Attachment 7 - RFI Tracker v2.xlsx
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- Solicitation number
- W50S6K-26-Q-A001
- Issued by
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Department of the Army National Guard
About this file
This is an RFI Tracker documenting questions and answers for Solicitation W50S6K-26-Q-A001, a federal contract opportunity for the replacement of windows in Building 3127's command suite and conference room at an Army National Guard facility. The project requires contractors to install triple-pane windows with 1-3/4" glass thickness, fiberglass frames, and a minimum Sound Transmission Classification (STC) of 40. Windows must comply with Buy American requirements and include topically applied paint in standard colors, with samples subject to government approval prior to purchase. The existing solid surface sills must be replaced with new wider sills or sill extenders to ensure proper water shedding, and existing blinds must be removed and reinstalled after window installation. The contract specifies a 15-week Period of Performance (PoP), adjusted from the original 35 days to accommodate typical 8-10 week window lead times and installation activities, with optional windows receiving an additional 15-week PoP if awarded.
Key clarifications from the RFI process include: blast-proof window ratings are not required; as-built drawings are available for review during site visits scheduled for August 5, 2026; exterior caulking may be completed in April/May 2027 with temporary weather protection required throughout winter; and "or equal" substitutions for fiberglass window frame construction are not acceptable. The government confirmed that topically applied paint on standard colors is the most cost-efficient approach and that the revised PoP will accommodate lead time extensions. The solicitation was amended on July 29, 2026, to include site visit information and RFI documentation, with the closing date extended to August 20, 2026.
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Sheet1
| 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. |
| 9. Would it be acceptable to complete the window installation in April/May 2027? | 9. It is acceptable for the contractor to return in April/May 2027 to complete the exterior caulking due to manufacturer requirements. As window installation may occur in the fall, the contractor must maintain full temporary exterior weather protection throughout the winter. Temporary protection must prevent water intrusion, air leakage, freeze thaw damage, and mold risk until final sealant is installed. Warranty cannot begin until the windows are fully sealed and caulked per manufacturer specifications. |
| 10. Are the existing solid surface sills to be removed and re-installed, left-in-place or replaced with new? | 10. Per the SOW, the existing solid surface sills are to be replaced with new wider sills or a sill extender to ensure proper water shedding with the upgraded triple pane windows. The SOW does not direct removal and reinstallation of existing sills. |
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