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84 -- SECURITY EQUIPMENT / ULTRASONIC CLEANING SYSTEM SOL RFQ 21451-009 DUE 051800 POC Douglas E. Shoch, (570) 547-1641 Extension 548 Modification of combined synopsis/solicitation : CLARIFICATIONS: Request for clarifications was received on April 28, 2000. The following questions and responses are provided for all competing parties: Question # 1) The wash tank will be an ultrasonic cleaning tank that is often referred to as a wash tank. The rinse tank can be interpreted two ways. Is the rinse tank a "lubricant tank that needs ultrasonics" or "a non-ultrasonic rinse tank with pump assistance" or "a non-ultrasonic rinse tank without pump assistance"? Answer: A non-ultrasonic rinse tank with pump assistance. Question # 2) Is there a weir sparger required in "only the wash tank" or "in both wash and rinse tanks"? Answer: Only the wash tank. Question # 3) How many parts basket are required? Answer: Two. Question # 4) Which is more advantageous to the end user, having electrical and valves placed on the left or right side? Answer: Right. Question # 5) Should the rinse tank be equipped with Ultrasonics, Heat or Filter System? Answer: Filter System. Question # 6) The RFQ request a dual wash/rinse system. Can you elaborate on specifically what the system should consist of and specify which tanks have the need for ultrasonics. Answer: One tank of 100 gallons with separate wash and rinse divider. Wash tank must be ultrasonic. Question # 7) The industry standard for delivering "bench top" ultrasonics is 30 days. The industry standard to deliver the dual chamber specified is 6 to 8 weeks after receipt of order. Can the delivery time be extended ? Answer: Delivery time requirement is hereby changed to read 60 calendar days after receipt of order. Question # 8) Would a site visit be possible ? Answer: A site visit will not be provided. The system must be capable of passing through a 36 inch doorway. Question # 9) Which is required, "factory assisted set up" or " factory required set up and installation" and can you explain what all is involved? Answer: We are requesting factory assisted installation from the vendor to include the following: a) system start up b) final installation inspection c) a four hour on-site training class in use and function of the system. The Bureau of Prisons shall provide receiving, set up and electrification of the system. SOLICITATION AMENDMENT: Change (xvi) to read "Quote submission date 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 18, 2000". NO OTHER CHANGES Posted 05/04/00 (W-SN451228). (0125)

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