Engineering Services for Physical Security Programs (PSP) and Defensive Equipment and Armored Vehicles (DEAV)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attach B Pricing Worksheet_EngSvcs.xlsx", is a pricing worksheet that bidders must complete and submit as part of Volume 2 of their proposal. It details the estimated hours, labor categories, and associated costs for various tasks.

• Instructions: Bidders are instructed to accurately complete all formulas, verify their correctness, and only propose for tasks they are submitting a bid for. Estimated hours and total amounts for Travel and Materials should not be altered as they are for evaluation purposes. Proposed unit prices for labor categories must be firm-fixed hourly rates, fully burdened.
• Labor Categories: The worksheet outlines specific tasks (e.g., Task 1.1 - Automotive Performance, Task 2.1 - Cybersecurity) and lists the Government's Labor Category (LCAT) required for each. It also includes columns for bidders to enter their proposed hourly rates and calculate total costs across multiple contract years (Base Year, OY1, OY2, OY3, OY4).
• Hours: Hours listed are per task, not per year.
• Travel and Materials: Estimated total amounts for Travel and Materials are provided for each task and should not be altered.
• LCAT Requirements: A separate sheet, "LCAT Reqs," provides detailed education and minimum experience requirements for each labor category.

This worksheet is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposed labor, travel, and materials for each task. Understanding the required labor categories and their associated minimum qualifications (from the "LCAT Reqs" tab) is essential for developing a compliant and competitive proposal. Bidders must ensure all calculations are correct and adhere to the specific instructions for completing the worksheet.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides instructions for the preparation and submission of proposals for Solicitation 19AQMM26R0034. It outlines the requirements for commercial products and services, with a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code of 541330 and a size standard of $25.5 million. The requirement is unrestricted.

The proposal is divided into three volumes:

• Volume I: Technical (Max 23 pages for Factor 1 - Technical) includes Technical Capabilities, Appropriate Facility, and Testing Experience.
• Volume II: Past Performance (Max 2 pages for Factor 2 - Recent and Relevant Past Performance).
• Volume III: Pricing (No page limit for Factor 3 - Price, Cover Page/Introduction, Signed SF-1449, Pricing (excel spreadsheet), Assumptions, Exceptions, and Dependencies, and Subcontracting Plan for large businesses).

The government anticipates awarding multiple indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The award will be made to responsible Offeror(s) whose proposals are determined to be most advantageous based on evaluation factors.

• Submission Deadline: June 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
• Submission Method: Electronic via email to Maria E. Anguiano (AnguianoM@state.gov) and Wanda I. Cruz (CruzWI@state.gov).
• File Format: Readable by Microsoft Office or searchable PDF.
• Evaluation Factors: The government will evaluate proposals based on Technical, Recent and Relevant Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price.
• Questions Deadline: May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.

This requirement is unrestricted. Large businesses must submit a subcontracting plan. Offerors must hold an active Secret Facility Clearance Level.

• Page limits must be strictly adhered to; excess pages will not be reviewed or evaluated.
• Proposals failing to meet mandatory minimum requirements will be eliminated.
• Omission of required information or failure to follow the requested format may result in rejection.
• The government reserves the right to reject proposals with low technical confidence, no confidence past performance, or unreasonably high prices.
• The government may award multiple IDIQ contracts within five defined groups, each encompassing specific tasks.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 19AQMM26R0034) for "Engineering Services for PSP and DEAV." The government is procuring engineering services related to Physical Security Programs (PSP) and Defensive Equipment (DEAV).

• The core service is detailed in Attachment A - Performance Work Statement (PWS) titled "Engineering Services for Physical Security Programs (PSP) and Defensive Equipment (DEAV)."

• This is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• The contract includes ordering periods, with a Base Ordering Period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and subsequent ordering periods.

• Pricing for each ordering period is detailed in Attachment B, "Pricing Worksheet."

• The contract includes an "Automatic Ceiling Carryover Provision" where unobligated ceiling amounts at the end of an ordering period or fiscal year will carry over.

• The maximum contract ceiling is TBD over the life of the contract.

