USACE Washington Aqueduct Flygt Sewage Pump

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Cyber-Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Questionnaire, Version 1.01, dated 2022-09-23. It is intended to assess an offeror's supply chain risk management practices in accordance with Federal Government requirements and GSA's industrial base security needs. Bidders are required to complete this questionnaire as part of the solicitation process.

• Contact Information: Requires details for a primary Point-of-Contact (POC) for the offeror.
• Vendor Risk Management Plan: Assesses practices related to identifying key suppliers, compliance with trade agreements (TAA/MIA), and risk assessment of suppliers, including Foreign Ownership, Control, and Influence.
• SCRM Plan Alignment: Requires confirmation and supporting documentation for an SCRM Plan aligned with NIST SP 800-161.
• Supplier Requirements: Asks about written SCRM requirements in contracts with suppliers and verification of supplier adherence.
• Cybersecurity: Inquires about policies and procedures for information classification, protecting supplier-handled information, detecting and responding to cybersecurity threats, and incident response personnel.
• Physical and Personnel Security: Covers documented processes for physical security incidents, background check policies for employees, prevention of ICT equipment tampering, and insider threat prevention.
• Supporting Documentation: Specific questions (2.4, 2.5, 4.2) require submission of supporting documentation as detailed in the solicitation.

This questionnaire is critical for bidders to demonstrate their understanding and implementation of C-SCRM practices. Responses and supporting documentation will be evaluated as part of the overall proposal. Bidders must carefully review the instructions and requirements for each section to ensure accurate and complete submissions. Failure to adequately address these requirements may impact the evaluation of the offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 47QSWC26Q0065) for a Flygt sewage pump or its equivalent. The acquisition is being conducted under an Inter-Agency Agreement (IAA) between GSA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for delivery to the Washington Aqueduct in Washington, DC. This announcement serves as the sole solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued.

• One (1) Flygt model P/N # NS3301 or equivalent: 6 MB electric submersible sewage pump at 460volt, 85hp, with 464HT 'Hard-Iron' impeller, 6" discharge elbow, stand, 50' pump power cable, automatic control box with (2) 40' level sensors, and 25' power pigtail.

• Delivery is required within 180 days after receipt of award.

• Offerors must comply with the Buy American Act.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Delivery within 180 days after receipt of award.

• Quotations must be submitted electronically in .doc or .docx format, single-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.

• A complete quotation consists of:

  • Cover Page (including signed Section A and any Amendments)
  • Volume 1: Pass/Fail Questionnaire (including Tabs for Cover Page, Table of Contents, Points of Contact, Representations/Certifications, SAM.gov registration, Supply Chain Risk Management Questionnaire, and Registration in Assist).
  • Volume 2: Technical Submission (limited to 11 pages, addressing Technical Conformance and Delivery).
  • Volume 3: Price Submission (completed Section B, inclusive of all costs).

• Submission Deadline: March 25th, 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Questions Deadline: March 18th, 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Volume 1: Pass/Fail.
  • Volume 2: Technical Conformance (most important) and Delivery, evaluated using an adjectival rating system (Excellent, Good, Acceptable, Unacceptable).
  • Volume 3: Price (fair and reasonable).

• Award will be made on a best value trade-off basis, with non-price factors being significantly more important than price.

• NAICS Code: 333996 - Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing.

• Offerors must have an active and accurate SAM.gov account.

• Offerors are responsible for ensuring timely quote submission. Late quotations may not be accepted.

• GSA will not pay for costs incurred in preparing or submitting a quotation.

• The Contracting Officer (Dominic Lackey) and Contracting Specialist (Mutiba Raza) are the points of contact for this RFQ.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 1 Terms and Conditions," outlines the various clauses and provisions that will be incorporated into the contract. It serves as a comprehensive reference for the legal and contractual obligations of both the Government and the contractor.

The document is structured into several sections:

• FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that are part of the contract but not included in full text. These cover a wide range of topics including definitions, gratuities, subcontractor sales, limitations on payments, whistleblower rights, system for award management, hazardous materials, taxes, interest, availability of funds, disputes, and more.
• FAR Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: Includes the full text of specific FAR clauses, such as "BASIC SAFEGUARDING OF COVERED CONTRACTOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS (NOV 2021)" and "ORDER LIMITATIONS (OCT 1995)."
• GSAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) clauses.
• GSAR Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: Includes the full text of specific GSAR clauses, such as "CHARGES FOR PACKAGING, PACKING AND MARKING (JAN 2010)."
• FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference: Lists FAR provisions that are incorporated by reference.
• FAR Provisions Full Text: Includes the full text of specific FAR provisions, such as "REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (Nov 2021)."

Bidders must carefully review all incorporated FAR and GSAR clauses and provisions to fully understand the terms and conditions that will govern the contract. This includes understanding requirements related to data safeguarding, order limitations, pricing adjustments, representations and certifications, and any specific prohibitions or restrictions. Failure to understand and comply with these terms can impact proposal preparation and contract performance.