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1. In the SF 1449 and also on page 52 states that the NAICS code is 611699. However, in the Instructions to Offerors under Volume 2 Price Proposal (page 49) the NAICS is stated as 541330. We assume the reference to 611699 is correct, please confirm.

Response: The correct NAICS is 611699 with a size standard of $11M. Please see Amendment 1.

1. Will the Government allow Quoters to submit an acronym list which will not be included in the 40-page count?

Response: If Quoters would like to submit an acronym list, it will be included as part of their 40-page count limitation.

1. Please confirm that the only prices the Government requires are the two dollar values associated with CLIN 0001 and CLIN 0002.

Please see Amendment 1. Price list has been included.

1. Please confirm that "Schedule B" is the CLIN Structure shown on page 3.

Please see Amendment 1. Price list has been included. CLIN 0001 should reflect your total price for the five year ordering period and CLIN 0002 should reflect only the extension of services. These dollar amounts when totaled will equal your price list total.

1. The RFQ states, "The MTP shall discuss how the Quoter will deliver the course requirements outlined in para 2.3.1.1.1.3 – 2.3.1.1.1.6, specifically 2.3.1.1.1.3(D) – 2.3.1.1.1.6(D)." However, 2.3.1.1.1.5 and 2.3.1.1.1.6 do not have a (D) reference. Please confirm that Government is referencing (C) for these two PWS tasks.

Response: Para 2.3.1.1.1.5 does include (D), which states: “ d. The contractor will provide Targets (Reactive and non-reactive), and shot timers as outlined in the COMNECC3591.1 to support both Live and Synthetic POI’s. The Navy will provide barricades.” Please see Amendment 1 which corrects the solicitation to reflect para 2.3.1.1.1.5 (C) vice (D).

1. The RFQ states, "The MTP shall discuss how the Quoter will deliver the course requirements outlined in para 2.3.1.1.1.3 – 2.3.1.1.1.6, specifically 2.3.1.1.1.3(D) – 2.3.1.1.1.6(D)." However, 2.3.1.1.1.5 and 2.3.1.1.1.6 do not have a (D) reference. Please confirm that Government is referencing (C) for these two PWS tasks.

Response: Para 2.3.1.1.1.5 does include (D), which states: “ d. The contractor will provide Targets (Reactive and non-reactive), and shot timers as outlined in the COMNECC3591.1 to support both Live and Synthetic POI’s. The Navy will provide barricades.” Please see Amendment 1 which corrects the solicitation to reflect para 2.3.1.1.1.5 (C) vice (D).

1. Given that CLINs 0001 and 0002 start 19 Aug 18 and 19 Aug 23, should the end date for CLIN 0001 be 18 Aug 23?

Response: Please see Amendment 1.

1. The RFP mentions an attachment. However, no attachment is available to download at FBO or NECO.

Response: Solicitation is available as a download document. Please review the NECO site.

1. PWS 4.0 states "The base period of performance for this contract is anticipated to begin on March 2, 2015 and continue through March 1, 2016." Please clarify the anticipated start date.

Response: Please see Amendment 1.

1. Is the PoP one 5-year period as shown in CLIN 0001 or a 12 month base with four, 12-month option periods as shown in PWS Para 4?

Response: The period of performance is for one-year, however, there is a five-year ordering period in which the Government can place orders. Please see Amendment 1.

1. In the SF 1449 and also on page 52 states that the NAICS code is 611699. However, in the Instructions to Offerors under Volume 2 Price Proposal (page 49) the NAICS is stated as 541330. We assume the reference to 611699 is correct, please confirm.

Response: The correct NAICS is 611699 with a size standard of $11M. Please see Amendment 1.

1. The RFP mentions an attachment. However, no attachment is available to download at FBO or NECO. Please advise if attachment will be available to prospective bidders/quoters/proposers.

Response: Solicitation is available as a download document. Please review the NECO site.

1. In CLIN 0001, the PoP is stated as one 5-year period of performance while CLIN 0002 is for 1 6 month option. However, in 4.0 Period of Performance it states that this is twelve (12) month base period and four (4) twelve (12) month option periods.

Response: Please see Amendment 1.

1. The PWS is written as an annual requirement but only CLIN 0001 is used to capture all program services and prices for 5 years. The price to meet a technical training requirement for synthetic/blended vs. live fire and a professional SME requirement (labor hours) are completely different and should not be captured in single unit price.

