is not extended. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723042 Cost Engineering Solicitation

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

Per the solicitation, the Government is requiring that Means Cost works be used as the Software for the contract, along w along w the Means Facility and Maintenance cost book/database for pricing. After speaking w RS Means offices, they informed us that there is no "evaluation" software available and it will cost Three thousand three hundred dollars ($3,300.00) to secure the software required to price the seed project for the proposal. please advise

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. To KO: Recommend allowing alternate similar software be allowed for Contractor Proposal only. After contract Awarded, KTR must use RS Means CostWorks CD. By: Stephen Herman; SWL Construction Branch; (540-665-6712 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. Alternate or similar software will be allowed for Table Rock Roadway Repair requirement. After contract is awarded, contractor must use RS Means CostWorks CD. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723048 Cost Engineering Solicitation

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO) is is possible for the contractor's to use E 4 Clicks Software to price the SEED project and for the Contract? E 4Clicks and Cost works are both R E Means owned software.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. To KO: Recommend allowing E 4 Clicks Software for KTR proposal only if similar. RS Means CostWorks CD must be used after Award. By: Stephen Herman; SWL Construction Branch; (540-665-6712 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. Alternate or similar software to RE Means will be allowed for Table Rock Roadway Repair requirement. After contract is awarded, contractor must use RS Means CostWorks CD.

On: Jul 29 2020

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8723052 IO Project

Management Solicitation FACTOR 2

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

There is no identification of the "Key Personnel" in Factor 2 of the solicitation. Is it up to the contractor to tell the government what the required personnel should be for the contract? Please Advise

On: Jul 23 2020.

Requires Amendment.

Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The following will be included in Amendment 0001.

Key Personnel:

Project Manager - 15 years of experience, degree preferred but not required

Quality Control Manager - 10 years of experience, degree in construction management, architecture or engineering

Site Safety Health Officer - 10 years of experience as dedicated safety rep, and EM 385-1 required safety certificates; cannot be dual hatted

Construction Quality Control Representative - 5 years of experience By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. The following will be included in Amendment 0001.

Key Personnel:

Project Manager - 15 years of experience, degree preferred but not required

Quality Control Manager - 10 years of experience, degree in construction management, architecture or engineering

Site Safety Health Officer - 10 years of experience as dedicated safety rep, and EM 385-1 required safety certificates; cannot be dual hatted

Construction Quality Control Representative - 5 years of experience On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723059 Contracting RFP Seed Project

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

What is the anticipated time duration for the project?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. I would think no more than 3-4 months of work. Hopefully less. This is going to greatly depend on what options are awarded. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On:

Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. Approximately 3-4 months, dependent upon what options are awarded. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723064 Contracting RFP Seed Project

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

Can the entire road or bridge be closed for the duration of the work? With construction access and hydro blasting going on it is just about impossible to perform the work otherwise.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

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1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Refer to Specification 01 50 00, section 3.3 TRAFFIC PROVISIONS.

The intent of the section is to clarify the importance of maintaining a single lane open to traffic. If the contractor proposes a plan that requires a full road closure there should be full clear reasoning within the submitted plan as to why a single lane closure can not be accomplished.

Lastly, the intent of this section was to give the contractor and the COR the flexibility to coordinate this accordingly in order to get the job accomplished. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Refer to Specification 01 50 00, section 3.3 TRAFFIC PROVISIONS.

The intent of the section is to clarify the importance of maintaining a single lane open to traffic. If the contractor proposes a plan that requires a full road closure there should be full clear reasoning within the submitted plan as to why a single lane closure can not be accomplished.

Lastly, the intent of this section was to give the contractor and the COR the flexibility to coordinate this accordingly in order to get the job accomplished. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723068 Contracting RFP Seed Project

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

Is there a limit on how many tainter gates can be out service at one time and approximate duration?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Per 01 35 13.01 10, Section 1.1 there is a 5 gate limit for being red tagged. However, more gates can be requested and approved by COR if a proper plan is presented. The intent is not to prohibit production of work, but to ensure proper planning is accomplished.

The intent of the spec is to communicate the need for KTR to protect machinery as well as understand the gates are needed during floods.

This should be coordinated between the COR, KTR and Powerhouse Personnel. The design anticipates materials for protection of the Tainter gate equipment being over all of the machinery. The lockout is to ensure the KTR has the ability to provide whatever means necessary, with approval from COR, to protect the machinery as specified in SPEC 09 97 02 as well as on sheets G-002 and S-502.

The intent of tagging out the gates machinery is due to the materials for protecting the equipment as well as personnel safety.

The lock out is to ensure coordination between the powerhouse and KTR is accomplished in terms of which gates are being worked in and around. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28

1-1 Government Response. Per 01 35 13.01 10, Section 1.1 there is a 5 gate limit for being red tagged.

