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SERVICE RFQ
AG-046W-S-15-0005
US Forest Service, Region 6, NW Oregon Contracting Area
Janitorial Services, Mt. Hood NF, Barlow RD, Dufur, OR
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
PAGE OF PAGES
| (THIS IS NOT AN ORDER) |
| THIS RFQ |
| FORMCHECKBOX |
| IS |
| FORMCHECKBOX |
| IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET- ASIDE |
| 1 |
| 61 |
| 1. REQUEST NO. |
| 2. DATE ISSUED |
| 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. |
| 4. CERT. FOR NAT.DEF. |
| RATING |
| AG-046W-S-15-0005 |
| 02/25/2015 |
| UNDER BDSA REG. 2 |
AND/OR DMS REG. 1
| 5a. ISSUED BY |
| 6. DELIVER BY (Date) |
UADA Forest Service Northwest Oregon contracting Area
16400 Champion way
Sandy, OR 97055
| 5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL (NO COLLECT CALLS) |
| 7. DELIVERY |
| FORMCHECKBOX |
FOB DESTINATION
| NAME |
| TELEPHONE NUMBER |
| FORMCHECKBOX |
OTHER (See Schedule)
| AREA CODE |
| NUMBER |
| 9. DESTINATION |
Kirsten Donelson, Administrative Kitty Filbin, Technical 668-1782 467-5102
a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE
| 8. TO: |
| Mt. Hood NF, Barlow Ranger Districe |
| a. NAME |
| b. COMPANY |
| b. STREET ADDRESS |
780 N.E. Court St.
| c. STREET ADDRESS |
| c. CITY |
| Dufur |
| d. CITY |
| e. STATE |
| f. ZIP CODE |
| d. STATE |
| e. ZIP CODE |
| OR |
| 97021 |
| 10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5A ON OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS |
| IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in BLOCK 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the |
| March 11, 2015 4 pm |
| submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter. |
11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)
| ITEM NO. |
| SUPPLIES/SERVICES |
| QUANTITY |
| UNIT |
| UNIT PRICE |
| AMOUNT |
| (a) |
| (b) |
| (c) |
| (d) |
| (e) |
| (f) |
| See Schedule, Section B |
| Federal Tax ID________________________ |
| DUNS No. __________________________ |
| a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) |
| b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%) |
| c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%) |
| d. CALENDAR DAYS |
12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT
| NUMBER |
| PERCENTAGE |
| NOTE: Additional provisions and representations |
| FORMCHECKBOX |
| are |
| FORMCHECKBOX |
are not attached.
| 13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER |
| 14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO |
| 15. DATE OF |
| a. NAME OF QUOTER |
| SIGN QUOTATION |
| QUOTATION |
| b. STREET ADDRESS |
| 16. SIGNER |
| a. NAME (Type or print) |
| b. TELEPHONE |
c. COUNTY
AREA CODE
| d. CITY |
| e. STATE |
| f. ZIP CODE |
| c. TITLE (Type or Print) |
| NUMBER |
NSN 7540-01-152-8084
Previous edition not usable
| 18-121 |
| STANDARD FORM 18 (Rev. 6-95) |
Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)
PART I—THE SCHEDULE
SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS
SCHEDULE OF ITEMS
JANITORIAL SERVICES
BARLOW RANGER DISTRICT
MT. HOOD NATIONAL FOREST
The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, crew supervision, transportation, supplies (except those designated as Government-furnished), and incidentals, to perform all work necessary for Janitorial Services at the Barlow Ranger District on the Mt. Hood National Forest, in compliance with the terms, specifications, conditions, and provisions of this solicitation.
