FDA-20-RFQ-1229406 - Amendment 1 - Soliciation Q and A.pdf
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This document contains questions and answers regarding Solicitation Number FDA-20-RFQ-1229406 for nitrogen and argon gas services for the FDA's Kansas Laboratory. The solicitation seeks a microbulk liquid nitrogen and liquid argon system to support laboratory functions. Key details include that this is a new requirement to provide tanks for the laboratory, with the incumbent currently providing cylinder services under a separate contract. Site visits are permitted with proper COVID-19 precautions, and the contact for arranging a visit is the Contract Specialist. Pricing must include all installation and removal costs for the new bulk and microbulk tanks. Proposals are due by June 15, 2020, and the winning bidder must have the tanks installed within 30 days of award. Portable tanks will not be permitted as a substitute for the permanent tanks during installation.
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FDA-20-RFQ-1229406
Amendment 1 – Solicitation Questions and Responses
1. What is the current Contract Number for this work?
This is a new requirement for tanks for this laboratory, however, current cylinder services are provided under contract number HHSF223201710026I.
2. What vendor is currently providing this service?
This is a new requirement for tanks for this laboratory, however, current gas cylinder services are provided by Royal Gas Services.
3. Are there provisions for a site visit, or given the COVID 19 restrictions, could we please get a picture of the 3,000 Gal Tank & the Microbulk tank as well?
Currently they are taking temperatures prior to entering the facility and required to wear masks.
4. Who is the site contact? It states we have access to the existing site to conduct a survey.
Please submit your request to the Contract Specialist, Robin Goon to arrange the site visit.
5. Is this a new requirement? If not who is the incumbent?
This is a new requirement for tanks for this laboratory, however, current cylinder services are provided under contract number HHSF223201710026I.
6. Do you need pricing to include all installation and removal cost (End of Contract) of the new Bulk and Micro Bulk tanks?
Yes.
7. Is it possible to have an extension of 2 weeks?
At this time, the deadline for quotes is not extended. Please submit quotes by Jun 15, 2020 12:00 pm EDT.
8. The documents state that once a bid is awarded, the winning company must have tanks on site within 30 days. If tanks are not readily available, would it be possible to place portables on-site until the permanent tanks arrive?
No, as stated in the solicitation requirements, installation of the tanks shall be completed within 30 days of award and offerors must demonstrate capability to meet this requirement.
9. Would you consider adding a line item for Certificate of Analysis?
As stated in the solicitation, each delivery of liquid product shall include a certificate of analysis (COA), and the firm fixed-price proposed shall be inclusive of all costs associated with meeting all the requirements.
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