19AQMR24R0001_Consolidated QandA.xlsx
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This document appears to be a set of questions and answers related to a federal contract opportunity for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
The solicitation, numbered 19AQMR24R0001, is for the Department of State to procure PPE, including respirators, masks, clothing, and boots, to be donated to the Government of Mexico. Delivery is required to locations in Queretaro, Sinaloa, and Mexico City, and the vendor will be responsible for the importation and delivery of all equipment. The solicitation includes a number of technical questions and answers regarding the required specifications for various PPE items, such as facepieces, coveralls, boots, and detection equipment. There are also questions related to the delivery schedule, importation process, warranty requirements, and documentation. The proposal due date is December 28th, and questions on the solicitation must be submitted by December 8th.
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| Solicitation Reference (i.e., Attachment Number, Section, and Page Number) | Technical/pricing | Question(s) | Response(s) to Question(s) |
| Attachment 3 - Clin 12 and 13 | Technical | The required model "Dupont Tychem 6000 TF145T-L" does not contain the booties required. The model Dupont Tychem 6000 TF169-T comes with the requested booties. Please confirm which of the models should be provided. | |
| Attachment 3 - Clin 14 and 15 | Technical | Kappler's products cannot be sourced directly in Mexico and there are restrictions on their importation into the Mexican territory. Would INL accept Dupont or Anse IP brands as an alternative? | |
| Attachment 3 - Clin 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20 | Technical | Zytron's products cannot be sourced directly in Mexico and there are restrictions on their importation into the Mexican territory. Would INL accept Dupont or Anse IP brands as an alternative? | |
| Attachment 3 - Clin 45 and 46 | Technical | The largest size available for Tingley boots is 13. Could INL confirm if this size is acceptable? | |
| Attachment 3 - Clin 66 | Technical | On item description UNICUS 4i is requested. However,the specification for this item lists UNICUS 4s. Please specify which model should be provided. In addition, please confirm the capacity requested. | |
| items number 45 & 46 Tingly Boots size 14 & 15. | Technical | The manufacturer doesn’t make those sizes any more. Will you accept a different brand that has variations from the specs listed or shall we not quote those items? | |
| SOW Combined PPE, Section 5, Page 7 | Technical | In reference to section 5 of the SOW, can the Government confirm which items in Attachment 3 are to be considered as consumables for warranty purposes? | |
| 19AQMR24R0001-0002, Section L-02, Page 22, | Technical | Proposal instructions state page count “shall not exceed a total of 40 pages.” In order to provide the government with all requested photos, technical information, and spec sheets, will the government consider not including the specification sheets in the page count? | Yes. Specs added to list of exceptions. |
| 19AQMR24R0001-0002, Section L-02, Page 24, Price Table Instructions | Price | Will the Government please clarify where Pricing Table 1 is located? Is this Tab 1. CLIN Pricing in Attachment 2 - Pricing File? | Attachment 2 both tabs. Solicitation language has been updated for clarity |
| 19AQMR24R0001-0002, Section L-02, Page 24, Price Table Instructions | Price | Will the Government please clarify what Supporting Information should be provided with our price quote? | Origin of the proposed prices: catalog pricing, supplier quotes, etc. |
| Technical | Can the Government update the description and part number for the “Full facepiece respirator G1, FS, MD, MD NC, 4PT C-HARN Small size MSA 10156460 or equal” listed as CLIN 3 in Attachment 3 to read “Full facepiece respirator G1, FS, SM, SM NC, 4PT C-HARN Small size MSA 10156458 or equal”, per guidance from MSA? Can the Government also update the specifications accordingly? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government update the part number for the “TWIN CARTRIDGE APR ADAPTER FOR G1 SCBA FACEPIECE MSA 10149702 OR EQUAL” listed as CLIN 5 in Attachment 3 to part number “10199720” per guidance from MSA? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm the specifications for the “Ultra-twin full face anti-gas mask with straps and buckles. MSA 480263 or equal Small size” listed as CLIN 10 in Attachment 3 should read “Size: S”? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify part numbers for the “KAPPLER ZYTRON 100XP training suit” listed as CLINs 14 and 15 in Attachment 3? Note: per Kappler, there are several styles available in the Z100 XP fabric. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government note that the “ZYTRON 400 coveralls” listed as CLINs 17 and 18 in Attachment 3 are the same item? Note: per Kappler this coverall is available in sizes S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X and 4XL. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the part number(s) and size(s) required for the “BLAUER GORE CHEMPAK XRT CHEMICAL SUIT (BLACK) FOR HOT AREAS” listed as CLIN 21 in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm which facepiece the end user plans to use in tandem with the “BLAUER GORE CHEMPAK XRT CHEMICAL SUIT (BLACK) FOR HOT AREAS” listed as CLIN 21 in Attachment 3? Note: per Blauer, the XRT has been tested with the MSA Millenium mask but not the G1 facepiece. