1_SF30AMENDMENTNo.1toRFP-Dayton_00016.doc

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

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U.S. Department of Labor

Office of the Secretary for Administration and M<anagement (OASAM) 230 S. Dearborn Street

Suite 1086 Chicago, IL 60604

SAME

DOLJ08RA00016

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9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

June 20, 2007

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

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10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers FORMCHECKBOX is extended, FORMCHECKBOX is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a)By completing items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment your desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

Not Applicable

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

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C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

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D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor FORMCHECKBOX is not, FORMCHECKBOX is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.

Purpose: To amend the Request for Proposal to: 1) Revise the Career Preparation and Career Development Programs to reflect the current Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH) requirements; 2) Revise the dollar threshold for duplication of effort requirements, 3) Revise the allowed medium format for Subcontracting Plans and the Business Management Proposal; and 4) Revise the inflation rate used in projecting costs. To provide potential bidders the questions and responses and other pertinent information from the Pre-Proposal Conference held on Tuesday, July 10, 2007. All potential bidders not in attendance at the Pre-Proposal Conference who require copies of the attachments must request this information in writing to the Contracting Officer.

Modification: Changes in Section C. Statement of Work, C.3 Program Content, Paragraphs B. Career Preparation Period and C. Career Development Period; Section H. Special Contract Requirements, H.3 Duplication of Effort; and Section L. Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors or Respondents, L.7, B., 4. Subcontracting Plan and 5. Cost Justification - Business Management Proposal (BMP), Items a. Content, 5. Option Extension Information – Center and 8. Option Extension Information – OA/CTS – (if applicable). See attached Pages for specific modifications to RFP and the question(s) and response(s) from the Pre-Proposal Conference.

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

Sandra Perkins, Contracting Officer Chicago Regional Office, OASAM

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

15C. DATE SIGNED

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

SECTION C. STATEMENT OF WORK.

C.3

PROGRAM CONTENT

Pages 7-12 – Replace Paragraph B. Career Preparation Period and Paragraph C. Career Development Period with the following:

“B.

Career Preparation Period The contractor shall provide each new student with comprehensive Career Preparation activities designed to assist the student to acclimate to center life, fully participate in center activities, set career goals, and acquire basic skills to enhance job readiness and job search competencies, in accordance with PRH 2.

1. Center Plan: The contractor shall develop a comprehensive Career Preparation Plan that will ensure efficient and effective delivery of services to students. Specific requirements for a delivery system are outlined in PRH, 2.1.

2. Introduction to Center Life: The contractor shall provide a comprehensive introduction to center life for new arrivals. The program shall provide activities to assist students in learning about center offerings, standards and procedures and assist them in making a successful transition to center life. Requirements for program content and structure are contained in PRH, 2.2.

3. Student Assessment: The contractor shall assess student needs and interests so that services can be assigned appropriately. Requirements for program content and structure are contained in PRH, 2.3.

4. Personal Counseling: The contractor shall provide initial intervention and counseling services to address the personal and social development needs of students, and to coordinate the delivery of center and community services. Requirements are contained in PRH 2.4.

5. Student Career Planning: The contractor shall provide students with a program of career exploration, and assist students in developing Personal Career Development Plans, in accordance with requirements contained in PRH 2.5.

6. Navigating the Labor Market: The contractor shall provide new students with an introduction to fundamental job search and information technology skills needed to successfully navigate the labor market. Requirements are contained in PRH 2.6.

7.

Career Success Standards: The contractor shall provide new students with an overview and introduction to center expectations, behavioral standards, and the career success standards they will be expected to meet during enrollment in order to successfully participate in the program and become employable as required in PRH 2.7.

8.

Personal Development Skills: The contractor shall provide new students with an introduction to social and employability skills, conflict resolution skills and introductory driver’s education training to facilitate employment readiness and successful participation in the Job Corps Program. Requirements for program content and structure are contained in PRH, 2.8.

9.

Career Development Readiness: The contractor shall ensure that students are fully prepared for successful participation in the Career Development Period by providing services required in PRH 2.8.

C. Career Development Period The contractor shall provide an integrated program of center-based, work-based and independent living skills training which shall meet all the requirements of the PRH, Chapter 3. The program shall be delivered to ensure that students:

· Acquire the foundation skills, specific knowledge and competencies needed to achieve their career goals.

