W912J6-12-R-0002_BDE_RC_Phase 1.pdf

PN 150043 Construction of a new facility for the 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) Readiness Center Construction contract for project PN 150043 Construction of a new facility for the 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) Readiness Center, Kalaeloa (Kapolei), Haw aii. Work w ill be performed in accordance w ith the plans and technical specif ications. This project is being solicited as a small business set-aside. The North American Industry Classif ication (NAICS) Code is 237990 and the Size Standard for Small Business is $33.5M of average annual receipts for the past 3 years. Project magnitude is betw een $25M and $100M. Persons intending on offering a proposal should attend the Pre-Proposal Conference. See Section 00100 for specif ic registration information and details. A single aw ard is contemplated. Failure to submit an offer on all items shall result in rejection of the proposal. Solicitation and all information, notices, amendments for this solicitation w ill be posted at http://w w w .fbo.gov. Instructions for obtaining plans for this solicitation are located in Section 00100. Funds IAW FAR Provision 52.232-18, availability of Funds. Funds are not presently available for this aquisition. No aw ard w ill be made until funds are received.

MANUEL LLANES 808-844-6335

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

28-Feb-2012

(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)

Prescr ibed 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 ________720 calendar days after receiving aw ard, X notice to proceed. This performance period is X mandatory, negotiable. (See _________________________FAR 52.211-10

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 specif ied in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________18 Apr 2012 (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 is, X 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 _______90 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

USPFO FOR HAWAII

CPT MANUEL LLANES

91-1179 ENTERPRISE AVE

KAPOLEI HI 96707-2150

W912J6

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)

88-844-6340FAX:TEL: 808-844-6335 TEL: FAX:

W912J6-12-R-0002 64

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

W912J6-12-R-0002

Section 00010 - Solicitation Contract Form

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 Lump Sum 29th IBCT Readiness Center

FFP

Non Personal Service: Provide all plant, labor, transportation, tools, equipment, appliances, supplies, services, permits, insurance, and supervision necessary to construct the 29th IBCT Readiness Center in accordance with project plans and specifications FOB: Destination

SIGNAL CODE: A

NET AMT

0002 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 1 Auditorium Balcony

FFP

Auditorium Balcon; Price for providing all work in connection with the Auditorium Balcony including Structural, Architectural and Interiors Items and related Mechanical, Electrical, and Fire Protection Items, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0003 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 2: Green Roof

FFP

Green Roof – Price for providing all work in connection with the green roof including pavers and pedestals and associated planters and landscaping for the green roof, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications. A membrane roof is included in the base bid.

0004 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 3 Exterior Landscaping and Fixed B

FFP

Exterior Landscaping and Fixed Benches – Price for providing all work in connection with the exterior landscaping and fixed benches including exterior plants, landscape wall, and fixed benches, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications. Grass cover, bollards and the bicycle racks are included in the Base Bid.

0005 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 4 Lockers

FFP

Price for providing all work in connection with all the lockers in rooms 1121, 1131 and 1210, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0006 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 5 Photovoltaic Power Generation

FFP

Photovoltaic Power Generation – Price for providing all work in connection with the purchase and installation of a canopy structure and PV system, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0007 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 6 Emergency Generator

FFP

Emergency Generator – Price for providing all work in connection with the purchase and installation of the emergency generator, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0008 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 7 Parking Lot Extension –Area A

FFP

Parking Lot Extension –Area A – Price for providing all work in connection with the construction of the parking lot area designated as Area A, including associated Electrical and Landscaping Items, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0009 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 8 Parking Lot Extension –Area B

FFP

Parking Lot Extension –Area B – Price for providing all work in connection with the construction the parking lot area designated as Area B, including associated Electrical and Landscaping Items, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.HIARNG Kalaeloa Readiness Center (RC) W90FY-Q-09-D-0006- 9N02 Kalaeloa, Hawaii PN 150043 Amendment 1 OPTIONAL BID ITEMS 18 January 2012 012300 - 3

0010 Lump Sum OPTION OBI #9 Parking Lot Extension –Area C

FFP

Parking Lot Extension –Area C – Price for providing all work in connection with the construction of the parking lot area designated as Area C, including associated Electrical and Landscaping Items, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0011 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 10 Convert Asphalt to Concrete

FFP

Convert Base Bid Asphalt to Concrete - Price for providing all work in connection with providing concrete paving instead of the asphalt paving indicated in the Base Bid, complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0012 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 11 Convert Area A Parking Area

