RFP 47QACA26R0306 - Risk Management Financial Analysis 09 18 2026.pdf

COMBINED SYNOPSIS AND SOLICITATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

47QACA26R0306:

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.

Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 47QACA26R0306 is issued as a request for proposal (RFP), for The

Small Business Administration (SBA), the Office of Capital Access (OCA), Office of

Credit Risk Management (OCRM), is seeking for a single-award indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to obtain non-personal services. The contract is for a base year and four option years. Task Orders will be issued on a labor-hours (LH) basis using the Contractor’s fully loaded labor-hour rates, applicable labor categories, and required level of effort.

This acquisition is a competitive set-aside restricted to SBA-certified Women-Owned Small

Businesses (WOSB) under NAICS code 541611.

This is a 100% set-aside restricted to responsible SBA-certified Women-Owned Small

Businesses (WOSB) participating in the WOSB Federal Contract Program. Offerors must be currently certified as WOSBs in the SBA WOSB certification system at the time of proposal submission and at the time of award.

(ii) Please see Attachment A SF 1449 and Attachment B pricing sheet of the solicitation for the list of contract line item(s) and estimated quantities (including option(s) for this requirement).

(iii) The Contractor shall provide personnel with the ability to augment the SBA's workforce and support OCRM at its Headquarters office in Washington, D.C.

Personnel provided shall support OCRM's activities, to include but not limited to:

● Delegated Authority Management: Collection, inspection, analysis for delegated authority renewals, nominations, add-ons and re-delegations

● -Risk Diagnostics: Execution of Desktop Reviews, comprehensive financial analysis and diagnostic activities to assess 7(a) Lender risk.

● Operational Systems Proficiency: Utilization of federal systems, specifically the

Lender Portal and the Capital Access Financial System (CAFS).

● Preparation of Internal Correspondence: Preparation of data, reports, and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders.

● Provide assistance with 7(a) loan transfers, invoice resolution, and maintenance of risk identification protocols generation of deliverables to identify SBA Lenders that are, or should be, subject to increased supervision and/or enforcement actions

(iv) The anticipated period of performance is November 6, 2026 through November 5, 2027 (not including the four (4) one-year option periods). The Risk Management

Support Services will be provided at the location:

Small Business Administration Headquarters

409 3rd St. SW

Washington, DC 20416

(v) The solicitation and incorporated provisions are those in effect the date of posting and are provided in Section I and K. Please note that GSA is using overhauled FAR parts from the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in accordance with GSA deviations. This solicitation incorporates provisions by reference. The full text of provisions may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide. If your firm is interested in this acquisition, you may participate by submitting your response in accordance with the requirements and instructions contained herein.

The Government is not liable for any expenses incurred by the offeror in developing and submitting proposals for this RFP.

(vi) Offerors shall submit all technical questions concerning this request for proposal in writing by e-mail to bertha.russell@gsa.gov. All questions must be submitted via email and received no later than 9 am Eastern Standard Time on September 14, 2026.

Answers will be provided in the form of an amendment and posted in SAM.gov for all vendors to view. No further questions will be accepted.

(vii) Offers are due no later than 9 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on September 29, 2026. The Government reserves the right to not accept proposals received after the closing date and time. It is the responsibility of the offeror to provide a timely submission and ensure successful delivery to the Government. Required technical and price proposal volumes must be submitted via e-mail directly to Bertha.russell@gsa.gov https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide mailto:bertha.russell@gsa.gov http://sam.gov/ mailto:Bertha.russell@gsa.gov

SECTION A SOLICITATION STANDARD FORM (SF) 1449

See Attachment A- SF1449

SECTION B – SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1. CONTRACT TYPE

This is an Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The Government will issue the first

Task Orders on a Labor-Hour basis in accordance with the terms and conditions established herein. Prices quoted shall be fully loaded (inclusive of all direct labor, fringe benefits, overhead, general and administrative expenses, and profit).

B.2 CONTRACT EFFECTIVE PERIOD

. Base Period: 365 days after date of award

. Option 1: 365 days after date of option exercise

. Option 2: 365 days after date of option exercise

. Option 3: 365 days after date of option exercise

. Option 4: 365 days after date of option exercise

B.3 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The services are to be performed at the following location:

U.S. Small Business Administration Headquarters office at 409 3rd Street SW, Washington, DC 20416, or as specified in each individual Task Order.