However, more gates can be requested and approved by COR if a proper plan is presented. The intent is not to prohibit production of work, but to ensure proper planning is accomplished.

The intent of the spec is to communicate the need for KTR to protect machinery as well as understand the gates are needed during floods.

This should be coordinated between the COR, KTR and Powerhouse Personnel. The design anticipates materials for protection of the Tainter gate equipment being over all of the machinery. The lockout is to ensure the KTR has the ability to provide whatever means necessary, with approval from COR, to protect the machinery as specified in SPEC 09 97 02 as well as on sheets G-002 and S-502.

The intent of tagging out the gates machinery is due to the materials for protecting the equipment as well as personnel safety.

The lock out is to ensure coordination between the powerhouse and KTR is accomplished in terms of which gates are being worked in and around. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

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8723081 Contracting Seed Project 01 35 13.01 10 para. 1.1

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

During the bridge jacking to replace existing grout pads, the electrical to 5 each tainter gates may be red tagged per section 01 35 13.01 10 para. 1.1 of the specifications to allow for safe performance of the bearing work. Please advise if temporary electrical and controls will be required to keep other gates in operation?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. No, temporary electrical supply will not be required.

Red tagging an individual gate will not effect operation of subsequent gates. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. No, temporary electrical supply will not be required.

Red tagging an individual gate will not effect operation of subsequent gates. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723147 Contracting Seed Project 01 35 13.01 10 para. 1.1

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

Section 01 35 13.01 10 para. 1.1 also states that hydrographs are included in the plan set, however they seem to be missing. Please advise sheet number to check for missing sheet(s).

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Agree, I attached to this comment. (Attachment:

Table_Rock_Dam_Hydrographs.pdf) By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28

1-1 Government Response. Attached to this comment. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8723154 Contracting Seed Project Specifications 03 53 19.00 46

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

The quality control requirements are included in Specification section 03 53 19.00 46 Concrete Overlay. Is the Latex Concrete Modified subcontractor required to supply a QC person in addition to that of the prime contractor? Can the person have additional responsibilities?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. I would expect the subcontractor to have a QC person on site overseeing the mix and placement of the latex modified concrete.

However there does not need to be multiple QC personnel if the individual designated as QC manager has the experience requirements listed.

The latex modified concrete is a specialized mix that is volumetrically mixed at the site of placement.

Experience with "Concrete" placement is not a extraordinary supplement to experience placing Latex Modified concrete. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Expectation is that the subcontractor will have a QC person on site overseeing the mix and placement of the latex modified concrete.

However there does not need to be multiple QC personnel if the individual designated as QC manager has the experience requirements listed.

The latex modified concrete is a specialized mix that is volumetrically mixed at the site of placement.

Experience with "Concrete" placement is not a extraordinary supplement to experience placing Latex Modified concrete. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723169 Contracting Seed Project Specifications 03 53 19 Para. 3.6.1

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

Section 03 53 19 Para. 3.6.1 requires joint sealant for the latex modified concrete overlay, will the sealant required in specification 07 92 00 para. 2.1.1 be acceptable for this phase of work?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Yes, those specs should be suitable for concrete joint sealant. ASTM C920 should cover it well.

The KTR still needs to submit the actual product for review.

The 07 92 00 specification testing requirements are specifclly for the hatch cover due to the metal surfaces and possible differing substrates. The tests are to ensure adhesion is accomplished and the covers are properly sealed. This same extent of testing is NOT required for the concrete overlay and repair areas where joints are cut into the overlay. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28

1-1 Government Response. Yes, those specs should be suitable for concrete joint sealant. ASTM C920 should cover it well.

The KTR still needs to submit the actual product for review.

The 07 92 00 specification testing requirements are specifclly for the hatch cover due to the metal surfaces and possible differing substrates. The tests are to ensure adhesion is accomplished and the covers are properly sealed. This same extent of testing is NOT required for the concrete overlay and repair areas where joints are cut into the overlay. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723171 Contracting Seed Project Specifications Appendix A

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

Is anything in Appendix A required in the scope of work?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. No, appendix A is only for reference as to the condition of the bearings and bridge deck. The report was provided to also give the KTR a general view of the bridge through the documents photos. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. No, appendix A is only for reference as to the condition of the bearings and bridge deck. The report was provided to also give the KTR a general view of the bridge through the documents photos. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723174 Contracting sheet S-100 note 4

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

Will the contractor be required to provide a smooth transition from existing asphalt at each end of the non-overflow monolith as require for the bridge span Plan sheet S-100 note 4? Does the USACE anticipate not performing the non- overflow overlay with Latex modified concrete?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Yes, a smooth transition similar to that of the bridge/non-overflow monolith transition will be required.

