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Inquiry #1: Please confirm if the intent of BI 51 Joint Seal (Silicone) is for transverse joints in the concrete pavement.

Inquiry submitted 04/10/2024

Response #1:No, the joint seal is for the longitudinal joints (not transverse).
Response posted 04/11/2024

Inquiry #2: Please provide construction detail sheets for pavement transition located at approximate sta. 606+27 to sta. 608+38.

Inquiry submitted 04/10/2024

Response #1:This pavement transition is strictly to detail the taper for the ETW. Both begin and end pavement transition points have offsets and stations listed. Therefore, there is no need for a construction detail sheet.
Response posted 04/11/2024

Inquiry #3: How many working days is the plant establishment period?
Inquiry submitted 04/15/2024

Response #1:An addendum will be issued to specify this matter.
Response posted 04/18/2024

Inquiry #4: Please Provide digital file or pdf file that shows Existing TOPO of project to reference for Roadway Excavation & Structural Excavation.

Inquiry submitted 04/23/2024

Response #1:The requested electronic files will be included in an addendum.
Response posted 04/30/2024

Inquiry #5: Could you please clarify which quantity to use for bid item 15 - Temp Radar Speed Feedback Sign System? The greensheet indicates 1 EA, while sheet THQ-1 shows 2 EA. Please advise which quantity should be considered for this bid item.
Inquiry submitted 04/24/2024

Response #1:The correct quantity is on the bid item list. An addendum will be issued to correct THQ-1.
Response posted 04/29/2024

Inquiry #6: Please reference the Special Provisions Section 5-1.13B(2)(a). Fourth paragraph states "For DBE committed work, the Department only pays for work performed or supplied by the listed DBE...". Please confirm 1) that "supplied" includes the DBE itself subcontracting with and managing any lower tier subcontractors that the DBE determines to subcontract to, whether or not they are a DBE, and 2) that the Department will count as DBE credit and pay for all such work supplied by the committed DBE.
Inquiry submitted 04/24/2024

Response #1:Please refer to 49 CFR 26 as stated in the special provisions.
Response posted 04/25/2024

Inquiry #7: For the Bid Form "In Use Off Road Diesel Fueled Vehicle List", is the Contractor required to list only first tier subcontractors or are we to include second-tier subcontractors as well? Please advise.
Inquiry submitted 04/24/2024

Response #1:Please refer to 13 CCR § 2449 as stated in the special provisions.
Response posted 04/25/2024

Inquiry #8: Please provide the Department's project specific disparity study metrics for which the DBE goal for this project was established.
Inquiry submitted 05/02/2024

Response #1:Information about the Department's DBE Program and Disparity Study can be found at the links below:
https://dot.ca.gov/programs/civil-rights/dbe/dbe-federal-program-resources
https://dot.ca.gov/programs/civil-rights/disparity-study

Response posted 05/02/2024

Inquiry #9: Please provide utility information to the existing storm drain pipe running adjacent to the existing soundwall at the top of the slope (as shown on sheets D-1 & D-2)?
Inquiry submitted 05/02/2024

Response #1:As-Built drawings are available for viewing at the District Office.
Response posted 05/02/2024

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.