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Industry Day #1 Questions and Answers 0001

Technical Demonstrator Questions

1. Can the USG provide NATC’s test report for TD1 and TD2 that characterizes the performance observed?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

2. Does the TD1 Height Control use some form of wheel position sensor and automatic[ally] adjust the ride height? If yes, can you share the manufacture of the wheel position sensor?

Answer: The height control on TD1 does not use a wheel position sensor.

3. On the TD1 suspension how many different damper settings were provided?

Answer: The system has the capability to provide 10 different damper settings. The components and features used on the Tech Demonstrators were intended to demonstrate feasibility only and may not be appropriate for production or needed to meet the requirements in the FMTV A2 Performance Specification.

4. Was the damper setting selected by the driver through terrain control or was it a develop[ment] tool only? (Not production intent) Answer: On the Tech Demonstrators, the damper settings for each terrain mode were programmed into the Vehicle Control Computer. The components and features used on the Tech Demonstrators may not be appropriate for production or needed to meet the requirements in the FMTV A2 Performance Specification. Requirements for the FMTVA2 will be contained in the solicitation and Performance Specification, which will be posted on the FBO website.

5. On the TD1 vehicle, the dampers appear to be small for the axle weight and hydro-pneumatic springs. Were the MSI dampers sized properly for the vehicle weight?

Answer: The components and features used on the Tech Demonstrators may not be appropriate for production or needed to meet the requirements in the FMTV A2 Performance Specification. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

6. Please provide the actual axle weights of the baseline and TD vehicles at curb and GVW with descriptions of the payloads.

Answer: The Government will post a spreadsheet on the FBO website with the physical characteristics of the Tech Demonstrators.

7. What was the max speeds achieved on TD1 and TD2 going over the following courses (without exceeding 6W absorbed power at the driver seat):

· 1”RMS

· 1.5”RMS

· 2.5”RMS

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

8. What was the max speed achieved on TD1 and TD2 over NATO lane change IAW AVTP 03-160W?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

9. Were either TD1 or TD2 vehicles equipped with electronic stability control strategies? If so, please explain the system used.

Answer: TD1 was equipped with an ESC system. This package consists of a 120 tooth tone ring & sensor at each wheel end, steering angle sensor, & ESC Module.

10. What was the turning radius achieved on both TD1 and TD2 vehicles?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

11. What prognostics and diagnostics were demonstrated on the TD trucks?

Answer: NATC demonstrated COTS diagnostic programs that included ABS, CTIS, ride height control, power generation, the engine, and transmission. Prognostic functionality, if equipped, was not demonstrated.

12. What is the overall heights of TD1 and TD2?

Answer: The Government will post a spreadsheet on the FBO website with the physical characteristics of the Tech Demonstrators.

13. What is the reduced height?

Answer: The Government will post a spreadsheet on the FBO website with the physical characteristics of the Tech Demonstrators.

14. What is the curb weight of TD1 and TD2 (Axle weights and individual wheel)?

Answer: The Government will post a spreadsheet on the FBO website with the physical characteristics of the Tech Demonstrators.

15. What were CTIS fill times from cross country pressure to on-highway pressures for the TD vehicles?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

16. What was the double lane change speeds for the trade study trucks?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

17. Can we receive performance data on base vehicle, TD1 and TD2 on ride quality events (absorbed power) and NATO lane change (maximum speed)?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

18. Please provide all test data for the tech demonstrators and baseline vehicles as performed by NATC during the tech demo project.

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

19. Can you provide the ride quality charts and results for the 2 TD vehicles?

Answer: The Government will not be releasing test results for the Technical Demonstrators. The FMTVA2 performance requirements will be posted to the FBO website.

Test

3. What fuel will be used?

Answer: F-24 fuel will be used during vehicle testing.

5. For PVT, will the contractor be performing all maintenance functions?

Answer: The Government is anticipating Contractor technical support at the Government test site throughout the test periods to orient and instruct key Government personnel with respect to operations, maintenance, repair and parts supply for the equipment furnished under this contract. The Contractor may also be required to perform sustainment maintenance level of repair at each test site. The Government test site will perform field level maintenance and repair tasks.

