C1DA--PROJECT 516-22-602, Architect and Engineering (A/E) Install Alternate Connections for Steam and Chilled Water

Page 1 of 3 PRESOLICITATION NOTICE THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR STANDARD FORM (SF) 330 ARCHITECT-ENGINEER QUALIFICATION PACKAGES ONLY. ALL INFORMATION NEEDED TO SUBMIT SF 330 DOCUMENTS IS CONTAINED HEREIN. NO SOLICITATION PACKAGE, TECHNICAL INFORMATION, OR BIDDER/PLAN HOLDER LIST WILL BE ISSUED. THE GOVERNMENT WILL NOT PAY, NOR REIMBURSE ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH RESPONDING TO THIS REQUEST. THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. INTRODUCTION: This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Project Number 561-22-602 that requires Architect and/or Engineering (A&E) Design Services to Install Alternate Connections for Steam and Chilled Water at the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System (BPVAHCS), 2489 Diplomat Parkway East, Cape Coral, FL 33909. This project is a 100% Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSB). The NAICS code for this procurement is 541330 Engineering Services and the annual small business size standard is $25.5M. This project requires a full design team to complete this project. The projected award date for the anticipated A&E contract is on or before August 29, 2023. All information needed to submit SF330 documents is contained herein. The magnitude for construction (not design) of this project is between $1,000,000.00 and $2,000,000.00 in accordance with FAR 36.204(f). Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 36.6 selection procedures apply. The architectural/engineering sources listed herein are being procured utilizing the Selection of Architects and Engineer s statute, also known as the Brooks Act or Qualifications Based Selection (QBS), FAR Part 36.6, VAAR Part 836.6, and VAAM Part 836.6. All submissions will be evaluated in accordance with (IAW) the evaluation criteria identified in the Selection Criteria. At least three (3) of the firms deemed to be the most highly qualified, after initial source selection, will be chosen for discussions/interviews. Firms will be selected based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for the required work as submitted. Firms that design or prepare specifications in conjunction with this contract are prohibited from participating in any future construction contracts based on those documents. DESCRIPTION: The Government is seeking an A&E firm to provide all professional services required for the design of complete construction documents (i.e., working drawings, specifications, reports, estimates, and construction period services) for Project Number 561-22-602 entitled Install Alternate Connections for Steam and Chilled Water at Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, in accordance with items herein specified. Construction document tasks will include, but will not be limited to, preparation and/or performance of reports, specifications, rendering, working drawings, site visits, meetings, meeting minutes, phasing/scheduling, and other related information, and services. The A&E shall furnish services for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. The anticipated scope is defined here for reference and final confirmation needs to be coordinated with the Government. See attached Statement of Work for more detailed information. The review/design of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, or other engineering features of the work shall be accomplished by architects or engineers registered in a State or possession of the United States, or in Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia and be authorized to complete professional design services in the state of Florida. The project drawings/design shall follow applicable standards and codes described in VA Program Guides and design materials. Master Construction Specifications Index, VA Construction Standards Index, VA Standards Index, and Criteria are available in the Technical Information Library (TIL) on the VA Website address: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/. The awarded A&E firm will prepare drawings and specifications in sufficient detail such that qualified outside general contracting companies can prepare accurate and timely proposals for the desired work. The awarded A&E firm is responsible for ensuring that the specifications and drawings supplied fully represent all of the work described in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The Medical Center must remain operational throughout the construction period and a detailed sequence of work will be provided by the A&E firm to minimize the impact of the construction. All offerors are advised that in accordance with VAAR 836.606-71, the total cost of the contract for A&E services must not exceed 6 percent of the estimated cost of the construction project plus any fees for related services and activities. Additionally, FAR Clause 52.236-22 (c) - Design Within Funding Limitation, will be applicable to this procurement action. Design limitation costs will be provided to the most highly rated A&E firm selected to complete the design. Personal visits for the purpose of discussing this announcement will not be entertained or scheduled. Selection shall be in the order of preference from the firms considered Most Highly Qualified. Questions may be directed only by email to contact@example.gov. In accordance with FAR 36.209 Construction Contracts with A&E Firms and 36.606 (c), all interested contractors are hereby put on notice that no construction contract may be awarded to the firm that ultimately designs this requirement. In accordance with VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 852.219-73, at 50% of the cost of personnel for contract performance of the contract shall be spent for employees of the SDVOSB concern or employees of other eligible SDVOSB concerns. See VAAR Clause 819.7003 for eligibility requirements regarding SDVOSB or Veteran Owned Small Business Set-Aside. The selection of the most qualified contractor will follow the guidance provided in FAR 36.6 Architect-Engineer