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Solicitation #M67854-13-R-5009
RDT&E for Medium Hybrid Expeditionary Energy System (MHEES)
Questions and Answers
Question Number Document/ Section
| Paragraph |
| Question/Issue/Concern |
| Answers |
Description
| 3.2.4 |
| Is the requirement to produce a 3-phase output with a single phase input? Or shall the system be required to produce a single phase output when only a single phase input is available and a 3-phase output when 3-phase input is available? |
| 3-phase output is desired no matter the input type. Proposal should clearly state tradeoff selected if output capability varies with input type so a best value determination can be made. |
Description
| 1.3 |
| Multiple Generator Connections is listed as a metric for the MHEES. Is it desired that the MHEES operate/control multiple generators at one time or simply to allow for multiple generator inputs? |
| It is desired that MHEES can operate and control multiple generators at one time. |
Description
| 3.1.4 |
| Please clarify that the immersion requirement only applies while the system is mounted on the trailer. |
| Yes, fording requirement only applies while the system is mounted to trailer. |
| 4 |
| Other |
| N/A |
| Will the USMC offer a 3-D model of the MCC-LTT to aid development of the technical proposal? |
| Additional technical drawing will be provided of the MCC-LTT after award at the kick-off meeting. |
Description
| 3.2.3 |
| Is there a duty cycle which shows the 10kW peak loads for :10 minutes? Is there a frequency which we will have to meet this peak load capability? What is the minimum time between 10kW peaks which the system will be at 5kW? |
| The system should provide the best value trade-off with the maximum flexibility possible in the 10kW to 5kW power range. A detailed duty cycle will not be provided. |
Description
| 3.2.5 |
| Is it desired that MHEES accept DC power anywhere from 22VDC-32VDC, or just at a defined VDC in that range? |
| It is desired that the MHEES can accept DC power anywhere from 22VDC-32VDC. This is the power a typical vehicle will provide. |
Description
| 3.3.10 |
| Please clarify what it means to be expandable with additional generators |
| It is desired that the MHEES accommodate additional generators or batteries or solar without ceasing operation. |
Description
| 3.5.2/3.5.3/3.5.4 |
| Is is desired to be able to produce 100% of output power from any/all of the CPP and desired outputs? Current limitations are only provided for DC outputs. |
| MHEES should be able to provide 100% of its output in a smart and safe manner to all of its output types indicated in the requirement(s). |
Description
| 3.6.6 |
| Is there any guidance on kWh ratings on the expandable battery modules? |
| No |
Description
| 4.1.10 |
| Is there any system de-rate available as a function of altitude? Minimum to match generator de-rate curves. |
| No. The only system derating is provided for the generator portion of the system. Proposal should talk to how the generator derating will affect overall system performance at altitude. |
| 11 |
| SOW |
| 3.1 |
| SOW calls for fabrication of 2 units. RFP only calls for delivery of 1 unit. Is the intent that the contractor maintains one on contractor premises during US Gov't testing? |
| The contractor is required to deliver 2 systems. CLIN0001 will be amended to reflect a quantity of two (2). |
| 12 |
| SOW |
| 3.3 |
| What is the expectation from US Gov't on replacement parts and labor support during testing? IE, is it expected that contractor will be continually replacing and updating the system during testing? |
| The contractor will be expected to support their system as defined in the SOW and per the product specification. Contractor is not expected to be present during testing but is expected to assist in trouble shooting and repair of system during verification testing if problems arise. |
| 13 |
| SOW |
| 3.3 |
| Will the Government provide additional detail on the testing to be performed? Specifically, will contactor be required to have personnel on-site for test support for 6 months continuously, or is there a specific day count contractor can use for estimation purposes. |
| Contractor is not expected to be present during testing but is expected to assist in trouble shooting and repair of system during verification testing if problems arise. |
| SOW |
| 3.3 |
| Will the Government provide additional detail on the testing to be performed? Will testing include destructive testing and is the contractor liable for parts, labor and travel to restore systems destroyed during testing. If so, will the Government provide a test plan? |
