W912QR20R0014-0008.pdf

Solicitation For Louisville District Operations HUBZONE Multiple Award Task Order Contracts U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Mission Boundaries

Specifications - PHASE II

Volume 2 of 2

11 March 2020

W912QR20R0014

16 October 2020

W912QR20R0014-0008

ARIMS: 200A

Disposition: Maintain for 15yrs after construction

W912QR20R0014-0008

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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

As a result of Amendment 0008, Solicitation W912QR20R0014 for the award of up to seven (7) f irm-f ixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contracts to form a Design/Build Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) to provide Construction Services for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for Civil and Military Projects primarily within the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Mission Boundaries is hereby amended as follows:

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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.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 27

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 16-Oct-2020

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 W912QR20R0014

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

11-Mar-2020

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 X is extended, 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

16-Oct-2020

CODE

U. S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, LOUISVILLE

600 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PLACE

ROOM 821

LOUISVILLE KY 40202-2239

W912QR 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912QR20R0014

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 PAGE AMDT 0008 – SUMMARY OF CHANGES

General Information:

1. ONLY THE OFFERORS WHO HAVE BEEN SELECTED TO CONTINUE TO PHASE II OF

THIS SOLICITATION ARE HEREBY INVITED TO SUBMIT PHASE II PROPOSALS.

2. The Scope of Work, Specifications, and Plans for the Sample Project are hereby issued in their entirety.

3. The due date and time for Phase II proposal submission is 1300 HRS ET on Monday, 16 November 2020.

4. As a reminder, there is not an Amendment 0003 or Amendment 0006 to this solicitation.

Section 00 10 00:

5. The Price Breakout Schedule for the MATOC Binding Rates is hereby incorporated in its entirety.

6. The Price Breakout Schedule for the Sample Project is hereby incorporated in its entirety.

Section 00 21 00:

Bidder Inquiry:

7. A new ProjNet bidder inquiry key has been added for Phase II of KJTCB7-3MECQW.

Electronic Proposal Submission Instructions:

8. The Contract Specialist has changed from Travis Dunn to Justin Bennett.

9. The minimum font size has been revised from 10 to 11.

10. 11” x 17” drawings submitted for Sub-factor 1 – Design Drawings will count as one page.

Section 00 22 16:

11. The Section 00 22 18 – Procedures for Submittal and Evaluation of Offers for Phase II is hereby added in its entirety under Section 00 22 16.

Section 00 45 00:

12. FAR Provision 52.204-24 is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety.

Section 00 70 00:

13. FAR Clause 52.204-25 is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety.

Section 00 73 00:

14. General Decision Number OH20200082 Modification 5 dated 09/25/2020 is hereby added in its entirety and is only applicable to the Sample Project.

15. The applicable provisions and clauses for the Sample Project are hereby added in their entirety.

SECTION 00 10 00 - SOLICITATION

The required response date/time has changed from 27-May-2020 01:00 PM to 16-Nov-2020 01:00 PM.

The following have been added by full text:

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE – BINDING RATES

OFFEROR'S NAME: ___________________________________________

Provide the fully burdened binding contract rates for each Discipline then multiply by the estimated hours. These rates must be utilized for all task orders awarded under the MATOC and in the Sample Project.

Base Period (Years 1-3):

Item Discipline Binding Rate Unit Estimated Units Total

0001 Project Manager $________ hours 5,778 $_____________

0002 Superintendent $________ hours 15,363 $_____________

0003 CQC Manger $________ hours 11,853 $_____________

0004 Site Safety Health Officer $________ hours 11,853 $_____________

0005 Design Project Manager $________ hours 747 $_____________

0006 Architect $________ hours 2,523 $_____________

0007 Civil Engineer $________ hours 1,776 $_____________

0008 Structural Engineer $________ hours 1,784 $_____________

0009 Mechanical Engineer $________ hours 1,793 $_____________

0010 Electrical Engineer $________ hours 1,763 $_____________

Base Total $_____________

Option Period (Years 4-5):

