QUESTION ANSWERS - W50S9H26QA018 BILLETING BLIND REPLACEMENT.pdf

W50S9H26QA018 BILLETING BLIND REPLACEMENT

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q1. I do see you have an of�icial site visit on 6/16 and that would be great for us, but I want to con�irm that we'll have the whole day on site, as there are a signi�icant number of windows for us to measure.

A1. We will do our best to be available for as long as it takes to get the measurements for all interested contractors.

Q2. I see there are colors on here. Do these blinds need to be FR rated? The Aluminum blinds will be FR rated by default, but the Cellular shades are not inherently FR rated and we want to make sure this passes �ire code for you. I only have to advise you of this, because there is a pretty large pricing difference with FR and non-FR.

A2. They do not need to be FR rated.

Q3. Is this just a general color or are we matching existing? I just want to make sure we get you what you need and are we able to use any manufacturer?

A3. The color is just a general idea of what colors we were looking at, contractors are encouraged to explore all manufacturers that meet minimum speci�ications.

Q4. Is this project prevailing wages, union labor, or any other labor requirements?

A4. This requirement is being solicited and will be awarded as a commodity with installation, prevailing wages do not apply to this procurement.

Q5. What is the estimated completion date of this project?

A5. The Government anticipates completion of this installation in 120 days (30 Sept 2026). However, the government will entertain vendor input on reasonability.

Q6. I also wanted to con�irm if this will be awarded via Sub-contract, a Deposit, a PO, or ask how you will be paying for this? and what all paperwork is involved? I just need to know how much work/time/admins to get pricing together for you.

A6. Subcontracting is allowed. Payment will be made using Wide Area Work Flow in accordance with the invoicing instructions contained in the solicitation/ construction.

Q7. For the existing window coverings, do you have a rough timeline and count for these or is this something we can discuss on site during the visit? Can we do the removal and install at the same time?

We want to make sure we account for the removal and disposal correctly.

A7. Please review the Statement of Work (SOW). Removal and installation can be completed at the time of installation.

A8. Is attendance at the scheduled site visit mandatory for offerors, or is it optional but highly encouraged?

A8. Attendance is not mandatory; however it is highly encouraged.

A9. The Statement of Work indicates that contractors are responsible for verifying site conditions and quantities prior to submitting quotations. Will the successful contractor be permitted to perform �inal �ield measurements after contract award and prior to fabrication of the blinds and cellular shades?

A9. The Government is willing to allow �inal measurements after award and prior to fabrication of the blinds, however, the Government will NOT allow changes to quoted price(s).

Q10. If �inal measurements are permitted after award, is there a required timeframe for completing measurements following issuance of the Notice to Proceed?

A10. This requirement is a commodity with installation, no notice to proceed will be issued.

A11. For planning purposes, does the estimated 120-calendar-day performance period include �inal measurements, fabrication, delivery, and installation, or is a separate measurement period anticipated?

A11. Yes.

A12. We have been unable to access the attached SF 1449 �ile because it appears to be protected and cannot be opened with our PDF reader. Would it be possible to provide an accessible version of the SF 1449, or con�irm whether there are any additional clauses, technical requirements, evaluation criteria, or submission requirements contained within that document that offerors should review?

A12. The SF 1449 has been updated with no restrictions on access.

CURRENT AS OF 11 JUNE 2026