FSG53 HARDD SPE4A2-26-R-0002 0005 Responses to Questions

Responses to questions for SPE4A2-26-R-0002-0005 for the Hardware Acquisition Recompete-DLA Direct:

1. Could you please confirm whether partial offers are acceptable, or if we are required to submit pricing for all listed part numbers? Additionally, could you clarify the offer submission process? Specifically, should we complete and return the Excel file provided, or is there another file to complete or method required for submission?

RESPONSE: Yes, partial offers are acceptable however a minimum of 45% of individual NSNs shall be priced for this action (Attachment 5-Section M pg 5). Proposals must be submitted through PIEE. Please make sure your company is registered in PIEE. The excel file should be filled out in addition to signing/filling in the original RFP and all modifications. Vendors are also expected to satisfy all requirements for the 4 Volumes and evaluation factors to be considered for award- Reference Attachment 4-Section L for instructions for additional submission information.

2. Regarding Schedule B, Columns AD and AE, DLA has requested we provide CAGE codes and manufacturer names. Many of the NSNs are available from multiple sources and our proposal will be based on the best price and delivery available at the time of submission. If awarded the DLA Delivery Order, may we use sources other than those listed on Schedule B? If we must send in a PAR each time the source of supply changes based on the best available delivery, it could delay getting parts to the end user.

For example, if we have multiple sources for a “1G” item, should we list our CAGE Code and company name in Columns AD and AE so we can provide DLA with the best option upon receipt of the Delivery Order? We plan to stock many of these items; however, if an item is not in stock, the flexibility to source the “1G” item from multiple suppliers would benefit the end user.

RESPONSE: Please provide the manufacturer CAGE for all source-controlled items. Listing the manufacturer is not required for 1G items.