Amendment 1 - SF30.pdf

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15C. DATE SIGNED

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

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6. ISSUED BY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)

CODE

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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INSTRUCTIONS (Back Page):

Instructions for items other than those that are self-explanatory, are as follows:

Item 1 (Contract ID Code). Insert the contract type identification code that appears in the title block of the contract being modified.

Item 3 (Effective date).

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

For a solicitation amendment, change order, or administrative change, the effective date shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change.

For a supplemental agreement, the effective date shall be the date agreed to by the contracting parties.

For a modification issued as an initial or confirming notice of termination for the convenience of the Government, the effective date and the modification number of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date and modification number of the initial notice.

For a modification converting a termination for default to a termination for the convenience of the Government, the effective date shall be the same as the effective date of the termination for default.

For a modification confirming the contracting officer's determination of the amount due in settlement of a contract termination, the effective date shall be the same as the effective date of the initial decision.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

Item 6 (Issued By). Insert the name and address of the issuing office. If applicable, insert the appropriate issuing office code in the code block.

Item 8 (Name and Address of Contractor). For modifications to a contract or order, enter the contractor's name, address, and code as shown in the original contract or order, unless changed by this or a previous modification.

Items 9, (Amendment of Solicitation Number - Dated), and 10, (Modification of Contract/Order Number - Dated). Check the appropriate box and in the corresponding blanks insert the number and date of the original solicitation, contract, or order.

Item 12 (Accounting and Appropriation Data).

When appropriate, indicate the impact of the modification on each affected accounting classification by inserting one of the following entries:

(2) Accounting classification Net decrease $

Include subject matter or short title of solicitation/contract where feasible.

Item 16B. The contracting officer's signature is not required on solicitation amendments. The contracting officer's signature is normally affixed last on supplemental agreements.

(i)

NOTE: If there are changes to multiple accounting classifications that cannot be placed in block 12, insert an asterisk and the words "See continuation sheet".

Item 13. Check the appropriate box to indicate the type of modification. Insert in the corresponding blank the authority under which the modification is issued. Check whether or not contractor must sign this document. (See FAR 43.103.)

Item 14 (Description of Amendment/Modification).

Organize amendments or modifications under the appropriate Uniform Contract Format (UCF) section headings from the applicable solicitation or contract. The UCF table of contents, however, shall not be set forth in this document.

Indicate the impact of the modification on the overall total contract price by inserting one of the following entries:

(i) Total contract price increased by $

(ii) Total contract price decreased by $

(iii) Total contract price unchanged.

State reason for modification.

When removing, reinstating, or adding funds, identify the contract items and accounting classifications.

(g)

(h)

When the SF 30 is used to reflect a determination by the contracting officer of the amount due in settlement of a contract terminated for the convenience of the Government, the entry in Item 14 of the modification may be limited to --

(i) A reference to the letter determination; and

(ii) A statement of the net amount determined to be due in settlement of the contract.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) BACK

(1) Accounting classification Net increase $

National Architecture/Engineering/Interiors Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 47PF0020R0101, Amendment 1.

Amendment 1 to Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 47PF0020R0101, National A/E/I IDIQ hereby incorporates:

● National A/E/I IDIQ Questions and Answers (Round 1)

● PIB 13-04 Attachment 1 - Application of the 6% Fee Limitation

● PIB 13-04 Attachment 2 - AE Fee Limitation Cost Summary Worksheet

● Removal of Attachment 1, Specialized Experience and Technical Competence - Offeror

Worksheet

● A/E/I Submission Clarification Sheet

This amendment also edits the below referenced sections of the the Request for Qualifications:

● STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, Submittal Requirements for Factor A

● STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, Submittal Requirements for Factor B

○ Requirement for Lead Designer: must be a licensed architect or engineer.

● STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, Submittal Requirements for Factor C

● STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, D. Management and Quality Control Plan (10%)

● STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section C

● STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section E

● STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section F

● STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section H

● Email address for submissions

A fully revised version of the Request for Qualifications, dated September 16, 2021 has been attached.

The closing date of Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 47PF0020R0101 remains unchanged at Monday, October 4, 2021 at 5:00 PM CT.

GSA, PBS, REGION 5

IDIQ FOR NATIONAL A/E/I SERVICES

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION NO. 47PF0020R0101

Amendment 1 - 09/16/2021

THIS AMENDMENT IS ISSUED TO ADD OR CHANGE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN THE

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION NO 47PF0020R0101:

1. The Request for Qualifications is revised as follows, and will be updated on sam.gov to reflect these changes:

a. STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, Submittal Requirements for Factor A is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized):

Submit this information only on the SF330 under Section F - Example Projects

Provide no more than five (5) example projects. Three (3) out of the five

(5) project examples must be directly attributable to the Key Designer.

For each example project / contract listed in the completed SF330, the offeror may submit not more than two (2) 8 ½” x 11” pages containing narrative and/or graphic material to more fully describe the offeror’s work.

b. STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, Submittal Requirements for Factor B is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized):

For their submission, the Offeror shall provide a narrative description, not to exceed two 8 ½” x 11” pages, summarizing the Principal or Lead Designer’s philosophy and approach to project solutions and providing examples. Information provided may include appropriate graphic material.

● Submit this information only on the SF330 under Section H4 - Lead Designer and Teams Design Philosophy and Design Intent

The Offeror shall also provide resumes for all key personnel identified.

Resumes shall indicate all relevant experience, professional qualifications, training, education, past performance, team experience and expected availability of each individual listed as a key personnel.

Resumes shall not exceed one (1) 8 ½” x 11” page for each individual.

