36C256-19-Q-0289-0001000.pdf

Response to RFQ Questions for Tree Trimming Pruning 36C256-19-Q-0289

1. Will payment be main as invoiced monthly or will I have to wait for the completion of the whole job 120 days?

– Invoice Setup Information 1-877-489-6135 Invoice must be submitted electronically All invoices shall be submitted in arrears, properly prepared in accordance with FAR 52.212-4, contain sufficient details, and match with the service tickets for the work rendered.

a. Monthly Invoices Invoices for fixed monthly fee shall be properly prepared and sent via OB10. Contractor shall register and submit invoices electronically via OB10. The website address for registering: WWW.OB10.COM

2. Will we be walking around the entire VAMC campus next Wed, as it will be necessary to see all areas and all species of trees, sizes, locations, and conditions. If so, how much time should we allow and would it be prudent to bring a golf cart?

The Government will provide on-campus transportation; van/minibus available. There are three type of trees:

Oaks (84%), Bradford Pear Trees (1%) and Myrtle (15%). Age: 2 – 40 years old oak tree. Conditions: It varies from tree to tree.

3. What is the current contract number? What was the current contract amount (both the base period and option years)? Who is the current contractor? Is the solicitation's Performance Work Statement the same as the current contract?

This is a new requirement.

4. Definition of deadwood tree removal:

Dead wood, including fallen or standing trees, branches, and stumps.

5. Is the site visit on January 23 mandatory?

Site visit is not mandatory.

C.5 52.237-1 SITE VISIT (APR 1984)

Offerors or 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.

6. Just beginning my certifications would I still be able to be site manager if it’s not finished by then?

Contractor’s Registration:

a.1. Contractor shall possess the local business license stated in valid landscaping management permission that are eligible for work of this nature. A copy of the license shall be submitted to as part of technical quote.

(a) The Contractor shall possess and maintain all necessary insurance, licenses and permits required for contract performance.

Please see attached maps:

D4 ATTACHMENT - MAP Valet Front Entrance for Tree Trimming MEDVAMC campus The Valet Parking area should be service during off peeks hours (after 2:30 pm ) Vendor shall be prepare to completely remove dead trees with minimum traffic interruptions.

Some dead trees will be identify and mark by COR

D5 ATTACHMENT - Perimeter MAP Holcombe OST Cambridge Almeda for Tree Trimming MEDVAMC campus http://www.ob10.com/