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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: The number of trees indicated to be removed for Bid Item #46 Remove Tree indicate 360 EA trees; however, the Schedule of Quantities on Plan Sheet Q-4 indicates 358 Trees are to be removed. In addtion, Plan Sheets C-14 - C-27 indicate 361 trees to be removed. Please clarify how many trees are to be removed for this project.
Inquiry submitted 10/31/2022
Response #1:(BI#1)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 10/31/2022
Response #2:(BI#1)-Please See addendum #1, dated December 9, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #2: Does this project bid on January 11th or January 19th? The Caltrans calendar shows 1/11 and the spec shows 1/19.
Inquiry submitted 11/01/2022
Response #1:(BI#2)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/01/2022
Response #2:(BI#2)-An addendum will be issued to correct the dates.
Response posted 11/02/2022
Response #3:
Response posted 11/04/2022
Response #4:(BI#2)-Please See addendum #1, dated December 9, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #3: Please provide Cross-sections (25'-50' intervals) in PDF format for this project.
Inquiry submitted 11/02/2022
Response #1:(BI#3)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/02/2022
Response #2:(BI#3)-Please See addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #4: Can we get clarification on what section is being used for the temporary "R3T" Ramp?
Inquiry submitted 11/04/2022
Response #1:(BI#4)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/07/2022
Response #2:(BI#4)-Pavement Structural Section #12 (see sheet X-1) is being used for temporary “R3T†Ramp as called out on Sheet SC-27.
Response posted 12/27/2022
Inquiry #5: Please include the volume of earthwork for Basin 4 Excavation in Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-3 Table.
Inquiry submitted 11/10/2022
Response #1:(BI#5)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/10/2022
Response #2:(BI#5)-Please See addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #6: In reference to Lane Closure Charts G1, G2, and K1 - please confirm that all vehicles with 3 or more axles entering/exiting the Work must do so during nighttime hours and that entering/exiting using a shoulder closure during daytime hours is not allowed.
Inquiry submitted 11/10/2022
Response #1:(BI#6)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/10/2022
Response #2:(BI#6)-Yes, access to the work with vehicles that have 3 or more axles are only allowed during allowable lane closure hours when the adjacent lane can be closed, as show in lane closure charts G1 and G2. There are no notes shown in lane closure chart K1.
Response posted 11/16/2022
Inquiry #7: Tack Coat is designated (N) - Not a Separate Bid Item in the Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-1 (238.5 tons) but there is a Bid Item 107 - Tack Coat (35 tons). Please correct as applicable or explain the difference(s) in the Scope of Work between Bid Item 107 and (N) Tack Coat listed on Q-1.
Inquiry submitted 11/10/2022
Response #1:(BI#7)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/11/2022
Response #2:(BI#7)-Please See addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #8: What Bid Item pays for the 107.3 tons of Prime Coat designated as (N) - Not a Separate Bid Item on Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-1?
Inquiry submitted 11/10/2022
Response #1:(BI#8)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/11/2022
Response #2:(BI#8)-Please See addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #9: We are missing plans showing the locations and depth of Roadway Excavations for the Aerially Deposited Lead Types Z-2 and Type Com ( Bid Items #48 and #50).
Inquiry submitted 11/16/2022
Response #1:(BI#9)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 11/17/2022
Response #2:(BI#9)-The locations are shown in the Earthwork Summary on plan Q-3 (sheet 227 of 504). Additional information can be found in the ADL Report and its Addendum included in the Information Handout.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #10: In reference to Existing Pavement Structural Section "B" on Plan X-1 (Sheet No. 3), what is the acronym ISM for the "0.50' ISM" course. (i.e. material type, etc.)?
Inquiry submitted 12/01/2022
Response #1:(BI#10)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/01/2022
Response #2:(BI#10)-Please see addendum #1, dated December 9, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #11: This project is listed as a A + B bid - with Minimum days of 240 and Maximum days of 300, but the TRO bid item #3 has 300 WDAY, which is it??
Inquiry submitted 12/02/2022
Response #1:(BI#11)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/02/2022
Response #2:(BI#11)-An addendum will be issued to resolve this issue.
Response posted 12/02/2022
Response #3:(BI#11)-Please see addendum #1, dated December 9, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #12: See plan sheet number 14.
What plan sheet number is the retaining wall removal plan?
