70B03C19R00000002_-_Amendment_One_-_Q&A_Document_102418.pdf

70B03C18R00000002 – USBP Transportation of Seized Goods

Amendment One - Questions and Answers (10/24/2018):

1. Does the contractor own the transportation hauling or can it be an owner operator?

Transportation shall be provided by the Contractor. Only Contractor personnel vetted and cleared by CBP can operate the modes of transportation during events. How the contractor obtains the vehicles is left to the contractor, however they must have full license to use the vehicles for the purpose outlined in the SOW and in the manner proscribed.

2. Clearances - Most of my staff currently holds or is dormant with DOS & DOD secret and above clearances. Will this be taken into consideration or does DHS run a full background check for the public trust?

The CBP Office of Professional Responsibility will determine the level of reciprocity to be afforded each contractor on an individual basis.

3. Certifications - Is there a standard that is used or is it the basic CWP that is needed? Again I ask because most of my staff are certified Department of State Diplomatic Security Service individuals. Will this suffice as all of them are highly experienced in mobile protection in high threat environments?

Whereas a contractor with former DSS credentials may be satisfactory in terms of skillset, the contractor must meet credentialing requirements in the states of Texas, New Mexico and Arizona to be able to act as armed guards for the purpose of transport. It is up to the contractor to make sure they meet the legal requirements in the states in which they are required to operate.

4. Who is the incumbent?

This is a new requirement for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

5. What is the incumbent hourly billing rate?

6. What is the incumbent yearly billing rate?

7. What make, model, and size vehicles does this project require?

As per the SOW, a closed bed vehicle capable of moving palletized loads of narcotics up to 4,000 lbs.

8. How many vehicles does this project require?

The contractor should provide as many vehicles as necessary to be able to accomplish the Tasks as outlined. Currently that is 3 events per week per location listed in the SOW. Locations may not always require a pickup, but the contractor must be able to accomplish each event as listed in the SOW.