N6274224R6707 Amd 0002 released.pdf

ACQR6049147

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

N6274224R6707 D/B Construction of Vehicle Maintenance Facility, Palau International Airport, Koror, Palau

Detail of Amendment 0002 begins on the next page.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 30-Jul-2024

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X N6274224R6707

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

07-Jun-2024

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

30-Jul-2024

CODE

NAVFAC ROICC THAILAND (US EMBASSY)

7 SATHORN TAI ROAD

BANGKOK THAILAND 10120

N62742 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE (SF 30)

The following have been added by full text:

AMD 02 PPIS & NON COST

The following changes will be considered part of this solicitation:

A. Proposal due date is unchanged and remains as 2 August 2024, no later than 11:00 a.m. Thailand time.

B. The following changes are hereby incorporated to Part 1 under this solicitation.

AMENDMENT 0002

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

PART 1

PROPOSAL FORMS AND DOCUMENTS

1. Part 1, Page 7 Section 002100 Pre-proposal Sive Visit (PPSV), item 1.b. has been replaced as follows:

b. Pre-Proposal Site Visit (PPSV) attendance is required in order to be considered for award to ensure full understanding of the logistical challenges involved with this project and decrease risk of unsuccessful completion or financial hardship for contractors.

b. Pre-Proposal Site Visit (PPSV) attendance is highly encouraged to ensure full understanding of the logistical challenges involved with this project and decrease risk of unsuccessful completion or financial hardship for contractors.

2. Page 13, 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION), Note has been replaced as follows:

Note: Pre-Proposal Site Visit (PPSV) attendance is required in order to be considered for award to ensure full understanding of the logistical challenges involved with this project and decrease risk of unsuccessful completion or financial hardship for contractors.

Note: Pre-Proposal Site Visit (PPSV) attendance is highly encouraged to ensure full understanding of the logistical challenges involved with this project and decrease risk of unsuccessful completion or financial hardship for contractors.

3. Part 1, Page 17 Section 002200, item 2.3, c. Volume 2.

(2.1) Non-Cost Factor 1 – Offeror Experience:

Change from:

i. At least one (1) design-build projects performed as prime contractor including new construction of a reinforced concrete building at a minimum of 120m2.

ii. At least one (1) design-build projects performed as prime contractor including new construction of a prefabricated engineering building (PEB) at a minimum of 120m2.”

To:

i. Similar in Size: Construction projects between $400,000 and $2,500,000 in final construction cost. One (1) project must be at least $1,000,000. Any project outside this range may not be considered.

ii. Similar in Scope: At least one (1) construction project of a single (or more) story reinforced concrete building with a minimum size of 120m2 and at least one (1) construction project of a single (or more) story prefabricated engineering building (PEB) with a minimum size of 120m2.

iii. Similar in Complexity: Construction projects involving multiple trades performed in Southeast Asia, Nepal, Maldives, Timor Leste, Palau, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), or Federated States of Micronesia (FSM).

4. Section 070000, add Clause 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities. (Nov 1991) in full text.

5. Section 073000, add Host Nation Requirements.

C. The following attachments are incorporated to the RFP.

- Attachment 1. PPIs and Answers

SECTION 00 70 00 - CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

52.236-7 PERMITS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOV 1991)

The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with any Federal, State, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of the Contractor's fault or negligence. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract.

(End of clause)

SECTION 00 73 00 - SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

HOST NATION REQUIREMENTS

Contractor Licensing and Hiring Requirements

Contractors must be duly authorized to operate and conduct business in any host country and must fully comply with all laws, decrees, labor standards, and regulations of the host country during the performance of the contract. The

United States has established international agreements with the Philippines that include provisions relating to the procurement of supplies, employment preferences and use of local and U.S. contractors, as well as restrictions on hiring of third country nationals or utilization of third country contractors. Offerors are expected to comply with all controlling international agreements and with the laws of host nations whether the United States Government provides notice of the existence of such requirements. The contractor will not be permitted use of third country personnel or contractors in the performance of this contract without a demonstration that reasonable efforts to employ citizens, nationals, and permanent residents of host nation and the United States, or contractors of the host nation and the United States, have been made and that wages competitive with or higher than those being paid for similar work performed in the host nation by citizens of the host nation or of the United States are being offered.

The contractor shall not employee third country personnel or contractors without written notification of United States approval from the Contracting Officer.

