Department of Commerce Staff Augmentation

UPDATE May 15, 2016: Amendment 0003 Released

Amendment 0003 is provided to identify edits with the solicitation Sections B-M, provide an updated attachment J.1 (pricing sheet) and list the final questions and answers received through 5/14/2016.

The changes provided in this amendment supercede previous versions of the document.

UPDATE May 11, 2016: Amendment 0002 Released
Amendment 0002 is provided to identify edits with the solicitation and list answers to questions received through 5/11/2016. 
The documents provided with this amendment supercede all previous documents. 

UPDATE May 9, 2016: Amendment 0001 Release

Amendment 0001 is provided to clarify proposal submission address (pg 76), incorporate clause 52.222-41 (pg 39) and provide a list of Questions and Answers. Changes in the solicitation are marked in red type.

No other changes are made.

UPDATE May 4, 2016: Solicitation Release

The Department of Commerce is pleased to announce this opportunity for commercial services solicited in accordance with FAR Part 12. 

Please read the solicitation carefully and ensure your proposal conforms to the instructions provided in Section L. 

Any questions are required to be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer NLT May 14th.

Presolicitation Information (March 11, 2016) UPDATED (April 29):

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

 
This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 3, 2016

4. Response Time:  Approximately 20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  New Requirement, No Incumbent

UPDATE May 11, 2016: Amendment 0002 Released
Amendment 0002 is provided to identify edits with the solicitation and list answers to questions received through 5/11/2016. 
The documents provided with this amendment supercede all previous documents. 

UPDATE May 9, 2016: Amendment 0001 Release

Amendment 0001 is provided to clarify proposal submission address (pg 76), incorporate clause 52.222-41 (pg 39) and provide a list of Questions and Answers. Changes in the solicitation are marked in red type.

No other changes are made.

UPDATE May 4, 2016: Solicitation Release

The Department of Commerce is pleased to announce this opportunity for commercial services solicited in accordance with FAR Part 12. 

Please read the solicitation carefully and ensure your proposal conforms to the instructions provided in Section L. 

Any questions are required to be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer NLT May 14th.

Presolicitation Information (March 11, 2016) UPDATED (April 29):

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

 
This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 3, 2016

4. Response Time:  Approximately 20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  New Requirement, No Incumbent

UPDATE May 9, 2016: Amendment 0001 Release

Amendment 0001 is provided to clarify proposal submission address (pg 76), incorporate clause 52.222-41 (pg 39) and provide a list of Questions and Answers. Changes in the solicitation are marked in red type.

No other changes are made.

UPDATE May 4, 2016: Solicitation Release

The Department of Commerce is pleased to announce this opportunity for commercial services solicited in accordance with FAR Part 12. 

Please read the solicitation carefully and ensure your proposal conforms to the instructions provided in Section L. 

Any questions are required to be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer NLT May 14th.

Presolicitation Information (March 11, 2016) UPDATED (April 29):

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

 
This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 3, 2016

4. Response Time:  Approximately 20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  New Requirement, No Incumbent

UPDATE May 4, 2016: Solicitation Release

The Department of Commerce is pleased to announce this opportunity for commercial services solicited in accordance with FAR Part 12. 

Please read the solicitation carefully and ensure your proposal conforms to the instructions provided in Section L. 

Any questions are required to be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer NLT May 14th.

Presolicitation Information (March 11, 2016) UPDATED (April 29):

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

 
This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 3, 2016

4. Response Time:  Approximately 20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  New Requirement, No Incumbent

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

 
This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about May 3, 2016

4. Response Time:  Approximately 20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  New Requirement, No Incumbent

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

Shared Services Organization (SSO)

In the summer of 2014, a comprehensive effort was established to develop and implement a more effective “shared services” model for providing Acquisition, Financial Management (FM), Human Resources (HR), and Information Technology (IT) support services to customers across the DOC.

This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: April 28, 2016

4. Response Time:  20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  N/A

The following information is provided in accordance with FAR 5.2 and is anticipated at the time of posting.  Information provided herein is subject to change without additional notice.  This acquisition is pursuant to FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

1. Request for Proposal #: SS1301-16-RP-0011

2. Description: The DOC is a cabinet-level Department that promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for all Americans. The DOC works in partnership with businesses, universities, communities, and our nation’s workers to realize its mission to help make American business more innovative at home and more competitive abroad. The Department has a widespread and diverse set of responsibilities within the areas of trade, economic development, weather monitoring and communication, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, and statistical research and analysis. The Department is comprised of 12 Bureaus with operations across the United States, 6 U.S. Territories, and more than 70 international offices.  The Bureaus include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United Stated Census Bureau, United State Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), International Trade Administration (ITA), United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and the Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA).  The Office of the Secretary (OS) is the headquarters organization for the Department.

Shared Services Organization (SSO)

In the summer of 2014, a comprehensive effort was established to develop and implement a more effective “shared services” model for providing Acquisition, Financial Management (FM), Human Resources (HR), and Information Technology (IT) support services to customers across the DOC.

This requirement is to provide qualified and experienced staff augmentation necessary to operate the SSO and related functions within Departmental offices.  Examples of required support include specialists in the fields of information technology, human resources, financial management, acquisition, program management and contact center. 

The successful vendor will need to demonstrate an understanding and ability to recruit and deliver required personnel effectively and efficiently with minimal lead time.  Personnel must meet Federal requirements to obtain a Government access badge.

3. Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: April 10, 2016

4. Response Time:  20 Calendar Days

5. Contract Type:  Multiple-Award IDIQ with FFP and T&M Pricing

6. Contract Length:  5 Years

7. Sources: Total Small Business Set-Aside

8. Location: Continental United States with concentrations in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas

9. Opportunity:  Accessed through www.fbo.gov

10. Incumbent:  N/A