W911KB-13-R-0014_AM_2.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)

30-105-04 EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

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

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

PROJECT TITLE: Environmental Remediation Services, Various Locations, Primarily Alaska

DUE DATE FOR PROPOSALS REMAINS UNCHANGED AND IS May 14, 2013 at 2:00 PM Alaska Time. Proposals shall be submitted in accordance with Section L, paragraph 1.9, Submitting Proposals.

This amendment provides changes as indicated on continutation page.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS AMENDMENT ON STANDARD FORM 33.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

U 1 3

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 26-Apr-2013

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15C. DATE SIGNED 15B. 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 W911KB-13-R-0014

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

12-Apr-2013

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 is extended, X 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 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

26-Apr-2013

CODE

U.S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, AK

CEPOA-CT (W911KB)

PO BOX 6898

JBER AK 99506-0898

W911KB 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODE CODE

EMAIL: TEL:

W911KB-13-R-0014

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

a. The following revised documents are substituted for the superseded documents. The identifier “AM#2” appears before and after new and/or revised material, except as noted below.

SECTION B, Corrected reference to Section J on FFP Rate Table pages (reissuing pages 11 and 14)

SECTION L

Revised paragraph 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 (reissuing page 105) Revised paragraph 5.1.2 “Ceiling Indirect Rates” (reissueing page 111) Revised Attachment L-2 (reissuing Attachment L-2)

Revised Attachment L-6, page 5 (reissuing page 5 of task order SOW)

SECTION M

Revised paragraph 6.1 Management Plan and Organizational Structure (reissuing pages 119 and 120)

NOTE: Revisions within the following documents do not contain the above referenced identifiers.

SECTION I, the following clauses have been updated:

252.203-7004 DISPLAY OF FRAUD HOTLINE POSTER

252.244-7000 SUBCONTRACTS FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS AND COMMERCIAL

COMPONENTS (DOD CONTRACTS)

b. The following section is deleted.

NONE.

c. The following documents are added.

d. The following revisions are incorporated.

e. Other:

SECTION I - CONTRACT CLAUSES

The following included by reference has been revised:

252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Items and Commercial

Components (DoD Contracts)

MAR 2013

The following included by full text has been revised:

252.203-7004 DISPLAY OF FRAUD HOTLINE POSTER(S) (DEC 2012)

(a) Definition. United States, as used in this clause, means the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and outlying areas.

(b) Display of fraud hotline poster(s).

(1) The Contractor shall display prominently in common work areas within business segments performing work in the United States under Department of Defense (DoD) contracts DoD hotline posters prepared by the DoD Office of the Inspector General. DoD hotline posters may be obtained via the Internet at http://www.dodig.mil/HOTLINE/hotline_posters.htm.

(2) If the contract is funded, in whole or in part, by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) disaster relief funds, the DHS fraud hotline poster shall be displayed in addition to the DoD fraud hotline poster. If a display of a DHS fraud hotline poster is required, the Contractor may obtain such poster from: Not applicable

(3) Additionally, if the Contractor maintains a company website as a method of providing information to employees, the Contractor shall display an electronic version of the poster(s) at the website.

(c) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in all subcontracts that exceed $5 million except when the subcontract--

(1) Is for the acquisition of a commercial item; or

(2) Is performed entirely outside the United States.

(End of clause)

(End of Summary of Changes) http://www.dodig.mil/HOTLINE/hotline_posters.htm

Rate Tables

Base Period (3 Years)

Base Period FFP Ceiling Burdened Hourly Rates

These are FFP Ceiling Burdened Hourly Rates. The contractor may propose lower rates for any task order, but may not exceed these rates in its task order proposals. Provide labor rate calculation chart from AM#2…Section L, Attachment L-8…AM#2 in support of listed rates.

