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Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: Are CAD files available please, for this project?
At a minimum, if we can get an alignment and the OG Surface.
Inquiry submitted 04/30/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 04/30/2025
Response #2:Electronic Files are not available to Bidders.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #2: Coastal Commission Permit requires that permittee (Caltrans) prohibit demolition and construction activities during the breeding and nesting season (Jan 1 - Sept 15) or conduct site-specific surveys prior to demolition and construction activities during the breeding and nesting season. Please confirm that Caltrans will perform these site-specific surveys to allow for construction during the breeding and nesting season.
Inquiry submitted 05/08/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/08/2025
Response #2:Caltrans Biologists will perform bird nesting surveys prior to construction if construction occurs during the nesting season. SSP 14-6.03B still requires work to be halted if there are active nests and until fledglings leave the nest.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #3: Please clarify the design criteria for the “Vendor and/or contractor supplied structures” for the approaches of the Temp Bike and POC. Special Provisions Section 48-7.01A states, “Design, materials, and construction of the approach ramps must comply with section 48-2 Falsework. However the “General Notes” on sheet 2 of 8 for the Temp Bike and POC states the design criteria as AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO LRFD Guide Specifications for the Design of Pedestrian Bridges. The “Design Notes” of the same section state that the “temporary bridge bents are to be braced on both sides of the structure for a seismic load of 60 kips for both tension and compression at 43’ elevation. The Contractors design should be based on the latest ICBO seismic requirements for ordinary braced frames.”
The Special Provisions indicate the approach structures should be designed as “falsework” using Allowable Stress Design per Section 48-2 and the Caltrans Falsework Manual and typically is not designed for seismic loading. Yet the plans indicate that LRFD design per AASHTO Bridge Design specifications, AASHTO H-5 Truck Live loading and ICBO seismic requirements should be used.
Inquiry submitted 05/08/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/08/2025
Response #2:Unless an addendum is issued, please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/27/2025
Response #3:Refer to Addendum No. 1 dated June 9, 2025. The 3rd paragraph of section 48-7.01 in the special provisions has been replaced.
Response posted 06/10/2025
Inquiry #4: Is the contractor or So Cal Gas responsible for the proposed 16" gas line realignment work shown on Utility Plan sheet U-2?
Inquiry submitted 05/08/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/08/2025
Response #2:So. Ca. Gas Company is responsible for the gas line realignment.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #5: The quantity for bid item 106, timber lagging, seems understated. Please confirm quantity.
Inquiry submitted 05/09/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/12/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the quantities for Timber Lagging shown in Quantity lists on sheets 188, 209, and 217 of 242 of the contract plans. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/28/2025
Inquiry #6: Bid item 10 Portable Radar Speed Feedback Sign System is typically in-place throughout the project duration, yet the item quantity is for only 2 days. Please advise of a quantity change.
Inquiry submitted 05/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/12/2025
Response #2:The quantity will be changed to Lump Sum. Bid Item 10 is throughout the project duration.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #7: Are full-time, both northbound and southbound portable changeable message signs to be used for the duration of this project? If so, how are they paid?
Inquiry submitted 05/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/12/2025
Response #2:Portable Changeable Signs will be needed throughout the duration of the project, The payment for such signs is included in the item for Construction Area Signs.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #8: Sheet Q-2 seventh row: 1125+54.36 to 1135+50 = 696 feet. Applying the AC and bike path widths and structural section, are quantities are: 83 TN, 146 TN, 113 CY, and 258 CY for RHMA, HMA, LCB, and CL3, respectively. The Table quantities of 187 TN, 326 TN, 285 CY, 812 CY, are higher.
Overall, for items 62, 63, 65, and 66 are quantities are: 1,808 CY, 585 CY, 1,729 TN, 425 TN. Please advise regarding quantity differences.
Inquiry submitted 05/13/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/13/2025
Response #2:Contractor to bid per plan quantities.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #9: During the construction of the emergency access road and temp shoring, there is a palm tree that will require removal. Please confirm Contractor is to cut and remove this palm tree.
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/14/2025
Response #2:Cutting and removing the palm tree will be done by State forces. The contractor is not responsible for such palm tree.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #10: The quantities for bid items 110, 111, and 112 do not include the quantities for the temporary pedestrian bridge. Please confirm the correct quantities for these bid items to include the temporary pedestrian bridge.
