FAQs for RFP 140P8321R0001.pdf

FAQs for Prospective Offerors

Rehabilitate Auto Shop and Correct Fuel Tank Deficiencies at Olympic National Park Headquarters, Port Angeles WA

Request for Proposals #140P8321R0001

This document emphasizes information in the Request for Proposals (RFP) and is provided solely for the convenience of prospective offerors - if there are conflicts between this document and the RFP, the RFP verbiage governs. Detailed requirements are in the solicitation, which consists of the SF1442, clauses and provisions, attachments (statement of work, drawings, supporting documents, and wage determination), and amendments (SF30s and attachments).

Project summary: This solicitation is for construction services, including:

• Removing and replacing the existing diesel fueling system tanks and pump with new aboveground tanks, pumps, underground piping, and controls. Constructing a steel-framed roof canopy over the fuel system area and reconfiguring site stormwater piping to manage runoff from the fuel area.

• Rehabilitating the Auto Shop to include upgrades to building mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.

• Relocating the staff restroom within the building and constructing fire-resistant partitions and barriers.

• Replacing the standing seam metal roof assembly and structural wood deck to include new plywood roof deck, above-deck continuous insulation, and new standing seam metal roof assembly.

• Replacing all window glazing with high efficiency insulated glazing (option).

Note that the auto shop is a contributing element of a historic district, which affects some aspects of the construction approach and methods.

Estimated contract value: The estimated magnitude is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. This range is not the Government’s estimate.

Where is the project?

The auto shop is located within the fenced utility yard at the Olympic National Park Headquarters Area, Port Angeles, WA, Clallam County. Information about the park is at www.NPS.gov/OLYM.

Will there be an organized site visit?

Yes, we will host a site visit starting promptly at Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 10:00 am PT. Details are in Section L of the solicitation.

When will the work occur?

We anticipate award in late March 2021 and Notice to Proceed (NTP) approximately 30 days thereafter.

The contractor will have 240 days after issuance of the NTP to substantially complete the project.

Who can participate in this procurement?

This procurement is set-aside for women-owned small business (WOSB) concerns in accordance with FAR Part 19.15. The NAICS code is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.

To qualify as a small business under this NAICS code, the firm must be organized as for-profit, with

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

Olympic Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO)

810 State Route 20 Sedro-Woolley WA 98284

360-854-7220 phone 360-856-1934 fax http://www.nps.gov/

FAQs annual average gross revenues for the past five years under $39.5M. To qualify as a WOSB, the firm must be certified as a WOSB by the Small Business Administration. The prime contractor must comply with limitations on subcontracting in FAR clause 52.219-14 (MAR 2020) for general construction.

What types of bonds and insurance will be required?

Bid bond (offer guarantee): 20% of offered price.

Performance bond: 100% of awarded price.

Payment bond: 100% of awarded price.

Liability and worker’s compensation insurance: Refer to solicitation Section H.

What type of contract will be issued?

NPS plans to award one firm-fixed-price contract for the work.

On what basis will you select the successful offeror?

Proposals will be evaluated using the evaluation factors in RFP Section M and the procedures in FAR Part 15. NPS will select the single proposal that represents the best overall value to the government based on price, technical, and past performance factors. Review the instructions and list of proposal contents in the RFP before submitting your proposal.

System for Award Management (SAM) Registration Requirements The System for Award Management (SAM) is an official U.S. Government database of entities wishing to do business with the federal government. There is no fee to register at this site. Prior to the solicitation closing date, all offerors must establish and/or maintain an active registration, which includes completing the online representations and certifications at www.SAM.gov.

Where and how do I submit my offer?

The proposal and bid bond (offer guarantee) must be submitted electronically using email. Refer to solicitation Section L.4 for detailed submission instructions, including mailing and e-mailing addresses, acceptable electronic file types, and size limitations. Offerors are encouraged to send early to achieve timely delivery.

When is my offer due?

Offers are due on the date specified at beta.SAM.gov and by the time indicated in the most recent amendment’s SF30. Offers received in the specified email inbox after the time stated on the SF30 are late and will be handled per FAR 15.208.

How will I know if the solicitation has changed?

Amendments will be posted at beta.SAM.gov. Prospective offerors will be required to periodically check for amendments and other changes to the contract documents; no other notifications will be sent. No hard copies of the solicitation will be mailed or issued. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

How can I get more information?

Read the full RFP and related attachments first. If you have questions, send an e-mail message to the Contract Specialist at sarah_welch@nps.gov. Answers will be provided in writing to the requester (if the answer is within the RFP already) or provided in amendment(s) to the solicitation. To ensure questions are adequately addressed, they must be submitted no later than SEVEN calendar days prior to the proposal due date shown in the latest amendment.