Pre_Proposal_Minutes_SABER__13_Feb_13.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

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Contracting Squadron (AMC)

639 Atlantic Street

Dover, Delaware 19902-5639

15 February 2013

FROM: 436 CONS/LGCA

SUBJECT: Minutes of the Pre-proposal Conference

SOLICITATION NO: FA4497-13-R-0001

PROJECT TITLE: Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineer Requirements (SABER) Contract at Dover AFB, DE

DATE/TIME: 13 February 2013 at 1:00 PM (Local Time)

LOCATION: AMC Museum, Building 714 and Building 638 Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, DE

CLOSING DATE: 5 March 2013 at 4:30 PM

PERFORMANCE PERIOD: The following applies:

Base Year Date of award through 28 February 2014

Option Period One 1 March 2014 through 28 February 2015

Option Period Two 1 March 2015 through 29 February 2016

Option Period Three 1 March 2016 through 28 February 2017

Option Period Four 1 March 2017 through 28 February 2018

NUMBER OF AMENDMENTS AS OF THIS MEETING: 0

NUMBER OF ADDENDA AS OF THIS MEETING: 0

CONTRACTING OFFICER: Charles R. Bishop, 302-677-5211, e-mail: charles.bishop.5@us.af.mil

BUYER & SABER CONTRACTING OFFICER: Jacqueline J. McGee, 302-677-5215, e-mail: jacqueline.mcgee@us.af.mil

CONTRACT SPECIALIST: SSgt Aaron Waltersdorff, 302-677-5213, e-mail:

aaron.waltersdorff@us.af.mil

TEAM LEAD: Christine Murphy. 302-677-3577, e-mail: christine.murphy.1@us.af.mil

SCOPE OF WORK: This is an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for construction efforts at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. The government will award construction projects by individual TOs on an as-needed basis. The contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to design, manage, and accomplish a broad range of maintenance, repair, alteration, and/or new construction work. During the contract period, the

Base Civil Engineer (BCE) will identify construction projects and the CO will issue individual TOs to the contractor to complete the work. The contractor shall maintain an office on Dover Air Force Base in order to receive work requests and other related requirements to accomplish each individual TO. Projects will include tasks in a variety of trades, including, but not limited to the following:

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- Site Work, Concrete, Masonry, Metals, Wood and Plastics, Thermal and Moisture Protection, Doors and Windows, Finishes, Specialties, Equipment, Special Construction, Conveying Systems, Mechanical, and Electrical.

- Commercial Repair and Remodeling.

- Abatement of Hazardous Material.

For the attendance sheet, please see the attached.

The following information is provided and/or was conveyed by Jacqueline McGee during the pre-proposal conference:

1. This is a nationwide competitive 8(a) requirement available to eligible 8(a) concerns.

2. Electronic or facsimile proposal are not authorized.

3. The contract minimum for the base year only, shall be not less than $150,000 executed by a single task order with the award of the basic contract. The contract maximum over the life of the contract shall not exceed $20,000,000.

4. Only one award will be made as a result of this solicitation. The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract.

5. The magnitude of the SABER SEED project is between $25,000 and $500,000.

6. A bid bond is required – see Section H, paragraph H-003.

7. The government will not accept any oral communications. Questions/concerns must be submitted to the Contracting Officer in writing, preferably by email to jacqueline.mcgee@us.af.mil, with a copy to both christine.murphy.1@us.af.mil and aaron.waltersdorff@us.af.mil. In accordance with Section L, AFFARS 5352.215-9000, no questions/concerns will be addressed after 22 February 2013. Submit your questions concerns, not later than 1630 hours (4:30 PM local time) on 22 February 2013.

8. There shall be no changes in the coefficients for options periods. The R. S. Means® Construction

Cost Data updates their database annually with updates to the CCI quarterly. These updates along with the quarterly City Cost Index (CCI) updates shall provide the only economic price adjustment under the contract. Davis-Bacon Wage Determinations, current at the start of each option period shall be incorporated by modification with the exercise of any option period.

9. The coefficient applicable to a task order will remain in effect through the life of the task order, to include any and all modifications.

10. See Section B, Note 8 for information on the CLIN for project estimating.

11. Section C, General Description, paragraph C-001, the reference with an asterisk before the references is subject to periodic updates at the discretion of the government.

