W56JSL-12-T-0196 Questions and Answers 11 Aug 12.pdf

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

W56JSL-12-T-0196

CNG CONVERSION KITS

11 August 2012

1. Do we just fill, scan and email the few items on the 1st page of the RFQ along with our quotation?

ANSWER: It is the offeror responsibility to review and follow the instructions noted in the solicitation. Submission of the SF Form 1449, pages 1 – 5; signed 1st page; scan, typed, or complete; submit pricing in company stationary, forms, spreadsheet, etc; and email your proposal to:

anthony.e.cheever.ctr@ccc.centcom.mil and jeffrey.a.rigby@ccc.centcom.mil

2. Do we have to itemize each CLIN or can we give a CIF price for the lot?

For us it isn't feasible to submit and then fulfill only certain line items

- which may be the cheapest on their own.

ANSWER:

- Yes. Provide pricing for all five (5) CLINS and total amount.

- Fulfillment – Pricing for all items is required. If partial pricing, offeror will be determined non-responsive and not awarded the contract.

3. We are planning to air ship to Mazar-I-Sharif, then truck to Site, however, who does the Afghan customs? Our Freight forwarder on behalf of USG or you do this yourselves?

ANSWER: The freight forwarder will be responsible for customs. The government can sign forms as/if required.

4. Given the delivery is expected by September 12, when is the PO expected to be released? Is this delivery date inclusive of all shipment time frames, including any customs issues? Any penalties on missing this? Are partial shipments permitted starting September 2012?

ANSWER:

- Delivery is required NLT 10 Sept 12.

- Anticipate award NLT 1 Sep 12.

- As the vendor, you are responsible of delivery, dates, and custom issues.

All line items are to be delivered and completed by 10 Sep 12

- Penalties – On not delivering all items and missing items. Invoice will not be processed for payment.

- Partial shipments are permitted. Completion NLT 10 Sep 12

5. Upon satisfactory delivery and inspection how long does it take for payment release? And what are the recourse for any rejections?

ANSWER:

- Upon submission of a proper invoice, payments will be made within 30 – 45 days.

- Recourse for any rejections – Please clarify your question. If all items are not delivered and invoice is incomplete, the invoice will be rejected.

6. List of Items, Schedule of Requirements, Scope of Work, Terms of Reference, Bill of Materials required.

ANSWER: All information provided in FBO posting mailto:anthony.e.cheever.ctr@ccc.centcom.mil� mailto:jeffrey.a.rigby@ccc.centcom.mil�

7. Soft Copy of the Tender Document through email.

ANSWER: Available through FBO website. If problems accessing site, you may request a copy

8. Names of countries that will be eligible to participate in this tender.

ANSWER: Vendor is responsible for reviewing TAA requirements for eligible countries

9. Information about the Tendering Procedure and Guidelines ANSWER: Solicitation information and guidelines provided in FBO posting.

10. Estimated Budget for this Purchase ANSWER: Government estimated budget is not releasable

11. Any Extension of Bidding Deadline?

ANSWER: No extension of proposal due date

12. Any Addendum or Pre Bid meeting Minutes?

ANSWER: No addendum or meeting minutes

13. Please inform me that who will be responsible of CNG for the cylinder. Who will provide CNG gas for the cylinders, the US Government or local company ANSWER: The local Afghan gas company