Solicitation Amendment with RFI Responses_W9115120B0020_Replace Insulation.pdf

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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

a. This amendment is issued to provide responses to questions from industry.

b. This amendment is issued to change the Bid Opening Date and Time to 19 August 2020 at 11:00 AM CDT.

c. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged 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.

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 07-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 W9115120B0020

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

17-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 X is extended, 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 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

07-Aug-2020

CODE

MICC - FORT HOOD

36000 DARNALL LOOP, ROOM 1300B

FORT HOOD TX 76544-5025

W91151 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W9115120B0020

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00010 - SOLICITATION CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 12-Aug-2020 04:30 PM to 19-Aug-2020 11:00 AM.

The performance code has changed from Award to Notice.

The required performance has changed from Replace Insulation This is an "Invitation for Bids"A Bid Bond is required (see section 00100, FAR Clause 52.228-1).Alternative Payment Protection is required (see section 00700, FAR Clauses 52.228-13 or 52.228-14) as follows:Payment bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit (ILC).As required by FAR 36.204, the estimated magnitude of this project is between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.The NAICS for this acquisition is 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (SB size standard $16.5 million).This acquisition is 100% Service Disable Veteran Small Business (SDVOSB); no large business bids will be accepted for this procurement.The awardee of this contract will be required to provide a Superintendent through completion of the project (see section 00700, FAR Clause 52.236-6). Project Manager, Quality Control and Superintendent Positions are considered key positions. These positions SHALL not be sub-contracted and must work directly for the prime contractor.Bidders are required to provide a valid CAGE Code (Block 14 FACILITY), Point of Contact (POC) and email address with their bid.Electronic Bid Opening: Bid Opening will be held by telephone conference call. Bidders shall submit their bids through the Department of Defense Safe Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) website. to Replace Insulation This is an "Invitation for Bids"A Bid Bond is required (see section 00100, FAR Clause 52.228-1).Alternative Payment Protection is required (see section 00700, FAR Clauses 52.228-13 or 52.228-

14) as follows:Payment bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit (ILC).As required by FAR 36.204, the estimated magnitude of this project is between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.The NAICS for this acquisition is 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (SB size standard $16.5 million).This acquisition is 100% Service Disable Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB); no large business bids will be accepted for this procurement. The awardee of this contract will be required to provide a Superintendent through completion of the project (see section 00700, FAR Clause 52.236-6). Project Manager, Quality Control and Superintendent Positions are considered key positions. These positions SHALL not be sub-contracted and must work directly for the prime contractor.Bidders are required to provide a valid CAGE Code (Block 14 FACILITY), Point of Contact (POC) and email address with their bid. Electronic Bid Opening: Bid Opening will be held by telephone conference call. Bidders shall submit their bids through the Department of Defense Safe Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) website..

The following have been added by full text:

RESPONSES TO INDUSTRY

Request for Information (RFI) Consolidated List

W91151-20-B-0020 Replace Insulation in Bldg. 32029

1. Q. What is the required insulation thickness for the roof and the walls?

Ans: Contractor shall ensure that all structural steel components are coated with spray foam (min 1” thickness) providing a continuous layer of spray foam insulation.

2. Q. Please verify that the two existing roof vents are to be closed off and covered/via insulated?

Ans: Contractor shall seal or patch all penetrations, openings and cracks in the building exterior shell. Roof vents will remain in place.

3. Q. Please identify which of the eight exterior lights are to be replaced?

Ans: 4 on front and 2 each side.

4. Q. Are the door frames to be replaced?

Ans: No

5. Q. Are new doors to be painted?

Ans: Yes Sherwin Williams Well-bred brown

6. Q. Who will be responsible for removing all interior equipment and items in the building?

Ans: Occupant

7. Q. Is there a current lead and asbestos abatement survey for the building?

Ans: No report available.

8. Q. Is there any part of the building that may contain lead or asbestos?

Ans: No report available

9. Q. SOW calls for door hasp to be installed. This installation is normally classified as illegal by the fire department. Can this be verified?

Ans: Install hasp

10. Q. Will a knox box be required?

Ans: No

11. Q. Will all items in the building be removed before work starts?

Ans: Yes

12. Q. Will the bollards need to be abated and painted?

Ans: Prepared and painted

13. Q. Will damaged panels need to be replaced? (40%)?

Ans: No

14. Q. Will the cages be removed or painted?

Ans: No

15. Q. Will any damaged exterior panels need to be replaced?

Ans: Contractor shall reset and secure front left exterior end corner panel with oversized panel screws.

