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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF JANUARY 30, 2019 FBO #6277
SOLICITATION NOTICE

C -- New Accessible Entrance, Building 1 Project No. 542-19-114

Notice Date

1/28/2019
 

Notice Type

Synopsis
 

NAICS

541310 — Architectural Services
 

Contracting Office

Department of Veterans Affairs;Network Contracting Office 4;VA Medical Center;1700 S. Lincoln Ave.
 

ZIP Code

17042
 

Solicitation Number

36C24419R0043
 

Response Due

2/27/2019
 

Archive Date

4/28/2019
 

Point of Contact

(717)304-9291
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
 

Description

Page 5 of 5 I. ACQUISITION INFORMATION: The Coatesville VA Medical Center (CVAMC) in Coatesville, PA is seeking professional Architect and Engineering (A&E) services for Project No. 542-19-114, Construct New Accessible Entrance, Building 1. This A-E Services announcement is being issued in accordance with the Selection of Architects and Engineering firms (Public Law [PL] - 92-582) and implemented in the Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) Part 36. In accordance with VAAR 852.219-10, this announcement is set-aside for firms classified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). It is anticipated that one contract will be awarded from this announcement by about April 2019. II. PROJECT INFORMATION: The consultant shall provide all architectural, mechanical, electrical and engineering services as defined to accomplish complete contract drawings, specifications, technical reports and cost estimates for the construction of a new accessible entrance at Building 1. Existing Building Overview: Building 1 is a 77,350 square foot brick building, originally constructed in 1930, consisting of Five (5) floors; Basement, Ground Floor, First Floor, Second Floor, and Third Floor with Attic. There is currently no Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant accessibility to the Ground floor. The concept of this project is for the design of a new accessible entrance to the ground floor that will conform to the existing historic architectural appearance of the building. Scope of Work: This project provides design services for a new accessible entrance to the Building 1, Ground Floor. An Architectural/Engineer (A/E) design is needed to determine the options for a new ADA compliant accessible entrance to Building 1, taking into account the local utilities, traffic, and pedestrian flow, as well as the current interior patient services and office outlay. Based on in-depth options resultant of the design analysis, and determination of the most efficient design option as selected by VA approving authority, the A/E will fully develop the selected option which will include the entrance as well as exterior building envelope improvements and design accommodations for any disrupted space on the interior of the building. This design will also take into consideration any current projects underway in Building 1, as well as coordinate with current construction for Building 1 renovation. This project must provide complete and functional systems in accordance with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requirements, Technical Information Library (https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/spec.asp), industry standards, and all applicable code requirements. This applies to each and every system as a whole, which is affected by this project, even if only partially modified. The systems and equipment must maximize energy efficiency. The scope of work includes but is not limited to the following: The historic integrity of the Building 1 façade must be preserved within all areas modified by construction as well as any new construction, Evaluation of existing conditions inclusive of interior and exterior pedestrian and vehicular traffic patterns Address possible hazardous materials (e.g. lead, asbestos) which may be encountered and incorporate the necessary guidance in the construction documents as applicable. Investigative Work (Scope): Perform a Code Analysis to ensure that the applicable codes are being applied. Provide any civil, structural, architectural, electrical and mechanical investigative work necessary for properly designed and coordinated systems and elements. Prepare any measured drawings of existing systems or facility required to insure the accuracy of your design. Take digital photos of site major features and connection points. Digital format must be compatible with VA software. VAMC Coatesville photo ID badges are required to be worn by all A/E personnel during all project site visits. III. EVALUATION CRITERIA: The A&E selection criteria for this acquisition is listed in descending order of importance. Sub-elements are of equal importance. 1. Team Proposed for This Project Background of Personnel 1. Project manager 2. Other key personnel 3. Consultants 2. Previous Experience of Proposed Team 1. Project experience 2. At least two similar projects in size and scope (within 5 years of current) 3. Proposed Management Plan 1. Design phase 2. Construction phase 5. Estimating Effectiveness 1. Ten (10) most recently bid projects 4. Project Control 1. Techniques planned to control the schedule and costs 2. Personnel responsible for schedule and cost control 6. Response Time 1. RFI's, Submittals, Change Orders - Percentage in relation to total amount 2. Prime firm 3. Consultants 7. Proposed Design Approach 1. Architectural, civil, landscape, structural, environmental, electrical, plumbing, mechanical 8. Miscellaneous Experience & Capabilities 1. Experience in NFPA 70E and 101 Life Safety Code 2. Industrial hygienist IV. SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS: Who May Submit: This project is set aside for VAAR 852.219-10, VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside. The NAICS for this project is 541310. Where To Submit: Offerors shall submit all original proposals to: Lebanon VA Medical Center Contracting (125 Lev Stowe) 1700 S. Lincoln Ave. Building 99 Lebanon, PA 17042 Lev.Stowe@va.gov How To Submit: All SF-330 submissions shall be clearly marked with the subject line displaying the solicitation number. Interested A&E firms having the capabilities to perform this work must submit one (1) copy of the SF-330 (8/2016 Edition) including Parts I and II as described herein and one (1) CD of the SF-330 submittal, to the above address not later than 4:30 p.m. (local) on February 27, 2019. Late proposal rules found in FAR 15.208 will be followed for late submittals. Responding firms must submit a copy of the originally signed, or current (signed within the past 12 months), and accurate SF-330, Part II for the specific prime other offices of the prime, and subcontractor offices proposed to perform the work even if an SF-330, Part II is already on file. SF-330, Part II shall be provided for the specific prime, other offices of the prime, and subcontractor