Repair fire station building 106, naval station, great lakes, IL

THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. THIS OPPORTUNITY IS100% SET ASIDE FOR 8(a) FIRMS. The proposed contract is limited to qualifying 8(a) firms in the ChicagoDistrict Office/Region 5 of the Small Business Administration. The Governmentwill not consider offers from other than 8(a) firms or from 8(a) firms outsideof the Chicago District/Region (5). 8(a) firms that are not serviced by theChicago District Office/Region 5, but have a bona fide place of business (asdefined by SBA) within the geographic area served by the Chicago DistrictOffice/Region 5 are also eligible to submit offers. An 8(a) firm not servicedby the Chicago District Office/Region 5 must consult its servicing DistrictOffice regarding the establishment of a bona fide place of business or status ofa previously established bona fide place of business. All other firms aredeemed ineligible to submit offers.SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOADING UNTIL APPROXIMATELYMAY 4, 2009.

This is a new procurement. It does not replace an existing contract. Noinformation exists on prior contracts.

This is a two-step design/build construction project for Repair of Fire StationBuilding 106, NAVSTA Great Lakes, IL. This project includes design, repair andrenovation of 35,737 square feet in the first level of an existing Naval StationGreat Lakes Fire Department Facility, Bldg. 106, which includes the relocationand consolidation of the EMT & Ambulance Support Services. The structure is amulti-level building with brick exterior. The facility currently houses fireengines, lobby/waiting room, offices, a locker room, a dormitory, a storage/comroom, kitchen, toilets and train facility areas.

The renovation work will correct deteriorated internal electrical, mechanical,telephone and alarm systems in the designated area of work. The architecturalwork will include interior finishes, repair and improvements to spaceconfiguration within the EMT designated areas within the building.

The obsolete hose tower will be repaired/replaced with interior functionalspaces renovated/improved including doors. This includes EMT staff duty andsleeping rooms, men's and women's toilet/shower room, weight/exercise PT room,and kitchen repairs. The project will also include repairs to the roofing,insulations, doors, fire sprinklers, emergency lighting and fire alarm incompliance with the UFC 03-600-1 and Life Safety Building Codes. Repair andreplacement also includes water, wastewater piping, exhaust fans, duct work toprovide fresh air to dormitory sleeping room and mechanical systems to meetcurrent American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Condition Engineers(ASHRAE) standards. Replace with energy efficient fixtures and power panels,transformers, exit signs, power outlets, conduits, wires, telephone raceways andcable system.

Asbestos materials and lead paint have been identified within the building andall existing asbestos items and lead paint of HAZMAT materials will need to beremoved and disposed of per NEPA procedures. Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection(AT/FP) guidance is to be followed as well as LEED and Sustainable design to beintegrated into the design, development and construction of this project. Theperiod of performance is approximately 12 months (365 calendar days) afternotice to proceed. This project will be awarded as a firm-fixed price contract.The Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations or limit thecompetitive range. The procurement is estimated at between $6,000,000.00 and$7,000,000.00. Performance and payment bonds are required. All interested 8(a)firms must have bonding capability.

Phase I Request for Proposals (RFP) will be available for viewing anddownloading on or about May 4, 2009. Proposal due date will be May 27, 2009,2:00 P.M. Central Time. The solicitation is formatted as an RFP in accordancewith the requirements designated by sections of FAR 15.203 and NFAS for anegotiated procurement utilizing the Two-Phase Design-Build section proceduresof FAR 36.3. This method permits evaluation of proposals based on pricecompetition, technical merit and other factors; permits impartial andcomprehensive evaluation of offerors' proposals; permits discussions ifnecessary; and ensures selection of the source who performance provides the bestvalue to the Government.

This solicitation will consist of two (2) phases. Phase I is the qualificationphase. Up to five (5) firms will be pre-qualified to participate in Phase II.The Navy will determine which offerors will proceed to Phase II. The evaluationfactors for Phase I are as follows: Past Performance and Relevant ProjectExperience, Technical Qualification, and Management Approach.

Upon determination of the contractors advancing to Phase II, those offerors willreceive an RFP containing current and future design specifications. Phase IIwill include the following evaluation factors: Past Performance and RelevantProject Experience, Technical Qualifications and Management Approach (same asPhase I unless conditions change); Technical Solutions; and Project Schedule andPhasing.

The Government intends on issuing the RFP Solicitation for Phase I and Phase IIthrough the Internet at www.neco.navy.mil. All prospective offerors MUSTregister themselves on the website. All contractors are encouraged to attemptdownload prior to obtaining the solicitation through alternate sources. Manyfirms and commercial printing services have the capability to print thesolicitation package and plan holders list off the Internet, if necessary. Theofficial plan holders list will be created by registration and will be availableform the website only. Amendments will also be posted on the website fordownloading. This will be the normal method for distributing amendments;therefore it is the offerors' responsibility to check the website periodicallyfor any amendments to this solicitation.

Offers will not be publicly opened. The number of offers received, the identityof the offers received, the amount of any offer or relative standing of theoffers will not be disclosed to anyone until the time of contract award.IMPORTANT NOTICE: All contractors submitting bids, proposals or quotes onDepartment of Defense solicitations must be registered in the Central ContractorRegistration (CCR) prior to award of the contract. The purpose of this databaseis to provide basic business information, capabilities and financial informationto the Government. The CCR website can be accessed at www.ccr.gov. Referenceis made DFARS Clause 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration.You are encouraged to register as soon as possible. All new contracts can ONLYbe made to contractors who are registered in CCR. This requirement will applyto all solicitations and awards, regardless of the media use. Bid Bonds will berequired for Phase II. Offerors shall submit with their offer a bid bond of 20%of the amount for DBA work. For inquiries about the Phase I proposal, please contact Terryll Zade,847-688-2600 extension 417, or via e-mail at terryll.zade@navy.mil.

