Pre-Solicitation_Information.docx

Solicitation Number: W9128F-16-B-0023 This is a Pre-Solicitation notice that it is the Governments intent to post an Invitation for Bid (IFB), with full specifications, on or about 27 July 2016. The Solicitation will close on or about 26 August 2016

This Solicitation is RESTRICTED TO SMALL BUSINESS ONLY.

Site visit and date will be issued with Solicitation

Project Description:

Contract will be to conduct analysis and repair of intake gate bulkheads at Big Bend Project Dam, SD. Work required to include additional HSS/NDT Inspection, replacement of seal plates, replacement of corroded bolts at horizontal splices, prep and paint with 3 part epoxy, install new anodes, and replacement of bulkhead seals. Inspect welds by visual and non-destructive testing methods before painting. Grind out and reweld defective welds according AWS D1.1. Sandblast and repaint gates using vinyl-rich paint The estimated construction cost of this project is between $250,000 and $500,000.

The Contractor will be required to commence work within 10 days after notice to proceed and complete the work 365 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed. Provisions will be included for liquidated damages in case of failure to complete the work in the time allowed. Performance and payment bonds will be required. Bonding documents including the power of attorney shall bear an original signature by an officer of the surety.

Bidders (Offerors):

Please be advised of on-line registration requirement for Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) is now located in System for Award Management (SAM) database https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. Representations and certifications are required to be updated annually as a minimum to keep information current, accurate and complete. The electronic annual representations and certifications are effective until one year from date of submission or update to SAM.

Obtaining Solicitation Documents:

Solicitation documents will be posted to the web via Federal Business Opportunities (www.fbo.gov).

Find solicitation announcement in Fed Biz Opps (www.fbo.gov)

1. Use the ‘Quick Search’ to locate the project (by entering the solicitation number) or use the advanced search features offered in the ‘Find Opportunities’ (large arrow in the middle of the page) or use the ‘Opportunities’ tab followed by the ‘Advanced Search’ tab.

2. By using the ‘login’ feature, it allows additional search features and allows you to keep your searches. Login might be required on some solicitations that are considered restricted.

3. Once you have located your project, click on link to solicitation to view the project. Files may be downloaded from the column on the right side reading ‘All Files’ or from the ‘Packages’ tab.

4. If you want other vendors, sub-contractors or contractors to contact you, click on the ‘Interested Vendors’ tab and then ‘Add me to Interested Vendors’ link at the bottom of the page.

Questions regarding contractual matters should be made to: Wayne Weidenhamer 4029952074. Telephone calls regarding Small Business matters should be made to: 4029952910. Telephone calls on contents of drawings and specifications should be made to the Project Manager at: 402-995-2574 or Specification Section at: 402-9952184.

Commander U.S. Army Engineer District, Omaha

ATTENTION: CENWO-CT-C

1616 Capitol Avenue Omaha, NE 681024901