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Inquiry #1: Sheet 61 of the Plans shows an "Optional Sound Wall". Please confirm there is no Soundwall on this project.
Inquiry submitted 05/08/2023

Response #1:submitted for consideration.
Response posted 05/10/2023


Response #2:This is a standard sheet so it includes items that are not included in the project. This project does not have a sound wall.
Response posted 05/18/2023



Inquiry #2: It appears you might be missing a bid item for Structure Excavation (Barrier Slab). The quantity for this work does not appear to be captured in Roadway Excavation.
Inquiry submitted 05/08/2023

Response #1:submitted for consideration.
Response posted 05/10/2023


Response #2:Refer to the section 51-1.01A of the Standard Specifications, earthwork for barrier slabs is included in the cost of the “STRUCTURE CONCRETE, BARRIER SLAB” item.
Response posted 05/10/2023



Inquiry #3: As a follow up to Inquiry #2, can you please refer me to the specific Measurement or Payment specification section that indicates Structure Excavation for Barrier Slabs is included in the Structural Concrete Barrier Slab item? Thanks.
Inquiry submitted 05/16/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 05/17/2023


Response #2:Refer to the 6th paragraph of section 9-1.03 of the Standard specifications and to the 2nd paragraph of section 51-1.01A of the Standard Specifications that was referenced in the response to Bidder Inquiry #2.
Response posted 05/24/2023



Inquiry #4: Please specify what the environmental risk level is for this project so that SWPPP requirements can be determined.
Inquiry submitted 05/23/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 05/24/2023


Response #2:Please refer to the special provisions for WPCP requirements. This project does not require SWPPP.
Response posted 05/25/2023



Inquiry #5: Please clarify where bid item 52, rock slope protection fabric (class 8), applies. Is it a generic quantity to be placed at an area directed by Engineer, or specific area?
Inquiry submitted 06/01/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/01/2023


Response #2:Please bid this as a generic quantity to be placed at an area directed by the Engineer.
Response posted 06/05/2023



Inquiry #6: Please clarify if portable signal systems are to be used during both stage 1 and stage 2 construction, or if flaggers are required during stage 2. The Electrical drawings show portable signal systems during both stage 1 and stage 2. Plan sheet SC-1 shows one lane TC by signal light, however, plan sheet SC-3, does not show TC by signal light and refers you to Std Plan T13A which shows flaggers.
Inquiry submitted 06/01/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/02/2023


Response #2:Please refer to the stage construction plans. Portable signal systems are only required for 24/7 reversible control.
Response posted 06/02/2023



Inquiry #7: Can you please clarify if there is a nearby water source that has been identified as a potential location that the Contractor can use?
Inquiry submitted 06/02/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/02/2023


Response #2:Water availability is not guaranteed. The contractor may contact the department’s maintenance yard in Half Moon Bay for potential water availability.
Response posted 06/06/2023



Inquiry #8: The NTB shows that the number of trainees or apprentices for the Federal Training program is 7. Can you clarify where more information can be found regarding this training, specifically how long they need to be trained for, and if Contractor is paid for any of this training or costs to have additional apprentices or trainees on the job?
Inquiry submitted 06/02/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.”
Response posted 06/05/2023


Response #2:Bid per current contract documents. Refer to the Construction Development Guide section 7.7.3 FEDERAL TRAINEE PROGRAM. No additional information will be provided. The project will Bid Open on schedule.
Response posted 06/05/2023



Inquiry #9: Accessing the project from the Town of Woodside we endured a 45 minute detour since Hwy. 84 is closed above Portola Rd. We were tuned around by a Flagger due to the closure of Hwy. 84 and directed to take Kings Mountain Rd. (a steep, very narrow and winding 2-lane road) to Skyline Blvd. (Hwy. 35) back to Hwy. 84 to La Honda Rd. back-tracking to Peek-a-Boo Ln. Will Hwy. 84 be repaired and re-opened in time for use in accessing La Honda and constructing the soldier pile wall? The current detour makes delivering 40 ft. long steel soldier piles and transporting large drilling equipment difficult if not impossible to the project.
Inquiry submitted 06/02/2023

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.”
Response posted 06/05/2023


Response #2:Hwy 84 will be opened to traffic with reversible control by late July and fully opened by October 2023.
Response posted 06/05/2023

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.