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M00264-14-R-0020 – GOVERNMENTS ANSWERS TO THE OFFEROR’S QUESTIONS
| Action Item # (Question #) |
| Question |
| Action Officer |
| 1. |
| Page 2, ITEM 0002 Brand Messaging – (Completion) CPFF includes Paid Media in the performance work statement and is cost type and completion. Page 6, ITEM 0010 Seed Media is firm fixed price. Seed media is the same as regular paid media. Why is paid media being treated differently on the two CLINs? |
| ANSWER: |
| Seed media is similar to regular paid media and can vary based on time of year media is actually purchased. The quantity will vary based on budgeted resources available in the preceding time period availability/cost of media. It is recommended that seed media also be treated as cost type and completion. |
| 2. |
| Page 9, C. 3.0 Applicable Policies and Guidance: Will the expense of DIACAP/NIST RMF accreditation for the advertising program, the required Federal hosting expenditure as well as upgrades and updates per direction of the Government be billable back to the government under this contract? |
| ANSWER: |
| Yes. The contractor would not otherwise incur these sorts of costs or certifications if not for having the government as a client. Previous recruitment advertising services contracts have allowed for this reimbursement as cost reimbursable expenses. |
| 3. |
| Page 9, C. 3.0, Applicable Policies and Guidance: The manuals CJCSI 6211.02B and CJCMS510.01 do not provide specific instructions to contractors. Can you please clarify what the contractor is to comply with in these manuals? |
Manual MARADMIN seems to address the government’s process for funding and receiving approval for purchasing IT. Can you please clarify what the contractor is to comply with in this manual?
| ANSWER: |
| We cannot further clarify applicable policies and guidance manuals that we do not own. The manual stands on its own, but keep in mind that these types of policies are living documents subject to change at any given time. In the event that the successful offeror believes that he has a claim, there are adequate clauses contained in the solicitation/contract that provides a mechanism by which the contractor could request equitable adjustments, submit a claim, etc. |
| 4. |
| Page 9, C. 3.0, Applicable Policies and Guidance states,“All IT resources that may be required shall comply with the following information assurance policies and guidance:” |
In a March 12 instruction (.pdf), DoD Chief Information Officer Teri Takai said that starting that same day, defense and military systems will henceforth go through the risk management framework (RMF) outlined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) rather than through the now-obsolete DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP). Does NIST RMF take precedence over DIACAP for this contract?
If a contractor is not currently DIACAP/NIST RMF compliant, how will the implementation be funded?
| ANSWER: |
| DIACAP is no longer the way to get programs accredited. However, HQUSMC C4 has not released guidance on how or when they will implement the new RMF guidelines. Until they release said guidance, packages will continue to be processed and approved via the DIACAP standard. |
| 5. |
| Page 9, C. 3.0, Applicable Policies and Guidance states, “All IT resources that may be required shall comply with the following information assurance policies and guidance:” |
If NIST RMF takes precedence, has a SISO (senior information security officer) been assigned to this contract to provide guidance and have further discussions with our respective staff?
| ANSWER: |
| No. an SISO has not been assigned. |
| 6. |
| Page 10, C. 4.0 General Requirements states, “The Contractor shall provide continuous support for MCRC Advertising as generally aligned with the percentage effort stipulated below: |
| Activity |
| Anticipated Percentage |
The scope of work associated with each of these tasks may vary by priority and volume throughout the performance period, although not substantially.”
