Amendment_0001_Summary_of_Changes_Document.pdf

DLAC57002

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

Under the authority cited above, the purpose of this modif ication is to respond to industry questions and incorporate associated revisions into the solicitation.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 16

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 21-Nov-2014

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 HQ0013-15-R-0001

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

14-Nov-2014

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 is extended, X 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 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

21-Nov-2014

CODE

DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY-CON

JANET SZATMARY

201 12TH STREET SOUTH

SUITE 203

ARLINGTON VA 22202

HQ0013 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

HQ0013-15-R-0001

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by reference:

52.222-17 Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers MAY 2014

The following have been added by full text:

PAST PERFORMANCE QUESIONNAIRE

PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE

DUE: NLT 2PM ON 01 DECEMBER 2014

(Note: Complete questionnaire and email to Janet D’Angelo at janet.dangelo@dsca.mil)

I. EVALUATION OF OFFEROR:

Company/Division Providing Services:

Address:

Description of Project:

Contract Number: Dollar Value (Annual):

Performance Period: Performance Location:

Type of Contract:

Check One:

Fixed Price Cost Reimbursement Time & Material Other (Please Specify):

Type & Extent of Subcontracting:

II. EVALUATED BY:

Company/Organization/Address:

Name & Title:

Signature: Date:

Telephone: FAX:

III. EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Please answer questions 1 through 13 using the following criteria. Circle only one response per question.

Rating Definition Note

Exceptional (4)

Performance met contractual requirements and exceeded many to the government’s benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub element being evaluated was accomplished with few minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor were highly effective.

To justify an “exceptional” rating, identify multiple significant events and state how they were of benefit to the government. A singular benefit, however, could be of such magnitude that it alone merits an “exceptional” rating. Also, there should have been no significant weaknesses identified.

Very Good (3)

Performance met contractual requirements and exceeded some to the government’s benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub element being evaluated was accomplished with some minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor were effective.

To justify a “very good” rating, identify a significant event and state how it was a benefit to the government. There should have been no significant weaknesses identified.

Satisfactory (2)

Performance met contractual requirements. The contractual performance of the element or sub element contained some minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor appeared to be or were satisfactory.

To justify a “satisfactory” rating, there should have been only minor problems, or major problems the contractor recovered from without impact to the contract/order. There should have been no significant weaknesses identified. A fundamental principle of assigning ratings is that contractors will not be evaluated with a rating lower than “satisfactory” solely for not performing beyond the requirements of the contract/order.

Marginal (1)

Performance did not meet some contractual requirements. The contractual performance of the element or sub element being evaluated reflected a serious problem for which the contractor did not identify corrective actions. The contractor’s proposed actions were only marginally effective or were not fully implemented.

To justify a “marginal” performance rating, identify a significant event in each category that the contractor had trouble overcoming and state how it affected the government. A “marginal” rating should be supported by referencing the management tool that notified the contractor of the contractual deficiency (e.g., management, quality, safety, or environmental deficiency report or letter).

Unsatisfactory (0)

Performance did not meet most contractual requirements and recovery was not accomplished in a timely manner.

The contractual performance of the element or sub element contained a serious problem(s) for which the contractor’s corrective actions were ineffective.

To justify an “unsatisfactory” rating, identify multiple significant events in each category that the contractor had trouble overcoming and state how it affected the government. A singular problem, however, could be of such serious magnitude that it alone merits an “unsatisfactory” rating. An “unsatisfactory” rating should be supported by referencing the management tools used to notify the contractor of the contractual deficiencies (e.g., management, quality, safety, or environmental deficiency report or letter.

IV. QUESTIONS:

Question Response

1. Evaluate the contractor's overall commitment to quality performance and customer satisfaction.

Comment:

4 – Exceptional 3 – Very Good 2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

2. Evaluate the contractor's overall technical competence.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

3. Evaluate the contractor's cooperation and willingness to work as a team (with your personnel, other contractors, etc.).

