Load Banks to support military generator set maintenance.

DRAFT DFP:
The U.S. Army is seeking sources for portable load banks to support military generator set maintenance. The ideal candidate will not exceed 84 pounds in weight (do not count cables and shipping case). The load bank will support testing of 120 and 240 VAC, 60 Hz, single phase generators 2KW through 5KW as well as 208 and 416 VAC, 60Hz, three phase generators 5KW through 60KW. The load bank should have controls and status indicators that display voltage, current, frequency and power. The load bank should also have a safety system that protects from overloading and overheating. The load bank can utilize power from the generator for cooling or a 120VAC external power circuit. The load bank will have a quick disconnect cabling system that does not require tooling to connect or disconnect. Request prospective offerors provide literature detailing your product(s) that may be able to meet the Army's requirements. Also, if you have the capability to tailor your product(s), please provide information concerning load step customization and additional features that you can provide.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE QUESTIONNAIRE:

1. Number each response with the appropriate question number.

2. You do not have to repeat the question in your response.

3. If you cannot answer a question, please indicate No Response.

4. If a response will satisfy another question, state quote mark See response to Question XXX. quote mark

THE QUESTIONNAIRE:
1. Company Name:

2. If you are a small business:

3. Mailing Address:

4. Web site, if applicable:

5. Point of contact (POC)/Title:

6. Email Address of POC:

7. Telephone No.:

8. Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code:

9. How long has your company been in business:

10.Has your company ever produced this item:

11.If yes, please list the customers and contract/purchase order numbers:

12. If you are a small business, would you be able to manufacture or subcontract from a small business manufacturer, at least 50% of the total dollar value?

13. Please list any discontinued items currently included in the draft DFP.

14. Please list any non-Berry compliant items currently included in the draft DFP.

15. Would you be able to propose firm fixed prices for up to five ordering years.

16. What is your companies production capacity (number of sets per month)?

17. What is the longest lead time component and the lead time for that component?

18. Please provide any history of your company concerning warranty and replacement claims (what your min/max times are for processing claims, and do you have the ability to provide replacement items to the customer or if you have an quote mark in between quote mark you utilize.)

19. Does your facility have the capacity to store completed load banks until the units are ready to receive the sets and you ship them to the field?

20. If you answered yes to #19, what (if any) would be the charge for storing these completed sets until they are ready to be shipped to the field?

REPLIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 10/23/2013.