Sol_1305M324Q0283.pdf

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes on RFQ Number 1305M324Q0283.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-0 (May 2024).

This solicitation is being issued as a total Small Business Set-Aside. The associated NAICS code is 483112. The small business size standard is 1,500 Employees.

This combined solicitation/synopsis is for purchase of the following commercial services:

CLIN 0001 – Base Period Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance July 1, 2024 through September 1, 2024 with 16 vessel days to occur between July 6, 2024 through July 21, 2024. 16 Vessel Days from July 6-21, 2024.

CLIN 0002 – Base Period Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance July 1, 2024 through September 1, 2024 with 16 vessel days to occur between July 6, 2024 through July 21, 2024. 16 Vessel Days from July 6-21, 2024.

CLIN 1001 – Option Period 1 Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. Not to exceed 12 Vessel Days.

CLIN 1002 – Option Period 1 Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. Not to exceed 12 Vessel Days.

Description of requirements is as follows:

See attached Statement of Work which applies to Base Period and Option Period 1.

Date(s) and place(s) of delivery and acceptance:

Period of performance shall be:

Base Period for a two month period 07/01/2024 through 09/01/2024 with 16 vessel days to occur between July 6, 2024 through July 21, 2024.

Option Period 1 for a four month period 06/01/2025 through 09/30/2025. Not to exceed 12 vessel days.

Place of Performance is surveys shall depart from and return to the Green Cay Marina on St. Croix, USVI.

(viii) FAR provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Sept 2023), applies to this acquisition and can be found on the Request for Quote form SF1449 attachment.

(ix) FAR provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021), applies to this acquisition and can be found on the Request for Quote form SF1449 attachment.

(x) FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Feb 2024), applies to this acquisition and can be found on the Request for Quote form SF1449 attachment. Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of the provision with its offer.

(xi) FAR clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2023), applies to this acquisition and can be found on the Request for Quote form SF1449 attachment.

(xii) FAR clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Feb 2024), applies to this acquisition apply can be found in full text on the Request for Quote form SF1449 attachment.

(xiii) Any additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions that apply can be found on the Request for Quote form SF1449 attachment.

(xiv) Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and assigned rating does not apply.

(xv) Quotes are required to be received in the contracting office no later than 12:00PM MST/MDT on 06/12/2024. All quotes must be submitted electronically via email to Jamie.Rosales@noaa.gov.

(xvi) Any questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted electronically via email to Jamie.Rosales@noaa.gov.

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1352.215-72 Inquiries (Apr 2010)

OFFERORS MUST SUBMIT ALL QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS SOLICITATION IN WRITING

VIA EMAIL TO JAMIE.ROSALES@NOAA.GOV. QUESTIONS SHOULD BE RECEIVED NO

LATER THAN 06/10/2024. Any responses to questions will be made in writing, without identification of the questioner, and will be included in an amendment to the solicitation. Even if provided in other form, only the question responses included in the amendment to the solicitation will govern performance of the contract.

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STATEMENT OF WORK

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Statement of Work (SOW) for Vessel Charter in Support of Biological Surveys in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 BACKGROUND

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) conducts research on federally managed marine fisheries, protected species, and the habitats that support them. The Habitat Ecology Branch (HEB) within the SEFSC has a funded MSA Program research project that requires completion of randomized island-wide dive surveys of queen conch populations in multiple locations around the island of St. Croix, USVI.

In order to successfully complete this project, as many sites as possible need to be visually surveyed to provide a robust sample size which will generate an extensive data set of queen conch morphometrics. We plan to survey conch populations at numerous sites around St. Croix during an upcoming field expedition from July 6 – July 21, 2024. To facilitate efficient completion of surveys NOAA Fisheries requires two experienced captains with two appropriate vessels consisting of ample deck and storage space for dive/snorkel and scientific equipment.