B.4 MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM CONTRACT AMOUNTS

The minimum amount for a Task Order is $5,000.00. The maximum amount for a Task Order is

$1.5 million. Task Orders may be proposed that are for less than the minimum or more than the maximum, and the Contractor may choose (but is not required) to accept them.

For all Task Orders placed pursuant to this IDIQ Contract, the maximum total amount that will be ordered for the entire period of performance (base year and any exercised option years) is estimated to be $9.5 million. The Government’s guaranteed minimum total amount under the IDIQ that may be ordered is to be

$25,000.00.

B.5 TASK ORDER PRICING

Each Task Order issued under this IDIQ shall identify the specific labor categories, estimated hours, and labor-hour ceilings applicable to the requested performance outcome. The Contractor shall not exceed the funded amount of any Task Order without prior written modification from the Contracting Officer.

B.6 PRICING SHEET

The Contractor shall provide the labor categories listed on the Pricing Sheet at the rates established for the

Base Year and four (4) Option Years. See Attachment B (Excel Spreadsheet).

Contractor Note: Rates must include all indirect costs and profit.

B.7 PERFORMANCE OF SERVICES

Contractor employees shall perform services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and applicable Appendices. Services are provided on a non-personal services basis. All labor rates established in the Price Schedule are fully loaded to include all costs associated with the provision of on-site support as defined in the PWS, including compliance with HSPD-12 and security clearance requirements.

SECTION C DESCRIPTION, SPECIFICATIONS, AND PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

(PWS)

See Attachment C – Risk Management FINAL PWS 2026 09 18

SECTION D – PACKAGING AND MARKING RESERVED

SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 Inspection of Services

Inspection of all services and deliverables shall be performed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR). The Government reserves the right to inspect, review, and evaluate the services performed and all deliverables submitted at any time.

E.2 Acceptance of Deliverables

(a) The COR shall have ten (10) business days from the receipt of a deliverable to review and provide written notification of acceptance or rejection. If the COR fails to provide such notice within ten (10) business days, the deliverable shall be deemed accepted.

(b) In the event of rejection, the COR shall provide specific, written comments detailing the deficiencies.

The Contractor shall correct the deficiencies and resubmit the deliverable within five (5) business days, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by the COR.

E.3 Acceptance Criteria

Acceptance of all services and deliverables is contingent upon the following:

● Completeness: All required sections, data, and analyses must be included.

● Accuracy: All financial data and risk-based findings must be validated and free of material error.

● Compliance: Deliverables must adhere to the formatting and regulatory requirements specified in the

PWS and the individual Task Order.

● Timeliness: Submission must occur on or before the due date established in the Task Order schedule.

E.4 Final Acceptance

Final acceptance for each Task Order will be signified by the COR’s electronic sign-off or written notice of completion once all deliverables have been reviewed and accepted and all services have been performed to the satisfaction of the Government.

SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 Period of Performance

The term of this IDIQ contract shall consist of one (1) twelve-month Base Year and four (4) twelve-month Option Years. The period of performance for individual Task Orders issued hereunder shall be specified within each Task Order. No Task Order shall be issued with a period of performance extending beyond the expiration of the base IDIQ contract.

Base: 11/06/2026 to 11/05/2027

Option I: 11/06/2027 to 11/05/2028

Option II: 11/06/2028 to 11/05/2029

Option III: 11/06/2029 to 11/05/2030

Option IV: 11/06/2030 to 11/05/2031

F.2 Place of Performance

Services shall be performed at the US Small Business Association, Office of Capital Access (OCA), Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) Headquarters at 409 3rd Street SW, Washington, DC 20416, or as specified in each individual Task Order.

F.3 Deliverables

All deliverables shall be submitted in accordance with the schedule specified in the applicable Task

Order. Unless otherwise specified, all reports shall be submitted electronically to the Contracting

Officer’s Representative (COR).

F.4 Notice of Delay

In the event that the Contractor encounters any difficulty in meeting performance requirements or anticipates difficulty in complying with the delivery schedule, the Contractor shall immediately notify the

Contracting Officer (CO) and the COR in writing. This notification does not constitute a waiver of the delivery schedule or any other contractual requirements.