Award of work is accomplished by contracting, I do not know what will be awarded. I assume it all depends on bids and $'s... By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Yes, a smooth transition similar to that of the bridge/non-overflow monolith transition will be required. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723178 Contracting S-100 C-1

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

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Sheet S-100 C-1 refers to penstock vent locations on RS703 note 3, but there is no reference to vents on note 3, please clarify. Do these vents exist?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Non-concurred. Note 3 states: DO NOT USE GREATER THAN 30 LB HAMMER FOR

REPAIR AREAS BELOW REINFORCEMENT OVER THE PENSTOCK VENTS.

RS-703 details the Penstock Vents. There should be sufficient concrete in the area to demo with no issues, however, to be conservative and to help prevent damage to the vent the limits have been set to 30 lb hammer in this area. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Note 3 states: DO NOT USE GREATER THAN 30 LB HAMMER FOR REPAIR

AREAS BELOW REINFORCEMENT OVER THE PENSTOCK VENTS.

RS-703 details the Penstock Vents. There should be sufficient concrete in the area to demo with no issues, however, to be conservative and to help prevent damage to the vent the limits have been set to 30 lb hammer in this area. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723183 Contracting S-501 detail A4

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

In references to sheet S-501 detail A4 where it reflects the brass cleanout for the roadway drains, please advise at how risers should be formed or added to the drain since the latex modified concrete overlay section will be approximately 1 inch higher than the drain cap.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. If the overlay is awarded for the non-overflow roadway, it is recommended to provide a coupling either internal to the existing riser, or external (i.e. slides over outside diameter). The riser should be provided with a new cap of similar material as existing. Riser should extend to an elevation to provide a smooth riding surface and level surface between the concrete overlay and cap. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. If the overlay is awarded for the non-overflow roadway, it is recommended to provide a coupling either internal to the existing riser, or external (i.e. slides over outside diameter). The riser should be provided with a new cap of similar material as existing. Riser should extend to an elevation to provide a smooth riding surface and level surface between the concrete overlay and cap. On: Jul 28

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723190 Contracting S-502 Detail D6 and F6

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

Sheet S-502 Detail D6 and F6 call for expansion joint repair. Please clarify which or how many joints require this work.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Apologies for not making it clear in sheet notes.

Detail F6 was included in the set ahead of construction as a method for repairing damaged joints, IF they exist, as well as if they get damaged during the deck demolition process.

Currently there is no known issues with embedded joint framing.

The method for demolition, hydro-demolition, should greatly mitigate possible joint damage. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Detail F6 was included in the set ahead of construction as a method for repairing damaged joints, IF they exist, as well as if they get damaged during the deck demolition process.

Currently there is no known issues with embedded joint framing.

The method for demolition, hydro-demolition, should greatly mitigate possible joint damage. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723199 Contracting RS714 section J-J and sheet

S-502 Detail A1 RS714 section J-J and sheet

S-502 Detail A1

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

In reference to sheet RS714 section J-J and sheet S-502 Detail A1, the bridge will have to be lifted approximately

5.5 inches to clear the existing anchor bolts to remove the bearings and remove the grout and a girder under the machinery fouls the clearance at each pier with this operation. Yet the bridge can only be lifted 4 inches. Please advise if contractor will be allowed to torch cut these girders to allow clearance.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. No - Do NOT torch cut.

The bridge bearings do not need to be removed. The intent is to rehab the bearings in place, paint in place.

The bridge should not be lifted more than 0.10 inches (one tenth).

The grout pads can be chipped out from under the bearing after unloading the bearing with jacking operations. A jacking plan needs to be provided capturing this.

Please note this is not to dictate KTR means and methods, but to help clarify design intent. During design I anticipated the bridge being lifted only enough to unload the bearing. Recently we lifted a bridge much larger and only needed to move it 9 hundredths of an inch to unload the bearing. The measurements were taken with micrometers at the point of the lift. Highly recommend planning for settlement in the jack and or shoring material once the pressure is released from the jack lines. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch;

(5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. No - Do NOT torch cut.

The bridge bearings do not need to be removed. The intent is to rehab the bearings in place, paint in place.

The bridge should not be lifted more than 0.10 inches (one tenth).

The grout pads can be chipped out from under the bearing after unloading the bearing with jacking operations. A jacking plan needs to be provided capturing this.

Please note this is not to dictate KTR means and methods, but to help clarify design intent. Design anticipates the bridge being lifted only enough to unload the bearing. Recently we lifted a bridge much larger and only needed to move it 9 hundredths of an inch to unload the bearing. The measurements were taken with micrometers at the point of the lift. Highly recommend planning for settlement in the jack and or shoring material once the pressure is released from the jack lines. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723209 Contracting Seed Project Specifications

& CLIN

01 22 00.00 Clin 0003 and

CLIN 0006

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

Section 01 22 00.00 Clin 0003 and CLIN 0006 Indicate Depth Repairs as a lump sum job. Can the USACE quantify the square footage of repairs required or place a unit price bid item for Repairs? This will enable a fair comparison of the bids for the work.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. See schedule on A8, Sheet S-601. This was provided to use for quantities.

