Attachment_0017_-_Q_A_GOVT.__Response_Spreadsheet_9-26-2016.pdf

Question Number

RFP/PWS/TE Attachment /Reference and Text

Page #, Paragraph # Question Government Response Comments

While we feel that the Gensets required for this contract can be procured and commissioned within the 90 day period, the transformers would take a much longer time to procure as they are custom made and the manufacturing time is around 5 months. Hence would the USG consider extending the mobilization period .

Due to the time constraints, there will not be an increase in the transition/mobilization period. Transition/Mobilization will remain 90 days from date of contract award.

2 Attachment 0007 Q28, Page 9 Answer references to Government providing fuel under 3.1.4.4, but there no such paragraph in the PWS. Please clarify.

PWS is revised to add paragraph 3.1.3.2: The Government will provide all fuel to operate the generators and any Government furnished equipment during the performance of this contract.

Other fuel needs required by the Contractor shall be furnished by the Contractor.

PWS has been revised.

3 Attachment 0007 9 of 10, Q 28 Reference is made that the U.S. Government will provide fuel for the power plant, but will it also provide fuel for Contractor operations related to plant operations during the contracted period?

Please refer to question #2.

4 Attachment 0001 3.4.2 Will non‐potable water be provided for power plant maintenance operations?

Yes, non‐potable water will be provided using the existing water delivery contract.

5 Attachment 0001 3.4.2 Will living containers be allowed at the power plant for Expats? and TCN? to stay at the power plant for 24 plant operation and emergency response.

Yes

6 Attachment 0007 Will the contractor be allowed to use the DFAC? What will be the costs per meal if not in the contract?

Researching. Response will be provided in subsequent amendment.

7 Attachment 0007 Will waste water pickup service be provided by the Government?

Yes, waste water removal will be provided by the Government using the exisitng water delivery/removal contract.

8 Attachment 0007 Will the Government provide the latrines? Contractor will have access to the latrines throughout the camp.

9 Attachment 0014 N/A What are the units of measurement for the table? Peak MW? Correct, Unit of Measurement is Megawatt (MW).

10 Attachment 0007 Page 7 Question 3 SK2 drawing was not provided but referenced in the questions and answers.

Please provide.

SK2 is located at attachment 0014

11 Attachment 0007 Q 5 page 7 Answer to RFI question provided states generators with 500 hours or less, which contradicts Q28 on page 4 which stated new, rebuilt or used are allowed. Please clarify what type of equipment is required.

It is the Contractor's responsibility to provide adequate power.

The use of new, rebuilt, or used equipment is acceptable and at the Contractor's discretion.

12 Attachment 0007 Q3 page 1 Provide indication on SK1, where the Government provided empty conduits under the roadway will be located?

The empty conduits will be located near the MVDS.

13 Attachment 0007 Q 13 Page 8 This answer is in conflict with Q3 Page 1, please clarify whom is providing conduits under the road.

The Government will provide conduit under roadway only.

Att. 1 ‐ 3.1.5 Transformers: Step Down Transformers shall be provided by the Contractor and shall be configured for ease of connection and disconnection from the system for plant capacity expansion and reduction.

Att. 1 ‐ 4.0 Safety Annex

Att.1 Section 3.1.5 ‐ p4 Att1 Section 4.0 ‐ p13

It is our understanding that the step down transformers are located in the field and not necessarily on the plant. Is this Correct?

The step down transformers are located in the field. The transformers at the plant are step‐up transformers. Note: The plant puts out 415V and the step‐up transfprmers step it up to 11 kV.

Att.1 ‐ 4.4. QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS.

Only qualified electricians are authorized to perform work on electrical equipment and associated wiring for power generation and distribution. Qualified electricians authorized to perform electrical work are those who meet at least one of the following criteria: ...

Att.1 Section 4.4 ‐ p 19‐20

Can the government confirm that only UKAS or US licensed personnel are required on this contract. Other nationalities do have vast experience and can operate the power plants. Can personnel be authroised on the commissioning and the O&M of the power plant?

Nationality is irrelevent. As long as AHJ has recognized their certification and is still current, they can work on the contract.

1.3 For the period 15 Mar 2017 to 14

Mar 2022, the Contractor agrees to furnish and the Government agrees to purchase power as set forth in the agreed to rate schedule.

Base Period of performance shall be from: Date of award estimated to be 16 December 2016 to15 March 2017.

(includes 90 day transition) Base Year: 16 December 2016 to 15

December 2017 Option Year 1: 16 December 2017 to 15 December 2018 Option Year 2: 16 December 2018 to 15 December

2019 Option Year 3: 16 December 2019 to 15 December 2020 Option Year 4: 16 December 2020 to

15 December 2021

PWS,

Page 1, Paragraph 1.3

On page 1, Paragraph 1.3 their appears to be a conflict between the overall POP 2017 to 2022 and the details showing the breakout of Base and Option periods. Question is the POP including base and all options ending on 15 Dec 2021 or 14 Mar 2022?

The Periods of Performance are:

Base Year: 16 December 2016 to 15 December 2017 Option Year 1: 16 December 2017 to 15 December 2018 Option Year 2: 16 December 2018 to 15 December 2019 Option Year 3: 16 December 2019 to 15 December 2020 Option Year 4: 16 December 2020 to 15 December 2021

PWS has been revised.

Reference to the mentioned solicitation, highly appreciate if you provide us site visit to enable us to inspect the site and have better understanding of the requirements

A site visit was held 09 Nov 2015. There are no plans for an additional site visit.