140P2022R0036-0002_Att01a-PreProposal_Mtg_Presentation_wNotes_221019_0002.pdf

REHABILITATE MAIN IMMIGRATION BUILDING EXTERIOR

COMPONENTS (GAOA PROJECT)

Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island

PMIS: STLI-312431

Solicitation: 140P2022R0036

Pre-Proposal Conference & Site Visit October 19, 2022

E X P E R I E N C E Y O U R A M E R I C A

10/19/2022

OPENING

• INTRODUCTIONS

• ATTENDEE’S LIST WILL BE INCLUDED IN AN AMENDMENT

• PURPOSE OF THE PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE & SITE VISIT

1) Introductions

2) Project Purpose and Background - Technical Information

3) Contractual Information

a. Schedule and Tentative Deadlines

b. Proposal Submission Requirements and Evaluation Information

4) Existing Conditions Site Visit

PROJECT PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND

The project aims to rehabilitate the exterior system of the Main Immigration Building, which serves as a museum and research center. Work will occur at the masonry walls, towers, windows, roof and skylights.

The scope of work is limited to the masonry facades, windows, skylights, and underlying structural issues that need to be addressed to restore these elements. The Main Immigration Building’s current condition will be improved aesthetically and functionally, as well as its overall durability. The scope of brick and stone repointing, repairing, and replacing, along with the removal of incongruous materials and limited cleaning, will maintain the historic resource and support a high level visitor experience worthy of Ellis Island.

LOCATION OF WORK

LOCATION OF WORK

Scope includes work at several locations at the Main Immigration Building:

• Exterior Elevations

• Main Flat Roof

• Upper Clay Tile Roof

• Skylights

• Towers

SCOPE OF WORK

Scope of work includes:

CLIN 1: Clerestory Window Replacement

CLIN 2: Structural Steel and Masonry Repairs at Clerestory Windows

CLIN 3: Main Building Façade Restoration

CLIN 4: Railroad Ticket Office Façade Restoration

CLIN 5: Window Restoration

CLIN 6: Upper Roof Repairs

CLIN 7: Bird Netting

SCOPE OF WORK

Scope of work includes (continued):

Bid Option 1: Atrium Skylight Replacement Bid Option 1A: Atrium Skylight Replacement with Pressure Equalized

Skylight Assembly Bid Option 2: Library Skylight Replacement Bid Option 2A: Library Skylight Replacement with Pressure Equalized

Skylight Assembly Bid Option 3: Circulation (Octagon) Skylight Replacement Bid Option 3A: Circulation (Octagon) Skylight Replacement with Pressure

Equalized Skylight Assembly Bid Option 4: Replace Clerestory Lighting Bid Option 5: Railroad Ticket Office Window Restoration Bid Option 6: Exterior Door Restoration Bid Option 7: Efflorescence Cleaning in Towers Bid Option 8: Repoint Open Brick Joints

SCOPE OF WORK for Clerestory Windows (CLIN 1)

This project includes the replacement of eight (8) clerestory windows in the Registry Room, the installation of new storm windows at these eight (8) locations, and the replacement of the interior back-lighting at these windows.

The drawings and specifications for this portion of the Work were prepared for a separate project but will be fully incorporated into this Construction Contract. The Division 1 specifications for this contact apply to all Work in this contract.

Refer to the construction documents and technical specifications for the Clerestory Window package issued under PMIS 305028 for this scope of work.

COST, SCHEDULE, PERFORMANCE CONSTRAINTS

• Contract to award approximately January 10, 2023

• NPS would issue a partial NTP so material submittals can proceed, approved and equipment be ordered with enough lead time

• Mobilization to occur by approximately March 27, 2023, pending approved Division 1 submittals

• Project period of performance is 731 calendar days.

• Limited staging and material storage area available for use.

• Contractor parking on Ellis Island is very limited and carpooling/off-site parking will be required.

• US Park Police security checkpoint is required for access to Ellis Island.

• All Contractor workers are required to obtain Park badges through USPP.

• Temporary worker names shall be submitted in advance to ensure site access is granted from USPP.

• All barges & vessels will be screened by USPP Canine Team prior to entering the maritime security zones or arriving at Liberty or Ellis Island.

• Contractor must coordinate with CO and Park for use of Ellis Island dock in advance. Deliveries across visitor use areas should be done prior to visitor hours.

