Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation 2031ZA26Q00031 for Unarmed Security Guard services, specifically addressing clarifications sought after site visits.

• Scope of Visits: Visit scopes are expected to vary based on mission needs, and a single visit will be used for award determination. Pricing sheets have been updated.

• Emergent Work: Work is anticipated to be primarily emergent throughout the ordering period, with each visit having a different scope.

• Equipment Information: Pictures with weights and dimensions will be provided upon request. The government can assist with weights. Contractor will be responsible for disassembling platforms surrounding equipment.

• Pricing Structure: Individual call orders will allow scope-specific pricing adjustments. The unit prices in the pricing sheet are sample pricing for award determination, not a FFP value or not-to-exceed cost.

• Engineering Certification: Certification by a D.C.-licensed Structural Engineer may not be required for every call order, depending on the size of the equipment. The cost should be included within the unit price per visit.

• Landover Location Details: Dock dimensions and weight capacities are unknown at this time, but an estimated floor load of 600 PSF is provided. Drawings are not available.

• Disposal: Equipment is to be scrapped. Certificates of destruction are required.

• DC Location (Lithrone G40P): The total estimated weight is 39,990 kg. The heaviest single component section is unknown. Raised decking may need to be removed and disposed of. OEM drawings and technician involvement are not expected.

• Insurance: Specific limits for various insurance types (General Liability, Riggers Liability, Professional Liability, Pollution Liability, Crane Rider, Builder's Risk) will be addressed post-award.

• Updated solicitation documents and Attachment 2 (Pricing Sheet) reflect changes based on these clarifications.

• The quantity of visits is an anticipated estimate that may fluctuate.

• The "quantity of visits" column in the pricing sheet indicates each rigging call, not each rigging day or pre-inspection day.

• Each row in the pricing template must be inclusive of all tasks required to complete the work.

Combined Synopsis / Solicitation

This document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation for rigging services. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) intends to award a single-award, firm-fixed-price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for these services. The BPA will be awarded to a single vendor.

The primary service required is the removal, dismantling, and scraping of Komori presses at the Washington D.C. facility. This includes disassembly and relocation, or demolition, removal, and disposal of printing equipment weighing approximately 10-35 tons. Occasional relocation of similar equipment may also be required.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

• Period of Performance: Five years, starting May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2031.

• Ordering: "Calls" will be placed on an as-needed basis. Pricing will be reviewed per call.

• Solicitation Number: 2031ZA26Q00031

• Submission Method: Email quotes to marico.sellers@bep.gov.

• Due Date: April 10, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM EST.

• Offer Firm Price: 90 days from RFQ closing date.

• Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Proposal Volumes: Offers must include three separate volumes: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Cost/Price.

• All Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

An optional site visit is tentatively scheduled for February 19, 2026 (Washington, DC site) and February 20, 2026 (Landover, MD site).

Submit questions in writing via email to marico.sellers@bep.gov by February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

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

To establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for rigging services to facilitate the placement of "calls" on an as-needed basis for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP).

• Disassembly and relocation, or demolition, removal, and disposal of large, heavy equipment (approximately 10-35 tons).

• Occasional relocation of similar equipment, materials, and components.

• Removal of machinery and equipment from multiple locations within the Washington, DC facility and the Landover, Maryland warehouse.

• Loading, transporting, removing, delivering, and disposing of equipment as needed.

• Adherence to applicable off-site scrap disposal requirements.

• Ordering Period: April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031.

• Locations: Washington, DC Currency Facility (14th & C Streets SW, Washington, DC 20228) and Landover, MD Warehouse (3201 Pennsy Drive, Landover, MD 20785).

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain an effective Quality Control System (QCS) with a written Quality Control Plan (QCP), submitted within 30 days of award.

• Security: Contractor personnel must have a standard non-disclosure agreement and maintain required security levels. Personnel will be escorted on-site and must adhere to BEP security requirements, including safeguarding government equipment and information.

• Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS): Services and equipment must comply with BEP's EHS Contractor Requirements and EHS Large Equipment Boilerplate.

• Contractor-Furnished Items: Contractor must furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities, and services not provided by the government, including materials and equipment for demolition, removal, and disposal.

