B09_Amend_02_Revised_Instructions_For_Submission_of_Offerrs_0002.pdf

Solicitation 4/15/2022

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140P2022R0053

Document Title GATE 291651, Design-Build for Rehabilitation of Floyd Bennett Field Wastewater Collection System at Jamaica Bay, Gateway National Recreation Area, New York

(b) An organized site visit has been scheduled for—

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(c) Participants will meet at—

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52.252-5 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN PROVISIONS (NOV 2020)

(a) The use in this solicitation of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of “(DEVIATION)” after the date of the provision.

(b) The use in this solicitation of any Department of Interior Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 14) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of “(DEVIATION)” after the name of the regulation.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SUBMISSION OF OFFERS AND OTHER INFORMATION –

COMPETITIVE SOURCE SELECTION

A. GENERAL

1. Submit, at a minimum, an offer that conforms to the solicitation documents. By submission of an offer, the offeror unconditionally assents to the terms and conditions in this solicitation and in any solicitation attachments. Proposals offering alternative stipulations to the requirements of this solicitation will NOT be considered or accepted.

2. In accordance with FAR 36.209, all firms, prime contractors or subconsultants, involved in developing the design or specifications for this construction solicitation are not eligible and prohibited from receiving any part of this construction award. Proposals from or containing firms under these circumstances will not be considered for award.

3. Proposals shall comply with the format, content, and submission instructions contained in this solicitation.

Offerors should carefully review this section and its relationship to Section “M” prior to commencing proposal preparation.

4. Process: The Government shall conduct the source selection process per the Two-Phase Design / Build selection procedures noted in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 36.3.

a. Phase 1: The Government will evaluate phase 1 proposals against the Phase 1 evaluation criteria to determine the most highly qualified offerors according to FAR part 36.3. A maximum of 3 offerors shall be selected to move forward to receive the Phase 2 solicitation.

b. Phase 2: The Government will notify the selected Phase 2 offerors and request submission of a Phase 2 proposal that addresses the phase 2 evaluation criteria. The Government will grant a stipend in the amount of up to $15,000 (exact amount will be determined prior to the selection of firms moving forward into Phase 2) to all unsuccessful offerors that were selected to move forward to Phase 2, in order to assist in the development of the Concept Design. The winning offeror will not received the stipend. The Government will only accept proposals from invitation only offerors.

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Document Title GATE 291651, Design-Build for Rehabilitation of Floyd Bennett Field Wastewater Collection System at Jamaica Bay, Gateway National Recreation Area, New York

B. QUESTIONS

Pre-proposal questions shall be submitted a minimum of 10 days prior to the due date and time for proposals. DO NOT submit questions through FedConnect. Submit questions only though email to both of the following:

Contracting Officer, Tony Jasper, tony_jasper@nps.gov

Contract Specialist, Michael Moffett, michael_moffett@nps.gov

C. OFFER DUE DATE AND LOCATION

1. To be considered for award, proposals must be received no later than the date and time noted in Block 13.a of the SF1442 contained in this solicitation. Offerors are responsible for confirming their proposals are received by the due date and time.

D. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Proposals shall be submitted via email. Proposals submitted via any means other than email shall not be accepted.

2. Proposals shall be sent to all of the following:

a. Contracting Officer, Tony Jasper, tony_jasper@nps.gov

b. Contract Specialist, Moffett, michael_moffett@nps.gov

c. CS_DSC_Proposal_Submission@nps.gov

3. Title subject line for all proposal submissions shall contain the solicitation number, Park-PMIS, and number of total emails, per the following example:

Subj: 140P2022R0053, GATE 291651, email 1 of 3

4. Submit Phase 1 proposal as one volume. Submit Phase 2 proposals in separate volumes (I and II) in the FORMATS specified, containing CONTENTS required. Each volume shall be submitted in separate email attachments. Submit only Phase 1 requirements. Phase 2 will be by invitation only at a later date.

5. Size limits:

a. Individual email attachments shall be no larger than 25 MB.

b. Each email shall be no larger than 40 MB

6. Offerors shall verify receipt of proposals.

E. PHASE I, TECHNICAL PROPOSAL – FORMAT, ORGANIZATION, CONTENTS

1. FORMAT: Submit (1) one electronic copy. No hard copies shall be submitted.

2. ORGANIZATION: Include folders and files for electronic formats named as follows:

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SF1442, block 19 & 20 - Amendment Acknowledgement only and signature. Do NOT include price.

FACTOR 1 – TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS – EXPERIENCE OF THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR AND AE

FIRM, & KEY PERSONNEL

FACTOR 2 – GENERAL TECHNICAL APPROACH TO DESIGN-BUILD

FACTOR 3 – PAST PERFORMANCE

3. CONTENTS:

SF1442, block 19 & 20- Amendment Acknowledgement only and signature. Do NOT include price.

