NBSS_II_Q&A_for_Site_Visit.pdf

NEW BOSTON AFS SECURITY SERVICE II

RFP FA2550-17-R-8007

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR SITE VISIT

1. The Attachment 3 loaded on the Fed biz Opps website is a duplicate of the Draft RFP Q&A. May we have the CBA please?

The CBA was posted on 30 Apr 18 and is identified as Attachment 3 WD CBA 2013-

2. Please attach the following attachments:

Attachment 6, Visitor Access Application, Exhibit B, Data Item Descriptions and Post Exhibits for specific posts and times of service.

Attachment 6 and Exhibit B are attached to the solicitation. It was verified on 30 Apr 18 the attachments were available and can be opened. The Post Exhibits information is not an attachment or exhibit to the solicitation.

Please see the PWS Attachment 1 and bidder’s library information. Access to the bidder’s library must be requested in accordance with the RFP Addendum to 52.212-1, paragraph 2.3.

3. Provide an explanation of the significance of Attachment #5, Estimated Workload Data.

Estimated Workload Data is additional information provided to assist in preparing the best possible proposal to meet the PWS requirements.

4. How does the Estimated Workload Data relate to the general training standards?

It is a business decision on how it relates to the general training standards to meet the PWS requirements.

5. Will the Government provide an updated estimated schedule of Existing Staff’s Years of Uninterrupted Service conforming to the wage and benefit levels mandated by the most recent CBA, i.e. a list by Anniversary Date and Current Position, so that Offerors may correctly reflect actual labor costs within our price proposal?

Seniority information as of 1 May 18 will be added to the workload history and will be posted to FBO. Current position data is not available. The bidder’s library has information regarding positions required.

Please note this information is subject to change and it is a business decision on how to use the information. See FAR Clause 52.222- 41 paragraph (n) Seniority List regarding when seniority information will be made available. This information is subject to change based on FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers.

6. Will AFI 31-117 and Job Qualification Standards for Entry Controller, Response Team Member/Leader, BDOC, Back-up Flight Sergeant, Flight Sergeant and Security Police Detachment Commander be added to the bidder’s library?

AFI 31-117 will be added to the bidder’s library. AF Forms 797 for all certified positions at NBAFS will be added to the bidder’s library. They include the specific position 797s for BDOC, Flight Sergeant, RFL and IECP. The 797s for “All” positions are all the common core areas employees need to know. For training purposes the Back-up Flight Sergeant is the same as Flight

Sergeant. The contractor will not have a position of Detachment Security Police Commander. Offerors who received the bidder’s library information before this information was added will need to request the new material.

7. Is there any COMSEC related documents in the bidder’s library?

No. There is no COMSEC related documents in the bidder’s library.

8. Will the contractor have to train his personnel on the new all services M17 pistol (Sig P320)?

All firearms/munitions are USAF/Government owned and training will be IAW with PWS paragraph 4.3.2, including any new firearms acquired by the USAF.

9. Will the government provide the training status of the incumbent security force members?

Currently all security guard personnel are currently certified or scheduled to be certified within 30-60 days. However at the time of contract award this will change based on the certification time periods (i.e. Non-Critical positions – every 18 months, Critical positions – every 12 months, based off their last certificate date).

10. The FPCON Price List allows for three price levels per contract period, but the Schedule B Supplies and Services only allows for one price entry per period. Which price from the FPCON Price list should be stated for the appropriate CLIN in the Schedule B?

See RFP, Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph

7.1.1. The FPCON Bravo pricing will be

used for Schedule B. The FPCON Price List shall be completed and provided in the RFP response.

11. Will the government provide the five year history on how many increased FPCON events have occurred and the average length in hours of these increased FPCON events?

Currently NBAFS is in FPCON Bravo (2015

– Present). No other FPCON’s (Charlie/Delta) have been implemented other than exercise scenarios.

12. Are contractors allowed to purchase fuel at an Air Force POL point? If no, what is the distance to the nearest gas station off base?

No. All refueling will be accomplished at commercial gas stations that are approximately 7 miles from the installation.

