Amendment_1_Q&A.pdf

BULK FITNESS

RFP HDQMWR-17-R-0024

AMENDMENT 1

QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES

Q.1 Section C.19 URETHANE WEIGHT PLATES: Must be a twelve (12) sided design, designed specifically for lifting plate in a safe, comfortable manner. Is round acceptable?

A.1 For orders destined for ships - NO.

For orders destined for onshore - Round is acceptable

Q.2 Must have two (2) outer openings – center hole will be exactly 2.015” across. The sleeves of standard bars should be exactly 50 mm. 2.015” is 51.81 mm. Our disc openings are 50.4 mm, which provides a better fit on bars. Will you accept a tighter and better fitting plate?

A.2 Yes. C.19 is hereby changed to read: Center hole shall be approximately 2.015” across".

Variation shall not exceed 2mm.

Q.3 Must be sold in the following weights: 2.5 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 35 lbs., 45 lbs.

and 100 lbs. US Navy reserves the right to purchase in a set or individually. Is the 100 lb disc required? We feel as though that 100 lb discs lead to unsafe lifting environments. They increase the chances of bars tipping in racks while loading and unloading plates.

A.3 The 100 lbs disc is optional to submit an offer for.

Q.4 SHORE AND FLEET SELF-POWERED/NON-MOTORIZED - C. 4. Ability to preset parameters (limit exercise/pause time). Please remove this spec as the device is self-powered and the user dictates exercise time and rest intervals

A.5 Removed

Q.6 FAST ATTACK SUBMARINE (SSN). Running Surface: Minimum surface area 60” X 20”. Note that 56" X 20" is the largest running surface available for this smaller treadmill; please adjust the spec to meet design of units available to meet the width spec required of this treadmill item.

A.5 Running belt size is changed to 56” X 20”. Current dimensions remain unchanged.

Q.7 SPIN BIKES - B. 1. Must have adjustable resistance based on RPM and gear setting.

Please change ‘gear setting’ to workload as all Spin or IC bikes have adjustable workload but none have changeable gears or sprocket settings.

A.7 Changed. For the purposes of this RFP, workload and resistance are synonymous.

Q.8 C.16 FUNCTIONAL MULTI JUNGLE/CABLE CROSSOVER: Can you please provide more specifics as to exact components of multi-jungle, attached/unattached, number of stacks, numbers of movements

A.8 Components must include: Approx. 2 - 8 weight stacks. Stack components should include, but not limited to: Adjustable Pulley, Lat Pulldown, Dual Adjustable Pulley Pulldown, Low Row, Dual Pulley Row, Triceps Pushdown, Adjustable Crossover, Fixed Crossover, ACCESSORY RACK, High low pulley, and assist dip chin.

Q.9 C.29 PLYOMETRIC BOX - C. 2. Plyo box must be stackable and come in 12”, 18”, 24” and 26” independent heights. Industry standard plyo boxes come in 12, 18, 24" - 26" doesn't exist. Can you please remove the 26” box?

A.9 26” should be the approx. width and length. Provide the closest solution possible.

Q.10 C.30 KETTLEBELLS: Please define what sizes/weights to bid

A.10 Listed in feature # 5.

Q.11 C.33 COMMAND PHYSICAL TRAINING BAG: Was the personal, single Navy Noffs Kit eliminated - we have many requests and sales of that item.

A.11 Navy Fitness is no longer doing the individual bags.

Q.12 This RFQ requires a significant amount of time to professionally prepare and submit given the variety and number of items in the solicitation. Can the Navy consider a slightly later due date to accommodate this reality?

A.12 Proposal Due date is hereby extended to: on or before 1500 hours EST May 30, 2017.

Q.13 Would you please confirm if you are looking for bearing or bushing bars for both C.23 and C24? Due to the increased spin performance, which leads to a better feeling and safer lifting experience on the Olympic lifts, we recommend bearing over bushings. A high end bearing bar, with a dust seal and an inner race on the bearings, will spin optimally for years with very little maintenance. The dust proof seal keeps chalk away from the bearings so they do not clog and will require less maintenance, and the inner race removes the friction and pressure of the sleeve from the bar shaft itself, leading to a consistent spin through a full range of motion and a wide range of loads, and also decreases the wear on the bar shaft.

A.14 C23/24: Bearing is acceptable.

Q.15 C.4 Treadmills: 2. Smaller Fleet Treadmill. C. Operation Requirements. Overall size and weight of treadmill will not exceed 85”L X 37“W and not exceed 400 pounds.

