Questions_Regarding_15BCTS19Q0000030.pdf

Questions Regarding 15BCTS19Q00000030 (CTS in Tyler, TX)

1. Do we have to have a subcontracting plan for this effort due to the dollar amount or due to the percentage goals outlined on the subcontracting plan form included in the solicitation information.

Response: Yes. Quoters other than small business concerns must complete either the Subcontracting Certification Form or the Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

2. What type of electronic system can be used to transfer file information on the patients to the federal prision bureau? What systems are compatible and acceptable and up to the security requirements needed in order to transfer this information to the prison? Will email work?

Response: Section 8.1.1 of the Statement of Work states, “Invoices and supporting documentation may be sent to CTS staff using a Bureau approved encrypted e-mail system.

Electronically transmitted invoices must be received on or before the 10th of each month. If invoices are mailed, they must be postmarked by the 10th of each month, unless otherwise authorized by the Bureau.” Also, please see page 14 of the solicitation under Clause DJAR- PGD-15-03 Security of Department Information and Systems for additional information security information and requirements.

***Note: Please note questions will no longer be accepted after April 15, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.

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