C--IDC Contract for A-E Services for Construction Phase Services in support of various Military, Civil Works and International and Interagency Services (IIS) projects located within SWD Boundaries

1. CONTRACT INFORMATION: General: This A-E Services Contract is being procured in accordance with the Brooks Act (Public Law PL 582) and implemented in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 36. Firms will be selected for negotiation based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for the required work. This announcement is being advertised as quote mark Unrestricted quote mark under NAICS code 541330, engineering services. The contract is anticipated to be awarded in February2015. It is anticipated that two (2) contracts will be awarded from this announcement for an estimated total amount of $4,900,000 each and will have a 3-year base period and one two (2) year option period. A Minimum Guarantee amount of $2,000 will apply to the Base Period only. The contract awarded under this announcement will be administered by the Tulsa District and the Tulsa District may elect to transfer capacity to other USACE Districts in support of assigned programs. a. Contract Award Procedure: Before a business is proposed as a potential contractor, they must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Register via the SAM internet site at http://www.sam.gov. The Service Contract Act will apply to this acquisition. The proposed services will be obtained by a Negotiated Firm-Fixed Price Contract. b. Nature of Work: The services necessary for each requirement will be negotiated and awarded as individual Task Orders. The A-E shall furnish all services, materials, supplies, and supervision required to fully complete each Task Order. c. Place of Performance: Projects are anticipated to be primarily in support of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern (SWD) Boundaries. d. Contractor Manpower Reporting: The contractor will be required to report all contractor labor hours (including subconsultant labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract via a secure data collection site with the exception of civil works funded task orders. The contractor will be required to completely fill in all required data fields using the fol-lowing web address: http://www.ecmra.mil/. Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed dur-ing the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs from Octo-ber 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year. 2. PROJECT INFORMATION: The following work may be expected under this contract: General required services consist of qualified, experienced firms capable of providing the full spectrum of construction phase A-E services. The contractor must have extensive knowledge of all pertinent local building codes to include, but not necessarily limited to, the International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electric Code, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, etc. The contractor must also have extensive knowledge of the USACE three phase inspection system as well as WINRMS. The contractor shall demonstrate the capability to execute multiple concurrent task orders for construction phase A-E services including, but not limited to, providing a series of qualified construction, engineering, and safety professionals to participate as members of the USACE onsite contract administration teams at various locations (as many as 20 professionals may be required at any given time for extended periods of time of 12 months or more). The required services will include, but may not necessarily be limited to, onsite review of contractor submitted shop drawings and submittals for conformance with the approved plans and specifications, daily onsite evaluation of construction methods and materials, onsite interpretation of plans and specifications, daily evaluation of jobsite safety, onsite evaluation of construction progress, and daily onsite evaluation of construction for conformance with applicable building codes. 3. SELECTION CRITERIA: The selection criteria for this acquisition are listed in descending order of importance (first by major criterion and then by each sub-criterion), Criteria: (a)-(e) are primary criteria; items (f) and (g) are secondary and are used as a tie-breakers among technically qualified firms. The selection criteria in descending order of importance are:. (a) Specialized Experience and Technical Competence: (Ensure that all special experience requirements are reflected on appropriate personnel resumes at Section E, Part I, SF 330) (1) The selected team must demonstrate recent experience (within the past 5 years) and significant experience in performing work on a wide variety of sites located within the Southwestern Division (SWD) Boundaries in a manner that complies with Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, and within the timeframe required. It is anticipated that multiple task orders may be awarded simultaneously to the selected firm. Firms must document specialized experience and technical competence in the construction phase services area, and have extensive knowledge of all pertinent local building codes to include but not necessarily limited to the International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electric Code, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, etc... The contractor must also have extensive knowledge of the USACE three phase inspection system as well as WINRMS. The contractor shall