| Intentional destructive testing is not planned. Contactor will be liable for repair of system if damage occurs within system specified operating range/requirement. No test plan will be provided at this time. |
| 15 |
| Purchase Description |
| 1.2 |
| The 2kW MTG mentioned here is not mentioned again in the later requirements sections. Does the MHEES require an interface with the 2kW MTG? |
| No. MHEES is not require to interface with a 2kW MTG. |
| 16 |
| Purchase Description |
| 1.3 |
| The “core MHEES” is mentioned in the CONOPS in this section, which also describes augmentation by a second trailer. Does “core MHEES” equate to the “Full mission capable core MHEES” mentioned in section 3.3.1? Should contractors include a second trailer augmentation in this proposal? |
| Core MHEES is the same as the full mission capable core MHEES. Proposed deliverable should match proposed design. |
| 17 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.1 |
| Please clarify that the required 10kW output rating for all electrical components is for 10 minutes, as specified in 3.2.3? |
| No. The 10 minute duration in Requirement 3.2.3 is provided to assist in optimization between power generation, energy storage, and renewable energy input. |
| 18 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.4 |
| Please clarify that the MHEES is required to accept both 32-70VDC voltage range AND 108-130VAC single phase from the solar power source. |
| Solar is only 32-70VDC. The single phase AC would be from another source. |
| 19 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.4/6/7 |
| Please clarify the use cases in which the MHEES will be required to accept multiple AC inputs. Specifically, are these AC power inputs required to be accepted simultaneously? |
| Multiple AC inputs could be from multiple generator sources and would be accepted simultaneously. |
| 20 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.5 |
| Is it desired that MHEES accept DC power dynamically from any voltage between 22VDC-32VDC, or just at a defined VDC in that range? |
| Should accept power over the voltage range of 22VDC-32VDC. |
| 21 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.7 |
| Please clarify if this requirement is for a single or 3-phase power input? |
| Single phase |
| 22 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.9 |
| Please clarify the use cases in which the MHEES will be required to accept inputs from multiple generators. Is the requirement to accept power from one generator at a time only or any combination of the three specified generators simultaneously? |
| Number of generators the system can accept at one time will depend on proposed approach. |
| 23 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.9 |
| Is the requirement that multiple generators be carried on the trailer with the core MHEES simultaneously, or only one of the three listed generators at a time? |
| The proposed approach will determine the number and type of generators to be carried on the trailer. |
| 24 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.3.4 |
| Please identify the applicable MIL STD and handling function for the 4 Marine lift requirement. If none, please provide the weight and handling function requirement. |
| MIL-STD-1472 |
| 25 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.1 |
| Are the ISPCA panels connected in series, parallel, or is the contractor required to provide a junction box as part of the MHEES? |
| The ISPCA’s can be connected in parallel or series depending on proposers design. The current ISPCA utilizes two unconnected SANYO HIT Power 220 panels. |
| 26 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.3 |
| Please provide the electrical specifications for the ISPCA and/or AISPCA panels? If none available, please provide voltage, current, and connectors from the panels. |
| See answer above for ISPCA panel. AISPCA will have a comparable electrical characterization to the ISPCA. Further panel information will be provided after contract award. |
| 27 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5.6 |
| Can this 24V output be disabled when 24V is used as an input? We think it would be unnecessary to charge a vehicle from another vehicle through the MHEES, if that is the intent of this output. |
| 24V DC output is not solely for charging vehicles. It is desired that the 24VDC output not be disabled in this manner. |
| 28 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.3.10 |
| Please clarify “expandable with additional generators.” Specifically, does this require the MHEES to accept an additional generator input while simultaneously accepting input from a first generator? |
| Being able to accept power from additional generators, batteries and solar is a desired attribute. |
Accepting power from multiple generators at once is a desired attribute.