Key Personnel

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 1

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 2

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 3

Program Manager $ $ $ Project Manager $ $ $ Contract Manager $ $ $ Program Chemist $ $ $ Health & Safety Manager $ $ $ CQC System Manager $ $ $ Environmental Engineer $ $ $ Environmental Scientist $ $ $ Design Engineer $ $ $ Site Superintendent $ $ $

Escalation Factor Over Previous Year Rates NA

Non-Key Personnel

Hourly Rate

Contract Year 1

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 2

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 3

Regulatory Specialist $ $ $ Site Safety and Health Officer $ $ $ Project Chemist $ $ $ Geologist $ $ $ Sampling Technician $ $ $

Each Contract Year equates to one calendar year from the date of contract award.

Per Diem shall be in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations.

All other travel related costs shall be based on current competitive rates.

Option Period (2 Years)

Option Period FFP Ceiling Burdened Hourly Rates

These are FFP Ceiling Burdened Hourly Rates. The contractor may propose lower rates for any task order, but may not exceed these rates in its task order proposals. Provide labor rate calculation chart from AM#2…Section L, Attachment L-8…AM#2 in support of listed rates.

Hourly Rate

Contract Year 4

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 5

Program Manager $ $ Project Manager $ $ Contract Manager $ $ Program Chemist $ $ Health & Safety Manager $ $ CQC System Manager $ $ Environmental Engineer $ $ Environmental Scientist $ $ Design Engineer $ $ Site Superintendent $ $

Non-Key Personnel

Hourly Rate

Contract Year 4

Basic Hourly Rate

Contract Year 5

Regulatory Specialist $ $ Site Safety and Health Officer $ $ Project Chemist $ $ Geologist $ $ Sampling Technician $ $

Each Contract Year equates to one calendar year from the date of contract award.

Per Diem shall be in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations.

All other travel related costs shall be based on current competitive rates.

(2) Demonstrate offeror’s ability to hire, maintain, and replace if necessary qualified personnel during the contract period.

(3) Describe authorities delegated to project managers and field personnel.

(4) Document techniques and processes to facilitate cooperation with client’s personnel after contract award.

3.2.2 Tab 2-2 Organizational Structure of Proposed Team

Provide an organizational chart that graphically illustrates the offeror’s proposed team (all key subcontractors should be included in this organizational structure) for this contract and depicts the working arrangement of the team.

Teaming with other contractors may be accomplished by means of joint ventures, partnerships or as key subcontractors and is strongly encouraged in order to assure maximum market resources are available. Teaming with other small businesses is strongly encouraged. Offerors shall depict any teaming arrangements proposed for performance of the contract on the organizational chart. The organizational chart should clearly identify:

(a) The offeror and key subcontractors. The offeror shall submit unconditional letters of commitment for proposed key subcontractors in the format identified in Section L, Attachment L-3 “Letter of Commitment of Key Subcontractor,” of this solicitation.

(b) All proposed key personnel by name, key position, employer, and the person’s physical work location;

(c) Organization of the offeror’s local office;

(d) Lines of authority.

AM#2… Provide a one page narrative describing any previous teaming experience between current team members.

Identify specific projects …AM#2

Submission Requirements: submit organizational chart and Letters of Commitment for Key Subcontractors.

Organizational chart is limited to one 11” x 17” page. AM#2…Narrative is limited to one page…AM#2 There is no limitation for the Letters of Commitment for Key Subcontractors.

3.2.3 Tab 2-3 Key Personnel

The offeror shall provide résumés for the key personnel positions listed below using the format provided in Section L, Attachment L-4. Each resume is limited to two 8 ½” x 11” pages. With the exception of the Project Manager, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, Design Engineer, AM#2…Site Superintendant…AM#2 and Contractor Quality Control System Manager positions, do not propose more than one person for any one key management position. For the Project Manager, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, Design Engineer, AM#2…Site Superintendant…AM#2 and Contractor Quality Control System Manager positions, up to four (4) resumes for each personnel category may be submitted if different personnel will be performing the work. The submitted résumés shall clearly display employer, proposed job title, education, states in which the individuals are registered, special qualifications and experience record showing title, specific duties, responsibilities, and assignments and the dates these were held within at least the last five years. The purpose of this submittal is to identify the level of expertise available for this contract. Information required includes name, employer and proposed key position, number of years employed in key position, availability, description of roles and responsibilities in key position, education, active registrations, specialized training, employment history, qualifications and experience relevant to the contract and a letter of commitment.

contract award. The offeror must propose a price for each and every labor category listed in the table regardless of whether the offeror employs personnel in every required category or intends to rely on key subcontractors for the particular labor categories. Offerors shall not propose additional labor categories (if additional labor categories are required on a project, they will be incorporated into the basic contract and the specific task order when required).

