SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- TEST PROCTOR
- Notice Date
- 5/1/2014
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 611710
— Educational Support Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, United States Air Force Installation Contracting Agencies - Europe, 48 CONS/LGC - Lakenheath, RAF Lakenheath, Unit 5070 Box 270, RAF Lakenheath, 09461-0270
- ZIP Code
- 09461-0270
- Solicitation Number
- RAFLTESTPROCTORFY15
- Archive Date
- 5/30/2014
- Point of Contact
- Eric J. Schaffstein, Phone: 3142262217, Megan Scioneaux, Phone: 011441638522215
- E-Mail Address
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eric.schaffstein@us.af.mil, megan.scioneaux@us.af.mil
(eric.schaffstein@us.af.mil, megan.scioneaux@us.af.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Test Proctor Services - Reference (RAFLTESTPROCTORFY15) SOLICITATION DATE: 1 MAY 14 QUOTES DUE: NLT noon GMT, 15 MAY 2014 Purchasing Agency: 48th Contracting Squadron - 48 CONS/LGCB RAF Lakenheath, Brandon, Suffolk, United Kingdom IP27 9PN This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitues the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solitication will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation IAW FAR Part 12 and 13. Submit written quotes in reference to Request for Quote (RFQ) reference number RAFLTESTPROCTORFY15. Due to the overseas location of this solicitation, no set-aside will be used. The NAICS code for this requirement is 611710, Educational Support Services. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-73 effective 29 April 14 Potential bidders are to provide a quote for the services outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), which is included as an attachment to this solicitation. Quote shall include a unit price and total price for the following bid schedule: BID SCHEDULE 0001 RAF Lakenheath Test Proctor 1 Oct 2014 To 30 Sept 2015, TOTAL HOURS PER YEAR IS APPROX 1040 Hours PLEASE INSERT YOUR HOURLY PRICE_________________ TOTAL EST PRICE PER YEAR (BASED ON 1040 HOURS)______________________ o Prices shall be all inclusive (i.e. all material, transportation, labor, etc.), with the exception of replacement parts. o Prices shall be quoted in USD ($) and quotes shall be valid, at a minimum, through 30 Sept 2015. The Defense Priorities and Allocation System (DPAS) assigned rating is: none. Quote Specifics: Quotes are due to this office NLT noon GMT), 15 May 2014. Email quotes to Eric.Schaffstein@us.af.mil and CC to Megan.Scioneaux@us.af.mil. TITLE EMAIL: " RAFL TEST PROCTOR QUOTE " General Information: All quotes must include the following general information: 1. Company's or individual's complete mailing and remittance address. 2. Discount for prompt payment - if any 3. Quotes must be valid through 30 Sept 15. 4. Copy of Offeror Representations and Certifications; please see FAR 52.212-3 ALT I, for additional direction. Price Information: Vendor must complete the bid schedule found on page 2 of this solicitation. Evaluation of Quotes: The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. There are two specific evaluation criteria included in paragraph (a). The first one is (i) technical capability of the item quoted to meet the requirement of that provision. The last criteria is (ii) price. The Lowest Price Technically Acceptable will be used in this acquisition. The sections of the quote will be evaluated in the following manner: General Information: This section will not be evaluated for award under lowest price technically acceptable. It is primarily used for identification purposes. Technical Acceptability: (Determining Factor: The vendor will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis.) A vendor's quotation will pass if all the criteria outlined in the PWS are satisfied. Price Information: (Determining Factor - The vendor whose total prices per line item will be added together to arrive at a total price. The vendor whose price is the lowest will be deemed the "lowest price".) The vendor must have completed the bid schedule found on page 1 of this solicitation. The Government will evaluate the vendor's quote with competitive quotes received from other companies in the industry. AWARD BASIS: The Government will award to the vendor whose quotation is determined to lowest price technically acceptable. Primary point of contact: Contracting Officer TSgt Eric.Schaffstein@us.af.mil Please copy on all email quotes to Contract Specialist: SrA Megan Scioneaux Megan.Scioneaux@us.af.mil. The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation and are included by reference: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses: 52-204-7 Central Contractor Registration 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items (see addenda below) 52-212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, Alt 1 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders - (Deviation) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons 52.223-10 Waste Reduction Program 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) - CCR 52.237-1 Site Visit 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegitation 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference 52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR): 252.204-7004 Alternate A (Required Central Contractor Registration) 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders - (Deviation) 252.222-7002 Compliance with Local Labor Laws (Overseas) 252.225-7042 Authorization to Perform 252.229-7000 Invoices Exclusive of Taxes or Duties 252.229-7006 Value Added Tax Exclusion (United Kingdom) 252.229-7007 Verification of United States Receipt of Goods 252.229-7008 Relief of Import Duty (United Kingdom) 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests 252.233-7001 Choice of Law (Overseas) Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulations (AFFAR): 5352.201-9101 Ombudsmen 5352.223-9000 Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) 5352.223-9001 Health and Safety on Government Installations 5352.242-9000 Contractor Access to Air Force Installations The full text of the FAR, DFAR, and AFFARS can be accessed on the Internet at http://farsite.hill.af.mil. 52.217-8 -- Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999) The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days of the contract expiration. (End of Clause) Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 - Instructions to Offerors As prescribed in FAR 12.302(d) the following addenda is provided for solicitation provision FAR 52.212-1 and hereby amends any language therein: INSTRUCTIONS TO VENDORS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FEB 2012) *the term "solicitation" hereby references this combined synopsis solicitation* (a) North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code and small business size standard. The NAICS code and small business size standard for this acquisition appear on page one of this solicitation. (b) Submission of quotations. Submit quotations to the office specified in this solicitation on or before the date specified in this solicitation. Quotations may be submitted on letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified in the solicitation. As a minimum, offers must show -- (1) The solicitation number (2) The date specified in the solicitation for receipt of quotations; (3) The name, address, and telephone number of the vendor; (4) A technical description in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary; (6) Price and any discount terms; (7) "Remit to" address, if different than mailing address; (8) A completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR 52.212-3 (see FAR 52.212-3(b) for those representations and certifications that the bidder shall complete electronically); (9) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments; (11) Since this quotation will not be submitted on the SF 1449, include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation. Vendors that fail to furnish required representations or information, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration. (c) Period for validity of quotations. The vendor agrees to establish a firm timeframe in which the proposed price is good for. (e) Multiple quotations. Vendors are encouraged to submit multiple quotations presenting alternative terms and conditions or commercial items for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each quotation submitted will be evaluated separately. (i) Any quote, modification, revision, or withdrawal of a quote received at the Government office designated in the solicitation after the exact time specified for receipt of quotes is "late" and will not be considered unless it is received before award is made, the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late quote would not unduly delay the acquisition; and- (A) If it was transmitted through an electronic commerce method authorized by the solicitation, it was received at the initial point of entry to the Government infrastructure not later than 5:00 p.m. one working day prior to the date specified for receipt of quotes; or (B) There is acceptable evidence to establish that it was received at the Government installation designated for receipt of quotes and was under the Government's control prior to the time set for receipt of quotes; or (C) If this solicitation is a request for quotation, it was the only quote received. (ii) However, a late modification of an otherwise successful quote, that makes its terms more favorable to the Government, will be considered at any time it is received and may be accepted. (3) Acceptable evidence to establish the time of receipt at the Government installation includes the time/date stamp of that installation on the quote, other documentary evidence of receipt maintained by the installation, or oral testimony or statements of Government personnel. (4) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal Government processes so that quotes cannot be received at the Government office designated for receipt of quotes by the exact time specified in the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude amendment of the solicitation or other notice of an extension of the closing date, the time specified for receipt of offers will be deemed to be extended to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work day on which normal Government processes resume. (5) Quote may be withdrawn by written notice received at any time before the exact time set for receipt of quotes. Oral quotes in response to oral solicitations may be withdrawn orally. If the solicitation authorizes facsimile quotes, quotes may be withdrawn via facsimile received at any time before the exact time set for receipt of quotes, subject to the conditions specified in the solicitation concerning facsimile quotes. A quote may be withdrawn in person by a vendor or its authorized representative if, before the exact time set for receipt of quotes, the identity of the person requesting withdrawal is established and the person signs a receipt for the quote. (g) Contract award (not applicable to Invitation for Bids). The Government intends to evaluate quotations as described in FAR 13.106-2. Therefore, the vendor's initial quote should contain the vendor's best terms from a price and technical standpoint. The Government may accept other than the lowest quote; and waive informalities and minor irregularities in quotes received. (j) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number. (Applies to all quotations exceeding $3,000, and quotations of $3,000 or less if