CV-22 Ramp Consolidated RFIs FINAL 26 May 23.pdf

Questions Government Response Reference

Please provide the power Source for Lighting control panel at Pole 3 ?

Existing KA2AB base power will be utilized. The Contractor shall meet with JAF electrical engineer, COR to determine connection location, and receive written approval by KO before connecting to base power.

Please confirm KTR will be responsible for installing a new lighting control or switch panel? Yes, apron and stadium lighting switches will be separate

Please provide distance from each light pole. Approximate dimensions are included in Part II of the updated SOW for the Stadium Lighting project.

There is no mention of Performance and Payment Bonds within the solicitation document. Please advise if bonding is required to be provided by the successful Contractor, in accordance with FAR 52.228-15 Performance and Payment Bonds-Construction.

Performance and payment bonds are not required.

In accordance with the Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) between The United States of America and The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, restated and signed in 2021, please confirm if the works performed under the resultant contract will be considered exempt from Host Government taxes, duties, and license fees.

Any taxes, duties, and license fees that may result are the reponsibility of the contractor.

Voltage system feeding lighting poles need to be identified. The voltage system is 380V/50 Hz.

What is the distance between feeding panel board and the first lighting pole? Approximately 100 meters.

Please provide the reference standard for the new flood lighting system, and if the Contractor may consider the FAA Advisory Circular No. 150/5360- 13A and its reference for the apron flood light design.

The Contractor shall ensure FAA Advisory Circular No. 150/5360-13A compliance when when selecting suitable flood light for airfield apron. A diagram of aircraft parking configuration is also included in Part II of the updated SOW for assistance in design.

Para 1.2.5

We would like to request for 14 days extension to allow us to carefully review the requirements. Extended as prescribed in Sam.gov With reference to the discussion during the site visit, a time extension of 4-5 weeks for submission of the Contractor’s quotation, to allow the Government time to reply to the raised RFIs, which are necessary to provide an accurate price.

Extended as prescribed in Sam.gov

Please provide more informaion for SOW " 1.2.4. Contractor shall integrate the lighting controls into the ADB Safegate Reliance Standard Airfield Lighting Control System (ALCS) for KAIIAB to allow lights to operate in standard mode as well as NVG mode. "

NVG mode for apron stadium lights is not required. Para 1.2.4

Please clarify what are the modifications need for the existing light pole. Please refer to Para 1.2.2 for additonal info regarding the existing light pole. Para 1.2.1 Please confirm lighting pole cables will be directly buried and will have XLPE/SWA insulation? Please refer to Para 1.2.6 of the updated SOW for more info.

Please confirm the existing light pole shall use the same collar type bracket. The existing light pole can use the same collar type bracket, but functioning lights should only point towards the apron 180 degrees.

Please confirm that new light poles numbered 1, 3, 4, and 5 will each be installed with nine floodlights, and that the existing light pole numbered 2 will also be installed with nine floodlights, and that each of these lights will be equipped with an occupancy sensor and an on/off switch for control?

Each light pole shall be in compliance with FAA Advisory Circular No. 150/5360-13A for design of aircraft apron lighting. Each light will be equipped with a manual on/of switch.

Is local manufacturer for LCP (Lighting Control Panel) will be accepted? Yes.

For the connection of new floodlighting to the ALCMS, we need to supply and install a new communication control cable between the flood light control and the ALCMS panel located in the airfield ground lighting electrical substation. Accordingly, please provide the following:

1. More details for the intended cable route and the availability of existing infrastructure to host the new cables.

2. Clarification on the required ALCMS integration.

3. More information on the existing ALCMS (diagrams, photos, data sheets, etc.).

4. Specify the number of lighting fixture replacements needed for the existing pole.

5. Provide a layout drawing that indicates the approximate distance between the poles and the location of the power source.

To control the floodlighting, the bus modifying the CCR dedicated to the circuit for the stadium lighting shall already be modified for integration with the main ADB Safegate control panel in the ATC tower from the NVG Lights (JOR-22-008) project.

Para 1.2

Please clarify the above, as normally there is no NVG mode for flood lights. Furthermore, the proposed flood light noted under PART III of this document does not support infrared light for NVG, please provide additional clarification.

No NVG mode is required for the stadium lights project. Para 1.2.4

The LED flood light proposed under PART III of this document is ideal for mounting heights of up to 10m, while the requirements call for 15-meter-high stadium-style light poles. Please clarify how many flood lights per light pole does the client expect the Contractor to install, be it 9 or 12 lighting fixtures.