FFP

Convert Area A Parking Area Asphalt to Concrete - Price for providing all work in connection with providing concrete paving instead of the asphalt paving indicated in the parking lot area designated as Area A (OBI #7), complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0013 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 12 Convert Area B Parking Area Asp

FFP

Convert Area B Parking Area Asphalt to Concrete - Price for providing all work in connection with providing concrete paving instead of the asphalt paving indicated in the parking lot area designated as Area B (OBI #8), complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

0014 Lump Sum OPTION OBI # 13 Convert Area C Parking Area Asp

FFP

Convert Area C Parking Area Asphalt to Concrete - Price for providing all work in connection with providing concrete paving instead of the asphalt paving indicated in the parking lot area designated as Area C (OBI #9), complete in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications

SECTION 00010 Solicitation Contract Form

00010 SOLICITATION CONTRACT FO

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 00600 – REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

SECTION 00700 - CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION 00800 - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

ATTACHMENT 1 – PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS Project # PN 150043 Dated November 2011, Amendment 1 to Plan and Specifications dated January 2012;

ATTACHMENT 2- WAGE DETERMINATION(S)- to be inserted at award. See section 00100 for solicitation.

EXHIBIT A- Performance Relevancy Questionnaire EXHIBIT B- Subcontractor Information and Consent Form EXHIBIT C- Reference Questionnaire package EXHIBIT D-Option information form

EXHIBIT E- PROPOSAL INQUIRY FORMAT

EXHIBIT F- Forward pricing Agreement rates for Modifications EXHIBIT G- Reserved EXHIBIT H- Evaluation Total Offer calculation EXHIBIT I- Evaluation Total Offer Method

SECTION 00010 NOTES

NOTES

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

2. Offeror’s attention is invited to the insurance requirement contained in this solicitation (FAR Clause 52.228-5 Insurance – Work on a Government Installation). Certification of the required coverage for the prime contractor shall be furnished prior to beginning work on this contract, and the Contracting Officer may request evidence of the required insurance at any time during the life the contract.

3. Reference DFARS Provision 252.236-7008, Contract Prices – Bidding Schedules. 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.

4. Facsimile transmission of proposal is not authorized.

5. Funds IAW FAR Provision 52.232-18, Availability of Funds. Funds are not presently available for this acquisition. No contract award will be made until appropriated funds are made available.

6. CLINS #2 through #14 are Option Line Items. See FAR Provision 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options, Section 00100. The Government anticipates awarding options at time of award, however, reserves the right to award unexercised options after award within the time period provided in the awardee’s accepted proposal. (Reference Exhibit D). Government reserves the right to include options exercised at time of award in the Base CLIN (#0001) to facilitate and simplify schedule and payment processing.

Option lines items are shown in plans and specifications as OBI’s:

Line item 0002, Option 1 is OBI #1;

Line item 0003, Option 2 is OBI #2;

Line item 0004, Option 3 is OBI #3;

Line item 0005, Option 4 is OBI #4;

Line item 0006, Option 5 is OBI #5;

Line item 0007, Option 6 is OBI #6;

Line item 0008, Option 7 is OBI #7;

Line item 0009, Option 8 is OBI #8;

Line item 0010, Option 9 is OBI #19;

Line item 0011, Option 10 is OBI #10;

Line item 0012, Option 11 is OBI #11;

Line item 0013, Option 12 is OBI #12;

Line item 0014, Option 13 is OBI #13;

End of Section 00010

Section 00100 - Bidding Schedule/Instructions to Bidders

Section 00100 INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

SECTION 100

1. SCOPE

1.1. You are invited to submit a proposal in response to our Request for Proposal (RFP) W912J6-12-R-0002PN 150043 Construction of a new facility for the 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) Readiness Center, Kalaeloa (Kapolei), HAWAII.As a result of this solicitation, the Government intends to award a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value after evaluation in accordance with the factors and subfactors in the solicitation.

1.2 This solicitation is set-aside 100% for small businesses.

2. NOTICE OF PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

A pre-proposal conference will be conducted on 09 March 2012 at 09:00AM hours for the purposes of briefing on the proposal requirements and answering questions regarding this solicitation. This conference will be held at USPFO for Hawaii, 91-1179 Enterprise Avenue, Bldg 117, Kapolei, HI 96707.

