16-R-0001-0002.pdf

W91ZRS-16-R-0001-0002

0010792976-0001

Design and construction (Design-Build) of Project 090071, Title: Civil Support Team (CST) Ready Building at Camp Hartell, Windsor Locks, CT.

This Design-Build project scope of w ork includes, but is not limited to, site improvements, utilities, demolition and new construction. The

Readiness Center is programmed to be 23,759 SF, permanent type construction, to serve the peace-time missions of the assigned unit. The space w ill consist of office areas, administration areas, communications rooms, equipment and supply storage, and housing of specialized w heeled vehicles and trailers. The project consists of site w ork, roadw ay, parking, utility and other infrastructure improvements in support of the new facility. The project w ill achieve at least a LEED Silver certif ication. This procurement action is being solicited as a total Small

Business Set-aside using the tw o-phase design build selection procedures authorized by FAR 36.3. The North American Industry

Classif ication (NAICS) Code is 236220 The Size Standard for Small Business is $36.5M average annual revenue. The estimated cost range per DFAR 236.204 is $10M to $25M.

OLIVER B GAGNE 8603864042

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS

NEGOTIATED

05-Apr-2016

(RFP)

(IFB)

X

CALL:

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID

3. DATE ISSUED

9. FOR INFORMATION A. NAME

SOLICITATION

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

11. The Contractor shall begin performance w ithin _______10 calendar days and complete it w ithin ________545 calendar days after receiving aw ard, X notice to proceed. This performance period is X mandatory, negotiable. (See _________________________

12 A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

X YES NO

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in original and __________3 copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specif ied in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________15 Jul 2016 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time.

shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee X is, is not required.

C. All of fers are subject to the (1) w ork requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than _______60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due w ill not be considered and w ill be rejected.

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE

US PROPERTY AND FISCAL OFFICE FOR CT

360 BROAD STREET

HARTFORD CT 06105-3706

W91ZRS

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1 OF

CODE W91ZRS

(Title, identifying no., date):

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

02:00 PM (hour)

Sealed envelopes containing offers

USPFO FOR CONNECTICUT CP HARTELL P&C

580 NORTH STREET BLDG P123

WINDSOR LOCKS CT 06096

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 6. PROJECT NO.

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If Other Than Item 7)

8603864070FAX:TEL: 8603864109 TEL: 860.386.4109 FAX: 860.386.4070

20B. SIGNATURE

(REV. 4-85)STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK

TO SIGN

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Continued)

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the w ork required at the prices specified below in strict accordance w ith the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in w riting w ithin ________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

the minimum requirements stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

AMOUNTS SEE SCHEDULE OF PRICES

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN

OFFER (Type or print)

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN ITEM

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

CODE

(Insert any number equal to or greater than

20C. OFFER DATE

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

CODE27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY:26. ADMINISTERED BY

(Include ZIP Code)14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

See Item 14

(Include only if different than Item 14)16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

30B. SIGNATURE

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

document and return _______ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees Your of f er on this solicitation, is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award con-to f urnish and deliv er all items or perf orm all work, requisitions identif ied summates the contract, which consists of (a) the Gov ernment solicitation and on this f orm and any continuation sheets f or the consideration stated in this y our of f er, and (b) this contract award. No f urther contractual document is contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be necessary .

gov erned by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certif ications, and specif ications or incorporated by ref er-ence in or attached to this contract.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30C. DATE

(Type or print)

TEL: EMAIL:

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31C. AWARD DATE

BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

(M ust be fully completed by offeror)OFFER

W91ZRS-16-R-0001

Section 00010 - Solicitation Contract Form

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job Design Build Construction - CST

FFP

There is a cost limitation, see SECTION 00010 3. Notes H.

FOB: Destination

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: 0010792976-0001

NET AMT

SOLICITATION CONTRACT FORM

Section 00010 - Solicitation Contract Form

SOLICITATION CONTRACT FORM

1. TABLE OF CONTENTS

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD SF 1442 and SF 1442 BACK SECTION 00010 - PRICING SCHEDULE (To be provided with Phase Two Amendment)

SECTION 00010 - NOTES

SECTION 00100 - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

SECTION 00110 - PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 00120 - PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND BASIS FOR AWARD

SECTION 00600 - REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

SECTION 00700 - CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION 00800 - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

2. ATTACHMENT 1 – CRITERIA PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS (To be provided with Phase Two Amendment) ATTACHMENT 2- WAGE DETERMINATION(S) - to be provided with Phase Two Amendment- See section

00100 for solicitation. Wage determination applicable at time of award will be inserted into award document.

