W56PFY20Q00030001, Sol Amend 1 - BLS Tunisia.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is to add in missing language in the PWS, clarify the solicitation instructions and evaluation, and include the answ ers to questions from industry. The solicitation response time is changed to 17 DEC 2019 at 12:00 PM Central European Time (Rome, Italy).

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 12-Dec-2019

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W56PFY20Q0003

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

04-Dec-2019

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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 Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer 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 you 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)

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. 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.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

12-Dec-2019

CODE

414TH CSB RCO AFRICA

VIA DELLA PACE #197

VICENZA 36100

W56PFY 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W56PFY20Q0003

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 13-Dec-2019 11:00 AM to 17-Dec-2019 12:00 PM.

The following have been added by full text:

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q1. When should we provide the laundry facilities:15 February, 1st March or 15th March ?

A1. 5 March 20, language has been updated in Technical Exhibit 3 (TE3)

Q2. Can we add some concrete base to fix the barriers (and remove them on the end)?

A2. The area must be returned to the same state in which it was found.

Q3. In the Q and A form, answer to Q3 states "Please refer to section 5.1.1.1.3 of the PWS for spacing requirements." There is no such section in the solicitation document. Please advise, what are the applicable spacing requirements?

A3. Language has been updated in the PWS. Please refer to section 5.1.1.1.3

Q4. Do the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act restrict the origin of the shower facilities? We would like to know if any country of origin restrictions are applicable.

A4. If the shower facilities are part of a tent structure then the Berry Amendment may apply.

Q5. We have noted that there is no "start" date mentioned for Laundry, Lighting and Perimeter fencing.

A4. Language has been updated in the PWS; refer to Technical Exhibit 3

Q6. Will BLS supporting team be able to utilize the water from the stream for camp support services?

A6. Please refer to sections 5.8 and 5.9 of the PWS. The contractor is required to provide water per the PWS. The US Government does not determine the water source the contractor utilizes to fulfill requirements identified in the

PWS.

Q7. What is the maximum number of personnel allowed to be in a single tent?

A7. Please refer to Table 5.1 and section 5.2 in the PWS. No minimum of personnel identified in the PWS. The requirement is a minimum of 40sf/3.72sm per person, as identified in Table 5.1 (Sleeping Facilities)

Q8. Please advise types of trash which will be required for removal? Is food and water bottles part of this waste removal?

A9. Refer to sections 5.5, 5.6, 5.8, and 5.9 of the PWS. There is a potential for a mix of waste; to include, food and water bottles in the trash.

Q10. Do renderings and drawings of proposed camp layout count towards the 10 page limit for technical volume submission?

A10. Yes, these items would count toward the 10 page limit IAW 52.212-1 Addendum

Q11. Can support staff at the BLS award stay near the camp being proposed (in contractor furnished tenting) but utilizing power provided to USG?

A11. Power generation shall be IAW section 5.7 of the PWS. Power generation in the PWS is for use within the camp to support USG requirements.

Q12. Are cots for the bedding sufficient?

A12. Please refer to section 5.2 / 5.2.7 of the PWS.

Q13. Please confirm delivery of all materials to support this effort to be delivered and inspected at the proposed camp site. Page 9 0001 lists the ship to address as APO box in AE.

A13. All items will be delivered and inspected at the training site in Cap Serrat, Tunisia. There is no set address for this location. The exact location will be coordinated by the COR after award.

Q14. Confirm 220 total occupants, 200 male, 20 female.

A14. Please refer to Table 5.2 (Sleeping Facilities) of the PWS. 220 total personnel, 20 are female.

Q15. Can USG confirm award date or guarantee minimal # of days between award and 1st hard construction milestone? (15 Feb 2020) Since funds are not yet available for this contract.

A15. The Government anticipates an award NLT 31 Dec 2019.

Q16. Confirm location of Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings (Site)?

A16. A post award conference may be held via teleconference.

Q17. Confirm fence barrier around site is temporary in nature such as PVC construction fencing and confirm if entrance exit points need to be gated.

A17. Refer to section 5.11 of the PWS; perimeter fence shall be temporary and prevent people/animals from wandering into the camp.

Q18. Can we have the exact coordinates of where the Camp will be situated ?

A18. The exact location will be coordinated by the COR after award.

Q19. What is the required minimum Perimeter of the Fence?

A19. Please refer to section 5.11 of the PWS. This is for the contractor to determine based on the contractor’s planned camp set up.

Q20. Can we use Gas instant water heaters for the showers instead of electrical heaters?

