W911SA22B2004 Solicitation Amendment 0007.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

The purpose of amendment 7 is to answ er questions received and update Attachment 2 and Attachment 3.

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 13-Apr-2022

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 W911SA22B2004

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

22-Dec-2021

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

13-Apr-2022

CODE

MICC - FT MCCOY

BLDG 1108 SOUTH R ST

FORT MCCOY WI 54656-5153

W911SA 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W911SA22B2004

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been added by full text:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

1. Please confirm QFPE services are not required for this project. We have seen no reference to UFC 3-600.

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 01000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are installed properly.

2. Please confirm the design intent of the fire alarm/mass notification devices. Are there to be separate clear and amber strobes throughout the facility?

GOVT: The strobes shall be clear.

3. Please confirm contractor should completely demo the existing fire alarm/mass notification system and discard?

GOVT: The contractor shall completely demo the existing fire alarm/mass notification system and discard

4. Please confirm contractor should provide and install a complete new fire alarm/mass notification system except for the TVXR Radio Antenna panel which is supplied by the government?

GOVT: The contractor shall completely demo the existing fire alarm/mass notification system and discard

5. Do the devices in Pool A106 & Spa Deck A103 need to be weatherproof?

GOVT: Follow the requirements of the NFPA 70 and UFC 4-750-07 Recreational Aquatic Facilities, and 3- 520-01 with change 2 Interior Electrical Systems.

6. Are fire alarm notification devices required for Patio A001?

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 10000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are properly installed.

7. Fire Alarm notification device shown in Storage A109, but not A107. Please confirm.

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 10000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are properly installed.

8. Do not see any duct mounted smoke detectors on the plans. Please confirm if they are required.

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 10000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are installed properly.

9. Please confirm the output voltage of the CHP generator, the specs call for 480V and plans call for 208V.

There is no 480V in the building after the remodel.

GOVT: The output voltage on the CHP is 208V

10. Surface raceway is referenced per 16700 2.14 at a fire desk location. Please confirm location of Fire desk?

GOVT: There is no Fire Desk in this project.

11. Is the removal of the current pool water to be removed by the general contractor? If so, can it be disposed on base or does it need to be trucked off base?

GOVT: The contractor shall remove the pool water. The water can be disposed of in the sewer system.

12. For the overhead door, is a Polyurethane insulated door acceptable? There are not many options available for Polystyrene insulation… Polyurethane is a superior product.

GOVT: Either type of insulation is acceptable.

13. The spec on page 260 says 12” high lettering. 12” high lettering will not fit on this wall. It looks like the lettering that is drawn on page 24 is about 8” high. Please clarify lettering size.

GOVT: See the amended sheet A2.0.

14. Under Direct Digital Control System for HVAC – 15910 – 1.04 – A it states Andover without stating a specific installer, but in Instrumentation and Control Devices for HVAC – 15920 – 2.01 – A, it specifies Automated Logic, by Winona Heating and Ventilation, Inc. , no substitutes. Does this mean that any control contractor can install the DDC system as long as they buy the devices from WHV? Or is WHV the only allowed Controls contractor?

GOVT: The DDC system and the Instrumentation and Control Devices are open to any contractor and manufacturer, substitutes are allowed in both cases. The new controls and devices are required to be compatible for extension of the existing system.)

15. E1.0 note 1 (REMOVE EXISTING LIGHTING FIXTURE AND RETAIN EXISTING CIRCUITING FOR USE WITH NEW LIGHTING FIXTURE). E2.0 Shows new circuit to the lighting locations. Should the area be recircuited? The new circuits show there is Panel CHP circuits mixed with Panel P1 circuit. Is the lighting piped in a way that the CHP circuits are not mixed with the P1 circuits?

GOVT: The intent was to keep the existing outlet boxes and raceways, to the greatest extent possible, and meet the intent of NFPA 70.

