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Amendment / Modification

• This amendment publishes the Government's answers to questions received from offerors.

• The solicitation closing date has been extended to March 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT.

• The original solicitation closing date is modified.

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to March 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT.

• For questions, contact Mindie Dixon at mindie.dixon@ios.doi.gov.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "Power Sustenance" and "Contamination Standards" sections of the solicitation, as well as layout specifications.

• Power Generator Alternative: The government is open to alternative power systems (e.g., Lithium battery banks) provided they can supply sufficient power for sampling equipment and the AC unit. Infrastructure for recharging the alternative system must be considered.
• Interior Materials: High-density plastic is preferred over "no metals" for interior walls and surfaces to prevent cross-contamination. Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) is not required for walls and ceiling.
• Rear Storage Depth: Flexibility exists for the 48-inch rear storage depth, potentially adjustable to 32-36 inches, as long as at least 30 inches of storage space for sampling equipment and space for the power generating system are maintained.

These clarifications may allow bidders to propose alternative solutions for power generation and interior materials, and potentially adjust layout dimensions, provided key functional requirements are met.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 140G0126Q0061) for commercial products and services. The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business. The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 811121 with a size standard of $9.

• Item 00010: Van Outfitting Materials, as per Attachment 1 Statement of Work. Product/Service Code: K025. Description: MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- VEHICULAR EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS.

• Item 00020: Van Outfitting Labor, as per Attachment 1 Statement of Work. Product/Service Code: K025. Description: MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- VEHICULAR EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS.

• The contract is for commercial products and services.

• Delivery for Item 00010 is specified as FOB Destination with a delivery date of 05/29/2026.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but implied by the delivery date.

• Offer Due Date: 03/23/2026 at 1500 MDT.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), 52.212-2 (Evaluation), and 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications).

• Evaluation will be based on Technical, Price, and Past Performance, with Technical and Past Performance combined being significantly more important than cost or price.

• Offers must be submitted by the exact time specified in the solicitation.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business set-aside.

• For questions, contact Mindie Dixon at mindie_dixon@ios.doi.gov.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions, including those related to System for Award Management (SAM), Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act, Buy American, Service Contract Labor Standards, and electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

• Attachment 1: Statement of Work with Schematics.

• Attachment 2: Instructions To Offerors.

• Attachment 3: Offeror Representations Provision.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, FAR 52.12-3, "Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services," is a standard provision that requires offerors to provide specific representations and certifications. These are crucial for determining the offeror's eligibility, business status, and compliance with various federal regulations.

• Annual Representations and Certifications: Offerors must either confirm they have completed these electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) or complete specific paragraphs (c through v) of this provision.
• Business Size and Status: Includes representations regarding small business status, veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVOSB), small disadvantaged business (SDB), women-owned (WOSB), economically disadvantaged women-owned (EDWOSB), and HUBZone small business concerns. Joint venture representations are also included.
• Certifications: Covers various certifications, including:
  • Payments to Influence Federal Transactions
  • Buy American provisions (Supplies, Free Trade Agreements, Israeli Trade Act)
  • Trade Agreements
  • Responsibility Matters (debarment, suspension, convictions, delinquent taxes)
  • Knowledge of Child Labor
  • Place of Manufacture
  • Service Contract Labor Standards exemptions
  • Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
  • Restricted business operations in Sudan
  • Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations
  • Prohibition on contracting with entities engaging in certain activities relating to Iran
  • Ownership or Control of Offeror
  • Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or Felony Conviction
  • Predecessor of Offeror
  • Prohibition on requiring confidentiality agreements for reporting waste, fraud, or abuse
  • Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services

Offerors must carefully review and complete the applicable sections of this provision. Failure to provide accurate and complete representations and certifications can result in disqualification or impact contract award. The specific requirements depend on the nature of the acquisition (e.g., domestic vs. foreign supplies, contract value) and the offeror's business classification. It is essential to ensure that the information provided here aligns with the offeror's SAM registration.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for offerors on how to prepare and submit their proposals in response to the solicitation. It details the required format and content for each tab of the proposal.

