10 BOTA Phase 2 RFQ 47PB5126R0003 Final Amd 0006.pdf

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GSA Solicitation 47PB5126R0003, Design Build Services for the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) Land Port of Entry (LPOE), El Paso, Texas

See description of changes herein.

All offerors must acknowledge the amendment in accordance with the instructions in Block 11.

GSA PBS OAM Capital Construction Projects Division Div 819 Taylor Street, 11th Floor, Fort Worth, Texas 76102 POC Marsha Howard, Contracting Officer Email: marsha.howard@gsa.gov

PH: 817-505-8543

47PB5126R0003

KAHUA 0347

09/30/2026

01/26/2026

BOTA LPOE Modernization Project, El Paso, TX GSA PBS Capital Delivery Projects Division

Solicitation 47PB5126R0003

BOTA LPOE Modernization Project, El Paso, TX

Amendment 0006 amends Solicitation 47PB5126R0003 as follows:

Paragraph II.B, Proposal Format: Phase 2 submission shall be no more than 100 pages at least 11 font size, in an 8-1/2x11 format and submitted electronically. GSA will allow the use of 11x17 sheets for DESIGN CONCEPT drawings ONLY. All other information must be included on the 8.5x11 sheets.

Questions and Answers: See attached chart

The attached 2026 PBS Core Building Standards (CBS) is hereby incorporated into the solicitation and into the requirements of this project. (attached).

The 2026 PBS Core Building Standards have been revised and reissued. Offerors shall update all proposal documentation, narratives, calculations, drawings, specifications, compliance matrices, and other submitted materials to reflect and reference the current version of the 2026 Core Building Standard. Any references to prior versions of the Core Building Standard 2025 shall be considered superseded and replaced by the current version. Contractors shall continue to use the 2025 CBS Submittal Matrix.

The following has been uploaded to the Shared Drive under Amendment 0006 folder:

1. Updated BAS Info 08.25.26

a. Building Technologies Reference Guide

b. BAS Graphic Guidance Rev A

c. BAS Network CUI Riser Template

d. Division 25 – Integrated Automation

e. GSA Data Normalization for Building Automation Systems v2

2. As-Built Z-Portal

a. BOTA Z-PORTAL Bus As Built Set 10-15-12

b. BOTA Z-PORTAL Car As Built ALL 07-2012

c. BOTA Z-Portal Commercial Lane

3. As-Built BOTA Civil LEP 240311

4. CBP NII Systems Installation Guidance 2024.03.06

5. PNNL Support for RPM Deployments

6. RFP Section 4 2.9. Water and 8.a Site Fire Protection

7. BOTA Water Supply Analysis 2026.09.28

8. GSA 01 78 22 Operation and Maintenance Document

9. FMCSA Facility Design Guide 2025.10.08

10. LPOE Space Assignment Addendum March 2026 Final

11. Equipment from Room Data Sheets Attachment

BOTA LPOE Modernization Project, El Paso, TX GSA PBS Capital Delivery Projects Division

12. CBP BOTA FF&E Sheet.pdf

13. CBP BOTA FF&E Sheet.xlsx

Proposal due date is October 15, 2026.

All offerors must acknowledge the amendment in accordance with the instructions in Block 11 on Standard Form 30.

END OF AMENDMENT 0006

# Reference Question Answer

1 General

The Core Building Standards (CBS) require a life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) of the BASELINE design, which is further described as an ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G PRM baseline model. Please confirm if the baseline should follow ASHRAE 90.1-2019 Appendix G PRM which would be ASHRAE 90.1- 2004 equivalent in terms of envelope, HVAC, and lighting, etc.; or if the baseline should meet ASHRAE 90.1-2019 Section 11 Energy Cost Budget Baseline.

The baseline model would follow Appendix G PRM requirements. “The LCCA baseline model will be built following ASHRAE 90.1-2019, Appendix G in accordance with PBS Core Building Standards.

This also aligns with Federal Facility Criteria.” No reference to building the model per Chapter 11 is given within the standard, only Appendix G

FFE Responsibilities and Low Energy Portals (LEPs) Scope Delineation

Section II.G.15. “Vendors and Installers by other Contracts" (Page 21/132)

SOW Section II.G.15 (page 21) notes that the government will issue separate contracts for furniture, fixtures, security devices, and specialized inspection equipment (including LEPs and Z- Portals). However, CLIN 0015 of the Price Form (page 15) outlines a base scope requirement for the DB contractor to design, purchase, install, and provide move services for CBP FF&E. Please clarify the exact scope delineation between the DB contractor's FFE procurement responsibilities and the third-party vendor installations. Additionally, please provide the specific salvage, demolition, and integration requirements expected of the DB contractor regarding the existing or incoming Low Energy Portals (LEPs).

a. The CLIN 0014 list the scope of covered products. A list of FF&E is included in this amendment. There will be furniture and equipment that CBP will contract separately (examples are Refrigerator, Freezer) items can be found in the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool document. The file is located on the Google drive under D. Amendment 0003 File Folder named 4.

