Fire_Truck_Painting_Services_Q&A.docx

Fire Truck Painting Services Q&A *****ONLY QUESTIONS SUBMITTED BEFORE 5 PM EST ON JANUARY 9, 2018 WILL BE ANSWERED*****

1. What decals are needed and do you have examples of them, or a current picture of the fire truck with decals needed?

RESPONSE: Currently, there are no fire trucks on hand for pictures. The PWS states to remove decals only. It is expected that the contractor remove all trim, paint, clear coat, install new door seals and insulate the engine cab.

2. What is the current condition of the fire truck; is there any current damage, dents, dings, or rust?

RESPONSE: Red River Army Depot (RRAD) does not know the current condition. The fire trucks are being pulled from active service at fire stations. RRAD will make majority of welding repairs. If something is missed that needs to be repaired prior to painting, the contractor will make the repair prior to painting. There may be some fill work around the lighting mount areas that will be noted on the vehicles.

3. What is the model number and year of the truck?

RESPONSE: The manufacture and model number of the fire trucks are listed in the PWS; if there is no model number then the VIN number is listed. The year of the fire truck is from 1995 to 1999.

4. Will there be an opportunity to look at the fire trucks prior to proposing?

RESPONSE: Currently, the Government does not intend to have a site visit; therefore, there will not be an opportunity to view the fire trucks prior to proposing.

5. Are the fire trucks operational or do the need to be picked up on a flatbed?

RESPONSE: The fire trucks will need to be picked up and dropped off on a flatbed truck.

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6. Is there an incumbent contractor currently performing these services or if this is a new requirement?

RESPONSE: This is a new requirement.

7. Will any photos of the fire truck be available?

RESPONSE: The Government does not intend to release any photos of the fire trucks at this time.

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8. How many fire trucks are there? It is stated three in a month and each has to be completed within 21 days?

RESPONSE: It is ESTIMATED that 24 fire trucks will be completed in a year (please see pages 3-5 of the solicitation) for five years. However, this is an estimate and depending on need and availability this might increase to three per month.

9. Will the fire trucks be able to drive up on a flat bed?

RESPONSE: Yes it can be driven on to the trailer / flat bed.

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10. Are the dimensions and specifications similar to the previous RRAD truck?

RESPONSE: Yes, the dimensions and specifications will be similar to Purchase Order W911RQ-17-P-0060.

11. Are there any certifications required to secure the contract? If so, what certifications?

RESPONSE: No special certifications just the certifications needed to operate a business. Contractor shall have a quality system in place equivalent to ISO 9000-2008 or MIL-DTL 53072E. The contractor shall have all licenses/permits required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and State Commission on Environmental Quality regulations prior to commencement of production. The contractor shall be responsible for compliance with all OSHA, TCEQ, and Federal, State and Local laws or regulations.

12. What is the process to submit a bid?

RESPONSE: All proposals must be submitted through FedBizOpps (FBO), no emailed bids will be accepted.

13. When is the projected start date of the project?

RESPONSE: The projected start date cannot be determined at this point.

14. What is the projected completion date of the project?

RESPONSE: This is a five-year effort, the completion date will be five-years from the date of contract award.

15. How many fire trucks are included in the contract?

RESPONSE: It is ESTIMATED that 24 fire trucks will be completed in a year (please see pages 3-5 of the solicitation) for five years.

16. Depending on the length of the contract, how is payment normally set up?

RESPONSE: Payment will be made once the fire trucks have been inspected and accepted and delivered back to RRAD.

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17. Do I need a Cage Code to submit the proposal?

RESPONSE: A Cage Code is not required to submit a proposal, but a Contractor must have a Cage Code at the time of award.

18. How would you like the estimate? Price per vehicle. Also, every time I’m sent me a fire truck we charge a standard fee?

RESPONSE: On pages 3-5 the Offeror inputs the total price for 24 fire trucks for each CLIN (0011, 0012, 0013, 0014, and 0015). Once the fire truck is inspected, accepted, and returned to RRAD the Contractor can invoice for the fire truck for the amount established in the contract.