Responses_to_QuestionsNIHOD2013398-NIH_Comprehensive_Multiple_Component_Waste.docx

NIH Comprehensive Multiple Component Waste

Responses to Questions:

1.

Question- Where is the composting material (animal bedding and food waste) being taken currently?

Answer- This is what we are judging the contractor on, their

2.

Question - Where are toner cartridges being taken currently?

Answer- This is what we are judging the contractor on, their choices and submittal. We feel they have to propose these things and prove they have a network and understanding of the industry.

3.

Question- Does the current contractor have someone on-site full time to handle recycling removal?

Answer- They need to read the SOW and Performance Standards and provide a response based on what we are seeking in those documents.

4.

Question- The most recent solicitation modification states that the closing date for the proposal is March 15, 2015. However, several paragraphs later states that the Business and Technical proposals must be received by March 14, 2014. Please clarify.

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Question- I am unable to locate specific information regarding the number of proposals that must be submitted. There is reference to Attachment 23 on page of 109, which may contain that information, however Attachment 23 is not provided.

Answer- Attachment 23 is the solicitation. The number of proposals requested is 6 Technical proposals and 3 Business proposals. See page 86 of attachment 23.

6. Question Is the Pre-Solicitation Conference sign in sheet available to the public?

Answer – A request must be submitted to the NIH FOIA office for a copy of the sign in sheet.

7. Question – 1. Item 3(f): Special projects - It is requested that we provide a unit price, however the type of project is unknown.

4. Item 9: Management handling fee references Line 8m. Should the reference be 8k?

Answer