MODIFICATION
L -- National Training Center Ops Group Mission Support (NTCOGMS)
- Notice Date
- 6/2/2017
- Notice Type
- Modification/Amendment
- NAICS
- 541330
— Engineering Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Army, Army Contracting Command, ACC - Orlando (W900KK), 12211 Science Drive, Orlando, Florida, 32826-3224, United States
- ZIP Code
- 32826-3224
- Solicitation Number
- W900KK-17-R-NTC1
- Point of Contact
- Jason Jerome, Phone: 4072085868
- E-Mail Address
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jason.jerome3.civ@mail.mil
(jason.jerome3.civ@mail.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- The Department of the Army (the Government) ACC - Orlando is seeking industry review and comment on a draft PWS prior to issuance of any formal solicitation. The Government may incorporate into the final version of the PWS any information or comment resulting from this request that is determined to be useful. Draft Performance Work Statement for the CTC Support NTC Fort Irwin California. The Request for Information (RFI) number W900KK-17-R-NTC1 is subject to change prior to solicitation. Responses to this Request for Information (RFI) are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Industry is requested to review the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and provide comments/feedback that will assist the requiring activity in refining its requirement. Respondents should not submit any proprietary information when responding to this RFI. Respondents are encouraged to review the DRAFT PWS, and submit any comments or questions that may be useful for this requirement. All comments/questions will be evaluated and the DRAFT PWS will be amended accordingly to reflect any changes the requiring activity deems necessary to make. BACKGROUND: This will be a fiscal year 2017 requirement to establish a non-personal service contract to provide CTC Support NTC Fort Irwin California. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government. OBJECTIVE: The Government is soliciting industry feedback relative to a future contract effort and its draft performance work statement. The purpose of this RFI is to: 1. Improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, 2. Allow potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, 3. Enhance the Government's ability to obtain quality services at reasonable prices, and 4. Increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. 5. Identification of areas requiring additional explanation, 6. Potential future issues, and/or 7. Areas that could be refined to provide a clearer understanding of the requirement THIS RFI IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. The Government will not return any information submitted in response to this RFI. The Government is not responsible for any costs incurred by respondents regarding any responses to this RFI. This is a tool to receive feedback from industry regarding the DRAFT PWS and data provided. The NAICS for this requirement shall be 541330 Engineering Services The Government is not obligated to and shall not pay for any information received from respondents as a result of this RFI. REQUIREMENT: Refer to the Attached DRAFT PWS for a detailed explanation. A Firm-Fixed-Price Single Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity performance based contract is contemplated for this requirement. Task Orders will be issued and it is anticipated that they will be administered by the same contracting office. The Government foresees the Offerors providing a firm fixed price with their own labor mix for a 12 month base period and four option years. SUBMITTAL INFORMATION: (1) Title of the PWS you are referencing. (2) Company name, address, DUNS number, and a statement regarding current small business status for NAICS Code 541330. (3) What type of technical information along with the PWS would you like to see with a potential solicitation? (4) Provide comments on the clarity in the draft PWS's description of technical areas as well as other types of additional information that would improve understanding or clarity of requirements and terms and conditions. (5) The Government will not honor telephonic responses. Responses to this RFI shall be submitted electronically to Mr. Daniel Pontoriero via e-mail at daniel.o.pontoriero.civ@mail.mil Please reference all e-mail correspondence with the following subject line: Company Name RFI No W900KK-17-R-NTC1. All responses must include the following information: Company Name; Company Address; and Point-of-Contact (POC) name, phone number, and e-mail address. Submissions must be received at the email above no later than 1 November, 2016, 3:00 P.M. (Eastern Standard Time). Questions regarding this notice shall be addressed, via e-mail, to Mr. Daniel Pontoriero (Contract Specialist), at e-mail address: daniel.o.pontoriero.civ@mail.mil. (6) RESULTS INFORMATION: RFI responses will not be returned; neither will Respondents be notified of the Government's evaluation of the information received. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted under this RFI. Please visit the FBO Website at www.fbo.gov for future contract opportunities. Additional Info: Additional documentation Contracting Office Address: Army Contracting Command 12211 Science Drive Orlando, FL, 32826-3224 Point of Contact(s): Daniel Pontoriero 407-384-3827 Added: <input type="hidden" name="dnf_class_values[procurement_notice][description][1][added_on]" value="2016-12-22 15:35:57">Dec 22, 2016 3:35 pm Modified: <input type="hidden" name="dnf_class_values[procurement_notice][description][1][modified_on]" value="2017-06-02 10:44:26">Jun 02, 2017 10:44 am Track Changes INDUSTRY DAY: An Industry Day, for the National Training Center Ops Group Mission Support (NTCOGMS) contract has been scheduled for Wednesday, 8, February 2017 at the National Training Center (NTC) Fort Irwin California location. Personnel will report to building 990 Inner Loop Road. Time at location is 0900 to 1700. 