Questions and Answers.pdf
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- FA485526Q0008
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This is a Questions and Answers memorandum for a test administration services contract issued by the 27th Special Operations Contracting Squadron (AFSOC) at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. The solicitation is set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). This is a re-compete of a previous contract (FA485521P0004) previously held by CyNtelligent Solutions LLC, which is currently vacant. The contract structure consists of one Base Year running from May 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027, followed by three Option Years and an option to extend services. The contractor will be required to perform 1,745 hours of testing services annually, with additional tests to be administered within the awarded hours as operational needs require.
Key clarifications provided in the Q&A address contract performance requirements. The contractor must monitor testing schedules closely and cancel or add sessions as needed, with compensation provided for full scheduled session times regardless of actual examinee attendance (minimum threshold is five examinees per session). Historical data indicates no previous cancellations due to lack of testing appointments. Offerors may incorporate representations and certifications information within the Technical Capability section of their proposals. Questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to SSgt Nicholas Kolasch at 784-6240 or nicholas.kolasch@us.af.mil, or SrA Michael Barbera at michael.barbera@us.af.mil.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment 4. Provisions and Clauses.pdf | ||
| Attachment 5. Wage Determination.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 Offeror Information Worksheet.pdf | ||
| Combo.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 PWS .pdf | ||
| Attachment 2. Price Worksheet.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet |
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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS CONTRACTING SQUADRON (AFSOC)
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE NEW MEXICO
the business of war
26 FEB 26
MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD
FROM: 27 SOCONS/PKA
SUBJECT: Test Admin Q&A
Q. We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?
A. There was a previous incumbent performing these services and is currently vacant, Contract # FA485521P0004. The incumbent company was CyNtelligent Solutions LLC.
Q. The combined synopsis reflects one Base Year, three Option Years and an Option to Extend Services. The Proposal Price Worksheet reflects one Base Year, four Option Years and an Option to Extend Services. Please confirm the correct contract structure and the number of Option Years required for pricing.
A. The combined synopsis is correct with one Base Year, three OY’s, and an option to extend service. The Price Worksheet will be reuploaded and adjusted.
Q. The Combo document states 1,745 hours per year. Appendix A of the PWS identifies 1,560 estimated hours for the Testing Specialist. Please confirm the correct annual hours requirement for pricing and performance.
A. 1,745 hours per year
Q. Section 1.2.2.3 states that additional tests may be administered as needed. Please clarify whether these additional tests are expected to be performed within the stated annual hours or if workload growth beyond the annual hours is anticipated.
A. Additional tests will be administered within the awarded hours.
Q. Section 1.2.2.6 requires a minimum of five examinees prior to calling a session. If fewer than five examinees report for a scheduled session, will the contractor be compensated for the full scheduled session time?
A. Test admin are expected to closely monitor the schedule prior to testing day and cancel or add test sessions as need. Contractor will be compensated for full scheduled session time.
Q. Will the Government confirm that this solicitation is only an SDVOSB set-aside?
A. That is correct, it is set-aside for SDVOSB
Q. Will the Government clarify the dates of delivery?
A. The base year will be 1 May 2026-28 Feb 2027
Q. Where in the Offeror’s proposal does the Government want the Reps and Certs information to be incorporated? Technical Capability?
A. That is acceptable.
Q. Please clarify historical cancellations of testing sessions due to lack of testing appointments.
A. We never have any issue on cancellation due to lack of testing appointment.
2. Please direct any questions to SSgt Nicholas Kolasch at 784-6240, or via email at nicholas.kolasch@us.af.mil or SrA Michael Barbera michael.barbera@us.af.mil.
MICHAEL BARBERA, SrA, USAF Contracting Officer mailto:nicholas.kolasch@us.af.mil mailto:michael.barbera@us.af.mil
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