W911XK-11-R-0017 VA Detroit Parking Deck.pdf

FY11 South Parking Structure Addition at the John Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI

This solicitation is a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Ow ned Small Business Set Aside

The NAICS code is 236220. The Business Size is $33,500,000.00

The estimated cost range is $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

A bid bond is required.

Preproposal Confernce and a site visit to be held at VA John Dingell Medical Center, on August 10, 2011 at 10:00am local time.

DARRYL K WILLIAMS (313) 226-3648

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS

NEGOTIATED

01-Aug-2011

(RFP)

(IFB)

X

CALL:

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

See Item 7

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID

3. DATE ISSUED

9. FOR INFORMATION A. NAME

SOLICITATION

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

11. The Contractor shall begin performance w ithin _______10 calendar days and complete it w ithin ________365 calendar days after receiving aw ard, X notice to proceed. This performance period is X mandatory, negotiable. (See _________________________

12 A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

X YES NO

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in original and __________3 copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________31 Aug 2011 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time.

shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee X is, is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) w ork requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than _______60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due w ill not be considered and w ill be rejected.

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE

CONTRACTING DIVISION

DETROIT DISTRICT

477 MICHIGAN AVE

RM 700

DETROIT MI 48226-2550

W911XK

PAGE OF PAGES

1 OF

CODE

(Title, identifying no., date):

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

02:00 PM (hour)

Sealed envelopes containing offers

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 6. PROJECT NO.

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If Other Than Item 7)

(313) 226-2209FAX:TEL: (313) 226-5148 TEL: FAX:

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20B. SIGNATURE

(REV. 4-85)STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK

TO SIGN

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Continued) (Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the w ork required at the prices specif ied below in strict accordance w ith the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in w riting w ithin ________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

the minimum requirements stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

AMOUNTS SEE SCHEDULE OF PRICES

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN

OFFER (Type or print)

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN ITEM

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

CODE

(Insert any number equal to or greater than

20C. OFFER DATE

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

CODE27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY:26. ADMINISTERED BY

(Include ZIP Code)14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

See Item 14

(Include only if different than Item 14)16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

30B. SIGNATURE

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

document and return _______ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees Your of f er on this solicitation, is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award con-to f urnish and deliv er all items or perf orm all work, requisitions identif ied summates the contract, which consists of (a) the Gov ernment solicitation and on this f orm and any continuation sheets f or the consideration stated in this y our of f er, and (b) this contract award. No f urther contractual document is contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be necessary .

gov erned by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certif ications, and specif ications or incorporated by ref er-ence in or attached to this contract.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30C. DATE

(Type or print)

TEL: EMAIL:

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31C. AWARD DATE

BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

(M ust be fully completed by offeror)OFFER

W911XK-11-R-0017

Section 00010 - Solicitation Contract Form

SCOPE OF WORK

Construction contract for one additional parking deck level added to the existing 4-level south parking garage at the Veterans Affairs John D. Dingell Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan. The new parking deck level would provide space for about 160 cars over a 52,000 sqft area.

Required work will include extension of the existing elevator system to the new deck.

Construction and architectural must match existing garages.

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Lump Sum

TAS::XX XXXX::TAS

FFP

Construction of 1 New Level on the South Parking Garage

****FOR GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTING PURPOSES ONLY****

THIS SOLICITATION IS BEING ADVERTISED CONTINGENT UPON

FUNDS BEING TRANSFERRED FROM THE VA.

FOB: Destination

NET AMT

BID SCHEDULE

ITEM SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL

South Parking Deck Addition

1 LS

Thermal Movement Repairs

0002AA

Thermal Movement Repair 1 - Type R** (connection welded and concrete repair)

79 EA $__________ $__________________________

0002AB

Thermal Movement Repair 2 - Type R** (connection NOT welded and concrete repair)

2 EA $__________ $__________________________

0002AC

Thermal Movement Repair 3 - Type R** (connection welded and NO concrete repair)

2 EA $__________ $__________________________

0002AD

Thermal Movement Repair 4 - Type R** (connection NOT welded and NO concrete repair)

2 EA $__________ $__________________________

0002AE

Thermal Movement Repair - Type R* (Release of connections at spandrel and shear wall connection)

16 EA $__________ $__________________________

Subtotal for Base Bid

Option 1-Miscellaneous Structural Repairs to Existing South Deck

Option 2-Painting of Stairs and Handrails in Existing South Deck

Total for Both Options

TOTAL

See specification section 01 00 00 paragraph 1.2 for descriptions of Bid Items.

