Contractor's System Project Question and Answer Forum

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Submitted: Thursday 10-JUL-2025 09:43 PM
Company: Battle Ridge
Contact: Cody Ham
Is any part of the Overflow bridge considered "in channel work"?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 14-JUL-2025 12:33 PM
No, the Elk Creek Overflow bridge is not on a stream channel and therefore is not subject to the timing restrictions in the Contract for in-stream work at the Elk Creek bridge and Hogan Slough.

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Submitted: Tuesday 22-JUL-2025 01:59 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Casey Shaw
Is the Pier 2 pile drilling/installation and existing Bent 2 demolition at the Elk Creek Bridge considered "in-channel work"? If so, is the project's intent to force the vast majority of the Elk Creek Bridge construction and demolition to May 16 - June 24, 2026? That does not leave enough time to perform the required Stage 2 work at the Elk Creek Bridge. The Spec states that a closure of MT 21 is only permissible from March 2 - June 24, 2026 and that a closure can't be held simultaneously for Stage 1 and Stage 2 work. Is the intent of the project to perform all demolition and bridge and culvert construction (culvert and bridge can't happen under same closure) in this short window? If so, what work other than material procurement, survey, and other minor items does the project allow/intend to happen between the November 2025 NTP date and the March 2 date? This question doesn't include the in-channel constraints that further reduce working time for the Elk Creek Bridge specifically.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 24-JUL-2025 03:16 PM
Yes, Pier 2 pile drilling/installation and existing Bent 2 demolition at the Elk Creek Bridge is considered "in-channel work".

Yes, for all the in-channel work. All other work outside of the bed and banks of Elk Creek can begin on March 2nd.

The intent of restricting concurrent Stage 1 and Stage 2 work and closures is to maintain access to adjacent properties and residences via MT-21, while allowing concurrent work at Hogan Slough and Elk Creek beginning March 2nd, 2026.

Any work that does not have a time/date constraint will be allowed while maintaining one lane, two-way traffic during work hours and uninterrupted traffic during non-work hours.

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Submitted: Thursday 24-JUL-2025 11:31 AM
Company: Century Companies, Inc.
Contact: Estimating Estimating
Will MDT consider allowing the contractor to perform the Elk Creek Bridge replacement work during stage 3? There is not enough time to complete the elk creek structure between May 16th and June 24th and that is not considering the likelihood of high flow scenarios in the elk creek channel that will substantially reduce the progress of the work in and around the channel and the potential for adverse spring weather that could reduce progress as well. We feel a completion date of September 4th for the stage 3 work would accommodate this change.
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 29-JUL-2025 09:51 AM
The completion date will remain June 24, 2026.  Please bid the project with manpower and equipment necessary to complete the project in the provided duration.

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Submitted: Monday 28-JUL-2025 02:01 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction
Contact: Casey Shaw
Do the in-water work window constraints for the Elk Creek site apply to the Overflow Bridge site?
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 11:11 AM
No, the in-stream work window constraints do not apply to the Overflow bridge site.

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Submitted: Monday 28-JUL-2025 03:05 PM
Company: Rinker Materials - Rapid City, SD
Contact: Brian Jenner
Would it be possible to use a shallower section for the 26" tall voided slab beam if the design works at an alternate lesser height?
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 11:35 AM
No, per Special Provision 41, the allowable change in superstructure depth is 0-inches.

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Submitted: Tuesday 29-JUL-2025 09:58 PM
Company: Battle Ridge Builders
Contact: Cody Ham
We can't start March 2 per the specials due to MDT training. That means March 9, for just the culvert start correct? The time between the end of the permit window and the project completion is high water, the same dates the original bridge and road flooded out. Drilling piles in a river at flood stage is not recommended. Is there going to be extensions given if conditions are unsafe for our crew, equipment, or environment?
This contract does not allow enough working days to accomplish the work to the quality it should be. We request another 60 working days on the contract or it be moved to a reasonable time of year.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:30 AM
Special provision 8. Department Construction Training is hereby removed from the contract.
MDT will add 30 Working Days to the contract.  Contract time is hereby changed to 50 Working Days.

