C9 26Q1315 QA 0002_SIOP Trucking Services.pdf

N4523A26Q1315 SIOP Trucking Services Questions and Answers 0002

1. How many guard shacks are expected to be moved as part of this project?

A. The current inventory includes five (5) guard shacks designated for relocation. Each unit measures 8' Wide by 10' Long and weighs approximately 8,000 lbs. While the precise height is unverified, all units are confirmed to be under 11.5 feet tall.

For planning purposes, contractors are advised that the Government historically utilizes a step-deck trailer for these moves, which can safely accommodate up to four (4) guard shacks per trip while remaining under legal height limits.

2. Is there a more detailed inventory available, or is the current Synopsis/Redacted list complete and accurate?

A. The breakdown below is based on the equivalent of 125 loads (using a 53-foot trailer capacity) required to be relocated by September 30, 2026. Please note that quantities are current as of May 1, 2026, and remain subject to change due to ongoing operations. The subsequent 50 “as-needed” loads are anticipated to consist of similar materials. All loads may be mixed and consolidated to maximize trailer capacities.

• Timbers: Approx. 530 units (15" x 15" x 16-20' long). Weight: 800-1,000 lbs each (~467,000 lbs total). Estimated 11-15 loads.

• Guard Shacks: Qty 5 (8' W x 10' L). Weight: 8,000 lbs each (~40,000 lbs total).

• Shipping Containers: Approx. 100 20-foot containers and 11 10-foot containers.

Weight range: 10,000-20,000 lbs each (no container will exceed 34,000 lbs).

Assume capacity to transport 2 containers per trip.

• Container Dumpsters (20ft): Approx. 20 units. Weight: 10,000 lbs each. Assume capacity to transport 2 dumpsters per trip.

• Large Equipment: Approx. 70 units. Footprints ranging from 6'x8' up to 8'x20'.

Weight: 10,000-16,000 lbs each (~901,000 lbs total).

• Long Items (Gangways/Vent Piping Racks): Qty 32 (5' W x 4' H x 30-35' long).

Weight: Average 5,500 lbs each (~172,000 lbs total). Estimated 16 loads.

• Scaffolding Racks: Varying sizes/types totaling 21,600 sq. ft. of material (can be stacked two-high). Estimated 25-30 loads.

• Palletized and Non-Palletized Materials: Assorted sizes and weights. Actual quantities are unavailable due to ongoing operations.

3. Has a move management plan already been developed, and if so, could you share any relevant details?

A. No. A move management plan has not been developed. Post-award, the contractor will coordinate with the COR to establish a mutually agreed-upon movement plan.

4. Is there a preferred sequence for moving items?

A. No. The sequence of movements and optimization strategy will be coordinated post-award between the COR and contractor based on their selected trailer types.

Contractors are encouraged to be able to mix and consolidate cargo types to maximize trailer capacity on every trip.

5. Have there been previous moving challenges that we should be aware of?

A. Yes, challenges primarily related to base access and installation infrastructure.

Offerors should factor the following into their planning:

• Security & Badging (Citizenship Requirement): Base access requires strict adherence to security protocols. All contractor drivers and personnel accessing PSNS&IMF controlled sites on NBK-Bangor and Bremerton must be United States citizens to qualify for and receive the proper badging. Delays in badging processing can impact schedules if not initiated promptly.

• Base Navigation & Construction: NBK-Bremerton is currently undergoing significant construction at various locations. This active construction environment can cause delays and make it challenging for large commercial vehicles to navigate base roadways. Drivers should be prepared for detours, narrowed lanes, and increased transit times inside the perimeter.

6. What steps can we take to make your personnel's job easier throughout the project?

A. The Government appreciates a proactive approach. To ensure smooth operations and assist Government personnel throughout the project, we recommend focusing on the following:

• Utilize Drop Trailers: Implementing a drop-trailer strategy (where space allows) is the single biggest factor in maximizing efficiency. It allows Government forklift operators to load/unload independently without drivers waiting or feeling rushed.

