Attch 10 Smoothie Bar Site Visit Questions.pdf

Attachment 10 FA4417-20-Q-0012

Smoothie Bar Concessionaire Questions and Answers:

Question: Are renovations/modifications to provided places allowed (i.e. removing stove, sinks, mirrors)?

Answer: Yes, per approval of CE, Facility Manager

Question: Is an overhead hooding/vent provided?

Answer: No.

Question: Is marketing/branding in the surrounding area permitted?

Answer: Yes. IAW the Statement of Work Section 1.2 signs and advertising are permitted contingent upon approval from the Fitness Center Director.

Question: Will storage areas be provided in each facility?

Answer: No. Contractors will have access to the locations specified on the floor plans and will be able to use any built in cabinets in the area, but will need to provide storage if more is required.

Question: Are there alternate entrances to the gyms/storage areas?

Answer: The Aderholt Fitness Center has one main entrance and one side entrance. However, an additional entrance can be opened in the gymnasium if needed. At the Commando Fitness Center, there is one main entrance. The emergency exit can be utilized and an entrance if needed. There is one entrance at the Riptide Fitness Center.

Question: Is it possible to put and work out of a storage container outside of any of the fitness facilities?

Answer: Yes, once approved by fitness manager and CE Facility Manager.

Question: Are there electrical capabilities outside of the facilities?

Answer: Yes

Question: Are we able to get space at the Dining Facility under Riptide?

Answer: No.

Question: Which gym would experience the most foot traffic/customers?

Answer: We cannot predict which gym will see the most customers, however, the Commando Fitness Center demographics align with a more health conscious crowd and sits at about 1,500 patrons daily. The Aderholt Fitness Center has the most foot traffic throughout the day with about 2,000 patrons. The Riptide Fitness Center sees about 500 patrons daily.

Question: Which gyms are open during the weekend?

Answer: The Aderholt Fitness Center is the only facility open on the weekend. The Commando Fitness Center is 24 hr access on the weekends, meaning individuals can only access the gym if they have set their ID up to do so.

Question: Where ice machines are readily available in the fitness facility, can this resource also be utilized for smoothie concession?

Answer: No

Question: Where ice machines are not available in fitness facilities, can this equipment be provided for the vendor?

Answer: No

Attachment 10 FA4417-20-Q-0012

Question: Are three compartment sinks required in order to vendor smoothies in the fitness facilities?

Answer: Yes, if required by the FDA Food Code, the Fitness Center Director cannot supersede the FDA Food Code.

Question: Will the awardee be allowed to participate/provide input for any construction associated with building a smoothie stand?

Answer: No construction will be allowed, without CE and Facility Manager Approval.