MANUFACTURE/DELIVER/INSTALL ACRYLIC COUNTERTOPS
Added: Nov 19, 2015 9:38 am COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICIATION VA246-15-Q-0090 Reception Desk Casework Fabrication and Installation (I) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial service prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation for this action. Quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. (II) This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). Submit written quotes on RFQ VA246-15-Q-0090. (III) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect tough Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-83. (IV) Any amendments issued to this solicitation will ONLY be available on the FBO website (www.fbo.gov). (V) The Network Contracting Office 6-SAO EAST intends to award a firm-fixed price contract for Reception Desk Casework Fabrication and Installation for the Department of Veteran Affairs, Richmond VA Medical Center, 1201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, VA, 23249. (VI) The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 337110 with a business size standard of 500. This procurement is unrestricted to and for all eligible offerors may submit quotes. All offerors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov to be considered for an award of a federal contract. The record must be complete and not missing elements such as representations and certifications. (VII) Questions concerning this solicitation shall be addressed to Cherisse Hall, Contracting Specialist, and emailed to Cherisse.Hall@va.gov. All questions or inquires must be submitted no later than 3:00 pm Eastern Standard time on Friday November 20, 2015. No phone calls will be accepted. (VIII) The Government will award a contract resulting from this RFQ to the responsible offeror whose quote is the lowest price and meets the requirements of the SOW. Quotes are due by 12:00 pm Eastern Standard time on November 23, 2015. Quotes received after this date and time will be considered late in accordance with 52.212-1(f) and will not be evaluated. Quotes shall be submitted via email to Cherisse.Hall@va.gov. (IX) This combined solicitation/synopsis is for the purchase of the following commercial services: CLIN DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES QUANITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 MANUFACTURE, DELIVER AND INSTALL ALL MILLWORK AND CASEWORK PER PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ADDENDUMS. 1 JB 0002 SOLID SURFACE ACRYLIC COUNTERTOPS 1 JB TOTAL: $ Statement of Work Reception Desk Casework Fabrication and Installation Building 500 - Mental Health Recovery Unit Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1201 Broad Rock Blvd Richmond, VA 23249 1. Introduction The Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia is soliciting bids for fabrication and installation of a new reception desk/ casework to include wall and floor cabinets, solid surface countertops and backsplash, and resin panels for 1E-121 in Building 500 Mental Health Recovery. 2. SCOPE OF WORK 2.1. OVERVIEW Provide all qualified labor, field verification, materials, tools, and supervision for the direct installation of reception desk/ casework to include wall and floor cabinets, solid surface countertops and backsplashes, and reception desk resin panels in Building 500 at the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center. Contractor shall field verify all dimensions prior to fabrication and installation. Must follow touchup and repair any damage to adjacent walls, floor and ceiling and return to original condition prior to installation 2.2 SUBMITTALS 1. Submit in SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. a. Shop Drawings: b. Millwork items - Half full size scale for sections and details 1:50 (1/4-inch) for elevations and plans. c. Show construction and installation. i. Samples: 1. Plastic laminate finished plywood or particleboard, 150 mm by 300 mm (six by twelve inches). d. Certificates: i. Indicate fire retardant treatment of materials meet the requirements specified. ii. Indicating moisture content of materials meet the requirements specified. iii. List of acceptable sealers for fire retardant materials. iv. Manufacturer's literature and data: 2. Finish hardware 3. Electrical components 2.2.1. PRODUCTS/SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS All bids shall address and meet all salient characteristics defined in this section. 