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the required mil thickness and length for the "Protective chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) gloves. Black color." listed as CLINs 22 and 23 in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm that the “Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) system MSA G1 10215807 or equal” listed as CLIN 27 in Attachment 3 should not be fire-hardened with Kevlar? Note: per MSA, part number 10215807 is a basic industrial “wall hanger” and is not fire-hardened with Kevlar. MSA recommends the more robust and fire-hardened A-G1IN-7-5-1-3-J-1-A-1-A-A-A-1 configuration without electronics that is used by the DEA and US federal law enforcement. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the part number for the “Multigas detector system MSA ALTAIR 5X or equal” listed as CLIN 28 in Attachment 3? Note: per MSA, the recommended part number is 10165446 which includes O2/LEL/CO/H2S/PID, 10-foot sample line and probe. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government note that the “Communications System kit MSA 10023055 or equal” listed as CLIN 30 in Attachment 3 will not work with the G1 facepiece per the guidance of MSA? Note: per MSA, an aftermarket solution will be required if available based on the type of radio(s) used. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm the radio brand and model that will need to integrate with the G1 facepiece? | ||
| Technical | Will the Government accept two 2-position SCBA fill stations in lieu of the "SCBA EAGLEAIR SAFESTATIONX4" listed as CLIN 31 in Attachment 3? Note: per Eagle Compressors, the SafestationX4 is not available at this time as they have ceased all quoting and production until further notice. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the part numbers for the “DUPONT Encapsulated Suit: Tychem(R) 10000, Rear, Taped Seam, Level A” suits listed as CLINs 33 and 34 in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm that the unit of measure for the “Tingley boots” listed as CLINs 37-46 in Attachment 3 should be “pair”? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government note that the “Tingley boots” listed as CLINs 45 and 46 in Attachment 3 are not available in sizes 14 and 15, respectively? Note: per Tingley, the Hazproof boots are made wider and longer to accommodate a Level A suit with booties. Tingley recommends that users go down a size or 2 (for example, a Tingley size 13 would be equivalent to a size 15). | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm that the unit of measure for the “White disposable aprons Box with 100 pieces Tyvek TY273S or equal” listed as CLIN 50 in Attachment 3 should be “box”? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm if the “MSA 60 Minute Lite Weight Cylinder ASSY, G1. RC. 4500 PSIG, 60MIN, PKG” listed as CLIN 53 in Attachment 3 is to be shipped with or without compressed air? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the required part number for the “MSA 60 Minute Lite weight storage for Cylinders” listed as CLIN 55 in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the required part number for the “Air-Kaddy Cylinder Rack” listed as CLIN 56” in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the required part number for the “MSA 60 Minute Lite weight storage for Cylinders” listed as CLIN 55 in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the required part number for the “Air-Kaddy Cylinder Rack” listed as CLIN 56” in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government specify the standard ranges of measurement for the “Diffusion Detector Tubes” listed as CLINs 58 and 59 in Attachment 3? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm the required part number for the “Tubes, Acetic Acid, 10 tubes per box, (part# 6722101)” listed as CLIN 61 in Attachment 3? Note: the part number in the specifications differs from what is in the short description. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government confirm the “UniCus 4i All-In-One Compressor & Fill Station by Bauer” listed as CLIN 66 in Attachment 3 should specify the model “UniCus 4s/13” instead? Note: per Bauer, the specifications provided are for the model 4s/13. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government note that the “GAS, 34L,1.45% CH4,15% O2, 60PPM CO, 20PPMH (Part # 10048280)” listed as CLIN 67 in Attachment 3 is just a smaller version of the 58L cylinder listed as CLIN 69? Are both cylinder sizes needed? | ||
| Technical | Can the Government note that the “CALIBRATION GAS CYLINDER GAS, 58L,1.45% CH4,15 02, 60 CO, 20 H2S, 2.5 CO2 (Part# 10103262)” listed as CLIN 70 in Attachment 3 is not needed per guidance from MSA? Note: per MSA, there is no need for CO2. | ||
| Technical | Can the Government replace the “BW MicroDock II - Calibration Station (2 Bay Dock)” listed as CLIN 72 in Attachment 3 with separate line items for the “Galaxy GX2, ALTAIR 5/5X, 4 Valve, Charging, North American charger, Black (part #10128625)” and the “MSA GX2 Electronic Cylinder Holder (part #10105756)” per guidance from MSA? Note: per MSA, the BW MicroDock II will not work with the MSA Altair instruments. Further, per MSA, the Altair 5X requires a minimum of two electronic cylinder holders according to how it is configured | ||
| Price | Can the Government revise the units of measure in Attachment 2 to align with those in the updated version of Attachment 3? | Done. Attachment 2 is now included in the solicitation as version _A003 | |
