This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for Virtual World Software and associated support services prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12.6. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotation are being requested a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation will result in a fixed price commercial services contract. Simplified procurement procedures will be used for this acquisition per FAR Part 13. The NAICS code is 541512. This requirement is for the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Intelligence and Analysis, 245 Murray Lane, Washington DC. The solicitation number for this effort is HSHQDC-13-Q-00430. The provisions and clauses incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. The full text of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) may be accessed on the Internet at http://farsite.hill.af.mil/. REQUIREMENT: The software will augment and enhance existing methods of communication and collaboration by allowing individuals and groups to meet online for a variety of class activities; including lectures, discussions, case studies, projects, papers and mentoring sessions through a Web-based, VW platform. Other benefits include new ways to collaboratively study, practice, discuss, create, and express the course subject under the supervision and support of an instructor. The VW platform will supplement traditional training methods by providing contextual 3D environments where students can work together to practice and understand concepts. DELIVERABLES: Twenty virtual world (VW) software perpetual licenses with 3D environment capabilities to support I&A critical mission curriculum requirements. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The period of performance shall be 12 months from date of award. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: DHS facility On-site training venue. The provision at 52.212-1 Instructions of Offerors - commercial applies to this quotation. Award will be made to the vendor that offers the best value to the Government. Clause 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certification-Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. The clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders are considered check and are applicable to this acquisition. 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government; 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel; 52.219-4 Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns; 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside; 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns; 52.222-3 Convict Labor; 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-39 Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees; 52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 351); 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons; 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration 3052.209-70 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTS WITH CORPORATE EXPATRIATES (JUN 2006) (a) Prohibitions. Section 835 of the Homeland Security Act, 6 U.S.C. 395, prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from entering into any contract with a foreign incorporated entity which is treated as an inverted domestic corporation as defined in this clause, or with any subsidiary of such an entity. The Secretary shall waive the prohibition with respect to any specific contract if the Secretary determines that the waiver is required in the interest of national security. (b) Definitions. As used in this clause: Expanded Afiliated Group means an affiliated group as defined in section 1504(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (without regard to section 1504(b) of such Code), except that section 1504 of such Code shall be applied by substituting `more than 50 percent' for `at least 80 percent' each place it appears. Foreign Incorporated Entity means any entity which is, or but for subsection (b) of section 835 of the Homeland Security Act, 6 U.S.C. 395, would be, treated as a foreign corporation for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Inverted Domestic Corporation. A foreign incorporated entity shall be treated as an inverted domestic corporation if, pursuant to a plan (or a series of related transactions)- (1) The entity completes the direct or indirect acquisition of substantially all of the properties held directly or indirectly by a domestic corporation or substantially all of the properties constituting a trade or business of a domestic partnership; (2) After the acquisition at least 80 percent of the stock (by vote or value) of the entity is held- (i) In the case of an acquisition with respect to a domestic corporation, by former shareholders of the domestic corporation by reason of holding stock in the domestic corporation; or (ii) In the case of an acquisition with respect to a domestic partnership, by former partners of the domestic partnership by reason of holding a capital or profits interest in the domestic partnership; and (3) The expanded affiliated group which after the acquisition includes the entity does not have substantial business activities in the foreign country in which or under the law of which the entity is created or organized when compared to the total business activities of such expanded affiliated group. Person, domestic, and foreign have the meanings given such terms by paragraphs (1), (4), and (5) of section 7701(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, respectively. (c) Special rules. The following definitions and special rules shall apply when determining whether a foreign incorporated entity should be treated as an inverted domestic corporation. (1) Certain Stock Disregarded. For the purpose of treating a foreign incorporated entity as an inverted domestic corporation these shall not be taken into account in determining ownership: (i) Stock held by members of the expanded affiliated group which includes the foreign incorporated entity; or (ii) stock of such entity which is sold in a public offering related to the acquisition described in subsection (b)(1) of Section 835 of the Homeland Security Act, 6 U.S.C. 395(b)(1). (2) Plan Deemed In Certain Cases. If a foreign incorporated entity acquires directly or indirectly substantially all of the properties of a domestic corporation or partnership during the 4-year period beginning on the date which is 2 years before the ownership requirements of subsection (b)(2) are met, such actions shall be treated as pursuant to a plan. (3) Certain Transfers Disregarded. The transfer of properties or liabilities (including by contribution or distribution) shall be disregarded if such transfers are part of a plan a principal purpose of which is to avoid the purposes of this section. (d) Special Rule for Related Partnerships. For purposes of applying section 835(b) of the Homeland Security Act, 6 U.S.C. 395(b) to the acquisition of a domestic partnership, except as provided in regulations, all domestic partnerships which are under common control (within the meaning of section 482 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) shall be treated as a partnership. (e) Treatment of Certain Rights. (1) Certain rights shall be treated as stocks to the extent necessary to reflect the present value of all equitable interests incident to the transaction, as follows: (i) warrants; (ii) options; (iii) contracts to acquire stock; (iv) convertible debt instruments; and (v) others similar interests. (2) Rights labeled as stocks shall not be treated as stocks whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so to reflect the present value of the transaction or to disregard transactions whose recognition would defeat the purpose of Section 835. (f) Disclosure. The offeror under this solicitation represents that [Check one]: __ it is not a foreign incorporated entity that should be treated as an inverted domestic corporation pursuant to the criteria of (HSAR) 48 CFR 3009.104-70 through 3009.104-73; __ it is a foreign incorporated entity that should be treated as an inverted domestic corporation pursuant to the criteria of (HSAR) 48 CFR 3009.104-70 through 3009.104-73, but it has submitted a request for waiver pursuant to 3009.104-74, which has not been denied; or __ it is a foreign incorporated entity that should be treated as an inverted domestic corporation pursuant to the criteria of (HSAR) 48 CFR 3009.104-70 through 3009.104-73, but it plans to submit a request for waiver pursuant to 3009.104-74. (g) A copy of the approved waiver, if a waiver has already been granted, or the waiver request, if a waiver has been applied for, shall be attached to the bid or proposal. To be awarded this contract, the offeror must be registered in SAM. SAM information may be found at www.sam.gov. Pricing shall be provided as follows: 1. Software - 1 each 2. Maintenance for Concurrent Maintenance User License - 20 each 3. Service (hours) 4. User Licenses Concurrent User License - 20 each QUOTATIONS ARE DUE to the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Procurement Operations, 245 Murray Lane, Washington, DC 20528 by September 12, 2013. All responsible sources may submit a quote which, if timely received, shall be considered. Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to:
[email protected] . The point of contact for this synopsis/solicitation is Sharon Johnson who can be reached at
[email protected] or by phone (202) 447-5804.