Projnet Bidder Inquiries List with Responses.pdf

UNCLASSIFIED\\FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Bid Inquiry Contractor Report All Inquiries

Project: Ft. Bragg Airfield Electrical System Rehabilitation Review: FA-80003-18 Runway Rehabilitation- Pavement and Electrical (00001) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 165 inquiries.

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8809908 Specifications 00 21 13 - Instructions to

Bidders

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

In the Instructions to Bidders regarding the information to be furnished in the bid, it states we are to include Current Financial Statements. May we mail a physical copy of the company financial statements in lieu of including them in our proposal electronically?

On: Sep 03 2020.

Government Response. . Financial Statements must be submitted in accordance with the solicitation requirements only. On: Sep 04 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8810741 Specifications 32 18 20.00

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

The index calls out the spec section in Volume 2 of 2 to be 32 18 20.00 Running Track Protective Surfacing. The footer matches this number, but the header is Section 32 18 16.13. Please advise which is correct.

On: Sep 03 2020.

Government Response. . Title should be 32 18 20.00. Title will be updated when the Conformed Set is issued for construction. On: Sep 10 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8818651 Architectural AS-101, AS-102 A1, Note R5

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

Please specify the dimensions of the louvers that are to be demolished and replaced with Glass Masonry Units.

(Attachment: ArchPlans.pdf) On: Sep 09 2020.

Government Response. . The existing louvers are 4'-0" w x 4'-0" h and 5'- 8" w and 8'-0" h. On: Sep 14

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8820558 Electrical ES-704 one

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

Is the intent of the Airfield design to shut down all regulator in the vaults during the 4 month runway shutdown? This will remove all lighting from the airfield even taxiway B.

On: Sep 10 2020.

Government Response. . The design intent is for the vault to be shut down during the 4 month runway closure. On: Sep 15 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8823004 Architectural AS-101, AS-102

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

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Is the contractor expected to remove furniture and furnishings at the vault on page AS-101, AS-102 prior to demolition?

On: Sep 11 2020.

Government Response. . A rental of a conex (20' long) will be added to the solicitation. Government will move existing materials from the vault into that conex. After the moving, contractor will dispose of the left-over materials in the vault before their demolition work. Government will remove the materials in the conex back to the vault after the contractor's work in the vault is completed. On: Sep 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8823796 Specifications Section 0-1 45 00.00 10

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

In paragraph 3.4.2 it states that;

"The AFAQC is separate and in addition to the CQC System Manager."

and in paragraph 3.4.3 it states that;

"These individuals or specialized technical companies are directly employed by the prime Contractor and can not be employed by a supplier or subcontractor on this project; be responsible to the CQC System Manager; be physically present at the construction site during work on the specialized peronnel's areas of responsibility; havethe necessary education or experience in accordance with the experience matrix listed herein."

Can you confirm that the Airfield Asphalt Pavements CQC Manager, Airfield Asphalt Pavement Inspector and Airfield Asphalt Pavement Technician are a part of the Prime Contractors CQC Organization and must be a Prime Contractor Employee?

On: Sep 11 2020.

Government Response. . The Airfield Asphalt Pavement QC Manager will be an employee of the Prime Contractor OR a direct subconsultant to the Prime Contractor.

The Airfield Asphalt Pavement Inspector and Airfield Asphalt Pavement Technician can be employees or the Prime, subcontractor or subconsultant. These individuals will report directly to the Airfield Asphalt Pavement QC Manager. On: Sep 15 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8823817 Specifications Section 32 12 15.13

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

Paragraph 1.5 states the requirement for a "Airfield Asphalt Pavement Inspector". When you go to the Airfield Asphalt Certification Program website, that certification is not available. Is there another source for this certification?

On: Sep 11 2020.

Government Response. . The website has been updated to reflect current requirements to satisfy the Airfield Asphalt Pavement Inspector.

In order to be granted a temporary certification, applicants must submit the following information.

-A copy of a current asphalt paving inspector/technician certification from a state highway agency or department of transportation.

-The state highway/DOT inspector course agenda and/or a detailed outline from the paving certification course attended.

Airfield Asphalt Certification Program website (www.airfieldasphaltcert.com) contains additional information on qualifications needed to satisfy contract requirements. On: Sep 22 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8826312 Construction Management

All

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

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Can CAD files be provided for the design to assist in the estimating process?

On: Sep 14 2020.

