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14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFPX

PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD

ADAM CATANESE

FUEL SECURITY OFFICE, C1124

KITTERY ME 03904

TEL: (207) 438-1176 FAX:

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TEL: 910-451-3096 SERVICE-DISABLED

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$47,000,000

NAICS:

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M6700125Q1095

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 50 Each PNSY Meals - Breakfast

FFP

The vendor shall provide Essential Dining Catering Service/Meal Delivery to fifty

(50) personnel and all necessary management, labor, equipment, tools, and supplies—including but not limited to containers, utensils, cups, napkins, condiments, and other disposable items (paper or plastic products)—required to prepare and deliver meals at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). All services and materials must be provided in accordance with the specifications and standards outlined in this contract FOB: Destination

PSC CD: S203

NET AMT

0002 50 Each PNSY Meals - Lunch

FFP

The vendor shall provide Essential Dining Catering Service/Meal Delivery to fifty

(50) personnel and all necessary management, labor, equipment, tools, and supplies—including but not limited to containers, utensils, cups, napkins, condiments, and other disposable items (paper or plastic products)—required to prepare and deliver meals at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). All services and materials must be provided in accordance with the specifications and standards outlined in this contract

0003 50 Each PNSY Meals - Dinner

FFP

The vendor shall provide Essential Dining Catering Service/Meal Delivery to fifty

(50) personnel and all necessary management, labor, equipment, tools, and supplies—including but not limited to containers, utensils, cups, napkins, condiments, and other disposable items (paper or plastic products)—required to prepare and deliver meals at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). All services and materials must be provided in accordance with the specifications and standards outlined in this contract

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Performance Work Statement for Catering Services on board Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Kittery Maine

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1. GENERAL – The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the preparation and delivery of catered meals in support of the United States Marine Corps aboard Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine. The contractor shall be responsible for preparing meals at their own facility and delivering them to the specified location and time as indicated in the contract. During transit, all food must be maintained at appropriate and safe temperatures in accordance with applicable food safety standards.

1.2. SCOPE – The vendor shall provide Essential Dining Catering Service/Meal Delivery to fifty (50) personnel and all necessary management, labor, equipment, tools, and supplies—including but not limited to containers, utensils, cups, napkins, condiments, and other disposable items (paper or plastic products)— required to prepare and deliver meals at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). All services and materials must be provided in accordance with the specifications and standards outlined in this contract.

1.3. LOCATION - Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY)—located on Seavey’s Island, Kittery, Maine.

1.4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE – Shall be from on or about September 1, 2025, through November 1, 2025, with the option to extend for an additional 45 days if deemed necessary by the Government.

2. GOALS

2.1. Provide high-quality meals that meet the nutritional requirements.

2.2. Provide high-quality service.

2.3. Provide meals in a timely fashion

2.4. Provide capable and responsive management.

2.5. Provide Meals and Incidentals Expenses (M&IE) without exceeding General Services Administration

(GSA) per diem M&IE authorizations per person/per day for Kittery, Maine.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1. FOOD SAFTEY – The vendor is required to ensure that all food preparation, handling, storage, transportation, and service are conducted in strict compliance with applicable federal, state, and local food safety regulations, as well as Department of Defense (DoD) and installation-specific requirements. All water used for food preparation shall be potable and be deemed for human consumption.

3.1.1. Regulatory Compliance

• Food service operations shall adhere to the Tri-Service Food Code (TSFC), the FDA Food Code, and any applicable DoD instructions governing food safety and sanitation.

• The contractor must comply with local and state health department regulations in the jurisdiction where food is prepared.

3.1.2. Food Preparation and Handling

• Food must be prepared in a licensed, commercial-grade kitchen that is regularly inspected and certified by the appropriate health authority.

• All personnel involved in food preparation and service must hold a valid food handler’s certification from an accredited program (e.g., ServSafe).

• Proper hygiene and sanitation practices (e.g., frequent handwashing, surface disinfection, pest control) must be maintained at all times.

3.1.3. Temperature Control

• Hot foods must be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above. Cold foods must be maintained at 41°F

(5°C) or below.

