SOLICITATION NOTICE
V -- Jet Transportation for the Dept of the Navy, Norfolk NAS VA
- Notice Date
- 8/23/2005
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 481111
— Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Air Mobility Command, HQ AMC/A34Y Contract Airlift, 402 Scott Drive Unit 3A1, Scott AFB, IL, 62225-5302
- ZIP Code
- 62225-5302
- Solicitation Number
- FA4428-95-Q-0003
- Response Due
- 9/2/2005
- Archive Date
- 9/17/2005
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemental with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued. Reference Number FA4428-05-Q-0003 must be referenced in your response. Due to the urgency of this requirement, only DOD-approved carriers may respond to this RFQ. This document incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-05. The NAICS code is 481211. If remittance address is different, put such address in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR). Payment to the Contractor by the Government for services performed and accepted pursuant to the terms of the purchase order shall be in accordance with the applicable prices set forth in the schedule. Performance of the purchase order shall begin at date of award and continues through 30 Jun 06 unless terminated or cancelled sooner under the provisions of this contract or unless extended pursuant to FAR 52.217-8. Pricing is requested as follows: 0001 - DEDICATED AIR TRANSPORTATION AT NORFOLK NAS, VA IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS). Qty: 9, Unit: MO, Unit Price: $___________, Amount: $____________ 0002 - HOURLY RATE Qty: Maximum-540, Unit: HR, Unit Price: $_________, Amount: $_________ 0003 ? REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES. THE TOTAL ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES (LANDING FEES, FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION TAXES, SATCOM CALLS,RON) WILL BE REIMBURSED AT COST. CONTRACT CLAUSES ? 1. ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS ? COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2003) Paragraph (a) entitled ?Inspection/Acceptance? is tailored to read: ?The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. When the nonconforming services cannot be corrected by reperformance, the Government may (1) Require the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements; and (2) Reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed. If the contractor fails to promptly perform acceptable services or to take the necessary action to ensure future performance is in conformity with contract requirements, the Government may by contract or otherwise, perform the services and charge to the Contractor any cost incurred by the Government that is directly related to the performance of such service.? Paragraph (f) entitled ?Excusable Delays? is tailored to include the following: ?In the event of an excusable delay, management must make every effort to mitigate the effects of the delay and perform in accordance with the schedules established pursuant to the purchase order.? Paragraph (g) entitled ?Invoice?, subparagraph (1)(iv), is tailored to read: ?Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended price of the item delivered; (Note: for certain CLINS as specified in the contract, the contractor shall round invoiced amounts to the nearest whole dollar amount). 2. FAR 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2005) applies. AMCFARS 5352.247-1000 AIR SAFETY (DEC 2002), AMCFARS 5352.247-1001 REQUIREMENT FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENGAGE IN AIR TRANSPORTATION (DEC 2002) AND ALTERNATE I (DEC 2002) AND ALTERNATE II (AUG 1999), and AMCFARS 5352.247-1002 CONTRACTOR?S FAILURE TO PROVIDE SERVICE (OCT 1994) AND ALTERNATE II (AUG 1999) also apply. The full text of these AMCFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at this address: http://farsite.hill.af.mil/. A copy of the performance work statement is available from the contracting officer, however, the specific tasks and special requirements are stated as follows: 1.1. Except as otherwise stated in this contract, the contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision and other items and services necessary to perform fixed wing executive transportation as defined in this contract. The aircraft will be dedicated to provide services for Naval Flag Officers, General Officers from the other services, and Foreign Liaison Officers approved by the CNO, as well as authorized civilian VIPS. Aircraft must meet the requirements as set forth in FAR Part 135 for fixed wing executive commercial air passenger transportation. 1.2. SPECIFIC TASKS. 1.2.1. The contractor shall provide fixed wing executive transportation services for a minimum of 12 passengers with industry standard business class equivalent seats, and not more than 25 pounds of baggage per passenger. Such services shall be supplied day and night Monday through Friday with a 24 hour schedule notice. Weekend and holiday missions must be scheduled with the contractor 48 hours prior to scheduled departure time. Passenger pick-up will be at the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) facility located at Norfolk International Airport, Norfolk VA. It is anticipated the flight will carry military VIPs and government personnel as directed by the Contracting Officer?s Representative (COR). See Paragraphs 1.2.4 and 1.2.5 below. 1.2.2. The contractor will provide the COR with the name and telephone number of an agent who will serve as the liaison between the contractor and the flight scheduler. The agent must have authority to dispatch aircraft, adjust schedules, engage substitute aircraft and make decisions pertinent to the airlift service in the name of the contractor. An agent must be available by telephone 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.1.2.4. Operating Hours. 1.2.4.1. Business day and evening flights will be scheduled 24 hours in advance. 1.2.4.2. Weekend and holiday services will be scheduled 48 hours prior to commencement of event. 1.2.5. Destinations. Flights will normally originate from the FOB terminal at Norfolk International Airport, however some flights could originate from alternate locations. Aircraft shall arrive at the departure airport 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Flights shall be conducted primarily between CONUS military and/or civilian locations, but may also be required to service OCONUS locations such as Cuba, Peru, and Hawaii.1.2.7. The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining landing permits/licenses for Air Force bases, Navy and Marine Corps air station, and Army installations from central authorities for each military service, as well as civilian and international locations. See PWS paragraph 3.7. 