Attachment 7 - RFI Tracker.xlsx
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- Solicitation number
- W50S6K-26-Q-A001
- Issued by
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Department of the Army National Guard
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This is an RFI Tracker document containing contractor questions and government answers related to solicitation W50S6K-26-Q-A001 for window replacement at Building 3127, third floor command suite and conference room. The project involves replacing existing windows with triple-pane glass (1-3/4" thickness) featuring fiberglass frames, minimum Sound Transmission Classification (STC) of 40, and topically applied paint in standard colors subject to government approval prior to purchase. The government confirmed Buy American compliance requirements and clarified that blast-proof ratings are not required for administrative spaces.
The government adjusted the Period of Performance (PoP) from the initial 35 days to 15 weeks to accommodate typical 8-10 week window lead times plus installation and inspection. The site visit is scheduled for August 5, 2026, with as-built drawings available for review in the conference room. Fiberglass window frames are required per the Statement of Work with no substitutions permitted, and topically applied paint using standard colors is the preferred cost-efficient approach. Optional windows, if awarded, will have a separate 15-week PoP distinct from the base period. Color selections must be submitted for approval before purchase, and exterior windows require reflective window film matching existing south-side fenestration. The existing blinds will be removed during demolition and reinstalled after window installation, with paint touch-ups required to match existing interior and exterior colors in disturbed areas.
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| RFI - Request for Information | |
| Contractor Question | Gov. Answer |
| 1. Would there be any as-built drawings to work with? | 1. We do have as-builts for this project but only hard copies. Contractors can view them in our conference room during the site visit. |
| 2. I’m not seeing a site visit date/time. Would we be able to set up a time to see the project? | 2. Solicitation has been amended to include site visit information in the updated combo document titled "Amended Combo 2026 - Window Repair". Currently, it states 5 Aug 2026. Please follow the listed instructions for getting base access. |
| 3. Is this project detailed as BAP; Buy American or Buy America, Build America? | 3. Buy American. |
| 4. Are the windows required to carry a "blast proof" rating? GSA TS01-2003 / ISC, UFC 4-010-01, ASTM F1642 or otherwise? If so, could you please provide the specific standard we are to comply with. | 4. No, we do not need blast proof rating windows for admin space. |
| 5. Lead Time; typical lead time on windows of the currently presumed construction is in the 8-10 week lead time, potentially longer depending on order volume at the time of an order being placed. With POP set at 35 days, our field crews can likely install within the current POP, however receiving and inspection coupled with installation efforts will be well outside this window of performance. I see in the project details lead times will be considered to extend POP, but wanted to verify there wasn't a maximum extension in place. | 5. PoP will be adjusted to 15 weeks to include installation and projected lead time. |
| 6. Color; color selections may additionally affect the lead time, and are they to be pigmented materials, or topically applied paint? Standard colors generally carry a shorter lead time. | 6. Topically applied paint would be the most cost-efficient COA, and standard colors are fine granted samples submitted prior to purchase. |
| 7. Construction, I see fiberglass detailed, but would an "or equal" option be applicable? There is a superior product to fiberglass available that is approximately 60% fiberglass and 40% vinyl hybrid material. The product far exceeds standard fiberglass construction. I have attached a short brochure for reference, if you'd like more information, I'd be happy to provide any requested. | 7. CE is good with keeping fiberglass for the window frames per SOW. |
| 8. Optional windows, are the optional windows included in the current 35 day POP, or would there be an additional timeframe for completing those beyond the base period detailed if the option is accepted? | 8. PoP did not include the option. If option is awarded it will be 15 weeks for PoP. |
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