06.0 FCS DB Ph1 Solicitation

General Services Administration

Public Building Service - Northwest/Arctic Region 10 Project Delivery & Acquisition Solutions Branch Design & Construction Contracting (10P2PCQ)

RECOVERY – FEDERAL CENTER SOUTH B12021

REDEVELOPMENT

SOLICITATION NO. GS-10P-09-LT-C-0112

Phase I – Request for Qualifications

Contract Manager: Dawn Ashton U.S. General Services Administration Public Buildings Services Acquisition Solutions Branch (10P2PCQ) 400 – 15th Street SW Auburn, WA 98001-6599 Phone: 253-931-7794 EMAIL: dawn.ashton@gsa.gov

Project Manager: Duane Allen U.S. General Services Administration Public Building Services Project Delivery Branch (10P2PCP) 400 – 15th Street SW Auburn, WA 98001-6599 Phone: 253-931-7612 EMAIL: duane.allen@gsa.gov

TABLE OF CONTENTS

RFQ – Request for Qualifications (15 pages) Attachments Exhibit 1 Draft Statement of Work dated 24 Sep 09, 5 pages Exhibit 2a Past Performance Evaluation – Design Build Contractor and Rating Guideline Exhibit 2b Past Performance Evaluation – A-E & Design Team and Rating Guildeline Exhibit 3 Commitment Letters Exhibit 4 Key Personnel Resume Exhibit 5 Relevant Project Experience Form Exhibit 6a Interrelationship Matrix DB Team Exhibit 6b Interrelationship Matrix A-E and Sub-consultants

Solicitation GS-10P-09-LTC-0112 RECOVERY - Federal Center South (FCS) Building 12021 Redevelopment

INTRODUCTION:

RECOVERY: The General Services Administration (GSA) announces an opportunity for Design and Construction Excellence in Public Buildings. GSA will be using funds from the FY 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for this project.

Continuing a legacy of outstanding public architecture that was initiated with the founding of the nation, the General Services Administration (GSA) Design and Construction Excellence Programs seeks to commission our nation’s most talented architects, landscape architects, interior designers, and engineers to design federal buildings of outstanding quality and value. These projects are to demonstrate the value of true integrated design that balances aesthetics, cost, constructability, and reliability; create environmentally responsible and superior workplaces for civilian Federal employees; and give form and meaning to our democratic values.

In this context, GSA announces an opportunity for Design Excellence in public architecture for performance of Architectural-Engineering Design in accordance with GSA quality standards and requirements. As required by law, the facilities will be required to meet or exceed Federal Energy Goals, including new standards mandated by the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct 2005), the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) and Executive Order 13423. It will also incorporate cost-effective and innovative “green” strategies. This project is to be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified with a minimum rating of LEED gold based on LEED v3 for new construction.

The redevelopment must incorporate the requirements of and comply with PBS-100 (Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service), U.S. Building Codes, U.S. Government requirements, including Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS) and Department of Defense (UFC 4-010-01) security requirements. The project will also be National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 compliant. The redevelopment will be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), current seismic requirements and is to be in both metric and English units for compatibility with the existing structure.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The project is a redevelopment/modernization of an existing early 1940s warehouse (1202) located at Federal Center South campus. The building is a timber-framed single story warehouse with exterior concrete walls. The building is supported on timber piles with concrete followers. The followers are 14 inches in diameter by 11 feet long and extend from the underside of the concrete slab to the top of the timber piles. Single piles are spaced 8 feet on center. The building is approximately 330 feet wide by 1100 feet long and is immediately to the west of the historic Albert Kahn-designed Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant (1201) completed in 1932 at 4735 East Marginal Way Seattle, WA. The proposed project site will encompass approximately 50% of the footprint of the existing building. The 1202 building has been determined to not be historic. This project will provide for the future space requirements of the USACE and is the pivotal undertaking for a campus-like site redevelopment that can accommodate the 30-year expansion requirements for a number of other Federal Agencies. This project will help to revitalize the neighborhood and receive an architectural treatment that is responsive to its context and due to its adjacency to the 1201 building, compatible with historic precedents.

The Design Build project shall include the performance of architectural/engineering services based on an approved concept selected during the Request for Proposal (RFP) stage of the acquisition process. The design will be in accordance with GSA quality standards, and will address the specific tenant requirements of the USACE. The warehouse redevelopment/modernization will include 150,000-200,000 gross square feet (gsf) of new office space for the USACE and may include space for a child care facility and cafeteria food services. As required by the ARRA legislation, the facility will be designed and constructed to be a high performing green building (HPGB) and as such will meet the most current federal energy goals. The project goal is to meet the 2009 LEED v3 NC, Gold rating requirements. All federal accessibility requirements and standards will also be met as required by law.

SCOPE OF WORK

This project includes the redevelopment of the 1202 building through a strategy of structure and materials reuse to the greatest practicable extent, introduction of modern building systems and use of innovative technologies to meet High Performance Green Building (HPGB) strategies. The work will also include seismic upgrades and repair and/or replacement of the existing foundation, stabilization of liquefiable soils, and any associated site development. The scope of professional services will require at a minimum: Professional architectural, landscape architectural, engineering, interior design, HPGB consulting service, historic architecture and related consulting services for concept design documents, design development documents, Building Information Modeling (BIM), metric and English construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, space planning, value engineering services, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED-AP) services, and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD). The project shall include GSA design standards for secure facilities, USACE force protection requirements and USACE force protection and USACE tenant requirements. The design-builder should incorporate Low Impact Development (LID) strategies. The winning firm will also be required to work with artist(s) in support of the Art-in-Architecture Program.

GSA will contract separately for Construction Management assist services that will include commissioning, energy consulting, estimating, schedule analysis, and functionality and constructability reviews. There will be a formal partnering process throughout the design and construction phases to promote collaborative project development, Design Excellence Peer Reviews and execution through voluntary commitments to accomplish established agreed-upon project objectives by all involved parties.

A draft Statement of Work (SOW) including a representative list of activities, tasks, and deliverables required of the DB Team is attached to this RFQ and provided for information purposes only (See Exhibit 1). NOTE: The Final SOW will be issued with the Phase Two RFP.

The estimated price for the collaborative design-build delivery of the redevelopment and related infrastructure upgrades is between $50,000,000 and $70,000,000.

Opportunities for other than Large Businesses: This procurement will be open to large and small business firms. Any qualified responsible firm, including small business, veteran-owned small business, service-disabled veteran owned small business, HUBZone small business, small disadvantaged business, and women-owned small business is encouraged to participate as a prime contractor or as a member of a joint venture with other small businesses, or as a subcontractor Pursuant to Section 8(d) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(d), FAR subpart 19.702 and FAR subpart 19.12. An Offeror that is not a small business concern, offering to perform a contract that has subcontracting possibilities, must submit a Subcontracting Plan that is acceptable to the Contracting Officer which provides subcontracting opportunities to small businesses to the maximum extent practicable. GSA intends to promote contractors’ and subcontractors’ use of registered Apprenticeship Programs.

NOTICES TO OFFERORS

GSA intends to award a firm fixed price Design-Build Contract for the redevelopment/modernization of the 1202 Warehouse located at Federal Center South in Seattle Washington. The contract award will be based upon an approved technical solution (design concept) developed during the acquisition process for this procurement pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Two-Phase Design-Build Selection Procedures, FAR Subpart 36.3; Source Selection Procedures, FAR subpart 15.3; and the GSA Design Excellence Program. For this contract award process, GSA will issue two Solicitations in sequence: 1) Phase One (RFQ) and 2) Phase Two (RFP). The Phase One procedure (analogous to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is designed to select a “short list” of the most highly qualified Offerors who will be requested to submit Phase Two proposals. All responsible sources may submit a Phase One Proposal. A maximum of up to five (5) firms will be short listed unless the contracting officer determines that a number greater than five (5) is in the Government’s best interest. The most highly rated Offerors will be selected to participate in Phase Two (analogous to a Request for Proposal (RFP)).

A best value concept will be applied for evaluation of offers and selection of the successful Offeror for this procurement. The best value approach provides the opportunity to select an Offeror who is not necessarily the lowest-priced or the highest technically-ranked. GSA will select the proposal that represents the best value based on the evaluation of technical factors and price, with technical factors being weighted more heavily than price. Therefore, the Offeror's proposal should contain the Offeror's best terms.

In Phase One, the Government will identify the evaluation factors other than cost or price that will serve as the basis for the determination of the most highly qualified Offerors. Interested Offerors will be required to submit their responses to the RFQ by the due date established in the RFQ. The Government will evaluate all the responses to the RFQ in accordance with the criteria in the RFQ, and advise each Offeror in writing whether it will be invited to participate in the Phase Two process. Offerors that do not submit a timely RFQ response in Phase One will not be allowed to participate in the remaining phase of the procurement.

In Phase Two, the Government will issue the RFP to the most highly ranked Offerors from Phase One and request that they submit Phase Two proposals. Phase two will include more specific project and tenant requirements as necessary to inform the development of the concepts and pricing. Phase Two of the solicitation shall be prepared in accordance with FAR Part 15 and include Phase Two evaluation factors, developed in accordance with FAR 15.304. Phase Two of the solicitation shall require submission of technical and price proposals, which shall be evaluated separately in accordance with FAR Part 15.

The Government will reserve the right to make an award upon the basis of the initial Phase One and Phase Two offers without discussions.

