Ambulance_Services_amendment_2.doc

1. This is a combined Synopsis/Solicitation for ambulance services at Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB), MA prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is the second amendment to solicitation FA2835-13-R-0002. This amendment addresses sections 22, 25, and 28 of this solicitation. In section 22 the date and time for proposals to be submitted is 12:00 pm EST Friday 29 March 2013. In section 25, Technical Proposal Attachment Instructions, the requirement for a class “C” driver’s license has been changed to a class “D” license. This requirement is also reflected in section 28 of the solicitation regarding the evaluation of technical proposals. All offerors will be required to submit documentation of a class “D” license for ambulance drivers in their proposals, and that will be an evaluating factor determining whether the proposal is technically acceptable or technically unacceptable. The period of performance for the base year has also changed from 1 March 2013 – 30 September 2013 to 1 May 2013 – 30 September 2013. The option periods remain unchanged. All of the changes encompassed in this solicitation are reflected in the performance work statement attached. New offerors are welcome to send in proposals in accordance with this solicitation. Offerors who have already sent proposals shall reply to paul.capps@hanscom.af.mil and Patti.Falcione@hanscom.af.mil stating that they have read and understand this amendment, and whether or not they wish to submit a new proposal or leave their current proposal as is. All other parts of this solicitation remain unchanged.

2. Solicitation number: FA2835-13-R-0002

3. This Synopsis/Solicitation is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP).

4. Provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-62

5. A notice regarding any set-aside: Full and Open Competition

6. NAICS Code: 621910

7. Small Business Size Standard: $14 Million.

8. Statement regarding the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program, if applicable: N/A

9. Contract Line Item Number(s) (CLINs) and items, quantities and units of measure, (including option(s), if applicable):

CLIN:

0001 (Basic Year) Item:

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

Month

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

To Provide Hanscom AFB with Ambulance Service in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the period 1 May 2013 to 30 September 2013

0002 (NSP)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services

Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

DATA

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

1001 (Option Year 1)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

Month

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

To Provide Hanscom AFB with Ambulance Service in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the period 1 October 2013 to 30 September 2014

1002 (NSP)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services

Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

DATA

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

2001 (Option Year 2)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services

Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

Month

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

To Provide Hanscom AFB with Ambulance Service in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the period 1 October 2014 to 30 September 2015

2002 (NSP)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services

Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

DATA

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

3001 (Option Year 3)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services

Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

Month

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

To Provide Hanscom AFB with Ambulance Service in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the period 1 October 2015 to 30 September 2016

3002 (NSP)

FIRM FIXED PRICE: Ambulance Services

Quantity:

Unit of Measure:

DATA

CONTRACT LINE

ITEM NO. (CLIN)

10. The Contractor shall provide full emergency patient transport services at Hanscom AFB and all associated housing areas including the Hanscom AFB Family Campground Area, South Street, Bedford MA. Contractor will participate in 66th Air Base Group and 66th Medical Squadron (referred to as MTF hereafter) exercises, specials events, and specialized training. Contractor shall furnish all labor, management, supervision, vehicles, supplies, equipment, transportation, and reports, except as provided in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) Section 3, Government-Furnished Property and Services. Contractor care shall provide the full range of Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) and ambulance services provided in the local community to include local protocols or standing orders and staffing minimums in accordance with the most current Massachusetts “Emergency Medical Services Pre-Hospital Treatment Protocols.” Performance shall be according to the requirements contained in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) and professional standards of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations/Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and Massachusetts State Department of Health's Division of Emergency Medical Services.

11. Date(s) delivery: Period of performance Basic Year: 1 May 2013 – 30 September 2013, Option Year 1: 1 October 2013 – 30 September 2014 (if exercised), Option Year 2: 1 October 2014 – 30 September 2015 (if exercised), Option Year 3: 1 October 2015 – 30 September 2016 (if exercised),

12. Place(s) of Delivery and Acceptance: Hanscom Air Force Base, MA,

13. FOB Point: DESTINATION

14. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition. There are no addenda to the provision.

15. The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items, is being used in this acquisition. The evaluation procedures to be used: In accordance with the FAR 52.212-2 offerors are notified that award will be made on the basis of lowest price technically acceptable.

