Contractor's System Project Question and Answer Forum

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Submitted: Monday 20-JUL-2026 08:31 AM
Company: Riverside Contracting, Inc.
Contact: Cale Fisher
The digout sequencing in SP 3 would require storing the HiMA binder in tanks for an extended period of time in order to pave the first lift of pavement to progress to the next digout. There are some concerns with storing the HiMA binder for the time required to complete all of the digouts due to its stability and temperature requirements. Will MDT consider changing the binder for the first lift of pavement at the digout locations.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 23-JUL-2026 02:42PM
Use the added bid item COMMERCIAL MIX-1/2 IN-PG 58V-34 to place the bottom 0.30 feet of plant mix for the dig-out sections.

Bid item 401 020 162 COMMERCIAL MIX-1/2 IN-PG 58V-34, quantity of 5,105 TON, will be added by amendment.

Bid item 401 020 041 PLANT MIX SURF 1/2 IN-HIMA has been decreased to 32,327 tons.
Bid Item 402 020 098 ASPHALT BINDER PG 76E-34 has been decreased to 2,358 tons.
Bid item 401 020 300 HYDRATED LIME has been decreased to 481 tons.

An amendment will be issued, updated bid files will be posted. UPDATED SHEETS 8 AND 9

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Submitted: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 11:18 AM
Company: Mountain West Holding Company
Contact: Chris Connors
Please confirm that only 10 blockouts are included for replacement in the bid item Guardrail Steel Beam Unit as stated in special provision 24. The provision contains conflicting information by stating "Replace all damaged posts and blocks within the area of repair or at the direction of the Project Manager". Following another winter season makes it impossible to determine a quantity of posts and blocks to include as incidental to the wbeam replacement. Furthermore, the Department will need to provide a summary of any of the wbeam slated for replacement if it is not standard MGS wbeam (i.e. terminals or bridge approaches and what type) well in advance of performing the work so the contractor can order the proper materials. Sations are provided but per plan page 02, they are a best fit and not intended to be exact.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 3-AUG-2026 10:53AM
Bid this item assuming that 10 block-outs need replaced, if additional block-outs or posts need replacement they will be paid for under section 109.04 of the MDT standard specifications. The Project Manager will work with the successful bidder to get estimates of necessary guardrail replacement to the contractor so the proper materials can be ordered.

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Submitted: Wednesday 29-JUL-2026 07:57 AM
Company: Mountain West Holding Company
Contact: Keith Johnston
Could MDT clarify where the Traffic Actuated Signals are anticipated to be used on this project? Based on the traffic volumes on this project, we believe that Category 2 Traffic Actuated Signals would be more appropriate than Category 1 Traffic Actuated Signals. Would MDT consider revising the plans and bid schedule to specify Category 2 Traffic Actuated Signals in place of Category 1 signals?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 3-AUG-2026 10:57AM
The traffic actuated temporary signals are anticipated to be used for operations that require a lane closure. Traffic actuated temporary signals with a Type I level of service are required for this project.

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Submitted: Wednesday 29-JUL-2026 05:29 PM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
There a locations in the Signing plans that call for large overhead street name signs to be mounted to signal mast arms. An example is Station 23+29 OH. This 6'6" wide X 4' tall sign is called out in the plan as Sheet Aluminum but also says it requires backbracing. This sign should have Windbeam backbracing, making it an Increment sign and should be paid for as such. Please clarify MDT's intention with this and other locations where this issue occurs. These same locations, I'm assuming, will require the use of Astro Brackets. Can MDT provide a complete detail of how these signs are to be mounted to the signal mast arm.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 03-AUG-2026 12:20 PM
The sign dimensions for the overhead street name signs at Stations 23+29, 23+44, and 24+95 have been revised to allow the signs to utilize the existing sign support attachments on the signal mast arms.

The specified sheeting type remains unchanged for signs at 23+29 and 23+44. The sign at 24+95 has been revised from Sheet Aluminum – Increment to Sheet Aluminum. The sign quantities have been revised to reflect the updated sign dimensions and the associated sign design calculations. The removal type for signs at Stations 23+29 and 24+95 have been changed from, “Guide” to “Sign,” and the total quantity has been adjusted accordingly.