FACTOR 1 – TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS – EXPERIENCE OF THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR AND AE

FIRM, & KEY PERSONNEL

Submit the attached "Project Experience" form addressing specific experience aspects below for up to 3 relevant projects for the General Contractor, and up to 3 relevant projects for the AE, completed in the last 7 years. These projects may be the same for both the AE and GC, if they were previously teamed together (i.e. six different projects are not required). Submit separate forms for each project. NOTE: Submit the same projects for Past Performance (Factor 3) as submitted under this factor.

• Teaming Experience: Describe your experience as a prime contractor working with the proposed AE firm on the projects listed, if applicable.

• Wastewater Construction Experience: Describe experience in Wastewater Construction projects you completed on-time and within budget that are similar in scope, magnitude, and complexity to this solicitation.

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

• Designer of Record – Lead Designer

• Project Manager

• Superintendent

• On-site Quality Control Specialist

• On-site Safety Specialist

FACTOR 2 – GENERAL TECHNICAL APPROACH TO DESIGN-BUILD

Each Offeror must submit a written narrative (not to exceed 6 pages) concerning its approach to the Design-Build process. This written narrative should address the offeror’s design-build philosophy and design intent. This discussion of philosophy and design intent may include such topics as the parameters of an overall design philosophy; the Offeror’s approach to the challenge of public architecture and related issues; the role of the designer during construction, and commitment to integrated and sustainable design.

FACTOR 3 - PAST PERFORMANCE

Submit Past Performance information for the same projects submitted under Factor 1. using the attached Past Performance Questionnaire. Information may be regarding the offeror's firm and/or its proposed subcontractors performing key trades and 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

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Document Title GATE 291651, Design-Build for Rehabilitation of Floyd Bennett Field Wastewater Collection System at Jamaica Bay, Gateway National Recreation Area, New available, offerors may submit a Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) evaluation report in lieu of the Past Performance Questionnaire. Submittal process for the Past Performance Questionnaire is as follows:

1. Complete Sections I and II 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 address and point of contact in paragraph B above by the due date and time for proposal receipt.

2. Submit copies of the questionnaire that you forwarded to your references with their point of contact information in this proposal Volume I.

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.

End of Phase 1 – Technical Proposal Requirements.

F. PHASE II, VOLUME I TECHNICAL PROPOSAL

2. ORGANIZATION: Include folders and files for electronic formats named as follows:

FACTOR 1 – DESIGN CONCEPT

FACTOR 2 – KEY PERSONNEL

FACTOR 3 – SCHEDULE

FACTOR 4 – MANAGEMENT APPROACH

3. CONTENTS:

FACTOR 1 – DESIGN CONCEPT

Offeror shall submit the following:

1. Submission of a Final Concept: Offerors shall provide the information and generally follow the format and structure as set forth below. Describe how the Lead Designer’s design concept optimizes the integration of site, facility, systems, sustainability, to meet functional and operational objectives and achieve superior workspaces for employees.

Sections include the following:

Overall Design Approach Site Development Analysis Facility Design Analysis

For each Analysis, provide supporting Drawings, Narratives, and Calculations, as described below.

2. Betterments: The Offeror shall include a section entitled “Betterments” in their proposal. For purposes of this evaluation factor a “Betterment” is defined as any element, component or system, Document No.

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Document Title GATE 291651, Design-Build for Rehabilitation of Floyd Bennett Field Wastewater Collection System at Jamaica Bay, Gateway National Recreation Area, New which exceeds the minimum performance requirements set forth in the RFP and/or includes the addition of features or amenities that exceed the minimum Program of Requirements. Any Betterment not specifically identified by the Offeror in this section will not be evaluated. If the Offeror is not providing any Betterment, the Offeror must indicate “None” in this section of its submission. If Betterments are offered, they must:

meet or exceed the requirements specified in the RFP enhance the overall quality and performance of the project be clearly identified as Betterments in the proposal be identified by document and page reference to the minimum requirements to be exceeded state the higher performance standard that the Betterment will provide identify any potential conflicts between the Betterment and the minimum requirements state the anticipated benefit of any such Betterment (e.g., improved functionality)

DESIGN CONCEPTS SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

1. OVERALL DESIGN APPROACH

Narrative: Provide a narrative to highlight any features of the proposed design that improve quality and functionality of the project systems. Highlight how the proposed approach improves the constructability and maintainability of the systems and reduces project risk. The narrative will also demonstrate an understanding of the Government’s requirements. The narrative will describe the basic design intent of all systems, equipment and materials, followed by conceptual drawings, narratives, and calculations provided in subsequent sections.

Particular attention should be given to the following factors:

Site Development Analysis

Facility Design Analysis

Utility Systems Analysis

For each of the following Sections, describe the Offeror’s firm’s approach to meeting the requirements set forth in the RFP. Address the logic behind the proposed design, and the advantages and suitability of the proposed design concept. Provide drawings, narratives, models, and calculations as indicated.

2. SITE AND LANDSCAPE ANALYSIS

Drawings:

Site boundaries, approximate topography, existing buildings, setbacks, and easements Public roadway construction provisions Location of onsite and offsite utilities General topography, grading, drainage, storm water management features Sensitive areas preserved or impacted , , stormwater management, , and other environmental considerations.

