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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: FYI-Caltrans to-All Bidders- How do I register for Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting?
Inquiry submitted 05/12/2025
Response #1:Please do not use the Bidder Inquiry platform for Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting registration; It is for inquiries related to bidding on the project contract. Register in advance of the Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting, and no later than 1 hour before the meeting time, by sending an email with bidder information to D4.Construction.Duty.Senior@dot.ca.gov Please include the project number & "Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting", within the subject of the email.
Response posted 05/12/2025
Response #2:Companies that attended the Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: • A1 Protective Services, Inc. • Access Limited Construction • Auriga Corporation • Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. • Condon-Johnson & Associates, Inc. • CoreStone Archaeology, LLC • Crosstown Electrical & Data • DeSilva Gates Construction • Geostructural Engineering Inc • Ghilotti Construction Company, Inc. • hb associates architects inc • K14FPM • Kana Subsurface Engineering • Marinship Development Interest LLC • Mercer Fraser Company • MM Energy and Lighting • Mosaic Global Transportation • NET ELECTRIC, INC • O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc. • Phantom Builders • Quanta U.S., Inc. • RTS Management Solutions, Inc • Santamaria Concrete Inc. • Security Paving Company, Inc. • Situ-Ye Structural Engineering & Natural Design Inc • St. Francis Electric • Teichert Energy & Utilities • Tennyson Electric, LLC • Tonma, LLC • Tricore Panels • Yellowstone CP llc •
Response posted 06/17/2025
Response #3:For the contact list, click on the link: http://website.dot.ca.gov/dist4/construction/contracts/04-1Q7214/MPBM%20Contact%20List%2004-1Q7214.pdf
Response posted 06/17/2025
Inquiry #2: Is EMS82176 product model, that is listed under current D4’s VMS approved product, considered VMS approved equal for this project?
Inquiry submitted 05/21/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:The bidder should provide a VMS that complies with the State’s Specifications. For information about electrical equipment that is on the State’s Approved Material List, the bidder should check with the AML which is available on the State’s website.
Response posted 05/22/2025
Inquiry #3: Can the CAD / drawing files be made available for download?
Inquiry submitted 06/04/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/05/2025
Response #2:CAD drawing files are not available.
Response posted 06/12/2025
Response #3:Attention is directed to the Cross Sections in the informational handouts.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Inquiry #4: This project includes a DBE participation goal and is currently scheduled to bid on July 3rd. However, July 4th is a national holiday, which significantly impacts the timeline for post-bid documentation. As part of the DBE requirements, DBE paperwork and good faith effort documentation must be submitted no later than the fifth business day following the bid opening. With the holiday falling on a Friday, contractors will have only one business day to prepare and submit their paperwork. Several subcontractors have indicated they will be unavailable due to the holiday and planned time off, which will severely limit DBE participation and hinder the contractor’s ability to complete the required forms. We request that the bid date be postponed to ensure contractors have sufficient time to meet the DBE documentation requirements and encourage more DBE participation.
Inquiry submitted 06/11/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Response #2: Kindly be reminded DBE paperwork and good faith effort documentation must be submitted no later than the fifth business day following the bid opening, which would not fall on the day after July 4th.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Response #3:Kindly be reminded DBE paperwork and good faith effort documentation must be submitted no later than the fifth calendar day following the bid opening.
Response posted 07/02/2025
Inquiry #5: On sheet E-99, there is structure mounted conduit called out (note 22), but the SES plans do not show any details or reference specific to this bridge. Please provide detail for this structure mounted conduit.
Inquiry submitted 06/13/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:Please see plan sheets SES-30 and SES-31 for the mounted conduit details.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #6: Sheet E-101 shows trenching (note 20) through Amador Valley Rd. It seems like this portion across the street should be construction note 25 (Horiz Directional Drilling). Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 06/13/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:See Standard Specifications for options.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Inquiry #7: On multiple pages of the layouts, the limits of roadway work are not shown, such as on L-11. Will the limit of each roadway section be added in with an addendum?
