Solicitation Q and A v2_Gvt answers.xlsx
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- NDT Modernization
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- W519TC25R2013
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This is a Questions and Answers document for solicitation W519TC25R2013 regarding Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Modernization equipment for the Army Rock Island Arsenal Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center. The Q&A addresses technical specifications and requirements for multiple pieces of NDT equipment including Large Vault Linear Accelerator (Linac), Small Vault Linac, X-ray tubes, computed radiography systems, and modular vault options.
Key details clarified include: specifications for Linac power requirements are in section 4.1 of the RIPD; the VMI SMART 5100MS is specifically required for computed radiography due to compatibility with existing systems; the modular vault system will be used for DR (not CT) applications; progress payments will be negotiated post-award based on equipment delivery and installation milestones; and multiple vendors may be awarded portions of the contract as long as system interoperability is maintained. The government will provide additional pictures and drawings of existing equipment to assist vendors in preparing proposals. Required components include generators, coolers, cables, and all necessary operating equipment for complete functional systems.
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| File | Type | Posted |
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| W519TC25R2013 Amendment 0003.pdf | ||
| B08 W519TC25R2013 Amendment 0002.pdf | ||
| B08 Solicitation Q and A v4 Gvt answers.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| B08 W519TC25R2013 Amendment 0001.pdf | ||
| FAR Part 6 and 13.5 JandA_NDT Modernization_Redacted.pdf | ||
| W519TC25R2013.pdf | ||
| A02 RIPD E4000-25-1-08 - NDT Modernization Rev2.docx | DOCX document |
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Sheet1
| RFQ Q&A's | ||
| Solicitaiton Number: W519TC25R2013 | ||
| Question | Government Answer | |
| 1 | Large Vault Linear Accelerator and Tube | |
| a. What power Linac is required? The Linacs we’ve placed recently have been 3, 6, 9 or 15 MeV. Which one is being requested? | Specifications for the Linac are found in section 4.1 of the RIPD | |
| a. Do you have pictures you can share of the current Yold and Cradle so we can understand the design and how it is mounted? Do you have drawings of the current rail system? | Pictures will be taken and provided for this. | |
| a. Does there need to be movement of the Linac in X, Y and or Z planes? | Per 4.2 the new yolk and cradle will need to have equivalent capabilities. Will provide pictures | |
| a. Is there another x-ray tube that goes into this vault or is it just the Linac? | 4.3 outlines these requirements | |
| a. Will you be needing a new detector? Would it be anything other than a 4343HE? We routinely make detector carts that can house the detector and serve as a part stand, if needed. | CLIN 6 and CLIN 8 represent these requirements. |
| 2 | Small Vault Linac and Tube | |
| a. What power Linac is being requested? | CLIN 5 identifies this requirement | |
| b. Can you share drawings or pictures of the current manipulator? | Pictures will be provided | |
| c. Is there a new detector needed? | Clin 6 and Clin 8 represent these requirements. |
| 3 | Computed Radiography Option | |
| a. Is the VMI SMART 5100MS the only acceptable system or will you consider other options that offer the same or better performance? | Due to systems currently on hand and overarching software used to read/scan the film, this must match what we currently have which is described in 6.2 of the RIPD |
| 4 | Modular Vault Option | |
| a. We have a few different options with regards to vault-based 450 kV systems. Can you provide an idea of part size so that we can choose the best solution? | The idea would be to have access to as much real estate within the vault as possible to maximize part versatility. We are a job shop for the Army and our workload changes all the time. | |
| b. Will this system be used for CT or just DR? | This system would be for DR | |
| c. Does the tube have to be on a robot arm or can it be on a X/Y gantry for movement? | Section 7.3 of the RIPD outlines this requirement | |
| c. We can offer a system with a base of granite, composite or steel. There are benefits to each – do you know which one is preferred? | Would need to know the benefits in order to have a decision made. Otherwise the install location and application would dictate the material | |
| d. We assume the 450 tube should be the Comet HP, but would it be beneficial to have a second, micro-focus tube option with this system? | Section 7.2 outlines the this requirement | |
| e. We can offer up to a 17” x 17” flat panel detector, plus we can add the option of an LDA for scatter reduction if that is of interest. | This isnt called out in the RIPD, the bidder is allowed to go over and above and provide more than what is required as long as its reflected in bid. Original plan was to use scannable film which is what is currently used elsewhere in the facility. |
| 5 | X-ray Cabinet Option | |
| a. In what way is this option different from #4 above? | Clin 5 details this requirement | |
| b. Tube power? Part manipulator? | Section 8.1 of the RIPD spells out this requirement | |
| 6 | NDT Modernization document (Paragraphs, 4.3, 5.3, 7.2) refer to X-Ray tube. Is it intended that the bidder quote a full X-Ray system (generators, coolers, cables etc.) or just the X-ray tube itself? | It would need to be everything necessary for the tube to function so yes the generators, coolers, cables etc would need to be quoted and provided. |
| 7 | Based on the magnitude of this project, would progress payments be considered? | The government cannot pay something for nothing. Due to the size of the project, progress payments would be negotiated after award once a phased plan of attack is discussed. It is not the intent of the government to pay nothing until all equipment is installed, rather it is our view that progress milestones would be negotiated based on when specific equipment comes in/is installed/ training complete etc. |
| 8 | 4.2 – Is there an existing tube yoke for the 320 tube? If not, do you want it fixed position or adjustable? | This section refers to the linear accelerator. 4.3 Refers to the 320 tube. The tube system shall be installed on the already installed jib hoist located within the vault. |
| 9 | CLIN005 – Is the CT cabinet to be a designated CT Cabinet or do you want 2D with CT Capability? | Please include 2D capability for the cabinet. |
| 10 | Is there an intention to award this project to multiple bidders? | Not sure how ACC has structured the Solicitation. We do not care if there are multiple awarded vendors as long as systems that are designed to work together are able to do so without warranties being voided etc. |
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