Novel Effect (sound scape)

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Novel Effect

773 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron

Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Lackland, TX 78226-1865

Date: 5 August 2023

Title: Novel Effect

Request for Quote (RFQ) / Solicitation Number: FA805223PRE030-Novel Effects

Closing Response Date: 14 August 2023 at 2 PM CST

Contact Point(s): Mr. Reginald Myles, Contract Specialist Email: reginald.myles@us.af.mil

Phone Number: 720-560-7334

Contact Point(s): MSgt James Moore, Contracting Officer Email: james.moore.45@us.af.mil

1. Description: 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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-04 June 2, 2023.

This requirement shall be full and open competition: under NAICS 516210 with a size standard

$47M. The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC), 773 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (ESS) has a requirement for  interactive music, sound effects, and character voices that are perfectly tuned to respond as a book is read aloud from a library book. As a book is read, Novel Effect gives youth a more immersive experience so they’ll be on the edge of their seats with their focus on the story. And it offers story effects for the books libraries already use: see product description attached

A list of line item number(s) and items, quantities, and units of measure, see Pricing Schedule B.

2. Requirement: The mission of DAF Libraries is outlined in DoDI 1015.10 stating DAF Libraries will provide information resources and services required to accomplish the mission. The DoD libraries support military personnel assigned to contingency operations, remote sites, and military missions IAW DoDI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs. The program provides professional military and voluntary education programs materials and services. Libraries also provide facilities, resources, and services to enhance the quality of life, regeneration, and resiliency for authorized customers. These resources relate to various overarching goals of the DAF such as recreation, physical wellness, emotional resiliency, and educational pursuits.

The DAF libraries must procure resources that can be accessed globally, including in areas with low or no internet access, and provide the below stated requirements. These resources need to include access to quality of life resources and resiliency. The Novel Effect delivers interactive music, sound effects, and character voices that are perfectly tuned to respond as a book is read aloud from a library book. As a book is read, Novel Effect gives youth a more immersive experience so they'll be on the edge of their seats with their focus on the story. And it offers story effects for the books libraries already use. Novel Effect is a vital leisure tool for DAF personnel and their families. Novel Effect is an important to service personnel and library staff for having the ability to provide instantly accessible digital information in that can be streamed with no waiting. This subscription is firm-fixed pricing so there is no increase when new titles are accessed. It will not limit the number of titles or electronic checkouts.

3. Period of Performance: The Period of Performance (POP) is for twelve (12) months upon receipt of award.

4. Questions: The Government will accept questions concerning solicitation number FA805223PRE030 until : 9 August 2023 at 2 PM CST. Email your questions to reginald.myles@us.af.mil. Any questions received after this date and time need not be considered.

Quotes Due Date: Quotes must be submitted electronically to the Contract Specialist, Reginald Myles, via e-mail at reginald.myles@us.af.mil. and the Contracting Officer, james.moore.45@us.af.mil. Quotes must conform to the requirements of this solicitation and be received no later than : 14 August 2023 at 2 PM CST It is the responsibility of the offeror to ensure that the quotes and its attachments are received. Any quotes received after designated closing date and time need not be considered. Quotes must include aggregate total of base plus all option year CLINS on Pricing Schedule B (IAW FAR 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options). All quotes shall conform to the Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) structure of the attached Pricing Schedule B.

Notice to Vendor(s): The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse Vendors for any costs. Respondent understands and agrees that it submits its quote at its own risk and expense, and releases 773 ESS/PK from any claim for damages or other liability arising out of the posting process. 773 ESS/PK shall not be liable for any errors in Vendor's response. Vendor is responsible for careful review of its entire response to ensure that all information is correct and complete. Vendors are liable for all error or omissions contained in their responses. All informational material submitted in response to this posting becomes the property of 773 ESS/PK and shall not be returned.

Period of Acceptance of Quotes: The Vendor agrees to hold the prices in its quote firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF): Include in the quote that a Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) account has been initiated or already established (DoD) has mandated the use of WAWF. All invoices shall be submitted using Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).

To get more information about how to register for WAWF contractors can go to the following web site and download the Contract Pay information: http://www.dfas.mil/contractorpay/ContractPayInformation.pdf.

SAM Registration: Firms submitting a quote subsequent to the solicitation described herein, MUST be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, or risk the quote as being non-responsive, regardless if the package is considered complete, timely or any other salient consideration. Information to register on SAM can be found at the web site, SAM.gov | Home .

List of Attachments:

1. Novel Effect product description
2. Pricing Schedule B
3. Provisions and Clauses; Instructions to Offerors; Eval Criteria