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This document is an amendment to a solicitation for the alteration of a base defense operations center at Battle Creek Air National Guard Base in Michigan. The government seeks to award a firm fixed price contract to alter walls, doors, ceilings and install new flooring, plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems including an Advantor security system. A pre-bid conference will be held on August 12 and bids are due on August 28. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses with a NAICS code size standard of $39.5M. The prevailing wage determination is included and payment and performance bonds may be required depending on final contract value. The amendment provides additional instructions to bidders and updates certain clauses.

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F6DLCE0120AW02 MBMV172815

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

The purpose of this Amendment is to update clauses and to incorporate a brand name justification for the Advantor Security System.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 8

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 27-Aug-2020

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 W50S8420B0002

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

29-Jul-2020

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

27-Aug-2020

CODE

USPFO MI 110 MISSION SUPPORT CONTRACTING

50 SABER ST

BATTLE CREEK MI 49015-5515

W50S84 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W50S8420B0002

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Section 00100 INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

SCOPE

1. Description of Project: Contractor shall alter the space of the BDOC by expanding into adjacent office space.

Contractor will alter walls, doors, ceilings, and install new flooring as indicated. Install a unisex bathroom and break area counter with sink. Alter the wet pipe sprinkler system to new floor plan. Alter plumbing system by installing water, waste, and vent lines for new unisex bathroom and sink. Alter mechanical systems by: removing existing duct work and installing new ducts to provide supply and return air to new space, alter supply piping, install new heat pump, exhaust fan, air cooled condensing unit, and electric wall heater. Electrical system will be altered to include power and lighting. Alter technology systems to include: Communications outlets and wiring, Advantor security system.

1.1. You are invited to submit a bid in response to our Invitation for Bid (IFB) W50S84-20-B-0002 for Alter Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) - Building 6911 Project Number: MBMV172815, Battle Creek Air National Guard, MI. As a result of this solicitation, the Government intends to award a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to the responsible offeror whose bid represents the best value after evaluation in accordance with the Factors and Sub-Factors in the solicitation.

1.2. As a result of this solicitation, the Government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible bidder whose bid, conforming to the invitation for bids, will be most advantageous to the Government, considering only price and price related factors.

1.3 This solicitation is set-aside 100% for small business concerns contractors under NAICS 236220 which has a size standard of $39.5M.

1.4 Facsimile transmission of a bid is not authorized. Electronic submission of bids will not be accepted. Bids must be hand carried to the bid opening or mailed.

2. NOTICE OF PRE-BID CONFERENCE

2.1. A pre-bid conference / site visit will be conducted on 12 August 2020 at 10:00 AM ET, local time for the purposes of briefing on the bid requirements and answering questions regarding this solicitation. This conference will be held at 280 Canberra Street, Bldg. 7020 Conference Room, Battle Creek ANGB, MI. Interested Contractors are Highly Encouraged to attend the pre-bid conference. The site visit will be held following the conference.

2.1.1 In order to gain access to the W.K. Kellogg (Battle Creek) ANGB, an access form must be completed by each individual to receive an access badge. This access form grants the base Security Forces Squadron the ability to run a background check on you through the Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN). Individuals may be denied access to the base, as a result of the information discovered through the LEIN check. Once this process is complete you will have 30 calendar days to pick up your access badge at the base.

2.2. Due to security conditions, all offerors must register to attend this conference and site visit.

Currently, all personnel entering Battle Creek ANGB and Selfridge ANGB who cannot maintain 6’ of social distancing, are required to have a mask on. A cloth face covering is acceptable.

a. A cloth face covering shall extend above the nose without interfering with eyewear, and below the chin to cover the mouth and nostrils completely. It shall fit snugly but comfortably against the sides of the face and be secured. Cloth face covering shall be laundered regularly to maintain good hygiene.

b. CDC guidance on use and instructions for homemade face coverings (including no-sew options using common household items) may be found here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/DIY-cloth-face-covering-instructions.pdf

Battle Creek ANGB “Pre-Authorization Access Request List” must be completed and received by Major Robert Robert Loniewsky, and Mr. Jamieson Taylor 3 business days prior to the Scheduled Site Visit. Please see the Solicitation. The pre access list is found on beta.SAM.gov Attachments within https://beta.SAM.gov OR email the POC’s below to retrieve the “Base Access Request Form” and “Access Form Directions” files.