7. Can the USG provide an updated draft FDSC that will be used for measuring reliability during the test phase?

Answer: The Government will use the current Failure Definition and Scoring Criteria (FDSC) during FMTV A2 RAM testing. It will be provided as part of the draft and final RFP.

8. Can the USG provide a draft test plan (TEMP) for industry to review?

Answer: The Government will release a draft test summary, or the approved final TEMP, with the solicitation. The last TEMP that was approved for the A1P2 is not applicable to the test effort for this contract.

Contracting

1. How important is product maturity in the source selection?

Answer: Sections L & M of the RFP will identify the evaluation factors for award and their relative order of importance.

2. Will this be LPTA or best value?

Answer: This effort is projected to be awarded as a best value tradeoff.

3. Can you provide more details about the 7 year requirements contract and the two option years? Are the two option years in addition to the 7 years?

Answer: The projected contract is a 5 year requirements contract with 2 option years.

4. If there is no classified discussion during industry day, why can’t foreign nationals attend? Will they be allowed to attend Industry Day #2?

Answer: Foreign nationals are restricted due to the presence of ITAR controlled data. The announcement for Industry Day #2 will identify any attendance restrictions.

5. In the RAM testing section of the briefing it almost sounded as if more than one supplier solution would be tested. In the acquisition strategy section it sounded like only one OEM would be selected for testing. Please clarify.

Answer: One supplier solution will be tested.

6. What does a best value program mean?

Answer: The tradeoff process permits tradeoffs among cost or price and non-cost factors and allows the Government to accept other than the lowest priced proposal. See FAR 15.101-1.

7. What is going to be the weighting criteria?

Answer: Sections L & M of the RFP will identify the evaluation factors for award and their relative order of importance.

8. Will past performance, manufacturing capability, and small business be included as part of the evaluation criteria for the FMTV re-compete RFP?

Answer: Sections L & M of the RFP will identify the evaluation factors for award and their relative order of importance.

9. What will be the evaluation criteria weighting?

Answer: Sections L & M of the RFP will identify the evaluation factors for award and their relative order of importance.

10. Will this be a paper down select or will there be a demonstration of manufacturing and performance capability considered?

Answer: Sections L & M of the RFP will identify the evaluation factors for award and their relative order of importance.

11. Will the RFP or contract award(s) be separated for production (FFP) and STS (CPFF)?

Answer: The production and STS efforts are projected to be awarded as separate delivery orders under one requirements contract.

Technical Questions and Answers

1. Will the USG provide what operational kits and baseline C4ISR systems that industry should consider for co-site interference?

Answer: Yes, it is anticipated that the FMTVA2 RFP and the Performance Specification will specify what kits and C4ISR systems need to be accommodated.

2. What margin does the USG desire for the following SWAP-C attributes?

· Power to weight ration

· GVWR to suspension

· Power generation for electrical distribution Answer: 1) It is projected that power to weight ratio requirements will not be included in the Performance Specification. 2) The vehicle weight ratings will be at the discretion of the OEM, based on the design and the requirements in the performance specification. 3) The FMTVA2 currently has a draft requirement for a 400 Amp minimum rated alternator, however, alternator requirements are under review and will be included in the FMTVA2 Performance Specification.

3. On the NATC lessons learned briefing Brett described the C.E. Neihoff alternator capability as 360A and the hydraulic alternator as 560A (both on TD2). Can these be corrected to match briefing slide 47 from Jeff Davis’ briefing; 400A & 570A. Actual 400A alternator rating per ISO8854 & SAEJ56 is 420A.

Answer: The Government corrected the slides from Industry Day and posted the updated slides on the FBO website.

4. Will there be a self-recovery requirement for any or all winch equipped variants?

Answer: The Government anticipates only select numbers of the 10 Ton Dump Truck will require winches.

