GSA

FEDERAL SUPPLY SCHEDULE

PRICE LIST

 

for

 

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

 

 

CONTRACT NUMBER: GS-23F-0028L

 

 

 

 

Special Item No. 871-1 Strategic Planning for Technology Programs

Special Item No. 871-2 Concept Development and Requirements Analysis

Special Item No. 871-3 System Design, Engineering, and Integration

Special Item No. 871-4 Test and Evaluation

Special Item No. 871-5 Integration Logistics Support

Special Item No. 871-6 Acquisition and Life Cycle Management

 

 

Period Covered by Contract:

October 20, 2000 through October 19, 2005 Modification Number: 0

Business Size: Large

 

 

703-620-8041

2411 Dulles Corner Park, Suite 800

Herndon, VA 20171-3430

http://www.it.northropgrumman.com

 

On‑line access to contract ordering information, terms and conditions, up‑to‑date pricing, and the option to create an electronic delivery order are available through GSA Advantage! , a menu‑driven database system. The INTERNET address for GSA Advantage! is: http://www.GSAAdvantage.gov.

 

 

 

For more information on ordering from Federal Supply Schedules click on the FSS Schedules button at http://www.fss.gsa.gov

December 2003

Table of Contents

 

INFORMATION FOR ORDERING OFFICES

1. Table of Awarded Special Item Numbers

2. Maximum Order

3. Minimum Order

4. Geographic Scope of Contract

5. Point of Production

6. Discounts

7. Statistical Data for Government Ordering Office Completion of Standard Form 279:

8. Delivery

9. Contractor s Ordering Address

10. Contractor s Electronic Payment Address:

11. Notification that Government purchase cards are accepted below the micropurchase threshold

12. Export packing charges

13. Environmental Attributes

14. Notification Regarding Registration in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database

Contract Scope

GSA COMMITMENT TO PROMOTE SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS PREAMBLE

V SUGGESTED FORMAT FOR USING BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENTS

BASIC GUIDELINES FOR USING CONTRACTOR TEAM ARRANGEMENTS

Northrop Grumman Information Technology Primary Engineering Disciplines Approved by GSA

LABOR CATEGORIES

PRICE LIST

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Table of Awarded Special Item Numbers

 

 

SINs	Description
871-1	Strategic Planning for Technology Programs
871-2	Concept Development and Requirements Analysis
871-3	System Design, Engineering, and Integration
871-4	Test and Evaluation
871-5	Integrated Logistics Support
871-6	Acquisition and Life Cycle Management

 

2. Maximum Order

 

The maximum order designated for contracts awarded under this schedule is $750,000. Ordering activities may seek a price reduction for orders placed that are greater than this amount. Task orders exceeding $750,000 will be placed in accordance with PES-I-FSS-125 (paragraph I.15), which follows.

2a. PES-I-FSS-125 REQUIREMENTS EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM ORDER (OCT 1997)

 

(a)    In accordance with FAR 8.404, before placing an order that exceeds the maximum order threshold, ordering offices shall

 

(1)   Based upon the initial evaluation, generally seek price reductions from the schedule contractor(s) appearing to provide the best value (considering price and other factors); and

 

(2)   After price reductions have been sought, place the order with the schedule contractor that provides the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative (see FAR 8.404(a)). If further price reductions are not offered, an order may still be placed, if the ordering office determines that it is appropriate.

 

(b)   Vendors may:

 

(1)   Offer a new lower price for this requirement (the Price Reduction clause is not applicable to orders placed over the maximum order in PES-52.216-19, Order Limitations.)

(2)   Offer the lowest price available under the contract; or

 

(3)   Decline the order (orders must be returned in accordance with PES-52.216-19).

 

(c)    A delivery order that exceeds the maximum order may be placed with the Contractor selected in accordance with FAR 8.404. The order will be placed under the contract.

 

(d)   Sales for orders that exceed the Maximum Order shall be reported in accordance with GSAR 552.238-72.

