13--Demilitarization and disposal of Bulk Explosive D ADD (Ammonium Picrate) 1376006283325

The purpose of this amendment is to provide some additional information in response to some questions received in response to the sources sought announcement. 1. The explosive material is packaged in 50 lbs fiberboard boxes with a bag liner made from paper coated on the interior side with .0015 inch nominal thickness polyethylene, not to be reused or 4 mil single polyethylene tubing. 2. The explosive material will be delivered in a dry state. 3. The successful contractor would have to coordinate with the installation at which the explosive material resides if it wanted the option of converting it to a HAZMAT Class 4 Flammable Solid with water or plasticizer at the arsenal prior to shipment. 4. There is no limitation regarding how far the army will ship the material. 5. Currently, the Government estimates the total weight of the explosive material to be 1,468,896 lbs. Should this announcement be followed by a solicitation and eventual contract, a schedule for shipments of material to a contractor's facility will be based on the amount of storage available and a shipping schedule will be set-up after the award of the contract. 6. No visits to the facility will be permitted at this time. If the Government determines it beneficial; it is possible that an industry day be offered.