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Questions & Answers for Combined Synopsis Solicitation 87720 Courier Service Savannah Q = Question, A = Answer

Q. In putting a proposal together for solicitation 87720: The question of volume is critical for pricing. Per the SOW "1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, and transportation to courier documents to/from designated CBP facilities, in accordance with this specification. Courier must maintain current TWIC access for the duration of this contract." " REQUIRES THE USE OF STAIRS TO DELIVER AND COLLECT MAIL BAGS WITH A MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF 40LBS." How many mail bags are typically transported per shipment. This is needed to properly bid the appropriate size vehicle and equipment. Is a cargo van acceptable or will it require a Box truck?

A. Typically it's 1-2 per location so a cargo van would likely be fine.

Q. If we don’t have a twic card, can we apply for one after award, or should we have one already before bidding on this solicitation?

A. TWIC card is not required to submit quote. TWIC card will only be required by the contractor selected for award.

Q. Who is the incumbent?

A. There is no incumbent contract at this time.

Q. Can you send a wage determination for Savannah? Also, I assume the contractor must provide the vehicle and labor? Regarding proof of insurance, are you looking for certificates for general liability or auto or both?

A. The wage determination has been posted to the solicitation.

A. Yes contractor must provide vehicle and labor.

A. Yes both liability and auto insurance are required.

Q. Will there be a office space provided on government site for the contractor?

A. No office space is provided for a contractor at government site.

Q. After reviewing the solicitation for a courier, there is nothing in reference to payment/invoicing, can you elaborate?

A. Payment/invoicing information is provided as part of the award, and is not usually part of the solicitation process. I’m not sure what you’re looking for, but as with most government contracts payment is net 30.

Q. On the Scope of Work it states to contact Ms. Landy, but there is no email address. On the FBO solicitation it's you to send questions.

A. Ms. Landy is the POC at the location once contract award has been made, but I am the POC up until award is made.