LPOE Funding Responsibility Matrix.

3 13.3.4 Traffic Control

Do M-30, M-40, and M-50 bollard requirements apply to this LPOE given it won't see commercial traffic? Design vehicle weight for M rating is 15,000lb which is approximately 3x a typical sedan and 2x a large SUV.

Bollards used for traffic control. CBP LPOE Design Standards 13.3.4 states "Bollards used to protect buildings, booths, and other occupied infrastructure adjacent to roadways must be rated M-40 at a minimum. Bollards used to protect lane infrastructure must be rated M-30 at a minimum."

The design standard does not differentiate between commercial or POV traffic.

#0010 Confirmation of Service Providers

Please provide clarification and documentation regarding the existing fiber, telecommunications, and site infrastructure for this project:

1. Current Carrier Service Providers;

1.a. AT&T: Please confirm if Arturo Sanchez Jr.

(Manager Business Operations, 915-261-5827) is the correct primary contact, and provide GSA approval for access to site AT&T documentation.;

1.b. Spectrum (if applicable): Please provide the account details, primary point of contact, and GSA approval for access to site Spectrum documentation;

2. Existing Technology Service Vendors;

2.a. Please provide contact information, manufacturer, and service providers for the following services: Fire Alarm System, CAVSS, Access Control.

1a. The main service provider is AT&T for telecommunications. 1b. Spectrum at this time no agency is using, 2. Existing technolgy service vendors, this information is varies. 2a. Fire alarm system and CAVSS access control currently being used will replaced, so there is no need to contact them, since this will change. All information regarding fire alarm systems and CAVSS must be desgined per the GSA Core Building Standards and the CBP Design Standards, which has been provided.

RFI #012 Clarification of DB Contractor Scope for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)

The BOTA Enhanced Feasibility Study identifies "EV parking/charging areas" as a critical design consideration, and the Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings outlines a target of installing EV charging stations for a minimum of 2% of the total parking spaces created. However, the GSA CBS Submittal Matrix and GSA Pricing Desk Guide state that GSA provides EVSE on a "funds available basis," and that otherwise, tenant agencies (such as CBP) must fund and request EVSE installations independently via a Reimbursable Work Authorization (RWA).

1) Is the Design-Build Contractor required to furnish and install complete, operational EV charging stations (EVSE) as part of the base contract?

2) If EV charging stations are excluded from the base build scope, is the DB Contractor still required to provide the underground utility infrastructure (conduits, panels, and capacity allocations) to make the parking areas "EV-Ready" for future tenant-funded RWA installations?

3) If EVSE is to be provided, please clarify if the contractor is responsible for providing the necessary Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud-component, network scanning/remediation, and hardwired network connections to the GSA network as required by GSA IT Security policy.

As of March 3, 2025 GSA does not require contractors to include electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Current policy updates have strictly halted the broad expansion of charging infrastructure across federal properties.

RFI #013 Clarification of Electrical Service Sizing Methodology and Diversity Factors

Chapter 19 of the CBP Land Port of Entry Design Standard (2023) requires that the main electrical service and switchgear be sized for the full design load plus a 50% future growth/expansion factor.

Additionally, the standard mandates compliance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Please confirm that it is acceptable to calculate building service sizing by applying a 70% demand factor for diversity and noncoincident loads to the NEC 220 calculated demand before adding the LPOE 25%/35% spare capacity.

Chapter 19 requires the main electrical service to be sized for full design load plus a 50% future growth/expansion factor. It is not acceptable to apply a 70% demand factor for diversity and noncoincident loads. Each load connected to the main service would have a demand factor applied to it based on NEC 220. After determining the demand on each load, you would then add 25-35% spare ampacity to the load. These loads would be added together to determine the full design load.

Once you have the full design load, you can apply 50% more capacity to determine the final size of the service.

RFI #014 Intercom Design Intent

The LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool contains the following line item note under CBP-specific Audio/Video Systems: “Intercoms (All-call function via the phone system can be used as intercom) -this item is not a part of the public address system (should be part of the fire alarm system)”. However, Project Specification Sections 28 31 76 and 28 31 64 (Fire Alarm/Emergency Communication System) outline a standalone, dedicated emergency voice evacuation system with a local paging microphone, but provide no technical, wiring, or compatibility criteria for interfacing the FACU with the administrative PBX/VoIP telephone system for general-purpose administrative paging. 1) Is the intent that the Intercom will not be required to have an all-call function and that the fire alarm system will interface with the phone system for this purpose?

The fire alarm system will not interface with the phone system, the emergency voice evacuation system must be a stand alone system. Life safety systems are designed to operate independently to ensure survivability and code compliance during an emergency. The phone system can be used as an interco an all-call function will be required and will not interface with the fire alarm system.

Reference the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool issued in Addendum 1, Page 3 of 14.

The second lines states “Z Portal infrastructure to support Z Portal Equipment.” The power and infrastructure requirements are not listed in the RFP.

