Questions-Answers_Digital_Archive.docx

Q: What is the average length, in either transcribed pages or audio minutes, of the oral histories?

A: The average length is 60 minutes.

Q: How many, and to what extent, of the oral histories need editing?

A: We don’t know the exact numbers, but anticipate a majority will require editing. See the revised PWS for additional information on editing.

Q: Does the prospective editor need to an expert on the subject matter such as USACE names, organizational structure, processes, acronyms, and technical terminology?

A: Yes.

Q: Can we share transcripts that are not from the same project as used for a point of contact/reference?

A: No.

Q: How many staff members can we assign to this project?

A: One or two.

Q: Will staff members on the project need background checks before they can begin?

A: Yes, all staff members assigned to the project are required to complete a background check prior to accessing the Government’s computer network. See the PWS paragraph 8.

Q: Can any work be done remotely?

A: No. See the PWS paragraph 7.

Q: Will staff members exclusively be using USACE computers?

A: Yes. See the PWS paragraphs 7-9.

Q: Please verify the preferred pricing table structure as they are different between the CSS and the PWS. A: Use the format provided in the CSS, however if there are material costs, please be sure to include those elements and clearly identify them using a similar structure to what is in the CSS.

Q: Is it possible to extend the completion date of provide past performance from two to three or five years?

A: Offerors may provide past performance within the past three (3) years.

Q: Does USACE intend to award a fixed price or time and materials (NTE) contract?

A: USACE intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract.