June 22, 2017 Dear Sir/Madam: Attached is Addendum No. 4 for SEPTA's Sealed Bid Number 17 ...

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June 22, 2017

Dear Sir/Madam:

Attached is Addendum No. 4 for SEPTA's Sealed Bid Number 17-00116-AKLM. 30th Street Station,
31st Street Improvements. The bid opening date and time has remain unchanged Wednesday, June
28, 2017, 11:00AM. The bids will be opened in Conference Room 11-A of SEPTA's General Offices,
1234 Market Street, 11th Floor Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107.

Any inquiries regarding this bid must be directed to Kevin Marshall of the Procurement and Supply
Chain Management Department at [phone].

Sincerely,

X

Kevin Marshall
Contract Administrator
Procurement & Supply Chain Management Dept.
Addendum #4
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ADDENDUM No. 4

To All Bidders:

The following constitutes Addendum No. 4 to SEPTA’s Sealed Bid No. 17-00116-AKLM – 30th Street
Station, 31st Street Improvements. Addendum No. 4 must be acknowledged by inserting the date of the
Addendum on Page 17 of the Bid Forms. Failure to do so may render a bidder’s proposal as non-
responsive.

The bid opening is still scheduled for Wednesday, June 28, 2017. The bids will be opened in Conference Room
11-B of SEPTA’s General Offices, 1234 Market Street, 11th Floor Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107.

A. General

Not Applicable

B. SPECIFICATIONS

1. Specification Section 01011 – Summary of Project, remove and replace section
2. Specification Section 01530 – Barriers & Enclosures, remove and replace section
3. Specification Section 02011 – Pre and Post Construction Inspection, remove and replace section
4. Specification Section 02070 – Selective Demolition, remove and replace section
5. Specification Section 02160 – Excavation Support and Protection, remove and replace section
6. Specification Section 02161 – Geotechnical and Structural Monitoring Instrumentation, remove section
7. Specification Section 02220 – Excavation, Backfill, and Compaction, remove and replace section
8. Specification Section Appendix A – Geotechnical Engineering Report, new section add

C. DRAWINGS

1. Drawing C10, Stairs and Elevators Civil Maintenance of Traffic Plan – Phase 1A, remove and replace
drawing
2. Drawing C10A, Stairs and Elevators Civil Maintenance of Traffic Plan – Phase 1B, remove and
replace drawing
3. Drawing A01, Stairs and Elevators Architecture General Notes, Abbreviations, code and Legends,
remove and replace drawing
4. Drawing A13, Stairs and Elevators Architecture Enlarged Mezzanine Level Reflected Ceiling Plan,
remove and replace drawing
5. Drawing A21, Stairs and Elevators Architecture Section Through Stair 13 Lobby Looking West,
remove and replace drawing
6. Drawing A32, Stairs and Elevators Architecture Stair 13 & 14 Details, remove and replace drawing
7. Drawing DS02, Stairs and Elevators Stairs and Elevators Demolition Structural, remove and replace
drawing
8. Drawing G03, Stairs and Elevators Civil Existing Conditions Plan, remove and replace drawing
9. Drawing S09, Stairs and Elevators Structural Stair 13/PE5 Enlarged Plans & Sections II, remove and
replace drawing
10. Drawing S10, Stairs and Elevators Structural Stair 13 Sections & Details, remove and replace
drawing
11. Drawing W-1, Stairs and Elevators Civil, Preliminary Layout of Waterline Relocation, remove and
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replace drawing
12. Drawing W-2, Stairs and Elevators Civil Preliminary Layout of Waterline Relocation, remove and
replace drawing
13. Drawing W-3, Stairs and Elevators Civil Preliminary Layout of Waterline Relocation, add new
drawing

D. QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q1  CCTV  DIGITAL VIDEO ENCODING/RECORDING SYSTEM 
SPEC 16772 / 
 Spec. calls for CCTV Digital video encoding/recording system. Drawing are NOT showing this. 
DWG 2.08 
Is this required for this project? 
A1 Yes
Q2  SPEC 16772 /  IP CONTROLLER PELCO MODEL CM6800‐32X6 
DWG 2.04   Spec. calls for IP controller PELCO Model CM6800‐32X6 Is this required in this project? 
  A2  Yes  
Q3  OTN CARD DETAILS FOR EXISTING OTN 
SPEC 16772 / 
 Drawing shows “existing OTN (provide additional card per spec.)” Spec. did not give details 
DWG E13 
for this card. Please provided details/part # for this card.. 
Provide an H.264 card for the Extreme OTN node in the main Communications Room.  Card shall be 
A3 dropped shipped to SEPTA.  SEPTA will installed by the SEPTA Communications and Signals Group. 
Q4  VMS MODEL # 
SPEC 16730 /   As per manufacturer given model # in the spec. for VMS is old and this is with serial 
DWG 2.03  communication. Is it required this type of VMS sign OR do you required new model # with 
Ethernet connection? Please advise. 
A4 Provide most current version of VMS sign specified w/ Ethernet connectivity.
Q5  The summary of project spec section 01011‐1.06A(5) says the mechanical prime is required to hire an 
spec section 
electrical subcontractor for the power connection from safety switches /starters to mechanical 
01011‐1.06A 
equipment.  Is this correct? 
  This statement has been removed as part of Addendum #4. Power connection
A5 from safety switches/starters to be provided by Electrical Contractor (EC).
Q6  Please confirm whether the electrical or mechanical prime is responsible for installing safety switches 
sections 01011‐
and starters for mechanical equipment.  The summary of project 01011 is not clear because it 
1.06A 
duplicates this scope in sections 01011‐1.06A(5) and 01011‐1.07A(5).   
Supply and installation of all safety switches for mechanical equipment is to be
A6 provided by the Electrical Contractor (EC). See revisions to specification as part of
Addendum #4.
Q7  General   Is storage required to be purchased at the 2nd & Wyoming remote head end location for CCTV? 
A8 Yes
Q8  No rack elevation was provided for the new CCTV wall mounted rack; please confirm equipment types 
and quantities required in the rack per the list below and note whether it is furnished by owner or EC: 
•  1 48 port Patch Panel 
•  1 multimode fiber patch panel 
Section 16772 &  •  1 Horizontal Wire Management 
16715  •  2 Vertical Wire Management 
•  1 UPS  
•  1 PDU 
•  1 OTN Network Switch (If EC furnishes provide spec of network switch because no spec was 
provided in sections 16772 or 16715) 
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All equipment is provided by the EC. Quantities are confirmed.
A8
Q9  What exact section in the specs is the new wall mounted equipment rack specified for CCTV?  What 
Spec 
height is required for the rack? 
  Provide wall mounted rack suitable to house the required equipment + 25% space
A9 for future use.
Q10  We are directed to run the new 24 strand MM fiber in the existing cable tray for the new CCTV rack.  
Spec   Does the fiber have to be run in innerduct?  If so what size innerduct is required in the tray?  When the 
cable leaves the tray, what size conduit / innerduct is required? 
A10 Innerduct not required. Provide 1 1/4” conduit where cable is not in cable tray.
Q11  If a new NAC panel is required for fire alarm notification devices, where does the owner want this 
Spec  
mounted and what panel would we obtain 120V power from? 
It is not expected to have to add a NAC panel on this project with the limited fire
alarm notification device modifications. If required, locate adjacent to existing
A11
FACP and utilize 120V circuit from panelboard within same room.
Q12  Spec   What NEMA enclosure type is required for the transformer?  NEMA 1 or NEMA 2 dripproof? 
A12 NEMA 1
Q13  Please confirm the power conduit and wire from the elevator shunt trip fused disconnect to the 
Drawing 
elevator controller is by the GC’s elevator subcontractor per electrical drawing E08.   
A13 Confirmed
Q14  Does the owner have a preference on cable requirements for the new elevator out of service variable 
Spec  
messaging sign (VMS)?  Or should we provide per VMS vendor recommendation? 
A14 Per VMS vendor recommendation.
Q15  For the new elevator out of service variable messaging sign (VMS), are we just connecting to existing 
Spec 
at the head end?  Or is there any additional equipment required at the VMS head end? 
  A15 Existing headend.
Q16  There is an existing variable messaging sign that has to be relocated.  The cable that feeds it is likely 
