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Inquiry #1: Some of the pages on the layout sheets (page 12/601 in this case) display contradicting call outs. Just south of station 224 up to station 228+50, we can see multiple call outs referencing the same locations. Can you please revisit the plans and provide revised sheets.
Inquiry submitted 07/17/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 07/22/2025

Inquiry #2: Can the Tensar ARES system from the Caltrans Pre-approved Alternative Earth Retaining Systems list be considered and added to the Section 47-6.01A table? Also, would the Tensar Mesa system be considered? It also meets the required Ashlar Stone texture.
Inquiry submitted 07/21/2025

Response #1:Bid as is
Response posted 07/22/2025

Inquiry #3: Due to another district project bidding near this time, we respectfully request a two week postponement to the bid opening so that we can prepare a competitive bid.
Inquiry submitted 07/28/2025

Response #1:Bid as is
Response posted 07/28/2025

Inquiry #4: Please provide the physical address you would like the Good Faith Effort Documents mailed to after bid opening.
Inquiry submitted 07/28/2025

Response #1:Per the electronic bidding guide, all post bid documents must be submitted by mail to:

MS43
Office Engineer
Department of Transportation
1727 30th Street
Sacramento CA, 95816-7005

Response posted 07/29/2025

Inquiry #5: Concrete Barrier Transitions are called out per Layout plans; however, no Bid Item reflects these transitions. Please provide clarification regarding under what Bid Item payment for these Transitions will be placed.
Inquiry submitted 07/29/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 07/31/2025

Inquiry #6: Retaining Wall No. 232 General Plans show Concrete Barrier Type 60MS transitioning into Concrete Barrier Type 836 along top of Retaining Wall; this conflicts with Roadway Plans calling out Concrete Barrier Type 836B transitioning into Retaining Wall. Please provide clarification on which plan sheet is correct.
Inquiry submitted 07/29/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 07/30/2025

Inquiry #7: The plans show wire, but no bid item is listed. Please clarify if this will be paid under another item or if a new item will be added.
Inquiry submitted 07/30/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 07/30/2025

Inquiry #8: Per the Construction Details, the Cross Gutter and Spandrels do not reference the thickness of the concrete or of any structural section underneath. Please provide clarification.
Inquiry submitted 07/31/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 07/31/2025

Inquiry #9: The cross gutter and spandrel shown on the Layout Plans and Construction Details are not reflected in the Summary of Quantities (Sheet Q-2). Please provide clarification on which Bid Item would cover the Cross Gutter and Spandrels.
Inquiry submitted 07/31/2025

Response #1:Bid as is. Please refer to Bid Item 0183 – MINOR CONCRETE (MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION) and Sheet Q-2
Response posted 07/31/2025

Inquiry #10: Remove AC Pavement bid item (104) quantities appear to be off. When using pavement section depths called out on sheets X1- X8 to their applicable areas there are large discrepancies. For example, A-Line from station 247+34.16 - 253+68.25 calls out 867 CY of AC Pavement Removal which would be a 1.55' AC section as a opposed to the section called out G (0.15' - 0.20' RHMA & 0.20' HMA). All base within sections assumed to be included within Road Excavation quantities, bid item 46. Please provide clarification on pavement sections.
Inquiry submitted 07/31/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 08/04/2025

Inquiry #11: On Construction Sheet Detail C-16, please verify and correct the grade discrepancy involving the flowline and top of curb. Per Station OW-1 +08.99 (Offset 62.13 Rt) TC is indicated lower than FL. Please clarify.
Inquiry submitted 07/31/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 08/04/2025

Inquiry #12: Sheet SCD-5 Section O-O shows construction of a Retaining Wall between the NB Orangewood existing off-ramp and new loop on-ramp. This does not align with the layout sheet and typical cross-section sheets. Please advise on which sheets are correct.
Inquiry submitted 07/31/2025

Response #1:Addendum will be issued
Response posted 08/04/2025

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.