INTRODUCTION
TheGovernmentoftheDistrictofColumbia,OfficeofContractingandProcurement(OCP),herebyrequestsapplicationstoestablishaMultipleAwardScheduleforIndustrial Servicespursuanttothe Procurement Practices Reform Act of 2010, effective April 8, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-371; D.C. Official Code § 2-351.01 et seq.,andtheDistrictofColumbiaSupplySchedule(DCSS)Program. TheDCSS ProgramprovidesDistrictcustomeragencieswithcompetitivechoices,reducedprocurementprocessingtimeandincreasedlevelsofutilizationofCertified Business Enterprises (CBEs).
Theapplicant must agree to enter into a contract in the form of the DCSSContractattached as Attachment Aandagree to be bound by the DistrictofColumbiaStandardContractProvisionsforUsewithDistrictofColumbiaGovernmentSupplies and ServicesContractsattached as Attachment B. ItiscriticalthatyoureviewtheDCSScontract termsandconditions(Contract) andthe StandardContractProvisions (SCP) before completing the application process.
Completionandsubmissionoftheapplicationwillbedoneelectronically via email
Forinformation,pleasecontact James Webb, (202) 724-4021,r Juva Hepburn, (202) 724-3938, .
TheDCSS is designatedonly for vendors that are CBEs under the provisions of the “Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2014”, D.C. Official Code § 2-218.01 et seq., as amended.
For information on the CBE certification process, vendors must contact the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) at (202) 727-3900.
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SECTION 1
OVERVIEW
HowDo We Do It?The applicantoffers supplies orservices (within the scope ofthe DCSS) and adoptsoroffersprices fromanexistingfederal contract. Ifthe applicantalreadyhas a federalcontractconsistentwiththe DCSS scope, prices no greater than those fromthatcontractshallbeoffered.
The approved applicantwill enter into a contract (Attachment A) with the DistrictofColumbiawhich will include DCSSterms and conditions and orderingprocedures thatfollow DistrictofColumbiaprocurementcodes, policiesand guidelines.
Once the contracthas been awarded, the contractormarketsthe services andsupplies, distributes the authorized price listand providesDCSSstaffwith amonthlyreportofallsales transactions. The customeragency may orderthroughOCP orutilize a District of Columbia purchase cardto orderdirectlyfromthecontractortoreceivethe suppliesand services.
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Whatifmy companyofferssimilar supplies or servicesunder a federalmultipleaward or other federalcontract?Whatifmycompanydoesnothave afederalmultipleaward orother federalcontract?
Ifthe applicanthas a federalcontractforservices orsupplies consistentwiththe scope ofthe DCSS, the applicantshallofferto the Districtprices thatareno greaterthan theapplicant’s own federalcontract.
Ifthe applicantdoes nothave its ownfederalcontract, itmayadopt thepricingschedule ofanothercontractor’s federalcontractforsupplies orservices within the scope ofthe DCSS.In this case, the applicant’s pricesshallbe no greaterthan the adopted federalcontractprices. In orderto avoidseriouslyunderpricingoroverpricingits supplies orservices, the applicantisencouraged to examine its costofdoingbusiness, includingoverheadexpenses,managementcapabilities, strategic goals and otherfactors, beforeadoptinganothercontractor’s federalprice schedule. Applications submittedwithoutan adopted federalcontractwillbe rejected and willnotbeconsidered foraward
Customerreferencesmustbe provided to demonstrate thatan applicanthas asatisfactoryrecord ofpastperformance andis qualified to provide the servicesand suppliesoffered fromanothercontractor’s federalcontract.The DCSS applicantshould ensure thatthere is asubstantialmatch between the skills in the DCSSapplicationand theadoptedfederalcontract. Forsupplies, theapplicantmustprovide writtenevidenceatthe timeofsubmittingits LetterofOfferthatitisauthorized to sellthe supplies and provide related services(e.g.,maintenance,installation, repair, and training). Written authorizations frommanufacturersordistributorswillmeetthis requirementforresale ofproducts and theprovision ofrelated trainingand services.
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MakeUsAn Offer
The applicantwillbe required tocomplete and submitthe documentation required in Section 5.
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Whatsuppliesandservicescannotbe offered?