A20. Please refer to section 5.8.2.5 of the PWS. The contractor shall provide a consistent hot water temperature of up to 110 Fahrenheit (43.3 Celsius). Water heaters must comply with safety standards outlined in the PWS.

Q21. Is the road leading to the Camp asphalted or is it a dirt road?

A21. The road leading to the camp is asphalt and hard packed road base; the municipality is in the process of paving the road.

Q22. Does it hold and stay usable for 40 Tons Water Tanker trucks in case of heavy rains?

A22. Not able to provide an answer to this question.

Q23. Can large trucks access inside the camp without any problems or will there be a need for transitional AWD vehicles to service Water Tanks and to remove Gray & Black water?

A23. Large trucks may be able to access inside of the camp; will depend upon the camp layout and weather.

Q24. How high does the fencing need to be?

A24. Refer to section 5.11 of the PWS; perimeter fence shall be temporary and prevent people/animals from wandering into the camp.

Q25. How soon can we start prepping the campgrounds?

A25. Upon notification of award from the contracting officer or notice to proceed from the contracting officer.

Q26. Tunisia has a VAT however foreign missions are exempt will US Embassy provide exemption documents for VAT exoneration or do we have to factor in VAT in our FFP for the contract?

A26. Please refer to section 5.1.1.1 of the PWS.

Q27. Will the contract be awarded as an All Clins or will USG award claims separately

A27. The USG intends to award one contract only as a result of solicitation W56PFY20Q0003.

Q28. Can you provide data from last year’s exercise? Period of performance? Number of personnel? Services provided.

A28. You may submit a FOIA request.

Q30. What is the quantity of paper towel required per wash Sink at the wash stations? And at the Shower Sinks?

A30. Please refer to sections 5.6 and 5.8 of the PWS.

Q31. USG is asking for hooks to hang clothing next to showers: will USG provide Polls or is there a Wall adjacent to where showers will be installed? Or does quoter need to provide self-standing hangers for clothing.

A31. Please refer to section 5.8 of the PWS.

Q32. Can you provide how many hours per day will you anticipate AC units at sleeping tents to be actively working?

A32. Please refer to sections 5.2, 5.3, and 5.4 of the PWS. The AC units must maintain a consistent temperature as identified in the PWS.

Q33. How soon can USG make an award decision?

A33. The USG intends to award a contract NLT 31 Dec 2019.

Q34. Does USG have a pre-set specific idea on where the Showers and the porta Johns should be placed?

QA34. This is for the contractor to determine based upon site set-up.

Q35. Can Quoter propose alternative electrical power means to augment the generators?

A35. Please refer to section 5.7 of the PWS. This is for the contractor to determine as part of their quote.

Q36. Will USG have specific hours when showers should be operational during the day or should we assume 24/7 power generation?

A36. Please refer to section 5.8 of the PWS. Showers should be available 24/7.

Q37. Please confirm that the need is 2000 Gallons per shower per day: If we opt for 16 showers we should replenish 32000 Gallons of water per day?

A37. Please refer to section 5.8.2.2 of the PWS. The requirement is at least 2000 gallons per day for each shower structure. 2000 gallons is the minimum.

Q38. Is the Quoter free to suggest number of personnel per tent?

A38. Please refer to Table 5.1 and section 5.2 of the PWS. The contractor should include this information in their quote.

Q39. How would partial payment be authorized? Can we bill weekly for each CLIN?

A39. Partial payment may be authorized; USG prefers only one payment.

Q40. Is is allowed to level the field using gravel or a stream roller?

A40. Site shall be returned to the same condition as found.

Q41. Where would the main barrier be at?

A41. Please refer to section 5.11 of the PWS. The fence/barrier is required to go around the perimeter of the camp with two entrance/exit points.

Q42. What was used for housing last year if it was not Tentin?

A42. Tents were utilized for past requirements.

Q43. Are bunk beds allowed to satisfy the 3.75sm per person for sleeping facilities ?

A43. Please refer to section 5.2 of the PWS.

Q44. Can the Government, please articulate the meaning of “1.6.17 PHASE IN /PHASE OUT PERIOD: Reserved.”

A44. Reserved for use if needed. There is no phase in / phase out period for this action.

Q45. What is the size that the perimeter fence needs to cover?

45. Please refer to A19 and section 5.11 of the PWS

Q46. In 1.5 Period of Performance, can the Government please define what IOC and FOC means?

A46. Initial Operational Capability and Full Operational Capability

Q47. The current statement in 5.11 Perimeter/Fence Barrier, “The contractor shall emplace a fence / barrier around the BLS site with two entrance/exit points. The fence/barrier shall help prevent people and animals from wandering into the BLS site.” Does not provide enough information in order to provide pricing a. Can the Government, please define the space, exact number of square feet or meters that the fence needs to cover the fence for pricing purposes?

What are the linear feet or meters that is required for the fence?

A47. The amount of fencing required is dependent upon the contractor’s layout of the camp site.

Q48. In order to ensure fair competition, can the Government, please advise what type of fence shall be used, chain link or wood materials in 5.11?

A48. Please refer to section 5.11 of the PWS. USG does not have a specific material requirement. This is up to the contractor to determine to meet the requirements of the PWS.

Q49. What is the square footage or meters of the Basic Life Support camp area in Cap Serrat?

A49. Please refer to A47; not a set size.

Q50. When is the forecasted award date?

A50. Please refer to A33.

Q51. Can the Government please consider adding a mobilization and demobilization CLIN?

A51. The USG does not plan on adding a mobilization and demobilization CLIN.

Q52. Can the Government please define the meaning of PRS. 5.8.2.2.1 states, “The Contractor shall ensure fresh water tanks are large enough or in sufficient quantity to provide at least 2000 gallons of potable water per day for each shower structure. (PRS 14)” A52. Please refer to section 5.8 of the PWS

Q53. Can the USG consider an award based on LPTA?

A53. The USG intends to award to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable as per the amended solicitation.

The following have been modified:

52.212-1 ADDENDUM

Addendum to 52.212-1

I. INTRODUCTION

A. The Quoter shall provide a quote (IN ENGLISH) that SHALL address all that is listed in the solicitation. All criteria under this solicitation will be evaluated in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 and 13 procedures. The basis for award will be made in accordance with FAR 52.212-2 and its addendum. The US Government intends to evaluate quotes and reserves the right to award a contract WITHOUT discussions. However, if the Government cannot make the award on initial quotes, then the Government may conduct discussions with Quoters.

B. In response to this solicitation, the Quoter shall provide submission of one (1) electronic copy via email. Quotes shall be emailed to:

SFC Tabatha Fiacco: tabatha.l.fiacco2.mil@mail.mil SFC Adebowale Goyea: adebowale.o.goyea.mil@mail.mil Paul Negrido: paul.f.negrido.civ@mail.mil

II. QUOTE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. Quotes shall be submitted in the prescribed format and provide detailed information in order for the Government to conduct a complete evaluation of each quote. Quotes shall be precise, factual, and describe in sufficient detail how the proposed method(s) will meet the requirements set forth in the solicitation and the PWS. Simply restating requirements from the PWS in the quote will NOT constitute an understanding of the requirement.

Note: the terms “Quotation” and “Quoter” shall be substituted for “Offer” and “Offeror” in this solicitation.

B. The three following Volumes are required, which shall constitute a Quote:

Volume Description / Title Quantity Required Page Limit

I Detailed Description* 1 original 10 pages II Solicitation/Contract/ Standard Form 1449 Price 1 original No limit III Additional Requirements (if applicable) 1 original No limit *A page, for purposes of this solicitation is defined as one (1) side of standard paper (8.5 in x 11 in), no smaller than font size 11 in Arial or New Times Roman. Quoteors shall ensure that the electronic copy (email submissions) and all files contained therein are readable, complete, word searchable and accessible without a password. The use of hyperlinks, web links, or embedded attachments in quotes is prohibited. Any quote not complying with these criteria may be considered nonresponsive and may result as a quote ineligible for contract award. Additional pages over the maximum allowed will be removed from the quote and will not be evaluated by the Government.

1. All information must be confined to the appropriate Volume. Quoters SHALL keep Volume I (Detailed Description), Volume II (Pricing information – SF1449), and Volume III (Additional Requirements) separate and not intermixed. The quote must be prepared clearly and concisely to demonstrate the Quoter has a complete understanding of the requirement.

Volume Format: A cover page shall be submitted with each Volume and shall remain exclusive of the page limitations as defined below. Each cover page shall include the volume number, solicitation number, firm’s name, a Point of Contact (POC) with name and telephone number, N-CAGE (or CAGE) code. Each page of the quote shall include the solicitation number, and page number. Quotes shall be valid for 30 days after Request for Quote closing date.