Site Visit - Points of Contact (POC) Taylor Jamieson AND Major Robert Loniewsky Address: jamieson.b.taylor.nfg@mail.mil / robert.loniewsky.2@us.af.mil Telephone: (269) 969-3347 / (269) 969-3363

Be aware that the following information will be needed to fill out the “Base Access Request Form”:

Last Name, First Name, Middle Name Sr/Jr:

Date of Birth:

Driver’s License # or State / Federal ID #:

State of Issue:

Gender:

Race:

Nationality:

Company:

Foreign Visitors: Must reach out for further guidance / information.

2.3. This information must be provided in advance, not later than 3 business days prior to the meeting, in order to ensure access to the military base and conference site and ensure adequate seating for the conference attendees.

Even if you have access to the base you must register to ensure adequate seating. The furnishing of the above information is voluntary; however, your failure to furnish all or part of the requested information may result in the Government’s denial of your access to the pre-bid conference. This information will be provided to the Base Security Forces who will authorize your entrance to the site.

2.4. You may be required to present the following information upon arrival: (1) Vehicle Registration, (2) Valid Driver’s License, (3) Proof of Insurance for Vehicle, and/or (4) Safety Inspection and Car Rental agreement if applicable. Any of the above information furnished by you is protected under the Privacy Act and shall not be released unless permitted by law and/or you have consented to such.

2.5. Information provided at this conference or site visit shall not qualify the terms and conditions of the solicitation and specifications. Terms of the solicitation and specifications remain unchanged unless the solicitation is amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgment and receipt of solicitation amendments shall apply.

2.6. A record of the conference shall be made and furnished to all prospective offerors via posting to:

https://beta.sam.gov The record will include minutes of the meeting, including questions (on a non-attribution basis) and answers.

3. FORMAL COMMUNICATION, OFFEROR EXPLANATIONS

3.1. Submit all questions via email to the contracting office at the address shown below. Do NOT contact the A-E Firm or Engineering personnel directly. Doing so will only delay the response to your question.

All questions must come through the Contracting Office.

Subject Line: Reference No. W50S84-20-B-0002 for Alter Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) Email: Contracting Officer Steven A. Stocking - steven.a.stocking3.mil@mail.mil and Contract Specialist Michael Kitchell - michael.t.kitchell2.mil@mail.mil

INQUIRIES SHALL BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL AND INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

FORMAT:

PRE-BID INQUIRY FORMAT

Date of Bid Inquiry:

From: Company Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

Fax Number:

Email address:

Bid Inquiry: (Please clearly state your question) (If sent via an attachment word docs are preferred to facilitate posting of answers to the master Q&A document.)

3.2. Any explanation desired by an offeror regarding the meaning or interpretation of the solicitation, or bids, drawings, specifications, etc. must be requested in writing and with sufficient time allowed for a reply to reach offerors before the submission of their bid.

3.3. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to address questions received after the fifth day prior to solicitation closing with those offers deemed compliant and/or in the competitive range after closing. All questions and requests for information (RFI) must be received NOT LATER THAN the fourth working day prior to closing and will be posted not later than two working days prior to closing. OFFERORS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO

SUBMIT QUESTIONS EARLY IN THIS PROCESS.

3.4. Any changes to the drawings, specifications, etc. will be issued in the form of an amendment. However, any answers that clarify or provide an interpretation to the drawings, specifications, etc. will NOT be posted via amendment but rather as a response to the RFI on BETA.SAM at https://beta.sam.gov.

3.4.1. Receipt by the offeror must be acknowledged in the space provided on the SF 1442 or by returning a signed copy of the amendment by the time set for receipt of bids. Explanations or instructions given in a form other than an amendment to the solicitation shall not be binding. Questions (on a non-attribution basis) and answers shall be furnished to all prospective offerors via the web site.

3.4.2. For security reasons, all technical and engineering data related to this solicitation will be distributed using Beta System Award Management (SAM) (Formerly known as Federal Business Opportunities, FedBizOps ,or www.FBO.gov) (https://beta.sam.gov) system. Beta System Award Management is a web-based dissemination tool designed to safeguard acquisition-related information for all Federal agencies. Interested bidders/offerors must register with Beta System Award Management before accessing the system. Registration instructions can be found on the Beta System Award Management website at https://beta.sam.gov (Please note the registration for access to the secure site takes approximately 15 business days, so plan accordingly.)

