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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF MARCH 26, 2009 FBO #2677
SOLICITATION NOTICE

K -- Engine Test Cell UPgrade and Sustainment, Building 100, Aviation Logistics Center, Elizabeth City, NC

Notice Date

3/24/2009
 

Notice Type

Modification/Amendment
 

NAICS

488190 — Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
 

Contracting Office

Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard (USCG), Commanding Officer, USCG Aviation Logistics Center, HU25, HH65, H60J, C130, ESD, IOD, ISD, CASA or ALD, Elizabeth City, North Carolina, 27909-5001, United States
 

ZIP Code

27909-5001
 

Solicitation Number

HSCG38-09-R-410022
 

Point of Contact

Ginger G Woodington,, Fax: 252-335-6840
 

E-Mail Address

ginger.g.woodington@uscg.mil
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Total Small Business
 

Description

Q28: Cell #2 is configured for a high speed waterbrake. Would it be available for use if the waterbrake approach is chosen? A28: No, Cell #2 is not to be modified in any way. Q29: What is the annual (or monthly) throughput of the jet cell (ATF3) and the T-700 cell (cell #3)? A29: Current facility demand is 36 ATF3s and 69 T700s per year. Demand varies slightly from year to year. Q30: Did I miss the Industry Day? I am interested in bidding on the solicitation HSCG38-09-R-410022 but after reading the documentation it remains somewhat unclear as far as the sensor array and prime mover (or loading device) which the Coast Guard would be interested in. A30: Yes, you missed Industry Day. A specific load device and sensor array has not been called out to allow the vendor to recommend options. Q31: According to the Synopsis, the ATF3 Test Cell upgrade is the primary effort under this solicitation with the T700 Test Cell upgrade effort being listed as an option. There is no stated distinction between the basic contract effort for the ATF3 Test Cell and the optional T700 Test Cell in the Statement of Objectives: a.) Please clarify if the T700 Test Cell is to be proposed and priced as an option to the basic ATF3 Test Cell Upgrade; b:) Is it the USCG intention to award a single contract for the upgrade of both test cells? c.) In paragraph 9.0 of the SOO it states the period of performance as 12 months from contract award and that the shutdown, disassembly of the existing systems, upgrades, and correlation is desired to be completed within 90 days. Is the stated period of performance and the desired 90 days out of service time apply to the upgrade of both the ATF3 and T700 test cells? Does the USCG have a preference for the sequencing of the upgrade of the ATF3 and T700 Test Cells? A31: Both the ATF3 and the T700/CT7 upgrades are now included in the base requirement. The upgrades will be done consecutively; the ATF3 will be dropped and upgraded first. When those upgrades are completed the T700 Cell will be dropped and upgraded. The 90 days is for each cell independently. Q32: It is assumed that the USCG intends to maintain the use of the existing ATF3-6 engine adapters and ASE 50K thrust stand. Is it a requirement to replace the existing BLM Electronics Load Cell? A32: Yes, the USCG intends to maintain the use of the engine adapters and thrust stand; however, they are to be overhauled with new mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical connections. Load cells are to be recommended by the vendor. Q33: The current ATF3 Test Cell has an engine ECU mounted in the operator console. Will an ATF3 ECU be provided as GFE for this upgrade effort? A33: Yes, an EEC will be provided as GFE. Q34: Paragraph 5.0 of the SOO lists “Fuel” as a system requiring upgrade. Please clarify the extent of the upgrade to be performed for the existing fuel systems in both the ATF3 and T700 Test Cells. Is this upgrade to include replacement of the existing turbine flow meters, fuel filtering, fuel pumps, etc.? A34: Flow meters and flow controls need upgrades; vendor is to provide recommendations. Q35: According to the SOO the contractor is upgrade the Data Reduction systems in both the ATF3 and T700 Test Cells. Does this upgrade pertain to the computer hardware only? We are assuming that the USCG currently owns the latest versions of the engine OEM Data Reduction Software for these engine models. Will the USCG provide the OEM Data Reduction Software as GFE? A35: The upgrades apply to both hardware and software. The USCG cannot provide OEM proprietary software. Q36: Paragraph 5.0 of the SOO states that the upgrade is to include FOD screens. Does this apply to both the ATF3, T700, and CT7 engines? Please clarify that this applies to replacing only the existing FOD screens and not replacement of the entire inlet bell assemblies. A36: ATF3 inlet bell will not be replaced, only refurbished. T700 