ATTACHMENT 3- Question and Answer Document to be inserted at time of award

ATTACHMENT 4 Contractors Proposal dated to include all revisions is hereby incorporated into award to be inserted at time of award

EXHIBIT A- Performance Information Form EXHIBIT B- Subcontractor Information and Consent Form EXHIBIT C- Sample transmittal letter and Performance Questionnaire EXHIBIT D- Cost Breakdown Form (To be provided with Phase Two Amendment) EXHIBIT E- Betterments and Deviations Schedule (To be provided with Phase Two Amendment) EXHIBIT F- Proposal Inquiry Format

3. NOTES

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

B. This procurement is being solicited using the Two Phase solicitation process authorized by FAR 36.3. This process requires potential contractors to submit their past performance, basic technical approach and capability information initially for review and consideration by the Government. Following the review, evaluation, and rating of these proposals, the Government intends to select three, but no less than two and not to exceed five, of the highest rated contractors to receive the technical requirements package and to participate in the Phase Two process of this solicitation. All offerors will be notified of their selection/non-selection to Phase Two. The names of the offerors selected to participate in Phase Two will be published on the Federal Business Opportunities website, http://www.fbo.gov

C. Reference Contract Clause 252.236-7008, CONTRACT PRICES – BIDDING SCHEDULES (DEC 1991). The term “Bidding Schedule” shall also be construed to mean “Offer Schedule” or “Schedule”. The terms “bid” and “offer”, and “bidder” and “offeror” shall be construed as having the same meaning in this solicitation and resulting contract.

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

E. For all those contractors who compete in both Phase One and Phase Two, the contractor’s proposal shall be defined as all information that was submitted in response to the requirements of both phases of the solicitation.

F. CLINS (Line Item Schedule) will be provided in the Phase Two Amendment. If applicable, CLINS that are identified as Options are to be considered Government desired betterments. These options shall be priced for the proposal to be considered complete. Failure to price, or indicate “no cost” the Government options may result in elimination from the competition.

F. E-mail/ facsimile transmission of proposal is not authorized.

G. Portions of this solicitation that apply only to Phase One will be eliminated in the Phase Two amendment and are hereby incorporated by reference.

H. Reference DFARS Provision 252.236-7006, Cost Limitation. There is a $ 10,155,000 limitation on the entire project.

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

CLIN INSPECT AT INSPECT BY ACCEPT AT ACCEPT BY

0001 N/A N/A N/A Government

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC

0001 N/A N/A N/A N/A

Section 00100 - Bidding Schedule/Instructions to Bidders

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. SCOPE:

1.1. You are invited to submit a proposal in response to our Request for Proposal (RFP) W91ZRS-16-R-0001 entitled CST Ready Building Project Number 090071 at Camp Hartell, Windsor Locks, CT. This project is to provide design and construction of permanent type construction consisting of office areas, administration areas, communications rooms, equipment and supply storage and housing of specialized wheeled vehicles and trailers. As a result of this Solicitation, the Government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value after evaluation in accordance with the factors and sub-factors in this solicitation.

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

1.3. This solicitation is for the design, permitting, site preparation, construction and commissioning of the facility in accordance with the accepted proposal. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to the design and construction of a new approximately 23,759 SF, permanent type construction, to serve the peace-time missions of the assigned unit. The space will consist of office areas, administration areas, communications rooms, equipment and supply storage, and housing of specialized wheeled vehicles and trailers. The space will permit all personnel to perform the necessary tasks that will maintain and sustain the Units readiness posture. The project consists of site work, roadway, parking, utility and other infrastructure improvements in support of the new facility. The project will achieve at least a LEED Silver certification. Design and construction shall comply with the specifications and requirements contained in the RFP. Sections 0110 and 0120 provide details on price proposal requirements and evaluation.

