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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 11-16-2018 642-19-1-584-0005 N/A 00244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4

00244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24419R0008 11-07-2018

X X X X Project: Design and Install Fl oor and Dishwasher in Kitchen, 642-19-1-584-0005 The purpose of this amendment is to 1.

extend the solicitation date to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 28, 2018,

2. publish the meeting minutes, questions and answers from the site visit, 3. revise the Statement of Work dated 15 Nov 18 to include the CLC pages 6-17. The SOW changes are h ighlighted in red., 4 . remove shed and canopy references and replace with design and install floor and dishwasher in kitchen.

Everett E. Shaver, Jr Contracting Officer Dishwasher Floor Replacement Pre-Proposal Conference & Site Meeting Minutes 14 November 2018 Introduction:

Contracting Officer: Everett Shaver Contracting Specialist: Cheryl A. Roberts

Established rules of communication and the roles of the CO & COR:

All Q&As will be posted in an amendment.

Photos of the project site are allowed.

Solicitation was reviewed including highlights:

· NAICS Code: 236220 “Commercial and Institutional Building Construction”

· Size Standard: $36.5M

· Magnitude of Construction: Between $250,000-$500,000

· Type of Set Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Small Business (SDVOSB)

· CVE Certification required at time of proposals

· SAM registration required (including R&C)

· OSHA – EMR (Experience Modification Rate )

· Buy American Act – Construction materials

· LDs not included.

· GPS: NONE

· GFP: NONE

· Davis Bacon: YES, PA117 BUILDING,

· Brand Name Only Clauses: No

· Brand Name or Equal: Yes

· *typos on pages 10 and 11

Brief overview of project scope was provided by COR.

SIGN-IN SHEET ATTACHED.

Questions due by 12:00 (noon) November 15, 2018.

Revised: 15 Nov 2018

STATEMENT OF WORK

DESIGN AND INSTALL FLOOR AND DISHWASHER IN KITCHEN

CORPORAL MICHAEL J. CRESCENZ VA MEDICAL CENTER

PROJECT# 642-19-1-584-0005

This project consists of the Professional Design for the development of construction documents and Construction Services for the replacement of the kitchen floor including the dishwasher area. The dishwasher will have to be replaced with a rental for the duration of the floor replacement phase of this project.

The A/E Services required are for site survey and investigation, construction drawings, specifications, and construction period services. This work shall involve preparing the site location for a temporary portable dishwasher, 300 – 500 dishes per hour and preparing it for the connections needed for water and power. The A/E will need to design the replacement of tile and water proof the remainder of the main kitchen wet bed floor. As-build drawing will be provided for the existing location. The A/E will work with VA Project Management Staff to develop the necessary working drawings, phasing plans and specifications for full and complete construction of this project. Completed construction plans shall be stamped by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Pennsylvania.

All designs must, at a minimum, be in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local codes as well as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) publications (Master Construction Specifications, Space Criteria, Construction Standards, etc.). The floor replacement is to be installed in several phases to maintain the day to day operation of the kitchen. The following are proposed five phases, the contractor/ A/E shall investigate and modify as required and approved by the VA engineer and kitchen service:

Phase I Portable Dishwasher Set-up.

Provide labor and material necessary to upgrade floor Building #2 main Kitchen located on ground floor. As follows:

1. Provide and Install rental temporary portable dishwasher 300-500 dishes trailer. Place the building 2 loading Dock first bay next to kitchen door to the loading Dock.

2. Pipe the temporary rental dishwasher from ¾” hot and cold pipe located in trash room located in the loading dock (25 ft.).

3. Provide power for temporary rental dishwasher from EEK panel located in the kitchen approximately 150 FT from the loading dock. 220/480 Volt is available.

4. Connect temporary rental dishwasher to 4” drain line below the loading dock existing 4” drain. Approximately 150 FT.

5. Start up and test the rental dishwasher and demonstrate operation to kitchen staff. Provide emergency repair service for renal duration.

