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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 548-22-147 36C248 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) 8875 Hidden River Parkway Tampa FL 33637 36C248 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) 8875 Hidden River Parkway Tampa FL 33637 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24822R0104 09/02/2022

X X X

X This Amendment is to:

A. Answer questions posed by potential offerors.

B. Make changes to the SOW and Instructions to Offerors.

C. Clarify Proposal Due Date. Proposals are due 09/09/2022 at 10:00AM.

Stacy Figlinski Contracting Officer

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Contractor’s Inquiry RFQ No. 36C24822R0104

On beta/SAMs you have the bid date at Sept. 9th but in the solicitation, it states Sept. 8th?

I have corrected this in the amendment. Proposals Due: 09/09/2022 at 10:00AM

Please see VAAR 852.219-77 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION) included in the contract. Per VAAR 852.219-77 (a) (1) (ii) General construction. In the case of a contract for general construction, the contractor will not pay more than 85% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-10 or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-11. Any work that a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 85% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.

A.1 SOW

1) Background

a) The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center strives to support both patents and staff in a health care setting. Protection of patient’s visitor’s and staff’s health risks associated with the environment and construction activities is the highest priority.

b) Building 10 has 10,000 sq ft (approx.) of roof with a solar panel system on it that leaks creating issues. A study was done on this roof and the solar system to determine its condition and found that the solar system should be removed and abandoned. It was not cost effective to re-install or re-use. The roof was also deemed to be replaced completely including the gutter system to mitigate the leaking issues.

c) This is a construction project where the contractor will provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and construction services necessary for materials and construction services of the project described below. The area of work is shown in Appendix A. All proposals are to provide complete construction and services for this project.

d) Contractor shall have a General Contractors License in good standing.

2) Scope of Work

a) Disconnect and remove, discard and haul away the existing solar panel system currently attached to the roof. Remove all conduits, supports and panels associated with the Solar System and repair all damaged areas in kind. Contractor is responsible to follow all applicable codes necessary for the disposal of the solar equipment and provide a certification of proper disposal.

b) Remove all (Approx. 200 LF) of existing water gutter. Replace with new Gutter system to tie into existing down spouts.

c) Remove, replace and install a completely new standing seem roofing system. Approx. 10,000 sq. ft of 24 gauge Standing seam galvalume material including flashing. All materials and construction shall comply with Florida Hurricane and VA code requirements.

d) Care shall be taken to protect the insulating materials below the standing seam roof. Insulation needs to be inspected before it is re-covered.

e) Patch, paint, and re-plaster if needed on existing parapet wall after demo of existing roof / solar system and install of the new roof system.

f) Remove existing lightning protection and top cap of parapet wall, install new top cap and reinstall, reconnect the existing lightning protection. Approx. length of top cap is 400 LF.

g) New roofing system to meet all South Florida Hurricane Standards, Florida Building Code 2020, and VA specifications.

h) Contractor is responsible for protection of all existing contents of the building.

i) Contractor is responsible for removal of all debris. Contractor is responsible to follow all applicable codes for debris removal and disposal. All dumpsters are provided by the contractor.

h) Contractor is responsible for the tools, labor, materials, lifts, ladders and safety equipment necessary to complete the project.

i) Contractor is responsible for providing daily cleanup of site.

3) Phasing of the Work

a) The contractor will be required to provide the Contracting Officer a comprehensive phasing plan to perform this contract. A two week notice to the Contracting Officer will need to be approved prior to any changes affecting the schedule. A two-week notice is also required for any closures, disruptions installation, etc that will impact normal daily operations such as crane work and blocking off areas. This information is critical to the successful operation and coordination of this contract.

4) Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements

a) The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass on or adjacent to the work site and which do not interfere with the work required under this contract. If any limbs are branches are broken during the contract performance by careless operation of equipment or employees, the contractor shall clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound approved by the COR. The Contractor shall protect from all damage of improvements and utilities at or near the work site and on adjacent property including those that are the property of a third party from failure to comply with the requirements and reasonable care while performing the work.

b) The contractor shall under regulations prescribed by the Contracting Officer to use only the established approved roadways.

c) When materials or equipment are transported, vehicles must not exceed loading capacity recommended by manufacturer and local or state laws to include the load limit on the upper parking garage deck.

d) When it is necessary for the contractor to cross curbs or sidewalks the contractor shall protect them from damage.

e) It is the responsibility of the contractor to repair suitably or replace all damaged property due to contractors’ negligence.