Allsupplies and services beingoffered musthavealreadybeen competitivelyevaluated and awardedvia a federalcontract. The applicantmayuse its ownfederalcontract, ormay adoptthe pricingschedule ofanothercontractor’sfederalcontract,provided thatthe supplies and services are within the scopeofthe DCSS application. Ifthe supplies and servicesoffered are notwithinthe scope of the DCSS application and do notreside on an alreadyexistingfederal contract, theywillbe excludedbecause pricingmustbe based onanantecedentcontract.
Vendors offeringproprietaryproducts forwhich there is onlyonesource willbe excluded because nofederalaward contractwillexist.
Onlysupplies and servicesapproved forthe DCSS maybe includedwithin thescope ofthe respectiveapplication.
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SECTION 2
CONTRACT TYPE, SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICE/COST
2.1DESCRIPTION OFSERVICES OR SUPPLIES
The District of Columbia,Office of ContractingandProcurement(OCP), on behalf of Districtagencies is seekingcontractors to provide Industrial Services.
2.2CONTRACTTYPE
The District contemplates awards of Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity(ID/IQ)type contracts.Contractsresultingfrom this requestwillallow Districtagencies to usethis vehicle toprocure a wide varietyof services or supplies. The workshall be accomplished in themanner andwithin the scope and time specified in either anindividualTaskOrder (TO) orPurchase Order (PO).
2.3SELECTION OFFEDERALMULTIPLEAWARD CONTRACT
Ifthe applicanthas its ownfederalawardcontract, it must offer pricesthatare no greaterthan the pricessetforthwithinthatcontract.
Ifthe applicantdoes not have its ownfederalcontract, it mayadopt the pricingschedule ofanother contractor’sfederalcontractfor supplies or services in accordance with the scopeofthis request. In this event, the applicant’spricesshall beno greater than the adoptedfederalcontractprices.
2.4REQUIRED INFORMATION
The applicant is required to complete and return the documentation described in Section 5. Applicationssubmittedwithouttheadoptedfederalschedulecontractandpricingwill be rejected andwill notbe considered foraward.
2.5ORDERINGLIMITATIONSAND INFORMATION
The servicesandsuppliesshall be provided onlyasauthorized bythe TOs orPOsissued in accordance with theorderingproceduresdescribed inthe contract. The totalvalue of taskorders/purchase ordersshall bein compliance with theorderinglimitations below. Exceptfor anylimitations on quantities or dollarssetforthbelow,there is no limit on the number of taskorders/purchase ordersthatmaybe issued.TheDistrictmayissue taskorders/purchase ordersfor services orsuppliesfor multiple projectsatmultiple locationssimultaneously.
MINIMUM ORDER: The District guarantees the minimum order for each awardee in an amount of ten dollars ($10.00) for the base year and each of the option years. The District is not obligated to order any supplies or services beyond the stated minimum.
MAXIMUM ORDER: For any TO or PO, the maximum order limitation shall be no greater than the maximum contract ceiling amount.
MAXIMUM CONTRACT CEILING: The maximum contract ceiling for each schedule varies per year and is outlined below:
Schedule Contract Ceiling / Schedule Contract$750,000.00 / Printing & Document Management
$900,000.00 / Engineering & Logistics Services
$400,000.00 / Advertising, Novelties, Souvenirs, Promotional & Specialty Products
$500,000.00 / Audit & Financial Management Services
$500,000.00 / Medical Equipment & Supplies
$500,000.00 / Training Services
$900,000.00 / Marketing, Media & Public Information
$500,000.00 / Moving & Logistics Services
$850,000.00 / Security Equipment, Security Services & Emergency Preparedness
$10 million / Industrial Services
$900,000.00 / Industrial Supplies & Apparel
$5 million / Furniture & Furniture Management Services
$5 million / Office Supplies, General
$10 million / Temporary Support Services
$10 million / Information Technology Equipment and Software
$10 million / Mission Oriented Business Integrated Services
2.6PRICING
a.Pricesthatare adoptedfrom a federalcontract to establish the DCSScontractshallbecome the itemceilingratesunder the DCSScontract.
b. Pricesofferedshall beno greater than the pricesfor the currentcontractperiodestablishedunder the adoptedfederalcontractat thetimeof award. For example, inthe eventthat the currentfederalpriceswhichyouintend to adoptare in ayear otherthan the base year,youshalladopt those prices or prices no greater than those prices,asyour base year pricesandcontinue to offer prices no greater than the pricessetforthin the remainingfederalcontractperiods. In the eventthatpricesfor the adoptedfederalcontractare in the last option periodand the period of performance oftheDCSScontractwillcontinue beyond the last option period ofthe adoptedfederalcontract, the contractorshalladoptandoffer pricesthatare no greater thanthatlastperiod.
c.The pricing letter shall be submitted on your company letterhead.
d. The pricing sheets shall be required prior to contract award. The pricing sheet must contain company’s name and continuous page numbers at the bottom.