16. Is MC cable allowed in walls and above ceilings?

GOVT: All conductors shall be in conduit.

17. I do not see duct detectors on the plans. Are there none needed?

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 10000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are installed properly.

18. I do not see a remote annunciator panel on the plans. Is one needed?

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 10000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are installed properly.

19. There are wall mount clocks on the plan but no spec section. Are they 120 volt or battery? Will a spec section be provided for the bid?

GOVT: 13 Inch round wall clock, Large black bold numbers against white face, Silent Non Ticking Quartz, Battery Operated, Classroom/Home/School/Office Clock.

20. On page A1.4, keynote 3 and 4 say “Painted CMU from finished floor to 109’-0”. Painted high impact gyp.

Bd. From 109’-0” to deck above.” And “Painted CMU from finished floor to 113’-4”. Pvc plastic panel over w.r. gyp bd. From 113’-4” to roof above”. Are those two keynotes correct? Or should the measurements be in inches rather than feet?

GOVT: The finished floor is at elevation 100’-0”. The numbers in the keynotes refer to elevations, an elevation of 113’-4” means 13’-4” above finished floor elevation.

21. On plan sheet E0.1 General notes #9 calls for 1” conduit with 4” box; comm detail 1(same page) shows ¾” conduit with 4 11/16” box. Which is correct?

GOVT: The Comm. detail is correct, 1” conduit is acceptable.

22. E4.1. Can a none fused manual transfer switch be install after the transformer per Excel Energy standards?

GOVT: The See amended sheets E0.1 – E5.1.

23. Installing a none fused manual transfer switch directly after the utility transformer seems to be an ARC flash hazard.

GOVT: Manual transfer switch shall be Load break rated, whenever possible transfer power without a load. Install sticker stating this,

24. Excel Energy does not allow a meter socket to be installed without a CT Cabinet over 400amp.

GOVT: Provide and install a CT Cabinet as required by the utility company. Even though a CT Cabinet is not specifically labeled on the one-line diagram, the industry standard symbol for a current transformer is shown in the location of the meter socket.

25. Please provide the information for the generator the that the kirk-key will be installed on, the Kirk-Key has to be manufactured and keyed to match the on the MDP electrical panel main breaker.

GOVT: The kirk-key interlock is between the 800A MCB breaker of panel MDP, and the 800A circuit breaker in panel MDP, feeding out to Generator Connection Cabinet. The kirk-key interlock does not go to the breaker on the generator itself.)

26. Are there controls that need to be run from the COGEN contactor to the ATS?

GOVT: The Cogen unit has stand alone controls that are not directly connected to the existing DDC system. This unit is to a separate internet connection for maintenance and monitoring by equipment supplier. See notes in input/output table on sheet M7.2.

27. Is item B in the attachment below a fused disconnect or circuit breaker? (See diagram on the last page) GOVT: The item is an enclosed circuit breaker.

28. E3.1 Scissor lift is on the plan by CU 1. What does that mean? I can’t find it on the electrical schedule.

GOVT: See panel M-1 sheet E5.1

29. I do not see in the fire alarm spec where QFPE standard is mentioned in the fire alarm spec. Will that standard be followed on this project like the rest of the new projects at Fort McCoy?

GOVT: The services of a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer will be required. See amended specification section 10000 General Requirements paragraph 1.08. The General Contractor shall hire a QFPE to review the design and ensure the systems are installed properly.

30. Is there a Specification section for the swimming pool that should be followed?

GOVT: See Division 13 specifications.

31. Will there be any ceiling fans with wire guards on them to move air around in the Gym?

GOVT: There are no ceiling fans in this project.

32. Is there an electrical control system for the score board or is it wireless?

GOVT: Scoreboard shall be reused. New circuit is being brought to existing scoreboard.)

33. Does the fire alarm devise in the gym need wire guards?

GOVT: Wire guards for the fire alarm devises in the gym are required.

