Solicitation GS05P10SIC0090.pdf

THIS PROCUREMENT IS SET-ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESS CO NCERNS ONLY

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U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

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PROCUREMENT TEAM

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GSAR 552.219-71 NOTICE TO OFFERORS OF SUBCONTRACTI NG PLAN REQUIREMENTS (JUNE 2005) 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 $500,000 ($1,000,000 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 veteran owned small business concerns as subcontractors in the performance of this contract.

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GSA, Property Management Service Center 230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 3180 Chicago, IL 60604

GSA, Property Management Service Center 230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 3180 Chicago, IL 60604

JOANN WORKS 312 886-1992 joann.works@gsa.gov x x x x x x x x x x x x x

ATTENTION OFFERORS: This notice has been prepared to point out some of the important sections or requirements of this solicitation or to provide you with additional information related to this proposed contract.

Please note that it is not inclusive - you are cautioned to carefully read the entire solicitation in order to be fully aware of all requirements, provisions, and clauses.

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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION’S MISSION

To provide quality services required by our clients in a timely manner and to ensure the best value to the Federal Government and the public thereby enhancing our clients’ ability to accomplish their mission.

AFFIRMATIVE PROCUREMENT PROGRAM (APP)

GSA has implemented an Affirmative Procurement Program 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 under any resultant contract.

FAR 23.7 requires consideration of environmental factors when purchasing products and services. FAR 4.303 and FAR 52.204-4 require double sided printing on recycled paper for all reports required by this contract. FAR 52.223-10 encourages vendors to practice waste reduction.

SAFEGUARDING DOCUMENTS

Associated plans, drawings, or specifications provided under this solicitation are intended for use by prospective bidders/offerors (and their subcontractors and suppliers). In support of this requirement, GSA requires bidders/offerors to exercise reasonable care when handling documents relating to building drawings/plans, security equipment, security equipment installations, and contract guard service, to include:

1) Limiting reproduction and/or dissemination of covered materials only to persons/parties related to this acquisition or otherwise authorized to receive such information;

2) Making every possible effort that is reasonable and prudent to prevent unauthorized disclosure of this information;

3) Upon award and completion of any appeals process, unsuccessful bidders/offerors making every reasonable and prudent effort to destroy or render useless all information/documentation received during the solicitation and/or appeals process; and

4) The awardee continuing the efforts required above throughout the entire term of contract and for what specific time thereafter as may be necessary, as determined by the awardee.

A-76 REQUIREMENT

Note paragraph entitled FAR 52.207-3, Right of First Refusal of Employment in Section I.

GSAR 552.219-72 PREPARATION, SUBMISSION, AND NEGOTIATION OF SUBCONTRACTING PLANS (JUNE 2005)

(a) An offeror, other than a small business concern, submitting an offer that exceeds $500,000 ($1,000,000 for construction) shall submit a subcontracting plan with its initial offer. The subcontracting plan will be negotiated concurrently with price and any required technical and management proposals, unless the offeror submits a previously-approved commercial plan.

(b) Maximum practicable utilization of small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns as subcontractors is a matter of national interest with both social and economic benefits. The General Services Administration (GSA) expects that an offeror’s subcontracting plan will reflect a commitment to assuring that small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns are provided the maximum practicable opportunity, consistent with efficient contract performance, to participate as subcontractors in the performance of the resulting contract. An offeror submitting a commercial plan can reflect this commitment through subcontracting opportunities it provides that relate to the offeror’s production generally; i.e., for both its commercial and Government business.

(c) GSA believes that this potential contract provides significant opportunities for the use of small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns as subcontractors. Consequently, in addressing the eleven elements described at FAR 52.219-9(d) of the clause in this contract entitled Small Business Subcontracting Plan, the offeror shall:

(1) 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 veteran owned small business concerns in performing the contract.

(2) Include a description of the offeror’s subcontracting strategies used in any previous contracts, significant achievements, and how this plan will build upon those earlier achievements.

(3) Demonstrate through its plan that it understands the small business subcontracting program’s objectives and GSA’s expectations, and it is committed to taking those actions necessary to meet these goals or objectives.

(d) In determining the acceptability of any subcontracting plan, the Contracting Officer will take each of the following actions:

(1) Review the plan to verify that the offeror demonstrates an understanding of the small business subcontracting program’s objectives and GSA’s expectations with respect to the program and has included all the information, goals, and assurances required by FAR 52.219-9.

(2) Consider previous goals and achievements of contractors in the same industry.

