E1PB--Artwork in newly renovated administrative offices. Sources Sought and Design Submittal for design competition
Sources Sought and Design Competition
The Veteran Benefits Administration is seeking sources for an artist to provide concept drawings, or specifications for review for a Design Competition.
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Providence Regional Office, is contracting for an artist to provide some creative and inspiring artwork to the newly renovated spaces. This artwork will be designed to be therapeutic and rejuvenating. The specific dimensions of the final product is listed below in the Scope of Work.
All interested parties will provide by email to daniel.pagone@va.gov 3:00PM EDT 26 May 2020 no more than a 4 MB file of concept including original work by the artist design drawings (if available) and concept of completing the work. The competition is for original Artist Work only do not provide someone else s work or concept. Please also provide Contact information and Company Name, DUNS Number and Small Business Economic Status. Again by email to daniel.pagone@va.gov only.
The design concepts will be reviewed by the end user for adequacy to the general concept of Veteran Themed original works to enhance the Veteran Experience. A firm-fixed price contract will be considered to the best representative design from this competition. Please see the below Statement of Work for further detail.
Questions can be directed to daniel.pagone@va.gov .
Statement of Work- First Impression Art Work
Contract Title: First Impressions Artwork
Background: Contractor is required to create artwork in newly renovated administrative offices on the 2nd,3rd and 4th floors
Scope: The Department of Veterans Affairs, Providence Regional Office, is contracting for an artist to provide some creative and inspiring artwork to the newly renovated spaces. This artwork will be designed to be therapeutic and rejuvenating. Some of the artwork will be attached to permanent resin panels and glass walls in various locations explained in the specifications. This project will also include three original 4 h x 8 w paintings in three separate locations explained in the Description/Specification. These three paintings will also have LED track lighting installed on the ceiling.
4.1 The period of performance for services It is expected that artwork will be completed within 10 weeks after completion of each construction phase. Completion of all artwork could take up to a year depending on the progress of each construction phase.
Description/Specifications: Vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation and supervision necessary to create artwork in the locations listed below.
Artwork and Locations:
3rd Floor Locations
Resin Panels
(4) 4 h x 3 w Original drawings and paintings to be created for four architect specified resin panels. High resolution digitally printed images of original artwork will be provided. Printing and installation for the LED Artwork w/Resin Panels is going to be done by the General Contractor.
Glass Wall
Digitally printed decals from original artwork to be applied on the glass panels.
6 10 h x 9 5 w painting for glass decal
Director s Reception Area
This area s paintings will include Rhode Island landscapes with figurative representations of veterans, and address such themes to include camaraderie, service and patriotism.
Wall
Three- dimensional framed oil painting layered with translucent fabric.
4 h x 8 w paining framed with fabric layer
Glass Wall
6 9 h x 3 9 painting for glass decal Digitally printed decals from original artwork to be applied on the glass panels.
2nd Floor
This area will be a timeline of historical themes depicting conflicts throughout our military history, including current engagements.
(1) 4 h x 8 w paining framed with fabric layers
4th Floor
The artwork on this floor will proceed with historical timeline
4 h x 8 w painting framed with fabric layers
5.1 Deliverables/Progress Payments: The artwork work will be completed in six phases to be completed 10 weeks after each phase of construction is completed.
Phase 1- 3rd Floor Resin Panels
Phase 2- 3rd Floor Glass Wall
Phase 3- 3rd Floor Directors Office Reception Area Glass Wall
Phase 4- 3rd Floor Directors Reception Area Wall Art
Phase 5- 4th Floor Wall Art
Phase 6- 2nd Floor Wall Art
The artist will be escorted to the locations, where the artwork will be located.
5.3 Contractor Responsibility:
5.3.1 Contractor shall be responsible for any damages caused by his/her employees and shall repair of replace damaged systems/equipment immediately at no additional cost to VA.
5.3.2 The contractor shall be responsible for placing barricades in appropriate locations to protect the wellbeing and safety of VARO personnel/staff. These barricades shall be removed by the contractor when work is completed or at the end of the workday.
5.3.3 The contractor shall be responsible for keeping the work site clean, neat and orderly, ensuring that there are no unnecessary cable, tools, oils or other equipment left in an inappropriate location that could interface with the operation of the VA Providence Regional Office or be a cause of risk or hazard to staff/personnel. All equipment shall be removed from any work site that is located within a pedestrian area daily at the end of the workday. Doorways, hallways and aisles shall be kept clean at all time. At no time shall equipment be left unattended, including breaks and lunch.
