Ammendment 1 - Q and A.docx

Answers to Questions received RFQ # H9225722Q0008

1. SOW 5.1.3: Coordination with MARSOC will be necessary to identify relevant networks of the region. Can this coordination be released now or post award? Answer: Equipment requirements demonstrate systems capable of being flexible to shifting to desired end state. Reflection of “relevant networks of the region” could cause problems in contract release requirements.

1. SOW 5.4.2 Deliverables: Government requests resumes of all SMEs for approval. To confirm, the only SMEs identified are the SIGINT SMEs and therefore only SIGINT SME resumes are required? Answer: The Term SME is an oversight of terminology but still would expect the proposal to demonstrate capability to meet the other personnel requirements in a fashion that demonstrates capability.

1. 5.6.3 states “The contractor shall provide full range of communication methods and options as described in the MESL.” Can the MESL or full range of communications methods be provided to ensure the contractor can fulfill any needs identified in the MESL that aren’t listed in the SOW/ RFP packet? Answer: Statement was changed during the review process due to the area written under. See equipment section for “Location tracking”, wireless storage retrieval, and other communication methods not requiring physical interaction between training audience and role players.

1. Equipment requirement is for a laptop with Windows 10 O/S. Does the government prefer the new Windows 11 O/S? Answer: Windows 11 O/S or Windows 10 O/S is not of a concern more so than a Windows based system.

1. Would you be able to confirm if this is an entirely new effort or if there is an incumbent currently providing these services? If so, would you kindly provide the incumbent contract details (contractor name, contract number)? Answer: This is a new requirement for which there is no incumbent, award details will be released on the SAM website.