(3) Consider information and potential sources obtained from agencies administering national and local preference programs and other advocacy groups in evaluating whether the goals stated in the plan adequately reflect the anticipated potential for subcontracting to small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns.

(4) Review the offeror’s description of its strategies, historical performance and significant achievements in placing subcontracts for the same or similar products or services with small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns. The offeror’s description can apply to commercial as well as previous Government contracts.

(e) Failure to submit an acceptable subcontracting plan and/or correct deficiencies in a plan within the time specified by the Contracting Officer shall make the offeror ineligible for award.

NAICS CODE

For your information, the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 541990.

The Small Business Size Standard is $7,000,000.00.

NOTICE CONCERNING COMPLETION OF SOLICITATIONS

Offerors are cautioned to carefully read the entire solicitation in order to be fully aware of all requirements, provisions and clauses. Fill-ins should be properly completed and verified. All copies should contain the same information. Verify calculations before signing your bid.

Offerors shall submit with their offer the following documents:

• Standard Form 33

• GSA Form 527 – Contractor’s Qualification and Financial Information

• Standard Form 24 – Bid Guarantee

• Section B – Supplies or Services and Prices Offer

• Offeror’s Checklist (See Section L)

• Past Performance References

BOND REQUIREMENTS

BID GUARANTEE AND BOND ARE REQUIRED [x] ARE NOT REQUIRED [ ] If a bid guarantee is required to be submitted with your offer, any contract awarded will require a performance bond as specified in this solicitation. Offerors who utilize individual sureties should note (1) the requirement for a certified, audited, financial statement for each person acting as an individual surety (see Section L, clause entitled FAR 52.228-1 Bid Guarantee) and (2) the requirements of the clause entitled FAR 52.228-11 Pledge of Assets in Section I.

If bonds are required, also note the requirements of the various bid guarantee and bond clauses in Section I. For example, a new performance bond is required if a contract option for an additional performance period is exercised.

SITE VISIT

Offerors are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

To request a site visit, please contact;

Thomas A. Davis, Supervisory Engineering Technician 230 S. Dearborn St.

312-353-9331 Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monda y through Friday.

CONTRACTOR DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBER.

Enter your DUNS number in Block 15A on the first page of this solicitation. If you do not know or do not have a DUNS number please contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one. A DUNS number will be provided immediately by telephone at no charge to you. For information on obtaining a DUNS number, you should call Dun and Bradstreet at 1- 800-333-0505. Be prepared to provide the following information: (1) Company name, (2) Company address, (3) Company telephone number, (4) Line of business, (5) Chief executive officer/key manager, (6) Date the company was started, (7) Number of people employed by the company, (8) Company affiliation.

EXERCISING OPTIONS AND MULTIPLE AWARD CONTRACTS

If this is a multiple award contract with optional performance periods, please note that the successful awardee will be required to re-certify size status prior to the option being exercised.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS/SERVICE CONTRACT ACT PRICE ADJUSTMENT PROVISIONS

If this is a multiyear service contract or a service contract that may exceed a year in length if options are exercised, offerors should note the price adjustment provisions in Section I of this solicitation.

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA) REQUESTS

It is not necessary to reference the FOIA when requesting procurement history, such as the name of the current contractor, contract amount, contract copies, or abstracts of bids. For this information, you may contact the Contract Specialist shown in Block 10 on the first page of the solicitation.

USE OF FEDERAL EXPRESS AND OTHER EXPRESS PACKAGE CARRIERS

Because of increased security standards and building renovations, “next-day” express package carriers may experience delays in making deliveries within the Chicago Loop Federal Center. Offerors should take this fact into consideration when determining when to submit their offers.

SOLICITATION COPIES

Note that Block 9 on the first page of the solicitation specifies the number of copies of the offer that must be returned by offerors.

Do not include any allowance for any contingency to cover increased cost for which adjustments are provided for under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act - Price Adjustment (Multi-year Contract) contained in the CONTRACT CLAUSES section of this contract.

Reimbursement for emergency call-back, overtime, and additional services will only be computed for the man hours performed at the work site.

PRICING OF OPTIONS

Offerors shall price the initial 1 year period and the option requirements for the 4 additional 1 year periods by assuming that the minimum hourly wages and fringe benefits established by the Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, U.S.

Department of Labor for the initial 1 year period of performance will apply to the 4 additional years in the initial period and to the 4 year option periods. The minimum wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to the initial 1 year period of performance are outlined on the wage rate sheet.