In the event there is a difference between a unit price and the extended total, the unit price will be held to be the intended proposed price. If the offeror shows only the total price but fails to enter a unit price, the total divided by the estimated quantity will be held to be the intended unit price.

Section 00100 - Bidding Schedule/Instructions to Bidders

INFORMATION TO OFFERORS

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD SF 1442 and SF 1442 BACK

SECTION 00010 - PRICING SCHEDULE, NOTES

SECTION 00100 - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

SECTION 00110 - PROPOSAL PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

SECTION 00120 - PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND BASIS FOR AWARD

SECTION 00600 - REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

SECTION 00700 - CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION 00800 - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

There are drawings associated with this Request for Proposal. All solicitation documents will be posted to FedBizOpps at http://www.fbo.gov.

All amendments will be posted to this website. It shall be the contractor’s responsibility to check the website for any amendments. Offerors shall submit in their proposals all requested information specified in this Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation. There will be no public opening of the proposals received as a result of this solicitation.

EXHIBIT A – Past Performance Relevancy Questionnaire (to be completed by Offeror) EXHIBIT B – Subcontractor Information and Consent Form EXHIBIT C – Past Performance Reference Questionnaire (to be completed by References) EXHIBIT E – Proposal Volume Contents Aid

SECTION 00010 - NOTES

NOTES

1. Instructions for the preparation of proposals are located in Sections 00100, 00110 and 00120.

2 Reference Contract Clause 252.236-7008, CONTRACT PRICES – BIDDING SCHEDULES (DEC 1991). The term “Bidding Schedule” shall also be construed to mean “Offer Schedule” or “Schedule”. The terms “bid” and “offer”, and “bidder” and “offeror” shall be construed as having the same meaning in this solicitation and resulting contract.

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 SCOPE

You are invited to submit a proposal in response to Request for Proposal (RFP) W911XK-11-R-0017 entitled VA Detroit Parking Deck. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, intends to conduct this acquisition by use of a Competitive Source Selection Procedure, in accordance with the provisions set forth in this Request for Proposals (RFP).

Award of a firm-fixed price construction contract is anticipated. Award will be made to the Offeror submitting a proposal determined to be most advantageous to the Government. The Government may not award any contract if the resulting contract would not represent a "Best Value" to the Government using trade-off selection procedures as required by the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and guidance as prescribed by Army Source Selection Manual. It is strongly suggested that the provisions stated in the proposal be fully studied prior to assembly of the proposal.

1.2 CLAUSES

1.2.1 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.

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

1.3 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.

1.4 DISPOSITION OF UNSUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS

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

1.5 BONDING REQUIREMENTS

Contractors are required to submit Bid Bonds with RFPs. Performance and Payment Bonds will be required upon execution of the contract in the amount of 100% of the contract value.

1.6 FORMAL COMMUNICATION, OFFEROR EXPLANATIONS

Any explanation desired by an Offeror regarding the meaning or interpretation of the solicitation, for proposals, drawings, specifications, etc. must be requested in writing to lre-quotes@usace.army.mil and darryl.k.williams@usace.army.mil and with sufficient time allowed for a reply to reach Offerors before the submission of their proposals. All questions and requests for information (RFIs) must be received NOT LATER THAN 19 August 2011 and answers will be posted not later than 24 August 2011 at the FedBizOpps website (www.fbo.gov).

The Contracting Officer reserves the right to address questions received after 19 August 2011 following solicitation closing with those Offerors in the competitive range should one be established. Any interpretations made will be in the form of an amendment of the solicitation, drawings, specifications, etc., and will be furnished to all prospective Offerors via posting to FedBizOpps. Acknowledgement of each amendment by the Offeror must be made in the space provided on the SF 1442, or by returning a signed copy of the amendment by the time set for receipt of proposals. 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. For security reasons all potential Offerors, plan rooms and printing companies are required to register in the Central Contractor’s Registration (CCR), at www.ccr.gov.

1.7 AMENDMENTS PRIOR TO DATE SET FOR RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS

The right is reserved, as the interest of the Government may require, to revise or amend the solicitation, specifications, and/or drawings prior to and/or after the date set for receipt of proposals. Such changes, if any, will be announced by an amendment or amendments to this Request for Proposal. All information relating to this RFP, including pertinent changes/amendments and other information applicable prior to the date set for receipt of proposals will be posted on FedBizOpps. Though every effort will be made to provide email notification when a change is posted, such notification is NOT guaranteed and should not be expected. Offerors are strongly cautioned to check this site frequently and to “refresh” their web page to ensure they have the latest information.

