N00421-19-R-0101_Amend_0002.docx

N0042119R0101

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The following have been modified:

AMENDMENTS

Amendment 1 Changes and Questions & Answers to the Request for Proposal (RFP) include:

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· Section C, Statement of Work, Paragraph 3.1.9.5: Removed the reference of paragraph (e) (1) and replaced with paragraph (e).

· Section J, Attachment P(4), Revised the Cost Summary Spreadsheet Tab as follows:

· Removed: “Maximum Pass Through Allowed by SeaPort-e IDIQ Contract”

· Removed: “Maximum Fixed Fee Allowed by SeaPort-e IDIQ Contract”

· Removed the statement “When analyzing pass through costs, the Government will consider prime offeror fee on subcontractor price as an element of pass through as explained in the Section H Savings Clause of the MACs. In Section B, however, prime offeror fee on subcontractor price is a fee element rather than a cost element. Prime offeror fee on subcontractor price should be included in the fee column (rather than the cost column) of Section B.”

Q1: What is the specific process to receive the copy of the Assess Only Standard Work Package (SWP) that is called out in Sample Task 3?

A1: In reference to Section L-1, Part B, Volume 2.0, Paragraph 2.1, Sample Task 3, the potential offeror shall request the SWP by submitting the CAGE code to the Contract Specialist designated in Section L-1, Part A. The Contract Specialist will then verify that the provided CAGE Code is an Authorized Department of Defense (DoD) Provider via https://sam.gov. Once the CAGE code is verified, the Contract Specialist will provide via an encrypted e-mail through Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Department of Defense (DOD) Secure Access File Exchange (SAFE) at https://safe.apps.mil/ as Government Furnished Information (GFI).

Q2: Would the Government consider a Multiple Award Contract (MAC) of 2 to 3 awardees, Hybrid contracts with Firm Fixed Price CLINs for core known work and Cost CLINs for unknown and innovation insertions?

A2: The contract strategy will remain as is. The contract strategy is for a Single Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Cost Plus Fixed Price (CPFF) contract.

Amendment 2 Questions & Answers and Changes to the Request for Proposal (RFP) include:

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· Section H, NAVAIR Clause 5252.209-9510 (e)(1) has been revised to reflect the period of prohibition.

· Section J, Attachment P3, Past Performance Information Form has been revised to include a MS Word Version.

· Section L, Part A, Paragraph 3.0 has been revised.

· Section L, Part A, Paragraph 4.0 has been revised to remove the following language “It is requested that Volume 3 Past Performance information be submitted 14 days prior to the submission date specified in Block 9 of the SF 33 of the RFP.”

· Section M, Part B, Paragraph 5.0 has been revised.

Q3: Will the government consider Contractor Teaming Arrangements (CTA)?

A3: Section L, Part B, Volume 1, Paragraph 1.4 addresses Contractor Team Agreements.

Q4: The RFP does not provide a requirement for an acronym list. Is an acronym list desired? If so, can provisions be made in the instruction such that the acronym list does not count against provided page limitations?

A4: Acronym lists are required and are excluded from the page limitations. Section L, Part A, Paragraph 3.0 has been revised.

Q5: On page 65, Section L (4.0) states “it is requested that Volume 3 Past Performance information be submitted 14 days prior to the submission date specified in Block 9,” presumably to allow time for Contractor Performance Assessment Questionnaires to be routed and processed (if included in proposal submissions). Can the Government clarify whether the remainder of Volume 3 (i.e., PPIFs, work descriptions, and subcontractor consent forms) is also requested to be submitted 14 days prior to the submission date specified in Block 9?

A5: In reference to Section L, Part A, Paragraph 4.0, only the Contractor Performance Assessment Questionnaires (CPAQs), Attachment P2, shall be submitted to the Contract Specialist within 2 weeks of the Program Manager receiving the request to complete the assessment. This allows the Program Manger 2 weeks to complete their assessment while also ensuring the Contract Specialist receives all CPAQs on or before the proposal due date specified in Block 9 of the SF33. The rest of Volume 3 shall be submitted NLT the proposal due date. For clarification purposes, Section L, Part A, Paragraph 4.0 has been revised to remove the sentence requesting that the entire Volume 3 be submitted 14 days in advance.

