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Questions and Answer Electrical Power Distribution System RFQ/Solicitation No: 36C24221Q0258

1. Q: There are no protective relays on the pricing sheet or equipment list, however the specification calls for testing of the protective relays. Will there be an updated pricing sheet?

A: Provide pricing for protective relay work with the associated equipment (i.e. switch, circuit breaker, etc).

1. The pricing sheet is in quantity of fixed hours for each category. The time allotted does not seem appropriate for all items. Can the pricing sheet be modified to have quantity of each device and cost per device (not in hours)?

A: Pricing sheet has been revised.

1. Q: The specifications call for testing as per NETA specifications. Is primary injection testing required on all circuit breakers including molded case circuit breakers?

A: Yes, provide all tests as described per NETA specifications.

1. Q: Is the work all being performed during normal working hours?

A: No, the work will need to be completed off-hours as required (i.e. when equipment needs to be deenergized to perform the work). All 5kV, 480V, and 208V equipment shall be completed off-hours.

1. Q: Who is responsible for removing equipment from service? Onsite personnel or testing company?

A: The testing company will be responsible for removing equipment from service.

1. Q: If there are charges for Con-Edison Shutdowns, who is responsible for these costs?

A: There are no charges for Con-Edison shutdowns.

1. Relays – There are no relays listed in Attachment #1.

6. Should we add an item #0010 and submit pricing for relays accordingly?

A: Pricing of the relays shall be incorporated into the pricing of the associate piece of equipment such as the breaker. Refer to question #1.

1. What would be expected for “System Function Tests”?

A: Requirements of the System Function Tests are described in the NETA specifications.

1. In order to test the “switchgear and switchboard assemblies” they would need to be completely shut down and isolated – will this be possible and who will coordinate?

A: Yes, the equipment will be completely shut down by the VA.

1. Will VA personnel be performing switching and isolation of equipment for testing?

9. This would include all planning, execution and internal notifications.

A: The VA will provide the planning and execution in conjunction with the contractor, specifically to plan the shutdown time required. Internal notifications will be the responsibility of the VA.

1. What time of the day would equipment be available?

10. Is there a percentage of overtime we should carry?

A: Equipment availability will need to be coordinated with the facility depending on the loads being served. Refer to question #4.