47PH0519R0014_Solicitation.pdf

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SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair) 47PH0519R0014 IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid and "bidder".

SOLICITATION

1. SOLICITATION NUMBER

CODE

4. CONTRACT NUMBER

7. ISSUED BY

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date)

11. The contractor shall begin performance within

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and

b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

d. Offers providing less than

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(d) calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

is, is not required.

containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by (hour) award, YES NO notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory negotiable.

calendar days and complete it within calendar days after receiving

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED PAGE OF PAGES

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

PUBLIC BUILDING SERVICES

1919 SMITH ST. STE 1600

HOUSTON, TX 77002

ATTN: ALBERT THIBODEAUX

SEE ATTACHED

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

albert.thibodeaux@gsa.gov

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER

7PQC-HO

ALBERT THIBODEAUX (504)206-8757 or albert.thibodeaux@gsa.gov

6. PROJECT NUMBER

6/21/2017 local time 7/25/2019

3:00 CDT

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement by the Government in writing within stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT

NUMBER

DATE.

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

CODE FACILITY CODE

15. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14.)

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

26. ADMINISTERED BY

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print)

31c. DATE

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK

31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) ( ) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a) ( )

20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

CLIN 0001 - Joint Sealant, Exterior Cleaning, and Window Glazing at 777 Florida St. Baton Rouge, LA $_______________________

OPT CLIN - Joint Sealant, Exterior Leaning and Window Glazing at 707 Florida St. Baton Rouge, LA $_______________________

Total $_______________________

U.S. General Services Administration Public Buildings Service Greater Southwest Region

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June 24, 2019

Scope of Work For Construction Services

1. Project Title: Exterior Building Joint, Cleaning, and Window Glazing with OPTION 1 Baton

Rouge FB Exterior Building Joint and Window Ledge Cleaning

2. Project Location: LA0097BT Russell B. Long Federal Building and Courthouse 777 Florida Street Baton Rouge, LA 70801

OPTION 1 LOCATION

LA0006ZZ

Baton Rouge Federal Building 707 Florida Street Baton Rouge, LA 70801

3. Building Location Hours: Every attempt must be made to ensure normal building operations are not interrupted. Operating hours for this facility are:

Public Access Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Contractor Normal Working Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Contractor Alternate Working Hours: 6:00 pm to 6:00 am for demolition and construction activities that may adversely impact or disrupt building operations.

Notify Project Manager and Building Manager of any work that may cause disruption during the day. If work after hours needs to be accomplished the Project Manager must be notified a minimum of 96 hours in advance.

4. Purpose: This Task Order is for the removal and replacement of Exterior Building Joint backer rods and sealant throughout the Russell B. Long Federal Building and Courthouse, Exterior Building Cleaning and Sealing, and Selective Window Glazing Replacement as shown on the Design Intent Drawings in Attachment 3 with OPTION 1 removal and replacement of Exterior Building Joint backer rods and sealant throughout the Baton Rouge Federal Building and Exterior Window Ledge Cleaning only.

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5. Points of Contact:

5.1 Contracting Officer:

Rod Blouin 1919 Smith Street Suite 1600

Houston, TX 77002 Phone #: 832-397-8458 Roderick.blouin@gsa.gov

5.2 Project Manager:

Jasamine Pettie

Service Centers Division Small Projects Delivery Branch 2 (7PSP) Region 7, Public Buildings Service U.S. General Services Administration 500 Poydras St., Rm 1044 New Orleans, LA 70130 Office: 504-250-2721 jasamine.pettie@gsa.gov

5.3 Property Manager:

Michael Harvey Eastern Service Center (7PSE) Region 7, GSA Public Building Service U.S General Services Administration 707 orida Street, Room 321 Baton Rouge, LA 70801 Office: 225-389-0304 Cell: 504-444-9659 michael.harvey@gsa.gov

5.4 Other: R7 Security Clearance Coordinators

r7clearance@gsa.gov

6. Notice to Proceed:

6.1 The Contracting Officer is the ONLY individual from the Government that can give the contractor a notice to proceed.

6.2 Before any of the work within the scope of the contract is started, the Contractor shall confer with the COR (Contracting Officer’s Representative) and agree on a sequence of procedure; means of access to premises and building; delivery of material and use of approaches; use of corridors, stairways, elevators, and similar means of communications;

and the location partitions, eating spaces for Contractor’s employees and the like.

6.3 After a Notice to Proceed is given the Contractor has 7 days to provide schedule.

mailto:Roderick.blouin@gsa.gov mailto:jasamine.pettie@gsa.gov tel:225-389-0304 tel:504-444-9659 mailto:michael.harvey@gsa.gov

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7. Period of Performance: The total period of performance for this task order is 410 days, and includes 45 calendar days for required security clearances, pre-work submittals, and material ordering. Actual construction period of performance is 365 calendar days.

7.1 Contractor must initiate fitness determination process (security clearance) within 10 days of

Zone B HSPD-12 instructional email.

