8-28-23 Questions for N0001923R0653.pdf
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This document contains questions and answers related to solicitation N0001923R0653 for the transportation of one P-8 aircraft engine. The solicitation seeks transportation services for a CFM56-7B27AE aircraft engine with an estimated replacement cost of $18 million. A tarp and securing devices must be provided by the contractor to transport the engine, which will be loaded and unloaded by equipment at pick-up and delivery points. Dimensions and weight are specified in Amendment 0001. Acceptable trailers include curtain-sided flatbeds. The engine can be transported on a consolidated load if other items do not impact the engine, dolly or cradle. The solicitation was issued by the Department of the Navy Naval Air Systems Command to support insurance and transportation of the engine.
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| File | Type | Posted |
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| Amendment 0001 ROKN CFM56-7 RFQ.pdf | ||
| 8-23-23 Questions for N0001923R0653.pdf |
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Questions and Answers for RFQ N0001923R0653 Transportation of One (1) P-8 Aircraft Engines
1. Does it come with a tarp or do I need to provide one? I believe I saw somewhere stating it has a tarp but rope was required to hold it down.
The contractor will have to provide a tarp and securing devices as identified in the RFQ. The engine comes with a cover, but the tarp protects the engine cover from environmental hazards. Boeing will monitor during the chain and tarp as identified in the RFQ.
2. Is $34k the price of the engine or the starting negotiation price?
As provided in the RFQ, “The engine has an estimated replacement cost of $18 million.”
The RFQ also states, “A small business concern for the purposes of this procurement, under this NAICS code, is defined by the U.S Small Business Administration as a business, including its affiliates, averaging no more than $34 million in annual receipts.”
3. Can you provide the dimensions and weight of the cargo?
This information is provided in the requirements section of Amendment 0001 of the RFQ.
4. Can a conestoga flatbed trailer be used for transport? It has a pull-back curtain system for a tarp.
Yes, as long as it meets the requirements of the RFQ.
5. On pick-up and delivery is there going to be the appropriate equipment to load and off load the Engine?
This information is provided in the requirements section of Amendment 0001 of the RFQ.
6. Does the engine need dedicated delivery services or can we transport on a consolidated basis?
The engine can be on a consolidated load but it’s essential that any other items not impact or interfere with the engine, dolly or cradle.
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