PROMPT PAYMENT DISCOUNT

Block 13 on the first page of the solicitation and possibly the solicitation pricing page(s), is to be used to offer prompt payment discounts. Payment terms are set forth in the Prompt Payment clause in this solicitation. Offerors are cautioned against inserting any statement that indicates that payment is due sooner that the time stipulated in the Prompt Payment clause. EXAMPLE: Inserting "Net 20" may cause the offer to be rejected as unacceptable, because the entry would be contrary to the 30-day payment terms specified in the Prompt Payment clause.

OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES

Offerors should note that Section I of this solicitation includes FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services, which allows the Government the unilateral option to extend the term of any resultant contract up to six months, exclusive of any other option provisions which may be included as part of any resultant contract.

EVALUATING CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE

“Vendor Past Performance”

1. The General Services Administration, Public Buildings Service, Great Lakes Region, is using the Vendor Past Performance (VPP) module as the secure, confidential, information management tool to facilitate the performance evaluation process as required by Federal Acquisition Regulation, Subpart 42.15.

2. Interim and final evaluations of contractor performance will be prepared on this contract in accordance with FAR

Subpart 42.15. Interim evaluations will be at a minimum once a year or at shorter appropriate milestone/summary points in the contract. A performance evaluation may be done at any time when there is a significant change in performance. A final performance evaluation will be prepared at the time of contract completion.

3. VPP enables a comprehensive evaluation by capturing comments from both GSA and the contractor. The contractor will receive an e-mail that contains a link to an external server that will enable the contractor to review its evaluation and submit additional information, comments, or a rebutting statement. Access to interim and final evaluations will be provided to contractors as soon as practicable after completion of the evaluation. The contractor will be permitted thirty (30) days, after receipt of email, to review the evaluation and to submit additional information, comments, or a rebutting statement. Any disagreement will be referred to an individual one level above the Contracting Officer, whose decision will be final.

4. The contractor must provide within 5 days after notification of award the point of contact, including name and e-mail address, for the performance evaluation process.

5. Copies of the evaluations, contractor responses, and review comments, if any, will be retained as part of the contract file. Completed interim and final evaluation reports in VPP are automatically uploaded to the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), the federal depository for contractor performance information related to government acquisitions. PPIRS is a web-enabled, government-wide application that collects and stores contractor past performance information. PPIRS access is restricted to the Federal acquisition community for use in making source selection decisions.

PRE-BID/PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

Not Necessary.

NOTICE TO PROCEED (NTP)

Notice to Proceed (NTP) will NOT be issued until the COR has officially notified the CO that approved clearances for proposed employees have been received and approved by the Department of Homeland security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Federal Protective Service (DHS, BICE, FPS).

SHALL vs MUST Throughout this solicitation, the terms “shall” and “must “ are used. “Shall” and “must” denote the imperative. They indicate an obligation to act. In this solicitation, and any resulting contract, “shall” and “must” have the same meaning.

CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION (CCR)

In accordance with FAR Parts 1, 2, 4, 13, 32, and 52 and effective October 1, 2003 contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database prior to award of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchase agreement. No award will be made to any contractor not registe red in CCR . This is one of the steps the Federal Government is taking to streamline the acquisition process. In an effort to broaden use and reliance upon e-business applications, the CCR was established to eliminate the need to maintain paper-based sources of contractor information.

The Central Contractor Registration (CCR) System is a centrally located, searchable database, accessible via the Internet to develop, maintain, and provide sources for future procurements. The CCR data is the most up to date and complete data available. As a single validated source of data on contractors doing business with the Government, the CCR database enables prospective contractors to update their information in one place via a website (http://www.ccr.gov). The information is then available via the Internet. Following agency procedures, Contracting Officers will now be able to access contractor data and industry information less expensively, and more efficiently identify sources for contracting opportunities. The CCR will not create a total electronic commerce environment, but will help provide a basic framework or foundation that will allow migration to a total electronic commerce environment. Registration with CCR is valuable to you as a prospective contractor since it will be used for market research by thousands of government buyers and program personnel searching for potential providers of specific goods and services. You will be required to complete a one-time business registration, with annual updates. As a part of the registration process you will need to provide your DUNS identification number. If you do not have a DUNS number you may contact Dun and Bradstreet, Inc. at (800) 333-0505.

You may register in the CCR via the World Wide Web at http://www.ccr.gov. There is a CCR handbook available at this site to assist you with your registration. Additionally, if further assistance is needed during the registration process, you may contact the CCR Assistance Center toll free at 888-227-2423.

AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Funds are presently available for award.