7.2 Material must be on site by TBD

7.3 Required start date: TBD

7.4 Required substantial completion date: TBD

8. Description of Work: Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, tools, equipment and daily supervision to accomplish tasks as outlined in contract documents. Contractor is also responsible for all necessary safety measures.

8.1 Division 1 General Requirements

8.1.1 Work Sequence – Coordination between PM, facility tenants, Property Manager, and Contractor on sequence of events for portions of the building work to occur required immediately following award.

8.1.2 Daily clean up - All work space, staging areas, areas used for moving materials, trash, tools, etc. are to be kept clean at all times. All trash from the day’s work is to be removed and work site clean and orderly.

8.1.3 Protection - Contractor is responsible for protection of existing finishes, utilities, etc.

in the facility, and must maintain a separation of work area from adjacent spaces.

Site is to be secured at end of day. Contactor shall be responsible for the security of the work site.

8.2 Division 2: Existing Conditions

8.2.1 Facility Exterior Joints and Concrete Surfaces.

8.2.1.1 Remove all existing sealant and backer rods from all vertical and horizontal building surfaces including exterior walls, window frames, door frames, site planters, and walkways.

8.2.1.2 Exterior Cleaning (see 8.3.1.2.1).

8.3 Division 32: Exterior Improvements

8.3.1 Long Federal Building

8.3.1.1 Joint Sealant:

8.3.1.1.1 Remove all existing sealant and backer rods from all vertical and horizontal building surfaces including exterior walls, window frames, door frames, site planters, and walkways.

8.3.1.1.2 Install a polyurethane based joint sealant and associated backer rods in accordance with manufacturer’s installation instructions and details.

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8.3.1.1.3 Joint sealant shall be Sikaflex Pro by Sika Corporation or product of equal specification and performance and shall match existing joint sealant in color.

8.3.1.1.3.1 Perform test installation of 2 LF (linear feet) for approval by

Project Manager and Historic Preservation Officer.

8.3.1.1.4 Conduct preconstruction field-adhesion testing for all elastomeric joint seals according to Method A, Field-Applied Sealant Joint Hand Pull Tab, in Appendix X1 in ASTM C 1193 or Method A, Tail Procedure, in

ASTM C 1521.

8.3.1.1.5 Do not install joint sealants during inclement weather or when such conditions are expected. Allow wet surfaces to dry.

8.3.1.1.6 Do not install primers or sealants when atmospheric temperatures or joint surface temperatures are less than 40 deg. F (4 deg. C).

8.3.1.1.7 Do not install sealant when temperature is less than 5 deg F (3 deg C) below dew point.

8.3.1.2 Exterior Cleaning and Sealing:

8.3.1.2.1 Perform field testing of 1 SF area for approval by Project Manager and Historic Preservation Officer.

8.3.1.2.2 Perform complete cleaning of the exterior ledges via progressive means testing the least abrasive methods for effectiveness in removal of masonry weathering and increasing methods as required to facilitate removal on all vertical and horizontal building surfaces including exterior walls, steps, light wells, windows, window frames, doors, door frames, site planters, handrails, site monuments, and walkways. Recommended progression as follows with Project Manager approval prior to elevating to next measure:

8.3.1.2.2.1 Not greater than 100 psi warm pressure washing (water only) with bristle brush agitation.

8.3.1.2.2.2 Bristle brush agitation and cleaning with Prosoco Sure Klean® Heavy Duty Restoration Cleaner or cleaner of equivalent performance and specifications.

8.3.1.2.2.3 Bristle brush agitation with one (1) part 8.25% sodium hypochlorite bleach and one (1) part warm water low pressure (100 psi).

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8.3.1.2.3 Exterior surface cleaning shall be completed at all exterior elevations of the building, including balconies, penthouse and other areas where exterior windows are located.

8.3.1.2.4 Exterior surface cleaning work shall commence and be completed in compliance with all manufacturers’ requirements for the sealant work completed as part of this project.

8.3.1.2.5 Exterior surface cleaning work shall commence and be completed in compliance with the manufacturers’ requirements for protection of all existing surfaces of the building and hardscape and all landscape.

8.3.1.2.6 Exterior surface sealing shall commence following cleaning operations and will consist of applying a water-repellent sealer to all vertical and horizontal surfaces identified in this scope of work.

8.3.1.2.7 Water-repellent sealer shall be MasterProtect H 440 VT by BASF or product of like specification and performance.

8.3.1.2.8 All window and door glazing affected by cleaning operations shall be cleaned with no deleterious matter or streaks.

8.3.1.3 Exterior Window Glazing Replacement:

8.3.1.3.1 Remove and replace all window glazing with failed or damaged gas seals. (see DID in Attachment 3).

8.3.1.3.2 Remove, crate, store, repair, and reinstall all art glass located on the

2nd and 3rd floor for access to window glazing behind art glass. Work to be done by specialist (stained glass firm, fine arts conservator, fine arts handling company) who has completed at least 2 projects of similar size and scope within last 5 years.

