Combined Synopsis-Solicitation_W912C324Q002A_1stMSC-CatererMeals_20240111.pdf

Combine Synopsis/Solicitation Number: W912C3-24-Q-002A

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation issued. Through this document quotes are being requested.

The Mission & Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico has a requirement to provide Catering Meals Services at the United Stater Reserve Center in Puerto Nuevo, PR in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) and added Clauses.

• Original Set Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

• Product Service Code: S203 - HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD

• NAICS Code: 722320 - Caterers

• Service Contract Act Wage Determination #2015-5707 Rev 22

• Place of Performance and Quantity needed: CPT Euripides Rubio Reserve Center, Puerto Nuevo, Puerto Rico

• Period of Performance: 03 - 29 February 2024

• Requirements/per day: Lunch - QTY 30

Dinner - QTY 30

Government may modify up to five percent {5%) meal counts (increase or decrease) with 48 hours advanced notice to the Service Provider with no penalties.

CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO ENSURE ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED

ARE FULFILL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT {PWS)

ATTACHED TO THE REQUEST FOR QUOTE {RFQ).

INSTRUCTIONS TO QUOTER'S AND BASIS OF AW ARD

BASIS OF AW ARD

The Government will evaluate the quotes received in response to the Request for Quotes (RFQ) solely on price and compliance with the food requirement, PWS and all terms and conditions. In cases when the there is a miscalculation of the total quote cost, the unit price prevails. Therefore, the quoter's initial quote should contain the quoter's best terms from a price and technical standpoint. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions iflater determined by the Contracting Officer to be necessary.

The Government may reject any or all quotes if such action is in the public interest and waive informalities and minor irregularities in quotes received. The quoter shall submit a price for each item specified in the "Schedule of Supplies/ Services and Prices/ Costs". No Offer for a quantity less than that specified in the Schedule will be accepted. Quotes shall be evaluated using the estimated quantities set forth in the Schedule.

All prices proposed in response to this RFQ must include all costs associated with the Caterer meals in accordance with (IA W) services requested. The total unit cost of the meals needs to be fully loaded.

Contractor shall submit with the quote a breakdown of cost considered in the fully loaded price. NO

LUMP SUMS ARE AUTHORIZED.

NO THIRD PARTIES AUTHORIZED. Contractor shall be responsible for the preparation, delivery and execution of the performance 100%.

Contractor shall comply with the requirement 100% of the time. Failure to maintain the appropriate alternates to fulfill with the Department of labor laws, leaves schedule and individual entitlement may lead to and Non-conformance report and appropriate adverse actions.

SUBMISSION OF QUOTES

A. Quote Submission Instructions: Quotes shall be submitted electronically via email and are due no later than the 22 January, 2024 at 11: 00am ( or as amended) and must conform to the requirements of this RFQ and its attachments. RFQ responses shall be submitted prior to the closing date and time identified above electronically through email to the Contract Specialist, Aheisha Crooks at aheisha.m.crooks.civ@army.mil and the Contracting Officer, Carla Rosario at carla.m.rosario rivera.civ@army.mil. It is Quoter's responsibility to assure its quote is received by the date and time specified above. If quote is not received by the date and time specified above, it will be determined late and may not be evaluated.

Quoters are hereby notified that the Government will not reimburse costs incurred for quote preparation.

B. Questions Instructions: All questions regarding this RFQ shall be submitted in writing no later than 10:00AM on 17 January, 2024 via email to aheisha.m.crooks.civ@army.mil and carla.m.rosario-rivera.civ@army.mil.

C. General Instructions

1. The requirement will be issue, evaluate and award in accordance with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Products or Commercial Services in conjunction with FAR 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

2. Quoters shall be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

3. The Quote. The submission of the quote will constitute the quoters acceptance of the terms and conditions, concurrence with the specifications provided.

4. The government intends to evaluate quotes and may award a contract without discussions.

However, the government reserves the right to conduct discussions if determined by the Contracting Officer to be necessary. Therefore, each initial quote should contain the contractor's best quote from both a price and a technical standpoint.

5. If a quoter believes that the requirements in these instructions contain an error, an ambiguity, omission, or are otherwise deemed unsound, the quoter shall immediately notify the Contract aheisha.m.crooks Highlight aheisha.m.crooks Highlight aheisha.m.crooks Highlight

Specialist, Aheisha Crooks, in writing, to aheisha.m.crooks.civ@army.mil and carla.m.rosario-rivera.civ@army.mil with supporting rationale. The quoter is reminded that the Government reserves the right to award this effort based on the initial Quote, as received, without discussion.