1. Plastic Laminates: a. PL-1: Wilsonart Monticello Maple 7925-35: (Casework Vertical Surfaces and doors) b. Solid Surface Countertops: i. SS-1: Dupont Corian Aurora c. Ecoresin i. R-2: 3Form Varia Ecoresin Texture-Ridge ii. Color: Bliss iii. 3/8" Think, Sandstone Finish, Back Side Only, Square Edge 2. LUMBER a. Grading and Marking: i. Lumber shall bear the grade mark, stamp, or other identifying marks indicating grades of material. ii. Such identifying marks on a material shall be in accordance with the rule or standard under which the material is produced, including requirements for qualifications and authority of the inspection organization, usage of authorized identification, and information included in the identification. iii. The inspection agency for lumber shall be approved by the Board of Review, American Lumber Standards Committee, to grade species used. b. Sizes: i. Lumber Size references, unless otherwise specified, are nominal sizes, and actual sizes shall be within manufacturing tolerances allowed by the standard under which product is produced. ii. Millwork, standing and running trim, and rails: Actual size as shown or specified. c. Hardwood: MM-L-736, species as specified for each item. d. Softwood: PS-20, exposed to view appearance grades: i. Use C select or D select, vertical grain for transparent finish including stain transparent finish. ii. Use Prime for painted or opaque finish. iii. Use edge grain Wood members exposed to weather. 3. PLYWOOD a. Softwood Plywood: i. Prod. Std. ii. Grading and Marking: 1. Each sheet of plywood shall bear the mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency that maintains continuing control over the quality of the plywood. 2. The mark shall identify the plywood by species group or identification index, and shall show glue type, grade, and compliance with PS1. b. Plywood, 13 mm (1/2 inch) and thicker; not less than five ply construction, except 32 mm (1-1/4 inch) thick plywood not less than seven ply. c. Plastic Laminate Plywood Cores: i. Exterior Type, and species group. ii. Veneer Grade: A-C. d. Shelving Plywood: i. Interior Type, any species group. ii. Veneer Grade: A-B or B-C. e. Other: As specified for item. 4. HARDWOOD PLYWOOD a. HPVA: HP.1 b. Species of face veneer shall be as shown or as specified in connection with each particular item. c. Inside of Building: d. Use Type II (interior) A grade veneer for transparent finish. e. Use Type II (interior) Sound Grade veneer for paint finish. f. On Outside of Building: g. Use Type I, (exterior) A Grade veneer for natural or stained and varnish finish. h. Use Type I, (exterior) Sound Grade veneer for paint finish. i. Use plain sliced red oak // rotary cut white birch // unless specified otherwise. 5. PARTICLEBOARD a. NPA A208.1 b. Plastic Laminate Particleboard Cores: c. Use Type 1, Grade 1-M-3, or Type 2, Grade 2-M-2, unless otherwise specified. d. Use Type 2, Grade 2-M-2, exterior bond, for tops with sinks. e. General Use: Type 1, Grade 1-M-3 or Type 2, Grade 2-M-2. 6. PLASTIC LAMINATE a. NEMA LD-3. i. Exposed decorative surfaces including countertops, both sides of cabinet doors, and for items having plastic laminate finish. General Purpose, Type HGL. ii. Cabinet Interiors including Shelving: Both of following options to comply with NEMA, CLS as a minimum. iii. Plastic laminate clad plywood or particle board. iv. Resin impregnated decorative paper thermally fused to particle board. v. Backing sheet on bottom of plastic laminate covered wood tops: Backer, Type HGP. vi. Post Forming Fabrication, Decorative Surfaces: Post forming, Type HGP. 7. BUILDING BOARD (HARDBOARD) a. ANSI/AHA A135.4, 6 mm (1/4 inch) thick unless specified otherwise. b. Perforated hardboard (Pegboard): Type 1, Tempered perforated 6 mm (1/4 inch) diameter holes, on 25 mm (1 inch) centers each way, smooth surface one side. c. Wall paneling at gas chain rack: Type 1, tempered, Fire Retardant treated, smooth surface on side. 8. ADHESIVE a. For Plastic Laminate: Fed. Spec. A-A-1936. b. For Interior Millwork: Unextended urea resin, unextended melamine resin, phenol resin, or resorcinol resin. c. For Exterior Millwork: Unextended melamine resin, phenol resin, or resorcinol resin. 9. STAINLESS STEEL a. ASTM A167, Type 302 or 304. 10. ALUMINUM CAST a. ASTM B26 11. ALUMINUM EXTRUDED a. ASTM B221 12. HARDWARE a. Rough Hardware: i. Furnish rough hardware with a standard plating, applied after punching, forming and assembly of parts; galvanized, cadmium plated, or zinc-coated by electric-galvanizing process. Galvanized where specified. ii. Use galvanized coating on ferrous metal for exterior work unless non-ferrous metals or stainless is used. b. Fasteners: a. Bolts with Nuts: FF-N-836. c. Expansion Bolts: A-A-1922A. d. Screws: Fed. Spec. FF-S-111. e. Finish Hardware f. Cabinet Hardware: ANSI A156.9. i. Door/Drawer Pulls: B02011. Door in seismic zones: B03182. ii. Drawer Slides: B05051 for drawers over 150 mm (6 inches) deep, B05052 for drawers 75 mm to 150 mm 