34. M2.2 shows a very large piece of equipment outside of the Gym and it is not shown on the electrical panels. Does this need power?

GOVT: The large piece of equipment is the existing air handling unit for the gym. This has some exterior ductwork shown for removal and reinstallation so the exterior façade can be accessed behind the ductwork.

No electrical changes or updates required.

35. E3.0 is there any electrical work in room A102?

GOVT: Perform work as per the drawings and specifications.

36. E3.0 is there any electrical work in room A101?

GOVT: Perform work as per the drawings and specifications.

37. Where do the hot tube push buttons go too? They are not on the demo plans.

GOVT: See sheet E1.1 for demo and sheet E3.0 for installation.

38. E4.1, Note 1 “Where is the manual transfer switch supposed to be in the one line? What breaker is it hooked to? What is the amperage of the transfer switch?”

GOVT: The Kirk-Key interlocks act as the manual transfer switch. The connection to the Generator Connection Cabinet is through a 800A circuit breaker. Refer to reissued electrical set that had MTS removed. The See amended sheets E0.1 – E5.1.

39. Are there any manufacturer warranty issues with the gym floor being exposed to the elements? Also, are there any manufacturers requirements for protecting the floor to maintain any warranty?

GOVT: There is no existing warranty on the gymnasium floor, the contractor shall protect the floor during demolition and construction,

40. Door opening B121B is a pair of doors and the associated hardware group 14A is for a single opening. Please advise.

GOVT: Door B121B is a single door, the floor plan is correct; the door schedule on sheet A6.0 is incorrect.

The door schedule should read 3’-0” x 7’-0” the remainder of the door schedule for that door is correct.

41. Door opening B113B is calling for hardware group 14B but is missing. Please advise.

GOVT: Door B113B: the hardware group is 14.

42. Door opening A103A is calling for hardware group 11A but is missing. Please advise.

GOVT: Door A103A: the hardware group is 11

43. Please confirm all exterior openings are to meet minimum anti-terrorism.

GOVT: All exterior openings shall comply with UFC 4-010-01 DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings, sections 3-10 Standard 10 Glazing and 3-13 Standard 12 Exterior Doors.

44. On sheet A1.0, the demo shows deck removal to the back of the pool wall with the pool remaining, however on sheet S1.0, it looks like the entire pool is getting removed. Also, talking to a pool contractor, he is thinking the existing pool walls stay, but the floor of the pool gets demolished as well as the gutter around the pool. Can you clarify the extent of pool demo?

GOVT: See amended sheets AQ0.1 – AQS5.3.

45. Wall Types 4 and 5 are designated to be 1 Hour Fire Rated walls. However, there is not a fire rated head of wall detail provided. Neither detail provided is for a fire rated condition. Please provide a fire rated head of wall detail for the top of these walls.

GOVT: See the amended drawings.

46. There is no specification for Non-Structural Interior Metal Framing. Please provide a specification if available.

GOVT: See the amended specifications.

47. Drawing Page E4.1 calls for the MDP to have an 800A GFI breaker and for all breakers in MDP to be GFI as well. Is this truly the intent of the DOR, we are hearing from our supplier that this will cause a significant increase in size and cost of the equipment?

GOVT: Issued drawings have GFCI labels removed. Refer to reiussed electrical set to have GFCI removed0

48. Is there a paging spec? Speaker locations noted for all three building sections, but no spec GOVT: The speakers and TV system are to be removed, and reinstalled. See keynote 1 sheet E3.1.

49. In the spec it states the backbone cabling is to be extended from room B119 to B129, B129 does not exist and B119 is the stretching room.

GOVT: See sheet E3.1 enlarged Power & Systems Plan keynote 2, the specification should be: Room B118 to B117.

50. How many Cat 6 cables are to be pulled to each data location? The Data symbol on the drawing says rough in only per the legend on E.01 GOVT: See sheet E0.1 Detail 1; Wire Communication Outlet Detail.

