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- Exterior Building and Exterior Window Cleaning Services - DLA Distribution Susquehanna, PA
- Solicitation number
- SP3300-24-Q-0013
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Defense Logistics Agency Distribution
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This document contains an amendment to a solicitation for exterior building and window cleaning services. The Defense Logistics Agency Distribution is seeking these services for Building 5430 located at the DLA Distribution Headquarters in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania. The period of performance is a base year with four option years. Quotes are due on February 16, 2024 by 3:00 PM EST. Site visits must be scheduled by February 7th. The incumbent contractor is Top of the Line Services, LLC under contract number SP3300-20-C-0002. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by February 8th. The NAICS code is 561790 with a size standard of $9,000,000. The PSC code is S201.
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DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
DLA DISTRIBUTION
5430 MIFFLIN AVENUE
NEW CUMBERLAND, PENNSYLVANIA 17070-5008
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Solicitation: SP3300-24-Q-0013 Amendment: 0002
The purpose of this amendment is to provide answers to questions submitted in response to the solicitation and site visit.
Q: Is there an incumbent? If so, please provide their information.
A: Yes. Top of the Line Services, LLC; contract number SP3300-20-C-0002
Q: Can we use a vendor and subcontractor major workshare, maybe even 100%?
A: The Government contracts with the prime contractor and does not have any relationship with the Subcontractor.
See DFARS 252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Products or Commercial Services; FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment, FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (DEVIATION 2021-O0008). FAR -https://www.acquisition.gov/browsefar DFARS - https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/dfarspgi/current
Q: Does the facility have access to electric on the outside?
A: Yes
Q: If electric access outside, what is the voltage and amperage, 110V or 220V? Is there access on all sides of the facility?
A: 110
Q: Can on-site storage be provided for any equipment, such as manlifts?
A: While the contractor is on site, the lift can be parked in the lot. Permanent storage is not available
Q: Has the building been cleaned before? If so, when and by whom?
A: Yes. Incumbent: Top of the Line Services, LLC; contract number SP3300-20-C-0002. Last cleaning: October
Q: Why is the requirement open again? Did the contractor meet the requirements of the contract?
A: The current contract, SP3300-20-C-0002, ends 31 March 2024.
Q: Does the facility have any runoff or staining of the exterior panels or glass?
A: yes https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/dfarspgi/current
Q: Do you know what the staining is? Most common stains on commercial buildings. (Black Algae: Discoloration found on horizontal and vertical surfaces. Mildew and Fungus: Discoloration found in moist or humid environments.
Rust Stains: Orange/brown discoloration caused by iron oxidation. Debris Stains: Caused by water run-off and accumulation of other debris. Graffiti: Paint or markings applied to a building surface without authorization. Lichen:
Discoloration caused by the growth of lichen on exterior surfaces. Soot Stains: Discoloration found on building surfaces near sources of combustion. Efflorescence: White residue caused by the migration of salts from masonry surfaces. Acid Rain: Acids in polluted air and rain react with the calcite in marble and limestone.)
A: The majority of the staining is from the environment, to the best of my knowledge.
Q: The RFQ states the facility façade is constructed of “precast panels”. Are the non-metallic panels covered in stucco or other brittle construction product?
A: The panels are precast concrete.
Q: Can a roof rolling rig with counterweights for rope access be used?
A: Yes
Q: What are the hours of operation to perform the work?
A: 0700 – 1630 (7:00 AM EST – 4:30 PM EST)
Q: Are weekends available for us to perform the work?
A: No
Q: Are there any restrictions on the chemicals that can be used?
A: The government is big on environmentally safe green products.
Q: Some windows have heavy water deposit stains. Do we perform a standard washing of windows that will not remove the water stains or do you require a complete restoration and removal of water stains?
A: Standard window washing technique.
Q: With the windows having hard water/potentially chemical stains, can I add into the quote for window restoration?
A: Window restoration is not required and not included in the Performance Work Statement.
Q: Will an escort be provided to access different roof areas of the building?
A: Someone will provide roof access daily.
Q: Is there adequate water pressure at the facility?
A: Yes, previous contractor never complained.
Q: What is the height of the building at the highest point that requires cleaning?
A: Approximately 88 feet
Q: Is a lift authorized to be used on the property to accomplish the work?
A: Yes, means and methods is up to the contractor.
Q: From the information received, is 773 windows accurate and is the building square footage of 137,285 sf accurate?
A: To the best of my knowledge. That information isn’t readily available.
Q: Can a lift be used on the lawn if we use planks to protect the lawn?
A: Yes. Any damage to the lawn will be repaired by the contractor at no expense to the Government.
Closing Response Date: Friday, February 16, 2024 3:00 pm EST – Failure to submit your response by this date and time may result in non-consideration of your quote.
END AMENDMENT
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