8.3.1.3.2.1 Document removal to ensure panes go back in same

locations

8.3.1.3.2.2 Store panes in same orientation.

8.3.1.3.2.3 Retain original hardware.

8.3.1.3.2.4 Replace all glazing behind art glass on the 2nd and 3rd floors west elevation. Existing art glass damaged prior to removal under this contract shall be replaced and repaired by aforementioned specialist.

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8.3.1.4 Contractor shall coordinate all work schedules with the GSA Building Manager and Project Manager.

8.3.1.5 Thorough daily cleanups shall be conducted around work area and prior to leaving for the day. No tools or materials shall be left unattended at any time.

Items left unattended are subject to removal from the premises.

8.3.1.6 Contractor shall be responsible for taking necessary precautions to protect existing building finishes such as doors, door frames, windows, window frames, and exterior walls during the Exterior Caulking and Cleaning work.

Any damage to facilities which is deemed the fault of the Contractor shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at no cost to the Government and to a condition as good as or better than existed before the Contractor’s work experience on the project.

8.3.1.7 The Contractor is responsible for ensuring no water entry into the Building during Cleaning Operations.

8.3.1.8 All shrubs, groundcover, bushes and trees shall be protected and replaced if damaged by Contractor operations.

9. Options: An option provides an amount proposed by the Contractor and stated on the Bid Form for certain work that may be added (or deducted - preference is for add options) by the Government to the project Work within a specific time after award of the task order. The amount for an option shall be the net total addition (or deduction) to the task order price to incorporate the option work into the project Work.

Option work shall include miscellaneous devices, accessory objects and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation, whether or not mentioned as part of the option description.

Selection: An option must be accepted by the Government within 30 days calendar days after award of the task order in order to be included in the project Work. Each option must be accepted by the Government within the time stated in order to be included in the project Work.

Notification: If an option is accepted, the Contractor shall immediately notify each party involved, in writing.

Coordination: The Contractor shall adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely and fully integrate the accepted option work into the project Work.

Evaluation: Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government’s best interests, the Government will evaluate offers for award purposes

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Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

9.1 Option #1 - Baton Rouge Federal Building

9.1.1 Joint Sealant:

9.1.1.1 Remove all existing hard and elastomeric sealant and backer rods from all vertical and horizontal building surfaces including exterior walls, window frames, door frames, and site planters.

9.1.1.2 Install a polyurethane based joint sealant and associated backer rods in accordance with manufacturer’s installation instructions and details.

9.1.1.3 Elastomeric joint sealant shall be Sikaflex Pro by Sika Corporation or product of equal specification and performance and shall match existing joint sealant in color.

9.1.1.3.1 Perform test installation of 2 LF (linear feet) for approval by

Project Manager and Historic Preservation Officer.

9.1.1.4 Where applicable, hard horizontal joint sealant shall match existing joint sealant in color.

9.1.1.5 Conduct preconstruction field-adhesion testing for all elastomeric joint seals according to Method A, Field-Applied Sealant Joint Hand Pull Tab, in Appendix X1 in ASTM C 1193 or Method A, Tail Procedure, in ASTM C 1521.

9.1.1.6 Do not install joint sealants during inclement weather or when such conditions are expected. Allow wet surfaces to dry.

9.1.1.7 Do not install primers or sealants when atmospheric temperatures or joint surface temperatures are less than 40 deg. F (4 deg. C).

9.1.1.8 Do not install sealant when temperature is less than 5 deg F (3 deg C) below dew point.

9.1.2 Exterior Ledge Cleaning ONLY:

9.1.2.1 Perform field testing of 1 SF area for approval by Project Manager and Historic Preservation Officer.

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9.1.2.2 Perform complete cleaning of the exterior ledges via progressive means testing the least abrasive methods for effectiveness in removal of masonry weathering and increasing methods as required to facilitate removal.

Recommended progression as follows with Project Manager approval prior to elevating to next measure:

9.1.2.2.1 Not greater than 100 psi warm pressure washing (water only) with bristle brush agitation.

9.1.2.2.2 Bristle brush agitation and cleaning with Prosoco Sure Klean® Heavy Duty Restoration Cleaner or cleaner of equivalent performance and specifications.

9.1.2.2.3 Bristle brush agitation with one (1) part 8.25% sodium hypochlorite bleach and one (1) part warm water low pressure (100 psi).

9.1.2.3 Exterior ledge surface cleaning work shall commence and be completed in compliance with the manufacturers’ requirements for protection of all other existing surfaces of the building and hardscape and all landscape.

9.1.2.4 All window and door glazing affected by cleaning operations shall be cleaned with no deleterious matter or streaks.

9.1.3 Contractor shall coordinate all work schedules with the GSA Building Manager and Project Manager.

9.1.4 Thorough daily cleanups shall be conducted around work area and prior to leaving for the day. No tools or materials shall be left unattended at any time. Items left unattended are subject to removal from the premises.