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Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 09:40 AM
Company: Bishop Inc
Contact: Ryan Schaner
After speaking with the reinforced concrete box culvert supplier, they informed me the steel alone is 8-10 weeks out after MDT approval of submittals. Their production capabilities for casting are roughly 5 LF per day. The box culvert will not be ready at best until around Thanksgiving 2025, when they project will likely be shut down for the winter. Installation will be left up to spring 2026, when weather will make the project more "stop and go". It's also along the Rocky Mountain front, which is more susceptible to spring snowstorms. Please add 45 working day to the project deadline to allow for the Contractor to complete all bid items in a more practical matter.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:30 AM
Stage 1 and Stage 2 have been developed to delineate work and when it can be completed in accordance with environmental and potential utility restrictions. 
The intent of the November 16, 2025 NTP is to allow early ordering and delivery of the box culvert to facilitate starting Stage 1 installation on March 2, 2026.

Stage 1 work is defined in the contract.  No in-channel work is allowed in Hogan Slough from September 15 – March 1.  An existing Sun River Electric transmission line is located directly above the box culvert location.  The Contractor is required to coordinate with Sun River Electric prior to working in the proximity of the line.  Depending on Contractor means and methods, the line may need to be de-energized to comply with allowable and safe clearances during removal of the existing structure and installation of the box. This transmission line cannot be de-energized during irrigation season.   The intent is to start Stage 1 work beginning March 2 to comply with the in-channel restriction and complete the work prior to irrigation season in case the SRE transmission line needs to be de-energized. 

Stage 2 work is defined in the contract.  The Elk Creek Overflow is not on a stream channel and therefore is not subject to the timing restrictions in the contract for in-stream work at the Elk Creek Bridge and Hogan Slough.  In-stream work at Elk Creek cannot begin until May 15.  Work at the Elk Creek structure that is outside the stream limits can begin prior to May 15. 

Closure of MT – 21 is allowed beginning March 2, 2026 and ending June 24, 2026.  Concurrent Stage 1 and Stage 2 full closures are not allowed.  For example:  If single lane two-way traffic is provided at Stage 1 (Hogan Slough), Stage 2 closure is allowed.  This is to fulfill property access commitments, expediency in construction (residents demonstrated a preference for a longer closure if it reduced total traffic impact time), and providing two-lane, two-way traffic to and from the Augusta Rodeo on the weekend following June 24, 2026.

30 Working Days have been added to the Contract in the response to Question 6.

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Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 03:38 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction
Contact: Casey Shaw
Special Provision: 27.c. CLEAN WATER ACT SECTION 404 PERMIT AND SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION states "C. Section 404 CWA Nationwide Permit 33 Description. Obtain authorization for the temporary features of this project (e.g. work bridges, work pads, cofferdams, diversions, etc.) under US Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit 33 – Temporary Construction, Access, and Dewatering."

With this project needing diversions and/or cofferdams, especially during the timeframes being asked to construct, it appears we will need authorization for some of the temp features listed above. How long of a process do we need to expect for these approvals?
Answer
Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 08:27 AM
The special provision in question speaks to two separate scenarios for NWP33.  In accordance with Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) Special provision 27.C.1, if any of Special Provision 27.C.1.a-d are true then Preconstruction Notification (PCN) to the U.S Army Corps of Engineers (COE) would be required and the contractor would follow MDT Standard Specification 208.03.2.B., “The Department will review each submittal of the plans and application packages, subsequent modifications, or revisions, and either request additional information or revisions or submit to applicable resource and regulatory agencies within 21 calendar days. Resource and regulatory agency review time does not begin until the Department submits the application to the applicable agencies. Do not begin work on temporary construction facilities or modifications to approved plans until receiving written notification from the Project Manager that all the required approvals from the regulatory and resource agencies have been obtained and distributed. The Department will distribute COE 404 and Stream Protection Act (SPA) 124 approvals within 5 business days of receipt of all required approvals.”

If none of Special Provision 27.C.1.a-d are true, then the contractor would follow Special Provision 27.C.2.