Item Discipline Binding Rate Unit Estimated Units Total

0001 Project Manager $________ hours 3,852 $_____________

0002 Superintendent $________ hours 10,242 $_____________

0003 CQC Manger $________ hours 7,902 $_____________

0004 Site Safety Health Officer $________ hours 7,902 $_____________

0005 Design Project Manager $________ hours 470 $_____________

0006 Architect $________ hours 1,585 $_____________

0007 Civil Engineer $________ hours 1,116 $_____________

0008 Structural Engineer $________ hours 1,121 $_____________

0009 Mechanical Engineer $________ hours 1,126 $_____________

0010 Electrical Engineer $________ hours 1,108 $_____________

Option Total $_____________

TOTAL ESTIMATED MATOC PRICE (Base plus Option) $_____________

NOTES:

Note No. 1: The hourly rate proposed on this Price Breakout Schedule will become binding upon award for the life of the MATOC Contract and must be used on each subsequent task order. Adherence to these rates will be reviewed through submittal of supporting documentation with each task order proposal, including the Sample Project. All rates will be reviewed to ensure fair and reasonable pricing

Note No. 2: The number of hours for each Discipline are estimated based on past experience and are only used to approximate the Total Estimated MATOC Price. Rates will not be re-negotiated should the level of effort exceed or not reach these estimated quantities.

Note No. 3: The hourly rates shall include direct cost, fringe benefits, and overhead, but excludes profit.

Note No. 4: The Total Evaluated Price to be used for evaluation purposes will be determined by adding the Total Estimated MATOC Price (Base plus Option) and the Total Proposal Price of the Sample Project.

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE - SAMPLE PROJECT

NOTE: This solicitation uses a Sample Project and no task order will be issued on the basis of this Price Breakout Schedule for the Sample Project. Rather, the Sample Project will be used to evaluate proposals for best value and award of the MATOCs. Offerors shall use the Sample Project to demonstrate how they will handle task order proposals in the future.

OFFEROR'S NAME: ___________________________________________

Item No. Description Unit Amount

BASE PROPOSAL

0001. Construction: All work, materials, and labor required to remove the old motor control center and replace with new in-kind motor control center and all required appurtenances in control tower.

Job $____________________

0002. Design: All work, materials, and labor required to design the new motor control center including arc flash analysis and labeling.

Job $____________________

Total Proposal $____________________

Show that you have used the fully burdened binding rates from the Base MATOC in establishing the price for this Sample Project. Provide the binding contract rates and hours below, if applicable, included in Job prices.

Discipline Binding Rate Unit Estimated Units Total

Project Manager _______ hours _______ = $___________ Superintendent _______ hours _______ = $___________ CQC Manager _______ hours _______ = $___________ Site Safety Health Officer _______ hours _______ = $___________ Design Project Manager _______ hours _______ = $___________ Architect _______ hours _______ = $___________ Civil Engineer _______ hours _______ = $___________ Structural Engineer _______ hours _______ = $___________ Mechanical Engineer _______ hours _______ = $___________ Electrical Engineer _______ hours _______ = $___________

Note No. 1: The Total Evaluated Price to be used for evaluation purposes will be determined by adding the Total Estimated MATOC Price (Base plus Option) and the Total Proposal Price of the Sample Project.

SECTION 00 21 00 - INSTRUCTIONS

The following have been modified:

BIDDER INQUIRY

OFFEROR'S QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS

Technical inquiries and questions relating to proposal procedures or bonds are to be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet at http://www.ProjNet.org/ProjNet. As noted below, offerors shall not submit their proposals via ProjNet.

Offerors shall submit their proposals in accordance with the provisions stated in the solicitation. To submit and review bid inquiry items, bidders will need to be a current registered user or self-register into system.

Solicitation: W912QR20R0014

Project: (FY20 OPSMATOC) FY20 Operations HUBZone MATOC

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Bidder Inquiry Key: KJTCB7-3MECQW ***********************************************************************AMENDMENT 0008****

Specific Instructions for ProjNet Bidder Inquiry Access:

1. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

2. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE.

3. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

4. Email. Enter the email address you would like to use for communication.

5. Select Continue. A page will then open stating a user account was not found and will ask you to create one using the provided form.

6. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Company, City, State, Phone, Email, Secret Question, Secret Answer, and Time Zone. Make sure to remember your Secret Question and Answer as they will be used from this point on to access the ProjNet system.

7. Select Add User. Once this is completed you are now registered within ProjNet and are currently logged into the system.

Specific Instructions for Future ProjNet Bidder Inquiry Access:

1. For future access to ProjNet, you will not be emailed any type of password. You will utilize your Secret

Question and Secret Answer to log in.

2. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

3. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE.

4. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

5. Email. Enter the email address you used to register previously in ProjNet.

6. Select Continue. A page will then open asking you to enter the answer to your Secret Question.

7. Enter your Secret Answer and click Login. Once this is completed you are now logged into the system.

From this page you may view all bidder inquiries or add an inquiry.

Bidders will receive an acknowledgement of their question via email, followed by an answer to their question after it has been processed by our technical team.

Offerors are requested to review the specification in its entirety and to review the Bidder Inquiry System for answers to questions prior to submission of a new inquiry.

The call center operates weekdays from 8AM to 5PM U.S. Central Time Zone (Chicago). The telephone number for the Call Center is 800-428-HELP.

Offers will NOT be publicly opened. Information concerning the status of the evaluation and/or award will NOT be available after receipt of proposals.

NOTES:

1. Offerors shall not submit their proposals via ProjNet, but in accordance with the provisions stated in the solicitation. Any questions regarding acceptable means of submitting offers shall be made directly to the Contract Specialist identified in the solicitation.

2. Government responses to technical inquiries and questions relating to proposal procedures or bonds that are submitted to ProjNet in accordance with the procedures above are not binding on the Government unless an amendment is issued on Standard Form 30. In the case of any conflicts, the solicitation governs.

Any changes or revisions to the solicitation will be made by formal amendment.

3. The ability to enter technical inquiries and questions relating to proposal procedures or bonds will be disabled ten (10) calendar days prior to the closing date stated in the solicitation. No Government responses will be entered into the ProjNet system within five (5) calendar days prior to the closing date stated in the solicitation.

ELECTRONIC PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Proposals: ALL SUBMISSIONS TO THIS PROPOSAL ANNOUNCEMENT SHALL BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH DOD SAFE. No paper copies, CD-ROMs or facsimile submissions will be accepted. Electronic Proposal 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:

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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 proposal due date.

a. Justin Bennett, Contract Specialist at Justin.K.Bennett@usace.army.mil

b. Aaron Sanford, Contracting Officer at aaron.l.sanford@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 proposal due date.

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

W912QR20R0014-FIRMNAME.

4. Click Upload button to send documents.

5. Guest users will need to check their email to verify their email address before the recipients will be notified. (Government-issued Common Access Cards (CACs) are not required).

File Size Limitations: Offerors are advised to follow the DOD SAFE instructions for uploading files. DOD SAFE supports delivery up to 8GB. If needed, Offerors are advised to break the files down into smaller sections in order to upload it to the system. In such cases, please divide the sections as logically as possible and be sure to clearly name the files as specified below.

File Naming Convention: To ensure your submission is received and processed appropriately, it is important that interested parties CAREFULLY ensure their electronic files adhere to the following naming convention:

• W912QR20R0014-FIRMNAME-VOLUME I

• W912QR20R0014-FIRMNAME-VOLUME II

Each file name shall begin with the solicitation number followed by the firm’s name and a brief file description.

Please see examples above.

