W50S9H-23-Q-0005 - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - 1 JUNE 2023.pdf

W50S9H-23-Q-0005

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Current as of 1 June 2023

Q1. Please advise on the status of the aircraft- are there any explosives or fluids still present?

A1. The Aircraft has been completely De-Milled and De-Puddled, which means no fluids or explosives are present.

Q2. Are auxiliary fuel tanks or weaponry installed?

A2. Auxiliary fuel tanks are installed currently and will require R2. No weaponry installed.

Q3. Regarding the move from AMARG to Pima Air and Space Museum- will the government be facilitating this piece, or will we be responsible for this transportation as well?

A3. Current Statement of Work encompasses awarded contract company responsibility for moving the aircraft from AMARG to PIMA.

Q4. Is the aircraft able to be towed or will it need to be secured to a flatbed for transport?

A4. The Aircraft is towable, but further guidance will be required from AMARG for specific aircraft movement processes.

Q5. Does packaging need to be milspec?

A5. Packaging does not need to be MILSPEC, however through the disassembly and transportation process the utmost care of all associated parts /pieces should be protected in a way that minimizes unnecessary damage.

Q6. Does the packaging of the disassembled material need to occur on site, or can it be transported to a facility for packaging?

A6. All disassembled items should be packaged at the de-mill site, however if required the contractor may use discretion as to where the appropriate location for packaging should be.

Q7. What are the weights/dims of the disassembled pieces?

A7. Total aircraft weight is estimated at 29,869lbs. Length = 49’ft 6” in. Height 16’ft 5” in. Span 32’ft 10” in.

Disassembled pieces can be subtracted from the total A/C weight.

Q8. Will there be any government furnished equipment? i.e. crane or forklift

A8. No government equipment will be furnished. All cranes or forklifts can be coordinated through the AMARG facility at a cost to the contractor.

Q9. If GFE is provided, are operators also provided or will we be responsible for providing them?

A9. All support equipment coordinated through the AMARG facility, should be requested to include a certified operator.

Q10. What are the lift points of the aircraft?

A10. There are only 3 lift points on the aircraft to be utilized using and approved F-16 Lifting Sling. Dismantled parts will require contractor expertise for proper lifting, balancing of parts.

F-16A Technical guidance should be followed if available.

Q11. What are the required boom truck specs to safely lift the aircraft?

A11. A 30 Ton Crane will be sufficient to life the aircraft and or any dismantled parts. Final decision will be made through coordination with the AMARG facility.