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36C78620Q0093 Questions-Answers

1. Will proposals using machinery be considered or does the Gov want all sockets hand dug?

All subsequent interments replacement headstones will be hand dug. JBNC will allow mechanized excavation of headstone sockets in current 1st interment areas only. Restoration of all existing grades once work is complete is expected.

1. What equipment (if any) will be allowed on turf?

Equipment with a bearing pressure of 30 PSF and less will be allow on turf, however turf protection methods will be utilized (mats, boards etc) at all times.

1. Will acts of god (heaving from freeze and thaw or other weather damage) or damage from other equipment from cemetery operations have to be reset by headstone contractor under the 365 day warranty? Yes, please note this is an IDIQ contract, therefore resets due to these types of acts/situations can be reinvoiced for payment.

1. Will the contractor be allowed to have a dumpster onsite? Yes

1. Will the contractor unload the headstones from the delivery truck or will the VA staff do this? Headstones will be picked up from contractor at our ‘Gentry barn area’, aka inscription area. VA staff will unload blank headstones and transfer to inscription area.

1. Will the VA staff remove the headstones from the pallets for inspection or will the contractor be required to do this? Who is responsible for the disposal of the pallets? VA staff will remove blank headstones and QC from delivery truck. VA staff will be responsible for removal of pallets as well.

1. Can the contractor store compaction material used for setting and re-alignments onsite? Yes, there is a designated area in our materials storage area.