5) Safety

a) Contractors’ personnel are required to have completed up to date OSHA-approved 10-hour construction worker course. The onsite general superintendent/supervisor is required to have completed up to date 30-hour OSHA-approved construction course prior to working on site.

b) Contractor to provide the Contracting Officer with a copy of the OSHA certificates prior to executing work for the Veterans Administration. In addition, Contractor shall provide submittals for contract construction or renovation work which includes the names, qualifications, and training dates for Contractors Competent Persons (CP), who has been designated to administer the site-specific safety program as well as the CP for all other activities as required by OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1926.32 (such as scaffolds, cranes, etc. The VA’s CP does not take the place of Contractors CP nor act in its behalf. The VA CP determines if the Contractor is meeting the VA standards and contractual requirements for safety and OSHA compliance. When these standards and contract requirements are not being met, the VA COR and or CP will take immediate action to prevent injury, non- compliance, and or property damage and the Contracting Officer will be notified immediately. The Contractor shall submit an Activity Hazard Analysis and an Accident Prevention Plan as per FAR 52.236-13 prior to commencement of site activities. The government Shall have 21 calendar days to review the AHA and APP. Contractor is to provide Safety personnel (flagman), safety signs, cones, etc. during any activity within the of the normal traffic pattern or when deemed necessary by the COR.

c) Contractor employees shall be required to maintain appearance including a shirt bearing a company logo.

d) Contractor to adhere to the latest COVID precautions as directed by the VA Medical Center West Palm Beach.

6) Locations of Work

a) See Site Map, Appendix A.

7) Site Investigation

a) A physical survey of the site shall be conducted.

b) Any available information relative to existing conditions at the site of the construction will be furnished to the contractor.

8) Codes, Standards and Executive Orders

a) The Public Buildings Amendment Act of 1988, Public Law (Pub. L.) 100-678 requires Federal agencies to follow national recognized "model" building codes. The VA has adopted the latest edition of the following codes and standards as a minimum for all projects performed in the modernization, alteration, addition, or improvement of its real property and the construction of new structures. The VA design Manuals and Master Specifications specify other codes and standards that VA follows on its projects:

i) VA Directives, Design Manuals, Master Specifications, VA National CAD Standard Application Guide, and other Guidance on the Technical Information Library (TIL) (http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/).

ii) International Building Code (IBC) including International Mechanical and Plumbing Codes

iii) NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (see notes below)

iv) NFPA National Fire Codes with the exception of NFPA 5000 and NFPA 900.

v) Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards

vi) VA Seismic Design Requirements, H-18-8

vii) National Electrical Code (NEC)

viii) National Standard Plumbing Code (NSPC)

ix) Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) A 17.1.

x) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

xi) ASME Code for Pressure Piping

xii) Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) including VA Supplement, Barrier Free Design

xiii) Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete, American Concrete Institute and Commentary (ACI 318)

xiv) Manual of Steel Construction, Load and Resistance Factor Design Specifications for Structural Steel Buildings, American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)

xv) Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct)

xvi) American Society of Heating and Refrigeration Engineers (ASHRAE) 90.1, Energy Standards for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings

xvii) Federal Leadership in High Performance and Sustainable Buildings: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

xviii) Executive Order 13423: Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management

xix) Executive Order 13514: Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance

xx) The Provisions for Construction and Safety Signs. Stated in the General Requirements, Section 01 00 00, of the VA Construction Specifications

xxi) American Society of Heating and Refrigeration Engineers (ASHRAE), Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality – ASHRAE Standard 62.1

xxii) Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems – ASHRAE Standard 15

b) Additional Notes: NFPA 101 primarily addresses life safety and fire protection features while the IBC addresses a wide range of considerations, including, but not limited to, structural strength, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, and energy conservation. VA buildings must meet the requirements of NFPA 101 and documents referenced by NFPA 101 in order to comply with the accreditation requirements of the joint Commission. Therefore, systems shall comply with the requirements of the latest edition of NFPA 101 and documents referenced therein.

c) Conflicts between Nationally Recognized Codes and Standards and VA Requirements: Should a conflict exist between VA requirements and VA adopted nationally recognized codes and standards, the conflict shall be brought to the attention of the VA. The resolution of the conflict shall be made by the authority having jurisdiction for the VA to ensure consistency system wide.

d) Design Deviations from VA Standards: When proposing a variation, deliver a written request to the Contracting Officer who will render decision after discussing with COR. Documentation will include the nature and features of the variation and why the variation is desirable and beneficial to the Government. If lower cost is a benefit, also include a high magnitude cost comparison.

