RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3: 621II Medical Laboratory Testing & Analysis Services

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0012) to solicitation 797-FSS-04-0001-R3, originally dated 06/06/2018, updates and incorporates new clauses and provisions. The key changes include:

• Incorporation of Clauses:

  • GSAM/GSAR 552.238-116, Option to Extend the Term of the FSS Contract (MAR 2022) - This is a new clause allowing the government to extend the contract for an additional 5-year period, exercisable up to three times with 30 days written notice.
  • FAR 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (MAR 2000) - This clause is updated. The original version specified "To be determined at the task order level" for extension notice periods and total duration. The updated clause's specific terms are detailed on pages 2 and 3 of the amendment.
  • A-FSS-11, Consideration of Offers Under Standing Solicitation (DEC 2022) - This is a new provision indicating the solicitation is a standing solicitation with no closing date for offers. Offers can be submitted anytime, but may be rejected if deficiencies are not addressed within timeframes set by the Contracting Officer. Contracts awarded under this provision will be in effect for 5 years, unless extended, canceled, or terminated.

• The solicitation itself is amended to incorporate the clauses and provision listed above.

• Specific details regarding the updated FAR 52.217-9 and the new GSAM/GSAR 552.238-116 and A-FSS-11 are provided on pages 2 and 3 of the amendment.

• This amendment does not explicitly extend the hour and date for receipt of offers.

• Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so may result in offer rejection.

• Offerors may change previously submitted offers by referencing this amendment, provided the changes are received before the specified opening hour and date.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0012) to solicitation 797-FSS-04-0001-R3 updates and incorporates new clauses and provisions:

• GSAM/GSAR 552.238-116, Option to Extend the Term of the FSS Contract: This clause is newly added (March 2022) and allows the Government to extend the contract for an additional 5-year period, potentially up to three times. The Contracting Officer will provide written notice 30 days before expiration.
• FAR 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract: This clause (March 2000) is updated. It allows the Government to extend the contract term with written notice to the Contractor. The preliminary notice of intent to extend must be given at least to be determined at the task order level days before expiration. The total contract duration, including options, cannot exceed a specified term (to be determined).
• A-FSS-11, Consideration of Offers Under Standing Solicitation: This provision is newly added (December 2022). It clarifies that this is a standing solicitation with no closing date for offers. Offers can be submitted anytime. The Government may reject offers if deficiencies are not addressed within established timeframes. Contracts awarded under this solicitation are for 5 years, with potential extensions per GSAR 552.238-116.

• The solicitation itself is amended.

• Clauses and provisions related to contract extension and offer consideration have been added or updated.

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the hour and date for receipt of offers, but it does incorporate a new provision (A-FSS-11) regarding the standing nature of the solicitation and offer submission/rejection criteria. Bidders should review the incorporated clauses and provision for their impact on offer preparation and potential contract performance.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document provides wage determinations for various locations, likely related to labor standards for government contracts. It specifies the prevailing wage rates and revision details for different states, counties, and townships.

• State: The state where the wage determination applies.
• County: The county within the state.
• Township/City/Plantation: Specific locality within the county.
• Wage Determination: The assigned wage determination number.
• Revision Number: Indicates the revision level of the wage determination.
• Revision Date: The date of the revision.

Bidders must review this document to understand the prevailing wage requirements for labor on this contract. This information is crucial for accurately estimating labor costs and ensuring compliance with labor laws, which may be a requirement of the solicitation. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to contract violations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "02_VendorResponse_621II_R3_20180606.docx", is a comprehensive vendor response package required for all offerors responding to the solicitation. It includes various forms and sections that must be completed to submit a valid proposal.

• Vendor Response Sections: Covers essential forms like Signatory Authority, Agent Authorization, SF-1449, and details on estimated sales, introduction of new products/services, scope of solicitation, business size determination, delivery schedules, and proposal requirements.
• Commercial Sales Practices: Requires detailed information on proposed pricing, additional charges/discounts, and commercial catalog/pricelist submission.
• Technical Proposal: Outlines requirements for demonstrating corporate experience, organizational staff, technical approach, and capabilities by SIN category.
• Past Performance Evaluation: For new offerors without prior GSA/VA FSS contracts, requiring references.
• Small Business Subcontracting Plan: Mandatory for "other than small businesses" with offers exceeding $700,000.
• Checklists and Forms: Includes a proposal checklist and various administrative forms for company information, signatory authority, agent authorization, and compliance confirmations.