• The Experience Series TRM 835 is 83” L x 35” W x 62” H which does not exceed the overall size parameters. However the TRM 835 weighs 420 lbs. Can you change this spec to accommodate this 20 lb. weight differential?

A.15 Smaller Fleet Treadmill Operational Requirements – Weight limitation is hereby increased to 425lbs

Q.16 C.6 Ellipticals/Cross Trainers. 2. Non-Motorized Compact Fleet Unit, C. Operation Requirements:

The Unit must be no larger than 70” H x 25” W x 50” L.

• The 556 Navy EFX is 66.5” H x 31” W x 84” L. Although this EFX does not meet the width and length requirements, the Navy has previously awarded this EFX for this category and have been primarily purchasing this elliptical since 2010. There is no Elliptical or Cross Trainer on the market that meets this requirement. This unit was specifically designed for the Navy to fit through the watertight doors/hatches and operate on the ship. Can you update these specs to accommodate these width and length differentials?

Unit must not weigh more than 150 lbs.

• The 556 Navy EFX weighs 245 lbs. Although this EFX does not meet the weight requirement, the Navy has previously awarded this EFX for this category and have been purchasing this elliptical since 2010. There is no Elliptical or Cross Trainer on the market that meets this requirement. This unit was specifically designed for the Navy to fit through the watertight doors/hatches and operate on the ship. Can you update the weight spec to accommodate this difference?

A.16 The specs for this requirement is for fast attack submarines and the 556 Navy EFX is too large. That unit will meet C.6.1 Fleet or Shore Q.17 C.14 Functional Trainer. A. Biomechanical and Ergonomic Accuracy Adjustable pad for height and horizontal positions

• The FTS and FTS Glide does not include an adjustable pad for height and horizontal positions. However the pulley adjustments included on the FTS and FTS Glide are equipped with adjustable height options which allows for different exercisers and fits every user. Is this requirement necessary for this product?

Primary contact points are constructed of high density foam that is self-adjusting.

• The FTS and FTS Glide do not require pads. Are pads required for this product?

A.17 Yes. Pads are required

Q.18 C.15 Strength Equipment Fleet. D. Specific Requirements. 5. Kneeling Chin/Dip Assist.

vi. Length x Width cannot exceed 145 sq. ft. Height cannot exceed 90”

• The Icarian Dip/Chin Assist is 61” x 54” x 93” which does not exceed 145 sq. feet. However the Dip Chin Assist is only 3” over the height requirement of 90”. Can you update this spec to accommodate this 3” height difference?

A.18 No, height requirement is based on ship spacing

Q.19 6. Pec and Rear Delt. v. Swiveling handles with rotating grips in order to provide multiple hand positions.

• We believe this question does not apply to the Pec and Rear Delt product. The Discovery Series

Rear Delt/Pec Fly does not have swiveling handles or rotating grips, however it is equipped with independent movement arms which provide a variety of movements on one unit, while increasing core activity. It also is equipped with dual independent-movement arms that feature upper pivots to accommodate arm lengths and can be set to 13 starting positions over a 120-degree range. Are swiveling handles with rotating grips required for this product?

A.19 Equipment should be able to perform both movements and be adjustable for all users.

Please submit equipment that is equivalent to the RFP requirement.

Q.20 Vertical Knee Raise iv. Ratcheting adjuster system providing quick and easy seat adjustment.

• We believe this question does not apply to this product. The Discovery Series Vertical Knee Up does not include a ratcheting adjuster system. Is this spec a requirement for this product?

A.20 Equipment should be able to perform both movements and be adjustable for all users.

Please submit equipment that is equivalent to the RFP requirement.

Q.21 3 Tier Horizontal Dumbbell Rack. iv. Length x Width cannot exceed 225 sq. ft. Height cannot exceed 40”

• The Discovery Series 3-Tier, 15 Pair Dumbbell Rack is 87” x 30.3” x 42” which does not exceed 225 sq. ft. However it is only 2” over the height requirement of 40". Can you update this spec to accommodate this 2” height difference?

A.21 Please submit equipment that is equivalent to the RFP requirement.

Q.22 Seated Preacher Curl. iii. Minimum of 2 adjustable bar rack-out positions

• The Discovery Series Preacher Curl Bench has 1 bar rack out position. However this rack out position is covered with high impact polyurethane segmented wear guards which protect bench and bar and are easy to replace any given segment. Are two (2) adjustable bar rack-out positions necessary?

A.22 Requirement is hereby changed to a minimum of 1 adjustable bar rack-out position.

Q.23 Hyper Back Extension. ii. Minimum of 3 adjustable ratcheting angle positions ranging from 40 to 50 degrees in 5 degree increments.

• The Discovery Series Back Extension does not include this particular requirement.