Government Response. . CAD files will be available after project is awarded. On: Sep 17 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8826869 Paving Volume 1 of 2 Sheet CP-

S

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

Detail S on Sheet CP-312 shows the detail for the New Airfield Shoulder. It states 5" of HMA Pavement for Airfields.

Can a breakdown of the thickness requirement for the Gradation 2 Binder Course and Gradation 3 Surface Course be provided?

On: Sep 15 2020.

Government Response. . Binder course for airfield shoulder shall be maximum 3-inch thick lift. Surface course for airfield shoulder shall be maximum 2-inch thick lift. A bituminous tack coat shall be placed between lifts.

Detail S on Sheet CP-312 will be updated for the Conformed Construction Drawings. On: Sep 15 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8827452 Civil 32 12 15.13

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

Paragraph 1.5 Contractor Quality Control Staff - website for registration for the Airfield Asphalt Pavement Certification Program (AACP) is listed as www.auburn.edu. Please clarify where to register for the certification program.

On: Sep 15 2020.

Government Response. . Registration for the Airfield Asphalt Certification Program can be found at the following link:

www.airfieldasphaltcert.com On: Sep 15 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8831610 Civil CD-105

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

SSMH 3996, on sheet CD-105, references Note 6, but there is not Note 6 listed on this shit. Please clarify.

On: Sep 17 2020.

Government Response. . Note 6 should read "SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE STRUCTURE TOP WILL

BE RECONSTRUCTED/ADJUSTED BY ASUS."

Note 6 will be added to Sheet CD-105 for the Conformed Construction Drawings release. On: Sep 20 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837171 Contracting page 21 of 73 00 21 13 Instructions to Bidders

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

EIN, DUNS, and SAM registration/CAGE activation takes 20+ business days, assuming there are no delays or glitches in all systems. With this timeline JV offerors may have problems getting an active SAM registration/CAGE activation by 10/15. May a JV offeror submit evidence of SAM registration/CAGE activation pending so long as each contractor to the JV submits its DUNS and CAGE code information with the offer ?

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . Offerors are required to meet the standards of 52.204-7 as listed in the solicitation. On: Sep 22 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8837585 Civil 31 00 00

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

Please confirm that base bid is to include 1500 CY of contaminated soil removal. If so, please consider adding a CLIN to the bid schedule.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . No additional CLINs for removal of contaminated soils will be provided.

1500CY of contaminated soil removal shall be included in the base bid. On: Sep 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837592 Contracting page 60 of 73 00 70 00 Conditions of the

Contract

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U) performance of work requirements state that the contractor must perform work equivalent to at least twelve percent of the total amount of work to be performed under the contract "with its own organization" - for Joint Venture offerors, will the self-performed work of each Joint Venture partner count toward this 12 % ? the JV offeror will not be populated with employees or equipment.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . The prime contractor is responsible for determining the best means and methods to accomplish the requirements of 52.236-1 consistent with the solicitation, to include JV offerors as it applies to the JV agreement between the JV partners. On: Sep 22 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837594 Civil 31 00 00

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

Please confirm that the 1,500 CY of unsuitable soil removal listed in spec section 1,500 is in addition to the 5,000 CY listed in CLIN 0003.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . 1500CY shall be included in the base bid. CLIN 0003 should be utilized once the 1500CY in the base bid has been exhausted. On: Sep 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837600 Civil RFP

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

Please confirm that unsuitable soil, that is free from contamination, must be disposed at Subtitle D landfill.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . Unsuitable soils as determined by the COR free of contamination may be used as fill in areas not requiring structural backfill. Example areas include areas outside of proposed pavements and outside of the limits of paved and unpaved taxiway/taxilane and runway shoulders. Excess materials shall be disposed of off Government property by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government in a manner that is compliant with all Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances. On: Sep 25 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837614 Civil Bid Schedule

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

Please provide more details on the intent and limits of work applicable to CLIN 0010.

On: Sep 22 2020.

