Answers to questions - Manikins Travel Hard Cases.pdf

Solicitation: FA301621U0107

Manikins Travel Hard Cases

Questions and Responses

4 June 2021

1. TITLE: Response to Questions to solicitation Fa301621U0107 –Manikins Travel Hard

Cases. All changes due to question and answers listed below will be updated on appropriate documents and posted with questions and answers.

1. Contractor Question:

Under “Description column” Dimensions must be 54H x 15L x 14W.

a) Are these the inner (ID) or outer (OD) dimensions?

b) Question. Is there any acceptable engineering deviations or tolerances?

c) There is existing tooling for a similar plastic case with dimensions: 54” x 16” x

13” (Inner Dimension) Is this acceptable or can this be an approved deviation

Government Response: This is the outer dimensions which include the wheels. Inner

48”X14.5”x13” this included the padding

2. Contractor Question:

Constructed of hard shell plastic waterproof material.

Question.

We manufacture various types of cases out of plastic or wood. Our case can be made to be “water tight or resistant” by use of caulking at the seams. Panels would be a plastic corrugate to be lighter in weight, held together by zinc plated hard ware (handles, corners, etc.). Will water tight or resistant suffice?

Government Response: Super Strong Cover must be constructed of a hard ABS shell exterior and a padded foam interior for maximum protection; Can NOT exceed

15.7 lbs for portability when full to travel up and down stairs as we have no elevators.

3. Contractor Question:

Must have a heavy duty zipper to secure and safeguard the contents.

Question.

a) I didn’t see a “bag” mentioned in the RFQ is there any detail on this part or item of the overall RFQ? Is the bag mentioned just for accessories? If so we can construct or add that into design of the exterior case.

b) Question. Is there any further detail as to how or where the zipper is located and used?

c) Question. If we install two Velcro straps to hold the mannequin will that suffice.

Government Response: : TourTrek Premium Hardcase Travel Cover available at Dick’s

Sporting Goods

This has been tested and proven effective with no fault or injuries.

Web ID:17IAFUHRDCSTRVLCVTRV

SKU: 18010711

Lockable, full wrap-around zipper for easy loading and unloading;

Super strong ABS shell provides maximum protection and durability

4 swivel wheels allow golf bag to glide effortlessly in the vertical position

2 inline wheels provide smooth rolling when pulling behind you

Internal compression straps to hold items securely

Padded foam interior for better protection of equipment

Rigid spring handle for easy maneuverability on top and side

Dimensions: 15"L x 14"W x 54"H

Weight: 15.7 lbs.

b. No

c. No they must be 2 sets of buckles with adjustable straps

4. Contractor Question:

a) Can we get a drawing or spec (or complete photo of case contents) of the “Mannequin” to determine how it will load, to check dimensions, and address any needs based on responses from the Questions above regarding “zipper bag” if that in fact is for accessories. I don’t have one

b) Is there a first article inspection process after or before being awarded the bid? If so can you send me details? I can not answer this question

c) If awarded will or can an actual mannequin sent to us for fit, function test?

Government Response:

A No drawings available

b. Technical evaluation based on RFQ and specs submitted

c. No, I cannot send away the property

5. Contractor Question:

a) Question. Is there any other contents for the case? Just a mannequin. Are there any accessories?

b) Question. Is there a diagram or photo reference of the entire mannequin with some dimensions or measurements annotated?

Government Response:

a. Just the manikin, no

b. Yes a photo of it working in the tested property that was requested

6. Contractor Question:

Do the cases need to be boxed separately?

Government Response: Yes to protect the investment and prevent damage in shipping.

7. Contractor Question:

Do all 248 cases with or without boxes need to deliver at once? Or partial, per month deliveries?

Government Response: We would prefer all at once; but if it needs to be separated we can do 4 shipments of 62 each.

8. Contractor Question:

Do the cases need to be palletized?

Government Response: It does not matter

9. Contractor Question:

Are there any special considerations or needs such as lift gate needed to off load?

Is there a dock door at receiving?

A. No needed as we have our own lift gate to service up to an 18 wheelers, box truck preferred.

B. Yes Hours of operation M-F 0800-1500.

10. Contractor Question:

Are there any special access requirements for the freight carrier (driver) to drive on the installation? Ex. Be a U.S. Citizen for background check at the gate?

Yes a valid US driver license plus a visitors form

Access is through the Walter’s Gate of JBSA FSH and must stop by visitor’s center to receive pass.

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