Inquiry submitted 12/06/2022
Response #1:(BI#12)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/06/2022
Response #2:(BI#12)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #13: The layout plans for this project reference "6" Retaining Curbs", for which I see no bid item for, nor is it quantified in the summary of quantities. Where is this item to be paid??
Inquiry submitted 12/07/2022
Response #1:(BI#13)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/07/2022
Response #2:(BI#13)-Retaining curb quantities are included in Minor Concrete (Curb). See “Minor Concrete Summary†table on plan sheet 226 (Q2).
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #14: Can Caltrans put the files listed under Supplemental Info in a format we can use?
Inquiry submitted 12/07/2022
Response #1:(BI#14)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/07/2022
Response #2:(BI#14)-Please see addendum #1, dated December 9, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #15: Can Caltrans provide cross sections for this project?
Inquiry submitted 12/12/2022
Response #1:(BI#15)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/13/2022
Response #2:(BI#15)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #16: Condition No. 4 of the The Roseville Tree Permit (Exhibit A) states "The developer shall be responsible for the replacement of the total number of inches proposed for removal prior to any tree removal. The total number of inches for this project is 2,999 inches DBH."
Please confirm the Contractor is not responsible for the replacement of these trees. Additionally, please confirm the Contractor is not responsible for acquiring the renewal of the Roseville Tree Permit nor any associated costs and fees.
Inquiry submitted 12/15/2022
Response #1:(BI#16)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/15/2022
Response #2:(BI#16)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #17: Bid item #62 shows one Irrigation controller to be relocated. Irrigation plan sheet IP-7 shows 2 existing controllers A and B to be relocated and Irrigation quantities sheet IQ-1 tables also shows 2. Please advise if the bid item #62 will be revised.
Inquiry submitted 12/15/2022
Response #1:(BI#17)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/15/2022
Response #2:(BI#17)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #18: Bid item #62 shows one Irrigation controller to be relocated. Irrigation plan sheet IP-7 shows 2 existing controllers A and B to be relocated and Irrigation quantities sheet IQ-1 tables also shows 2. Please advise if the bid item #62 will be revised.
Inquiry submitted 12/15/2022
Response #1:(BI#18)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/15/2022
Response #2:(BI#18)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #19: Bid item #76 shows there being 4 new 1†remove control valves. Irrigation plan sheet IP-7 shows five 1†remove control valves and plan sheet IP-10 shows 1. Please advise and revise bid item #76 to show 6 remote control valves.
Inquiry submitted 12/15/2022
Response #1:(BI#19)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/15/2022
Response #2:(BI#19)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #20: Can you verify that from EB Sta 500 to 556, existing pavement section B extends to the existing ES?
Inquiry submitted 12/19/2022
Response #1:(BI#20)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/19/2022
Response #2:(BI#20)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #21: Bid item #97 shows there being 2 new 6 feet Chain Link Gate (Type CL-4). Layout Plan L1 through L-14 doesn’t show 6 feet chain link gate. Please advise the location of 6 feet chin link gate on layout plan.
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2022
Response #1:(BI#21)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/20/2022
Response #2:(BI#21)-
a. The location of the 2 new 6’ Chain Link Gate (Type CL-4) for Bid Item #197 is shown on Retaining Wall 520 Plans – See Structure Plans No. 1 and Structure Plans No. 2 (Sheets 496 and 497)
b. Gates are located at the beginning and ending of retaining wall (“EB Aux†519+68 and(“EB Aux†523+76). The quantity is shown on Sheet 495 RW 520 General Plan (Quantities).
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #22: It appears that on Sheet DQ-5 issued in Addendum #1, that the 258.2 LF of 24" RCP for System 25 Unit b was not included in the summary subtotal. Please confirm the total quantities.
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#22)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#22)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #23: ITEM #226, CONCRETE BARRIER, TYPE 60M:
Sheet C-12, 44/504, of the Plans shows a detail for Concrete Barrier Transition connecting MGS to Type 60M Barrier. Neither of the two runs of Type 60M connect to MGS on the Plans.
Where is this detail to be utilized?
How will the Concrete Barrier Transition be paid?
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#23)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#23)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #24: ITEM #221, CONCRETE BARRIER, TYPE 60MD (CB60MD):
Plan sheet SW-1, 253/504, shows Standard A76A CB60MD in Section A-A. The elevation view calls for 376'-0" of Section A-A. The Quantity Summary sheet RW-23, 252/504 only shows 352 LF of CM60MD.
