Microsoft_IT_Training_Statement_of_Work_NITC.pdf

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ)

FOR THE ACQUISITION

OF

MICROSOFT TRAINING SERVICES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 SCOPE

3.0 REQUIREMENT

4.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

5.0 MEETING ROOMS

6.0 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

7.0 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR)

8.0 CONFIRMATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

9.0 TYPE OF CONTRACT

10.0 METHOD OF PAYMENT

11.0 SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

12.0 CONFIDENTIALITY

13.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

13.1 TECHNICAL

13.2 PRICING

14.0 BASIS OF AWARD

1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this acquisition is to acquire contractor services to conduct training for

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Information Technology

Center (NITC) IT personnel.

2.0 SCOPE

The scope of this acquisition is to ensure personnel maintain the requisite training and skill sets necessary for continuous operation of NITC’s IT infrastructure, Systems and

Data Centers.

3.0 REQUIREMENT

The company performing this training must be a Microsoft-Authorized Training Partner who shall be able to provide training for four (4) courses. The course material will have up-to-date guidance and include interactive exercises. Participants will receive hands-on instruction and practice administering topics introduced in the course outline. The class is to be a combination of instruction and hands-on exercises.

Course Number Title Number of Attendees

MS 10969 Active Directory Services With Windows Server 1

MS 20533 Azure Implementing Infrastructure Solutions 2

MS 10979 Azure Essentials/Fundamentals 3

MS 20743A Upgrading Your Skills to MCSA; Windows Server

All training must be completed by September 30, 2017.

4.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

There are three (3) place of performance options:

(1) Provide the training at contractor’s facility which must be located within a 50 mile radius of the Government’s facility;

(2) Provide the training at the Government’s facility located at 8930 Ward Parkway, Kansas City MO 64114; or

(3) Provide on-demand online training.

5.0 MEETING ROOMS

Should training be held at the contractor’s facility, the meeting rooms should be designed with training or instruction as the main purpose. The contractor shall provide the following facilities:

Space: The room shall accommodate participants comfortably with adequate space for material and writing room, with each table having moveable chairs.

Sound Acoustics: Room must have a suitable and working sound system so all participants may hear and ask questions of the speakers.

Furniture: Chairs and tables or desks of sufficient size and in acceptable condition. Acceptable condition means that furniture is not broken, soiled, rusted or damaged in any way that would injure the individuals or damage clothing. Note that aisle space, including the space between tables or desks, needs to be accessible for a person in a wheelchair.

View of Speakers: Rooms should be configured as to allow every participant a clear view of the speaker and all visual aids.

Lighting: Rooms should be well lit to accommodate extensive reading and writing.

Ventilation: Meeting room should have adequate ventilation, heating and air conditioning.

Security: Meeting space should be secured (keyed or cardkey entrance) so class attendees may leave their training materials and personal belongings in the classroom when class is not in session.

Screen: A computer projection screen to provide adequate viewing.

Computer for Instruction: Laptop computers or other device for each participant to utilize during instruction and hand-on exercises.

Support: The contractor will be responsible for setting up the audio-visual equipment and assisting instructors throughout each training session.

6.0 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Should the training be held at the contractor’s facility, the contractor shall provide:

Parking: Adequate parking for all participants should be available adjacent to the facility or in the immediate surrounding area.

Accessibility: All facilities and equipment, including rest rooms, must be fully accessible to individuals with disabilities. The facility shall meet all Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 requirements.

7.0 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR)

Responsibilities: The COR is responsible for guiding the technical aspects of the project and general surveillance of the work performed under this purchase order, including the following: Furnishing all instructions necessary for performance, inspection and acceptance of the services; and certification of contractor invoices.

The COR is not authorized to make commitments or change any of the terms and conditions of this purchase order.

Designation: To be completed at time of award.

8.0 CONFIRMATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

The Contracting Officer's Representative, will contact the contractor within 72 hours of the training course, to confirm the number of participants.

Should NITC elect to cancel a particular training class, it will provide a written notification of cancellation to the contractor no later than 10 calendar days prior to the scheduled course date. Should NITC elect to cancel the entire purchase order, it will provide a written notification of cancellation to the contractor no later than 10 calendar days prior to the first scheduled course date. By receipt of this written cancellation notification within the period specified, the contractor agrees to release NITC from any cancellation penalties or charges. If there is a cancellation within 10 calendar days of the scheduled training date, Paragraph (l) Termination for the Government's

Convenience or (m) Termination for Cause of FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and

Conditions - Commercial items shall govern. Acknowledge acceptance of these terms in your response. The NITC is a federal agency and is not subject to state and local taxes.

9.0 TYPE OF CONTRACT

This is a firm fixed price purchase order.

10.0 METHOD OF PAYMENT

The contractor shall submit an invoice to the Contracting Officer's Representative within 5 days following the training course. Any invoice submitted must reference the purchase order number identified in Block 3 of page 1 of the purchase order. The contractor agrees to submit invoice in IPP Database in order to receive payment.

11.0 SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

The NITC reserves the right of choice of venue should litigation/arbitration of this purchase order be necessary.

The US government is self-insured. NITC does not purchase general liability insurance but, under the Federal Tort Claims Act, the U.S. is liable for damages to persons or property caused by the negligent actions of its employees acting within the scope of their duties. In addition, federal employees who are acting in the scope of their duties are covered by the Federal Workers Compensation Program.

12.0 CONFIDENTIALITY

Both parties agree to treat the other party's Confidential Information as confidential and will not disclose such information except on a need to know basis. "Confidential

Information" refers to the information with respect to the business of either party that is not generally known by the public, including, courses in development, costumers lists, prospects and pricing, business methods and practices, whether in tangible or electronic form.

13.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Quotations shall be submitted electronically by Monday, February 27, 2017 to

Jennifer.adams@ocio.usda.gov.

13.1 TECHNICAL

Submit a quotation that describes how your firm proposes to accomplish the work including a detailed project/class schedule, start dates, and a description of the classroom facility and its location.

Submit documentation establishing that your firm is a Microsoft Authorized

Training Partner and authorized to deliver the Microsoft Official Courses listed in

Section 3.0.

13.2 PRICING

Submit a pricing proposal for each place of performance option listed in Section 4.0.

14.0 BASIS OF AWARD

After the Government determines the preferred place of performance among the three options or combination thereof, the award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of quotations meeting or exceeding the acceptability standards for non-cost factors.

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mailto:Jennifer.adams@ocio.usda.gov