36C78619Q0048-0002001.pdf

Solicitation 36C78639Q0048

Janitorial Services for Nashville National Cemetery

FY19 Base plus 4 Option Years

Solicitation Questions:

1. I am hoping to find out if the subject effort is a new requirement or a follow-on to an existing contract? If the latter, can I please find out the incumbent contractor's name and contract number?

This is a brand-new requirement. Previously, this requirement was bundled with a

Grounds Maintenance Contract.

2. Can you provide a breakdown of the square footage of carpet verses tile flooring?

Preferably the tile needing stripping & waxing.

There are no carpet areas except for an area rug (5’x8’) in the main lobby that will need to be vacuumed. The tiled areas are all floor in the public restroom building (221 s/f) and approx. 150 s/f in the Administration building.

3. Can you provide the previous contract number?

Refer to Question 1’s response.

4. Is this a new requirement? If not were there any changes since the previous contact? If so what are the changes?

Refer to Question 1’s response.

5. The scope of work under Section A.6 "Deep Clean" states this work is to be performed during working hours. Is this correct? Stripping & waxing and interior window cleaning can not be performed or is extremely difficult during working hours. Can this work be scheduled after working hours?

If necessary, with proper notification this work can be completed outside of business hours, as VA employee will need to be onsite during the work.

6. What type of air fresheners are installed in the restrooms? What type of refills do they require?

Contractor to supply air fresheners, currently none installed.

7. Is carpeting cleaning a requirement?

No there are no carpeted areas in either building. Hardwood and tile only.

8. The price schedule calls for 1-day holiday coverage. What hours are required on that day

(i.e. 8am-5pm?)

There is a total of 10 potential working holidays required and will be scheduled on an as needed basis depending on cemetery operational needs. Normal business hours are 7:30a-

4:00p and holiday hours would fall in that time frame but could be shorter depending on operational need.

9. Is there a current contract for this service? If there is a contract in place, who is the current incumbent how much was the award amount? Are there any changes to the scope of work for this solicitation from the current contract?

Refer to Question 1’s response.

10. Can you please share with me the incumbent company for the janitorial service at

Nashville?

Refer to Question 1’s response.