Is the percent allocation above based on spend, volume, level of effort, etc.?
| ANSWER: |
| The above allocation represents a general historical view of the spend as a percentage of the total program and does not necessarily reflect the level of effort. For example, it is understood that web / digital properties may be more labor intensive for less overall cost than a purchase of media that may not require large volume of time to execute a large sum of money. |
| 7. |
| Page 10, C.5.0, Performance Metrics: Can MCRC confirm that the performance metrics will be mutually agreed upon by the parties? |
| ANSWER: |
| The contractor should clearly annotate in its response any deviations from the performance requirements. This will allow the government to review and potentially mutually agree. |
| 8. |
| Page 10, C.5.1 Brand Messaging states, “Awareness is measured and reported by the Joint Advertising Marketing and Research Studies (JAMRS) Office within the Office of the Secretary of Defense. JAMRS reports on each Service’s aided and unaided advertising awareness. The contractor shall leverage the Marine Corps Advertising Program as an effective tool to enhance USMC image, promote public awareness and support the recruiter. C.5.1.1 The contractor shall develop and execute a national advertising plan to generate awareness, collect sales leads, and produce sales support material.” |
Are these rates different among diversity groups’ (race and gender) criteria for evaluation?
| ANSWER: |
| The rates are not expected to be different among diversity groups and will be evaluated as a whole with the expectation that media is adequately delivered to each segment of the recruitable population. These segments may be evaluated on a smaller basis when determining message strategy and media delivery recommendations. |
| 9. |
| Page 11, C.5.2 Brand Messaging states, “Develop targeted lead generation products to influence an increasing number of qualified leads to recruiters as measured through delivery and conversion rates. Historically, lead generation efforts have delivered between 300,000 and 400,000 unique qualified leads that potentially could convert to contracts. Qualified leads represent age and education qualified candidates asking for more information and agreeing to meet with a recruiter. Conversion rates are a function of leads to enlistment/contracts.” |
How and to what extent will the following measures - qualified leads, contracts, and conversion rates – be used to evaluate success of this program?
How and to what extent are the cultural diversity of leads and contracts criteria for evaluation?
| ANSWER: |
| This will be addressed in the resulting, mutually agreed upon QASP at the time that each Task Order is awarded. |
| 10. |
| Page 11, C5.2.3 and 5.2.9: Other than any applicable US privacy laws in place (i.e. Privacy Act of 1974), can MCRC clarify any other government regulations that apply here? |
| ANSWER: |
| Beyond US privacy laws in place, contractors shall be prepared to adhere to all additional Government laws and regulations related to privacy such as DoD / USMC rules on Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, etc. |
| 11. |
| Page 11, C.5.2.7 Brand Relationship states, “The contractor shall develop and execute marketing and advertising programs to include the procurement of media in the multi-cultural markets including, but not limited to, Hispanic, African-American, Asian, and Arab markets.” |
Are there specific mission goals MCRC can provide to assist in developing plans aimed at appropriately targeting ethnic groups?
MCRC currently does not target Arab markets; will they require this moving forward?
| ANSWER: |
| MCRC will not develop mission goals to target ethnic groups to include Arab markets. It is the expectation that a contractor shall develop a recommendation and plan for the most efficient way to reach these audiences based on the mission priorities of a particular time. |
| 12. |
| Page 12, C.5.2.9 states, “All Information Technology (IT) support provided shall be state of the art, effective and comply with all Government regulations and information assurance requirements.” |
Does the IT system have to comply with the Defense Business Systems (DBS) Investment Management Process?
If so, would you please provide detailed instructions as to the requirements for this contract?
| ANSWER: |
| IT systems are required to comply with the Defense Business Systems Investment Management Process. This is a new process to the Marine Corps Recruiting Command. A set of detailed instructions is not available and will require close interaction with contractor and Government to achieve adherence to policies. |
| 13. |
| Page 12, C.5.3.1 Brand Activation states, “Provide compelling and effective recruiter support materials that assist recruiters in the sales process. Recruiter support materials are required to be compelling to the reader to ask for additional information and agree to interview with a recruiter. These products will be fielded and distributed based on the number of recruiters and the annual mission. For planning purposes there will be 3,000 Marine Corps Recruiters in FY15 with accessions of 40,000 new enlistments.” |
How will the effectiveness of these materials and success of these efforts be evaluated?
