Attachment 3 - FA561324Q0033_ Amendment 0001.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

86TH AIRLIFT WING (USAFE)

22 August 2024

DOCUMENT TYPE: AMENDMENT

SOLICITATION NUMBER: FA561324Q0033/AMENDMENT 0001

SOLICITATION TYPE: REQUEST FOR QUOTES (RFQ)

NAICS CODE: 611710, Educational Support Services

SET-ASIDE: Unrestricted

SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR USAFE-AFAFRICA 2024

WING LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE KEYNOTE/GUEST SPEAKER

RESPONSE DATE: 30 August 2024 at 10:00am Central European Time (CET)

DESCRIPTION:

1. The purpose of this Amendment (0001) is to provide all Questions and Answers for the subject request for

Keynote/Guest Speaking Services. The questions and answers are as follows:

a. 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?

Answer: This is a brand new requirement for guest speaking services.

b. Could you please let me know if the speaker has to have experience with the US military or any military experience in the world is acceptable?

Answer: It is preferred that the speaker has had experience addressing an audience consisting of US military leaders.

c. It is said on the solicitation "The contractor/speaker must be able to deliver a presentation of a minimum of 2.5 hours" Is it the sum of the first day and second day ( 1h+1h30min) or do you mean 2.5 hours per day?

Answer: 2.5 hours means the sum of the first day and second day.

d. Did you award a similar contract in the past if yes can you share the award ID? or the contract value?

Answer: This is a brand-new requirement for Guest Speaking services. There has been no previous award of this nature administered by the 700 CONS.

e. When it comes to price, how would I figure out the daily allowance for the plane trip?

Answer: The Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) specify that "official travelers must use the lowest priced, reasonably available airfare," which typically means flying economy class. This is outlined in the JTR.

It is recommended to refer to the most recent version of the regulations for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

f. Also, will lodging be available on base, or what that need to come from a private institution?

Answer: lodging will not be available on base and will be the responsibility of the Contractor to coordinate and to submit a proposal for lodging that is fair and reasonable to the Government.

g. Finally, I see this solicitation was a sole source, does that mean this is now an open bid opportunity?

Answer: This solicitation is an open bid opportunity.

h. Do you expect 2 different speeches during the 2 days ? if yes what would be the topic of each days?

Answer: Yes. Two different speeches or a continuation of the first day is expected to cover the topics referenced in the performance work statement, but should also include the topics of manning, retention strategies, streamlining team workloads, empowerment, and mindset.

i. What would be the audience size?

Answer: The audience is estimated to be a total of 50 attendees.

2. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

3. The solicitation due date of 30 August 2024 at 10:00am Central European Time (CET) remains unchanged.

4. Further questions or concerns may be provided to the undersigned via email at aubreeana.taylor@us.af.mil no later an 10:00 A.M. CET on 27 August 2024.

AUBREEANA TAYLOR

CONTRACTING OFFICER

mailto:aubreeana.taylor@us.af.mil