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Government Response. . CLIN 0010 is to resolve issues with the airfield shoulder base materials after the 2-inch milling is complete in the areas of taxiway shoulder repair after lighting installation. It also applies to areas where full strength pavement is removed for duct installation and the base materials need to be replaced prior to replacement of the full strength pavement. This item would includes all labor, equipment and materials for the excavation and disposal of existing base course materials at an assumed depth of 6-inches and replacement with select granular materials (graded crushed aggregate base course), compacted, at locations selected by the COR. On: Sep 25 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837616 Civil Bid Schedule

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

Please provide more details on the intent and limits of work applicable to CLIN 0011.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . CLIN 0011 shall include all labor, equipment and materials for removal and replacement of select PCC slabs at locations determined by the COR outside the limits of construction. This item shall not be used to replace new concrete panels that are cracked or damaged after completion, nor shall it be used to replace PCC panels outside of the work limits that are damaged by the Contractor during construction operations. All replacement panels shall be doweled into the adjacent slabs and have welded wire fabric of a size and arrangement to provide a minimum of 0.05% Area of Steel in both directions. On:

Sep 25 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837617 Civil Bid Schedule

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

Please provide more details on the intent and limits of work applicable to CLIN 0012.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . CLIN 0012 is intended to be used along taxiway shoulders to be milled and overlaid where the existing shoulder is eroded such that after 2" mill and overlay, the drop-off from new shoulder to existing turf exceeds 1.5". Locations are not shown in plans but shall be identified by the COR.

CLIN 0012 shall include all labor, equipment and materials for the scarification of the existing ground, delivery and placement of topsoil materials from offsite source(s), grading and compaction to comply with shoulder grading criteria and the delivery and installation of new sod. Areas shall be kept moist per 32 92 23 until sod establishment. On: Sep 25 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837661 Civil GC-403 Bid Schedule

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

Note 5, on Sheet GC-403, states that Option 4 shall be for the apron lighting improvements for the South Taxiway.

However, CLIN 0013AA states that this scope of work is listed as Option 2. Please clarify.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . See forthcoming Amendment. On: Sep 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837663 Civil GC-403 Bid Schedule

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

Note 6, on Sheet GC-403, states that Option 5 shall be for the apron lighting improvements for the North Taxiway.

However, CLIN 0014AA states that this scope of work is listed as Option 3. Please clarify.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . See forthcoming Amendment. On: Sep 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8837665 Civil CU-105

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

Please confirm that Structure UD-096 is to be a Cleanout Type 1.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . The comment appears to incorrectly reference UD-096, but should be referenced to UD-046. UD Structure 046 shall be a Collection Structure instead of a Type 1 Cleanout, as indicated on CU-511. CU-511 will be updated as part of the Conformed Construction Drawing release. On:

Sep 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837668 Civil CU-112

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

Please provide more information on the structure to be rebuilt and what all is to be included within the scope of the contractor.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . The noted structure is located in the limits of pavement removal of Taxiway L.

The Contractor shall repair any damage to the structure caused by the pavement removal operations. At a minimum, it is expected that the structure frame and lid will need to be removed and the concrete collar replaced before resetting the existing frame and lid. The difference in elevation between the existing and proposed rim elevation is negligible. On: Sep 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8837693 Civil CU-512

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

Please provide an installation detail for 6" Non-Perforated underdrain pipe.

On: Sep 22 2020.

Government Response. . New details for non-perforated underdrain pipe added to sheet CU-512 as part of next amendment. On: Sep 24 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8839130 Contracting Specification NA 52.211-10 Commencement of

Work

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

Can the Contracting Office provide the anticipated NTP date of the runway closure and reconstruction? It is the intention of this contract to close the runway and complete in 2021.

On: Sep 23 2020.

Government Response. . 180 days after NTP. On: Sep 23 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8841787 Civil CP-102

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

Reference Sheet CP-102 for the South Taxiway Package. Please provide existing pavement section for the concrete and base shown to be removed and replaced per Keynote 5.

On: Sep 24 2020.

Government Response. . From historical records, the PCC thickness is 11.75". Base materials are noted as 6" macadam. On: Sep 25 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8843344 Contracting page 22 of 73

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

Due to COVID, IRS and Federal Service Desk employees are working from home, causing delays in EIN validation through SAM. Per information received from a Federal Service Desk employee, this validation, which usually takes 2 business days, is taking as long as 5 weeks. Due to the unforseen and unanticipated delays in registration caused by COVID, please allow JV offerors to submit EIN and SAM/CAGE submission pending, along with the EIN/DUNS/CAGE of each contractor to the JV. Registration for the JV will be complete by the time of award. JV will complete reps and certs and submit with offer.

On: Sep 25 2020.

