Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for the NIST’s Scientific Research for Reducing Risks due to Environmental and Man-made Hazards Project
ID: 1333ND24QNB730002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: OTHER (C219)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c83b00b90a024ad29ff4a98279338fbc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks technical and administrative support for its high-priority project, aiming to reduce risks from environmental and man-made hazards through an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This project requires a diverse range of specialized skills, encompassing problem-focused research and development, technology synthesis, and project planning. The NIST aims to award multiple contracts, each with a five-year term and a maximum cumulative value of $9.75 million, offering a comprehensive solution to its hazard reduction objectives. Interested parties should submit their proposals by the extended deadline of August 30th, 2024, to be considered for this important and impactful initiative.

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    1333ND24QNB730002_Revised_.pdf
    This solicitation outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to provide technical and administrative support for the Reducing Risks due to Environmental and Man-Made Hazards Project, with an expected duration of five years and a ceiling value of $9.75 million. The proposal must include qualifications for specified labor categories, pricing information, and detailed technical approaches, with a clear emphasis on understanding the work requirements and demonstrating proven experience in related tasks. Evaluation will be based on a best value trade-off approach that prioritizes non-price factors such as technical capability and past performance over cost considerations.
    1333ND24QNB730002.pdf
    This document outlines the solicitation for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for Technical and Administrative Support Services related to environmental hazards. The contract aims to provide technical support to enhance resilience against environmental and man-made hazards over a term of five years with a minimum funding of $20,000 and a maximum cumulative value of $9.75 million. Offerors are advised on proposal submission requirements, including technical and pricing volumes, evaluation criteria, and compliance with various government regulations and standards.
    Amendment 0001.pdf
    This amendment aims to publicly address inquiries from interested parties and extend the solicitation response deadline from August 19, 2024, to August 30, 2024, both at 12:00 pm EST.
    Attachment 1.pdf
    The document consists of a series of questions and responses pertaining to a solicitation process for an IDIQ contract by NIST, addressing concerns regarding access to research facilities, key personnel requirements, proposal submission guidelines, and meeting expectations. Key points include that onsite presence for key personnel is not required, task order meetings are dependent on individual task scopes, and the solicitation does not include mock task orders or a requirement for organizational charts. Clarity was provided regarding page limits, documentation expectations for key personnel, and the submission process, emphasizing that all submissions must be electronic.
    Attachment 2 - Pricing Spreadsheet.xlsx
    The document presents a rate summary for various positions over five years, detailing both government (onsite) and contractor (offsite) roles, but all data cells are currently empty. No numerical rates or average escalations are available for review. This indicates incomplete data or potential omission of information regarding compensation for listed roles.
    Attachment 3 - Questions Submission Spreadsheet.xlsx
    The document outlines various components of a solicitation process, including multiple Standard Form 33 (SF-33) submissions, performance work statements, and key personnel listings across several mock task orders. It includes sections on instructions, evaluation factors, and an extensive index of attachments related to IDIQ labor categories. The content indicates a structured approach to facilitate understanding and evaluation of the solicitation requirements.
    Attachment I - Past Performance Questionnaire Template.pdf
    The Past Performance Information Questionnaire is designed for references to evaluate a contractor's performance on a specific project, covering areas such as quality, management, staff retention, timeliness, and cost control. Respondents must complete the questionnaire and provide ratings along with any remarks regarding the contractor's performance, especially if there are deficiencies. The completed questionnaire should be returned electronically to the evaluated vendor for inclusion in their proposal submission.
    Presolicitation Notice_FINAL.pdf
    This pre-solicitation notice announces an upcoming multiple award IDIQ contract for technical and administrative support services related to environmental and man-made hazard risks for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Proposals will be evaluated based on a Best Value trade-off method, with a response deadline anticipated to be 30 days post-solicitation issuance. Interested offerors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for submission.
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