Note that agency review times vary depending on the type of permit.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:03 AM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
Please provide Sign Design Calculations for this project
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 01:10 PM
The sign design files for the requested project are posted here: SIGN DESIGN CALCS
The requested files are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files prior to award. Changes needed via change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions, will be provided at that time. See the requirements of Subsection 619.03.2.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 11:06 AM
Company: Hamilton Construction
Contact: Casey Shaw
Per Q&A, it appears 30 more working days are being added to the contract. Will these 30 working days allow for Stage 2 work at Elk Creek to occur after the rodeo is complete, allowing for a full roadway closure in July as opposed to May/June? This would allow safer working operations with high flows and potential diversion needs.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 12:50 PM
The disincentive will be applied for any full closures after June 24th, 2026.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 12:03 PM
Company: Knife River Prestress Inc.
Contact: James Moss
In section 42.C.a on page 32 of the advanced specs, there is a request for a dry fit of the prestresed voided slab beams, precast pile cap structure, and wing walls. Dry fit of all components at the precast manufacturing facility will be extremely difficult due to the cast in place pier cap not being available.
Knife River Prestress proposes a 3D model instead of a plant dry fit. A 3D printed model will fully represent how the pieces will fit together at a smaller scale.
Answer
Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 07:45 AM
A 3D printed model is not an allowable substitution for the precast element dry fit.  Past projects have demonstrated that dry fitting precast bridge elements helps ensure that all the components fit correctly, leading to faster construction and reduced road closure times. Essentially, any fit-up issues can be corrected before closing the road. For the current project, cribbing could potentially substitute for the unavailable pier cap. Pre-fitting of the actual precast elements is crucial for verifying part dimensions and assembly, ultimately speeding up construction.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 12:05 PM
Company: Mountain West Holding Company
Contact: Chris Connors
Special provision 2 includes language regarding temporry end treatments. There are no bid items for temporary end treatments or temporary impact attenuators. Will a bid item be added to the project or is the cost of this work to be incidental to other bid items?
Answer
Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 07:58 AM
Include the cost of temporary end treatments and/or temporary impact attenuators in the cost of other items.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 12:21 PM
Company: Knife River Prestress Inc.
Contact: James Moss
On the contract drawings, sheet B3 shows the VS26 having a 6" deck drain on all exterior girders located 10'-5 5/8" from the center line of the bearing closest to the abutments. Sheet B12 shows the VS18 having a deck drain on the northern exterior girders located 14'- 2 5/8" from the center line of bearing closest to the abutments.
The location of the deck drains will cause the strands to breach clear cover in both the VS18 and VS26, as well as run into the center void in the VS18. The deck drains will also shift the strand pattern in the VS26 causing the strand to not have enough clear cover to the voids.
Knife River Prestress requests approval to interrupt the center void in the VS18 where the deck drains occur.
Knife River Prestress also requests clarification on if this breach of clear cover to the void and the drain is acceptable. If not, Knife River Prestress proposes a 4 inch diameter void drain centered abou the voided slab to allow for more concrete cover of the strand.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2024 11:16 AM
Provide 4" deck drains instead of the 6" deck drains shown in the plans.

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Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 10:03 AM
Company: Battle Ridge
Contact: Cody Ham
Extending stage 3 time does not relieve the issue of stage 2 work at highwater without enough time to complete the work. Can the department allow a detour bridge so the public can use the open road while the contractor works?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 05-AUG-2025 01:33 PM
Due to construction impacts to the traveling public, residents, and the town of Augusta, it is a priority for MDT to get this project completed in accordance with the sequence outlined in the bid package.  If traffic is not returned to Normal Traffic Flow by June 24, 2026, the disincentive outlined in Special Provision 2. CONTRACT TIME AND INCENTIVE/DISINCENTIVE will be assessed.

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Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 10:58 AM
Company: United Materials of Great Falls
Contact: Estimating
Special provision 7 consists of providing electronic tickets for plant mix. Please confirm that a special ticketing software is not required and all that is required is uploading electronic copies of the tickets.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 09:57 AM
Special Provision #7 pertains to the use of electronic tickets through a web-based system. Suppliers must collaborate with HaulHub to establish a live connection to the Department's ticket database. No special software is necessary, as HaulHub can generally interface with most ticketing applications available. Contractors and Suppliers can receive a tutorial and support call from HaulHub, covering specifics such as IT security and other relevant details by visiting the following link: HaulHub - Landing Page.

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Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 11:05 AM
Company: United Materials of Great Falls, Inc.
Contact: Estimating
Special provision 41 specifies that this project is a category I project for ride. The length of the paving is only about 1100 lineal feet. Removing 50' at each bridge end as well as 50' at beginning and end of project, there is only about 800 lineal feet of pavement to be measured for ride. Would MDT consider changing or removing the ride specification for this project due to the amount of starting and stopping that will be required?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2024 08:26 AM
The project will remain Category 1 for Ride Specification.  SPECIAL PROVISION 401-13 is hereby added to the contract.

