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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF JANUARY 07, 2021 SAM #6979
SOLICITATION NOTICE

65 -- NEW CDL Shipping Room/ Storage Furniture Upgrade

Notice Date

1/5/2021 6:31:06 AM
 

Notice Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
 

NAICS

337124 — Metal Household Furniture Manufacturing
 

Contracting Office

257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257) ARLINGTON TX 76006 USA
 

ZIP Code

76006
 

Solicitation Number

36C25721Q0298
 

Response Due

1/14/2021 10:00:00 PM
 

Archive Date

03/16/2021
 

Point of Contact

Jim Houstoon, Contract Specialist, Phone: 972-708-0816, Fax: NA
 

E-Mail Address

james.houston@va.gov
(james.houston@va.gov)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

SDVOSBC Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
 

Awardee

null
 

Description

Quantities This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only Solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.  Solicitation number 36C25721Q0298 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular. SET-ASIDE:  This requirement is a Service Disable Veteran Owned Small Business and Veteran Owned Small Business Set-Aside, the NAICS is 339113 and the small business size standard is 750 employees. In order to be eligible an offeror must be small for the applicable NAICS code at the time of the quote submission and at the time of award. Only qualified offerors may submit bids. Introduction:  A Firm Fixed Price award will be made to the lowest priced quote which conforms to the requirements within this solicitation and represents the best price to the Government. Instructions to Offerors Evaluation FACTORS For Award Evaluation Factors for Award I.          Basis of Award The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation meets or exceeds the requirement at the lowest price, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). The quotes will be evaluated on the basis of the evaluation factors listed below.  The technical area will be evaluated on an ""acceptable"" or ""unacceptable"" basis.  Only those contractors determined to be technically acceptable will be evaluated on price.  DEFINITION RATING Passes (or meets) minimum standard requirements Acceptable Fails to meet minimum standard requirements Unacceptable STATEMENT OF WORK North Texas VA Medical Center 4500 S. Lancaster Road Dallas, Texas 75216 CDL Shipping Room/ Storage Upgrade (549-21-1-5090-0005) 1.0 GENERAL SCOPE The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has a requirement for healthcare furniture for [location and project name] that meet the VHA IDIQ specifications and high-quality threshold while integrating excellent environmental stewardship. This requirement includes healthcare furniture, design, project management, professional AND installation. Healthcare furnishings include desk, filing and storage systems, furniture accessories and related services. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to satisfy the needs of each ordering activity. 2.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS The contractor shall provide and be responsible for the technical assistance, development and generation for final specifications. Furniture delivery and installation will be required in timeline for project. Duty hours will be between 8:00AM and 4:30PM. The Government recognized US holidays are: New Year s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. If the holiday falls on Sunday, it is observed on Monday. The contractor shall: Coordinate and provide project management of all products and services to manage, design, order, ship, deliver and install new furniture from the manufacturer until final acceptance by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)/ VA Point of Contact. All drawings, finishes, and specifications should be selected, approved and confirmed by VA designer prior to manufacturing. Project phasing and scheduling requirements to include planning, manufacturing, project management and installation] Prepare and provide furniture drawings in PDF and AutoCAD. Provide maintenance manuals for all products specified. 3.0 KICKOFF MEETING The prime contractor(s) shall participate in a kickoff meeting within ten (10) days of task order issuance, in person at Dallas VA Medical Center, BLDG 9. Time and date will be determined by VA Point of Contact. 4.0 SUBMISSION OF QUESTIONS Questions: All questions must be received by the date determined by acquisitions/ Contracting Officer (CO). All questions submitted for this solicitation must be electronically and sent by email to the Contracting Officer. Questions received after the stated date and time, may be addressed at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. 5.0 SUBMISSION OF QUOTATION Quote Submission: The contractors shall submit complete emailed electronic copy portable document format (.pdf) or Microsoft Excel (.xls) format of: Volume 1: (technical) drawings, (floorplans, isometrics, shop drawings, typicals etc.) complete manufacturer s product specifications Bill of Materials tagged per CLIN/ floorplan department and room etc. quantity of man hours for labor/installation project management plan product literature project staffing plan physical finish samples sustainability certification documents complete testing results / certificates mock up samples (list any needed here) warranty. Self-certifying statement confirming ability to meet project deadlines Volume 2: (pricing) price quote with separate line for labor/installation Bill of Materials with subtotals and tagged per CLIN/ floorplan Submissions can be sent in multiple emails to avoid computer system email size limitation, to [insert CO name and email address]. Quotes submitted by any other method will not be considered. All proprietary information shall be clearly marked. The use of hyperlinks in quotes is prohibited. Late quotes will not be accepted for evaluation. The contractor is responsible for confirming the Government s receipt of the contractor s quote. 