5. Will CTIS be required to meet current inflation and deflation times? Also, please provide desired mode pressures.

Answer: CTIS inflation/deflation times and required terrain modes will be included in the Performance Specification. It is currently projected that the required terrain modes will be Highway, Cross Country, Mud/Sand/Snow, and Emergency.

6. Is strut-based suspension a requirement or is a mechanical spring/damper option on the independent suspension desirable for cost? Is ride height control a requirement for the whole family?

Answer: It is currently projected that the FMTVA2 Performance Specification will not require a specific suspension or spring/damper type and that the Performance Specification will not contain requirements for ride height control.

7. Will there be a ride quality performance target addressing the cargo area of the vehicle?

Answer: It is currently projected that there will be ride quality performance requirements for occupants in the cargo area.

8. Are the CAE/Simulation models going to be provided as part of the TDP?

Answer: No, the Government will not be providing CAE/Simulation models.

9. Per presentation, “No changes to base cab sides and roof armor…are allowed”. This implies changes to the floor, back, and front armor have been made. What are these changes?

Answer: : It is currently projected that no changes will be allowed to the base cab side, front, back, and roof armor, including transparent armor. Changes to the floor of the cab to meet the underbody protection requirements in the Performance Specification will be allowed.

10. Please explain the fuel economy requirement of “15 payload – ton x mpg” and “30 payload – ton x mpg”. This is a confusing metric.

Answer: Payload-Ton x mpg equals the Payload (Tons) multiplied by the achieved Fuel Economy (mpg). Example: If the proposed payload is 5 Tons and the achieved fuel economy is 6 mpg, then the Payload-Ton x mpg = 30.

11. Performance requirements/mobility sections indicated a maximum VCI of 42. Is this a typo?

Answer: No. The draft performance requirements presented at the Industry Day are being reviewed by the Government. Updates to the performance specification will be posted on the FBO website.

12. What average speeds are the FMTV A2 required to achieve over which terrain types defined by WNS?

Answer: The Government is reviewing the requirements for speeds over WNS courses. Updates to the FMTVA2 Performance Specification will be posted on the FBO website.

13. What ride quality requirements are required for FMTV A2 troop carriers (rear bed area)?

Answer: The Government is reviewing ride quality requirements for occupants in the rear cargo area. Updates to the FMTVA2 Performance Specification will be posted on the FBO website.

14. Underbody kit install time is 5 hrs or less. Is that man-hours or total time?

Answer: The 5 hour install requirement is total time, using a crew of no more than five trained soldiers (25 man-hours).

15. What TRL level for new suspensions will be required?

Answer: It is currently projected that there will not be a TRL level requirement for the suspension.

16. Is there a blast requirement for troop seats when mounted in the back for troop transport?

Answer: There will not be a blast requirement for troop seats in the cargo area.

17. What is the desired max GAWR? (25k on TVs?)

Answer: The axle weight rating will be at the discretion of the OEM. The Government is currently reviewing a requirement for additional weight allowances in the area of 1,000 lbs. for the GAWR above the actual GVW.

18. Is a single max GAWR required over all the FMTV family (may have slight penalty on lighter vehicles) or is a range of GAWR axle/suspension systems permitted?

Answer: There will not be a requirement for a specific GAWR. The Government is reviewing the requirements for commonality of components across the FMTV variants. Updates to the FMTVA2 Performance Specification will be posted on the FBO website.

Program Q&As

1. During the industry day presentation it was stated a “safe vehicle” is required. Will system and performance requirements be specified for stability control, collision avoidance, 360 degree improved visibility, etc. in the Purchase Description?

Answer: The Performance Specification will have specific safety requirements. The Government will post a draft copy of the performance specification on the FBO website.

2. Why don’t you just solicit for a new truck? You need/want new: suspension, engine, electrical, frame rails, protection level, and new log products. Why not build this from a system standpoint vs. band-aid?

Answer: The Government is implementing improvements through a series of Engineering Change Proposals to the existing Technical Data Package while meeting the Performance Specification. This is not a new-start program.