• Visitor protection is required both inside and outside at all times. Coordinate any area closures with CO and Park in advance.

• Coordinate with CO and Park Staff prior to disposing of any removed equipment or materials

• Properly protect exhibits, museum spaces, roofing, finishes and elements that are to remain

• Contractor to submit a detailed logistics plan and schedule prior to any staging of materials on site

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO.140P2022R0036

SOLICITATION AND AWARD INFORMATION

• PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING – OCTOBER 19, 2022

• PRE-PROPOSAL QUESTION CUTOFF DAY– NOVEMBER 11, 2022, 2:00 PM EST

• OFFERS DUE – NOVEMBER 18, 2022, 2:00 PM EST

• SECTION L – 52.216-01 – Type of Contract – Firm Fixed Price

• NAICS Code: 238150 - Small Business Size Standard: $16.5M

• This is an UNRESTRICTED procurement – all interested businesses having the capability to perform the work described in the solicitation will be considered.

• Contract completion not later than 731 calendar days after issuance of construction notice to proceed.

• Notice of award (estimated) to be on or around JANUARY 15, 2023

*The question cut-off date and proposal submission date have been modified.

Current Question Cutoff Day and Proposal Submission Date as of the pre‐proposal meeting have been modified since the conclusion of the pre‐proposal meeting. See modification provided in Amendment 0002 to this solicitation.

BASIS FOR AWARD

1. The Government will conduct a source selection using the Best Value Continuum Tradeoff Process defined at FAR Part 15.1. The Contracting Officer (CO) will obligate and award a contract to the offeror who submits a proposal the Source Selection Authority (SSA) determines conforms to solicitation requirements; is fair and reasonable; and provides the best value to the government considering all evaluation factors combined as detailed below. For this acquisition, the CO is the SSA.

2. The Government may accept other than the lowest priced proposal when the perceived benefits of a higher priced proposal merit the price differential.

3. Additionally, pursuant to FAR 52.215-1(f), Contract Award, contained herein:

• The Government may reject any or all proposals if such action is in the Government’s interest.

• The Government may waive informalities and minor irregularities in proposals received.

• The Government intends to evaluate proposals and award a contract without discussions with offerors (except clarifications as described in FAR 15.306(a)). Therefore, the offeror’s initial proposal should contain the offeror’s best terms from a cost or price and technical standpoint. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the CO later determines them to be necessary.

EVALUATION FACTORS

RELATIVE IMPORTANCE: FACTOR 1 – Project Experience is the most important factor followed in descending order of importance by FACTOR 2 –Technical Approach, by FACTOR 3 – Key Personnel Experience, by FACTOR 4 – Schedule; and by FACTORY 5 – Small Business Participation. The rating scheme for Technical Factors 1 – 5 is adjectival. FACTOR 6, Past Performance, is less important than Technical Factors 1 – 5 when combined, and its rating scheme is adjectival.

Overall: All evaluation factors other than price when combined are significantly more important than price.

Technical Proposal (Technical Factors): Factors 1 though 5 are in descending order of importance. Factor 6 is less important than Technical Factors 1 through 5.

Price Proposal (Price Factor): Price is less important than all other factors combined.

VOLUME I, TECHNICAL PROPOSAL – FORMAT,

ORGANIZATION, CONTENTS

FORMAT: Submit one (1) electronic copy of Volume 1 as described on page 50 from the contract clauses and provisions. Hard copies will not be accepted. Proposal will be sent by email to:

CS_DSC_Proposal_Submission@nps.gov; jeffery_hepp@nps.gov; alan_stormont@nps.gov

ORGANIZATION: Include a Table of Contents with tabs for hard copy formats and folders and files for electronic formats named as follows:

FACTOR 1 – PROJECT EXPERIENCE

FACTOR 2 – TECHNICAL APPROACH

FACTOR 3 – KEY PERSONNEL EXPERIENCE

FACTOR 4 – SCHEDULE

FACTOR 5 – SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION

FACTOR 6 – PAST PERFORMANCE

VOLUME I, TECHNICAL PROPOSAL – FORMAT,

For Technical Proposal, Volume I:

1. Project Experience:

Attachment 1: Project Experience Form

2. Technical Approach:

Attachment 2: Technical Approach Narrative (contractor provides – see instructions in Section L)

