QAs_batch_6_TE_.docx

INDUSTRY DAY #2 QUESTIONS FOR BATCH 6+ ANSWERS:

Test & Evaluation (TE)

16. [REF E.3.3.1 (b)(1)] E.3.3.1 (b) (1) references fit up per E.2.13.2, which does not exist. Is the intended para E.2.12.2?

Answer: Correct, the intended paragraph is E.2.12.2. The referenced section will be updated.

17. [REF E.1.1.1.1]

What program time fences were considered to arrive at the 450 DAC for vehicle delivery? What is the assumed contract award date to begin to plan to build these production-representative vehicles?

Answer: 1.) 450 DAC was developed as a reasonable time for design, build, and delivery of test vehicles by the PM. 2.) The Government is anticipating contract award near the end of 4QFY17, but this is subject to change.

18. Will data and analysis results be provided to the contractor after verification test events?

Answer: Test results that do not meet automotive performance requirements or reliability/maintainability incidents will generate Test Incident Reports (which are available to the contractor) and require Failure Analysis and Corrective Action Reports. Classified event data from Live Fire testing will be released at Government’s discretion following OPSEC review.