****AMENDMENT 0008*********************************************************************** File Organization: Although hard copies are not accepted, each file shall be clearly indexed, and logically assembled. Font size shall be 11 or larger. Pages shall be letter sized (larger page sizes (such as 11x17 fold-outs, etc.) will be counted as two pages except for any 11” x 17” drawings submitted for Sub-factor 1 – Design Drawings that will count as one page each. Proposals shall be in a narrative format, organized and titled so that each section of the proposal follows the order and format of the factors. Information presented should be organized so as to pertain to only the evaluation factor in the section that the information is presented. Information pertaining to more than one evaluation factor should be repeated in the each section for each factor.

https://safe.apps.mil/ https://safe.apps.mil/about.php mailto:aaron.l.sanford@usace.army.mil

Upload Completion & Deadline: Interested parties shall submit responses no later than the date specified on the solicitation document. The time & date of proposal receipt will be the upload completion / delivery time & date recorded within DOD SAFE site. Do not assume that electronic submission will occur instantaneously. Large files (e.g. 10MB or more) will take some time to upload. Offerors should time their upload effort with prudence by not waiting until the last few minutes—this will allow for unexpected delays in the transmittal process. Offerors are encouraged to keep a copy of the upload confirmation for their record. Submissions after the deadline will be considered late and will be processed in accordance with FAR 15.208.

Electronic Files: Files shall be in their native format (i.e. doc, xls, ppt, etc.), or if in pdf format, shall be in searchable text. Text and graphics portfolios of the electronic copies shall be in a format readable by Microsoft Office or Adobe applications. Data submitted in a spreadsheet format shall be readable by MS Excel (all cells and formulas should be unlocked).

Any information, presented in a proposal that the Offeror wants safeguarded from disclosure to other parties must be identified and labeled in accordance with the requirements of Provision “FAR 52.215-1, Instructions to Offerors – Competitive Acquisition (Jan 2017),” subparagraph (e), which is found in “Section 00 21 00 – Instructions” of the solicitation. The Government will endeavor to honor the restrictions against release requested by Offerors, to the extent permitted under United States law and regulations.

SECTION 00 22 16 - SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS

The following have been added by full text:

SECTION 00 22 18 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMITTAL AND EVALUATION OF OFFERS FOR PHASE II

1. Overview

1.1 The intent of this solicitation is to select up to seven (7) contractors for a firm-fixed-price Multiple Award

Task Order Contract (MATOC) for primarily Design/Bid/Build (D/B/B) and Design/Build (D/B) Construction Activities for the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Mission Boundaries.

1.2 This is a two-phase procurement. Following completion of the evaluation of Phase I, up to a maximum of ten (10) most highly qualified offerors will be selected to participate in Phase II. The selected offerors for Phase II will be invited to submit the information described in this Section 00 22 18, Procedures for Submittal and Evaluation of Offers for Phase II, for review and evaluation by the Government.

1.3 This sample project is for the Replacement of the Motor Control Center (MCC) Project at West Fork Lake, Hamilton County, Cincinnati, Ohio. The cost range is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

1.4 The basis of award is the Best Value Trade-Off process. Following completion of the Phase II evaluation, the Contracting Officer will award a maximum of seven (7) firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite (IDIQ) contracts to the responsible offerors whom the Source Selection Authority (SSA) determines conform to the solicitation, are fair and reasonable, and offer the best overall value to the Government, all factors considered. The Government reserves the right to accept other than the lowest priced offers or to reject all offers. For Phase II submittals, requirements stated in this RFP are minimums.

NOTE: The rating information from Phase I will not be considered in Phase II or in the final selection.

2. Submittal of Offers

2.1 Offerors submitting proposals for this project should limit submissions to data essential for evaluation of proposals so that a minimum of time and monies will have been expended in preparing information required herein. However, in order to be effectively and equitably evaluated, the proposals must include information sufficiently detailed to clearly describe the offeror’s technical information, and management capabilities necessary for successful completion of the project. For the Phase II submittals, requirements stated in this RFP are minimums. Innovative, creative or cost-saving proposals that meet or exceed the requirements are encouraged and will be rated accordingly. Proposals should follow in the order of sequence set forth in the RFP. Information provided out of sequence may not be evaluated and may result in the offeror’s disqualification from award.

2.2 Offerors shall submit their proposals in accordance with the ELECTONIC PROPOSAL

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS no later than the time and date specified in Section 00 10 00 of Standard Form 30.

