0526_Amend_3.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

October 11, 2012

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

N/A

5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

DFSP Verona

6. ISSUED BY CODE SP0600 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE SP0600 DLA Energy

8725 JOHN J. KINGMAN RD., SUITE 4950

FT. BELVOIR, VA 22060-6222

BUYER/SYMBOL – Richard Brooks DLA Energy BXA

PHONE - (703) 767-6423 FAX - (703) 767- 9338

Email –Richard.brooks2@dla.mil 6.1

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (NO., street,city,county,State,and ZIP Code)

X

9a. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

SP0600-12-R-0526

9b. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

August 9, 2012

10a. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10b. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

[ x ] The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers [] is extended, [ xx ] is not extended

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning ___1___ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment your desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) N/A

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b)

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor [ ] is not, [ ] is required to sign this document and return _______ copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

SEE ATTACHED: Modifying Resume requirements

Answers to Contractor questions DFSP Verona

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

16A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

15B. NAME OF CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C.DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C.DATE SIGNED

NSN 7540-01-152-8070 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

Previous edition unusable Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

1. Solicitation provision Addendum to 52.212-1 is modified as follows:

(a) TECHNICAL/MANAGEMENT. Offerors may propose on one or more locations listed in Appendix D of the solicitation. The Technical/Management proposal and Appendices must provide sufficient technical detail to demonstrate a clear understanding of the nature and scope of the work required. The Technical/Management proposal must address the Contractor’s concept of operations and procedures, i.e. “how” to provide continuous support capabilities for the following areas: Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Security, Environmental, and Training. These areas must be covered in separate sections of the proposal and must include any quality control measures to be taken, applicable regulations, training requirements, documentation, etc. An index or table of contents outlining each area, with major subtasks and corresponding page numbers, shall also be provided. The total technical portion (Section 1 through 6) shall not exceed 50 pages, excluding index/table of contents. Offerors shall provide Appendices for location specific information including, staffing matrices covering hours of operations, proposed CFE, and any other unique technical performance details not common to all bases. Appendices are not included in the 50 page limitation. Each page shall be numbered, including chart inserts. Page size shall not exceed 8.5” x 11”. Any exceptions/deviations to a PWS section and the corresponding rationale shall be highlighted in a cover letter, included in this section, and signed by an authorized representative.

The Technical/Management proposal shall include the following sections:

Section 1: Operations - Technical, managerial, and operational details of supporting normal and contingency operations of bulk and retail fuel facilities. The proposal must provide a concept of operations that demonstrates knowledge of fuel receipt, storage, issue, and transfer functions and must ensure requirements for normal daily operations are met. The proposal must provide a staffing matrix identifying manning by positions and shifts to meet required hours of operation for normal daily operations. (See Appendices). The proposal must address requirements to respond to surge or contingency operations to ensure no mission delay or failure. The proposal must address any manpower issues such as compliance with Service specific requirements, impact of Status of Forces Agreements, recognition of security clearance requirements, or negotiating a Collective Bargaining Agreement. The proposal must address procedures to maintain accountability and quality of DWCF product. The proposal must also identify any Contractor furnished vehicles, equipment, and supplies for use in performing operations. (See Appendices).

Section 2: Maintenance - Technical, managerial, and operational details of maintaining operational capability of facilities and equipment to meet mission requirements. The proposal must demonstrate understanding of planning, conducting, monitoring, and documenting operator, preventive, and other maintenance of fuel systems, equipment, buildings, and grounds as required in accordance with regulations and best commercial practices. The proposal staffing matrix must identify a FDSM if required IAW Appendix D.

The proposal must also identify any Contractor furnished specialty tools or equipment for use in performing maintenance. (See Appendices).

Section 3: Safety - Technical, managerial, and operational details incorporating federal, state, and local laws and regulations to ensure safe working environment. The proposal must provide procedures to be implemented to ensure all operations are conducted in accordance with federal, state, local, and international safety laws, regulations, and best commercial practices. The proposal must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of safety issues (e.g. two person policy, hazards of fuel, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space work rules, etc.). The proposal must also identify any Contractor furnished safety items such as Personnel Protective Equipment. (See Appendices).

