SOLICITATION NOTICE
99 -- SAGA Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site139 Saint-Gaudens RoadCornish, NH 03745Requirement: Documentary Film Project
- Notice Date
- 11/22/2011
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- NER - NPNH MABO - National Parks of New York Harbor MABO 210 New York Avenue Staten Island NY 10305
- ZIP Code
- 10305
- Solicitation Number
- P12PS22092
- Response Due
- 12/2/2011
- Archive Date
- 11/21/2012
- Point of Contact
- Lori A. Achkar Contract Specialist 7183544715 Lori_Achkar@nps.gov;
- E-Mail Address
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Point of Contact above, or if none listed, contact the IDEAS EC HELP DESK for assistance
(EC_helpdesk@NBC.GOV)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- (i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) This RFQ and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-54. (iii) This solicitation is a total small business set-aside NAICS 512191, Teleproduction and Other Post Production Services, with a small business size standard of $29.5 Million. The National Park Service encourages the participation of small, disadvantaged, and women-owned businesses. (iv) The Government intends to issue a firm-fixed price contract to the responsible offeror whose total offer represents the best value for the Government, price and technical factors considered. SAGA Saint Gaudents National Historical Site, 139 Saint-Gaudents Road, Cornish, NH 03745 has a requirement/need to produce a 15 minute high definition film, in 16x9 aspect ratio, to be shown to visitors at Sait-Gaudents National Historic Site. The film will serve as a concise biographical orientation to the life and artwork of Augustus Saint-Gaudents (1848-1907). The park has the rights to all existing high definition footage, including outtakes utilized in the production of the 2007 documentary "Augustus Saint-Gaudents: Master of American Sculpture" from which this 15 minute film will be cut. Also included in the requirement is optional work, for the production of additional film footage to supplement existing footage, if the existing footage is deemed unusable. Please refer to the attached Contract Bid Schedule and Statement of Work for deliverables and detailed specifications. (v) LOCATION: SAGA Saint Gaudents National Historical Site, 139 Saint-Gaudents Road, Cornish, NH 03745. (vi) SCHEDULE of SUBMISSIONS: Three (3) invoices may be submitted, after successful milestone completion (see Statement of Work for milestones). (vii) SCHEDULE: The period of performance will be January 2, 2012 - May 7, 2012. (viii) DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: Offerors must include all items (and sub-items) listed below in their quotation package. Failure to do so may render the bid non-responsive.1.Qualifications and experience of bidder and/or each individual contributor, to include:a.Written descriptions revealing at least three to five, full years of professional experience producing or editing high quality films, at least 10 minutes in length, and of a similar nature to a historical documentary for public viewing. Limit 3 pages. b.Resumes of individual contributors showing demonstrable experience developing scripts, storyboards, and directing a musical soundtract on a film. 2.A minimum of 2 sample films, in DVD High Definition format, including written descriptions of the content of the films. One sample needs to be of a historical genre.3.Contact information for 3 references, where the bidder has edited and produced narration films. Contact information shall include business name, physical address, mailing address, and contact person for the client, including phone number, email address, type and time frame of service. These contacts must be clients for whom the bidder has provided similar services. The clients must be satisfied with the services and products provided by the bidder in order to be considered.4.Written proposal that demonstrates a clear, comprehensive understanding of the proposed project's purpose, and addresses all items in the scope of work. This proposal must be at least 2 pages and include a written description of the bidder's general approach or method for completing this project. 5.Price proposal, using the attached Contract Bid Schedule. 6.Proposed schedule: the schedule must describe tasks and duration, and provide a realistic representation of the project requirements and time for review.7.Proof of CCR registration.8.Name, phone number, and address of your point of contact. (ix) The Government contemplates the award of a single purchase order on a "Best Value" basis. A technically acceptable business will meet or exceed the following criteria:1.The offeror shall demonstrate at least three (3) to five (5) years of successfully completing films at least 10 minutes in length, of a documentary nature for public viewing.2.The offeror shall have successfully completed at least one edited film reflecting a historical genre, accompanied by narration and music.3.The offeror shall demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the proposed project's purpose.4.The offeror shall provide a detailed schedule that meets the May 7, 2012 deadline. (xii)Relative Importance of Evaluation Factors:1.Technical factors are listed in descending order of importance.2.All evaluation factors, other than cost or price, when combined, are approximately equal to price. (xiii) Written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. (xiv) FAR provisions/clauses listed below apply. This information is available on the Internet at http://www.acquisition.gov/far: FAR 52.227-17, Rights in Data - Special Works; FAR 52.246-20, Warranty of Services; FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items; 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, with paragraph (b) clauses indicated by number 11, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 30, 31, 37, 41, 46, and paragraph (c) clauses indicated by number 1, 2. (xv) The official combined synopsis/solicitation is posted at http://ideasec.nbc.gov. In order to receive the award, vendor must be registered at http://www.ccr.gov. Be prepared with your company's DUNS number (available from Dun and Bradstreet at 1-888-546-0024) and your Federal Tax Identification Number (TIN). Amendments to the solicitation will be posted in the same manner as the solicitation; it is your responsibility to monitor the website. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation. (xvi) Offers must be submitted via email to NPNHContracting_BidProposal@nps.gov, to the attention of Lori Achkar, with a courtesy copy sent to lori_achkar@nps.gov. The due date and time is 1:00pm ET on Friday, December 2, 2011. (xvii) Applicable Wage Determination: WD 05-2339 (Rev.-13) CONTRACT BID SCHEDULEREQUEST FOR QUOTEProduction of a 15 minute, High Definition Film, in 16x9 aspect ratioSAGA Saint Gaudents National Historical Site Submit bid for all items: Failure to do so may render the bid non-responsive. Refer to definition of bid items for the bid item descriptions. In addition to submission of prices for the below bid items, vendors must submit all additional documents required, included within paragraph viii of the solicitation.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BASE BID ITEM NO 1: Produce a 15 minute, High Definition film, in 16x9 aspect ratio, to be shown to visitors at Sait-Gaudents National Historic Site. Production must be completed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work. BASE BID ITEM NO 1: UNIT SUM $ __________________________________/Lump Sum-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OPTIONAL WORK BID ITEM NO 2: Production of additional film footage to supplement existing footage, if the existing footage is deemed unusable. Production of additional film footage must be completed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work. OPTIONAL WORK BID ITEM NO 2: UNIT SUM $ ________________________/Lump Sum------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOTAL FIRM FIXED PRICE $________________________________/Lump Sum Scope of WorkSaint-Gaudens National Historic Site139 Saint-Gaudens RoadCornish, NH 03745 SCOPE: In accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, contractor shall perform the work as described herein. All services performed under this contract shall be performed in accordance with applicable codes and accepted industry standards.PERFORMANCE PERIOD: The work of this contract shall be completed by May 7, 2012.Contractual:Contracting Officer (CO):Will be identified in the awarded contract.Technical:Project Supervisor:Gregory C. SchwarzChief of Interpretation(603) 675-2175 x107, (603) 675-2701Gregory_C_Schwarz@nps.govREQUIREMENTS:Produce a 15 minute high definition film, in 16 x 9 aspect ratio, to be shown to visitors at Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site. The film will serve as a concise biographical orientation to the life and artwork of Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). The film's purpose is to provide visitors with a basic understanding about who Saint-Gaudens was, how he worked, some of famous artwork, and his significance to American art and culture. The film will flow smoothly, and logically, and include relevant information about his personal life and family, his major artworks, and a concise explanation about the sculpting process.The park has rights to all existing high definition footage, including outtakes, utilized in the production of the documentary "Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Master of American Sculpture" from which this 15 minute film will be cut. All of the tapes are stored at Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site and are available for applicants to review prior to submitting a bid. oPrepare a script and storyboard for the 15 minute orientation film in consultation with park staffoEdit existing film footage to make up all, or most, of the orientation film.o Hire and direct a narrator for the film. The narrator should have demonstrated experience in narration of films, especially documentaro Acquire and direct a high quality musical soundtrack to the film to supplement the narration and film footage. Rights to the music for this film will include free and clear use for this film, including broadcasts on television, on websites, and in DVD formats, without any additional fees.oThe music should be a selection of appropriate classical and popular period music of the 19th century, and of a generally light and upbeat nature.oThe film will be closed captionedoThe film will have audio descriptions for the visually impaired.oThe National Park Service will have final editorial rights to the film, including thescript, film footage, narration, and music. Copyrights to the final product and to all components of the final product, both used in the film or produced as a part of this contract, but not used in the film, shall be owned by the National Park Service.OPTIONALWORK:o Additional film footage, if necessary, may be needed to supplement existing footage if existing footage is unusable. Any new filming must be done in high definition and wide screen format (16x9 aspect ratio), to match existing film. The contractor must consult with the National Park Service if additional footage is required. The National Park Service will make the final determination about any additional filming. QUALITY CONTROL:The contractor is responsible for Quality Control, which includes ensuring accuracy, completeness, and correctness of the work to be performed. The contractor shall consult with the National Park Service during the process to obtain comments and approval of:The storyboard and script;"The selection of a professional narrator with demonstrated experience in documentary type films viewed by the public."The development, or selection of musical soundtrack elements based on the 19th century period. The National Park Service shall have three opportunities to review, comment and direct further development on the film product while under development (one at the 75% development stage, one at the 90% development stage and one at the 100% development stage). A definitive schedule and content criteria for each stage will be negotiated after contract award.
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- Address: SAGA Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site139 Saint-Gaudens RoadCornish, NH 03745
- Zip Code: 03745
- Zip Code: 03745
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