Q A 1 Missing delivery attachment. The Statement of Work refers to Attachment 1, “Okinawa Address and POC.”

Please provide this attachment, including the complete delivery address, consignee details and local point of contact?

It has been attached.

2 Contract and delivery commencement. The requirement is described as a one-time purchase, but the Statement of Work also refers to a Task Order. Please confirm whether the six-month delivery period begins from the contract award date, purchase-order date, Notice to Proceed or issuance of a separate task order.

It has been revised as a Delivery Order

3 Material and cartridge sizes. Please confirm the minimum and maximum cartridge calibres, dimensions and material types that the shredder will be required to process.

L= 30 ~ 300mm, Diameter: 10~50mm). Shredder capable of crushing or modulating different sizes of Brass, Steel & Plastic pellets or bullet bands.

4 Required processing capacity. Please advise the desired minimum throughput in kilograms per hour, pounds per hour or cartridge cases per hour, as well as the required maximum output particle size.

2,200 Ib per Hour, Max. 17,600 Ib per Day

5 Cutting-thickness requirement. Please clarify whether “cutting thickness up to 10 mm” refers to the wall thickness of individual items, blade thickness or the required finished material size.

L= 30 ~ 300mm, Diameter: 10~50mm). Shredder capable of crushing or modulating different sizes of Brass, Steel & Plastic pellets or bullet bands.

6 Discharge capacity. Please confirm the required quantity and exact capacity of the discharge bins or hoppers within the stated range of two to four cubic yards.

Bins/Hopper for Discharge - Directly Under the Shredder

7 Electrical and installation information. Please confirm the electrical supply available in Building T388, including voltage, phase, frequency, breaker capacity and connection type. Please also advise whether any floor anchoring, foundation work, ventilation connection or building modification will be required.

3PH 208/120.

8 Fire-suppression and dust-collection standards. Please confirm the applicable technical or safety standard for the integral fire-suppression and dust-collection systems and whether any local inspection or certification will be required before Government acceptance.

N/A

9 Delivery, customs and tax treatment. Please confirm the required delivery term and whether the contractor must act as importer of record. Please also advise whether Japanese consumption tax, customs duties, import taxes, port charges and related fees must be included in the quoted price, or whether the Government will provide any applicable SOFA, customs or tax-exemption documentation.

USFJ Form 380

10 Unloading and site access. Please confirm whether the contractor must provide the crane, forklift, rigging equipment and operators required for unloading and positioning the machine. Please also provide the site-access, vehicle-access and personnel-vetting requirements.

Gov't equipment is available.

11 Site information. Please advise whether a site visit will be arranged. If a site visit is not planned, we would appreciate receiving photographs, a layout drawing, access dimensions, floor-loading information and the proposed machine location inside Building T388.

Either can be provided.

12 Warranty and local support. Please confirm whether there is a minimum required warranty period and whether the Government requires a specific onsite response time for warranty repairs.

The SOW states the equipment must come with the manufacturer’s standard equipment warranty

13 Acceptance and invoicing. As this is a one-unit equipment purchase, please confirm whether one final invoice should be submitted following delivery, setup, training and Government acceptance, or whether monthly or milestone invoicing is permitted.

One final invoice shall be submitted after delivery, setup, familiarization training, and Government acceptance are complete. The equipment will be officially received and accepted through WAWF with the completed DD250 and required supporting documentation.

14 IUID information. Please confirm the required IUID data elements and whether the Government will provide any specific enterprise identifier or marking instructions after award.

The brass shredder shall comply with DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Unique Identification and Valuation. The contractor is responsible for providing the required IUID marking. Unless otherwise directed by the Government after award, the contractor shall use its applicable enterprise identifier, such as its CAGE code, together with the item serial number or other required data elements to create a unique item identifier. Any additional marking location or format instructions will be provided after award, if required.

15 Applicable clause versions. Several clauses in the notice show revision dates later than the solicitation posting date, including September through December 2026.

Please confirm the controlling versions and full text of the applicable clauses.

all provisions and clauses have been revised.

16 Submission time zone. The notice states 3:00 p.m.

Eastern Standard Time. Please confirm the exact applicable time zone for the 24 July 2026 submission deadline.

The submission deadline is 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET), United States, on 24 July 2026. Since the deadline falls in July, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) applies.

17 Drive System Does the Government have a preference for an electric motor-driven or hydraulic-driven shredder, or will either be acceptable?

hydraulic, EM Stop Function – Both Shredder and Belt Conveyor; Automatic Hydraulic Overload Reversing Function

18 Existing Equipment If an existing shredder is currently installed, is the Contractor responsible for its removal and disposal?

Existing controll panel will need to be removed by contractor.

Spec (Example) Key Features High Torque, Low Speed Operation Stable cutting of thick cartridge cases (60/30 RPM automatic shifting).

Modular Cutter System Assembly-type design allows partial replacement of worn blades;

stationary cutters can be rotated for 4-edge use.

Controlled Output Size Interchangeable screens ensure uniform particle size Serviceability Hydraulic maintenance doors, low-speed service mode, and external gap adjustment (M30 bolts).

Safety & Protection Two-person operation protocol, enclosed hopper, sealing plates, fire-prevention piping + CO₂cabinet.

Technical Specs & Defense Benefits Technical Specifications Type: Single-shaft hydraulic shredder (closed-loop drive) Power: 37 kW (4P, 380 V, 60 Hz) Cutting Speeds: 60 RPM (0–170 bar) / 30 RPM (170–350 bar) –automatic shift Hydraulic Circuit: Closed loop Cutter System: Rotor & stationary cutters, interchangeable screens Maintenance: Rotor/screen access doors with hydraulic cylinders; low-speed inspection mode Safety: Enclosed hopper, fire-prevention system, CO₂cabinet, two-person safety operation Pusher(Option): Power consumption 15 kW

Why Single-Shaft for Cartridge Cases?

Twin-shaft shredders cause heat adhesion and overload with non-ferrous metals.

Single-shaft delivers hydraulic torque + screen-based particle control, making it ideal for military cartridge demilitarization.

Defense Application Benefits Demilitarization Ready Meets predictable particle size requirements for DoD disposal standards.

Operational Efficiency Easy service access, safer maintenance, and reliable operation under heavy load.

Lower Lifecycle Cost Multi-edge cutters and partial replacement design minimize downtime and consumable costs.

Shredder can possess to shred medium-caliber cartridge cases (L= 30 ~ 300mm, Diameter: 10~50mm).

Shredder capable of crushing or modulating different sizes of Brass, Steel & Plastic pellets or bullet bands.

Capable of Operating Hours: Eight(8) hours a Day without Gumming or clogging.

Capable of Volume: 2,200 Ib per Hour, Max. 17,600 Ib per Day Feeding type: Available Dumping Hopper and/or Variable Speed Belt Conveyor (50”W x 300”L with motorized automatic cartridge feeder (80” x 80” x 50” for Bulk Feed) Discharge Height: Min 40” Sizing Screen (Max. 10mm x 10mm) for consistent particle output Cutting Thickness Range: 3mm ~ 10mm Hydraulic Pump Unit (HPU) Dimensions: Max. 80” x 80” Bins/Hopper for Discharge - Directly Under the Shredder Equipped the Dust Collector with Air Filter, and sealed top hopper with fire suppression systems.

- Available Electrical Power: 3PH 360~380VAC 50/60Hz

100AMP

- EM Stop Function – Both Shredder and Belt Conveyor

- Automatic Hydraulic Overload Reversing Function Shredder Hydraulic Power Double Shaft Type 50 Horse Power (HP) Hydraulic Motor: Piston Type Materials - Main Frame: SS400, Cutter and Shaft: SCM440, Ring: SM45C Automatic hydraulic overload reversing function, Hyd oil Pre- Heating Dust Collector with Air Filter, and Hopper Cover (Enclosure)

Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) Hydraulic Pump: Vane Pump or Piston Pump Circuit Configuration: Open Type Hydraulic Unit Capacity: 600 Liter Material (Conduit & Unit): Steel Cooling Method: Air-Cooled type Controls: UL Approved Parts & NEMA4 Enclosure Emergency Stop Function, Motor Starting Type: Y - Δ Outdoor Use, Weather-proof, Standalone type

Belt Conveyor with Automatic Feeder

- Feeding Conveyor - Variable Speed

- Motor Power: Max. 1200 Watt

- Belt Material: Rubber Belt

- Conveyor Length: 300”

- Belt Width: 50”

- Equipped with Motorized Feeding Hopper 80” x 80” x 50” for Bulk Feed

What is the required minimum processing capacity or throughput, expressed in pounds or tons per hour?

