W912LM15R0004FY15MATOCSolicitation.docx

W912LM-15-R-0004

Section 00010 - Solicitation Contract Form

BASIC PERIOD

FFP

MATOC IDIQ- Construction FFP - Contractor shall provide all plant, labor, equipment, appliances, materials, expertise and supervision necessary for various maintenance, repair and construction Task Order Contracts for the Minnesota National Guard. Maximum Contract Value for Base Period and All Option years is $9,500,000.00 MAX QTY and unit price shown for administrative purposes only. Dollar values, types, set-aside, and locations applicable to this award are in Note 1 Section 00010.

FOB: Destination

NET AMT

BASIC PERIOD

FFP

This CLIN for administrative purposes for Task Orders issued during the Base period.

NET AMT

FFP

MATOC IDIQ- Construction FFP - Contractor shall provide all plant, labor, equipment, appliances, materials, expertise and supervision necessary for various maintenance, repair and construction Task Order Contracts for the Minnesota National Guard. Maximum Contract Value for Base Period and All Option years is $9,500,000.00 MAX QTY and unit price shown for administrative purposes only. Dollar values, types, set-aside, and locations applicable to this award are in Note 1 Section 00010.

NET AMT

FFP

This CLIN for administrative purposes for Task Orders issued during Option Period 1.

NET AMT

FFP

MATOC IDIQ- Construction FFP - Contractor shall provide all plant, labor, equipment, appliances, materials, expertise and supervision necessary for various maintenance, repair and construction Task Order Contracts for the Minnesota National Guard. Maximum Contract Value for Base Period and All Option years is $9,500,000.00 MAX QTY and unit price shown for administrative purposes only. Dollar values, types, set-aside, and locations applicable to this award are in Note 1 Section 00010.

NET AMT

FFP

NET AMT

FFP

MATOC IDIQ- Construction FFP - Contractor shall provide all plant, labor, equipment, appliances, materials, expertise and supervision necessary for various maintenance, repair and construction Task Order Contracts for the Minnesota National Guard. Maximum Contract Value for Base Period and All Option years is $9,500,000.00 MAX QTY and unit price shown for administrative purposes only. Dollar values, types, set-aside, and locations applicable to this award are in Note 1 Section 00010.

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SECTION 00010

TABLE OF CONTENTS/NOTES

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

SECTION 00010 – PRICING SCHEDULE, NOTES AREAS OF CONSIDERATION,

SECTION 00100 – INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

SECTION 00600 – REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATION

SECTION 00700 – CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION 00800 – SPECIAL MATOC CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01001 – 01700 – DIVISION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ATTACHMENT 1 – MASTER SPECIFICATIONS “TO BE PROVIDED AT TIME OF AWARD”

ATTACHMENT 2 – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS DOCUMENT DATED “TO BE INSERTED AT TIME OF AWARD.”

EXHIBIT A – Performance Relevancy Questionnaire EXHIBIT B – Subcontractor Information and Consent Form EXHIBIT C – Package Information & Forms; Cover Letter; Respondent Identification & Ratings EXHIBIT D – Technical Proposal Format and Questions EXHIBIT E – Prototypical Project Offering Form

EXHIBIT E – ATTACHMENT 1 – PROTOTYPICAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 00010 NOTES

The following apply to this contract:

1. Task orders in the following location(s) are applicable to this contract: (to be completed by the Contracting Officer at time of award)

1. In addition to Task Orders issued on a small business set-aside basis Contractor is eligible to compete for Task Orders set-aside for: (to be completed by the Contracting Officer at time of award)

1. Applicable Maximum order dollar values (to be completed by the Contracting Officer at time of award).

1. A Task Order in the amount of $200.00 will be issued upon award of this contract. Contractors may invoice for the initial Task Order following acceptance by the Contracting Officer of the Master Safety and Quality Control Plans. These plans shall be submitted not later than 30 days from the award of a MATOC contract and receipt of the initial Task Order. Plans submitted with the proposal in response to the solicitation are not acceptable. In the event the Contractor awarded a MATOC does not submit the required plans within 60 days of award the Contracting Officer may unilaterally cancel the MATOC contract at no cost to the Government.

