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Bid Title

DN01152 (15RE.21.3) Polk County Welcome Center, Rest Area & Vending Renovation At Polk County Welcome Center On I-26 In Polk County Addendum 1

Issuing Agency

Division of Highways

Location

North Carolina

Published Date

Mar 18, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 24, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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DN01152 (15RE.21.3) Polk County Welcome Center, Rest Area & Vending Renovation At Polk County Welcome Center On I-26 In Polk County

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W. S. Architects, PA

3305 Durham Drive, S. 109

Raleigh, NC 27603

919.779.9797

www.wsarchitectspa.com

Project:

SCO#:

Date

Polk County Welcome Center &

Rest Area Renovation

I-26 Northbound

Columbus, NC

25-30577-01A

March 17, 2026

ADDENDUM #1

See below notes based on questions received to date, attached updated spec section and bulletin

drawing. This Addendum is considered a part of the Contract Documents and plans. Bidders shall

review the Addendum and incorporate the modified requirements in their proposals. It is the Contractor’s

responsibility to assure that all changes and/or additions noted in the Addendum are included in the bid.

Prime Contractors are responsible for assuring that their subcontractors and suppliers have received the

information in all Addenda.

1. Confirm whether the existing star logo is to be replaced with new stamped concrete.

The star will not be replaced in the concrete. The new concrete is not stamped or

stained.

2. Should be removed sub-stone base materials during demolition of the stamped concrete.

If the existing stone base is disturbed during construction then it shall be

replaced per detail 2/G0.2.

3. Existing Ramp to remain at Rest area building as shown on drawings G0.2 currently stamped

concrete. The new stamped concrete will not match, please advise.

The existing ramp to remain in order not to disturb the stone walls. The new

concrete is not stamped or stained.

4. Do we have any grading work required as a part of this project?

The fine grading as required for the scope of work shown only. Any disturbance

of grade for work to be completed shall be repaired.

5. Confirm if there is a landscaping allowance included for the work areas surrounding the buildings.

Landscaping is not included in this project other than reseeding any lawn

disturbed during construction

6. Confirm whether temporary construction fencing around the work area is required to be

included or not.

No defined fencing is required to be included in the contract. However, there will

be a limited area of work determined onsite with the engineer and the GC is

responsible for securing the site and work area. DOT forces will barricade the

entrances from the interstate to limit traffic as needed.

7. On the site layout drawings, the note indicates to replace railing. However, it is not specified

whether the existing railing should be reused and reinstalled or if a completely new railing is to be

provided. Please confirm whether the new railing needs to meet ADA complaints.

New railing to be provided to replace existing and it shall meet ADA. See attached

bulletin drawing for further clarification

8. Provide the specifications for the flooring products indicated in the drawings, including LVT,

rubber base, and carpet tile for welcome center

There is no LVT or rubber base listed in the finish schedule for the Welcome

Center. The floor tile in the Welcome Center airlock and foyer is to be the same as

the floor tile in the rest area building. The carpet tile in the Welcome Center is

new. If damaged during construction, it should be replaced in kind.

9. Please confirm if any new attic access panels are required buildings. As two existing attic access

panels were observed in the drawings.

Yes, please replace the attic access panels in the rest area building only. See

attached bulletin drawing for detail.

10. Needing clarification on insulated glass. Are both Lites to be laminated? Or 1 lite laminated and 1

lite tempered or Both Lites tempered.

All glass to meet safety glazing requirements of NCSBC section 2406. Where

safety glazing is required per this code section, it may be either laminated or

tempered.

11. Obscure glass in bathroom windows 1 lite obscure and 1 lite laminated or 1 lite obscure and 1 lite

tempered

Both panes to be safety glazing if required by section 2406 of NCSBC. Only the

interior pane has to be obsure.

12. Need spec on resin panel at storefront D and E

See attached spec. Please note that this panel is in addition to insul. glass panel

as needed for energy requirements.

13. Confirm whether the existing HVAC concrete pad is adequate for the new equipment, or if new

concrete pads will be required?

The new HVAC units are larger than existing so new concrete pads will be

required.

14. Clarify whether we are required to install new backer board behind the wall tile as part of the

scope of work.

Please include replacing the backer board behind the wall tile in the contract.

15. Confirm whether repairs to the existing building stone are required?

No existing stone masonry repairs are anticipated. Please include a soft cleaning

near the end of the project to improve appearance.

16. Could you provide the Fire Extinguisher layout for all the buildings?

The fire extinguishers are only being replaced in the Rest Area building. The fire

extinguishers in the other buildings are existing to remain.

17. Who is providing Temporary Power, Water & heating facilities?

The site will be closed to the public. Utilities that are existing may be used by the

GC to the extent possible. Otherwise, other temporary power, water, etc. is to be

provided by the GC.

18. The aluminum louvered fence panels only come in horizontal configurations, but the

specs show the Louver fencing system is vertical configurations. Please Confirm.

The fencing that faces the existing sidewalk and the parking will be vertical panels

and the horizontal louvered sections face the interstate.

19. Are there any Sitework testing required as per NCDOT during construction.

The only construction testing anticipated is for concrete. This testing will be

handled by the Resident Engineer.