Bid Item 619 010 062 SIGNS-ALUM SHEET INCR XI SQFT is decreased to 482.2 SQFT
Bid Item 619 010 090 SIGNS-ALUM REFL SHEET XI SQFT is decreased to 1,729.00 SQFT
Bid Item 619 010 230 REMOVE SIGN EACH is increased to 258 EACH
Bid Item 619 010 240 REMOVE SIGN-GUIDE EACH is decreased to 3 EACH
An amendment will be issued, updated bid files will be posted.

Sheets S1, S2, S3 have been updated and are hereby incorporated into this contract: UPDATED SHEETS

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 30-JUL-2026 03:59 PM
Company: Alpine Sign Inc
Contact: John
Please provide Sign Design Calculations for this project.
Answer
Submitted: Monday 03-AUG-2026 12:15 PM
See Sign Design Calcs linked in the answer to question #4.

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Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 07:51 AM
Company: Riverside Contracting, Inc.
Contact: Cale Fisher
Will MDT allow the pullouts to be paved using the Commercial Plant Mix that has been added to the contract, allowing the milling and paving of the pullouts to be performed in conjunction with paving the bottom lift of the digouts?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 07-AUG-2026 07:25 AM
No, the bid item for the pullouts paving will not be changed. In accordance with special provision 3, Traffic Control Plan and Sequence of Operations: Alternate Sequence of Operations may be submitted for Project Manager review.

The Department will consider alternate sequencing such that other requirements of these provisions are satisfied, and the proposed sequence reduces impacts to the travelling public.

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Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 09:37 AM
Company: Riverside Contracting, Inc.
Contact: Cale Fisher
Will the contractor be allowed to close pullouts outside of the lane closure restrictions to use for equipment parking and staging?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 3-AUG-2026 03:43PM
The successful bidder may use Project Manager approved existing pullouts for equipment parking and staging. Coordinate with the Project Manager prior to closure to ensure access to adjacent properties is maintained. In accordance with the MDT standard specifications: Store or park construction equipment, vehicles, materials, and debris at least 10 feet behind guardrail or outside the clear zone. When this is impractical, use approved warning devices and protective measures to delineate the item. Only equipment and materials for immediate use or incorporation into the work may be placed within the clear zone.

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Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 02:23 PM
Company: Riverside Contracting, Inc.
Contact: Cale Fisher
With the project sequencing required in the special provisions our schedule shows utilizing all 110 working days during the 2027 season. Please add 15 working days to complete rumble strips, chip sealing and epoxy striping in 2028.
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 04-AUG-2026 07:21 AM
An additional 10 days will be added to the contract for a total of 120 working days. Special Provision #2 Contract Time – Flex Time Proceed Date is hereby replaced with the following special provision: CONTRACT TIME – FLEX TIME PROCEED DATE

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Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 03:34 PM
Company: Riverside Contracting, Inc.
Contact: Cale Fisher
Does MDT have any core logs for the dig out locations that can be provided? Or information on the existing pavement thickness at the dig out locations?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 03-AUG-2026 02:56 PM
No subsurface investigation was performed for the digout locations.  No boring logs or other geotechnical information is available for the digout locations.

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Submitted: Monday 20-JUL-2026 02:27 PM
Company: Sletten Construction
Contact: Ian McIntosh
Can mechanical milling be used to remove the bridge decks to a shallower depth prior to performing the final concrete removal with hydro demolition?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 21-JUL-2026 10:52 AM
Mechanical milling will not be allowed. Please bid as advertised.

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Submitted: Tuesday 21-JUL-2026 08:35 AM
Company: Thomas Industrial Coatings
Contact: Will Glaus
Do you have any photos of the abutments and ground conditions on these project that have bearing cleaning and coating work?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 28-JULY-2026 04:32PM
The available photos are linked: PHOTOS
Photos are for representation purposes only; actual conditions may vary.

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Submitted: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 09:50 AM
Company: L & J Construction Group, LLC
Contact: Estimating
The Polyester Polymer Concrete Overlay special provision stipulates "that the PPC overlay company must provide a project reference list of at least 2 successful PPC overlay projects with a 50 cubic yard minimum PPC quantity completed within the last 5 years". Can this requirement be waved since this is such a small project so Montana contractors can bid it? This was asked and answered on a previous project and the answer was "Contractors without prior history of utilizing PPC Overlay must have a Manufacturer’s Representative onsite to provide oversite for the product application".
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 28-JULY-2026 04:16PM
Contractors without prior history of utilizing PPC Overlay must have a Manufacturer’s Representative onsite to provide oversight for the product application.