9.1.5 Contractor shall be responsible for taking necessary precautions to protect existing building finishes such as doors, door frames, windows, window frames, and exterior walls during the Exterior Caulking and Cleaning work. Any damage to facilities which is deemed the fault of the Contractor shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at no cost to the Government and to a condition as good as or better than existed before the Contractor’s work experience on the project.

9.1.6 The Contractor is responsible for ensuring no water entry into the Building during

Cleaning Operations.

9.1.7 All shrubs, groundcover, bushes and trees shall be protected and replaced if damaged by Contractor operations.

10. Liquidated Damages: Liquidated Damages will be $128.00 per day beyond the scheduled Substantial Completion Date.

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11. Sustainability:

11.1 Green Purchasing: See attachment 1: green purchasing requirements

11.2 Waste Diversion: Fourteen days from Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall submit to the

Project Manager an updated Non-Hazardous Solid Waste Management Plan attachment 2:

Waste Diversion Plan, to include (not limited to):

a) List of materials Contractor will reuse

b) List of materials the Contractor will donate and name and address of donation recipient.

c) List of materials the Contractor will recycle and the name and address of the recycler. If Contractor receives recycling revenue, Contractor shall keep revenue and provide receipt for GSA for reference.

d) Name and location of solid waste landfill for non-diverted material.

12. Other Requirements:

12.1 Purchase of Equipment: N/A

12.2 Building Specific Requirements

12.2.1 Parking: TBD

12.2.2 Building Specific Access Requirements: See 7.1

12.2.3 After-Hours Coordination: See Section 3

12.2.4 Loading Dock Use (During Duty & After-Hours): TBD

12.2.5 Common Area Cleaning: See Scope

12.2.6 Utility Outages: Notify PM at 14 days before

12.2.7 Hot Work Permits: Coordinate with PM

12.2.8 Key Control: TBD

12.3 Bid Schedule should be provided in the format per Attachment 3 (See 14.3). Include a summary page followed by the breakout as shown in the sample.

13. Submittals:

13.1 Critical Path Method Schedule

13.2 Waste Diversion Submittal: Preconstruction

13.3 Waste Diversion Submittal: Post Construction

13.4 Green Purchasing items

13.5 Product Brochure or manufacturer information as described in the scope

13.6 Finish Schedule

13.7 Shop Drawing

13.8 Safety Plan

14. Attachments:

14.1 Attachment 1: Green Purchasing

14.2 Attachment 2: Waste Diversion Plan

14.3 Attachment 3: Drawings and Specifications

15. Closeout Plan:

15.1 Final Punch list complete

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15.2 Customer Acceptance

15.3 Dimensioned Redline Drawing

15.4 Close Out Documents (O&M Manuals, Warranty, Certified payrolls and Release of Claims, Waste Diversion documentation)

15.5 Final Invoice

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Attachment 1: Green Purchasing

Sustainability:

● Green Purchasing:

o The contractor shall refer to the “Green Procurement Compilation” for all products being installed in federal facilities. The Green Procurement Compilation can be found at https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement. The standards found in this compilation shall guide all product purchasing decisions as they relate to federal facilities.

o The use of the following standards (“Key Sustainable Product” or “KSP” standards) is mandatory for all contracts and task orders. See https://sftool.gov/green-products/1037/key-sustainable-products for more details.

▪ Nylon Carpet: NSF-140 Platinum or Cradle to Cradle Bronze.

▪ Resilient Flooring (e.g. vinyl and linoleum): NSF-332 (any level) or Cradle to

Cradle (any level)

▪ Interior Latex Paint: Master Painters Institute (MPI) Extreme Green or Green

Seal 11.

▪ Acoustical Ceiling Tiles: > 15% post-consumer recycled content.

▪ Water-Consuming Equipment: WaterSense Certified.

A. For each KSP listed, the Contractor shall submit proof of compliance to the CO or his designee prior to the installation of the product or material. The CO’s designee shall verify compliance.

B. If the KSP materials listed above are 1) not reasonably available within a reasonable period of time; 2) fail to meet the performance standards set forth in the specification or fail to meet reasonable performance standards of GSA; or 3) are available only at an unreasonable price, only then can the Contractor use other types of products. In these cases the Contractor shall select products and materials, to the extent possible, which are the safest and most environmentally friendly. Exemptions must be submitted in writing and can only be approved by the CO.

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Attachment 2: Waste Diversion Plan

2. Submital Type: Pre-Construction or Final (Circle Appropriate Type).

3. ePM Number: (Should receive from GSA PM).

4. Field Office: Circle Appropriate Field Office: (Oklahoma City, Tulsa, New Mexico, Little

Rock, Shreveport, Tyler, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Dallas, Fort Worth, Lubbock, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, McAllen, El Paso).

