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This amendment extends the response date to May 8, 2019. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the Short-Term Rental of Residential Real Property in or near the city of Redding, California, a c... This amendment extends the response date to May 8, 2019. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the Short-Term Rental of Residential Real Property in or near the city of Redding, California, a commercial service, prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2019-01 effective December 20, 2018. Quotations are requested via this notice only. The solicitation number is 140P8419Q0039 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation is unrestricted. It is not set aside for small businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 531110. The Government intends to award a firm fixed price contract to a single vendor determined to be responsive and responsible. In addition, you must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) website at https://www.sam.gov/. CLIN Description Qty Unit Cost/Unit ($) Totals ($) 10 Short-term rental of unfurnished residential space OR Short-term rental of furnished residential space 6 mo 20 Option: additional rental period per month (NTE 6 mos) 1 mo Temporary Housing Rental - Short-term rental of unfurnished or furnished residential space, as described in Section C, for six months, with option to extend for one up to an additional six months (term not to exceed 364 days). Write business name, address, DUNS number, point of contact & phone number in Block 17a. Complete Blocks 30A thru 30C and prices above. Return with quote information for: Rental address; Number of Bedrooms, Number of Bathrooms, space area (sq.ft.); List utilities, furnishings & amenities included in monthly rental rate. Provide ample description (list of features, photos etc.) showing that the offered space meets requirements. SCOPE: Short-Term Rental of Residential Real Property in or near the city of Redding, CA. The space is to be used to meet a temporary increase in demand for park housing for NPS employees and seasonal program personnel and interns. The park is seeking to rent a three-bedroom residence for occupancy starting approximately May 12, 2019, for a term of six months with option to extend to May 11, 2020. The unit may be a single family home, duplex, apartment, or condominium and shall have an appropriate amount of bathrooms for the domicile in accordance with applicable codes. REQUIREMENTS: The residential space must be located within 10 miles of the city limits of Redding, CA, including Palo Cedro, Keswick, etc. Additional specifications, elements and amenities include but are not limited to, the following: A. Services and utilities to be provided by Lessor and included in monthly rental rate (water, power, garbage, sewer, propane, etc.): 1. Bulbs (lamps) in permanent light fixtures. 2. Yard maintenance 3. Trash removal service 4. Water and sewer service 5. Electricity 6. Heat B. Mandatory Furnishings to be provided by Lessor at no additional charge: 1. Standard appliances (oven, refrigerator). 2. Desired appliances, if available (washing machine, dryer, microwave). C. Optional Furnishings that could be provided by Lessor at an additional charge: 1. Beds and bed frames in each bedroom 2. Dresser or closet in each bedroom 3. Couches and chairs for sitting room 4. Table and chairs suitable for dining. 5. Personal items and instruments such as dishes, pots, bedding and towels, etc. D. Lead paint disclosure requirements: Title X, Section 1018 of the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, requires the disclosure of known information about lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards. A written notice of disclosure of known lead-based paint in housing built before 1978 is required. The Lessor will complete and sign the Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (Form 97). E. Asbestos: The rental space must be free of all asbestos-containing materials and other hazardous materials, and comply with Federal, State, and local environmental laws and regulations. F. Fire and safety compliance: The rental space must meet or exceed the local code requirements. ADDITIONAL RENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION: Any purchase order/contract written for this requirement will incorporate a rental agreement describing selected property and contents and will include the following elements: 1. Keys: Lessor to provide sufficient number of keys to tenants or an NPS employee identified to assign to tenants (number depends on # of rooms/tenants). Keys will be returned by NPS at the end of the rental period. 2. Inspections: Pre-occupancy and post-occupancy inspections will be made by Lessor and NPS. A written record of the house condition, cleanliness, and operability of smoke detectors will be completed during this walk-through, signed by both parties, Lessor and NPS. 3. Mutual agreement will be arrived at regarding “normal wear and tear” during the inspection. Date of walk- through to be mutually agreed upon and scheduled by NPS and Lessor. 4. Cleaning: Unit will be clean and ready for occupation before rental period begins. 5. Maintenance: Lessor will be responsible for all customary repair and maintenance needs during the rental period. The NPS should notify the Lessor and/or Agent immediately upon noticing any needed repairs or damage. No repairs or alterations to the premises are to be undertaken by the NPS, its employees, or the tenants without the written consent of the Lessors. 6. Invoice and Payment: The Lessor or Agent will invoice for the rental unit for each monthly period and payment will be made monthly at rates agreed to upon receipt of proper invoice. Invoices may be issued at the beginning of each month per the following procedures: Invoices shall be submitted to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internet Payment Platform System (IPP); https://www.ipp.gov in accordance with the clause included in the clauses section (refer to IPP instructions in clauses section below). Payment will be by electronic funds transfer to the contractor’s bank account identified in their System for Award Management (SAM) record (www.SAM.gov). Damage Deposit: Federal policy and lease law prohibit NPS from paying a deposit, which would be refunded if the unit is not damaged during occupancy. Instead, the Government discharges obligations of this nature under the provisions of the Federal Tort Claims Act, 28 U.S.C. § § 1346 (b), 2671 et seq., which provides for the payment of money damages for personal injuries or property damage caused by the wrongful or negligent act or omission of any employee of the United States while acting within the course of his/her employment. In the unlikely event the lessor needs to file a claim for reimbursement of damages, the Contracting Officer will provide the necessary forms and assist the lessor in filing the forms. 