Attachment_VII_-Pre-Proposal_Questions__Answers_Amendment_0005.pdf

ATTACHMENT VII

PRE-PROPOSAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

SEPTEMBER 2016

Whidbey Island SPE600-16-R-0513 – AMENDMENT 0005

ATTACHMENT VII PRE-PROPOSAL Q&A

Q1: Reference: Section L, Addendum to 52.212‐1 ITO, para (a) and para 1.(b) Discussion: There is conflicting guidance on page count limitations in the two paragraphs.

Question: Is the page limit for the technical volume 50 or 60 pages?

A1: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, b. to change the Technical volume page limit from “60 pages” to “50 pages”.

Q2: Reference: Section L Addendum to 52.212‐1 ITO, para 2.b.i Discussion: The first sentence says "A list of 2‐5 contracts." and next sentence is a "A minimum of three referenced contracts. " Question: What is the minimum number of past performance citations?

A2: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 2. Volume II, b., i to read:

“Offeror shall submit a minimum list of 3 referenced contracts performed with similar services of scope and complexity held in the past 3 years. The Offeror shall include the point of contact information (i.e. phone number and e-mail address) for each referenced contract.

NOTE: Offeror may submit an additional 2 referenced contracts under the same terms and conditions, resulting in a limit of no more than 5 referenced contracts.”

Q3: Reference: Section M, Factor 3 Discussion: The Reference para refers to Attachment 5. Attachment 5 is the Past Performance Questionnaire.

Question: Should the reference be changed to Attachment 4, DLA Form 2019?

A3: Amendment 0005 has updated Section M, Factor 3 to change the “Attachment V” (Past Performance Questionnaire) to “Attachment IV) (Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DLA form 2019)).

Q4: 4) Reference: Section M, Factor 3 Discussion: The last sentence says "Small businesses submitting a Socioeconomic/Subcontracting Proposal will be assigned a rating of Acceptable."

Question: Should this sentence be deleted, as the evaluation process was listed in the sentence above?

A4: Amendment 0005 has updated Section M, Factor 3 to remove “Small businesses submitting a Socioeconomic/Subcontracting Proposal will be assigned a rating of Acceptable”.

Q5: The PWS states in Para. C‐2.1.7 that all afterhours support will be the contractor’s responsibility under CLIN 0001 at no additional cost to the Government. Since this is an unknown amount, please provide an annual average amount of afterhours support that should be anticipated?

A5: As discussed during the Preproposal Conference, 10-15 hours per month.

Q6: The PWS states in Para. C‐1.8.1 that except for those administrative and accounting duties outlined within this PWS, dispatchers shall not have collateral duties. Does this statement allow the Dispatcher to also act as the Fuel Accountant as a collateral duty?

A6: No, the 2 positions are separate positions within the PWS.

Q7: For personnel discharging fuel from a barge, what are the specific training, coordination with local authorities, wage classifications and insurance requirements? Please provide points of contact where possible.

A7: Barge and coastal operations shall be adhered to in accordance with 33 CFR 154 and 33 CFR

156.170. FDSO position is responsible for these operations; training and wage classification would be at FDSO rate. Coordination of barge operations will be conducted with base operations.

Q8: Please provide a list of ground fuel delivery points by location, building/facility number, delivery schedule/frequency, tank capacity and tank characteristics so the bidders can accurately price the work and develop a quality proposal.

A8: Different locations on call basis.

Q9: Will the Contractor be responsible for snow removal at the Retail Service Stations?

A9: Yes.

Q10: The PWS states in Para. C‐2.9.20 that the Contractor shall perform corrosion control and minor painting (of those systems requiring painting) as part of Preventative Maintenance. Since this requirement is important to the government, does the same expectation and applicability also apply to Contractor Furnished Equipment (i.e. refuelers)?

A10: Yes.

Q11: What is the original inception date for the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that’s currently in place? Was the CBA in place before 2014 or is the current CBA in its first period?

A11: The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is effective from June 9, 2014 through June 8, 2017, and thereafter from year to year unless written notice to modify, amend, or terminate the Agreement is served by either party upon the other at least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date of this Agreement.