1.8 HAND CARRIED PROPOSALS/INVITATIONS

Proposals can be hand carried to the USACE Detroit District located at the McNamara Federal Building, 477 Michigan Avenue, Room 700, Detroit, MI 48226. Hand carried proposals must be received in the Contracting Office prior to the time established for receipt of proposals. Offerors are cautioned that they will be required to enter a Federal Government building and should allow time to accomplish this. Late receipt of proposals due to facility entry delays may not be deemed excusable and the Contracting Officer may declare the proposal “late” in accordance with FAR 15.208.

1.9 WAGE DETERMINATION

Davis Bacon Wage Rates are applicable to this project and shall be included in the contract.

1.10 PROPOSAL EXPENSES AND PRE-CONTRACT COSTS

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

1.11 DRAWINGS

There are reference drawings associated with this Request for Proposal. All solicitation documents will be posted to FedBizOpps at www.fbo.gov.

1.12 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 (Section 00010 through 00800) and supporting rationale shall be included in an addendum to the proposal 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 proposal unacceptable and ineligible for award.

SECTION 00110 - PROPOSAL PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERERS

1.0 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1.1 PROPOSAL PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.1.1 These instructions prescribe the format of proposals, and describe the approach for the development and presentation of the proposal data. They are designed to ensure the submission of necessary information to provide for the understanding and comprehensive evaluation of proposals. Carefully review this section prior to commencing proposal preparation. All solicitation amendments must be acknowledged in accordance with Section 00100, FAR Provision 52.215-1, and Instructions to Offerors.

1.1.2 Offerors are cautioned to strictly comply with all instructions within this solicitation to ensure submission of a complete proposal. Failure to furnish a complete proposal, at the time of proposal submission, may result in the proposal being unacceptable to the Government and eliminated from consideration for award.

1.1.3 After compiling all required information, submit the information in accordance with the “Proposal Due Date Schedule” paragraph and return the original and specified number of copies to the issuing office listed in Block 8 of the SF 1442.

Mark the front of the envelope/box with the following: “PROPOSAL for W911XK-11-R-0017 - DO NOT OPEN - Competitive Acquisition”.

1.2 PROPOSAL CONTENT

Prospective Offerors shall submit the following volumes in two separate packages in accordance with instructions contained herein:

1. Volume 1, Past Performance Information in original and five (5) copies

2. Volume 2, Business Proposal in original and one (1) copy

Offerors are cautioned to carefully review the proposal requirements for these volumes and ensure a complete proposal is submitted.

1.3 PROPOSAL DUE DATE SCHEDULE

The entire proposal (Volumes 1 and 2) is due by the date and time set for the receipt of proposals shown in Block 13 of the SF 1442. Offerors are to ensure that past performance references provide questionnaire responses to the Contracting Officer not later than the closing date.

1.4 PROPOSAL FORMAT

1.4.1 Purpose: These instructions prescribe the format of proposals, and describe the approach for the development and presentation of the proposed data. The proposal shall include all of the information requested in the specific instructions.

Failure to include all information requested may adversely affect the evaluation.

A proposal that merely reiterates or promises to accomplish the requirements of the RFP will be considered unacceptable. A proposal that is orderly and sufficiently documented will be easy for the Government to understand and will enable the Government to perform a thorough and fair evaluation.

1.4.2 Offerors are cautioned to submit enough information to enable the evaluation committee to fully ascertain each Offeror’s capability to perform all of the requirements contemplated by this solicitation. All commitments made in the proposal may become a part of the resultant contract. The data submitted with each proposal should be complete and concise, but not overly elaborate.

Excessive reliance on promotional brochures is discouraged.

1.4.3 The number for pages per volume may be varied by the Offeror to suit its needs for certain identified sections, however, the total number of pages for the proposal submitted may not exceed fifty (50) pages. The specific information as listed in the note below will be excluded from the total number of pages.

NOTE: The items that are excluded from the page count are the Proposal Cover;

the Table of Contents; and Title or Index Page.

1.4.4 Each page should be numbered consecutively within each section. The page size of the Offeror’s proposal shall not exceed an 8-1/2 inch by 11-inch sheet of paper.

Please refer to Section 00700, FAR 52.204-4 for printing/duplicating instructions.

NOTE: Double sided copies are considered as two pages. Proposals that exceed fifty (50) pages will have only those first pages that are within the required limits evaluated. All information appearing thereafter will not be evaluated.

1.4.5 Proposal type size for text documents shall not be smaller than Microsoft Word

Times New Roman 10 point font; normal proportional spacing and page size shall be no larger than normal letter size paper (8 ½” x 11”). Type size for graphics, charts, diagrams and tables, shall be of an appropriate font and size for the application, and must be clearly readable without magnification assistance to the normal eye. Text lines shall be no less than single-space. To the maximum extent practicable, proposal submission shall be double sided.

