Attachment 5 - Technical Worksheet_Bremerhaven TC.docx

RFQ HTC71126QE118 Attachment 5 – Technical Worksheet

Source Selection Information – See FAR 2.101 and 3.104 (When Filled-in, this Document becomes CUI//SP-SSEL)

Source Selection Information – See FAR 2.101 and 3.104 (When Filled-in, this Document becomes CUI//SP-SSEL)

Attachment 5: Technical Worksheet

Request for Quotation: HTC71126QE118

** Submission Rules & Instructions: **

1. Basis for Responses: All Quoter responses within this Technical Worksheet must be based on the requirements outlined in Attachment 1, Performance Work Statement (PWS). Quoters shall assume the Government has no prior knowledge of their company's experience.

2. Substantive Responses Required: Quoters shall not simply rephrase or restate the Government's requirements. They must provide clear and convincing rationale demonstrating how they intend to meet the minimum requirements identified in the PWS. Responses that merely paraphrase the PWS, provide flowcharts listing PWS activities without explanation, or use generic phrases like "standard procedures will be employed" without detailed descriptions will be considered unacceptable.

3. Page Limit for Technical Evaluation: The Quoter's written technical response within this Worksheet shall not exceed 20 pages. This limit applies to all narrative and descriptive content provided for evaluation, including appendices, annexes, figures, and tables directly supporting the written response. Content exceeding this 20-page limit will be removed before evaluation.

4. Attachment Instructions: Attachments must be listed in the Technical Worksheet Attachment Section and shall be clearly referenced in the Technical Worksheet responses. Each attachment must be clearly labeled and include a brief description of its purpose. The Government will not accept any individual attachments that are unrelated to the Technical Evaluation response. Offerors are not permitted to provide additional evaluation content in this section.

5. Exclusions from Page Limit: The following content will not be subjected to the page limit:

· Cover Sheet

· Table of Contents

· Government-provided Instruction Page(s)

· Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Photographs

· HAZMAT Certification

· Signed self-certified letters

· Business Licenses

· Work Permits

6. Foreign Language Documents: Quoters must provide certified English translations for any supporting document issued in a language other than English (e.g., port certifications, licenses, permits). Documents shall be clearly titled and/or marked to allow easy identification of the original document and its corresponding English translation.

NOTE** Failure to complete this document in its entirety or attach requested documents may result in an Quoter being ineligible for award.

RATINGS:

*An “unacceptable” rating on any question below will result in an overall “unacceptable” Technical Worksheet rating.

The Government will evaluate the Quoter’s technical approach to determine if the Quoter submitted a sound approach for accomplishing the PWS task areas identified below:

Quoter Name:

1. Labor

Please describe your company’s ability to provide qualified and appropriate labor types necessary to meet the Government’s port support needs and required productivity. Include in your response how this labor will be utilized to provide flexible start times, operate multiple work sites, and transition to contingency operations, maintaining work schedules 24/7 as outlined in the PWS. (Ref PWS – 3, 4, 5, & 6)

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2. Tallying and Checking – Cargo Handling Procedures

Please describe your company’s experience and ability for the following (Ref PWS 5):

1. Tallying & Checking cargo accuracy and recording, maintaining a precise record of cargo unit quantity as cargo is being handled/managed for port clearance.

2. Cargo Verification - Comparing physical counts against shipping documents (Bill of Lading, Mate’s Receipt) to ensure consistency. Identifying and documenting cargo overages or shortages. Cargo overage shall be defined as any cargo that arrives at the port but is not listed on the manifest or shipping papers. Conversely, a cargo shortage shall be defined as any cargo that is indicated on the manifest or shipping papers but does not arrive to the port.

3. Cargo Condition Check - Visually inspecting cargo for damage, pest infestation, and agricultural clearance concerns.

4. Cargo Markings & Labels - Verifying cargo markings and labels to ensure shipping accuracy and HAZMAT designation.

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3. Port Access.

Provide proof of a valid and current business license or work permit for the prime and/or subcontractors issued by the applicable Host Nation as evidence to legally work at all named ports within the PWS. (Ref PWS 4)

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Technical Worksheet Attachments:

Please list applicable Technical Worksheet attachments using the submitted naming convention below: