Solicitation Amendment M0026326QR0120002 SF 30.pdf

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11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

Previous edition unusable STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBE

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Block 14 (Description of Amendment/Modification): The purpose of this amendment is to reflect the following:

(1) Post J&A document to Sam.gov.

(2) Update Performance Work Statement language at Section 3,4,6.1,6.4,6.7,6.8,9.

(3) Provide Government responses to industry questions at Section L.

(4) Update List of Attachments in Section J to add Attachment 5 Salient Characteristics.

(5) Update section M Quality Appearance

(6) Update Attachment 3 Perf Film Addresses FY26.

(7) Update Period of Performance Section F.

Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

Miscellaneous text in this section has been modified to:

MARINE CORPS RECRUITING COMMAND

STOREFRONT GLASS GRAPHICS USING

PERFORATED WINDOW FILM

1. Background

This contract is in support of the United States Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) Branding Program for each of the six (6) Marine Corps Districts (MCD), which are located throughout the United States, overseas and its territories. The use of branded locations, emphasizing the approved Marine Corps colors, symbols, themes, furnishings, and lighting effects will help distinguish Marine Corps recruiting offices from recruiting offices of other Armed Services, providing a distinct recruiting advantage vis-a-vis other Services. The appearance of the branded offices leaves a positive impression not just with prospects, but their parents and other influencers as well.

MCRC is taking steps to improve physical security of recruiting facilities. MCRC intends to utilize perforated window film on the glass surfaces of storefront recruiting facilities in order to provide concealment, more specifically, protection from observation. It is necessary to have a means of obscuring the view of Marine recruiting station from the outside as a force protection measure. It is also necessary that, where practical, the Marines maintain visibility of the area outside of their office in order to maintain their situational awareness.

This will provide them with the possibility of early warning, if a potential aggressor is approaching the office or preparing to commit some type of hostile or unlawful act, outside the office. Perforated window film will allow for MCRC Branding Program success, while providing increased security for recruiting personnel and individuals visiting recruiting offices. As a part of this requirement, the current storefront glass graphics will be removed, and new perforated window film will be installed to span the entire glass window/door surface.

Perforated window film will be installed on existing facilities that have no storefront graphics. Additionally, perforated film will be replaced on existing facilities as required.

2. Objectives

The objective of this contract is to provide glass storefront window/door perforated window film graphics and to replace existing perforated film to MCRC recruiting offices located throughout the United States and its territories, which shall be produced and installed by the contractor.

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3. Scope

The MCRC identified a need for a single award Indefinite Delivery Requirements contract for the production and installation of storefront glass window/door graphics.

The graphics shall be installed at existing MCRC Single Service Recruiting facilities with glass front windows /doors and Co-located Recruiting facilities with separate entrance glass doors at each of the six (6) MCD. The contractor shall also be required to remove all current graphics and clean the window surfaces prior to installation of new perforated window wraps. This requirement entails locations approximately 740 storefront with an estimated square footage of 240 square feet per facility. The Government will issue Task Orders for the quantities actually required. Recruiting facilities at each of the six (6) MCDs include but are not limited to Recruiting Stations (RSs), Recruiting Substations (RSSs), Officer Selection Offices (OSOs), and Permanent Contact Stations (PCSs). This requirement shall also incorporate any new recruiting facilities that are identified during the period of performance of this contract. The guidance and specifications for the graphics will be based on Attachment 1&2: Guidebook and Scalable Graphic attached to this Statement of Work (SOW).

4. Applicable Documents

Attachment 1: Guidebook

Attachment 2: Scalable Graphic

Attachment 3: Locations spreadsheet to include Facility Identification Numbers (Updated 9/14/26)

Attachment 4: QASP

Attachment 5: Salient Characteristics

5. Requirements Points of Contact

5.1 Contracting Officer Representative (COR):

Michael Hounshell

Logistics Operations Officer, MCRC

3280 Russell Road (2nd Floor)

MCB, Quantico VA 22134

703-784-9456 michael.hounshell@marines.usmc.mil

5.2 Recruiting District Representatives: The Deputy Logistics Officers at each district will serve as a Recruiting District Representative and will be the technical point of contact for each district.

Contractor Point of Contact: The contractor shall establish a single management 5.3 focal point of contact to accomplish the administrative, managerial, warranty, and financial aspects of this contract, and this person will serve as the primary interface with the COR, Recruiting District Representatives, and the Contracting Office.