3. Key Personnel Experience:

Attachment 3: Key Personnel Resumes (contractor provides – see instructions in Section L)

4. Schedule:

Attachment 4: Construction Schedule – MS Project Gantt Chart format (contractor provides – see instructions in Section L)

5. Small Business Participation:

Attachment 5: Small Business Participation Documentation – Sample Provided (only required for large businesses) (contractor provides – see instructions in Sections L&M)

6. Past Performance – If available, contractor provides final CPARS report for projects referenced. If not available, please provide the following in accordance with Section L requirements:

Attachment 6: Past Performance Questionnaire

Factor 1: PROJECT EXPERIENCE – Contents

Submit the attached "Project Experience" form addressing specific ASPECTS below for up to 5 relevant projects completed in the last 7 years. Submit separate forms for each project. Key Trades, if evaluated, are subject to substitution requirements in Section H of this solicitation and resulting contract. Key subcontractors can also submit up to three (3) relevant projects completed in the last seven (7) years

Project Experience – Key Trades: Describe experience and capability for the following Key Trades identified in Section H of this solicitation and listed below. Indicate whether or not you have previously worked with these firms on previous projects. All firms proposed as Key Trades are subject to substitution requirements contained in this solicitation. Key Trades:

Masonry Glazing Roofing

Project Experience - Logistics, Coordination, Process: Construction in congested areas of high public interest or public use that are similar in scope, magnitude, and complexity to this solicitation while maintaining safe public access and minimizing visitor and public disruption.

Please include the Experience Form provided in the Proposal Submission Package for Factor 1. Ensure that the same projects are provided with Past Performance (Factor 6).

Prime contractors may submit UP TO 5 relevant projects completed in the last 7 years. If in excess of five projects, only the first five projects will be evaluated.

However, each key subcontractor can also submit UP TO 3 relevant projects completed in the last 7 years. If in excess of three projects, again, only the first three projects will be evaluated.

Factor 1: PROJECT EXPERIENCE - Contents (continued)

Project Experience - Cultural, or Historic Resources: Renovation; Restoration; Rehabilitation of historic structures similar in scope, magnitude and complexity to this solicitation. Include experience and processes employed to meet all cultural resource and compliance requirements.

NOTE: Submit the same project information for Past Performance (Factor #6) as submitted under this factor.

Factor 1: PROJECT EXPERIENCE – Evaluation Factor

Project experience demonstrating (1) capability to successfully complete relevant projects of similar scope and magnitude to this solicitation; (2) strong technical knowledge and skill required for this solicitation; and (3) similar project experience performed in-house or with the proposed major subcontractor(s) may be considered more favorably; (4) similar experience completed in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic management on sites of National and Historic significance may be considered more favorably. Those not demonstrating these attributes present higher levels of risk and will be less favorably rated.

NOTE: The same projects evaluated for experience under this factor shall also be evaluated for Past Performance (FACTOR 6). Projects determined more relevant under this factor will be given more weight in the Past Performance evaluation.

*The project experience factor has been modified to remove barging.

See modification provided in Amendment 0002 to this solicitation.

Factor 2: TECHNICAL APPROACH – Contents

Technical approach is your means and methods to complete a technical aspect of required work in this solicitation. Submit a written narrative limited to 10 pages describing your technical approach for the specific ASPECTS below. Pictures can be included and will count towards the page limitation. There is no preprinted form for this submittal.

Technical Approach - Logistics, Coordination, Process: Submit a written detailed technical approach (including phasing and sequencing) for performing this construction project. Address the successful execution of the project while protecting the Park's cultural resources and historic fabric, maintaining park operations, and minimizing impacts to Park visitors. Consider any unique considerations relating to project scope, and creative and innovative ideas to execute the project in an expeditious manner. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the project scope and offer realistic strategies and methods for addressing the overall project scope.

Technical Approach – Risk Mitigation: Submit a risk analysis identifying critical issues, potential problems, and/or areas of concern with recommended solutions. Include strategies to manage project risks such as weather and working around unforeseen site conditions, material lead times, and work force availability.

Factor 2: TECHNICAL APPROACH – Evaluation Factor

Technical approaches that comply with applicable contract requirements; are realistic, appropriate, and efficient;

and demonstrate clear logic and scope understanding present lower levels of risk and will be more favorably rated. Approaches not demonstrating these attributes present higher levels of risk and will be less favorably rated.