1.2.8. At each departure location, the contractor shall ensure an accurate passenger manifest is left with appropriate airfield authorities, i.e., VIP Escort Officer, military air operations or civilian FBO personnel. The passenger manifest will be prepared by the COR or Program Manager (PM) and will be sent to the contractor via the internet or fax. 1.2.9. Special Requirements. 1.2.9.1 Aircraft will have a minimum range of 2800 miles (non-stop coast to coast).1.2.9.2. Aircraft will have a minimum cruise speed of 450 kts.1.2.9.3. Aircraft shall have a means to determine flight time. 1.2.8.4. A cabin steward will be provided to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.1.2.9.5. The seats in the aircraft will be business class equivalent seats and have capability to control lighting from each seat location, and provide a lap table for each occupant to conduct work.1.2.9.6. Phone Services. A STU III and non-secure phone will be provided on each flight. The STU III will tie into the existing phone system. 1.2.9.7. The contractor shall provide hot and cold beverages, as well as meals commensurate with airline Business Class equivalent.1.2.9.8. A Radar Altimeter (RADALT) with associated audio and visual alarms for height over ground is required.1.2.9.9. An emergency egress plan prepared in accordance with Federal Aviation Agency standards is required.1.2.9.10. The contractor shall be required to conduct day and night flight operations under Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) or Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). The aircraft shall be capable of operating alone or in conjunction with other commercial, public, or military aircraft.1.2.9.11. Aircraft shall be capable of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) to include flight time to a divert field.1.2.9.11. Satellite TV, if already available on the aircraft (optional).1.2.10. Maintenance. 1.2.10.1. The COR shall be notified 72 hours prior to any planned maintenance action that will take the aircraft out of service. Maintenance requirements shall not disrupt scheduled flight events. 1.2.10.2. Before the start of each flight day, all maintenance deficiencies shall be corrected or deferred. The contractor will notify the COR of any changes to the aircraft if it affects the VIP passenger cabin area capabilities. This will be annotated on the flight schedule. 1.2.10.3. All functional maintenance test flights shall be performed at the Contractor?s expense. Functional test flights will be coordinated with the COR.2. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES. 2.1. The Government shall provide necessary badges and security passes for entry on the assigned military bases. 2.2. STU III device.2.3 Fuel. Purchase of petroleum products by the contractor at any military base for use in performing services hereunder shall be in accordance with DoD 4140.25M and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 51. If available, petroleum products will be furnished to the contractor at the Defense Energy Support Center (DESC) standard price. A fuel purchase agreement with DESC is required for credit sales. Contact DESC, Fuels Branch, telephone (210) 925-4887.2.4. VR-1 flight scheduler will have primary scheduling responsibility and will work in conjunction with the CFFC flight scheduler, to coordinate landing permissions and diplomatic clearance requests.3. GENERAL INFORMATION.3.1. PERSONNEL. 3.1.2. The contractor personnel shall comply with all pertinent military regulations and/or directives when in base flight patterns and when contractor personnel are operating on military bases. Regulations can be obtained from the Airfield Operations Manager on military installations. 3.1.3. Key personnel are defined as those listed below. After award, the Contractor shall submit the names of the key personnel and telephone numbers to the Contracting Officer and COR. Any changes in key personnel or telephone numbers will be submitted to the Contracting Officer and COR in writing. Program Manager , Pilots and aircrew, Chief test pilot, Schedules Officer and Training Coordinator Wage Determination No. 1995-0222, Revision No. 19, dated 07/07/2005 applies and a copy can be obtained from the point of contact below. Interested carriers shall include a List of Aircraft that contains the following information for each aircraft: Type Aircraft, Tail Number, Empty Weight, and Maximum Gross Take-Off Weight. Interested carriers shall also indicate which of the locations they are able to provide air ambulance service from/to. Offer will not be considered unless the offeror is an air taxi operator within the meaning of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 (19 USC 1301) as amended. To be awarded a contract under this solicitation, prospective offerors must satisfy all DOD Commercial Air Carrier Quality and Safety Requirements as described in 32 CFR, Part 861.4, and the DOD Additional Standards for Contract Passenger Operations under FAR Part 135. These requirements exceed the FAA Part 135 standards in several areas. For additional information, contact HQ AMC/A34B at (618) 229-4801, or go to website http://public.amc.af.mil/business/a34b/default.aspx. Be advised that all interested parties must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database in order to receive a contract award. If you are not registered, you may request an application via 888-227-2423 or go to website https://www.bpn.gov/CCR/scripts/index.html. Small business links are as follows: The AMC public information web site and the AMC Small Business Specialist http://public.amc.af.mil/business/business.htm, USAF Small Business Specialist (http://www.selltoairforce.org), and Small Business Administration (http://www.sba.gov). Interested carriers must have 12 months of Continuous Service providing service. Additional Standards for Department of Defense (DOD) Contract Aircraft Operations Under Part 135 (Noncommuter)(Passenger) apply and a copy can be obtained from the point of contact below. For a complete copy of the Statement of Work a copy can be obtained from the point of contact below. All requests must be received electronically. Responses to this notice must be received no later than 2:00 PM CT, 02 Sep 05 at the following address: HQ AMC/A34YAS, 402 Scott Drive Unit 3A1, Scott AFB, IL 62225-5302, or respond via e-mail address Jere.Gainey@scott.af.mil. The point of contact for this action is Jere Gainey, HQ AMC/A34YAS, (618) 229-2483, or e-mail address previously stated. All responsible sources may submit a proposal, which shall be considered by the agency.
- Place of Performance
- Address: Norfolk NAS VA, CONUS, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and Peru
- Zip Code: 23511
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 23511
- Record
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