Amendment_07.docx

W911SD-17-R-0002

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been added by full text:

RFI #2

1. Would the Government confirm whether building lighting systems (interior and exterior) require LED Bulbs?

RESPONSE: Drawing E-610 contains the lighting schedules which defines what type of bulbs are required for building fixtures.

2. Proposal Instructions state “the offeror shall forward a copy of the Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) to the points of contact responsible for monitoring performance under such contracts. The points of contact shall return the questionnaires directly to … Contracting Specialist… Any questionnaires not returned directly to the Contract Specialist will not be reviewed and evaluated.” (p 6.)

Would the Government confirm the statement made during the site visit that an offeror may forward a completed PPQ via email attachment? And that a customer-completed questionnaire returned by the offeror, and not directly sent to the Contract Specialist, is considered acceptable and will be evaluated?

RESPONSE: Yes, as long as they are received on/or before close date

3. Would the Government confirm whether elevator maintenance is part of the Performance Work Statement (PWS)? If so, is the offeror required to maintain the elevator finish?

RESPONSE: No, the contractor will not perform elevator maintenance. Elevator maintenance is performed under separate contract

4. Would the Government clarify whether there are requirements for room turnovers? If so, what is required, e.g. painting, cleaning?

RESPONSE: Room turnover is not required as part of the PWS.

5. Would the Government confirm the location of the contractor’s dedicated workspace and who is required to maintain the space (and designated restrooms)? Note: During the site visit, the Contracting Officer stated Cadets are solely responsible for the cleanliness of their rooms/dedicated space.

RESPONSE: Room 100A (See drawings) has been set aside for contractor maintenance offices and workspace, and Rooms 110B and 110C are assigned restrooms. Storage will be available in Room 110A as well as Room 100. The contractor is required to maintain the provided workspace and restrooms.

6. Would the Government provide specifications for required paint?

RESPONSE: Drawing A-610 General Finish Notes provides the type and manufacturer (specifications) for paint.

7. Would the Government confirm whether there is attic stock of materials? If so, how much? What kind? Where is it located? Is there space for on-site storage?

RESPONSE: No attic stock of materials is available to the contractor. On-site storage will be available in Room 110A as well as Room 100.

8 Would the Government provide the warranty information (e.g., specifications) for equipment currently under warranty (manufacturer and otherwise)?

RESPONSE: A set of equipment operations and maintenance manual will be provided to the contractor for their use. Warranty information will be provided identifying the warranty provider and warranty period.

9. Would the Government clarify whether the offeror shall maintain the building’s solar system? If so, which components of the system shall be maintained by the offeror?

RESPONSE: The contractor will be required to maintain the building solar hot water system to include all components and supporting infrastructure.

10. Would the Government clarify whether the offeror will receive access to recording training sessions on the various building systems?

RESPONSE: Yes.

11. Would the Government confirm whether there will be training for the Honeywell System and whether (front-end) access will be given to the incoming contractor?

RESPONSE: Front access will be given and any training that the government owns on the Honeywell System will be provided. Training up and above government owned and provided is the responsibility of the contractor.

12. Would the Government confirm whether the incoming contractor will have (front-end) access to the Direct Digital Control (DDC) and Building Automation Systems?

RESPONSE: Yes

13. Would the Government clarify whether the incoming contractor is responsible for maintaining the classroom(s) and classroom furniture?

RESPONSE: Yes

14. During the site visit, attendees were notified that the offeror is not provided laundry equipment and appliance services. However, this statement contradicts RFP 3.3.10.17 of the SOW.

Would the Government clarify if the SOW requirement is accurate? If it is the offeror’s responsibility, please provide the types, specifications, and quantities of equipment to be provided.

RESPONSE: A decision has been made that the government will provide all laundry equipment and appliance services via separate contractual arrangement. The contractor has no responsibility for laundry equipment and appliance services.

15. The list of deliverables provided in Section 5.1 require several deliverables be due/submitted “no later than 30 days prior to the Contract performance start date”. Would the Government clarify the Contract performance start date? Is it Aug 1, 2017 (the Period of Performance state date listed on pg 22 of the original RFP) or Oct 1, 2017 (after the Phase-In period is for 60 days after the Contract performance date per RFP 3.3.4.4).

Also, would the Government provide an amended Section 5.1 if the “30 days prior to the start of contract performance start date” deadline if not possible depending on the Government anticipated award date?

RESPONSE: The Period of Performance or start date of the contract will be reflected as the date the contract is awarded. The contractor will be given 30 days AFTER the contract performance start date to submit deliverables

16. Would the Government please make available the Site Visit Sign-In / Attendee List to offerors?

RESPONSE: Yes

17. Would the Government please provide an Excel spreadsheet for inputting/submitting the offeror’s Schedule B Pricing? RESPONSE: No

RFI #1

1) PWS Para. 1.2, Objectives, refers to Technical Exhibit TE001 which identifies buildings and building types, square footage, etc. TE001 is later referenced as Wage Determination (pages 57 and 59) but contains paragraphs numbered TE002. . . which address Government Furnished Property and Services. However, there is no mention of specific facilities, facility types and square footage. Will the Government please clarify the specific facilities to be supported?

