1333ND21QNB190101.pdf

RFQ IFB RFP

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE OF

2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

4. ORDER NUMBER 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

9. ISSUED BY

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

CODE

15. DELIVER TO 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODEFACILITY

CODE

CODE

TELEPHONE NO.

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN

OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK

BELOW IS CHECKED

SEE ADDENDUM

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ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

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QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

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UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN

DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF.

DATED . YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 30c. DATE SIGNED

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

OFFER

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TION UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

17a CONTRACTOR/

OFFEROR.

CODE

8 (A)

SIZE STANDARD:

NAICS:

% FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED OR

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SMALL BUSINESS

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

EDWOSB

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012) BACK

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ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED:

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE

41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER 41c. DATE

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD) 42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS

40. PAID BY

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE 32f. TELPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

33. SHIP NUMBER 34. VOUCHER NUMBER 35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

PARTIAL FINAL

37. CHECK NUMBER

38. S/R ACCOUNT NO. 39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER

36. PAYMENT

COMPLETE PARTIAL FINAL

Attachment Page

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Requirement: Trash collection, Disposal, and Recycling services

Enter Price(s) in Section B, Type or Use Black Ink.

This acquisition is intended to be awarded as a 100% set-aside for HUBZone.

The NAICS for this acquisition is 562111; the Small Business Size Standard is $41.5 Million

Questions due date: reference Instruction to Offerors – Paragraph 2.2.

SCHEDULE Continued

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 Provide Municipal Solid Waste (MSW or trash)

Containers and Collection/Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2022

Period of Performance: 07/01/2021 to 06/30/2022

12.00 MO

0002 Provide Recyclable Container and Collection/Disposal

Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2022

Period of Performance: 07/01/2021 to 06/30/2022

12.00 MO

NTE NTE

0003 Provide Containers and Collection/Disposal for ON-

Demand Requirements Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

3 cy/wk ________ 3 cy/mo ________

3 cy bear proof/wk ________

3 cy bear proof/mo ________

6 cy/wk ________ 6 cy/mo ________

8 cy/wk ________ 8 cy/mo ________

8 cy bear proof/wk ________

8 cy bear proof/mo ________

20 cy dumpster/wk ________

20 cy dumpster/mo ________

30 cy dumpster/wk ________

30 cy dumpster/mo ________

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2022

Period of Performance: 07/01/2021 to 06/30/2022

1.00 YR

OPT

1001 Option 1: Provide Municipal Solid Waste (MSW or trash)

Containers and Collection/Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2023

Period of Performance: 07/01/2022 to 06/30/2023

12.00 MO

OPT

1002 Option 1: Provide Recyclable Container and Collection/

Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2023

Period of Performance: 07/01/2022 to 06/30/2023

12.00 MO

NTE NTE/OPT

1003 Option 1: Provide Containers and Collection/Disposal for

ON-Demand Requirements Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

3 cy/wk ________ 3 cy/mo ________

3 cy bear proof/wk ________

1.00 YR

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3 cy bear proof/mo ________

6 cy/wk ________ 6 cy/mo ________

8 cy/wk ________ 8 cy/mo ________

8 cy bear proof/wk ________

8 cy bear proof/mo ________

20 cy dumpster/wk ________

20 cy dumpster/mo ________

30 cy dumpster/wk ________

30 cy dumpster/mo ________

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2023

Period of Performance: 07/01/2022 to 06/30/2023

OPT

2001 Option 2: Provide Municipal Solid Waste (MSW or trash)

Containers and Collection/Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2024

Period of Performance: 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024

12.00 MO

OPT

2002 Option 2: Provide Recyclable Container and Collection/

Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2024

Period of Performance: 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024

12.00 MO

NTE NTE/OPT

2003 Option 2: Provide Containers and Collection/Disposal for

ON-Demand Requirements Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

3 cy/wk ________ 3 cy/mo ________

3 cy bear proof/wk ________

3 cy bear proof/mo ________

6 cy/wk ________ 6 cy/mo ________

8 cy/wk ________ 8 cy/mo ________

8 cy bear proof/wk ________

8 cy bear proof/mo ________

20 cy dumpster/wk ________

20 cy dumpster/mo ________

30 cy dumpster/wk ________

30 cy dumpster/mo ________

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2024

Period of Performance: 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024

1.00 YR

OPT

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3001 Option 3: Provide Municipal Solid Waste (MSW or trash)

Containers and Collection/Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2025

Period of Performance: 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025

12.00 MO

OPT

3002 Option 3: Provide Recyclable Container and Collection/

Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2025

Period of Performance: 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025

12.00 MO

NTE NTE/OPT

3003 Option 3: Provide Containers and Collection/Disposal for

ON-Demand Requirements Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

3 cy/wk ________ 3 cy/mo ________

3 cy bear proof/wk ________

3 cy bear proof/mo ________

6 cy/wk ________ 6 cy/mo ________

8 cy/wk ________ 8 cy/mo ________

8 cy bear proof/wk ________

8 cy bear proof/mo ________

20 cy dumpster/wk ________

20 cy dumpster/mo ________

30 cy dumpster/wk ________

30 cy dumpster/mo ________

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2025

Period of Performance: 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025

1.00 YR

OPT

4001 Option 4: Provide Municipal Solid Waste (MSW or trash)

Containers and Collection/Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2026