Q6: On page 70, Section L states “The Offeror shall submit written consent from its principal subcontractor(s) and JV team member(s) that will allow the Government to coordinate any past performance issues directly with the Offeror.” Can provisions be made in the instruction such that the requested consent pages do not count against provided page limitations?

A6: Written consent from subcontractors and JV team members are excluded from the page limit. Section L, Part A, Paragraph 3.0 has been revised.

Q7: In the required Attachment P3, Past Performance Information Form, the Contract Effort Description field allows the user to scroll through the section to review/add text that expands beyond the visible area of the field. However, when this file is printed (as required by the RFP), a large portion of the text entered is not printed. Will the Government allow offerors to submit copies of the text contained in this field in a separate continuation page so printed copies will match electronic copies? If so, can the Government increase the page limit for the Past Performance Volume to 30 pages to account for the additional formatting required for each of the contract references?

A7: A Microsoft Word Version has been attached. The page limit will not be increased.

Q8: In Section L, Volume 2, the Technical Proposal, can provisions be made to provide a 2-page allocation for the “Understanding of the Work” section as a lead into the Sample Tasks?

A8: Proposal instructions will remain unchanged.

Q9: On page 25, Section C, 4.5.1 Labor Qualification, would the government consider adding a Junior level position which allows NQV Level 1 or NQV Level 2 without the additional certification requirements?

A9: This labor category will not be required under this contract.

Q10: Referencing Section C, 4.5 Labor Qualifications on pages 22-24, there are four labor categories listed on these pages that are not listed in the table in Section L, 4.5, pages 74-75: Project/Management Analyst, Junior; Software Developer, Junior; Computer Systems Analyst, Junior; Computer Programmer, Junior. Can the government clarify the discrepancy between the two sections and if hours are to be included in Section L?

A10: The Table in Section L provides a snapshot of the projected requirement and is provided for bidding purposes only. In contract execution it is possible that Junior level labor categories may be executed for these positions.

Q11: Referencing Section L, 3.0, page 71, the language states that the P2 Attachment/CPAQ is to be sent to the “Program Manager who is the Assessing Official”. Can the government confirm that the Contracting Officer Representative should be receiving the CPAQ request?

A11: The Program Manager, who is familiar with contract performance and therefore able to complete the assessment, should receive the CPAQ. This individual may or may not be the Contracting Officer Representative.

Q12: In Section H, page 42, Organizational Conflicts of Interest (Services), box (e) (1) is checked, but there is no period of prohibition provided. Can the government clarify?

A12: The clause has been revised to reflect the period of prohibition.

Q13: On page 82, Section 5.0, there is a statement that “the evaluated cost/price of this six-month period will be calculated by dividing the Proposed Year 5 by (2) two to establish an estimated monthly amount. The monthly amount will then be multiplied by six to establish the estimated cost for the six-month option to extend services.” Can the government clarify that it was intended to say that the Year 5 amount would be divided by (12) to establish a monthly estimated amount?

A13: Section M, 5.0 has been revised.

SECTION H - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION J - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

EXHIBIT/ATTACHMENTS

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO BIDDERS

SECTION L

L – CONTENT OF PROPOSALS (SERVICES)

PART A GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1.0 GENERAL

The Offeror must respond to all requirements of the solicitation and not alter or rearrange the solicitation. The Offeror is advised that the Government may incorporate any portions of the Offeror’s proposal into the resulting contract.

In presenting material in the proposal, the Offeror is advised that quality of information is more important than quantity. Clarity, brevity, and logical organization shall be emphasized during proposal preparation. Statements that the prospective Offeror understands, can comply with, or will comply with, the specifications, and paraphrasing the requirements or parts thereof without supporting information are considered inadequate by the Government, and may result in assessing weaknesses and/or deficiencies.

The Offeror must include any data that illustrates the adequacy of the various assumptions, approaches, and solutions to problems. Failure to address a specific factor or subfactor clearly may be considered a deficiency. Unnecessarily elaborate brochures or other presentation materials beyond that sufficient to present a complete and effective proposal is neither necessary nor desired.

The Government advises the Offeror that taking exception or deviating from any term or condition of the RFP may result in the assessment of a deficiency to the proposal.

