FA442724Q0060 Request for Information.pdf

FA442724Q0060 Request for Information

1. Are you requiring a C-DET certification for this solicitation? A C-DET is the only nationally recognized dryer vent certification in the country. It follows the NFPA fire code.

Per SOW, a C-DET certification was not requested.

2. Are we following NFPA 211 and NFPA 54?

Per the Travis AFB Fire Department, the dormitories will fall under NFPA 101 Chapter 29 for existing hotels and dormitories. Please see below reference from NFPA 1 for cleaning dryers.

IAW NFPA 1 Chapter 11

11.5.1.11.1 Clothes dryers shall be cleaned to maintain the lint trap and keep the mechanical and heating components free from excessive accumulations of lint.

11.5.1.11.2 The requirements of 11.5.1.11.1 shall not apply to clothes dryers in individual dwelling units of residential occupancies.

3. When is the contract due for the first cleaning?

First cleaning should be done August 2024

4. Will employees get DBIDS for this contract?

DBIDS will be offered as required with proper coordination.

5. Is this contract evaluated by the following factors;

a-Technical b-past performance c-price

Please review the RFQ document, paragraph 8. Addendum to FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation explains the evaluation factors of this requirement.

6. If we are cleaning a line and it falls apart are we able to continue the cleanings or do we have to await repairs?

Contact dorm management and with the details of the issue and continue with other cleanings as required.

7. A boom lift will be needed to reach several of the vents located on the outside of the dormitories. A typical requirement for work such as this, is for all technicians on-site to have obtained an OSHA 10 Certification and the foreman OSHA 30 certification. Is that requirement the same for this contract?

Yes, it will be a requirement.

8. do you require that the technician be NADCA certified?

Not a requirement. Per SOW, NADCA certified was not requested.

9. Will the awarded contractor be allowed to park equipment on-site in a designated location when conducting the work listed in the Sow?

Contractor will be allowed to park on any paved surface to complete work.

10. do you have any drawings for building 1314, 1315, & 1316?

We are unable to provide blueprints for any buildings.

11. To maintain compliance with the wage determination rate, what occupation code should be applied to this contract?

Please reference SCA Wage Determination 2015-5655 Rev19

12. Does the Air Force Base have any preferred brands or types of equipment for the cleaning process?

No preferred brands but must be on approved EMIS listing for chemicals.

13. Could you provide the records of past cleaning at the dormitories? This would help us understand the level of accumulation and potential challenges.

We are unable to provide records from previous contractors.

14. What emergency protocols are in place at the dormitories in case of an unexpected situation during cleaning?

In the event of an emergency, contractor will be able to take shelter within the building they are working in. The contractor will be escorted by a military member and will direct them accordingly. For any life-threatening emergency happening on Travis AFB, 707-424-4911, that will reach Travis AFB Emergency services so assist. Contractor will make safe any work or areas they are working and coordinate with DORM management on any work to be completed and any unforeseen issues due to being unable to complete work.

15. Could you share the specifications of the dryer vents (material, diameter, length, etc.)? This information would help us determine the appropriate tools and techniques.

Unable to share specifications as it varies building to building.

16. Are there any special requirements or precautions we need to take due to COVID-19 or other health and safety concerns?

No requirements or precautions for COVID-19. Base will notify contractor of any new base restrictions/requirements for base access and work as required.

17. Could you provide more details on the performance metrics that will be used to evaluate our work?

See response to question 5.

18. To ensure alignment with your expectations and enable effective negotiation with subcontractors, could you share the estimated budget for this opportunity?

Use RFQ, RFIs, Site Visit and PWS deliverables of the project to estimate the budget.

19. Are there currently allocated funds for this project?

Funds are currently allocated for this project.

20. If there is an existing contract, could you share the associated purchase order number and total contract value? This information would help us provide an accurate and competitive proposal.

This will be a follow-on contract. Previous contract number is FA442729PA121.

21. Is it mandatory to have a Caesar lift for performing the cleaning of outside vents, or are we permitted to use ladders for this purpose?

At the contractor’s discretion.

22. The PWS specifies the cleaning of dryer ducts, however, based on our experience, we have observed that a significant amount of lint escapes and enters the body of the dryer, posing a fire hazard. To address this safety concern effectively, we propose to include the cleaning of the entire dryer unit in the contract scope. Could you please confirm if this modification is acceptable? And if so, kindly incorporate it into the PWS so that we can adjust our pricing accordingly.

Cleaning the body of the dryer will NOT be included in the PWS. It will be dorm managements responsibility to clean the dryer bodies. However, it will still be the contractor’s responsibility to check obstructions behind the dryer at the connection point and dislodge and remove any lint or debris as stated in the PWS.