Vendor_questions_and_answers.pdf

1. The Technical Evaluation sheet provided in the Instructions to Offerors states that the aircraft must be on the AMC carrier list and approved for paradrop operation. This is additionally noted in the Statement of Work. However, the opening sentence of the Statement of Work also suggests the aircraft must also be CARB authorized, which is inconsistent with the earlier statement.

a. Will the Government please clarify: Is the requirement for aircraft to be on the AMC carrier list only?

-Remove CARB

2. The Instructions to Offerors states, “Potential bidders should submit bids in the same CLIN structure as outlined in the solicitation for bid evaluation purposes;” however, no CLIN structure is provided with the solicitation. Will the Government please provide a CLIN structure for bidding?

-Due to the CLIN structure not being provided please go by the last line, " However, an alternate line item structure can be submitted as an additional attachment consolidating like line items and pricing for award consideration."

3. Will the Government clarify whether or not repositioning hours are to be included and used out of the 200 requested blade hours, or if repositioning should be identified and priced separately (i.e., clarify usable blade hours for training versus repositioning)?

-Included in 200 hr

4. Does the facility need to be climate controlled?

-No Facility required

5. Does the Government require padded pack space and will a minimum of 1800 square feet be sufficient?

-Not required

6. Will a facility space of a minimum of 3,000 square feet be sufficient for the Government's needs?

-Not required

7. Does the Government require climate controlled locked storage for equipment?

-Not required

8. Per the Instructions_to_Offerors - "25 Offer shall clearly identify which date(s) are being quoted for each location (see SOW, para 7 for available event dates)" .

- Paragraph 25 of the Instructions to Offerors does not apply to this requirement.

9. Per the Instructions_to_Offerers - "4.5 OVERNIGHT STORAGE FACILITY - Shall have double locked and provide adequate security for life support equipment"

Are there any guidelines for specifications or minimum storage capacity?

- 4.4 OVERNIGHT STORAGE FACILITY - Vendor shall provide or find suitable storage location

This language is to ensure the vendor has suitable storage for their personal equipment, i.e. plane, safety gear, etc.