HE1254-18-R-2017_Laurel_Bay_Q&As.xlsx
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| HE1254-19-D-2004_Final_Signed.pdf | ||
| HE1254-19-D-2003_Final_Signed.pdf | ||
| HE1254-18-R-2017-0003.pdf | ||
| HE1254-18-R-2017-0002_Conformed_SF1449.pdf | ||
| HE1254-18-R-2017-0002_SF30.pdf | ||
| Attach__1_-_SOW.pdf | ||
| Attach._2_-_Pricing_Sheet.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attach._4_-_QASP.pdf | ||
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| Attach._6_-_Letter_of_Commitment.doc | DOC document | |
| Combined_Synop_Solicit_Laurel_Bay_HE1254-18-R-2017.pdf | ||
| Attach__1_-_SOW.pdf | ||
| Attach._5_-_Past_Performance_Questionnaire.pdf | ||
| Attach._3_-_Bus_Routes_Templates.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet |
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Q&A Laurel Bay
| Item # | Subject | RFP/Attachment Reference | Question/Confirmation/Comment | Response |
| 01 | Submission/Notification | RFP Page 31 | Question: On page 31 of the Laurel Bay synopsis and page 29 of the Fort Benning synopsis it states to send an email to you and Dr. Mitchell to give notification if our company intends to submit a proposal in response to the solicitation no later than July 2. Is the deadline for the completed proposal July 2, or is July 2 just the deadline for the notification of intention to submit the proposal? | July 2, 2018 is the offer due date. Notice of intent to submit a proposal is not required to submit a proposal. Language updated to prevent further confusion. |
| 02 | Submission/Notification | Solicitation | Question: These contracts have traditionally been unrestricted as opposed to a small business set aside. Is it possible to reassign them as unrestricted? | No |
| 03 | Task Orders | RFP/Reference 52.212-1 Addendum | Question: In the Synopsis on page 31 or of 41, Addendum 1. a. it states that the government intends to award a FFP, MAC IDIQ to several offerors under this solicitation for a 10 year period. Does this mean that you expect several vendors to perform the contract simultaneously (i.e. one vendor for regular routes, one for SPED routes or one for safety attendants, for example)? | The Government will not break out the requirements (i.e. one vendor for regular routes, one for SPED, etc.). The vendor who receives the award is required to perform both the Daily Commute and Special Needs routes. |
| 04 | CLINs 0004/1004 Contractor Manpower Reporting | RFP/CLINs 0004/1004 | Question: It is unclear what is expected for price for line item 0004 and 1004. Why is the quantity 25? Are you asking for hours used in preparation of the report? | Quantity stated in error. This is updated in amendment 00002. |
| 05 | Wage Determination | RFP/Attachment Reference | Question: Will there be a wage determination for this contract, and if so, will it be forthcoming? | Yes, FAR 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price Adjustment, will be added to the amended solicitation and the appropriate Wage Determination will accompany the contract when awarded. |
| 06 | Fuel | RFP | Question: Who supplies the fuel for performance of this contract? | The contractor shall be responsible for providing all supplies and amount of fuel required for the operation of contractor owned/leased school buses. |
| 07 | Government-Furnished Facilities | SOW C.7 | Question 1: Is bus parking available on the base? |
Question 2: If so what facilities are available?
Question 3: Is office space available? Address in SOW Question 4: Is there on site fuel storage? No Question 5: Who pays for utilities?
Question 6: .If it is the contractor what do utilities run in a given year?
1. See SOW C.7. for information about Government-furnished facilities.
2. See SOW C.7.1. for facilities and locations.
3. See SOW C.7.2.
4. No
5. Government, CTR space is in the Community Superintendents Office (CSO) and utilities for the office are paid by the Government.
6. N/A
| 08 | Communications | SOW C.8 | Question: Are cell phones an acceptable alternative for communication with drivers? | See SOW C.8. | |
| 09 | Safety Aides/Attendants | SOW B.10 | Request: Please list all routes currently requiring monitors. | See SOW B.10. and Attachment #3 Bus Routes. Safety Attendants are required on routes for passengers from Pre-K to 2nd Grade. Safety Aides are required for students who require assistance as outlined in their Individual Education Program (IEP). See Attachment 3 Bus Routes. | |
| 10 | Wheelchair Lifts | Solicitation | Question 1: Do any routes require wheelchair lifts? | ||
| Question 2: If so which ones? | 1. Yes. |
2. The routes where a student may require a bus with a wheelchair lift will be provided to the vendor by the Government. At least one bus with wheelchair capabilities should be available.
| 11 | Contract Manager Duties | SOW 3.1 | Question: Is it acceptable for the Contract Manager to also drive a daily route? | See SOW 3.1. The SOW doesn't specify if the Contract Manager can or cannot act as a bus driver. If there is an incident the Contract Manager or Alternate Contract Manager shall be at the scene of an accident or other emergency within 30 minutes of notification. | |
| 12 | Vehicle Requirements | SOW 9.13 | Question: Due the short nature of the bid /startup timeline is there flexibility with compliance with bus specifications? Specifically air conditioning and air brakes (These are not typically readily available as dealer stock buses and will need to be built? | See SOW 9.13 Vehicle Requirements. Buses shall comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). | |
| 14 | Digital Surveillance Specifications | SOW 9.13 | Question: What are the specifications for digital surveillance onboard each vehicle? (Video Quality, Number of cameras, Frame rates) | SOW 9.13 Vehicle Requirements. There should be at least one cameras that has visibility of the entire bus clearly and with recording capability to allow the contractor/COR to remove and monitor the video if necessary. | |
| 15 | First Aid Certification | SOW B.7.1 | Question: Is Red Cross training for CPR and First Aid the only acceptable source? | CPR and First Aid training can be received from the American Red Cross or other nationally recognized equivalent. | |
| 16 | Fuel | Solicitation | Question: Is it the expectation for the Offeror to have an onsite fueling station? | This is not a requirement in the SOW. | |
| 17 | Types of Vehicles | SOW 9.13 | Question: Would you allow Para Transit services to substitute for public transportation services? | No. See SOW 9.13 Vehicle Requirements | |
| 18 | #of buses and current contractor info | Solicitation | Question 1: Who is the current provider? | ||
| Question 2: How many buses are currently provided? | 1. Taylor Motors Inc. |
2. Number of buses currently provided are not relevant for this new requirement. The number of students and routes varies. 45 or 66 passenger buses are typically used. See Attachment 3, Bus Routes.
| 19 | Solicitation Extension | Solicitation | Question: Is it possible to extend the due date to 7/15/18 to appropriate time for our response for both of the following? | Unfortunately, due to the restricted timeline we're unable to extend the deadline. |
| 20 | CLINs 0005/1005 Contractor Manpower Reporting | RFP/CLINs 0005/1005 | Question: It is unclear what is expected for price for line item 0005 and 1005. Why is the quantity 25? Are you asking for hours used in preparation of the report? | Quantity stated in error. This will be updated in the amendment to the solicitation. |
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