 

3. Minimum Order

 

The minimum order designated for contracts awarded under this schedule is $100.

 

4. Geographic Scope of Contract

 

The geographic scope of this contract is the 48 contiguous states, Hawaii, Alaska, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and all overseas locations.

 

5. Point of Production

N/A

 

6. Discounts

 

Prompt Payment: No discount; net 30 days ARO

Quantity: No discount

Dollar Volume: No discount

Other: No other discounts

 

7. Statistical Data for Government Ordering Office Completion of Standard Form 279:

 

Block 9: G. Order/Modification Under Federal Schedule

Block 16: Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS): 06-468-0213

Block 30: Type of Contractor: Large Business

Block 31: Woman-Owned Small Business No

Block 36: Contractor s Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN): - 95-2126773

 

7a. CAGE Code: 1VZG8

 

For all other Northrop Grumman Information Technology cage codes, refer to cage code table on page 5.

 

 

 

8. Delivery

 

(a) Time of Delivery. All delivery terms will be specified by individual Task Order.

(b) Expedited Delivery. Not Applicable

 

(c) Overnight and 2-day Delivery. Not Applicable

 

(d) Urgent Requirements. Not Applicable

 

9. Contractor s Ordering Address

 

Contract Administrator Program Manager

Northrop Grumman IT Northrop Grumman IT

2411 Dulles Corner Park 12001 Sunrise Valley Dr.

Herndon, VA 20171 Reston, VA 20191

Attn: Cynthia Randall Sakyi Attn: Erin Murphy

Phone: (703) 713-4226 Phone: (703) 620-8798

Fax: (703) 713-4412 Fax: (703) 620-8481

cynthia.sakyi@ngc.com erin.murphy@ngc.com

 

10. Contractor s Electronic Payment Address:

 

JP Morgan Chase Bank

ABA: 021000021

Account Number: 323033504

Phone: (213) 621-8007

Fax: (213) 671-8120

 

 

 

Lockbox Address:

 

Northrop Grumman Information Technology

Dept. CH10896

Palatine, IL 6055-0893

Overnight Remit Address:

 

Northrop Grumman Information Technology

Dept. CH10896

5503 North Cumberland Suite 307

Chicago, IL 60656

 

11. Notification that Government purchase cards are accepted below the micropurchase threshold

 

Government purchase cards are accepted below the micropurchase threshold of $2,500.

 

11a. Notification that Government purchase cards are accepted above the micropurchase threshold of $2,500.

 

Government purchase cards are accepted above the micropurchase threshold of $2,500.

 

12. Export packing charges

 

N/A

 

13. Environmental Attributes

 

N/A

14. Notification Regarding Registration in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database

 

Registered in the Central Contractor Registration database.

 

 

The Special Item Numbers (SINs) available under this contract provide for services

across the full life cycle of an engineering project. When task orders are placed, they must

identify the SIN or SINs under which the task is being executed.

 

SIN 871-1 Strategic Planning for Technology Programs/Activities

SIN 871-2 Concept Development and Requirements Analysis

SIN 871-3 System Design, Engineering, and Integration

SIN 871-4 Test and Evaluation

SIN 871-5 Integrated Logistics Support

SIN 871-6 Acquisition and Life Cycle Management

 

Task orders for outsourcing of engineering services may be placed for any of the SINs,

provided the work being outsourced is covered under the SIN definition.

 

Northrop Grumman Information Technology will provide services for electrical engineering and mechanical engineering under each of the six contract SINs. Task orders identified and defined under any of these primary engineering disciplines, or related sub-disciplines, may be awarded to the contractor.

 

1. A full description of each SIN definition and examples of the types of work covered by the SIN are provided below.

 

1.1 SIN 871-1 STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR TECHNOLOGY

PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES

 

Services required under this SIN involve the definition and interpretation of high-level organizational engineering performance requirements, such as projects, systems, missions, etc., and the objectives and approaches to their achievement. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to an analysis of mission, program goals and objectives, requirements analysis, organizational performance assessment, special studies and analysis, training, privatization and outsourcing.