2.1.1. Interested Contractors are highly encouraged to attend the pre-proposal conference. The site visit will be held following the conference.

2.1.2. Due to security conditions, all offerors must register to attend this conference and site visit. Email the following information for all attendees to CPT Peter Ammerman, with courtesy copies to CPT Manuel Llanes and 1LT Jesse San Nicolas at the following addresses:

peter.ammerman@us.army.mil manuel.llanes@us.army.mil jesse.sannicolas1@us.army.mil

Firm Name and Telephone Number Visitor’s Name and last four of Social Security No.

Drivers License Citizenship

2.1.3. This information must be provided in advance, not later than 5 business days prior to the meeting, in order to ensure access to the military base and conference site and ensure adequate seating for the conference attendees. Even if you have access to the base you must register to ensure adequate seating. The furnishing of the above information is voluntary; however, your failure to furnish all or part of the requested information may result in the Government’s denial of your access to the pre-proposal conference. This information will be provided to the Base Security Forces who will authorize your entrance to the site.

2.1.4. Visitors must pick up their passes at the Installation’s Main Entry Gate prior to arrival. You will be required to present the following information upon arrival: (1) Vehicle Registration, (2) Valid Drivers License,

(3) Proof of Insurance for Vehicle, (4) Safety Inspection and Car Rental agreement if applicable. Any of the above information furnished by you is protected under the Privacy Act and shall not be released unless permitted by law and/or you have consented to such.

2.1.5. Information provided at this conference or site visit shall not qualify the terms and conditions of the solicitation and specifications. Terms of the solicitation and specifications remain unchanged unless the mailto:jesse.sannicolas1@us.army.mil� solicitation is amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgment and receipt of solicitation amendments shall apply.

2.1.6. A record of the conference shall be made and furnished to all prospective offerors via posting to http://www.fbo.gov . The record will include minutes of the meeting, including questions (on a non-attribution basis) and answers.

3. FORMAL COMMUNICATION, OFFEROR EXPLANATIONS

3.1. Submit all questions on the Exhibit F, Proposal Inquiry Format by email to the contracting office at the address shown below.

Subject Line: Reference No. W912J6-12-R0002 Email: manuel.llanes@us.army.mil jesse.sannicolas1@us.army.mil

3.2. Any explanation desired by an offeror regarding the meaning or interpretation of the solicitation, or proposals, drawings, specifications, etc. must be requested in writing and with sufficient time allowed for a reply to reach offerors before the submission of their offer.

3.3. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to address questions received after the fifth day prior to solicitation closing with those offers deemed compliant and/or in the competitive range after closing. All questions and requests for information (RFI) must be received NOT LATER THAN the fifth working day prior to closing and will be posted not later than two working days prior to closing. OFFERORS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED

TO SUBMIT QUESTIONS EARLY IN THIS PROCESS.

3.4. 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 our web site at:

http://www.fbo.gov.

3.4.1. Receipt by the offeror must be acknowledged 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.

3.4.2. For security reasons, all technical and engineering data related to this solicitation will be distributed using the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps.gov or fbo.gov) system. FedBizOpps is a web-based dissemination tool designed to safeguard acquisition-related information for all Federal agencies. Interested bidders/offerors must register with FedBizOpps before accessing the system. FedBizOpps registration requires the following information:

3.4.2.1. 1) - Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN); 2) - DUNS Number and CAGE Code; 3) - Telephone Number; 4) - E-Mail Address. Registration instructions can be found on the FedBizOpps website at https://www.fbo.gov/downloads/FBO_Vendor_Guide.pdf.

Reference paragraph 4.4 of the Vendor Guide for instructions to obtain a special password to retrieve the specification and drawing documents. Contractors who do not already have a password are advised that the normal processing is 7 to 12 business days to obtain a password that will give them access to the plans and specifications, which are located in the controlled access location on FBO. Bidders/offerors who have registered with FedBizOpps must access the data for this solicitation using the password. Bidders/Offerors cannot log into the FedBizOpps home page and search for data.

4. AMENDMENTS PRIOR TO DATE SET FOR RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS

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4.1. The right is reserved, as the interest of the Government may require, to revise or amend, the specifications or drawings or both prior to and/or after the date set for receipt of proposals as necessary. Such amendments, 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 information prior to the date set for receipt of proposals will be posted on the following website: http://www.fbo.gov

4.2. Offerors are strongly cautioned to check this site frequently and to “refresh” their web page to ensure they have the lasted information.

