PreBid Blast Fence.pptx

117th Air Refueling Wing

PRE-BID CONFERENCE

SOLICITATION NO.

W50S6M-25-B-A011

BRKR172012 – Construct Blast Fence, at the 117th ARW

INTRODUCTIONS

Contracting Personnel Mr. Stephen Shanks, Contracting Officer Mr. William K Hall, Contract Specialist MSgt Jonathan Werkmeister, Contract Specialist

Civil Engineering Lt. Col. Jeffrey Farmer, Base Civil Engineer Capt Freddy Rodriguez, Deputy Base Civil Engineer

Seay, Seay and Litchfield Mr. Daniel Burton, Architect Mr. David Donovan, Architect

DISCLAIMER

The following is a brief overview of the requirements

Contractors are cautioned to carefully read the requirements of the solicitation and comply accordingly

Projects W50S6M-25-B-A011

PROJECT TITLE: Construct Blast Fence

MAGNITUDE OF PROJECT: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000

LOCATION: 117th Air Refueling Wing, Sumpter Smith Joint Base, Birmingham, Al.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE

DATE: 1400 (2:00 PM CDT) on 4 Sep 2025

Documents must be received prior to or on this date Questions (Written Only) Deadline: 0900 CDT on 26 Aug

LOCATION: 117th ARW C/O Base Contracting 5401 East Lake Blvd Birmingham, AL 35217-3545

Hand carried bids, deliver to Building 700, Base Civil Engineering Classroom.

Email bids will NOT be accepted

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All documents should have proper signatures

Performance Bond and Payment Bond: On Awarded IFB

Performance Period: 210 days after NTP

Davis Bacon Wage Rates applicable: AL20250157, dated 01/03/2025

Questions Send to:

william.hall.65@us.af.mil jonathan.werkmeister@us.af.mil

All RFI’s/questions must be submitted to the contracting office. DO not contact the CE or A&E directly.

ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS

All questions, on a non-attribution basis, and the answers will be posted to the website https://sam.gov/content/opportunities

All Addendums will be issued by an Amendment and posted to https://sam.gov/content/opportunities

Check website regularly and don’t forget to REFRESH the web page.

Award

Award will be a Firm Fixed Price

Funds are not presently available.

Project Overview Project Scope:

Demolish existing blast fence and existing asphalt.

Construct new 14’-0” blast fence assembly designed for full engine run-up capabilities.

Install new concrete foundations and paving.

Relocate asphalt access drive.

Relocate and flight line security pole and fuel shut off switch. Refer to electrical drawing.

Relocate in-grade hydrant. Modify grading and new storm drainage structure(s). Modify existing utility structure manhole covers.

Modify chain link fencing.

Flight line striping

ADAL Blast Fence (BRKR072012)

Phasing & Occupancy:

Contract Duration of 210 Calendar Days

Phase 1 – Material Procurement (120 calendar days).

No on-site work should commence until all required materials are procured in order to limit disruption to 117th flying mission to minimum amount of time possible.

Phase 2 – On-Site Construction (90 calendar days maximum) Do not start prior Government approval with appropriate advance notice.

On-site work subject to coordination with 117th flying mission requirements.

Road Realignment Can be accomplished in either Phase 1 or Phase 2 with prior approval by the Government.

Ensure new asphalt paving is given appropriate time for curing. Access to the project site must come through paved surfaces (FOD prevention).

If completed within Phase 1, work must be accomplished on non-UTA weekend.

Existing aircraft apron will remain in operation.

All personnel will have to complete flight line driving course administered by the ANG.

Work is within a restricted location. Government escort will be required at all time – limited night and weekend work availability. Normal ANG hours are T-F 0700-1730

Lighted barricades to be provided to section off work area from active apron areas. Barricades to become ANG property at end of project.

Base access at East Lake Blvd. Entry control point on North end of the base.

Site access will be from the SW corner near the new blast deflector locations.

FOD is a major concern! Comply with all Government directives regarding FOD prevention.

Closed lid debris containers.

Vehicle FOD checks.

Routine clean up.

Supervision & Job-Site Trailer:

Contractor shall provide on-site supervision as required to successfully complete the work.

Contractor shall provide a dedicated superintendent. The Superintendent may act as the quality control manager and safety manager.

On-site office space not required.

Sustainability:

The project design incorporates Sustainability Concepts to achieve optimal resource efficiency, constructability, and energy conservation.

The project will not be registered with the USGBC, nor will it pursue certification by a third-party rating system.

However, the project is intended to be LEED Meritable in accordance with ANGETL 15-01-01.

As such, specific sustainability goals are listed in the project specifications. Contractor will be required to provide products and systems meeting the specified requirements and provide appropriate documentation during the submittal process to substantiate the product/system’s ability to meet or exceed the specified required.

Submittal approval will be contingent upon receipt of required sustainability information.

Limited Source Requirements:

Not applicable. No limited source products/equipment required by project scope.

However, blast fence assemblies must be designed and certified for full engine run-up for the KC135 airframe.

FAA Duct:

FAA telecommunications duct bank is present on site. Exact location and depth is not known.

Contractor to carefully excavate and locate the duct bank. Notify Architect and Government of it’s location for final coordinate of blast deflector location.

Damage to duct bank and/or interruption in FAA communications will result in significant fines. Contractor shall be responsible for any and all fines levied by the FAA if duct bank is damaged or communications are interrupted.

Project Management Software:

Contractor will be required to utilize Architect's newforma system for all project communication All submittals and RFI will be submitted electronically Web-based interface will be provided at no cost to the Contractor iPad applications will also be made available to contractor at no cost.

Regular progress meetings.

Frequency will be based upon progress schedule and work quality.

A minimum of bi-weekly meetings should be anticipated.

Third party project manager, if utilized, will be required to be on site a minimum of once a month - refer to administrative requirements specification.

SITE VISIT SECURITY AND SAFETY BRIEFING

You can have your cell phones, but no driving and talking on your cell phone

All photos must be approved by the Government.

All contractors must be accompanied by an escort during the site visit.

ONCE AGAIN PROPOSALS ARE DUE

NO LATER THAN

Friday 4 Sep 2025 2:00 p.m. CDT

Thank You

We appreciate your interest in this project Office Open Tuesday - Friday 0700- 17:30

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