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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: On sheet 18 ECQ-1 / EROSION CONTROL QUANTITIES , Seed Mix (N) & Application Rates (N) Its our understanding that (N) means a NON PAY ITEM, when used this way. We have searched the Standards and can't find a definition regarding this item.
Please clarify and define (N) as used in this item.
Same sheet 18 please clarify the word "ALTERNATE" regarding BFM fiber/ listed in application rates. There many BFM products available and use is based on slope and gradient
Inquiry submitted 03/29/2018
Response #1:Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 03/29/2018
Response #2:
Your attention is directed to Plan sheet No. 18 of 39 for a definition of (N). SEED MIX (N) AND APPLICATION RATEs (N) are provided as information needed for work required under item EROSION CONTROL (BONDED FIBER MATRIX)(SQFT). Your attention is also direction to Section 21-2.02J, of the Standard Specifications, "Bonded Fiber Matrix". Please bid per the current contract documents.
Your attention is directed to Section 21-2.02D, of the Standard Specifications, "Fiber". Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/30/2018
The information provided in the responses to bidder inquiries is not a waiver of Section 2-1.07, "JOB SITE AND DOCUMENT EXAMINATION" of the Standard Specifications or any other provision of the contract, nor to excuse the contractor from full compliance with the contract. Bidders are cautioned that subsequent responses or contract addenda may change a previous response.