Section 4: Security - Technical, managerial, and operational details of meeting physical, information, and personnel security requirements. The proposal must provide procedures to be implemented to ensure all aspects of security are maintained. The proposal must indicate a good knowledge of security performance requirements and addresses areas such as key control, visitor access control, Force Protection condition requirements, contractor personnel security/background checks, and protection of government computer systems and information.

Section 5: Environmental - Technical, managerial, and operational details of planning and conducting operations in compliance with environmental laws and regulations. The proposal must provide environmental performance requirements details such as spill prevention and response pertaining to fuel receipt, storage, and issue operations to ensure strict compliance with all applicable base, local, state, federal, and international laws, regulations, and plans.

Section 6: Training - Technical, managerial, and operational details to ensure contractor personnel have requisite skills and associated training to accomplish all government requirements. The proposal must provide procedures to be implemented to ensure all contractor personnel are qualified and certified to accomplish all required tasks. The proposal must identify required courses and frequencies for maintaining personnel competence and method of documentation and certification. The proposal must also address the requirements for providing training to AF personnel. The proposal must demonstrate an understanding of the required experience and training of key personnel. (See Appendices).

Appendices: Installation Specific Requirements – Technical, managerial, and operational details of each proposed location. Include in separate Appendices for each proposed location a staffing matrix identifying manning by positions and shifts to meet required hours of operation for normal daily operations; Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE) and Personnel Protective Equipment identified for use in operations and maintenance; and performance details for non-generic requirements. Information in Appendices shall be evaluated under the applicable sub-factor. Information must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of each technical subfactor while addressing the unique requirements of each location.

2. Solicitation provision FAR 52.212-2 EVALUATION – COMMERCIAL ITEMS (Jan 1999) is modified as follows:

Sub-factor 6: Training – Technical, managerial, and operational details to ensure contractor understands the requirement for requisite skills and associated training of contractor personnel to accomplish all government requirements.

3. Performance Work Statement (PWS) Appendix E is modified as follows:

APPENDIX E

PERSONNEL

Key Personnel

Corporate Fuels Officer: To ensure continuity between the terminal and the Contractor’s home office, the Contractor shall employ during the life of this contract an executive who can make decisions concerning this contract; who has a complete understanding of the terms and conditions of this contract; and who preferably has experience in the operation and maintenance of bulk petroleum storage terminals.

Terminal Superintendent (TS): To ensure on-site management of PWS requirements, the Contractor shall employ a TS at each AF base under this contract for the life of this contract.

(1) The TS shall have significant, specialized commercial or military experience in fuel terminal operations and maintenance performing and supervising tasks equivalent to an AF Fuels Management seven-skill level (2F071) or nine-skill level (2F091) personnel. This experience shall include receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping petroleum products via tank truck, pipeline, rail, or tanker/barge as appropriate to the Air Force installation’s mode of receipt capability and maintenance and repair of bulk petroleum storage terminals, systems, and equipment.

(2) The TS shall have significant, relevant, and preferably recent supervisory experience. Although general supervisory experience may be included, specialized supervisory experience in fuel terminal operations with emphasis in terminal maintenance, operations and environmental compliance must be predominant.

(3) This cannot be a collateral duty job. If the TS is absent for short periods (minor illness, vacation), an alternate must be designated and available to perform the TS duties. For extended absence (hospitalization, temporary duty), the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer and provide a qualified temporary or permanent replacement at no additional cost.

(4) After award, a resume meeting the above requirements must be submitted within 30-days for review and acceptance by DLA Energy. A replacement candidate’s resumes must also be submitted for review prior to assuming the duties as TS.

Assistant Terminal Superintendent (ATS): To assist the TS with on-site management of PWS requirements, the Contractor may employ an ATS.

(1) The ATS shall have commercial or military experience in fuel terminal operations and maintenance performing and supervising tasks equivalent to an AF Fuels Management seven-skill level (2F071) personnel.

This experience shall include receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping petroleum products via modes as appropriate to the Air Force installation’s capability and maintenance and repair of bulk petroleum storage terminals, systems, and equipment.

(2) This may be a collateral duty job.