What is correct?
Section A-A also shows a Barrier with dimensions of 4'-0" x 1'-6" behind the CB60MD on top of the CIDH pile.
How is this Barrier to be paid?
Section A-A indicates that this Barrier has an HE of 0'-6". However, the elevation view indicates that Section A-A has 100'-0" of HE= 2 feet and 276'-0" of HE= 4 feet .
What is correct?
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#24)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#24)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #25: ITEM #229F, CONCRETE BARRIER, TYPE 842 MODIFIED (CB842MOD):
Plan sheet SW-1, 253/504, shows CD842MOD in Section B-B. The elevation view calls for 49'-2" of Section B-B. The Quantity Summary sheet RW-23, 252/504 shows 74 LF of CB842MOD.
What is correct?
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#25)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#25)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #26: Stage 1, Note 1 on SC-1 states to remove (Cold Plane) the rumble strip and overlay with HMA on EB "B" Line inside shoulder from 157+75 to 226+50 and a detail is provided on SCD-2. The quantity for this work is not accounted for in the Stage Construction and Traffic Handling Quantities (SCQ-1) or in the Summary of Quantities (Q-1 and Q-4 respectively). Where is the Cold Plane AC and HMA-A paid for and accounted for, for this work?
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#26)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#26)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #27: ITEM #229F, CONCRETE BARRIER, TYPE 842 MODIFIED (CB842MOD):
Plan sheet Linda Creek Bridge (Widen), 2 of 28, 456/504, shows a quantity of 168 LF of CB842MOD. This does not seem to account for the length of CB842MOD on the wing walls.
What is correct?
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#27)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#27)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #28: There is a safety concern using a Material Transfer Vehicle (MTV) on the loop ramps due to the machine being top heavy on a curve. Will an MTV be required for the placement of RHMA on the ramps?
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#28)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#28)-Yes, a MTV will be required for placement of RHMA on loop ramps as shown in the current contract documents.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #29: What bid items pay for the removal of the R3T Line during Stage 3C? The Summary of Quantities do not account for this work.
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#29)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#29)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #30: Please provide start and stop stations for R3T Line improvements. The details on SC-27 do not provide enough information.
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#30)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#30)-The begin and end conform limits are shown on SCD-1.
Response posted 12/27/2022
Inquiry #31: Under which bid items is the aggregate base under the retaining walls being paid? Sheet Q-1 does not list a separate line item for the aggregate base in these locations.
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#31)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/21/2022
Response #2:(BI#31)-Quantities for aggregate base under the walls are found on sheet RW-23 and paid for as Class 2 Aggregate Base (CY).
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #32: Cross section R4 - WB Douglas Blvd Loop On-Ramp (STA "R4" 107+04.9 to 112+81.5) shows the existing structural section "O"; however, there is no "O" existing pavement structural section on X-1. Please provide the existing pavement structural section for "O".
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2022
Response #1:(BI#32)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/22/2022
Response #2:(BI#32)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #33: Are there Temporary Erosion Control Plans?
Inquiry submitted 12/22/2022
Response #1:(BI#33)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/22/2022
Response #2:(BI#33)-No, there are no temporary erosion control plans.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #34: Are the Block to be Split Face Both Sides or just freeway side?
Inquiry submitted 12/22/2022
Response #1:(BI#34)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/23/2022
Response #2:(BI#34)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #35: On sheet 253 it shows the Sound wall H to be 9 ft. This is not of block dimensions. Does the state wish to put a cut block on top of the wall or to raise or lower the wall height 4 inches which will make a full block? This also applies to SW 349 as 6ft.6inches are not block dimensions but 6ft. 8in. will work. Same applies to Linda Creek Bridge where H is 12ft. and when 3ft. of barrier is taken away leaves 9 ft. of wall. 8ft.8in. or 9ft.4in. will work in block dimensions. Same applies for RW 343 Putting a cut on these walls will add alot of costs but changing the wall heights will change the quantities as well. How should we bid?
Inquiry submitted 12/23/2022
Response #1:(BI#35)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/23/2022
Response #2:(BI#35)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #36: Please provide a breakdown to how the quantity for Bid Item 40 - Treated Wood Waste. I do not see any quantities in the Summary of Quantity sheets to show the estimated amount for Guardrail Removal and Removal of Roadside Signs.