20. Based on the demolition drawings, a sanitary napkin disposal unit is shown in the family

restroom. However, in the new rest area planning drawings, a replacement unit is not indicated.

Please confirm whether a new sanitary napkin disposal unit is to be provided and installed in the

family restroom

Please provide a new sanitary napkin disposal in the family restroom. See N in

the toilet accessory schedule.

Rest Area:

21. The RCP doesn’t show ceiling heights. Detail 18/A1.5 scales to 8’-0” and the bathroom elevations

scale to 9’-0”. Please confirm ceiling heights.

The existing ceiling height is approximately 8’-4”. The site is currently open to the

public and a site visit is recommended.

22. Detail 2/A1.2: Does the Waterproofing apply to all tile floor and wall areas, or just the restrooms

for the wall portion?

This detail applies to the floors and walls in all the restrooms.

23. Per Section 09300 Tile:

a) It appears we are to figure floor prep. This would have to be an estimate until we determine

exactly what must be done.

The contract price is fixed not an estimate.

b) Are we sure this existing tile isn’t on a mortar bed? I know a lot of Rest Areas are on a mortar bed

installation.

The existing drawings from the original construction list the tile as thin-set.

24. Section 09300 lists Laticrete as Basis of Design, however it says Mapei will be considered. If the

products we plan to use meet or exceed ANSI specs. do we need to pre-submit for approval?

If the setting products, meet the specifications and are single sourced, they will be

considered.

25. The plans show Schluter trims to be Satin Aluminum. However, 09300 2.6 B. shows all to be

Stainless Steel. There is a tremendous amount of price difference from Aluminum to Stainless

Steel, please verify.

Please provide the Schluter trims as Aluminum.

26. We assume the Rest Area is a complete shut down and all work to be in one phase, correct?

Yes, all buildings on the site will be closed to the public. Property and contents

may still be accessed by staff. The ‘existing to remain’ sections of the project are

to be protected from damage and unused by GC unless approved by engineer.

27. The plans call for 1/8” grout lines on all tiles but some tiles shown recommend 3/16” grout lines.

We will follow the manufacture’s recommendations, correct?

Correct. We will follow all manufacturer’s recommendations but require the grout

joints be as narrow as possible.

28. Please confirm the bathroom walls with two colors of tile will grout all in the same color, or if there

will be two grout colors.

For pricing purposes, please include as if each tile spec’ed could have it’s own

grout color. For clarity, the Best Tile, Vermont Cream with Craft tile above is the

small dash pattern in the restrooms. The small to medium dash pattern in the

lobby is the Cocoon by Caesar.

WELCOME CENTER:

29. Does this mean we should figure doing this work outside of normal work hours?

No, the site is closed to the public. Normal business hours will be acceptable.

30. There is no specific tiles listed for the Welcome Center. Is the new Airlock tile to try and

match existing? This will most likely not be possible.

The floor tile in the Welcome Center airlock and foyer is to be the same as the

floor tile in the rest area building. See # 8 above.

31. We assume the will be patching of existing here where the old Air lock is removed, correct?

Again, a match may not be available.

This floor area will become carpet tile to match existing. This carpet is fairly

new and should be able to be matched. The drywall walls and ceiling to be

patched and repaired. The building is open to the public and a site visit is

recommended.

32. The plans include details for the outdoor signage at the Welcome Center; however, the

signage is not shown or specifically called out on any of the plan sheets. Please confirm.

Dimensional letters spelling “WELCOME CENTER” to be placed over new entry.

OTHER

• Extent of Removal: Please clarify the exact limits of the existing stamped concrete removal. Does the

scope require the demolition and removal of all existing stamped concrete in this area, or just specific

sections?

All shaded areas shown on G0.2 are existing stamped concrete and should be

removed and replaced with a typical concrete per 2/G0.2. The only remaining

stamped concrete should be at the ramp in front of the rest area between the

stone walls.

• Replacement Finish & Motif: For the new concrete, are we required to match the existing stamped finish

(including the star motif), or should the replacement simply be a standard broom finish?

The new concrete will not be stamped or stained. There will not be a star.

The new sidewalk finish will be brushed to provide a durable slip-resistant finish.

The sidewalk shall not hold water or allow ponding. It may have a maximum

cross-slope of 2%. Control joints and expansion joints will be placed as needed.

• Color Specifications: If the replacement concrete is to be stamped, please provide the approved color

scheme, including any specifications for integral color and release.

The new concrete will not be stained.

Clarification is needed regarding the restroom building finish on Sheet A1.2. The Finish Schedule

indicates paint on all walls in the men's and women's toilet rooms, but Sheet A1.5 elevations show a tile

finish on the walls. I would like direction on which finish is correct.

The area above the tile is to be painted per the schedule.

A note on the plans states that the Welcome Center building will remain open during construction. Can

you advise the hours it will be open?

No, the site is closed to the public.

Since there is no mention of the restroom or vending buildings, should we assume they will be closed to

the public during construction?

The entire site is closed to the public.

Signed,

3/18/2026

Ginger Summer

Project Architect

ginger@wsarchitectspa.com

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END OF ADDENDUM #1

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• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

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