Construct multiple troop housing projects for phases 5, 6, 7, and 8 - sources sought

Added: Oct 20, 2010 6:26 am THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A SOLICITATION ANNOUNCEMENT. THE SUBMISSION OF THIS INFORMATION IS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT TO PROCURE ANY SERVICES, NOR DOES THE MIDDLE EAST DISTRICT INTEND TO AWARD A CONTRACT ON THE BASIS OF THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION OR OTHERWISE PAY FOR THE INFORMATION SOLICITED.

The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified business concerns, both US and Foreign, capable of performing Commercial and Institutional Building Construction in Afghanistan. As the work will be performed outside of the continental U.S., no set asides or socioeconomic preference of any sort will be granted. This effort is classified through the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) under 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.

It is anticipated that a pre-solicitation announcement will be published in the Federal Business Opportunities on or about November 5, 2010. The contract will consist of multiple Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINS), which are Firm Fixed Price, which may include additional options. In accordance with DFARS Part 36, the cost of these Design Build projects is between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000 with a duration of 365 days period of performance after award of the contract or Notice to Proceed.

The United States Army Corps of Engineers has the requirement to Construct Multiple Troop Housing Project for Phases 5, 6, 7, and 8 at Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan. Each phase includes troop housing, showers, and latrines, with adequate space for 1,520 personnel. Supporting facilities include site improvements, pavement, utility infrastructure, and information systems. Antiterrorism/Force Protection measures will be included.

Response Requirements: All interested firms should complete the attached Capability Statement and return it via e-mail to LaPoncer.D.Randall-Allen@usace.army.mil, Michelle.R.Pearman@usace.army.mil, and pamela.d.gillum@usace.army.mil in the following format: Submission should be received by 1600 Eastern Standard Time, October 27, 2010 and should not exceed two (2) one-sided, 8-1/2 X 11 pages. The submission should address all questions in the capability statement and your ability to perform the work stated in the project information section of this notice.

This synopsis is for market research purposes only and IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) nor does it restrict the Government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this notice.

NO HARD COPY OR FACSIMILE SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Cover letters and extraneous materials (brochures, etc.) will not be considered. Questions concerning submissions should be directed to LaPoncer D. Randall-Allen, Contract Specialist at 540-665-3767 (LaPoncer.D.Randall-Allen@usace.army.mil), Michelle R. Peaman, Contract Specialist at 540-665-3673 (Michelle.R.Pearman@usace.army.mil), and Pamela Gillum, Acquisition Management Specialist at 540-665-3609 (Pamela.d.gillum@usace.army.mil).