191D3225R0040 A001 with QnA.pdf

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1 4

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

00001 February 21st, 2025

6. ISSUED BY CODE JAKAR19007 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)

CODE

U.S. Embassy – GSO/Contracting office Jl. Merdeka Selatan 3-5 Jakarta 10110 Phone: (6221)5083-1000

Same as item 6

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No. Street, county, State and ZIP: Code) () 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

POTENTIAL OFFEROR 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

X

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

191D3225R0040

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

CODE FACILITY CODE June 16, 2025

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, is not extended.

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 Items 8 and 15, and returning one (1) copy of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATA 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and data specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN

ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER Specify type of modification and authority)B.3.6, B.4.1.5B.4.2.5, B.4.3.5, and B.4.4.5

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return _1_ copy to the issuing office.

14. Description of Amendment/Modification (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible)

This modification is to:

1. Revise Paragraph 6.2, first paragraph to be read as: The Contractor shall deliver materials required as describe above.

2. Attach answers Exhibit 1, Questions and Answer to questions raised during the pre-proposal and the questioning period

3. The deadline of submissions of proposal is hereby extended from July 1, 2025, to Wednesday, July 8, 2025, 14.00, Jakarta time.

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

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

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

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

BY ___/S/ JERAMEE C. RICE ______________

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070 30-105 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 0-83)

Previous edition unusable Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

191D3225R0040 A001

EXHIBIT A:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Solicita�on Number: 191D3225R0040: Indonesian Language Service Program

1. Is this the first �me this program is being run?

A: No, this is not the first itera�on of the program.

2. If not, who is the current provider?

A: The incumbent contractor is Alam Bahasa - KSU Swaloka

3. Are subcontractors allowed under this contract? What are the eligibility requirements for contractors?

A:

1. Please refer to Sec�on 1, 3, and 4 of the RFP for contractor qualifica�ons.

2. Yes, subcontrac�ng is allowed under this contract, provided it complies with the requirements of FAR 52.244-6 and the terms of your contract. If your firm intends to engage local instructors or en��es in Indonesia to deliver in-person language training, we kindly request that you submit a brief subcontractor disclosure, including:

• The name and role of the subcontractor (e.g., freelance instructor, training provider).

• A summary of the specific services they will provide, such as instruc�on hours, course materials, or other deliverables.

• Confirma�on that your company will maintain oversight, quality control, and contractual accountability throughout the subcontractor's performance.

Addi�onally, please ensure the following:

• The subcontractor is not suspended or debarred (this can be verified via SAM.gov, if registered).

• All required Federal Acquisi�on Regula�on (FAR) clauses are properly included in any writen agreement with the subcontractor.

• Compliance with local labor laws and regula�ons in Indonesia is ensured, including any requirements for work permits, tax obliga�ons, or other legal considera�ons.

• Your firm has established clear processes for monitoring subcontractor performance and ensuring alignment with U.S. Government procurement standards.

These steps ensure alignment with U.S. Government procurement standards, compliance with local laws, and help maintain performance integrity under this contract.

4. What was the previous contract value?

A: The es�mated maximum contract value for the current period is $150,000.

5. Is there a maximum contract value?

A: Please refer to the response to Ques�on 4 above.

6. What is the expected number of students for the program?

A: We expect a total of approximately 30 to 50 students to sign up per cycle, maximum of around 50 students.

7. How many hours of classes were taught last year?

A: Es�mated up to this month, 2,047 classes.

8. How many hours of classes were delivered in-person vs. online?

A: There’s no online class delivered for the last two years. Then for on-line class, please refer to answer #7.

9. Is there an expected number of instructors required?

A: Offerors are encouraged to propose the number of instructors based on their professional assessment of the teaching needs to meet the program requirements.

As a reference, a minimum of two instructors is expected to cover approximately 30–40 classes per week.

10. How many instructors currently teach classes?

A: There are 2-4 instructors for the last two years. Two can cover 30-40 students and max of 4 teachers can cover almost 50 ac�ve students in two different venues (the Embassy and American Club) in a cycle and in average.

11. Can U.S. companies submit proposals in U.S. Dollars (USD)?

A: Since in-person classes will take place in Indonesia, we expect the contractor to be able to perform opera�ons locally. Pricing should reflect this requirement.

12. Sec�on 6.2 men�ons a requirement to “deliver a complete and full transla�on of the items above.”

Can you clarify what transla�ons are required?

A: The phrase should read: “Deliver complete materials as described above.” This has been corrected in Amendment 0001 to the solicita�on.

13. Can the cost of DBA (Defense Base Act) insurance be billed to the Embassy? Can it be quoted as a separate line item?

A: Yes. The cost for DBA insurance may be proposed as a separate line item and should include a quote from a Department of Labor–approved insurance provider. This cost is reimbursable upon submission of a paid invoice from the insurance company.

14. What is the youngest age of par�cipants (e.g., children of employees)?

A: The youngest par�cipants are expected to be around 15 years old, equivalent to 10th grade.

15. Must the DBA insurance premium be included in the proposed pricing, despite its impact on cost?

A: Per Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, offerors are required to include DBA insurance costs in their pricing.

Approved providers are listed on the Department of Labor website:

htp://www.dol.gov/owcp/dlhwc/lscarrier.htm The quote must be submited as a separate line item. See also Ques�on 13 regarding reimbursement.

16. Do you offer alterna�ve Indonesian language programs, such as excursions to museums or cultural sites, or non-rou�ne language classes?

A: We may invite contractors to provide quotes for such programs if we determine they are qualified and capable of delivering them.

http://www.dol.gov/owcp/dlhwc/lscarrier.htm