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Submitted: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 10:37 AM
Company: L & J Construction Group, LLC
Contact: Estimating
We need to assume a deck condition after Bridge Deck Milling for Engineering Analysis. Previous Q/A instructed the contractor to assume no debonding of the top mat of rebar. The Department also stated that changes in the contractor's operations resulting from reduced deck capacity would be considered extra work. Will this project follow the same guidelines?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 28-JULY-2026 04:23PM
Bid this work under the assumption that the rebar remains bonded. If significant debonding is encountered during construction and requires changes to the contractor’s operations, it will be considered extra work and considered for time extension under 108.07.5. The STRUCTURE ANALYSIS bid item is included to pay for the engineering analysis and report.

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Submitted: Thursday 30-JUL-2026 09:05 AM
Company: Mountain West Holding Company
Contact: Chris Connors
Special provision 3 includes a reference to a need for temporary fence on structure 05010 Flower Creek. Please clarify how that is to be paid.
Answer
Submitted: Friday 31-JULY-2026 12:46PM
Bid Item 607 100 551 Fence – Temporary, quantity - 500 LNFT is hereby added to the project. An amendment will be issued; updated bid files will be posted.
UPDATED: Monday 03-AUG-2026 12:45 PM
Updated plan sheets can be found at the following links:
REVISED PLAN SHEET 2
REVISED PLAN SHEET 7

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Submitted: Tuesday 21-JUL-2026 02:20 PM
Company: White Resources Group, Inc.
Contact: Estimation
How are the curb return fillets to be paid on sheets 11 and 22?
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 23-JUL-2026 09:15 AM
The removal and replacement of the curb return fillets for the 3 locations on sheets 11 and 22 will be paid for as MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS-SQYD.

The following bid item is hereby added to this project:
104030037 - MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS-SQYD – 13.5 SQYD

An amendment will be issued; updated bid files will be posted.
UPDATED: Tuesday 04-AUG-2026 07:17 AM
The following sheets have been updated: SHEET 2, SHEET 9, SHEET 22

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Submitted: Monday 27-JUL-2026 07:28 AM
Company: Hollow Contracting, Inc
Contact: Cal Hollow
Would MDT be willing to issue a Notice to Proceed in 2026, allowing a portion of the project to be completed during the 2026 construction season?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 09:50 AM
Construction will not be allowed prior to the notice to proceed.

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Submitted: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 03:43 PM
Company: Jeffery Contracting
Contact: Kieley Cassidy
There are trees overhanging portions of the job that would interfere with performing some work on the project, will MDT trim overhanging branches before work begins?
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 4-AUG-2026 08:39AM
Tree trimming will be performed prior to June 1, 2027.

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Submitted: Friday 10-JUL-2026 08:19 AM
Company: Century Companies Inc
Contact: Shane Nelson
With the current detour configuration it seems like there will be a need for temporary shoring in order to reduce the footprint of the pipe excavation and protect traffic. Will MDT add a bid item for temporary shoring or is there a bid item that the temporary shoring will be incidental to?
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 15-JUL-2026 08:45 AM
No, MDT will not add a bid item for shoring.  Per Subsection 207.05 protective measures for culvert installation in trenches is included in the contract unit price per foot of pipe.  MDT will consider one lane detours with the appropriate traffic control measures incorporated for the safe and efficient flow of traffic through the work zone; include any costs for traffic control devices for one lane detours in the traffic control bid item.

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Submitted: Tuesday 14-JUL-2026 12:03 PM
Company: Century Companies Inc
Contact: Shane Nelson
Will bypass pumping of the creek be allowed under the permits currently held for this project or will the contractor need to attain additional permitting for this element of work?
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 15-JUL-2026 08:46AM
Per the CWA404 special provision, the permanent features of this project are authorized under a US Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit 3 – Maintenance. Depending on the means and methods, the contractor would obtain authorization for the temporary features of this project (e.g. work bridges, work pads, cofferdams, diversions, etc.) under a US Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit 33 – Temporary Construction, Access, and Dewatering. For temporary discharges, submit a written description to the Project Manager detailing the temporary facilities planned for the project, along with the associated restoration plan.