Inquiry submitted 06/13/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:Other than L-11, what are the other sheets?
Response posted 06/16/2025
Response #3:Please see Replaced Sheets L-10, L-11 and L-14 (Sheet Nos. 38, 39, & 42 ) in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #8: On multiple pages of the layouts, the limits of roadway work are not shown, such as on L-11. Will the limit of each roadway section be added in with an addendum?
Inquiry submitted 06/13/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:See Addendum No. 1.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Response #3:This is a duplicate inquiry. Please see previous inquiry and response.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #9: The pages missing clear limits of structural sections are L-10, L-11, L-14, and L-30.
Inquiry submitted 06/16/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/16/2025
Response #2:These plan sheets have been revised. See Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #10: Can Caltrans check the retaining wall structural concrete quantity for RW #26B? Our take-off for this Type 1, Case 2 wall, is 1630 CY. The quantity listed for this wall in the table is 1334 CY. Since this bid item is final pay, it could make a big difference for bidding purposes.
Inquiry submitted 06/16/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/16/2025
Response #2:The structural concrete quantity for RW 26B is correct.
The top of wall elevations shown on the plans should be used for the quantity take-off.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #11: Can you please post the attendance list from the mandatory Virtual Webex Meeting that was held on June 16th? Thank you!
Inquiry submitted 06/17/2025
Response #1:The list has been posted.
Response posted 06/17/2025
Inquiry #12: Please confirm CMS model and dimensions, there is contradicting model information in plans.
Plans S-49 and SD-14 state "CMS700". SD-14 shows "CMS700" dimensions. But E-65 states to install "Type 1 CMS Panel." Please advise.
Inquiry submitted 06/17/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/17/2025
Response #2:Type 1 CMS Panel.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Inquiry #13: Can you confirm if CMS is 1P-120V or 2P-240V? Plans sheet E-65 shows "120V", while ED-1 shows CMS panel "20-240V".
Inquiry submitted 06/17/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/17/2025
Response #2:The contractor-furnished CMS are detailed in the SSP 87-12, CHANGEABLE MESSAGE SIGN SYSTEMS, in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #14: On Plan Sheets E-363 through E-368, which show the proposed fiber optic cable installation across the Benicia Bridge (Note 1), please confirm whether the specified FO cable is armored.
Inquiry submitted 06/17/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/17/2025
Response #2:It is not armored cable.
Response posted 06/18/2025
Inquiry #15: Please provide the Engineers Estimate pricing for each bid item used to come up with the total Engineers Estimate of $94,000,000
Inquiry submitted 06/18/2025
Response #1:Caltrans does not provide the item by item estimate.
Response posted 06/18/2025
Inquiry #16: Bidder inquiry number four pointed out to the state that the bid date is one day prior to a national holiday and the difficulties associated with obtaining quotes and putting together the good faith effort. Is the state going to push the bid date as requested in the inquiry?
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Response #2:The bid open is expected to be delayed one week. Official notice of bid open delay is provided through addendum only.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #17: The specification is missing Section 87-12 for changeable message sign.
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Response #2:The contractor-furnished CMS are detailed in the SSP 87-12, CHANGEABLE MESSAGE SIGN SYSTEMS, in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #18: Bid item 173 Concrete Barrier (Type 60MD MOD) shows a quantity of 5,545.7 LF. Sheet Q-3 shows quantities for walls 24A, 24B, 29A and 29B. The structure plans for these walls also call out for the same quantities. It appears that the correct quantity should be 3,181 LF. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Response #2:Please refer to Sheet Q-3 (Sheet No. 675) per Addendum No. 3.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Inquiry #19: Plan Sheets E-363 and E-368, Note 2, reference the installation of a 3” conduit from the FOV to the existing cable tray. Please provide additional details on how this 3” conduit is to be routed and transitioned into the bridge structure.