Q12: Will resumes be required to be submitted for the key personnel 30 days prior to Performance

Period (start of contract), as the PWS states in Para. C‐1.7 or as part of the proposal submission?

A12: In accordance with the Response for Proposals (RFP), Section L, RFP para 2. Volume II, b.

Section II, iv., relevant experience of key personnel may be considered for Past Performance. In order to be evaluated as Past Performance information, offerors should submit resumes in their Past Performance section of their proposal. However, if there are no resumes submitted for evaluation of Past Performance, resumes are required to be submitted for the key personnel 30 days prior to the performance period in accordance with the PWS, para. C-1.7.

Q13: Please confirm the number of Original and Hard Copies to be submitted for Price Proposal/Offeror Submission Package ‐ on page 101 of 113 it states Original Hard Copy while on the OSP cover package – Attachment II it states to submit Original and two (2) copies of this Offeror Submission Package.

A13: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum to 52.212-1 (a) and Attachment II to reflect one original, one copy, and one PDF electronic copy for the Technical Proposal and Price Proposal/Offer Submission Package (OSP).

Q14: Can the government please confirm the page count for the Technical Proposal – on page 101 of 113 it states 50‐page limit while on page 102 of 113 it state 60‐page limit.

A14: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, b. to change the Technical volume page limit from “60 pages” to “50 pages”.

Q15: Can the government please clarify the statement on Page 102 of 113 “OFFERORS ARE INSTRUCTED

TO ONLY PROVIDE A COVER SHEET ON YOUR COMPANY LETTERHEAD. ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS SHOULD

BE DEVOID OF COMPANY’s NAME and LOGO.” Is the government’s request for the offeror to not refer to their company name through the entire technical proposal narrative of 50 pages?

A15: Offerors shall not provide their company’s name or logo beyond the cover page of their Volume I - Technical Proposal submission in accordance with the RFP, Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, c.

Q16: What is the guidance on the Price Proposal /OSP volume – can the government be specific as to which sections the offeror can or cannot include their company name?

A16: Offerors shall not submit pricing on their company’s letterhead for their Volume II - Price Proposal/OSP in accordance with the RFP, Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 2. Volume II, a. i.

Q17: Would the government consider copies of PPQ’s requested from the offeror’s clients for previous proposal efforts within a 12‐month period of this submission?

A17: Offerors may submit Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) from referenced contracts performed with similar services of scope and complexity held within the past 3 years.

Q18: Is a title page considered in the page limit for the Technical Proposal?

A18: The proposal title shall be submitted on the cover page. Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, b. to include as follows:

“The cover page will NOT be considered in the page limit.”

Q19: Is the cover letter considered in the page limit for the Technical Proposal?

A19: The proposal title shall be submitted on the cover page. Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, b. to include as follows:

“The cover page will NOT be considered in the page limit.”

Q20: How many projects shall the offeror submit in their Past Performance section? On Page 103 it states “i. A list of 2‐5 contracts that the offeror has held in the past 3 years, in which the services of similar scope and complexity were performed. A minimum of 3 referenced contracts with a point of contact information (i.e. phone number and e‐mail address) shall be included.” Later in section M on page 112 it states that the offer is to submit 3 past performance questionnaires. – is the government asking for three projects in the past performance narrative along with their respective PPQs? Please confirm.

A20: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 2. Volume II, b.

Section II, i. to read:

“Offeror shall submit a minimum list of 3 referenced contracts performed with similar services of scope and complexity held in the past 3 years. The Offeror shall include the point of contact information (i.e. phone number and e-mail address) for each referenced contract.

NOTE: Offeror may submit an additional 2 referenced contracts under the same terms and conditions, resulting in a limit of no more than 5 referenced contracts.”

Q21: Can the government provide the contact information of the individual who should receive the copies of the PPQ response – it is not included in Attachment V.

A21: Past Performance Questionnaires must be provided directly to the Government and sent to Jackie.Robinson@dla.mil and LaTonya.Beach@dla.mil.

Q22: Is the Terminal Manager the only position for which a resume is required in the proposal response?