1.4.6 Binding: Elaborate format and binding are neither necessary nor desirable. All binders shall be capable of lying flat when opened. The cover and spine of each binder shall clearly identify the Offeror’s name, Volume number, RFP number, RFP title and copy number, (e.g. copy 2 of 3). The original for each volume shall be clearly identified on the cover and the spine. All binders shall allow for easy removal and replacement of pages.

1.4.7 Indexing: Each binder shall contain a “Table of Contents” for that volume. The

“Table of Contents” shall identify major areas, paragraphs and subparagraphs by number and title as well as by page number and volume locations. Tab indexing shall be used to identify Sections as appropriate.

1.4.8 Offerors may, at the discretion of the Government, be asked to provide clarifications regarding their proposals in accordance with FAR 15.306 (a).

Requests for such information do not constitute discussions.

1.4.9 Offerors shall be held responsible for the validity of all information supplied in their proposals, including that provided by potential subcontractors. Should subsequent investigation disclose that the facts and conditions were not as stated, the proposal may be rejected.

1.4.10 The Contracting Officer will conduct proposal compliance reviews after closing for determination of basic proposal adequacy prior to providing the proposals to the evaluators. Failure to provide a complete proposal may result in the proposal being removed from further consideration for award. A Proposal that fails to address any of the sub-factors may be deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration for award.

2.0 PROPOSAL VOLUME CONTENTS:

2.1 VOLUME 1 - OFFEROR PAST PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

2.1.1 Volume 1 is obtained for the purpose of evaluating Past Performance. Past Performance includes current and on-going performance. It includes the Offeror’s Performance Relevancy Questionnaire, Exhibit A Parts 1 and 2; and any discussion and or additional information, awards, letters, etc. concerning past performance the Offeror includes. Offerors shall use Exhibit C, the Past Performance Reference Questionnaire, to obtain references from past and present clients. Past Performance, which includes current on-going (present) performance, will be evaluated using the evaluation criteria set forth in Section 00120 of the solicitation. If the Offeror represents the combining of two or more companies, joint venture, or formal teaming agreement for the purpose of this RFP, each company shall complete Exhibit A and obtain Exhibit C references.

The Government may contact these references and may consider this information as well as information obtained from any other sources when evaluating the Offeror’s past performance.

2.1.2 Offerors shall discuss their performance using the Performance Relevancy

Questionnaire format, Exhibit A Part 1, for a minimum of three (3), maximum of five (5) contracts. Use this form to provide information that demonstrates a history of performance on contracts that are similar in scope, complexity, and cost magnitude to this project’s plans and specifications. Explain what aspects of the contract you find relevant to the proposed effort and identify how each contract ranks, in terms of relevancy, with respect to the other contracts addressed in the volume. Offerors should consider the currency and relevancy of the past performance information. To be considered, the performance must have been completed during the past five (5) years. The period begins five (5) years prior to the solicitation release date and includes current performance. Current performance may have greater impact than older performance. In determining relevancy to the solicitation requirement, Offerors should consider the similarity of methods employed, size, scope, cost magnitude, location, client type and complexity of work performed to those required for the proposed effort.

REQUIRED: Offerors are cautioned to complete all the questions on the Exhibit A Part 1 and Part 2. Detailed instructions are included in Exhibit A.

2.1.2.1 Offerors are encouraged to include with their proposal information any problems encountered on the identified contracts and the Offeror’s correction actions.

2.1.3 Offerors lacking relevant present/past performance experience may submit information regarding predecessor companies, key personnel who have relevant experience, or subcontractors that will perform major or critical aspects of the requirement if such information is relevant to this acquisition. Such information shall, as a minimum, include:

a. Name(s) of Predecessor Company/Subcontractor and/or Key Personnel

b. Complete Address

c. Telephone, Fax Number and email address

d. A brief synopsis of the experience. A resume (not included in page count) may be submitted for "Key Personnel"

2.1.3.2 Provide at least three (3) but no more than five (5) references for each Predecessor Company, Subcontractor or Key Personnel. Clearly identify the contractor/individual for whom the reference information concerns.

Include “Subcontractor Information and Consent Form”, Exhibit B, for subcontractors/Team Partners if not already provided.

2.1.4 Past Performance References – REQUIRED - Offerors shall prepare and submit to prior client(s), including the owners of the projects listed in Exhibit A, a Past Performance Reference Questionnaire (Exhibit C) (detailed instructions are included in Exhibit C). This includes correspondence explaining the requirement to obtain an independent evaluation of prior contract performance, and the Past Performance Questionnaire for use in evaluating past performance.

