B09_Amd0001_Attach1_Q_A__0001.pdf
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- TURNPOINT LITEHOUSE FURNANCE REPLACEMENT
- Solicitation number
- 140L4326Q0079
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This is a Questions and Answers document (Amendment 0001 – Attachment 1) for Solicitation No. 140L4326Q0079, a furnace replacement project at Turn Point Lighthouse conducted by the BLM Spokane District in Washington. The document addresses ten clarifying questions from potential contractors regarding project execution and requirements.
Key project details include: the building is unoccupied, located on a non-ferry served island with daily barge and water taxi service available; no asbestos or lead is present; third-party inspections, permitting, partitioning, dust containment, and negative air machines are not required. Staffing flexibility is permitted, allowing one individual to serve as Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager simultaneously. The contract period of performance is 180 days from notice to proceed, with work commencement required within ten calendar days. The period can be extended post-award through bilateral modification if justified by material and equipment lead times. Purchases in Washington State are subject to state sales and use tax unless a specific exemption applies, as contractors are not considered federal agents for tax exemption purposes. A site visit sign-in sheet is not currently available but will be provided via amendment if one becomes available.
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Amendment 0001 – Attachment 1 TURN PT. LIGHTHOUSE FURNACE REPLACEMENT Solicitation No. 140L4326Q0079 BLM Spokane District, Washington Page 1 of 2
Questions and Answers No. 1-10
Q1: Can one person "triple hat" as Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager?
A1: Yes.
Q2: 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?
A2: Yes, the period of performance can be extended after award due to material/equipment lead times, but only through bilateral contract modification and only when justified.
Q3: Please provide a site visit attendee sign-in sheet, if available.
A3: Currently, there is not a site visit attendee sign-in sheet available. If there is one, it will be sent out in an Amendment.
Q4: (If building is occupied) Are there any phasing requirements? How many people will be in the building? Are there any temporary heating/cooling requirements?
A4: The building is not occupied. This is a remote historic structure on a non-ferry served island.
Daily barge and water taxi service is available from local vendors.
Q5: Please confirm whether asbestos or lead is present on this project, and if so, provide the relevant documentation.
A5: No.
Q6: Is this project tax exempt?
A6: In accordance with FAR 29.303, contractors are not considered agents of the Federal Government for the purpose of claiming tax exemption. Purchases made by the Contractor or subcontractors in Washington State— including materials, equipment, and supplies incorporated into this project—are generally subject to Washington sales and use tax, unless a specific state exemption applies.
Amendment 0001 – Attachment 1 TURN PT. LIGHTHOUSE FURNACE REPLACEMENT Solicitation No. 140L4326Q0079 BLM Spokane District, Washington Page 2 of 2
Q7: When do you anticipate on site work starting?
A7: The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within ten (10) calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 180 days after the date the contractor receives the notice to proceed. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises. See Section F.1.0 of the Solicitation.
Q8: Are third party inspections required?
A8: No.
Q9: Is permitting required?
A9: No.
Q10: Are partitioning, dust containment, and/or negative air machines required for this project?
A10: No.
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