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Arizona Questions and Answers

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1 Regarding TAS orders are they inclusive of travel? If not is there a mechanism to recoup travel costs if the building is not in an area where there is a larger concentration of PSOs?

Possibility of travel must be taken into consideration in pricing the Temporary Additional Service (TAS) and Emergency Security Service (ESS).

Travel will not be priced separately.

2 Are PSOs required to be paid for their time during the interview, pre‐ employment medical / physical or for filling out the application? In addition if travel is required for any or all of the pre‐employment process is the cost required to be covered by the contractor?

The contractor is required to provide compensation in accordance with the Service Contract Act and its implementing regulations and guidance.

3 The RFP states that the original copies of the 139s have to be turned into the COR (assuming in Phoenix) by 10am every Mon of the following week.

That being said we have two questions, the first is when does the week end and secondly if the week ends on a weekend day, is the following Mon referring to the Monday of the following week. For example, if the weekends on the 1st of whatever month and that day is a Sunday it would be very difficult to get those 139s to us let alone the COR by 10am the next morning for any post that works over the weekend. In that case would the 139s be due by 10 am on the 8th.

For contract purposes, weeks begin on Sunday and end on Saturday. The RFP refers to the Monday following the end of the week.

4 Proposal Submission Requirements ‐ No CD/disk requirement is mentioned in the RFP however at the pre‐proposal conference the inclusion of a disk was mentioned. 1) Is a CD/disk required with the proposal submission, and

2) if yes, how should offerors include and distinguish both redacted information and non‐redacted information?

Yes, A CD/disk is required. The information regarding submission of a CD was erroneously omitted from the original posting of the RFP. Please see Amendment A00001, which amends page 272 of 304, Proposal Submission Requirements, paragraph 3. The following text was added: “In addition to the hard copies, vendor shall submit an electronic version of the pricing schedule, the detailed breakdown, and technical proposal on Compact Disk (CD). Electronic versions must be readable with Microsoft Office 2007.”

The electronic version contained on the submitted disc should be a non‐ redacted version of your proposal.

5 CBA specified hourly rate "commencing October 1, 2012" Why does this specified hourly rate remain "TBD"? Is the rate provided on page 231 of the RFP ($22.20 per hour) the correct rate for 2012 through 2013, and 2013 through 2014, or will updated rates be provided in the future and before the deadline for submission of proposals?

See page 231 of 304 of the RFP which states, “Please note the following for Attachment 5 – Department of Labor Wage Determination: The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) included in the RFP package contains language on page 15 of the CBA (page 247 of 303 of the RFP package) that the hourly rates commencing on October 1, 2012 are “To be determined”. The hourly rate effective October 1, 2012 being paid remains $22.20 per hour. The health and welfare rate on page 24 of the CBA (page 256 of 303 of the RFP package) also remains unchanged at $5.00 per hour.”

6 SOW 5.4.1.2, This section provides, in relevant part, "DHS determined that performance of this contract requires Contractor, subcontractor(s), vendor(s), etc., (herein known as Contractor) to access sensitive DHS information and may require access to classified National Security Information (herein known as classified information) up to and including TS‐ SCI classification level...” The RFP requires contractor to clear personnel in some cases up to the level of TS/SCI however the post exhibit only specifies clearances up to the level of TS. Is there a possible future requirement for TS/SCI? Why the higher requirement in the RFP?

There is a future requirement for Top Secret/Secret Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) posts at the locations on the Exhibit marked presently as TS (posts AZ7902 and AZ7861). Proposals should be priced accordingly.

7 When did the current contract start? Period of Performance under current contract, HSCEW9‐09‐A‐0002, is 10/01/2008 through 09/30/2013 (a base year, plus four option years).

8 Post Exhibit ‐ Are the locations identified on the post exhibit representative of the recurring (standard) services or are some of the hours dedicated toward TAS?

The posts and locations shown on the post exhibit represent the recurring (basic) requirements. None of the hours shown on the post exhibit represent hours for Temporary Additional Services (TAS). TAS hours are estimated on the Pricing Schedule. TAS post locations are determined at the time FPS customers identify the requirement.