Period of Performance: 07/01/2025 to 06/30/2026

12.00 MO

OPT

4002 Option 4: Provide Recyclable Container and Collection/

Disposal Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2026

Period of Performance: 07/01/2025 to 06/30/2026

12.00 MO

NTE NTE/OPT

4003 Option 4: Provide Containers and Collection/Disposal for

ON-Demand Requirements Services for NIST Boulder IAW the PWS.

3 cy/wk ________ 3 cy/mo ________

3 cy bear proof/wk ________

1.00 YR

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3 cy bear proof/mo ________

6 cy/wk ________ 6 cy/mo ________

8 cy/wk ________ 8 cy/mo ________

8 cy bear proof/wk ________

8 cy bear proof/mo ________

20 cy dumpster/wk ________

20 cy dumpster/mo ________

30 cy dumpster/wk ________

30 cy dumpster/mo ________

DELIVERY DATE: 06/30/2026

Period of Performance: 07/01/2025 to 06/30/2026

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Table of Contents

PWS Trash and Recycle

SITE MAP Trash & Recycle

Site Map Trash & Recyling

Addendum to 52.212-1

Addendum to 52.212-2

52.204-4 PRINTED OR COPIED DOUBLE-SIDED ON POSTCONSUMER FIBER CONTENT PAPER (MAY 2011)

52.204-6 UNIQUE ENTITY IDENTIFIER (OCT 2016)

52.204-7 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

52.204-9 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL (JAN 2011)

52.204-16COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTING (AUG 2020)

52.204-18COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE (AUG 2020)

52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014)

52.204-24REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT

(OCT 2020)

52.204-26COVERED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES--REPRESENTATION (OCT 2020)

52.212-1INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JUN 2020)

52.212-2 EVALUATION--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2014)

52.212-3OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JAN 2021)

52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2018)

52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000)

52.219-14 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING (MAR 2020)

52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY 2014)

52.222-43 FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT AND SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS--PRICE ADJUSTMENT (MULTIPLE YEAR

AND OPTION CONTRACTS) (AUG 2018)

52.223-10 WASTE REDUCTION PROGRAM (MAY 2011)

52.225-25PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES ENGAGING IN CERTAIN ACTIVITIES OR TRANSACTIONS RELATING

TO IRAN--REPRESENTATION AND CERTIFICATIONS (JUN 2020)

52.228-5 INSURANCE--WORK ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION (JAN 1997)

52.232-39 UNENFORCEABILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED OBLIGATIONS (JUNE 2013)

52.233-1 DISPUTES (MAY 2014)

52.233-3 PROTEST AFTER AWARD (AUG 1996)

52.233-4 APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIM (OCT 2004)

52.237-2 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT, AND VEGETATION (APR 1984)

52.237-3 CONTINUITY OF SERVICES (JAN 1991)

52.242-13 BANKRUPTCY (JUL 1995)

52.242-15 STOP-WORK ORDER (AUG 1989)

52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

52.252-6AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN CLAUSES (NOV 2020)

52.232-40 Deviation Apr 2020

52.212-5CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS--COMMERCIAL

ITEMS (JAN 2021)

1352.201-70 CONTRACTING OFFICER?s AUTHORITY (APR 2010)

1352.201-72 CONTRACTING OFFICER`S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) (APR 2010)

1352.208-70 RESTRICTIONS ON PRINTING AND DUPLICATING (APR 2010)

1352.209-72 RESTRICTIONS AGAINST DISCLOSURE (APR 2010)

1352.209-73 COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAWS (APR 2010)

1352.209-74 ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST (APR 2010)

1352.270-70 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (APR 2010)

1352.228-72 DEDUCTIBLES UNDER REQUIRED INSURANCE COVERAGE- FIXED PRICE (APR 2010)

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1352.233-70 AGENCY PROTESTS (APR 2010)

1352.233-71 GAO AND COURT OF FEDERAL CLAIMS PROTESTS (APR 2010)

1352.237-71 SECURITY PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS - LOW RISK CONTRACTS (APR 2010)

1352.242-70 POSTAWARD CONFERENCE (APR 2010)

1352.246-70 PLACE OF ACCEPTANCE (APR 2010)

NIST LOCAL-33U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR WAGE DETERMINATION

NIST LOCAL-53CONTRACT PERFORMANCE DURING CHANGES IN NIST OPERATING STATUS

NIST LOCAL-54ELECTRONIC BILLING INSTRUCTIONS

Wage Determination

General Contractor Requirements

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CLAUSES

PWS Trash and Recycle

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT for:

Trash Disposal and Recycling Services, NIST, Boulder Site

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS & TECHNOLOGY

United States Department of Commerce

325 Broadway Boulder, CO 80305

10 NOVEMBER, 2020

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES.