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mailto:michael.hounshell@marines.usmc.mil

6. Tasks

The tasks for this requirement shall include the following:

6.1. The contractor shall coordinate with COR to local jurisdictions and property owners /managers for permission to install the storefront glass graphics using perforated window film on each of the Marine Corps recruiting facilities. Permission for jurisdiction and property owner /manager will be in writing and sent out as a formal letter prior to beginning printing and installation of the perforated window film as prescribed per task order. All program management for sending out the permission letters and coordinating approvals shall be performed and documented by the COR and contractor. Signed permission documents by the jurisdiction and property owner/manager shall be sent to the COR at the time of the submission of the proof for inclusion in the contract file for future reference. The contractor shall also provide to the COR an updated spreadsheet monthly of the POC for whom they sent the letters to and the date the signed document was received. If approval is not met, then the contractor cannot proceed.

6.2. The contractor shall conduct a site survey of each location and measure all glass areas that will have graphics installed. Measuring the exterior windows and doors, in addition to taking a digital photograph will be required. Any situations where a window is partially shared with the neighboring service need to be notated and solution shall be achieved by working with the Recruiting District Representatives and COR. The photographs taken will determine if there are any obstructions on the glass windows and doors. The design and placement of the storefront suite numbers shall be documented and used later for developing the proof.

6.2.1. Documentation of the site survey, a photo of the facility, and a virtual proof of each location will need to be provided through email or digital coordination to the Recruiting District Representatives and COR for approval. The proof shall demonstrate the placement of the graphics in accordance with the graphic guidebook and the placement of the storefront suite numbers. If there are any shared windows, the proof shall indicate the placement of the perforated film on a certain portion of the window as agreed upon in writing between the contractor and the Recruiting District Representatives and COR. After the proof is approved and an installation date is set through communication with the Recruiting District Representatives, the contractor may proceed with the printing and installation.

6.2.2. Prior to beginning work on the first printing and installation of the first delivery order, the contractor shall provide a small hard copy proof to be sent to the COR to demonstrate color match to the colors specified: Black: Pantone Black C, Red: Pantone 187 Red, and Blue: Pantone 289 Blue.

6.3. The contractor shall provide all facilities and materials required to produce the perforated window film to be installed on all of the storefront glass windows and doors.

6.4. Production of the perforated window film shall use 3M 8170-P40 4-mil or equivalent Salient Characteristics in Attachment 5, opaque, cast vinyl film with a high gloss finish. Window Graphic Film will have a visual obscurity density of 60/40. The perforated film shall be laminated prior to installation with 3M 8518 Gloss Overlaminate or equivalent salient characteristic in order to protect the window film from UV rays and debris build up between the perforations. 3M Edge Sealer Tape 8914 or equivalent salient characteristic shall be applied at the time of installation to all edges of the perforated window film to help seal the film from the environment and prevent peeling.

Storefront suite/office numbers shall be included in the perforated window film

6.4.1. The provided graphic will be scalable, and it shall be printed and applied to span the entire glass, if possible. The guidebook provided shall be followed. Any questions regarding guidebook use shall be addressed through the COR. All printers need to be G-7 calibrated to ensure continuity of printed colors.

6.5. Each facility storefront glass windows/doors contain fragmentation films. The fragmentation film is placed on the inside of the glass windows/doors. To avoid damaging the integrity of installed fragmentation film, application of the perforated window film shall be installed on the outside of the glass windows/doors and not over the top of the fragmentation film.

6.6. Installation of the perforated window film will begin with the removal of all of the current storefront vinyl graphics. Once the window surface is clear of all old window graphics, the glass surface shall be thoroughly cleaned prior to installation of the window film. The perforated window film with overlaminate, as specified in 6.4, will be installed to match the approved proof. Edge sealer is to be applied to any edges where the glass meets the window/door frame, or where the film is cut due to partial window covering in instances of shared windows. The installed film shall be free of any bubbles or tears. As specified per task order, for any Recruiting Facility that is moving to a new location, the contractor will remove all graphics (to include both vinyl and/or perforated film) at the current facility and install the storefront graphics as perforated window film at the new storefront location as directed per task order. As specified per task order, for any Recruiting Facility that is closing and not relocating, the contractor will remove all graphics (to include both vinyl and/or perforated film) as directed per task order.

6.6.1. Upon completion of the installation, a picture of the facility shall be taken and sent to the COR and the Recruiting District Representatives within 5 days of the installation for approval. Any defects with the installation shall be corrected by the contractor within 30 days of the installation date.

