Questions and Answers - TYAD Signage_0001.pdf

Questions and Answers 140D0420Q0096 – TYAD Signage Amendment 0001

Questions: Answers:

1. For the attached, are there more specs than what is on the pics?

Clarke Systems, Slatz Modular Sign System and Vista System, Curve and Capture Series are utilized on directory signs and most office signs.

2. Will the new signs have to match exact? Or can they be similar?

Yes, new signs should match exact. Signs cannot be similar in type, color, or specifications; all fabricated and installed signage for this effort must match current signage Depot Wide.

3. Do you know the quantities for each sign type?

Contractors are claiming they will be unable to provide price without an estimate.

This is a Service Contract. We are unable to predict how many signs will be required for the effort. This Service Contract is on a as needed basis for updating existing signage and providing new signage as mission requirements dictate and change frequently.

4. On the Exterior Directory Signs can you share if the frames will be required for those as well?

Yes. The pictures are to be priced as shown in Attachment 2, Page 2 of the solicitation. See - Price each sign as “one” unit.

5. Will they all be the same size as what is listed on the picture?

No. Please refer to Page’s 28-30 of the solicitation.

This is a Service Contract. Signs to be priced are the most commonly used.

6. Do you want us to quote the frames for you also?

If so, how big are the frames?

Yes. The pictures are to be priced as shown in Attachment 2, Page 2 of the solicitation. See - Price each sign as “one” unit.

7. There is also a framed item on that sign (exterior sign) are you wanting us to make that part of the sign? (we can do it with or without a frame).

Yes. The pictures are to be priced as shown in Attachment 2, Page 2 of the solicitation. See - Price each sign as “one” unit.

8. Are you looking for install also? Refer to Section 8 of the RFQ, “Performance Work Statement”. The objectives, first sentence states, “All signs for TYAD shall be fabricated and installed for interior and exterior applications”. The PWS further states under contracted services, 1.11, “the contractor shall have 10 business days from receipt of work order notice to complete, deliver, and install the signs at their proper locations”.

9. Building number/directory sign (do you need I-rails or z-bars put on the sign to attach to the building)?

They are mounted with aluminum angle top and bottom. The sign panels are screwed into the aluminum angle. Need clarification if the answer is unclear.

10. Do you need holes in the signs? If so, how many? 3 top bend and 3 bottom bend. All signs are attached to concrete walls. Need clarification if the answer is unclear.

11. Interior signs (1, 2, 3) – Will the sign contractor be required to provide the sign inserts? (i.e. office number, name, department, etc)

Yes. This is a Service Contract. The contractor will need to be on site to provide and install on an as needed basis. Based on historical data this can be as often as every day to every other day in frequency.

Typically, 1-3 times a week.

12. Interior signs (1, 2, 3) – Does the sign system have to be an exact replica of the picture shown, or can a similar sign system be offered, as long as the sizes are the same.

Exact. This is a Service Contract. Current signs may need to be updated on a as needed basis. New signs will require installation based on mission requirements. The signs must match exactly to keep uniformity.

13. For all signs, is the text digitally printed vinyl or dimensional lettering?

Panels are painted special color Army Brown and vinyl lettered.

14. Sign #1 appears to have a frame on the lower right corner. Is the text withing the white frame, permanently printed, or will this portion of the sign need to be a frame with changeable inserts?

This is a custom sign. That portion is changeable print that is protected from the weather. The sign is to be priced as one unit installed.

15. Signs # 1 and 4 - These signs appear to be aluminum posts & panels. Is this the preferred material, or can an alternative material be offered?

Yes. They are aluminum post. No, this sign is our current standard. Keeping uniformity is a must. Signs may need to be updated, new signs may need to be installed on a as needed basis depending on mission requirements and frequent change.

16. Signs #2 and 3 – These signs appear to be aluminum or aluminum composite material. Is this the preferred material, or can an alternative material be offered?

Yes, aluminum is the preferred material. These signs are our standard and must match to keep uniformity.

17. Price Table Attachment - Is the attachment meant to be an example?

Refer to pdf pg. 5 of the RFQ, Section 1 “Instructions to Offerors”, which states, “Price Table – the offeror shall provide a completed FFP price table following the format provided in Attachment 2 of the solicitation”. All unit prices shall include the cost of installation and be rounded to the nearest dollar amounts. The Price Quotation – Volume 2 states that the attachment pg. 1 and 2 will be utilized for the purpose of price evaluation. Pg. 3 of the attachment will be incorporated into the contract and will become the basis for billing. Please review the RFQ for more information.

18. Should we price each sign with the appropriate material, and perhaps offer more than one material type and price, if appropriate for that sign type?

Price each sign with appropriate material as an installed price.

19. There are references to TM 5-807-10 in the PWS. It is our understanding that this is an inactive Tech Manual and that signage is now covered under an DoD Unified Facilities Criteria publication, UFC 3-120-01 Design - Sign Standards. Please confirm that we should be using TM 5-807-10 as guidance and if so, can you please make a copy of it available to bidders since it is no longer available online?

TM 5-807-10 will be issued as an attachment to this Q&A Amendment.

20. Should installation be included for all priced signage (interior and exterior) in Attachment 2 – Price Table?

Yes, Refer to pdf pg. 5 of the RFQ Price Quotation Volume 2 Price Table.

21. We respectfully request detailed specifications for the signage shown pictorially in Attachment 2 – Price Table. In addition to the picture can

Extruded aluminum multicomponent slat style system plastic edges for removable name or lettering, mounted with double stick tape or hidden screws.

Clarke Systems - Slatz Modular Sign System and you please provide the material the sign is made of, thickness, mounting details, etc?

Vista System - Curve and Capture Series are utilized on directory signs and most office signs.

22. We respectfully request detailed specifications for the signage types shown in the “pricing tables” in Attachment 2 – Price Table. We request a more detailed description of the signs to ensure equality among bidders.

- Material thickness

- Double sided or single sided?

- How will they be installed/mounted?

- Will a vinyl print be applied to the substrate?

- Reflective / No Reflective?

- Is the “vinyl sheet” a substrate such as Extruded PVC or are you referring to applying a vinyl print or cut vinyl media to a window or wall?

- Pictures showing examples of what you are looking for will also be helpful.

- Standard gauge 0.080.

- Single sided.

- This is a Service Contract Depot Wide. There is no set amount for any sign. The requirement is for signs on a as needed basis due to frequent changes in mission requirements. This includes updating existing signage and suppling new signage.

- Each sign will be installed to manufactures specs.

Office signs have hidden screws. The outdoor building signs are screwed and attached to the building. The outdoor directory signs are posts that are poured in concrete into the ground.

- No reflective properties on the priced signs.

- Need more clarification if the answer is unclear. The price of vinyl sheets are per dimensions off of the Attachment 2 Price Table.

- Examples are shown in the price sheet.