General landscape design, showing location of major features Other site features and amenities

Narrative:

Site and landscape design approach Site security design approach Demolition Paving

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Landscape design Landscape maintenance concept Environmental compliance and/or mitigation measures and other environmental considerations.

3. FACILITY DESIGN ANALYSIS

Describe your approach to meeting the requirements set forth in the RFP with respect to the exterior and interior design. Address the logic behind the proposed layout, and the advantages and suitability of the proposed design concept. Include a design compatibility statement that addresses how the proposed design solution integrates with the surrounding area. Identify design features including, but not limited to, site materials, exterior building materials and interior building materials.

Architectural

Typical floor plan(s), showing at a minimum:

Work areas, equipment locations, Security features Typical Interior layouts showing:

Indicate how major mechanical and electrical equipment can be removed and replaced.

Elevations of major building facades, showing:

o Fenestration o Exterior materials o Cast shadows

Building sections, showing:

o Adequate space for structural, mechanical and electrical, telecommunications, and fire protection systems as described in POR o Adequate space for Material Handling equipment Floor-to-floor and other critical dimensions

Labeling of floor and roof elevations Other key architectural features

Finish Materials: A description of materials that reflects exterior materials, and typical interior finishes.

Architectural program requirements

Description of design concept Show in tabular form how the design concept meets the program requirements for each function Location and sizes of emergency generators

Physical Security approach

Structural

Typical framing and foundation plan(s) of the structural system

Identification of unusual local code requirements

Identification of other special requirements

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Historic Preservation

Existing conditions, describing:

Overall structure size, configuration, character Project location Existing original materials and design, relevant alterations Preservation design issues and prospective solutions, including:

Location of new work/installation: visibility, impact on historic finishes Compare options for preserving/restoring historic materials and design

Sketches or schematic CAD drawings (elevations, plans) showing preservation design concepts.

Civil

Existing conditions describing, size, infrastructure components (Lift station, sewage pipe, manhole ect.), and method of repair Potential areas with ground disturbance Spoils storage locations and stormwater pollution management Demolition Drawings Site layout with identified locations for repair or replacement

FACTOR 2 – KEY PERSONNEL

Resubmit the Key Personnel resumes provided under the Phase 1 proposal for all five positions. Provide a letter stating whether or not there have been any changes made to the Key Personnel team proposed under Phase 1.

If any changes have been made, please indicate which position has changed and provide a resume for the new person. There is no pre-printed form for this submittal.

FACTOR 3 – SCHEDULE

Submit your proposed design and construction schedule for THIS SPECIFIC PROJECT showing completion within the required period of performance contained in this solicitation with accompanying schedule narrative (not to exceed 5 pages). Submit your schedule in MS Project Gantt Chart format; for evaluation purposes only assume a Notice to Proceed date for design of October 3rd, 2022; 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.

FACTOR 4 – MANAGEMENT APPROACH

Management Approach is organizational structure and business processes to manage, control, and oversee your firm's operations. Submit a written narrative limited to six (6) pages describing your management approach to the

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Document Title GATE 291651, Design-Build for Rehabilitation of Floyd Bennett Field Wastewater Collection System at Jamaica Bay, Gateway National Recreation Area, New specific aspects below. Additional pages will not be evaluated. Pictures can be included and will count towards the page limitation. There is no preprinted form for this submittal.

• Organization Chart: Submit an organizational chart identifying the project team with major subcontractors, AE, and key personnel, identifying specific roles, responsibilities, and lines of authority.

• Owner & Regulatory Entity Coordination: Describe proposed coordination with the project owner

(National Park Service), and other (State, City, Local) regulatory entities to complete work within all parameters of the solicitation.

End of Phase 2, Volume I – Technical Proposal

G. PHASE 2, VOLUME II, PRICE PROPOSAL PRICE PROPOSAL (Phase 2 to be submitted at a later day by invitation only).

2. ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: In accordance with FAR 36.204, Disclosure of the magnitude of construction projects, the range for this project is $5M to $10M. The Government intends to fully utilize the available budget of $6.5M to design and construct this project. It is not the Government’s desire to minimize the budget amount at the expense of either quality, performance, or schedule

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

SF1442

AMENDMENTS

SECTION B PRICE SCHEDULE

SF 24 BID BOND

SECTION K REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

SUBCONTRACTING PERCENTAGE WORKSHEET

4. CONTENTS:

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.

AMENDMENTS: DO NOT acknowledgement amendments through FedConnect. Acknowledge all solicitation amendments using one of the methods set forth in Block 11 of Standard Form 30.

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

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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.

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.

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.

GENERAL REFERENCES: Complete and submit the attached "General References," form.

Information will be used in determining Responsibility pursuant to FAR 9.103.

SUBCONTRACTING PERCENTAGE WORKSHEET: Complete and submit the attached "Report on Limitation on Subcontracting" form. The form itself requests input of amounts paid; however, for solicitation purposes, input projected amounts based on your proposed pricing and that of your anticipated subcontractors. Refer to Clause 52.219-14 for associated information.

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