| ANSWER: |
| This will be addressed in the resulting, mutually agreed upon QASP at the time that each Task Order is awarded. |
| 14 |
| Page 12, C.5.3.8: Can MCRC confirm that inspection to ensure warranty compliance post acceptance under this provision means confirming that promotional materials are as ordered and approved by MCRC? |
| ANSWER: |
| This is the offeror’s responsibility. There are no warranties for which the government is contracting. As the prime contractor, the offeror is responsible for ensuring that all subcontractors (at all tier levels) provides the requirements set forth in the subcontract agreement. |
| 15. |
| Page 12, C.5.4.2 states, “The contractor shall conduct tactical planning, including product positioning, development of short and long range communications objectives, and determination of best media mix. The contractor’s proposed plan and mass media and advertising efforts will be consistent with the MCRC Campaign Plan, see Attachment 2.” |
Where is Attachment 2 located?
| ANSWER: |
| Will be released in this next amendment. |
| 16. |
| Page 13, 5.4.12: Can MCRC confirm that the management of intellectual property and legal compliance shall be handled jointly by both parties (contractor and MCRC) as is standard? |
| ANSWER: |
| Standard Industry Practice is not controlling here. In accordance with Solicitation Section C.5.4.12, the contractor is to accept stewardship for managing intellectual property and legal compliances, under MCRC supervision and direction, in full compliance with this section and all other relevant portions of the solicitation. |
| 17. |
| Page 15, C.5.5.8 states, “The contractor shall maintain, safeguard, and protect Call Center PII information based on current DoD and Department of Navy (DoN) rules and regulations. All electronic and hard copy data shall be protected throughout the call center process. The Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) compliance is not required upon award but must be pursued until obtained . . . The contractor shall ensure all necessary upgrades and updates are implemented to the call center process in accordance with emerging security requirements as dictated by best business practices or the direction of the Government, which takes precedence.” |
Will the expense of DIACAP/NIST RMF accreditation for the Call Center operation, the required Federal hosting expenditure as well as upgrades and updates per direction of the Government be billable back to the government under this contract?
Has a SISO (senior information security officer) been assigned to this contract to provide guidance and have further discussions with our respective staff?
| ANSWER: |
| Yes. The contractor would not otherwise incur these sorts of costs or certifications if not for having the government as a client. Previous recruitment advertising services contracts have allowed for this reimbursement as cost reimbursable expenses. |
No. A SISO has not been assigned.
| 18. |
| Page 15, C.7.1/Trademark and Copyrights: Can MCRC confirm that contractor shall assist MCRC in the trademark and copyrighting clearance process with MCRC legal handling trademark and copyright registration and making the ultimate decisions relating to use and registration as is standard in the industry? |
| ANSWER: |
| The Government expects the offeror to take the lead regarding trademark and copyright clearance and registration. The contractor will maintain the Government as the “Assignee” or “Owner” (as appropriate), and the offeror will coordinate with the government regarding “ultimate” decisions relating to use and registration. |
| 19. |
| Page 16, C.8.0 Meetings and Deliverables states, “The scheduling of all meetings and receipt of required deliverables will be coordinated with the assigned COR. A DD Form 1423 will be incorporated into the contract (Exhibit A).” |
Is there an Exhibit A, and where is it located?