6. Provide and install ICRA wall and vacuum machine for floor demolition.

7. Disconnect, plumbing, electrical power from existing dishwasher, remove, protect and store dishwasher for future use.

8. Remove, protect and store dishwasher conveyer for future use.

9. Demolish/ remove floor tile, wet set concrete approximately 4” deep to, 1200 SQ FT.

10. Remove all floor drains total (4) in dishwasher room.

11. Install new water proof wet bed approximately 3”- 4” in lieu of the broken bed. Install new floor drains total (4) to match existing. Slope the wet bed floor to drain per plumbing code. Install dishwasher floor sink per the plumbing code.

12. Install new tile and base to match existing tile same color and thickness, Approximately 1200 SQ.FT.

13. Remove clogged drain pipes under the floor drains located outside the computer room in the subbasement Approximately 240 linear Feet of cast iron 4” drain pipe. Provide straight run for hot and cold water to the dishwasher to prevent tripping hazard.

14. After completion of the dishwasher room floor and concrete cure, bring and install the original stored dishwasher. Connect electricity, plumbing, test and start up. Install and Power the conveyer. Demonstrate to VA staff.

15. Install low and high pumper and repair damaged wall tile as needed

16. Disconnect and remove (electrical, plumbing, drains) the temporary dishwasher trailer. Restore the plumbing in the trash room and temporary used drain

17. Qualified mechanical contractors with similar experience in health care projects will be considered.

18. All work shall be performed during normal work hours 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. All water shut downs will be performed during premium time 8:00 PM to midnight or on weekends. The contractor shall consider two shut downs. One for disconnecting and one for reconnecting.

19. Job duration is 30 calendar days.

Phase II (13500 SF) Prep, Pot wash and HAC:

1. Coordinate all work with Plumbing foreman at 215-823-4127, for working in area, lock out tag out, starting and stopping kitchen equipment.

2. Build complete ICRA fire rated wall, sealed with negative pressure to the surroundings. Use the electrical room exist for working in this phase.

3. Remove kitchen equipment, store equipment in area designated by VA, protect equipment, and Remove floor wet bed approximately 3” in some areas, cove remove base. Control all dust to maintain the daily operation of kitchen.

4. Remove all floor drains, drains from equipment below floor in subbasement, replace all cast iron and galvanized piping.

5. Install new drains and new piping for equipment in this phase.

6. Submit cuts for tile to match new tile area around the steamers, submit cuts for drains and water proof system to VA engineer.

7. Install new ceiling tile

8. Install new tile, wet bed, water proof system MAPEI similar or equal to existing.

9. Reinstall equipment; reconnect piping, power, utilities. Test and restart equipment.

10. This phase work duration is 21 days.

11. All work shall be performed after the kitchen closes, 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

12. Replace ceiling tile with same.

13. Work in accordance with SK-1. Room # are listed.

Phase III and phase IV Tray Make up:

The contractor shall consider Phase II and Phase III as two separate phases. The area was divided to two phases to maintain the operation in the kitchen.

1. Coordinate all work with Plumbing foreman at 215-823-4127, for working in area, lock out tag out, starting and stopping kitchen equipment.

2. Build complete ICRA fire rated wall, sealed with negative pressure to the surroundings. Use the electrical room exist for working in this phase.

3. Remove kitchen equipment, store equipment in area designated by VA, protect equipment, and Remove floor wet bed approximately 3” in some areas, cove remove base. Control all dust to maintain the daily operation of kitchen.

4. Remove all floor drains, drains from equipment below floor in subbasement, replace all cast iron and galvanized piping.

5. Install new drains and new piping for equipment in this phase.

6. Submit cuts for tile to match new tile area around the steamers, submit cuts for drains and water proof system to VA engineer.

7. Install new tile, wet bed, water proof system MAPEI similar or equal to existing.

8. Replace ceiling tile with same.

9. Reinstall equipment; reconnect piping, power, utilities. Test and restart equipment.

10. This phase work duration is 30 days.

11. All work shall be performed after the kitchen closes, 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

12. Work in accordance with SK-1. Room # ‘s are listed on drawing

Phase V Corridors CB2-16 and CB2-15

13. Build complete ICRA fire rated wall, sealed with negative pressure to the surroundings. Use the electrical room exist for working in this phase.

14. Remove kitchen equipment, store equipment in area designated by VA, protect equipment, and Remove floor wet bed approximately 3” in some areas, cove remove base. Control all dust to maintain the daily operation of kitchen.

