Q2-HSCG38-09-Q-410006.doc

QUESTIONS (2) AND RESPONSES TO SOLICITATION HSCG38-09-Q-410006

1. The Technical Capability section of the RFQ states: “The response shall not exceed 10 pages in length.” Does this 10-page limit apply only to the Technical Capability Section or to the entire technical proposal?

Technical Capability Section shall not exceed 10 pages

2. What is the anticipated award date of this procurement?

To Be Determined - it depends on the number of quotes received and the length of time needed to complete evaluations.

3. What is the anticipated start date of this procurement?

No later than 03/01/09

4. Can we assume that electronic submissions by e-mail are acceptable?

Yes

5. How much time will be allowed for contract start up or transition (time between award and start date)?

See answer #2

6. Will the government assume the costs for the financial and background investigations?

No. The financial and background investigations are at the contractor’s expense.

7. Will contractors be required to obtain Rapidgate Badges?

We do not use Rapidgate Badges here at ALC.

8. If contractors are required to obtain Rapidgate Badges, will the government pay for them?

See answer #7

9. Must all contact staff successfully complete the Criminal and Financial Background Investigation prior to starting work?

Yes

10. Are solicitations HSCG38-09-Q-410005 and HSCG38-09-Q-410006 limited to 8(a) participants located in North Carolina only?

No.

Is an Indiana 8 (a) participant eligible to an offer?

Yes.

10. What specific USCG asset are these services supporting?

The attached link provides an overview of our facility: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/arsc/about.asp

11. Is there a planned position for an on-site contractor Project Manager based on the number of employees?

An on-site contractor project manager will not be paid by the Coast Guard.