W912P521B00120003.pdf

W912P521B0012

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

PROJECT: Old Hickory Pow er Plant Sw itchyard Cable and Conduit Replacement, Hendersonville, Tennessee

PURPOSE: The purpose of this amendment is to provide revised instruction in Section 00 21 13 - Instructions to Bidders

FAR 52.252-3, Alterations in Solicitation is updated.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 9

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 17-Jun-2021

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W912P521B0012

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

25-May-2021

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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

Offer 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 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter 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 NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

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

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

17-Jun-2021

CODE

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS-CELRN-RC-N

DIRECTORATE OF CONTRACTING

110 9TH AVENUE SOUTH, RM A405

NASHVILLE TN 37203

W912P5 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00 21 00 - INSTRUCTIONS

The following have been modified:

52.252-3 ALTERATIONS IN SOLICITATION (APR 1984)

Portions of this solicitation are altered as follows:

Amendment 0001:

PROJECT: Old Hickory Power Plant Switchyard Cable and Conduit Replacement, Hendersonville, Tennessee

PURPOSE: The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Extend the receipt of questions period from Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Central Tie to Monday, June 7, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.

2. Correct the bid opening due date from Saturday, June 26, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time to Friday, June 25, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.

3. Include special contract requirements in Section 00 73 00 - Supplementary Conditions.

4. Provide the site visit sign-in sheet as a separate attachment.

Amendment 0002:

PROJECT: Old Hickory Power Plant Switchyard Cable and Conduit Replacement, Hendersonville, Tennessee

PURPOSE: The purpose of this amendment is to provide revised Division 01 technical specifications as a separate attachment.

Amendment 0003:

PROJECT: Old Hickory Power Plant Switchyard Cable and Conduit Replacement, Hendersonville, Tennessee

PURPOSE: The purpose of this amendment is to provide revised instructions in Section 00 21 13 - Instructions to Bidders.

SECTION 00 21 13 - INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS & NOTICES TO BIDDERS

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 Intent: The intent of this solicitation is to award one (1) contract for the Old Hickory Power Plant Switchyard Cable and Conduit Replacement

1.2 Disclosure of Magnitude of Construction Project: The estimated magnitude of this requirement is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

1.3 Basis of Selection of Award: Award shall be made to the lowest priced bidder who is determined to be responsive and responsible. See Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.214-19, Contract Award— Sealed Bidding—Construction, for more information.

1.4 Type of Contract: The Government intends to award one (1) firm fixed-price construction contract.

1.5 Who May Submit: This procurement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

1.6 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code and Small Business Size Standard:

The NAICS code for this project is 237130, Power and Communication Line and Related Structure Construction, with a size standard of $39,500,000.

1.7 Specifications and Drawings: Specifications and Drawings will be provided as separate files and will be available on beta.sam.gov. See the complete drawings and specification package located at beta.sam.gov.

The Specifications and Drawings are part of the solicitation/contract and shall be considered in that respect (see Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.236-7001, Contract Drawings and Specifications).

1.8 Pre-Bid Site Visit: An organized site visit has been scheduled to occur during the solicitation period.

Bidders should inspect the job site prior to submitting a bid. Bidders should take such other steps as may be reasonably necessary to ascertain the nature and location of the work and the general and local conditions that can affect the work or the cost thereof. Failure to do so will not relieve bidders from the responsibility for properly estimating the difficulty or cost of successfully performing the work. The Government assumes no responsibility for any understanding or representations concerning conditions made by any of its officers, agents or employees, unless included in the solicitation, the specifications or related documents. Please refer to FAR 52.236-27 Alt I, Site Visit (Construction) incorporated by full text in this solicitation, for information pertaining to the scheduled site visit.

Due to the social distancing guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) because of COVID-19, contractors will be allowed to have no more than two (2) company representatives present at the site visit.

REGISTRATION: Only registered persons will be permitted to attend the site visit. In addition to the information below, please also provide your firm’s name, firm’s CAGE and/or Unique Entity Identifier (known as DUNS) number, and name and position title of primary point-of-contact and their telephone number and email address. Please provide this information via email to Samantha.D.Harrison@usace.army.mil

Contractors and/or potential contractors wishing to attend a pre-bid meeting held at or in LRN restricted/controlled areas (such as a Power Plant or Navigation Lock) shall submit a Nashville District

(LRN)

Security Access Form to the Contract Specialist five (5) business days prior to the site visit or meeting. If submitting the document in less than five business days, the bidder may not receive approval for participation.

