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432 SPTS/CE Utility Monitoring Control Systems (UMCS) System Administrator (SA)
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This document is a Request for Information (RFI) for a Utility Monitoring Control Systems (UMCS) System Administrator (SA) contract with the Department of the Air Force. The solicitation requires a part-time System Administrator who will work 40 hours per quarter (160 hours annually), with potential occasional overtime. Key requirements include the System Administrator being a U.S. Citizen with a Secret Clearance, CAC card, 8140.03 Intermediate certifications or 8570 IAT II minimum, and proficiency in JCI Metasys systems. The contract involves technical support for an existing system with an Authority to Operate (ATO) already in place.

The RFP indicates no specific proposal format is required, with technical acceptability determined on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Pricing should be submitted as a full annual cost. Notably, FY25 funding is not currently obligated, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation before or after the closing date. The solicitation is open for questions until 16 June 2025 and offers are due by 02 July 2025 at 10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time. The contract will utilize JCI OEM or licensed franchised contractors compliant with TAA, DoD, and Air Force acquisition regulations.

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RFIs

1. Normally a System Administrator is an SCA exempt position. Is it the intention of the Government that this position is non-exempt? If non-exempt, which Wage Determination Title is appropriate?

This position will be SCA exempt. The Wage Determination will not be included in award.

2. Is a facility clearance required to perform the work in the SOW?

Secret Clearance is required to perform work.

3. Can Government estimate the # of hours overtime estimated per year?

Overtime would only be in an emergency. I would say that OT shouldn’t be more than 20hrs per year if needed.

4. Can Government clarify how technical capability will be evaluated?

Technical acceptability will be determined on an Acceptable or Unacceptable basis. To be determined technically acceptable the contractor shall provide an offer that clearly meets the requirements of the Solicitation and the Statement of Work.

Technical Acceptable/Unacceptable Ratings: Rating

Description

Acceptable The proposal clearly demonstrates a thorough understanding of the requirements and describes an approach to demonstrating how the tasks will be accomplished in accordance with the outlined services summary table in the Statement of Work.

Unacceptable The proposal does not demonstrate an understanding of the requirement. A demonstration of how the tasks will be accomplished is not clearly defined.

5. If there is an incumbent, please provide the company name and contract number.

This is a new contract with no incumbent performing these services.

6. Please confirm whether this requirement involves converting from RF Optics to Fiber Optics There is no RF.

7. In the "Schedule" section of the SOW, it states the following:

“The System Administrator will work one standard 40-hour week per quarter, total 160 hours per year” Are you expecting the Administrator to only work one week per month ?

The System administrator (SA) would be expected to work 40 hours per quarter.

8. We would like to confirm if we need to include a resume for System Administrator, technical approach, and past performance in our proposal submission?

There is not a required format for the proposals. All documents submitted will be reviewed as part of the proposal.

9. The RFP mentions that "The System Administrator will work one standard 40-hour week per quarter, total 160 hours per year, with the possibility of occasional overtime as needed and approved". Is it not a full time position?

This is not a full time position.

10. The pricing has been asked for 12 months. Do we have to provide a monthly price or for 160 hours per year?

Full annual cost

11. Is any part of the existing UMCS "proprietary"?

No.

12. Is this solicitation an RFQ or RFP?

This solicitation is a RFP.

13. If this is an RFP, is there a technical proposal requirement?

There is not a required format for the proposals. All documents submitted will be reviewed as part of the proposal

14. Is there any part of the existing UMCS system that contains software licensed to the government with either "restricted rights in data" or "limited rights in data"? If so, please describe.

The government does not believe so.

15. Will the systems administrator be required to be a U.S. Citizen?

Yes, the SA MUST be a U.S. Citizen, posses a CAC card, Secret Clearence, 8140.03 Intermediate certifications, or 8570 IAT II at a minimum.

16. Does the current system have an ATO in place?

Yes.

17. If the existing UMCS is JCI Metasys, Software Support and Training is considered proprietary and only an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or licensed franchised contractor can provide service and support to Metasys systems.

The software is proprietary to JCI, however the software utilizes non-proprietary protocols, services, or management. JCI OEM must be utilized however acquisition of OEM may be through licensed franchised contractors as long as they comply with TAA, DoD, and AF acquisition.

18. Will the contractor be required to prove profieciency and experience in Metasys to accurately fullfill the role of System Administrator?

Yes.

19. Is FY25 funding obligated for this potential contract?

Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.

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