1.2 SCOPE

SEFSC divers and scientists will conduct queen conch population surveys from July 6 – July 21, 2024. To facilitate efficient completion of surveys the SEFSC requires two small vessels appropriate for carrying four divers each, a top-side support person, up to 10 SCUBA tanks per vessel, survey equipment, and dive equipment (i.e., fins, masks, and BCDs). Each vessel must have a licensed captain knowledgeable in navigation of the local area. This will enable NOAA SEFSC Principal Investigators and field personnel to focus on locating survey locations and conducting queen conch population surveys as efficiently as possible.

1.3 OBJECTIVE

To conduct scientific diver-based survey operations of the queen conch population located in the nearshore waters of St. Croix, USVI, including Lang Bank. These surveys will employ radial surveys and include visual characterization of benthic habitats and collection of in-situ measurements of queen conch located in the study area. This requirement is to provide two small vessels appropriate for intensive diving operations that will support NOAA SEFSC dive teams and queen conch surveys in and around St. Croix, USVI.

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

The primary task that must be completed is to provide and captain two vessels carrying a total of eight divers and scientific crew to specified locations in St. Croix, USVI, from July 6 – July 21, 2024.

A. VESSEL REQUIREMENTS

1. Each vessel must have a minimum overall length (LOA) of 32 feet and beam measuring between 10-12 feet.

2. Each vessel must have, in proper working order, all required United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved safety, navigation, and communication devices and equipment. Safety gear must meet USCG and OSHA standards. It is desired that safety gear is also SOLAS compliant.

3. Each vessel must be capable of carrying up to six NOAA divers and crew including dive equipment (e.g., BCDs, masks, fins) and survey equipment (e.g., dive flags, dive reels, calipers).

4. Each vessel must be outfitted with adequate deck space and tank racks for storing and securing up to 10 SCUBA tanks on a daily basis.

5. Each vessel and captain must meet NOAA small boat safety standards as outlined in the NOAA Small Boat Standards and Procedures Manual Edition 4.2 (attached to this solicitation).

6. Each vessel must be equipped with a minimum of one anchor and sufficient ground tackle to safely and securely anchor the vessel. Consistent with mission objectives, the vessels must employ anchoring methods in accordance with local regulations to minimize damage to sensitive habitats during any anchoring operations.

7. Each vessel must be able to maintain underway status for the entire duration of the charter. Each vessel must be able to maintain all deck and other necessary services while underway or while on-station (at anchor or otherwise).

8. Each vessel must have a minimum of one VHF radio mounted near the helm. VHF radio contact must be maintained between the vessels. During dive operations, the Captains and scientific crew must monitor and respond to VHF radio communications, check-ins, and emergency call-ins with Government personnel away from the vessel.

9. Each vessel must be equipped with a functioning depth sounder to facilitate navigation and dive operations requiring information about the depth of water beneath the vessels.

10. Each vessel must be equipped with a functioning GPS and chart plotter with updated electronic charts installed mounted at the helm.

11. Each vessel must have the capability to receive up-to-date weather information. The Captains must review and discuss weather reports on a daily basis with the Project Lead.

12. Each vessel must be capable of transiting long distances on a daily basis as requested by the Project Lead.

13. Each vessel must have a full bimini top covering the entire deck area for protection from the elements while on the water.

14. Each vessel must have full swim platforms and ladders with rear deck space to allow divers to don gear, enter the water, and exit the water safely and efficiently.

15. The Captains must conduct a pre-charter shipboard and safety briefing for all crew and Government personnel. At a minimum, the orientation must review the purpose, location, and emergency operation of vessel EPIRBS, VHF and single sideband radios, life jackets, and fire-fighting equipment. In addition, emergency procedures for man overboard and abandon ship must be reviewed including the responsibilities of each scientific crew member in case of the occurrence of these events. Any additional safety information that is specific to the vessels must also be covered at this time.

16. As mandated by NOAA Dive Program regulations, one appropriately sized Emergency Oxygen Kit must be carried on each vessel during dive operations.

17. The contractor must provide USCG-approved life jackets for all personnel aboard.

18. A Category I 406 MHZ EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) must be affixed to the exterior of each vessel in a manner approved by the USCG.

