W91ZRS-16-R-0001_CST_SOL_5APR2016.pdf

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)

See Item 7

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID

3. DATE ISSUED

9. FOR INFORMATION A. NAME

SOLICITATION

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

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 ______________05 May 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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Sealed envelopes containing offers

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

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

8603864070FAX:TEL: 8603864109 TEL: FAX:

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20B. SIGNATURE

(REV. 4-85)STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK

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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

Price not required for Phase 1. There is a cost limitation, see SECTION 00010 3.

Notes H.

FOB: Destination

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: 0010792976-0001

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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. 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 POP 20-JUN-2016 TO

18-DEC-2017

N/A JOINT FORCE HQ CT NATIONAL GUARD

MAJ BENJAMIN NEUMON

360 BROAD STREET

HARTFORD CT 06105-3706

8605483222 FOB: Destination

W90G0W

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 a date TBD 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 point of contact noted above 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 issuing office listed in Block 7 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.

1.1.5.1. Phase One -Proposal

• Part 1 – Pro Forma Documents

• Form SF 1442, Solicitation, Offer & Award

• Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors- Section 00600

• Executive Summary

• Joint Venture Agreement, if applicable

• Part 2 – Past Performance

• Offeror’s Team Past Performance Information

• Exhibit A – Performance Information Form

• Exhibit B – Subcontractor Information & Consent Form

• Exhibit C – Performance Questionnaire

• SF Form 330, Parts 1 and 2 for Design Team (SF Forms 254/255 are obsolete and shall not be accepted.)

• Part 3 - Technical Capability

• Technical Approach Narrative

• Offeror's Team Experience

• Other Capabilities

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.

2. PHASE ONE –SUBMITTAL CONTENTS – SUBMIT AS A SINGLE VOLUME – Original and three copies

2.1. PHASE 1- PART 1 - PRO FORMA DOCUMENTS

2.1.1. Part 1 Pro Forma Information consists of the SF 1442, an Executive Summary and Section 00600 requirements.

2.1.1.1. Complete in its entirety the “Offeror” portion of the Standard Form (SF) 1442. An official having the authority to contractually bind your company must sign the SF 1442 in accordance with FAR 4.102. One copy of the SF 1442 is required to have an original signature.

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

2.1.1.3. All potential offerors are required to register in the System for Award Management (SAM), https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM in order to complete the annual Representations and Certifications found at the SAM website. Ensure your System for Award Management (SAM) information is up-to-date. Complete annual Representations and Certifications on line at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM if you have not already done so. You are not required to provide a copy of the Representations and Certifications completed in SAM with your written proposal. Do include any Representations and Certifications and other statements of offerors contained in Section 00600 of this solicitation, which are in addition to the annual certifications on SAM.

2.1.1.4. Include an Executive Summary. As a minimum include the following information: Offeror Name, Complete Address, Point of Contact, Authorized Negotiators, Email address(s), Phone Number, Cage Code, DUNS Number, DUNS Number, Cage Code and Tax Identification Number. Also indicate your businesses socioeconomic status. This information will be used to verify your Web Based ORCA certifications.

2.1.1.5. Joint Venture Requirements. Parties wishing to propose as a joint venture must submit, with the

Phase One Proposal, Pro Forma documents, an executed copy of the joint venture agreement. The joint venture agreement shall be executed in accordance with FAR 4.102. Each joint venture partner shall submit evidence satisfactory to the Contracting Offer that its Board of Directors has approved its participation in the joint venture and by an instrument of similarly binding character in the case of an unincorporated entity. Offerors are reminded that to obtain an award the awardee, to include a joint venture, must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database. Applicable to set-aside solicitations: Joint Ventures must meet applicable size standards (See FAR Subpart 19.1). Submit with the proposal any size determination for the Joint Venture entity received from the Small Business Administration. A Joint Venture where-in one party is not a small business may be referred to the Small Business Administration to determine eligibility.

2.2. PART 2 - PAST PERFORMANCE

2.2.1. Past Performance, which includes current on-going (present) performance that is complete to 65% or more, will be evaluated using the evaluation criteria set forth in Section 00120 of the solicitation.

2.2.2. This part is obtained for the purpose of evaluating Past Performance. Past Performance includes current and on-going performance. It includes the offeror’s Performance Information Form, Exhibit A Parts 1 & 2;

Exhibit B, the Subcontractor Information and Consent Form; Design team’s SF 330 , Parts 1 and 2 ; and any discussion and or additional information, awards, letters, etc. concerning past performance the offeror includes. A Past Performance Evaluation Questionnaire is included at Exhibit C.

2.2.3. Exhibit A: Offerors shall discuss their performance in Design Build projects using the Performance Relevancy Questionnaire format, Exhibit A, Part 1. Prepare not more than five (5) of these documents. Contractors should select their projects carefully because the quality of the contractor’s relevant performance is more important than the quantity of projects submitted. Exhibit A, Part 2, contains information that only needs to be submitted one time. If the offeror represents the combining of two or more companies, joint venture or formal teaming agreement, for the purpose of this RFP, each company shall complete Exhibit As and obtain Exhibit C references except that design team members firms need only submit a current completed SF 330 in lieu of the Exhibit A Part 1. Exhibit A Part 2 and Exhibit C references must be provided. Detailed instructions are provided in Exhibit A.

2.2.3.1. Offerors shall provide information that demonstrates a history of performance on design build contracts that are similar in execution method, scope, complexity, and cost magnitude to this project. Offerors shall explain what aspects of the referenced contracts they deemed relevant to the proposed effort. It is the offeror’s sole responsibility to explain how any particular past/present project is relevant to the project that is the subject of this solicitation.

