COMMANDING OFFICER, SOUTHERN DIVISION, NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND, 2155 EAGLE DRIVE (29406), P. O. BOX 10068, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29419-9010

C -- INDEFINITE DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS (IDR) FOR A-E SERVICES FOR NAVY AND MARINE CORPS RESERVE CENTERS IN MS, LA, AR, OK AND TX (8(A) SET-ASIDE) SOL N62467-95-R-1003 DUE 062395 POC Admin Questions: Ms. Frances J. Mitchell, (803) 743-0749 This solicitation is set-aside for 8(a) architectural and engineering firms only and is for an indefinite requirements contract within the geographical area as stated herein. The work requires architectural and engineering services necessary for the preparation of plans (Autocad Rel. 12 compatible format), specifications (using the SPECSINTACT System) and cost estimates (using NAVFAC CES program) for repairs, alterations, and/or new construction at reserve centers and facilities at remote sites located within the states of TX, OK, AR, LA, and MS. The anticipated construction value for this contract is between $10- 15 million. Reserve center and remote facility projects over $1 million in Texas and LA will not be performed until after 05 August 1996. The projects associated with this contract shall involve any combination of the architectural, civil/structural, mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines. If needed, studies and collateral equipment lists shall also be included. Each discipline must have experience in the following areas: ARCHITECTURAL - demolition, asbestos abatement, lead assessment and abatement, roofing systems, building structures, interior and exterior features and finishes, landscape design, interior design, architectural programming, graphics presentations (including photography and renderings) and physical planning. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL - demolition and site preparation, industrial and sanitary waste water collection systems, water treatment and distribution systems, minor hazardous waste cleanup and removal, storm drainage systems, soils grading and associated work, roads, parking lots, fencing, playgrounds and associated type facilities, building cladding and framing systems, building foundation systems, structures and foundations for towers, platforms, catwalks, tanks, manholes, utility support systems and other such similar buildings etc,, geotechnical studies/testing and associated work, topographic and boundary surveys, pier/bulkhead/quaywall structures and fender systems, marine sounding and surveys, corrosion surveys and studies, water intrusion studies and surveys, and underwater surveys on marine structures; MECHANICAL - heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; industrial ventilation; energy analysis; control systems; steam and hot water boilers and converters; chilled and hot water distribution; compressed air and vacuum systems; medical gas; engine generator installations and other such mechanical systems; ELECTRICAL - fire suppression and protection systems, interior and exterior electrical distribution systems up to 26.4 KV, transformers, substations, switch gear, interior and exterior lighting systems, intrusion detection systems and other similar type electrical work. Design of these facilities will include all related mechanical and electrical utilities for roads, parking lots, concrete pavement, sidewalks and general site improvements. The on-site data gathering and on-site schematic development processes may be used on these projects. Respondents should demonstrate their past performance and familiarity with this process through the use of in-house staff or outside consultants. Identify each team member's experience with respect to interactive conceptual design teams. In addition to services directly related to design, the following services may be required during the life of the contract: technical reports, studies, surveys, review of shop drawings, construction consultation and construction inspection services, Title II inspection services, preparation of Operations/Maintenance manuals, and construction record drawings preparation. The existence of asbestos, lead paint or other hazardous materials affecting construction or required demolition in various project areas is possible. The A-E may be required to conduct a comprehensive asbestos and lead paint surveys and provide a design which will provide for the removal and disposal of this hazardous material in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Firms unable to accept work which involves asbestos/lead paint and other hazardous materials need not apply. At the discretion of the government and with the concurrence of the contractor, additional requirements at other Navy and Marine Corps Reserve Centers and facilities at remote sites within the Southern Division's geographic area of responsibility may be included under this contract should these requirements be unexecutable under other contractual agreements. Contract award is contingent upon availability of funds. Contract period is one- year with four one-year option for the complete services described above. We will use the following criteria for selection listed in descending order of importance: 1. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Technical qualifications of the firm's design team members to design similar repair, alterations and new construction projects (to/for reserve center or other remote site DOD facilities); b) Experience in and knowledge of multi-discipline design projects; c) Knowledge of Navy regulations through recent design experience, d) Professional registration of each discipline's lead designer; and e) Interior designer with National Council of Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) or National Council of Architectural Registration Board (NCARB). 2. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Recent multi-discipline experience of proposed design team, including consultants, in the design of repair, alteration and new construction projects; b) Post construction contract award services on similar projects to ensure design and construction quality; and c) Evidence of experience by both the firm and key personnel in comprehensive interior design, including space planning, prewired workstation specification and design, furniture specification, and knowledge of the acquisition process including applicable FAR and funding limitations. 3. PERFORMANCE: Past performance on contracts with the Department of the Navy and private industry in terms of cost control, quality of work, and compliance with performance schedules. 