Attachment 10 - Solicitation Questions - General Pest FO.pdf
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- General Pest Control, Ft Riley, KS Federal contract opportunity
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- W911RX-25-Q-A008
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This is a Questions and Answers document for a pest control services contract solicitation (W911RX-25-Q-A008) at Fort Riley, Kansas.
The document clarifies that the scope includes servicing two DFACs plus a hospital dining facility, with approximately 3,000 total facilities potentially requiring treatment ranging from latrines to aircraft hangars. Key details include: 600 DMOs expected annually plus monthly scheduled services; 1.5-2 lbs of chemical agents typically used per year; box-shaped glue boards required; termite baiting systems not acceptable; all contractors and subcontractors must be licensed by Kansas; and wildlife trapping primarily covers skunks, raccoons, and opossums. The contractor is responsible for providing all equipment, including lifts for building sealing, and historic buildings may require color-matched sealants. Pricing must hold firm until April 30, 2025, and wage requirements must be separated from health and welfare amounts per MICC requirements.
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Q1: To what extent do the DFACs and other dining facilities have problems with roaches?
A: There is not currently a significant problem with roaches in the dining facilities. If such problems come up, call-ins to deal with them will be prompt.
Q2: Is there a possibility for contractors’ workers to work after-hours?
A: It is possible. This would be done based on call-ins.
Q3: How many dining facilities will need to be serviced?
A: There are currently two (2) DFACs running which will need to be serviced, in addition to the large dining facility in the hospital. The number of DFACs needing to be serviced may change however, dependent on conditions on base.
Q4: How many buildings have kitchens/eating rooms?
A: Most buildings on base have a kitchen or break room where employees can eat.
Q5: To what extent will chemical sprays be used in the performance of this contract?
A: Specifics on chemical spray usage can be found in the contract documents. The COR estimates that between 1.5 and 2 lbs. of active chemical agent are typically used per year for this contract for the entirety of Fort Riley.
Q6: How should glue boards be placed/shaped?
A: Glue boards should be box-shaped, and should be placed such that they are out-of-the-way and unlikely to be stepped on by accident.
Q7 About how many DMOs will there be per year?
A: On average, there are about 600 DMOs per year, in addition to monthly scheduled services.
However, this number is subject to fluctuation, dependent on on-base conditions.
Q8: Can we get a list of all the companies that attended the site visit today?
A: Those in attendance at the General Pest Control Site Visit are listed on the Sign-in Sheet.
Q9: I wanted to gain some clarity regarding the pest control license. I am partnering with a very reputable pest control company. They have all the credentials required in the solicitation. Do I need a pest control license as well? If so, what type?
A: All Prime Contractors and Sub-Contract shall be fully licensed by the State of Kansas in the category required for the performance of this contract. Additionally, each applicator shall be certified in the appropriate State of Kansas categories required for the performance of this contract.
Q10:How would you like to see the past performance questionnaire completed in sections 2 and 3 if I had not had a previous contract?
A: State there is no previous experience, that will not count against you, it will be neutral.
Q11: Can you tell me the contract number for this solicitation? Also are there an any incumbents for this contract? Lastly, can you explain the monetary value of the contract?
A: The Solicitation number is W911RX-25-Q-A008. The 21D0005 all information can be found on SAM.gov
Q12: I did a quick google search, and it says there's roughly 900 buildings. How many buildings are you looking for to be covered, as well as the total square footage?
A: There are approximately 3000 facilities that could require treatment under this contract, ranging from small latrines and storage buildings at remote range locations to administration buildings, barracks, and aircraft hangers.
Q13: For the termite, we typically offer an inground baiting system. I would need linear feet of the buildings you are wanting covered, unless you are just wanting us to do termite inspections and offer the system on an as needed basis.
A: Use of termite baiting system is not acceptable under this contract. The number of termite inspections annually is included in the Exhibit C – Price Schedule.
Q14: How many hours are my Employees expected to work on site each day?
A: The number of hours will vary based on number of scheduled services being completed that day, the number of demand maintenance orders(DMO) received/completed.
Q15: Can you tell me the contract number for this solicitation?
A: (Answered)
Q16: Also are there any incumbents for this contract?
A: (Answered)
Q17: My colleagues and I were curious if there would be any additional information provided for buildings, or if we could see the exterior of any facilities to understand layouts for doors, treating common areas, offices or entire buildings. Please let me know.
A: The Site Visit has been completed, and provided a sample of the types of buildings to be treated.
Q18: We are working on a bid for the contract and I am just checking to see if we need to complete any contractor registration etc... before we submit our bid. Our Service Manager lives in Manhattan Kansas and has accounts there now with some of the personnel on base. Please advise if you need any additional information.
A: The government will collect information necessary to proceed after the contract is awarded.
Q19: For wood destroying insects (termites), termiticide foam treatment may be necessary to achieve control. How would the contractor invoice the government for this type of service?
A: see Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) clause in the solicitation.
Q20: Are there any examples of what pest issues would be covered under “miscellaneous pest control”?
A: Refer to paragraph 5.1.19 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Q21: Can the wage requirement and health and welfare amount be combined into one set pay rate or do they need to be separated for the Department of Labor?
A: They must be separated per MICC requirements.
Q22: On page 42 of the solicitation, addendum states prices hold firm until 30 April 2021.
We assume it should be through 30 April 2025---should we correct the date or do you need to change it through SAM?
A: The solicitation has been amended to state prices must hold firm until 30 April 2025.
Q23: Under “Sustainment Repair & Maintenance”(CLIN 0004), would this include sealing entire buildings, such as a barracks, that might require a lift? Would the government provide the lift or is the contractor responsible? As well, are there any special requirements for sealing historical buildings?
A: The Contractor is responsible for providing all equipment under this contract. Historic buildings may require a sealant with a color that is similar to the location being sealed.
Q24: Under exterior trapping for wildlife, would this include coyotes, badgers, etc. or can you provide a specific list of wildlife to be trapped?
A: Primarily wildlife will consist of skunks, racoons, opossums; but could include other large mammals if needed.
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