This document is critical for all potential bidders as it dictates the structure and content of their proposal. It details all required forms, information, and documentation needed to respond to the solicitation, including specific requirements for pricing, technical capabilities, past performance, and business status. Failure to complete these sections accurately and thoroughly may result in disqualification.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains wage determinations for various locations. It is relevant for bidders to understand labor cost requirements for the opportunity.

• State: The state where the wage determination applies.
• County: The county within the state.
• Township/Plantation/Unorganized Territory: Specific locality within the county.
• Wage Determination: The identifier for the specific wage determination.
• Revision Number and Date: Indicates the version and effective date of the wage determination.

This attachment provides crucial information regarding prevailing wage rates that may be applicable to labor employed under the contract. Bidders should review these wage determinations to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal labor laws when preparing their proposals.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, dated 06-06-2018, corrects the "Notice Regarding Distribution and Pricing Agreements (DAPA)" clause. The changes aim to:

• Remove the exemption for DAPA sales from reporting requirements.
• Remove language concerning Prime Vendor sales, as it is not applicable to this schedule.

The revised version of the notice is titled "Notice Regarding Schedule Sales" and is dated FEB 2019.

• The "Notice Regarding Distribution and Pricing Agreements (DAPA)" note, which was part of contract clause 552.238-74 Industrial Funding Fee and Sales Reporting (Jan 2016, Tailored).
• Page 2 of the original solicitation contains the old and revised versions of the notice.

This amendment does not explicitly state any changes to proposal deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors. However, it clarifies reporting requirements for FSS sales, including those under Department of Defense Distribution and Pricing Agreements (DAPA) and Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) referencing FSS contracts. The previous distinction for DAPA sales and the inclusion of Prime Vendor purchases (except DAPA) have been removed and replaced with a unified reporting requirement for FSS sales.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains wage determinations for various locations, likely related to labor standards for government contracts. It specifies wage rates, revision numbers, and revision dates for different states, counties, and townships.

• State: The state for which the wage determination applies.
• County: The county within the state.
• Township/City: Specific towns, cities, or unorganized territories within the county.
• Wage Determination: The specific wage determination number.
• Revision Number: The revision number for the wage determination.
• Revision Date: The date of the revision.

Bidders should review this document to understand the prevailing wage requirements for labor on this contract, particularly if the contract involves services subject to the Service Contract Act or Davis-Bacon Act. This information is crucial for accurate cost estimation and ensuring compliance with labor laws.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0004) to Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, dated 06-06-2018, introduces several updates:

• ITEM 1: Revises the "Electronic Acceptance of Offers (Mar 2020)" clause, detailing requirements for electronic submissions, file formats, email addresses, subject lines, and attachment limitations. It also clarifies the acceptance of digital signatures and the date restriction for SF1449 signatures.
• ITEM 2: Updates various FAR, GSAR, and VAAR clauses and provisions. This includes adding, removing, or revising clauses related to System for Award Management (SAM), reporting executive compensation, telecommunications equipment, responsibility matters, commercial items, task-order ombudsmen, evaluation of options, hazardous materials, ozone-depleting substances, aerosols, foams, federal/state/local taxes, assignment of claims, F.O.B. terms, marking, preservation/packaging, packing lists, and GSA acquisition terms.
• ITEM 3: Revises the "Small Business Subcontracting Plan Template (April 2019)," "Signatory Authority Form (Jan 2020)," and "Proposal Checklist (Mar 2020)."
• ITEM 4: Revises "Document 03 – Price Proposal Preparation (Dec 2019)," with specific details provided in an Excel file attachment.

• Electronic Acceptance of Offers (Mar 2020)

• Various FAR, GSAR, and VAAR clauses and provisions (detailed list provided in the amendment)

• Small Business Subcontracting Plan Template, Signatory Authority Form, Proposal Checklist

• Price Proposal Preparation Document

• The amendment extends the hour and date for receipt of offers.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Changes to offers already submitted are permitted if communicated properly and received before the opening hour and date.