Inquiry submitted 12/23/2022
Response #1:(BI#36)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/23/2022
Response #2:(BI#36)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #37: Refer to Erosion Control Legend/ Sheet ECL-1, Seed Mix table is 53.4 PLS LB/AC. However, Seed Mix is 53.5 PLS LB/AC on Erosion Control Type 1 (Step 3). Please confirm the correct Seed Mix rate.
Inquiry submitted 12/27/2022
Response #1:(BI#37)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/28/2022
Response #2:(BI#37)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #38: What Soil Amendment is to be used for Bid Item 61 Soil Amendment, Plan sheet PL-1 states soil amendment must be perlite and the specs state to add to section 20-3.01B(3)(a): soil amendment must be nitrogen-treated redwood sawdust. Please advise if both types are to be used or one out of the two.
Inquiry submitted 12/28/2022
Response #1:(BI#38)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/28/2022
Response #2:(BI#38)-Your attention is directed to section 5-1.02, Contract Components, of the Standard Specifications, for the Governing ranking of Contract parts when discrepancies exist.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #39: The summary of quantities in addendum #2 shows significant changes to the cold plane area while the corresponding layout sheets are not provided. Please provide the adjustments made to layout sheets 10-14.
Inquiry submitted 12/28/2022
Response #1:(BI#39)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/28/2022
Response #2:(BI#90)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/30/2022
Response #3:(BI#39)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/30/2022
Response #4:(BI#39)-Cold plane limits of the existing rumble strip are described on sheet SC-1 and detailed on sheet SCD-2. The quantity is accounted for in Q-1.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #40: The Westbound Aux Lane cross sections, except for the first few pages, has no pavement section, auxiliary layout line, retaining walls, etc., that we can use to plan our work for this project. Can you provide details for this set of plans?
Inquiry submitted 12/28/2022
Response #1:(BI#40)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/28/2022
Response #2:(BI#40)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #41: PLAN #RW-17, 246/504:
Sections A-A shows Sound Wall with Masonry Block on 836S/SV Barrier.
I find no Item for the 836S/SV Barrier work. How is this Concrete Barrier to be paid?
PLAN #SW-1, 253/504:
Sections A-A & B-B both show Sound Wall with Masonry Block on 836S/SV Barrier.
I find no Item for the 836S/SV Barrier work. How is this Concrete Barrier to be paid?
PLAN #SW-2, 254/504:
The Typical Section shows Sound Wall with Masonry Block on 836S/SV Barrier.
I find no Item for the 836S/SV Barrier work. How is this Concrete Barrier to be paid?
Inquiry submitted 12/28/2022
Response #1:(BI#41)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/30/2022
Response #2:(BI#41)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #42: May the owner please advise the bidders on the footage and depths for item 164, Remove Pipe (EA)?
Inquiry submitted 12/28/2022
Response #1:(BI#42)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/30/2022
Response #2:(BI#42)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #43: Bid Item #127 reflects a bid item quantity of 202.4 CY. The Drainage Quantities Summary indicates 28.37 CY. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 12/29/2022
Response #1:(BI#43)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 12/30/2022
Response #2:(BI#43)-For additional “Minor Concrete (Minor Structure)†quantities, see RW-23.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #44: It appears there are no provisions for K-Rail or staging for Drainage System 22 (portion in the median). There are also no typical sections applicable to this area for surface demolition or restoration. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 01/03/2023
Response #1:(BI#44)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/03/2023
Response #2:(BI#44)-The construction of the drainage systems in the median shoulder are anticipated to be done during the allowed lanes closures specified in the special provisions. The lane closure traffic control is anticipated to be done per Caltrans standard plan. The shoulder surface is to be restored in-kind or as shoulder pavement section 4 and is paid in the linear foot of pipe.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #45: There does not appear to be a specification or special provision section for Prime Coat. Additionally, the typical curing time for Prime Coat emulsion is 24 hours, which will not allow enough time to construct the ramp closures in the currently alloted time of 56 hours. Please provide a specification for the emulsion and application rate and confirm the cure time.
