FedBizOpps_Responses_to_RFI_-_Solicitation_FA466417Q0003.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

FA466417Q0003

Reference: PWS 1.2.3 The government will give the contractor sufficient notice prior to the required start time for all requested services identified in paragraph 1.2.5.1 thru 1.2.5.10. For services WS-1B, WS-2B, WS-3B, WS-4B, and FS-4A, the government will notify the contractor a minimum of 12 hours before the expected start time. PWS 3.3.6 Aircraft Wash Coordination, Cancellations, and Delays. The Plans and Scheduling Section (P&S) in building 356, extension 655-5637 will coordinate the Aircraft Wash Schedule with the contractor. Should there be a need to cancel, or delay the start of a scheduled wash, P&S, the respective AMXS Production Supervisor/COR will notify the contractor. The contractor will be notified of cancellations or delays 12 hours prior to the scheduled wash.

Question 1) Will the government please clarify if they cancel a wash WS-1B or WS-2B after the 12 hour prior notification is the contractor entitled to payment for a cancelled wash?

Response 1) The aircraft wash schedule is on the Weekly/Monthly Calendar provided by PS&D and/or the COR. If the wash schedule changes, it will require at least a 12 hour notice to the contractor. In the event there is a cancellation or rescheduled wash within 12 hours prior to the scheduled wash, the contractor will be notified at least 12 hours prior to the new scheduled date/time for the wash. The Contractor is not entitled to payment for services not performed.

Question 2) If the wash is delayed by government controlled assets, example water, aircraft system malfunction, or weather delays is there unproductive time available to cover labor costs due to the delays?

Response 2) Any unforeseen delays with equipment malfunctions and weather delays will require the contractor to stop work as required until able to start again. This is a firm-fixed priced contract, and no unproductive labor costs will be paid.

Reference: PWS 1.2.4.2 C-17 POST WASH RESTORATION NOTE: When aircraft are placed in Home Station Check (HSC)/REFURB directly following wash the government will be responsible for replacing/reinstalling any equipment, panels or doors after the inspection is completed.

Question 3) Is the contractor required to pull and clean panels related to the HSC/Refurb at the start of the wash?

Response 3) There are a few access panels that require removal and doors placed in the correct position during the wash preparation by the contractor. If the wash occurs prior to a Government refurb inspection, the Government will reinstall all doors and access panels after inspection.

When interior cargo rails are required to be removed for a wash prior to refurb, the Government will remove prior to wash and reinstall after inspection. (See PWS paragraph 1.2.5.1.3, Note 1).

During a wash prior to refurb, an Underfloor Cleaning (PWS paragraph 1.2.5.8) is required in addition to the aircraft wash. The Government will reinstall the batting material in the underfloor after inspection. Aircraft Wash Prep and Interior/Exterior Cleaning will be accomplished in accordance with T.O. 1C-17A-2-12JG-10-1.

Reference: PWS 4.13.2.1 All tools, wash tape, and equipment necessary to perform all services.

Question 4) Will the government confirm the required wash pad used for both C-17 & KC-135 aircraft is the 3M NSN: 7920-01-548-7887?

Response 4) There are three (3) required cleaning brushes for both C-17 and KC-135 aircraft.

Cleaning Brush MIL-B-23958, Bristle Brush PN 1127-0002, and Brush, Fiber Rotary PN 40B848-86. Cleaning Pad 3M NSN: 7920-01-548-7887 is acceptable for the exterior washes of both aircraft. See also 3M Co. Kit, Aircraft Cleaning PN 251M.

Question 5) Will the government confirm the soap approved for use on both aircraft is MIL-C- 87937 Type 4 NSN: 6850-01-429-2368?

Response 5) For C-17 aircraft, the General Purpose Cleaning Solution MIL-C-87937 Type I and Type III are the required cleaning solutions. Different type required on different areas of the exterior of the aircraft. For KC-135 aircraft, the General Purpose Cleaning Solution MIL-PRF- 87937 Type I or IV, or MIL-PRF-85570 Type I or II are required.

Question 6) Does the government provide any MIL SPEC grease or oil?