12. Reference Section C, paragraph C-003, within 20 days of award the contractor must have a means of accessing the latest edition of the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) from their on site location.

13. Reference Section G, paragraph G-005, there will be no payment for materials stored on site.

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14. Reference Section H, paragraph H-008, offers are advised with the exception of the initial task order issued with the award of the contact, the Notice to Proceed for written task orders shall be the date the contractor receives the order. The government may issue a delayed Notice to Proceed to meet scheduling requirements. In rare instances, on projects deemed emergencies, the government may issue an oral confirming order prior to issuance of the written task order. In this case, the written confirming order will follow within 72 hours. A formal notice to proceed will be issued for the contract and the initial task order issued with the award of the contract.

15. Contractor phase-in and phase-out was addressed. See Section H, paragraph H-013 and Technical

Specifications-General Requirements, page 12 and 13, paragraph 2 entitled “Contractor Use of Premises” for details and requirements. Be advised the contractor’s area in building 638 provided by the government shall only be used for the purpose of the SABER contract.

16. See FAR 52.216-19 entitled “Ordering Limitations”. Orders may be issued from $2,000 to $500,000.

The contractor is not obligated to honor orders below $2,000 or above $500,000.

17. Central Contractor Registration: For information regard this, the Data Universal Numbering System

(DUNS), and the System for Award Management (SAM), please refer to FAR 52.204-13 – Central

Contractor Registration Maintenance, FAR 52.204-8 – Annual Representations and Certifications, FAR

52.204-7 – Central Contractor Registration, DFARS 252.204-7004 Alternate A – Central Contractor

Registration, etc. In accordance with FAR 52.204-7, paragraph (b)(2) “The offeror shall enter, in the block with its name and address on the cover page of this offer, the annotation “DUNS” or “DUNS +4” followed by the DUNS or DUNS +4 number that identified the offeror’s name and address exactly as stated in the offer. The DUNS number will be used by the Contracting Officer to verify that the offeror is registered in the CCR database.”

18. State of Delaware, Division of Revenue:

a. By State law, contractors with Government contracts over $20,000 must obtain a Delaware business license, post bond to ensure payment of taxes, supply a list of subcontractors, and if employees are working in Delaware the contractor must withhold Delaware taxes.

b. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Kathy Rebel, 302-856-5358 X125, a representative from the State of Delaware, Division of Revenue, at 302-744-1088, or you may write him at the following address: Dover Auto Bureau, Attn: Robert O’Hara, Division of

Revenue, 540 S DuPont Hwy, Thomas Collins Building, Ste 2, Dover DE 19901-4523. Or, you may e-mail her at kathy.rebel@state.de.us.

19. Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work:

a. It is your responsibility to ascertain the nature and location of the work and that you and your subcontractors are satisfied as to the general and local conditions that affect the work. Upon submitting a signed proposal, you acknowledge that you have satisfied yourself as to the character, quality, and quantity of the surface and subsurface materials, or obstacles to be encountered and from that of the drawings and specifications.

b. The government assumes no responsibility for any understanding reached or made concerning conditions that affect the work. In other words, unless something is latent, the government will not change the contract.

c. You and your subcontractors are expected to perform a detailed analysis of the solicitation. A contractor receiving an award should have brought up all issues and concerns, including those of their subcontractors, regarding the specifications and or drawings if applicable.

20. Specifications and Drawings for Construction:

a. Anything mentioned in the specifications and not shown on the drawings, or shown on the drawings and not mentioned in the specifications, shall be of like effect as if shown or mentioned in both.

b. In cases of differences between drawings and specifications, the specifications shall govern.

c. In case of discrepancy in the figures between the drawings and in the specifications, the matter shall be promptly submitted to the Contracting Officer for a decision. Any adjustment by the contractor shall be at your own risk and expense.

21. Permits and Responsibilities:

a. You are reminded that it is your responsibility to find out and comply with all Federal, State, municipal laws, codes and regulations applicable to the performance of the work and obtain any required licenses and permits. Contractors who do not comply with these provisions are subject to sanction under the terms of such contracts. Sanctions may include cure notice, government claim for damages, partial/total termination for default and suspension/debarment.

b. You are reminded to be sure to comply with all safety standards/requirements set forth in the contract. You are reminded OSHA representatives have access to the base at any time and often come unannounced. Any resulting fines are the responsibility of the contractor.

