W912P621B0019 AMDT 0001.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Solicitation W912P621B0019 for Sturgeon Bay Dredging is hereby amended as follow s:

A. Added Question and Answ er from interested party.

B. Updated section 00 22 13 so the bid opening teleconference w ill begin promptly sixty (60) minutes after the bid submission time.

C. Updated section 00 70 00, 52.236-4 Phyical Data Clause.

D. Updated Specif ications section 01 45 00.15 10, paragraph 1.3.2.

E. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 4

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W912P621B0019

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

20-Aug-2021

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

08 Sep-2021

CODE

U.S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, CHICAGO

231 SOUTH LASALLE STREET SUITE 1500

CHICAGO IL 60604-1437

W912P6 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912P621B0019

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE (SF 30)

The following have been added by full text:

CONTINUATION

Question from interested party and USACE Answer.

Question 1 Does the base work period of 215 days include the two no dredging timeframes or does the 215 days exclude the no work timeframes? Is it 215 continuous days from NTP or is it 215 calendar days with a possible 2 no dredging periods that do not count as part of the 215 days.

USACE Answer 1 The 215 days for the period of performance is 215 continues days from the notice to proceed. It does not exclude the no work timeframes.

SECTION 00 22 13 - SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

IMPORTANT BID NOTES

THE ABOVE SOLICITATION SECTION 00 10 00 IS TO BE USED BY BIDDERS TO SUBMIT THEIR

BIDS. IT IS ALSO CONSIDERED THE “BID SCHEDULE” AS TERMED THROUGHOUT THE

SOLICITATION.

1. BID CONDITIONS

a. The Contractor shall bid on ALL items that are contained in the Bid Schedule, with no exceptions. Should a

Contractor fail to fully complete the bid schedule, its bid will not be considered responsive to the solicitation and eligible for the resultant contract award. Therefore, the bidder’s total price for the work shall be based on the TOTAL of all BASE and Option items included in the Bid Schedule. The Contractor shall enter both its unit price and extended price for each Bid Item.

b. From this Solicitation, the Government intends to award one firm-fixed price contract to the responsive, responsible bidder submitting the lowest aggregate price for all Base and Option Items. The intent is immediately award the base items at the time of award.

c. Split or multiple awards will not result from this Solicitation.

d. Bidders are required to acknowledge the receipt of all amendments to the Solicitation on the Standard Form 1442 in the space provided OR, by completing Blocks 8 and 15 of the Amendment Form itself (Standard Form 30), or by email to Tina M. Brock at tina.m.brock@usace.army.mil.

e. SF 1442 BACK (Page 2 of the Solicitation): Bidders shall fully complete all the required areas located on Page 2 mailto:tina.m.brock@usace.army.mil of the Solicitation document (SF 1442 Back) - refer to Block’s 14 through 20C.

f. Section 00 45 00 (Representations and Certifications): The bidder must complete the applicable boxes found at

Section 00 45 00 of this Solicitation and submit the completed Section along with all other documents required by this Solicitation. In order to place a bid in response to this Solicitation, the bidder must be registered in an

“active status” at the System for Award Management (SAM) (registration can be completed on line for free at www.sam.gov). Accordingly, any bid furnished from contractor without an active registration at SAM may be considered non-responsive to the material requirements of this Solicitation and ineligible for award.

2. SUBMISSION OF BIDS:

All sealed bids must be delivered electronically per the instructions contained within this solicitation. The bid opening will be conducted telephonically via the below Audio call-in number. Bids must be received by the time specified in the solicitation, otherwise they will be deemed late and unacceptable. The bid opening teleconference will begin promptly sixty (60) minutes after the bid submission time. The conference call-in number is as follows:

Audio Call-In Number: 1-844-800-2712

Access Code: 96412598

The Contracting Officer, with assistance from the assigned Contract Specialist, will download all of the bid submissions and record all of the pertinent information prior to the conference call. The bid opening teleconference will begin promptly 30 minutes after the submission time and at that time the bid opening officer will 1) read the names of the submitting contractors and their bids, and 2) read the independent government estimate. Once the information has been disseminated, the call will come to an end. The bid abstract will be posted to the sam.gov website by close of business of the day bids are opened.

Bids: ALL SUBMISSIONS TO THIS BID ANNOUNCEMENT SHALL BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY

THROUGH DOD SAFE. No paper copies, CD-ROMs or facsimile submissions will be accepted. Electronic Bid

Submission is required through the Army’s Electronic File Sharing Service, DOD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil).

The DOD SAFE Application is used to send large files to individuals that would normally be too large to send via email. There are no user accounts for SAFE. Authentication is handled via email. Anyone has access to DOD

SAFE, and the application is available for use by anyone. The SAFE “Getting Started Guide” has information on how to utilize the system (https://safe.apps.mil/about.php). Instructions for uploading are as follows:

1. Send an email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist to receive the link to drop off your proposal. This will need to be completed five (5) business days prior to uploading your bid.

a. Tina M. Brock, Contract Specialist at tina.m.brock@usace.army.mil

b. Miriaha D. Sigmon, Contracting Officer at miriaha.d.sigmon@usace.army.mil

2. You will receive an email with the link to submit your drop-off. The link will be provided no later than two (2) business days prior to the bid due date.

3. Short Note to the Recipients: Click the Add Files or Drag and Drop your files. For file description, enter W912P621B0019-FIRMNAME.

4. Click Upload button to send documents. Guest users will need to check their email to verify their email address before the recipients will be notified.

3. BID GUARANTEE:

Bidders are required to submit a Bid Guarantee for this project in accordance with the Federal Acquisition

Regulation Clause 52.228-1, “Bid Guarantee” – Refer to Solicitation Section 00 21 00 for the full text of this

Clause. A bid guarantee shall be submitted at 20% of the bid price or $3M whichever is the lesser. Any bidder failing to submit a Bid Guarantee will be considered non- responsive to the Solicitation and ineligible for award.

QUESTIONS: PLEASE NOTE INTERESTED BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT THEIR CONTRACTING AND

https://safe.apps.mil/ mailto:miriaha.d.sigmon@usace.army.mil

TECHNICAL INQUIRIES TO by 10AM Eastern Time on Friday 27 August 2021 to Tina M. Brock at email:

tina.m.brock@usace.army.mil – BE SURE TO INCLUDE THE SOLICITATION NUMBER

W912P621B0019 AND PROJECT TITLED “Sturgeon Bay Dredging” ON THE SUBJECT LINE OF

YOUR EMAIL. QUESTIONS SHALL BE SUBMITTED IN SUFFICIENT TIME TO BE ANSWERED

VIA AN AMENDMENT PRIOR TO THE BID OPENING DAY AND TIME. (Re: 52.214-6

Explanation to Prospective Bidders).

SUBJECT LINE SHOULD BE: W912P621B0019-FIRMNAME (insert your company's name at the end)

Please provide your BID for the Sturgeon Bay Dredging, using this link & ALSO please send the same document(s), with the correct subject line, to tina.m.brock@usace.army.mil to ensure it is received. The deadline is

10AM Eastern Time on Monday, 20 September 2021. Please allow enough time to make sure bids are submitted by the deadline.

SECTION 00 70 00 - CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

The following have been modified:

52.236-4 PHYSICAL DATA (APR 1984)

Data and information furnished or referred to below is for the Contractor's information. The Government shall not be responsible for any interpretation of or conclusion drawn from the data or information by the Contractor.

(a) The indications of physical conditions on the drawings and in the specifications are the result of site investigations, such as surveys, auger borings, core borings, test pits, probings, or test tunnels.

(b) Weather conditions

MONTHLY ANTICIPATED ADVERSE WEATHER DELAY BUSINESS DAYS BASED ON A SEVEN

(7) DAY WORK WEEK:

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

31 29 31 15 4 4 4 5 11 15 23 31

(End of clause)

(End of Summary of Changes)

Sturgeon Bay Dredging FY21 W912P621B0019

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.3 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

1.3.1 Correspondence and Electronic Communications

1.3.2 Other Factors

1.4 RMS SOFTWARE

1.5 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

1.6 CONTRACT DATABASE - GOVERNMENT

1.7 CONTRACT DATABASE - CONTRACTOR

1.7.1 Administration

1.7.1.1 Contractor Information

1.7.1.2 Subcontractor Information

1.7.1.3 Correspondence

1.7.1.4 Equipment

1.7.1.5 Reports

1.7.1.6 Request For Information (RFI)

1.7.2 Finances

1.7.2.1 Pay Activity Data

1.7.2.2 Payment Requests

1.7.3 Quality Control

1.7.3.1 Quality Control Reports

1.7.3.2 Deficiency Tracking

1.7.3.3 Three-Phase Control Meetings

1.7.3.4 Labor and Equipment Hours

1.7.3.5 Accident/Safety Reporting

1.7.3.6 Definable Features of Work

1.7.3.7 Activity Hazard Analysis

1.7.4 Submittal Management

1.7.5 Schedule

1.7.6 Closeout

1.8 IMPLEMENTATION

1.9 NOTIFICATION OF NONCOMPLIANCE

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this section to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

The work of this section is not measured for payment. The Contractor is responsible for the work of this section, without any direct compensation other than the payment received for contract items.