Additionally, Note 2 only appears at the two ends of the bridge and does not extend across the full span of the structure (E-364 to E-367). Given that the fiber optic cable is not armored and would otherwise be exposed to the elements, please confirm whether the 3” conduit is required to continue throughout the length of the existing cable tray.
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Response #2:There are existing conduits running from existing vaults for medium voltage and fiber connectivity. The proposed vault (FOV) is located next to the existing vaults and contractor will follow the same conduit route and apply the industry standard conduit mounting practice.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #20: For item 142 miscellaneous iron and steel, which are grates for the drainage inlets, are they all 24-12 or 24-12X or a mixture of both?
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Response #2:All grates are Type 24-12.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #21: Due to the complexity of the project, we respectfully request the bid date to extended by at least two to three weeks from the original bid date to allow Contractors and Subcontractors sufficient time and to analyze the project thoroughly and judiciously.
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:The bid open is expected to be delayed one week. Official notice of bid open delay is provided through addendum only.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Inquiry #22: We do not believe that Response #2 adequately addresses Inquiry #4. This project is scheduled to bid on July 3rd, with the DBE paperwork and Good Faith Effort documentation due no later than the fifth business day following bid opening, July 8th. Given that July 4th is a national holiday, contractors will have only one business day to complete the required paperwork. This timeline presents significant challenges, as contractors will only have July 7th to prepare the paperwork, obtain signatures from DBE subcontractors, and mail it to the State. Many subcontractors have already expressed that they will be unavailable due to the holiday and planned time off. As a result, several firms have indicated they will not participate in this bid. This will severely impact DBE participation and limit the competitiveness of the pricing the State receives. We are requesting that the bid date be postponed to promote participation, ensure contractors have the opportunity to meet the DBE goal, and provide adequate time to complete the required paperwork.
Inquiry submitted 06/20/2025
Response #1:The bid open is expected to be delayed one week. Official notice of bid open delay is provided through addendum only.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Inquiry #23: In Addendum #1, Caltrans added Type Type 6A walls at Locations 24 and 29. Can you tells us what the Design 'H' is for each of these walls?
Inquiry submitted 06/20/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Response #2:Design “H” is 6’.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Inquiry #24: Bid Items 127, 128 & 129 for 18", 24" & 42" alternative pipeliner due not indicate the diameter of the of the HDPE or welded steel pipe to use when inserting the proposed pipe inside the existing storm drain. Obviously, the proposed pipeliner cannot be the same size as the host pipe to be lined. Please indicate in the chart on sheet DQ-1 the diameter of the liner pipe for each respective storm drain size.
Inquiry submitted 06/20/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Response #2:The pipeliners should have a nominal diameter of the size indicated on the plan sheets with an inside diameter up to 1-inch less than the nominal diameter. Any gap between the pipeliner and the existing pipe should be filled and free of voids. If a pipeliner with a different inside diameter is used, it must be reviewed and approved by the Resident Engineer prior to installation.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #25: How many mobilizations are expected for Temporary erosion control?
Inquiry submitted 06/21/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Response #2:On sheet ECQ-1, the estimate is 30 locations, and the location number can be combined.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #26: Bid item 92 Minor Concrete (Minor Structure) shows three locations on sheet Q-2. The second and third locations are the same location from two different lines. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 06/23/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Response #2:See the revised plan sheet Q-1 in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #27: Good afternoon,
We are requesting the project deadline be pushed out as it is currently due July 3rd. We've received concerns for our vendors regarding the ability to receive pricing by the date provided. Please consider pushing the bid date by at least one week.
Thank you.
Inquiry submitted 06/23/2025
Response #1:The bid open is expected to be delayed one week. Official notice of bid open delay is provided through addendum only.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #28: In your answer to BI #10, you say that the quantity in the table is correct. Is it possible that the wall should be labeled as a Type 1, Case 1? The footing widths drawn on Plan Sheet #696, for H= 14', correspond to neither Type 1, Case 1 or Type 1, Case 2. For H= 14', the footing width is 9'-7" for Case 1 and 15'-6" for Case 2. Scaling off the plan, shows a width of 11'-6". Please review.
