Questions and Answers - W912GY-25-Q-0008.docx
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This is a Questions and Answers document for solicitation W912GY-25-Q-0008 regarding double-walled corrugated storage boxes for Sierra Army Depot in Herlong, CA.
The document specifies detailed technical requirements for the boxes, including: Weather-Resistant (WR) double wall construction with grade V11c, Combined Weight of Facings of 270 lb/1000 ft², Bursting Strength of 600 (dry) or 300 (wet), and Full Overlap Slotted (FOL/0203) construction design. No quantity variations are allowed, handles are not required, and cold adhesive must conform to CID-A-A-59692 water-resistant standards. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 322211 with a size standard of 1,250 employees. No NSNs are available for these corrugated fiberboard boxes.
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| Questions and Answers Updated 23 JAN 2025 - W912GY-25-Q-0008.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 4. Required Specifications Updated 23 JAN 2025.docx | DOCX document | |
| RFQ Amendment 0001_W912GY25Q0008_23 JAN 2025.pdf | ||
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W912GY-25-Q-0008 Questions and Answers
1. How much weight should the boxes to be able to hold?
IAW ASTM D4727 CF (Corrugated Fiberboard), Weather-Resistant (WR), DW (Double Wall) V11c Box shall have a Combined Weight of Facings of 270 (lb/1000 ft2) and a Bursting Strength of (DRY) 600 or (WET) 300.
2. What grade of double wall is needed for the three items?
IAW ASTM D4727, V11c is the grade for DW Boxes.
3. Were you incorporating / allowing any qty variation (plus minus) clauses such as FAR 52.211-16? No quantity variation for this solicitation.
4. Do these need any upgraded wear-and-tear features that sometimes get asked for -- specifically water-resistant adhesive (WRA)?
IAW ASTM D4727 Type CF (Corrugated Fiberboard) for DW boxes is either (WR) and Weather Resistant/Fire Retardant (WR/FR), and Water and Water Vapor Resistant Classes (WWVR). The requirement shall be Weather-Resistant (WR) and the inner facing shall be the same thickness as the outer facing. Cold adhesive shall conform to CID-A-A-59692 which is water-resistant.
5. Do they have a specified strength of the board architecture (like 44 or 48 ECT; or 250# or 275# mullen rating)?
IAW ASTM D4727 CF (Corrugated Fiberboard), Weather-Resistant (WR), DW (Double Wall ) V11c Box shall have a Combined Weight of Facings of 270 (lb/1000 ft2) and a Bursting Strength of (DRY) 600 or (WET) 300.
6. What is the construction architecture design type?
Full Overlap Slotted (FOL/0203)—This box shall meet the requirements of Fig. 9. The box shall be constructed in accordance with 6.2.2.3, except that the width of the outer flaps shall be the full width of the box and shall not extend beyond the edge of the box (see 6.6).
7. What is the preferred style for the boxes? Does a regular slotted (RSC) suffice?
Full Overlap Slotted (FOL/0203)—This box shall meet the requirements of Fig. 9. The box shall be constructed in accordance with 6.2.2.3, except that the width of the outer flaps shall be the full width of the box and shall not extend beyond the edge of the box (see 6.6).
8. Do the boxes need to have handles?
Handles are not a requirement.
9. In your description you mention fiberboard, can you elaborate in the composition? The ASTM-D5118 boxes we run are usually corrugated cardboard, will this work for you?
Neither ASTM D5118 nor ASTM D4727 reference use of cardboard. Please see ASTM D996 for Packaging Terminology.
10. Could you please provide details about the board strength or related NSNs for the items specified in the solicitation?
There are no NSN’s available for these CFB Boxes. IAW ASTM D4727 CF (Corrugated Fiberboard), Weather-Resistant (WR), DW (Double Wall ) V11c Box shall have a Combined Weight of Facings of 270 (lb/1000 ft2) and a Bursting Strength of (DRY) 600 or (WET) 300.
11. Will an amendment be issued to notify the public of the board strength? This information is crucial, as variations in board strength can significantly impact performance and pricing considerations.
No amendment will be issued. All specifications provided in this Q&A will become part of the required specifications.
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