22. Superintendence by the Contractor: The prime contractor is required to directly superintend the work. The superintendent is required to be at the site at all times when work is in progress and have the authority to act for the prime contractor. The government may approve a subcontractor as the superintendent under special circumstances, only on a part time basis, and only if he has written permission to act on the behalf of the prime contractor.

23. Performance of Work by the Contractor: In accordance with FAR 52.219-14 entitled “Limitations on

Subcontracting”, para (4)(c)(3) ”By submission of an offer and execution of a contract, the

Offeror/Contractor agrees that in performance of the contract in the case of a contract for –

General construction. The concern will perform at least 15 percent of the cost of the contract, not including the cost of materials, with its own employees.”

24. All normal utilities will be provided at the site of work; however, if the contractor has special equipment where connections are not available at a site, the contractor must provide a generator, etc., for that equipment in accordance with the terms of the contract. If the contractor is bringing in a storage unit and/or office trailer, and wants an electrical hook up for that unit and/or trailer, the contractor will have to provide a meter and all hook ups for that meter. The contractor will then be charged for the electricity used.

25. Receipt of Proposal/Solicitation Analysis:

a. Ensure you submit your proposal prior to the closing date and time. Failure to be prompt/on time shall cause this office to reject acceptance of your proposal.

b. No formal public bid opening will be held. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation

(FAR) 24.202(a) and 10 U.S.C. 2305(g), a proposal in the possession or control of the government, submitted in response to a competitive solicitation, shall not be made available to any person under the

Freedom of Information Act. FAR 15.506 further indicates that “An offeror, upon its written request received by the agency within 3 days after the date on which that offeror has received notification of contract award . . . shall be debriefed and furnished the basis for the selection decision and contract award.” If an offeror is mailing a proposal, especially with overnight delivery, that offeror should also include room number 238 in the delivery address. Otherwise, the proposal could end up in our warehouse, and not received by the correct office on time.

c. Award of this solicitation shall be made upon best value to the government considering technical, past performance and cost price. See Sections L and M of the solicitation for specifics. Read these instructions very carefully, as this is how an offeror will be evaluated and an awardee will be determined.

Ms. McGee cautioned contractors to perform additional quality control of their proposals prior to submission in that one single item omitted could very possibly cost that contractor the award.

d. As a result of the Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data clause being in this solicitation, you are required to submit a Material Safety Data Sheet, meeting the requirements of 29CFR 1910.1200(g) and the latest version of Federal Standard No. 313, for all hazardous material identified in paragraph (b) of the clause. Failure to submit the Material Safety Data Sheet prior to award may result in the apparently successful offeror being considered non-responsive and ineligible for award.

26. Instructions for Preparation of Proposals:

a. Ensure that you follow the every aspect of the instructions found in Section L – Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Bidders, Information to Offerors (ITO) and Instructions for Proposal

Preparation. Three separate parts are to be submitted.

(1) Part 1 – Technical Factor. RFP documents are to be completed as identified/indicated in

Section L. Erasures or other alterations to the proposal must be initialed. Based on the

Evaluation Factors for Award, offers will be rated Acceptable, Reasonably Capable of Being

Made Acceptable, or Unacceptable. For award without discussions, proposals rated reasonably capable of being made acceptable are considered unacceptable. Proposals rated unacceptable are not awardable. Note: The definitions for each rating is found in Section M of the solicitation, page 70, paragraph B.

(2) Part 2 – Past Performance Factor. Past Performance Information must address all of the requirements identified in Section L. See section L for details on the submission requirements. Each offeror is responsible for sending the past performance questionnaires to his/her references and in turn require that the reference submit the completed questionnaire to the contracting officer without going back through the offeror. Questionnaires must be received by the contracting officer on or before the proposal due date. You are cautioned to submit sufficient information and in the format specified to enable the evaluators to fully ascertain your capability to perform the requirements contemplated by this solicitation. Please ensure the name, phone and fax numbers, address, e-mail address of the points of contact and all other required information submitted for the recent and relevant contracts you provide are current.

Contractors are highly encouraged to follow up with the references you have requested to complete the Past Performance Questionnaires to ensure they have submitted the completed questionnaire to the government.

