S208--Black Hills Natl Cemetery - Ft Meade NC and Hot Springs NC provide and apply herbicide as well as provide only fertilizer

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RFQ FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

GENERAL INFORMATION

Document Type: Combined Synopsis Solicitation

Solicitation Number: 36C78620Q02076

Post Date: 7/10/2020

Original Response Date: 7/24/2020 at 11:59 pm, mountain standard time

Applicable NAICS: 561730

Classification Code: S208

Set Aside Type: TIERED EVALUATION SDVOSB-VOSB-SB

Period of Performance: Date of Award 365 calendars days with (4) one-year options if exercised

Issuing Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs

National Cemetery Administration, Contract Services

155 Van Gordon Street Suite 10

Lakewood, CO 80228

Place of Performance: Black Hills National Cemetery (BHNC)

20901 Pleasant Valley Drive

Strugis, SD 57785

Attachments: A Wage Determination No. 2015-5367, Revision 12

B Performance Work Statement

C Past Performance Questionnaire

D List of References

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 36C78620Q02076.

This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2020-06 Effective 06-05-2020.

TIERED EVALUATIONS INCLUDING SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS: This solicitation is being issued as a tiered evaluation for SDVOSB concerns, or in the alternative, a tiered evaluation for VOSB concerns, or in the alternative, a set-aside for other small business concerns with HUBZone small business concerns and 8(a) participants having priority. If award cannot be made, the solicitation will be cancelled, and the requirement resolicited.

The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 561730, with a business size standard of $7.5 million.

This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration, anticipates the award of a Firm Fixed Priced IDIQ Contract.

Scope: The contractor shall be responsible for providing and applying herbicide as well as provide only fertilizer at Black Hills National Cemetery to include ( Fort Meade and Hot Springs).

PRICE SCHEDULE: Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, material, equipment, tools and supplies to provide and apply herbicide as well as provide only fertilizer services for Black Hills National Cemetery following National Cemetery Administration standards. Units and services to be in accordance with Performance Work Statement, Technical Specifications, Performance Incentives/Disincentives, terms and conditions contained in this solicitation.

The schedule price shall be all-inclusive, including all labor, equipment, materials, and supplies to complete the Contract Line Items (CLINs). Quoters shall enter unit price and total amounts for each CLIN as indicated in the schedule. In the event there is a difference between a unit price and the extended total amount, the unit price will be held to be the intended bid price and the total of the CLINs will be recomputed accordingly. Offeror is to understand the quantities stated in the schedule are estimates for pricing purposes only.

Base Year Date of Award through 365 calendar days

CLIN

Description

Qty

Unit

Unit Price

Amount

0001

BHNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 41acres per appl

82

Acres

0002

Ft Meade NC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 2 acres per appl

4

Acres

0003

HSNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 5 acres per appl

10

Acres

0004

Fertilizer: Provide turf fertilizer at 21-7-14 with 50% SCU

500

50 lb Bags

0005

Starter Fertilizer: Provide starter turf fertilizer at 15-21-10 with 50% SCU

40

50 lb Bags

0006

Aquatic Treatment Chemicals: Provide Copper Sulfate or equivalent for pond treatment

3

50 lb Bags

TOTAL CONTRACT PRICE FOR BASE PERIOD:

Option Year 1

CLIN

Description

Qty

Unit

Unit Price

Amount

1001

BHNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 41acres per appl

82

Acres

1002

Ft Meade NC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 2 acres per appl

4

Acres

1003

HSNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 5 acres per appl

10

Acres

1004

Fertilizer: Provide turf fertilizer at 21-7-14 with 50% SCU (50lb bags)

500

Bags

1005

Starter Fertilizer: Provide starter turf fertilizer at 15-21-10 with 50% SCU

40

50 lb Bags

1006

Aquatic Treatment Chemicals: Provide Copper Sulfate or equivalent for pond treatment

3

50 lb Bags

TOTAL CONTRACT PRICE FOR BASE PERIOD:

Option Year 2

CLIN

Description

Qty

Unit

Unit Price

Amount

2001

BHNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 41acres per appl

82

Acres

2002

Ft Meade NC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 2 acres per appl

4

Acres

2003

HSNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 5 acres per appl

10

Acres

2004

Fertilizer: Provide turf fertilizer at 21-7-14 with 50% SCU

500

50 lb Bags

2005

Starter Fertilizer: Provide starter turf fertilizer at 15-21-10 with 50% SCU

40

50 lb Bags

2006

Aquatic Treatment Chemicals: Provide Copper Sulfate or equivalent for pond treatment

3

50 lb Bags

TOTAL CONTRACT PRICE FOR BASE PERIOD:

Option Year 3

CLIN

Description

Qty

Unit

Unit Price

Amount

3001

BHNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 41acres per appl

82

Acres

3002

Ft Meade NC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 2 acres per appl

4

Acres

3003

HSNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 5 acres per appl

10

Acres

3004

Fertilizer: Provide turf fertilizer at 21-7-14 with 50% SCU

500

50 lb Bags

3005

Starter Fertilizer: Provide starter turf fertilizer at 15-21-10 with 50% SCU

40

50 lb Bags

3006

Aquatic Treatment Chemicals: Provide Copper Sulfate or equivalent for pond treatment

3

50 lb Bags

TOTAL CONTRACT PRICE FOR BASE PERIOD:

Option Year 4

CLIN

Description

Qty

Unit

Unit Price

Amount

4001

BHNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 41acres per appl

82

Acres

4002

Ft Meade NC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 2 acres per appl

4

Acres

4003

HSNC Herbicide for Broadleaf Weeds: Provide and apply product on turfgrass (2 applications) 5 acres per appl

10

Acres

4004

Fertilizer: Provide turf fertilizer at 21-7-14 with 50% SCU

500

50 lb Bags

4005

Starter Fertilizer: Provide starter turf fertilizer at 15-21-10 with 50% SCU

40

50 lb Bags

4006

Aquatic Treatment Chemicals: Provide Copper Sulfate or equivalent for pond treatment

3

50 lb Bags

TOTAL CONTRACT PRICE FOR BASE PERIOD:

BASE PERIOD AMOUNT $

OPTION YR 1 AMOUNT $

OPTION YR 2 AMOUNT

$

OPTION YR 3 AMOUNT

$

OPTION YR 4 AMOUNT

$

Total Aggregate Contract Price (Base and All Options) $__________

Note: Quoters will include a price for all Contract Line Item Number (CLIN s). Failure to submit a price for all items will be cause for rejection of offer.

SITE VISIT: Quoters are urged and expected to inspect all sites where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance. In no event shall failure to inspect one or all sites constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. If you plan to conduct a site visit / inspection of the Black Hills National Cemetery (to include Hot Springs and Fort Meads National Cemetery), YOU MUST CONTACT one of the following personnel to make arrangements:

Terry Corkins Director, 330-335-3069

Responses to this Request for Quotation (RFQ) are due to the Contracting Officer no later than 11:59 pm on 07/24/2020. Responses to this announcement will result in a Firm-Fixed Price IDIQ Contract and the Government intends to make award without discussions. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary and the Government will not pay for information provided nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided for the Government. Quoters are responsible for obtaining any and all amendments or additional information concerning this announcement at https://fbo.gov.

All questions regarding this solicitation are to be submitted to the contracting officer, via email, no later than (5) calendar days before the closing date of the solicitation. Questions will not be addressed using the telephone.