1. Areas in Table of Contents shown in gray which include Sections, 00100, 00110, 00120, and 00600 will be physically removed and not placed in the contract award, however shall remain in the Table of Contents and deemed to be incorporated by reference in that award.

1. Contractor’s attention is invited to Section 00800, Special Contract Requirements. Important information on the Task Order process is contained therein. Offerors are encouraged to read this section in its entirety to reach a better understanding of the MATOC Task Order Process. The minimum guaranteed Task Order amount for the entire contract period, to include any exercised option periods, is $200.00 per IDIQ contract awarded. See note No. 2.

1. The term “Contracting Officer” is applicable to this Solicitation and resulting contract(s). The terms “Contracting Officer” and “Ordering Officer” may be used interchangeably when referring to individual Task Orders.

1. Reference Contract Clause 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” shall be construed as having the same meaning in this solicitation and resulting contract(s) and any future Task Orders.

1. Reference Contract Clause 52.215-5, FACSIMILE PROPOSALS. This clause may apply to individual Task Order Request for Proposals to be issued under the basic contract. It does not apply to this (Basic Contract) solicitation. Individual MATOC Task Order Requests for Proposals will indicate the applicability of this clause.

1. Reference Contract Clause 52.228-15, PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS. Applicability will be defined in individual MATOC orders.

1. The Government intends to award Multiple Contracts pursuant to this solicitation. Federally warranted Contracting Officers at any National Guard activities in the State of Minnesota may place Task Orders against resulting contracts. See Section 00800 for additional information.

1. DO NOT insert prices in the Basic and Option Years CLINs provided immediately after the SF 1442. Instructions for the preparation of proposals are located in Sections 00100, 00110 and 00120.

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION – OFFERORS MUST RETURN THE FOLLOWING WITH THEIR PROPOSAL

NOTE: OFFERORS MUST COMPLETE AREAS OF CONSIDERATION BELOW AND RETURN WITH PROPOSAL.

1. LOCATIONS OF WORK – The majority of projects will be performed at the Duluth and/or Mpls St. Paul Air National Guard Bases. Contractors shall identify all location(s) they desire to be considered for award of individual MATOC projects. Contractors will be provided a fair opportunity to compete for Task Orders at those locations checked within the dollar range indicated below, if they are awarded a contract.

PLACE AN “X” IN THE BLOCK (OF ALL THAT APPLY) IF YOUR FIRM WILL ACTIVELY PURSUE PROJECT(s) AT THESE LOCATIONS

( ) AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, DULUTH, MN

( ) AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, MPLS/ST. PAUL, MN

( ) OTHER LOCATIONS WITHIN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA

2. DOLLAR VALUE OF PROJECTS

The Contractor must identify the dollar range of projects they are interested in receiving consideration for under the MATOC contract. Each Offeror must check ONLY one of the ranges listed below. (This limitation may be due to business size or company bonding limitations). Note: Task Order offerings, if any, in excess of $5M will be offered only to Contractors awarded at the $5M level or through options have reached the $5M level. Such Contractors may be required to provide additional capability information to include bonding capability and financial capability depending on the dollar amount of the proposed Task Order.

Table B allows an Offeror to start at a smaller dollar range and grow with the program based on successful performance and capabilities. Select from A OR B but not both.

A – DOLLAR VALUE - Check only ONE RANGE of dollars

$500,000 ( ) $200 – $1 Million ( ) $200 - $2 Million ( ) $200 - $3 Million

( ) $200 - $5 Million

B – Optional Escalating Scale The amount on this chart allow for increases in limits in option years.

Check only one range.

End of Section 00010

Section 00100 - Bidding Schedule/Instructions to Bidders

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

The Government contemplates award of a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract resulting from this solicitation.

(End of provision)

52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT--CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014)

(a) Definitions. “Commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item,” “construction material,” “domestic construction material,” and “foreign construction material,” as used in this provision, are defined in the clause of this solicitation entitled “Buy American --Construction Materials” (Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.225-9).

(b) Requests for determinations of inapplicability. An offeror requesting a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute should submit the request to the Contracting Officer in time to allow a determination before submission of offers. The offeror shall include the information and applicable supporting data required by paragraphs (c) and (d) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 in the request. If an offeror has not requested a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute before submitting its offer, or has not received a response to a previous request, the offeror shall include the information and supporting data in the offer.