• Specific instructions regarding electronic submission, file formats, and signature requirements are updated.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains pricing information for the solicitation. It includes several sheets detailing price proposals, test send-outs, non-manufacturers, and awards. Bidders are expected to use these sheets to provide their pricing data in accordance with the solicitation instructions.

• Price Proposal Sheet: Requires product information, laboratory certification codes, country of origin, sales data, commercial list price, MFC Net Price, and proposed FSS prices (with and without IFF).
• Test Send-Outs Proposal Sheet: Similar to the Price Proposal but specifically for test send-outs, including subcontractor information and TSO FSS prices.
• NonManufacturers Sheet: Lists manufacturers, part numbers, product descriptions, and pricing.
• Figure 515.4-2 CSP-1 Sheet: Requires specific date ranges for transactional data and commercial agreements, along with customer, discount, quantity/volume, FOB terms, and additional discounts or concessions.
• Non-TSO Price Analysis & TSO Price Analysis Sheets: Provide a breakdown of commercial list price, MFC Net Price, TC Net Price, and proposed FSS prices, along with discount percentages and price comparisons.
• Non-TSO Award & TSO Award Sheets: Detail awarded items, tracking customer names, tracking ratios, and FSS prices.

This Excel file is critical for bidders to accurately populate their pricing proposals. It outlines the specific format and data points required for various pricing scenarios, including standard products, test send-outs, and specific government figures like Figure 515.4-2. Completing these sheets correctly is essential for a compliant and competitive bid.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0005) to Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, dated 06-06-2018, makes several updates to regulations, special language, and templates/forms. Key changes include:

• Removal of Clause: 52.222-17 Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers (May 2014) has been removed.
• Revision of Regulations and Documents: Several FAR and GSAR regulations have been updated. Specifically:
  • Document 03 – Price Proposal Preparation (Dec 2020) is now included as an attachment.
  • The Small Business Subcontracting Plan Template (Oct 2020) has been updated.
• Updated Clauses and Provisions: Numerous FAR clauses and provisions have been updated to newer versions, including but not limited to:
  • 52.202-1 Definitions (Jun 2020)
  • 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (Jun 2020)
  • 52.203-13 Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (Jun 2020)
  • 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (Jun 2020)
  • 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Oct 2020)
  • 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Aug 2020)
  • 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (Nov 2020)
  • 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items (Nov 2020)
  • 52.219-9 Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Jun 2020)
  • 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans (Jun 2020)
  • 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (Jun 2020)
  • 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Veterans (Jun 2020)
  • 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (Oct 2020)
  • 52.222-55 Minimum Wages under Executive Order 13658 (Nov 2020)

This amendment affects various sections of the original solicitation by updating clauses, provisions, and attached documents. A detailed table comparing old and new references is provided starting on page 2 of the amendment.

Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. If an offer has already been submitted, changes may be made via letter or electronic communication referencing this amendment. Failure to acknowledge may result in offer rejection. Bidders should review all updated clauses and documents to ensure their proposals comply with the latest requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains pricing proposal templates for various sheets, including 'Price Proposal', 'Test Send-Outs Proposal', 'Non-TSO Price Analysis', 'TSO Price Analysis', and 'TSO Award'. It also includes reference sheets for 'LC Codes' and 'Country Codes'. Bidders are expected to provide current, accurate, and complete information in these formats.

• Price Proposal Sheets: Require detailed information on SIN#, Item #, Product Name/Description, Laboratory Certification (LC) Codes, Country of Origin, unit/sales data, Commercial List Price, MFC Net Price, MFC % Off Comm. List Price, MFC Name, Proposed Tracking Customer (TC) Name, Proposed TC Net Price, TC % Off Comm. List Price, Total TC sales, Total Gov't sales, Proposed FSS Price (with and without IFF), and FSS Discount (%).
• Figure 515.4-2 CSP-1: Requires specific dates for the transactional data and commercial agreements used, as well as details on Customer, Discount, Quantity/Volume, FOB Terms, and Additional Discounts/Concessions.
• NonManufacturers Sheet: Requires SIN#, Manufacturer Name, Manufacturer Part #, Dealer/Reseller Part #, Product Description, Manufacturer List Price, and Dealer/Reseller % discount.
• LC Codes & Country Codes: These sheets provide reference data for Laboratory Certification Codes and Country Codes, respectively, to be used in populating other sheets.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the required format for submitting pricing information. Accurate and complete data entry in these templates is essential for proposal evaluation and compliance with solicitation requirements. Bidders must ensure the data provided is current as of 60 days prior to submission and reflects the specified date ranges for transactional data.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0006) to solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3 incorporates the clause 52.223-99, "Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors (Oct 2021) (Deviation)". The full text of this clause is provided in the continuation pages of this amendment.