• Food temperatures must be monitored and logged during preparation, transport, and service to ensure compliance.

3.1.4. Transportation Requirements

• Meals shall be transported in sanitized, enclosed, and insulated containers or vehicles that maintain required temperature controls.

• Deliveries must be made within a timeframe that prevents spoilage or temperature deviation.

3.1.5. Allergen Management and Dietary Restriction

• All food items must be clearly labeled to identify the presence of common allergens (e.g., nuts, dairy, gluten, shellfish).

• The contractor shall accommodate special dietary requirements (e.g., vegetarian, halal, kosher, or medically necessary diets) when requested and documented in the contract.

3.1.6. Documentation and Recordkeeping

• The contractor shall maintain records of food sourcing and ingredient lists, temperature logs for all stages of food handling, personnel training and certification records, kitchen inspection and sanitation reports, and must be made available to the Government upon request.

3.2. EQUIPMENT – The contractor shall furnish all equipment that may be required for the safe preservation, serving, storage, and disposal of all food and non-food items as indicated in the PWS.

3.3. MENU GUIDELINES– The contract must adhere to the approved menu plan. The menu shall be reviewed and approved at least seven (7) days but no later than forty-eight (48) hours from each delivery day to the Government Representative and approved by both parties. Notification of any changes to the approved menu plan by either party must be submitted at least forty-eight hours in advance and approved by both parties.

3.3.1. Meals and Beverages– The contractor shall provide three (3) meals per day per person (breakfast, lunch and dinner) to include a variety of menu options at each meal, including, but not limited to, a vegetarian selection that contains no meat or poultry, unless otherwise determined unnecessary by the Government Representative. Meals shall include a diverse range of offerings such as soups, gravies, sauces, meats, fish, poultry, pasta, baked goods (including breads, bagels, pies, cakes, pastries, etc.), raw and cooked fruits and vegetables (which must be thoroughly washed and disinfected prior to processing), as well as individual beverages that shall be provided for each meal and should consist of at least 1 bottle of water and 1 non-soda type beverage (i.e., Gatorade, Smart Water, apple/orange juice, etc.). The customer and contractor may adjust the delivery quantity as necessary to prevent excessive accumulation.

• The vendor will ensure protein quantities are sufficient, equating to 4-6 Oz preserving and have a calorie count of approximately 850 calories count per meal totaling a minimum calorie count of at least 2,500 per day.

• The vendor shall provide coffee for use in restaurant-style Bunn pour-over coffee brewers capable of accommodating up to 50 personnel. The contractor shall supply all necessary accessories, including but not limited to caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, filters, creamers, sugar, stirrers, and related items, to support continuous coffee service throughout the entire day.

• The vendor may provide a limited selection of individually packaged bulk snacks, such as granola bars, nuts, crackers, and similar items, to serve as convenient supplements between meals.

4. LOGISTICS

4.1. DELIVERY AND TIMES

• Meal delivery times are subject to minor adjustments and must be mutually agreed upon by both parties.

4.2. SITE SURVEY

• The contractor will have an opportunity to conduct a site visit prior to execution to determine the most appropriate delivery method, assess facility accommodations for storage, and other catering industry considerations.

5. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

5.1. SITE ACCESS

5.1.1. All personnel assigned by the contractor to perform work or conduct site visits must be U.S. citizens.

The contractor’s company manager is required to submit a visit request that includes the full name, nationality, date of birth, and Social Security Number of each individual requiring access to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). Visit requests should be submitted in the form of a letter on company letterhead, signed by the company security manager or an authorized company representative. Requests may be faxed to the Pass and ID Office at (207) 438-2669 or emailed to

PNSDBIDS@US.NAVY.MIL

5.1.2. Criminal history checks and verification of the information provided will be conducted. Any falsification of information or adverse criminal history may result in denial of unescorted or general access to the Shipyard.

5.1.3. For contractors requiring short-term access, the PNSY sponsor must submit a NAVSEA Local Visit Request through the PNSY homepage.

