Questions and Answers - R2.pdf

QUESTION

DATE

RECEIVED

PROSPECTIVE VENDOR'S QUESTION DATE OF REPLY GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE AMEND RFP?

1 10-Jun-26 Is Past Performance being evaluated as a separate factor under this solicitation? 10-Jun-26

No, past performance is not being evaluated as a separate factor under this solicitation. In fact, past performance will not be evaluated at all as part of the proposal review process.

No

2 10-Jun-26 If Past Performance is being evaluated, can the

Government please identify the applicable evaluation criteria and any submission requirements?

10-Jun-26 N/A No

3 10-Jun-26

If Past Performance is not being evaluated as a separate factor, can the Government confirm that offerors are not required to submit past performance references or supporting past performance documentation beyond what may be included within the Technical Worksheet responses?

10-Jun-26 Since past performance is not being evaluated, offerors are not required to submit past performance. No

4 17-Jun-26

Schedule 9 requests per-trip rates for a tractor with a lowbed trailer across several one-way distance bands.

However, the Schedule does not specify the standard cargo weight, cargo dimensions, trailer capacity, axle configuration, or whether the cargo should be assumed to fall within normal legal road limits. For the purpose of preparing consistent unit rates, please confirm: a. The standard payload capacity, dimensional limits, and lowbed trailer configuration that offerors should assume when preparing these rates; and

b. Whether the standard per-trip rates should be based on cargo falling within normal legal road limits. Where an individual movement involves oversize or overweight cargo requiring special permits, escorts, route surveys, additional axles, specialised trailers, or other exceptional arrangements, please clarify how these additional requirements will be ordered and compensated.

16-Jul-26

The Government does not specify a standard payload capacity, dimensional limit, or trailer configuration for the base per-trip rates. Offerors are expected to propose rates for a general-purpose lowbed trailer suitable for the transportation of standard vehicles and cargo as defined within the solicitation's vehicle category definitions (Light, Medium, Heavy). The per-trip rates in Schedule 9 should be based on cargo falling within normal legal road limits for the area of operation. Requirements for oversize or overweight cargo that necessitate special permits, escorts, route surveys, specialized trailers, or other exceptional arrangements are considered outside the scope of the standard per-trip rates. These services may be ordered under Schedule 8, "Miscellaneous," as an "Out-of-Pocket Expense" as mission requirements dictate.

No

5 17-Jun-26

In the APJ tab of Attachment 2, the following lowbed trailer entries repeat Line-Item Numbers 269 through 273, which are already assigned to the 40-foot flatbed trailer entries:

• Lowbed Trailer – 101 to 500 kilometres;

Please confirm the correct line-item numbers for these lowbed trailer entries and advise whether a corrected

Schedule of Rates workbook will be issued.

23-Jun-26 Please see updated SOR. Yes

6 18-Jun-26

Attachment 2 provides one unit rate for each ISO container service under the APJ tab, identified as “All

Ports Jordan.”

However, ISO containers may potentially be handled at Aqaba Container Terminal when arriving on a dedicated container vessel, or at Aqaba Main Port when arriving on a multipurpose vessel carrying both containers and general cargo. Different published tariffs may apply depending on the terminal and vessel operation.

For the purpose of preparing consistent unit rates, please confirm whether offerors should:

a. Base the ISO container rates on the Aqaba Container Terminal tariff;

regardless of which Jordanian port or terminal performs the service.

If one rate must apply to all locations, please clarify whether offerors should incorporate the different location-specific tariff costs into that single unit rate.

23-Jun-26 Submit one fully burdened unit rate that will apply regardless of which Jordanian port or terminal performs the service. No

SOLICITATION Q&A LOG

HTC71126RE136 Jordan S&RTS

UPDATED: 17 July 2026

7 18-Jun-26

The Performance Work Statement identifies the Royal Jordanian Naval Base as a place of performance.

However, Attachment 2 does not include a separate pricing schedule or location-specific rate column for services performed at that facility.

Please confirm whether the unit rates entered in the APJ “All Ports Jordan” pricing sheet must also apply to services performed at the Royal Jordanian Naval Base.

If separate or location-specific charges apply at the Royal Jordanian Naval Base, please clarify how offerors should reflect those charges in Attachment 2.

