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16R0001 Solicitation Questions W56HZV16R0001 Questions and Answers 7 JAN 16.xls

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Q # Subject Document Name Document Paragraph # Question/Comment A # Answer Date Asked Date Posted

Q.001 Partnerships / Interested contractors List None None

Is there a list of interested vendors / contractors available for public release?

A.001

No. The Government has not collected contractors names for public distribution. Contractors will need to make their own partnership arrangements.

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Q.002 Specifications:

Max Capacity

Solicitation Clause 52.242‐4557 Will contractors need to meet the 60 trailers capacity per month capacity?

A.002

The clause at 52.242‐4557 requires the max capacity be 60 trailers per month, if and when, the contractor gets a delivery order. At this time, the Government does not expect the contractor to produce trailers at the rate of 60 per month during the whole contract, but instead the successful contractor would only produce 60 per month when called for in select delivery orders.

Contractor will be obligated to accept a delivery that requires 60 trailer per month but not one that expects more trailers per month.

12/4/2015 12/18/2015

Q.003 Missing

Attachment Attachment 001

ATPD

2.2.2 Other applicable

Government documents, drawings, and publications.

Will the Government provide a copy of the TACOM Administrator’s Manual (AM) for use with SAE J2014 Pneumatic Tires for Military

Tactical Wheeled Vehicles?

A.003 The document is released with Amendment 001 to the RFP as Attachment 0037.

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Q.004 Specifications:

ABS

Attachment 001

ATPD

3.9.11.2

Normally the COTS Anti‐lock brake system (ABS) electrical has one ECU that controls the braking per axle and not per wheel end. The COTS ABS can sense the wheel end but does not control each wheel end independently. The government specifies "The ABS shall operate on 24 volt power. ABS, with each axle end sensed and controlled independently, is required on all axles and shall meet current industry..." Does the Government need wheel end ABS braking control?

A.004

No. The Government requirement is for ABS sensing on each wheel end and ABS control on each axle. Ref ATPD paragraph 3.9.6b for clarification.

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Q.005 Specifications:

ABS

Attachment 001

ATPD

3.9.12.2

Current COTS ABS systems uses a function light that lights anytime there is a malfunction and does not have a black out option. The Government has specified "ABS diagnostic light shall be non‐functional" during black out periods. Does the Government need the non‐

COTS blackout option?

A.005

During blackout lighting operation the ABS diagnostic module should function; however, the diagnostic light shall not illuminate IAW the ATPD at 3.9.12.2.

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Q.006 Specifications:

Wheels Attachment 001

ATPD

3.9.4

Are the tire contact requirements exempt during loading and unloading the M870A4 during air transport, particularly the 15 degree ramp?

A.006

Tire contact weight and contact dimensions are applicable during air transport loading and unloading; however, it is not required that all tires remain in contact while loading and unloading.

The weight and contact dimensions on the tire(s) or axle(s) in contact with the aircraft ramp must not exceed trailer component or aircraft load limits. Additionally, there must be enough tires in contact to maintain system stability during loading and unloading maneuvers IAW the ATPD at 3.9.4.

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Q.007 Specifications:

Ride Quality

Attachment 003

ATPD

3.9.5

Request an extension to the offer due date so that we may perform a “Trailer Ride Quality Test” IAW Attachment 0003, Performance Requirements Matrix, Subfactor 2. This requirement includes completely filling out Attachment 0019, Trailer Vehicle Dynamics Data Sheets (as stated under Offerors Proposed Level of Performance). Currently, dynamic data on the suspension has not been measured/recorded on our trailer suspension by ourselves, or our supplier. We are requesting a 30 day extension to the due date (i.e., February 4th).

A.007

The intent is not to perform a trailer ride quality test for proposal but rather provide the requested suspension component characteristic data in Attachment 0019 and allow the Government to conduct Modeling & Simulation during proposal evaluation IAW Section L/M. The Government will verify ride quality performance during delivery order 1. Please refer to "Notes 2 Tab in Attachment 0019."