Inquiry submitted 06/23/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Inquiry #29: There is typically a bid item for " Clean and inspect pipe" that corresponds with pipe liner work. Will this work be required for BI#127-129, and if so will a bid item be added, or is the work included in the bid items for the alt pipeliner work?
Inquiry submitted 06/23/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/23/2025
Response #2:Bid Item 710360, CLEANING, INSPECTING, AND PREPARING CULVERT (LF), was added in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #30: For Location #26, Plan Sheet #467 shows 2 lines for LOC 26. Can you reissue the plan(s), to clarify the LOC 26 line?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/24/2025
Response #2:See revised Sheet No. 467 in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #31: The cross sections issued for LOC 27 do not show the existing retaining wall, barrier, and soundwall. At Station 24+75, the cross section shows a hinge point at 33' right and then a fill area. 33' right is beyond the location of the soundwall, which is approximately 29' right of the LOC 27 line. Can Caltrans issue the correct cross sections for LOC 27 since any take-off we do in this area can not be trusted?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/24/2025
Response #2:Revised cross section has been issued via Addendum No. 3.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Inquiry #32: At LOC 27, the structure plans show an end block where the new barrier starts. Are we constructing an end block or are we tying onto the existing retaining wall and barrier? The plans indicate that the wall at LOC 27 begins where the existing wall ends.
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/24/2025
Response #2:There is no proposed end block at the beginning of the wall at this location.
However, there is a transition barrier from the old one to the new one.
Response posted 06/25/2025
Inquiry #33: 1. Are cross sections available for Retaining Wall #26A? The sections provided do not show the new wall and soundwall, 26A, but do show #26B.
2. Are Plan Sheets SC-11 and SC-12 supposed to indicate the temporary roadway conditions for constructing RW #26A?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/25/2025
Inquiry #34: The cross sections provided for LOC #29, indicate a standard structural concrete wall instead of the designed shotcrete walls w/soil nails. Can Caltrans provide cross sections that show the RW #29A and #29B shotcrete wall construction?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/25/2025
Response #2:Cross sections are not provided for RW #29A and RW #29B shotcrete wall construction.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #35: On Sheet Q-3, there is architectural treatment shown for RW #29 A and #29B, with a quantity of 4545 SF, which also corresponds with Bid Item #94. These walls have a sculpted shotcrete finish with stain. Where is the architectural treatment being applied?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/25/2025
Response #2:For sculpted shotcrete and prepare & stain shotcrete location see “ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS” on Structure Plans.
Response posted 06/26/2025
Inquiry #36: Is there a tree removal plan for each of the locations or will Caltrans have the trees removed prior to construction?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/25/2025
Response #2:There are no separate tree removal plans, all existing trees impacted and within the clearing and grubbing limit are to be considered as part of CLEARING AND GRUBBING work.
Response posted 06/26/2025
Inquiry #37: Regarding the 4545 SQFT of "Architectural Treatment, Retaining Wall," please clarify where this is to be applied. Is this for RW 26B as shown on Pg. 702, or for RW 29A / RW 29B as shown in the quantities on Pg. 675?
Inquiry submitted 06/25/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/25/2025
Response #2:Please refer to Sheet Q-3 (Sheet No. 675) per Addendum No. 3.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Inquiry #38: Per your response to Inquiries #4, 16 & 22 you state: 'Kindly be reminded DBE paperwork and good faith effort documentation must be submitted no later than the fifth business day following the bid opening, which would not fall on the day after July 4th'.
Per the Specifications, pg 32, DBE paperwork is due 'No later than 4pm on the 5th day after the bid opening.
Please further clarify the due date of the DBE and GFE paperwork.
Inquiry submitted 06/25/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/26/2025
Response #2:DBE paperwork is due the 5th calendar day after bid open. Refer to page 32 of the specifications.
