Response to Questions.doc

RFQ-10-0041

Amendment No. 001

Response to Questions Responses are in blue.

1. Drawing L598321: The material is called out as aluminum. Is there a specification such as 6061? Yes, specification 6061 applies to this drawing.

2. Drawing L598321: Is there any finish for the aluminum, such as anodizing? No.

3. Drawing L627122: Is this drawing provided only for reference? Yes, is for reference in order to show how the three (3) parts that are to be fabricated are to fit together.

4. Is the Kegellehrdosn NR 9390773- Taper Gage available for inspection and can be sent to us? No.

5. Is an old part available and can it be sent to us if contract is award? No.

6. Is final assembly left to us due to the need to be turned down after assembly or are parts to be sent un-assembled to final destination? No, the BEP will perform the final assembly of the three (3) parts being fabricated. However, the Contractor shall ensure that these parts meet the specifications of all the drawings outlined in the RFQ.

7. Can I receive a POC (Foreman, Department) to ensure that the conversions and prints are accurate? The specifications provided in the solicitation are accurate in representing the BEP’s requirements. The BEP will provide a point of contact to the awardee for handling issues and coordinating shipping, etc.

8. Does the BEP have a supplier of record for the components in question? No. The expectation is for the supplier to have the ability to obtain the material and anything else necessary to perform the requirement.

9. Drawing L598321: What grade of aluminum is to be used or is this a forging? See the response to question 1 above.

10. Drawing L627124: What is the inside diameter of item #8? Refer to the following two attachments for further details:

1. I-10 Hub Detail L627124 Part # 07

2. I-10 Hub Detail L627124 Part # 08

11. Do you want 12 assemblies, or 12 of each part number as separate parts and you will assemble? As per the solicitation, the BEP requires the following parts to be fabricated in the quantities listed below;

a. Fabrication of I-10 Roller core part in accordance with drawing number L598321. Quantity: Twelve (12)

b. Fabrication of I-10 Hub II part in accordance with drawing number 598323. Quantity: Twelve (12)

c. Fabrication of I-10 Hub part in accordance with assembly drawing number L627124. Quantity: Twelve (12)

See the response to question 6 above in regards to assembly.