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Project: Environmental Compliance - Italy Review: W912GB-17-R-0048 (00001) (sorted by CommentID ) Displaying 18 inquiries.

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7214702 Program Management Solicitation Page 9 5.1.3 Site Visit

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Is it expected to request site visits during the proposal phase in Italy, or at the USACE NAU in Wiesbaden?

By: Jason Manuel; URS Group, Inc.; ((512) 419-6189). On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. No. Site visits are not anticipated during the base contract solicitation.

Individual task orders issued from the base contract may include site visits during the proposal phase. By:

Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. No. Site visits are not anticipated during the base contract solicitation. Individual task orders issued from the base contract may include site visits during the proposal phase. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214706 Environmental Solicitation Page 29 C.5.2 Key Personnel Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Section C.5.2.1-C.5.2.12 lists the key personnel with minimum requirements. Section 6.1. and 6.2 lists "Mid Level" and "Junior Level" personnel, which partly matches the categories in C.5.2. However, some categories are added (Engineer, Chemist) and some are missing (Multi-Media Management Personnel).

Can we assume that all disciplines listed under "Key Personnel" should be available as mid-level and junior personnel.

According to C.6.2, Junior Personnel generally requires three years of professional experience, while some key personnel disciplines (e.g. Hazardous Materials/Hazardous Waste Management Personnel; Archaeologist) only require two years of professional experience. Can you confirm some of the Key Personnel disciplines require less experience than Junior Personnel?

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. All disciplines should be available at all levels, senior, mid, and junior-levels. Mid and junior-level staff need additional years of generalized experience. Senior staff need additional years of specialized experience such as experience with FGS or experience with hazardous waste management. These are very different experience requirements and generalized experience cannot be substituted for the required specialized experience. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314- 570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. All disciplines should be available at all levels, senior, mid, and junior-levels. Mid and junior-level staff need additional years of generalized experience. Senior staff need additional years of specialized experience such as experience with FGS or experience with hazardous waste management.

These are very different experience requirements and generalized experience cannot be substituted for the required specialized experience. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214709 Environmental Solicitation Page 30 C.5.2.3 Multi-Media Management Personnel

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Requirements include being a "certified EPAS auditor." Is there a specific certification required? We are not aware of any certification courses offered by the government. Our senior staff has received company-internal EPAS training when external EPAS was performed with contractor support. Will junior staff (Multi-Media Management Personnel) with experience in internal EPAS support and on-the-job training provided by senior staff be accepted?

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By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. EPAS auditors shall meet the requirement of the country specific FGS and AR 200-1. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. EPAS auditors shall meet the requirement of the country specific FGS and AR

200-1. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214710 Environmental Solicitation Page 31-32 C.5.2.8 Environmental Scientist

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Requirements include, besides 7 years of experience, an additional "two years as senior environmental scientist" and "two years as a senior engineer." Can you confirm that this refers to engineering tasks rather than an Engineering Degree as described in C.5.2.9.?

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Senior Engineer in that sentence should be senior environmental scientist as in the previous sentence (Section C.5.2.8). By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314- 570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. Senior Engineer in that sentence should be senior environmental scientist as in the previous sentence (see Amendment 0001). By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214711 Environmental Engineering Solicitation Page 32 C.5.2.9 Environmental

Engineer Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

It is stated that "The Senior Environmental Engineer must have a B.S. college degree (...) or HN equivalent engineering certification (prefer registered engineer", and "Professional registration is recommended as a U.S.

requirement or the German certified engineer with a registered engineer equivalent".

Can you confirm/clarify that a German Engineer holding a "Diplom Ingenieur" degree is accepted as German Certified Engineer? No registration is required for professional engineers in Germany.

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. The recommendation is for a certified/registered engineer but as stated in the PWS "...in an environmental engineering specialty or HN equivalent engineering certification (prefer registered engineer)." A Diplom Ingenieur is to recognize the completion of a university/college degree. To be registered in Germany, a person needs to take additional courses which authorizes them to be listed on the government professional lists. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30

1-1 Government Response. The recommendation is for a certified/registered engineer but as stated in the PWS "...in an environmental engineering specialty or HN equivalent engineering certification (prefer registered engineer)." A Diplom Ingenieur is to recognize the completion of a university/college degree. To be registered in Germany, a person needs to take additional courses which authorizes them to be listed on the government professional lists. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214712 Program Management Solicitation Page 47 Non-Displacement of

Qualified Workers Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

29 CFR Part 541 does not apply in Italy and may conflict with host nation labor laws. Suggest removing reference to this clause and replace with a recommendation to the contractors to hire predecessor employees, if the circumstances allow.