5. GSA Project Manager:

6. Contract Number:

7. Categories to Track:

a) Carpet: (rolled or tiled) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

b) Architectural: (doors, windows, frames, millwork) Weight(lbs):____Recover Method:___________

c) Ferrous Metals: (structural steel, studs, rebar) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover

Method:___________

d) Non-Ferrous: (wire, piping, duct) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

e) Aggregate: (concrete, brick, blocks) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

f) Plumbing Fixtures: (sinks, toilets, urinals) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

g) Furniture: (Systems, casual, equip.) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

h) Ceiling/Wall: (gypsum, tiles) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

i) Roofing: (shingles, paper, membrane) Weight(lbs):_____ Recover Method:___________

j) Landfill Hauler:

k) Landfill Waste:

GSA Solicitation No 47PH0519R0014.

Document: C201 - LPTA GC/APRIL 2019 (The Solicitation)

Construction Contract for: Exterior Building Joint, Cleaning, and Window Glazing with OPTION 1 Baton Rouge FB Exterior Building Joint and Window Ledge Cleaning

The Solicitation

Notice to Offerors of Total Small Business Concern Eligible Under the Total Small Business Program

The General Services Administration (GSA) is setting aside the contract under the following clause found in the Agreement:

52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set Aside

Table of Contents

I. General Information A. The Solicitation and Contract B. List of Solicitation Documents C. Authorized Representatives D. Pre-Proposal Conference E. Estimated Price Range F. FAR 52.228-1 Bid Guarantee G. FAR 52.236-27 Site Visit – Construction H. Receipt of Offers

II. Proposals

A. Proposal Contents B. Proposal Format C. Price Proposal D. Technical Proposal E. Other Information to be Submitted with Proposal F. Requirements of Joint Venture Offerors

III. General Provisions

A. Availability of Funds B. Requests for Clarification or Interpretation C. Notice to Small Business Firms D. Information Concerning the Disclosure of Solicitation Results E. Affirmative Procurement Program F. Notice Concerning Preparation of Proposals G. Contractor Performance Information H. Safeguarding Documents Designated as Sensitive But Unclassified

IV. FAR/GSAR Solicitation Provisions A. FAR 52.211-1 Availability of Specifications Listed in the GSA Index of Federal

Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR 101-29 B. FAR 52.211-3, Availability of Specifications Not Listed in the GSA Index of

Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Items Description C. FAR 52.216-1 Type Of Contract D. FAR 52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements-Secondary Site of Work E. FAR 52.222-23 Notice of Requirement for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal

Employment Opportunity for Construction F. FAR 52.225-10 Notice of Buy American Requirement-Construction Materials G. Buy American Exceptions H. FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest I. FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference J. GSAR 552.102 Incorporating Provisions and Clauses by Reference K. Certified Cost or Pricing Data L. Additional Provisions

(i) GSAR 552.236-74, Evaluation of Options (Mar 2019)

(ii) GSAR 552.236-75, Evaluation Exclusive of Options (Mar 2019)

(iii) GSAR Clause 552.236-77, Government’s Right to Exercise Options (Mar 2019)

V. Instructions to Offerors and Clauses A. FAR 52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors – Competitive Acquisition B. FAR 52.223-21, FOAMS (Jun 2016) C. FAR 52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 D. Security Requirements E. Additional Clauses

(i). GSAR Clause 552.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution and Completion of Work(Mar 2019) (ii). GSAR Clause 552.211-12, Liquidated Damages-Construction (Mar 2019) (iii). GSAR Clause 552.211-13, Time Extensions (Mar 2019) (iv). GSAR Clause 552.211-70, Substantial Completion (Mar 2019) (v). GSAR Clause 552.232-5, Payment Under Fixed Price Construction Contracts (Mar 2019) (vi). GSAR Clause 552.236-6, Superintendence by the Contractor (Mar 2019) (vii). GSAR Clause 552.236-11, Use and Possession Prior to Completion (Mar 2019) (viii). GSAR Clause 552.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts (mar 2019) (ix). GSAR Clause 552.236-21, Specifications and Drawings for Construction (Mar 2019) (x). GSAR Clause 552.236-70, Authorities and Limitations (Mar 2019) (xi). GSAR Clause 552.236-71, Contractor Responsibilities (Mar 2019) (xii). GSAR Clause 552.236-72, Submittals (Mar 2019) (xiii). GSAR Clause 552.236-73, Subcontracts (Apr 1984) (xiv). GSAR Clause 552.243-71, Equitable Adjustments (Mar 2019)

VI. Method Of Award A. Evaluation of Offers – Lowest Price Technically Acceptable B. Lowest Price Technically Acceptable Process C. Determination of Responsibility D. Price Reasonableness/Price Realism E. Unbalanced Price F. Total Evaluated Price G. Non-Price Factors H. Evaluation of Joint Venture Offers

552.219-71 Notice to Offerors of Subcontracting Plan Requirements (OCT 2016)

The General Services Administration (GSA) is committed to assuring that maximum practicable opportunity is provided to small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns to participate in the performance of this contract consistent with its efficient performance. GSA expects any subcontracting plan submitted pursuant to FAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan, to reflect this commitment. Consequently, an offeror, other than a small business concern, before being awarded a contract exceeding $700,000 ($1,500,000 for construction), must demonstrate that its subcontracting plan represents a creative and innovative program for involving small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled vet

I. General Information

I.A. The Solicitation and Contract

(1) This Solicitation sets forth requirements for proposals for a Contract to construct the Project described in the Solicitation Documents. Proposals conforming to the Solicitation requirements will be evaluated in accordance with the Method of Award set forth herein. The Government will award the Contract to the selected Offeror, subject to the conditions set forth herein.