 

Example: The evaluation and preliminary definition of new and/or improved performance goals for navigation satellites such as launch procedures and costs, multi-user capability, useful service life, accuracy, and resistance to natural and man made electronic interference.

 

Inappropriate use of this SIN is providing professional engineering services not specifically related to strategic planning for technology programs/activities and its associated disciplines.

 

 

1.2 SIN 871-2 CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT AND REQUIREMENTS ANALYSIS

 

Services required under this SIN involve abstract or concept studies and analysis,

requirements definition, preliminary planning, the evaluation of alternative technical approaches and associated costs for the development or enhancement of high level general performance specifications of a system, project, mission, or activity. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to requirements analysis, cost/cost-performance trade-off analysis, feasibility analysis, regulatory compliance support, technology conceptual designs, training, privatization, and outsourcing.

 

Example: The development and analysis of the total mission profile and life cycle of the

improved satellite, including examination of performance and cost tradeoffs.

Inappropriate use of this SIN is providing professional engineering services not specifically related to concept development and requirements analysis and its associated disciplines.

 

1.3 SIN 871-3 SYSTEM DESIGN, ENGINEERING AND INTEGRATION

 

Services required under this SIN involve the translation of a system (or subsystem, program, project, activity) concept into a preliminary and detailed design (engineering plans and specifications), performing risk identification/ analysis/mitigation, traceability, and then integrating the various components to produce a working prototype or model of the system. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to computer-aided design, design studies and analysis, high level detailed specification preparation, configuration management and document control, fabrication, assembly and simulation, modeling, training, privatization and outsourcing.

 

Example: The navigation satellite concept produced in the preceding stage will be

converted to a detailed engineering design package, performance will be computer

simulated and a working model will be built for testing and design verification.

Inappropriate use of this SIN is providing professional engineering services not specifically related to concept development and requirements analysis and its associated disciplines.

 

1.4 SIN 871-4 TEST AND EVALUATION

 

Services required under this SIN involve the application of various techniques

demonstrating that a prototype system (subsystem, program, project or activity)

performs in accordance with the objectives outlined in the original design. Typical

associated tasks include, but are not limited to testing of a prototype and first article(s) testing, environmental testing, independent verification and validation, reverse engineering, simulation and modeling (to test the feasibility of a concept), system safety, quality assurance, physical testing of the product or system, training, privatization and outsourcing.

 

Example: The navigation satellite working model will be subjected to a series of tests

which may simulate and ultimately duplicate its operational environment.

Inappropriate use of this SIN is providing professional engineering services not specifically related to testing and evaluating and its associated disciplines.

 

1.5 SIN 871-5 INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SUPPORT

 

Services required under this SIN involve the analysis, planning, and detailed design of all engineering specific logistics support, including material goods, personnel, and operational maintenance and repair of systems throughout their life cycles. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to ergonomic/human performance analysis, feasibility analysis, logistics planning, requirements determination, policy standards/procedures development, long-term reliability and maintainability, training, privatization and outsourcing.

 

Example: The full range of life cycle logistics support for the navigation satellite will be

identified and designed in this stage, including training, operation, and maintenance

requirements, and replacement procedures. Inappropriate use of this SIN is providing professional engineering services not specifically related to integrated logistics support and its associated disciplines.

 

 

1.6 SIN 871-6 ACQUISITION AND LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT

 

Services required under this SIN involve all of the planning, budgetary, contract, and systems/program management execution functions required to procure and/or produce, render operational and provide life cycle support (maintenance, repair, supplies, engineering specific logistics) to technology-based systems, activities, subsystems, projects, etc. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to operation and maintenance, program/project management, technology transfer/insertion, training, privatization, and outsourcing.

