HC101319R0006A0002 RFP Amend 0002.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

See SF 30 Block 14 Continuation Page.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 46

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 27-Feb-2020

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X HC101319R0006

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

02-Dec-2019

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

27-Feb-2020

CODE

DISA/DITCO-SCOTT

2300 EAST DRIVE

BLDG 3600

SCOTT AFB IL 62225-5406

HC1013 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

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HC101319R0006

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been modified:

SF 30 CONTINUATION PAGE

The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Change the offer due date in Block 8 of the solicitation from March 9, 2020 to March 30, 2020 3:00 PM Central Standard Time

2. Section J List of Attachments, incorporate an updated Attachment 1 Section B Pricing Schedule - CLIN Spreadsheet – Revision 2

3. Section J List of Attachments, incorporate an updated Attachment 2 Performance Work Schedule (PWS) – Revision 2

4. Section J List of Attachments, incorporate an updated Figure 6.2 – Implementation & Transition Gantt (PWS Reference Document) – Revision 1

5. Section J List of Attachments, incorporate an updated Figure 6.3 – Implementation & Transition (PWS Reference Document) – Revision 1

6. Section J List of Attachments, incorporate an updated Attachment 6 SDP and DXP Location Listing - Available upon request – Revision 2

7. Section J List of Attachments, incorporate an updated Attachment 8 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

– Revision 2

8. Update Section L Instructions To Offerors – Section L Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors or Respondents

9. Change Section L Proposal Response Date/Time – Proposals due date has been changed from March 9, 2020 to March 30, 2020 3:00 PM Central Standard Time

10. Update Section M Evaluation Criteria – Section M Evaluation Factors for Award

11. Update clause FAR 52.211-11 Liquidated Damages--Supplies, Services, or Research and Development (SEP 2000)

12. Add Clause DFARS clause 252.225-7052 Restriction on the Acquisition of Certain Magnets, Tantalum, and Tungsten (DEVIATION 2020-O0006)

13. Add DFARS provision 252.225-7974 Representation Regarding Business Operations with the Maduro Regime (Deviation 2020-O0005)

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 23-Mar-2020 05:00 PM to 30-Mar-2020 03:00 PM.

SECTION I - CONTRACT CLAUSES

The following have been added by reference:

252.225-7052 Restriction on the Acquisition of Certain Magnets and Tungsten.

DEC 2019

52.211-11 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES--SUPPLIES, SERVICES, OR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (SEP 2000)

(a) If the Contractor fails to deliver the supplies or perform the services within the time specified in this contract, the Contractor shall, in place of actual damages, pay to the Government liquidated damages of the applicable monthly rate of each remaining service left to be fully transitioned.

(b) If the Government terminates this contract in whole or in part under the Default--Fixed-Price Supply and Service clause, the Contractor is liable for liquidated damages accruing until the Government reasonably obtains delivery or performance of similar supplies or services. These liquidated damages are in addition to excess costs of repurchase under the Termination clause.

(c) The Contractor will not be charged with liquidated damages when the delay in delivery or performance is beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor as defined in the Default--Fixed-Price Supply and Service clause in this contract.

(End of clause)

SECTION J - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

List of Attachments

Atch Title 1 Section B Pricing Schedule – CLIN Spreadsheet – Revision 2 2 Performance Work Statement (PWS) - Revision 2 3 Figure 6.2 – Implementation & Transition Gantt (PWS Reference Document) - Revision 1 4 Figure 6.3 – Implementation & Transition (PWS Reference Document) – Revision 1 5 DREN Node Master Plan (PWS Reference Document) 6 SDP and DXP Location Listing – Available upon request – Revision 2 7 DD Form 254 - Revision 1 8 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) - Revision 2 9 Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff Manual (CJCSM) 6510.02 – Available upon request 10 DREN Configuration Control Board (CCB) Charter – Available upon request 11 Strategic Instruction (SI) 527-01 – Available upon request

Attachment 6, Attachment 9, Attachment 10, and Attachment 11 contain sensitive information and will be made available by request only.

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO BIDDERS

The following have been added by reference:

252.225-7974 (Dev) Representation Regarding Business Operations with the

Maduro Regime (DEVIATION 2020-O0005)

FEB 2020

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

SECTION L

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

LIST OF SECTION L ATTACHMENTS

Attachment L1 - Solicitation Question & Answer Template Attachment L2 - Past and Present Performance Information Sheet Attachment L3 - Past and Present Performance Questionnaire Attachment L4 - Sample Questionnaire Cover Letter Attachment L5 - Subcontractor/Teaming Partner Consent Letter Attachment L6 - Non-government Advisor NDA (Parsons) Attachment L6 - Non-government Advisor NDA (D9Tech Resources, LLC) Attachment L6 - Non-government Advisor NDA (InuTeq LLC) Attachment L7 - DISA Subcontracting Plan Review Checklist Attachment L8 - Compliance and Cross Reference Matrix

L1 – INFORMATION TO OFFERORS

L1.0. Program Title and Objectives

L1.0.1. It is anticipated that this Defense Research Engineering Network (DREN) 4 Request for Proposals (RFP) will result in a single award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract against which Firm Fixed Price (FFP) task orders will be placed in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 16.5 – Indefinite Delivery Contracts.