Response 6) MIL SPEC: C-17 Aircraft require grease MIL-G-81322, CPC PN Super Corr A (MIL-PRF-81309) Type III, CPC PN LPS-2 (MIL-PRF-81309) Type II, CPC PN Cor-Ban 35 (or MIL-DTL-85054), and Grease Royco 11MS. KC-135 Aircraft require MIL-PRF-81322, MIL- PRF-23827 Type I, MIL-PRF-32014 (if not available use 81322), MIL-PRF-32033, UTF CPC MIL-PRF-81309 Type II or MIL-PRF-16173, or BMS3-23, and MIL-C-11796 Grade 3. The Contractor provides the grease and oil required to perform the services.

Reference: PWS APPENDIX 1 The contractor will be required to establish and maintain a Technical Order Library as a Technical Order Distribution Account (TODA) pertaining to the services provided by this contract in accordance with Air Force Technical Order (TO) 00-5-1.

Question 7) Are the Technical Orders in a digital format? Does the contractor have access to portable PDA’s for use at the wash facilities?

Response 7) The Technical Orders are in a digital format. PDAs or equivalent are available for checkout at the corresponding aircraft Support CTK/Tool Rooms.

Reference: PWS 1.2.5.2 KC-135 Aircraft Wash 1.2.5.2.2 Maximum Allowable time: 8 Consecutive Hours The Contractor shall perform the following steps after the wash has been inspected by a qualified COR: Remove all tape, plugs and wheel covers from aircraft. Remove stands and all support equipment from around aircraft. Account and annotate for all equipment to include used scrub pads.

Question 8) Will the government confirm a COR will be available to inspect the completed wash within the 8 hours allotted the contractor?

Response 8) The contractor will notify the Government when they are ready for an after-wash inspection. The COR or a Government Representative will be available to inspect the completed wash upon completion.

Reference: PWS APPENDIX 3 GFE 1. Support Equipment

Question 9) Does the government deliver the required AGE and fire bottle to the designated wash areas 1 & 2 and the Hangar 2312 Wash Rack?

Response 9) There will always be a fire bottle at the aircraft provided by the Government. The contractor is responsible for movement of required AGE at the Wash Racks.

Reference: PWS 4.2.4.5.1.2 Information Technology (IT) Level and Investigation Required.

Contractor personnel shall possess a (National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) for IT Level III. Contractor personnel without a current investigation shall follow the procedures in PWS paragraph 8.6.

Question 10) Will the government provide clarification for reference PWS paragraph 8.6? It is not listed in the current PWS?

Response 10) The PWS has been corrected to reference the correct paragraph 4.2.4.6 Background Investigation Requirements.

Question 11) The solicitation does not provide a Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (FAR 52.22-42) as is generally required for Service Contracts. Having participated in similar acquisitions for similar services, the classification of “Aircraft Servicer” appears to be the most commonly stated.

Response 11) The solicitation has been modified to incorporate FAR 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires.

Reference: PWS 1.2.5.1.3 (C-17 Aircraft Wash) Required Tasks states, “The Aircraft Wash will include the following: a Major Interior Cleaning, Wash Preparation, Post Wash Lubrication and Post Wash Restoration.” It further states that, “During refurbishment washes, the ADS rails will require removal for cleaning and an Underfloor Cleaning service will be required.”

Question 12) Please confirm whether following a “Refurb” C-17 wash, the contractor would invoice for 1 each; C-17 Aircraft Wash (CLIN X001, C-17 Major Interior (CLIN X006), & C-17 Complete Underfloor Cleaning (CLIN X008).

Response 12) During an Aircraft Wash prior to a government "Refurb" inspection the contractor will bill for an Aircraft Wash (CLIN X001) and a C-17 Complete Underfloor Cleaning (CLIN X008). The Major Interior Cleaning is included in the C-17 Aircraft Wash, see PWS paragraph

1.2.5.1.3. During the "Refurb" wash, the cargo floor rails will need to be removed prior to wash for cleaning underneath and reinstalled after wash. The Government will remove and reinstall the cargo rails, see PWS paragraph 1.2.5.1.3, Note 1. In addition, during a "Refurb" wash and Underfloor Cleaning, the Government will reinstall the batting material (insulation blankets) in the underfloor after the inspection. See PWS paragraph 1.2.5.8.3, Note 2.