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Inquiry No. | Inquiry | Response |
1 | Can you please provide cross sections for this job? | As stated in "Informational Handout O: Cross Sections" of the project specifications: "11 x 17 Cross Sections are available online at: https://www.acpwa.org/acpwa- assets/docs/business/additional-bidder- information/2329- Meekland_Ave/Meekland_Cross_Sections.pdf" This can also be accessed through our Additional Bidder Information webpage: Additional Bidder Information | Doing Business with Us | ACPWA Alameda County Public Works Agency |
2 | What is the Existing Pavement Section on Meekland Avenue? | This information is not available. |
3 | What is the existing street structural section? What is the depth of the existing asphalt and aggregate base? | This information is not available. |
4 | Can you please send the DBE/MBE/WBE goals and requirements on this project? | Please refer to Notice to Bidders and Section 2- 1.12 for DBE goal and requirements. There are no MBE/WBE goals for this project. |
5 | We respectfully request that the bid due date be postponed. | Refer to Addendum 1. |
6 | Due to multiple projects bidding on the same day as this one, we respectfully request that the bid date be postponed by at least two weeks. Several of our subcontractors, who are interested in participating, have made similar requests. Please advise us at the earliest so we can determine whether to proceed with this project. | Refer to Addendum 1. |
7 | Please confirm that per Sheet 46/99 – Detour Plan, Meekland Ave is closed for the duration of the San Lorenzo Creek bridge construction. | The traffic detour extends the full length of Meekland between the intersection with E Lewelling Blvd to north of the intersection with Alden Rd, as it relates to the full closure at the bridge for removal and reconstruction. Contractor shall stage all work along the corridor to comply with access requirements specified in sections 7-1.03, 7-1.04, and 12-4. |
8 | Is the Detour Plan shown on Sheet 46 applicable for the entire construction duration? | |
9 | Is the DBE commitment form due by the 5th day after the bid date?? This is Normal. | Refer to Notice to Bidders for information regarding when the DBE commitment form is due. |
10 | Is the GFE due by the 5th day after the bid date?? This is Normal | Refer to Notice to Bidders and Good Faith Effort forms in Bid Book for information regarding when Good Faith Effort forms are due. |
11 | Please clarify which subcontractor participation forms are to be submitted with the bid
| Subcontractor Commitment form is due with the bid. Please refer to Notice to Bidders for information regarding when DBE Commitment and Good Faith Effort forms are due. |
12 | The Subcontractors NOT Selected to Participate form (Exhibit 12-B Part 2) be due after the bid date? | Exhibit 12-B Part 2 is due with the bid. |
13 | Has the County identified a staging area? | The County has not identified a staging area on the plans. Please refer to Section 5-1.32A of the project specifications. |
14 | Please provide As-Built drawings for existing bridge. | As-built drawings that are available will be posted to the Additional Bidder Information page under this project. |
15 | Have any permits been obtained for this project? Please provide the permit documents. | Refer to Addendum No. 1 for Permit information. Permits to Enter and Construct with private property owners will be shared with the Contractor. All work on these permits is reflected in the plans. |
16 | Are there any analytical test results available for the roadway excavation material? | Refer to Informational Handout M – Preliminary Site Investigation Report |
17 | What is the duration of the Plant Establishment Period? | Refer to Addendum No. 1 |
18 | We cannot locate bid item 96 Relay Water Service Connection on the plan. Please explain in detail what this work consists of. | Refer to Addendum No. 1. See section 77-3 |
19 | There are several locations that indicate relocating the existing water meter and water meter box labeled RL-relocate. Then there are several locations where the water meters are labeled SB-set back by utility. These relocations are the same, will all these relocations be completed by the utility? See note 6 on plan sheet 36. Please confirm if you expect the contractor to relocate these meters. How does this work get paid? | Utilities marked on the plans to be relocated or set back by the utility will be relocated and set back by the utility. Refer to Section 77-3 of the project specifications for information regarding work to be done by contractor in conjunction with this relocation work. |