L1.0.2. The contract resulting from this RFP will consist of a four-year base period with three (3) two-year option periods. The total length of this contract, if all option periods are exercised, will be ten (10) years. The first ordering period is considered to be from the effective date of contract award through four years.

L2.0. General Instructions

L2.0.1. This section provides general guidance for preparing proposals as well as specific instructions on the format and content of the proposal. The offerors shall include all data and information requested by the RFP in their proposals and shall submit them in accordance with these instructions. The offer shall address all requirements as stated in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Non-conformance with the instructions provided in this section may result in removal of the proposal from further evaluation.

L2.0.2. The proposal shall be clear, concise, and shall include sufficient detail for effective evaluation and for substantiating the validity of stated claims. The proposal should not simply rephrase or restate the Government's requirements but rather shall provide convincing rationale to address how the offeror intends to meet the requirements. Offerors shall assume that the Government has no prior knowledge of the offeror’s capabilities and experience and will base its evaluation only on the information presented in the offeror's proposal.

L2.0.3. Elaborate brochures or documentation, binding, detailed art work, internet hyperlinks, or other embellishments are unnecessary and are not desired.

L2.0.4. The offeror shall make a clear statement in Volume I cover page that the proposal is valid for a minimum of 240 days from the proposal due date.

L2.0.5. In accordance with (IAW) FAR Subpart 4.8 (Government Contract Files), the Government will retain one digital copy of all unsuccessful proposals.

L2.0.6. Portions of the successful offeror’s proposal may be incorporated into the contract as an attachment in Section J.

L2.0.7. Use of Non-Government Advisors Non-Government personnel will be used on the source selection evaluation team. The non-government advisor may have access to all aspects of the offeror’s proposal except for past performance information. The non-government advisors are from the following companies:

Parsons 2457 Aviation Ave Suite 200 North Charleston, SC 29406

D9Tech Resources, LLC 2716 Gaston Lane Virginia Beach, VA 23456

InuTeq LLC 7000 Muirkirk Meadows Drive, Suite 100 Beltsville MD 20705

Every person supporting this procurement, whether Government or Non-Government, has fully executed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), which binds the individual. These were obtained by the Contracting Officer prior to any source selection sensitive information being released to any individual involved in this process. This NDA remains in force regardless of the contractor’s employment status with current or future employer(s). In addition, a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) from the company providing each non-government advisor has been executed.

If offerors object to any of the companies listed as participating on the source selection team, the offeror shall immediately send their objection to the contracting office point of contact, listed in Section G. Otherwise the offeror shall sign and submit the completed company NDAs along with the proposal (RFP Attachment L6). Offerors are only being asked to fill out and sign the second paragraph of the NDA. The first paragraph is filled out by the Non- Government entity providing Non-Government advisors. There are multiple Non-Government entities providing advisors. Hence, there are multiple NDAs that Offerors shall sign, one for each Non-Government entity providing Non-Government advisors. Failure to submit the completed NDAs along with the proposal may result in the offeror being ineligible for award.

L2.1. General Information

L2.1.1. Point of Contact The contracting officer (KO) and the contract specialist (CS) are the sole points of contact for this procurement.

Address any questions or concerns to the KO and CS. Written requests for clarification must be sent to the KO and CS at the email addresses located in Section G.

L2.1.2. Debriefings The KO will notify offerors of any decision to exclude them from any competitive range (should one be established); whereupon, they may request and receive a debriefing in accordance with FAR 15.505. Offerors excluded from the competitive range may request a pre-award debriefing or they may choose to wait until after the source selection decision to request a post-award debriefing. However, offerors excluded from any competitive range are entitled to no more than one debriefing for each proposal. The KO will notify unsuccessful offerors in the competitive range of the source selection decision in accordance with FAR 15.506. Upon such notification, unsuccessful offerors may request and receive a debriefing. Offerors desiring a debriefing shall make their request in accordance with the requirements of FAR 15.505 or 15.506, as applicable.

L2.1.3. Discrepancies If an offeror believes that the requirements in these instructions contain an error, omission, or are otherwise unsound, the offeror shall immediately notify the KO in writing.

L2.1.4. Electronic Reference Documents All referenced documents for this solicitation are available on https://beta.sam.gov/. Potential offerors are encouraged to subscribe for real-time e-mail notifications when information has been posted to the website for this solicitation.