Each light pole shall be in compliance with FAA Advisory Circular No. 150/5360-13A for design of aircraft apron lighting.

Para 1.2.5

Please provide the as-built drawing for the Apron, with accurate dimensions and a general layout for the aircraft parking location, so that the Contractor may perform an accurate study and calculation of the required flood lighting units.

Approximate dimensions and a general layout for aircraft parking is provided in Part II of the updated SOW for this project.

Para 1.2.5

With reference to discussions held between the Contractor and the Government during the site visit conducted on 03-May 2023:

1. Please provide the layout drawings which show the locations for the new lighting poles, the distance between the poles to the taxiway, the final route for the cables, and the types and locations of the existing underground utilities.

2. Define the required modifications to the existing lighting pole.

3. Please confirm if the new lighting pole is to be connected to the existing DBA Safe gate airfield lighting system, or if they will be controlled through the local control switches and the photo cell.

1. The approximate locations and general dimensions of the apron are included in two separate maps in Part II of the udpated SOW for reference. 2. Please refer to Para 1.2.2 of the updated SOW for additonal information on requirements for the existing pole. 3. New lighting poles will each have a manual on/off switch per Para 1.2.1.1.1 of the updated SOW. The incorporation of bus chips to control the CCRs in the sub-stations will allow for control of all airfield circuits through the main ADB Safegate control system in the ATC tower.

Para 1.2.5

Questions Government Response Reference

Please provide the source power required for the submersible pump - is it 220V or 380V? Additionally, do you require a new control panel and new isolator for the pump's operation?

The source power to the pump is 380V and 50 Hz. A new control panel and isolator shall not be required unless a reasonable effort to re-use current control panel and isolator has been made and evidence submitted in writing to and approved by the KO and COR.

Please confirm, will be using the existing power cable for the submersible pump, or require a new cable to be installed? The existing power cable will be used to run the submersible pump.

We would like to request for 14 days extension to allow us to carefully review the requirements. Extended as prescribed in Sam.gov Please provide the existing details and specification of the submersible water pump. Duty and Standby. Additionally Please provide me with further details regarding the submersible pump? Specifically, about its horsepower, electrical power requirements, and whether it operates on a single-phase or three-phase power supply.

The current pump is 50 Horsepower. The power supplied to the pump is 380V and 50 Hz. The pump operates on three phase power.

Voltage system feeding pump need to be identified. The voltage system is 380V and 50 Hz.

MCC control panel detail is required (location and drawings) The MCC control panel is located in one of the sub-station buildings labeled in map attachment. Contractor shall coordinate with Jordanian Air Force electrical engineer and COR to gain access to building during initial site survey and follow-on work.

Please specify the size of the well casing. To be determined by contractor upon site inspection. The well casing shall not be replaced in this project.

Please provide the depth of the casing requirements. The well casing shall not be replaced.

Please provide the well area soil report. No soil report is required becase well casing shall not be removed.

Kindly confirm that replacement of valves required for this project. All valves currently above ground shall be re-used.

Kindly provide the new pump details such as required flow capacity, total Pump head, Types of the pump, etc. The new submersible pump must supply a minimum of 25 cubic meters per hour, 50 horsepower, and function on a three phase, 380V, 50 Hz power supply.

Kindly confirm plumbing work associated with this project only inside the well’s fence area. The fence area will be removed and all work required will be within the vicinity of the pump drill site.

Please provide the capacity of the well. The well flow rate is 25 cubic meters per hour. The capacity of the well is unknown.

Is Existing well pipe line consist of totalizer and water depth port? The totalizer is already installed and shall not be replaced. The water depth port existence shall be verified upon initial site survey and replaced only if non-functional.

Kindly provide acceptable water supply pipe material PVC is an acceptable material.

Please clarify the following:

1. If the submersible pump cable must also be replaced to match the new pump load size.

2. If the well pump control panel and well pump dry run protection must also be replaced.

3. If the well is equipped with a water level data logger, and if so, will the original be re-used or replaced.

1.) The new pump load should be equivalent to the existing pump, so no new pump cable should be utilized.

2.) The existing well pump control panel should be compatible with new pump. 3.) The water level data logger should only be replaced if current water level data logger is not functioning.

Para 1.2.4

With reference to the site visit conducted on 03 May 2023, please clarify / provide the following:

1. If the Contractor is required to replace the well casing, or to only replace the pump riser pipe.

2. The types of instrumentations / sensors that are required for the water well and its pump (i.e., water level sensor, pump dry run, etc.).