RESPONSE: The facility to be supported is the Davis Barracks, Building 755 United States Military Academy, West Point, New York and is identified as such in paragraph 2.1.3.1 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE.

TE001 correctly identifies DOL Wage Determination data and TE002 correctly defines Government Furnished Property and Survives requirements

2) PWS Para. 2.2.9.2 requires a labor Strike Contingency Plan 30 days prior to start. Is there an existing Collective Bargaining Agreement applicable to this solicitation or the current maintenance of the facility?

RESPONSE: No, the Strike Contingency Plan is directly related to the contractor’s labor workforce and any CBA associated with that (contractor) workforce.

3) PWS Para. 2.2.11.4 (k) requires the contractor to participate in one hazardous waste response drill each year. Are these drills conducted by the Government at Davis Barracks or will the contractor be required to identify such a drill and travel to an off-site location to participate?

RESPONSE: No, the Hazardous Waste drill will be conducted by the contractor at Davis Barracks. Government representatives will monitor the drill.

4) PWS Para. 3.3.3, Work Reception, subparagraph (a) contains a restriction on use of phone-forwarding options for receipt of Priority 1 work request after duty hours. Will the Government please clarify this requirement and the restriction?

RESPONSE: The phone-forwarding options requirement is focused on not having an automatic forwarding of the work requirement to any subcontractors, independent contractors, warranty contractors or contractor maintenance personnel. The intent is that all work requirements be received and controlled so that proper control and acceptance of the work requirement is ensured.

5) PWS Para. 3.3.9 and subparagraphs address Supply Services to include purchasing, receipt, inspection, issue, storage, stock control, warehousing and inventory functions.

· Is there an established warehouse with adequate racks, bins, chemical storage cabinets, and/or shelving to securely contain all materials and equipment?

RESPONSE: No.

· Is there a loading ramp or dock or will the contractor be required to provide lifting equipment to load/unload and transport materials?

RESPONSE: Yes, there are several areas on the first floor of the building where materials can be loaded and unloaded. Please refer to the drawings for location. Loading and unloading of contractor material and equipment is the responsibility of the contractor. The government will not provide any equipment for this purpose.

· What is the largest (or heaviest) potential equipment or material to be picked up and delivered?

RESPONSE: Please review the provided equipment list for equipment sizes and weights.

· What is the limitation on distance to travel for pickup of materials from vendors as required by paragraph 3.3.9.1.2 (e)?

RESPONSE: No limitation is defined. It is expected that the contractor would use the most cost effective and efficient delivery and/or pick up methods and procedures available to the contractor.

6) PWS Para. 3.3.9.1.2 contains the statement, “A copy of the Stock File containing historical data showing stock numbers, part numbers, nomenclature, 12-month usage, quantity on hand and current requisitioning objectives.” Is this to be provided by the Government or developed by the contractor? Will the Government please clarify this statement?

RESPONSE: Developed by the contractor and provided to the government.

7) PWS Para. 3.3.10.11.1, HVAC Maintenance, states "Work shall be performed in structures that shall include, but will not be limited to, warehouses, office buildings, and complexes with special requirements such as communications centers, automatic data processing centers and training facilities." Will the Government please provide a specific list of the buildings and types of equipment to be supported?

RESPONSE: The contractor will perform work at the Davis Barracks, Building 755 United States Military Academy, West Point, New York and is identified in paragraph 2.1.3.1 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE. The barracks facility does contain communications, data centers (rooms) and training facilities (rooms) where the contractor may be required to perform maintenance work. Equipment to be supported was provide in the equipment list and is also identified in the drawing package provided by the government.

8) Is the contractor to provide the certified storage containers for Ozone Depleting Substances as stated in PWS Para. 3.3.10.11.1.1?

RESPONSE: Yes.

9) PWS Para. 3.4.11 [3.3.11?] addresses snow and ice removal and includes the use of the terms "loading and hauling". Is snow to be hauled to a designated dumping location? If so, please identify the site and location.

RESPONSE: Paragraph 3.4.11 should be labeled 3.3.11. In the event that significant snowfall is experienced, the contractor may be required to load and haul away snow as a result of the Snow and Ice Removal Services at Davis Barracks. The contractor will be responsible for the loading and hauling away snow to a dumping location of the contractor’s choice or use. No dumping of snow on government property is authorized.

10) PWS Para. 3.3.11.1 (d) requires the contractor to provide the de-icing agent. Can the Government provide specifications or the approved type/brand of de-icing agent?

RESPONSE: The contractor will recommend the de-icing agent (type/brand) that the contractor proposes to use and submit for approval to the KO as part of the Snow and Ice Removal Plan.