16. Q. Will damaged lights need to be replaced?

Ans: No

17. Q. There is a leak in the middle of the roof deck will this need to be repaired?

Ans: See response to question 2.

18. Q. Will the center vent be sealed before envelope insulation?

Ans: No

19. Q. Existing door hardware is damaged. Will door hardware be replaced?

Ans: Contractor shall reuse existing round knob door locks, cores and strike plates.

20. Q. Is there any insulation behind wall panels that will need to be removed?

Ans: No

21. Q. Replace eight outdoor lights even though the building has ten?

Ans: Yes. See question 3

The following have been modified:

PROJECT SYNOPSIS

PROJECT SYNOPSIS

REPLACE INSULATION

Building 32029

Project No. 1C1203000P-1 May 11, 2020

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The work shall be located at Building 32029, located at the intersection of 72nd street and W Ivy Division Rd, Fort Hood Texas. The exact location will be shown during site visit. Building(s) will not be occupied during performance of work under this Contract.

The purpose of this project is to make minor facility repairs and remove old failing metal roof underside insulation and replace with new spray foam insulation.

The following drawings are included as part of the Solicitation.

G-101 Cover Sheet/ Project location

After award, one set of Adobe PDF contract drawings and PDF specifications, and one set of Micro Station format drawings (if available) will be furnished to the Contractor on CD. Reference publications will not be furnished.

Contractor shall immediately check furnished drawings and notify the Government of any discrepancies.

A project construction sign will not be required for this project. Contractor shall keep all permits and other documents required to be on the job site in a 3-ring binder or posed on a bulletin board within the construction area.

PERFORMANCE PERIOD: Barring any contingencies that arise during construction, the Government requires this project be completed within 90 calendar days. Completion is defined as completion of all contractual obligations.

IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROCUREMENT TEAM:

Contracting Officer (ACO): The Contracting Officer has sole authority to obligate the Government.

Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): The COR is appointed by the Contracting Officer and serves as the Government's technical representative and primary point of contact in the field following contract award. The COR will inspect various phases of work in progress to ensure the 3-phase inspection plan is in place and being adhered

to. The COR will perform all inspection and acceptance on behalf of the Government for this project.

Project Manager: The Project Manager developed and reviewed this requirement, and will participate in further developing the project through negotiation of a firm fixed price.

The PM will serve as the technical liaison between the Government (fire and safety staff) and the contractor in clarifying work requirements, performance standards, and other technical requirements. Following contract award, the Project Manager is accessible only through coordination with the COR.

Design Engineer: Design Engineer developed this requirement, and will participate in further developing and reviewing the project through negotiation of a firm fixed price with the Project Manager. The DE will serve as a technical liaison to the in clarifying work requirements, performance standards, and other technical requirements.

Following contract award, the Design Engineer is accessible only through coordination with the COR to the PM.

SITE WORK

DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

1. Contractor shall remove and dispose of old remaining blown insulation from all interior surfaces.

2. Contractor shall examine surfaces and correct defects that may adversely affect the system application. Surfaces that are to receive spray foam application shall be dry; completely cured; free of grease, oils, dirt and other foreign matter or contaminants which will interfere with total adhesion of polyurethane foam. Prior to foam application, fill or otherwise seal openings where foam spray may damage or contaminate interior items or surfaces in accordance with manufacture’s recommendations.

3. Contractor shall apply spray foam continuously to roof ceiling sealing all penetrations, corners and openings.

Apply each spray pass at right angles to the previous pass to the extent practicable. Check foam thickness during application by probing depth with probe wire. Application shall be uniform and free of interior voids or gaps.

4. All substrates receiving spray foam shall be prepared for application in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.

5. Contractor shall apply R-30 closed cell application to underside roof and previously coated upper wall panel areas.

6. Contractor shall ensure that all structural steel components are coated with spray foam (min 1” thickness) providing a continuous layer of spray foam insulation.

7. Contractor shall apply a spray applied intumescent thermal barrier; the intumescent application shall limit the rise of the foam insulation temperature to not more than 250 deg F after 15 minutes of fire exposure, in compliance with ASTM E 119 or UL 263.

8. Contractor shall seal or patch all penetrations, openings and cracks in the building exterior shell.

9. All finishing products shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Cure the applied foam for a minimum of 48 hours and as otherwise recommended by the foam manufacturer prior to application of any coatings.

