Questions and Answers

127EAV27Q0001 – GPR Survey Questions and Answers
1) May a small-business prime contractor utilize a qualified geophysical surveying subcontractor to perform the technical fieldwork and reporting while the prime manages contract administration, quality oversight, and deliverable coordination? a. The use of subcontractors is acceptable given that they are sufficiently qualified. Subcontractors would need to be identified in the solicitation response so that each response can be evaluated equivalently.
2) Are there specific limitations on subcontracting applicable to this solicitation? a. The use of subcontractors is acceptable given that they are sufficiently qualified. Subcontractors would need to be identified in the solicitation response so that each response can be evaluated equivalently.
3) May the prime contractor rely on the technical qualifications and past performance of its proposed subcontractor to meet the evaluation requirements? a. The use of subcontractors is acceptable given that they are sufficiently qualified. Subcontractors would need to be identified in the solicitation response so that each response can be evaluated equivalently. The technical qualifications and past performance of the prime contractor will also be evaluated as part of the source selection process.
4) Is there an estimated budget or government cost range available for the base requirement and optional survey locations?
a. No
5) Does the government anticipate permitting progress invoicing upon acceptance of completed project milestones?
a. Invoicing as the project progresses is anticipated, given that the Contractor is able to document or show that the work being invoiced has been completed. This is described in further detail in Section 6 of the SOW.

6) Section 2 of the SOW says confidential maps may be provided upon request. What is the approved process for an interested bidder to get the site and road-access information needed to price the Flagstaff base unit and both options before quotes are due? Please let us know what access approval or safeguards are required.
We are asking for the approved bidder-access process, not public release of archaeological locations. This is a clarification request, not a bid or order.
a. Maps of the exact project locations will not be provided at this time. Rough locations can be provided to show the road access. All locations will require travel on paved roads, gravel roads, and dirt roads that require 4-wheel-drive and