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Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 01:34 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction
Contact: Casey Shaw
With the closure schedule on these projects in the high-flow season, diversions and stream bypasses will need to be constructed to build the work. For Hogan Slough, there is no room to move water since the dig prism is the footprint of the new box, meaning a temporary channel and bypass will need to be constructed outside of the current dig prism to move the water. What bid item should this work be under?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 12:45 PM
Include all costs associated with dewatering in the unit cost of the associated construction item.

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Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 04:33 PM
Company: Knife River Prestress Inc.
Contact: James Moss
For the Elk Creek Overflow bridge can the dry in plant dry fit be done on a horizontal plane so that only the wing walls are sloped. This would help mitigate any sliding of product that could potentially damage pieces while still demonstrating the bridge properly fitting together.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 02:00 PM
Dry fit all components in such a way that ensures proper fit-up during installation on the project.  Dry fitting this on a horizontal plane is acceptable as long as it is representative of the final fit-up.

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Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 08:41 AM
Company: Montana Materials and Construction
Contact: Estimating
1. Regarding the GRADING, ADDITIONAL GRADING, AND EXCAVATION summaries...what is the total excavation for all summaries combined? What is the total embankment for all summaries combined?
2. For the topsoil bid item...Is all of this topsoil to be stripped from the site or is it all to be imported?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 05-AUG-2025 09:10 AM
1. Total excavation is 12,168 CY.  Total embankment is 8,278 CY. 
2. All topsoil is imported.

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Submitted: Tuesday 22-JUL-2025 09:11 AM
Company: Schellinger Construction Co., Inc.
Contact: Grant Roberts
Due to the slower phased installation of the box culverts 75 working days is not enough. Please add 15 working days to match the revised traffic control 90 days.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 28-JUL-2025 09:43 AM
15 working days are hereby added to the contract for a total of 90 working days. Special Provision 2. Contract Time is hereby replaced with the following special provision: CONTRACT TIME
Bid Item #618 030 075 – TRAFFIC CONTROL-DAY is hereby increased to 110 days.
An amendment will be issued, updated bid files will be posted.

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Submitted: Friday 25-JUL-2025 02:45 PM
Company: Northwest Pipe Fittings
Contact: JOSHUA HOFFMANN
What type of geotextile separation fabric will be needed for the 19,713.00 SQYDs listed in section 6040 of the proposal? Thank you!
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 03:35 PM
Any separation geotextile with moderate survivability that’s listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL) is acceptable.

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Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 03:35 PM
Company: Williams Civil Construction
Contact: Jakob Jackson
1) If allowed, I would like to request the Civil CAD files for this project (i.e. XML surfaces, linework etc.)
2) Please specify if the Crushed Aggregate Course should conform to Type A or Type B requirements per sections 701
3) Per section 12 of the special provisions I would like to request the remaining geotech information not provided in the bidding package.
thank you
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 05-AUG-2025 02:15 PM
1.The design files are posted here: DESIGN FILES
The requested files do not represent the staked project and are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents.  In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files pertaining to the staked project, change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions.  The project was designed in Bentley OpenRoads. The Department will not convert files to Civil3D.
2.Refer to Standard Specification Subsection 301.03.4 Crushed Aggregate Course for material requirements.
3.The Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation (460) and Geotechnical Engineering Report (466) are linked here. 460 GEOTECH EVALUATION 
466 GEOTECH REPORT
The requested files do not represent the staked project but are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files pertaining to the staked project, change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:01 AM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
Please provide Sign Design Calculations for this project
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 03:58 PM
The sign design files for the requested project are posted here: SIGN DESIGN CALCS

The requested files are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files prior to award. Changes needed via change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions, will be provided at that time. See the requirements of Subsection 619.03.2.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 12:22 PM
Company: LHC
Contact: Sam Weyers
Will MDT please clarify item 104030013 and SP #34, Dewatering for measurement and payment? IE - expectations for pump size, # of pumps, 24hrs/day, installation/removal/etc.
Will MDT please clarify SP #2, Contract Time? 11/17/25 NTP is expected for tree clearing and migratory bird requirement, but it is assumed that actual diversion and dewatering and box pipe installations won't start until July/Aug or low flow time frame? How will contract time be administered between April 15th, 2026 and low water conditions?
All three locations have overhead utilities that will have to be relocated prior to working in each site to allow for heavy equipment and crane work while setting boxes
Answer
Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 03:25 PM
MDT will not dictate the contractors means and methods for dewatering.