1.3 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

The Government will use the Resident Management System (RMS) to assist in its monitoring and administration of this contract. The Government accesses the system using the Government Mode of RMS (RMS GM) and the Contractor accesses the system using the Contractor Mode (RMS CM). The term RMS will be used in the remainder of this section for both RMS GM and RMS CM. The Contractor mode user manuals, updates, and training information can be downloaded from the RMS web site (http://rms.usace.army.mil). The joint Government-Contractor use of RMS facilitates electronic exchange of information and overall management of the contract. The Contractor accesses RMS to record, maintain, input, track, and electronically share information with the Government throughout the contract period in the following areas:

Administration Finances Quality Control Submittal Monitoring Scheduling Closeout Import/Export of Data

1.3.1 Correspondence and Electronic Communications

For ease and speed of communications, exchange correspondence and other documents in electronic format to the maximum extent feasible. Some correspondence, including pay requests and payrolls, are also to be provided in paper format with original signatures. Paper documents will govern, in the event of discrepancy with the electronic version.

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1.3.2 Other Factors

Other portions of this document have a direct relationship to the reporting accomplished through RMS. Particular attention is directed to Contract Clause, 52.236-15 "Schedules for Construction Contracts";

Contract Clause, 52.232-27 "Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts";

Contract Clause, 52.232-15 "Payments Under Fixed-Priced Construction Contracts"; Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES; Section 01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS; and Section 01 45 00.10 20 QUALITY

CONTROL.

1.4 RMS SOFTWARE

RMS is a Windows-based program that can be run on a Windows-based PC meeting the requirements as specified in paragraph SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.

Download, install and be able to utilize the latest version of the RMS software within seven calendar days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed.

RMS software, user manuals, access and installation instructions, program updates and training information are available from the RMS website ( http://rms.usace.army.mil). The Government and the Contractor will have different access authorities to the same contract database through RMS.

The common database will be updated automatically each time a user finalizes an entry or change.

1.5 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

The following is the recommended system configuration to run the Contractor Mode RMS for full utilization of all features for all types and sizes of contracts. Smaller, less complicated, projects may not require the configuration levels described below. Required configuration also noted below.

RECOMMENDED RMS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

HARDWARE

Windows-based PC 1.7 GHz i3; AMD A6 3650 GHz or higher processor (REQUIRED)

RAM 8 GB

Hard drive disk 100 GB space for sole use by RMS system

Monitor Screen resolution 1366 x 768

Mouse or other pointing device

Windows compatible printer Laser printer must have 4 MB+ of RAM

Connection to the Internet minimum 4 Mbs per user

SOFTWARE

MS Windows Windows 7 x 64 bit (RMS requires 64 bit O/S) or newer (REQUIRED)

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RECOMMENDED RMS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Word Processing software Viewer for MS Word 2013, MS Excel 2013 or newer (REQUIRED)

E-mail MAPI compatible (REQUIRED)

Virus protection software Regularly upgraded with all issued Manufacturer's ����updates and is able to detect most zero day viruses (REQUIRED)

1.6 CONTRACT DATABASE - GOVERNMENT

The Government will enter the basic contract award data in RMS prior to granting the Contractor access. The Government entries into RMS will generally be related to submittal reviews, correspondence status, and Quality Assurance (QA) comments, as well as other miscellaneous administrative information.

1.7 CONTRACT DATABASE - CONTRACTOR

Contractor entries into RMS establish, maintain, and update data throughout the duration of the contract. Contractor entries generally include prime and subcontractor information, daily reports, submittals, RFI's, schedule updates and payment requests. RMS includes the ability to import attachments and export reports in many of the modules, including submittals. The Contractor responsibilities for entries in RMS typically include the following items:

1.7.1 Administration

1.7.1.1 Contractor Information

Enter all current Contractor administrative data and information into RMS within seven calendar days of receiving access to the contract in RMS.

This includes, but is not limited to, Contractor's name, address, telephone numbers, management staff, and other required items.

1.7.1.2 Subcontractor Information

Enter all missing subcontractor administrative data and information into RMS CM within seven calendar days of receiving access to the contract in RMS or within seven calendar days of the signing of the subcontractor agreement for agreements signed at a later date. This includes name, trade, address, phone numbers, and other required information for all subcontractors. A subcontractor is listed separately for each trade to be performed.

1.7.1.3 Correspondence

Identify all Contractor correspondence to the Government with a serial number. Prefix correspondence initiated by the Contractor's site office with "S". Prefix letters initiated by the Contractor's home (main) office with "H". Letters are numbered starting from 0001 (e.g., H-0001 or S-0001). The Government's letters to the Contractor will be prefixed with "C" or "RFP".

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1.7.1.4 Equipment

Enter and maintain a current list of equipment planned for use or being used on the jobsite, including the most recent and planned equipment inspection dates.

1.7.1.5 Reports

Track the status of the project utilizing the reports available in RMS.

The value of these reports is reflective of the quality of the data input. These reports include the Progress Payment Request worksheet, Quality Control (QC) comments, Submittal Register Status, and Three-Phase Control worksheets.

