Technical Instruction Services for "Basic Clandestine Laboratory" Courses

Added: Aug 20, 2015 11:39 am

Question A: Several vendors have submitted questions concerning the seven (7) USPFO Iowa solicitations for Technical Instruction Services, specifically regarding the type of solicitation forms and related submission requirements for each course.  Due to the number of questions submitted for the same topic, this explanation is provided for all of the solicitations.

Answer A: Based on the subject matter of each course, some courses have been determined to be "commercial" while others have been determined to be "non-commercial." Commercial courses are solicited with combined synopsis/solicitations with appropriate commercial provisions and clauses.    Non-commercial courses are solicited on SF33 with appropriate non-commercial provisions and clauses.  The solicitation numbers and solicitation types are listed below, along with instructions to open attachments. 

Solicitation Number, Course Name, and Solicitation Type:
W912LP15R0001, Basic Clandestine Lab Safety Training, SF33
W912LP15R0002, Undercover Narcotics Operations, SF33
W912LP15R0003, Methamphetamine Investigations, SF33
W912LP15R0004, Interview Techniques for Roadside Interdiction Operations, SF33
W912LP15R0005, Narcotics Related Financial Investigation, Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
W912LP15R0006, Interview and Interrogation for Drug Investigations, Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
W912LP15R0007, Transnational Gang Identification and Interdiction, Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Question B: Will the government also consider video recording the sessions using a Learning Management System (LMS) that allows live streaming video access?
Answer: B: The classes are required to be presented in person.

W912LP-15-R-0002 ("Undercover Narcotics Operations" Course Technical Instruction Services)

Q1: Am I per mitted to use a two-week time frame?
A1: No; as the Performance Work Statement (PWS) states, we are requesting a course that is approximately 20 hours of instruction.

W912LP-15-R-0003 ("Methamphetamine Investigations" Course Technical Instruction Services)

Q1: With regard to travel, how should we price the location for the courses? It states there is a requirement for all 50 states and some overseas locations?
A1: In the base period, classes will be conducted within the continental United States (CONUS); with highest likelihood being Johnston, IA and one of the southwestern states such as NM, TX, OK or AZ. In the option periods, most classes will be conducted within CONUS, but there is a possibility of a few classes being conducted OCONUS. The most likely OCONUS locations would be U.S. states or territories, but there is the potential for classes in other locations worldwide.

W912LP-15-R-0004 ("Roadside Interdiction Operations" Course Technical Instruction Services)

Q1: Regarding the PWS Course Content Question #5b. "the instructor shall measure the effectiveness of the students' ability to demonstrate correct vehicle search techniques, with minor coaching." Was this added to this PWS by mistake?
A1: No, the statement is not added by mistake.  The statement is intended to ensure the instructor will evaluate and provide constructive feedback/coaching to students as they perform practical exercises and/or video analysis of vehicle search techniques.

Added: Jul 15, 2015 2:57 pm Modified: Aug 17, 2015 5:06 pmTrack Changes ***NEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS PROVIDED BELOW!!!***

The Iowa Army National Guard's (IARNG) Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC) has a requirement for Technical Instruction Services for a Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Training course. The IARNG anticipates award on or about 3 September 2015. Initial award will be for two (2) iterations of the course between award and 30 September 2015; with four (4) options for 10 additional iterations each year at dates and locations to be determined. Final option period will not exceed 30 September 2019. The requested course is required to provide a five-day, 40-hour block of instruction to law enforcement officers. The course shall be designed to provide law enforcement officers with the knowledge and capabilities to perform activities related to seizure and field investigation of clandestine laboratories. Law Enforcement officers are potentially exposed to a multitude of serious and potentially life threatening toxicological, chemical and physical hazards (in addition to suspect encounter hazards). The protection of officer/investigator health and safety mandates the development of individual agency clandestine laboratory safety programs designed to address such hazards. To ensure the continued success of interagency and task force efforts nationwide, training programs should be equivalent in scope and content to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) Clandestine Laboratory Safety Certification program. Critical to the success of a training program on clandestine laboratory safety is the adoption of currently developed and recognized standards, procedures, and training curricula. ****NEW INFORMATION ADDED***The project will be a SB Set-Aside, the NAICS Code is 611519 with a size standard of $15,000,000.00. Interested offerors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM). To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. You will need your DUNS number to register. Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation will be issued on or about 30 July 2015. The solicitation and associated information will be available from the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website on-line at https://www.fbo.gov. All inquiries must be in writing, via email to the persons specified in this announcement or in the solicitation. All answers will be provided in writing via posting to the web.