Throughout these instructions, a “principal subcontractor” is defined as a subcontractor who provides at least 20% of the proposed total price/cost (excluding the Offeror’s profit/fee), for the contract. “JV Team member” is defined as one of the entities that make up a joint venture (JV) formed for the purpose of responding to this solicitation.

Questions: Offerors may submit questions requesting clarification of solicitation requirements by emailing the contract specialist at tess.goshorn@navy.mil. It is required that all questions be received within 10 calendar days of the date this solicitation is issued.

2.0 PROPOSAL FORMAT

Written proposals must be formatted using a Times New Roman 12 pt Normal font (no reduction permitted), single-spaced with 1-inch margins all around, and formatted for standard 8.5 x 11 inch paper. All pages should be numbered with section and page numbers. When foldout pages are used they must not exceed 11 x 17 inches and will be counted as 1 page. Drawings may be provided separately and may be any size but should be folded to approximately 8.5 x 11 inch standard size and will count as 1 page. Graphs and tables shall be presented in no smaller than a 10 pt font and should contain a grid, which allows values to be read directly from the graph. Graphic resolution, including such data as tables or charts, should be consistent with the purpose of the data presented.

The Offeror will provide one complete copy of the proposal to the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) as electronic files fully compatible with Microsoft Office and for information not supported by MS Office products, with the latest Adobe Acrobat reader on a CD-ROM. The Offeror will ensure that the Price/Cost Volume is provided on a separate CD-ROM. Each CD-ROM is to be labeled for content and the Offeror’s name. If a discrepancy exists between the original paper copy of the proposal and the disk copy, the paper copy will take precedence.

3.0 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND VOLUMES

The Offeror must present proposal information in a manner that facilitates a one-to-one comparison between the information presented and this Proposal Instruction. Proposal information must be structured such that its Volume/paragraph number matches the Proposal Instructions Volume/paragraph number provided in section “Part B Specific Instructions” to which it is responding, although the Offeror may add lower tier subparagraphs. The Offeror must provide reasons it will not provide information for a particular paragraph. The proposal information instructions are structured by paragraph numbers where first, second, third, and fourth parts correspond to the volume, section, and element, etc., in the Offeror’s proposal.

Each volume of the proposal shall be submitted as one original and additional copies as specified in the table below. The table below supersedes the copies requested in Block 9 of the Standard Form (SF) 33. All volumes of the original proposal shall be delivered to the address provided in Section 4.0 prior to the closing date/time stated in this solicitation. Page limitations for each volume, if any, are also specified in the table below; title and table of contents pages do not count towards the page limit. Any pages submitted exceeding the page limit shall be disregarded and NOT evaluated.

Information submitted as an Annex to the proposal includes manuals, specifications, plans, procedures, and policies that exist as an official document of the company or facility, as well as other information requested in Part B Specific Instructions. Page limitations for Annexes, if any, are specified below. The authorized Annexes are summarized in the table below.

1 original, 1 copy, and 1 CDROM

Certifications (if applicable) No Page Limit

1 original, 3 copies, and 1 CDROM

Completed Section B

Cost Spreadsheets

Other Cost Information

Annex #1 (Vol 3)

Annex #2 (Vol 2)

Management Approach 2.2.3: Small Business Utilization Strategy

*Note: For Volumes 2 and 3: Cover pages, Table of Contents, Cross Reference Matrices, and Acronym Lists are excluded from noted page limitations.

-Acronym list

The Offeror shall submit a Cross Reference Matrix (CRM) for the Technical Volume, similar to the example below, to help ensure that all solicitation requirements are addressed and to facilitate the evaluators’ review of the Offeror’s proposal. The CRM should be a single integrated matrix and cross-reference the proposal volumes and paragraphs to specific RFP requirements, as well as other parts of the proposal that contain relevant information. The Offeror’s CRM may be identical to the example below or revised such as to add columns to indicate the page number on which information may be found, identify where other relevant information in the proposal is located, or provide other comments. The CRM does not count against any of the proposal page limitations.