A22: In accordance with the RFP, Section L, RFP para 2. Volume II, b. Section II, iv., all key personnel resumes, including the Terminal Manager, is required in the proposal response to be considered for Past Performance for relevant experience of key personnel. In order to be evaluated as Past Performance information, offerors should submit resumes in their Past Performance section of their proposal.

Q23: Can the government please provide the mailing address to which the hard copy proposals should be mailed to?

A23: RFP page 2, C. provides DLA Energy-FESAA designated office for receipt of offers for this

RFP.

Q24: C‐1.6.3 ‐ EMPLOYMENT STANDARD States that employees must comply with entry to NAF El Centro.

Please clarify?

A24: An outdated PWS was posted initially.

Q25: C‐2.1.3 ‐ Are fuel pit lanes 3 and 4 operated off the same Deadman control or are they controlled separately?

A25: All pit lanes are controlled by separate deadman controls.

Q26: C‐2.2 BULK STORAGE States the requirement for a dedicated fuel scheduler. Is this scheduler in addition to the dispatcher requirement?

A26: No, the dispatcher can perform these tasks listed.

Q27: C‐2.2.1 BULK OUTPUT States that the pumping system is automated. Is the pump house required to be staffed when operating?

A27: Transfer operations to the day tank system shall be monitored by a FDSO.

Q28: To properly configure the truck overfill protection we need to know what type of Scully system is used at the top off stands.

A28: Top off Stands has Scultrol system with ground hog. Defuel trucks have Sculpac ST-1 system battery operated.

Q29: Page 101 of 113: a) on the table it indicates the page limit for the Technical Proposal is 50 pages.

Page 102 of 113: 1. Technical b. ‐ Technical Management proposals in this RFP shall be limited to 60 single sided, 8 ½” x 11” pages, including Appendices and Attachments. Please clarify the page count?

A29: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, b. to change the Technical volume page limit from “60 pages” to “50 pages”.

Q30: Page 101 of 113: a) on the table it indicates the page limit for the Price Proposal is none. But the OSP page 2 of 29 has a 50‐page limit for the Price Proposal OSP. The OSP table also asks for an MS Excel copy of the OSP. Are we to convert the document, or will you provide an Excel version? Which page count is correct?

A30: The Government will not provide the Excel spreadsheet. Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para a) table to reflect 50 pages as the page limit.

Q31: Page 103 of 113 iv. “In order to create efficiency, Past Performance Questionnaires received by DLA Energy for solicitations SPE600‐16‐R‐0513 can be used for this solicitation.” SPE600‐16‐R‐0513 is this solicitation ‐ did you mean to reference other solicitations?

A31: Amendment 0005 has updated the RFP, Section L, RFP para 2. Volume II, b. Section II, iv., to read:

“In order to create efficiency, Past Performance Questionnaires received by DLA Energy for solicitations other than SPE600-16-R-0513 can be used from referenced contracts performed with similar services of scope and complexity held within the past 3 years.”

Q32: PWS Page 1 C‐1.3 “The Contractor shall submit all detailed plans listed below to the Contracting Officer for review and acceptance no later than 60 days prior to the start of the contract performance period and ensure that all required plans are accepted and approved by DLA Energy 30 days prior to start of the contract performance period.” Do you plan on awarding the contract that far in advance of the start date?

A32: The Government intends to award the contract within a sufficient amount of time as noted.

However, this also allows for some flexibility during the pre-award stage of the procurement.

Q33: PWS Page 2 C‐1.3.7 Contract Contingency Plan: Is required to be submitted IAW C‐1.3. above and includes, “and the replacement of equipment anticipated to be out of service for more than 72 hours.” On page 14, C‐3.1.1 “The technical proposal will include contingency plans for major/minor breakdowns or unavailability of Contractor furnished equipment such as vehicles, pantographs…” Are the Contingency Plans due with the proposal – or after award and before the start date?