This basic contract Performance Work Statement (PWS) defines the scope of the trash collection, disposal and recycling services required for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) campus at Boulder, Colorado. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision and other items and services necessary to perform the trash collection, disposal and recycling services for the site for one year. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in the contract as well as all local, state and federal laws, regulations, standards, instructions and commercial practices.

The contractor is expected to propose and implement innovative management practices throughout the service period to minimize the cost of performing trash (Municipal Solid Waste or MSW) collection and disposal and recycling services by utilizing best commercial practices which benefit both the environment and the Department of Commerce (DoC). Provide a copy of the Quality Control Plan detailing the Contractor’s strategy to provide innovative solutions to the site’s trash and recycling waste streams with the proposal. A breakdown of the costs between recycling and trash removal shall be included in the proposal. The PWS includes requirements for the quality control plan, and periodic reports to measure contract performance. An estimate of the workload is included in Attachment 1 and is based on historical data. A sketch of the site and the current locations of bins and dumpsters is also included in Attachment 2.

1.1 COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS.

The Contractor shall establish initial vehicle routes, bin sizes and locations, and collection schedules for both trash and recyclables upon contract award. At a minimum, provide a map with routes, collection locations and bin sizes clearly annotated, with collection dates provided separately or on the map. They are to be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) 14 calendar days prior to start of contract performance. The Contractor may propose adjustments to the route or locations or schedule at any time to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or CO for coordination and approval. Adjustments must be justified by actual container fill data collected over a 30-day period minimum. Historical pickup frequency is located in Attachment 1, for each location and bin. When the Contractor completes service at a location there shall be no litter, waste or recyclable material on the ground within a 10-foot radius of the container(s).

1.1.1 Trash Pickup and Disposal.

The Contractor shall furnish a sufficient number and size of trash collection containers to meet trash collection requirements for the site. The Contractor may propose adjustments to the locations, container sizes or collection schedule to ensure that all site trash is collected and disposed, while avoiding dumpster/bin overflow and utilizing the minimum amount of required pickups and trash containers. No trash compacting shall be conducted within 200 yards of any residential structure. The Contractor shall transport and dispose of all trash at a permitted off-site disposal site. The Contractor is responsible for disposal being in accordance with existing local, state and federal regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for any permit or fees associated with the use of off-site disposal facilities.

1.1.1.1 Unauthorized Materials in Trash Containers.

If there is a noticeable amount of recyclables or other known unauthorized material (hazardous waste, tires, batteries, etc.) in a trash container, the Contractor shall not empty it. The Contractor shall immediately notify the COR verbally, giving the location, building number, the potentially recyclable commodity (cardboard, metal, etc.) found, or the description of the unauthorized material. Photographic evidence may also be provided electronically. The COR will contact the facility manager or responsible party and have the materials removed and properly dispositioned. The Contractor, at their discretion, may remove recyclables and dispose of them properly but shall not remove possible hazardous waste from containers.

Depending on collection schedule, the contractor may be required to return to the container the same day at no additional cost or if capacity of the container allows, collection can be performed on the next scheduled day. For informational purposes only, the Contractor shall submit with the quarterly report a summary of all unauthorized material notifications.

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1.1.2 Recyclable Pickup and Disposal.

The Contractor shall furnish a sufficient number and size of recycling collection containers to meet recyclable collection requirements for the site. The Contractor may propose adjustments to the locations, container sizes or collection schedule to ensure that all site recycling is collected and disposed, while avoiding container overflow and utilizing the minimum amount of required pickups and recyclable containers. The Contractor shall transport and dispose of all recyclables at a permitted off-site disposal site. The Contractor is responsible for disposal being in accordance with existing local, state and federal regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for any permit or fees associated with the use of off-site recycling facilities.

1.1.3 Unauthorized Materials in Recyclable Containers.

If a noticeable amount of non-recyclable material is observed in a recycling bin, the Contractor shall immediately notify the COR verbally, giving the location, building number, and a description of the unauthorized material. Photographic evidence may also be provided electronically. The COR will contact the facility manager or responsible party and have the materials removed and properly dispositioned. The Contractor, at their discretion, may remove non-recyclables and dispose of them properly but shall not remove possible hazardous waste from containers. Depending on collection schedule, the contractor may be required to return to the container the same day at no additional cost or if capacity of the container allows, collection can be performed on the next scheduled day. For informational purposes only, the Contractor shall submit with the quarterly report a summary of all unauthorized material notifications.