F.5 Non-Personal Services

The Government and the Contractor understand that the services to be performed under this contract by the

Contractor are non-personal services. The Contractor is an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of the Government.

SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

The Contracting Officer will appoint a COR to provide technical direction and monitor performance.

The COR’s authority is limited to technical oversight and does not include the authority to:

1. Make any agreement or commitment that results in a change in the price, terms, or conditions of the contract or Task Order.

2. Direct the Contractor to perform work beyond the scope of the Task Order.

3. Commit the Government to any financial obligation.

G.2 Payment Procedures

(a) The Contractor shall submit all invoices electronically through the GSA Finance Center (or the current designated invoicing portal, e.g., the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)).

(b) Invoices shall include the Accounting Document Number (ADN) provided on the Task Order.

(c) The Contractor shall receive payments through electronic funds transfer (EFT). The Contractor is responsible for ensuring their EFT information is current in the System for Award Management

(SAM).

G.3 Invoice Requirements In addition to the requirements of the Prompt Payment Clause (FAR 52.232-25), each invoice must include:

1. Contract and Task Order Number.

2. The period of performance covered by the invoice.

3. Detailed breakdown of labor hours, including labor categories, rates, and total costs.

4. A unique invoice number and date.

5. A statement signed by an authorized representative certifying the work was performed.

G.4 Employee Identification/Building Access

(a) The Contractor shall ensure that all employees requiring access to Government facilities obtain the necessary PIV/Building Pass prior to entering on duty.

(b) The Contractor shall return all passes to the COR immediately upon dismissal, termination, or contract completion.

(c) All employees must carry their passes while in the building and present them for inspection upon request by SBA, building security personnel or the COR.

G.5 Correspondence

All formal correspondence, including task order proposals, reports, and invoices, shall reference the

IDIQ contract Number TBD and the applicable Task Order Number.

SECTION H – SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI)

The Contractor shall be ineligible for award of a contract or task order if a conflict of interest exists that cannot be mitigated. Because the services under this contract involve risk management and financial analysis of lending institutions, the Contractor shall proactively identify and disclose any financial or business relationships with entities currently under review or audit by the Government. Failure to disclose such conflicts is grounds for termination for default. (See FAR Clause 9.5 and Attachment F

OCI Form)

H.2 Key Personnel

The Government considers the following positions to be "Key Personnel":

● Project Manager

● On-Site Supervisor

The Contractor shall not divert, replace, or substitute any Key Personnel without the prior written consent of the Contracting Officer (CO). Requests for substitution must be submitted in writing at least

30 days in advance and include the qualifications of the proposed replacement, demonstrating qualifications equal to or exceeding those of the incumbent.

H.3 Security and Access to Government Facilities

The Contractor shall comply with all Agency-specific HSPD-12 and personal identity verification (PIV) requirements. Access to Government information systems—specifically the Capital Access Financial

System (CAFS) and the SBA Lender Portal—is contingent upon passing a Tier 2 background investigation. The Contractor shall ensure all staff performing these tasks maintain the required security clearance level throughout the life of the contract.

H.4 Task Order Ordering Procedures

All task orders will be issued by the Contracting Officer. Task orders will follow a "Fair Opportunity" process (or as otherwise specified in FAR 16.505). Each task order will identify the specific scope, deliverables, performance period, and Labor-Hour (LH) pricing structure.

H.5 Non-Personal Services

The Government and the Contractor understand that the services to be performed under this contract by the Contractor are non-personal services. The Contractor is an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of the Government.

H.6 Publicity and Release of Information

The Contractor shall not release any information, data, or reports developed under this contract to any outside party (including media or research institutions) without the express written approval of the

Contracting Officer. This restriction includes any mention of the contract in company marketing materials or press releases.

SECTION I – CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS COMMERCIAL ITEMS

I.1 FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide.

