B09_A1_Answers_to_RFIs_0001.docx

Rock Creek Park (ROCR) RFP 140P1326Q0029 ROCR Leaf Removal Services Amendment 0001 – RFIs and RFI Answers Issued:7/15/2026 All RFIs received following the instructions in the solicitation by the due date and time specified are in this document along with answers provided by the Government.

1. Will the Government offer a site visit? Given the varying sizes and access conditions of the listed locations, a site visit would ensure a better understanding of staging, disposal logistics, and equipment requirements?

a. The government will not offer a formal site visit, however, the areas of this requirement are open to the public during normal business operating hours and can be visited at one’s leisure in fact FAR 52.237-1 specifies that quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

2. Incumbent Information: Is there an incumbent contractor currently performing these services? If so, please provide the contractor's name, the previous contract number, and the awarded pricing.

a. There is no incumbent contractor performing these services. This is a brand new project.

3. Site Supervision: The Performance Work Statement (PWS) states the site supervisor must be the prime contractor. Can a subcontractor foreman serve as the onsite supervisor under the prime’s oversight, or is the prime contractor required to provide its own onsite representative?

a. The prime contractor must employ the site supervisor. Subcontractor foremen are not allowed to take on this role. Because of privity of contract, the government cannot communicate directly with subcontractors, therefore, the prime contractor is required to assign an onsite supervisor that is a prime contractor employee who will always be present while services are being performed, ensuring a direct point of contact for the government.

4. Equipment Restrictions: Are there specific restrictions on equipment used on National Park Service property, such as gas-powered blowers, leaf vacuums, or specific vehicle types?

a. There are no restrictions on gas powered equipment on NPS, Property.

5. Disposal Requirements: Are there preferred disposal locations, or is the contractor responsible for selecting an offsite location? Additionally, will the contractor need to provide disposal tickets or dump receipts as documentation of removal?

a. There are no preferred disposal location. The contractor will be responsible for selecting an offsite. The contractor will not need to provide disposal tickets. All disposal sites must comply and be in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

6. Work Area Specifications: Please clarify the total acreage or approximate work area for the Parkway, Carter Barron Amphitheater, Piney Branch Parkway, and Zoo Fence locations.

a. Approximate acreage – Zoo fence 163 Acres Pineybranch – 60 Acres Parkway – 2,749 Acres Carter Barron – 21 Acres. This is provided as information only and does not relieve the contractor from field verifying all measurements themselves.

7. Can the National Park Service provide the estimated square footage or acreage for the median area located between the NB and SB Lanes from the Devil's Chair Footbridge area north to the Waterside Drive exit ramp? The Carter Barron Amphitheater area, Piney Branch Parkway area and Fence Line at National Zoological Park area. Are any of these areas covered under a broader linear road-mile requirement?

a. The government provides the following information as requested:

This is provided as information only and does not relieve the contractor from field verifying all measurements themselves.

8. Extension Period Pricing: For the six-month extension period in the bid schedule, should offerors price one cycle, two cycles, or a prorated amount?

a. Offerors shall provide pricing for six months from 9/1/2031 – 3/1/2032. This will be for two cycles; however, during the six-month extension Cycle 2 shall end on 3/1/2032 NOT 4/31/2032.

9. What is the maximum procurement or budget allocated for this opportunity?

a. This information cannot be provided.

10. The PWS lists the Cycle 2 completion window ending "4/31." As April has 30 days, could you confirm the intended end date is April 30?

a. April has 30 days. This is confirmation that the intended end date is April 30.

11. The clause list incorporates FAR 52.219-6 and 52.219-28 but does not separately list 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting. Could you confirm whether 52.219-14 applies to this acquisition (e.g., via the attached 52.212-5), and if so, the applicable self-performance percentage for services under NAICS 561730?

a. The government does not expect FAR 52.219-14 to apply in accordance with the prescription language of the clause. FAR 52.212-5 is now reservices in accordance with the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul. The NAICS code for this requirement is 561730 and the size standard is $9.5.

12. For the responsibility determination, can we include past performance references from our proposed subcontractor? If so, is there a format you'd prefer?

a. The government is responsible for and will determine the contractor’s responsibility in accordance with the RFQ. The Contracting Officer may gather information such as: SAM records (debt flags, exclusions, responsibility matters). FPDS, FAPIIS, CPARS (past performance and terminations). Pre‑award surveys (DCMA reviews when needed). Financial statements or bank/bonding letters. Verification of required certifications or technical capacity. Past performance references were not requested in the solicitation and therefore will not be considered. Please refer to page 9 and 10 of 15 of the RFQ to understand exactly what is required for submission. It is highly recommended to only provide exactly what is requested. Additionally, refer to FAR Provision 52.212-2 Evaluation and Award Selection Process on page 11 and 12 of 15 for additional information.