Set Q and A 2 _Cleaning hood and ducts _W912GY24Q0004-11-27-2023.pdf
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This document contains questions and answers related to a federal solicitation for hood and duct cleaning and maintenance services. The solicitation is for multiple buildings located at a Department of the Army facility requiring contractors to clean ventilation hoods and ducts. Contractors must meet all OSHA safety standards, provide their own equipment and materials, and are not permitted to attach fall protection anchors to the metal roofs of the buildings. Water will be provided by the government for pressure washing. Roof heights and pitches are specified for each building. Ladders over 6 feet must not be used without fall protection, and lifts are recommended for roof access due to safety concerns. Insurance must be obtained before work begins and maintained throughout contract performance.
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Set Questions Answers 2:
Q1: Will contractors be allowed to affix fall protection anchors on the roof to use while cleaning?
A1: contractors are not allowed to attach an anchor to the roof, it’s a metal roof and doing so would likely cause leaks.
Q2: I just wanted to ask if we must have insurance at the time of the award or if the government can allow at least 48 hours for the contractor to get insurance for that specific job
A2: In accordance with FAR 52.228-5 page 54 on solicitation, before commencing the work/service the contractor should notify the contracting officer in writing that the required insurance has been obtained. Also, contractor shall maintain the insurance during the entire performance of the contract.
Q3: Will ladders beyond 6ft length be required as part of access procedure or would need to get a hydraulic lift?
A3: The safety office would highly recommend the use of a lift. The access to building should be in a safe manner and the crew should have adequate Fall Protection while on the roof tops. It is required to meet OSHA’s Fall Protection standards which can be found at 29 CFR 1910 Subparts D, F and I. There are multiple standards under these subparts.
Q4: When we visited the Hotel building (144), it was mentioned that we need a lift to get on the roof for the service. Do we also need a lift for the other buildings, or do they have stairs that the contractor could use? Alternatively, can the contractor use their own ladder to climb?
A4: Contractors are responsible to meet OSHA standards in how to get access to buildings and while on the roof top they shall meet the standards too. The buildings don’t have stairs for contractor use. In accordance with Part 1-section 1.1 the contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials etc., to performance the hood and ducts cleaning & maintenance service- see more details page 4 on the solicitation.
Q5: Although it is mentioned that the contractor is responsible for providing all materials and equipment, I want to ensure accurate pricing. Could you confirm if the contractor can use the water that is in the buildings for pressure washing, or should the contractor supply water?
A5: The Government will supply the water to perform the cleaning services on the hood and ducts.
Q6: What is the height and pitch of the roof for each building?
A6: Building 144- height= 25 ft, Roof pitch “12/12” which means the roof rises 12” for every 12” inward towards the peak (or ridge).
Building 146- height =20ft Roof Pitch 4/12
Building 147- height 18ft, Roof Pitch 4/12
Building P2- height 30ft, Roof Pitch 6/12
Note: * the height is from the top of the hood duct to ground.
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