Round_4_Questions_and_Answers_M1061_W15QKN17R0041.docx

Round 4 Questions and Answers M1061 W15QKN-17-R-0041

41) Reference NOR R17J2002, states the following: 3.2.1.4 Shot distribution. Fragmentation inserts shall be radiographically inspected to insure proper shot configuration and even dispersal in accordance with drawing 13008598, section 4.5.6, and government approved inspection method, (AAIE).

4.5.6 Shot distribution, radiographic inspection. Digital Radiographic inspection shall be performed on samples oriented as specified in 4.5.6.1. 100% review of the X-ray images taken imagery must be accomplished by a radiographer certified Level 2 or greater in Non-Film Radiography.

Paragraph 3.2.1.4 specifies AAIE for inspection of the shot distribution. Paragraph 4.5.6 specifies that the radiographic inspection is to be performed by a radiographer certified Level 2 or greater. Verification Class B was removed from FI shot distribution category in Table I leaving only Class A (First Article).

Considering that AAIE is typically used only when 100% inspection is required, should the AAIE called out in 3.2.1.4 be changed to AIE?

Response: Despite not being done at 100%, the radiographic inspection with SNR reading capability is still considered AAIE and will be proved out appropriately.

42) The price of the Fragmentation Insert (13008598) is sensitive to the Tungsten commodity pricing. Would USG consider including the Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause for Tungsten to the solicitation? Would you consider adding 16.203 Fixed-price contracts with economic price adjustment?

Response: There will be no Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause included in this solicitation.

43) Please provide the following clarification of Section L.4.4.2 of the RFP, which states: “For the purpose of evaluating Small Business Participation, the total contract price is determined by multiplying the unit price for a single 60mm M1061 He Mortar Cartridge from option period 2, range 30,000 – 45,000…” Is “option period 2” the same as Option Year 2, which is CLIN 0003AB?

Response: Yes, it’s the same.