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Inquiry #1: Drawing SC-1 states that the temporary widening is to be removed and to place shoulder backing. Bid Item 39- Remove AC Pavement doesn't include this quantity, and there's no item for shoulder backing. Is it intended for this effort to be included in the Finishing Roadway Item, or how is it being compensated?
Inquiry submitted 04/21/2020

Response #1:
(#1)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 04/21/2020


Response #2:
An addendum has been issued to address this bidder inquiry. Please refer to Addendum No. 1, issued on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/28/2020



Inquiry #2: 1) Does the Section 60-3.04B(1)(d) requirement to not place polyester concrete overlay on PCC sooner than 28 days apply to the polyester expansion dams?

2) Is there a minimum time period prior to placing the deck treatment on the viaduct PCC deck beyond the Section 51-1.03H required PCC cure period?
Inquiry submitted 04/27/2020

Response #1:
(#2)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 04/28/2020


Response #2:
1) Yes, please refer to the 2nd paragraph in section 60-3.04C(1)(a) of the standard specifications.

2) No, please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 05/05/2020



Inquiry #3: ITEM #69, TRANSITION RAILING, TYPE WB-31, 8ft. POST & ITEM #72, ALTERNATIVE IN-LINE TERMINAL SYSTEM, 8ft. POST:
Please provide Standard Plans or Manufacturer's Drawings for these two Items. I do not see any In-Line Terminal System with 8ft. posts on the Approved Materials List.
Inquiry submitted 04/28/2020

Response #1:
(#3)-Your inquiry has been received and is being reviewed.
Response posted 04/29/2020


Response #2:
An addendum has been issued to address this bidder inquiry. Please refer to Addendum No. 2, issued on Thursday, April 30, 2020. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/30/2020



Inquiry #4: Is the contractor allowed to pour the new slabs on grade?
Inquiry submitted 05/01/2020

Response #1:
(#4)-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 05/04/2020



Inquiry #5: The website description for this project says "Install retaining structure and RSP concrete embankment". Is there any work associated with any rock slope protection? The plans only identify areas where there is existing RSP but does not mention any new work to be performed. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 05/04/2020

Response #1:
(#5)-Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 05/05/2020



Inquiry #6: The typical cross section of the concrete slab shows a chamfer edge and drip groove in the concrete. It appears the slab is poured on grade (on the ground) and backfilled, therefore covering the edge of the viaduct. Will the chamfered edge and drip groove still be required?
Inquiry submitted 05/04/2020

Response #1:
(#6)-Please bid per current contract documents.
Response posted 05/05/2020



Inquiry #7: Item #72 Alternative Inline Terminal System (8 FT Post)

We will not be able to modify the systems by using 8 FT posts without manufacturer approval.
All systems currently on the approved products list have only been tested and approved with 6 FT posts.

Inquiry submitted 05/04/2020

Response #1:
(#7)-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 05/05/2020

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.