The preferred method of submission of Past Performance Questionnaires is via e-mail in PDF format to LRE-Quotes@usace.army.mil and Darryl.K.Williams@usace.army.mil. Responses may also be faxed to (313) 226- 2209, or mailed to the following address:

USACE, Contracting Office Attn: Darryl Williams 477 Michigan Ave, Room 700 Detroit, MI 48226-4523

It is suggested that Offerors provide a pre-addressed stamp envelope to former clients for their convenience in submitting their Performance Questionnaire.

Further, references should be instructed to send their responses so as to arrive not later than the due date of the proposal. Offerors must not review the Past Performance Questionnaire prior to submission. They are to be submitted by the client/evaluator directly to the Contracting Officer. Offerors should follow-up and encourage references to get the questionnaires to the Contracting Officer in a timely manner.

2.1.5 Provide the names of the subcontractor and or Teaming Partner to be utilized.

2.1.5.1 Each proposed subcontractor/Teaming Partner must also complete an

Exhibit B, “Subcontractor Information and Consent Form”, to be considered. Multiple subcontractors may be named for the same discipline but are limited to a maximum of 3 subcontractors per discipline.

When multiple subcontractors are provided for the same discipline the evaluation will be in accordance with Section 00120. The Government may seek additional references and reserves the right to use the information provided to obtain additional references.

2.1.5.2 In assessing past performance the Government shall also consider the past performance of the Offeror’s key personnel, Project Manager, Quality Control Manager and Site Superintendent, as it relates to previous projects. In the event the intended key personnel does not have demonstrated past performance in the project(s) submitted in the Exhibit As, additional information is required. Each key personnel without prior past performance history submitted shall complete an Exhibit B, “Subcontractor/Teaming Partner/Key Personnel Information and Consent Form”. The Government may seek additional references and reserves the right to use the information provided to obtain additional references.

Failure to provide this information may result in the proposal being deemed incomplete and not considered for award.

2.1.6 Offerors are advised that the Government may use all data provided by the Offeror in this volume and data obtained from other sources, to include but not limited to Government–wide databases, in the development of performance confidence assessments. Past performance information on contracts not listed by the Offeror, or that of planned subcontractors, may also be evaluated. The Government may contact references other than those identified by the Offeror and information received may be used in the evaluation of the Offeror’s past performance. While the Government may elect to consider data obtained from other sources, the burden of providing current accurate and complete past performance information rests with the Offeror.

2.3 VOLUME 2 - PRICE/COST INFORMATION

2.3.1 Offerors shall provide all price/cost information necessary to provide a meaningful basis for Government's analysis and evaluation of price/cost for the project set forth in Section 00100 of this solicitation. The Government is not, and does not intend on, requesting certified cost or pricing data. Offerors may be required during the evaluation process to provided sufficient price/cost information that will enable the Government to perform an evaluation in accordance with Section 00100. If an Offeror proposes an unusually low price, the Offeror should also provide rationale to justify the price. Detailed requirements follow:

2.3.1.1 Offer and Section 00100 – Complete in its entirety the “Offeror” portion of the Standard Form (SF) 1442. An official having the authority to contractually bind your company must sign the SF 1442 in accordance with FAR 4.102. One copy of the SF 1442 is required to have an original signature.

2.3.1.2 Section 00100 – Insert the price/cost associated with the schedule line items.

2.3.1.3 Representations and Certifications - Section 00600 - insert the required certifications and representations.

2.3.1.4 Include an introductory page to include points of contact, authorized negotiators, contact phone, facsimile numbers, and email addresses.

2.3.1.5 Joint Venture Requirements - Parties wishing to propose as a joint venture must submit an executed copy of the joint venture agreement. The joint venture agreement shall be executed in accordance with FAR 4.102. Each joint venture partner shall submit evidence satisfactory to the Contracting Officer that its Board of Directors has approved its participation in the joint venture and by an instrument of similarly binding character in the case of an unincorporated entity. Offerors are reminded that to obtain an award, the awardee, including any joint venture, must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database.

SECTION 00120 - PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND BASIS FOR AWARD

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 The solicitation will result in the award of one firm-fixed price construction contract.

Award will be made to the Offeror submitting a proposal determined to be most advantageous to the Government. The Government may not award any contract if the resulting contract would not represent a "Best Value" to the Government using trade-off selection procedures.

