RFP 387713 - Supplier Questions _FFDG responses 11-4-2026.xlsx
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This file is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) document from RFP 387713 for Enclosed Electronics Racks, issued by the Department of Energy Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. The document contains seven clarifications addressing bidder inquiries regarding product specifications, delivery, and warranty requirements for the procurement of 40 VD/HD/Ross Dry racks and 2 CUC racks.
Key clarifications include: vented side panels with cutouts and brush grommets require submission of mechanical drawings for acceptance; cable management accessories such as D-Rings also require mechanical drawings; the cabinet color is confirmed as black; the manufacturer's 1-year limited warranty is acceptable in place of the originally specified 5-year minimum warranty; both rack groups are to be delivered to the South Dakota Warehouse address in Rapid City; and the warehouse factsheet with dock-door dimensions and unloading limits is provided as an attachment. Regarding mounting depth specifications, the government clarified that the 2-42 inches of usable mounting depth requirement applies to the 48-inch depth rack (RS148 model), with the 42-inch depth rack accommodating 2-26 inches of usable depth. Bidders must reference the manufacturer's product specifications at the provided RackSolutions URL to confirm technical acceptability of proposed equipment.
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Sheet1
| RFP 387713 | ||
| Encloded Electronics Racks | ||
| Question # | Bidder Question | FNAL Answer |
| 1 | We do not have vented side panels for the EX cabinet at this time, would side panels that have cutouts with brush grommet be an acceptable alternative? | They need to send the mechanical drawings. |
| 2 | Would you like any cable management accessories like D-Rings included to be used with the vertical cable bars? | They need to send the mechanical drawings. |
| 3 | I am assuming the cabinet color will be black, but can you confirm? | Yes, the racks are black. |
| 4 | The RFP calls for a 5 year minimum warranty. The manufacturer of the racks we plan to offer provides a 1 year limited warranty, and has confirmed in writing that a 5 year warranty isn't available. Would a 1 year manufacturer's limited warranty be acceptable in place of the 5 year minimum? | 1 year is ok. |
| 5 | The required delivery date or schedule for the 40 VD/HD/Ross Dry racks and 2 CUC racks. Should both groups go to Dakota Warehouse in Rapid City, or are separate destinations or delivery phases required? | Yes, both groups go to the South Dakota Warehouse address. The groups were based on charge codes. |
| 6 | The warehouse factsheet referenced in Appendix C, including dock-door dimensions and unloading limits. It does not appear to be included. | Included as an attachment with these responses. |
| 7 | **Mounting Depth:** Appendix B specifies 2–42 inches of usable mounting depth. RackSolutions confirmed that the actual usable mounting depth is 2–36 inches, with adjustable mounting posts ranging from 24–30 inches. Given that the RS148 is specifically referenced in the procurement specifications, could you please clarify whether these requirements are mandatory or whether the stated specifications may be revised to reflect the manufacturer's confirmed product capabilities? Could you please confirm which option Fermilab prefers, and whether the RS148 with a 4"–36" usable mounting depth and the manufacturer's 1-year warranty would be considered technically acceptable? | 2" to 26" usable depth is for the 42" depth rack. We need the 48" depth rack with a mounting depth of 2" to 42". Per https://www.racksolutions.com/rs148-data-center-enclosed-server-cabinet.html |
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