| 29 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.3.11 |
| Does the run time meter measure only the full MHEES runtime, or individual components? |
| It is desired to have as detailed a run time as possible to aid in maintenance cycles. |
| 30 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.4 |
| Please clarify that the ISPCA or AISPCA are required to be transported on the same single trailer transporting the core MHEES. |
| What is transported on the Core trailer will depend on offers design proposed. |
| 31 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.6.5 |
| Please clarify the “state of charge” requirement. Is the requirement for a state of charge indicator on the battery module? |
| Yes |
mental Specs
| 3.1.4 |
| Please clarify that the immersion requirement only applies while the system is mounted on the trailer. |
| Yes |
| 33 |
| Other |
| N/A |
| May a contractor provide substantiating technical data as embedded attachments in an appendix to part IV, or should they be provided as separate files? |
| Substatiating technical data may be provided as separate files. |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.1 |
| The section states, "Each ISPCA weighs 155lbs, has 440W solar rating, and has a volume of 9”x35”x66”, indicating there are two solar panels per ISPCA. Figure 1 in that section describes an ISPCA as "4 boxes, with 2 220W panels", indicating that there are eight solar panels per ISPCA. Does one ISPCA equal two panels, or does it equal 8 panels? |
| One ISPCA is 440W and has 2 solar panels. |
| 35 |
| SOW |
| 3.7 |
| Will the government also provide 5kW and 15kW MEPDIS-R as GFE, or must the contractor purchase those items? |
| A MEPDIS-R will not be provided as GFE. Whether contract needs the MEPDIS-R will depend on proposed design. |
Award
| Section B Item 2 |
| CLIN is not to be separately priced (NSP) As such, no price shall be proposed under unit price or max amount for CLIN. If no price or max price is to be entered here, is this just to assure that each line item is completed? Should anything be entered in the areas that have this statement? |
| All property delivered to the Government must be delivered on a CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) or SLIN (subline). No, there should be nothing entered in those areas in Section B. |
| 37 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.3 |
| Is it permissible to propose to modify/add to the LTT-MCC? (i.e. retention system to allow rapid and positive attachment/detachment of the components) |
| Modification to the LTT-MCC is acceptable as long as it does not affect the functionality of the trailer. |
| The proposal calls for an analysis of the impact of MHEES on the cost of energy utilizing the Fully Burdened Cost of Energy calculations in use. The document states that the calculation will be available at contract placement. Is the FBCE needed to calculate the projected effect of MHEES? |
| The FBCE will be used to help perform a cost benefit analysis of the MHEES system. |
| Is charge rate/time important? |
| Please refer to the performance specification for important features of the system. |
| Will LTT-MCC be provided and or complete specifications? |
| An LTT-MCC will not be provided. Some specifications on the LTT-MCC will be provided at contract kick-off meeting. |
| While not part of the requirements document, we have diesel engine technology that eliminates Particulate Matter and improves fuel economy. Should this information be included in the proposal or should it be considered seperately? |
| Vendors are allowed to provide what they consider to be value added to their proposal for consideration. |
| 42 |
| Purchase Description |
| 1.3 |
| What is mandatory to be on one trailer? Core system includes battery, controller, PV panels, cabling? |
| Requirement 3.3.1 provides the description of a core MHEES capability. |
| 43 |
| Purchase Description |
| 1.3 |
| Since it is “…highly desired to minimize the size and weight and to maximize the efficiency…” would the Marine Corps consider a proposal that uses higher efficiency solar energy solution than photovoltaic (PV) technology? |
| It is a critical performance parameter to be able to use the ISPCA or the AISPCA. Other types of renewable energy generation technology can also be proposed as added value. |
| 44 |
| Purchase Description |
| 1.3 |
| Rather than directing the technology to be employed (i.e. solar PV) would the Marine Corps allow industry to propose an integrated solution that uses more efficient and cost effective technologies that are trailer mounted with requisite ruggedness for the military environment? |
| Solicitation is looking for offers best value proposal. All CPPs of the performance specification must be met to be awardable. |
| 45 |
| Purchase Description |
| 1.3 |
| What methods will be used to compare the important metrics of Fuel Consumption, Scalability, and Manpower Burden? Are there defined scenarios with specific energy demand profiles, solar insolation, and siting duration to objectively compare these metrics for the baseline (current MEP) to the proposed systems? If so, can industry obtain those scenarios to provide the marine Corps with better information for their consideration? |