13. Please clarify the process for range qualification at Hanscom AFB.

a. Does the AF operate the range and the contractor schedule slots in their training schedule?

b. How much advance notice is required to request slots?

c. What is the minimum number of personnel we can schedule on the range?

d. What is the maximum number of personnel we can schedule on the range for one session?

USAF personnel own and operate the range (indoor) at Hanscom AFB. They have 7 lanes available each day for qualification. The maximum number of personnel to be scheduled is 7. The minimum number of personnel that can be scheduled is 1 but they will be fit into a class with other organizations. The contractor schedules the range 6 months out to secure available slots or on an as needed basis. Typically the range is scheduled for October of each year.

14. Please clarify the government’s definition of limited duty. Does this pertain to a training limitation under Section 4.0 or a clearance limitation under Section 2.5?

Limited duty will be a company decision.

Personnel that have not received a security clearance, are not weapons qualified, or have not completed initial training will not be allowed/scheduled to work Security Guard duties IAW the PWS. The company will decide their duties.

15. The CBA identifies Back-Up Flight Sergeants but they are not mentioned in the PWS. Are Flight Sergeants and Back-Up Flight Sergeants the same?

Yes they are the same in the performance of work identified in the PWS and are trained the same. The PWS does not differentiate between Flight Sergeant and Back-Up Flight Sergeant. “Back-up Flight Sergeant” is identified as part of the CBA only and not listed as a certified position in the RFP or PWS. Any reference to Flight Sergeant can be found in PWS paragraphs 2.5, 2.5.2, 3.17.1, 3.22.3, and 5.

16. For pricing in Schedule B, since all pricing shall be rounded to whole dollar amounts does the quantity times the unit price need to equal the total amount for each CLIN or can it be a different amount due to rounding?

The quantity times the unit price shall equal the total amount for each CLIN.

17. Considering the government is not asking for hard copies of the proposal, would the government consider an email submission or an upload through AMRDEC Safe Link instead of a CD submission? If this option is not viable, will the government consider a one-week extension?

Email and AMRDEC submissions will not be accepted due to firewalls, lag time in delivery and the potential of data being lost. The government does not foresee a need for an extension.

18. Will the government consider allowing the offeror to use a font size of 10 for tables, charts, graphs and figures?

No. Per Addendum 52.212-1 paragraphs

5.3.1 and 5.3.2 test size shall be no less than 12 point.

19. How many employees in each labor category qualify for the longevity of service additional pay for 4 and 10 years continuous service?

Seniority information as of 1 May 18 will be added to the workload history and will be posted to FBO. Current position data is not available. The bidder’s library has information regarding positions required.

Please note this information is subject to change and it is a business decision on how to use the information. See FAR Clause 52.222- 41 paragraph (n) Seniority List regarding when seniority information will be made available. This information is subject to change based on FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers.

20. Are offerors to use the final tier of rates and benefits in the CBA for pricing all of the option years or should offerors use the Service Contract Act wages and benefits once the CBA options expire?

It is a business decision how to propose for the base and option periods. The Service Contract Act wages and benefits do not apply since there is a CBA in place. The government cannot confirm how employees are paid since it is a business decision.

21. The RFP states that the Executive Summary is limited to two (2) pages. Please confirm whether these two (2) pages are excluded from the 75 page limit for Volume 1.

See Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 6.2.3.3, Executive Summary. The Executive Summary does not count toward the Volume 1 page count.

22. Addendum 52.212-1, Paragraph 7.2.3 is missing. Please confirm there is no missing paragraph and that paragraph 7.2.4 should be numbered 7.2.3.

There is no missing paragraph. Paragraph

7.2.4 should be 7.2.3. An amendment will not be forthcoming.

23. Are the FFP FPCON prices in Attachment 4 part of the evaluation criteria?

No. See Addendum 52.212-1 paragraph 7.1.1 to see how this information will be used.

Addendum 52.212-2, paragraph 3.3.3 identifies how the offeror’s price proposal will be evaluated.

24. For contractor vehicles are excessive maintenance costs incurred due to the way the vehicle are required to be used?

The government does not have this information. Vehicles are contractor owned/leased. Contractors are responsible to maintain their equipment/vehicles and determine how they are used.