The offeror shall provide and discuss the basis for the proposed direct labor rates, such as whether the rates are current/actual (with the effective date), Forward Pricing Rate Agreement (FPRA), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or commercial consulting firm wage/salary survey (for example: Economist Intelligence Unit), or offeror estimate.

Recent (within the last twelve (12) months) DCAA audits may serve as support documentation for the proposed direct labor rates. If weighted labor rates are used, provide the weighting factors.

“Ceiling Indirect Rate” tables - The offeror shall include the following information in the “Ceiling Indirect Rates” tables in Section B AM#2…and the spreadsheets provided in Section L, Attachment L-8. …AM#2 Additionally, the offeror should provide a brief narrative describing the composition of the following indirect rates and how and when the rates are applied.

Subcontract Handling Charge. Offerors whose accounting system applies a handling charge to subcontracts may propose a rate for subcontract handling charges. If a subcontract handling rate is proposed, the rate will be a binding cost element which will become the maximum allowable rate for task orders issued during the base period and all option years exercised of any basic IDIQ contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. The Government recognizes that not all offeror’s accounting systems apply a subcontract handling charge against the offeror’s subcontracts. As a result, offeror’s systems that do not apply a subcontract handling charge shall put 0% for this cost element.

Other Direct Costs (ODC) Handling Charge. ODCs include materials, supplies and equipment required for completion of a task order. Offerors whose accounting system applies a handling charge to ODCs may propose a rate for ODC handling charge to be applied against the total ODC cost element. If an ODC handling rate is proposed, the rate will be a binding cost element that will become the maximum allowable rate for task orders issued during the base period and all option years exercised of any basic IDIQ contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. The Government recognizes that not all offeror’s accounting systems apply an ODC handling charge.

As a result, offeror’s systems that do not apply an ODC handling charge shall put 0% for this cost element.

Labor Fringe. Offerors whose accounting system applies a labor fringe to its direct labor costs may propose a labor fringe rate. If labor fringe rate is proposed, the rate will be a binding cost element that will become the maximum allowable rate for task orders issued during the ordering period of any basic IDIQ contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. The Government recognizes that not all offeror’s accounting systems apply labor fringe to direct labor costs. As a result, offeror’s systems that do not apply overhead on direct labor shall put 0% for this cost element.

General and Administration (G&A). Offerors whose accounting system applies G&A to the cost of the contract may propose a rate for G&A to be applied against the subtotal of all cost elements (excluding profit). G&A costs proposed must be fully supported. If a recent audit or financial statement of corporate overhead expenses, performed

Attachment L-2

ATTACHMENT L-2 (Submit for Volume 1, Section 1, Tab 1-2)

PROJECT EXPERIENCE FORM

REFERENCE PROJECT #___

A. IDENTIFY THE FIRM WHOSE EXPERIENCE AND INFORMATION IS PROVIDED BELOW.

(Provide firm name, business unit/division, if applicable)

B. GENERAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE PROJECT PROVIDED AS A REFERENCE

1. Project Title and Location

2. Complete name of customer/project owner entity (Government agency, commercial firm, or other organization)

3. Complete name of regulatory agency

4. Name and address of the prime contractor, if the offeror was not the prime contractor

5. Contract/reference number, to include task order number(s) if applicable

6. Offeror’s role on the referenced project: Prime, Subcontractor, Other

7. Percentage and type of work on the referenced project self-performed by the offeror

8. Percentage and type of work on the referenced project subcontracted by the offeror

9. Contract price (original and current or final)

10. Contract type: Fixed-Price or Cost Reimbursement.

11. Contract period of performance

C. CURRENT STATUS OF CONTRACT: (Choose one.)

Work underway.

