36C25924Q0073 0001_2.docx

Amendment to a Previous Combined Solicitation

GENERAL INFORMATION

Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300 Greenwood Village CO 80111

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Ricky Smith ricky.smith4@va.gov 303-712-5811

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

409 Pershing Court

Ft. Reilly KS

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Amendment to a Previous Combined Solicitation

Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist ricky.smith4@va.gov

409 Pershing Court

Ft. Reilly KS

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URL DESCRIPTION

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Amendment to a Previous Combined Solicitation

Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

POINT OF CONTACT*

ricky.smith4@gmail.com

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Questions and Answers For Solicitation #36C25924Q0073

1. Conflicting details in the Statement of Work:

In section 5 of the SOW (copied below), the UPS is listed as an EATON 9390 and the batteries are said to be replaced from a STACO system.

Deka Unigy 550 watts 12V batteries have dimensions of, 13.46 x 6.84 x 11.21, 105lbs. which is significantly higher than the 11.8 x 6.8 x 8.4, Weight 80lbs listed.

Can you please confirm that the batteries being replaced are currently in a STACO unit and the respective model number?

5.1 UPS-1 EATON 9390-120 (1st Floor and 2nd Floor)

a. Remove sixteen (16 Deka Unigy 550 watts 12V Batteries from the STACO Energy Product system. Replace with sixteen (16) new batteries that meet or exceed the following specifications:

Nominal voltage: 12, WPC for 15 minutes to 1.67 VPC at 15 degrees Celsius: 381 short circuit current (A): 4,225, Max Discharge Current: 670, Internal resistance (mO): 3, Dimensions (inches) 11.8 x 6.8 x 8.4, Weight 80lbs.

Answers:

1. The UPS is STACO not Eaton.

The batteries that are being replaced are Deka HR5500. See attached photo of battery label.

2. Also section 5.1 states UPS-1 EATON 9390-120 (1st Floor and 2nd Floor) Are there 2 sperate UPS systems, one on each floor or just one (1) total?

And we can quote equal or like batteries, correct?

If possible, can you or your customer provide a picture of the battery rack?

Answers: There are separate UPS for each floor.

However, the batteries are only being replaced in the 1st floor UPS.

Equal or like batteries is fine.

See attached photo of battery cabinet and drawings.

3. Please provide the following:

Exact UPS make/model(s) on site. Conflicting info in SOW/specs.

Pictures of current UPS system(s) and external batteries.

Site access for battery installation/removal. Dock? Stairs?

Make/model of existing batteries to be replaced.

Watts Per Cell (WPC) rating missing from replacement battery specs.

Are existing batteries Deka HR5500 model?

Answers:

Staco Battery cabinet See attached photos for UPS system. No external batteries.

See attached photos for site access. No dock. Handicap ramp or stairs access. Handicap ramp not wide enough for pallet access.

See attached photo of existing batteries to be replaced.

Existing batteries are Deka HR5500

3. The provided battery spec 550W and dimensions do not match the manufacturer's specs. Can you please provide the battery part number?

Answers: Existing batteries are Deka HR5500

4. On the pricing sheet you attached Clin 0001 states "Install Deka Unigy 550 watts 12V Batteries from the STACO Energy Product system.

Also section 5.1 states UPS-1 EATON 9390-120 (1st Floor and 2nd Floor) Are there 2 sperate UPS systems, one on each floor or just one (1) total?

Answers:

Batteries are to be replaced in one UPS on the 1st floor.

5. The provided battery spec 550W and dimensions do not match the manufacturer's specs. Can you please provide the battery part number?

Answers:_Deka HR5500 6.

1. Battery Configuration Confirmation: Can you confirm the total number of Deka Unigy 550 watts 12V Batteries required for replacement? Specifically, are there 16 batteries in total, with 8 per UPS system, distributed between the 1st and 2nd floors of the facility?

Answer: There are 16 batteries as stated in the SOW. They will be placed in one UPS on the 1st floor.

1. Current Battery Usage: Are the existing UPS batteries currently operational and in use?

Answer: No

1. Continuity of Operations: If the current batteries are in use, are there contingency plans or alternative power sources to ensure uninterrupted operations during the replacement process? How will power continuity be maintained for critical systems during the installation of new batteries?

Answer: Not applicable. UPS not in use.

1. Site Egress Details: Could you provide detailed information about the site egress, particularly regarding accessibility for battery replacement? Are any stairs, elevators, or a receiving dock available to transport the batteries?

Answer: See attached photos of site access. No dock. Entrance to building is either up a flight of 8 steps or up the handicap ramp. Ramp is not wide enough for pallet access.

1. UPS System Images: Is it possible to supply images of the existing UPS system? This would aid in accurately identifying the model and understanding the setup for battery replacement.

Answer: See attached photos of UPS

1. Clarification on UPS Model and Battery Specifications: There appears to be some confusion regarding the UPS model. The RFQ mentions an Eaton 9390 Model, but it seems to correspond to a Staco Energy Products UPS system. Could you clarify the exact model? Additionally, can you provide the model of the current battery installed? It is suspected to be a Deka Model HR5500 Battery.

Answer: See attached drawings of STACO UPS. It is not Eaton. Existing batteries being replaced is Deka HR5500.

1. Watts Per Cell Rating: The Watts Per Cell Rating is missing in the specification below and there is conflicting information about the battery model in use. What is the Watts Per Cell Rating?

· “Replace with sixteen (16) new batteries that meet or exceed the following specifications: Nominal voltage: 12, WPC for 15 minutes to 1.67 VPC at 15 degrees Celsius: 381 short circuit current (A): 4,225, Max Discharge Current: 670, Internal resistance (mO): 3, Dimensions (inches) 11.8 x 6.8 x 8.4, Weight 80lbs.”

Answers:_ 550 Watts/Cell @15 min.

7. Please clarify the number of batteries being replaced.

Answers:_ 16, as stated in the SOW.

See attached document: Attachment 1 - Statement of Work - Ft Riley UPS Battery Replacement Revised 12-18-2023.

See attached document: Attachment 4 - Line Items - UPS Battery Replacement and Disposals.

End of Document See attached document: Attachment 1 - Statement of Work - Ft Riley UPS Battery Replacement Revised 12-18-2023.

See attached document: Attachment 4 - Line Items - UPS Battery Replacement and Disposals.

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