A33: In accordance with the RFP, Section H, H-0002, H19 (c), any Contractor whose terminal stores product exclusively for DLA Energy use shall prepare and submit an approved Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan, Oil Pollution Prevention Operations Manual, and Oil Spill Contingency Plan, as applicable. These documents shall be submitted to the ACO and the Defense Energy Region specified in the DESIGNATION OF THE DEFENSE ENERGY REGION provision of this solicitation as soon as practicable after contract award, but no later than 60 days after award notification.

Q34: Appendix A ‐ Please provide a breakdown of average Cold/Hot refueling actions per shift (A, B, C) and per day (Weekdays/Weekends). The monthly estimates (normal/surge) are not sufficient to accurately staff the shifts or calculate the number of refueler vehicles required.

A34: It is up to the contractor to staff. Monthly estimates were provided.

Q35: PWS Paragraph C‐2.9.11 states: “…shall be maintained with the prescribed limits.” Will the

Government please release the prescribed limits?

A35: Navy Techniques, Tactics and Procedures (NTTP) 3-07.2.3, para O.10.5 covers the requirement.

Q36: PWS Appendix A, 1. Hours of Operation. Within this paragraph it is stated: “The Contractor shall be required to monitor and support other Contractors.” Will the Government please detail the exact magnitude and tasks involved in monitoring and supporting other Contractors?

A36: An example of this would be when the RM/MR contractor comes out to perform maintenance.

Q37: Addendum to 52.212‐1, a), page 101 of 113, states in the table that the page limit for the technical proposal is 50. On page 102 of 113, 1.b. it is stated that the page limit is 60. Please clarify which is the correct number.

A37: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum 52.212-1 para 1. Volume I, b. to change the Technical volume page limit from “60 pages” to “50 pages”.

Q38: Submittal instructions for the number of printed copies to be delivered to DLA‐E do not match between Section L, page 101 of 113, the OSP cover page instructions, and the instructions on page 2 of 29 of the OSP. Please clarify the requirement.

A38: Amendment 0005 has updated Section L, Addendum to 52.212-1 (a) and Attachment II to reflect one original, one copy, and one PDF electronic copy for the Technical Proposal and Price Proposal/Offer Submission Package (OSP).

Q39: Which publication takes precedence for vehicle markings, NFPA 407 or NAVFAC P‐300?

A39: Vehicle markings will be IAW 00-80T-109. NATOPS takes precedence over other regulations unless otherwise dictated.

Q40: Is training such as RO and BSME training provided by the Government? Does the Government reimburse contractors for travel-related training costs for RO Training and BSME Training (e.g., per diem, air fare, hotel, etc.)?

A40: TM/Accountant is required to complete training IAW DLA P-32. Per DLA-Energy P-32:

Funding for contractors that require training is dependent upon on the contract language. DLA Energy will fund training when required by contract after coordination with the appropriate Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer Representative.

Q41: With the absence of a DD254 from the RFP we are wondering what level of clearance is required to obtain Flight Line Access. Does DLA‐E or the Installation require a level II or Level III clearance for Flight Line Access?

A41: Contractors are required a Tier 3 level clearance; non-critical sensitive access.

Q42: Appendix A lists the hours of operation for the Fuel Dispatch Center for Sat‐Sun as 07:00 to 23:00. It was stated at the site visit that the Fuel Dispatch Center was operated 24/7. This would make sense as the “Cold Refuel” hours of operation are 24/7. Will the Government please confirm the hours of operation for the Fuel Dispatch Center?

A42: It is up to the contractor to staff; however, coverage must meet 24/7 requirement. DSO can maintain manual log to facilitate accurate BSME input by dispatcher at the start of the next duty day from 2300 to 0700 Weekdays with 2 personnel (Dispatcher and Driver). Weekends will be 1 person who is Dispatcher/driver.

Q43: It was mentioned during the site visit that there are no confined spaces at NAS Whidbey Island;

however, the PWS references confined space entry in PWS C‐1.3.10, confined space safety measures in PWS C‐2.9.17, and mentions safety equipment in PWS C‐3.6.13. Will the Government please confirm if there are confined spaces that the contractor is required to maintain and is this to be addressed in the proposal?