offices proposed to perform the work. All Part IIs MUST be signed with original signature or facsimile of the original signature (signed within the past 3 years is required) and dated. A copy of a signed/dated Part II is acceptable. Although firms are encouraged to update their SF-330 Part II at least annually, older ones (up to 3 years old in accordance with FAR 36.603(d)(5)) will still be considered by the board. However, a firm may be recommended as not qualified or ranked low if missing, confusing, conflicting, obsolete or obscure information prevents a board from reasonably determining that a firm demonstrates certain required qualifications. Indicate in Block 5b of each Part II if the firm is a Large Business, Small Business, HubZone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Woman-Owned Small Business. To be classified as a small business, a firm's average annual receipts or sales for the preceding three fiscal years must not exceed $7.5 million. Submit only one SF-330, Part I from the Prime for the design team, completed in accordance with the SF-330 instructions and additional instructions herein. It must contain information in sufficient detail to identify the team (prime, other offices of the prime, and consultants) proposed for the contract. The A-E shall not include company literature with the SF-330. In block No.4, Part II, provide the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number issued by Dun and Bradstreet Information System (1/866-705-5711) for the prime A-E or Joint Venture. The DUNS number must be for the firm or joint venture performing the work (i.e. not the parent DUNS number, but a DUNS number specifically for the office performing the work. In Section C of the SF-330, Part I, identify the discipline/service to be supplied by the Prime, Prime Branch offices as applicable, and each consultant. Provide brief resumes in Section E of the on-staff or consultant employees you intend to use to perform the work. Resumes must be submitted for each employee required to meet the minimums stated above in paragraph 3b. Resumes shall not exceed one page. In Section F, a maximum of 10 projects for the total proposed Team (including the prime and consultants) shall be provided. Use no more than one project per page. In Section G, block 26, along with the name, include the firm and office location the person is associated with. The names of all individuals included in the resumes in Section E shall be listed in Block G-26 along with their firm location and their roles even if example project experience in Block G-28 is not applicable. Also include Team Project Organization Chart in Part I, Section D indicating how each firm on the proposed team (prime, applicable prime branch offices, and each subcontractor as identified in Part I, Section C) integrates into the composite team. In Section H, of the SF-330, Part I, provide a narrative to address each of the requirements, including subparagraphs, of items listed in Section 3, Selection Criteria, of this announcement. In Section H, Part I, SF-330, firms must show their last 12 months of Medical facility contract awards stated in dollars (see 3(e) above), provide an itemized summary of awards to include Agency Contract Number/Task Order No. Awards shall be shown in an itemized summary including Agency, Contract Number/Task Order No., Project Title, and Award Amount dollars. Include a total of all listed awards. Note that award of Indefinite Delivery Contracts should not be counted as award amounts; only actual Task Orders and any modifications thereto should be included in the amounts. When addressing Team capabilities, clarify planned capability, existing capability, and prior experiences, if any. Include any other relevant information including a short discussion of why the firm is especially qualified based upon the specific selection criteria listed in Section 3. In Section H, Part I, SF-330 Generally, describe the firm's Design Quality Management Plan (DQMP). A project-specific detailed DQMP must be prepared and approved by the Government as a condition of contract award, but is not required with this submission. Indicate the estimated percentage involvement of each firm on the proposed team. Do not exceed ten pages for Section H. Front and back side use of a single page will count as 2 pages, and use no smaller than 11 font type using Times New Roman. Pages in excess of the maximums list will be discarded and not used in evaluation of the selection criteria. Foldouts are not allowed and shall not be considered. Personal visits to discuss this announcement will not be allowed. V. SOLICITATION: This is not a Request for Proposal, this is a request for SF-330's (8/2016 Edition) Architect/Engineer Firm Qualifications packages only. An award will not be made with this announcement and the Government will not pay, nor reimburse any costs associated with responding to this announcement. Any requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. No material will be issued and no solicitation package or bidder/plan holder list will be issued. A/E Firms will be selected for negotiation based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for the required work. Following an evaluation of the qualifications and performance data submitted, three or more firms considered to be the most highly qualified firms to provide the type of services required will be chosen for interviews. After interviews, only the most highly qualified A/E firm will be issued the solicitation. Registration & Certification Requirements: Before a SDVOSB is proposed as a potential contractor, their certification must be current at https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov/, and they must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at https://www.sam.gov/SAM/. Failure of a proposed SDVOSB to be certified by the CVE at the time the SF-330 is submitted will result in their elimination from further consideration for award. The proposed services will be obtained through a negotiated Firm-Fixed Price contract subject to the availability of FY 19 funding. The award of a Firm Fixed-Price contract is contemplated, and NAICS 541310, Architectural / Engineering services with a size standard $7.5M applies. NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO FEDBIZOPPS ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (28-JAN-2019); HOWEVER, IT DID APPEAR IN THE FEDBIZOPPS FTP FEED ON THIS DATE. PLEASE CONTACT 877-472-3779 or fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
 

Web Link

Link To Document
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/VA/PiVAMC646/PiVAMC646/36C24419R0043/listing.html)
 

Place of Performance

Address: Department of Veterans Affairs;VA Medical Center;1400 Blackhorse Hill Rd.;Coatesville, PA

Zip Code: 19320

Country: U.S.A.
 

Record

SN05204249-F 20190130/190128230015 (fbodaily.com)
 

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