RFQ 19PM0725Q0032 - Questions and Answers.pdf
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for Solicitation Number 19PM0725Q0032 for new forklift equipment for the U.S. Embassy in Panama. The Q&A provides critical details for potential offerors, including requirements for submission of documents such as the Local Advertisement/Solicitation and FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications. Key specifications include a strict requirement for a gasoline fuel system forklift, with no alternative power types (such as LPG/Propane, Diesel, or Battery Electric) permitted. Additionally, offerors who plan to subcontract vendors in Panama must provide evidence of commitment or explicit arrangements with subcontractors, demonstrating their ability to fulfill contract requirements.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Solicitation Number 19PM0725Q0032 New Forklift equipment for the U.S. Embassy in Panama
1. Question – Should the “Local Advertisement/Solicitation for commercial item” document be filled with the price quoted and signed by the offeror?
Answer: yes, prospective offerors must complete and submit the Local Advertisement/Solicitation document filled and signed along with their capability to comply with each requested additional requirement.
2. Question – Should offerors have to submit a copy of the FAR 52.212-3 document within the quotation? Where can it be found?
Answer: yes, offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items with their quotation.
The full text of the FAR clause may be accessed electronically at:
https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_212_3
In addition, offerors can download their Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items from their Entity account in sam.gov
Please refer to the screenshot below:
https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_212_3
3. Question – regarding the ‘Additional Requirement for this acquisition’, should offerors have to provide a certification letter of their company or from the manufacturer certifying their ability to comply with the maintenance and warranty terms requirements?
Answer: if offerors intend to subcontract vendors in Panama, offerors must include evidence of the prospective contractor’s commitment or explicit arrangement with the subcontractor.
This evidence may include a letter of commitment, agreement, or other documentation demonstrating the vendor’s ability to acquire the required commodities, resources, or personnel necessary to fulfill the contract requirements.
4. Question - Could you please advise whether the Government will accept alternative power types meeting all other performance requirements (capacity, mast height, training, warranty, local service, etc.)? Specifically: LPG/Propane (IC), Diesel (IC), Battery Electric (e.g., 48V/80V).
Answer: no, no alternative power type other than the requested will be accepted. The power type should be a gasoline fuel system. See page 1 of RFQ 19PM0725Q0032 / Description with list of minimum specifications – 1st bullet point.
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