L2.1.5. Communications Exchanges of source selection information between Government and offerors will be controlled by the KO or CS.

Evaluation notices and responses will be transmitted as emails and will be treated as source selection information.

The subject line of the email shall be titled: “RFP HC1013-19-R-0006, Contractor Name, Source Selection Information See FAR 2.101 and 3.104.” Questions/comments are due no later than 3:00 pm CST on November 15, 2019. Questions submitted after the deadline may not be answered. The email address for the KO and CS are contained in Section G, Contract Administration Data. Questions/comments will only be responded to if received in email and only when submitted on Attachment L1, Solicitation Question & Answer Template.

No information concerning this solicitation or requests for clarification will be provided in response to offeror initiated telephone calls. All such requests must be made in writing and submitted as directed above. All questions/comments provided in a timely and compliant manner will be answered in writing and provided to all offerors. However, written inquiries may not be answered when requests are received by the Government points of contact after the original due date for receipt of questions as specified in this solicitation. Unless authorized by the KO, the timeframe for submitting inquiries will not be extended as a result of an extension to the due date for the receipt of offers.

L2.1.6. Award without Discussions The Government reserves the right to award without discussions. Therefore, the offeror’s initial proposal should contain the offeror’s best approach/terms for supply chain risk management, small business participation, technical/management approach, past performance, and price; however, despite this intent, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Source Selection Authority (SSA) determines they are necessary. If the SSA determines that discussions are necessary, a competitive range will be established. If the SSA determines that the number of proposals that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the SSA may limit the number of proposals in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated proposals. In the event issues pertaining to a proposed contract cannot be resolved to the SSA's satisfaction, the Government reserves the right to withdraw and cancel the solicitation. In such event, offerors will be notified in writing.

L2.1.7. Organizational and Consultant Conflict of Interest (OCCI) As set forth in Section H, each offeror shall specifically identify in its proposal whether or not any potential or actual OCCI, as described in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 9.5, exists for this procurement. If the offeror believes that no OCCI exists, the OCCI response shall set forth sufficient details to support such a position. If an offeror believes that an actual or perceived OCCI does exist on this procurement, the offeror shall submit an OCCI plan with the proposal, explaining in detail how the OCCI will be mitigated and/or avoided.

L2.1.8. DD FORM 254, DoD Contract Security Classification Specification

Offerors shall complete Block 6 of the attached DD254 (Section J, Attachment J1) with the appropriate information for their company. Offerors shall submit completed DD254s with proposals, and shall meet security classification requirements at the time of contract award.

L2.1.9. Joint Venture/Partnership Agreement (if applicable) Contractor Team Arrangements (“CTA”), as defined in FAR 9.601(1), may submit a proposal in response to this RFP. While the CTA is its own unique entity distinct from the member companies, for the purpose of evaluation, each member of the CTA is considered the prime offeror.

For example purposes only: Company A and Company B form a CTA as a Joint Venture named Company C. Past performance from either Company A or Company B may be used to satisfy the requirements of the Past Performance Evaluation Factor. It is not necessary that Company C have the required past performance.

An offeror may submit a proposal as a CTA in response to the solicitation subject to the following conditions:

1) The Joint Venture or Partnership is registered in the System of Award Management (SAM.gov) and has a corresponding DUNS Number.

2) The offeror shall submit a complete copy of the Joint Venture or Partnership agreement that established the CTA relationship.

L2.2. Organization/Number of Copies/Page Limits The offeror shall prepare the proposal as set forth in the Proposal Organization Table (Table L1 below). The titles and contents of the volumes shall be as defined in this table, all of which shall be within the required page limits specified in Table L1. The contents of each proposal volume are described below.

Table L1 - Proposal Organization VOLUME RFP Paragraph

Number

VOLUME TITLE PAGE LIMIT

I L3.0 Executive Summary five (not including Table of Contents)

II L4.0 Supply Chain Risk Management

(SCRM)

III L5.0 Small Business Participation 25 IV L6.0 Technical/Management Approach 200 (not including items listed in L6.2) V L7.0 Past Performance four pages per contract for at least four contracts, not to exceed six, active within the previous three years from original date of solicitation; no limit on “organizational structure change history” VI L8.0 Price No limit VII L9.0 Contract Documentation SF1449 (1); Cover

Letter (4); Authorized Offeror Personnel (2);

Representations (1);

EEO (none);

Subcontracting Plan

(none)

L2.2.1. Page Limitations Page limitations shall be treated as maximums. If exceeded, the excess pages will not be read or considered in the evaluation of the proposal. Page limitations may also be placed on responses to Evaluation Notices (ENs) during discussions. The specified page limits for EN responses will be identified in the letters forwarding the ENs to the offerors. Page limitations shall not be circumvented by including inserted text boxes/pop-ups or internet links to additional information; such inclusions are not acceptable and will not be considered part of the proposal. The Government reserves the right not to consider for award any proposal that does not adhere to the administrative requirements of this solicitation. Each page shall be counted in the page limitations except cover pages, tables of contents, glossaries, OCCI mitigation plans, blank pages, or those identified in Table L1, Proposal Organization, as having no limit.

