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Addendum No. 2 - Bidder Questions and Responses CONSTRUCTION OF WALL UNDER THE WILLIAM LEHMAN CAUSEWAY CITY RFP NO. 13-10-02 3 8. Can excess earthen material be placed between the existing gravity wall and the proposed wall? Response: A large segment of the existing gravity wall will be removed along length of the proposed screen wall. If alternate on-site areas are identified by the Contractor for placement of excess earthen fill, the contractor is required to coordinate with the City prior to placement. If authorized by the City the following guidelines for use of fill material are to be observed: Where suitable earthwork is utilized, contractor to ensure that the finished grade (including sod in landscape areas) is a maximum of 6” below the existing building finished grade and at level of curbs and/or edge of sidewalks. A uniform transition shall be provided where new grades blend into existing grades and manhole rims in landscape areas. If impacted, it will be the responsibility of the contractor to coordinate with the utility owners and adjust all existing manhole and structure rim elevations to match new grade elevations, at no additional cost to the project. All slopes and areas disturbed by construction shall be graded at 5 (horizontal):1(vertical) or flatter. The existing drainage pattern shall not be altered by use of fill material. 9. Can alternate wall designs (i.e. precast wall) be proposed while still meeting structural requirements? Response: Contractor may propose design alternatives for consideration. Signed and sealed shop drawings and structural calculations will be required to demonstrate conformance with design intent and project specifications. 10. Will a contractor staging area be allowed within the existing surface lot? Response: The contractor shall submit a staging plan to the City of Sunny Isles Beach for review and approval prior to starting work. Staging and storage areas shall be properly fenced and secured by the contractor. During construction, these areas shall be maintained in a neat and clean manner, and upon final clean up, shall be left clear of all surplus material or debris. Paved areas shall be broom swept. The contractor shall restore or replace, when and as directed, any public or private property damaged by his/her work, staging, equipment and/or employees, to a condition at least equal to that existing immediately prior to the commencement of operations and to the City’s satisfaction. 11. Has a building Permit been obtained for the proposed work? Response: All permits shall be obtained by the contractor prior to the start of work. Please refer to Section 2.21 Licenses, Permits and Fees on page 15 of the RFP.