GSA is hereby requesting Phase One Proposals (Request for Qualifications). This Phase One RFQ provides Offerors with instructions regarding the submission of their complete Proposals and the evaluation thereof. Utilizing the format prescribed within, Offerors are to provide the requested information and demonstrate their qualifications. Responses shall be as complete and accurate as possible and present data relative to the specific project under consideration. Offerors shall make every effort to present information clearly and concisely in accordance with the formats described herein.

GENERAL PROPOSAL PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

Offerors are advised that the following proposal preparation instructions are applicable to Phase One RFQ requirements only. Phase Two proposal preparation instructions will be provided at a later time following selection of the most highly rated firms during Phase One.

This is an all-electronic solicitation release including amendments. All documents will be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) website at: www.fbo.gov. Hard copies will not be made available.

This solicitation does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the initial and any subsequent proposals or for any costs incurred prior to execution of a formal contract. Stipends for proposal costs incurred during Phase Two will not be paid by the Government.

SITE VISIT: A Phase One Pre-proposal/Site Visit will be conducted at Federal Center South Building 1201, Galaxy Room, Seattle, Washington on October 7, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. GSA PBS Region 10 will conduct a pre-proposal conference with the intent of the meeting to discuss offerors' response to the Phase One Request for Qualifications. A brief (no more than one half hour) tour of the facility will follow immediately after. Offerors are requested to limit the number of attendees to four representatives from each company. All parties interested in attending the pre-proposal conference and/or site visit shall submit, in writing, an e-mail to the Contracting Officer, at dawn.ashton@gsa.gov (with copy to the Project Manager at duane.allen@gsa.gov) a list of attendees. Information submitted shall include the following:

• Attendee Name (First, Middle, Last)

• Attendee Email

• Company Name and Designation if Prime or Sub (if Sub, indicate to which Prime)

• Company Address

• Company Phone Number

POST SITE VISIT QUESTIONS: Questions raised during the pre-proposal site visit shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer (dawn.ashton@gsa.gov) with copy to the Contract Specialist (kimberlee.wallentine@gsa.gov) and Project Manager (duane.allen@gsa.gov) within five (5) workdays following the site visit. Offerors shall submit all other inquiries related to this solicitation in writing to the CO with copy to the CS and the PM. This solicitation will remain unchanged unless it is specifically amended in writing. All amendments will be posted to the FBO website. If an amendment is issued, an offeror will be required to acknowledge the amendment(s) with their RFQ Submission.

Notice to Offerors: Offerors are encouraged to submit all general questions and requests for clarification no less than 10 days prior to the RFQ closing date. The decision whether to respond to questions and requests for clarifications made after that date shall be at the sole discretion of the Contracting Officer.

Proposal must be complete, self-sufficient, and respond directly to the requirements of this solicitation.

Any commitments made in the proposal may become a part of the resultant contract.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS:

PHASE ONE – REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

Mandatory Responsibility Requirements: The following evaluation factors will be evaluated on a “go/no-go”basis, i.e.; offerors not meeting all of the following criteria will be eliminated from further consideration. The Contracting Specialist will make the initial determination as to offer responsibility/responsiveness, and submit only those offers to the SSEB for full evaluation.

To be determined responsive, proposal must conform to the basic requirements of the Request For Qualifications (RFQ), including, but not limited to: (1) Completed Representations and Certifications verified on-line including Proof of current CCR Registration, (2) Proof of bonding capacity (i.e. Bid Bond sufficient to cover the proposed contract price), (3) Proposal contains a commitment to maintain the evaluated Design Team intact through the entire design phase, and (4) commitment that design drawings and/or construction documents will be prepared by professional architects and engineers registered in the state of Washington.

PHASE ONE EVALUATION FACTORS

For Phase One of this solicitation, all factors are listed in descending order of importance. The combined total of Factor 1 is significantly more important than Factor 2. The combined total of Factor 2 is significantly more important than the combined total of Factor 3.

Factor 1 - Design Builder Factor 2 – Lead Architect Factor 3 – Design Team

FACTOR 1 - DESIGN BUILDER

Sub-factor 1 – Design Builder Past Performance This factor considers the quality of the Offeror’s past performance, within the last three (3) years, in performing contracts for construction with regards to considerations as technical success and customer satisfaction. Past Performance will be evaluated on the prime construction contractor (‘proposed builder’) and will include quality, cost control, timely performance and effective management.

Standard for Evaluation: The Government will evaluate the relative merits of each offeror's past performance. The Government reserves the right to consider all aspects of an offeror's performance history, but may attribute more significance to projects that demonstrate relevant experience as defined in Factor 1, Sub-factor 3, Project Experience on Similar Projects. The requirements for this factor are met when the Offeror demonstrates itself as a construction business providing verifiable information and references for four (4) projects completed over the last three (3) years that:

1) Demonstrate ability to ensure delivery of quality product and service.

2) Demonstrate ability to meet project budget constraints by effectively controlling costs and managing changes/claims.

