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140P5123R0011

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IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

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05/29/2023 0040614547

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100 Alabama St., SW 1924 Building Atlanta GA 30303-8701

NPS SER EAST MABO

06/26/2024

NPS, Vicksburg NMP

3201 Clay Street

Vicksburg

MS 39183-3495

404 507-5747Edward Dingle

06/20/2023 1300 ED

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Suggested Vendor: MAYNARD LANDSCAPING Suggested Buyer/CO: EDWARD DINGLE Header Text: Cyclic vegetation removal and hazardous tree pruning/removal throughout VICK per the SOW.

Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipm ent, fuel, transportation, tools, supplies, supervision, and management necessary. 5/19/23:

Issuing Office changed.

Period of Performance: 06/26/2023 to 06/26/2024

00010 Removal of woody vegetation from select areas within the battlefield and hazard tree pruning/removal from various sites within Vicksburg National Military Park Vicksburg, MS per the attached statement of work (SOW).

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140P5123R0011

Product/Service Code: F014

Product/Service Description: NATURAL

RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- TREE THINNING

Delivery: 06/26/2024

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Services

FAR 12.603

Document Type: Combined Solicitation/Synopsis Solicitation Number: 140P5123R0000 Posted Date: May 29, 2023 Original Response Date: June 20, 2023 Current Response Date: June 20, 2023 Product or Service Code: F014 Set Aside: 100% Small Business NAICS Code: 115310

Contracting Office Address:

National Park Service East Buying Office 100 Alabama St. SW, Building 1924, 5th Floor Atlanta, GA 30303

Description:

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial items prepared in accordance with the format outlined in FAR Subpart 12.6. Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items,” as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

The National Park Service, East Buying Office has a requirement for removal of woody vegetation from select areas within the battlefield and hazard tree pruning and removal from various sites within Vicksburg National Military Park Vicksburg, MS. This solicitation is a Request for Proposals (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2023-03 with an effective date of 26 May 2023.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 115310; Support Activities for Forestry, with a small business size standard of $11,500,000.00. The Product Service Code (PSC) is F014; Tree Thinning Services.

In accordance with FAR Subpart 28, a certificate of insurance is required, and coverage must be at a minimum of: $200,000 per person; $500,000 per occurrence; and $20,000 per property. The insurance certificate must be submitted within 10 calendar days of receipt of the award.

The contractor must have current Representation and Certifications in SAM.gov, submitted with proposal.

The Government contemplates the award of a single Firm-Fixed Price Contract using the best value – Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedures. All eligible and responsible sources may submit a proposal, which if timely received, shall be considered by the Agency. Companies must have valid Unique Entity ID (UEI) and Cage Code numbers and be registered with System for Award Management (www.sam.gov). SAM.gov offers free services. An offeror must ensure that they are self-certified under NAICS Code 115310 in the Representations and Certifications portion of SAM.gov. The basis of award is the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. Award will be made to the responsible respondent pursuant to FAR subpart 9.1.

SITE VISIT INFORMATION:

Point of Contact:

Eric Z. Ford, Facility Manager Vicksburg National Military Park 3201 Clay St.

Vicksburg, MS 39183 Email: eric_z_ford@nps.gov Telephone: Office (601) 831-3066

All interested companies shall provide proposals for the following:

Services:

VICKSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK

VICKSBURG, MISSISSIPPI

CYCLIC VEGETATION CONTROL & HAZARD TREE

PRUNING/REMOVAL (PMIS 326747A)

November 2022

NATIONAL PARK

SERVICE

SOUTHEAST REGION

mailto:eric_z_ford@nps.gov

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW):

GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK:

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, fuel, transportation, tools, supplies, supervision, and management necessary to implement cyclic removal of woody vegetation from select areas within the battlefield and hazard tree pruning/removal from various sites within Vicksburg National Military Park.

The normal work hours for the project shall be from Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Work shall not be permitted on Federal holidays or weekends unless the contractor has prior approval from the park.

Weekend approval will not be g ranted until NPS has observed the contractor’s performance during normal business hours Monday through Friday.