2. Volume I – Detailed Description

a. Quoters shall provide a detailed description (pictures if applicable) of how the quoter intends to fulfill the requirements in the PWS listed in the solicitation. The Volume shall demonstrate a clear understanding the requirements as identified in the PWS. The Volume shall individually address each CLIN and shall illustrate how the Quoter will meet the performance requirements of the respective PWS paragraphs associated with each CLIN.

The quote must be prepared with the assumption that the Government has no previous knowledge of the Quoter’s capabilities or anticipated strategy to perform the necessary services meeting or exceeding the performance standards as outlined in the PWS.

b. If tentage will be used as part of the Quoter’s strategy to meet the requirements of the PWS, the Quoter shall provide documentation addressing compliance with Berry Amendment. If applicable, the Quoter shall submit a Berry Amendment compliance Certification in accordance with DFARS 252.225-7012 “Preference For Certain Domestic Commodities (JAN 2007).” This documentation will be exclusive of the page limitations as identified above.

3. Volume II – Pricing Information (SF1449)

a. The Quoter shall price its effort in consideration of and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the solicitation. Each Quoter shall provide pricing by providing a price for each CLIN’s unit price and total price (net amount) in the attached SF1449. Quoter’s shall complete ALL CLINs of this solicitation. Failure to do so may be considered non-responsive to the solicitation and may result in a received quote ineligible for award.

b. The Quoter shall provide an estimate for Defense Base Act Insurance (DBA) (CLIN 0009). The insurance estimate will not be evaluated as part of the Quoter’s total price calculation.

c. ALL PRICES SHALL BE SUBMITTED IN US DOLLARS ($) ON A FIXED PRICE BASIS. PRICE

QUOTES CONTAINING OTHER CURRENCIES MAY BE CONSIDERED NON-RESPONSIVE.

d. The SF1449 and subsequent amendment(s) shall be signed and dated to acknowledge any changes made under this solicitation.

4. Quotes will not be returned (except for quotes which are withdrawn in a timely manner), but will be retained by the Government for official record purposes.

III. Volume III – Additional Requirements A. There will be NO PRE-CONFERENCE for this solicitation at this time. QUESTIONS regarding to this solicitation must be submitted in writing 9 December 2019, 11:00 AM (Central European Time – Rome Time) to:

tabatha.l.fiacco2.mil@mail.mil, kevin.r.devol.mil@mail.mil, and paul.f.negrido.civ@mail.mil Answers to Quoters’ questions will be posted on FedBizOpps.gov in an amendment to the solicitation.

Quoters are required to acknowledge all amendments by submitting the signed SF30 with their quote.

B. SAM REQUIREMENT. To be awarded a Government contract the Quoter SHALL:

-Have a DUNS number (Dun & Bradstreet);(http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform);

-Have a NCAGE number (https://eportal.nspa.nato.int/AC135Public/CageTool/home), and -Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) website:

(https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/)

C. Foreign Vender Vetting: (FOREIGN VENDOR’S ONLY) All Non-US Quoters* must be vetted by the US Embassy and Tunisian Special Forces (GFS). In accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291) Section 841-3, “Never Contract with the Enemy”, as well as DoD Directive 2000.16, “Antiterrorism Standards”, and DODD 5240.02 CI Support to Force Protection, the Government has a requirement to assess and validate contractor “suitability” by integrating intelligence and Force Protection with the acquisition activities.

Accordingly, ALL Non-US Quoters* to this solicitation will be assessed to identify risk acceptability associated with the following risk variables: foreign intelligence, terrorist, and criminal control or exploitation of foreign vendors used as prime contractors and/or subcontractors on US Government contracts; prevention of contract dollars from funding foreign intelligence entities (FIE), terrorists, entities engaged in criminal activity, or other entities hostile to the U.S.; and the protection of U.S. personnel, equipment, and installations from acts of espionage, sabotage, or other intelligence activities.

If a Quoter is assessed and receives a risk rating of “Unacceptable” to the US Government in any one of the identified risk variables, the Quoter will be notified immediately and may not be considered eligible for contract award. In order for the Government to conduct this risk assessment, ALL Non-US Quoters will be required to complete The Foreign Vendor Vetting Information Sheet, Attachment 1. The Quoter shall also provide the associated documentation, as applicable (see Foreign Vendor Vetting Information Sheet for details), for themselves and any/all quoted subcontractors as part of submission of their quote to this solicitation. Failure to provide the sheet may deem the Quote technically unacceptable. Additionally, failure to be assessed as “Acceptable” may determine the Quoter to be considered ineligible for contract award. Please see Addendum to FAR 52.212-2 for the definitions of “Acceptable” and “Unacceptable”.

