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* = Required Field Contract Opportunity Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice S208 SED-927-JANITORIAL CONTRACT-FY21 New - Southeast District -

1. Janitorial request FY 21. 2. Subject to the availability of FY 21 funds. For FY21 year / Base year plus /4/ 22172 36C78621Q0075 03-01-2021 16:00

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561720 Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration Contracting Services 18434 Joplin Road Triangle VA 22172 Contracting Officer Kenneth Randle Kenneth.Randle@va.gov (709)-630-9356 Alabama National Cemetery 3133 Highway 119 Montevallo

Alabama 35115

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https://www.va.gov Department of Veterans Affairs

GENERAL INFORMATION:

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.603 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 36C78621Q0075.

This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2021-4.

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE:

The (NAICS) code for this procurement is 561720. The business size standard number of employees is $18.0M.

This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach.

The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, National Cemetery Administration, anticipates the award of a Firm Fixed Priced Requirement Contract for Janitorial Services at Alabama National Cemetery.

POST AWARD CONFERENCE: : Date and time to be determined (TBD) after contract award.

SITE VISIT:

Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect all sites where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance. In no event shall failure to inspect a one or all sites constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. All contractors and attendees shall follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 on government premises and must practice safe social distancing and wear acceptable facial coverings; in addition to any other required personal protective equipment (PPE) outlined for the state of Alabama at the time of the site visit.

If you plan to attend a site visit / inspection at Alabama National Cemetery, YOU MUST CONTACT the COR Mr. Herman Watkins via email at Herman.Watkins@va.gov to make arrangements

RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ): Quotes are due to the Contracting officer no later than 1600 on 15 March 2021. Responses to this announcement will result in a Firm-Fixed Priced Requirement Contract. The Government intends to make award without discussions. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary and the Government will not pay for information provided nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided for the Government. Offerors are responsible for obtaining any and all amendments or additional information concerning this announcement at beta.sam.gov.

SOLICITATION QUESTIONS:

All questions regarding this solicitation are to be submitted to the Contracting Officer, via email, no later than close of business, 15 February 2021. Questions pertaining to this announcement shall be sent by email Kenneth.Randle@va.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

PRICE SCHEDULE: Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, equipment, tools, and materials necessary to Janitorial Services to the Alabama National Cemetery located at 3133 Highway 119 Montevallo, AL 35115.

Term of Contract: The contract term shall be from March 20th, 2021 (or date of award – whichever is sooner) to March 19th 2022 - This contract shall be awarded in the format of One (1) - 1-year Base Period and four (4) one-year options periods . All services described in the Work Statement, including technical specifications, schedules, addenda, clauses, terms and conditions of the contract shall form the complete scope of work.

The quantities of services specified in the Price Schedule are estimates only and are not purchased by this contract. The Government reserves the right to add additional line items related to cemetery grounds maintenance. Services can include emergency storm damage cleanup and snow removal. The Government will do so via a modification to the contract and SOW after obtaining fair and reasonable pricing from the contractor.

The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, supervision, transportation, equipment, supplies and materials necessary to provide Janitorial Services at Alabama National Cemetery 3133 Highway 119, Montevallo, AL 35115.

BASE Period: 20 Mar 2021 – 19 Mar 2022

Administration Building Public information Center (Restrooms & Lobby

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg.

Administration Bldg. (November & May)

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg. (October / January / April / July)

Option Year One (1) : 20 Mar 2022 - 19 Mar 2023

Administration Building Public information Center (Restrooms & Lobby

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg.

Administration Bldg. (November & May)

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg. (October / January / April / July)

Option Year Two (2) : 20 Mar 2023 - 19 Mar 2024

Administration Building Public information Center (Restrooms & Lobby

Administration Bldg. (November & May)

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg. (October / January / April / July)

Option Year Three (3) : 20 Mar 2024 - 19 Mar 2025

Administration Building Public information Center (Restrooms & Lobby

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg.