• Clear, Daily Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with the COR. Providing accurate daily schedules and notifying the team immediately of any delays, gate access issues, or equipment swaps ensures our loading teams are staged and ready when the truck arrives.

• Equipment Readiness: Ensure trailers arrive with decks cleared, dunnage/straps organized, and (if using curtain-side trailers) enclosures fully retracted.

Unobstructed access allows our forklift operators to load cargo safely and efficiently.

• Proactive Badging/Access: Ensure all driver badging and base access requirements are handled well in advance to prevent delays at the commercial gates..

7. Can a curtain side trailer be used for any of the moves, and are there specific trailer requirements besides those listed?

A. Yes, curtain-side, rollback, or Conestoga-style trailers may be utilized for some of the moves at the contractor's discretion. However, please note:

• Loading Clearance: The driver is solely responsible for ensuring all curtains, framing, or covers are fully retracted and secured out of the way. Government forklift operators must have unobstructed access to load and unload cargo.

• Equipment Suitability: If a specific cargo item (due to its width, height, or loading requirements) cannot be safely loaded into a curtain-side/Conestoga trailer, the contractor remains responsible for providing an adequate alternative trailer (such as an open flatbed or step-deck) to execute the move.

8. How many trailer loads per day are expected, and how many trips is a single driver anticipated to make daily, particularly between July and September?

A. The Government does not mandate a specific daily tempo; the contractor must propose a schedule based on their equipment, capabilities, and the following operational constraints:

• Total Volume & Deadline: The equivalent of 125 loads (based on 53-foot flatbed capacity) must be relocated no later than September 30, 2026.

• Maximum Daily Capacity: The Government can support a maximum of 8 to 10 loads per day.

• Site Constraints: The Government anticipates providing only one forklift and operator at each pickup and delivery site, precluding the simultaneous loading/unloading of multiple trailers.

• Processing Times: Load and unload times are estimated at 15 to 90 minutes per trailer, depending on the cargo and trailer type.

• Estimated Driver Throughput: Factoring in load/unload times, transit time (~1 hour each way), and commercial gate inspection wait times at NBK-Bangor (~15- 30-minute average) and NBK-Bremerton (~30-60 minute average, up to 2-hours or longer on busy days), it is reasonable to project that a single driver can complete 2 to 3 trips per day.

9. Are the containers being moved overseas containers, and will they fit into a chassis?

A. Confirmed. The containerized cargo consists of standard ISO shipping containers (predominantly 20-foot configurations, with select 10-foot units). All containers are verified as roadworthy and feature standard ISO corner castings, making them fully compatible with standard commercial intermodal chassis and twist-lock securement systems.

10. 10As for the roll back/tilt bed, approximately how many loads will need this type of trailer A. A rollback/tilt-bed is not required for this movement; however, contractors are welcome to utilize this equipment at their discretion. Please note that opting for a tilt-bed may limit load capacity per trip, potentially requiring additional runs to complete the transport depending on the equipment's specifications.

11. What is the estimated average load time per trailer?

A. The Government estimates the average load and unload time to be 45 minutes per trailer. Actual times may range from 15 to 90 minutes depending on the specific cargo and trailer configuration. Please note that based on this 45-minute average, the Government's maximum daily capacity is capped at 8 to 10 supported loads per day.

12. What is the estimated average unload time per trailer?

A. The Government estimates the average load and unload time to be 45 minutes per trailer. Actual times may range from 15 to 90 minutes depending on the specific cargo and trailer configuration. Please note that based on this 45-minute average, the Government's maximum daily capacity is capped at 8 to 10 supported loads per day.

13. Will detention or driver wait time be compensated?

A. No. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract, and the Government will not provide additional compensation for driver wait time, detention, or demurrage.

Bidders are expected to factor all anticipated operational wait times—including base access/inspection delays (averaging 30 minutes) and loading/unloading times (15 to 90 minutes)—into their proposed firm-fixed-price bid. To minimize driver wait times, the Government highly encourages the utilization of the drop-trailer staging options outlined in this Q&A.