5.1.4. If employees do not have a government issued contractor CAC which will allow access to the base, a SECNAV 5512/1 will need to be filled out and brought in with them to Pass & ID in order for the individual to be vetted and granted a (DBIDS) Defense Biometric Identification System pass or credential to allow access to the base.

5.1.5. Personnel must provide two forms of ID. One of which must prove U.S. citizenship in order to access the NAVSEA Controlled Industrial Area (CIA) or any other NAVSEA spaces (a valid “REAL ID” driver’s license, passport, birth certificate or government CAC). All documents must be active as no expired documents will be accepted.

5.2. BADGE CRITERIA

5.2.1. Green badges/Standard Access Control Badge (SACB) will be issued to contractors who are verified

U.S. citizens, have a shipyard sponsor and a verified need to provide a service or perform work at PNSY. These badges provide unescorted access to the CIA, excluding Nuclear Work Area’s (NWA’s), Controlled Nuclear Information Areas (CNIA’s), Security Islands (SI’s) and Other Sensitive Areas (OSA)

5.2.2. The SACB is U.S. Government property, and it must be protected and returned to Pass & ID office or Code 1120 Security Department upon termination of employment, completion of work, service performed, expiration of contract or no longer a need to enter NAVSEA controlled spaces.

5.2.3. The SACB will be displayed at the chest level area of the outer clothing with the picture side visible at all times.

5.2.4. No objects, pins or stickers can be attached to the badge. If the badge becomes faded, damaged or illegible for any reason the bearer will report to the Pass & ID office for a new badge.

5.3. CAMERA-ENABLED DEVICES AND RECORDING

Day Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Monday – Friday 0700 1200 1700

Saturday and Sunday 0700 1200 1700

Holidays 0700 1200 1700 mailto:PNSDBIDS@US.NAVY.MIL

5.3.1. Camera-enabled devices of any kind, including cell phones, laptops, and tablets, are not prohibited inside the CIA. However, all photography, video and audio recording are prohibited inside the CIA.

Laptops with or without cameras must be registered with the Security Office before entering the CIA.

5.4. VEHICLES

5.4.1. All contractor vehicles are subject to inspection prior to allowing entry onto this installation.

5.4.2. Contractor vehicles may enter the CIA through the open CIA vehicle gate. Personal vehicles are precluded from entry. CIA access by Contractor vehicles will be kept to the absolute minimum necessary to accomplish the contracted work. All contractor vehicles must meet the following:

5.4.3. Possess a valid vehicle registration showing the vehicle is a company owned or leased vehicle, or rental vehicle rented by the company; a valid state safety inspection as required by the state of registration and an inspection pass from Commercial Vehicle Inspections Station (CVIS) located at the main gate.

5.4.4. Contractor logo should be located on both sides of the vehicle and either painted on or magnetic sign.

Paper or cardboard signs are not authorized. Lettering must be minimum of 2-inch font and displayed in a manner that is clearly visible.

5.4.5. Contractor vehicles will be authorized access to the CIA to deliver contractor equipment to the work site. The use of these vehicles solely for the transport of personnel is not authorized.

5.4.6. CIA inspection passes will be issued to a contractor vehicle meeting the above criteria. CIA passes will have an expiration date, time and initials of the issuing officer. From the time of issue, the contractor vehicle must enter the CIA within 7-minutes from the time issued. Any contractor attempting to access the CIA after the 7-minute time window will be denied entry and directed back to CVIS for re-inspection.

6. PERFORMANCE REPORTING

6.1. Corrective Action Reports (CAR)

6.1.1. Should any deficiencies be identified, the Government Representative will document them in a Corrective Action Report (CAR) and promptly provide it to the contractor for immediate corrective action.

6.2. Customer Complaint Form

6.2.1. The Government Representative may review and consider feedback submitted by United States

Marine Corps personnel to monitor service quality and address any concerns.

6.3. Performance Assessment Report (PAR)

6.3.1. Upon completion of the contract period, the Government Representative will prepare and submit a comprehensive Performance Assessment Report (PAR), including ratings reflecting the contractor’s adherence to the contract requirements.