252.222-7002 Compliance with Local Labor Laws (Overseas). (Jun 1997)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with all

(1) Local laws, regulations, and labor union agreements governing work hours; and

(2) Labor regulations including collective bargaining agreements, workers’ compensation, working conditions, fringe benefits, and labor standards or labor contract matters.

(b) The Contractor indemnifies and holds harmless the United States Government from all claims arising out of the requirements of this clause. This indemnity includes the Contractor’s obligation to handle and settle, without cost to the United States Government, any claims or litigation concerning allegations that the Contractor or the United States Government, or both, have not fully complied with local labor laws or regulations relating to the performance of work required by this contract.

(c) Notwithstanding paragraph (b) of this clause, consistent with paragraphs 31.205-15(a) and 31.205-47(d) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, the Contractor will be reimbursed for the costs of all fines, penalties, and reasonable litigation expenses incurred as a result of compliance with specific contract terms and conditions or written instructions from the Contracting Officer.

(End of clause)

Permit Compliance

The United States does not directly hold environmental permits in the host nation. The contractor shall comply with environmental permits held by the host nation for the benefit of a DoD project even if the contractor is not named in the permit. Contractor shall document general procedures and their implementation for compliance with permit conditions, Best Management Practices, and required mitigations. Contractor shall be responsible for any required corrective actions. Contractor shall provide permit compliance and corrective action documentation to the COR and any additional Government and Host Nation representatives as requested by the COR.

52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities. (Nov 1991)

The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with any Federal, State, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of the Contractor’s fault or negligence. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract.

(End of clause) Environmental Permit Compliance

The contractor shall comply with environmental permits held by the host nation for the benefit of DoD even if the contractor is not named in the permit. The Contractor shall not assume that the United States holds permits in host nations. Contractor shall document general procedures and their implementation for compliance with permit conditions, Best Management Practices, and required mitigations. Contractor shall be responsible for any required corrective actions. Contractor shall provide permit compliance and corrective action documentation to the COR and any additional Government and Host Nation representatives as requested by the COR.

Green Waste

Contractor shall submit a Green Waste Management Plan to the COR for government review and approval. If Rhinoceros Bettle(CRB) and/or Little Fire Ants (LFA) are present in the geographic area the plan must include a method of destruction that does not result in unacceptable impacts to air quality.

Workforce Housing Facilities for "Temporary Resident Workers" Be aware of local sensitivities and cultural values. Workforce housing facilities and visible components thereof shall be of solid color without visible markings, graphics, and/or text.

Temporary Construction Facilities Physical Appearance

Be aware of local sensitivities and cultural values. Temporary facilities and visible components thereof shall be of solid color without visible markings, graphics, and/or text.

Biosecurity for Construction Contracts

Invasive species can be purposefully or inadvertently moved with construction equipment, personal protective equipment and hand tools, foot traffic, vehicles and vessels, raw construction materials, and packing materials.

Invasive species can become pests and affect the economy, ecology, and human health. It is critically important to be aware of ways to prevent the movement of invasive species and implement best management practices. The Contractor shall take all practicable measures to prevent introduction or spread of invasive species in association with contract performance, including importation of supplies, equipment or personnel and movement of supplies, equipment, or personnel between locations. At a minimum, all activities shall comply with U.S. and host nation biosecurity laws and regulations, shall include 100 percent inspection of equipment and supplies. If the contract performance results in introduction or spread of invasive species, the contractor shall be responsible for taking appropriate measures, in consultation with appropriate authorities, to contain and prevent contract related spread of such species at no additional cost to the government. In addition, the Contractor shall:

a. Comply with all necessary inspections of raw construction materials, equipment, and vehicles for invasive and pest species prior to entering of the project site and prior to moving equipment offsite. The Contractor is responsible for any cleaning or inspection fees.

b. Non-native invasive species can be inadvertently moved with construction equipment, Personal protective equipment, hand tools, foot traffic, vehicles, vessels, raw construction materials, and packing materials.

c. Conduct vehicle washdown and inspection for soil and other material to prevent the inadvertent movement of invasive species from the project site to other locations. Establish appropriate facilities that comply with all environmental laws and regulations, and promptly take corrective or preventative actions for noncompliance. Include these details in a biosecurity/Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan and environmental briefs.

d. Submit a biosecurity/HACCP Plan, prepared in accordance with USFWS HACCP Manual for all imported equipment and imported construction materials and supplies. The HACCP plan must address, as a minimum, the identification and control of invasive and non-native species in construction equipment and construction materials and supplies.

