RFI_Floating_Plant_-_Sept_22_2015.docx

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (QA) on REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

W911XK-15-T-0029 Floating Plant

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When submitting questions on this project the Government requires contractors to specifically identify the specification and/or solicitation section(s) or drawing number(s) in reference to the question or request for clarification submitted.

RFIs

Q: To accurately prepare our most competitive bid, we are interested in a ship check to inspect the work items aboard the vessels. Can this be coordinated through you?

A: Due to our plant operations schedule NO site visits will be conducted.

Q: We also hereby request a complete set of the drawings referred to in the solicitation. We called the POC named in the solicitation, but he asked that we go through you. We ask that the drawings be sent to us via email or, if in hard copy, to the address below.

A: See attached drawings posted in this RFI response on the FBO website. They are the complete set.

Q: CLIN 0002 Crane Barge Veler Repairs, TP-15 Remove two spuds and replace spud parts. Are the spud parts (sheaves and pins) supplied by USACE?

A: No

Q: CLIN 0002 Crane Barge Veler Repairs, TP-15 Remove two spuds and replace spud parts. And if so, what are the quantities of each?

A: See additional drawings posted on www.fbo.gov where you can perform your quantity take-offs.

Q: CLIN 0002 Crane Barge Veler Repairs, TP-15 Remove two spuds and replace spud parts. If not supplied, will you accept budgetary pricing or T&M Costs Plus 15% TBD, upon inspection?

A: No to Time & Material Costs Plus 15% TBD, upon inspection. We do not understand budgetary pricing please submit an additional RFI to clarify your question if it remains unanswered.

Q: CLIN 0002 Crane Barge Veler Repairs, TP-15 Remove two spuds and replace spud parts. Are we to supply new grease fittings and grease hose for spuds? Or by USACE supply?

A: Contractor is to supply new grease fittings and grease hose for spuds. USACE will not supply these items.

September 21 2015

Q: CLIN 0004 Crane Barge Veler Repairs, TP-17 Replace Nav Lights. Is the quantity of four double lens red over green,..? Text reads reed over green..

A: Red not reed.

Q: CLIN 0004 Crane Barge Veler Repairs, TP-30 Rebuild Pig Pen Dunnage area (2500’) with white oak timber. Are the White Oak dunnage boards 6”x4”, to be oriented with boards 6” wide X 4” deep, or 4” wide X 6” deep?

A: 6" wide by 4" deep

Q: CLIN 0005 Scow BC-6576, TP-34 Build Dunnage Area on Deck with Steel and Timber. Are the White Oak dunnage boards 6”x4”, to be oriented with boards 6” wide X 4” deep, or 4” wide X 6” deep? Can we quote triangular steel supports 1/2” thick steel material?

A: No. Must be quoted as stated in the specification.

September 16 2015

Q: Will or can the crawler crane be removed from the Barge VELER before going into drydock?

A: The Barge VELER will NOT have a crane on board when delivered to drydock.

Q: Can bids be submitted via email?

A: Yes, contractor proposals can be submitted via email.