SOURCES SOUGHT
C -- Facility-Wide Modernization and Expansion, US Land Port of Entry, Champlain, NY
- Notice Date
- 2/11/2002
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- Contracting Office
- General Services Administration, Public Buildings Service (PBS), Property Development Division (2PCB), 26 Federal Plaza, Room 1639, New York, NY, 10278
- ZIP Code
- 10278
- Solicitation Number
- GS-02P-02-DTC-0012(N)
- Response Due
- 3/13/2002
- Point of Contact
- Hester Harper, Contracting Officer, Phone (212) 264-2551, Fax (212) 264-0588, - Hester Harper, Contracting Officer, Phone (212) 264-2551, Fax (212) 264-0588,
- E-Mail Address
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hester.harper@gsa.gov, hester.harper@gsa.gov
- Description
- The General Services Administration (GSA) announces an opportunity for Design Excellence in public architecture for performance of Architectural-Engineering Design for a Facility-wide Modernization and Expansion project to the existing US Land Port of Entry (Port) at Champlain, NY; Project No. NNY 02001, in accordance with GSA quality standards and requirements. GSA Northeast and Caribbean Region, Solicitation No. GS-02P-02-DTC-0012(N). This project will modernize and expand the existing Port (US Border Station) at Champlain, NY, with a principal emphasis on site development, road construction, and infrastructure improvements. As a gateway to the United States, the Port must efficiently process traffic demands and operational requirements, while maintaining adequate safety for the staff and security of the border. An appropriate Port design must holistically unify existing and new structures / program components into a distinguished and businesslike image reflecting the official status and serious law enforcement functions of the Port. The expansion, over existing and approximately 27 acres of newly acquired land, consists of the construction of new and relocated commercial vehicle queuing, parking, and inspection areas. Additionally, the project includes, but is not limited to, the following: construction of a new secondary inspection warehouse / office building for commercial cargo; new cargo x-ray building, new outdoor firing range with service building, new secured impound lot with service building and new export control building with inspection booths; infrastructure for private broker offices; improvements and renovations to the existing main administration building, primary and secondary inspection plazas, and warehouse / garage facilities; demolition of some structures and site features; temporary facilities to accommodate uninterrupted facility operations; and extensive site work. The gross area of all existing buildings is approximately 4,077 m2 . The expanded facility (existing and new construction) will contain a rentable area of 6,137 m2, a gross area of 7,261 m2, and 510 outside parking spaces. The estimated total cost of the expanded facility ranges between $23,000,000 and $25,000,000. The Design responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, program requirements, site development, transportation engineering, infrastructure improvements, demolition, civil, structural, interior construction, plumbing, HVAC, vertical transportation, fire protection, electrical system, lighting and power, sustainable features, and special systems (emergency generator, UPS, security, surveillance, communication and data system, energy management system). The project is to include GSA design standards for secure facilities, as well as, specific tenant-agency security requirements. The existing facilities contain hazardous material requiring abatement. The Scope of A-E Services under this Firm Fixed Price Contract includes, but is not limited to: Predesign survey of existing conditions, operational analysis, programming studies; presentations to client; energy conservation analyses; development of housing plans, phasing and support for the relocation of the existing operations and occupants into temporary space, complete architectural and engineering design, preparation of specifications, CADD drawings, scheduling, value engineering, partnering, cost estimating, construction phasing and space planning, interior design, optional post construction contract services (PCCS), optional as-built drawings, optional construction phase A-E inspection services and other related services. The project will be designed and constructed in metric units. The lead A-E must have an active design production office located within a 500-kilometer radius of the geographical area of Champlain, New York. The government will not allow payment for travel, living expenses, or computer hookups for the prime firm or any consultants. In developing the project team required for Stage II, A-E Firms are advised that at least 35% of the level of contract effort must be performed within the geographic area cited above, excluding specialty consultants. If the A-E Design Firm is comprised of a partnership, corporation or other legal entity permitted by law to practice architecture or engineering, a complete description of the proposed internal responsibilities of the components must be