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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF NOVEMBER 05, 2005 FBO #1440
MODIFICATION

R -- Librarian Services

Notice Date

11/3/2005
 

Notice Type

Modification
 

NAICS

561320 — Temporary Help Services
 

Contracting Office

Department of the Air Force, Air Mobility Command, 43rd CONS, 1443 Reilly Rd Suite C, Pope AFB, NC, 28308-2896
 

ZIP Code

28308-2896
 

Solicitation Number

FOX51A72400100A
 

Response Due

11/11/2005
 

Archive Date

11/26/2005
 

Point of Contact

Phillip Carpenter, Contract Specialist, Phone 424-6255, Fax 424-5687, - Gail Williams, Contracting Officer/Flight Chief, Phone (910) 394-6512, Fax (910) 394-5687,
 

E-Mail Address

phillip.carpenter@pope.af.mil, gail.williams@pope.af.mil
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Total Small Business
 

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) The purchase request number is FOX51A72400100A and the solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) (iii) This solicitation document incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-06. (iv) This solicitation is 100% set-aside for small business concerns. The associated NAICS code is 561320, and the small business size standard is $11,500,000.00. (v) This requirement consists of One line Item: Line Item (0001) Librarian Services. (vi) Description: This requirement is for Librarian services for the 43d Services Squadron, Pope AFB, NC. The expected period of performance of any resulting contract will be 01 Dec 2005 to 30 Nov 2006. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (1) Past performance (2) Price. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes for the total price for the requirement. Past performance is significantly more important than price. If the lowest priced evaluated responsible offer is judged to have an exceptional performance risk rating, that offer represents the best value for the Government and the evaluation process stops at this point. Award shall be made to that offeror without further consideration of any other offers. Using questionnaires, the Government will evaluate the quality and extent of offeror’s experience deemed relevant to the requirements of this RFQ. The Government will use information submitted by the offeror and other sources such as other Federal Government offices and commercial sources, to assess experience. Provide a list of at least two (2), but no more than five (5) of the most relevant contracts performed for Federal agencies and commercial customers within the last 3 years. Relevant contracts are defined as those that are similar in nature and magnitude to the Librarian Services as well as the recency of past performance. Furnish the following information for each contract referenced: (1) Company/Division name (2) Product/service (3) Contracting Agency (4) Contract Number (5) Contract Dollar Value (6) Period of Performance (7) Name, Address, FAX & phone number of the Contracting Officer or person responsible for evaluation of your performance. The contractor certifies it meets all requirements by submitting a quotation. Any resulting contract will be paid on a monthly basis using the Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system at https://wawf.eb.mil/ The Department of Labor Wage Determination number 94-2393, revision number 29 applies to this acquisition. (vii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies to this solicitation. (viii) The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation – Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. Paragraph (a) of FAR 52.212-2 is added to read: Best Value. (ix) The provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. The contractor shall be registered in the Online Representations and Certifications Application – ORCA – at http://orca.bpn.gov/. (x) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (xi) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following FAR clauses identified at paragraph b of FAR 52.212-5 are considered checked and are applicable to this acquisition: 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 24, 31, (c1) and (c2). (xii) Award can only be made to contractors registered in the Central Contractor Registration web page, http://www.ccr.gov. (xiii) Commerce Business Daily numbered note 1 applies to this acquisition. (xiv) The solicitation due date is 11 Nov 2005, 4:30 PM EST. (xv) The assigned Contract Specialist is Phillip A. Carpenter and can be reached at 910-394-6255 or email Phillip.Carpenter@pope.af.mil. You may fax your quotes to 910-394-5687. Direct any questions to Phillip Carpenter at the number above or contact Ms. Gail Williams at Gail.Williams@pope.af.mil. Please contact Amn Carpenter for Statement of Work and the Past Performance Questionnaire. Below you will find all the question and answers, the statement of work, and the past performance questionnaire. Librarian Services Question and Answer. Q: Is there an incumbent contractor? A: No there is not an incumbent on this contract it is a first time buy. Q: What is the closing date and time? A: The closing date and time is 11 Nov 2005 at 4:30 EST. Q: Is this person the only staff member? A: No. There is one (1) Library Director, one (1) Technical Information Specialist, and three (3) Librarian aides Q: Do you need someone with a Masters in Library Science, or is it more of a clerical/library tech need (i.e. circulation, shelving, etc.) A: Yes they will need to have a Masters Degree in Library Science. Q: I also assume, since it was not mentioned that this is not an A-76 direct contract. A: No this is not an A-76 direct contract Q: Will the USAF consider a contract with optional years depending on performance? A: No this contract will not have any options in it. This is a one time purchase. Q: Will resumes be required for this contract. A: Yes resumes will be required. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs oversight of all circulation, public service, and technical service functions, reporting problems/discrepancies and possible solutions to the supervisory librarian. Serves as alternate point of contact for partnerships/networks with local, state, and regional organizations. Coordinates with the on-base academic community to acquire/make available reference and support materials needed to support academic goals and school accreditation. Provides reference and research services for office mission and academic support as required. Teaches library skills, basic research techniques, and reference interview skills to library staff. Assists the supervisory librarian in providing reference and research services to library customers. Analyzes user requirements through customer interview or written requests. Devises standard search strategies by accessing available information resources, on-line computer databases, etc. Conducts cost-efficient computer inquiries of a variety of databases appropriate to the type of information required. Develops reading lists and subject bibliographies which may be annotated to meet user requirements. Performs abstracting and indexing duties to meet non-specialized user needs. Explains arrangement and resources of the library and teaches library skills and research techniques to library customers. Participates in evaluating the collection to determine materials needed, reviews collection for replacement of obsolete and worn materials, recommends changes to collection management policies, and reviews bibliographies, book reviews, and other sources to recommend acquisition of materials. Performs original cataloging, subject analysis, and classification assignment in machine-readable cataloging format within the standards of the current Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, Library of Congress Subject Headings, and Dewey Decimal Classification system and by comparison to the local database and authority file. Develops and implements long-range automation plans for the library within the parameters defined by the supervisory librarian. Provides input into marketing plan and participates in identifying target customers, assessing their needs, and informing them of available resources and services. Participates in developing the annual publicity plan to promote use of library resources and services among the academic community, commanders, military dependents, and other eligible users. Writes news articles and coordinates their release to inform customers of available resources. May act in the absence of the supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS A master’s degree in library and information studies from an American Library Association accredited school is required. Additionally, 1 year progressively responsible work experience is desired. Professional knowledge of standard methods, techniques, concepts, and principles of one or more specialty areas of librarianship is required. Knowledge of on-line database searching and research techniques. Skill and knowledge in utilizing computer databases containing various reference materials. Knowledge of information retrieval technology particularly as it relates to acquisitions, serial control, cataloging, and optical disk storage of documents. Ability to evaluate software for library applications and to recognize probable conflicts. Knowledge of standard methods, techniques, tools, concepts, and principles to perform independent assignments, assess materials, recommend suitable selections for collection, determine those items suitable for removal, and recommend solutions to problems. Knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal organizational acquisition policies. Familiarity with publishers’ and suppliers’ methods of operation. Successful completion of a National Agency Check is required. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS Promptly reports all problems or discrepancies in circulation, public service, and technical service functions to the supervisory librarian. Effectively teaches library skills, research techniques, reference interview skills, use of automated systems and their modifications, and new software programs to library staff. Effectively plans support requirements for on-base academic program accreditation. Accurately, and within time frames specified, provides reference and research support to all users, including office mission support and student requirements. Effectively analyzes user requirements and develops search strategies. Accurately and cost efficiently utilizes databases for search requirements. Effectively teaches library skills and research techniques to custom TRAINING Attends professional meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars as required. Safety, funds, resource protection, fire protection, marketing, customer service, personnel management, and other