Quote Format and Submission Information:

Quotes must be submitted on company letterhead. Commercial format is encouraged. All quoters shall include the following information as part of their quote:

Legal Business/Company Name (as listed in www.sam.gov)

DUNS Number

Point of Contact Name

Telephone number

Email Address

Signed SF-1449

-Pricing shall be submitted as requested in the Schedule of Supplies/Services

-Technical Package for Evaluation:

Capability Statement or Summary

Experience of Prime and Subcontractor relevant to solicitation requirement

-Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment C)

Quotes shall be submitted via email ONLY:

Email: Eleanor.OBard@va.gov

Questions pertaining to this announcement shall be sent by email to: Eleanor.OBard@va.gov . Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

Evaluation Process:

The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror

whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, based on price alone. Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of proposals meeting or exceeding the applicable standards for non-price factors. For evaluation purposes the lowest price will be determined by calculating the total price of Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) in order to determine a total amount. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers on a lowest price technically acceptable basis in accordance with FAR 15.101-2:

Pricing: The sum of all the CLINs, to include options, will represent the total evaluated price. Proposed price must be determined to be fair and reasonable to be eligible for award in terms of fairness and reasonableness.

Comparison of proposed prices received in response to the solicitation.

Comparison of previously proposed prices and previous Government and commercial contract prices with current proposed prices for like items.

Use of parametric estimating methods/application of rough yardsticks to highlight significant inconsistencies that warrant additional pricing inquiry.

Comparison with competitive published price lists, published market prices of commodities, similar indexes, and discount or rebate arrangements.

Comparison of proposed prices with independent Government cost estimates.

Comparison of proposed prices with prices obtained through market research for the same or similar items.

Analysis of pricing information provided by the offeror.

Technical Acceptability

Qualification of all Personnel (training, experience, certifications)

Equipment List

MSDS for all chemicals being used

List of Subcontractors business names (if being used)

Write up detailing the technical methods and management

3.Past Performance

Past Performance will be evaluated for Quality of Service, Schedule, Business relations with Customers, Management of Key Personnel, Safety, Problem Resolution, Invoice Accuracy, and Overall Performance of the company in this area. Utilizing the Past Performance Questionnaire in Section D, Quoters shall provide three (3) references within the last three (3) years that are similar in size and scope and that are deemed relevant to the requirement of this solicitation. The Government will use information submitted by the offeror and other additional sources such Federal Agencies as well as commercial sources in order to access past performances. In addition, the Government will also validate past performance information by utilizing the Federal Government s Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS).

Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses

The full text of FAR/VAAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html.

https://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Quoters Commercial Items (Mar 2020)

FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management (Oct 2018)

FAR 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (JUL 2016)

FAR 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018)

FAR 52.216-1 Type of Contract (APR 1984) FFP Requirements

FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest (SEPT 2006) Email: Eleanor.OBard@va.gov

Mail: 155 Van Gordon Street

Lakewood, CO 80228

VAAR 852.252-70 Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008)

VAAAR 852.233-70 Protest Content/Alternative Dispute Resolution (OCT 2018)

VAAR 852.233-71 Alternate Protest Procedure (OCT 2018) [over SAT]

VAAR 852.270-1 Representatives of Contracting Officers (Jan 2008)

VAAR 852.215-70 VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Evaluation Factors

Quoters must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at https://www.sam.gov in accordance with FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. (Mar 2020) If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

The following solicitation clauses apply to this acquisition:

The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items (OCT 2018) applies to this acquisition.

Addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items (OCT 2018):

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html (FAR)

http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/index.asp (VAAR)

FAR 52.203--17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights (APR 2014)

FAR 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper (MAY 2011)

FAR 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018)

FAR 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (JUL 2016)

FAR 52.216-18 Ordering (Oct 1995) (date of award through 365 calendar days)

FAR 52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995) ($250.00 | $10,000.00 | $25,000.00| 30 days)

FAR 52.216-21 Requirements (Oct 1995) (September 30, 2020)

FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999) (15 days)

FAR 52.217-9 Option to Extend Term of the Contract (Mar 2000) (30 days)

FAR 52.228-5 Insurance-Work on a Government Installation (JAN 1997)

