EAP Counseling Services

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. SOLICITATION: W912DS-17-T-0003. This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for commercial services in accordance with FAR Part 12. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-94, dated 20 December 2016. This procurement is being solicited as a 100% SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE. The applicable NAICS Code 621330 - Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians). The small business size standard is $7.5 million. The contractor shall provide Employee Assistance Program services for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District. These services are for One (1) Base Year and Four (4) Option Years. PARTIES INTERESTED IN RESPONDING TO THIS RFQ may submit their proposal in accordance with the "Instruction to Offerors" section of this announcement. Any questions regarding this solicitation MUST be submitted in writing via email to the point of contact below. In accordance with FAR 52.212-1(k), prospective awardee shall be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award. If the Offeror does not become registered in SAM in the time prescribed by the Contracting Officer (NLT due date/time of solicitation), the Contracting Officer will proceed to award to the next otherwise successful registered Offeror. Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the Internet at http://www.sam.gov. The government reserves the right to cancel this combined synopsis/solicitation. Quotes are due no later than February 3, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. EST Quotes shall be submitted by one of the following methods: 1. Hardcopy delivered to: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District Contracting Division ATTN: Matthew Lubiak 26 Federal Plaza, Room 1843 New York, NY 10278-0090 2. Electronically, in the form of PDF documents via email to: contact@example.gov SCOPE OF WORK The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services for 660 federal employees located in the following areas: Tri State Area, Westchester County (West Point), and Upstate New York (Fort Drum). This is a solicitation for commercial services. This solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside. The NAICS code is 621330. The size standard is $7.5 million. A firm fixed price contract is contemplated with a base period of one (1) year from date of award with option to extend for four (4) additional one-year periods. Clinical Services: Individual counseling to employees and their immediate family members on a host of personal and job related matters. Problem areas will include, but are not limited to, alcohol/drug abuse, trauma, mental illness, relationship/family conflicts, financial, stress, and job problems. The Contractor will provide crisis intervention, assessment, information and referral, short-term counseling, and follow-up monitoring. Clinical services shall include diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning, short-term counseling, trauma debriefings, referrals, monitoring, and follow-up services to clients as clinically indicated. Counseling will be primarily face-to-face for a maximum of six sessions. If additional counseling is necessary a referral to a community facility will be provided. In situations where it is determined the problem can be remedied within the short-term modality, the employee will be seen at the EAP for the full six sessions, with no community referral being necessary. The full six sessions may also be utilized to motivate an employee to accept a referral to needed treatment. The Contractor will maintain a listing of appropriate local referral sources. The Contractor will contact the employee 14 days after the referral is given to ascertain its appropriateness. The Contractor will have a quality assurance plan in place to assure only the highest quality of community referral facilities is utilized. The Contractor will monitor cases in which an employee accepts treatment as part of a formal settlement agreement. This could extend to one to two years, depending on the case. Utilization rate for this contract is defined as 660 employees multiplied by an anticipated 5% employee usage and a maximum of 6 sessions per employee for an estimated total of 198 counseling sessions per contractual year. The anticipated 5% utilization rate is neither required nor promised. Employees will be considered on official duty status while at the EAP counselor and will be given 45 minutes for the counseling session plus travel time. Contractor Facilities must be available for employees who wish to attend counseling on their own time or after regular business hours. The contractor must have a 24-hour emergency telephone answering system. Counseling staff must be available in person to employees, as a minimum between the hours of 8:00 A.M. To 5:30 P.M. EST, Monday through Friday. The contractor shall observe the same holidays as the Federal agencies serviced. If any primary staff member is unavailable due to vacation, conferences, and so forth, a qualified substitute must be provided. An employee in need of EAP services can contact the EAP counselor directly, or contact the EEO office which will in turn contact the EAP counselor to arrange an appointment with the employee. A scheduled appointment must be made within five calendar days, including weekends and holidays. Emergencies must be handled immediately and may require the counselor to provide the needed services at any agency facility. Note: The contractor must have on-call counselors able to respond to requests for emergency assistance. Confidentiality: The Contractor will assure the confidentiality of all information connected with an employee's use of the program in accordance with P.L. 98-24; 42CFR Part 2, "Confidentiality of "Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Records," revised June 9, 1987, and