25. For contractor vehicles are vehicles driven on patrol (same repetitive turning directions)?

Vehicles are contractor owned/leased.

Contractors are responsible to maintain their equipment/vehicles and determine how they are used.

26. For contractor vehicles, based on current vehicle usage and excessive maintenance costs will the government consider an NTE (plug number) for vehicle purchase and maintenance costs?

No. It is a business decision what vehicles are used, how they are used and how they are maintained. Vehicles are contractor owned/leased. Contractors are responsible to maintain their equipment/vehicles and determine how they are used.

27. For contractor vehicles will the government provide the annual maintenance costs for the vehicles?

The government does not have this information to provide. Vehicles are contractor owned/leased. Contractors are responsible to maintain their equipment/vehicles and determine how they are used.

28. For contractor equipment, will the government confirm the use of emall and state that contractors will be allowed to use it, or remove the equipment requirement?

The correct link is https://www.fedmall.mil/index.html. The PWS will be updated to reflect this change.

An estimated price list for the black nylon equipment will be posted on FBO.

https://www.fedmall.mil/index.html

29. Will the government provide a seniority list to enable offerors to properly calculate longevity wages and leave?

Seniority information as of 1 May 18 will be added to the workload history and will be posted to FBO. Current position data is not available. The bidder’s library has information regarding positions required.

Please note this information is subject to change and it is a business decision on how to use the information. See FAR Clause 52.222- 41 paragraph (n) Seniority List regarding when seniority information will be made available. This information is subject to change based on FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers.

30. Does the government provide the testing facility for the physical tests?

No. The contractor is responsible to ensure that they acquire suitable facilities to conduct physical fitness testing.

31. Will the government please confirm that employees are paid four hours call-in pay (per CBA section 9.1) for physical testing because they are not able to leave their posts to take the physical test during regular scheduled hours?

Currently employees are paid four hours for physical testing. See CBA Section 5.3 regarding physical testing. The government cannot confirm how employees are paid since it is a business decision in accordance with the CBA.

32. What is the frequency employees will have to renew their DOD CAC?

Every 5 years after initial issue unless they are lost, destroyed or stolen.

33. Who does the government consider to be key contractor personnel on this contract?

It is up to each offeror who they consider to be key contractor personnel.

34. Will the government confirm that each post equals three (3) full time positions requiring a minimum of 18 full time positions as identified in the CBA Section 2.5?

Under FPCON Bravo, the NBAFS Security Plan dictates that there will be 7 personnel on shift at all times (24/7, Flight Sergeant included).

35. In Attachment 5 under Guard Mount could the government please confirm the hours identified is per post and per guard (x6 per shift) and Flight Sergeant (x1 per shift) assigned to each shift for a total 1911 hours for Guard Mount and 1277.50 hours for weapons turn in annually?

The Guard Mount and weapons turn-in/issue is based on all personnel scheduled for duty to be armed and attend guard mount in those times. Personnel are required to attend Guard mount and receive their weapons fifteen (15) minutes early (0445 hours/Day Shift, 1445 hours/Swing Shift, and 2245 hours/Night Shift). After personnel are relieved, they must return to the armory and turn-in all USAF property (i.e. Weapons (9mm/M4/Baton) and radios. That will take approximately 15 minutes for all relieved personnel. Basically a normal duty shift is

8.5 hours with Guard mount, weapons issue, and weapons/equipment turn-in. See workload data.

36. Is the award amount from the incumbent/current contract the basis for the government’s price reasonableness analysis or has the government developed an independent estimate.

The government developed an independent estimate. Competition will also be used to determine reasonableness.

37. Is the government providing the weapons, batons, ammunition and radios for use by the contractor as stated in the PWS paragraph 6.1 and 6.1.2?

Yes. See PWS paragraph 6.1.

38. Is the Security Guard Firearms Training and Qualification being conducted by the government or by the contractor?

Yes. See PWS paragraph 4.3.2

39. If the government is provided/conducting the weapons qualification training at Hanscom AFB, MA, will the government pay for the travel expenses that will be required by student to travel to Massachusetts from New Hampshire?

