Bulgaria Life Support Amendment Questions and Answers.pdf

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W912PB21Q5005

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

02-Mar-2021

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

U0002

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

30-Mar-2021

CODE

RCO BAVARIA

AMERIKANISCHE BESCHAFFUNGSSTELLE

GEB 542

92655 GRAFENWOEHR LAGER

GERMANY

W912PB 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912PB21Q5005

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following items are applicable to this modification:

The following items are applicable to this modification:

CONTACT INFORMATION

RCO POC:

Contracting Specialist:

CPT Zapatka, David Email: david.j.zapatka.mil@mail.mil

Customer POC: To Be Provided Upon Award

Description: Questions and answers

QUESTIONS

Bulgaria Life Support

Field Services/ Waste Management

1. As per "5.2. Tasks: The contractor shall provide daily cleaning and servicing of all facilities. Daily service includes providing water for showers and hand washing stations;"

we should include provision of water for the showers, should we also provide tankage for non-potable water and of what size?

A. Showers are not required

2. In Item Nr1 on p.2 from the Solicitation the description includes Showers and Laundry: Field Services FFP Provide Materials and Basic Life Support Services at the Shabla TA and Koren TAfor 150 personel: Chemical Latrines, Hand Wash Stations, Lighting, Power Generation, Showers, MHE, Laundry, Grey Water and Waste Removal (quantities based on Red Book Standards) IAW the attached PWS Shabla: PoP 27 MAY 21 - 14 JUN 21Koren: PoP 5 MAY - 21 JUN 21FOB: Destination PSC CD: R706 but the PWS does not include it.

A. Showers and Laundry are not required at either location

3. The PWS states in 5.2.1 Dumpsters: The dumpsters shall, at a minimum, measure 5 cubic meters and meet the following ratios: General Waste = 1 per 20 personnel;

Recyclable Waste = 1 per 50 personnel; and Biological Waste = 1 per 100 personnel.

Question: Please specify if the total volume of the dumpsters shall be 5 cub.m or each dumpster (at least 8) shall measure 5 cub.m.

A. Each dumpster shall be a minimum of 5 cubic meters

4. The PWS states in 5.2.1.1 Cleaning Services: The Contractor shall ensure that the shower facilities and self-contained shower units are delivered clean and disinfected.

Question: Please specify if shower facilities are required under this solicitation and if yes, what the minimum of shower heads to be provided is.

A. Showers are not required

5. The PWS states in 5.2.8. Material Handling Equipment (MHE): The contractor shall provide MHE, a minimum of 10K pound capacity, with a licensed operator Questions: Please specify what the estimated workload for the MHE will be during the training period. Should the MHE be on stand-by on site during the whole period? Will the Government provide fuel for the MHE?

A. MHE will be on standby from 0800-1800 daily

1. Showers – Has the requirement completely been removed? We do not see it any more A. Removed

2. How many portable light sets will you require at each location? We cannot provide a FFP for the CLIN 0001 when we do not know the entire scope A. Two (2) light sets at Shabla / zero (0) at Koren

3. Paragraph 5.2.8 states that the hours are subject to change with the issuance of the solicitation.

A. Correct

6. Point 5.2.5. Power generation: if the contractor should install adequate power generation to support equipment it is needed to know amount and dimensions of tents (if they are not the subject of this solicitation)?

A. No Tent requirements

7. Point 5.2.6. Fuel distribution: is Contractor responsible only for provision of fuel storages and distro capabilities, not the delivery of fuel itself?

A. As it currently stands, yes; this may be a modification in the future

8. Must the Contractor purchase DBA insurance for this contract?

A. Refer to FAR 252-222.7002

9. In case the Contractor must purchase DBA insurance, must its cost be included in the Item price?

A. Refer to FAR 252-222.7002

10. What is the estimated/expected required quantity of Light Towers (SOW 5.2.4.)?

A. Shabla two (2) / Koren zero (0)

11. Where will the 48 cubic feet Freezer be placed - inside of a facility or outside (SOW 5.2.7.)?

A. Shabla freezer shall be placed near the showers / No freezer required at Koren

11. Will bids by non-Bulgarian companies be accepted for this requirement?

A. Yes

12.According to 5.2.8. Material Handling Equipment (MHE): The contractor shall provide MHE, a minimum of 10K pound capacity, with a licensed operator in support movement of unit quad-cons and other hard to move equipment. Lifting capabilities must be able to lift and move at least a 20ft. conex.

A. 10K forklift required on standby / will no longer need to be able to move 20ft containers

13. Is it mandatory requirement for the MHE to lift 20ft. conex, as a 10K pound won’t be able to do so, because the distance between the forks needs to be enough to handle the container? 32K pound would do that.

A. Showers not required

14. Please clarify if we need to prepare a proposal with 32K pound or we can do one with 10K pound excluding the possibility to lift 20ft conex.

Thank you.

A. 10K

15. According to “5.2.5. Power Generation: The contractor shall furnish power generation to support any equipment requiring power; this includes, but is not limited to:

light sets; tents; freezers; and fuel fired water heaters for hot water in showers and sinks.

Quantities will be determined based on Training Area population and required support equipment.”

A. Showers not required

16. Is it mandatory requirement to use fuel fired water heaters or we can use electric water heaters as well.

A. Not applicable / showers not required

17. Laundry Services, because as per the PWS is:

“5.2.9. Laundry: The contractor shall, where indicated, provide laundry services for up to 8 kg per Soldier per week for the designated population. Services include wash, dry, onsite turn-in and re-issue, turnaround time must be within 72 hours.

Washing and drying may be performed on or off site with pick-up and delivery conducted on site.

Or Provide self-service laundry trailers at a ratio of 1:50.

Contractor Provided Portable Laundry Trailers (Washers and Dryers). The Contractor shall provide, set up, maintain and remove laundry equipment to include both potable and grey water containers. Contractor shall respond to each maintenance request within two (12) hours. Contractor shall replace any equipment that cannot be repaired within four (24) hours.

A. Laundry not required