Government Response. . Offerors are required to be compliant with SAM registration requirements as outlined in FAR 52.204-7 of the solicitation. There is not an authorized clause deviation in place presently to allow a change to this clause requirement. On: Sep 26 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8843949 Paving Volume 1 of 2 Sheet CP-

S Section 32 12 15.13 Para 3.5

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

In Section 32 12 15.13 Paragraph 3.5 PREPARATION OF THE UNDERLYING SURFACE it states; "Apply a prime coat or tack coat in accordance with Section 32 12 13 BITUMINOUS TACK AND PRIME COATS." When you look at Detail S on Sheet CP-312 it does not show placing a prime coat on the new shoulders.

Is Prime Coat a requirement for the New Airfield Shoulders?

On: Sep 25 2020.

Government Response. . Yes, bituminous prime coat shall be placed on the new airfield shoulder prior to placement of the first lift of Hot Mix Asphalt. Prior to the placement of the second lift of Hot Mix Asphalt for new airfield shoulder, a bituminous tack coat shall be placed. Bituminous Prime and Tack Coats shall be in accordance with Technical Specification Section 32 12 13.

Detail S on CP-312 will be updated to reflect the above requirements for the Conformed Construction Drawings. On: Sep 26 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845330 Contracting 00 10 00 – Schedule of Prices

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

The estimated quantity for CLIN 0011 is listed as "10 Job", which seems odd. Should the estimated quantity be "1 Job"?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . CLIN 0011 will be updated to "1 Job" by amendment. On: Sep 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845334 Contracting

32 01 11.51 Paint Removal from Airfield Pavements and 32 01

18.71 Grooving of Airfield

Paving.

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

Subparagraph 1.7.4 of Section 32 01 11.51 of the specifications states that, "Water to be used for high-pressure water equipment will be made available from Government hydrants at the prevailing rates." Subparagraph 3.2 of Section 32 01 18.71 of the specifications states that, "The Government will provide water for the grooving operation."

Please clarify if the Government will furnish water, at no cost to the Contractor, to perform the work associated with the project or will the Contractor be responsible to pay for all water utilized while performing the work?

On: Sep 28 2020.

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Government Response. . The contractor will be responsible to pay for all water utilized while performing work. He will have to set up and account with DPW OMD and install an approved backflow preventer and meter on the fire hydrant that will be inspected by ASUS. The water rate is $11.00 per 1,000 gallons for non-federal organizations. Please note that there will be an associated costs paid directly to ASUS for inspections. On: Sep 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845340 Other GC-404 through GC-406 –

Taxiway North Legend

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

On Sheet GC-404 Stage 1 Plan for the Taxiway North the Legend indicates existing pavement markings that will be removed and replaced by a bold black line and existing pavement markings that will remain with a light black line.

On Sheets GC-405 and GC-406 Stage 2 & 3 Plans for the Taxiway North some of these same markings that were shown to remain are now shown, with a light black line, and labeled "remove existing pavement marking." Please clarify the pavement markings on these three sheets for the Green, Transient, Gray and Silver Ramp areas. Are these existing pavement markings to remain or are they to be removed and if so, are they to be replaced?

Additionally, what are these pavement markings to look like, i.e. 6" yellow reflective with or without a 6" black border?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . GC-405 and GC-406, change last item of legend from "REMOVE EXISTING PAVEMENT MARKING" and replace with "EXISTING PAVEMENT MARKING TO REMAIN". The pavement markings indicated for removal and replacement are all taxiway centerline markings and follow Detail 2 on CM-501. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845341 Sustainability 01 33 29

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

Subpart 1.4a of Specification Section 01 33 29 states that a High Performance Sustainability Building (HPSB) Checklist is at the end of the specification section; however, the checklist is not included. Please provide the HPSB Checklist and/or indicate which portions of this specification section apply to this civil construction project.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . The HPSB Checklist can be downloaded at https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/army-coe/policies-and-guidance-army-design-and-construction/army-energy-sustain-record-card On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845342 Other

CM-501 Taxiway South, CM-501 Taxiway North, and CM-502 Runway 05-

3/CM-501 Taxiway South, 3/CM-501, Taxiway North, and 2/CM-502 Runway 05-

23.

