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| Document/Section |
| Paragraph |
| Question/Issue/Concern |
| Government Response |
| 1 |
| Performance Specification |
| 3.11 |
| What is meant by modified portions of the MCTWS? |
| This statement has been updated in the Performance Specification to remove the word “modified”. |
| 2 |
| Solicitation |
| SECTION L 2.1 |
| The chart indicates Part IV is Operational Effectiveness and Supportability and paragraph 2.2 indicates Part III is Operational Effectiveness. Please clarify. |
| The chart in Section L has been updated to clarify. Part III is the correct part. |
| 3 |
| SOW |
| 6.4.4 |
| Can you provide the CONUS and O'CONUS training locations? So that accurate pricing can be established. |
| The planned training locations have been added to paragraph 6.4.4 of the SOW. |
| 4 |
| Performance Specification |
| 3.4.1.5 |
| ABS is a MCTWS Trailer System Requirement. What does "unless a trailer already in the Army inventory is selected that does not have ABS" mean? |
| PS paragraph 3.4.1.5 has been updated to remove the sentence "unless a trailer already in the Army inventory is selected that does not have ABS." |
| 5 |
| Performance Specification |
| 3.11 |
| Can CARC coating be used everywhere except for high temperature surfaces? |
| CARC paint shall be done in accordance with 3.11. Paragraph 3.11 has been updated to clarify the requirement in Amendment 0001. |
| 6 |
| SOW |
| 3.10.2 |
| What does "Testing both automotive is estimated to take between 3 to 6 Months" mean? |
| This statement has been updated in the SOW The words “both automotive” have been removed. |
| 7 |
| Performance Specification |
| 3.4.4 |
| Will there be some flexibility allowed in changing the size dimensions if it enhances the performance (balance, stability, roadability and maneuverability) of the MCTWS? |
| No. The MCTWS cannot exceed the dimensions stated in 3.4.4. |
| 8 |
| Solicitation |
| Section I 52.209-4 |
| Are all six units only going to be tested at Aberdeen Proving Ground? |
| Yes |
| 9 |
| SOW |
| 3.10.2 |
| "The contractor shall support the government test efforts by providing personnel and support." Does the government expect the contractor to be at the test site for 3-6 months. |
| No, the contractor does not have to stay at the test site for 3-6 months. The Government will require the contractor to be on site for training of test personnel on operation of the system prior to testing commencing. The contractor will also be required be onsite at Aberdeen within 24hrs of a major test failure. SOW paragraph 3.10.2 has been updated to clarify. |
| 10 |
| General |
| N/A |
| In previous solicitation there was reference to the M103A3 Trailer Chassis for the MCTWS. Is that still the recommended trailer chassis for this solicitation? |
| The Government is making no trailer recommendations for the MCTWS design. |
| 11 |
| SOW |
| 2.1 |
| MIL-STD-1388-1 has been cancelled and replaced by MIL-HNBL-502. Can you confirm this since the cancelled reference is still in the solicitation? |
| The SOW has been updated to remove MIL-STD-1388-1 and -2. GEIA-STD-007 has also been moved to the Mandatory Compliance section of the SOW. |
| 12 |
| SOW |
| 3.10.2 |
| “Testing both automotive is estimated to take between 3 and 6 months.” Is this typo? Please clarify. |
| This statement has been updated in the SOW The words “both automotive” have been removed . |
| 13 |
| Performance Spec |
| Table IV |
| Item #201 requirements paragraphs do not match, as well as the verification referenced in the PS. |
| Table IV has been updated to show correct references. |
| 14 |
| Performance Spec |
| Table IV |
| Item 202-204, Verification Paragraph are also not referenced correctly as the paragraph referenced in PS is non-existent. |
| Table IV has been updated to show correct references. |
| 15 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No. 0004 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 16 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0005 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 17 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0006 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 18 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0007 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 19 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0008 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.2.1. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 20 |
| Solicitation |
| item No 0009 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.2.2. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 21 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0010 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.2.3. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 22 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0011 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1.2. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 23 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0012 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1.3. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 24 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0013 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1.4. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 25 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0014 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1.5. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 26 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No. 0015 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1.6. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 27 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 0016 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1.7. We don't see that paragraph in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 28 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 1002 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 29 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 1003 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 30 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 1004 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 31 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 1005 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 32 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 2002 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 33 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 2003 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 34 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 2004 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 35 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 2005 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 36 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 3002 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 37 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 3003 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 38 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 3004 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 39 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 3005 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 40 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 4002 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 41 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 4003 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 42 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 4004 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 43 |
| Solicitation |
| Item No 4005 |
| States IAW SOW 6.1.1 and 6.1.2.4. We don't see those paragraphs in the SOW. |
| The CLIN description has been updated to reflect the correct SOW reference. |
| 44 |
| General |
| N/A |
| Can a contractor submit more than one proposal? |
| No. |
| 45 |
| SOW |
| 3.3.1 |
| Can you provide us with an estimate on how many times we may need to travel to government facilities for meetings? |
| The estimate is five over the life of the contract. SOW paragraph 3.3.1 has been updated to clarify. |
| 46 |
| SOW |
| 3.10.2 |
| You say the testing can take between 3 and 6 months. Can you provide how many actual testing days will fall within the 3 to 6 months timeframe. Need for budgeting travel and manpower support. |
| No, the contractor does not have to stay at the test site for 3-6 months. The Government will require the contractor to be on site for training of test personnel on operation of the system prior to testing commencing. The contractor will also be required be onsite at Aberdeen within 24hrs of a major test failure. SOW paragraph 3.10.2 has been updated to clarify. |
| 47 |
| General Issue |
| N/A |
| In October 2012 the Marines awarded an $18.4M contract (M67854-13-D-5008) to Schutt Industries for the procurement of 289 MCTWS systems. The contract had five one-year ordering periods. While there are noted differences between the previous MCTWS Purchase Description and current MCTWS Performance Specification, (1) what is the status of the previous M67854-13-D-5008 effort; and (2) will the new M67854-14-R-5040 effort replace the previously acquired MCTWS systems in order to have a single system inventory? |
| The system procured under this contract will be the sole MCTWS configuration in the USMC inventory. |
| Are photos, drawings, and/or manuals available of the current system? |
| Yes, they are available by request through the contract specialist. They will be delivered via ARMDEC. |
| Has a prototype/production unit been manufactured? |
| No |
| If a prototype/production unit has been manufactured, is it available for review? |
| No |
| If a prototype/production unit has been manufactured, who designed and built it? |
| No |
| In October 2012, Schutt Industries was awarded a multi-year contract for the MCTWS. The performance specifications for the contract awarded to Schutt Industries and the current solicitation appear to be the same. Is Schutt Industries still under contract for the MCTWS? |
| No |
| CLINs 0011 through 0017 refer to the Training Materials, yet there are no CDRLs for these items. We need the CDRLs to give us the technical requirements. |
| The technical requirements for CLINs 0011-0016 can be found in the SOW paragraphs 6.1.1.2-6.1.1.7. CLIN 0017 can be found in SOW 3.9 and CDRL A004. |
| CLINs 0026 through 0031 refer to the Technical Manuals, yet there are no CDRLs for these items. We need the CDRLs and TMCR for the technical requirements. |
| The technical requirements for CLINs 0026-0030 can be found in the SOW paragraphs 5.5-5.10. CLIN 0031 does not exist. |
| There is no CLIN assigned to the PCA in Section B, but it is in Attachment F as CLIN 0024. Please advise. |
| The PCA CLIN was inadvertently left out of Section B in the model contract. It has been added in Amendment 0001 and the CLINs have been renumbered in Section B to match the numbering in Attachment F. |
| 56 |
| SOW and CDRL |
| 4.5.4.8.1 and CDRL C006 |
| CDRL C006 and CDRL C007 appear to be the same requirement. Can you please clarify? |
| The SOW and CDRLs have been revised to remove the paragraphs regarding Supplemental Data for Provisioning (SDFP) and its corresponding CDRL C006. The SOW and CDRLs have been renumbered accordingly. Paragraph 4.5.4.8 and CDRL C006 now refer to Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP). |
| 57 |
| SOW |
| 4.3.3 |
| Are all of the listed tools in this Table specifically described in Table III of the Performance Specification? |
| No. The table in section 4.3.3 of the SOW lists tools already fielded in the Marine Corps that will be used to conduct field level maintenance of the MCTWS. These tools are not required to be provided by the contractor. Table III of the Performance Specification lists items that are required to be provided with the MCTWS. |
| 58 |
| P. Spec. |
| 3.3.12 |
| Can you please elaborate on the GFE BOB Tool Kit? Specifically the weight/dimensions and will it already be in its Rapid Inventory, Visual Cue and Proximate Storage Configuration? |
| Length: 18.0 in |
Width: 6.0 in (case closed) Height: 16.0 in Weight: 27.00 lbs The BOB Tool Kit may or may not be in a Rapid Inventory, Visual Cue and Proximate Storage Configuration. The BOB is already fielded and vendors are not required to reconfigure the BOB Tool Kit. The BOB shall be kept in the supplied configuration.