L2.2.2. Page Size and Format

L2.2.2.1. A page is defined as each face of a sheet of paper containing information. When both sides of a sheet display printed material, it shall be counted as two pages. Page size shall be 8.5 x 11 inches, not including foldouts.

Pages shall be single spaced. Except for the reproduced sections of the solicitation document, the text size shall be no less than 10 point Ariel, Times New Roman, or Courier New font for all text. The technical volume of the proposal shall be submitted as either an MS Word 2007 or newer file and as an Adobe PDF document. Tracking, kerning, and leading values shall not be changed from the default values of the word processing or page layout software. Use at least 1 inch margins on the top and bottom and ¾-inch side margins. Pages shall be numbered sequentially by volume. These page format restrictions shall also apply to responses to ENs. It is the sole responsibility of the Offeror to ensure that the electronic files submitted are virus free and can be opened and read by the Government. Proposal submissions shall not be locked, encrypted, or otherwise contain barriers to opening.

The Government is under no obligation to seek clarification regarding electronic proposal submissions if submissions cannot be opened or accessed.

L2.2.2.2. Legible tables, charts, graphs and figures shall be used wherever practical to depict organizations, systems and layout, implementation schedules, plans, etc. These displays shall be uncomplicated, legible, and shall not exceed 11 by 17 inches in size. Foldout pages shall fold entirely within the volume, and count as two pages. Foldout pages may only be used for large tables, charts, graphs, diagrams and schematics not for pages of text. For tables, charts, graphs and figures, the text shall be no smaller than 10 point Ariel, Times New Roman, or Courier New font.

L2.2.3. Pricing Information All pricing information shall be addressed ONLY in the Price Volume. Price trade-off information, work-hour estimates, and material kinds and quantities may be used in other volumes only as appropriate for presenting rationale for alternatives or design and trade-off decisions.

L2.2.4. Cross-Referencing To the greatest extent possible, each volume shall be written on a stand-alone basis so that its contents may be evaluated with a minimum of cross referencing to other volumes of the proposal. Information required for proposal evaluation which is not found in its designated volume will be assumed to have been omitted from the proposal.

Cross-referencing within a proposal volume is permitted where its use would conserve space without impairing clarity.

L2.2.5. Cross Reference Matrix The offeror shall prepare a Cross Reference Matrix cross referencing all RFP requirements to the location of the offeror’s responses in their proposal in accordance with the format in Section L, Attachment L8, Compliance and Cross Reference Matrix. The Cross Reference Matrix provides reference information but is not evaluated.

The offerors shall fill out the Compliance and Cross Reference Matrix (Attachment L8) indicating the proposal reference information as it relates to the PWS, and Sections L and M found therein, and the corresponding paragraph in the Technical/Management Approach Volume which addresses the referenced item.

The offerors may also add rows (and columns, e.g., references to CLINS) to the Matrix as they see fit to provide clarity to their submittal. If the Matrix conflicts with any other requirement, direction, or provision of this solicitation, the other reference shall take precedence over the Matrix. In addition, to the extent the Matrix discloses details as to the extent or manner by which the Government intends to evaluate the offeror’s proposal for award, Section M references in the Matrix are for information purposes only and the Government will be obligated to evaluate proposals solely in conformance with the provisions of Section M of the solicitation.

L2.2.6. Indexing Each volume shall contain a more detailed table of contents to delineate the subparagraphs within that volume. Tab indexing shall be used to identify sections.

L2.2.7. Glossary of Abbreviations and Acronyms Each volume shall contain a glossary of all abbreviations and acronyms used, and with an explanation for each.

L2.3. Electronic Offers; Submitting proposals via the worldwide web

a. To respond to this solicitation, the offeror shall deliver an electronic proposal to https://www.ditco.disa.mil/vendors/ in accordance with the following instructions:

Prior to submitting proposals, the offeror shall be registered in System for Award Management (http://www.sam.gov). The offeror shall also have an External Certification Authority (ECA), located at:

http://iase.disa.mil/pki/eca/. This webpage provides links to approved External Certificate Authorities (ECA). To apply for a certificate, select one of the approved ECA vendors and complete the registration. When applying, personnel will be required to verify their identity. If a new ECA is required, please contact the ECA vendor as soon as possible. The length of acquiring a new ECA depends on the vendor approval. **NOTE: A Medium Assurance certificate is the type of certificate required.**

The offeror shall also be registered on the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO) Solicitation and Uploads (formerly DCOP) web site, https://www.ditco.disa.mil/vendors/. If the offeror has an existing account (i.e., registered with DITCO for a prior solicitation) it is not necessary to re-register. The offeror may use that existing account to upload its proposal. If the offeror is required to register on the DITCO web site, choose the option for "The solicitation requires vendor registrations for eligibility" during the registration process.