B-1 – SCHEDULE OF ITEMS
BASE YEAR - FY 2015 April 01, 2015 through March 30, 2016
| Item |
| Description |
| Quantity |
| Unit |
| Unit Price |
| Total Amount |
| 1 |
| Barlow RD |
| 12 |
| MO |
| $ |
| $ |
OPTION YEAR ONE - FY 2016 April 01, 2016 through March 30, 2017
| Item |
| Description |
| Quantity |
| Unit |
| Unit Price |
| Total Amount |
| 2 |
| Barlow RD |
| 12 |
| MO |
| $ |
| $ |
OPTION YEAR TWO - FY 2017 April 01, 2017 through March 30, 2018
| Item |
| Description |
| Quantity |
| Unit |
| Unit Price |
| Total Amount |
| 3 |
| Barlow RD |
| 12 |
| MO |
| $ |
| $ |
OPTION YEAR THREE - FY 2018 April 01, 2018 through March 30, 2019
| Item |
| Description |
| Quantity |
| Unit |
| Unit Price |
| Total Amount |
| 4 |
| Barlow RD |
| 12 |
| MO |
| $ |
| $ |
OPTION YEAR FOUR - FY 2019 April 01, 2019 through March 30, 2020
| Item |
| Description |
| Quantity |
| Unit |
| Unit Price |
| Total Amount |
| 5 |
| Barlow RD |
| 12 |
| MO |
| $ |
| $ |
See Section C-15 for Schedule of Services to be performed.
The period of performance for this Base year is from 04/01/2015 to 03/30/2016. There are four option years that, if exercised, will have a performance period of one year. The government will give 60 days notice prior to exercising options. However, notice of intent does not obligate the government to exercise option years. See 52.217-9 - Option to Extend the Term of the Contract and 52.217-5 - Evaluation of Options Period of performance for this Base year is: from time of award to 03/30/2016. There are four option years that, if exercised, will have a performance period of one year each. The government will give 60 days’ notice prior to exercising options. However, notice of intent does not obligate the government to exercise option years. See 52.217-9 - Option to Extend the Term of the Contract.
SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK
SCOPE OF CONTRACT
This contract requires Janitorial Services and related work in compliance with its terms, specifications, and provisions. This includes furnishing labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies, and incidentals.
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION
Mt. Hood National Forest, Barlow Ranger District, 780 N.E. Court St., Dufur, OR 9201.
1. Main Office #2001. Area to be serviced consists of a 1st floor and 2nd floor with approximately 7858 square feet. Full service on both floors with the exception of the Law Enforcement office which is locked unless LEO is present. Provide services when access is available.
2. Ranger’s House #1028. Full service for the entire area which is approximately 1,400 square feet.
3. Woodshop Building # 2237. Area to be serviced is the bathroom on the upper floor which is approximately 42 square feet and the bathroom in the basement area which is approximately 42 square feet.
CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS:
Except for the Government Furnished Property and Services, provide necessary facilities, equipment, material, supplies, and services to perform the requirements of this contract. Use equipment, material and supplies conforming to the requirements specified in Technical Exhibit 1 page 8. For items not listed, provide items of acceptable commercial grade and quality.
CUSTODIAL SERVICES REQUIREMENTS:
The Contractor shall provide the custodial services described herein. Performance requirements for these services are divided into two (2) groups: Basic space service and Periodic services. A description of the areas to receive custodial services is included in Technical Exhibit 1 page 8. The estimated frequency of service is shown in Technical Exhibit 2 page 9. Return to their original position furniture or other equipment (including waste containers) moved while performing services.
BASIC SPACE SERVICES: Reference exhibit #1
Performance requirements for basic space services shall consist of the following:
Sweeping and dust mopping services: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean floor to industrial standards, free of trash, litter and all debris. Move furniture, plants, rugs, walk-off mats, etc, and clean underneath. Replace all items moved for cleaning. Clean concrete and resilient tile flooring free of loose dirt, dust, spills, and all debris.
Vacuuming services: (Critical Inspection Element)
Maintain carpeted areas and walk-off mats free of loose soil and debris.
Upholstered furniture: (Non-critical Inspection Element)
Vacuum and spot clean all upholstered furniture.
Waste container emptying and cleaning services: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean waste containers, keeping plastic liners free of odors. Empty waste containers and ash receptacles located inside and outside the building into the District Refuse dumpster. Replace soiled waste containers with new plastic liners. Clean and disinfect waste containers located inside the building soiled by food waste or liquids. Dispose of boxes, bags, other containers marked as trash, debris, and other waste materials in the nearest trash collection point. Pick up and dispose of materials that fall on the floor and outside grounds during waste removal.
