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ALiSS – Industry Day Questions
Contracting Food Fuel Local Requirements (Licenses/taxes/etc.)
Medical Security Other
CONTRACTING
No. 1 QUESTION: Can you please clarify the type (Fixed Price, T&M, or Cost Plus, Award Fee/Fixed Fee) of anticipated task orders and CLINs on the IDIQ contract?
ANSWER: The Government will be using a hybrid structure. Contract types for the individual task orders may fall under one or more of the following, depending on the type, complexity, and urgency of the task order requirement: fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, labor-hour, and/or time-and-materials. The CLIN structure has not been finalized. Details will be provided at the time of the RFP.
No. 2 QUESTION: Will the Government be providing additional position descriptions and requirements, outside of those listed in the presentation?
ANSWER: Yes.
No. 3 QUESTION: Will small businesses bidding as a prime be exempted from CAS approval?
ANSWER: Yes, in accordance with FAR Part 30.
No. 4 QUESTION: Will the RFP include a list of all government provided equipment?
ANSWER: The Government will provide a list of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) with the RFP.
No. 5 QUESTION: Will the government reserve the right to award whole or in part?
ANSWER: The Government does not intend to award in part. The Government does, however, reserve the right to award multiple IDIQs.
No. 6 QUESTION: You mentioned small business, HubZone set asides. How do you or how do local vendors qualify in some manner for these? (You also mentioned the “need” when possible to promote the local economy through local procurement and hiring of Afghan locals.)
ANSWER: Foreign firms, regardless of size, do not qualify. It is for the contractor to propose what they believe to be the best breakdown between subcontractors (U.S. small businesses, large businesses, local firms, etc.). The contractor should factor in what jobs can be performed in Afghanistan based upon the levels of education, the security environment, and clearance requirements.
The Government will review the proposed small business plan, and reserves the right to revisit and inspect the plan after award.
No. 7 QUESTION: Is there any restriction on subcontracting work share (%)?
ANSWER: Not at this time.
No. 8 QUESTION: The services required under the ALiSS contract are difficult to definitize because so many factors are outside of DoS control. This will make pricing exceedingly difficult unless the Government specifies an overall Basis of Estimate for the required support services. In the absence of doing so, the lowest price will simply go to the firm(s) with the narrowest assumptions, potentially masking cost efficiencies of more capable providers. Will the Government provide a Basis of Estimate or Sample Problem(s) to normalize the pricing basis?
ANSWER: The Government is contemplating the issuance of sample task orders for certain services.
The government has provided, in its industry day slide deck, a base of assumptions upon which industry should formulate proposals. The DoS will provide an estimated population size, sites, and scope of support services. We recognize that revisions may be required as the situation on the ground unfolds.
FOOD
No. 1 QUESTION: Will pork products be brought in under a Diplomatic Note?
ANSWER: All products are brought in under a Diplomatic Note. No distinction is made for pork or other food products.
FUEL
No. 1 QUESTION: You indicate a requirement for diesel and Mo-Gas in the presentation but what about JET-A or JP8 aviation fuel in support of Embassy Mission, Embassy Air, INL/A, and DEA?
ANSWER: Aviation fuel is not necessary for this contract.
LOCAL REQUIREMENTS (Licenses/Taxes/Visas/etc.)
No. 1 QUESTION: What Afghan licenses will be required?
ANSWER: Contractors are required to comply with Afghan law. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that they have obtained all host country required licenses and permits to establish operations in Afghanistan.
No. 2 QUESTION: The BSA exempts DOD prime contractors from paying taxes. Will State negotiate for similar exemptions?
ANSWER: Contractors are required to comply with Afghan law. At the present time, contractors should assume that they will be required to pay taxes. Should this change, the DOS will inform the Contractor.
No. 3 QUESTION: Will the prime contractors and subcontractors be GIROA tax exempt?
ANSWER: See Number 2 directly above
No. 4 QUESTION: What are the visa requirements, if any?
ANSWER: American Companies may contact the Embassy of Afghanistan for information on the visa requirements, approximate time frame for obtaining the required licenses and permits, and the approximate cost(s) involved.
Embassy of the Afghanistan
2233 Wisconsin Ave., NW Washington, DC 20007 Phone: 202-298-9125 Email: consulate@embassyofafghanistan.org Website: http://www.embassyofafghanistan.org/
Other foreign companies may contact the respective Embassy of Afghanistan in their country for obtaining this information, if available.
No. 5 QUESTION: Will security service providers be exempt from Decree 6a and APPF requirements from Afghan government?
ANSWER: No, all DoS contractors are responsible for complying with local Afghan law, and will be required to comply with Decree 6a, and use of APPF.
No. 6 QUESTION: Will a business license (LLC) be required to have in Afghanistan to operate as a contractor?
ANSWER: Contractors are required to comply with Afghan law. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that they have obtained all host country required licenses and permits.
No. 7 QUESTION: Will all subcontractors require valid AISA and operating licenses for Afghanistan or can they be covered by the prime?
