Amendment 0001 Technical and Administrative Q and A.pdf

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RFQ N6264926QB082 AMENDMENT 0001 Date: 2 September 2026

Technical & Administrative Questions (Q) and Answers (A)

Q1. CLIN 0002 Material Requirement:

The CLIN description specifies Stainless Steel (SUS316). However, the Fire Hose Manifold drawings, including drawings C951KKFY18009-3 through C951KKFY18009-9, specify Cu-Ni 90-10 (C7060) or Cu-Ni 70-30 (C7150).

Please confirm which material requirement governs the Type-A manifold.

A1. The materials for the manifolds are designated as Cu-Ni 90-10 (C7060) or Cu-Ni 70-30 (C7150) however we would like to change this to stainless steel (SUS316). Sorry for the inconvenience.

Q2. Manifold Type:

CLIN 0002 requires the Type-A Fire Hose Manifold, while Attachment (2) also includes the Type-B assembly drawing. Please confirm that the Type-B configuration is reference-only and is not required under this solicitation.

A2. Type-B is only for reference and is not a part of the requirement for this procurement.

Q3. Hose Connection Configuration:

CLIN 0001 requires the 90-degree hose connection, while Attachment (1) also contains a 45-degree hose connection drawing. Please confirm that only the 90-degree configuration is required.

A3. Same as above, only the 90 degree one is required for this procurement.

Q4. DFARS 252.225-7042 – Authorization to Perform:

For a U.S.-based prime contractor located outside Japan, please clarify what documentation the Government will accept as demonstrating that the offeror is duly authorized to operate and do business in Japan. Specifically, please advise whether Japanese incorporation/branch registration is required or whether another form of authorization is acceptable.

A4. In accordance with DFARS 252.225-7042, the offeror represents that it is duly authorized to operate and conduct business in the country or countries where contract performance will occur, including Japan. Offerors that are U.S. or other non-Japanese entities must ensure they possess any authorizations required under applicable Japanese laws and regulations to perform and deliver in Japan. Depending on the nature of the proposed performance, supporting documentation may include Japanese branch registration, local business licenses, or other evidence of authorization to conduct business in Japan. The offeror is responsible for determining and complying with all applicable Japanese registration, licensing, and other legal requirements necessary to perform the contract.

Q5. Quote Submission:

Please confirm the required method and recipient for final quotation submission and whether the September 10, 2026, 11:00 AM “local time” deadline shown in Block 8 refers to Japan Standard Time (JST).

A5. Deadline & Timezone: Confirmed. The closing date of 10 September 2026, at 11:00 AM local time refers strictly to Japan Standard Time (JST). Submission Method: Quotations must be submitted electronically via email to janice.o.arrieta.ln@us.navy.mil prior to the closing deadline.

Q6. CLIN 0002 identifies the Fire Hose Manifold material as Stainless Steel SUS316. However, the drawings specify Cu-Ni 90-10 (C7060) or Cu-Ni 70-30 (C7150), along with welding requirements applicable to Cu-Ni. Please confirm which material requirement governs. If SUS316 is required, please confirm whether the Cu-Ni material and welding references in the drawings are superseded.

A6. Please make sure all material will be designated as SUS316.

Q7. In the Hose Connection drawing material list, Item 2 is identified as the nipple but lists an NPS 2-1/2-inch dimension, while Item 3 is identified as the elbow but lists an NPS 3/4-inch dimension. Please confirm that the

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required configuration is a 2-1/2-inch 90-degree main elbow with a 3/4-14 NPT nipple, as indicated by the solicitation description and assembly drawing.

A7. The information were inaccurately listed. The nipple size is 3/4” and elbow is 2-1/2”. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Q8. Please confirm whether the specific tolerances shown in the drawings and JIS B 0405 Class C take precedence over the general ±5% tolerance stated in the solicitation.

A8. Yes, that is correct.

Q9. For the Fire Hose Manifold, is any specific red paint color or coating system required beyond the instruction to paint the exterior red?

A9. There is no required specific coloring other than the red paint.

Q10. Please confirm whether the penetrant testing and hydrostatic testing reports must be submitted with the delivered products.

A10. Reporting will not be needed.

Q11. The solicitation states that prime contractors outside Japan must demonstrate compliance with DFARS

252.225-7042. 305 Aero Supplies LLC is a U.S. company and would serve as the prime contractor, with Demak in

Turkey serving as the manufacturer. Please confirm whether this arrangement is eligible and advise what specific documentation must be submitted to demonstrate authorization to operate and do business in Japan.

A11. Compliance Requirement: In accordance with DFARS 252.225-7042, the offeror must be duly authorized to operate and do business in Japan.

-Eligibility & Teaming Arrangements: A U.S. prime contractor utilizing a foreign manufacturer is not inherently precluded from competing; however, the prime contractor is solely responsible for ensuring lawful importation, customs clearance, and delivery under the terms of the solicitation.

-Acceptable Documentation: Offerors must provide valid documentation demonstrating legal authorization to conduct business in Japan (e.g., Japanese corporate/branch registry, appropriate ministry licenses, or an established formal agreement/consortium with an authorized Japanese entity/agent capable of handling in-country fulfillment).