Q and A Document 2.docx

1. Incumbent Contractor

· Please identify the current incumbent performing these services.

Dirt Busters

2. Current Contract Value & Pricing Structure

· What is the total obligated value to date (base + options) and the current annual/ monthly price being paid?

$1,576.74 a month – 5 days a week

· Were any price adjustments (e.g., escalation, scope changes) issued during the incumbent’s period of performance?

No

3. On-Site Storage Availability

· Is secure on-site storage (closet, cage, or room) available for janitorial supplies and equipment?

Yes

· If so, please provide the approximate square footage, location, and any access or safety restrictions.

Approximately 48.5 square feet

· If no storage is provided, are there Government-preferred off-site facilities or distance limits we must observe?

4. Square Footage & Space Configuration

· Please confirm the total cleanable square footage by building/area and note any planned renovations or space additions during the contract term.

Approximately 5810.5 square feet

5. Service Frequency & Hours

· Are there any building-specific time restrictions (e.g., secure areas, quiet hours) that could affect task scheduling?

B. Hours of Work Unless otherwise agreed to by the Contractor and the Contracting Officer’s Representative, work shall be performed between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. on regular office business days which are Monday through Friday.

· Will the Government consider alternate service hours if necessary to meet performance standards?

No

6. Government-Furnished Supplies (GFS)

· The solicitation mentions certain consumables may be Government-furnished.

– Please list which items (e.g., toilet paper, hand soap, trash liners) will be provided and in what quantities or delivery cadence.

Contractor will supply toilet paper, paper towels, soap,and trash liners.

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

Attachment 1 Performance - Based Statement of Objectives Scope of Contract This contract is for janitorial services with a Performance-Based Statement of Objectives on the Wayne National Forest, Ironton District, Pedro, Ohio. As a performance-based contract, the requirements are stated in terms of desired results with associated quality standards.

The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, labor, equipment, material, tools, supplies, supervision, management, and services, except as may be expressly set forth as Government furnished, and otherwise do all things necessary to or incident to, perform and provide the work efforts described in this performance work statement.

The Contractor shall determine how much labor is needed to perform the task, what methods will be used to complete the job, and which supplies, materials and requirements are needed. The results of the work performed under this contract will conform to the Janitorial Work Quality Requirements and the Government expects that upon daily or periodic inspections that these performance standards will be met or exceeded.

– If GFS levels fall below threshold, what is the expected notification or replenishment process?

Contractor will supply consumables

7. Quality Assurance Regime

· Will a Government Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) be provided prior to award, or should the Contractor propose one with the offer?

See Attachment 3 - QASP

8. Site Visit or Pre-Proposal Conference

· Is a site visit mandatory or optional? If scheduled, please confirm the date/time and the number of representatives each offeror may bring.

Site visits are not mandatory

9. Wage Determination & Collective Bargaining

· Does the incumbent workforce operate under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)?

No

· If yes, please provide the CBA or any required wage/benefit information to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Labor Standards.

10. Transition-In Requirements

· What is the expected transition-in period (calendar days) from award to start of performance?

September 9th

· Will the incumbent’s equipment remain on-site for potential purchase or must the new Contractor fully mobilize its own assets?

Fully mobilize its own assets

11. Invoice & Payment Terms

· Are invoices submitted monthly in arrears, and what is the typical payment timeline once a proper invoice is received?

Monthly, 30 days from the time the invoice is approved

12. Early Cancellation or Funding Changes

· Under what circumstances might the Government partially or fully de-scope the contract, and how will price adjustments be handled?

See 12444325Q0047