Administration Bldg. (November & May)

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg. (October / January / April / July)

Option Year Four (4) : 20 Mar 2025 - 19 Mar 2026

Administration Building Public information Center (Restrooms & Lobby

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg.

Administration Bldg. (November & May)

Administration Bldg. & Public Information Center Bldg. (October / January / April / July)

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS / WORK STATEMENT

A.1 BACKGROUND

Alabama National Cemetery is a National Shrine. Cemetery grounds encompass approximately 365 acres of land. The standards of maintenance & appearance at this cemetery must reflect this nation's concern for those interred there. Because of the special significance and attention it receives from the public, strict adherence to contract specifications, terms and condition is essential.

A.2 SCOPE

(a) The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, supervision, transportation, equipment, supplies and materials necessary to provide Janitorial Services at Alabama National Cemetery 3133 Highway 119, Montevallo, AL 35115.

(b) Areas to be serviced include the Administration Building, Annex, and conference building (approximately 3500 sq. ft. total), Maintenance Building and attached trailer (approximately 2000 sq. ft.), and 5 Public Restrooms (approximately 500 sq. ft.). Any area in these buildings that has carpet will be required to be vacuumed. All janitorial services shall be performed and completed Monday thru Friday (excluding Federal Holidays) between the hours of 4:30pm. and 10:00pm and/or 6:00am to 9:00am.

The cleaning of the Public Restrooms will occur on Saturday and Sunday between the same hours.

(c) Areas to be serviced include cleaning of office space, visitor areas, employee areas & public restrooms areas. Janitorial services shall be performed and completed Monday thru Friday (excluding Federal Holidays) between the hours of 4:30pm. and 7:00pm and/or 6:00am to 9:00am. Location and approximate size of areas to be cleaned are as follows:

(d) The Contractor is responsible for furnishing the following supply items:

· Trash / Wastebasket Receptacle Liners

· Toilet Tissue (2 ply)

· Paper Towels (2 ply)

· Cleaning Solutions

· Germicides & Disinfectants

(e) Contractor shall sign off on a daily checklist verifying all services that have been completed for that day. The Contractor will not submit invoices until the work has been accepted by the COR. Contactor will submit invoice/report itemizing services performed to the COR monthly in ARREARS. The COR will inspect all areas daily to ensure quality of services provided prior to certification of payment.

A.3 CLEANING REQUIREMENTS

THE FOLLOWING HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES SHALL BE PERFORMED MONDAY THRU

FRIDAY OF EACH WEEK UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

A.3.1 Administration Building

(a) Floors

i. Sweep and wet mop all current, terrazzo, tile, and other vinyl floor areas (moving tables, chairs, trash cans, etc.) and remove stains as needed.

ii. Vacuum all carpet and rug areas to ensure that each is clean of debris, moving light furniture and floor items as needed.

iii. At the discretion of the COR, wax and buff all cement, terrazzo, tile, and other vinyl floor areas (moving tables, chairs, trash cans, etc.) and remove stains as needed. This service shall be performed at least ONCE A YEAR.

iv. At the discretion of the COR, all carpet and rug areas shall be vacuumed and shampooed at least one work week prior to Memorial Day Services (May 31st).

(b) Doors / Walls / Partitions

i. Clean (with glass cleaner) inside and outside entrance and lobby glass doors.

ii. Clean (with glass cleaner) interior windows and glass surfaces of doors.

iii. Clean and polish the kick-plates of the three office and conference room doors

iv. Dust and spot clean all doors, door frames and walls ensuring all interior corners are free of dust and cobwebs.

v. Dust and clean all window ledges and windowsills free of debris.

vi. Dust all baseboards.