(2) Neither the Solicitation nor any part of an Offeror's proposal shall be part of the Contract except to the extent expressly incorporated therein by the Contracting Officer.

(3) The Offeror's proposal submitted in response to this Solicitation shall constitute a firm offer.

No contract shall be formed unless and until the Contracting Officer has countersigned the SF 1442 submitted by an Offeror, and delivered to the Contractor a copy of the SF 1442 with original signatures together with the Agreement reflecting the Offeror's proposed prices.

I.B. List of Solicitation Documents The Solicitation Documents are comprised of:

(1) The Solicitation

(2) Offeror Representations and Certifications Form

(3) Standard Form (SF) 1442 – Solicitation Offer and Award

(4) The Agreement and Attachments to the Agreement

(5) Other Forms Required For Submission with Proposals I.C. Authorized Representatives

The following individuals are designated as the authorized GSA representatives under this Solicitation:

Authorized Representative Information:

Contracting Officer’s Information

Name: Roderick Blouin

Authorized Representative Information:

Address: 500 Poydras St. Ste 1010

Telephone: 713-875-0632

Email: Roderick.blouin@gsa.gov

Alternate POC Information

Name: Albert Thibodeaux

Address: 1919 Smith St. Ste 1600

Telephone: 504-206-8757

Email:albert.thibodeaux@gsa.gov

I.D. Pre-Proposal Conference

Date: July 1st, 2019

Time: 10:00 am CDT

Location: 777 Florida St. Baton Rouge, LA 70801

I.E. Estimated Price Range The estimated price range for the Project is between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

I.F. FAR 52.228-1 Bid Guarantee (Sep 96)

(a) Failure to furnish a bid guarantee in the proper form and amount, by the time set for opening of bids, may be cause for rejection of the bid.

(b) The bidder shall furnish a bid guarantee in the form of a firm commitment, e.g., bid bond supported by good and sufficient surety or sureties acceptable to the Government, postal money order, certified check, cashier’s check, irrevocable letter of credit, or, under Treasury Department regulations, certain bonds or notes of the United States. The Contracting Officer will return bid guarantees, other than bid bonds—

(1) To unsuccessful bidders as soon as practicable after the opening of bids; and

(2) To the successful bidder upon execution of contractual documents and bonds

(including any necessary coinsurance or reinsurance agreements), as required by the bid as accepted.

(c) The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20 percent of the bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less.

(d) If the successful bidder, upon acceptance of its bid by the Government within the period specified for acceptance, fails to execute all contractual documents or furnish executed bond(s) within 10 days after receipt of the forms by the bidder, the Contracting Officer may terminate the contract for default.

(e) In the event the contract is terminated for default, the bidder is liable for any cost of acquiring the work that exceeds the amount of its bid, and the bid guarantee is available to offset the difference.

I.G. FAR 52.236-27 Site Visit – Construction (Feb 95)

(1) The clauses at FAR 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, and FAR 52.236-3, Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, Offerors are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

Site visit will be held at the following dates and times:

Date: July 1st, 2019

Time: 10:00 am CDT

Pre-registration is required for all attendees to the pre-proposal Site Visit. The Site Visit shall be limited to not more than four (4) representatives from each Offeror. Participants must have a valid, Government issued picture identification, driver’s license preferred, to gain access for the pre-proposal Site Visit. Notification of the location of entry, where attendees are required to meet, and all other requirements for the Site Visit will be issued to the Offerors.

I.H. Receipt of Offers

(1) In order to be considered for award, offers conforming to the requirements of the Solicitation must be received at the following office no later than 4:00 pm local time on the following date and at the following address.

Date: July 25, 2019 Address: albert.thibodeaux@gsa.gov

REQEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI’S) DUE VIA EMAIL NLT NOON MONDAY JULY 8, 2019

EMAIL TO ALBERT.THIBODEAUX@GSA.GOV

(2) Offers sent by commercial package delivery and hand delivery shall be deemed received as of the date and time of delivery to the office designated for receipt of offers.

(3) Offers sent by United States Mail shall be deemed timely if delivered to the address of the government installation designated for receipt of offers on or before the date established for receipt of offers.

