Retirement and Benefits Advisory Services (RABAS) Administrative Support Services
ID: 06C25R0054Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONMISSION SUPPORT CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

NAICS

Human Resources Consulting Services (541612)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: OTHER (R699)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking proposals for Retirement and Benefits Advisory Services (RABAS) Administrative Support Services. The primary objective is to acquire expert federal retirement and benefit counseling services, along with benefits processing, to support over 66,000 CBP employees. This procurement is critical for enhancing the agency's human resources capabilities and ensuring effective management of retirement and benefits for its workforce. Proposals are due by August 4, 2025, and interested parties should contact Richard Kirby at richard.m.kirby@cbp.dhs.gov for further information. The estimated total contract value is $25,187.50, with a performance period extending up to five years, including optional renewals.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Human Resources Management, focusing on acquiring administrative support personnel services. The primary aim is to provide retirement and benefit counseling for over 66,000 employees within the agency. Key responsibilities include processing insurance requests, retirement applications, and offering guidance on related benefits. Contractors must demonstrate proficiency in office automation software, record maintenance, and federal retirement system expertise. The contractor will provide a structured approach to ensure timely and accurate performance, with specific service categories and corresponding personnel levels detailed. Important regulations governing personnel behavior and security measures, including background checks and compliance with DHS policies, are also included. The performance expectations emphasize quality control, communication, and a transition plan for seamless service delivery post-award. Overall, the SOW underscores the need for qualified personnel to enhance HR operations and provide essential support services critical to the agency's functioning.
    The Task Order Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 06C25R0054 from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks proposals for federal retirement and benefit counseling services with benefits processing. Issued under the HCATS Small Business Pool Two, this RFP targets small businesses and covers human resources consulting services. Proposals are due by August 4, 2025, with the contract primarily utilizing a Labor Hour type. Services are required to be performed at government sites in locations such as Washington, D.C., Minneapolis, MN, and Indianapolis, IN, with a total performance period extending up to five years through optional renewals. Submission guidelines specify a three-volume format, addressing technical approach, management, and past experience, rigorously evaluating non-price factors along with price. The evaluation process is designed to favor responses demonstrating strong technical merit and management capabilities. The government anticipates selecting a single awardee based on the overall best value to the agency. The RFP emphasizes the importance of ensuring that contractors comprehend security and privacy requirements due to sensitive information handling, reiterating obligations surrounding personnel qualifications and security clearances. This document exemplifies the structured approach often seen in government solicitations, integrating administrative, technical, and pricing criteria essential for successful contractor partnerships in federal programs.
    The Prior Experience Questionnaire is a vital component of responding to a Request for Proposals (RFP) within the federal and state/local government context. Offerors must detail their firm's demographic and relevant experience, providing up to three reference projects completed or ongoing within the last three years. This includes descriptions of projects that demonstrate the firm’s capability to handle work of similar size, scope, and complexity to the project described in the RFP. The information required includes firm identification, labor categories provided, any teaming partners, and a summary of the projects listed. Each listed project should include specific details such as the project name and location, nature of work performed, client details, project management contact, performance period, completion percentage, and project value. The government assesses the collective experience submitted, with inadequate prior experience potentially resulting in a low confidence rating for the offeror. This structured approach ensures that the assessing body can evaluate a respondent’s capability and qualifications effectively, reinforcing the importance of relevant project experience in securing government contracts.
    The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Human Resource Management is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Human Resource Administrative Support Services under its Drug-Free Workplace Program. The projected contract spans four years with an estimated total cost of $25,187.50, divided equally into four option periods, each costing $5,037.50. Each pricing attachment outlines various labor categories, including Project Manager, Senior Human Resources Specialist, Junior Human Resources Specialist, and Junior Administrative Office Clerk, all requiring a total of 1,920 hours over the contract period. The document includes pricing templates for each option period, detailing quantities, hours, rates, and associated fees, specifically targeting costs linked to travel and other direct costs. Notably, some labor categories display no assigned rates or quantities, indicating a focus on overall service estimation rather than fixed staffing requirements. This RFP serves as a critical step in enhancing the managerial capabilities of CBP's human resources functions while adhering to federal regulations and workplace standards. The structured pricing format allows for transparency and a clear understanding of the funding allocation over the contract's life cycle.
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