FAQs for RFP 140P8320R0003.pdf

Replace large on-site septic system, Hurricane Ridge visitor center, Olympic NP

Request for Proposals #140P8320R0003 FAQs for Prospective Offerors

This document emphasizes information in the Request for Proposals (RFP) and is provided solely for the convenience of prospective offerors - if there are conflicts between this document and the RFP, the RFP verbiage governs. Detailed requirements are in the solicitation (hyperlinked as filename starting with SOL). The full RFP consists of Sections A through M (SF1442, clauses, and provisions) and attachments (design-build project scope, supporting documents, and wage determination).

Project summary: Rehabilitate the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center Large Onsite Sewage System (LOSS) in accordance with the attached construction specifications and drawings. This project includes preparation of the final design as well as construction of the LOSS. The new system must meet Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 246-272B Large On-site Sewage System Regulations for the State of Washington.

Estimated contract value: The estimated magnitude of construction is between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000. Offerors are advised this range is per FAR 36.204 and is not the Government’s estimate.

Where is the project?

Adjacent to the Hurricane Ridge visitor center of Olympic National Park, Washington. This site is approximately 20 miles south of Port Angeles WA, at ~5,200 feet elevation. Information about the site is at www.NPS.gov/olym/planyourvisit/hurricane-ridge-area-brochure.htm

Will there be an organized site visit?

Yes, at 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 30, dependent upon favorable weather and winter snow conditions.

Because the existing and future drainfield areas will be under snow, the site visit will be of the building with a focus on the electrical aspects of the contract. Details are in Section L of the solicitation.

When will the work occur?

The contractor will have 200 days after contract award to bring the project to substantial completion. The design phase will occur approximately March through May, with construction to commence after approval of 100% construction documents once site and road conditions allow. On-site construction window is expected to be July and August, 2020. Refer to Section F of the RFP and Attachment 1, Design-Build Project Scope.

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 five years under $39.5 million.

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 http://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/hurricane-ridge-area-brochure.htm

FAQs

What types of bonds and insurance will be required?

Performance bond: 100% of awarded price.

Payment bond: 100% of awarded price.

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

Bid bond (offer guarantee): 20% of offered price.

What type of contract will be issued?

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

On what basis will you select the successful offeror?

Proposals received by the Government will be evaluated using the evaluation factors in Section M and the procedures in FAR Part 15. NPS will select the single proposal that represents the best overall value to the government based on price, technical, and past performance factors. Review the instructions and list of proposal contents in the RFP before submitting your proposal.

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 offerors 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 proposal?

Your offer will have two components: proposal and offer guarantee [bid bond]. The proposal must be submitted electronically, while the offer guarantee [bid bond] must be delivered to the Contracting Officer as an original paper SF-24, properly embossed and signed. Refer to Section L for detailed instructions, including mailing and e-mailing addresses, acceptable electronic file types, size limitations, and how timeliness of these components will be evaluated.

When is my proposal due?

Proposals are due by the date and time specified in Block 13 of the Standard Form 1442 or as stated in the most recent amendment’s SF30. Note that the time shown in the General Information section of beta.SAM.gov is wrong; it always shows time due as 11:59pm EST. Offers received after the time stated in the SF1442 or SF30 but before 11:59pm EST that day are late and will be handled per FAR 15.208.

How will I know if the solicitation has changed?

The official electronic Request for Proposals (RFP) is posted at www.beta.SAM.gov. Prospective offerors 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.

How can I get more information?

Read the full RFP 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 RFP already) or provided in amendment(s) to the solicitation. Refer to Section L.1 in the RFP.

Information Concerning the Disclosure of Results This acquisition is being conducted under the provisions of FAR Part 15 as a negotiated procurement. In accordance with FAR 3.104 and FAR 15.207, after receipt of proposals, no information regarding the identity of offerors, the number of offers received, or the information contained in such offers will made available until after award except as provided by FAR 15.503.