Read_Me_First_P17PS02249.pdf

Pavement preservation at Newhalem and Goodell, Washington

Request for Quotations #P17PS02249

READ ME FIRST

This document reiterates and emphasizes information in the Request for Quotations (RFQ) and is provided solely for the convenience of prospective quoters. Refer to the full RFQ for detailed requirements.

Who can participate in this procurement?

This procurement is set-aside for small business concerns in accordance with FAR Part 19.5.

The NAICS code is 237310: Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction. 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 $36.5 million.

Will there be a site visit?

No, but interested parties may visit Goodell campground and Newhalem visitor center areas at any time during daylight hours. Information about the park is at www.NPS.gov/NOCA.

When will the work occur?

The period of performance (PoP) is 30 days. On-site work is not allowed before September 5, 2017; target completion is on or prior to October 20, 2017. Note: the Skagit River bridge (access to the Newhalem visitor center) will be closed for repairs 9/19 to 9/22 or 9/25 to 9/29, and the visitor center portion of this contract may not occur while the repair work is in progress. Work at Goodell may occur any time during the PoP.

What types of bonds and insurance will be required?

Payment bond (on SF25A; FAR clause 52.228-15) or irrevocable letter of credit: 100% of awarded price.

Liability and worker’s compensation insurance (FAR clause 52.228-5): Refer to Section I.

Bid bond: Not required.

Performance bond: Not required.

On what basis will you select the successful quoter?

Quotes received by the Government will be evaluated using the Simplified Acquisition Procedures in FAR Part 13. NPS will select the single quote that represents the best overall value to the government based on price, technical, and past performance factors. Review the instructions and list of quotation contents in the RFQ before submitting your quote.

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

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What type of contract will be issued?

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

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 quoters 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 quote?

Your quote must be submitted electronically. Refer to the RFQ for detailed instructions, including e-mailing address and acceptable electronic file types and size limitations. Quotes transmitted on paper (delivered, mailed, or faxed) are not authorized and will not be considered.

When is my quote due?

Unless changed by amendment, your quote is due by the date and time specified in Block 13 of the Standard Form 1442. If the due date is extended, the new due date and time will be stated in the associated amendment.

How will I know if the solicitation has changed?

The official electronic Request for Quotations (RFQ) is posted at www.FBO.gov.

Prospective quoters will be required to visit this website 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 using the procedures prescribed in FAR Part 13. After the RFQ closing date, no information regarding the identity of those submitting quotes, the number of quotes received, or the information contained in quotes will made available until after award, except as provided by FAR 13.

How can I get more information?

Read the full Request for Quotations and related attachments first. If you have questions, send an e-mail message to the Contracting Officer at sarah_welch@nps.gov. Answers will be provided in writing to the requester (if the answer is within the RFQ already) or provided in amendment(s) to the solicitation.

Note: The Contracting Officer's mailing address is North Cascades NPS Complex, 810 State Route 20, Sedro-Woolley WA 98284.

Notice regarding paid sick leave for contractor’s and subcontractors’ employees Prospective quoters are encouraged to review FAR Part 22.21 and FAR clause 52.222-62 before submitting a quote. These new requirements relate to paid sick leave per Executive Order 13706, effective January 1, 2017.