A21- Questions and Responses.pdf

Question # Question Response 1 Who is the incument contractor? LJ Jesolutions LLC

2 What is the previous contract price and period of performance?

The previous contract was awarded on 12 April 2024 for a total contract value of $207,640.00. The award included one base year and four option years.

4 What is the previous contract number? W912PM24P0033

5 How many restrooms are included, and what is their total square footage?

Four - 1 stall restrooms tailrace area. Four – 2 stall restrooms VAC. One vault toilet outhouse.

The Government is unable to provide total square footage at this time.

Could you please confirm the total square footage of all buildings covered under this contract?

The Government is unable to provide total square footage at this time.

Are there any known performance issues or discrepancies with the current contractor that prospective offerors should be aware of?

The incumbent's past performance is not publicly available.

Please confirm whether attendance at the March 26 site visit is mandatory for quote eligibility, or if vendors who did not attend may still submit a responsive quote.

Site visit attendance is not manditory to submit a quote.

If personnel complete all assigned tasks (e.g., restrooms and other areas) before 3:30 p.m., are they permitted to leave early?

Yes, this is not an hourly wage service.

Additionally, should this role be interpreted as a day porter-type service, requiring continuous duties throughout the day (e.g., trash removal, restroom replenishment, and ongoing touch-up cleaning)?

No, it is custodial and refuse service as outlined in the scope of work.

Would the requirement be considered compliant if the Prime Contractor provides off-site management while assigning a qualified on-site supervisor from the subcontractor’s staff to oversee daily operations?

The government does not specify how the primary contractor conducts quality control only that the primary contractor has the responsibility to be sure the specifications of the contract are met. The government does require a quality control checklist to aid in the quality assurance and processing of the invoices.

Is there a specific pricing template that must be completed, such as the pricing template included in the solicitation documents, and submitted with our proposal?

Pricing should be completed by filling out the until price and total in the blank boxes next to the contract line item number on the solicitation document. A separate pricing document may be provided, so long as it conforms to the contract line item pricing scheudle. Please round all unit prices to two decimal points.

Additionally, may we submit supporting documentation—such as past performance information—to supplement our proposal?

Yes.

If a representative from the Prime Contractor must be physically present, could the Government clarify the expected frequency and scope of on-site involvement (e.g., daily supervision versus periodic quality inspections)?

The government does not have an expected frequency and scope of on-site involvement for the primary contractor beyond what is required for them to assure their employees and/or subcontractors are providing adequate safety and there is acceptable quality control.

Is there a minimum staffing level (Full-Time Equivalents) required by the Government?

The contractor is responsible to determining the adequate number of personnel to provide custodial and refuse collection services at Poe’s Ridge recreation area in such a manner that the scope of work is satisfied with safely and quality.

Could the Government provide the current or historical crew size utilized by the incumbent contractor during peak season

The crew size has varied through the years, contractors, and seasons for various reasons.

Questions and Responses 2-Apr-2026

Solicitaiton Number: W912PM26QA0014, BEJ Custodial

Could the Government clarify the type of toilet tissue rolls required?

All cleaning material, paper products, and other supplies furnished by the Contractor shall be considered green and/or biodegradable.

Can you confirm the required frequency for custodial and groundskeeping services (daily, weekly, etc.)? Are there any seasonal variations or peak service periods we should account for?

Please reference the scope of work.

Will the contractor be responsible for providing all cleaning supplies, equipment, and consumables?

That is correct.

We understand this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable award. Please confirm there are no additional evaluation factors beyond technical acceptability and price.

That is correct.

Are there any restrictions on working hours or access requirements (badging, escorts, etc.)?

Please review section VIII. Supporting Information contain in the scope of work.

What is the typical estimated weekly usage volume during peak and non-peak times?

The Government does not have this information.

If unable to provide supply volumes, is a cost-plus pricing model acceptable when quoting supplies?

This will be a Firm Fixed Price only contract.

Is there a water source available at the Tailrace restrooms (mechanical room) for cleaning purposes? Can a water hose be attached to the source (spigot)?

Yes.

Is there a water source available near the fishing piers and courtesy docks for monthly cleaning of bird droppings?

There is a spigot available at the nearest building. Tailrace restrooms and Visitor Assistance Center.

The Solicitation states that there are programs being held in the visitor center periodically that will require cleaning afterwards – what does this entail and what is the frequency of these programs.

The programs are infrequent and the requirements may vary.

Is there a parking area where a company vehicle can be parked overnight and left on-site while not in use?

Yes. In the gated maintenance compound with government vehicles.