14. Are tarps required for any of the materials being transported? NO

A. Tarping is not a requirement for this contract. All items scheduled for transport are suitable for open-air transit and do not require protection from the weather.

15. What is the anticipated daily or weekly volume of loads during the initial relocation period?

A. The Government does not mandate a specific daily or weekly tempo; the contractor must propose a schedule based on their equipment, capabilities, and the following operational constraints:

• Total Volume & Deadline: The equivalent of 125 loads (based on 53-foot flatbed capacity) must be relocated no later than September 30, 2026.

• Maximum Daily Capacity: The Government can support a maximum of 8 to 10 loads per day.

• Site Constraints: The Government anticipates providing only one forklift and operator at each pickup and delivery site, precluding the simultaneous loading/unloading of multiple trailers.

• Processing Times: Load and unload times are estimated at 15 to 90 minutes per trailer, depending on the cargo and trailer type.

• Estimated Driver Throughput: Factoring in load/unload times, transit time (~1 hour each way), and commercial gate inspection wait times at NBK-Bangor (~15- 30-minute average) and NBK-Bremerton (~30-60 minute average, up to 2-hours or longer on busy days), it is reasonable to project that a single driver can complete 2 to 3 trips per day.

16. How many trailers can be staged at one time if drop trailers are utilized?

A. Staging capacities vary by location due to space constraints. The maximum number of drop trailers that can be staged simultaneously at each site is as follows:

• Sites 1, 2, and 4: Maximum of two (2) drop trailers staged simultaneously at each location.

• Site 3: Maximum of one (1) drop trailer staged at any given time.

• Note: Staging locations correspond to the site identifiers listed in Section 1.4 of the PWS

17. Are any special badges, background checks, or escorts required for driver access to Naval

Base Kitsap or PSNS facilities?

A. Please see attached PSNS&IMF Contractor Badging & Access Requirements

18. Will transportation services be required daily, or will loads be scheduled on an as-needed basis?

A. To successfully relocate the equivalent of 125 loads (based on 53-foot flatbed capacity) by the September 30, 2026 deadline, the Government anticipates that daily transportation services will be required. Following the completion of this initial phase, the remaining 50 loads (based on 53-foot flatbed capacity) will be scheduled on an as-needed basis.

19. Will truck and/or trailer parking be available on-site at any of the Government locations?

A. Overnight or unattended parking for motorized vehicles (tractors/cabs) is strictly prohibited at all Government pickup and drop-off sites. Contractors may drop trailers on-site only if the staging and drop-off details are formally coordinated and approved within the transportation movement plan.

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21. Will there be a central starting or staging location for the moves, or will pickups occur from multiple locations throughout the project?

A. There is no single central staging location. Pickups and deliveries will occur across the multiple sites listed in Section 1.4 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

However, all transport will be point-to-point; each individual trailer load will originate from a single pickup location and be delivered in its entirety to a single destination. Drivers will not be required to make multiple stops to consolidate or build a single load.

22. Can the Government provide the anticipated loading and unloading hours for each pickup and delivery location?

A. Government forklift operators will be on-site to support loading and unloading operations during standard operating hours, Monday through Friday, 0700 to 1530, excluding federal holidays. Any support required outside of these standard hours must be coordinated and approved in advance with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) during the development of the transportation movement plan.

23. Will loading and unloading operations be limited to normal operating hours (0700- 1530), or can extended hours be coordinated to support accelerated movement schedules?

A. The Government is amenable to coordinating extended loading and unloading hours to facilitate accelerated execution. Such arrangements are subject to Government availability and must be formally established and approved by the COR within the finalized transportation movement plan.

24. Does the Government anticipate the initial estimated 125 trailer loads being relocated consecutively between July 1 and September 30, 2026, or intermittently based on site readiness?