(c) Evaluation of offers. (1) The Government will evaluate an offer requesting exception to the requirements of the Buy American statute, based on claimed unreasonable cost of domestic construction material, by adding to the offered price the appropriate percentage of the cost of such foreign construction material, as specified in paragraph (b)(3)(i) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9.

(2) If evaluation results in a tie between an offeror that requested the substitution of foreign construction material based on unreasonable cost and an offeror that did not request an exception, the Contracting Officer will award to the offeror that did not request an exception based on unreasonable cost.

(d) Alternate offers.

(1) When an offer includes foreign construction material not listed by the Government in this solicitation in paragraph (b)(2) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9, the offeror also may submit an alternate offer based on use of equivalent domestic construction material.

(2) If an alternate offer is submitted, the offeror shall submit a separate Standard Form 1442 for the alternate offer, and a separate price comparison table prepared in accordance with paragraphs (c) and (d) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 for the offer that is based on the use of any foreign construction material for which the Government has not yet determined an exception applies.

(3) If the Government determines that a particular exception requested in accordance with paragraph (c) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 does not apply, the Government will evaluate only those offers based on use of the equivalent domestic construction material, and the offeror shall be required to furnish such domestic construction material. An offer based on use of the foreign construction material for which an exception was requested--

(i) Will be rejected as nonresponsive if this acquisition is conducted by sealed bidding; or

(ii) May be accepted if revised during negotiations.

52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)

(a) Protests, as defined in section 33.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, that are filed directly with an agency, and copies of any protests that are filed with the Government Accountability Office (GAO), shall be served on the Contracting Officer (addressed as follows) by obtaining written and dated acknowledgment of receipt from

ONLY WRITTEN PROTESTS WILL BE CONSIDERED. NO PROTESTS MAY BE FILED BY ELECTRONIC MAIL.

(b) The copy of any protest shall be received in the office designated above within one day of filing a protest with the GAO.

52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995) – ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

(a) The clauses at 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, and 52.236-3, Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

(b) An organized site visit has been scheduled for--

SEE SECTION 00100 FOR DETAILS

(c) Participants will meet at--

52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

52.252-3 ALTERATIONS IN SOLICITATION (APR 1984)

Portions of this solicitation are altered as follows:

None

(End of Provision)

52.252-5 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN PROVISIONS (APR 1984)

(a) The use in this solicitation of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of"(DEVIATION)" after the date of the provision.

(b) The use in this solicitation of any DoD FAR Supplement (48 CFR Chapter 2) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the name of the regulation.

SECTION 00100

Section 00100 INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. SCOPE: You are invited to submit a proposal in response to our Request for Proposal (RFP) entitled, “Minnesota MATOC Solicitation” for construction and limited design-build services for National Guard locations throughout the State of Minnesota. As a result of this solicitation, the Government intends that a minimum of thirteen indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity, (IDIQ) Task Order Contracts will be awarded, providing sufficient qualified contractors present offers. All awards will be to small business pursuant to a 100% small business set-aside. The contracting officer may set-aside Task Orders for SBA Certified 8(a) participants; Certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns, Small Business Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business and Women Owned Small Businesses Concerns providing 2 or more qualified contractors in each category present conforming offers and are awarded a MATOC. The Government also reserves the right to set-aside Task Orders for other authorized socio-economic programs approved for use during the existence of this MATOC and implemented by the FAR or DFARS.

1.1.1. Awards will be made to Offerors whose proposals, responsive and conforming to the RFP, are determined to be most advantageous to the Government in terms of Technical, Price and other factors considered. Socioeconomic status of the Offeror will also be considered.

1.1.2. Work to be performed under the MATOC contracts will include, but are not limited to, construction, demolition/remediation services, and limited design services for projects designated for real property facilities normally on Minnesota National Guard sites. Projects will principally be bid build type from already completed designs, and/or projects specified by a Statement of Work using the Master Specification. It should be noted that the majority of work under these contracts will be for sustainment, repair and maintenance (SRM) at the under $1M dollar level. However, offerings may on rare occasion include some design/build projects some of which may be non-complex or complex performance based offerings. Complex design-build projects will normally be solicited using a two phase approach as described in Section 00800.