2.3 The Government is using a two-phase procurement approach for this design/build Indefinite Delivery

Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Task Order Contracts (MATOC). For Phase II, offerors are required to submit a proposal consisting of the information identified in paragraphs 2.4 and 2.5 below. All proposal materials shall be submitted in accordance with the ELECTONIC PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS. Phase II proposal sections should parallel the submission requirements identified herein.

2.4 Volume I for Phase II shall be submitted in accordance with the ELECTONIC PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS and include the following information:

• Volume I – Factor I: Design / Technical o Sub-factor 1 – Design Drawings o Sub-factor 2 – Design Narrative

• Volume I – Factor II: Management Approach o Sub-factor 1 – Schedule Narrative o Sub-factor 2 – Management Plan

NOTE: Volume I shall be submitted in accordance with the “File Naming Convention” and “File Organization” paragraphs of the ELECTONIC PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to place the required submission information under the appropriate tab (factor or sub-factor) may result in a lower rating if the evaluators cannot readily find the appropriate information. Any specified page limits will be strictly adhered to and enforced. Information submitted which exceeds the specified limit will not be evaluated.

2.5 Volume II for Phase II shall be submitted in accordance with the ELECTONIC PROPOSAL

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS and include the following information:

• Volume II – Tab A: Standard Form 30 and Price Breakout Schedules (Sample Project and Binding Rates)

NOTE: Volume II, with the Price Breakout Schedule for the Sample Project and the Price Breakout Schedule for the Binding Rates, shall be submitted in accordance with the “File Naming Convention” and “File Organization” paragraphs of the ELECTONIC PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS.

Failure to place the required submission information under the appropriate tab (factor or sub-factor) may result in a lower rating if the evaluators cannot readily find the appropriate information.

3. Proposal Evaluation Process

3.1 A Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB) comprised of representatives of the U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers will evaluate the proposals. Offerors are advised that the technical evaluation and rating of proposals will be conducted in strict confidence. Technical/quality proposals will be reviewed and rated without knowledge of the price offered. The number and identities of offerors will not be revealed to anyone who is not involved in the evaluation and award process or to other offerors. Proposals will be evaluated based on the factors described herein, and the basis of award is the Best Value Trade-Off Process, as stated in paragraph 1.4 above.

3.2 The evaluation process for Phase II essentially consists of four parts: proposal compliance review, technical evaluation, price evaluation, and cost/technical trade-off analysis.

3.2.1 Proposal Compliance Review: This is an initial review to ensure that all required forms and certifications are complete and that both a technical and price proposal were received.

3.2.2 Technical Evaluation: The SSEB will evaluate and rate the proposals against the Phase II RFP requirements. The factors will be rated using an adjectival-based system.

3.2.3 Price Evaluation: The SSEB and SSA will evaluate price proposals independent of the technical evaluation.

The SSEB will not have access to price information until completion of the technical evaluation.

3.2.4 Cost/Technical Trade-off Analysis: After all above evaluations and reviews are complete, the SSA will compare the relative advantages and disadvantages of technical proposals and compare prices. The SSA will then consider all factors to select the proposals offering the best value to the Government.

4. Phase II Proposal Information and Related Evaluation Factors

4.1 Phase II proposals will be evaluated in accordance with the factors and sub-factors below, listed in relative order of importance. All technical evaluation factors and sub-factors, other than cost or price, when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price. Offerors are reminded to include their best technical approach in their initial offer and not to automatically assume that they will have an opportunity to participate in discussions or be asked to submit a revised offer. The Government may make award of a conforming proposal without discussions, if deemed to be within the best interest of the Government.

4.2 Volume I – Factor I: Design / Technical 1st

Sub-factor 1 – Design Drawings equal to Sub-factor 2 Sub-factor 2 – Design Narrative equal to Sub-factor 1

4.3 Volume I – Factor II: Management Approach 2nd

Sub-factor 1 – Schedule Narrative 1st Sub-factor 2 – Management Plan 2nd

4.4 Volume II – Price and Pro Forma Information

Tab A Standard Form 30 and Price Breakout Schedules Not Rated

4.5 Ratings:

Evaluators will apply the adjectival rating for the definition that most closely matches the evaluation.