6.7. The perforated window film shall have a 2 year, 3M MCS Warranty or equivalent salient characteristic, with the exception of the following locations that shall receive a 3M MCS Warranty or equivalent salient characteristic of 1.4 years from the date of installation due to their geographic location in correlation with UV rays received: Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada's southern counties, Utah's southern counties, California's southern counties, and Texas' western counties. The warranty shall cover any physical defects in the 3M product, manufacturing defects and ink performance issues, printing defects, cutting defects, graphic appearance, and removal issues, etc.

6.8. Documentation of the 3M MCS Warranty or equal, G-7 printing, liability insurance shall be provided as a part of the offeror's submission package, and available if requested during the life of the contract.

Contractor will provide the COR a photo to verify the old, perforated film has been 6.9.

removed and is unusable. After the COR verifies, the old, perforated film shall be disposed of by the Contractor.

7. Reports

7.1 Project Status Report. The contractor shall provide information regarding work performed during the reporting period such as progress of the work and the status of the project, such as project descriptions, work completed since last report, next steps, and delivery schedule. This report shall be provided to the COR on the third Thursday of each month by 2:00pm EST. In the event where the third Thursday falls on a federal holiday, the reports shall be due on the next business day.

8. Meetings

8.1 Progress Meetings. The contractor shall meet with the COR on a quarterly basis to discuss any issues, concerns, or other important information pertaining to the contract. The COR may also schedule additional meetings aside from the quarterly meetings as determined necessary, a teleconference will suffice.

9. Place of Performance

The contractor shall provide all facilities necessary to manufacture and produce storefront graphics using perforated window film. The contractor shall also be required to travel to each recruiting facility throughout the United States to remove existing vinyl graphics and install perforated graphics. As stated in Section 7 of the SOW, a spreadsheet will be provided detailing the addresses of each of the recruiting locations of the six (6) MCDs.

10. Period of Performance

10.1 Commencement. The contractor shall commence performance of the work on the contract immediately upon receipt of the first task order. Commencement of task orders will vary task order to task order.

10.2 The initial phase of installations to include an estimated 365 storefronts will need to be completed within one year from contract award. Task orders will be issued as the need arises for installation on new sites after the initial phase.

10.3 Three option years with will be included in the contract that may be exercised if the need exists for removal and/or installation at locations past the initial base year.

Section F - Deliveries or Performance

The delivery information for the following CLIN(s) / SLIN(s) / ELIN(s) were modified:

INFORMATION FROM TO

Period of Performance 23 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2027 28 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2027

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2027 28 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2027

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2027 28 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2027

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2027 28 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2027

Option Line Item 1001

INFORMATION FROM TO

Period of Performance 23 Sep 2027 to 22 Sep 2028 28 Oct 2027 to 27 Oct 2028

Option Line Item 1002

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2027 to 22 Sep 2028 28 Oct 2027 to 27 Oct 2028

Option Line Item 1003

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2027 to 22 Sep 2028 28 Oct 2027 to 27 Oct 2028

Option Line Item 1004

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2027 to 22 Sep 2028 28 Oct 2027 to 27 Oct 2028

Option Line Item 2001

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2028 to 22 Sep 2029 28 Oct 2028 to 27 Oct 2029

Option Line Item 2002

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2028 to 22 Sep 2029 28 Oct 2028 to 27 Oct 2029

Option Line Item 2003

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2028 to 22 Sep 2029 28 Oct 2028 to 27 Oct 2029

Option Line Item 2004

INFORMATION FROM TO

Period of Performance 23 Sep 2028 to 22 Sep 2029 28 Oct 2028 to 27 Oct 2029

Option Line Item 3001

INFORMATION FROM TO

Period of Performance 23 Sep 2029 to 22 Sep 2030 28 Oct 2029 to 27 Oct 2030

Option Line Item 3002

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2029 to 22 Sep 2030 28 Oct 2029 to 27 Oct 2030

Option Line Item 3003

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2029 to 22 Sep 2030 28 Oct 2029 to 27 Oct 2030

Option Line Item 3004

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Period of Performance 23 Sep 2029 to 22 Sep 2030 28 Oct 2029 to 27 Oct 2030

Section J - List of Attachments

The following attachments were added:

Attachment 3 Perf Film Addresses Attachment 5 Salient Characteristics

The following attachments were deleted:

Attachment 3 Perf Film_Addresses_FY26

Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters

Miscellaneous text in this section has been modified to:

RFQ No. M00263-26-Q-R012

Storefront Graphics Installations

Industry Questions and Government Answers:

1. Industry Question: Do you have information such as the overall Scope of Work and glass sizes by location for your recruiting centers available to send me so that we can quote this project?

Government Response: Each facility storefront windows will be different in size. Listed in section C-3 Scope list an estimated square footage of 240sqft per facility.