51. What type of cable(s) need to be pulled to the (9) TV locations? I didn’t see it mentioned in the spec nor does it clarify on the legend E.01 GOVT: See the amended drawings.

52. However Appendix B at the bottom of the spec shows 4 cat 6 cables GOVT: Not sure what this question is referring to.

53. On page 15940-5 item N specifies integration of the Andover BAS with lighting control and power meters.

I am not seeing either of these (lighting controller or power meter) specified in Div 16. Otherwise I will just exclude this interface in my scope of work proposal.

GOVT: Exclude from work.

54. Confirm the building will be unoccupied during construction.

GOVT: The building will be unoccupied during construction.

55. Confirm the government will remove and store and reinstall all furniture and equipment that is to be reused prior the construction starting.

GOVT: See sheet A1.1 Demolition Plan General Notes #1.

56. Sheet C2.0, keynote# 11, who is responsible to remove and relocate the metal building, the contractor or the government.

GOVT: The contractor shall move the metal storage shed. . The government will remove contents of the shed.

57. Sheet C2.0, keynote# 12, who is responsible to remove and relocate the hazardous storage shed, the contractor or the government.

GOVT: The contractor shall move the hazardous storage shed. The government will remove contents of the shed.

58. Sheet A4.0 key note 29 calls for a projector screen, confirm this will be provided by the government as this is not a specification section in the project manual that describes this.

GOVT: The Government is supplying the projector screen.

59. Sheet A4.0 key note 35 calls for a corner guards, confirm this will be provided by the government as this is not a specification section in the project manual that describes this.

GOVT: The corner guards shall be provided by the contractor. Corner guards shall be High Impact Surface Mount Corner Guard System, 3” total width, height as per drawing. Corner Guards shall be similar to Inpro 130 High Impact Corner Guard.

60. Structural drawing sheet S1.3 details 1 and 2 indicate light gage metal trusses are required. Confirm requirements of these as this is not a specification section in the project manual that describes them.

GOVT: Spec sections 05420: Cold Formed Metal Truss Framing and 05310: Steel Decking should be added to specification – see attached.

61. Section 06640 calls for Plastic Paneling, Section 09975 also calls for (FRP Fiber Reinforced Plastic). Both section are calling for similar products. Which one applies to this project?

GOVT: Both products shall be used, Section 09975 page 2 paragraph 4.01.B, and Sheet A6.0 Finish Schedule, also Sheet A4.0 wall type 9, sheet A1.3 keynote 25. Add FRP to room B116, Janitor Closet, south and east wall shall have FRP on the wall to 4’ AFF.

62. Section 09975 page 2 paragraph 4.01.B calls for FRP to be installed at upper level of gym walls where work is done around new windows. The drawings do not indicate the extent of this? Confirm what is required.

GOVT: Call out in spec is incorrect – there is no FRP in gymnasium

63. Keynote 25 on sheet A1.3 calls for PVC plastic paneling over existing …., which plastic paneling is required? Section 06640 or 09975?

GOVT: : Both products shall be used, Section 09975 page 2 paragraph 4.01.B, and Sheet A6.0 Finish Schedule, also Sheet A4.0 wall type 9, sheet A1.3 keynote 25. Add FRP to room B116, Janitor Closet, south and east wall shall have FRP on the wall to 4’ AFF.

64. Confirm location of spray foam insulation listed in section 07210.

GOVT: See sheet A5.1

65. Details on sheets A5.1 and A5.2 show numerous locations of wood blocking. There is no specification section describing this? If this to be provided by the contractor? Is this fire treated or non-fire treated?

Please confirm.

GOVT: The blocking is provided by the contractor, blocking is non-fire treated.

66. Section 10280 calls for shower curtains, none are shown on plan. Are they to be provided by the contractor under this contract?

GOVT: The shower curtains are to be provided by the contractor. Shower curtains are to be installed at each shower stall.

