FAQs_for_RFQ_140P8319Q0051.pdf

Upgrade water system components, Nez Perce NHP, near Lapwai ID

Request for Quotations #140P8319Q0051 FAQs for Prospective Quoters

This document emphasizes information in the Request for Quotations (RFQ) and is provided solely for the convenience of prospective quoters; detailed requirements are in the RFQ (hyperlinked at FBO as filename starting with SOL). If there are conflicts between this document and the RFQ, the RFQ verbiage governs.

Project summary: Demolition and replacement of the existing water treatment system, chemical injection system, and other appurtenances that support the water treatment system in accordance with the attached construction specifications and drawings.

Where is the project and how do I get there?

This project is located north of Lapwai, Idaho, at the Spalding visitor center of Nez Perce National Historical Park (NHP). Information about the park is at www.NPS.gov/NEPE.

Will there be a site visit?

Yes, on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at 10:00 am. Details are in Section L of the RFQ.

Attendance at the site visit is strongly encouraged (not mandatory). Requests for individual hosted site visits will not be honored. RSVP to Paul_Lockhart@nps.gov.

When will the work occur?

The contractor will have 120 days after issuance of the notice to proceed (NTP) to bring the project to substantial completion and we anticipate issuing the NTP in mid-September, 2019.

Refer to Section F of the RFQ.

Who can participate in this procurement?

This procurement is set-aside for small business concerns in accordance with FAR Part 19.5.

The NAICS code is 237110, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. To qualify as a small business under this NAICS code, the firm must be organized as for-profit, with average annual gross revenue for the past three years under $36.5 million.

What types of bonds and insurance will be required?

Performance bond: 100% of awarded price if >$150,000.

Payment protection: 100% of awarded price.

Liability and worker’s compensation insurance: Refer to Section I.

Bid bond (offer guarantee): Not required.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

Olympic Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO)

810 State Route 20 Sedro-Woolley WA 98284

360-854-7220 phone 360-856-1934 fax

FAQs

What type of contract will be issued?

NPS plans to award one firm-fixed-price contract for the work.

On what basis will you select the successful quoter?

Quotes received by the Government will be evaluated using the Simplified Acquisition Procedures in FAR Part 13. NPS will select the single quote that represents the best overall value to the government based on price, technical, and past performance factors. Review the instructions and list of quotation contents in the RFQ before submitting your quote.

System for Award Management (SAM) Registration Requirements The System for Award Management (SAM) is an official U.S. Government database of entities wishing to do business with the federal government. There is no fee to register at this site. Prior to the solicitation closing date, all quoters must establish and/or maintain an active registration and complete the online representations and certifications at www.SAM.gov.

Where and how do I submit my quote?

Your quote must be submitted electronically. Refer to the RFQ for detailed instructions, including e-mailing address and acceptable electronic file types and size limitations. Quotes transmitted on paper (delivered, mailed, or faxed) are not authorized and will not be considered.

When is my quote due?

Unless changed by amendment, your quote is due by the date and time specified in Block 13 of the Standard Form 1442. If the due date is extended, the new due date and time will be stated in the associated amendment.

How will I know if the solicitation has changed?

The official electronic Request for Quotations (RFQ) is posted at www.FBO.gov.

Prospective quoters will be required to visit this website periodically to check for amendments and other changes to the contract documents; no other notifications will be sent.

No hard copies of the solicitation will be mailed or issued. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

Information Concerning the Disclosure of Results This acquisition is being conducted using the procedures prescribed in FAR Part 13. After the RFQ closing date, no information regarding the identity of those submitting quotes, the number of quotes received, or the information contained in quotes will made available until after award, except as provided by FAR 13.

How can I get more information?

Read the full Request for Quotations and related attachments first. If you have questions, send an e-mail message to the Contracting Officer at sarah_welch@nps.gov. Answers will be provided in writing to the requester (if the answer is within the RFQ already) or provided in amendment(s) to the solicitation.