demonstrate the capability to execute multiple concurrent task orders for construction phase A-E services including but not limited to: providing a series of qualified construction, engineering, and safety professionals to participate as members of the USACE onsite contract administration teams (as many as 20 professionals may be required at any given time for extended periods of time up to 12 months). The required services will include but may not necessarily be limited to onsite review of contractor submitted shop drawings and submittals for conformance with the approved plans and specifications, daily onsite evaluation of construction methods and materials, onsite interpretation of plans and specifications, daily evaluation of jobsite safety, onsite evaluation of construction progress, and daily onsite evaluation of construction for conformance with applicable building codes. (b) Professional Qualifications: The criteria will include a review of proposed personnel, in the following disciplines: (either in-house or through consultant) and disciplines with registration where applicable: Project Management, Construction Management,, , , Architecture, Mechanical, Fire Protection, Commissioning, Civil, Structural, , Geotechnical, Surveying, and Interior Design. Particular focus will be on the qualifications of per sonnel with knowledge of national, state, and local codes for the Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas areas, and their relevant experience with providing construction phase engineering support similar to that identified in this synopsis. (c) Past Performance: Include performance on Department of Defense (DoD) and other contracts in terms of quality of work, compliance with delivery schedules, history of working relationships with consultants, timely construction and technical support and overall cooperativeness and responsiveness. (d) Capacity: The criteria requires the selected team to provide personnel on numerous construction contracts that are administered by the Corps of Engineers. Anticipate number of personnel needed could range from 10 to 20 at any given time, depending on the workload, and typical duration of construction contracts administered by the Tulsa District range from six (6) months to three (3) years. (e) Knowledge of Locality. (Principally the area covered by the Southwestern Division (SWD). Firm must demonstrate specialized experience with respect to local construction methods. (f). Volume of DoD contracts: for construction phase services awards in the past twelve (12) months. (g). Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Participation. The extent of par-ticipation of Small Businesses and other Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Small Businesses or Entities will be measured as a percentage of the total anticipated contract effort regardless of whether the Small Business or other Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Small Business or En-tity is a prime contractor, subcontractor, or joint venture partner. Both large and small businesses will be required to submit a Small Business Participation Plan under the unrestricted solicitation, which is an evaluation factor in the Source Selection process. Market research, based on the nature and location of the work is required to determine optimal percentage of total contract dollars planned to be performed by small businesses, however, the expected minimum participation goals are listed in the evaluation criteria below. Small business participation is the collective small business participation from any type of small business or sub-category small business. Work self-performed by a small business prime offeror will be credited as Small Business Participation. The government will evaluate the proposals to determine which offeror(s) propose the best value in terms of meeting all the Small Business Participation goals using the following criteria: (a) The extent of participation of small business prime offerors and small business sub-contractors in terms of the percentage of the value of the total acquisition. The mandatory min-imum goals forSmall Business participation is 10% of total contract dollars (aggregate of all small businesses participation including the small business socioeconomic contracting programs (i.e., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB programs). The following are non-mandatory suggested goals which should be determined through market research: 1. Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) 5% of total contract dollars. 2. Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) 5% of total contract dollars. 3. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) 3% of total con-tract dollars. 4. Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) 3% of total contract dol-lars. (b)The extent to which such firms, as defined in FAR Part 19, are specifically identified in proposals; (c) The extent of commitment to use such firms (existing and enforceable commitments will be considered more favorably than business relationships that are simply planned or theoretical); (d) Identification of the complexity and variety of the work specific small firms are to per-form; All Offerors (both large and small businesses) are required to complete the following Small Business Participation Plan Form and submit with their proposal. This form will be the primary source of data used to evaluate the Small Business Participation factor. Offeror's market research and small business participation analysis in accordance with the evaluation criteria listed in the previous paragraphs should be reflected on this form. SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION PLAN FORM (a) Check the applicable size and categories for the PRIME offeror only -- Check all applicable boxes: { } Large Prime { } Historically Black Colleges or Universities and Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) or { } Small Business Prime; also categorized as a { } Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) { } Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) { } Historically Underutilized Zone (HUB Zone) Small Business { } Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) { } Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) (b) Submit the total combined percentage of work to be performed by both large and small businesses (include the percentage of work to be performed both by Prime and Subcontractors): Example: If Prime proposes a price of $1,000,000 (including all options), and small business(es) will provide $250,000 in services/supplies as a prime or subcontractor, the % planned for small businesses is 25%; and 75% for large business equaling 100%. Total Percentage planned for Large Business(es) _______% or $ _______ Total Percentage planned for Small Business(es) _______% or $ _______ _______% Total $________ Must =100% Must = Total Value of the Contract (c) Please indicate the total percentage and/or total dollars of participation to be performed by each type of subcategory small business. The percentage of work performed by Small Businesses that qualify in multiple small business categories may be counted in each category: Example: Victory Prop Mgt (WOSB and SDVOSB) performing 2%; and Williams Group (SDB, HubZone Small Business and WOSB) performing 3%. Results equate to: SDB 3%; HubZone 3%; WOSB 5%; SDVOSB 2%; VOSB 2%;). SDVOSBs are also VOSBs automatically; however VOSBs are not automatically SDVOSBs. Small Disadvantaged Business _______% or $ _______ HUB Zone Small Business _______% or $ _______ Woman Owned Small Business _______% or $ _______ Service Disabled Veteran Owned SB _______% or $ _______ Veteran Owned Small Business _______% or $ _______ HBCU /MI _______% or $ _______ (d) List principle supplies/services to be performed by Small Businesses: Example: If a Small Business qualifies also as a WOSB and a SDVOSB, and you can add them to each category below in which they qualify. Name of Company Type of Service/Supply Small Business (SB): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUB Zone): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVO): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI): ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ ____________________ ___________________________ (e) Describe the extent of commitment to use small businesses (for example, what types of commitments if any, are in place for this specific acquisition either - small business prime, written contract, verbal, enforceable, non-enforceable, joint venturing, mentor-prot g , etc.) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Important Note for Other than U.S. Small Businesses ONLY. IAW FAR 52.219-9, if a large business is selected for a contract it must submit acceptable subcontracting plans to be eligible for award. Those firms required to submit subcontracting plans are expected to conduct market research to determine appropriate subcontracting goals. A subcontracting plan is separate from the Small Business Participation plan and must meet the requirements of FAR 52.219-9 and DFARS 252.219-7003 (or DFARS 252.219-7004 if the offeror has a comprehensive subcontracting plan). SUBCONTRACTING PLANS SHALL REFLECT AND BE CONSISTENT WITH THE TOTAL CONTRACT DOLLAR COMMITMENTS OFFERED IN THE SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION PLAN Ample opportunity will exist for subcontracting with all types of small businesses including SDB, WOSB, HZ, and SDVOSB firms. By providing subcontracting opportunities to small business, the large businesses both formally and informally mentor these businesses by helping them gain experience and increase their ability to perform at a higher level. This in turn helps the small business grow as a company and independently compete for larger projects as prime contractors or upper tier subcontractors. 4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Submittals should be sent to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: Ms. Diane Cianci, 1645 S. 1645 S. 101st East Avenue, CECT-SWT-E, Tulsa, OK 74128-4609, no later than 2:00 p.m. on 16 January 2015. (a) Interested firms having the capabilities and qualifications to perform this work must submit one copy of SF 330 (6/2004 Edition) including Parts I and II as described herein and one CD-ROM of the SF 330 submittal, to the above address not later than 2:00 p.m. (Central Time) on the response date as above. The date and time are strictly enforced and late packages will not be considered. Late proposal rules found in FAR 15.208 will be followed for late submittals. Solicitation packages are not provided. The SF 330 should be complete and specifically address the requirements of this announcement. Functions to be subcontracted shall be clearly identified by subcontractor or entity and their office location (specify the address of the office and key person that is assigned there). (b) Responding firms must submit a copy of the originally signed, or current (signed within the past 12 months), and accurate SF 