16. The Following Provisions Are Incorporated in Full Text:

FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

_http://farsite.hill.af.mil__ DFARS 252.237-7024 Notice of Continuation of Essential Contractor Services

(a) Definitions. “Essential contractor service” and “mission-essential functions” have the meanings given in the clause at 252.237-7023, Continuation of Essential Contractor Services, in this solicitation.

(b) The offeror shall provide with its offer a written plan describing how it will continue to perform the essential contractor services listed in Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Section 25., Technical Proposal Attachment Instructions, Para. 4 – Mission Essential Contractor Services, during periods of crisis. The offeror shall–

(1) Identify provisions made for the acquisition of essential personnel and resources, if necessary, for continuity of operations for up to 30 days or until normal operations can be resumed;

(2) Address in the plan, at a minimum—

(i) Challenges associated with maintaining essential contractor services during an extended event, such as a pandemic that occurs in repeated waves;

(ii) The time lapse associated with the initiation of the acquisition of essential personnel and resources and their actual availability on site;

(iii) The components, processes, and requirements for the identification, training, and preparedness of personnel who are capable of relocating to alternate facilities or performing work from home;

(iv) Any established alert and notification procedures for mobilizing identified “essential contractor service” personnel; and

(v) The approach for communicating expectations to contractor employees regarding their roles and responsibilities during a crisis.

(End of provision)

(Revised January 10, 2008)

17. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the following representations and certifications:

FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (Dec 2012)

Alternate I (Dec 2012) of 52.212-3 FAR 52.222-22 Previous Contracts and Compliance Reports (Feb 1999)

FAR 52.222-25 Affirmative Action Compliance (Apr 1984) DFARS 252.212-7000 Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items (Nov 2012)

18. The Following Provisions are Incorporated by Reference:

FAR 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Sanctioned Activities Relating to Iran – Representation and Certification (Dec 2012) FAR 52.237-1 Site Visit (Apr 1984)

DFARS 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials (Nov 2011) DFARS 252.209-7001 Disclosure of Ownership or Control by the Government of a Terrorist Country (Jan 2009)

19. The Following Clauses Are Incorporated By Reference:

FAR 52.203-12 Limitation On Payments To Influence Certain Federal Transactions (Oct 2010)

FAR 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper (May 2011)

FAR 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (Jan 2011) FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items (Feb 2012) FAR 52.219-9 Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Jan 2011) FAR 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (May 2011)

FAR 52.228-5 Insurance – Work on a Government Installation (Jan 1997)

FAR 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes (Apr 2003)

FAR 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984)

FAR 52.242-13 Bankruptcy (Jul 1995)

DFARS 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments (Dec 2006)

20. The Following Clauses Are Incorporated By Full Text:

FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items (Nov 2012) (DEVIATION)

(a) Comptroller General Examination of Record. The Contractor shall comply with the provisions of this paragraph (a) if this contract was awarded using other than sealed bid, is in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold, and does not contain the clause at 52.215-2, Audit and Records -- Negotiation.

(1) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and right to examine any of the Contractor’s directly pertinent records involving transactions related to this contract.

(2) The Contractor shall make available at its offices at all reasonable times the records, materials, and other evidence for examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR Subpart 4.7, Contractor Records Retention, of the other clauses of this contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3 years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved.

(3) As used in this clause, records include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type and regardless of form. This does not require the Contractor to create or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(b)

(1) Notwithstanding the requirements of any other clause in this contract, the Contractor is not required to flow down any FAR clause, other than those in this paragraph (b)(1) in a subcontract for commercial items. Unless otherwise indicated below, the extent of the flow down shall be as required by the clause—

(i) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (Apr 2010) (Pub. L. 110-252, Title VI, Chapter 1 (41 U.S.C. 251 note)).

(iii) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (Dec 2010) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)), in all subcontracts that offer further subcontracting opportunities. If the subcontract (except subcontracts to small business concerns) exceeds $650,000 ($1.5 million for construction of any public facility), the subcontractor must include 52.219-8 in lower tier subcontracts that offer subcontracting opportunities

(ix) [Reserved]

(iv) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (Mar 2007) (E.O. 11246).

(v) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (Sep 2010) (38 U.S.C. 4212).