1.3.1. Design and construction shall comply with the specifications and requirements contained in the RFP.

1.4. Two (2) Phase Design-Build Solicitation Process.

1.4.1. This procurement is being solicited using the Two-Phase solicitation process authorized by FAR 36.3.

As part of Phase One, potential contractors shall submit their past performance, basic technical approach and capability information for review and consideration by the Government. Following the review, evaluation, and rating of these proposals, the Government intends to select three (3), but not less than two (2) and not to exceed five (5), of the highest rated contractors to receive a Phase Two Amendment. Phase Two offerors shall provide a technical and price proposal for consideration by the Government. The Government will review the technical and price proposals of the Phase Two offerors. Evaluations will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 15 and the evaluation criteria set out in Section 00120 – PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND BASIS FOR AWARD. The final evaluation rating used for comparison, selection, and award will reflect both the Phase One and Phase Two ratings and evaluations. Price information, provided during Phase Two, will not be rated but will be evaluated in response to the requirements set out in this section and Section 00120 price evaluation.

1.4.2. Firms formally organized as design/build entities, or design firms and construction contractors that have associated specifically for this project may submit proposals. For the purpose of this solicitation, no distinction is made between formally organized design/build entities and project-specific design/build associations. Both are referred to as the design/build offeror, (or simply "offeror"), or the design/build contractor, (or simply "Contractor"), after award of a contract. All designs must be accomplished under the direct supervision of licensed professionals registered in the appropriate technical disciplines, and meeting other certification and licensing requirements specified in the request for proposal.

1.4.3. All offerors will be notified of their selection and/or non-selection to Phase Two. The names of the offerors selected to participate in Phase Two will be published in the Federal Business Opportunities website, http://www.fbo.gov .

1.5. Phase One and Two of this RFP has been developed based on the specific criteria as defined by and in accordance with the Army National Guard Design Objectives and Procedures for Design Build Projects, dated 01 December 2003. The design is developed to approximately 15 %. This will include the following conceptual building floor plan, roof plan, elevations, building cross section and site plan, with approximate dimensions. Also included is a bridging document containing an existing topographic survey, existing utility plan, geotechnical report, interim facilities plan, and local standards document. These documents will be made available to the selected offerors as part of the Phase Two Amendment.

1.6. PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE:

1.6.1. A Phase Two pre-proposal conference will be conducted on 13 June 2016 at 11:00 AM Eastern, for the purpose of briefing on the Phase Two proposal requirements, answering questions regarding this solicitation and conducting a site visit. Site visits will not be available at any other times prior to close of the Phase Two proposals. Interested Contractors are encouraged to attend the scheduled pre-proposal conference and site visit and it is strongly recommended that they bring members of their intended design and construction team to this conference.

1.6.2. Offerors will be notified of date and time. Offerors selected to participate in Phase Two will be afforded the opportunity to investigate the project site with their team members at dates/times arranged by the contracting officer. Offerors selected for Phase Two will be given an opportunity to meet with Government personnel for the sole purpose of reviewing the criteria to ensure there is a mutual understanding of the requirements. This will be conducted with offerors individually. During this review the Government shall not comment on offerors potential approaches to the project.

1.6.3. Due to security conditions, all Offerors must register to attend this conference. To enter the base, individuals must have a picture identification card available when entering the front gate. Email the following information for all attendees:

Firm/Company Name and Telephone Number Name, , Telephone Number, and E-mail addresses of all Attendees.

Vehicle Information: Make, model, color, year, license plate number

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 Installation Security Forces who will authorize your entrance to the site.

1.6.3 Offerors are requested to submit questions for the conference to the contracting office at ng.ct.ctarng.list.pc-sn-w91zrs-16-r-0001@mail.mil, not later than 3 business days prior to conference. Information provided at this conference 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 are amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgement and receipt of solicitation amendments shall apply.

1.6.4 A record of the conferences shall be made and furnished to all prospective offerors via posting to http://www.fbo.gov The record will include minutes of the meeting, list of attendees, including questions (on a non-attribution basis) and answers. At the Contracting Officer’s option these may be distributed to Phase Two offerors via email. Offerors will be required to acknowledge receipt.

