Questions and Answers - 82 TRSS-Parade Field DV Stand Sound System.docx

1. Are existing poles or mounting locations available for all 10 exterior speakers, or is the contractor responsible for providing new poles/mounting structures?

0. Existing poles or mounting locations are not available for all 10 exterior speakers. Two poles are currently installed on the parade field.

1. Is existing conduit available between the equipment/control location and the proposed speaker locations?

1. No conduits exist between the equipment/control location and the proposed speaker locations.

1. Is adequate AC electrical service currently available at the primary equipment/control location?

2. An existing window A/C unit is available in the primary equipment/control location. We tested the A/C unit for 30 minutes, and the room temperature was noticeably lower than outside temperatures.

1. Is trenching or installation of underground conduit anticipated as part of this requirement?

3. We expect underground conduits will be needed to reach all sides of the parade field.

1. Can the Government provide approximate cable distances from the control/equipment location to each of the 10 speaker locations?

4. The approximate cable distance needed will be ~4,200 ft. See the attached file for the distance to each speaker.

1. Is there existing sound equipment that must be removed, and if so, is the contractor responsible for removal and/or disposal?

5. The contractor will need to remove and dispose of the existing sound equipment.

1. Will lifts or other elevated-access equipment be necessary to install the exterior speakers?

6. Lifts and/or elevated access equipment will be needed for speaker and pole installation.

1. Is there a required minimum SPL or other measurable audio-performance requirement at the farthest audience/listening locations?

7. Based on the recommended SPL for a typical parade field, we will need the audio performance to reach between 80 and 100 decibels, with 90 being the optimal range for speaker clarity.

1. Is the contractor expected to provide any electrical permitting, structural engineering, or licensed electrical work as part of the installation?

8. The contractor would be expected to provide electrical permitting, structural engineering, or licensed electrical work if CE is not available.

1. Is a site drawing or diagram available showing the proposed speaker locations, equipment/control location, podium/stage location, and existing conduit or infrastructure?

9. See attached DV Stand Speaker Location document.

1. Was attendance at the September 16 site visit mandatory for quote eligibility, or may an otherwise qualified small business that did not attend submit a quote?

10. Attendance to the site visit was not mandatory.

1. Will the Government provide the site-visit questions, answers, photographs or measurements to all prospective offerors?

a. Yes,they will be included in the Solicitation on SAM.gov.

1. Does the SBA Nonmanufacturer Rule apply to the supply portion of this requirement? If so, has SBA issued a class or individual waiver covering the required audio equipment?

a. No

1. Must every major audio component qualify as a domestic end product under DFARS 252.225-7001, or are qualifying-country products acceptable?

a. DFARS 252.225-7001 is included in the Provisions and Clauses document and applies to this requirement.

1. Please confirm the required quote package, including whether the Government requires:

a) A completed pricing schedule: A break out of all applicable costs associated with the quote is required.

b) Manufacturer names and model numbers: Yes

c) Product data sheets: Yes

d) An installation or system-design narrative: Yes (We need enough information to evaluate and determine technical acceptance Delivery and installation schedule: Yes

e) Past-performance references: Not required

f) Country-of-origin information: Yes

g) Written acceptance of all solicitation terms: Refer to the Solicitation and Combo form for instructions on submittal

1. Please confirm the required completion or delivery period following award.

a. 60 Days

1. DOES THE EQUIPMENT NEED TO BE TAA COMPLIANT OR IS STANDARD PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE?

a. No, TAA does not apply currently.

1. WILL A DIG PERMIT BE REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT?

a. Yes

1. WOULD THE CUSTOMER LIKE THE REMOVED EQUIPMENT(SPEAKERS) STORED ON BASE OR DISPOSED OF?

a. The contractor will need to remove and dispose of the existing sound equipment.

1. IS IT ACCEPTABLE FOR US TO PROPOSE A SECOND WIRLESS MICROPHONE BASED ON THE FACT THAT AT TIMES; THERE WILL BE TWO PEOPLE SPEAKING?

a. Yes.

1. IS DIRECT BURIAL ACCEPTABLE FOR THE AUDIO CABLE?

a. Yes

1. WE WOULD LIKE TO PROVIDE 2 OPTIONS. 1) BASED ON CUSTOMER DESIGN 2) SUGGESTED DESIGN TO SAVE FUNDS/PROVIDE BETTER SOUND.

a. This is acceptable.