FPS4_Responses_to_Questions_(Posting__2).pdf

No. Reference Pg. # Para # Contractor Question Government Response

8 Attachment 6 12, 18, & 24

The following clauses are not the most current.

5152.222-5900 PROHIBITION AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING, INHUMANE

LIVING CONDITIONS, AND WITHHOLDING OF EMPLOYEE PASSPORTS (AUG 2011)

5152.225-5904 MONTHLY CONTRACTOR CENSUS REPORTING (DEC 2011)

5152.225-5907 MEDICAL SCREENING AND VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR

CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES OPERATING IN THE CENTCOM AREA OF

RESPONSIBILITY (AOR) (DEC 2011)

5152.247-5900 INBOUND/OUTBOUND CARGO AND CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT

CENSUS (APR 2012)

Request the Government update the solicitation to the most current clauses:

5152.222-5900 PROHIBITION AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING, INHUMANE

LIVING CONDITIONS, AND WITHHOLDING OF EMPLOYEE PASSPORTS (MAR 2014)

5152.225-5904 MONTHLY CONTRACTOR CENSUS REPORTING (AUG 2014)

5152.225-5907 MEDICAL SCREENING AND VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR

CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES OPERATING IN THE CENTCOM AREA OF

RESPONSIBILITY (AOR) (JUN 2015)

5152.247-5900 INBOUND/OUTBOUND CARGO AND CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT

CENSUS (APR 2013)

Information forthcoming in Amendment

39 Section L 15 5.1.6

Volume III – Model Contract, Section J, Attachment 2 – DD Form 254: Can a cleaner version of DD254 be provided? The DD254 provided as part of the Model Contract looks to be a third-generation copy included in a secured PDF, so it cannot be extracted or modified/populated per RFP requirements.

An unsecured version will be posted to FBO.

40 Section L 15 5.1.7

Volume III – Model Contract, Section K: Can the government provide a separate, editable Section K for easier population of fill-in clauses? The Section K was provided as part of the Model Contract, which is a secured PDF that cannot have sections extracted or modified/populated per RFP requirements.

An unsecured version will be posted to FBO.

41 Section L 16 5.2.3

Volume III – Other Information Required – Company/Division Address:

Ref. the statement, “List all locations where work is to be performed”;

should this be interpreted as locations where work “may” be performed throughout the duration of the contract? Clarification is needed as to the intent of the requirement, as work locations would likely be determined on a delivery order (DO) basis.

Each contractor must list locations of their facilities. Specific places of performance will be determined at D.O/T.O Level.

42 Section L 12 4.4.4

Attachment 3 – Integrated Master Schedule (IMS): Can offerors include, as an appendix item to Volume II, a description of Project Management Plan/Approach? The IMS is a critical component of a successful Project Management Plan. Context of a company’s PMP is necessary to understand/evaluate how the IMS was developed and will be executed.

No. IMS should have a logical flow and should follow a disciplined technical approach thus making it understandable for the project. The IMS should incorporate the Offeror' s understanding and soundness of approach.

43 Section L 11 4.4.2

Ref. the statement, “The [narrative verification] plan shall include a description of proposed verification methods including … Quality Control approach …”. Can offerors include, as an appendix item to Volume II, a narrative description of overall Quality Control plan/approach?

Describing QC of verification methods is difficult without putting it in context of an overall Quality Control plan/approach. Allowing offerors to provide a QC Approach would help put the required descriptions in the necessary context.

No additional appendix is needed. See Section L Section 2.2 Table 2.

44 Section L 15 5.1.6

Volume III – Model Contract, Section J Attachments: The list of Section J attachments is inaccurate. (Sections L and M should be Attachments 8 and 9, respectively; Attachment 6 (OCONUS T&C’s) and Attachment 7 (PWS) are not listed.) Specifically, which Section J Attachments need to be submitted with the Model Contract? Alternatively, is it acceptable to only submit those attachments that had changes required by RFP instructions (Attachment 2, DD Form 254)? Clarification needed on which Section J attachments should be included as part of the Model Contract submittal for Volume III.