Yes the government is providing/conducting the weapons qualification training at Hanscom AFB. The contractor needs to anticipates travel expenses in their bidding process as part of a business decision.

40. Will the government provide information and/or training to the contractor on the Barrier System in order for the contractor to train their officers to operate the Barrier System being used at the Installation Entry?

Yes. Training will be provided and guidelines are available.

41. Will the government provide the contractor with training or information regarding the Advanced Distributed Learning Service in order for the contractor to ensure that each officer is training annually on the listed training courses?

Yes. “Advanced Distributed Learning Service” is computer based training. The training is accessible using a CAC.

42. Will the government authorize a certified Law Enforcement Instructor to conduct the training if the government is not providing or conducting the training?

No. All firearms training will be conducted at Hanscom AFB by USAF qualified instructors.

43. There is weapons qualification training listed per AFMAN 36-2655 for M-4 Carbine of 9-14 hours and 6 hours for Handgun. Is there a Basic Officer type course that the officers have to complete that will inform them about the guidelines, rules of engagement, etc. per the USAF and/or AFI 36-2646 Security Force Training and Standardization Evaluation Programs? If there is Basic Officer Training, how many hours is it and who is teaching it, i.e.

government or contractor?

All firearms training will be conducted at Hanscom AFB by USAF qualified instructors.

All training other than weapons will be conducted by a contractor “certified instructor” (IAW PWS requirements). There is not a Basic Officer type course available for contractor attendance.

44. If the government is not conducting or providing the weapons qualification training, will the contractor have access to a firing range on base, i.e. on Hanscom AFB, MA?

All firearms training will be conducted at Hanscom AFB by USAF qualified instructors.

45. Will the contractor have access to a conference room or auditorium, large space to conduct training that the contractor is responsible for?

Yes. A Training Room is available for all Security Guard training conducted by the contractor.

46. Is the training for the USAF National Law Enforcement Terminal System (NLETS), conducted by the government or the contractor? If the training will be conducted by the contractor, will the government provide the materials to conduct the training?

NLETS training is computer based and will be completed by the Security Guard Officer and verified by the contractor.

47. Will the officers have to be certified on Basic First Aid, CPR, and the use of an AED in their training? If so, is there a specific training the government wants, i.e. American Red Cross or American Heart Association?

American Red Cross or American Heart Association training is acceptable. Training may be conducted by the contractor if they complete/meet American Red Cross or American Heart Association instructor standards.

48. Do the officers have to be training on OC Spray?

No. It is not used at NBAFS

49. If the government is not providing the listed equipment, firearms, batons, and ammunition, is there a specific manufacturer, brand, version of M-4 rifle that the government requires?

The government is providing the equipment identified in PWS paragraph 6.1.

50. The Government does not appear to be asking for a traditional technical approach in that the offeror must demonstrate how they would execute every PWS item (1.0 to 6.0) by writing specifically to each section. Is this correct?

See Addendum 52.212-1 for preparation instructions for Volume 1 and Addendum 52.212-2 for how the proposal will be evaluated.

51. If we are teaming, do our subcontractors need to submit a sealed package with unsanitized costing directly to the Government, or can we include their pricing in the prime's proposal only for ease of evaluation?

Subcontractor information can be included in the prime’s proposal.

52. Can an employee with an interim Secret clearance work on site on the contract?

Yes

53. Does the contractor Facility Clearance (FCL) have to be approved for “Possessing” classified material, information, and classified information systems?

See RFP Attachment 2, DD 254

54. Does the Government require a photo identification badge, as well as the standard name badge on the uniform?

No the government does not require a photo identification badge

55. Do current incumbents meet the training and physical agility testing requirements of the RFP?

Yes. Incumbents must meet the incumbent physical standards.

56. Would you confirm that medical examinations are required at pre-employment, every 3 years, and at termination (if needed), as a minimum?

Refer to PWS requirements at paragraph 2.9.