1.1.4 On Demand Services (contract line item number X003)

The Contractor shall provide a separate price listing for weekly and monthly rental and cost per pickup of the following sized containers (in cubic yards, CY) for both trash and recyclables: 3 CY bin, 3 CY Bear Proof bin, 6 CY bin, 8 CY bin, 8 CY Bear Proof bin, 20 CY dumpster and 30 CY dumpster. Prices are to be included for out-years as well. See Schedule B of the SF-1449 for the pricing schedule. The CO or COR will provide written requests for all on demand service requirements with locations, dates and container(s) sizes. In addition to the established scheduled collections, the CO or COR may request the Contractor make unscheduled additional collections and disposals using this price listing. The Contractor shall respond within 24 hours of notification.

1.1.5 Container Relocations.

Occasionally containers will need to be relocated for various reasons (construction, roadwork, road closures, etc.). The CO or COR will provide written request to the Contractor when relocation is required. Relocation is to be accomplished on the next scheduled collection day for the affected containers.

1.1.6 Inclement Weather and Site Shutdown.

The Contractor shall collect trash and recyclable material during periods of inclement weather. In cases of severe weather, the CO or COR may authorize exceptions. When exceptions are granted, all missed collections shall be performed within 24 hours after the severe weather has ended, unless authorized additional time. In the event of a site shutdown, all missed collections shall be performed within 24 hours after site re-opening unless authorized additional time.

1.1.7 Route and Collection Parameters

The Contractor shall enter the site from the Broadway Gate entrance. All vehicles are subject to search and potential delays.

Collection shall be made during a two-hour period, from 06:30 to 08:30, on Tuesdays through Saturdays only, excluding federal holidays. No compaction of trash shall be done within 200 yards of any residence. Routes and bin locations on site are subject to change due to construction and other temporary conditions.

1.1.8 Points of Collection.

Current container locations for trash and recyclable material are shown in Attachment 2. The Contractor shall position containers for customer ease in depositing materials, to minimize interference with parking areas, sidewalks, roadways, overhead utilities, trees, storm drains, and other obstructions. The quantity, capacity size, and type of container at designated locations will be determined by the Contractor and approved by the CO or COR.

1.1.9 Government Approval of Containers

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Containers used in the collection of trash and recyclable materials shall be provided by the Contractor and approved by the CO or COR. Containers shall be maintained by the Contractor and shall remain in good, workable condition with no leaks.

The Contractor shall provide appropriate means of ensuring the containers remains securely closed during all weather conditions, including high winds. Contractor shall provide signage on the trash bins, stating that no recyclables are to be placed within them. Recycling containers are to be clearly marked with the recycling symbol and labeled for specific material to be placed within (e.g. cardboard, paper, plastic). Containers must be easy to use by the customers. If needed, containers shall include instructions on usage on the container. Cleaning and painting of containers shall be accomplished off site at least once per year or as deemed necessary by the CO or COR in order to maintain a clean and sanitary condition.

1.1.10 Bulk Containers.

Containers shall be able to accommodate bulk items and capacity of supplied containers shall be 20 or 30 cubic yard. Covers are not required. Trash compacting bulk containers shall be self-contained and not open to the elements.

1.1.11 Collection Areas.

The contractor shall return containers to their original locations after servicing, in an upright condition with any lids securely closed. Several container areas are fenced and gated enclosures; the Contractor will be required to open and close all gates.

The Contractor is responsible for cleaning up any spills, debris or other detritus caused by their operations. If access to a collection area is blocked, the Contractor shall verbally notify the COR to have the access restored. If delayed, pickup may be rescheduled to the next normal day for the containers in the location. The Contractor shall notify the CO or COR of locations where trash and recyclables are frequently placed outside of containers so they may notify the facility managers to correct the situation. The Contractor can adjust the container sizes or pickup frequency with the CO or COR approval.

Current locations and sizes of bins are in Attachment 2.

1.2 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

The Contractor shall maintain all containers and vehicles so that they are free of unpleasant odors, dirt, debris and pests. All containers must be in good, workable condition, with no leaks. They must be easily accessible to customers. The Contractor shall perform all cleaning, painting, repair and other maintenance tasks off-site unless approval from the CO is granted.

Trucks used for collection and hauling shall comply with hauling and transportation laws such as covered or lidded to prevent spillage or loss of material. Should any vehicles or other equipment have leaks, the Contractor is responsible for cleanup.

The Contractor shall furnish replacement containers for any containers removed from the site for maintenance.

1.3 REPORTS AND RECORDS

The Contractor shall provide quarterly summary reports detailing total weights of trash and recyclable material (by category paper, cardboard, plastic), all requested services performed and notifications of unauthorized materials to the COR. Reports are due no later than the 10th of the month following the end of the full quarter-year.

Report format shall be:

Summary page by quarter and yearly roll-up with total weight of trash disposed, total weight of recyclable material by category, and the requests for the quarter broken out by category and size containers.

2.0 SERVICES SUMMARY (SS).

The contract service requirements are summarized in Performance Objectives that relate directly to contract essential items.

The Performance Thresholds briefly describes the minimally acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. The SS and the Contractor’s internal Quality Control Plan (QCP) provide information on contract requirements, the expected level of performance and the method of Government validation and confirmation of services provided.