• Clause 52.223-99 has been added to the solicitation.

• All terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged, except as provided herein. Bidders should review the incorporated clause for any potential impact on their offer or compliance requirements. The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the offer receipt deadline.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R306-06-2018 by incorporating revisions to clause 552.238-80, "Industrial Funding Fee and Sales Reporting (Jul 2020, Tailored – Dec 2023)". The primary change is the reduction of the grace period for reporting sales and remitting the Industrial Funding Fee (IFF) from 60 days to 30 days after the close of the quarter. Fiscal Year 2024, Quarter 1 sales reporting must adhere to this new 30-day timeframe.

• Clause 552.238-80, "Industrial Funding Fee and Sales Reporting (Jul 2020, Tailored – Dec 2023)"

• Bidders must be aware of the shortened 30-day period for reporting sales and remitting the IFF, effective for FY24 Q1 reporting.

• The clause details that sales must be reported quarterly, including "zero" sales, within 30 calendar days following the completion of each reporting quarter.

• The IFF is set at 1.0% of total quarterly sales and must be remitted within 30 calendar days after the end of the reporting quarter.

• Failure to comply with these reporting and remittance requirements can result in contract termination for cause.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0008) modifies Solicitation Number RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, dated 01-01-2025, to revise the Scope of Solicitation. The primary change allows for geographic service areas to be awarded to offerors that do not provide nationwide coverage, deviating from previous requirements.

• Scope of Solicitation: Revisions clarify that awards may be made for geographic service areas other than nationwide.

• Geographic Coverage Requirements: The amendment adjusts the minimum geographic coverage requirement, stating that offerors must provide service to at least one state to be considered for award.

• Licensing and Compliance: Emphasizes that offerors must comply with all state, federal, and local regulations, licenses, permits, and accreditations necessary for pre-analytic specimen testing services, including out-of-state licensing requirements. Subcontractors cannot be used to circumvent these requirements.

• Commercial Items / SINs: Clarifies that offered diagnostic testing services must fall under accepted Special Item Numbers (SINs) and be classified according to CLIA, with CPT codes. Home diagnostic tests are excluded from this solicitation.

• FDA Regulatory Requirements: Reagents must be FDA cleared or identified as a Laboratory Developed Test (LDT).

• New Items: The solicitation remains for new items only; refurbished or "grey market goods" are prohibited.

• Trade Agreements Act: Applicable, with origin determined by the country where the service firm is established.

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the hour and date for receipt of offers, but it does extend the time for receipt of offers.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Offerors may need to adjust their proposed geographic coverage and ensure compliance with updated licensing and accreditation requirements for specific states.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (No. 0010, effective 07-25-2025) modifies Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, originally dated 06-06-2018.

Key changes include:

• Updated Regulations and Clauses: Several FAR clauses and provisions have been updated to newer versions or incorporated with deviations. Notable changes include:
  • FAR 52.203-17 (Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights) updated to NOV 2023.
  • FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Products and Commercial Services) updated to May 2024 with a Feb 2025 Deviation.
  • FAR 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services) updated to Jan 2025 with a Feb 2025 Deviation.
  • FAR 52.226-8 (Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving) updated to May 2024.
• New Responsibility Evaluation Document: A new document for Responsibility Evaluation has been added, which should be completed for new offers and follow-on offers.

• The amendment updates various FAR clauses and introduces a new Responsibility Evaluation document.

