Questions and Responses

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT (STC)

SOLICITATION HTC711-09-R-0040

QUESTIONS & RESPONSES

Questions 41 - 51

41) I understand the Addendum - however Im un-clear as to how to present the Past Performance that is needed to you. One way says to have it faxed to you. The Volume 11 Past Performance Proposal states - Original and 5 copies. Are the Past performance proposal different than the past performance Survey?

RESPONSE: Yes they are different. Past Performance Volume II shall be submitted by the offeror. Past Performance Survey (Attachment 3) shall be submitted by the respondent identified in section B of the survey. Reference Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Paragraph (b)(10).

42) We request a 7 to 10 day extension on the contract due date.

RESPONSE: The offer due date and time specified in the solicitation is firm. Submit offers at or before the time specified in the solicitation. Reference Standard Form 1449, Block 8 (page 1 of 44 in the solicitation) for the Offer Due Date/Local Time. Submit offers to the address listed in the solicitation. Reference Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Paragraph (b)(20)(a).

Note: Scott Air Force Base is on Central Standard Time (CST).

43) Is there a page limit to the sub contracting plan as they are pretty standard any way – and how many copies of each are required.

RESPONSE: The solicitation does not specify a page limit. Submit only one (1) copy of the Limitation on Subcontracting plan. Reference Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Paragraph (b)(17).

44) Appendix E reflects Accessorials rate, are we bound to those rates or can we make changes to the rates provided?

RESPONSE: Offerors shall not change the accessorial rates reflected in Appendix E. By completing blocks 12, 17a, 30a, b, and c of the SF 1449 and signing the amendment, the offeror assents to the contract terms and conditions as written in the RFP, with attachments and exhibits.

Reference Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Paragraph (b)(12)1.d.

45) What rate base does SDDC use for LTL shipments?

RESPONSE: Shipment rates are maintained by SDDC. Their contact information is located on the following website: http://www.sddc.army.mil/Public/Support/Contacts

46) What FAK Class is specified for these rates? Most companies have a fixed FAK class that serves as a rate basis.

http://www.sddc.army.mil/Public/Support/Contacts

RESPONSE: Shipments are classified in Performance Work Statement (PWS) paragraph C.2.13. Excluded shipments are listed in Performance Work Statement (PWS) paragraph C.2.14 and Solicitation Amendment 0001.

47) Is there not a truckload component to the Surface Transportation Contract solicitation?

RESPONSE: The solicitation consists of a truckload and less-than-truckload requirement.

Reference Attachment 2 – STC Pricing Schedule.

48) We need your help on the break down of FAR 52.219-14 so that we can determine if we meet this requirement. How do you define personnel as it is used in this FAR. Please expanded what activities do you recognize when referencing contract performance in this FAR? How do you define cost (direct, indirect, etc.) as it is referenced in this FAR?

RESPONSE: By submission of an offer and execution of a contract, the Offeror/Contractor agrees that in performance of the contract in the case of a contract for Services, at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. Reference FAR Clause 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting.

49) I was on Tailored Transportation Contracts II (TTC II). Who should I send my Past Performance Survey to?

RESPONSE: The TTC II Contracting Officer. Reference Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Paragraph (b)(10).

50) What is the Schedule B?

RESPONSE: Schedule B consists of pages 3, 4 and 5 of the solicitation. Reference Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Paragraph (b)(12)4.

51) What is a DD Form 1907?

RESPONSE: Signature and Tally Record. Reference Performance Work Statement (PWS) paragraph C.3.41.