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II. Proposals

II.A. Proposal Contents

Proposals shall consist of the following documents, completed and executed in accordance with this Solicitation:

1. Price Proposal

2. Technical Proposal

3. Representations and Certifications

4. Standard Form 24, Bid Bond

5. Subcontracting Plan

6. GSA Form 527 – Contractor’s Qualification and Financial Information

7. Other Documents as Required

II.B. Proposal Format Proposal shall be submitted electronically to albert.thibodeaux@gsa.gov

II.C. Price Proposal

(1) Contents

The Price Proposal shall consist of the SF 1442 and the Agreement, with prices and/or rates indicated for each price element shown on the pricing form included in Section II of the Agreement. Indicate the Base Contract Price, or if no such distinction is made, the Contract Price, in Block 17 of the SF 1442, which must be fully executed by the Offeror.

(2) Qualifications, Exclusions and Conditions

If the Offeror communicates in its proposal any qualifications, exclusions, or conditions to the proposed prices not provided for in the Contract Documents, the Contracting Officer may reject the proposal and exclude the Offeror from further discussions.

(3) Additional Proposal Requirements

II.D. Technical Proposal

The Technical Proposal shall include the information requested below for the non-price factors further described in Section VI.

(1) Experience on Similar Projects This factor evaluates the extent of the Offeror’s past experience as a firm in providing similar construction services to determine the firm’s experience in completing the tasks detailed in the performance work statement.

The Offeror must demonstrate successful experience as a General Construction (GC) Contractor responsible for the construction of at least two (2) similar projects substantially completed within the last five (5) years. A “similar project” is defined as a project that is comparable in nature, type, and complexity as defined by all of the following characteristics:

● Project involved the exterior cleaning of a comparably sized structure;

● Project was performed in an occupied and functioning office building;

● Project involved removal and replacement of window glazing with failed or damaged gas seals;

● Project included removal of, crate, store, repair and reinstall of all art glass. Work to be done by specialist (stained glass firm, fine arts conservator, fine arts handling company) who has completed at least 2 projects of similar size and scope within last 5 years

● Project included historic restoration and repair of a building listed or eligible to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places;

● Project included requirements for noise control

● The total project construction cost at award of the construction contract(s) was not less than $500,000.00

(2) Technical Approach

This factor evaluates the Offerors’ understanding of work to be accomplished.

The Offeror must provide a narrative:

● Narrative format and shall provide a detailed plan for how the Contractor plans to execute the work specified in the Contract Documents

● Discuss the sequencing of work and on how the Offeror intends to manage their subcontractors in order to insure a smooth working relationship with the occupants of the building

● Discuss the Offeror’s procedures to ensure strict quality control relative to both workmanship and materials

● Management systems that the Offeror will use to monitor cost, schedule, environmental, and safety

(3) Schedule

This factor evaluates the Offerors’ demonstrated qualifications of the schedule.

The Offeror must provide a schedule:

● Submitted for the proposed total contract duration in calendar days from the notice to proceed On-Site Construction Superintendent

● Provide a tabular schedule printout indicating major activity and major activity duration

II.E. Other Information to Submit with Proposal

(1) Representations and Certifications

Offerors are reminded their SAM registration status must be “Active”, at the time their offer is submitted, to be considered for award (see 52.204-7). Offerors submitting a proposal in response to this Solicitation shall complete electronic Annual Representations and Certifications in conjunction with required Entity registration in System for Award Management (SAM), accessed via System for Award Management. Offerors shall also submit with their proposal, the Annual Representations and Certifications (FAR 52.204-8), using the attached Offeror’s Representations and Certifications (C301-SAT).

(2) Qualifications of Offerors

Offerors submitting a proposal in response to this Solicitation shall submit with their proposal evidence of their financial responsibility and capacity to perform the Contract. Offerors shall https://www.sam.gov/ submit this information on GSA Form 527 – Contractor’s Qualifications and Financial Information. Where applicable, point of contact, including names and telephone numbers, are required for all contracts listed.

II.F. Requirements of Joint Venture Offerors

(1) All offers submitted by joint ventures must include a copy of an executed joint venture agreement (with original signatures) which fully discloses the legal identity of each member of the joint venture, the relationship between the members, the form of ownership of each member, and any limitations on liability or authority for each member.

(2) An authorized representative of each member of the joint venture must sign the SF 1442 accompanying an offer regardless of any agency relationship established between the members.

(3) In the case of corporations that are joint venture members, the corporation secretary must certify that the corporation is authorized to participate in the joint venture, either by so certifying in the joint venture agreement, or by submitting a separate certification to the Government. The joint venture must also provide a certificate that identifies a principal representative of the joint venture with full authority to bind the joint venture.

(4) Representations and certifications, financial information, and past performance information must be submitted for each member of the joint venture.

III. General Provisions

III.A. Availability of Funds

Issuance of this Solicitation does not warrant that funds are presently available for award of a Contract. Award of the contract shall be subject to the availability of appropriated funds, and the Government shall incur no obligation under this Solicitation in advance of such time as funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for the purpose of contract award.

III.B. Requests for Clarification or Interpretation

The Government will attempt to answer all requests for clarifications or interpretations of the Solicitation Documents prior to the date set for receipt of offers, but do not warrant that all such requests will be answered within 15 calendar days. Prospective Offerors should make such requests not less than 15 calendar days prior to the date set for receipt of offers.