3. Why are you calling out an alternator size rather than setting a requirement to support some threshold and objective?

Answer: The Government is reviewing the requirements for power generation. Updates to the FMTVA2 Performance Specification will be posted on FedBizOps.

4. Will there be an air loadable requirement for the FMTV modernization given that current capability has never really been used?

Answer: Air transportability is still a requirement for the unarmored FMTV and will continue to be under this effort.

5. If the tactical wheeled vehicle fleet network integration and protection kits are rated #4 and #5 on the VCSA fleet priority, what are the #1, #2, and #3 priorities?

Answer: VCSA fleet priorities #1-3 do not apply to the FMTVA2 project.

6. Several variants are currently exempted from C-130 transport due to curb weight axle loads (4x4 cargo, M1078 for example) exceeding hinge/floor load limits. – Per Transportability Doc. Will these variants continue to be exempt from C-130 transport requirement? Ref. Transportability on Pg. 40 Answer: The Performance Specification will have a C-130 fixed wing transport requirement. Any specific exceptions will be addressed in the Performance Specification, which will be posted on the FBO website. The only variant currently exempted from C-130 transport is the Wrecker.

7. It was stated that 70 Additional Performance Attributes (APA’s) will be specified. Will the JLTV model be used and these APA’s be categorized into Tier 2 – Tier 5 requirements with part value? Will these requirements be tradeable?

Answer: There are currently 70 APA’s in the Capabilities Production Document (CPD). Many APA’s are applicable to only one specific FMTV variant type. A Performance Specification (PSPEC) will be released in its entirety. Some PSPEC requirements may be weighted more heavily than others during source selection. The weightings will be identified in Section L&M of the solicitation.

8. Will there be a corrosion requirement? How will it be validated and what will be the pass/fail criteria?

Answer: There will be a comprehensive corrosion control program required and requirements will be provided in Section C of the solicitation and the Performance Specification. Pass/fail criteria will depend on the item being tested and the type of corrosion test performed.

9. Will the RFP request an independent suspension or will other suspension types be considered?

Answer: The type(s) of suspension utilized and inclusion or exclusion of a ride height control will be at the discretion of the offeror. The potential offerors are responsible for proposing materiel solutions and making design decisions to meet the FMTVA2 Performance Specification and contractual requirements.

10. Will there be an opportunity to provide alternative means to achieve protection levels? That is: instead of A-Kit, B-Kit, perhaps an entire cab swap. In this way 100% of the fleet is “armor capable”. This would also reduce O&S costs in peacetime and reduce unit cost for majority of the fleet.

Answer: No. The current requirement to retain the ability to utilize current "B-kits" for side, front and rear protection and retain base cab material type and thickness, will ensure compatibility with existing B-kits procured and the B-kit TDP, reduce testing, reduce risk, and reduce the log footprint.

11. Has the Army considered use of Li-ion 6T batteries in place of the current Pb-acid batteries which would result in reduced curb weight, enhanced diagnostics, increased reliability and reduced O&S cost?

Answer: Batteries conforming to MIL-PRF-32143C will be required. Requirements for batteries will be contained in the FMTVA2 Performance Specification.

12. Will the prime be allowed to redesign the cab to meet the underbody force protection requirements?

Answer: Changes to unconstrained areas of the cab (underbody) are at the discretion of the offeror. The potential offerors will be responsible for proposing materiel solutions and making design decisions against the FMTVA2 Performance Specification and contractual requirements to obtain best value for cost, performance and schedule.

13. Are you conducting or have you conducted a tech demo to show research of survivability improvements?

Answer: PdM-MTV has designed and tested an underbody protection kit for the existing FMTVA1P2. The TDP for the underbody kit will be provided with the current FMTV TDP. There is no requirement to use any part of this kit for the FMTVA2. There are no plans to conduct a tech demo for survivability.

14. In the updated spec, can you please highlight all changes?

Answer: The current Purchase Description is changing to a Performance Specification. There is no intent to highlight the changes from the current Purchase Description. However, any changes to the DRAFT Performance Specification after initial release will be recorded and version controlled for reference.