(3) Part 3 - Cost/Price Factor. See Sections L and M for information regarding the cost/price factor. Offerors shall explain the basis for the methodology and development of the coefficients for each line item (CLINS 0001 through 0005). Several elements must be addressed. A “guide formula” is provided. Coefficients shall contain all allowable contractor costs as identified in

Section B and again in Section L. The project distribution by the coefficient “type” is provided on page 68 of the solicitation. Historical task order data for the previous SABER contract is provided on that same page.

b. There is no guarantee this office will open discussions and ask for a proposal revision. It is highly suggested that you offer your best proposal initially.

c. Please note, in accordance with FAR 52.228-1, you ARE required to submit a bid guarantee with your proposal. Please refer to the solicitation, Section H, paragraph H-003 for information on all bonding.

d. Contractors are cautioned against “buying in” with the seed project. This serves no benefit to either party. In fact it could be detrimental as the proposal for the seed project will be evaluated for its detail using a R. S. Means database as it applies to the requirements of the SABER SEED project. The cost/price evaluation is based on the evaluation information regarding coefficients as included in Sections L and M of the solicitation, not the bottom line price of the seed project. It is emphasized that all participants should exercise sound business methods and submit a realistic, thorough, and detailed proposal for the SABER SEED project and the coefficients offered for this contract. Doing so will ensure the government and contractor receive appropriate consideration. It will also prevent companies from unintentionally falling short in their capabilities.

e. Contractors are also cautioned against inflated quantities for line items in any proposal submitted. If a contractor submits that he will provide 16 widgets, the contractor is responsible to installing/using/etc. those 16 widgets. If not used, the government will expect a credit for the items not used, to include any labor.

f. Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) and other past performance systems will be reviewed, but there is no guarantee what information will be found in those systems.

Because of this it is highly encouraged that contractors ensure past performance questionnaires are completed and returned directly to the contracting officer.

g. The government may reject any proposal that is evaluated to be unrealistic in terms of program commitments, contract terms and conditions, or unrealistically high or low in cost when compared to the government estimates, such that the proposal is deemed to reflect an inherent lack of competence or failure to comprehend the complexity and the risks of the program.

h. The government may consider, throughout the evaluation, the “correction potential” of any deficiency or uncertainty. The judgment of such “correction potential” is within the sole discretion of the government. Should discussions be held, offerors will be restricted to a short turnaround

(i.e., less than 24 hours) in responding to the contracting officer during any discussion period.

i. Ms. McGee emphasized the paragraph toward the end of Section M which states “”If the lowest priced evaluated technical acceptable offer is judged to have a “Substantial Confidence” performance assessment, that offer represents the best value to the government and the evaluation process stops at this point. Award shall be made to that offeror without further consideration of any other offers.” The technical team will be provided the lowest priced offer (based on the coefficients, not the SABER SEED project) first and if that offeror is technically acceptable and has a “Substantial Confidence” performance assessment, the evaluation stops and that offeror will be awarded the contract without further consideration of any other offers.

27. Wage Rates:

a. Your solicitation contains three wage determinations. The applicable wage determination will be identified in each Statement of Work (SOW) provided. It is possible that an individual requirement could include more than one wage determination. If that occurs, the contractor will be advised which wage determination applies to what work.

b. The Wage and Hour Division has issued the below general guidelines for use in selecting the proper schedule(s) of wage rates. If you feel this office has incorporated an incorrect wage rate or you have any questions/complaints advise us immediately.

(1) Building construction is generally the construction of sheltered enclosures with walk-in access, for housing persons, machinery, equipment, or supplies. It typically includes all construction of such structures, installation of utilities and equipment (both above and below grade level), as well as incidental grading, utilities and paving, unless there is an established are practice to the contrary.

(2) Heavy construction includes those projects that are not properly classified as either

“building” or “highway”, and is of a catchall nature. Such heavy projects may sometimes be distinguished on the basis of their individual characteristics, and separate schedules issued (e.g., “dredging”, “water and sewer line”, “dams”, “flood control”, etc.).