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory

4. Evaluate the contractor's compliance with contractual requirements.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory

5. Evaluate the contractor's responsiveness to contract, program and/or schedule changes.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory

6. Evaluate the effectiveness of the contractor's overall quality control procedures.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

7. Evaluate the effectiveness of the contractor's safety program or efforts.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory

Question Response

8. Evaluate the effectiveness of the contractor's management and supervision.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

9. Evaluate the contractor's ability to overcome technical problems, labor issues, and/or other performance difficulties.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

10. Evaluate the contractor's ability to plan and conduct operations in the most effective manner.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

11. Evaluate the contractor's ability to adhere to schedules and complete work on time.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

12. Evaluate the quality and stability of the contractor's workforce and continuity of services.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory N/A

13. Evaluate the availability, adequacy, and suitability of the contractor's staffing for the work required.

2 – Satisfactory 1 – Marginal 0 – Unsatisfactory

RESPONSES TO INDUSTRY QUESTION

SOLICITATION HQ0013-15-R-0001

Questions and Answers

Question 1.

We did not find pricing information pertaining to CLINs 000401 and 000402? What costs are included for CLINs 000401 and 000402?

Response:

CLINs 000401 and 000402 are informational CLINs established to facilitate funding by separate appropriations. The pricing information or “costs” for CLIN 0004 apply to SubCLINs 000401 and 000402.

Question 2.

Has a contractor performed similar work to this for the government in the past?

If available, please provide the incumbent contract number.

If you are unable to provide a contract number, is it safe to assume this is a new requirement for the government?

DIILS education support services are currently being performed under HQ0013-14-C-0002 by X

Corp Solutions, Inc. This is not a new requirement.

Question 3.

Can the government please explain why it is not exercising the option period(s) on the current contract awarded in January 2014 which had a base period of 1 year and two option periods of 1 year each (per the following FBO notice:

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=5f80cead1725f36d0aecef4fc7404f9 f&tab=core&_cview=1 ). This information is of particular importance to 8(a) firms that are contemplating whether to pursue the new contract since knowing whether the new contract will be for 1 year or 3 impacts our decision to invest in pursuing this new contract, as well as our pricing.

DSCA assessed that the contract as awarded did not sufficiently ensure that the Government would receive its required level of services. Therefore, the government made corrections to the

PWS which are included in HQ0013-15-R-0001.

Question 4.

Please update the CLIN descriptions. For example:

a. Several include language such as the following: CLIN 0001 - "Contractor shall perform services in accordance with Section 5.XX of the Performance Work Statement (PWS)". Please clearly identify appropriate sections (i.e., replace XX with specific Section identifiers) of the

PWS in these CLIN descriptions.

Complete paragraph references have been incorporated into the CLIN description.

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=5f80cead1725f36d0aecef4fc7404f9f&tab=core&_cview=1 https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=5f80cead1725f36d0aecef4fc7404f9f&tab=core&_cview=1

b. Please explain what is meant by the following CLIN description: 00004 - Admin. Assistance

120x/DRC.

As indicated in the response to Question 1, CLINs 000401 and 000402 are informational CLINs established to facilitate funding by separate appropriations. The pricing information under CLIN

0004 applies to SubCLINs 000401 and 000402.

120X/DRC refers to DIILS Programs as described in the Performance Work Statement.

- 120X refers to the Global Train and Equip 1206/1207/120X/GSCF Human Rights

Training (Global T&E). NOTE “120X” has been changed to “Global T&E”.

- DRC refers to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

c. Please explain the following CLINs: 000401 - 120X Funding and 000402 - DRC Funding.

As indicated in the response to Question 1, CLINs 000401 and 000402 are informational CLINs established to facilitate funding by separate appropriations. The pricing information under CLIN

0004 applies. NOTE “120X” has been changed to “Global T&E”.

Question 5.

The "CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE" include: 52.222-41 Service Contract

Labor Standards. In this context, requiring Offerors to submit resumes of candidates (with very specific DIILS experience) for various positions appears to contradict the Service Contract Act and the associated "Non Displacement of Qualified Workers" requirement. In other words, if incumbent qualified workers cannot be displaced, what is the point of requiring offerors to submit resumes of candidates who cannot be hired in the first place since incumbents will have to be offered the right of first refusal? It appears that this requirement benefits only the incumbent contractor. Please clarify.

