QUESTIONS ANSWERS - W50S9H25QA014 - HEM SERVICES - 7.2.2025.pdf

QUESTIONS ANSWERS - W50S9H25QA014- Heavy Equipment Mechanic (HEM) Services

Updated 6.25.2025

Q1. PWS PARA 1.4.9: Is the Contract Manager required to be onsite?

A1. No. Onsite Contract Manager not required.

Q2. PWS PARA 4.0: Is the contractor required to provide of ice supplies (pens, paper, etc.) or cleaning supplies, dry sweep, shop towels, etc. or is that all provided by the Government?

A2. All basic tools and of ice supplies will be provided by the Government. No tooling or equipment will be turned over to the contractor for control.

Q3. Will the Government provide repair parts for all maintenance required?

A3. Yes, the government will procure and provide all parts required for repairs/ maintenance.

Q4. Is there currently an incumbent contractor performing this work and how many employees are being used to ful ill this contract? Also, how many FTEs does the Government envision for this requirement?

A4. Yes, the current incumbent is Leo Tech LLC, Contract WS50S9H-23-P-0012. There are currently 6 FTE Heavy Equipment Mechanics that the contractor has performing under the contract. The Government anticipates the continued use of 6 FTE Heavy Equipment Mechanics to successfully satisfy the requirement.

Updated 7.2.2025

Q5. Does the 10-page limit include past performance references and a price narrative, or are those excluded?

A5. The 10-page limit includes past performance and price narratives, and cover page.

Q6. Is the Government requiring a single combined document for technical and price, or should offerors submit separate volumes?

A6. Separate volumes are not required.

Q7. Are weekend hours required for field exercises?

A7. Weekend hours are not required.

Q8. PWS Section 3.3 indicates that PPE will be provided. Will the Government provide a list of the PPE provided?

A8. Hardhats, eye protection, hearing protection, fall protection and welding PPE are provided. Steel Toe boots NOT provided.

Q9. PWS Section 3.3 states PPE will be provided. Will the Government furnish a detailed list of the PPE items?

A9. Hardhats, eye protection, hearing protection, fall protection and welding PPE are provided. Steel Toe boots NOT provided.

Q10. Will the Government reimburse for EVM Level II training and/or recertification?

A10. The Government will not reimburse for EVM Level II Training/ an or recertifications

Q11. Will the Government accept a statement indicating that all representations and certifications in SAM.Gov are current and up to date in place of completing the representations and certifications as 52.212-1(k) is reserved?

A11. If Reps and Certs are current in SAM, filling out 52.212-1 is not necessary

Q12. Can the Government provide a GFE listing for all tools, vehicles, materials, and supplies being provided.

A12. All tools, vehicles, materials, and supplies are provided for use in performance of the PWS, but closely inventory controlled by Government. All basic and specialty tooling will be provided by the Government; however, no tooling or equipment will be turned over to the contractor for control.

Q13. Will the Government provide or sponsor forklift certification for contractor personnel?

A13. The Government does NOT provide training and will NOT sponsor training.

Q14. Will the Government fund the cost of NFPA Level II Emergency Vehicle Technician certification?

A14. The Government will NOT fund the cost of NFPA Level II Emergency Vehicle Technician certification.

Q15. Can the Government specify the make/model of the hybrid vehicles and confirm whether OEM diagnostic tools or certifications are required for servicing?

A15. 2011 Chevy Silverado Hybrid and 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. Required diagnostic tools and PPE are owned and maintained by the Government and are available for use by contractor employees. Additional certifications are not required. Knowledge of high voltage systems recommended.

Q16. Can the Government provide historical workload data for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks over the last 24 months?

A16. Over the past two (2) Fiscal Years, contractors have performed over 10,000 hours of maintenance, with approximately 3,000 hours of scheduled maintenance.