23-Jun-26 Proposed unit prices shall be entered for all locations in the PWS. No

8 18-Jun-26

Schedule 10 requests hourly rates for:

• Line Item 279 – Fire Truck with Operators; and

• Line Item 281 – Ambulance with Operator and Medics.

Please confirm whether these services are intended solely for on-site standby and emergency support at the port, terminal, naval base, air base, or other cargo-operation location where the service is ordered.

Please also confirm:

a. Whether the vehicles may be required to operate or respond outside the designated cargo-operation facility;

and

b. Whether the hourly billing period begins when the vehicle arrives at the requested location, or whether mobilisation, demobilisation, and travel time should be included in the proposed hourly rate.

Further to our clarification email below, UCIG respectfully submits the following additional questions concerning Attachment 2 – Schedule of Rates. These questions are separate from those submitted previously.

23-Jun-26

These services are requested during vessel operations at the berth and are designated for emergency use. They are part of overall port operations and may be redirected to support other emergencies within the port. The hourly rate begins once the services are ordered and arrive at the specified location within the port.

No

9 22-Jun-26

For Line Item 282, Customs Import/Export Clearance, the unit of measure is stated as EA (Each).

For consistent pricing and invoicing purposes, please clarify what constitutes one “Each.” Should the service be priced:

• Per customs declaration or customs entry

• Per completed customs clearance transaction, regardless of the number of cargo units covered by the same declaration?

For example, where several containers or vehicles are covered under one customs declaration, please confirm whether this would be treated as one “Each” or multiple units.

Please also confirm whether the same unit rate should apply to both import and export clearance services.

23-Jun-26 EA (each) is per container, vehicle, or piece. The unit rates will apply to both import and export clearance services. No

10 24-Jun-26

For purposes of demonstrating compliance with the port access requirement, will the Government consider a valid Jordanian business registration, commercial license, and applicable maritime licenses as acceptable evidence at proposal submission, or are offerors required to possess and submit specific Aqaba Special

Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) registrations, permits, or port operating authorizations at the time of proposal submission?

24-Jun-26 A valid Jordanian business registration, commercial license, and applicable maritime licenses as acceptable evidence at proposal submission.

No

11 24-Jun-26

The solicitation requires proof of current HAZMAT certification or a signed self-certified letter stating that at least two proposed personnel are trained and tested in handling hazardous materials in accordance with 49 CFR 172.702 or Host Nation equivalent. Will the

Government accept current IATA Dangerous Goods certifications, IMDG Code training certifications, or equivalent Host Nation hazardous material training as meeting this requirement?

24-Jun-26

The Government will not accept the IATA Dangerous Goods certification; however, the Government will accept current HAZMAT certification, a signed self-certified letter, IMDG Code training certifications, or equivalent Host Nation HAZMAT training certifications.

No

12 24-Jun-26

The Technical Worksheet requires offerors to demonstrate the ability to provide ramps with a capacity up to 70 tons (72,574 Kgs) and heavy tow capability for vehicles up to 150,000 lbs (68,039 Kgs). Is ownership of these assets required at the time of proposal submission, or is demonstration of access through subcontractors, equipment suppliers, rental providers, or teaming partners acceptable?

24-Jun-26

Clean and convincing rationale demonstrating access through subcontractors, equipment suppliers, rental providers, or teaming partners will be considered acceptable.

No

13 15-Jul-26

Has the Government identified any performance challenges, lessons learned, or areas for improvement from the current contract that offerors should specifically address in their technical approach?

16-Jul-26

The Government does not provide advice on how to construct a proposal. Offerors are expected to develop and propose their own technical approach to successfully meet all requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

No

14 15-Jul-26

Compared to the current contract, does the Government anticipate any significant increase or decrease in cargo volumes, vessel traffic, service frequency, or overall workload during the upcoming ordering period?

16-Jul-26 Offerors should base their proposals on the estimated quantities provided in the solicitation pricing schedule. No

15 15-Jul-26

Are there any anticipated operational changes, mission requirements, or strategic initiatives that may materially affect contract performance over the life of this contract?

16-Jul-26 All known requirements and anticipated operational parameters are defined in the PWS. No

16 15-Jul-26

Can the Government provide any historical ordering information, such as approximate annual vessel calls, labor hours, cargo volumes, or other workload metrics under the incumbent contract?

