What to ask a kitchen renovation general contractor?

There are many questions to ask a contractor. Here are the most crucial ones:

Are you licensed, bonded, and insured in Los Angeles, CA?
Can you provide a list of references from projects completed in the last 12 months?
Who will be the daily point of contact on-site?
What is the estimated timeline for completion, and how do you handle change orders?
Are you a turnkey kitchen remodeling company?
Who is handling the design and building permit process?
What kind of kitchen cabinets and countertop are included in the proposal?
What is NOT included in the proposal?