6.0 EVALUATION CRITERIA Task order will be evaluated on: Bill of Materials with subtotals and tagged per CLIN / floorplan department and room etc. PDFs of detailed and dimensioned: Plan, 2-D and 3-D drawings of each workstation (and/or) products with multiple parts list to represent exactly what is being included in task order and to determine accuracy. Cut sheets with product detail for each line item. Labor/Services appropriate to the scope of work. (no pricing included) Project staffing plan appropriate to scope of work Project management plan appropriate to scope of work Sustainability Certification 7.0 PRODUCT General All finished surfaces shall be free of scratches, mars, dents, or blemishes, and withstand staining, and exhibit to flaking, cracking, or loss or adhesion. Furnishings shall have smooth finishes with no hazardous projections, sharp corners, or detail, which can be hazardous and cause personal injury or damage to clothing. See attachment for technical requirement of products and layouts. 8.0 SERVICES Design Contract Tasks/Requirements The contractor shall attend a minimum of three (3) in-person meetings at the location to review final award with VA Interior Designer and End Users and to make necessary revisions. During first meeting the contractor shall provide the Interior Designer with the Auto-Cad drawings to [1/4 1/8 ] scale drawings showing layouts of awarded product. The contractor shall allow for three (3) revisions per line item included in design services including updating Auto-Cad Drawings and PDFs as request by VA Interior Designer. The contractor shall be responsible for taking and applying accurate field measurements to ordered product for verification of correct sizing. Auto-Cad drawings may not be accurate finished dimensions and may not be used in place of field measurements. The Vendor shall be liable for any incorrect field measurements leading to incorrect product order. Contractor is required to provide installation drawings for furniture purchased. Contractor shall place all orders, track orders, schedule deliveries and coordinate trucks with the manufacturer for manufacturing and delivery according to VA project schedule. When the Contractor desires to deliver, receive and/or install other than standard times, a written request shall be submitted to the VA POC for approval. Written approval from the VA POC must be received before proceeding with the work. The request shall be submitted at least (5) five work days prior to the proposed performance of work, and it shall indicate the day (s), amount of time of work, and reason why performance is necessary during nonstandard hours. The contractor shall be responsible for providing all sample materials for awarded product (2-Day Delivery) as requested by VA Interior Designer. The product must not be placed into production without clearance from the VA COR. The contractor shall provide final, clean [1/4 1/8 ] scaled drawings of product layout for sign-off prior to scheduling manufacturing. The contractor shall track manufacturing schedule and notify VA Interior Designer with updates of estimated completion date by email. The contractor shall attend a post-installation meeting to assess, address, and document any punch-list items and shall submit to the VA Interior Designer a remediation plan within 5 business days. The contractor shall provide 30 days free storage. [30 days standard. Edit for additional time if needed] The Government maintains the option to modify the normal work week, days and hours, as necessary for the accomplishment of VHA mission. Work Required by Others All work required by other trades shall be identified under this section by the Bidder. Contract Tasks/Requirements Contractor may be required to remove and/or relocate existing VA furnishings in coordination with VA Logistic Management Service and Interior Designer per the task order SOW. Contractor may or may not be required to complete services outside of normal duty hours per the SOW. Contractor shall be familiar with VA campuses and various VA Outpatient Clinics, regulations, loading dock locations and hours of operations. Contractor must provide Proof of Insurance. Contractor shall provide 30 Days Free Storage once the complete bill of materials has been received at a conditioned facility that meets all building requirements including but not limited to the sprinkler, security, safety, temperature and environmental controls as not to void furniture warranties. Contractor must notify VA of the specific location of any or all stored furniture. Contractor shall provide all necessary materials, equipment, labor, supervision, and Management to: (A) coordinate delivery: (B) load and unload; (C) place/install items in designated rooms/locations; (D) assemble items as required; (E) secure as designated; and (F) properly dispose of all associated packing/crating materials outside the VA premises. The Contractor shall be made aware of and must comply with local security policies and procedures in the task order. The Contractor will comply to these standards during all site visits on Governmental property. Contractor shall contact the VA COR at least 14 days prior to work start date to ensure compliance to any local security policies. The Contractor personnel shall present a professional appearance and shall have a uniform or some method of identifying them as an employee of the contractor. A VA badge will be provided and must be worn above the waist and be visible at all times while on government property. The Contractor shall ensure policies and procedures are established that protect the safety and welfare of customers, employees, and the community to minimize or eliminate safety or environmental risks. The Contractor shall be knowledgeable of and shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, Building Codes, Life Safety Codes, Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), ADA/ADAG, permits, VA design standards (www.cfm.va.gov/til/dguide.asp), and instructions required for the performance of the duties in the Statement of Work (SOW). The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that its firm and staff maintain any generally required professional certification, accreditation, license, bond, and proficiency relative to their area of expertise. The Contractor shall retain documentation of such records. The Government will not pay for expenses to meet this requirement. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring staff are trained and certified for planning and installing product to maintain the integrity of the manufacturer s warranty. VA COR: to be specified at delivery/task order level. Shipping Instructions: Items shall be shipped directly to the site at 4500 S. Lancaster Road, Dallas, Texas 75216, unless otherwise directed by the COR or designated VA POC . Units are to be installed upon delivery by contractor. Site visit maybe requested to examine delivery conditions The contractor will coordinate all deliveries and installation times with COR and/or VA Designer. All shipping and handling charges shall be paid by the contractor. Responsibility and Liability for loss or damage shall remain with the contractor until final inspection and acceptance by the VA. Protection of Property The Contractor shall perform an inspection of the buildings and grounds with the COR prior to commencing work. Contractor shall protect all items from damage. The Contractor shall take precaution against damage to the buildings, grounds and furnishings. The Contractor shall repair or replace any items related to buildings or grounds damaged accidentally, or on purpose due to actions by the Contractor, utilizing materials of the same quality, size, grade and color, to match existing work. To ensure that the contractor shall be able to repair or replace any items, components, on the buildings or grounds damaged due to negligence and/or actions taken by the Contractor. The Contractor shall communicate with the COR to resolve all repairs beyond simple surface cleaning. Concurrence of the COR is required before the Contractor may perform any significant repair work. In all cases, repairs shall utilize materials of the same quality, size, texture, grade and color to match adjacent existing work. The Contractor shall be responsible for the security of the areas in which the work is being performed at all times prior to completion. The Contractor shall maintain accountability and control of any keys provided, and shall return them to the COR upon completion of the work. Contractor shall provide floor protection while working in all VA facilities. All material handling equipment shall have rubber wheels. Delivery Contractor shall contact the COR at least 14 business days prior to the start of work/shipping to ensure that the building is ready for install. In the event there is a delay in delivery, Contractor must notify the assigned VA COR immediately in writing, preferably via email. Contractor shall provide the COR with scheduled date and time that the delivery truck will be arriving at least 24 hours minimum in advance. Contractor must ensure that the driver of the delivery vehicle has copies of the Bill of Materials/delivery orders and shall not attempt to deliver any items before the scheduled delivery date. Receive and Unload If the Contractor is unable to complete the assembly and placement of all unloaded items before the end of the workday, the Contractor will be responsible for moving these items to a secure location, until the next available work day. The Contractor will be responsible for moving the items from the overnight storage site to its designated position in the building. The Contractor shall verify and inspect all items. Any and all deficiencies (damage/overage/shortage) shall be brought to the attention of the assigned VA CO in writing, preferably via email, immediately upon identification. The Contractor shall store damaged items in the location designated by the COR. The Contractor shall maintain a complete file of all documents relating to each discrepancy and copies of all Discrepancy Reports shall be forwarded to the COR on a daily basis. Contractor shall repair or coordinate with the COR for replacement of damaged, defective, or missing items. Assembly and final acceptance Contractor shall be responsible for all safety and security guidelines within the area in which work is being performed, to include securing any contractor-owned tools or equipment, and any on-site storage being utilized. The contractor shall install all items in accordance with each requirement statement and basic component floorplan, panel plan and electrical plan, designed and provided by the contractor with each task order. Contractor shall uncrate all items received and perform all required assembly in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Contractor shall prevent its personnel from entering any area other than the designated work area. The Contractor shall maintain a means of egress within all designated work areas to comply with fire codes. Contractor shall inspect to ensure that the furniture is free of surface dirt, clean and polished, free of defects, and that the installation is complete and ready for use. The Contractor shall do a final walkthrough with COR and provide a punch list before releasing crew for the day. Jobsite Cleanliness Contractor will be responsible for the removal and disposal of all trash/debris connected with uncrating and assembling all items installed under this contract. Final Acceptance by the Government will not occur until all installed items have been wiped cleaned and debris/dust connected with installation is removed from the VA site. Recyclable cardboard products shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable statutes, in respective containers. The contractor is responsible for providing trash containers at an offsite facility. Packing