Spec/ drawing  fiber or cat6 where it is not good practice to extend it.  Should we figure ripping out the cable back to 
the head end and running a new cable? 
  Yes – replace entire cable. Existing drawings note cable as an RS-485 cable
A16
(Belden 9830)
Q17  For the camera, light fixture and heat detector at the street level elevator canopy, please confirm it is 
Spec   acceptable to run the 3 conduits serving these items through the elevator shaft per code; otherwise, 
please clarify if there is actually concealed pathway to get conduits down to station in the design.   
Install conduits serving the canopy at the northwest corner of the new stair
A17 structure and routing all cabling/conduit within the depth of the roof construction
as noted on A08.
Q18  Please confirm whether the old SEPTA standard elevator out of service variable messaging sign (VMS) 
Spec   is specified in the AVPA spec and if whether have to provide the new standard.  If so please provide 
spec for new standard.   
  A18  Provide most current VMS sign w/ Ethernet connectivity. 
Q19  For relocating the existing variable messaging sign (VMS), is any reprogramming required for starting 
Spec  
the VMS back up again where we would have to bring out a manufacturer’s authorized rep? 
A19 No
Q20  Spec  Are all heat detectors indoor type except the 1 outdoor heat detector shown at the street level 
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elevator canopy? 
  A20 Yes
Q21  The fire alarm spec says pull stations are existing but new pull station are shown on the floor plans.  
Spec/ drawing 
Please clarify part number required and if stoppers are required.   
  A21 All new pull stations shall match existing station pull stations (addressable type).
Q22  The fixture schedule lists type J; do any drawings have counts for this type J?  Or is this type J not 
Drawing  
required? 
  A22 J fixtures not utilized on this project.
Q23  Spec   Please provide a frame type selection and finish selection for type C light fixture.   
  A23  ‘Pane’ frame with ‘warm satin’ finish. 
Q24  Specification 01400 1.06 A. states that “ An individual who has no other duties shall fill the function of 
Spec   the QM.” In the past SEPTA has allowed this individual to have other duties. Will this sole function be 
required on this project? 
  A24 No, the QM will be allowed to fulfill other duties.
Q25  Notes #8 and #9 on Sheet Number C09 and C10 require the contractor to apply for and obtain street 
Drawing   and sidewalk closure permits from the City of Philadelphia. Who will be responsible for the cost of 
these permits? 
  A25 The General Contractor
Q26  Reference is made to the “Temporary Lighting Note” on Sheet Number C09 and C10 that states “The 
contractor will provide temporary lighting for pedestrian and traffic safety as required by the 
Drawing  
Philadelphia Streets Department. Since there is no way to determine the extent of this requirement at 
this time, would SEPTA consider an allowance item for this work? 
  NO, no allowance will be provided.
A26 Note: SEPTA reserves the right to require additional ligting if needed to maintain a
safe condition for the public “at the sole discretion” of the Authority. To be
determined and managed by the project manager.
Q27  Note #11 on Sheet Number C09 and C10 requires the contractor to”provide temporary impact 
Drawing   attenuator , Type V, test level 3 where depicted on Phase 1 and Phase 2 MaIntenace of Traffic Plans”. 
The plans including Sheet C15 show an end transition. Will an impact attenuator be required? 
A27 Yes Impact Attenuators will be required at the end of each end transition.
Q28  Specification Section 01540 1.07 A. requires the contractor to employ a patrol service to provide 
Spec   surveillance of the site during all non‐working hours. In the past SEPTA has waived this requirement. 
Will a patrol service be required? 
A28 No patrol service will be required,
Q29  General   When will the Q&A and Bid Date be extended to as was discussed at the prebid conference? 
  A29 Completed, extended on June 13, 2017 – Addendum 2.
Q30  Section X1.B.2 of the Contract for this project incorrectly displays the project as being 168 Calendar 
Spec  
Days. 
  Project length is as specified within published pre-bid language section 6 (Time of
A30
Completion, Completion Date), 540 days.
Q31  Specification 03350 provides the requirement for patching existing parging and interior verticle and 
overhead surfaces with a polymer‐modified, cementitious mortar. Is this item intended as a repair 
Spec  
item? If so, there is no way to determine the extent of this requirement. Would SEPTA consider a unit 
