Attachment 1 - Solicitation Question and Answer Log.xlsx
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- W9133L-22-R-3000
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This document includes an attachment containing a solicitation question and answer log pertaining to a Request for Proposal for F-16 Weapon System Simulator Training and Support Services. The solicitation seeks proposals for a firm-fixed-price contract to provide weapons system simulator training and support for domestic and international aircrews for the United States Air Force, Air National Guard, and authorized Foreign Military Sales customers. The log details 33 questions received from industry in response to a draft RFP published in January 2022, along with answers provided by the government. The relevant federal agency is the Department of the Army National Guard Readiness Center.
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| 1 | RFP | Section L - c.(ii)(2) Section 2 - Mission Capability, Item c.; AND Section M - C.2. Factor 2 - Mission Capability, Item c. | 113 and 118 | IT Management and Computer Maintenance requirements delineated in PWS paragraph 5.6 and all subordinate PWS paragraphs thereunder (5.6.1 through 5.6.4); |
| The PWS does not list paragraph 5.6.4. How should we proceed? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | ||||
| 2 | RFP | Section L - c.(ii)(2) Section 2 - Mission Capability, Items b & d; AND Section M - C.2. Factor 2 - Mission Capability, Items b & d. | 113 and 118 | b. The Course Ware requirements delineated in PWS paragraph 5.13.2, PWS paragraph 5.10.1.21, and PWS paragraph 5.4.6 of the PWS and all subordinate PWS paragraphs thereunder (5.4.6.1 through 5.4.6.6); |
d. International Tuition Training (FMS) Support requirements delineated in PWS paragraph 5.10 and all subordinate PWS paragraphs thereunder.
| Is it the Government's intent to have offerors address paragraph 5.10.1.21 twice under Section 2 - Mission Capability? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | ||||
| 3 | RFP | Section L - A.1.b. AND Table 2 | 107 and 109 | Each volume shall be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE... Each volume shall be clearly labeled with its Title and a copy number (e.g., copy 1 of 5). All of the proposal files shall be compressed (zipped) into one file entitled proposal zip using WinZip version 6.2 or later, or as separate uploads in their native format, i.e. doc, xls, ppt, etc., and provided on CDs or DVDs. Files shall be in read-only format, using PDF files. |
| Table 2 states we offerors are to submit only one digital copy via DoD SAFE, but paragraph A.1.b. directions appear to be written for proposals multiple digital and hard copies. We would appreciate clarification on labeling documents with copy numbers when there is only one copy requested. Further, we would like to know if we may submit our documents in their "native format" to DoD SAFE, or must we submit a zipped file using only WinZip software? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | ||||
| 4 | RFP | Section L - A.1.b | 107 | Each volume shall be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE to the Contract Specialist (Mr. Erik Halverson) at erik.k.halverson.civ@army.mil prior to the closing date and time identified on the Standard Form 33 in sam.gov. |
| We have submitted other proposals via DoD SAFE that have required us to request a passcode from the Contracting Agency. Please confirm that we DO NOT have to request a code in order to access DoD SAFE for this proposal. | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | ||||
| 5 | RFP | Section L - A.2.c(i) [Volume 1 instructions] | 111 and 112 | First paragraph of section (Page 111): Certifications and Representations – Each offeror shall complete (fill-in and signatures) the solicitation sections indicated below using the file (without modification to the file) provided with the RFP. An authorized official of the firm shall sign the SF 33, which includes all of the Sections (Sections B through K) of its offer, all certifications requiring original signature and any solicitation amendments, which shall constitute the original copy of the offeror’s proposal. An Acrobat PDF file shall be created to capture the signatures for submission. This Volume shall identify and explain any exceptions or deviations that the offeror is taking with any of the solicitation terms. Additionally, any assumptions used in the proposal preparation must be also identified and explained. |
Last paragraph of section (Page 112): Solicitations, Offer and Award Documents and Certifications/ Representations shall not be addressed separately from that submitted in VOLUME I – SOLICITATIONS, OFFER AND AWARD DOCUMENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS /REPRESENTATIONS.