e. Implement and update the HACCP plan accordingly to reduce the risk of spreading invasive species. The HACCP development team should include at least two members, one member with biological expertise with invasive species and one member from the project team who has a clear understanding of the project activities and requirements. Contractor is responsible for training all personnel on the project specific HACCP requirements once the plan is approved by the Government.

f. The Contractor must compile all supporting documentation (e.g. reports, checklists and logs) required under their HACCP Plan and submit such documents to the Contracting Officer on a monthly basis. Once all HACCP plan activities are complete, bound hardcopies of the plan and all supporting documentation and submit to the Contracting Officer.

Communication and Engagement with ROP Government Representatives

The Contractor is not an employee of the Government and shall not represent the Government in an official or unofficial capacity. The Contractor shall not communicate with Host Nation or Territorial governments, agencies, companies, or persons without prior written direction or authorization from the TOCOR, Alternate TOCOR, or Contracting Officer.

The government may share or direct the sharing of deliverables submitted as part of this contract with representatives of the Host Nation/Territory. The Contractor shall present information using language that is appropriate for potential review by persons external to DoD.

The Contractor shall demonstrate professional, respectful, and tactful behavior at all times when communicating or engaging with any persons associated with Host Nation/Territories and at all times when transiting to, from, and visiting Host Nation/Territories. All team members proposed by the Contractor to travel to Host Nation/Territories for the purposes of this contract must be approved by the Government prior to any travel.

The Contractor may be required to engage with local government representatives before, during, and/or after survey efforts as required by the agreements between the U.S. Government and the ROP Government. Engagement could also involve, but is not limited to, meeting with local government representatives before, during, and/or after survey efforts and allowing other government officials to provide oversight of surveys, as requested. U.S. Government representatives will commence all coordination efforts with local government representatives and continue coordination for as long as practicable. The Contractor’s local SMEs would then engage in direct communication with local government representatives where permission is granted and where direct coordination would be more efficient for all parties involved.

Palau Environmental Planning For any contract requiring an {EA or EIS} an {Environmental Assessment/Environmental Impact Statement} is expected to be required. Consistent with controlling international agreements, the contractor shall comply with substantive provisions of Palau law regarding preparation of the {Environmental Assessment/Environmental Impact Statement} including requirements for preparation by an “Environmental Professional” recognized by the Palau Environmental Quality Protection Board (EQPB). The Contractor shall, as part of its proposal, identify an EQPB approved environmental professional (individual or firm) that will be responsible for preparation of the {Environmental Assessment Preparer/Environmental Impact Statement} and shall provide documentation of EQPB approval of the individual or firm. The individual or firm shall have experience with submittal of at least one prior {Environmental Assessment Preparer/Environmental Impact Statement} in Palau that was accepted by the EQPB within the last ten (10) years. Any communications with EQPB must comply with host nation communication requirements.

Palau Key Personnel

For any contract requiring an Environmental Assessment/Environmental Impact Statement, the following Key Personnel are required:

Environmental Planning Project Lead The Contractor shall assign an Environmental Planning Project Lead to this contract who shall oversee and manage all environmental planning work described here within and staff assigned to the preparation of {EA, EIS}. The person assigned to this position shall coordinate the efforts of all key personnel and supporting staff to ensure all requirements of ROP’s {EA, EIS} regulations are met. This person shall provide overall quality control of all work performed and ensure that all deliverables are coordinated for consistency where applicable and ultimately meet or exceed professional standards. The Environmental Planning Project Lead assigned to this contract must have the following qualifications:

1. A bachelor’s degree or higher in science, community planning, or a related field acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

2. Minimum of five years of full-time relevant professional experience in managing the preparation of environmental planning documents.