(3) After award, a resume meeting the above requirements must be submitted within 30-days for review and acceptance by DLA Energy. If an ATS is subsequently designated or a replacement candidate for an initially employed ATS is nominated, resumes must be submitted for review prior to assuming the duties as

ATS.

Additional Personnel

Fuel Distribution Systems Mechanic (FDSM) (as defined in the Service Contract Act, Directory of Operations category 23340):

(1) Shall have commercial or military experience in maintaining fuel bulk storage and distribution systems and equipment performing tasks equivalent to an AF Water and Fuel System Maintenance five-skill level (3E452) personnel.

(2) A minimum of one FDSM will be employed at each AF base where the Contractor is responsible for PM under this contract according to Appendix D.

(3) After award, a resume meeting the above requirements must be submitted within 30-days for review and acceptance by DLA Energy. Replacement candidate’s resumes must also be submitted for review prior to assuming the duties as FDSM.

Fuel Distribution System Operator (FDSO) (as defined in the Service Contract Act, Directory of Operations category 21010):

(1) Shall have a commercial or military experience in operating fuel bulk storage and distribution systems and equipment performing tasks equivalent to an AF Fuels Management five-skill level (2F051) personnel.

(2) Lead Operators shall have experience equivalent to an AF Fuels Management seven-skill level (2F071) personnel.

General

Personnel qualifications and staffing are important sub-factors in evaluating the Contractor’s proposal and subsequent capability to successfully provide the services specified in the PWS.

The Contractor shall ensure personnel assigned to all tasks have the requisite knowledge and skills to meet minimum performance standards and comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations.

The Contractor shall ensure personnel assigned are able to speak, read and comprehend English (be literate) to the extent of reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders and operating procedures, training instructions and materials and be able to compose reports which convey complete information. For overseas locations, the Contractor shall ensure sufficient personnel are able to speak, read, and comprehend the host nation language if required to effectively conduct operations or maintenance.

Unique aspects of fuels operations and maintenance, such as the two person policy for safety, confined space entry requirements, visitor control, escort duties, capability to conduct simultaneous operations, and variability in task times and duration, necessitate maintaining a certain level of staffing to ensure success. Failure to staff accordingly may not result in an immediately noticeable lapse in performance requirements, but will likely lead to intermittent lapses, threatened lapses or potential long range impacts. Also, the risk of failure of critical military missions can be mitigated by ensuring proposed, evaluated, and approved key personnel, FDSMs, and FDSOs are assigned and available during the specified hours of operation. Therefore, the Contractor agrees to provide the proposed amount of full-time equivalent (FTE) staffing and specifically assign personnel who meet or exceed the requirements of this Performance Work Statement. No reduction or addition of FTEs shall be made without approval from the Contracting Officer. After awared, no substitution of key personnel or FDSMs shall be made without approval from the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor agrees that after the Government’s acceptance of nominated key personnel, no key personnel or FDSM substitutions will be permitted unless such substitutions are necessitated by an individual’s sudden illness, death or termination of employment. In any of these events, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Contracting Officer and provide the information required below.

If personnel for whatever reason become unavailable for work under this contract for a continuous period exceeding 30 work days or are expected to devote substantially less effort toward the work than indicated in the proposal, the Contractor shall propose a substitution of such personnel in accordance with the below requirements.

All proposed substitutions shall be submitted, in writing, to the Contracting Officer at least 15 days prior to the proposed substitution. Each request shall provide detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitution, a complete resume for the proposed substitute and any other information required by the Contracting Officer to approve or disapprove the proposed substitution. All proposed substitutes (no matter when they are proposed during the performance period) shall have qualifications that are equal to or higher than the qualifications of the person being replaced.

In the event a requirement to increase the specified level of effort for a designated labor category, but not change to the overall level of effort of the contract occurs, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer a written request for approval to add personnel to the designated labor category. The information required is the same as that required above. The additional personnel shall have qualifications greater than or equal to at least one (1) of the individuals proposed for the designated labor category.

The Contracting Officer shall evaluate requests for substitutions and addition of personnel and promptly notify the Contractor, in writing, whether the request is approved or disapproved.

