FA8604-22-R-B006 Travis RFP questions 15 Jun 22.docx

FA8604-22-R-B006

Travis AFB, California Questions/Answers 15 June 2022

1. Para 3.3.1.8 Structural Requirements – Are certified PE Stamped drawings required or just the material be certified by a PE?

Answer: Certified PE Stamped drawings of the system are required. Paragraph 3.3.1.8 will be modified in the Cover PD as REV 1.

2. Para 3.3.7 Data Plates – data plates are required under this paragraph but the contract itself also lists DFARS 252.211-7003 for IUIV labels for anything over $5,000. Are both required or is one or the other sufficient?

Answer: Both Name Plates (3.3.7) and IUID labels (DFARS) are required for this contract.

3. Para 1.2 Definitions – Please clarify if the definition of wide span unit is a typo. The sentence ends in “the solid steel decking between the beams” but 3.2.6 calls for wire decking to be installed.

Answer: Within this contract, 3.2.6 is correct for calling out wire mesh decking. Solid steel decking will not be used. Paragraph 1.2 will be modified in Appendix A as part of REV 1.

4. Para 3.2.3 – Shelf Beams – paragraph calls for 2x4 capacity labels but also requires every shelf beam be labeled with manufacturer, part # and capacity. Is 1 2x4 label with all required information acceptable or are both labels required separately?

Answer: One 2”x4” label is required for each & every shelf beam and upright. Each label shall include Manufacturer, Part #, and Capacity.

5. No para – There does not appear to be any row spacers required for the wide span shelving, please confirm.

Answer: Row Spacers are required. Paragraph 3.2.8 is being added to Appendix A as REV 1.

3.2.8. Row Spacers (REV1)

Row spacers shall be capable of joining the backs of two upright frame sections together to form a double row arrangement. The row spacers shall provide a minimum 6 inch flue space when storage locations are back-to-back. Each end shall firmly and securely attach to the column and prevent unintentional disengagement. The row spacer shall be of sufficient size and strength to withstand all forces applied to the connected upright frames during normal loading and unloading operations without deformation or failure. The Contractor shall supply and install a minimum of 3 row spacers for each set of back-to-back frames. The top row spacer shall be installed within 24 inches of the top of the frame. The bottom row spacer shall be installed within 24 inches of the bottom of the frame.

6. Para 3.2.5 – Face Panels - Are low or high pressure panels acceptable in place of metal panels?

Answer: Low or High pressure panels are not acceptable. Metal panels are required.

7. No Para – Dimensions – The mobile aisle does not have any dimensions shown on the drawing or given in the appendix. What should the aisle widths be, 4’?

Answer: Additional language has been added to Paragraph 3.1 of Appendix C as REV 1.

*Drawing depicts two 4’ wide aisle openings, which are what shall be provided.

*Layout Dimensions from Drawing BTR011-01: 29’10” L x 18’3” W (contractor shall provide dimensions within +/- 3 inches of length and width)

8. Is the overhead door shown also a dock? If not is there a ramp available to unload or is a ground drop required?

Answer: No ramp, ground drop required.

9. Is there space near the overhead door shown on the drawing for a dumpster? If not how far away would it need to be located from the overhead door?

Answer: There is space for a dumpster near the overhead door.

10. Will the area be free and clear for installation?

Answer: Once we reach the Beneficial Occupancy Date (BOD) of the new building, the area will be clear.