04 Appendix A Capability Form_06.22.26_C.docx

In order to make the best determination, the FAA requires interested vendors to fill out Appendix A addressing the following and per the instructions below:

· Capability Questions start in Block A.

· Interested vendors may reference the same contract, described in Block A Table 1 and Block B Table 2, (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3) for multiple citations.

· Supporting document attachments are permitted, provided they reference the specific contract, described in Block A Table 1 and Block B Table 2, (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3) citation.

· If work was performed on a specific Task Order, cite both the Task Order number and the Base/Parent Contract number.

This form can be completed on government and/or commercial sector projects. Scope may be represented on one contract/project or be represented on separate contract(s)/ project(s) providing same or similar services; within five (5) years of the issuance of the Market Survey.

APPENDIX A

CAPABILITY FORM

Vendor Name: ____________________ A. Describe previous contracts similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW. You must provide detailed information and past performance information for three (3) previous contracts including program title, customer name, project dates, customer point of contact (POC), and description of work performed.

Table 1: Previous Contract(s) Reference

Contract Name

Issuing Office

Total Estimated Value of the Contract/Projects (s):

Period of Performance(s):

Place of Performance(s):

Program Title

Customer Name

Customer POC

Project Dates (MM/DD/YY – MM/DD/YY)

A.1 Provide a description of work performed as similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW for previous contract A1:

A.2 Provide a description of work performed as similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW for previous contract A2:

A.3 Provide a description of work performed as similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW for previous contract A3:

B. Describe current contracts similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW. You must provide detailed information for three (3) current contracts including program title, customer name, project dates, project value, customer point of contact, and description of work performed.

Table 2: Current Contract(s) Reference

Contract Name

Issuing Office

Total Estimated Value of the Contract/Projects (s):

Period of Performance(s):

Place of Performance(s):

Program Title

Customer Name

Customer POC

Project Dates (MM/DD/YY – MM/DD/YY)

B.1 Provide a description of work performed as similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW for current contract B1:

B.2 Provide a description of work performed as similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW for current contract B2:

B.3 Provide a description of work performed as similar in size, scope and complexity to the requirements outlined in the Draft SOW for current contract B3:

C. Please confirm whether your company has the ability to provide all required services and equipment to meet the FAA’s requirements as outlined in the Draft Statement of Work, (Draft Section C).

Using the table provided below, indicate with an “X” or check mark the Contract(s) under which your company has provided or is currently providing services, as outlined in the respective sections of the Draft SOW

Table 3: Services and Equipment

Program Management (C.3.0)

COTS Battery System (C.4.0)

Battery System Delivery And Recycle/Disposal Service (C.6.0)

Battery System Replacement Services (C.7.0)

Battery Monitoring System (BMS) Installation Services (C.7.0)

Battery Monitoring System (BMS) Training Services (C.7.0)

Battery Depot Support (C.9.0)

Technical Support Services (C.10.0)

C.1 Provide a supporting narrative detailing how your company meets these requirements.

D. Does your company have the capability to provide Battery System?

Using the table provided below, indicate with an “X” or check mark the Contract(s) under which your company has provided or is currently providing Battery System.

Table 4: Battery System

Vented Lead Acid (VLA)

Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA)

Nickel-Cadmium

Battery Monitoring System (BMS)

Building Ventilation Modification (BVM) for H2 control

Asbestos work / remediation

Stationary battery string maintenance / troubleshooting

D.1 Equipment Delivery Lead Time. Please identify estimated manufacturing lead times (in months) for each of the following categories. For any lead times in excess of 12 months, please provide any suggested mitigation strategies to reduce the lead times in the space provided below the table. In addition, please provide an explanation of your communication plan to keep Customer informed of any delays.

VLA

VRLA

Nickel-Cadmium

BMS

BVM

*NOTE: Urgent Projects are only considered at the sole discretion of the government and are expected to minimize lead-time even if cost increases relative to routine. Urgent Projects should never compromise battery integrity such as the cells being used, the cells sharing a manufacturing date code, the cells being fully warrantied, and the cells passing normal integrity testing.

Narrative:

E. If your company will require services of additional subcontractors to perform the requirements of this contract, please identify any subcontracts, teaming agreements or partnerships and the estimated percentage of work each third party would perform against the total effort of the contract.

F. Describe your ability to deliver requirements of the SOW both within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). Include details describing your ability to provide on-site technical support CONUS and OCONUS in the narrative section below.

Using the table provided below, indicate with an “X” or check mark which region(s)your company is capable and/or interested in providing services in:

Table 4: Capable/Interested Region

Note: A visual map of the regions can be found at https://www.faa.gov/airports Response:

G. Review Attachment J.01 DRAFT CLIN Structure for alignment with your services, suggest revisions if applicable to improve clarity and efficiency.

Please provide suggested revisions below:

G.1 Please discuss your approach to managing “equipment refresh/obsolescence” as it pertains to contract administration. Specifically, explain how the updating and revision of Section B/ Attachment J.01 should be accomplished during the contract period of performance to ensure the FAA continues to receive equipment that meets system requirements in a timely manner at a fair and reasonable cost without being overly administratively burdensome?

H. State whether Lithium-ion battery options are available. If available, describe any advantages or limitations compared to VRLA and VLA batteries.

I. State your approach to warranties on work previously performed by your company. Please include warranty timeframes and confirm if the warranty includes both equipment and installation.

J. Describe your capabilities and procedures for safely storing, handling, and charging battery strings, including compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards.

K. Describe your capability and experience with remediating asbestos (small areas or full rooms). Describe you procedures for the handling, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials, including certifications, regulatory compliance, and waste disposal methods.

L. Based on prior contracts, describe any challenges related to equipment or tool availability and the measures you have implemented to proactively prevent such issues.

M. Describe your capabilities and challenges with providing a site visit including electrical and structural review. Provide an example site survey report. The report may be submitted as a separate attachment.

N. Describe your capabilities and challenges with battery and battery monitor technical support. Provide an example of data and analysis. The data and analysis may be submitted as a separate attachment.

O. Please provide any relevant feedback, suggestions, or comments on the Section C DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW) and associated J Attachments included in this Market Survey to assist in the FAA’s procurement process. If your company is unable to supply the requirements described in the SOW or believes there are more suitable solutions available, please indicate this in your response below.