Questions and Answers.pdf
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- Goodway Steam Cleaner and Floor Spinner
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- 80NSSC27945797Q
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This is a Questions and Answers document addressing clarifications on a federal solicitation for steam cleaning equipment.
The Government confirmed that part number 96-KIT0934 specified in the original solicitation was a typographical error; the correct Goodway floor spinner model is 93-KIT0934/93-KIT0934-SQG, which is acceptable. The primary equipment required is a heavy-duty dry steam cleaner (model CVG-3600-480E) operating at 480V, three-phase, 60 Hz AC with quad stainless steel boilers, a 33-foot hose with pistol grip, two soap containers, and a complete accessory kit. The equipment must be delivered to Building 4400, where a forklift is available for unloading. Delivery timelines have been extended from the original 30 calendar days after receipt of purchase order to 45 days and up to 90 days after receipt of order (ARO) for vendors unable to meet the initial requirement, specifically due to the ASME E-Stamp boiler being a non-stock item. Regarding certification, a CE Declaration of Conformity is acceptable; ASME E-Stamp certification is not required. The Government will accept quotes from small business resellers sourcing new Goodway equipment through Goodway-authorized distributors with full manufacturer warranty and documentation passed through; offerors need not hold direct Goodway dealer authorization. The scope covers equipment delivery only and does not include installation, commissioning, or operator training. No documentation is required to demonstrate authorized-vendor compliance. For "or equal" products, vendors must meet salient characteristics including stainless steel boilers generating continuous ultra-low-moisture dry steam, steam output of 290°F to 300°F at 0-145 PSI variable pressure, production volume of approximately 13.5 to 20 gallons per hour, configurable moisture levels of 5 to 15%, at least 10-gallon water tank capacity with continuous fill capability, minimum 2-gallon chemical injection tank, heavy-duty stainless steel housing weighing 200 to 300 pounds, and sanitization efficacy against bacteria, viruses, oils, fats, and allergens.
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Questions and Answers
1. Goodway catalog does not list 96-KIT0934. Can Government confirm 96-KIT0934 is a typo and 93-KIT0934 / 93-KIT0934-SQG is acceptable as Brand Name or Equal?
a. Yes, this was a typo. 93-KIT0934 Floor Spinner is correct.
2. Can Government accept 45 days ARO if vendor cannot meet 30 days?
a. yes
3. Can Government consider extending delivery to 90 days ARO for this brand-name requirement? 36KW ASME E-Stamp boiler is not stock item.
a. Yes
4. Please clarify the following requirements:
Steam cleaner certification: The specification states “AMSE Certified Boiler, E
Stamp” for model GVC-36000-480E. Please confirm whether “AMSE” should read “ASME” and identify the required certification and supporting documentation.
a. CE Declaration of Conformity will suƯice for this.
Floor spinner part number: The RFQ and SOW specify 96-KIT0934, while published supplier listings identify the Goodway floor spinner as 93-KIT0934.
Please confirm the correct part number and whether 93-KIT0934 is acceptable.
a. 93-KIT0934 is acceptable.
Required accessories: Must the delivered package include any separate vacuum unit, hoses, adapters, or other accessories beyond those supplied with the specified steam cleaner and floor spinner?
a. In addition to the floor spinner, the cleaner, part number CVG-3600-480E states the following is included:
i. Heavy-Duty Dry Steam Cleaner. 44 Amp, 480 V, 60 Hz AC, three-phase. 33' hose with a pistol grip. Two soap containers.
Quad stainless steel boilers.
ii. Complete accessory kit including One (1) 20'' wand, one (1) 40" wand, four 2-1/4" circular nylon brushes, four 2-1/4" circular brass brushes, four 2-1/4" circular stainless steel brushes, four 1-1/2" circular nylon brushes, four 1-1/2" circular brass brushes, four 1-1/2" circular stainless steel brushes, four circular nylon scrubbing brushes, four circular brass scrubbing brushes, four circular stainless steel scrubbing brushes, multi-brush tool, safety glasses.
Delivery timeline: Please confirm whether the 30-day delivery requirement means 30 calendar days after receipt of the purchase order.
Scope: Please confirm whether this requirement is for equipment delivery only or includes installation, commissioning, or operator training.
a. This is for equipment delivery only. Does not include installation, commissioning, or operator training.
Authorized-vendor documentation: What documentation is required to demonstrate compliance with the requirement to purchase from authorized vendors?
a. None
5. For an “or equal” product, please provide or confirm the salient characteristics used to determine technical equivalency.
a. Boiler System: Stainless steel boilers that generate continuous, ultra-low-moisture dry steam without requiring system shutdown or depressurization to refill
b. High Steam Output & Temperature: Delivers an output steam temperature of 290°F (up to 300°F) and a variable output pressure of 0–145 PSI.
c. Steam Production Volume: Produces approximately 13.5 to 20 gallons per hour.
d. Electrical & Power Requirements: Operates on 480V, three-phase AC power (50/60 Hz).
e. Water Capacity & Refill Options: Equipped with at least 10-gallon stainless steel water tank that supports continuous fill via an on-board tank or a direct hose connection.
f. Chemical Injection: minimum 2 gallon chemical tank(s) for integrated detergent or sanitizer injection when extra cleaning muscle is needed.
g. Adjustable Moisture Content: Features configurable dry steam moisture levels (typically 5% to 15%) to balance deep sanitization with safety on water-sensitive machinery, electronics, and conveyors.
h. Build & Mobility: Built with heavy-duty stainless steel housing, weighing approximately 200 to 300 lbs net dry weight.
i. Sanitization EƯicacy: Designed to destroy bacteria, viruses, oils, stubborn fats, and allergens (such as nut and seed residues) on contact.
The SOW says “AMSE Certified Boiler,” while the RFQ identifies the cleaner as GVC-36000-480E. Please confirm that an ASME-certified boiler with an “E” stamp is required. Not required. CE Declaration of Conformity will suƯice for this.
6. For delivery to Building 4400, does the receiving location have a loading dock or forklift, or should the quote include liftgate and/or inside-delivery service?
a. Forklift for unloading.
7. The SOW for 80NSSC27945797Q states that the items must be purchased and delivered “from authorized vendors.” Will NASA accept a quote from a small business reseller that sources new Goodway equipment through a Goodway-authorized distributor, with full manufacturer warranty and ASME E-stamp documentation passed through. Or must the oƯeror itself hold Goodway dealer authorization? Yes, that is acceptable.
8. The requirement specifies the "96-KIT0934” as the desired floor spinner model but Goodway only has the 93-KIT0934 model in stock right now. Can we quote that item or should we look for an alternative of a diƯerent brand? 93-KIT0934 is acceptable.
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