11) PWS Para. 3.3.11.3 states “Sufficient de-icing agents and abrasives materials shall be stockpiled to support snow removal and ice control plans.” Can the Government provide an estimate as to the quantities to be stockpiled and the location of the storage area?

RESPONSE: The contractor must determine the amount of de-icing agent and abrasive materials that they may need to keep on hand to meet the PWS requirement. A storage area will be provided on the First Floor of Davis Barracks in the vicinity of the Maintenance Office and Work Area. The Maintenance Office and Work Area also provides space for storage.

12) PWS Para. 3.4.12, GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES, states “The Government will accomplish grounds maintenance through a combination of work performed under the Contract and work performed by others. The Contractor shall perform grounds maintenance services.” These statements appear to be in conflict. Is all grounds maintenance work to be performed under this contract? If not, what parts are accomplished “by others”?

RESPONSE: Yes, all grounds maintenance will be performed by the contractor.

13) PWS Para. 3.3.10.17, LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT AND APPLIANCES, requires the Contractor to provide laundry equipment and appliance services which includes removal, delivery, repair, replacement, and installation of laundry equipment and appliances. Are these limited to washers and dryers? Will the contractor be required to purchase the appliances? Is there an economical limit on time and material costs associated with repairs?

RESPONSE: A decision has been made that the government will provide all laundry equipment and appliance services via separate contractual arrangement. The contractor has no responsibility for laundry equipment and appliance services.

14) PWS Para. 3.3.12.1 (d) states “Areas for vegetation control are delineated into different maintenance levels that include improved areas and unimproved areas. A map showing the extent of area delineation for mowing requirements is provided on supplied drawings.” Will the Government provide a more specific reference (e.g. drawing number)?

RESPONSE: L-101 and L-102 providers the landscaping planting plan.

15) PWS Para. 3.3.12.2, LEAF REMOVAL, states “The Contractor shall perform leaf removal and disposal annually in late fall from all common areas, and 15’ beyond the edge of curbing on all roads.” Please quantify the approximate length of “all roads” in miles.

RESPONSE: The contractor will be responsible for Leaf Removal along De Russy Road from the intersection of De Russy Loop to behind Davis Barracks, approximate length of 2,000 Feet.

16) PWS Para. 3.3.12.3.1 TRIMMING AND PRUNING states "A map portraying all areas for trimming and pruning is provided in the Compact Disc Exhibit." Will this be supplied or is it part of the drawing package? If so, can the specific drawing be identified?

RESPONSE: Compact Disk Exhibit refers to the drawing package. L-101 thru L-502 provides the Landscaping/Planting Plan.

17) PWS Para. 3.3.12.5, DRAINAGE AND GENERAL SERVICES. Requires the Contractor to perform a monthly inspection of grounds to identify conditions that obstruct the drainage pattern for the installation and identify work requirements as unscheduled work. A map of the grounds to be inspected, drainage and fencing is provided in the drawings. Can the Government be more specific as to the map provided (e.g. drawing number)?

RESPONSE: Facility and grounds drainage is covered in the Civil Drawings areas contained in the Drawing Package. There are multiple drawings associated with the drainage system. C-001 through C-526 provide the details necessary to plan and fulfill this requirement.

18) PWS Section 4 – Performance Requirements Summary Matrix contains a table that is split between pages 45 and 46. Please confirm that the table is complete, as displayed, since it appears to run off the page to the right but cannot be moved or edited.

RESPONSE: The complete Performance Requirements Summary Matrix is provided below.

19) TE002.12 states “The Government will not furnish propane, diesel, and motor gasoline (MOGAS) for Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) equipment used in performance of services specified in the Contract.” Will the Government provide a list of the GOCO equipment available for contractor use on the contract?

RESPONSE: There will be NO GOCO equipment furnished by the government under this contract.

20) TE003.4.1 states “The Contractor will be responsible to supply government approved consumable supplies for cadet rooms, latrines and common areas in the Barracks facility, such as trash liners, toilet paper, paper towel, and hand soap. In addition they will supply urinal screens.” Is the contractor’s responsibility to procure, stock and issue these items, or will we be required to service dispensers and containers in a custodial fashion?

RESPONSE: At this time is there NOT a requirement for custodial or janitorial type services.

21) During the site visit, there was discussion about providing custodial services in either the cadet areas, the restricted areas, or both. Will the Government please clarify any requirement to perform custodial or janitorial type services?

RESPONSE: At this time is there NOT a requirement for custodial or janitorial type services.

22) RFP page 26 of 93 includes FAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards. Will the Government consider including the adjustment clause, FAR 52.222-43, to allow for equitable adjustment when the Dept. of Labor changes the prevailing wage or fringe benefits?

RESPONSE: No

23) RFP page 58 of 93 invokes FAR 52.22-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers. What is the purpose of having this clause incorporated in full text? Are there existing employees to which a right of first refusal of employment applies?

RESPONSE: 52.22-17 is a required clause. No existing emlpoyees.

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