T_09_-_RFI_Posting_3_11072019.pdf

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How many construction projects, between $2,000 and $50,000, are completed on an annaul basis? Less than 10 a year, total for all locations.

12 What is the shared liability amount? $2,500

Does Shared Liability apply to Construction Services?

Yes. Per paragraph "C.1.46 Constuction Services.

The Construction Services relate to the O&M of the facilities, the equipment detailed in the Contract, i.e., the basic services provided by the Contractor under this Contract, and tenant improvements.

Examples of such Construction Services include O&M repairs, systems upgrades, or tenant services within the facilities covered under the basic services of the Contract."

Would GSA consider changing the requirement that does not allow for teaming past performance? RFP Section L.6 para 2, "Please Note," item #2.

Are the maintenance and cleaning hours in the RFP the same as the current contract?

Refer to RFP Sections C.1.8.1; C.2.2.1, and C.3.10 for the MINIMUM staffing requirements.

16 Is NCMMS rolled out? Yes, NCMMS has been rolled out.

Security Clearance for personnel access. Do incumbent employees need to clear again under the new company?

All employees will be required to submit the security clearnance documents, IAW Section H.1.1.

Security Clearance for personnel access. What is the average wait time for clearance? The Government has no average time to provide.

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19 Is the contractor responsible for water filters?

The contractor is not responsible for the tenant water filters, ie. under the sink. The contractor is responsible for equipment, chemicals, and services (including application) required to control corrosion, scale, algae, and bacterial growth in all HVAC equipment and systems throughout the building.

See Section C.1.36.

Please clarify what "Tenant Population," and "Visitor Population," are comprised of.

Tenat Population is the apprximate number of people working at the facility per day. Visitor Population is the approximate number of visitors (general publc) to the facility, per day. Please reference Exhibit 2.1 the Building Information Sheet for these approximate numbers.

21 When is the proposal due?

IAW RFP page 2, the closing of the RFP is November 18, 2019 at 5:00 PM CST.

22 Are teaming arragements allowed?

Refer to RFP M.4. Specail Standard(s) of Responsibility

23 Who provides the US Flags? The Government provides the flags.

Who is responsible for the refueling of the propane tanks?

The refueling of the propoane tank is not a requriement under this contract.

Is the contractor responsible for cleaning the fitness equipment?

Refer to RFP C.2.5.1.21 "Equipment: All vinyl surfaces of exercise equipment and exercise mats shall be free of dust, dirt, spots, streaks, and smudges. Cleaning shall be performed under and around without moving or lifting items.

Shower curtains surfaces shall be cleaned and free of mold and dirt. Locker exterior surfaces shall be free of dust and streaks."

PLEASE NOTE: C.2.5.1.21 is under the Custodial Specification. While C.1.1.2 is under the Operations and Maintenance Specification.

Is there a list of Government Furnished Equipment?

Refer to C.1.2.30, C.1.35.4.1.1. for Government Furnished Equipment

27 What are the Government Furnished Materials?

Refer to H.16 Government-Furnished Materials (Facilities Management/O&M/Custodial)

What are the weeding requirements along the fence lines at International Falls? Refer to Section C.2.5.4.13.

29 Who is responsible for fuel for the generators? Refer to Section C.1.2.15.

Are proposals to be subbmited electronically on FBO, emailed or print/mail?

Proposals shall be emailed to Ann Bonis, ann.bonis@gsa.gov and Ronald Sieben, ronald.sieben@gsa.gov; due November 18, 2019, 5:00 pm CST. Please see revised RFP, para titled

"ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS."

31 Is there a detailed Asset list, by location?

Refer to the Exhibits for Equipment Inventories.

Section J.1.16.

Will the Baudette building be expanding due to the new bridge? No.

33 Who is responsible for fuel for the generators? Refer to Section C.1.2.15.

If the contractor provides new dispensers, at no cost to the government, can the bathroom dispensers/products be replaced?

This is the contractor's choice. However, any new bathroom dispensers installed must be approved and the supplies (i.e. soap) must meet the requirements of the scope of work. See C.2.5.1.4

With the five and ten year pricing being required, how will TEP be computed? In addition, when will the Government know what the contract duration is (5 or 10 years)? Please see revised M.3 Total Evaluated Price.

Please confirm Bond is 20% of total 5-year bid price.

See L.2 "A performance bond is required within 15 calendar days after award equal to 20 percent of the contract price for the initial term of the contract."

The bond price is for the base year only. (Reference

FAR 52.228-16)

Are there any incumbent employees performing? If so, how many?

Refer to RFP Sections C.1.8.1; C.2.2.1, and C.3.10 for the MINIMUM staffing requirements.

Would incumbent employees have 1st right of refusal under this opportunity?

Yes. Current employees will have right of first refusal. Reference FAR 52.222-17.

Please confirm size 10, 11, and/or 12 font for text is acceptable.

Any of the font sizes listed are acceptable, and shall remain consistent in the proposal.

Are all positions considered to be SCA positions with applicable WD?

No. Service Contract Act Wage Determinations, and Collective Bargaining Agreement apply to this contract. Construction (Davis Bacon) Wage Determinations will apply to Construciton Service Task Orders.

Are all journeyman mechanic positions currently filled?

Refer to RFP Sections C.1.8.1; C.2.2.1, and C.3.10 for the MINIMUM staffing requirements.

Please clarify whether or not parts and materials are outside Contractor's responsibility when applied to Non-Reimbursable Repairs.

Per spec C.1.40.2 "Non-reimbursable repairs are entirely the Contractor’s responsibility with no reimbursement from the Government."

The qualifications for the contract manager relate specifically to elevator maintenance. Is it the government’s intention for elevator maintenance to be self-performed or is a specialty subcontractor acceptable?

Spec C.3.4.1 Qualifications of the Contract Manager, is under "C.3.0 Elevator Maintenance Scope of Work." The qualifications are specific to the contract manager under Elevator Services. Self-performed or subcontracted is acceptable as long as the individual(s) meet the qualifications in the

RFP.

What union holds collective bargaining agreement for Elevator Services requirement? See Exhibit 4.7

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