The offeror will then be prompted to enter the solicitation number. The solicitation number entered at this point is only used to help DITCO prioritize the order in which to review and approve the registration requests. Upon completion of the on-line registration process, a DITCO representative will review and approve the registration request before the offeror will be given access to the protected areas of the web site. As soon as the registration has been approved, an email will be sent to the email address of the person who registered. The email will contain a user id and password that will be needed when uploading proposals. The approval of the registration request usually takes one business day. This registration process allows DITCO to precisely track when proposals are uploaded (or attempted to be uploaded). Offerors are strongly encouraged to register a minimum of two weeks prior to uploading a proposal. Offerors should also attempt to upload their proposal as early as possible to ensure no problems arise at the last minute. If you have any problems, contact the DITCO Customer Service Center via email at: disa.scott.ditco.mbx.technical-support@mail.mil.

b. All proposal volumes shall be submitted both in MS Word 2007 or newer file, and as Adobe Acrobat, Portable Document Format (Adobe PDF), Version XI; except the Pricing Proposal, which shall be submitted in MS Excel 2013 or 2016. Note: There shall be no page markings with restrictive legend prohibiting the copying and pasting of text for Government use specific to this acquisition.

c. Submit each volume as a separate electronic .zip file with the name of the volume from the table in Section

L2.2, Table L1. Each individual file within the zip file must be autonomous and complete.

d. Virus Check. Offerors shall perform a virus check prior to proposal submittal and certify they have done so in the proposal’s Cover Pages.

e. Use of the software and procedures described in this part will reduce the amount of time and effort needed by the Government to receive and install proposals into an electronic evaluation system and will help to https://www.ditco.disa.mil/vendors/ http://www.sam.gov/ http://iase.disa.mil/pki/eca/ mailto:disa.scott.ditco.mbx.technical-support@mail.mil ensure that proposals are suitable for reading electronically. Information regarding electronic products listed herein should not be construed as Government endorsement for such products.

f. Due Date/Time. The time specified on the SF-1449, Block 8, is Central Time (CT). Any proposal, modification, or revision that is received at the DITCO Solicitation and Uploads web site specified in Section L2.3(a) after the exact time specified for receipt of proposals in Block 8 is “late” and will be handled in accordance with FAR 15.208(b) and subparagraphs thereto.

g. The offeror’s proposal submission will be considered complete when all volumes have been received.

h. The offeror shall prepare a “readme” file, included in Volume I, which describes the organization and layout of the files in its electronic submission. The file shall describe the names of the .zip files and the names of each file included therein.

i. Efforts by the Government to clarify or expedite installation of electronic proposal submissions, in accordance with FAR 15.207(c), will not be considered discussions.

L2.4. Distribution Proposals shall be uploaded as requested in paragraph L2.3 above.

L3.0. Volume I - Executive Summary In the Executive Summary Volume, the offeror shall provide the following information:

L3.1. Narrative Summary The narrative summary of the entire proposal should be concise, to include addressing the significant risks, and highlighting any key or unique features, excluding price. The salient features should tie in with Section M evaluation factors/subfactors. Any summary material presented here shall not be considered as meeting the evaluation requirements set forth in Section M for any portions of other volumes of the proposal.

L3.2. Table of Contents Include a master table of contents of the entire proposal.

L3.3. Readme Include a “readme” file as described in paragraph L2.3 (h) above.

L4.0. Volume II - Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) A determination has been made by the program office that the items or services to be procured under this RFP are subject to Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) controls as outlined in the PWS. As a result, offerors shall submit a detailed organization-wide SCRM plan as part of their proposal. Supply chain risks range from natural threats to counterfeit products and apply to quality, security, resiliency, and product integrity. Mitigation plans to manage risks may involve logistics, cybersecurity, and financial management. The goal is to preclude undue risk to the Government and ensure supply chain continuity in the event normal business operations are interrupted. This evaluation factor will assess the adequacy of an organization-wide SCRM plan to identify threats to the supply chain, and provide mitigation strategies that will protect the Government’s interest.

If a SCRM concern arises after contract award, the Government will determine whether a continuation of the contract poses an undue risk to both the common defense and security to this nation. If the Government determines that such a risk exists, the Government reserves the right to accept or reject a proposed mitigation plan by the Contractor (if one or more is presented within a reasonable time) as negotiated by the Contracting Officer or terminate the contract for convenience.