I.2 Clauses Applicable to this Solicitation

The following clauses are incorporated by reference or provided in full text, as applicable to this

IDIQ contract:

● 52.204-7: System for Award Management

● 52.204-13: System for Award Management Maintenance

● 52.204-19: Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications

● 52.204-21: Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information SystemsOIC

● 52.204-24: Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or

Equipment

● 52.204-25: Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

● 52.204-26: Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Service Representation

● 52.209-6: Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors

Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment

● 52.212-4: Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services

● 52.215-1: Instructions to Offerors - Competitive Acquisition

● 52.216-18: Ordering

● 52.216-19: Order Limitations

● 52.216-22: Indefinite Quantity

● 52.222-41: Service Contract Labor Standards (Note: The applicable Wage Determination will be incorporated at the Task Order level per your PWS 4.2)

● 52.222-43: Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price

Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts)

● 52.224-1: Privacy Act Notification

● 52.224-2: Privacy Act

● 52.224-3: Privacy Training https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide

● 52.227-14: Rights in Data-General

● 52.229-3: Federal, State, and Local Taxes

● 52.232-7: Payments under Time-and-Materials and Labor-Hour Contracts

● 52.232-22: Limitation of Funds

● 52.232-23: Assignment of Claims

● 52.232-39: Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations

● 52.232-40: Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors

● 52.233-3: Protest After Award

● 52.233-4: Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim

● 52.242-4: Certification of Final Indirect Costs

● 52.242-13: Bankruptcy

● 52.242-15 Stop Work Order

● 52.243-3: Changes-Time-and-Materials or Labor-Hours

● 52.244-2: Subcontracts

● 52.244-6: Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services

● 52.245-1: Government Property

● 52.246-6 Inspection-Time-and-Material and Labor-Hour

52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial

Services (Deviation Date). As prescribed in 12.205(b)(3), insert the following clause:

Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Deviation Date)

(a) Definitions. The clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated by reference.

(b) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post acceptance rights—

(1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered; and

(2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item.

(c) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any

Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727).

However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

(d) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

(e) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71, Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal, or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause

FAR 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated in this contract by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence.

Examples of occurrences include acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. When an excusable delay occurs, the

Contractor shall—

(1) Notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as possible;

(2) Remedy the delay as quickly as possible; and

(3) Notify the Contracting Officer when the occurrence is over.

(g) Invoice. The Government will handle invoices according to the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C.

3903) and 5 CFR part 1315. The Contractor shall submit invoices to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include the information required by 5 CFR part

1315.9(b).

(h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees, and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark, or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) Payment—

(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract.

(2) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment

Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(3) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to have been made on the date that appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.

(4) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the Contractor shall— http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title31-section3903&num=0&edition=prelim

(i) Remit the overpayment amount to the payment office cited in the contract along with a description of the overpayment including the—

(A) Circumstances of the overpayment (e.g., duplicate payment, erroneous payment, liquidation errors, date(s) of overpayment);

(B) Affected contract number and delivery order number, if applicable;

(C) Affected line item or subline item, if applicable;

(D) Contractor point of contact; and

(ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer.

(5) Interest.

(i) All amounts that become payable by the Contractor to the Government under this contract shall bear simple interest from the date due until paid unless paid within 30 days of becoming due. The interest rate shall be the interest rate established by the Secretary of the Treasury as provided in 41

U.S.C. 7109, which is applicable to the period in which the amount becomes due, as provided in

(i)(6)(v) of this clause, and then at the rate applicable for each six-month period as fixed by the

Secretary until the amount is paid.

(ii) The Government may issue a demand for payment to the Contractor upon finding a debt is due under the contract.

(iii) Final decisions. The Contracting Officer will issue a final decision as required by FAR part 33 if–

(A) The Contracting Officer and the Contractor are unable to reach agreement on the existence or amount of a debt within 30 days;

(B) The Contractor fails to liquidate a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer within the timeline specified in the demand for payment unless the amounts were not repaid because the

Contractor has requested an installment payment agreement; or

(C) The Contractor requests a deferment of collection on a debt previously demanded by the

Contracting Officer (see FAR part 32).

(iv) If a demand for payment was previously issued for the debt, the demand for payment included in the final decision shall identify the same due date as the original demand for payment.

(v) Amounts shall be due at the earliest of the following dates:

(A) The date fixed under this contract.

(B) The date of the first written demand for payment, including any demand for payment resulting from a termination for cause.

(vi) The interest charge shall be computed for the actual number of calendar days involved beginning on the due date and ending on-

(A) The date on which the designated office receives payment from the Contractor;

(B) The date of issuance of a Government check to the Contractor from which an amount otherwise payable has been withheld as a credit against the contract debt; or

(C) The date on which an amount withheld and applied to the contract debt would otherwise have become payable to the Contractor.