Section L - 5.1.6 List of Attachments will be updated with Amendment which is forthcoming.

45 Section L 15 5.1.6

Volume III – Model Contract, Section J Attachments: Does Attachment 6 (OCONUS Location Specific T&C’s) need to be filled out and submitted with the proposal, or are those clauses handled on a Delivery Order (DO) basis? Clarification needed on which Section J attachments should be included as part of the Model Contract submittal for Volume III.

Attachment 6 (OCONUS Location Specific T&Cs) does not need to be filled out with this proposal and will be handled at D.O/T.O level.

L-2.2, Table 2. Proposal

Organization Will the government increase the Page Limit for Volume II to 30 pages? The page count will be revised to 25 pages. See forthcoming amendment.

47 Attachment 8 11 4.4.1 Please clarify the following sentence: “The response should not provide a design/install approach for meeting a perceived set of holistic requirements to achieve a compliant/certified Air Force security system.”

The response should provide a design/install approach responsive to the Sample Problem and not percieved Air Force security needs.

48 Attachment 8 21 3.1.8.1

Please clarify the term “all” in the following sentence: “Should the offeror choose to use the 4 inch GFE conduit to buildings and manholes filled with abandoned 50 pair copper cable, the offeror shall remove all abandoned 50 pair copper cable and install three each, 1 inch three cell MaxCell. The offeror shall install a tracer wire when using nonmetallic conduit.” Should the 50 pair copper cable be removed from the end points in the buildings, or only in conduit sections where chosen for use?

Updated information in forthcoming Amendment.

49 Attachment 8 23 3.1.10 Are there existing power sources for the power network? Yes. Updated information in forthcoming Amendment.

50 Attachment 8 23 3.1.10 If there are existing source locations for power, what is the available service size?

Yes. Updated information in forthcoming Amendment.

51 Attachment 8 23 3.1.10 If there are existing source locations for power, where are those locations?

Yes. Updated information in forthcoming Amendment.

52 Attachment 8 21 and 24 3.1.5.2 and 3.1.12

Section 3.1.5.2 states “The ECF Entry Controller and BDOC shall have remote capability to arm/disarm each facility independently.” Section

3.1.12 states: “This equipment in building 904 shall serve as a monitoring only service, with no operator input allowed.” Which statement takes precedence?

The Sample Problem is correct as written.

53 Attachment 8 24 3.1.14 What is the interior height of the five PL-1 facilities (914, 916, 918, 920, 922)?

Updated information in forthcoming Amendment.

54 Attachment 8 24 3.1.14 What are the dimensions of the two main vents on the front and for the vertical vent in the rear of each facility?

Information forthcoming in Amendment

55 Attachment 8 24 3.1.14 What are the heights Above Finish Floor (AFF) of the two main vents on the front and for the vertical vent in the rear of each facility?

No further information will be provided.

56 Attachment 8 25 3.2 What is the make and model of the existing Line of Detection (LOD) at the fence line?

Clarification forthcoming in Amendment.

57 Attachment 8 25 3.2 What is the make and model of the Buried Line Sensor (BLS) on the south side?

Clarification forthcoming in Amendment.

58 Attachment 8 25 3.2.1.1 Shall security of the RA be maintained during construction? No further information provided

59 Attachment 8 25 3.2

Please clarify the hangar building number in the following statement:

“Area 2 was previously defined as a PL-3 area with a single Line of Detection at the perimeter fence line, but has been redefined to be a PL-2 area with the hangar building (bldg. 500) containing the PL-2 asset.”

Clarification forthcoming in Amendment

63 Attachment 8 26 3.2.4 What is the make and model of the existing AECS? Clarification forthcoming in Amendment.

64 Attachment 8 29 3.3 Will enrollment take place in the BDOC only for all areas? No further information provided

65 Attachment 8 30 3.3.2 Are Uninterruptible Power Supplies a part of the existing building backup power?

Clarification forthcoming in Amendment.