Technical Assessment Ratings Adjectival Rating Description

Outstanding Proposal indicates an exceptional approach and understanding of the requirements and contains multiple strengths and risk of unsuccessful performance is low.

Good Proposal indicates a thorough approach and understanding of the requirements and contains at least one strength, and risk of unsuccessful performance is low to moderate.

Acceptable

Proposal meets requirements and indicates an adequate approach and understanding of the requirements, and risk of unsuccessful performance is no worse than moderate.

Marginal Proposal has not demonstrated an adequate approach and understanding of the requirements, and/or risk of unsuccessful performance is high.

Unacceptable Proposal does not meet requirements of the solicitation, and thus, contains one or more deficiencies, and/or risk of unsuccessful performance is unacceptable.

Proposal is un-awardable.

4.6 Definitions:

1. Deficiency. A material failure of a proposal to meet a Government requirement or a combination of significant weaknesses in a proposal that increases the risk of unsuccessful contract performance to an unacceptable level. See FAR 15.001.

2. Strength. An aspect of an offerors’ proposal that has merit or exceeds specified performance or capability requirements in a way that will be advantageous to the Government during contract performance.

3. Significant Strength. An aspect of an offerors’ proposal that has appreciable merit or appreciably exceeds specified performance or capability requirements in a way that will be appreciably advantageous to the Government during contract performance.

4. Weakness. A flaw in the proposal that increases the risk of unsuccessful contract performance. See

FAR 15.001.

5. Significant Weakness. A flaw in the proposal that appreciably increases the risk of unsuccessful contract performance. See FAR 15.001.

6. Uncertainty. Any aspect of a non-cost/price factor proposal for which the intent of the offeror is unclear (e.g., more than one way to interpret the offer or inconsistencies in the proposal indicating that there may have been an error, omission or mistake).

7. Clarification. Limited exchanges between the Government and offerors that may occur when award without discussions is contemplated. See FAR 15.306(a)(1).

8. Adverse Past Performance. Past performance information that supports a less than satisfactory rating on any evaluation.

5. Volume I – Factor I: Design / Technical

5.1 Submission Requirements:

5.1.1 Sub-factor 1 – Design Drawings

Submit ANSI D half size scalable to fit 11” x 17” sheets. The proposed design drawings shall provide the information as follows:

BUILDING FUNCTION

Include the following:

• Floor Plans

• Site Plan with all features

NOTE: There is a limit of 15 drawings for the Design Drawings sub-factor using 11” x 17” sheets. All information must be clearly legible. Any information that is not clearly legible may result in a lower rating if the evaluators cannot readily find the appropriate information.

5.1.2 Sub-factor 2 – Design Narrative

Provide a clear and concise narrative describing the project, while specifically addressing the following site and building features:

• Architectural including Roofing System

• Mechanical

• Structural

• Site Work / Utility Connections & Routing

• AT/FP

NOTE: There is a limit of ten (10) single sided, 8.5” x 11” pages, using a minimum font size of 11 and a minimum margin of one-half inch on all sides, for the Design Narrative sub-factor.

*Proposals SHALL address each bullet point for Sub-Factor 1 – Design Drawings and Sub-Factor 2

– Design Narrative or the proposal will be considered deficient and rated Unacceptable.

5.2 Evaluation Criteria:

5.2.1 Sub-factor 1 – Design Drawings

Design Drawings will be reviewed for thoroughness, functionality, quality of materials, and an understanding of the project requirements. Drawings that exceed the minimum requirements may receive additional consideration.

5.2.2 Sub-factor 2 – Design Narrative:

The Design Narrative will be evaluated for completeness and thoroughness, by including the building features of the RFP as outlined in the Statement of Work. Proposals that demonstrate a complete understanding of the project requirements in the Statement of Work, may receive additional consideration.

