RFI 8.pdf

1. Are the dispensers on the new tanks set up electronically to communicate with the existing VIL Key Reader and Fuel Management system. The print does not show a data connection conduit.

The dispensers will have to be connected to the Fuel Management System under a separate contract.

2. By the MFG. cut sheet for the tanks, they show existing level gauges w/ alarms and leak detectors. Will the new VR system replace these items or will they be an addition. This could affect how many available tank top openings are available.

Veeder Root to be installed under separate contract. Under this contract the contractor will be responsible for providing the underground utility conduit and stub at the appropriate location based on the tank specifications.

3. The “air line” to the new island, please indicate where in Building 208 is the compressor is located. What type of piping or tubing is to be installed underground, please clarify..

Please see plans P‐1 through P‐4 for tank location and underground location of piping.

4. What type of air dispensing equipment is to be installed, please clarify.

Contractor to provide specifications for a stand‐alone above ground pump near the location of the existing underground tanks, along the sidewalk. Contractor to tie into existing underground compressed air conduit. See response #3 above for plan sheets.

5. The product piping is calling for heat tracing. Will this be installed at the factory if not what are the specifications for the equipment a where will the controls be located.

Contractor to provide specifications for heat tracing of underground utilities from tie in point to new tanks.

6. What type of piping insulation will be required for the heat tracing.

Contractor to provide specifications based on manufacturers recommendations for heat tracing products.

7. Sealed bid means hardcopy correct? Email is not acceptable?

Yes, hard copies will only be accepted. No emails. You can drop off your package or FedEx it any time so that it is received on our end prior to the bid opening time. If you plan to drop off your package early, please contact Joseph Kugler at joseph.kugler.1@us.af.mil to schedule a drop off appointment.

8. What procedures do we need to follow in order to attend the bid opening?

The same procedures that you followed to attend the site visit shall also be followed in order to attend the bid opening. Email the following information for all attendees to Joseph Kugler at the following email address: joseph.kugler.1@us.af.mil.

Firm Name and Telephone Number Visitor's Name and Social Security No.

Drivers License & State of Issuance Citizenship

This information must be provided in advance, 3 business days prior to the bid opening.