Work completed, no further action pending or underway.

Work completed, routine administrative action pending or underway.

Work completed, claims negotiations pending or underway.

Work completed, litigation pending or underway.

Terminated for convenience.

Terminated for default.

Other (explain).

D. REFERENCES/PRIMARY POINTS OF CONTACT: (For prime contractors, use the project owner. For subcontractors, use the business concern that awarded the subcontract. If possible, provide at least one reference from each category below. Ensure that all contact information is accurate, current, and complete at time of submission.)

1. Technical/Program Manager Name:

Organization/Agency:

Telephone:

AM#2…Facsimile:…AM#2 E-mail, if known:

2. Contracting Officer(s) Name:

Organization/Agency:

Attachment L-2

Telephone:

E-mail, if known:

3. Primary Regulator Name:

Title:

Agency:

Region:

Telephone:

E-mail, if known:

E. DESCRIBE THE PROJECT AND SPECIFICALLY EXPLAIN THE RELEVANCE OF THE WORK

THAT YOU PERFORMED UNDER THE PROJECT TO THE CURRENT ACQUISITION, E.G., TO THE

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LISTED IN SECTION C. INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

a. Describe the general scope of the project and the offeror’s role on the project.

b. Specifically address the relevance of the experience gained on this project to the current acquisition.

Provide specific details, not general statements, with emphasis on similarities in the type of work performed, the size, scope and complexity of the project, work in Arctic/Subarctic regions, sites with difficult logistics and/or located at remote sites, etc.

c. Describe use/evaluation/results of innovative technology; problems encountered and solutions provided;

and any cost-saving measures that were implemented.

d. Specify key personnel proposed for the current acquisition utilized in the same capacity on this project.

e. Provide any other relevant information pertaining to this project not specifically address above that directly pertains to the offeror’s capability to successfully perform the current acquisition

F. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS: (Provide details if applicable. Explain offeror’s side of the story of any conflicts with the customer concerning which they may make adverse remarks. Describe any actions that have been taken or are planned to correct any performance shortcomings. Identify any pending, ongoing, or completed litigation.)

2.2.4 Notification Prior to Beginning Work and at Completion

The Contractor shall notify the following personnel via email prior to the start of any onsite work and upon completion of the work effort (To be determined- TBD after award):

TBD, USACE COR, (907) 753-XXXX, TBD@usace.army.mil TBD, USACE PM, (907) 753-XXXX, TBD@usace.army.mil TBD, USACE Project Engineer, (907) 753-XXXX, TBD@usace.army.mil

2.3 Task 2 - Planning Documents

The work under this task includes the preparation of all planning documents required for the performance of all base tasks and options. At a minimum the Contractor shall prepare and submit draft and final versions of planning documents. Government acceptance is required for all planning documents. The Government has the option to require the resubmission of documents. The Contractor shall use and incorporate information from existing documents into the planning documents. Existing documents shall not be simply referenced or photocopied for use in the Contractor's planning documents.

Planning documents shall be developed following the references listed in Section 2.12 of this SOW and the Uniform Federal Policy (UFP) for Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) as developed by the Intergovernmental Data Quality Task Force (IDQTF) and as described by the three consensus documents: UFP-QAPP Manual, UFP-QAPP Workbook, and UFP-QAPP Compendium.

Planning documents shall include the following sections:

1. Project Schedule

2. Work Plan

a. Site Background, Physical Setting, Task Descriptions and Performance Methods/Approach

b. UFP-QAPP Plan – This shall contain the information formerly contained within the Sampling and Analysis Plan, Field Sampling Plan and the Quality Assurance Project Plan.

3. Contractor Quality Control Plan

4. Site Safety and Health Plan

5. Waste Management Plan

6. Environmental Protection Plan

7. AM#2…Traffic Control Plan…AM#2

All of the above-mentioned planning documents can be combined into a single document with the Work Plan being the primary document and other plans listed in appendices.

