Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items  prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)  Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this  notice. This announcement constitutes t he only solicitation; proposals are  being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This  solicitation is issued through ASFI/FedBizOps as will any amendments thereto.  This solicitation is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP) identified a s  W52P1J-06-R-0167. The Army Field Support Command (AFSC) intends to award one  firm fixed-price, commercial item contract in response to Request for Proposal  (RFP) W52P1J-06-R-0167. This solicitation is unrestricted. The solicitation  documents and incorp orated provisions and clauses are those in effect through  Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-09. The associated North American Industry  Classification System (NAICS) code is 336992. In support of the Simula Add-on  Armor (AoA) kit installation effort, one ( 1) Field Service Representative  (FSR) at Camp Anaconda, Balad, IR, and one (1) FSR at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait is  required for 90 days commencing 1 Jul 06. The contract will also provide for  two (2) each 90 day evaluated options for the FSR in Kuwait, and thre e (3)  each 90 day evaluated options for the FSR in Iraq. The following Statement of  Work applies: Statement of Work C.1  The Contractor shall provide two (2)  experienced and qualified Field Service Representatives (FSRs) to support  Simula Add on Armor (AoA) Kit installation, during initial application and  subsequent fielding, at the following sites: - One (1) FSR at Camp Anaconda,  Balad, Iraq (Primary Duty Station) - One (1) FSR at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait  (Primary Duty Station) C.2.1  Field Service Representative (FSR) duties C.2.2   The FSR effort shall provide general oversight, training, instruction,  assistance, and troubleshooting during the kit installation by other  contractor personnel and by direct support (DS) maintenance personnel. FSRs  may also be required to perform oversight, assistance, and installation of  other armoring solutions. C.2.3  The FSRs shall be capable of performing  Operation -10, Organizational -20, and Direct Support -30 level maintenance  and must have in-depth knowledge and expertise with of all facets of AoA and  Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (TWV) kit installation on HEMT T, PLS, HET, and M915  vehicles. In addition, the FSR must be familiar with all other Simula  armoring solutions. The FSR will be able to coordinate directly with OEM  factory engineers for damaged cab field repairs, kit installation and TWV  modification/enh ancement kit issues and conduct critical parts expediting to  the Area of Operation. Also, the Contractor shall identify and train an  additional FSR to be ready for immediate call-up to support the AoA and  related TWV modification, enhancement or upgrade e ffort. C.2.4  The FSR(s)  shall conduct on-the-job modification, enhancement, and upgrade kit  installation training for military personnel, Government civilian personnel,  and other contractor personnel while deployed on the installation site.  Training shall be t o the level that personnel are capable of installing and  maintaining the related kits without Contractor oversight. The Contractor  shall provide each installation team with one copy of the most recent version  of the Installation Instructions, or a copy of the Technical Bulletin. This  training shall take into account all models and configurations. The FSR(s)  must communicate with TACOM prior to installing any modifications. C.2.5  The  FSR(s) shall provide updated training to previously-trained mechanics and  personnel to ensure that they are fully aware of all changes and improvements  made to the kits since their initial training. This training will be  conducted on-site. C.2.6  The FSR(s) shall conduct troubleshooting and  technical problem resolution, with the assistance of a CONUS-based AoA/TWV  modification/enhancement kit manufacturers technical support team. The FSR (s) will go to and assist units who experience field problems with any kit  installation or kit components (e.g., form, fit, and function issues; vehicle  p erformance issues; operational issues), perform Battle Damage Assessments,  and Battle Damage Repairs. C.2.7 The FSR(s) shall provide a weekly report of  actions to the COR and HQs AFSC in accordance with the Contract Data  Requirements List (CDRL 01). This report shall include: the number of fielded  vehicles worked on, man-hours expended per vehicle, vehicl e serial numbers,  model number(s), problems encountered, name/designation of units assisted,  quantity and type of parts and assemblies required, the number of parts  provided to units (if applicable), and disposition of deficient parts (if  applicable). C.2.8  The FSR(s) shall develop a Government approved Quality  Assurance vehicle inspection checklist to verify proper kit installation and  full mission capability. The checklist details the AoA condition, any damage  to the vehicle as a result of the AoA, and any repair to the AoA or to the  vehicles. The Government will use this checklist to record process quality  control, and it will be signed by a certifying Government person who will  certify that the work on a given vehicle has been completed to standard (s).  