1.1.3. The Government reserves the right to issue additional solicitations and award additional contracts within the activities covered by this contract. In this event, new MATOC contractors, in accordance with the terms of their contracts, may compete for Task Orders with the Contractors selected under this solicitation. This is not a solicitation for a Requirements Contract.

1.2. PROJECT CATEGORIES: Work performed under these Multi-Discipline Contracts will generally be of, but are not limited to, the following general project categories:

1.2.1. Construction, repair and alteration of various facilities.

1.2.2. Construction, repairs and alteration of Electrical Systems (ES)

1.2.3. Construction, repair and alteration of Mechanical Systems (e.g. HVAC systems, and controls.)

1.2.4. Concrete and/or Asphalt Paving.

1.2.5. Demolition of facilities when required. Note: Demolition projects that are stand-alone, not part of a rebuild, fall under the Service Contract Act, and the Davis Bacon Act is not applicable, nor is bonding. FAR 52.222-41, Services Contract Act of 1965, and FAR 52.246-13, Inspection—Dismantling, Demolition, or Removal of Improvements clauses and requirements apply. Note that the applicable clauses for Prompt Payment, Value Engineering, and Termination are likewise different from such clauses applicable to all other requirements under this contract.

1.3. CONTRACT DURATION, LIMITS AND AMOUNTS: Each of the resulting contracts will include a two-year base period (2 years) and three one-year option periods. The maximum value of each contract will not exceed $9.5 million over the life of the contract. The Minimum and Maximum values for a single Task Order are $200.00 and $5 million, respectively. The minimum guaranteed order for each contract is one (1) Task Order valued at $200 with a guaranteed fee of $200.00 for the life of the contract. At time of award of the basic contract, a Task Order for $200.00 will be issued and will be paid only if the awarded contractor submits acceptable Master Quality Control and Safety Plans to the Contracting Officer. Plans are due 30 days after issuance of the task order. Failure to submit the required plans within 60 days of issuance of the Task Order may result in the Government unilaterally cancelling the Task Order and basic award. See Section 00800 for details.

1.4. TASK ORDERS

1.4.1. As requirements develop, Task Orders will be competed among the MATOC awardees, or negotiated on a sole source basis as described in Section 00800. Section 00800 describes the Task Order process in detail. Offerors are highly encouraged to read Section 00800 before submitting a proposal.

1.4.2. The basic contract will be administered, (e.g. issuing modifications, exercising options), by the Contracting Office, USPFO-MN, 15000 Hwy 115, Camp Ripley, Little Falls, MN 56345-4173.

1.4.3. Individual Task Orders will be awarded and administered by federally appointed contracting officers, and may be issued by any Army or Air National Guard location in the State of Minnesota. Organizations outside of the issuing office of the basic contract will be responsible for the complete administration of Task Orders issued.

1.4.4. Construction performance requirements will be specified for each project in the Task Order Request for Proposal. MATOC Awardees will compete for Task Orders among themselves. The majority of all Task Orders shall be awarded based on competitive proposals received in response to the agency request for quotation.

1.5. NOTICE OF PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE:

1.5.1. A pre-proposal conference will be conducted on October 22, 2015 at 10:00 AM (local time) for the purposes of briefing on the proposal requirements and answering questions regarding this solicitation. This conference will be held at the Base Civil Engineering Squadron Building, Rm 101, 614 Militia Drive, St. Paul, MN 55111-4121 Interested Contractors are highly encouraged to attend the pre-proposal conference. The site visit will be held following the conference.

1.5.2. Due to security conditions, all Offerors must register to attend this conference and site visit. Email the following information for all attendees to Colleen Moore at the following addresses: colleen.m.moore.civ@mail.mil and colleen.m.dalquist.civ@mail.mil

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

Drivers License Citizenship

1.5.3. This information must be provided in advance, not later than 3 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.

1.5.4. 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 Driver’s License, (3) Proof of Insurance, (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.

1.5.5. 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 solicitation is amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgment and receipt of solicitation amendments shall apply.

1.5.6. A record of the conference shall be made and furnished to all prospective Offerors via posting to our web site at https://www.fbo.gov. The record will include minutes of the meeting, including questions (on a non-attribution basis) and answers.

1.6. FORMAL COMMUNICATION, OFFEROR EXPLANATIONS

1.6.1. Any explanation desired by an Offeror regarding the meaning or interpretation of the solicitation, for 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.