9) Quality Control

a) Quality Control Plan: The contractor shall prepare a Quality Control Plan (QCP) which includes the following as a minimum: Develop and execute a QA/QC plan that demonstrates the project plans and specifications have gone through a rigorous, thorough review and coordination effort.

10) Period of Performance

a) Period of performance is 120 days after Notice to Proceed.

11) Appendix A – Area of Work

A.2 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. INSTRUCTIONS:

The Government will evaluate quotations using the comparative evaluation process outlined in FAR 13.106-2 (b) (3), where quotations will be compared to one another to determine which provides benefit to the Government. Each response must meet or exceed the minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government reserves the right to select a quotation that provides benefit to the Government that exceeds the minimum requirements of the solicitation but is not required to do so. The Government is not requesting or accepting alternate quotations. The Government reserves the right to communicate with only those contractors quoting the best-suited service to address any remaining concerns. Proposals shall be submitted by email no later than the time listed on the front of the SF 1442 or as modified by amendment to the solicitation:

Email to: Katy Werby at: Katy.Werby@va.gov

2. GENERAL INFORMATION:

A. Magnitude of Construction: Between $250,000 and $500,000.

B. Site Visit: A site visit for this requirement is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 . Participants are to meet at 9:00 AM, at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, 7305 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33410, outside of room BC231.

C. Questions: Questions shall be submitted by the prime contractor, through email to the Point of Contact listed above. No questions by telephone will be accepted. The cutoff for submission of questions is 10:00 AM ET on Friday, September 02, 2022. Question emails subject line must include “VA SOLICITATION NO. 36C24822R0104 BUILDING 10 ROOF REPLACEMENT.”

D. Prospective vendors shall provide their offer via e-mail to Katy.Werby@va.gov in any of the following formats: .pdf, .docx, or .doc to the issuing office address identified above (8 Megabyte File Size Limitation). The Government will evaluate offers submitted in response to this fair opportunity request. Offerors for furnishing services identified within the schedule shall be submitted electronically to the Contract Specialist (CS) at Katy.Werby@va.gov not later than closing date and time specified on SF1442, block 13a or as amended on SF30.

E. SDVOSB Verification – The Government will review VetBiz (https://www.vip.vetbiz.gov/) to confirm SDVOSB status verification for the submitted proposal. Evaluations will be performed on proposals submitted by verified SDVOSBs only. Subsequent confirmation of SDVOSB verification status will be performed for the apparent awardee.

F. Insurance (Please see 52.228-5 for further information on applicability): The Contractor shall, at its own expense, provide and maintain during the entire performance of this contract, at least the kinds and minimum amounts of insurance required in the Schedule or elsewhere in the contract. Proof of insurance shall be provided within 10 calendar days of award of the Contract. Notice to proceed will not be issued until the Contractor provides sufficient insurance to cover the work being performed.

G. WAGE DETERMINATION: Wages for all contractors and subcontractors must comply with Davis Bacon Wage Determinations. The current determination is DBA FL20220220. Be advised the determination that is current at the time of the Contract award is the determination that will apply for the project. Current determinations are always available at: https://wdolhome.sam.gov/ .

I. SAFETY OR ENVIRONMENTAL VIOLATIONS AND EXPERIENCE MODIFICATION RATE(EMR)

i. All Offerors shall submit with their proposal a completed ATTACHMENT 1, which supplies the Government information pertaining to your firm’s past Safety and Environmental record. A submitted ATTACHMENT 1 represents a certification of your firm’s past Safety and Environmental record identifying serious, willful, or repeat violations from OSHA or any EPA violations within the last 3 years. Please attach explanation for any violations.

ii. All Offerors shall submit information regarding their current Experience Modification Rate (EMR) equal to or less than 1.0. This information shall be obtained from the offeror’s insurance company and be furnished on the insurance carrier’s letterhead and included with the completed ATTACHMENT 1

iii. Self-insured contractors or other contractors that cannot provide their EMR rating on insurance letterhead must obtain a rating from the National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI) by completing/submitting form ERM-6 and providing the rating on letterhead from NCCI. Include this letter with the completed ATTACHMENT 1. Note: Self-insured contractors or other contractors that cannot provide EMR rating on insurance letterhead from the states or territories of CA, DE, MI, NJ, ND, OH, PA, WA, WY, and PR shall obtain their EMR rating from their state-run worker’s compensation insurance rating bureau and include this letter with the completed ATTACHMENT 1.

iv. A Determination of Responsibility will be accomplished for the apparent awardee prior to processing the award. The information provided, along with other information obtained from Government systems, such as the OSHA and EPA online inspection history databases will be used to make the Determination of Responsibility.

