Generally speaking, agencies should use BIC solutions to save time and money. Acquisition professionals can confidently use and recommend BIC solutions, knowing that they have undergone thorough vetting processes. 1. BIC solutions help direct agencies to solutions that offer favorable, pre-negotiated terms and rates while avoiding the time-consuming process of having to conduct a new (and…
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RFPs are released to all contract holders under the CIO-SP3 GWAC as they qualified in all ten Task Areas, unless an exception to Fair Opportunity applies. Reference Fair Opportunity in your contract.
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BIC solutions should be considered and used “to the maximum extent practicable” by acquisition professionals government-wide, per OMB Memo M-17-22 .
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Yes. The requesting agency will receive small business credit. The NITAAC Contracting Officer will ensure that the requesting agency's code is cited in FPDS.
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The NITAAC Contracting Officer will assist the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) in refining the scope of work.
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No. The requesting agency must provide a COR.
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Yes. NITAAC will provide assistance during the pre-solicitation process.
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Yes. The assisted acquisition fee is calculated in addition to the obligated amount plus the NCAF. (IGCE/Contractor Proposal Amount + NCAF) + Assisted Order Fee = Total Effort Amount
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No. All procurements, whether assisted or direct, will appear the same in e-GOS to all eligible contract holders.
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NITAAC will always adhere to the FAR supplement of your agency. It is, after all, your requirement and we are here to help make it happen just as if your agency was doing the procurement.
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