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Q&A

· The requirement specifies: 2-Stage Limited Free Lift Mast, Class IV, 133” Max Lift Height, 108” Lowered Height.Would a Hyster H155FT with a 2-stage mast at 133.9” max lift height and ~108” lowered height be considered acceptable?

· That is not acceptable. Only provide was the requirement states.

· Is this requirement limited to a mast replacement on an existing Air Force unit, or would a complete forklift replacement that meets the specifications also be acceptable?

· This requirement is limited to a mast removal and replacement only on an existing Air Force unit.

· Please confirm whether delivery should be made to 425 Eastman St., Robins AFB, GA 31098, or another designated location.

· No delivery will be required. The government will bring the asset to the contractor to have the work completed there. The government will pick up the asset once the repair/replacement work is completed.

· Will unloading equipment be available at the base, or should the contractor plan to provide unloading capability?

· The contractor does not have to come to the base. The asset will be brought to the contractor’s location for repair/replacement.

· What is the formal acceptance process (inspection, DD250, transportation office sign-off)?

· The inspection and acceptance process will take place at the contractor’s location by government personnel. This is to insure the repair/replacement is completed per the contract.

Contract & Payment Terms

· Please confirm this is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) procurement.

· This is a Firm Fixed Price procurement

· Are Net 30 terms via WAWF/iRAPT the standard payment method?

· Payment will be made through our Finance Office. Invoice must be submitted to government POCs for payment.

· Will a commercial invoice plus DD250 be sufficient documentation for WAWF submission?

· A commercial invoice is all that is needed for payment documentation. No DD250 is required.

Evaluation & Proposal Submission

· Will award be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) or a best-value tradeoff considering delivery time and past performance?

· Contract award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable guidance. This means the award winner must be actively registered in SAM.gov, be a small business per the listed NAICS, respond correctly to the solicitation, and have the lowest price. If the lowest priced quote does not meet all the award criteria above, then the government will move to the next lowest priced contractor.

· Is there a preference for new vs. used equipment, provided specifications are met?

· Finally, could you please confirm how you would like proposals submitted (via PIEE/SAM portal upload, direct email, or another method)?

· Quotes should be submitted via email to the POCs listed within the solicitation in SAM.gov.

· What is the carriage width?

· 6.84 ft in.

· Are the forks pin type or hang-on?

· Pin Type

· What is the fork length?

· 8 ft.

· How many auxiliary functions does the lift have (for internal hose routing)?

· Lift

· Tilt

· Left/Right Slide

· Fork Width Adjustment

· In addition, could you please confirm if a site visit is possible, or alternatively, if you could provide photos of the lift?

· A site visit is not feasible, and photos will not be provided to any potential contractors.