Low dusting and cleaning services: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean furniture, partitions, handrails, sills, and other horizontal surfaces to a height of 72” above the floor level free of dust. Clean walls, doors and trim with household cleaner removing spots, grime and dust. Clean entryway doors, including glass, inside and outside. Clean and disinfect, per industry standards, drinking fountain free of stains, smudges, and scale.
Walk-off mat cleaning service: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean walk-off mats free of loose soil and debris. After inclement weather clean next scheduled cleaning day. Remove soiled and moisture underneath walk-off mats and clean floor underneath. Return walk-off mats to their original locations afterwards.
FLOOR CARE:
Provide floor care services for non-carpeted floor surfaces, including all concrete and tiled floors in all spaces. Move furniture, plants, rugs, door mats, etc., and clean underneath and return. Maintain floor surfaces clean. Floor care services consist of the following:
Damp mopping services: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean per industry standards, floors free of dirt, streaks, smears and stains. Remove dust and dirt from joints, corners, drains and any other place of build up.
Restroom and Kitchen area service: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean restrooms per commercial industry standards to prevent offensive odors. Restrooms services consist of the following:
Wash and sanitize washbasins, urinals, toilets, faucets, countertops and drinking fountains. Fixtures shall be cleaned; there shall be no dust, spots, stains, rust, mold, encrustation or excess moisture on any exposed surface, including under fixture edges.
Clean mirrors so they are free of streaks, smudges or cloudiness.
Special attention shall be given to floors, walls, baseboards and trim for elimination of odors and stains, and to provide a uniformly clean appearance.
Restock with paper towels, toilet paper and soap in the restrooms, and paper towels in the kitchen areas.
Supply services: (Critical Inspection Element)
Inspect dispensers and monitor toilet tissue, soap, and paper towels at service level as follows: Fill soap dispensers at each servicing to maintain a full level. Insert a new roll of toilet tissue when a roll is used 100%. Replenish paper towels at each servicing to maintain a full level.
Spot Clean walls: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean all walls and doors free of dirt, smudges and dust.
Outdoor Mats: (Non-critical Inspection Element)
Vacuum all outdoor mats.
Cobweb and Nest Removal: (Non-critical Element)
Keep porches clear of cobweb and nests.
PERIODIC SERVICES: Reference exhibit #1
Periodic services include those custodial services required on an unscheduled or irregular frequency. Periodic service shall consist of the following:
Annual, Semi-annual and Quarterly Services:
Provide cleaning, floor care and shampooing services for carpet, spot cleaning bi weekly as necessary between bi annual shampooing. Please notify COR prior to service so employees can remove items (chairs, waste containers, etc) from floor.
High dusting and cleaning service: (Critical Inspection Element)
The contractor shall clean all exterior glass surfaces, window frames, sills, and sashes from the ground line up to and including the second floor. All glass surfaces shall be cleaned and left free of streaks and stains and shall be wiped dry. Screens shall be kept free of cobwebs.
Interior glass cleaning service: (Critical Inspection Element)
Clean and maintain all interior glass. Any furniture moved in the process shall be put back in place.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
Accepted safe practices shall be followed in performance of the work. After each period of cleaning or other service, the area shall be inspected for fire hazards. All unnecessary lights shall be turned off, unless otherwise designated. All outside doors and windows shall be closed and locked.
The Contractor will be responsible for damage done to Government equipment and/or fixtures by his/her employees. See Section I, FAR Clause 52.237-2 – Protection of Government Building, Equipment and Vegetation (APR 1984).
The Contractor will supply Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for any cleaning supplies (classed as hazardous chemicals) stored in the building. Containers shall be labeled as to content and MSDS number.
STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT
The Government will provide limited storage space for Contractor’s supplies and small equipment.