Please provide the power and infrastructure requirements for this.

Power and infrastructure requirements can be found in the Non-Intrusive Inspection Systems Installation Guidance Version 2.0 dated March 6, 2024.

Reference the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool issued in Addendum 1, The matrix indicates that the Wireless Access Points (WAPS) for CBP is to be furnished by the CBP and installed by the DB/GC whereas those for the GSA are to be furnished and installed by the GSA? There are two other locations that state the CBP WAPS will be furnished and installed by the CBP. Should the “installed” column state by CBP instead of

DB/GC?

All CBP WAPS will be provided by CBP and installed by CBP. The infrastrucure will be provided by DB/GC, which includes conduit, pull box and pull string. The DB/GC will provide design layout that will be coordinated with CBP.

Reference the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool issued in Addendum 1, Page 5 of 14 second line from the bottom

The matrix indicates that the DB/GC is responsible to install the AV Equipment that is furnished by CBP.

On previous LPOE’s, this is equipment typically furnished and installed by the CBP. The same applies for the items indicated on Page 6 of 14 too.

Please provide a bill of materials if the DB/GC is responsible for installing the AV Equipment.

The DB/GC will provide design layout that will be coordinated with CBP. The infrastrucure will be provided by DB/GC, which includes conduit, pull box and pull string. CBP will provide all AV equipment per 2023 CBP Land Port of Entry Design Standard.

Reference the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool issued in Addendum 1, Page 6 of 14, Item “Any other LED Signage NOT including the lane signage.”

Please confirm that both the LED Lane signage is by the DB/GC also.

Yes, both the LED Lane signage and other LED signage is by DB/GC refer to CBP standards.

Reference the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool issued in Addendum 1, Page 13 of 14, Item for the Four Post Vehicle Lift. It states that this is furnished by the CBP and installed by the GC/DB.

Should this read furnished and installed by the

GC/DB?

The four post lift to be provided and installed by

GC/DB.

Reference the "BOTA Program Requirements - Consolidated 26-07-09" page 6 of 12, Secondary Non-Commerical Superbooth. The program square footage indicates 75 sf per booth, however, LPOE02- 01 in the CBP LPOE Standard indicates that these are 48sf each. Should the program read 48 sf in lieu of 75 sf? If not, please advise.

The non-commerical booth will be 48 SF instead of the 75 SF noted in the POR.

Reference the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool issued in Addendum 1, Page 3 of 14. The second lines states “Z Portal infrastructure to support Z Portal Equipment.” Is there a foundation design for the Z Portal Equipment that can be shared. The foundations for this equipment will likely be significant.

The contractor will block out paving around location of Z-portal to allow Z-Portal contractor to place foundation. Contractor is only responsible for infrastructure that inlcudes conduit, ternmination boxes and pull string.

15 General

RFP and LPOE Design Standard 2023 do not address the question of what, if any, arc flash reduction mechanisms are required for electrical equipment. Please confirm if arc-resistant switchgear is required for the 15 kV switchgear, or if other arc flash mitigation methods are acceptable.

For low voltage equipment, what arc flash mitigation measures are required?

CBP Land Port of Entry Design Standard (2023) does not require arc energy reduction or arc-resistant construction at 15kv. Chapter 19.4 Fault Current and Protective Device Coordination Study, requires an Arc Flash study and states that all electrical equipment shall be Arc Flash labeled per

NFPA 70E.

16 19.7.9 Site Lighting - Perimet

19.7.9 requires illumination of the fence with pole mounted or other light source aimed at the fence, to allow CBP to observe activity just outside the fence.

It also requires light trespass over the fence to be limited. These two requirements appear to be contradictory. Please issue a clarification addressing the following questions:

1) Width of area outside the fence where illumination is required and what lighting intensity is required

2) The requirement to "limit light trespass" is not well defined. Provide criteria for light trespass limits.

CBP LPOE Design Standard 19.7.3 requires a professional lighting designer. The design team must reference the latest version of the IES standard. For perimeter fence lighting requirements use Table 19-2 "Exterior Lighting Requirements."

The CBP Land Port of Entry Design Standard (2023) includes backup power requirements that generally align with NEC 708 Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS) requirements. However, NEC 708 compliance is not explicitly identified as a requirement within this standard. Please confirm that compliance with NEC 708 is NOT required for this project

There is no reference to NEC 708 in the CBP Land Port of Entry Design Standard. Compliance with NEC 708 is not required. Comply with the requirements in the referenced document.

Is the project required to be self-sustaining from a fire protection standpoint (e.g. on-site storage, pumps, other infrastructure independent of municipal supply)?

See answer in question 19. The Fire protection system is to be connected to the City of El Paso water system. The system is not self-sustained.

According to the Enhanced Feasibility Study dated November 15, 2023, the water distribution is provided by the City of El Paso water distribution system. It references a City of El Paso 12-inch line located in Delta Drive to the southeast of the site.

The West Site is served with 2 connections to the City of El Paso Water distribution system. The connections are to the north on the E. Paisano Dr.