6. Quote expiration date. Quotes in response to this solicitation shall be valid for 90 days from quote due or as amended.

D. FOOD SAFETY

The Service Provider shall provide their employees detailed instruction on Government policies and regulations in the areas of food safety and sanitation, health (TB MED 530, AR & DA Pam 30- 22), fire prevention, energy conservation, and environmental compliance as they pertain to the services specified in this PWS.

ANY INFORMATION REGARDING ANY DOCUMENTATION IN THIS SOLICITATION SHALL BE

DIRECTED TO THE FORT BUCHANAN CONTRACTING OFFICER. ANY REMARKS, EXPLANATIONS,

OR ANSWERS PROVIDED BY ANY OTHER GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE SHALL NOT CHANGE

OR QUALIFY ANY OF THE TERMS OR CONDITIONS OF THE SOLICITATION. ANY CHANGES TO THE

SOLICITATION SHALL ONLY BE MADE VIA A WRITTEN AMENDMENT ISSUED BY THE FORT

BUCHANAN CONTRACTING OFFICE.

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.204-7 52.204-9 52.204-13 52.204-16 52.204-17 52.204-18 52.204-19

52.204-20 52.204-22 52.204-26

52.209-11

52.219-1 52.222-22 52.223-6 52.225-25

52.232-23 Alt I 52.232-39

52.233-1

252.201-7000 252.203-7000

252.203-7002 252.203-7005

System for Award Management Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel System for Award Management Maintenance Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting Ownership or Control of Offeror Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications.

Predecessor of Offeror Alternative Line Item Proposal Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services- Representation.

Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law Small Business Program Representations Previous Contracts And Compliance Reports Drug- Free Workplace Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-- Representation and Certifications.

Assignment of Claims (May 2014) - Alternate I Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations Disputes Contracting Officer's Representative Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials

OCT 2018

JAN2011

OCT 2018

AUG2020

AUG2020

AUG2020

DEC2014

AUG2020

JAN2017

OCT2020

FEB 2016

SEP 2023

FEB 1999

MAY2001

JUN2020

APR 1984

JUN2013

MAY2014

DEC 1991

SEP 2011

Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DEC 2022 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD SEP 2022 Officials

252.204-7003 252.204-7004 252.204-7008

252.204-7009

252.204-7015

252.204-7016

252.204-7017

252.204-7018

252.204-7020 252.225-7000

252.225-7001 252.225-7048 252.232-7003

252.232-7010

252.237-7010

252.243-7001 252.244-7000

Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors. JAN 2023 Compliance With Safeguarding Covered Defense Information OCT 2016 Controls Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information

JAN2023

Notice of Authorized Disclosure oflnformation for Litigation JAN 2023 Support Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services DEC 2019 -- Representation Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

MAY2021

Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense JAN 2023

Telecommunications Equipment or Services NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements JAN 2023 Buy American--Balance Of Payments Program Certificate-- NOV 2014 Basic (Nov 2014) Buy American And Balance Of Payments Program-- Basic Export-Controlled Items Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports Levies on Contract Payments Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor Personnel Pricing Of Contract Modifications Subcontracts for Commercial Items

JAN2023

JUN2013

DEC 2018

DEC 2006

JAN2023

DEC 1991

JAN2023

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

As prescribed in 4.2105(a), insert the following provision:

Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Nov 2021)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(l) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in paragraph ( c )( 1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products or Commercial Services. The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision-

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting

Ship From Code I_ Mark For Code 1_ Service Approver (DoDAAC) I W91BJH

Service Acceptor (DoDAAC) I W91BJH

Accept at Other DoDAAC 1_ LPO DoDAAC I_ DCAA Auditor DoDAAC I_ Other DoDAAC(s)

(4) Payment request. The Contractor shall ensure a payment request includes documentation appropriate to the type of payment request in accordance with the payment clause, contract financing clause, or Federal Acquisition Regulation 52.216-7, Allowable Cost and Payment, as applicable.

(5) Receiving report. The Contractor shall ensure a receiving report meets the requirements ofDFARS Appendix F.

(g) WA WF point of contact.