EXAMPLE OF A CROSS REFERENCE MATRIX (CRM)

Volume 2 Technical

Volume 2 Technical

Volume 2 Technical

4.0 PROPOSAL SUBMISSION:

Clearly mark all packages with the solicitation number. The submission date for all Volumes shall be no later than the date and time specified in Block 9 of the SF 33 of the RFP.

Offeror shall submit proposals via a commercial carrier using the address provided below. Offeror shall not submit proposals by facsimile or electronically via email.

Naval Air Systems Command Code: AIR-2.5.1.8.5 (Tess Goshorn) 22473 Millstone Road, Building 505 Patuxent River, MD 20670-1547 Solicitation Number: N00421-19-R-0101

Hand carried proposals may be delivered to the address above, attention (PCO) and/or (Specialist).

5.0 PROPOSAL PACKAGING:

The Offeror shall package the proposal volumes in cartons or equivalent packaging containers in the most efficient manner possible grouping like volumes to the maximum extent possible. Each container shall be single person portable. One container shall include all Original Proposal volumes including the original/signed documents submitted as part of Volume 3 Cost/Price.

Each box should include a packing slip detailing the contents to include the volume number, title, and copy number. Also, each box should be stamped or marked “For Official Use Only” and “Source Selection Information – See FAR 2.101 and 3.104.”

6.0 CLASSIFIED DATA

All proposals must be UNCLASSIFIED.

7.0 SOLICITATION CHANGES

For notice of any changes and additional information provided by the Government for the solicitation, please go to www.FedBizOpps.gov and https://beta.sam.gov.

PART B SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS

Cost or pricing information shall only appear in the Price/Cost volume.

1.0 VOLUME 1: OFFER LETTER/SECTION K

1.1 Offer Letter

Identify at a minimum the solicitation number, enclosures being transmitted, proposed subcontractors and team members to be utilized under the task order, the CAGE code, DCMA, DCAA, and DFAS point of contacts and Department of Defense Activity Address Codes (DoDAACs) for the prime contractor and all proposed subcontractors and team members, signed representations, certifications, and acknowledgements and/or System for Award Management (SAM), signed SF33 for basic solicitation and each amendment, as applicable, and state the length of proposal validity (at least 180 days after proposal submission).

i. Offeror Summary Table: The Offeror shall complete the table below. The Offeror should include all subcontractors and team members who will be involved with the performance or management of the program work and should list all sites where the work will be performed. If a teaming or subcontracting arrangement is proposed, identify the work share, distribution elements, and ratios that each contractor will perform using the table below. Also provide a definition of the legal relationship between the entities if it is other than a Prime/subcontractor relationship.

ii. For the Past Performance evaluations, contract references that relate to a different CAGE code/DUNS than the proposed entity will be considered if the CAGE code/DUNS was created as a result of a corporate acquisition, reorganization, merger, or other administrative reason and refer to the same division in the same physical location for where the work is being performed or from where the work is being directed in accordance with the proposed roles and responsibilities. All current CAGE Codes/DUNS must appear in the Offeror Summary Table which indicates a commitment of work for those entities. To facilitate the Relevancy determination for Past Performance, the Offeror shall provide a written explanation if multiple CAGE codes/DUNS for the same physical location are applicable to one entity. The written explanation shall detail the distinct roles and responsibilities for entities with different CAGE codes/DUNS at the same physical location for where the work is being performed or from where the work is being directed. The description shall include all changes in the organization as a result of a corporate acquisition, reorganization, merger, or other administrative reason and explain how the changes impact the relevance of any contract references provided.

Offeror Summary Table

Contractor Name (Indicate Prime, Team Member or Sub)

1.2 The Offeror shall complete and submit Section K of the solicitation. The Government requires that Offeror’s proposals include all items listed in the Section B Schedule. The Government does not intend to make a split award under this solicitation.

1.3 OCI Disclosure and Mitigation Plans

The Offeror shall include an OCI Disclosure and Mitigation Plan, based on the Offeror’s completion NAVAIR Provision 5252.209-9511. If an Offeror affirms in NAVAIR Provision 5252.209-9511 that “No conflict of interest exists,” an OCI Disclosure and Mitigation Plan is not required.