• Pre-Inspection: For each call order, the contractor must conduct a site visit, assess the scope, develop a rigging plan, and provide an initial quote within 15 business days.

• Rigging Plan: Must be developed, verified, and certified by a D.C. licensed Structural Engineer prior to service. Revisions must be submitted within 15 business days.

• Equipment Disposal: If equipment is scrapped, the contractor must provide BEP with proceeds from the scrap metal and documentation (certificate of destruction) to the COR. Reimbursement will be deducted from the final invoice.

• Deliverables: Include a Quality Control Plan, Demolition plans, Removal plans, and Disposal plans/receipts, submitted according to the schedule in Technical Exhibit 2.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 2, an updated pricing sheet for Rigging Services. It provides the structure for bidders to submit pricing for a specific service.

• Item Number: 0001
• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
• Supplies/Services: Removal, Dismantling, and Scrap of a Komori press at the Washington DC facility. Pricing must include a certificate from a structural engineer.
• Quantity of Visits: 1
• Unit: Each (Ea.)
• Unit Price: To be provided by the bidder.
• Weight: 39,900kg

Bidders must use this sheet to provide their firm-fixed price for the specified rigging service, including the required structural engineer's certificate. The weight of the press is provided for context.

Combined Synopsis / Solicitation

This document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Rigging Services. The government intends to award a single-award, firm-fixed-price BPA to a single vendor. The BPA will be for a period of five years, from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) will place "calls" against this BPA on an as-needed basis. Pricing will be reviewed on a per-call basis.

The BPA requires non-personal rigging services, including disassembly and relocation, or demolition, removal, and disposal of printing equipment. The equipment to be handled weighs approximately 10-35 tons and is located at the Washington D.C. facility and the Landover, Maryland warehouse. Occasional relocation of similar equipment may also be required.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price BPA

• Period of Performance: Five years (April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2031)

• Solicitation Number: 2031ZA26Q00031

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to marico.sellers@bep.gov.

• Closing Date: March 25, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM EST.

• Offer Firm Period: 90 days from the RFQ's closing date.

• Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach.

• Site Visits: Optional site visits are tentatively scheduled for February 19, 2026 (Washington, DC) and February 20, 2026 (Landover, MD).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; no written solicitation will be issued.

• Questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing via email by February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions and details for a site visit related to the Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Notice No: 2031ZA26Q00031.

• Site Visit Dates and Locations:
  • Washington, DC: January 26-29, 2026
  • Landover, Maryland: January 28-30, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM
• Requirements for Attendance:
  • Vendors must be on time and arrive early for check-in.
  • A Real ID is required to obtain a visitor's badge.
  • Only one representative per offeror's company is allowed.
• Name Submission Deadline: Submit names by January 17, 2026.
• Questions: All questions must be sent to Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.

This document is crucial for bidders intending to participate in the site visit. It outlines the necessary logistical information, deadlines for submitting attendee names, and contact information for inquiries, directly impacting a bidder's ability to attend and prepare for the opportunity.

Combined Synopsis / Solicitation

This document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation for Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). It is the only solicitation, and quotations are being requested; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The government intends to award a single-firm fixed-price BPA to a single vendor.

The BPA requires rigging services, including disassembly and relocation, or demolition, removal, and disposal of printing equipment. The equipment to be handled weighs approximately 10-35 tons and is located at the Washington D.C. facility and the Landover, Maryland warehouse. Occasional relocation of similar equipment may also be required.

• Contract Type: Single-award, Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Period of Performance: Five years, from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2031.

• Ordering: Calls will be placed on an as-needed basis during the period of performance. Pricing will be reviewed on a per-call basis.

• RFQ Number: 2031ZA26Q00031

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.

• Deadline: March 25, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM EST.

• Offer Firmness: Prices must be held firm for 90 days from the RFQ closing date.

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach.

• Site Visit: Optional site visits are scheduled for February 19, 2026 (Washington, DC) and February 20, 2026 (Landover, MD).

• Questions Deadline: February 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Specific small business set-aside information is not explicitly detailed in this synopsis, but various FAR clauses related to small business concerns are included.

• The solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• No late responses will be considered.

• Offerors are encouraged to submit offers early to account for potential delays.