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/14/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the “Concrete Strength and Type Limits” on sheet 236 of 242 of the contract plans and to the “Typical Section” on sheet 239 of 242 of the contract plans. Please bid per the current contract bid documents
Response posted 05/27/2025
Inquiry #11: Plan sheet 3 of 65 (Ventura OH Replacement) note 2 discusses a 6" high curb, also shown on sheet 49 of 65. Please provide method of payment for this curb.
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/14/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the 4th paragraph of section 83-2.10A(1) in the special provisions. Please bid per the current contract bid documents
Response posted 05/27/2025
Inquiry #12: Bridge demolition, falsework erection, bridge pours and falsework removal require a complete shutdown of rail service. Will a schedule of railroad absolute work windows and trains per day be provided?
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/16/2025
Inquiry #13: Is the quantity for bid item 98 supposed to be 3 each?
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/16/2025
Inquiry #14: Is the quantity for bid item 100 suppose to be 24 LF?
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/16/2025
Inquiry #15: What plan sheet is the 258 LF of 8" weld steel pipe casing (Bridge) shown on?
Inquiry submitted 05/14/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/16/2025
Response #2:Please refer to Location B in the Utility Opening table on sheet 136 of 242 of the contract plans and detail U-8 on Standard Plan B7-10. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/27/2025
Inquiry #16: In which bid item are the stainless steel drill and dowel bars in the bike pathway paid?
Inquiry submitted 05/15/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/16/2025
Response #2:Unless an addendum is issued, please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/27/2025
Inquiry #17: In which bid item are the furnish and installation of stud on the soldier piles paid?
Inquiry submitted 05/15/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/16/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the second paragraph of section 49-4.02A, “General”, in the Standard Specifications. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/22/2025
Inquiry #18: Regarding earthwork import and export, our calculations yield an export well over 10,000 CY. Can you provide calculation quantities to define bid item 43 Imported Borrow(CY) 7,700 CY or delete it?
Inquiry submitted 05/19/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:Bid per plan quantities. The temporary access ramp will require imported borrow.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #19: Reference to Plan Sheet THQ-1 shows a line item referencing TH-9, TH-10 on alignment VEN01_PM21-23 with a blank station callout with a QTY of 1,220 LF of Mash TL-3(Row near the Bottom). There are various line items above that appear to account for the 1,220 LF of Mash TL-3. Please clarify if the bottom row is a duplicate or if in addition to. If they are in addition to, where on the plans would it be?
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:The bottom row is an addition to. Such amount is needed for State Beach Access Road.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #20: Reference to Plan Sheet SQ-3, Roadside Sign (Metal Post), Sign 3-10 and 3-14 are counted under as Roadside Sign (Metal Post), while on Sheet PD-3, they are labeled as Roadside (Wood Post). Please confirm whether they are Wood or Metal.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:The removal of roadside signs 3-10 and 3-14 should be under "REMOVE ROADISDE SIGN (WOOD POST)" in SQ-3.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #21: Please provide CAD files with existing ground elevations and final design elevations.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:Electronic Files are not available to Bidders.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #22: Please provide contour grading sheets showing existing contours and final design contours.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:There are no grading sheets available on this project.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #23: Please provide cross-section sheets for roadway sections. Please also include the wall information on the cross-section sheets.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:There are no cross-section sheets available on this project.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #24: The Ventura OH (Replacement) bridge plans do not contain a "Limits of Excavation and Backfill" detail, similar to that on the Ventura Pedestrian Bridge Plans, sheet 5 of 8. Please update the Ventura OH (Replacement) bridge plans with a limits of excavation and backfill detail.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:Please refer to Standard Plan A62C for limits of structure excavation and structure backfill at Ventura Overhead (Br. no. 52-0471). Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/22/2025
Inquiry #25: The Ventura OH (Replacement) bridge plans do not provide enough information to discern the finished grade elevation in the vicinity of Abutment 1 and Abutment 5. Please provide this information at a minimum from station 1136+49 to 1137+50 and 1142+00 to 1142+64.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/20/2025
Response #2:Please refer to Abutment Section on sheet 125 of 242 of the contract plans and to the Pile Data Table on sheet 117 of 242 of the contract plans. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 05/22/2025