1.4 Contractor Team Agreement

Should any Offeror form a Contractor Team Agreement as defined in FAR 9.601, a copy of that agreement shall be provided in accordance with FAR 9.603

2.0 VOLUME 2: TECHNICAL

The Offeror shall provide all information and data required to conduct a thorough and complete technical evaluation. The Offeror shall address the following in the proposal:

2.1. Understanding of the Work

Written Response to Sample Tasks:

The Offeror shall provide written responses to the sample tasks below, which are representative of the actual work to be performed under this procurement. Unique methods of resolving problems identified in the Sample Task(s) below are encouraged, however, be mindful of the need for timely accomplishment of objectives with minimal risk to program achievement, schedule, and cost. The Offeror shall not assume that the Government evaluators possess any knowledge or familiarity with their company or approach in their proposal. The Offeror shall submit a detailed and comprehensive response, which clearly demonstrates that the Offeror understands the task. Simply stating that the Offeror understands and will perform the listed functions is inadequate.

Sample Task 1: Emerging Technologies

Sample Task 1 response shall include the following information and follow this outline:

(1) Technical Approach - Provide a detailed description of the technical approach and methodology that would be used in accomplishing the task.

(2) Performance Risk Analysis - Identify contingent events inherent to the nature of the effort that could, if they were to occur, endanger satisfactory performance. Focus on critical events that are realistically likely to occur and that would pose serious problems (do not try to identify every event that could cause some minor difficulty).

(3) Tools/Services – Identify the tools/services that would be utilized to perform the task.

(4) Level of Effort – Complete Attachment P6 to provide an outline of hours by labor category required to complete the task; do not include cost.

NAVAIRSYSCOM continuously researches, develops, and deploys emerging technologies to fill technology gaps. Emerging Technologies increase efficiency, effectiveness and speed to fleet. NAVAIR must continuously identify technology gaps across the command and determine which enterprise IT solutions best fill those gaps. Technologies currently being implemented or considered include but are not limited to: block chain, cloud computing, Lambda (server less compute), edge computing, quantum computing, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) aka. BOTs, Progressive Web Apps (PWA), 5G, LiFi technologies, and container technologies, etc. Provide an approach outlining your processes for capturing demand, assessing the demand, researching technologies, determining feasibility, and implementing the technology as a NAVAIR enterprise service. Your approach has a not to exceed (NTE) timeline of 3 months, not including implementation. Your response shall address applicable technical analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and security concerns. What information is required to make an assessment? What is the process of idea to implementation? What tools/services are used to perform research and analysis? What are the considerations during this process?

Sample Task 2: Enterprise Architecture (EA)

Sample Task 2 response shall include the following information and follow this outline:

(1) Technical Approach- Provide a detailed description of the technical approach and methodology that would be used in accomplishing the task.

(2) Models & Tools- Identify the models and/or other tools that would be utilized to perform the task.

(3) Tracking- Identify process to track progress towards completion of task.

(4) Level of Effort- Complete Attachment P6 to provide an outline of hours by labor category required to complete the task; do not include cost.

A robust Enterprise Architecture (EA) is required to enable the Digital work environment that promotes interoperability between the data, application and infrastructure domains that support NAVAIR’s warfighting and business solutions. These technology environments exist to support the Command’s operational and strategic directions and influence mission partners, customers, and suppliers in the broader Digital ecosystem. Offerors shall propose a business-outcome-driven EA approach to supporting EA that starts and ends with a focus on delivering functional Command structure and Digital Group Leadership with actionable recommendations for structuring and implementing an EA program across NAVAIR. Responses should include enterprise strategies that address disruptive technology and business forces by identifying and analyzing the execution of technology driven change towards desired business vision and outcomes. Offerors shall consider the variety of IT environments that exist across NAVAIR and the unique challenges associated with integrating acquisition, RDT&E and sustainment activities within the broader context of Navy initiatives to embrace Digital Transformation strategies. This task duration is not to exceed (NTE) 12 months.

Sample Task 3: Evaluation of Products for Assess Only

Sample Task 3 response shall include the following information and follow this outline:

(1) Technical Approach- Provide a detailed description of the technical approach and methodology that would be used in accomplishing the task.

(2) Reports- Provide a list of recommended reports(s) to document the task.

(3) Level of Effort- Complete Attachment P6 to provide an outline of hours by labor category required to complete the task; do not include cost.

