B.08.03 - Questions and Answers 2.pdf

Questions and Answers 2

1) What is the range of GPM the pump needs to be in?

8,000 gpm

2) Is the pump and the pipe/layflat requested being used together for a project?

The pump/power unit will be used with the pipe and hose products thus our request that they be compatible. If other components will be needed, they may be purchased at a later date.

3) Is the specification for 8,000 GPM at 33’ capacity a flow rate and head the USACE wants the pump to achieve, or is this a point on a curve showing maximum capable flow rate?

Achieve within pump operating range.

4) Do you have a flow rate you are trying to achieve?

8,000 gpm is the desired operating flow capability.

5) Will the plastic pipe be used on just the suction end; all 600 feet? If so, what is the vertical lift from the water level to the grade where the pump will sit?

Assumed pump would push opposed to pull water and thus no suction hose specified. If proposed pump requires suction hose, it is recommended the vendor include the full rated suction hose length in their quote.

6) Is there a preference on what tier the engine should be? Tier 3/Tier 4?

I would have to research this. Vendor’s should provide Tier that meets current emission standards for

USA/KS.

7) If we believe the delivery date will be more than the suggested period of performance of the solicitation, what should we do?

The delivery date in the solicitation is encouraged, but not required. If you think there should be a longer delivery date, submit an alternative delivery date so it can be reflected in the contract.

8) Could we propose a different option for this RFQ for two pumps and hoses/piping rather than the one pump and accessories if they meet the same results and suggested delivery period as the one pump would produce?

It is the Government’s preference to maintain the current solicitation for one (1) pump/power unit system. Adding a second unit doubles the mobilization, maintenance/service requirements and fuel consumption required by the single system which is sized sufficiently to our need.