15. Remove all floor drains, Install new drains.

16. Submit cuts for tile to match new tile area around the steamers, submit cuts for drains and water proof system to VA engineer.

17. Install new tile, wet bed, water proof system MAPEI similar or equal to existing.

18. Replace ceiling tile with same

19. Reinstall equipment; reconnect piping, power, utilities. Test and restart equipment.

20. This phase work duration is 3 days.

21. All work shall be performed after the kitchen closes, 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

22. Work in accordance with SK-1.

23. The contractor shall maintain access in this area all time during kitchen operation. The contractor has option to divide the Corridor or finish it in one night.

Phase VI Corridor CB2-17

24. Coordinate all work with Plumbing foreman at 215-823-4127, for working in area, lock out tag out, starting and stopping kitchen equipment.

25. Build complete ICRA fire rated wall, sealed with negative pressure to the surroundings. Use the electrical room exist for working in this phase.

26. Remove kitchen equipment, store equipment in area designated by VA, protect equipment, and Remove floor wet bed approximately 3” in some areas, cove remove base. Control all dust to maintain the daily operation of kitchen.

27. Remove all floor drains.

28. Install new drains in this phase.

29. Submit cuts for tile to match new tile area around the steamers, submit cuts for drains and water proof system to VA engineer.

30. Install new tile, wet bed, water proof system MAPEI similar or equal to existing.

31. Replace ceiling tile with same.

32. Reinstall equipment; reconnect piping, power, utilities. Test and restart equipment.

33. This phase work duration is 3 days.

34. All work shall be performed after the kitchen closes, 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

35. Work in accordance with SK-1. Room # listed on drawings

36. The contractor shall maintain access in this area in this phase during kitchen operation. The contractor has the option of dividing the corridor or finishing it in one day.

37. Qualified contracting with kitchen, plumbing and tile work experience will be considered.

38. Total job duration is 150 calendar days.

39. The contractor shall match existing tile, color, size and grout color.

Phase VII

· Replace the dishwasher at the CLC kitchen.

· Modify all piping in accordance with new dishwasher.

· Repair damaged wall tile as needed.

· Install new wall pumper, in bottom and 36” high

Note: the dishwashers will be supplied and installed by the VA

1. Design Build Solicitation This project will be solicited as a firm fixed price best value contract. The solicitation will be conducted as a two phase design build in accordance with FAR 36.3. The A/E and construction contractor team shall be required to submit information in two phases.

A. Under Phase I of the solicitation the contractor Design-Build Team shall be required to submit detailed information on the following as explained later in the solicitation:

a) Technical approach

b) Specialized experience and technical competence

c) Capability to perform

d) Past performance The factors are of equal weight of importance, and an overall rating shall be assigned.

The following information/documentation is required as part of the offeror’s Phase I proposal:

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS for Phase I: Interested firms having the capabilities to perform this work shall submit one (1) hard copy along with one (1) electronic (CD) copy. Submissions by electronic means are NOT permitted. All questions are to be sent to the attention of Cheryl.Roberts2@va.gov . Additionally, the submission shall include an insert detailing the following information:

1. Dun & Bradstreet Number

2. Tax ID Number

3. The e-mail address and phone number of the Primary Point of Contact

4. A printed copy of the firm’s VetBiz Registry

5. Certification of OSHA and EPA violations

6. EMR Rating

7. Contractor shall provide detailed information for each of the following factors that the Government will evaluate. Information shall be presented in a manner that highlights your firm’s capabilities in meeting the specific areas that are listed under each evaluation factor. Detailed information of Phase I:

a) Technical Approach – provide design and construction approach; roles and responsibilities; quality control policies and standards; scheduling methodology; and considerations for fast tracking.

b) Specialized Experience and Technical Competence to include general renovations; number and duties of proposed staff; addressing function, responsibilities and authorities of key personnel designing and constructing dishwasher installation requirements.

c) Past Performance of at least three but no more than five projects similar in size and scope.

This information will then be evaluated and the Government shall select the three most highly qualified offerors. The Contracting Officer will then issue a Request For Proposal to the three most highly qualified offerors to provide the information per Phase II of the solicitation.

