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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF FEBRUARY 28, 2018 FBO #5941
DOCUMENT

C -- Nationwide AE IDIQ Contract For Office of Facilities (20M) - Attachment

Notice Date

2/26/2018
 

Notice Type

Attachment
 

NAICS

541330 — Engineering Services
 

Contracting Office

Department of Veterans Affairs;Veterans Benefits Administration;Office of Acquisition;1800 G. Street N.W.;Washington DC 20006
 

ZIP Code

20006
 

Solicitation Number

36C10E18R0111
 

Response Due

4/9/2018
 

Archive Date

7/8/2018
 

Point of Contact

John A. Player
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
 

Description

A. Pre-solicitation notice 36C10E18R0111 is hereby modified to incorporate the following changes: On Page 10, Paragraph 2 under Key Personnel Section (Paragraph D, Selection Criteria, Subparagraph 1, Technical Capabilities, Key Personnel) change the text which reads The evaluation will take into account performance of key personnel. The offeror must provide the information requested at paragraphs (a), (b), and (c) of this section for technical qualifications evaluation so that it reads The evaluation will take into account performance of key personnel. The offeror must provide the information requested at paragraphs (i), (ii), and (iii) of this section for technical qualifications evaluation On Page 12, Paragraph 2 (Paragraph D, Selection Criteria, Subparagraph 2, Past Performance), Line 2, where the text reads for each task group listed within the Paragraph 2: Project information/Statement of Work, so that it reads for each task group listed with in Paragraph C, Project Information/Statement of Work, Subparagraph 22, Tasks for the Contract At Paragraph C, Project Information/Statement of Work, please insert the attached pages 2 through 10 as Subparagraph 22. The date and time set for receipt of responses to the Notice of Intent is not changed by this modification. Tasks for the Contract: The various tasks associated with the AE IDIQ contracts that will be awarded are identified in the following paragraphs (Task Group 1 Task Group 4). Task Group 1 Assessments Pre-Construction Documents - Technical Studies: Example of the tasks includes but not limited to: Preparation of studies involving systems evaluation. Reports on the inspections of VA facilities assessing site development, utilities investigations, Federal, State, and Local permit requirements and recommendations. Analyses of existing and selected systems also, including determining available capacity involving structural, electrical, and HVAC systems. Evaluation of equipment proposed for VA facilities. Development of cost comparison studies on building systems, renovation alternatives versus building additions versus new buildings. Develop time analyses studies of different phasing alternatives. Facility Condition Assessments (FCA): Example of the tasks includes but not limited to: Provide consulting, assessment, and inspection services utilizing experts skilled in appropriate technical areas necessary for the evaluation of existing VA facilities. (Reports will indicate all systems, conditions, life expectancies, etc.) Utility Studies: Description of work to be performed: See link for description of services to perform: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/aeDesSubReq.asp A/E design Submission Requirements, Site, Topo, Utility, Landscape, and Soil Surveys Scope of Services. Assessment Consulting Services: Example of the tasks include but not limited to: Provide assessment consulting services and technical studies on a wide variety of facility design and construction issues including seismic studies indoor air quality, national codes and standards review, cost estimating, facility operations, control of indoor air quality, impact of facility standards on building performance and facility life cycle, interoperability electronic standards for facility design, construction, operation, project documentation and construction management. Services may require on-site inspections. Energy Analysis: Example of the tasks include but not limited to: Perform analysis and provide studies of energy usage including electric, gas, steam solar or other systems utilized or proposed to be utilized in the assigned facilities and VBA Regional Office or other VBA facilities complexes. Façade Studies: Example of the tasks includes but not limited to: - Perform both no-destructive and destructive evaluations of existing and proposed building facades. Special emphasis should be placed on methods used, determining longevity, thermal properties and description of aesthetic themes and intent. Seismic Studies: Description of work to be performed: Perform seismic research on the locations identified to indicate current seismic zones; analyze existing building structure for compliance with current seismic criteria. Determine needed improvements to meet current requirements and estimate cost of compliance. See guidance on the VA TIL website: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/seismic.asp Infrastructure Assessment: Description of work to be performed: Perform analysis of existing or proposed infrastructure on VBA complexes to including defining and documenting: utility capacities, physical security elements in place, fencing, pedestrian and vehicular roads, sidewalks and amenities, all associated elements of the built environment composing the VBA Regional Office or other VBA facility. The intent of the studies is to identify supporting facilities and conditions to accommodate proposed future expansions, renovations, and new construction. See the TIL for guidance regarding Physical Security studies: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dManual.asp Site survey, soil/geotechnical investigation: See link for description and instructions of services to be performed: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/aeDesSubReq.asp also follow ASCE industry standards. Risk Analysis Services: Quantify the largest risks to a project or mitigate those risks (for example, GAO conducted a schedule risk analysis for a VBA Regional Office and found that there is a 50 percent chance that the project won't be finished until more than 6 months after its estimated completion date). VA will require an integrated master schedule that includes VA and contractor efforts for all project phases. Task Group 2 - Professional Reviews Peer review - Schematic through CDs: DESIGN REVIEWS THROUGH DESIGN DEVELOPMENT STAGE Example of the desired tasks include: The evaluation, review and recommendation on all architectural and engineering disciplines' designs, calculations, specifications, reports, system analyses, conformance with sustainable design criteria and thorough completeness and coordination based upon development of the final approved Schematic Plan. Evaluations will be based upon the submission requirements established in PG-18-15. Site visits to VA facilities for participation in reviews and meetings with CFM personnel in Washington, DC CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT REVIEW Example of the tasks include but not limited to: The evaluation, review and recommendations on the complete drawings and specifications, soil borings, VA testing lab recommendations, and other documents necessary for the bidding and construction of this project. These documents will be provided by the project A/E from the approved design development documents. The AE IDIQ shall evaluate and ensure the coordination of the drawings between disciplines; conformance with sustainable design criteria; identification of errors, omissions or conflicts found within or between drawings and specifications. The AE IDIQ shall evaluate the schedule to meet the operating plan due dates for the Request for Proposal or Invitation for Bids and award dates. Review and comment on project phasing. Evaluate market conditions that may affect bidding. Review any resubmitted construction documents with recommendations as to their acceptability in accordance with PG-18-15. Constructability Review Example of the tasks includes but not limited to: The Contractor will provide a detailed analysis of the construction documents to assure clarity, accuracy, coordination and completeness of the documents. The review will focus on the suitability of the drawings and specifications for ease of construction and the placement and maintenance of equipment. Review will identify conflicts and/or claims that may arise during construction. Value Engineering Review: The Contractor will be tasked to establish a VE Task Team, be a participant within this team or make recommendations based upon an analysis of a VE report. If tasked to establish a VE Task Team, the Contractor will provide at least one architect, structural engineer, mechanical engineer and electrical engineer with additional support as necessary. A submission comprised of the individuals name, background and experiences and other relevant information is required for approval by the Contracting Officer. Experience requirements are as follows. Engage a qualified VE Consultant to provide the full service. The consultant shall have a recognized background in the field of VE; or Engage a qualified VE Consultant to work with the guide staff members; or Use a staff member who has had a adequate formal VE training (e.g. attendance at a 40 hour VE Workshop based upon the conventional formalized method of the Society of American Value Engineers) Construction Submittal Review not anticipated through the design A/E Contract: The Contractor shall provide submittal review services covering products that may not have been listed within the contract documents but not limited to cut sheets, manufacturers data/performance sheets, samples, shop drawings which are beyond the services provided by the VA selected A/E. Review periods will be established by the Contracting Office. Compatibility analyses of different materials and recommendations associated with acceptance or rejection of alternate materials and products. Review duration will meet requirements established by Contracting Officer. Specialty Consultants not available through the design A/E: The Contractor will be tasked to provide additional design services, construction and inspection services, expert witnesses or claims consultants skilled in design analysis, CPM, phasing development, construction techniques and other associated specialties. The Contractor will be required to present the technical, professional and experience background for evaluation and approval of the Contracting Officer to support construction activities or preparation of reports involving design or investigation and evaluation of issues associated with design and construction. Task Group 3 - Technical expertise/Studies Cost Estimates Description of work to be performed is found on the VA TIL website Manual for preparation of cost Estimates. http://www.cfm.va.gov/cost/index.asp On site Construction Support; QA/QC: Construction Change Support; Submittal Review Example of the tasks include but not limited to: Provide on-site quality assurance and control through witnessing performance tests of various types of structural, electrical, HVAC equipment, elevators, sprinkler systems, fire alarm, communication systems and other systems integral to a fully operational building system. Prepare reports associated with on-site inspections or analyses of test reports, review of submittal material and evaluation of contract modifications, cost estimates, daily logs, and preparation of requests for information (RFI), monitoring of submittals and other duties assigned by the Senior Resident Engineer (SRE). Prepare reports associated with on-site investigations of materials, equipment and systems components. Test performance and