4. CAPACITY: a) Capacity of the firm and proposed design team to perform multiple projects concurrently; and b) Ability of the firm to sustain the loss of key personnel while accomplishing the work within the required time limits. 5. LOCATION: a) Knowledge of probable site conditions; b) Knowledge of regulatory requirements that would affect projects; and c) Geographic location of the firm to ensure timely response to requests for on-site support. 6. VOLUME OF DOD WORK: Firm will be evaluated in terms of work previously awarded to the firm by DOD within the past twelve months with the objective of affecting an equitable distribution of contracts among qualified A-E firms including small and small disadvantaged business firms and firms that have not had prior DOD A-E contracts. 7. JOINT VENTURE, TEAMING OR SUBCONTRACTOR UTILIZATION: Firms will be evaluated on the extent to which potential contractors identify and commit to small business and to small disadvantaged business, historically black college and university, or minority institution in performance of the contract, whether as a joint venture, teaming arrangement, or subcontractor. In order to expedite your firm's consideration by the committee, the following application data shall be substituted for Blocks 7, 8, 9, and 10 in the SF 255: 1. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Submit a matrix for each design team, including alternates, that contains the following data about the member's assignment: Team member's name, firm name, office location, proposed team assignment, % time to be spent on this team, highest education level/discipline (example: BS, mechanical engineering), states of professional registration, number of years of professional experience, number of years with the firm. Also, for project managers and team leaders, identify the number of teams (design, consultants, and joint venture partners) they have managed over the past three years. Include an affirmative statement that the firm is a certified 8(a) A-E firm including the date of graduation from the program and the sponsoring SBA District Office. 2. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Provide a description of at least three germane, recent projects with clients for which team members provided a significant technical contribution. Work on these projects must have been done in the last 5 years. Indicate how each project is relevant to the work described herein. In matrix form, identify which team members worked on the projects described above. Projects shall be in the left column and team member names shall be across the top row of the matrix. Also, describe team's experience with Autocad Rel.12, the SPECSINTACT System, the NAVFAC Cost Estimating System, and interactive conceptual design teams. 3. PERFORMANCE: Provide a tabular listing of all excellent performance ratings and letters of commendation from both private and DOD clients (Designate your role: prime, consultant or joint venture partner). These ratings should be dated 1988 or later and should include those for joint venture partners and consultants. Provide a list of projects with construction value over $200,000.00 managed by the proposed project manager(s), that started construction since Jan 1988 and include the following data: client's contact, client's need date, design completion date, and final cost estimate compared to the contract award amount (note whether bid or negotiated). 4. CAPACITY: Submit an organizational chart with the following information: Principal point of contact, project manager, team leaders, the name of each design team member, all team member assignments, and the name of at least one alternate for each key person. Summarize your plan for starting project development in August 1995, and for simultaneously accomplishing design of multiple, large projects within one calendar year for approximately $3 million of construction value. 5. LOCATION: Provide a list of recent projects performed by the firm or joint venture partners and appropriate consultants in the states encompassed by the contract area. Also include the types of regulatory requirements involved with each project. 6. VOLUME OF DOD WORK: Provide total dollar value of DOD awards within the last twelve months. 7. JOINT VENTURE, TEAMING OR SUBCONTRACTOR UTILIZATION Provide a listing of potential contracting opportunities with small/small disadvantaged business and/or minority institution or business. Give an approximate percentage of work to be contracted for each opportunity listed. At the selection interview, A-E firms slated for interviews must submit their Design Quality Assurance Plan (DQAP), including an explanation of the management approach, an organizational chart showing inter-relationship of management and design team components, specific quality control process, a portfolio of design work (both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities), a listing of present business commitments and their required completion schedules, financial and credit references (include name and telephone numbers of officers at their financial institutions), and performance references other than Southern Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command (include 3 or more with names and telephone numbers of the contract administrators). For consideration, provide one submittal package including one original SF 255 and one original SF 254 for each firm proposed. The SF 255 with attachments shall be limited to 25 pages, type size not smaller than 12 pitch font. Every page that is not an SF 254 will be included in the page count. The submittal must be received in this office not later than 4:00 P.M. EASTERN DAYLIGHT TIME on FRIDAY 23 JUNE 1995. Submittals received after this date and time will not be considered. If additional firms are needed for consideration, SF 254's already on file will be used. Include telefax numbers in Block 3a and Contractor Establishment Code (formerly the DUNS number), Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Codes, if known, and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) in Block 3. The DUNS, CAGE and TIN are discussed in the DOD FAR Supplement, Part 204 Subpart 204.671-5. Label lower right corner of outside mailing envelope with ''A-E Services, 95-R-1003''. This is not a request for proposal. Site visits will not be arranged during advertisement period. Address all responses to ATTN: Code 0213FM. (0139)

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