DORM DRAPES REFRESH FY25 QNA.docx
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for the Dorm Drapes Refresh FY25 solicitation (FA452825QSE04) for the Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command at Minot AFB. The project involves removing and replacing 1,119 window coverings across 12 different dormitory buildings, with specific requirements including center-open, wall-mounted, blackout drapes in neutral colors that are machine washable, heavy-duty, and stain-resistant. The window coverings vary in size across different buildings, ranging from 38"x53" to 128"x55", and will require full hardware replacement.
Key installation details include a 30-day completion window once materials are received, with work performed between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Installers will need to remove and dispose of existing drapes at the Minot landfill, mount new hardware into drywall with metal studs, and work around a 95% occupancy rate. The project presents logistical challenges, including limited access (no elevators in some buildings), isolated location, and difficulty finding local contractors. Delivery and installation will be coordinated using nearby parking lots, with a 53' trailer allowed for product delivery.
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DORM DRAPES REFRESH FY25 QNA
Q: Will you be using current rod systems for this project?
A: No, some rooms are missing curtains.
Q: If so, are these center open or one-way draw rod system?
A: N/A Q: If we replace rods, are they ceiling or wall mounted?
A: Wall mounted Q: Also would you want center open or one-way draw?
A: Center open
Q:Please confirm this quote will only include the drapery and no hardware (track, slides, rods).
A: This will include all required hardware to mount.
Q: What type and condition is the existing hardware?
A:Hardly usable as it is currently and missing Q: What style of fastener/attachments are being used in existing hardware?
A: Looks to be screws, but we are requesting new hardware.
Q: Please provide any additional details for drapery (fabric style/type/design, fullness, hook spacing, etc) A:Neutral in color, machine washable, Black out, heavy duty/ commercial, breathable (to help the windows in the winter from freezing over as easily if possible) stain resistant.
• How many total rooms and room types? 1119 rooms and 12 room types
- 34 to building 122 128”x55”
- 34 to building 123 128”x55”
- 34 to building 130 128”x55”
- 74 to building 205 40”x63”
- 74 to building 207 40”x63”
- 70 to building 210 38”x53”
- 70 to building 211 38”x53”
- 168 to building 214 67”x65”
- 168 to building 216 67”x65”
- 168 to building 218 67”x65”
| - 144 to building 22167”x65” |
| - 81 to building 276 40”x50” |
• How many stories? The 100 series buildings have two floors and only stairwell access (no elevators). The 200 series buildings have three floors, stairwell access only (no elevators).
• Will the buildings be occupied? Yes
| o | If they are occupied, is there any way to temporarily place guests in another building on base? No |
| o | What is the estimated occupancy rate during the requested time of install? 95% |
• Will there be Removal & Disposal of furniture, can you provide a location within proximity of the base that can be used for disposal? Yes, Minot landfill 4450 37th Ave SW Minot, ND 58701
• If a dumpster is required to be included in our installation services, can I get a clear understanding of placement, to the closest proximity to building(s). We are not providing a dumpster and we do not care if you use a dumpster or just load the trash in the old stuff and trash back in the truck you delivered it in as long as you remove it from our installation.
| Does the base have storage on site for installer use? No 7.3 | The installation will not store or temporarily house drapes or trash and debris from the work site. |
| We do have a couple big parking lots, if your supplies are on a truck or trailer we would allow them there and they are within 150’. |
| o | If so, can I get a clear understanding of proximity to building requiring installation. |
| o | If not, can I get a clear understanding of placement, closest to the proximity to building(s). |
• What are the delivery hours? 1.4 HOURS OF OPERATIONS: The contractor shall perform the services required under this contract during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, legal holidays, and down days.
| • | Is there unencumbered access for a 53’ trailer to deliver product? Yes |
| o | If not, provide a location of where the delivery truck can park during unloaded, at a location closest to building. |
• What are the allowable hours of installation (example 7AM – 8PM)? Same as delivery hours
• Are the installers able to have full access to elevators or to stairs only?
• Are Installers required to disassemble existing items? Yes, and dispose of them.
| • | Is there a required time to start this project? We understand there could be a supply issue and we can work with that. Once all items are received we will allow no more than 6 weeks (30 days) to complete installation. |
| • | Is there a required time frame to have work completed within? Once all items are received we will allow no more than 6 weeks (30 days) to complete installation. |
| • | Will any product be mounted into the wall? |
| o | If so, what material are the walls made of? Yes, drywall with metal studs. |
| • | Is there anything else we should know about this project that would be helpful? |
| o | Maybe a challenge to be aware of or something that went wrong in the past that would be wise to discuss? We are fairly isolated in Minot and finding good help has been tough for contractors. We have our work hours set so we are not bothering a majority of our residents. After 1600 70% of our residents will be getting off work. |
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