Combined Synopsis / Solicitation

This document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation for Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). It is the only solicitation, and quotations are being requested; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The government intends to award a single-firm fixed-price BPA to a single vendor.

The BPA requires rigging services, including disassembly, relocation, demolition, removal, and disposal of printing equipment. The equipment is located at the Washington D.C. facility and the Landover, Maryland warehouse. Services may also include occasional relocation of similar equipment.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

• Period of Performance: Five years, starting April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2031.

• Pricing: Will be reviewed on a per-call basis.

• Submission Deadline: March 4, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.

• Offer Firmness: Offerors agree to hold prices firm for 90 days from the RFQ closing date.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach.

• Site Visit: Optional site visits are scheduled for January 29, 2026 (Washington, DC) and January 30, 2026 (Landover, MD).

• Questions Deadline: February 6, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation number is 2031ZA26Q00031.

• Pricing will be reviewed on a per-call basis.

• No late responses will be considered.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides site visit instructions for the Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) opportunity.

• Site Visit Dates and Times:
  • January 26, 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM (DCF)
  • January 28, 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM (Landover)
• Points of Contact:
  • Chloe' Hunter / Tyron Johnson (Washington, DC): 202-435-8013
  • Johnny Williams (Landover, Maryland): 202-874-0841
• Visitor Requirements:
  • Vendors must submit names and vehicle information by January 26, 2025.
  • Real ID is required for visitor badges at the DCF.
  • Vendors should arrive early to ensure check-in is complete by 10 AM.
  • Only one representative per offeror is allowed per site visit.
• Questions: All questions must be sent to Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.

This document is critical for bidders planning to attend the site visit. It outlines the dates, times, locations, required identification, and submission deadlines for attendee information. Failure to comply with these instructions may impact a bidder's ability to attend the site visit.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for a site visit related to the Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Site Visit Details:
  • Time: 10:00 AM
  • Dates: January 26th (DCF) and January 28th (Landover)
• Visitor Requirements:
  • Vendors must provide name and vehicle information in advance.
  • A Real ID is required to obtain a visitor's badge.
  • Vendors should arrive early to ensure check-in is completed by 10 AM.
  • Only one representative per offeror is allowed to attend.
• Submission Deadline for Attendee Names: January 21, 2025.
• Questions: Must be submitted to Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.

This document is crucial for bidders intending to participate in the site visit. It outlines the necessary steps for attendance, required identification, and deadlines for submitting attendee information. Failure to comply with these instructions may prevent attendance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for a site visit related to the Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Site Visit Details:
  • Time: 10:00 AM
  • Dates: January 26th (DCF) and January 28th (Landover)
• Security Requirements:
  • Vendors must provide name and vehicle information to alert Security.
  • A Real ID is required to obtain a visitor's badge at the DCF.
  • Vendors must be on time and arrive early for check-in.
  • Only one (1) representative per Offeror's company is allowed to attend.
• Contact Information:
  • For questions, contact Contracting Officer Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.
  • Points of Contact for issues: Chloe' Hunter / Tyron Johnson (Washington, DC, 202-435-8013) and Johnny Williams (Landover, Maryland, 202-874-0841).

This document is critical for bidders planning to attend the site visit. It outlines the necessary preparations, security protocols, and logistical details required for participation, directly impacting proposal preparation and understanding of the work environment.

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

To provide rigging services for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) to facilitate the movement, relocation, demolition, removal, and disposal of large, heavy equipment.

• Disassembly and relocation of equipment weighing approximately 10-35 tons.

• Demolition, removal, and disposal of large, heavy equipment.

• Occasional relocation of similar equipment, materials, and components.

• Services are required at the Washington D.C. facility and the Landover, Maryland warehouse.

• Contractor shall load, transport, remove, deliver, and dispose of equipment as needed, adhering to applicable off-site scrap disposal requirements.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP) required within 30 days of award, detailing procedures for monitoring, discrepancy correction, root cause analysis, and trend analysis.

• Performance objectives include pre-inspection, rigging plan development (certified by a D.C. licensed Structural Engineer), equipment demolition/removal, and equipment disposal.

• Equipment movement must not result in damage or injury.

• Disposal plans must detail off-site facility use, proceeds distribution to BEP, and provide a receipt.

