QUESTIONS_AND_ANSWERS.docx

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS RELATED TO:

W912JB-13-T-4112

Test Fire Foam System in Hangars 35 & 36 as of 2 July 2013 @ 3:46pm

Dated: 26 June 2013

Q1. You are requesting that all testing be completed and a report provided “that all system components are operating to factory recommended standards.” Could you please provide the name of the fire suppression system manufacture so that we can obtain the recommended standards?

A1. Both systems are Multi-Matic model A-4.

Q2. Can you supply a copy of the list of the site visit attendees?

A2. There were no attendees.

Q3. What certifications, if any, do you require of either the test technician and/or the author of the final report? The solicitation paperwork doesn’t seem to require a particular certification, so I assume that a Certified Industrial Hygienist would be acceptable unless you require something else.

A3. This is what the UFC requires.

1-8.1.1.3 Craftspersons with other recognized journeyman or craftsman-level qualifications for fire protection systems, such as National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) (Level III certification in Fire Alarm Systems, Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems, or Special Hazard Suppression Systems), or formalized labor organization-based journeyman training, or similar programs.

1-8.1.1.4 Craftspersons holding a valid, current qualification or license from any state (or local jurisdiction if delegated authority by the state). Local jurisdictions and other organizations may require varying levels of continuing education to maintain recognized journeyman or craftsman-level qualifications.

1-8.1.2 Installation or base operating support (BOS) contractor personnel must meet the state (in which the installation is located) (or local, if delegated authority by the state) qualification and licensing requirements. Where some form of licensing, certification, or approval is required, it shall be current in accordance with the state or local requirements, as applicable. All ITM and repair tasks will be accomplished under the supervision of a licensed craftsperson.

1-8.1.3 Other contractors performing ITM and repair tasks must meet the state (in which the installation is located, or local, if delegated authority by the state) qualification and licensing requirements. Where some form of licensing, certification, or approval is required, it shall be current in accordance with the state or local requirements, as applicable. The contractor must have at least one licensed supervisory employee present on the installation when contractor personnel are executing ITM and repair tasks.