Factor 3: KEY PERSONNEL EXPERIENCE - Contents

Submit resumes for key personnel as identified in this solicitation at Section H and listed below. All personnel proposed are subject to substitution requirements contained in this solicitation. There is no preprinted form for this submittal. Key Personnel:

Project Manager Superintendent Quality Control Manager Masonry Foreman Glazing Foreman Roofing Foreman

Roles and Responsibilities: Submit an organizational chart identifying the project team with major subcontractors and key personnel, identifying specific roles, responsibilities, and lines of authority.

Please provide resumes for your Key Personnel. There is no preprinted form provided in the proposal submission package for this requirement.

Factor 3: KEY PERSONNEL EXPERIENCE – Evaluation Factor

Key Personnel experience demonstrating (1) capability in same or similar key personnel positions on successful relevant projects of similar scope and magnitude to this solicitation; (2) strong technical knowledge and skill required for this solicitation; and (3) effective problem solving, communication, coordination, and organization present lower levels of risk and will be more favorably rated. Those not demonstrating these attributes present higher levels of risk and will be less favorably rated.

Contracting

Factor 4: SCHEDULE – Contents

Submit your proposed construction schedule for THIS SPECIFIC PROJECT showing completion within the required period of performance contained in this solicitation with accompanying schedule narrative.

Submit your schedule in Gantt Chart format; assume a Notice to Proceed date of 1/15/2023 with a period of performance of 731 calendar days; and include specific activities required for this project and a clear critical path with major milestones and applicable predecessor activities. In your accompanying narrative, explain schedule logic, critical path activities, and key considerations and constraints. There is no preprinted form for this submittal.

*The assumed NTP date has been modified.

Please note the NTP date of 1/15/23 and the 731 calendar day POP requirement. See modification provided in Amendment 0002 to this solicitation.

Factor 4: SCHEDULE – Evaluation Factor

Construction schedules and narrative descriptions documenting (1) clear and efficient critical path and logical sequencing; (2) account for procurement lead-time, subcontractor/trade coordination, on-site storage and staging, resource and time constraints; and (3) demonstrate risk mitigation and successful completion within the required period of performance present lower levels of risk and will be more favorably rated. Schedules which do not demonstrate these attributes present higher levels or risk and will be less favorably rated.

Factor 5: SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION – Contents

All offerors (both other than small businesses and small businesses) shall submit Small Business Participation documentation that address the evaluation criteria defined in the Small Business Participation factor contained in section M of this solicitation.

Small business offerors need to self‐certify as such in SAM.gov to receive the credit for this Factor. For large businesses, see the next page.

Factor 5: SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION – Evaluation Factor

All offerors (both other than small businesses and small businesses) will be evaluated on the extent of proposed participation/commitment to use U.S. small businesses in the performance of this acquisition (as small business prime offerors or small business subcontractors) relative to the objectives and requirements established herein. Small business offerors self-certified in SAM.gov will receive the maximum credit for this evaluation factor and do not need to submit any documentation supporting this evaluation factor. For all other offerors the Government will evaluate the following in no order of importance:

1. The extent of identification and participation of small and socio-economic business subcontractors in terms of the value of the total acquisition (total contract value).

2. The extent to which offerors met or exceed DOI subcontracting goals for small and socio-economically disadvantaged businesses. Offerors that propose small or socio-economic subcontractors that met or exceed DOI’s prior year subcontracting performance will be evaluated favorably.

Small or Socio-Economic Business Type DOI Goal Most Recent Prior Year

Subcontract Performance Small Business 44.0% XX.X% Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Small business (SDB)

5% X.X%

Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) 5% X.X% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business

(SDVOSB)

3% X.X%

Historically Underutilized Business District Small Business (HUBZone)

3% X.X%

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises

(ISBEE)

N/A X.X%

This table can be found in Section M of the contract clauses and provisions. Large businesses need to address the criteria provided in paragraphs 1 through 6 of this and the following slide. A sample copy of the form for use is provided in the proposal submission package.

Factor 5: SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION – Evaluation Factor (continued)

3. The extent to which offerors demonstrate substantive commitment to small business firms, such as, letters of commitment, Joint Ventures, mentor/protégé agreements, or other demonstrations of commitment (i.e., binding commitments will become enforceable/contractual requirements).

