36 CS - FOC Installation (DCO Bldg 25008 to MUNS Storage Igloos)
ID: FA524024QM110Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5240 36 CONS LGCAPO, AP, 96543-4040, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DG01)

Set Aside

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

    The US Air Force is seeking quotes from small businesses for a 100% Total Small Business Set Aside contract to install fiber optic cable between DCO Building 25008 and MUNS Storage Igloos in Yigo, Guam. This project requires careful planning and on-site inspections, essential for understanding the local landscape and challenges, mandatorily attending a pre-proposal site visit. The $19.0M contract will be awarded based on technical merit, pricing, and past performance, with clauses ensuring compliance with federal regulations and worker protections. Quotes are due by 14:30 CHST on September 10, 2024, with no extensions, and should be emailed to the specified contacts.

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    The file contains a comprehensive list of clauses and provisions that will be incorporated into a contract for the procurement of telecommunications services and equipment. It outlines the terms and conditions governing access, ordering, cancellation, and unique item identification requirements, emphasizing the need for compliance with specific military and federal regulations. The contract will be awarded based on factors like technical capability, price, and past performance, with representations and certifications from the offerors regarding their eligibility, compliance, and responsibility. These clauses aim to ensure a fair and transparent process while adhering to national security and trade agreement considerations.
    The file details a mandatory pre-proposal site visit for a government solicitation, scheduled from August 19th to 23rd, 2024. The visit pertains to a Fiber Optic Cable (FOC) Installation project between DCO Building 25008 and MUNS Storage Igloos. The visit is organized to allow offerors to inspect the site and understand the local conditions, as mandated by FAR 52.237-1. Offerors are limited to two personnel each and must coordinate their attendance with the provided Points of Contact (POCs), providing necessary information for access. The visit is crucial as it allows bidders to gain essential insights into the project's physical requirements and potential challenges, which will greatly impact their proposals.
    The file contains a Service Contract Act wage determination, which establishes minimum wages for specific occupations in service contracts with the federal government. It applies to states like Guam, the Northern Marianas, and Wake Island. The document details numerous occupational codes, each with a job title and corresponding minimum wage, potentially supplemented by benefits like health & welfare coverage and paid vacation. Some occupations have additional differentials for hazardous work or night shifts. The conformances process is outlined for handling unlisted occupations, ensuring compliance with the Service Contract Act. Essentially, it serves as a comprehensive guide to wage requirements and employment benefits for government service contracts, aiming to protect workers' rights and create a level playing field for contractors.
    The government agency seeks quotes for a contract, emphasizing the use of registered firms in the System for Award Management database. The deadline for submissions is firm, with no extensions, and all quotes must be emailed to specified addresses. A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled, and attendees are to refer to Attachment 3 for details. The agency encourages potential vendors to ask questions and submit Requests for Information before the stated deadline. Attachments included with the RFP contain further details on provisions, work requirements, site visit instructions, and wage determinations.
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