Library conversion - construction

Added: Jun 09, 2016 12:50 pm Notice Type: Sources Sought

Solicitation No: F16PS00697

Posted Date: June 9, 2016

Response Date: June 21, 2016

Title: Library Conversion - Construction

Classification Code: Y - Construction of Structures/Facilities

Set Aside: Small Business

NAICS Code: 236220

Synopsis:

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY 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 U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE INTEND TO AWARD A CONTRACT ON THE BASIS OF THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION OR OTHERWISE PAY FOR THE INFORMATION SOLICITED.

PROJECT INFORMATION: This requirement is for the conversion of an approximately 3,200 SF library and storage space, to conference space located at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) in Shepherdstown, WV. Work shall include demolition of portions of the existing ceiling and replacement with new acoustical tile ceiling, acoustical treatments in the room ceiling space, partition wall demolition and construction, carpet removal and replacement, vinyl floor demolition and replacement, new doors and hardware, construction of a food service and preparation area, to include new water and drain lines, cabinetry, etc., retrofitting the existing air-handler to handle the additional occupancy load, new electrical transformer and subpanel, replace existing floor receptacles, new receptacles in new partition walls, retrofit existing light fixtures and install new fixtures, new communications patch panel, cat 6 and coax cables throughout room, as specified, and gypsum board repairs and new paint throughout the room .

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this effort is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. This procurement, at a minimum, will be set-aside for small businesses. Additionally, the Government is considering the capability and interest of other socioeconomic groups, specifically Women Owned Small Businesses. Based on responses to this sources sought and other market research, the Government will determine if a set-aside to Women Owned Small Businesses is feasible.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Interested firms are invited to express their interest by completing the attached capability statement. It is requested that the information identified be provided electronically to Mr. Jerry W. Perry at jerry_perry@fws.gov. Please provide the requested information no later than 21 June, 2016.

The submission of this information is for market research purposes only. The notice does not constitute a request for proposal nor does the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service intend to award a contract on the basis of this request for information. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this request for information. All data received in response to this request for information marked or designated as corporate or proprietary will be fully protected from release outside the U.S. Government. No hard-copy or facsimile submissions will be accepted. Cover letters and extraneous materials (brochures, etc.) will not be considered. Interested offerors shall address the requirements of this notice in written format by electronic mail to Mr. Jerry W. Perry at jerry_perry@fws.gov no later than 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, 21 June, 2016. Phone calls and fax transmittals will not be accepted. Personal visits for discussion of this announcement will not be scheduled.