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

Detail 3/CM-501 Taxiway Shoulder Marking Detail (Taxiway South) shows a 6" black border between each of the shoulder markings on the shoulder side. Detail 3/CM-501 (Taxiway North) and Detail 2/CM-502 (Runway 05-23) do not show this 6" black border between the shoulder markings on the shoulder side. Please clarify if this 6" black border is to be placed on Runway 05-23 and Taxiway North as shown on Taxiway South.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . Black border is not required adjacent to taxiway edge marking at boundary between taxiway pavement and shoulder pavement. Detail 3 on CM-501 of Taxiway South Package should match Runway and Taxiway North Packages. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845344 Other CM-501 Taxiway South, CM-501 Taxiway North

4/CM-501 Taxiway South, 4/CM-501 North

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

Detail 4 on both drawings shows Light Fixture Marker Details however, none were found on the drawings. Please confirm that these Light Fixture Markers are not used or provide the location where they are to be placed.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . Apply Light Fixture Marker Detail at all edge lights installed in each package.

On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845345 Contracting

Section 01 45 00.00.10 Quality Control and Section 01 35 26

Governmental Safety Requirements

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

Subparagraph 3.4.2 of Section 01 45 00.00 10 states that the Quality Control Manager is assigned no other duties.

Subparagraph 1.6.1.1.1 of Section 01 35 26 states that the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) may also serve as the Quality Control Manager. Please confirm that the SSHO may also serve as the Quality Control Manager.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . In Section 01 35 26, Paragraph 1.6.1.1.1, DELETE text and REPLACE with "The SSHO shall have no other duties". On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845350 Contracting GI-004 General Contract

Notes

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

Security Note No. 3 on Sheet GI-004 states that, "All workers shall be required to obtain a temporary contractor badge from Department of Emergency Services to access the base. Contractor shall bear all costs associated with obtaining badges." Please provide the costs that are associated with obtaining Department of Emergency Services badges?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . There is no Government fee to obtain Temporary Contractor Badges. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845354 Other CU-106

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

There is a small run of pipe not called out on this drawing. What is the pipe size between storm inlets AS-06 & AS- 07?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . The pipe size between Structures AS-06 and AS-07 is 18-inch as noted in the Pipe Schedule on Sheet CU-501 and the Inlet Details on CU-508. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8845915 Contracting page 67 of 73 00 73 00 Supplemental

Conditions

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

REQUIRED INSURANCE states that offerors must provide coverage in amounts not less than specified in the Release and Indemnification Agreement. Please provide this agreement as it is not currently included in the contract documents

On: Sep 28 2020.

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Government Response. . REQUIRED INSURANCE (OCT 2012 SAS) (REF. FAR 28.307):will be deleted via forthcoming amendment On: Sep 29 2020

Government Response. . This new text supercedes ALL previous replies.

REQUIRED INSURANCE (OCT 2012 SAS) (REF. FAR 28.307): will be amended via forthcoming amendment and not deleted. On: Sep 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846094 Civil 32 11 23.23 & 32 13 14.13

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

In order to help facilitate a more productive paving operation during the runway closure period, and to allow adequate time for evaluation, adjustment, and acceptance prior to the runway closure period, we recommend requiring test sections for drainage layer and concrete paving be successfully completed and accepted prior to beginning the 120 runway closure period.

Due to the data required to be generated and the review times associated with the test section reports, there could be up to 3 weeks of time lost to gathering and reviewing the test section reports for acceptance prior to beginning production placement of the drainage layer and concrete pavement, assuming the test sections are accepted on the submission. Requiring the test sections, and all associated uniformity testing and trial batches, to be successfully completed as a predecessor to closing the runway ensures an adequate review period and also more time for required adjustments prior to production paving, while ensuring that all parties are in agreement for acceptance of the pavement section in a more relaxed environment, without the added pressure from the expedited construction time for the runway closure.

This test section can be performed at a location off of the airfield and removed after full evaluation and acceptance.

Please consider making this a requirement to the project to ensure that all requirements are understood and can be met prior to closing the runway.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . This response modifies specification section 32 13 14.13 paragraph 1.4.6.1. All other requirements apply.

The PCC Pilot Lane Test Section required by specification section 32 13 14.13 paragraph 1.4.6 and paragraph 1.4.6.1 shall be completed outside runway project limits at one of the available Contractor Staging areas identified in the plans, as approved by the government. Prior to PCC test section placement, the Contractor shall place drainage layer material on a prepared area in the storage area of sufficient width, length, grade and smoothness as can be expected in the project area to allow for a minimum 400-ft long PCC placement, and to simulate base layer condition for PCC production paving. Drainage layer width shall replicate the proposed minimum width needed for PCC placement and track-line. PCC Test Section may be completed during Mobilization or early during Stage 1. After test section acceptance, all drainage layer and PCC paving material shall be removed.