7. PAYMENTS/INVOICING

7.1. The contractor will receive payment for actually number of meals provided. Contractor shall itemize invoices to clearly state number of meals provided per week at each respective mealtime. The Government Representative will validate number of meals provided aligns with invoices issued.

QUASP

for

Catering Services at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine

*The following rating system, based on FAR 42.1503 Table 42-1, will be used to evaluate contractor performance:

Performance Rating Definition Exceptional Performance exceeds contract requirements in multiple areas, with no delays or issues Very Good Performance exceeds some contract requirements, with minor issues quickly resolved.

Satisfactory Performance meets contract requirements, with no major deficiencies

Marginal Performance does not meet some contract requirements, with delays or operational issues requiring correction.

Unsatisfactory Performance fails to meet contract requirements, with significant deficiencies that impact operations

*Performance Standards and Surveillance Methods

Performance Factor

Performance Standard

Surveillance Method

Frequency Acceptable Quality Level

Meal Quality & Nutrition

Meals meet approved menu plans, nutritional standards (calories

& protein), and dietary restrictions.

Random sampling and inspection of meals; review of menu submissions;

feedback from Government

Representative and Marine Corps personnel.

Weekly; Upon delivery

≥ 95% compliance with menu & nutrition specs

Food Safety & Handling

Food prepared, transported, and delivered in compliance with Tri-Service Food Code, FDA Food

Code, and all applicable regulations.

Review of temperature logs, sanitation reports, and food handler certifications; on-site inspections.

Daily temperature checks; Weekly sanitation reviews

No violations or deviations in temperature or sanitation

Timeliness of Deliveries

Meals delivered at scheduled times with minor adjustments mutually agreed upon.

Delivery logs and time-stamped records;

Government

Representative observations.

Each delivery day ≥ 98% on-time delivery

Equipment & Supplies

All necessary equipment and disposables provided and in good condition.

Visual inspections during deliveries and site visits.

Weekly 100% availability and proper condition

Customer Service & Responsiveness

Contractor promptly addresses issues, complaints, and corrective actions.

Review of Corrective Action Reports (CARs), Customer Complaint Forms, and Government Representative feedback.

Ongoing All complaints addressed within

24 hours

Compliance with Security

Requirements

Contractor personnel comply with site access and badge criteria;

vehicle inspections performed as required.

Security office reports:

verification of badges and vehicle passes.

Upon site access and monthly reviews

100% compliance with access rules

CONTRACTOR'S UNAUTHORIZED WORK

CONTRACTOR'S UNAUTHORIZED WORK PERFORMANCE

Contractor’s Unauthorized Work Performance. The Contractor shall not perform work that deviates from contract requirements and specifications. If the Contractor deviates from contract requirements and specifications without approval of the CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR/OFFICER, such deviation shall be at the risk of the Contractor and any cost related thereto shall be borne by the Contractor.

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

CLIN INSPECT AT INSPECT BY ACCEPT AT ACCEPT BY

0001 Destination Government Destination Government 0002 Destination Government Destination Government 0003 Destination Government Destination Government

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 POP 01-SEP-2025 TO

01-NOV-2025

N/A PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD

ADAM CATANESE

FUEL SECURITY OFFICE, C1124

KITTERY ME 03904

(207) 438-1176

M53515

0002 POP 01-SEP-2025 TO

01-NOV-2025

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0003 POP 01-SEP-2025 TO

01-NOV-2025

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov

(End of provision)

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov

(End of clause)

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting With Entities That Require Certain

Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-- Representation

JAN 2017

52.204-7 System for Award Management NOV 2024 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel JAN 2011 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance OCT 2018 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting AUG 2020 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance AUG 2020 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and

Certifications.

DEC 2014

52.204-22 Alternative Line Item Proposal JAN 2017 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Products and

Commercial Services

SEP 2023

ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1 INSTRUCTI

Addendum to 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors.

https://www.acquisition.gov/ https://www.acquisition.gov/

The Government reserves the right to make an award solely on initial quotes received. Offerors must submit their response to this RFQ via email to nichole.l.dewitt@usmc.mil no later than the posted Response Date in this listing.