4. AMENDMENTS

4.1. The right is reserved, as the interest of the Government may require, to revise or amend, the specifications or drawings or both prior to and/or after the date set for receipt of bids as necessary. Such amendments, if any, will be announced by an amendment or amendments to this Request for Bid. If this solicitation is amended, all terms and conditions that are not amended remain unchanged. Offerors shall acknowledge receipt of any amendment to this solicitation by the date and time specified in the amendment(s). All information relating to this IFB, including pertinent changes/amendments and information prior to the date set for receipt of bids will be posted at https://beta.sam.gov.

4.2. Offerors are strongly cautioned to check this site frequently and to “refresh” their web page to ensure they have the latest information. Note: Historically, local “plan rooms” do not disseminate amendments to solicitations in a timely manner.

5. BID REPOSITORY AND BID OPENING/MAILED BIDS –

Note: Bid opening will be a different location than project site location.

Due to security conditions, all offerors must register to attend this conference and site visit. Email the following information for all attendees to Michael Kitchell and Steven Stocking at the following addresses:

michael.kitchell.1@us.af.mil and steven.stocking@us.af.mil You may call us at (269) 969-3363 (586) 239-4881 with questions/concerns.

Firm/Company Name and Telephone Number Visitor’s Full Name and Last 4 of Social Security #.

Driver’s License # / State Issued Date of Birth Gender Race Citizenship

Visitors must pick up their passes at the Installation’s Main Entry Gate (M-59 / Rosso Hwy Road Gate) prior to arrival. You will be required to present the following information upon arrival: (1) Vehicle Registration, (2) Valid Driver’s License, (3) Proof of Insurance for Vehicle, (4) Safety Inspection and Car Rental agreement if applicable.(5) for those who have not received a pass in the past year, may be required to show either a social security card, tax ID number, or certificate of naturalization at the time of issue. Any of the above information furnished by you is protected under the Privacy Act and shall not be released unless permitted by law and/or you have consented to such

5.1. A bid repository is provided for hand carried bids and is located at 43200 Maple Street, Bldg 105, Contracting Front Office (Directly across from Room 20), Selfridge ANGB, MI 48045. Hand carried bids must be deposited in the repository prior to the time established for opening of bids. Bidders are cautioned that they will be required to sign-in and obtain a visitor’s pass to enter the facility and should allow time to accomplish this. See instructions to obtain access to the base in the Site Visit instruction. Follow the same instruction for obtaining entry to hand carry bid. Late receipt of bids due to entry delays may not be deemed excusable and the Contracting Officer may declare the bid “late” in accordance with FAR 14.304.

5.2. The bid opening will occur at the time and date specified in Block 13 of the SF1442, 28 August 2020 at 2:00pm ET. All interested offerors and their major subcontractors are encouraged to attend the bid opening.

www.time.gov will be referenced for Eastern Time at the bid repository location.

Hand carried and mailed bids must be submitted to the following location:

127th MSC Contracting Division 43200 Maple Street, Bldg. 105 (North Entrance) Selfridge ANGB, MI 48045

5.3. Mailed bids must be received prior to the day/time established for receipt of bids, and labeled W50S84-20-B- 0002 for Alter Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC). *MAILED: Due to COVID-19, it is recommended this method not to be utilized, as delivery times to Selfridge ANGB, MI may have increased. The Government will not be responsible for late offers.

5.4. Offerors are cautioned that approval to enter the base must be obtained prior to the closing date for receipt of bids. Follow the procedures outlined above in paragraph 2 for entry but use the Selfridge ANGB Base access form and email michael.kitchell.1@us.af.mil to process. Delays are probable at the entry point and should be accounted for. Late receipt of bids due to base entry delays may not be deemed excusable and the Contracting Officer may declare the bid late and remove it from consideration.

*HAND CARRIED: Due to the COVID-19, this is not recommended. Members will have to gain access to the base, and follow all Selfirdge ANGB, State (Executive Orders), and CDC Guidelines / associated with COVID-19.

HAND CARRIED offers may be delivered, or hand carried, but ONLY the last hour –prior to the Due Date / Time and only if access to the Base is allowed.

*Individuals not following applicable COVID 19 procedures in place at the time bids are due are subject to be removed from SANGB.

