Addendum 2 RFP MESA.pdf
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This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) Addendum No. 02 from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) for Mechanical Engineering Support and Assistance (MESA) contract CZ-2664-06012025. The addendum provides clarifications to four key questions from prospective bidders, including requirements for accounting system certification (must be completed within three years), mandatory facility location (within 150 miles of JPL), and personnel qualifications. Specifically, JPL confirmed that bidders can use DCAA, third-party, or independent accounting firm reports for system review, must have a facility within 150 miles of JPL, and can identify the same personnel across multiple technical disciplines and management roles.
The RFP maintains its original due date, and bidders are required to submit Attachment A-1 to acknowledge receipt of this addendum. The document is signed by Christine Zuro, Subcontracts Manager, with contact information provided, and was electronically signed on September 10, 2025 at 18:29:42 GMT.
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JPL 7183, R 11/12
Jet Propulsion Laboratory California Institute of Technology
4800 Oak Grove Drive Pasadena, California 91109-8099
(818) 354-4321
September 10, 2025
Attention: Prospective Bidders
Subject: Request for Proposal (RFP) Addendum No. 02 to JPL RFP No.
CZ-2664-06012025
This addendum is provided to all proposers for clarification of the subject RFP for Mechanical Engineering Support and Assistance (MESA).
1. Proposal Instruction Section 1.1: States “Adequacy of the accounting system must have been completed within the last three years.” Since DCAA audits are scheduled by the agency and not in the company’s control, would JPL consider extending the three-year limit to seven years?
Given these circumstances, the extended period would allow for proper alignment with audit cycles while still ensuring compliance and accountability.
JPL’s Answer to Question 1: The RFP Instructions state: “Adequacy of the accounting system must have been completed within the last three years. Proposers must meet the mandatory qualification prior to the release date of the subject RFP to be a qualified source.” Prospective bidders can engage an accounting firm to conduct an accounting system review. One of the following reports will be accepted for review:
A Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) accounting system certification/report.
A third-party accounting system certification/report (e.g., another government agency or prime contractor).
A letter or report from the proposer’s independent accounting firm stating that the firm approves of the adequacy of the proposer’s accounting system.
2. Section 3.13.1 of the Standard Subcontract: Includes a statement that the subcontractor facilities “Satisfies the requirements in Article 1 and is within close proximity approximately one hundred and fifty miles (150) miles driving distance of JPL.” Is it a firm requirement for this RFP that we have a facility located within 150 miles of JPL?
JPL 7183, R 11/12
JPL’s Answer to Question 2: Yes, it is a firm requirement that the subcontractor has a facility within one hundred and fifty miles (150) miles of JPL.
3. Reference Criterion T1, Factors 2 and 4: With respect to identification of personnel for SOW disciplines, is it permissible for a given person to be identified as providing expertise under more than one technical discipline?
JPL’s Answer to Question 3: Yes, it is permissible for a given person to be identified as providing expertise under more than on technical discipline.
4. Reference Criterion T1, Factors 2 and 4: Can a given person be identified as both Key Personnel of Program Manager and also as providing expertise under one or more technical disciplines?
JPL’s Answer to Question 4: Yes, a given person can be identified as both Key Personnel of Program Manager and also as providing expertise under one or more technical disciplines.
The RFP due date is not changed by this addendum.
As required by the RFP’s General Instructions, indicate receipt of this and any other addendums relative to the subject RFP. Attachment A-1 must be submitted to JPL with your proposal.
Sincerely, Christine Zuro Subcontracts Manager 26 | Acquisition M: 747.261.8835 Christine.M.Zuro@jpl.nasa.gov
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