ESBD_File_347962_Addendum No. 1 Addendum Items 1-4.pdf

Addendum Item #1 Responses to

Questions Received

PCS 134 HHS Responses to Questions

Effective Date 06/26/2015 Version 1.00 Page 1 of 2 Revision Date 09/13/2023

Solicitation Title: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) Two Step Process for Project 24-203-RSC, 2-Step CMR for 50-Bed Maximum Security Facility at Rio Grande State Center, Harlingen, Texas

Solicitation Number: HHS0013669

# Reference Question Response

1. What is the project timeline for breaking ground?

The current estimated timeline for start of construction is May 2025.

2.

Would this project be willing to target a ground breaking of January 2026?

No. A ground breaking in January 2026 could delay the construction completion date.

3. Section 3.1

I sat in on these webinars but now I can’t seem to be able to log into the website for tis project. I was wondering if you could please send me the website so I can keep tabs of this project. We are very interested in bidding in Division 27 & 28 on the low voltage side subcontracting.

The URL link to the Solicitation package posted on the ESBD is:

https://www.txsmartbuy.com/esbddetails/view/HHS0013669

No login is required.

https://www.txsmartbuy.com/esbddetails/view/HHS0013669

PCS 134 HHS Responses to Questions

Effective Date 06/26/2015 Version 1.00 Page 2 of 2 Revision Date 09/13/2023

# Reference Question Response

4.

Section 2.2.2 Section 5.2(a).

As part of Phase I, we must submit all qualifying information even though I am sub-contractor and not a GC

No. HHSC is seeking submittals from prime Contractors only, not Subcontractors. This solicitation is for a Construction Manager at Risk (CMR). "Phase One" refers to project scheduling. See Section 2.2.2 (Phase One) of the RFQ. "Step One" refers to the step in selection methodology where Respondents submit their experience and qualifications. See Section 5.2(a) (Step One – Qualifications) for additional details.

5.

Section 2.2.3 Section 5.2(b).

If selected to continue to Phase II with pricing, at that point we will receive construction document to proceed.

No. "Phase Two" refers to project scheduling. See Section

2.2.3 (Phase Two) of the RFQ. "Step Two" refers to the step in the selection methodology. See Section 5.2(b) (Step Two – Proposed Cost) of the RFQ which states, "step two of the process will include only the highest ranked five (5) or fewer Respondents from step one who will be asked to submit a Proposal that includes the CMR’s proposed fee and price for fulfilling the general conditions.”

The awarded vendor will receive all necessary construction documents.

Addendum Item #2 Attendance Rosters from Pre-Submittal Webinars

Name Email Address City State Phone Organization Prime/Subcontractor/Other

Kevin Bennett kbennett@vaughnconstruction.com MCALLEN Texas 19562467542 Vaughn Construction Prime

Justin Caskey justin.caskey@spawglass.com Corpus Christi Texas 956-412-9800 SpawGlass Contractors Prime

Alex Garcia alex.garcia@convergint.com San Antonio Texas 2106230143 Convergint Subcontractor

Daniel Lerma dlerma@vaughnconstruction.com Mc 9564503557 Vaughn Construction

Will Andres will.andres@hhs.texas.gov Austin Texas 512-776-2899 HHSC Other Bob McCurdy bob.mccurdy@hhs.texas.gov Austin Texas 512-406-2534 HHSC Other Colin Gresham n/a Austin Texas n/a HHSC Other Nicole Hutchison n/a Austin Texas n/a HHSC Other

Attendance Roster, Pre‐Submittal Webinar #1 RFQ HHS0013669, Project 24‐203‐RSC, 2‐Step CMR for 50‐Bed Maximum Security Facility at Rio Grande State Center, Harlingen, Texas

Name Email Address City State Phone Organization Prime/Subcontractor/Other Nicole Baldwin nicole@verdeglobalcorporation.co m Mission Texas 8327730388 Verde Global Corporation Prime

Amanda Bishop amanda.bishop@spawglass.com Harlingen Texas 9569706862 Prime

Lillian Puente lpuente@skilesgroup.com Richardson Texas 2149245608 Skiles Group LLC Prime

Will will.andres@hhs.texas.gov Austin Texas 512-776-2899 HHSC Other

Bob McCurdy bob.mccurdy@hhs.texas.gov Austin Texas 512-406-2534 HHSC Other Nicole Hutchison Nicole.hutchison@hhs.texas.gov Austin Texas n/a HHSC Other