B. Under Phase II of the solicitation the contractor Design-Build Team shall be required to submit the following as detailed later in the solicitation:

a) Schematic Design Concept/Proposed Technical Solution

b) Construction Management

c) Management Capability

d) Pricing (Will be a separate package) The non-price factors a) and b) are equal in importance, and when combined are significantly more important than c) price.

The following information/documentation is required as part of the offeror’s Phase II proposal:

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS for Phase II: The three most highly qualified offerors shall submit one (1) hard copy along with one (1) electronic (CD) copy. Submissions by electronic means are NOT permitted. All questions are to be sent to the attention of Cheryl.Roberts2@va.gov . Additionally, the submission must include an insert detailing the following information:

a) Schematic Design Concept/Proposed Technical Solution

b) Construction Management

c) Schedule

d) Pricing with a detail price breakdown by division (Will be a separate package)

e) Bond guarantee executed on Standard Form SF 24 in an amount not less than 20 percent of the proposed price but shall not exceed $500,000. Failure to furnish the required guarantee on the proper form (SF 24), shall require rejection of a proposal as unacceptable except those listed in FAR 28.101-4, and may be cause for rejection.

This information will then be evaluated and the offeror evaluated as representing the best value to the Government shall be awarded the contract.

2. Phase I Rating Guidance:

There are four (4) non-priced evaluation factors for Phase I. There are three (3) technical and one past performance. Each factor will receive a rating with an overall total rating established for Phase I.

Phase I Evaluation Factors The factors are of equal weight of importance

1) Technical Approach:

This factor evaluates how the individual offeror will approach the design and construction of this project. The offeror shall provide detailed information addressing the organization and the roles and responsibilities of the various sub-contractors for both the design and construction. Offeror shall also provide adequate detail on the offeror’s policy with regard to Quality Control (QC) and how the offeror intends to achieve this standard on the project. The offeror is to provide the scheduling methodology and demonstrate an understanding of its limitation and success. The offeror shall also include considerations of “Fast Track” construction whereby preliminary site construction activities can begin prior to the completion of the accepted 100% design documents

2) Specialized Experience and Technical Competence:

This factor evaluates the experience of the construction firm and design team in completing projects requiring skills similar to those anticipated for this contract. This includes preparing the site for a new structure, carpentry, metal work, and electrical services for the area to allow for the design and installation of floor and dishwasher. This factor also evaluates offeror’s number of personnel and the duties of proposed technical staff to determine if offeror has the ability to manage project within the area of consideration without significant difficulty. Offeror should adequately address functions, responsibilities and authorities for performing such duties as overall project management, site superintendence, quality control, safety, administration and in-house trade capabilities. Offeror shall provide a minimum of three (3) project examples of the type that best represents the proposed Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center design and install floor and dishwasher replacement project.

3) Capability to Perform:

This factor evaluates the ability of the Construction firm to perform given their current projected workload and the availability of their key personnel, to accomplish the project in the required time.

4) Past Performance The Past Performance proposal evaluation will consider such things as an offeror's business practices, quality, customer relationship, and ability to successfully perform as proposed and other considerations considering currency, relevancy, sources, context, and trends. Past Performance includes current on-going (present) performance.

To conduct the performance risk assessment, the Government may use data provided by the offeror, and data obtained from other sources. An offeror with no Past Performance may receive a rating based on the evaluation of its predecessor companies, key personnel, and/or subcontractors. These ratings may have the same weight as the ratings of the proposing company. If such information is not applicable (i.e., the offeror does not have a predecessor company, key personnel or subcontractors with relevant experience), the offeror shall be evaluated as "Neutral”. However, the proposal of an offeror with no relevant Past Performance history, while rated ”Neutral” in Past Performance, may not represent the most advantageous proposal to the Government. For the purpose of this solicitation, currency is performance occurring within the last five years through the solicitation release date. Within this period, performance occurring later in the period may have greater significance than work occurring earlier in the period. For example, performance information for work occurring during 2017 may have greater importance than performance information for work occurring during 2014. In assessing relevancy, the Government may evaluate an offeror's references for similarity of the construction methods to the scope of this solicitation, (multi-discipline or specialized area), scope/type of contracts/projects, cost magnitude of projects as it relates to price. Performance on managing multiple multi-disciplined projects at one time may also be considered.

