Translation/Interpretation Services in Support of Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. THIS SOLICITATION IS SUBJECT TO THE ROBERT T. STAFFORD DISASTER RELIEF AND EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE ACT (42 U.S.C.5121, et seq.).
ONLY OFFERS FROM VENDORS LICENSED IN PUERTO RICO WILL BE CONSIDERED ACCEPTABLE IAW FAR 6.208.

The solicitation number and a statement that the solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ)

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-94.

Set Aside, NAICS Code & Size Standard: This solicitation is set-aside for Small Business. The NAICS Code 541930 and the applicable size standard is $7.5M.

A list of contract line item number(s) and items, quantities and units of measure: Please see attached quote schedule beginning on page 4.

Description of requirements for the items to be acquired: This requirement is to perform interpreter services for the Corps of Engineers Recovery Field Office, Puerto Rico, Area of Responsibility in accordance with the PWS.

Date(s) and place(s) of delivery/acceptance and FOB point:

CLIN 0001 will have a period of performance of 2 months with three one month option CLINs.

The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition and a statement regarding any addenda to the provision. Offerors are also required to submit a completed copy of the Request for Quotation cover page on page 1_, and a completed copy of the pricing schedule beginning on page 4.

The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items, is not applicable to this solicitation. Award will be made solely on price.

Offerors are required to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3 Alt I, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its quote.

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

The clause at 52.212-5 (Deviation), Contract Terms and Conditions Required To
Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Please see the Clauses Incorporated by Reference section for additional FAR Clauses applicable to this acquisition.

No site visit will be scheduled for this requirement. Offerors are encouraged to visit the installation area to ensure a clear understanding of the scope of work.

The nominated Contracting Specialist, Elizabeth Kelley, at Elizabeth.j.kelley2@usace.army.mil for questions pertaining to the PWS.

Quotes are due on 23 March 2018 at 2:00 pm local Puerto Rico time.
Email submission of quotations is required. Quotes are preferred to be provided in pdf format.

Required Documents to Submit
1.Request for Quotation cover page (signed)
2.Completed (filled in) Provisions and Clauses as applicable
3.Quote Schedule with unit prices and total prices
4.Signed Amendments (if applicable) EMAIL: Elizabeth.j.kelley2@usace.army.mil

If you have any questions regarding this solicitation, please contact Elizabeth Kelley at 817-886-1044 or submit an email to the email above.
SEE ATTACHED SOLICITATION PACKAGE.