This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.6. Award will be made in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 13.5 using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being accepted and a written solicitation will not be issued. Purchase Request Number F4SVP442460300 is issued as a request for quotation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2001-24. The NAICS Code is 611610; size standard $6M. Award is anticipated on 20 Sep 04. Interested persons may express their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by submitting proposals no later than 17 Sep 04, 2:30 P.M. (CT).SPECIALTY CAMP “Drama Workshop” OVERVIEW: Air Force Services Family Member Program has sponsored the youth Specialty Camps since 1999. Special funds have been allocated to support the children of deployed and duty separated Air Force members to increase opportunities in a recreational or educational experience. Professionals with an expertise in their field will conduct the specialty camps. The experts will travel to each Air Force Base to conduct the camps. OBJECTIVES: 1. To provide youth ages 7-18, an opportunity to learn through experience, the skills needed to participate in a one-act theatre performance. 2. Conduct a basic education seminar for staff and volunteers covering the organization of children’s theatre programs SPECIFICS OF SERVICE: Performing Arts Specialty Camp: Conduct up to 6 theatre camps at various Air Force Bases throughout the continental United States. Camps will be a week in length and will be conducted in at least 6-hour daily sessions. Provide hands-on technical training as well as lectures designed to prepare participants to implement theater programs, talent shows, and other community participation events. A performance of (at least) one original play offering entertaining and educational values. Will provide adult participants with all workshop materials, resources, in order to continue providing positive theatre experience for youth. Materials include plays that include ethics decisions, responsible choices, and decision-making designed to improve the moral compass of youth. Contractor will ensure that each child is able to participate in the production. Contractor is responsible for transportation, lodging and food for all participants. Educational Seminars: Conduct up to 16 educational one-day seminars at selected bases for youth staff and volunteers covering the organization of children’s theatre programs. Seminars are to include hands-on technical training as well as lectures designed to prepare participants in implementing theater programs and training in the development of a full-scale theatre production. Seminar should include instruction on conducting auditions and rehearsals that culminate in a finished theatre production ready for a public performance. Provide a “how-to” discussion in which staff would participate in but not limited to theatre games for children, warm up activities, and instructional aides... Each seminar would provide a complete 13-play package which includes an Operation and Procedures Guide, all necessary materials and resources at no cost for each facility. PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF CONTRACTOR: Contractor must have an ongoing and proven training and education program that prepares adults and youth, who have no previous theatre arts or performing arts training, to develop and carry out a basic youth/adult theatre program, stage youth/adult talent shows, and other community participation events. Contractor must show recognition from at least one national organization i.e. Academic Excellence Award; Innovative Teaching Concepts Award of Excellence; The International Child Art Foundation etc. Contractor must be willing to provide any/all of the 13 Original Plays including: Finding Cinderella, Merlin and the Magic Sword, Ghost at Goat Rock, Rhinestone Ranger, Sir Gawain and the Loathly Lady, The Story of Valentine’s Day, Inner Winners, Halloween Court, Squanto and the First Thanksgiving, Cat and Mouse, The Rocking Horse, No….I Said No, and It’s Cool. Contractor personnel must be able to speak, read, write and understand English. Contractor is required to perform and have on file an individual security check for each instructor. Security checks shall be conducted by a nationally recognized organization to include drug screenings and ensure prevention of child abuse. Youth Specialty Camps: Specialty Youth Camps will be conducted at the following 6 locations: Tinker AFB, U.S. Air Force Academy, Nellis AFB, McConnell AFB, Goodfellow AFB, and Los Angeles AFB. Staff/Volunteer Drama Training Seminar: Staff/Volunteer Drama Training will be conducted at the following 16 locations: Whiteman AFB, MO; Offutt AFB, NE; Mt. Home AFB, ID; Minot AFB, ND; Davis Monthan, AZ; Beal AFB, CA; Langley AFB, VA; Vandenberg AFB, CA; Hill AFB, UT; Eglin AFB, FL; McGuire AFB, NJ; Andrews AFB, MD; Randolph AFB, TX; Laughlin AFB, TX; Sheppard AFB, TX; and Keesler AFB, MS. A firm-fixed price award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the quote that provides the best value to the Government. Interested parties capable of providing the above must submit a written price quote to include discount terms and cage code. All responses will be considered, but must be submitted on the requirement included in this synopsis. Since award will be based on initial responses, it is encouraged to offer your most advantageous pricing in your initial response. To be eligible to receive an award resulting from this solicitation, contractor must be registered in the DoD Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database, NO EXCEPTIONS. To register, you may call 1-888-227-2423 or apply via the Internet at http://www.ccr.gov. As the award will be made using (SAP), the evaluation procedures at FAR 13.106-2 will be used. All responsible sources may submit a quote. Responses to this notice shall be provided in writing via e-mail to A1C Courtney Linde or TSgt Anthony J. Smith at
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[email protected] no later than 17 Sep 04, 2:30 P.M. (CT). The following clauses and provisions can be viewed on the Internet at the Air Force FAR Site, http://farsitehill.af.mil Offerors must also include a completed copy of the provisions at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Items, 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations, and 52.219-1 Alternate I, Small Business Program Representation and DFARS 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Items. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following clauses also apply: 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items. Paragraph (c) of this clause is tailored as follows: (c) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties, with the exception of: (1) Administrative changes such as changes in the paying office, appropriation data, etc. (2) No cost amended shipping instructions (ASI) if—(A) The ASI modifies a unilateral purchase order, and (B) The contractor agrees verbally or in writing, (3) Any change made before work begins if—(A) The change is within scope of the original order, (B) The contractor agrees; (C) The modification references the contractor’s verbal or written agreement. 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items with these additional FAR clauses marked: 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans (38 U.S.C. 4212); 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (29 U.S.C. 793); 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (38 U.S.C.4212); 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (31 U.S.C. 3332); 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System; 52.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration; 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998). In addition, DFAR 252-212-7001 with these additional clauses being applicable: 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration; and 252.232-7009, Payment by Electronics Funds Transfer.