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES/ESTIMATED WORKLOAD DATE
Technical Exhibit 1 Items of work to be performed by the following schedule and applies to the areas as described.
| SCHEDULE OF WORK. (Specific days of work schedule to be approved by COR and should generally remain consistent, with variations approved in advance. Example: 3 times/week service scheduled as Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday nights; Once per week service scheduled for Saturday; Once per month service scheduled for the first weekend of each month). |
| W |
| BW |
| M |
| Q |
| BA |
| 1. |
| BASIC SERVICES |
| (a) |
| Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets and urinals in restrooms and kitchen areas. |
X
| (b) |
| Empty waste receptacles and line with plastic liners. Deposit full trash bags in dumpster provided. |
X
| (c) |
| Spot clean all floors; sweeping, damp wiping or vacuuming high traffic areas as required to remove all visible debris. |
X
| (d) |
| Damp wipe mirrors, tile, shelving, counters, dispensers and fixtures. |
| X |
| (e) |
| Restock paper towels, toilet paper and soap in storage areas provided in each restroom and kitchen area in sufficient quantity to last the week. |
| X |
| (f) |
| Clean phones and clear surfaces of desks, files, book cases and tables with treated cloth. Surfaces must be clean and not feel oily or sticky. |
| X |
| (g) |
| Mop all floors with a cleaning product suitable for each surface. |
X
| (h) |
| Vacuum all carpeted areas using a beater power brush type head. |
X
| ( i) |
| Thoroughly vacuum or mop all floor surfaces to include moving all non-permanent, stationary objects, cleaning crevices, stairs, baseboards and other more difficult access areas. Use additional means such as sweeping out corners and scrubbing marks to achieve a high quality job. |
X
| (j) |
| Vacuum upholstered furniture, wipe down non-fabric surfaces. Product used should leave no oily or sticky residue. |
X
| (k) |
| Dust all blinds with magnetic attraction duster. |
X
| ( l) |
| Thoroughly wipe down walls, doors, baseboards and trim. |
X
| (m) |
| Sweep ceilings, corners and baseboard areas to remove cobwebs, dust or other debris. |
X
| (n) |
| Sweep cobwebs, dirt or other debris from all surfaces on all porches and entryways, including on and under doormats. |
X
| 2. |
| PERIODIC SERVICES |
| (a) |
| High Dusting & Cleaning |
X
| (b) |
| Carpets/Rugs/Walk-off Mats Shampooing |
X
| (c) |
| Clean Exterior and Interior Glass |
X
W=Weekly
BW=Bi Weekly
M=Monthly
Q=Quarterly
BA=Bi Annually
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY (PRS) TABLE
Technical Exhibit 2 Work Requirements
Considered Most Critical to Satisfactory Contract Performance
| Performance Requirements / Standards |
| Maximum Allowable Defect Rates |
Method of Surveillance
Weight
| Sweeping/Dust Mopping and Vacuuming |
| Quality Standards |
| 5% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 40% of Item 1i in Schedule of Deductions |
| Emptying & Cleaning Waste Container |
| Quality Standards |
| 3% |
| Valid Customer Complaints |
| 15% of Item 1b in Schedule of Deductions |
| Interior Glass Cleaning |
| Quality Standards |
| 3% |
| 100% Inspection |
| 5% of Item 2c in Schedule of Deductions |
| Floor Care – Damp Mopping , Spray Cleaning Walk and Outdoor Mats |
| Quality Standards |
| 3% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 10% of Item 1n in Schedule of Deductions |
| Restroom & Kitchen Cleaning/ Disinfecting & Supplying |
| Quality Standards |
| 3% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 10% of Item 1e in Schedule of Deductions |
| Upholstered Furniture |
| Quality Standards |
| 2% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 5% of Item 1j in Schedule of Deductions |
| Low Dusting & Cleaning |
| Quality Standards |
| 5% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 10% of Item 1f in Schedule of Deductions |
| Spot Clean Walls and Doors |
| Quality Standards |
| 3% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 5% of Item 1l in Schedule of Deductions |
| All the rest of work requirements |
| Quality Standards |
| 2% |
| Unscheduled Inspection |
| 20% of items 1 & 2 in Schedule of Deductions |
PERIODIC SERVICES
| Timely Completion |
| Work completed by specified date |
| 3% |
| 100% Inspection |
| 10% of Unit Prices, Contract Line Items 2a thru 2c |
| Perform Quality work |
| Quality Standards |
| 3% |
| 100% Inspection |
| 90% of unit Prices, contract Line Items 2a thru 2c |
SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING
{For this Solicitation, there are NO clauses in this Section}
SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE
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): www.arnet.gov/far/
FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES
52.246-1 Contractor Inspection Requirements (APR 1984)
E-1 52.246-4 Inspection of Services--Fixed-Price (AUG 1996)
(a) Definitions. "Services," as used in this clause, includes services performed, workmanship, and material furnished or utilized in the performance of services.
