Training and meeting services

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12 and 13, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.

Synopsis/Solicitation N0017819R1600 is issued as a Request for Notice. The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation.

This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside.

The Government intends to award a sole source Blank Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for the procurement of Training, Meeting, & Collaboration Facilities Spaces and Support with University of Mary Washington, 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401-5300 for services identified in the attached Statement of Work, in accordance with Simplified Acquisition procedures, FAR Part 13. Please note that a BPA is not a contract. A BPA is a streamlined method for acquiring services on an as-needed basis from qualified sources that are readily available and thus eliminate the need for repetitive costly re-procurements. There is no minimum or maximum guaranteed quantity. All calls/orders must be acknowledged by the selected vendor in order to be retained on the BPA calling list. The Government will not be issuing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) because this notice will result in a sole source BPA.

Individual call orders will identify specific requirements and technical points of contact and will NOT be competed based on the appropriate NAICS code. Individual call orders shall not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold of $250,000. A sole source BPA may be issued for a five-year period.

The Government will not be issuing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) because this notice will result in a BPA. In addition, the Government does not intend to pay for any information provided under this notice. The Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this notice.

The Government reserves the right to periodically solicit additional offers to add new vendors to the calling list. Additionally, vendors will continuously be rated based on performance quality. Vendor acceptance/reject data will be collected from receiving inspection. Calculation percentage for acceptance is equal to total calendar year vendor acceptances divided by total calendar year vendor receipts. Criteria for removal will be if less than a 60% acceptance rate is maintained for a period of more than three (3) purchases or more than one quarter (whichever is greater) before being recommended for removal. The vendor must demonstrate improvement if the acceptance rate is between 60-80%. A qualified performer will maintain an 80% or higher acceptance rate.

BPAs will be issued on the basis of technical capability and past performance. Companies must submit a brief capabilities statement package (no more than 5 pages in length, single spaced, single sided, 12 point font minimum) demonstrating eligibility and a minimum of three (3) past performance references. References should include name of business, address, and telephone number, point of contact, contract/purchase order number, and item description. Past performance will be evaluated based upon quality and timeliness of delivery. The government reserves the right to use additional past performance references if necessary.

SUBMISSION OF CAPABILITY PACKAGES: This documentation should address, at a minimum, your companies' ability to perform all the requirements as outlined in the attached statement of work.

Interested parties are requested to provide their Cage Code and DUNS numbers for verification of inclusion in the System for Award Management (SAM) - https://www.SAM.gov. Responsibility determinations will also precede issuance of a BPA and will be conducted in accordance with FAR 9.104. Interested parties are encouraged to address the seven elements of responsibility contained in FAR 9.104 and to complete FAR Clause 52.219-1.

FAILURE TO SUPPLY THE REQUESTED INFORMATION WILL AFFECT YOUR ABILITY TO BE AWARDED A BPA.

The government will utilize Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) in compliance with DFARS 252.232-7003.

The applicable NAICS code is 611310, size standard $27,500.000. The principal place of performance is the vendor's location.

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, and historical data which shall be considered by the agency.

All BPA calls/orders shall be issued on a firm fixed price basis. Companies interested in receiving a BPA shall submit the requested documentation no later than 21 December 2018 to the attention of Doritha Newman, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, 6146 Tisdale Road, Suite 100 Building 183, Dahlgren, VA 22448-5158 or via email to: doritha.newman@navy.mil.

In order to be eligible for BPA, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

Responses or questions concerning this announcement should reference synopsis number N0017819R1600 and should be directed to POC at (540) 653-7078 or to: doritha.newman@navy.mil.

Attachments -

-Statement of Work

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