D12 25R6017 Response to vendor questions.docx

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Sandblast Grit Removal Service (TRF Bangor)
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The document is a response to vendor questions for a Navy solicitation (N4523A25R6017) for Sandblast Grit Removal Service at Trident Refit Facility Bangor. The contract requires removal of 282 skids (approximately 1.24 million lbs.) of spent garnet sandblast grit from the S/71A laydown area outside the Waterfront Restricted Area. This is a 100% small business set-aside Firm Fixed Price commercial service contract with a performance period from 19 May 2025 to 18 July 2025.

Key details from the vendor Q&A include confirmation that the Navy will complete required documentation for material removal, the grit has not been used on lead-containing surfaces, and it contains paint chips and blast debris. The government will load trucks, and the material is regulated by RCRA. Vendors are required to submit pricing and required documents by 14 Apr 2025 at 9:00 am PST, with questions due by 1 Apr 2025 at 9:00 am PST. This is a standalone requirement with no identified incumbent contractor.

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Q: Will the Navy complete the required WIS and other documents to remove the material from the base?

A: Yes.

Q: Can you advise if the grit has been used to remove paint containing lead, petrochemicals or heavy metals?

A: It has not.

Q Hazardous Materials Testing: Has there been any testing conducted to determine if the spent garnet sandblast grit contains hazardous materials?

A: Yes.

Q: Project Start Date: While the solicitation indicates a 60-day performance period from the Notice to Proceed (NTP), could you provide an estimated date for the issuance of the NTP?

A: Not able to provide an answer. The Period of Performance (POP) is 19 May 2025 – 18 July 2025

Q: Will Bangor load material onto conveyance? Ie will a forklift/pallet jack be provided?

A: Yes.

Q: Is the material regulated by RCRA? Do you have analytical to support the designation? A: Yes.

Q: Can you provide SDS of the product A: Yes.

Q: Regarding 19.D for the submittal requirements. GSE only contracts with the government. We are not able to provide pricing for like materials from commercial companies. We can provide clin lists of our DLA contracts that have same/similar CLIN's. Will this be acceptable.

A: This is a Firm Fixed Price commercial service contract, please price accordingly.

Q: Would I be able to arrange a site visit to view the laydown area and packaging type/quality?

A: Yes.

Q: Is there an incumbent for this request?

A: This is a stand-alone requirement, no incumbent found.

Q: Will we need to rent a forklift or is there one available to load the skids?

A: 71A will load the truck.

Q: Also, what kind of contamination is in the grit? Any heavy metals?

A: Paint chips, blast debris. No heavy metals.

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