Questions_Answers.pdf

Question 1: Must we provide solutions for all five desired module items included in the solicitation? We may be able to provide solutions to some but not all five items.

Answer 1: I must refer you to -- FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items, which is incorporated into the solicitation by attachment (Provisions and Clauses). FAR52.212-1(h) Multiple awards. The Government may accept any item or group of items of an offer, unless the offeror qualifies the offer by specific limitations. Unless otherwise provided in the Schedule, offers may not be submitted for quantities less than those specified. The Government reserves the right to make an award on any item for a quantity less than the quantity offered, at the unit prices offered, unless the offeror specifies otherwise in the offer.

Question 2: Must we provide solutions specifically IAW the specifications cited? For example, the solicitation calls for a 40-ft+ long Bathroom Module. Our solution for this requirement would be 20-ft in length.

Answer 2: I must refer you to -- FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items, which is incorporated into the solicitation by attachment (Provisions and Clauses). FAR 52.212-1((e) Multiple offers. Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers presenting alternative terms and conditions, including alternative line items (provided that the alternative line items are consistent with subpart 4.10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation), or alternative commercial items for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each offer submitted will be evaluated separately.

Question 3: Where do the modular buildings get shipped to in the United States?

Answer 3: All items shall be shipped directly to the delivery address listed in the Buy #935286 (Lima, Peru). More specifically the following address:

Coronel EP Fernando RODRIQUEZ Riojas Comando Conjunto De Las Fuerzas Armadas Jirón Nicolas Corpancho 289 URB. Santa Beatriz Lima, Peru

Question 4: Will there be equipment (i.e. forklift or crane) available to move modular buildings off the transport trailers when delivered?

Answer 4: Yes, Personnel of Infantry Company will have forklift.

Question 5: Who is responsible for shipping the modular buildings to Peru?

Answer 5: The contractor, FOB Destination.

Question 6: How are they being shipped, private container shipping ships?

Answer 6: How the contractor chooses to ship, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the solicitation/award.

Question 7: Who will be responsible for transporting and assembling the modular buildings when they arrive in Peru?

Answer 7: The Peru Comando Conjunto de las Fuerza Armadas del Peru (CCFFAA) also known as The Joint Command of the Armed Forces of Peru, will transport to place of future deployment mission and it will be assembled for Personnel of Infantry Company in the mission.

Question 8: Are the modular buildings being placed on a US Army base and does that base follow US electric codes and standards or follow international (60hz/110v)?

Answer 8: They will not be on a U.S. military installation. Electrical requirements should be 220V/60Hz.

Question 9: Will we need to install on the modular buildings voltage converters if the power does not follow US standards?

Answer 9: Yes, it's necessary because all the electrical support will be 220V.

Question 10: How long after the placement are we liable for warranty work?

Answer 10: Warranty is per commercial terms. Please also see FAR 52.212-4(o). Also depends on whether contractor warranty is valid in any countries on the continent of Africa.

Question 11: Is there Floor plan / Drawings provided?

Answer 11: No.

Question 12: Under Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Not able to locate the following clause in the Document. 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items- 52. 247-34 F. O. B. Destination - Please advise.

Answer 12: Please see FAR 52.252-1 and FAR 52.252-2 within the Provisions and Clauses attachment.

These clauses state that some Provisions and Clauses are incorporated by reference; otherwise, simple Solicitation and Contracts would be hundreds of pages long. Go to the website indicated (http://farsite.hill.af.mil/). Once at the website: Follow this path for FAR 52.212-4: Click Regs > FAR >

52.000 > scroll down to 52.212-4 -- Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items. Follow this path for FAR 52.247-34: Click Regs > FAR > 52.246 > scroll down to 52.247-34 -- F.o.b. – Destination.

http://farsite.hill.af.mil/

Question 13: From our years of experience in manufacturing mobile structures we have a very good understanding of equipment that can fit safety and comfortably within a given foot print. Given the overall dimensions of the bathroom modules all the requested equipment inside will not all fit in a safe and secure way where they can be used as intended by personnel. We would like to know if it would be alright to modify the quantity of some of the equipment inside the bathroom modules? If the number of sinks, showers, toilets, and urinals is crucial we could appropriately space them out through more module units.

Answer 13: We are attaching one picture as an example, but if you need modify for fit safety and comfortable space, you could reduce the urinals.

Question 14: In regard to the Kitchen Module. Will the 90cm extractor hood need to be equipped with an Ansul system?

Answer 14: No, It´s optional but the basic firefighting and fire detection and alarm are necessary.

Question 15: In regard to the Kitchen Module. Is there any desired kitchen equipment needed within the kitchen module (Sinks, fryers, ovens, stoves, tilt skillets, etc.)?

Answer 15: The equipment needed is:

- Two sink units (cold and hot)

- Two work tables

- Three storage racks

The Kitchen space should be appropriate for fit the electric cookers, planetary mixer and others small kitchen equipment.

Questions 16: In regard to the Kitchen Module. If you do want equipment installed would it be electric or propane?

Answer 16: It´s electric.

Question 17: In regard to the Kitchen Module. Is there a specific area of the module kitchen you would like the water hookups to be? If yes, where?

Answer 17: Where will be installed the sink unit (cold and hot).

Question 18: In regard to the Laundry Module. Is there a need to outfit them with laundry units? If so, how many? Is there a preference of the type of laundry equipment in the unit (electric, propane, stackers, singles)?

Answer 18: No, it´s only necessary the installed of cabinets and the electric and water connections for electric industrial washing machine, dryer, utility sink, iron and others laundry implements.

Question 19: In regard to the power requirements. We see that all containers will have a lighting and other power options. The call out is 220v power. Will you be hooking into hard power or is the plan to hook up to a generator? If hooking up to a generator what type of reciprocals would you want us to outfit the units with?

Answer 19: The connection will be with a generator. In relation to reciprocals. Could show a picture models?

Question 20: In regard to all the modules. Do you want these modules to be insulated? If so, do you have any spec of insulation to follow? Will these units be climate controlled? If so, any preference on the HVAC unit?

Answer 20: Yes, It´s necessary that modules be insulated and climate controlled. We acceptance the maker recommendation according the persons capability by module.

Question 21: In reference to shipping, can you provide additional information or reference regulation with section to be followed on process and requirement for shipping?

Answer 21: Please see Provisions and Clauses attachment of FedBid Buy #935286.

Question 22: Does each modular building require HVAC system or ventilation fans?

Answer 22: The modular building required HVAC system.

Question 23: Do the modular units require Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifications?

Answer 23: It isn't necessary because its for Military use in Peacekeeping Operations.

Question 24: According to the address provided Comando Conjunto De Las Fuerzas Armadas, Jiron Nicolas Corpancho 289 URB. Santa Beatriz Lima Peru's satellite/street view. Where would the modular buildings be placed? Is Jiron Nicolas Corpancho 289 URB going to be blocked off and setup on the street?

Answer 24: No, the modular buildings be placed in UN Peacekeeping Operations (UNDOF), But the delivery will be at Las Palmas Avenue - 1st Special Forces Brigade - 19 Batallion, Reference: In the side of National Intelligence Direction.

Question 25: The drop location is at the Comando Conjunto De Las Fuerzas Armadas (Miltary Base)?

Answer 25: Same the after answer.