20 | Are we following CalTrans specs from 2018 or from 2024? | Refer to Specifications Cover, Specifications Page 1, “Organization” and General Note 2 on Sheet 3 of the project plans for information regarding Caltrans Standard Specifications that apply to this project. |
21 | What structural section is being used for the Paver Driveway Conform shown on Plan Sheet 15 and what bid item is covering this conform? | Paver driveway conforms shall have 1” sand bedding between the pavers and 4” of Class 2 AB. Paver Driveway Conform is paid under Bid Item 78, Minor Concrete (Driveway Conform) |
22 | On the layout drawings – note #8 states: Const Paver Dwy Conform – How is this work paid for, there is no bid item for this work. |
23 | Please provide material and texture details for Driveway conforms number 7 and 8, decorative PCC and Pavers. | Roadway Improvement Notes 7 and 8 for decorative PCC and paver driveway conforms must match existing. |
24 | What are the regular daily working hours for this project? | Refer to Section 12-4.01A(5) for timeframe of work that interferes with traffic. Work hours not interfering with traffic will be established at pre-construction meeting. |
25 | Please provide construction details for the modular ramp systems shown on plan sheet 32. | Refer to Section 55-2 of the project specifications. Installation must follow dimensions shown on sheet 32 of the plans and requirements in Section 55-2. The Universal Wheelchair Ramp can be found at the following URL: https://www.reddteam.com/aluminum- wheelchair-ramp.html |
26 | Is all the CL2 AB cushion under the minor concrete items of work paid for as CL2 Aggregate Base-bid item 31? | Class 2 AB paid for under Bid Item 31 includes AB for:
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27 | Is the county performing all the required compaction testing? | Refer to Section 5 and 6-2 of the project specifications for Contractor testing and quality control documentation requirements. |
28 | Is crack sealing required prior to placing the slurry seal? If so, how does it get paid? | Crack sealing is not included. |
29 | Is hydrostatic testing required for the storm drain systems? | Hydrostatic testing is required where specified in Specification sections applicable to the project. |
30 | What structural section is being used for the AB Driveway Conforms? | Driveway conform structural section shall match the driveway section. |
31 | Section 19-2.01A states the roadway excavation consists of all excavation for the grading & construction of the roadways and driveways. Does this also include the grading & construction of all the concrete curbs, sidewalks, and curb ramps? | Yes, roadway excavation includes all excavation for work adjacent to the roadway, including curb, gutter, sidewalks, curb ramps and conforms, unless otherwise specified. |
32 | Is the earthwork underneath the Sidewalk, Curb & Gutter, Valley Gutter and Pervious Concrete included in the 5,020 CY Roadway Ex Quantity? | See response to Inquiry No. 31 above |
33 | Is bid item 25 Import Borrow intend for the fill needed to raise the grade as shown on the typical cross section “M 45+08.45 TO “M” 53+19.21 ? | Imported borrow is intended for any additional material needed to meet the specified grades in the contract documents. |
34 | Is bid item 71 Inlet Frame and Grate the materials to be included to perform bid item 67 Adjust Inlet or bid item 61 Structural Concrete Drainage Inlet? | Inlet frame and grate is included for furnishing and install on new inlets (Structural Concrete Drainage Inlet). Cost of adjusting frames and grates included in bid item 67. |
35 | Does Manhole Frame and Cover bid item 70 correspond to bid items 62 Structural Concrete Manhole and bid item 69 Modify Inlet to Manhole? | Manhole frame and cover is included for furnishing and install on new manholes and converted manholes. |
36 | Please confirm if Air Monitoring is required to be done by Contractor on this project? If yes, please provide a bid item and specs. | Refer to Section 14-11.13 of the project specifications for information regarding Air Monitoring. Section 14 is under Division II of the specifications. Please refer to Section 9-1.03 for information regarding full compensation for work specified in Division II. |
37 | Does the 300 working day construction duration include all the Facility Rearrangement working and notification days shown under 5- 1.36C(3) of the Rev Standard Specs Page 61? | The 300 working day construction duration includes all work to be done by Contractor, and excludes work to be done by utilities. |