9 RFP page 3 of 304 (SF 1449 Continuation page) Are the provided estimated TAS hours (11,260 annual) representative of last year's amount of TAS hours or is this reflective of the highest amount possible, and in reality the "typical" (under the current contract) TAS hours are much lower?

ESS requirements result from events such as natural disasters, civil disturbances, or other unanticipated events on an as‐needed basis. As such, the contract resulting from the RFP will be an IDIQ contract; the hours sited in the Schedule represent maximum quantities. The maximum quantities are based on a reasonable estimate that is in‐line with or takes into consideration historical information.

10 Are all posts armed? All posts are armed.

11 Is the CM presently co‐located at any FPS/National Protection & Programs Directorate facility?

The information is not required to propose on the solicited requirement.

The solicited requirement is different from the current contract. Offerors should focus on the solicited requirement only.

12 Section E‐2 Addendum to FAR 52.212‐1, Instructions to Offerors, Proposal Submission Requirements, Subpart 3 Section E‐2 Addendum to FAR 52.212‐ 1, Instructions to Offerors, Proposal Submission Requirements, Subpart 3 provides, in relevant part, “Proposals shall be comprised of TWO (2) separate sealed envelopes, the first containing two (2) copies of the pricing submission and the second containing five (5) copies of the technical submission.” Does the Government require two (2) copies and one (1) original or one (1) copy and one (1) original of the pricing submission?

Similarly, does the Government require five (5) copies and one (1) original or four (4) copies and (1) original of the technical submission?

Provide one original and one copy of the pricing submission and one original and four copies of the technical submission.

13 Section E‐2 Addendum to FAR 52.212‐1, Instructions to Offerors, Proposal Submission Requirements, Subpart 4 Section E‐2 Addendum to FAR 52.212‐ 1, Instructions to Offerors, Proposal Submission Requirements, Subpart 4 provides, in relevant part, “Page Limitation ‐ Excluding the cover page and past performance forms and questionnaires, the technical proposal (covering all non‐price factors) is limited to twenty (20) pages in at least 11pt. font and 1” margins.” Will a smaller font size be allowed for graphics and tables? Please confirm whether the Offeror can include headers and/or footers with essential information, such as RFP Section Name, RFP Solicitation Number, page number, and disclosure statement, within the margin limitations as long as the 11 pt. font size is adhered to? Will the inclusion of a Table of Contents count against the 20‐page limit?

A font smaller than 11 pt. may be used for headers, footers, graphics and tables. Offeror may include headers and/or footers with essential information, such as RFP Section Name, RFP Solicitation Number, page number, and disclosure statement in the margins without adhering to any particular font size as long as the information is legible. The table of contents is not included in the 20‐page limit.

14 SOW 9.21 FPS utilizes a PTS as an electronic validation of post staffing Is the electronic PTS operational/available and in use for PSO services on this contract?

PTS is not operational at this time. The contractor will be notified if/when PTS is implemented.

15 SOW 6.6.4.1 SOW Section 6.6.4.1 provides: "Contractor shall complete Transitional Weapon and Weapon Platform Change training in accordance with Exhibit 4C." What is the make and model of the .40 caliber firearm currently being used by incumbents if any and if at all?

The incumbent contractor personnel are using a Glock model 22 (.40 caliber) pistol.

16 SOW 6.4 SOW Section 6.4 identifies all training elements. Do the current personnel have all required training? Is it current? Will the training be grandfathered?

The current contract personnel meet all requirements under the current contract. Note that the RFP requirements differ from the current contract requirements. All PSOs are required to complete all of the required training that is set forth in this RFP, which may vary from the type and quantity of training required under the expiring contract. IAW SOW 6.1.1, the COR has discretion to accept or deny proposed exemptions for previous training and /or certification obtained under another FPS contract. Previous training and certification documentation and/or credentials must be valid and meet requirements of this contract to be considered. All PSOs must meet all contractual requirements to perform on the resultant contract.

17 SOW Exhibit 4 RFP Exhibit 4 requires the contractor to conduct required training. Will incumbent personnel be required to attend orientation training?