*Non-US Quoters: A foreign Contractor, including subcontractors, incorporated and operating in an Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) environment, responding to a US Government Solicitation to provide supplies and/or services to the US Government.”

D. Quotes are due and must be received no later than the date and time indicated on Block 8 of page ONE (1) of this solicitation.

(End of Addendum)

52.212-2 ADDENDUM

Addendum to 52.212-2

I. BASIS FOR AWARD

A. The Government will award a contract resulting from the solicitation to the responsible Quoter whose quote demonstrates the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable Quoter, which has received a score of Acceptable in Factor 1, Detailed Description. The Quoter’s submission must clearly reflect the Quoter’s understanding of the requirement and fully respond to the minimum requirements specified in the Addendum to 52.212-1 under Volume I – Detailed Description. Quoters who simply restate the performance work statement requirements or fail to submit the minimum information as specified in the solicitation and the Addendum to 52.212-1 may result in the quote being technically unacceptable and ineligible to receive a contract award.

II. EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

A. The U.S. Government intends to evaluate quotes and award a contract without discussions; however, the

U.S. Government reserves the right to hold discussions if it is determined to be necessary. It should be noted that there is no obligation on the part of the Government to make an award to any Quoter in response to this Request for Quote.

B. The evaluation will be conducted in two (2) phases. In Phase One, required documentation will be reviewed by the Contracting Officer to ensure that all documents and signatures requested as outlined in the solicitation have been submitted and conform to the solicitation and the Addendum to 52.212-1. Quotes, which do not meet these requirements, may be deemed Non-Responsive to the solicitation. In Phase Two, the Government’s Technical point of contact, will evaluate the detailed description provided in Volume I – Detailed Description to determine technical acceptability for Factor 1, Detailed Description, as defined below.

C. Before awarding, The Government will make a responsibility determination by analyzing whether the apparent successful Quoter complies with the requirements of FAR subpart 9.1, including:

1. Adequate financial resources or the ability to obtain them;

2. Ability to comply with the required performance period, taking into consideration all existing commercial and governmental business commitments;

3. Satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics;

4. Necessary organization, experience, and skills or the ability to obtain them;

5. Necessary equipment and facilities or the ability to obtain them; and

6. Be otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations.

D. Foreign Vendor Vetting, in addition to paragraph ‘C’ above, will be evaluated to determine the Quoter’s eligibility for contract award. In accordance with Volume III, Additional Requirements, under Addendum to 52.212-1, All Non-US Quoters must furnish a completed copy of The Foreign Vendor Vetting Information Sheet for themselves and any/all Subcontractors and must receive a risk rating of "Acceptable" by the US Government. Please note this requirement is not applicable for any US-based and incorporated Quoters. For the purposes of determining acceptability, the following adjectival ratings of “Acceptable” and “Unacceptable” with associated definitions are as follows:

1. Acceptable: The Non-US Quoter has submitted a completed Foreign Vendor Information Sheet, and associated documents (as applicable), for themselves and any/all Subcontractors and has been determined by the US Government to be considered acceptable with regard to risk associated with the risk variables written in the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1.

2. Unacceptable: The Non-US Quoter has not submitted or has partially submitted a completed Foreign Vendor Information Sheet with copies of the associated documents (as applicable) and/or the US Government determined risk associated with the risk variables written in the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, or other rationale, which resulted in an unacceptable risk rating.

II. EVALUATION APPROACH

The award will be made in accordance with FAR Part 12 and 13 procedures on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable quote. The two factors below shall be evaluated in accordance with the following:

A. Factor 1 – Detailed Description. Technical capability will be determined solely on the content and merit of the information submitted in Volume I, Detailed Description, as defined in the requirements under the Addendum to 52.212-1. Therefore, it is incumbent on the interested Quoter to provide sufficient technical documentation in order for the Government to make an adequate technical assessment of the contractor’s capability and understanding of the requirements in the solicitation. The Quoter’s detailed description in Volume I will be evaluated to determine the extent at which the Quoter has demonstrated a clear understanding of all technical aspects involved in addressing and meeting the performance requirements of the solicitation. The following definitions shall be used to determine technical acceptability under Factor 1:

1. Acceptable: The Quoter has provided a detailed description (with pictures if applicable) of how the Quoter intends to fulfill the requirements in the PWS listed in the solicitation in accordance with the requirements in the Addendum to 52.212-1. The Volume submitted demonstrates a clear understanding the requirements as identified in the PWS and individually addresses each CLIN illustrating how the Quoter will meet the performance requirements of the respective PWS paragraphs associated with each

CLIN.

