Atch_6_Questions_and_Answers_0002.docx

Questions and Answers

1. Should the chargers integrate with existing infrastructure or software systems?

· The Chargers Should be capable of Networking with EKOS software. Integration is not part of the SOW.

2. Are there any specific network or connectivity requirements (e.g., Wi-Fi, Ethernet)?

· Ethernet – This is required along with the cable.

· See Communication Copper Horizontal Cabling PG 24

3. What are your expectations for maintenance and support post-installation?

· Chargers Will be install per Manufactures Recommendations

· One year warranty,

· PG 20 Section 11 11 37 1.7

· Training

· PG 22 Section 11 11 37 3.6.1

4. Do you have any preferred service level agreements (SLAs)?

· Not at this time

5. Are there any environmental or sustainability guidelines we need to follow?

· Not at this time

6. Do you prefer chargers with specific energy efficiency ratings?

· Chargers must meet minimums presented by the SOW and Regulations,

7. Are there any local, state, or federal regulations that the EV chargers must comply with?

· DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Highway Administration 23 CFR Part 680 [FHWA Docket No. FHWA–2022–0008]

RIN 2125–AG10

National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Standards and Requirements - (See Attachment Federal Hwy Reg)

· Buy America and Build America, requirements at 23 U.S.C. 313 Buy America Act (Pub. L. No 117–58, div. G sections 70901–70927)

· ADA regulations (49 CFR part 37)

8. What is the expected timeline for the project from purchase to installation?

Work shall be completed within 60 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. See Statement of Work, Section 1.2, Paragraph D.

9. Are there any critical milestones or deadlines we need to meet?

· Not at this time

10. Is there potential for future expansion or additional installations beyond this initial purchase?

· Yes

· PG 4 Section 01 00 00 1.2.B.3

11. Will there be a need for training staff on the use and maintenance of the chargers?

· Yes

· PG 22 Section 11 11 37 3.6.1

12. What level of documentation and reporting do you expect?

· Warranty document

· PG 19 Section 11 11 37 1.4

· Equipment Manuals

· PG 19 Section 11 11 37 1.4

· Photographs of Before/Construction/After

· PG 9 Section 01 10 00 3.9

· Payroll and Equipment costs

13. What are the key criteria that will be used to evaluate the bids?

See Solicitation Section M: Evaluation Factors for Award

14. Is there a weightage assigned to price, quality, speed of installation, etc

See Solicitation Section M: Evaluation Factors for Award

15. Could you provide the previous price for the contract?

New installation, no previous contract available.

16. Will the EV chargers be free for users, or will a payment system be implemented?

· EV Chargers will be for Government Owned Vehicles only- This will be a service that is free to use for the GOV providing the proper ID and Passcode

17. Is this project tax exempt?

· This is Federal and Sales Tax Exempt

· Contractor is responsible for Excise Tax

· The site on the reservation (White River Ranger Station) is responsible for paying the TERO Tax – contact information will be provided to Awardee upon request.

18. Are restrooms available for contractor use?

· No, Restrooms are not regularly available on site. SOW states to provide portable toilet

· PG 8 Section 01 10 00 3.3.D.4.a

19. SOW only calls for Schedule 40 PVC at White River Ranger Station.

a. Please confirm conduit specification at other two sites.

· Conduit specification is the same at all locations Schedule 40

20. SOW only calls to anchor White River Ranger Station charging station.

a. Please confirm or specify which charging stations need to be anchored.

· All charging stations should be properly anchored to the concrete as per the Manufacture recommendations

21. What are our working hours?

· 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday

· PG 6 Section 01 10 00 3.2

22. Will be provided with park passes or are passes the responsibility of the contractors?

· All Contractors and Sub-Contractors that are Properly Identified will be allowed free entry into and from the parks while preforming job duties. This is usually applied by providing Entry stations information on contractors.

23. Is soil compaction test required?

a. Who is responsible for carrying this?

· Contractor is responsible for ensuring that proper level of compaction is completed.

24. Who is responsible for seeding the area?

a. Is hand sewing seed acceptable or must areas be hydro-seeded?

· Contractor is responsible for Reseeding areas, Hand sewing and raking then properly hydrating is allowed, Hydroseeding is preferred

25. Please confirm all EV charging stations need to be anchored.

· All charging stations should be properly anchored to the concrete as per Manufactures Recommendations

26. Can you confirm load calculations at each location where power is to be tied into?

· Contractor will be responsible for insuring that the local power is capable of handling the installed equipment.

27. Can you confirm pad thickness at Pinnacle station where charger is to be placed?

· 6 inches

28. Are there specific manufactures we need to use and or not use when sourcing EV chargers?

· No Manufacture is specified.

· A List of possible manufactures is:

· Eaton

· Atom Power

· ABB

· ENPHASE

· Siemens

· Kempower

· BTC Power

· Enel X

· Cyber Switching

29. What are the requirements for tero tax at the White River location and who is responsible for carrying this?

a. Is this the only location applicable?

· The contractor is responsible for handling the TERO tax, if needed the park will provide contact information to assist with this.

30. Currently specified is a 30-amp 240 volt charger.

· This is the minimum acceptable level of charger.

31. A faster charger is preferable, would an 80-amp charger be acceptable?

· Yes, if there is suitable power available at the location.