All personnel shall complete an annual physical certified by a qualified physician to ensure personnel are physically able to complete the physical requirements and applicants must obtain a medical clearance from a licensed physician prior to taking the initial physical agility test (PAT)"

57. Is there a difference between a medical evaluation (before the physical agility test) and medical examination?

See AFI 31-122

58. How do we price the black nylon equipment in the proposal? We cannot access the link provided in the PWS, which notes that contractors are required to purchase the gear through the DoD E-Mall. Please clarify.

The correct link is https://www.fedmall.mil/index.html. The PWS will be updated to reflect this change.

An estimated price list for the black nylon equipment will be posted on FBO.

59. This Safety Plan is not included in Appendix 5: Contract Document Requirements List or Exhibit A: CDRLs. If formally required, will the Government be including it in a revised CDRL with additional details with regard to format and submission method?

A CDRL is not required because it is not being provided to the government. The contractor provides the Safety Plan to their employees in accordance with the PWS paragraph 2.22.5. See PWS paragraph 2.22.

60. Are the additional ST and OT costs incurred for the PWS 3.7.2 quarterly planned and unplanned exercises billed separately as IDIQ cost? If the items aren't billed, how do we estimate the costs?

This will not be an IDIQ contract. Quarterly planned and unplanned exercises will not be billed separately. Please see RFP CLIN structure. See Estimated Workload Data for further information. It is a business decision how to propose to fulfill this requirement.

61. Are the additional ST and OT costs incurred for special events billed separately as IDIQ cost? If the items aren't billed, how do we estimate the costs?

This will not be an IDIQ contract. Special Events will not be billed separately. Please see RFP CLIN structure. See Estimated Workload Data for further information. It is a business decision how to propose to fulfill this requirement.

62. Is the Pass and Registration function a contractor-provided function? If so, would the Government provide the applicable CBA or wage determination with the appropriate labor category?

No. Pass and Registration is a government position.

63. Is there a current Training Manager (or like labor category) on the incumbent staff managing contractor-provided training? Is this a contractor position?

There is a contractor training coordinator managing the contractor-provided training.

64. If the PWS 4.6 Ancillary Training is not On-the-Job Training (OJT), please provide the hours required to complete each course.

Ancillary training information is available in Attachment 5 Estimated Workload Data. The prerequisite for class is estimated to take 40 minutes to complete.

65. Per AF 31-122, Sec 5 and Attachment 6, it appears that initial training is provided by the USAF. Is new hire labor a contractor responsibility? If so, how many hours are the new hires required to spend in training?

Initial training is provided by the Contractor.

Attachment 5 Estimated Workload Data identifies who will be providing the training and estimated hours using government furnished lesson plans/information.

66. Is the post-specific training (i.e., BDOC, entry control, etc.) included in the Initial New Hire Training? If not, is it OJT and included in the 8,760 post hours? If not included in New Hire Training or considered OJT, would you provide a breakout of the hours required specific to each post?

Post-specific training is not included in the initial training. The training is provided OJT.

Refer to AFI 36 2646, Security Forces Training and Standardization Evaluation Programs, on initial, certification, and ancillary training. Attachment 5 Estimated Workload Data identifies who will be providing the training and estimated hours using government furnished lesson plans/information.

67. Will the Government supply weapons and ammunition required for contractor-provided training?

Yes

68. What is the make and model of the radio so that we can best determine the type of pouch to price and purchase?

Motorola APX 6000

69. Would the Government provide a list of individual service dates so that the longevity pay and vacation hours can be accurately calculated?

Seniority information as of 1 May 18 will be added to the workload history and will be posted to FBO. Current position data is not available. The bidder’s library has information regarding positions required.

Please note this information is subject to change and it is a business decision on how to use the information. See FAR Clause 52.222- 41 paragraph (n) Seniority List regarding when seniority information will be made available. This information is subject to change based on FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers.

70. What is the length of time of the paid breaks required by the CBA?

See CBA Section 15.4. The government cannot confirm how employees are paid since it is a business decision in accordance with the CBA.

71. Is a relief officer required to cover breaks and lunches at all posts, or are posts allowed to self-relieve?

A post/position can never be or go unmanned.

The contractor determines the breaks.

