C -- Indefinite Quantity Contract for Architectural Design and Engineering Services for Projects at the U. S. Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba

Architect-Engineer or Engineering Services are required for the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, related studies, asbestos and lead paint sampling and tests, building inspections including confined space inspections, surveying services, all associated engineering services, shop drawing review, as-built drawing preparation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) preparation (provides construction contract inspection requirements), Operation and Maintenance Support Information (OMSI), construction inspection and engineering consultation services during construction for several projects. The Government will reserve an option to negotiate final plans, specifications, cost estimates, related studies, all associated engineering services, review and approval of submittals, and all post construction award services for all projects. Project work may consist of, but not limited to: (a) New construction of structures such as warehouses, office buildings, recreational facilities, ammunition and hazardous waste storage facilities, watch towers, etc.; (b) General building renovation work; (c) General repairs of roads, housing, refugee villages, airfield runways and taxiways, aprons, water, storm, sanitary, fuel, telephone and electrical distribution systems, fire and intrusion detection and alarm systems, and fire protection systems; (d) Conduct life safety code studies, space planning studies, general structural analysis (including, but not limited to, roof, cranes, piers, etc.), air conditioning building load and system sizing analyses, water and fuel distribution system analyses, potable and plumbing system analysis, electrical distribution and system sizing analyses and complete building inspection. Firms are required to prepare the cost estimate utilizing the NAVFAC SUCCESS system in work breakdown structure (WBS), the specifications in the SPECSINTACT system format, and all drawings shall be submitted in an AutoCAD compatible format. The design contract scope may require evaluation and definition of asbestos materials and toxic waste disposition. Fee negotiations would provide for laboratory testing and subsequent preparation of plans and specifications may require definition of removal and/or definition of disposal process. Firms responding to this announcement must be prepared to accept the aforementioned as a part of their contract responsibility. The A&E must demonstrate his and each key consultant's qualifications with respect to the published evaluation factors for all services. Evaluation factors (1) through (6) are of equal importance; factors (7), (8) and (9) are of lesser importance and will be used as tie-breakers among technically equal firms. Specific evaluation factors include: (1) Specialized Experience - Firms will be evaluated in terms of: (a) their past experience with regard to the type of work listed above; and (b) knowledge of local codes, laws, permits and construction materials and practices of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; (2) Professional qualifications and technical competence in the type of work required: Firms will be evaluated in terms of the design staff's: (a) active professional registration and ability to provide registration compliance with Cuban environmental law either within the firm or via consultant; (b) experience (with present and other firms) and roles of staff members specifically on projects addressed in evaluation factor number one; (c) capability to provide qualified backup staffing for key personnel to ensure continuity of services and ability to surge to meet unexpected project demands; and (d) organization and office management as evidenced by management approach (management plan for this project), and personnel roles in organization; (3) Sustainable Design - Firms will be evaluated in terms of their knowledge and demonstrated experience in applying sustainability concepts through an integrated design approach and designing in accordance with the U. 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Green Building Council, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System; (4) Capacity to complete up to ten taskings each year (show current and projected workload with a plan and schedule on how you propose to accomplish this work) - Firms will be evaluated in terms of impact of this workload on the design staff's projected workload during the contract period; (5) Past performance - Firms will be evaluated in terms of one or more of the following (with emphasis on projects addressed in factor number one): (a) the process for cost control and the key person responsible; (b) performance ratings/letters of recommendations received; and (c) demonstrated ability to respond with design efforts on extremely short notice; (6) Quality Control Program - Firms will be evaluated on the acceptability of their internal quality control program used to ensure technical accuracy and discipline coordination of plans and specifications - list key personnel responsible; (7) Firm location (provided that application of this criterion leaves an appropriate number of qualified firms, given the nature and size of the contract); (8) Volume of Work - Firms will be evaluated in terms of work previously awarded to the firm by DOD with the objective of affecting an equitable distribution of DOD A&E contracts among qualified A&E firms, including small and small disadvantaged business firms and firms that have not had prior DOD contracts; and (9) Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Subcontracting Plan - Firms will be evaluated on the extent to which they identify and commit to the published Small Business Subcontracting Program. The Secretary of the Navy has assigned Naval Facilities Engineering Command goals expressed in terms of percentages of total planned subcontracting dollars for utilization of small businesses of 65%. Included in the SB goals are targets for: Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) including Historically Black Colleges/Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) - 14.8%, Women-owned Small Business (WOSB) - 14.4%, Veterans Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) - 3%, Services Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) - 3%, and HUBZone Small Business - 3%. Large Business Firms shall submit their Navy-wide SF 295 (Standard Form 295, Summary Subcontract Report) with their Standard Form 255. The slated firms will be required to provide a preliminary subcontracting plan (support for small business subcontracting) as part of the interview. The contract requires that the selected firm have an on-line access to E-mail via the internet for routine exchange of correspondence, and have Central Contractor Registration. The duration of the contract will be for one (1) year from the date of an initial contract award. The proposed contract includes two (2) one (1) year Government options for the same basic professional skills. The total A&E fee that may be paid under this contract will not exceed $1,500,000; however, the yearly maximum may total up to $750,000. No other general notification to firms for other similar projects performed under this contract will be made. Type of contract: Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Quantity Contract. Estimated start date is September 2003.--Architect-Engineer firms which meet the requirements described in this announcement are invited to submit completed Standard Forms (SF) 254 (unless already on file) and 255, U. S. Government Architect-Engineer Qualifications, to the office shown above. In Block 10 of the SF 255, discuss why the firm is especially qualified based upon synopsized evaluation factors; and provide evidence that your firm is permitted by law to practice the professions of architecture or engineering, i.e., State registration number. For selection evaluation factor (1), provide the following information for only the staff proposed for this work using these column headings: NAME, RELATED PROJECTS WORKED ON, YEAR, FIRM, and TECHNICAL ROLE. Use Block 10 of the SF 255 to provide any additional information desired and continue Block 10 narrative discussion on plain bond paper. All information must be included within the SF 255. Provide a synopsis of the scope of work, point of contact and telephone number for each project listed in SF 255 Block 8. Firms having a current SF 254 on file with this office and those responding by 4:00 p.m. EST, 15 May 2003 will be considered. Late responses will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.215-1. Hand carried proposals will not be accepted. Electronic (email, facsimile, etc.) submissions are not authorized. Firms responding to this advertisement are requested to submit only one copy of qualification statements. The qualification statements should clearly indicate the office location where the work will be performed and the qualifications of the individuals anticipated to work on the contract and their geographical location.--This proposed contract is being solicited on an unrestricted basis, therefore, replies to this notice are requested from all business concerns.--The small business size standard classification is NAICS 541330 ($4,000,000).--This is not a request for proposals. Inquiries concerning this project should mention location and contract number. See Note 24.