CA-SD NWR COMPLX-BIRD DOTS INSTALLATION
ID: 140FS124Q0178Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 1Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Glass and Glazing Contractors (238150)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS (Z2AZ)
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    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting quotes for the installation of Feather Friendly Symmetry film dots on approximately 2,092 square feet of exterior angled windows at the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Complex. The primary objective of this project is to reduce bird strikes on windows, thereby supporting wildlife conservation efforts. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment and personnel, while the government will supply the film; compliance with federal regulations and safety practices is mandatory throughout the project. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their quotes by September 16, 2024, with the project scheduled to commence on December 1, 2024, and conclude by March 1, 2025. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Roger Lockhart at roger_lockhart@fws.gov or by phone at 404-679-7124.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lockhart, Roger
    (404) 679-7124
    (404) 679-4057
    roger_lockhart@fws.gov
    Files
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    The document is a Wage Determination issued by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act, which outlines minimum wage and fringe benefits for various job classifications in San Diego County, California. Effective for contracts entered after January 30, 2022, the minimum wage is set at $17.20 per hour, with lower rates for contracts awarded prior to this date. The document lists detailed wage rates for multiple occupational categories, including administrative support, automotive services, health occupations, and technical positions, among others. Additional considerations include benefits such as health and welfare, vacation time, and established paid sick leave provisions for covered workers. Contractors are reminded that workers in certain classifications might earn higher minimum wages pursuant to recent Executive Orders. The document also discusses the process for classification and wage rate adjustments for unlisted job titles through the conformance process, ensuring compliance with Federal standards in labor contracts. Overall, this determination serves as a guide for contractors to ensure fair compensation and adherence to labor laws in federal contracting.
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the installation of Feather Friendly Symmetry film dots on approximately 2,092 square feet of exterior angled windows at the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Complex. The primary goal of the project is to reduce bird strikes on windows, demonstrating a commitment to wildlife conservation. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are invited to submit quotes by September 16, 2024. The project period spans from December 1, 2024, to March 1, 2025, with a completion deadline by October 31, 2024. Contractors are required to provide all necessary equipment, personnel, and guidance on safety practices for working on tall windows. The government will furnish the film, and the contractor's work will be evaluated based on adherence to the installation specifications. Compliance with various federal regulations, including environmental considerations and contractor responsibilities, is mandated throughout the bidding and execution processes.
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