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2.7`BASE YEAR/OPTION YEARS AND PRICING
a.The applicantshallidentifyallsuppliesor servicesthat the applicantwillprovidefrom the federal multiple award or other federalschedule contractfor Industrial Services as describedin Section 3 of this request. Please complete and submit itemdescriptionsandpricesfor eachperiodlistedbelow.
b.Ifthe applicantintends to offer the entire pricingschedule ofthe adoptedfederalcontract, simplyindicate for eachcategorybelow “applicantherebyadopts the entireprice schedule or catalog.”
c.List all supplies, services labor categories and related prices for the base year and each option year of the contract.
2.8SALES DISCOUNTS
DCSS contractors shall provide the District discounts based on the aggregate purchases made under the DCSS. Contractors shall remit, as a discount on sales, one percent (1%) of all Purchase Orders, Task Orders, and purchase cards transactions under their contract on a monthly basis. The amount due shall be paid by check and delivered with each monthly sales report.
2.9 NUMBER OFFEDERALMULTIPLEAWARDSELIGIBLEFOR ADOPTION
Applicantsmayadopttwofederalmultipleawardorotherfederalcontractsintheirapplication.Theapplicantmayofferpricesthatarelowerornogreaterthanthepriceswithin the adoptedcontract.
2.10DEALERS OR SUPPLIERS
For contracts to provide supplies, if the Applicant is other than the manufacturer, the Applicant must submit prior to award of a contract, either:
a)A letter of commitment from the manufacturer which will assure the Applicant of a source of supply sufficient to satisfy the District’s requirements for the contract period, or
b)Evidence that the Applicant will have an uninterrupted source of supply from the manufacturer to satisfy the District’s requirements for the contract period.
2.11LIMITATION OF DCSS CONTRACTORS
The District reserves the right to limit the number of awardees for a given multiple award schedule.
SECTION 3
SPECIFICATIONS
3.1SCOPE: INDUSTRIAL SERVICES
The Government ofthe District of Columbia,Office of ContractingandProcurement(OCP), on behalf ofDistrictagenciesseekscontractorstoprovide the following servicesandsupplies in support of Industrial Services.
3.2TYPE OFSERVICES
- GroundsMaintenance:Servicesinclude but are not limited to:the planning,development,maintenance,managementandoperations,for groundsmaintenanceat oron District ofColumbia governmentfacilitiesand/or properties.Theseservices involve mowing,planting,seeding,fertilizing,raking,mulching,watering,pruning,weeding,aerating,andallservicesrelated to groundsmaintenance.
- Tree Planting/Trimming/Removal: Servicesinclude but are not limited to:theplanning,development,management,operation,andmaintenance of trees onDistrict ofColumbia governmentfacilitiesand/or properties.These servicesinvolve planting,trimming,removalandmulchingandallother servicesrelatingto tree planting/trimming/removal.
- Pest Control: Servicesinclude but are not limited to:the planning,development,management,operationsandmaintenance for pestcontrolandremovalat oronDistrict ofColumbia governmentfacilitiesand/or properties.These servicesinvolve applications of pesticides,trappingand/or removal of pests.
- Snow/Ice Removal:Servicesinclude but are not limited to:the planning,development,management,operations,andmaintenance of snow/ice removalatoron District ofColumbia governmentfacilitiesand/or properties.These servicesinvolve removal of snow/ice fromsidewalks,parkinglots, driveways,stepsandroofs,application of de-icingmaterialandallservicesrelatingto snow/iceremoval.
- Support Products: Productsdelivered in directsupport of services.Theseproductscouldinclude but are not limited to: pesticides,trees,shrubs,flowers,soil, sod, fertilizer,mulch,rock,landscaping,seeds,plants,ornamentalstructures,fencing,andanymaterialsneededfor orutilized in the performance ofa specifictaskunder this schedule.