1.6.2. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to address questions received after the fifth day prior to solicitation closing with those offers deemed responsive 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.

1.6.3. 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 https://www.fbo.gov

1.6.3.1. 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.

1.6.4. 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:

1.6.4.1. Interested Offerors must be registered in SAM. To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. You will need your DUNS number to register. Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation and associated information and the plans and specifications will be available only from the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website on-line at https://www.fbo.gov/ . 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: 1) Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN), 2) DUNS Number and CAGE Code, 3) Telephone Number, 4) Email address. Registration instructions can be found on the FedBizOpps website at https://www.fbo.gov/downloads/FBO_Vendor_Guide.pdf. (Please note the registration for access to the secure site takes approximately 15 business days. PLAN ACCORDINGLY) Reference paragraph 4.7 of the Vendor Guide for instructions to obtain a MPIN to retrieve the specification and drawing documents. Contractors who do not already have an MPIN are advised that the normal processing is 7 to 15 business days to obtain an MPIN password that will give them access to the plans and specifications, which are located in the controlled access location on FBO. See video in vendor guide at 3.3 on advanced functions for other information. Bidders/Offerors who have registered with FedBizOpps must access the data for this solicitation with their MPIN. Bidders/Offerors cannot log into the FedBizOpps home page and search for data.

1.6.5. Submit request for information, by email to the contracting office at the address shown below. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - INQUIRY FORMAT

Subject Line: Reference No. W912LM-15-R-0004

Date of Inquiry: _______________________________ From: _______________________________________ Company Name: ______________________________ Address: ____________________________________ Phone Number: _______________________________ Email address: ________________________________ Question: (Please clearly state your question) (If sent via an attachment word docs are preferred to facilitate posting of answers to the master Q&A document)

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 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: https://www.fbo.gov

1.7.1. 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:

1.8.1. A bid repository is provided for hand carried proposals and is located at United States Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO) for Minnesota, 15000 Hwy 115, Building 15-2, Room 107, Camp Ripley, Little Falls, MN 56345-4173. Hand carried proposals must be deposited in the repository prior to the time established for receipt of proposals.

1.8.2. 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 the instructions in the paragraph above titled “Notice of Pre Proposal Conference” 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.

1.9. WAGE DETERMINATION:

1.9.1. Davis Bacon Wage Rates are applicable to the prototypical project. Prevailing wage determination information, current at time of issuance of solicitation, is found in the prototypical offering form, Exhibit E. In the event the current prevailing Wage Determination is changed by the Department of Labor prior to closing date of this solicitation it is the Offeror’s responsibility to ensure 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. Applicable wage rates can be found at: http://www.wdol.gov/dba.aspx

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. REMOVAL OF SECTIONS AT TIME OF AWARD. Sections 00100, 00110, 00120, 00600 and 00010 Areas of Consideration will be physically removed as a result of an award, but will be deemed to be incorporated by reference in that award.

1.12. DISPOSITION OF UNSUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS AND EXTRA SUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS: In compliance with FAR Subpart 4.8, the Government will retain one copy of all proposals. The Government will destroy extra copies of proposals. No destruction certificate will be provided.

1.13. PROPOSAL ACCEPTABILITY: 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. The Offeror is hereby advised that its proposal is presumed to represent its best and final offer in response to this solicitation.

1.14. CLARIFICATIONS: Offeror may, at the discretion of the Government, be asked to provide information for clarification purposes regarding their proposals. Requests for such clarification information do not constitute discussions.

1.15. EXCEPTIONS: If the Offeror takes exception to any of the requirements specified in this solicitation, the Offeror shall clearly identify each 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 00120) 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.

1.16. CLAUSES

1.16.1. 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.

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

SECTION 00110

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS

1. GENERAL 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. In order for proposals to receive full consideration for award, Offerors should ensure that the information furnished in support of the proposal is factual, accurate, and complete.

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 elimination from consideration for award. All solicitation amendments must be acknowledged in accordance with FAR Clause 52.215-1, and Instructions to Offerors.

1.3. RESERVED

1.4. PROPOSAL CONTENT: Prospective offerors shall submit the proposal in two separate binders.

1.4.1. Binder # 1 includes Volume 1: Pro forma documents in original and (1) one copy, except as noted, and Exhibit E- Price proposal, in accordance with instruction contained herein.