price item for this work? 
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  A31 Repair item with assumed quantity as directed in Addendum #4 (Drawing A13.
Q32  Are there any special requirements when working within the 83’ wide easement shown on Drawing 
Drawing  
DC01? 
  No, other than coordination of access and schedule with property owners as
A32
indicated on Drawing DC01.
Q33  Spec   Who is the owner of the property where the 83’ wide easement has been obtained? 
  The 83’ wide easement only relates to the overhead CSX tracks and their piers. It
A33
does not pertain to this project.
Q34  Spec   Who obtained the 83’ wide easement (who does the easement belong to? 
  Easement only relates to the overhead CSX tracks and their piers. It does not
A34
pertain to this project.
Q35  Specification Section 01500‐1.08C. indicates that all barriers in confined spaces, as determined by the 
SEPTA PM, are be built of metal studs and WonderBoard style cement board. Please clarify what is 
Spec 
considered to be a confined space where cement board is Q.36required (i.e. all Mezzanine and 
Platform level barriers?) 
  Per Specification 01530-2.01.A (see Addendum #4 Updates) All barriers required
to be erected within enclosed station areas shall be suitable for use in confined
A35
space areas and shall be constructed so as to not contribute smoke to or support
flame spread of a fire.
Q36  Detail 9/A53 Temporary Construction Barrier, which is referred to on Drawing A03 as Temporary 
Construction Barricade, indicates “ ½” PTD FRT PLYWOOD; EA SIDE”. The Architectural Abbreviation 
Spec/ drawing  
“FRT” does not appear on Drawing A01; what does it stand for and does the Contractor have the 
choice of using it instead of cement board? 
‘FRT’ stands for ‘Fire Retardant Treated’ as specified in section 06100 Rough
A36 Carpentry. ‘FRT’ will be added to the abbreviations list accordingly. It is
acceptable to be used in lieu of cement board.
Q37  There is only one page of Specification Section 01530 Barriers and Enclosures; it appears that pages 
Spec  
are missing. 
  Updated as part of Addendum #4, reference updated section 01530 Barriers and
A37
Enclosres.
Q38  Section 3/DS02 shows an existing Comm. Duct Bank is to be relocated as part of this contract and that 
the GC is to demolish the existing within excavation limits. Please provide overall size of the concrete 
Spec   encasement, number, size and type of material that the conduits are composed of. If the conduits are 
suspected to be asbestos, please provide a contingency item to be used to pay for the cost of dealing 
with any such materials, if encountered. 
  Vacuum excavation efforts completed prior to the start of design indicate that the
A38 existing duct bank is of wood composition. No other information is currently
known. Coordinate with Verizon prior to demolition.
Q39  In Phase 2A on C10 it appears that one WB & two EB lanes are to be maintained. Why do the notes say 
Drawing  
to create an eastbound through lane? Shouldn't it read westbound? 
  A39 See Addendum #3. (as specified)
Q40  The advanced signing does not appear to be in compliance with PaDOT Pub 213, i.e. closure of one 
Spec   lane and transition into median. It appears that many more traffic control devices would be needed; 
has PaDOT reviewed and approved the plans. Has a HOP been issued? 
  A40 A HOP has not yet been issued. See Addendum #3.
Q41  Have plans been submitted to L&I and what is the status of the building permit, zoning permit, Art 
General  
Commission approval, Water Dept. approvals, etc. 
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Yes, plans have been submitted to L&I (on 6/1/17) and are currently under
A41 review. Art Commission approval has been obtained. Water Department is under
review.
Q42  None of the plans have been signed or sealed by the Engineer of Record; this will need to be done in 
General  
order to apply for any permits. 
  A42 In progress, reference answer to question 41.
Q43  Are plans used by the Engineer to produce layouts and details of the existing station and structures, 
General  
which are to be removed by the Contractor available, and if so, how do we obtain them? 
  A43 Not available, to be determined and addressed with awardee if needed.
Q44  Underground Water and gas utilities are indicated to be relocated but what about communication and 
Spec/ drawing   electric shown on DC01 that appears to be within the excavation area? If they are to remain and be 
supported, what are the number, size and weights? 
  A44 REFERENCE UPDATED DRAWINGS FOR DC01 IN ADDENDUM 3 & 4
Q45  Please provide a location plan as to where the preconstruction investigative soil and rock borings were 