[THIS NOTICE SHOULD BE REMOVED BEFORE OFFER IS SUBMITTED TO GSA]

Table of Contents:

STANDARD FORM 33 Solicitation, Offer and Award @@

ADDENDUM Addendum to Standard Form 33, Solicitation, Offer and Award @@

SECTION B Supplies or Services and Prices 1

SECTION C Description/Specifications, Statement of Work 3

SECTION D Packaging and Marking 7

SECTION E Inspection and Acceptance 8

SECTION F Deliveries and Performance 10

SECTION G Contract Administration Data 13

SECTION H Special Requirements 15

SECTION I Contract Clauses 25

SECTION J List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments 147 EXHIBIT 1 Definitions 148 EXHIBIT 2 Performance Standards 151 EXHIBIT 3 Applicable Publications 152 EXHIBIT 4 Reporting Requirements 154 EXHIBIT 5 Inspection Form on Work Under Contract 155

SECTION K Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors 157

SECTION L Instructions, Conditions and Notice to Offerors 160

SECTION M Evaluation Factors for Award 177

SECTION B

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

B1. Description of Services : The contractor shall provide the management, supervision, manpower, equipment and supplies necessary to provide project management services as described herein. Work under this contract is expected to commence on or about November 4, 2010.

OFFER SHEET

In the spaces below provide a price per hour to perform project management services in the Greater Chicagoland area.

BASE YEAR

PROJECT MANAGER UNIT PRICE/HOUR

ANNUAL ESTIMATED

QUANITY IN HOURS

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OPTION I

PROJECT MANAGER UNIT PRICE/HOUR

ANNUAL ESTIMATED

OPTION II

ANNUAL ESTIMATED

OPTION III

ANNUAL ESTIMATED

QUANITY IN HOURS

___________5000 ________________

OPTION IV

PROJECT MANAGER UNIT PRICE/HOUR

ANNUAL ESTIMATED

Offerors MUST quote a price for the renewal options, in addition to the initial period, in order to be considered for award.

Refer to Section M.

All the contractor’s labor hour prices must include expenses for overhead, General and Administrative (G&A) and profit.

Thus no separate allowance for travel time, parking, overhead, G&A or profit will be applied when services are ordered.

Hourly rates are proposed only once. These may, in the event of wage determination rate increases, be escalated per

FAR 52.222-43.

Offerors shall price the renewal options using the wage determination contained in this solicitation. Upon exercising a renewal option, the contract price will be adjusted in accordance with FAR 52.222-43 Fair Labor Standards Act and Services Contract Act – Price Adjustment (May 1998)(Multiple Year and Option Contracts).

SECTION C

STATEMENT OF WORK

C1. SCOPE OF WORK: This solicitation is based upon providing assistance to Region 5 of the GSA with the initiation, execution and close out of construction and repair and alteration projects. The Contractor will be responsible for providing various project management services, coordinating and managing these services, and following through with the completion of deliverables to the extent required.

The contract is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contract (IDIQ). An IDIQ provides for the furnishing of an indefinite delivery and indefinite quantity, within stated limits, of certain property or services during a specified time period. Deliveries will be scheduled by the placement of orders upon the contract. This contract shall include all management, supervision, materials, labor, and equipment required to perform the tasks described in the specifications

It is the Government’s intent to award multiple contracts for the following geographical area:

GREATER CHICAGOLAND AREA

The Contractor must meet the minimum requirements specified in the statement of work to become eligible for consideration for award. The Contractor must also ensure that all personnel proposed for work under the Contract, whether in-house staff or subcontractors, are qualified to perform their respective tasks. The personnel offered must meet the requirements (i.e., licensing, certification, experience and educational) as outlined in the statement of work, in order to perform on this contract.

The contractor is expected to perform a wide variety of tasks associated with project management services (initiation, execution and close out of construction and repair and alteration projects). In addition, the Contractor shall be expected to perform a variety of administrative tasks associated with the execution of project manager functions. Associated tasks will be required, such as plan and file maintenance and archival restoration of past projects. The list below, although not all inclusive, represents a listing of tasks the Contractor will be required to provide. The Contractor may be asked to perform these tasks either as stand-alone requests or as grouped tasks by the Government. All work to be performed under the contract will be subject to appropriate Government review and approval, as specified in the Detailed Description of Scope of Work.

Task List:

• Verify Scopes of Work

• Assist in the performance of office layouts complete with electrical/phone, wall, door locations, etc.