15. What is the difference between a KPP and a KPR?

Answer: KPP = Key Performance Parameter, as contained within a CPD, is the requirement for the Procuring Authority from the User. KPR = Key Performance Requirement, as typically included in source selection criteria, is the requirement for the Contractor from the Procuring Authority.

16. Can OEM’s use alternative CAD software as long as models can be read into CREO?

Answer: OEM's can use alternative CAD software at their discretion; however all 3D models must be provided to the Government in native CREO format and meet the requirements in the FMTV Modeling Standards and Best Practices Guide. The current FMTVA1P2 TDP will be provided in CREO format.

17. What is the total quantity of FMTV A2 trucks that will receive the new underbody protection kit – noted on pg. 40 under survivability section?

Answer: The initial quantity of underbody protection kits will be six for testing. The contract will contain an option CLIN for purchase of additional production underbody protection kits.

18. What is the expected growth weight over the life of the vehicle for armor – 20%, 30% etc.?

Answer: Payload capability will be defined within a Performance Specification.

19. What is the paint and corrosion expectations? E-coat?

Answer: Paint and corrosion requirements can be found in section C and E of the contract and the Performance Specification.

20. Will “B” kits continue to be acquired via small business set aside competitive acquisition?

Answer: B-kits will not be part of the FMTV A2 contract.

21. Will blast seats be GFE?

Answer: The use of blast seats is at the discretion of the offeror. The potential offerors are responsible for proposing materiel solutions and making design decisions against the FMTVA2 Performance Specification and contractual requirements to obtain best value for cost, performance and schedule.

22. Is the US Army interested in reducing the weight of the armor?

Answer: The US Army is not currently interested in obtaining different side armor or base cab armor materials for the FMTV.

23. Slide 25. What do you mean by “Integrate underbody protection”? Please elaborate.

Answer: It is anticipated that armor components will need to be integrated into the production configuration in order to meet the install time requirement. Therefore, the Government is allowing integration of underbody armor components into the production configuration.

24. In regards to the C-130 requirements, is there a possibility of obtaining a waiver for the width requirement for the C-130? If so, is there a maximum width?

Answer: The Performance Specification will have a C-130 fixed wing transport requirement. Any specific exceptions will be addressed in the Performance Specification, which will be posted on the FBO website. The only variant currently exempted from C-130 transport is the Wrecker.

25. Is the plan to award the FY17 OCO dollars on the new competitive contract or sole source to Oshkosh?

Answer: The Acquisition Plan for FY17 OCO dollars is currently being developed.

26. Will the survivability portions, specifically the underbody kit and the cab, be set aside for small business?

Answer: The underbody armor kit for the A2 is to be developed and delivered under the A2 competitive contract.

27. What is the acceptable cost delta in integrating these new improvements into FMTV? 30%? 40%? Less?

Answer: Section L & M of the solicitation will identify any pricing factors.

28. What is the funding profile?

Answer: The solicitation will identify the Government’s requirements.

29. Is there a target price for the A2 truck?

Answer: The Government may identify an affordability cap in the solicitation.

30. On slide 16: What does the last bullet mean? “There are two KPPs and three APAs for a total of five items revisited and cross-walked.”

Answer: The "JCIDS Document Background" slide provided reference information to the two KPP’s and three APA’s of the FMTV CPD which drove the requirements for the changes discussed for an A2 vehicle. There will be Performance Specifications to address these requirements.

31. It seems that 3 variants are missing from the published TDP, LMTV Chassis w/o Winch, MTV 5T Dump w/winch, and MTV 5T dump w/o winch. Will these be published later?

Answer: The LMTV Chassis w/o Winch (M1080) was missing by error. The 3D models will include the M1080 and the 2D TDP file will be updated with the M1080 drawings and posted on the FBO website. The MTV 5T Dump variants will not be part of the FMTVA2 solicitation.

32. What has happened to the future program called heavy/med tact truck?

Answer: The Joint Tactical Truck System (JTTS) capabilities are currently being developed through RDT&E independently from the FMTVA2 effort.