| What format will the TM be written to (i.e. Word, XML, SGML, S1000D, etc.)? If XML, SGML, what software is expected (i.e. Frame Maker, Arbortext, etc.)? |
| The format requirements can be found in MIL-STD-40051-2A - Preparation of Digital Technical Information for Page – Based Technical Manuals and MIL-STD-40051-5A - Parts Information (PI) and Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL). |
| What format will the vector line drawing be developed in (.ai, .cgm, etc.)? |
| See Response 59. |
| For planning purposes only - Lists the quantities of MCTWS for each ordering period. Comparing this to the Attachment D - Delivery Locations and Quantities, how do you estimate shipping price when you don't know if you will be delivering 10 MCTWS to one location or 10 MCTWS to 10 different locations per delivery order? Is there a priority according to the order the delivery locations are listed in the Attachment D? |
| The delivery locations in Attachment D are in the estimated order of delivery. |
| 62 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 3.3.2 changed to 3.3.1.1. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 63 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 3.3.3 changed to 3.3.1.2. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 64 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1 changed to 6.2. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 65 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.1 changed to 6.3. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 66 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.2 changed to 6.3.1 |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 67 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.3 changed to 6.3.2. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 68 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.4 changed to 6.3.3. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 69 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.5 changed to 6.3.4. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 70 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.6 changed to 6.3.5. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 71 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.1.7 changed to 6.3.6. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 72 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.2 changed to 6.4. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 73 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.2.1 changed to 6.4.1. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 74 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.2.2 changed to 6.4.2. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 75 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.2.3 changed to 6.4.3. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 76 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.2.4 changed to 6.4.4. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 77 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.2.5 changed to 6.4.5. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 78 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.3 changed to 7.1.1. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 79 |
| Attachment C |
| Requirements Traceability Matrix |
| With Amendment 0001 - Paragraphs in the SOW have changed. Paragraph 6.1.4 changed to 7.1.2. |
| Attachment C – The Requirements Traceability Matrix has been updated in Amendment 0002. |
| 80 |
| Perf. Spec. |
| 3.3.1 and 3.3.6 |
| Can you please clarify? Is the government's intent to have two Air Compressors? Also sourcing an Air Compressor that has a minimum ouput a 6.5 CFM has so far proven to be difficult. Will the legacy Air Compressor suffice? |
| The MCTWS requires only one air compressor. The 6.5 cfm is only the minimum requirement. The Government will not state what compressor to use since installation will affect the air compressor’s ability to meet the requirement. |
| The vendor is requesting a two week extension for the response date from 13 August 2014 to 27 August 2014. |
| The Government has agreed to the request. Amendment 0003 reflects the new submission deadline. |
| 82 |
| SOW |
| 5.1 - Technical Manual Requirements |
| For this paragraph it reads “The contractor shall develop new Operation and Maintenance TMs……” and goes on further to say “The TMs shall include a complete RPSTL”. Should we plan for just one manual (-14&P again) or if they want two manuals this time? The second statement leads us to think that ‘TMs’ (plural) is a typo. |
| The manual can be one manual with everything inclusive. A separate RPSTL should be utilized when the volume of information is too large to insert into one manual. |
| 83 |
| SOW |
| 5&6- Pubs and Training |
| Do you want the trailer manual to be separate or part of the MCTWS manual? If separate what type manual do you want? Would the Operators and Maintenance training plans be separate from the MCTWS or will they be combined? |
| No separate trailer manual is required. Operator and maintainer training plans must be separate from the MCTWS manual. |
| 84 |
| SOW |
| 3.4.2.1 PDR |