• Assist in the planning and scheduling of work sequence

• Assist in the performance of quantity take-off from drawings

• Assist in the performance of cost estimation from take-off for development of government cost estimates

• Assist in the coordination of work with trades/client tenants

• Assist in the development of specifications

• Assist in the development of bidder’s mailing lists

• Assist in the pre-proposal and pre-construction conferences

• Research unique materials/products proposed for use in projects

• Assist in the preparation of procurement documents

• Review offers for price competitiveness and technical requirements

• Review submittals for approval

• Assist in the development of omissions/defects lists (punch-lists)

• Assist with final and post final inspections

• Make recommendations for close-out of project

• Assist with updating and adding new information to master building drawings using

AutoCAD/Softdesk

• Assist with adding data to the building information tracking systems

• Research energy conservation savings for various projects using DOE Life Cycle Costing software

The Contractor will be responsible for providing all deliverables as ordered, in a timely and professional manner. The contractor will be responsible for providing the management, supervision, manpower, equipment and supplies necessary to perform the contract. Several delivery orders may run concurrently, so the Contractor must be able to supply enough staff, resources, and equipment to successfully complete all projects and tasks assigned within the time frame agreed upon.

C2. CONTRACT EFFORT REQUIRED: All work shall be performed as specified in the delivery order.

C3. PERSONNEL TRAINING:

(a) All contract employees are required to attend an orientation conducted by the COR during the first month of the contract. Employees hired after the contract start date must attend an orientation within 30 days of employment. The orientation will include an explanation of the contract requirements, the occupant agency's function, procedures to follow in the event of fire or other emergency, and a tour of the building/facility. It will also familiarize contract employees with key client agency personnel and areas of the building/facility requiring special attention.

(b) The contractor is required to provide necessary and on-going tenant relations training for their employees. This training will stress the importance of conflict avoidance and problem resolution.

Emphasis shall be placed on grooming, proper attire, and the importance of professionalism and courtesy in day-to-day contacts with building occupants and visitors.

C4. SUPERVISION:

(a) Performance under this contract shall be by individuals from a private sector firm. The contractor is the legal responsible employer of the employee performing under the contract and not the U.S. Government.

(b) Any administrative support required under this contract is not related to Federal employment requirements nor does it involve temporary help services that may be authorized under 5 CFR Part 300. There is no direct employee-employer relationship between the contractor employee(s) and the Federal Government under this contract. The contractor shall provide supervision of the contract personnel provided.

C5. SUPPLIES, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND UTILITIES :

(a) Furnished by the Government: The Government shall provide, without cost, the facilities, materials, and services listed below. Government property shall be used for official Government business only in the performance of this contract. Government property shall be used only in performance of this contract; neither the Contractor nor the Contractor’s employees shall use Government property in any manner for any personal advantage, business gain, or other personal endeavor.

(1) SPACE: If available, space in the building and furniture and furnishings to be used for official business only in the performance of this contract.

(2) HVAC: Heating and air conditioning of space will be furnished only during normal working hours of the building occupants.

(3) UTILITIES: The Government will furnish water and electricity to perform the contract.

(4) PARKING: Parking will not be available.

(b) Furnished by the Contractor: The contractor shall furnish all materials and equipment required to perform the tasks described in the specifications. This includes but is not limited to: computers, software, office furnishings, stationary, telephones, etc.

C6. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (QCP )

May be required at task-order level.

C7. STRIKE CONTINGENCY PLAN (SCP ):

C8. CONTRACTOR EMERGENCY PLAN (CEP) :

C9. QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN :

C10. PROJECT MANAGEMENT: TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The contractor’s employee (hereafter referred to as the “incumbent”) shall have the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to conceptualize, initiate, develop, plan, coordinate, execute, inspect, and make recommendation for final close-out of any given construction project, to be completed within prescribed time frames and meet all applicable Codes and GSA requirements.

The incumbent shall possess the skills necessary to research materials and products, ensuring their applicability in a given project. Incumbent shall review project submittals and approve/disapprove same. He/she shall act as GSA’s representative in negotiated procurements, prepare necessary documentation, complete necessary paperwork for procurements and make recommendations for the same. Incumbent shall have NO authority to obligate money for funds;

however recommendations to do so are expected to be thorough and complete, based on Government procurement regulations.

Incumbent shall also possess the skills of a competent Project Manager including, but not limited to trades coordination, tenant/Agency coordination, project scheduling, enforcement of applicable Code provisions, project progress inspections, development of omissions and defects lists (punch-lists), final inspections, and project close-out. Project Manager shall also be responsible for the generation of all paperwork and file maintenance associated with a project.

Incumbent shall possess a comprehensive knowledge of construction related Codes including but not limited to federal, state, and local building and fire codes and regulations, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, National Electrical Code (NEC), Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS), Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) statutes related to hazardous materials removal and abatement, OSHA regulations and requirements related to construction workplace safety and other related trades and industry guides and standards.

