Revision 1 Solicitation 1153395 pgs only.docx

Revision 1 Solicitation #1153395

In Accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.237-1 - Site Visit (Apr 1984) Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

(End of Provision)

Site visits are at the discretion of the facility and are by appointment only. Proper Government issued identification is required. Please contact the following individual at the facility listed below at least 24 hours prior to doing a site visit so that the proper security arrangements may be made. Dates and times available: Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Technical Points of Contact (TPOC) Kevin Robinson Kevin.Robinson2@usda.gov.

704-810-7264 or

Dr. Yujia Wu yujia.wu@usda.gov.

704-747-0839

SECURE FACILITY

The USDA AMS S&TP SRTD is a secure facility. Contractors must be escorted at all times while on site. Contractors must provide photo ID and sign in/sign out when entering/leaving the facilities at all times.

SAFETY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

During the performance of work herein, the contractor shall take all reasonable precautions to guard secrecy of the tenant’s records and information, shall limit access to records and information of the tenant to authorized employees or agents of the contractor only, and shall inform all such authorized personnel of the confidential nature of records and information of the tenant and of the applicable laws regarding security of communication.

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2.0 Specifications

2.1 Scope of Work

The USDA Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) is looking to replace 4 Greenhouse sunshades. This includes installing new conduit metal brackets, and any additional parts and labor to make the sunshades operational.

2.2 Background

The USDA Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) uses the greenhouse for Trueness-to-Variety (TTV) testing. The greenhouse is essential for these grow-outs when the Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) does not have space in the fields. Also, since all seeds cannot be directly planted in the fields, the Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) plant some seed kinds to grow out in the greenhouse for variety confirmation. The sunshade will ensure that our test results reach its highest potential for mission critical work.

2.3 Contractor Technical Requirements / Tasks

• Make an itemize list of all parts needed to replace the sunshade

• Measure the greenhouse for the size of the sunshade needed •The inside estimate of the greenhouse measures 36 x 22 feet and the outside is 42 x 24 feet

• Order the sunshade and either ship to building or pick up prior to replacing

• Replacing the sunshade includes, where applicable, cleaning, clearing, and removing any debris and potential blockage.

• Haul away any item’s leftover from the sunshade replacement

2.4 Government Furnished

The contractor will provide any additional materials needed to complete the work. Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) staff will provide an explanation/demonstration of how the greenhouse operates, and work with the contractor to ensure the proper functioning of those once the repairs are complete.

2.5 Deliverables / Schedule

Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. If the contractor is available evenings or weekends, this will be coordinated with the Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) Point of Contact (POC).

2.6 Location of Service

USDA AMS S&TP Seed Regulatory and Testing Division (SRTD) 801 Summit Crossing Pl Suite C Gastonia NC 28054

2.7 Travel

The contractor is responsible for making all travel arrangements.

2.8 Contractor’s Key Personnel

Personnel must have sufficient expertise in this line of work

2.9 Security Requirements

The contractor will be issued visitor ID badges while on site.

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3.0 Contract Administration

The COR is responsible for monitoring the performance of work under this Purchase Order and is the local Government contact. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, or other matter deviating from the terms of the IDIQ be effective or binding upon the Government unless a modification to the Purchase Order is issued by the Contracting Officer prior to performing the work.

The COR shall inform the contracting Officer as soon as possible of any understandings, tentative agreements, recommended modifications, and actions or inactions of the Contractor or the Government which could affect the Contractor’s ability to comply with the contract performance requirements or completion times.

Whenever, in the opinion of the Contractor, the COR requests effort outside the scope of the Purchase Order, the Contractor shall advise the COR and the Contracting Officer. If the COR persists and there still exists a disagreement as to proper contractual coverage, the Contracting Officer shall be notified immediately.

PROCEEDING WITH WORK WITHOUT PROPER CONTRACTUAL COVERAGE AND APPROVAL OF THE CO COULD RESULT IN A BREACH OF CONTRACT AND NONPAYMENT.

The designation (delegation of authority) is provided in writing to the COR and is available to the Contractor. The delegation of authority clearly explains the COR’s roles and responsibilities on the contract and limitations of authority.

The COR does not have the authority to modify the terms and conditions of the contract.

The following contacts are the only people authorized to interact with the contractor on this contract:

Technical Point of Contact: (TPOC) Kevin Robinson 704-810-7264 kevin.robinson2@usda.gov.

or

Dr. Yujia Wu yujia.wu@usda.gov 704-747-0839

The USDA designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to coordinate the work to be completed under this contract is:

TBD

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