A. The Government anticipates that the initial 125 trailer loads (based on 53-foot flatbed capacity) will be relocated on a consecutive, ongoing schedule. The receiving sites will be fully prepared to accept deliveries, and the contractor should plan for a continuous operational tempo to meet the September 30, 2026 deadline.

25. What is the desired average number of loads per day during the initial relocation effort?

A. The Government does not mandate a specific daily or weekly tempo; the contractor must propose a schedule based on their equipment, capabilities, and the following operational constraints:

• Total Volume & Deadline: The equivalent of 125 loads (based on 53-foot flatbed capacity) must be relocated no later than September 30, 2026.

• Maximum Daily Capacity: The Government can support a maximum of 8 to 10 loads per day.

• Site Constraints: The Government anticipates providing only one forklift and operator at each pickup and delivery site, precluding the simultaneous loading/unloading of multiple trailers.

• Processing Times: Load and unload times are estimated at 15 to 90 minutes per trailer, depending on the cargo and trailer type.

• Estimated Driver Throughput: Factoring in load/unload times, transit time (~1 hour each way), and commercial gate inspection wait times at NBK-Bangor (~30-minute average), it is reasonable to project that a single driver can complete 2 to 3 trips per day.

26. Can the Government provide estimated average loading and unloading durations per trailer for planning purposes?

A. Load and unload times will vary significantly based on the type of cargo. The estimates provided below account only for the time required by Government personnel to physically load or unload the items. Contractors must factor in additional time for their drivers to properly tie-down and secure the cargo to the trailer.

• Estimated Government Load/Unload Times:

o 15 – 60 minutes: For large, single-unit items (e.g., 20ft shipping containers, heavy equipment, guard shacks).

o 30 – 90 minutes: For complex or loose-piece loads (e.g., scaffolding and timber).

• Note: To minimize driver wait times and maximize daily trip volume, the Government highly encourages the use of a drop-trailer logistics plan.

27. Will contractor vehicles be loaded on a live-load basis only, or will loaded trailers be staged for later pickup?

A. The Government can accommodate either method, based on the contractor's proposed logistics plan.

• Live-Loading: The Government can support live-load/unload operations while the driver waits.

• Drop Trailers: The Government can also support staged trailers. If the contractor utilizes a drop-trailer strategy, Government forklift operators will load/unload the trailers independently, which will minimize driver wait times and maximize daily trip volume.

28. If drop trailers are utilized, how many trailers can reasonably be staged simultaneously at pickup and delivery locations?

A. Staging capacities vary by location due to space constraints. The maximum number of drop trailers that can be staged simultaneously at each site is as follows:

• Sites 1, 2, and 4: Maximum of two (2) drop trailers staged simultaneously at each location.

• Site 3: Maximum of one (1) drop trailer staged at any given time.

• Note: Staging locations correspond to the site identifiers listed in Section 1.4 of the PWS

29. Can the Government provide a representative inventory list or sample load plan identifying anticipated cargo dimensions, weights, and equipment types?

B. The breakdown below is based on the equivalent of 125 loads (using a 53-foot trailer capacity) required to be relocated by September 30, 2026. Please note that quantities are current as of May 1, 2026, and remain subject to change due to ongoing operations. The subsequent 50 “as-needed” loads are anticipated to consist of similar materials. All loads may be mixed and consolidated to maximize trailer capacities.

• Timbers: Approx. 530 units (15" x 15" x 16-20' long). Weight: 800-1,000 lbs each (~467,000 lbs total). Estimated 11-15 loads.

• Guard Shacks: Qty 5 (8' W x 10' L). Weight: 8,000 lbs each (~40,000 lbs total).

• Shipping Containers: Approx. 100 20-foot containers and 11 10-foot containers.

Weight range: 10,000-20,000 lbs each (no container will exceed 34,000 lbs).

Assume capacity to transport 2 containers per trip.

• Container Dumpsters (20ft): Approx. 20 units. Weight: 10,000 lbs each. Assume capacity to transport 2 dumpsters per trip.

