This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with format in FAR Subpart 12.6 – Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and quotes are being requested. In accordance with FAR 5.203(a)(2) this solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days.
Request for Quotation (RFQ) number is N6660424Q0762. This requirement is being solicited as 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 611430. The Small Business Size Standard is $15.0 Million. The Product Supply Code (PSC) is U099.
The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order for Kubernetes Training in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).
For the purposes of quoting this opportunity, the Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) structure is as follows:
CLIN 0001 – Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Class and exam vouchers for up to 20 students Qty 1 POP: 10/01/2024 – 03/31/2025
Option CLIN 0002 – Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Class and exam vouchers for up to 20 students Qty 1 POP: 04/01/2025 – 09/30/2025
Option CLIN 0003 Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Class and exam vouchers for up to 20 students Qty 1 POP: 10/01/2025 – 03/31/2026
Option CLIN 0004 – Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Class and exam vouchers for up to 20 students Qty 1 POP: 04/01/2026 – 09/30/2026
FOB Destination: Newport, RI
The Government intends to award a single FFP purchase order to the eligible and responsible offeror on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable Basis. To be considered technically acceptable the quote must:
1. Quote exact parts, quantities and terms specified
2. The Government will consider Past Performance information in accordance with DFARS provision 252.213-7000, whereby negative information within Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable
Additional Terms
1. Contractor MUST have an active registration in SAM at the time of quote submission.
2. Quote must be valid for 90 days.
3. In accordance with DFARS Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government’s unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.
4. The Government’s method of payment is government purchase card (Mastercard) but if a credit card fee applies payment will be electronic payment via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Please specify on quote whether credit card is acceptable and if there is a fee.
5. Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC). Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions may be accessed electronically at https://acquisition.gov.
6. Offeror shall include item prices, shipping costs, delivery terms, and the following additional information with the submissions: point of contact (including phone number and email address), Contractor CAGE Code, and Contractor SAM Unique Entity ID. Quotes should include a validity date of no less than 60 days from due date for receipt of offers.
7. Quotes shall be submitted electronically via email to Michelle Weigert at michelle.e.weigert.civ@us.navy.mil and must be received on or before Wednesday August 21, 2024 at 02:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EDT). Quotes received after this date are late and may not be considered for award. For questions regarding this acquisition, please contact Michelle Weigert at michelle.e.weigert.civ@us.navy.mil.
Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the most current Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC). The following provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation:
FAR 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance;
FAR 52.204-19, Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications;
FAR 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems;
FAR 52.204-23, “Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab.”;
FAR 52.204-24, Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment;
FAR 52.204-25, “Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment”;
FAR 52.209-10, “Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations.”;
FAR 52.209-11, “Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or Felony under any Federal
Law.”;
FAR 52.212-1, “Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items.”;
FAR 52.212-2, “Evaluation – Commercial Items.”;
FAR 52.212-3 (ALT 1), “Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items.”;
FAR 52.212-4, “Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items.";
FAR 52.212-5, “Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial
Items.”;
FAR 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options
FAR 52.217-7 Option for Increased Quantity – Separately Priced Line Item
The Government may require the delivery of the numbered line item, identified in the Schedule as an option item, in the quantity and at the price stated in the Schedule. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 1 day of POP start date. Delivery of added items shall continue at the same rate that like items are called for under the contract, unless the parties otherwise agree.
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FAR 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations
FAR 52.233-1 Disputes
FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award
FAR 52.243-1 Changes--Fixed Price
FAR 52.249-8 Default (Fixed-Price Supply & Service)
*The additional following FAR clauses cited in 52.212-5 are applicable to the acquisition:
52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUN 2003);
52.222-19, Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JAN 2020) (CD 2020-O0019);
52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015)
52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016);
52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020);
52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (OCT 2020);
52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging while Driving (JUN 2020);
The following Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses also apply to this solicitation:
252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials
252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product
252.204-7009 Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third- Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information
252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting
252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information by Litigation Support
252.211-7003 Item unique Identification and Valuation
252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments
252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications
252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Products or Commercial Services
252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts
252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea
Attachments:
Attachment 1 – Statement of Work
