Revised Section L - OPSCAP II RFP - CLEAN.docx

L-900. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS (Proposal Requirements)

I. Proposal Format

A. General: The following instructions cover the preparation and submittal of the Offeror’s proposal for this solicitation. Offerors must follow the instructions contained herein. Offerors are cautioned that any noncompliance with the terms and conditions of the RFP may cause their proposal to be determined not eligible for award. If a joint venture arrangement exists for this acquisition, the Offeror shall provide a copy of the joint venture agreement that is signed and dated by all joint venture members as part of the proposal submission. Offerors shall submit only one proposal for the Operations Capability Support as the Government will review only one proposal per Offeror. Proposals must be received by HQ SpOC/SAM-D Attention: Joseph Willard (joseph.willard@spaceforce.mil) and Shawn McGee (shawn.mcgee.1@spaceforce.mil) no later than the date and time specified in Block 8 on the face page of the RFP.

B. Communications: Exchanges of source selection information between the Government and Offerors will be controlled by the Contracting Officer. Email may be used to transmit such information only if the email can be sent encrypted, and must include “Source Selection Information – See FAR 2.101 and 3.104” in the subject line of the email. Otherwise, source selection information will be transmitted via DoD SAFE. In order to facilitate the sending and receiving of encrypted emails, Offerors must use MS Outlook email configured to support encryption or a different email product that is S/MIME compatible and configured to support encryption. If you intend to submit your source selection information via encrypted email, you will need to contact the Contracting Officer indicated on the face page of the solicitation prior to that first submittal in order to exchange certificates used for encryption. To ensure the process is working correctly, send a test encrypted message first (without including any source selection information). Otherwise, source selection information will be transmitted via direct mailing or DoD SAFE https://safe.apps.mil/. When submitting source selection information via email, file suppression utilities, to include but not limited to zip files, will not be accepted.

II. Volume Organization

A. General: Proposals shall be submitted to the Government in four (4) separate volumes as set forth below:

*Note regarding Volume II: Below is a breakdown of the page limitations for each subfactor that comprises this volume:

Volume II, Technical (Factor 1)

In addition to the page limits set forth above, proposal volumes shall comply with the following format:

1. Each volume shall be marked with the solicitation number and the Offeror’s name and address, and the number of the Volume, i.e. I, II, III, etc. Proposals shall be in the English language and all prices shall be proposed in United States dollars.

2. Print shall be no smaller than a font size of 12. Paper size shall be 8 1/2” X 11,” excluding any drawings, diagrams, and/or supporting illustrations, spreadsheets, etc. Charts, graphs, drawings, diagrams, supporting illustrations, or spreadsheets shall not be greater than 11” x 17.” Each volume within the proposal shall be separately identified. Margins shall be no smaller than 1 inch and each page within a volume shall be numbered consecutively. Elaborate formats, bindings, color presentations are not desired or required.

3. The page limit for Volume II, Written Technical Proposal is 85 pages. There is no page limitation for Volume I - Contracting Volume, Volume III - Small Business Commitment, and Volume IV - Cost Proposal. The page limits include any cover page, charts, graphs, drawings, diagrams, supporting illustrations, spreadsheets, etc., but excludes any table of contents or list of acronyms (if utilized). Offerors are cautioned that any pages that exceed the page limits shall not be read, but shall be removed and either retained in the contract file without being considered in the evaluation, or, sent back to the Offeror.

4. Page limits may be placed on responses to Evaluation Notices (ENs), if issued. The specified page limits for EN responses will be identified in the letters forwarding the ENs to Offerors or on the EN form itself.