66 Attachment 8 32 Table 6 If any equipment on the IDSEL does not meet the requirements of the Buy American Act, is this equipment still allowable for use?

Equipment identified in Table 6 IDSEL is acceptable for use.

70 RFP Model Contract N/A General

Will the Government provide an “unlocked” copy of the Model Contract or provide the password? Rationale being that bidders need to complete portions of the document (Section A SF33, DD254, etc.) and return these with their proposals. An unlocked file will facilitate this effort.

An unsecured version will be posted to FBO.

71 RFP, Model Contract Section I

Section I, Contract Clauses by Reference includes FAR 52.230-02 COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS (OCT 2015). This provision was modified through Deviation 2018-O0015 (May 2018). Would the government consider replacing the OCT 2015 standard with Deviation 2018-O0015 (May 2018)?

Yes, the Government will replace clause FAR 52.230-02 COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS (OCT 2015) with clause FAR 52.230-02 COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS (DEVIATION 2018-O0015) via Amendment.

73 Model Contract Section K, Reps and Certs

Please confirm that DFAR 252.225-7021 TRADE AGREEMENTS (DEC 2017), DFAR 252.225-7002 QUALIFYING COUNTRY SOURCES AS

SUBCONTRACTORS (DEC 2017) and 252.225-7012 PREFERENCE FOR CERTAIN DOMESTIC COMMODITIES (DEC 2017) are applicable to this procurement, and items/materials supplied must qualify as “domestic end products,” “qualifying country end products,” or “designated country end products”.

As stated in Section L, Paragraph 5.1.5, All clauses from the FPS4 IDIQ contract automatically carry over to the subsequent DOs issued. These clauses may be applicable to such DOs and therefore are included in the IDIQ

74 Section L Attachment 8, Page 11 Section L Para 4.4.4

Section L, Section L Para 4.4.4 Attachment 3 IMS, states "The IMS shall be defined to no more than five (5) levels of detail to which the offeror plans to manage execution of the Sample Problem installation work" and goes on to use the specific term "installation work" multiple times. However, the sample problem WBS Dictionary appears to require much more than just installation (i.e. it mentions design in every element). Will the government please confirm that the IMS, CWBS, and associated BOEs should include installation activities and labor only? Clarification of instructions.

Clarification forthcoming in Amendment

76 Section L Attachment 8, Page 6

Attachment 8, Page 11 Section L Para 2.0 Section L

Para 4.4.1

Section L Para 2.0 General Instructions states, "The offer shall be compliant with the requirements as stated in the Statement of Work (SOW), Model Contract, including all Exhibits and Attachments thereto, and all attachments to these Instructions For Proposal Preparation (IFPP), which includes supplemental instructions contained herein." Yet Para

4.4.1 states, "The intent is to measure the offeror’ s ability to answer the Sample Problem and only the Sample Problem. Limit the contents of this response to the specifically identified Sample Problem assumptions and requirements." This appears to be in direct conflict with paragraph 2.0.

Can the government please clarify what parts of the SOW, CDRLs, etc. we should be demonstrating on the sample problem to demonstrate compliance? Instruction conflict

Clarification forthcoming in Amendment.

77 Section L Attachment 8, Page 43 Attachment 4, Page 2

Section L, Sample Problem WBS and WBS Dictionary, will the government please confirm that the WBS Dictionary definitions to use for the Sample Problem WBS Attachment L-4 (in Attachment 8) should match the Task Order WBS Dictionary Attachment 4? For example, should the definition for Sample Task WBS 1.1.3 (delay/denial) be the same as Task Order WBS

1.1.4 Fence (delay/denial) in attachment 4? Clarification of instructions.

CWBS submittals in response to the sample problem should only include the elements provided in Attachment 8, Section L, Attachment L-4 and not the version provided in Attachment 4. The CWBS provided in Attachment 4 is to be used on subsequent delivery orders.