Attendance Roster, Pre‐Submittal Webinar #2 RFQ HHS0013669, Project 24‐203‐RSC, 2‐Step CMR for 50‐Bed Maximum Security Facility at Rio Grande State Center, Harlingen, Texas

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Addendum Item #4 HUB Pre-Submittal

Conference Slide Deck

Historically Underutilized Business (HUB)

HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP)

Training 01/2024

Agenda

1. HSP Method Options

2. Required HSP Pages

3. Method V: Section 3

4. GFE Attachment A

5. GFE Attachment B

6. Additional Information

7. Special Reminders

8. HUB Contact Information

Responses that do not include a completed HSP shall be

Rejected pursuant to:

TGC §2161.252(b) and

34 TAC 20.285

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.2161.htm https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.TacPage?sl=R&app=9&p_dir=&p_rloc=&p_tloc=&p_ploc=&pg=1&p_tac=&ti=34&pt=1&ch=20&rl=285

HSP Method Options

Subcontracting Method Options

Subcontracting Method Definition

I: All HUB(s) Utilizing only Texas certified HUB(s).

See GFE Attachment A.

II: Mentor-Protégé Relationship Utilizing an approved M/P agreement. See GFE Attachment B.

III: Meeting/Exceeding HUB Goal

Subcontracting goal met by HUB(s).

See GFE Attachment A.

IV: Solicitation Method Subcontracting utilization goal not met. See GFE Attachment B:

Contact 3+ HUBs & 2 minority/trade organizations in writing.

V: Self Performing Contractor performs all work with own resources. No GFE Attachment.

HSP Required Pages Continued

All subcontracting method options require:

✓Page 1, Section 1: Respondent & Bid Information

✓Page 2, Section 2: Respondent's Subcontracting Intentions oYes – fill out part b., c., & d (if applicable) oNo – see next slide/Section 3

✓Page 3, Section 4: Affirmation signature

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Method V: Section 3

The Prime contractor performs ALL work-related activities

➢ Equipment

➢ Materials

➢ Supplies

➢ Transportation

➢ Delivery

➢ W-2 Employees

Agency may request additional information.

GFE Attachment A

1. Contractor Name / Solicitation #

2. Subcontracting Opportunity

3. Subcontractor Selection

a. Company Name

b. TX HUB: Y/N

c. TX VID or Federal EIN #

d. % & $:

*“TBD” is NOT acceptable

Method I or III:

GFE Attachment B -

Written Notices:

*Minimum 7 Working days.

*Supporting documents (email, fax, etc.).

Method II or IV:

• 3+ "Active" Certified HUBs

• 2 Trade Org./Bus. Development Centers

GFE Attachments B -

Method II or IV:

a. Company Name

b. Texas Certified HUB (Y) or (N)

c. Texas VID or Federal EIN #

d. % & $

• Note “TBD” is NOT acceptable *Please provide justification for all Non-HUB Subcontractors

1. Contractor Name / Solicitation #

2. Subcontracting Opportunity

3. Subcontractor Selection

Additional Information

Subcontracting method options I-IV require:

• HUB Vendor Profiles on CMBL/HUB Directory

i. HUB’s VID#

ii. Contact information

iii. “A” = Active status

iv. Expiration date

• Written GFE notification (Method IV only)

1. Sent emails

2. Certified Letters

3. Fax logs *7 business days to respond

Special Reminders

❑ Review HSP Checklist for guidance.

❑ Check the Solicitation HUB Subcontracting Goal %.

❑ Choose an HSP method & provide documentation.

❑ The Commodity Book is the only resource for NIGP or class/item codes.

❑ The CMBL/HUB Directory is a resource to seek out certified active Texas HUBs.

❑ HSP Courtesy Reviews are available upon written request.

❑ No HSP changes are allowed until after contract award.

https://commbook.app.cpa.state.tx.us/ https://mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us/tpasscmblsearch/tpasscmblsearch.do

HUB Contact Information hhschuboutreach@hhs.texas.gov

(512) 406-2570

*Active solicitation HSP questions contact designated HUB Coordinator.

mailto:hhschuboutreach@hhs.texas.gov

Bob McCurdy CTCM, CTCD bob.mccurdy@hhs.texas.gov

512-406-2534 mailto:bob.mccurdy@hhs.texas.gov

Thank You

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