will depend on choice of load system. Q37: Paragraph 5.0 of the SOO states that the upgrade is to include “Bypass Ducting”. Please clarify the USCG intent for the upgrade of the bypass ducting and to which test cell this applies. A37: Bypass Ducting applies to the ATF3 cell and will need to be refurbished or replaced depending on vendor recommendations. Q38: Paragraph 5.0 of the SOO states that the upgrade is to include “Hot Shrouds”. Please clarify the USCG intent for the upgrade of the hot shrouds and to which test cell this applies. A39: Hot shrouds apply to the ATF3 cell and will need to be refurbished or replaced depending on vendor recommendatons. Q40: Paragraph 5.0 of the SOO states that the upgrade effort is to include “Vibration and Trim Balance Analyzer”. Is a Vibration and Trim Balance Analyzer required to be provided for both the ATF3 and T700 Test Cells? If so, does the USCG have a preference for the provided system? A41: Yes the requirement is for both cells, and no there is no preference. Q42: The SOO states that the upgrade efforts for both the ATF3 and T700 Test Cells are to include an upgrade of the “System Power”. It is assumed that this applies to the electrical power distributed through the test cell instrumentation and engine/facility controls. Please clarify the extent of the upgrade of the system power in each test cell. Please provide a definition of the power available for use with the existing test cells. A42: The upgrade effort is to separate the input power and to be independently isolated from the other cells. Q43: The current ATF3 Test Cell has a Model 294300 Tester installed on the operator control console. Please clarify the usage of this piece of equipment. A43: The Model 294300 Tester is a HU-25 line test box to allow operator interface and Test point verification according to OEM test manual and Test Cell procedures. Q44: During the Industry Day site visit, the USCG showed an existing water system for potential use with a water dynamometer load system in the T700 test cell. Was this cooling water system previously used for a water dynamometer system for T700 engine testing? Is it the USCG preference to upgrade the T700 Test Cell with a water dynamometer system? A44: No, it was used for Test Cell #2 operations. It would be available for use and or upgrade provided both #2 and #3 cells could be operated simultaneously. The USCG is seeking vendor recommendations for an effective and accurate dynamometer system. Q45: Please provide confirmation that the existing cooling water circulation system is in good working order and no additional upgrades are required, if the contractor decides to propose the use of this system. A45: The current system is being maintained but has not been operated for 2 years. Q46: If the USCG intends to utilize a water dynamometer system as part of the upgrade of the T700 Test Cell, potentially significant construction will need to be conducted for the proper mounting of the engine stand/dynamometer system. Can the USCG provide construction detail drawings of the test cell concrete flooring and services installed below the flooring? A46: Yes, facility drawings have now been uploaded to FBO. Additionally, any significant construction must be identified and priced separately. The Aviation Logistics Center does not have contracting authority for significant construction. Only minor construction integral to the work may be authorized. Q47: If a water dynamometer system is used as part of the upgrade of the T700 Test Cell, will the contractor be required to remove the existing air dynamometer exhaust ducting from the test cell and seal the roof penetration? A47: Yes. Q48: According to Factor IV – Quality Indicators in Addenda M, the quality indicators shall include proof of ISO certification. Does this mean that contractors are required to be ISO certified? Does this apply to major subcontractors? A48: Prime contractor shall be responsible for its subcontractors. Q49: In accordance with paragraph 3.0 of the SOO, ******* requests a copy of the Facility Drawings. A49: Yes, facility drawings have been uploaded to FBO. Q50: In your answer to question 11, you state, “The water-cooling tower and pump room for the middle Cell can be modified by the vendor to allow for two operational cells.” A50: Yes, that was stated. Q51: I cannot access the links provided on Fedbizopps for the picture file. Are the pictures still posted on the government’s site? Is there any other media I can obtain these pictures, they would be very helpful. A51: Photos are still on the FBO website. However, anyone unable to access them may request them from the Contract Specialist at ginger.g.woodington@uscg.mil. Q52: Do you have a technical library that hosts the Military overhaul publications referenced on page 4-5 of the