- Support Training/ConsultationServices:Servicesinclude but are not limitedto: trainingand/or consultationservicesastheypertain to the planning,
development,management,operations,landscapingandmaintenance for thebeautification of District ofColumbia governmentfacilitiesand/or properties.
3.2.1.PAINTSAND SEALANTS
- Vehicle and IndustrialCommercialCoatings,Adhesives and Sealants:Includingtopcoats,primers,pretreatmentproducts,thinners, bodyfillersandrelatedproductsdesignedprimarilyfor, but not limited to usein the manufacture,repair,routine maintenance, or prevention ofthe formationandpropagation ofcorrosion on, optical or electricalapplications,equipment,vehicles,andmarineequipment.Anti-seize compounds,preservativesfor wood,metals,plastics ortextiles, andmaterials to convert oxide corrosion to protective coatings.Productscontainingeither lead or chromate must be prominentlyandproperlyidentifiedandlabeled.Productsmaybeakit or require a multi-componentsystemapplication.Applicationaccessoriesandequipment’smaybe included.Technicalsupport or trainingthat is normallyprovidedwithcommercialsales ofthis productmaybe included.
- ArchitecturalCommercialCoatings,Adhesives and Sealants:Architecturalcommercialcoatings,adhesives,andsealantsincludingtopcoats,sealers,fillersprimers,pre-treatmentproducts,thinners,andrelatedproductsdesignedfor, butnot limited to, construction,repair,marking,maintenance, or prevention oftheformationandpropagation of corrosion on structuralsurfaces, or for joiningstructuralmembers, in both interior andexterior applicationsfor eithercommercial or residentialstructures,foundationsandpavements.Coatingsincludeboth latexandalkydpaintsfor useon either wood or metalsurfaces,anti-seizecompounds,preservativesfor wood,metals,plastics ortextiles, coatingsandsealersfor concrete or asphaltpavementsandmaterials to convertmetal oxidecorrosion to protective coatings.Productscontainingeither lead or chromate mustbe prominentlyandproperlyidentifiedandlabeled.Productsmaybeakit orrequire a multi-componentsystemapplication.Applicationaccessoriesandequipment’smaybe included.Colorants-- Includescolor pigmentsfor on-the-spotcustom tintingof paints bythe painter.
- Stains,Varnishes,Sealers,Shellacs and Lacquers:Allcommercialtypesandsizes. Low VOCcompliantproductscontainingno ozone depletingsubstances orhazardousair pollutants(HAPS) are preferred.Productscontainingeither lead orchromate must be prominentlyandproperlyidentifiedandlabeled.Productsresistant to moisture,saltspray,hydrocarbons, or corrosives should be identifiedassuch.
- CoatingRemovers:Allcommercialtypesand sizes available for useonspecifiedsubstrates.Low VOC,biodegradable andHAPS-compliantproductscontainingno ozone depletingsubstancesare preferred.
- Applicators and Accessories:Allcommercialtypesand sizes for application ofpaints,varnishesandother coatings.Thisincludes, but is not limited to: brushes,mitts, sticks,rollers,roller covers,conditioners,grids,androller kits.
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- RecycledLatexPaint: Includeslatexpaintcertified to meet or exceed the U.S.EnvironmentalProtectionagencyRecoveredMaterialAdvisoryNotice (RMAN)standardsfor recoveredmaterialsasspecified in the Resource ConservationandRecoveryActSection 6002 Comprehensive ProcurementGuideline (CPG)."Consolidated"latexpaint(100% recoveredmaterial) refers to thatused to covergraffiti,where color andconsistencyof performance are not primaryconcerns."Reprocessed"latexpaint(20% recoveredmaterialfor white,off-white,pastel,50-99% recoveredmaterialfor gray,brown,earthtones,darkcolors) refers to thatusedfor interior andexterior architecturalapplications.
- Petroleumand Fuel:Solid fuels; liquid propellants,fuels, oxidizers, bothchemicalandpetroleumbase;fuel oils, cutting,lubricating,insulating,refrigeration,penetrating,vacuum pump, tempering,metalquenching,andhydraulicoils; greases,suchasautomotive,graphite,groundglass joint, heatdissipation,andhightemperature lithium greases;miscellaneousfatsand oils,suchasfish,pine,fog,andstorm oils; andwaxes,suchassealing,bone,paraffin,ski, exceptfor cleaningand polishingwaxes.
