Attachment C_Responses to Questions.pdf

QUESTIONS and CLARIFICATIONS

Question: The first sample is due by November 4th. Can you extend this deadline for 2 weeks?

RESPONSE: Amendment 0002 which was posted on 2 November only requires ONE (1) sample vice three (3) samples. The submission date for the only sample required is 15

November 2022, 5PM, EST.

Question: What types of companies are the typical bidders on a contract like this? Are they manufacturers, distributors, opportunistic traders? I’m not asking for specific names, just the general categories of suppliers. And how many bids is typical to receive on a similar contracts?

RESPONSE: This solicitation is total set-aside for small business who are capable of providing the required product. Only one quote is required and allowed to be submitted for this solicitation.

Question: You indicate the maximum price deviation from the first-year price is 10%. Is this for adjustments during the year, or through the 5-year life of the contract?

RESPONSE: The adjustment will be for the full 5-year life of the contract.

Question: Are we able to deliver the product in Tanks?

RESPONSE: BEP requires that the product be delivered either in Tanker Truck or in 55-

Gallon Drum. The method of delivery will be indicated in the Delivery Order to be issued by BEP. Therefore, price quote is required for both Tanker Truck (size limitation is indicated in the solicitation) and 55-Gallon Drum.

Question: What is the CAS# or SDS for 50% Sodium SULFATED Castor Oil Solution?

RESPONSE: The CAS Number is 8002-33-3 (Sulfated Castor Oil). The SDS BEP currently has includes the current contractors company information on it. Therefore, BEP can not distribute the SDS information.

Question: Will the federal government allow for price fluctuations on this contract if we provide full transparency of the price increases? Will this be acceptable to the federal government? Will there be a FAR clause for us to go to the federal government for a price increase on the contract?

If yes, what commodity futures does the Government look at to be on the same page?

RESPONSE: FAR clause 52.216-2, Economic Price Adjustment – Standard Supplies was incorporated into SF30_Amendment_0001 to address the fluctuation in prices.

Question: Is there an incumbent?

RESPONSE: This solicitation is for a NEW 5-year contract vehicle. In the past, BEP’s need for Castor Oil were acquired through the issuance of purchase/delivery orders.

Question: If so, are they eligible to re-compete for this solicitation?

RESPONSE: This solicitation is a total small business set-aside. It is open to all small business under the NAICS code indicated on the solicitation.

Question: Do you know if they plan to recompete?

RESPONSE: All small businesses are qualified to compete under the NAICS code stated in the solicitation.