In addition to the above, the incumbent shall possess the following:

• Ability to write clear, concise technical specifications using 16 Division Master format and specification Section Format in use by AIA Master spec and by Construction Specification Institute.

• Develop written cost estimates using standard industry guides such as Mean’s Estimating Guides. Estimates shall be within 10% of actual costs approximately 90% of the time.

• Ability to prepare accurate drawings, sketches, etc. using both standard drafting techniques and CAD equipment. Must be proficient in the use of AutoCAD Release 14 or more current version, operating under Microsoft Windows. Also must be proficient in the use of Softdesk/Autodesk Architectural and Building Services AutoCAD add-on (version s8 or later).

• Ability to interpret complex specifications and drawings.

• Ability to coordinate multiple trades.

C11. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS: Incumbent shall possess a working knowledge of various federal procurement regulations and guidelines such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and the General Services Administrative Acquisition Regulations (GSAR). If the incumbent has not previously been exposed to government acquisition regulations, then the incumbent must demonstrate the ability to perform such activities through self-learning on the job while performing other tasks.

Incumbent must be proficient in the use of MS Windows 95/NT Workstation (or later) computer operating system utilizing applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel 8.0 or later versions.

Incumbent shall have the administrative skills to prepare semi-complex procurement documents such as GSA form 300, GSA form 220, Inspection and Report on Work under Contract, SF 18, Request for Quotes and Indefinite Quantity Delivery Orders.

In addition, the incumbent shall possess the following:

• Ability to clearly communicate ideas to all levels of other professional groups.

• Ability to organize ideas, thoughts, and formulate clear, logical plans of action to execute projects and other related work.

• Skill in operation of general office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, computers, CAD equipment, calculators, plotters, phone systems, etc.

• Knowledge of general contracting principles.

• Ability/knowledge to develop and maintain a bidder’s mailing list.

• Ability/knowledge to maintain a construction related library of new materials, processes and related items.

C12. MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS :

(a) Turn off unnecessary lights/faucets. Close windows. Do not adjust mechanical equipment controls.

(b) Report fires and hazardous conditions to the COR or emergency personnel.

(c) Lock rooms in security areas and return keys to designated office (if applicable).

(d) Turn in lost and found articles to the COR.

(e) Notify the Property Manager's Office when an unauthorized or suspicious person is seen on the premises.

( f ) During performance of this contract, the contractor is required to report to the COR any recommended maintenance and/or repair items that are necessary to maintain the physical integrity of the interior or exterior of the facility and to insure that it is free of missing components or defects which (1) may negatively affect the safety or intended use of the facility; (2) hinder any electrical, mechanical, plumbing or structural system from functioning in accordance with its design; or (3) otherwise degrade the aesthetic appearance of the building. The contractor must certify to the COR in writing, five days after award, that all of its employees involved in the performance of this contract, have been made aware of this provision and understand how to report such discoveries

C13. CHANGES: Changes to this contract necessitated by subsequent additions or deletions of work requirements will be negotiated pursuant to the "Changes - Fixed Price" clause contained on the Supplemental Contract Clauses for Building Service Contracts.

SECTION D

PACKAGING AND MARKING

D1. PAYMENT OF POSTAGE AND FEES:

All postage and fees related to submitting information including, but not limited to, forms and reports to the CO or the COR, shall be paid by the contractor.

D2. MARKING:

All information submitted to the CO or COR, shall clearly indicate the contract number of the contract for which the information is being submitted.

SECTION E

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E1. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATIVE PERFORMANCE :

(a) If Government inspection reports indicate performance deficiencies, the CO or COR may require the Contractor to explain, in writing, why performance was unacceptable, how performance will be returned to acceptable levels, and how recurrence of the problem(s) will be prevented in the future. The CO and/or COR will evaluate the Contractor's explanation.

(b) At the sole election of the Government, and upon notification of the Contractor, the Contractor may be required to re-perform or perform late any or all defective work disclosed by Government inspection, including incomplete performance. Where the Government so elects, the Contractor shall be notified promptly after inspection that specified defective services must be re-performed or performed late, and completed within a reasonable time, as specified by the Government. In such cases, the Government shall re-inspect the work designated for re-performance or late performance, and the Contractor may be liable for any damages sustained by the Government including, for example, the costs associated with re-inspection. All re-performance by the Contractor will not be a reimbursable cost.

(c) Re-performance, and the acceptance of re-performance (or late performance), will be determined by the CO or COR on an individual service work item basis.