B. CREW REQUIREMENTS

1. The contractor must provide a Captain for each vessel, appropriately licensed by the USCG for the gross tonnage of the vessel, for the duration of the charter. The Captains must be competent in the use of navigation and safety equipment. The Captains must have experience transiting long distances in small vessels, navigating busy waterways, and operating in the near shore environments of Caribbean islands.

2. The Captains must have demonstrated experience deploying and recovering divers safely from the water.

3. Captains must have all required and necessary qualifications, licenses, and certifications appropriate to their position and must provide all necessary qualifications, licenses, and certifications for the crew as well.

C. GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL

1. Government personnel may consist of Government employees and/or employees of corporations, academic institutions, contractors, or other entities.

2. The TPOC is the primary point of contact for contract management issues, including contract performance and invoicing. While on charter one of the Government’s personnel will be the Project Lead. The Project Lead will be on board and responsible for implementation of the Project Instructions, reporting compliance of vessel and crew with the contract terms, all scientific operations, and the conduct and performance of Government personnel aboard the vessel for the duration of the charter. The Project Lead and the Captain must work together to achieve the goals of the project in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Any problems that cannot be resolved by the Chief Scientist and the Captain must be referred to the TPOC, who will consult with and advise the Contracting Officer to determine a resolution.

3. Government personnel will not be involved in responsibilities typical of the vessel’s crew, such as standing watch, line handling, or operating mechanical non-Government equipment.

D. OPERATING PROCEDURES

1. The workday length and hours will be determined by the Project Lead in consultation with the Captains. The decision will be based on the type of operations expected each day (transiting, survey operations, etc.) as well as on the prevailing weather conditions. The length of the work day will generally range from dawn until dusk and will not exceed 12 hours, per NOAA regulations. The Project Lead has the final authority for the scientific operations of the vessel and Government personnel, except in matters relating to safety of the vessel and personnel on board.

2. The Project Lead and Captains must work together to resolve all problems which occur regarding the charter and operations while underway. In the event the Project Lead and Captains are unable to resolve any problem which has the potential to significantly impact the scientific mission or threatens the safety of the Government personnel, the Project Lead, under consultation with the TPOC and Contracting Officer, may direct the vessel to return to port where an acceptable solution will be arranged between the Government and the contractor, or the charter will be terminated. The vessel will be off-charter if required to return to port and will remain off-charter until the problem has been resolved and the vessel has returned to the survey area.

3. All contractor and vessel equipment specified in the Government’s statement of work and that which is not specified but is necessary for the safe and continuous operation of the vessel must be operational at the beginning of the charter and maintained in working order throughout the duration of the charter.

4. During the charter, all small boat activities must be approved by the Project Lead and must only be conducted in support of the scientific mission.

5. Passengers are not permitted to be transported aboard NOAA chartered vessels for any reason without review and approval from the NOAA Contracting Officer in consultation with the TPOC, program official, or designee acting on behalf of the program office chartering the vessel. No individuals will be aboard without NOAA authorization.

Exception to this requirement is permitted for purposes of rescuing and saving life at sea.

F. OPERATING AREA

For this charter the contractor will navigate the vessels in coastal waters surrounding St Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, including the Buck Island Reef National Monument and Lang Bank. The general operating area is indicated by the white polygons in the image below. The Project Lead and Captains will discuss and select daily survey areas based on weather forecasts and project status.

Map of the operating area located in coastal waters of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. The survey sites will be randomly located within the waters enclosed by the white polygons.

G. DELIVERABLES

The following is a schedule of all deliverables, including administrative deliverables, required during the period of performance of this contract:

Item Description Due Date Recipient Reference Pre-charter meeting

Meeting with Captain and Project Lead to discuss charter operations

7-14 days prior to scheduled departure date

Project Lead

USCG

Certificate of Inspection

Available upon award

Project Lead 2.F.1

Captain and crew qualifications

Available upon award

Project Lead 2.C.3

Post-charter debrief meeting

Meeting with Captain and Project Lead to debrief on charter operations

10-14 days post charter

Project Lead

H. ATTACHMENTS

1. The NOAA Small Boat Standards and Procedures Manual, Edition 4.2

I. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

Base Period: July 1, 2024 – September 1, 2024; 2 Vessels, 16 days per vessel.