FAR 52.232-18 Availability of Funds (APR 1984)

FAR 52.232-19 Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year (APR 1984)

FAR 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Dec 2013)

FAR 52.237-3 Continuity of Services (Jan 1991)

VAAR 852.203-70 Commercial Advertising (May 2018)

VAAR 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payments Requests (Nov 2018)

VAAR 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (Apr 1984)

VAAR 852.219-74, Limitations on Subcontracting Monitoring and Compliance (Jul 2018

The clause at 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (Mar 2020) applies to this acquisition. The following subparagraphs of FAR 52.212-5 are applicable: (b)(4), (b)(7), (b)(8), (b)(9), (b)(14i), (b)(16), (b)(18), (b19), (b)(22), (b)(25), (b)(26), (b)(27), (b)(28), (b)(29), (b)(30), (b(31), (b)(32), (b)(33)(i), (b)(42), (b)(49), (b)(55), (c)(1), (c)(2),(c)(4), (c)(8), and (c)(9).

(c)(3) 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 2014) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67)

Employee Class

Monetary Wage Fringe Benefits

Laborer, Grounds Maintenance WG 3-1

$14.84 + $4.50

Laborer, Grounds Maintenance WG 3-3

$16.08+ $4.50

Laborer, Grounds Maintenance WG 3-5

$17.32 + $4.50

End of Addenda

End of Document

See attached document: 36C78620Q0276 Wage Determination 2015-5367 Rev 12.

See attached document: 36C78620Q0276 FY20 SOW Ground Maintenance

See attached document: 36C78620Q0276 Past performance Questionnaire

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1. REQUISITION NO.

2. CONTRACT NO.

3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE

4. ORDER NO.

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER

6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

a. NAME

b. TELEPHONE NO. (No Collect Calls)

303-914-5718

8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL

TIME

9. ISSUED BY

CODE

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

UNRESTRICTED OR

SET ASIDE:

% FOR:

SMALL BUSINESS

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

EDWOSB

8(A)

NAICS:

SIZE STANDARD:

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TION UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ

IFB

RFP

15. DELIVER TO

CODE

16. ADMINISTERED BY

CODE

17a. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

CODE

FACILITY CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CODE

TELEPHONE NO.

DUNS:

DUNS+4:

PHONE:

FAX:

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW IS CHECKED

SEE ADDENDUM

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.

ITEM NO.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

QUANTITY

UNIT

UNIT PRICE

AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

ARE

ARE NOT ATTACHED.

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

ARE

ARE NOT ATTACHED

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN _______________

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. ___________________________________ OFFER

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

DATED ________________________________. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED

SET FORTH HEREIN IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (TYPE OR PRINT)

30c. DATE SIGNED

31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (TYPE OR PRINT)

31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

(REV. 2/2012)

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

STANDARD FORM 1449

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

36C78620Q0276

07/10/2020

Eleanor O Bard

07/24/2020

11:59pm

DEPARTMNET OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMINISTRATION

CONTRACT SERVICES

155 Van Gordon Street Suite #510

100

X

561730

$7.5 million

Black Hills National Cemetery

20901 Pleasant Valley Drive

Sturgis, SD 57785

36C786

Department of Veterans Affairs

National Cemetery Administration

Contracting Services

155 Van Gordon Street Suite#510

Lakewood, CO 80228

http://www.tungsten-network.com/customer

-campaigns/veterans-affairs/

1-877-752-0900

Contractor shall provide and apply herbicide and provide onlyerials, transportation

Only fertilizer.

Period of Performance is Date of Award through 365 Calendar

Days with (4) one-year options if exercised.

Contractor Information

DUNS #__________________________________

TAX ID #_________________________________

POC:_____________________________________

Email:____________________________________

This requirement is TIERED EVALUATION SDVOSB-VOSB-SB

X

X

X

1

JOHN M. CARLOCK

Contracting Officer