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1 copies 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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT

THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE 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 date specified.

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13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

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

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

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

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

A. The following is provided for informational purposes only and does not amend or change the solicitation. If there is any conflict between the solicitation and this additional information, the solicitation governs.

B. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Period of Performance: 06/01/2023 to 05/31/2028

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

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

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

Joshua Clemens

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Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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

TEL: EMAIL: josh.b.clemens@fps.dhs.gov

What is FPS’ Guard Mount policy?

The Statement of Work does not have any formal guard mount requirements. Please refer to the applicable CBAs for any guard mount requirements. Further, an offeror may include guard mount at their discretion.

Are the CBAs included in the RFP the most current?

The CBAs in the solicitation are the current CBAs as confirmed by the incumbent contractor. No further updates are available.

Do the CBAs include provisions for the Juneteenth Holiday?

The CBAs in the solicitation are the current CBAs as confirmed by the incumbent contractor. No further updates are available.

SOW Exhibit 10.6. Is the Post Tracking System (PTS) currently in use at all buildings? If not, when does the Government anticipate the new Post Tracking System (PTS) will become active on this contract?

PTS is a requirement on the incumbent contract. The Government anticipates PTS to be available at the start of performance. Please note that all incumbent PSO personnel files under the Triple Canopy order are in TAMS.

SOW Exhibit 10.2 What is the required weapons platform to be used on the new contract?

9mm. See SOW Exhibits, Attachment 2, Exhibit 10. Contractor-Provided Equipment.

SOW Exhibit 10.2. What is the current weapons platform used by the incumbent Guards at each building?

Glock 17 9mm.

SOW Exhibit 10.2. Are shotguns required at any facilities?

No

Is the level of effort reflected in the RFP the same level of effort that is currently being performed by the incumbent guard force?

Yes. Please be advised that this is an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity type contract and task orders will be issued for the actual known service requirements based on the post requirements at that time. The current, known service requirements are provided for informational purposes only.

Please see page 11 of A. Contract Clauses of the RFP, section 03. Maximum Quantities.

Are there any staffing issues on the current contract?

The Government can’t answer questions in relation to the incumbent contractor’s performance.

Are current contractor employees fully qualified in terms of training completion?

Incumbent PSOs currently standing post are fully qualified to stand post on the incumbent effort;

however, if any training expires between now and when the new contract starts performance, there may be circumstances where the PSO is not fully qualified to stand post. It will be the awardee’s responsibility to ensure PSOs are fully qualified to stand post on the new contract. Please also refer to the Master Certification List(s) (Attachment 11) for PSO training information.

Is there an NWDTP certified Instructor on the contract?

Yes, on the incumbent FPS contract. Please also see SOW Section 6.7 & 11.4.

Are the current PSOs and Supervisors trained to the NWDTP standards in the solicitation?

NWDTP is a post specific training and not all PSOs are required to have this training. Please refer to the post exhibit which specifies which posts require this training and the Master Certification List(s) (Attachment 11) which specifies which PSOs currently have this training.

Is vehicle screening required at any of the access control posts? If so, is the vehicle screening equipment provided by the government?

Yes, see post exhibit for posts identified as “Access Control – Vehicles”. Vehicle screening equipment shall be furnished by the Government.

What is the recommended brand/model for handheld radios?

N/A. Radios are provided by NOAA under this effort.

Is there parking available at any of the sites.

There is a public parking garage between 1315 and 1335 East-West Highway. PSOs will be required to pay for parking at each of these facilities (MD0289), (MD0221), (MD0236). PSOs do not have to pay for parking at (MD0205).

Is there office space available at any sites?

NOAA provides office space for the Contract Manager and Supervisor at (DC0289) 1315 East-West Highway Silver Spring, MD. There is also a shared conference room located at (MD0205) 1335 East- West Highway Silver Spring, MD used for NWDTPI training and classroom instruction. Please note that there Is no guarantee that this space will continue to be available over the life of the contract.

Are weapons stored on site?

Weapons will be stored at 1335 and 1315 East-West Highway (MD0205 & MD0289). Weapons cannot be stored at 1325 and 1305 East-West Highway (MD0221 & MD0236). PSOs will be required to arm up at their respective location and walk to their assigned posts. There is no gear up / gear down time authorized on this contract due to having two locations to arm up, offerors may include gear up/gear down time and/or walk time in your proposed price.

SOW Section 6.10 Are there any IRS locations on this effort that require the annual IRS Security Awareness training.

No

Medical Exams

Incumbent PSOs shall undergo a medical and physical examination every five (5) years to continue working on any FPS PSO contract.

TAS Hours

TAS services will mostly occur at 1301 East-West Highway Silver Spring, MD. Historical TAS hours are as follows:

6/1/2021-5/31/2022 – 58 hours.

6/1/2022-Present – 784.5 hours

Dedicated Contract Manager

SOW 11.2.5 The Contract Manager shall be onsite during normal working hours (8:00 am to 4:30 pm local time), Monday through Friday excluding federal holidays. Additionally, the Contract Manager shall be available outside normal working hours within 2 hours by telephone or in person.

SOW 11.2.6 The Contract Manager shall not perform PSO duties, whether in a productive or supervisory capacity, while performing Contract Manager duties. The Contract Manager is a dedicated position under this contract responsible for managing all sites under this effort.

Command Center

There are two (2) Command Center Posts that operate on a 24-hour basis 365 days per year. These posts must have PSOs assigned that are trained and qualified to operate the various security systems within the Command Center. The NOAA Physical Security Staff will be responsible for the training and certifications of all PSOs who work in the Command Center. These PSOs will be expected to know the response protocols for the Campus of NOAA and how to facilitate a response to various emergent threats. All Command Center Training shall be considered On-the-job-training and conducted during the normal PSO duty hours.

Supervision (MD0236)

Supervision for the entire NOAA Campus is provided by the Shift Supervisor (S-1) on a 24 -hour basis 365 days per year. The S-1 Shift Supervisor will be assigned to 1305 East-West Highway Silver Spring, MD. This supervisor shall have a patrol & response capability to rove to all facilities within the Campus and will be responsible to ensure all PSOs are performing IAW with contract requirements.