78 Section L Attachment 8, Page 13 Section L Para 4.4.4

Section L Para 4.4.4 “Attachment 5 BOE - Sample BOE Template”. The Sample Problem BOE Template includes two blank lines below item 1.1 PL- 1 Restricted Area. Is it the government’s intent for the offeror to collect system level labor and ODCs at the 1.1 level? Clarification of instructions.

That is correct…that is meant as a placeholder for system level labor and ODCs at the 1.1 level. Two lines is not mandatory, it was meant to show there would be system level data without taking up too much space on the page.

79 Section L Attachment 8, Page 11

Attachment 8, Attachment L-1 Page 19

Section L Para 4.4.3

Section L, Attachment 8, Para 4.4.3 asks for a description of the proposed approach to 3 years of ICS for the sample problem. However, the sample problem itself, Attachment L-1, Sample Problem Instructions beginning Para 3.0 does not include any ICS requirements and the WBS, Attachment L-4 does not contain a WBS element for ICS. Will the government please confirm that the offeror is not required to provide BOEs for the ICS approach? Clarification of instructions.

No BOEs required for ICS approach.

80 Section L Attachment 8, Page 20 Section L Para 3.1.5.1

Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.1.5.1 specifies ABA compliant personnel portals. Are the current personnel portals compliant with Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Article 404.3? Clarification of existing features.

No further information provided.

81 Section L Attachment 8, Page 20 Section L Para 3.1.5.1

Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.1.5.1 specifies ABA compliant personnel portals. Will the government please confirm that the current personnel portals are not ABA compliant and need to be replaced with Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Article 404.3 compliant portals?

Clarification of existing features and requirements.

No further information provided.

84 Section L Attachment 8, Page 21 Section L Para 3.1.5.2 Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.1.5.2, Does the Government want the door lock mechanisms on the PL-1 doors upgraded or replaced?

Clarification of requirements.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

85 Section L Attachment 8, Page 24 Section L Para 3.1.12 Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.1.12, Does the government want a video wall in addition to the operator's client workstation for IDS/IVA monitoring in building 904? Clarification of requirements.

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

86 Section L Attachment 8, Page 25 Section L Para 3.2.1.1 Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.2.1.1, What is the OEM, type, and model of the Area 2 LOD sensor on the fence? What is the type and model of the Buried line sensor? Clarification of existing features.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

89 Section L Attachment 8, Page 29 Section L Para 3.3 Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.3, How many IDS/IVA workstations does the Government require for BDOC Room 103? Clarification of requirements.

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

90 Section L Attachment 8, Page 30 Section L Para 3.3.3 Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.3.3, How many AECS badging workstations does the Government require for the Badging Station in Room 31? Clarification of requirements.

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

91 Section L Attachment 8, Page 23 Section L Para 3.1.11 Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.1.11, Is there an existing lighting system in Area 1, RA? Clarification of existing features.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

93 Section L

Attachment 8, Page 29

300) BDOC-Overall.pdf drawing

Section L Para 3.3

Drawing 300 vs Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.3 Sample Problem, the text in the sample problem and the text on the drawing are in conflict regarding the Comms Room number. Is the building 500 Comms Rm numbered as room "100" or room "101"? Instruction conflict.

See forthcoming Amendment.

94 Section L

Attachment 8, Page 20

100) Area1-Overall.pdf drawing

Section L Para 3.1.5.1

Section L, Sample Problem Para 3.1.5.1, Does the personnel portal in drawing 100 qualify as a portal requiring AECS Level III equipment, or is it outside the RA fence and requires LESS THAN a Level III AECS type of entry equipment? Clarification of existing features.

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

100) Area1-Overall.pdf drawing

Sample Problem Drawing 100, Where is the available electrical power for tie-in with the FDB network that the offeror must install? Clarification of existing features.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

97 Section L Attachment 8, Page 8 Section L Para 2.0 Table 2 Section L Para 2.0 Table 2, Will the Government please increase the narrative portion of the Technical Volume page count to 40 pages based on the requirement for detailed descriptions? Proposal Request.

The page count will be revised to 25 pages.