• Large Equipment: Approx. 70 units. Footprints ranging from 6'x8' up to 8'x20'.

Weight: 10,000-16,000 lbs each (~901,000 lbs total).

• Long Items (Gangways/Vent Piping Racks): Qty 32 (5' W x 4' H x 30-35' long).

Weight: Average 5,500 lbs each (~172,000 lbs total). Estimated 16 loads.

• Scaffolding Racks: Varying sizes/types totaling 21,600 sq. ft. of material (can be stacked two-high). Estimated 25-30 loads.

• Palletized and Non-Palletized Materials: Assorted sizes and weights. Actual quantities are unavailable due to ongoing operations.

30. Will any cargo require tarping, weather protection, wrapping, or other protective coverings during transport?

A. Tarping is not a requirement for this contract. All items scheduled for transport are suitable for open-air transit and do not require protection from the weather.

31. If tarping is required, can the Government identify which cargo types will require such protection?

A. Tarping is not a requirement for this contract.

32. The PWS states the contractor is responsible for load securement. Can the Government confirm whether any cargo-specific securement requirements apply beyond standard DOT cargo securement regulations?

A. Confirmed. There are no specialized or cargo-specific securement requirements mandated by the Government. The contractor is solely responsible for ensuring all loads are properly secured in accordance with standard, applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) cargo securement regulations.

33. Will any loads require chains as opposed to straps due to equipment type, weight, or

Government requirements?

A. The Government does not specify or mandate the use of chains versus straps for any designated cargo. The contractor is responsible for determining and utilizing the appropriate securement equipment required to ensure compliance with standard Department of Transportation (DOT) cargo securement regulations.

34. Will Government personnel provide recommended lifting points, securement points, center-of-gravity information, or loading diagrams for irregularly shaped equipment?

Formal documentation (such as loading diagrams or verified center-of-gravity schematics) may not be available. Government personnel will be responsible for identifying and utilizing safe lifting points during forklift loading and unloading operations. While Government personnel can provide general recommendations based on historical moves, the contractor's driver—acting as the load securement expert— remains solely responsible for calculating weight distribution, determining safe securement points, and ensuring the final transport configuration of irregularly shaped equipment complies with standard DOT regulations.

35. Will Government personnel identify desired load placement on trailers, or is final weight distribution and trailer loading configuration solely the contractor's responsibility?

A. While Government personnel can provide recommendations based on past experience, the final trailer loading configuration, weight distribution, and securement are solely the contractor's responsibility. The driver has final authority over cargo placement to ensure DOT compliance.

Please note: The Government's baseline estimate of 175 total loads (using 53-foot trailers) assumes optimized cargo placement. If the contractor's required loading configuration reduces the volume of cargo placed on each trailer, the total number of trips required to relocate all materials may increase. The contractor remains responsible for executing any additional trips required to transport the total cargo inventory.

36. The PWS references contractor responsibility for providing dunnage. Can the

Government clarify whether any Government-furnished blocking, cribbing, timbers, or dunnage materials will be available at loading locations?

A. Government-furnished dunnage is not guaranteed. While some items currently utilize blocking or cribbing for static storage, and the contractor may elect to reutilize these materials for transit, the suitability of these materials for over-the-road transport is not assured. The contractor bears full responsibility for inspecting, supplementing, and providing any additional blocking, cribbing, or dunnage required to execute safe transportation operations.

37. For shipping containers being transported on flatbed equipment, can the Government clarify whether container securement should be accomplished using chains, straps, twist-lock systems, or another approved method?

A. The method of securement is at the contractor's discretion, provided it fully complies with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. All shipping containers designated for transport are roadworthy and structurally capable of being secured via chains, straps, twist-locks, or any other DOT-approved cargo securement method appropriate for the contractor’s selected trailer.

38. Can the Government confirm whether contractor drivers will be responsible for securing all live-loaded cargo prior to departure from each facility?

A. Yes. The contractor's drivers are solely responsible for inspecting and properly securing all live-loaded cargo in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations prior to departing any Government facility.