(vii) The interest charge made under this clause may be reduced under the procedures for interest credits prescribed in FAR part 32 in effect on the date of this contract.

(j) Risk of loss. Unless the contract specifically provides otherwise, risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this contract shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the

Government upon—

(1) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b. origin; or

(2) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination.

(k) Taxes. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties.

(l) Termination for the Government’s convenience. The Government reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for its sole convenience. In the event of such termination, the Contractor shall immediately stop all work and shall immediately cause any and all of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease work. Subject to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the Contractor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Government using its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination. The Contractor shall not be required to comply with the cost accounting standards or contract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph does not give the

Government any right to audit the Contractor’s records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or costs incurred which reasonably could have been avoided.

(m) Termination for cause. The Government may terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by the Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract terms and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request, with adequate assurances of future performance. The Government will send a cure notice to the Contractor, unless the reason for the termination is late delivery. In the event of termination for cause, the Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any amount for supplies or services not accepted, and the Contractor shall be liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by law. If it is determined that the Government improperly terminated this contract for default, such termination shall be deemed a termination for convenience.

(n) Title. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to items furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical possession.

(o) Warranty. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered under this contract are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

(p) Limitation of liability. Except as otherwise provided by an express warranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in accepted items.

(q) Compliance with laws unique to Government contracts. The Contractor agrees to comply with 31 U.S.C.

1352 relating to limitations on the use of appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracts; 40 U.S.C.

chapter 37, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards; 41 U.S.C. chapter 87, Kickbacks; 49 U.S.C. 40118, Government-financed air transportation; and 41 U.S.C. chapter 21 relating to procurement integrity.

(r) Order of precedence. Any inconsistencies in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

(1) The schedule of supplies/services;

(2) The Disputes, Payments, Invoice, Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts, and

Unauthorized Obligations paragraphs of this clause;

(3) Other contract clauses incorporated in the solicitation or contract;

(4) Addenda to this solicitation or contract;

(5) Solicitation provisions incorporated in the solicitation;

(6) Other paragraphs of this clause;

(7) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments; and

(8) The specification.

(s) Unauthorized obligations.

(1) Except as stated in paragraph (s)(2) of this clause, when any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to any End User License Agreement (EULA), Terms of Service (TOS), or similar legal instrument or agreement, that includes any clause requiring the Government to indemnify the Contractor or any person or entity for damages, costs, fees, or any other loss or liability that would create an Anti-

Deficiency Act violation (31 U.S.C. 1341), the following shall govern:

(i) Any such clause is unenforceable against the Government.

(ii) Neither the Government nor any Government-authorized end user shall be deemed to have agreed to such clause by virtue of it appearing in the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement. If the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement is invoked through an “I agree” click box or other comparable mechanism (e.g., “click-wrap” or “browse-wrap” agreements), execution does not bind the Government or any Government authorized end user to such clause.

(iii) Any such clause is deemed to be stricken from the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement.

(2) Paragraph (s)(1) of this clause does not apply to indemnification by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures.

(t) Comptroller General examination of record. This paragraph applies if this contract was awarded using other than sealed bid procedures and is in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold on the date of award of this contract.

(1) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized representative of the Comptroller

General, shall have access to and right to examine any of the Contractor’s directly pertinent records involving transactions related to this contract.

(2) The Contractor shall make available at its offices, at all reasonable times, the records, materials, and other evidence for examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR part 4, longer period required by statute, or periods specified in other clauses of this contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3 years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved.

(3) As used in this clause, records include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type and regardless of form. This clause does not require the Contractor to create or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(u) Incorporation by reference. The Contractor’s representations and certifications, including those completed electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM), are incorporated by reference into the contract.

(End of clause)

FAR 52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020)

(a) Any supplies and services to be furnished under this contract shall be ordered by issuance of delivery orders or task orders by the individuals or activities designated in the Schedule.

Such orders may be issued from the last day of the award through the last day of the period of performance.

(b) All delivery orders or task orders are subject to the terms and conditions of this contract. In the event of conflict between a delivery order or task order and this contract, the contract shall control.