5. HAND CARRIED PROPOSALS/INVITATIONS

5.1. A bid repository is provided for hand carried proposals and is located at USPFO for HAWAII Attn:

Purchasing and Contracting Division, 91-1179 Enterprise ave, BLDG 117, Kapolei, HI 96797. Hand carried proposals must be deposited in the repository prior to the time established for receipt of proposals.

5.2. Offerors are cautioned that approval to enter the base must be obtained prior to the closing date for receipt of proposals. Follow the procedures outlined in paragraph 1.2.2 for entry. Delays are probable at the entry point and should be accommodated for. Late receipt of proposals due to base entry delays may not be deemed excusable and the Contracting Officer may declare the proposal late and remove it from consideration.

6. WAGE DETERMINATION

6.1. Davis Bacon Wage Rates are applicable to this project. Current prevailing wage determination at time of issuance of solicitation are GENERAL DECISION: HI120001 02/10/2012 HI1

In the event the current prevailing Wage Determination is changed by the Department of Labor prior to the closing date of this solicitation, it is the offeror’s responsibility to insure the most recent determination is used in preparing the proposal. An Amendment will not be issued prior to closing to change Wage Determination dates and/or numbers. Should the wage rate change after closing, but prior to award, the updated Wage Determination will be incorporated by amendment and issued to all offerors that have not been eliminated from the competition. If applicable, these offerors/contractors will be given a reasonable opportunity to provide revised proposals solely to amend proposals due to Wage Determination changes. If the wage determination modification does not change any affected wage rates, then the provisions of FAR 22.404-5(c)(4) will apply.

6.2. Applicable wage rates can be found at http://www.wdol.gov/wdol/scafiles/davisbacon/hi.html

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. INFORMATION REGARDING AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES

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10.1. It has been determined that all temporary utilities shall be the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor will pay all charges (hook up fees, metering, monthly usage, etc.) resulting from temporary utilities. The offerors will take this into consideration when computing its offer. (FAR Clause 52.236-14, Availability and Use of Utility Services.

11. EXCEPTIONS

11.1. 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 (Sections 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.

12. CLAUSES

12.1. 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.

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

SECTION 110

SECTION 00110 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS

1. PROPOSAL PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

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 Instruction to Offerors – Competitive Acquisition.

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.

2. SOURCES OF PERSONNEL ON SELECTION BOARD

2.1. Offerors are advised that employees of the firms identified below may serve as advisors to Source Selection Evaluation Board members in the source selection process. These individuals will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firms are expressly prohibited from competing on the subject acquisition and from rating proposals or recommending a selection.

Contact Name: Florence Nii Firm: Dunhill Processional Staffing of Hawaii Phone: 808-844-6331 Fax: 808-844-6340 Email: Florence.nii@us.army.mil

2.2. In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firms may require access to proprietary information contained in the offeror’s proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (1) protect the offerors’ information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. To expedite the evaluation process, each offeror must contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Each offeror shall submit copies of the agreement with their proposal. Include in Volume 1. Offerors who fail to execute agreements do solely at their own risk.

3. PROPOSAL CONTENT

3.1. Prospective offerors shall submit the following volumes in two separate packages:

3.1.1. Submit Volume 1, Price proposal, pro forma documents, in original and (3) three hard copies, in accordance with instructions contained herein and;

3.1.2. Volume 2, (Part 1) Technical Capability Proposal and (Part 2) Past/Present Performance information in original and three (3) hard copies and one (1) CD/DVD.

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

3.2. PROPOSAL DUE DATE SCHEDULE

3.2.1. The entire proposal (Volumes 1 and 2 and the CD/DVD copy) are due by the date and time set for the receipt of proposals shown in Block 13 of the SF 1442. Past/Present performance references should provide questionnaire responses to the Contracting Officer not later than the closing date.

3.2.2. After compiling all required information, submit original and specified number of copies to the issuing office listed in Block 7 of the SF 1442. Mark the front of the envelope/box with the following:

“PROPOSAL No. W912J6-12-R-0002, DO NOT OPEN--- Competitive Acquisition”.

3.3. PROPOSAL FORMAT

3.3.1. 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.

3.3.2. 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.

3.3.3. Offerors are cautioned to submit enough information to enable the evaluation board 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. Certain parts of this proposal have page restrictions. Any pages/documents in excess of the page number specified will be removed from the proposal presented to the evaluation board and information therein will not be considered in the evaluation..