(Hwy 62) and to the east along the US Hwy 54 of existing US Fish & Wildlife Building. The as-built plans provided do not include these points of connection. Please provide the connection locations to establish the water line loop layout to serve the new buildings.

See flow test field report conducted on August 5, 2026 and changes to the Statement of Work in VI Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) Section 4 Technical Performance Criteria 2.9 Water, Stormwater, Sewer, Gas, and Electric Utilities and first paragraph of 8.a Site Fire Protection.

20 General Please confirm if the existing sign bridges inbound and outbound to I-110 are to be included in the scope of work for this project.

Sign bridges are owned by TXDOT. Coordination with TXDOT will be required if the signs are required to be relocated.

21 General Can GSA provide the CLIN bid forms in Microsoft Excel format?

Yes, See Amendment 0004 and Shared Drive

22 General Under which bid form would you prefer to see the Parking Garage costs associated with?

Parking Garage would go under the Main Building

23 SOW A.3.1 (pg 23)

In reference to a dedicated outbound pedestrian drop off along EB Paisano drive, west of I-110, Statement of Work says "would be similarly beneficial" and references a TxDOT evaluation.

TxDOT Paisano Drive Corridor study only references the SE quadrant of the Paisano Dr. / I-110 Interchange as being a part of the LPOE enhancement project. Is the stated dedicated outbound pedestrian drop off along EB Paisano Dr.

a feature that needs to be added to our overall site development plan?

The noted southbound pedestrian drop-off lane is not with in the GSA property, so it will not be part of this contract. The drop off will be designed and constructed under TXDOT

24 General

Will we be provided with title commitment and record documents that are required for confirmation of the boundary survey, and possible easements, setbacks and other encumbrances?

A draft of the ALTA Survey has been provided and the final ALTA survey and final Title Committments will only be provided to the successful offeror.

25 General

Due to the sensitive nature of the site and its location at a border checkpoint, we are evaluating the use of drone technology to perform the topographic survey. In addition to the standard FAA approval requirements, can you provide any guidance, documentation, permits, security clearances, or other authorization processes that may be required to operate a drone at this location?

GSA policies have been included in reference documents providing the authorization process.

26 General

During demolition and construction, can we use the temporary concrete jersey barriers that currently exist on site or do they need to be stockpiled for GSA to remove?

No, the jersey barriers can not be used during the demolition or construction. The barriers will need to be stockpiled in an area where they can remain and stored on site for the duration of the project.

27 General Please provide the minimum flag size for each of the three required flags (USA, TX and CBP).

The minimum size LPOEs is 5' x 8'

28 General

Existing buildings A and C are required to remain occupied and in service during construction. To maintain service to these buildings temporary service will be provided. Please provide electrical utility billing and consumption information for the past 12 months to help estimate required temporary service since the existing service passes through areas subject to demolition and excavation.

Existing buildings A and B are required to remain occupied.

SOW Acces to Roof Mounted equipment - General

For a single-story building, is it acceptable to provide a Type L Roof Hatch with safety railings for roof access from an interior stair vs. having a stair 'doghouse' extending up 8 ft. above the roof level?

Yes, type L Roof hatch with safety railings for roof access from an interior stair is accpetable as long as it meets the GSA Core Building Standards.

30 General Would GSA considering having us upload directly onto your Google Drive to offset the 25 mb email limitation?

Submit as required in the solicitation. Offerors will be allowed to submit one email for technical and one emial for price. Offeror will be considered nonresponsive if not submitted timely.

31 General

Can GSA confirm whether the drawings specifically required by the CBS Submittal Matrix be submitted as an appendix and thus excluded from the proposal page count?

The CBS Submittal Matrix are various requirements that should incorporated into the overall proposal. The matrix identifies items that GSA requires to validate that the project is moving forward while meeting the requirements of CBS.

Additional submittal requirements may be included in the project contract. This should not be considered a separate document.

32 General

The RFP States that the Design Builder is responsible for providing and paying for all utilities necessary for the project. Does this include primary power and the primary transformer also?

This only for the construction area. In regards to pay for the primary power service and primary transformer, GSA will coordinate with El Paso Electric and pay for all service extensions and transformers.

33 General

The Program and Bid Form both indicated 35 POV Lanes (27 in the base bid and 8 in the option. Are Bus Lanes accounted for in the POV Lane count, or will additional lanes be required? If so, how many?

Bus lanes are already accounted for within the 35-lane total, so no additional lanes are required. Per Feasibility Alternative #4, 2 of the 35 total lanes are designated to accommodate bus traffic.

Oral Presentation Logistics & Facility Details: Please provide information on the final oral presentation location and room particulars

1. Building Access & Security 1.a. Building Security:

Are there specific check-in requirements or arrival-time buffers for security screening? 1.b. Visitor List:

Do you require a full list of names and IDs for our team in advance? 1.c. Arrival Protocol: Should we check in at a main security desk or go directly to a specific floor? 1.d. Parking: Is there designated visitor parking, or should we plan for public garage logistics? 1.e. Large Item Transportation: If we have large models, boards, etc., how should we coordinate delivery and setup at the location? 2.