included in both the Stage I and Stage II submittals. This entity must be in place at time of contract award. The A-E selection will be completed in two stages as follows: STAGE I: The first stage will establish the Architectural, capabilities of the "Lead A-E Design Firm". In the FIRST STAGE, a minimum of three (3) A-E Design Firms will be short-listed for further consideration. The short list will be based on the A-E Design firms' Stage I submittals in response to this Request For Qualifications (RFQ). In STAGE I, interested firms will submit portfolios of accomplishment that establish the design capabilities of the A/E Firm and its Lead Designer(s). All documentation will be in an 8 1/2" x 11" format. The portfolio should include the following: a cover letter referencing the CBD announcement and briefly describing the firm and its location, organizational makeup, and noteworthy accomplishments; and modified Standard Form 254 (Architect Engineer and Related Services Questionnaire) and Standard Form 255 (Architect-Engineer and Related Services Questionnaire for Specific Project), which must be dated not more than twelve (12) months before the date of this synopsis. Identification of major consultant firms is required at this stage. An A/E Evaluation Panel will evaluate the submission based on the following criteria: (1) PAST PERFORMANCE ON DESIGN [35%]. The A-E Design Firm shall submit graphics (maximum of three pages per project) (maximum of five projects) and a typewritten narrative (maximum of two pages per project) of new construction or major modernization projects completed by the firm within the past 10 years. The five (5) projects, shall demonstrate architectural design accomplishments with an emphasis on transportation engineering. A minimum of two (2) projects shall demonstrate civil engineering and/or multi-building design accomplishments. The narrative shall address the design approach for the features of each project and discuss how the client's program, function, image, mission, economic, schedule and operational objectives were satisfied by the overall design/planning solution (include tangible evidence where possible i.e. certificates, awards, peer recognition etc. demonstrating design excellence) and address how site constraints were satisfied by the design. Provide a client contact for each project, including name, title, address, phone, and fax numbers. A portion of one page presented for each project must include a site plan. (2) PHILOSOPHY AND DESIGN INTENT [20%]. In the Lead Designer's words (maximum of two typewritten pages each for architectural, civil, and transportation engineering), state overall design philosophy and approach to the challenge of public architecture, issues, and parameters that may apply for this type of project. (3) LEAD DESIGNER PROFILE (ARCHITECT and CIVIL ENGINEER) [15%]. Submit a biographical sketch (maximum of three pages) including education, professional experience and recognition for design efforts on similar projects. Identify and describe areas of responsibility and commitment to each project. (4) LEAD DESIGNER PORTFOLIO (ARCHITECT and CIVIL ENGINEER) [30%]. Submit a portfolio representative of the Lead Designer's ability to provide design excellence. Submit graphics (maximum of three pages per project) and typewritten narrative (maximum of two pages per project) of up to three (3) projects completed in the past 10 years. Narratives shall include a discussion of design challenges and resolutions. The narrative shall address the design philosophy with salient features of each project and discuss how the client's program, function, image, mission, economic, schedule and operational objectives were satisfied by the overall design/planning solution. Include tangible evidence where possible such as certificates, awards, peer recognition etc. demonstrating design excellence. Where there is duplication with criteria (1), the Lead Designer will address her/his participation in the project. SUBMIT SF 255 AND 254 FOR THE LEAD A-E FIRM ONLY. An A/E Evaluation Board consisting of a private sector peer and representatives of the client and GSA will evaluate the submissions. The Board will establish a short list of at least three firms. STAGE II: In this stage the entire project TEAM, including the A-E Design Firms selected in the first stage, their designated lead designers and ALL the consultants who will work on the project, will be evaluated. The A-E Design Firms will submit Standard Forms 254 and 255's which reflect the entire project TEAM. The Government will establish the criteria and the date these submittals are due and provide the selection criteria for the interviews and final selection process, with the Stage I short list announcement published in the CBD. A brief period, no longer than 14 calendar days, will be provided for the A-E Design firms to establish full project teams. The panel will interview each team. Candidates should be prepared to discuss all aspects of the criteria indicated above and to demonstrate their ability to fulfill all project requirements. Emphasis will be placed on the unique aspects of the project, design