the solicitation requires the Contractor to be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database. The vendor shall enter, in the block with its name and address on the cover page of its quotation, the annotation ``DUNS'' or ``DUNS +4'' followed by the DUNS or DUNS +4 number that identifies the vendor's name and address. The DUNS +4 is the DUNS number plus a 4-character suffix that may be assigned at the discretion of the vendor to establish additional CCR records for identifying alternative Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts (see FAR Subpart 32.11) for the same concern. If the vendor does not have a DUNS number, it should contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one. A vendor within the United States may contact Dun and Bradstreet by calling 1-866-705-5711 or via the internet at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform. A vendor located outside the United States must contact the local Dun and Bradstreet office for a DUNS number. The vendor should indicate that it is a vendor for a Government contract when contacting the local Dun and Bradstreet office. (k) Central Contractor Registration. Unless exempted by an addendum to this solicitation, by submission of a quotation, the vendor acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the CCR database prior to award, during performance and through final payment of any contract resulting from this solicitation. If the vendor does not become registered in the CCR database in the time prescribed by the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer will proceed to award to the next otherwise successful registered vendor. Vendors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the Internet at http://www.ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757. (End of Provision) In accordance with FAR 13.004 -- Legal Effect of Quotations the following information is provided in regards to quotations. A quotation is not an offer and, consequently, cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Therefore, issuance by the Government of an order in response to a supplier's quotation does not establish a contract. The order is an offer by the Government to the supplier to buy certain supplies or services upon specified terms and conditions. A contract is established when the supplier accepts the offer. When appropriate, the contracting officer may ask the supplier to indicate acceptance of an order by notification to the Government, preferably in writing. In other circumstances, the supplier may indicate acceptance by furnishing the supplies or services ordered or by proceeding with the work to the point where substantial performance has occurred. If the Government issues an order resulting from a quotation, the Government may (by written notice to the supplier, at any time before acceptance occurs) withdraw, amend, or cancel its offer. Attachment(s): Statement of Work STATEMENT OF WORK Non-Personal Services Contract for Education Services Test Administrator/Academic Advisor 1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: Non-personal services in support of U.S. Air Force voluntary off-duty education program to include the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES), Air Force Professional Military Education (PME) testing program, academic institution distance learning testing, Air Force Institute for Advanced Distributed Learning testing programs, Defense Language Proficiency Testing (DLPT), Federal Aviation Administration and PEARSON Vue Technical Testing. 2. QUALIFICATIONS: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited American college or university is required. Excellent customer service skills and verbal communication skills are essential. The contractor shall have a minimum of one year remaining at the current duty station. Resumes and transcripts shall be submitted with proposal packages to the base contracting office. 3. WORK HOURS/DAYS: The government shall determine the number of hours required to be worked each week and shall notify the contractor with the intended schedule no later than seven working days prior to the designated shift, which is normally between 0730 and 1630. The contractor shall notify the government within two working days of acceptance or request a modification to the proposed schedule. Any changes to the agreed upon schedule thereafter shall be jointly agreed upon by the government and the contractor. It is estimated that 16-24 hours will be required per week. Each scheduled shift will include testing and applicable administrative time. Contractor will not work on federal holidays, when the office is closed or outside normal office hours. Contractor shall arrive at least 30 minutes prior to start of test session to prepare testing room, testing computers and hardcopy testing materials to insure sessions begin promptly. Contractor shall provide constant visual supervision throughout the entire testing session. 4. GUIDELINES: All tasks shall be accomplished in accordance with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2306 and all other pertinent Air Force, DANTES and local command policies. Contractor must read AFI-36-2306, Education Services Program, DANTES Examination Program Handbook, AFIADL Catalog and DLPT5 Test Guide, during the first week of employment and prior to the administration of any testing sessions. The resources listed above will be made available by the Test Control Officer (TCO) either in hard copy or online. 5. BASE NETOWRK ACCESS: Access to military base network and e-mail accounts may be necessary in the performance of duties. If required, the government shall initiate the necessary security clearance paperwork and assume the cost of the background clearance check. 6. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS a. Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to the Education Services Officer (ESO) or designee any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of DED personnel, contractor personnel or resources. b. Physical Security. The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property and controlled forms provided for contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured. c. Key Control. The contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys issued to the contractor by the government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. The contractor shall not duplicate any keys issued by the government. i. The contractor shall immediately report to the Education and Training Section Chief any occurrences of lost key(s). ii. In the event the contractor loses the key(s), the government reserves the right to replace the lock(s) and or key(s) at the contractor's expense. iii. The contractor shall not issue key(s) to unauthorized personnel. d. Lock Combinations. The contractor shall control access to all government provided lock combinations to preclude unauthorized entry. The contractor is not authorized to record lock combinations without written approval by the ES&T. Records with written combinations to authorized secure storage containers, secure storage rooms, or certified vaults, shall be marked and safeguarded. 7. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS a. Contractor must inform the ES&T of anticipated absence from a scheduled shift at least 24 hours prior to scheduled shift except in emergency cases. Extended absences must be coordinated with the ES&T at least two weeks in advance. Such absences should not exceed two weeks at a time or four weeks in one fiscal year. b. Contractor must successfully achieve a score of 90% on the examination for DANTES Testing Personnel and view the DANTES Test Administrator Video within two weeks of assuming position. c. In performance of contract requirements, contractor is authorized access to DANTES and PME/AFIADL examinations and to the security container in which they are held. d. Contractor must remain physically present during the entire test session unless relieved by an appropriate authority. 8. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT: The government will provide all necessary equipment, supplies and materials to include workstations, computer (with internet access), telephone and other materials and equipment. 9. SPECIFIC TASKS Test Administrator: responsible for administering the following categories of tests to eligible military and civilian personnel and their dependents as authorized by DANTES, AFIADL, DLPT, USAFE and local regulations (NOTE: additional tests may be added as needed): a. All DANTES-approved examinations (to include but not be limited to): college entrance exams (ACT, SAT, MAT); tests for college credit (CLEP, DSST, Excelsior College Exams, GRE Subject); professional certification exams (PRAXIS, ASE); interest batteries (SII) and career assessment inventories (CAI). b. All AFIADL course examinations including but not necessarily limited to those for Course 12 and 14, AWC, ACSC and SOS. c. All DLPT5 examinations. d. Tests specifically required by an education institution for course completion, for admission or for course enrollment, including placement tests. e. Tests requested to be administered to eligible personnel, such as correspondence course and qualifications/certification exams. f. Any test required by the Air Force that is not normally administered through the local military test control officer. g. Other tests used in local advisement or guidance programs, to include career assessment and interest inventories, as requested by the ES&T. NOTE: Tests will be administered in accordance with instructions provided in testing handbooks, test examiner guides, and TCO/ATCO instructions to ensure no possibility of test compromise. 10. RELATED ADMINISTRAVIVE TASKS: The following tasks are elements of performance that must be performed in conjunction with and in addition to the actual test administration: a. Check room prior to testing to ensure proper spacing between desks and that adequate lighting, heat, and air circulation exist. Ensure testing office and testing room are kept in a condition conducive to good test performance. b. Withdraw all test exams from safe prior to start of each test session. c. Require all examinees to present official picture identification before allowing them to test. d. Check test material for marks/missing pages before issuing them to students. e. Maintain official test logs, showing the individual's name, the test title and the start and stop times for all test administrations. Ensure each student signs this log upon receipt of test and that all entries are complete and legible. f. Instruct all examinees at the beginning of each session as follows: i. To read carefully and follow instructions exactly as they are printed in the test booklet. ii. To adhere to any prescribed time limits. The contractor will ensure that all timing limits are adhered to and the examinee is aware of the time requirements for each test. g. Review each answer sheet as it is submitted by the examinee to ensure proper completion. h. Check each reusable answer booklet as it is returned for marks and erase them completely. Check all booklets for missing pages and enter the time they are returned in the test log. i. Complete safe and test office security forms at close of each test session. Ensure no money, supplies, forms, envelopes, inventories, brochures or booklets are stored in the safe. j. Lock the safes and testing office doors and windows before leaving the testing office. k. Prepare completed answer sheets, tests, checks/money orders, and any unused tests that may need to be returned, for