| The BOM is scheduled for delivery 60 days after contract award so can you estimate or provide the date you would schedule the PDR “after” contract award? The PDR drives engineering design which would mean an accurate BOM can only be achieved after the conclusion of the PDR. In addition, PDR studies are to be submitted to the government 30 days prior to the PDR. We are assuming the PDR studies will need to be submitted before the post award meeting? |
| The post award meeting (PAM) shall be held 30 after contract award. Preliminary Design Review (PDR) shall be held 60 days after contract award. BOM shall be delivered, in Microsoft compatible format, 30 days after the PDR. The SOW has been updated in Amendment 0003. |
| 85 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.3.3.3 |
| Exothermic Cutter is called out but the only part that appears on table III is for a Washer without a part number or manufacturer? What is required? |
| The performance specification has the overarching requirement that must be met by the system. Table III gets into specific requirements for piece parts but not all parts required to meet performance requirements are listed in table III. A vendor should propose all consumables required based on its MCTWS design. |
This washer is a rubber washer used behind the collet and is considered to be a consumable. New system may or may not require this washer.
| 86 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.3.2.1.4 |
| Pulse control what process is this to be used with mig or tig? |
| As stated in PS 3.3.2.1 pulse control is required for GMAW (MIG) only. |
| 87 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.5.1.1 |
| Welding Curtains there are no dimensions listed what size curtains are to be supplied? |
| The size of the curtain is based on the size of the sheltered area which covers the work bench. The curtain shall provide enough coverage so that welding operations are unable to be seen from the outside of the curtain. |
| 88 |
| P. Spec |
| Table III |
| There are three sizes of Welding electrodes Tungsten 1/6” 3/32” and 1/8” these are sold by the package of 10 pieces but the qty listed is 5lbs please clarify? |
| Qtys of 10 for the Welding electrodes Tungsten 1/16” 3/32” and 1/8” are acceptable. The quantities have been updated in Amendment 0003. |
| 89 |
| P. Spec |
| Table III |
| One the items called out on this list is “Stainless Steel Bundle 5LBs do you have a manufacturer or part number for this? |
| This requirement has been removed from Table III in Amendment 0003. |
| 90 |
| P. Spec |
| Table III |
| One of the items called out on this is a ¼” Collet Chuck do you have a manufacturer or part number for this? |
| There are many vendors that manufacture a ¼” Collet Chuck. |
| 91 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.3.1.3 |
| MCTWS shall have a welder capable of providing 300 amperes and at least 32VDC using JP-8 fuel. Is it assumed that the welder and generator are a single unit, or is it acceptable to provide a generator and welding unit that operate independently of each other? We have been unable to source a single unit generator/welder that is capable of running off of utility power, thus requiring the purchase of a second welding machine. |
| The MCTWS shall be configured with an engine powered welder(s) capable of field weld repair for outdoor operations with a plug-in non-engine-powered welding for indoor operations. It is acceptable to supply a separate welder to meet the shore power requirements if an engine driven welder is unable to meet the shore power requirement. |
| 92 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.1.2, table III |
| A ground cable W/clamp, 10 foot is called out but we don't see a ground rod called out. Do you have other plans for a ground rod or does one need to be provided? |
| The MCTWS shall conform to all Federal Laws and regulations governing safety, noise levels and pollution, which are in effect on the date of solicitation or publicly known to be scheduled for implementation during the performance of the contract this includes NEC codes for electrical. Yes, a ground rod should be supplied. |
| 93 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.1.2, table III |
| Hose reel W/2/0 cable-ground cable and electrode Qty 4 ea, is the quantity you have listed correct? |
| This qty should be (1) not (4). The PS has been updated in Amendment 0003. |
| 94 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.1.2, table III |
| A Hose, Gas Qty 1, it doesn't list the size hose or the length of the hose. Can we get some dimensions/sizes? |
| Hose sizes and dimensions should be able to meet the overarching performance requirements for MIG and TIG per the PS. |
| 95 |
| SOW |
| 5.6 |
| The MCTWS TMs to be written IAW MIL-STD-40051. However, the existing MCTWS TM is a mix of military work package format, embedded COTS manuals, and embedded military trailer manual. For the new MCTWS effort, are embedded COTS manuals and embedded military trailer TM acceptable or must all content appear in the MIL-STD-40051 work package format? |
| TM must be in USMC work package format IAW MIL-STD-40051. |
| 96 |
| SOW |
| 5.6 |
| Are Field and Sustainment Level Parts breakdown required for all components, such as engine, generator, compressor, welders, etc.? |
| Field and Depot level maintenance. |
Parts breakdown for the MCTWS shall include Field and Depot level repairs. However Depot Level Maintenance (rebuild) tasks, such as the engine, starter, alternator, compressor, welders, generators, etc. will not be incorporated in the TM.
