Ans to KTR Questions

1. Para 2.1. May "authorized waste disposal facilities" be interpreted as facilities licensed under Japanese laws and regulations?Yes 2. Para 2.2. In Japan, an industrial waste management manifest is used when disposing of industrial waste. Would it be acceptable to submit a copy of this manifest?Yes 3. Para 2.3. Is it acceptable to demonstrate the validity of the anchoring method by means of seismic calculations based on Japanese seismic standards? Yes, once the seismic test determined the most suitable anchoring method to be used based on the calculation package. Foundation modifications, if required, are part of site preparation. 4. Para 2.4. Is it correct to assume that we will use the fuel from the existing fuel tank for the test? Yes, you can use the fuel from the existing fuel tank for test. The existing stainless steel diesel tank, renewed in 2008 and confirmed serviceable, shall be reused. Existing fuel piping may be reused only after the contractor inspects, tests, and certifies it as fully functional, safe, and leak-free. 5. Para 2.4. May we assume that a load test using a dummy load is unnecessary? *We would like to use the actual load for the test whenever possible.No, a dummy load test is necessary. The SOW requires a minimum 8-hour load test utilizing site loads. Site load is approximately 30–40 kVA. The generator shall remain 150 kVA / 120 kW so that it can operate near the intended load range. Oversized units are not acceptable. 6. Para 2.5. When using U.S.-made parts or products, documentation may sometimes be available only in English. In such cases, may we omit the submission of a Japanese version?Yes 7. Para 2.5. Is it possible to submit a parts list in place of a replacement parts catalog or manufacturer's drawings?No. We prefer to have both the full replacement parts catalog/manufacture drawings to ensure that we can fully maintain the generator in the future. 8. Para 3.2. Section 3.2 of the specifications states that the unit is equipped with a water jacket heater to maintain the engine temperature between 40°C and 50°C during standby mode. To ensure reliable starting performance, we select the appropriate heater specifications based on the operating environment. Please provide details regarding the temperature conditions of the operating environment.The heater shall maintain the diesel engine at 40–50°C while in standby. To ensure reliable starting performance during Japan's colder winter months in Kanagawa, the technical specifications sheet for the quote must outline: