Solicitation Amendment W912JD25QA0320001 SF 30.pdf

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

Offers 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 electronic communication 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 letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication 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 NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, 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.)

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

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

Previous edition unusable STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

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SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Solicitation/Contract Form Continuation

The following changes have been made:

Miscellaneous text in this section has been added to:

The solicitation is hereby amended as follows, the hour and date specified for receipt of quote has not been extended.

The questions period has not be extended.

Question 1: Is there a useable kitchen at the Bog Brook Location?

Response: This requirement does not allow use of any of the government kitchens at any of the locations.

Question 2: Is there someplace near the Bog Brook location for someone to stay if needed?

Response: This requirement does not provide for any accommodations for contracted workers.

Question 3: Can I place a bid for just one year or do you need all three?

Response: The requirement is for one base year plus two options years if the government deemed needed. As a result, all interested parties need to provide pricing information for all three years of performance.

Question 4: Can you confirm the maximum number of personnel for which meals may be required on any given day, and is there a minimum guarantee for meals?

Response: There is no maximum or minimum for any given day, however the recruiters have estimated 60 personnel per meal. Historically over the recent contract, the lowest number of personnel was 40 and the highest number of personnel was 66. Please note, that the number of personnel could fluctuate at any given drill weekend.

Question 5: Are there any specific preferences or requirements regarding the type of food (e.g., dietary restrictions, allergy considerations) that are not explicitly listed in the PWS?

Response: No, all dietary restrictions are on a case by case basis. In the event a Service Member has a dietary restriction the COR will communicate the restriction in accordance with the PWS (5 days prior to delivery).

Question 6: The PWS states that cooking tents and open/outdoor cooking are not authorized. Can you clarify if there are any specific on-site facilities or hookups (e.g., electrical, water) available for a self sustaining kitchen trailer or food truck?

Response: The Government has no available hookups, Per Section 3 of the PWS; no utilities will be provided by the government.

Question 7: What is the expected process for coordination and communication for last-minute changes to meal counts or delivery times?

Response: The COR will contact the prime contractor with a final meal count no later than five business days from date of delivery.

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Question 8: Is there an opportunity to conduct a site visit to better understand the logistical challenges and set up locations at the various training sites?

Response: No, the government will not hold a site visit for this requirement.

Question 9: In addition to the technical, past performance, and price factors mentioned, are there any other factors that will be considered in the evaluation?

Response: No, there is no change to the solicitations evaluation factors.

Question 10: What is the timeline for the source selection process and when can we expect a decision on the award?

Response: The Government anticipate award to be made on or about 17 October 2025; pending a continuing resolution (CR) or full annual appropriations approved.

Question 11: Are there specific formatting or content requirements for the technical proposal that are no already outlined in the solicitation?

Response: There are no change or additions to the solicitations requirements.

Question 12: Can you explain the standard payment schedule for this contract?

Response: Payment will be monthly. We anticipate being invoiced on or after the final day of service for the month, to which we review/approve for payment. The invoice then gets routed through Defense Finance and Accounting Service for payment.

Question 13: What are the typical payment terms (e.g. NET 30, NET 45) and what is the process for submitting invoices for payment?

Response: NET 30 is typical, payment is through Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). The procedures for establishing a PIEE account and submitting invoices can be found at https://piee.eb.mil/

Question 14: We are able to offer a small discount or incentive in exchange for payment via the Government Purchase Card. Would the government be open to this arrangement?

Response: No, monthly payment shall be through Electronic Funds Transfer via PIEE WAWF.

Question 15: The solicitation mentions an SPRS/Past Performance evaluation. What specific types of past performance references are most valuable for this contract?

Response: Catering services provided to other military organizations and federal agencies. Contracts that have the same PSC S203 and NAICS 722320 would also be seen to be relevant.

Question 16: Are there any past performance evaluation factors or a specific rating system that you prioritize more than others?

Response: In accordance with the solicitation any vendor that receives a yellow or red rating in SPRS will be considered unacceptable. The past performance evaluation factors as stated in the solicitation are assessed on the basis of recency, relevancy, and quality and general trends in contractor performance and the source of information will be reviewed from Government databases from the past three years from the date the solicitation was issued. The past performance assessment will be only completed on the prime information.

Question 17: Is there a preferred format for submitting past performance information, such as a specific template or form?

Response: No formal past performance documentation requirement is needed as part of your submission.

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