3. Phase II Rating Guidance:

There are three (3) non-priced evaluation factors and one (1) price evaluation factor for Phase II of the solicitation.

Phase II Evaluation Factors The following factors are equal in importance, and when combined are significantly more important than price.

1) Schematic Design Concept/Proposed Technical Solution:

This factor evaluates the offers schematic design based on functional layout and efficiency in design.

2) Construction Management:

This factor evaluates the individual experience of the persons that are to be assigned to this project and the coordination of the efforts of all personnel to comply with the requirement. This includes the quality control plan and safety plan/certifications.

3) Scheduling:

This factor evaluates the proposed project schedule, including bar chart meeting or exceeding the performance period identified in the Scope of Work.

4) Price Evaluation:

The Contracting Officer shall determine price as fair and reasonable per FAR 15.404-1(b)(2)(i). The Contracting Officer may consider value analysis of relative worth of a product or approach as a benefit for the Government in conjunction with price analysis.

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EVALUATION CRITERIA FOR AWARD

This section of the solicitation outlines the competitive source selection process which will result in one (1) award to an eligible Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concern. The selection process is structured based on a two phase Design-Build selection process in accordance with FAR Subpart 36.3. In addition, the evaluation incorporates the procedures in FAR Subpart 15.1 utilizing a “Best Value” source selection process with the option of a trade-off strategy for all non-cost/non-price evaluation factors. The Government intends to award, without discussions to the offeror deemed responsible in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 9.1 and FAR 52.215-1. The offeror’s proposal must conform to the solicitation requirements and be judged to represent a “Best Value” to the Government. The “Best Value” is the most advantageous offer, design concepts, proposed technical solutions, key personnel, construction management and price considered and consistent with the Government's stated importance of evaluation criteria. THE GOVERNMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AWARD TO OTHER THAN THE LOW PRICED OFFERORS. This may result in award being made to a higher-rated, higher-priced offeror where the Contracting Officer determines that an offeror's proposal offers a “Best Value” that outweighs the price difference. To arrive at a best value decision, an integrated assessment between all non-cost/non-price evaluation factors and price will be conducted.

Phase one 1 of the selection process includes the receipt of offers from all interested firms eligible to receive an award set-aside exclusively for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business(SDVOSB) concerns. NO PRICING INFORMATION SHALL BE SUBMITTED DURING THIS PHASE 1 PROCESS. The Phase 1 evaluation will consist of a review and evaluation of each offer against the Phase 1 evaluation factors. Thereafter, proposals shall be rated and the three (3) most highly rated offers shall be selected to participate in the Phase 2 of this process. All offers not selected to participate in Phase 2 shall be notified that no further consideration of their proposal will be given.

The Phase 2 evaluation process will exist amongst the three (3) most highly rated offers selected from Phase 1. The Phase 2 proposals shall be submitted in two parts: Volume 1-Technical Proposal and Volume 2-Price Proposal. The Phase 2 evaluation process will consist of an in depth review of an offeror’s technical approach, as well as an examination of the offeror’s response to each evaluation criteria as compared to the solicitation requirements. In the final selection, proposals will be rated based on an offeror’s demonstration of technical understanding by the thoroughness, soundness, comprehensiveness and price reasonableness of its technical approach.

PHASE 1 EVALUATION FACTORS

Offerors shall be evaluated according to the following evaluation factors for Phase 1:

i. Technical approach to performing the work as outlined in the Scope of Work.

ii. Specialized experience of the A/E in designing similarly scoped projects.

iii. Experience of contractor team in designing and installing floor and dishwasher construction projects.

Phase 1-The Phase 1 evaluation will result in the selection of the three (3) most highly rated offers for participation and proposal submission in the Phase 2 process. During the Phase 1 evaluation process only technical evaluation factors will be considered. No consideration of pricing will occur during this phase. The evaluation factors under consideration for Phase 1 are listed below, and will be evaluated as Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Marginal and Unsatisfactory.