Per the Stream Protection Act 124 special provision, the preconstruction SPA 124 Permit/Authorization does not cover the construction of temporary facilities such as work bridges, work pads, cofferdams, temporary detours, diversions, etc. Depending on means and methods, the contractor would obtain a temporary facility SPA 124 Permit/Authorization from FWP.

Also, please see section 208.03.3.C from the spec book: Construction De-Watering Permit. A Construction De-Watering General Permit Authorization is required for any construction activity that discharges sediment-laden water from the work area, such as cofferdams, trenches, excavation pits, or other work types identified in the permit, to state waters. Obtain authorization from the Water Protection Bureau, DEQ before discharging into any state waters. If sediment-laden water is land-applied and will not reach state waters, then a discharge permit is not required.
 

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Submitted: Wednesday 29-JUL-2026 06:43 PM
Company: Century Companies Inc
Contact: Shane Nelson
Does MDT have any supplemental geotechnical information for this project?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 3-AUG-2026 12:19PM
Due to the accelerated nature of this project, a geotechnical field investigation was not conducted.  No supplemental Geotechnical information is available.
 

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Submitted: Thursday 16-JUL-2026 12:36 PM
Company: Sundt Construction
Contact: Joe Padon
Can the Geotech/Soil Survey/Surfacing Reports be made available along with the electronic files for the project.
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 21-JUL-2026 10:20 AM
Linked are PDF Files of the available project alignment and/or structures geotechnical report(s), geotechnical report supplements, and geotechnical laboratory summaries. There is remaining geotechnical information that is voluminous and very difficult to compile in a concise manner. Contractors are welcome to come to MDT Headquarters to inspect rock samples taken for the project that are stored here or to look through the complete set of Geotechnical field investigation notes, laboratory testing, analytical, or other data in our project files. It should be noted that the project may have undergone significant changes during the design process after the original geotechnical report and supplements were issued. Thus, some of the information contained in these documents may be out of date or not applicable with regard to the advertised project. Some of the changes include, but are not limited to: Project splits (for funding, ROW issues, etc.) alignment and grade changes; and changes due to environmental factors (sensitive areas, etc.). The documents can be found at the following link: GEOTECH REPORTS

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Submitted: Friday 17-JUL-2026 10:42 AM
Company: Sundt
Contact: Joe Padon
Can the as-built drawings for the existing structures be made available
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 21-JUL-2026 11:05 AM
The files linked below represent the as-built drawings for the structures.  MDT provides them for informational purposes only. They do not include drawings for modifications to the structures, such as joint replacements and guardrail revisions and may not completely represent current conditions.  Thus, some of the information contained in these documents may be out of date or not applicable with regard to the advertised project.  The contractor should not rely solely on the as-built drawings provided for bidding purposes nor does any data in these files supersede the data in the contract documents. AS-BUILTS

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Submitted: Friday 17-JUL-2026 03:31 PM
Company: Knife River Billings
Contact: Brandon Brown
Can you please provide the design files (CAD, XML, TIN) for the project.
Answer
Submitted: Tuesday 21-JUL-2026 11:00 AM
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: Friday 17-JUL-2026 05:25 PM
Company: SolarMax LED Inc.
Contact: Odalis Oliva
Can you please confirm if there would be an opportunity to submit lighting fixtures for review and pre-approval? Or will proposed fixtures be evaluated and approved after bid opening?
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 23-JUL-2026 12:43PM
Submittals for materials will not be reviewed or pre-approved prior to Contract award.  Ensure all lighting materials meet MDT’s Standard Specifications, Special Provision #16 DOMESTIC MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS, Special Provision #68 HIGH EFFICACY LUMINAIRE LED, and Special Provision #69 UNDERPASS LUMINAIRE LED.
UPDATED: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 03:45 PM

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Submitted: Monday 20-JUL-2026 03:15 PM
Company: Sundt Construction
Contact: Joe PADON
For the crossovers the job specs call out 3 pay items, Traffic Control Crossover, Traffic Control Two-Way Traffic and Traffic control. There is not a bid item for the Two-Way Traffic by the mile.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 23-JUL-2026 02:12PM
The following Special Provision hereby replaces Special Provision #76 in the contract: CROSSOVER TRAFFIC CONTROL
The 2 bid items below are hereby added to the contract.
Bid Item #618030180 – TRAFFIC CONTROL-CROSSOVER – 4.0 EACH
Bid Item #618030190 – TRAFFIC CONTROL-TWO WAY TRAF – 2.0 MILES
An amendment will be issued, updated bid files will be posted.
Traffic Control outside of the crossovers will be included in the Traffic Control – LS bid item except for the signalized intersections detailed in Special Provision #79.  Payment for temporary traffic signals at the Johnson Lane/Old Hardin Road intersection and the Johnson Lane/Eastbound I90 Ramps intersection will be made at the contract unit price bid for MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS B-LS