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICEFIRE PROTECTION MULITPLE AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTGREAT LAKES, IL



The intent of this sources sought notice is to identify potential small business, 8(a), HUBZone or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business firms capable of repair and renovation of a 35,738 SF of an existing Fire Department Facility at Naval Station Great Lakes. Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), Midwest, Great Lakes, Illinois is seeking either individual firms or Joint Venture firms nationwide capable of performing design, repair, and renovation of a 35,738 SF Fire Department Facility including the relocation and consolidation of the EMT & Ambulance support services. The estimated cost of this potential project is $6,000,000.00 to $7,000,000.00. The NAICS Code is 236220 with the annual size standard of $33.5 million. This proposed procurement is being considered as a set-aside under small business, section 8(a), HUBZone or Services Veteran Owned Small Business Program. Firms are requested to submit their Statement of Capability (SOC) which will be th! e basis for the Government's decision to establish this requirement as an small business, 8(a), HUBZone or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business set-aside acquisition. Interested small business, 8(a) or HUBZone Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business must submit their SOC capabilities. The SOC must describe in detail the firm's capability to design and construct a ready service magazine within the estimated dollar range. The SOC may be submitted electronically to or by hard copy. If submitting by hard, original and 4 copies are required.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: REPAIR FIRE STATION BUILDING 106, NAVAL STATION, GREAT LAKES, IL. This project includes design, repair and renovation of 35,738 SF in the first level of an existing Naval Station Great Lakes Fire Department Facility Building 106 which includes the relocation and consolidation of the EMT & Ambulance Support Services. The structure is a multi-level building with a brick exterior. The facility currently houses fire engines, lobby/waiting room, offices, a locker room, a dormitory, a storage/com room, kitchen, toilets and train facility areas.

The renovation work will correct deteriorated and substandard building structure and systems, including repair of deteriorated internal electrical, mechanical, telephone and alarm systems in the designated area of work. The architectural work will include interior finishes, repair and improvements to space configuration within the EMT designated areas within the building.

The obsolete hose tower will be repaired/replaced with interior functional spaces renovated/improved including doors. This includes EMT staff duty and sleeping rooms, men's and women's toilet/shower room, weight/exercise PT room, and kitchen repairs. The project will also include repairs to the roofing, insulations, doors, fire sprinklers, emergency lighting and fire alarm in compliance with the UFC 03-600-1 and Life Safety Building Codes. Repair and replacement also includes water, wastewater piping, exhaust fans, duct work to provide fresh air to dormitory sleeping room and mechanical systems to meet current American Society of Heating, refrigerating and Air Condition Engineers (ASHRAE) standards. Replace with energy efficient fixtures and power panels, transformers, exit signs, power outlets, conduits, wires, telephone raceways and cable system.

Asbestos materials and lead paint have been identified within the building and all existing asbestos items and lead paint of HAZMAT materials will need to be removed and disposed per NEPA procedures. Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FT) guidance is to be followed as well as LEED and Sustainable design to be integrated into the design, development and construction of this project.

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: (1) Full name and address of the firm; (2) Year firm was established; (3) Names of two principals to contact (including title, telephone and fax numbers); (4) Provide proof of 8(a) or HUBZone or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Certification. (5) Registered in the Department of Defense Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database (6) Licensed/Bonded and fully capable to perform construction work under the NAICS Code 236220. (7) Positive statement of eligibility as either a individual firm or Joint Venture under NAICS Code 236220, with an average annual gross revenue of not more than $33.5 million for the last three complete fiscal years; (8) Certifications/ Resumes and past performance documentation of a minimum of three previous projects between $6,000,000.00 to $7,000,000.00 million and completed within the last five years. Projects must be similar in size, scope and complexity to this project. Include prior experience of key com! pany personnel both in prime/joint venture relationships and all planned major subcontractors, experience in mobilizing and managing a large workforce. (9) Must provide verifiable proof of your bonding capability up to a $6 million for a single contract. (10) Information relative to past performance on contracts of this type. The quality of work previously performed and the relative capability of the firm to effectively accomplish the work requirements of a contract similar to the one proposed will be assessed based on references provided by the firm, customers known to the government, and any of your sources that may have useful and relevant information. Include information for similar contracts currently in progress or completed with in the last five years. The following information Government or Commercial) shall be provided for each of your references. (a) Contract Number and Project Title; (b) Name of contracting activity; (c) Administrative contract officer's nam! e, current telephone number; (d) Contracting officer's technical representative or primary point of contact name and current telephone number; (e) Period of performance (start and completion dates); (f) Basic contract award and final contract value; (g) Summary of contract work. (11) Provide information on any proposed teaming arrangements. Any joint ventures with 8(a) members will have to comply with CFR Title 13, Section 124.513. The capability package must be complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the firm's qualifications to perform the defined work. Interested parties to mail/submit their responses to the NAVFAC Midwest, Attention: Terryll Zade, 201 Decatur Avenue, Bldg 1A, Great Lakes, Illinois 60088-2801 or via email to terryll.zade@navy.mil. Receipt of potential offeror's sources sought package shall be received no later than Monday, March 23, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.

This sources sought notice is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, implied or otherwise to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. An award will not be made on offers received in response to this notice. This notice is not a Request for Proposal (RFP); it is a market research tool being utilized to determine the availability of sources prior to issuing the RFP. If issued, the solicitation will utilize source selection procedures, which require offerors to submit technical, experience, past performance and price for evaluation by the Government. The Government will not pay for any effort expended in responding to this notice. Estimated award date for this potential contract is August 2009.