If the Contracting Officer determines that suitable and timely replacement of personnel who have been reassigned, terminated or are unable to perform under the contract is not reasonably forthcoming or that the resultant reduction or productive effort would impair the successful completion of the contract, the contract may be terminated by the Contracting Officer for default or for the convenience of the Government, as appropriate.

Alternatively, at the Contracting Officer’s discretion, if the Contracting Officer finds the Contractor to be at fault for the condition, he may equitably adjust (downward) the contract price or fixed fee to compensate the Government for any delay, loss or damage as a result of the Contractor’s action.

4. All others terms and conditions remain unchanged.

DFSP VERONA Q&A

Question 1

Item C-1.6, List Truck Placards as required CFE. It is my impression that a commercial truck would come already with placards, what placards are required? Can DLA explain what placards are required since it is my impression that a commercial truck would come already with placards? Additionally, if the contractor provides placards, do we get them back from the commercial delivery carrier?

Answer

The contractor shall be required to provide Commercial Tank Truck Placards (1863, hazmat load) for commercial vehicles. There is a current estimate of 1 (ea) bundle of 50 that are used annually.

No; the placards will not be returned to the contractor.

Question 2

Item C-2.11.1, Requires the Testing of Fire Protection Equipment Each length of fire hose shall be hydrostatically tested annually by the Contractor at 250 psi. The pressure shall be maintained for at least 5 minutes and the hose inspected throughout its length for defects. The cap on the free end of the hose under test shall be fitted with a bleeder valve by the Contractor to expel trapped air before elevated pressures are attained.

By the way I understand this- is the contractor to provide a hydrostatic testing pump or is the 250 psi achieved from the AFFF system pumps. Is this correct, or does the contractor need to provide hydrostatic pump?

Answer

The contractor shall either provide the pump or subcontract this requirement to a qualified/certified contractor.

Question 3

Reference PWS paragraph C-1.7, Figure 1 and Exhibit 1 and Exhibit 2, Historical Receipts; Please confirm that all offerors should utilize the 400,000 Barrel receipt quantity for staffing purposes even though that quantity has not been reached in the 3 years plus projection found in Exhibit 1 (2007 was closest).

Answer

Yes, the contractor shall use the provided barrel receipt quantity. Though the operational mission may have decrease, the “Requirements” are as written in the PWS.

Question 4

At the site visit it was stated that shipments were via both Tank Truck and Pipeline however the shipment workload only shows Tank Truck, please provide the pipeline shipment workload.

Answer

There is no requirement for shipping fuel product by pipeline at this terminal. The Terminal “only receives” fuel by pipeline: See the PWS: C-2.1.2 Terminal Product Receipts: Figure 3 presents the annual workload projection for receipts.

Question 5

Please provide the incoming flow rate of the pipeline?

Answer

The estimated flow rates of Pipeline Receipts are 1100-1200 GPMs/24hrs operations.

Question 6

What is the frequency of pipeline transfers to Ft. Drum and how long does each transfer take?

Answer

There are no “Pipeline transfers” to Fort Drum; however, there are commercial truck deliveries.

Note: Fort Drum does not have a pipeline system. Therefore, pipeline fuel transfers cannot be conducted. The pipeline connection only extends from the Buckeye Pipeline to the DFSP Verona Terminal. Fort Drum only receives fuel from commercial tanker trucks. These commercial trucks get the fuel from the DFSP Verona, and then deliver the fuel to Fort Drum’s fuel facilities.

Question 7

What is the average transfer time for receipts?

Answer

See Item #7 for Pipeline Receipts: transfer time estimated at 24hrs.

Estimated Truck Receipt: 600-1000 GPM; depending on total dispensing points/pumps used (transfer estimated at .5hrs). One pump is rated at 600 GPM.

Question 8

How many tank trucks are loaded weekly?

Answer

Estimated: 16 per week; however, plan according to the requirements in the PWS.

Question 8

Will radios need to be provided that are compatible with those in use at Ft. Drum, or will the contractor be required to locate an individual at the receiving location during transfers?