2. Industry Question: Page 8, paragraph 6.2. "The contractor shall conduct a site survey of each location and measure all glass areas that will have graphics installed" where can we find the sizes and dimensions of the windows so that we can accurately calculate the fixed price costings? Are the measurements different at different locations?

- Are out of hours installation required?

- Attachment 4 Perf Film_QASP_FY26.pdf is noted, will the on-site work be inspected, signed-off and approved before the installers leave site?

:Government Response There is no database that provides the exact dimensions of each site. Use 240sqft for determining pricing. No, out-of-hour installation is not required. Yes, the work must be signed off as complete.

3. Industry Question: Page 8, paragraph 6.5 is noted - please confirm that rubber elements do not require wrapping, application is only required on glass?

Government Response: Application is only required on the glass.

4. Industry Question: Page 8, paragraph 6.6 is noted - please could you clarify the responsibilities in terms of cleaning to prepare the application surface, adhesive residue and also damage remediation?

Government Response: You will be required to clean all glass surfaces and remove any existing material on the windows prior to installation of the perf film. If a window is damaged, you will not install it at this location until the government can have the window replaced.

5. Industry Question: Attachments 1 and 2 are noted o Please confirm final artwork will be provided in high-resolution vector files (e.g. Adobe Illustrator) o Is the contractor able to recover costs for design corrections, if required?

Government Response: You will be provided with the final artwork. There will be "NO" design corrections made by the vendor.

6. Industry Question: Page 1, please can you clarify the determination of USD 34,500,000.00

Government Response: USD 34,500,000 is the size standard for this requirement. A size standard, which is usually stated in number of employees or average annual receipts, represents the largest size that a business (including its subsidiaries and affiliates) may be to remain classified as a small business for SBA and federal contracting programs. You are encouraged to review the rules and regulations regarding NAICS codes and small business status.

7. Industry Question: Page 6, "located throughout the United States, overseas and its territories" however the file Attachment 3 Perf Film_Addresses_FY26.xlsx only contains addresses in the Continental United States - please can you confirm this is not an international project and no on-site work is required outside the Continental United States

Government Response: As it relates to this requirement all locations will be within the Continental Unites States. See update Attachment 3.

8. Industry Question: Paragraph 6.6, page 8 "removal of all of the current storefront vinyl graphics" to accurately determine the labor hours and therefore the pricing for Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs please provide close-up photos and advise what is the age, condition, and coverage - is this the same material as specified (3M 8170P40 (or equal) with 3M 8518 gloss overlaminate and 3M 8914 edge sealer)

Government Response: The Government cannot provide photos, specific age, condition, or precise material specifications for the legacy graphics across all nationwide locations. Existing graphics across facilities vary in age, exposure, and coverage. Yes, this is the same material as specified.

Please section C of Solicitation which contains statement of work.

9. Industry Question: From the statement "The MCRC identified a need for a single award Indefinite Delivery Requirements contract for the production and installation of storefront glass window/door graphics" we understand this is a single award contract (not multiple suppliers) - please confirm

Government Response: Yes, this is a single-award contract.

10. Industry Question: From page 1, point 14 "Method of Solicitation" It is about the tick on the RFQ box 14 on page 1 cross-referenced with the section Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award on page 26 (which reads more like an RFP e.g. with non-price criteria) - we are trying to understand if this is a quote (the bidder with the lowest price and compliant response wins)?

Government Response: Section 14 states the method of solicitation which is a request for Quote. On page 26 Section M-Evaluation Factors for Award, lists the evaluation criteria for award. This requirement will be evaluated based on the Gateway Factor, Price, Past Performance and other factors.

11. Industry Question: Please advise the specific requirements for "Small Business Set Aside" with respect to both the prime contractor and also subcontractors.

Government Response: It is the offerors' responsibility to be familiar with and adhere to applicable small business set aside laws and regulations, along with their impact on subcontractors.

12. Industry Question: Paragraph 6.8 on page 9, can bidders self-certify G-7 printing, or will this render a gateway decision of unacceptable?

Government Response: Offerors may not self-certify G-7 printing, unless the bidders have someone that's completed training and certified.

13. Industry Question: Page 3, Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs o Please confirm bid are prices exclude tax and the contractor will be provided with a tax exemption certificate following award. If not, please confirm the applicable rate(s) and whether they should be included or separately itemized

Government Response: Fixed-price solicitations incorporate FAR 52.229-3 (Federal, State, and Local Taxes), which establishes that the contract price includes all applicable federal, state, and local taxes and duties. Unless the solicitation explicitly instructs offerors to break out or separately itemize taxes on the CLIN/pricing schedule, applicable taxes must be included in the fully burdened firm-fixed price.

o Allowed Per Order Minimum: 1 Each, Maximum: 365 Each is noted, to cover fixed costs such as trip charges, print runs and freight etc. can bidders state a minimum order charge?