| ANSWER: |
| The Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL’s) will be released in this next amendment. |
| 20. |
| Page 28, H.7.1 and 7.2 Talent Release: May standard exceptions to perpetual and unrestricted talent usage rights be granted licensing more limited usage with MCRC’s prior written permission for use of third party talent which is not a total buyout in accordance with restrictions of talent agreements since talent will often not provide such broad rights or they may be prohibitively expensive? |
| ANSWER: |
| Exceptions may be considered in cases described above but should not be considered for standard practice. |
| 21. |
| Page 28, H.9.1 World-Wide Music Performance Rights: May standard exceptions to worldwide unlimited music usage rights be made granting more limited usage with prior MCRC written permission for use of third party licensed music in accordance with music licenses since in many cases such broad rights either are not available or won’t be granted without being prohibitively expensive? |
| ANSWER: |
| Exceptions may be considered in cases described above but should not be considered for standard practice. |
| 22. |
| Page 29, H.12. Reproduction Materials: Can MCRC confirm that this provision is subject to the ownership provisions? |
| ANSWER: |
| This question is incomprehensible because the terms “ownership provisions” and “subject to” are undefined. All portions of the solicitation are read together so as to fully effectuate each portion and to not eliminate any portion of any other provision. The meaning of H.12 is clear on its face. |
| 23. |
| Page 29, H.13 DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION (Also see, C.6.6): There is no section C.6.6 in the solicitation document. Should we reference a different section instead? |
| ANSWER: |
| The referenced section should have read, “C.7.6.” |
| 24. |
| Page 29, H.14.2 Installation Access and Physical Security: May background checks be limited to certain key individuals (e.g. those spending significant amount of time on premises at the Marines and/ or having access to certain MCRC systems) rather than “all contractor employees performing work under this contract” (which would include, for example, computer programmers who will never set foot on a base to perform their work? |
In addition, can the government provide the requirements that must be met to satisfy eligibility and authorization to access installations?
| ANSWER: |
| The government believes that could be limited to a smaller group as described. The government would provide those requirements after award, as that is run out of completely separate offices. |
| 25. |
| Pg. 31, H.17 Continuation of Essential Contractor Services states, “This will be included as an attachment to Volume I-Technical Volume.” |
Pg. 69, L.7.1 states “…The requested plans volume information shall be provided in a separate volume (i.e., 3-ring binder) labeled…. Volume III – Part C: Essential Service Plan.”
Please confirm that the Essential Services Plan should be included only in Volume III – Plans: Part C – Essential Services Plan.
| ANSWER: |
| Yes. We confirm that Clause H.17 should read, “Continuation of Essential Contractor Services. All Offerors are required to include a written plan for the essential services identified, and to include at a minimum, the information detailed in DFAR provision 252.237-7024. This will be included as an attachment to Volume III - Technical Volume Plans: Part C – Essential Services Plan.” We will include the revised language in this subsequent amendment. |
| 26. |
| Page 32, H.20 Brand relationship/Brand Activation |
Please confirm if the tasks associated with “Brand Relationship” and “Brand Activation” are currently mis-categorized so we can ensure the Essential Services Plan meets the government’s expectations.
| ANSWER: |
| Corrected language is included in this subsequent amendment. |
| 27. |
| Page 33, Call Center, second paragraph states, “The contractor shall provide trained representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year…” |
However, Attachment 3, PWS Task Order 0001, page 6 paragraph 3, and page 14 of the solicitation, PWS IDIQ, states, “The contractor shall provided trained representatives from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. EST, 365 days a year…”
Please clarify the discrepancy between hours and against which the government would like the Offeror to plan and price.
| ANSWER: |
| Corrected language is included in this subsequent amendment. |
| 28. |
| Page 35, Account Management: “The contractor shall maintain an information technology system that allows for electronic communication and distribution of advertising plans, ongoing work, and initiatives between MCRC, contractor, and recruiting field representatives.” |
Is this system referring to the Advertising Portal and Online Advertising Resource/Digital Asset Manager mentioned elsewhere within this RFP, or is this information technology system referencing contractor’s day-to-day internal multi-client environment consisting of e-mail, messaging, files servers, etc., only directly accessible by contractor.