EXAMINATION OF SITE

Before submitting a bid for the work under this contract, each bidder shall read this contract carefully to make sure he/she understands fully all the requirements necessary for satisfactory completion of the contract. Absolutely no allowances shall be made for not following this contract.

They shall examine the work sites and satisfy himself/herself as to the existing conditions under which he/she shall be pledged to operate and that may in any way affect the work required herein.

No allowance shall be made subsequently in this connection on behalf of the contractor for any error or negligence on his/her part. For an appointment to inspect the sites contact the Vicksburg National Military Park, 3201 Clay St., Vicksburg, MS 39183 Ph. (601) 636-0583 or Project Manager at (601) 831-3066.

A. Description of the Project Area. The contractor shall provide cyclic tree removal and hazard tree pruning/removal for the following sites. More specific details for each site are provided below.

BASE BID

A. Memorial Arch – Tree Removal B. South Loop – Tree Removal, treatment of Johnson Grass C. Illinois/Shirley House Loop - Tree Removal, treatment of Johnson Grass D. North of Graveyard Road (Site C & D) – Tree Removal and treatment of Johnson Grass

BID ADDITIVE 1

A. 50 hazardous limb pruning B. 20 hazardous tree removals

BID ADDITIVE 2

A. North of Graveyard Rd (Site C & D)

NOTE: Bid additives may be awarded with initial contract or at a future point in time, depending on available funding.

B. Description of Work Sites. The work shall be conducted in separate locations, each composed of different types and densities of vegetation (site visit strongly encouraged). The general terrain at all locations is hilly and covered with a varying combination of woody and herbaceous vegetation. The successional-growth trees and shrubs include primarily black locust, tulip poplar, sumac, and Chinese privet. Density of woody vegetation varies widely among the different work sites. Herbaceous vegetation consists of primarily grasses and reeds, including Johnson grass and giant bamboo.

BASE BID

• Memorial Arch – Tree Removal. All trees and shrubs within 20 feet from the edge of the existing tree/vegetation line shall be removed. Branches of remaining trees shall be pruned back so that no branches are extending toward or touching the Memorial Arch. Tree stumps shall be treated immediately with herbicide to prevent regrowth. All debris shall be removed and disposed of properly. See map specifying locations (yellow shaded areas).

• South Loop – Tree removal and Treatment of Johnson Grass.

o Trees - All trees (locusts) and shrubby vegetation shall be removed within South Loop

(see map for boundary). Trees shall be cut as close to the ground as possible without disturbing the soil. Stumps shall be treated immediately after cutting with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth. Cut vegetation shall be left on site where it lies, or slash piled to be burned. Woody debris shall be cut into small enough pieces and piled in designated areas, resulting in a low profile with no branches or stems standing at a height more than 12-18 inches and providing a 25 feet buffer from mowing zones/lines. Cut vegetation shall be cleared on foot with hand tools (saws, pruners, chainsaws, brush cutters); tracked vehicles may be permitted in some areas in consultation with COR.

Activities shall be timed to minimize any impacts on wildlife species (November to March) and wetlands (i.e., during dry periods). There shall be no ground disturbance of any type. Estimated area: 85 acres.

o Grasses - Areas of Johnson Grass within South Loop shall be cut and sprayed with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth. Locations shall be selected in the future in consultation with park staff. Estimated area: 10 acres.

• Illinois/Shirley House Loop – Tree removal and Treatment of Johnson Grass.

o Trees - All trees (locusts) and shrubby vegetation shall be removed within Illinois/Shirley

House Loop (see map for boundary). Trees shall be cut as close to the ground as possible without disturbing the soil. Stumps shall be treated immediately after cutting with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth. Cut vegetation shall be left on site where it lies, or slash piled to be burned. Woody debris shall be cut into small enough pieces and piled in designated areas, resulting in a low profile with no branches or stems standing at a height more than 12-18 inches and providing a 25 feet buffer from mowing zones/lines.

Cut vegetation shall be cleared on foot with hand tools (saws, pruners, chainsaws, brush cutters); tracked vehicles may be permitted in some areas in consultation with COR.

Activities shall be timed to minimize any impacts on wildlife species (November to

March) and wetlands (i.e., during dry periods). There shall be no ground disturbance of any type.

Estimated area: 60 acres.

o Grasses - Areas of Johnson Grass within South Loop shall be cut and sprayed with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth. Locations shall be selected in the future in consultation with park staff. Estimated area: 10 acres.

• North of Graveyard Rd (Site C & D) - Tree removal and Treatment of Johnson Grass. All trees and herbaceous materials within 25 feet of the outer edge of the vegetation cluster shall be removed. Trees shall be cut as close to the ground as possible without disturbing the soil. Stumps shall be treated immediately after cutting with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth. Cut vegetation shall be left on site where it lies, or slash piled to be burned. Woody debris shall be cut into small enough pieces and piled in designated areas, resulting in a low profile with no branches or stems standing at a height more than 12-18 inches and providing a 25feet buffer from mowing zones/lines. Cut vegetation shall be cleared on foot with hand tools (saws, pruners, chainsaws, brush cutters); tracked vehicles may be permitted in some areas in consultation with COR. See map showing Site C & D.

Activities shall be timed to minimize any impacts on wildlife species (November/March) and wetlands (i.e., during dry periods). There shall be no ground disturbance of any type. The NPS intends to conduct prescribed burns at this site during January/February; preferred start/completion date for this area is November.

Select areas of Johnson Grass within South Loop and along the park tour road shall be cut and sprayed with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth. Estimated area: 10 acres.

BID ADDITIVE 1

• 50 hazardous limb pruning – Contractor shall be on-call to remove up to 50 hazardous limbs throughout the park throughout the duration of the contract. All debris to be removed from the park.

• 20 hazardous/downed tree removals – Contractor shall be on-call to remove up to 20 hazardous and downed trees throughout the park throughout the duration of the contract. Park will make every effort to bundle both hazard limb pruning and tree removals into the fewest trips possible for the contractor.

BID ADDITIVE 2

• North of Graveyard Rd (Site C & D) – Additional tree removal. All trees and herbaceous materials within an additional 25 feet of the outer edge of the vegetation cluster shall be removed.

Contractor shall follow the same procedures outlined above for tree removal and Johnson grass treatment.

C. Herbicides:

Certified applicators shall use hand sprayers or brushes to apply NPS-approved herbicide to entire cut surface of stumps; no broadcast spraying allowed.

Since some project sites include herbicide application near wetland sites, only aquatic labeled herbicides will be approved for those areas. Glyphosate or Imazapyr aquatic-based herbicides are effective for cut-stump method on woody vegetation at 20-25% active ingredient mixed with water and small amount of dye spray indicator. The Contractor shall mix the herbicides with a colorant for each batch mixed, added and coordinated with the NPS before application (dye or colorant, to show what has been treated). Cut-stump treatments shall not occur when there is a 60% or greater chance of rain at any point within the next 48 hours according to the local forecast for Vicksburg, MS.

Recommended Herbicides:

• Habit and Polaris are the main aquatic labeled Imazapyr products

• Rodeo is an aquatic labeled glyphosate

• Outrider – Sulfosulfuron – used to kill Johnson grass without harming other grasses

• Garlon 4 Ultra – Triclopyr – used to kill trees without harming grasses

Note: NPS REQUIRES PRE-APPROVAL OF HERBICIDE BEFORE PURCHASE. DO NOT ACQUIRE OR DELIVER Herbicides until the NPS has informed the contractor to proceed with acquisition of the approved herbicides. Use form CM-16 and the IPM Pesticide Purchase Log to submit the approved products being acquired by the Contractor. The returned CM-16 will be documentation for the contractor to proceed with acquisition of the material.

In addition, contractor must report herbicide type, amount of herbicide used, and acreage covered to NPS at end of project but must make readily available for inspection to avoid a stop work notice. The contractor shall utilize the IPM Pesticide Applicator Use Log provided by the NPS for this documentation via the CM- 16 form submission. The contractor shall follow all safety guidelines on herbicide labels, including recommended use of personal protective equipment.