3 to 6 inches) deep, and B05053 for drawers less than 75 mm (3 inches) deep. iii. Sliding Door Tracks: B07063. iv. Adjustable Shelf Standards: B4061 with shelf rest B04083. v. Concealed Hinges: B1601, minimum 110 degree opening. vi. Butt Hinges: B01361, for flush doors, B01381 for inset lipped doors, and B01521 for overlay doors. vii. Cabinet Door Catch: B0371 or B03172. viii. Vertical Slotted Shelf Standard: B04103 with shelf brackets B04113, sized for shelf depth. ix. Cabinet Locks: ANSI A156.11. x. Drawers and Hinged Door: E07262. xi. Sliding Door: E07162. xii. Auxiliary Hardware: ANSI A156.16. xiii. Shelf Bracket: B04041, japanned or enameled finish. xiv. Combination Garment rod and Shelf Support: B04051 japanned or enamel finish. xv. Closet Bar: L03131 come finish of required length. xvi. Handrail Brackets: L03081 or L03101. xvii. Cast Aluminum, satin polished finish. xviii. Cast Malleable Iron, japanned or enamel finish. xix. Steel Channel Frame and Leg supports for Counter top. Fabricated under Section 05 50 00, METAL FABRICATIONS. xx. Stainless steel bars brackets: ASTM A167, fabricated to shapes shown, Number 4 finish. Use 50 mm by 5 mm (2 inch by 3/16 inch) bars unless shown otherwise. Drill for anchors and screws. Drill countersunk wood screw holes at 64 mm (2-1/2 inches) on center on horizontal members and not less than two 13 mm (1/4 inch) hole for anchors on vertical member. g. Tu-Wall Counter Brackets: i. Steel angles drilled for fasteners on 100 mm (4 inches) centers. ii. Baked enamel prime coat finish. iii. Folding Shelf Bracket: iv. Steel Shelf bracket, approximately 400 mm by 400 mm (16 by 16 inches), folding type with baked gray enamel finish or come plated finish. v. Bracket legs shall be approximately 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) wide. vi. Distance from center line of hinge pin to back of vertical leg shall be 44 mm (1-3/4 inches) or provide for wood spacer if hinge line is at joint of vertical and horizontal leg. vii. Distance from face to face of bracket when closed shall be 50 mm (2 inches). viii. Brackets shall automatically lock when counter is raised parallel to floor and shall unlock manually. ix. Each bracket shall support not less than 68 Kg (150 pounds) evenly distributed. h. Edge Strips Moldings: i. Driven type "T" shape with serrated retaining stem; vinyl plastic to match plastic laminate color, stainless steel, or 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick extruded aluminum. ii. Stainless steel or extruded aluminum channels. iii. Stainless steel, number 4 finish; aluminum, mechanical applied medium satin finish, clear anodized 0.1 mm (0.4 mils) thick. 2.2.2. SUBSTITUTION REQUESTS Substitution requests ("Or Equals") shall meet salient characteristics outlined in Section 2.2.2. Substitution requests shall be similar to the specified dimensions, color scheme, function, and quality. "Or equal" products submissions shall include manufacturer's product brochure including specification information, warranty data, and physical samples of manufacturer's full range of finish options. FAILURE TO CLEARLY NOTE THAT THE PRODUCTS BEING QUOTED ARE THE REQUESTED BRAND NAME, OR FAILURE TO SUPPLY "OR EQUAL" PRODUCTS' SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL LITERATURE SHALL CONSTITUTE A NON-RESPONSIVE BID AND SHALL NOT BE FURTHER EVALUATED FOR AWARD. 2.3 WARRANTY All casework shall be under standard GSA Contract warranties. 2.4 VENDOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Vendor shall furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities and services required to perform the service under this contract. The Vendor shall be responsible for any missing parts and components not included in order to carry out the installation. The Vendor shall perform all work in accordance with this Performance Work Statement to include the casework and all necessary hardware. Final field verifications shall be the responsibility of the awarded Vendor. Samples shall be submitted for approval and final selection to COR Interior Designer per section 7.Deliverables. Installing vendor shall ensure all staff arrives on site with all necessary tools and equipment required for the installation including dollies, ladders, hand tools, and carts to deliver and install the products as required to installation work site. All vendor staff shall come to the job site equipment with all necessary safety gear including but not limited to eye protection, hard hats, etc. 2.5 DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION 2.5.1. DELIVERY 1. Protect lumber and millwork from dampness, maintaining moisture content specified both during and after delivery at site. 2. Store finishing lumber and millwork in weathertight well ventilated structures or in space in existing buildings designated by Resident Engineer. Store at a minimum temperature of 210C (700F) for not less than 10 days before installation. 