1.7.1.6 Request For Information (RFI)

Create and track all Requests For Information (RFI) in the RMS Administration Module for Government review and response.

1.7.2 Finances

1.7.2.1 Pay Activity Data

Develop and enter a list of pay activities in conjunction with the project schedule. The sum of pay activities equals the total contract amount, including modifications. Each pay activity must be assigned to a Contract Line Item Number (CLIN). The sum of the activities assigned to a CLIN equals the amount of each CLIN.

1.7.2.2 Payment Requests

Prepare all progress payment requests using RMS. Update the work completed under the contract at least monthly, measured as percent or as specific quantities. After the update, generate a payment request and prompt payment certification using RMS. Submit the signed prompt payment certification and payment request as well as supporting data either electronically or by hard copy. Unless waived by the Contracting Officer, a signed paper copy of the approved payment certification and request is also required and will govern in the event of discrepancy with the electronic version.

1.7.3 Quality Control

Enter and track implementation of the three-phase Quality Control System, QC testing, transferred and installed property and warranties in RMS.

Prepare daily reports, identify and track deficiencies, document progress of work, and support other Contractor QC requirements in RMS. Maintain all data on a daily basis. Ensure that RMS reflects all quality control methods, tests and actions contained within the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan and Government review comments of same within seven calendar days of Government acceptance of the CQC Plan.

1.7.3.1 Quality Control Reports

The Contractor's QC Daily Report in RMS is the official report. The Contractor can use other supplemental formats to record QC data, but information from any supplemental formats are to be consolidated and entered into the RMS QC Daily Report. Any supplemental information may be entered into RMS as an attachment to the report. QC Daily Reports must be

SECTION 01 45 00.15 10 Page 5 finalized and signed in RMS within 24 hours after the date covered by the report. Provide the Government a printed signed copy of the QC Daily Report, unless waived by the Contracting Officer.

1.7.3.2 Deficiency Tracking

Use the QC Daily Report Module to enter and track deficiencies.

Deficiencies identified and entered into RMS by the Contractor or the Government will be sequentially numbered with a QC or QA prefix for tracking purposes. Enter each deficiency into RMS the same day that the deficiency is identified. Monitor, track and resolve all QC and QA entered deficiencies. A deficiency is not considered to be corrected until the Government indicates concurrence in RMS.

1.7.3.3 Three-Phase Control Meetings

Maintain scheduled and actual dates and times of preparatory and initial control meetings in RMS. Worksheets for the three-phase control meetings are generated within RMS.

1.7.3.4 Labor and Equipment Hours

Enter labor and equipment exposure hours on a daily basis. Roll up the labor and equipment exposure data into a monthly exposure report.

1.7.3.5 Accident/Safety Reporting

Both the Contractor and the Government enter safety related comments in RMS as a deficiency. The Contractor must monitor, track and show resolution for safety issues in the QC Daily Report area of the RMS QC Module. In addition, follow all reporting requirements for accidents and incidents as required in EM 385-1-1, Section 01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS and as required by any other applicable Federal, State or local agencies.

1.7.3.6 Definable Features of Work

Enter each feature of work, as defined in the approved CQC Plan, into the RMS QC Module. A feature of work may be associated with a single or multiple pay activities, however a pay activity is only to be linked to a single feature of work.

1.7.3.7 Activity Hazard Analysis

Import activity hazard analysis electronic document files into the RMS QC Module utilizing the document package manager.

1.7.4 Submittal Management

Enter all current submittal register data and information into RMS within seven calendar days of receiving access to the contract in RMS. The information shown on the submittal register following the specification Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES will already be entered into the RMS database when access is granted. Group electronic submittal documents into transmittal packages to send to the Government, except very large electronic files, samples, spare parts, mock ups, color boards, or where hard copies are specifically required. Track transmittals and update the submittal register in RMS on a daily basis throughout the duration of the contract. Submit hard copies of all submittals unless waived by the

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Contracting Officer.

1.7.5 Schedule

Develop a construction schedule consisting of pay activities, in accordance with Section 01 10 00 GENERAL PROVISIONS. Input and maintain in the RMS datatbase by using the Standard Data Exchange Format (SDEF).

Include an updated schedule with each pay request. Provide electronic transmittals.

1.7.6 Closeout

Closeout documents, processes and forms are managed and tracked in RMS by both the Contractor and the Government. Ensure that all closeout documents are entered, completed and documented within RMS.

1.8 IMPLEMENTATION

Use of RMS CM as described in the preceding paragraphs is mandatory.

Ensure that sufficient resources are available to maintain contract data within the RMS CM System. RMS CM is an integral part of the Contractor's required management of quality control.

1.9 NOTIFICATION OF NONCOMPLIANCE

Take corrective action within seven calendar days after receipt of notice of RMS non-compliance by the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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