1.7 FORMAL COMMUNICATION, OFFEROR EXPLANATIONS:

1.7.1 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.

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

Subject Line: Reference No. W91ZRS-16-R-0001 Email: ng.ct.ctarng.list.pc-sn-w91zrs-16-r-0001@mail.mil

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

1.7.3 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.

1.7.4 Any interpretations made will be in the form of an amendment of the solicitation, drawings, specifications, etc., and will be furnished to all prospective offerors via posting to our web site at:

http://www.fbo.gov At the Contracting Officer’s option these may be distributed to Phase Two offerors via email.

Offerors will be required to acknowledge receipt.

1.7.4.1 Receipt by the offeror must be acknowledged in the space provided on the SF 1442 or by returning a signed copy of the amendment by the time set for receipt of proposals. Explanations or instructions given in a form other than an amendment to the solicitation shall not be binding. Questions (on a non-attribution basis) and answers shall be furnished to all prospective offerors via the web site.

1.7.5 Effective May 29, 2012 Government systems such as CCR and ORCA (on-line representations and certifications) migrated to in 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.

1.7.6 For security reasons, all technical and engineering data related to this solicitation may 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:

1.7.6.1 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 a MPIN are advised that the normal processing is 7 to 15 business days to obtain a 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.

1.7.7 In Phase Two, the government reserves the right to provide information directly to the participants of the Phase Two process.

1.8 AMENDMENTS PRIOR TO DATE SET FOR RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS:

1.8.1 The right is reserved, as the interest of the Government may require, to revise or amend, the solicitation, specifications and/or drawings, prior to and/or after the date set for receipt of proposals, as necessary.

Such changes, 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 other information applicable prior to the date set for receipt of proposals will be posted on the following website: http://www.fbo.gov for Phase One and at the Contracting Officer’s option these may be distributed to Phase Two offerors via email. Offerors will be required to acknowledge receipt.

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

1.8.3 In Phase Two, the government reserves the right to provide information directly to the participants of the Phase Two process.

1.9 HAND CARRIED PROPOSALS/INVITATIONS:

1.9.1 A bid repository is provided for hand carried proposals and is located at Building P-123, 580 North Street, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096. Hand carried proposals must be deposited in the repository prior to the time established for receipt of proposals. Repository is able to receive full size plans.

1.9.2 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 1.63 above for entry. Delays are probable at the entry point and should be accommodated for. Late receipt of proposals due to entry delays may not be deemed excusable and the proposal may be declared “late” in accordance with FAR 15.208 by the Contracting Officer.

1.10 WAGE DETERMINATION: (Applicable to Phase 2 Only)

1.10.1 Davis Bacon Wage Rates are applicable to this project. Current prevailing wage determination(s) at time of issuance of solicitation is General Decision Number: CT160021 01/15/2016 CT21.

1.10.2 In the event the current prevailing Wage Determination is changed by the Department of Labor prior to closing date of the Phase Two portion of this solicitation it is the offeror’s responsibility to insure the most recent determination is used in preparing the proposal. An Amendment will not be issued prior to closing to change Wage Determination dates and/or numbers.

1.10.3 Should the wage rate change after closing, but prior to award, the updated Wage Determination will be incorporated by amendment and issued to all offerors that have not been eliminated from the competition. If applicable, these offerors/contractors will be given an opportunity to provide revised proposals solely to amend proposals due to Wage Determination changes. If the wage determination modification does not change any effected wage rates then the provisions of FAR 22.404-5(c)(4) will apply.

1.10.4 Applicable wage rates can be found at http://www.wdol.gov/dba.aspx

1.11 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.

1.12 A/E FIRM INELIGIBLE TO COMPETE:

In accordance with FAR 9.505-2(b)(1) and (2), the A/E firms, AECOM, and their subcontractors, preparers of the technical documents for this RFP, have been determined to be ineligible to compete for the design/build contract to be awarded via this solicitation.

1.13 Not Used

1.14. REMOVAL OF SECTIONS AT TIME OF AWARD.

Sections 00100, 00110, 00120, and 00600 will be physically removed from the resulting award, but will be deemed to be incorporated by reference in the award.