2.2.3.2. Offerors should consider the currency and relevancy of the past performance information. To be considered, the performance must have been completed during the past five (5) years. The period begins five (5) years prior to the solicitation release date and includes current performance. Current performance may have greater impact than older performance.

2.2.3.3. Offerors should include with their proposal information on problems encountered on the identified contracts and the offeror's correction actions and/or explanation.

2.2.4. Exhibit B “Subcontractor Information and Consent Form”: Offeror shall provide a list of key subcontractors and or (/) Teaming Partners to be utilized on this project. (The design and prime construction team.)

As a minimum provide the name(s) of subcontractors to be utilized on the design and oversight team and/or the prime construction contractor (as applicable). Other construction subcontractors are not required or desired in Phase One. Each subcontractor/ Teaming Partner proposed shall also complete an Exhibit B, “Subcontractor

Information and Consent Form”, to be considered. The design team shall also provide current SF 330 Parts 1 and 2

2.2.5. Exhibit C: Past Performance References – REQUIRED

2.2.5.1. Subcontractor/Teaming Partners: (Applicable to design team members or prime construction subcontractor only.) In addition to an Exhibit “B” each subcontractor/teaming partner shall also send Performance Questionnaires, “ Exhibit C” to three references for completed projects (or substantially complete) to be used for reference and evaluation purposes. Subcontractors/teaming partners may NOT use the offeror on this acquisition as a reference for this purpose.

2.2.5.2. These should arrive not later than the closing date for receipt of proposal shown on the SF

1442. Reference packages may also be faxed to 860 386 4070 or e-mailed to the below addresses.

USPFO for Connecticut

ATTN: P&C

Project Number: 090071 Project Title: CST Ready Building, Windsor Locks, CT Email(s) ng.ct.ctarng.list.pc-sn-w91zrs-16-r-0001@mail.mil

Offeror or subcontractor prior to submission must not review the Performance Questionnaire. They must be submitted by the client/evaluator directly to the Contracting Office. E-mail is the preferred method.

2.2.6. Offerors lacking relevant present/past performance experience may submit information regarding predecessor companies, key personnel who have relevant experience or subcontractors that will perform major or critical aspects of the requirement if such information is relevant to this acquisition. Such information shall, as a minimum, include: (1) Name(s) of Predecessor Company/Subcontractor and/or Key Personnel; (2) Complete Address: (3) Telephone, Fax Number and email address; (4) Brief synopsis of the experience (a resume may be submitted for "Key Personnel") (5) Describe in detail relevancy to this project. Note that use of subcontractors or key personnel to obtain relevant past performance shall commit the offeror to use the proposed personnel/subcontractors in the performance of the contract.

2.2.6.1. Provide three (3) references, for each Predecessor Company, Subcontractor or Key Personnel and send Performance Evaluation Questionnaires, Exhibit C, to these references. Clearly identify the contractor/individual for whom the reference information concerns. Include “Subcontractor Information and Consent Form”, Exhibit B, for subcontractors/Team Partners if not already provided.

2.2.7. Other Past Performance Considerations (OPTIONAL in Exhibit A, Part 2). The information, if provided, shall be limited to the period beginning five years prior to the solicitation release date and is limited to not more than 5 of these type documents or ten pages total.

2.2.8. Offerors are advised that the Government may use all data provided by the offeror in this volume and data obtained from other sources, to include but not limited to government–wide databases, in the development of performance confidence assessments. Past performance information on contracts not listed by the offeror, or that of planned subcontractors, may also be evaluated. The government may contact references identified as well as other than those identified by the offeror and information received may be used in the evaluation of the offeror’s past performance. While the government may elect to consider data obtained from other sources, the burden of providing current accurate and complete past performance information rests with the offeror.

2.3. PART 3 - TECHNICAL CAPABILITY

2.3.1. Subfactor: Technical Approach Narrative. Narrative for this subfactor shall be limited to a maximum of twenty (20) pages. Number pages in this sub-factor exclusive of table of contents and tabs.

2.3.1.1. Demonstrated an understanding to the design build process and address any anticipate risks associated with this process for this project. Describe in general terms how the offeror will approach the design and construction of this facility.

2.3.1.2. Provide a detailed discussion addressing the proposed design build organization and the roles and responsibilities of the various sub-contractors for both design and construction.

2.3.1.3. Include in the narrative the offeror’s proposed processes for handling field problems, assuring quality and assuring Designer of Record involvement throughout the construction period. Address the roles and responsibilities of the various subcontractors and the inclusion of the major construction subcontractors during the design process.

2.3.2. Subfactor: Offeror’s Team Experience. Narrative for this sub-factor shall be limited to a maximum of twenty (20) pages. Number pages in this sub-factor exclusive of table of contents and tabs. Example projects must have been completed no later than five (5) years prior to the date of the solicitation. The Government will use SF 330 forms provided by A/Es in the Past Performance volume in the evaluation of this subfactor. (Note: This information may be similar to the information provided in the Past Performance factor but is obtained here for the purpose of identifying the extent of the offeror and their teams experience, where in the Past Performance factor the information is obtained for identifying “how” the work was performed.)

2.3.2.1. Provide a discussion of projects (at least three) for which the offeror has been responsible. The examples should be as similar as possible to this solicitation in project execution (Design Build), project type, magnitude, complexity, cost, design or features and scope. Each example shall indicate in detail the general character, scope, location, cost, and date of completion of the project. If the offeror represents the combining of two or more companies for the purpose of this RFP, each company shall discuss project examples.

2.3.2.2. Demonstrate that all lead design personnel have experience and required qualifications in assigned…