5. Each page containing proprietary information should be so marked.

6. Each page should contain the following legend at the bottom of each sheet:

SOURCE SELECTION INFORMATION--SEE FAR 2.101 and 3.104

CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION

B. Volume I, Contracting Volume

1. General: Volume I, Contracting Volume requirements shall consist of the completed and signed RFP, to include any amendments issued, with a cover letter delineating any exceptions taken to the RFP terms and conditions with accompanying rationale, a completed Subcontracting Plan, and documentation for the additional basic contract requirements addressed below. However, Offerors are cautioned that any noncompliance with the terms and conditions of the RFP may cause their proposal to be determined not eligible for award. Offerors shall ensure that all clauses and provisions that require “fill in” information are appropriately completed, including the proposed prices associated with the contract line items in the Schedule of the RFP.

2. Subcontracting Plan (Applicable to Other Than Small Businesses ONLY): The Offeror shall provide a Small Business Subcontracting Plan IAW FAR Subpart 52.219-9 Alternate II, FAR Subpart 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns, DFARS 252.219-7003, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DoD Contracts), DFARS 252.219-7004, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Test Program), and AFFARS 5319.704, Subcontracting Plan Requirements. The Small Business Subcontracting Plan will be assessed to ensure it meets the FAR, DFARS, and AFFARS requirements prior to award of a contract.

Note: Describe how specific subcontracting percentage goals and targets will be met for the contract expressed in dollars and in percentages of the total contract dollars and total subcontracting dollars to each socio-economic small business category listed above. The subcontracting goals may be met by any combination of subcontracts or vendor purchases and should make use of small businesses to the maximum extent practicable.

For proposal purposes, an anticipated obligated value is provided for completing the Small Business Subcontracting Plan. Offerors shall use an anticipated obligated value of $200,000,000.00.

3. Additional Basic Contract Requirements: In order to be eligible for a basic contract award, the Offeror must provide documented proof of an adequate accounting system determination that is supported by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) [Reference FAR l6.30l-3]. An adequate accounting system is not an evaluation criterion. It is a regulatory requirement with a pass/fail determination. A contract may only be awarded to the Offerors who are determined to have an adequate accounting system. If an Offeror does not have this documentation included in the Contracting Volume, that Offeror will be ineligible for award of a basic contract. All Offerors shall include the documentation set forth at 1-2 below. In the event an Offeror does not have the documentation below, they shall address each one separately to include the current status of each of the items:

1. Determinations on the Offeror’s Estimating and Purchasing Systems supported by DCAA/DCMA

2. Indirect Rate documentation such as Provisional Billing Rate Agreements, Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRA), Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP), and Forward Pricing Rate Recommendations (FPRR).

C. Volume II, Technical (Factor 1)

1. General: The written technical proposal shall be clear, concise, and include all the information required by this solicitation in sufficient detail for effective evaluation. The proposal should not simply rephrase or restate the Government’s requirements, but rather shall provide convincing rationale to address how the Offeror intends to meet these requirements. Offerors shall assume the Government has no prior knowledge of their capabilities, work processes, facilities, and experience and will base its evaluation on the information presented in the Offeror’s technical proposal.

2. Cross-Reference Matrix: As part of Offerors’ proposals, a separate cross-reference matrix shall be completed and submitted with the Technical Volume. All referenced paragraphs include all subsequent subparagraphs (for example, 1.3.3 includes 1.3.3.1, 1.3.3.1.2, 1.3.3.1.3, etc.). Offerors shall fill in the columns related to their proposal. This is only a tool to assist in the proposal preparation process. Offerors are ultimately responsible for ensuring that their proposal fully addresses all areas and that all requested information is completed in accordance with Sections L and M of this solicitation. Offerors shall complete the last column of this matrix with paragraph number references from the Technical Volume. Offerors may provide additional references to the other columns as deemed necessary. See below Table example format:

CROSS-REFERENCE MATRIX EXAMPLE

Subfactor 1 – Strategic Approach Aspect 1: Staffing Management Approach

Subfactor 1 – Strategic Approach Aspect 2: Quality Control Approach

Subfactor 2 – Technical Approach Aspect 1: C2 Operations Support

Subfactor 2 – Technical Approach Aspect 2: DCO-S Support

Subfactor 2 – Technical Approach Aspect 3: Enterprise SATCOM Support

Subfactor 2 – Technical Approach Aspect 4: Facility Support

Subfactor 2 – Technical Approach Aspect 5: Space Cadre Talent Management Support

Subfactor 3 – Task Order Staffing/Transition Approach Aspect 1: Staffing Approach

Subfactor 3 – Task Order Staffing/Transition Approach Aspect 2: Transition Approach

Acronym List. An acronym list shall be provided as an attachment within the Technical Volume.