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Q1:Referring to the Submission Requirements for Training Materials, specifically the statement quote mark *For security & proprietary purposes, all submitted materials will be retained by the USPFO P&C Office. quote mark Will the government consider revising these clauses to reflect that all curriculums and teaching methodology be reviewed by the CO or COR within a reasonable time before the course and the material remain quote mark Corporate Propriety quote mark ?
A1: The Government is requesting submission of training materials solely for evaluation purposes. Submitted materials will be retained by the USPFO P&C Office and the materials will remain quote mark corporate proprietary. quote mark
Q2: How do you submit pricing on the SF33-Solicitation, Offer and Award Document?
A2: In Section B - Supplies or Services Prices, beginning on page 3 of 49, insert your firm-fixed, all-inclusive unit price (price per iteration) in the quote mark Unit Price quote mark field, then the total amount (unit price multiplied by the quantity) in the quote mark AMOUNT quote mark field, then transfer that amount to the quote mark NET AMT quote mark field.
Q3: How many copies of our proposal do we need to submit?
A3: Submit an original plus two (2) copies of your proposal, including all attachments.
Q4: Which pages of the SF33 do we actually need to complete and submit?
A4: Pages 1 (Blocks 12-18); pages 3-11 (pricing); pages 34-40, complete all representations and certifications (only need to be returned if not completed within SAM profile); Exhibits A-B, (Past Performance Questionnaire Cover Letter & Past Performance Questionnaire must be completed by your references).
Q5: I noticed the solicitation requires a copy of our PowerPoint presentation and videos. I think that the file may be too large to send online. Can I mail the PowerPoint and videos to you at the mailing address provided in the solicitation? Also, can the solicitation pages and proposal be mailed or does that need to be uploaded and submitted online?
A5: Yes, the slides, videos, solicitation pages and proposal may be mailed to the address provided in the solicitation, SF33, Block 7.
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QUESTION & ANSWER:
W912LP-15-R-0001 - Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Course
Q1: Are these new efforts or were there contractors that previously fulfilled similar services in the past? If the latter, could you provide: contractor names, contract #s?
A1: There is no current contract for this service, and therefore no incumbent. The service was last awarded to Network Environmental Systems, Incorporated on contract number W912LP-10-P-0008.
Q2: When could we expect to see the release of the solicitation for this effort?
A2: The solicitation will be posted on or about 30 July 2015.
Q3: Does the use of the word quote mark iteration quote mark indicate an instance of stand-up training?
A3: quote mark Iteration quote mark refers to the quote mark number of times quote mark the course will be presented (within the period of performance).
Q4: Does courseware already exist for instructors to teach from?
A4: No.
Q5: If courseware does exist, are instructors required to update courseware if materials are out-of-date?
A5: No.

Added: Jul 15, 2015 2:57 pm Modified: Jul 27, 2015 10:54 amTrack Changes ***NEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS PROVIDED BELOW!!!***

The Iowa Army National Guard's (IARNG) Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC) has a requirement for Technical Instruction Services for a Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Training course. The IARNG anticipates award on or about 3 September 2015. Initial award will be for two (2) iterations of the course between award and 30 September 2015; with four (4) options for 10 additional iterations each year at dates and locations to be determined. Final option period will not exceed 30 September 2019. The requested course is required to provide a five-day, 40-hour block of instruction to law enforcement officers. The course shall be designed to provide law enforcement officers with the knowledge and capabilities to perform activities related to seizure and field investigation of clandestine laboratories. Law Enforcement officers are potentially exposed to a multitude of serious and potentially life threatening toxicological, chemical and physical hazards (in addition to suspect encounter hazards). The protection of officer/investigator health and safety mandates the development of individual agency clandestine laboratory safety programs designed to address such hazards. To ensure the continued success of interagency and task force efforts nationwide, training programs should be equivalent in scope and content to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) Clandestine Laboratory Safety Certification program. Critical to the success of a training program on clandestine laboratory safety is the adoption of currently developed and recognized standards, procedures, and training curricula. ****NEW INFORMATION ADDED***The project will be a SB Set-Aside, the NAICS Code is 611519 with a size standard of $15,000,000.00. Interested offerors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM). To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. You will need your DUNS number to register. Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation will be issued on or about 30 July 2015. The solicitation and associated information will be available from the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website on-line at https://www.fbo.gov. All inquiries must be in writing, via email to the persons specified in this announcement or in the solicitation. All answers will be provided in writing via posting to the web.

QUESTION & ANSWER:
W912LP-15-R-0001 - Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Course
Q1: Are these new efforts or were there contractors that previously fulfilled similar services in the past? If the latter, could you provide: contractor names, contract #s?
A1: There is no current contract for this service, and therefore no incumbent. The service was last awarded to Network Environmental Systems, Incorporated on contract number W912LP-10-P-0008.
Q2: When could we expect to see the release of the solicitation for this effort?
A2: The solicitation will be posted on or about 30 July 2015.
Q3: Does the use of the word quote mark iteration quote mark indicate an instance of stand-up training?
A3: quote mark Iteration quote mark refers to the quote mark number of times quote mark the course will be presented (within the period of performance).
Q4: Does courseware already exist for instructors to teach from?
A4: No.
Q5: If courseware does exist, are instructors required to update courseware if materials are out-of-date?
A5: No.