1.4.2. Binder # 2 contains Volume 2, Technical information and Volume 3, Past Performance proposals in four copies (original and 3 copies).

1.4.3. Offerors shall also submit the entire proposal in electronic format.

1.4.4. 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. In addition contractors shall submit a single copy of the following information in a sealed envelope with their name on the outside. This information is sought pursuant to FAR 9.105-1 and will be opened and utilized only if the contractor is selected for a MATOC award. Information will be used in determining the contractor responsible in accordance with FAR Part 9. If an award is not being offered the envelope will be filed unopened with the original proposal.

1.4.4.1. Documentation of adequate financial resources: Provide letters of reference from financial institution(s) concerning credit worthiness and from bonding companies indicating capability to bond to, at a minimum, the highest level requested in areas of consideration.

1.5. PROPOSAL DUE DATE SCHEDULE:

1.5.1. Proposal Volumes and the electronic copy are due by the date and time set for the receipt of proposals shown in Block 13 of the SF 1442. The due date for receipt of Past Performance Questionnaires from your references is the same as the date and time set for the receipt of proposals shown in Block 13 of the SF 1442.

1.5.2. After compiling all required information, submit the information in accordance with the “Proposal Due Date Schedule” paragraph and Block 13 of the SF 1442. Return the 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 W912LM-15-R-0004, DO NOT OPEN--- Competitive Proposal--

1.6. PROPOSAL FORMAT:

1.6.1. 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 enable the Government to easily understand and perform a thorough and fair evaluation.

1.6.2. 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. Note that Volume 3 Technical proposal is limited to 10 double sided sheets ( 20 single pages) exclusive of table of contents, tabs, dividers and attachments required in Exhibit D. (21 pages if the Exhibit D questions are reiterated in the proposal - See additional information on Exhibit D.)

1.6.3. Type size for text documents will 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. Page size for schedules may be up to 11” x 17” and all other charts, tables etc. must not exceed normal legal size (8.5” x 14”). Text lines will be no less than single-space. To the maximum extent practicable proposal submission shall be double sided.

1.6.4. 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. Pages in excess of any specified limitation shall not be evaluated.

1.6.5. 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, Part 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.

1.6.6. Indexing: Each volume 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.

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

1.6.8. 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.

2. 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.

2.1. BINDER 1- VOLUME 1, OFFER DOCUMENTS AND PRICE/COST INFORMATION:

2.1.1. 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.

2.1.2. DO NOT PUT ANY AMOUNTS IN THE BASIC CONTRACT SCHEDULE IN SECTION 00010- ALL FUNDING WILL BE ON THE TASK ORDERS WHEN AWARDED.

2.1.3. Section 00010 –Areas of Consideration. Mark your selections for the Areas (Location, Price) for which you want consideration. Please note that evaluation will consider all price levels. However, you must demonstrate experience at the highest level requested to receive full consideration. If you have not performed at the higher limits consider requesting on the ascending scale. The base year will be evaluated for the level requested.

2.1.4. Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors- Section 00600: Include in your proposal only the Representations and Certifications contained in Section 00600 of this solicitation. All other required representations and certifications are to be completed on line in “ORCA”.

2.1.5. Effective May 29, 2012 Government systems such as CCR and ORCA (on-line representations and certifications) are migrating in to System for Award Management (SAM). Interested offerors must be registered in SAM. To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. You will need your DUNS number to register. Instructions for registering are on the web page.

2.1.6. Prototypical Project Requirements: All offerors, regardless of the areas of consideration on location and price shall price the prototypical project for evaluation purposes. Failure to provide a priced Exhibit E is considered non-compliance with the solicitation requirements and grounds for elimination from consideration/evaluation.

2.1.6.1. 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 to request 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 00120. This request for clarification of pricing will not be construed as being discussions. Request is only to obtain a better understanding of price proposed. If an offeror proposes an unusually low price, the offeror shall also provide rationale to justify the price.

2.1.6.2. Exhibit E – Insert the price/cost associated with the prototypical project on the Prototypical Proposal Offer Schedule provided in Exhibit E.