Spec  
taken with respect to the proposed excavation. 
PLEASE REFERENCE UPDATED SPECIFICATIONS SECTIONS, 02070, 02160, 02161,
A45
02220 AND new APPENDIX A, IN ADDENDUM #4
Q46  Please advise as to where rock boring samples, which were taken within the area of the proposed 
Spec   excavation where rock may be encountered, may be reviewed so that the Contractor may determine 
(as indicated by Note 7 on Drawing DS02) the necessary tools to excavate the rock material. 
REFERENCE NEW SPECIFICATION SECTION APPENDIX A, AND OTHER RELATED
46
UPDATED SPECIFICATIONS PUBLISHED IN ADDENDUM 4.
Q47  Specification Section 02220‐3.09 assumes the soil is not clean fill. Please provide all testing, reports 
Spec   and information concerning the presence of contaminated soil. Please provide a contingency item to 
be used to pay for the cost of dealing with any such materials, if encountered. 
No, contaminated soil was encountered at the boring locations and no testing has
been performed. Section 3.09 does not assume that the soil is not clean fill.
A47 Section 3.09 indicates that it is the Contractors’ responsibility to properly dispose
of excess material in accordance with all environmental, federal, state and local
regulations.
Q48  Specification Section 1060‐1.01C says that if any lead paint, asbestos or other hazardous materials are 
encountered within the work zone during construction, the Contractor is to notify the SEPTA PM. 
Spec  
Please provide a contingency item to be used to pay for the cost of dealing with any such materials, if 
encountered. 
NO, THE AUTHORITY WILL NOT BE PROVIDING ANY TYPE OF “WHAT IF FUNDS”
FOR THIS OR ANY OTHER PART OF THIS CONTRACT. ALL UNKNOWNS WILL BE
A48
HANDLED AND MANAGED AS SPECIFIED WITHIN THE CONTRACT “CHANGE”
SECTIONS AND LANGUAGE.
Q49  Specification Section 01590 SEPTA Field Office requires 1200 SF within 15 days of NTP and submit plan 
Spec   within 10 days of NTP; not enough time. Difficult to find space for or rental property of that size within 
visual site of this construction site. 
SEPTA Field office plans must be supplied no later than 20 days after NTP and
A49
must be in place no later than 30 days after NTP
Q50  Specification Section 02011 Pre‐Construction and Post‐Construction Inspection par. 1.01B. refers to 
Spec   Specification Section 01110 which can’t be found. What type of inspection is required for underground 
utilities such as water and sewer lines, gas mains, communications and electric cables? 
  A50
The UPDATED AND REVISED specification correctly refers to Section 01380,
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Construction Photographs.
No inspection of underground utilities is required, but it is the responsibility of the
Contractor to protect underground utilities throughout construction. Contractor is
required to locate all utilities within the work zone prior to commencing
excavation efforts.
Q51  Please clarify if the use of hand‐held Electric power‐driven tools specified by Specification Section 
Drawing   02070‐1.03D.2 and 1.03E. which are to be used for interior removals and demolition, are required to 
remove concrete shown on Drawings DS05 & DS06. 
Contractor may elect to submit for review alternative tools and/or methods for
A51 demolition and removal as part of their Selective Demolition Plan. This is subject
to SEPTA/EOR review and cannot conflict with other Contractual requirements.
Q52  Spec   Something appears to be missing from Specification Section 02070‐3.01C. 
A52 SPECIFICAION SECTION 02070 UPDATED WITH ADDENDUM #4
Q53  Spec   Specification Section 02070‐3.04A. refers to article 3.04 above and does not read correctly. 
  A53 CORRECT - THIS SHOULD BE REFERENCE IN ARTICLE 3.03.
Q54  How will the testing, treatment, transportation, and disposal of contaminated fluids, if encountered as 
Spec  
mentioned by Specification Section 02140‐1.05B.8. be paid? 
AS SPECIFIED. CONTRACTOR WILL BRING THE ISSUE INCLUDING COST
A54
ANALYSIS AS A CHANGE ORDER TO THE CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR.
Q55  Specification Section 02160 Excavation Support and Protection, says in Article 1.01B. that the support 
system may include steel sheet piling …and may be secured in place by … tieback anchors,  Article 
2.02B. refers to Steel Sheet Piling, Article 2.02E. refers to tieback tendons, Article 3.01C.3. and article 
Spec/ drawing   3.01E. refer to tiebacks, however Note 16 under General Notes for Excavation Support and Protection 
System on Drawing DS01 says NO DRIVING OF PILES AS A PART OF TEMPORARY STRUCTURES WILL BE 
PERMITTED. AUGURED HOLES FOR PILE INSTALLATION IS THE ONLY ACCEPTABLE METHOD. Please 
clarify. 