33. How does this program fit/effect the upcoming JTTS program?

Answer: The FMTV A2 program has no effect on the JTTS concept.

34. How does FMTV Reset fit into the FMTV new production? Will the Reset vehicles be brought up to the A2 configuration?

Answer: A RESET program restores the existing configuration to “like new” condition. A RECAP program is more appropriate (where new technologies are installed in the system and common components are RESET). The Army will review the cost benefit of a RECAP program after the design of the A2 is finalized.

35. When will 3-D CAD be available? What variants will be available?

Answer: The Government will post instructions for obtaining 3D Models for the current FMTV variants on the FBO website.

36. When will P-Spec be issued?

Answer: The Government anticipates releasing a draft Performance Specification in FY16. Please monitor the FBO website.

37. Can you please identify which subsystems are carryover and which are open to replacement (ex. Engine, transmission, cab, etc.)?

Answer: Improvements are being implemented through a series of Engineering Change Proposals to the existing Technical Data Package to meet the updated Performance Specification. The Government will allow changes to the existing FMTV configuration which are needed to meet the performance specification as long as compatibility with the existing FMTV kits and mission equipment packages, as outlined in the briefing and identified in the solicitation, are maintained.

38. Will the armored cab be part of the TDP or part of the ECP improvements?

Answer: No changes will be allowed to the existing cab interface with the B-kit. ECP’s shall be incorporated into the TDP for the FMTVA2 to meet the updated performance requirements, however, the cab must still be compatible with the existing B-kit side, front and rear armor package.

39. Is there a remote weapon station requirement/expectation?

Answer: The Performance Specification will include a requirement to maintain compatibility with a CROWS Integration Kit.

40. There was mention of an underbody protection kit. Will that TDP be provided?

Answer: A 3D model of the underbody kit developed for the FMTVA1P2 will be provided with the vehicle 3D TDP. The winning offeror will be required to develop an underbody armor kit for the FMTVA2 that meets requirements in the Performance Specification.

41. Is the FMTV team open to cab swap strategy as opposed to an A-Kit/B-Kit armoring strategy?

Answer: The US Army is not currently interested in obtaining different side armor or base cab armor materials for the FMTV.

42. Is the Program Office considering one-on-one meetings with primes to informally discuss objectives and considerations (like HDT did)?

Answer: The Government will identify in advance any future Industry Day events and if one-on-one meetings will be conducted.

43. Is backwards compatibility with the existing FMTV drum break required?

Answer: The potential offerors are responsible for proposing materiel solutions and making design decisions against the FMTVA2 Performance Specification and contractual requirements to obtain best value for cost, performance and schedule.

44. What is the initial volume once the contract is awarded and what is the total opportunity including potential recap/retrofit in the future?

Answer: The solicitation will identify the Government’s requirements.

45. Is the Phase 2 Capabilities Based Assessment releasable to industry? If so, please release.

Answer: The Program Office will not be releasing the Capability-Based Assessment (CBA) by Army Material Systems Analysis Activity (AMSAA). Contractors will have to meet the Performance Specification provided by the solicitation.

46. What is the FMTV target price?

Answer: The Government may identify an affordability cap in the solicitation.

47. What is the FMTV target range?

Answer: The Government may identify an affordability cap in the solicitation.

48. Does the USG intend to award a contract to enable production material procurement Q3 FY19 prior to a FRP approval in Q3 F20?

Answer: The solicitation will identify the Government’s requirements.

49. How many production intent vehicles is the USG currently considering to support the following activities:

· Live Fire Testing

· Tech Manual Development

· Provisioning

· Automotive Testing

· Operational Testing Answer:

The solicitation will identify the Government’s requirements.

50. Will the FMTV OMS-MP be provided to industry for review? Should industry expect any revision for the A2 configuration?

Answer: The FMTVA2 mission profile will be included in the Performance Specification.

51. What is the overall width requirement for the vehicle?

Answer: The offeror must meet the constraints as outlined in the FMTVA2 Performance Specification and contractual requirements.