C.2.9  The Contractor shall provide a contingency plan to the Government in  case of emergency absence of an FSR. This plan shall indicate how the  Contractor intends to back-fill the empty FSR position in order to continue  the contracted support in the the ater. C.2.10  All Contractor personnel are  authorized to work a flexible 12 hour workday, seven days a week, to  accommodate vehicle availability, or may be directed to work a compressed  schedule of not less than six days, 84 hours per week at the discretion of the  Site Manager/COR, dependant upon workload. C.2.11  The FSR(s) will serve as  a working member of the installation teams, as needed. The FSR may be required  to travel to other countries within the SWA AOR on a temporary basis to  provide assistance. Per Diem expenses associated with any such Governme nt- directed stay in Kuwait will be reimbursed by the Government. C. 2.12  Should  the occasion arise that there are no vehicles or kits available, the  Contractor Personnel may be assigned to other duties, as assistants to the AoA  contractor, at the discretion of the Site Manager/ COR. The Site Manager/COR  may assign ge neral duties to prepare for incoming vehicles of kits, inventory  all equipment, or other general maintenance tasks in support of the mission.  C.3  Material and Equipment C. 3.1  The Government will provide all  facilities, installation labor, special tools, material handling equipment  (MHE), material, and supplies to support the effort. Disposition of removed  parts will be directed by the Government. The Government shall be  responsible for the transportation of the vehicles and kits to the proper  locations. Production coordination will be provided by FORSCOM. C.3.2  The  FSR(s) shall be capable of providing digital photos as directed by the  performance certifier. C.3.3  The Contractor shall ensure that deployed  employees possess the required civilian licenses to operate the equipment  necessary to perform the duties IAW the terms and conditions of the contract  in the theater of operations in accordance with this Sc ope of Work. Before  operating any military owned or leased equipment, the contract employee shall  provide proof of license (issued by an appropriate governmental authority) to  the unit or agency issuing the equipment. C.4  Travel C.4.1  All travel  shall be conducted in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations. The  Contractor shall obtain all necessary visas and passports required by each  employee. C.4.2  The Contractor shall ensure that all deployed employees that  are U.S. citizens receive all required mission training and successfully  complete the training. The training shall take place at one of the CONUS  Replacement Centers (CRC) locations. Personnel transferring from other  locations in the SWA theater of operations are exempt from the CRC  requirements stated in C.4.2 and C.4.3. C.4.3  The Contractor is responsible  for coordinating and providing travel to the CRC prior to deployment and  travel from CRC upon return from deployment. FSR personnel are required to  process through the CRC upon return from CENTCOM theater of operation s in  order to return issued identification badges, organizational clothing, and  equipment to Government control. C.4.4  The Government shall provide  transportation into and out of Iraq and Afghanistan for contract employees and  equipment from Kuwait. The flights into and out of Iraq and Afghanistan shall  be by military aircraft. C.4.5  The Government will furnish on-site  transportation for contract employees located in Iraq and Afghanistan. The  Contractor will be required to provide transportation to and from the sites in  Kuwait. C.5  The Government shall provide the contract employees with  Chemical Defensive Equipment (CDE) familiarization training commensurate with  the training provided to Department of Defense civilian employees. The  training and equipment will be provided at the CONUS Replacement Center (CRC)  for employees traveling from CONUS. C. 6  The Government shall provide the  contract employees with the necessary ISOPREP and FPI/SERE training. This  training will be conducted at the CRC. C.7  The Contractor shall ensure that  all deploying individuals have the required identification tags and cards  prior to deployment. Contractor employees will maintain all issued cards and  tags on their person at all times while OCONUS. These cards and ta gs shall be  obtained through CRC, and shall be obtained through CRC, and shall be promptly  returned to the Government upon redeployment. The Performance Certifier will  also sign DD 250s for this effort. If the Performance Certifier is  unavailable, the PCO will sign DD 250s. C.8  The Contractor shall ensure  that their employees obtain appropriate VISAs, including VISA 18 as required.  C.9  Contractor employees are required to have a Secret Security Clearance to  perform field service effort in the Southwest Asia (SWA) theater of  operations. C.10  The Government does require a medical screening at the CRC  for FDA approved immunizations, which shall include DNA Sampling. C.11  The  contract employee accompanying the force is not authorized to wear military  uniform, except for specific items required for safety and security. If  required, the Government at its discretion may provide to the contract  employees all military un ique Organizational Clothing and Individual  Equipment (OCIE). C.12 While performing duties IAW the terms and conditions  of the contract, the Service Theater Commander will provide force protection  to the contract employee commensurate with that given to Service/Agency (e.g.  