6. Volume I – Factor II: Management Approach

6.1 Submission Requirements:

6.1.1 Sub-factor 1 – Schedule Narrative

Based on the project budget and scope, provide a schedule narrative describing the construction sequence / process for successful completion of each phase of the project (Design, Construction, Commissioning and Close-Out) within the duration shown in Section 00 70 00, FAR Clause 52.211-10. Offerors may propose a shorter duration for completion, but Government review times shall not be shortened. The Schedule Narrative shall address the major construction milestones and tasks indicated below:

• Design Phase / Packages

• Fast Tracking (if utilized)

• Pre-Construction Submittals and Review

• Long Lead Items

• Red Zone Meeting

• As-Builts

• Work in occupied buildings/Phasing

NOTE: There is a page limit of ten (10) single sided, 8.5” x 11” pages, using a minimum font size of 11 and a minimum margin of one-half inch on all sides for the Schedule Narrative sub-factor.

6.1.2 Sub-factor 2 – Management Plan

Provide a management plan narrative for the project that describes how your labor, resources, designers, subcontractors and material suppliers will be managed, supervised, coordinated and used to ensure successful completion of the project. Additionally, the Management Plan shall address the following information:

• Identify significant areas of risk and provide your plan for mitigating risk during contract performance.

• Describe your process for managing, coordinating and tracking changes that arise during the design and construction phases.

• Provide an organizational chart for this project showing home office support, on-site management and the responsible chain of command. Joint venture offerors must show the respective areas of responsibility for each partner. Clearly delineate on-site from off-site personnel on the organizational chart.

NOTE: There is a page limit of ten (10) single sided, 8.5” x 11” pages, using a minimum font size of 11 and a minimum margin of one-half inch on all sides for the Management Plan sub-factor.

*Proposals SHALL address each bullet point for Sub-Factor 1 – Schedule Narrative and Sub-Factor 2 – Management Plan or the proposal will be considered deficient and rated unacceptable.

6.2 Evaluation Criteria:

6.2.1 Sub-factor 1 – Schedule Narrative

The narrative will be evaluated based on the understanding of events identified in paragraph 6.1.1 above and the offeror’s capability to complete the schedule within the contract duration. Narratives that demonstrate a clear understanding of the schedule impacts of the major milestones and tasks and provide a thorough approach for successfully completing the contract within the contract duration may be rated more favorably by the SSEB.

NOTE: The SSEB will evaluate the offeror’s schedule narrative using calendar days, not dates.

6.2.2 Sub-factor 2 – Management Plan

Plans will be evaluated based on the level of understanding of the work and the involvement the contractor will have in the management, oversight, control, and coordination of the work performed during construction of the project. Plans will also be evaluated based on the level of understanding of project risks and the approach for minimizing these risks. The offeror’s organizational chart will be evaluated based on the clarity, adequacy, capabilities and strengths for managing a successful project. Plans that demonstrate a clear understanding of the project requirements and provide a thorough approach for successfully managing the project may be rated more favorably by the SSEB.

7. Volume II – Price and Proforma Information (Submit in a separate electronic file).

7.1 Tab A – Standard Form 30 and Proposal Price Breakout Schedule.

7.1.1 Submission Requirements:

The offeror shall complete and submit Standard Form 30 and the Proposal Price Breakout Schedules (Sample Project and Binding Rates). Both of the Price Breakout Schedules are included in Section 00 10 00 of this solicitation.

7.1.2 Evaluation Criteria:

The Total Evaluated Price to be used for evaluation purposes will be determined by adding the Total Estimated MATOC Price (Base plus Option) and the Total Proposal Price of the Sample Project. Offerors must complete all of the Price Breakout information for the purpose of evaluation. The price for the Sample Project, as well as the binding rates that make up the Total Estimated MATOC Price, will be reviewed by the SSEB and Contracting Officer/SSA for fairness and reasonableness through the use of price analysis. Price will also be checked for unbalancing of line items. Offerors are cautioned to distribute costs appropriately. The SSEB and Contracting Officer/ SSA will also confirm that the proposed binding rates are used for the Sample Project. Proposed prices that do not utilize the proposed binding rates will be considered Unacceptable.

SECTION 00 45 00 - REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (AUG 2020)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services--Representation, or in paragraph (v) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision-

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition.

(1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L.

115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to--

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L.

115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to--

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services."

(d) Representations. The Offeror represents that--

(1) It [ ] will, [ ] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds "will" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that--

It [ ] does, [ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds "does" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.

(e) Disclosures.

(1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "will" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment--

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services--

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "does" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment--

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services--

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(End of provision)

The following have been deleted:

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and

Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

DEC 2019

SECTION 00 70 00 - CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

The following have been added by reference:

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

AUG 2020

The following have been deleted:

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

AUG 2019

SECTION 00 73 00 - SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

SAMPLE PROJECT PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES

52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 180 calendar days. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

(End of clause)

52.211-12 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES--CONSTRUCTION (SEP 2000)

(a) If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time specified in the contract, the Contractor shall pay liquidated damages to the Government in the amount of $350 for each calendar day of delay until the work is completed or accepted.

(b) If the Government terminates the Contractor's right to proceed, liquidated damages will continue to accrue until the work is completed. These liquidated damages are in addition to excess costs of repurchase under the Termination clause.

52.222-23 NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ENSURE EQUAL

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSTRUCTION (FEB 1999)

(a) The offeror's attention is called to the Equal Opportunity clause and the Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction clause of this solicitation.

(b) The goals for minority and female participation, expressed in percentage terms for the Contractor's aggregate workforce in each trade on all construction work in the covered area, are as follows:

Goals for minority participation for each trade

Goals for female participation for each trade

11.0% 6.9%

These goals are applicable to all the Contractor's construction work performed in the covered area. If the Contractor performs construction work in a geographical area located outside of the covered area, the Contractor shall apply the goals established for the geographical area where the work is actually performed. Goals are published periodically in the Federal Register in notice form, and these notices may be obtained from any Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs office.

(c) The Contractor's compliance with Executive Order 11246, as amended, and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4 shall be based on (1) its implementation of the Equal Opportunity clause, (2) specific affirmative action obligations required by the clause entitled "Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction,'' and (3) its efforts to meet the goals. The hours of minority and female employment and training must be substantially uniform throughout the length of the contract, and in each trade. The Contractor shall make a good faith effort to employ minorities and women evenly on each of its projects. The transfer of minority or female employees or trainees from Contractor to Contractor, or from project to project, for the sole purpose of meeting the Contractor's goals shall be a violation of the contract, Executive Order 11246, as amended, and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4. Compliance with the goals will be measured against the total work hours performed.

(d) The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Federal Contract Compliance, U.S. Department of Labor, within 10 working days following award of any construction subcontract in excess of $10,000 at any tier for construction work under the contract resulting from this solicitation. The notification shall list the --

(1) Name, address, and telephone number of the subcontractor;

(2) Employer's identification number of the subcontractor;

(3) Estimated dollar amount of the subcontract;

(4) Estimated starting and completion dates of the subcontract; and

(5) Geographical area in which the subcontract is to be performed.

(e) As used in this Notice, and in any contract resulting from this solicitation, the "covered area" is the State of Ohio, county of Hamilton, and city of Cincinnati.

(End of provision)

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 by NONE.

(b) Weather conditions: The Contractor shall make their own investigations as to weather conditions at the site. Data may be obtained from various National Weather Service offices located generally at airports of principal cities, the nearest to this project being:

(c) Transportation facilities: Access ways shall be investigated by the Contractor to satisfy himself as to their existence and allowable use.

(d) Historical data for all areas may be obtained from:

U. S. Department of Commerce National Climatic Center Federal Building Asheville, N. C. 28801

52.236-14 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES (APR 1984)

(a) The Government shall make all reasonably required amounts of utilities available to the Contractor from existing outlets and supplies, as specified in the contract.