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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: If we are directional boring, do the 1 1/2" HDPE pipes need to be pulled through a 6" sleeve (other than at railroad crossing)?
Inquiry submitted 10/13/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Response #2:Please refer to section 87-1.03B(4) of the Standard Specifications for conduits installed by horizontal directional drilling.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Inquiry #2: Do the HDPE pipes, not under pavement, need to be installed via trench or can they be directional bored? If they can be directional bored, do they need to be in a 6" sleeve?
Inquiry submitted 10/13/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Response #2:Please see note 4 and Details A, B, and C on Addendum sheet ED-1 dated October 8th, 2021. Also refer to section 87-1.03B(4) of the Standard Specifications.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Inquiry #3: Can We Bore the HDPE ?
Inquiry submitted 10/13/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Response #2:Please see note 4 and Details A, B, and C on Addendum sheet ED-1 dated October 8th, 2021.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Inquiry #4: Your answer for inquiry #2 is not Clear, can we Bore the conduit in unpaved area per section 87-1.03B (4).
Inquiry submitted 10/13/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/13/2021
Response #2:Section 87-1.03B(3)(a) provides general specifications for conduit installation underground.
Section 87-1.03B(3)(b) provides specifications for conduit installation under paved surfaces.
Section 87-1.03B(4) provides specifications for the process of using horizontal directional drilling method, only when installed under pavement per 87-1.03B(3)(b)
Sheet ED-1, Details A, B, and C include trenching details for fiber optic conduit. For fiber optic conduit installed under paved surfaces, refer to Note 4
Response posted 10/14/2021
Inquiry #5: If rock is encountered during excavation, trenching, or directional boring, how will the rock be paid for?
Inquiry submitted 10/14/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/14/2021
Response #2:Bid per current contract documents. If additional work is needed at time of construction, it would be as directed by The Engineer and paid for as described in Section 4-1.05 changes and extra work of the 2018 Standard Specifications.
Response posted 10/14/2021
Inquiry #6: Please advise what is to be included in Bid Item 16 - Roadside clearing. What work and quantities are to be included?
Inquiry submitted 10/15/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/15/2021
Response #2:Please refer to section 20-1.03C " roadside clearing" of the Standard Specifications, section 20 of the Special Provisions and bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 10/15/2021
Inquiry #7: Please advise how it was calculated to carry 12 apprentices on the job.
Inquiry submitted 10/15/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/15/2021
Response #2:Bid per current contract documents. The number of federal trainees for the Contract is based on the cost of the work
category.
Response posted 10/18/2021
Inquiry #8: 1-to replace the Building-mounted air conditioning unit, what is the dimensions of the window opening , how many (tons )AC unit, what is the existing model number, any upgrade to the electrical panel for new AC unit (please advise )
2- Controller cabinet will be DFM,please confirm controller cabinet will be mounted with the air conditioning unit (Please advise )
Inquiry submitted 10/15/2021
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 10/15/2021
Response #2:1. Section 87-19.02J(3) specifies that you must verify dimensions of window opening prior to ordering air conditioning unit. No model number provided and no modifications to existing electrical panel is required.
Section 87-19.02J(3) specifies that building mounted air conditioning unit must be rated for 15,000 BTU.
15,000 BTU = 1.25 ton (refrigeration)
2. Sheet E-9, legend [7], specifies that the cabinet mounted air conditioner unit must be installed on the Department-furnished Model 344LX cabinet.
Response posted 10/18/2021
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.