Army, Navy) civilians in the operations ar ea unless otherwise stated in each  Task Order. C.13  The Government at its discretion may provide the contract  employee deployed in the theater of operations, on a cost reimbursable basis,  emergency medical and dental care commensurate with the care provided to  Department of Defense civilians deployed in the theater of operations. This  is subject to availability of such medical and dental care. The providing of  such care does not include local nationals under normal circumstances. C.14   Living under field conditions: At any time, should the contract employee be  called forward into Iraq and Afghanistan, the Government shall provide the  contract employee deployed in the theater of operations the equivalent field  living conditions, s ubsistence, emergency medical and dental care, sanitary  facilities, mail delivery, laundry services, and other available su pport  afforded to Government employees and military personnel in the theater of  operations, unless otherwise specified in the contract. C.15  Morale,  Welfare, Recreation: The Government shall, when approved by the installation  or Theater Commander and consistent with the authorization, terms, and  conditions specified elsewhere in the Task Order, provide the contract  employee deployed in the theater of operations morale, welfare, and recreation  services commensurate with that provided to Department of Defense civilians  and military personnel deployed in the theater of operations. Some of these  services may be limited to US personnel only. C.16 Next of Kin Notification:  Before deployment, the Contractor shall ensure that each contract employee  completes a DD Form 93, Record of Emergency Data Card, and returns the  completed form to the designated Government official and a copy to the contra  cting officer. All Contractor personnel will receive and use CAC Cards to be  issued from CRC or AFSC. C.17  As Executive Agent for mortuary affairs, the  Army will facilitate the notification of Next of Kin (NOK) in the event that a  U.S. citizen contract employee accompanying the force OCONUS dies, requires  evacuation due to injury, or is reported missing. The Department of the Army  will ensure that the Contractor notifies the employees primary and secondary  NOK. In some cases, an Army notification officer may accompany the employers  representative. Notification support by the Army is dependent upon each  contract employee completing, and updating as necessary, the DD Form 93,  Record of Emergency Data Card. C.18  Contract employees in support of U.S.  military operations are not permitted to carry personally owned firearms.  Contract employees normally shall not be armed during active military  operations; however, the Combatant Commander my authorize issue of standard  military side arms and ammunition to selected personnel for personal self- defense. In this case, weapons familiarization, qualification, and briefings  on rules of engagement, shall be provided to the contract employees, completed  at the CRC. Even if authorized, acceptance of weapons by the personnel is  voluntary, and must be permitted by their employer. C.19  The contract shall  at all times remain contractually responsible for the conduct of its  employees. The Contractor shall promptly resolve to the satisfaction of the  Government, all contract employees performance and conduct problems identified  by th e Government. Failure to correct such problems may result in the  Government directing the Contractor, at the Contractors own expense, to  replace and, where applicable, repatriate any employee who fails to comply and  adhere to instructions and general orde rs issued by the Combatant Commander  or his/her designated representative. Such action may be taken at the  Governments discretion without prejudice to its rights under any other  provision of this contract, including the Termination for Default Clause. C.20   If any contract employee departs an area of operation without permission,  the Contractor will ensure continued performance in accordance with the terms  and conditions of the work directive. If the Contractor replaces an employee  who departs without permission, the replacement is at the Contractors  expense and must be complete within 72 hours, unless otherwise directed by the  contracting officer. Provisions and Clauses: The following provisions and  clauses apply to this acquisition. The FAR provision 52.212-1 Instructions to  Offerors Commercial Items; and 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and  Certifications Commercial Items are incorporated by refer ence. The  provision at 52.212-2 applies to this acquisition and is provided in full  text. FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation  Commercial Items (JAN 1999): (a) The  Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the  responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitatio n will be most  advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The  following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (1) Technical  