The Contract Specialist will notify the Contractor if the request is approved or denied. Any pre-bid meeting which will cover anything other than public domain information shall be limited to U.S. Citizens, except under unique circumstances.

U.S. CITIZENS: The bidder shall submit a Nashville District Corps of Engineers U.S. Citizen Pre-Bid and/or Site Visit Request Form to the LRN Point of Contact, Contract Specialist Dani Harrison, no later than five

(5) business days prior to the site visit. If submitting the document in less than five business (5) days, the bidder may not receive approval for participation. The LRN POC will notify the individual(s) if the request is approved or denied. The Security Access Form and guidance is available as a pdf attachment on www.beta.sam.gov with this solicitation and is titled Pre-Bid Meeting and/or Site Visit Request Form.

FOREIGN NATIONALS (FNs): All non-U.S. Citizens, including permanent residents wishing to attend the site visit must be approved in advance. FNs wishing to attend a site visit shall submit a completed Nashville District Corps of Engineers Foreign National Pre-Bid Meeting Request Form and legible color copies of two

(2) of the following documents: Passport (unexpired or expired), Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (INS Form N- 560 04 N-561), Certificate of Naturalization (INS Form N-550 or N-570), unexpired foreign Passport with I- 551 stamp or attached INS Form I-94 indicating unexpired employment authorization, an Alien Registration Receipt Card with photo (INS Form I-151 or I-551), unexpired Temporary Resident Card (INS Form I-688), unexpired Employment Authorization Card (INS Form I- 688A), unexpired Reentry Permit (INS Form I-327), unexpired Refugee Travel Document (INS Form I-571), or unexpired Employment Authorization Documentation issued by the INS which contains a photograph (INS Form I-688B) to the LRN Point of Contact, Contract Specialist Dani Harrison. These documents must be submitted two (2) weeks prior to the site visit. FN requests require approval at the Headquarters U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (HQUSACE) level. Exceptions will be considered on a case by case basis but will be limited. The form is available as a pdf attachment on www.beta.sam.gov with this solicitation and is titled Foreign National Pre- Bid Meeting Request Form.

POINT OF CONTACT: For questions and/or concerns regarding the site visit, please contact Contract Specialist Dani Harrison via email at the address referenced above.

This will be the only site visit for this project. If you miss the scheduled site visit, no other arrangements will be made due to personnel and time restrictions.

1.9 Point of Contact for Communication/Questions: Any communications regarding this procurement must be made in writing to the Nashville Contracting Branch, Attn: Dani Harrison at email Samantha.D.Harrison@usace.army.mil. Inquiries must identify the solicitation number, the requestor’s company name, address, email address, and telephone number to include area code.

Phone calls or requests to arrange meetings at the Nashville District during the solicitation period to discuss project requirements or company’s capabilities are highly discouraged and will not be scheduled.

QUESTIONS: Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted to Dani Harrison via email at Samantha.D.Harrison@usace.army.mil no later than 10:00 AM Central Time, Monday, June 7, 2021.

1.10 Amendments Prior to Date Set for Closing of Invitation for Bid (IFB). The right is reserved as the interest of the Government may require, to revise or amend the specifications or drawings or both prior to the date set for submission of bid. Such revisions and amendments, if any will be announced by an amendment or amendments to this IFB. If the revisions and amendments are of a nature which requires material changes in quantities or prices proposed or both, the date set for receipt of bids may be postponed by such number of days as in the opinion of the issuing Contracting Officer will enable bidders to revise their bids. In such cases, the amendment will include an announcement of the new date for receipt of bid.

1.11 NOTICE TO BIDDER: Use of Class I Ozone-Depleting Substances

a. In accordance with Section 326 of P.L. 102-484, the Government is prohibited from awarding any contract which includes a specification or standard that requires the use of a Class I ozone-depleting substance (ODS) identified in Section 601(a) of the Clean Air Act, (42 U.S.C 767a(a)), or that can be met only through the use of such a substance unless such use has been approved, on an individual basis, by a senior acquisitions official who determines that there is no suitable substitute available.

b. To comply with this statute, the Government has conducted a best effort screening of the specifications and standards associated with this acquisition to determine whether they contain any ODS requirements. This requirement has no relationship to ODSs.

c. If the bidder possesses any special knowledge about any other ODSs required directly or indirectly at any level of contract performance, the U.S. Army would appreciate if such information were surfaced to the Contracting Officer for appropriate action. To preclude delay to the procurement, the bidder should provide any information as soon as possible after release of this IFB and prior to the submission of bids to the extent practicable. It should be understood that there is no obligation on the bidder to comply with the request and that no compensation can be provided for doing so.

1.12 DEFINITIVE RESPONSIBILITY CRITERIA

a. To ensure award is made to a responsible bidder, a determination of responsibility will be conducted. As part of this responsibility determination, the Contracting Officer will utilize the guidance contained in FAR Subpart 9.1, Responsible Prospective Contractors. In accordance with FAR 9.104-1, to be determined responsible, a prospective contractor must:

(1) Have adequate financial resources to perform the contract, or the ability to obtain them;

(2) Be able to comply with the required or proposed delivery or performance schedule, taking into consideration all existing commercial and governmental business commitments;

(3) Have a satisfactory performance record, similar in scope and magnitude of that stated in the contract requirement;

(4) Have a satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics;

(5) Have the necessary organization, experience, accounting and operational controls, and technical skills, or the ability to obtain them (including, as appropriate, such elements as production control procedures, property control systems, quality assurance measures, and safety programs applicable to materials to be produced or services to be performed by the prospective contractor and subcontractors);

(6) Have the necessary production, construction, and technical equipment and facilities, or the ability to obtain them; and

(7) Be otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations.

b. Definitive Responsibility Criteria: In addition to examining the criteria in FAR 9.104-1, the Contracting Officer will also examine whether the low bidder can meet the requirements of the three (3) definitive responsibility criteria. The apparent low bidder will be required to meet the following experience requirements:

(1) Bidder shall submit a current level 3 (Certified Technician) or level 4 (Certified Senior Technician) Certification from the National Electrical Testing Association (NETA)

(2) At least three (3) projects, but no more than five (5), completed or substantially completed (75%) within the last five (5) years, at least two (2) of which must be completed , that demonstrates the contractor’s experience, as a prime contractor or subcontractor, with the following tasks. Each submitted project must satisfy at least three (3) of the below tasks and when all projects are considered collectively, each of the six (6) below tasks must be accounted for:

a. Disconnecting and removing power and control cables within a switchyard or substation rated at >/=69kV.

b. Procuring and installing pre-casted concrete trench system with a switchyard rated at >/=69kV.

c. Excavation work within a switchyard or substation rated at >/=69kV while switchyard is energized and de-energized.

d. Installing cable trays and conductors with insulation systems rated 300V to 15KV.

e. Installing and splicing and terminating fiber optic cables.

f. Modifying, installing, and testing ground grid systems.

(3) Bidder shall submit one of the following safety records: A Total Incidence Rate (TIR) for the calendar year 2020 that is </= 3.0 or an Experience Modification Rate for the calendar year 2020 that is </= 1.0.

The Contracting Officer will verify the submitted projects meet the definitive responsibility criteria as part of the responsibility determination. Bidders are not required to submit additional documentation related to these criteria at the time of bid. Instead, within three (3) business days after the date of bid opening, the Government will request supporting documentation from the apparent low bidder.

2.0 WHAT, HOW, AND WHERE TO SUBMIT BID

2.1 The following documents must be submitted with your IFB in original and one (1) copy:

(1) SF 1442, Solicitation, Offer and Award

a. Should include:

i. Unique Entity Identifier (known as DUNS)

ii. CAGE number

iii. Tax Payer ID number

(2) Solicitation amendments acknowledged, if applicable

(3) Bid Schedule

(4) Bid Guarantee (see FAR 52.228-1)

2.2 PUBLIC OPENING OF BIDS: Bids will be publicly opened at the time set for opening in Block 13 of the SF1442 via teleconference. The content will be made public for the information of bidders and others interested, who may be present. Unbalanced bids may be rejected.

The teleconference information is as follows:

http://meetingsamer22.webex.com/join/pr1262107812

Choose the “Call Me” feature to access the meeting. Due to known bandwith usage issues, it is strongly recommended that participants do NOT use their webcams.