3. Format and Specific Content: The following information shall be provided in the written technical proposal and will be evaluated to assess the proposed technical approach and associated technical risk in accordance with Section M-900, Evaluation Basis for Award. The written technical proposal shall address each of the following subfactors to describe the Offeror’s proposed approach to performing the requirements set forth in the basic IDIQ PWS and Task Order 1 PWS as annotated. For each subfactor, the Offeror shall identify risks, if any, associated with the proposed approach and actions the Offeror will take to mitigate the identified risks. If no risks/mitigations are identified in the Offeror’s proposal, it indicates the Offeror does not consider any risk associated with the Offeror’s proposed approach.

3.1. Subfactor 1: Strategic Approach (IDIQ PWS) - Offeror shall submit a Strategic Approach to meeting the IDIQ PWS (Attachment L1) inclusive of a proposed Staffing Approach and Quality Control Approach.

3.1.1. Aspect 1: Staffing Approach: Submit a Staffing Approach that describes the Offeror's:

· ability to provide an overarching Program Management capability through oversight of key personnel in performance of the IDIQ contract;

· general recruiting and training strategy, standard operating procedures, and capacity, that are required to meet the requirements of the IDIQ PWS;

· process for networking or obtaining outside resources to augment the pool of qualified personnel; and

· process for maintaining a workforce and quickly filling unexpected vacancies, i.e., retention incentives, recruitment bonuses, etc.

3.1.2. Aspect 2: Quality Control (QC) Approach: Submit a QC Approach that explains the approach an Offeror will take to:

· ensure quality, schedule, cost, and performance for both cost reimbursable and Firm Fixed Price task orders;

· provide sufficient oversight to effectively manage and integrate team partners, and the flow-down process of its QC Approach to ensure consistency among the team;

· effectively identify and resolve problems arising between team partners; and

· notify the Government of issues affecting contract performance, contract impact, proposed mitigation, and provide for contractor self-oversight.

3.2. Subfactor 2: Technical Approach (Space and Cyber Operations Task Order (TO) PWS) - Offeror shall submit a Technical Approach to meeting the TO PWS (Attachment L2) requirements inclusive of all the requirements identified in the TO PWS with emphasis in four key areas identified below.

3.2.1. Aspect 1: Command & Control (C2) Operations Support

· Describe an approach specific to TO PWS paragraph 1.3.1:

· to support Functional Area Managers and the Weapon System Lead for USSF Command and Control (C2) operations units, USSPACECOM’s National Space Defense Center C2, and all required capabilities as they pertain to the Generation, Presentation, and Sustainment of USSF and USSPACECOM NSDC C2 Operational forces;

· demonstrating an understanding of the development of USSF C2 operations concepts for CFSCC, NSDC, subordinate units, and International Partners; and

· demonstrating an understanding of C2 operations policies and procedures as related to all non-USSF Air Operations Centers, the use of classified systems to include Special Access Program systems.

3.2.2. Aspect 2: Defense Cyber Operations-Space (DCO-S) Support

· Describe an approach specific to TO PWS paragraph 1.3.2:

· providing mission and planning analysis for DCO / Offensive Cyber Operations / Cyber C2 / Cyber Situational Awareness / DoD Information Operations concepts and programs and supporting the strategic technical planning and analysis for current and future proactive defensive cyber operations capabilities;

· to identify recommendations supporting the writing of the Concept of Operations to support DCO-S operational capabilities, and an approach to the rapid development, acquisition, and fielding of capabilities to meet urgent operational needs; and

· to make recommendations for Special Technical Operations planning/processes in execution of mission capabilities supporting multiple COCOMs; and

· demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of DoD JCIDS processes in conjunction with DCO/OCO/Cyber C2/Cyber SA/DoDIN operational utility consistent with Government architectures and guidance.

