QA_.pdf

Questions & Answers

1) Is this response to be submitted as an RFQ, on offeror’s letterhead? If not, is it possible to get the contact of the posting in a separate document to complete and return? What is on beta.sam is a 31 page long broken form.

Please Submit Quote on letterhead.

2) Is this a replacement contract that calls for new equipment to replace old equipment that is on a contract that will expire soon? If so, who is the incumbent and what is the contract number?

Contract (N0025916F0228) is expiring on 9/1/2020. Contract provides new machine once awarded to replace the machine from current contract.

3) What does the end user want to do with the equipment at the end of the final option year?

This is a lease. Equipment will be returned to the vendor.

4) The attached SOW mentions reagents. Is there any historical usage data?

No historical data.

5) Is there a brand name preference of the equipment?

No Brand Name preference so long as the equipment can meet the requirement based on the solicitation and SOW provided.

6) What is the planned full contract term?

Base plus 4 option years provided on the solicitation.

7) Is this a firm fixed price, all items included?

Yes, all items included as described in the SOW.