Question_and_Answer_17_Sep_19.docx

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Simplified Acquisition Quote Request (SAQR) for Airdrop Tracking Web Portal Service

AFICA-FA4452-19-R-AITS

Questions and Answers 17 Sep 19 Q1: Whether companies from Outside USA can apply for this? (Like, from India or Canada) A1: In accordance with (IAW) FAR 25.101(a), “The Buy American statute restricts the purchase of supplies that are not domestic end products”. Furthermore, FAR 25.402 states “The Trade Agreements Act (19 U.S.C. 2501, et seq.) provides the authority for the President to waive the Buy American statue and other discriminatory provisions for eligible products from countries that have signed an international trade agreement with the United States, or that meet certain other criteria, such as being a least developed country. The President has delegated this waiver authority to the U.S. Trade Representative. In acquisitions covered by the WTO GPA, Free Trade Agreements, or the Israeli Trade Act, the U.S. Trade Representative has waived the Buy American statute and other discriminatory provisions for eligible products. Offers of eligible products receive equal consideration with domestic offers.” In accordance with FAR Part 25, Canada qualifies under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NATFA); however, India does not qualify under the Trade Agreements Act.

Q2: Whether we need to come over there for meetings?

A2: At this time, a meeting is not required.

Q3: Can we perform the tasks (related to RFP) outside USA? (Like, from India or Canada) A3: Please refer to Answer #1. In accordance with Attachment 1- Information Sheet, delivery of the Airdrop Tracking Web Portal Service subscriptions will be to Scott AFB, IL.

Q4: Can we submit the proposals via email?

A4: Yes. In accordance with the SAQR Cover Letter, “quotes shall be submitted by email to tia.ragsdale at tia.ragsdale@us.af.mil no later than 23 Sep 19 at 12:00 AM Central Time. All electronic submissions shall reference the completed SAQR number in the subject line.”