(vi) 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (Oct 2010) (29 U.S.C. 793).

(vii) 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (Dec 2010) (E.O. 13496). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (f) of FAR clause 52.222-40.

(viii) 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965, (Nov 2007), (41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.)

(ix) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (Feb 2009) (22 U.S.C. 7104(g)).

___ Alternate I (Aug 2007) of 52.222-50 (22 U.S.C. 7104(g)).

(x) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment--Requirements (Nov 2007) (41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.).

(xi) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act to Contracts for Certain Services--Requirements (Feb 2009) (41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.)

(xii) 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (Jan 2009).

(xiii) 52.226-6, Promoting Excess Food Donation to Nonprofit Organizations. (Mar 2009) (Pub. L. 110-247). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (e) of FAR clause 52.226-6.

(xiv) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately-Owned U.S.- Flag Commercial Vessels (Feb 2006) (46 U.S.C. Appx 1241(b) and 10 U.S.C. 2631). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (d) of FAR clause 52.247-64.

(2) While not required, the contractor may include in its subcontracts for commercial items a minimal number of additional clauses necessary to satisfy its contractual obligations.

(End of Clause)

FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 60 days.

(End of Clause) FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

http://farsite.hill.af.mil (End of Clause)

FAR 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within _60 days_ provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 60 _ days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed ___47 Months .

(End of Clause)

FAR 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 1989)

In compliance with the Service Contract Act of 1965, as amended, and the regulations of the Secretary of Labor (29 CFR Part 4), this clause identifies the classes of service employees expected to be employed under the contract and states the wages and fringe benefits payable to each if they were employed by the contracting agency subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 5341 or 5332.

This Statement is for Information Only:

It is not a Wage Determination

Emergency Medical Technician (Ambulance Driver)

GS-0640-07

Health Technician/Aid

Motor Vehicle Operating/Ambulance Operator

GS-0640-08

Health Technician/Aid

Motor Vehicle Operating/Ambulance Operator/Paramedic

GS-0640-09

(End of Clause)

DFARS 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (Nov 2012)

(a) The Contractor agrees to comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause which, if checked, is included in this contract by reference to implement a provision of law applicable to acquisitions of commercial items or components.

__X_ 52.203-3, Gratuities (APR 1984) (10 U.S.C. 2207).

(b) The Contractor agrees to comply with any clause that is checked on the following list of Defense FAR Supplement clauses which, if checked, is included in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items or components.

(1) _X__ 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials (SEP 2011) (Section 847 of Pub. L. 110-181).

(2) _____252.203-7003, Agency Office of the Inspector General (APR 2012)(section 6101 of Pub. L. 110-252, 41 U.S.C. 3509).

(3) _X__ 252.205-7000, Provision of Information to Cooperative Agreement Holders (DEC 1991) (10 U.S.C. 2416).

(4) ____ 252.219-7003, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DoD Contracts) (JUN 2012) (15 U.S.C. 637).

(5) ____ 252.219-7004, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Test Program) (JAN 2011) (15 U.S.C. 637 note).

(6)(i) ____ 252.225-7001, Buy American and Balance of Payments Program (JUN 2012) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83, E.O. 10582).

(ii) ____Alternate I (OCT 2011) of 252.225-7001.

(7) ____ 252.225-7008, Restriction on Acquisition of Specialty Metals (JUL 2009)(10 U.S.C. 2533b).

(8) ____ 252.225-7009, Restriction on Acquisition of Certain Articles ContainingSpecialty Metals (JUN 2012) (10 U.S.C. 2533b).

(9) _X__ 252.225-7012, Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities (JUN 2012) (10 U.S.C. 2533a).

(10) ____ 252.225-7015, Restriction on Acquisition of Hand or Measuring Tools (JUN 2005) (10 U.S.C. 2533a).

(11) ____ 252.225-7016, Restriction on Acquisition of Ball and Roller Bearings (JUN 2011) (Section 8065 of Pub. L. 107-117 and the same restriction in subsequent DoD appropriations acts).

(12) _____252.225-7017, Photovoltaic Devices (JUN 2012) (Section 846 of Pub. L. 111-383).