3. Pile lumber in stacks in such manner as to provide air circulation around surfaces of each piece. 4. Delivery, Set-up, and Installation shall be coordinated with a RVAMC Interior Designer. Randalle Burton, Office- 804-675-5000 ext. 5318. 2.5.2. INSTALLATION 1. Vendor shall reference Attachments for casework layout per room as defined in Section 2.2. 2. Vendor shall install casework level and true to assure proper operation. 3. The vendor must clean casework and countertop surfaces after installation, according to manufacturer's written instructions. 4. The installation shall be only by qualified and certified installers with the knowledge of commercial casework installations and shall comply with all necessary VA and safety regulations 5. Vendor shall not install casework until spaces are enclosed and weatherproof, wet work in spaces is complete and dry, work above ceilings is complete and ambient temperature and humidity conditions are maintained at the levels indicated for Project when occupied for its intended use. 6. It is preferred that the awarded installation and purchase shall be by a vendor which is local to RVAMC in order to provide service and warranty for repairs as needed within a 24 hours required notice. 3. SITE CONDITIONS 1. The awarded Vendor shall include removal of all related shipping debris and construction cleanup associated with delivery and installation of the specified items. All packaging must be taken off the RVAMC premises by the Vendor. The Vendor shall be responsible for any damage to the building that occurs due to Vendor error or neglect. The Vendor shall be responsible for the coordination of staging areas and parking within the receiving area of the building. All casework deliveries, installations, and arrangements shall be coordinated with the COR Interior Designer. 2. There shall be no smoking, eating, or drinking inside the hospital at any time. Smoking in designated areas outside the buildings shall be allowed. 4. TIME FOR COMPLETION 1. All work must be initiated and completed between November 27, 2015 and January 19, 2016. 2. All work shall be completed between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. All federal holidays, excluded. 5. EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS Proposals shall be evaluated based on - in order of importance - Past Performance, Price 6. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE 1. The Vendor shall conduct a joint inspection with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) once all casework has been installed. The COR Interior Designer shall inspect all phases of delivery and installation with a sign off of any and all missing or damaged products in the form of a vendor provided punch list. Awarded Vendor shall provide detailed punch list items and established dates for replacement parts and/or short ship items from the manufacturer(s). 2. The COR shall ensure all work is completed satisfactorily prior to acceptance. Disputes shall be resolved by the Contracting Officer. 7. DELIVERABLES The reception desk casework shall be installed according to this document and Attachments. Field verification is required prior to procuring items listed, in order to ensure proper installation. Any changes shall be required to be approved by Randalle Burton, Elizabeth Steinburg, or Karen Soucie. Minor adjustments may be required. 1. Installation Schedule: The installation of specified products shall be completed per section 4.Time for Completion, listed above. Successful Vendor shall cooperate with the COR Interior Designer in developing /coordinating an installation schedule, which shall include installation and inspection of the specified item as well as a final walk tough with the COR Interior Designer. After examining the site requirements, and conferring with the COR Interior Designer, the successful Vendor shall present an installation schedule and location plan within 10 business days of award. 2. Samples and Literature for Verification: For each type of exposed finish required, provide a sample, not less than tee (3) inches square, of same thickness and material indicated for the work. Sample(s) shall be submitted within 10 business days of award. If finishes involve normal color and texture variations, include sample sets showing the full range of variations expected. Literature and specifications shall be submitted within 10 business days of award. 