7. NPS shall keep and maintain the premises in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition at all times during the terms of this rental period and on the termination of the tenancy shall surrender the premises to the Lessor in as good condition as when received, ordinary wear excepted. 8. Smoking is prohibited at all times in the rental unit. 9. No domestic animals are allowed on the premises without prior written permission from the Lessor. Tenant will be responsible for repair of any damage done by above-mentioned animals. 10. NPS agrees to promptly vacate the premises in the event of failure to comply with agreement. 11. NPS will pay for any breakage and for damages done to furniture, appliances, fixtures, carpets and windows or to the building per the Federal Tort Claims procedures identified above. The NPS is not responsible for replacing appliances, fixtures, furniture, carpets and windows that have exceeded their life expectancy and fail due to normal wear and tear. 12. No changes in any fixtures or wiring or alteration to premises will be permitted without written permission of the Lessor. 13. NPS tenants will refrain from activities that would clog pipes (water and sewer). The above items will be incorporated so long as no provision in said lease violates local laws or Federal law. This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): https://www.acquisition.gov/far http://farsite.hill.af.mil/ 52.204-7, System for Award Management 52.204-13, System for Award Management Maintenance 52.204-16, Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting 52.204-18, Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance 52.204-19, Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial 52.212-3, Offer Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items The Offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certification electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) accessed through https://www.sam.gov. If the Offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically, the Offeror shall complete only paragraphs (c) through (u)) of this provision. 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Items (within 52.212-5, the following provisions and clauses are applicable) 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation 52.222-3, Convict Labor 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging while Driving 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--System for Award Management 52.217-4, Evaluation of Options Exercised at Time of Contract Award 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract 52.232-19, Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year 52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. 52.237-2, Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation 52.242-15, Stop-Work Order 52.242-17, Government Delay of Work Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements – Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (Apr 2013) Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U. S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP). "Payment request" means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment by the Contractor. To constitute a proper invoice, the payment request must comply with the requirements identified in the applicable Prompt Payment clause included in the contract, or the clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items included in commercial item contracts. The IPP website address is: https://www.ipp.gov. Under this contract, the following documents are required to be submitted as an attachment to the IPP invoice: The Contractor must upload their actual business invoice as an attachment when submitting their payment request through the IPP system. The Contractor must use the IPP website to register, access and use IPP for submitting requests for payment. The Contractor Government Business Point of Contact (as listed in SAM) will receive enrollment instructions via email from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston (FRBB) prior to the contract award date, but no more than 3 - 5 business days of the contract award date. Contractor assistance with enrollment can be obtained by contacting the IPP Production Helpdesk via email ippgroup@bos.frb.org or phone (866) 973-3131. If the Contractor is unable to comply with the requirement to use IPP for submitting invoices for payment, the Contractor must submit a waiver request in writing to the Contracting Officer with its proposal or quotation. The National Park Service is a Federal Government agency exempt from state and local sales tax. Tax Exempt ID # 140001849. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS: Use the attached SF-1449. Write business name, address, DUNS number, point of contact & phone number in Block 17a. Complete Blocks 30A thru 30C and prices above. Return with quote information for: Rental address; Number of Bedrooms, Number of Bathrooms, space area (sq.ft.); List utilities, furnishings & amenities included in monthly rental rate. Provide ample description (list of features, photos etc.) showing that the offered space meets requirements. 1. To be considered for award, your company must obtain a Dun and Bradstreet Number (DUNS). You may obtain this number free of charge at 1(866)705-5711. 2. Your company must also be registered as a small business in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting a quote for this solicitation, NO EXCEPTIONS. The direct SAM website for registration is: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. If you have any registration questions or need assistance, please call the SAM helpdesk at 886-606-8220. You may also receive assistance by contacting the Procurement Technical Assistance Center nearest you at (615)-268-6644 or via their website at: http://www.aptac-us.org/new/Govt_Contracting/find.php. 52.212-2 -- Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Oct 2014) (a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: 1. Price 2. Technical acceptance (conformance to requirements, amenities and suitability) and 3. Past Performance Technical and past performance, when combined, are approximately equal to price. (b) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). (c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. Quotations must be sent to e-mail address: jack_northcutt@nps.gov before the closing date and time. Confirmation of receipt of quotes sent via e-mail is the sole responsibility of the Contractor (if you have not received confirmation acknowledgement of your quote submitted by return email, you must contact Contract Specialist for confirmation). THE POINT OF CONTACT FOR THIS SOLICITATION IS: Jack Northcutt, Contracting Officer, Crater Lake National Park, telephone: 541-883-6884; e-mail: jack_northcutt@nps.gov Do NOT contact or send quotations to the Default Contracting Office Address in Denver, Colorado.