Questions and Answers

The erosion control plan seems to be a normal KYTC plan. What are the special conditions of the erosion control plan?

Are there other specific conditions of the Water Quality Certification that restrict the contractor?

Is there any Geotechnical Information for this project?

There is 111 lf of 30” storm to bore and jack at Sta 200+98 on Ring Road (plan sheet R179).  Should there be a bid item for this?

Concerning bid item line no. 0590, Steel Strain Pole, is this an electrical signal bid item?

What are the special conditions of the KPDES permit application that apply to the contractor?

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN - PHASE 1, SHEET R58, KY 1747 Lane Closures are only permitted between the hours of 9 pm to 6 am. It is noted that a disincentive amount of $100,000 per hour shall be assessed in quarter hour intervals for any time after the 6 am that all lanes are not open to traffic. The amount of the disincentive is substantial.  Is this dollar amount correct?

Are all service drops limited to 35 Ft Wooden Pole the service & control cabinet is on? (Meaning- there is no long runs and or extension to bring power feeders to this 35 Ft Wooden Pole?)

With having to clear for utilities drops as stated in proposal, would this call for a bid item, “CLEAR & GRUBBING”?

These questions are for Line 0140 Item 04899 Electrical Service 20 each and Line 0150 04901 Telephone Service 20 each. In the Material, Installation, and Bid Item Notes for Permanent Traffic Data Acquisition Stations portion of the proposal; section 3.5 Electrical Service paragraph 3 it indicates that “Contractor shall obtain electrical inspections, memberships, meter base, service disconnect and any other requirements by the utility serving the installation and pay all fees as required.” section 4.3 Electrical Service indicates that “Electrical Service shall include furnishing and installing all necessary materials and payment of all fees toward the complete installation of an electrical service which has passed all required inspections.” section 4.16 Telephone Service indicates that “Telephone Services shall include furnishing and installing all necessary materials and payment of all fees toward the complete installation of a telephone service, which has passed all required inspections.” Are the charges from the individual utility companies for their portions of work billed to and paid for by the state or are these charges included under the umbrella of “fees” as mentioned in the above paragraph? If these charges are included as “fees” does the state have a listing of the individual utilities and contacts for each of the locations so that contractors can contact them for the cost of their services?

Typically, when there are 35Ft-Wooden Poles as a Bid Unit, there is always a call for “ANCHOR GUYS” or “ANCHORS”. Would this bid item be added?

Section 3.9 and 4.6 refer to Install Pad Mount Enclosure but the Figure sheets do not show pad mounted enclosures. If these are used, where are they being used?

Concerning Items: Signs, Arrow Panel, Portable CMS & Truck Mounted Attenuator, the quantities for these items appear to be set up for working one location at a time. Will the quantities be increased if the contractor feels it is necessary to work multiple locations at the same time in order to meet the completion date?

Will LWC be furnishing the pre-stressed concrete transition fittings for connection to existing concrete water mains?

Can the contractor use Life Rings attached to life lines in lieu of a skiff due to no boat ramp, low summer water levels, and the fact that the stream is not monitored regularly by the Coast Guard, and low height from deck to water level? Also the lack of Navigation Lights on the structure indicates this may not be a navigable waterway.

On pg. 159 (ITS-20), it is stated that “The initial evaluation should include micro-simulation (VISSIM) of the selected system. The micro-simulation should utilize a “hardware-in-the-loop” or similar system.” Does the micro-simulation specified in the RFP include construction of the original VISSIM file in addition to running the simulation and measuring the results?

What amount of funding is designated for the adaptive portion of this project?

On pg. 161 (ITS-22), it is stated that “The system shall be compatible with the existing local controller hardware/firmware and the KYTC’s TransPHAT system along with Louisville Jefferson County Metro Government’s Advanced Traffic Management System (CENTRACS). The reconstructed traffic signals will continue to operate with TransPHAT and it is envisioned that this group of signals will eventually be under CENTRACS control and monitoring.” Do the intersections have separate system detectors aside from vehicle detectors so that the CENTRACS system can operate side-by-side and still be able to monitor all operations?

In light of the issue concerning Electrical and Telephone "fees", would the Department consider letting this project at a later date to allow sufficient time to investigate and consult with the individual utility companies involved?

At which of the five intersections (if any) is Jefferson County currently using or planning to use in the next 12 months emergency vehicle preemption (EVP), transit system priority (TSP), or any other form of preemption or signal priority?