The PCC fill-in Lane Test Section required by specification 32 13 14.13 paragraph 1.4.6 and paragraph

1.4.6.2 shall be completed within the project limits after the first full accepted pilot lane or after multiple pilot lanes are placed.

Official Drainage Layer Test Section shall be completed on the finished cement modified subgrade within the production paving area above the separation layer geotextile fabric during Stage 1 per specification section 32 11 23.23. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846143 Civil 32 13 14.13

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

Please clarify the intent of paragraph 1.5.2 which states to build and maintain stockpiles on a paved surface at all times. Is the paved surface intended to be constructed out of a blend of the concrete aggregates, mixed with 6% cement, or only with the aggregate within each particular stockpiled mixed with 6% cement?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . The characteristics of the paved layer under the stockpiles shall be determined by the Contractor. The paved layer shall be stabilized with either asphalt or Portland cement, with mixture

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Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846156 Civil GC-401

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

Please clarify notes 1 and 2 on this sheet. During the pre-bid conference and at the site visit, it was made clear that all construction traffic, deliveries, and personnel would be allowed to access Fort Bragg and Pope AAF through the dedicated contractor's access point for this project. These notes indicate that trucks and deliveries shall use ACP #8 (Knox Street Gate) and personnel shall access through ACP #5 (All American Gate).

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . See Amendment 0002, revised sheet GC-401. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846161 Civil GC-401 and Powerpoint

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

What will be required of the contractors if the dedicated construction entrance on Manchester Road is utilized for the project? What improvements will be required? Will the Government man this gate for the duration of the project?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . See Amendment 0002, revised sheet GC-401. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846170 Contracting 01 35 26 & 01 45 00.00 10

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

There is a conflict between the Governmental Safety Requirements and Quality Control specification sections.

Section 01 35 26 states that the SSHO may also serve as the Quality Control Manager. Section 01 45 00.00 10 states that the CQC System Manager is assigned no other duties. We recommend that the Quality Control specification govern on a project of this magnitude and the CQC Manager be assigned no other duties. Please clarify and confirm this to be correct.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . In Section 01 35 26, Paragraph 1.6.1.1.1, DELETE text and REPLACE with "The SSHO shall have no other duties". On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846175 Contracting 01 50 00

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

Paragraph 3.6 specifies a Government Field Office for the project. Please confirm this is desired and a requirement for this project. Historically a Government Field Office has not been required, and all Government personnel utilize existing Government Offices on Fort Bragg and adjacent to Pope AAF.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . Government Field Office required On: Sep 28 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846179 Environmental 01 57 19

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

Paragraph 3.2.1.2 states that the Contractor shall be required to renew the Certificate of Coverage in June 2021 and pay the renewal fee on behalf of Fort Bragg. Please provide the amount of the renewal fee or a copy of the Certificate of Coverage so that Contractors can include the proper amount for the renewal fee in pricing.

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On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . Renewal fee is $100 EACH for Runway Package, Taxiway South Package and Taxiway North Package. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846225 Contracting Section 00 10 00, Price

Schedule

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

CLIN 0013 states not to bid that CLIN and see subCLINs 0013AA through 0013AF for South Taxiway Package. CLIN 0013AA specifically states that CLIN is for Apron Lighting Improvements and only for replacement of existing fixtures on existing poles and/or Hangar and Install New Poles with New Fixtures. This is also typical for CLIN 0014 for the North Taxiway Package. Each of these packages includes a substantial amount of shoulder lighting and shoulder improvements that do not seem to be included in any subCLINs for 0013 or 0014. Please clarify whether subCLIN 0013AA and 0014AA only include Apron Lighting Improvements. If so, where should the pricing for the shoulder and lighting improvements be included?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . See forthcoming Amendment. On: Sep 29 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846232 Paving Section 32 12 15.13 Paragraph

1.6.1

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

Section 32 12 15.13 Paragraph 1.6.1 states; "Acquire the services of an independent commercial laboratory to perform acceptance testing."

In North Carolina the vast majority of projects that require acceptance testing (North Carolina Department of Transportation and FHWA projects) the testing is performed by the Contractor. As a result of Contractors being responsible for acceptance testing, Independent Commercial Laboaratory do not have the complement of Certified Asphalt Technicians. We request that acceptance testing be allowed to be performed by contractor's certified technicians. Attached is information about the certified technicians and their training requirements.

