The purpose of this RFQQ is to receive competitive bids and award a WSDOT contract for the installation of 6 Remote Avalanche Control Systems for Interstate 90 in the Snoqualmie Pass area. By responding to this Request for Quotations and Qualifications (RFQQ), proposer agrees that they have read and understand all documents within this RFQQ package. Specifications. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a qualified and responsive bidder to install 6 already acquired Wyssen LS-12 Remote Avalanche Control System (RACS) towers on Denny and Granite Mountains above I-90 Snoqualmie Pass. WSDOT requires the installation at the six locations can meet the following specifications and functionality after installation: Must be able to perform avalanche mitigation from a location in or near the starting zone. Be remotely operated by cellular with a radio backup Have sufficient solar panels and battery capacity for low-light conditions Ability to shed heavy snow build up Remotely deploy a large high explosive charge 5kg or greater with two igniter system Deploy 5kg explosive charge at a minimum distance of 1.5m above the snowpack surface as an air blast detonation Must be able to deploy a minimum of 12 explosives charges before resupply Remote unit must confirm explosive detonation Meet ATF/WA State L&I requirements for secure storage of explosives or have variance from ATF/WA St L&I RAC must be deployable and retrievable by a helicopter at 7,000’ ft. Individual units cannot weigh more than 1200 lbs. fully loaded. RAC must be deployable and retrievable by a helicopter Explosive effect on the snowpack must be 360 degrees