Services. Additionally, this solicitation is also issued in accordance with Public Law 109-461, the Veterans Benefits, Healthcare Information, and Technology Act of 2006, Sections 502 and 503, as a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) contractors. Pursuant to 38 USC 8127(d), competition is restricted to SDVOSB construction firms, as there is a reasonable expectation that two (2) or more offers from SDVOSB contractors will be received under this solicitation. Apparent successful offerors shall be certified at Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert). Failure to be CERTIFIED by Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) at the time SF-330s are submitted, when the proposal is received as a result of the solicitation issued to the most qualified firm, and on the date of contract award will result in the offeror s proposal/SF 330 being determined ineligible for award. All offerors are urged to contact Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) if they have not already done so. SF 330s will be evaluated in accordance with the selection criteria as stated in this pre-solicitation notice. These evaluations will determine the most highly qualified firms for this particular requirement. In accordance with FAR 36.602-3-(c), at least three (3) of the most highly qualified firms will then be notified of the Government s intent to hold discussions. Discussions will be held with the most highly qualified firms in the form determined to be most advantageous and economical by the Contracting Officer. This may include in writing, via phone interview, or in-person interview presentations. The firms invited to participate in discussions will be notified by email and provided further instructions, including any questions or topics to address. Following the completion of discussions, the firms will be evaluated and ranked for selection based on the selection criteria, and the most highly qualified firm will be selected and subsequently sent the solicitation. The final evaluation and ranking will consider the SF 330 submission for each firm, as well as additional information obtained via discussions. A site visit may be authorized for the highest rated firm during the negotiation process at no cost to the Government. If negotiations are not successful with the highest-rated firm, the firm will be notified that negotiations have been terminated. Negotiations will then be initiated with the next highest rated firm, and so on until an award can be made or the requirement is canceled. SELECTION CRITERIA: The VA will utilize the following selection criteria in descending order of importance to evaluate firms: SF 330 Evaluation - Stage I (Pre-selection) FACTOR 1 PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION Professional qualifications necessary for satisfactory performance of required services. Specific qualifications (i.e., education, training, registration, certifications, overall relevant experience, and longevity with the firm) of personnel proposed for assignment to the project. The Designer of Record must be registered and licensed to complete design work for projects completed in the state of Florida. The Designer of Record must have at least five (5) years of experience. The Lead Designer in each discipline must be registered but does not have to be registered in the particular state where the project is located. Record of working together as a team for the personnel proposed for assignment on this project. Submit the types and number of projects the firms (or design team members) have worked on together. Provide professional license numbers and/or proof of licensure of key personnel proposed to complete work on the project. FACTOR 2 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCE Specialized experience and technical competence in the type of work required: Specialized experience and technical competence will be evaluated based on the design team members knowledge, both individually and collectively as a team. Experience should include: In accordance with the attached SOW (See Project Overview) Facility Upgrades Interior Finishes Construction Inspection Services Site Investigations Life Safety and Certification Services and Reports New Construction and Renovations Firms shall submit project information on at least five (5) but up to seven (7) designs for projects that best match the Scope of this project within Medical Facilities that the prime contractor participated in. Designs must be complete or substantially complete prior to the due date of the pre-solicitation notice. Describe processes in relation to design quality management procedures, Computer-Aided Design and Drafting/Building Information Modeling, Building Information Modeling, equipment resources, and any proposed subcontractors. FACTOR 3 SCHEDULE AND CAPACITY Capacity to accomplish the work in the required time. Provide the following items to demonstrate capacity: Provide project lists for designs in progress or completed by the personnel proposed for assignment to the project; Indicate how the team accomplishes multiple, large, and small projects simultaneously, at different locations, within required timeframes. Provide the number of and types of employees (prime and subcontractor), including the availability of additional competent, regular employees for support of projects, and the depth and size of the organization. Provide volume of work awarded by VA during the previous 12 months to the prime and all subcontractors. FACTOR 4 RELEVANT PAST PERFORMANCE Past performance on contracts with Government agencies and private industry in terms of cost control, quality of work, and compliance with performance schedules. Submit the prime firm s past performance information to determine the degree to which it demonstrates the likelihood it can successfully perform the requirements of the work as described in the Statement of Work. Submit evaluation information for all projects submitted for Factor 2, specialized experience, and technical competence. If unable to obtain a completed CPARS, past performance questionnaires (PPQ) are acceptable. Please utilize the attached PPQ document. If