philosophy, possible approaches in carrying out the project, and project management. This procurement is being made under the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program (F.A.R. 52.219-19). This procurement is open to small and large business concerns. Before award of the contract, the A/E (if not a small business of $4,000,000.00 gross average sales receipts for the past three years), shall be required to present an acceptable Small Business Subcontracting Plan in accordance with Public Law 95-507. As part of its' commitment to socioeconomic initiatives of the Federal Government, the General Services Administration has established subcontracting goals of 42 percent for Small Businesses, 7.5 percent for Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 5 percent for Women-Owned Small Businesses, 2 percent for HUBZone Businesses, and 3 percent for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. In support of the agency's effort, firms seeking consideration for this contract shall demonstrate a proactive effort to achieve the above goals. The use of subcontractor consultants will be reflected in a Small Business Subcontracting Plan to be submitted with the Stage II submittal and included in the contract. All interested large business firms are reminded that the successful firm will be expected to place subcontracts to the maximum practical extent with Small and Small Disadvantaged, Women Owned Small Business, HUBZone and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses firms as part of their ORIGINAL SUBMITTED TEAMS. A complete Scope of Work may be obtained from Mrs. Hester Harper, Contracting Officer, at the General Services Administration, Public Buildings Service, Property Development Division, Acquisition Services Branch, Room 1639, 26 Federal Plaza, New York, NY 10278. FOR STAGE I SUBMITTALS: Interested firms must submit three (3) copies of all documents for Stage I to: General Services Administration, 26 Federal Plaza, New York, NY by 4:30 PM local time on the DUE date of this notice. The following information MUST be on the outside of the sealed envelope 1) Solicitation Number:GS-02P-02-DTC-0012(N(/Title: Facility-wide Modernization and Expansion of the US Land Port of Entry at Champlain, NY; Project No. NNY 02001, 2) Due Date: March 13, 2002, 3) Closing Time: 4:30 p.m. Late responses are subject to F.A.R. Provision 52.214-7. In Block 8 of the SF-254 specify only current W-2 payroll (non-contract) personnel of each firm. In Block 10 of the SF-255, the A/E Design Firm MUST respond to the FOUR (4) EVALUATION CRITERIA stated in the CBD announcement for this STAGE I Solicitation. In Block 11 of the SF-255, the A/E Design Firm MUST sign, name, title and date the submittal. A pre-submittal meeting will be held on Monday, February 25, 2002 at 10:00 A.M. at 26 Federal Plaza, 6th Floor, Conference Room B, New York, NY.. Interested parties must contact Mrs. Hester Harper by e-mail (hester.harper@gsa.gov), or Fax (212) 742-2846 to confirm attendance, and for any additional information telephone (212) 264-2551. Award of this contract is PENDING AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS. Contract will be procured under the Brooks Act and F.A.R. 36. SUBMISSIONS DELIVERED TO THE ISSUING OFFICE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. "NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS/OFFERS: Associated plans, drawings, or specifications provided under this solicitation are intended for use by prospective bidders/offerors (and their subcontractors and supplies). In support of this requirement, GSA requires bidders/offers to exercise reasonable care when handling documents relating to building drawings/plans, security equipment, security equipment installations, and contract guard service, to include: 1) Limiting reproduction and/or dissemination of covered materials only to persons/parties related to this acquisition or otherwise authorized to receive such information; 2) Making every possible effort that is reasonable and prudent to prevent unauthorized disclosure of this information; 3) Upon award and completion of any appeals process, unsuccessful bidders/offerors making every reasonable and prudent effort to destroy or render useless all information/ documentation received during the solicitation and/or appeals process; and 4) The awardee continuing the efforts required above throughout the entire term of contract and for what specific time thereafter as may be necessary, as determined by the awardee," This is not a Request for Proposal. NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO FEDBIZOPPS.GOV ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (11-FEB-2002). IT ACTUALLY FIRST APPEARED ON THE FEDBIZOPPS SYSTEM ON 22-AUG-2002. PLEASE CONTACT fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
- Web Link
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Link to FedBizOpps document.
(http://www.eps.gov/spg/GSA/PBS/2PCB/GS-02P-02-DTC-0012(N)/listing.html)
- Place of Performance
- Address: Champlain, New York
- Record
- SN00148426-F 20020824/020822222935 (fbodaily.com)
- Source
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