(c) A delivery order or task order is considered "issued" when the Government deposits the order in the mail. Orders may be issued orally, by facsimile, or by electronic commerce methods only if authorized in the Schedule.

(1) If sent by mail (includes transmittal by U.S. mail or private delivery service), the Government deposits the order in the mail;

(2) If sent by fax, the Government transmits the order to the Contractor's fax number; or

(3) If sent electronically, the Government either—

(i) Posts a copy of the delivery order or task order to a Government document access system, and notice is sent to the Contractor; or

(ii) Distributes the delivery order or task order via email to the Contractor's email address.

(d) Orders may be issued by methods other than those enumerated in this clause only if authorized in the contract.

(End of clause)

FAR 52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995)

(a) Minimum order. When the Government requires supplies or services covered by this contract in an amount of less than $5,000.00, the Government is not obligated to purchase, nor is the

Contractor obligated to furnish, those supplies or services under the contract.

(b) Maximum order. The Contractor is not obligated to honor-

(1) Any order for a single item in excess of $1.5 million;

(2) Any order for a combination of items in excess of $9.5 million or

(3) A series of orders from the same ordering office within 14 days that together call for quantities exceeding the limitation in paragraph (b)(1) or (2) of this section.

(c) If this is a requirements contract (i.e., includes the Requirements clause at subsection 52.216-21 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Government is not required to order a part of any one requirement from the Contractor if that requirement exceeds the maximum-order limitations in paragraph (b) of this section.

(d) Notwithstanding paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section, the Contractor shall honor any order exceeding the maximum order limitations in paragraph (b), unless that order (or orders) is returned to the ordering office within 2 days after issuance, with written notice stating the

Contractor’s intent not to ship the item (or items) called for and the reasons. Upon receiving this notice, the Government may acquire the supplies or services from another source.

(End of clause)

FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 15 days prior to expiration.

FAR 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (March 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within

24 hours; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 30 days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 5 years.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_216_21

Section J: LIST OF ATTACHMENTS, EXHIBITS AND APPENDICES

Attachment A – Standard Form (SF) 1449

Attachment B – Price Sheet (Excel Spreadsheet) - (Attached as A Separate Document for

Offeror’s Use)

Attachment C – Performance Work Statement

Attachment D – Past Performance Questionnaire - (Attached as A Separate Document for

Offeror’s Use)

Attachment E – Wage Determination 2015 – 4281

Attachment F – Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI)

SECTION K – REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER STATEMENTS OF

OFFERORS OR

RESPONDENTS

K.1 System for Award Management (SAM) Requirement

Prospective offerors are reminded that they must be registered in SAM at the time of proposal submission, as required by FAR 52.204-7. An "Active" registration is required to be eligible for contract award.

K.2 Annual Representations and Certifications (FAR 52.204-8)

Offerors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications in the System for Award

Management (SAM) in accordance with FAR 52.204-8.

K.3 Incorporation by Reference

This contract incorporates the following provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. The full text of these provisions may be accessed electronically at [link removed].

● FAR 52.219-1: Small Business Program Representations (Basic & Alternate I)

● FAR 52.219-28: Post-Award Small Business Program Representation

K.5 FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their Full text available.

K.4 Specific Representations Required for this Solicitation

In addition to the annual representations maintained in SAM, the Offeror shall complete and submit the following as part of their proposal, if applicable:

1. Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Representation: As this solicitation is a WOSB set-aside, the offeror must maintain a current and accurate WOSB certification in the WOSB Program

Repository or SAM.gov.

2. Authorized Negotiators: The offeror shall complete and submit the "Authorized Negotiators" table provided below:

Name of Negotiator Telephone No. Email Address http://sam.gov/

SECTION L – INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. General Instructions

This acquisition is a competitive set-aside restricted to SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Businesses

(WOSB) under NAICS code 541611. Proposals must be submitted electronically.

● Submission Method: All proposals must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer, Bertha Russell, at bertha.russell@gsa.gov. (Note: Max single email size including attachments is

25MB. Any size larger will have to be sent in multiple emails. Please number any such emails so the CO will know all information has been received (i.e. Email 1 of , Email 2 of 2, etc.)

● Format: All Technical documents must be in PDF format except Price Excel spreadsheet.