Bidders shall submit their bids no later than the time and date specified in Block 13 of SF 1442 of this solicitation or the latest amendment (if applicable) as follows:

2.3 The Bidder’s bid shall be submitted electronically, as described below. The IFB will provide bid submission instructions and receipt date for bid submittal. The Bidder’s bid shall not contain classified data. The use of hyperlinks in bids is prohibited.

NOTE: The only authorized transmission method for bids in response to this solicitation is electronically via SAFE online submission. NO OTHER TRANSMISSION METHODS (EMAIL, FACSIMILE, REGULAR MAIL, HAND CARRIED, ETC.) WILL BE ACCEPTED.

The Bidder’s bid must be received by the Government by the date/time specified in the solicitation or the latest amendment (if applicable). Bidders shall submit their bids using the following link:

https://safe.apps.mil/

Please send bids using the link above to Contract Specialist Dani Harrison at Samantha.D.Harrison@usace.army.mil AND to Contracting Officer Steve Hutchens at Stephen.P.Hutchens@usace.army.mil.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING ELECTRONIC BIDS:

In an effort to reduce paperwork and cost, all bids shall be submitted electronically through the SAFE site. Submission shall be in Adobe PDF format. You are limited to twenty-five (25) maximum files per upload (total size cannot exceed 8GB). If you have a large number of files, recommend that you combine or ZIP your files before uploading to the SAFE site. Bidders may use compression utility software such as WinZip or PKZip to reduce file size and facilitate transmission.

REQUEST FOR UPLOAD CODE: Bidders must email Contract Specialist Dani Harrison at Samantha.D.Harrison@usace.army.mil AND Contracting Officer Steve Hutchens at Stephen.P.Hutchens@usace.army.mil no later than five (5) business days prior to the bid due date to receive a request code which will allow for file uploads via the SAFE site. Bidders that fail to email or request a code five (5) business days before bid submission date may not be able to receive a request code in time to upload their submission. THIS MUST BE DONE FOR THIS PROCUREMENT.

FILE DESCRIPTION: Include a “File Description” for each file(s) you upload. The “File Description” will be included in the email notice to each of the recipients you choose to have access your file(s). NOTE: Do NOT enter Privacy Act Data (Personal Identification Information (PII)) in the File Description.

Submission shall be in Adobe PDF format.

INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW ON THE SAFE WEBSITE:

1. Once at the SAFE website select the “Drop-off” icon. This allows users without a CAC or users whose computer is not configured to read a CAC the option to access the SAFE site as a guest.

2. After selecting the “Click Here” link you will be prompted to add your personal information, file information, recipient (Government representative) information and email settings.

3. When completing your file information for transmittal via the SAFE website, you will be required to enter the email addresses for all recipients. For this solicitation, the recipients are the Contract Specialist, Dani Harrison, at Samantha.D.Harrison@usace.army.mil and the Contracting Officer, Steve Hutchens, at Stephen.P.Hutchens@usace.army.mil. The e-mail address of the Government Employee who initiated the request code will be automatically entered. The Bidder must enter the email address for both the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. The Bidder can enter an additional email address if desired. After entering the email address, click the ADD button to add the person(s) email to the “Recipients List” of your response. When your bidis submitted, a notification will be sent to the recipients you added.

NOTE: Do NOT send the SAFE site packages to group email accounts.

Even if you successfully upload your bid to the SAFE site, notification will not be sent to the Government recipients until you verify your email address. Entering an incorrect email may result in the rejection of your submission for lateness. A Bidder can confirm proper submission by the ‘Drop- Off Completed” screen which generates based on proper file submission.

NOTE: It has been reported that documents are more quickly uploaded into the SAFE website when using a Firefox web browser. The Government cannot verify that this is true and offers no guarantee that Bidders will have more success utilizing any particular browser.

RECEIPT OF SUBMISSIONS: For the purpose of establishing whether a bid submission is considered timely, the Government will consider the date and time the submission is completely uploaded into the SAFE website.

For bids larger than the 8GB capacity of the SAFE website and require multiple submissions, the Government will consider the date and time the last submission is completely uploaded into the SAFE website. Do not assume that electronic communication is instantaneous. It can take several minutes or even hours in some cases.

The Government will not be responsible for submissions delivered to any location or to anyone other than those designated to receive bids. Bidders are responsible for ensuring that bids are submitted so as to reach the designated recipient. Bidders are responsible for allowing sufficient time for the bid to be received in accordance with the instructions provided.

