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AG-67T0-S-16-0032 – McKelvie Admin Site Pre-Proposal Meeting – August 24, 2016 1200 CDT at McKelvie Admin Site Attendees: Brenda Anderson & Paul Lans FS; Fuller Electric; ICD Builders Inc General Notes:

· Proposals are due September 19, 2016 by 4:00 pm MDT. With a proposal, the proposal are evaluated against the evaluation criteria listed in Section M. Please review Sections K, L, and M for how to submit your proposal. Ensure you provide the requested information. Missing information may cause your proposal to be non-responsive. Non-responsive proposals will not be considered for award.

· All Questions must be submitted to the Contracting Officer –answers to any questions received will be posted on Federal Business Opportunities website. No questions will be accepted after August 25, 2016 at noon MDT. Please note the due date for proposals and questions are Mountain Daylight Time. The Site Visit is Central Daylight time.

· Contractors are encouraged to visit the job site on their own – the scheduled Site Visit today is the only authorized visit with Government personal.

· Scope of work: The project consists of various improvements including architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical system upgrades to create a living quarters within an existing office building. The project also includes the decommissioning of 5 buildings and rehabilitation of two ancillary buildings. The work will be on the Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands at the McKelvie Administrative Site of the Bessey Ranger District, located approximately 35 miles southwest of Valentine, Nebraska. The contractor shall provide any and all labor, equipment, supplies, services, permits, licensing, supervision, workman’s compensation, unemployment insurance, and transportation to accomplish all work necessary for project.

· Price Range: The Government's estimate is: below $400,000.

· To be eligible for award under this contract, you must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) – this is a free service – you do not need to pay to register in this system. If your registration is not active, you will not be considered for award.

· A Bid Bond is required for this project with your proposal. Upon award Payment and Performance Bonds are also required. Have bonding companies check for the latest version of the forms as the SF-24, SF-25, and SF25a are being revised.

· Wage Rates that cover the program of work is covered under NE 160023 and NE 160067.

· Safety is of highest concern on all Government projects. Contractors are responsible for their own safety program – see the OSHA site for safety requirements.

Questions/Answers:

Q. How long are prices good for? 120 days?

a. Prices are to be good for 60 calendar days. The contract period of time is for 120 calendar days.

Q. Are the site visits mandatory?

a. The site visits are not mandatory, it is the contractor’s responsibility to visit the site to ensure they are familiar with the work and location to protect themselves when submitting a proposal.

Q. When do you plan for the work to start?

Q. Will the meeting notes be posted with a list of attendees?

a. Yes, if a meeting is held or any questions are asked, the question and answers will be posted.

Overview of the project

· Schedule of items.

· Asbestos abatement has been completed for this project as far as we know.

· Contractor is responsible for coordinating with Electric Utility Company for electric service changes at the site. Section 012500 – Utility Company Coordination.

Q. Anything more specific on well decommissioning?

a. Yes, Section 331112 Water Distribution, 3.14 Well decommissioning.

Q. Can we finish in the spring if we have weather delay?

a. See F.1 Suspensions for other than Government’s Convenience and FAR clause 52.242.14 Suspension of work page 10. Weather delays may be authorized.

Site Visit Notes:

1. Viewed the water well location area and contract requirements for decommissioning of an existing unused well. Specification Section 331112 – Water Distribution, Paragraph 3.14 – Well Decommissioning.

2. The main electrical service panels are to be replaced. Contractor is to coordinate the new electrical service installation with the electric utility company.

3. Existing propane tanks are to be removed, all service will be electric at completion of this contract.

4. Noted the requirement for the installation of a new emergency exit window well in the basement as part of the building renovations.

5. Reviewed the requirement that all work included in the building renovations will be ADA compliant.

6. Viewed the interior of the existing house to be demolished to observe the construction type of the basement walls which are poured concrete walls.