C--A/E Services - Replace Fire Alarm System, Project No. 542-07-103

This is not a request for proposals. This announcement is being issued to request two copies of an SF 330 (hard copies only) from qualified and eligible 100% SERVICE DISABLED VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS. The VA Medical Center (CVAMC) in Coatesville, PA is seeking professional A/E services for the "Replace Fire Alarm System-Station-Wide" project no. 542-07-103 to replace the entire fire alarm system for the Coatesville VA Medical Center, Coatesville, PA, campus and shall include all necessary work for complete and functional systems in accordance with the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) requirements, industry standards and all applicable code requirements. All fire alarm system functions shall be maintained throughout the entire constructions and change-over process. The system shall be completely independent from all other systems (i.e. Building Automation System, IT, and telephone. The A/E will have 200 days to complete this design after the notice to proceed. A/E will provide a 50% Construction Documents Review; 90% Construction Documents Review; and the100% Final Submission of Construction Documents. The work shall meet all applicable VA design criteria and construction standards. The estimated construction budget is between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000. The area of consideration for this acquisition is restricted to firms within 150 mile radius of the VA Medical Center in Coatesville. Interested firms must submit two (2) copies of SF330 with appropriate documentation and information to Carol L. Pomraning, Contracting Officer (542/90C), VAMC, Building 19S, 1400 Blackhorse Hill Rd., Coatesville, PA 19320 by close of business (4:30 PM, EST), Monday, May 17th. A/E firms must be registered at www.ccr.gov and www.vetbiz.gov. Following an evaluation of the qualifications and performance data submitted, three or more firms that are considered to be the most qualified to provide the type of services required will be chosen for negotiations. NAICS 541330 and size standard $4.5M apply. The award of a Firm Fixed-Price contract is contemplated and is subject to the availability of FY 10 funding. See numbered notes 24 and 25.