Att 18 - LT-CRDS RFP Q and A Sheet Final.pdf

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QUESTION/COMMENT PS-CD PM GOVERNMENT RESPONSE

Factor 2, Past Performance

Factor 2, Past Performance it states " Recency. The first is to evaluate the recency of the submitted past performance. Recent efforts are those performed as a prime contractor or as a subcontractor within the last three years from release of this solicitation, including efforts currently being performed. " Considering the whole of government was under massive shutdowns and contracting was severely impacted during the majority of the last 3 years due to COVID-19, would the DHA consider adjusting this reference for past performances to state "within the last five years" instead of "within the last three years"?

X

No, the standard for DHA is 3 years.

Factor 2, Past Performance

We are a certified 8a firm and have successfully executed similar projects as a primary contractor for several commercial clients. There was no government involved, may we use these projects as references?

X Yes. However, you would need to provide detailed information related to project specificity.

3 What is the estimated budget of this contract? X That information will not be provided.

Is there any incumbent on this project? If yes, kindly reveal the name.

X Yes, the current contractor is Agile Decision Sciences, LLC (ADS).

5 What is the annual spending of this contract? X That information will not be provided.

Subfactor 2, Quality Control Approach, pg. 18/77 and pg. 30/77 In the instructions of the RFP, "The proposal may include additional narrative amplifying information contained in the Quality Control Plan.." The evaluation criteria states, "The Government will review the Volume 1 Quality Control Approach Narrative and Quality Control Plan.." Please confirm that bidders are required to submit a QCP at the time of proposal submission.

X

Yes, QCP's are required at time of proposal submission.

Subfactor 2, Quality Control Approach, pg. 18/77 Would the government please confirm if bidder's QCP can be submitted as an exhibit to the Technical Volume? If so, please confirm it is not included in the 25 page limit for the Technical Factor.

X Yes, the Quality Control Plan (QCP) can be submitted as an exhibit to Volume 1 - Technical and is not included in the 25 page limit for Volume 1- Technical.

Subfactor 2, Quality Control Approach, pg. 30/77 Would the government please verify all PWS references in the RFP? In the evaluation criteria under Subfactor 2, Quality Control Approach, the RFP references PWS sections 1.10 and 1.10.1, which are related to Contractor Personnel.

X

Please refer to PWS Section 1.9, 1.9.1 and 1.9.2 v. 1.10, 1.10.1.

(1) Volume 1, Technical Instructions, pg. 17/77; and Subfactor 3, Staffing Plan and Key Personnel, pg. 19/77

Can bidders attach the Staffing Plan as an exhibit to Volume 1, Subfactor 3 outside the 25 page limit?

X Yes, Staffing Plan can be submitted as an exhibit to Volume 1 - Technical, Subfactor 3 - Staffing Plan & Key Personnel.

Contract Duration and Start Date

Can you confirm the anticipated contract duration and the expected start date for the awarded contract?

X Base plus 4 years plus up to 6 month extension of services option [5 years + 6 months EOS]. Anticipated start date is mid-March 2024.

Scope Clarification

Could you provide further insights into the primary objectives or strategic focus areas that the J5 Capability Management Division is prioritizing within the scope of this contract?

X Further insights into the primary focus areas of the J5 CAMD are located in the DHA Strategic Plan FY 23-28 .

Technical Expertise

Are there any particular technical qualifications or expertise that the agency highly values or considers critical for successful execution under this contract?

X Personnel should possess the technical expertise and ability to interact routinely with senior military leaders which is critical to mission success.

Collaboration and Coordination

Could you shed light on the expected level of collaboration with other stakeholders such as Service Combat Developers, Combatant Commands, and the Office of the Joint Staff Surgeon? Understanding the collaboration dynamics would greatly assist in our planning process.

X

The ability to interact with Service Combat Developers, Combatant Commands, and the Office of the Joint Staff Surgeon is crucial. Personnel should be familiar with each of the afore mentioned requirements process as the J5 CAMD routinely collaborates with all stakeholders on a monthly basis.

Evaluation Criteria

Would it be possible to obtain an outline or overview of the evaluation criteria that will be used to assess proposals? Understanding the evaluation factors will help us tailor our response accordingly.

X Please refer to RFP HT001124R0064 Addendum to FAR 52.212-2 - Evaluation.

15 Documentation Requirement

From the PWS we see the have the following requirements that will need to be submitted - can you please confirm if there are other documents that will be required for submission? a. Att+2+-+LT-CRDS+Pricing+Sheet b.+3+-+LT- CRDS+Past+Performance+Questionnaire

X

Please refer to RFP HT0014R0064 Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

16 Documentation Format Are there specific for proposal submission, such as preferred file types or templates for the required documents?

X

Please refer to RFP HT0014R0064 Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services for specifics related to formatting guidelines or preferences.

Page 20, Key Personnel On Page 20 of the Solicitation regarding Key Personnel Knowledge Management Decision Support Manager, it states that the Knowledge Management Decision Support Manager is responsible for all document coordination in the Knowledge Management Decision Support Tool. Which Knowledge Management Decision Support Tool is the Government using?

X

J5 CAMD staffs JCIDS related documents in the Knowledge Management Decsion tool located on SIPR. J5 CAMD staffs dcouments via EMTS2 on NIPR.

18 Page 20, Key Personnel

On Page 20 of the Solicitation regarding Factor 2 – Past Performance Information, it states that at least one of the three references must be from the prime offeror.

Can an offeror who is bidding as a prime submit past performances where the offeror was a subcontractor?

X

Yes.

Is this a new requirement or follow on work to an existing contract?

X This is a follow on contract for joint requirements related work efforts.

20 Labor Categories Can the Government confirm that offerors are not required to complete Column C - Crosswalk Labor Category if we do not propose the use of other labor categories?

X Confirmed.

21 Past Performance Questionnaires Would the Government accept CPARs instead of PPQs due to personnel on extended leave for the holidays?

X No. CPARS will not be considered in lieu of PPQs in the proposal submission.

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