  The installation of driven sheet piling is not permitted and cannot be utilized as a
support of excavation method on this project. Tiebacks may be utilized provided
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there are no conflicts with adjacent structures/utilities/etc. and the required load
carrying capacity, as determined by the Contractor, is achieved.
Q56  Note 14 under General Notes for Excavation Support and Protection System on Drawing DS01 says to 
Spec   dewater excavations at least 3 feet below subgrade of foundations, however, how is that to be done in 
areas of rock per Note 7 on DS02 which says “rock is likely to be encountered within the excavation”? 
  Dewatering 3 feet below subgrade is applicable for soil subgrades. If the subgrade
A56 consists of rock, it is the contractor’s responsibility to provide an excavation that is
dry enough to allow for inspection of the subgrade.
Q57  Spec  Specification Section 02160‐1.01C.3 refers to Specification Section 02200 which does not exist. 
  A57 SPECIFICATION SECTION 02200 HAS BEEN ADDED WITH ADDENDUM #4.
Q58  Spec  Specification Section 02160‐1.04A. refers to Specification Section 01401 which does not exist. 
A58 UPDATED SPECIFICATION CORRECTLY REFERS TO SECTION 01300.
Q59  Please provide copies of referenced documents 1) SEPTA ‐ ROW Design and Construction Standards 
Spec  
and 2) SEPTA Regional Rail Station Design and Construction Guidelines, Revision 02/2010. 
  ROW DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS ADDED IN ADDENDUM #4, SEPTA
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REGIONAL RAIL STATION
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Q60  It appears that Specification Section 02161‐1.05 and 1.06 are a duplication of pre and post 
Spec  
construction surveys conducted under Specification Section 02011; is this necessary? 
Section 02161 has been removed. Refer to Section 02190 for Site Monitoring
A60 requirements and Section 02011 for Pre and Post Construction Surveys. See
changes in Addendum #4.
Q61  Spec   Specification Section 02161 Article 3.04B. erroneously refers to Article 3.04B. above. 
A61 Section 02161 has been removed
Q62  How does the Contractor get paid to provide equipment and carry out such tests as necessary to 
detect presence of toxic and combustible substances during excavation,  per Specification Section 
Spec 
02220‐1.04F.? Please provide a contingency item to be used to pay for the cost of dealing with any 
such materials, if encountered. 
Costs for monitoring during construction (e.g. visual, odor, PID, etc. as well as
testing costs for screening excavated material for disposal should be included in
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the bid price. If the excavated material cannot be disposed of as clean fill,
additional costs will be negotiated.
Q63  Spec   Where is Appendix A referenced by Specification Section 02220‐1.01B.? 
A63 Updated in Section 1.01B should refer to Specification 02010.
Q64  Please provide a copy of any geotechnical reports that may have been used in the design of the 
Spec   project, which would be helpful in determining the cost of designing and constructing the excavation 
support and protection system. 
The boring logs and laboratory testing results from the subsurface exploration
program are included in Specification 02010. The geotechnical report was
prepared for the purpose of SEPTA’s design of the facilities. The geotechnical
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report can be provided for information only,
 but should not be considered as part of the contract documents.
Q65  General   How much time will it take for each utility company to perform its own relocation work? 
  The only utility company to coordinate utility relocation work with is PECO
(Verizon conduits to be coordinated but installed by GC). SEPTA has coordinated
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with PECO for them to perform their relocation after the water line has been
relocated by the GC. Further coordination required between PECO and the GC.
Q66  Considering the completion date and long lead times for certain materials, will SEPTA be willing to 
General  
consider substitutions for materials which are not available in time to meet the schedule? 
  SEPTA permits substitutions utilizing procedures in the specifications and the
contract language. SEPTA will NOT pay additional costs if the contractor is unable
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to obtain an item he has based a bid on. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL
THEIR PRICING/QUOTES.
Q67  Please provide copies of the MPT and other slides which were shown in a power point presentation 