9 February 2016 is an additional day scheduled to accommodate the one on one sessions please see information below. Attendees shall pre-register for the National Training Center (NTC) NTCOGMS Industry Day by providing the following information: 1. Company name 2. Attendees name(s) (LIMIT 2 attendees per firm) 3. Driver's License Number 3. Main Point of Contact (POC), phone number and email address Information shall be provided to Daniel Pontoriero, Contract Specialist - ACC-Orlando, at daniel.o.pontoriero.civ@mail.mil no later than 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on January 18, 2017. On the Subject line you shall put W900KK-17-R-NTC1 Industry Day, Company name. When pre-registering, please indicate your firm's desire to participate in a 25-minute one-on-one session with a 5-minute break which will be scheduled on 8 and 9 February, times TBD. Your company's POC will be notified of your scheduled 25-minute one-on-one session with members of the Government's integrated project team. The one-on-one sessions will be held in person. ******************************************************************************* RESPONSES REQUESTED: The Government is interested in receiving meaningful feedback on the aforementioned Requirements Description. Interested sources that possess the capability and resources to fulfill the Government's requirements must provide the following information: National Training Center Ops Group Mission Support (NTCOGMS) contract industry day questions: • All interested parties must answer small business capability questions (attached). • All interested parties must answer questions 1 thru 16 below • Submit the answers by 27 Jan 2017 by Email: daniel.o.pontoriero.civ@mail.mil o If answers are not submitted by said date you will forfiet your one on one session • Additional question can be asked 1) Contractor Name: Contractor Address: Point of Contact (POC) Information (at least two): POC E-mail addresses: POC Business Number: Company Website: DUNS: CAGE: Interest to Prime or Subcontract: Small Business*, Yes or No?: Type of Small Business*: *Business Size/Type of Small Business as it relates to NAICS 541330 2) Describe the corporate structure and financial capability to meet the needs of the anticipated scope of the requirement, as described in DRAFT PWS 3) Describe any teaming arrangements. 4) If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver capability, address the administrative and management structure of such arrangement. 5) If you expect to be the prime contractor for this effort, discuss how you will meet the requirement, as stated in FAR clause 52.219-14 -- Limitation on Subcontracting, at least 50% of the cost of the contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. 6) How long will it take to acquire the necessary full staff of support and technical personnel? 7) Describe your organizational plan to surge to support short notice training events under the contract. Provide an example where your firm has supported surge capability while maintaining all continuing operations. 8) Has your firm ever been the prime contractor for a similar effort of this complexity, size and scope? If so describe the effort. What was the dollar value? What was the period of performance? 9) Provide a description of skill and knowledge in support of Combat Training Center or similar environment. 10) Provide an example of your experience with Facilities Management at a similar size and scope of this requirement. 11) Describe how you would manage multiple exercise occurring at remote locations at NTC simultaneously. 12) Based on DRAFT PWS, where do your core capabilities exist and for which tasks or elements would you utilize a teaming approach? 13) Describe how you plan to motivate your employees and subcontractors to ensure an exceptional level of performance to NTCOGMS. 14) Identify your employee retention rate during the past 3 years, and describe how your firm will ensure consistent, high quality support for NTCOGMS. 15) Discuss efficiencies (cost/price or other) that could be gained by pursuing either a firm fixed price approach or a fixed price award fee approach. 16) What is your approach with collective bargaining agreements? DISCLAIMER: This notice does not constitute an invitation for bids or a Request for Proposal and is not a commitment by the U.S. Government to procure subject products. All submissions in response to this will be used for PLANNING AND MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. Added: <input type="hidden" name="dnf_class_values[procurement_notice][description][2][added_on]" value="2017-01-23 12:34:19">Jan 23, 2017 12:34 pm Modified: <input type="hidden" name="dnf_class_values[procurement_notice][description][2][modified_on]" value="2017-06-02 10:44:26">Jun 02, 2017 10:44 am Track Changes UPDATE: National Training Center Ops Group Mission Support (NTCOGMS) Industry Day is being Rescheduled: Unexpected changes and additional undefined as of yet requirements supporting NTCOGMS have resulted in the need to postpone the industry day/One-on-Ones. We extend an apology to Vendors and other Government agencies for any inconvenience this event date change may cause. Nevertheless, we encourage Vendors to monitor FBO for new business opportunities. REPLACEMENT DATE FOR INDUSTRY DAY PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 8 and 9, 2017: TBD - When date is firmly established, notice will be provided on this FBO Page/Opportunity. Added: <input type="hidden" name="dnf_class_values[procurement_notice][description][3][added_on]" value="2017-02-07 15:53:15">Feb 07, 2017 3:53 pm Modified: <input type="hidden" name="dnf_class_values[procurement_notice][description][3][modified_on]" value="2017-06-02 10:44:26">Jun 02, 2017 10:44 am Track Changes RESCHEDULED INDUSTRY DAY: An Industry Day, for the National Training Center Ops Group Mission Support (NTCOGMS) contract has been rescheduled for Wednesday 1, March 2017 at the National Training Center (NTC) Fort Irwin California location. Personnel will report to building 990 Inner Loop Road. Time at location is 0900 to 1700. Thursday 2 March 2017 is an additional day scheduled to accommodate the one on one sessions please see information