L5.0. Volume III - Small Business Participation All offerors, including small businesses, that submit proposals as a prime contractor are required to propose on the extent of their inclusion of small businesses in the performance (small business participation) of the contract, including: small business, small disadvantaged business, women-owned small business, HUBZone small business, and service-disabled veteran-owned small business. The Government’s assessment of small business participation and commitment will be measured to determine if small business participation is maximized where applicable.

Small business participation is a separate and distinctly different requirement from the FAR 19.704 requirement for the Contracting Officer to review and accept an offeror’s subcontracting plan. The small business participation plan is an actual commitment document that addresses the extent of small business utilization in the performance of a contract as outlined in DFARS 215.304(c)(i). The small business participation plan outlines the details of the offeror’s firm intentions to maximize the utilization of small businesses within this acquisition. The offeror shall articulate small business contributions to contract performance at the prime contract through first tier subcontract levels. Second and third tier small business subcontractors will not be considered towards the total small business participation percentage.

All offerors, including small businesses and those who are DoD Comprehensive Test Program participants, shall submit a small business participation plan as a part of their proposal. The final small business participation plan will be monitored as a measure of contract compliance in accordance with Section G. The final small business participation plan will be incorporated at contract award within Section J. The small business participation plan is for the overall contract and will apply cumulatively to all resultant task orders issued to the contractor unless individually negotiated at the task order level. In accordance with DFARS 215.304(c)(i), small business participation is an evaluation factor under Section M.2.3.

Offerors shall address the below elements in their small business participation plan and shall demonstrate their proposed approach as to how they will meet all their stated small business participation. The Small Business Participation Plan shall not reference the Subcontracting Plan (if required) or any other volume for information; all information required within the Small Business Participation Plan shall be contained within this document. The offeror’s proposed small business participation plan shall address the following elements:

1. Small business participation planned for this acquisition: Identification by name, type of business, products/services, dollar value, percent of estimated Total Acquisition Value (TAV), timeframe, and nature of commitment of the small business utilization planned for this acquisition as outlined in Table L2. The TAV for this IDIQ contract is the IDIQ contract ceiling as given in Section B. Table L2 should be incorporated into the small business participation plan.

Table L2 - Small Business Participation Table

Name of Company

Type of Business

Type of products or services

Sub-contract Type

TAV

Dollars

Percent (%) of Estimated

TAV

Timeframe

Nature of commitment

Note: The percentages and dollar values shall be achievable for the procurement. For Other-Than-Small Businesses only: The dollar value commitments for small business participation presented in the Small Business Participation Plan shall be consistent with the dollar values presented for small business participation in your individual subcontracting plan.

2. Descriptions of the complexity and variety of work small business are to perform under this contract, as well as a description of the type of agreements and/or commitments (this includes purchase orders, teaming agreements, or letters of commitment, etc.) to use small business firms under the contract.

3. Descriptions of specific initiatives and strategies that will be used under the contract to enhance small business utilization and capabilities.

4. Descriptions of the process used to ensure proper flow down of requirements, process management, and performance assessments of small business utilization at the first tier.

5. Descriptions of the methodology used to arrive at the proposed participation percentages.

L6.0. Volume IV - Technical/Management Approach

L6.1. General The Technical/Management Approach Volume shall be specific and complete. Responses will be evaluated against the technical/management subfactors defined in Section M, Evaluation Factors for Award. Using the instructions provided below, provide as specifically as possible the actual methodology to be used for accomplishing/satisfying these subfactors. Do not merely reiterate the objectives or reformulate the requirements specified in the solicitation.

L6.2. Format and Specific Content.

Offerors shall describe how their proposal addresses the PWS requirements and, in particular, the Technical/Management Approach Subfactors in Section M. Offerors' Technical/Management Approach Volume is limited per Table L1. The following are not included in the page limit: Title/Cover page, Table of Contents, List of Tables and Diagrams, Glossary, Cross Reference Matrix, and Technical Manuals (Hardware, Software, System, etc.)

(e.g., those requested in Table M3). The Volume shall include the following items which are also not included in the Volume page limit, but have the following individual page limits: a network diagram(s) depicting an overview of the basic backbone structure, limited to six pages (note: 11 x 17 is equivalent to two pages); DREN Node (e.g., SDP, DCN, DXP, SDP-L) diagrams, limited to eight pages (note: 11 x 17 is equivalent to two pages), demonstrating the configuration of telecommunications/networking equipment; a first draft Initial Performance Capability (IPC) Plan of no more than 25 pages; IPC DCN Placement Proposed Map(s) and IPC DCN Placement Report totaling no more than six pages; first draft DCN Placement Proposed Map(s) and first draft DCN Placement Proposed Report totaling no more than 10 pages; a staffing diagram showing levels and numbers of employees proposed to manage the network, limited to four pages; and resumes (limited to no more than two pages per person) for proposed key personnel. At a minimum, key personnel include those required in PWS 6.4.1.1. Statements such as "have read, understand and will comply" are not sufficient and may be cause to reject the proposal for noncompliance.