3.2.3. Aspect 3: Enterprise Satellite Communications (SATCOM)

· Describe an approach specific to TO PWS 1.3.3:

· to provide the required technical assistance and subject matter expertise (SME) support for the Military Satellite Communications and Commercial Satellite Communications mission areas under Protected, Wideband, Narrowband, and Commercial systems as described in the PWS;

· to meet the development of Mission Area Initial Capabilities Documents, Initial Capabilities Documents, Capability Development Documents, Capability Production Documents, senior leadership intent, Service & Joint requirements council memos, studies, and other efforts in support of the emerging SATCOM programs JCIDS or acquisition processes;

· specifying the delivery of operational management, planning, technical assistance to support the restoral recommendations for ensuring standardized, high quality, integrated and uninterrupted SATCOM resources are provided for USSPACECOM and Combatant Commands; and

· provide 24x7 support to the SATCOM Integrated Operations Division.

3.2.4. Aspect 4: Facility Support

· Detail the approach specific to TO PWS paragraph 1.3.13, to provide meeting facilities capable of accommodating up to 150 personnel to support technical exchange meetings, conferences, working groups, and other collaboration and mission related activities at the Unclassified, Secret, Top Secret, and Top Secret/SCI, and Special Access Required (SAR) levels within a 5 mile radius of Peterson AFB.

3.2.5. Aspect 5: Space Cadre Talent Management Support

· Detail an approach specific to TO PWS 1.3.9:

· To providing support for the SCTMO in modifying, maintaining and executing queries against the Space Talent Analysis & Requirements System (STARS) for tracking Total Force (Active Duty, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard) space cadre military and civilian personnel and billets using Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Enterprise Edition.

· In providing the development and maintenance of training system requirements for space systems including system training plan development, and initial operational assessment. This will include review of requirements and planning documents associated with acquisition and maintenance of training systems supporting space operations.

3.3. Subfactor 3: Task Order Staffing/Transition Approach (TO PWS) - Offeror shall submit a Task Order Staffing/Transition Approach to meet the requirements in the TO PWS (Attachment L2).

3.3.1 Aspect 1: Staffing Approach

· Provide a staffing approach with:

· proposed workforce composition showing labor category, Full Time Equivalents (FTEs), associated number of hours, direct TO PWS requirement supported, security clearance, education/certifications, experience, and if applicable, cross-utilization for the base period and all option years (in the format as provided in Attachment L3, Staffing Approach Table);

· an organizational chart which shows management structure, lines of authority and chain(s) of command including teaming partners and subcontractors as well as applicable experience and qualification summaries;

· clearly identified responsibilities and functional relationships while also describing the approach for proactively managing all TO PWS requirements, and teaming partner/subcontractor relationships; and

· a description of how continuity of services during personnel absences due to sickness, leave, voluntary or involuntary termination from employment will be ensured.

3.3.2 Aspect 2: Transition Approach

· Provide a transition approach that details how the Offeror will successfully transfer all requirements from the incumbent within 60 days of contract award and prior to contract performance start, while minimizing risk to continuity of services for all requirement stakeholders. The approach shall include transfer of Government-furnished supplies, a joint review of all open issues/corrective actions in each function, and methodology for CAC issuance/transition ensuring no degradation or interruption to mission requirements.

