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Response to Questions Regarding CELRB Solicitation # W912P4-15-R-0009 6 July 2015

Q-1) The RFP does not explicitly identify the number of key projects that can be profiled in Section F and listed in Section G. Is there a limit of 10 projects, as is typically the case?

A-1)Yes, limit to ten (10) the number of key projects that can be profiled in Section F and listed in Section G.

Q-2) Is there a date restriction for projects to be profiled in Section F (e.g., completed within the last five years)?

A-2) Yes, please limit projects profiled in Section F to those completed in the last seven (7) years.

Q-3) Would you like the Part I and Part II components of the submittal to be bound separately, or do you not have a preference?

A-3) We prefer the entire package to be bound as one submittal.

Q-4) Please describe the anticipated role and minimum qualifications for the discipline of Plan Formulator.

A-4) A plan formulator qualifications: Minimum three years experience in writing and coordinating feasibility studies, investigations and analyses to formulate alternative solutions for coastal or inland navigation, storm and hurricane protection, ecosystem restoration, water supply, water quality, and/or flood damage reduction studies.

Q-5) Is there a prescribed minimum or maximum number of projects that are to be submitted with the SF330?

A-5) Yes, limit to ten (10) the number of key projects that can be profiled in Section F and listed in Section G.

Q-6) Is there a maximum project age from the time of completion (e.g. - completed within the past 7 years) for submitted projects? Or are all relevant projects admissible as long as the team members are still employed by the firm?

A-6) Yes, please limit projects profiled to those completed in the last seven (7) years.

Q-7) Please clarify if “Invasive Species” refers to plant species, animal species, or both A-7) Invasive Species refers to both plant and animal species.

Q-8) Will support services such as sediment sampling or topographic surveying be required as part of the project(s) and/or the proposal submittal?

A-8) No.

Q-9) In reviewing the requirements for the SF 330, we noted that 12 pt font must we used. Does this also apply to the Organizational Chart of the Proposed Team?

A-9) No. Because this is considered a graphic, the 12 pt font requirement does not apply, but ensure the chart is still legible in an 8 1/2” x 11” format.

Q-10) May firms that have formed a Joint Venture be combined on the SF 330 Part II form?

A-10) Yes, Joint Ventures may be combined on the SF 330 Part II form if preferred by the Joint Venture.

Q-11) Did you want our subconsultants to each submit their own SF330 or include their information into our SF330?

A-11) Yes, subconsultants should each submit their own SF 330 Part II. This should be included with the Prime Contractor’s proposal.

Q-12) Regarding the SF330 Part II, can an alternative format be used to provide the requested information in Blocks 9 and 10?

A-12) No.