A.3.2 Maintenance Building

(a) General

i. Sweep and mop all entrance areas and hard floors to include lunch/break room and locker room.

ii. Empty, clean, and line all waste cans.

iii. Empty and damp wipe ash trays and urns at the outside entrance. Each receptacle should be free of the litter associated with cigarette smoking as well as gum, paper wrappers, etc.

iv. Damp wipe all vending machines. Clean (with glass cleaner) all glass surfaces.

v. Clean and damp wipe all chairs, wall pictures and wall clocks.

vi. Clean and polish the light switches, door handles and push plates throughout the facility.

vii. Clean, polish and sanitize the four drinking fountains located throughout the facility.

viii. Clean (vacuum or dust) vents, louvers, fans, and blinds. A treated cloth should be used when necessary.

ix. Vacuum all upholstered furniture.

x. Dust and polish all employee areas to include wood surfaces, such as counter tops and desks (not moving papers, items, etc. and being extremely careful around computer equipment), telephones, chairs, tables, etc.

xi. Dust the building's common areas.

xii. Clean, organize and maintain the janitor's closet.

xiii. Prior to departing each evening/night, the contractor shall ensure that all blinds are closed, all lights in the building are turned-off and all doors are locked.

A.3.3 Public Restrooms

(a) General

i. Sweep the outside entrance areas to men's and women's restrooms.

ii. Clean restrooms to include walls, partitions, mop floors, sinks and toilets/urinals with germicide disinfectant.

iii. Clean and polish all glass, mirrored, and stainless-steel areas with appropriate cleansers.

iv. Furnish and fill soap dispenser, toilet paper and paper towel holders.

v. Empty, clean, sanitize, and line all waste cans.

vi. Pour all mop and/or cleaning water down the floor drains. The sink shall not be used as a drain. Clean and seal the floor drains.

A.3.4 Daily Cleaning

1. Empty, Clean & Line all waste cans.

2. Clean (with glass cleaner) all glass surfaces.

3. Clean Interior / Exterior Lobby Doors. Clean/ Polish with glass cleaner.

4. Clean glass area on doors at employee entrance.

5. Clean & damp-wipe all tables, chairs, wall pictures and wall clocks.

6. Clean & Polish all light switches, door handles and push plates.

7. Vacuum all upholstered furniture.

8. Vacuum Carpet & Rug Areas

9. Clean, organize and maintain the Janitor's closet.

10. Sweep & Wet Mop Tile Floors

11. Sweep & Wet mop all restroom and lobby floors.

12. Empty & Clean trash cans.

13. Clean walls, partitions, floors, sinks & toilets / urinals with germicide disinfectant.

14. Clean & Polish all glass, mirrored and stainless-steel areas with appropriate cleansers.

15. Clean Interior / Exterior Lobby Doors and sliding glass doors. Clean & Polish with glass cleaner.

16. Furnish & Fill soap dispensers, toilet paper, paper towels, sanitary napkins, sanitary bags & urinal mats.

17. Empty, Clean, Sanitize & Line all waste cans.

18. Clean Floor Drains.

19. Clean & damp-wipe all tables, chairs, wall pictures and wall clocks.

20. Clean & Polish all light switches, door handles and push plates.

21. Clean, organize and maintain the Janitor's closet.

22. Clean Restrooms:

a. Clean & Polish all glass, mirrored and stainless-steel areas with appropriate cleansers.

b. Clean walls, partitions, floors, sinks & toilets / urinals with germicide disinfectant. Clean Floor Drains

c. Furnish & fill soap dispensers, toilet paper, paper towels, sanitary napkins and urinal mats.

d. Empty, Clean, Sanitize & Line all waste cans.

A.3.5 Weekly Cleaning

1. Clean Vents & Windowsills - Vacuum or dust vents, Window Treatment (shades) with treated cloth, as needed.

2. Clean Baseboards

3. Clean Interior Corners, Walls, Doors and Windows of Cobwebs & Dust.

A.3.6 Quarterly Cleaning

· The Cleaning of All Window Treatments (Shades)

Semi Annual Cleaning

1. Strip & Seal Vinyl Tile Floors to include the stone floor in the lunchroom in the Administration Building.

2. Clean all Windows (inside and outside)

3. Clean carpet area

A.4 COVID-9 Service Options CLINS A.4.1 Optional Deep Clean Service #1 - MAINTAIN SAFE PRACTICES such as frequent handwashing, wearing masks, and staying home if you are sick.

