Questions_and_answers__4-_Pre-solicitation_Conference.doc

Questions and Answers #4 These answers are preliminary. These answers are subject to change as changes are made to the strategy.

PRE-SOLICITATION – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:

Question #1: Per the Draft RFP Posted August 11, 2014, in the DRFP “List of Attachments” a document called “Parts Usage Data” is listed as Appendix L. Question: When will this document be available? Will parts usage data be provided for each AC model? How many years of usage data will it include?

Answer: Appendix L is spare parts usage data. There is two years of data provided.

Questions #2: Appendix B – GFP&GFE Listing section named “GFP Supplement”, pages 1-5, has no quantities for GFP listed items. Question: Can the quantities for each be added to this section of Appendix B?

Answer: Quantities have been added.

Questions #3: Appendix A- PWS Paragraph 1.1.4 Engine Pre-heaters states that the T-41 and T-51 will require pre-heaters when weather is below 40 degrees F. Question: Are engine pre-heaters USAF provided GF Support Equipment?

Answer: The para you are referencing is 1.14. Preheaters are installed on aircraft and according to the PWS paragraph; “the Contractor shall plug-in electric engine pre-heaters on the T-41 and T-51 aircraft IAW OEM maintenance manuals.”

Questions #4: Appendix A- PWS Paragraph 1.1 Description of Services states “98 FTS aircraft are currently located at Peterson Air Force Base (AFB) but are simultaneously operated and maintained at Peterson AFB and the USAFA.” This is in conflict with Table 1-1 – Types of Aircraft which lists only 58 aircraft. Recommendation: Correct number of aircraft in Paragraph 1.1 in final RFP.

Answer: The para you are referencing is PWS para 1.0. The total number and types of aircraft listed in Table 1.1 is correct. The description of services is to describe the places of performance the Contractor will have to work to accomplish the mission in accordance with the PWS.

Questions #5: Per Appendix F Pricing Matrix, CLIN X0006 is for Flying Hour. Question: Is this CLIN for Flying Hour associated with parts and supply replenishment, or does it include the maintenance hours for repair as well? Can the government provide a clear definition of the CLIN?

Answer: CLIN X006 (Flying Hours) is for parts and materials only to maintain the flying mission. Maintenance labor is paid for under CLIN X002 (Aircraft Support Services).

Questions #6: Per 3.2.2. Volume Organization: “the Technical Volume shall be organized according to the outline provided in Table 1.” Question: On which page of the RFP can “Table 1” be found? Besides sequencing and content, does this Table include mandatory paragraph numbering designations be adhered to as well?

Answer: Table has been corrected to state Table 2.2.

Questions #7: Ref: ITO Section L Table 2.2 and page 13, paragraph 5.0 of Section L (ITO) which conflict with the respect to the numbering of the Volume for Factor 3 PRICE. Question: Is the Price volume to be Volume III or Volume IV?

Answer: The Price Volume is Volume III.

Questions #8: Ref: ITO Section L Table 2.2 – Past Performance Factor 2. Question: Is the entire Past Performance Volume submitted within the AF Past Performance Tool? Does the tool include a block of space for ITO Paragraph 4.3 “Relevant Contract Narrative” (5 pg limit per citation) or is this a printed narrative section to be submitted outside the tool?

Answer: See PPI tool directions. A printed volume is required after inputting information into the PPI tool. See Note 3 of Para 4.3.1 of Appendix D.

Questions #9: Can the Government provide engine status and cycles for each model A/C for all bidders?

Answer: An Appendix will be added to the RFP with the engine status and cycles for those aircraft requiring cycle inspections.

Questions #10: Is MTBF information included in the forthcoming Appendix L: Parts Usage Data?

Answer: This data will not be provided as part of the Parts Usage Data.

Questions #11: Is a list of Mission Critical Equipment available for all bidders?

Answer: Mission Essential Lists (MESL) is available on line for each aircraft assigned.

Questions #12: Can historical information on ground and air abort rates be provided to all bidders?

Answer: Since 2008, ground/abort rates for all platforms have been below 1% for total sorties flown.