The Best Value is the most advantageous offer, price and other factors considered, and consistent with the Government's stated importance of evaluation criteria. This may result in award being made to a higher-rated, higher-priced Offeror where the Contracting Officer determines that the past/present performance of the higher-priced Offeror outweighs the cost difference. To arrive at a Best Value decision, the Source Selection Authority will integrate the evaluation of past performance and price. While the Government and the Source Selection Authority will strive for maximum objectivity, the evaluation process, by its nature, is subjective and therefore, professional judgment is implicit throughout the entire evaluation process. A proposal receiving a “No Confidence" rating is unawardable and may be removed from further consideration for award.

1.2 The source selection process will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 15.3, Source Selection procedures. Offers will be evaluated using the criteria listed in “Evaluation Factors for Award”. Noncompliance with the RFP requirements may raise serious questions regarding an Offeror’s past performance and/or cost performance and may be grounds to eliminate the proposal from consideration for contract award. Failure to include all information requested may adversely affect the evaluation. A proposal that merely reiterates or promises to accomplish the requirements of the RFP will be considered unacceptable. A proposal that is orderly and sufficiently documented will be easy for the Government to understand and will enable the Government to perform a thorough and fair evaluation.

1.3 The Contracting Officer will conduct proposal compliance review after closing for determination of basic proposal adequacy prior to providing the proposals to the evaluators. Failure to provide a complete proposal, including both volumes, may result in the proposal being removed from further consideration for award. A Proposal that fails to address any of the past performance factors detailed on Exhibit A or provide pricing of all the line items may be deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration for award.

1.4 Offerors must ensure that no pricing information is displayed in Volume 1, Past

Performance Information.

1.5 Although the assessment of Past Performance as a specific evaluation factor is separate and distinct from the Determination of Responsibility required by FAR Part 9, Past Performance information obtained herein will be used during the Government’s responsibility determination. The Government also reserves the right to obtain additional information solely for the purpose of making a responsibility determination from all Offerors after receipt of proposals. Request for responsibility information do not constitute discussions.

1.6 The Government intends to evaluate proposals and award a contract without discussions with Offerors (except clarifications as described in FAR 15.306(a)). The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary. If the Contracting Officer determines that the number of proposals that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the Contracting Officer may limit the number of proposals in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated proposals.

1.7 The Government reserves the right to reject any or all offers if such action is in the

Government's best interest.

1.8 ENFORCEABILITY OF PROPOSAL: The proposal must set forth full, accurate and complete information as required by this solicitation. The Government will rely on such information in the award of a contract. By submission of the offer, the Offeror agrees that all items proposed (if applicable e.g., key personnel, subcontractors, etc.) will be utilized for the duration of the contract and any substitutions will require prior Contracting Officer's approval.

2.0 EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

2.1 General: The relative importance of the evaluation factors that will affect the contract award are as follows: Past Performance and Price. Past Performance and Price are of equal importance. The evaluation process is as follows:

2.2 Past Performance Evaluation

2.2.1 The Past Performance evaluation will consider such things as an Offeror’s business practices, customer relationship, ability to successfully perform as proposed and other considerations as described in Performance sub-factors, elements and other considerations.

Past Performance includes current/on-going (present) performance. The evaluation will also consider the past performance of subcontractors. Based on the evaluation results, the evaluator will assign one of four confidence ratings as defined below. An Offeror with no Past Performance may receive a rating based on the evaluation of its predecessor companies, key personnel, and/or subcontractors. These ratings may have the same weight as the ratings of the proposing company. If such information is not applicable (i.e., the Offeror does not have a predecessor company, key personnel or subcontractors with relevant experience), the Offeror shall be evaluated as “Unknown Confidence”. However, the proposal of an Offeror with no relevant Past Performance history, while rated “Unknown Confidence” in Past Performance, may not represent the most advantageous proposal to the Government and thus, may be an unsuccessful proposal when compared to the proposal of other Offerors.

2.2.2 In assessing performance confidence, the evaluator may:

a. evaluate present and past performance information through the use of questionnaires completed by the Offeror’s references;

b. use data independently obtained from other Government or commercial sources, to include but not limited to Government databases;

c. rely upon personal business experience with the Offeror;

d. the information provided in the Offeror’s Past Performance Relevancy

Questionnaire;

e. consider any information the Offeror submits which explains any problems encountered on the identified contractor and the Offeror’s corrective actions.

The Government reserves the rights to obtain and evaluate past performance information from any source it deems appropriate.

2.2.3 The evaluation may take into account Past Performance information regarding predecessor companies, key personnel who have relevant experience, or subcontractors that will perform major or critical aspects of the requirement when such information is relevant to this acquisition. The evaluation will also consider information provided relative to corrective actions taken to resolve problems on past or existing, contracts.