Technical Capability: The vendor shall provide a capability statement/performance plan that demonstrates their ability to provide the required service in the solicitation. The vendor should address their experience providing this type of service, equipment supplied, and any other relevant information.

Price: The price offered must reflect unit prices, extended amounts per line item, and overall total.

(Note: All prices must be actual “face-value” pricing having already accounted for any discounts offered and extended to the Government).

Past Performance: Evaluation will use procedures outlined in DFARS 204.7603 and described in provision 252.204-7024, incorporated herein.

Questions will be accepted via email up to (24) hours after the posting of the RFQ. No phone questions will be accepted. The deadline is necessary to ensure timely award, and the Government may, in its sole discretion, choose not to respond to questions received after the deadline. Questions will be reviewed and addressed via an amendment to the solicitation.

Quote must contain all requested line items as the contract award will be made in aggregate. Therefore, any quote received without all line items priced will be considered non-responsive.

Shipment: All materials awarded under the contract resulting from this solicitation are expected to be delivered on the date specified in this solicitation. In order for your quote to be considered responsive, any associated prepaid shipping costs must be identified in the quote and will be evaluated as part of the overall price. The Offeror may submit a ZERO shipping cost; however, ZERO cost must also be clearly specified in the quote. Failure to fill in the required information may result in your quote being considered non-responsive by the Government.

Reps and Certs: Completed Representations and Certifications. The following representations and certifications must be completed and returned as part of the vendor’s quote:

FAR 52.212-3 (Note that vendor is only required to complete paragraph (b) if they have not completed annual representations and certifications via the System for Award Management (SAM) website.)

Quotes should be valid for 90 days unless stated otherwise in the quote.

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Products and

Commercial Services

NOV 2023

52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations JUN 2013 52.237-1 Site Visit APR 1984 52.237-2 Protection Of Government Buildings, Equipment, And

Vegetation

APR 1984

52.247-34 F.O.B. Destination JAN 1991

252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials

SEP 2011

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DEC 2022 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2022

252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7004 Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors JAN 2023 252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation

Support

JAN 2023

252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services

JAN 2023

252.204-7024 Notice on the Use of the Supplier Performance Risk System MAR 2023 252.209-7004 Subcontracting With Firms That Are Owned or Controlled By

The Government of a Country that is a State Sponsor of Terrorism

MAY 2019

252.223-7006 Prohibition On Storage, Treatment, and Disposal of Toxic or Hazardous Materials

SEP 2014

252.223-7997 (Dev) Prohibition on Procurement of Certain Items Containing Perfluorooctane Sulfonate or Perfluorooctanoic Acid - Representation (DEVIATION 2022-O0010)

SEP 2022

252.223-7998 (Dev) Prohibition on Procurement of Certain Items Containing Perfluorooctane Sulfonate or Perfluorooctanoic Acid

(DEVIATION 2022-O0010)

SEP 2022

252.225-7055 Representation Regarding Business Operations with the Maduro Regime

MAY 2022

252.225-7056 Prohibition Regarding Business Operations with the Maduro Regime

JAN 2023

252.225-7059 Prohibition on Certain Procurements from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region - Representation

JUN 2023

252.225-7060 Prohibition on Certain Procurements from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

JUN 2023

252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports

DEC 2018

252.237-7010 Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor Personnel

JAN 2023

252.239-7098 (Dev) Prohibition on Contracting to Maintain or Establish a Computer Network Unless Such Network is Designed to Block Access to Certain Websites - Representation.

(Deviation 2021-O0003)

APR 2021

252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications DEC 1991 252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Products or Commercial

Services

NOV 2023

52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-- Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-

Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision-

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition.

(1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L.

115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to--

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L.

115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to--

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services."

(d) Representations. The Offeror represents that--

(1) It [ ___ ] will, [ ___ ] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds "will" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that--

It [ ___ ] does, [ ___ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds "does" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.

(e) Disclosures.

(1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "will" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment--

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services--

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "does" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment--

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services--

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

52.204-26 COVERED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES--REPRESENTATION (OCT

2020)

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision, “covered telecommunications equipment or services” and "reasonable inquiry" have the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for “covered telecommunications equipment or services”.