| The systems will be compared to current Marine Corps power generation gear that meets this power generation size. System will be evaluated in a wide variety of operational scenarios and environment similar to where the Marine Corps operates. No, specific operational scenarios will be provided to industry at this time. |
| 46 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.9 |
| In addition to being able to connect an AMMPS or TQG to the proposed MHEES can a respondent propose its own high efficiency (greater than AMMPS) generator set that is fully integrated within the single trailer as part of its proposal? |
| No |
| 47 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.3.5/3.3.6 |
| Rather than require MHEES to be mounted on a MCC-LTT as a Critical Performance Parameter (CPP) and desire that the MHEES system weight be minimized, would the Marine Corps consider specifying the maximum weight and size for the MHEES system, require the same ruggedness and connection as the MCC/LTT and allow industry to propose the best means to achieve these performance requirements? |
| All CPP in the solicitation must be met. |
| 48 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.1 |
| Does the CPP to be able to “use” the existing USMC Integrated Solar Panel Case Assembly (ISPCA) fielded with the GREENS system” mean that MHEES can take GREENS as one means to acquire solar power but not the only means thereby allowing better solar power technologies to be proposed? |
| The requirement is for the MHEES to operate with the ISPCA not the GREENS systems. |
| 49 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5.7 |
| If a proposed MHEES system has the ability to form effective smart microgrids that respond to user loads and bridges multiple generation systems together on its own, would that satisfy the requirement to directly connect with the current USMC fielded Mobile Electric Power Distribution site (MEPDIS-R)? |
| Specific offers designs will be evaluated once received. |
| 50 |
| General Issue |
| - |
| Does the USMC intend to charge the batteries before deployment? |
| This cannot be guaranteed |
| 51 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.2 |
| Is there a load profile available? If so please provide. |
| No |
| 52 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.5 |
| Acceptance of 22-32VDC isn't defined as a CPP yet section 3.2.8 states accepting vehicle power is a CPP. Does that make 3.2.5 a CPP? |
| 3.2.5 will remain a non-CPP and 3.2.8 will remain a CPP. |
| 53 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.9 |
| Are fuel consumption vs. load graphs available for the various generators? If so, please provide. |
| No |
| 54 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.11 |
| To modify the generators for electronic start/stop, technical data will be needed. Will these data be supplied by PMEPS? |
| It is the offeror’s responsibility to acquire the needed information to make its system perform. |
| 55 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.2 |
| Can the Contractor provide other solar panel assemblies to demonstrate this capability? |
| Offeror can propose value added features. |
| 56 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5.1 |
| What number of outlets should be provided in the power distribution kit? Should they be NEMA 5-15R (15A) or NEMA 5-20R (20A) and GFCI or not? |
| This is dependent on proposed design. |
| 57 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5.6 |
| What is the minimum output current rating for the the 24VDC output? |
| It is desired that the DC output be rated not higher than 50 Amps. |
Various
| Multiple |
| Throughout the RFP, the Government refers to the prototype systems as “MHEES Systems”, “Unit” or “MHEES items”. Please confirm that all have the same meaning (i.e., they all mean two (2) MHEES systems). |
| MHEES and MHEES system mean the same thing in the solicitation. The delivery requirement is 2 MHEES systems. |
| 59 |
| RFP Sec. B |
| CLIN 0001 |
| Is the Contractor permitted to invoice the total contract amount under CLIN 0001 upon completion of this CLIN (since all other CLINS are NSP) – i.e., upon delivery of the two (2) MHEES systems at 18 MADC? |
| Contractor will be alowed to invoice monthly. See RFP amendment for this change. |
| 60 |
| RFP Sec. B and Sec. F |
| CLIN 0003AD |
| Should quantity be 23 vs. 24? (i.e., POP is 24 months, but the 1st status report isn’t due until 10 days after the end of the first month) |
| No. The quantity is 24. The last progress report will be due 10 days following the final periord of performance (24th month). |
| 61 |
| RFP Sec. B |
| CLIN 0003AE |
| Please confirm the quantity is 1 each (i.e., Final only) |
| Quantity is one (1). |
| 62 |
| RFP Sec. B |
| CLIN 0004AB |
| Please confirm the quantity is 1 each |
| Quantity is one (1). |
| 63 |
| RFP Sec. B |
| CLIN 0004AD |
| Please confirm that this deliverable description is Delivery/Test Review (vs. In-Process Review). |