The current contract personnel meet all requirements under the current contract. Note that the RFP requirements differ from the current contract requirements. All PSOs are required to complete all of the required training that is set forth in this RFP, which may vary from the type and quantity of training required under the expiring contract. IAW SOW 6.1.1, the COR has discretion to accept or deny proposed exemptions for previous training and /or certification obtained under another FPS contract. Previous training and certification documentation and/or credentials must be valid and meet requirements of this contract to be considered. All PSOs must meet all contractual requirements to perform on the resultant contract. IAW paragraph 6.4.1.2, Required training includes both, recurring and “one‐time only” courses. If completed successfully, one‐time only courses are not required to be repeated during contract period. Onetime only courses are:

Contractor‐Provided Basic Training (Exhibit 4B) Contractor‐Provided Initial Weapon Training and Qualifications

(Exhibit 4C) Government‐Provided Orientation Training (Exhibit 4G) Government‐Administered Written Exam (Section 6.5)

18 SOW 6.4.1.2 SOW Section 6.4.1.2 requires one of the training elements to consist of: "Government‐Provided Orientation Training" Is this training conducted while on‐duty? If not, is this training billable?

Government Provided Orientation Training is not conducted while on “duty”. IAW SOW paragraph 6.1.7.3, the contractor shall apply payment requirements of the FLSA for pre‐certification training. Contractor may not bill separately for training costs. These costs should be built into the proposed hourly rates.

19 SOW Exhibit 8E SOW Exhibit 8E requires the contractor to provide only cellular telephones (and telephone charger/holder) Will the government be providing radios?

No.

20 Post Exhibit Does the current contractor provide security services to all locations which are identified in the provided post exhibit presently?

Yes.

21 SOW 11.3.3 SOW Section 11.3.3 requires the Contractor to "maintain no less than the amount of supervision described in the Management Approach…" Are current Supervisors comprised of more than one rank? If so, what rank(s) are they?

The incumbent’s current rank structure is not relevant to this RFP as supervisory strategy is at the responsibility of the offeror.

22 SOW 12.1.2 Breaks What is the structure (frequency and length) of the current meal breaks taken by officers? The provided CBA is unclear.

FPS is not a party to the CBA and; therefore, is not in a position to interpret

it. Personnel management and scheduling is at the discretion of the offeror.

23 SOW 5.4.1 Security Clearances Do all incumbent personnel maintain a current Top Secret clearance?

No.

24 Based on the provided post exhibit, only (3) posts require a security clearance to the level of Top Secret. Please confirm that all persons being submitted for consideration do not require a finalized Top Secret clearance.

If not, what percentage of the guard force is required to maintain the Top Secret clearance?

There is not a requirement for all PSOs to have a Top Secret (TS) Clearance.

There should be a sufficient number of cleared PSOs to maintain proper coverage of TS posts.

25 Section 4.B.3 This section provides, in relevant part, "For cost/price factors that are subject to variation, but are not subject to adjustment under the provisions above, contractors may factor in contingency allowances. Note:

Increases to Supervisor wages and benefits are not subject to contract price adjustment in the subsequent ordering periods under FAR 52.222‐43(d), unless the Supervisory position is expressly covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement or DOL Wage Determination. For Supervisory positions that are not subject to contract adjustment under FAR 52.222‐ 43(d), the contractor is permitted to include a reasonable escalation in subsequent option periods based on the labor market in the geographical area that the effort will be performed.” Is it permissible to price Supervisory and overhead positions at a 5 year average instead of escalating wages each period?

Yes. Pricing strategy is at the discretion of the offeror.

26 Paragraph 14.4.6 provides in relevant part, “Exhibit 8C specifies amount and type of ammunition, including additional rounds for contingency. For those contracts storing weapons on site, Contractor shall store and secure additional ammunition on‐site, periodically rotating old duty ammunition with new ammunition. (Terms of solicitation will expressly state if weapons can be stored on Government site. If terms do not explicitly provide for on‐ site storage, such storage will not be available).”

Question A: As no terms have been expressly stated, please confirm that this RFP does not allow for weapons to be stored on site. Question B: If this contract does allow weapons to be stored on site, please indicate which buildings have weapons stored on site. If any locations require weapons to be stored on site, will the government provide the safes needed to store the weapons?

IAW section 14.4, paragraph 14.4.6 of the SOW, as no terms have been expressly stated, therefore, such storage is not available on‐site or otherwise.