3. Experience working with ROP environmental regulatory agencies.

4. Experience obtaining and addressing public input received during environmental planning in ROP.

5. May be an employee of the prime firm or a subcontractor.

Archaeologist The Contractor shall assign an Archaeologist to this contract who will, under the direction of the Contractor’s Project Manager, oversee and manage all cultural resources tasks described in this contract. The Archaeologist shall provide technical oversight and technical quality control of cultural resources work performed. Together with the Project Manager, the Archaeologist shall ensure that cultural resources deliverables meet or exceed professional standards. In addition to working closely with the Project Manager, the Archaeologist shall coordinate closely with the Government’s TOCOR and Cultural Resources SMEs. The Archaeologist must have the following qualifications:

a. Shall meet the United States Secretary of the Interior Standards for archaeologist, which requires a master’s degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field PLUS at least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent training in archeological research, administration or management; at least four months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archaeology; and demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.

b. Shall have at least five years of experience in cultural resources investigations for complying with Sections 110 and 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, or similar host nation requirements. Of the five years, at least two years shall have been working on the development of NEPA or similar environmental planning documents and specialized cultural studies and at least one year shall have included work in Palau or elsewhere in Micronesia.

c. Shall be experienced in the evaluation of properties in accordance with criteria for the National Register of Historic Places and be well-versed in federal historic preservation laws.

d. Shall have at least five years of demonstrated expertise and experience applying the theories, methods, and practices of archaeology in Micronesia that enables professional judgments to be made about the identification, evaluation, documentation, or treatment of prehistoric or historic and archaeological properties, and which includes Supervisory and Project Director level experiences.

e. Shall, prior to award, have the current ability and qualifications to prepare, lead, and conduct on-site cultural resource surveys in ROP, including being on a list of Professionals who have established/approved credentials with the Palau Bureau of Cultural and Historical Preservation (BCHP).

f. May be an employee of the prime firm or a subcontractor.

Marine Biologist The Contractor shall assign a Marine Biologist to this contract who will, under the direction of the Contractor’s Project Manager, oversee and manage all marine resources tasks described in this contract. The Marine Biologist shall provide technical oversight and technical quality control of marine resources work performed. Together with the Project Manager, the Marine Biologist shall ensure that associated deliverables meet or exceed professional standards. In addition to working closely with the Project Manager, the Marine Biologist shall coordinate closely with the Government’s COR and Marine Resources SMEs. The Marine Biologist must have the following qualifications:

a. Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in a marine science-based field, such as biology, ecology, environmental science or other closely related field that is approved by the Contracting Officer.

b. Shall have at least five years of full-time professional experience in a marine science-based field, such as biology, ecology, environmental science, or closely related field. Of the five years of working experience in the marine sciences, at least two years shall have been in support of the development of reports used in ROP environmental planning and related consultations.

c. Demonstrated professional experience shall include working as project manager for marine resources studies, conducting marine resources surveys, organizing projects, and coordinating with other environmental media areas. This person must have demonstrated ability to successfully manage and implement research design and sampling strategies; make strategic and professional decisions in the field;

and clearly communicate both orally and in writing as evidenced by their completed technical reports/publications.

d. Shall have marine experience within the last five (5) years in Palau including, but not limited to, conducting underwater surveys for coral, fish, or other marine species in Palau.

e. Shall have the current ability and qualifications to prepare, lead, and conduct the on-site marine resource surveys described in this SOW within the ROP.

f. Shall be employed by or closely affiliated with a Palau-based marine research entity or organization such as the Coral Reef Research Foundation or the Palau International Coral Reef Center; or if a person with such affiliation and appropriate qualifications is not available after consultation with such entities, with a U.S.

based marine research entity with a recent history of performing scientific research in Palau.

g. May be an employee of the prime firm or a subcontractor.

Munitions of Explosive Concern/Explosive Remnants of War/Munitions of Explosive Concern

The Contractor shall comply with Palau explosive remnants of war requirements, including site survey requirements and use of Palau-approved contractors.

Requirements For a United States Contractor To Do or Carry-On Business In The Republic Of Palau Pursuant To the Status Of Forces Agreement Concluded Pursuant To Section 323 Of The Compact Of Free Association

All United States Contractors wishing to do or carry on business in the Republic of Palau pursuant to the Status of Forces Agreement Concluded Pursuant to Section 323 of the Compact of Free Association must first file with the Office of the Registrar of Corporations the following materials:

1. A Declaration sworn to on oath by two officers of the corporation (See enclosed Declaration form).

2. A copy of the articles of incorporation, charter, or act of incorporation, certified to by the proper officer of the state where the corporation was organized, which certificate shall also state that the corporation is in good standing, if that is the fact.

3. A copy of the bylaws of the corporation, as amended to the date of the Declaration, certified to by the proper officer of the corporation.

All United States Contractors wishing to engage in business not covered by the Status of Forces Agreement must, prior to engaging in such business in the Republic, register as a Foreign Corporation with the Registrar of Corporations.

