Questions Received from the Solicitation_ANSWERED.pdf

USS Kearsarge Portable Toilet Trailers and Handwashing Stations Solicitation: N0018926QL1660001 / N0018926QL1660002 (Amendment)

Questions & Answers

Q1. Who is the incumbent?

A1. N/A. This is a new requirement.

Q2. How much was the award for?

A2. N/A. Please see answer to No. 1.

Q3. What is the contract number?

A3. N/A. Please see answer to No. 1.

Q4. Does the SOW require daily &/or weekly cleaning, maintenance and restocking?

A4. The porta-potties will only be used for the 1-day VIP event (at Anchor/NYC) and not be used on the other 14 days at all.

Q5. How often does the SOW require emptying and disposal of waste?

A5. The Husbanding Service Provider (HSP) contracted for the ship’s visit to NYC has agreed to dispose of the waste after the July 4th reception and prior to the ship’s return to Norfolk.

Q6. Does the SOW require handwashing stations?

A6. Yes. The SOW has been amended. Please see N0018926QL1660002.

Q7. Will electrical power be provided onboard the USS Kearsarge for the restroom trailers? If so, please provide the available voltage, amperage, connection type, and quantity of connections available.

A7. Ship has several 110v/15a receptacles ready available - same everyday receptacles as you would see in a home. My team will conduct a safety check of any equipment that is brought onboard to ensure its safety grounded before plugging it into our onboard electrical distribution system.

Q8. Will potable water hookups be available onboard for the restroom trailers?

A8. Yes, potable water connections will be available.

Q9. Will sewer or gray-water discharge connections be available onboard, or must the restroom trailers be completely self-contained for the duration of the rental period?

A9. The HSP will provide hoses and pumps for waste disposal. However, Contractors must submit the trailer’s connection outlet size in their quote so the HSP can provide an adequately-sized adapter.

Q10. If the trailers are required to be self-contained, will servicing/pumping be permitted while the vessel is underway, or only while in port?

A10. See answers to questions no. 5 and no. 9.

Q11. Are generators required to be included in the contractor's quotation, or will shipboard power be provided?

A11. Shipboard power will be provided. Please see answer to question no. 7.

Q12. What are the maximum dimensions, weight limitations, and access route requirements for loading the restroom trailers aboard the vessel?

A12. The trailers will be stored on the ship’s Aircraft Elevator (ACE), which is 45 ft. x 50 ft. The trailers would need to be of a size where the full quantity (four trailers) could fit within this space and allow for walking area between trailers (depending on configuration). Additionally, there is no preference as to whether the handwashing stations are internal or external. However, external handwashing stations would need to fit within the above mentioned space limitations along with the trailers.

Q13. Will crane support or shipboard lifting equipment be provided for loading and unloading the restroom trailers, or is the contractor responsible for all lifting and placement operations?

A13. Contractors are only required to provide delivery of the units to Naval Station Norfolk. Crane support will be coordinated separately by the Government. Contractors shall provide dimensions, weight, and lift requirements with their proposal submissions.

Q14. Are there any specific NAVSEA, shipboard safety, fire protection, or electrical certification requirements beyond those stated in the solicitation?

A14. The only requirement is that the equipment must be 3-prong grounded circuit for shipboard use – the vendor can check the end of the power cable to check to ensure it has a lead for the ground and our electricians will do the safety checks before plugging it into the ship’s system.

Q15. Will contractors require escort services for delivery personnel accessing Naval Station Norfolk and the vessel, or can personnel obtain temporary access credentials?

A15. If the vendor does not have CACs, then yes. Once contract is awarded, the ship will coordinate with vendor to receive temporary access with the base. Additionally, a vehicle inspection will be required at Gate 5.

Q16. Is there a designated point of contact available for a pre-award site visit or coordination regarding shipboard loading requirements?

A16. Yes. POC will be provided to contract awardee.

Q17. The solicitation references Executive Portable Restroom Trailers. To ensure all offerors are providing comparable equipment, can the Government clarify the desired interior finish level?

o Standard Restroom Trailer o Executive / Mid-Luxury Restroom Trailer o Luxury / VIP Restroom Trailer

Alternatively, please provide the minimum interior features expected.

A17. Executive / Mid-Luxury Restroom Trailer is preferred. Individual, fully enclosed commodes with A/C and at least one accessible mirror, if possible. Hand washing stations can be internal or separate.

Q18. Are air-conditioned and heated restroom trailers required or preferred?

A18. Air conditioning is required, the units will be sitting out in the sun on the deck.

Q19. The rental period extends from June 26, 2026 through July 10, 2026. Will the contractor be required to provide any servicing during the rental period, including:

o Pump-out services o Waste removal o Cleaning services o Water replenishment

Or is the requirement limited to delivery, setup, rental, and removal?

A19. The Contractor will be responsible for delivery and removal only.

Q20. Will the restroom trailers be positioned aboard USS KEARSARGE (LHD-3) or dockside adjacent to the vessel?

A20. Trailers will be onloaded to the ship on 26 JUN, stored and transported to NYC for the 04 JUL reception, then returned to Norfolk on 10 JUL.