ANSWER: Contractors are required to comply with Afghan law. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that they have obtained all host country required licenses and permits. This is applicable to all contractor parties.
MEDICAL
No. 1 QUESTION: Do all medical providers have to be Canada or U.S. licensed? Does this extend to ancillary personnel as well like lab, x-ray, nurses, etc.?
ANSWER: Physicians and Primary Care Providers shall be licensed in the United States or Canada; physicians and primary care providers licensed elsewhere will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All health care providers and medical support staff shall: be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English; demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs; have recent clinical experience in patient care, including at least 6 months out of the past year.
No. 2 QUESTION: Will contractors provide their own medical support?
ANSWER: The intent is that contractors will use the provided DoS-contracted medical services which will include basic primary/acute (not chronic) care, limited ancillary services, and surgical resuscitative stabilization. Contractors will still be responsible for evacuation of their personnel out of Afghanistan as required.
No. 3 QUESTION: Immunization requirements/GFE?
ANSWER: Contract personnel are expected to come into country up to date on all immunizations and with an adequate supply of routine medications. Contractor will be responsible to provide vaccines for seasonal flu as well as to maintain a limited supply of vaccines for medical issues such as rabies and tetanus as medically indicated – routine vaccines will not be provided.
No. 4 QUESTION: Are the design, build, and operate aspects of the mentioned clinical care facilities at the military camps part of this requirement?
ANSWER: No. DOS will not be providing medical support to DOD or other military FOBs.
mailto:consulate@embassyofafghanistan.org
SECURITY
No. 1 QUESTION: Will security services providers be required to be in compliance with ANSI PSC 1?
ANSWER: At the present time, the Department of State is not requiring compliance with ANSI PSC 1. Note: ALiSS has no requirements for “security services providers”. The Contractor may have requirements to provide static security for employee housing. DOS will have requirements for “RSO Support Services”.
No. 2 QUESTION: For the security provider, will you require a ratio like with the APPF? A certain number of US to Afghans.
ANSWER: At the present time, the Department of State will not require a specific ratio. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that they meet all host nation requirements. Note: ALiSS has no requirements for “security services providers”. The Contractor may have requirements to provide static security for employee housing. DOS will have requirements for “RSO Support Services”.
OTHER
No. 1 QUESTION: Will DoS provide customs clearances and diplomatic exemptions for supplies and equipment brought in to support this contract?
ANSWER: Yes, the Government will work with the Contractor on this. This does not include the Diplomatic Pouch but the Government would provide letters of support.
No. 2 QUESTION: Will Embassy Air be available for ALiSS contractors for movement into and within Afghanistan? Will there be any restrictions to Americans, Foreign Nationals, or Local Nationals?
ANSWER: Embassy Air does not fly in and out of Afghanistan. It is available to all vetted personnel within the country. It should be noted that EA is operated under a working capital fund with the intention of recovering 100% of operating costs. As such, payment is required for each traveler on a per flight/per seat charge basis.
No. 3 QUESTION: Are there established escort ratios for Foreign Nationals and Local National workers?
ANSWER: The RSO Kabul Security Handbook establishes escort ratios based on types of mission badges. The ratio ranges from 10 visitors for escorts with Blue Badges/Blue V Badges (cleared American citizens) to 5 visitors for escorts with Yellow Badges (fully vetted Locally Engaged Staff (LES) and non-Locally Engaged Staff).
No. 4 QUESTION: Will you have levy exemptions for inbound sustainment cargo to the U.S. mission? Will there be any granted like Iraq?
ANSWER: DOS anticipates working with GiRoA and the Contractor for levy exemptions for sustainment cargo.
No. 5 QUESTION: Do you expect that the contract will require interoperability and working with other federal agencies to share resources like DEA?
ANSWER: The contract will not require interoperability with other federal agencies like DEA. However, there may be interoperability with DLA (for food initially, and fuel) and DOD (for medical support if available).
No. 6 QUESTION: With regard to movement into country, will American personnel be authorized CACs, OCNs, LOA, and/or any support to obtain Afghan visas?
ANSWER: SPOT will be required, so LOAs will also be required. If CACs are required, then DOS will support.
No. 7 QUESTION: You note that this is not an O&M contract, however, when speaking about security support, you request “maintenance” for multiple armored vehicles and platforms (including ZBV). Does that mean there is a separate O&M requirement for security “support”?
ANSWER: In DOS, O&M is typically provides Facilities support. ALiSS will provide Life Services Support, primarily in support of GSO, RSO and RMO. DOS will attempt to deconflict support requirements so as to minimize duplication of effort wherever possible.
No. 8 QUESTION: Will UK nationals be acceptable for certain labor categories?
ANSWER: UK nationals are acceptable for positions that are not specified as cleared Americans/specific clearance, or physicians and primary care providers.
No. 9 QUESTION: What company or companies are the current LOGCAP contractors providing life support services for these requirements?
ANSWER: The current LOGCAP provider for U.S. Embassy Kabul food services is Fluor with food supply support from Anham.
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