Read_Me_First_P15PS00940.pdf

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

North Cascades National Park Service Complex

810 State Route 20 Sedro-Woolley WA 98284

360-854-7200 phone 360-856-1934 fax

Replace HVAC at Visitor Center, Newhalem WA P15PS00940

This document reiterates and emphasizes information in the Request for Proposals (RFP) (SF1442 plus Sections B through M) and is provided solely for the convenience of prospective offerors. Refer to the RFP for detailed requirements.

Who can participate in this procurement?

This procurement is set-aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) concerns in accordance with FAR Part 19.14. The NAICS code is 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. To qualify as a small business under this NAICS code, the firm must be organized as for-profit, with average annual gross revenue for the past three years under $15 million. The prime SDVOSB contractor will be subject to the limitations on subcontracting requirements of FAR clause 52.219-27.

What is the estimated value?

In accordance with FAR 36.204, the estimated magnitude of this construction project is between $250,000 and $500,000.

Will there be a pre-proposal site visit?

Yes: A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at 11:00 am.

Interested Contractors should meet at the visitor center in Newhalem; the entrance road leaves Washington State Route 20 at milepost 120. Attendance at the site visit is encouraged, but not mandatory.

What types of bonds and insurance will be required?

Bid bond (FAR clause 52.228-1): 20% of offered price.

Performance bond (FAR clause 52.228-15) Payment bond (FAR clause 52.228-15) Insurance (FAR clause 52.228-5)

On what basis will you select the successful Offeror?

NPS will select the offer that represents the best value based on price, technical, and past performance factors. The specific evaluation factors are stated in Section M of the RFP. Review the proposal preparation instructions and list of offer contents in Section L before submitting your proposal.

What type of contract will be issued?

All work will be performed under a single firm-fixed-price design-build construction contract subject to the Construction Wage Rate Requirements in FAR Part 22.4.

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

Where and how do I submit my offer?

Your hard-copy proposal must be delivered by U.S. mail, common courier (e.g. UPS, FedEx), or in person to Sarah Welch, 810 State Route 20, Sedro-Woolley WA 98284. Proposals sent by fax, e-mail, or electronically through FedConnect will not be considered.

When is my offer due?

Unless changed by amendment, your proposal is due by the date and time specified in Item 13 of the Standard Form 1442, Solicitation, Offer, and Award. If the offer due date is extended, the new due date and time will be stated in the associated amendment. Refer to FAR clause 52.215-1.

How will I know if the solicitation has changed?

The official electronic Request for Proposals (RFP) is posted at www.FBO.gov and www.FedConnect.net. Prospective offerors will be required to visit these websites periodically to check for amendments and other changes to the contract documents; no other notifications will be sent. No hard copies of the solicitation will be mailed or issued. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

Information Concerning the Disclosure of Results This acquisition is being conducted under the provisions of FAR Part 15 as a negotiated procurement. In accordance with FAR 3.104 and FAR 15.207, after receipt of proposals, no information regarding the identity of those submitting offers, the number of offers received, or the information contained in such offers will made available until after award except as provided by FAR 15.503.

How can I get more information?

Read the full Request for Proposals and related attachments first. If you have questions, send an e-mail message to the Contracting Officer at sarah_welch@nps.gov. The Contracting Officer's mailing address is North Cascades NPS Complex, 810 State Route 20, Sedro- Woolley WA 98284.