ACAD_255256_Solicitation_QandA_AM_004_0004.pdf
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- ACAD 255256 - Replace Harden Farm Sewer Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 140P2025R0044
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for Solicitation #140P2025R0044, related to the ACAD 255256 Sewer Line project. The document contains seven questions from potential offerors and corresponding responses from the National Park Service (NPS). Key details include clarifications on technical specifications such as pump motor controls, liquid level controls, and operational testing requirements. NPS indicates flexibility in staffing roles, allowing combination of positions like Project Manager and Quality Manager, provided individuals demonstrate sufficient qualifications. The project has a 425-calendar day period of performance, with potential for contract extension to accommodate long lead times for lift pumps, particularly if the situation meets FAR 52.249-14 - Excusable Delays criteria. The project involves replacing a sewage system and connecting to municipal facilities, with the solicitation being conducted as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
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ACAD 255256 - Sewer Line
Solicitation # 140P2025R0044
# Offeror Question NPS Response
1.2 F. 2. “Upon request from the Contracting Officer, the operational test may be witnessed by the Contracting Officer, and/or representative of his choice, at the manufacturer’s facility”. Is a witnessed factory test actually desired for this station? Not an issue if so but it will be easier if it’s scheduled/priced at the beginning of the project instead of a spontaneous request
Initial start-up and field testing (commissioning) of the system shall be conducted by a factory technician or factory representative in accordance with the Government’s requirements. A COR or NPS representative must be present during the initial start-up.
2.06 A. 1. “Pump motors shall be VFD controlled”. This section lists
VFDs as driver & starter but 2.10 F. 3.a & 2.10 F. 4 list across-the-line and reduced voltage soft start starters respectively. Can the owner provide clarification which starter is desired?
There is multiple liquid level controls referenced in the spec
(transducer, bubbler, standby bubbler). Can the owner provide clarification on which level control is desired?
Does the Project Manager, Superintendent, Quality Control, and Safety manager need to be separate people, or is there some overlap allowed within reason? IE the Project Manager and Quality Control can be the same person?
Positions may be combined where appropriate. For example, the Project
Manager may also serve as the Quality Manager, and the Superintendent may fulfill the role of Safety Manager, provided that the individuals demonstrate sufficient qualifications and relevant experience in both roles.
Documentation of experience and capabilities must clearly support each function being performed.
Is the Kebo St or Great Meadow Dr. within the project limits planning on being repaved in the future? How strict is NPS going to be about incidental damage (scuffing/scarring/track marks) to the pavement and other general wear and tear that comes with heavy equipment operation and trucking?
Is there a certain date that the pump station needs to be operational?
We are looking at 30 weeks of lead time currently for the lift pump not including submittal time or install. Is NPS amicable to coordinating with the contractor for suspension periods? IE all the force main and structures can be installed, then the contract time can be suspended until the pump station can be constructed and lift pump installed
The Contractor shall submit alternative lift pump options that meet the design requirements and are available with a reduced lead time.
Is NPS open to extending the contract to longer than 365 days to accommodate possible long lead times on lift pumps?
The POP was changed to 425 calendar days under AM 004. NPS would like to keep the period of performance at 425 days. It's possible that the contract could be extended to accomodate the long lead time for the pumps, if the situation meets the criteria of FAR 52.249-14 - Excusable Delays
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