QnA 9-14-23.docx

1) Will 120 days be an acceptable lead time for this solution?

A) 120 days is an acceptable lead time.

2) Regarding the preferred, but not mandatory logo'ing on all four sides...if the requirement is indeed for a 5' container, please note that this will feature a set of double doors on both ends of it. These doors have locking bars and handles that run right down the middle, which makes logo'ing the ends difficult and not a great visual for any sort of logo. Will logo'ing just the two sides be acceptable?

A) Yes, logo’ing the two sides is acceptable.

3) Regarding the powder coated steel, is grey an acceptable color for this powder coat?

A) Yes.

4) Will qty. 2 of the dumbbell racks be acceptable vs. the 1 that is called out in the spec? You will need 2 in order to rack that total quantity of dumbbells.

5) Must the outer steel racks be hot dip galvanized to prevent against rust and corrosion? Highly recommended.

A) The outer steel racks must be manufactured/made of materials to prevent against rust and corrosion, whether that be through being hot dip galvanized or a similar method/materials. Any offer that provides an “or equal” substitute shall provide sufficient evidence/supporting material that allows the contracting officer (CO) to make a technical acceptability determination in accordance with the solicitation.

6) Must the outer steel vertical legs be made of 3" x 3", 7-gauge steel?

A) See answer above.

7) Shall the folding rack system affix only to the sidewalls of the container and touch the ground when set-up for use?

A) See answer above.

8) Is a lifetime warranty required on the outer steel with a 2-year warranty on the internal accessories?

A) The government requests the commercially offered warranty for the quoted item.

9) Does the end customer have access to a 10k forklift for offloading the container once it arrives?

10) Must the vendor provide proof of completed past projects demonstrating the ability to manufacture a folding rack to the sides of a shipping container?

A) Past Performance will be evaluated in accordance FAR 13.106-2(b)(3)(ii). The Contracting Officer may evaluate past performance based on customer surveys, the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), or any other reasonable basis. The contracting officer may use his/her previous experience with the items and services being acquired.