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K83 106873 1002-001-669, N501, B624 3/17/2017
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Subject: Beam Repairs - Coating Type: Specifications
Question Date: 3/16/2017 4:57:21 PM
On page 160 of the proposal under Bridge General Notes #6; it reference Section 411.05(b)1 and (b) 4. We do not think this is correct; should it be (c) instead of (b); please clarify. With that being said; what is the extent(limits) of coating(painting) required at the repair areas. Is it intended that these areas be cleaned by hand tools or some other method and then painted? What method of cleaning and painting is required? Is it intended to blast clean or hand tool clean and paint only the areas of the repairs? It appears that the coating on the entire bridge is in poor condition; please verify that it the intent is to only paint the repair areas. Does the existing coating on this bridge contain lead or any other hazardous material and how will this be handled?  
Answer   Date: 3/17/2017 3:00:33 PM
Correct, reference Specification Sections should read 411.05(c)1 and 411.05(c)4. Per the Specifications, the limits of the coating shall extend 6” beyond the new steel members into the existing steel members. Also per the Specifications, cleaning and preparation for coating shall be by Method 5 (abrasive blast cleaning. Only the new steel repair areas and any existing steel damaged during repair operations shall be coated. As per Section 411.04(a), waste generated from abrasive blasting shall be tested and disposed of in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations. (Costs shall be included in price bid for Structural Steel as described in Estimated Quantities / Bid Items - Superstructure Notes.)  
 
Subject: Temporary Traffic Control Type: Specifications
Question Date: 3/16/2017 3:27:38 PM
The Temporary Traffic Control Plan outlined on page 155 of the Proposal seems to suggest intermittent closures(detour) of the traffic across the Bridge; even suggesting removal prior to holidays etc. There really does not appear to be any restrictions as it relates to the time or duration of the detour. Please confirm that the Contractor can detour the bridge traffic continuously 24 hours per day for the time it takes to execute the work or duration of the contract and that traffic will not have to restored any time in between. Please advise  
Answer   Date: 3/17/2017 2:24:04 PM
The intent is to close the bridge and detour traffic until the work is complete (prior to the fixed contract completion date).  
 
Subject: Bid Item 080 Utilities Abandon Existing Waterline Type: Specifications
Question Date: 3/16/2017 2:48:30 PM
Please confirm that the only work involved with the above referenced Bid item is to cut back and cap the existing waterline and that no other work is required; please advise.  
Answer   Date: 3/17/2017 2:25:28 PM
Note in the No Plan assembly: NS Abandon Existing Waterline shall include cutting back and capping the abandoned waterline on the west side of the structure at Abutments A and B. Waterline shall clear the new sheet pile walls at both abutments. The item will be paid for at the contract lump sum price.  
 
Subject: Remove Portion of Existing Structure Type: Specifications
Question Date: 3/16/2017 2:46:15 PM
Page 6 of the Proposal under Section 413.03 it indicates that removing and resetting 2 15" pipes and cutting back and capping waterline is included in payment for this item yet there are Bid Items for both of these. Please amend the Special Provision to be consistent with the Schedule of Prices  
Answer   Date: 3/17/2017 2:26:25 PM
The contractor is advised to bid all the items listed in the Schedule of items. The special provision copy note will be amended prior to award.  
 
Subject: Install Erosion Siltation Control Type: Specifications
Question Date: 3/16/2017 2:31:45 PM
The Schedule of Prices have a Bid Item Install of Erosion Control - Lump Sum. There are no details as to what is required; please provide additional details/information so this item can be priced.  
Answer   Date: 3/17/2017 2:57:09 PM
Disturbed earth shall be re-graded and re-seeded to match existing grades per callouts on the Proposed Plan and Section details at Abutments A and B. Erosion and sediment control devices shall be installed to control surface drainage from cuts and fills, borrow and waste disposal areas, and to prevent erosion and sedimentation per information contained in the special provision at the end of the No Plan document (Pages 27 to 30). The Contractor shall determine limits of sediment control as necessary to perform work.  
 
Subject: Structure Excavation Type: Specifications
Question Date: 3/16/2017 2:27:50 PM
On page 6 of the Proposal under Section.04 Measurement and Payment for Structure Excavation it states that Structure Excavation will be paid in cubic yards and will be full compensation for excavation, demolition of existing roadway, removal and disposal of unsuitable or surplus material, placing and compacting backfill with select material, dewatering and placing aggregate and asphalt material for approach roadway. The schedule of prices have Bid Items for the Select Backfill, Asphalt and Porous Backfill which is inconsistent with the Special Provision. Please amend the Special Provision to be consistent with the Schedule of Prices  
Answer   Date: 3/17/2017 3:01:49 PM
The contractor is advised to bid all the items listed in the Schedule of items. The special provision copy note will be amended prior to award.  
 
Subject: Answers to Questions Type: Other
Question Date: 3/15/2017 8:14:45 AM
Please advise of the status of answers to questions that have been previously posted.  
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Subject: Nationwide Permit 13 Type: Permits
Question Date: 3/8/2017 1:31:04 PM
On page 169 of the proposal, note 1 seems to indicate the Nationwide Permit 13 - Bank Stabilization will expire on march 18, 2017. If this is correct, will a new permit be issued?  
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Subject: Utility Conflict Type: Other
Question Date: 3/8/2017 11:37:10 AM
At my site visit, it appeared that the repair work and pile driving at Abutment B will be impeded by the overhead electric lines located close to the bridge. Will those lines be relocated to facilitate the work at Abutment B?  
Answer   Date: 3/15/2017 2:35:58 PM
No. Contractor shall coordinate with utility owners as required to prevent conflicts.  
 
Subject: Conflict with Tree Branches Type: Other
Question Date: 3/8/2017 11:33:01 AM
At my site visit, I noticed at the west side of Abutment B, the branches from the exisitng tree overhang the proposed alignment of the new sheetpile wall. Also, some of the branches may interfere with the crane boom. Will we be able to trim the branches or remove the tree?  
Answer   Date: 3/15/2017 2:36:31 PM
Yes, in accordance with Section 301 of the Specifications.  
 

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