17-Q-0010_Modular_Furniture_Q&A.pdf

FA5004-17-Q-0010 Q&A Responses 12 May 2017

1) When and where will the electrical, data, and comm. lines be installed

The electrical and data lines will be pre-wired and coiled up, above the ceiling tiles ready for final connection to the delivered and installed furniture. The final connection will be the responsibility of the government

2) Are we planning on moving sprinklers

No.

3) Will we readjust concept to work around sprinklers

This depends on the individual vendor proposal, the concept provided is a concept and is meant as more of a guideline on the number of spaces needed and the general area that they are expected to be placed.

4) Can we move any lights etc.?

There were no plans to move lights but will be technically evaluated if proposed.

5) Are bookcases and benches staying?

There are no plans to remove the book cases or benches.

6) Who will be making the final electrical, data, and comm lines install?

The final connection will be the responsibility of the government

7) When will electrical be done?

NLT 31 May.

8) Is the intent to leave bookcases accessible?

There is no requirement to leave the book cases accessible.

9) Will Televisions be removed?

Yes, by others.

10) Can they reuse plug-ins if they are available (existing plug-ins where TVs are)?

Yes, if proposed will be technically evaluated, however the electrical work to be completed by 31 May includes new circuits for all modular furniture based on concept office and work station numbers.

11) Where can we store the modular furniture?

In the delivery trucks until delivered to the designated space where the furniture is to be installed. There is no available storage space to be provided by the government. The vendor is responsible for delivering, storing, and installing the furniture.

12) Where can trash be disposed of, or are contractors disposing of trash themselves?

It is the vendors responsibility to take the packing materials, cardboard, crates, pallets, plastic used for transportation and delivery for self-disposal off site.

The government will accept incidental trash, final clean up debris, miscellaneous generated trash can be placed in the site dumpsters at the end of each building.

13) Where are loading/offloading points?

Recommend including the load and off load points to be include in the proposal, depending on vehicles and trailers proposed in the work plan options will be provided and coordinated. The short term (loading and off-loading during business hours as close to deliver location as possible) and long term parking (overnight) will be different.

14) Is there trailer parking available? Place to stage trailers?

Yes, depending on vehicles and trailers proposed in the work plan options will be provided and coordinated. The short term (loading and off-loading during business hours as close to deliver location as possible) and long term parking (overnight) will be different.

15) Is there an elevator?

No, it is out of order.

16) Is it possible to remove doors for loading furniture? If so who will do this?

Yes, include this in your proposal for the site to take the doors on/off and with advanced notice it will be coordinated if physically necessary.

17) What are options for meals?

a. On base chow hall, which only accepts cash payment will be made available. There are ATM’s available for use as well.

i. Breakfast-$3.45

ii. Lunch-$5.55

iii. Dinner-$4.85

18) How much travel for off base meals?

Nenana is ~25 miles Healy is ~40 miles.

19) How long does vetting personnel take?

14 days.

20) What are the dimensions of the modular office?

Approximately 30’x60’ if detailed dimensions were not taken on the site visit we are willing to offer 1 additional day for approximately 1-2 hours for vendors to verify their information before the solicitation period close and proposals are submitted. This must be coordinated ASAP through the Contracting Office POC’s listed on the solicitation.

21) When can contractors begin install?

As soon as NTP is given and personnel have been vetted to access the base.

22) Is lodging available?

Yes, based on availability of temporary lodging on site in B202 and proposed work schedule rooms will be available for a small crew (2-4 people). Rooms are booked on a first come first serve basis and there is no 100% guarantee rooms will be available based on mission requirements.

23) Off base lodging?

Local options Attachment labeled OFF BASE LODGING. None of the commercial options provided are endorsed by GOV.

24) What is the height of the ceilings where the private offices will be located?

The ceiling height varies from 90” to 106”.