• Ordering period: April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031.

• Locations: Washington DC Currency Facility and Landover, Maryland warehouse.

• Contractor is responsible for all personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision, except for government-furnished items.

• Contractor personnel must have a standard non-disclosure agreement and maintain required security levels.

• Contractor personnel will be escorted on site.

• Contractor must safeguard government equipment, information, and property.

• Strict control procedures are required for sensitive and proprietary information.

• No supervision or control over contractor employees by the government.

• Contractor is responsible for utilities conservation.

• Applicable publications, including NFPA 80, must be followed.

• Deliverables include a Quality Control Plan, demolition plans, removal plans, and disposal plans/receipts.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services to establish a single-award, firm-fixed-price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Rigging Services. The BPA will be awarded to a single vendor and will have a five-year period of performance from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2031. The government will place "calls" on an as-needed basis during this period, with pricing reviewed per call.

• The core requirement is for rigging services, including disassembly, relocation, demolition, removal, and disposal of printing equipment. The equipment to be handled weighs approximately 10-35 tons.

• Services may also include occasional relocation of similar equipment.

• The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, and materials.

• Services will be performed at the Washington D.C. facility and the Landover, Maryland warehouse.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

• Period of Performance: Five years (April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2031)

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is reviewed on a per-call basis.

• Quotations are requested via email to the Contracting Officer, Marico Sellers (marico.sellers@bep.gov).

• Submission Deadline: February 26, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM EST.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 days from the RFQ closing date.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing by February 4, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• No specific set-aside is mentioned.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued.

• An optional site visit is scheduled for January 26, 2026 (Washington, DC) and January 28, 2026 (Landover, MD).

• Proposals must be submitted in three separate volumes: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Cost/Price.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for a site visit related to the Rigging Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Site Visit Details:
  • Time: 10:00 AM
  • Dates: January 26th (Landover) and January 28th (DCF)
• Requirements for Attendees:
  • Name and vehicle information must be provided to alert Security.
  • A Real ID is required to obtain a visitor's badge at the DCF.
  • Vendors must be on time and arrive early for check-in.
  • Only one representative per Offeror's company is allowed to attend.
• Contact Information:
  • POCs for issues: Chloe' Hunter / Tyron Johnson (Washington, DC, 202-435-8013) and Johnny Williams (Landover, Maryland, 202-874-0841).
  • Questions should be sent to Contracting Officer Marico Sellers at marico.sellers@bep.gov.

This document is critical for bidders intending to participate in the site visit. It outlines the necessary preparations, identification requirements, and scheduling to ensure smooth attendance and compliance with the opportunity's site visit procedures.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act in specific geographic areas.

• Geographic Area: District of Columbia Statewide, Maryland Counties of Charles and Prince George's, and Virginia Counties of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier, Loudoun, Manassas, Manassas Park, Prince William, and Stafford.
• Occupational Listings: Detailed lists of occupations with corresponding wage rates and footnotes.
• Fringe Benefits: Specifies that fringe benefits required follow the occupational listing.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified geographic areas. Bidders must ensure their proposals account for these mandated wage rates and fringe benefits to comply with the Service Contract Act. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to contract violations and penalties.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 2, a pricing sheet for Rigging Services. Bidders should use this sheet to understand the pricing structure for the services required.

• The pricing sheet outlines line items for Rigging Services.
• Each line item specifies a Contract Type (FFP - Firm Fixed Price).
• It details the Supplies/Services as 'Non Personal Services' requiring the contractor to provide all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision.
• The services are to be performed at the Washington D.C. facility and Landover Maryland warehouse.
• Quantities are listed in 'Ea.' (Each) for 8 visits per period.
• The sheet includes columns for Unit Price and Extended Price, which are to be completed by the bidder.
• The pricing structure covers a Base Period (01 April 2026 - 31 March 2027) and four Option Periods (01 April 2027 - 31 March 2031).

This pricing sheet is critical for bidders to prepare their proposals. It defines the unit of measure, the quantity of services expected per period, and the structure for submitting pricing for the base period and all option periods. Bidders must accurately fill in the Unit Price and Extended Price columns to comply with the solicitation's pricing requirements.