(Attachment: 2018_QMS_Asphalt_Manual_QMS.pdf) On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . At a minimum, the Independent Commercial Laboratory will oversee the Contractor's Airfield Asphalt Certification Program (AACP) certified personnel for all tests being performed.

The independent Commercial Laboratory will also be required to obtain the AACP Airfield Asphalt Laboratory Technician certification. Contractor's laboratories performing testing (mix design and production) will obtain USACE-MTC validation for all test methods required per the specifications. See https://mtc.erdc.dren.mil/testinglabvalidation.aspx for information on USACE-MTC lab validation procedures, costs and timing. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846328 Civil CU-512 2

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

For proper placement of PCC Pavement, a trackline of minimum width of 36" should be constructed. In order to properly construct this trackline on the correct plane and grade, we recommend extending the stabilized drainage layer out to a distance of 36" beyond the edge of PCC Pavement. This would also require moving the outside edge of the perforated underdrain trench to 36" from the outside edge of PCC Pavement to ensure drainage into the underdrain trench. This does not appear to create any conflict with adjacent utilities or lighting infrastructure. Please confirm it is acceptable to shift the outside of the underdrain trench and outside of stabilized drainage layer to 36" outside PCC Pavement.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . The requested change may be acceptable as a Contractor proposed change during construction, provided the underdrain trench remains underneath the drainage layer and there is no additional cost to the Government. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846351 Paving Section 32 12 15.13 Paragraph

1.6.11

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

We request that NCDOT Certified Asphalt Laboratories be allowed to perform acceptance testing and contractor quality control testing. Attached is information about the asphalt laboratory certification requirements, equipment requirements, calibration requirements, and testing capabilities.

(Attachment: 2018_QMS_Asphalt_Manual_Lab.pdf) On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . Contractor's laboratory technicians will be required to obtain the Airfield Asphalt Certification Program (AACP) Airfield Asphalt Laboratory Technician certification. Contractor's laboratories performing testing (mix design and production) will obtain USACE-MTC validation for all test methods per the specification. See https://mtc.erdc.dren.mil/testinglabvalidation.aspx for information on USACE-MTC lab validation procedures, costs and timing. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846431 Civil 32 11 13.13

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

Please clarify the curing period for allowing heavy equipment on the completed cement modified subgrade for construction of stabilized drainage layer. Will the drainage layer be allowed to be constructed following successful completion of the proofroll, immediately after the initial curing period of 24 hours?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . Drainage layer may be immediately placed after satisfactory proofroll is completed. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8846487 Civil 32 12 15.13 & 32 13 14.13

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

Will the paving workshops for asphalt and concrete paving be held during the same time period, or will the two day concrete paving workshop be help at a different time than the one day asphalt paving workshop? These workshops are stated to be held in advance of paving operations. Will they be held prior to runway closure?

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . The Contractor shall schedule the paving workshops through the COR during the Mobilization Stage. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8846502 Electrical Airfield Lighting

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

Typically for a project of this magnitude, an Airfield Lighting Construction Workshop is held prior to construction. It is not listed as required attendance by the contractor in the project specifications. Please confirm whether the Airfield Lighting Construction Workshop is required.

On: Sep 28 2020.

Government Response. . The Contractor shall attend a one-day Airfield Lighting Construction Workshop scheduled through the COR and held during the mobilization stage. At a minimum, airfield lighting contractor foreman, superintendent and QC Manager shall attend the workshop. On: Sep 30 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8847824 General Section 00 10 00

Solicitation Pages 9 and 13 of 73

Item No's 0013AA and 0014AA

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

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Could you please let me know if Item No's 0013AA Option 2 and 0014AA Option 3 include all airfield lighting and signage or only the Apron Lighting? If only the Apron Lighting do I include the Elevated Taxiway Lighting and Signage for Taxiway South and Taxiway North in Item No. 0001 in the Solicitation?

On: Sep 29 2020.

Government Response. . See updated Bid Schedule released as part of Amendment 0002. On: Sep 30

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8850203 Paving GC-14

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

Will the staging area detailed on GC-414 require a paved surface using a 12 inch thick cement stabilized base with concrete production aggregates and at least 6 percent Portland cement by weight? It is our understanding that aggregates have been stored there for previous projects.

