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Viewing inquiries for 04-0A1854
Submit new inquiry for this projectInquiry #1: Can you please post cross-sections for this project?
Inquiry submitted 11/07/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 11/08/2012
Response #2:You can download the cross sections below:
www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/construction/contracts/04-0A1854/XSections.zip (zipped pdf file, 30 MB)
Response posted 11/15/2012
Inquiry #2: The project "Amendments to Standard Specifications" added section 6-1.085 Buy America. I do not see a Federal aid number within the specifications.
Please confirm that this project is NOT subject to the "Buy America" material requirement for steel products.
Inquiry submitted 11/09/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 11/14/2012
Response #2:This project is NOT subject to the "Buy America" material requirement for steel products.
Response posted 11/20/2012
Inquiry #3: Section 10-1.20 lists contract no.s 04-264084 and 04-2640C4 as projects anticipated to be in progress during this project. These projects are not listed in any Caltrans data base that we can locate. Where can the plans/bid items be found so we can gauge the scope of cooperation required?
Inquiry submitted 11/12/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 11/13/2012
Response #2:Projects 264084 and 2640C4 were combined to create 2640U4. An addendum has been requested to change the Specifications. Plans and specs for 2640U4 can be found at the link below:
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/oe/project_ads_addenda/04/04-2640U4/
Response posted 11/13/2012
Response #3:They are the advertised MSN B2 and C3 project, with revised EA numbers and limits. 04-264084 is now contract number 04-2640U4, 04-Son-101-0.9/3.6 “In and Near Petaluma, From Gunn Drive to Route 101/116 Separation and Overhead”. See link below to see the plans and specs.
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/oe/project_ads_addenda/04/04-2640U4/
04-2640C4 is now contract number 04-2640K4, 04-Son-101-3.4/4.1 “In and Near Petaluma, From 0.1 Mile North of Petaluma River Bridge to 0.2 Mile North of Caulfield Lane Overcrossing”. See link below to see the plans and specs.
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/oe/project_ads_addenda/04/04-2640K4/
Response posted 11/20/2012
Inquiry #4: Layout sheets L1 and L2 have existing ground data. Layout sheets L3, L4, L5, and L6 is missing this information. The contour grading sheets have the design data yet no existing topo. Please submit plans with existing data.
Inquiry submitted 11/28/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 11/29/2012
Response #2:See Addendum 1 for revised sheets.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #5: The bid book we received does not have columns for unit price or item total on pages 3 and 4. Can we get new sheets with the columns for pricing on them?
Thanks.
Inquiry submitted 11/30/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/03/2012
Response #2:See Addendum 1.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #6: With the nesting bird deadline 2/13 will all the trees be scheduled for removal prior to this deadline like other cal trans projects??
Inquiry submitted 12/03/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/04/2012
Response #2:Bid per plans, specs, and permit conditions.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #7: In reference to bid item 58 Relocate Fire Hydrant, I cannot locate this work on any layouts. I do see a detail for this work but the layout would be required to see if the fire hydrant is staying along the same station of the water main and just getting moved back, therefore not requiring a new tap and tee valve. Or if it is being moved upstream or downstream on the watermain which would require capping the old tee, installation of new tapping sleeve, new valves and so forth. Please provide a layout of the fire hydrant relocations.
Inquiry submitted 12/05/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/05/2012
Response #2:The locations of the fire hydrant relocations are shown on U-5 and U-6 (Sheets 124 and 125).
Response posted 01/03/2013
Inquiry #8: Sheet No. 61 shows the detail for the Temporary Diversion System. Where can we find the location of this system on the plans?
Inquiry submitted 12/10/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/10/2012
Response #2:The temporary diversion details are general water diversion details to be used as needed for the existing drainage culverts (box culverts).
Response posted 01/03/2013
Inquiry #9: RE Bid items 100-106 MSE Embankments and SP Sxs 10-1.43 (ERS) & 10.73 (franctured rib tetxture): It is requested that the specification be opened up to allow segmental retaining walls (non panel systems) by inclusion of at least the Landmark System with and offset split texture to be used on project. The system is a caltrans pre-approved alternative earth retaining system with a vertical or 4 degree face batter. However, the fractured rib finish must be waived in lieu of the split face texture.
Inquiry submitted 12/10/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 01/04/2013
Response #2:Please bid per the current contract bid documents.
Response posted 01/08/2013
Inquiry #10: The "Structural Section Quantities" table on Plan Sheet Q-1 contains the asphalt quantity for the temporary pavement section but does not contain the ASB or AB quantities. Can the State revise this table so that ASB and AB quantities for temporary pavement are included?
Inquiry submitted 12/10/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/10/2012
Response #2:See Addendum 1 for revised table.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #11: The L's do not show the limits of the structural sections. This makes it very difficult to verify quantities. Please add this information.
Inquiry submitted 12/11/2012
Response #1:The pavement structural section information and limits are shown on the typical sections sheets.
Response posted 12/14/2012
Inquiry #12: Bid Items #1-40 in the Bid Book do not contain areas for filling in the unit prices and the item totals. Can the State revise the Bid Book to add these columns?
Inquiry submitted 12/12/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/12/2012
Response #2:See Addendum 1 for revised sheets.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #13: We are receiving requests from subcontractors and vendors, including DVBE participants, to secure a 2 week bid date postponement on their behalf. We request a 2 week bid date extension. It is in Caltrans' best interest to issue an Addendum to grant this extension.
Inquiry submitted 12/12/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/13/2012
Response #2:There will be no bid delay at this time.
Response posted 01/04/2013
Inquiry #14: 1) The "L" drawings do not show the limits of the pavement structural sections. This makes it very difficult to verify quantities. Please revise the L's.