Inquiry submitted 01/03/2023
Response #1:(BI#45)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/03/2023
Response #2:(BI#45)- Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023, for prime coat special provision. Please bid per current contract documents for cure time.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #46: There does not appear to be a specification or special provision section for Prime Coat. Additionally, the typical curing time for Prime Coat emulsion is 24 hours, which will not allow enough time to construct the ramp closures in the currently alloted time of 56 hours. Please provide a specification for the emulsion and application rate and confirm the cure time.
Inquiry submitted 01/03/2023
Response #1:(BI#46)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/03/2023
Response #2:(BI#46)- Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023, for prime coat special provision. Please bid per current contract documents for cure time.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #47: Good morning,
bid item 0222 - Cable Railing calls out for 1,160 LF of Cable Rail. I am able to find 725 LF of cable rail per sheet RW-19. There is still 435 LF of cable rail that I am unable to locate on the plans. Per addendum 2, sheet RW-23, it only calls 725 LF of Cable Railing on Retaining Wall 530.
Please look over plans and adjust quantity if needed.
Inquiry submitted 01/03/2023
Response #1:(BI#47)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/03/2023
Response #2:(BI#47)-For additional Cable Railing quantities see sheet DQ-7 and Retaining Wall 520 sheet 495 of the structure plans.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #48: Please provide a Bid Item to remove concrete barrier supporting soundwalls. Bid Item 145 appears to only compensate for the soundwall (i.e. masonry block portion) and not the barrier removal.
Inquiry submitted 01/04/2023
Response #1:(BI#48)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/04/2023
Response #2:(BI#48)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #49: Why is temporary shoring shown on Sheet 490 for Retaining Wall No. 343? Please provide a Bid Item and construction details for Temporary Shoring.
Inquiry submitted 01/04/2023
Response #1:(BI#49)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/04/2023
Response #2:(BI#49)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #50: Please extend bid date a minimum of 3 weeks. Additional time is needed to review and coordinate bidder inquiries (some of which have not yet been answered) with subcontractors and suppliers. Also, the initial bid date discrepancy between the date on Contractor's Corner and the Instructions to Bidders could be an issue with subs and suppliers (who may think bid date is 1/19).
Inquiry submitted 01/04/2023
Response #1:(BI#50)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/04/2023
Response #2:(BI#50)- Please see addendum #3, dated January 6, 2023.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #51: The table for roadway quantities on sheet Q-1 does not include HMA (Type A) used for miscellaneous areas (HMA overside drains, aprons and ditch paving). Please confirm that the payment for the HMA used for miscellaneous areas is included in bid item #100 Hot Mix Asphalt (Type A) and not included in the payment for place hot mix asphalt miscellaneous areas (bid item #106).
Inquiry submitted 01/04/2023
Response #1:(BI#51)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/05/2023
Response #2:(BI#51)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #52: Are there any limitations on when work can be performed in Linda Creek? The permits call out November to April, but the Special Provisions do not state any restrictions.
Inquiry submitted 01/05/2023
Response #1:(BI#52)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/06/2023
Response #2:(BI#52)-If the Special Provisions don’t show work limitations, the limitations shown in the permits prevail.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #53: How is Excavation and Backfill for Type 60 Barriers/Retaining Walls paid?
Inquiry submitted 01/05/2023
Response #1:(BI#53)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/06/2023
Response #2:(BI#53)-Excavation and Backfill for Type 60 Barriers/Retaining Walls (Type 60MC Barrier) are covered in the Standard Specifications second paragraph of Section 83-1.01 General which states “Excavation and backfill must comply with Section 19â€. Excavation and backfill are compensated in the Type 60 MC barrier bid item.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #54: Takeoff for wall #343 on sheet 483 is was not adding up. Quantity adds up to 7,248 SF vs. 8,592 SF shown on the plan sheet. If the wall heights are flipped from left to right, the quantity is much closer to what is shown on the plan. Please confirm that the quantity is correct.
Inquiry submitted 01/06/2023
Response #1:(BI#54)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#54)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 12, 2023
Response posted 01/18/2023
Inquiry #55: Website shows 3 Addendums but the downloadable files only provide 2 Addendums. Please correct as applicable.
Inquiry submitted 01/06/2023
Response #1:(BI#55)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/06/2023
Response #2:(BI#55)-Please see addendum #3, dated January 6, 2023. You may have to scroll down to download this addendum.
