CN160008_-_Question_and_Answer_Document_4.18.16.pdf
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This is a Questions and Answers document for Invitation for Bid (IFB) CN160008 for Translation Services. The document provides clarifications regarding translation services requirements, though specific response dates, award dates, and contract terms are not included in this Q&A document.
The current contractor is Carmazzi Global Solutions, with rates of $0.13 per word for Group A languages and $0.17 per word for Group B languages, with emergency rates set at $0.17 per word for both groups. Historical volume was 106 translation assignments in FY 2014-15, though future work is on an as-needed basis. Desktop publishing requests are historically uncommon. The agency will not accept alternative pricing models, separate pricing for translation and proofreading services, or minimum/desktop publishing charges. Bidders are directed to various sections of the IFB documents for additional details on submission requirements, basis of award, and scope of work specifications.
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Invitation for Bid (IFB) – Translation Services
CN160008
Questions and Answers
Question 1: Please provide the incumbent name.
Response 1: The current contractor is Carmazzi Global Solutions.
Question 2: Please provide the incumbent rates.
Response 2:
Per Word Rate, Group A Languages: .13 cents per word Per Word Rate, Group B Languages: .17 cents per word Emergency Rate, Group A: .17 cents per word Emergency Rate, Group B: .17 cents per word
Question 3: What is the anticipated volume for translation?
Response 3: Work is on an as needed basis.
Question 3: What is the historical volume for translation?
Response 3: In Fiscal Year 2014-15, there was a total of 106 translation assignments.
Question 4: Please advise if this solicitation is multi or single vendor award.
Response 4: Please see IFB, General Information, Article XIII Basis of Award.
Question 5: What is the average length of a document translation?
Response 5: Translation Services are on an as needed basis.
Question 6: What type(s) of files will CDE send the awarded vendor to be translated?
Response 6: See IFB, Exhibit A, Scope of Work, Article VII Section A. Translation Process.
Question 7: What is the frequency of desktop publishing requests?
Response 7: Although historically uncommon, translation requests including desktop proofreading requests are on an as needed basis.
Question 8: Can we propose an alternative pricing model in addition to the one you have provided, pricing languages by different groups or individually?
Response 8: No. See IFB, General Information, Article VIII Bid Submission.
Question 9: Can we provide pricing separately for translation and proofreading services?
Response 9: No. See IFB, General Information, Article VII Bid Submission.
Question 10: Is CDE willing to reconsider, and accept minimum and/or desktop publishing charges?
Response 10: See, IFB, Exhibit A, Scope of Work, Article III, Section E.
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