5.3.4 Contractor shall report to the COR of the services rendered and any part ordered.
5.4 Hours of Operation: Normal business hours are from 8:00AM to 4:30PM Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Following are the 10 holidays observed by the Federal Government:
New Year s Day
Independence Day
Veterans Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
President s Day
Columbus Day
Christmas Day
Memorial Day
Security Requirements: Vendor will not have access to the VA Sensitive Information, patient records, or data. In addition, contractor employee must always be accompanied by a VA employee while on facility premises.
Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) Government-Furnished Information (GFI): No government furnished equipment will be provided to the contractor. If needed, electrical power will be provided by the VA at no cost to contractor.
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Providence Regional Office, will not furnish parts and/or test equipment for the performance of this contract. It is the responsibility of the contractor to bring the appropriate equipment and/ or supplies necessary to complete the work as required within.
Place of Performance:
Department of Veterans Affairs
Regional Office
380 Westminster St.
Providence RI 02903
36C10E20Q0193 Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Benefits Administration Headquarters
5/15/20, 1:43 PM Repair/Restoration of the Parade Float
PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT
Rebuild/Restoration of Float for CNIC Region Southeast
1. Background. The Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC) Region Southeast (SE) and Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) float enhances the Navy’s recognition, presence, and to employ Navy Pride in the local communities. The float was originally built and used by Navy Commands in the Southeast Region starting in 2000. The float is an essential public relations emblem for residents and service members to demonstrate the Navy’s impact on local communities. The float serves as an effective recruiting tool that reinforces recruiting efforts throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, southern Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle. The goal behind recruitment is to find the best-qualified men and women for Active-duty and Reserves for the Officer and Enlisted service for America’s Navy to accomplish today’s mission and meet tomorrow’s challenges.
The Government intends to restore the CNIC Region SE and NTAG float at the end of Fiscal Year (FY) 2021. A supplies and services contract for the CNIC Region SE and NTAG float will enable Navy Commands to promote and market the Navy presence in the NTAG SE AOR.
1.1. Scope. This contract includes all functions, tasks and responsibilities normally performed by a Prevailing in the Locality SCA wage determination. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all products and labor that include, but not limited to, building materials, paint materials, electrical materials, accessories to make float appear ship-like, and all labor related to the products for the float. All space not identified as standing, will be considered open or storage. On the float there will be one (1) relief station for personnel, and one (1) rear entrance for sound speakers and associated equipment to produce sound. The existing float will be delivered to the contractor’s location for the duration of the rebuild, and delivered back to the Navy from the contractor’s location. The float will resemble the USS CONSTITUTION, the Nation’s oldest active Navy vessel.
Below are basic float dimensions, usage spaces, and storage spaces. These dimensions can be modified by the contractor to meet design challenges when restoring to the USS CONSTITUTION design, at no extra cost, and only after approval by the local Designated Government Representative (DGR) and Technical Point of Contact (TPOC).
The float dimensions are as follows:
Ground to top of frame – 34 inches
Float frame (including wheel assembly) – 336 inches long (28 feet) / 90 inches wide
Float entrance from ground including stairs – 32 inches
Float frame to personnel standing level – 24 inches
Personnel standing level to top rail – 48 inches
Stairs to second level (rear/aft part of float design) – 26 inches wide / 65 inches height
Lavatory (relief station) dimensions are as follows:
The space will be 48 inches (length), 38 inches (width), 77 inches (height)
Open space and/or storage space will be any remaining space in or on the float not designated as standing space for personnel or walking spaces. At a minimum, 48 inches of total storage space will be required on the float in one or more locations.
*Note* See supplemental attachment for basic measurements covering the frame and float.
The Contractor shall comply with any and all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to Federal Law, Louisiana State Law(s), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Navy and installation regulations.
1.2. Period of Performance. The period of performance shall be for one Base Year of five (5) months. The Period of Performance reads as follows:
Base Year: 1 October 2021 – 28 February 2022
1.3. Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at the contractor’s location within a vicinity of up to 100 miles from Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans at 400 Russell Ave, Building 46, Belle Chasse, LA 70471. Contractors beyond 101 miles will NOT be considered for award.
1.4. Designated Government Representative (DGR). This acquisition is not technically complex and, for that reason, it does not require a Contracting Officer Representative (COR). However, a DGR will report to the Contracting Officer that all products and/or services from the contractor have been delivered and accepted.
1.5. Non-Personal Service Statement. Contractor management will ensure that employees properly comply with the performance work standards outlined in this performance work statement. Contractor employees will perform their duties independent of, and without the supervision of, any Government official or other Defense Contractor. The tasks, duties, and responsibilities set forth in this project may not be interpreted or implemented in any manner that results in any contractor employee creating or modifying Federal policy, obligating the appropriated funds of the United States Government, overseeing the work of Federal employees, providing direct personal services to any Federal employee, or otherwise violating the prohibitions set forth in Parts 7.5 and 37.1 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The Government will control access to the facility and will perform the inspection and acceptance of the completed work.