Inquiry #26: Special Provisions Section 14-6.05 (Invasive Species Control) states that this project includes the Upland-Coastal Sage Scrubs sensitive habitat. The section also directs Contractor to implement protection measures (such as cleaning vehicles and equipment) when working in this sensitive habitat area. Please provide the specific locations where this sensitive habitat area occurs within the project limits.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:This special provision is very standard for all Caltrans projects. Invasive species control-protection measures should be applicable in all parts of the project footprint regardless whether it is in a sensitive habitat or not. In response to the environmentally sensitive parts of the project, all parts of the project footprint are considered sensitive since it is within coastal jurisdiction and shall be treated as such.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #27: Special Provisions Section 14-11.08C (Site Investigation) states that for bidding purposes assume that Type Z-3 material exists at the structure excavations, bridge columns, abutments, and roadway excavations for BMPS as shown on the plans. Plan Sheet C-20 appears to be the only sheet that identifies known ADL materials, which is labeled as ADL Type Z-2. Q.1) Please confirm the only location where ADL is to be encountered is at locations shown on C-20. If not, please clarify additional locations. Q.2) Please clarify if ADL on sheet C-20 is Type Z-2 or Type Z-3.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:Location where ADL (Type Z-2) is to be encountered is at locations shown on C-20. There is no Type Z-3.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #28: Special Provisions Section 14-11.11C (Site Investigation) states that for bidding purposes assume that Type Non-ADL Contaminated soils exist at locations as shown on the plans. The plans do not identify any locations where Type Non-ADL Contaminated Soils Exist. Please confirm there is no Type Non-ADL soils on the project. If there is, please clarify where soils are located.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:Type Non-ADL Contaminated soils exist all locations where excavation is to take place except at locations shown on C-20 which is Type Z-2.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #29: Plan Sheet DD-1 shows the typical section of the DPPIA from Sta 1855+00 to 1865+80, which includes 3/4" Shoulder Backing material and geosynthetics. From Stat ~1865+00 to 1865+80 the elevation change is ~22'. Does Caltrans intend to install the 3/4" backing material down the slope from ~1865+40 to 1865+80? Or is another section/detail more appropriate?
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:The DPPIA should be ended before the downslope at Sta about 1865+40.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #30: Plan Sheet Q-2 shows quantities related to Class 3 AB. CL3 qtys for rows 1125+54 to 1132+50, 1145+00 to 1147+80, and 1147+80 to 1150+54 is not in alignment with the Layout sheets and Typical Cross Section Sheets. Please update sheet Q-2 accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:Contractor to bid per plan quantities.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #31: Plan Sheet Q-2 shows quantities related to Lean Concrete Base. LCB qtys for rows 1125+54 to 1132+50, 1145+00 to 1147+80, and 1147+80 to 1150+54 is not in alignment with the Layout sheets and Typical Cross Section Sheets. Please update sheet Q-2 accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:Contractor to bid per plan quantities.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #32: Plan Sheet Q-2 shows quantities related to JPCP. JPCP qtys for rows 1145+00 to 1147+80 is not in alignment with the Layout sheets and Typical Cross Section Sheets. Please update sheet Q-2 accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:Contractor to bid per plan quantities.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #33: Plan Sheet Q-2 shows quantities related to RHMA. RHMA qtys for row 1125+54 to 1132+50 is not in alignment with the Layout sheets and Typical Cross Section Sheets. Please update sheet Q-2 accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 05/20/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/21/2025
Response #2:Contractor to bid per plan quantities.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #34: Plan sheet 5 of 8 of the Ventura Pedestrian Bridge Structure Plans shows the Limits of Excavation and Backfill detail, which includes information on the over-exc. Note A states that the over-exc slope shall not exceed 2:1, whereas the slope information shown on the details shows 1.5:1. Please clarify which slope Contractor shall use.
Inquiry submitted 05/22/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the detail titled Limits of Excavation and Backfill on sheet 184 of 242 of the contract plans. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #35: Plan sheet 5 of 8 of the Ventura Pedestrian Bridge Structure Plans shows the Limits of Excavation and Backfill detail, which includes information on the over-exc. The detail shows the over-exc, with slope, going in the longitudinal direction. If the over-exc also extends in the transverse direction it will impact the structural section, stage 2 ped/bike path detour, and the charter communication line (this would need to be relocated to satisfy over-exc). Please confirm that over-exc only occurs in longitudinal direction.