Brochures, etc. may be submitted with the technical proposal, but shall not substitute for submission of a Technical/Management Approach Volume. Any brochures submitted will be included in the total page count allowed for this Volume of the proposal. The following items will not be technically evaluated:

(1) Title/Cover Page

(2) Table of Contents

(3) List of Tables and Diagrams

(4) Glossary

(5) Cross Reference Matrix

L6.2.1. Technical/Management Approach In the Technical/Management Approach Volume, address the proposed approach to meeting or exceeding the minimum performance or capability requirements of each technical/management approach subfactor, as well as the risks in the proposed approach in terms of technical/performance, cost, and/or schedule.

L6.2.2. Volume Organization The Technical/Management Approach Volume shall be organized according to the following general outline:

(1) Title/Cover Page

(2) Table of Contents

(3) List of Table and Drawings

(4) Subfactor 1-1 (See Table M3)

(5) Subfactor 1-2 (See Table M3)

(6) Subfactor 1-3 (See Table M3)

(7) Subfactor 1-4 (See Table M3)

(8) Network Diagram

(9) DREN Node Diagrams (including all types and subtypes)

(10) First Draft IPC Plan

(11) IPC DCN Placement Proposed Map(s) and Report

(12) First Draft DCN Placement Proposed Map(s) and Report

(13) Staffing Diagram

(14) Glossary

(15) Resumes

(16) Cross Reference Matrix

Table M3 – Subfactors Rated, located in Section M Criteria for Evaluation Factor contains the subfactors used in the evaluation of the Technical/Management Approach Volume, and also lists explicit content to be provided by Offerors in their proposals.

L7.0. Volume V - Past Performance

L7.1. General Each offeror shall submit a Past Performance Volume with its proposal, containing past performance information in accordance with the format contained in Attachment L2, Past and Present Performance Information Sheet. Offerors are advised that the Government will use data provided by each offeror in this Volume and may use data obtained from other sources in the evaluation of past performance.

Along with the information required in this paragraph, the offeror shall submit a consent letter executed by each subcontractor, teaming partner, and/or joint venture partner, authorizing release of past performance information to the offeror so the offeror can respond to such information.

L7.2. Relevant Contracts Submit information using the format contained in Attachment L2, Past and Present Performance Information Sheet.

Past and Present Performance Information for the offeror/prime/subcontractors shall be submitted on contracts that are considered most relevant in demonstrating the ability to perform the proposed effort. Information shall be submitted on a total of no less than four contracts and no more than six recent or on-going contracts that are similar in size, scope and complexity to the work described in the PWS and which demonstrate the offeror’s ability to perform the effort proposed. Content limitations for the Past Performance Volume are provided above in Table L1. Offerors shall include rationale supporting the assertion of relevance. The Government uses degrees of relevancy when assessing recent, relevant contracts per Section M, Table M5, Past Performance Relevancy Ratings. The past performance evaluation team will consider the performance quality of relevant recent efforts for the second aspect of the past performance evaluation using Section M, Table M6, Past Performance Quality Assessment. Finally, the past performance evaluation team will review this past performance information and determine the quality as it applies to performance confidence assessment. Performance Confidence Assessment ratings are identified in Section M, Table M7.

L7.2.1. Specific Content Offerors shall explain what aspects of the submitted past performance efforts are deemed relevant to the proposed effort and to what aspects of the proposed effort they relate. This may include a discussion of efforts accomplished by the offeror to resolve problems encountered on prior contracts as well as past efforts to identify and manage program risk.

Merely having problems does not automatically equate to a limited or no confidence rating, since the problems encountered may have been on a more complex program, or an offeror may have subsequently demonstrated the ability to overcome the problems encountered. Offerors shall clearly demonstrate management actions employed in overcoming any problems and the effects of those actions in terms of improvements achieved or problems rectified. Offerors shall categorize the relevant information into the specific technical/management subfactors used to evaluate the proposal.

L7.2.2. Organizational Structure Change History Many companies have acquired, been acquired by, or otherwise merged with other companies, and/or reorganized their divisions, business groups, subsidiary companies, etc. In many cases, these changes have taken place during the time of performance of relevant past efforts or between conclusion of recent past efforts and this source selection. As a result, it is sometimes difficult to determine what past performance is relevant to this procurement.