330, Part II for the specific prime other offices of the prime, and subcontractor offices proposed to perform the work even if an SF 330, Part II is already on file. SF 330, Part II shall be provided for the specific prime, other offices of the prime, and sub-contractor offices proposed to perform the work. All Part IIs MUST be signed with original sig-nature or facsimile of the original signature (signed within the past 3 years is required) and dated. A copy of a signed/dated Part II is acceptable. Although firms are encouraged to update their SF 330 Part II at least annually, older ones (up to 3 years old in accordance with FAR 36.603(d)(5)) will still be considered by the board. However, a firm may be recommended as not qualified or ranked low if missing, confusing, conflicting, obsolete or obscure information prevents a board from reasonably determining that a firm demonstrates certain required qualifications. Indicate in Block 5b of each Part II if the firm is a Large Business, Small Business, HubZone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Woman-Owned Small Business. To be classified as a small business, a firm's average annual receipts or sales for the preceding three fiscal years must not exceed $15 million. (c) Submit only one SF 330, Part I from the Prime for the design team, completed in accordance with the SF 330 instructions and additional instructions herein. It must contain information in sufficient detail to identify the team (prime, other offices of the prime, and consultants) proposed for the contract. The A-E shall not include company literature with the SF 330. (d) In block No. 4 Part II provide the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number issued by Dun and Bradstreet Information System (1/+1 (555) 000-0000) for the prime A-E or Joint Venture. The DUNS number must be for the firm or joint venture performing the work (i.e. not the parent DUNS number, but a DUNS number specifically for the office performing the work. (e) In Section C of the SF 330, Part I, identify the discipline/service to be supplied by the Prime, Prime Branch offices as applicable, and each consultant. Provide brief resumes in Section E of the on-staff or consultant employees you intend to use to perform the work. Resumes must be submitted for each employee required to meet the minimums stated above in paragraph 3b. Resumes shall not exceed one page. (f) In Section F, a maximum of 10 projects for the total proposed Team (including the prime and consultants) shall be provided. Use no more than one page per project. (g) In Section G, block 26, along with the name; include the firm and office location the person is associated with. The names of all individuals included in the resumes in Section E shall be listed in Block G-26 along with their firm location and their roles even if example project experience in Block G-28 is not applicable. Also include Team Project Organization Chart in Part I, Section D indicating how each firm on the proposed team (prime, applicable prime branch offices, and each subcontractor as identified in Part I, Section C) integrates into the composite team. (h) In Section H, of the SF 330, Part I, provide a narrative to address each of the requirements, including subparagraphs, of items listed in Section 3, Selection Criteria, of this announcement. ) In Section H, Part I, SF 330, firms must show their last three (3) years of DoD contract awards stated in dollars (see 3(e) above), provide an itemized summary of DoD awards to include Agency Contract Number/Task Order No. DoD awards shall be shown in an itemized summary including Agency, Contract Number/Task Order No., Project Title, and Award Amount dollars. Include a total of all listed awards. Note that award of Indefinite Delivery Contracts should not be counted as award amounts; only actual Task Orders and any modifications thereto should be included in the amounts. In addressing Team capabilities, clarify planned capability, existing capability, and prior experiences, if any. Include any other relevant information including a short discussion of why the firm is especially qualified based upon the specific selection criteria listed in Section 3. (i) In Section H, Part I, SF 330 Generally, describe the firm's Quality Management Plan (QMP). A project-specific detailed QMP must be prepared and approved by the Government as a con-dition of contract award, but is not required with this submission. Indicate the estimated per-centage involvement of each firm on the proposed team. Do not exceed twenty pages for Sec-tion H. Front and back side use of a single page will count as 2 pages, and print type used in charts, graphics, figures and tables may be smaller than 11 font but must be clearly legi-ble. For any of the text, do not go smaller than 11 point font. Pages in excess of the maximums list will be discarded and not used in evaluation of the selection criteria. Foldouts are not allowed and shall not be considered. (j) Personal visits to discuss this announcement will NOT be entertained. (k) Solicitation packages are not provided for A-E contracts and no additional project information will be given to firms during the announcement period. Facsimile transmissions will not be accepted. Points of Contact: Contracting - Diane Cianci +1 (555) 000-0000. This is not a request for proposal. In accordance with FAR clause 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting for services, quote mark At least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. quote mark