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Inquiry #1: Regarding RW 3676L (Structure Plans R5-1), at Wall STA 1+48, the design height and footing thickness are inconsistent with Type 6 (Case 2) called out in the plans. There is a call out from 1+63 to "END RW" for Type 6 (Case 2) however there are no other Wall Type call-outs upstation from this. Additionally, the Design Height limits on the plans do not line up with the Retaining wall Elevation plan after STA 1+48. Please confirm wall types, and wall type limits for RW 3676L.
Inquiry submitted 06/16/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/18/2025



Inquiry #2: There is a section for Type K Temporary Railings at Special Provisions, however please confirm Type K-Rail is allowed to be used for the entire duration of the project.
Inquiry submitted 06/16/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/18/2025



Inquiry #3: Please provide the Engineers Estimate pricing for each bid item used to come up with the total Engineers Estimate of $160,000,000
Inquiry submitted 06/18/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/18/2025



Inquiry #4: Reference Special Provisions Section 14-11.16 - Asbestos Containing Construction Materials in Bridges. Please clarify where the cost for the Asbestos Compliance Plan and the removal and disposal of the asbestos in Bridge No. 57-0668 will be paid.

Inquiry submitted 06/19/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/19/2025



Inquiry #5: What is CMS power at CMS location on E-59? 1-pole, 120VAC or 2-poles, 240VAC?
Inquiry submitted 06/24/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/24/2025


Response #2:Please bid per current contract plans and specifications, 120V(ac).
Response posted 06/25/2025



Inquiry #6: Per Sheet IR-22 at the Sweetwater Rd UC, it shows to to cap the existing sleeve and mainline. Please confirm if these pipes exist at this location.
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025


Response #2:Please bid per current contract plans and specifications.
Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #7: Per Irrigation plans, please verify that there are existing wires that are all in working condition.
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025



Inquiry #8: Per Irrigation plans, please verify that the existing wires shown at connect to existing locations are all in good and working condition.
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025



Inquiry #9: Per drainage plan sheet D-6 Sd-9a 78" CSP, calls out to remove 1,150 feet of existing culvert.. Per the quantities sheet DQ-3 on the remove culvert there is no amount listed. How is the removal of 78" CSP 1,150 feet being paid on?
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025


Response #2:Please refer to the standard specifications, section 66, "Corrugated Metal Pipe" and section 19-3, "Structure Excavation and Backfill". The removal of existing pipe is included in the cost of the new pipe, DS9a.
Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #10: Per Irrigation plans, please verify that the existing wires shown at connect to existing locations are all in good and working condition.
Inquiry submitted 06/27/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 06/27/2025



Inquiry #11: This inquiry is regarding the Cisco and Juniper equipment at the hubs. The special provision does not have specifications for this equipment. It has a Cisco Quote and a Juniper Quote. The quantities shown on these quotes add up to 16 switches. However, The Plans (Pages ED-32 through ED-34) show 7 Distribution and 1 Hub switch at each of 3 hubs for a total of 26 switches. Cisco and Juniper will not release the bill of material to contractors. Is the contractor safe in using the budgets that are in the special provisions, or, will there be an addendum that adjusts the quantity to match the plans?
Inquiry submitted 07/01/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/02/2025


Response #2:Please use the quantities and budget for the Cisco and Juniper switches as specified in the Special Provisions.
Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #12: Referencing sheet C-36, please confirm if this detail does not apply to bike path crossings.
Inquiry submitted 07/01/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/02/2025



Inquiry #13: Referencing sheet IP-34, at station 587 please provide the sizing of the 4 new valves shown.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #14: Sheet C-64 shows a structural section including 0'-0.15' cold plane/0.15' HMA-A/0.35 Cl2AB, however, there is a note on the same sheet calling to resurface to make flush with the existing gutter pan. In addition, sheet Q-11 shows zero quantity for the class 2 aggregate base column, implying there will only be a grind/overlay for theses locations. Please advise.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025

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Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #15: Sheet L-3 and C-89 are showing conflicting structural sections for a portion of the San Ysidro NB Off-Ramp resurfacing, from station 63+50 to 64+70. Please clarify which takes precedence.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #16: On sheet SC-2, stage 5B states that we will construct aux lane #2 from station 645+55.42 to 668+23.56, including roadway & structures work. Stage 5C states that we will also construct aux lane #2 from station 645+00 to 655+40. However, sheets SC-188 to SC-189 show the limits of stage 5B from station 655+41 to 666+76. In addition, sheets SC-190 to SC-192 show the limits of stage 5C from station 645+55 to 655+41 and 666+76 to 668+31. Please clarify which is correct.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025



Inquiry #17: Please clarify the station limits of the JPCP-RSC work in stage 2C. The work between station 392+60 to 396+43 is shown on layout sheet L-27, however, station 365+35 to 367+70.8 is not shown on layout sheet L-25.
Inquiry submitted 07/03/2025

Response #1:The inquiry has been received and submitted for consideration.
Response posted 07/03/2025

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.