Factor 1: Technical Approach a.) Offerors shall provide a written narrative approach proposed to accomplish the statement of work. Discussion of the technical approach shall contain explanations of proposed approaches to performing and accomplishing the work.

b.) Include as part of the narrative a statement of any problems anticipated in accomplishing the work and an evaluation of the various methods considered for resolving the problems/difficulties c.) Include a proposed project plan which outlines the work to be accomplished to include a start/completion schedule.

d.) Offeror shall include the extent of anticipated subcontracting together with a list of work to be subcontracted.

Factor 2: Specialized Experience and Technical Competence Offeror shall describe their specialized experience and technical competence in working in a hospital or medical center environment. Information provided under this section shall include the specialized experience and technical competence of key personnel proposed for this project to include both Design and Construction Period services. Offerors shall also describe the resources that will be applied to this project and describe the unique capability they offer to the VA. Offer shall describe the areas of work that will be subcontracted to specialty contractors.

Factor 3: Capability to Perform:

Demonstrates in detail their current projected workload and the availability of their key personnel that shall ensure all contractual requirements will be completed on time.

Factor 4: Previous Experience/Past Performance Offerors shall describe a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5) completed Design/Build projects within the past 5 years, where the work occurred in a hospital or medical office setting. The projects listed under this factor shall be similar in scope and complexity as the subject project (Design and Install Floor and Dishwasher). Information listed under this factor must be completed projects. Projects listed under this factor that are not completed will seriously affect the rating of the offer. The following format must be followed in providing Previous Experience/Past Performance information:

a. Government Agency/Company which awarded contract to offeror

b. Contract Number

c. Complete Description of Contract Scope

d. Total Dollar Value

e. Performance Period

f. Place of Performance

g. Contracting Officer/Procurement Official

i. Name

ii. Email

iii. Phone Number

iv. Address ****NOTICE: ONLY VENDORS IDENTIFIED WITHIN THE COMPETITIVE RANGE FROM PHASE ONE, WILL BE EVALUATED USING PHASE 2 EVALUATION FACTORS AND CRITERIA LISTED BELOW**** PRICE TO BE INCLUDED AS A SEPARATE PACKGE**** When combined all non-cost/non-price evaluation factors are significantly more important than price, and may be used as a tradeoff for a higher rated higher priced technical proposal.

PHASE 2 EVALUATION FACTORS

Technical proposals for Phase 2 shall be evaluated according to the following evaluation factors:

1. Schematic design concept/Proposed technical solution.

2. Construction Management

3. Ability to complete all design services within 40 days of receipt of Notice to Proceed and all construction activities within 120 days of design approval.

Phase 2- The Phase II proposals shall be submitted in two parts: Volume 1-Technical Proposal and Volume 2-Price Proposal. Evaluators will initially be provided only the technical proposal of the offerors selected for participation in Phase 2. Following completion of the technical evaluation, the SSEB will be provided pricing information for further consideration. An integrated assessment of design concept/proposed technical solution, construction management, key personnel, capability to perform and price will be conducted, and the results ranked. A trade-off may occur, if the Contracting Officer determines that an offeror's proposal offers a “Best Value” that outweighs a higher price.

The “Best Value” is the most advantageous offer, design concept/proposed technical solutions, construction management, key personnel, capability to perform and price considered and consistent with the Government's stated importance of evaluation criteria. The evaluation factors under consideration for Phase 2 are listed below, and will be evaluated as Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Marginal and Unsatisfactory.

The Phase II evaluation factors are:

Factor 1: Design Concepts/Proposed Technical Solutions

0. Offerors shall provide a detailed approach proposed to accomplish the statement of work. Discussion of the technical approach shall contain explanations of proposed approaches to performing and accomplishing the work including communications, quality control, cost controls, review/oversights, inspections, safety and infection control.

0. Discuss in detail problems anticipated in accomplishing the work and an evaluation of the various methods considered for resolving the problems/difficulties

0. Include a proposed project plan which outlines the work to be accomplished to include a start/completion schedule, based on a Notice to Proceed dated October 1, 2016. Offeror shall submit a complete schedule that will include the design period through construction period services.