Government Response: Offerors may not propose a separate minimum order charge. This solicitation is established on a firm-fixed-price basis per unit ("Each" per location) under Section B. Offerors must fully absorb and incorporate all associated fixed and variable costs into the established CLIN unit prices across the full minimum/maximum order thresholds.

14. Industry Question: Page 3, Pricing Item 0001 - Site Survey/Installation Approval and Option Line Item 1001:

Site Survey/Installation Approval o Is this activity mainly to support the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan o Are these activities to be undertaken before the work starts

Government Response: Yes this activity mainly supports the QASP. Please refer to PWS section 6.1-6.2.1. There is no prior activity required before start of work that has been outlined in the SOW.

15. Industry Question: " Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price" is not, please confirm if there an opportunity for change control of Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs in the event that unexpected installation conditions are discovered?

Government Response: This is a Firm Fixed Price contract. It is unknown what is meant by "change control."

16. Industry Question: Page 10, paragraph 10.2 The initial phase of installations to include an estimated 365 storefronts will need to be completed within one year from contract award" is noted, is there a fixed date by which the installations must be completed? What are the turnaround times, milestones, and target dates for the work plan?

Government Response: There is no specific calendar end-date prior to that one-year period. Specific turnaround times and delivery schedules for designated locations will be established in coordination with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) upon task order issuance.

17. Industry Question: Will the pricing and arrangements for non-warranty repairs (e.g. resulting from window panel replacement) be subject to post-award agreement?

Government Response: The government will submit for a complete removal and replacement of the perforated film. The contractor is limited to charging the agreed to price in accordance with the CLINs upon contract award.

18. Industry Question: Regarding the requirement described on page 9, paragraph 6.9. Contractor will provide the COR a photo to verify the old, perforated film has been removed and is unusable. "After the COR verifies, the old, perforated film shall be disposed of by the Contractor" o How should the contractor render the film unusable, does this mean shredding or some other form of de-identification?

o Is disposal at a landfill acceptable?

Government Response: Contractor must ensure that the film cannot be utilized by another company or person for use. Yes, disposal at the landfill is acceptable, provided it is in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies concerning disposal.

19. Industry Question: For Solicitation M0026326QR012, would MCRC accept a 4.0-mil perforated window film laminated with a 1.5-mil optically clear overlaminate, resulting in a total finished thickness of 5.5 mil?

Government Response: Yes.

20. Industry Question: Please confirm whether the required thickness applies to the perforated film alone or to the complete film-and-laminate system.

Government Response: To the film alone.

21. Industry Question: Would the Government accept a 4-mil perforated window film laminated with a 1.5-mil 3M 8518 Gloss Overlaminate, or equal, for a total finished thickness of 5.5 mils, provided the overlaminate protects the window film from UV exposure and debris buildup within the perforations?

Government Response: Yes.

22. Industry Question: Well focus on the 3M equivalent product, but is there a testing or qualifying department for products you should consider in the future?

Government Response: No

23. Industry Question: Would appreciate some clarification regarding the pricing form titled "Supplies or Services and Prices or Costs." Could you please clarify what the "Estimated Quantity" column indicates? For example, Item 1 shows an estimated quantity of 365. Please also confirm how the estimated quantities should be considered when preparing our pricing.

:Government Response The "Estimated Quantity" reflects the Government's best estimate of required storefront installations for evaluation and planning purposes over each performance period. For pricing preparation, multiply the proposed unit price by the estimated quantity to calculate the total extended price for each CLIN. The Total Evaluated Price will be based on the sum of all extended CLIN totals. Please refer to clause 52.216-21 in the contract. "Each" under "Unit" refers to each storefront.

24. Industry Question: For an "or equal" product, are there specific technical characteristics or documentation the Marine Corps requires us to provide to demonstrate equivalency?

Government Response: Offerors proposing an "or equal" product must include descriptive literature and technical documentation with their proposal to substantiate full equivalency. Please refer to Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

25. Industry Question: Are the stated durability and warranty requirements required of the perforated film itself, or are they based on the complete printed and laminated graphic system?

Government Response: For all products. Please Refer to Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

26. Industry Question: Does the Marine Corps require a specific cast construction, or would a polymeric product laminated with a Cast Lam be acceptable if it meets or exceeds the required performance and durability specifications?