(End of Summary of Changes)

N62742224R6707_0002 Attachment 1.

SOURCE SELECTION INFORMATION - SEE FAR 2.101 AND 3.104

Question No. Reference (Sect/Para/Page)

QUESTION GOVERNMENT RESPONSE

SF1442, Blocks 7, 8, & 13 and RFP Section 00 21 00, Item 2.1

SF1442, Block 13 specifies that offers are to be provided as an original and 1 copy, while Block 8 regarding who offers are to be addressed to advised to “See Item 7”, and Item/Block 7 provides the NAVFAC ROICC Thailand address.

However, Item 2.1 of Section 00 21 00, states “The price proposal and technical proposal shall be submitted separately and must be submitted via e-mail to the Contract Specialist and the Contracting Officer.”

Please clarify:

(1) how offers are to be submitted – electronically and/or in hard copy;

(2) where offers are to be submitted – via direct delivery to the office and/or electronically via e-mail; and

(3) if offers are to submitted via direct delivery, kindly advise if the address in Item/Block 7 is the same for hand-delivery and mail delivery utilizing a courier service such as FedEx.

The proposal shall be submitted via e-mail only to the Contract Specialist and the Contract Officer, per reference page 7, item 2, 2.1 Proposal Format.

RFP Section 00 21 00, Item 4.1

Item 4.1 of RFP Section 00 21 00 states “4.1 Proof of the Offeror’s ability to legitimately conduct business in the Country where the project is located. This requirement may be satisfied by an Offeror (or one of a firm’s Joint Venture partners) having the appropriate registration.”

Kindly advise what “proof” that NAVFAC expects Offerors to provide to meet the stated requirement, and what is the “appropriate registration” for an Offeror to have that may also satisfy the requirement.

Per FAR 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities and Part 2, Page 24, LICENSES/PERMITS:

Contractor Bears the responsibility for permitting and licensing under the Permit and Responsibilities Clause, 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities, and would be liable for any violation under the host nation’s law.

RFP Section 00 10 00 & 00 22 00

The estimated Magnitude Range for this contract is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

However while the project value is not part of the relevant project definition, the RFP does require similar design-build construction with the following relevant characteristics:

i. At least one (1) design-build projects performed as prime contractor including new construction of a reinforced concrete building at a minimum of 120m2.

ii. At least one (1) design-build projects performed as prime contractor

Non-cost Factor 1 is revised under Amendment 0002. Please refer to the amendment 0002.

N62742224R6707_0002 Attachment 1.

SOURCE SELECTION INFORMATION - SEE FAR 2.101 AND 3.104

including new construction of a prefabricated engineering building (PEB) at a minimum of 120m2.

We kindly request the government’s consideration of the following requests to ensure that the government receives competitive proposals:

a. Being a design-build project, kindly consider allowing the submittal of relevant project experience from both the Prime Contractor and design team members.

b. A PEB structure is simple in both scope and execution once the structure is designed. Therefore, please consider allowing an Offeror to submit relevant project experience that was completed under the design-build or design-bid-build process and performed as prime contractor.

4 RFP Section 00 21 00 & 00 22 00 As the price proposal and technical proposal will be submitted electronically, please confirm that electronic signatures are acceptable.

Electronic signature is acceptable.

RFP Section 00 22 00, Non-Cost Factor 4, Technical Solution

RFP states the Factor 4 narrative shall not exceed two (2) double-sided pages (or four (4) single-sided pages). Kindly confirm that the required conceptual design drawing details do not have a page limitation and are allowed to be submitted on sheet sizes up to 11-inches by 17-inches.

Per Non-Cost Factor 4, Technical Solution, pages 20 to 21 of 37, Concept design drawings required in item ii. have no page limits. The offerors shall submit this proposal electronically in PDF format, at least in A4 size. There is no need to submit a hard copy.

SF1442, Block 13 Due to the design-build nature of the RFP’s project, ample time is necessary to develop the required design information for the proposal as well as is necessary to obtain pricing from subcontractors/suppliers, followed by required review time by Offerors to ensure a complete and competitive proposal is provided to the government. As the Pre-Proposal Site Visit was just held on 3 July 2024, we kindly request at least a two

(2) week extension to the current proposal due date.

The date for submission of proposal is extended from 18 July 2024 to 2 August 2024, no later than 11:00 a.m. Thailand time, per Amendment 0001.