Questions_ Answer 2-28-2020 W25G1V20R0016.docx

W25G1V-20-R-0016 Kitchen Hood Exhaust and Base-Wide On-Call Ductwork Cleaning Request for Information

1. What is the amount of ductwork LF per system for each exhaust fan? Answer- That will vary. Buildings 1A, and 11 (are single story approx. 15 lf. to roof). Buildings 103, 221, 333 and 335 are also (single story approx. 10 to 15 lf to roof). Buildings 2-3 and 4-3 are two story approx. 20 to 25 lf to roof.

2. What are the sizes of the hoods? Answer- Please refer to the PWS which has the make and model numbers for each hood.

3. How many filters are there per hood & what condition are the filters in? Answer- Please refer to the PWS which has the make and model numbers for each hood. For the most part the filters are in good condition.

4. Is there an area where we can pressure wash the filters using the customer drains near cleaning area? Answer- In some areas yes, in other areas no.

5. What is the internal condition of the hood and ductwork (are they bogged down with grease build up or have they been cleaned regularly)? Answer- Hoods have been cleaned regularly.

6. How do we get to the rooftop to gain access to the systems, do we need ladders, lift or can we get to the roof from inside the building? Answer- Typically there are either fixed ladders leading to a roof hatch or directly to the roofs, or there may be stairwells with personnel doors access. In some situations you may need a ladder or lift.

7. Are we responsible for cleaning stainless backsplash on walls and if so what is the square footage amount that needs to be cleaned? Answer- Yes, you can refer to the PWS which has the make and model numbers.

8. Does the KE ductwork have existing cleanout access doors already installed? Answer- The larger (newer) kitchens including 1A, 2-3, 4-3 and 11A yes they do, the smaller kitchen due to short length of duct work no.

9. Are their Prints available that I can measure to scale? Answer- No, unfortunately due to security concerns we are not able to release any drawings.

10. Can we park our vehicles beside the buildings that we are working in? Answer- Typically yes.

11. How long does it take to get through security gate each day? Answer- That can vary, depending on the time of day and the amount of people seeking access. That being said it, no longer than 10 minutes or so on average.

12. Are we using the prevailing wage pricing on both kitchen hood cleaning and duct cleaning? Answer- Yes