If this is a dedicated and isolated system, is funding for such a system including within this contract?
| ANSWER: |
| This system is referring to the Advertising Portal and Online Advertising Resource/Digital Asset Manager mentioned elsewhere within the RFP. Funding for maintenance of USMC specific needs shall be considered a cost reimbursable expense. |
| 29. |
| Page 35, Maintenance and Hosting for MCRC Web Properties states, “A critical component for both Brand Messaging and Brand Activation, as well as a primary call-to-action published and distributed to prospects via paid media, direct mail and collateral materials, it is critical that MCRC’s web properties, Marines.com and LifeAsAMarine.com, remain up and running 24/7.” |
When referring to “remain up and running 24/7” here and elsewhere within this RFP, do these items require a hot, warm and/or cold site? Does this refer to network uptime only (i.e. 99.999% uptime)? Is there an acceptable level of downtime for maintenance windows? Or will the requirement be further defined within the technical specifications of the applicable SOW to avoid confusion on either side and ensure the requirement does not prove to be cost prohibitive?
| ANSWER: |
| No acceptable level of downtime exists, but reasonable instances can be negotiated where advantageous to the government simultaneously supporting recruiter needs. It is the expectation that the site(s) be up and running 100% of the time using redundant systems where possible to eliminate downtime and risks. |
| 30. |
| Page 46, 52.244-2 SUBCONTRACTS (OCT 2010) (c) states, “If the Contractor does not have an approved purchasing system, consent to subcontract is required for any subcontract that – (1) Is of the cost-reimbursement, time-and-materials, or labor-hour type; or (2) Is fixed-price and exceeds (i) For a contract awarded by the Department of Defense, the Coast Guard, or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the greater of the simplified acquisition threshold or 5 percent of the total estimated cost of the contract.” |
The simplified acquisition threshold is $150,000. If the contract is more than $3,000,000, does this mean the threshold would be 5% of the total estimated cost of the contract rather than the $150,000? For example, if the total contract cost was estimated to be $4,000,000, the threshold for subcontract approval would be $200,000?
| ANSWER: |
| The clause speaks for itself. Please pay attention to the different exceptions which are dependent upon subcontract type (i.e., CPFF, FFP, etc.). |
| 31. |
| Page 60, L-3.1, Table L-1 indicates that one electronic copy is required for each volume-part. Further, page 61, L-3.2, last bullet states “CD ROMs (Business and Technical) with corresponding proposal material content and logically named files should be included with each volume.” |
We intend to submit four separate CD ROMs containing the contents relative to each volume. Is this consistent with the government's expectations?
| 32. |
| Page 62, Table L-3 indicates that the Management Approach, USMC MCRC Program Support, and the Purchasing System should be included in both Volumes IA (Technical for Basic IDIQ) and IB (Technical for Initial Task Order 0001). It seems these items would be redundant and are not necessary in Volume IB. Please clarify if these should be included in both volumes and, if so, what differences are expected within each volume. |
| ANSWER: |
| These items should be included in both volumes in case reviewed separately, but this should not count against the page limit in Volume 1B. |
| 33. |
| Depending on the answer to our above question, we are requesting confirmation that our intention to provide the government with four volumes of required information distributed across ten binders is consistent with the government's expectations and fulfills the government’s requirement. |
Volume IA Technical – Part A: Completed RFP / Executive Summary Volume IA Technical – Part B: Technical Capability Volume IB Technical – Part B: Technical Capability Volume IA Technical – Part C: Management Approach Volume IB Technical – Part C: Management Approach Volume IA Technical: Oral Presentation Materials Volume II: Past Performance Volume III: Plans Volume IVA: Business Volume Volume IVB: Business Volume
For Reference:
Page 60, L-3.1 Organization & Number of Copies/Page Limits states, "Proposals shall be submitted to the Government in four separate volumes as set forth in Table L-1."
Page 64, L-5.1 states "The requested Technical Volume information shall be provided in a separate volumes (i.e., four, 3-ring binders) labeled Volume IA Part B: Technical Capability, Volume IB Part B: Technical Capability, Volume IA Part C Management Approach and Volume IB – Part C Management Approach.”