2. Unacceptable: Any one of the following shall determine a Quoter’s submission of Volume I technically unacceptable:

a. The Quoter has not provided a detailed description (with pictures if applicable) of how the Quoter intends to fulfill the requirements in the PWS listed in the solicitation in accordance with the requirements in the Addendum to 52.212-1.

b. The Volume submitted does not demonstrate a clear understanding of the requirements as identified in the PWS.

c. The Volume submitted does not individually addresses each CLIN illustrating how the Quoter will meet the performance requirements of the respective PWS paragraphs associated with each CLIN.

B. Factor 2 – Price

1. Pricing information shall be submitted for ALL Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) by providing a unit price and total price per CLIN located on the SF 1449. The Government will add all total CLIN prices, minus CLIN 0009 (DBA), to derive the total evaluated price for each quote received. Price will be evaluated separately from the Factor 1. For award purposes, the Contracting Officer will evaluate the Quoter’s completed SF 1449 to determine fair and reasonableness in accordance with FAR 13.106-3.

Prices will also be evaluated to ensure completeness within the CLIN Schedule (SF 1449) to determine whether or not materially unbalanced pricing exists.

(End of Addendum)

PERFOMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

African Lion 20 Basic Life Support (BLS) Services - Tunisia

Part 1

General Information

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personal services contract to provide Basic Life Support (BLS) services. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform BLS as defined in this Performance Work Statement except for those items specified as government furnished property and services. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.2 Background: BLS for Tunisia historically provided using contracting support.

1.3 Objectives: BLS in Tunisia in support of United States Army Africa (USARAF) exercise African Lion 2020.

1.4 Scope: BLS Services include sleeping accommodations, toilets, hand wash/sinks, showers, power generation, fuel, lighting, climate control systems, laundry, and the services related to providing and maintaining these services during the contract period. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform services as defined in this PWS.

1.5 Period of Performance: The period of performance is estimated to be for 53 days; approximate dates are 15

February (IOC) 1 March (FOC) – 7 April 2020.

1.6 General Information

1.6.1 Quality Control: The contractor shall develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with this PWS. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The contractor’s quality control program is the means by which he assures himself that his work complies with the requirement of the contract. The Contractor shall submit an electronic copy of his Quality Control Plan (QCP) to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for review and approval within fifteen (15) calendar days after contract award and no later than twenty (10) calendar days prior to any anticipated changes.

1.6.2 Quality Assurance: The government shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s).

1.6.3 Recognized Holidays: The contractor shall perform services during all holidays. The contractor shall ensure that there is no degradation of services, during any holiday that may occur, during the contract period.

1.6.4 Hours of Operation: The contractor is responsible for conducting business (office hours), between the hours of 08:00 – 17:00 Monday thru Friday except Federal/National holidays. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

1.6.5 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at the Cap Serrat area in Tunisia.

1.6.6 Type of Contract: The government anticipates to award a Firm-Fixed price purchase order.

1.6.7 Security Requirements: The Contractor is responsible for performing a background check for all personnel that work under this contract; personnel must have a clear background check at time of the quote submission, and must maintain for the life of the contract. Additional checks may be performed by the US Embassy Tunis and Tunisian Ministry of Defense, at no expense to the Contractor.

1.6.7.1 PHYSICAL Security: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information, and property provided for contractor use.

1.6.8 Special Qualifications: Reserved.

1.6.9 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5. The Contracting Officer, Contracting Officers Representative (COR), and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings, the contracting officer will apprise the contractor of how the government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced.

Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the government.

1.6.10 Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The COR will be identified by separate letter. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract:

perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance: maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract: issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, specifications: monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property, and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

1.6.11 Key Personnel: The follow personnel are considered key personnel by the government: Contract Manager and Site Manager. The contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The contract manager shall be able to communicate in English. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the contracting officer at the time of award. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The Contract Manager or alternate shall be available between 08:00 – 17:00, Monday thru Friday except Federal/National holidays. The Site Manager shall be available between 08:00 – 20:00 every day during the performance of this contract.

1.6.12 Identification of Contractor Employees: All contract personnel shall be easily identified as contract employees. Some examples of how this may be accomplished are by use of identification badges or uniforms.