Performance Objectives PWS Paragraph Performance Threshold

Collect trash 1.1-1.1.1.1 No more than 2 customer complaints per month

Collect Recyclables 1.1.2-1.1.3 No more than 2 customer complaints per month

Transport and Dispose of trash/recyclables 1.1.1, 1.1.2 No more than 1 customer complaint per month

On Demand Services 1.1.4 No more than 1 customer complaint per month

Maintain equipment and vehicles 1.2 No more than 2 customer complaints per month

Provide quarterly reports 1.3 No deficiencies permitted

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2.1 QUALITY CONTROL.

The Contractor shall develop and maintain an internal quality control program to ensure that the trash and recycle collection and disposal is performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices, provides innovative solution formulation to address site specific disposal and recycling streams and the terms of this contract. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. At a minimum the Contractor’s quality control program shall address the areas identified in paragraph 2.0 Service Summary. Should the Contractor’s performance be significantly deficient, the CO may require that the Contractor modify the Quality Control Plan to implement corrective actions to address deficiencies.

2.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE.

The Government shall inspect and evaluate the Contractor’s performance periodically to ensure that the services received are in accordance with the contract requirements. The COR shall inspect by validating actual work performance, visually inspecting equipment and vehicles, checking quarterly reports, investigating customer complaints, obtaining feedback from facility managers or otherwise inspecting the tasks or the results to determine whether or not performance is meeting the standards contained in the contract. The COR will document surveillance or validation results. Any unsatisfactory inspection result shall be recorded, and the Contractor shall re-perform the service after notification by the COR.

When a Performance Threshold has exceeded allowable limits as stated in the SS or Contractor performance has not been accomplished, the COR will initiate a corrective action report for issuance to the Contractor. The Contractor shall respond in regard to the report to the CO and COR within three (3) business days of receipt. Failure to meet a Performance Threshold as outlined in the SS of these Performance Objectives for any two months of a performance period will result in an immediate meeting with the CO and COR to discuss corrective actions to be taken by the Contractor and amendments to the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION.

3.1 Site Access.

The Contractor is responsible for ensuring its personnel meet all site access requirements. Provide a list of all anticipated employees at least two weeks in advance of their working on site. All employees must fill out specified background check forms for review by NIST Security before security badges will be issued. These forms will be typed. Contractor personnel will cooperate with NIST Police and Security regarding site security requirements. Speed limit on site is 20 MPH.

3.3 Damage to Government Property.

The Contractor is responsible for correcting any damage caused to the NIST Boulder site and field sites as a result of their operations and returning the site to previous conditions at no cost to the Government.

3.4 Federal Holidays and Closures.

The Contractor is not required to provide routine services on the following approved holidays:

New Year’s Day - 1 January Martin Luther King Day - 3rd Monday in January

Washington’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in February Memorial Day - last Monday in May Independence Day - 4 July Labor Day - 1st Monday in September Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October Veteran’s Day - 11 November Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November Christmas Day - 25 December

If a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday will be observed. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed. Work scheduled but not accomplished due to site closure will be accomplished as soon as possible after site reopening.

3.5 Contractor Work Schedule

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The Contractor shall submit a schedule for all services described in this PWS and Attachments to the CO for approval at the post award conference. The schedule shall include bins sizes, routes, pickup points, and days that pickup will occur. The Contractor shall not deviate from the approved schedule without prior approval from the CO or COR. Permanent changes to the schedule must be submitted and approved by the CO prior to implementation. The schedule shall be validated as necessary for accuracy. Occurrence based schedule changes due to customer requests or temporary site access issues shall be submitted to the COR for approval.

3.6 Safety.

The Contractor shall perform work in a safe manner as required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements. Safety is the responsibility of the Contractor. Provide a verbal report to the CO and COR as soon as possible of each occurrence of damage to Government property or an accident resulting in death, injury, occupational disease or adverse environmental impact. Provide a written copy of an accident report to the CO within 5 calendar days of each incident.

4.0 Government Furnished Equipment

No Government furnished equipment will be provided to the Contractor. Keys to fenced collection points may be provided to assist in container pickups. Electrical power for trash compacting roll-offs will be furnished.

5.0 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Construction or repair services shall be undertaken in accordance with all applicable provisions of specified codes and standards listed in this PWS and attached specifications.

1. International Building Code – IBC in accordance with the most recent version of all applicable provisions and specified codes.

2. International Electric Code Administrative Provisions – IEC in accordance with the most recent version of all applicable provisions and specified codes.