This was accomplished by conducting a chain drag of the entire roadway surface.

Also, See Note 3 on S-601... these quantities need to be verified by KTR through survey, as well as a survey to ensure no other damage (Delaminations) exists. I don't dictate means and methods but a simple chain drag works great. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. See schedule on A8, Sheet S-601. This was provided to use for quantities.

This was accomplished by conducting a chain drag of the entire roadway surface.

Also, See Note 3 on S-601... these quantities need to be verified by KTR through survey, as well as a

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Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723288 Contracting 01 11 00

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

The torque shaft for the gates are attached to the catwalk of the bridge. Jacking of the bridge to remove the grout and bearings will require disassembly of the torque shaft, thus causing a delay if flood waters require the contractor to demobilize and allow the USACE to use the gates. The amount of work involved in this action will not allow the contractor to reinstall the work in a timely fashion. The electrical conduits will also be impacted. Does the USACE have a procedure for this work?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The bridge only needs to be lifted no more than a 0.10 of an inch. Any lifting beyond 0.10 inches shall be approved by USACE.

Loosen brackets and electrical as needed.

Means and methods are the KTR responsibility, the protection of the equipment is the responsibility of the KTR, I would presume the loosening of the brackets would be a good idea as the movement in this area is only a 0.10 inch lift limit.

There should be no reason to fully disassemble the shafts. At most I understand the brackets would need to be loosened or removed with temporary support for the shaft provided.

If the KTR elects to remove the shaft(s), reconnecting them within the limits provided still needs to be accomplished. i.e. the KTR should only have as many disassembled as they can put back into service within a 24 hour period. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. The bridge only needs to be lifted no more than a 0.10 of an inch. Any lifting beyond 0.10 inches shall be approved by USACE.

Loosen brackets and electrical as needed.

Means and methods are the KTR responsibility, the protection of the equipment is the responsibility of the KTR, loosening of the brackets is acceptable.

There should be no reason to fully disassemble the shafts. At most the brackets would need to be loosened or removed with temporary support for the shaft provided.

If the KTR elects to remove the shaft(s), reconnecting them within the limits provided still needs to be accomplished. i.e. the KTR should only have as many disassembled as they can put back into service within a 24 hour period. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723329 Cost Engineering Solicitation

52.228-1 BID

GUARANTEE (SEP

1996)

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

Per the solicitation (52.228-1 BID GUARANTEE (SEP 1996) "Offeror is required to submit a bid guarantee with its proposal in the amount of 20% or $3,000,000.00, whichever is less." 20% of what? Please advise

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20% or $3,000,000.00, or whichever is less, is of the requirement value. By: Vonda Rogers; SWL Contracting Division; (501-340-1273 ) On:

Jul 27 2020

1-1 Government Response. The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20% or $3,000,000.00, or whichever is less, is of the requirement value. On: Jul 28 2020

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8723336 Cost Engineering Solicitation

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO) verify the pricing column in R S Means to be used along w the City Cost Index (CCI) and Contractor Coefficient, when pricing Task Orders under this contract.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Use RS Means CostWorks Disk. Once you open a project, you will pick the 'Location' tab, pick the state, and pick the nearest applicable city zip code. By: Stephen Herman; SWL Construction Branch; (540-665-6712 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. Use RS Means CostWorks Disk. Once you open a project, you will pick the 'Location' tab, pick the state, and pick the nearest applicable city zip code. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723337 Cost Engineering Solicitation

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO) verify the pricing column in R S Means to be used along w the City Cost Index (CCI) and Contractor Coefficient, when pricing Task Orders under this contract.

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Use RS Means CostWorks Disk. Once you open a project, you will pick the 'Location' tab, pick the state, and pick the nearest applicable city zip code. By: Stephen Herman; SWL Construction Branch; (540-665-6712 ) On: Jul 29 2020

1-1 Government Response. Use RS Means CostWorks Disk. Once you open a project, you will pick the 'Location' tab, pick the state, and pick the nearest applicable city zip code. On: Jul 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723370 Contracting 09 97 02 Painting

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

In Spec Section 09 97 02 Painting, What surface preparation process supersedes, General Spec on Pg 12 or paint schedule on Pg 17?

On: Jul 23 2020. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation Concurred. Page 12, Section 3.1.1 provides detailed surface preparation requirements which should be followed. By: Michael Ellis; SWL Design Branch; (5013245595) On: Jul 28 2020

1-1 Government Response. Page 12, Section 3.1.1 provides detailed surface preparation requirements which should be followed. On: Jul 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8723372 Contracting 09 97 02 Painting

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

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