3. The drawings that indicate the location of the power supply panel that will feed the water well.

4. The specifications of the required submersible water pump.

1.) The pump riser pipe is required to be replaced, not the well casing. 2.) Current flow meter shall be used without replacement. Existing sensors shall be used if functioning and still compatible with new pump. Site survey shall be required to determine necessity and functionality of sensors prior to beginning repair. 3.) To be included on map attachment. 4.) Must match existing water pump (50 Horsepower, be able to produce 25 cubic meters per hour, and be compatible with existing provided electrical power supply)

The SOW states that “The Contractor shall (1) Replace the well casing, (2) replace the submersible pump and (3) perform a well flush and water quality test.” In lieu of item 1, please advise if the Government intends for the Contractor to only replace the submersible pump and its associated riser pipe (i.e., not the well casing). We would note that it is not standard practice to replace the well casing / jacket, given the difficult nature of the work involved in doing so. Well casing is not required to be replaced. The submersible pump and riser pipe shall be replaced.

To accurately quote this project, please provide the design drawing for the well, in order to clarify the following information regarding its construction:

drilling depth, casing materials and sizes, screens / perforated pipe sections, type and size of the existing pump, type and size of the existing pump riser pipe, flow of water (well production capacity).

The depth of the well is 245 meters. Casing materials do not need to be replaced. The well screen (at the end of the water pump) shall be replaced. The submersible pump is 50 horsepower capable of a flow rate of at least 25 cubic meters per hour and compatible with existing electrical supply (380V, 50 Hertz, and three phase power).

Question(s) Government Response Reference

Please confirm that there will be no cable connection used for the Taxiway Edge light (SOW 1.2.6.1)? All new Taxiway Edge Lights (133) shall be solar powered and not require cable connection.

Please confirm KTR will be responsible for installing the runway edge lights with a spacing of 60 meters, with an acceptable variance of plus or minus 6 meters?

All Taxiway Edge Lights shall be installed within 2 meters of existing taxiway edge lights being replaced as specified in area on attached map.

Please confirm Edge lights will be powered by solar energy with a battery backup, and will be remotely controlled? Taxiway Edge Lights shall be solar-powered, contain a battery backup power system, and be integrated into existing ADB Safegate system operated in the air traffic control tower on KA2AB.

Please confirm that all edge lights will be of the color blue? Yes, all Taxiway Edge Lights shall be blue in compliance with all Federal Aviation Association (FAA) color standards.

Please Edge lights shall be elevated or inset type mounted. Please verify. Refer to section 1.2.6.1 of Statement of Work.

Taxiway lights will be operated via solar system , please clarify. Yes, taxiway lights (133) shall be solar-powered.

Control system will be wireless, please clarify. Yes.

The existing lighting units will be replaced with new lights? Please clarify.

Existing non-NVG compatible taxiway lights (133) shall be replaced by solar-powered, NVG-compatible, wireless-controlled, backup battery-powered, blue taxiway lights. Please refer to material list and map with taxiway location for area taxiway lights will be replaced.

New control and monitoring system will be provided? Please clarify. The contractor shall integrate all the existing runway edge lights (77x) using Constant Current Regulator into existing ADB Safegate control system controlled at the air traffic control tower. All new taxiway lights (133x) shall also be integrated into existing ADB Safegate control system.

If the Contractor needs to consider in its proposal the supply and installation of a new ALCMS system and dismantling of the existing system. The existing ADB Safegate control system shall be used. No new ALCMS system is required.

The exact scope required for the ALCMS Modification. Please refer to the entirety of Para 1.2.4 in the updated SOW for more information.

The document requests the Contractor to supply edge lights for runway and taxiway, while the only lighting materials required to be supplied are the taxiway edge lights, per paragraph 1.2.6.1 Taxiway Edge Lights, F65404 A650, Blue Switch. Please advise if there any other lighting fixtures required to be installed on the runway.

No additional lighting fixtures are required to be installed on the runway, but a modification to the CCR in the airfield sub-station is required to enable switching between standard and NVG mode from the main panel in the ATC tower.

Para 1.2.3

“1.2.6.5. SP1590.03.491 PCB 1502: Bus Interface. Quantity 16 total.”

These PCB are for constant current regulators (CCRs are the power units feeding airfield ground lighting with a power supply). These PCB are used to modify the communication ALCMS control signal on the CCR from Digital I/O - Multi Wire (the existing signal) to JBus Communication Protocol (ADB Safegate exclusive ALCMS control signal).