D. Volume III, Small Business Commitment (Factor 2)

1. General: The Small Business Commitment is required from all Offerors, including small businesses and companies with Master, Individual, commercial subcontracting plans and/or comprehensive subcontracting plans. The Offeror/joint venture member and each proposed critical subcontractor shall include only the first tier of subcontractors for this effort. Offerors are advised that the Small Business Commitment is not the same as the Small Business Subcontracting Plan required by FAR 52.219-9. Large business Offerors shall not utilize the Small Business Subcontracting Plan in the place of the Small Business Commitment.

2. Small Business Commitment. The two areas that will be evaluated under Small Business Commitment are a Minimum Quantitative Requirement (MQR) of 35% for small business participation and a defined commitment to small business as evidenced by signed teaming agreements. The Offeror shall submit a “Small Business Participation Commitment Document” which specifies the Offeror’s level of commitment to small business utilization in performance of this requirement. The Small Business Participation Commitment Document will be incorporated into the apparent successful Offeror’s Small Business Subcontracting Plan prior to award.

Small Business Commitment will be evaluated on an “Acceptable or Unacceptable” basis as described in Section M, paragraph I.D.1. An Offeror’s proposal must receive an “Acceptable” rating in order to be eligible for award.

If your company is registered as a small business under NAICS 541990 in the System for Award Management (SAM), a Small Business Participation Commitment Document is not required and your company will be given a rating of “Acceptable”. All other Offerors who are not registered as a small business under NAICS 541990 in SAM must address the following two areas in the Small Business Participation Commitment Document:

a. A minimum quantitative requirement (MQR) of 35% of total contract cost for small business concern participation is required. Total contract cost is defined as the cumulative total amount of the contract costs.

Within the 35% MQR, a minimum of 5% shall be reserved for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and another 5% shall be reserved for Women Owned Small Business (WOSB).

b. Signed teaming agreements in which each small business concern utilized as a teaming partner or subcontractor is specifically identified and formally committed to by name. Signed teaming agreements may be submitted in a format determined by the contractor. At a minimum, the teaming agreement will address the name of subcontractors to be utilized, type of small business, type of service(s) and percentage of contracted support the small business will provide. The Government will evaluate the teaming agreement based on the extent of commitment to use the teaming partner as well as the level of enforceability. The purpose of signed teaming agreements is to ensure the prime contractor follows through with utilizing the small businesses they propose to use on this acquisition. Failure to comply with this requirement in a submitted proposal may result in a determination of unresponsiveness and may render the Offeror ineligible for award.

E. Volume IV, Cost (Factor 3)

1. General. In accordance with FAR 15.403-1(b) and 15.403-3(a), the Government shall require data other than certified cost or pricing data to support a determination of price reasonableness and cost realism. Data shall be provided in accordance with FAR 15.403-5. If, after receipt of proposals, the CO determines that there is insufficient data available to determine price reasonableness or cost realism and none of the exceptions in FAR 15.403-1 apply, the Offeror shall be required to submit additional cost data.

All cost information shall be addressed in the Cost Volume. Cost information is only required for the initial task order PWS listed as Attachment L4.

The Offeror shall prepare and submit the Cost proposal in Microsoft (MS) Office Word and Excel 2016 or later native formats. Files received in any other format are unacceptable, will not be reviewed, and will result in the entire proposal being unawardable. The Offeror is encouraged to provide narrative substantiation and rationale in MS Word and any numerical source data, cost summaries, tables, calculations, or similar detailed information in MS Excel. For information submitted in MS Excel, the Offeror shall use formulas and functions to the maximum extent practical and avoid using output type “value only” cells. If links are utilized, the Offeror shall provide those reference files. Spreadsheets and cells within spreadsheets shall not be protected. Worksheets within spreadsheets shall not be hidden.

Numerical data presented in the MS Word narrative that corresponds to a MS Excel submission must be clearly referenced. Numerical data pasted into MS Word as a picture out of another file is discouraged unless it is clearly referenced to a corresponding MS Excel file or its derivation is unambiguous. The Offeror is responsible for ensuring that the information provided, whether in MS Word or MS Excel, is traceable throughout the Cost Volume and the remainder of the proposal, as applicable.

