Questions and Answers CTSC Onboarding.pdf

Solicitiation Question List Last update 4‐Dec‐23

Question Answer

Could you please provide the most up tp date Technical Order?

The Technical Order will be provided.Also, please refer to P

4.19 and Attachment 1 for applicable portions of the TO.

Are there any special and specific requirements to perform this contract besides already mentioned? Ex) We must not drive faster than 75 kph. Special and specific tools to secure the engines, etc.

Most important requirements are tarps, tie down equipmen chain/devices, and binders.

Will engines have sensors to detect motions while driving?

Engines do not have sensors to detect motions, while in transport mode.

In PWS, it mentions about specific vehicles’ conditions to perform this contract. One of the conditions is for vehicles to have wooden beds. Could these wooden beds be detachable

(temporary ones)?

Detachable wooden beds may be permissible if they are ab meet the overall intent of the technical order for securing engines however, they would be subject to Government inspection/approval prior to utilization. The Government w not be liable to any changes to price in the case of disappro

Would you recommend us to change our insurance plan for this contract? The Government cannot comment on private business deci

Is this contract required to use highways since we are delivering valuable items?

Usage of highways are only authorized when directed by th ordering officer.

Due date of the original offers is set for 20 Dec. When should we expect for actual orders to be placed?

Upon award, the awardee(s) will receive a task order and th

Government will be able to provide a more accurate timelin actual orders.

How and when can we make an appointment for an oral presentation? Will it be held at Yokota or Virtual?

For how and when to make an appointment, please refer to

"Instruction, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters"

Page 55. All presentation will be done virtually.

How many models/types of goods (engines) for trucking exist and can we get details of weight and size?

At the current moment, these engines will be the only engin moved. However, there have been cases when we have mo

KC‐135 engines will get the informatoin of dims/weights

Furthermore, there will be an addition to our engine movem requirements 2‐3 years from now. We will provide updates acquire more detai.

Does transportation not occur every October‐November? Transportation/orders occur as need arises.

As per 1.2.2.5 regarding insurance, shall the unit price be the maximum compensation for damage?

The listed price is the estimated value of a new engine, but reflective of the actual value considering depreciation. The

Govenrment is not able to provide additional details about life of the engines.

Is the engine considered as Non Sensitive Cargo (Dual drivers are not mandatory)? It is general cargo.

Does One Way always originate from Yokota? No.

Is there no waiting time during Round Trip, i.e. at destination and origin of return way?

Each order may differ. The Government is alloted Free Time

PWS 3.3.2 for loading and unloading.

Is the engine type, weight and size exactly the same for round trip?

Engine will typically be either the same or of a like kind however, details of the cargo may differ and will be coordin beforehand.

Are there any seasonal variations about frequency of transportation? Not by design. Frequency is based on mission needs.

Can we grasp the transportation schedule in advance? If yes, how many days/hours prior to actual transportation to confirm the maximum number of items the day?

The Government will coordinate in advance as early as poss however, minimum advanced notification requirements IAW para 3.2.1 apply.

Regarding 3.2.1, is it correct that orders for non‐dangerous goods within Honshu should be placed one business day in advance?

Yes, the advance notice for such goods are at LEAST one (1) business day preceding the day of service. However, if the requirement is identified early, order will be placed prior to deadline.

When placing a transportation order, is it safe to assume that the time required from collection to delivery is guaranteed by having a transportation plan based on road traffic laws and labor laws in Japan?

Local regulations, laws and commercial standards are adopt and are taken into consideration under CTSC.

Regarding 3.3.2.3, is Oversized‐Overweight cargo not included in this solicitation? Yes. This solicitation is only for Air Suspension Trucking.

For drivers who will be entering, will they be issued a Gate Pass if they provide information the day before and bring their My Number Card on the day?

Requirements differ from base to base. Awardee will be pro the necessary documents and instructions by the installatio ordering officers.

Regarding 4.16, is it exempted for this engine transportation, as all engines are on trailer?

Currently, these services are not required to be performed

Suspension awardees.

Is the Technical Order, which is required to fit the condition referred 00‐85‐20, "15 JUNE 1989

CHANGE 22 ‐ 15 JUNE 2000"?

Please refer to the TO attached.

What type of truck is most suitable for the move? In addition, the PWS states that a rear door is necessary, could you please provide an example of how these cargo are loaded onto the bed?

Please refer to the TO attached.

How many engines does the Government aniticpate to move in a single order? Not more than two.

Will the Government be responsible to load and secure the engine to the truck?

Please refer to PWS 4.19. Bracing and tying down will be performed by the Contractor.

Will the carrier be responsible for all damages during in transit?

As stated in the PWS, "The Contractor shall be responsible f the propoer stowage and security of freight and shall be repsonsible for any loss or damage while in transit".

Does the engine need to be nailed down to the wooden bed?

The engine does not need to be secured to the bed, but cho blocks for the engine wheels and the tongue of the trailer m be secured to prevent the engine/trailer from rolling and th tongue from bouncing up and down during transit.

Are there any special signs that need to be on the truck?

No special signs are required. The engines are primarily dra and purged of fuel (JP‐8). The residual oil is mainly used for preservation of the engine's components.

Could you please provide data on number of orders per month and year? Per Month: ~ 4 ‐ 5 Per Year: ~50 ‐ 60