4. Identification of the type and variety of the work small firms are to perform (i.e., binding commitments will become enforceable/contractual requirements).

5. The extent to which the offeror provides detailed explanations/documentation supporting the proposed quantitative participation.

6. The extent to which the offeror complied with requirements of FAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns.

The Government will evaluate the proposal to determine which offeror proposes the best value in terms of Small Business Participation. Offers submitted by a small business prime offeror will also be evaluated and will receive the maximum score for this evaluation criteria.

Factor 6: PAST PERFORMANCE – Contents

Submit Past Performance information for the same projects submitted under Project Experience (Factor 1) using the attached Past Performance Questionnaire. Information may be regarding the offeror's firm and/or its proposed major subcontractors performing key trades and/or other construction activities. Subcontractor past performance will only be considered if it correlates to the work the subcontractor will be performing on this requirement. If Contract Performance Assessment Reporting System (www.cpars.gov) evaluation reports exist for projects submitted under Project Experience (Factor 1) offerors are to include these in their past performance section of their Technical Proposal instead of obtaining Past Performance Questionnaire responses from customers. Submittal process for the Past Performance Questionnaire is as follows:

1) Complete Section A (Contractor Information) and B (Contract Information) only of the attached Past Performance Questionnaire and forward to your client reference. The reference shall be someone who was substantially involved with the project and can provide a complete, objective assessment of your performance. Direct them to complete and submit the survey to the email addresses and point of contacts noted in Section E. of the questionnaire by the due date and time for proposal receipt.

2) Submit copies of the questionnaire that you forwarded to your references with their questionnaire Section C (Reference) point of contact information in Technical Proposal Volume I.

Fill out only Sections A & B of the Past Performance Questionnaire and forward to your reference for completion. Your reference must complete the form and submit to the Contracting Officer and the Contract Specialist, not the offeror to receive credit for this requirement. Please ensure that a copy of the form you provided your reference is included in your proposal and the CO/CS will replace with the filled form once received by your reference. A Past Performance Questionnaire is not required if a CPARS is provided in your proposal submission package; however, the CO/CS will verify that the CPARS action is completed in the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS).

Factor 6: PAST PERFORMANCE – Contents (continued)

3) Submit a narrative disclosing any instances of past performance that may be considered less than fully satisfactory. Describe pertinent facts, circumstances and any remedial action taken or to be taken to correct the deficiency. Failure to disclose such instances could result in an unfavorable assessment of the offeror's past performance record.

The offeror shall be responsible for any follow-up communication required to ensure that all the forms are completed by the reference and are emailed to the NPS point of contacts no later than the date and time proposals are due.

Factor 6: PAST PERFORMANCE – Evaluation Factor

The TEP will evaluate past performance of offerors on projects provided in the Project Experience section (FACTOR 1) and on contracts with the Federal Government, other public agencies, or private organizations. Past performance demonstrating higher levels of success and quality on more relevant projects similar in scope and magnitude to this solicitation present lower levels of risk and will be more favorably rated. Projects that are more relevant to the requirements of this solicitation will be given more weight in the overall past performance rating. Project Experience ratings (Factor 1) will be considered in determining relevancy for projects submitted under this factor. If an offeror has no past performance on similar work relevant to this solicitation, they will be evaluated neither favorably nor unfavorably. All submitted references may not be contacted. Sources other than submitted references may be contacted.

Past performance on contracts with the Federal Government, other public agencies, or private organizations will be considered.

All submitted references may not be contacted. Sources other than submitted references may be contacted.

During proposal evaluations, exchanges between the Government and offerors may occur to clarify the relevance of past performance information and/or address adverse past performance information which an offeror has not yet had an opportunity to respond to.

The Government will evaluate the proposal to determine which offeror proposes the best value in terms of Small Business Participation. Offers submitted by a small business prime offeror will also be evaluated and will receive the maximum score for this evaluation criteria.