27 The provided CBA does not appear to provide any mention of allowance for guard mount time. Question A: Does the Government require any guard mount time for the PSO’s who are “Armed.” Question B: If answer to Question A is yes, how long does the Government require before and after each shift for guard mount time?

Guard mount is not required; however, the contractor is responsible for scheduling work in a manner consistent with effective contract management and CBA requirements, if applicable.

28 SOW 1.1.1“Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) consider PSO positions as First Responders Awareness Level. OSHA defines First Responders Awareness Level: First responders at the awareness level are individuals who are likely to witness or discover a hazardous substance release and who have been trained to initiate an emergency response sequence by notifying the proper authorities of the release. They would take no further action beyond notifying the authorities of the release. First responders at the awareness level shall have sufficient training or have had sufficient experience to objectively demonstrate competency in the following areas: ‐ An understanding of what hazardous substances are, and the risks associated with them in an incident. ‐ An understanding of the potential outcomes associated with an emergency created when hazardous substances are present. ‐ The ability to recognize the presence of hazardous substances in an emergency. ‐ The ability to identify the hazardous substances, if possible.” Given that OSHA’s definition of first responders at the awareness level requires an intimate knowledge of hazardous material, is any additional training required for uniformed contract employees to qualify as first responders at the awareness level?

The contractor must comply with all OSHA training requirements. IAW SOW Section 12.2.1 the Contractor is responsible for compliance with workplace regulations, including but not limited to OSHA regulations.

29 SOW 5.2.2.1 Section 5.2.2.1 of the Statement of Work provides, in relevant part, “Contractor shall require PSOs to undergo a pre‐employment medical/physical examination and every three years thereafter. A licensed physician shall administer the examinations and document results on Medical Questionnaire (Exhibit 7). Question A: Are the physical/medical examination standards in this RFP different from the physical/medical examination standards currently applied to incumbent personnel? Question B: If the answer to Question A is yes, will incumbent PSOs with physical/medical examination records that meet the requirements of the current contract be required to undergo physical/medical examination during transition because the physical/medical examination standards have changed?

Yes, the physical/medical examination standards in this RFP are different from the physical/medical examination standards currently applied to incumbent personnel. As the requirements under this RFP are different, incumbent PSO personnel will have to meet the new requirements prior to standing post.

30 SOW 5.2.4 Statement of Work, Paragraph 5.2.4 Initial and Recurring Screening for Illegal Drugs, subparagraph 5.2.4.1 provides, “PSOs must submit to urine drug screening as part of initial pre‐employment process and during recurring medical examination, every three years.” Question A:

Are the drug screening standards in this RFP different from the drug screening standards currently applied to incumbent personnel? Question B:

If the answer to Question A is yes, will incumbent PSOs with drug screening records that meet the requirements of the current contract be required to undergo drug screening during transition?

No, drug screening standards in the RFP are not different from the current requirement; however, the contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all PSOs are in compliance with the requirements. IAW Paragraph 5.2.4.1, PSOs must submit to urine drug screening as part of initial pre‐employment process and during recurring medical examination, every three years.

Accordingly, the successful awardee must conduct a pre‐employment drug screen of all individuals it intends to hire to perform as PSO.

31 SOW 5.3.1 Statement of Work, Paragraph 5.3.1 Suitability Requirements, subparagraph 5.3.1.15 provides, “Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with obtaining and renewing suitability clearances for employee associated with this contract.” Does this paragraph mean that contractors bear the administrative costs of requesting the suitability and the employee’s time spent completing the process online only and that the Government bears responsibility for the costs related to the suitability review? Generally this is our experience working under federal contracts.

While the Government will cover any of its costs related to the suitability review itself the contractor will bear all other costs associated with the suitability process.

32 SOW 6.6.4 Statement of Work, Paragraph 6.6.4 Transitional Weapon/Weapon Platform Change, subparagraph 6.6.4.1 states “Contractor shall complete Transitional Weapon and Weapon Platform Change training in accordance with Exhibit 4C.” Also, Exhibit 8C Contractor Provided Firearms and Ammunition provides in relevant part “The contractor will provide PSOs, including part‐time and reserve PSOs, with their own pistol.

Select the firearm that will be used: 38 Special, 9mm, .40 S/W, .357 SIG.”