The NTP will remain as stated in the contract.  All tree clearing and vegetation removal must be completed in accordance with Subsection 208.03.4.  After April 15, 2026,  contract time will be suspended until June 15, 2026 or an earlier date as set by the contractor to allow for runoff.

MDT is aware the overhead utilities are in conflict and the goal is that they are mitigated prior to setting the boxes.  Any delays as a result of utility relocation will be handled in accordance with Special Provision 17.

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Submitted: Friday 01-AUG-2025 10:05 AM
Company: Mountain West Holding
Contact: Keith Johnston
Flagger – Shift and Pilot Car - Shift Could you please clear up how these items will be paid? If a flagger/pilot car works for 2 hours, will we be paid for a full shift or will the Department determine what percentage of the shift should be paid. Also, if a flagger/pilot car works a 15-hour shift, will the department pay just one shift, or will we be paid for more than one shift?

Traffic Control Day Will this item be paid for every day that devices are on the road, or is it only paid on days when personnel are working on the project?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 05-AUG-2025 08:47 AM
An authorized Pilot Car / Flagger that works 2 hours will be paid a shift, not a percentage of a shift.  An authorized Pilot Car / Flagger that works 15 hours would be paid 1 shift as majority of those hours would primarily fall within either a dayshift or a nightshift.

Traffic Control – Day will be paid per 618.04.

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Submitted: Thursday 17-JUL-2025 07:33 AM
Company: CK MAY EXCAVATING INC
Contact: Josh McKenzie
Can you please provide all design files including the CAD linework as .dwg or .vce, as well as the vertical/horizontal alignments for all roads and approaches, finish grade, and existing grade in .xml format.
Answer
Submitted: Friday 18-JUL-2025 3:00 PM
The design files for the requested project are posted here: DESIGN FILES
The requested files do not represent the staked project, but are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files pertaining to the staked project, change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:04 AM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
Please provide Sign Design Calculations for this project
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:32 AM
The sign design files for the requested project are posted here: SIGN DESIGN CALCS
The requested files are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files prior to award. Changes needed via change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions, will be provided at that time. See the requirements of Subsection 619.03.2.

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Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 08:14 AM
Company: Jeffery Contracting, LLC
Contact: George Friez
Special Provision #23, Clean Water Act Section 404 Permit and Section 401 Certification, sub-section B 2) states this permit authorization is valid until March 14, 2026. The project notice to proceed date of April 15, 2026, is beyond the permit authorization date. Will MDT get this date extended beyond the notice to proceed date?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 03:15 PM
If the work described in the CWA 404 Nationwide Permit is under contract before the date that the NWP expires, 12 months from the date of the expiration of the NWP is allowed to complete the activity under the present terms and conditions. If work were to continue beyond the 12 months, MDT would modify the permit to extend it.

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Submitted: Thursday 10-JUL-2025 04:50 PM
Company: Scougal Rubber Corp
Contact: Scott Nelson
Drawing 28831 calls out ASTM D449 anchor rods for the elastomeric bearing pad assemblies. This job has a very tight timeline and A449 generally takes longer to source. Is it acceptable to provide F1554, Grade 55 or 105 in lieu of A449?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 14-JUL-2025 04:07PM
ASTM F1554 Grade 55 anchor bolts may be used in lieu of ASTM A449 anchor bolts.  Use heavy hex nuts meeting the requirements of ASTM A563 Grade A.

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Submitted: Tuesday 15-JUL-2025 11:22 AM
Company: Frontier West LLC
Contact: Kris Anderson
Would MDT accept temporary concrete barriers on the structure if we are not able to procure bridge rail materials within the time stipulated in the contract for this season?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 21-JUL-2025 03:08 PM
MDT will allow a lightweight, MASH test level 3 compliant, low deflection system with MASH TL3 end protection.