(13)(i) ____ 252.225-7021, Trade Agreements (JUN 2012) (19 U.S.C. 2501-2518 and 19 U.S.C. 3301 note).

(ii) ____ Alternate I (OCT 2011) of 252.225-7021.

(iii) ____Alternate II (OCT 2011) of 252.225-7021.

(14) ____ 252.225-7027, Restriction on Contingent Fees for Foreign Military Sales (APR 2003) (22 U.S.C. 2779).

(15) ____ 252.225-7028, Exclusionary Policies and Practices of Foreign Governments (APR 2003) (22 U.S.C. 2755).

(16)(i) ____ 252.225-7036, Buy American—Free Trade Agreements—Balance of Payments Program (JUN 2012) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83 and 19 U.S.C. 3301 note).

(ii)___ Alternate I (JUN 2012) of 252.225-7036.

(iii) ___ Alternate II (JUN 2012) of 252.225-7036.

(iv) ___ Alternate III (JUN 2012) of 252.225-7036.

(v) ___ Alternate IV (JUN 2012) of 252.225-7036.

(vi) ___ Alternate V (JUN 2012) of 252.225-7036.

(17) ____ 252.225-7038, Restriction on Acquisition of Air Circuit Breakers (JUN 2005) (10 U.S.C. 2534(a)(3)).

(18) ____ 252.225-7039, Contractors Performing Private Security Functions (JUN 2012) (Section 862 of Pub. L. 110-181, as amended by section 853 of Pub. L. 110-417 and sections 831 and 832 of Pub. L. 111-383).

(19) _X__ 252.226-7001, Utilization of Indian Organizations, Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises, and Native Hawaiian Small Business Concerns (SEP 2004) (Section 8021 of Pub. L. 107-248 and similar sections in subsequent DoD appropriations acts).

(20) ____ 252.227-7013, Rights in Technical Data—Noncommercial Items (FEB 2012), if applicable (see 227.7103-6(a)).

(21) ____ 252.227-7015, Technical Data—Commercial Items (DEC 2011) (10 U.S.C. 2320).

(22) ____ 252.227-7037, Validation of Restrictive Markings on Technical Data (JUN 2012), if applicable (see 227.7102-4(c).

(23) _X__ 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports (MAR 2008) (10 U.S.C. 2227).

(24) __X_ 252.237-7010, Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor Personnel (NOV 2010) (Section 1038 of Pub. L. 111-84)

(25) ____ 252.237-7019, Training for Contractor Personnel Interacting with Detainees (SEP 2006) (Section 1092 of Pub. L. 108-375).

(26) _X__ 252.243-7002, Requests for Equitable Adjustment (MAR 1998) (10 U.S.C. 2410).

(27) ____252.246-7004, Safety of Facilities, Infrastructure, and Equipment For Military Operations (OCT 2010) (Section 807 of Pub. L. 111-84).

(28) ____ 252.247-7003, Pass-Through of Motor Carrier Fuel Surcharge Adjustment to the Cost Bearer (SEP 2010) (Section 884 of Pub. L. 110-417).

(29)(i) ____ 252.247-7023, Transportation of Supplies by Sea (MAY 2002) (10 U.S.C. 2631).

(ii) ____ Alternate I (MAR 2000) of 252.247-7023.

(iii) ____ Alternate II (MAR 2000) of 252.247-7023.

(iv) ____ Alternate III (MAY 2002) of 252.247-7023.

(30) ____ 252.247-7024, Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea (MAR 2000) (10 U.S.C. 2631).

(31) ____ 252.247-7027, Riding Gang Member Requirements (OCT 2011) (Section 3504 of Pub. L. 110-417).

(c) In addition to the clauses listed in paragraph (e) of the Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Items clause of this contract (FAR 52.212-5), the Contractor shall include the terms of the following clauses, if applicable, in subcontracts for commercial items or commercial components, awarded at any tier under this contract:

(1) 252.225-7039, Contractors Performing Private Security Functions (JUN 2012) (Section 862 of Pub. L. 110-181, as amended by section 853 of Pub. L. 110-417 and sections 831 and 832 of Pub. L. 111-383).

(2) 252.227-7013, Rights in Technical Data—Noncommercial Items (FEB 2012), if applicable (see 227.7103-6(a)).