However, it does include easy ratcheting dual hip pads which feature extra thick pads and ergonomic positioning to ensure function and comfort. Is this spec relevant to this particular product?

Q.23 The requirement specification is hereby Removed

Q.24 Smith Machine. iv. Must incorporate ten (10) weight plate holders for easy storage.

(Minimum weight storage will be 1,300 lbs.)

• The Discovery Series Smith Machine includes six (6) weight plate holders for easy storage. Are ten (10) weight plate holders necessary?

A.24 Requirement is hereby changed to a minimum of 6 to a maximum or 10.

Q.25 Smith Machine v. Length x Width cannot exceed 390 sq. ft. Height cannot exceed 85”.

• The Discovery Series Smith Machine is 56” x 84” x 90” which does not exceed 390 sq.

ft. However it exceeds the 85” height requirement by 5”. Can you update this spec to reflect this 5” height difference?

A.25 Requirement is hereby increased the height limitation to 95”

Q.26 19. Half Rack i. Available in 7’, 8’ and 9’ heights

• The Discovery Series Half Rack is only available in 8’ height. Is this question asking if the Half Rack is 7’, 8’ or 9’ high or is it necessary to have a half rack that accommodates all 3 heights?

A.26 Only 1 height is required, Navy Fitness will consider bids that meet the 3 options.

Q.27 viii. Spotter platforms standard or optional flip down spotter platforms

• The Discovery Series Half Rack does not include a spotter platform. Is a spotter platform necessary?

A.27 Yes. The spotter is necessary.

Q.28 21. Full Rack. i. Available in 7’, 8’ and 9’ heights

• The Discovery Series Power Rack is only available in 8’ height. Is this question asking if the Half Rack is 7’, 8’ or 9’ high or is it necessary to have a half rack that accommodates all 3 heights?

A.28 Only 1 height is required, Navy Fitness will consider bids that meet the 3 options.

Q.29 viii. Spotter platforms standard or optional flip down spotter platforms

• The Discovery Series Power Rack does not include a spotter platform. Is a spotter platform necessary?

A.29 Yes. The spotter is necessary.

Q.30 C. 16 FUNCTIONAL MULTI JUNGLE/CABLE CROSSOVER. A. Biomechanical and Ergonomic Accuracy Adjustable pad for height and horizontal positions

• The FTS and FTS Glide does not include an adjustable pad for height and horizontal positions. However the pulley adjustments included on the FTS and FTS Glide are equipped with adjustable height options which allows for different exercisers and fits every user. Is this requirement necessary for this product?

4 Primary contact points are constructed of high density foam that is self-adjusting.

• The FTS and FTS Glide do not require pads. Are pads required for this product?

A.30 Yes pads are required

Q.31 C.31 Adaptive Cardiovascular Trainer. B. Structural and Operational Requirements Stride length approximately 58” and accommodate users of all sizes

• The AMT 733 has a naturally adapt stride length without the need to control settings. The stride length can be changed from zero to 36 inches (91 cm), to match the desired workout for each unique user and to accommodate users of all sizes. The AMT 733 biomechanics have been validated by Western Washington University Biomechanics Lab for users of all fitness levels and sizes, from the 5% size female to the 95% size male user. Excellent stability and freedom of movement for users of all sizes. All other adaptive motion trainers on the market have the same stride length. Can you update this spec to reflect the 36” stride length?

A.31 Requirement is hereby changed to a minimum of 36” stride length

Q.32 Machine footprint no greater than 40”x65”

• The AMT 733 is 80” x 35” x 69”. No Adaptive Motion Trainer on the market is smaller than 40” x 65”. Can you update this spec to reflect accurate sizing?

A.32 Not to exceed 80” x 35” x 69”

Q.33 Maximum equipment weight of 200 lbs.

• The AMT 733 weighs 412 lbs. No Adaptive Motion Trainer on the market weighs 200 lbs. Can you update this weight requirement?

A.33 The requirement is hereby changed to Not to exceed 415lbs

Q.34 Section B.6 a).you note installation and freight as a separate line item.

Section L L.1 c).you note FOB destination pricing. Are you looking for our pricing to include freight? OR will we quote the freight on each order placed against the IDIQ and charge as actual freight per order?

A.34 Proposal will not include freights costs as that is dependent on the delivery destination.

What Navy Fitness does want is for the offeror to secure a freight company to ship to CONUS and OCONUS locations should the company not have that capability internally. Freight will be quoted per order against the companies IDIQ as actual costs.

Q.35 Did you have an Excel format template you wanted to be used? I saw a reference to one in the solicitation but did not see where I could download the file.

