IB08 Industry Q an A for Solicitation W9124D24Q0270 Final.pdf

Industry Questions and Answers for Solicitation W9124D24Q0270 Q1. As far as the total services for this project and the timeline, it seems this is a 1 time per year pick-up of all uniforms listed in exhibit B to be laundered/dry-cleaned/altered/repaired and deliver back to the location which happens in August of each year?

A1. The work is not just 1 time per year. A large load is done at least 1 time per year but there will be other times in the year that cleaning, and alterations may need to take place.

Q2. Is there any incumbent on this project or this is a brand-new project. If yes, could you please provide us with the previous award number, or if these services have been purchased in past

A2. A current contract is not in place for this location. A past contract number is W9124D-22-P-

Q3. Could you please confirm if there is a current or previous incumbent for this project? Additionally, we would like to inquire if it is possible for a subcontractor to conduct a site visit. If so, please let us know the process to arrange this.

A3. A current contract is not in place for this location. A past contract number is W9124D-22-P- 0040. A site visit is not possible at this time. No actual work done at the school besides measurements. All cleaning and alterations will be done at the contractor’s location.

Q4. Could you please provide information on the expected frequency of services per week? Additionally, we would like to understand how often these services will need to be performed.

A4. Weekly requirements will not likely occur. Most likely the requirement is estimated to be on a monthly basis or less. Times may change based on the requirements of the school events.

Q5. How often will the service be provided? (Laundry and Dry Cleaning) How will Alterations be provided? Can you clarify delivery and services for CLIN 2002-4003, being that the delivery will be in Kentucky?

A5. Most likely the requirement is estimated to be on a monthly basis or less. Times may change based on the requirements of the school events. Delivery is in New York as described in the PWS.

Q6. Is this a new requirement? If there is an incumbent, please provide contract number and name. If there is an incumbent, please provide the value/budget for the contract.

A6. A current contract is not in place for this location. A past contract number is W9124D-22-P- 0040.

Q7. We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?

A7. A current contract is not in place for this location. A past contract number is W9124D-22-P- 0040.

Q8. Should I include the prices for the additional expenses, related to the dry cleaning and laundry services that need to be performed (for example, the costs associated with the pick-up and delivery service, as well as the providing of the tailor to the school when needed), in the "NET AMT" lines on pages 10 - 17?

A8. All costs should be listed as a per item cost from the laundry table.

Q9. I had a quick question about this opportunity. Is this contract allowed to be leased/ subcontracted out by the contractor?

A9. The Government has no issue if a contractor decides to subcontract as long as the contractor is in compliance with the PWS 1.5.5.

Q10. Budget: What is the allocated budget for this project?

A10. Contract will be awarded to the lowest price that meets the requirements of the solicitation and is deemed responsible in accordance with the FAR.

-Quantity: How many loads will need to be handled per day or week?

Most likely the requirement is estimated to be on a monthly basis or less. Times may change based on the requirements of the school events. Delivery is in New York as described in the PWS. This may change as the needs of the school change up to the total quantity listed in the Laundry Table.

-Pick-Up and Delivery Frequency: How often will pick-up and delivery services be require

Most likely the requirement is estimated to be on a monthly basis or less. Times may change based on the requirements of the school events. Delivery is in New York as described in the PWS. This may change as the needs of the school change up to the total quantity listed in the Laundry Table.

-Incumbent Information: Is there a current or previous incumbent for this service? If so, could you provide details?

A current contract is not in place for this location. A past contract number is W9124D-22-P- 0040.

-Job Site Visit: Will there be an opportunity for a site visit prior to finalizing the arrangements?

No site visits, all work is to be done at the contractor location.

-Uniform Matching: Will the uniforms need to be mated or matched before pick-up?

The school will assist in uniform placement so that the uniforms match the correct person.

-Can items be returned in bulk, or do they need to be separate?

Returned in bulk is preferred. Please see section 5.2.5 and 5.2.6 of the PWS.

Q11. I am reaching out to you because I would like to know how many times a month this service is needed and also for the Major and Minor alteration, would it be different sizes and what kind of material is the uniforms.

A11. Most likely the requirement is estimated to be on a monthly basis or less. Times may change based on the requirements of the school events. Delivery is in New York as described in the PWS. This may change as the needs of the school change up to the total quantity listed in the Laundry Table.

-ACU Uniform: The fabric of the ACU is 50-percent nylon and 50-percent cotton. The fabric of the flame-resistant combat uniform is 65-percent flame-resistant rayon, 25-percent para-aramid, and 10-percent nylon.

-APFU Uniform: The fabric of the APFU (clothing bag and optional) running jacket is 100-percent nylon.The fabric of the APFU (clothing bag and optional) running pants is 100-percent nylon.The fabric of the APFU (clothing bag and optional) trunks is 100-percent polyester. The fabric of the APFU clothing bag shirts is 100-percent polyester. The fabric of the APFU optional purchase shirts is 86-percent nylon and 14-percent spandex.

-ASU Uniform: a. Coat., (1) 55/45-percent polyester and wool serge, 9.5–10.5 ounce, Army blue 450 or Army blue 150. (2) 55/45-percent polyester and wool tropical, 9 ounce, Army blue 450 or Army blue 150. (3) 55/45-percent polyester and wool gabardine, 10.6 ounce, Army blue 450 or Army blue 150. (4) 55/45-percent polyester and wool elastique, 13.5 ounce, Army blue 450 or Army blue 150. (5) 100-percent wool elastique, 16 ounce, Army blue 450 or Army blue 150.(6) 100-percent polyester, 7.2 ounce, Army blue 450 or Army blue 150.

-ASU Uniform:. Trousers. (2) Other officers and enlisted personnel. The trousers will be made in the same material as the coat, except the color will be light blue in Army shade 151 or 451.

-ASU Shirts: Shirts, short- and long-sleeved. Issue shirts are 65-percent polyester and 35-percent cotton in a herringbone weave with stretch, approximately 4.5-ounce weight, with a durable press and soil release finish in shade Army white 521. The optional shirts are 65-percent polyester and 35-percent cotton in a herringbone weave, approximately 5-ounce weight, with a durable press and soil release finish in shade Army white 521.