15_Q_and_A_1305M326Q0317_0002.xlsx
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This is a Questions and Answers document for NOAA Western Regional Center H32 Electrical Repair RFQ Solicitation No. 1305M326Q0317. The Q&A clarifies 26 key points regarding proposal submission requirements, work scope, equipment specifications, and contractor responsibilities for electrical repair services at the NOAA Western Regional Center in Seattle, Washington.
Critical clarifications include: a high-level work plan must be submitted with the initial proposal, with detailed coordination provided within 30 days of the post-award meeting; daily reports with photos (rather than semi-weekly updates) are required; the six-month period of performance equals 180 calendar days; no generator installation is required despite references in the QC Plan section; Panel F has already been replaced and is new; no city electrical permit is required; the Superintendent may serve dual or triple roles as Superintendent, SSHO, and QCM; product manuals and warranty documentation are due at project closeout, not with the initial offer; and the submittal log must be provided within 10 days of Notice to Proceed. Technical corrections clarify specific panel and equipment ID tag numbers, confirm Load Basis of Design requirements relate only to existing panels being replaced, and specify that the Technical Approach should outline staffing quantities and work methodology while the Cost Breakdown provides detailed labor rates, material costs, and resource allocations by building. No liquidated damages, bid holds, or 14-day RFP response periods apply to this RFQ.
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| Solicitation No. 1305M326Q0317, NOAA Western Regional Center H32 Electrical Repair | |||
| Question No. | Subject | QUESTION | Answer |
| 1 | General | Confirm that the Government will allow proposer a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days to respond to the RFP starting from the date that the Government responds to 100% of the RFIs received. | This is a RFQ so this doesn't apply RFP or RFI | |
| 2 | Liquidated Damages | Are there any liquidated damages that apply to this project? | No liquidated damages all items needed are in the RFQ. | |
| 3 | Bid Hold | What is the required bid hold for this project? | No. There is not a bid hold. | |
| 4 | Part 2: Base Requirements; 2.1 General - Work Plan | Item 2.1.1. of the RFQ states that "The Contractor shall provide a proposal that includes work plans with associated supporting | ||
| information and pricing for NOAA’ s consideration for the work related to each building commensurate with the Requirements listed in Part 2"; however, the provided Deliverables and Technical Exhibit document states that the Work Plan is to be submitted 30 calendar days after the post-award meeting. Please confirm that the Work Plan is a post-award submittal and not required with contractor's initial proposal. | A high level work plan during the proposal phase shall be provided per 2.1.1. Specific dates and coordination of actual work can be provided within 30 days of post award meeting. | |||
| 5 | Section XII - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices | Are there any page limitations for the Technical Approach and Capability section? | No | |
| 6 | Section XII - Instructions, Conditions, and Notices | Are there any font size limitations that apply to the response? | The font size used on these questions is appropriate | |
| 7 | Pricing | Please clarify if pricing should be provided in a separate volume from the main submission document. | Please refer to 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 in the RFQ for submission documents. | |
| 8 | Solicitation 1.7.1 Schedule | Please confirm that the government is anticipating to receive updates to the schedule twice a week (semiweekly) versus the common practice of once every two weeks (bi-weekly). | Daily reports with photos will suffice. | |
| 9 | Solicitation pg 3, CLIN 0001 | |||
| Solicitation pg 35 CAR 1352.270-70 Period of Performance | Please confirm that the government defines 6 months as 180 calendar days for the period of performance. | Yes | ||
| 10 | Solicitation 2.2.5 | Per the solicitation, panel FU-1 is labeled as ID tag #668 when both Technical Exhibit 4_1 & 4_2 both have it labeled as ID Tag #678 | #678 | |
| 11 | Solicitation 1.11 | Per section 1.11, the QC Plan is to demonstrate proper operation of the new generator and supporting systems. But sections 2.2.1 - 2.2.5 do not indicate the installation of a new generator, section 2.2.1 lists "install new Generator Manual Transfer Switch and connection to power panel DD". Please clarify. | There is no generator | |