Option Period 1: June 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025; 2 Vessels, 12 days per vessel.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

COAST GUARD INSPECTION

Performance under this contract is dependent on the vessel(s) passing a U.S. Coast Guard safety examination. The Coast Guard inspection shall be performed no earlier than two weeks before the vessels’ scheduled departure and the Coast Guard certification must be obtained by the vessels no less than one week prior to scheduled departure. In the event that the contractor does not obtain the Coast Guard inspection, the Government may terminate the contract, and the contractor may be liable to the Government for excess re-procurement costs. Inspection is required before the commencement of each charter year, unless the Coast Guard has issued a letter of inspection that is valid for the time period of the charter. The contractor will arrange for the inspection, and any costs associated with bringing the vessels to passing standard shall be borne by the contractor. A copy of the Coast Guard certification shall be posted on each vessel.

CHARTER VESSEL SAFETY

The contractor shall adhere to the safety regulations as set forth in Coast Guard rules effective on September 15, 1991, and as provided for by the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Safety Act of 1988 (specifically, 46 CFR Part 28) or subsequent additions or revisions. These regulations require that specified vessels be equipped with a variety of safety features and equipment.

A Coast Guard inspection of the vessel based on an interagency agreement between National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the Coast Guard or 46 CFR Part 28 will be required prior to performance. In addition to the requirements of 46 CFR Part 28, the Coast Guard inspection will require conformance with standards for lifesaving and firefighting equipment in the Rules for Small Passenger Vessels, which exceed 46 CFR Part 28. Issuance of the notice to proceed by the Government is conditioned upon the successful completion of the mandatory Coast Guard inspection under Part I, Paragraph 17 of this contract. Failure of the Contractor to successfully complete the inspection requirements shall be grounds for termination of this contract.

Conformance with present regulations for commercial fishing vessels requires that the master or an individual in charge of the vessel ensures that safety drills and instruction are conducted at least once a month (46 CFR 28.270). Safety orientations must be given to each individual on board that has not received the instruction and has not participated in the drills before the vessel can continue to operate. The contractor shall conduct such safety orientations prior to sailing on each cruise leg. It is recommended that a full drill be completed early in each cruise leg even if less than a month has elapsed since the last drill due to the frequent wholesale exchange of scientific personnel at cruise breaks. Each vessel must also have all required emergency instructions posted (46 CFR 28.265).

MECHANICAL BREAKDOWNS OR NON-PERFORMANCE

The contractor is responsible for maintaining all contractor provided equipment and vessels in a safe operating condition during the contract performance. If a mechanical breakdown occurs of the vessel(s) or other contractor provided equipment that is greater than 12 hours cumulative within a 24-hour period that begins at 0700 and ends at 0659, the vessel(s) and all contractor provided equipment shall be considered off charter and make-up fishing days may be required.

The charter shall also be considered off charter if the Captain or Crew of the boat is unable to perform the duties as outlined in the Statement of Work in increments of time greater than 12 hours cumulative within a 24-hour period that begins at 0700 and ends at 0659. The contractor shall make every reasonable effort to resolve the problem causing the vessel(s), contractor provided equipment or Captain and Crew to be out of service and bring it back into service as quickly as possible to continue contract performance. Mechanical breakdown periods in excess of four (4) consecutive or four (4) cumulative days may be grounds for termination of the contract. In the event that the breakdown requires the vessel(s) to return to port for repairs, the vessel(s) will not be considered back on charter until the vessel(s) returns to active survey status as determined by the Contracting Officer in consultation with TPOC.