CONTINUE PRACTICES THAT REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR EXPOSURE.

Maintain social distancing, staying six feet away from others. Reduce sharing of common spaces and frequently touched objects.

· Wear disposable gloves to clean and disinfect and discard after use or use reusable gloves that are dedicated only for cleaning and disinfecting. Always wash hands after removing gloves.

· Clean any dirty surfaces using soap and water first, then use disinfectant.

· Cleaning with soap and water reduces the number of germs, dirt, and impurities on the surface. Disinfecting kills any remaining germs on surfaces, which further reduces any risk of spreading infection.

· Practice routine cleaning and disinfection of frequently touched surfaces. More frequent cleaning and disinfection may be required based on level of use.

· Surfaces and objects in public places, such as shopping carts, point of sale keypads, pens, counters, vending machines, and ATMs should be cleaned and disinfected before each use or as much as possible.

· Other high touch surfaces include: Tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks.

A.4.2 Optional Disinfection Service #2: Disinfect with a disinfectant on EPA List N: Disinfectants for Coronavirus (COVID-19) . Follow the instructions on the label to ensure safe and effective use of the product. Many products recommend:

· Keeping surface wet with disinfectant for a period of time (see product label).

· Precautions such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation while using the product.

Use chemical disinfectants safely! Always read and follow the directions on the label of cleaning and disinfection products to ensure safe and effective use.

· Wear gloves and consider glasses or goggles for potential splash hazards to eyes

· Ensure adequate ventilation (for example, open windows)

· Use only the amount recommended on the label

· Use water at room temperature for dilution (unless stated otherwise on the label)

· Label diluted cleaning solutions

· Store and use chemicals out of the reach of visiting children

· Do not mix products or chemicals

· Do not eat, drink, breathe, or inject cleaning and disinfection products into your body or apply directly to your skin as they can cause serious harm

A.5 CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

A.5.1 Contracting Officer: Administration of this contract will be by the Contracting Officer (CO), National Cemetery Administration Contracting, 18454 Joplin Road. Triangle, VA. 22172

A.5.2 COR: The VA Contracting Officer will delegate one or more representatives to serve as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The COR is responsible for providing contract oversight and technical guidance to Contractor, placing orders for services, certification of invoices and overseeing technical aspects of the contract. The COR is not authorized to add, modify, delete, or otherwise change any of the costs, specifications, provisions, requirements, terms or conditions of the contract and delivery orders issued under the contract. All administrative functions remain with the VA Contracting Officer.

A.5.3 Site Manager: The Contractor shall provide a “Site Manager” for directing, overseeing and coordinating the work involved. Communication by the Site Manager with the COR (or designee) is strongly encouraged. The Contractor shall furnish a copy of the contract specifications to the Site Manager and each employee performing work under the contract to ensure they are completely familiar with the requirements. Any damage to cemetery property, structures or grounds caused by the Contractor and/or its personnel shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractor’s expense, as directed by the COR.

A.6 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

The Contractor is responsible for the ethical conduct of its employees. These standards and regulations are enforceable under Title 38, U.S.C. Section 218. Contractor personnel shall adhere to the following standards of dress and conduct while performing work in Long Island National Cemetery:

(a) Contractor shall maintain satisfactory conduct and work performance of its personnel including administering disciplinary action when determined necessary. It will be at the discretion of the COR to initiate immediate removal of Contractor personnel from cemetery grounds if conduct standards are not adhered to during contract performance.

