Response to Questions RFP 693JJ922R000007.pdf

Response to RFP 693JJ922R000007 Cost, Weight, and Lead Time Analysis

Question 1:

Section L.2 states that “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 the full text available.” May these be provided?

Answer 1:

Below is the link for the full-text provisions in the FAR is https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

Question 2:

Please clarify and confirm the number of potential “in-person” meetings, briefings, in addition to the kick-off meeting withing 14 days of contract award. This will be help develop an accurate cost estimate.

Answer 2:

Meetings and briefings are scheduled based on the need of the project. Teleconference will be the primary method of meeting.

Question 3:

Section L.10.3, Part III “Corporate Experience and Past Performance,” states a minimum of three relevant projects are required. Should contractor pursue this opportunity if contractor does not have relevant projects in the last five years?

Answer 3:

Yes, they should still pursue this action but state in their proposal that they do not have relevant past performance for this action.

Question 4:

What contractors in the last five years have been awarded to perform the requested services?

Answer 4:

Ricardo Strategic Consulting DTNH22-15-D-00011

Question 5:

Is there a minimum % allocation to small business participation? If so, what is the required % for the proposed statement of work?

Answer 5:

The agency goals are below:

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far

FY2022 Small

Business Goals

Prime Contracting

Subcontracting

Small Business 34.00% (pending SBA Goaling letter)

46.00% (pending SBA Goaling letter)

Small Disadvantaged Business

20.00% (pending SBA Goaling letter)

5.00%

Women Owned Small Business

5.00% 5.00%

Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

3.00% 3.00%

HUBZone 3.00% 3.00%

Veteran-Owned Small Business

3.00% 3.00%

Question 6:

Is contractor location, proximity to Washington D.C. a consideration in the selection process?

Answer 6:

See Section F.3 in the proposal.

Question 7:

Please identify/clarify optional task. Are these potential tasks to be considered in the cost estimate?

Answer 7:

No optional task has been identified/this is a base contract used to award task orders.

Question 8:

What is the total budget target for the proposed statement of work?

Answer 8:

The 5 years budget limit cannot exceed $1.6 million; the task order budget varies based on the topic and complexity of the work.

Question 9:

How many rounds of comments will be performed on the draft report?

Answer 9:

It depends and as needed.