(b) The Contractor shall provide and maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government covering the services under this contract. Complete records of all inspection work performed by the Contractor shall be maintained and made available to the Government during contract performance and for as long afterwards as the contract requires.
(c) The Government has the right to inspect and test all services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and places during the term of the contract. The Government shall perform inspections and tests in a manner that will not unduly delay the work.
(d) If the Government performs inspections or tests on the premises of the Contractor or a subcontractor, the Contractor shall furnish, and shall require subcontractors to furnish, at no increase in contract price, all reasonable facilities and assistance for the safe and convenient performance of these duties.
(e) If any of the services do not conform with contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract amount. When the defects in services cannot be corrected by performance, the Government may (1) require the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements and (2) reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.
(f) If the Contractor fails to promptly perform the services again or to take the necessary action to ensure future performance in conformity with contract requirements, the Government may (1) by contract or otherwise, perform the services and charge to the Contractor any cost incurred by the Government that is directly related to the performance of such service or (2) terminate the contract for default.
E-2
AGAR 452.246-70
Inspection and Acceptance (FEB 1988)
(a) The Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer’s duly authorized representative will inspect and accept the supplies and/or services to be provided under this contract.
(b) The COR or a designated inspector will make periodic inspections as work progresses. The Contractor may observe the inspection while it is being made.
(c) Acceptance of the work will be determined by 100% visual inspection and will be based on adherence to the specifications.
(d) Non-conformance with any of the specifications will classify the work as unsatisfactory and rework may be required to bring the work up to standard.
SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE
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): www.arnet.gov/far/
FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES
AGAR 452.211-74 Period of Performance (FEB 1988) Item Estimated Beginning Date
Contract Time
April 01, 2015
Through March 30, 2016 Option year 1 may be exercised for the period of April 1, 2016 through March 30, 2017.
Option year 2 may be exercised for the period of April 1, 2017 through March 30, 2018.
Option year 3 may be exercised for the period of April 1, 2018 through March 30, 2019.
Option year 4 may be exercised for the period of April 1, 2019 through March 30, 2020.
SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA
G-1 AGAR 452.215-73 Post Award Conference (NOV 1996) A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon time and date. The conference will be held at the Barlow Ranger District office in Dufur, OR.
G-2
GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY
The Government will provide the following item(s) of Government property to the Contractor for use in the performance of this contract. This property shall be used and maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the "Government Property" FAR clause contained elsewhere in the contract.
1. Paper towels, soap, toilet tissue, plastic wastebasket liners
2. Entry keys for access. The keys shall be returned to the COR prior to final payment.
G-3 Designation of Contracting Officer’s Representative The Contracting Officer upon award will designate in writing a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
The COR is responsible for administering the performance of work under this contract. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the terms of this contract is effective or binding upon the Government unless formalized by proper contractual documents executed by the Contracting Officer prior to completion of the contract.
The Contracting Officer should be informed as soon as possible of any actions or inactions by the Contractor or the Government, which will change the required delivery or completion times stated in the contract, and the contract will be modified accordingly. (This does not apply to individual task assignments which were issued by the COR provided they do not affect the delivery schedule or performance period stated in the contract.)
