W9128F24Q0068 - QA Revision 04.pdf

Questions and Answers – W9128F24Q0068 – Oahe North Dakota Vault Pumping Services

1. What is the incumbent contract number, vendor, and award value?

The incumbent contract number is W9128F19P0110, awarded to Kim Johnson in the amount of $35,000. The award value is the total contract value for the base and all options.

2. If there is an incumbent contract, is the scope of work identical to the current work described in the Performance of Work Statement (PWS)?

No, the work is not identical.

3. What are the subcontracting guidelines for this contract?

Contractors can submit the use of subcontractor(s) within the quote of this solicitation for review and potential written approval by the Contracting Officer. Approval will ensure the NAICS small business size standard is maintained. Please see section 1.4.2 Subcontracting of the Performance of Work Statement for more information.

4. What documents are required?

Signed and Dated SF1449, Signed and Dated SF30 (if applicable), Completed Pricing Information for all CLINs and Price Schedule, Two References in accordance with clause 52.212-2, and a Technical Capability Statement in accordance with clause 52.212-2. See clause 52.212-1 section (o) and clause 52.212-2 for additional information.

5. How should quotes be submitted?

Please email completed quotes and supporting documentation to erin.m.patton@usace.army.mil with the subject line as W9128F24Q0068. See the Quoter Instructions and Clause 52.212-1 section

(b) for additional information.

6. What is the size of the opening on the tanks?

The standard opening is 12”.

7. Will the tanks be locked?

The tanks will be opened by our staff when the scheduled pumping is to take place.

8. What are the main differences between the incumbent contract and the current work described in the Performance of Work Statement (PWS)?

We are unable to disclose that information.

9. Is it possible for the Government to provide large receptacles in the immediate vicinity of the 14 vault toilets to provide relief, which would otherwise require the collection and truck out of the garbage material prior to conducting pumping operations?

In accordance with sections 4.2 and 5.1 of the Performance of Work Statement (PWS), the contractor is responsible for furnishing garbage bags, removing and disposing of waste and trash from vault toilets. From April to October waste receptacles will be placed near the vault toilets to mitigate trash being disposed of in the vault toilets. However, they are not for the contractor’s use. Please see sections 4.2 Materials and 5.1 Basic Services of the PWS for additional information.

10. What is the estimated amount of trash that will need to be removed from the vaults?

There is an undetermined amount in the vaults. Most people are respectful of not throwing trash in the vaults. That being said it can and does occasionally happen.