RFQ for Reshaping Public Perception of Engineering 01.07.2025.pdf
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- Reshaping Public Perception of Engineering
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National Science Foundation
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This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the National Science Foundation (NSF) seeking services to reshape public perceptions of engineering to address growing demand, promote diversity, and inspire younger generations to pursue engineering careers. The RFQ (49100425Q0027) contemplates awarding a single Firm Fixed Price contract for a 12-month period of performance.
The work consists of three phases: (1) Research and Data Gathering, (2) Strategy Development and Action Plan, and (3) Pilot Implementation. Key deliverables include research findings, statistical review, strategy design, and a piloted action plan with performance monitoring. The work will be performed remotely with travel as needed. Quotes are due January 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM EDT and must be emailed to Soundjata Carty (scarty@nsf.gov). The award will be made to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer. Required submissions include technical approach and methodology, key personnel resumes, price proposal broken down by phases, and representations/certifications. Applicable NAICS codes are 541720, 541910, and 541611.
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| FAQ for RFQ 49100425Q0027.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 SOW.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2 Relevant FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference.pdf |
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Request for Quote (RFQ) – Reshaping Public Perception of Engineering – 49100425Q0027
1. Synopsis
• Action Code/Solicitation Number: TBD
• Date: January 7, 2025
• Product or Service Code: R499 or other relevant PSCs
• Contracting Office Address: 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314
• Subject: Reshaping Public Perceptions of Engineering
• Closing Response Date: January 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM EDT
• Contact Point or Contracting Officer: Soundjata Carty, scarty@nsf.gov
2. Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. This RFQ utilizes FAR Part 12.6 in conjunction with FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
The Government contemplates awarding a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract as a result of this solicitation. Award will be made to the vendor who submits the lowest price quote that is technically acceptable. Vendors are encouraged to review the attached Statement of Work (SOW) and provide a comprehensive response.
This project focuses on reshaping public perceptions of engineering to address the growing demand for engineers, promote diversity, and inspire younger generations to pursue engineering careers. The contractor will perform research, analyze data, and design and pilot an action plan to achieve the outlined objectives.
Key deliverables include research findings, a statistical review and strategy design, and a piloted action plan with performance monitoring and adaptations. The contractor will primarily perform work remotely, with travel as needed.
If you take exception to any provisions or terms, please explicitly state so in your quote.
3. Solicitation Details
• Solicitation Number: TBD
• Incorporated Provisions and Clauses: Those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-04 mailto:scarty@nsf.gov
• NAICS Codes: 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities); 541910 (Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling); 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services)
• Line Items:
CLIN Description Qty Price
0001 Phase 1: Research and Data Gathering (See SOW) 1
0002 Phase 2: Strategy Development and Action Plan 1
0003 Phase 3: Pilot Implementation 1
• Place of Performance: Remote, with required travel as detailed in the SOW
• Period of Performance: From the date of award through 12 months
4. Applicable Clauses and Provisions
FAR Clauses
• 52.212-1: Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items
• 52.212-3: Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items
• 52.212-4: Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items
• 52.212-5: Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items
• 52.204-7: System for Award Management
• 52.204-16: Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting
• 52.204-18: Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance
• 52.232-33: Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management
• 52.222-36: Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities
• 52.222-50: Combating Trafficking in Persons
• 52.225-13: Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases
• 52.204-27: Prohibition of a Bytedance Covered Application (JUN 2023)
Agency-Specific Clauses
• NSF 110: Submission of Proper Invoice
• NSF 310: Notice of Registering in Research.gov
5. Evaluation Criteria
The Government will issue an award resulting from this RFQ to the responsible offeror whose quote offers the lowest price and meets all technical requirements as outlined in the SOW.
6. Submission Instructions
• Due Date: January 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM EDT
• Submission: Quotes must be emailed to Soundjata Carty at scarty@nsf.gov. Include "RFQ Response – Reshaping Public Perceptions of Engineering" in the subject line.
• Required Information:
o Technical Approach and Methodology o Key Personnel Resumes o Price Proposal (broken down by phases) o Representations and Certifications (as per FAR 52.212-3)
Attachments
1. Statement of Work (SOW)
2. Relevant FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference
End of RFQ mailto:scarty@nsf.gov
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