72. Attachment #4 states that an equitable adjustment will be made in the FPCON increases or decreases more than 5 days. Is the contractor required to absorb the 5-day increased cost or add dollars to the bid to cover the additional costs?

It is a business decision on how to propose to account for increases and decreases.

73. Will the Government confirm the current force protection condition level?

FPCON Bravo

74. The NBAFS Priority Chart includes three additional 24/7 posts under FPCON Charlie or above. Attachment 4 states that FPCON Charlie or above can only be charged to the government if it exceeds 120 hours. Is this 120 hours per year, or per event with no limit to the number of events?

Per event with no limit on the number of events.

75. Will the Government provide a list of labor categories currently working on this incumbent contract. It is unclear in some places if services are provided by the Government or the contractor (i.e., Security Desk Blotter, Pass and Registration, Training, etc.).

See the AF Forms 797s and Installation Security Plan and NBAFSOI 36-2646 IC-2 in the bidder library, PWS and CBA for labor categories.

76. As stated, it is difficult to determine the number of hours for activities related to the elevated force protection condition levels. In order to comply with the Competition in Contracting Act of 1984, will the Government be providing any additional information for non-incumbent bidders to more accurately estimate the number of hours associated with increased force protection conditions? Will the Government provide a plug number?

Currently NBAFS is in FPCON Bravo (2015

– Present). No other FPCON’s (Charlie/Delta) have been implemented other than exercise scenarios. See RFP Attachment 5 for FPCON history and projections. A plug number will not be provided.

77. Will the Government allow us to use these facilities to conduct on-boarding activities, or must they be conducted off site?

The government does not know what is meant by on-boarding activities. The training room at NBAFS is available for contractor use.

78. How are incumbent employees transported to and from Hanscom AFB for weapons qualification training?

It is a business decision how employees are transported to and from Hanscom.

79. Will the Government provide all weapons, ammunition, equipment, etc. for this training?

Yes for weapons qualification

80. Are the 8-hour annual training days, noted in Attachment 5, all conducted at Hanscom AFB?

No

81. To confirm, is the security guard desk blotter is a full-time, contractor-provided position? If so, would the Government provide the applicable CBA or Wage Determination with the appropriate labor category?

Security Force Desk blotter is a daily (every 8 hours/each shift) document prepared by the BDOC controller as part of their assigned duties. Refer to PWS paragraph 3.19.5.

82. To confirm, is the armorer is a full-time contractor-provided position? If so, would the government provide the applicable CBA or Wage Determination with the appropriate labor category?

The armorer is the Flight Sergeant.

83. Is the time for Guard mount and Weapons/Gear turn in as noted on Attachment #5, Workload History, included in the 8,760 post hours, or is the time in addition to post hours?

The Guard Mount and weapons turn-in/issue is based on all personnel scheduled for duty to be armed and attend guard mount in those times. Personnel are required to attend Guard mount and receive their weapons fifteen (15) minutes early (0445 hours/Day Shift, 1445 hours/Swing Shift, and 2245 hours/Night Shift). After personnel are relieved, they must return to the armory and turn-in all USAF property (i.e. Weapons (9mm/M4/Baton) and radios. That will take approximately 15 minutes for all relieved personnel. Basically a normal duty shift is

8.5 hours with Guard mount, weapons issue, and weapons/equipment turn-in. See workload data.

84. Do all shifts at all posts require guard mount/gear down and weapons return?

All personnel will attend guard mount prior to assuming post.

85. Is there any such items that includes post staffing in the current bidder's library? If so, what is the document title? If not, does the Government intend on posting this document as an amendment in the future?

Yes. Refer to Installation Security Plan on posting.

86. Please advise of the proposed timeline for the transition on the New Boston Security Services, Security Program. It does not appear to be clearly articulated in the RFP.

See RFP page 6, delivery information for the phase-in period of performance. The phase-in period of performance is 1 Jun 2019 to 31 Aug 2019.

87. Will the government consider a request to extend the proposal due date?

The government does not foresee a need for an extension.

88. Can we now obtain access to the bidder’s library and all FOUO and staffing information pertinent to this contract?

The bidder’s library is available. See RFP Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 2.3.

