Local Telecommunication Service at Travis AFB, CA

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding Solicitation FA442726Q00080001 for Local Telecommunication Service at Travis AFB, CA.

• Incumbent Contractor: Granite Telecommunications, LLC is the incumbent.

• Set-Aside: The requirement is 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Past Performance Exemption: Offerors with prior CPARS and SPRS ratings are exempt from submitting Attachment 2 (Contractor Responsibility Verification) and Attachment PPQs, as detailed in SF 1449 Solicitation provisions FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2.

• International Long Distance: Not required.

• PWS Discrepancies: Paragraph 5.4.4 of the PWS has been corrected. Specific CCP and DID counts for locations have been clarified:

  • 631 E. St.: 72 CCP
  • 101 Bodin Circle: 72 CCP
  • 148 Dixon Ave.: 120 CCP

• Transition Timeframe: While the PWS indicates a 30-day cutover, the government requests an expedited cutover prior to the current contract's expiration on July 31, 2026, to ensure transition completion. This is due to the complexity of porting approximately 14,500 telephone numbers.

• Edge Boundary Controller (EBC) & Adtran: The government will provide PRI circuits from the Voice Protection System (VPS). Contractors are requested to provide, configure, and maintain an ADTRAN Total Access 908e (or similar PRI/SIP bridge).

• CSLs: CSLs shall be delivered digitally with SIP and a PRI/SIP bridge. Location-based E911 is required for Camp Parks, while Travis AFB E911 is handled by the Base PSAP.

• Dedicated Circuits: Dedicated circuits to each site are preferred for redundancy.

• Historical Usage: Average of 110 max concurrent calls per day, with occasional peaks up to 250.

• The proposal due date has been extended by two weeks.

• PWS Paragraph 5.4.4 has been corrected.

• Attachment 2 (Contractor Responsibility Verification) has been amended regarding past performance requirements.

• The requirement for POTS lines at Camp Parks has been removed, and it can interface with an IP SIP circuit.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation FA442726Q0008 incorporates the following changes:

• Revised Attachment 1: PWS - FY26 Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) V6, dated April 29, 2026.

• Revised Attachment 2: Contractor Responsibility Verification.

• Revised Attachment 4: Past-Present Performance Questionnaire.

• Revised Attachment 7: RFI Questions and Answers.

• Extended the RFQ deadline to May 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT.

• Attachment 1 (PWS)

• Attachment 2 (Contractor Responsibility Verification)

• Attachment 4 (Past-Present Performance Questionnaire)

• Attachment 7 (RFI Questions and Answers)

• The proposal response due date has been extended from May 4, 2026, to May 18, 2026.

• The RFQ deadline has been extended to May 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to the "Contractor Responsibility Verification" information. It provides the full text of FAR 9.103 and FAR 9.104, which outline the criteria for determining contractor responsibility. It also includes a form for offerors to confirm their ability to meet these requirements, covering:

• Financial Resources: Evidence of sufficient funds or ability to obtain them.
• Meeting Delivery Requirement: Ability to comply with proposed schedules.
• Performance Record: Confirmation of satisfactory past performance.
• Business Integrity and Ethics: Certification of accurate information regarding exclusions and proceedings.
• Organizational Structure: Adequacy of current structure and ability to address deficiencies.
• Production Capabilities: Availability of necessary equipment and facilities.

This amendment provides the complete text and a verification form related to contractor responsibility, superseding any previous information on this topic.

Bidders must review and be prepared to provide documentation or certifications related to these contractor responsibility factors as part of their proposal submission. The form included in this amendment should be completed and submitted as required.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing essential local area and long-distance Telecommunication Services (TS) and features supporting Travis Air Force Base (TAFB). The goal is to acquire these services in a performance-based manner, encouraging the contractor to suggest improvements to existing processes.

• Provide all labor, tools, facilities, materials, and services for local access to designated circuit demarcation points.

• Services include equipment, wiring, and infrastructure compatible with the Government's current infrastructure.

• Access to local exchange includes operator assistance functions.

• Services exclude residential or business services for non-Government entities or contractors.

• Contractor shall provide and install transmission equipment and cables for local exchange access and transport service circuits.

• Contractor shall coordinate with the Government Point of Contact (POC) for installations.

• Aerial cable installations are not authorized.

• Outage Management:

  • Scheduled Outages: Notify Government POC 30 days in advance with detailed explanation and downtime.
  • Unscheduled Outages: Notify Government POC verbally and follow up with documentation.
  • Response times for outages vary by priority (High: 1 hour on-site, Medium: 24 hours on-site, Low: 5 working days on-site).

• Service Summary (SS):

  • Continuous operation of local and long-distance service 24/7/365 with 99.999% reliability.
  • Timely and accurate notification for scheduled outages (95% of the time).
  • Timely and accurate notification for High Priority service outages (99% of the time).
  • Timely and accurate notification for Medium and Low Priority service outages (95% of the time).

• Support is required 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year (24/7/365).