98 Section L Page 17 Attachment L-1, Para 2.1 item 2, On Page 17 states: "...the average annual snowfall amount is 30 inches..." Question: Will the Government clarify the average and maximum accumulated snow?

No further information will be provided.

99 Section L Attachment L-1, Para 3.1.10

Attachment L-1, Para 3.1.10 provides a reference to ESE-SIT-001 sections

3.1.2 - 3.1.4.

These sections appear to be incorrect. Question:

Will the Government confirm that the correct sections are 3.3.1.2 - 3.3.1.4?

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

100 Other Could you let me know the place of performance for Solicitation Number:

FA8730-19-R-0005

Locations are in Section L Table 1.

101 Section L 10 2.2.7 Can the offeror’s proposal be hand-carried to the listed address?

Guaranteed Delivery.

No. For security reasons all packages must be sent to the location listed in Section L Para 2.2.7.

102 General Att 8, p 17 2.1 What northern state best represents the location of this Air Force Base?

Design consideration, LOEs and BOEs.

No further information will be provided.

103 Bidder Library Att 8 p 7 AFI31-101_AFGM2018-03 was provided. Is this document to be used for our design basis? Design consideration.

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

104 Sample Problem 20 3.1.2 Is the assumption only addressing the fence fabric? Design consideration, LOEs and BOEs.

No further information will be provided.

Drawing 100 Area 1 -

Overall N/A Drawings Package

The drawing references display turnstile x2. Does this represent two turnstiles currently installed and the locations depicted? Design consideration, LOEs and BOEs.

No further information will be provided.

106 Sample Problem Att 8, p 23 3.1.12 and

Paragraphs state the IDS/IVA system in Bldg. 904 Rm. 103 will be a monitoring service only with no operator input allowed. But Section

3.1.5.2 states the ECF controller will have remote capability to arm/disarm each facility independently. Can the Government define the requirements? Clarify requirements. Design consideration, LOEs and BOEs

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

107 Sample Problem Att 8 p. 22

3.1.8.2.1 and 3.1.14 Table 2-

Communications/Conduit Infrastructure section states Bldg. 918 will have two strands of dark fiber available. Should that read Bldg. 904?

Clarification.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

108 Sample Problem Att 8, p 25 3.2 2nd paragraph states the existing sensor system processors are obsolete and not approved for use. Who is the manufacturer, and how many IDS processors are installed? Clarification for LOE and BOE

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

109 Sample Problem Att 8, p. 23 3.1.10 Would the Government please describe the available perimeter power source. Design completion, LOE and BOE.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

NETWORK DIAGRAM

LAYER 3 TOPOLOGY

ATT CA-1 & CA-2

Are the alarm boards depicted on this drawing compatible with any approved CCDE? Clarification for LOE and BOE

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

112 Sample Problem Att 8, p 21; Att 8, p 25 3.1.6 and 3.2 Area 1 SCIF (Bldg. 910) does not require IDS/IVA. Does this also apply to Areas 2 SCIF (Bldg. 697, Rooms 200 and 201)? Clarification. BOE and LOE completion

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

113 M002 Evaluation Factor Att 8, p 5 (Section L)

Att 8 p 19 Sub-factor 3

ACS and AECS are listed as separate subsets. SECTION L, paragraph 1.0, third paragraph states “for the purposes of solicitation, the terms ACS and AECS are used synonymously”. Will the Government combine the two subsets?

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

114 Section L Attachment 8, Page 12 4.4.4 Should the IMS include pre-construction activities (i.e. design, procurement, etc.)? Completeness of the IMS

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

115 Section L Attachment 8, Page 17 2.1.9.d Can the contractor provide hardcopy drawings in B size (11 x 17) format, folded down to 8.5 x 11? Compliance

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

116 Section L Attachment 8, Page 26 3.2.7.1 Is the GFE conduit depicted a minimum of 24" below finish grade and compliant with NFPA 70 under roadways? To determine if GFE conduit can be used for any necessary fiber.

No further information will be provided.

