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C -- TRI-CARE CLINIC, PENTAGON, ARLINGTON, VA SOL DACA31-97-R-0003 DUE 121096 POC Colleen O'Keefe at 703-693-8931 or Contracting Officer, Mary C. Robertson at 410-962-3788 The Army Corps of Engineers plans to award a fixed price construction contract with a base plus two options. This solicitation is unrestricted. The work consists of constructing occupiable space within an existing structure (former motor pool) that will house health care functions for the facility known as the TriCare Clinic (involving the three branches of the Armed Forces) at the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. Work includes the construction of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and interior finish improvements, so as to make the space fully occupiable and in conformance with all applicable codes. Option ''a'' to the base contract is the two-phased renovation of Corridor 8 adjacent to the Clinic, which serves as the main entrance for same. Option ''b'' provides a hydraulic elevator designed for hospital use. The Government does not intend to hold discussions. The Contract will be awarded to the technically qualified offeror with the lowest price. Evaluation criteria include evidence of experience with hospital/clinic construction projects costing at least $20 million (three projects within the last five years), current management team experience with hospital/clinic construction experience, and experience with subcontractors. The project ranges in cost from $10 to $25 million. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by the agency. (0298)

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