1.15. DISPOSITION OF UNSUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS:

In compliance with FAR Subpart 4.8, the Government will retain one copy of all unsuccessful proposals. The Government will destroy extra copies of unsuccessful proposals. No destruction certificate will be provided.

1.16. INFORMATION REGARDING AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES

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

1.17. EXCEPTIONS: If the offeror takes exception to any of the requirements specified in this solicitation, the offeror shall clearly identify each such exception and include a complete explanation of why the exception was taken and what benefit accrues to the Government. All exceptions to the solicitation requirements (Section 00010 through 00800) and supporting rationale shall be included in an addendum to the proposal and clearly labeled "Exceptions". An addendum is only required if the offeror takes exception to any requirement in the solicitation.

(The Addendum does not have a page limitation, but shall only include information relevant to exceptions taken to the solicitation requirements.) The Government will assume an offeror takes no exceptions to any solicitation requirement if the offeror does not submit an Addendum identifying exceptions. Offerors are advised that solicitation requirements are not necessarily negotiable and such exceptions may render an offeror's proposal unacceptable and ineligible for award.

1.18. CLAUSES

1.18.1. Clauses and provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supplements thereto are incorporated in this document by reference or in full text. Those incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text.

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

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 00110 - SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS

1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS.

1.1. Proposal Preparation Instructions.

1.1.1. Inasmuch as the proposal will describe the capability of the offeror to perform any resultant contract, as well as describe its understanding of the requirements of the Statement of Work, it should be specific and complete in every detail. The proposal should be prepared simply and economically, providing straightforward, concise delineation of capabilities to satisfactorily perform the contract being sought. The proposal should therefore be practical, legible, clear and coherent.

1.1.2. These instructions prescribe the required format for proposals, and describe the approach for the development and presentation of the proposal data. They are designed to ensure the submission of necessary information to provide for the understanding and comprehensive evaluation of proposals. Carefully review this section prior to commencing proposal preparation. All solicitation amendments must be acknowledged in accordance with Section 00100, FAR Provision 52.215-1, and “Instructions to Offerors“. 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.

1.1.3. After compiling all required information, submit the information in accordance with the “Proposal Due Date Schedule” paragraph for the applicable Phase and return the original and specified number of copies to the office listed in Block 8 of the SF 1442. Mark the front of the envelope/box with the following: “PROPOSAL No.

W91ZRS-16-R-0001, DO NOT OPEN--- Competitive Acquisition”

1.1.4. Phase One Proposal Due Date Schedule. The entire Phase One proposal, (Parts 1, 2 and 3) is due by the date and time set for the receipt of proposals shown in Block 13 of the SF 1442. Offerors shall request their references provide questionnaire responses to the Contracting Officer not later than the closing date.

1.1.5. General Proposal Contents List by Phase.

1.1.6. Phase Two Proposal The date and time for receipt of the Phase Two proposals will be issued by amendment to those offerors selected to proceed to the Phase Two portion of this procurement

• Volume 1 – Pro Forma Documents

• Form SF 1442, Solicitation, Offer & Award

• Section 00600 - Representations & Certifications (Changes if applicable)

• Signed Compliance Statement

• Price Proposal Schedule

• Exhibit D – Cost Breakdown Form

• Exhibit E – Betterments/deviation Schedule

• Technical Proposal Volume 2 – Management & Execution Plans

• Subfactor 2-1: Project Management Plan

• Subfactor 2-2: Design & Construction Schedule

• Technical Proposal Volume 3 – Subfactor 2-3 Technical Data Proposal

• Element 3-1: Structural and Architectural Design

• Element 3-2: Mechanical, Electrical, and Fire Protection Design

• Element 3-3: Energy, Commissioning Plan, Environmental Compliance, and Sustainability

• Element 3-4: Site Development

1.2. Written Proposal Format. (Unless noted otherwise these general instructions apply to both Phase One and Phase Two proposals.)

1.2.1. 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 may be considered unacceptable. A proposal that is orderly and sufficiently documented will be easy for the Government to understand and will enable the Government to perform a thorough evaluation.

1.2.2. Offerors are cautioned to submit enough information to enable the Government 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. Any materials submitted but not required by this solicitation, (such as company brochures), shall be relegated to appendices. Excessive reliance on promotional brochures is discouraged.