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the hour and date for receipt of offers, but bidders should review all updated clauses and the new Responsibility Evaluation document for any impact on their proposals. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0011) to solicitation 797-FSS-04-0001-R3, originally dated 06/06/2018, introduces the following updates:

• Incorporation of GSAM Clause 552.238-120: This new clause, "Economic Price Adjustment – Federal Supply Schedule Contracts (Tailored) (Sep 2024)", replaces the previous GSAM/R 552.216-70. It outlines procedures for economic price adjustments (EPA) based on agreed-upon methods, including mechanisms for price increases and decreases, and specifies conditions and requirements for submitting EPA requests.
• Update to Responsibility Evaluation: The "Responsibility Evaluation" document has been updated to "October 2025". This section details requirements for new Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) offers, including the submission of contractor qualifications and financial information (annual financial statements or alternative documentation for new contractors) to determine financial responsibility.
• Update to Signature Authority Form: The "Signature Authority" form has been updated to "August 2025". This form clarifies the process for identifying individuals delegated authority to sign FSS offers and contracts, distinguishing between company officers and other authorized signatories.

• GSAM Clause (replaced)

• Responsibility Evaluation document

• Signature Authority form

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the hour and date for receipt of offers, but bidders should review the updated Responsibility Evaluation and Signature Authority documents for any impact on their submission preparation and process.

Solicitation

This document is a standing solicitation for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Program, specifically for "621 II: Medical Laboratory Testing and Analysis Services" (Service Code: Q301). It establishes long-term government-wide contracts allowing VA and other agencies to acquire laboratory testing and analysis services.

• Performance of pre-analytic processing, analysis, and result interpretation for clinical and anatomical pathology specimens.

• Transportation of specimens to the contractor's laboratory, including provision of shipping containers.

• Reporting of analytical test results and consultative services.

• Maintenance of licensing and accreditation from relevant bodies (e.g., CLIA, CAP).

• Provision of malpractice liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence.

• Compliance with HIPAA regulations.

• Contractor is responsible for performing a minimum of 90% of the test menu items.

• Type: Fixed-price with economic price adjustment, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Schedule contracts.

• Period of Performance: Contracts are in effect for 5 years from the date of award, with options to extend up to 10 years total.

• Minimum Guarantee: $2,500.

• Offers must be submitted electronically via email to vafssoffers@va.gov.

• Proposals require completion of specific documents, including Vendor Response Document 02 and Pricelist Proposal Preparation Document 03.

• Evaluation is based on "best value" determination, considering factors such as price, past performance, quality, and expertise.

• A pre-award review may be conducted for offers exceeding $3,000,000 per year.

• Key submission requirements include registration in SAM, submission of required documents, and adherence to electronic submission protocols.

• Open to all responsible offerors.

• Specific clauses related to small business utilization (e.g., 52.219-8, 52.219-9) are included, indicating potential for set-asides at the order level.

• Offerors must complete GSA's "Pathway to Success" seminar if they are new offerors without an existing FSS contract.

• All electronic and information technology submitted must be Section 508 compliant.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically via VA's Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System (Tungsten).

• Significant changes were made since the previous solicitation (RFP-797-FS-04-0001-R2), including additions, deletions, and updates to various FAR and agency clauses. A detailed list of these changes is provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "04 - Overseas Delivery Vendor Response," is a form that bidders must complete only if they are offering overseas delivery as defined in Document 02 - Vendor Response. It details the specific clauses, response requirements, and pricing formats applicable to overseas deliveries.

• Overseas Delivery Clauses: Includes specific clauses related to overseas coverage, submission requirements (English language, U.S. Currency), characteristics of electric current, marking and documentation, transshipments, and foreign taxes/duties.
• Vendor Response Sections: Requires continuation of SF 1449 (Blocks 19-21) for the Schedule of Items, including specific Special Item Numbers (SINs) for various laboratory services (e.g., Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology). It also requires designation of geographic areas/countries/zones for overseas coverage.
• Commercial Delivery Schedule: Details requirements for delivery times (routine and expedited) after receipt of order (ARO) for supplies and shipping items necessary for test performance.
• Turnaround Time (TAT) Proposal: Requires bidders to specify maximum TAT and assay schedules for tests offered to the Government and commercial customers, along with business days and hours of operation.
• Results Delivery Information: Outlines options for delivering test results (facsimile or website access) and associated requirements.
• Testing/Pickup Procedures: Requires bidders to detail specimen analysis request procedures, including shipping/pickup logistics.
• Trafficking in Persons Certification: Mandates submission of a certification regarding compliance plans for contracts exceeding $500,000 for supplies or services acquired/performed outside the U.S.
• Proposed Pricing: Requires specific formats for pricing, including an Excel spreadsheet detailing product information, Most Favored Customer (MFC) and Tracking Customer (TC) pricing, and an all-inclusive FSS price. It also requires completion of the Commercial Sales Practices Format (CSP-1) for overseas sales.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to offer services for overseas delivery. It outlines the specific contractual clauses, service categories (SINs), delivery and turnaround time expectations, reporting methods, and detailed pricing and commercial sales practice disclosures required for overseas operations. Failure to complete this document accurately and comprehensively may result in rejection of an offer for overseas delivery.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) to Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, dated 06-06-2018, incorporates updated Wage Determinations (September 2019).