Response posted 07/02/2025
Inquiry #39: The response to bidder inquiries 22 and 27 state that the bid date is going to be pushed one week. When will an addendum be provided changing the bid date?
Inquiry submitted 06/26/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/26/2025
Response #2:Addendum 3 was posted on July 3rd.
Response posted 07/07/2025
Inquiry #40: Please provide a bid item and quantity sheet for the minor HMA trench paving shown on sheet ED-15.
Inquiry submitted 06/26/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/26/2025
Response #2:This work applies to all bid items where it occurs. The quantities may be determined from these dimensions in this detail, as well as in the Std Specs.
The quantities are not shown in an EQ-# plan sheet.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Inquiry #41: At Location 10, is there a lane closure chart for SB 680 for the Lane 1 paving and lane closure of southbound 680 Lane 4 to pave the southbound on-ramp?
Inquiry submitted 06/26/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/26/2025
Inquiry #42: On Plan Sheets E-363 through E-368, which show the proposed fiber optic cable installation across the Benicia Bridge (Note 1), Is there a detail for the cable tray under the bridge? How do we access this cable tray?
Inquiry submitted 06/26/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025
Response #2:There is walkway along the cable tray and the cable tray is accessible from this walkway. The cable tray is horizontal with solid bottom and there is space available to run the cable.
Response posted 06/30/2025
Inquiry #43: What is the fiber optic slack requirements for Fiber Optic Splice Vaults without a splice case and what is the slack requirements for a Fiber optic pull box (6E).
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025
Inquiry #44: Edge drain is being called out at locations 9,24,26,27,29, and 42. The corresponding structural sections for the widenings in these areas where the edge drain is located do not include ATPB. Please provide a detail for how the edge drain is to be constructed in these areas.
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025
Response #2:Please see Replaced Sheet X-1 to X-6 (Sheet Nos. 3 to 8) in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #45: It appears that there are no lane closure charts for SB 680 where we have freeway paving or need to take a lane adjacent to a ramp closure, such as at LOC 10, 18, 26, etc. Can Caltrans update the lane closure charts for SB 680?
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025
Response #2:Lane closure charts in the SB 680 where we have freeway paving or need to take a lane adjacent to a ramp closure will be provided during the construction phase of the project.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Inquiry #46: On sheet Q-5, there is a table for Replace AC Surfacing. There is also corresponding Bid Item #73. Is there a detail of what these "digouts" look like? Where is the fabric being installed and why are we applying a prime coat? Why is the replacement AC being paid for under Bid Item #75 and not under Bid Item #73?
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025
Inquiry #47: The ADL Bid Quantities table show on plan sheet #677 for Bid Items #37 & #38 are over-stated. Our take-off show approx. 900 CY for Bid Item #37, and 600 cy for Bid Item #38. Please clarify
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025
Inquiry #48: For the bid item #33 (Remove Concrete), Please provide plans, details, sections and type of Concrete removal.
Inquiry submitted 07/01/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/02/2025
Response #2:Please refer to Sheet Q-2, Anchor Block Quantity Table on Sheet No. 674 in Addendum 3.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #49: Bid item 173 Concrete Barrier (Type 60MD MOD) shows a quantity of 5,545.7 LF. Sheet Q-3 shows quantities for walls 24A, 24B, 29A and 29B. The structure plans for these walls also call out for the same quantities. It appears that the correct quantity should be 3,181 LF.
Inquiry submitted 07/02/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/02/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-3 (Sheet No. 675) in Addendum No. 3.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Inquiry #50: On Sheet Q-4, there is a table labeled "Earthwork". The total quantity of this table is added under Roadway Excavation. Is there something special about the excavation at the locations from this table to be singled out as different from the standard Caltrans definition of roadway excavation?
Inquiry submitted 07/02/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/02/2025
Response #2:The Earthwork Quantity in question is the Roadway Excavation Quantity for Loc 14, 15, 18 and 32 which are quantities provided by our consultant for their portion of work.