(b) Contractor shall remove his/her employee from the cemetery for cause to include but not limited to willful misconduct and/or unacceptable performance of the work required under the contract. Misconduct shall form the basis for immediate contract enforcement action, to include immediate removal from the cemetery.

(c) Contractor-furnished personnel, supplies, services, equipment and materials, including personnel provided and necessary for contract performance shall be fully compliant with applicable OSHA, Federal, State, County and local ordinance laws & regulations. The Contractor is responsible for training its personnel regarding safety precautions and procedures prescribed by OSHA Standards.

(d) Contractor personnel appearance and conduct shall be professional and unobtrusive at all times. Questions from cemetery visitors shall be politely referred or directed to cemetery personnel.

(e) Shirts, T-shirts, long pants, neat jeans or walking shorts are permissible. Contractor personnel shall be fully clothed at all times, to include an upper garment to cover the body from waist to neck. Tank tops as an outer garment are prohibited, as well as any garments which display messages or slogans.

(f) It is expected that personnel will conduct themselves in a respectful manner, not engaging in loud boisterous behavior or use profane or abusive or otherwise inappropriate language. Radios and/or video or otherwise electronic games / devices are not permitted while performing work on the grounds of the cemetery.

(g) Consume food and beverages only within areas designated by the COR(s). Use of intoxicating beverages and/or drugs is strictly prohibited. Contractor personnel shall not eat or drink beverages except water or non-alcoholic beverages while in the work area. The use of intoxicating beverages and/or drugs on cemetery premises is strictly prohibited and a violation of Federal Law and will not be tolerated.

(h) Contractor personnel shall take all necessary precautions to prevent damage to cemetery property, structures and grounds during performance of this contract. The Contractor shall be liable for replacement costs for property damaged because of actions by Contractor personnel. There is no limitation on the Contractor’s liability. In no event shall the Government indemnify and hold harmless the Contractor from any or all damages and expenses of any kind for harm incurred by the Contractor, or from all damages, expenses, or claims, which may arise from third party claims.

A.7 USE OF CEMETERY FACILITIES

(a) The Government shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of Contractor items, nor shall free telephone service be provided. Contractor shall be responsible for acceptable standards of housekeeping and custodial maintenance of cemetery facilities used by Contractor's employees.

(b) Parking is not a condition or term of this contract. However, when local conditions are such that parking is permitted, Contractor employees may park privately owned vehicles in the area designated for parking by the COR.

(c) The Contractor will be responsible for safely handling any chemicals, cleaning solutions, etc. in accordance with manufacturers recommendations. An MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) is required for all chemicals and cleaning solutions used in performance of this contract.

(d) Electricity and water will be furnished by the Government.

A.8 SAFETY & SECURITY

(a) The Contractor shall, at all times, exercise care and caution in performing the duties describes in the statement of work so as not cause injury to themselves or others persons.

(b) The Contractor shall perform the assigned task and duties in a safe manner in accordance with VA, NCS, and OSHA regulations and policies.

(c) The Contractor shall indemnify to protect itself, and render the United States Government, its employees, agents, and representatives, harmless from any liability resulting from personal injury arising out of performance of the work contained herein.

(d) The Contractor shall possess and maintain all necessary insurance, licenses and permits required for contract performance. Contractor is responsible for any injury to himself/herself, his/her employees, as well as for any damage to personal or public property that occurs during the performance of this contract that is caused by his/her employees’ fault or negligence, and shall maintain personal liability and property damage insurance having coverage for a limit as required by the laws of the State of Alabama.

(e) Reporting "on-the-job" Injuries: The Contractor is required to report all "on-the-job" injuries incurred by the Contractor, its agents or employees, resulting from performance of this contract. Contractor will notify the COR (either orally or via telephone) within twenty-four (24) hours of the injury and provide details and exact location of the incident. This will be followed up by a written notice to the COR. Any Contractor (including its agents and employees) that knowingly files a false claim may be criminally prosecuted.

