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N40339-17-R-S001

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CONTRACTORS QUEST & ANSWERS

Questions/Answers, N40339-17-R-S001, Direct Procurement Method (DPM) PPSO

1) Question: I have a question about the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted to FBO under solicitation number N4033917RS001. I am hoping to find out if there is an incumbent contractor currently performing these services or if this is a new requirement. If there is an incumbent, could you please provide the contract number?

Answer: Contractor's name is Circle Freight International, Bahrain, contract number is N49400-12-D-A002.

2) Question: We would just like to inquire if the below listed effort is a new requirement or not. Title: PERSONAL PROPERTY SHIPMENTS FOR THE DIRECT PROCUREMENT METHOD PERSONAL PROPERTY SHIPPING OFFICE, Solicitation #: N4033917RS001, If not, we’d like to request for the contractor name, contract number, and task order if there is any.

Answer: Contractor’s name is Circle Freight International, Bahrain, contract number is N49400-12-D-A002.

3) Question: With reference to the posting of the subject solicitation on Fedbiz, its mentioned that this solicitation is intended only for sources duly authorized to operate and do business in the United Arab Emirates as prescribed by DFARS 225.1103 (3). I understand the place of performance is Bahrain, so reckon the above must be an oversight.

Answer: Correction. Pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation 5.202 (a) (12), this is a non-mandatory synopsis. This solicitation is intended only for sources duly authorized to operate and do business in Bahrain as prescribed by DFARS 225.1103 (3). This information has been corrected in the description of the FedBiz Opps notice.

4) Question: We would just like to inquire if the below listed effort is a new requirement or not.

Answer: The solicitation is a new requirement.

5) Question: To provide you with the best service possible, approximately how many moves are you anticipating a year for the RFP: Direct Procurement Method.

Answer: We expect an estimated of 700 inbound and 800 outbound moves for 1 year.

6) Question: Just wanted to confirm that the last day to come back to you with any queries and clarifications on the bid is 22nd January, am I correct.

Answer: 22 January 2017 is the last day for any questions.

7) Question: Also can these be addressed one on one or it has to be via a phone call or email.

Answer: Any/all questions can be sent via email only.

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