A.35 There is no template. The RFP should have stated that the offer shall submit a cost proposal in an Excel Spreadsheet. Please submit an excel spreadsheet that is easy to read and handle for evaluation purposes.

Q.36 On cardio equipment what type of console did you require? An advanced LED would be the base and a full blown wireless console with iPod, usb, tv, etc. would be the top line.

A.36 Offeror can submit cardio equipment with any console that does not include TV.

Q.37 CLIN C.5.integrated motion with both arms and legs working simultaneously. Are you envisioning a Jacobs Ladder type piece? We offer a traditional type Stepper and a climbing mill which have become popular but not a unit where you are on all fours in an uphill incline position.

A.37 No

Q38 CLIN C.12.what manufacturer is specified? As I am having a tough time establishing what exactly these type machines are. I have never heard of Functional Selectorized Strength.

A38 No manufacturer is specified. Any selectorized equipment that allows for full range of motion (i.e. independent pulley system)

Q.39 The treadmill requirements are listed on pages 12 and 13 of the attached document. What I would like to know is if the Navy Fitness Test is a requirement to be a part of the available programs as a chosen program on the console or is the ability to conduct the test in a manual fashion as described sufficient? According to what is stated in under "Treadmill Testing", it looks like conducting the test manually is what's desired.

A.39 The Navy will have to be able to conduct the test on the treadmill. The vendor can refer to the OPNAV Alt cardio procedures for details.

A.40 Are some open market items acceptable? We will soon begin the process of adding some new selectorized and plate loaded strength equipment to our GSA contract, but this will take some time. We would appreciate being able to quote some of this equipment for the needs of selectoried and plate loaded like equipment.

A.41 Open market items are acceptable as long as they fit into the parameters listed in the solicitation.

Q.42. Please see the FUSE XL and Composite Motion documents attached and link below.

https://youtu.be/FBxUmDRP0IM <https://youtu.be/FBxUmDRP0IM> - Composite Full Body Press

A.42 We do not have a requirement for this piece of equipment.

Q.43 C.20 URETHANE DUMBBELLS: FEATURES 3. Must be twelve (12) sided anti-roll design. Is more than 12 sides allowed if they are still anti-roll? E.g. 14 sides?

A.43 Yes, the DB's just cannot be circular for the purposes of the ship.

Q.44 C.21 LIFTING PLATFORM: 4. Platform must have polyurethane finish. Would you accept a superior finish to polyurethane? We use an oil finish on our wood in our platforms that is harder and lower maintenance than a polyurethane finish. The oil finish penetrates the wood deeper than polyurethane and will not need to be refinished, while a polyurethane will need to be refinished periodically. We feel this also leads to a more optimal surface to lift on for the lifter.

A.45 Yes

Q.46 5. Wood must be solid red oak center. Would you accept an oak that was equivalent or superior to red oak? Red oak is traditionally an American oak, and products like European Oak, which we use in our platforms, have a smaller grain, are more consistent in color, and wear better than red oak.

A.46 Yes

Q.47 6. Platform size should be 8x4, 8x6, 8x8, 8x10, 8x12 or customizable size. Will you accept 8.1’ x 6.8’?

A.47 Yes

Q.48 C.22 OLYMPIC BUMPER PLATES: FEATURES 6. Must be sold in the following weights: 5lbs, 10lbs, 25lbs, 35lbs and 45lbs. US Navy reserves the right to purchase in a set or individually. Are you specifically looking for 5 and 10 lb full size (450 mm in diameter) bumper plates or will smaller change plates be acceptable for these sizes? Few companies produce full size 5 lb bumper plates as in order to make them so light and so big in diameter, they have to be too thin to be structurally sound. 10 lb plates can be a bit thicker and more sturdy, but generally do not hold up as well as the heavier bumper plates.

A.48 Yes

Q.49 C.23 OLYMPIC BAR: FEATURES 1. Minimum yield of approx. 195,000 P.S.I. Can you please confirm you are looking for yield strength or tensile strength? Typically steel for barbells is measured in tensile strength. Assuming it is tensile strength. we feel that 195,000 PSI is actually too low for bars used in commercial gym settings. We feel as though under 200,000 PSI bars will bend under use by the US Navy. We recommend 215,000 PSI.

A.49 195,000 is the minimum. Greater is always better

Q.50 2. Bar is approximately 45lbs/20kg – 25MM. Can you please confirm the desired diameter should not be 28 MM? Standard 45 lb/20kg bars will almost always be 28-29 MM. 25 MM is normally used for women’s bars weighing around 35lb/15 kg.

A.50 The requirement is hereby changed to 28-29 MM