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.