Page 72, L-8.1 states, "The Business Volume shall be clearly marked as “IVA- Business Cost Proposal Volume (IDIQ BASIC)” and “IVB- Business Cost Proposal Volume (Initial Task Order 0001)” and all detailed information by cost element relating to costs and/or prices proposed must be included. Offerors will be required to submit two separate responses under the Business Volume: 1 (one) for the BASIC IDIQ and 1 (one) for the initial Task Order 0001.”
| ANSWER: |
| The instructions remain the same as what was released. |
| 34. |
| Page 63, L-4.1.1 Completed and signed RFP, fifth bullet point states, "Complete any applicable representations, certifications, etc. in Section K of the RFP." |
There does not seem to be a Section K. Is this bullet point meant to refer to Section I?
| ANSWER: |
| No. This was an oversight. SECTION K will be included in this subsequent amendment—all applicable information will be transferred from SECTION I to SECTION K. |
| 35. |
| Page 64, L-4.1.5 states, “Table of Contents and Compliance Matrix: (No page Limit) the offeror shall address those areas pertinent to the proposal’s material organization and providing traceability from the offeror’s proposal, to the Performance Work Statement (PWS), to the evaluation criteria, and to other solicitation sections as necessary.” |
Please provide additional context and clarification of the format requested.
| ANSWER: |
| There are no formal format requirements. It’s up to the offeror to develop a comprehensive Table of Contents and Compliance Matrix. |
| 36. |
| Pages 64-65, L-5.2 Factor 1 states, “Each Offeror shall provide a written Microsoft Power Point presentation describing their marketing plan/strategy and core capabilities as an Advertising Contractor.” |
Is the written technical proposal to be submitted in a Power Point or a Word document?
| ANSWER: |
| No. Please see the revised language that is in the amended solicitation. |
| 37. |
| Page 67, L-6.1 Factor 2: Past Performance states, “The offeror shall provide a minimum of three each past performance reference for the prime contractor. For each subcontractor/Teaming Partner included in the offeror’s proposal, a minimum of three of their most recent and relevant contracts shall also be included as well…” |
It is our intention to provide one past performance reference that includes the same prime contractor and subcontractors/Teaming Partners for the proposed contract. Will this one reference count toward one of the three required references for the subcontractors/Teaming Partners? Or, shall we provide three additional references for each subcontractor/Teaming Partner that is not the same reference as the prime contractor?
| ANSWER: |
| No. We want three additional references. |
| 38. |
| Page 67, L-6.1.1 states, “A summary page shall be provided describing the role of the offeror and each Teaming Partner, if applicable (nature of work, criticality of work, and percentage of overall work.)” |
Is “percentage of overall work” the percentage of work that the prime contractor or Teaming Partner performed on the contract?
| ANSWER: |
| The percentage of work that the teaming partner performed on the contract. |
| 39. |
| Page 67, L-6.1.2. Is the 10-page limit for the Past Performance volume expected to include items a-j for each of the references? |
| 40. |
| Attachment 3, Past Performance Questionnaire Template states, “Sections I through III are to be completed by the Offeror/Major Subcontractor and provided to the assessor (Government personnel who had experience with the Offeror/Major Subcontractor on a previous relevant contract).” |
Is the reference required to be a government contract? If no, then should we substitute the term “government personnel” with the main client liaison responsible for the contract?
| ANSWER: |
| The reference should be government personnel on a government contract. “Government personnel” as described above is adequate. |
| 41. |
| Page 72, L-8.2 IVA Business Cost Proposal Volume (IDIQ Basic) |
Are the only costs to be provided labor rates, indirect rates, and fee? Do hours need to be included and priced? Do other direct costs, subcontracts, and travel cost need to be estimated?