III.C. Notice to Small Business Firms

A program for the purpose of assisting qualified small business concerns in obtaining certain bid, payment, or performance bonds that are otherwise not obtainable is available through the Small Business Administration (SBA) (Small Business Administration). For information concerning SBA's surety bond guarantee assistance, contact your SBA District Office.

http://www.sba.gov/

III.D. Information Concerning the Disclosure of Solicitation Results

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

III.E. Affirmative Procurement Program

GSA has implemented an Affirmative Procurement Program (APP) intended to maximize the use of recovered materials, environmentally preferable, and bio-based products. Offerors should familiarize themselves with the requirements for using and reporting on the use of such materials in performance as set forth in the Agreement. Refer to Clause FAR 52.223-10 encouraging vendors to practice waste reduction.

III.F. Notice Concerning Preparation of Proposals

Offerors are cautioned to carefully read the entire Solicitation and the Agreement to be included in the Contract contemplated by the Solicitation in order to be fully aware of all requirements and clauses in the contemplated Contract. Verify that all blanks requiring information to be supplied in an Offer have been properly filled out, that all pricing and other numerical data is accurately calculated, and that all copies of the Offer contain the same information.

III.G. Contractor Performance Information

(1) Evaluating Contractor Performance: The General Services Administration is using the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) module as the secure, confidential, information management tool to facilitate the performance evaluation process.

CPARS enables a comprehensive evaluation by capturing comments from both GSA and the contractor. The website for CPARS is Contractor Performance Assessment

Completed CPARS evaluations are sent to the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) which may then be used by Federal acquisition community for use in making source selection decisions. PPIRS assists acquisition officials by serving as the single source for contractor past performance data.

(2) CPARS Registration: Each award requiring an evaluation must be registered in CPARS.

The contractor will receive several automated emails. Within thirty days of award, the contractor will receive an e-mail that contains user account information, as well as the applicable contract and order number(s) assigned. Contractors will be granted one user account to access all evaluations.

(3) Contractor CPARS Training: Contractors may sign up for CPARS training. A schedule of classes will be posted to the CPARS training site (CPARS Training) and updated as needed.

(4) Contractor Representative (CR) Role: All evaluations will be sent the Contractor Representative (CR) named on your award. The CR will be able to access CPARS to review and comment on the evaluation. If your CR is not already in the CPARS system, the contracting officer will request the name and email address of the person that will be responsible for the CR role on your award.

Once an evaluation is ready to be released the CR will receive an email alerting them the evaluation is ready for their review and comment. The email will indicate the time frame the CR http://www.cpars.gov/ https://www.cpars.gov/webtrain.htm has to respond to the evaluation; however, the CR may return the evaluation earlier than this date.

GSA shall provide for review at a level above the contracting officer (i.e., contracting director) to consider any disagreement between GSA and the contractor regarding GSA’s evaluation of the contractor. Based on the review, the individual at a level above the contracting officer will issue the ultimate conclusion on the performance evaluation.

Copies of the evaluations, contractor responses, and review comments, if any, will be retained as part of the contract file.

III.H. Safeguarding Documents Designated as Sensitive But Unclassified

Certain information contained in the Solicitation Documents may have been designated as Sensitive but Unclassified (SBU) building information. With respect to such information, Offerors shall agree to the terms for receipt of such information, as set forth in the provision “Administrative Matters” in Section III of the Agreement, as a condition of receipt of such information.

IV. FAR/GSAR Solicitation Provisions

IV.A. FAR 52.211-1 Availability of Specifications Listed in the GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29 (AUG 98)

(a) The GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29, and copies of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained for a fee by submitting a request to—

GSA Federal Supply Service Specifications Section, Suite 8100 470 East L’Enfant Plaza, SW Washington, DC 20407

Telephone (202) 619-8925 Facsimile (202) 619-8978

(b) If the General Services Administration, Department of Agriculture, or Department of

Veterans Affairs issued this solicitation, a single copy of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained free of charge by submitting a request to the addressee in paragraph (a) of this provision. Additional copies will be issued for a fee.

IV.B. FAR 52.211-3 Availability of Specifications Not Listed in the GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions (JUN 1988)

(Applicable to solicitations that cite specifications not listed in the Index and are not furnished with the solicitation)

(a) The specifications cited in this solicitation may be obtained from: GSA Specifications Unit at (202) 755-0325. MIL Specifications may be obtained by calling (215) 697-2179.

(b) The request should identify the solicitation number and the specification required by date, title, and number as cited in the solicitation.

IV.C. FAR 52.216-1 Type of Contract (APR 84) The Government contemplates award of a Firm-Fixed-Price contract resulting from this solicitation.

IV.D. FAR 52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work

(MAY 14)

(a)(1) The offeror shall notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements, of this solicitation.

(2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a determination from the Contracting Officer.

(b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer.

(2) The due date for…