Service Contract Act applies to Administrative Assistance positions, Occupation Code 1020, only. FAR 52.222-17 “Non Displacement of Qualified Workers” is incorporated under this amendment. As indicated in paragraph (b) of the clause, “The Contractor and its subcontractors shall, except as otherwise provided herein, in good faith offer those service employees employed under the predecessor contract whose employment will be terminated as a result of award of this contract or the expiration of the contract under which the service employees were hired, a right of first refusal of employment under this contract in positions for which the service employees are qualified”. Right of first refusal does not guarantee acceptance by the service employees. In accordance with the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items

(page 37 of 115 “Original Solicitation”) and 52.212-2, Evaluation Offerors – Commercial Items

(page 41 of 115 “Original Solicitation”), Offeror shall provide resumes of proposed personnel.

Question 6.

The Past Performance Questionnaires are due NLT 2PM ON 24 November 2014 while proposals are due NLT than 2PM (EST) 01 December 2014. Can the government please make the Past

Performance Questionnaires also due NLT than 2PM (EST) 01 December 2014 to provide adequate time for Offerors to contact references and request their inputs.

The submission date for the Past Performance Questionnaires has been revised to 2PM (EST) 01

December 2014.

Question 7.

Regarding the DIILS education support services requirement, HQ0013-15-R-0001: Is this related to the requirement that was just awarded last December to X-Corp Solutions, HQ0013-14-C-

0002? I am assuming it is being re-competed early? If they are not related, can you please provide the name of the previous contractor and the contract number associated with this work?

DIILS education support services are currently being performed under HQ0013-14-C-0002 by X

Corp Solutions, Inc. Solicitation HQ0013-15-R-0001 is a recompete of the existing contract.

WAGE DETERMINATION

Wage Determination WD 2005-2467 (Rev. -14) dated 7/25/2014 (Occupation Code 1020) is incorporated by reference.

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

CLIN 0002

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in accordance with Section 5.XX of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to Contractor shall perform services in accordance with Section 5.3 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

CLIN 0003

perform services in accordance with Section 5.4 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

CLIN 0004

The CLIN description has changed from Admin. Assistance 120x/DRC to Admin.

Assistance Global T&E.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in perform services in accordance with Section 5.5 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

SUBCLIN 000401

The CLIN description has changed from 120X Funding to Global T&E Funding.

The CLIN extended description INFORMATIONAL CLIN for funding purposes only has been added.

SUBCLIN 000402

CLIN 0005

perform services in accordance with Section 5.6 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

CLIN 0006

The CLIN description has changed from Instruction Preparation to Instruction

Preparation: Resident Course.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in perform services in accordance with Section 5.9 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

CLIN 0007

perform services in accordance with Section 5.7 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

CLIN 0008

The CLIN description has changed from Distinguished Instruction - Preparation to

Distinguished Instruction: Preparation.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 0009

The CLIN description has changed from Distinguished Instruction - Resident to

Distinguished Instruction: Resident Cour.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in perform services in accordance with Section 5.8 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

CLIN 0010

accordance with Section 5.XX of the Performance Work Statement (PWS). to Contractor shall perform services in accordance with Section 5.2 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS)..

CLIN 0011

The CLIN description has changed from Training Coordinator - 120X OT to Training

Coordinator - Global T&E OT.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 0012

CLIN 1002

CLIN 1003

CLIN 1004

Assistance Global T&E.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

SUBCLIN 100401

SUBCLIN 100402

CLIN 1005

CLIN 1006

Preparation: Resident Course.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 1007

CLIN 1008

Distinguished Instruction: Preparation.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 1009

Distinguished Instruction: Resident Cour.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 1010

CLIN 1011

Coordinator - Global T&E OT.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 1012

CLIN 2002

CLIN 2003

CLIN 2004

Assistance Global T&E.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

SUBCLIN 200401

SUBCLIN 200402

CLIN 2005

CLIN 2006

Preparation: Resident Course.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 2007

CLIN 2008

Distinguished Instruction: Preparation.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 2009

Distinguished Instruction: Resident Cour.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Contractor shall perform services in

CLIN 2010

CLIN 2011

Coordinator - Global T&E OT.

CLIN 2012

(End of Summary of Changes)