A43: No confined space Currently the fuel contractor has a person that is confined space qualified.

Q44: Reference PWS C‐1.2 – the listed facilities include a Truck Tire Shop located at Bldg. 2916; however, this facility is not listed in Appendix A. Is the facility used by the contractor?

A44: This facility is used as a tire maintenance shop.

Q45: Reference PWS C‐1.6.3 – this paragraph mentions NAF El Centro, is this error?

A45: An outdated PWS was posted initially.

Q46: Reference PWS C‐1.7.4 – This paragraph does not mention a requirement for the TM to have completed formal Responsible Officer Training IAW DLA P‐32. Nor is there any mention of a requirement to have an alternate RO who has completed formal training. Is this training required? If yes, is the current contractor required to have this training at the present time? Will DLA fund personnel to attend the required training?

A46: TM is required to complete training IAW DLA P-32. Contracting will need to answer about funding. GOCOs do not have ROs.

Q47: Reference PWS C‐1.8.2 – This paragraph does not mention a requirement for either the primary Accountant of the alternate/back‐up Accountant to have completed formal FMD Training IAW DLA P‐32.

Is this training required? If yes, is the current contractor required to have this training at the present time? Will DLA fund personnel to attend the required training?

A47: Accountant is required to complete training IAW DLA P-32. Contracting will need to answer about funding.

Q48: Reference PWS C‐1.8.3 – Please clarify the DSO duties during hot pit operations. In one sentence the PWS states the DSO may be required to perform as a hot pit operator (deadman control), nozzle operator, or fire watch within a pit operation. In another sentence, the PWS states that when directed by the Contracting Officer, the DSO may be responsible for manning the fire watch, nozzle operator, or refueling director/coordinator positions. In yet another sentence, the PWS states the unit receiving services will be responsible for providing all manning other than that of the fuel system or pit operator.

Finally, during the site visit, we were told the DSO would only be responsible for operating the deadman control. Which positions will our DSO be required to fill? Each of the positions mentioned: hot pit operator; fire watch; nozzle operator; and refueling director/coordinator require varying degrees of training. Also, please confirm that regardless of the position filled, only one DSO is required for each pit where the contractor is engaged in the operation.

A48: DSO is only required to operate deadman control. Only 1 DSO per pit when required.

Q49: Reference PWS C‐1.8.6 ‐ This paragraph does not mention a formal training requirement for the Laboratory Technician, such as the fuel quality control course taught at Ft Lee. VA. Is this training required? If yes, is the current contractor required to have this training at the present time? Will DLA fund personnel to attend the required training?

A49: No formal laboratory training required.

Q50: Reference PWS C‐2.1.4; PWS C‐2.1.7; and Appendix A, Table 1 – Hours of Operation. Para C‐2.1.4 requires a response time of 20 mins during the hours of operations listed in Appendix A. The cold refueling hours for listed in Table 1 show 24/7 operations. PWS C‐2.1.7 lists after‐hours response time as two hours. Please clarify which operations are covered under the two‐hour response time.

A50: An example would be weekend hot-pits, which is coordinated a few days prior. Another example would be an after-hour ground fuel delivery.

Q51: Reference PWS C‐2.1.7 – Please provide the average number of overtime hours the incumbent contractor incurs so that we can accurately forecast costs to include in CLIN 0001.

A51: As discussed during the Preproposal Conference, 10-15 hours per month.

Q52: Reference PWS C‐2.1.8 ‐ Please clarify the frequency and location of off‐station fuel services to aircraft and support equipment. How often does this occur and where?

A52: Once every 2 weeks or when requested at (OLF) Outlying Field Coupeville.

Q53: Reference PWS C‐2.2 – The paragraph states that a dedicated bulk fuel scheduler is required, along with specific duties this position performs, including scheduling shipments. The Whidbey Island bulk fuel operations described elsewhere in the PWS and during the site visit don’t seem to require this position.

Please clarify. If a bulk scheduler is required, can this be a collateral duty?

A53: The dispatcher can perform these tasks listed.

Q54: Reference PWS C‐2.2 – How often are barges received?

A54: 1-2 per week.

