7a. Q&A – Solicitation FA568225Q8021 - 31 LRS Stackable Containers - Rev1.pdf
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for Solicitation FA568225Q8021 for 31 LRS Stackable Containers, issued by the Department of the Air Force United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa. The Q&A addresses key technical specifications for stackable containers, specifically detailing load capacity and stacking requirements. Contractors are informed that single containers have a maximum load capacity of 400 kg, with specific stacking configurations permitted: either one additional 400 kg container can be stacked on top of a base container, or two additional 200 kg containers can be stacked, maintaining a total combined weight of 800 kg. The document also clarifies that goods shipped directly to U.S. military bases in Europe are typically exempt from European duties and taxes, with customs formalities to be handled at Aviano Air Base.
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Solicitation FA568225Q8021 - 31 LRS Stackable Containers
Question and Answers
Q: We seek clarification regarding the importation of items from outside Europe. If the contractor sources the goods internationally, will an exemption letter for duties and taxes be provided, or should we include all applicable European duties and taxes in our quotation?
R: If the goods are shipped and invoiced directly to a U.S. military base in Europe, they are typically exempt from European duties and taxes. We will provide the names of the individuals responsible for handling customs formalities at Aviano AB, upon order confirmation and/or in due course to ensure a smooth process.
Q: Could you kindly advise on the Maximum loading capacity in kg?
R: The max loading capacity is 400 Kg.
Q: What is the Load requirements or cargo weight handled by each container and stacking situation?
R: 400 Kg.** is the max weight. Containers shall be stackable in layers under static load conditions.
Q: Does the end user need to stack the containers? If so, what height should they be stacked?
R: Yes, we do require to stack them. We only stack at max 3 containers high.
** Single container load capacity is 400 Kg.
When containers are stacked, only the following options are permissible:
1. Two Containers stacking: it is possible to stack one additional container on top of the base one, with a weight of 400 Kg. (tot. 2 CNT’s= 800 Kg).
2. Three Containers stacking: Alternatively, it is possible to stack other two containers, on top of the 400 Kg. base one, each weighing 200 Kg (tot. 3 CNT’s= 800 Kg).
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