(d) The Government reserves the right to have any or all of the existing deficiencies corrected by other means. The

Contractor will have the full amount of the cost for having these deficiencies corrected deducted from the monthly payment.

(e) Payment may be withheld for failure to comply with any terms and conditions of the contract.

E2. SUSPENSION OF WORK: Deductions will not be taken for services not performed due to unanticipated closing of the building by the Government due to inclement weather, unanticipated holidays, failure of the Congress to appropriate funds, etc., provided the contractor's employees are compensated.

E3. CONTRACT CANCELLATION : This contract may be canceled unilaterally by either party under the following conditions: Cancellation under this clause is limited to total, not partial, contract cancellation and does not apply to individual task orders. This contract may be canceled, without cost, by either the contractor or GSA, no sooner than 120 calendar days after receipt of written notice of intent to cancel. Such a cancellation does not relieve the contractor for the obligation to perform work under this contract prior to the effective cancellation date, nor does it relieve GSA from the obligation to pay for such work. Such a cancellation will not provide any settlement costs to the contractor and will not result in any action by GSA to gain performance by a surety or to obtain reprocurement costs.

E4. INSPECTION OF DELIVERY ORDERS: The Government will perform inspections for each completed delivery order to verify successful performance and evaluate compliance with contract requirements.

E5. 52.246-4 INSPECTION OF SERVICES – FIXED PRICE (Aug 1996) Definition: "Services," as used in this clause, includes services performed, workmanship, and material furnished or utilized in the performance of services.

(a) The Contractor shall provide and maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government covering the services under this contract. Complete records of all inspection work performed by the Contractor shall be maintained and made available to the Government during contract performance and for as long afterwards as the contract requires.

(b) The Government has the right to inspect and test all services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and places during the term of the contract. The Government shall perform inspections and tests in a manner that will not unduly delay the work.

(c) If the Government performs inspections or tests on the premises of the Contractor or a subcontractor, the Contractor shall furnish, and shall require subcontractors to furnish, at no increase in contract price, all reasonable facilities and assistance for the safe and convenient performance of these duties.

(d) If any of the services do not conform with contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract amount. When the defects in services cannot be corrected by reperformance, the Government may- (1) require the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements; and (2) Reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.

(e) If the Contractor fails to promptly perform the services again or to take the necessary action to ensure future performance in conformity with contract requirements, the Government may-(1) by contract or otherwise, perform the services and charge to the Contractor any cost incurred by the Government that is directly related to the performance of such service; or (2) terminate the contract for default.

E6. FAILURE TO PERFORM:

A. If any of the services do not conform with contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract amount. If the work remains deficient, the COR may have the work accomplished by other means and deduct the cost thereof from the monthly payment. When the defects in services cannot be corrected by reperformance, the Government may--

(1) Require the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements; and

(2) Reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.

B. If the Contractor fails to promptly perform the services in conformity with the contract requirements or to take the necessary action to ensure future performance in conformity with contract requirements, the Government may--

(1) By contract or otherwise, perform the services and charge to the Contractor any cost incurred by the Government that is directly related to the performance of such service; or

(2) Terminate the contract for cause.

SECTION F

DELIVERIES AND PERFORMANCE

F1. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: The services ordered under this contract will be performed in Federally owned and leased locations, in the Greater Chicagoland area.

F2. TERM OF CONTRACT: After award, the successful offeror(s) will be given a written Notice to Proceed, and shall provide contractual services for a one year period commencing on or about November 4, 2010.

F3. OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT:

(a) The Government shall have the unilateral option of extending the term of this contract for 4 consecutive additional periods of one year each. Refer to FAR 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract – Services (APR 1984).

(b) The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified herein. Refer to FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services.

F4. GSAM 552.217-71 NOTICE REGARDING OPTIONS (NOV 1992):

The General Services Administration has included an option to extend the term of this contract in order to demonstrate the value it places on quality performance by providing a mechanism for continuing a contractual relationship with a successful offeror that performs at a level which meets or exceeds GSA’s quality performance expectations as communicated to the Contractor, in writing, by the Contracting Officer or designated representative. When deciding whether to exercise the option, the Contracting Officer will consider the quality of the Contractor’s past performance under this contract in accordance with 48 CFR 517.207.

F5. RECOGNIZED HOLIDAYS : The Government recognizes the following holidays. Should a recognized holiday fall on a weekend, the alternate day designated by the Government shall be recognized as the holiday.