NAVAIRSYSCOM has recently released overarching guidance, in the form of a Standard Work Package (SWP), on the Assess Only process for systems, service, and software that do not meet the criteria for full Assess and Authorize. The guidance describes Assess Only as applying to systems, service, and software that are single purpose, overall system risk score of low, and stand-alone (no external connections). Offerors will be provided the current SWP upon request*. However, the Government seeks alternative approaches that offer innovation and efficiencies to the current process outlined in the SWP. Your team needs to evaluate the three (3) products listed below as potential Assess Only Candidates. Your team has 4 weeks to conduct the analysis and provide a recommendation back to the NAVAIRSYSCOM ISSM. Describe the risk assessment approach utilized to assess the risk for these products, include a description of the report and its contents that will be submitted to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) as well.

Products:

--Teledyne Lecroy T3DSO1102 Digital Oscilloscope --Sensear SM1R Smart Headset --Lutron Motion Sensor Switch MS-OPS2H-WH

*Note: The Government will provide a copy of the SWP as Government-Furnished Information (GFI) to aid Offerors in preparation of their responses. The Distribution Statement of the SWP is D (Authorized to Department of Defense and U.S. DoD contractors only). Therefore, it will be provided only to interested parties once CAGE code is verified via an encrypted e-mail through Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Department of Defense (DOD) Secure Access File Exchange (SAFE) at https: //safe.apps.mil/. All such requests shall be directed to the Contract Specialist designated in Section L-1, Part A.

2.2 Management Approach

2.2.1 Management Plan

Offerors shall address the following:

(a) Management Approach: Approach to managing multiple concurrent tasks, for various customers, with fluctuating workloads and complex project issues. Include how the Offeror will effectively manage requirements under an IDIQ contract framework that does not require consistent full-time support for all positions. Address reach-back capabilities and plans in responding quickly to meet unpredictable requirements across a wide portfolio of digital technology areas.

(b) Recruitment/Retention: Given the difficulty in hiring and retaining highly skilled digital / IT personnel, particularly in the NAS Pax River area, provide plans and procedures that demonstrate how the Offeror will quickly hire and retain qualified personnel to meet requirements of this solicitation. Specifically address complex technology areas such as cybersecurity, data science and engineering, artificial intelligence, DEVSECOPS, etc.

(c) Teaming: The Prime contractor shall detail the level of subcontract effort anticipated, and include an outline of the type of work to be performed by each subcontractor. Offerors shall explain their teaming approach and include a description of what knowledge and skills the Offeror will acquire through each subcontract and how the Offeror will leverage their strengths to increase value to the customer. Also, describe how subcontractors will be managed to ensure cohesive integration into the overall management approach.

2.2.2 Facility Clearance

Provide evidence (e.g. written certification) of a current Secret Facility Clearance and discuss eligibility to obtain a Top Secret Facility clearance after contract award.

2.2.3. Small Business Utilization Strategy (Annex 2)

(1) Small Business (SB) Utilization Strategy: All Offerors shall describe their strategies for utilizing SB Concerns in the performance of this contract, whether as a JV, teaming arrangement, or subcontractor to achieve a Government established Small Business Participation goal of no less than 20% of the total subcontracted value, inclusive of options. Small business Offerors should include themselves in addressing their strategies. Although the aforementioned stated goal represents the Small Business category, Offerors shall include goals for not only Small Business, but also for Small Disadvantaged Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, HUBZone Small Business, and Women-Owned Small Business. All goals shall be presented in both dollars and percentages in relation to total subcontracted value/total contract value (choose one). This strategy is separate from, but shall be consistent with, the SB Subcontracting Plan, if such a Plan is required.

(2) SB Subcontracting Plans: The Large Business Offeror shall provide its SB Subcontracting Plan conforming to the requirements of FAR 19.7 and DFARS 219.7 as Annex 2, unless there is an already approved comprehensive SB Plan. The Subcontracting Plan of the successful Offeror(s) will be reviewed and approved by the PCO prior to contract award. See FAR 19.702(a) (1) Statutory Requirements, regarding failure of the apparent successful Offeror to negotiate and submit a Subcontracting Plan acceptable to the Contracting Officer. The successful Offeror’s approved Subcontracting Plan will be incorporated into the resultant contract.