1.6. Employment of Federal Employees. The contractor shall not employ or enter into a contract with any person to perform work under this contract who is an employee of the United States Government, either military or civilian, unless such person receives approval IAW applicable Federal and DOD regulations.
1.7 Inspection. The Government has the right to inspect services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and place of performance during the term of the contract. The Government shall perform inspections in a manner that will not unduly delay the work. If the Government performs inspections on the premise of the Contractor, the Contractor shall furnish, at no increase in contract price, all reasonable facilities and assistance for the safe and convenient performance of these duties. If any of the services do not conform with contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract amount.
1.8 Government Furnished Property. The float is owned by the U.S. Navy Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC) Region Southeast (SE) and Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG). The float is considered to be Government Furnished Property and the Asset Tag #62440001. The parade float is part of NAS JRB New Orleans Public Affairs Program inventory. The float will be delivered to “as is” for the sole purpose of being restored/repaired. No further documentation is required as stated in Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) Procedures, Guidance, and Instruction (PGI) 245.106-70. The duty of the Contractor shall be to restore the float according to the terms of the PWS.
N0969721RC00EPK Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command
8/27/21, 2:39 PM Kayenta Health Center - Additional Workstation Service
The Kayenta Service Unit population of 20,000 is spread across a remote and sparsely populated area. Kayenta is in a traditional part of the reservation. Services are provided to 200 patients each day in continuity or walk-in clinics and in a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week emergency room. The clinic has on site lab, x-ray and pharmacy services. Services available include general medical care, pediatrics, internal medicine, mental health, women's health, health promotion/disease prevention services, community education, comprehensive school health curriculum support, injury prevention, and fitness activities.
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 is a combined synopsis/solicitation. Therefore it constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Navajo Area Indian Health Services, Kayenta Health Center Facility & Support Service Department is requesting for a contractor to provide Installation of Additional Workstations. The contractor shall be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) system, and maintain an Active Entity account throughout the contract term.
(i) KHC-SD-2021-00038 this solicitation will be in accordance to request for quotation (RFQ) utilizing FAR Part 12 Commercial Items and FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. This solicitation is issued as Women Owned Small Business Set Aside.
(ii) A statement that the solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-03.
(iii) The associated North American Industry Classification System code and small business size standard that will be utilized for this requirement is 541490.
(iv) Purpose of the Contract: This requirement is for Contractor to provide professional service to disassemble and assemble workstations. Period of Performance to cover from Date of Award through December 31, 2021.
(v) Date & Place of Deliver: Date: TBD; Kayenta Health Center, HWY 160, South Milepost 394.3, Kayenta, AZ 86033.
(vi) Service below needed for proposal:
**Statement of Work Attachment”
(vii) Evaluation Factors: The Government reserves the right to issue a single award or multiple awards to the schedule contractor(s) whose quote represents the best value as defined by FAR 2.101. In determining best value, the following evaluation factors will be considered:
1. Technical Capability:
Warranty Terms
Service Coverage (if applicable)
Past Performance
2. Logistics:
Delivery Terms
3. Price: technical factors are significantly more important than price, price will be used as a form of tie breaker if should two or more responses be equal of points.
The FAR provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items; and 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items are incorporated by reference.
CONTRACTING OFFICER AUTHORITY: Authority to negotiate changes in the terms, conditions or amounts cited in this contract is reserved for the Contracting Officer.
THE FOLLOWING FEDERAL ACQUISITION CLAUSES WILL APPLY TO ANY RESULTANT CONTRACT:
The following FAR and Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) clauses are applicable: 52.204-7, 52.204-9, 52.211-6, 52.211-16, 52.212-4, 52.212-5, 52.229-3, 52.232-18. The following FAR clauses cited in 52.212-5 are applicable to the acquisition: 52.203-6 with Alternate I, 52.219-8, 52.222-3, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.222-39, 52.222-41, 52.222-42, 52.222-43, 52.223-9, 52.225-13 and 52.232-33
Upon request, the Contracting Officer will provide full text copies of the FAR and HHSAR provisions and clauses. The provisions and clauses may also be accessed electronically at http://www.arnet.gov and http://www.hhs.gov/oamp/dap/hhsar.html.
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: All responsible offerors may submit a proposal, which shall be considered via email to Sheila.Denny@ihs.gov, Department of Acquisition Management and Contracts, no later than 5:00 p.m., EST on August 9, 2021.
KHC-SD-2021-00038 Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service
7/22/21, 1:42 PM