mailing to the various testing agencies, according to the instructions for each type of test. All documents required for mailing will be fully completed by the contractor, except for the TCO/ATCO signature, prior to final check and sealing by the TCO/ATCO. l. Inform TCO/ATCO immediately of any irregularities, which may represent the potential for a test compromise or complaint from a testing candidate. m. Check exams against shipping documents upon receipt and enter test, serial and part numbers in the Air Force Automated Education Management System (AFAEMS) Test Inventory database, ensuring that entries are made no later than the first duty day after tests are received. n. Document all safe access on DD 702. Assist TCO/ATCO with weekly, monthly, and quarterly inventories and with quarterly reports. o. Identify all newly arrived AFIADL tests on the envelope, showing the name of the student, test identification number, date received and expiration date. Enter all in stock AFIADL tests into the data file in the established format. p. Prepare DANTES order forms for TCO/ATCO signature and advise of under or over-stocking of any test related item. Ensure adequate numbers of tests and answer sheets are maintained at all times based on prior usage patterns, student inputs and TCO recommendations. q. Notify students within two workdays of receipt of specially ordered or distance learning school exams, and maintain until test has been administered and receipt of the completed test has been verified. r. Discard/return obsolete materials as appropriate within 7 days of receipt of new publications and ensure dated exams are returned by expiration deadlines. s. Order and receive special-order tests and handle all follow-up associated with these. t. Maintain statistical data related to test administration as required by ESO and assist with reports and PowerPoint slides as requested. Such data will include (but not necessarily be limited to) monthly statistics on types of test administered and to whom (by rank and service) and any additional test related data required for semi-annual and annual reports. u. Maintain all document and correspondence files in a neat and orderly manner. Separate files by calendar year. Contractor will be responsible for making file labels and setting up the file for each new calendar year. v. Process all necessary paperwork required for optimum operation of testing program. w. Refer all questions on schedule changes or testing policy to the TCO/ATCO and all questions on interpretation or application of test results to the ESO. x. Prepare print advertising re: special testing (ASE, PRAXIS, GRE, etc) for TCO or ATCO review and signature at least 3 weeks before the test order deadline. 11. Specific Tasks Academic Advisor: a. Advises eligible personnel on all programs available through voluntary off-duty education, the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES), AF Institute of Advanced Distributed Learning (AFIADL), officer accession programs and other educational support programs as required by the ESO. b. Advises eligible personnel of Professional Military Education (SNCOA, SOS, AFIT, ACSC, and AWC) programs available for enlisted personnel and officers by correspondence or in seminar format and assists them in registering for appropriate programs. c. Provides information and required forms to prospective applicants of specialized AF programs to include (but not necessarily limited to): ELA, AECP, LEAD, SOAR, AFROTC/ASCP, and OTS. Performs preliminary check for accuracy and completion of application package. The contractor will assist applicants with determination of their grade point average (GPA) requirement according to specific program guidelines. Refers applicants to education counselor for final check of package prior to mailing. d. Provides information regarding Air Force Tuition Assistance (TA), VA education benefits, federal financial assistance programs, local scholarships, and Air Force Aid Society grants to all eligible personnel. Assists students with completion of all applicable forms/applications. Processes AF TA forms via the AFAEMS software program. e. Refers students to the appropriate academic institution representative for registration and enrollment in courses or programs that pertain to their education goals. f. Advises students on DANTES tests that are applicable to their programs of study. Administers and interprets pre-tests and non-timed interest and placement tests as appropriate to the individual counseling process. g. Assists AF students in changing education level codes on review of appropriate documentation. h. Conducts follow-up and outreach activities (phone calls, mail-outs, emails) at the direction of the ESO, to encourage individual students in meeting their educational objectives. i. Prepares all necessary correspondence and forms and maintains related records and logs required to support all aspects of job tasks. Also maintains statistical data as required by the ESO and assists with reports and other administrative tasks as requested. j. Plans and executes CCAF graduation ceremonies (as required). Provides ESO with detailed timeline of graduation-related activities at least 3 months in advance of graduation dates. Provides weekly updates via email up to the day of the ceremony. Performs administrative follow-up including thank you letters and provides the ESO with a report of lessons learned within 2 weeks following the ceremony. k. Maintains a log of all counseling sessions. l. Uses the Air Force Automated Education Management System (AFAEMS) to maintain individual student records. m. During scheduled unit, when not advising students, contractor may be required to assist in other program related administrative work.
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