67. Confirm which locker (Locker type A or Locker Type B) is metal and which is wood.

GOVT: See the amended drawings and specifications.

68. Spec section 08452 Translucent Panel Wall Assemblies under section 1.4 B. Glazing unit shall meet ASTM E1300 and F2248 as required by UFC 4-010-01, what is the standoff distance and charge weight is for this project? Nothing indicated on drawings.

GOVT: All exterior openings shall comply with UFC 4-010-01 DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings, sections 3-10 Standard 10 Glazing and 3-13 Standard 12 Exterior Doors.

69. The specs for B1122 gutters call out for 5-inch k style aluminum. The plan calls out for 4x6 steel gutters.

Please confirm which style is wanted.

GOVT: The gutter shall be a box gutter as called out on the drawings.

70. Plan page P2.6 Detail 1 note 2 and 3 speak of a new 6” water service. There are no details of this in the site plans. Please provide site plans for the new water service.

GOVT: See the amended drawings.

71. Panel CHP has breaker on one half designated and breaker on the other side are not. What size breaker need to be supplied? Do any of them need to be GFCI?

GOVT: The See amended sheets E0.1 – E5.1.

72. Panel MDP shows all breakers to be GFCI on the plans. Is this correct?

GOVT: The See amended sheets E0.1 – E5.1.

73. Please provide more specification on the type of ceramic tiles wanted. What collection and or part number is desired?

GOVT: Submit manufacturers standard colors to the COR. Pool tiles shall comply with section 13 11 14 3 AQUATIC TILE paragraph 2.02 and section 09300 CERAMIC TILE paragraph 2.02.

74. Site water main and services… Plan page P 2.0 and Plan page P2.6 (detail 1) both show water lines coming from the exterior below grade however the civil does not show any new water lines. Please clarify.

GOVT: See amended drawings.

75. Section 09 26 0 Gypsum Board does not specify steel stud framing requirements. Please confirm.

GOVT: Spec sections 05420: Cold Formed Metal Truss Framing and 05310: Steel Decking should be added to specification – see attached

76. Sheet C2.0 keynote 10 calls for a wood cedar fence, no spec section is noted. Is this by the Government or to be part of this contract?

GOVT: The fence is supplied and installed by the contractor.

77. Section 09 51 1 ACT, no tile type is specified, please confirm.

GOVT: See paragraph 2.02 A, B, & C.

78. Confirm mix design requirements for all concrete work. None provided in drawings or specifications.

GOVT: See amended specifications 12 11 13.

See question #27

The following have been modified:

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Contract Specialist:

Jim Hubert Phone: 608-388-1251 E-mail: james.k.hubert.civ@army.mil

Contracting Officer:

Steve Bailey Phone: 608-388-6077 Email: steven.m.bailey2.civ@army.mil

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the President’s declaration of a National Emergency concerning COVID-19 on 13 March 2020, MICC Ft McCoy is following the recommended safety guidelines imposed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, therefore, the procedures for bid submission and public bid openings are hereby changed as detailed in the following paragraphs. See Pages 4 and 5 for full details on bid submission.

Please note: The time the Bid is due is different from the time of the Public Bid Opening. This will allow time for bids to be downloaded from SAFE in order to be read aloud during the Public Bid Opening teleconference. Late Bids received after the Bid Due date/time will not be considered for award; even if they are received before the Public Bid Opening. Screen Shots of the SAFE submission will be taken to confirm each contractor bid was received by the bid due date/time.