10. Contractor shall submit product data of polyurethane foam, application and handling instructions.

11. Contractor shall submit qualification of the applicator; the applicator shall receive and submit a manufacturer's letter qualifying the applicator to use the submitted product.

12. Contractor shall ensure applicators wear protective clothing and gloves during materials handling and application. Eye and face protection is required by applicators. Respirator masks are required when handling or applying materials.

13. Product shall not include CFC, HCFC, or formaldehyde. Containers shall be factory marked with the manufacturer's name or trademark. Polyurethane foam shall meet the following requirements:

14. Contractor shall protect adjacent surfaces from overspray. Clean and remove overspray from objects not intended to receive spray foam.

15. Contractor shall prohibit open flames, sparks, welding, and smoking in the application area. Provide and maintain a fire extinguisher of appropriate type and size in the application area.

16. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING Materials shall be delivered, stored, and handled in accordance with manufacturer's written recommendations.

DIVISION 08 OPENINGS

17. Contractor shall demolish replace three steel entry doors and hinges. Replace with new 16 gage insulated steel exterior doors with 1’X1’ wire reinforced vision panels and heavy duty non-removable hinges.

18. Contractor shall equip each door with heavy duty hardened steel padlock hasp. Hasp shall be secured to door and strike jam according to manufacture recommendation. Install steel latch guard plate to each door per manufacture recommendation.

19. Remove and replace all exterior door weather stripping with new aluminum weather stripping.

20. Contractor shall reuse existing round knob door locks, cores and strike plates.

DIVISION 09 FINISHES

21. Contractor shall strip old paint from existing exterior bollards in front of the building and repaint using a paint manufactured for metal. Color shall be safety yellow and the tops of the bollards shall be wrapped with red & white 4 inch wide reflective tape. Starting six inched down from the top of the bollards and wrapped three times spaced 6 inched between each 4 inch tape.

DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

22. Contractor shall replace two exterior GFI duplex outlet boxes where the covers are missing, replace with same type and style.

23. Contractor shall replace and remount eight exterior light fixtures. New exterior light fixtures shall be new led wall pack with photocell for greater energy efficiency. 75 Watt-9375, lumens-5000 Kelvin average, equal or better.

24. Contractor shall replace missing downspout elbow on front left corner of building, match elbow on right downspout. Replace crushed rear downspout, new elbows and downspout color shall match existing.

25. Contractor shall reset and secure front left exterior end corner panel with oversized panel screws.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Exhibit/Attachment Table of Contents

DOCUMENT TYPE DESCRIPTION PAGES DATE

Exhibit A Technical Exhibit A-

Specification

3313 11-JAN-2016

Exhibit B Technical Exhibit B- Cover Sheet of Project Location

1 12-MAY-2020

Exhibit C Technical Exhibit C- Site Conditions Photos

12 04-JUN-2020

Exhibit D Technical Exhibit D- 32029 Old Asbuilts

5 17-FEB-2011

Exhibit E Technical Exhibit E- Ext.

Light Example

2 04-JUN-2020

Attachment 1 Attachment 1- Appendix A

141 10-MAR-2017

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

Any bids received in response to this solicitation SHALL carry a 120 day acceptance period before prices need to verified, extended or re-negotiated.

1. Submission of Bids

a) The priced bid shall be supported by a draft progress schedule that demonstrates the offeror's understanding of the work requirements, phasing of work between buildings, and estimated time frames for ordering and installing equipment. Bidders are required to submit bid documents at the DOD Secure Access File Exchange Service website:

https://safe.apps.mil. The DoD SAFE website is an enterprise technical solution that provides the capability of secure data transfer of large files (8GB maximum). SAFE is available for use by unauthenticated users also;

however, a DoD CAC holder must initiate the exchange process. Users are identified as DoD users that authenticate to DoD SAFE using a CAC and non-DoD or non-CAC holders are referenced as Guest (Bidder). A copy of the DoD Safe User Guide will be available for your convenience.

b) If you would like to submit a bid for W91151-20-B-0020, submit an email with the subject line “Intent to bid for W91151-20-B-0020” to roy.r.cantrell2.civ@mail.mil and aheisha.m.crooks.civ@mail.mil by 13 August 2020 at

03:00 PM CDT.

c) On 17 August 2020, before 3:00 PM CDT, the recipient who sent an “Intent to Bid” email (as instructed in para.b) will receive an automated Request a Drop-off email with a URL, which allows for the uploading of the files.

