Awards for Employee Length of Service - IDIQ Contract
ID: 030ADV25Q0038Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

LIBRARY OF CONGRESSLIBRARY OF CONGRESSCONTRACTS SERVICESWashington, DC, 20540, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 11, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Library of Congress is seeking proposals for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide Length of Service Awards for its employees. The contract will cover the production of various awards, including pins, plaques, and clocks, recognizing employee milestones from five to fifty years of service, with a minimum award of $300.00 and a maximum of $200,000.00 over a five-year period, starting from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. This procurement is significant as it underscores the Library's commitment to honoring employee loyalty and service, ensuring that awards are customized and compliant with federal standards. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Claire Merwin at cmerwin@loc.gov or David Leonard at dleonard@loc.gov, as proposals are being requested on an unrestricted basis with no socioeconomic set-asides.

Point(s) of Contact
Claire Merwin
cmerwin@loc.gov
David Leonard
dleonard@loc.gov
Files
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Posted
Jan 15, 2025, 8:12 PM UTC
The document outlines a solicitation and contracting process for providing Length of Service Awards to employees of the Library of Congress. It specifies that the contract is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) format, with a minimum award of $300.00 and a maximum of $200,000.00 over a five-year period, starting from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. The contractor is required to produce various service awards, including pins, plaques, and clocks, with specific engraving and design elements unique to the Library of Congress. The document also includes provisions regarding contract administration, including the responsibilities of the Library's contracting officer and contractors, as well as payment instructions through an electronic invoicing system. It emphasizes adherence to federal regulations, including various clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) which ensure compliance with legal standards and quality of service. In summary, the main purpose of this document is to establish the terms and requirements for a contract that provides employee recognition awards, ensuring quality and compliance with federal standards.
Jan 15, 2025, 8:12 PM UTC
The document outlines a template for engraving recognition plaques and medallions to honor federal employees for their years of service. It specifies distinct designs for copper, bronze, silver, and gold medallions, corresponding to service milestones of 30, 35, 40, and 45 years, respectively. Additionally, it includes a plate design for employees achieving 50 years of service. Each medallion and plaque features a consistent format with the recipient's name, a message of appreciation, and the year of acknowledgment. This template serves as a guideline for creating awards that express gratitude and recognize long-term commitment to federal service, underscoring the importance of employee acknowledgment within government operations.
Jan 15, 2025, 8:12 PM UTC
The document outlines a federal Request for Proposals (RFP) related to the procurement of various types of commemorative service pins and plaques, as well as clocks, to recognize service milestones ranging from 5 to over 50 years. It includes a pricing overview segmented by year for different quantities and types of awards, such as engraved pins, small and large plaques, and clocks, each detailing specific design features and materials (e.g., walnut, bronze). The RFP requires vendors to provide total evaluated prices for a five-year service period, which includes a clear pricing structure for each year. Financial details are not populated, suggesting a placeholder for responses. The document's structure includes item descriptions, estimated annual quantities, and total pricing calculations, essential for evaluating vendor bids. Ultimately, this document aims to facilitate the selection of suppliers for recognition awards, ensuring compliance with federal procurement standards while providing a transparent bidding process for interested parties to submit competitive proposals.
Jan 15, 2025, 8:12 PM UTC
Jan 15, 2025, 8:12 PM UTC
The government document outlines a series of award items for employees based on years of service, categorized by duration of service awards ranging from five to fifty years. Each award includes specific detailing about the type of pin or plaque associated with the awards, such as bronze, silver, gold plating, or engraved plates, emphasizing their aesthetic and material quality. The awards progress in prestige and complexity as service years increase, culminating in items like piano dome clocks and elegant plaques. This structured approach reflects the government’s recognition of employee loyalty and commitment over time, with particular emphasis placed on customizing awards to mark significant milestones in service. The content serves as a reference for federal, state, and local government procurement processes concerning employee recognition programs.
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