HEB BPA Questions and Answers_.pdf

HEB BPA Questions and Answers:

7200AA23R00083

1) Section 2.2.6 Packaging and branding, Subsection: Palletization

The solicitation states that the HEB cartons in each pallet should be from the same batch.

The majority of the pallets will have cartons from the same batch but during packaging, there can be one or two pallets that might have mixed batch due to the limited quantity available after packaging. If we keep only one batch for that pallet then we will not be able to fill the complete pallet. Please advise if it’s acceptable to have a mixed batch in one or two pallets.

Answer: It is acceptable to mix a pallet to achieve loading efficiency

2) Section 2.2.6 Packaging and branding, Sub-section: Secondary Package

The solicitation states that 15-20 bags of silica gel of at least 1g each should be placed in each container in order to absorb moisture.

Please confirm if this is to be placed in each carton.

Answer: The gas of silica gel are to be placed in each carton

3) Section 2.2.6 Packaging and branding, ***Note

The solicitation states "Note: USAID may request 200 NMTs of unbranded HEBs at any time. All the labeling requirements would remain, with the exception of the USAID logo."

Please confirm if the technical, testing, packaging, and other requirements for this BPA will be applicable to this requirement.

Answer: Yes all standards, besides the branding requirement is applicable

4) 6.3.4. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS, Sub-section: Part III: Samples

The solicitation states that shortlisted suppliers will be required to send samples they are offering to one or multiple addresses in the U.S. Please indicate whether this would be an additional cost.

Please advise how much time will be provided for the submission of samples.

Answer: The requirement to submit samples is hereby removed.

5) 6.3.4. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS, Sub-section: Part IV: Past Performance

The solicitation states that offerors must list in an annex to the technical submission up to Three

(3) of the most recent and relevant contracts for efforts similar to the work in this solicitation.

Please confirm if we can submit subcontractor experience as past performance.

Thank you in advance for your help clarifying these points.

Answer: Yes, subcontractor experience is allowed

6) Is there any chance that the due date might be delayed?

Answer: Yes, due date will be delayed to July 10th, 2023

7) Page 42 of the RFP references a Checklist provided in Section 7 Attachment 2. There does not seem to be an Attachment 2. Could you please provide clarification?

Answer: Please disregard the reference to attachment 2

8) Page 42, Section 6.3 - General Instructions states “ The Technical Proposal pages must be numbered and may not exceed 5 pages for general technical capacity information and may not exceed 5 pages per each commodity offered.”

Answer: 5 pages for general technical capacity and 5 pages for specific technical capacity information for the commodity solicited. In this case, just HEB so maximum of 10 pages total

9) We have a quick query here about the approximate quantity we should predict in our price proposal.

-Answer: 2000 nmt per year

10. )Additionally, there are just 2 files for this project published to the Sam.gov website link which is Solicitation and Performance rating document. Is there any other document for Costing Indication?

Answer: No