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D28 109537 6015-073-616, C501 10/16/2020
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Subject: Quantities pertaining to all permanent sign work Type: Proposal
Question Date: 10/16/2020 8:59:01 AM
The quantities related to permanent sign work in the proposal do not appear to match the plans. Specifically, items 0950, 0960, 0970, 0980, 0990, 1000, 1010, 1020, 1030, 1040, 1050, 1060. Will this be corrected?  
Answer   Date: 10/16/2020 11:37:51 PM
The Department has reviewed quantities in the Schedule of Items and the Pavement Marking & Signing Summary for both projects. All quantities match in the latest plans and bid proposal.  
 
Subject: Full Depth Pavement Reconstruction Type: Plan
Question Date: 10/15/2020 4:40:59 PM
The contractor is instructed to reconstruct full depth pavement in all new roadway areas prior to shifting to Phase 3 Traffic. This is mentioned to be constructed under a flagging operation. If the contractor elects to reconstruct pavement full depth 1 lane at a time in order to reopen to traffic, they will be required to match/tie into the existing grade, which most likely will be performed with a tie in in to existing with base asphalt. Will the extra base and milling to create the proper typical sections for intermediate and surface be paid for at contract unit prices?  
Answer   Date: 10/16/2020 11:36:40 PM
The Department does not anticipate the need for additional base mix to construct the typical as shown in the plans. The contractor may submit an alternate sequence of construction for review by the Department in which additional quantities may be considered.  
 
Subject: Phase 1 MOT Type: Plan
Question Date: 10/15/2020 4:34:54 PM
Is the intent of step 3, Phase 1 Mot, to widen the east side of route 15 with temp asphalt as indicated on in grading summary on sheet 2(F)? If so, what typical section should be used?  
Answer   Date: 10/16/2020 11:36:05 PM
Refer to sheet 2A (2) for the typical section for Maintenance of Traffic Temporary Pavement Widening.  
 
Subject: Night Work Type: Other
Question Date: 10/15/2020 10:59:14 AM
Is night work allowed on UPC 109535 and 109537?  
Answer   Date: 10/16/2020 11:37:20 PM
Based on TMP plan sheets #1F (1) for each plan set, there are no lane closure restrictions for this project. However, the Special Details shown in both TMP’s state that “no lane closures shall be allowed the Friday prior to graduation thru the Monday after graduation” with regard to the 2021 graduation at Hampden-Sydney College; this limitation would preclude night-time as well as daytime operations. All requirements for night-time lane closures should be followed as outlined in the 2011 edition of the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual (Rev. 2; September 1, 2019) as well as the adherence to all local noise ordinances.  
 
Subject: Crusher Run Aggregate Tonnage for Turn Lanes Type: Bid Sheet
Question Date: 10/15/2020 10:45:03 AM
Please confirm the tonnage for crusher run aggregate, Bid Item 560, should 103 tons for the turn lane, 368 tons for the roundabout, and 471 tons total.  
Answer   Date: 10/16/2020 11:35:27 PM
The Department has reviewed quantities in the Schedule of Items for crusher run aggregate. All quantities shown on sheet (i) match in the latest plans and bid proposal.  
 
Subject: Type: Bid Sheet
Question Date: 10/12/2020 10:24:19 AM
Quantities on the "Schedule of Items" and on Grading and Excavation Summary do not match for items 0330, 0340, 0360,0370,0030 and 0040. Why?  
Answer   Date: 10/14/2020 9:16:45 AM
The Department has reviewed quantities in the Schedule of Items and the Grading and Excavation Summary. All quantities match in the latest plans and bid proposal.  
 
Subject: Existing Items - Demolition Type: Proposal
Question Date: 10/5/2020 12:56:11 PM
Are the demolition of existing storm pipes and concrete items to be included for payment with Regular Excavation?  
Answer   Date: 10/7/2020 3:41:52 PM
The removal and disposal of all existing concrete items including but not limited to existing storm pipes are to be included in the price bid for Regular Excavation.  
 
Subject: Roundabout - Pavement Restoration Type: Proposal
Question Date: 10/5/2020 12:54:50 PM
At least a portion of the pipe runs from Str 3-10 to 3-11 and from Str 3-36 to 3-37 will have to be installed during Phase 3, after permanent base and intermediate asphalt has been placed. Will the restoration of the pavement be paid utilizing bid items? Or is the pavement restoration to be included in the price of the pipe?  
Answer   Date: 10/7/2020 3:44:36 PM
Str. 3-10 to 3-11 and Str. 3-36 to 3-37 may be constructed under Phase 2 however these pipe runs would have to be plugged until Phase 3 and made operational under Phase 3 when the Storm water management facilities are functional. Any restoration required shall be included in the price bid for the pipe in accordance with Section 302 of the Specifications.  
 
Subject: Drainage Structures - Roundabout Str 3-09 to 3-10 Type: Plan
Question Date: 10/5/2020 12:53:32 PM
Str 3-09 and 3-10 are shown to be installed during Phase 2. Str 3-11 can not be installed until Phase 3. What is the plan for handling the flow until the run can be completed?  
Answer   Date: 10/7/2020 3:45:59 PM
Str. 3-09 to Str. 3-10 may be installed during Phase 2 however drainage will need to bypass these structures until Phase 3 and made operational under Phase 3 when the Storm water management facilities are functional. The runoff may be diverted to the existing drainage ditch on the east side of Route 15. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining positive drainage during construction.  
 
Subject: Drainage Structures - Roundabout Str 3-35 to 3-36 Type: Plan
Question Date: 10/5/2020 12:52:55 PM
Str 3-35 and 3-36 are shown to be installed during Phase 2. Str 3-37 can not be installed until Phase 3. What is the plan for handling the flow until the run can be completed?  
Answer   Date: 10/7/2020 3:46:33 PM
Str. 3-35 to Str. 3-36 may be installed during Phase 2 however drainage will need to bypass these structures until Phase 3 and made operational under Phase 3 when the Storm water management facilities are functional. The runoff may be diverted to the existing drainage ditch on the west side of Route 15. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining positive drainage during construction.  
 

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