There is nothing special.
Response posted 07/02/2025
Inquiry #51: There is no removal of guardrail at location 9 on the Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-1.
Sheet L-3 show location 9 Rem Guardrail the existing LF totals 87.5'. Please add this location to the summary of quantities and adjust the total LF for removal of guardrail and treated wood waste.
Inquiry submitted 07/02/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-1 (Sheet No. 673) under Remove Guardrail and Treated Wood Waste Quantity Table in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #52: There is no removal of guardrail at location 9 on the Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-1.
Sheet L-5 show location 9 Rem Guardrail the existing LF totals 87.5'. Please add this location to the summary of quantities and adjust the total LF for removal of guardrail and treated wood waste. STA: +19.58 to +82.08
Inquiry submitted 07/02/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-1 (Sheet No. 673) under Remove Guardrail and Treated Wood Waste Quantity Table in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #53: There is no removal of guardrail at location 12 on the Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-1.
Sheet L-9 show location 12 Rem Guardrail. Please add this location to the summary of quantities and adjust the total LF for removal of guardrail and treated wood waste. STA: +23.92 to +28.92
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-1 (Sheet No. 673) under Remove Guardrail and Treated Wood Waste Quantity Table in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #54: Location 9 has an ALT CC TL-2 on sheet L-3 but it is not located on the Summary of Quantities sheet Q-2. Please add to quantities and adjust bid items accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-2 (Sheet No. 674) in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #55: Location 15 has an ALT CC TL-2 on sheet L-11, but it is not located on the Summary of Quantities sheet Q-2. Please add to quantities and adjust bid items accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-2 (Sheet No. 673674)) in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #56: Location 15 has an ALT CC connecting to 15A layout of MGS which requires an additional min 50' of double MGS. This is a separate bid item and needs to be included in the bid items list.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-2 (Sheet No. 673674) in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #57: Please adjust the quantities for removal of guardrail compared to the Summary of Quantities. They do not match the current bid items.
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/07/2025
Inquiry #58: Summary of Quantities Sheet Q-1 show removal of guardrail STA: "LOC 21" 18+80.15 TO 19+97. Plans do not show this location on L-16. If this is a removal, which system are you replacing it with?
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1: The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/07/2025
Inquiry #59: Plan sheet L-18 shows a 12DD layout at STA: "CL" 1001+41.50 Beg MGS to STA: "CL" 1006+54 End MGS. This location is not included on the Summary of Quantities sheet Q-2 or the Removal on sheet Q-1.
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1: The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/07/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-2 (Sheet No. 674) in Addendum 4.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #60: Location 31 on the plans sheet L-29 STA: 11' Rt "LOC 31" 11+65 to 11.5' Rt "LOC 31" 13+77.5 calls for a 16I layout which includes a Buried End Post Anchor. There is no bid item or summary of quantities listed for the buried end. Are you adding this additional end treatment into the Caltrans Bid Items List for this location?
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/07/2025
Inquiry #61: Location 32 on plans sheet L-30 shows a new barrier installed at STA: 5.49' Rt "LOC 32" 67+60.99 to 5.00' Rt "LOC 32" 66+54.41. At this location there is an existing concrete barrier with a CC already installed which will be in conflict with the new installation. How do you plan to proceed with the installation of the new concrete barrier to the ALT CC?
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #62: Plan Sheet L-30 do not show 12A layout for MGS being installed @ "LOC 32" STA:64+89.60 to 87+23.87 as the Summary of Quantities show. Will you be adding this location to the plan sheet?
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #63: Summary of Quantities show 2ea Alt CC TL-2 and 1ea Alt CC TL-3 @ Location 32. Detail 1 shows Beg Alt CC TL-2 @ 29.96' Lt "LOC 32" 64+89.60 to End Alt CC TL-2 @ 31.07' Lt "LOC 32" 65+14.57 and also calls for Alt CC TL-3. Summary of Quantities show 3ea total Alt CC being installed at Location 32. Please verify Alt CC being installed and the locations.
