Questions and Answers-Edwards Holiday Decor and Light Install

Edwards Holiday Décor and Light Install Solicitation Questions and Answers 1. What time must the contractor report for the December 4 lighting ceremony? a. Contractor can be onsite 1730 for the lighting controls switch over, then switch it back to photo cell an hour after the initial switch over 2. Does the Government have spare decorations and lighting materials available in case any existing items are damaged or non-operational? a. The Government will provide any replacement decorations if needed. 3. Will the Government furnish the ceremony push button (wired/wireless) and photocell, or are these contractor-furnished?
a. The switch is Government-furnished.
4. Evaluation: The "Evaluation Factors for Award" section (page 21 of 21) appears blank. Please confirm the basis for award (e.g., lowest price, LPTA, or best value) and whether any technical or past performance information is required with the quote.
a. Please review the SAM.gov solicitation description, which provides the evaluation criteria and basis for award.
5. Subcontracting: FAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting, does not appear in the clause list. Please confirm whether it applies to this requirement. We plan to perform with a local, California-licensed (C-10) electrical subcontractor under our management; if the clause does apply, would the Government consent to subcontracting more than 50% of the work?
a. The work can be subcontracted out.
6. Wage determination: FAR 52.222-41 (Service Contract Labor Standards) is incorporated, but no wage determination is attached. Please provide the applicable wage determination for Kern County, CA.
a. Wage determination has been added to the solicitation. 7. Site visit: Is a site visit available prior to the quote due date to view the 30 streetlight poles on Fitzgerald Blvd, the BX tree, and Bldg. 3610?
a. A site visit will take place on 28 October 2026 at 10:00am PDT. You must provide notice of intent to [email protected] and [email protected] by 7 :00am PDT 26 October 2026 to be eligible to

attend. Provide the name, phone number, and email address for all inviduals who will be in attendance.
b. The Government will then provide the necessary instructions regarding access following receipt of the intent notice.
c. All attendees must present a REAL ID-compliant Driver's License or ID at the gate.
d. Attendees must also present valid physical vehicle registration and proof of insurance (or a rental agreement).