A.9 FEDERAL HOLIDAYS

*Additional cleaning of public restrooms will be required on Memorial Day, Veterans Day, 4th of July, and Thanksgiving due to the cemetery receiving higher visitation.

All work required under this contract will be performed during normal cemetery hours of operation. With the exception of the holidays listed above, work is normally not conducted on Federal holidays. The following is a list of all Federal holidays:

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS: Interested Offerors MUST be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov and must compete the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) at http://www.sam.gov prior to the solicitation closing date. Failure to comply will result in the offeror being considered Non-Responsive. Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) socio-economic category concerns MUST have an active/current registration with the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) and the Verification Case Management System (VCMS) via www.vip.vetbiz.gov (VetBiz.Gov) Interested Offerors who do not have a current/active Sam account registration or whom are not certified in VIP will be considered non-responsive.

REGISTRATION WITH VENDOR PORTAL: All Interested Offerors must be registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs eCMS Vendor Portal at https://www.vendorportal.ecms.va.gov . Offerors who require registration shall proceed to the Vendor Portal’s Login section and shall click on Request a user account to register. In the event an Offeror is unable to submit a Quote/Proposal through the vendor portal domain, prior to the Quote/Proposal closing date, contact the VAAS helpdesk at 1-877-634-3739, or via email at VA.Acquisition.Systems@va.gov. If an Offeror is still having difficulties in submitting a proposal via the Vendor Portal the contracting officer/Specialist may accept an Offeror’s Quote/Proposal via email under the following circumstances:

1. Offeror must provide evidence that an email discussions or verbal discussion with the VAAS helpdesk could not resolve registration issues.

2. Offerors must meet the time constraints as set forth in the solicitation.

Submitted Quotes/proposals via email without set requirements may be considered nonresponsive. All Quote/Proposals transmissions and uploads submitted via the Vendor Portal or via email are due as specified in this solicitation. Late or incomplete Quotes may also be considered nonresponsive. Additionally, prospective offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) website and complete representations and certifications at https://www.sam.gov.

QUOTATION PREPARATON INSTRUCTIONS: Offerors shall submit quotes in four (4) separate volumes and in Adobe Acorbat (.pdf) format. Offerors who fail to provide Volumes A through D will result in the Contractor being considered non-responsive.

Company Information (Volume A) The following information shall be included in Volume A:

· Legal Business/Company Name (as listed in www.sam.gov)

· Complete Company Address (No P.O. Boxes)

· Duns Number

· Company Point of Contract Name and Title

· Telephone Number

· Email Address

· Company Capabilities Statement

· One (1) Signed Copy of all Solicitation Amendments

· One (1) Copy of Completed FAR Clause 52.223-3 “Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data” (if applicable).

· One (1) copy of Completed FAR Provisions 52.212-3 “Certifications and Representations” or indicate whether contractor has completed the annual representation and certifications electronically at www.sam.gov (copy of current SAM status)

Technical Proposal (Volume B) The following shall be included as part of the Offeror’s technical submission, Volume B:

· Company relevant experience descriptions

· Managerial & Technical Qualifications of Key Personal to include Resumes

· Relevant work qualifications of proposed sub-contractor and approximate percentage of work subcontractors will perform. Interested Offerors shall reference VAAR 852.219-10

· Work Plan/Staffing Plan to accomplish the required services to include man hours, methodology, list of equipment/vehicles to be used, licenses, permits and insurance information.

Past Performance (Volume C) The following shall be included as part of the Offeror’s Past Performance submission, Volume C:

· Past performance Questionnaire (Attachment D) from at least three (3) references in the last five (5) years. Past Performance information provided must be similar or somewhat similar to the required service(s). Interested Offeror shall list any National Cemetery Administration (NCA) contracts currently working or previously worked first followed by Non-NCA contracts.