Inquiry submitted 05/22/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #36: The Ventura Pedestrian Bridge will require shoring to install the footings. Shoring installation will conflict with either the SCE OH line above or the Charter TV and So-Cal Gas line underground. Will Caltrans relocate any utilities in this area to allow for installation of the footings?
Inquiry submitted 05/22/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/23/2025
Inquiry #37: Please confirm that State Beach Access Rd may be temporarily closed on a daily basis during Phase 2 to allow for bridge construction. If so, please provide a closure chart for State Beach Access Rd.
Inquiry submitted 05/27/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/27/2025
Inquiry #38: Drawing Sheet No. 116 provides a quantity of 50 square feet for Prepare and Stain Concrete on the Ventura OH Bridge. On Drawing Sheet No. 143, requires Random Cobblestone Rock Texture to be prepared and stained. Drawing Sheet No. 141 outlines the Random Cobblestone Rock Texture. The square footage is more than the quantity listed of 50 square feet. Please review and advise exactly what is to be prepared and stained for the various areas and the correct quantities.
Inquiry submitted 05/28/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/28/2025
Response #2:Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/02/2025
Inquiry #39: Bid item 105 seems to be mislabeled. Please confirm this bid item is for stainless steel bridge rebar.
Inquiry submitted 05/28/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/28/2025
Response #2:Unless an addendum is issued, please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/02/2025
Inquiry #40: The DPPIA layout and typical section on sheets D-4 and D-5 conflict with the layout, typical section and profile on sheets TH-1 through TH-3. Are we to remove the AC paving and shoring shown on TH-2 and place embankment from bid item 43 in the median area back to original ground before placing the DPPIA?
Inquiry submitted 05/28/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/29/2025
Response #2:Yes, contractor is to remove the AC paving and shoring shown on TH-2 and place embankment from bid item 43 in the median area back to original ground before placing the DPPIA?
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #41: RW Abutment 1L shows that there is excavation on the face of the wall (Sheet 1 of 13, typical section and developed elevation), which would be considered roadway excavation 1' beyond face of wall, per sheet 2 of 13. Typical cross section sheets X-3 and X-4 do not show any excavation on face of wall. The summary of qtys sheets Q-1 or Q-2 do not show any roadway excavation qty associated with RW 1L (STA 1132+68.30 to 1136+48.46). Will face of wall require excavation? Please updates roadway and structures designs to accurately reflect your intended design.
Inquiry submitted 05/29/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 05/30/2025
Response #2:Roadway Excavation is not needed for RW 1L. Bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/04/2025
Inquiry #42: Which stage will the construction of the CB Type 86HB (Mod2) from Sta 1129+80 to 1132+50 be constructed?
Inquiry submitted 06/02/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/02/2025
Response #2:There is no stage for the construction of the CB Type 86B (Mod2), it can be constructed throughout the construction duration but would preferred to be constructed on the schedule with Retaining Wall Abut 1 Rt.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #43: Can you please confirm the seed mix application rate for hydroseeding? Seed provider has advised that the application rates are incorrect for the requested mix.
Inquiry submitted 06/05/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/05/2025
Response #2:Seed application rate has been coordinated and adjusted to meet project requirements. Construct per plans.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #44: Caltrans has stated in previous answers to questions that electronic files showing existing grade contours and alignment, are not available to bidders. Caltrans has in previous bids included this information including in current advertised Contracts, such as Contract #12-0K93U4, which has a bid opening date of 7/3/25 and Contract #05-1H4404, which has a bid opening date of 6/19/25. We ask that Caltrans reconsider this position and provide similar electronic file information as was provided in previous projects.
If Caltrans still believes that Electronic Files are not available to Bidders, we ask that Caltrans provide at the very least contour grading plans showing existing grade and elevations for the new design surface. We understand that this question was previously asked and denied by Caltrans; however, we need this information to properly estimate the work.