 

Example: During this stage, the actual manufacturing, launch, and performance monitoring of the navigation satellite will be assisted through project management, configuration management, reliability analysis, engineering retrofit improvements, and similar functions.

 

Inappropriate use of this SIN is professional engineering services not specifically related to acquisition and life cycle management and associated disc.

 

2. Primary Engineering Discipline Descriptions

 

This contract defines two Primary Engineering Disciplines (PEDs), which may be used under each of the contract SINs: electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering.

 

2.1 Electrical Engineering

 

Planning, design, development, evaluation, and operation of electrical principles,

models and processes. It includes, but is not limited to, the design, fabrication,

measurement and operation of electrical devices, equipment and systems (e.g. signal processing; telecommunication; sensors, microwave, and image processing; micro-fabrication; energy systems and control; micro- and nano-electronics; plasma processing; laser and photonics; satellites, missiles and guidance systems, space vehicles, fiber optics, robotics, etc.). Within the electrical engineering discipline, there are several specialties within the scope of this work; a partial listing follows: processing; laser and photonics; satellites, missiles and guidance systems, space vehicles, fiber optics, robotics, etc.).

 

2.2 Mechanical Engineering

 

Planning, development, evaluation, and control of systems and components

involving the production and transfer of energy and with the conversion of one form of energy to another. It includes, but is not limited to, planning and evaluation of power plants, analysis of the economical combustion of fuels, conversion of heat energy into mechanical energy, use of mechanical energy to perform useful work, analysis of structures and motion in mechanical systems, and conversion of raw materials into a final product, etc. (e.g., thermodynamics, mechanics, fluid mechanics, jets, rocket engines, internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, continuum mechanics, dynamic systems, dynamics fluid mechanics, heat transfer, manufacturing, materials, solid mechanics, reactors, etc.).

 

 

 

 

Northrop Grumman Information Technology provides commercial products and services to the Federal Government. We are committed to promoting participation of small, small disadvantaged, and women-owned small businesses in our contracts. We pledge to provide opportunities to the small business community through reselling opportunities, mentor-prot g programs, joint ventures, teaming arrangements, and subcontracting.

 

COMMITMENT

 

To actively seek and partner with small businesses.

 

To identify, qualify, mentor and develop small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses by purchasing from these businesses whenever practical.

 

To develop and promote company policy initiatives that demonstrates our support for awarding contracts and subcontracts to small business concerns.

 

To undertake significant efforts to determine the potential of small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small business to supply products and services to our company.

 

To insure procurement opportunities are designed to permit the maximum possible participation of small, small disadvantaged, and women-owned small businesses.

 

To attend business opportunity workshops, minority business enterprise seminars, trade fairs, procurement conferences, etc., to identify and increase small businesses with whom to partner.

 

To publicize in our marketing publications our interest in meeting small businesses that may be interested in subcontracting opportunities.

 

We signify our commitment to work in partnership with small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses to promote and increase their participation in Federal Government contracts. To accelerate potential opportunities please contact:

 

 

Small Business Liaison Office

P: (703) 713-4490

F: (703) 713-4412

 

BEST VALUE

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

FEDERAL SUPPLY SCHEDULE

(Insert Customer Name)

 

In the spirit of the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act

(Agency)___ and ___(Contractor)___ enter into a cooperative agreement to further reduce the administrative costs of acquiring commercial items from the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule Contract(s) ____________________.

 

Federal Supply Schedule contract BPAs eliminate contracting and open market costs such as: search for sources; the development of technical documents, solicitations and the evaluation of offers. Teaming Arrangements are permitted with Federal Supply Schedule Contractors in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 9.6.

 

This BPA will further decrease costs, reduce paperwork, and save time by eliminating the need for repetitive, individual purchases from the schedule contract. The end result is to create a purchasing mechanism for the Government that works better and costs less.

