RESPONSE_TO_BIDDER_QUESTIONS_5-8-18.docx

80KSC018R0016

QUESTION & ANSWERS 5/8/18

RESPONSE TO BIDDER QUESTIONS:

1. REFERENCE: RFP General QUESTION: Since the contractor is carrying the design for the Liquid Hydrogen Sphere we would like to request a 5-week extension in order to complete a partial design and price the work aggressively.

ANSWER: As of this date, the proposal due date remains unchanged.

2. REFERENCE: RFP General

QUESTION: Will the craft be able to park within the jobsite or need to be bused in?

ANSWER: Assuming “craft” is referred to as “craft labor”; Refer to 80KSC018R0016 SF1442 Continuation Clause J-B-84. Associated coordination is the responsibility of the contractor.

3. REFERENCE: RFP General QUESTION: How many days of training/screening will be required to get badged for the site?

ANSWER: Refer to 80KSC018R0016 SF1442 Continuation Clauses H.6, I.14, J-B-72, and J-B-76. These clauses reference badging and training required. SATERN courses available online typically take 1-hour. Course quizzes must be completed related to certain courses to verify retention of content. ELSA Training typically takes 1-hour in person on KSC and must be scheduled by coordination with the Contracting Officer.

4. REFERENCE: RFP General

QUESTION: Will all work be on straight-time or will night work be required?

ANSWER: Refer to 80KSC018R0016 SF1442 Continuation Clause F.2.

5. REFERENCE: RFP General QUESTION: What is the protocol for downtime when a launch is scheduled on-site?

ANSWER: For a launch from LC 39B, refer to 80KSC018R0016 SF1442 Continuation Clause J-B-79 for downtime requirements. For a launch from other than LC 39B, refer to 80KSC018R0016 SF1442 Continuation Clause F.4 for downtime requirements.

6. REFERENCE: RFP General

QUESTION: Is there a concrete batch plant on-site?

ANSWER: No, there is not a concrete batch plant on KSC.

7. REFERENCE: RFP Section L / Appendix 2.

QUESTION: Will all pre-proposal questions and responses be shared with all offerors?

ANSWER: Yes, and any changes or clarifications resulting from bidder questions will be addressed in a solicitation amendment. If the questions are general and do not amend the solicitation, a Question & Answer sheet will be posted.