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Stockpiles shall be stored on a paved layer of the Contractor's design. The paved layer shall be stabilized with either asphalt or Portland cement, with mixture proportions (aggregate, sand, stabilizing agent) to be free-draining and capable of supporting construction traffic throughout the life of the project. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8850204 Paving GC-403

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

Are there any staging areas that would not require the 12 inch thick cement stabilized base with concrete production aggregates and at least 6 percent Portland cement?

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Stockpiles shall be stored on a paved layer of the Contractor's design. The paved layer shall be stabilized with either asphalt or Portland cement, with mixture proportions (aggregate, sand, stabilizing agent) to be free-draining and capable of supporting construction traffic throughout the life of the project. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8850206 Paving 32 13 14.13

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

Can you please provide approved concrete mix designs from previous projects at Pope Airfield?

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . No. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

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8850207 Electrical ED-102

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

Are we to assume that all UGE to be removed is in existing conduit? No direct bury?

(Attachment: Attachment01.pdf) On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Contractor should assume all underground electric is in concrete encased conduit. All conduits under the pavement shown with Keyed Note "F" shall be removed. Keyed Note "A (Typical)" applies to all the other conduits shown on ED-102, conduits shall be abandoned in place. If there is a conflict with installation of new conduits or structures, conduits shall be removed. Conductors shall be removed from all removed and abandoned conduits. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

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8850209 Electrical ED-102

Are we to assume that all UGE Duct Banks under the existing pavement designated to be removed will be encased in concrete?

(Attachment: Attachment02.pdf) On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Yes, the Contractor should assume that all underground conduits are concrete encased. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8850210 Paving 01 00 00

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

Have the permits obtained by Fort Bragg DPW accounted for the concrete batch plant? Will modifications to the existing permits be required?

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Permits required for concrete batch plant and staging and storage areas are to be obtained by the Contractor based on the Contractor's planned usage of the available areas. On: Oct 02

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8850214 Paving 01 57 19

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

Section 01 57 19 Page 20 states that notification to the Air Program Manager is required at least 6 months prior to bringing equipment, assembled or unassembled, onto the Installation, so that air permits can be secured. Necessary permitting time must be considered in regard to construction activities. Clean Air Act (CAA) permits must be obtained prior to bringing equipment, assembled or unassembled, onto the Installation. Please confirm that equipment can mobilize and be assembled prior to obtaining the Clean Air Act Permits?

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Equipment can be mobilized and assembled on-site prior to obtaining an air quality permit; however, the equipment MAY NOT OPERATE until it is permitted by NCDEQ-Division of Air Quality, Fayetteville Regional Office (15A NCAC 02Q .0301) [https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdeq.nc.gov%2Fabout%2Fdivisions% 2Fair-quality%2Fair-quality-rules%2Frules%2Fconstruction-operation-permits&data=01%7C01%7Crthuma% 40cmtengr.com%7Cee8d7d96809544a8640808d86644a82f%7Cb837cea6fc4a45b4bbd7c6d3b1216fdd% 7C0&sdata=09YJRH178lKAtnmpKtg3ZrFsfv%2B8pVZNdUyP%2FECC4EA%3D&reserved=0], unless the equipment is exempt from the permitting requirement. The Contractor is required to determine permit applicability and obtain their own air quality permit if required.

If generator power is required, the generator must meet all applicable EPA specifications and requirements.

The owner must keep a copy of the generator EPA Certificate of Conformity. In addition, all equipment fugitive emissions points must be suppressed with water spray or other suitable suppressant. All nuisance regulations apply, regardless of permit status. On: Oct 02 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

8850218 Paving 01 00 00

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

The documents state Fort Bragg DPW has obtained NDPDES and Stormwater Construction Permits. Can the permits please be provided for review?

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . Erosion Control Permit Letters of Approval and Stormwater Certificates of Coverage will be included in the forthcoming amendment for the Contractor's information. On: Oct 05 2020

Current Request Status: Request Closed

Information for this report is procurement sensitive.

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8850219 Paving 32 11 23.23

Is it permissible to take the concrete from the runway and crush it to make the aggregate required for the Base Course Drainage Layer?

On: Sep 30 2020.

Government Response. . No, recycled crushed concrete may not be used for Base Course Drainage Layers in accordance with Section 32 11 23.23, Paragraph 2.2.