 

 

Signatures

 

AGENCY DATE CONTRACTOR DATE

 

 

BPA NUMBER_____________

 

(CUSTOMER NAME)

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

 

Pursuant to GSA Federal Supply Schedule Contract Number(s)____________, Blanket Purchase Agreements, the contractor agrees to the following terms of a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) EXCLUSIVELY WITH (Ordering Agency):

 

(1) The following contract items can be ordered under this BPA. All orders placed against this BPA are subject to the terms and conditions of the contract, except as noted below:

 

MODEL NUMBER/PART NUMBER *SPECIAL BPA DISCOUNT/PRICE

 

(2) Delivery:

 

DESTINATION DELIVERY SCHEDULE/DATES

 

(3) The Government estimates, but does not guarantee, that the volume of purchases through this agreement will be ______________.

 

(4) This BPA does not obligate any funds.

 

(5) This BPA expires on _________________ or at the end of the contract period, whichever is earlier.

 

(6) The following office(s) is hereby authorized to place orders under this BPA:

 

OFFICE POINT OF CONTACT

 

 

(7) Orders will be placed against this BPA via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), FAX, or paper.

 

 

 

(8) Unless otherwise agreed to, all deliveries under this BPA must be accompanied by delivery tickets or sales slips that must contain the following information as a minimum:

 

(a) Name of Contractor;

 

(b) Contract Number;

(c) BPA Number;

 

(d) Model Number or National Stock Number (NSN);

 

(e) Purchase Order Number;

 

(f) Date of Purchase;

 

(g) Quantity, Unit Price, and Extension of Each Item (unit prices and extensions need not be shown when incompatible with the use of automated systems; provided, that the invoice is itemized to show the `information); and

(h) Date of Shipment.

 

(9) The requirements of a proper invoice are specified in the Federal Supply Schedule contract. Invoices will be submitted to the address specified within the purchase order transmission issued against this BPA.

 

(10) The terms and conditions included in this BPA apply to all

purchases made pursuant to it. In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this BPA and the contractor s invoice, the provisions of this BPA will take precedence.

 

 

 

 

Federal Supply Schedule Contractors may use Contractor Team Arrangements (see FAR 9.6) to provide solutions when responding to a customer agency requirements.

 

These Team Arrangements can be included under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). BPAs are permitted under all Federal Supply Schedule contracts.

 

Orders under a Team Arrangement are subject to terms and conditions or the Federal Supply Schedule Contract.

 

Participation in a Team Arrangement is limited to Federal Supply Schedule Contractors.

 

Customers should refer to FAR 9.6 for specific details on Team Arrangements.

 

Here is a general outline on how it works:

 

        The customer identifies their requirements.

 

        Federal Supply Schedule Contractors may individually meet the customers needs, or -

 

        Federal Supply Schedule Contractors may individually submit a Schedules Team Solution to meet the customer s requirement.

 

        Customers make a best value selection.

 

 

 

 

Northrop Grumman IT may perform engineering services for electrical and mechanical engineering under each of six contract SINs defined.

 

 

 

 

VII. DESCRIPTION OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LABOR CATEGORIES

 

The GSA Schedule labor categories provide potential clients with the flexibility to acquire the specific skills, education, and experience levels that are appropriate for their tasks. Five categories are identified, each with five to eleven levels which reflect increasing levels of education and/or experience. The broad categories are:

 

        Management Staff

        Administrative Staff

        Engineering Staff

        Support Services Staff

        Consulting Staff

 

The following paragraphs present each of these categories in terms of a broad description, minimum education and experience, and functional responsibilities. Labor rates are provided in Section 8.

 

DESCRIPTION	Individuals requiring the training, skills and experience of professional, technical or analytical staff plus extensive management/supervisory experience. Must have or be able to obtain a security clearance at the level of Secret or higher and/or be able to perform in an environment involving special security requirements, as task orders may dictate. Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE	Must have demonstrated engineering expertise and communication skills to be able interface with all levels of management.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY	The Management Staff typically is responsible for the technical contract management of programs and projects. Majority of contact with various management levels within the operating unit, at other operating units and within the customer community concerning programs/projects, operational decisions, and contractual clarifications.