WORKING CONDITIONS FOR GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL

The contractor shall provide safe, efficient working conditions and accommodations to the Government personnel free from violence, threats of violence, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and other disruptive behavior. The contractor, its agents, subcontractors, and employees, including the Captain and crew of the vessel shall not harass, assault, oppose, impede, intimidate, threaten, interfere with or make unwelcome advances toward any member of the Government field party. Violation under this clause may result in termination of the contract, at the discretion of the Government under the Default Clause, and in consequent liability of the contractor to the Government for any costs incurred, as well as debarment, suspension or similar action from future participation in government contracts.

PRESENCE OF FAMILY MEMBERS

Unless serving as crew, the spouses or children of crew members or owner(s) may not accompany the vessel during the term of the charter without obtaining written approval in advance from the vessel captain. Liability for any family members allowed on board during the charter is the sole responsibility of the contractor.

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SEATTLE WA 98115

7600 Sand Point Way NE

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REQUEST FOR

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FOR BID (IFB)

10. THIS ACQUISITION ISCODE

REQUEST FOR

QUOTE (RFQ)

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

13b. RATING

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY

CLASSIFICATION STANDARD

(NAICS):

SMALL BUSINESS

06/12/2024 1200 MD

06/05/2024

JAMIE ROSALES

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INFORMATION CALL:

FOR SOLICITATION 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIMEb. TELEPHONE NUMBER a. NAME

4. ORDER NUMBER3. AWARD/ 6. SOLICITATION

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GALVESTON TX 77551-6015

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SEATTLE WA 98115

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MICHELLE WALTON

. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION (BLOCK 5),

INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE SET FORTH

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND DELIVER

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ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY ADDITIONAL

SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

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AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Government Use Only)

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STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

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Section II - Supplies or Services and Price/Costs Section IX - Contract Clauses Section X - List of Attachments

Section II - Supplies or Services and Price/Costs

CLIN List

Item Number Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Amount

0001 16 DA

BASE PERIOD: Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel #1 charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance July 1, 2024 through September 1, 2024 with 16 vessel days to occur between July 6, 2024 through July 21, 2024. 16 Vessel Days from July 6-21, 2024.

Award Type: Firm-fixed-price Product/Service Code: V224

0002 16 DA

BASE PERIOD: Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel #2 charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance July 1, 2024 through September 1, 2024 with 16 vessel days to occur between July 6, 2024 through July 21, 2024. 16 Vessel Days from July 6-21, 2024.

Award Type: Firm-fixed-price Product/Service Code: V224

1001 12 DA

OPTION PERIOD 1: Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel #1 charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025.

Not to exceed 12 Vessel Days.

Award Type: Firm-fixed-price

(Option Line Item)

Item Number Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Amount

Product/Service Code: V224 Period of Performance: 06/01/2025 to 09/30/2025

1002 12 DA

OPTION PERIOD 1: Services, non-personal, to provide all labor, equipment and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary for dive vessel #2 charter services for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC) in Galveston, TX, in accordance with the Statement of Work. Period of Performance June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025.

Not to exceed 12 Vessel Days.

Award Type: Firm-fixed-price

(Option Line Item)

Product/Service Code: V224 Period of Performance: 06/01/2025 to 09/30/2025

Section IX - Contract Clauses

Clauses Incorporated by Reference Clause Number Clause Title

52.204-7 System for Award Management. (OCT 2018)

52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance. (OCT 2018)

52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting.

(AUG 2020)

52.204-17 Ownership or Control of Offeror. (AUG 2020)

52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance.

(AUG 2020)

52.204-20 Predecessor of Offeror. (AUG 2020)

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (NOV 2023)

52.232-18 Availability of Funds. (APR 1984) 1352.201-70 Contracting Officer's Authority. (MAR 2010) 1352.209-73 Compliance with the laws. (APR 2010) 1352.209-74 Organizational conflict of interest. (APR 2010)

FAR - 52.217-9 Option To Extend the Term of the Contract. (MAR 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 15 days prior to option period start date; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 15 days prior to option period start date. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 2 years 6 months.