2.1.6.3. Include an introductory letter that contains points of contact with names and email and phone numbers. Provide the names of authorized negotiators. Provide Cage Code, Duns number, Tax ID number. Statement of socio-economic size. ( Also include this letter on the CD required for Binder 2- Volumes 2 and 3)

2.1.6.4. 1 copy in a sealed envelope of documentation of adequate financial resources: Provide letters of reference from financial institution(s) concerning credit worthiness and from bonding companies indicating capability to bond to, at a minimum, the highest level requested in areas of consideration.

2.2. BINDER 2- VOLUME 2, TECHNICAL INFORMATION. Requirements for the technical proposal are found in Exhibit D. The Technical proposal shall be prepared in accordance with the instructions and format given in this section and on Exhibit D. Failure to provide a Technical proposal in accordance with Exhibit D and the solicitation may render an offeror’s proposal incomplete and ineligible for award. Offerors are strongly cautioned to follow the format of Exhibit D in preparing their proposals. Include the question before each narrative. This will allow for ease of evaluation. Technical Proposals shall not include price or pricing information. Volume 3 is limited to 10 double sided sheets (20) pages. (21 pages if the Exhibit D questions are reiterated in the proposal-See additional information on Exhibit D.) See instruction on the Exhibit D form.

2.2.1. General Instructions: The Technical proposal shall be submitted in accordance with the instruction contained herein and on Exhibit D. In no case shall statements such as “we comply with the requirements of the contract” or its equivalent be acceptable to meet the requirements of this request for proposal. 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 enable the Government to easily understand and perform a thorough and fair evaluation. This should preclude the rejection of a proposal due to items not being addressed.

2.2.1.1. The Government acknowledges that this will involve discussion of some of the same projects/contracts discussed in the Past Performance volume. While Past Performance examines how an offeror performed in the past, so as to determine the probability of success on future projects, this subfactor examines the offeror’s experience with multidiscipline project management and execution and how the offeror demonstrates an understanding of the contract’s requirements taking this experience into consideration. The Government may use Exhibit A Part 1 information in the evaluation of experience.

2.2.2. In order for the Government to evaluate the offeror’s understanding of the contract requirements, offerors are required to discuss their technical and administrative capabilities in a manner that demonstrates these are adequate to meet contract requirements. The information in Exhibit D will address your capability and experience to perform multi-discipline/multi-project projects, at the dollar levels and in the location requested; your organization; key personnel; subcontractors; quality control; your ability to schedule and safety.

2.2.3. The Exhibit D question narratives and required attachments should include necessary information regarding the offeror’s ability to perform complete project management of multi-disciplined construction projects. Project management includes the full spectrum of activities such as: estimating, proposal preparation, subcontract purchasing and management, work scoping and planning, construction superintendent duties, quality controls, limited architect and engineering design, and safety. Additional clarification of these requirements is to be inferred from information contained in the each question of the Technical proposal, as well as the evaluation factors for award identified in Section 00120.

2.2.4. OFFERORS ARE CAUTIONED TO READ SECTIONS 00120 AND 00800 and DIVISION 1 OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS BEFORE COMPLETING EXHIBIT D, AS YOUR ANSWERS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOUND IN THESE SECTIONS.

2.3. Offerors are cautioned to read FAR CLAUSE 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting. Resulting Task Orders will require a minimum of 15% of the work to be self-performed. Firms must be capable of self-performing at least the minimum. The contracts resulting from this solicitation are not intended for management firms or construction firms who self-perform only management functions.

3. BINDER 2/VOLUME 3, PAST PERFORMANCE INFORMATION: Past Performance includes current on-going (present) performance on contracts/Task Orders 70% or more complete. Do not include price or pricing information in this section.

3.1. Offerors shall discuss, using the Performance Relevancy Questionnaire format, Exhibit A, Part 1 their performance for six (6) general construction projects. Contractors should select their projects carefully because the quality of the contractor’s relevant performance is more important than the quantity of projects submitted. Projects may be on going, if complete to 70 %, and cannot have been completed any earlier than 5 years prior to the solicitation issue date.

3.1.1. Offerors are to provide information to demonstrate a history of performance that demonstrates construction experience in performing multidiscipline work that is similar in scope, size, and complexity to that category of projects selected in Section 00010 – Areas of Consideration, Paragraph 2 entitled “Dollar Value of Projects”. This requirement is for a multiple discipline Task Orders at various dollar levels.