Room & Environment 2.a. Layout: How will the room be configured (e.g., Boardroom, U-shape, or Classroom style)? 2.b. Can we request the room be setup in a specific way? 3. Technology & Connectivity 3.a. Hardware Inputs: Does the room’s display system use HDMI or USB-C or something else? 3.b. Will we need to join a virtual meeting platform in addition to connecting to the in-room display? 3.c. Audio: If we play video content, does the room have integrated speakers? 3.d. Wi-Fi: Is there a guest network we can join? 3.e. Power: Are there sufficient power outlets near the presentation table for our laptops? 4. Logistics 4.a. How much time will the team have for room setup before the presentation begins? 4.b. How many people from the GSA/Stakeholder side will be present?

1.a. The El Paso Federal Building does have security screening. All participants will need to go through metal detector and bags need to be x-rayed. 1.b. No visitor list required. 1.c Check in at the first floor GSA office suite 150 at transaction window, which is to the right of the screening area. Clerk will direct you to the conference room.

1.d. There is no visitor parking at the facility, there is a self pay parking lot to the east of the builidng along S. Ochoa St. 1.e. large items delivery coordination can be done with GSA PM (Daniel Partida 915.892.3155 or Adena Alarcon 915.222.1089) 2.a. Conference room will be classroom. 2.a. Currently we are looking at setting up class room style. 2.b. Contractors can propose setup and we will need to determine if possible.

3.a. There are two large TV monitors that duplicates the display. 3.b. Yes, we will need to join a virtual meeting this will be Google meets.

3.c. yes the system has intergrated speakers. 3.d.

Yes, there is guest WI-FI. 3.e. Yes, there are sufficient power outlets near presenation table.

4.a. The team can have 1 hour to set up. 4.b.

There will be a minimum of 10 people.

Performance Compliance Matrix Request: CBS Submittal Matrix, Section 1:

Performance Compliance

The CBS Submittal Matrix Pre-Award Concept Section 1 General Information Performance Compliance requires a Performance Matrix to be submitted. Please provide government performance matrix project targets for each section and related content.

GSA does not have a standard matrix and it will be up to the DB teams to develop and provide. The performance matrix per contract obligations, should include items from CBP LPOE Design Standard, GSA Core Building Standard and the CBS Submittal Matrix requirements. The DB teams will need to note how they will meet the performance standards according to each of the standards noted above.

Section 106 Agreement Documents: NHPA Section 106 Compliance Requirements - Historic Preservation / Section 106

The solicitation documents reference compliance with any applicable Section 106 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), Programmatic Agreement (PA), and agreements with the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO). Please identify whether any such agreements apply to this project and, if so, provide the applicable agreement documents.

There is no MOA with the SHPO. The successful offerors concept plan will needed to be submitted to the SHPO for final acceptance.

Environmental Investigation Results: Phase II ESA Soil Vapor Findings - Environmental Investigations

The Phase II ESA identified soil-vapor constituents exceeding the cited EPA commercial vapor-intrusion screening levels within portions of the TxDOT property. Please identify the location of the affected area relative to the selected Alternative 4 project limits and proposed acquisition areas. If the identified soil-vapor impact area is within the project footprint, please identify whether any additional investigation, mitigation, monitoring, or design requirements apply.

The identified soil-vapor impact area is within the project footprint, which is part of the proposed site acqusition. The report conclusion noted the following "Based on visual and field-screening evidence during drilling and the analytical results of the samples, it appears that no impact to the shallow subsurface soil exists in the areas investigated. An area of impact to the soil vapor appears to be present. So long as no structures are planned for this portion of the current ROW, no additional investigation is recommended. However, should occupied structures be planned, a greater areal assessment of the area should be considered to determine the extent of these vapors."

Governing Standards for Telecommunications:

Where telecommunications standards are referenced by UFC 3-580-01, TIA-569, TIA-758, applicable BICSI standards and are more stringent than LPOE standards and GSA Core Building Standards, which is the governing standard to be applied?

The 2026 GSA Core Building Standard governs.

Confirmation of irrigation requirements

Amendment 0003 RFIs 33 and 34 responded that CBP is currently reviewing requirements for irrigation. Please provide formal determination regarding CBP's review of the recycled/reclaimed water requirement for the irrigation design baseline.

Reclaimed water is not availble, so this will not be required.

Clarification on Domestic Water Softening System Requirements

Please clarify if the Government has specific requirements for the installation of a central domestic water softening system for the new facility infrastructure. If water softening is required, please provide the target water hardness criteria (e.g., grains per gallon) or the specific building systems/equipment (such as boilerplate feeds or domestic hot water systems) that must be served by treated water. If no baseline data is available, please confirm if the Design-Builder is responsible for conducting localized water hardness testing to determine system implementation.

Water treatment is required for mechanical equipment as outlined in the RFP. A water softening system is not a requirement in the RFP.

