The Department of Veteran Affairs, NCA 8 NF/SG is seeking responsible sources to provide service outlined in the Statement of Work. This is market research for informational and planning purposes only. This is not a solicitation and does not obligate the government to issue a solicitation. This is to gain knowledge of potential sources related to NAICS code 31420. Please be advised that the Government will not pay for any information submitted under this announcement. Your response should identify your company name, point of contact with contact information, indicate all areas you are capable of providing service, capabilities statement/certification and identify your business size and if you are any of the following: Federal Supply Schedule holders, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Veteran-owned Small Business, Small Business, HUB Zone certified, 8(a) disadvantaged, disadvantaged, and woman-owned. Responses to this notice shall be e-mailed to Jill L. Claar, Contract Specialist, email address:
[email protected]. Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received in writing no later than 4:00pm EDT January 13, 2015. Responses should clearly state the ability & documentation to provide the service. If a solicitation is issued, it will be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately. Statement of Work Auditorium Stage Drapery, Gainesville FL SUMMARY OF WORK AND REQUIREMENTS: Introduction The Government requires Auditorium Stage Drapery supplied with pre-measurement, fabrication, rigging or hardware changes or upgrades, delivery and installation, to include any and all services, for its intended performance in support of the Malcom Randal VA Medical Center, in Gainesville, FL. Site visit for field measurement and condition of stage curtain hardware is a requirement for fabrication. Measurements are not intended to be used as final estimate of width and length of final product, to be used as analysis only. Description/Scope/Objective The contractor shall provide new Auditorium Stage Draperies as requested for the Auditorium located in the Malcom Randal VA Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. Location is the basement of the old hospital. Location is 1601 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608. Replacement Auditorium Stage Drapery requested is Custom and requires field measurement for fabrication, analysis of specific hardware in place, reconditioning of rods and rigging so as to operate correctly. Reworking of current rigging may be required by Vendor at or prior to installation of multiple draperies. Auditorium Stage Drapery has been removed as a safety prevention measure. Measurements are given as estimates only, not to be used for fabrication. Performance Requirements Contractor shall supply, install, service, repair any and all Auditorium Stage Drapery for entire area mentioned in this SOW in support of the Government for proper performance of Auditorium Stage Drapery. The contractor shall be responsible to submit a detailed area room specific configuration plan of the drapery layout for this area to include all pre-measurement, fabrication, rigging or hardware changes, delivery and installation for entire project. Performance areas include the basement level, Auditorium Stage Drapery located in the Malcom Randal VA Medical Center located at 1601 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608. Scope Provide reliable function and rigging for the Auditorium Stage Drapery in the basement of Malcom Randal VA Medical Center. " Drapery must be of good quality fabrication and workmanship in accordance with safety due to weight of drapery. " Reworking of current rigging and supports, or new hardware may be necessary as part of the new Custom Auditorium Stage Drapery request. All curtains shall be moveable from side to side, and front to rear as would be suitable for use as a performance area. " All sections of Auditorium Stage Drapery will be replaced. Front drapery, rear, side, and crosswise draperies. " All drapery Materials must be Fire Resistant/flame retardant to meet or exceed all local and FL life safety and fire codes. " Refer to VA Design Guide for goals of the VA for patient and employee safety in a healthcare environment. " Measurements are not intended to be final fabrication sizes. Field measurement of Replacement Auditorium Stage Drapery is essential for this Custom product prior to fabrication. " Prior to fabrication, analysis of specific hardware in place, reconditioning of rods and rigging, replacement of any hardware are required so as to operate all drapery correctly. " Front Draperies and Valance. 25 oz. Velour fabric; color- Navy blue, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " Rear and Side Draperies are made of 15oz. Poly Chevron; color - Black, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant). Masking fabrics and are used to hide or "mask" off-stage areas, rigging, hardware, and stage lighting equipment. Masking curtains include borders, legs or side curtains and mid-stage, up-stage, and rear travelers. Measurements: FOR ESTIMATION PURPOSES ONLY NOT FOR FABRICATION. " 278"w x 30"h valance; 25 oz. Velour fabric; color- Navy blue, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " 349"w x 86"h front drapery; 25 oz. Velour fabric; color- Navy blue, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " 349"w x 30"h additional valance; 25 oz. Velour fabric; color- Navy blue, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " 3 Sets of 349" w x 93"h drapery; 15oz. Poly Chevron; color - Black, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " 352"w x 93"h Rear Traveler drapery; 15oz. Poly Chevron; color - Black, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " 141"w x 93"h Side Curtains; 15oz. Poly Chevron; color - Black, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant) " 164"w x 93"h; Side Curtains; 15oz. Poly Chevron; color - Black, IFR (Inherently Flame Resistant)