local, state, federal, and installation required training. ers. Accurately, and within time frames specified, prepares data and statistics for report preparation. Effectively manages library technology and develops long-range automation plans for the library. Works independently and accomplishes objectives with minimal supervision. Page 1 of 3 PAST AND PRESENT PERFORMANCE SURVEY A. GENERAL INFORMATION: Please correct any information below known to be inaccurate: Contractor’s Name: ______________ Telephone Number:____________________ Address: _____________________ _____________________ Point of Contact: ________________________ Project Title: ______________________ Project Number: ______________________ Location: ______________________ Contract No.: ______________________ Owner (DoD Army, Air Force,etc): ___________ Contract Amount: $_____________________ Amended Amount: $___________________ _ Start Date: ______________________ Completion Date: ______________________ Description: _________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Schedule (were they on schedule or late?): ________________________________ Budget (did they stay within budget?): ___________________________________ B. RESPONDENT INFORMATION: Name of Respondent: __________________________ Title: ___________________________ Address: __________________________ Telephone Number: _______________ __________________________ Fax Number: __________________ C. FAX COMPLETED FORM TO: 43d Contracting Squadron/LGCB ATTN: Phillip Carpenter Amn USAF Fax Number: (910) 394-6255 Page 2 of 3 PAST AND PRESENT PERFORMANCE SURVEY D. PERFORMANCE INFORMATION: Choose the number on the scale of 1 to 6 that most accurately describes the contractor’s performance or situation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Unsatisfactory Marginal None Satisfactory Very Good Exceptional Performance did not meet most contractual requirements. There were serious problems and the contractor's corrective actions were ineffective. Performance did not meet some contractual requirements. There were problems, some of a serious nature, for which corrective action was only marginally effective. No record of past performance or the record is inconclusive. Performance met contract requirements. There were some minor problems and corrective actions taken by the contractor were satisfactory. Performance met all contract requirements and exceeded some to the government’s benefit. There were a few minor problems which the contractor resolved in a timely, effective manner. Performance met all contract requirements and exceeded many to the government’s benefit. Problems, if any, were negligible and were resolved in a timely, highly effective manner. THE CONTRACTOR: Provide experienced managers and supervisors with the technical and administrative abilities needed to meet contract requirements. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Demonstrated ability to hire, maintain, and replace, if necessary, qualified personnel during the contract period. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Delegated authority to project managers and supervisors commensurate with contract requirements. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Home office participated in solving significant local problems. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Followed approved quality control plan. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Page 3 of 3 Provided effective quality control and/or inspection procedures to meet contract requirements. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Corrected deficiencies in timely manner and pursuant to their quality control procedures. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Provide timely resolution of contract discrepancies 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Identified risks/problems as they occurred. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Suggested alternative approaches to problems. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Displayed initiative to solve problems. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Was responsive to contract changes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Provided adequate project supervision. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Provided accurate and complete line item cost proposals including all aspects of work required for each task. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Cooperated with Government personnel after award. 1 2 3 4 5 6 N/A Was the contractor ever issued a cure or show cause notice under the referenced contract? If yes, explain outcome in “remarks”. šYes šNo Would you award another contract to this contractor? If not, explain in “remarks”. šYes šNo Remarks: _____________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO WWW.FEDBIZOPPS.GOV ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (03-NOV-2005); HOWEVER, IT DID APPEAR IN THE FEDBIZOPPS FTP FEED ON THIS DATE. PLEASE CONTACT fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
 

Web Link

Link to FedBizOpps document.
(http://www.fbo.gov/spg/USAF/AMC/43CONS/FOX51A72400100A/listing.html)
 

Place of Performance

Address: Pope AFB NC

Zip Code: 28308

Country: United States
 

Record

SN00926232-F 20051105/051103213855 (fbodaily.com)
 

Source

FedBizOpps.gov Link to This Notice
(may not be valid after Archive Date)

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