Phase 2 Technical Proposal File Size Limit &

Submission Delivery Method

1) Given the high graphic density and resolution required for the 50-page Quality of Design Concept submittal (Factor 1), proposal files may exceed email server capacities. Will GSA consider providing a secure file transfer link—such as a DoD SAFE link or a GSA Google Drive—for offerors to directly upload their Phase 2 Proposal submissions on or before Bid Day? 2) If an alternative secure upload repository is not available, please confirm that offerors are permitted to submit the Technical Proposal split into separate PDF files by Evaluation Factor (specifically submitting Evaluation Factor 1:

Quality of Design Concept as a separate, standalone PDF file) across multiple emails to remain below the 25 MB per-email size restriction.

Submit as required in the solicitation. Offerors will be allowed to submit one email for technical and one email for price. Offeror will be considered nonresponsive if not submitted timely.

Financial Statements Clarification Request

Section II.A and Section II.E of the Phase 2 RFP require Offerors to submit evidence of financial responsibility and performance capacity on GSA Form 527 (Contractor’s Qualifications and Financial Information). Question 1. Clarification Request (CFO Letter in Lieu of Financial Statements): Our firm is privately held and our financial statements are highly confidential and proprietary corporate information. Is it acceptable to complete Section III of the GSA 527 form and submit a letter signed by our CFO regarding our financial capabilities in lieu of financial statements? Question 2. Alternative Submission Method (Password-Protected Separate File): If a signed letter is not acceptable, please confirm that it is acceptable for Offerors to submit financial statements as a standalone password-protected PDF sent directly to the Contracting Officer on Bid Day.

Offerors will be allowed to submit GSA 527 form and financial statements as a standalone password-protected PDF.

Representations and Certifications

Section I.B (List of Solicitation Documents), Item (4):

Explicitly identifies the "Offeror Representations and Certifications Form" as one of the nine official documents that make up the Phase 2 Solicitation package. Please provide this form or clarify what is required to be submitted for the Representations and Certifications.

There is no form to be submitted. Offeror must complete the annual representations and certifications as well as the Entity registration in the System for Award Management (www.SAM.gov).

Program of Requirement

(POR)

The Program of Requirement (POR) under the Non- Commercial Inspection & Headhouse calls for two Secondary Lane Enforcement and Exit Control (SLEEC) Booths. The associated Room Data Sheet mentions controlling commercial traffic. If the Booths are required, will they be expected to be located at the exit of the primary secondary inspection area, or at the exit of the site near the port runner system?

Follow both the POR and CBP Design Standard.

45 RFP II.D Technical Proposal

The CBS Submittal Matrix requires the submission of specific drawings as part of the proposal response. Given the number of buildings and multiple floor levels included in the project, adequately addressing these drawing requirements may require a significant number of sheets. As a result, the required drawings could consume a substantial portion of the overall proposal page limitation, reducing the Offeror's ability to provide complete narrative responses to the remaining CBS Matrix requirements.

Refer to Amendment 0003

46 RFP

Can Autodesk Forma be utilized as the project's primary production and collaboration platform outside of a dedicated secure enclave for the development, coordination, management, and delivery of BIM models, COBie data, project documents, RFIs, submittals, and related project information? The environment would incorporate industry-standard security controls, including role-based access, multifactor authentication, audit logging, encryption, version control, controlled sharing, and project-specific permissions. Any information designated by GSA as CUI, or otherwise requiring a government-approved secure environment would be excluded unless specifically authorized by GSA. Please confirm whether this approach is acceptable and identify any required security controls, approvals, restrictions, or modifications.

Autodesk Forma is not a FedRAMP approved format. The approved format is Autodesk for Government (AFG) which is FedRAMP approved.

GSA has established the processes for collaboration on projects between GSA and contractors.

CBP LPOE Design Standard (2023)

Please confirm the preferred enterprise solution for the access control system and the video management system. Confirm if the software, servers, and storage area network will be provided by CBP for both systems.

This video manangement system and access control system must meet the CBP physical Security Handbook and Centeralized Area Video Survellance System (CAVSS), which are included in the reference material. The preferred entripise solution for the access control system needs to FICAM-compliant and fully compatible with PIV governement smart cards. The access control system equipment and installation will be provided by the contractor. The Centralized Area Video Surveillance System (CAVSS) is the CBP Enterprise Solution for fixed facility surveillance at the LPOEs. CBP does provide an approved device list update, which the list is subject to change monthly. CBP will only provide a CBP secure network after the complete video surviellance system is completed and tested.

CBP LPOE Design Standard (2023) / Amendment 003 Funding Responsibility Tool

Equipment shown in the Room Data Sheets are not included in the LPOE Funding Responsibility Tool.

Please confirm funding responsibility for the items listed in the attached list. SEE ATTACHMENT.

Refer to attached spreadsheet.

