Questions and Answers - The following questions and their
answers are provided to give clarification to all proponents
regarding certain aspects of this Invitation to Tender.
Q. Would we be required to blast out a
hole in order to put the post in the ground or would there
be some other means to set post
A.
Blasting will not be permitted, ground conditions such as
bedrock may be encountered. In such cases a change of work
will be required. Please refer to the FS780 clause 9.16.
Alternative installations and
creativity that will be considered include: varying the
placement within an agreed upon distance, hilti-bolt anchors
into side-rock, down-drilling & installation of smaller
diameter sleeve, installation on trees etc. Hourly labour
rate and equipment rental will be considered.
Q.
Where are the materials the Ministry is supplying to be
picked up?
A.
Materials are supplied FOB at
Chilliwack District yard 46360 Airport Road
Q.
Do the Signs have holes in them already for the fasteners?
A.
The signs have been ordered
with pre-drilled holes to align with the telespar posts
Q.
In the Schedule of Units/Prices, does Item #1 and Item #3
mean “ To be installed on the concrete bases/sleeves” which
are installed as part of Item # 6?
A. Correct
Q. Can
the lifting strap be omitted from the concrete base? If not
than what is it made of?
A. The
lifting strap can be omitted
Q.
Would Precast concrete bases installed below grade (
excavate, installed, backfill) be considered?
A.
Precast
bases will not be considered
Q.
In Schedule “A” item #6 seems contradictory. The 30mpa
concrete requirement could take up to 28 days to achieve if
regular 30-35mpa concrete is used. Dry for 24 hrs as noted
would easily support a sign and post. Which specification is
the Ministry looking for?
A.
Install post after Dry for 24 hours as noted. 30 mpa
must be achieved after 28 days
Q.
If ground conditions ( i.e., Bedrock) are encountered that
require a different construction method will the Ministry
consider this as a change of works?
A.
Refer to comments previously posted on Q & A
Q.
Does the disposal of existing signs mean just signs and
posts, with out any concrete bases?
A.
Disposal refers to signs, posts and hardware (bolts,
nails, brackets) only.