118 Section L Attachment 8, Page 21 3.1 What type (Voltage, Amps, etc.) of power is available as in input to the FDB Power network required for this task? Required to provide the Power design to the Area.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

119 RFP GEN

Please provide an unsecured copy of the solicitation, or the required sections for electronic fill in and return (including the DD254) separate from the entire 253 page pdf. Model Contract/Representations and Certifications requires the offeror to include one signed copy of the SF33, and Sections A through K. The FPS4 Model Contract is Secured, and will not allow extraction of specific sections to fill in and sign.

An unsecured version will be posted to FBO.

120 DD 254 Attachment 2, Page 1 Block 1b Block 1b shows a requirement for Secret safeguarding. Does the contractor need to have this in place to receive a contract under this solicitation? Compliance

See DD254 pg. 2 Block 13 Not all Security Requirements included in this proposal DD254 will be required for all Delivery Orders. A specific DD254 will be issued for each Classified Delivery Order. Unclassified Delivery Orders may not require a DD254.

121 DD 254 Attachment 2, Page 2 Block 11 Block 11 shows a requirement for Classified AIS processing. Does the contractor need to have this in place to receive a contract under this solicitation? Compliance

See DD254 pg. 2 Block 13 Not all Security Requirements included in this proposal DD254 will be required for all Delivery Orders. A specific DD254 will be issued for each Classified Delivery Order. Unclassified Delivery Orders may not require a DD254.

Drawings Package /

Network Configs

Please clarify if offerors are to provide a corrected version of this file with the proposal. If so, please clarify which section of the proposal it should be submitted under (At 100+ pages, it would not fit under the 20 page limit for the technical volume, and does not technically qualify as a “drawing”, so would not fit into Attachment 1). If to be included in technical volume, consider eliminating page limit.

Offerors should provide an updated version of the drawing package and network configs/diagrams supplied under Attachment 1 of the Technical Volume. Offeror's drawing package should reflect their proposed design.

125 Section L 4.4.1 & 4.4.2

The verification approach in para 4.4.2 refers to descriptions of “Integration and functionality of all equipment” and “Compliance with the Sample Problem Instructions…and other applicable requirements documentation”. It appears this is also requested in 4.4.1. Please clarify which section should contain this information.

The Government is unable to answer the question because it is unclear.

Offeror should provide information requested at Section L 4.4.1 & 4.4.2.

126 Section L Attachment 8-1 2.2(a)

Please clarify into which section of the proposal this is to be provided (At 100+ pages, it would not fit under the 20 page limit for the technical volume, and does not technically qualify as a “drawing”, so would not fit into Attachment 1). If to be included in technical volume, consider eliminating page limit.

Offerors should provide an updated version of the drawing package and network configs/diagrams supplied under Attachment 1 of the Technical Volume. Offeror's drawing package should reflect their proposed design.

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L, Attachment L-1: Sample

Problem

Page 186 of 253, (Attachment 8 Page 20)

Is the Area 1, Entry Control Facility (ECF) Entry Controller (EC) a person stationed at the ECF or is the EC an electronic controller (part of the

AECS)?

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

Refer to Attachment L-1 Section 3.1.5.1.

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L Page 180 of 253 (Attachment

8 Page 14, paragraph 5.1)

Does the Government desire each proposal to contain the model contract sections A thru K inclusive of all Section J attachments without hole punches or is that guidance solely applicable to the SF 33? Is electronic original signature on the SF 33 acceptable for submission?

Yes. The original should be a complete proposal (see Section L para 5.1 and para 2.2, Table 2). Electronic signature is acceptable if it is certified signature similar to DoD Public Key Infrastructure certificate using a Common Access Card.

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contrat.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L Page 180 of 253 (Attachment 8 Page 14, paragraph 5.1.4)

Can the Government clarify the statement regarding eligibility? The RFP does not contain any Section H clauses to comply with during proposal submission. Is it possible statement should state “as required at the DO level”?

Inconsistency will be updated with forthcoming Amendment.