38 | In the foundation report for the new bridge, Section 17.3, it says that the proposed abutments are below the observed groundwater elevations, and a seal course may be required to control seepage. In the borings, the groundwater was measured at elevation 30’ and elevation 24’. The design elevation for the bottom of both abutments is at elevation 50’. It seems that we will be well above the observed groundwater. Is this foundation report accurate for the design of the new bridge? | The Foundation report is misleading Wet construction practices are required for the CIDH piles, but otherwise abutment construction and construction of the isolation casing should not require a seal course. |
39 | On plan sheet #73, the bridge bearing pads are called out as 16” x 18” x 2”. On plan sheet #75, the bearing pads are called out as 16” x 14” x 1.5”. What size bearing pads will we be installing? | Bearing pads are: 18x16x2 |
40 | Are there any quantity tables available, like what would be provided on a Caltrans project? | Bid per the contract documents. |
41 | Does the pay quantity for the Minor Concrete (Integral Curb bid item 75) include both the vertical curb and attached flatwork shown on plan sheet 33/detail 4? | Yes, bid item 75 quantity includes the flatwork and curb/wall. |
42 | Is bid item 54 Chain Link Fence (Security Fencing) LS the same as bid items 110-112 6’ Chain Link Fence, Gate and Gate Reconstruction? | No. Item 54 Chain Link Fence (Security Fence) encloses the bridge. Items 110-112 6’ Chain Link Fence, Gates, and Gate Reconstruction is related to the reconstruction of property fencing along Meekland corridor. |
43 | Please provide linear feet bid quantity for Item 54 Chainlink Fence (Security Fence). | See sheet 94 of project plans for location and length of security fence. |
44 | Does the below Spec verbiage apply to the Pre and Post Constn Preserve Monuments bid items? Spec 5-1.36D - "Install a new standard survey monument to replace all found and recovered non-standard monuments (II & IV above)"? | Yes, this work is included in Monument Preservation (Pre-Construction) or (Post- Construction). |
45 | As the bridge work is on a creek, are any in- creek working windows applicable? | Refer to Section 60-2.02A(1) regarding channel access. |
46 | What is the revised RFI deadline? | Five business days before the bid opening date |
47 | How were the 66LF of Bid Item 96 "Relay Water Service Connection" measured? How many services are covered under these 66LF? | See response to Inquiries No. 18 and 19 above and sheets 36-44 of the plans for information regarding locations of Bid Item 96 |
48 | On sheet 97 , Note #5, it says to verify the presumptive soil parameters … and submit verification calculation sealed and signed by a PE. Is the Contractor supposed to verify that the County design of a Type 5, Case 1 wall, is appropriate for RW#1 and RW #2? | Yes. Verify the site soils are appropriate for use of the Standard Plan wall. |
49 | Please provide a county approved staging plan to address the street closure at the new bridge construction. Please indicate how to allow for access to the adjacent private properties throughout the various construction stages and any restrictions. | Contractor shall propose a staging plan prior to construction start. Staging plan is subject to review and approval by the Engineer. |
50 | Please provide rim and invert elevations for existing SDMH at the South end of pipe P-10. | Pipe 10 inverts included on the drainage details. |
51 | Please provide the list of street addresses between Lewelling Blvd and Paseo Grande that will need daily access from Meekland Ave. | Refer to Section 12-4.01A for information regarding maintaining access to properties. |
52 | For the 54-inch isolated pile in Abutment 1, to pour this pile in isolation we need to either create a construction joint approximetly 3 feet above bottom of casing elevation or would need to use a permanant 54" CSP or steel casing to form the pile. My questions are, can we create a construction joint at an approximate elevation of 35', then at a later time pour the pile to the final cutoff elevation; or can we use a permanant steel casing or CSP to form the isolated pile. | A construction joint at an approximately elevation of 35’ would not be permitted, as the cold joint would be in the pile no splice zone. A permanent casing would be permitted. |
53 | If we need to use a permanant casing to form up the 54" isolated pile, we would no longer satisfy the minimum 6" clearance requirment between the outside of the casing and the interior of the 66" isolation casing. Can we upsize the 66" Isolation casing and if so what is the largest size we are allowed to install. | The existing trash capture structure is approximately 1.5 ft away from the edge of the pile based upon survey and as-built data. If it facilitated the placement of CSP or Steel Casing, a reduced clearances down to 4” will be permitted. |