(3) 252.227-7015, Technical Data—Commercial Items (DEC 2011), if applicable (see 227.7102-4(a)).

(4) 252.227-7037, Validation of Restrictive Markings on Technical Data (JUN 2012), if applicable (see 227.7102-4(c)).

(5) 252.237-7010, Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor Personnel (NOV 2010) (Section 1038 of Pub. L. 111-84).

(6) 252.237-7019, Training for Contractor Personnel Interacting with Detainees (SEP 2006) (Section 1092 of Pub. L. 108-375).

(7) 252.247-7003, Pass-Through of Motor Carrier Fuel Surcharge Adjustment to the Cost Bearer (SEP 2010) (Section 884 of Pub. L. 110-417).

(8) 252.247-7023, Transportation of Supplies by Sea (MAY 2002) (10 U.S.C 2631).

(9) 252.247-7024, Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea (MAR 2000) (10 U.S.C. 2631).

(End of clause)

DFARS 252.237-7023 Continuation of Essential Contractor Services (Oct 2010)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause–

(1) “Essential contractor service” means a service provided by a firm or individual under contract to DoD to support mission-essential functions, such as support of vital systems, including ships owned, leased, or operated in support of military missions or roles at sea; associated support activities, including installation, garrison, and base support services; and similar services provided to foreign military sales customers under the Security Assistance Program. Services are essential if the effectiveness of defense systems or operations has the potential to be seriously impaired by the interruption of these services, as determined by the appropriate functional commander or civilian equivalent.

(2) “Mission-essential functions” means those organizational activities that must be performed under all circumstances to achieve DoD component missions or responsibilities, as determined by the appropriate functional commander or civilian equivalent. Failure to perform or sustain these functions would significantly affect DoD’s ability to provide vital services or exercise authority, direction, and control.

(b) The Government has identified all or a portion of the contractor services performed under this contract as essential contractor services in support of mission essential functions. These services are listed, Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Section 25., Technical Proposal Attachment Instructions, Para. 4, Mission-Essential Contractor Services.

(c)(1) The Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan submitted by the Contractor, is incorporated in this contract.

(2) The Contractor shall maintain and update its plan as necessary. The Contractor shall provide all plan updates to the Contracting Officer for approval.

(3) As directed by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall participate in training events, exercises, and drills associated with Government efforts to test the effectiveness of continuity of operations procedures and practices.

(d)(1) Notwithstanding any other clause of this contract, the contractor shall be responsible to perform those services identified as essential contractor services during crisis situations (as directed by the Contracting Officer), in accordance with its Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan.

(2) In the event the Contractor anticipates not being able to perform any of the essential contractor services identified in accordance with paragraph (b) of this section during a crisis situation, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer or other designated representative as expeditiously as possible and use its best efforts to cooperate with the Government in the Government’s efforts to maintain the continuity of operations.

(e) The Government reserves the right in such crisis situations to use Federal employees, military personnel or contract support from other contractors, or to enter into new contracts for essential contractor services.

(f) Changes. The Contractor shall segregate and separately identify all costs incurred in continuing performance of essential services in a crisis situation. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer of an increase or decrease in costs within ninety days after continued performance has been directed by the Contracting Officer, or within any additional period that the Contracting Officer approves in writing, but not later than the date of final payment under the contract. The Contractor’s notice shall include the Contractor’s proposal for an equitable adjustment and any data supporting the increase or decrease in the form prescribed by the Contracting Officer. The parties shall negotiate an equitable price adjustment to the contract price, delivery schedule, or both as soon as is practicable after receipt of the Contractor’s proposal.

(g) The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (g), in subcontracts for the essential services.

(End of Clause)

AFFARS 5352.201-9101 OMBUDSMAN (Nov 2012)

(a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the party to another official who can resolve the concern.

(b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions).

(c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, concerned parties may contact the Center/MAJCOM ombudsmen:

Mr. Lawrence Coe, AFLCMC/XZC Bldg 1618, 11 Eglin Street

Hanscom AFB, MA 01731-2100 Telephone #: 781-225-1740 E-Mail: Lawrence.Coe@hanscom.af.mil

Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the MAJCOM/DRU level, may be brought by the concerned party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (703) 588-7004, facsimile number (703) 588-1067.