Government Response: It is acceptable if it meets or exceeds the requirements. Please refer to Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

27. Industry Question: Are there any required certifications, testing documentation, or approved-product qualifications that must accompany an alternate manufacturer's product with the quotation?

Government Response: See Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

28. Industry Question: 3M 8170-P40 or Equal - Will the Government consider an equivalent product from another manufacturer, provided it meets or exceeds all stated performance requirements?

Government Response: Yes, See Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

29. Industry Question: 60/40 Perforation - Is the 60/40 perforation ratio a strict requirement, or would an equivalent perforation pattern that provides comparable visibility and performance be acceptable?

Government Response: 60/40 Perforation is a strict requirement. See Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

30. Industry Question: Overlaminate - The specification calls for a gloss overlaminate. Is there a specific type, brand, or performance standard required for the overlaminate, or would a comparable gloss overlaminate meeting the stated durability requirements be acceptable?

Government Response: A comparable glass overlaminate meeting the stated durability will be acceptable as long as it is a gloss overlaminate that does not interfered with the graphics color. See Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

31. Industry Question: Durability/Warranty - Could you please confirm whether the specified durability and warranty requirements apply specifically to the 3M 8170-P40 product, or whether an "equal" product may satisfy the requirement through equivalent or better durability and warranty coverage?

Government Response: The specified durability and warranty requirements apply to the 3M 8170-P40 product and an or equal product. See Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

32. Industry Question: Approved Equivalent - If an equivalent product is acceptable, would the Government be able to confirm whether any of the vendor's panoRama products would be considered acceptable, assuming they meet or exceed the stated specifications?

: Government Response If the proposed equivalent product meets or exceeds the stated specifications, that product could be deemed acceptable. See Attachment #5 Salient Characteristics.

33. Industry Question: Following removal of the existing storefront graphics, is there a maximum allowable period of time before the new perforated window film must be installed? For planning purposes, would approximately five to seven calendar days between removal and installation be acceptable?

Government Response: The film shall be installed immediately after the removal of the old graphics.

34. Industry Question: If a five-to-seven-calendar-day interval is not acceptable, what is the maximum allowable period that a recruiting facility may remain without storefront graphics (for example, same day, next day, 48 hours, etc.)?

Government Response: Same day.

35. Industry Question: May the required site survey, measurements, photographs, and virtual-proof development be completed while the existing storefront graphics remain installed?

Government Response: Yes.

36. Industry Question: What is the anticipated turnaround time for the Recruiting District Representative and/or COR to review and approve a submitted virtual proof?

Government Response: Estimated 24-48 hours.

37. Industry Question: Will the Government provide the contractor with the appropriate property owner/manager contact information for each location, or will the contractor be responsible for independently identifying those contacts?

Government Response: The government will provide the contractor with contact information for each location.

38. Industry Question: May the contractor coordinate and sequence locations geographically in order to efficiently perform multiple site surveys, removals, and installations within the same geographic area, provided all task-order and coordination requirements are satisfied?

Government Response: Yes, if it is consistent with the Government's timing requirements.

39. Industry Question: May the contractor perform work at multiple recruiting facilities on the same day when geographic proximity, facility availability, and approved installation schedules permit?

Government Response: Yes, if it is consistent with the Government's timing requirements.

40. Industry Question: May site surveys, removals, and installations be scheduled on Saturdays or other non-business days when approved by the applicable Recruiting District Representative and local facility?

Government Response: No.

41. Industry Question: After the contractor removes the existing graphics and submits the required photographs to the COR, must the contractor remain at the location until the COR verifies the removal, or may the contractor proceed to the next location while awaiting verification?

Government Response: Contractor may proceed to the next location.

42. Industry Question: If verification is received after the contractor has left the location, may the removed graphics be transported from the site and disposed of after COR verification?

Government Response: Yes.

43. Industry Question: May the required site surveys, measurements, and photographs be performed by qualified contractor or subcontractor field personnel who are different from the personnel subsequently performing the installation?

Government Response: Yes.

44. Industry Question: For the required certificate of liability insurance, please confirm whether a specific entity and address should be listed as the Certificate Holder on the COI.

Government Response: Yes the specific entity and address information should be listed as the Certificate Holder on the COL.

45. Industry Question: CLINs 0001-0004 and the option CLINs are priced on an "Each" basis by installation/location. Storefront glass area, number of panels, removal condition, travel, and access can vary substantially by site. Is the Government asking offerors to quote one fixed unit price per CLIN that applies to every location regardless of actual storefront size/conditions? If so, is there a Government-provided square-footage or size assumption that offerors should use to normalize those unit prices?

