NASA Goddard Scrap Term Contract

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Contract Opportunity

The complete Invitation for Bids (IFB), Surveillance Plan (SP), and all supporting documentation for this solicitation are available on GSA Auctions. Interested parties must review the materials at the following link:

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) Greenbelt, Maryland Sale Number: 2-1-QSC-T-26-033

https://gsaauctions.gov/auctions/preview/354919

Solicitation Overview

This solicitation is issued as a sealed bid Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a term contract to purchase and remove DEMIL A scrap mixed metals generated at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The IFB is the controlling and authoritative document for all contract requirements, terms, and conditions. Bidders are responsible for reviewing the IFB in its entirety and complying with all instructions and provisions.

The contract is structured as a three-year base period with two option years. The Government may exercise the option years in accordance with the IFB.

The Government does not guarantee minimum quantities. Estimated annual quantities are provided for informational and pricing purposes only.

Award will be made to the highest responsive and responsible bidder. The Government does not evaluate technical approaches or operational methods. Responsiveness and responsibility are determined based on compliance with the IFB requirements, including mandatory inspection, required certifications, and submission of all required documents.

Scope of Work (High-Level)

The contractor will be responsible for:

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  Furnishing, staging, maintaining, and removing containers suitable for scrap mixed metals.

  
  


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  Removing scrap material in accordance with site scheduling and operational requirements.

  
  


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  Transporting and processing material in compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

  
  


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  Providing certified weight tickets and documentation to support billing and payment.

  
  


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  Coordinating with NASA personnel to ensure safe, secure, and compliant operations.

  
  


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  Meeting all safety, environmental, transportation, and site access requirements.

  
  

This contract is performance-based and outcome-focused. The Government does not direct contractor methods, equipment, or operational approach.

Mandatory Pre-Bid Inspection

Attendance at a pre-bid inspection is mandatory for bid responsiveness. The inspection allows bidders to observe site conditions, operational constraints, material handling considerations, and access requirements that may affect performance and pricing.

Inspections are conducted by appointment only and must be coordinated with the Site Point of Contact. All inspections must be completed prior to the bid submission deadline identified in the IFB.

Failure to attend and complete the inspection may result in a bid being determined non-responsive.

Documents Section - Description of Contents

The following documents are provided in the Documents section of this solicitation and must be reviewed by all bidders:

1. Invitation for Bids (IFB)

The IFB is the primary and controlling document. It contains all contract requirements, instructions to bidders, eligibility requirements, award procedures, performance standards, and applicable terms and conditions.

2. Surveillance Plan

The Surveillance Plan describes how the Government will monitor and verify contractor performance during contract execution. It supports contract administration and oversight and does not create additional contractor obligations or modify the IFB.

3. Appendix A - Site Verification and Bidder Certification

This form documents bidder attendance at the mandatory pre-bid inspection and includes certifications regarding the bidder's ability to meet contract requirements. This appendix must be completed and submitted with the bid.

4. Appendix B - Bid Sheet and Standard Form 114

This appendix provides the required bid pricing structure. Bidders must complete and submit the SF-114 and associated pricing documentation.

5. Appendix C - Container Execution Narrative

This appendix allows bidders to describe their anticipated container staging and handling approach. This information is descriptive only and is not evaluated or scored. It supports responsibility determination and contract administration.

Disclaimer

This summary and any pictures provided are for informational purposes only. Pictures are representative of the types of material and conditions that may be encountered and are not warranted. Actual material, quantities, and site conditions may vary over the term of the contract.

The Invitation for Bids (IFB) is the controlling and authoritative document for all requirements, terms, and conditions. In the event of any inconsistency between this summary, pictures, or other informational materials and the IFB, the IFB governs.

The Surveillance Plan is provided for informational purposes and explains how the Government may monitor contract performance. It does not create additional contractor obligations and does not modify the IFB.

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