Attachment 7 RFI Listing - Apparatus Performance Testing (RESPONSES).pdf

RFI # QUESTION/COMMENT

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GOV RESPONSE

Can the Government confirm that all five apparatus will be scheduled for testing during a single mobilisation within each annual performance period, or should offerors allow for multiple site visits?

All apparatus wil not made available at the same time to esnure that we can meet emergency response needs. Vehicle testing will be done one at a time.

Will the Government provide access to a suitable pump test facility, water supply, and discharge area, or is the contractor expected to provide all testing infrastructure and equipment?

Contractor is responsible for all equipment. If agreed upon and testing is done on Andrews AFB then we will provide the facility/area to conduct certain test that is applicable.

If draft testing is required, will the Government provide the necessary facilities/equipment, or is the contractor expected to furnish equipment such as a Weiss Draft Commander (or equivalent)?

Contractor is responsible for all equipment. If agreed upon and testing is done on Andrews AFB then we will provide the facility/area to conduct certain test that is applicable.

4 Can the Government confirm whether Tanker 74 is equipped with a fire pump requiring full NFPA 1911 pump performance testing?

Yes it does require full NFPA 1911 pump performance testing.

Where apparatus require Government repairs following initial testing, will the Government endeavour to coordinate repairs so that any required retesting can be completed during the same mobilisation, where practical?

All repairs will be done by Joint Base Andrews members.

Will all apparatus be made continuously available during the scheduled testing period, or should offerors anticipate operational interruptions due to emergency response requirements?

All apparatus will not made continuously available to ensure that we can meet emergency response needs. Vehicle testing will be done one at a time.

7 Do any of the listed apparatus incorporate CAFS or specialised foam systems requiring testing under this requirement?

CAFS testing is not required.

8 Will any calibrated testing equipment be provided by the Government, or is the contractor expected to furnish all calibrated test equipment?

The contractor is expected to furnish all equipment.

9 Are there any restrictions on working hours or weekend work during the testing period?

Working Hours/Days will be from 0700-1700 Monday - Saturday if

There are several references in the Performance Work Statement for contamination check and lubrication by manufacturer spec. Does this involve removing/replacing/adding anything to these trucks or is it all visual inspections. What exactly are you asking for?

PWS - 8.4.1, 8.4.3, 8.5.1,

8.5.5, 8.6.41, 8.7.2, 8.9.3, 8.9.4, 8.10.2, 8.11.3, 8.11.4, 8.12.10.1.1, 8.15.1.1, 8.15.2.2, 8.15.3, 8.16.5... & more

8.4.1: Inspect in accordance with listed NFPA.

8.4.3: Do not conduct servicing just inspect items.

8.5.1: Inspect coolant but do not add any.

8.5.5: Conduct Pressure Test.

8.6.4: Follow PWS in accordance with the NFPA.

8.7.2: Do not repair any items. Conduct inspections and work for this work in accordance with PWS section 8.9.3: Inspect items in this section and document findings. DO NOT conduct repairs.

8.9.4: Do not conduct servicing just inspect items and document findings.

8.10.2: Perform inspection and diagnostic check 8.11.3: Do not conduct servicing just inspect items and document findings 8.11.4: Do not Perform 8.12.10.1.1: Follow PWS in accordance with the NFPA 8.15.1.1: : Follow PWS in accordance with the NFPA 8.15.2.2: Follow PWS in accordance with the NFPA 8.16.5.5: Follow PWS in accordance with the NFPA

11 Is the Contractor replacing items or not? PWS - 10.2.3 No the Contranctor will not replace any items.

12 Is GFCI testing required? Yes in accordance with the PWS section 25.5

13 19.2.3 states it has to be certified scales, we don't have those. Is that acceptable?

PWS - 19.2.3 Must be done in accordance with the PWS

14 19.2.4 has an entire section. All we do is weigh the truck, then make sure it matches the axle weight by manufacturer. Is this acceptable?

PWS - 19.2.4 Done in accordance with the PWS

15 We do not typically do this work. Is this required? PWS - 19.3.3 Yes.

16 We do not typically do this as part of visual inspections. Is this a requested service?

PWS - 19.5 Yes.

17 Cleaning batteries is a service. Do you want this service done? (This questions is in conjunction with RFI 10)

PWS - 20.3 Do not perform cleaning just follow the rest of the PWS guidance.

RFI LISTING - Apparatus Performance Testing

RFI # QUESTION/COMMENT

Referenced Solicitation

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GOV RESPONSE

RFI LISTING - Apparatus Performance Testing

18 Does this require additional testing requierments beyond a function check? PWS - 20.9 Testing wil be done in accordance with the referenced section.

19 Visual inspection is not pump testing. What are you requesting? PWS - 21.1 Yes visual inspection is not pump testing. All of PWS section 21 disctates what is required for pump testing (21.1- 21.8.7)

20 We do not work with the foam system. Can you elaborate on what is needed? Foam testing is not required as we do not use that system.

Could the Government please provide the make, model, year, VIN (or serial number if preferred), pump manufacturer/capacity, and aerial manufacturer/model (where applicable) for each apparatus included in the contract? This information will assist offerors in preparing accurate technical and pricing proposals.

Reference Attachment 6. Apparatus Performance Testing Vehicle Information.

RFI Listing