The document outlines Request for Quote (RFQ) 693JJ624Q000014 from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for outside legal counsel services related to complex property transactions. Issued on August 2, 2024, and amended to extend the submission deadline to September 16, 2024, it invites competitive proposals from all responsible sources. The anticipated blanket purchase agreement (BPA) will last from September 17, 2024, through September 16, 2029, including one base year and four option years. The RFQ details the need for legal assistance due to increased federal funding for rail improvements and specific legal challenges associated with transactions involving federal interests and properties, particularly those owned by Amtrak.
Proposing firms must demonstrate their capability through technical descriptions, past experiences in similar transactions, and key personnel qualifications. Emphasis is placed on a structured submission format and the evaluation criteria, which consider both technical proficiency and cost. The solicitation promotes transparency, as it outlines required representations, certifications, and compliance with federal regulations. The Government aims to select proposals that offer the best overall value, prioritizing technical merits over just cost considerations.
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is soliciting quotes through Request for Quote (RFQ) 693JJ624Q000014 to establish multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) for outside legal counsel services supporting complex property transactions over a five-year period, from October 17, 2024, to October 16, 2029. The solicitation seeks to procure legal assistance related to significant transactions influenced by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, particularly concerning Amtrak-owned properties. All businesses, regardless of size, may participate, and the RFQ emphasizes full and open competition.
Respondents must follow specific guidelines for quote submission, which includes a three-volume format detailing cover letters, technical descriptions, and price quotes, with clear expectations on content, layout, and criteria for evaluation based on technical approach, past experience, and price. The solicitation stresses the importance of compliance with outlined requirements and provides a structured scoring system for reviewing submissions, encouraging potential bidders to present their most competitive offers. By aiming for the best value, the FRA intends to ensure effective legal support for its expanding property transaction needs.
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeks outside legal counsel services through a multiple-award hybrid Firm Fixed Price (FFP) / Labor Hour (LH) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). The goal is to obtain legal advice and assistance for complex property transactions involving federal interests, primarily related to rail improvement projects. The FRA anticipates a five-year period of performance.
Quoters are required to submit a technical approach detailing their strategy and timelines for working with the FRA. They must also provide information on their corporate experience in representing entities similar to the FRA, focusing on complex property transactions. In addition, fully burdened Labor Hour rates for various labor categories are requested, with the possibility of adding further categories.
Evaluation criteria emphasize the technical approach and corporate experience, with price being a secondary consideration. The FRA aims to award multiple BPAs using FAR Part 13 procedures, with evaluations based on the feasibility and merit of the proposed solutions. Vendors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their quotes electronically by the specified deadline. Key dates include an August 16 clarification deadline and a quote submission deadline of August 30.