1.2.3. Written proposals shall be prepared on standard 8.5 x 11 inch paper (charts may be landscaped but must be on 8.5 x 11 inch paper) and shall be in a legible font size (10). 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”x14”). Text lines will be no less than single-space. 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.

1.2.4. Table of Contents. The proposals shall contain a detailed table of contents. 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. Table of Contents and Tab indexes do not count toward page limitation and should not be numbered. If more than one binder is used, the complete table of contents shall be included in each. Proposal Volume 3 shall not exceed the page limits stated. If the page limit is exceeded, the pages in excess of the limit shall be unread.

1.2.5. Page limits include all appendices, charts, graphs, diagrams, tables, photographs, etc. except as noted elsewhere in the instructions. To the maximum extent practicable proposal submission shall be double sided.

Each side of a piece of paper counts as one page. Failure to observe these requirements may result in non-compliant proposals being evaluated at the maximum number of pages had the instructions been followed. All pages in excess of the stated limits will not be evaluated.

1.2.6. Binding. Elaborate format and binding are neither necessary nor desirable. All binders, (3 ring type is preferred) will be capable of lying flat when opened. The cover and spine of each binder will clearly identify the offeror’s name, Volume number(s), 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.

1.2.7. 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.

1.2.8. Electronic Copy. Provide one (1) electronic copy of all of the proposal information for Phase One.

If selected to submit a Phase II proposal provide one (1) electronic copy of all volumes and the Small Business Subcontracting Plan from Volume 1, if required. Electronic copies may be submitted on CD/DVD saved in Microsoft Word format or Adobe Acrobat (6.0) or higher (“Read Only” files are acceptable). All disks shall be virus checked prior to submission. The progress schedule shall be on a separate CD and identify the CPM program and version used. Electronic copies of drawings are not required with the proposal submission.

1.2.9. Phase Two Drawing sheets use drawings no larger than Size A1 (approximately 24” x 36”) and smaller than size A2 (approximately 16” x 23”). No electronic drawing files are required to be submitted at the proposal state. Drawings are NOT required or desired in Phase One.

1.2.10. Offeror may, at the discretion of the Government, be asked to provide clarifications regarding their proposals in accordance with FAR 15.306(a). Requests for such information do not constitute discussions.

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

3. PHASE TWO - TECHNICAL & COST PROPOSAL

3.1. General Requirements.

3.1.1. Who May Submit: Proposals may be submitted by the offerors who receive written notification from the Contracting Officer that their firm has been selected to participate in Phase Two of this solicitation. The Government intends to select three, but no less than two and not to exceed five, of the highest rated contractors to receive the technical requirements package and to participate in the Phase Two process of this solicitation. Three offerors will compete in Phase Two under typical circumstances.

3.1.2. Submission Deadline. Proposals shall be received no later than the time and date specified by the Phase Two solicitation amendment. This will normally be 30-45 days after issuance of the Phase Two Amendment.

3.1.3. Compliance Statement. In order to effectively and equitably evaluate all proposals, the Contracting Officer must receive information sufficiently detailed to clearly indicate the materials, equipment, methods, functions, and schedules proposed. The offeror is required to certify that all items submitted in its technical proposal comply with the RFP requirements and any differences, deviations or exceptions have been identified and explained as required by the solicitation. Offerors are required to complete the statement and submit it with their Phase Two proposal. Even if there are no differences, deviations or exceptions, the offeror must submit the Compliance Statement and state that none exist. Offerors are cautioned that any differences, deviations or exceptions that have not been identified and explained as required by the solicitation are not considered accepted even if the proposal is incorporated into the award.

Statement of Compliance

[Insert name of the offeror] hereby certifies that all items submitted in this proposal and final design documents (after contract award) comply with the solicitation requirements. The criteria specified in Request for Proposal No.

W91ZRS-16-R-0001 are binding contract criteria and in case of any conflict after award, between W91ZRS-16-R- 0001 and the contractor's proposal, the Request for Proposal criteria shall govern unless there is a written and signed agreement between the contractor and the Government waiving a specific requirement.

Should this proposal result in the award of a contract this statement will be included on each sheet of drawings and on the cover of the specifications.