To facilitate this relevancy determination, offerors shall include in this proposal volume a "roadmap" describing all such changes in the organization of your company. A pamphlet or other commercial document describing such reorganizations may suffice. As part of this explanation, offerors shall show how these changes impact the relevance of any efforts identified for past performance evaluation/confidence assessment. Because the Government intends to consider past performance information provided by other sources as well as that provided by the offerors, the "roadmap" shall be both specifically applicable to the efforts identified and general enough to apply to efforts on which the Government receives information from other sources.

L8.0. Volume VI - Price

L8.1. General Instructions

L8.1.1. Price Completeness, Reasonableness and Balance The Government will evaluate the completeness, reasonableness and balance of the proposed prices. The Government will verify that all solicitation requirements have been priced, figures are correctly calculated, and prices are presented in a clear and useful format. Note that unreasonably high proposed prices, initially or subsequently, may be grounds for eliminating a proposal from competition. Additionally, unbalanced pricing poses an unacceptable risk to the Government and may be a reason to reject an offeror’s proposal. Price submissions should be sufficiently detailed to demonstrate their reasonableness and be adequate enough to support and sustain a DCAA audit.

L8.1.2. Price Information Pricing shall be submitted for the base period and all option periods. The offeror shall complete the CLIN Pricing Worksheet, an Excel Spreadsheet, attached to Section B, and include pricing for all CLINs and periods as requested.

Offerors are to provide their proposed prices for all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) including Monthly Recurring Charge (MRC)/Non-Recurring Charge (NRC) per the CLIN Pricing Worksheet, an Excel Spreadsheet, attached to Section B. A total evaluated price will be calculated by applying a pricing model to the applicable base and option years CLIN pricing obtained from the offeror’s CLIN pricing worksheet for the base period, and all option periods. See Section M, Attachment M1 for a description of the price model. CLIN Pricing will be incorporated into Schedule B and related B-Tables upon contract award and used for all orders placed post-contract award.

Information beyond that required by this instruction shall not be submitted, unless considered essential to document or support the price position. All information relating to the proposed price, including all required supporting documentation shall be included in the section of the proposal designated as the Price Volume. Under no circumstances shall this information and documentation be included elsewhere in the proposal.

L8.1.3. Pricing Information Requirements Based on adequate price competition, the Contracting Officer (KO) does not anticipate a requirement for certified cost or pricing data. However, contractors may be required to submit information other than cost or pricing data.

This information will be required by the KO if deemed necessary.

L8.2. Volume Organization The Price Volume shall consist of the following sections:

Section 1 – CLIN Pricing Worksheet

A. The Price Volume shall include a Monthly Recurring Charge (MRC) and a Non-Recurring Charge (NRC) set forth in the Attachment 1 Section B CLIN Pricing Worksheet, an Excel Spreadsheet, attached to Section B. This spreadsheet reflects whether the government anticipates MRC or NRC being proposed for the respective line rate for each DREN Node, or other items in the spreadsheet. All MRC and NRC shall be priced for all contract years. Failure to price all MRCs and NRCs may result in a rejection of the offeror’s proposal. No substitute pricing summaries are acceptable. Offerors shall provide a price for every CLIN/SubCLIN that is not marked To Be Negotiated (TBN) or Not Separately Priced (NSP). Contractor generated abbreviations such as “NSP,” “N/A” and “N/C” (No charge) are not acceptable entries. Each contract year shall be clearly marked in the spreadsheet. The Government reserves the right to reject any proposal that includes terms, conditions, or assumptions in the Price Volume.

B. The offeror shall submit their proposed unit prices for the Schedule CLINs in MS Excel 2013 or 2016 on the CLIN Pricing Worksheet. All pricing shall be quoted in U.S. Currency and carried to no more than two decimal places.

C. If any existing facilities located on Government property and provided under a DITCO Contract are to be utilized to implement the required service, the offeror shall describe fully and identify any/all downward price adjustments to be realized including all of the offeror’s cost allocations prior to and subsequent to the start of the service requirements of the RFP. The offeror shall also certify that the adding of service to its existing facilities serving the user service locations shall not interfere nor degrade existing leased services.

This information can be provided as supplemental documents to the CLIN Pricing Worksheet.

Section 2 – Supplemental Documents

Include any required supplemental documents to the CLIN Pricing Worksheet.

L9.0. Volume VII - Contract Documentation

L9.1. The purpose of this volume is to provide information to the Government for preparing the contract document and supporting file. The Offeror shall include a signed copy of the solicitation and completion of Sections A through K in their proposals.

L9.1.1. Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form Completion of blocks 17A/ B and signature and date for blocks 30 A/B/C of the Standard Form (SF) 1449.

Signature by the Offeror on the SF1449 constitutes an offer, which the Government may accept. The "original" copy shall be clearly marked in a separate file.

L9.1.2. Cover Letter The Offeror shall submit a cover letter with the proposal.