Doing so requires the dismantling of the existing ALCMS, and the supply and installation of a completely new ALCMS. Accordingly, please clarify the following:

1. If the requirement is to supply and install a completely new ALCMS.

2. If in lieu of the above, the Contractor should omit the supply of this item and quote with the existing system NVG integration and upgrade.

3. If the Contractor may provide an alternative solution for a completely new system from another manufacturer.

1. Only existing ADB Safegate airfiled lighting control system will be utilized. 2. Please see Para 1.2, 1.2.2, 1.2.3, and 1.2.4 of the updated SOW for additional information. 3. Only the existing ADB Safegate airfield lighting control system and compatible parts shall be utilized for completion of this project.

Para 1.2.6.5

Please advise if the Contractor may provide a quotation for a complete new system in compliance with FAA AC 150/5345-56B - Specification for L-890 Airport Lighting Control and Monitoring System (ALCMS) with NVG Operation Mode for Airfield Ground Lighting Systems

Contractor shall integrate taxiway and runway edge lights in JOR-22-008 into current ADB Safegate ALCMS system for operation compatible in both standard and night vision goggle mode.

With regard to the materials to be supplied under paragraphs (1.2.6.1), (1.2.6.2), (1.2.6.3), (1.2.6.4) & (1.2.6.5), please advise if the Contractor may provide a quotation for alternative products, with the same specification and operation mode, and in compliance with the FAA recommendations.

The Contractor may provide a quote for alternative products for the taxiway lights (133x) provided they are compatible with the existing ADB Safegate system, can operate in NVG and standard mode, are solar-powered, wireless, have backup battery power capability and meet all FAA standards. The bus interfaces are required for CCR control for all airfield circuits and runway edge light (77x) control for NVG and standard mode.

We would like to request for 14 days extension to allow us to carefully review the requirements. Extended as prescribed in Sam.gov Please provide more information for SOW 1.2.6.4. Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System (ALCMS) Airfield Lighting Control & Monitoring System ALCMS Upgrade with Standard and Tactical Modes.

Please refer to the entirety of Para 1.2.4 in the updated SOW for more information.

Please provide more informaion for SOW 1.2.6.5. SP1590.03.491 PCB 1502: Bus Interface. Please refer to the entirety of Para 1.2.4 in the updated SOW for more information.

Please specify if there are any asphalt cut and repair works or duct bank at run way crossings needed. No runway cut and repair works are required for the NVG Lights (JOR-22-008) sub-project.

The document calls for the integration and upgrade of the existing ADB Safegate ALCMS. Accordingly, please provide and/or clarify the following:

1. Additional information regarding the existing system (e.g., diagram / specification).

2. If the Contractor needs to consider in its proposal the supply and installation of a new ALCMS system and dismantling of the existing system.

3. The exact scope required for the ALCMS Modification.

1. ADB Safegate Reliance Standard ALCS for KA2AB 2. Only the original ALCMS system installed by ADB Safegate on KA2AB is acceptable. 3. Please refer to photos in Part II of the updated SOW.

Further site visits can be coordinated with the JAF electrical engineer or COR if awarded the project.

Para 1.2

“Controller, P/N 83227 Handheld Controller, 4-kilometer range, 8 light groupings, Quantity 2 each.” It is stated that two units are to be supplied. Please advise if the Contractor needs to configure these units as: first unit = primary, and second unit = backup.

Yes, a primary and backup control unit is acceptable. Para 1.2.6.2

“RCE/2211 L-854 Radio CTRL, 240 V, REMMT, STL, 0-30. Quantity 1.” Please provide additional information for the system connection, integration, operation mode and installation location, in order to properly estimate the required communication cables, electrical power cable, control panels, etc.

No communication cables are required. Please refer to Para 1.2.4 for more details on system integration with existing ADB Safegate main control system.

Para 1.2.6.3

“Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System (ALCMS) Airfield Lighting Control & Monitoring System ALCMS Upgrade with Standard and Tactical Modes.”

Please provide information concerning the existing system (e.g., model number, technical data, diagrams and photos).

ADB Safegate Reliance Standard ALCS for KA2AB. All photos are included in Part II of the SOW for the NVG Lights (JOR-22-008) project.