0. Offeror shall include the extent of anticipated subcontracting together with a list of work to be subcontracted.

0. The offeror shall submit conceptual drawings, renderings, product data sheets, one-line diagrams, etc.

Factor 2: Construction Management

0. Sub-factor : Coordination of Contract Work Provide and describe where your company engaged in special coordination (involving multiple trades) of installation timeliness. In addition to the previously stated information for this factor, the following information must be provided with your response to this factor:

0. Government Agency/Company which awarded contract to offeror

0. Contract Number

0. Complete Description of Contract Scope

0. Total Dollar Value

0. Performance Period

0. Place of Performance

0. Contracting Officer/Procurement Official

0. Name

0. Email

0. Phone Number

0. Sub-factor: Quality Control & Risk Assessment Offeror must submit a written plan which demonstrates the ability to

0. Complete the project and all requirements within the contract terms and conditions.

0. Demonstrates techniques for maintain quality control for workmanship, material, and work progress.

0. Demonstrates in detail office procedures that ensure all contractual requirements will be completed on time and all written documents and records (e.g., payrolls, daily logs, submittals, insurance certificates, payments, change orders, supplemental agreements, correspondence, etc.) are easily accessible.

0. Demonstrates techniques for work coordination with Subcontractors. Describe what is in place to monitor performance of Subcontractors and guarantee performance. Describe how contract requirements flow down to the lowest level of Subcontractor.

0. Demonstrates in detail a written Risk Assessment on this project to include an understanding of the site conditions and plans to deal with varying elements and factors affecting the work (e.g, weather, local obstacles, public access and other conditions, inflation, cost of fuel, length of contract performance as it relates to offering a firm-fixed-price without the ability to make inflationary adjustments). The Risk Assessment shall include what contingencies are being anticipated and what plans are proposed to address them.

0. Sub-factor: Safety Procedures Offeror must submit a complete Safety Plan which describes the following:

1. methods to be used to ensure that an OSHA certified Competent Person will maintain a presence at the work site whenever work is being done

1. methods to be used to ensure all workers shall have received the required minimum 10-hour OSHA training (See General Requirements 010000)

1. Measures to be taken to protect VA Patients, Personnel, Visitors, and the General Public under this contract.

1. Measures to be taken to provide security to the construction area to protect from theft and vandalism, and unauthorized entry.

1. Their continuing education program(s) for personnel assigned to perform services under this contract.

1. Their current insurance Experience Modification Rate and discuss their experience with on-the-job injuries during the last two calendar years.

1. Knowledge of and experience with the American Society of Healthcare Engineer’s (ASHE) Healthcare Contractor Certification Program.

1. Familiarity with Healthcare Construction, along with applicable JCAHO standards, AIA guidelines, ASHRAE guidelines, EPA IAQ guidelines, and CDC guidelines.

Factor 3: Must demonstrate the ability to complete the project within 160 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

Provide a schedule to meet the criteria of all design services within 40 days of receipt of Notice to Proceed and all construction activities within 120 days of design approval.

Question/Answers & Clarifications

CLC dishwasher is not included in scope, which has since been added.

Q. Replace existing dishwasher only?

Answer: The dishwashers are supplied by the VA and installed by the VA supplier

Q. No floor work, no tile replacement?

Answer: No floor

Q, Are we using existing drain connections?

Answer: Yes

Q. Does the new dishwasher have connections that will fit into existing conditions?

Answer: The dishwasher supply will install the dishwashers in both locations.

Main Kitchen Building 2

Q. During walk thru some storage/office rooms were added as we walked. For bidding correctly, can the VA provide the exact room numbers for all the side rooms that they want the floor replaced?

Answer: The contractor needs to read the work statement and drawings. The room #'s are shown on drawings.

Q. Existing wall conditions- Where the cove base tile meets the wall, the wall tile is damaged in different areas, will we replace wall tile and if so, how high do we go, and in what locations?

Answer: The contractor is required to repair damaged tile on wall as needed in both dishwasher rooms

Q. In dishwasher room, cart bumpers were added in the clean dish storage room B2B139. Do we install bumper as the same in the kitchen area, which is where the base cove meets the wall tile?

Answer: Same pumper one above the cove base and one 36" from floor only in the dishwasher rooms

Q. No electrical or communications rooms are having floor replaced? If so this would include Rooms labeled E.C., Tel Clo, and H.A.C. Room numbers are not clear to read on plan.

Answer: No floor in electrical closet .No floor in Tele. Closet, No floor in Bathrooms, Yes replace floor in HAC closet.

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