QUESTION ANSWERS DOC - 08.19.2024.pdf

W50S9H-24-Q-A017

CRANE RENTAL BPA – QUESTIONS/ ANSWERS

Q1. What is the weight of the aircraft?

A1. 18,000 to 90,000 lbs.

Q2. What are the dimensions of the aircraft (length, width, height)?

A2. Approximately 15ft to 60ft

Q3. Are there any specific lifting points on the aircraft?

A3. Yes, but Subject Matter Experts (SME) will always be on site to direct crane operators

Q4. To determine the maximum reach required, could you provide the CenterPoint of the training aircraft and the distance (in feet) it needs to be moved?

A4. We will always provide all oversight of the operation and required information

Q5. Are there any sensitive or fragile parts of the aircraft that require special attention during the move?

A5. Yes, all areas are sensitive. SME’s will always be on site and present during any operation.

Q6. Engineered Lift Plans: Will engineered lift plans in accordance with EM385 be required for the crane operations during the training events? If so, could you please provide any specific guidelines or templates that we should follow?

A6. No engineer lift plans are required.

Q7. Rigging Provision: Are we required to provide our own rigging for the crane operations, or will rigging be supplied by the government? If we need to provide it, are there any specific specifications or standards we need to adhere to?

A7. No rigging equipment is required. Government will provide all necessary equipment aside from the crane and operator.

Q8. What type of crane is required for the work? Rough Terrain or All-terrain?

A8. 75-ton 100 ton, Either

Q9. Is there make, model or year preference for the cranes?

A9. No preference

Q10. Will the fuel for the crane be provided at the site?

A10. No Fuel provided. It is on the company to supply

Q11. Is there an opportunity for a site visit before the offer due date?

A11. No

Q12. Will the crane and operator be needed on base every day?

A12. No, only when a BPA call is placed and only for the period of performance specified on the call.

Q13. Will both cranes be needed each day?

A13. It depends on the requirement of the BPA Call. There are times when both cranes may be needed and times when they may not. Requirements vary depending on the training event.

Q14. Will both be used simultaneously?

A14. Possibly, depending on the training event.

Q15. If cranes need to be stored on base until needed, is that permissible?

A15. Storage of cranes on base is not permitted overnights or weekends. It is the vendors responsibility to find storage off base if needed.

Q16. The quote is asking for the price of one day of service. Is that all that is required, or will the cranes be required for multiple days during the training?

A16. Please review the solicitation documents in their entirety. There are times when cranes may be needed for multiple days and times when only one day of usage will be required.

Q17. Is there a way to set aside fixed costs associated with set up etc.?

A17. All costs associated should be included in the price list provided by the Government.

Q18. What is the maximum value of the equipment being hauled on the crane?

A18. The value of the equipment that is being lifted and moved varies depending on the training event.

The Government estimates that the maximum value of the equipment is approximately $1,000,000.