(3) Highway construction is generally the construction, alteration, or repair of roads, streets, highways, runways, taxiways, alleys, parking areas, and other similar projects that are not incidental to “building” or “heavy” construction.

c. The Davis-Bacon Act is mandatory with all government contracts. It is an issue that can cause a contractor to not receive payment when payments are due. If such an issue shall arise the

Contracting Officer will issue a restitution for what is due an employee whether a prime or subcontractor employee. The wage determination applicable to the SABER SEED project is

“building” construction, DE130004 dated 01/04/2013. Payroll compliance for the prime contractor and any subcontractors are the responsibility of the prime contractor. Attached is and information guide to help contractor’s ensure compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, “A Contractor’s

Informational Guide to Compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act”. Please review this for additional guidance.

d. In accordance with FAR 52.222-11 entitled “Subcontracts (Labor Standards)”, within 14 days after award of the contract the contractor shall deliver to the Contracting Officer a completed

Standard Form 1413, Statement and Acknowledgement, for each subcontract for construction.

This also applies for any subcontract and any tier.

e. Contrary to popular belief, payrolls are not just due at the time invoicing occurs. In accordance with FAR 22.406-6 entitled “Payrolls and Statements”, the contractor must submit or cause to be submitted, within 7 calendar days after the regular payment date of the payrolls week covered, for the contractor and each subcontractor (at any tier) copies of weekly payroll statements of compliance using Dept. of Labor Form WH-347 (Payroll for Construction) or a similar form that includes the same data and identical representation.

Administration of payrolls, subcontractor controls, etc., is the responsibility of the prime contractor. If payrolls are not submitted as required and are up to date and current at the time of submission of payment request, that payment request could be rejected until all payrolls, SF Form

1413s, etc., are received. (Note: Added for information only. The number of payrolls required and received for SABER is extensive. During one six month period as many as 1,700 payrolls have been received on SABER.)

f. Regular compliance checking of payrolls will be accomplished to ensure necessary compliance with the labor standards requirements of the contract.

g. As it pertains to classification of workers, local area practice and/or collective bargaining agreements prevail. The following information/examples were provided:

- all work on standing seam metal roofing is classified as “sheet metal worker”

- all work involving the application of epoxy (flooring or otherwise) is classified as “painter” The painter’s classification/rate is applicable to all work from prep work to the final clean-up.

- There is a cleaning system which has been used on some of the SABER projects. The system used is called “Saniglaze”. If this system or an approved equal were to be used on a particular project, the classification for this process would also be “painter”. The painter’s classification/rate is applicable to all work from prep work to the final clean-up.

28. Contractors cannot include costs for bonds, mobilization/demobilization on any task order.

These costs are to be included in the offerors’ coefficients. For example, normally a contractor would be entitled to a bond payment for payment and performance bonds after a contract is awarded. This is not the case with SABER.

29. During the performance of the contract, there may be brand name requirements. Two examples of this are the Monaco Fire Alarm Panels and the Trane Direct Digital Controls (DDC).

30. EMPLOYMENT REPORTS ON DISABLED VETERANS AND VETERANS OF THE

VIETNAM ERA:

a. The U.S. Department of Labor requires contractors and subcontractors with a contract of

$100,000 or more (awarded after 2003) with the Federal Government must take affirmative action to hire and promote qualified special disabled veterans, Vietnam-era veterans and any other veteran who served on active duty during a war on a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized. Contracting Officers will have to confirm (where applicable, i.e.: if you’ve held a federal contract over $100,000 in the past year) that the contractor VETS-100 report was submitted before this contract award is made. If you have any questions about the VETS-100 reporting requirements, call the VETS-100 Processing Center, 703-461-2460.

b. Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era, FAR 52.222-

37, is included in this solicitation because the resulting contract of this solicitation is estimated to be awarded over $100,000. The report may be no longer electronically submitted electronically.

Please visit http://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/fcp/main.html for more information. You are also reminded the terms of this clause are required in every subcontract or purchase order of $100,000 or more unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary.

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31. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES - CONSTRUCTION:

a. If the contractor fails to complete the work within the time specified in the contract, or any extension, the contractor shall pay to the government as liquidated damages, the sum of $457.30 for each day of delay to include the day of acceptance.

b. Liquidated damages are not punitive in nature. They are typically based on administrative costs for an estimated number of hours it takes various persons to administer the contract on any given day. An example (but not all inclusive) of persons involved are the contracting officer, team lead, administrator, legal, and government inspector. The amount of liquidated damages may be adjusted and additional costs included for a particular requirement depending on the costs which may be incurred by the government for equipment, rentals, etc.