| 12 | Technical Exhibit 4_2 | Please confirm the Panel F has been replaced prior to the solicitation for this porject. | Panel F has been replaced and is new | |
| 13 | Technical Exhibit 4_1 & 4_2 | Please confirm ID Tag #648 should have an equipment disrecription of "PNL-DD Main Lug 120/208V, 3PH, 4W Fed From Transformer T-32NL., | Yes, no change from original description | |
| 14 | Technical Exhibit 4_1 & 4_2 | Please confirm ID Tag #649 should have an equipment disrecription of "Disconnect S-7, 100A, 480V, 3PH Feeds Transformer T-32NL". | Yes | |
| 15 | Technical Exhibit 4_1 & 4_2 | Please confirm ID Tag #650 should have an equipment disrecription of "75 KVA Transformer T-32NL". | Yes | |
| 16 | Technical Exhibit 4_1 & 4_2 | Please confirm "Panel II 100A MCB #682" should actuially be #683 per Tech Exhibit 4_1. | Yes | |
| 17 | Technical Exhibit 4_2 | Please confirm labels CLIN001 - CLIN005 coincide with Solicitation sections 2.2.1 - 2.2.5. | Please see 2.2 Electrical Repairs for All CLIN Items Needed in Statement of work | |
| 18 | Deliverables 4_4 | Load Basis of Design & Design Documents 100% indicate that the government is requesting a design to take place, but do not list a design CLIN, design submittal iterations (35%, 65%, 95%, 100% CF) or allow for time for a design to be executed prior to construction. Please clarify the design requirements for this project. | Electrical Survey not required. Load Basis is for the load on any existing panel that is to be replaced. Design is the one-line updates indicating how the final wiring will be completed . | |
| 19 | Deliverables 1.9 | Please confirm that the frequency for Submittal Log & Submittals are to be submitted within thirty (30) calendar days of NTP. | Submittal log within 10 days (what submittals are your providing). | |
| 20 | Deliverables 1.9 | Please confirm that the Manufacturer's Product Data/Manuals & Warranty Documentation should be submitted at project closeout and not with the official offer. These documents would only be available after final prodcut procurement. | Product manuals at project closeout | |
| 21 | Solicitation, 1.7.7. Permits | 1.7.7. Permits - The Solicitation states no electrical permit is required for the work described. After reviewing the applicable local regulations, it appears that an electrical permit is required for this type of work. Additionally, the solicitation notes that FAR 52.236-7 applies, which states that the contractor is responsible for obtaining any required permits. Please confirm the contractor is responsible for obtaining and paying for the permit applicable to the local regulations. | No permit from the City of Seattle is required. | |
| 22 | Solicitation, Section XII Instruction, Conditions, and Notices | The solicitation states in Section XII, Technical Approach and Capability refers to the inclusion of performance checklists, anticipated number of employees, anticipated hours at the facility, and confirmation of supplies being provided. Separately, the solicitation also requires a detailed cost breakdown showing labor, hourly rates, materials, and costs for each building. Please confirm that the detailed breakdown of number of employees, hours, and supplies should only be reflected in the cost breakdown and not the Technical Approach. | The Technical Approach should capture the quantity of employees and their types and provide an overall view of how they will be used and duration. The Cost Break down should provide the details as stated in the question. | |
| 23 | Solicitation, Section XII Instruction, Conditions, and Notices | The solicitation states in Section XII, Technical Approach and Capability refers to the inclusion of performance checklists. Please clarify what is expected regarding performance checklists in this requirement. | The statement noted to provide a technical approach: "not. The technical |
approach write-up must not be a reiteration of the Statement of Work, but how your company plans on performing the tasks listed in the attached Statement of Work. (i.e. performance checklists," It is up to the contractor to provide a clear description of their work and QA.
| 25 | Clarification - CLIN 001 | Th client requested during the site walk that an exterior "plug" be added to the electrical service panel to accommodate a portable generator plug-in for future use. Please clarify the added scope of work to be performed. | No "exterior plug" was discussed for CLIN 001 or expected to be provided |
| 26 | Solicitation, Section XII Instruction, Conditions, and Notices | Can the Superintdent, SSHO, and QCM roles be a dual or triple hat? If dual and triple hatting is allowed, which roles can be performed by a single person? | Superintendent can provide all three roles |
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