Q55: Reference PWS C‐2.2 – What is the typical individual barge receipt quantity?

A55: 550K – 580K.

Q56: Reference PWS C‐2.2 – How long does it typically take to offload a barge, including set‐up and recovery times?

A56: 5.5 to 6.5 hours.

Q57: Reference PWS C‐2.2 – Do barge receipts all occur during normal weekday (dayshift) operations?

A57: Yes.

Q58: Reference PWS C‐2.2.1 – How often are the day tanks replenished at the direct fueling system?

A58: Daily.

Q59: Reference PWS C‐2.2.1 – What is the transfer rate and typical transfer amount to the direct fueling system?

A59: 500gpm, 20K gallons, transferred daily depending on operations.

Q60: Reference PWS C‐2.2.2 – Are the ground product fillstands driver‐operated or is a storage attendant required for truck fills?

A60: Two personnel.

Q61: Reference PWS C‐2.2‐4 – Do F‐24 tank truck receipts occur? If yes, how often and how many are received per occurrence?

A61: Once a year, QLLEX every June.

Q62: Reference PWS C‐2.2.4 – Are tank truck escorts required?

A62: No escorts required, the contractors who deliver the DS2/MUR are registered to come on base and they know where to go.

Q63: Reference PWS C‐2.3 – Are the ground product tanks at Ault Field and the Seaplane Base equipped with ATG systems and connected to the FMD system?

A63: Yes.

Q64: Reference PWS C‐2.4 – This paragraph states that jet fuel may be used in lieu of diesel for ground fuel applications. Do any customers use F‐24 instead of diesel?

A64: Only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel required.

Q65: Reference PWS C‐2.4.3 – How many delivery points are there for MMR and how often are they serviced?

A65: Different locations call in when required.

Q66: Reference PWS C‐2.4.3 – How many delivery points are there for diesel and how often are they serviced?

A66: Different locations call in when required.

Q67: Reference PWS C‐2.5 – How many pick‐up points are there for used oil and how often are they serviced?

A67: No used oil.

Q68: Reference PWS C‐2.9 – If needed, will the incoming contractor be provided a reasonable time to restore facilities not meeting standards for corrosion control, spot painting, and other sub‐standard maintenance requirements at the start of the contract? Will the Government allow the incoming contractor to pursue an equitable adjustment based on any additional work hours or materials required to perform this restoration to acceptable conditions?

A68: The Contracting Officer may authorize a change in the contract which could include an equitable adjustment in accordance with FAR 52.243-1 Changes – Fixed Price w/ Alternate II. This may be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Q69: Reference PWS C‐2.9 – Are filter separator element changes the responsibility of the contractor?

A69: Normally, RM/MR.

Q70: Reference PWS C‐2.9.6 – Please clarify the contractor’s responsibility to track maintenance and repair expenditures. We understand the need to record and monitor all maintenance activity via a contractor‐provided CMMS, but are unclear as to how expenditure data would be obtained from the various maintenance agencies and what level of detail is expected.

A70: RM/MR invoices.

Q71: Reference PWS C‐2.9.11 – Please clarify the distance from the fence line that constitutes the “security zone” the contractor is responsible for maintaining.

A71: Navy Techniques, Tactics and Procedures (NTTP) 3-07.2.3, para O.10.5 covers the requirement.

Q72: Reference PWS C‐2.9.24 – Who is responsible for purchasing the fuel for the boat(s) used in support of barge operations? If the contractor, please provide annual consumption figures.

A72: The government. The contractor only performs visual inspections and checks levels before/after use.

Q73: Reference PWS C‐2.9.26 – Is the certification course for fire extinguisher inspections provided and funded by the government?

A73: Training will be provided by the Fire Department.

Q74: Reference PWS C‐2.10 – Please provide a copy of the PQS for Aviation Fuel Operations Ashore, NAVEDTRA 43426.

A74: Reference is wrong. It should be NAVEDTRA 43288-C. A copy will be provided after the solicitation closes to offerors who submit a proposal.