3) Demonstrate ability to develop a realistic schedule and complete projects within the approved schedule.

4) Demonstrate effective management and business relations to include collaborative DB team performance with successful integration of the A/E, effective integration with 3rd parties, and management of resources.

The Government will consider information provided by references (see Exhibit 2a, Past Performance Evaluation – Design Builder) as well as other relevant information from other sources (such as past performance databases) when evaluating the Offeror’s past performance.

If negative information is received, the Offeror will be given an opportunity to respond.

Submittal Requirements: In accordance with FAR 42.1503(e) and GSAM 515.305, past performance of the proposed builder will be evaluated using the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), as well as customer satisfaction surveys. All performance ratings for the construction contractor and designer for contracts ongoing or completed within the past three

(3) years from the date proposals are due shall be considered. If an offeror does not have past performance available from PPIRS, the Customer Satisfaction Surveys will be used exclusively.

A lack of past performance information will result in a neutral rating during evaluation.

Government databases will be checked and previous customers may be contacted as references.

All projects submitted on a Customer Satisfaction Survey must be at least 75% complete or must have been completed within the last three (3) years from the date proposals are due. The Government reserves the right to contact the evaluator on previous Government or private sector work to verify the offeror’s construction performance.

Offerors shall submit a list of all project owners (customers) identifying the current point of contact, phone number, and electronic address to whom a Customer Satisfaction Survey was provided. A reproducible Customer Satisfaction Survey form is provided at Exhibit 2a (Past Performance Evaluation DB Contractor). NO MORE THAN FOUR (4) CUSTOMER

SATISFACTION SURVEYS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED FOR THE PROPOSED BUILDER.

Surveys should be submitted for each of the projects identified in Factor 1, Sub-factor 3.

To be considered, the surveys must be completed by the customers and mailed, e-mailed, hand-delivered, or faxed directly by the project owner (customer) to the GSA PBS Region 10 Design and Construction Division, Acquisition Solutions Branch no later than the date and time Phase One proposals are due. Surveys submitted directly by offerors will not be considered. The Government reserves the right to contact the identified references provided in an offeror’s proposal should a survey not be received by the date proposals are due.

Sub-Factor 2 – Design Builder Qualifications/Experience of Key Personnel This factor considers the qualifications of the design builder’s proposed staff and how the Offeror organizes and manages the project team. Offeror’s proposed team members will be evaluated as to their qualifications and experience in all areas necessary to effectively perform the required work. It is expected that the proposed key team members will be the individuals who perform work under this contract. Any changes to the proposed key team members before or after award MUST be approved by the Contracting Officer. Offeror shall submit with their RFQ one completed Letter of Commitment for Key Personnel (see Exhibit 3) for each of the identified Key Personnel below.

Standard for Evaluation: The Government will evaluate the relative merits of each proposed key team member’s qualifications and experience. Experience demonstrated through similar projects as defined under Factor 1, Sub-factor 3 may be given more consideration. The requirements for this factor are met when the Offeror provides the following:

1) An organizational chart illustrating the proposed DB Project Team (including both proposed builder and proposed designer) and reporting structure.

2) Resumes for each key person on the proposed DB Project Team including:

a. Construction Project Manager

b. General Contractor Project Superintendent

c. Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduler

3) Resumes include a description of training and experience in respective areas of expertise.

4) Duties of each key individual that are clearly defined.

5) Resumes describe current and proposed position titles, education, professional licensing, and any personal awards; are no longer than 2 pages per individual.

6) Resumes are no longer than 2 pages per individual

7) Past Experience must be attributable to the person named on the resume.

Submittal Requirements. Provide the names and qualifications of the KEY team members proposed for this project in the form of resumes. Only one individual for each key position shall be submitted. The resumes must clearly present the separate credentials of each proposed team member, and must provide a concise summary of each individual’s separate duties and responsibilities as proposed for this project. Resumes for each individual must also include educational qualifications, if applicable, and up to three (3) project examples demonstrating the individual’s experience. Resumes shall be no more than two (2) pages per individual and submitted in a format similar to the one at Exhibit 4. Offeror shall provide resumes for the Construction Project Manager, General Contractor Project Superintendent, and CPM Scheduler.

Each individual’s qualifications will be measured against the following criteria:

Construction Project Manager: The Construction Project Manager shall have a baccalaureate degree in a relevant field such as engineering, architecture, construction management or equivalent with a minimum of ten (10) years experience managing construction projects of similar size, scope and complexity to the project in this solicitation. Clearly state in your proposal the number of years experience that this proposed team member has served as a Construction Project Manager.

