3. RFI Ram Telecom Questions and Response.pdf

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Solicitation: FA2521-22-B-0006 Project Number: DBEH 21-1507

Project Description: Repair Tower 81559, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL

Contractor Name: Ram Telecom

POC: Steve Hertel

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Can we obtain the latest structural analysis or structural design information (including member sizes, etc.) of the tower? Or any other as‐builts from past repairs?

Response: Use information as provided in spec and drawing.

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Can the bid be extended to allow for review of any new documentation the Space Force can provide from past repairs?

Response: use information as provided in spec and drawing.

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Are you looking for a bid strictly based upon the items/fixes provided? OR can we value engineer a better solution for these areas?

Response: Drawing does not dictate means and methods for repairs, value engineering is welcomed.

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Question: Do you have foundation/geotechnical information for the tower? TIA‐222‐H requires that for any modification a full analysis of the foundation is incorporated.

Response: Geotechnical information is not available.

Project Number: DBEH 21-1507

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SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page S501

Question: Can you provide at a minimum the thickness of the corroded pipe members? We need to know the thickness of structural pipes at a minimum as depicted in the drawings. A 1/8” weld is being specified, which is smaller than the typical minimum structural weld of 3/16”. I am not sure if the pipes we are proposing to weld to are thick enough to even accept a weld or if we risk more damage to them by welding.

Response: Use information as provided in spec and drawing.

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Question: Will encasing the footing be allowed as previously performed? Special inspections?

Response: Per drawing, the footings do not require encasing. However, if requirement is identified, it will be allowed.

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SOW/Technical Specification/Drawings paragraph/page S902 photo 4

Question: Will all pipes that are installed incorrectly be required to be corrected? I.e. weep holes facing up?

Response: Yes, all new materials will need to be installed in corrected performance manner.

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Question: Special requirements for cranes. Height requirements or restrictions, FAA notification? If so who will prepare documentation and what is the timeline?

Response: FAA notification is not required for this project. Crane may not exceed 150' horizontal surface, and will be restricted during equipment operations. Shortest equipment needed should be used.

Project Number: DBEH 21-1507

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Question: Any special preparation or cautions needed on site. i.e. keeping special clearances in any locations, designated staging areas, restrooms, will power be provided or do we provide our own?

Response: Restrooms will not be provided. Power may be provided, if an accessible point is located.

Staging on-site will be allowed. No particular clearance but all government assets must be protected. The instruments have safety and property clearance restrictions.

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Any restrictions on open flame i.e. welding/cutting torch or will this all need to be cut out with a plasma cutter or saw then grind.

Response: All burning requirements must submit and gain a burn permit from CCSFS Fire Chief. A three notice is required.

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Estimated Timeline for SF remove tech equipment from tower. (Down time) Estimated Timeline for tower to be in non‐commission status (CX timeline) EstimatedTimeline to reinstall all equipment Response: All removals are subject to constraints at time of operation. Recommend planning on one day to accomplish any particular move, or resinstallation. Tower down time will be dependent on operations.

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Question: 000101 FUNDING for CLIN 0001 Page 4 of 55 Is this requirement funded for this fiscal year? If not will it be for early 2023?

Response: See solicitation guidance.

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Question: Can the Contracting Office provide projected launch schedules through December 2022? Can they provide link to published rain schedule mentioned at the site walk?

Response: Link to published launches is found at spaceflightnow.com.