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Submitted: Wednesday 22-JUL-2026 07:50 AM
Company: Sundt Construction
Contact: Joe PADON
Is there an electronic SUE file for the project limits?
Answer
Submitted: Friday 24-JUL-2026 02:50 PM
The requested file represents utility locations prior to relocation efforts that are currently taking place.  Please see Special Provision #17 (Status of Utilities) for more information on Utility relocation work.
The design files for the requested project are posted here: SUE 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: Friday 24-JUL-2026 02:47 PM
Company: The Lighting Agency North
Contact: Frank Dugas
On item 619 010 525 OVERHEAD CANTILEVER STRUCTURES are the wind dampeners actually sign blanks? Or are you looking for a true damper system similar to the Valmont TR1 system?
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 29-JUL-2026 02:55 PM
The plans call for blank signs to be used for Wind Dampener devices.  See plan sheet notes for more information.  Alternative wind dampening systems would need to be submitted for review after Contract award.

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Submitted: Friday 24-JUL-2026 03:02 PM
Company: The Lighting Agency North
Contact: Frank Dugas
Item #617 183 050 10-A-500-0 is shown as a simple pole with a single traffic signal mounted to it. Can you tell us what height the signal should be mounted at (and thus how tall the pole must be)?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 27-JUL-2026 03:26 PM
There are three items mounted on the 10-A-500-0 poles (presence radar detection, signal indication, and pedestrian push button/pedestrian signal indication). Radar detection is the controlling factor for mounting height. The project proposal includes 40' pole heights.

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Submitted: Friday 24-JUL-2026 03:17 PM
Company: The Lighting Agency North
Contact: Frank Dugas
We are unable to locate the Typical Section information for sta. 203+07 or 115+67 where the OH Metal Sign Bridges are being installed. It is not listed on the Typical Section Guide or Summary or any of the actual Sections. Am I just missing it, or is it not listed on the plans? This affects the sizing of the sign bridge items.
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 30-JULY-2026 12:13PM 
Plan sheets S22 & S23 have been revised to include cross-section data for Johnson Lane Sta 203+07 NB and 115+67 SB: LINK

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Submitted: Tuesday 28-JUL-2026 04:10 PM
Company: Knife River Billings
Contact: Brandon Brown
Could we get the .tin file from the design files converted to a .xml file?
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 30-JUL-2026 1:55 PM
The link in the response to Question #3 has been updated to include the file in the requested format.

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Submitted: Thursday 30-JUL-2026 11:48 AM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Casey Shaw
Drawings B8, B9, and B12 show elastomeric bearings at each bent and reference Drawing B16 for more details. B16 also calls out elastomeric bearings, but references Detail A for end bents and Detail B for intermediate bents. Where are Details A and B provided? Also, Standard Drawing MTS shows details for fixed bearings, but fixed bearings aren't referenced anywhere else in the drawings or specs. Are the details on Standard Drawing MTS relevant for end bents at the bridges on this project?
Answer
Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 10:07 AM
Details for bearings on Standard Drawing MTS do not apply to these bridges. All bearings at end bents and intermediate bents are the elastomeric bearings shown on Sheet No. B16. Detail A and Detail B called out in the erection plan on Sheet No. B16 are located on Sheet No. B17 showing the beam clip and other beam end details.

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Submitted: Thursday 30-JUL-2026 04:34 PM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Casey Shaw
What are the finish requirements for the Reinforced Concrete Retaining Wall (Bid Item 1760), shown on Drawing Sheet 141?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 3-AUG-2026 10:36AM
Provide a finish for the referenced retaining wall in accordance with Standard Specifications 552.03.10 and 552.03.11 D.

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Submitted: Thursday 30-JUL-2026 04:27 PM
Company: CEI
Contact: Wade Smith
Is there going to be a IMSA signal installer certificate requirement to install signals on this project?
Answer
Submitted: Monday 03-AUG-2026 03:10 PM
IMSA signal installer certification is not required on this project.