The Exhibit specifies the .40 S/W as the type of firearm required for performance on this RFP. Our questions below presume that the government has determined the specific needs so that it can properly evaluate offerors management approach and price. We understand that this is a weapons platform change from what incumbent Officers are currently using. Please identify which specific requirements of Exhibit 4C are applicable for incumbent PSOs:

• 3 hours of Transitional Weapon training (revolver to revolver; semi‐ automatic to semi‐automatic)

• 8 hours of Weapons Platform Change training (revolver to semi‐automatic pistol)

Incumbent contractor personnel are presently using a Glock, .40 Caliber, which is one of the recommended weapons listed on the Exhibit 8C under Specifications: Item 3, .40 S&W, see page 88 of SOW Exhibits. If offeror chooses to use the same weapon, neither Transitional nor Weapons Platform Training is required of incumbent personnel during transition. If the offer chooses one of the other recommended pistols indicated on Exhibit 8C, Paragraph 3, Transitional Weapons Training shall be required.

33 Please confirm that the 40 hour course identified in Exhibit 4C (4 hours Use of OC Spray, 4 hours Use of Baton, 8 hours Firearms Maintenance, Safety and Handling, and 24 hours Initial Firearms Familiarization Fire) is required for both incumbent and new employees.

IAW Section 6.6.6, paragraph 6.6.6.1, Contractor shall conduct annual refresher training for any less‐than‐lethal weapons (i.e. expandable or straight police baton, sprays or repellants, conducted energy weapons, stuns weapons, etc.), equipment, or devices required under this contract, therefore, incumbent personnel shall receive the training annually. New personnel shall receive the initial training.

34 SOW 11.3.2 Statement of Work, Paragraph 11.3.2 provides, in relevant part, “Under no circumstances shall Supervisors perform productive hours while working in supervisory capacity.” Are supervisors permitted to work in a capacity other than a supervisory capacity? If yes, are supervisors working in non‐supervisory capacity permitted to provide relief and/or stand post?

Supervisors cannot provide relief while working in a supervisory capacity. An employee designated as a Supervisor working in non‐supervisory capacity would be permitted to provide relief and/or stand post, provided they meet all contractual requirements for standing post. In order to provide break and relief, a supervisor must sign‐off as a supervisor and sign‐on as a productive PSO. A supervisor shall not perform supervisory and productive PSO services simultaneously. If using supervisory personnel to serve in a non‐supervisory capacity the Contractor should have a plan in place to ensure it is able maintain the level of supervision it proposed within its Management Approach.

35 SOW 14.5.3 Statement of Work Paragraph 14.5.3 provides, “Contractor shall follow OSHA standards for respiratory protection including Appendix D to 29 C.F.R. § 1910.134. FPS will require Contractor to medically evaluate and clear contract PSOs for the use of respirators, at least every three years, in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134. Contractor is responsible for employee fit testing at such time a public health authority declares the use of respirators to be mandatory.” Is the requirement for employee respirator fit testing in this RFP different from the employee respirator fit testing requirement in the current contract?

Yes, the requirement under the current contract is different from the requirement in the RFP.

36 Are incumbent PSOs with current respiratory protection clearances required to take a respiratory protection examination during transition because the respiratory protection standards have changed or are new?

The current contract does not require respiratory protection clearances.

The incumbent personnel meet all requirements under the current contract.

All PSOs are required to meet the requirements set forth in this RFP prior to standing post under the resultant contract.

37 Exhibit 8D Exhibit 8D: Contractor Provide Personal Protective Equipment provides, “Contractor shall maintain a stock of the following personal protective equipment items for each officer, post, and location covered by this contract in quantities sufficient to furnish all productive and supervisory security officers performing on Contract with equipment for a two‐week period. Contractor shall maintain all equipment in a ready and usable condition and replenish stock as necessary to ensure a two‐week supply is available at all times.” Please clarify whether the initial two week supply noted in Exhibit 8D PPE is included in unit hourly rates or if it will be reimbursed under the separate Not‐to‐Exceed CLIN.

Cost should be included in the hourly rate.

38 SOW 7.3.1.1; 11.2.5 Document 7 ‐ Statement of Work, Section 7.3.1.1, provides, “Contractor shall maintain personnel files for employees who work under this contract. These files shall reside in Contractor Manager’s office and be made available to Government immediately upon request.”