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

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Evaluation For Information Only. The clause is required unless a waiver or exemption applies. This requirement does not have a waiver nor exemption. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570- 2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. The clause is required unless a waiver or exemption applies. This requirement does not have a waiver nor exemption. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214714 Other Solicitation Page 86 3.1 Submission Requirements

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Can the Attachment 1 (Experience Overview & Information Sheet) be formatted to match the layout of the proposal, as long as all information remains on the form and in the same order?

Can the individual tasks completed under the project be shown as a list instead of boxes?

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Yes to both format questions. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU

Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. Yes to both format questions. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-

570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214715 Project Management Solicitation Page 87 4.1 last bullet Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

This paragraph requires the submittal of resume(s) for the proposed project manager(s). Can you please specify whether resumes shall also be submitted for other key personnel categories, and if so, for which ones?

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. The proposal only requires the submittal of the program manager's resume (see Amendment 0001). If the offeror thinks their proposal would be strengthened by providing additional resumes, they can beyond the required resume. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314- 570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. The proposal only requires the submittal of the program manager's resume (see Amendment 0001). If the offeror thinks their proposal would be strengthened by providing additional resumes, they can beyond the required resume. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214722 Program Management Solicitation Page 95 3.1 Evaluation Criteria, Org Chart Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

It is stated that "An organizational chart that clearly depicts a highly qualified on-site team supported by appropriate resources off-site and that clearly defines responsibilities will be rated more favorably..." On page 29, (C.5, Personnel) it is stated that on-site requirements will vary for each task order. Also, the Organizational Chart requirements listed on page 87 (Section 4.1) do not include the requirement to show on-site and off-site personnel, but to show the position and location of each person. Usually, contractor staff is assigned to a home office and then assigned temporarily to a government site on a Task Order Base.

Can you confirm the organizational chart shall distinguish between on-site and off-site staff, in addition to the disciplines, location, and communication lines?

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. As stated, the management plan will be evaluated including the organization chart.

An organizational chart that shows the lines of authority and communication for the execution of this MATOC and any subsequent task orders awarded under the MATOC, clearly showing the lines of authority of the Offeror's Project Manager, and all Joint Venture Partners and Key Subcontractors; when applicable.

The organization chart should show communication in a precise and logical manner, including all offices

Page 3 of 7ProjNet: Logged In User involved with the management of the contract including Subcontractors and JV partners. The chart shall identify all offices involved in this contract from the Offeror's Headquarters to the Offeror's site office(s) at each location, and how they are related. All positions shall be identified on the organization chart by title, organization, physical location, and whether the positions are filled by the prime contractor or a subcontractor, and in the case of a Joint Venture, which JV partner. The Project Manager that communicates with the U.S. Government, and any other personnel authorized to communicate directly with the U.S. Government, shall be clearly identified. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570- 2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. As stated, the management plan will be evaluated including the organization chart.

An organizational chart that shows the lines of authority and communication for the execution of this MATOC and any subsequent task orders awarded under the MATOC, clearly showing the lines of authority of the Offeror's Project Manager, and all Joint Venture Partners and Key Subcontractors; when applicable.

The organization chart should show communication in a precise and logical manner, including all offices involved with the management of the contract including Subcontractors and JV partners. The chart shall identify all offices involved in this contract from the Offeror's Headquarters to the Offeror's site office(s) at each location, and how they are related. All positions shall be identified on the organization chart by title, organization, physical location, and whether the positions are filled by the prime contractor or a subcontractor, and in the case of a Joint Venture, which JV partner. The Project Manager that communicates with the U.S. Government, and any other personnel authorized to communicate directly with the U.S. Government, shall be clearly identified. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7214728 Contracting Solicitation Page 74 Section K Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Is there a requirement to submit Representations and Certifications with the proposal? If so, should they be attached as an Appendix to one of the Volumes?

By: On: Nov 08 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Representations and Certifications may be completed via the SAM.gov website. Manual forms may be submitted with Volume I via the AMRDEC site. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. Representations and Certifications may be completed via the SAM.gov website.