Bid Due Date: April 28, 2022 BidDue Time: 11:00 AM CST Bid Opening Time: 1:00 PM CST

Contractor POC E-mail ______________________________________

DUNS ___________________________________________________

TAXPAYER ID # __________________________________________

PROJECT MAGNITUDE

The magnitude of this project is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 365 Days after Notice to Proceed

Include the following within the sealed bid package:

1) Completed SF1442 with acknowledgement of all amendments

2) Completed Attachment 5, SF24

3) Any additional verification documents

BID SUBMISSION: Due to the current COVID-19 public health crisis, electronic bids submitted through DoD Secure Access File Exchange (SAFE) (https://safe.apps.mil) will be the only accepted method for submission of bids for this solicitation. Traditional paper bids will not be accepted. Non-CAC users will not have the capability to upload proposals or documents without a Drop-Off request. Offerors must send an email to the Contract Specialist at james.k.hubert.civ@army.mil to receive a Drop-Off request; please include the solicitation number in the subject line of the email. Once the Offeror receives the Drop-Off request, the Drop-Off can only be accessed for a period of 14 days to upload files. We request that you submit your request for a Drop-Off no sooner than two to three days prior to the submission due date because all uploaded files will be automatically deleted from DoD SAFE 7 days after upload. Offeror's are reminded to allow sufficient time for their submittals' files to upload, transmit, and timestamp.

Therefore, waiting until the last minute to attempt transmission of your proposal could result in your submittal being deemed late should the website encounter performance or technical issues.

Public Bid Openings: Due to the current COVID-19 public health crisis, the Public Bid Opening for this solicitation will be conducted via teleconference. To attend the Public Bid Opening teleconference, any interested party must submit an email request to the Contract Specialist james.k.hubert.civ@army.mil prior to the Bid Opening time in order to access the teleconference. The Contract Specialist will provide you the phone number and attendee passcode for attendance. Once the teleconference has begun, no access information will be distributed, and no information will be repeated for late attendees.

The public bid opening will occur two hours after the due date and time specified for bids in order to facilitate the transfer bid submission via DoD SAFE to the MICC as well as set up the teleconference call.

Please note: The time the Bid is due is different from the time of the Public Bid Opening. This will allow time for bids to be downloaded from DoD SAFE in order to be read aloud during the Public Bid Opening teleconference.

Late Bids received after the Bid Due date/time will not be considered for award; even if they are received before the Public Bid Opening. Screen Shots of the DoD SAFE submission will be taken to confirm each contractor bid was received by the bid due date/time.

Bid abstracts and Screen Shots of the DoD SAFE submission will be posted on beta.sam.gov at the conclusion of the Public Bid Opening Teleconference.

The bidder’s failure to include information required by this solicitation may result in the bid submission being found non-responsive and may therefore be ineligible for award.

A site visit is scheduled for January 4, 2022 at 1:00pm Local time.

Interested attendees are asked to meet at the Contracting Office: Bldg. 1108. South R Street, Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. See Site Visit in Section 00100. This will be the only site visit conducted, requests for additional site visits will be denied.

Please follow current CDC Guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. If you have any symptoms or are unsure of your COVID-19 status, please do not attend the site visit. Please follow CDC Guidelines for self-isolation if you have any symptoms as identified by the CDC.

For Site Visit information, see Site Visit clause 52.236-27, Alternate 1 in Section 00100. Unless you already have a permanent vehicle pass, you will be required to obtain a one-day vehicle pass. You will be required to present the following information at the Visitor’s Center: (1) vehicle registration, (2) valid driver’s license, (3) or car rental agreement (if applicable). It is highly recommended that bidders plan to arrive at the Visitor’s Center at least an hour prior to the scheduled time for the site visit. The conference will begin promptly without considerations for late or lost bidders; no subsequent site visits will be considered. Remarks, explanations and answers provided by Government representatives before, during and after the site visit shall not change or qualify any of the terms or conditions of the solicitation. The solicitation can only be changed by a formal written amendment issued by the Fort McCoy Contracting Office.

Please utilize the time before the site visit to review and become familiar with all the documents.

Questions will not be answered at the site visit. All questions must be emailed to the Contract Specialist by the deadline stated in the solicitation. All questions will be answered and an amendment will be posted to beta.sam.gov showing all questions received and all applicable answers.

