Solicitation Amendment W912JD26QA0060001 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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SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Solicitation/Contract Form Continuation

The following changes have been made:

Miscellaneous text in this section has been added to:

Amendment 0001; The purpose of this amendment is for the Government to respond to questions poised by interested businesses.

The Solicitation due date is not extended.

The date for questions is not extended.

Question 1

Q: Past Performance Evaluation. We have not performed any contracts specifically for recruiting promotional items for Federal/National Guard/U.S Army. We have successfully completed similar promotional item jobs for state and local municipalities. Would we be eligible to bid on this project given our related but not identical past performance experience?

R: Yes. The past performance evaluation is outlined in FAR 52.212-2 addendum. Past performance efforts for Federal/National Guard/U.S. Army, receive a more favorable rating but the absence of those past performance efforts is not a disqualifier from competition.

Question 2

Q: Are blank samples needed to be sent with the quote before the closing date? Or blank samples are required of the selected vendor after award is made?

R: No blank samples are required for response to the solicitation. Blank samples are required after award has been made. Upon approval of the blank samples mass production can begin. (Question 7 outlines timeline for samples after award).

Question 3

Q: CLIN 0003 - Is there a brand that has been used in the past that is preferred? It has proven difficult finding a sweatpants with the secure snap back pocket. Most of them that are secure, just have a zip.

R: A zipper closure on the back pocket is acceptable. CLIN 0003 has been updated on the slideshow to reflect this (green highlight).

Question 4

Q: CLIN 0008 - Is there a brand that is preferred? The solicitation states 60% cotton / 40% polyester moisture wicking shirt. moisture wicking shirts are usually primarily polyester or completely polyester.

The picture in the PowerPoint also looks like a majority polyester shirt.

R: 100% Polyester is acceptable. CLIN 0008 has been updated on the slideshow to reflect this (green highlight).

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Question 5

Q: Substitutions - If certain apparel colors or bottle types go out of stock, may we propose comparable equal or higher - quality substitutions for Government approval?

R: Yes. Per addendum to FAR 52.212-1 (e) Multiple Quotes "Quoters are encouraged to submit multiple quotes presenting alternative terms and conditions, including alternative line items (provided that the alternative line items are consistent with FAR subpart 4.10), or alternative commercial products or commercial services for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each quote submitted will be evaluated separately.

Question 6

Q: Are all CLINS required to deliver in a single consolidated shipment, or may items be delivered as completed if they meet schedule requirements?

R: The government will accept multiple deliveries provided that the delivery represents the entirety of a CLIN. For example if the awardee has CLIN 0001 produced but is still in production for remaining CLINs it may ship CLIN 0001.

Question 7

Q: What is the delivery timeline following the award of the contract?

R: Upon award blank samples of CLINs will be sent by the awardee to the Government (if multiple sizes in a CLIN, one sample for each size) within 10 days. Upon receipt the Government will review the samples and approve for mass production. Anticipate approval within 72 hours of receipt of samples. If the Government identifies a deficiency a new blank sample will be requested for approval. Delivery of all CLINs is required by 01 June 2026.

Question 8

Q: Is delivery expected FOB Destination to a single MEARNG location, or multiple locations?

R: Delivery will be to FOB Destination - a single MEARNG location, address below as well as in SF 1449.

Maine REC & RET

BLDG 14 Camp Keyes

194 Winthrop Street

Augusta, ME

04333-0032

Continuation of Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

The miscellaneous text for the following CLIN(s) / SLIN(s) / ELIN(s) were modified:

New Miscellaneous Text:

Ribbed collar 60% Cotton / 40% Polyester (Tolerance +/- 5%) Premium fitted crew neck tee shirt Soft tag (Size tag screen printed on inside) Minimal shrinkage Front of shirt: MEARNG shield logo with CTA on left center pocket, 3-color logo Right Sleeve: Reverse flag, 1 color Back of Shirt: Full-size, custom graphic, full-color

New Miscellaneous Text:

Ultra-soft cotton-blend fleece with brushed inside for extra warmth Encased elastic waistband with external drawcord Open hand pockets and secure snap back pocket (or zipper back pocket) 80% cotton / 20% Polyester (Tolerance: +/- 3%) Tapered leg fit with ribbed cuffs Front of sweats: MEARNG shield logo with CTA, 3-color logo

New Miscellaneous Text:

Moisture wicking technology 4-way stretch material 100% Polyester Full cut for complete comfort Front of shirt: MEARNG shield logo with CTA, 3-color logo, upper left pocket Back of shirt: Custom graphic, full-color

The following CLIN(s) / SLIN(s) / ELIN(s) were modified:

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541890

KO FOR MEARNG DO NOT DELETE, WITHROP STREET BLDG 39

AUGUSTA, ME 04333-0032

UNITED STATES

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