D. Cleanup/Completion. Before delivery to park and before and after completion of each designated project area, contractors’ equipment and clothing should be brushed or washed free of any vegetative materials (seeds, foliage, etc.) before moving to the next area or removing equipment from the park. The Contractor shall ensure this is done to prevent the spread of non-native plant species throughout the park.

E. Safety. Appropriate OSHA and NPS Safety Regulations and Policies shall be adhered to including wearing personal protective equipment, making available first aid equipment, and posting pertinent safety information. Dial 911 in case of emergency. Unsafe operations shall be halted until corrective action is taken by Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Facility Manager, Resource Manager, or Park’s Safety Officer. This halt shall be at no additional expense to the government.

Traffic is generally one-way; follow traffic patterns. Vehicles and equipment should not impede the normal flow of visitation through the park. Work with park staff to determine proper parking/staging locations for each work area.

Submit an acceptable documented project specific safety plan (SSP) prior to a notice to proceed

(resume). Include a cool down period of 15 minutes after shutting off equipment before refueling.

Submit in writing designated company safety officer/coordinator that will be on site for the duration of the project with the responsibility and authority for ensuring safe work practices are being carried out per the approved SSP.

Contractor shall only utilize a Department of Transportation (DOT) metal gas can for transporting fuel in/out of the park. Plastic gas cans are prohibited.

Submit an equipment/tool list of all powered equipment to be used on site to include, make, model, condition, quantities, and include in the equipment list a gas funnel, gas can, electrical or fuel power tools, hoses, fire extinguisher, etc. All equipment must be in good working condition and must be inspected by the NPS before putting into use during a pre-inspection. All equipment shall have all safety guards and devices affixed and must remain in place while being utilized on the job site.

F. Requirements/Qualification. At a minimum the contractor shall submit in writing the designated employees that adhere to these requirements/qualifications for the field crew leader and crew.

Crew Supervisor Requirements

• In possession of a Mississippi herbicide applicators license available for inspection at any time by the COR.

• Coordination with designated COR upon a mutually agreed upon timeframe (daily/weekly/other).

• Responsible for all control activities and safety on project sites.

• Assuring that all contract crews are knowledgeable of and remain within property and treatment boundaries.

• Assuring that copies of the safety plan, appropriate herbicide labels, SDSs or MSDSs, the scope of work and area maps are always on site and available at any time for inspection by the COR.

• Avoid damage to wildlife and to native vegetation not targeted for treatment.

• Recording the Pesticide Use Log data as described in the Herbicide section, above. This information will be supplied regularly to the COR when updated and the final log shall be submitted on form CM-16.

• Provide and ensure that employees wear protective clothing, shoes, eye protection, and any other PPE required by labels, laws, regulations, ordinances, and/or manufactures instructions for materials and equipment.

• Crew Supervisor shall not supervise more crew members than is authorized under the state applicators license.

Crew Supervisor Qualifications

• Each crew supervisor shall possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Knowledge and two (2) years of substantial experience in field identification and current control technologies of invasive pest plants common to the ecosystem being treated.

• Knowledge of indigenous plants with characteristics similar to invasive pest plants being treated.

• Awareness of the potential impacts and liabilities of misapplication of herbicide and how to avoid them.

• Working, current knowledge of resource management methods, biological processes and vegetation treatment techniques.

• Knowledge of data organization, record keeping, and global positioning system (GPS) mapping techniques.

• Knowledge, ability, and willingness to handle herbicides in the course of invasive plant control, a current state applicators licenses for Mississippi.

• Ability to work under adverse environmental conditions including; high humidity and temperatures, inclement weather, exposure to poisonous plants, venomous reptiles, biting and stinging insects, and difficult terrain such as dense thickets. Knowledge of and ability and willingness to implement the safety plan.

• A current CPR certification card.

• Knowledge of Threatened and Endangered species for Mississippi.

Crew Member Qualifications

• Crew members performing invasive plant control operations shall possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Ability to correctly identify plants, including indigenous plants similar to invasive plants being treated.