Para 1.2.6.4

During the site visit we could not visit the ATCT and airfield ground lighting (AGL) Substation Vault A and Substation Vault B. Accordingly, please provide sufficient photographs of the following:

1. Existing ALCMS cabinet at the ATCT and AGL Substation Vault A & Vault B.

2. ALCMS ATCT workstation and display layout.

3. Photo for existing Constant Current Regulation (the equipment feeding the airfield ground lighting with power supply) at Substation Vault A & Vault B.

1. and 2. Contractor will need to coordinate initial site visit to ALCMS cabinet and Substation vaults if awarded the project. New maps and photos of CCRs and circuit names are included in Part II of the updated SOW for this project. 3. Photos of CCRs included in Part II of the updated SOW.

Please provide photos for the existing control system panels / equipment. The Contractor will need to request a site visit if awarded the project.

Question(s) Government Response Reference Please confirm that our scope of work includes the installation, testing, and commissioning of 46 taxiway lights, 2 hold signs, and the necessary cable runs for these components

Yes, including integration of apron lighting system with existing ADB Safegate lighting control system located in the air traffic control (ATC) tower.

Please provide more information for SOW 1.2.3. Contractor shall integrate the lighting controls into the ADB Safegate Reliance Standard Airfield Lighting Control System (ALCS) for KAIIAB to allow lights to operate in standard mode as well as NVG mode.

See section 1.2.5 of updated SOW for more information on this question. Para 1.2.3

We would like to request for 14 days extension to allow us to carefully review the requirements. Extended as prescribed in Sam.gov Please confirm 46 taxiway lights, 2 hold signs, and the necessary cable will be provided by the Government Yes.

Please confirm if there is an existing PVC connection between the taxiway omnidirectional lights? A PVC connection between all taxiway omnidirectional lights exists.

The the length of the GFE (Government Furnished Equipment) cable is sufficient to accommodate the necessary connections, taking into consideration the base power requirements

Yes.

Normally, the light circuit will be connected either to an existing airfield ground lighting circuit or to a new constant current regulator (CCR) located at the airfield lighting electrical substation. Accordingly, please clarify the following:

1. Where will the new apron circuit will be connected, and if there is available infrastructure for the new installation (e.g., duct bank / AGL manholes).

2. What is the required ALCMS integration?

3. Please provide more information on the existing ALCMS (diagrams, photos, data sheets, etc.)

Apron lights will be connected to existing airfield lighting circuit. 1.) Connection points included in map attachment. 2.) See Paragraph 1.2.5 of the updated SOW for GFE Lights JOR-23-015. 3.) The existing ALCMS is the ADB Safegate Reliance Standard ALCS for KA2AB. See Para 1.2.5 of the updated SOW for this project for more details.

Para 1.2.1

Please clarify which airfield ground lighting circuit the new signs will be connected to, and the required ALCMS integration. New signs shall be connected to existing airfield ground lighting system and integrate with existing ADB Safegate lighting system operated at the air traffic control tower at KA2AB. See Para 1.2.5 of the updated SOW for more details.

Para 1.2.2

Please provide the as-built drawing of the infrastructure (i.e., light foundations, ductbank and manholes) for the new apron, with accurate dimensions and a general layout, so that the Contractor may accurately calculate the required installation.

Contractor shall coordinate with JAF electrical engineer and COR for connection locations for existing airfield ground lighting circuits. 17 circuits exist on the airfield and are named and listed in Part II of the updated SOW.

Please provide us with the photos for the existing control system / equipment. Refer to Section II of the updated SOW for photos of CCRs and sub-station circuit info.

Please clarify if the pulling cables will be part of contractor scope. Yes, GFE-provided electrical cable will be required to be pulled by contractor on apron lighting.

Please clarify that the Existing conduit system is available for cable pulling. An existing conduit system exists between all currently installed metallic apron lighting cannisters.

Please specify the distance from KAIIAB base power to the taxi way Apron lights shall be connected into existing aircraft ground lighting electrical circuits. No electrical cables will be required to run all the way to the airfield substations because power can be connected to 1 of 17 existing airfield ground lighting circuits. Contractor shall coordinate with JAF electrical engineer to determine exact connection point.

Please provide photographs for the existing infrastructure where the airfield ground lighting material will be installed (i.e., deep base light foundation, manholes, ductbank).

Apron lights shall be connected into existing aircraft ground lighting electrical circuits. No electrical cables will be required to run all the way to the airfield substations because power can be connected to 1 of 17 existing airfield ground lighting circuits. Contractor shall coordinate with JAF electrical engineer to determine exact connection point.