Attachment 7 Questions and Answers.pdf

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Greenhouse Vent Repairs for USDA ARS in Corvallis, OR (Amended)
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This document contains a set of Questions and Answers related to a federal contract opportunity for Greenhouse Vent Repairs for the USDA ARS in Corvallis, OR. The key details are:

The contract opportunity is a total small business set-aside solicitation with an estimated magnitude between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The work involves providing all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, supervision, and transportation to repair greenhouse vents in Corvallis, OR. The period of performance is 90 days after Notice to Proceed. Bonds are due 10 days after award. The Department of Labor General Decision #OR20240094 dated 6/7/2024 is applicable.

The Q&A addresses questions on personnel requirements, phasing for occupied facilities, and the potential for extending the period of performance due to long lead times on equipment. The contract can be extended in the event of long lead times provided the contractor demonstrates the delays from the manufacturer.

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1. Do the Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals?

Answer: No, but quality control should be separate from the superintendent.

2. (If building is occupied) Are there any phasing requirements? How many people will be in the building? Are there any temporary heating/cooling requirements?

Answer: The headhouse will be occupied and the greenhouses will have one person in them once a day to check on plants. Plants will remain in the greenhouses and will be moved from the immediate areas of construction. All work between November 1 to March 1 must be phased between the greenhouses with one greenhouse complete before starting construction on the next. There are no phasing requirements before November

1. There are no temporary heating/cooling requirements.

3. Can the period of performance be extended after award once the material/equipment lead times are confirmed due to current market conditions for the equipment for this project?

Answer: The contract can be extended in the event of long lead times for items provided the contractor provides documentation showing the long lead times from the manufacturer.

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