• Ability to mix, handle, and apply herbicides in accordance with label directions and crew supervisor instructions.

• Ability to handle and maintain tools, equipment, and supplies in good working order for daily operations.

• Ability to work under adverse environmental conditions including; high humidity and temperatures, inclement weather, exposure to poisonous plants, venomous reptiles, biting and stinging insects, and difficult terrain such as dense thickets.

a. Submittals

Contractor shall use CM-16 to submit proposal of the following:

• Vehicles/equipment for use on the project, including specific location where to be used, how it will be used, and if will damaged the landscape – note: there is no guarantee the NPS will approve the request.

• Names of certified herbicide applicators with copies of state certificates/licenses

• Herbicides proposed for use, including colorant additive information. Identify product name, EPA registration number, and attach a product label and safety data sheets for each herbicide (8 1/2”x11” paper size). Aquatic safe herbicides are required for wetland areas. Contractor shall submit CA-16 at least one month before use, as pesticides use in National Parks must be reviewed and pre-approved by both the regional and Washington-level Integrated Pest Management Coordinators.

CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES:

1. Contractor shall stop at the park entrance stations (Clay Street) and identify him/herself before driving through to the work site.

2. Contractor shall exit the work site following the one-way tour road. All park rules and regulations shall be followed, including documenting use of pesticides, and following the flow of traffic on the one-way tour road.

3. Staging area(s) shall be designated at the work sites by the COR.

4. If deemed necessary, the contractor shall provide and maintain temporary toilet facilities in accordance with State Health Department and National Park Service requirements. All staging areas shall be kept neat and clean and shall be completely removed at completion of work. These requirements also apply to all subcontractors.

5. The contractor is required to use park and local county roads for transporting equipment and materials. During the period of contract work the park tour road shall remain open to visitor traffic, both vehicle and foot. If needed for safety reasons, flagmen shall be furnished by the contractor for directing traffic.

6. The contractor shall always conduct his/her operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the park visitors.

7. Extreme caution should be exercised while the contractor is inside the park. The contractor will have contact with park visitors and shall direct park visitor questions to the appropriate park staff

– call the park’s primary phone number.

8. The contractor shall comply with all legal load restrictions in hauling of equipment and materials.

Load restrictions on park roads are identical to state load restrictions. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on park roads may be obtained from the park. The park’s set speed limit of 25 mph shall always be adhered to throughout the project. A special permit issued by the state shall not relieve the contractor of liability for damage which may result from moving of equipment within the park.

9. Every caution shall be taken to prevent damage to the riparian buffer area, historic earthworks, and areas adjacent to the work sites. Should any damage result, it shall be repaired to the satisfaction of the park and at no additional expense to the government.

DISPOSAL:

1. The contractor may not leave any unwanted debris or material inside the park.

2. Provide copies to disposal tickets showing date, weight, waste site name, etc. to the COR and/or

Facility Manager after each disposal.

3. Do not dispose of volatile waste or oils in storm or sanitary drains. Do not allow waste materials to be washed into streams or bodies of water. If spills occur, notify park staff immediately.

Precautions should be taken to avoid spills when refueling equipment. Use absorbent blankets/pads or containment mats to avoid fluid contact with bare ground.

ARCHEOLOGICAL FINDINGS:

Although no ground disturbance is permitted, there may be archeological remains in the work sites that were uncovered during initial clearing. Archeological findings remain the property of the Government and are not to be removed from the park area. Petroglyphs, artifacts, burial grounds or remains, artillery projectiles, structural features, ceremonial, domestic and archeological objects of like nature, historic or prehistoric, found within the project work sites, shall be removed by the Government. In the event the contractor’s employees find any of the above described objects, operations shall be immediately suspended at the discovery site, although operations can continue in other sites. Should the discovery site require archeological studies resulting in delays or additional work for the contractor, the contractor shall be granted a time extension or compensated by an equitable adjustment under the general provision of the contract.

HISTORICAL MARKERS/MONUMENTS/TRENCHES:

There are a few visible historical markers/monuments and Civil War approach trenches in the project sites.