materials will not be stored in the buildings for any period exceeding 24 hours. The Contractor shall ensure its personnel eat, drink, or smoke only in designated areas. Personal trash (food wrappers, drink containers, etc.,) shall be removed from the site on a daily basis by the Contractor. Warranty Items The warranty of an item is to start on the date of acceptance of the products/services by the Government VA COR.. The Contractor agrees to furnish, without cost to the Government, replacement of all parts and material which are found to be defective during the warranty period. The cost of installation and travel of replacement material and parts shall be borne by the Contractor. Equipment Requested Line Item Description Unit of Issue Quantity Unit Price Total Price 001 EA STAINLESS STEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE DESK (30X60) 12 002 EA POWER STRIP/RAIL ATTACHMENT 12 003 EA UPRIGHT RAIL DESK ATTACHMENT (1X60""SPACING,53""HEIGHT) 12 004 EA ADJUSTABLE BIN SHELF RAIL ATTACHMENT 20 005 EA MOBILE PED.STORAGE UNIT 15 006 EA METAL SHELVING UNIT, CLOSED (48X24X76) 12 007 EA METAL SHELVING UNIT, CLOSED (42X18X76) 12 008 EA METAL SHELVING UNIT, CLOSED (30X18X76) 5 009 EA HIGH DENSITY STORAGE SYSTEM 1 010 JB PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND INSTALLATION 1 MINIMUM SALIENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (Central Dental Lab Shipping Room / Storage Upgrade) STAINLESS STEEL ADJUSTABLE WORKSTATION W/ ATTACHMENTS Salient Characteristics: To include minimum of the following specifications: A. 30 D x 60 W in the rectangle configuration. B. A variety of shapes including straight, dual straight, Corner, and dual corner. C. Adjustable with a single hand. (adjustment can be by crank, pneumatic, or electrical) D. Finish top Stainless Steel E. Edge of tabletop to include but not limited to T-mold and square option. F. Crank option to be adjusted from 22 -34 G. Load bearing capacity to be a minimum of 220 lbs. H. 2-leg base adjusts with 4-8 turns per inch I. 3-leg base adjusts with 4-8 turns per inch J. Crank handle remains fixed and stored in place K. All assemblies meet or exceed BIFMA standards L. Powder coated base M. Able to add work tools to surface. N. Columns shall be synchronized lifting with integral shrouding. O. Adjustable glides up to .5 P. Full clearance under the worksurface. ATTACHMENTS A. Optional wire management B. Upright rail desk attachment (1x60"" spacing, 53"" height) C. Adjustable bin shelf rail attachment to span length of desk D. Power strip/rail attachment MOBILE, UNDERDESK LOCKING STORAGE UNIT Salient Characteristics: To include minimum of the following specifications: A. Metal storage unit B. Must be able to be locked by key. C. Pedestal and drawer construction to be of 22 gauge cold rolled steel frame or better with powder coat paint; 18 gauge cold rolled steel or better sheet steel drawer fronts; full extension telescoping steel ball bearing suspension; integral filing rails; locking; available in 2 depths to fit under 24 and 30 d tops; BBF, FF, lateral file, multi-file, and Mobile pedestal configurations D. Must have wheels for mobility METAL SHELVING UNITS Salient Characteristics: To include minimum of the following specifications: a. Lock in place post and shelf system b. Variety of heights to accommodate types of file sizes and quantity of shelves needed c. Variety of widths ranging from 24 48 wide and depth of 10 36 deep d. Shelf height adjustability on 1 increments (+/- ½ ) e. Must offer varying types of file storage such as drawers and open shelving for top tab and end tab record type storage via modular components f. Add on units that eliminate the duplication of full frame g. 18-gauge steel minimum construction h. Leveling Glides that provide 1"" adjustment range i. Solid or slotted shelves j. Shelf dividers k. Variety of paint colors Options: a. Posting shelf, drawer or door options b. Closed back option HIGH DENSITY STORAGE UNIT Salient Characteristics: To include minimum of the following specifications: a. Variety of heights to accommodate all types of file and object sizes and quantity of drawers / shelves needed b. Variety of widths varying from 24 48 wide shelves but up to a total of 540 carriage span, and depth of 10 36 deep c. Must offer varying types of file storage such as drawers and open shelving for top tab and end tab record type storage via modular components d. Must have ability to fully close and lock to secure contents e. Side to side or font to back sliding mobile solutions f. Barrier free rail or recessed track capability g. Lock mechanisms must be flush with the front of the cabinet and cannot protrude past the face of the cabinet h. Individual locking components such as a single security drawer i. Add on units that eliminate the duplication of frame j. Mechanical / power assist options to minimize force for mobility to meet ADA Accessibility Guidelines either hand or foot location k. Mechanical assist system shall have user-activated safety locking pin and a photoelectric beam l. Powered units shall have passive safety system, safety floor sweeps and protection to automatically arrest carriage movement when a person or object is detected in an open aisle. m. Each carriage has a minimum load carrying capacity of 1,000 lbs. per linear foot. n. Built-in anti-tip devices can be engineered to comply with the requirements of all seismic zones. o. Aisle ways, floor ramps, and floor finish must meet ADA guidelines. p. Interior components for front to back filing rails must be removable and field replaceable. q. Drawers shall operate with full extension, telescoping, steel ball- bearing slides for full access to all drawer contents and smooth operation Options: a. Optional posting shelf b. Optional label holders c. Common top options to span over multiple units in either laminate or wood d. Variety of color options including laminate / wood clad options e. Optional keypad access The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation: 52.209-5, Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services 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 60 days. Evaluations of Options (July 1990) Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government s best interests, the Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. This includes options under FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services, which applies to this solicitation.  