VOLUME II, BUSINESS AND PRICE PROPOSAL – FORMAT,

1. FORMAT: Submit one (1) electronic copy of Volume 2 as described on page 52 from the contract clauses and provisions. Hard copies will not be accepted. Proposals will be sent to: CS_DSC_Proposal_Submission@nps.gov;

jeffery_hepp@nps.gov; and alan_stormont@nps.gov

2. ORGANIZATION: Include a Table of Contents with files for electronic formats named as follows:

• SF1442

• AMENDMENTS

• SECTION B PRICE SCHEDULE

• SF 24 BID BOND

• SECTION K REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• GENERAL REFERENCES

• SUBCONTRACTING PLAN (only required for large businesses)

Large files may not be received by the CO/CS but files up to 100 MB will transmit to the Proposal Submission email address.

Bid Bond: Please ensure that the seals provided on your bid bond are visible in your proposal..

If your firm is certified as a small business under the NAICS code for this solicitation (236220), you are NOT required to submit a small business subcontracting plan.

Subcontracting plans are required to be submitted by large businesses only.

ORGANIZATION, CONTENTS (continued)

For Business & Price Proposal, Volume II:

1. SF-1442:

Attachment 1: SF 1442

2. Acknowledgement of Amendments:

Attachment 2: Amendments (if required) or acknowledgement of amendments on SF 1442 (Attachment 1 above)

3. Contract Price Schedule/Schedule of Values:

Attachment 3a: Section B - Contract Price Schedule or Contract Price Schedule Worksheet (MS Excel format)

Attachment 3b: Schedule of Values (contractor provides – see instructions in Section L)

4. Bid Bond:

Attachment 4: SF 24 Bid Bond

Acknowledgement of Amendments: Please acknowledge by providing either a signed copy of each amendment or acknowledge on the SF 1442 (you need not provide both) Contract Price Schedule: Two price schedules were provided in the Proposal Submission Package (a copy of the Section B CPS and an Excel spreadsheet). Please submit one or the other in your Business and Price Proposal (you need not provide both).

For Business & Price Proposal, Volume II:

5. Representations and Certifications:

Attachment 5: Section K – Representations and Certifications (please ensure all highlighted blocks are checked as appropriate). Although not required for your proposal submission package, please ensure that your Online Representations and Certifications are current and active and that the appropriate NAICS code (238150) is included.

6. General References:

Attachment 6: General References

7. Subcontracting Plan (if applicable):

Attachment 7: Subcontracting Plan (only required for large businesses)

Fill out Section K Representations and Certifications provided in the Proposal Submission Package and include in your business and price proposal. Your online Representations and Certifications will be downloaded from SAM by the Project Team, so please don’t provide these; however, you need to ensure that your online Representations and Certifications are current and that you reflect NAICS code as either a small or large business. Award cannot be made to an offeror lacking certification of this NAICS code.

If your firm is a large business under NAICS code 238150, you must provide a small business subcontracting plan with your proposal.

• SF1442: Standard Form 1442, Solicitation, Offer, and Award, (Construction, Alteration, or Repair): Complete blocks 14 through 20C only. An official having the authority to contractually bind the offeror’s company must sign the SF 1442 in accordance with the procedures prescribed in FAR 4.102. The SF-1442 will be reviewed for completeness.

• AMENDMENTS: DO NOT acknowledge amendments through FedConnect. Acknowledge all solicitation amendments using one of the methods set forth in Block 11 of Standard Form 30. Amendment acknowledgements will be reviewed for timely and proper acknowledgement.

• SECTION B CONTRACT PRICE SCHEDULE: Enter the proposed dollar amount for each line item in the Price Schedule, including any optional items, if applicable. Also provide a separate Schedule of Values (SOV) for each line item in the Section B Contract Price Schedule. Each SOV shall show the line item price broken down by major work components. Proposed pricing will be evaluated for fair and reasonableness.

Reasonableness will be determined considering comparisons to competitive pricing and to the independent Government estimate (IGE). Proposed pricing that differs significantly from the competition or IGE may be reviewed to assess potential performance risk and the offeror’s understanding of contract requirements. If multiple contract line items are included in the price schedule, prices will be evaluated to determine whether any line items are unbalanced. Offerors are cautioned to distribute costs appropriately.

Amendments: NPS does not have access to FedConnect.

Ensure that the line item values provided in your Schedule of Values match those proposed in your Contract Price Schedule.

VOLUME II, BUSINESS AND PRICE PROPOSAL –

FORMAT, ORGANIZATION, CONTENTS (continued)

• SF 24 BID BOND: Submit Standard Form 24, Bid Bond duly executed between the offeror and the bonding company. Refer to clause 52.228-1. The SF24 Bid Bond will be reviewed for completeness and acceptability.