39. If Government personnel assist with positioning cargo on trailers, can the Government clarify whether final securement verification remains solely the responsibility of the contractor driver?

A. Yes, final securement verification remains solely the responsibility of the contractor.

While Government personnel will physically place the cargo onto the trailers—and can offer recommendations based on past experience—the driver has final authority over the cargo's positioning and bears the sole legal responsibility for ensuring the load is secured in compliance with DOT regulations.

40. Does the Government anticipate any loads requiring lowboy, step-deck, rollback, or specialized trailer configurations?

A. The Government does not mandate the use of lowboy, rollback, or specialized chassis configurations; standard flatbed trailers are suitable for the majority of the cargo. However, the contractor must be prepared to transport cargo items potentially reaching up to 11.5 feet in height (maximum cargo height for this requirement).

Contractors are advised that the Government historically utilizes step-deck trailers for taller items (such as guard shacks) to avoid exceeding legal highway height limits.

Should the contractor choose to transport the taller items that potentially reach 11.5-foot on standard flatbeds, the contractor assumes all responsibility for verifying total load heights and acquiring any requisite oversize/over-height permits. It is the contractor's responsibility to provide the appropriate mix of standard and/or drop-deck trailers to safely transport the cargo inventory.

41. Are there any known height, width, weight, or route restrictions between the identified facilities that offerors should consider when selecting equipment?

A. The Government is not aware of any specific route, height, width, or weight restrictions between the designated facilities. The primary transport route adheres to standard WSDOT freight clearance and load limits. The contractor remains responsible for verifying that their equipment and cargo configurations comply with standard Washington State highway regulations.

42. Can the Government confirm that no oversize or overweight permits are anticipated if appropriate trailer configurations are utilized?

A. The Government confirms that no oversize or overweight permits are anticipated for this requirement, contingent upon the contractor utilizing appropriate trailer configurations. It is the contractor's responsibility to select equipment (e.g., step-deck trailers) and configure load distributions to remain within standard legal highway dimensions and weight limits.

43. Are contractors expected to provide container chassis, or will all containerized cargo be transported on flatbed, step-deck, or lowboy equipment?

A. The contractor is not required to provide specialized container chassis. All shipping containers may be transported on standard flatbed, step-deck, or lowboy trailers, though chassis may be utilized at the contractor’s discretion.

Please note: The Government’s baseline estimate of 175 total loads assumes that 20-foot shipping containers will be transported two (2) at a time. If the contractor’s selected trailer configuration or loading preference reduces the volume of cargo placed on each trailer (e.g., transporting only one container per trip), the total number of trips required will increase. The contractor is fully responsible for executing any additional trips necessary to relocate the complete cargo inventory.

44. Can the Government provide the incumbent contractor name and prior contract number for similar SIOP trucking or relocation services?

A. This is a new requirement. Consequently, there is no incumbent contractor or historical contract number for similar SIOP trucking or relocation services. No prior efforts of this type or magnitude have been executed.

45. Does the Government intend to evaluate pricing as a single firm-fixed-price project, or may offerors provide supplemental pricing detail based upon truck days, trailer days, per-load rates, or drop-trailer utilization assumptions?

A. The government intends to award a single Firm Fixed Price contract, the proposed price will be evaluated and set in the contract.

46. Will detention, standby time, or extended loading/unloading delays be considered for equitable adjustment if Government operations significantly exceed anticipated loading schedules?

A. No. The Government will not entertain requests for equitable adjustment (REA) for vehicle detention, demurrage, or standby time. The contractor is responsible for pricing all anticipated delays, including gate inspections and variable loading durations, into their FFP proposal.

The Government has published estimated processing times (15–90 minutes per trailer and 15-120 minutes for base access) to facilitate accurate bidding. Contractors electing to execute live-load operations assume all associated dwell-time risks;

therefore, the Government strongly recommends the utilization of drop-trailer staging to maximize operational efficiency.