| 97 |
| SOW |
| 5.6 |
| Are Field and Sustainment Level Maintenance task development required for all assemblies and sub-assemblies, such as engine, generator, compressor, welders, etc.? |
| Field and Depot level maintenance. |
Operation and Maintenance tasks for the MCTWS will include Field and Depot. Rebuild maintenance tasks will not be developed for TMs or training of the MCTWS.
| 98 |
| P. Spec |
| Table III |
| Table III lists the "Welding Electrodes, Tungsten, 1/6"" quantity as 5lbs. Tungsten electrodes are not typically sold by the pound. Should table III read qty 5EA? |
| The quantity has been updated in Amendment 0003. |
| 99 |
| Solicitation |
| Section L 2.2 |
| For Planning Purposes Only - Paragraph and table below the paragraph state a total number of 179 MCTWS: 24 Base year, 33 year 1, 92 year 2, and 30 year 3. In Section B Item No. 0001 calls for 30 MCTWS, Item No. 1001 calls for 33 MCTWS, Item No. 2001 calls for 92 MCTWS, Item No. 3001 calls for 30 MCTWS, and Item No. 4001 calls for 5 MCTWS. The total number from Section B is 190 MCTWS. What quantities should be used for pricing the proposal? |
| The quantities in Section B of the model contract and Attachment B. Those are the quantities the Government will use for evaluation purposes. |
| For Pricing Purposes for the OCONUS shipping, what is the port of embarkation? |
| It could be one of three ports: Port of San Diego, Los Angeles, or Hueneme. |
| 101 |
| P. Spec |
| Section 3.3.1 |
| Does simultaneous "welding capability" mean that the engine driven welding unit must provide 300A, 32V while providing compressed air, plasma cutting, and 3kVA of 120V AC ? Or can the 300A, 32V be de-rated while simultaneously providing the other capabilities? |
| The welding output can be derated while simultaneously providing the other capabilities. Section 3.3.1 of the PS has been revised in Amendment 0003. |
| 102 |
| SOW |
| 4.5.4.8 |
| Supplemental Data for Provisioning (SDFP) appears to have been deleted from the SOW, along with the CDRL. As a result the RTM Amendment 0001is no longer correct. |
| This has been corrected in Amendment 0003. |
| 103 |
| SOW |
| 4.5.4.8.1 |
| SDFP submission appears to have been deleted from the SOW, along with the CDRL. As a result the RTM Amendment 0001 is no longer correct. |
| This has been corrected in Amendment 0003 |
| 104 |
| SOW |
| 4.5.4.9 |
| Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP) paragraph changed in the SOW to 4.5.4.8. As a result the RTM Amendment 0001 is no longer correct. |
| This has been corrected in Amendment 0003 |
| 105 |
| SOW |
| 4.5.4.9.1 |
| Detail Drawings paragraph changed in the SOW to 4.5.4.8.1. As a result the RTM Amendment 0001 is no longer correct. |
| This has been corrected in Amendment 0003 |
| 106 |
| SOW |
| 4.5.4.9.2 |
| EDFP Submission paragraph changed in the SOW to 4.5.4.8.2. As a result the RTM Amendment 0001 is no longer correct. |
| This has been corrected in Amendment 0003 |
| 107 |
| P. Spec |
| Table III |
| The description of the Welding Electrodes, Tungsten items describes tungsten electrodes which are used for GTAW welding, but the NSN number does not match the description. The NSN numbers refer to cutting electrodes not associated with GTAW or Tungsten. Please clarify. |
| The NSN has been removed in a revised PS in Amendment 0004 to the RFP. |
| 108 |
| P. Spec |