Response: Please see Amendment 1. Attached is a Price List to break out pricing. This price list is to be included with your quote.

1. All requirements including OCONUS and CONUS requirements are mixed into CLIN 0001. OCONUS prices are higher and may include additional elements beyond CONUS pricing.

Response: Please see Amendment 1. Attached is a Price List to break out pricing. This price list is to be included with your quote.

1. In 2.1, Scope of Work. “All course development work will be conducted at JEB little Creek, Virginia Beach, VA.” However, in 8.3, Contractor Furnished Equipment, Facilities, Support, the PWS states that “All course development will be conducted in contractor facilities unless otherwise specified.”

Response: Para 2.1 states “JEB-Little Creek, Virginia Beach, VA” and para 8.3 states” 8.3 Contractor Furnished Equipment, Facilities, Support. The contractor shall provide all facilities, (with the exception of live fire ranges at Gulfport, MS and China Lake, CA) personnel management, equipment, consumables, training materials, services, and clerical support to perform the tasks specified in this PWS. This shall include, but is not limited to range and classroom facilities within 40 miles of JEB Little Creek, VA, San Diego, CA, Port Hueneme, CA, instructors, supervision, and course materials. The government will provide range facilities and classrooms at China Lake, CA and Gulfport, MS. Rifle ranges must have a minimum depth of 100 yards. All course development will be conducted in contractor facilities unless otherwise specified. Contractor will provide personal weapons and ammunition to support effective skill demonstration during the Period of Instruction (POI). Contractor will ensure compliance with state and local directives for transportation and use personal fire arms during the POI. See attachment, List of Government and Contractor Furnished Equipment.” The Government is unclear as to where you see a contradiction. Training modules will be updated at JEB-Little Creek.

1. PWS Sections 2.3.1.1.1 and 2.3.1.1.2 include 20 hours in each requirement to provide changes and updates. Is this separate from the 40 hours of consultation stated in 2.3.1.1.7? Do these requirement needs to be priced annually?

Response: Response: Please see Amendment 1. Yes, solicitation has been updated to include a Price List for pricing purposes.

1. PWS Section 4.0 – Period of Performance The Period of Performance states that “The base period of performance for this contract is anticipated to begin on March 2, 2015 and continue through March 1, 2016. The contract will contain a twelve (12) month base period and four (4) twelve (12) month option periods.”

Response: Response: Please see Amendment 1.

1. In 2.3.1.1.1.5 of the PWS, the requirement mentions CONUS locations and then 2 five-day live fire courses in Rota, Spain which is an OCONUS location. OCONUS locations especially involving live fire courses are priced significantly different than CONUS locations or even OCONUS, Hawaii and Guam.

Response: Please see Amendment 1. A Price List has been included for pricing.

1. PWS SECTION 8.2, GFE/GFF

QUESTION: Are OCONUS (Rota, Spain, Guam and Hawaii) live fire ranges provided by the Government? Live fire ranges in Rota, Spain, Guam and Hawaii are not specified as Government-Furnished. Please advise.

Response: Yes, the government will provide range facilities.

1. PWS Section 11.4 The RFP states Up to eight (8) classes will be conducted in California (San Diego, Port Hueneme, and/or China Lake) and up to eight (8) in either Gulfport, MS or Virginia Beach, VA but does not mention Rota, Spain (see 2.3.1.1.1.5), Guam and Hawaii (see 2.3.1.1.1.6).

Response: Please see Amendment 1.

1. Please clarify POP (4.0, pg 64) Response: Please see Amendment 1.

1. Will government provide ranges in Guam, Hawaii and Rota, Spain.

Response: Yes, the ranges are provided by the military.

24. Ref CLIN 0002; how many courses does the government anticipate running during the six-month period and where?

Response: Please see Amendment 1.

25 Will the contractor be able to coordinate with commands for transporting contractor weapons/ammunition for training? Will the Government receive contractor weapons at each command prior to training?

Response: The government will not transport or accept shipped civilian weapons. The vendor is responsible for shipping their own weapons.

26. Are contractors required to run the synthetic ranges or will the Government provide technicians/operator?

Response: The government will provide the technicians/operators. The vendor must be able to train instructors on how to use simulations as part of their training/work up process.