3. US Department of Labor OSHA Regulations - 29 CFR 1910 & 1926

4. US Environmental Protection Agency Regulations – 40 CFR

5. State of Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment Regulations for Air Quality Control of Stationary

Sources

6. State of Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Division of Oil & Public Safety – C.R.S. § 9-4-101

6.0 DELIVERABLE SCHEDULE

TASK PWS PARAGRAPH

REFERENCE

DELIVERY DUE DATE DELIVER TO WHO

CONTRACTOR WORK

SCHEDULE

1.1, 1.1.7, 3.5 14 DAYS PRIOR TO

START OF CONTRACT

CO

QUALITY CONTROL PLAN 1.0, 2.1, 2.2 14 DAYS PRIOR TO

START OF CONTRACT

COR

QUARTERLY SUMMARY

REPORT

1.3 10TH DAY OF THE MONTH

FOLLOWING END OF

QUARTER

COR

ACCIDENT REPORT 3.6 5 DAYS AFTER INCIDENT CO

END OF PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Historical NIST tonnage 2018-2020

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NIST

Trash and Recycling Tonnage Waste Management Four Courners Public Sector

Total Trash Collected

Account # Building Qty Size Freq

010-507247 BLD 1 WING 2 CM 1 8 5 MSW 40 173.2 13856 6.93 20.78

010-507250 BLD 1 WING 3/5 CM 1 8 3 MSW 24 103.92 8313.6 4.16 12.47

010-509591 BLDG 25 LAY DOWN RO 1 30 4 MSW 17.04 51.12

010-538009 BLDG 22 RO 30 3 MSW 2.3 6.90

010-543963 BUILDING 81 RO 30 1 MSW 4.53 13.59

010-564046 BOULDER BLDG 1 NO PARKING RO 30 0 MSW 0 0.00

Total Trash Tons 104.86

Total Recycling Collected

Account # Building Qty Size Freq

010-507254 BLG 1 WING 2 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507256 BLG 1 ANNEX 1A WING 3/5 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507259 BLG 1 ANNEX 1A WING 3/5 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507260 BLG 2 SE CORNER OG BLG 2 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507262 BLG 21 INSIDE FENCED YARD CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507263 BLG 22 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507264 BLG 22 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

010-507265 BLG 26 CM 1 3 3 RCY 9 38.97 1558.8 0.78 2.34

Total Recycle Tons 18.71

Total Tons Collected: 123.57

Pounds/yard Avg

MSW 80

RCY 40

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Yards/ Month

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3 Month Avg Tons

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Yards/ Month

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3 Month Avg Tons

Please Note - Commercial tons are based on an average service levels per month and pounds per yard

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TONS

3rd QTR 2018 Waste 68

Recycling 11 4th QTR 2018 Waste 56

Recycling 11 1st QTR 2019 Waste 56

Recycling 11 2nd QTR 2019 Waste 55.4

Recycling 10 3rd QTR 2019 Waste 57

Recycling 11 4th QTR 2019 Waste 68

Recycling 11 1st QTR 2020 Waste 69

Recycling 11 2nd QTR 2020 Waste 52

Recycling 11 3rd QTR 2020 Waste 52

Recycling 11 4th QTR 2020 Waste

Recycling

TOTAL Waste 533.4 Recycling 98

QUARTERLY AVERAGE Waste 59.26667 Recycling 10.88889

Historical NIST tonnage 2018-2020

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ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1, INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS – COMMERCIAL ITEMS

1. SPECIAL NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

The Government intends to evaluate proposal and award a contract without discussions. The Government intends to make award to the offeror that presents the quote that provides the best value and most advantageous to the Government, in accordance with FAR Part 13 procedures.

Therefore, the Contractor’s initial proposal should contain the Contractor’s best terms from a technical and price standpoint. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the CO (Contracting Officer) later determines them to be necessary.

1.1 Proposal shall clearly demonstrate that the Contractor understands both the general and specific technical requirements of the Scope of Work (PWS).

1.1.1 Failure to explain Contractor’s ability to meet all requirements may result in the Contractor's quotation not being considered. Clarity and completeness of quotations are of the utmost importance. Therefore, quotations must be written in a practical, clear and concise manner.

1.1.2 Proposals which merely restate the requirement or state that the requirement will be met without providing supporting rationale are not sufficient.

1.2 This requirement is being awarded utilizing the procedures established in FAR Part 13 procedures.

1.3 Contractor’s may be asked to clarify certain aspects of their proposal to resolve minor or clerical errors and will not constitute discussions.

1.4 Request for Quote (RFQ) pricing for base and option contract line item numbers (CLIN) 0001 and 4003.

1.4.1 The Contractor agrees to hold the prices in its quotation firm for 120 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of quotations, unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation. Any quotation providing less that the specified acceptance period will be considered non-responsive, will not be evaluated, and will be ineligible for award.

2. INQUIRIES AND QUESTIONS

2.1 The CO and CS (Contract Specialist) are the only approved points of contact for this acquisition. Address any questions or concerns you may have to both the CO and CS via e-mail to: noah.branscom@nist.gov and denise.steel@nist.gov

2.2 All requests for clarification, inquiries, and questions concerning this solicitation shall be submitted in writing via e-mail to: noah.branscom@nist.gov and denise.steel@nist.gov by 12:00 PM MST, 24 March 2021

2.3 All questions and responses to questions shall be provided, in writing, without identification of the questioner. Questions and responses will be published to Contract Opportunities (formerly FBO) in the form of an amendment to the solicitation. Even if provided in other form, only the question responses included in the amendment(s) to the solicitation will govern performance of the contract.