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Submitted: Tuesday 15-JUL-2025 11:24 AM
Company: Frontier West LLC
Contact: Kris Anderson
Will MDT require temporary paving at the bridge ends before winter shutdown?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 21-JUL-2025 12:30 PM
See note on Sheet No. 7 of the road plans: PLACE EXCAVATABLE CONTROLLED LOW STRENGTH MATERIAL (CLSM) IN LIEU OF ASPHALT IN THIS AREA TO PROVIDE A TEMPORARY RIDING SURFACE OVER THE WINTER. MDT would also consider placement of temporary plant mix.

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Submitted: Wednesday 16-JUL-2025 10:38 AM
Company: Frontier West LLC
Contact: Kris Anderson
It is unlikely we would be able to procure the specified strip seal expansion joint for bent 4 in the timeframe per the contract. Would MDT please add 8 weeks to the completion date for this season, shut off time until the joint can be fabricated and delivered or would MDT accept a different expansion joint?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 21-JUL-2025 01:52 PM
The contract time completion date has been changed to January 16, 2026. Special Provision 2. Contract Time – Completion Date is hereby replaced with the following special provision: CONTRACT TIME – COMPLETION DATE

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Submitted: Friday 18-JUL-2025 11:35 AM
Company: Frontier West LLC
Contact: Kris Anderson
Concrete for the bearing pedestals is not quantified in a summary table. Would MDT please provide anticipated concrete quantity for the bearing pedestals and under which item they are paid for?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 21-JUL-2025 12:33 PM
Per the note on Sheet No. B3, include all costs associated with beam seat pedestal construction in the bid price for Revise Structure.  The estimated concrete quantity for the beam seat pedestals is 2.3 cubic yards.

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Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 06:51 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Jan Lusso
Please clarify if the Department will allow the use of permanent (Stay-In-Place) deck forms for construction of the new bridge deck.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 07:20 AM
Stay-in-place deck forms will not be allowed.

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Submitted: Wednesday 30-JUL-2025 06:49 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Jan Lusso
Reference is made to PROTECTION OF AQUATIC RESOURCES [208} Subsection B. Construction. This section states that impacts to aquatic resources (Beaverhead River) resulting from project activities have not been permitted or authorized. Please note there is substantial work involved with Spall & Crack Repair at both of the piers which will require isolation of the work areas from the active river channel. Please provide clarification as to the Departments intent on how this work is to be performed and if the Contractor will be responsible for obtaining permits in accordance with Subsection 208.03.2(B) to work within the live channel. Should the Contractor be required to obtain permits for this work it could have substantial impacts to the project schedule.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2024 10:32 AM
All work, including Spall and Crack Repair, is limited to areas above the waterline of the Beaverhead River.  No work is to be performed within the active river channel.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 11:24 AM
Company: Frontier West LLC
Contact: Kris Anderson
For bid item 501010401 CONCRETE-SHALLOW REPAIR are we to assume that all repairs will be above water level or will we need to chase spalls below water level?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 10:34 AM
See Answer to Question #7.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 12:14 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Jan Lusso
Reference is made to Sheet No. B12 which includes the SLAB POURING SEQUENCE. There are 6 individual slab sections shown to be placed in 4 separate pour operations however the plans do not provide Deck Placing Sequence Notes with respect to pours that may (or may not) be placed simultaneously or minimum durations between placement of adjacent slab pours. Please provide information accordingly.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 04-AUG-2025 10:31 AM
Areas labeled in the Slab Pouring Sequence with identical numbers may be placed simultaneously or sequentially, as long as the areas with the lowest numbers are placed before proceeding to an area with the next higher number.  There is no minimum duration required between placing adjacent areas, except to allow the concrete in the first area enough time to set sufficiently such that the bulkhead forms at the construction joint can be removed cleanly.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:32 AM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
Please provide Sign Design Calculations for this project
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 03:00 PM
The sign design files for the requested project are posted here: SIGN DESIGN CALCS

The requested files are only design files. The Department cannot guarantee the accuracy of the electronic data, particularly as it may be called up by your computer, nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. In addition, the Department will not make any revisions to the electronic files prior to award. Changes needed via change ordered work, or changes that are made during construction to fit field conditions, will be provided at that time. See the requirements of Subsection 619.03.2.

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Submitted: Thursday 31-JUL-2025 10:32 AM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
The Schedule of Items seems to have the signing item quantities reversed. They should be Signs - Increment XI at 614.1 sf and Signs - Sheet XI at 1276.7

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