2) Please consider postponing the bid date so we have sufficient time to bid.
Inquiry submitted 12/13/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/14/2012
Response #2:1) See response to Bidder Inquiry # 10, above.
2) There will be no bid delay at this time.
Response posted 12/14/2012
Inquiry #15: Section 2-1.05 SSPC QP Certification Preaward Qualification states to "Submit proof of each required SSPC QP certification with your bid or fax it no later than 4:00 pm on the 2nd business day after bid opening." Will these certificates be required for this specific project and if so, which bid items do they pertain to?
Inquiry submitted 12/19/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/20/2012
Response #2:The certification is required for painting the Ornamental Logo.
Response posted 01/04/2013
Inquiry #16: Can Caltrans put as-builts of the existing bridge on line for download?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:See Section 2-1.03B Supplemental Project Information, AMENDMENTS TO THE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS DATED MAY 2006 IN THE Special Provisions:
"If bridge as-built drawings are available:
1. For a project in District 1 through 6 or 10, you may request them from the Office of Structure Maintenance and Investigations, fax (916) 227-8357.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Inquiry #17: Section 10-2.05, page 260, (Bid Item 88) Water Meter states “The City of Petaluma Water Department has established a fee of $20,300 for furnishing & installing a 1” water meter.” Please provide us with the exact scope of work. Will the City make the point of connection & install the meter box, fittings and water meter? Will the contractor be required to provide any support to The City for their work?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:The City will furnish the water meter and make the connection to the existing water main. The Contractor will need to install the meter box and associated piping and appurtenances complete with backflow device. The contractor will need to restore the excavated areas.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #18: With only approximate lengths given for the temp retaining walls and the bid item measured with a square foot unit, 1) can Caltrans provide profiles of the temporary retaining walls to verify quantities?
2)Can Caltrans provide approximate beginning and end points for the temporary retaining walls?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:1) Temporary pavement elevations are shown on the SCD-sheets. Temporary wall profiles can be estimated from proposed temporary pavement elevations or proposed PG from the project plans.
2) The temporary wall limits can be approximated from the temporary pavement elevations shown on the SCD-sheets and project plans
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #19: Page SC-21 shows two temp retaining walls. The temp retaining wall that is ~850’ in length is shown in the same location as Retaining Wall No. 6. Is the intent to have a retaining wall and temp retaining wall at the same location or is the temp retaining wall supposed to be at another location.
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:No, not at the same location. The temporary retaining wall should be on the inside of the construction area between the temporary traffic lanes and Stage 2A construction area. See Section “S-S” on SCD-4.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Response #3:No. The temp retaining wall should be on the inside of the construction area between temp traffic lanes and Stage 2A construction area. See Section "S-S" on SCD-4.
Response posted 01/04/2013
Inquiry #20: On page X-1, existing sections "A", “B” and “C” have a 0.30' SM, 0.50’ SM, and a 0.50' SM section. What does “SM” stand for?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:'SM' stands for selected material. It is taken from old asbuilts. Specs for SM is not available.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Inquiry #21: On pages 114 and 115 of the specifications, section 10-1.20 “Cooperation”, states the contract numbers that may impact this project. Given that this project is “A+B”, what are the durations of those impacts?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 01/04/2013
Response #2:For each project, specific information can be obtained from the documents at:
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/oe/project_ads_addenda/04/
Actual project durations may vary from the contract documents depending on actual project construction conditions.
Response posted 01/08/2013
Inquiry #22: Are cross-sections available for the temporary paving areas by stage?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:No. Typical cross sections are shown on the SCD-sheets.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #23: Which stage will drainage system 3 be performed in? None of the stages or traffic handling areas covers this system.
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:This work can be constructed during Stage 4.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #24: The majority of retaining wall 2 is to be built in Stage 1 per sheet SC-1. The remaining portion of retaining wall 2 is done in Stage 2 per sheet SC-11. Will a settlement period of 30 days be required for retaining wall 2 in Stage 1 and Stage 2 or just Stage 1?
Inquiry submitted 12/20/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:Settlement period is required for both Stages 1 and 2.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #25: Confirming that you "do not" want W20-1 (Road Work Ahead) or G20-2 (End Road Work) constructin area signs on this project. There are none showing on the plans. Thank You.
Inquiry submitted 12/21/2012
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 12/21/2012
Response #2:Bid per plans and specs.
Response posted 12/31/2012
Inquiry #26: Please refer to the requirements for Settlement Monitoring on page 163 of the special provisions. Where are the settlement device locations shown on the plans?
Inquiry submitted 01/02/2013
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 01/03/2013
Response #2:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 01/03/2013
Response #3:The settlement monitoring locations are shown on Sheet C-26 (Sheet 53).
Response posted 01/04/2013
Inquiry #27: MSE Plus is a Caltrans pre-approved system for Earth Retaining Structures. Please add the MSE Plus system to the list of acceptable systems for this project.
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/approved_products_list/pdf/earth_retaining_syst.pdf
Inquiry submitted 01/02/2013
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 01/04/2013
Response #2:The information about the prequalification requirements for additional earth retaining systems is provided in Section 10-1.43 "Earth Retaining Structures" of the Special Provisions.
Response posted 01/07/2013
Inquiry #28: How is the removal of the existing concrete barrier at bend 2 paid?
Inquiry submitted 01/07/2013
Response #1:Submitted for consideration.
Response posted 01/07/2013
Response #2:Bid per plans and specs.
Response posted 01/08/2013
The information provided in the responses to bidder inquiries is not a waiver of Section 2-1.03, “Examination of Plans, Specifications, Contract, and Site of Work,” 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.