23--CARGO VAN RETROFIT

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0001) responds to vendor questions and attaches the Service Contract Act Wage Determination No. 2015-5637.

• Service Contract Act Wage Determination No. 2015-5637 is attached.

• The period of performance is stated as 05/01/2026 to 06/15/2026.

• Questions regarding this amendment should be directed to Victor Nuno, Contracting Officer, at victor_nuno@ios.doi.gov.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued under the Service Contract Act, specifically WD No. 2015-5637, Revision No. 31, with a last revision date of 12/03/2025. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in California, specifically for the counties of San Francisco and San Mateo.

• Geographic Area: California Counties of San Francisco and San Mateo.
• Applicability: This wage determination applies to service contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a detailed list of occupations, each with a corresponding code, title, and minimum hourly wage rate. These occupations span various categories, including Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Food Preparation, Furniture Maintenance, General Services, Health Occupations, Information and Arts, Information Technology, Instructional Occupations, Laundry/Dry-Cleaning, Machine Tool Operation, Materials Handling, Mechanics and Maintenance, Personal Needs, Plant and System Operations, Protective Service, Recreation, Stevedoring, Technical Occupations, and Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation.
• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations receive the following standard benefits:
  • Health & Welfare: $5.55 per hour (up to 40 hours/week) or $222.00 per week.
  • Vacation: 2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 12 years of service.
  • Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Special Notes:
  • Janitor Occupation: The rate for 'Janitor' applies only to San Mateo County. For San Francisco County, refer to WD 1974-1257.
  • Computer Employees: The determination may not apply to exempt computer professionals as defined by 29 C.F.R. Part 541. Conformance may be necessary for non-exempt computer employees.
  • Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017. Contractors must provide 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually.
  • Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage): Applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022 (and not renewed/extended after January 30, 2022). The minimum wage rate for 2025 is $13.30 per hour or the applicable wage rate on this determination, whichever is higher.
  • Hazardous Pay: Differentials of 8% or 4% apply for specific hazardous duties involving ordnance and explosives.
  • Uniform Allowance: Contractors must furnish uniforms or reimburse employees for costs, including cleaning/maintenance ($3.35/week or $.67/day), unless uniforms are "wash and wear" and require no special cleaning.
• Conformance Process: Information is provided on the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in the determination.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the van modification opportunity, clarifying requirements for cargo, storage, security, ventilation, and power.

• Cargo Dimensions & Weight: Maximum cargo dimensions and weights are detailed in an attached layout figure. The heaviest items are positioned to distribute weight along the van's length, not concentrated at the rear.
• Interior Storage: Drawers, shelves, and overhead storage are intended for tools and small support items, not for primary radar assemblies or heavy cargo.
• Securing Systems: Large Pelican cases and the radar box must be secured to prevent shifting during transport. Floor and wall anchor points (e.g., L-track) tied to vehicle hard points are recommended.
• Ventilation: Rear air conditioning is not required. A vent fan and roof-vent systems are sufficient for air movement and heat removal.
• Inverter Power: The inverter is intended for a computer, lighting, and other incidental low-power items. A 1000W pure sine wave inverter is appropriate. The radar system is not intended to be powered by the inverter.

This document clarifies specific technical and installation requirements, which may influence how bidders prepare their proposals and understand the scope of work.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a cargo van retrofit to safely transport a terrestrial radar system and associated scientific equipment for U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) field operations. The retrofit requires custom fabrication, electrical integration, structural reinforcement, and cargo management systems to ensure safe, secure, and reliable transport of mission-critical equipment. This action is set-aside for 100% small business participation.

• General: Provide a complete, turnkey retrofit solution using quality materials and workmanship, coordinating with USGS personnel.

• Interior: Install full insulation, sound-dampening, durable wall/ceiling panels, reinforced subflooring, and commercial-grade flooring.

• Electrical: Integrate alternator-based charging, provide fused electrical distribution, install inverters/DC components, and ensure sufficient system capacity with potential for future expansion.

• Storage/Framing: Design and install custom mounting systems for radar unit and equipment, provide secure storage solutions, and ensure components withstand transport forces.

• Load Securement: Install tie-down systems, anchor points, and cargo restraints, configuring layout for proper load distribution.

• Environmental: Provide ventilation and vibration-dampening measures, using weather-resistant materials.

• Deliverables: Design layout/integration plan, equipment specifications, electrical system design, completed retrofit, electrical schematics, as-built documentation, and warranty documentation.

• Period of Performance: 05/01/2026 to 06/15/2026 (45 calendar days after award).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the procurement follows FAR Part 12 procedures.

• Submission Deadline: April 27, 2026, 09:00 AM Pacific Time, via electronic mail to victor_nuno@ios.doi.gov.

• Questions Deadline: April 22, 2026, via email to victor_nuno@ios.doi.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering Technical Approach, Proximity to USGS Facility, Experience and Past Performance, and Price. Non-price factors are more important than price.

• This requirement is set-aside for 100% small business participation.

• Subject to Service Contract Act WD #2015-5637.

• The Government will provide the cargo van and the terrestrial radar system and associated equipment.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• The contractor's facility is preferred to be within approximately 250 miles of the USGS duty station at Moffett Field, CA 94035.