3. OFFER PREPARATION AND EVALUATION INFORMATION:

Technical Proposal Format: Technical Proposal shall address all information requested and will then be evaluated against the stated factors. The following format shall be used:

A. GENERAL INFORMATION:

i. Cover Page with Solicitation Number, Project Title

ii. Company Name,

iii. Employer Identification Number (EIN)

iv. Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code

v. Tax ID number

vi. Principle points of contact, address, phone numbers, e-mail etc.

vii. Signed offer 1442/Acknowledgement of Amendments

viii. Copy of current vetBiz.gov SDVOSB certification

ix. Submit proof of insurance.

x. Submit completed ATTACHMENT 1, ATTACHMENT 2, ATTACHMENT 3, and ATTACHMENT 4.

B. EVALUATION FACTORS: Evaluation Factors: The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

2. FACTOR 1 – TECHNICAL CAPABILITY

1. General Contractor’s License in good standing.

1. Ability to follow Solicitation instructions and Proposal.

1. Names, qualifications, and training for Contractors Competent Persons.

1. Activity Hazard Analysis

1. Technical Narrative - Describe in a written narrative, the plan for phasing the work so that the facility remains operational. The narrative will also detail how the contractor intends to prepare the site within the specified time limits.

1. The Government will evaluate the proposed progress schedule and the extent it shows the milestones and major portions of the contract work, including, material submissions, submittal acceptance, partial and final inspections, punch list completion, testing, etc. with start dates and a completion dates for each, and the critical path being clearly identifiable.

1. The Government will evaluate the level of detail for specific tasks with dates for each step of the process including: Mobilization; Demolition; Phasing; Provisions for overtime or shiftwork; Timing of relocation of existing utilities; Commissioning; Tests and final inspection, and whether task durations are expressed in calendar days.

1. The Government will evaluate how well the Offeror specified the days of the week and the hours of construction operations during each phase of the work, and the percentage of contract completion that will be achieved at the end of each month of the contract.

1. Formatting and Other Restrictions: The submission is limited to 10, 8-1/2” x 11” pages in total.

2. FACTOR 2 – PAST PERFORMANCE

1. Provide two (2) examples of recent and relevant past performance. Recent refers to requirements completed within the last five (5) years. Relevant work is work with a similar scope completed in an active hospital setting or similar environment, and projects submitted must be equal to or more than $200,000. Submit ATTACHMENT 4 Past Performance Reference Questionnaire to a Contracting Officer for one of your prior actions. The Contracting Officer for that action will forward the completed questionnaire to the Contract Specialist for the current action: Katy Werby by email to katy.werby@va.gov. The Awarding Contracting Officer may utilize any other means necessary to evaluate past performances, such as customer surveys, Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) at https://www.cpars.gov or any other reasonable basis.

1. Formatting and Other Restrictions: The submission is limited to 10, 8-1/2” x 11” pages in total.

2. FACTOR 3 - PRICE

1. In evaluating the offeror quoted price, the offeror's total price will be used to determine price fair and reasonableness. Price fair and reasonableness may also be evaluated upon any or all the following:

a. It is reasonable based on competitive quotes.

b. It is reasonable based on market research.

c. It is reasonable based on quoted price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases.

d. It is reasonable when compared to a comparison with similar items in a related industry.

e. It is reasonable based on the Contracting Officer’s personal knowledge of the item being purchased.

f. It is reasonable based on comparison to an independent Government estimate (IGE).

g. Any other reasonable basis.

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

Technical and Past Performance when combined are more important than Price.

Amendment 0001 to solicitation 36C24822R0104 Roof Replacement Building 10 for the West Palm Beach Medical Center. This amendment answers questions posed by potential offerors and makes changes to the Proposal Due Date, SOW and Instructions to Offerors.

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