3.3.4. Written proposals shall be prepared on standard 8.5 x 11 inch paper (charts may be landscaped but must be on 8.5 x 11 inch paper) and shall be in a legible font size (10). All pages of each proposal shall be appropriately numbered, and identified with the RFP number. For ease of reference, consecutive page numbering with tabs is required. 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. Schedule charts may be on 11X17 inch paper folded into proposal. Text lines will be no less than single-space. To the maximum extent practicable, proposal submission shall be double sided.

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

3.3.6. Indexing: Each binder will contain a “Table of Contents” for that volume. The “Table of Contents” will identify major areas, paragraphs and subparagraphs by number and title, as well as by page number and volume locations. Tab indexing will be used to identify Sections as appropriate.

3.3.7. Electronic Copy: Provide one (1) electronic copy of all of the proposal information. Electronic copies shall be submitted on CD/DVD saved in Microsoft Word format or Adobe Acrobat. (“Read Only” files are acceptable). All disks shall be virus checked prior to submission.

3.3.8. If revised proposals are requested, all proposal revisions shall be submitted on colored paper as page changes with each page identified by date and page number. Revised pages shall be printed on one side and punched with a 3-hole punch along the left margin. The number of revised copies to be submitted is the same as the initial proposal.

3.3.9. Offeror 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.

3.3.10. The offeror shall be held responsible for the validity of all information supplied in his/her proposal, including that provided by potential subcontractors. Should subsequent investigation disclose that the facts and conditions were not as stated, the proposal may be rejected.

3.4. PROPOSAL VOLUME CONTENTS: Each offeror’s proposal shall be submitted as set forth below and all information shall be confined to the appropriate part to facilitate independent evaluation. Proposals, which do not include the requested minimum information, may be eliminated from further consideration for award.

3.4.1. VOLUME 1, PRICE/COST INFORMATION AND PRO FORMA DOCUMENTS

3.4.1.1. 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 00120 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 a meaningful evaluation. If an offeror proposes an unusually low price, the offeror should also provide rationale to justify the price. Detailed requirements follow:

3.4.1.2. Provide an introductory page to include Cage Code, DUNS Number, Tax Identification

Number (TIN), points of contact, authorized negotiators, contact phone, facsimile numbers, and email addresses.

Also, include your business socioeconomic status, e.g. small business, woman-owned small business, HUBZone small business, etc.

3.4.1.3. Offer and Section 00010 – 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.

3.4.1.4. Section 00010 – Insert the price/cost associated with the project in the line items. All line items (CLINs) must be priced to be considered.

3.4.1.5. Section 00010- Insert pricing in Forward Pricing Schedule (Exhibit F) All offerors shall provide pricing for the Forward Pricing Schedule. Failure to provide prices for all line items and or the Forward Pricing Schedule and TEP Calculation (Exhibit H) shall make the proposal non-compliant with the solicitation requirements and eliminated from the competition, without further evaluation.

3.4.1.6. Representations and Certifications- Section 00600- insert the required certifications and representations and return only those shown in section 00600. Return the entire Section 00600 with your proposal.

All other required representations and certifications are to be completed on line in “ORCA”.

3.4.1.7. All potential offerors are required to register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR), http://www.ccr.gov, in order to complete the annual Representations and Certifications found at the ORCA website. The ORCA site contains an ORCA Application Handbook and an ORCA Quick Reference Guide. To access them, simply click on the "Help" link at the top of the ORCA homepage. Ensure your Central Contractor Registration (CCR) information is up-to-date. Complete annual Representations and Certifications on line at http://orca.bpn.gov if you have not already done so. You are not required to provide a copy of the Representations and Certifications completed in ORCA with your written proposal. All acquisition websites may now also be reached through Acquisition Central at https://www.acquisition.gov/ DO include any Representations and Certifications and other statements of offerors contained in Section 00600 of this solicitation, which are in addition to the annual certifications on ORCA. Information provided on your introductory page will assist us in locating and verifying your data in (CCR) and ORCA.

3.4.1.8. Provide on Exhibit D the number of days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP) is issued that Options 1 through 13 can be exercised and not affect contract price or performance period given a notice to proceed (NTP) on or about 15 July 2012. The information provided will be incorporated in any unexercised options at time of contract award and will be used as a basis for exercising of options after award. (Exhibit D information is provided for informational purposes only and not for evaluation).