(1) The Contractor may obtain clarification regarding invoicing in WA WF from the following contracting activity's WA WF point of contact.

POC Customer: TO BE PROVIDED AT TIME OF AW ARD.

Contract Specialist: Aheisha Crooks, email: aheisha.m.crooks.civ@army.mil Contracting Officer: Carla Rosario, email: carla.m.rosario-rivera.civ@army.mil; 787-707-4528

(2) Contact the WA WF helpdesk at 866-618-5988, if assistance is needed.

(End of clause)

WAGE DETERMINATION

"REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER I U.S. DEPARTMENT OF

LABOR

THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT I EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

ADMINISTRATION

By direction of the Secretary of Labor I WAGE AND HOUR DIVISION

I WASHINGTON D.C. 20210

I I I

Daniel W. Simms I Wage Determination No.: 2015-5707 Division of I Revision No.: 22

Director Wage Determinations! Date Of Last Revision: 12/26/2023

Note: Contracts subject to the Service Contract Act are generally required to pay at least the applicable minimum wage rate required under Executive Order 14026.

llf the contract is entered into on or !Executive Order 14026 generally applies to I !after January 30, 2022, or the !the contract. I !contract is renewed or extended ( e.g., IThe contractor must pay all covered workers I Ian option is exercised) on or after lat least $17.20 per hour (or the applicable I !January 30, 2022: lwage rate listed on this wage determination,!

I lif it is higher) for all hours spent I

!performing on the contract in 2024.

The applicable Executive Order minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the Executive Orders is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

State: Puerto Rico

Area: Puerto Rico Municipios de Aguas Buenas, Aibonito, Barceloneta, Barranquitas, Bayamon, Caguas, Canovanas, Carolina, Catano, Cayey, Ceiba, Ciales, Cidra, Comerio, Corozal, Dorado, Fajardo, Florida, Guaynabo, Gurabo, Humacao, Juncos, Las Piedras, Loiza, Luqillo, Manati, Maunabo, Morovis, Naguabo, Naranjito, Orocovis, Rio Grande, San Juan, San Lorenzo, Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Trujillo Alto, Vega Alta, Vega Baja, Yabucoa

**Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing**

OCCUPATION CODE -TITLE FOOTNOTE

01000 -Administrative Support And Clerical Occupations 01011 -Accounting Clerk I 11.69*** 01012 -Accounting Clerk II 13.13*** 01013 -Accounting Clerk III 14.68*** 01020 -Administrative Assistant 16.51

01035 -Court Reporter 14.53*** 01041 -Customer Service Representative I 10.72*** 01042 -Customer Service Representative II 11.70*** 01043 - Customer Service Representative III 13.14*** 01051 -Data Entry Operator I 10.10*** 01052 -Data Entry Operator II 11.02*** 01060-Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle 10.80***

01070 -Document Preparation Clerk 11.69*** 01090 -Duplicating Machine Operator 11.69*** 01111 -General Clerk I 10.49*** 01112 - General Clerk II 11.45*** 01113 -General Clerk III 12.86*** 01120 -Housing Referral Assistant 13.48*** 01141 -Messenger Courier 10.34*** 01191 - Order Clerk I 10.27*** 01192 -Order Clerk II 11.21 *** 01261 -Personnel Assistant (Employment) I 01262 -Personnel Assistant (Employment) II 01263 -Personnel Assistant (Employment) III 01270 -Production Control Clerk 01290 -Rental Clerk 01300 - Scheduler, Maintenance 01311 -Secretary I 01312 -Secretary II 01313 -Secretary III 01320 -Service Order Dispatcher 01410 -Supply Technician

13.14*** 14.69***

16.38 15.17***

10.19*** 10.57***

10.57*** 11.82*** 13.48***

10.23*** 16.51

RATE

23810 - Plumber, Maintenance 23820 - Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic 23850 - Rigger 23870 - Scale Mechanic 23890 - Sheet-Metal Worker, Maintenance 23910 - Small Engine Mechanic 23931 - Telecommunications Mechanic I 23932 - Telecommunications Mechanic II 23950 - Telephone Lineman 23960 - Welder, Combination, Maintenance 23965 - Well Driller 23970 - Woodcraft Worker 23980 - Woodworker

24000 - Personal Needs Occupations 24550 - Case Manager 24570 - Child Care Attendant 24580 - Child Care Center Clerk 24610 - Chore Aide 24620 - Family Readiness And Support Services Coordinator 24630 - Homemaker