54 | Please specify which curb detail from 2018 Cal Trans specs to reference for Curb, called out between stations 33+00 and 44+00 on the Rt side of Meekland Ave. | Curb is per County std SD-300 |
55 | Depth of AB is not shown for Curb & Gutter. Is agg base needed beneath the Curb and Gutter? | See County Std SD-300 |
56 | Please indicate the location of the 70 LF culvert to remove. | Culverts to be removed are shown on sheet 40 & 44. Bid per the Contract Documents. |
57 | Is Item 54 Chainlink Fence (Security Fence) temporary or permanent? | Item 54 Chain Link Fence (Security Fence) is permanent. |
58 | Please delineate the existing AC vs AB on the cross sections in the Cross Sections file. | Proposed HMA and AB section shown on the Typical Cross Sections, bid per the Contract Documents. |
59 | Please delineate the proposed PCC and AB for the pervious concrete, sidewalk, and driveway conforms on cross sections. | Proposed PCC and AB section shown on the Typical Cross Sections and sheet 33, limits shown on the Layout sheets. Bid per the Contract Documents. |
60 | Please provide Summary of Earthwork quantities. | Bid per the Contract Documents. |
61 | Referring to Sec 14-6.03B, which bid item will the Tree Protection Fencing be paid under? Do all trees in the project limits except, the ones to be removed need to get the Tree Protection Fencing? | Tree Protection Fencing applies to those trees that will require a no-work buffer as specified in Section 14-6.03B, paragraph 2. |
62 | Will the lowermost overhanging cables, conduits on the existing PG&E poles on west side of bridge be removed before bridge demolition? | See “Bridge Construction Sequence” note on plan sheet 69 of 99. OH Line and pole relocations will not occur prior to bridge demo. |
63 | Does the Relay Water Service Connection bid item include relocating water meters and valves? | See response to Inquiry No. 19 |
64 | What is EBMUD's responsibility at the Relay water Connection locations? | See response to Inquiry No. 19 |
65 | For which elements are the County standard details provided in Information Handout to be used? | Applicable County details are shown on project plans, sheet 3. |
66 | Under which bid item will the Cut off wall shown in SW corner of the bridge be paid? | Item #75 Minor Concrete (Integral Curb) |
67 | There are no temporary striping or temporary pavement marking bid items. Please confirm when and where will these be required and under which bid items will these be paid. | See Section 12-4.01A(9). Section 12 is paid under Bid Item #8, Traffic Control System |
68 | The minor concrete Driveway, DW Conform, Sidewalk, SW Conforms and Curb Ramps on the bid form is quantified by the cubic yard, yet the specifications payment will be made by the square foot. How will this work be measured and paid? | Refer to Addendum #2. Bid List is quantified by square yard, not cubic yard as stated. |
69 | Subcontractors not Selected to Participate his project requires that 30% of the total contract value, excluding specialized items, be self- performed. Please clarify which scopes of work will be classified as specialized for the purpose of this calculation. | Refer to Addendum #2 This provision is on the Subcontractor Commitment form, not the Subcontractors to Participate Form. |
70 | Section 14-8.02 states "Control and monitor noise resulting from work activities." Please provide a bid item and specs for the same. | Refer to Addendum #2 Requirements for Noise Control are specified in Section 14-8.02. Section 14 is under Division II of the specifications. Please refer to Section 9-1.03 for information regarding full compensation for work specified in Division II. |
71 | The "General Provisions” attachment to the Flood Encroachment Permit is missing in Addendum 1. Please provide the same. | Refer to Addendum #2 |
72 | When is the construction anticipated to start? | Final Construction schedule will be worked out with Construction Inspection Supervisor. Agency anticipates issuing a Notice to Proceed in December 2025. |
73 | Will the 6" thick vertical variable height concrete shown in Section A-A, B-B on Sheet 33 paid under Item 75 Integral Curb? | Yes |
74 | Please confirm the PCC and AB depth required for walkway conforms | PCC and AB depth for sidewalk connections shown on sheet 33. Bid per contract documents. |
75 | Which standard details should be used to determine demolition volumes for existing curb and gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, etc? | Bid per the Contract Documents. |
