QandA_W50S7Z26RA003.pdf

Questions and Answers_W50S7Z26RA003

Q: After reviewing Attachment 2 (Man-Hour Estimate) and the Recommended Personnel Profile language, we respectfully request clarification regarding personnel qualification requirements.

A: qualification standards of civilian personnel are outlined at DAFMAN 44-197, Chapter 3

Q: The document references enlisted grade criteria (e.g., “E-6 or higher” for WDDRPM and “E-5 or higher” for DTPAM), along with additional military-specific eligibility criteria (e.g., separation timelines, Guard unit restrictions, adverse action history).

A: WDDRPM and DTPAM (all contracted personnel) will be civilian personnel, and qualified in accordance with DAFMAN 44-197, Chapter 3

Q: For contractor-provided WDDRPM, Adjunct DTPAM, and DTPAM roles under this solicitation, does the Government require personnel to hold a current or prior enlisted grade of E-6 (WDDRPM) and E-5 (DTPAM), or are those criteria applicable only to Guard-assigned personnel under DAFMAN 44-197?

A: the Government does not require civilian personnel to hold a prior or current enlisted grade

Q: If contractor personnel are not required to hold prior military grade, may offerors propose civilian personnel with equivalent experience, training, and qualifications in DDRP operations?

A: Contractor personnel are not required to currently or previously hold any enlisted grade as referenced in DAFMAN 44-197. Offerors may propose civilian personnel with equivalent experience, training and qualifications in DDRP operations.

Q: Can the Government provide the anticipated annual testing frequency (number of testing events per year) for each performance location:

- 159th Fighter Wing / 214th EIS (Belle Chasse, LA) A: at least Monthly

- JFHQ/CAOS (New Orleans, LA) A: at least quarterly; may be ad hoc

- 236th CBCS (Hammond, LA) A: at least quarterly; may be ad hoc

- 259th ATCS (Alexandria, LA) A: at least quarterly; may be ad hoc

Q: Additionally, can the Government provide historical average monthly selection volumes per location?

- 159th Fighter Wing / 214th EIS (Belle Chasse, LA) A: on average, 200 donors monthly (RSD weekend testing event)

- JFHQ/CAOS (New Orleans, LA) A: no more than 20 donors, quarterly

A: no more than 20 donors quarterly

Q: The PWS references both “DTPAM” and “Adjunct DTPAM.” For proposal clarity, can the Government confirm, whether these are distinct functional roles:

- Whether the Adjunct DTPAM is expected to perform full Wing DDR Program Manager (WDDRPM)-level responsibilities;

A: the Adjunct DTPAM will perform WDDRPM level responsibilities on an as needed basis

- Whether Adjunct DTPAMs are authorized to independently conduct testing events in lieu of the WDDRPM;

A: Adjunct DTPAMs are authorized to conduct testing events in lieu of WDDRPM

- Which program management functions remain solely the responsibility of the Wing DDRPM (e.g., PE&O, compliance reporting, positive case coordination, metrics, training oversight, CFOC, etc.)?

A: WDDRPM (DDRPM) duties are outlined in DAFMAN 44-197, at 2.15

Additionally, can the Government clarify whether “DTPAM” and “Adjunct DTPAM” are intended to represent interchangeable functions for purposes of this solicitation, or if there is a defined distinction in scope, authority, and responsibility between the two roles?

Clarification on this point would significantly impact staffing structure, travel assumptions, pricing methodology, and overall program execution planning.

A: for the purposes of this solicitation, the DTPAM and Adjunct DTPAM are interchangeable; the Adjunct DTPAM will be present on RSD weekend testing event and as needed outside of scheduled testing events

Q: For the 236th CBCS and 259th ATCS locations:

- Does the Government anticipate on-site Adjunct DTPAM support at those GSUs?

A: when coordinated, testing at the GSUs may require the Adjunct DTPAM to be onsite

- Should offerors assume travel from the primary Wing location to support those units?

A: yes; travel is configured from the primary duty location (NAS JRB New Orleans) to GSU, unless contractor personnel resides within 50 miles of testing site

- Are testing events at GSUs expected during each RSD cycle or periodically throughout the year?

A: no, testing events at GSUs are periodically, throughout the year

Q: Does the Government anticipate simultaneous testing events occurring at multiple locations during the same RSD weekend requiring parallel staffing?