Government Response: The Government is asking offerors to quote one fixed unit price. There is no database that provides the exact dimensions of each site. Use estimated square footage of 240 square feet per facility for determining pricing. Refer to Section C in solicitation.

46. Industry Question: Attachment 3 contains the current facility address list, while the PWS describes approximately 1,200 facilities and the base /option estimates are lower. Should offerors price using only the Attachment 3 locations as the planning basis, with future/new locations priced at the awarded unit rates?

Government Response: Attachment 3 provides the current baseline facility listing for geographic distribution and planning purposes. As listed in the updated Attachment 3, the total operational footprint encompasses approximately 1,388 facilities nationwide across the contract life cycle. The estimated quantities in Section B represent the evaluated ordering estimates for each respective ordering period. Though 1,388 facilities are listed, only the Minimum and maximum government to order quantities listed in Section B are required to be performed.

47. Industry Question: For the requirement to obtain written property-owner/manager and jurisdictional approval before installation, will the Government provide landlord/property-management contact information and any existing lease/signage approvals? How should permit, landlord review, or other third-party fees be handled if a location requires them?

Government Response: If approval is required from the landlord on any existing location, the government will assist with providing landlord/property managers information or coordinate with United States Army Corps of Engineers. If there is a fee to obtain a permit, it will not be the contractor's responsibility to pay such fee for a permit. See Section C-Task 6.1.

48. Industry Question: Please clarify what evidence of the 3M MCS Warranty capability and G-7 calibrated printing must be submitted with the quotation versus maintained/provided after award. May an offeror satisfy these requirements through a qualified first-tier production/installation subcontractor identified in its technical approach?

Government Response: Offeror must provide certification certificate. Yes, offeror may satisfy these requirements through a qualified first-tier production/installation subcontractor identified in its technical approach.

49. Industry Question: Because performance spans many states and territories, will each task order identify the applicable Service Contract Labor Standards wage determination(s) for its place(s) of performance, and will the awarded unit prices remain fixed when wage determinations differ materially by location?

Government Response: Yes, and Yes, it will remain fixed.

50. Industry Question: Does the Government anticipate grouping multiple facilities geographically within task orders/routes, or should contractors price on the assumption that individual sites may be ordered independently anywhere within the listed nationwide/territorial footprint?

Government Response: Price based on individual sites.

51. Industry Question: For limitation-on-subcontracting planning under FAR 52.219-14, may the prime use first-tier subcontractors that qualify as similarly situated small businesses under the NAICS assigned to their subcontract and count those costs toward the prime's required performance, consistent with the clause?

Government Response: It is the offeror's responsibility to ensure compliance with FAR 52.219-14 and all applicable small business laws and regulations, including those pertaining to subcontractors.

52. Industry Question: Please advise whether the Government maintains an interested-vendors list, whether teaming/subcontracting contacts can be shared, and whether a firm may participate primarily as an installation partner under the eventual prime contractor.

Government Response: Government does not maintain a such a list.

53. Industry Question: Section B states a Government minimum of 365 installations and maximum of 740, while PWS Section 3 references approximately 1,200 storefront locations and Attachment 3 lists approximately 1,410 facilities. Please confirm the maximum number of locations that may be ordered during the four-year contract.

Government Response: The max during the duration of the contract will be approximately 740 facilities.

54. Industry Question: The CLINs are priced per "Each," while the PWS estimates approximately 240 square feet per facility. Must the contractor quote one fixed national price per location regardless of actual measured square footage, number of windows/doors, travel, and removal condition, or may task-order pricing be adjusted based on the approved site survey?

Government Response: Offeror Must quote one fixed price per installation. (each)

55. Industry Question: Section L states that the offeror shall "provide 10 days for delivery after receipt of order." Please confirm whether this means work must be fully completed within 10 calendar days after each task order, or whether the 10-day requirement refers to another milestone such as initial contact, scheduling, or delivery of materials.

Government Response: Work must be completed within 10 calendar days.

56. Industry Question: Will each task order identify the specific locations, required completion dates, and applicable Service Contract Labor Standards wage determinations before performance is required?

Government Response: Please refer to the solicitation section G- Contract Administration Data, which provides, "SCLS Wage Determinations shall be incorporated with and attached to each Task Order issued under the contract as each individual Task Order will specify the exact place(s) of performance among the recruiting locations of the six (6) MCDs.

57. Industry Question: For locations outside the continental United States, including U.S. territories, will the same fixed per-location CLIN pricing apply?