General Contractor (GC) Project Superintendent: The Project Superintendent shall have no less than ten (10) years experience as a project superintendent on construction projects of similar size, scope and complexity to the project in this solicitation. The experience should demonstrate building construction knowledge, the ability to manage complex projects and coordination between multiple subcontractors, as well as be consistent with the type of construction provided for in this solicitation. Clearly state in your proposal the number of years experience that this proposed team member has served as a Project Superintendent.

CPM Scheduler: The CPM Scheduler shall have no less than 10 years experience as a Scheduler on construction projects of similar size, scope and complexity to the project in this solicitation. Their experience should demonstrate building construction knowledge, the ability to develop and maintain computerized project management systems for scheduling and cost tracking. Clearly state in your proposal the number of years experience that this proposed team member has served as a CPM Scheduler.

Evaluation Method for Factor 1, Subfactor 2: The greater the extent of the team member’s relevant qualifications, project experience and active registrations, the higher the rating that may be assigned during evaluations. Only one individual for each of the key personnel categories listed above will be evaluated.

Sub-Factor 3 - Design Builder Project Experience on Similar Projects

This factor considers the extent of the Offeror’s relevant past experience on projects. “Relevant” is defined as projects similar to the project in this solicitation considering size (square footage and dollar value), scope, and complexity and that have a logical connection with the requirements defined in this solicitation.

For purposes of determining “similar size, scope and complexity”, the following factors will be considered:

A. Modernization/Redevelopment of an existing structure similar in size or Construction of a multi-story commercial office building of similar size.

B. Design Build or Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) Project (collaborative delivery) C. LEED certification and use of HPGB strategies.

D. Project costs greater than $40,000,000.

Standard for Evaluation: This criterion will be evaluated for the quality of experience demonstrated. The greater the relevancy of the Offeror’s experience, the more likely Offerors will receive a higher rating during evaluations. Projects similar in size (square footage and dollar value), scope, and complexity to the project identified in this solicitation in which the DB Project Team has worked together will likely receive a higher rating during evaluations. In addition, Offerors that demonstrate a higher degree of relevant experience will be evaluated more favorably.

Submittal Requirements: Offeror shall submit the following for the proposed design-builder

1) A list of at least three (3) similar projects completed or substantially underway.

Offerors shall submit projects that are at least 75% complete and performed within the past five (5) years from the date proposals are due. Each project should clearly state the year of completion or percentage of completion for each project submitted. Offerors shall explain how the information provided is relevant to the proposed acquisition.

2) Narrative summaries of the submitted projects that demonstrate the Offeror’s capabilities, technical expertise, and experience managing complex projects with reference to considerations of timeliness and technical success. Interior and exterior photos are required for each project submitted. Limit the summaries to one (1) page each. Include for each project submitted the following information:

1. Project Title & Location

2. Description of the Project including square feet (should address how the project relates to the solicited project and an explanation of how the project pertains to the noted area of experience)

3. Project Type (i.e. Design/Build; Athletic Training Center, School, etc.)

4. Dollar Value (award amount and final contract amount)/Size of Contract (sqft)

5. Contract Start & Completion Dates (Month/Year) or Percentage of Completion

6. Customer Point of Contact (include name, address, electronic address, telephone and facsimile numbers, customer’s relationship to project, customer’s agency/firm affiliation)

Offerors may use the attached Exhibit 5 for submission of Relevant Project Experience

3) Submit a matrix which identifies the team members, roles and previous teaming arrangements. (See Exhibit 6a)

FACTOR 2 – LEAD DESIGNER

Sub-factor 1 – Lead Designer Past Performance

This factor considers the quality of the Lead Designer’s past performance, within the last three (3) years, in performing contracts for Design with regards to considerations as technical success and customer satisfaction. This factor also considers the quality of the performance in carrying out the work required.

Standard for Evaluation: The Government will evaluate the relative merits of each offeror's Lead Designer’s past performance. The Government reserves the right to consider all aspects of the Lead Designer’s performance history, but may attribute more significance to projects that demonstrate relevant experience as defined in Factor 2, Sub-factor 3, Lead Design Profile & Portfolio. The requirements for this factor are met when the Lead Designer demonstrates itself as an Architectural-Engineering (A-E) Firm providing verifiable information and references for three

(3) projects completed over the last three (3) years that:

1) Demonstrate ability to provide quality product or service.

2) Demonstrate ability to manage costs by providing realistic estimates.

3) Demonstrate responsiveness and ability to meet performance timelines.

4) Demonstrate effective management/business relations to include effective key personnel, effective coordination, and effective interaction of team members and third party agencies.

