Q&A_Solicitation_No_SBH200-17-Q-0007.pdf

Questions & Answer

Solicitation No. SBH200-17-Q-0007

RFQ for U.S. Embassy Belmopan-INL- Motorcycles for BPD

Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Time: 3:00 PM

Dear Prospective Offeror, We have received questions via email listed below and have provided answers for your clarification:

Line Questions Answers

01 Will the DoS consider the use of a new 2017 model?

2017 model is acceptable, providing it meets or exceeds minimum specifications outlined in Exhibit 1 of the RFQ.

02 Does the DoS prefer to purchase all used cycles that meet the specification?

All motorcycles provided under this solicitation must be brand new.

03 Will the delivery of these vehicles to the embassy will require specialized security and will security costs be covered by the DoS?

Please refer to RFQ, Section 1 – The Schedule, on page 4 under 1.C and on page 5, under II.A, B, C, D

04 Is there documentation that the duty charges are exempted for the DoS purchase or does this need to be independently established?

Please refer to RFQ, on Page 5 under II. A

05 Would you consider setting this aside for small business?

This is not a set-aside requirement.

06 Is this solicitation for 34 off-road motorcycles?

Please refer to RFQ, Section 1 – The Schedule, On Page 4, under II - Pricing

0 Will custom built motorcycles be considered for this solicitation?

Please refer to RFQ, on Page 7, under Exhibit 1

08 Can we schedule a quick conference call tomorrow or early next week?

All questions must be submitted via email.

Please note, no questions will be answered after

Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. local time

09 Will you consider different engine types and sizes?

Please refer to RFQ, on Page 7, under Exhibit 1

10 Will you consider extending the delivery date to

90-120 days after contract award?

No, complete order must be delivered within 60 days after award.

11 Will you consider AWD bikes? Please refer to RFQ, on Page 7, under Exhibit 1

12 Will you consider 5 speed bikes? Please refer to RFQ, on Page 7, under Exhibit 1

Can we submit our offer electronically (via email)?

Yes, electronic bids will be accepted, providing its submitted prior to the specified deadline.

14 Can we submit our offer in USD? Please refer to RFQ, on page 24, under FAR 52.225-17

15 Could you please provide the specifications for the motorcycles?

Please refer to RFQ, on Page 7, under Exhibit 1

16 Would anything from Harley-Davidson line fit this solicitation?

Please refer to RFQ, on Page 7, under Exhibit 1

17 Do you need training for the riders? No training is required.