2. Format. The Cost Volume contains no page limits. However, all information provided must relate to cost. Cost information submitted outside of the Cost proposal volumes will not be evaluated.

The Cost Volume shall consist of the following sections:

a. Table of Contents

b. Glossary of terms and abbreviations

c. Estimating System - The Offeror shall provide a summary description of its standard estimating system or methodology. The summary description shall cover separately each major cost element (e.g. Engineering Labor, Manufacturing Labor, Indirect Costs, Other Direct Costs, Overhead, General & Administrative (G&A)). Identify any deviations from stated standard estimating procedures in preparing this cost proposal volume. Indicate whether Government approval of stated system was obtained and, if so, provide evidence of such approval.

d. Purchasing System - The Offeror shall provide a summary description of standard purchasing system or methods (e.g., how material requirements are determined, how sources are selected, when firm quotes are obtained, and what provision is made to ensure quantity and other discounts). Identify any deviations from stated standard procedures in preparing this proposal. Indicate whether Government approval of stated system was obtained and, if so, provide evidence of such approval.

e. Subcontractor Information - The Offeror shall provide a list of all subcontractors, teaming partners, and/or joint venture partners.

f. Ground Rules and Assumptions - The Offeror shall provide an explanation of ground rules and assumptions necessary to fully understand the cost estimates. Topics to be addressed should include, but are not limited to: business base, labor and overhead rates, cost-sharing arrangements, prime-subcontractor relationships, and cost escalation.

3. Task Order PWS Cost Estimate Instructions: IAW FAR 15.403-5(b)(2), the Contracting Officer has determined the use of a specific format is not required for the submission of data other than certified cost or pricing data. Therefore, Offerors may submit data other than certified cost or pricing data in their own unique format to support the proposed cost and fee associated with the Task Order proposal. Although not required for data other than certified cost or pricing data, the Government recommends Offerors utilize Table 15-2 -- Instructions for Submitting Cost Proposals When Certified Cost or Pricing Data Are Required, located at FAR 15.408 and the Proposal Adequacy Checklist located at DFARS 252.215-7009 in the development of the Task Order cost proposal. In the event certified cost or pricing data becomes required, the Offeror shall conform to the Proposal Adequacy Checklist. The cost summary submitted by the Offeror shall include: (1) Total Task Order Cost Summary (summary of all major cost elements for the total task order proposal), (2) Task Order Cost by year Summary (summary of all major cost elements broken out by each task order year, (3) Task Order Cost by CLIN summary (complete Attachment L4), and (4) Task Order Cost by CLIN by year Summary (complete Attachment L4). “Year” is defined as the task order annual period of performance.

4. Task Order PWS Cost Estimate Proposal Breakdown: TO Rates and Escalation. The following provides guidelines for the major cost elements normally associated with the buildup of labor rates and required support documentation, which is intended to be CPFF. The following breakout is required from Offerors. Offerors shall provide complete breakouts of proposed labor following the criteria below:

a. The Offeror shall propose Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) labor rates and labor hours for all labor categories required for successful performance of the Task Order PWS which will serve as the initial task order. The Offeror’s cost proposal shall indicate the labor rate build up and yearly escalation as indicated below.

b. Base Labor Rates and Hours: Show base labor rates and hours associated with each labor category. Base rates are the hourly rates that the employees will be paid for performance under the contract. A labor rate shall be proposed for each labor category along with the basis and rationale for all proposed base labor rates. The most common basis for a proposed base labor rate is the actual rate the employee is currently being paid. When a composite base labor rate is proposed, a separate worksheet that identifies the individuals, their rates, and the weighting assigned to each rate to arrive at the single composite rate shall be provided. If an individual in a particular labor category is currently not employed, a verifiable method used to establish the reasonableness of the proposed rate shall be provided, e.g. Salary.com, quotes, etc. Supporting payroll data and rationale for all position classifications anticipated to be used under the contract shall be submitted as part of the proposal. The labor categories and labor rates provided will be incorporated into the IDIQ to serve as ceiling rates for those positions for the next five years of ordering. Any rates for performance after the fifth contract year of the IDIQ will be adjusted using the proposed escalation rate (see below) utilized during the competitive acquisition process.