The Government will consider information provided by references (see Exhibit 2b, Past Performance Evaluation – A-E & Design Team) as well as other relevant information from other sources (such as past performance databases) when evaluating the Lead Designer’s past performance. If negative information is received, the Lead Designer will be given an opportunity to respond.

performance of the proposed designer will be evaluated using the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), as well as customer satisfaction surveys. All performance ratings for contracts ongoing or completed within the past three (3) years from the date proposals are due shall be considered. If the A-E firm does not have past performance available from PPIRS, the Customer Satisfaction Surveys will be used exclusively. A lack of past performance information will result in a neutral rating during evaluation. Government databases will be checked and previous customers may be contacted as references. All projects submitted on a Customer Satisfaction Survey must be at least 75% complete or must have been completed within the last three (3) years from the date proposals are due. The Government reserves the right to contact the evaluator on previous Government or private sector work to verify the A-E firm’s performance.

Offerors shall submit a list of all project owners (customers) identifying the current point of contact, phone number, and electronic address to whom a Customer Satisfaction Survey for the A-E firm was provided. A reproducible Customer Satisfaction Survey form is provided at Exhibit 2b (Past Performance Evaluation A-E & Design Team). NO MORE THAN THREE (3)

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEYS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED FOR THE PROPOSED A-E

FIRM. Surveys should be submitted for the projects identified in Factor 2, Sub-factor 3.

To be considered, the surveys must be completed by the customers and mailed, emailed, hand-delivered, or faxed directly by the project owner (customer) to the GSA PBS Region 10 Design and Construction Division, Acquisition Solutions Branch no later than the date and time Phase One proposals are due. Surveys submitted directly by offerors will not be considered. The Government reserves the right to contact the identified references provided in an offeror’s proposal should a survey not be received by the date proposals are due.

Sub-Factor 2 – Lead Designer Philosophy and Design Intent This factor considers the lead designer’s flexibility and attitude toward design.

Standard for Evaluation: This criterion will be measured based on the following:

1) The designer’s flexibility and imaginative attitude toward design with the constraints of various public and private projects.

2) The designer specifically recognizes unique aspects of the project and indicates a way for good design to solve a critical problem.

Submittal Requirements: In the lead designer’s words (maximum of two pages), as related to this project, the offeror shall state: the parameters of an overall design philosophy; his/her approach to the challenge of public architecture, collaborative design processes and related issues; parameters that may apply in creating high performance, environmentally-appropriate workplace environments; and commitment to integrated and sustainable design.

Sub-Factor 3 - Lead Designer Profile & Portfolio

This factor considers the lead designer’s credentials and quality of project experience on projects of similar size (square footage and dollar value), scope, and complexity.

Standards for Evaluation: The requirements for this factor are met when:

1) Credentials are complete (education, work history) and all time periods registered.

2) Designer demonstrates history of dedication to clients with complex building projects.

3) Designs demonstrate innovative and creative approaches to solving functional program requirements.

4) Designs demonstrate a response to specific client requirements and criteria.

5) Designs demonstrate a consistently high level of exploration, rigor and personal commitment to design excellence.

Submittal Requirements: The offeror shall submit the following to satisfy this requirement:

1) A biographical sketch of the lead designer (maximum of three pages) including education, professional experience, recognition for design efforts inclusive of the portfolio examples. Identify and describe areas of responsibility and commitment to each project.

2) The offeror submits a lead designer’s portfolio of not more than three projects completed in the last (5) five years (maximum of five pages per project), with particular focus on high performance green building and building modernizations. The narrative shall address the design approach with salient features for each project and discuss how the client’s program, functional, image, mission, economic, schedule, and operational objectives were satisfied by the overall design/planning solution. This section of the submission should include tangible evidence such as certificates, awards, peer recognition, etc. demonstrating design excellence, and provide a client reference contact for each project, including name, title, address, email, phone, and fax numbers. A representative floor plan, a site plan, a rendered 3-D model, a building section, or other appropriate drawing, and a maximum of two pages of photographs may be included for each project.

FACTOR 3 – DESIGN TEAM

Sub-factor 1 – Design Team Past Performance This factor considers the quality of the Design Team’s past performance, within the last three (3) years, in performing contracts for design with regards to considerations of technical success and customer satisfaction. This factor also considers the quality of the design team’s performance in carrying out the work required.

Standard for Evaluation: The Government will evaluate the relative merits of each offeror's past performance of design team members. The Government reserves the right to consider all aspects of performance history, but may attribute more significance to projects that demonstrate relevant experience as defined in Factor 3, Sub-factor 3, Design Team Relevant Experience. The requirements for this factor are met when the Design/Engineering/Consulting Firm provides verifiable information and references for two (2) projects completed over the last three (3) years that:

1) Demonstrate ability to provide quality product or service.

2) Demonstrate ability to manage costs by providing realistic estimates.

3) Demonstrate responsiveness and ability to meet performance timelines.

4) Demonstrate effective management/business relations to include effective key personnel, effective coordination, and effective interaction of team members and third party agencies.

5) Demonstrate compliance with security classification and handling.