General  
during the pre‐bid meeting. ANSWER: CURRENTLY AVAILABLE ON‐LINE 
  FOR ALL PARTIES THAT DIDN’T ATTEND THE PRE-BID MEET, these slides are
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currently available online.
Q68  During the site visit, it was stated that the Contractor was to remove an existing Communications 
manhole in the area where the proposed elevator is to be constructed. Please verify that this work is 
General  
part of the GC Contract and provide any details as to size and thickness of the manhole walls, top and 
bottom. 
  This removal is within the GC’s scope of work and shall be coordinated with
A68 Verizon prior to commencing excavation/demolition work. No specific details
about this vault are known, however it is a former Western Union manhole.
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Q69  During the pre‐bid meeting, it was stated that the location of the relocated gas line may be in the way 
of proposed construction and that it may need to be relocated again, or if it is decided that it will not 
General/ spec   be relocated again, that the GC would have to sleeve and form and pour concrete around it for 
supports. Please verify and advise if the GC will have to sleeve and form & pour concrete around the 
gas line and quantify the work. 
Per discussions with PGW on 6/16/17, the gas line along the northern part of the
proposed construction site is to be relocated further into Market Street before
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August of 2017 and therefore should not conflict with the proposed support of
excavation footprint as shown in the Contract Documents.
Q70  During the pre‐bid meeting, it was stated that the water line relocation for Stair 13 and the elevator 
General   would have to be performed prior to PECO being able to perform their electric relocation work. How 
Amuch time has been allotted for the prerequisite water relocation work? 
A70 This work needs to be coordinated with the overall project schedule and PECO.
Q71  During the pre‐bid meeting, it was stated that the water line relocation for Stair 14 was being 
General  
eliminated; please verify. 
  A71  REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS AND ISSUED ADDENDUMS. 
Q72  During the pre‐bid meeting, it was stated that the GC may have to relocate one (1) signal head on one 
General/ spec   (1) of the traffic lights at the intersection. Please verify that this work will have to be done by the GC 
and that it probably will have to be put back in its original location at the completion of the project. 
Yes AND PER SPECIFICATION the signal head will be put back in its original
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location.
Q73  Please consider allowing field welding of standoffs to the AESS for support of glass panels which can 
General  
be damaged during handling and shipment. 
Field welding will be considered if is performed in accordance with the
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specifications.
  Addendum 1 sheet G02 deleted the HOP number previously listed in the drawings. No Appendix B was 
Q74  Drawing / spec   found in the Specifications as noted. Has the HOP been procured? And if so please provide copy for 
terms of the permit. 
A74 The HOP has not yet been obtained.
  PennDot notes on G02 indicate no lane closures are permitted between 6am and 9am and 3pm to 
Q75  Drawing / spec   6pm Monday through Friday. This appears to contradict the traffic control drawing that cut down the 
number of lanes for an extended period of time – has this been addressed in the HOP? 
There will be no lane closures during the project. See the revised MOT plans
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WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.
Q76  Has the contract drawings gone through preliminary review by the City of Philadelphia L&I? Are those 
Spec  
stamped documents available for permit purposes? 
A76 The sealed dwgs were submitted to L&I on 6/1/17 for review/approval.
Q77  Specification Section 01410 – Testing and Inspection Services still require Contractor to perform 
Spec   special inspections – it is understood this must be done by an agent pre‐approved by the City of 
Philadelphia hired directly by the owner. Please clarify requirements of this spec section. 
Code required “special” inspections are being provided and paid for by SEPTA;
however all other QC testing and inspection requirements noted within the
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contract documents are still the responsibility of the contractors to provide and
pay for.
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