Amended_QA_W911S8-16-R-0002_JBLM_Fire_Suppression_6_Mar_2017.docx

AMENDED Response to Questions W911S8-16-R-0006 Fire Suppression, Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler Systems Inspection, Testing & Maintenance Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

28. AFFF/HEF – Per PWS 1.5 “aircraft hangar AFFF foam agent systems (to include lab testing of concentrate)” is listed. Question: There is no CLIN offered to price this action. Should there be?

Answer: An amendment addressing this issue is forthcoming. See TE-3 item, “Foam Fire Suppression.”

29. AFFF/HEF – Pew PWS 1.5 “All performed work shall comply with and be in accordance with (IAW) the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-601-02”, per the UFC 03-601-2 annual requirements from table 2.8 the foam pumps/proportions are to be tested to verify operability and proper proportioning, and to flush after operation.

Questions:

Is the intent to flow foam per the UFC?

If yes does the foam concentrate level have to be filled back to the beginning levels upon completion, and priced accordingly?

If yes who is responsible for disposal of the foam and flushing wastes?

There is no CLIN to price these actions. Should there be?

Answer: Yes, the intent is flow foam per the UFC. Yes, the concentrate level has to be filled back to beginning levels upon completion. The contractor is required to perform in accordance with the UFC. If the test causes the system to drop below safe operating range or below UFC operational standard the contractor is required to inform the COR. The contractor is required to dispose of all test wastes or discharges, to include flushing, to return the system to normal operating standard in accordance the PWS and EPA regulations. An amendment addressing the CLIN issue is forthcoming.