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Q.008 Specifications:

ATPD

Attachment 003

ATPD

N/A

Follow up question on ATPD‐2395G, Requirements verification: When does the Government expect to receive conformance certification from the contractor? During actual Government Testing (i.e., FPVI, PVT, etc) or before testing?

If so, will the Government be providing GFE for conformance testing (e.g., 3.2 Prime Mover).

A.008

Certificate(s) of conformance shall be available for Government review at A‐FPVI and FPVI in accordance with ATPD 2395G, Table V.

The Government will provide GFE (prime mover) shortly after contract award to support system level conformance requirements.

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Q.009 RFP Due Date

RFP / SF1449 /

Solicitation

Block 8.

What is the process in which I need to go about to get the response Date extended.

A.009

Email all requests for extensions to the contract specialist and PCO. Explain the need for an extension in the email and provide a suggested date. An extension has already been granted to

January 11, 2016 (Amendment 0001) as a result of the Government now requiring CD submittals; See amendment 0001 and See L.1. The government is not inclined to grant extensions as a matter of course. Contractors should use the allotted time to prepare and submit proposals.

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Q.010 Test Plan N/A N/A Is the Test Plan and Schedule for all three

Phases available to the public?

A.010

No. The test schedule and general test plan for PPT, PVT and DT/OT are outlined in Sections E.4, E.7.1, and E.7.10, respectively. Additionally, Attachment 0001 (ATPD 2395) Table V identifies requirements and applicable verification method for each test event. Award of the initial delivery order is anticipated for 4QFY16 and award of LRIP delivery order is anticipated for 3QFY18. Please refer to Amendment 002 for clarification on TSR support in paragraphs E.4.3.4.1, E.7.3.3, and

E.7.12.3.

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Q.011 Specifications:

Landing Legs

ATPD 2395G 3.9.8 and 3.15.1 (BII)

Does the Government have a definition of low pressure landing legs/pads (is there a maximum lbs./sq‐ft for each pad)? There is no part number listed.

A.011

No. Commercially available landing legs/pads are acceptable, provided, the landing legs/pads are suitable for the proposed trailer design and the trailer passes the required Government testing.

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Q.012 Specifications:

ECE/TM Data

Attachments N/A Regarding LCU2000, LSV, JHSV, Army Landing Craft, motor grader,‐ where can we find more info on this equipment?

A.012

Army Water Craft web site :

http://www.peocscss.army.mil/PdDAWS.html can provide general information. Additional web searches can provide specific vessel information.

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Q.013 RFP Due Date

RFP / SF1449 /

Solicitation

Block 8.

I would kindly ask for another extension as I am still gathering all needed components for this contract. I hope you understand since this contract has come available during the holiday season it is making it difficult to gather answers to questions I have about the contract and trailer components.

A.013 No. There is no extension granted at this time. 12/28/2015 12/31/2015

Q.014 Pricing Attachment 0017 CDRL CLINS

Does the government want CDRL pricing included in the unit pricing per Ordering Year or does the government want separate pricing for the CDRLs?

A.014 No. The cells for CDRLS are greyed out because pricing is NOT submitted for CDRLS on a separate basis.

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Q.015 Testing: FPT Attachment 0018 FPT CLINS

We notice that the Government only has requirements for four Follow on Production

Tests (FPT) instead of five.

Does the Government only want FPT for four production years instead of five?

A.015 Yes. FPT CLINS are found on Attachment 0017 for Year 4 through Option Year 2. The Government is not ordering FPT in years 1 to 3.

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Q.016 RFP Due Date

RFP / SF1449 /

Solicitation

Block 8.

The amended due date for proposals does not allow enough time for our suppliers and subcontractors to submit performance data and pricing, since most all of them are on holiday break. In order to grant enough time to gather and input the necessary data, we respectfully request a two week extension.

