RFQ Attachment 6 - Amendment 2 - QA_2.docx
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This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for security and emergency preparedness maintenance services for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside under simplified acquisition procedures. It requires a contractor to provide maintenance and installation services for NIAID's physical security infrastructure, including access control, visitor management, video surveillance, and alarm monitoring systems across multiple NIAID facilities. The period of performance includes a base period from July 15, 2024 to February 28, 2025, with two 1-year option periods. Quotes are due by July 8, 2024 and the government intends to award a time and materials purchase order to the responsible offeror that represents the best value. Pricing is required for labor categories and other direct costs up to specified ceilings. The solicitation includes a questions and answers document that provides clarification on staffing, certifications, service call volumes, and other contract details.
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Other files for this federal contract opportunity
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFQ Attachment 5 - Amendment 1 - QA.pdf | ||
| RFQ Attachment 1 - SOW.pdf | ||
| RFQ Attachment 4 - CLIN Structure Template.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| RFQ Attachment 3 - FAR 52.212-5.pdf | ||
| RFQ Attachment 2 - Provisions and Clauses.pdf |
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RFQ-NIAID-24-2207171
RFQ Attachment 6 - Amendment 2 Questions and Answers July 5, 2024
Q1) One technician may not be sufficient. What's the maximum number of staff member will contract support?
A1) It is the contractor’s prerogative to staff as needed to fulfill the requirements detailed in the Statement of Work.
Q2) PACS technicians generally do not have these certs or experience. Will need IT Security professional.
A2) NIAID confirms that the Contractor must provide staff which, in aggregate, have the technical expertise and certifications listed. No single staff member must possess all the required certifications.
NIAID clarifies the certifications as follows:
"Certified System Engineer ICAM PACS (CSEIP) (2 certified staff)” = Certified System Engineer Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) Physical Access Control System (PACS) (CSEIP) (2 certified staff)
“Cisco CCNA Certification or higher” = Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification or higher
Q3) What's the total number of service tickets per day/week and resolution time, currently? To determine proper number of staff members for timely completion of service orders and deliverables.
A3) Please see Attachment 6 - Amendment 1 for estimated service call volume. The current resolution time is less than 24 hours after the ticket is placed.
Q4) Which site will be operations HQ?
A4) There is not an operations headquarters. For this contract, NIAID will not be providing any space for the contractor to work. The following address can be utilized if one is required for billing: 5601 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852.
Q5) Will there be an extension for RFQ-NIAID-24-2207171 due to the upcoming Federal holiday?
A5) See Amendment 1. NIAID has already extended the due date to July 9, 2024 at 4:00pm ET.
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