| Delivery Schedule | Technical | Could you please provide clarification on the expected frequency of deliveries to each of the specified locations (Attorney’s General Office, Sinaloa State Police, Mexican Navy, Mexican Army) within the six months after contract award? | |
| Technical | How should I coordinate with INL Mexico Logistics to obtain access to the project sites and finalize the delivery schedule? | This information will be provided to the awardee | |
| Technical | What steps should be taken to confirm delivery to each location and ensure items are received satisfactorily | This information will be provided to the awardee | |
| Technical | Could you provide further guidance on the importation process into Mexico, including any specific documentation or permits required, as well as the responsibilities and procedures for clearing customs. | Per the SOW, pg 5 "Neither the USG nor the Government of Mexico shall be involved in any way with the importation/exportation process." It is up to the vendor to provide this information | |
| Technical | Can you clarify the process for initiating the 12 month warranty period for applicable items after delivery is completed, as well as the procedures for handling warranty claims during this period | Per the SOW, pg 7 "The Contractor shall provide a copy of the warranty policy, detailing the warranty support and procedures to follow when requesting warranty services." It is up to the vendor to provide this information | |
| Technical | What measures will be in place to ensure that all delivered items meet the specified quality standards, and what is the process for inspection and acceptance of delivered products? | This information will be provided to the awardee | |
| Technical | Are there any specific documentation or reporting requirements that need to be fulfilled during the delivery process, such as progress reports, invoices, or close-out documentation? | This information is provided in Section 9 of the SOW and in the solicitation invoicing instructions Clause 01INV. | |
| Technical | Could you provide the designated points of contact at each delivery location for coordination and communication purposes? | This information will be provided to the awardee | |
| CLIN 0022 – 0023 | Technical | What thickness of gloves is required for this program? We can offer 14 mil and 25 mil thickness that match the specification provided. | |
| CLIN 0051 | Technical | Safety Vest – What color? Orange or Yellow? | |
| CLIN 0012-0013 | Technical | Based on the information provided, it appears that there is a discrepancy between the specified requirement for socks and the product description of Dupont Tychem 6000 TF145T-L, which does not include socks. If socks are required for the application, you may need to consider the Dupont Tychem 6000 TF169-T, which includes socks. Additionally, since the general description specifies "booties," it's important to clarify whether this refers to separate footwear or if it's included as part of the Tychem 6000 TF145T-L suit. If separate footwear is required, then additional boots would indeed be necessary. Please clarify. | |
| CLIN 0028 | Technical | ALTAIR® 5X Multigas Detector by MSA Safety. Can you please provide us with correct part number? #10115118 #10116924 #10116925 #10116926 #10116927 #10116928 #10116929 #10115142 #10165446 | |
| CLIN 0045 | Technical | Tingley boots do not manufacture sizes beyond 13. Please confirm that the Size in the specs are American size and if so, the bigger size is 13 and no 14. | |
| CLIN 0046 | Technical | Tingley boots do not manufacture sizes beyond 13. Please confirm that the Size in the specs are American size and if so, the bigger size is 13 and no 15. | |
| CLIN 0058 | Technical | Since the brand is not specified, we propose the Dräger brand. However, the end user will need to choose from the following options, as it is not specified in the description: A) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Carbon Monoxide 5/c (10 pcs per box) Brand: Dräger CH25601, B) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Carbon Monoxide 2/a (10 pcs per box) Brand: |
Dräger 6733051, C) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Carbon Monoxide 8/a (10 pcs per box) Brand:
Dräger CH19701, D) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Carbon Monoxide 10/b (10 pcs per box) Brand: Dräger CH20601, E) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Carbon Monoxide 0.3%/b (10 pcs per box) Brand: Dräger CH29901 CLIN 0059 Technical Since the brand is not specified, we propose the Dräger brand. However, the end user will need to choose from the following options, as it is not specified in the description: A) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Toluene 5/b (10 pcs per box) Brand: Dräger 8101661, B) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Toluene 50/a (10 pcs per box) Brand: Dräger 8101701, C) Colorimetric tube for the detection of Toluene 100/a (10 pcs per box) Brand: Dräger 8101731
| CLIN 0066 | Technical | There are discrepancies in the descriptions, as they mention both Model 4i and Model 4s. Could you please clarify which model you require? |
| CLIN 0003 | Technical | #10156460 is not size small. That PN is for size large. Right PN is 10156458. |
| CLIN 0010 | Technical | Item description says Small Size and specific description says M. We believe it was a typo and we will quote size Small PN#480263. |
| CLIN 0071 | Technical | Jumbo PH Test Paper - 1.2 X 50'(Roll): Can you please confirm the exact model paper strips range from 1 to 11, 1 to 12, 3 to 5.5, 3 to 9 or 6 to 8? |
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