Solicitation DE-SOL-0001933 Amendment 003 Questions_Answers.docx

Solicitation DE-SOL-0001933 Amendment 003 – 06/22/2010 Question 1) Is the rate I state a bundled rate (i.e. to include prep time and overhead)?

Answer to Question 1) Yes.

Question 2) Is travel time billable?

Answer to Question 2) No. Travel time is not a separate line-item and should be figured in the bundled rate.

Question 3) From page 15, what is the “simplified acquisition threshold?”

Answer to Question 3) The Simplified Acquisition Threshold is $100,000.00

Question 4) From page 11: Re c(8)(i), is there an addendum indicating “emerging” small business?

Answer to Question 4) No.

Question 5) From page 11 regarding 9: does the solicitation contain FAR 52.219-23 or -25?

Answer to Question 5) No.

Question 6) From page 18 regarding l: if TIN is in the CCR database, is it true that none of the numbered items (1 through 5) need be addressed?

Answer to Question 6) TIN and items 1 through 5 still do need to be addressed.

Question 7) Does the Period of Performance include the time for initially administering the 360 assessment?

Answer to Question 7) The period of performance covers the initial assessment and follow-on coaching sessions. The initial assessments occur prior to September 30, 2010, and the follow-on optional sessions occur after the initial assessments occur.

Question 8) What county does Richland, WA fall under for Federal Travel Regulations (FTR)?

(It is in Benton County but this county is not on the list from gsa.gov).

Answer to Question 8) Per the FTR: “If neither the city nor the county is listed, the location is a standard CONUS destination with a rate of $70.00 for lodging and $46.00 for meals and incidental expenses (M&IE).” Please note that the first and last day of travel M&IE rate is at 75% of the full rate (or $34.50) for this location.

Question 9) Where can we get a copy of an editable form 1449?

Answer to Question 9) The form is only available in a PDF format due to our procurement system. Offerors may hand-write the pricing information, type it or put pricing information within Section B Pricing table. Please note the signature page is still required. You may mail, fax or scan and e-mail the signature to 509-376-5378.

Question 10) Do we need to send a copy of our entire original ORCA representation and certification?

Answer to Question 10) Yes.

Question 11) Can we submit electronically or do you need a paper copy?

Answer to Question 11) You may submit the proposal electronically as a PDF or e-mail the proposal and fax the signature to 509-376-5378.

Question 12) What time is the proposal due on the 24th? Is it 2 p.m. Pacific Time or 4:30 p.m.?

Answer to Question 12) The proposal is due 2000 Pacific Time. 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time.