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Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 08:54 AM
Company: Sundt Construction
Contact: Joe PADON
Bid Item 1750 614010046 DSGN & CNST MSE-Wall-Modular Block SY of 289 does not match the qty in the plan pages 149-151
Answer
Submitted: Thursday 6-AUG-2026 03:32PM
Please refer to Clarification #2.
 

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Submitted: Friday 31-JUL-2026 04:58 PM
Company: Sundt Construction
Contact: Joe PADON
Will speed limits on Johnson Lane, Old Hardin RD and the North Frontage Rd be allowed to be lowered 10MPH in the work zone limits during construction for worker and public safety>
Answer
Submitted: Monday 3-AUG-2026 12:39PM
Establish work zone speed limits in accordance with Standard Specification 618.03.13 and Table 618-05.

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Submitted: Wednesday 05-AUG-2026 07:41 AM
Company: Montana Fence Co.
Contact: Eric Wutke
Bid item #607100008 Fence Special Design. Note calls out vinyl coated black chainlink.
Question 1. Do you want just the fabric to be black? Or do you want a powder coated A.S.T.M. F1043 Group I.C. Black framework compliant with AASHTO M181 Type 1,Grade 2,RR-F-191/3, Class 1, Grade B,?

Question 2. There are many different choices. Of vinyl coated black chainlink. Do you want ASTM A 668, Class 2a? 11 gauge core 8 gauge finish extruded bonded? Or ASTM A 668 class 2a, 9 gauge core/6 gauge finish? Or class 1 11 gauge core 8 gauge finish with no ASTM designation. Or ASTM F668 Class 2b. Fused and adhered with a 10 gauge core 9 gauge finish? Or the same in a 9 gauge core 8 gauge finish?

3. If the framework is powder coated black can we assume all fasteners and accessories will also be powder coated black?

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Submitted: Wednesday 05-AUG-2026 10:06 AM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Casey Shaw
Traditionally, substructure elements are removed 3' below grade. Is this the requirement for existing substructure elements? Where existing footings/pile are in conflict with new substructure, are existing elements to be removed in their entirety?

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Submitted: Wednesday 05-AUG-2026 09:50 AM
Company: Hamilton Construction Co.
Contact: Casey Shaw
A total of four closures (5 days/each) are allowed for both lanes of Johnson for demolishing each existing bridge and setting new girders, however there are no closures allotted for driving pile at bents 2 and 3. These pile are long and require sizable cranes to drive. This is very dangerous work to allow directly adjacent to the traveling public. Would MDT please allow an additional closure at each bridge for driving these pile to prevent safety issues?

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Submitted: Wednesday 05-AUG-2026 04:57 PM
Company: Sundt Construction
Contact: joseph boaz padon
Can the as-builts for the existing structures in Pond 1 be made available

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Submitted: Tuesday 04-AUG-2026 09:39 AM
Company: Wickens Construction, Inc.
Contact: Casey Durbin
Can MDT provide a mass diagram and geotechnical information, if anymore is available, for the project?
Answer
Submitted: Wednesday 5-AUG-2026 09:19AM
Linked are PDF Files of the available project alignment and/or structures geotechnical report(s), geotechnical report supplements, and geotechnical laboratory summaries.  There is remaining geotechnical information that is voluminous and very difficult to compile in a concise manner.  Contractors are welcome to come to MDT Headquarters to inspect rock samples taken for the project that are stored here or to look through the complete set of Geotechnical field investigation notes, laboratory testing, analytical, or other data in our project files.  It should be noted that the project may have undergone significant changes during the design process after the original geotechnical report and supplements were issued.  Thus, some of the information contained in these documents may be out of date or not applicable with regard to the advertised project. Some of the changes include, but are not limited to: Project splits (for funding, ROW issues, etc.) alignment and grade changes; and changes due to environmental factors (sensitive areas, etc.).  The documents can be found at the following link: GEOTECH REPORTS

The mass diagram is provided for informational purposes only and represents plan quantities.  The Contractor remains responsible for selecting the best means and methods to complete the project within project guidelines. MASS DIAGRAM

 

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Submitted: Wednesday 05-AUG-2026 10:58 AM
Company: Riverside Contracting, Inc.
Contact: George Shick
Can MDT post the design files?

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