The contractor shall take every precaution possible to mitigate damage to the approach trenches, preserving their presence. The contractor shall be liable for damages to any markers/monuments. If damage does occur, contractor shall report the damage within the same workday to the COR.

WATER:

The contractor shall furnish cool, potable water for personnel in locations convenient to work site.

The park’s designated water filling location for mixing of herbicides shall be the primary maintenance compound. At all times, the contractor shall provide a black-flow prevention device attached to the hose for mixing activities.

SANITARY FACILITIES:

1. The contractor’s sanitary facilities, if needed, shall be placed in approved locations secluded from public observation and convenient to workstations; they can be relocated as work progress requires.

2. Sanitary facilities are to be completely removed at completion of work.

FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION:

1. All equipment shall be in good working condition and have proper manufacturer’s spark arresters.

2. Each vehicle shall always have a fire extinguisher on board.

HOUSEKEEPING:

The contractor shall keep project area neat, orderly, and in safe condition at all times. Trash should be kept in a container and removed at the end of each workday by the contractor.

CLOSE OUT:

At the completion of the project there shall be a final inspection by park representatives. After the inspection the park shall prepare a list of deficiencies, if any. Once the deficiencies have been corrected a letter of acceptance shall be issued.

Memorial Arch Parking – Tree Removal

All trees and shrubs within 20 feet from the edge of the existing tree/vegetation line (yellow areas on map) shall be removed. Branches of remaining trees shall be pruned back so that no branches are extending over the arch. Tree stumps shall be treated immediately with herbicide to prevent regrowth. All debris shall be removed and disposed of properly.

South Loop – Tree removal and Treatment of Johnson Grass

Map showing 85-acre boundary of South Loop (yellow). All locust trees and shrubby vegetation within the perimeter are to be removed. Note: Johnson Grass removal areas not shown; to be selected in consultation with park staff.

All trees (locusts) and shrubby vegetation shall be removed. See specific scope above for details.

Illinois/Shirley House Loop – Tree removal and Treatment of Johnson Grass

Map showing 60-acre boundary of Illinois/Shirley House Loop (yellow). All locust trees and shrubby vegetation within the perimeter are to be removed. Note: Johnson Grass removal areas not shown; to be selected in consultation with park staff.

All trees (locusts) and shrubby vegetation shall be removed. See specific scope above for details.

North of Graveyard Rd (Site C & D) Tree removal and Spot Treatment of Johnson Grass

All trees and herbaceous materials within 25 feet of the outer edge of the vegetation cluster (see map, Sites C & D) shall be removed. Trees shall be cut as close to the ground as possible without disturbing the soil. Stumps shall be treated immediately after cutting with approved herbicide to prevent regrowth.

Cut vegetation shall be left on site where it lies, or slash piled to be burned. Note: Johnson Grass removal areas not shown; to be selected in consultation with park staff.

-END OF STATEMENT-

Place of Performance:

Vicksburg National Military Park 3201 Clay St.

Vicksburg, MS 39183

Simplified Acquisition evaluation procedures pursuant to FAR Part 13, will be applied in the evaluation of proposals received. Failure to submit the information called for in this solicitation may render the proposal unacceptable. Only those proposals deemed responsive will be evaluated. The Government will award a single firm-fixed price services contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose proposal conforms to the solicitation requirements and is determined to be the “Best Value”; that is, the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposal. Technical acceptability must meet or exceed the standards set for non-price factors. The government will evaluate information based on the following evaluation criteria:

(1) Technical Approach

(2) Past Performance

(3) Price

Technical and Past Performance when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price

Technical Approach: Offeror shall describe a realistic plan, to include the means (labor, equipment, and materials) and methods (plan of work), logical sequencing of activities (including interdependencies of activities, i.e., list of professional qualifications for proposed personnel that will perform the work), and schedule, necessary to successfully complete the work within the required performance period. The plan shall list the specific equipment availability, crew(s) (size and composition) proposed to work concurrently, any other available resources, and daily production rate required in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW). A rating of either “Acceptable” or “Unacceptable” will be assigned to this non-price factor. The standard for this factor is met and is acceptable when the responses provided by the Offeror can support a complete understanding of the work to be performed, potential obstacles and mitigation, and the specific requirements that are to be met to successfully complete the contract within the time required. Technical factor shall evaluated on an acceptable or unacceptable basis (See table below).