On all matters that pertain to the contract terms the Contractor shall communicate with the Contracting Officer. Whenever, in the opinion of the Contractor, the COR requests effort outside the scope of the contract, the Contractor should so advise the COR. If the COR persists and there still exists a disagreement as to proper contractual coverage, the Contracting Officer should be notified immediately, preferably in writing if time permits. Proceeding with work without proper contractual coverage could result in nonpayment or necessitate submittal of a contract claim.
G-4 Notification of Subcontracting
The Contractor shall promptly the Contracting Officer upon entering into any subcontract arrangement. The notification shall include as a minimum:
1. The name, address and telephone number of the subcontractor.
2. The date upon which the subcontract was entered into and its duration.
3.
A detailed description of the work being subcontracted including a listing of contract items, units, etc., as appropriate.
G-5 Use of Premises The Contractor shall comply with the regulations governing the operation of premises which are occupied and shall perform the contract in such a manner as not to interrupt or interfere with the conduct of Government business.
G-6 Public Officials not Personally Liable
There shall be no personal liability upon the Contracting Officer or officer in charge, their agents or employees, for any act performed in the discharge of any duty imposed or the exercise of any power or authority conferred upon them, by, or within the scope of the contract, it being understood that in all such matters they act solely as agents and representatives of the Government.
G-7 Basis for Payment Payment will be based on a monthly basis, in arrears, for all work satisfactorily inspected and accepted at the unit prices on the Schedule of Items.
SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
H-1 Site Visit Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.
H-2 Material Safety
The Contractor shall not use or apply any chemicals that may be hazardous or have environmental concerns, without prior approval of the COR. Examples of chemicals: insecticides, pesticides and harsh cleaning agents.
Contractor must have on site, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) sheets for all chemical products utilized.
H-3 Use of Recovered Materials and Biobased Products
The Contractor must comply with Section 9002 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA), Excecutive Order (EO) 13423, “Strengthening Federal Evnironmental, Energy, and Transportation Management, “ and the Federal Acquisition Regulation to provide biobased products.
The Contractor shall utilize products and material made from biobased materials to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use or detracting form the overall quality delivered of the end user. All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to applicable Federal Specifications and standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of work described herein are subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Additionally the Contractor shall use recovered materials to the maximum extent possible.
The following is an example list of products that may be used in this contract for which biobased products or recovered materials are available. The list is not all inclusive. It is desirable that vendors be able to supply the greatest number of biobased products listed meeting the health and environmental specifications.
Janitorial cleaning products and supplies
The Contractor shall comply with the provision of FAR 52.223-1, Biobased Product Certification, FAR 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts, and FAR 52.223-4 Recovered Material Certification.
Guide to minimum biobased content: http://www.biopreferred.gov/files/BioPreferred%20Product%20Categories%20June%202013.pdf EPA’s list of designated products under the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines:
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/tools/cpg/products/index.htm H-4 FAR 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (sept 2013)
(a) In the performance of this contract, the contractor shall make maximum use of biobased products that are United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-designated items unless—
(1) The product cannot be acquired—
(i) Competitively within a time frame providing for compliance with the contract performance schedule;
(ii) Meeting contract performance requirements; or
(iii) At a reasonable price.
(2) The product is to be used in an application covered by a USDA categorical exemption (see 7 CFR 3201.3(e)). For example, all USDA-designated items are exempt from the preferred procurement requirement for the following:
(i) Spacecraft system and launch support equipment.
(ii) Military equipment, i.e., a product or system designed or procured for combat or combat-related missions.
(b) Information about this requirement and these products is available at http://www.biopreferred.gov.
(c) In the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall—
(1) Report to http://www.sam.gov, with a copy to the Contracting Officer, on the product types and dollar value of any USDA-designated biobased products purchased by the Contractor during the previous Government fiscal year, between October 1 and September 30; and
(2) Submit this report no later than—
(i) October 31 of each year during contract performance; and
(ii) At the end of contract performance.
PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES
SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES
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):
www.arnet.gov/far/ www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html
FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES
52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (AUG 2013) (Applicable if contract exceeds $30,000) 52.215-8 Order of Precedence--Uniform Contract Format (OCT 1997)
52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2011) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003) 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999)
52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007) (Applicable if contract exceeds $10,000)
52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (Jul 2014) (Applicable if contract exceeds $10,000)
52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965, as Amended (MAY 2014)
52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (FEB 2009)
52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (SEPT 2013) 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2011)
52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace (MAY 2001) (Applicable if contract is awarded to an individual) 52.232-1 Payments (APR 1984)
52.232-8 Discounts for Prompt Payment (FEB 2002)
52.232-11 Extras (APR 1984)
52.232-18 Availability of Funds (APR 1984) 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims (MAY 2014)
52.232-25 Prompt Payment (JUL 2013)
52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management (Jul 2013) 52.233-1 Disputes (MAY 2014)
52.233-3 Protest After Award (AUG 1996)
52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004)
52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984)
52.243-1 Changes--Fixed-Price (AUG 1987)--Alternate I (APR 1984)
52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Items (OCT 2014) 52.245-1 Government Property (Apr 2012) 52.249-1 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short From) (APR 1984)
52.249-8 Default (Fixed-Price Supply and Service) (APR 1984) 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (JAN 1991)
AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES
452.237-70 Loss, Damage, Destruction or Repair (FEB 1988)
452.237-75 Restrictions Against Disclosure (FEB 1988)
52.204-7 System for Award Management.
As prescribed in 4.1105(a)(1), use the following provision:
System for Award Management (Jul 2013)
(a) Definitions. As used in this provision—
“Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number” means the 9-digit number assigned by Dun and Bradstreet, Inc. (D&B) to identify unique business entities.
“Data Universal Numbering System +4 (DUNS+4) number” means the DUNS number assigned by D&B plus a 4-character suffix that may be assigned by a business concern. (D&B has no affiliation with this 4-character suffix.) This 4-character suffix may be assigned at the discretion of the business concern to establish additional System for Award Management records for identifying alternative Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts (see the FAR at Subpart 32.11) for the same concern.
“Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database” means that—
(1) The offeror has entered all mandatory information, including the DUNS number or the DUNS+4 number, the Contractor and Government Entity (CAGE) code, as well as data required by the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (seeSubpart 4.14) into the SAM database;
(2) The offeror has completed the Core, Assertions, and Representations and Certifications, and Points of Contact sections of the registration in the SAM database;
(3) The Government has validated all mandatory data fields, to include validation of the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The offeror will be required to provide consent for TIN validation to the Government as a part of the SAM registration process; and
(4) The Government has marked the record “Active”.
(b)(1) By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the SAM database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation.
(2) The offeror shall enter, in the block with its name and address on the cover page of its offer, the annotation “DUNS” or “DUNS +4” followed by the DUNS or DUNS +4 number that identifies the offeror’s name and address exactly as stated in the offer. The DUNS number will be used by the Contracting Officer to verify that the offeror is registered in the SAM database.
(c) If the offeror does not have a DUNS number, it should contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one.
(1) An offeror may obtain a DUNS number—
(i) Via the Internet at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform or if the offeror does not have internet access, it may call Dun and Bradstreet at 1-866-705-5711 if located within the United States; or
(ii) If located outside the United States, by contacting the local Dun and Bradstreet office. The offeror should indicate that it is an offeror for a U.S. Government contract when contacting the local Dun and Bradstreet office.
(2) The offeror should be prepared to provide the following information:
(i) Company legal business.
(ii) Tradestyle, doing business, or other name by which your entity is commonly recognized.
(iii) Company Physical Street Address, City, State, and ZIP Code.
(iv) Company Mailing Address, City, State and ZIP Code (if separate from physical).
(v) Company Telephone Number.
(vi) Date the company was started.
(vii) Number of employees at your location.
(viii) Chief executive officer/key manager.
(ix) Line of business (industry).
(x) Company Headquarters name and address (reporting relationship within your entity).
(d) If the Offeror does not become registered in the SAM database in the time prescribed by the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer will proceed to award to the next otherwise successful registered Offeror.
(e) Processing time, which normally takes 48 hours, should be taken into consideration when registering. Offerors who are not registered should consider applying for registration immediately upon receipt of this solicitation.