3.0 VOLUME 3: PAST PERFORMANCE

Sources of past performance evaluation information include information provided by the Offeror in response to the solicitation, information obtained from questionnaires, and any other sources available to the Government, to include, but not limited to, the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information Systems, Electronic Subcontract Reporting System, or other databases; the Defense Contract Management Agency; and interviews with Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and Fee Determining Officials.

The Offeror shall complete the Past Performance Information Form, Attachment P3, for each past performance reference (contract or delivery/task order) performed within three years of the solicitation release date. The Offeror shall submit no more than five Past Performance Information Forms as the Prime Contractor, no more than two forms for each principal subcontractor, and/or no more than two forms for each JV team member. For contract references that contain delivery/task orders, additionally provide the work description(s) for each specific delivery/task order deemed relevant by the Offeror to this solicitation’s requirements. For contract references where the Offeror performed as a subcontractor, the Offeror shall clearly identify the applicable portion of the contract requirements that they performed. The Offeror shall submit written consent from its principal subcontractor(s) and JV team member(s) that will allow the Government to coordinate any past performance issues directly with the Offeror. If the Offeror does not submit the written consent, the Government will address any past performance issues directly with the principal subcontractor or JV Team member and the Offeror will forfeit the opportunity to participate in any related discussions. Consequently, for any principal subcontractor and JV team member that does not provide the written consent, the Offeror shall provide the name, address, phone number, and email address with whom the Government may address any past performance issues.

For a discussion on CAGE Code/DUNS, refer to section 1.0 Volume 1 Offer Letter/Section K, ii. Offerors should be advised that the CAGE Code/DUNS for each referenced contract is considered as part of the Relevancy determination, which determines if the contract reference will be included in the Past Performance evaluations. Note: Any information regarding CAGE Code/DUNS should be included within Volume 1 (Executive Summary) and does not need to be repeated here.

Offerors are advised that contracts assessed as not relevant by the Government will not be considered in the Past Performance assessments.

The Offeror shall provide a narrative on each Past Performance Information form in the “Contract Effort Description” area that clearly describes how each contract reference has relevant work effort that matches the relevancy definitions specified in Section M, Para. 3.0, of the solicitation. Additionally, the Offeror shall provide one electronic copy of the Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement for each contract reference as Annex 1 to this Past Performance Volume.

The primary source of past performance information will be PPIRS. If a Contractor Performance Assessment Report (CPAR) exists for multiple years for the same contract/order, all periods of performance within the recency period specified above, for that contract/order, will be used for evaluation. In the event a CPAR does not exist for a past performance reference, the Offeror shall submit a Contractor Performance Assessment Questionnaire (CPAQ), Attachment P2, to the Program Manager who is the Assessing Official. The Offeror shall include instructions for the Program Manager to send completed questionnaires within two weeks of its receipt via e-mail to Tess Goshorn, Contract Specialist, at Email tess.goshorn@navy.mil, thereby allowing the customer approximately two weeks to complete their response. All CPAQs should be received by the Government concurrently with the Offeror’s proposal submission.

4.0 VOLUME 4: PRICE/COST PROPOSAL

4.1 Volume Content:

This Volume shall also contain a copy of Section B with the Contract Line Item (CLIN) and Sub-CLIN Unit Prices and, for evaluation purposes, the Total Prices filled in using the estimated quantities value in the solicitation and the instructions below. Section B prices shall be provided separately in one digital data copy in MS Office 2010 Excel format on CD-ROM media. Within all Excel spreadsheets, the Offeror shall use formulas and functions to the maximum extent possible and avoid using output type “value only” cells. If links are utilized, supply those referenced files. Spreadsheets shall not be protected.

(c) All price/cost and price/cost supporting information shall be contained in Section B and the price/cost proposal. No price or pricing information shall be included in any other technical volume including cover letters. Offeror are responsible for submitting sufficient information to enable the Government to fully evaluate their price/cost proposal.

4.2 Ground Rules and Assumptions:

(a) As this is a competitive acquisition with adequate price competition anticipated, certified cost or pricing data in accordance with FAR 15.403-1 is not required.