Response posted 01/06/2023
Inquiry #56: Section 14-11.08 in the Special Provisions includes tables with locations and depths for both the Type Com and Type Z-2 material. The Type Com table lists locations at ramps R5, R2, and R1; and the Type Z-2 table lists locations at eastbound station B 107+00 to 202+00, and ramps R3, R2, and R1. Then the Summary of Quantities sheet only lists quantities and locations for ramps R1 and R2 for Type Com and ramp R3 and EB aux station 500+00 to 556+07 for Type Z-2 material. Please confirm and provide quantities for ramp R5 (Type Com) and ramps R2 and R1 (type Z-2).
Inquiry submitted 01/09/2023
Response #1:(BI#56)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/09/2023
Response #2:(BI#56)-Please see addendum #4, dated January 11, 2023
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #57: Per Spec. 49-1.03, please clarify noise restrictions for pile driving at Bridge no. 19-0027.
Inquiry submitted 01/09/2023
Response #1:(BI#57)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#57)- Refer to section 14-8.02 of the Standard Specifications. Bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 01/18/2023
Inquiry #58: Plan Sheet 252/504 Minor Concrete (Minor Structure) do not match bid item quantities.
Please verify quantity and confirm payment includes Type 836S/SV Barrier.
Inquiry submitted 01/09/2023
Response #1:(BI#58)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/09/2023
Response #2:(BI#58)-The quantity shown on the bid item list includes Minor Concrete (Minor Structures) from the Drainage Quantities sheet (28.37 total). Payment includes Type 836S/SV Barrier.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #59: There are no details shown in the drainage profiles for system 9, j (18" RCP) and k (UG JS). Please provide profile for this section.
Inquiry submitted 01/11/2023
Response #1:(BI#59)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/11/2023
Response #2:(BI#59)-Detailed information for (i) is on DP-3, for (k) on DD-7 along with other junction structures and noted on plan sheet, and length of (j) is additionally provided on DQ-2.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #60: Please specify compressive strength of grout for CMU.
Please specify compressive strength of mortar for CMU.
Please confirm if "block B" shown for pattern use on walls 331, 343, 349, and the Linda Creek Bridge Wall will be 8x8x16 units as shown in cut section on SW-3 or will consist of 12x8x16 Standards to be used as pilasters with 12x8x16 projected face block in pattern band courses as shown on RSP B15 - 9.
Inquiry submitted 01/12/2023
Response #1:(BI#60)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/12/2023
Response #2:Your attention is directed to section 58-2.02D, Grout, of the Standard Specifications.
Your attention is directed to section 58-2.02C, Mortar, of the Standard Specifications . This is not a compressive strength but it provides a mix for the mortar.
Your attention is directed to plan sheet SW-3. The dimensions of Block B are shown as 8x8x16.
Response posted 01/12/2023
Inquiry #61: Will alternative storm drain pipe materials be granted consideration for substitution. Under Topic 857 – Alternative Materials, in the Caltrans Highway Design Manual (HDM), 857.1 Basic Policy states “When two or more material meet the design service life, and structural and hydraulic requirements, the plans and specifications must provide for alternative pipes, pipe arches, overside drains, and underdrains to allow for optimal selection by the contractor.†Will corrugated polypropylene, as described in Caltrans Standard Specifications Section 64-2.02E be considered?
Inquiry submitted 01/12/2023
Response #1:(BI#61)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/12/2023
Response #2:(BI#61)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #62: Plan sheet #228 lists Remove Base and Surfacing quantity as 1810 SQYD. The corresponding bid item # 111 is 1810 CY, which is the correct unit of measure??
Inquiry submitted 01/12/2023
Response #1:(BI#62)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/12/2023
Response #2:(BI#62)-Your attention is directed to section 5-1.02, Contract Components, of the Standard Specifications, for the Governing ranking of Contract parts when discrepancies exist.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #63: This inquiry goes along with the previously posted and answered inquiry #46 and deals with prime coat on this project. As you know, there are many 56 hour closures to be performed at the various ramps on this project. This means the existing roadway will need to be excavated, subgrade will need to be made, aggregate base will need to be placed, compacted and graded, and the areas will need to be paved with HMA in 56 hours. There really is not time to wait for prime oil application, and set up/break time prior to HMA paving.
Other concerns we have involve the availability of prime oil due to how rarely it is used, not to mention the mess it can make of jobsite, and existing pavement.
Please delete the prime oil requirement at a minimum for the ramps, and preferably for the rest of the project as well.