3.2.2PREPARATION AND APPLICATION OFCHEMICALCOMPOUNDS
- Surface Preparation:Servicesrelated to the preparationfor application ofchemicalcompounds to District ofColumbia vehicles,machineryandotherequipment. These servicesinclude surface preparationfor paintingandsealantapplication on vehiclesandother equipment or machinerysurface thatrequiresapplication of chemicalcompounds,suchaspaint,sealant,coatings, or adhesives.
- Application ofChemicalCompounds:Services involvingthe application ofchemicalcompounds to District of Columbiavehicles,machineryandotherequipment.These servicesinclude paintingandsealantapplication on vehiclesandother equipment or machinerysurfacesthatrequireapplication of chemicalcompounds,suchaspaint,sealant,coatings, or adhesives.
- Support Products:Productsinclude but are not limited to:paints,sealants,adhesives,brushes,coatingcompounds,non-slipcompounds,andaccessoriesneededfor orutilized in the performance ofa specific taskunder this solicitation.
- Support Training/ConsultationServices:Servicesinclude but are not limitedto trainingand/or consultationservicesastheypertain to preparationfor andapplication of chemicalcompounds to District ofColumbia vehicles,machineryandother equipment.
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3.2.3THE SERVICEDEPARTMENT
- Independent Elevator InspectionServices:Servicesinclude the performance ofcomplete independentinspection,testingandpreventative maintenance ofavarietyof verticaltransportationsuchaselevators,escalators, dumb waiters,wheelchair lifts,and movingwalkways,andinclude but are not limited to systems,equipmentandcomponentssuchas hoist wayandcar doors,guidesandoperatingdevices; hoistingmachines,sheavesandbrakes,motorsand motor generator sets; hoistingropes,governor ropes,safetyropes,compensationropes,operatingcables,governors,safeties,interlockandcontacts,guide railsand oilingdevices,terminal,slowdownandlevelingdevices,elevator cars,counterweights,andbuffers,machine rooms, hoist waysand pits, automatic andmanualemergencyfire service andemergencypower operations.
- Cable,Cord and Wire Assemblies:Servicesinclude cabling,wiringandrelatedwire conductor services. Includeswiringharnesses,electricalconductors/cablesand/or reinforcingmaterials.Included in this classare cable services usingfiberoptic conductors.
3.2.4TOOLS DEPARTMENT
- Hand Held Tools, Powered: Productsinclude but are not limited to thefollowing:Hammer Drills,Grinders,Routers,Sanders,Saws,Screwdrivers,Drills,Staplers,Nailers,Scribers,Torque Wrenches,Drivers,Riveters,PortableToolBoxes,CabinetsandChests.
- Hand Held Tools, Non-powered:Includingbut not limited to the following:SocketWrenches,Screwdrivers,Saws,Riveters,Scalars,Micro shavers,AirRegulators,Hammers,Drills,Grinders,ImpactWrenches,Sanders,Polishers,Nutrunners,Air Vacuums,SealantGuns,Nailers,Ratchets,Sockets,ScrewStarters,Pliers,Nippers,Mallets,Punches,Chisels,NailSets, CuttingandStrippingTools,MeasuringandSet-up/LayoutTools,Automotive SpecialtyTools,Connector Tools.
- AncillaryServices:Includes but is not limited to servicesnecessaryfor makeready,start-up,operator instructions,training,consultation,and/or tool kitassembly/etching.
SECTION 4
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE AND DELIVERABLES
4.1TERM OFCONTRACT
The term ofthe contractshall be for a period ofoneyear fromdate of awardspecified on the cover page ofthecontract.
4.2OPTION PERIOD
The Districtmayextend the term ofthe contractbyexercisingup to four (4),one-yearoption periods.
The totalduration ofthis contract,includingthe exercise of anyoptions,shall not exceedfive (5)years.
4.3DELIVERABLES
The contractor is required to submit monthly sales reports. Failure tosubmit the reports may be cause for termination ofthe contract orthe District’sdecision not toexercise an optiontoextenditsterm.
