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DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT:

Custom Stair Runner Replacement – Home of the Commandant

The Home of the Commandant is a historic residential building located aboard Marine Barracks Washington. As part of the ongoing renovation, the existing curtains throughout the residence were removed and are currently being stored at a Government-designated warehouse near Quantico, Virginia.

The requirement is for the contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, cleaning services, installation accessories, and other items necessary to professionally transport, clean, inspect, and reinstall all existing curtains associated with the Home of the Commandant. The curtains shall be professionally cleaned prior to March 19, 2027, and professionally installed in the Home of the Commandant prior to April 16, 2027.

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS:

Curtain Transportation and Cleaning:

· The contractor must coordinate with the Government Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) to schedule pickup of all curtains currently stored at the Government-designated warehouse located at 17001 Interstate Drive Dumfries, VA 22026.

· The contractor must provide all transportation necessary to safely collect and transport the curtains from the storage warehouse to the contractor's cleaning facility and subsequently to the Home of the Commandant.

· The contractor must professionally clean all curtains prior to installation using cleaning methods appropriate for the type, age, construction, and condition of each curtain.

· The contractor must inspect the curtains prior to cleaning to identify existing stains, damage, deterioration, discoloration, loose seams, damaged hardware, or other conditions that may affect cleaning or installation.

· The contractor must notify the Government TPOC of any pre-existing damage or condition that could affect the cleaning, handling, or installation of a curtain prior to performing work that could potentially worsen the condition.

· The contractor must use cleaning methods and products that will not unnecessarily damage, discolor, shrink, distort, weaken, or otherwise adversely affect the curtains.

· The contractor must use appropriate cleaning procedures for historic, specialty, delicate, lined, or otherwise sensitive curtain materials when applicable.

· The contractor must ensure that all curtains are completely dry and free of excessive moisture prior to packaging, transportation, storage, or installation.

· The contractor must maintain the identity and location of each curtain throughout the cleaning and installation process to ensure each curtain is returned to its original or designated location.

· The contractor shall not alter, cut, hem, dye, resize, modify, or otherwise change the physical characteristics of any curtain without prior Government approval.

Curtain Installation:

· The contractor must coordinate with the Government TPOC to schedule installation following completion of the Home of the Commandant renovation and availability of the residence.

· The contractor must install all cleaned curtains in their designated locations throughout the Home of the Commandant.

· The contractor must verify existing curtain rods, tracks, brackets, hardware, and other associated components prior to installation and notify the Government TPOC of any deficiencies that could prevent proper installation.

· The contractor must reinstall curtains using the existing curtain hardware whenever serviceable and appropriate for reuse.

· If existing hardware requires replacement or repair to facilitate installation, the contractor must notify the Government TPOC and obtain approval prior to performing additional work.

· Curtains must be installed in a professional manner consistent with their original configuration and intended appearance.

· The contractor must ensure curtains are properly aligned, evenly positioned, securely attached, and appropriately arranged following installation.

· The contractor must ensure curtains hang uniformly and operate properly where designed to open, close, draw, or otherwise move.

· The contractor must ensure all pleats, folds, panels, valances, liners, and other components are properly positioned and arranged.

· The contractor must ensure the completed installation is free from excessive wrinkles, uneven positioning, sagging, bunching, improperly secured components, or other visible installation deficiencies.

· The contractor must not drill, cut, modify, permanently alter, or otherwise damage historic architectural materials, walls, trim, windows, woodwork, or other Government property without prior Government approval.

· The contractor must protect the existing historic woodwork, flooring, walls, windows, trim, furnishings, architectural features, and other Government property during transportation, handling, cleaning, and installation activities.

· The contractor must use appropriate protective coverings and work practices to prevent dust, debris, cleaning products, tools, equipment, or other materials from damaging the interior of the Home of the Commandant.

· The contractor must provide all labor, tools, equipment, ladders, lifts, transportation, installation hardware/accessories, protective materials, and other items necessary to complete the requirement.

Material and Workmanship Requirements:

· All cleaning services must be performed using professional commercial cleaning methods appropriate for the specific curtain materials.

· The contractor must use professional-quality cleaning products and processes that are compatible with the curtains being serviced.

· All curtains must be returned to the Government clean, dry, free of excessive odors, and in a condition suitable for installation.

· The contractor must take reasonable precautions to prevent loss, damage, staining, tearing, shrinkage, discoloration, or other deterioration during handling and cleaning.

· The contractor must maintain the original appearance, dimensions, configuration, and character of the curtains to the maximum extent practicable.

· Installation must provide a uniform and professional appearance throughout the Home of the Commandant.

· The completed curtains must be properly secured and must not create an unsafe condition or interfere with doors, windows, walkways, HVAC equipment, or other building components.

· Any replacement hardware or installation accessories required must be approved by the Government prior to installation unless specifically authorized by the contract.

Historic Property Protection:

· The Home of the Commandant is a historic residence; therefore, the contractor must exercise additional care when performing all work within the building.

· The contractor must use work practices appropriate for a historic residence and take all reasonable precautions to prevent damage to historic architectural features and Government property.

· The contractor must immediately notify the Government TPOC of any concealed damage, deteriorated materials, historic fabric, or unforeseen conditions discovered during installation.

· The contractor shall not perform any work outside the scope of this requirement without prior Government approval.

Final Inspection and Acceptance:

· Upon completion of installation, the contractor must conduct a final inspection with the Government TPOC.

· The contractor must verify that all curtains identified for cleaning and installation have been returned and properly installed.

· The contractor must correct deficiencies identified by the Government that are attributable to the contractor's materials or workmanship prior to final acceptance.

· The contractor must remove all contractor-generated debris, packaging, cleaning materials, and waste from the work areas upon completion.

· The contractor must leave all work areas in a clean and orderly condition.

· The contractor must provide available cleaning/care instructions and product information applicable to the curtains upon completion.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

· Curtain Pickup: Contractor shall coordinate pickup of all curtains from the Government-designated warehouse located at 17001 Interstate Drive Dumfries, VA 22026.

· Professional Cleaning Completion: All curtains shall be professionally cleaned and ready for installation prior to March 19, 2027.

· Installation: All cleaned curtains shall be professionally installed in the Home of the Commandant prior to April 16, 2027.

· The contractor shall coordinate all pickup, cleaning, transportation, and installation dates with the Government TPOC to ensure the requirement is completed within the established schedule.

DELIVERY DATE AND LOCATION

Required Delivery Date: April 16, 2027

Location: Marine Barracks Washington 912 Charles Poor St. SE (BLDG 169) Washington Navy Yard Washington DC 20391 DISTRIBUTION: DoW COMMUNITY ONLY

DISTRIBUTION: DoW COMMUNITY ONLY

MCINCR RCO – RA Salient Characteristics – Strategic BranchDISTRIBUTION: DoW COMMUNITY ONLY

Fiscal Year 2025_Ver.1