unable to obtain a completed PPQ for a Factor 2 project, provide the customer s contact information along with the contract information. In the case of a joint venture, LLC, or other teaming arrangement formed for the purpose of competing for this contract, the Government will evaluate the past performance of the entities that comprise the newly formed entity. The Government will use the information either furnished by the Offeror and reference(s) and/or information obtained from other independent data sources in evaluating past performance. Submit any performance rating information, especially for VA projects, as well as information about the reputation and standing of the firm and its principal officials with respect to professional performance, general management, and cooperativeness. Submit any record of significant claims against the firm because of improper or incomplete architectural and engineering services. For firms without a record of relevant past performance or for whom relevant past performance information is not available, the firm will not be evaluated favorably or unfavorably. Failure to provide requested data, accessible points of contact, or valid phone numbers could result in a firm being considered less qualified. FACTOR 5 LOCATION Location in the general geographical area of the project and knowledge of the locality of the project; provided, that application of the criterion leaves an appropriate number of qualified firms given the nature and size of the project. Firms must demonstrate knowledge of the locality which may include state licenses or projects completed for designs of projects within the state. FACTOR 6 USE OF SDVOSBs The extent to which potential contractors identify and commit to the use of service-disabled Veteran-owned small businesses, Veteran-owned small businesses, and other types of small businesses as subcontractors. Firms must affirmatively acknowledge that they will commit to the use of SDVOSBs to the maximum extent practicable. FACTOR 7 CONSTRUCTION PERIOD SERVICES Experience in construction period services to include professional field inspections during the construction period, review of construction submittals, support in answering requests for information during the construction period, and support of construction contract changes to include drafting statements of work, and cost estimates Firms must describe a minimum of five (5) projects that include construction period services. These projects may be the same as the projects submitted for Factor 2, with specialized experience and technical competence. Provide reference information including the email and phone number of customers and any available completed performance evaluations for these projects. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: All responding firms are required to submit Standard Form 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifications, Part I and Part II. The SF 330, Part I must clearly indicate the office location where the work will be performed, the qualification of the individuals and subcontractors proposed to work on the contract, and their geographical location. You must submit your qualifications, and any supplemental information (such as past performance, spreadsheets, backup data, and technical information), electronically to contact@example.gov no later than the due date and time of the submission. Files must be readable using the current Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF). When submitting construction drawings, contractors are required to submit one set in AutoCAD and one set in Adobe PDF. SF 330 submissions received after the due date and/or time will be handled IAW FAR 15.208 (b). Please see FAR 15.207(c) for a description of the steps the Government shall take regarding unreadable offers. To avoid rejection of an offer, vendors must make every effort to ensure their electronic submission is virus-free. Password-protecting your offer is not permitted. Please note that the Government can no longer accept .zip files. SF 330s shall be provided on standard letter size 8-1/2 by 11-inch paper, limited to a maximum of thirty-five (35), single-sided, single-spaced, and numbered pages. This includes a title page, table of contents, and any other relevant information. If more than thirty-five (35) single-sided pages are submitted, all pages after thirty-five (35) pages will not be evaluated. The font for text shall be Times New Roman 12-point or larger. Part II of the SF 330 and any Contractor Performance Assessment Rating System (CPARS) reports and Past Performance Questionnaires will not count as part of the page limitations. The SF 330 shall be submitted in one email and have a file size no larger than 5 MB. No hard copies will be accepted. Email subject lines must be labeled Project No. 561-22-602 Install Alternate Connections for Steam and Chilled Water Solicitation Number 36C24823R0133 . All SF 330 submissions must include the following information either on the SF 330 or by accompanying document: 1) Cage Code; 2) Dun & Bradstreet Number (if assigned, historical purposes); 3) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI); 4) Tax ID Number; 5) Email address and Phone number of the Primary Point of Contact; 6) A copy of the firm s VetCert Certification. All Joint Ventures must be SBA certified at the time of submission and firms shall submit agreements that comply with 13 CFR 125.15 prior to contract award. NOTE: Only submissions from SDVOSB concerns will be acceptable for this project. In order for a SDVOSB to be considered as a proposed contractor, the firm must be certified by Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) (www.veterans.certify.sba.gov) and registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) at the time of submission of their qualifications. Failure of a proposed SDVOSB to be certified by SBA at the time the SF 330 is submitted shall result in elimination from consideration as a proposed contractor. VA Primary Point of Contact: Elizabeth Romero, Contracting Officer , email: contact@example.gov, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 8, Construction Team 3.