Q-A 19MX5725Q0001 Residential Painting Serv.docx

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

TO SOLICITATION NUMBER

19MX5725 Q 0001

RESIDENTIAL PAINTING SERVICES

1- Q- In the case of cracks in the walls, who will be responsible for those repairs?

A- If the damage is structural, the contractor will not be responsible for those repairs, only for patching.

2.- Q- In case of 6-month extension, what price would apply for that period?

A- The applicable price would be the one for the first option year.

3.- Q- In the kitchen area who will be covering the cabinets?

A- The contractor.

4.- Q- In sections 1.5.4.1 and 1.5.4.2, what is the difference between the boxes in the RFQ and whether those boxes will be filled out.?

A- Box in section 1.5.4.1 is for the Base year price. Box in section 1.5.4.2 is for the First option year price.

Both boxes should be filled out as they are part of your economic proposal.

5.- Q-Does the contractor need to obtain insurance even if legal insurance (IMSS) is already in place?

A- Point 13 in Section 1 Performance Work Statement requires general liability insurance.

6.- Q- Is it necessary to register in SAM.GOV A- It is mandatory to be registered in SAM at the time of the award. For submitting your proposal, it is necessary to at least provide evidence that the process has been started.

7.- Q- In Section 1.4.1 Ordering Regular Services: The RFQ states that the contractor is required to provide services with as little as 24 hours' advance notice. Does this refer to the completion of a task order within 24 hours, or is it intended for a site walk or other preliminary activities?

A- This means that you must be available to dispatch personnel to carry out the painting work with 24 hours' notice, taking into account that you have received the purchase order.

8.- Q- In Section 1.4.2 Maximum and Minimum Orders: The RFQ specifies that the Government shall place orders totaling a minimum of 50m². Does this minimum requirement refer to a one-time task order, or is it applicable to each individual task order placed under this contract?

A- This refers to the minimum amount that will be requested during the contract’s life.

9.- Q- In Section 1.5.4 Pricing: The RFQ indicates that this is a fixed-price contract with four (4) one-year options. Could you kindly confirm if this is accurate?

A- it is a fixed-price contract with one (1) one-year option.

10.- Q- In Section 3.2 Paint Specifications: The RFQ lists "Plata Semi-Gloss" as a paint specification. Is this a locally manufactured product? If so, we request the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) or a Specification/Cut sheet for this product.

A- Yes, it is a local manufacturer, this with the intention of standardizing the color.

11.- Q- In Section 3.3.2 Activities to Be Performed, Including but Not Limited To:

-section A, preparation of work area: States the contractor shall move protect and return such property to its original position. Will we be required to move furniture?

A- There is no need to move furniture, we just need to cover/protect wood, lamps, floors and etc.

-section C, the materials requirements call for both semi-gloss acrylic paint and flat acrylic water-based paint. However, Section 3.2 states that "Plata Semi-Gloss" meets specifications. Does this indicate that two separate types of paint will be used? If so, please provide the cut sheets or manufacturers information for previously used paints.

A- We only use "Semi-Gloss Silver".

12- Q- In Section 3.3.2 Section D Work Requirements:

section D specifies that two coats of paint are required. Will a primer be necessary, or will the two coats of paint suffice for adequate coverage and finish?

A- Between 1 and 2 coats, it will depend on the surface.

11- Q- In section 4.5.3 Lowest Price: The RFQ states that the Government reserves the right to reject proposals that are unreasonably low or high in price. Could you please clarify the determining factors or criteria used to assess whether a proposal is considered unreasonably low or high? Are there specific thresholds or guidelines that will be applied in this determination?

A- The Government uses IGCE (Independent Government Cost Estimate) as criteria, which is calculated based on the local market.

12- Q- Page 9, First Paragraph: Property and Furniture Damage: The RFQ states that the contractor is responsible for any damage to property or furniture caused by painting procedures. Will the contractor be expected to move or cover any government-owned furniture, fixtures or appliances to prevent damage during the painting process?

A- All furniture will be moved and covered by the government. If necessary, the contractor must move furniture, appliances, or accessories as necessary for the proper execution of the work.

13- Q- Will SAM’s (System for Award Management) registration fulfill the company vetting requirements as outlined in Section 6.1?

A- No, each offeror should submit their company’s information as stated in Section 3 Solicitation Provisions.

14- Q- Section 7, contractor personnel: Contractors are required to submit a labor schedule. Is this a one-time requirement? If not a one-time requirement, what is the expected frequency of this schedule?

A- One-time requirement. All work is performed Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., considering that we do not work on holidays (Mexican and American).

15- Q- Section 9, location of Services: Could you please provide the addresses, locations, and drawings (if available) for all residential properties covered under this contract?

A- We are not authorized to disclose specific locations at this moment. These residences are located within a 4-mile radius (6.5 KM) from the U.S. Consulate.

16- Q- Section 9, additional Areas: If the Government adds additional locations or areas to the contract, will the maximum square meters for the year be adjusted accordingly?

A- Yes.

17- Q- Section 11.2.5, Key Control: The contract states that a government representative will be on-site during all work. What is the likelihood that the contractor will be issued keys for the premises, if needed?

A- The option could be considered, but due to lockdown regulations, we cannot work outside of established hours.

18- Q- Are there any known lead, mercury, or asbestos-containing materials present at the properties to be serviced under this contract? Has any testing been conducted for the presence of these hazardous? If so, could you please provide the test results? If testing has not been completed, will the contractor be required to conduct the necessary testing before commencing any work?

A- Information not available 19- Q- Additional inquiry- 6-month extension:

-In the event the government extends this contract for 6 months, what is the minimum and maximum M2 per Task Order for that period?

A- In the event of a 6-month extension occurs, then the minimum will be 25 M² and the maximum not to exceed 4000 M² -Will all the above locations be included in that 6-month extension?

A- Yes.

- Is the Government expecting that 6-month period to be included in the option year price bid?

A- Yes, the price applicable for this period would be the same as the first option year.

Q & A RFQ 19MX5725Q0001

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