76 | What is bid item #49 Isolation Steel Casing and where is it shown on the plans? | Bid Item #49 is an isolation casing around the top section of westernmost pile at Abutment 1. Refer to Sheets 68, 71, 73, 76 & 87 of the plans and Section 75-7 of the specifications. |
77 | What is bid item #52 Miscellaneous Metal (EBMUD) and where is it shown on the plans? | Bid Item #52 is for the various components and appurtenances associated with the EBMUD waterline and hanger system. Refer to Sheet 96 of the plans. Refer to section 75-3.04 and Informational Handout N of the specifications. |
78 | Is bid item #24 Cellular Concrete Backfill for pipe trenches? | Refer to Detail 4 on Sheet 33 of the plans |
79 | What is the scope of bid item #96 Relay Water Service Connection? Was this intended to be a reset water service item paid per each? | See response to Inquiry No. 18 above |
80 | Are the Manhole Frame and Cover & Inlet Frame and Grate items (bid items #70-71) for installation on new manholes & inlets or for replacing the existing? | See response to Inquiry No. 35 above |
81 | Under which bid item will the AC and AB Driveway conforms paid under? | Driveway AC conform is included in the HMA-LV (Type A) and AB is included in Class 2 AB. |
82 | Is Cat-tracking required on the project or other forms of temporary delineation can be used? | Refer to Section 84-1.03 |
83 | Is tack coat required before applying slurry seal to new or old asphalt? | No. |
84 | Sheet 44, Note 2 calls for Contractor to remove the EBMUD waterline. Under which bid item will this work be paid? | The EBMUD water line removal is included in the Bridge Removal bid item. |
85 | Are there any permits or special provision that describes when work can occur over the San Lorenzo Creek canal for the construction of the new bridge and demolition of the old bridge? That is, are we restricted to June 15 to October 15, which is typical in the Bay Area? Can we work on the bridge during the winter? | For bridge removal, channel access, and debris containment, refer to section 60-2.02(A) of the specifications. For work completed during winter months, refer to section 13 of the specifications. |
86 | Which bid item will "PCC Curbs" shown on sheet 31 be paid under? | Bid item 76, Minor Concrete (Curb and Gutter) |
87 | As per the bridge plans, de-energization of the PG&E lines will be required. Please provide details for the de-energization window(s) like, number of hours or days available per de- energization window, number of de- energization windows, etc. This information is crucial for all bidders at this time. | Refer to “Bridge Construction Sequence” on sheet 69 of the plans and “Notes” on sheet 71 of the plans. Specific de-energization windows are not included in existing agreements with PG&E, except for the 10-day window provided to PG&E for the relocation of the electrical facilities. Refer to section 5-1.36 in the specifications. |
88 | Referring to standard curb and gutter details, is the key joint required when pervious concrete is along the back of curb? | Yes, the key joint is still required. |
89 | Spec Section 73-3.01D(3) states " For locations shown, perform a precon survey to ensure forms… Upon completing the work, perform a post-con survey…". Please provide list of locations where stamped and sealed pre and post construction surveys need to be performed? Under which bid item will these pre and post con surveys be paid? | Work is paid under bid items 4 & 130. |
90 | For the 8” HDPE waterline installation on the bridge. Will EBMUD be shutting down that portion of existing line to make the replacement or we will we have to provide temporary service during the replacement. | Coordinate activities with EBMUD, Refer to section 5-1.36 in the specifications. No replacement water source is required from Contractor. |
91 | Can you clarify how BI #96 Relay Water Service Connection? Are these the water service/meter relocation shown on the plans? | Please see response to Inquiry No. 18 above |
92 | Is builders risk insurance required on this project? | Refer to Sections 3-1.07 and 7-1.06 for information regarding insurance requirements for this project. |
93 | Addendum 1 deleted use of PC drainage inlets from Section 51. Please re-confirm as there are 12 inlets on this project and casting all in place will add up to wait time. | PC drainage inlets are not allowed |
94 | Can precast manholes be used on this project? | No |
95 | Sidewalk drains are included in the concrete work, and directed by the engineer. This needs to be quantified so the pricing of this work can be done. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