1. New Year’s Day 6. Labor Day

2. Martin Luther King Day 7. Columbus Day

3. President’s Day 8. Veteran’s Day

4. Memorial Day 9. Thanksgiving Day

5. Independence Day 10. Christmas Day

F6. POST AWARD MEETING: A post award conference will be scheduled with awardee(s) soon after the contract award for the purpose of establishing a mutual understanding of the contract terms and conditions, roles and responsibilities, and general paperwork requirements.

F7. METHOD OF PLACEMENT OF ORDERS UNDER MULTIPLE A WARD CONTRACTS:

(a) The Contracting Officer/Ordering Official will provide each awardee a fair opportunity to be considered for each order.

(b) Upon identification of a requirement, the Contracting Officer or Ordering Official will make a determination as to whether the task will be awarded using the preexisting fixed price hourly rates or whether the action will be competed among the awardees. In each instance, the Contracting Officer or Ordering Official will also determine whether non price related factors will be considered in the placement of the order. Other non-price evaluation factors which may be considered in placing an order with a particular awardee may include but are not limited to past performance on earlier tasks under this contract, quality of deliverables, cost control, price, cost, or other factors that the Contracting Officer or Ordering Official believes are relevant to the award of a task order to an awardee under the contract.

(c) The determination of whether the placement of an order will be based on the hourly rates indicated on the offeror’s pricing worksheet(s) or be based on a competition among the awardees will be as follows:

(1) If a requirement to perform all of the work is completely covered by the menu services and the action is under $25,000, the order will be placed with the awardee with the lowest overall cost, unless other non price related factors, including past performance, will also be used as evaluation criteria in the placement of an order.

(2) If a requirement to perform work is based on a mix of the menu services and undefined menu services (undefined menu services are services that are not identified in the scope of work), and the undefined menu service portion does not exceed $2,500, the Contracting Officer or Ordering Official may issue a delivery or task order without seeking competition providing the price is considered to be fair and reasonable.

(3) If a requirement to perform work is based on a mix of the menu services and undefined menu of services and the undefined menu of services portion exceeds $2,500, the Contracting Officer or Ordering Official will request quotations to accomplish the requirements from the awardees. In these instances, the Contracting Officer or Ordering

Official will provide each awardee a fair opportunity to be considered for each order. The evaluation factors that will be used in the placement of the order will be specified in each request for quotation.

(d) The Contracting Officer/Ordering Official need not contact each awardee under the contract before selecting an order awardee if the Contracting Officer/Ordering Official has information available to ensure that each awardee is provided a fair opportunity to be considered for each order.

(e) Awardees need not be given an opportunity to be considered for a particular order in excess of $2,500 if the Contracting Officer/Ordering Official determines that:

(1) The need for such supplies of services is of urgency that providing such opportunity would result in unacceptable delays;

(2) Only one such contractor is capable of providing such supplies or services required at the level or quality required because the supplies or services ordered are unique or highly specialized;

(3) The order should be issued on a sole-source basis in the interest of economy and efficiency as a logical follow-on to an order already issued under the contract, provided that all awardees were given a fair opportunity to be considered for the original order; or

(4) It is necessary to place an order to satisfy a minimum guarantee.

(f) The Government reserves the right to perform work of the same type covered in this contract, with it's own forces or by contract.

(g) The Government shall review and evaluate each awardee’s performance on each task order(s), as each is completed.

This will be kept on file and used to determine future issuance of task order(s) to the awardee, as well as, exercising any of the options identified under this contract.

(h) The time of performance for orders shall be negotiated with each order and specified on the delivery order. Before any of the work within the scope of the delivery order is started, the Contractor shall confer with the COR and agree on a schedule and means of access to federal buildings.

(i) Individual delivery order meeting or discussions may be held before the start date of each delivery order. If a contractor is well informed about the work and the COR believes a meeting is unnecessary, a meeting need not be held.

F8. PROCESSING DELIVERY ORDERS:

(a) Delivery orders may be considered for all contract requirements such as survey, design, scope of work, performance time, payments, and otherwise, provided, that the requirements are in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract.

(b) Each delivery order will reference the following:

(1) Contract Number.

(2) Delivery Order Number.

(3) Date of Order.

(4) Place of Delivery or performance

(5) Scope of work

(6) Funding appropriation

(7) Start and Completion Date.

(c) No work will be performed under this contract until a delivery order has been issued in accordance with the rules of this contract. For the purpose of this contract, a delivery order shall be deemed to be "issued" at the time the Government issues a verbal notice to proceed, or deposits the order in the mail, or at the time the Government submits the delivery order to the contractor via…