City of Woodstock Sealed Solicitation

Title: RFP 2023 - 14 - Noonday Creek Trail Extension

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM   (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Status: In Review

Solicitation Number: 2023 - 14

Description: The work to be done consists of the furnishing of all materials, labor, and equipment for the complete construction of the Noonday Creek Trail Extension from SR 92 to Noonday Creek Park, hereinafter referred to as the “PROJECT”, including, but not limited to, erosion control, maintenance of traffic, paving, grading, excavation, subgrade preparation, drainage construction, wall construction, concrete surface course, sidewalks, signs, pavement marking, and grassing at locations indicated in the plan set. The contract timeframe is 545 calendar days.


Pre-Bid Meeting Date: 3/28/2023 10:00 AM


Documents:

Documents as of 3/9/2023
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PLANHOLDERS:

Date Company Name
3/9/2023 11:14:09 AM Hi Tech Utility Construction Inc.
3/9/2023 11:24:58 AM C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc.
3/9/2023 11:47:46 AM PWXPress
3/9/2023 12:03:41 PM Precision 2000, inc.
3/9/2023 2:34:07 PM Excellere Construction LLC
3/9/2023 3:42:02 PM Sol Construction LLC
3/9/2023 3:45:47 PM Professionally Engineered Structures & Associates, LLC
3/9/2023 5:41:11 PM Woodwind Construction Company, Inc.
3/10/2023 5:01:49 AM Dodge Data & Analytics
3/10/2023 7:46:27 AM Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc.
3/10/2023 9:13:08 AM BCC Engineering, LLC d/b/a Heath & Lineback
3/10/2023 10:15:59 AM FS Scarbrough LLC
3/10/2023 12:11:23 PM Proshot Concrete, Inc.
3/12/2023 3:13:37 PM BackBone Infrastructure, LLC
3/13/2023 9:36:43 AM Batson Cook Construction
3/14/2023 10:44:05 AM HGS, LLC
3/15/2023 9:00:33 AM Magnum Contracting LLC
3/15/2023 1:20:28 PM Astra Group Inc.
3/15/2023 3:37:17 PM Lagniappe Development Co.
3/20/2023 2:24:50 PM C & S Contracting Co LLC
3/21/2023 9:08:57 AM Gunnin Land Surveying, LLC
3/21/2023 5:09:55 PM Thomas Turnkey LLC
3/22/2023 2:07:48 PM Steele & Associates Inc.
3/24/2023 2:36:15 PM Mariani Enterprises, LLC dba Ed Castro Landscape
3/27/2023 4:10:50 PM Gracie Gray Contractors
3/28/2023 9:30:37 AM Atwell Group
3/31/2023 11:03:18 AM Wilson Construction Management
3/31/2023 11:21:00 AM Diversified Construction of Georgia, Inc.
4/3/2023 5:44:03 PM Md residential llc
4/4/2023 8:00:32 AM Complete Site llc
4/4/2023 10:21:25 AM V Engineering and Construction Inc.
4/4/2023 2:52:02 PM CMES,INC
4/5/2023 9:28:06 AM Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP
4/6/2023 5:03:07 PM CMC, Inc.
4/6/2023 6:43:42 PM 2Rivers Contracting
4/7/2023 4:06:24 AM AG Ltd
4/7/2023 5:08:53 AM Dodge Data
4/7/2023 8:26:20 AM Astra Group, LLC
4/7/2023 8:29:08 AM TriScapes
4/7/2023 12:26:17 PM Surfaces Group, LLC.
4/11/2023 10:03:39 AM Knight Sign Industries
4/13/2023 11:09:43 AM Riverside Traffic Solutions, LLC.
4/17/2023 9:49:27 AM Tri Scapes, LLC
4/18/2023 8:44:08 AM Gosalia Concrete Constructors, Inc.
4/18/2023 9:27:05 AM DAF Concrete, Inc.
4/18/2023 9:49:10 AM Surfaces Group
4/18/2023 9:59:27 AM Baldwin Paving Company, Inc.
4/18/2023 10:02:15 AM Astra Group, LLC
4/18/2023 10:04:43 AM IP CONSTRUCTION, LLC
4/18/2023 12:23:07 PM J.G. Leone Enterprises, Inc
4/18/2023 12:25:59 PM Ohmshiv constructions LLC
4/18/2023 2:14:23 PM Hasbun Construction
4/18/2023 5:39:54 PM R&B Developer, Inc
4/19/2023 1:48:55 PM City of Powder Springs
4/20/2023 6:45:55 AM Lewallen Construction
4/20/2023 12:03:31 PM Integrated Construction and Nobility, Inc.
4/24/2023 9:04:02 PM Williams Contracting Company, LLC
5/3/2023 2:48:58 AM Dodge Data & Analytics
5/9/2023 11:10:33 AM Curb Tech Inc.
5/9/2023 1:22:18 PM ConstructConnect
10/12/2023 6:11:01 PM Summit Construction & Development LLC
Addition 1

Posted: 4/3/2023

Type of Addition: Addendum 1 - SP 107 Environmental Projection Bid Update

Overview: We are not in an environmental delay due to the original special provision inside of the bid for bat migration and habitat. This is the new addendum for special provision 107. 