2.3.1 Project Schedule

mailto:ronald.s.broyles@usace.army.mil mailto:TBD@usace.army.mil mailto:thomas.j.reed@usace.army.mil

Section C. The elements of investigation/remediation, arctic/subarctic experience and logistics/remote areas are approximately equal in importance. More consideration will be given to projects performed by the offeror as a prime contractor than a subcontractor. The Government will evaluate the following (listed in no particular order of importance):

Investigation / Remediation

• Experience performing the full range of environmental investigation and remediation

• Experience with a variety of remedial action approaches

• Experience with various site closure methods

• Experience performing environmental work for the Alaska District Corps of Engineers

• Experience performing cleanups under the Formerly Used Defense Sites program

• Experience performing environmental work for Department of Defense agencies

• Experience with various regulatory systems (Alaska Department of Environmental

Conservation, CERCLA, RCRA)

Arctic/Subarctic

• Performed remedial actions in arctic/subarctic locations

• Selected appropriate methods & materials for arctic/sub arctic investigation or remediation projects

• Responsive to changes in contract or site conditions

• Experience with sampling in the arctic/subarctic

Logistics/remote sites

• Experience with sites that are not accessible year-round

• Experience with sites that are not accessible by road from Anchorage, Alaska

• Planned for mob, demob, and execution in light of constraints and hardships encountered in arctic/sub arctic projects

• Experience with selection of appropriate mobilization/demobilization modalities

• Experience with selection of appropriate equipment and materials

Factor 1, Subfactor 2 – Organization/Key Personnel

The following three elements, Management Plan, Organization Plan and Expertise of Key Personnel, are equal in importance.

Management Plan

The Government will evaluate this portion of the proposal based on the requirements in Section L. Proposals will be evaluated to determine the offeror’s ability to respond to the requirements of the contract in order to provide expeditious, responsive, and cost effective service as well as their understanding of the organizational coordination necessary for proper operation/management of the contract. The Government will evaluate the following (listed in no particular order of importance):

AM#2…

• Size and technical diversity of the local office

• Organizational efficiency of the team local office

• Efficient & effective determination of which work to be self-performed versus work to be subcontracted.

• Autonomy of the local office

• Support to local offices by home organization

• Capability to provide experienced managers and supervisors with technical and administrative abilities to meet contract requirements

• Demonstrated ability to hire, maintain, and replace, if necessary, qualified personnel during the contract period.

• Delegated authority to project managers and field personnel

• Efficient and effective management of subcontracts

• Cooperated with client personnel after award

• Paid subcontractors/suppliers in a timely manner …AM#2

Organizational Structure of Proposed Team

The Government will evaluate the offeror’s proposal to determine how well it is organized, structured and staffed to execute the contract scope of work. The Government will evaluate the extent to which the offeror proposes an organizational structure that shows clear roles and responsibilities and demonstrates appropriate lines of authority.

Proposals that include letters of commitment for all key subcontractors will be evaluated more favorably than those that do not. The Government places a high value on:

• Organizational relationships which have been used on other projects such as those presented in Factor 1, Subfactor 1, “Experience” to perform Environmental Compliance and Remediation Services actions.

• AM#2…Proposals that provide a description of the relationship/ contractual agreements with the proposed subcontractors….AM#2

The Government will evaluate the required information to determine how well the offeror identifies and demonstrates that its key personnel meet or exceed minimum qualifications identified in the RFP which includes previous satisfactory experience in similar type work. Resumes will be evaluated on the following:

• Depth and breadth of technical experience and training as it relates to the responsibilities each person will have on this contract, as identified by the offeror

• Experience working for the offeror and with other key personnel

• Technical knowledge of federal, State of Alaska, and local laws, regulations, and guidance applicable to this procurement

• Specific experience gained on projects with requirements similar to this procurement

• Experience with Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation and Environmental

Protection Agency regulators

• Experience with cost reimbursement contracts.

6.2 Factor 2 - Past Performance Confidence

6.2.1 The Government will perform a performance confidence assessment of the offeror’s probability of successfully meeting the contract requirements, considering the degree of success of the offeror’s recent (over 50% complete or completed within six (6) years of the date of this solicitation), relevant experience. The Government

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