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L Page 180 of 253 (Attachment 8 Page 14, paragraph 5.1.6)

Can the Government clarify that the only Attachment listed in Section J that should be “filled in” and submitted in the Contract Documentation Volume is Attachment 2, the DD254 for the IDIQ level?

Yes. The DD254 is the only Attachment in Section J of the Model Contract that needs to be filled in. Offerors are reminded to review all Volume III requirements.

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Section I, Part II Page 65 of 253 Can the Government clarify that the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) DFAR Clause 252.234-7002 is only applicable at the DO/TO level based on order value?

As stated in Section L, Paragraph 5.1.5, All clauses from the FPS4 IDIQ contract automatically carry over to the subsequent DOs issued. These clauses may be applicable to such D.Os and therefore are included in the IDIQ

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L Attachment 9, Section M

Page 171 of 253 (Attachment 8, Page 5, paragraph 1.0)

Section L Program Objectives states “for the purposes of solicitation, the terms ACS and AECS are used synonymously.” However, Section M, Clause M002 EVALUATION FACTORS, a. Evaluation Factors, Sub factor 3:

Entry Control gives both ACS and AECS as separate evaluation factors.

Should we assume that these evaluation factors are synonymous, as well?

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L

Pages 174-175 of 253 (Attachment 8, Page 8, Table

2. Proposal Organization, and page 9, 2.2.1 f)

Section L Table 2. Proposal Organization states that Sample Problem Attachments 1-6 have no page limit and Attachment 7 has a one page limit. However, Section L 2.2.1 f states that Attachment 6 has a one page limit. Please clarify the page limits for the Sample Problem Attachments.

Information forthcoming in Amendment

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L

(Attachment 8, Page 9, 2.2.2

Page Size and Format)

Section L 2.2.2 b states, “For tables, charts, graphs and figures, the text shall be no smaller than 8 point.” Does this include captions, action captions, and call out boxes?

Yes this includes captions, action captions, and call out boxes

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0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L, Attachment L-1: Sample

Problem

Page 191 of 253, (Attachment 8, Page 25, 3.2)

In the first paragraph, should the building number be 700? Further clarification will be in forthcoming amendment

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0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L, Attachment L-1: Sample

Problem

Page 193 of 253, (Attachment 8, Page 27, 3.2.7.2.6)

Should the reference to “IDB 702” instead be “IDB 700” as depicted on the drawings?

Further clarification will be in forthcoming amendment

RFP Attachment 8, Instructions for

Proposal Preparation

RFP Attachment 9, Evaluation Factors for

Award

Attachment 7 – Small Business Participation Description M002.b.4

Section M states that the Government “will evaluate the extent to which offerors identify and commit to small business participation for the sample problem in accordance with the FPS4 Small Business Participation Goals included in Section L of this solicitation.” The location of the sample problem is broadly defined (“Northern CONUS tier’) and small businesses typically operate within relatively small geographical regions (such as local to specific AF base). Please confirm if offerors must identify specific small businesses that would be used as part of the solution of the sample problem. If specific small businesses must be identified, request that the Government provide more specificity with respect to location of the work associated with the sample problem.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

Attachment 8 - Section

L 13 Attachment 5 What is the purpose of the Reference column? See forthcoming Amendment

Attachment 8 - Section

L 13 Attachment 6

Which WBS is the contractor to use for the sample problem? The one listed in the sample problem or the contract WBS?

CWBS submittals in response to the sample problem should only include the elements provided in Attachment 8, Section L, Attachment L-4 and not the version provided in Attachment 4. The CWBS provided in Attachment 4 is to be used on subsequent delivery orders.

Attachment 8 - Section

L 13 Attachment 6

If the contractor is to use the sample problem WBS, where does the Government want to capture the PMO and Design hours?

See Attachment L-4 paras 1.1, 1.2 & 1.3

Attachment 8 - Section

L 13 Attach 6

If the contractor is to use the sample problem WBS, is the contractor not to bid design or PMO hours?