Added: Jul 15, 2015 2:57 pm Modified: Jul 24, 2015 1:50 pmTrack Changes ***QUESTIONS & ANSWERS & MORE SYNOPSIS INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW!!!***

The Iowa Army National Guard's (IARNG) Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC) has a requirement for Technical Instruction Services for a Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Training course. The IARNG anticipates award on or about 3 September 2015. Initial award will be for two (2) iterations of the course between award and 30 September 2015; with four (4) options for 10 additional iterations each year at dates and locations to be determined. Final option period will not exceed 30 September 2019. The requested course is required to provide a five-day, 40-hour block of instruction to law enforcement officers. The course shall be designed to provide law enforcement officers with the knowledge and capabilities to perform activities related to seizure and field investigation of clandestine laboratories. Law Enforcement officers are potentially exposed to a multitude of serious and potentially life threatening toxicological, chemical and physical hazards (in addition to suspect encounter hazards). The protection of officer/investigator health and safety mandates the development of individual agency clandestine laboratory safety programs designed to address such hazards. To ensure the continued success of interagency and task force efforts nationwide, training programs should be equivalent in scope and content to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) Clandestine Laboratory Safety Certification program. Critical to the success of a training program on clandestine laboratory safety is the adoption of currently developed and recognized standards, procedures, and training curricula. ****NEW INFORMATION ADDED***The project will be a SB Set-Aside, the NAICS Code is 611519 with a size standard of $15,000,000.00. Interested offerors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM). To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. You will need your DUNS number to register. Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation will be issued on or about 30 July 2015. The solicitation and associated information will be available from the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website on-line at https://www.fbo.gov. All inquiries must be in writing, via email to the persons specified in this announcement or in the solicitation. All answers will be provided in writing via posting to the web.

QUESTION & ANSWER:
W912LP-15-R-0001 - Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Course
Q1: Are these new efforts or were there contractors that previously fulfilled similar services in the past? If the latter, could you provide: contractor names, contract #s?
A1: There is no current contract for this service, and therefore no incumbent. The service was last awarded to Network Environmental Systems, Incorporated on contract number W912LP-10-P-0008.
Q2: When could we expect to see the release of the solicitation for this effort?
A2: The solicitation will be posted on or about 30 July 2015.

Added: Jul 15, 2015 2:57 pm Modified: Jul 16, 2015 5:37 pmTrack Changes ****QUESTION & ANSWER ADDED at the end!!!****

The Iowa Army National Guard's (IARNG) Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC) has a requirement for Technical Instruction Services for a Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Training course. The IARNG anticipates award on or about 3 September 2015. Initial award will be for two (2) iterations of the course between award and 30 September 2015; with four (4) options for 10 additional iterations each year at dates and locations to be determined. Final option period will not exceed 30 September 2019. The requested course is required to provide a five-day, 40-hour block of instruction to law enforcement officers. The course shall be designed to provide law enforcement officers with the knowledge and capabilities to perform activities related to seizure and field investigation of clandestine laboratories. Law Enforcement officers are potentially exposed to a multitude of serious and potentially life threatening toxicological, chemical and physical hazards (in addition to suspect encounter hazards). The protection of officer/investigator health and safety mandates the development of individual agency clandestine laboratory safety programs designed to address such hazards. To ensure the continued success of interagency and task force efforts nationwide, training programs should be equivalent in scope and content to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) Clandestine Laboratory Safety Certification program. Critical to the success of a training program on clandestine laboratory safety is the adoption of currently developed and recognized standards, procedures, and training curricula.

QUESTION & ANSWER:
W912LP-15-R-0001 - Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Course
Q1: Are these new efforts or were there contractors that previously fulfilled similar services in the past? If the latter, could you provide: contractor names, contract #s?
A1: There is no current contract for this service, and therefore no incumbent. The service was last awarded to Network Environmental Systems, Incorporated on contract number W912LP-10-P-0008.

Added: Jul 15, 2015 2:57 pm The Iowa Army National Guard's (IARNG) Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC) has a requirement for Technical Instruction Services for a Basic Clandestine Laboratory Safety Training course. The IARNG anticipates award on or about 3 September 2015. Initial award will be for two (2) iterations of the course between award and 30 September 2015; with four (4) options for 10 additional iterations each year at dates and locations to be determined. Final option period will not exceed 30 September 2019. The requested course is required to provide a five-day, 40-hour block of instruction to law enforcement officers. The course shall be designed to provide law enforcement officers with the knowledge and capabilities to perform activities related to seizure and field investigation of clandestine laboratories. Law Enforcement officers are potentially exposed to a multitude of serious and potentially life threatening toxicological, chemical and physical hazards (in addition to suspect encounter hazards). The protection of officer/investigator health and safety mandates the development of individual agency clandestine laboratory safety programs designed to address such hazards. To ensure the continued success of interagency and task force efforts nationwide, training programs should be equivalent in scope and content to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) Clandestine Laboratory Safety Certification program. Critical to the success of a training program on clandestine laboratory safety is the adoption of currently developed and recognized standards, procedures, and training curricula.