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FAR 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (NOV 2021)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision-

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition. (1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to-

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to-

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services."

(d) Representations. The Offeror represents that-

(1) It [ ] will, [ ] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds "will" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that-

It [ ] does, [ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds "does" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.

(e) Disclosures. (1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "will" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment-

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services-

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "does" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment-

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services-

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(End of provision)

FAR 52.204-29 Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders-Representation and Disclosures.

(DEC 2023)

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision, Covered article, FASCSA order, Intelligence community, National security system, Reasonable inquiry, Sensitive compartmented information, Sensitive compartmented information system, and Source have the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-30, Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders-Prohibition.

(b) Prohibition. Contractors are prohibited from providing or using as part of the performance of the contract any covered article, or any products or services produced or provided by a source, if the prohibition is set out in an applicable Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act

(FASCSA) order, as described in paragraph (b)(1) of FAR 52.204-30, Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders-Prohibition.

(c) Procedures. (1) The Offeror shall search for the phrase "FASCSA order" in the System for Award Management (SAM)(https://www.sam.gov) for any covered article, or any products or services produced or provided by a source, if there is an applicable FASCSA order described in paragraph (b)(1) of FAR 52.204-30, Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders- Prohibition.

(2) The Offeror shall review the solicitation for any FASCSA orders that are not in SAM, but are effective and do apply to the solicitation and resultant contract (see FAR 4.2303(c)(2)).

(3) FASCSA orders issued after the date of solicitation do not apply unless added by an amendment to the solicitation.

(d) Representation. By submission of this offer, the offeror represents that it has conducted a reasonable inquiry, and that the offeror does not propose to provide or use in response to this solicitation any covered article, or any products or services produced or provided by a source, if the covered article or the source is prohibited by an applicable FASCSA order in effect on the date the solicitation was issued, except as waived by the solicitation, or as disclosed in paragraph (e).

(e) Disclosures. The purpose for this disclosure is so the Government may decide whether to issue a waiver. For any covered article, or any products or services produced or provided by a source, if the covered article or the source is subject to an applicable FASCSA order, and the Offeror is unable to represent compliance, then the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(1) Name of the product or service provided to the Government;

(2) Name of the covered article or source subject to a FASCSA order;

(3) If applicable, name of the vendor, including the Commercial and Government Entity code and unique entity identifier (if known), that supplied the covered article or the product or service to the Offeror;

(4) Brand;

(5) Model number (original equipment manufacturer number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number);

(6) Item description;

(7) Reason why the applicable covered article or the product or service is being provided or used;

(f) Executive agency review of disclosures. The contracting officer will review disclosures provided in paragraph (e) to determine if any waiver may be sought. A contracting officer may choose not to pursue a waiver for covered articles or sources otherwise subject to a FASCSA order and may instead make an award to an offeror that does not require a waiver.

(End of provision)

FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (SEP 2023)

NOTICE TO OFFERORS: Instructions for submitting quotations under this request for quote must be followed. Failure to provide all information to aid in the evaluation may be considered non-responsive.

Offers that are non-responsive may be excluded from further evaluation and rejected without further notification to the offeror.

1. Submit PDF or Microsoft Word format quotations to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the time specified in the solicitation. Email quotes are required and can be sent to Jamie.Rosales@noaa.gov.

2. Offeror shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM found at https://sam.gov/content/home) in order to provide a quote and be eligible for award. Must provide their UEID/CAGE CODE with their quote.

3. Offerors shall assume that the Government has no prior knowledge of them or their capability.

4. Offerors must provide all evaluation criteria in accordance with FAR 52.212-2. Offerors who do not provide all evaluation criteria will not be accepted.

5. Quote shall include at least two references for similar services including the phone number, full address, and e-mail address. References will be checked. The Government will use its discretion to determine the sources of past performance information used in the evaluation, and the information may be obtained from references provided by the offeror, the agency’s knowledge of contractor performance, other government agencies or commercial entities, or past performance databases, and will be based on responsiveness, quality, and customer services.