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Addition 2

Posted: 4/3/2023

Type of Addition: Addendum 2 - Pre Bid Meeting Sign In - Q/A - Geotechnical Report - Blasting Info

Overview: Please find the answers to questions from the pre-bid. There are still some submitted questions to be answered by Thursday's question deadline. Also attached to this addendum is the pre-bid sign in sheet along with the requested Geo Technical Report. Lastly, there is additional blasting information provided. 

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Addition 3

Posted: 4/6/2023

Type of Addition: Addendum 3 - Questions

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Addition 4

Posted: 4/18/2023

Type of Addition: Bid Opening Zoom Link

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Addition 5

Posted: 4/18/2023

Type of Addition: In Review - Bid Tabulation as Read

Documents:

Question 1

Posted: 3/10/2023

Question: I do not see locations for the construction exits on the erosion control plans

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 2

Posted: 3/15/2023

Question: If the prime contractor is DBE can the self perform work be counted towards the required DBE percentage?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 3

Posted: 3/15/2023

Question: Can the CAD/ dwg file be made available? Can a Grading plan be made available?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 4

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Can you provide the Geotech report?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 5

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Will we be able to access the project from the WWTP property?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 6

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Special Provision 107 prohibits clearing of a significant portion of the project until October. Did Woodstock account for that in their duration calculation?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 7

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: At ~Sta 89 there is a water line marker but no line is shown in the plans. Can you provide information on location, size, depth, etc?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 8

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: There is an access road in the power line easement. Can we use this to access the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 9

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Blasting is mentioned in under Section 210. Has this been approved by the WWTP and do they have an evaluation concerning their infrastructure? Can we get a layout of where there infrastructure is?

Response: “The Contractor shall coordinate with the facility’s superintendent prior to blasting to confirm the locations of the facility’s infrastructure above or below ground near the site. If any structure is within a 400-ft radius of the blasting site, the Contractor shall procure an independent, qualified blasting consultant to monitor the blasting and to inspect the pre-blast and post-blast conditions of the affected infrastructure within the blasting radius.”

Question 10

Posted: 3/27/2023

Question: Between Sta 10+80 and Sta 11+63 on the north side of Shallowford between the old curb and new curb that needs new asphalt paving, separate from the mill and fill, but I don't see a spec or typical section for it.

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 11

Posted: 3/27/2023

Question: Is Line Item 415 ELECTRICAL COMMUNICATION BOX, SPECIAL meant for the Emergency Blue Light Tower at Sta 60+50

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 12

Posted: 3/27/2023

Question: Sheet 13-0001 has islands in Shallowford Drive that show type 2 6" header curb but the typical section on sheet 05-0001 calls out type 7 curb and gutter. Please clarify

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 13

Posted: 3/28/2023

Question: We get the CAD files for grading takeoff

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 14

Posted: 3/30/2023

Question: Where are the case 2 sprinklers referenced on page 67 of the RFP located?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 15

Posted: 3/30/2023

Question: LOD is not clearly defined but based on the silt fence line on the initial erosion control plans the chain link fence on sheets 13-0002 through 13-0006 will be outside clearing limits. Is the fence to meander to dodge trees for install? This would also mean we are not clearing all easement. Please verify that as well.

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 16

Posted: 3/30/2023

Question: What type of concrete is to be used for the trail and median?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 17

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 1. Can Pre-cast Box Culverts be used instead of cast in place on the project? 2. According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Will that Rock be allowed to be reused on project site or will the General Contractor have to haul it offsite? 3. According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Can this be set up as a separate line item for the project? 4. The Notice to Contractors specifies that the successful bidder shall secure and pay for necessary approvals, permits, assessments, and charges required for the construction and installation of this project as required by local, state, and federal regulations. Based on this information, should we anticipate any special EPD or EPA requirements and permitting? 5. Considering the proximity to the existing water treatment plant from the project, will blasting be permitted on the project? 6. Will the contractor be permitted to use water treatment plant for access during the construction phase, if not can the engineer specify what are allowable access to the site?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 18

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 1. Can Pre-cast Box Culverts be used instead of cast in place on the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 19

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 2. According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Will that Rock be allowed to be reused on project site or will the General Contractor have to haul it offsite?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 20

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Can this be set up as a separate line item for the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 21

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: The Notice to Contractors specifies that the successful bidder shall secure and pay for necessary approvals, permits, assessments, and charges required for the construction and installation of this project as required by local, state, and federal regulations. Based on this information, should we anticipate any special EPD or EPA requirements and permitting?