1.6.13 Contractor Travel: Reserved.

1.6.14 Other Direct Costs: Reserved.

1.6.15 Data Rights: Reserved.

1.6.16 Organizational Conflict of Interest: Contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under this contract may receive, have access to or participate in the development of proprietary or source selection information (e.g., cost or pricing information, budget information or analyses, specifications or work statements, etc.) or perform evaluation services which may create a current or subsequent Organizational Conflict of Interests (OCI) as defined in FAR Subpart 9.5. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately whenever it becomes aware that such access or participation may result in any actual or potential OCI and shall promptly submit a plan to the Contracting Officer to avoid or mitigate any such OCI. The Contractor’s mitigation plan will be determined to be acceptable solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer and in the event the Contracting Officer unilaterally determines that any such OCI cannot be satisfactorily avoided or mitigated, the Contracting Officer may effect other remedies as he or she deems necessary, including prohibiting the Contractor from participation in subsequent contracted requirements which may be affected by the OCI.

1.6.17 PHASE IN /PHASE OUT PERIOD: Reserved.

1.6.18 Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Policy. The Contractor shall ensure all employees comply with the Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Policy outlined below.

1.6.18.1 Sexual Harassment Policy Compliance: The Contractor shall certify that all employees performing work under this contract have been fully trained per the requirements below. The COR shall be provided with the following information at a minimum: employee’s name, civil identification number, and date trained. Proof of Sexual Harassment Policy Compliance is due within five (5) days after initial contract award and within 48 hours after arrival of new personnel on site.

1.6.18.2 The Contractor shall conduct training of all employees annually to prevent sexual assault and sexual harassment. This training must at a minimum, ensure that all the Contractor employees understand the definitions and policy outlined below.

1.6.18.3 Each employee shall be in compliance with the training requirement and shall be reported to the Contracting Officer Representative prior to the employee being allowed access to the worksite.

1.6.18.4 Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Policy Definitions: As used in this policy – “Sexual Assault” means – A crime defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault includes rape, nonconsensual sodomy (oral or anal sex), indecent assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling), or attempts to commit these acts.

Sexual assault can occur without regard to gender or spousal relationship or age of victim. “Consent” will not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the victim to offer physical resistance. Consent is not given when a person uses force, threat of force, or coercion or when the victim is asleep, incapacitated, or unconscious.

1.6.18.4.1 Sexual Harassment” means – Gender discrimination that involves unwelcomed sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature between the same or opposite sex genders when such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment. Categories of sexual harassment are:

1.6.18.4.1.1 Verbal – Examples include telling sexual jokes; using sexually explicit profanity, threats, sexually oriented cadences, or sexual comments; whistling in a sexually suggestive manner; and describing certain attributes of one’s physical appearance in a sexual manner.

1.6.18.4.1.2 Nonverbal – Examples include staring at someone, blowing kisses, winking, or licking one’s lips in a suggestive manner. The term may also include printed material (for example, displaying sexually oriented pictures or cartoons); using sexually oriented screen savers on one’s computer; or sending sexually oriented notes, letters, faxes or email.

1.6.18.4.1.3 Physical Contact – Examples include touching, patting, pinching, bumping, grabbing, cornering, or blocking a passageway; kissing; and providing unsolicited back or neck rubs.

1.6.18.4.2 Policy: The Department of Defense has adopted a policy to prevent sexual assault and sexual harassment. Contractors and contractor employees in the US Army Africa (USARAF) Area of Responsibility (AOR) shall not –

1.6.18.4.2.1 Commit acts of sexual assault against any person on any camp, post, installation, or other United States enclave within the USARAF AOR; or

1.6.18.4.2.2 Sexually harass any person on any camp, post, installation, or other United States enclave within the

USARAF AOR.

1.6.18.4.3 Contractor requirements: The Contractor shall –

1.6.18.4.3.1 Notify its employees of – Physical Security Analyst Services

1.6.18.4.3.1.1 The Department of Defenses’ policy described in paragraph 1.6.18.4.2; and

1.6.18.4.3.1.2 The actions that will be taken against employees for violations of this policy. Such actions may include, but are not limited to, removal from the contract, reduction in benefits, or termination of employment.

1.6.18.4.3.2 Take appropriate action, up to and including termination, against employees or Subcontractors that violate the policy in paragraph 1.6.18.4.2; and

1.6.18.4.3.3 Annually train all employees to prevent sexual assault and sexual harassment. This training shall, at a minimum, ensure that all contractor employees understanding the definitions outlined in paragraph 1.6.18.4 and the policy in paragraph 1.6.18.4.2. Each employee’s compliance with this training requirement shall be reported to the Contracting Officer’s Representative prior to the employee being allowed access to the worksite.