3.4.1.9. Joint Venture Requirements - Parties wishing to propose as a joint venture must submit, with the Pro Forma documents, an executed copy of the joint venture agreement. The joint venture agreement shall be executed in accordance with FAR 4.102(d). 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 or by an instrument of similarly binding character in the case of an unincorporated entity. Offerors are reminded that to obtain an award the awardee, to include a joint venture, must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database.

Applicable to set-aside solicitations: Joint Ventures must meet applicable size standards (See FAR Subpart 19.1).

Submit with the proposal any size determination for the Joint Venture entity received from the Small Business Administration. A Joint Venture where-in one party is not a small business may be referred to the Small Business Administration (IAW FAR 19.302 (b)) to determine eligibility. Note that there were significant changes in 2011 to the SBA requirements for a Joint venture Agreement in a small business set-aside. Ensure that you have the most up to date regulations from the Small Business Administration. All questions regarding this must be directed the Small Business Administration and not the Contracting Officer.

3.4.2. VOLUME 2, PART 1, OFFEROR TECHNICAL CAPABILITY PROPOSAL

3.4.2.1. Volume 2, Part 1 is comprised of three (3) subfactors. Subfactor 1: LEED® Experience and Capability; Subfactor 2: Contractor Experience and Capability; and Subfactor 3: Construction Schedule and Commissioning Approach.

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3.4.2.1.1. The Government acknowledges that the technical proposal will involve discussion of some of the same projects/contracts discussed in the Past/Present Performance volume. While Past/Present Performance examines how an offeror performed in the past, so as to determine the probability of success on future projects, the Technical Capability Proposal examines the offeror’s experience with complex multidiscipline project management and execution and how the offeror demonstrates an understanding of the contract’s requirements taking this experience into consideration.

3.4.2.2. Subfactor 1 LEED® experience and capability is obtained for the purposes of evaluating an offerors technical capability to perform a project to United States Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED® standards

3.4.2.2.1. The USGBC) LEED® technical capability proposal is limited to 8 pages.

Discuss company experience with building to United States Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED® standards.

Indicate any previous projects that achieved USGBC LEED® certification, any level of recognition. Additionally, indicate who the key construction personnel are and demonstrate they have experience and required qualifications in assigned roles with building to USGBC LEED® standards. If no experience so state and indicate in detail how you plan to overcome this lack of experience.

3.4.2.3. Subfactor 2 Experience and Capability Proposal is obtained for the purposes of evaluating an offeror’s technical capability to perform a project of this size and complexity as well as familiarity with construction in an island environment. In terms of “an island environment”, the Government recognizes that there are issues in an island environment (including involvement of the local island workforce, ready availability of supplies, materials and equipment, etc) that is not typically found in regular CONUS construction projects. As part of the evaluation of this Subfactor, the Government is particularly interested in examining an offeror’s experience with construction projects in an island environment.

3.4.2.4. The Government intends to use Exhibit A Part 1 information in the evaluation of experience for Subfactor 2. A reiteration of the information provided in Exhibit A is neither required nor desired, because the Government will be referring to it during the evaluation of this Subfactor. Rather, in terms of Subfactor 2, the offeror should refer to Exhibit A and explain it without merely repeating that information. That is, the offerors should reference this information by providing a narrative explaining their relevant experience to meet the submission requirements of this subfactor

3.4.2.4.1. The Experience and Capability Proposal is limited to 15 pages, exclusive of resumes or experience cut sheets not to exceed (NTE) two (2) pages each.

3.4.2.4.1.1. Discuss offerors technical experience and capability to perform a project of this magnitude and complexity.

3.4.2.4.1.2. Provide a proposal narrative that discusses your management plan and approach for the execution of this contract. The narrative shall include necessary information regarding the offeror’s ability to perform complete project management of the scope requirements.

3.4.2.4.1.3. Project management includes the full spectrum of activities which should be included in the overall narrative. Additionally, the following elements should be discussed in detail in the proposal:

organization and management of personnel and activities; quality control; proposal preparation, estimating, and subcontract purchasing, logistics and access, and safety. Discuss your proposed approach for each of these activities.

3.4.2.4.1.4. Provide a description of Quality Control Staff. Provide a brief general summation of the quality control processes you will use with details as it relates to the material submittal process, subcontractor compliance with contract documents. Include discussion of your company’s policy for establishing schedules for the performance of quality control tasks and your policy for reporting quality control findings to the

Government. (Offerors should not provide proposed Quality Control Plan or provide a plan as part of this narrative.

