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Question
Response
Date
1
Question: In reviewing the RFP, can you confirm that the NAICS code listed on page 67 is the correct NAICS code for this effort? Listed in the RFP is 448910, which I cannot locate in the SB Size Standard table.
That NAICs code in the clause on page 67 is incorrect, please see page 83, paragraph 1.1 of the RFP for the correct NAICs code. The RFP will be corrected in a future amendment.
3/8/2013
2
Must the PRIME have 5 past performances per statement on page 92?
As stated in the RFP, when possible, provide 5 references for team members and partners. If 5 are not available, provide as many as possible.
3/21/2013
3
If the team bidding consists of an JV with a subcontractor, what are the required number of past performance references?
As stated in the RFP, when possible, provide 5 references for team members and partners. If 5 are not available, provide as many as possible.
3/21/2013
4
In response to the above 3 questions, as stated in the RFP, when possible, provide 5 references for team members and partners. If 5 are not available, provide as many as possible.
As stated in the RFP, when possible, provide 5 references for team members and partners. If 5 are not available, provide as many as possible.
3/21/2013
5
If the requirement for the number of past performances cannot be met will the proposal be deemed noncompliant?
As described in Section M, Part A, paragraph 3.4, “an offeror without a record of relevant past performance, the Offeror will receive a Performance Confidence Assessment Rating of “Unknown Confidence (Neutral)” which is considered a “Neutral” rating.
3/21/2013
6
Who should the contractor send the past performance questionnaire to when the past performance reference is for commercial/industry work? What if there are not three points of contact?
Questionnaires should be sent to equivalent responsible parties to the extent possible.
3/21/2013
7
Labor Categories not match between Section C & L, which is correct? Highlighted do not have same labor category title are they the same?
The categories are the same and will be corrected in an amendment to the RFP.
3/21/2013
8
Does the draft Ground Operations Manual have to be submitted at due date 4-8-2013 or is a sample sufficient?
A single DRAFT Flight and Ground Operations Manual is due at time of submission.
3/21/2013
9
Must the draft Flight Operations Manual be submitted at due date 4-8-2013 or is a sample sufficient per RFP page 91?
A single DRAFT Flight and Ground Operations Manual is due at time of submission.
3/21/2013
10
Why does the Government expect the LOE for UAS Group 3 Internal/External Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) (CAT A/B) increase from Base Year to Option Year One (per pg 98)?
The Government requirement is based on planned operations.
3/21/2013
11
Are the ODCs based on historical information (page 98)?
Yes. The Government estimate is based on historical information and should be used for proposal purposes, burdened as applicable in accordance with corporate accounting practices as described in Section L, Part B, paragraph 4.6.
3/21/2013
12
How was the specific travel estimates based upon (page 97)? Can the Government provide further explanation of when, where, how long, who, etc.?
Travel is dynamic and unpredictable. The Government estimate is based on historical information and should be used for proposal purposes, burdened as applicable in accordance with corporate accounting practices as described in Section L, Part B, paragraph 4.6.
3/21/2013
13
NMCI –What are the specific requirements per seat per labor category?
Details will be provided upon contract award. The Government estimate is based on historical information and should be used for proposal purposes, burdened as applicable in accordance with corporate accounting practices as described in Section L, Part B, paragraph 4.6.
3/21/2013
14
Does the contractor have to print and incorporate SAMs (Certs & Reps) into the final submission or is a statement that on-line is current and is sufficient (per pg 88)?
If the SAM database is complete and current and addresses all required Reps and Certs requested in Section K, a statement is sufficient, otherwise all individual Reps and Certs must be completed.
3/21/2013
15
Does the COR require completed Section K to be included in submission? IF yes, would that be incorporated in Volume 1 under section iv per page 88?
If the SAM database is complete and current and addresses all required Reps and Certs requested in Section K, a statement is sufficient otherwise all individual Reps and Certs must be completed.
3/21/2013
16
Must the key personnel labor category have to be a current employee? Or can the key personnel labor category be a contingent hire?
Key personnel may be a contingent hire.
3/21/2013
17
Must the awardee have positives for all Corporate Systems listed in Table found on page 88?
As described in FAR 16.301-3 and Section L, Part B, paragraph 4.3.c of the solicitation, the awardees accounting system must be determined to be 'adequate' to be eligible for award. Other systems will be considered as part of the PCO’s responsibility determination as described in FAR 9.104, and may impact the offeror's eligibility for award.
3/21/2013
18
How does the COR/Government envision the Awardee (a small business) to address 2.3.6 Small Business Utilization page 91?
Clause 52.219-14, Limitation on Subcontracting, requires the Prime contractor to perform a majority of the effort. Offerors strategy for exceeding that contractual minimum will be evaluated under paragraph 2.3.6.
3/21/2013
19
What percentage of the 10 person FTE does the Government find acceptable to meet the suggested requirements in address 2.3.6 Small Business Utilization page 91?
Clause 52.219-14, Limitation on Subcontracting, requires that at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern.
3/21/2013
20
When is the Government going to issue the Modification incorporating the proper NAICS code on page 67 of the RFP?
The amendment to the RFP is being issued concurrently with the Q&As or shortly thereafter.
3/21/2013
21
Are any of the stated labor categories considered SCA Wage Determination positions? If yes, which ones? What Wage Determination are we to use? Will the Government provide?
No. The required skills and experinces described in the PBSOW are specific to this requirement and do not align with SCA categories.
3/21/2013
22
Hyperlink Issue in FINAL RFP:Section C 3.0 Applicable Documents, Page 16:
The new link for the Assist Database is: https://assist.dla.mil/online/start. This link will be uppated in an amendment to the RFP.
3/21/2013
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