Attachment 2 - 850K Dozer Engine Replacement questions and answers.pdf

1. The Statement of Work (SOW) does not mention the necessity for routine maintenance on the dozer, which has not been used for over three years. Can the cost of any overdue maintenance—such as replacing the battery, changing hydraulic fluid, refreshing diesel or other contaminated fluids, servicing the air conditioning, and repairing potential rodent damage—be included in the quote for engine repairs?

A: The dozer has been used within the last three years ( not sure where this information came from). The dozer was in operation last year after our mechanics and outside repairs from Murphy tractor were done. Routine maintenance such as oils, hydraulic fluids, and refreshing the diesel should be include with the engine replacement. No, the air conditioning and repairing potential rodent damage should not be included in the engine repairs, the amount of funding was to get it up and running and have the engine fixed.

2. Could you please provide a copy of the maintenance records for the dozer?

A: A copy of the maintenance records for the dozer cannot be provided, due it being it a government system.

3. How can a dozer be out of operation for over three years yet have an engine with less than 1,000 hours of use? Typically, a dozer engine should last between 7,000 and 10,000 hours before requiring a major overhaul.

A: The dozer has not been out of operation for 3 years ( not sure where that information came from). The dozer was in operation last year after repairs were made by our mechanics and outside repairs. The emissions systems failed causing the engine failure and the dozer is not in high use here, it is primarily used for training and certain high visibility projects.

4. Can you supply copies of all service repair attempts made on this dozer to better understand the work completed?

A: We cannot provided copies of all service repairs since it’s a government system, we can answer specific questions about work that has been completed.

5. Can you provide the serial numbers for both the engine and the dozer?

A: IT0850KXEBE199323

6. Can another repair mechanic be allowed on-site for an inspection of the dozer?

A: Yes, another mechanic can be allowed on site if he has a valid driver’s license ( one with a star on it) and can pass a background check.

7. Will you set aside this solicitation for SDVOSB?

Not at this time, because of not guaranteed funding at this time and the potential of increase of the risk of driving up costs due to not having competition, it is in the best interest to the government to award as a 100% set-aside to small business.