The  government will evaluate whether the offered services meet the requirements as  identified in the SOW; i.e., knowledge of, experience with, and ability to  reach back to the OEM to obtain technical assistance with the crew protection  and Tactical Wheeled Vehicle modification and enhancement kits, (2) Past  Performance - The offeror must demonstrate its record of successful  performance in past contracts and/or jobs, Government and/or commercial. Each  offeror will be evaluated on its performance under existing and prior  contracts/jobs. The offero r must list at least three contracts/jobs and  include the following information. (1) Name of Government agency/Company; (2)  Contract number, if applicable; (3) Dates of Service/Employment; (4) Total  contract value/Hourly wage; (5) Description of contract w ork/Job duties; (6)  Contracting Officer/Company Manager and telephone number; (7) Program Manager  and telephone number, if applicable, and (3) Price  The government will  evaluate offers based on prices proposed for the FSRs. Technical  Ability is the most important factor, slightly more important than Past  Performance which is significantly more important than cost. Technical  Ability  This factor is most important as the Government is seeking to  acquire contractor support personnel that possess highly specialized  knowledge, expertise and skills relative to the specified crew protection and  TWV modification and e nhancement kits. Personnel must be trained experts and  capable of providing training to others in all facets of crew protection (or  Add-on-Armor) and TWV modifications, enhancements or upgrade kits, and  installation of those kits. These contractors will n eed to have the  capability to directly reach back to the factory engineers for support for  damaged equipment. Past Performance  This factor is slightly less important  than Technical Ability and significantly more important than price due to the  criticality of the mission and the direct impact to soldiers' safety and  survivability. The Government is seeking a c ontractor with a history of  professional standards, excellent workmanship, adherence to schedules,  providing valuable administrative support, and cooperative behavior and  commitment to the customer and the mission. Price  This factor is  significantly less important than either Technical Ability or Past  Performance. (b) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award  purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the  basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable  if the option prices are significantl y unbalanced. Evaluation of options  shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). (c) A  written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise  furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified  in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by  either party. Before t he offer's specified expiration time, the Government  may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are  negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is  received before award. The following FAR clauses are applicable: DFARS  252.247-7024, 252.211-7003, 252.204-7004, 252.231-7000, 252.243-7001, 252.204- 7003, 252.203-7001, 252.205-7000, 252.225-7012, 252.243-7002. 252.209-7001,  252.225-7040; FAR 52.242-4591, 52.247-4545, 52.20 2-1, 52.203-3, 52.211-15,  52.203-5, 52.233-1, 52.215-8, 52.215-2, 52.203-8, 52.203-6, 52.233-3, 52.247- 63, 52.219-9, 52.229-3, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.232-17, 52.222-36, 52.232-1,  52.232-11, 52.253-1, 52.243-7, 52.203-10, 52.242-13, 52.249-8, 52.243-1,  52 .204-7, 52.232-33, 52.246-25, 52.243-1, 52.203-12, 52.232-8, 52.222-37,  52.2 19-8, 52.209-6, 52.203-7, 52.232-25, 52.222-39, 52-204-4, 52.233-4,  52.243-7, 52.252-6, 52.248-1, 52.201-4500, 52.204-8, 52.204-6, 52.211-2,  52.211-4510, 52.215-4583, 52.228-3, 52.228-4, 52.249-1 and 52.233-2. Upon  request, the Contracting Officer will pr ovide full text copies of the FAR  provisions and clauses. The provisions and clauses may also be accessed  electronically at http://www.arnet.gov and  http://www.hhs.gov/ogam/oam/procurement/hhsar.html. CONTRACTORS INTENDING TO  CONDUCT BUSINESS WITH THE FEDE RAL GOVERNMENT MUST REGISTER WITH THE  DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION (CCR) DATABASE. THE CCR  IS THE PRIMARY GOVERNMENT REPOSITORY, WHICH RETAINS INFORMATION ON GOVERNMENT  CONTRACTORS. YOU MAY REGISTER VIA THE INTERNET AT HTTP://WWW.C CR.GOV OR BY  CALLING (888) 227-2423. Proposal Submission Instructions: The Contractor  shall provide evidence of, or submit a written response to, the technical  evaluation factors in FAR 52.212-2. In addition, the Contractor shall submit a  completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 with its offer. All res ponsible offerors may  submit a proposal, which shall be considered by the Agency. Offers are due NLT  June 23, 2006, 1300 p.m. CST. All offers are to be submitted electronically  to [Please use the link below]. POC is Linda Lueders, AMSFS-CCF-A, 309/782-3712  or by fax at (309)782-4903. Acceptance Period: Your proposal must stipulate  that it is predicated upon all the terms and conditions of this RFP. Point of  Contact Linda Lueders, Contracting Officer, Phone 309/782-3712, Fax 309/782- 4903, Email [Please use the link below]