Questions and Answers_24Q0033.pdf

FA483024Q0033 LZ/DZ Clearing Ques�ons and Answers

1. Q: For the dura�on of the project, how o�en will my staff need to be recer�fied for base entry?

A: The work to be performed will not be on Moody AFB, but in surrounding areas as referenced in the Statement of Work, therefore base entry will not be required to perform services. When landing/drop zone sites are to be cleared/cut, the contractor will communicate with the 347th Opera�ons Support Squadron/ Weapons and Tac�cs Office (347th OSS/OSK) in order to gain access to the landing/drop zones.

2. Q: Is there a maximum deck size limit, tractor, or mower weight retrac�on?

A: No, but keep in mind substan�al ru�ng will need to be filled in or otherwise leveled.

3. Q: Is there a current incumbent? If so, is there any informa�on on the amount awarded?

A: No, there is no incumbent for this requirement. Prior clearing/cu�ng of the landing/drop zones was accomplished via alterna�ve means, therefore there is no prior contract documenta�on available.

4. Q: Will there be a single gate the staff can access the installa�on or will they be granted entry an any gate?

A: If the contractor needs access to Moody AFB, the contractor will be given a base pass request to gain access. Otherwise, the contractor will not need access to Moody AFB in the performance of services. Gaining access to gated proper�es that require mowing will be gained by contac�ng 347th OSS/OSK

5. Q: Will there be a daily POC staff we will be required to check in with prior to star�ng work?

A: The contractor will coordinate with the POC at the 347th OSS/OSK prior to start of, and at comple�on of, mowing opera�ons as requested by 347th OSS/OSK. The landowner will also be informed when mowing opera�ons are started and, completed. There is no need for daily check in.

6. Q: Will we be required to maintain contact with range control in the event of training?

A: The 347th OSS/OSK will inform the contractor of any training events taking place if clearing/cu�ng were to occur simultaneously to that training.

7. Q: Will there be a site visit scheduled for this solicita�on?

A: The site visit was held 23 April 2024 at 10:00 AM EST.

8. Q: Could you confirm if there is an incumbent for this contract? If so, may I inquire about the award amount?

A: See Ques�on 3.

9. Q: Can you provide informa�on on the total acres that need to be cut?

A: The clearing/cu�ng acreage for all 9 parcels is approximately 20 acres (each site acreage is specified in the Statement of Work). There will be a total of 3 cuts on each parcel for the performance period.

10. Q: Lastly, how frequently is the property scheduled for maintenance per calendar season?

A: See Ques�on 9.

11. Q: Could you supply previous contract number, contractor and awarded amount per mowing schedule?

A: See Ques�on 3.

12. Q: We are also a licensed herbicide applicator in Ga. can we use an approved federal herbicide to control/eliminate the saplings that does not effect grasses?

A: No, herbicides may not be used to control re-growth.

13. Q: Is this a brand new contract OR is (was) there an incumbent performing these services? If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?

A: See Ques�on 3.

14. Q: Contract Dura�on: Could you please confirm the total number of years this contract covers?

A: The Period of Performance for this requirement is one (1) year with a possible six (6) month extension period.

15. Q: Pricing Schedule Items: The pricing schedule table lists three items (0001 to 0003). Does this indicate a requirement for the performance of land clearing and maintenance to occur three �mes concurrently, or is there another interpreta�on?

A: The CLINS broken down for each clearing/cut, as each zone is an�cipated to be cut three (3) �mes during the performance period. The government an�cipates ini�al clearing/cu�ng of the zones to be priced differently than the second clearing/cu�ng and so on.

16. Q: Vegeta�on Removal: The solicita�on specifies the removal of saplings. For clarifica�on, could you provide more details on the specific types of plant material or trees that require removal? Addi�onally, what is the approximate height of the typical plant cover we can expect to encounter?

A: The contractor should encounter no saplings on the areas to be cleared/cut, but if they were encountered it would be pine at less than a foot in height. Debris should be cleared unless the is a significant storm, or other act of nature.

17. Q: How is the brush/debris to be disposed of a�er it is cleared from the landing/drop zones?

A: Landowners do not want the debris burned nor buried on the sites. The material can either be taken off site and disposed of or mulching and spreading of the debris is allowable.