● Subject Line and Document Titles: All files shall be named with the following convention: [Vendor Name]_[Solicitation number and solicitation name

(RiskMgmtSupportServices)].

● Questions: Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer no later than September 14, 2026 by 9:00 am E.S.T. No further questions will be accepted.

● In response to each factor, offerors shall provide a clear, concise, and complete description that precisely verifies the offeror’s technical understanding and capability which the offeror would utilize in order to successfully perform the requirement.

L.1 Proposal Submission and Format

The proposal shall be submitted in two (2) distinct volumes:

● Volume I: Technical Proposal

● Volume II: Price Proposal

Pricing information must be contained only in Volume II. Inclusion of any pricing information in Volume

I will render the proposal non-responsive. Proposals that fail to adhere to these volume designations or omit required documentation may be deemed non-compliant and will not be further evaluated.

All materials shall be submitted in 12-point Times New Roman font (or 11-point Arial), single-spaced, with one-inch margins on 8.5" x 11" paper.

1. Single spacing applies to body narrative only

2. Tables, charts, graphics, organizational charts, and figure captions may be single-spaced;

3. The minimum permissible font size within tables and graphics is 10-point

4. Headers and footers may appear within the one-inch margin.

Technical Proposal: All graphics, organizational charts, phase-in schedule diagrams, and other such documents, etc.

should be included in Volume I

Staffing Plans since such information as labor mix, level of effort hours but no pricing is provided in the document should be included in Volume 1. Any pricing information to include Labor hour pricing should only be included in Volume II.

mailto:bertha.russell@gsa.gov

Volume I: Technical Proposal

The Technical Proposal shall address the following factors:

Factor 1: Technical Approach and Understanding of OCRM Requirements (Max 10 Pages. Page narrative is not included in page count): Offerors shall provide a detailed narrative demonstrating a thorough understanding of the PWS requirements. This must include specific techniques and procedures to be utilized for risk-based reviews, data analysis, and program oversight. Paraphrasing the PWS or generic statements (e.g., “standard procedures will be employed”) are considered inadequate.

The narrative must demonstrate:

Core Competencies: Understanding of risk management, financial analysis, and oversight within a federal environment.

● Program Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of the SBA 7(a) Loan Program, including delegated lender authority and enforcement.

● Systems Proficiency: Technical capability to use the Lender Portal, CAFS, and other diagnostic tools for desktop reviews and data analysis.

Factor 2: Staffing, Key Personnel, and Labor Category Qualifications (Max 10 Pages. Page narrative is not included in page count): Offerors must provide a comprehensive staffing plan that demonstrates the ability to maintain uninterrupted staffing of the required positions during the

Government-identified coverage hours (0630 am to 6:00 pm EST).

● Recruitment & Retention: Describe the strategy for identifying, recruiting, and retaining qualified personnel for all labor categories (Administrative Assistant, Financial Analyst, Program Analyst I/II/III).

● Surge Capability: Procedures for managing staffing capacity during peak oversight periods (e.g., delegated authority renewals).

● Key Personnel: Provide qualifications for the Project Manager and On-Site Supervisor.

Qualifications must explicitly highlight experience relevant to PWS Sections 7.1 and 7.2

(e.g., 10+ years’ experience, contract transition management).

Factor 3: Management Work Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, and Task Order Execution (Max 10

Pages. Page narrative is not included in page count)

Offerors shall provide a comprehensive management strategy. This must include:

● Draft Management Work Plan (MWP) (Max 5 Pages): Addressing project oversight, training, recruitment, retention, and understanding of Federal Credit

Regulations/OMB guidelines.

● Draft Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) (Max 5 Pages): Addressing accuracy, timeliness of deliverables, and risk mitigation.

● Transition Plan: (Max 5 Pages) A draft Phase-In/Phase-Out plan for a seamless transition that ensures no disruption to OCRM operations.

● Execution Protocols (Max 5 Pages. Page narrative is not included in page count):

Procedures for burn-rate controls, invoice preparation, twice monthly employee reports, and response to ad-hoc risk support.

Factor 4: Relevant Experience and Past Performance (2 Pages per Relevant Project, Excluding

Attachment D. Page narrative is not included in page count): Offerors shall provide a narrative and complete the Past Performance Reference Questionnaire (Attachment D). Discussion must be limited to contracts within the last three (3) years that are similar in size, scope, and complexity. Note: Both documents, a Narrative and Past Performance Questionnaire are required.