Inquiry submitted 07/07/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheet Q-2 (Sheet No. 674) in Addendum 4.
There will be only 1 Alt CC TL-2 at Location 32.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #64: Can you please explain Bid Item #229 (Pothole Underground Utilities)? The quantity provided is 50, but there will obviously be significantly more potholes needed then just 50 throughout the project. Is this item only related to a specific section? Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 07/08/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Response #2:Bid Item #229 (Pothole Underground Utilities) includes a quantity of 50 potholes, which are specifically allocated to address the requirements outlined in Section 5-1.36C(2) "Nonhighway Facility Protection" of the Special Provisions. This section pertains to the high priority utility facilities identified in the table and requires positive location prior to construction activities in these areas.
This bid item does not cover all potholing or utility locating efforts that may be required across the project limits. Additional responsibilities for identifying and protecting other utilities fall under Section 5-1.36C(1) of the Standard Specifications.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #65: Can you advise the voltage for the CMS on drawing E-65?
Inquiry submitted 07/08/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Response #2:The voltage feeding for that CMS is indicated in the CMS SSP 87-12, as well as shown on the plan sheet.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Inquiry #66: Plans sheet L-36 show @ "LOC 41" 17+30 to 19+30 shows a 12DD layout and for MGS to be attached to exist CB. Summary of Quantities show an 11A layout @ L-36 "LOC 41" an AITS TL-3 to an SFT-M. There is an existing concrete barrier that would conflict with the AITS installation. How shall we proceed?
Inquiry submitted 07/08/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/08/2025
Inquiry #67: There are over 20 unanswered bidder inquiries on this project and it is bidding in one week. Is the State considering delaying the bid date to allow us time to review the answers to the bidder inquiries and make adjustments to our bid? Many of these questions I would think would be addressed by addendum as well.
Inquiry submitted 07/09/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/09/2025
Inquiry #68: According to Caltrans standards specification 20-10.02C(4), irrigation facilities to be removed that are more than 6 inches below finished grade may be abandoned in place. Confirm the irrigation pipes marked to be removed as shown on sheets IR-1 to IR-8 could be abandoned in place as long as they are more than 6 inches below the finish grade. Otherwise, please advise.
Inquiry submitted 07/10/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Response #2:Existing irrigation system that are 6” below the ground or not visible could be abandoned in place.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #69: Per wire symbol on sheet IP-1, contractor is responsible for rerouting existing control wires disturbed by the street extension. For bidding purposes, clarify the number of the existing wires that needs to be rerouted.
Inquiry submitted 07/10/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Inquiry #70: Refer to sheets IR-1 to IR-8, the callouts show capping existing irrigation pipe in No.5 pull box. Clarify which bid item is supposed to cover the costs for no.5 pull box.
Inquiry submitted 07/10/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Response #2:Cost of capping and terminating supply line in a type-5 pull box, should be considered, and included in the cost of irrigation system work and no separate payment shall be made.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #71: Refer to the bid item list; the item 55 is for "certify existing backflow preventer". However, the plans do not show which existing backflow preventer needs to be certified. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 07/10/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Response #2:Only the associated or existing BPA connected to the irrigation system location of work should be certified.
Response posted 07/11/2025
Inquiry #72: The following locations: 3, 5, 6, 20, 22, 28, 31, 33, 38, 54 - contain the installation of new concrete barrier and/or concrete barrier transitions but are not included in the Stage Construction/Traffic Handling sheets. The barriers at these locations cannot be performed under temporary traffic control and will require temporary barrier. How will this temporary barrier be paid for?
Inquiry submitted 07/10/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/10/2025
Inquiry #73: There is no freeway closure charts for SB 680. Inquiry #45 ask a similar question, and the response is not acceptable for bidding purpose. Will you be updating the Traffic Closure Charts?
Inquiry submitted 07/10/2025
Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/11/2025
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.