• Submission Deadline: Offers must be submitted by the due date and time specified on SF1449 block 8.
• Submission Method: One (1) electronic copy is required.
• Submission Point of Contact: Mindie Dixon at mindie_dixon@ios.doi.gov.
• Required Tabs:
  • Tab A – Offer Form (SF 1449): Include original signature, date, Contract Administration Data, UEI, and acknowledgement of amendments.
  • Tab B – Pricing: Provide proposed unit prices and calculate total amounts on the SF 1449. An itemized quote is required.
  • Tab C – Representations and Certifications: Include completed copies of FAR 52.212-3, FAR 52.204-24, and FAR 52.225-2 (if not updated in SAM.gov).
  • Tab D – Evaluation Factor Responses:
    • Factor 1: Technical Capability (3-page limit): Include technical documentation, compliance with salient characteristics, and a Capabilities Statement detailing the approach to satisfy the SOW requirements.
    • Factor 2: Past Performance: Provide up to 3 relevant contracts/orders (past 3 years) with details including contract number, customer, period of performance, dollar value, contract type, POCs, and a narrative description of work performed.

Failure to provide the items listed in Tabs A, B, C, and D may result in an incomplete offer, which will not be evaluated. Offerors must carefully follow these instructions to ensure their proposals are complete and equitably evaluated according to FAR 52.212-2.

Statement of Work (SOW)

This Statement of Work details the requirements for the modification of a 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van. The modified van will serve as a dedicated mobile enclosure for the collection, calibration, and transport of water-quality samples and related equipment. The primary goal is to minimize the possibility of cross-contamination between the vehicle's materials and the water-quality samples.

• Van Location: The existing Government-owned Sprinter van is located in Fort Worth, TX.

• Generator: Installation of a 6500W generator to power lab AC, lights, and sample processing equipment. This area must be enclosed, vented externally, and accessible from outside the van, with a push-start button inside the lab portion.

• Air Conditioning: Installation of an AC unit on the van roof to cool the lab portion, potentially connected to the rear vent system. Roof support may be required.

• Electrical System: Installation of electrical outlets (2 double 110V inside, 1 double 110V inside on passenger side, 2 covered outlets outside) and low-profile LED lighting powered by the generator.

• Lab Enclosure: A walled-off, enclosed area at the rear of the van, accessible only from the rear doors. This enclosure must prevent carbon monoxide from entering the lab area. It requires 4 floor-mounted tie-down anchors and a drain.

• Counters and Sinks: Installation of counters along the rear wall and driver's side, both including flush-mounted sinks with drains. Countertops should be 20 inches deep, installed 38 inches from the floor. A storage cabinet under the sink is required for a holding tank.

• Waste Water Port: A port to the outside of the van for draining waste water from the sink, with external controls.

• Cabinetry:

  • Rear counter area: Open-storage under-counter cabinets with doors.
  • Driver side: Under-counter cabinets with shelves and drawers, including open storage under the driver-side sink. Space to the right of the driver-side sink requires 4 floor-mounted tie-down anchors.
  • Overhead cabinets on the driver side, with one area designed for a water carboy container (12" wide) and a hole for tubing.
  • Passenger side: A floor-to-ceiling clean storage cabinet, including a corrosive cabinet and a flammables cabinet.

• Insulation and Flooring: Insulation on walls for AC efficiency, covered with non-metallic white material. A new, light-colored, water-resistant, easy-to-clean floor (similar to durable linoleum) is required.

• Tubing Ports: Closeable ports on the side walls to allow 1-inch tubing to pass through from the outside.

• Trailer Hitch: Installation of a trailer hitch receiver, with spare tire relocation if necessary.

• The modification is for an existing Government-owned Sprinter van located in Fort Worth, TX.

• All cabinets should be white, with minimal metal hardware. Cabinet doors/drawers must be lockable or secured to prevent opening during movement.

• Cabinets should include D-rings/tie-down anchors for securing equipment.

• Materials used must minimize the possibility of cross-contamination.

• The generator enclosure requires external venting and accessibility for maintenance.

• The lab enclosure must prevent carbon monoxide ingress.