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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: The Special Provisions specifically state that no DVBE Contract goal is established for the project. However Caltrans’ website states that “DVBE participation incentive up to $250,000†for this project. Please confirm if there is an incentive for DVBE participation for this project and if there is, what percentage goal is required in order to receive this incentive.
Inquiry submitted 05/11/2022
Response #1:(#1)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/11/2022
Response #2:(BI#1)-Refer to section 2-1.15C of the Standard Specifications and the Revised Standard Specifications.
Response posted 05/13/2022
Inquiry #2: On page 15 of the project specifications, in section " Add to the end of section 12-4.02C(7)(b) of the RSS for section 12:" it states " The maximum length of a single stationary one-way-reversing traffic-control lane closure is 1 mile between flaggers". To optimize the production of AC Milling, PDR & Paving operations would it be acceptable to extend the allowable closure length to 2 miles? Any closure shorter than 2 miles would greatly interfere with daily productions for the above mentioned activities.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2022
Response #1:(BI#2)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/20/2022
Response #2:(BI#2)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 05/25/2022
Inquiry #3: Per section 39-3.04A on page 49 of the project specifications it states that you must "schedule cold planning activities such that not more than 7 days has elapsed between the time the pavement is cold planned and the HMA is placed". Also per section 30-5.03G on page 35 of the project specifications it states " HMA layer must be placed within 15 days of completion of the PDR layer." Can the agency please verify that traffic will be allowed on the milled surfaces until the PDR operations are completed and that the time frame for the HMA layer to be placed is 15 days from the completion of the PDR layer and not the 7 days after milling activities.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2022
Response #1:(BI#3)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/20/2022
Response #2:(BI#3)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 05/25/2022
Inquiry #4: The typical cross section shown on Sheet X-1 shows the 0.15' cold plane and overlay extending to the edge of pavement. There are locations along this section of highway where the existing edge of pavement and AC dike is underneath the existing guardrailing. In these locations how will the cold plane and overlay terminate? Will the grind terminate 1' away from guard railing to provide a safe distance for the milling operation? If the guardrailing is to be removed and replaced please provide bid items for the removal and reinstalling of the guardrailing. Additionally, please provide guidance to protect traveling public and construction workers from steep slopes, such as temporary Type K barrier railing.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2022
Response #1:(BI#4)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/20/2022
Response #2:(BI#4)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 05/25/2022
Response #3:(BI#4)-Refer to Addendum #1, dated 5/27/2022.
Response posted 05/27/2022
Inquiry #5: Spec section 30-5.03 on page 35 states that "HMA layer must be place within 15 days of completion of the PDR layer." However on page 49 states "Replace the 3rd paragraph of section 39-3.04A with: Schedule cold planning activities such that not more than 7 days has elapsed between the time the pavement is cold planed and the HMA is placed."
Please extend the time for both to 15 days to match since the cold planning will precede the PDR operation.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2022
Response #1:(BI#5)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/23/2022
Response #2:(BI#5)-Please bid per current contract documents
Response posted 05/25/2022
Inquiry #6: Reference Spec Section 12-4.02C(7)(b) on page 15 of Special Provisions. Paragraph 1 states that not more than 2 stationary lane closures are allowed in each direction of travel at one time. Paragraph 4 states that not more than 1 closure is allowed in the first sentence and the second sentence notes that concurrent closures in the same direction are allowed as long as the spacing is at least 2 miles. Please confirm that 2 stationary closures are allowed in the same direction at one time.
Inquiry submitted 05/24/2022
Response #1:(BI#6)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/24/2022
Response #2:(BI#6)-Yes. 2 Stationary Closures are allowed in the same direction at one time.
Response posted 05/25/2022
Response #3:(BI#6)-Refer to Addendum #1, dated 5/27/2022.
Response posted 05/27/2022
Inquiry #7: The Partial Depth Recycling specification allows foamed asphalt and emulsified asphalt binder types. However, bid item 15 description calls for Partial Depth Recycling (Emulsified Asphalt), and the recycling agent and cement volumes appear to be calculated based on emulsified asphalt. Please clarify whether or not foamed asphalt will be allowed to be used in lieu of Emulsified Asphalt.
Inquiry submitted 05/25/2022
Response #1:(BI#7)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/25/2022
Response #2:(BI#7)-Per contract plans and bid item list, use PDR-EA.
Response posted 05/27/2022
Inquiry #8: For the "Asphalt Pavement Repair" (Sheet C-1), please confirm whether the 0.35' HMA will be placed per Method Specification or require density testing / density cores.
Inquiry submitted 05/25/2022
Response #1:(BI#8)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 05/26/2022
Response #2:(BI#8)-Method compaction does not apply.
Response posted 05/31/2022
Inquiry #9: Section 39-3.04A (Page 49) of the project specifications states that you must "schedule cold planning activities such that not more than 7 days has elapsed between the time the pavement is cold planned and the HMA is placed". We assume that the PDR placement / initial compaction satisfies this requirement of having "HMA" placed. Please confirm.
Inquiry submitted 05/31/2022
Response #1:(BI#9)-Your inquiry has been received. However, please be aware due to the short time frame between when this inquiry was received and the bid opening, there may not be time to provide a response. If no additional response is posted please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 05/31/2022
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.