| Correct. Description should read “Delivery/Test Review”. RFP will be amended to correct CLIN description. |
| 64 |
| RFP Sec. H |
| H-6 Responsibility In Subcontracting |
| Please confirm that the only deliverable data hereunder is that data specified under Statement of Work Section 3.4 Technical Data (i.e., no “technology processes, test procedures, data, drawings, or other information” is required to be delivered beyond what is specified in CLIN 0003 and SOW Section 3.4). |
| H-6 refers to access by subcontractors of the prime contractor’s technology processes, test procedures, data, drawings, or other information in order to promote competition among subcontractors. Correct, CLIN0003 and SOW Section 3.4, describe required deliverable technical data. |
| 65 |
| RFP Sec. I |
| Prompt Payment |
| Please add FAR 52.232-25 |
| RFP will be amended to add this clause. |
| 66 |
| SOW |
| 3.4.1 |
| Please confirm that the contractor is only required to deliver one update to the Product Specification (i.e., after delivery of the Draft Product Specification, any “as required” updates are to be delivered via incorporation into a single updated Product Specification). |
| The contract is required to deliver a draft product specification at 6 months and a final updated product specification with the final delivery. |
| 67 |
| SOW |
| 3.4.1 |
| What is the assumed Government review period for the draft Product Specification (to enable completion of updated Product Specification within the allotted timeframe)? |
| The government will provide comments to the draft product specification within 60 days of receipt. |
| 68 |
| SOW |
| 3.4.1 |
| Please confirm that the “final items” referenced here are the 2 MHEES systems (CLIN 0001 which is deliverable 18 MADC) and not the last monthly status report (CLIN 0003AD deliverable 24 MADC) or the final test support (CLIN 0002 deliverable 6 months after CLIN 0001 delivery). |
| “Final items” refers to the 2 MHEES systems. |
| 69 |
| SOW |
| 3.4.2 |
| Please clarify that the results to date are to be briefed at each meeting/review meeting except the “Post Award/Start of work meeting. |
| Results to date should be briefed at each meeting. |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.4 |
| Both DC solar and single phase AC inputs are specified. We assume the DC energy is from the ISPCA. |
| The ISPCA does not produce AC power. |
A: Is the AC a separate generated source or is it the inverted output from the ISPCA?
B. If inverted, is the ISPCA supplied with an inverter, not a microinverter?
| 71 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.9 |
| The 2kW MTG is listed in Section 1.2, but not 3.2.9. Can we use it in the MHEES? |
| It is a CPP to use the generators called out in 3.2.9. The ability to also use a 2kW MTG can be proposed as value added. |
| 72 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.3.1 and 3.3.3 |
| Is the M1102 cargo trailer with walls and tailgate required or can we design our system around the M1102 open chassis trailer? |
| The requirement is to use the MCC-LTT which does not have a tailgate. |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.1 |
| Please provide detailed specifications on the ISPCA including: |
| The ISPCA is not provided with a cable to connect with the MHEES system. Connector type on the ISPCA will be provided at kick-off meeting. |
· Components supplied (controllers, chargers, inverters, etc. supplied) with each ISPCA
· Connections hardware supplied: cable types and connector terminations used.
· Detailed set-up and use instructions or operator manual.
| 74 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.4.3 |
| Same as 3.4.1 but for the AISPCA |
| See answer to question 73. |
| 75 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.6.3 |
| Does the IP67 enclosure refer to the battery module itself, i.e. a "maintenance free battery" or the container in which the modules are placed in the MHEES? |
| Battery module per the specification |
| 76 |
| SOW |
| 3.3 |
| Test Support - states that we just have to support testing that the Government is doing for six (6) months after delivery. Support includes parts, labor and travel. Please confirm if the Government is paying for the testing or, if the vendor needs to include this in their proposal. |
| Support during Government testing is NOT SEPARATELY PRICED. Vendors should include this requirement in their proposal accordingly. |
| 77 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5 |
| Electrical Characteristics - Do we need to provide 50 and 60 HZ at the same time |
| No. |
| 78 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2 |
| Are all outputs required to be available at the same time? |
| No, but as many as possible is desirable. |
| 79 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2 |
| Is it desired to have external power inputs increase the 5KS continuous or 10KW intermittent ratings of the system or just recharge the energy storage. |
| This is dependent on proposed design. |
| 80 |
| General Issue |
| Solicitation Section B |
PD 2.0
SOW 2.0
It is a requirement that many of the MHEES components must pass MIL-STD performance specifications and testing.
