17Q0004_(pipette_BPA)_-_Amendment_No__1.pdf

HU0001-17-Q-0004

Pipette calibration BPA - AMENDMENT #1

This amendment #1 is provided to answer questions received from interested vendors. Please acknowledge this amendment #1 in your response. All other terms and conditions remain the same.

Questions:

• What are the brands and models of the pipettes?

Answer: Multiple Brands

• Is there a total of 300-400 pipettes at each location or is this the total of both USU and AFRRI?

Answer: There is not an actual count; however we may go over 400 pipettes easily between both locations

• Are As-found and As-calibrated data required OR Just As Found OR Just As Left?

Answer: Both As-found and As-calibrated data are required

• How many samples are to be recorded and Which Levels are recorded – Low, Mid and High OR Low and High?

Answer: Low, Mid, and High data should be recorded

• Are pipettes to be calibrated against ISO8655 specifications or Manufacturer’s specifications and test points (accuracy and repeat-ability standards)?

Answer: The pipettes should be calibrated using the most stringent specifications for the pipet, whether it be those set by the manufacturer or ISO8655.

• Is there room for two QCI technicians working together?

Answer: In our shop there will be enough room

• If the procurement process is complete before the end of January, 2017 – can we begin calibrations in January, 2017?

Answer: The exact dates of performance will be provided to the awardee by TSB (Technical Service Branch)

• If performing the work on-site, will the technicians have internet or WiFi access?

Answer: Yes

HU0001-17-Q-0004

Pipette calibration BPA - AMENDMENT #1

• Ratio of multichannel and single channel pipettes?

Answer: Can vary

• How many channels are in the multi-channel pipettes?

Answer: Different multi-channels pipettes