96 | On plan sheet #68 there is an item called out for Miscellaneous Metal (PG&E) - How is this work paid for, there is no bid item for this work. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 This item will be furnished and installed by PG&E |
97 | Please confirm the new gas line related supports shown on Sheet 95 will be installed by PG&E. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
98 | Project Spec, Section 39-2.01B “AC Driveway Conforms” is blank. There is no bid item for the AC Driveway Conforms. Please confirm that all HMA for AC Driveway Conforms will be paid as part of bid item #34 “HMA-LV”. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 HMA 39-2.09 “HOT MIX ASPHALT LOW VOLUME (HMA-LV)” is on p 591 of the specifications. AC Driveway Conforms are included in the quantity for bid item 34 “Hot Mix Asphalt – Low Volume (HMA-LV) (Type A)” |
99 | Please indicate if there are any other locations of valley gutter aside from at station 53+00 Rt | Valley gutter location is as shown on Sheet 20 at Station 52± to Station 53± RT Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
100 | What structural section is being used for the Decomposed Granite Path shown on Plan Sheet 19? | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
101 | Please clarify which areas receive Class 2 AB and Class 4 AB. Details on Plan Sheet 4 and 33 seem to contradict each other. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
102 | Please clarify how much CL4 AB is under the pervious concrete. Detail 3 on plan sheet 33 shows 6” but the adjacent sidewalk is shown to have only 4” and the subgrade is at the same level for both. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
103 | Detail 3 on plan sheet 33 indicates CL4 AB under the minor concrete and detail 1 on the same plan sheet indicates CL2 AB under the minor concrete. And on plan sheet 31 is indicates to use CL2 AB under the minor concrete driveways. Please clarify which type of aggregate base is to be used under all the minor concrete | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
104 | Is the CL4 aggregate base intended for use only under the pervious concrete only? The county might want to reconsider the use of CL4 AB and consider a CL2 Permeable material. The aggregate base section of the specification, section 89 on page 1261, is void of any information. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
105 | Please clarify what areas are paid for under Bid Item 32 (Class 4 AB). | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
106 | We have been unable to find Bid Item #32 – Class 4 Aggregate Base (CY) in the plans, can you tell us where in the plans it is located? | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
107 | Note 5 on sheet 33 calls for Class 4 Asphalt Base as cushion material for curb, gutter, sidewalk, curb ramp, driveway, and pervious concrete. Please indicate all the locations where this note is applicable? | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
108 | Please indicate if Pipe P-10 will be connected to existing pipe directly, as sheet 44 shows removing the point of connection manhole. If yes, please provide a connection detail. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
109 | Please provide rim and invert elevations for existing SDMH at the West end of pipe P-11. | Invert elevation included on the drainage details. Refer to Addendum No. 3 for adjust Manhole rim elevations Paseo Grande to Lewelling. |
110 | Detail A on sheet 33 shows a varying height integral curb. Cross section sheets do not show any integral curbs. Please provide profile for these integral curbs. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
111 | Structure Section 6 shown on sheet 5 is missing from layout plan page 20. Please provide all limits of structure section 6. | Limits of structural section 6 is the driveway conform behind the low profile curb for 315 E Lewelling Blvd shown on sheet 20. Refer to Addendum No. 3 for updated driveway limits. |
112 | Structure Section 4 detail defined on sheet 4 is not indicated on typical cross sections or plansheets. Please provide the locations and the limits. | Structural section 4 is an alternative to structural section 1 for use in narrow areas in front of curb ramps. Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
113 | Depth of AB is not shown for Curb. Is agg base needed beneath the Curb? | Low Profile Curb shall have a 4” AB layer. Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