LABOR CATEGORY LEVELS

 

 

DESCRIPTION	Individuals requiring the training, computer skills, and experience to support either management staff or project staff. Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE	Applies general knowledge of standards, concepts, practices, and techniques related to the administrative function(s) in order to accomplish assignments. Understanding of specific job requirements with requisite skills to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY	May perform administrative duties related to word processing; travel; data management; project library; document control; document production; technical aide; data entry; and computer support such as computer operations; computer technical support; and computer security.

 

LABOR CATEGORY LEVELS

 

 

DESCRIPTION	The Engineering Staff functional area encompasses all engineering services to be provided under the GSA PES Schedule, to include, but not limited to, the following: Independent Verification and Validation, Research and Development, Systems Engineering, Signal Processing, Modeling and Simulation, and Test & Evaluation. Individuals requiring the training, engineering skills and experience to operate within a high-tech environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE	The Engineering Staff must possess professional training or equivalent experience in one of the following types of disciplines: electrical engineering; electronic engineering; computer science; computer systems; decision support; computer security; electronic commerce; business processing re-engineering; business process analyses, information architecture planning and design; operations research; modeling and simulation; math; physics; quality assurance; systems analysis; business or management.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY	The Engineering Staff provides specialized knowledge of system requirements and engineering specifications. Designs solutions based on customer needs and technical considerations. Analyzes job tasks, organizational structure and user requirements to provide system-wide solutions. Applies engineering expertise to assist in defining, designing, validating and documenting complex systems; states of technology and current processes.

 

LABOR CATEGORY LEVELS

 

 

DESCRIPTION	The Support Services Staff functional area encompasses all support services, such as Operations and Maintenance, and other areas of support. Individuals requiring the training, skills and experience to operate and maintain systems within the engineering/systems environment. Provides knowledge of system requirements, operations, and engineering specifications. Applies technical expertise in operating and maintaining complex operating environments, states of technology and current processes. Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE	The Support Services Staff must possess training or experience in one or more of the following disciplines, or the equivalent: engineering; computer systems; logistics; quality assurance; systems analysis; business, or management.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY	Demonstrated working knowledge in area of technical specialty. Applies standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to accomplish assignments. Provides solutions to a variety of problems. Ability to operate and maintain various systems, ranging from large scale to individual systems. Uses a wide application of principles, theories, and concepts. Provides solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough and practicable.

 

LABOR CATEGORY LEVELS

 

 

DESCRIPTION	The Consulting Staff functional area encompasses all engineering consulting services, such as the following: Business Case Analysis; Expert Systems. Individuals requiring the training, skills and experience of the Engineering Staff plus extensive breadth and depth of knowledge in one or more specific domains and normally operating in a management structure which provides sophisticated planning, scheduling, performance tracking and risk management. This structure is geared toward delivery of end-item products and the application of repeatable processes, modern development methodologies, and techniques including simulations, prototyping and system demonstrations. Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE	The Consulting Staff is generally experienced in one or more specific domains and may have experience as a subject matter expert in a related military or commercial application. Must possess training or equivalent experience in one of the following types of disciplines: electrical engineering; electronic engineering; computer science; computer systems; decision support; computer security; electronic commerce; business processing re-engineering; business process analyses, information architecture planning and design; engineering; operations research; modeling and simulation; math; physics; quality assurance; systems analysis; business or management.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY	The Consulting Staff must have or be able to obtain a security clearance at the level of Secret or higher and/or be able to perform in an environment involving special security requirements, as task orders may dictate. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the technical discipline and applies extensive expertise as a generalist. Applies and/or develops advanced technologies, engineering and scientific principles, theories and concepts in related technical disciplines or in a specialty.

 

LABOR CATEGORY LEVELS