● The proposed team information should only be submitted on the SF330 under Section C - Proposed Team http://sam.gov/

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION NO. 47PF0020R0101

● The proposed team’s resumes should only be submitted on the SF330 under Section E - Resumes

c. Requirement for Lead Designer: must be a licensed architect or engineer.

d. STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, Submittal Requirements for Factor C is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized):

Offerors are required to submit a minimum of 3 references, but not more than 5

● Submit using the PBS Past Performance Questionnaire - see Appendix A

In addition to the required references above , the Offeror may provide not more than three 8 ½” x 11” pages containing performance recognition documentation related to past performance. Self-provided performance recognition material shall not be rated as highly as information provided by references.

● Submit this self provided performance recognition information only on the SF330 under Section H3 - Past Performance Documentation

e. STAGE I - EVALUATION CRITERIA, D. Management and Quality Control Plan (10%) is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized, removals have been striked through):

This factor evaluates the Offeror’s approach to Project Management and Quality Control, and provides evidence of implementation of project specific Management and Quality Control Plans for relevant past projects.

This factor also evaluates the Offeror’s Project Management Plan and Quality Control Plan, submitted on the SF330, which provides plans tailored directly to this procurement .

The plans or template submitted shall clearly identify key roles and lines of communication, and shall explain steps to ensure cost control, quality control, project team capacity, a nd requirements for all review stages and submittals.

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION NO. 47PF0020R0101

Submittal Requirements for Factor D:

For relevant past projects, offerors shall provide examples of specific Project Management Plans and Quality Control Plans for not more than three (3) past projects the firm/team has employed on past projects .

Each plan submitted should not exceed not more than three 8 ½” x 11” pages. The maximum number of pages for this requirement is 18 pages.

Each Plan submitted may also include a one-page summary outlining areas where the Plan effectively fostered goals for good project management and quality control, including cost and schedule management, responsiveness, resource management, reporting methods, implementation of GSA’s policies, and specificity for project.

One of the three (3) submitted plans may be a template the offeror proposes to use for future Project Management and Quality Control Plans.

For relevant past projects:

● Submit this information under the Factor D of the RFQ

For plans tailored directly to this procurement:

● Submit this information only on the SF330 under Section H1 - Management Plan and Section H2 - Quality Control Plan

f. STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section C is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized):

Section C:

Prioritize team members and only provide those that are the most important to creating the most well rounded team or show your concentrated areas of expertise. It is recommended that firms responsible for the majority of the work submitted in Section F be included. See Factor B

g. STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section E is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized):

Section E:

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION NO. 47PF0020R0101

The A/E Firm should prioritize and provide those that best represent the firm’s ability to accomplish the requirements of this contract. CEOs and other executive personnel should not be submitted unless they will have direct responsibility for accomplishing the task orders under this contract.

It is required that you include the Lead Architectural/Engineering Designer and the Primary Point of Contact that would be responsible for managing this contract and assigning task orders. It is recommended that the Key Personnel directly responsible for work submitted in section F also be included. See Factor B

h. STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section F is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized, removals have been striked through):

Section F:

Form can be modified. Each example project should be no more than three (3) two (2) pages. Photographs, sketches and drawings are strongly encouraged. Only provide five (5) maximum example projects.

Projects should demonstrate ability to successfully accomplish a wide range of project types, sizes, budgets and complexity. Majority of projects should be constructed; all should be designed within the last five (5) years. Three (3) out of the five (5) project examples must be directly attributable to the Key Designer. See Factor A

i. STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 INSTRUCTIONS, Section H is hereby revised as follows (additions are italicized):

Section H:

1. Management Plan (not to exceed 3 pages) to include the firm’s overall Management Philosophy and Intent including project assignment, communication, roles and responsibilities, etc.

2. Quality Control Plan (not to exceed 5 single-sided pages) - providing services within the negotiated fee in compliance with the Brooks Act (see attachment PBS Procurement Instructional Bulletin PIB 13-04), meeting design schedule, designing a project within budget, plan for managing and scheduling the Government’s unpredictable issuance of task orders in terms of number, size and urgency, plan for efficiently covering GSA nationwide. Plans should be tailored directly to this procurement.

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION NO. 47PF0020R0101

3. Past Performance Documentation (for each sample project submitted in section F) See Factor C

Provide copies of any performance evaluations or owner review of firms performance, provide an accessible owner point of contact including name, title, address and current phone number, provide copies (or listing) of awards, provide copies of letters of appreciation/commendations

4. Lead Designer and Teams Design Philosophy and Design Intent (not to exceed 2 single-sided pages) See Factor B

j. ATTACHMENT 1, SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCE - OFFEROR WORKSHEET found in Appendix A is hereby removed. Completion of the form is no longer required nor recommended.

k. All submissions shall be emailed in their entirety by the closing date and time specified, to Krystal Blue at krystal.blue@gsa.gov and Helen Dimonte at helen.dimonte@gsa.gov .

l. The September 13, 2021 closing date for submission of questions has passed.

All questions received in writing by the September 13, 2021 closing date and time specified will be responded to under a forthcoming Amendment.

YOU MUST ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS AND ALL AMENDMENTS AS INDICATED IN BLOCK 11 SHOWN ABOVE. SUBMIT YOUR AMENDMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT WITH YOUR SUBMISSION. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY

RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR SUBMISSION.

mailto:krystal.blue@gsa.gov mailto:helen.dimonte@gsa.gov

See attachment to SF30 for full description of Amendment 1.

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Room 3500 Chicago, IL 60604 USA

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Room 3500 Chicago, IL 60604 USA