Answer

See PWS, C-1.6, Communication Services Requirement:

A minimum of four (4ea) portable, intrinsically safe transceivers, "Handie Talkie" or equivalent and a base station to be used by Contractor personnel. The Contractor shall provide batteries and battery-charging equipment necessary to maintain the four radios in an operational condition at all times.

Question 9

Are the radios, handheld and base station provided as Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE)?

Answer

No; in accordance with (IAW) the PWS: C-1.6, Contractor Furnished Equipment, Communication Services Requirement:

A minimum of four (4ea) portable, intrinsically safe transceivers, "Handie Talkie" or equivalent and a base station to be used by Contractor personnel. The Contractor shall provide batteries and battery-charging equipment necessary to maintain the four radios in an operational condition at all times.

Question 10

Is the entire security system, cameras, monitors, and other components provided as GFE?

Answer

Yes; however, IAW the PWS: C-2.12.22 Inspection and Maintenance of Site Security Equipment:

The Contractor is responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of security equipment installed at the site.

Question 11

We understand the lab equipment is GFE, but who provides and pays for expendable lab supplies?

Answer

DLA Energy will fund the cost for laboratory supplies. The Contractor will use CLIN 1002AA - Services and Equipment/Supplies/Materials Not Requiring a Written Task Order to purchase required supplies.

Question 12

Is a snow blower required and will it be provided as GFE?

See: IAW the PWS: C-1.6 Contractor-Furnished Equipment: Vehicles Requirement:

Heavy-Duty Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle equipped with snow plow, minimum 3/4 ton rating, with trailer hitch, wiring, licensing, and needed accessories to provide the capability for towing, spill containment trailer, and for transporting other terminal equipment and the oil spill control/cleanup equipment (oil scavenger system, fire foam cart, fire suppression equipment, etc.). Vehicle shall not exceed 5 years of age at start of contract. The vehicle shall be stationed at the terminal and used for hauling the above equipment in order to provide an immediate response to terminal emergencies and to prevent and/or contain any petroleum spill, leak, or seepage.

Question 13

Are spill kits or absorbent materials provided as GFE?

Answer

Yes; IAW Appendix B: Government-Furnished Equipment/Property Inventory:

44. Spill Response Kit, Series "A"

However, see C-1.6 Contractor-Furnished Equipment:

Note: Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Contractor shall not be reimbursed by the Government for expenses incurred in containing, preventing the spread of, and cleaning up of a petroleum spill, leak, or seepage if such a spill, leak, or seepage results from negligence, bad faith, or willful misconduct of the Contractor or its employees or agents, or if such a spill, leak, or seepage results from a risk that is covered by insurance, or if the Contractor is otherwise reimbursed. If the Contractor is insured or otherwise reimbursed, he shall be responsible only to the extent of such insurance or reimbursement.

Question 14

Is a pull-behind mower to cut the grass provided as GFE?

Answer

No, it’s not provided as GFE; see, C-1.6 Contractor-Furnished Equipment: Vehicles Requirement:

Tractor, minimum 30 hp with enclosed cab, and attachments to maintain lawn and move snow with the following attachments: lawn mower, bush hog, snow blower and front-end loader with bucket.

Also, IAW the PWS, C-2.12.19 Grounds Maintenance: The Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, materials, supplies, equipment and management necessary to provide grounds maintenance services within all terminal fence-line and terminal related areas. Grounds Maintenance services shall be performed in accordance with all Federal, State and local laws and regulations and the requirements specified below:

Question 15

On average, how many tanker trucks are filled each day?

See; PWS: C-1.7 Planning Information: Figure 1 Project Throughput for Shipments

Question 16

What is the maximum amount of tanker trucks that may be filled simultaneously?

Answer

Estimate: Currently two (2) fill-stands are being operated simultaneously; however, there are a total of four (4) operational-stands, the contractor shall be capable of operating all four.

Question 17

Concerning the ability to project the cost of non-clin reimbursable expense due to the cost of seals. In the job walk the incumbent Terminal Superintendent stated that each outbound truck shipment takes 5- 22 security seals. Current tank Truck Company being used has 19 openings that require seals. A box of 5000 seals will cost $1000.

Answer

IAW C-1.6 Contractor-Furnished Equipment:

Note: The total number of required seals will not be determined by DLA-Energy nor annotated in the PWS; It will be the responsibility of the contractor to provide all required seals. The contractor must estimate and include the cost in the bid/offer.

Question 18

For planning purposes can DLA provide the number of tank truck per week that is currently being performed?

Answer

See item #10

Question 19

Will the government provide training on safe transportation of hazardous material, as stated in C-2.4?

This training was eliminated by amendment in the recent overseas Air Force bulk fuel storage solicitations.

Answer

No; DLA Energy no longer provides/funds this training. It is the responsibility of the contractor to obtain this required training; therefore, for bidders on new contracts, it is imperative that they include the cost of this training into their bid/offer. Below are the trainings that will no longer be provided or funded by DLA Energy.

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training

Safe Transportation of Hazardous Materials Training

Question 20

Section L201(b) Sub-Factor 1 requests information on relationship with Buckeye Pipeline Company.

The PWS is silent on such relationship. Please explain the expected relationship with Buckeye Pipeline Company.

Answer

IAW PWS, see C-2.1.2 Terminal Product Receipts:

Fuel is received by pipeline. All fuel shall be sampled and tested in accordance with Section C-2.2. Pipeline receipts are via the Verona terminal pipeline connection to the Buckeye Pipeline Company. Figure 3 presents the annual workload projection for receipts. This projection is based on an average of historical transportation modes and frequencies for receipt and a projection of the out years.

Because the DFSP Verona Bulk Storage Terminal receives all fuel from this commercial pipeline company. The Terminal's main incoming fuel line is connected directly to the Buckeye Pipeline; so, it's extremely important that the offers understands they must establish a good working "Relationship" with the Buckeye Pipeline Company.

Question 21

A recent amendment to the Air Force Bulk Fuel solicitation for Ramstein, Germany offered the following:

“If the offeror intends to hire the incumbent personnel (Terminal Superintendent and/or FDSM), they may so state in their proposal and may omit their resumes for submission. The resumes for the incumbents must then be provided within 30 days of contract award for administrative purposes. If the offeror does not intend to hire the incumbent personnel, they must provide a resume for their candidates as part of their proposal.”

Answer

See Amendment 3 (FBO)

Question 22

Request DLA-E remove or modify the resume requirement from the RFP. The incumbent corporate representative is refusing to allow employees to give resumes to bonafide offerors. Such actions place the incumbent employees in a difficult situation as they seem to be top-notch professionals and should to have a chance to work for whoever wins the contract. Excluding them from consideration should not be allowed. Resumes are not proprietary information of the incumbent company, but personal property of each involved employee. A statement explaining offerors intend to hire the qualified incumbent employees should suffice in place of resumes.

See Amendment 3 (FBO)

Question 23

Should Past Performance information be included as part of the Offeror’s Submission Package, as was done with the recent overseas Air Force bulk fuel storage solicitations? If the government wishes it as a separate volume, how many copies should be submitted?

Answer

Offerors shall submit one original copy of the Offeror Submission Package, along with its Past Performance.

Question 24

When are the past performance questionnaires due?

Answer

DLA Energy requests that past performance questionnaires are returned no later than 16 November 2012

Question 25

Because sections L and M do not address the submission or evaluation of the Contract Compliance Plan, may we assume the reference to its being submitted with the proposal will be deleted from paragraph C- 1.5.1?

Answer

Section C-6.11 Contract Compliance Plan (CCP) states, “The Contractor shall submit a CCP to the Contracting officer for review and approval within 30 days after contract award.”

Question

In order for offerors other than the incumbent to write to the technical requirements, we must have access to the necessary DLA Energy Policies. Sub-Factor 2, Maintenance, requires offerors to demonstrate knowledge of DLA Energy Policy P-12. Sub-Factor 4, Accounting, requires offerors to ensure accounting and inventory functions are performance in accordance with DLA Energy Policies and to show an understanding of DLA Energy Policies P1, P2, and P7. Please change the criteria or please provide DLA Energy Policies P1, P2, P7 and P12 so we may use them to help us meet the requirements of the solicitation.

The Policy Letters were provided: P1, P2, P7, and P12 are attached to the amendment (Questions)