Q75: Reference PWS C‐2.12.4 – Please provide a copy of the SPCC and FRP so that we can accurately account for the cost of providing and maintaining spill kits in conformance with these documents.

A75: A copy will be provided after the solicitation closes to offerors who submit a proposal.

Q76: Reference PWS C‐3.1 – Is a dedicated defueler required?

A76: Contractor’s choice.

Q77: Reference PWS C‐3.1 – Are JP‐5 and JP8 defuels required to be segregated?

A77: If JP-5 were to be defueled it is not put back into the system, preferably issued back to the same squadron.

Q78: Reference PWS C‐3.1.1 – This paragraph mentions a requirement for the Contractor to provide a contingency plan for contractor furnished equipment, and lists various examples including hose carts and pantographs. Please confirm there are no hose carts required under this contract. Also, please confirm the pantographs used for the direct refueling operation are Government provided.

A78: No hose carts required. Pantographs are provided by the government, but maintained by the contractor.

Q79: Reference PWS C‐3.1.4 – Are there any restrictions on the type or frequency of radios that the contractor provides for dispatching and internal use?

A79: Fuel contractor has its own radios used internally.

Q80: Reference PWS C‐3.1.9 & Reference PWS C‐3.1.10 – These paragraphs seem to conflict with each other. The first paragraph states that all fuel servicing vehicles shall have recirculating and defueling capability. The second paragraph requires different metering specifications for refuelers and defuelers.

Please clarify.

A80: The different meter requirement is for dedicated defuelers.

Q81: Reference PWS C‐3.1.11 – This paragraph refers to the schedule of aircraft to determine hose length required; however, the table provided in Appendix A doesn’t make any reference to specific hose lengths. Standard hose length is typically 50 feet per reel. Please confirm this hose length is sufficient.

A81: IAW NAVAIR 00-80T-109, unless otherwise specified, aircraft delivery hose on refueler trucks shall be a minimum of 50 feet. In addition, at no time shall a truck be positioned closer than 10 feet of any part of the aircraft.

Q82: Reference PWS C‐3.6.10 – Please confirm the Government is responsible for snow removal other than that specifically described in this paragraph.

A82: Base provides snow removal. Fuel contractor will use salt for ice.

Q83: Reference PWS C‐3.6.13 – Are there any confined spaces the contractor is required to enter?

A83: No confined spaces.

Q84: Reference PWS C‐3.6.13 – Is the standard Navy cranial protection (i.e. “Grape” helmet) provided by the Government for hot refueling pit operators?

A84: No.

Q85: Reference PWS Appendix A, Table 3 – How often do MUR receipts occur?

A85: Average twice a year.

Q86: Reference PWS Appendix A, Table 3 – How often do DS2 receipts occur?

A86: Average once every 3 months.

Q87: Reference Appendix A, Table 2 – Since there is not a used oil tank listed, can you confirm that the used oil is stored in the contractor truck, and describe how used oil is disposed of?

A87: Disposition listed in PWS.

Q88: Reference PWS Appendix A, Table 3 – Please differentiate the amount of monthly throughput for MUR issued via the service station and via ground service refueler.

A88: Please rephrase this question.

Q89: Reference PWS Appendix A, Table 3 – Please differentiate the amount of monthly throughput for DS2 issued via the service station and via ground service refueler.

A89: Please rephrase this question.

Q90: Reference PWS Appendix A, Table 3 – What percentage of hot refueling operations per month (280 normal/375 surge) is accomplished by the Contractor versus the Navy?

A90: The contractor only operates the hotpits when more than 2 lanes are required for service.

Q91: Reference PWS Appendix A, Tables 5 & 6 – Who is responsible for maintaining the stand‐by generators?

A91: Response: Fuel Contractor fuels, Public works maintains.

Q92: Appendix A, Table 6 lists facility 364 as a JP 5 booster pump, is this now supposed to be F24?

A92: Yes.

Q93: Reference PWS Appendix A, Table 7 – Is there additional Government furnished equipment besides what is listed in Appendix A paragraph 7, for example, hot pit pantographs; laboratory equipment;

furnishings; etc.?

A93: None.