The Government will consider information provided by references (see Exhibit 2b, Past Performance Evaluation - A-E & Design Team) as well as other relevant information from other sources (such as past performance databases) when evaluating the Design Team’s past performance. If negative information is received, the design team member will be given an opportunity to respond.

performance of the proposed design team will be evaluated using the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), as well as customer satisfaction surveys. All performance ratings for contracts ongoing or completed within the past three (3) years from the date proposals are due shall be considered. If the design/sub-consultant firm does not have past performance available from PPIRS, the Customer Satisfaction Surveys will be used exclusively.

A lack of past performance information will result in a neutral rating during evaluation.

Government databases will be checked and previous customers may be contacted as references.

All projects submitted on a Customer Satisfaction Survey must be at least 75% complete or must have been completed within the last three (3) years from the date proposals are due. The Government reserves the right to contact the evaluator on previous Government or private sector work to verify the design team member’s performance.

Offerors shall submit a list of all project owners (customers) identifying the current point of contact, phone number, and electronic address to whom a Customer Satisfaction Survey for the design team member was provided. A reproducible Customer Satisfaction Survey form is provided at Exhibit 2b (Past Performance Evaluation A-E & Design Team). NO MORE THAN

TWO (2) CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEYS PER TEAM/TEAM MEMBER SHOULD BE

SUBMITTED. Surveys should be submitted for the projects identified in Factor 3, Sub-factor 3. To be considered, the surveys must be completed by the customers and mailed, e-mailed, hand-delivered, or faxed directly by the project owner (customer) to the GSA PBS Region 10 Design and Construction Division, Acquisition Solutions Branch no later than the date and time Phase One proposals are due. Surveys submitted directly by offerors will not be considered.

The Government reserves the right to contact the identified references provided in an offeror’s proposal should a survey not be received by the date proposals are due.

Sub-factor 2 – Design Team Qualifications/Experience This factor considers the qualifications of the proposed design team staff and how the design team is organized and managed. Offeror’s proposed design team members will be evaluated as to their qualifications and experience in all areas necessary to effectively perform the required work. It is expected that the proposed key team members will be the individuals who perform work under this contract. Any changes to the proposed key team members before or after award MUST be approved by the Contracting Officer. Offeror shall submit with their RFQ one completed Letter of Commitment for Key Personnel (see Exhibit 3) for each of the identified Key Personnel below.

Standard for Evaluation: The Government will evaluate the relative merits of each proposed key design team member’s qualifications and experience. Experience demonstrated through similar projects as defined under Factor 3, Sub-factor 3 below may be given more consideration. The requirements for this factor are met when the Offeror provides the following:

1) An organizational chart illustrating the proposed Design Team and reporting structure

2) Resumes for each of the key personnel on the proposed Design Team including:

a. A-E Project Manager

b. Lead Engineers (mechanical, structural, electrical, geotechnical)

c. Historical Design Consultant

d. High Performance Green Building Consultant

3) Resumes that include a description of training and experience in respective areas of expertise.

4) Duties of each key individual are clearly defined.

5) Resumes describe current and proposed position titles, education, professional licensing, and any personal awards; are no longer than 2 pages per individual.

Submittal Requirements: Provide the names and qualifications of the KEY design team members proposed for this project in the form of resumes. Only one individual for each key position shall be submitted. The resumes must clearly present the separate credentials of each proposed team member, and must provide a concise summary of each individual’s separate duties and responsibilities as proposed for this project. Resumes for each individual must also include educational qualifications, if applicable, and up to three (3) project examples demonstrating the individual’s experience. Resumes shall be no more than two (2) pages per individual and submitted in a format similar to the one at Exhibit 4. Resumes should be submitted for A-E Project Manager, Lead Engineers (mechanical, electrical, structural and geotechnical), Historical Design Consultant and HPGB Consultant. Each individual’s qualifications will be measured against the following criteria:

Design Project Manager: The Design Project Manager shall have a baccalaureate degree in a relevant field such as engineering, architecture, construction management or equivalent with a minimum of ten (10) years experience managing design projects of similar size, scope and complexity as the project in this solicitation. Clearly state in your proposal the number of years experience that this proposed team member has served as a Design Project Manager.

Lead Engineers (mechanical, electrical structural and geotechnical): Each of the Lead Engineers shall be registered Professional Engineers licensed in Washington State.

He/she must have at least ten (10) years professional engineer experience with at least five (5) years in related work on projects similar in size, scope and complexity to the project in this solicitation.

Historical Design Consultant: The Offeror shall identify as the Historical Design Consultant an individual within the DB Project Team who shall be responsible for ensuring proper application of historical requirements. The Historical Consultant shall be a highly experienced individual with a minimum of seven (7) years experience in consulting on projects of comparative size, scope and complexity to the project in this solicitation.

High Performance Green Building (HPGB) Consultant: The Offeror shall identify as the HPGB Consultant an individual within the DB Project Team who shall be responsible for overall management of the HPGB requirements and goals for this project. The HPGB Consultant shall be a highly experienced individual in the construction field with a minimum of five (5) years experience in work of comparative size, scope and complexity to the project in this solicitation.