(If provided it will not be evaluated).

3.4.2.4.1.5. Demonstrate, as a minimum, that the following key personnel have experience in managing projects/contracts of the same/similar dollar magnitude, size, complexity and scope, in the capacity in which they are proposed for this project: (1) Contract Manager; (2) Project Manager(s), (3) Site Superintendent(s), (4) Estimator(s), (5) Safety Manager. Demonstrate personnel meet any specific experience qualifications included elsewhere in the contract requirements. As a minimum, provide experience information or a resume for the personnel listed above. Indicate which members of the proposed contract/project team personnel have experience working on similar type projects together.

3.4.2.4.1.6. Discuss experience, and capability in managing a project in an island environment. Discuss the involvement of the local island workforce in this project.

3.4.2.5. Subfactor 3: Construction Schedule and commissioning approach /timeline is obtained for the purposes of evaluating an offerors understanding of the requirements of the schedule and commissioning. The Schedule itself is not subject to page limits; however any provided narrative to the schedule submission is limited to 5 pages.

3.4.2.5.1. Discuss your plans for commissioning, to include commissioning approach

/timeline.

3.4.2.5.2. Provide Construction Schedules using the Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling approach based on a Notice to Proceed date of 15 July 2012 for the schedule. Construction Schedule is an integrated and networked multi-layered schedule of program/project tasks. It identifies project events, accomplishment, and criteria and the expected dates of each. These dates are based on the calendar dates provided as the starting point and the logical flow of dates provided by calculating the addition of duration of all tasks using typical schedule networking tools. Each major task will be directly traceable to the requirements of the project. The NTP date for the schedule is for the purpose of evaluation only.

3.4.3. VOLUME 2, PART 2 OFFEROR PAST/PRESENT PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

3.4.3.1. Volume 2 Part 2 is obtained for the purpose of evaluating Past/Present Performance.

Past/Present Performance includes current/on-going performance that is complete to 70% or greater. Volume 2 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/present performance the offeror includes. Offerors are cautioned to complete all the questions on the Exhibit A Parts 1 and Part 2. Detailed instructions are included in Exhibit A.

3.4.3.2. Offerors shall use the Reference Package, Exhibit C, to obtain references from past and present clients.

3.4.3.3. Past/Present Performance, which includes current on-going (present) performance that is complete to 70% or greater, 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 As 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/present performance.

3.4.3.4. Offerors shall discuss their performance using the Performance Relevancy Questionnaire format, Exhibit A, Part 1. Prepare not more than six (6) of these documents. Contractors should select their projects carefully because the quality of the contractor’s relevant performance is more important than the quantity of projects submitted.

3.4.3.5. Use the Exhibit A format 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 proposal.

3.4.3.6. Offerors should consider the currency and relevancy of the past/present 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. Performance that is more current may have greater impact than older performance.

3.4.3.7. In determining relevancy to the solicitation requirement, offerors should consider the similarity of construction methods employed, size, scope, cost magnitude, location, client type (e.g. federal government) and complexity of work performed to those required for the proposed effort. It is the offeror’s sole responsibility to explain how any particular past/present project is relevant to the project that is the subject of this solicitation.

3.4.3.8. Offerors are encouraged to include with their proposal information any problems encountered on the identified contracts and the offeror's correction actions.

3.4.3.9. 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:

Name(s) of Predecessor Company/Subcontractor and/or Key Personnel Complete Address Telephone, Fax Number and email address Brief synopsis of the experience- A resume may be submitted for "Key Personnel" Describe relevancy to this project

3.4.3.9.1. Provide three (3) references, for each Predecessor Company, Subcontractor or Key Personnel. Clearly identify the contractor/individual for whom the reference information concerns.

3.4.3.9.2. Each proposed subcontractor/Teaming Partner must also complete an

Exhibit B, “Subcontractor/Team/Key Personnel Information and Consent Form”, to be considered.

3.4.3.10. Past Performance References – REQUIRED – A “Final” Performance Evaluation (Construction) (also referred to as CCASS Evaluation) issued for a project may be included in lieu of sending out reference package for the project. Alternatively, offerors shall prepare and submit a reference package to prior client(s) for all of the projects listed on your Exhibit A (Detailed instructions are included in Exhibit C Package).

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.