Document 7 ‐ Statement of Work, Section 11.2.5, provides in relevant part, “CM shall be available during normal working hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

within 30 minutes by telephone or in person to discuss deficiencies. After normal duty hours or on weekends and holidays, CM shall be available within two hours.” Question A: Will the government provide office space on‐site for the CM and administrative staff? Or must the contractor factor in the cost of maintaining off‐site office space? Question B: If the government provides office space, which of the following will also be provided:

• Office furniture?

• Computing equipment?

• Printer?

• Copier?

• Internet access?

• Phone service?

Question C: If the government provides office space, what is the building address where the space would be provided?

The successful offeror is required to provide any necessary office space and furnishings as well as any equipment.

39 SOW 13.5 Statement of Work Paragraph 13.5 addresses Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Cards. Question A: Do incumbent personnel have active PIV Cards. Question B: Do incumbent personnel need to repeat the process if a new Contractor is selected? Question C: Please confirm that the amount of time required per PSO to complete the issuance process for a PIV card is 20 minutes as indicated in section C.5 of Exhibit 9E, Government‐Provided Property HSPD‐12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Card Employee Application Process. Question D: Please identify the enrollment station for this contract and provide the physical address. Also, will the Government provide reimbursement for any travel required?

Incumbent personnel do not have Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Cards.

Cards shall be renewed every 3 years from issuance. 20 minutes as indicated in Section C.5 of Exhibit 9E is representative of estimated processing time at the enrollment station. It does not include any travel time to and from the enrollment station (if travel time is necessary). See Amendment A00002, which amended Exhibit 9E to provide enrollment station locations. These costs should be built into the proposed hourly rates.

40 Please provide the current bill rates being paid by FPS Arizona under the incumbent's contract

The RFP requirements differ from the current contract requirements which may impact the billing rates. Price proposals should be based on the RFP requirements.

41 Exhibit 8E The Exhibit indicates under "Facilities," that "All facilities and PSO's covered by this contract." Further, under Type of Equipment, the table provided indicates "1 EACH" for cellular telephone, cellular telephone charge and cellular telephone holder. Please clarify whether one cellular telephone with charger and holder is required for each PSO under the contract, whether one device is required for each PSO standing post, or whether one cellular telephone with charger and holder is required per facility meaning that PSOs working within the same facility will share the same cellular telephone?

The contractor must ensure that the communication equipment issued to each security officer on post meets the requirements as described in Exhibit 8E. Each security officer on post must have the capability of transmitting and receiving clear and concise vocal transmissions between the security officer, supervisory personnel, the Contractor’s base station, FPS and the Post Tracking System.

42 Are PSO’s that are required to have a top secret clearance still considered Guard II, and are they paid at the same rate as PSO’S that are not required to have a top secret clearance?

Employee compensation is at the discretion of the contractor as long as it is in accordance with the minimum wages and fringe benefits set forth in the applicable Area WD or CBA.

43 PP 72 of 304: Is the initial drug screen that all PSO’s are required to submit to billable to the government if the results are negative per section 5.25.5?

No, a request for equitable adjustment may only be submitted for government requested screenings that are negative. All other drug screening costs are borne by the awardee and should be factored into the contract hourly rates. See SOW paragraph 5.2.5.5.

44 Will the government pay for officer’s time when results are negative on a “for cause” drug screen?

If results are negative for a government requested drug screening, all relevant costs should be included in the request for equitable adjustment for evaluation by the government.

45 PP 32 of 304 section 6.7: Does the government pay for PSO’s time during this training?

Contractor may not bill separately for training costs. These costs should be built into the proposed hourly rates.

46 PP 208 of 304: Does this contract require any vehicles? Per Exhibit 8F, vehicles are not required.

47 Will the government pay for the PSO’s time if he/she is required to testify in court?

IAW Section 9.17, paragraph 9.17.4.1, PSOs required to make a court appearance shall receive remuneration from Contractor at same hourly rate earned while on duty, and in turn, Government shall remunerate Contractor in the event Contractor submits a request for equitable adjustment.