3. Close Out Documentation: a. Two complete sets of documentation, as listed below, shall be provided to the SLVHCS COR Interior Designer at the completion of installation. b. Installation plan c. Punch list 8. PROTECTION OF PROPERTY 1. Vendor shall protect all items from damage. The Vendor shall take precaution against damage to the building(s), grounds and furnishings. The Vendor shall repair or replace any items related to building(s) or grounds damaged accidentally or on purpose due to actions by the vendor. 2. The Vendor shall perform an inspection of the building(s) and grounds with the COR prior to commencing work. To insure that the vendor shall be able to repair or replace any items, components, building(s) or grounds damaged due to negligence and/or actions taken by the Vendor. The source of all repairs beyond simple surface cleaning is the facility construction contractor (or appropriate subcontractor), so that building warranty is maintained. Concurrence from the VA Facilities Management POC and COR is required before the Vendor may perform any significant repair work. In all cases, repairs shall utilize materials of the same quality, size, texture, grade, and color to match adjacent existing work. 3. The Vendor shall be responsible for security of the areas in which the work is being performed prior to completion. 4. Vendor shall provide floor protection while working in all VA facilities. All material handling equipment shall have rubber wheels. 9. DELIVERY/STORAGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Deliver materials to job. 2. Package to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation. Maintain protective covering in place and in good repair until removal is necessary. 3. Deliver specified items only when the site is ready for installation work to proceed. 4. Store products in dry condition inside enclosed facilities. 5. The Vendor shall accept a notification of delay as requested by the COR Interior Designer. 6. The Vendor shall coordinate this ordering arrangement at order placement with the COR Interior Designer. 7. All prices quoted at the placement and acceptance of order shall be firm fixed price. 8. All delayed delivery arrangements, within 60 days, shall be at no additional cost to the Government. The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clauses and provisions are applicable to this acquisition and are available for view at: http://farsite.hill.af.mil/ FAR Provisions: 52.204-7 System for Award Management (JUL 2013) 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal (AUG 1999) 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors- Commercial Items (JUL 2013) Offeror shall provide a quote addressing all CLINS: 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, 0005, and 0006 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (JAN 1999) The government will award a firm-fixed price purchase order to the vendor whose quotation represents the best value for the government. The Government intends to make an award based on the initial quotations. 52.212-3 Certifications and & Representations (NOV 2013) Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government's best interests, the Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). (End of Provision) VAAR Provisions: 852.233-70 Protest Content/Alternative Dispute Resolution (JAN 2008) 852.233-71 Alternative Protest Procedure (JAN 1998) 852.252-70 Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008) 852.273-74 Award without Exchanges (JAN 2003) FAR Clauses: 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items (MAY 2014) 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items (MAY 2015) Full text of the reference FAR Clauses may be accessed electronically at http://farsite.hill.af.mil/. - 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards - 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment - 52.222-3 Convict Labor - 52.222-19 Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies - 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities - 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity - 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans - 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities - 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards - 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving - 52.227-17 Rights in Data-Special works - 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer- System for Award Management (End of Clause) 52.252-2 Clauses incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) VAAR Clauses: 852.203-70 Commercial Advertising (JAN 2008) 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (NOV 2012) 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (APR 1984) 852.246-70 Guarantee (JAN 2008) 852.246-71 Inspection (JAN 2008)
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