Inquiry submitted 01/13/2023
Response #1:(BI#63)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/13/2023
Response #2:(BI#63)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Inquiry #64: Refer to Item #69 Maintain Existing Planted Area. What is the Limits
of Existing Planted Area to be Maintained. Please Identify.
Inquiry submitted 01/13/2023
Response #1:(BI#64)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/13/2023
Response #2:(BI#64)-Please see addendum #2, dated December 28, 2022.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #65: Regarding the Ramp closures; due to the prime coat requirement, we will need an additional 56-hour extended closure on Ramp R2 and R5 to get the work completed. Please revise the closure charts.
Inquiry submitted 01/13/2023
Response #1:(BI#65)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#65)-Please see addendum #6, dated January 20, 2023.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #66: How are Sheets 484 & 485 revised?
Inquiry submitted 01/13/2023
Response #1:(BI#66)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/13/2023
Response #2:(BI#66)-Refer to Addendum No. 4 dated January 12, 2023. The Mirrored Developed Elevation details on Sheets 484 and 485 of 504 of the contract plans show the revision to top of sound wall elevation. Refer to the Typical Section A-A detail on Sheet 483 of 504 of the contract plans for additional details for the height revision.
Response posted 01/18/2023
Inquiry #67: Please provide additional details for drainage systems 22a,b,c,d,e and 23a,b,c. Both are shown in the median on the EB "B" line. Where are these in relation to the existing median barrier; and in which construction stage is this work to be performed?
Inquiry submitted 01/13/2023
Response #1:(BI#67)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/13/2023
Response #2:(BI#67)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #68: Good afternoon,
I still do not see a response for where bid item 0197 - 6' chain link gate is located at on the plans.
Please review plans and adjust bid item list if it is needed.
Inquiry submitted 01/16/2023
Response #1:(BI#68)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#68)-Refer to A85A of the Standard Plans, and the Plan detail on Sheets 496 and 497 of 504 of the current contract plans.
Response posted 01/18/2023
Inquiry #69: Sheet E-40: The overhead lines from the temporary street light wood poles seem to be directly connecting to a Temporary 1A pole (Location C). This doesn't seem to be constructible. Could a detail of this connection be provided?
Inquiry submitted 01/16/2023
Response #1:(BI#69)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#69)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #70: Refer to sheet IP-2, IP-5, IP-10 and IP-11, there are (4) each of new gate valves 3'' and (2) each of existing gate valves 3'' to be relocated. However, the bid item 0078 shows (5) each of new gate valves 3'' only. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 01/16/2023
Response #1:(BI#70)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#70)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #71: Please provide the location for item 0080 - 1/2'' plastic pipe (schedule 40) (supply line). It is not shown on plans.
Inquiry submitted 01/16/2023
Response #1:(BI#71)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#71)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #72: Refer to sheet IP-2, lateral line 1'' is shown. However, there is no item for lateral line 1'' provided in the bid item list. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 01/16/2023
Response #1:(BI#72)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/18/2023
Response #2:(BI#72)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #73: There are many large projects bidding on the same day, can the state change the bid date, so they bid at least a week apart? This would allow all the projects to get the same attention from the primes and especially the DBE contractors.
Inquiry submitted 01/17/2023
Response #1:(BI#73)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/17/2023
Response #2:(BI#73)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/18/2023
Inquiry #74: I submitted this inquiry on 1/13 at 1:42pm but do not see it posted yet:
Regarding the Ramp closures; due to the prime coat requirement, we will need an additional 56-hour extended closure on Ramp R2 and R5 to get the work completed. Please revise the closure charts.
Inquiry submitted 01/17/2023
Response #1:(BI#74)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/18/2023
Response #2:(BI#74)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Inquiry #75: Several Ready-Mix Concrete suppliers have expressed concern about servicing the project. As stated on the Lane Closure Charts, "3. Vehicles with 3 or more axles may only enter/exit the work or median area during this authorized Lane Requirement Chart hours". As Concrete Trucks have 3 axles, it is understood that, if Ready-Mix Trucks are to be used, all the concrete will have to poured at night. The Ready-Mix suppliers do not have the manpower to service all this night work. Would Caltrans consider relaxing this requirement for, at least, concrete pours?
Inquiry submitted 01/20/2023
Response #1:(BI#75)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 01/20/2023
Response #2:(BI#75)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 01/20/2023
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.