• Services are for Travis Air Force Base, CA.

• Specific locations include: 631 E. St., 101 Bodin Circle, 148 Dixon Ave. (Travis AFB, CA), and Camp Parks Communication Annex (Pleasanton, CA).

• Personnel: Must possess required qualifications and certifications.

• Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS): Contractor must have NPA (710) in the switch for access.

• Installation and Cutover: Non-incumbent contractors must develop an installation and cutover plan. Cutover for specified sites is 30 days.

• Safety, Health and Fire Protection: Adhere to OSHA standard safety requirements.

• E911 Compatibility: Provide configuration diagrams for 911/E911 service access.

• Special Services: Vendor-controlled CPE for SIP configurations; Government-provided Edge Boundary Controller (EBC) if available.

• Government Furnished Equipment and Services: Government will provide rack space, environmental controls, and power sources. Contractor is responsible for safeguarding Government property.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) used by the 60th Contracting Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, CA, to gather performance ratings from customers of companies bidding on the "Local Telecommunication Services" requirement. It is used to evaluate a potential offeror's past performance.

• Offeror's Information: Details about the contracting company being evaluated.
• Respondent Information: Details about the customer completing the questionnaire.
• Contract Information: Specifics about the contract the offeror performed, including name/number, description, performance period, and value.
• Performance Information: A rating scale (1-5) for various aspects of performance (Quality of Service, On-Time Delivery, Management, Communication, Contract Adherence) with space for narrative explanations for ratings of 1, 2, or 5.
• Corrective Actions & Future Awards: Questions regarding corrective actions and willingness to award future contracts.

Potential bidders should be aware that their past performance will be evaluated using this questionnaire. Customers who have previously worked with the bidder will be contacted to complete this form. The information provided by these customers will be a part of the official source selection records and will influence the evaluation of the bidder's offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (FA442726Q0008) is for Local and Long Distance Telecommunication Services for Travis AFB, in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 517111 with a size standard of 1500.

• Provision of Local and Long Distance Telecommunication Services, including carrier grade voice and data services with standard and optional features.

• 24/7/365 Technical Support, including a tiered escalation structure, network monitoring, and a dedicated government support line.

• Provision and Installation of Transmission Equipment and Cabling.

• Scheduled Outage Notifications (at least 30 days prior).

• Response and Restoration of Service Outages.

• Installation and Cutover Execution.

• Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS) Support.

• Mission Essential Plan (MEP) detailing procedures for sustaining critical services during emergencies.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance includes a Base Year (August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027) and multiple Option Periods extending through January 31, 2032.

• Offer Due Date: May 4, 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Offers must be submitted in accordance with FAR 52.212-1.

• Key submission items include:

  • Completed Vendor Information and Pricing section.
  • Contractor Responsibility Verification form.
  • Technical Capability Statement and Technical Approach.
  • Mission Essential Plan (MEP).
  • Past Performance List of References and Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs).

• Evaluation Factors: Best value will be determined based on Price, Technical Capability, Mission Essential Plan, and Past Performance. The Government will rank offers by Total Evaluated Price (TEP) from lowest to highest.

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Attachments include: PWS, Contractor Responsibility Verification, Past Performance List of References, Past Performance Questionnaire, TAFB Security Requirements, and Wage Determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Past Performance List of References" form. It is designed for vendors to provide details about their previous contracts and performance to the government. This information is typically used to evaluate a bidder's past performance as part of the overall proposal evaluation.

• Vendor Name: Field to enter the name of the bidding company.
• Contract Number: Space to list the contract number, including task order numbers if applicable.
• Description of Work Performed: A section to detail the services or products provided under the contract.
• Contract Period of Performance (POP): To specify the start and end dates of the contract.
• Contracting Agency POC/Customer Name, Phone & Email: Contact information for the government point of contact or customer.
• Contract Values: Fields to record the total contract amount and the annual amount.
• Performed as a Subcontractor, Affiliate, or Joint Venture?: A section to indicate if the work was performed in a subcontracting capacity, and if so, to specify the entity and the percentage of effort performed.

Bidders must complete this form accurately and thoroughly to demonstrate their relevant past performance. The information provided will be used by the government to assess the bidder's capability and reliability in fulfilling the requirements of the current opportunity. Failure to provide complete or accurate information may negatively impact the evaluation of the bidder's proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Contractor Responsibility Verification" requirements, referencing FAR 9.103 and FAR 9.104. It serves as a checklist and confirmation form for prospective contractors to demonstrate their responsibility to the government.

• FAR 9.103: States that contracts should only be awarded to responsible prospective contractors and that an affirmative determination of responsibility must be made before award.
• FAR 9.104: Details the criteria a prospective contractor must meet to be deemed responsible, including:
  • Adequate financial resources
  • Ability to meet delivery/performance schedules
  • Satisfactory performance record
  • Satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics
  • Adequate organizational structure, experience, and technical skills
  • Necessary production, construction, and technical equipment and facilities
  • Otherwise qualified and eligible under applicable laws and regulations.
• Verification Form: The latter part of the document is a form where contractors must confirm their ability to meet each of the FAR 9.104 factors. It requires evidence or statements regarding financial resources, delivery capabilities, performance records, business integrity, organizational structure, and production capabilities. It also includes a certification by a company representative.