the Privacy Act of 1974. Case files will be maintained on all employees seen in counseling and will be the property and responsibility of the Contractor. Case records will be maintained for at least three years after termination of the client case, or longer if required by state law. Training Services: Based on need and requirements, the Contractor shall be responsible for designing and implementing a training program, producing training materials, and scheduling training with the Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EAP Project Officer. All training materials must be non-sexist and non-discriminatory in content and tone. Resumes of all proposed trainers will be included with the proposal, showing prior experience providing training for adult populations. Basic Supervisor Training: Two (2) three-hour training sessions shall be conducted for supervisors and other key personnel on how to deal with problem or troubled employees and how to utilize the EAP as part of this process. The workshop leader will be familiar with pertinent Federal regulations such as the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). A sufficient number of sessions will be offered, such that all supervisors, union officials, and personnel specialists receive this training at least every two years. Training classes will be limited to 25 participants. The dates of the sessions will be at the request of the EEO Office. Prevention of Workplace Violence: Two (2) two-hour training session shall be conducted to help managers identify the potentially violent employee and identify steps to defuse the situation. The EAP will be available to consult with agency executives in formulation of a policy and establishing an emergency response team. Training classes will be limited to 25 participants and available to all supervisory, union, and other key employees as requested. The dates of the sessions will be at the request of the EEO Office. Drug-Free-Workplace: One (1) two-hour drug awareness training shall be conducted that shows the interface of the EAP with Executive Order 12564. Included in the training will be drug use, treatment options, agency drug testing policy, consequences of a positive drug test, follow-up, and types of communication that can be held with the workplace supervisor. Management trainings will include a section on how to effectively confront the employee and refer him/her to the EAP and the type of monitoring and reports available. Training classes will be limited to 25 participants and available to all employees as requested. The dates of the sessions will be at the request of the EEO Office. Conflict Resolution: Two (2) three-hour trainings shall be conducted for all staff to learn how to resolve conflict in a more effective manner and enhance the productivity of the workplace. Training classes will be limited to 25 participants and available to all employees. The dates of the sessions will be at the request of the EEO Office. Health Seminars: Ten (10) one-hour workshops shall be conducted for employees on topics such as Stress Management, Alcohol & Drug Abuse, Parenting Skills, Eldercare, and other family/life issues. The dates of the sessions will be at the request of the EEO Office. Management Consultation: The EAP counselor will be available to consult with supervisors or managers on problem employees or situations as requested within 24 hours for emergency & 48 hours for consultation. Liability: The Contractor will maintain malpractice coverage on any clinical staff involved in this contract and is solely responsible for all clinical recommendations. The contractor shall hold and save the Government free from damages due to the provision of counseling services in connection with Fed EAP, except for damages due to the fault or negligence of the Government. Reports: The Contractor will provide a monthly report on the number of employees utilizing the EAP services. The report shall include the date and number of visits for individuals. This information will be provided ONLY to the Equal Employment Opportunity office POC. Hours of Operation: The Contractor will be available face to face, between the hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm EST Monday through Friday. After hours and emergency coverage will be provided as needed. The Contractor must be able to arrive at 26 Federal Plaza, New York, NY 10278, within 1 hour of notice, or employee to EAP location within one hour, and remote locations within two hours. Telephone response should be within 30 minutes. If call is received after midnight & 6 AM, it will be responded to by 8AM next morning. The Contractor will work out of 26 Federal Plaza and will be supplied with office space. Payments: Payments will be made quarterly and invoices will be submitted to the EEO Office POC. At the end of the contractual year, a monetary adjustment to the contract will be made to reflect the actual number of EAP counseling sessions conducted. Equal Employment Opportunity Office (EEO) POC: Jean Lau Chief, Equal Employment Opportunity 26 Federal Plaza Room 1845 New York, NY 10278-0090 +1 (555) 000-0000 contact@example.gov BASIS OF AWARD 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 with regards to the Technical Evaluating Factors and Price. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical Evaluating Factors (Factor 1, Factor 2, Factor 3, and Factor 4) and Price. To be considered technically acceptable, offerors shall specifically address each of the Technical Evaluation Factors: Factor 1 (Staffing Approach and Qualifications), Factor 2 (Similar Experience), Factor 3 (Management), and Factor 4 (Past Performance). Factor 1 is more important than Factors 2, 3, and 4. Factor 2 is more important than Factors 3 and 4, but less important than Factor 1. Factors 3 and 4 are of equal value but less important than Factors 1 and 2. Technical Factors 1, 2, 3, and 4 are more important than price. FACTOR 1: Staffing Approach and Qualifications: Counseling staff will have at least a Master of Social Work degree (MSW), hold the New York State Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (CASAC), and be a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP). Staff includes any proposed subcontractors and staff selection. Provide a plan for staffing the various counseling sites to be utilized by the contractor, including 24-hour coverage, in accordance with hours of operation, adequate staff, and evidence of liability insurance. Any additional relevant education should also be included. FACTOR 2: Similar Experience: Counselor(s) must have at least 5 years of professional experience, 3 of which shall be experience in EAP Counseling Services. Counselor(s) must also have knowledge of local resources and treatment facilities. The following experience criteria should be described for each of the proposed personnel: a) Counseling experience in problem areas shall include but are not be limited to alcohol/drug abuse, trauma, mental illness, relationship/family conflicts, financial, stress, and job problems. b) Experience in conducting training classes for an adult population. FACTOR 3: Management: Offerors shall demonstrate a plan for ensuring the quality of EAP services, including quality assurance checks, evaluation plans, and how corrective actions will be taken if necessary. Knowledge of and/or experience in EAP and workplace counseling concepts, policy and operations (this should be described for both the offeror as a corporate entity and for each of the proposed personnel). Methods of maintaining required confidentiality of client information and problems that may be encountered. Offerors shall also provide a plan for designing and implementing a training program (as described previously above), including basic supervisor training, prevention of workplace violence, drug-free-workplace, conflict resolution, health seminars, and management consultation. FACTOR 4: Past Performance: Offerors are requested to submit Past Performance Customer Questionnaires (see Past Performance attachment) provided by previous Client(s) for input regarding past performance as either a prime or subcontractor. Offerors shall submit at least three (3) Past Performance Questionnaires for projects that were completed or currently in progress within the past five (5) years. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. The technical submission will be limited to 25 pages, and tabbed with the headings "Staffing Approach & Qualifications, Similar Experience, Management, and Past Performance". Each submission must include the following information (not included in the page count for the technical submission): a. Copies of resumes and educational degrees (with seal), and b. Copies of Offeror's malpractice insurance policy. 2. Enter prices in the section titled "QUOTATION SUBMISSION FORM", and include it with your submission. The completed Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (FAR 52.212-3) or Notation that company has completed their representations and certifications in SAM (https://www.sam.gov) must be submitted along with each proposal. 3. Submit Quality Assurance plan for referrals. 4. Submissions shall be submitted prior to the closing date of 2:00 pm EST February 3, 2017 to the following address: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ATTN: Matthew Lubiak 26 Federal Plaza, Room 1843 New York, New York. 10278-0090 Or Submitted by email, as a PDF documents to contact@example.gov and must be received by the Contract Specialist by 2:00 pm EST February 3, 2017 5. FAR provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items; FAR clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items; and FAR clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items applies to this acquisition See attached addenda which provides applicable provisions and clauses. QUOTATION SUBMISSION FORM: Solicitation Number: W912DS-17-T-0003 Mailing Address:_____________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ DUNS Number: ______________________ CAGE Code: _____________________ CONTRACT LINE ITEM NUMBERS: ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 BASE YEAR - FFP EAP Counseling Services and Training Period of Performance 16 February 2017 - 15 February 2018 ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001AA 198 EA $________ $___________ BASE YEAR - FFP Provide EAP Counseling Services in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2017 - 15 February 2018. The estimated 198 number of annual counseling sessions will be adjusted to the actual utilization in the 4th quarter of the contractual period. ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001AB 28 HR $_________ $___________ BASE YEAR - FFP Provide Training in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2017 - 15 February 2018 ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0002 OPTION YEAR - 1 FFP EAP Counseling Services and Training Period of Performance 16 February 2018 - 15 February 2019 ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0002AA 198 EA $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 1 FFP Provide EAP Counseling Services in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2018 - 15 February 2019. The estimated 198 number of annual counseling sessions will be adjusted to the actual utilization in the 4th quarter of the contractual period. ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0002AB 28 HR $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 1 FFP Provide Training in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2018 - 15 February 2019 OPTION YEAR - 2 FFP EAP Counseling Services and Training Period of Performance 16 February 2019 - 15 February 2020 ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0003AA 198 EA $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 2 FFP Provide EAP Counseling Services in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2019 - 15 February 2020. The estimated 198 number of annual counseling sessions will be adjusted to the actual utilization in the 4th quarter of the contractual period. ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0003AB 28 HR $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 2 FFP Provide Training in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2019 - 15 February 2020 ITEM NO 0004 OPTION YEAR - 3 FFP EAP Counseling Services and Training Period of Performance 16 February 2020 - 15 February 2021 ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0004AA 198 EA $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 3 FFP Provide EAP Counseling Services in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2020 - 15 February 2021. The estimated 198 number of annual counseling sessions will be adjusted to the actual utilization in the 4th quarter of the contractual period. ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0004AB 28 HR $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 3 FFP Provide Training in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2020 - 15 February 2021 ITEM NO 0005 OPTION YEAR - 4 EAP Counseling Services and Training FFP Period of Performance 16 February 2021 - 15 February 2022 ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0005AA 198 EA $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 4 FFP Provide EAP Counseling Services in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2021 - 15 February 2022. The estimated 198 number of annual counseling sessions will be adjusted to the actual utilization in the 4th quarter of the contractual period. ITEM NO QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0005AB 28 HR $_________ $___________ OPTION YEAR - 4 FFP Provide Training in accordance with the SOW Period of Performance 16 February 2021 - 15 February 2022 PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE INSTRUCTIONS The Offeror/Contractor listed on the questionnaire is submitting a proposal to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District. This is a request for past performance information. This information will be used in the evaluating the Offeror's past contractual performance. The following information, once submitted, will be treated as confidential and will not be released. Please complete and submit back to the Offeror/Contractor the questionnaire utilizing the following guidance: a. Handwritten responses are sufficient. b. Circle a rating as listed below and provide a brief supporting narrative for your area of administrative responsibility. In the event of any unsatisfactory performance, please describe the cause and corrective actions, and any other pertinent information relative to the contractor's inadequate performance. c. The assessment questions contained in this questionnaire shall be rated pursuant to the following definitions: Exceptional (E) - Indicates the contractor's performance exceeded the contractual requirements. Satisfactory (S) - Indicates there were no major problems that were not quickly and effectively solved by the contractor, and the contractor was meeting all contractual requirements. Marginal (M) - Indicates the area of evaluation contained major problems that were not effectively solved by the contractor. The contractor met basic contract requirements with assistance from the customer. Please include any written documentation supporting this rating. Unsatisfactory (U) - Indicates a serious problem existed on the part of the contractor that precluded the contractor from meeting the contractual requirement(s). Please include any written documentation supporting this rating. N/A - Not applicable or observed. -------------------------------------------------------------- PAST PERFORMANCE CUSTOMER QUESTIONNAIRE PROJECT: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services, New York, NY. "The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, is interested in your past performance assessment of the company listed below. Past performance refers to the company's record of conforming to contract requirements, the company's record of forecasting and controlling costs, the company's adherence to contract schedules including administrative aspects of performance, the company's history of reasonable and cooperative behavior and commitment to customer satisfaction, and the company's general business-like concern for the interest of the customer. These questions relate to work performed by: Contractor under review: (Insert Company Name) Name and Location of Project: Respondent Identification: Name Date Company/Organization Position/Job Title Telephone Number Questionnaire: 1. What type of work did the contractor perform? ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 2. How would you rate the contractor's overall performance? E S M U N/A ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 3. How would you rate the contractor's overall corporate management, integrity, reasonableness, and cooperative conduct? E S M U N/A ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 4. How would you rate the contractor's training program? E S M U N/A ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 5. How efficient and timely were the services performed (compliance with the schedules of completion)? E S M U N/A ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 6. Please circle the statement that best describes your feelings with regard to the contractor. a. They were an outstanding contractor in every respect. Problems were solved in a spirit of teamwork. Quality work, timely actions, and complete documentation were routinely achieved. We would pay a premium price to contract with them again. b. They were an above average contractor to whom we would not hesitate to award to again. Problems encountered were minor and solutions were found with little difficulty. c. They were an average contractor meeting the minimum requirements of the contract. Performance deficiencies improved when identified by the client/agency. d. They were a below average contractor. Numerous problems developed that were a result of their lack of cooperation and failure to perform as required. An aggressive inspection program was required to ensure compliance. e. They were a poor contractor who we would not want again under any circumstances. We would have been within our rights to terminate them for default. f. None of the above. Please provide your statement. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 7. Was the contractor given any of the following (or anything of a similar nature)? Cure Notice: Yes / No Termination for Default: Yes / No 8. If there are any additional comments, information, etc. that you would like to add to the survey that does not fall into any of the above categories, please indicate below: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Return to: Requester. ---------------------------------------------------- PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE 52.202-1 Definitions. NOV 2013 52.204-7 System for Award Management. OCT 2016 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel. JAN 2011 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items. MAY 2015 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Representation. JUL 2013 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity. SEP 2016 52.222-17 Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers. MAY 2014 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards MAY 2014 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-Representation and Certifications. OCT 2015 52.227-1 Authorization and Consent. DEC 2007 52.232-1 Payments. APR 1984 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims. MAY 2014 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. DEC 2013 52.233-1 Disputes. MAY 2014 52.237-3 Continuity of Services. JAN 1991 52.249-1 Termination For Convenience Of The Government (Fixed Price) (Short Form). APR 1984 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms. JAN 1991 252.201-7000 Contracting Officer's Representative. DEC 1991 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials. SEP 2011 252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights. SEP 2013 252.204-7000 Disclosure of Information. OCT 2016 252.204-7003 Control of Government Personnel Work Product. APR 1992 252.204-7004 Alt A System for Award Management Alternate A. FEB 2014 252.204-7007 Alternate A, Annual Representations and Certifications. JAN 2015 252.225-7031 Second Arab Boycott of Israel. JUN 2005 252.225-7048 Export-Controlled Items. JUN 2013 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports. JUN 2012 252.232-7004 DoD Progress Payment Rates. OCT 2014 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments. DEC 2006 252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications. DEC 1991 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2016) (a) (1) The North American Industry classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 621330. (2) The small business size standard is $7.5 million. (3) The small business size standard for a concern which submits an offer in its own name, other than on a construction or service contract, but which proposes to furnish a product which it did not itself manufacture, is 500 employees. (b) (1) If the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management, is included in this solicitation, paragraph (d) of this provision applies. (2) If the provision at 52.204-7 is not included in this solicitation, and the offeror is currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), and has completed the Representations and Certifications section of SAM electronically, the offeror may choose to use paragraph (d) of this provision instead of completing the corresponding individual representations and certification in the solicitation. The offeror shall indicate which option applies by checking one of the following boxes: [_] (i) Paragraph (d) applies. [_] (ii) Paragraph (d) does not apply and the offeror has completed the individual representations and certifications in the solicitation. (c) (1) The following representations or certifications in SAM are applicable to this solicitation as indicated: (i) 52.203-2, Certificate of Independent Price Determination. This provision applies to solicitations when a firm-fixed-price contract or fixed-price contract with economic price adjustment is contemplated, unless- (A) The acquisition is to be made under the simplified acquisition procedures in Part 13; (B) The solicitation is a request for technical proposals under two-step sealed bidding procedures; or (C) The solicitation is for utility services for which rates are set by law or regulation. (ii) 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. This provision applies to solicitations expected to exceed $150,000. (iii) 52.204-3, Taxpayer Identification. This provision applies to solicitations that do not include the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management. (iv) 52.204-5, Women-Owned Business (Other Than Small Business). This provision applies to solicitations that- (A) Are not set aside for small business concerns; (B) Exceed the simplified acquisition threshold; and (C) Are for contracts that will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas. (v) 52.209-2, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations-Representation. (vi) 52.209-5; Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters. This provision applies to solicitations where the contract value is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. (vii) 52.209-11, Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law. This provision applies to all solicitations. (viii) 52.214-14, Place of Performance--Sealed Bidding. 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