| ANSWER: |
| No, hours and ODC’s, subcontracts and travel are not to be included under the basic contract. The basic contract instructions are clear that the offeror must include, “ALL proposed labor categories (include a definition of each category) intended for program level support; unburdened and labor overhead rates for each labor category by each ordering period (include escalation factor for any and all ordering periods, if proposed); ALL proposed indirect rates and the base to which they are applied; and Profit/fee.” |
| 42. |
| Page 72, L-8.2 IVA – Business Cost Proposal Volume (IDIQ Basic) states, “The successful offeror’s proposed direct and indirect rates shall be used for all subsequent Task Orders throughout the five-year ordering period that are issued against the basic IDIQ”. |
Will these rates be used for pricing task orders only? Will the contractor be able to bill at actual cost?
| ANSWER: |
| The successful offeror’s proposed direct and indirect rates shall be used for all subsequent Task Orders throughout the five-year ordering period (same principle as a forward pricing rate agreement). As for billing, the offeror should be consistent with its disclosure statement as well as all regulatory and statutory guidelines. |
| 43. |
| Page 72, L-8.2 IVA – Business Cost Proposal Volume (IDIQ BASIC) states, “Proposal shall be in Microsoft EXCEL format and include all arithmetic formulas and shall provide details for each of the five ordering periods.” |
Can the price proposal include written narrative in Word or PDF format?
| ANSWER: |
| Yes. The instructions will be amended to include language that asks the offeror to include a business narrative defining all relied upon assumptions and the narrative shall be prepared in Microsoft Word or PDF format. |
| 44. |
| Page 78, M-3 EVALUATION FOR AWARD – FOR ADVERITSING SERVICES |
Where do the Oral Presentation Materials fit into the evaluation criteria? Is it included within the Technical Capability? Further, is the Oral Presentation document evaluated as a stand-alone document? Or, is the presentation evaluated itself?
| ANSWER: |
| No. the presentation is not evaluated as a stand-alone document. The oral presentation is all part of Evaluation Factor 1: Technical Capability. See M.3.1. |
| 45. |
| Pages 85-86, M-3.4.1 Cost and/or Price for the BASIC IDIQ CONTRACT paragraph 1 states, “The cost and/or price factor for the entire five-year ordering period (including the period up to six months in accordance with FAR 52.217-8) will be evaluated…” Page 72, L-8.2 IVA – Business Cost Proposal Volume (IDIQ BASIC) states, “Proposal shall be in Microsoft EXCEL format and include all arithmetic formulas and shall provide details for each of the five ordering periods.” |
Should the proposal include pricing for five years and six months or just five years?
| ANSWER: |
| Please price the six-month continuation of services option period applying the same instructions that are given for the Basic Contract. |
| 46. |
| Page 86, M-3.4.1 Cost and/or Price for Initial Task Order 0001 paragraph 1 states, “The cost and/or price factor for the entire five year ordering period (including the period up to six months in accordance with FAR 52.217-8) will be evaluated…” |
Is the requirement for the pricing of Task Order 0001 for a one-year period or the whole five-year ordering period or five-year and six-month period?
| ANSWER: |
| It is recommended that only pricing of Task Order 0001 (a one-year period) be required, as this is the likely standard by which task orders will be issued. It further represents that furthest point forward that MCRC could potentially predict and evaluate a requirement. |
| 47. |
| What is the estimated budget for the initial Task Order 0001? |
| ANSWER: |
| The anticipated budget amount for the initial Task Order 0001 is approximately $68,000,000. |
| 48. |
| What is the estimated budget for the 5-year ordering period? |
| ANSWER: |
| Historically, the average budget for a five-year contract is approximately $700,000,000. |
| 49. |
| Would it be useful to the government to receive an addendum volume that includes items such as our corporate policies and procedures? |
| ANSWER: |
| Please see government answer to Question #43 (corporate policies and procedures may be included in the business narrative. |
| 50. |
| Is Task Order 0001 expected to be your FY15 task of deliverables, or is it just for a cost comparison? |
| ANSWER: |
| Task Order 0001 is the initial Task Order that will be issued against the Basic IDIQ contract. |
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