Please check sam.gov for all amendments and updated documents before your firm submits a quote.

Any questions concerns, verification or clarification of information of the documents included in the solicitation package shall be submitted in writing and submitted to the Contract Specialist identified herein no later than 4:00

PM, local time on January 11, 2022. Include in the subject line of the email the Government’s solicitation number; failure to do so will lessen the Government’s ability to ensure all questions are considered during the bidding process. Provide your company name, POC and contact information in the body of the email.

All discourse concerning this solicitation and its requirement shall be directed to the Fort McCoy contracting office.

Any remarks, explanations, or answers provided by any other government representative shall not change or qualify any of the terms or conditions of the solicitation. The solicitation shall only be changed by a written amendment issued by the Fort McCoy contracting office.

The “Equal Employment Opportunity Is the Law” notice (poster) referenced in FAR clause 52.222-26(b) (3), Equal Opportunity, is located at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

In accordance with FAR 22.404-10, the contractor must post a copy of the wage determination and Department of Labor Form WH-1321 in a prominent place where employees working on federal construction contracts can easily see it. The applicable wage determination is incorporated into the contract at Section H. The WH-1321 poster is located at http://www.dol.gov/compliance/guide/index.htm

Contractors are referred to EPA’s list of EPA-designated products available at http://www.epa.gov providing products that contain recovered materials.

In accordance with DPAP changes to reporting requirements under FAR 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Bio-based Products under Service and Construction Contracts, contractors are now required to submit annual bio-based reports to the new reporting module in the System for Award Management (SAM). SAM can be accessed at https://www.sam.gov

SYSTEM for AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) REGISTRATION: An Active SAM Registration is required of all Department of Defense contractors. SAM registration enables electronic funds transfer of contract payments. If your company is not already actively registered, please register in the SAM database at www.sam.gov. If your company is currently registered and close to expiring, begin/complete the process for SAM registration renewal.

a. DUNS number is required for SAM registration. If your company does not have a DUNS #, obtain one by calling 800-333-0505.

b. Whether your company is a current or new registrant in the SAM database, your registration must indicate that you are a provider of NAICS 236220 or a NAICS of similar business size, under the Goods – Services section of the registration to be eligible to receive a contract for this solicitation.

c. If the prospective awardee for this request for quotes is not actively registered in the SAM database by close of solicitation, including NAICS 236220, or a NAICS of similar business size, under the Goods – Services section, depending on mission requirements, the government reserves the right to proceed to award to the next otherwise successful actively registered offeror.

SAM REQUIREMENT: Prospective contractors who have not completed electronic annual representations and certifications in conjunction with required registration in the SYSTEM for AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) database, shall complete and submit 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2019) and 252.204-7007 ALTERNATE A, ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (JUN 2019) in SAM to be eligible to receive an award for this solicitation.

EVALUATION FACTORS

The Government will evaluate bids received in response to this solicitation solely on the basis of price and price related factors. Bidders shall submit a price for each item specified in the solicitation. No bid for a quantity less than that specified in the solicitation will be accepted. Bids shall be evaluated using the quantities set forth in the solicitation. All prices bid in response to this solicitation must include all costs associated with work elements, applicable State sales taxes, permits, and licensure. And the overall project management, superintendence and quality control necessary for the planning and execution of multiple work requirements conducted simultaneously throughout the performance period.

BID GUARANTEE

A Bid Bond/Guarantee is required for this contract if it exceeds $150,000. The Bid Bond amount shall be twenty percent (20%) of the bid price or $3 Million, whichever is less.

Bidders must use the Standard Form (SF) 24 if providing a bid bond as the bid guarantee.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment 1 AT OPSEC Attachment 2 Specifications 4-13-22 Attachment 3 Drawings 4-13-22 Attachment 4 Wage Determination 3-30-22 Attachment 5 SF24

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