3.0 INSURANCE/BONDS:

3.1 BID GUARANTEE. In accordance with FAR 52.228-1, Bid Guarantee, the bidder shall furnish a bid guarantee in the form of a firm commitment, e.g., bid bond (use Standard Form 24) supported by good and sufficient surety or sureties acceptable to the Government, postal money order, certified check, cashier’s check, irrevocable letter of credit, or, under Treasury Department regulations, certain bonds or notes of the United States. The bid guarantee amount shall be at least 20 percent of the bid price but shall not exceed $3,000,000.00. If using a Bid Bond, it must be submitted on SF 24. The SF 24 can be found at the GSA Forms Library at https://www.gsa.gov/forms.

3.2 INSURANCE. Contractor shall carry Liability and Insurance. See FAR 52.228-5, Insurance – Work on a Government Installation.

3.3 The bidder whose bid is accepted will be required to comply with the following within the time established in the invitation for bid:

a. PERFORMANCE BONDS (SF 25). Pursuant to FAR 52.228-15 (Dev), Performance and Payment

Bonds- Construction (Deviation 2020-O0016), the penal amount of the performance bond shall equal one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. Bonds shall be received on a SF 25 within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of contract award. The SF 25 can be found at the GSA Forms Library at https://www.gsa.gov/forms.

b. PAYMENT BONDS (SF 25A). Pursuant to FAR 52.228-15 (Dev), Performance and Payment Bonds- Construction (Deviation 2020-O0016), the penal amount of the payment bond shall equal one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. Bonds shall be received on a SF 25A within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of award. The SF 25A can be found at the GSA Forms Library at https://www.gsa.gov/forms.

4.0 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) AND ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS

AND CERTIFICATIONS

In accordance with FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management, registration is required in the System for Award Management (SAM) database located at www.sam.gov. More specifically, "An Offeror is required to be registered in SAM when submitting an offer or quotation, and shall continue to be registered until time of award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation." (See FAR 52.204-7(b)(1)).

For SAM Customer Service, contact:

Federal Service Desk URL: www.fsd.gov Hours: 8am - 8pm (Eastern Time) U.S. Calls: 866-606-8220

International Calls: 334-206-7828

DSN: 866-606-8220

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Effective June 29, 2018 vendors creating or updating their registration can have their registration activated prior to the approval of the required notarized letter. However, the signed copy of the notarized letter must be sent to the GSA Federal Service Desk (FSD) within 30 days of activation or the vendor risks no longer being active in SAM.

Vendors can check whether an account is active by performing a query by their CAGE or Unique Entity Identifier (known as DUNS).

The new registration process may now take several weeks, so vendors are highly encouraged to begin registering as soon as possible to avoid any possible delays in future contract awards. Remember, there is no cost to use SAM.

To find out additional information about the changes of the SAM registration process, contractors should visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) link located at the top of the SAM homepage (www.sam.gov).

5.0 BIDDERS CHECKLIST

All information required by the terms of the Solicitation must be furnished. MISTAKES OR OMISSIONS CAN BE COSTLY. Important items for you to check are included in but not limited to those listed below. This checklist is furnished only to assist you in submitting a proper bid. The Government shall not be responsible for items not described below. It is not required to be return with your bid.

[ ] Is your bid guarantee on the proper form?

[ ] If signing on behalf of your company, have you attached evidence of your authority to sign the bid? [ ] Have you acknowledged all amendments? Have you submitted your bid on the latest amended bid schedule?

[ ] Is the name in which you submitted your bid the same as on the bid bond? [ ] Have you entered a unit price for each bid item?

[ ] Have you checked your bid for possible errors? Arithmetically?

[ ] Are all erasures or corrections initialed by the person signing the bid?

[ ] The Government may reject a bid as nonresponsive if it is materially and mathematically unbalanced as to price for any bid item or combination of items. A bid is unbalanced when it is based on prices significantly less than cost for some work and prices which are significantly overstated for other work.

[ ] Will your bid arrive on time? See FAR 52.214-7, Late Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals of Bids.

[ ] Have you furnished all information required by the invitation for bids solicitation and/or the specifications?

6.0 CONTRACTOR FEEDBACK

Help us in BUILDING STRONG. Please provide us with your feedback, comments and recommendations for improvement by visiting our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) website at:

http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=card&service_provider_id=110824&site_id=856&service_category_id=14

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