16-Jul-26 Historical data is not indicative of future requirements. No

17 15-Jul-26 Which Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) have historically represented the largest share of the work performed?

16-Jul-26 The Government does not provide historical CLIN usage data to aid in proposal development. Offerors should price all CLINs according to the estimated quantities provided.

No

18 15-Jul-26 Were there any CLINs that were rarely utilized or never ordered under the incumbent contract? 16-Jul-26 See response to Q5. Historical ordering patterns do not guarantee future usage. No

19 15-Jul-26

Has the Government observed any significant seasonal fluctuations or recurring workload trends that offerors should consider when preparing staffing plans and pricing?

16-Jul-26 Offerors are expected to possess the industry expertise necessary to anticipate and manage workload fluctuations as described in the PWS.

No

20 15-Jul-26 Does the Government anticipate any changes to the expected staffing levels or labor mix compared to the current contract?

16-Jul-26

The Government specifies the performance outcomes in the PWS, not the staffing plan. Offerors are responsible for proposing the appropriate staffing levels and labor mix required to successfully meet all performance objectives.

No

21 15-Jul-26 Which performance metrics have historically proven to be the most challenging for contractors to consistently achieve?

16-Jul-26 We do not provide assessments of historical performance challenges. No

22 15-Jul-26

From the Government's perspective, what characteristics distinguish an exceptional contractor from one that simply meets the minimum contract requirements?

16-Jul-26 The Government does not provide this information. No

23 15-Jul-26 Are there any transition risks or operational concerns the Government recommends offerors specifically address within their transition plans?

16-Jul-26 The Government is not aware of any transition risks or operational concerns. No

24 15-Jul-26

Does the incumbent contractor currently provide all required equipment, or does the Government anticipate any additional equipment or infrastructure requirements during contract performance?

16-Jul-26 The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary equipment, materials, and infrastructure to meet PWS requirements.

No

25 15-Jul-26

Does the Government have any concerns regarding the use of qualified local Jordanian subcontractors, provided the prime contractor maintains full responsibility for contract performance, contract compliance, quality control, and contract administration?

16-Jul-26

The Government does not restrict the use of qualified subcontractors unless otherwise specified in the solicitation.

The prime contractor must adhere to all FAR/DFARS clauses regarding subcontracting and remains fully responsible for contract performance.

No

26 15-Jul-26 Will the Government evaluate price realism in addition to price reasonableness as part of the source selection process?

16-Jul-26 Please refer to Section M of the solicitation for the exact evaluation criteria, which details how price will be evaluated. No

27 15-Jul-26

Have there been any significant changes in market conditions, labor availability, or other economic factors that the Government believes offerors should consider when developing their pricing?

16-Jul-26 Offerors are expected to conduct their own market research and propose competitive pricing based on current and projected market conditions.

No

28 15-Jul-26

In the event of significant market disruptions or extraordinary economic conditions beyond the contractor's control, does the contract provide any mechanism for equitable adjustment or price reconsideration during the ordering period?

16-Jul-26

The contract will be administered in accordance with all applicable FAR and DFARS clauses included in the solicitation. Offerors must review the solicitation to determine the specific clauses governing adjustments.

No

29 15-Jul-26

Should substantial changes occur in labor rates, port operating costs, government regulations, shipping conditions, or other market factors affecting contract performance, would the Government consider requests for equitable adjustment in accordance with the applicable contract clauses and the Federal Acquisition

Regulation (FAR)?

16-Jul-26 See response to Q28. The Government is not considering requests for adjustment. No

30 15-Jul-26

Are there any Economic Price Adjustment (EPA), Changes, or other contract provisions included within this solicitation that would allow contract pricing to be adjusted in response to extraordinary and unforeseen market conditions?

16-Jul-26 See response to Q28. The solicitation does not have any EPA Clauses or Provisions. No

31 15-Jul-26

If significant geopolitical events, regional instability, or operational changes materially increase the

Government's requirements during the contract period, does the Government anticipate addressing those additional requirements through modifications to this contract, or would they likely be procured under separate contracting actions?

16-Jul-26 The Government will determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for out-of-scope or emergent requirements at the time they occur, in accordance with the FAR.

No

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