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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: Dwg M2-01, Air drop and Wall Mounted CA Reels; What size quick coupling do you want for the air drop, and what type of control valve for the hose reels – Tire inflator or quick connect?
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:Please see section 99-11146B(1), paragraph 7. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #2: Dwg M2-01, detail 1, waste oil and waste coolant pump stations; The drawing shows a hose reel on the waste oil pump, and suction wand assembly for the waste coolant. Diaphragm pumps have limited suction and a hose reel generally makes it worse. We respectfully recommend removing the reel and suction wand and specifying a set of Graco receivers, 238866 Oil King and 248632 Coolant King for both wings. These connect directly with the evacuation systems for a clean transfer.
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:The submittal of the specific manufacturer descriptive data and performance data for each product is specified in section 99-11146A(3). If this is your recommended product, please submit this product during construction as directed in the specifications. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #3: Section 99-14451 B (1), mobile column lifts; The section calls for both wireless operation and a retractable cord reel. Since this is typically one or the other feature, not both, please verify that both features are required.
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:The retractable cord reel mentioned in paragraph 3 of section 99-14451B(1) is for charging the batteries mentioned in paragraph 4 of section 99-14451B(1). Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #4: Section 99-14451 B (1), lift anchor pads; Will the seismic design for the SPO16 lift anchor pads be provided by the EOR, or is the lift provider responsible for this through a deferred submittal?
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:The SPO16 lift anchor has not been specified in this contract. Products in section 14451 must be installed per section 99-14451C(1). Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #5: Section 99-14451 B (2), Wheel adapters; How many adapter sets do you want?
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:The mobile lifts are shown on plan sheets #249 and #250. Each mobile lift should have an appropriate set of wheel adaptors as specified in section 99-14451B(2). Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #6: Section 99-11146A(1), permits; Are permits required for the storage tanks?
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:No. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #7: Drawings M1-04 and M2.04, detail 1, welding exhaust fan and extraction arm; There is no make or model specified. We respectfully suggest the Airflow model PCH-1 for mobile units and the Airflow EZ-Arm extractor arm for the stationary system. Also, please clarify the desired fan and CFM for the extractor arm system.
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:No specific manufacturer has been specified. The product must meet the requirements shown in the plans and specs for each product. If this is your recommended product, please submit this product during construction as directed in the specifications. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #8: Panel schedules, drawings EE1-2.7, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5; Equipment is shown on the schedule, but not specified: drill presses, pedestal grinders, parts cleaners, surface grinder, hydraulic hose crimper, hydraulic hose cut-off, blast cabinet, hydraulic press and hot parts washer. Are these items OF/CI or CF/CI. If CF/CI please provide make and models for bidding.
Inquiry submitted 03/28/2019
Response #1:The equipment listed is not part of the contract as specified in the project specifications. The equipment listed is for panel labeling. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 03/28/2019
Inquiry #9: Please confirm if there are any changes to the plans and specifications after the cancelation of the bid on 02/14/19
the specs are missing for download, is this means no changes to specs and we can use previous one
can we use the same plans that we purchased already previously
Inquiry submitted 03/29/2019
Response #1:There are changes to the Plans and Specifications. The Specifications are not missing in the download. Please retry.
Response posted 03/29/2019
Inquiry #10: Per Section 80 - Security Metal Fences and Gates, we are required to submit a manufacturer's standard 10-year warranty for factory finish against cracking, peeling and blistering under normal use. Can you please give us a list of your approved manufacturer for the said Security Metal Fences and Gates. Thanks
Inquiry submitted 04/01/2019
Response #1:The Department has not established a list of approved manufacturers. Bid per plan and special provisions.
Response posted 04/02/2019
Inquiry #11: Section 99-14451B(1) - Mobile Column Lifts. We respectfully request approved equal status for the Rotary MCH418 and 618 mobile column lifts. These lifts meet every requirement, and exceed the lifting requirement by 3,000-lb per column, have a 70" full rise and a rise speed of 53.8 inches per minute. Glass mat batteries can be provided. The Rotary lifts do not use a liquid crystal display as these displays fade over time and become difficult to read. A brochure and specifications can be provided.
Inquiry submitted 04/01/2019
Response #1:The submittal of the specific manufacturer descriptive data and performance data for each product is detailed in the specifications. If this is your recommended product, please submit this product during construction as directed in the specifications. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/02/2019
Inquiry #12: Section 99-11148 Exhaust, Confirm:
All hose reels are Motorized
VEHR Systems incorporate automatic controls on the hose reels to activate the fan.
VEHR Systems are “all on†or “all offâ€
VEHR Systems incorporate automatic controls where the fan will be “first on / last off†when the hose reels are extended and then retracted.
VERF Hose Reels incorporate controls to automatically turn the fan on and off.
Inquiry submitted 04/01/2019
Response #1:The requirements for the exhaust evacuation hose reel and fan are as specified in section 99-11148. Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/02/2019
Inquiry #13: Please provide a topographic map or grading plan for this project.
Inquiry submitted 04/04/2019
Response #1:Please bid per the contract documents dated March 18, 2019.
Response posted 04/08/2019
Inquiry #14: Section 1.02 K. indicates a minimum of 40 hours operating at continuous load power output.
Section 2.01.G.2 it indicates 72-hour minimum.
Both of the attached drawings indicate 40 Hour, 4120 Gallon Tank.
What capacity tank is required?
Inquiry submitted 04/05/2019
Response #1:Please refer to Addendum # 1, issued on April 12, 2019.
Response posted 04/08/2019
Inquiry #15: Spec page 99-11146A they call for a Double wall tank as well as on the blue prints and on page 99-11146B they call for UL 2085 tank which have a 6†concrete wall with 2-hour fire shield. This seems excessive and not needed for Oil tanks.
Inquiry submitted 04/05/2019
Response #1:Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/08/2019
Inquiry #16: It is unclear if the State has addressed the outstanding bidder inquiries from the previous solicitation of 07-325704. In the interest of brevity, please provide clarification on each of the outstanding previous inquiries with specific reference to whether the items have been addressed in the 08-Mar-2019 plans, the 07-Mar-2019 Special Provisions, or remain to be answered. The outstanding previous inquiries are as follows: No(s) 2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10,13,14,16,18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32,33,34,35,36,38,39,40,41,42,43, 44,45,46,47,48,49,50,52,53,55,56,59,60,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74, and 75.
Inquiry submitted 04/08/2019
Response #1:Please bid per the contract documents dated March 18, 2019.
Response posted 04/09/2019
Inquiry #17: Location of bottom of Exterior Metal siding as call out on sheet A1-32 Federal Color 25189 Blue Green. Is it acceptable to have the custom color of the perforated soffit color to be painted and baked over the manufactures finish? Or do you want our sheet metal sub to provide this panel with the spec’ed color since they will be providing this color on the other structures?
Inquiry submitted 04/15/2019
Response #1:Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/15/2019
Inquiry #18: As noted on Sheet A1-32, Exterior Color Schedule, please identify the location and limits of the “Exterior Metal Siding (Bottom)†to receive Federal Color 25189.
As noted on Sheet A1-32, Exterior Color Schedule, regarding the Perforated Metal Siding, is it acceptable to have this custom color painted and baked over the manufacturers finish?
Inquiry submitted 04/15/2019
Response #1:Please bid per the current contract documents.
Response posted 04/15/2019
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.