Amendment_Q_and_A.docx

If a model requires initial training and updates from the creator of the model, How do I list that cost on the pricing section?

· The bidder should offer a per session price that is sufficient to meet any expenses incurred, including any initial training or training updates.

Also what is the meaning of Technical Assumptions?

· An assumptions or true facts or events that will happen for certain.

Will a Licensed person have to be present in all groups?

· Yes, a licensed person who meets the qualifications specified in section 9.2(a)(1) needs to be present for all sessions delivered in relation to Tasks 1-6.

In the RFQ Letter, Section One, Introduction, it states that quotes must be submitted directly through the GSA E-buy system. How does one log on to the GSA E-buy system? The log on page requires a GAS contract number and password with no link to set up a contractor account. According to the GSA E-buy help desk, you must have a GSA contract number to use the system. Will a quote be rejected if it is only emailed to the addressees identified in the section and not submitted through GSA E-buy?

· FedBizOps solicitation # is CSOSA16Q0031. GSA e-Buy posting # is RFQ1103847. If you are not already registered in GSA, you may not be able to submit your proposal through GSA. If that is the case, you can submit directly to me ONLY if you are already registered in SAM https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM/#1#1 as well as currently ACTIVE status in SAM. You may contact the SAM helpdesk support if you need further assistance. Once you are registered in SAM, it should only take 2-3 days to receive ACTIVE status. You should coordinate with the SAM helpdesk support in making sure that you are ACTIVE in SAM.

According to the SOW section 9.2 Qualified personnel, “The Contractor may only provide therapeutic counseling (applies to TASKS 1 through 4) under this contract using licensed personnel. All unlicensed personnel must work under the supervision of a licensed personnel, who shall present at each group session.”

Correction to section 9.2: “The Contractor may only provide therapeutic counseling (applies to TASKS 1 through 6)”

0. Do tasks 5,6, and 9 require licensed personnel?

· Tasks 5 and 6 do require licensed personnel, who shall be present at group session. Task 9 does not required licensed personnel

0. Is it permissible for an unlicensed facilitator to lead groups 4 and 5? If yes, does a licensed facilitator have to be present during those groups?

· No, it is not permissible for unlicensed facilitators to lead groups 4 and 5. Licensed personnel shall be present.