Does the MIL-STD equipment testing/certification cost need to be incorporated into the budget of this research and development proposal?
Inclusion of equipment testing and certification costs in a vendor’s proposal is solely at the discretion of the vendor.
| 81 |
| Solicitation |
| L-2.2 Content of Proposal |
M-3.0 Specific Evaluation Criteria
Part III. Past Performance “Only a set of up to three contracts or efforts shall be submitted.”
2. Past Performance “The Government will evaluate the relevancy and the confidence of the offeror’s past performance and its proposed major subcontractors.”
Please confirm the limit of three past performance references applies to the entire proposal, versus 3 per prime contractor and 3 per major subcontractor.
The limit of three past performance references applies to the entire proposal whether acting as a prime contractor or subcontractor.
| 82 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.1. |
| PD does not state the Marine Corps Chassis Light Tactical Trailer (MCC-LTT) is provided GFE. Will the government provide an MCC-LTT? |
| No |
| 83 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.1.d |
| “Solar panels (Provided GFE)“ |
Will the Advanced ISPCA be provided or just the ISPCA?
The ISPCA will be provided.
| 84 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5.2 |
| “3.5.2 The MHEES shall provide 208 Volts AC (60 Hz) output with a surface mounted IEC 60309 receptacle, 3-phase, 5-wire, 30 Amp, 120/208V, 530R9W female pin & sleeve connector. THIS IS A CRITICAL PERFORMANCE PARAMETER (CPP)” |
Can the 3-phase auxiliary on the 5kW AMMPS generator fulfill the Critical Performance Parameter outlined in Purchase Description 3.5.2 or is an additional 3 phase power generation source required?
It is up to the vendor to select their components to their design. The 5kW AMMPS does not have a IEC 60309 receptacle on it.
| 85 |
| Solicitation |
| Page 49 |
| Solicitation text says responses are to be delivered to 2201A Willis Street, the cover page says 2200 Lester. Which is correct? |
| Responses are to be delivered or hand-carried to 2201A Willis Street per the instructions in Section L-1.1. |
| 86 |
| General |
| N/A |
| Could you provide the names of vendors involved with the Ground Renewable Expeditionary Energy Network System (GREENS) program that we could contact/partner with for this proposal? |
| UEC Corporation from Hannah, SC was the successful winner of solicitation M67854-12-R-5021 for the GREENS program. |
| 87 |
| SOW |
| 4.0 – Security Require-ments |
| Could you please confirm the status of the following items of Government Furnished Equipment and Information as ‘Unclassified’ or ‘Sensitive Unclassified’ or other protective marking: |
· In-service Generators (AMMPS, TQGs) – hardware provided to aid integration
· Generator data sheet
· Generator operating manual
· Generator communication protocol type (It is not critical that we are able to exchange information with the generator/generator control panel, but this is something which enhances our hybrid system status reporting to a user if it is possible)
· USMC M1102 Marine Corps Chassis Light Tactical Trailer (MCC-LTT) – hardware provided for integration Government Furnished Equipment and Information referred to in this solicitation is considered “unclassified”.
| 88 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.2.9 - A minimum of 5kW of generator power shall be provided on the MHEES trailer. This/These generator/s shall consist of some combination of the 3kW TQG, 5kW AMMPS, and/or 10kW AMMPS. |
| Does the MHEES core solution need to fit on the first trailer alongside all three of the generator options listed here i.e.: |
a) 5kW AMMPS
b) 10kW AMMPS
c) Two of 3kW TQGs
Or is it acceptable to size the MHEES core system to fit on the first trailer with only one of these generator options e.g. a 5kW AMMPS.