• Wage Determinations (September 2019) are attached as an Excel spreadsheet.

• The amendment does not explicitly state changes to the offer receipt deadline. Offerors are reminded to acknowledge receipt of this amendment as per the original solicitation instructions.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment approves a class deviation to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 22.8, Equal Employment Opportunity. It directs the cessation of enforcement of FAR policies related to the now-revoked Executive Order 11246, "Equal Employment Opportunity." This action is in response to Executive Order (E.O.) 14173, which "Ended Illegal Discrimination and Restored Merit Based Opportunity."

• FAR subpart 22.8, Equal Employment Opportunity.
• Associated provisions and clauses.
• Pages 2-13 of the document contain a summary of changes and updated clauses.

No explicit impact on proposal deadlines or submission requirements is stated in this amendment. However, bidders should review the updated clauses and policies on pages 2-13 to ensure compliance with the revised Equal Employment Opportunity regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains pricing proposal templates for various sheets, including 'Price Proposal', 'Test Send-Outs Proposal', 'Figure 515.4-2', 'NonManufacturers', 'Non-TSO Price Analysis', 'TSO Price Analysis', 'Non-TSO Award', and 'TSO Award'. It outlines the required fields for bidders to submit their pricing information, including commercial list prices, net prices, discounts, and FSS pricing with or without IFF.

• Price Proposal & Test Send-Outs Proposal: Columns for SIN#, Item #, Product Name/Description, Country of Origin, Commercial List Price, MFC Net Price, MFC % Off, MFC Name, Proposed Tracking Customer (TC) Name, Proposed TC Net Price, TC % Off, FSS Price (with/without IFF), and FSS Discount.
• Figure 515.4-2: Requires specific date entry and details for Customer, Discount, Quantity/Volume, FOB Terms, and Additional Discounts/Concessions.
• NonManufacturers: Fields for SIN#, Mfr Name, Mfr Part #, Dealer/Reseller Part #, Product Description, Mfr List Price, and Dealer/Reseller % discount.
• Non-TSO Price Analysis & TSO Price Analysis: Columns for SIN#, Item #, Commercial List Price, MFC Net Price, MFC Discount (%), Proposed TC Net Price, TC Discount (%), Proposed FSS Price (w/out IFF), Proposed FSS Discount (%), and whether the proposed government price is less than or equal to the MFC price.
• Non-TSO Award & TSO Award: Columns for SIN#, Item #, Product Name/Description, Tracking Ratio, FSS Price (with/without IFF), and an indicator for awarded items.
• Country Codes: A comprehensive list of countries and their corresponding codes.

Bidders must use these templates to accurately populate and submit their pricing proposals. The 'Figure 515.4-2' and 'Non-TSO Price Analysis' sheets require specific attention to detail regarding pricing structures and discounts. The 'Country Codes' sheet is a reference for the 'Country of Origin' field. The 'Award' sheets indicate which items have been awarded, which may be relevant for understanding past performance or future opportunities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains pricing information and related data required for proposal preparation. It includes several sheets detailing different aspects of pricing, such as:

• Price Proposal: For listing product information, commercial list prices, MFC (Manufacturer's Cost) net prices, and proposed tracking customer (TC) net prices, along with discounts and FSS (Federal Supply Schedule) pricing.
• Test Send-Outs Proposal: Similar to the Price Proposal but specifically for test send-out services, including subcontractor information.
• Figure 515.4-2: A form requiring specific date information related to the accuracy and completeness of the pricing data provided, and whether disclosures were limited.
• NonManufacturers: Details related to non-manufacturer products, including manufacturer names, part numbers, and discounts.
• Non-TSO Price Analysis: An analysis of pricing for non-TSO (Therapeutic Services Only) items, comparing commercial list prices with MFC and TC net prices, and FSS pricing.
• TSO Price Analysis: An analysis of pricing for TSO items, with similar columns to the Non-TSO Price Analysis.
• Non-TSO Award: Information on awarded non-TSO items, including tracking ratios and FSS prices.
• TSO Award: Information on awarded TSO items, including subcontractor details and FSS prices.

• SIN# and Item #: Specific codes for products and services.
• Product Name / Description: Detailed descriptions of items offered.
• Pricing Data: Commercial List Price, MFC Net Price, TC Net Price, FSS Price (with and without IFF - Industrial Funding Fee).
• Discount Information: Percentage discounts off commercial list prices.
• Country of Origin: Information on the origin of goods.
• Date Fields: Specific dates required for proposal submission to confirm data currency.
• Disclosure Limitations: Indication of whether sales data was limited to 75% of SIN value.

This Excel file is crucial for bidders to accurately prepare and submit their pricing proposals. It outlines the required format for all pricing details, including discounts, FSS pricing, and any applicable fees. Bidders must carefully populate these sheets according to the instructions to ensure their proposals meet the government's requirements and are evaluated correctly. The 'Figure 515.4-2' sheet specifically requires bidders to attest to the accuracy and completeness of their data as of a certain date and may require disclosure limitations.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (No. 0001, effective 09-10-2018) modifies Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, originally dated 06-06-2018. Key changes include:

• Addition: Clause 52.204-23, "Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (Jul 2018)" has been added.
• Revisions: The following documents and clauses have been revised:
  • Continuation of SF1449
  • Document 03 – Proposal Price List Preparation (Excel file)
  • Scope of Solicitation (Aug 2018)
  • Signatory Authority Form (Aug 2018)
  • Small Business Subcontracting Plan Template (Aug 2018)
  • Wage Determinations (Sep 2018)
  • 52.219-9 Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Aug 2018, Alternate II – Nov 2016)
  • 552.211-78 Commercial Delivery Schedule (Multiple Award Schedule) (Feb 1996, Tailored)

Document 03 and Wage Determinations are provided as an Excel spreadsheet attachment.

Specific sections of the solicitation, including the Scope of Solicitation, various forms, and contract clauses, have been updated. Detailed changes are provided on continuation pages 2-24.

The hour and date for receipt of offers has been extended. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Changes to offers already submitted are permitted if received prior to the new opening hour and date.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0011) to solicitation 797-FSS-04-0001-R3, originally dated 06/06/2018, incorporates the following updates:

• GSAM Clause 552.238-120 Economic Price Adjustment – Federal Supply Schedule Contracts (Tailored) (Sep 2024): This new clause replaces GSAM/R 552.216-70 Economic Price Adjustment-FSS Multiple Award Schedule Contracts (SEP 1999). It outlines procedures for economic price adjustments (EPA) based on agreed-upon methods, market index changes, or significant market condition shifts. It details definitions, general provisions, exceptions, specific EPA methods for different schedules (e.g., Schedule 621 I using CPI-U, Schedule 66 III using PPI), submission requirements for price increases and decreases, and the Contracting Officer's responsibilities.
• Responsibility Evaluation (October 2025): Updates to the requirements for new Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) offers regarding contractor qualifications and financial information. Offerors must provide financial statements (audited if available) for the previous two years or alternative documentation demonstrating financial responsibility if less than two years of experience exists. Explanations for negative financial information are required.
• Signature Authority form (August 2025): Updates to the form used to identify individuals delegated authority to sign FSS offers or contracts. It clarifies the process for delegating authority by company officers and specifies required information for company details, officers, and authorized signatories.

• GSAM Clause 552.238-120 (New)

• GSAM/R 552.216-70 (Replaced)

• Responsibility Evaluation section (Updated)

• Signature Authority form (Updated)

• The amendment extends the hour and date for receipt of offers (details not specified in this excerpt but indicated by "is extended").

