Y--Construction of the new Guns and Weapons (G&W) Systems Research Laboratories (Turrets) and warehouse support space at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District intends to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) Firm-Fixed Priced (FFP) contract for the construction of the new Guns and Weapons (G&W) Systems Research Laboratories (Turrets) and warehouse support space at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. These facilities will provide Defense Systems Engineering Laboratory High Bay space, Major & Medium Caliber Laboratory space, renovated Minor Caliber Laboratory and Machine Shop, renovated storage space, and Gun Mount foundations for the BRAC mission. Special features include security controlled lab and spaces that satisfy SIPRNET requirements, information systems, fire protection, and Anti-terrorism/Force Protection. The new facility will have conference rooms, laboratory spaces and mechanical rooms. Supporting Facilities include site work, paving, site improvements and utilities. The Solicitation will be posted ON OR ABOUT 13 July 2009. This procurement is being solicited as SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE. The applicable NAICS CODE is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The small business size is $33,500,000.00. The SIC Code is 1629, Heavy Construction, not elsewhere classified. The estimated cost is $10 - $15 million. BASIS FOR AWARD - Procurement will be best value, based on the lowest priced technically acceptable (LPTA) proposal. The successful Offeror must construct complete and usable facilities, as described in the RFP documents. The successful Offeror must have submitted a clear and concisely written proposal that gives the Government confidence in the Offerors ability to meet the Government's requirements at the lowest price. Offerors must demonstrate a thorough understanding of project requirements and a commitment to performance in accordance with the RFP in all aspects of project execution. Price will not be rated; lowest price will be the basis of award to the successful Offeror. To be considered acceptable, Offerors shall specifically address each of the evaluation factors. Evaluation Criteria: The evaluation factors are as follows: Factor 1: Past Relative Experience, Factor 2: Past Performance, Factor 3: Qualifications of The Offerors Personnel. Factors 1, 2 and 3 are weighted equally. This is a lowest price technically acceptable procurement. OFFERORS ARE TO BE ADVISED THAT AN AWARD MAY BE MADE WITHOUT DISCUSSIONS OR ANY CONTACT CONCERNING THE PROPOSAL RECEIVED. However, the Government reserves the right to enter into discussion if deemed necessary, and if discussions are conducted, the Offerors within the competitive range will be afforded the opportunity to revise their proposal. Proposals will be submitted to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Contracting Division, Room 1843, 26 Federal Plaza, New York, NY 10278. 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More definitive guidance and instructions will be incorporated in the solicitation and resultant contract. Point of Contacts: MAJ Sean Imbs, Contract Specialist, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, 26 Federal Plaza, Room 1843, New York, NY 10278-0090. Telephone: 917-790-8172. Fax: 212-264-3013. E-mail: Sean.P.Imbs@usace.army.mil.