Base operations support services at Fort Leonard Wood and Lake of the Ozarks Army Recreation Area (LORA).
ID: 11202023Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FDO FT SAM HOUSTONFORT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-0000, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

OPERATION OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS (M1AZ)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Base Operations Support Services (BASOPS) at Fort Leonard Wood and the Lake of the Ozarks Army Recreation Area. The procurement aims to secure non-personal, performance-based services including facility maintenance, utility operations, and grounds management, with a focus on achieving fair market pricing. These services are critical for maintaining operational readiness and supporting military training objectives. Interested Federally Certified 8(a) firms must submit their capabilities and relevant experience electronically by December 12, 2023, to the primary contact, Samuel J. Colton, at samuel.j.colton.civ@army.mil, or the secondary contact, Christopher Weber, at christopher.weber11.civ@army.mil.

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    The Annex A Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Base Operations outlines the responsibilities and requirements for the contractor providing non-personal services at Fort Leonard Wood and Lake of the Ozarks Recreational Area. It details the contractor's obligations, including staffing, service execution, maintenance standards, emergencies response, security measures, quality control, and reporting responsibilities while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, it defines the structure for contract administration, performance evaluation, and coordination with government representatives.
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Base Operations at Fort Leonard Wood (FLW) and the Lake of the Ozarks Recreational Area. It details a non-personal services contract requiring the Contractor to provide personnel, equipment, and services while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. Key components include facility background, operational requirements, and responsibilities such as maintenance, emergency services, and quality control. The Contractor must develop transition strategies, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with the General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) for documentation. Additionally, it specifies conditions for accessibility, traffic management, and the handling of emergencies, emphasizing the need for effective communication and coordination with government representatives. The PWS aims to establish high performance and service levels in support of FLW's mission, facilitating effective training and operations in line with military objectives.
    The U.S. Government is seeking information from Federally Certified 8(a) firms capable of providing base operations support services (BASOPS) at Fort Leonard Wood and the Lake of the Ozarks Army Recreation Area, under a potential competitive set-aside procurement. This Sources Sought Synopsis is not a request for formal proposals, and interested firms are invited to submit capability statements by December 12, 2023, detailing relevant experience, financial capacity, and potential subcontracting arrangements, while emphasizing the importance of facilitating small business competition. The required services include management, maintenance, environmental responsibilities, and specific operational tasks as outlined in the draft Performance Work Statement.
    The Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) W5168W-24-R-0006 seeks information from potential contractors to provide Base Operations Support Services (BASOPS) at Fort Leonard Wood (FLW) and Lake of the Ozarks Army Recreation Area (LORA). This future procurement aims to achieve fair market pricing for services categorized as non-personal and performance-based, including tasks like facility maintenance, utility operations, and grounds management. The initiative stipulates that responses should come from Federally Certified 8(a) firms, highlighting key submission requirements such as company profiles, past performance, and experience in BASOPS. Interested businesses must respond electronically by December 12, 2023, while specifically addressing their capability to undertake the required functional tasks and service provisions. The synopsis clarifies that the notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the government to any contract, reinforcing the necessity for interested parties to monitor updates on the Government-Wide Point of Entry. The detailed scope, associated service levels, and submission guidelines aim to facilitate competition while ensuring thorough evaluation of contractor capabilities for these critical operational support services.
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