Inquiry submitted 06/06/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/06/2025
Inquiry #45: Limits of Excavation and Backfill detail does not show how material above the subexcavation is to be quantified and paid. 1' outside the footing only pertains to structures that do not have subexcavation. The Excavation and Backfill limits must show the entire area that is to be included in a Final Pay quantity when the work is not consistent with the Standard Plan.
Inquiry submitted 06/09/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/09/2025
Inquiry #46: Section 5-1.36C(2) mentions a "table" that is not included. Please provide the table.
Inquiry submitted 06/09/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/09/2025
Response #2:
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #47: Sheets L-2 & L-3 Show typical section #3 for .20' Mill & Overlay on the Beach Access Road. This area does not appear to be included in any of the related Quantiles (AC, Coild Mill, Tack). Are these quantities correct?
Inquiry submitted 06/09/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/09/2025
Response #2:
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #48: Since when is the Contractor responsible for performing the Site Investigation Report (Section 14-11D)?
Inquiry submitted 06/09/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/09/2025
Response #2:
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #49: What color temperature is required for new soffit lighting (E-2)?
Inquiry submitted 06/09/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/10/2025
Response #2:Roadway lighting luminaries should have a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 3,000 kelvins.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #50: Cold Plane and overlay for the State Beach Access road shown on Sheet L-2 and L-3 (Structural Section 3) appear to be missing from the Quantity Sheets. Please update Quantity Sheets accordingly.
Inquiry submitted 06/10/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/10/2025
Response #2:
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #51: Is it Caltrans intent to cap the Roadway from Sta. 1125+80 to 1145+00 with RHMA and tie into Cold Plane and Pave with HMA from Sta. 1145+00 to 1150+54.72?
Inquiry submitted 06/10/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/10/2025
Response #2:On Route 1 Highway, New Structural Section (New Pavement) Sta. 1125+80 to 1145+00. Cold Plane an Overlay from Sta. 1145+00 to 1150+55.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #52: Considering, all the of the large projects bidding this month, we request that the bid opening date for this project be postponed by two weeks to allow bidders ample time to complete and review estimate.
Inquiry submitted 06/10/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/10/2025
Inquiry #53: Sheet 181 out of 242, Ventura Pedestrian Bridge Index to Plans has a note that states, "All Super-structure PC/PS Voided Slabs and Curbs are prefabricated epoxy coated requirement." However, on sheet 236 out of 242, Ventura OH (Replacement) Temp Bike and POC Index to Plans does not have that same note or anywhere else in the Temp Ventura OH pages. Please confirm that the Ventura Pedestrian Bridge shall have the prefab epoxy coated reinforcement and not the Ventura OH (Replacement) Temp Bike and POC.
Inquiry submitted 06/10/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #54: Section 12-3.20C(2)©(iii) States that Type Ktemporary Railing can't be installed on project Advertised after December 31,2026. The Bid Schedule and the plans are calling for "MASH TL-3" Barrier. Why is K-rail not acceptable for this project?
Inquiry submitted 06/10/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #55: If the state intends to issue another addendum and postpone the bid date, please advise herein bidder’s Q&A today, in lieu of Friday or Monday. Thank you.
Inquiry submitted 06/11/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/11/2025
Inquiry #56: Pedestrial Railing post size - 2-1/2" x 2" does not exist, can we use 2-1/2" x 2-1/2".
Inquiry submitted 06/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/12/2025
Inquiry #57: Please confirm if SCRRA rules apply to the erection of the Ventura OH Bridge (Temp Bike and POC) as the bridge is overpassing a Union Pacific Railroad Track.
Inquiry submitted 06/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/12/2025
Inquiry #58: Standard Plan Detail B14-3 is referred to for the Bridge Conduits on Sheet 136. Please confirm that the Conduits will be supported on very tall cradles and not hangers.
Inquiry submitted 06/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:Unless an addendum is issued, please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/16/2025
Inquiry #59: Please confirm that concrete in the Ventura OH (replacement) TEMP Bike and POC structure will not be required to meet the corrosive environment specification added to section 90-1.02H by the Special Provisions
Inquiry submitted 06/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:Unless an addendum is issued, please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/16/2025
Response #3:Please refer to section 90-1.02H in the special provisions for a listing of the structures that will have concrete in a corrosive environment. The Ventura Overhead Temp Bike and POC (Bridge no. 52-TEMP) is not listed here. The concrete for this structure is not required to comply with the specifications in section 90-1.02H for concrete in a corrosive environment. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #60: Please locate the Pipe Handrailing (Item 144) and provide details.