3.1.4. Cost Information. The technical proposal shall not include any cost information. The technical and cost proposals shall be submitted as two separate documents.

3.2. Volume 1 - Pro Forma Documents, Price Proposal . This information should be submitted in an envelope labeled "Pro Forma Requirements." Provide original and three (3) copies of the requirements in this volume. This category consists of:

3.2.1. Completed Standard Form 1442.

3.2.2. Section 00600 Representations and certifications, (include any updated information only). Indicate if any changes were made to the Annual Representations and Certifications on ORCA.

3.2.3. Executed Compliance Statement.

3.2.4. Price Proposal Information. Offerors shall complete all portions of the Price Proposal Schedule and furnish it in the pro forma documents envelope. Phase Two offeror’s attention is directed to section 00120 Phase

Two Evaluation for important information concerning pricing.

3.2.5. Include Exhibit D, cost breakdown, in the prescribed format in this package.

3.2.6. Include Exhibit E, Betterment/Deviation schedule in the prescribed format in this package. The Exhibit E, Betterment/Deviation schedule must be provided in original (with pricing) and three copies with prices and three copies without pricing.

3.3. Technical Proposal Volumes 2 and 3 comprise the full Technical Proposal. Volume 2 consists of the Subfactors 2-1 Project Management Plan, 2-2 Design & Construction Schedule Volume 3 consists of the Subfactor 2-3 Technical Data Proposal with various Elements. Evaluation criteria (Section 00120) for the Phase Two Proposal, Subfactor 2-3 Technical Data Proposal, if not provided herein, will be provided with the Phase Two Solicitation. The Government reserves the right to change Phase Two proposal requirements prior to the closing for Phase Two if necessary.

3.3.1. Oral Presentation: At the Government’s option, offerors selected to submit Phase Two proposals may be given an opportunity to present and expend upon the information contained in the written proposals to further the Government’s understanding of the technical data proposed. Oral presentation may be held independent of, as clarifications, or in conjunction with discussions, if the Contracting Officer has determined discussions are necessary.

3.3.1.1. The government will inform offerors of the oral presentation time and date after the close of the Phase Two proposal. The offeror will be notified of the allowed amount of time for the presentation as determined by the Contracting Officer.

3.3.1.2. Presentations will normally be followed by a government question and answer period for clarification purposes. The location for presentations will be provided with the presentation date assignment. Early access to the presentation facility may be requested in advance through the Contracting Officer.

3.3.1.3. Presentations will be conducted remotely through use of electronic means. The Government has the ability to support telephone or video conferencing as well as internet based presentations. The set-up and pre-coordination is the responsibility of the offeror.

3.3.1.4. The purpose of the oral presentations, if held, is to provide the offeror with the opportunity to briefly explain any specific documentation provided, to highlight the special features of their proposal, and to identify the benefits of the offeror’s technical data proposal. Presentation of information on Technical Subfactors 2- 1 and 2-2, should be limited to not more than 15 minutes. Any betterments or alternatives that the offeror wishes the Government to consider should be discussed in detail in the presentation. The offeror is expected to highlight significant technical points contained in their proposal and will not be permitted to submit anything new, but may expand on anything contained in the proposal. The oral presentation is primarily to provide details on the Technical Data Proposal, Subfactor 2-3. (Offeror please note that award without a discussion is contemplated.)

3.3.2. Offerors are cautioned that all information provided, regardless of the format, i.e. written proposal, oral presentation, shall be considered as proposal information, and used in the evaluation process.

3.4. Technical Proposal: Volume 2 – Management & Execution Plan - Provide original and three (3) copies of the requirements in this volume. The following technical subfactors shall be addressed in sufficient detail so as to provide the Government with a clear understanding of the offeror’s intended performance and shall take into consideration the material provided in the technical data proposal (Volume 3).