Pricing (Volume D) The following information shall be included in Volume D

· Proposed pricing shall be submitted on the Price/Cost Schedule of Services (Attachment A)

EVALUATION PROCESS: The Government intends to award a Base and 4 Option Year - Firm Fixed Price - Standalone Contract resulting from this Solicitation to the responsible Offeror whose Offer/Quote provides the best benefit to the Government, price and other factors considered. Quotations/Offers will be evaluated by performing a comparative evaluation in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) to determine which response represents the “best” as a whole.

Quotations/Offerors will be evaluated by performing a direct comparison of one Quotation/Offer with another in a uniform manner to determine which Quotation/Offer provides the government with its needs, as identified in the RFQ. The government reserves the right to consider a response that Quotes or Offers more than the minimum and select that response if it provides a benefit to the government. The government has the discretion to accept other than the lowest priced Quoter/Offer that provides additional benefits. The government also has the discretion to make an award based on whether the lowest priced of the quotations/Quotations having the highest past performance rating possible represents the best benefit to the government.

Technical Approach and Understanding of the Work:

Offer shall be evaluated in accordance with the criteria contained in the Statement of Work and on how well the technical approach meets the Government requirements. Technical approach will be evaluated for the following:

1. Demonstrate experience in performing this requirement.

2. Demonstrate Key Personal have the managerial and technical qualifications in performing this requirement.

3. Demonstrate Work Plan/Staffing Plan is suitable in performing this service

Past Performance:

Past performance shall be evaluated based on the Offer’s technical qualifications on projects within the last 5 years that are comparable in size, complexity, and scope. Past Performance information shall be obtained by the following methods.

1. The Contracting Officer’s knowledge of previous experience with the supply or service being acquired;

2. Customer past performance questionnaire replies

3. The Governmentwide Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) at www.ppirs.gov or;

4. Any other reasonable basis.

Price: Proposed price will be evaluated for Fairness and Reasonableness.

SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT CLAUSES:

*Quoters must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at www.sam.gov in accordance with FAR 52.212-3 “Quoters Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items.” If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

The following solicitation clauses apply to this acquisition:

FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (OCT 2018) Addendum to FAR 52.212-4

http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/index.asp (VAAR)

FAR Clauses

FAR 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity (OCT 1995)

VAAR Clauses

VAAR 852.211-72 Technical Industry Standards (NOV 2018) VAAR 852.212-70 Provisions and Clauses Applicable to VA Acquisition of Commercial Items (APR 2020) VAAR 852.212-70 Provisions and Clauses Applicable to VA Acquisition of Commercial Items (APR 2020) VAAR 852.203-70 Commercial Advertising.

VAAR 852.215-70 Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Business Evaluation Factors.

VAAR 852.270-1 Representatives of Contracting Officers.

VAAR 852.219-74 Limitations on Subcontracting VAAR 852.237-75 Key Personnel

(End of Addendum to 52.212-4)

FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (NOV 2020)

FAR Provisions

FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (JUN 2020)

Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 - Show full text FAR provisions followed by VAAR provisions in numeric order. List all provisions incorporated by reference in numeric order under 52.252-1 (see below), starting first with FAR and followed by VAAR.

FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) [fill in as follows]…………………………………………..[F][P] http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html (FAR) and http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/index.asp (VAAR) FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management (OCT 2018) [all solicitations except when conditions at FAR 4.1102(a) apply] FAR 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (AUG 2020) FAR 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018) FAR 52.217-3 [if FAR 52.212-2 is used, delete options paragraph] FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest (SEPT 2006) [over SAT]

VAAR Provisions

VAAR 852.252-70 Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008)

(End of Addendum to 52.212-1)

FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (OCT 2014) FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (NOV 2020)

1. Class Deviation JUL 2020 implementing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), CAAC Letter 2020-05 was added to the effected clauses. This was promulgated by memorandum from Executive Director, Office of Acquisition and Logistics (003A), and Senior Procurement Executive dated August 17, 2020.

See attached document: Wage Determination- Russell County.

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