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Any offer already submitted may be amended by providing a letter or electronic communication referencing this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation by incorporating the following:

• GSAM Clause 552.238-120 Economic Price Adjustment – Federal Supply Schedule Contracts (Tailored) (Sep 2024).

• An update to the Responsibility Evaluation dated October 2025.

• An update to the Signature Authority form dated August 2025.

• GSAM Clause 552.238-120 has been added.

• Responsibility Evaluation section has been updated.

• Signature Authority form has been updated.

This amendment does not explicitly state an extension of the proposal deadline. Offerors are advised to acknowledge receipt of this amendment and to submit any desired changes to previously submitted offers in accordance with the instructions provided in Item 14 of the Standard Form 30.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3 to incorporate changes to the Scope of Solicitation and minimum geographic coverage requirements. The primary change allows for geographic service areas to be awarded to offerors other than those providing nationwide coverage.

• Scope of Solicitation
• Geographic Coverage requirements

This amendment does not explicitly state a change to proposal deadlines or submission requirements. However, it clarifies that offerors are not strictly required to offer nationwide coverage and can propose service to individual states. It also emphasizes the importance of meeting state-specific licensing and permit requirements, including out-of-state requirements, and that offerors must meet these requirements directly without subcontracting to circumvent them. The ability to provide required supporting documentation for licensing and accreditation remains critical for award, especially for nationwide coverage.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0006) to solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3 incorporates clause 52.223-99, "Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors (Oct 2021) (Deviation)".

• Clause 52.223-99 is added to the solicitation.

• No changes to proposal deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors are indicated by this amendment, beyond the incorporation of the new clause.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains pricing information for the opportunity, broken down into different sheets for various pricing scenarios. Bidders should use this document to understand and populate the required pricing details for their proposals.

• Price Proposal: Details product information, MFC (Manufacturer) Information, Tracking Customer (TC) Information, and FSS (Federal Supply Schedule) pricing. Includes columns for SIN#, Item #, Product Name/Description, Laboratory Certification Codes, Country of Origin, units sold, sales figures, commercial list price, MFC net price, FSS price (with and without IFF - Industrial Funding Fee), and discount percentages.
• Test Send-Outs Proposal: Similar to the Price Proposal but specifically for test send-out services, including subcontractor information.
• NonManufacturers: Lists manufacturers, part numbers, product descriptions, and pricing discounts.
• LC Codes: Provides a list of Laboratory Certification Codes and their corresponding CLIA Specialty & Subspecialty Information.
• Country Codes: Lists country names and their corresponding codes.
• Non-TSO Price Analysis: Analyzes pricing for Non-Test Send-Out (TSO) items, comparing commercial list prices with MFC and proposed government prices.
• TSO Price Analysis: Analyzes pricing for Test Send-Out (TSO) items.
• TSO Award: Details awarded TSO items, including subcontractor, tracking customer, and FSS pricing.

This Excel file is critical for bidders to accurately prepare and submit their pricing proposals. It outlines the specific format and data required for various pricing components, including commercial pricing, manufacturer pricing, and government FSS pricing. Understanding and correctly completing these sheets is essential for proposal evaluation.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0005) to Solicitation RFP-797-FSS-04-0001-R3, dated 06-06-2018, updates regulations, special language, and templates/forms. Key changes include:

• Removal of clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers (May 2014).
• Revision of FAR and GSAR regulations.
• Inclusion of updated Document 03 – Price Proposal Preparation (Dec 2020) as an attachment.
• Inclusion of updated Small Business Subcontracting Plan Template (Oct 2020).

A detailed table on page 2 lists specific FAR and GSAR clauses with their old and new references, indicating updated versions for various definitions, restrictions, reporting requirements, and other conditions.

Numerous FAR and GSAR clauses have been updated. Specific documents referenced and updated include:

• Document 03 – Price Proposal Preparation (Dec 2020)
• Small Business Subcontracting Plan Template (Oct 2020)

This amendment extends the hour and date specified for receipt of offers. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so may result in rejection of the offer. Changes to offers already submitted must be made via letter or electronic communication referencing this amendment and received prior to the new opening hour and date.