Response: No. This response will be included in addendum 3 as well.

Question 22

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Considering the proximity to the existing water treatment plant from the project, will blasting be permitted on the project?

Response: “The Contractor shall coordinate with the facility’s superintendent prior to blasting to confirm the locations of the facility’s infrastructure above or below ground near the site. If any structure is within a 400-ft radius of the blasting site, the Contractor shall procure an independent, qualified blasting consultant to monitor the blasting and to inspect the pre-blast and post-blast conditions of the affected infrastructure within the blasting radius.”

Question 23

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Will the contractor be permitted to use water treatment plant for access during the construction phase, if not can the engineer specify what are allowable access to the site?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Question 24

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Will access drive just East of the 92 Bridge on the south side of the road be permitted for use, for construction activities if maintained by the Contractor? 

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 25

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Will the owner consider carrying an allowance item for removal and replacement of in progress construction that may be damaged during flood events? 

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 26

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 1) Can you please forward the Geotechnical Report for the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 27

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 2) Is item 0465 “Excavation below grade and crushed stone refill” to be used to pay for the undercutting and 3 feet of crushed stone shown in several of the cross sections, for instance cross section 49+00?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 28

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 3) What is pay item 0415 “Electrical communication box, special” for? Is this item for the “Emergency Blue Light Tower”? If not please provide and item for the “Emergency Blue Light Tower”.

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 29

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 4) It appears the project will generate surplus fill at the proposed grades shown on the plan cross sections. Can the grades along the flatter sections of the trail where it runs along noonday creek be raised to attempt to balance the site, or utilize some of the excess fill? Can grades be adjusted to reduce surplus fill?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 30

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 5) Please confirm blasting of rock is permitted.

Response: “The Contractor shall coordinate with the facility’s superintendent prior to blasting to confirm the locations of the facility’s infrastructure above or below ground near the site. If any structure is within a 400-ft radius of the blasting site, the Contractor shall procure an independent, qualified blasting consultant to monitor the blasting and to inspect the pre-blast and post-blast conditions of the affected infrastructure within the blasting radius.”

Question 31

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 6) Will you please include a unit price item for rock excavation, so this work does not need to be included in grading complete?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 32

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 7) Can you please provide a detail or acceptable manufacturer for the rectangular rapid beacon and solar powered flashing pedestrian signal?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 33

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Can you provide color pictures of the rock cores taken by the geotechnical consultant?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Question 34

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Can we access the site to perform our own subsurface investigation prior to the bid?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Type of Addition: Addendum 1 - SP 107 Environmental Projection Bid Update

Overview: We are not in an environmental delay due to the original special provision inside of the bid for bat migration and habitat. This is the new addendum for special provision 107. 

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Posted: 4/3/2023

Type of Addition: Addendum 2 - Pre Bid Meeting Sign In - Q/A - Geotechnical Report - Blasting Info

Overview: Please find the answers to questions from the pre-bid. There are still some submitted questions to be answered by Thursday's question deadline. Also attached to this addendum is the pre-bid sign in sheet along with the requested Geo Technical Report. Lastly, there is additional blasting information provided. 

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Posted: 4/6/2023

Type of Addition: Addendum 3 - Questions

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Posted: 4/18/2023

Type of Addition: Bid Opening Zoom Link

Deadline: 4/18/2023 10:00 AM

Solicitation #: 2023 - 14

Documents:

Posted: 4/18/2023

Type of Addition: In Review - Bid Tabulation as Read

Documents:

Posted: 3/10/2023

Question: I do not see locations for the construction exits on the erosion control plans

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/15/2023

Question: If the prime contractor is DBE can the self perform work be counted towards the required DBE percentage?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/15/2023

Question: Can the CAD/ dwg file be made available? Can a Grading plan be made available?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Can you provide the Geotech report?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Will we be able to access the project from the WWTP property?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Special Provision 107 prohibits clearing of a significant portion of the project until October. Did Woodstock account for that in their duration calculation?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: At ~Sta 89 there is a water line marker but no line is shown in the plans. Can you provide information on location, size, depth, etc?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: There is an access road in the power line easement. Can we use this to access the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/16/2023

Question: Blasting is mentioned in under Section 210. Has this been approved by the WWTP and do they have an evaluation concerning their infrastructure? Can we get a layout of where there infrastructure is?

Response: “The Contractor shall coordinate with the facility’s superintendent prior to blasting to confirm the locations of the facility’s infrastructure above or below ground near the site. If any structure is within a 400-ft radius of the blasting site, the Contractor shall procure an independent, qualified blasting consultant to monitor the blasting and to inspect the pre-blast and post-blast conditions of the affected infrastructure within the blasting radius.”