Evaluation of options under FAR 52.217-8 will be accomplished by using the prices offered for the last option period to determine the price for a 6-month option period, which will be added to the base and other option years to arrive at the total price.  Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 60 days; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 60 days. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension. (b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause. (c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 5 (five) years. 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 60 days. 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirements to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Right 52.203-99 Prohibition of Contracting with Entities That Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (Nov 2011) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (OCT 2014) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3). 52.222-3, Convict Labor 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67) 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67) 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67) 52.222-55, Minimum Wages Under Executive Order 13658 (DEC 2015) 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving 52.228-5 Insurance-Work on a Government Installation (JAN 1997) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management 52.237-3 Continuity of Services (JAN 1991) 52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (In the FAR https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/52_232.html#wp1160005) 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (DEC 2013) 52.233-3, Protest after Award (In the FAR https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/52_233_240.html) 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (JAN 2008) 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests 852.237-70, Contractor Responsibilities 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference: This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es). 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference: This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es). Full text can be obtained at http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html 852.219-74 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018) LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (a) This solicitation includes far 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside. (b) Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation is subject to the limitation on subcontracting requirements in 13 CFR 125.6, or the limitations on subcontracting requirements in the FAR clause, as applicable. The Contractor is advised that in performing contract administration functions, the Contracting Officer may use the services of a support contractor(s) retained by VA to assist in assessing the Contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirements specified in the clause. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to Contractor's offices where the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data are retained and to review such business records regarding the Contractor's compliance with this requirement. (c) All support contractors conducting this review on behalf of VA will be required to sign an Information Protection and Non-Disclosure and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Agreement to ensure the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data reviewed or obtained in the course of assisting the Contracting Officer in assessing the Contractor for compliance are protected to ensure information or data is not improperly disclosed or other impropriety occurs. (d) Furthermore, if VA determines any services the support contractor(s) will perform in assessing compliance are advisory and assistance services as defined in FAR 2.101, Definitions, the support contractor(s) must also enter into an agreement with the Contractor to protect proprietary information as required by FAR 9.505-4, Obtaining access to proprietary information, paragraph (b). The Contractor is required to cooperate fully and make available any records as may be required to enable the Contracting Officer to assess the Contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirement. 852.219-76 SUBCONTRACTING PLANS MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE. AS PRESCRIBED IN 819.7203(C) INSERT THE FOLLOWING CLAUSE: SUBCONTRACTING PLANS MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018) (a) This contract includes FAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan, and VAAR 852.219-9, VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirement. (b) Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation will include these clauses, unless the contract is awarded to a small business concern. The Contractor is advised in performing contract administration functions, the Contracting Officer may use the services of a support contractor(s) to assist in assessing the Contractor's compliance with the plan, including reviewing the Contractor's accomplishments in achieving the subcontracting goals in the plan. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data to ...
 

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Address: Department of Veterans Affairs North Texas VA Healthcare System 4500 South Lancaster Road, Dallas, TX 75216, USA

Zip Code: 75216

Country: USA
 

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