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Inquiry #1: Per 36-3.01C(5) Smoothness Quality Control Plan Subsection 4 - 4.1 Where is the semi-permanent stationing reference points report and subsequent pictures that are required so that we can ensure we are profiling apples to apples?

In addition, while reviewing the pre-bid data there is 3,200 ft overrun in the NB lane and - 1,000 lead in of recorded data. While comparing the NB and SB lanes there is a 32ft difference in what is being claimed as the official run. Per the spec, we are only allowed to have a 1 ft offset per .10th mile on either side so a maximum of 11ft. So we need to know if the starts and stops in the nb and sb are different.

Can we get the KML's or KMZ's so we can ensure accuracy? The Primes need more accurate data to ensure proper bidding practices.
Inquiry submitted 03/23/2021

Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 03/24/2021

Response #2:
a) The semi-permanent reference points are set and defined by the CT design unit and, generally shown the project plans for design purposes. Contractor will set additional points during construction as necessary.

b) For practical purpose more data are collected than within the project limits.

c} Files are available in the supplemental information. Bidders have sufficient info for running the test.

Response posted 03/30/2021

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.