Question and Answers Round 2 H92237-12-R-0106 PSC Camp Simmons.pdf

Question and Answers PSC SOLICITATION H92237-12-R-0106 (Simmons)

Q: Do you require the Shift Supervisor to be a certain nationality?

A: No. The contractor shall provide Shift Supervisors, who are fluent in the English language and shall represent all members of the Security Guard on each work shift. If the Security Guard Supervisors are not fluent in English and able to speak any of the following languages, Pashto, Dari, Urdo, Pashiae or Farsi, the contractor must provide an interpreter that is available at all times. The Site Managers and Shift Supervisors shall interface directly with the designated Contracting Officers Representative (COR).

Q: Can you give access to NATO Expats and TCNs to DFACs in transit?

A: If NATO Expats AND TCNs are part of the management/quality assurance plan and help oversee the PSC Contract to ensure contract compliance then request may be submitted in writing and handled on a case by case basis to the Contracting Officer. If approved, the LOA will be approved with this annotated.

Q: If you require TCN supervisors, will they have access to MILAIR?

A: There is no requirement for TCN Supervisors. If TCNs are part of the management/quality assurance plan and help oversee the PSC Contract to ensure contract compliance then request may be submitted in writing and handled on a case by case basis to the Contracting Officer. If approved, the LOA will be approved with this annotated.

Q: Will I extend mobilization period from 30 days to 60 days?

A: No.

Q: If the contractor duly submits Arming Packets to the COR and ACOD within 30 days and there is a delay at ACOD on the approvals will the contractor be held liable?

A: No.

Q: Can the contractor invoice for CLIN 0001 if the Arming Authorization Letters have been submitted IAW FRAGO 11-128 but still pending approval.

A: Yes, CLIN 0001 requires the following:

The contractor shall submit proof of DBA Insurance. DBA Insurance is part of the terms and conditions of this contract. Failure to provide such proof may be grounds for termination of the contract. Provide manning IAW SOW and Annex C. Input 100% of personnel in SPOT for LOAs within 7 days of hiring. Biometrically screen their personnel.

Q: Can the contractor state its company name throughout its proposal or must it refer to itself as “Offeror?”

A: You may use Offeror or Company Name throughout the proposal.

Q: Is the weapon requirement one per person or one per post?

A: One per person.

Q: Is there a requirement for crew served weapons?

A: No requirement at this time.

Q: Can NATO Expats, if required, for this contract have the same Government Furnshished Contractor Support as 952.225-0011.

A: There is no requirement for NATO Expats for this contract. If NATO Expats are part of the management/quality assurance plan and help oversee the PSC Contract to ensure contract compliance then request may be submitted in writing and handled on a case by case basis to the Contracting Officer. If approved, the LOA will be approved with this annotated.

Q: Can JVs be formed to comply with licensing requirements in country?

A: Yes. As long as the name on the contract is one of the GIRoA approved and MOI licensed PSC Contractors.

Q: Does the JV have to register in the CCR prior to bidding?

A: No. See FAR 4.1102(a)(3)and(5).

Q: Do both partners of the JV have to registered in the CCR (Individually)?

A: No. See FAR 4.1102(a)(3)and(5). If one is a U.S. based company then they shall be CCR registered.

Q: Is there any specific format, number of separate volumes or any additional information that the Government would desire or require for this submission to be considered Technically Acceptable?

A: Offerors shall submit per FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-1 (Addenda) and 52.212-3.

Q: Is this requirement for a RMC?

A: No, this if for a PSC Contractor.

Q: What is the billeting arrangement?

A: Billeting is IAW SOW Para 6.5.1.

Q: What is the messing arrangement?

A: Messing is IAW SOW Para 6.5.2. It is the responsibility of the Contractor.

The U.S. Government is open to suggested recommendations from the Contractor in providing messing for this contract.

Q: Can we use our own security personnel?

A: 100% of incumbent workforce gets first right of refusal.

Q: Is there a weapons range we can use?

A: Yes, but must be coordinated through the COR.

Q: Can PSC Contractors with an existing MOI PSC License be able to sign a new contract for PSC services?

A: Per ACOD and the APPF Advisory Group, PSC Contractors with a valid MOI License can bid on valid requirements.