89. Do all incumbent employees meet the required physical fitness standards? If so, will initial testing be required or can testing be done on their annual date?

Yes all incumbents currently meet the required standards. Testing can be done on their next annual date unless they are new hires or coming due.

90. Do all incumbent employees have a current physical? If so, is a physical required prior to their annual date.

Yes, all incumbents have passed their physicals. Physicals will be due on their annual date unless they are new hires or coming due.

91. The link to DOD Emall does not work.

Will the government provide a working link or price of equipment referenced?

The correct link is https://www.fedmall.mil/index.html. The PWS will be updated to reflect this change.

An estimated price list for the black nylon equipment will be posted on FBO.

92. If training is current for incumbent employees is training required during phase in prior to their annual date?

No, if training is current (all qualified in Oct 2017), they will not need to re-fire.

93. Will the government please provide a list of hire dates of current incumbent employees?

Seniority information as of 1 May 18 will be added to the workload history and will be posted to FBO. Current position data is not available. The bidder’s library has information regarding positions required.

Please note this information is subject to change and it is a business decision on how to use the information. See FAR Clause 52.222- 41 paragraph (n) Seniority List regarding when seniority information will be made available. This information is subject to change based on FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers.

94. Would the Government like us to insert "this page intentionally left blank" pages so that it may print the proposal double sided? If so, would the pages marked "this page intentionally left blank" count toward the page limitation in Volume I: Technical?

No. Per Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 5.2 blank pages will not be counted.

95. Do 11X17 pages count as 2 8.5X11 sheets of paper?

See Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 5.3.2.

One side of an 11 x 17 page will count as one page and shall only be used as identified in paragraph 5.3.2.

96. Are Adobe PDF version of the MS Word files an acceptable submission format?

No. See Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 5.5.

97. Would the Government like us to include the contractor-developed spreadsheet on our CD-ROM in addition to the MS Word narrative for Volume II: Price and Other Documentation?

Yes. See Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 5.5.

98. Would the Government like us to include a compliance matrix? If so, will it count toward the page limitation?

No.

99. Should we organize Volume II: Price and Other Documentation like Volume I for consistency?

No. See Addendum 52.212-1, paragraph 5.5.

100. Since at this point we don’t have access to https://dod.emall.dla.mil <https://dod.emall.dla.mil/> to price the equipment identified in Appendix A can the Government provide the estimated cost of the equipment specified in Appendix A or will the equipment identified in Appendix A be billable to the Government when the contract starts?

The correct link is https://www.fedmall.mil/index.html. The PWS will be updated to reflect this change.

An estimated price list for the black nylon equipment will be posted on FBO.

101. Will the Contractor need to provide both fuel and maintenance for the vehicles?

Yes. Vehicles are contractor owned/leased.

Contractors are responsible to maintain their equipment/vehicles and determine how they are used.

102. Can the Government provide the make, and model of vehicles currently provided by the incumbent?

Ford Explorer

103. CBA Section 12.1, Page 16. CBA depicts a table of vacation allowance based on longevity. For pricing purposes, can the government provide the seniority/longevity levels of the incumbent guard force?

Seniority information as of 1 May 18 will be added to the workload history and will be posted to FBO. Current position data is not available. The bidder’s library has information regarding positions required.

Please note this information is subject to change and it is a business decision on how to use the information. See FAR Clause 52.222- 41 paragraph (n) Seniority List regarding when seniority information will be made available. This information is subject to change based on FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers.

104. CBA Section 17.2, Page 25. Please clarify the difference and number of hours/schedule for “Swing Shift” and “Mid- Shift”.

Shift Hours: Days - 0645 - 1500, Swings - 1445 - 2300, Mids - 2245 - 0700

105. Since every pay period is by-weekly per Section 10.1 of the CBA, will the Government please clarify whether the $0.50 per hour payment is limited to forty hours per pay period, regardless whether the pay-period covers eighty hours, or is the $0.50 per hour

See CBA Section 19.4. The government cannot confirm how employees are paid since it is a business decision in accordance with the CBA. The government is not part of the

CBA.

payment paid on every period of forty hours in the pay period?