APPENDIX A:

2026 PBS CORE BUILDING STANDARDS

September 21, 2026

The 2026 PBS Core Building Standards list laws, executive orders, codes, regulations, and standards for use by contracting officers, projects teams, and others involved with developing contract documents for design, construction, renovation, operations & maintenance (O&M), service, or study projects. These standards are for reference only, and are not warranted to comprise a complete list of all applicable laws and regulations that may need to be incorporated into the contract documents. The CBS summarizes key aspects of laws and regulations that are particularly relevant to these types of projects.

Project teams must use these standards regardless of the funding source, including, but not limited to, projects funded through budget activity (BA) 51 New Construction, BA54 Minor Repairs and Alterations, BA55 Major Repairs and Alterations, BA55 Special Emphasis Programs, BA61 Operating Funds (including work under O&M contracts), BA63 Energy Rebates, BA64 Historic Preservation, BA80 Reimbursable Work Authorization customer-funded projects, and privately-financed projects such as Energy Savings Performance Contracts.

Compliance with applicable laws and standards is the responsibility of the contractor and its subcontractors.

Project teams must use the latest published edition of the listed authorities and references in effect as of the pt where specified otherwise below), along with any other laws or executive Please discuss any questions or concerns with the regional project management team. Items listed in Section 1: GENERAL apply to all aspects of the project. Other sections denote requirements for specific disciplines or space types.

Designs must be developed under the direction of, and bear the seal of, a licensed design professional in the State, District, or Territory of the project location.

Section 1: GENERAL

Name Notes

Energy Act of 2020 (Public Law [P.L.] no.

116-260)

Imposes energy performance standards, e.g. from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and energy codes

Energy Independence and Security Act of

2007 (EISA 2007)

§433(a)(D)(i) (modifying 42 United States Code [USC] 6834 new Federal buildings and Federal buildings undergoing major renovations, with respect to which [GSA] is required to transmit a prospectus to Congress .

. . sustainable design principles [see 401(13)] shall be applied to the siting, EISA 433 Design Checklist, available from cbs@gsa.gov, to document compliance.

§433(a)(D)(i)(I): Comply with:

10 CFR 433.100 Energy Efficiency Performance Standard 10 CFR 433.101 Performance level determination 10 CFR 433.200 and related Stay: Scope 1 Fossil fuel-generated energy consumption requirement for new construction and major renovation design starts on or after March 1, 2027); and

Clean Energy Rule Implementation Guidance

Name Notes

§523 (modifying 42 USC 6834(a)(3)(A)(iii))): meet 30% of hot water demand in new or major renovation Federal buildings using solar water heaters if lifecycle cost-effective.

Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct) §103 Metering of energy use and 42 U.S.C. § 8253(e)(1)) Metering of energy and water use: Install building-level meters for electricity. To the maximum extent practicable, install (a) advanced meters for electricity; and (b) standard or advanced meters for natural gas and steam. Reference U.S.

Department of Energy Federal Metering Guidance.

§104 Procurement of Energy Efficient Products (amending 42 USC 8259(b)):

Specify ENERGY STAR-certified or FEMP-designated energy-consuming products, except where unavailable or not life cycle cost-effective.

§109 Federal Building Performance Standards and 10 CFR 433.100(a)(5): New Federal buildings must be designed to, at minimum, meet ASHRAE standard 90.1-2019, and, if life-cycle cost-effective, achieve energy consumption levels at least 30% below ASHRAE 90.1-2019.

National Energy Conservation Policy Act (as modified by EISA 2007 § 434)

42 USC 8253 Energy and Water Management Requirements, including building that is not a major renovation but involves replacement of installed equipment (such as heating and cooling systems), or involves renovation, rehabilitation, expansion, or remodeling of existing space, employs the most energy efficient designs, systems, equipment, and controls that are life-cycle

Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 15 USC 2601 et seq.: Addresses hazardous substances including asbestos, lead, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) 40 CFR 745: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule applies to child-occupied facilities such as childcare centers.

Buy American Act and EO 14392 - Ensuring Truthful Advertising of Products Claiming to be Made in America

48 CFR 25.2: Use only domestic construction materials. 48 CFR 25.201(b):

except for iron and steel, the cost of domestic components must exceed 65 percent of the cost of all the components for items delivered in calendar years 2024 through 2028, and 75 percent for items delivered in or after calendar year 2029. 48 CFR 25.202(a) lists exceptions: impracticability, inconsistency with the public interest, nonavailability, unreasonable cost, and information technology that is a commercial product..

Trade Agreements Act of 1979 and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 25 - Foreign Acquisition implementing regulations

Implements numerous multilateral and bilateral international trade agreements and other trade initiatives.

Randolph-Sheppard Act 20 USC 107a: Provides qualified blind persons the opportunity to operate businesses on federal, state, or other property. The design team must coordinate design with the state licensing agency.

Name Notes

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA)

§6002 (42 USC 6962): Procure applicable EPA-designated materials (including construction materials like cement, concrete, insulation, carpet, and roofing, plus landscaping products per 40 CFR 247 subpart B) that are composed of the highest percentage of recovered materials practicable, where reasonably available within a reasonable period of time at a reasonable price, and meeting applicable performance specifications.

Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) promote a system approach to reducing life cycle material use and impacts.

§6966(b)(2) (as amended by EPAct 2005 §108 greater use of recovered mineral component [e.g. recovered or diverted waste material or byproduct such as slag or fly ash] in cement or concrete projects for which recovered mineral components historically have not been used

Tariff Act § 307 (19 USC 1307) (as modified by Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 § 910)

19 USC 4301-4454 Prohibits products created with forced or child labor.

Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (P.L.

117-78, 135 Stat. 1525)

Specify products that do not use forced or child labor.

The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966 as amended, P.L. 89-665, 80 Stat. 915

54 USC 300101 et seq.: Federal agencies shall strive to rehabilitate historic properties in a manner that preserves their architectural character, in of Historic Properties (36 CFR 68).

GSA Order ADM 1020.3A: Procedures for Historic Properties

Disaster Resiliency Planning Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-221)

Incorporate natural disaster risk assessments provided by GSA or its contractors into real property investments.

The Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS) (P.L. 90 480) (42 USC 4151 et seq.)

Appendices C and D to 36 CFR part 1191 (ABA Chapters 1 and 2, and Chapters 3 through 10) as well as 36 CFR part 1190 (Public Right-of-way Accessibility Guidelines) have been adopted by GSA as its accessibility standard to ensure federal facilities subject to the Architectural Barriers Act are accessible to persons with physical disabilities.

National Accessibility Program Standards Policies and Procedures fulfill the requirements of 42 USC § 4156 and Appendix C to 36 CFR part 1191, F103 Modifications and Waivers, by describing GSA's process for administering waivers and modifications and ensuring compliance with its accessibility standard. In addition, this document describes how GSA defines "disproportionate" improvements under 36 CFR part 1191, Appendix C, F202.4.

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

- 42 USC 4321 et seq., as amended by the

NEPA

Guidance and the PBS NEPA Desk Guide (1999).

Name Notes

Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 (P.L.

118-5)

Pollution Prevention Act (PPA) of 1990

(42 USC 13101)

Reduce or eliminate waste generation at the source whenever feasible.

See also related FAR Part 23.403 toxic release reporting provision below.

Federal Energy Management Improvement Act of 1988 (42 USC 8254(b)(1)

§2: The design of new Federal buildings shall be made using the life cycle cost methods and procedures established under 42 USC 8254(a), which are listed in the 10 CFR 436 row below.

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)

Any pesticide applications must meet 40 CFR 152-186 regulations.

40 USC 3312 - Compliance with nationally recognized codes

To the maximum extent feasible, use model building codes and other applicable nationally recognized codes. Cooperate with state and local officials.

jurisdiction (AHJ) and enforcement agency for each CBS discipline.

42 USC 6834 Energy Conservation and Resource Renewal

Federal building energy efficiency standards, renewable energy for water heating, water conservation technologies.

EO 14148 - Initial Recissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions

§2: Revoked EOs related to Federal Sustainability, Public Health and the Environment, Worker Health and Safety, and implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act.

EO 14154 - Unleashing American Energy §7(b): When procuring goods and services, making decisions about leases, and making other arrangements that result in disbursements of Federal funds, agencies shall prioritize cost-effectiveness, American workers and businesses, and the sensible use of taxpayer money, to the greatest extent.

EO 14398 - Addressing DEI [Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion] Discrimination by Federal Contractors

Requires Federal contractors and subcontractors to treat employees, applicants, or contracting parties equally and objectively based on their merit, and not treat them differently based on race or ethnicity.

§3: Contracts, subcontracts, and contract-like instruments must include clause language about not engaging in racially discriminatory DEI activities.

EO 14402 - Promoting Efficiency, Accountability, and Performance in Federal Contracting

GSA shall utilize fixed-price contracts to the maximum extent consistent with law. Any non-fixed-price contract under Part 16 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (e.g. cost-reimbursement, a time-and-material, or labor-hour contracts), must be justified in writing by the contracting officer.

EO 14271 - Ensuring Commercial, Cost- Effective Solutions in Federal Contracts

Procure commercially available products and services, including those that can be modified to fill agencies' needs, to the maximum extent practicable, including pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994 (Public Law 103-355, as amended).

10 CFR 436 - Federal Energy Management and Planning Programs

Subpart A: Use Methodology and Procedures for Life Cycle Cost Analyses (436.10 436.24) to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of systems that impact energy or water use (e.g. HVAC, water heating, controls, lighting, enclosure).

Name Notes

Consider up-front, operating, replacement, and salvage costs over the life of equipment to identify the least costly alternatives.

10 CFR 436.14(d): if multiple system technologies are evaluated, perform life cycle cost analysis based on the longest estimated equipment useful lifespan(s) (a duration up to 40 years), and account for the replacement cost of any equipment with shorter lifespan(s).

See also the implementing technical guidance from National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Life Cycle Costing Manual…