This document is crucial for bidders as it explicitly defines the criteria the government will use to assess their responsibility. Bidders must understand these requirements and be prepared to provide the necessary documentation or confirmations to demonstrate their capability to perform the contract successfully. Failure to meet these responsibility criteria can lead to disqualification, regardless of the technical merit of their proposal.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing essential local area and long-distance Telecommunication Services (TS) and features supporting Travis Air Force Base (TAFB). The services are to be provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

• The contractor shall provide all labor, tools, facilities, materials, and services to perform and provide local access to designated circuit demarcation points.

• Services include equipment, wiring, and infrastructure compatible with the Government's current infrastructure.

• Access to the local exchange shall include operator assistance functions.

• Services exclude residential or business services for non-Government entities or Government contractors.

• The contractor shall provide and install transmission equipment and cables for local exchange access and transport service circuits.

• The contractor shall connect to Government-provided power connection points and termination frames.

• Aerial cable installations are not authorized.

• Continuous Operation: Local and long-distance service 24/7/365 with 99.999% reliability.

• Outage Notification:

  • Scheduled Outages: Inform Government POC NLT 30 days prior with detailed explanation.
  • High Priority Outages: Respond on-site NLT one hour of notification; provide updates every four hours.
  • Medium Priority Outages: Respond on-site NLT 24 hours of notification.
  • Low Priority Outages: Respond on-site NLT five working days of notification.

• Timely and Accurate Notification: 95% of the time for scheduled outages, 99% for High Priority, and 95% for Medium and Low Priority outages.

• The PWS covers services for Travis Air Force Base, CA.

• Specific locations include B54 (631 E. St.), B777 (101 Bodin Circle), and B918 (148 Dixon Ave.).

• Cutover for these sites is 30 days.

• Personnel: Contractor is responsible for ensuring sufficient, qualified, and certified personnel.

• Government Furnished Equipment and Services: Government will provide rack space, environmental controls, and primary/emergency conditioned power sources. Government will also provide wall space.

• Installation and Cutover: For non-incumbent contractors, an installation and cutover plan is required with the technical proposal. This plan must detail initial services, timelines, and coordination with the Government POC.

• E911 Compatibility: Contractor shall provide configuration diagrams showing access to 911/E911 services.

• Special Services: Vendor-controlled CPE is required for SIP configurations. Edge Boundary Controllers (EBC) are Government-provided if available.

• Definitions and Acronyms: Appendix 2 provides definitions for terms and acronyms used throughout the PWS.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) required by the 60th Contracting Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, CA. It is used to gather performance ratings from customers of companies seeking to provide Local Telecommunication Services. The completed questionnaire will be part of the official source selection records for the opportunity.

• Offeror's Information: Details about the contracting company being evaluated.
• Respondent Information: Details about the customer completing the questionnaire.
• Contract Information: Specifics about the contract the company performed, including name/number, description, performance period, value, and whether they acted as prime or subcontractor.
• Performance Information: A rating scale (1-5) for various aspects of performance, including Quality of Service, On-Time Delivery, Management, Communication, and Contract Adherence. A narrative explanation is required for ratings of 1, 2, or 5.
• Corrective Actions/Future Awards: Questions regarding any Corrective Action Reports (CARs) and whether the respondent would award another contract to the company.

This form is crucial for potential bidders who are customers of other companies vying for this opportunity. It outlines the specific information and performance metrics the government will use to evaluate past performance. Bidders should ensure their customers are aware of this requirement and can provide accurate and timely responses. The deadline for submission is May 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT, and completed forms should be emailed to don.phillip.salgado@us.af.mil.

Other / Unclassified

This document outlines the security requirements for contractor access to Travis Air Force Base. It details the identity proofing, vetting procedures, and acceptable forms of identification required for personnel to gain access to the installation. It also specifies disqualifying criteria for base access and outlines contractor responsibilities related to base access and security.

Potential bidders should review these requirements to understand the security and access protocols that will apply to their personnel if awarded a contract. This includes understanding the types of identification needed, the vetting process, and potential reasons for denial of access. It also highlights the primary contractor's responsibility to ensure their employees and subcontractors comply with these security measures. Specific attention should be paid to the "Disqualifying Criteria for Installation Access" to ensure personnel are eligible for base access.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and corresponding minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for contracts subject to the Service Contract Act in the County of Solano, California.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on Service Contract Act-covered opportunities. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations when preparing their proposals. The document also outlines specific executive orders (EO 13706 and EO 13658) related to paid sick leave and minimum wage adjustments, as well as details on vacation and holiday entitlements. It also includes information on the conformance process for unlisted classifications.