B.01 W912HN21R3003 - Sources Sought.pdf

The Savannah District Corps of Engineers is requesting information regarding the market capabilities of potential contractors that can perform the construction of Ramey Unit School Replacement, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. This request does not obligate the Government in any way to post a Request for Proposal or award a contract. Information received will be considered for the purpose of market research and determining how to best move forward with the procurement.

Applicable NAICS code is 236220 with a size standard of $39.5 Million. The potential magnitude for this requirement is estimated between $25 Million to $100 Million dollars. Inquiries will only be accepted via email to Contract Specialist, Mr. Lennie K. Mattis at Lennie.K.Mattis@usace.army.mil or Contracting Officer, Ms. Magdalena Bernard at Magdalena.Bernard@usace.army.mil . The request for Information sheet should be completed and submitted no later than April 12, 2021 at 3:00 pm. Eastern.

This is not a solicitation. This posting is a Sources Sought Notice only.

Work may include but not limited to the following: Construct a new multi-story unit school with functional areas containing general learning neighborhoods, staff collaboration areas, career technical education spaces, computing center, science labs, art room, music suite, occupational/ physical therapy rooms, shared commons, performance space, information center, physical education spaces, food service areas, administration, miscellaneous offices, guidance counseling center, special education office, health services, janitorial administration, maintenance support, school supply/storage area, technology service center, and other required areas for a fully functioning unit school.

Typical construction is anticipated to consist of shallow foundations with cast in place concrete wall and floor construction, cast in place concrete and metal deck roofing, reinforced concrete and metal stud/ drywall partitions, operable partitions and storefront glazing systems. Construct a single-story field house with functional areas containing concession, concession storage, restrooms, team equipment storage, and a covered gathering area. Typical construction is anticipated to consist of concrete beam and pile foundation, concrete and structural steel frame, concrete exterior walls, gypsum wallboard partitions, and reinforced concrete walls. Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) principles for high performance and sustainable building requirements will be included in the design and construction of the project in accordance with federal laws and Executive Orders. Low Impact Development will be included in the design and construction of this project as appropriate. Facilities will be designed to provide cyber security engineering and validation as specified in DoD Unified Facility Criteria. The building will require special construction to meet the seismic design requirements for the school’s location. The project includes site work such as signage, fencing, paving, landscaping, canopies, exterior lighting, utilities, athletic fields, water storage, and playgrounds. The project includes related infrastructure such as water, sewer, electrical, staff, student, bus and visitor parking areas, parent drop off lane, mechanical rooms, emergency access lanes, bus loading/unloading areas, lightning protection, chiller yard and delivery areas.

The project will require demolition of 24 buildings for approximately 123,000 SF. Hazardous materials abatement will be required for asbestos containing materials and lead in the buildings to be demolished. This project will require the addition of an emergency power generator in order to provide a back-up power source to information technology and other critical infrastructure during power outages. The project will require the construction of two access control points which will include a guard house, canopy, automated drop arm and automated entry gate. Facilities will be constructed in accordance with DoDEA Education Facilities Specifications. Facilities will be constructed to meet or exceed the useful service life specified in DoD Unified Facility Criteria.

Facilities will incorporate features that provide the lowest practical life cycle cost solutions satisfying the facility requirements with the goal of maximizing energy efficiency.

Systems for Award Management (SAM) (https://beta.sam.gov/ )

Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number (http://www.dnb.com)

Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code (http://www.dlis.dla.mil/cage_welcome.asp)

Please submit: Capability statement addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. Please state if you have experience in performing Construction projects. If significant subcontracting (self-performance is less than (40%) or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements to include the percentage anticipated to be self-performed by each party.

Please complete the following form:

CONTRACTOR:

DUNS NO.:

CAGE CODE:

TAX ID NO.:

COMPANY WEBSITE: ________________________________________________

E-MAIL:

PHONE NO:

ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

Prepared by:

(Printed Name and Title) (Signature)

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

1. Is your company registered in beta.SAM.gov (http://www.beta.sam.gov/) and listed as active?

Yes No

2. Is your company considered: A large business or small business according to the specified NAICS code 236220 and size standard?

Large Small

3. If Small per question 2 above, is your firm any of the following (Check all that apply):

a. Section 8(a) _______

b. Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone)

c. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)

d. Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

e. Small Disadvantaged Business

4. Does your company have the financial capability to perform work on a contract with a magnitude of $25 to $100 Million dollars?

Yes No

5. Does your company have the capability to perform the construction of the Ramey Unit School Replacement, located in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.?

Yes No __ _

6. Does your company have experience in constructing Department of Defense Education Activity

(DoDEA) schools or similar projects?

Yes No

8. Survey of working Conditions in Areas Affected by Recent Hurricanes: As stated in the Sources Sought, this school will be built in Puerto Rico-specific ally, Aguadilla, PR. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, is looking for feedback from the industry on any potential concerns, questions, or comments on working in an area affected by recent hurricanes(CONUS or OCONUS) and the expected/estimated impact to price, and schedule, as well as any logistical implications. This question is intentionally open-ended to allow respondents flexibility in their submission-the Corps is not looking for a prices at this time, only impacts.

This portion of the sources Sought is OPTIONAL but would be greatly appreciated.

7. CAPABILITY:

Please submit a 4 projects in which your company served as the Prime in accordance with the requirements below. Projects submitted must have a minimum contract value of $20M and successfully completed, or fully designed and at least 50% construction completed, within the last 5 years. The Government will not consider multiple projects, such as individual task orders, combined to meet the minimum contract value.

ALL projects submitted must be new construction, however, they may be either design-build or design-bid-build. Each project shall demonstrate the following experience: site work, interior/exterior finishes (floors, ceilings, doors, windows, paint, siding, etc.), architectural woodwork, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, structural and fire suppression systems.

-2 Projects must demonstrate experience in the construction of any of the following types of facilities in the contiguous United States (CONUS): Medical Facilities, Headquarters and Operational Facilities, Administrative & Office Buildings, Educational Facilities, Military Training Facilities, Weapons Training Facilities, Religious Facilities, Dining Facilities.

-1 Project must demonstrate experience in the construction of any of the following types of facilities outside the contiguous United States (OCONUS): Medical Facilities, Headquarters and Operational Facilities, Administrative & Office Buildings, Educational Facilities, Military Training Facilities, Weapons Training Facilities, Religious Facilities, Dining Facilities.

-1 Project must demonstrate experience in the construction of an educational facility and may be either CONUS or OCONUS.

Project details to submit include:

• Title of Project _______________________

• Design-Build ______ (or) Design-Bid-Build ______

• Contract & Task Order Number ______________________________

• Dollar Value ____________________________

• Location ____________________________

• Completion Date __________________________________

• Project Description: _________________________________________