● References: Submit a minimum of three (3) and no more than five (5) relevant projects performed within the last three (3) years from the posting of the RFP date that are similar in scope, size, and complexity to this requirement. If more than five are submitted, the Government will evaluate only the first five in the order presented. An offeror that submits fewer than three references will not be found non-compliant, but the Government will evaluate only what is submitted; an offeror with no recent, relevant past performance will be rated Neutral/Unknown confidence in accordance with

Section M.4 and FAR 15.202(c). Quantity itself is not scored; relevance, recency, and quality of performance are.

● Content: Each reference must include:

● Contract number and client point of contact (name, phone, email).

● A narrative explaining how the referenced contract relates to risk management, financial analysis, or lender oversight services.

● Documentation of the ability to manage concurrent tasks and maintain high-quality delivery standards.

● Past Performance Questionnaire: The offeror shall complete the company-specific fields on

Attachment D, pages 1-2, forward the form to each reference, and request that the reference complete and email it directly to bertha.russell@gsa.gov with the subject line prescribed on page 3 of Attachment D ("Solicitation 47QACA26R0306 - Past Performance Questionnaire - [Evaluated

Company's Name]"). (2) References are requested to submit questionnaires by the proposal due date. Offerors bear the risk of a reference's non-submission; where a questionnaire is not received.

Offeror may submit their CPARS in lieu of the Past Performance Questionnaire.

Volume II: Price Proposal

The Price Proposal shall include:

1. Cover Sheet: Identification of the offeror, solicitation number, and point of contact.

2. Completed Attachment A (SF1449) and Attachment B (Excel spreadsheet): Pricing schedule as provided in the solicitation, including a complete list of fully-loaded hourly labor rates for all labor categories (Administrative Assistant, Financial Analyst, On-Site Supervisor, and Program Analysts I, II and III) for the Base Year and four (4) Option Years. Price labor category breakdown with pricing on

Excel spread sheet Attachment B Price Sheet are to be submitted with the price proposal in volume I.

3. Pricing Narrative: A brief explanation supporting the labor-rate structure.

1. Important Note: Proposals must explicitly confirm that the costs for the Project Manager are inclusive (absorbed in general and administrative expenses) and are not billed as separately billable labor categories, in accordance with PWS Section 7.1 (Place the statement in the Pricing

Narrative.)

4. Representations & Certifications: A copy of the current SAM.gov record.

5. Eligibility: Provide proof of current SBA-certified WOSB status in the SBA certification system. Non

WOSB are not eligible for the award.

L.2 Proprietary Data

Each page containing proprietary information must be marked in strict compliance with FAR 52.215-1. A blanket statement at the front of the proposal is insufficient.

L.3 Proposal Submission Checklist

Offerors are responsible for ensuring the following mandatory documents are included:

Checklist Item Volume

Technical Approach Narrative (Factors 1-4) I

Qualifications for Key Personnel (PM/On-Site

Supervisor) I

Draft Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) I

OCI Disclosure and Mitigation Plan I

Draft Management Work Plan (MWP) I

Past Performance References (Minimum of 3) I

Draft Transition Plan I

Execution Protocols I

Staffing Plan I

Cover Sheet (POC, UEI, Amendment Acknowledgment, solicitation number)

II

SBA WOSB Certification Documentation II

Authorized Signatory Verification II

SF 1449 Attachment A II

Labor Category Excel Pricing Schedule II

Pricing Narrative (Confirming PM costs are inclusive)

II

Signed Reps & Certs II

Contracting Officer's Note on Proposal Preparation:

Offerors are advised that the Government intends to evaluate proposals and make an award without discussions.

Therefore, offerors are encouraged to submit their best and final technical and price proposals with discounts. The

Government reserves the right to hold discussions if deemed necessary.

SECTION M – EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

M.1 BASIS FOR AWARD

The Government will award an IDIQ contract and the first task order resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value to the Government. Proposals will be evaluated on their own merit against the evaluation factors established in this solicitation. The

Government intends to award to the offeror whose technical proposal provides the most advantageous solution when assessed against the criteria below.

M.2 TECHNICAL EVALUATION…