(d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency.

(e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the Contracting Officer.

(End of clause) AFFARS 5352.223-9001 Health and Safety on Government Installations (JUN 1997)

(a) In performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the contractor shall:

(1) Comply with the specific health and safety requirements established by this contract;

(2) Comply with the health and safety rules of the Government installation that concern related activities not directly addressed in this contract;

(3) Take all reasonable steps and precautions to prevent accidents and preserve the health and safety of contractor and Government personnel performing or in any way coming in contact with the performance of this contract; and

(4) Take such additional immediate precautions as the contracting officer may reasonably require for health and safety purposes.

(b) The contracting officer may, by written order, direct Air Force Occupational Safety and Health (AFOSH) Standards and/or health/safety standards as may be required in the performance of this contract and any adjustments resulting from such direction will be in accordance with the Changes clause of this contract.

(c) Any violation of these health and safety rules and requirements, unless promptly corrected as directed by the contracting officer, shall be grounds for termination of this contract in accordance with the Default clause of this contract.

(End of clause) AFFARS 5352.242-9000 Contractor Access to Air Force Installations (Nov 2012)

(a) The contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes, if required, for all contractor personnel who make frequent visits to or perform work on the Air Force installation(s) cited in the contract. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or contractor-furnished, contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation.

(b) The contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the contracting officer listing the following: contract number, location of work site, start and stop dates, and names of employees and subcontractor employees needing access to the base. The letter will also specify the individual(s) authorized to sign for a request for base identification credentials or vehicle passes. The contracting officer will endorse the request and forward it to the issuing base pass and registration office or security police for processing. When reporting to the registration office, the authorized contractor individual(s) should provide a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and valid vehicle insurance certificate to obtain a vehicle pass.

(c) During performance of the contract, the contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel and for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for any employee who no longer requires access to the work site.

(d) When work under this contract requires unescorted entry to controlled or restricted areas, the contractor shall comply with AFI 31-101, Volume 1, The Air Force Installation Security Program, section 7.15., Unescorted Entry to Controlled Areas and AFI 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management, Section 3.24, Processing Requests for Access to Restricted Areas, Sensitive Information or Equipment Not Involving Access to Classified Information.

(e) Upon completion or termination of the contract or expiration of the identification passes, the prime contractor shall ensure that all base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office.

(f) Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of final payment.

(End of clause) Local Clause 66-01

WAWF INVOICING INFORMATION

IAW DFARS 252.232-7003(b)(1) all invoices shall be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) located at https://wawf.eb.mil/. (Procedures and POC’s specific to this contract will be added to this clause in the contract).

21. Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and assigned rating, is not applicable.

22. Proposals shall be submitted electronically by e-mail to paul.capps@hanscom.af.mil and Patti.Falcione@hanscom.af.mil. The Submission letter, Technical Proposal and the Price Proposal (bid schedule) shall be submitted as separate e-mail attachment in the Offeror’s proposal. Proposals are due to be submitted NO LATER THAN 12:00 pm EST, Friday 29 March 2013. Please request read receipt on all submitted proposals. Any proposal responses submitted in a paper format will be considered unacceptable and ineligible for award. All questions are due NO LATER THAN 12:00 pm EST, Friday 22 March 2013.

23. Basis for Contract Award

The Government intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price contract using the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) source selection process (FAR 15.101-2). It is particularly important that each Offeror be fully responsive in providing its best offer. Proposals shall be reviewed to determine whether they satisfy the formal requirements of the solicitation. Failure to respond to or follow the instructions regarding the content of the proposal listed herein and the provisions of FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items may make the proposal unawardable. The Offeror must complete and provide representations and certifications with the proposal in accordance FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications (ORCA) – Commercial Items. The ORCA site is https://orca.bpn.gov. Past Performance will not be considered as an evaluation factor for this RFP. Prior to any award being made, the awardee must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. The Government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to enter into discussion if determined to be in the best interest of the Government.