Please clarify the identity of the “system provider” and “system supplier” mentioned beginning on page 158 (ITS–19). Specifically, is the prime contractor or the adaptive traffic signal system provider responsible for the adaptive micro-simulation and before-and-after study?

For adaptive system performance, it is necessary that at least one wireless in-ground sensor is placed in each lane. Please confirm that this will occur before adaptive system implementation.

What are the payment terms?

Pay Items 0340 & 0090 (02900) Install Temporary Crash Cushion, is not found in the specification book.  Going by current specification categorization shall the contractor use a Type VI BT or Type VI CT?

In how many instances will there be a cable run greater than 320 feet between the traffic cabinet and a camera at that same intersection?

On pg. 161 (ITS-22), it is stated that “The system shall be compatible with the existing local controller hardware/firmware and the KYTC’s TransPHAT system along with Louisville Jefferson County Metro Government’s Advanced Traffic Management System (CENTRACS). The reconstructed traffic signals will continue to operate with TransPHAT and it is envisioned that this group of signals will eventually be under CENTRACS control and monitoring.” Do the intersections have separate system detectors aside from vehicle detectors so that the CENTRACS system can operate side-by-side and still be able to monitor all operations?

The proposal states that “The system shall provide capability for the operator to establish a manual override function for signal changes or to revert to programmed time-of-day and day-of-week schedules programmed into the local controller.” It also states, “The system should have the ability to run a fixed time of day pattern if necessary.”  InSync works by placing detector calls into the controller which is in free mode. The controller recognizes InSync as a detection system. InSync only submits detector calls for up to one pair of concurrently permissible phases. In this way, the controller does exactly what InSync wants it to do. In order for the controller to run its programmed timing plans, it of course must stop running in free mode. The way to remotely command the controller to stop running in free mode and start running its coordination plans is by associating such a command with a configurable 24V pin. What this means is when that 24V pin is actuated, the controller ceases running free and instead runs its programmed plans. Does the existing firmware allow a command like this to be associated with a 24V input/output pin? is there at least one free pin available for this function?

The proposal states that “The system shall provide capability for the operator to establish a manual override function for signal changes or to revert to programmed time-of-day and day-of-week schedules programmed into the local controller.” It also states, “The system should have the ability to run a fixed time of day pattern if necessary.”  InSync works by placing detector calls into the controller which is in free mode. The controller recognizes InSync as a detection system. InSync only submits detector calls for up to one pair of concurrently permissible phases. In this way, the controller does exactly what InSync wants it to do. In order for the controller to run its programmed timing plans, it of course must stop running in free mode. The way to remotely command the controller to stop running in free mode and start running its coordination plans is by associating such a command with a configurable 24V pin. What this means is when that 24V pin is actuated, the controller ceases running free and instead runs its programmed plans. is there at least one free pin available for this function?

Would it be possible to use the State Certified material,  Crafco Poly-Fiber Type 3 for this project?

The above referenced bid is out for an Adaptive control system to be installed at 5 new controllers along Hurstbourne Pkwy. The specification requires us to use the 170E controller with WAPITI software. Econolite has an Adaptive module for Centracs that interfaces directly with an ASC3 (NEMA, 2070 or rackmount) controller. The Adaptive module does not interface with WAPITI.  Would the Department consider a proposal from PMI and Econolite that would replace the 170 controllers with an ASC3 Rackmount  controller or 2070 with ASC3 Software with full adaptive capabilities?

Can a low water crossing be constructed in the east fork of Indian Creek at the bridge site to transport excavation and move equipment east and west?

Under what bid item will "Maintain Lighting" be paid for? Bid note on plan sheet T44 refers to this but there is no line item for payment.

On page 63 in the proposal, the plan dimensions and typical section dimensions do not seem to match.  Which are correct?

Specification allows for fuel adjustment for Embankment In Place. There is not an item established in the bid proposal for fuel adjustment. Will an item be added or will a change order be prepared for fuel adjustment?

Along the Keller Williams property (in the existing berm) what should the cover be for that pipe?  With no profile it is hard to determine whether or not we’ll have to have extra depth in that area to cover other trades of work.

The irrigation meter described in item #4 will most likely have to be removed.  Will the re-installation of that meter be our responsibility?  Is there anywhere in particular it should be relocated?

Item # 00078 Crushed Aggregate # 2 Bid document list 914 tons, plan tabs show 3 tons.  Where does the remainder go?

Item no. 6-362.00 sheet R2D note #1 states the removal of the temporary pavement is incidental to roadway excavation.  How is the prep for the temporary pavement paid for?  There is no diversion item.