Questions_and_Answers_for_the_Expeditionary_Water_Packaging_System.docx

Questions and Answers for the Expeditionary Water Packaging System (EWPS) on Solicitation W56HZV-15-R-0225

Q1: The paragraph numbering in the body of the Attachment 1, ATDP does correspond with it's Table of Contents or the references made throughout solicitation Sections A-M and it attachments.

A1: Attachment 0001 (ATPD 2418) was revised to correct the paragraph numbering. The revised version of ATPD 2418 dated 19 Jan 16 was incorporated by Amendment 0001.

Q2: In the past completed "practice" submittals prior to submitting our proposal. We would like to do the same for this solicitation on the Federal Business Opportunities website to ensure we have the right process and allow the right amount of time for the final submittal. Is this something you can arrange for us?

A2: The vendor can submit their proposals until the solicitation closes. Once the solicitation response date and time are met the vendor will no longer be able to submit their actions in FBO.

Q3: What are the bidding criteria (and their weight) to win this project?

A3: Contract award will be made using a Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable source selection process IAW FAR 15.101-2. Please see the requirements stated in Sections L & M of the solicitation.

Q4: Can a European company win this project (or only USA based companies) and are there any financial criteria (turn-over, ebida, number of employees)?

A4: As stated in block 10 of solicitation W56HZV-15-R-0225, this procurement is unrestricted. The end product is subject to trade agreements and a European company is eligible for award as long as manufacturing and production of the end product is done in accordance with DFARS 252.225-7021 Trade Agreements.

Q5: Can a USA based “new company” win this project?

A5: This procurement is unrestricted.