24. Proposal Format

OFFEROR SUBMISSION LETTER

1. Solicitation Number

2. Name, address and phone number of the offeror and remit to Address

3. Completed copy of all required Representations and Certifications, to include a completed copy of the ORCA certification

4. Acknowledgement of solicitation amendments

5. Statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions and provisions included in the solicitation

6. Signed and dated

7. Technical Proposal and Price Proposal attachments

25. Technical Proposal Attachment Instructions

Offerors shall include an attachment to their proposals consisting of the following:

1. EMT-Paramedic Certifications. Provide documentation of current state of Massachusetts certified EMT-Paramedics with Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications for all employees.

2. Emergency Ambulance/Class “D” Licenses. Provide documentation of current license to operate an emergency ambulance in the State of Massachusetts and valid Class “D” Massachusetts driver’s license for all employees.

3. EMT-Paramedic Licenses. Provide documentation of current license to perform EMT-Paramedic services in the State of Massachusetts for all employees.

4. Mission Essential Contractor Services Plan (limited to a total of 2 pages). In accordance with DFARS 237.76 and DFARS 252.237-7024, provide a Mission Essential Contractor Services Plan addressing the mission essential services listed below and describe how the offeror will continue to provide these services during periods of crisis. The following services are considered “Mission Essential Contractor Services” for purposes of this solicitation:

a. Respond within adequate time based on type of call (ALS/BLS), PWS Para. 1.4.1

b. Respond to calls with at a minimum of 2 State of Massachusetts certified EMT-Paramedics with Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Life Support certification, PWS Para. 1.4.1

c. Provide ambulance response/back-up support to all emergencies 24 hours a day/365, PWS Para. 1.4.1

d. Provide adequate flow of information, documentation and communication to medical representatives related to all transports, PWS Para. 1.4.1

26. Price Proposal Attachment Instructions

Offerors shall include an attachment to their proposals consisting of:

1. Price Summary Cover Letter (contractor format). This letter shall include the total firm fixed price of the base year plus the three (3) option years.

2. Price Bid Schedule (attached). Each contract line item number (CLIN) in the bid schedule shall be filled out indicating per unit price and total amount for each CLIN and total of all CLINS for each year.

27. Evaluation Factors for Award

The following factors will be used to evaluate offers:

1. Technical

2. Price

28. Technical Factor Evaluation

Technical Proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis, assigning ratings of Acceptable or Unacceptable using the ratings and descriptions below:.

Technical Acceptable/Unacceptable Ratings

Initially, technical proposals will be evaluated against the following Technical subfactors:

1. Demonstrates that all employees possess current EMT-Paramedic certifications

2. Demonstrates that all employees possess current emergency ambulance/Class “D” driver’s licenses

3. Demonstrates that all employees possess current EMT-Paramedic licenses

4. Demonstrates ability to provide “Mission Essential Contractor Services.”

The four (4) technical subfactors are of equal importance. Technical Proposals must be evaluated as Acceptable for all four (4) Technical subfactors above to be considered Technically Acceptable.

29. Price Factor Evaluation and Contract Award

Next, only proposals that are evaluated as Technically Acceptable will be evaluated for Price. Price will be evaluated for reasonableness in accordance with FAR 15.404-1(a)(2). Award will be made on the basis of the Lowest Evaluated Price of Technically acceptable proposals in accordance with FAR 15.101-2 to the contractor who is deemed responsible in accordance with FAR Part 9.

30. A site visit is available upon request at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA on Wednesday 13 February 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Requests must be made NO LATER THAN 1:00 pm EST, Tuesday 12 February 2013, and provide Attendee(s) name(s), Date of Birth, Company name, and Telephone number. Visitors to Hanscom, AFB must go to the Hanscom Visitor Center which is located in building 1671, adjacent to the Vandenberg Gate. Visitors at both installations must have a valid ID when you arrive. Visitors driving onto the installations must have a valid registration and proof of vehicle insurance. Vehicles registered in Massachusetts will have proof of insurance on the registration. Please allow enough time when arriving to the installation.

31. The name and telephone number of the individual to contact for information regarding the solicitation: Lt Paul Capps 781-225-0156.

32. Attachments:

A. Performance Work Statement (PWS) B. Bid Schedule C. Wage Determination D. Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)

33. Additional Information: Be advised that all interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) Database in order to receive an award. If you are not registered you may request through the SAM website at http://www.acquisition.gov. More information can be found in the above clause deviation, FAR 52.204-99 (Deviation).