(c) Representations.

(1) The Offeror represents that it [ ___ ] does, [ ___ ] does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument.

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry for purposes of this representation, the offeror represents that it [ ___ ] does, [ ___ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services.

52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV

2021)

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

BASIS OF AWARD: Offers will be evaluated based on (1) Price; (2) Technical Capability of the Offer to Meet the Government’s Requirement; and (3) Past Performance and Risk Assesment .

The Government reserves the right to award without discussions but reserves the right to engage in discussions if later determined to be in the best interest of the Government. This acquisition will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

A mere statement that the vendor “will meet the Government’s requirements” is insufficient; the vendor must demonstrate how it will meet the requirement. Vendor quotes shall include the following information:

https://www.sam.gov/

a. Price: The price quote must reflect unit prices, extended amounts per line item, and overall total.

(Note: All prices must be actual “face-value” pricing having already accounted for any discounts offered and extended to the Government).

b. Technical Capability of the Offer to Meet the Government’s Requirement: The vendor shall provide a capability statement/performance plan that demonstrates their ability to provide the required services in the solicitation. The vendor should address their experience providing this type of service, equipment supplied, and any other relevant information.

c. Past Performance: The contractor shall ensure they are conforming to requirements and to standards of good workmanship: forecasting and controlling costs: adhering to schedules, including the administrative aspects of performance; reasonable and cooperative behavior and commitment to customer satisfaction; complying with the requirements of the small business subcontracting plan; maintaining integrity and business ethics; and business-like concern for the interest of the customer. The Government will review past performance and risk assesment, utilizing the appropriate databases.

SAM. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Information on registering in SAM may be obtained by contacting Nichole Dewitt by email at nichole/l/dewitt@usmc.mil or by telephone at 757-445-1545.

WIDE-AREA WORKFLOW – RECEIPT AND ACCEPTANCE. As a condition of receipt of any resulting order, the Contractor agrees to implement the Department of Defense (DOD) web-based application. Information on registering in WAWF-R&A may be obtained by contacting Nichole Dewitt by email at nichole.l.dewitt@usmc.mil or by telephone at 757-445-1545.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS. Quotes submitted in response to this RFQ shall include:

(a) Technical Quote to include Delivery

(b) Price/Quote

(c) Vendors must complete and return FAR 52.212-3 or FAR 52.204-26 deviation and return with their quote package. FAR 52.212-3 and FAR 52.204-26 is incorporated by FULL TEXT in this solicitation, under the Clause and Provision Section.

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

52.212-2 ADDENDUM

52.212-2 ADDENDUM

BASIS OF AWARD: Quotes will be evaluated based on (1) price; (2) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government’s requirement; and (3) past performance. This acquisition will be conducted in accordance with mailto:nichole/l/dewitt@usmc.mil mailto:nichole.l.dewitt@usmc.mil

FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

(a) The Government intends to award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible quoter whose quota�on conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors are listed in no specific order of precedence and will be used to evaluate quotations:

1. Technical

2. Price

3. Past performance

Evaluation:

1. Technical: Quotes meeting all specifications outlined in this solicitation will be deemed technically capable.

2. Price Reasonableness will be conducted in accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a). The total quoted price, to include shipping costs, will be used in the price evaluation.

3. Past performance evaluation will use procedures outlined in DFARS 204.7603 and described in provision 252.204-7024, incorporated herein.

(b) Options: The Government will evaluate quotes for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or

52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY 2024) ALTERNATE I (FEB 2024)

The Offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certification electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) accessed through https://www.sam.gov. If the Offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically, the Offeror shall complete only paragraphs (c) through (v) of this provision.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision --

"Covered telecommunications equipment or services" has the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

"Economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) concern" means a small business concern that is at least 51 percent directly and unconditionally owned by, and the management and daily business operations of which are controlled by, one or more women who are citizens of the United States and who are economically disadvantaged in accordance with 13 CFR part 127, and the concern is certified by SBA or an approved third-party certifier in accordance with 13 CFR 127.300. It automatically qualifies as a women-owned small business eligible under the WOSB Program.