Government Response: No, There are no expected installations outside of the continental United States.

58. Industry Question: Initial locations- The PWS includes a master list of approximately 1,200 locations, while the initial requirement is estimated at 365 locations. Will the specific 365 initial locations be identified before award, or should pricing be based on the full master location list and actual locations assigned by task order?

Government Response: Pricing must be submitted per the instructions in the solicitation. We will not provide the initial 365 locations until after award. Each location will be identified per task order. Pricing shall be a standard price per location.

59. Industry Question: Site survey pricing-The PWS provides an estimated 240 square feet per facility, but we did not find an estimated linear footage for the storefront windows. Is any linear-foot information available, or should offerors use the 240-square-foot estimate for pricing purposes?

Government Response: Offerors should use the 240sqft estimate for pricing purposes.

60. Industry Question: Survey format-Does the site-survey documentation need to be prepared in CAD, or is a clear dimensioned field sketch /elevation with measurements, photographs, and the required virtual proof acceptable?

Government Response: No site survey documentation it does not need to be prepared in CAD. Clear dimensional field sketch/elevation with measurements, photographs, and the required virtual is proof acceptable.

61. Industry Question: Working hours- Are there any restrictions on when site surveys and installations may be performed, such as business-hours-only or after-hours requirements?

Government Response: Yes, site surveys must be performed with coordination of COR. See Section C Performance Work Statement 6.1-6.2.1.

62. Industry Question: Access equipment- Are the storefront windows generally accessible from ground level? Are there any known locations that will require ladders or lifts, and if so, is information available regarding approximate working heights or access limitations?

Government Response: Facilities will be accessible from the ground level or there may be some on second/third floors but with a catwalk.

63. Industry Question: Existing graphics- Is there any site-specific information available regarding the existing graphics, such as photographs, material type, approximate age, or condition? This would help determine the expected level of effort for removal.

Government Response: No, we did not maintain the previous installed photographs. The material type currently installed is the same as the material the government is asking for in the SOW.

64. Industry Question: Property contacts- The PWS requires the contractor to coordinate with property owners/managers and obtain written approval. Will property owner/manager contact information be provided for the assigned locations, or will the contractor be responsible for locating the appropriate contacts?

Government Response: Government will assist with the information, however, 99% of the facilities already have approval from the previous installation.

65. Industry Question: Permits and fees- If a local jurisdiction requires a permit or other filing for the installation, should the contractor include those permit/application fees in its pricing?

Government Response: No. The contractor will not be responsible for such permit fee.

66. Industry Question: Rollout approach- Does the Government anticipate beginning with a small group of locations to validate the survey, proof, printing, and installation process before proceeding with the broader rollout, or should the contractor expect task orders to begin without a separate pilot phase?

Government Response: The government will only rollout a few installations at a time.

67. Industry Question: Weather/temperature- Since the film will be installed on exterior glass at locations throughout the country, should the contractor expect installations to continue year-round, including during colder weather, subject to the manufacturer's installation-temperature requirements?

Government Response: Contractor may only install in locations where the temperature permits installation of the film. The government has a complete understanding of the weather impacts to installation.

68. Industry Question: Is the solicitation a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS 541850?

Government Response: Yes. See page 1 of Solicitation.

69. Industry Question: May the prime contractor use qualified regional installation subcontractors to cover the nationwide facility list, subject to the solicitation's limitations on subcontracting?

Government Response: Yes, provided all solicitation parameters and Federal contract laws and regulations are followed.

70. Industry Questions: Is a specific manufacturer/dealer authorization required for the perforated film, or is compliance with the stated material /graphic specifications sufficient?

Government Response: No, compliance with the stated material/graphic specifications is sufficient.

71. Industry Questions: Are there any mandatory site visits, samples, past-performance thresholds, bonding, or security/access requirements not apparent from the public notice that would determine eligibility?

Government Response: The Government expects compliance with all applicable Federal government acquisition laws, regulations, and policies, and with the requirements in the solicitation.

72. Industry Question: Quantity Discrepancy Between CLINs and MCD Matrix

The solicitation identifies the following CLIN quantities: 0001-0004: 365 Offices

1001-1004: 125 Offices

2001-2004: 125 Offices

3001-3004: 125 Offices Total: 740 Possible Offices

However, the MCD matrix provided reflects the following quantities: 1MCD: 294 Offices

4MCD: 242 Offices

6MCD: 204 Offices

8MCD: 133 Offices

9MCD: 297 Offices

12MCD: 240 Offices

Total: 1,410 Offices

Based on these figures, the CLIN quantities…