operation in compliance with contract requirements. As-built preparation/updates: Description of work to be performed is similar to industry standard as-built preparation services. In some cases updating as-builts will be required whereby measuring existing facilities and reviewing completed contact documents are required to update the as-builts. Work will be performed in accordance with VA CAD Standards, information can be found on the VA TIL. Preparation of BIM documentation: Description of work to be performed is found on the VA TIL at http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/projReq.asp Laser Measurement: Description of work to be performed: Provide laser measurement of existing facilities. Provide CAD and electronic submittals of results that may be used to created BIM files of existing facilities and or updates to as-built documents. Update Corporate Facility Standards and Guidelines Description of work to be performed: Investigate industry standards, current CFM requirements, trends and functional needs, as necessary to prepare new DVA Design and Construction specifications, standards and guides. Provide detailed, updates and revision of the existing CFM Master Specification, Design Guides, Space and Equipment Planning System (SEPS) criteria and any other design and/or construction standard as maintained by CFM. Physical Security: Description of work to be performed: In accordance with the latest version of the VA Physical Security Design Manual found on the VA TIL website. Traffic Studies: Description of work to be performed: Provide analysis of vehicular and pedestrian circulation in designated areas of VBA Regional Offices or other VBA facilities. The traffic studies shall be produced in compliance with industry standards and accepted by local government authorities. Structural Studies: Description of work to be performed: In accordance with the latest version of the VA Design Requirement H-18-8 on the VA TIL website. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/seismic.asp Operations and Maintenance Systems and Information support (MAXIMO is VA standard platform): Prepare, compile and provide comprehensive OMSI support information in compliance with the construction contract requirements. Provide in MAXIMO when directed. Destructive Testing: Conduct forensic testing and provide written reports and recommendations to resolve and correct deficiencies in existing conditions in built facilities. Testing and investigations may require removal some building materials to unveil areas that require examination. Task Group 4 - Design Space programming, evaluation and planning: Develop project space programs in the VA/DoD Space and Equipment Planning System (SEPS), using available workload and space data and information (demonstrated ability to use SEPS, or similar system, required). The current SEPS system produces BIM outputs which could be used as rudimentary schematic design. Space programs may require modification to account existing facility conditions or templated departments. Perform health care operation simulation and/or modelling to assist in cost/benefit decision processes. See guidance on the TIL: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/planning.asp Schematic, Concept, Design Development : Perform and prepare designs utilizing planning documentation, evaluations, review and recommendation of all architectural and engineering discipline calculations, specifications, reports, system analyses, drawings, cost estimates meeting the approved space program, compliance with established sustainable design criteria, Facility Development Plan (FDP) and Design Program in accordance with the minimum requirements for A/E Submissions, Program Guide PG-18-15. Perform services to identify and make recommendations for correction of submissions to meet the requirements described in PG-18-15. Site visits to VA facilities and meetings with Office of Facilities Management (CFM) personnel in Washington, DC. Produce the various levels of design required for VBA facilities in accordance with the TIL PG-18-15. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/aeDesSubReq.asp Construction Documents for projects: Produce construction documents consisting of drawings, specifications, and supporting calculations setting forth in detail the requirements for the construction of facilities in accordance with the TIL PG-18-15 and other guidance found on the TIL. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/aeDesSubReq.asp All design services for Minor and Non-recurring Maintenance (NRM) Projects: Design programs, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction period services as required by the VBA Regional Office or other VBA facility(s) designated by the Office of Facilities and approval of the Contracting Officer. RFP Preparation: Meet with VA officials, review and analyze any prepared documentation for proposed new VA facilities. Conduct necessary background preparation then produce Design Build Request for Proposals for VBA facilities or other facilities as determined to be acquired and owned by the VA. Design Build and Lease: Meet with VA officials, review and analyze any prepared documentation for proposed new VA leased facilities. Conduct necessary background preparation then produce Design Build Request for Proposals for leased facilities or other facilities as determined to be acquired by the VA. Interior Design: Description of work to be performed is found on the VA TIL website. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dManual.asp Wayfinding: Description of work to be performed is found on the VA TIL website. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dManual.asp Graphic Design: Description of work to be performed is found on the VA TIL website. http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/dManual.asp
 

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