ICE San Antonio Court Reporter Services
ID: 70CDCR25Q00000001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENTDETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALSWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

NAICS

Office Administrative Services (561110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: OTHER (R699)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bb7e4bb1a0d44198b38ca441bc33d2d0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is seeking quotes for court reporter services for virtual court proceedings scheduled from November 12 to 15, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. The procurement is a total small business set-aside, requiring submissions from active small businesses certified in the System for Award Management (SAM) under NAICS code 561110. The selected contractor will provide certified court reporters capable of securely recording witness testimonies and delivering transcripts within specified timelines, while adhering to strict security protocols. Interested parties must submit their technical proposals and pricing by October 25, 2024, with questions due by October 22, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Brittany Tobias at brittany.tobias@ice.dhs.gov or Briana Jones at briana.jones@ice.dhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brittany Tobias
    brittany.tobias@ice.dhs.gov
    Briana Jones
    (202) 494-6308
    briana.jones@ice.dhs.gov
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    2.2.1-Attachment 1 - SNA_Court Reporter Services_SOW_Final.pdf
    The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in San Antonio, Texas, aims to secure court reporting services for virtual court proceedings occurring from November 12 to 15, 2024. The contractor must provide a certified court reporter equipped to remotely record witness testimonies, using secure platforms like Government Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Required performance metrics include identifying the court reporter by November 5, maintaining the integrity of proceedings records, handling exhibits, and delivering transcripts to involved parties within ten days post-hearing. Security protocols necessitate rigorous background checks for contractors and their employees, ensuring access to sensitive information is restricted and monitored. Invoicing procedures are detailed, and all deliverables remain under the government's ownership. The contract underscores compliance with enhanced security and privacy standards, including training in IT security and privacy regulations. The outlined scope and performance criteria illustrate ICE's commitment to maintaining efficient judicial processes while safeguarding sensitive information throughout virtual court activities.
    2.2.1-Attachment 2 - WD 2015-5253 Rev.24.pdf
    The Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, establishes the minimum wage requirements for service contracts, particularly in Texas districts. As of 2024, contracts awarded after January 30, 2022, are subject to Executive Order 14026, which mandates a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour. For contracts active between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, the wage under Executive Order 13658 is $12.90 per hour. The document lists various occupations and their corresponding wage rates, detailing labor standards that contractors must adhere to, including fringe benefits like healthcare and paid leave. It also lays out the conformance process for any unlisted job classifications, ensuring fair compensation across all roles within covered contracts. The purpose of this document is to guide compliance with labor regulations, providing a framework for fair wages and benefits for employees on federal contracts while addressing contractor obligations to adhere to these standards.
    2.2.1-SAM_Solicitation_70CDCR25Q00000001_Final.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security is soliciting quotes for Court Reporter Services in San Antonio, Texas, scheduled for November 12-15, 2024. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside and requires submissions from active small businesses certified in the System for Award Management (SAM) under NAICS code 561110. The government intends to issue a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order based on the evaluation of technical capability and price, adhering to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Quoters must submit their technical proposals and pricing in two separate volumes, demonstrating their capability as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). Key deadlines include questions by October 22, 2024, and quotes due by October 25, 2024. Technical capability submissions are limited to five pages, emphasizing thorough understanding and detail in addressing the SOW. The evaluation will focus on the technical acceptability of proposals, followed by price reasonableness. All queries must be directed to specified contacts within ICE. This solicitation is part of the government's efforts to ensure compliance with federal contracting standards while promoting small business participation.
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