1.6.18.4.4 Notification: The Contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer immediately of –

1.6.18.4.4.1 Any information it receives from any source (including host country law enforcement) that alleges a Contractor employee, Subcontractor, or Subcontractor employee has engaged in conduct that violates this policy;

and

1.6.18.4.4.2 Any actions taken against Contractor employees, Subcontractors, or Subcontractor employees pursuant to this policy.

1.6.18.4.5 Remedies: In addition to other remedies available to the Government, the Contractor's failure to comply with the requirements of paragraphs 1.6.18.4.3, 1.6.18.4.4, or 1.6.18.4.6 of this policy may result in –

1.6.18.4.5.1 Requiring the Contractor to remove a Contractor employee or employees from the performance of the contract;

1.6.18.4.5.2 Requiring the Contractor to terminate a subcontract;

1.6.18.4.5.3 Suspension of contract payments;

1.6.18.4.5.4 Loss of award fee, consistent with the award fee plan, for the performance period in which the Government determined Contractor non-compliance;

1.6.18.4.5.5 Termination of the contract for default or cause, in accordance with the termination clause of this contract; or

1.6.18.4.5.6 Suspension or debarment.

1.6.18.4.6 Subcontracts: The Contractor shall include the substance of this policy (all of section 1.6.18), including this paragraph 1.6.18.4.6, in all subcontracts.

1.6.18.4.7 Mitigating Factor: The KO may consider whether the Contractor had a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response training program at the time of the violation as a mitigating factor when determining remedies. Additional information about Sexual Assault Prevention and Response training programs can be found at the Department of Defense Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Home Page, http://www.sapr.mil.

1.6.18.5 Sex Offenders: A sex offender is defined as any person, including but not limited to a Service member, Service member’s Family member, civilian employee, civilian employee’s family member, or contractor, who either is registered or required to register as a sex offender by any law, regulation or policy of the United States, the Department of Defense, the Army, a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, America Samoa, The Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or a federally recognized Indian tribe. This definition is not limited to persons convicted for felony sex offenses but includes all persons who are registered or required to register as a sex offender regardless of the classification of their offenses, including felonies, misdemeanors, and offenses not classified as a felony or misdemeanor.

1.6.18.5.1 All sex offenders shall register in accordance with the Sex Offender Notification Act and shall register with the appropriate authorities.

1.6.18.5.2 Registrants will produce evidence of the qualifying conviction or the sex offender registration paperwork, to include the state/sovereign in which the sex offender was convicted, date of conviction, and results of conviction, to include length of time required to register and any specific court ordered restrictions.

1.6.18.5.3 Persons who are sex offenders include those convicted by a foreign government of an offense equivalent or closely analogous to a covered offense under the Uniform Code of Military Justice as provided in AR 27-10. See 42 USC 16911(5)(B) and U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General, The National Guidelines for Sex Offender Registration and Notification, Final Guidelines, 73 FR 38030, 38050-1 (July 2, 2008) for guidelines and standards.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS:

2.1. DEFINITIONS:

2.1.1. CONTRACTOR. A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or service to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.2. CONTRACTING OFFICER. A person with authority to enter into, administer, and or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the government.

2.1.3. CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR). An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the contracting officer to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.4. DEFECTIVE SERVICE. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement.

2.1.5. DELIVERABLE. Anything that can be physically delivered, but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

2.1.6. KEY PERSONNEL. Contractor personnel that are evaluated in a source selection process and that may be required to be used in the performance of a contract by the Key Personnel listed in the PWS. When key personnel are used as an evaluation factor in best value procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the quote.

2.1.7. PHYSICAL SECURITY. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.8. QUALITY ASSURANCE. The government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are performed according to acceptable standards.

2.1.9. QUALITY ASSURANCE Surveillance Plan (QASP). An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of contractor performance.

2.1.10. QUALITY CONTROL. All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.11. SUBCONTRACTOR. One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.12. WORK DAY. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

2.1.12. WORK WEEK. Monday through Friday, unless specified otherwise.

2.2. ACRONYMS:

AFARS Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement AR Army Regulation

CFR Code of Federal Regulations CONUS Continental United States (excludes Alaska and Hawaii) COR Contracting Officer Representative COTS Commercial-Off-the-Shelf DA Department of the Army DD250 Department of Defense Form 250 (Receiving Report) DFARS…