• Subfactor 2-1: Project Management Plan

• Subfactor 2-2: Design & Construction Schedule

3.4.1. SUBFACTOR 2-1: Project Management Plan. The offeror shall provide a Management Plan. This is an overall plan showing how the offeror will control the job. The term "management plan" is defined as a plan that includes the following as a minimum:

• Organization and Personnel to include Sub-Contractor Management

• Quality Control Procedures

• Safety Procedures

• Risk assessment of factors and a mitigation plan that may impact budget, quality, or schedule

3.4.1.1. Organization, Management and Subcontractor Management: Discuss lines and authority, responsibilities and communications. Discussion should address how you will respond to changes. Discuss your team and corporate support. Provide the names, resumes, and levels of responsibility of the principal managers and technical personnel who will be directly responsible for the day-to-day design and construction activities. Provide qualifications of key project personnel including name and project assignment, and firm association. Project key personnel shall include the engineering disciplines and key construction subcontractors listed below.

3.4.1.1.1. As a minimum, discuss the project manager; the project architect; the engineers responsible for civil, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, communication systems and structural design; the quality control manager; and the construction manager and/or project superintendent.

3.4.1.1.2. Demonstrate that all lead design personnel are registered and/or certified in their discipline and have experience and technical competence in assigned roles on projects of similar complexity, size and scope.

3.4.1.1.3. If subcontractors will be providing comprehensive design-build services to the Offeror, provide qualifications for their key design personnel as well. If reassignment of personnel is considered possible, provide the names and resumes of the alternative professionals in each assignment. Describe you plans for management of these subcontractors.

3.4.1.1.4. Demonstrate that a registered Fire Protection Engineer (F.P.E.) will accomplish the Fire protection design.

3.4.1.1.5. A Building Industry Consultant Service International (BICSI) Registered Communications Distribution Designer (R.C.D.D.) Customer owned Outside Plant Designer (CO-OSP) is required to compile and complete all communications requirements for the operation of the facility. The RCDD must adhere to all Industry, Army National Guard design guidelines and standards. Demonstrate your plan to meet this requirement.

3.4.1.1.6. Key construction subcontractors shall include, but are not limited to:

NONE

Discuss the extent of their roles with respect to the design and construction phases of this project. Except for the design team or prime construction contractor, as applicable, multiple subcontractors may be named for the same discipline but is limited to a maximum of 3 subcontractors per discipline. When multiple subcontractors are provided for the same discipline the evaluation will be in accordance with Section 00120. Describe you plans for

3.4.1.2. Quality Control Procedures. The Quality Control Plan is part of the Management Plan. The alliance of the project designer and builder on a project such as this, naturally removes one commonly used method of quality control, that is, the usual reliance on the owner or the design consultant for monitoring construction quality. Although the Government will provide an on-site representative during construction, offerors are expected to develop a formal program of monitoring to ensure a high level of design and construction quality.

3.4.1.2.1. Offerors shall submit a summary of the Quality Control, not to exceed 5 pages, plan that will be implemented if awarded this contract that responds to the minimum requirements of Technical Specifications for Contractor Quality Control (furnished with the Phase 2 RFP package). Do not submit the entire CQC Plan. The offeror's plan summary shall include as a minimum the following characteristics:

3.4.1.2.1.1. A clear identification of the personnel responsible for quality control and a clear policy establishing their authority. The quality control group shall be separate and apart from (not the same) the people that are doing the construction.

3.4.1.2.1.2. A specific description of the tasks and functions of the quality control personnel.

A specific policy establishing schedules for the performance of quality control tasks.

3.4.1.2.1.3. A policy for reporting quality control findings to the Contracting Officer. A procedure whereby the Contracting Officer may resolve disputes that have not received satisfactory responses from the first levels of quality control personnel.

3.4.1.2.1.4. The names of testing laboratories to be used and the procedures for test data reporting.

3.4.1.2.1.5. A plan for material storage and protection.

3.4.1.2.1.6. The plan for review, evaluation, and Offeror Quality Control of the Design Submittals prior to Government receipt.

3.4.1.2.1.7. The plan for review of submittals and extensions of design. Of particular interest is the role of the Designer of Record in all design and construction progress.

3.4.1.2.1.8. Procedures for involving Key Subcontractors in the design development.

Procedures for successful integration of the Offeror’s Quality Control Program with the Government’s Quality Assurance Program.

3.4.1.3. Safety Procedures.

3.4.1.3.1. Provide a brief summary of the Safety plan that you will be implemented if you are awarded this contract. Do not include an entire Safety Plan.

3.4.1.3.2. Include in the summary…