• Contract Type: Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (ID/IQ).

• Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2031.

• Estimated Value: Minimum guarantee of $2,000.00 for the entire five-year period. Maximum is 40 automotive testings for the entire period of performance.

• Delivery Orders may be firm-fixed-price with a reimbursable line item for materials and/or travel, Time and Material (T&M), and Labor Hour (LH).

• Offer Due Date: June 8, 2026, at 17:00 ET.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on factors outlined in Attachment 1 (not provided in this excerpt).

• Key clauses related to offeror responsibilities, contract terms, and conditions are included.

• The acquisition is set aside for "SMALL BUSINESS."

• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services).

• Size Standard: $25.5M.

• Applicable Wage Determinations will be incorporated into the contract.

• Travel costs are cost-reimbursable and must be directly related to contract performance.

• Facility security clearance at the SECRET level is required.

• Contractor Personnel must have a SECRET personnel security clearance.

• A Department of State building pass is required for employees needing frequent access to State facilities.

• Electronic invoicing and payment will be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for engineering and support services for the Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security's Physical Security Division (PSD) and Defensive Equipment and Armored Vehicles (DEAV) programs. The overarching goal is to provide Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDTE) services to enhance the protection capabilities of armored vehicles and hardened structures.

The services encompass several key areas:

• Automotive Testing: Includes performance and reliability testing of armored vehicles, testing of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and runflat testing for armored vehicles.
• Cybersecurity Testing: Focuses on identifying cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies for automotive electronics and onboard systems in armored vehicles.
• Ballistic and Material Testing: Involves research and development on armor materials, components, and armored vehicles, including ballistic and blast testing, forced entry testing, and material characterization (mechanical, impact, accelerated life testing).
• Anti-Ram Engineering and Test: Covers the design, engineering, analysis, and testing of anti-ram barrier systems.
• Blast and Security Engineering and Test: Includes blast mitigation design, blast testing, and general physical security consulting services.

Deliverables include Detailed Test Plans (CDRL A004), Test Reports (CDRL A005), Test Incident Reports (CDRL A008), R&D Project Summaries (CDRL A009), and Modeling and Simulation Reports (CDRL A010), among others. Specific testing protocols and standards (e.g., SAE, FINABEL, NIJ, UL, ASTM, STANAG, SD-STD-01.01) are referenced.

The SOW does not specify a period of performance or place of performance, but it indicates that all contracted activities will be conducted at Contractor-provided facilities.

• Contractors must have access to necessary equipment and facilities.
• Certain tasks may be classified as SECRET, requiring the ability to receive, store, and process information at that level.
• Key Personnel with specific qualifications (Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership, and a Secret clearance or ability to obtain one) are required.
• Contractors are responsible for providing all materials, supplies, and equipment unless otherwise specified in task orders.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies various data items to be delivered by the contractor under the "Engineering Services IDIQ" contract. Each data item (A001 through A011) outlines the title, submission requirements, frequency, and remarks for specific deliverables.

• Data Item Numbers (A001-A011): Each item represents a distinct deliverable, such as Presentation Material, Meeting Minutes, Monthly Status Reports, Test and Evaluation Master Plans, Test Reports, Failure Summary Reports, Management Plans, R&D Project Summaries, and Modeling/Simulation Reports.
• Submission Requirements: Details on the format (e.g., .pdf, .pptx, .docx, .xlsx), delivery timelines (e.g., days after award, days prior to meetings, days after test conduct), and frequency of submission for each data item.
• Authority and Contract Reference: Identifies the specific acquisition document and contract reference for each data item.
• Distribution: Specifies the addressees and number of copies for each deliverable.
• Remarks: Provides additional instructions, such as contractor format acceptability, specific content requirements (e.g., Gantt charts for Management Plan), and government review periods.

This CDRL is crucial for potential bidders as it details the specific reporting and documentation requirements expected throughout the contract performance period. Understanding these deliverables, their formats, and submission deadlines is essential for accurately estimating the effort and resources required to fulfill the contract. It highlights the ongoing communication and reporting obligations, including various review meetings and report submissions, which are critical for successful contract execution.