The URL also includes the request code, which also can be used to “drop-off” / upload a file. You will have 1 day to upload your “Intent to Bid” files: 18 August 2020, CDT. LATE SUBMITTALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

(DoD SAFE will retain data for up to 7 days).

d) The Bidder can upload up to a maximum of 25 files, (total size cannot exceed 8GB). The Bidder shall place a Description of each file uploaded located in the "Description of File(s)" box located on the right. It is the Bidder's responsibility to ensure the proposal is uploaded acceptably. Bidders should include bid number W91151-20-B-0020 in their short note to the recipient on DoD SAFE. No hard copies or CDs will be accepted.

2. Electronic Bid Opening a)The Bid Opening will be held by telephone conference call on 19 August 2020, 11:00 AM CDT-11:30 AM CDT, bidders are to dial in at the following phone number at (978)990-5000 Access Code 304649. Bidders will announce their full name and company when prompted to do so at the beginning of the call.

b) Anyone wishing to attend the telephonic bid opening MUST notify the Contracting Officer roy.r.cantrell2.civ@mail.mil and Contract Specialist aheisha.m.crooks.civ@mail.mil by email no later than 14 August 2020, 3:00 PM CDT with a firm commitment.

3. Pre-requisites for Speciality Trade Licensure and Certification

Licensed Electrician, (with minimum 2 years of experience)

In responding to this solicitation for bids, the bidder shall provide copies of certifications/training identified above and below as a part of the bid. Failure to provide this documentation will render the bid non- responsive and no further consideration will be given to that bidder for award of this contract. No substitution of the individual possessing the required pre-qualifications will be authorized without the written approval of the Contracting Officer, and no time will be allowed for the contractor to acquire the required training/certification after the contract is awarded.

4. Work Experience

The prime contractor shall demonstrate that it possesses general construction contract management by providing at least three examples of relevant work experience within the last 5 years in an awarded contract similar to the requirements stated in this solicitation. Documentation shall be submitted with the bid and include the contract number, the date of contract award, the customer's name and contact information, the awarded dollar value, the value of the contract at completion, a description of all work elements included in the contract, the number and type of specialty trades needed to complete the contract, the period of time allocated for completion of the work and actual time required to complete the work (include reasons for time extensions).

Federal work experience is preferred; however, the Government will accept work experience from both State and institutional and commercial contracts as well. No residential work experience will be considered appropriate for this purpose. Failure to provide this documentation will render the bid/offer non-responsive and no further consideration will be given to that bidder for award of this contract.

5. Pre-Bid and Pre-Construction Conferences

The Contracting Officer will conduct a pre-bid/pre-proposal conference in conjunction with the site visit. All potential bidders/offerors attending the site visit are highly encouraged to attend the pre-bid/pre-proposal conference.Information on the scheduled Site Visit is located in FAR 52.236-3 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995) of this solicitation. Space limitations dictate that no more than two representatives from each company attend. The Contracting Officer will review solicitation submittal requirements, and other administrative matters critical for successful and timely performance of the work.

The Contractor shall attend a Government coordinated preconstruction conference within 10 calendar days of contract award. As a minimum, the conference shall be attended by the contractor’s appointed project manager, the superintendent, the QCM, and administrative personnel responsible for preparation of contract documents, certified payroll records and invoices. The contractor shall deliver letter appointments of its key personnel that include each individual’s duties, roles and responsibilities

6. Amendments to Solicitation

(a) If this solicitation is amended, then all terms and conditions which are not modified remain unchanged. Offerors will acknowledge receipt of any amendment to this solicitation (1) by signing and returning the amendment, or (2) by identifying the amendment number and date in the space provided for this purpose on the form for submitting a quote. The Government must receive the acknowledgment by the date and time specified for receipt of proposals indicated in block 10 of the SF1442.

7. Subcontractor List

Offerors shall submit a list of proposed subcontractors as an attachment to their bid. If offeror does not intend on utilizing subcontractors (self-perform), offeror shall state so in their bid. Failure to provide this listing or statement will render the quote nonresponsive and eliminate the offer from further consideration for award.

(End of special requirements)

52.252-3 ALTERATIONS IN SOLICITATION (APR 1984)

Portions of this solicitation are altered as follows:

Amendment 01 – Responses to questions from industry

(End of Provision)

(End of Summary of Changes)