Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Legal Support Services
ID: 2032H324R00019Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEDEPARTMENTAL OFFICESNATIONAL OFFICE - DO OTPS/TOPSNEW CARROLLTON, MD, 20706, USA

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Offices of Lawyers (541110)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: LEGAL (R418)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 13, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Sep 13, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Sep 16, 2024, 1:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of the Treasury is seeking proposals for legal support services for the Office of General Counsel (OGC) under Request for Proposal (RFP) #2032H324R00019. The procurement aims to secure expert legal guidance related to various Treasury initiatives, particularly those addressing the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including compliance with financial assistance programs and complex financial transactions. These services are crucial for ensuring legal oversight and compliance as the Treasury navigates the complexities of supporting the aviation industry and other affected sectors. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically by 9:00 AM ET on September 16, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Acacia Harris at Acacia.j.harris@irs.gov or Kathleen Guyther at kathleen.a.guyther@irs.gov. The total contract value is expected to reach a maximum of $10 million, with individual task orders capped at $7.5 million.

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Sep 13, 2024, 7:17 PM UTC
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) #2032H324R00019 to solicit legal support services for the Office of General Counsel (OGC). The RFP outlines the terms and conditions for providing these services under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), which is expected to accumulate a maximum of $10 million across multiple Task Orders, with individual orders capped at $7.5 million. It highlights that the services are to be performed by independent contractors not under government supervision. Key sections detail the proposal submission process, evaluation criteria, and pricing models based on labor categories, including legal assistants and paralegals. The contract requires adherence to the Service Contract Act wage determinations and specifies that deliverables, including all reports and documents, become property of the Department of the Treasury. The anticipated contract term spans five years with initial performance expected from November 21, 2024. It also discusses the annual review of the BPA and the importance of addressing potential conflicts of interest. The RFP emphasizes electronic invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform, stipulating requirements for invoice submissions. Overall, the document serves as a formal solicitation that facilitates open competition for providing essential legal support services to the Treasury's OGC.
Sep 13, 2024, 7:17 PM UTC
The document outlines the Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Legal Support Services at the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of the General Counsel (OGC). In response to severe economic challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Treasury established financial assistance programs aimed at supporting the aviation sector and other affected businesses. To facilitate these programs, the Treasury requires legal expertise in various areas, including equity and debt financial transactions, compliance, asset management, and oversight requests. The contractor's specific responsibilities include advising on the management and disposition of financial instruments, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and providing detailed guidance on complex transactions. Deliverables will encompass legal documentation, compliance reports, and status updates, all subject to government review. The agreement is set for an initial period from November 21, 2024, to November 20, 2025, with options for renewal. It emphasizes the need for qualified personnel with extensive legal backgrounds and outlines protocols for security and confidentiality. This BPA is critical for helping the Treasury navigate legal complexities associated with financial transactions arising from legislative responses to the pandemic.
Sep 13, 2024, 7:17 PM UTC
The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) outlines procedures to ensure that contractors meet performance standards specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The QASP aims to monitor and evaluate contractor performance, emphasizing results over compliance, allowing contractors flexibility in executing tasks as long as performance objectives are met. Key roles include the Contracting Officer, responsible for contract compliance and administration, and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), who conducts oversight and evaluates performance through regular inspections and feedback. Required performance standards and acceptable quality levels are detailed in Attachment 1, along with methodologies for monitoring performance, including random sampling and periodic inspections. A feedback loop supports continuous improvement, with contractors required to rectify any deficiencies. The plan also emphasizes the importance of customer satisfaction as a measure of service effectiveness, establishing clear communication expectations. The structured methodology aims to uphold high-quality performance to successfully fulfill government contract requirements while allowing for adaptive management strategies.
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for legal services related to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s initiatives supporting the aviation industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Key programs established include loans and the Payroll Support Program, enacted through various legislations such as the CARES Act. The contract seeks expert legal guidance on agreements, equity and debt instruments, compliance with program requirements, and oversight support. The contractor is required to possess extensive experience in complex financial transactions, securities law, bankruptcies, and advising federal agencies. Specific tasks include advising on debt disposition, asset management, compliance issues, and providing general legal services as needed. Deliverables encompass monthly status reports and timely responses to advisory requests, reflecting a clear timeline for different tasks. Work is to be performed remotely without anticipated travel. The contract period is set from November 2024 to November 2026, with general availability during standard business hours. The document emphasizes thorough oversight and accurate reporting to streamline Treasury's legal needs related to the economic support programs for aviation businesses.
Sep 13, 2024, 7:17 PM UTC
The document pertains to labor categories and projected costs associated with legal support services in response to a government Request for Proposal (RFP). It outlines the various labor categories, including Partner, Counsel, Associate, and Legal Assistant/Paralegal, and specifies hourly rates for each category. The document details the total estimated labor hours across different periods, including the Base Period and multiple Option Periods, summing to a total contribution of 1,960 and 2,050 hours for each phase, respectively. Additionally, it provides a breakdown of anticipated material costs for services such as shipping and access to databases, setting a total ceiling for these supplementary costs. The objective is to enable potential contractors to propose alternate labor categories, if applicable, while maintaining transparency regarding the expected financial and labor requirements for providing legal services. Overall, the document serves to inform potential vendors of the government's requirements for legal support and sets parameters for pricing and services, key for submitting competitive proposals within the federal contracting framework.
Sep 13, 2024, 7:17 PM UTC
The Department of the Treasury, specifically the IRS Procurement Office, has released Request for Proposal (RFP) # 2032H324R00019, seeking legal support services from interested parties. This RFP, associated with the Office of General Counsel, focuses on assisting various Treasury initiatives, particularly those related to pandemic-related programs, such as the Payroll Support Program and the CARES Act section 4003 loan program. The required services encompass legal advice on equity and debt transactions and asset management. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically by 9:00 AM ET on September 16, 2024. Questions related to the RFP must be directed via email by 10:00 AM ET on August 15, 2024, with all inquiries consolidated and answered through an RFP amendment. Proposals should represent the best technical and price offers, as the government intends to award contracts without discussions. The document emphasizes the importance of following communication protocols strictly, warning that unauthorized contacts could lead to disqualification. The RFP signifies the government’s commitment to navigate complex legal transactions essential for post-pandemic recovery efforts.
Sep 13, 2024, 7:17 PM UTC
The document addresses a government Request for Proposals (RFP), specifically confirming the status of a contract related to certain services. It clarifies that this is a recompete requirement for the existing contract number 2032H323C00033, indicating that there was an incumbent previously engaged in providing these services. This request reinforces transparency in the procurement process, allowing potential bidders to understand whether they are entering a competitive landscape against an established provider. The emphasis on identifying whether the contract is new or a recompete highlights the importance of incumbent performance in government contracting and the continuity of service as a consideration for future bids.
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