25000 - Plant And System Operations Occupations 25010 - Boiler Tender 25040 - Sewage Plant Operator 25070 - Stationary Engineer 25190 - Ventilation Equipment Tender 25210 - Water Treatment Plant Operator

27000 - Protective Service Occupations 27004 - Alarm Monitor 27007 - Baggage Inspector 27008 - Corrections Officer 27010 - Court Security Officer 27030 - Detection Dog Handler 27040 - Detention Officer 27070 - Firefighter 27101 - Guard I 27102 - Guard II 27131 - Police Officer I 27132 - Police Officer II

28000 - Recreation Occupations 28041 - Carnival Equipment Operator 28042 - Carnival Equipment Repairer 28043 - Carnival Worker 28210 - Gate Attendant/Gate Tender 28310 - Lifeguard 28350 - Park Attendant (Aide) 28510 - Recreation Aide/Health Facility Attendant 28515 - Recreation Specialist 28630 - Sports Official 28690 - Swimming Pool Operator

12.45***

14.81 ***

17.27 13.35***

13.01 *** 13.20***

16.40 17.14

16.92 13.24***

14.81 ***

14.81 ***

12.03***

12.66*** 9.02*** 11.25***

9.49*** 12.66***

13.01 ***

19.63 14.18*** 19.63

14.77*** 14.18***

11.13*** 9.34***

15.89*** 14.99***

10.45*** 15.89***

14.84*** 9.34*** 10.45***

21.65 24.06

12.73*** 13.73***

9.65*** 12.73***

10.54*** 14.24***

9.35*** 15.88***

11.10*** 15.22***

29000 - Stevedoring/Longshoremen Occupational Services 29010 - Blocker And Bracer 14.38*** 29020 - Hatch Tender 29030 - Line Handler 29041 - Stevedore I 29042 - Stevedore II

14.38*** 14.38***

13.64*** 15.19***

31362 - Truckdriver, Medium 31363 - Truckdriver, Heavy 31364 - Truckdriver, Tractor-Trailer

99000 - Miscellaneous Occupations 99020 - Cabin Safety Specialist 99030 - Cashier 99050 - Desk Clerk 99095 - Embalmer 99130 - Flight Follower 99251 - Laboratory Animal Caretaker I 99252 - Laboratory Animal Caretaker II 99260 - Marketing Analyst 99310 - Mortician 99410 - Pest Controller 99510 - Photofinishing Worker 99710 - Recycling Laborer 99711 - Recycling Specialist 99730 - Refuse Collector 99810 - Sales Clerk 99820 - School Crossing Guard 99830 - Survey Party Chief 99831 - Surveying Aide 99832 - Surveying Technician 99840 - Vending Machine Attendant 99841 - Vending Machine Repairer 99842 - Vending Machine Repairer Helper

10.26*** 10.57***

10.57***

16.14*** 9.47*** 10.02***

25.60 27.37

10.10*** 10.89***

14.77*** 25.60 11.77***

14.38***

10.11 *** 12.05*** 9.13***

9.75***

13.81 ***

15.40*** 12.86***

14.01 *** 9.23***

11.05*** 10.04***

***Workers in this classification may be entitled to a higher minimum wage under Executive Order 14026 ($17.20 per hour). Please see the Note at the top of the wage determination for more information. Please also note that the minimum wage requirements of Executive Order 14026 are not currently being enforced as to contracts or contract-like instruments entered into with the federal government in connection with seasonal recreational services or seasonal recreational equipment rental for the general public on federal lands.

ALL OCCUPATIONS LISTED ABOVE RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

HEALTH & WELFARE: $4.98 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, or $199.20 per week or $863.20 per month

HEALTH & WELFARE EO 13706: $4.57 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, or $182.80 per week, or $792.13 per month*

*This rate is to be used only when compensating employees for performance on an SCA covered contract also covered by EO 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors. A contractor may not receive credit toward its SCA obligations for any paid sick leave provided pursuant to EO 13706.

VACATION: 3 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service with a contractor or successor; and 4 weeks after 15 years. Length of service includes the whole span of continuous service with the present contractor or successor, wherever employed, and with the predecessor contractors in the performance of similar work at the same Federal facility. (Reg. 29 CFR 4.173)