4.4MAXIMUM CONTRACTCEILING
a.The Districtreserves the right to increase ordecrease themaximum contractceilingfor this scheduleatanytimeby writtenmodification.
b.Noindividualorder or accumulatedamount of orderswithin a twelve-monthperiodplaced bythe Districtshallexceed $999,999.00, withoutobtainingprior approvalfromthe Council ofthe District of Columbia.
c.Contractingofficersare encouraged to seekprice reductionswhenordersexceedtenpercent(10%) ofthemaximum ceiling. The contractor agrees to negotiate pricereductionsfor anyitemswhenordersexceedten(10%) ofthemaximum ceiling.
4.551% DISTRICT RESIDENTS NEW HIRES REQUIREMENTS AND FIRST SOURCE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
For contracts for services in the amount of $300,000 or more, the contractor shall comply with the First Source Employment Agreement Act of 1984, as amended, D.C. Official Code §2-219.01 et seq. (First Source Act), in accordance withclause 35 of the Standard Contract Provisions, 51% District Residents New Hires Requirements and First Source Employment Agreement.
SECTION 5
APPLICATION
Thefollowingdetailsexactlywhat informationmust be included in yourapplication foraDCSScontract.Failuretosubmit all of thenecessary informationwillbecausetorejecttheapplication. The contractingofficerreserves the rightto waive anyofthese requirements.
Complete,signandreturnthe following documents electronically via email:
- Tax Certification/Affidavit, available at click on “Required Solicitation Documents”
- First Source Employment Agreement, available at click on “Required Solicitation Documents”
- EEO Compliance Forms, available at click on “Required Solicitation Documents”
- Letter of Offer (Attachment C)
- Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Rider Clause, available at click on “Required Solicitation Documents”
- Bidder/Offeror Certifications, available at click on “Required Solicitation Documents”
- For supplies,submitwrittensubstantiationthattheapplicantisauthorizedtosellthesuppliesandproviderelatedservices.
- For services, clearlyidentifylaborcategories and specific services beingoffered inthe price schedules forthe base and option years.
- Your price list - Iftheentirecontractcatalogorpricelistforservicesorsuppliesisnotbeingoffered,clearlyspecifythesuppliesandservicesthatarebeingofferedforyourDCSScontract.
- A copyofthecurrentfederalmultipleawardorotherfederalcontractwithpricing
- Required certificates of insurance
- A copy of each District of Columbia license, registration or certification that the applicant is required by law to obtain
- A copy of your capabilities or Mission Statement
•Providea minimumofthree customerreferences. Newcontractors, withoutpastperformance referencesin the name ofthecontractor, may providereferences forthe principalofthecontractingentity.
•Certification thatthe contractorand itspersonnelmeetthe minimumeducation/experience requirements, asstipulated in the currentfederalmultiple awardorotherfederalcontractbeingused to establish theDCSS.
SECTION 6
CONTRACTADMINISTRATION
6.1CONTRACTINGOFFICER (CO)
Only contracting officers may enter into, modify andsigncontracts on behalf ofthe District.
SECTION 7
SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
7.1 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR WAGE DETERMINATIONS
The contractor shall be bound by the most current Wage Determination issued by the U.S. Department of Labor in accordance with the Service Contract Act, 41 U.S.C. §§ 6701-6707 as of the date of award of the contract.If an option is exercised, the contractor shall be bound by the applicable wage rates at the time of the option. If the option is exercised and the contracting officer obtains a revised wage determination, the revised wage determination is applicable for the option periods and the contractor may be entitled to an equitable adjustment.
SECTION 8
INSTRUCTIONS,CONDITIONSAND NOTICES TO APPLICANTS
8.1 CONTRACTAWARD
8.1.1 MOSTADVANTAGEOUSTOTHE DISTRICT
The Districtintends to award multiple contractsto responsible applicants whose applications conformingto this requestwill bemostadvantageous to the District.
8.2 APPLICATION INFORMATION
DCSSapplication submission is on a continuousbasis.However, the Districtreserves the right to establish a closingordue date for anyandallapplications,andincorporate anyprovisionregardinglateapplicationsandamendments of applicationsat a later date bywrittenamendment to thisrequest.
8.3 EXPLANATIONTOPROSPECTIVEAPPLICANTS