The following minimum information shall be provided within contractor submitted references:

• Contract Number/Order Number

• Date of Contract Award

• Name and Address of the Government Agency or Commercial Entity

• Contract Type

• Annual Contract Cost

• Period of Performance

• Description of Work

• Valid name, phone number and e-mail address of Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer’s Representative or Prime Contractor (if company was subcontracted).

• In the description of work, quotes should provide a detailed explanation demonstrating the similarity of the contract, in terms of scope and size to the requirements of the solicitation for purposes of the relevancy review.

Additionally, offerors should provide a brief description of work performed and results achieved;

description of the methodology, tools, and processes utilized. In addition to the information requested above, offerors shall complete Blocks 1 through 4 on Page 1 of the Past Performance Questionnaire. The offeror is required to send the Past Performance Questionnaire to those Government and commercial activities provided by the offeror in their submission and e-mail the completed survey form directly to JAMIE ROSALES at JAMIE.ROSALES@NOAA.GOV by the DUE DATE OF THIS SOLICITATION. The Government reserves the right to consider past performance report forms received after the due date of the solicitation and to contact references for verification or additional information. Vendors are https://sam.gov/content/home cautioned that the Government reserves the right to obtain information for use in the evaluation of past performance from any sources including sources outside of the Government. The Government may obtain whatever information it deems most relevant to the required effort by telephonic and/or written inquiry. This information may include SAM.gov information, or past performance information from any source.

6. If proposed subcontractor past performance is provided as part of the two (2) of its most relevant contracts or efforts and type of work to be done by the subcontractor on the solicitation requirement must be stated. The offeror’s submittal shall clearly detail the aspects of the work in the solicitation that the subcontractor is proposed to perform. A Past Performance example which does not clearly detail the aspects of the work in the solicitation that the subcontractor is proposed to perform will not be evaluated. If the prime offeror or intended subcontractor/partner submits a past performance example in which it served as a subcontractor, the prime/sub/partner shall clearly detail the work that it performed and the size (dollar value) of that subcontracted work only. A Past Performance example that does not differentiate between the overall contract effort and the subcontractor effort will not be evaluated. Subcontractor performance (either the vendors own subcontractor experience or proposed subcontractor’s experience) of major or critical aspects of this requirement will be considered the same as prime contractor past performance information for the vendor. Failure of offerors to provide the required information and level of specificity will result in the contract reference not being evaluated.

“THE GOVERNMENT DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR NON-RECEIPT OF QUOTES. IT IS THE CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY TO REQUEST AND RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION OF THE QUOTE RECEIPT”.

FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (NOV 2021)

Offers will be evaluated based on price and the factors set forth in paragraph (a).

The evaluation will consider the Non-Price Technical Solution (Technical Approach and Past Performance) to be significantly more important than price. However, as quotes are determined to be more equal in the non-price evaluation factor, price becomes more important and may become the determining factor for award. If, at any stage of the evaluation, all vendors are determined to have submitted equal, or virtually equal, Non-Price Technical Solutions, price could become the factor in determining which vendor will receive the award.

The Government intends to evaluate the quotes and award a purchase order based on the Offeror’s initial quote; therefore, the Offeror’s initial quote should contain the Offeror’s best terms from a Non- Price Technical Solution and price standpoint.

The Government reserves the right not to award a purchase order depending on the quality of the quote(s) submitted and the availability of funds. Furthermore, the Government may waive informalities and minor irregularities or omissions in quotes received.

The Government may make award to other than the lowest-priced Offeror or the Offeror with the highest technical rating if the Contracting Officer determines that to do so would result in the best value to the Government. The Government will not make an award at a significantly higher overall price to achieve only slightly superior performance capability.

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.

Paragraph (a) is hereby completed as follows: Evaluation factors are listed in order of importance and all factors are more important than price.

1. Technical Approach and Capability.

The Offeror’s overall technical approach will be evaluated…