16R0051_QA__18_May_2016.pdf

18 May 2016

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR SOLICITATION W56HZV-16-R-0051

Question 1:

If selecting the knock down option provided in F-12 CLIN 0001AA - 0001AW mine rollers (ii) the remaining lines in i-ix do not provide adequate flexibility to account for multiple containers with varying dimensions. Can the government add additional lines to allow for 4-5 different size containers?

Government Answer 1:

The Government requires a fully assembled mine roller. The knock down shipping configuration is not acceptable. Amendment 0002 has been issued to clarify 52.247- 4060, Guaranteed Shipping Characteristics.

Question 2:

Can the government confirm that in order to obtain optimal shipping characteristics, knocked down modules for more than one roller can be packaged in the same container?

Government Answer 2:

The Government requires a fully assembled mine roller. The knock down shipping configuration is not acceptable. Amendment 0002 has been issued to clarify 52.247- 4060, Guaranteed Shipping Characteristics.

Question 3:

Are there any forward lighting requirements for the mine roller system?

Government Answer 3:

There is no forward lighting requirement for the mine roller system.

Question 4:

If a lighting system is required, what is the minimum lumen output?

Government Answer 4:

There is no lighting requirement for the mine roller system.

Question 5:

If a lighting system is required, is there blackout lighting required?

Government Answer 5:

There is no lighting requirement for the mine roller system.

Question 6:

What is the minimum coverage width required for the rollers on the mine roller system?

Government Answer 6:

There is no minimum roller width, however, the width of roller coverage shall be no greater than 130 inches. See attachment 0001, Specification, section 1.5

Question 7:

What is the minimum applied ground pressure (psi) required from the mine roller system?

Government Answer 7:

There is no minimum applied ground pressure requirement.