Decorative Painting - Stairway to Wellness Project
DISCLAIMER
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.
Responses to this notice must be submitted in writing via email and must be received not later than Tuesday, April 2, 2019, 4:00pm EST. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification/socioeconomic status (service-disabled veteran owned small business, veteran owned small business, HUB Zone, 8(a), small business or large business). Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. Responses to this notice should include company/individual name, a service capability statement, examples of similar facilities for which you have provided services to, proof of applicable certification. DUNS number, address, point of contact and social-economic category (ex: SBVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, EDWOSB, Small Business). If your firm is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned or Veteran Owned Small Business, you must be CERTIFIED in VetBiz (see internet site: http://vip.vetbiz.gov). Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM), formerly CCR (see internet site: http://www.sam.gov). Responses to this notice must be submitted in writing, and received not later than Tuesday, April 2, 2019, 4:00pm EST. All interested parties must respond to any related solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this announcement. Email: Delfo.Saco-mizhquiri@va.gov. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.
WORK DESCRIPTION
Title: Decorative Painting - Stairway to Wellness Project
Introduction and Overview
The James J Peters VA Medical Center (JJPVAMC) is looking to increase stairway usage by improving the appearance of its stairways with the addition of beautiful, inspiring mural paintings painted by, preferable, a local artist.
Our main hospital building consists of 9 floors and houses 500+ employees. The building structure is tall versus wide so employees spend a lot of time waiting on elevators to get to the various floors. This in not only time consuming, but employees are not taking full advantage of the opportunity to improve their health goals by using the stairs.
Research shows that employees are often hesitant to take the stairs because they perceive stairwells as unattractive and/ or unsafe. Painting, artwork, motivational signs and music have all been shown to help increase the use of stairs. Stair climbing is one of the easiest ways to increase physical activity. It is low impact with significant rewards it reduces risk of coronary heart disease; improves blood pressure, blood sugar and blood lipid levels; maintains body weight and lowers risk of obesity.
With the addition of this artwork, employees and veterans alike will be inspired to use the stairs and improve health.
Scope of Work
JJP Bronx VAMC is seeking the services of, preferable, a local mural artist to complete a mural painting project in the stairways of the hospital.
Contractor shall be able to create detailed illustrations outlining artistic vision for the project - to include murals depicting Bronx landmarks with a wellness and nature theme on each of the stairway landings and the stairway walls leading up to the landings, as appropriate.
Contractor shall be able to paint the murals according to the plan.
Contractor shall be able to obtain all parts, materials and supplies necessary to perform the mural painting.
Period of Performance
The contractor shall complete the work within 4 months or less from the date of the award, unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer. If the contractor proposes an earlier completion date, and the government accepts the contractor s proposal, the contractor s proposed completion date shall prevail. The work will begin within 2 weeks of award, unless otherwise specified. Work will take place on hours that are convenient to the needs of the facility and may take place during late afternoon hours and weekends.
Other Requirements
The Government will require the following from contractors in order to monitor progress and ensure compliance:
Weekly Status Report
Weekly Meetings
Monthly Progress Report
Project Management Team (PMT) Meetings
Program Reviews
Outlines and Drafts
END OF WORK DESCRIPTION
DISCLAIMER
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.
Delfo Saco-mizhquiri
Delfo.Saco-mizhquiri@va.gov
Delfo.Saco-mizhquiri@va.gov