TECHNICAL CAPABILITY RATINGS:

Technical Acceptable or Unacceptable Ratings

Adjectival Rating Description

Acceptable Proposal clearly meets the minimum requirements of the solicitation.

Unacceptable Proposal does not clearly meet the minimum requirements of the solicitation.

Past Performance: Respondent shall complete Past Performance Questionnaire(s) or equivalent that can confirm the offeror has successfully completed relevant services in the past three years as outlined in the Statement of Work. Offeror shall submit past performance information on three (3) projects of similar scope and magnitude. Past Performance must reflect work that was completed within three (3) years of the solicitation closing date. Past performance information must consist of final performance evaluations of project(s) or project references who can provide performance assessments. References shall consist of officials from the issuing contracting agency or customer who oversaw the performance of the project.

The Government reserves the right to obtain past performance information from other sources such as the references and Contractor Performance Assessment Reports (CPARS) and other Federal performance assessments systems but is not limited to these sources. Respondents with no historical record of past performance will receive a Neutral rating. Information required for each project shall include:

• Contracting agency/customer

• Contract number

• Contract title or meaningful description of services and location

• Award date

• Initial award amount

• Award amount at contract completion

• Contract Completion Date

• Actual Completion Date

• Final performance evaluation with rating or reference information (first and last name, title, office, mailing address, telephone number, and email address)

• Address any adverse past performance information and explain the corrective actions taken to achieve a successful outcome.

Past performance will be evaluated on an Acceptable or Unacceptable basis in accordance with FAR

15.305 (a)(2).

PAST PERFORMANCE RATING:

Past Performance Acceptable or Unacceptable Rating Method

Adjectival Rating Description Acceptable Based on the offeror’s performance record, the Government has a reasonable expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

Unacceptable Based on the offeror’s performance record, the Government does not have a reasonable expectation that the offeror will be able to successfully perform the required effort.

Price: A price evaluation will be performed as described in FAR 15-404-1to determine the reasonableness of the proposed price. Reasonableness will be determined considering other competitive prices received and comparison to the independent Government estimate. If multiple contract line items are included in the price schedule, prices will also be evaluated to determine whether any line items are unbalanced. The offeror shall remit a completed price schedule (Attachment 0003). The price shall include a breakdown of all necessary supervision, management, labor, transportation, equipment, materials, any other direct incidental costs, overhead and profit. Offerors are cautioned to distribute costs appropriately. The price submission will be evaluated but not rated.

The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html.

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

1. FAR 52.212-1, “Instructions to Offerors–Commercial Items” (Mar 2023)

2. FAR 52.212-2, “Evaluation – Commercial Items” (Nov 2021)

3. FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items” (Dec 2022)

4. FAR 52.217-5, “Evaluation of Options: (Jul 1990)

Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at http://orca.bpn.gov in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items.” If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference. (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): http://farsite.hill.af.mil (End of provision)

52.212-2 -- Evaluation -- Commercial Items.

As prescribed in 12.301(c), the Contracting Officer may insert a provision substantially as follows:

Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Nov 2021)

(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. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

• Technical Approach

• Past Performance

• Price

(b) Options. RESERVED.

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of Provision) http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html http://orca.bpn.gov/ http://farsite.hill.af.mil/

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

• FAR 52.212-4, “Contract Terms and Conditions–Commercial Items” (Dec 2022)

• FAR 52.212-5, “Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive

Orders” (Mar 2023)

The following subparagraphs of FAR 52.212-5 are applicable:

Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders— Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Mar 2023)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

(1) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(2) 52.204-23, Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (NOV 2021) (Section 1634 of Pub. L. 115-91).

(3) 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (NOV 2021) (Section 889(a)(1)(A) of Pub. L. 115-232).

(4) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015).

(5) 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (MAR 2023) ( 31 U.S.C. 3903 and 10 U.S.C. 3801).