(f) Offerors may obtain information on registration at https://www.acquisition.gov .
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FAR 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014) In compliance with the Service Contract Act of 1965, as amended, and the regulations of the Secretary of Labor (29 CFR Part 4), this clause identifies the classes of service employees expected to be employed under the contract and states the wages and fringe benefits payable to each if they were employed by the contracting agency subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 5341 or 5332.
This Statement is for Information Only:
It Is Not A Wage Determination.
Employee Class
Monetary Wage--Fringe Benefits
WG-2
$14.50 per hour FAR 52.246-20 Warranty of Services (MAY 2001)
(a) Definition. "Acceptance," as used in this clause, means the act of an authorized representative of the Government by which the Government assumes for itself, or as an agent of another, ownership of existing and identified supplies, or approves specific services, as partial or complete performance of the contract.
(b) Notwithstanding inspection and acceptance by the Government or any provision concerning the conclusiveness thereof, the Contractor warrants that all services performed under this contract will, at the time of acceptance, be free from defects in workmanship and conform to the requirements of this contract. The Contracting Officer shall give written notice of any defect or nonconformance to the Contractor within 30 days from the date of acceptance by the Government This notice shall state either--
(1) That the Contractor shall correct or reperform any defective or nonconforming services; or
(2) That the Government does not require correction or reperformance.
(c) If the Contractor is required to correct or reperform, it shall be at no cost to the Government, and any services corrected or reperformed by the Contractor shall be subject to this clause to the same extent as work initially performed. If the Contractor fails or refuses to correct or reperform, the Contracting Officer may, by contract or otherwise, correct or replace with similar services and charge to the Contractor the cost occasioned to the Government thereby, or make an equitable adjustment in the contract price.
(d) If the Government does not require correction or reperformance, the Contracting Officer shall make an equitable adjustment in the contract price.
FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Items (DEC 2014)
(a) 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.
(b) 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.
(c) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.
(d) 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 at FAR 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.
(e) Definitions. The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated herein by reference.
(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 such as, 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. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay, setting forth the full particulars in connection therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch, and shall promptly give written notice to the Contracting Officer of the cessation of such occurrence.
(g) Invoice.
(1) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three copies (or electronic invoice, if authorized) to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include—
(i) Name and address of the Contractor;
(ii) Invoice date and number;
(iii) Contract number, contract line item number and, if applicable, the order number;
(iv) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended price of the items delivered;
(v) Shipping number and date of shipment, including the bill of lading number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading;
(vi) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered;
(vii) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent;
(viii) Name, title, and phone number of person to notify in event of defective invoice; and
(ix) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.
(x) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information.
(A) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.
(B) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice, in order for the invoice to be a proper invoice, the Contractor shall have submitted correct EFT banking information in accordance with the applicable solicitation provision, contract clause (e.g., 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management, or 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other Than System for Award Management), or applicable agency procedures.
(C) EFT banking information is not required if the Government waived the requirement to pay by EFT.
(2) Invoices will be handled in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR Part 1315.
(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) Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). If the Government makes payment by EFT, see 52.212-5(b) for the appropriate EFT clause.
(4) 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 which appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.
(5) 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—
(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 contract line item or subline item, if applicable; and
(D) Contractor point of contact.
(ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer.
(6) 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 33.211 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 32.607-2).
(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 default termination.
(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 prescribed in 32.608-2 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation 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 hereunder 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. 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 hereunder 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) Other compliances. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations applicable to its performance under this contract.
(r) 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; 18 U.S.C. 431 relating to officials not to benefit; 40 U.S.C. chapter 37, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards; 41 U.S.C. chapter 87, Kickbacks; 41 U.S.C. 4712 and 10 U.S.C. 2409 relating to whistleblower protections; 49 U.S.C. 40118, Fly American; and 41 U.S.C. chapter 21 relating to procurement integrity.
(s) 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 Assignments, Disputes, Payments, Invoice, Other Compliances, Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts, and Unauthorized Obligations paragraphs of this clause;
(3) The…
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