| The instructions for Volume 1 are confusing. Is this volume to be made up of multiple files, or just one (1) file consolidating all the varied requirements listed in the instructions? In paragraph 1, we are told not to modify the 121-page PDF file containing the SF33 and Sections B-K, but in the last paragraph, we are told not to address items separately; yet we are still required to address team member identification, EEO, VETS-4212, Security Clearance, etc. We would really appreciate clarification on the structure and required files for this volume. | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | ||||
| 6 | RFP | Section L - A.2.c(i) [Volume 1 instructions], Section G | 111 | Section G - Contract Administration Data |
| What part of Section G requires a response (fill-in?) in the proposal? It is listed, but no instructions are given with it. | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | ||||
| 7 | RFP | Section L - A.2.c(iii)(4) Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQs) | 115 | For all contracts identified in Section 1, Contract Descriptions, a Past Performance Questionnaire must be completed and submitted. |
| If available, may the offeror submit CPARs in lieu of PPQs? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | |||||
| 8 | RFP | Section B, CLINs 0001, 1001, 2001, 3001, 4001, and 5001 | 2, 5, 8, 11, 14, & 17 of 121 | States "In accordance with PWS (sans information as stated within CLIN X007 series)." What does this mean? Should it be changed to specific PWS paragraph references? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and CLINs have been updated within the released, formal RFP. | |
| 9 | RFP | Section B, CLIN 0002 | 2 of 121 | Since Taiwan's FMS support tranisitions into the contract beginning in Aug 2022, should the Quantity be changed to 11 months? | To-Be- Determined | |
| 10 | PWS | Para 5.8.1 and 5.8.4 | 39 of 121 | Both paragraphs reference the Contractor Training and Certification Plan? These appear to be duplicates. Also, the TCP is referenced as Deliverable #31 and #33. Which paragraph and deliverable is correct? | To-Be- Determined | |
| 11 | PWS | Para 5.8.5 | 40 of 121 | Discusses CC, ICL. At end of para there is a reference to Para 5.9.1. Para 5.9.1, though, deals with Datalink and Weapons Director support. Is the reference correct? | To-Be- Determined | |
| 12 | PWS | Technical Exhibit 3A & 3B, Plans, Reports and other Products, Courseware Development Report line | 60 and 64 of 121 | Charts show an entry for Courseware Development Report. However, there is no explanation elsewhere in the PWS for this line item. Was this explanation omitted? | To-Be- Determined | |
| 13 | PWS | Technical Exhibit 3A & 3B, Plans, Reports and other Products, Master Topic Index Report line | 60 and 64 of 121 | Charts show an entry for Master Topic Index Report. However, there is no explanation elsewhere in the PWS for this line item. Was this explanation omitted? | To-Be- Determined | |
| 14 | PWS | Technical Exhibit 3B, New Student Materials, Syllabus line | 63 of 121 | Chart shows "47" as estimated number of new syllabi per year. Previous draft PWSs showed only "4". Is "47" the correct number? | To-Be- Determined | |
| 15 | RFP | Section L, Table 2, Line III | 109 of 121 | Page Limit column references a "summary section." Does that summary reference Section 1--Contract or Order Descriptions defined on Page 114? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | |
| 16 | RFP | A. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION (Section L), c. Content Requirement - last paragraph, 3rd sentence | 110 | Does Volume I - General need to have a Summary Section and Narrative discussion? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | |
| 17 | RFP | A. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION (Section L), Use of Non-Government Advisors, (b) Western Door Federal | 112 | Will submitting an objection to disclosing information to Western Door Federal cause the contractor to be negatively rated? | No, submitting an objection will not be negatively rated. However, the Government would appreciate any offeror from objecting as WesternFederal is not a competitor and has been brought in to assist the NGB office in contractual matters. | |
| 18 | RFP | Section L, 2 Proposal Preparation Instructions, c, iii Volume III, Past Performance | 114 of 121 | States volume is organized into sections: 1 for Contract or Order Description; 2 for Perfromance; and 3 for New Corporate Entitites. Should each section contain the appropriate info on all 5 past performance submissions? Or, should each past performance reference contain each of the 3 sections? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | |
| 19 | RFP | Section L, 2 Proposal Preparation Instructions, c, iii, (4) Volume III, Past Performance Questionnaire | 115 of 121 | Many of our contracting officers advocate use of CPARS. If CPARS are available, can they be submitted in lieu of a Past Performance Questionnaire? | DRAFT RFP has been revised, and Section L has been updated within the released, formal RFP. | |
| 20 | ATTACH 3 | CLIN X005 | Parts & Repair | Attachment 3 references parts and spares? Please explain what this is referencing on a CAT/CWD contract. | To-Be- Determined | |
| 21 | RFP | RFP | RFP | Our company is interested in bidding this but wondering why it is listed as ”sole source”? | This solicitation is not a sole source. | |
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