Addendum No. 2 - IFB 2125 - SKF Only Bearing-Cylindrical Roller Gearbox.Signed.pdf

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TO: All Bidders

FROM: Maryland Transit Administration

SUBJECT: ADDENDUM NO. 2

IFB No.: 2125/BPM039913

SKF Only Bearing-Cylindrical Roller Gearbox

DATE: October 24, 2023

Effective this date is Addendum No. 2 to the subject IFB. This addendum responds to questions asked by Chess

Global Trade Corporation and Salvo Auto Parts as well as provides Conference Call-In Information.

Q1: Could you kindly confirm the preferred method for delivering the required documents?

Are we expected to send them via mail or hand deliver, or is it possible to submit digital versions or apply through eMMA until the bid closing time?

A1: As stated in Sections 4.25.5 and 5.5 of the IFB, bids are only accepted via mail or hand delivery.

Bids will not be accepted by any electronics means (i.e., eMMA or email).

Q2: As part of our plans, we intend to import these items to the United States. I am interested in understanding if there are any tax exemptions or specific tax requirements related to these items.

Any additional information you can provide on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

A2: The state of Maryland is tax exempt. See the attached Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate.

Q3: To ensure a smooth delivery process, could you please verify the designated delivery location for the items as follows:

MTA – Light Rail

344 West North Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21217

A3: Page three (3) of the IFB confirms the Place of Performance which is the physical delivery address as the address stated above.

Q4: I wanted to seek some clarification regarding the terms mentioned in Attachment B1 Bid form.

You mentioned that estimated quantities can change, and prices are to be fixed for 12 months.

I would like to confirm if there is a possibility to also fix the quantities for the same 12-month period.

A4: The statement in Attachment B-1 Bid Form is standard verbiage on the MTA Bid Form; however, IFB 2125 is a One-Time Purchase and that section does not apply to this procurement.

Q5: I carefully reviewed section 3.3 regarding invoicing, and it mentions that payment will be made after the work is approved. However, there is no specified duration mentioned for the payment.

A5: Refer to page six (6) of Appendix 3. - MDOT MTA Mandatory Terms and Conditions.

Q6: Required Bid Submission section 5.4 and Delivery, section 5.5 indicate that the bids will need to be submitted either through the mail or hand-delivers. Will the State being accepting bids through the eMMA system?

A6: As stated in Sections 4.25.5 and 5.5 of the IFB, bids are only accepted via mail or hand delivery.

Bids will not be accepted by any electronics means (i.e., eMMA or email).

Addendum No. 2

IFB 2125 – SKF Only Bearing-Cylindrical Roller Gearbox

October 24, 2023

The following Call-In information is available for your participation:

October 30, 2023 @ 10:00am

Call-In #: 1-667-262-2962

Phone Conference ID: 319 540 296#

The Bidder shall acknowledge receipt of the Addendum by completing and returning this form with the bid package or via email.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Sincerely, Stephanie Harrison, CMPO

Procurement Officer II

RECEIPT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT – ADDENDUM NO. 2 TO SOLICITATION IFB 2125.

VENDOR

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