Evaluation Method for Factor 3, Sub-factor 2: The greater the extent of the team members’ relevant qualifications, project experience and active registrations, the higher the rating that may be assigned during evaluations. Only one individual for each of the key personnel categories listed above will be evaluated.

Sub-factor 3 – Design Team Project Experience on Similar Projects This factor considers the extent of the design team members’ relevant past experience on projects. “Relevant” is defined as projects similar to the project in this solicitation considering size (square footage and dollar value), scope, and complexity and that have a logical connection with the requirements defined in this solicitation.

For purposes of determining “similar size, scope and complexity”, the following factors will be considered:

A. Modernization/Redevelopment of an existing structure similar in size or Construction of a multi-story commercial office building of similar size.

B. Design Build or CM/GC Project (collaborative delivery) C. LEED certification and the use of HPGB strategies.

D. Project costs greater than $40,000,000.

Standard for Evaluation: This criterion will be evaluated for the quality of experience demonstrated. The greater the relevancy of the design team member’s experience, the more likely Offerors will receive a higher rating during evaluations. Projects similar in size, scope, and complexity to the project identified in this Solicitation in which the Design Team has worked together will likely receive a higher rating during evaluations. In addition, design team members that demonstrate a higher degree of relevant experience will be evaluated more favorably.

Submittal Requirements: Offeror shall submit for the design team members:

1) A list of at least three (3) similar projects completed or substantially underway. Offerors shall submit projects that are at least 75% complete and performed within the past five (5) years from the date proposals are due. Each project should clearly state the year of completion or percentage of completion for each project submitted. Offerors shall explain how the information provided is relevant to the proposed acquisition.

2) Narrative summaries of (3) three similar projects, performed within the past five years, that demonstrates the offeror’s capabilities, technical expertise, and experience managing complex projects with reference to considerations of timeliness and technical success. Interior and exterior photos are required for each project submitted. The projects should be as similar to the Federal Center South project as possible. Limit the summaries to one (1) page each. Include for each project submitted the following information:

1. Project Title & Location

2. Description of the Project including square feet (should address how the project relates to the solicited project and an explanation of how the project pertains to the noted area of experience)

3. Project Type (i.e. Design/Build; Athletic Training Center, School, etc.)

4. Dollar Value (award amount and final contract amount)/Size of Contract (sqft)

5. Contract Start & Completion Dates (Month/Year) or Percentage of Completion

6. Customer Point of Contact (include name, address, electronic address, telephone and facsimile numbers, customer’s relationship to project, customer’s agency/firm affiliation)

Offerors may use the attached Exhibit 5 for submission of Relevant Project Experience.

3) Submit a matrix which identifies the team members, roles, and previous teaming arrangements (See Exhibit 6b)

PROPOSAL CONTENT AND FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS

Utilizing the format prescribed below, Offerors are requested to provide information in a manner that is brief, clear and concise. Lengthy narratives containing extraneous information are discouraged. All information shall be submitted in English. Proposals that do not follow these Instructions, or otherwise include documentation that is difficult to read, may result in Phase One disqualification or a lower Phase One evaluation rating.

Proposals shall be submitted in the following format. Pages shall be 8-1/2x11 inch white paper, with lettered/numbered dividers for each section to correspond with the evaluation factors. Double sided pages should be used. Proposal text shall be in a standard font a minimum of ten (10) points or a maximum of twelve (12) points in height, single-spaced. The entire Proposal must be submitted on white paper. Proposal submissions must include one (1) original and five (5) copies contained in 3-ring binders or spiral bound. The external cover of each Proposal (original and copies) shall clearly identify the Offeror’s name and clearly be labeled “Proposal for Phase One Solicitation, RFQ – GS-10P-09-LT- C0112, RECOVERY - Federal Center South B12021 Redevelopment.” The information provided in the Proposal shall be easily reproducible by normal black and white photocopying machines.

All signatures on all documents, originals and copies, must be original signatures in ink and in a color other than black.

All Phase One Proposal development costs shall be borne by the Offerors without reimbursement from

GSA.

QUESTIONS TO THE PHASE ONE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

Submit all questions to the Phase One RFQ in writing to the Contracting Officer on or before 10 days prior to the RFQ closing date. After that date, GSA may not have sufficient time to provide responses and may not issue clarification as a result. GSA will respond to inquiries received from offerors by issuance of an Amendment which will be published on FedBizOpps.

DATE, TIME, AND PLACE OF SUBMISSION

Qualifications must be received at General Services Administration by Oct 28, 2009, 4:00pm PDT

Submit Your Proposal To: U.S. General Services Administration

Project & Acquisition Solutions Branch (10P2PCQ) ATTN:…