32. The contractor awarded the SABER contract, prior to starting work, shall submit a written proposed plan for implementing the clause at FAR 52.236-13 entitled Accident Prevention with its

Alternate I, and meet with representatives of the Contracting Office to discuss and develop a mutual understanding relative to administration of the overall safety program. The contractor’s

Accident Prevention Plan shall note compliance with all pertinent provisions of the latest version of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, in effect on the date of the solicitation.

33. Changes: You are reminded that NO CHANGES are authorized in the solicitation, specifications, or drawings unless directed by the Contracting Officer. This solicitation remains unchanged at this time, regardless of what has been said during this pre-proposal meeting and site visit. If the solicitation is changed, an amendment will be posted to the Federal Business

Opportunities site (FBO) at https://www.fbo.gov/.

34. If you are registered as an interested party, the FBO system should notify you when anything is posted on that site particular to subject solicitation; however, that may not always be the case. The e-mail notification system is not guaranteed, and it is the contractor's responsibility to check FBO for the latest information even if you do not receive an email directing you to do so. This position is supported by the following disclaimer posted on the E-Mail Notification Registration Page of the FBO site, “This service is provided for convenience only and does not serve as a guarantee of notification. Subscribers to this list service are ultimately responsible for reviewing the Federal Business Opportunities site for all information relevant to desired acquisitions.”

35. Teaming arrangements and joint venture agreements were briefly addressed. For details regarding this see page 67 of the solicitation.

36. Ms. McGee referred to the technical specifications, page 13, paragraph c (4) regarding rubbish hauling/handling. Ms. McGee noted that the one single rubbish line item included in the Locally

Developed Unit Price Guide, Attachment 10 to the solicitation is the only item that can be used for rubbish. This line item is inclusive of the complete process for rubbish hauling and handling. The only thing this item does not include would be chutes which might be required for a specific project.

Ms. McGee noted the coefficients and the CCI do not apply to this line item.

37. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS: Questions/concerns may only be addressed in writing or by email as indicated on the SF 1442, page 1 of the solicitation. E-mail your questions to the individuals indicated below. Questions and responses will be posted to FBO site. No questions/concerns/ comments will be addressed after COB (1630 hours – 4:30 PM local time) on 22 February 2013.

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Contractors were instructed not to engage in conversation with personnel at the two sites (building

714 and building 638). Questions regarding the SABER SEED project and the contractor’s area must be submitted by email to the personnel annotated above.

a. Question #1 – Where is the existing floor drain located for the project at bldg. 714?

Response: A response to this question will be addressed in the questions and responses posted later to the FBO site.

b. Question #2 – Will the information covered during the pre-proposal next Tuesday (19

February 2013) be the same as covered in the pre-proposal held on 13 February 2013?

Response: Ms. McGee explained that aside from contractor’s questions, it will be identical.

c. Question #3 – Why is the line item for rubbish hauling/handing less that it was in the previous contract?

Response: Ms. McGee explained that the price of the line item is the result of extensive market research accomplished by SSgt Waltersdorff and herself.

38. Once the office meeting was concluded attendees boarded a government furnished bus and were transported to hangar 714. All attendees were invited to investigate the site of the seed project. Pictures were authorized inside the area of construction. Contractors were not authorized to enter the hangar area. Mr. Smith/CEPM noted where material and equipment could be taken into the facility, the door for contractor/subcontractor entrance and the general area which will be provided as a laydown area. All applicable areas of construction inside the facility were made available to the attending contractors for site investigation and picture taking. No questions were authorized in the construction area. Questions regarding the construction area must be submitted by email to the personnel noted above. All participating attendees were then taken to the contractor’s area in building 638. Contractors were provided access to all of the areas to include the storage area. All participating attendees were then returned to the museum by government furnished bus. Once back at the museum the meeting was concluded.

39. Note: No matter the information extended, questions asked and responses provided at any pre-proposal conference, the solicitation remains unchanged unless an official amendment is issued.

Even though a section or sections, paragraph, specification, sketch, etc., was not mentioned or addressed during the preproposal conference, this in no way negates the importance of such.

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JACQUELINE J. MCGEE

Contracting Officer

Attachment:

Attendance Roster

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