52. Given that the cost and size of vehicle intercoms has decreased significantly and that one of the primary roles of the ICS is to allow operators to wear active/passive noise reduction headsets to prevent hearing damage and reduce fatigue, will we see an ICS requirement for FMTV moving forward?

Answer: There is no truck requirement to provide an intercom system between passengers in the cab.

53. There will be a lot of changes made to the current vehicle, would it be possible to purchase an FMTV to use as a prototype before the RFP release?

Answer: The Program Office is researching the ability to provide an FMTV to interested parties. The Government will post any such opportunity to the FBO website.

54. Will there be an opportunity to build a vehicle or two?

Answer: The Government will conduct a single award best value source selection for the FMTV A2 vehicle. The solicitation will contain the instructions to offerors and the basis for award.

Logistics

1. To what extent will logistics be part of the source selection?

Answer: Sections L & M of the RFP will identify the evaluation factors for award and their relative importance.

2. Is the LORA an Economic or Non-Economic LORA?

Answer: Both Economic and Non-Economic LORA shall be conducted with the utilization of the latest version of Computerized Optimization Model for Predicting and Analyzing Support Structures (COMPASS).

3. Will the USG provide the base vehicle source data to support the logistics products required for the A2 upgrades?

Answer: The USG will not provide any Logistics Data Summaries or any Logistics Data Analysis.

4. Will the USG provide criteria for items that will require IUID marking?

Answer: Regulatory requirements for IUID/UII markings will be defined within Section C of the RFP.

5. How does the USG intend to monitor and manage obsolescence of items in the USG owned TDP? Answer: The RFP will define the regulatory requirements for the contractor to develop, implement and maintain a Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) plan with scheduled quarterly meetings and quantitative reporting CDRLs. SD-22 Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) Guidebook will be the primary reference for DMSMS requirements.

Quality

1. Will ISO 9001:2015 or ISO/TS16949:2009 be required for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 suppliers? Will all suppliers be held to the ISO 9001:2015 requirement or just the OEM? Do subcontractors need to be ISO 9001:2015 certified?

Answer: The Government anticipates Section E of the solicitation to reflect the following:

Quality Program Requirements. The contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain a quality system for all supplies and services as well as software and hardware to be provided under this contract. The quality system shall be registered to “ISO/TS16949:2009, Quality management systems - Particular requirements for the application of ISO9001:2008 for automotive production and relevant service part organizations.” The OEM (Contractor or Organization), who is registered to ISO/TS16949 must follow the revised Sanctioned Interpretation (SI) posted to the IATF website in October 2015. It restates and amends paragraph 7.4.1.2, Supplier (Subcontractor) Quality Management System Development, by requiring the following steps be taken by the Organization (Contractor or OEM) with their Suppliers (Subcontractors):

The organization shall perform supplier quality management system development with the goal of supplier conformity with this Technical Specification. Conformity with ISO9001 shall be demonstrated by third party certification/registration through a certification body …

· The prioritization of suppliers (Subcontractors) for development depends upon, for example, the supplier’s quality performance and the importance of the product supplied

· The Organization shall have decision criteria for determining “specially designated small suppliers” wherein certain specified elements of the ISO9001 or ISO/TS16949 may be waived. Records of the established criteria and decision taken accordingly shall be maintained. “Small’ here above may refer to the volume supplied to the automotive industry or the organization.

The requirements in ISO9001:2008, that are also part of ISO/TS16949 for the Purchasing Process, paragraph 7.4.1, do not address supplier (Subcontractor) tiers, rather they address the importance of each supplier to their ability to supply products in accordance with the organization’s (Contractor’s or OEM’s) requirements.

The Organization shall ensure that purchased product conforms to specified purchase requirements. The type and extent of control applied to the supplier and the purchased product shall be dependent upon the effect of the purchased product on subsequent product realization or the final product. The organization shall evaluate and select suppliers based on their ability to supply products in accordance with the organization’s requirements. Criteria for selection, evaluation, and re-evaluation shall be established.