Manual forms may be submitted with Volume 1 via the AMRDEC site. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7217053 Project Management Volume I - Factor II 4.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Volume I - Factor II 4.1 states that Offerors are to submit a resume for the Project Manager. Please clarify if the resume to be submitted is for the Program Manager or the Project Manager.

By: On: Nov 09 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. The resume for the Program Manager is required. By: Candace

Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. The resume for the Program Manager is required (see Amendment 0001). By:

Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7217404 Program Management Solicitation Page 87 L.4.1, C.5.2.1

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

In L.4.1, Submission Requirements, last bulleted item: we note that we are to provide "Resume(s) for the Project Manager(s), who is/are expected to be the point of contact(s) for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers throughout the duration of the MATOC." Section C.5.2.1. Program Manager (PgM) specifies "The PgM will perform as a single point

Page 4 of 7ProjNet: Logged In User of contact for the U.S. Government on this contract." Please clarify whether the resume(s) specified by Section 4.1 describe the Program Manager or Project Manager(s).

By: On: Nov 10 2017.

Requires Amendment.

Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. The resume for the Program Manager is required. By: Candace

Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. The resume for the Program Manager is required (see Amendment 0001). By:

Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7217405 Contracting Solicitation Attachment 4 M.4.1.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The Proposal Price Breakout Schedule specifies the offeror propose hourly labor rates. The second paragraph in section M.4.1.1 Evaluation Criteria specifies "To be complete, the Offeror shall provide man-day rates for all base and option periods." Please clarify whether Price Breakout Schedule shall provide hourly or man-day rates.

By: On: Nov 10 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Hourly rates shall be provided. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU

Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. Hourly rates shall be provided (see Amendment 0001). By: Candace

Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7218451 General SF33-Solicitation, Offer and Award Page 1 of 96, #9 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Regarding the proposal due date of December 4, 2017, we respectfully request a two week extension.

By: On: Nov 13 2017.

Requires Amendment.

Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Proposal due date shall be extended with Amendment 0001. By:

Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. Proposal due date shall be extended with Amendment 0001. By: Candace

Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7219648 Program Management Solicitation Page 87 4.1

Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

The solicitation asks for the "staffing capability in each of the locations for this PWS." According to Section B.1 (Contract Definition) "work will be performed on U.S. Army Europe (USAREUR) installations; however, services may also be required in other areas and for other existing and potential USACE customers. The location of services required is Italy."

Please clarify whether the request for staffing capability refers to Italy in general, Italian USAREUR installations, or all US DoD facilities in Italy.

By: On: Nov 14 2017. Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Task orders could be issued for all U.S. DoD facilities in Italy, but it is anticipated that the majority would be Italian USAREUR locations. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

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Government Response. Task orders could be issued for all U.S. DoD facilities in Italy, but it is anticipated that the majority would be Italian USAREUR locations. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7222324 Contracting Page 96 of 97 M.4.1.1 M.4.1.1 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

For the man-day rates requested per the "Completeness" evaluation criterion for the Price Proposal, would it be correct to assume that a day consists of eight hours?

By: On: Nov 16 2017.

Requires Amendment.

Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Hourly rates are required. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting;

(314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. Hourly rates are required (see Amendment 0001). By: Candace Lotomau; NAU

Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7222335 Contracting SF 33 (Page 1 of 97) Block 9 due date and time Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

Considering the impacts of the Thanksgiving Holiday in the United States and that no ProjNet questions have yet been answered, we respectfully request a deadline extension for solicitation responses.

By: On: Nov 16 2017.

Requires Amendment.

Forward request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. See Amendment 0001. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting;

(314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 1-1 Government Response. See Amendment 0001. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-

2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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7222436 Site A.07.23_W912GB17R0048_FINAL Page 9 of 97 Comment Classification: Unclassified\\For Official Use Only (U\\FOUO)

5.1.3 Site Visit.

Please provide a list of sites and their sizes, that will be part of this MATOC.

Forward By: On: Nov 16 2017. request by email.

1-0 Evaluation For Information Only. Site visits are not anticipated during the base contract RFP time period. Individual task orders issued from the base contract may include site visits during the proposal phase. By: Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017

1-1 Government Response. Site visits are not anticipated during the base contract RFP time period.

Individual task orders issued from the base contract may include site visits during the proposal phase. By:

Candace Lotomau; NAU Contracting; (314-570-2819) On: Nov 30 2017 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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