A.016 No. There is no extension granted at this time. 1/2/2016 1/7/2016

Q.017 Partnerships

RFP / SF1449 /

Solicitation

N/A We are assuming Public‐Private partnerships are allowed in completing this contract.

A.017

Partnerships are the prerogative of the offeror. All offerors must meet all of the solicitation requirements.

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Q.018 Pricing Attachment 0017 CDRL CLINS We did not understand the Government's reply to CDRL pricing ‐ where does the Gov't expect the contractor to capture CDRLs pricing?

A.018

CDRLS are NOT separately priced IAW DFARS PGI

204.7105 (a) (6) (ii). Therefore, there is NO CLIN to price those CDRLS. Offerors are responsible for selecting where to include their price of the required CDRLS (i.e. included in the applicable trailer unit price or wherever else the offeror decides to capture or include the price of the

CDRLs). All prices must meet all section L and M requirements including fair and reasonable, balanced pricing, and affordability.

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Q.019 Specifications:

ECE

ATPD 2395G

APPENDIX A. Vehicles, Construction Equipment, and Material Handling Equipment to be Hauled by the M870A4.

(1) Reference ATPD‐2395G pages 41‐43 – There are 83 separate pieces of equipment listed to be hauled by the M870A4. However, technical manuals are not provided for each piece of equipment. Where can contractor find information relating to weight and dimensions as it pertains to the equipment for which technical manuals where not provided, but that will be hauled by the M870A4? This is needed information for trailer design to optimize design and assure compliance and safety for loading/unloading and transport securement for all 83 pieces of equipment that may be hauled on M870A4.

(2) Contractor requests the solicitation response date be extended January 18, 2015. This will allow contractor to best review information/analyze loads for M870A4 proposed trailer.

A.019

(1) ATPD 2395G, Appendix A, is only a representative list of equipment that will be carried by the M870A4 semitrailer; however, it is not all‐inclusive or an exhaustive list. Weight and dimensional data is available to the public on the internet. Attachment 0008 identifies the equipment that best represents the design envelope. The primary purpose of Attachment 0008 is to provide transportability information required to complete CDRL A032, Equipment Tie Down Report. Information for the specific pieces of equipment identified in Attachment 0008 was provided in Attachments 0020 to 0034 when the solicitation was released on 4 DEC 15.

(2) No. There is no extension granted at this time.

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Q.020 Specifications:

Tires ATPD 2395G 3.9.5.1, Attachment

0037, and other cites

(1) Is there an existing NSN for the tires qualified by J2014 for the M870A4 or (2) if the awarded OEM for this solicitation will select the tires based on the trailer specifications and submit for first‐article approval?

A.020

(1) No. There is not a separate NSN for tires for the M870A4 and selection of the tires shall be based on the trailer specifications in ATPD 3.9.5.1.

(2) Yes the trailer OEM will select the tires based on the specification.

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Q.021 Specifications:

Paint

ATPD 2395G

2.2.1, 3.7.1, 3.7.1.1, 3.7.2, 4.3.7.1, and 6.3 (b), and other cites

Is the water‐soluble CARC paint mandatory?

We ask because we just completed a large military contract where the SOW required MIL‐ C‐53039 CARC, not MIL‐DTL‐64159 CARC.

A.021 Either MIL‐DTL‐64159 or MIL‐DTL‐53039 are acceptable for the CARC topcoat. Reference ATPD 2395G, paragraphs under 3.7 for clarification.

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Acronyms ABS Anti‐lock brake system ATPD Automotive‐Tank Purchase Description ECE Engineering Construction Equipment COTS Commercial Off the Shelf TAM TACOM Administrator’s Manual (AM) POC Point of Contact PCO Procuring Contracting Officer CD Compact Disk

IAW L.1.3 The cutoff for submitting questions was 1300 EDT on 1/4/2016.

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