At this time, a Mask is required when 6’ of Social Distancing cannot be maintained. Anyone entering the base shall have a Mask at this time.

6. BID BONDS – Bid Guarantee is required when Payment and Performance Bonds are required. See Clause 52.228-1.

6.1. Payment protections are required when actual contract value exceeds $35,000 but less than $150,000. See Clause 52.228-13.

6.2. Payment and Performance Bonds are required when actual contract value exceeds $150,000. See Clause 52.228- 15.

7. WAGE DETERMINATION

7.1. The Construction Wage Rate Requirements, formerly known as Davis Bacon Wage Rates, are applicable to this project. Current prevailing wage determination(s) at time of issuance of solicitation are MI20200079 07/24/2020 MI1 for Calhoun County, Michigan. (49037).

In the event the current prevailing Wage Determination is changed by the Department of Labor prior to the closing date of the solicitation, the most current wage determination is in effect. Should the wage rate change after closing, but prior to award, the updated Wage Determination will be incorporated by amendment and issued to all offerors that have not been eliminated from the competition. If applicable, these offerors/contractors will be given a reasonable opportunity to provide revised bids solely to amend bids due to Wage Determination changes.

If the wage determination modification does not change any affected wage rates, then the provisions of FAR 22.404- 5(c)(4) will apply.

7.2. Applicable wage rates can be found at https://beta.sam.gov/wage-determination/MI20200079/1?index=wd&keywords=&is_active=true&sort=-modifiedDate&date_filter_index=0&date_rad_selection=date&wdType=dbra&construction_type=Building&state= MI&county=15490&page=1

8. BID PREPARATIOM AND PRE-CONTRACT COSTS

This IFB does not commit the Government to pay costs incurred in preparation and submission of initial and subsequent bids or for other costs incurred prior to award of a formal contract.

9. REMOVAL OF SECTIONS AT TIME OF AWARD

Sections 00100, 00110, 00120, 00600 and all exhibits will be physically removed as a result of an award, but will be deemed to be incorporated by reference in that award.

10. DISPOSITION OF UNSUCCESSFUL BIDS

In compliance with FAR Subpart 4.8, the Government will retain one copy of all unsuccessful offers. The Government will destroy extra copies of unsuccessful offers. No destruction certificate will be provided.

11. OFFERORS QUALIFICATIONS

To establish its responsibility, the apparent low bidder may be requested by the Government prior to award, to submit a statement regarding his previous experience in performing comparable work, his business and technical organization, financial and bonding resources and plant available to be used in performing the work. This action may be requested to determine if the contractor is responsible.

12. INFORMATION REGARDING AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES

The Contracting Officer has determined that Government-operated utilities are adequate and will be furnished to the contractor without charge where existing outlets are available. The contractor is responsible for installing temporary service outlets, as necessary, at its expense in accordance with the clause entitled “Availability and Use of Utility Services” (FAR Clause 52.236-14). The following utilities will be available; Water, Electricity.

13. EXCEPTIONS

If the offeror takes exception to any of the requirements specified in this solicitation, the offeror shall clearly identify each such exception and include a complete explanation of why the exception was taken and what benefit accrues to the Government. All exceptions to the solicitation requirements (Sections 00010 through 01000) and supporting rationale shall be included in an addendum to the bid and clearly labeled "Exceptions". An addendum is only required if the offeror takes exception to any requirement in the solicitation. (The Addendum does not have a page limitation, but shall only include information relevant to exceptions taken to the solicitation requirements.) The Government will assume an offeror takes no exceptions to any solicitation requirement if the offeror does not submit an Addendum identifying exceptions. Offerors are advised that solicitation requirements are not necessarily negotiable and such exceptions may render an offeror's bid unacceptable and ineligible for award.

14. CLAUSES

14.1. Clauses and provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supplements thereto are incorporated in this document by reference and in full text. Those incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text.

14.2. Clauses and provisions in this document may not appear in consecutive order.

15. BRAND NAME REQUIREMENTS

Advantor Alarm System (End of Section 00100)

The following included by reference have been revised:

52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting AUG 2020

SECTION 00600 - REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and

Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

AUG 2020

SECTION 00700 - CONTRACT CLAUSES

The following have been deleted:

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

AUG 2019

52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance AUG 2020 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

AUG 2020

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