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Amendment 36C24626Q0439 (0005) Question (Black) / Response (Red) Do the lights need to stay in the room? Response: Yes, the lights are utilized for the configuration of the beds within the residential rooms. They were part of the renovation contract. Is moisture barrier needed on fabric? Response: Please be advised that CAL 133 & Moister Barrier is required. Are the dimensions the same? Response: Yes, the dimensions are the same for each alcove, however, awardee is recommended to field verify existing conditions. Is there a loading dock? Response: Yes, there is, however, VA recommends a truck with a liftgate for ease of access into the Pods. Is trim to match the existing? Response: Trim should match the wardrobe offered by the solicitor. Do the wardrobes need to be built in to the alcoves? Response: While they are not required to be built in, the wardrobe should be safe for patient use and installed per manufacturer s recommendation. VA recommends the wardrobes being fastened to prevent them from tipping onto the end-user. What is the scheduling of the Pods? Response: Pod C as soon as possible, followed by Pod D, Pod B, Pod A. VA estimates around a maximum of two weeks for install of pod to include the relocation of internal VA veterans and stakeholder collaboration. Alcove Dimensions Response: The existing wardrobes are not built in or fastened to the wall. The team was able to pull it out of the alcove. They are heavy, but it s not a terrible feat. Previous Wardrobes: The evaluation criteria in the RFQ package didn t appear to set clear evaluation criteria. I would like to know if this will be a low cost technically acceptable evaluation or is it best value evaluation? If it is best value what are the specific components that will be evaluated? Response: best value evaluation criteria: Experience and Past Performance (50%): The contracting firm shall have a minimum of 5 years worth of experience of furniture installation and project management within healthcare interior design. They must be able to provide project scopes and documentation for three Federal projects valued at $750,000 and above. These projects will be evaluated on the scale found below. 1 Below Average 2 Average 3 Good 4 Great 5 Exceeds Expectations Based on: Continuity of Design thoughtful and calculated design decision based on the importance of consistency as utilized throughout the project Project Scope: product selection, size of install, quality of work Project Management: timeliness of deliverable, customer satisfaction, staffing Budget Adherence: ability to deliver value of money with best value Technical & Management Ability (30%) Labor/Services appropriate to the scope of work Project Staffing plan Project Management Plan References (20%) Should provide two references of testimonials from previous clients Request an extension on the submission deadline? Response: Solicitation 36C24626Q0439 has been extended to Wednesday May 06, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EST. To add FAR 52.222…
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