114 | Please provide profile and cross section details for cut off wall in south west corner of the bridge. | See “Integral Curb” details on plan sheet 33 of 99 and “Intersection Detail At Loma Verde Dr And Meekland Avenue - Westside " Detail on plan sheet 26 of 99. Refer to Addendum No. 3 for spot elevations. |
115 | Cross Sections for Hampton Ave reconstruction from Sta 41+25 to 42+30 are missing. Please provide the same. | See "M" 41+25.92 TO "M" 42+29.16 detail on plan sheet 4 of 99. Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
116 | For the valley gutter, detail 7 sheet 34, please specify the type of AB and the thickness of the AB required. | Class 2 AB depth is 4”. Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
117 | Where is bid item #64 Remove Culvert shown on the plans? | Refer to Sheet 44 of the plans. |
118 | Is aggregate base required under AC and Concrete Driveway conforms? | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
119 | From Sta 18+75 to 23+75, Cross Sections show parking lane reconstruction on both sides whereas the layout sheet 14 does not. Please clarify and confirm if the parking lanes get full depth reconstruction between these stations. | Refer to Addendum No. 3 |
120 | According to Preliminary Environmental Report provided by WRECO dated August 18, 2022, all surplus materials are either contaminated or hazardous and there is no clean dirt to be off hauled. This also include any surplus material generated for the installation of the all underground utilities. Therefore, please add the word “Class 2” to bid items 19, 20, 21 descriptions. In addition, please confirm that any surplus material that are contaminated but hazardous will be Extra Work and will be paid as time and material basis. | The soil is not considered hazardous, the Study states in the Soil Analytical Results on page 19 and Conclusions and Recommendations section on page 27: “... and soil can be pre-classified as Non- hazardous and may be disposed of at a Class III facility, or reused at the Project corridor.” |
121 | Under which bid item is the raised sidewalk on bridge deck paid? | See Addendum #3 The sidewalk on the bridge is included (full comp) in the cost per linear foot of the integral concrete barrier (Bid Item #55). |
122 | Per the instructions to bidders, page 25 of the specifications, bidders are instructed to include a copy of the DBE quote as confirmation, along with the DBE commitment form with the bid submission. This can be extremely problematic for bidders receiving quotes well after the time that a bid runner has left the office to hand- deliver our bid package to your offices. Can the Agency consider having the DBE quotes due at a time specified after the bid opening? Caltrans Standard Specification 2018 (referenced throughout this specification) allows bidders to submit written confirmation, along with DBE commitment and Good Faith Efforts, within 5 days of bid opening. | Submit written confirmation from each DBE as stated in Section 2-1.12B(2) of the project specifications. Refer to “Organization” section for information regarding revisions to Caltrans 2018 Standard Specifications attributed to Agency standards presented in bold purple, for example: Agency Additions and Agency deletions. |
123 | According to the Addendum No 2 page 11, Section 73 (see following paragraph), could you please clarity what kind of pre-construction survey you would like us to provide? Do you require us to submit a topographic survey of as built for the existing design areas? Or anything else? Does this apply only to the ADA Ramps or entire project? Section 73 “For locations shown, perform a preconstruction survey to ensure forms and job site constraints will allow for compliance with required design dimensions and slopes shown. Upon completing the work, perform a post- construction survey to verify design dimensions and slopes requirements are met. The post- construction survey must include a minimum of 3 measurements for each dimension and slope requirement shown. Individual measurements must be equally distributed across the specified slope or dimensional surface. Document and submit these measurements on the Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Inspection Report form for the facility type shown. Include the equipment and control used to conduct the survey.” | Provide documentation confirming that pre-pour formwork and post-construction dimensions and slope requirements are met. This is required for ADA ramps, driveway and sidewalk segments. Caltrans’ applicable compliance inspection report forms (Form DOT CEM-5773 series) may be used. These forms can be found here: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/construction/forms |