· Understand how to progress in the work place environment.

· Move successfully from the learning environment to the work environment.

· Experience personal growth.

· Learn self-management, personal responsibility and both community and independent living skills.

At a minimum, the training program shall consist of:

1. Center Plan: The contractor shall develop a comprehensive Career Development Plan that will ensure efficient and effective delivery of work place and life skills training to students. Specific requirements for a delivery system are outlined in PRH, 3.1.

2. Administration and Management of Career Development Services: The contractor shall develop administrative processes to ensure efficient and effective delivery of training to students. Specific requirements for a delivery system are outlined in PRH, 3.2.

3. Personal and Career Counseling: The contractor shall provide students with personal and career counseling services to assess individual needs, provide career guidance and deliver appropriate services to meet individual needs. Personal and Career Counseling services shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of PRH, 3.3.

4. Student Standards of Conduct: The contractor shall develop a system which promotes high standards of student conduct through the application of incentives and sanctions. The contractor shall maintain an environment that is free from drugs and violence. Students shall be provided with opportunities for due process in disciplinary proceedings. Rules and procedures for student conduct are provided in PRH, 3.4.

5. Evaluation of Student Progress: The contractor shall provide a system for periodically evaluating student progress and collaborating with students to set short and long range career goals. Required content is found in PRH, 3.5.

6. Center-based Learning Standards: The contractor shall establish standards for curriculum design, development and implementation. Requirements for content and structure are contained in PRH, 3.6.

7. Career Success Standards: The contractor shall provide students with a center culture that regularly fosters opportunities to learn and practice a set of behavioral expectations that support employability and social development for career success as required in PRH 3.7.

8. Work-based Learning Standards: The contractor shall incorporate work-based learning as a primary instructional method of training. Students shall be provided opportunities to learn about career opportunities and employer expectations, and to learn about and apply new occupational skills in actual work places and on work projects, including VST projects. Specific requirements regarding training methods and procedures are found in PRH, 3.8.

9. Reading: The contractor shall develop and administer reading skills instruction which provides students with the skills needed for employment in their chosen careers and assists them to function independently in society. Instruction is required for each of the reading competencies listed in PRH, 3.9.

10. Mathematics: The contractor shall develop and administer instruction in mathematics skills which provides students with the skills needed for employment in their chosen careers. Instruction is required for each of the mathematics competencies listed in PRH, 3.10.

11. GED Certificate/High School Diploma: The contractor shall provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the examination for the General Educational Development Certificate (GED) or to obtain their High School Diploma (HSD). The contractor shall make every possible effort to assure that students attain their GED or HSD. Specific requirements for the GED/HSD program are found in PRH, 3.11.

12. English as a Second Language (ESL) (( is ( is not applicable to this contract): If applicable, the contractor shall provide students with limited English proficiency the opportunity to develop English language and acculturation skills. Specific requirements for ESL are contained in PRH, 3.12.

13. Career Technical Training: The contractor shall provide individualized competency-based career technical training for students. Training shall provide students with the skills required for entry-level employment in specific careers approved by the Department of Labor. Specific requirements for career technical training are listed in PRH, 3.13.

The following career technical training programs are currently offered at the center:

Health Occupations

(CNA 30 / Medical Assistant 30 / Pharmacy 24)

*Indicates programs offered by National Training Contractors

14. Concurrent Vocational Training Program (( is ( is not applicable to this contract): The contractor shall broaden vocational training opportunities available to Job Corps students through linkages with external training providers. The program shall meet all the requirements of PRH, 3.14.

15. Information Technology: The contractor shall provide students with instruction and practice in applied information technology, computer-based learning, and business-related technology. Specific skills and knowledge which must be incorporated into all training activities are outlined in PRH, 3.15.

16. Residential Living: The contractor shall create a safe, clean and attractive environment that allows students to learn and practice independent and community living skills. Requirements and content are found in PRH 3.16.

17. Wellness: The contractor shall provide instruction to students on practices which lead to physical and mental health and which enhance employability. Instruction is required for each of the subjects listed in PRH, 3.17.