| 3.3.8 |
| Performance Spec Section 3.3.8 Linear Products states, "Flexible linear products, such as gas hoses, electrical cables, and electrode cables that are twenty five feet in length or greater shall be stored on spring loaded reels. Flexible linear products that are less than twenty five feet in length shall be stored on mounting brackets or in storage containers. All compressed air hoses shall have quick disconnect fittings." To conform with this spec, the MCTWS will be equipped with at least 10 spring loaded reels. 1 reel for the 50' cable mentioned in 3.3.1.2, 6 reels listed in Table III, 1 reel to accommodate the " Weld Cable Stinger Electrode Holder, 25 ft" listed in Table III, 1 reel for the "Electrode Cable Extension, 50 ft" listed in Table III, and 1 reel for the "Air Hose, 1/2", 50 ft, Goodyear" listed in Table III. Is this correct? |
| PS Section 3.3.8 has been updated in Amendment 0004 to the RFP. |
| 109 |
| P. Spec |
| Table III |
| Table III lists "Hose Reel W/ 1/2" - Air, 50 ft" and "Air Hose, 1/2", 50 ft, Goodyear". This would mean that the MCTWS needs to have qty 2 50' air hoses. And since " Air Hose, 1/2", 50 ft, Goodyear" is over 25' it would require an additional spring loaded reel to conform with section 3.3.8. Is this correct? |
| Table III has been updated in Amendment 0004 to the RFP. |
| We are assuming that we will be submitting the pricing matrix only, and not the CLIN pricing associated with Form 33. Is that correct? |
| No, as stated in Section L, Part I – Price. Offerors are required to fill out the model contract and all CLINs in the SF 33 as well as Attachment B – Pricing Submission Worksheet. |
| Is the design open for this contract as it was originally, or will we be building the units per the design from the previous manufacturer? |
| The design is open. |
| 112 |
| PS |
| 3.3.1.2 and 3.3.8 |
| Para 3.3.8 states that flexible linear products over 25 feet must be stowed on a reel. Does this also include the utility power cable in Para 3.3.1.2? |
| PS Section 3.3.8 has been updated in Amendment 0004 to the RFP. |
| 113 |
| PS |
| Table III and 3.3.8 |
| Table 3, there is a 50' air hose on a reel listed in the Equipment list as well as a spare 50' air hose. Does the spare air hose also need to be loaded on a reel, or may it be stored? |
| Table III has been updated in Amendment 0004 to the RFP. |
| 114 |
| Other |
| CLIN structure |
| We don't see a CLIN that would be used to purchase the 6 First Article Units. How would they be purchased and invoiced? |
| This is an IDIQ contract. The government will order the FAT units on the first delivery order under CLIN 0001. |
| 115 |
| Other |
| CLIN Structure |
| Can we add a 4th step quantity to base year as it is listed in years 2-5? |
| Yes. |
In accordance with the response from the Government to Industry questions in Amendment 4, the Government indicated that pricing in Attachment B was also to be provided on Form SF 33.
When our pricing analyst went to complete the form, he noted that there was not a CLIN for Item 0030 "Final Reproducible Copy (FRC)".
Can you please advise how we should address this omission in the Form.
A conformed copy has been uploaded on FBO assist with this issue. The FRC was CLIN 0029 originally and got renumbered to 0030 in Amendment 0001 when CLIN 0024 was added.
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