3.5.3.  Request for Proposal (RFP)

3.5.3.1.  The SABER RFP should closely mirror the format and content of a large construction ID/IQ solicitation. Unique features of a SABER RFP generally include the following:

3.5.3.1.1.  A description of the coefficient(s) that the offeror must propose, to include a tiered approach in which the offeror proposes declining coefficients based on cumulative task order expenditures. For example, the first tier might require coefficients for total task orders up to $3 million. The second tier might encompass cumulative expenditures between $3M and $5M with yet another tier for cumulative expenditures exceeding $5M. Regardless of the strategy used, the RFP must fully describe the tiers and explain implementation of the approach.

3.5.3.1.2.  Identification of individual coefficients for standard hours, non-standard hours, geographically separated ranges or sites, secured areas, and/or varying project magnitudes, as appropriate;

3.5.3.1.3.  Identification of the applicable UPG and any required related software, hard copies, and/or computer support requirements;

3.5.3.1.4.  A sample SABER project scheduled for an award later under the resulting SABER contract. Selecting a sample is highly recommended as it provides a demonstration of the offerors' understanding of the design aspect of the SABER program and confirms the offeror's commitment to provide the quality design packages to the government.

3.5.3.1.5.  The level of architectural/drafting support performed by the contractor (not to be interpreted to mean A-E services);

3.5.3.1.6.  A provision covering the preparation of designs in the last quarter of the fiscal year in anticipation of fall out funds (a sample Hold Harmless Agreement is attached in Appendix 3-C); and

3.5.3.1.7.  A provision for adding non-prepriced items (NPI) to the contract.