Sol_140L0625Q0006_Amd_0001.pdf

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140L0625Q0006 x x copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted ; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR

OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted , such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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DENVER CO 80225-0047

LNI

PO BOX 25047

BUILDING 85

DENVER FEDERAL CENTER

BLM IT - NOC

11/14/20240001

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended , by one of the following methods: (a) By completing

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

FACILITY CODE CODE

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)CODE 6. ISSUED BY

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

11/14/2024

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return __________________ copies to the issuing office.

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

The purpose of Amendment 0001 is two-fold: Set a date for final questions, December 18, 2024; Second, Answer Vendor questions

Contracting Officer Response

1. Share Detailed Historical Cost Data: Including historical data on past site costs (e.g., average cost per sampling point or per hitch) might help vendors align their proposals with more realistic benchmarks. This would also reduce the chances of inflated pricing.

IAW the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) the individual pricing is proprietary data thus not allowable for release: we are only allowed to provide total contract cost.

2. Standardize Equipment Pricing: The requirement to include specialized equipment costs is

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

Laura Egli

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Previous edition unusable

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9 A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect .

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140L0625Q0006/0001 great, but providing a clear template for listing these costs could help avoid inconsistencies or misunderstandings.

Equipment pricing is up to each individual vendor and as such they must determine what they intend to quote as a price i.e., profit margin

3. Travel Scenarios: It might be helpful to outline detailed assumptions for travel costs

(e.g., specific routes, expected fuel costs, or access to free lodging). This could lead to more standardized submissions and minimize contingency-based pricing.

The government requires the vendor to provide its expertise to the government regarding Alaska travel scenarios; the government will not do the contractors work

4. Clear Definitions for Adjustments: The flexibility to modify sampling sites is crucial, but it could also introduce variability in quotes. Adding some specifics about how and when these adjustments might occur could help vendors plan more accurately.

The RFQ clearly states that if an area is not completed then the contractor will return to the area the following year¿Alaska is a large state with unpredictable weather conditions so any contractor will require flexibility

Period of Performance: 01/01/2025 to 12/31/2029

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

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FAR (48 CFR) 53.110