Specific designs will be evaluated when proposals are received. All CPPs must be met.
| 89 |
| Purchase Description |
| 3.5.1 - It is desired that the MHEES has a power distri- |
bution kit designed to distribute 120V AC (60Hz) power within a 12’ x 20’ soft shelter.
| Does this mean that the requirement is for connectors on the MHEES System with sufficient cabling supplied to power one (or more) in-service MEPDIS-R distribution boxes? |
| Specific designs will be evaluated when proposals are received. |
| 90 |
| Solicitation L-3.0 |
| L-3.0 para-graph #1 |
| It is unclear if the technology (design) becomes the property of the government or if the contractor can also market it to other government or commercial entities. |
| Reference DFARs clause 252.227-7013, the Government has unlimited rights to technical data for the systems developed exclusively with Government funds. However, this does not preclude the contractor from marketing it [the system] to other government or commercial entities. |
| 91 |
| Solicitation |
| Section B 0002 |
Section B 0003
Section B 0004
L-2.2 Content of the Proposal “CLIN IS NOT TO BE SEPARATELY PRICED (NSP) As such, no price shall be proposed under unit price or max amount for CLIN.”
“CLIN AND SUB CLINs ARE NOT TO BE SEPARATELY PRICED (NSP) As such, no price shall be proposed under unit price or max amount for CLIN and Sub CLINs.”
Please confirm no pricing is to be listed for any CLIN or SCLIN beyond 0001. If so please clarify what additional information is required for pricing in Parts I and II of the proposal.
Correct, there is to be no pricing entered in Section B of the model contract other than CLIN0001.
Part II requires an MS Excel spreadsheet for all CLINs depicting the corresponding price. CLINs and SLINs, which are not to be separately priced, should reflect “NSP”.
| 92 |
| Solicitation |
| L-2.1 Organization of the Proposal |
| Part II. “executed Certification identified in L-2.2 Part II Pricing, and any other information requested under Part II Business approach below” |
Please clarify this requirement, a reference to a certification is found in Section L-2.2 Part I (1) “Offerors must certify that their respective offer provided in response to solicitation M67854-13-R-5009 does not take any exception to, deviate from or otherwise request a waiver for any of the requirements delineated in solicitation M67854-13-R-5009.”
Section L-2.2 Part I (1) gives instructions to the offeror to certify (put in writing) that the proposal has been prepared completely consistent with the terms and conditions of the solicitation; and that the offeror takes no exceptions, deviations, and/or waivers for any of the requirements in the solicitation.
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| Solicitation |
| L-2.2 Content of the Proposal |
| Part I. Model Contract, “(2) The price proposal shall include a firm-fixed unit price for each separately priced CLIN in SECTION B in the format provided for each CLIN.” |
Part II. Pricing. “All dollar amounts provided in a completed Section B shall be rounded to the nearest dollar.”
Please clarify whether Section B CLIN pricing should appear in duplicate under Part I and Part II.
Yes, pricing should appear in Part I, Model Contract, Section B, as well as Part II, MS Excel Spreadsheet.
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| Solicitation |
| L-2.2 Content of the Proposal |
| Part II. Pricing. “The Offerors shall provide the price(s) in a completed Section B as well as an MS Excel spreadsheet.” |
Please clarify the information and format desired for this spreadsheet.
The spreadsheet should include CLIN(s) numbers and/or description and corresponding pricing. Exact format of the spreadsheet is at the discretion of the offeror.
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| General Issue |
| ITAR Controlled Hardware and Information |
| Could you please confirm whether any of the following hardware or information items are ITAR controlled? |
In-service Generators (AMMPS, TQGs) – hardware provided to aid integration
· Generator data sheet
· Generator operating manual
· Generator communication protocol type
· USMC M1102 Marine Corps Chassis Light Tactical Trailer (MCC-LTT) – hardware provided for integration
· MEPDIS-R distribution system
· ISPCA / Advanced ISPCA solar panels
Review the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 C.F.R Chapter 1,Subchapter M section todetermine whether the items are are TAR controlled.
United States Marine Corps