RFIs Question and Answers

RFI Answers: FA446027Q0006, Refrigerant Detectors

1. The PWS requires each detector to have both audio and visual notification at 1,000 ppm. Must each detector's alarm activate only in its own room (1:1 per-room alarming), or is a system where detectors also report to a common or centralized controller acceptable? Each Room has its own alarm – it is not being tied into any system – stand-alone. 2. The PWS describes each detector hard-wired from the nearest wall receptacle in its own room. Is a centralized controller acceptable as an alternative, or must each detector be hard-wired standalone per room?
Each Room is hardwired into the outlet as specified – it is not being tied into any system – standalone. 3. How should quotes be submitted: by email (and to which address), or through PIEE? Quotes should be submitted via email to the contracts listed in the SAM.gov solicitation posting ([email protected] AND [email protected]).
4. Can I submit material only quote, and startup programming and testing directly to you? We do not perform installation labor but can supply the material and programming testing labor. Only quotations that include all work outlined in the PWS will be considered for award. Each facility listed will have a Material Quote and a Labor Quote as specified in PWS. 5. Does a Davis-Bacon or Service Contract Act wage determination apply? If so, please provide it. They do not apply.
6. Does FAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting, apply? Please provide the 52.212-5 clause checklist referenced in the solicitation.
52.219-14 does not apply. 52.212-5 is reserved in accordance with the revolutionary FAR overhaul.
7. Is an Arkansas state contractor or electrician license required for this work, or does a licensed Master Electrician from any state satisfy PWS 4.1.5?
A licensed Electrical Contractor is required – state does not matter but a copy of their current license is required for proof.
8. Can the Government share an estimated magnitude or price range for this requirement? The government will not be providing a magnitude or price range for this requirement. 9. PWS specifies flush-mounted metal gang boxes. However, a commercially available R-410A detector meeting the specified alarm and electrical requirements is manufacturer-approved for installation in a PVC two-gang electrical box only. Would the Government accept a manufacturerapproved PVC two-gang enclosure in lieu of a metal gang box, provided all other technical,