A: the government does not anticipate simultaneous testing events at multiple locations during the same RSD weekend testing event

Q: For staffing and surge planning purposes, can the Government confirm the maximum anticipated selection volume per testing event at each location?

- 159th Fighter Wing / 214th EIS (Belle Chasse, LA) A: on average, 200 donors monthly (RSD weekend testing event)

- JFHQ/CAOS (New Orleans, LA) A: no more than 20 donors, quarterly

Q: Can the Government provide an estimated number of testing events, RSD weekends, or anticipated annual testing cycles at each performance location?

A: testing is conducted at least monthly (RSD Weekend); ad hoc testing events with previous notification

Q: Does the Government expect testing at all five (5) sites to be done on the same day?

A: no

Q: Will the Government consider combining locations if they are close in proximity?

A: no

Q: Approximately how many people do you expect to be tested at each event? Will you provide enough time in advance for the testing events? How far out?

A: not more than 200 tested per RSD weekend, a schedule will be provided for RSD testing; notice to travel to GSU will be given at no later than 2 weeks prior to testing event

Q: How often are these events and how many a year based on previous events?

A: testing will be at least monthly (RSD weekends); ad hoc testing events are possible with prior notice

Q: Is there a specific format or template required for the Monthly Status Report referenced in the Performance Requirements Summary?

A: yes; the template will be provided by the Government

Q: Will contractor personnel be expected to support multiple locations within the same testing cycle, and if so, should travel be included within proposed pricing?

A: contractor personnel may be expected to support multiple locations within the same testing cycle (month); GSU testing events, performed at least quarterly, will be given at least two weeks prior notification

Q: Besides workspace and office equipment, will the Government provide testing consumables and materials, or should contractors include these items in their proposals?

A: the Government will provide all testing consumables and materials

Q: Are PE&O activities expected on a recurring schedule, or will these be coordinated on an as-needed basis by the installation?

A: PE&O is not recurring and will be coordinated on an as-needed basis

Q: Does the Government anticipate frequent ad-hoc or surge testing events outside of RSD weekends?

A: the government does not anticipate frequent surge or ad hoc testing however, if any, testing outside of the RSD weekend testing event will be given prior notice, at least 2 weeks in advance

Q: Will the Government be providing their own MRO and lab testing?

A: The government will have their own MRO and lab testing

Q: Will the Government be providing any of the following: (1) WDDRPM, (1) Adjunct DTPAM and (3) DTPAM personnel or is this the responsibility of the contractor?

A: the government will provide observers; the contractor shall provide the WDDRPM Adjunct DTPAM and DTPAMs

Q: Who is the incumbent? Award number and value of the current contract?

A: this is a new requirement

Q: Since this is "hybrid" does the contractor need to be local?

A: there is no requirement for the contractor to be local

Q: Are bids submitted via this via email to you or via PIEE platform?

A: bids are submitted via email, 159msg.msc.solicitations@us.af.mil

Q: Is testing done every month? What is the total number of testing days per contract year?

A: testing is monthly (RSD weekend, 2 days); as hoc testing events occur but prior notification will be given

Q: What are the estimated total working hours per staff for the contract year?

A: the monthly estimated average working hours for the WDDRPM: 1912 hours; DTPAM:

192; Adjunct DTPAM: 320

Q: Is all testing done over the weekend (Fri, Sat & Sun)?

A: Testing is during RSD weekends, 2 days monthly; there will be ad hoc testing, prior notification will be given

Q: What is the average number of days have there been 100-250 donors per day for the contract year?

A: during a single RSD weekend testing event, the average donors does not exceed 200

Q: What is the average number of days have there been over 250 donors per day for the contract year?

A: during a single RSD weekend testing event, the average donors does not exceed 200

Q: Who's the current incumbent and what was the winning bid amount?

A: this is a new requirement

Q: Are testing ever done simultaneously at the listed sites or each location will have a set schedule?

A: testing events are not performed simultaneously; the primary/largest testing event is during RSD weekends at NAS JRB New Orleans, testing at other locations will be given notification at least two weeks prior to testing event

Q: Please confirm that the contractor is responsible for having the drug test kits.

A: the contractor is not responsible for providing drug testing kits

Q: Price sheet, I only see sections for the WDDRPM & DTPAM but nothing for the Contract Manager and the Observers, how do we bill for those two positions or are these two being handled by COR?

A: this requirement is for a WDDRPM, DTPAM and Adjust DTPAM; observer duty is provided by military personnel mailto:159msg.msc.solicitations@us.af.mil