R--DENALI COMMISSION: STRATEGIC PLANNING REPORT

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140D0426R0022, effective January 23, 2026. It serves to modify the solicitation.

• Item 9A: Amendment of Solicitation Number is confirmed as 140D0426R0022.
• Item 9B: The date associated with the solicitation is 01/23/2026.
• Item 11: This item applies to amendments of solicitations and indicates that the solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. It also states that the hour and date specified for receipt of offers is extended.
• Item 14: The description indicates "DENALI COMMISSION: Strategic Planning Report" and directs the reader to "Please see the attached solicitation and related attachments."

This amendment extends the hour and date specified for the receipt of offers. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so may result in rejection of the offer. If an offeror wishes to change a previously submitted offer, they may do so via letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers, provided it is received prior to the opening hour and date.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a Geopolitical Intelligence service to support the Denali Commission's strategic planning, situational awareness, and mission execution in Alaska and the Arctic. The service aims to provide timely, expert analysis of global geopolitical developments, emerging threats, and strategic trends relevant to the Commission's operational environment.

• Provide data-driven assessments of partnerships with indigenous communities and international counterparts.

• Deliver reports on cooperative efforts between Alaska Native communities and the military regarding environmental challenges.

• Proactively prepare for emerging threats and capitalize on new opportunities driven by global dynamics and technology.

• Assess the need for resources to address climate change impacts on infrastructure and ecosystems.

• Identify opportunities for deep collaboration and partnerships to address threats and create new opportunities.

• Provide practical and actionable recommendations for implementing the President's National Strategy for the Arctic and Executive Orders.

• Focus on bulk fuel programs, energy security, and resilience in energy grids, transportation, and technology & innovation.

• Attend 1-hour weekly Strategic Planning Sessions.

• Deliver seven (7) detailed Strategic Planning/Advisory Reports (approx. 15-25 pages each) with graphics.

• First report due within 60 days of contract award; subsequent reports due within 45-60 days.

• Period of Performance: 12-month Base with two 12-month Option Years.

• Place of Performance: Remote work is permitted; contractor must adhere to government policies for virtual work. In-person meetings may be required in Alaska and Washington, D.C.

• Firm-fixed-price award anticipated.

• Key personnel are subject to government review and potential substitution.

• All agreements and modifications must be formalized by the Contracting Officer (CO).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel pricing template provided for vendors to submit their price proposals. It includes instructions for vendors on how to update the spreadsheet and ensure accuracy in their quoted pricing.

• Instructions for Vendors: Vendors are instructed to update the spreadsheet using formulas or add necessary information for a complete and accurate price proposal. They must double-check all formulas.
• Pricing Structure: The template outlines pricing for a Base Period and two Option Years.
• Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs): Specific CLINs are provided for each item.
• Deliverables: Includes 'Weekly Comprehensive Strategic Planning Sessions' (Firm-Fixed Price), 'Seven Comprehensive Reports and Analysis' (Firm-Fixed Price), and 'Optional: Up to four (4) site visits to Alaska (AK) and Washington, D.C.' (Time and Materials; Not-to-Exceed).
• Labor Rates: For Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts, vendors must still provide labor rates per hour, discount percentages, and total hours. These rates will be used to verify that the proposed pricing is fair and reasonable.

This template is critical for bidders to accurately calculate and submit their pricing. It details the specific services and potential site visits for which pricing is required, broken down by contract period. The inclusion of labor rate fields, even for FFP contracts, indicates a need for detailed cost breakdown for evaluation purposes.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains responses to vendor questions regarding the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for the DENALI COMMISSION: STRATEGIC PLANNING REPORT (Solicitation # 140D0426R0022).

This Q&A spreadsheet addresses specific questions from contractors related to the solicitation. The document is structured with columns for:

• Document Type
• Section
• Clause/Paragraph Title
• Contractor's Question / Comment / Recommendation
• Government's Response (including Amendment #)

This document provides clarifications that may impact how bidders interpret requirements, prepare their proposals, or understand specific sections of the solicitation. Bidders should review the government's responses to ensure their understanding aligns with the contracting agency's intent.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items issued by the Department of the Interior (DOI) / Interior Business Center, Acquisition Services Directorate (AQD), on behalf of the Denali Commission (Denali). The solicitation is for a contract under FAR Parts 12, 13, and 19.5.

While the specific deliverables are detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) (Attachment 1), the CLINs indicate the following types of services:

• Weekly Comprehensive Strategic Planning Sessions (Firm-Fixed Price)

• Seven Comprehensive Reports and Analysis (Firm-Fixed Price)

• Optional site visits to Alaska (AK) and Washington, D.C. (Time and Materials; Not-to-Exceed)

• Contract Type: Anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: 12-month base period, followed by two (2) 12-month option periods. The Government may also exercise up to six (6) additional one-month extensions under FAR 52.217-8.

• Place of Performance: Remote work is permitted, complying with Government policies and regulations.

• Submission of Questions: Due by January 30, 2026, 2:00 PM current Eastern Time, via Excel spreadsheet (Attachment 3).

• Proposal Due Date: February 17, 2026, no later than 2:00 PM current Eastern Time.

• Proposal Format: Two volumes - Volume I (Technical) and Volume II (Price). Technical proposals are limited to 20 pages.

• Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit and price. Technical merit is significantly more important than price. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value, considering technical advantages that justify additional cost.

• This requirement is a total set-aside for small business concerns. Only proposals from small businesses will be considered for award.

• NAICS Code: 541690 “Other Scientific and Technical Consulting” with a small business size standard of $19 million.

• Offerors are strongly encouraged to propose discounts.

• Key personnel are required, and resumes must be submitted.

• Contractor performance evaluations will be conducted via CPARS.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Employee/Contractor Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) required as Attachment 4 to RFP 140D0426R002. It outlines the terms and conditions under which a contractor employee must protect government procurement sensitive information or proprietary business information encountered during the performance of the contract.

• Defines "procurement sensitive information" and "inside information."
• Prohibits disclosure of such information to unauthorized individuals, including other employees who have not signed the agreement.
• Requires use of information solely for official purposes related to the contract.
• Mandates reporting of any unauthorized disclosure.
• Contractor employees must certify they have read and understand the agreement and related policies (FAR 3.104 - Procurement Integrity).
• Agreement is binding during and for one year after the performance of duties.

Potential bidders should be aware that signing this Non-Disclosure Agreement will be a requirement for personnel involved in the "DENALI COMMISSION - STRATEGIC PLANNING REPORT" contract. It signifies the importance of safeguarding sensitive information related to this procurement.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for commercial products and services. The specific procurement details, including the nature of the services or products, are to be found in the "Schedule of Supplies/Services" and related attachments.

• The "Schedule of Supplies/Services" block (Item 20) indicates a "Denali Commission: Strategic Planning Report." Specific details are referenced as being in "attached solicitation and related attachments."

• The solicitation number is 140D0426R0022.

• The issue date is January 23, 2026.

• The offer due date is February 6, 2026, at 1400 ES Local Time.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 541690, with a size standard of $19.

• The solicitation is set aside for Small Business (100.00%).

• Offers are requested via Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Standard clauses FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference and attached.

• Invoices should be submitted to the address shown in Block 18a, unless otherwise specified.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100.00%).

• Offerors are instructed to complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 30.

• The document references "attached solicitation and related attachments" for further details.