Nonpersonal services for diversity, equity & inclusion program evaluation and assessment.

We are up to AMENDMENT 0007a and you will want to read the attached updated document for future amendments after AMENDMENT 0004

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Here's what I received from NMFS' lead economist. So we have enough to answer the vendor's question.

So, I'm not quite understanding the application but with a population size of 350 and a 95% confidence interval with 5% margin of error, the sample size of 184 is correct. If you need to "play" with the sample size or other characteristics, try this website and scroll down to the calculator.

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

Evaluation factors were added under FAR 52.212-2.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

We are up to AMENDMENT 0007 and you will want to read the attached updated document for future amendments after AMENDMENT 0004

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Here's what I received from NMFS' lead economist. So we have enough to answer the vendor's question.

So, I'm not quite understanding the application but with a population size of 350 and a 95% confidence interval with 5% margin of error, the sample size of 184 is correct. If you need to "play" with the sample size or other characteristics, try this website and scroll down to the calculator.

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

Evaluation factors were added under FAR 52.212-2.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

We are up to AMENDMENT 0006a and you will want to read the attached updated document for future amendments after AMENDMENT 0004

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Here's what I received from NMFS' lead economist. So we have enough to answer the vendor's question.

So, I'm not quite understanding the application but with a population size of 350 and a 95% confidence interval with 5% margin of error, the sample size of 184 is correct. If you need to "play" with the sample size or other characteristics, try this website and scroll down to the calculator.

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

Evaluation factors were added under FAR 52.212-2.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

We are up to AMENDMENT 0006 and you will want to read the attached updated document for future amendments after AMENDMENT 0004

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Here's what I received from NMFS' lead economist. So we have enough to answer the vendor's question.

So, I'm not quite understanding the application but with a population size of 350 and a 95% confidence interval with 5% margin of error, the sample size of 184 is correct. If you need to "play" with the sample size or other characteristics, try this website and scroll down to the calculator.

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

Evaluation factors were added under FAR 52.212-2.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

We are up to AMENDMENT 0005 and you will want to read the attached updated document for future amendments after AMENDMENT 0004

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Here's what I received from NMFS' lead economist. So we have enough to answer the vendor's question.

So, I'm not quite understanding the application but with a population size of 350 and a 95% confidence interval with 5% margin of error, the sample size of 184 is correct. If you need to "play" with the sample size or other characteristics, try this website and scroll down to the calculator.

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

Evaluation factors were added under FAR 52.212-2.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

We are up to AMENDMENT 0005 and you will want to read the attached updated document for future amendments after AMENDMENT 0004

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

Evaluation factors were added under FAR 52.212-2.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

AMENDMENT 0004 7/6/2022

QUESTIONS 1.       I calculated your event schedule and have no problem with Ph. 1 pricing, etc. Ph. 2 has completion windows so I used the longest segment which has the Final Report complete by 11/12/23. The performance CLIN PoP goes to 10/31/24, which is a significant period of dead time to account for in the pricing given there is nothing to build staff hours against. How should we consider this for pricing purposes?

RESPONSE 2:

Base Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 300 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 450 hours
• Administrative Support 125 hours

Option Period has the following number of hours estimated:

• Social Scientist, Junior 450 hours
• Social Scientist, Senior 520 hours
• Administrative Support 160 hours

The rates for these hours can be found by searching Google or other sources including the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  These sources usually show non-loaded rates meaning benefits, etc.

QUESTION 2.       Assuming the population is 350 employees, etc., a meaningful sample is 184 with a 95% confidence level, 5% margin of error. Is this a reasonable basis on which to develop our staff hour allocations, or are you looking for a different sample basis? Or is this at the discretion of the offeror?

Response to question 2 is not available at this time, but when it does become available, I will share it. The quotes due date is being extended through 7/21/2022 due to we have pending response on this and will post it as soon as it becomes available.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

AMENDMENT 0003 7/5/2022

Attachment added due to hyperlink failure:

• WCR D&I Framework 9.16

AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

• AMENDMENT 0002 6/29/2022 Question & Answers (Q&A)… Answers in red

• Is this  time & materials or firm fixed price bid  FIRM FIXED PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
• Page limit for response  None set.  Respond to items of the solicitation in order so the technical can verify your company is understanding.
• What is the expected level of effort   This is not a construction or T&M or hourly.  The tasks and requirements are listed in the solicitation.
• Is there a budget amount already set aside for this effort Not specifically, but there is an estimated amount. No it will not be provided.
• Clarification on usage of the word climate assessment: is this synonymous with a culture assessment Yes, climate assessment and culture assessment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award
• ment are used synonymously in the statement of work
• Is there additional data on the demographics of the 350 employee population that will be part of the effort  There is some demographic data publicly available at the NOAA/agency level, see NOAA 2021 DEAI Summit presentation, and additional data on demographics at the West Coast Regional level can be provided following the award

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.

AMENDMENT 0001 6/25/2022

There is not incumbent

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

NONPERSONAL SERVICES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAM EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. 

***AS A REMINDER, THIS REQUIREMENT IS UNDER THE WHAT USED TO BE THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT (SCA) AND IS NOW CALLED THE SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS STATUTE (SCLS).  THIS WAGE DETERMINATION PROVIDES THAT THE HOURLY RATE FOR NONPERSONAL SERVICES MINIMUM IS A COMBINATION OF THE HOURLY WAGE RATE OF AND THE HEALTH & WELFARE AMOUNT FOR A TOTAL MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE WHICH YOUR COMPANY IS REQUIRED BY LAW TO PAY. 

THERE ARE ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE ORDERS LISTED WHICH WILL BE APPLICABLE.

(I)            This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II)          This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  Submit written quotes on RFQ Number

NFFO00002202578SRG.

(III)        The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06 (MAY 2022) (Deviation 2022-02)(NOV 2021).

(IV)         This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541990.  The size standard is $17.0 million.