(6) 52.233-3, Protest After Award (AUG 1996) ( 31 U.S.C. 3553).

(7) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) (Public Laws 108-77 and 108-78 ( 19 U.S.C. 3805 note)).

(b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

[Contracting Officer check as appropriate.]

__ (1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (JUN 2020), with Alternate I (NOV 2021) ( 41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 4655).

_X_ (2) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (NOV 2021) ( 41 U.S.C. 3509)).

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_X_ (3) 52.203-15, Whistleblower Protections under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (JUN 2010) (Section 1553 of Pub. L. 111-5). (Applies to contracts funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.)

_X_ (4) 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (JUN 2020) (Pub. L. 109-282) ( 31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

__ (5) [Reserved].

_X_ (6) 52.204-14, Service Contract Reporting Requirements (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C).

__ (7) 52.204-15, Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery Contracts (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C).

_X_ (8) 52.209-6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. (NOV 2021) ( 31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

__ (9) 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018) ( 41 U.S.C. 2313).

__ (10) [Reserved].

__ (11) 52.219-3, Notice of HUBZone Set-Aside or Sole-Source Award (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 657a).

__ (12) 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (OCT 2022) (if the offeror elects to waive the preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) ( 15 U.S.C. 657a).

__ (13) [Reserved]

_X_ (14) (i) 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) ( 15 U.S.C. 644).

__ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-6.

__ (15)

(i) 52.219-7, Notice of Partial Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) ( 15 U.S.C. 644).

__ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-7.

_X_ (16) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)).

__ (17) (i) 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)).

__ (ii) Alternate I (NOV 2016) of 52.219-9.

__ (iii) Alternate II (NOV 2016) of 52.219-9.

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__ (iv) Alternate III (JUN 2020) of 52.219-9.

__ (v) Alternate IV (SEP 2021) of 52.219-9.

__ (18) (i) 52.219-13, Notice of Set-Aside of Orders (MAR 2020) ( 15 U.S.C. 644(r)).

__ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-13.

_X_ (19) 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 637s).

__ (20) 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages—Subcontracting Plan (SEP 2021) ( 15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)(F)(i)).

__ (21) 52.219-27, Notice of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 657f).

_X_ (22) (i) 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (MAT 2023)( 15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2)).

__ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-28.

__ (23) 52.219-29, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Concerns (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 637(m)).

__ (24) 52.219-30, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Women-Owned Small Business Concerns Eligible Under the Women-Owned Small Business Program (OCT 2022) ( 15 U.S.C. 637(m)).

__ (25) 52.219-32, Orders Issued Directly Under Small Business Reserves (MAR 2020) ( 15 U.S.C. 644(r)).

__ (26) 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule (SEP 2021) ( 15U.S.C. 637(a)(17)).

_X_ (27) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUN 2003) (E.O.11755).

_X_ (28) 52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (DEC 2022) (E.O.13126).

__ (29) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015).

_X_ (30) (i) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) (E.O.11246).

__ (ii) Alternate I (FEB 1999) of 52.222-26.

_X_ (31) (i) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) ( 38 U.S.C. 4212).

__ (ii) Alternate I (JUL 2014) of 52.222-35.

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_X_ (32)(i) 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) ( 29 U.S.C. 793).

__ (ii) Alternate I (JUL 2014) of 52.222-36.

_X_ (33) 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) ( 38 U.S.C. 4212).

__ (34) 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) (E.O. 13496).

_X_ (35)(i) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) ( 22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

__ (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2015) of 52.222-50 ( 22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

_X_ (36) 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (MAY 2022) (Executive Order 12989).

(Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items or certain other types of commercial products or commercial services as prescribed in FAR 22.1803.)

__ (37) (i) 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA–Designated Items (May 2008) ( 42 U.S.C. 6962(c)(3)(A)(ii)). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items.)

__ (ii) Alternate I (MAY 2008) of 52.223-9 ( 42 U.S.C. 6962(i)(2)(C)). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items.)

__ (38) 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Jun 2016) (E.O. 13693).

__ (39) 52.223-12, Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of…