3. SOLICITATION RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

3.1 The Government will evaluate quotations based on comparative analysis between all quotes received in consideration of the factors and requirements outlined in this RFQ.

3.1.1 Any quotation that does not provide sufficient detail to meet the stated solicitation requirements or performance objectives will be considered ineligible for award unless the deficiency is corrected through discussions (See paragraph 1).

3.2 QUOTATION REQUIREMENTS

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3.2.1 Quotations are expected to conform to solicitation provisions and be prepared in accordance with this section. To aid in evaluation, the quotation shall be clearly and concisely written, neatly presented, indexed (cross-indexed as appropriate), and assembled as required by this instruction to offerors. All pages of each part shall be appropriately numbered and identified with the name of the Contractor, the date of the quotation, and the solicitation number.

3.2.2 Format. Text shall be single-spaced, and able to fit on 8½” x 11”, with a minimum one-inch margin all around (should the Government need to print). Each page with content shall count as a single page. Pages shall be numbered consecutively. Text shall be no smaller than 11 font. Bolding, underlining, and italics may be used to identify topic demarcations or points of emphasis. Graphic presentations, including tables, while not subject to the same font size and spacing requirements, shall have spacing and text that is easily readable.

3.2.3 Restriction of Disclosure/Proprietary Information. If the Contractor wishes to restrict the disclosure or use of its quotation, use the legend permitted by FAR 52.215- 1(e). Individual subcontractor/vendor proprietary information may be submitted via separate binders. The information contained in these binders must be referenced (by binder title, page, and section number as appropriate) within the main quotation where the information would have been included if it were not subcontractor/vendor proprietary. The information in these separate binders is subject to all other requirements of the RFQ, will be included in the page count for the appropriate volume, and must be well-marked to clearly indicate any special handling instructions.

3.2.4 The Contractor shall submit one (1) electronic version compatible with the Microsoft Office 2016 Software Suite and/or Adobe Acrobat (PDF), by email.

3.2.5 Submission Address. Quotes are due by email to noah.branscom@nist.gov and denise.steel@nist.gov

FACSIMILE QUOTATIONS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED

3.2.6 Submission Due Dates. Quotations must be received prior the date and time in block 8 of the SF 1449. Quotations received after this date and time are considered late and may not be accepted.

4. Factor A – Price Submittal Requirements

4.1 Factor A – Price, shall comply with the instructions in paragraph 3, above, and include the following documents (in the order listed):

4.1.1 The offeror shall complete and submit the Standard Form 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items: Complete Blocks 17a, 17b, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 30a, 30b, and 30c only. An official having the authority to contractually bind the Offeror’s company must sign the SF 1449 in accordance with the procedures prescribed in

FAR 4.102.

4.1.2 Acknowledge all solicitation amendments using one of the methods set forth in Block 11 of Standard Form 30, the form on which any amendment will be issued.

4.1.3 Complete all required representations and certifications

4.1.4 Completed Schedule B, page 3 of the SF 1449.

5. Factor B – Technical Details

5.1 Technical details shall comply with the instructions in paragraph 3, above and is limited as stated in the factors below.

5.2 Exceptions, Deviations, and/or Assumptions. This document shall identify and explain any exceptions or deviations taken to any part of the PWS or conditional assumptions made with respect to the technical requirements of the solicitation. Contractors should note that taking exceptions to the Government's requirements may indicate an unwillingness or inability to perform the contract, and the quotation may be evaluated as such.

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5.3 Technical Details shall include the following:

5.3.1 The offeror shall submit technical details sufficient for the Government evaluation team to have a thorough understanding of materials to be used, means and methods of accomplishing the requirements of the PWS, and solutions to addressing the work required.

6. Factor C – Past Performance

6.1 Demonstrated experience with the same or similar type of contracts with experience that is recent and relevant to this acquisition.

6.2 The offeror must submit detailed information for each evaluation factor. The information within the quote must demonstrate that the offered services meet or exceed the minimum specifications found in the solicitation's PWS. The Government will evaluate the offers based on information furnished by the offeror in response to the solicitation.

7. Limitation of Future Contracting

N/A

8. Confidential Information

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and its amendments have resulted in an increasing number of requests from outside the Government for copies of contractor qualifications and quotations submitted to Federal agencies. If a contractor's submissions contain information that they believe should be withheld from such requesters under FOIA on the grounds that they contain "trade secrets and commercial or financial information" [5 USC§552(b) (4)], the contractor should mark its submissions in the following manner "Some parts of this document, as identified on individual pages, are considered by the submitter to be privileged or confidential trade secrets or commercial or financial information not subject to mandatory disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.”