• SECTION K REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: Submit a completed copy of provision 52.204-8 shown in section “K” of this solicitation. Complete all required representations and certifications if they are not available at www.SAM.gov. Your firm must maintain current, active registration at www.SAM.gov to be eligible for award and you are encouraged to complete SAM registration before submitting your offer. Information will be reviewed for completeness and award eligibility.

• GENERAL REFERENCES: Complete and submit the attached “General References,” form. Information will be used in determining Responsibility pursuant to FAR 9.103. Points of contact will be queried to determine Responsibility pursuant to FAR 9.103.

Bid Bond: Please ensure that the seals on your electronic bonds are visible. Also ensure that the bond provides a bid guarantee of 20% OR $3 million, WHICHEVER IS LESS and not both. For example, any proposal over $15M would require a $3 million bid guarantee, any proposal under $15 million would require a 20% bid guarantee.

Section K Reps & Certs: Please be aware that there are numerous clauses in the Section K attachment provided in the proposal submission attachment that require vendor to check, not just 52.204‐8. The other clauses have the boxes highlighted, so please ensure that a check is provided in each where appropriate.

VOLUME II, BUSINESS AND PRICE PROPOSAL –

FORMAT, ORGANIZATION, CONTENTS (continued)

• SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING PLAN: Small business offerors are not required to submit a subcontracting plan; however, large business offerors shall complete and submit the attached Subcontracting Plan Form in response to the requirements of clause 52.219-9.

The NPS subcontracting goals for Fiscal Year 2022 are: Small Businesses (44%), Small Disadvantaged Businesses (5%), Women-Owned Businesses (5%), HUBZone (3%), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (3%).

Subcontracting plans that contain goals less than the NPS goals shall include rationale as to why the above goals cannot be met.

Large businesses will only be considered for award if they submit an acceptable Small Business Subcontracting Plan. Plans that meet or exceed the NPS small business subcontracting goals and are otherwise compliant with FAR Part 19.705 shall be considered acceptable Plans that indicate goals less than the NPS small business subcontracting goals but are otherwise compliant with FAR Part 19.705 shall be considered acceptable if the Contracting Officer determines the offeror’s submitted rationale for not meeting the NPS goals are reasonable.

These are the same goals provided in the Small Business Participation factor.

CONTRACT PRICE SCHEDULE

Point out the Contract Price Schedules and note how it is organized by each PMIS and that the base bids are listed in the front. Bid options follow after the base bids. Keep track of the different PMIS: ROOF, MASONRY and WINDOWS.

Base Line Items from the Contract Price Schedule

CONTRACT PRICE SCHEDULE cont.

Option Line Items from the Contract Price Schedule

Unit Priced Items must contain whole (NOT ROUNDED) values. If the unit price multiplied by the quantity does not match the total price, there will be an error in pricing and the total contract price.

PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE QUESTIONS

• Please state your name and company before you ask your question. The question will be repeated and responses provided for administrative-type questions. For all/most other questions, the CO requests that these be submitted in writing via email to both jeffery_hepp@nps.gov and alan_stormont@nps.gov.

• Responses to questions do not change the solicitation document.

• Changes to the solicitation document shall be made by formal amendment only.

• Questions and answers will be issued by a formal amendment to the solicitation for information only.

• Request for Proposal (solicitation document) shall only be changed by formal amendment issued by the Contracting Officer at the website: www.sam.gov.

Ensure that BOTH the CO and the CS are addressed when providing questions by email to ensue that your questions are routed and responded to appropriately in case either of us are away from the office.

QUESTIONS AFTER PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

• Direct all questions to both Jeffery Hepp & Alan Stormont by email: jeffery_hepp@nps.gov and alan_stormont@nps.gov.

• All questions and answers will be provided to all prospective offerors by amendment to the solicitation.

• Request for Proposal (solicitation document) shall only be changed by formal amendment issued by the Contracting Officer at the website: www.sam.gov.

• Cut-off day for questions is one week prior to the proposal submission date (cut off date has been changed to November 11, 2022).

Ensure questions are addressed to both the CO and CS. Cut off date revision: see modification provided in Amendment 0002 to this solicitation.

Thank You For Your Interest in This Project

E X P E R I E N C E Y O U R A M E R I C A

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