See Attachment L-4 paras 1.1, 1.2 & 1.3

Attachment 8 - Section

L 20 3.1.2

Is it the Government's intent for the contractors to replace the entire fence? While the SOW states the fence does not meet type "a" requirements, AFI 31-101 states that if the fence is well maintained don't replace until funds are available.

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

Attachment 8 - Section

L 22 3.1.9.2

Are the conduit lists to the bldgs. the same that are empty and available for use?

The government will not provide information that may give insight into a Sample Problem solution.

See Section L Attachment 1 para. 2.1

Attachment 8 - Section

L 23 3.1.11

Are LED lights acceptable? LED is becoming the industry standard and traditional light are not readily available.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment.

Attachment 8 - Section

L 24 3.1.14 Can the government provide the dimensions grates listed? Further clarification will be provided in amendment.

Memorandum for Industry

Proposal Submission Date

Item 6., page 2

Given that we will need responses to a number of technical questions before the Sample Problem technical solution can be developed, will the Government consider granting a two-week extension for proposal submissions?

See Amendment for proposal submission dates

218 RFP, Attachment 8 14 5.0 Contract Documentation

Could you please clarify as to what the Model Contract should include with the proposal? In 5.1, the instructions state: “shall include one signed copy of the SF33 and Sections A-K.” Sections that follow in the RFP exclude Sections B, C (blank), D (blank), and E. Additional Sections e.g., F, G, and I instructions refer to subsequent Delivery Orders (DOs).

Including Section J involves returning items such as Labor Categories, CDRLs, and Section L&M. Clear that offerors will need to include signed SF33, completed DD254, Section K/SAM review/actions, and provide all the information listed in 5.2, Other Information. Will these artifacts be sufficient for the Model Contract Submission? Please confirm/clarify if additional data is needed.

Clarification will be in forthcoming Amendment

219 RFP Letter 2 Item 6, Proposal Due Date

Will the Government consider a two-week extension to the proposal due date? Offerors are awaiting responses to questions submitted previously and TBD answers will require consideration/adjustments across multiple facets of the Sample Problem Approach.

See Amendment for proposal submission dates

FPS4_FA8730-19-R-

0005_Model Contract.pdf

Attachment 8, Section L Page 10 of Attachment 8

General Instructions, paragraph 2.2.7 Distribution

Will the Government allow Offerors to hand deliver the proposals versus mailing? If so, would that be delivered to same address shown as 66 LRS Central Shipping and Receiving (CS&R), Building 1110 (25 Randolph Road), Hanscom AFB, MA 01731-1700? What are the acceptable hours for receipt of proposals?

No. For security reasons all packages must be sent to the location listed in Section L Para 2.2.7.

Attachment 8, Section

5.1 Model

VOL III instructions state to include Sections A through K, but only lists Section A, F, G, H I, J, and K in the instructions. Should tabs be included for each lettered section A through K? Should Attachment J Attachments also be included in Vol III?

See forthcoming Amendment.

253 Section C Page 22

In the model contract’s Section C, the section states “NO CLAUSES OR PROVISIONS IN THIS SECTION”. Should Model Contract ATTACHMENT 1 SOW FOR FPS4 (1 MAY 2019) be referenced in Section C?

No. All Contracts attachments are referenced in Section J of the Model Contract.

271 Attachment 8

5.1 Model

Contract/Representations and Certifications

Section 5.1 states, "The offeror’s proposal shall include one (1) signed copy of the Standard Form (SF) 33, Solicitation Offer and Award, and Sections A through K." Subparagraph states, "Pricing information will be contained in the individual DOs. " Please confirm that the response at the IDIQ level, including the Sample Problem, does not require pricing and Section B (CLINS) will be completed post award?

Correct. See Forthcoming Amendment.

Amendment #0001 and FBO posting on 01 July

Proposal Due Date Could the USG please advise if the proposal is due at 2:00 PM EST on 22 July 2019 or 2:00 PM EST on 08 August 2019? As there is a contradiction between the Amendment and FBO posting.

For most current due date please see right hand column on FBO.

FBO Posting #2