Inquiry submitted 06/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheets 144 and 241 of 242 of the contract plans for locations and details of the pipe handrailing. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #61: Should the jacking for on sheet 240 of 242 for the temporary bike and POC voided slabs be 264 kips?
Inquiry submitted 06/12/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Inquiry #62: The Pile Table on Plan sheet 117 indicates both 5' and 9' Diameter piles. The quantity items for this structure also shows 6', 9.5', and 10' diameter piles, please advise where these piles are located.
Inquiry submitted 06/13/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/13/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the limits of payment for 72” CIDH Concrete Piling and 60”CIDH Concrete piling on sheet 126 of 242 of the contract plans for piling at Abutments 1 and 5. Please refer to the limits of payment for 120” CIDH Concrete Piling and 108” CIDH Concrete Piling on plan sheet 129 of 242 of the contract plans for piling at Bent 2 and on plan sheet 132 of 242 of the contract plans for piling at Bent 4. Please refer to the limits of payment for 114” CIDH Concrete Piling and 108” CIDH Concrete Piling on sheet 131 of 242 of the contract plans for piling at Bent 3. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #63: Substitution of Smooth Wall Steel Casing for CMP at Bents 2 and 4
Bents 2 (Left/Right) and 4 (Left/Right) show corrugated metal pipe (CMP) specified for both the permanent casing and the column isolation casing, as indicated on Bent Detail Plan Sheets 15–21 of 65.
In lieu of CMP, can smooth wall steel casing be utilized for both the permanent and isolation casing — consistent with what is shown and detailed at Bent 3?
Please confirm if this substitution is acceptable.
Inquiry submitted 06/17/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/17/2025
Response #2:Please refer to sheets 129 and 132 of 242 of the contract plans, which show the limits of payment for column isolation casing and permanent CMP casing. Please refer to sheet 134 of 242 of the contract plans for the details of the isolation casing to be used at Bents 2 and 4. Regarding whether smooth wall steel casing can be used for both permanent and isolation casing instead of CMP casing at Bents 2 and 4, please refer to section 4-1.07B, "Value Engineering Change Proposal," of the Standard Specifications. Proposals for modifications to the contract documents may be submitted to the Engineer after contract award. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #64: Bid Item 0083 – Item Code 490620 – 360 LF. Reference Ventura OH (Replacement) drawings Sheets 15/65 to 18/65 – Bent 2, 3 & 4 Details. For the 108” CIDH Piling, is it acceptable to use 3.0 meter OD (9.84’/118”) flush joint casing to pile tip, enlarging the concrete pile diameter from 108” to 118”?
Inquiry submitted 06/18/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/18/2025
Response #2:Please refer to the limits of payment for permanent CMP casing, permanent steel casing, and CIDH concrete pile of various sizes on sheets 129, 131, and 132 of 242 of the contract plans. Regarding any changes to the diameter and type of casing used or the diameter of the CIDH concrete piles, please refer to section 4-1.07B, "Value Engineering Change Proposal," of the Standard Specifications. Proposals for modifications to the contract documents may be submitted to the Engineer after contract award. Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #65: Please provide the Engineers Estimate pricing for each bid item used to come up with the total Engineers Estimate of $42,000,000
Inquiry submitted 06/18/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed. If a response is not received before bid date, bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/18/2025
Response #2:Bid per project documentation.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Inquiry #66: Please confirm the Temporary Access Ramp Profile. From Station 1859+25 to Station 1865+30 (605 LF) the elevation drops 38.75' (72.25'-33.5'). This results in a gradient of -6.405% (-6.15% shown).
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed.
Response posted 06/19/2025
Response #2:The Grade is 6.15% measured from PVI to PVI which is Station 1865+55 to 1859+00. Confirmed. Bid per contract documentation.
Response posted 06/20/2025
Inquiry #67: Is the 1220 LF of Temporary Barrier System quantified for TH-9,TH-10 VEN01_PM21-23 on Sheet 70 for the Temporary Pedestrian Bridge?
Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025
Response #1:Your inquiry is being reviewed.
Response posted 06/19/2025
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.