Attachment 10 - Questions and Answers.pdf
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- Repair Fire Hydrants
- Solicitation number
- FA480326B0005
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This document is a Solicitation Questions and Answers memorandum from the 20th Contracting Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base for solicitation FA480326B0005. The document addresses technical details for a hydrant and piping replacement project, providing clarifications on multiple aspects of the potential contract. Key details include an estimated construction start 30-45 days after award, a laydown yard to be provided, permission to convert ductile pipe to C900, and confirmation that bid submissions require only a completed Bid Schedule, signed offer/solicitation, and applicable representations and certifications. The government will require a 100% bid guarantee and will handle line isolation for hydrant replacements, with 20 CES needing a minimum of 3 weeks advance notice for test outages.
The document specifies that the estimated piping/valve depth is 3-5 feet, with potential differing site conditions to be reviewed by the government. Demolition materials, including hydrants and piping, will become the contractor's property. Mueller brand hydrants and valves are acceptable, with a preference for left-turn open valves. Weekend or federal holiday work will be discussed and approved on an as-needed basis. Potential bidders are directed to contact the Contracting Specialist, SrA Tariq Ellis, or the Contracting Officer, SSgt Braulio Ramirez, for any concerns.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
20TH FIGHTER WING (ACC)
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE SOUTH CAROLINA
VICTORY BY VALOR
8 January 2026
MEMORANDUM FOR SOLICITATION FA480326B0005
FROM: 20th Contracting Squadron/PKB
321 Cullen Street, Building 216 Shaw Air Force Base, SC 29150
SUBJECT: Solicitation Questions and Answers
1. What is the estimated depth of the piping/valves?
a. 3-5 feet
2. If the depth is greater than the depth provided in item 1, will that be considered a found condition
a. The government will review differing site conditions after receiving a notice.
3. Are the existing isolation valves hung on hydrant “T’s” or are the line valves?
a. Expect in line valves, but we have some that are hung on hydrant.
4. Will the government be responsible for isolating the lines prior to each replacement for the hydrants without existing isolation valves?
a. Yes, 20 CES will need a schedule, and a minimum of 3 weeks advance notice to perform test outages.
5. Do any of the areas require special scheduling, after hours or weekend work?
a. If any work is required to be completed on weekends or federal holidays, this will be discussed on an “as needed basis” and approved by both CE and CONS.
6. Does all of the demo material, hydrants, piping etc become the property of the contractor?
a. Yes, the government does not want any materials returned.
7. Will Mueller brand hydrants and valves be acceptable?
a. Yes, Mueller is fine, the government would like to have a left turn open on whichever brand is installed.
DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
20TH FIGHTER WING (ACC)
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE SOUTH CAROLINA
VICTORY BY VALOR
8. When is the estimated start of construction anticipated?
a. 30-45 days after award
9. Will a laydown yard for us to use be provided?
a. Yes, a laydown yard can be provided.
10. Can we convert the ductile pipe over to C900?
a. Yes
11. Please confirm that the only items required at bid submission are:
• A completed Bid Schedule
• A signed offer/solicitation for
• Applicable representations and certifications (via SAM.gov or solicitation forms) including acknowledgement of any amendments
b. This is correct. Additionally for further clarification, Attachment 6 is a post award compliance
12. What is the percentage amount for the bid guarantee?
a. The percentage amount for the bid guarantee is 100%.
13. All other information as stated in the Solicitation remains unchanged.
14. Note: Please ensure you include acknowledgement of this and all amendments in your proposal. Failure to do so may result in your proposal being found nonresponsive.
15. Please direct all concerns to the Contracting Specialist, SrA Tariq Ellis at tariq.ellis@us.af.mil and the Contracting Officer, SSgt Braulio Ramirez at braulio.ramirez_galvan@us.af.mil.
mailto:tariq.ellis@us.af.mil mailto:braulio.ramirez_galvan@us.af.mil
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