c. Base Labor Rate Escalation: Current rates will require adjustment for annual cost of living increases. Base rate adjustments can occur when calculating year one rates if employees would normally receive pay increases prior to the end of the first contract year. Base rates for contract out-years will require escalation adjustments to reflect what employees will receive for those periods. The methodology used to escalate out-year rates shall be provided to include the basis for the escalation factors used and the date that pay increases are effective.

d. Indirect Rates: Common indirect rates are Labor Overhead, Fringe Benefits, and General & Administrative (G&A). In the proposal, show each individual rate, as applicable, and describe the allocation base. The allocation base is the cost category that the rate is multiplied by to calculate the indirect dollars. An example is a labor overhead rate applied to direct labor dollars; the latter being the allocation base. If current Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRAs) or approved provisional billing rates are available, provide a copy of the FPRAs or approved provisional billing rates in addition to identifying the cognizant Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) and his/her location. If a current FPRA or approved provisional billing rates are not available, provide the name and address of any Government audit agency or independent audit firm that has conducted an audit and include a copy of said audit in the cost proposal. If no such audit exists, so state.

If no indirect rate audit information is available, financial data and the methodology used to calculate the proposed indirect rates shall be submitted. Identify costs not allowed by FAR 31.2 as well as the build-up of the indirect rates, including applicable pools and bases. In addition, provide actual indirect rates for the previous three years.

e. Fee Rates: Fee rates/dollar values shall be indicated separately. Offerors are encouraged to provide rationale to support the proposed fee rates/dollar values.

f. Offerors proposing as a Joint Venture (JV) shall use one of the following two methods to propose based upon the JV’s make-up. If the JV is populated with employees from each member of the JV and will be dedicated to the basic contract, then new base labor rates and indirect rates based on that situation shall be proposed. If the JV remains as separate entities, then base labor rates and indirect rates shall be proposed for each member of the JV, as applicable.

g. Offerors shall submit a list of the proposed subcontractors, teaming partners, joint venturers, and inter-divisional transfers for the initial Task Order showing (a) the supplier, (b) description of effort, (c) type of contract, (d) price and hours proposed by each, (e) price and hours included in prime’s proposal to the Government, and (f) commercial item/service determination support, if applicable.

For subcontracted efforts that are competed, Offerors shall provide competitive pricing. However, for non-competitive subcontracts, a complete proposal breakdown is required. Prime contractors shall provide clear rationale and proposal evaluation for any subcontracted efforts that are not competed, IAW FAR 15.404-3. In addition to a breakout of labor as described above, non-competitive subcontractors must provide complete breakouts of any other costs anticipated under this effort, i.e. travel, material, lower-tier subcontracts, etc. Subcontractors may provide cost information directly to the Procuring Contracting Officer.

h. For the CLIN summary, Offerors will complete Attachment L6 – CLIN Structure and submit it as part of the proposal. The CLIN Structure attachment will require the Offeror to break out the total costs per contract option year. Additionally, it lists a Government provided dollar value for projected travel costs ($550K per contract year). The travel costs are not subject to profit/fee. The successful offeror will be allowed to apply General and Administrative (G&A) rate during the execution and reimbursement of travel costs. This application of G&A to travel does not change the plug number as those costs will fall under the provided numbers ceiling amount.

List of Attachments:

L1 –Basic IDIQ Performance Work Statement dated 3 Dec 2020 L2 – Space & Cyber Operations Support Performance Work Statement R1 dated 12 Jan 21 L3 – Staffing Approach Table L4 – CLIN Structure Sheet R1