SOO? A52: The engine publications are proprietary to the OEMs and can not be provided prior to award of contract. Contractor must obtain independently if needed prior to award. Q53: Could you check this and or arrange that I can pull down the Photo files? A53: Photo files have been uploaded to FBO. If you cannot open them, a.zip file is available upon request to ginger.g.woodington@uscg.mil. Q54: Can you tell me where we can pull down the overhaul publications for this system/engine? A54: The engine publications are proprietary to the OEMs and can not be provided prior to award of contract. Contractor must obtain independently if needed prior to award. Q55: Can you direct me to the coast guard library that may host such publications for this ATF3 or other engines/equipment? A55: The engine publications are proprietary to the OEMs and can not be provided prior to award of contract. Contractor must obtain independently if needed prior to award. Q56: Do you have a technical library that hosts the Military overhaul publications referenced on page 4-5 of the SOO? A56: The engine publications are proprietary to the OEMs and can not be provided prior to award of contract. Contractor must obtain independently if needed prior to award. Q57: Can the test cell be modified to include a sump underneath the test stand for collection of dynamometer outlet water to be pumped back to the cooling system? A58: The water system should be a closed loop system to re-circulate water from a dynamometer back to the cooling system. The facility currently has a drain system that feeds back to the oily-water separator. Q59: Does the capability currently exist to move engines or removable engine cradles in and out of the test cell or do you require that the complete test stand be on a trolley so it can be moved in and out? A59: For the T700 Cell, a fixed test stand would be preferred. It must have the ability to load the engine by a movable engine cart. The ATF3 Cell requires a trolley to load the engine/adapter assembly. Q60: Regarding the existing water supply, what is currently available to the test cell for the following parameters:A. Maximum and minimum supply pressure; B. Maximum inlet temperature; C. Maximum allowable outlet temperature; D. Minimum flow rate at 36 deg. C or other specified temperature. A60: Current specifications for the current dynamometer system is as follows: Inlet Water Flow: 90 GPM Min at 1,500 HP Inlet Water Pressure: 65-80 psig (regulated) Outlet Water Pressure: 70 psig Max Inlet Water Temperature: 90 deg F Max Outlet Water Temperature: 190 deg F Max Current specifications for the current industrial water system is as followed: 4 vertical turbine pumps 3 phase, 60 cycle, 460 volt. Fog system pump: 250 GPM @ 150 feet total dynamic head Water at 50 deg F to 120 deg F Floor Wash pump: 175250 GPM @ 125 feet total dynamic head Water at 50 deg F to 120 deg F Dyno Cooling pumps: 125 GPM @ 210 feet total dynamic head Water at 50 deg F to 120 deg F Cooling Tower pumps: 250 GPM @ 25 feet total dynamic head Water at 50 deg F to 120 deg F Current specifications for the Cooling Tower system is as followed: Capacity 239 GPM from 115 deg F to 90 deg F when the ambient wet bulb at the tower inlet is 80 deg F Q61: Will the U.S. Coast Guard except illustrations designs, manuals, and schematics in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format? A61: Manuals can be delivered as “.pdf” format. All illustrations and schematics should refer to the applicable SOO section. Q62: If the answer Question #1 is no. Will the U.S. Coast Guard except technical drawings and illustrations in AutoCAD (.dwg) or Inventor (.dwf) formats? A62: All illustrations, schematics, and drawings should refer to the applicable SOO section. PLEASE NOTE: By issuing a Statement of Objectives, the USCG intent is to have offerors provide their own recommended best solution(s) to the Government's objective to upgrade and sustain its engine test cells. Specific requirements have not been provided in order to allow vendors that flexibility. Again, as stated above, "proposals at a minimum must include the statement of work, performance metrics and measurement plan, and quality assurance plan. Manufacturers’ data sheets for all proposed equipment is required. The Contractor is encouraged to provide an innovative approach/solution on its best terms, making certain to address all elements and requirements of the statement of objectives."
 

Web Link

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Place of Performance

Address: USCG Base, Aviation Logistics Center, Building 100, Elizabeth City, North Carolina, 27909, United States

Zip Code: 27909
 

Record

SN01776511-W 20090326/090324220522-a47aff4ffe82f9e7b0acea15d28569a0 (fbodaily.com)
 

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