The proposed shredder has a processing capacity of 2,200 pounds per hour, which is approximately 1.1 short tons per hour.

What is the estimated daily and monthly volume of material that the Government expects to process?

The proposed maximum daily processing capacity is 17,600 pounds per day.

Is the equipment expected to operate continuously for the full eight-hour working day, or intermittently depending on the available material?

The proposed shredder is capable of operating 8 hours per day without gumming or clogging.

What is the minimum and maximum calibre or cartridge-case size that the shredder must process?

L= 30 ~ 300mm, Diameter: 10~50mm). Shredder capable of crushing or modulating different sizes of Brass, Steel & Plastic pellets or bullet bands.

What is the estimated material mix, including the approximate percentage of brass, steel, and plastic?

Estimated:

Brass:15%, Steel:50%, Plastics:5%, Aluminum:30%

What is the expected condition of the cartridge cases when placed into the shredder, such as clean or dirty, loose or mixed, and with or without primers or other remaining components?

These are unwashed and typically dirty and are typically loose with and without primters

What is the desired maximum output or particle size after shredding?

The proposal states the shredder includes a sizing screen with maximum 10 mm x 10 mm output for consistent particle size.

Is the principal purpose of shredding to render the cartridge cases completely unusable and unrecognisable, or is there another required level of destruction?

the purpose of shredding, the expended cartridge cases to prevent them form being loaded with gunpowder and reused. shredding to render completely unusable.

Will the shredded material be sent for recycling, disposal, or further processing?

yes, materials are shipped out for recycling after demiliterizing

What floor space is available for the shredder, feeder, conveyor, dust-collection system, and discharge container inside Building T388?

Overview: Length:20ft, Width:26ft, 520 sq ft

What is the available ceiling height in the proposed installation area?

12ft 8inch

Are there any restrictions relating to machine dimensions, access-door dimensions, floor loading, anchoring, or equipment positioning?

access entrance dimensions:

height 10ft, Width: 11ft.

the floor surface is asphalt but use of concrete is more suitable for anchor points.

Please confirm the exact electrical power available at the installation location, including voltage, number of phases, frequency, available amperage, and connection or plug type.

The proposal states the equipment requires 3-phase, 360–380 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 100 AMP electrical power.

Please confirm whether a three-phase system with three phases plus ground is acceptable.

Yes, additional pics are attached as well

Could the Government provide representative photographs of all materials that will be processed, including cartridge cases, brass, steel, plastic pellets, and bullet bands?

yes, Please see photos in a seperte attachment.

Please confirm whether all cartridge cases will be completely empty, inert, and free from explosive powder, propellant, live primers, projectiles, or other hazardous or explosive material.

all cases are checked to ensure they are intert and free of any unexpolded materials

Please confirm whether the material will be clean or may contain dirt, oil, or other contamination.

Clean(please see photos), no contamination, no foreign attachments, these might have dust and dirt on them no oils.

Please confirm the required final purpose of the process.

Is the objective only to render the cartridge cases permanently unusable, or is a specific destruction level required?

The proposal states the shredder is intended for medium-caliber cartridge cases and to improve security.

Is separation of the processed materials required, such as steel from brass, steel from plastic, or brass from plastic?

Separation of materials is not required, these are seperated by the customer upon arrival and remind segerated.

If separation is required, please advise the expected output arrangement.

seperation not required

Please confirm the minimum required throughput in metric tons per hour, pounds per hour, or another applicable unit.

The proposed processing capacity is 2,200 pounds per hour, approximately 1.1 short tons per hour or approximately 1 metric ton per hour.

Please provide the estimated average bulk density of the mixed input material, preferably in pounds per cubic foot or kilograms per cubic metre.

material is not mixed, this will be under 500 LBs per container

42 Please clarify whether the filtered exhaust air from the dust-collection system may be discharged back into the building or must be vented to the exterior.

If exterior venting is required, please confirm whether the Contractor will be permitted to install a wall penetration and exterior exhaust duct, and whether prior Government approval will be required for such building modification.

Filtered exhaust maybe discharges in the back of the building.