QA for W912K624R0001_05MAR2024.pdf

W912K6-24-R-0001 Questions and Answers

1. I am hoping to find out if the subject effort is a new requirement or a follow-on to an existing contract? If the latter, can I please find out the incumbent contractor's name and contract number?

Answer. This is a follow-on to an existing contract. The incumbent contractor: Apple Occupational Medical Services, contract number W912K621P0024.

2. In the case of this contract, we would see this model as substantively meeting the technical requirement of having a mobile ability at your sites while also having a brick-and-mortar location nearby each location cited in your solicitation. Would this be seen as a correct model by your offices?

Answer. The fixed facility must be 25 miles within Edgewood, Maryland.

3. We are assuming that x-rays for post exam are desired for such things as TB questionable reading and not a provided item that is mandatory on site. We could arrange both, however we want to set the solicitation appropriately.

Answer. Chest x-rays with B-read are required for employees who changed out brake pads prior to the year of 2001 for potential asbestos exposure. This requirement will be ordered for employees who are retiring in FY2024 and are expected to be offered onsite if the need arises. We do not request chest x-rays for questionable TB.

4. Are results for participants and the POC able to be viewed on a portal system or are they to be shipped not mailed for tracking purposes?

Answer. The request to ship and mail one copy of results to the employee and one copy to the POC cannot be uploaded into a portal system.

5. Some contracts are listed as a year however are funded for only the period that Occupational Health exams and records must be completed. In this particular contract case, are you expecting the contractor and any subcontractors to provide services throughout the year and by individual need or would there be a group that we would be ensuring meet their annual occupational health exam requirements.

Answer. The vendor is expected to visit the three sites annually and provide services via fixed facility throughout the PoP.

6. While on site, are there requirements for PPE usage beyond what we would normally require of gloves, jacket, and mask?

Answer. Contractor shall adhere to the CDC guidelines, related to standard precautions, while providing services under this contract.

7. For PFT testing- if a person regularly wears a mask, we assume they must show up for the appointment with their correct assigned mask.

Answer. Respirators are not a required item to perform a PFT.

If a supervisor or other that does not typically wear a mask and would not state that they need it, would they need to bring any type of emergency mask or would a sign off of not necessary to role be required at the time of the appointment?

Answer. The vendor will be notified of services each employee is required to complete.

8. Will a specialized occupational health form be furnished by the military, or should we expect to furnish our own?

Answer. Medical documentation related forms will be issued directly to each employee by the MDARNG OHN prior to their scheduled appointment.

Are intake results expected as well. Medical history intake exam results.

Answer. Yes, medical history to include past medical history, current, family, home exposures, work exposures, work related complaints (past and current), hearing, ergonomic, and vision.

9. We may have existing primary care practice office(s) in the area of the needed mobile clinic services. Am I understanding the contract parameters correctly insofar as a brick-and-mortar medical office is required in addition to the mobile clinics?

Answer. Services shall be provided on site at the designated Maryland Army National Guard locations via mobile unit. In addition, an alternate option shall be available via fixed facility within 25 miles of Edgewood, Maryland.

10. On PWS paragraph, 1.4.10- Would contractor be liable for Costs within the bid for background checks and what level background check is required?

Answer. Information required only in the event of a background check.

11. Will you be providing the chosen vendor with historical audio data?

Answer. Historical audiometric examinations may be provided by the OHN upon request.

12. Are you requesting audiometric comparison reports, or do you just want the audio tests transcribed onto the 2215 or 2215 reports?

Answer. Audiometric testing only (2215 for baselines and 2216 for annuals).

13. Is the vendor required to have their own local facility, or are we able to identify a local facility where the employees missing the mobile unit can get their tests performed?

Answer. The MDARNG OH seeks contracted services for a mobile OH unit with an affiliated fixed facility with 25 miles of Edgewood, Maryland.

If the vendor does not have their own facility, is that a disqualification for bidding?

Answer. Yes.

14. What time of the year do you perform the testing?

Answer. The period of performance is 12 months. Past performance has been conducted in October/November timeframe.

15. Who is the incumbent?

Answer. Refer to question 1.

16. Will it be acceptable to provide pricing that includes a line item for daily labor and equipment charges for the mobile unit and staff?

Answer. Contractor must submit total price for each CLIN in accordance with Addendum 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 as stated on this solicitation. For daily labor and equipment breakdown charges. See PWS paragraph 4.1 to answer your question.

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