18. Recreation and Leisure Time: The contractor shall provide students a comprehensive program of recreational activities and events which promotes productive and socially acceptable use of leisure time. Activities shall be provided that build self-esteem and enhance the Job Corps experience by providing opportunities for all students to participate in enjoyable and safe activities. The program shall meet all the requirements of PRH, 3.18.

19. Student Government and Leadership: The contractor shall develop and support activities which enable students to learn and practice skills in leadership, citizenship, and self-government. The activities shall include a student benefit fund, to be managed by student government with the assistance of center staff. Requirements for content and structure are contained in PRH, 3.19.

20. Driver Education: The contractor shall provide driver education training to all students who do not already possess driver’s licenses. Students shall be provided the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the State examination and shall be given the opportunity to acquire a driver’s license while enrolled. Specific requirements for driver education are contained in PRH, 3.20.

21. Career Transition Readiness: The contractor shall develop and implement systems and procedures to assist students to effectively transition from center life to the workforce. Requirements are detailed in PRH 3.21.”

SECTION H. SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.3

DUPLICATION OF EFFORT

Page 31 – Replace the second sentence with the following: “The contractor shall include the provisions of this paragraph in every subcontract issued hereunder which exceeds $3,000.”

SECTION L. INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

L.7

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

B. Specific Instructions – Step 1: Initial Proposal

4. Subcontracting Plan (Does not apply to Small Businesses) Page 116 – Replace the last sentence of the first paragraph with the following: “The offeror shall complete and submit Exhibit J-24, Subcontracting Plan Summary Sheet both in hard copy and on 3.5” floppy disk or CD-ROM using EXCEL 2003 or earlier version.”

5. Cost Justification – Business Management Proposal (BMP)

a. Content:

Page 117 – Replace “EXCEL 2000” in the second paragraph with “EXCEL 2003”.

5. Option Extension Information - Center Page 122 – Replace the last sentence with the following: “For the purposes of this RFP, the inflationary rate used in projecting costs shall be 2.4%.”

8. Option Extension Information – OA/CTS – (if applicable) Page 124 – Replace the last sentence of the second paragraph with the following: “For the purposes of this RFP, the inflationary rate used in projecting costs shall be 2.4%.”

QUESTIONS FROM PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE HELD JULY 10, 2007, AT DAYTON JOB CORPS CENTER Question(s) from Potential Offerors – Pre-proposal Conference Question 1:

Pages 10, 11, and 12, Section C.3.C (9), C.3.C (15), and C.3.C (20 – References to Communication Skills, Employability Skills, Diversity Training, and Social Skills Training have been replaced by the Career Success Standards, as instructed in PRH Change Notice 05-16. Are we to address these four components as part of our responses to the Career Development questions found in section L of this RFP?

Answer:

No. The RFP is revised per this Amendment No. 1 to reflect the current PRH requirements.

Question 2:

Page 31 – Section H.3 Duplication of Effort - The new micro-purchase amount is $3,000. Can this provision amount be increased to $3,000?

Answer:

Yes. The amount is revised per this Amendment No. 1.

Question 3:

Page 114 – L.7, B.2.a.(3) - Is there a limit to the number of pages a resume may have?

Answer:

No. As stated in Paragraph b., the page limitation for this section excludes resumes.

Question 4:

Page 116 – L.7, B., 4. Subcontracting Plan - Indicates that the Subcontracting plan must be submitted “on 3.5” floppy disk using EXCEL 2000 or earlier”. Can it be submitted on a CD-ROM and in EXCEL 2003?

Answer:

Yes, this is revised per this Amendment No. 1.

Question 5:

Page 117 – L.7, B., 5. (a) - Indicates that the schedules must be provided in “EXCEL 2000 or earlier version”. Can it be submitted in EXCEL 2003?

Answer:

Yes, this is revised per this Amendment No. 1.

Question 6:

Page 121-122 –L.7, B. 5. 5 Option Extension Information – Center - Section states “for the purpose of this RFP, the inflationary rate in projecting cost should be 2.1%”. Does this include the base years?

Answer:

The inflationary rate is revised to 2.4% per this Amendment No. 1, and includes the base years.

Question 7:

Page 127 – Section L.7.C.2(c) - Offeror’s Presentation Team – Is it permissible to include a technician, in addition to the five presenters, on the presentation team?

Answer:

Yes.

END OF AMENDMENT NO. 1

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