Q_A RFP SP-WWU2024 -1125 Tiny Homes.pdf
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- SP-WWU2024-1125
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- Okanogan County, Skagit County, Okanogan City, Washington
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This is a vendor Q&A document for RFP SP-WWU2024-1125 issued by Western Washington University (WWU) for tiny homes to be located in Mazama, WA. The RFP seeks two tiny homes constructed as RVs, measuring 24-28 feet long with 200-410 square feet of space, with one unit requiring a washer/dryer combo. The units must be permanently constructed on trailers, registered as RVs, and pass Washington L&I inspection. The specifications include options for built-in or portable air filters, water storage tanks (fresh, grey, and black water), and energy-efficient appliances without specific brand requirements. WWU will handle site preparation and utility installation, while the vendor is responsible for delivery and leveling units with corner jacks.
The payment terms specify that WWU will pay contractors within 30 days of properly completed invoices or deliverable acceptance. WWU is subject to sales tax, and vendors outside Washington State must provide proof of licensing and insurance certificates. While the university will coordinate DMV title registration, vendors must provide titles and bills of sale. Vendors may submit pictures and designs of similar projects with references. The RFP does not specify exact layout requirements for bathrooms and kitchens, leaving dimensions and materials to manufacturer design while meeting specified climate and environmental conditions including temperature range and snowload requirements.
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Vendor Questions - RFP SP-WWU2024-1125 Tiny Homes
1. For businesses located outside of Washington State, including those that may not be licensed in the state of Washington, are there any special requirements?
Answer: Businesses located outside of Washington State must provide proof of licensing and certificate(s) of insurance showing compliance with the insurance requirements specified in the RFP.
2. Are portable air filters acceptable?
A: Air filters can be either built-in or portable
3. What information do you need regarding water and septic storage options?
A: We would like quotes to include an option for fresh, grey and black water tanks and the cost without, if both options exist for the unit.
4. Re: the washer/dryer combo unit, is it correct that one unit would have the combo and the other wouldn’t?
A: That is correct: only one of the units will have washer / dryer combo
5. Is WWU subject to sales tax?
A: Yes, WWU is subject to sales tax.
6. Who will submit the documents to the DMV for the title?
A: WWU will coordinate registration of the title. The vendor must provide WWU with the title and bill of sale for each unit.
7. How does the payment process work?
A: Billing Procedures: The University will pay the Contractor within 30 days of receipt of properly completed invoices or acceptance of deliverables, whichever is later. Invoices shall be submitted to the University’s Accounts Payable department at the address below:
Western Washington University Business Services – Accounts Payable Department
PO Box 218 Bellingham, WA 98227 Accounts.Payable@wwu.edu
8. Can we provide examples of the units we have built for other entities, including model pictures and/or designs?
A: Yes, pictures/designs of models built for other similar projects may be submitted with references in addition to the other required proposal contents.
9. Are there any specific permitting requirements to be aware of for delivering and setting up the tiny homes in Mazama, WA?
A: Refer to RFP for requirements. Notably, that units must be constructed to pass inspection with WA L&I. Permits related to the site location will be handled by WWU.
mailto:Accounts.Payable@wwu.edu
10. Do you already have drawings of the layout for the Tiny home?
A: RFP is seeking units that have been designed and either built or ready for manufacture to be registered as an RV.
11. What are the exact dimensions and layout requirements for the bathroom and kitchen areas?
A: RFP is seeking units that have been designed and contain the kitchen and bathroom appliances specified. Dimensions and layout are up to manufacturer's design.
12. Are there any specific brand preferences for the appliances and fixtures?
A: Appliances and fixtures that are efficient in energy and space are preferred, without specific brands identified.
13. What are the preferred finishes and materials for the interior and exterior of the tiny homes?
A: RFP is seeking units that have been designed and that meet climate and environmental conditions identified, such as temperature range and snowload.
Finishes and materials are up to manufacturer's design.
14. Are there any additional sustainability features or certifications desired beyond the specified requirements?
A: See RFP for all features being sought. Energy efficiency may be considered, however, no additional sustainability certifications are required.
15. Who coordinates installation of the tiny home once it is delivered on the property?
A: WWU will complete site prep. Successful bidder will deliver units to prepared footprint and level the units with corner jacks. WWU will be responsible for utility and all other installation.
16. What is the size preference for the container for a 2-bedroom tiny home (20’, 30’, 40’ 45’ container)? The dimensions provided is a wide range and for a more accurate quote this would be helpful.
A: RFP seeks 24-28 feet long 200-410 sq ft Other dimensions, such as 30' long will be considered. 40' or longer are not sought.
17. Does the Tiny home need to be on wheels permanently? Or, just placed on wheels/chassis when time to move the Tiny home again?
A: RFP seeks tiny home that is constructed permanently on a trailer, and is registered as an RV.
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