48 Do any of the existing contract guards have the new/current government required training?

The current contract personnel meet all requirements under the current contract. Note that the RFP requirements differ from the current contract requirements. All PSOs are required to complete all of the required training that is set forth in this RFP, which may vary from the type and quantity of training required under the expiring contract. IAW SOW 6.1.1, the COTR has discretion to accept or deny proposed exemptions for previous training and /or certification obtained under another FPS contract. Previous training and certification documentation and/or credentials must be valid and meet requirements of this contract to be considered. All PSOs must meet all contractual requirements to perform on the resultant contract.

49 Are the Recurring Services Estimated Hours indicated on Page 5 of 304 expected to be higher from other Contract Years as listed?

The estimate for recurring service is higher for this performance period due to the leap year.

50 Is the Seniority List accurate, with the most recent new hire on 2/28/2012? This is the most recent seniority list available to the government at time of issuance of this RFP.

51 If sub contracting, are both the Prime Contractor and Sub Contractor required to have AZ Private Security Guard Agency licenses?

The solicitation is clear on its face. Offeror’s may choose to consult private legal counsel for questions regarding state laws.

52 Is the contractor required to have an AZ Private Security Guard Agency license Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes 32‐2611 prior to submitting a proposal?

The solicitation is clear on its face. Offeror’s may choose to consult private legal counsel for questions regarding state laws.

53 Is the proposal page limit required to be double spaced? Single space is acceptable.

54 Is the contractor required to have a company Facility Security Officer? NISPOM 2‐103(c) requires that a company “As a minimum… Appoint a U.S.

citizen employee as the FSO.”

55 Does the contractor process all individuals required to have a Security Clearance, or does the government?

Both parties are involved with different portions of the Security Clearance process. While the Government is responsible for the suitability review itself the contractor will be responsible for ensuring forms are complete and accurate and managing any administration associated with the clearances.

56 Was attendance at the pre‐proposal conference required in order to submit proposals?

No.

57 Is the total dollar value of the current contract option year available? No, the current RFP differ from the current contract requirements which may impact total contract value. Proposals should be based on the RFP requirements.

58 Is there an Addendum to the Collective Bargaining Agreement? If not, can the government confirm the hourly wage rate in the CBA (Page 15, Per Article Sixteen, Section 1) is still effective October 1, 2012 since the CBA states "To be determined"?

See page 231 of 304 of the RFP which states, “Please note the following for Attachment 5 – Department of Labor Wage Determination: The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) included in the RFP package contains language on page 15 of the CBA (page 247 of 303 of the RFP package) that the hourly rates commencing on October 1, 2012 are “To be determined”. The hourly rate effective October 1, 2012 being paid remains $22.20 per hour. The health and welfare rate on page 24 of the CBA (page 256 of 303 of the RFP package) also remains unchanged at $5.00 per hour.

59 On the required SF1449, box 17a asks for a code and a facility code, can you please tell me where I can find this code?

This code is the offerors cage code.

60 In regard to the following clause, does the Government intend to include the possible extended performance period for the maximum period of 6 months as part of the Price Evaluation process?

Section C, Sub‐section C‐2, Article 09. OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES BEYOND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT ‐ “For purposes of evaluation, the potential need to exercise the option under FAR 52.217‐8 to extend the period of contract performance for the maximum period of six (6) months beyond the last option period will be considered the same for all Offerors, and will be on the exact same rates and terms, other than length of performance, as the option period being extended.”

Yes.

61 In regard to the Price Elements Breakdown, does the Government want the detailed breakdown of costs for the Base Year and each of the 4 Option Years?

Yes.

62 Will the Government explain the use of or completion process for the (3) columns labeled “CBA or WD #” for each of the two sections of the Price Element Breakdown ‐ Base Year and Option 1 Year? Is the idea that each of the columns represents the costs associated with the different wage rates per conformed class?

Yes.

63 Are Lead PSO’s as described in the specification used in the performance of work and if so, will the Government identify Lead PSO’s by building / post location?

Use of Lead PSOs is at the discretion of the contractor.

64 Where Lead PSO’s are identified is the applicable wage rate pre‐determined and available if different from the Guard II rate identified in the CBA and are any different rates to be included in the Price Elements Breakdown analysis?

Employee compensation is at the discretion of the contractor as long as it is in accordance with the minimum wages and fringe benefits set forth in the applicable Area WD or CBA.