Posted: 3/27/2023

Question: Between Sta 10+80 and Sta 11+63 on the north side of Shallowford between the old curb and new curb that needs new asphalt paving, separate from the mill and fill, but I don't see a spec or typical section for it.

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 3/27/2023

Question: Is Line Item 415 ELECTRICAL COMMUNICATION BOX, SPECIAL meant for the Emergency Blue Light Tower at Sta 60+50

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 3/27/2023

Question: Sheet 13-0001 has islands in Shallowford Drive that show type 2 6" header curb but the typical section on sheet 05-0001 calls out type 7 curb and gutter. Please clarify

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 3/28/2023

Question: We get the CAD files for grading takeoff

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 3/30/2023

Question: Where are the case 2 sprinklers referenced on page 67 of the RFP located?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 3/30/2023

Question: LOD is not clearly defined but based on the silt fence line on the initial erosion control plans the chain link fence on sheets 13-0002 through 13-0006 will be outside clearing limits. Is the fence to meander to dodge trees for install? This would also mean we are not clearing all easement. Please verify that as well.

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 3/30/2023

Question: What type of concrete is to be used for the trail and median?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 1. Can Pre-cast Box Culverts be used instead of cast in place on the project? 2. According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Will that Rock be allowed to be reused on project site or will the General Contractor have to haul it offsite? 3. According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Can this be set up as a separate line item for the project? 4. The Notice to Contractors specifies that the successful bidder shall secure and pay for necessary approvals, permits, assessments, and charges required for the construction and installation of this project as required by local, state, and federal regulations. Based on this information, should we anticipate any special EPD or EPA requirements and permitting? 5. Considering the proximity to the existing water treatment plant from the project, will blasting be permitted on the project? 6. Will the contractor be permitted to use water treatment plant for access during the construction phase, if not can the engineer specify what are allowable access to the site?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 1. Can Pre-cast Box Culverts be used instead of cast in place on the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 2. According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Will that Rock be allowed to be reused on project site or will the General Contractor have to haul it offsite?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: According to the plans, 42,635 CY of Rock Excavation is to be included in Grading Complete. Can this be set up as a separate line item for the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: The Notice to Contractors specifies that the successful bidder shall secure and pay for necessary approvals, permits, assessments, and charges required for the construction and installation of this project as required by local, state, and federal regulations. Based on this information, should we anticipate any special EPD or EPA requirements and permitting?

Response: No. This response will be included in addendum 3 as well.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Considering the proximity to the existing water treatment plant from the project, will blasting be permitted on the project?

Response: “The Contractor shall coordinate with the facility’s superintendent prior to blasting to confirm the locations of the facility’s infrastructure above or below ground near the site. If any structure is within a 400-ft radius of the blasting site, the Contractor shall procure an independent, qualified blasting consultant to monitor the blasting and to inspect the pre-blast and post-blast conditions of the affected infrastructure within the blasting radius.”

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Will the contractor be permitted to use water treatment plant for access during the construction phase, if not can the engineer specify what are allowable access to the site?

Response: Please see response in addendum 2.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Will access drive just East of the 92 Bridge on the south side of the road be permitted for use, for construction activities if maintained by the Contractor? 

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Will the owner consider carrying an allowance item for removal and replacement of in progress construction that may be damaged during flood events? 

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 1) Can you please forward the Geotechnical Report for the project?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 2) Is item 0465 “Excavation below grade and crushed stone refill” to be used to pay for the undercutting and 3 feet of crushed stone shown in several of the cross sections, for instance cross section 49+00?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 3) What is pay item 0415 “Electrical communication box, special” for? Is this item for the “Emergency Blue Light Tower”? If not please provide and item for the “Emergency Blue Light Tower”.

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 4) It appears the project will generate surplus fill at the proposed grades shown on the plan cross sections. Can the grades along the flatter sections of the trail where it runs along noonday creek be raised to attempt to balance the site, or utilize some of the excess fill? Can grades be adjusted to reduce surplus fill?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 5) Please confirm blasting of rock is permitted.

Response: “The Contractor shall coordinate with the facility’s superintendent prior to blasting to confirm the locations of the facility’s infrastructure above or below ground near the site. If any structure is within a 400-ft radius of the blasting site, the Contractor shall procure an independent, qualified blasting consultant to monitor the blasting and to inspect the pre-blast and post-blast conditions of the affected infrastructure within the blasting radius.”

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 6) Will you please include a unit price item for rock excavation, so this work does not need to be included in grading complete?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: 7) Can you please provide a detail or acceptable manufacturer for the rectangular rapid beacon and solar powered flashing pedestrian signal?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Can you provide color pictures of the rock cores taken by the geotechnical consultant?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.

Posted: 4/3/2023

Question: Can we access the site to perform our own subsurface investigation prior to the bid?

Response: Please see response in addendum 3.