Addendum to 52.212-2

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ADDENEDUM TO 52.212-2 EVALUATION – COMMERCIAL ITEMS

I GENERAL

1. The Government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract to the contractor whose quotation is found to be the best value and most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The Government will evaluate quotations based on comparative analysis between quotes received in consideration of the factors and requirements outlined in this RFQ.

2. The Government intends to evaluate the quotations and issue a contract based on the initial quotations received. Therefore, the initial quotation should contain the best terms from a technical and price standpoint. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary. This statement is not to be construed to mean that the Government is obligated to conduct discussions or exchanges.

3. Failure to provide a reasonable and complete quotation may reflect a lack of understanding of the requirements and may result in elimination from further consideration.

4. Quotations which merely restate the requirement or state that the requirement will be met, without providing supporting rationale, are not sufficient.

5. The Contractor shall submit a firm-fixed-price quotation according to the Addendum to 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors. The factors identified below shall be used to evaluate the quotation.

6. This acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

Principles and procedures of FAR Part 15 do not apply. A contractor may be eliminated from consideration without further exchanges if its quotation is not among those considered most advantageous to the Government based the requirements of this solicitation.

7. The contract resulting from this solicitation will be awarded to the responsible Quoter whose quotation conforms to the solicitation and is determined to be the best value to the Government considering Price (Factor A, Technical Details (Factor B), and Past Performance (Factor C).

8. By submission of its quotation, the contractor is required to meet all solicitation requirements, such as terms and conditions, representations and certifications, and technical requirements, in addition to those identified as evaluation factors. Failure to meet a requirement may result in a quotation being ineligible for award. Contractors must clearly identify any exception to the solicitation terms and conditions and provide complete accompanying rationale. The evaluation process shall proceed as follows:

II FACTOR A – PRICE:

1. Price submittals will be subjectively evaluated to determine the reasonableness of the quotations for overall price and individual CLIN pricing. The Government will not conduct price realism analysis as part of its price evaluation. The Government will evaluate the quotation using price analysis techniques to determine fairness and reasonableness in relation to the PWS requirements. One or more of the following techniques will be used to ensure a fair and reasonable price:

1.1 Comparison of quoted prices received in response to the Solicitation.

1.2 Comparison of quoted prices with the IGE.

1.3 Comparison of quoted prices with available historical information.

1.4 A total contract price or individual CLIN price that is found to be either unreasonably high or low in relation to the proposed work may be indicative of an inherent lack of understanding of the solicitation requirements and may result in the overall quotation being removed from further consideration.

2. Any inconsistency, whether real or apparent, between quoted performance and price/cost must be clearly explained in the price quotation. For example, if unique and innovative approaches

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are the basis for an apparently unbalanced/inconsistently priced quotation, the nature of these approaches and their impact on price must be completely documented.

3. A quotation whose price is determined to be unbalanced across CLINs (i.e. unreasonably high for one CLIN and unreasonably low for one CLIN) may not be considered for award and may be rejected if the contracting officer determines that the lack of balance poses an unacceptable risk to the Government.

4. The Government reserves the right to ask for any additional price related information to determine a price to be fair and reasonable.

III NON-PRICE / TECHNICAL EVALUATION

1. The Government shall evaluate the non-price / technical portion of the quotation. This evaluation shall be conducted by comparison of submitted technical details for Factor B.

Factor C shall be evaluated by comparison of information available to the CO (CPARS, FAPIIS, SAM, etc.) Any aspect evaluated that does not meet the requirements of the RFQ may render the entire quotation as unawardable. Only those quotations determined, either initially or as a result of discussions, as meeting the RFQ requirements will be considered for award. However, contractors are reminded that the Government reserves the right to award this effort based on the initial quotations, as received, without discussions.

2. The quotations shall be evaluated against the following technical factor:

2.1 FACTOR (B) - TECHNICAL APPROACH

2.1.1 Evaluation of this factor is a subjective evaluation of the Offeror’s understanding of the contract requirements (clauses, provisions and the PWS) and demonstrated ability to meet contract requirements and PWS tasks based on its proposed technical details.

2.1.2 Technical details which do not adequately address how the Quoter proposes to meet the requirements may not be deemed as a best value to the Government. A technical approach which is primarily a copy and paste version of the PWS requirements and performance standards will not be considered for award.

2.2 FACTOR (C) – PAST PERFORMANCE

2.2.1 Evaluation of this factor shall be accomplished by the Government, including but not limited to the resources identified in FAR Part 13. The past performance evaluation will assess the relative risks associated with an offeror's likelihood of success in fulfilling the solicitation's requirements as indicated by the offeror's record of past performance. In this context, "offeror" refers to the prime contractor. Present and past performance shall be evaluated as a measure of the Government's confidence in the offeror's ability to successfully perform based on previous and current contract efforts.

2.2.2 Past performance will be determined to be relevant if it demonstrates performance on a contract involving work that is similar in nature, size, and complexity to the requirements being procured under this solicitation.