2.2.4 In accordance with FAR 15.306(a)(2), if award will be made without conducting discussions, Offerors may be given the opportunity to clarify certain aspects of their proposals, e.g., the relevance of an Offeror’s past performance information and adverse past performance information to which the Offeror has not previously had an opportunity to respond or to resolve minor clerical errors.

2.2.5 Current, Relevant, Trends: Evaluators will consider the performance information for currency, relevancy as well as trends in the performance while conducting its evaluation.

2.2.5.1 “Current” means performance occurring within the last five (5) years for the period beginning five years prior to the solicitation release date.

Within this period, performance occurring later in the period may have greater significance than work occurring earlier in the period.

2.2.5.2 In assessing relevancy, the Government may evaluate an Offeror’s references for similarity of the construction methods, e.g. hospital work, sterile environments, etc. Trends in performance will be considered.

The following apply to weighting relevancy considering all the elements listed above:

VERY RELEVANT - Past/present performance effort involved essentially the same scope and magnitude of effort and complexities this solicitation requires.

RELEVANT - Past/present performance effort involved similar scope and magnitude of effort and complexities this solicitation requires.

SEMI-RELEVANT - Past/present performance efforts involved some of the scope and magnitude of effort and complexities this solicitation requires.

NOT RELEVANT - Past/present performance effort involved little or none of the scope and magnitude of effort and complexities this solicitation requires.

Offerors, who otherwise have satisfactory performance on previous construction projects, may be rated “neutral” if those projects are not considered relevant to the proposed acquisition and relevancy cannot be obtained through key personnel and/or subcontractors. Projects that are not current will not be considered in the evaluation. Relevancy may affect an Offeror’s overall Past Performance rating.

2.2.6 Past Performance Sub-factors. There are five (5) sub-factors, as follows:

a. Management Effectiveness

b. Quality Control

c. Timely Performance

d. Compliance with Safety Standards

e. Compliance with Federal laws and regulations

The Past Performance sub-factors are listed in descending order of importance.

Evaluation will be at the factor level (i.e., ratings will be given only for Past Performance as a whole).

2.2.7 The elements that may be considered under each sub factor are described below:

2.2.7.1 Management Effectiveness may consider such things as:

a. General Business Practices, including, but not limited to: contractor provided experienced managers, and supervisors with the ability needed to meet contract requirements; hired experienced subcontractors; paid subcontractors/suppliers in a timely manner; the contractor cooperated to resolve problems, attending meetings (as applicable) and maintained communication to assure satisfactory resolution.

b. Pricing, including, but not limited to: submitting proposals that accurately represent the work required; the contractor's supporting price/cost information for modifications are accurate, complete and reasonable (not over inflated or under estimated); provided well-substantiated pricing data for change orders.

c. Site Management/Superintendent, including, but not limited to: site manager ensured compliance to contract requirements & safety regulations; site manager acted promptly to resolve problems and ensure work quality; site manager had sufficient authority to make decisions or take actions during project performance; site manager consistently present on site when work was performed.

2.2.7.2 Quality Control (QC) may consider such things as: quality of workmanship; adequacy of the contractor QC; identification/correction of deficient work in a timely manner; suggested solutions and displayed initiative to implement solutions; adequacy of materials; use of specified materials; adequacy of submittals and adequacy of "as-builts”.

2.2.7.3 Timely Performance may consider such things as: Met established progress schedule; timely submission of updated and revised progress schedules; resolved delays in an expeditious manner;

identification/correction of deficient work in a timely manner; provided submittals in a timely manner; completed all contract work prior to requesting final inspection; timely completion of punch-list items; left no major discrepancies; timely submission of close out documents, i.e., “as builts”, “red lines”; provided timely and satisfactory response to warranty issues after project completion.

2.2.7.4 Compliance with Safety Standards may consider such things as the adequacy of implementation of a safety plan, and an acceptable safety history.

2.2.7.5 Compliance with Federal Laws and Regulations may consider such things as compliance with labor laws and regulations with specific attention to the Davis-Bacon Act, including, but not limited to:

submitted payrolls in a timely manner; payrolls were complete and correct; compliance with drug-free workplace requirements; compliance with Executive Order 13101- Use of Recovered Material (Affirmative Procurement)/compliance with Executive Order 13423 – Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management;

compliance with environmental regulations.