"Forced or indentured child labor" means all work or service-

(1) Exacted from any person under the age of 18 under the menace of any penalty for its nonperformance and for which the worker does not offer himself voluntarily; or

(2) Performed by any person under the age of 18 pursuant to a contract the enforcement of which can be accomplished by process or penalties.

"Highest-level owner" means the entity that owns or controls an immediate owner of the offeror, or that owns or controls one or more entities that control an immediate owner of the offeror. No entity owns or exercises control of the highest level owner.

"Immediate owner" means an entity, other than the offeror, that has direct control of the offeror. Indicators of control include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: Ownership or interlocking management, identity of interests among family members, shared facilities and equipment, and the common use of employees.

"Inverted domestic corporation" means a foreign incorporated entity that meets the definition of an inverted domestic corporation under 6 U.S.C. 395(b), applied in accordance with the rules and definitions of 6 U.S.C. 395(c).

"Manufactured end product" means any end product in product and service codes (PSCs) 1000-9999, except--

(1) PSC 5510, Lumber and Related Basic Wood Materials;

(2) Product or Service Group (PSG) 87, Agricultural Supplies;

(3) PSG 88, Live Animals;

(4) PSG 89, Subsistence;

(5) PSC 9410, Crude Grades of Plant Materials;

(6) PSC 9430, Miscellaneous Crude Animal Products, Inedible;

(7) PSC 9440, Miscellaneous Crude Agricultural and Forestry Products;

(8) PSC 9610, Ores;

(9) PSC 9620, Minerals, Natural and Synthetic; and

(10) PSC 9630, Additive Metal Materials.

"Place of manufacture" means the place where an end product is assembled out of components, or otherwise made or processed from raw materials into the finished product that is to be provided to the Government. If a product is disassembled and reassembled, the place of reassembly is not the place of manufacture.

"Predecessor" means an entity that is replaced by a successor and includes any predecessors of the predecessor.

"Reasonable inquiry" has the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

"Restricted business operations" means business operations in Sudan that include power production activities, mineral extraction activities, oil-related activities, or the production of military equipment, as those terms are defined in the Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act of 2007 (Pub. L. 110-174). Restricted business operations do not include business operations that the person (as that term is defined in Section 2 of the Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act of 2007) conducting the business can demonstrate--

(1) Are conducted under contract directly and exclusively with the regional government of southern Sudan;

(2) Are conducted pursuant to specific authorization from the Office of Foreign Assets Control in the Department of the Treasury, or are expressly exempted under Federal law from the requirement to be conducted under such authorization;

(3) Consist of providing goods or services to marginalized populations of Sudan;

(4) Consist of providing goods or services to an internationally recognized peacekeeping force or humanitarian organization;

(5) Consist of providing goods or services that are used only to promote health or education; or

(6) Have been voluntarily suspended.

"Sensitive technology"--

(1) Means hardware, software, telecommunications equipment, or any other technology that is to be used specifically--

(i) To restrict the free flow of unbiased information in Iran; or

(ii) To disrupt, monitor, or otherwise restrict speech of the people of Iran; and

(2) Does not include information or informational materials the export of which the President does not have the authority to regulate or prohibit pursuant to section 203(b)(3) of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(3)).

"Service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) concern" means a small business concern--

(1)(i) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case of any publicly owned business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one or more service-disabled veterans; and

(ii) The management and daily business operations of which are controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case of a service-disabled veteran with permanent and severe disability, the spouse or permanent caregiver of such veteran; or

(2) A small business concern eligible under the SDVOSB Program in accordance with 13 CFR part 128 (see subpart 19.14).

(3) Service-disabled veteran, as used in this definition, means a veteran as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(2), with a disability that is service-connected, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(16), and who is registered in the Beneficiary Identification and Records Locator Subsystem, or successor system that is maintained by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Benefits Administration, as a service-disabled veteran.

"Service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) concern eligible under the SDVOSB Program" means an SDVOSB concern that--

(1) Effective January…