Questions from Industry Thru 3 Feb 2023.pdf

Questions from Industry 12805B23Q0139 As of 3 February 2023

1. Will the USDA provide a list of submittals that are required?

Govt Response: USDA requires Product Data Sheets for all coils being replaced. No other submittals required.

2. Contract closeout in the solicitation states to maintain documents under project record drawings, will the USDA be providing project plans to maintain?

Govt Response: No. This item is not applicable to this project. Overall, USDA plans are not changing.

3. Will the USDA be extending the period of performance out till there is a (10) day forecast at or above 40 degrees Fahrenheit?

Govt Response: Not Automatically. All excusable delays, to include unusually severe weather, would be handled IAW FAR 52.213-4 (e).

4. Is it required to have supervision from the general contractor on site during the period of performance?

Govt Response: Yes, at least while work is being performed, not the entire period of performance. Please read FAR 52.236-6, Superintendence by the Contractor.

5. Are there any other supervision requirements from the general contractor for example, a quality control manager?

Govt Response: Yes. Per C.9, Key Personnel, the contractor shall identify the project manager, quality control manager, site safety officer, and onsite supervisors. There is no requirement for them to be on-site however, minus the site superintendent.

6. Will there be any testing and balancing required by the contractor?

Govt Response: No. Contractor shall prove to USDA that all equipment installed is working properly prior to final acceptance of project and final payment.

7. Will there be any commissioning required by the contractor?

Govt Response: No formal commissioning is required.