2.2.8 Other Past Performance Considerations: Evaluators may also consider the following issues when evaluating an Offeror’s Past Performance. These issues may help provide additional guidance in deciding a descriptive performance confidence assessment (e.g., “Limited Confidence” or “Satisfactory Confidence”) for a specific Offeror if there is a question as to which adjective is most appropriate.

a. Effectiveness of value engineering change proposals on prior Government contracts (impact on reducing cost or schedule, increasing efficiency or improving quality).

b. Professional/Industry Awards.

c. Letters of appreciation, recognition or commendation, etc., received on behalf of a customer may be submitted. The Government will consider up to five (5) such documents.

d. Unique skills and accomplishments.

e. Assessment of liquidated damages (frequency, circumstances, severity of problem, etc.).

f. Contractor Desirability: Based on the contractor's overall performance, how willingly a customer would re-hire the Offeror.

2.2.9 A rating of Substantial Confidence, Satisfactory Confidence, Limited Confidence, No Confidence, Unknown Confidence (as defined below) will be assigned to the Performance Confidence Assessments as follows:

Confidence Rating Description Substantial Confidence Based on the offeror’s recent/relevant performance record, the Government has high expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

Satisfactory Confidence Based on the offeror’s recent/relevant performance record, the Government has reasonable expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

Limited Confidence Based on the offeror’s recent/relevant performance record, the Government has a low expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

No Confidence Based on the offeror’s recent/relevant performance record, the Govermnent has no expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

Unknown Confidence (Neutral)

No recent/relevant performance record is available or the offeror’s performance record is so sparse that no meaningful confidence assessment rating can be reasonably assigned.

2.3 PRICE/COST EVALUATION:

2.3.1 General:

2.3.1.1 The purpose of the price/cost evaluation is to determine whether an Offeror’s proposed prices/costs for the project are reasonable and realistic in relation to the solicitation requirements and demonstrates an Offerors understanding of the proposal requirements. Price is not rated. The Government reserves the right to obtain additional information concerning the price (cost) as necessary to obtain a better understanding of the price proposed. No proposal revisions will be allowed under these conditions.

Request for such information is for clarification purposes only. This does not constitute and shall not be construed as discussions.

2.3.1.2 The Government will conduct a price/cost evaluation of each Offeror’s proposal to determine whether or not each proposal complies with the stated criteria: "Reasonableness" and “Realism". Those proposals evaluated as not satisfying all of the price/cost criteria may be eliminated from further consideration unless the Contracting Officer determines:

2.3.1.2.1 A minor clerical error has occurred, then the Offeror may be given an opportunity to correct the minor error within the constraints of the "clarifications" process or

2.3.1.2.2 The Contracting Officer determines discussions are required.

2.3.2 Reasonableness of an Offeror’s proposal is evaluated through cost or price analysis techniques as described in FAR Subpart 15.305(a)(1) and (4). For cost (Price) to be reasonable, it must represent a cost (Price) that provides value to the Government when consideration is given to prices in the market and functional capabilities of the Offeror.

2.3.3 Realism is evaluated by assessing the compatibility of proposed costs with proposal scope and effort. For cost (Price) to be realistic, it must reflect what it would cost the Offeror to perform the effort if the Offeror operates with reasonable economy and efficiency. Proposals unrealistically high or low in price, when compared to the Government estimate, and market conditions evidenced by other competitive proposals received, may be indicative of an inherent lack of understanding of the solicitation requirements and may result in proposal rejection without discussion. Any inconsistency, whether real or apparent, between proposed performance and price must be clearly explained in the price proposal. For example, if unique and innovative approaches or conditions are the basis for an unbalanced/inconsistently priced proposal, the nature of these approaches and their impact on price must be completely documented. The burden of proof of cost (Price) realism rests solely with the Offeror.

2.3.4 Discounts: Prompt payment discounts will not be considered in the evaluation of offers. However, any offered discount will form part of the award, and will be taken if payment is made within the discount period indicated in the offer by the Offeror. As an alternative to offering a prompt payment discount in conjunction with the offer, Offerors awarded contracts may include prompt payment discounts on individual invoices.

3.0 AWARD and DEBRIEFINGS

3.1 Award. A written award or acceptance of offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall be deemed to result in a binding contract without further action by either party.

3.2 Debriefings. Offerors excluded from the competitive range or otherwise excluded from the competition before award may submit a written request for a debriefing to the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR 15.505. After award, unsuccessful Offerors may submit a written request for a debriefing to the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR 15.506. Written requests for debriefing will not be accepted by facsimile or e-mail.

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors--Competitive Acquisition JAN 2004 52.222-5 Davis-Bacon Act--Secondary Site of the Work JUL 2005 52.236-28 Preparation of Proposals--Construction OCT 1997

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

The Government contemplates award of a Firm Fixed contract resulting from this solicitation.

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