below. ******************************************************************* *Note if you have already submitted required information from original Industry Day announcement resubmittal is not required. ******************************************************************** Attendees shall pre-register for the National Training Center (NTC) CTC Industry Day by providing the following information: 1. Company name 2. Attendees name(s) (LIMIT 2 attendees per firm) 3. Driver's License Number 3. Main Point of Contact (POC), phone number and email address Information shall be provided to Daniel Pontoriero, Contract Specialist - ACC-Orlando, at daniel.o.pontoriero.civ@mail.mil no later than 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 15 February 2017. On the Subject line you shall put W900KK-17-R-NTC1 Industry Day, Company name. When pre-registering, please indicate your firm's desire to participate in a 25-minute one-on-one session with a 5-minute break which will be scheduled on 1 March and 2 March, times TBD. Your company's POC will be notified of your scheduled 25-minute one-on-one session with members of the Government's integrated project team. The one-on-one sessions will be held in person. ******************************************************************************* RESPONSES REQUESTED: The Government is interested in receiving meaningful feedback on the aforementioned Requirements Description. Interested sources that possess the capability and resources to fulfill the Government's requirements must provide the following information: National Training Center Ops Group Mission Support (NTCOGMS) contract industry day questions: • All interested parties must answer small business capability questions (attached). • All interested parties must answer questions 1 thru 16 below • Submit the answers by 17 February 2017 by Email: daniel.o.pontoriero.civ@mail.mil o If answers are not submitted by said date you will forfeit your one on one session • Additional question can be asked 1) Contractor Name: Contractor Address: Point of Contact (POC) Information (at least two): POC E-mail addresses: POC Business Number: Company Website: DUNS: CAGE: Interest to Prime or Subcontract: Small Business*, Yes or No? Type of Small Business*: *Business Size/Type of Small Business as it relates to NAICS 541990 2) Describe the corporate structure and financial capability to meet the needs of the anticipated scope of the requirement, as described in DRAFT PWS 3) Describe any teaming arrangements. 4) If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver capability, address the administrative and management structure of such arrangement. 5) If you expect to be the prime contractor for this effort, discuss how you will meet the requirement, as stated in FAR clause 52.219-14 -- Limitation on Subcontracting, at least 50% of the cost of the contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. 6) How long will it take to acquire the necessary full staff of support and technical personnel? 7) Describe your organizational plan to surge to support short notice training events under the contract. Provide an example where your firm has supported surge capability while maintaining all continuing operations. 8) Has your firm ever been the prime contractor for a similar effort of this complexity, size and scope? If so describe the effort. What was the dollar value? What was the period of performance? 9) Provide a description of skill and knowledge in support of Combat Training Center or similar environment. 10) Provide an example of your experience with Facilities Management at a similar size and scope of this requirement. 11) Describe how you would manage multiple exercise occurring at remote locations at NTC simultaneously. 12) Based on DRAFT PWS, where do your core capabilities exist and for which tasks or elements would you utilize a teaming approach? 13) Describe how you plan to motivate your employees and subcontractors to ensure an exceptional level of performance to NTCOGMS. 14) Identify your employee retention rate during the past 3 years, and describe how your firm will ensure consistent, high quality support for NTCOGMS. 15) Discuss efficiencies (cost/price or other) that could be gained by pursuing either a firm fixed price approach or a fixed price award fee approach. 16) What is your approach with collective bargaining agreements? DISCLAIMER: This notice does not constitute an invitation for bids or a Request for Proposal and is not a commitment by the U.S. Government to procure subject products. All submissions in response to this will be used for PLANNING AND MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. **Updated RFI Information on 2 June 2017*** This update is to provide industry time to submit a new or updated response to the change of NAICS to 541330, Engineering Services for the NTC Mission Support effort. New and updated responses are encouraged to update the interested parties list. Please review the draft PWS, and respond addressing experience with: 1. Large service contracts under the updated NAICS 541330 2. Experience providing / managing services dealing with live fire ranges 3. After Action Review production and compilation of life fire and complex training events 4. Army Combat Training Center or similar complicity experience 5. Experience with successfully administering California Labor regulations and Collective bargaining Agreement administration 6. Any potential teaming arrangements or risk mitigation plans / methods for lack of experience or skill sets Construct responses to provide factual information with quantitative data that identifies specific items such as :Contract types / amounts / NAICS / and location of performance. Marketing or vague capabilities pamphlets will not constitute a response. Please respond prior to 16 June 2017. If there are any questions please call or email the Contract Specialist jason.jerome3.civ@mail.mil.
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- Address: U.S. Army National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, United States
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