SOLICITATION NOTICE
C -- Engineering Services for Navy's Specialized Antennas, Towers, and Communications Facilities
- Notice Date
- 4/30/2014
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541330
— Engineering Services
- Contracting Office
- N39430 NAVFAC EXWC, Port Hueneme 1000 23rd AVE Port Hueneme, CA
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- N3943014R1467
- Response Due
- 5/30/2014
- Archive Date
- 7/31/2014
- Point of Contact
- Kelly Oswalt 805-982-3008
- E-Mail Address
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kelly.oswalt@navy.mil
(kelly.oswalt@navy.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- THERE IS NO RFP PACKAGE TO DOWNLOAD. ALL INFORMATION NEEDED TO SUBMIT SF-330 DOCUMENTS IS CONTAINED HEREIN. SF 254s AND SF 255s WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. THIS ACQUISITION IS RESERVED EXCLUSIVELY AS A 100% TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE REQUIREMENT. The proposed type of contract will be a single award, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity, Firm Fixed Priced Task Order, contract for ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A/E) services for the Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center Acquisition, Port Hueneme, California. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 541330, and the annual size standard is $14M. This synopsis is for engineering and design services for the Navy s Specialized Antennas, Towers, and Communication facilities at various locations, worldwide. The anticipated contract will be a single award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity, for issuing Firm Fixed Priced Task Orders. The duration of the contract will be for a one year ordering period from the date of initial contract award (Base year) with four (4) additional one-year option ordering periods. The aggregate value of all Task Orders ordered under the contract resulting from this synopsis shall not exceed $15,000,000 over the base ordering year and four option ordering periods. The ordering options may be exercised within the time frame specified in the resultant contract at the sole discretion of the Government. The minimum guarantee of $15,000 for the entire contract term, including option ordering periods, will be satisfied by the award of an initial Task Order. Multiple Task Orders may be awarded with similar delivery schedules requiring the selected firm to provide services with overlapping work/delivery dates. Individual Task Orders are expected to range, between $15,000 and $300,000. Pricing information will be requested of the selected firm for each task order. The prime contractor is required to perform 50% of the work (in dollars). The design and engineering services will require expertise in architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and environmental disciplines as it pertains to Department of Defense (DoD) radio communication stations. Design and Engineering requirements will include planning, design, preparation of specifications (materials, systems and assemblies), and drawings (plans) of new and existing radio communication stations to support Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization (SRM) projects at DoD radio communication stations and facilities. Additional work in this area will include standalone Engineering studies and analysis of any or all components of a communication station and/or communications facilities structures. Adherence to current federal, state, and local environmental regulations is required. These tasks require the implementation of the Federal and DoD standards for the inspection, design, installation, construction, operations and maintenance of communications facilities. Standards to be cited and observed include: 29 CFR Part 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards, USACE EM385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, NFPA 70, National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, ANSI/TIA 222-G, Structural Standard for Antenna Supporting Structures and Antennas, ISO 9001, Quality Management Systems Requirements, UFGS-01 35 26, Governmental Safety Requirements, UFC 1-200-01, General Building Requirements, UFC 1-300-09N, Design Procedures, UFC 3-301-01, Structural Engineering, UFC 3-501-01 Electrical Engineering. The list of standards is not all-inclusive. Other standards will be listed in individual task orders. Design and other services under this contract shall be in accordance with established construction and industry best practice, and the latest revision and edition of the referenced codes and standards. The term "latest revision and edition" is defined as the version as of the task order award date. Many references are available at www.wbdg.org. The advisory provisions of all codes and standards shall be mandatory, as though the word shall had been substituted for should wherever it appears. The contracting officer has jurisdiction in the interpretation of the codes and standards, and approving the exceptions allowed in the referenced standards. When discrepancies in the referenced standards and the contract requirements occur, the more stringent requirements shall govern. Based on each specific task order, the A/E Firm shall provide engineering services necessary to repair, modify, upgrade or build support equipment and facilities at one or more Low Frequency (LF)/Very Low Frequency (VLF) communications stations or other similar locations. IThis includes project development, inspection, concept development, design, engineering analysis, and preparation of plans, writing of specifications, estimation of construction costs, controlling quality, troubleshooting, overhauling old equipment, procuring new components, installation, and testing. The equipment and facilities under this requirement are located throughout the world. The A/E Firm shall travel and subcontract for local services, as necessary, to complete individual task order requirements. Requirements of individual task orders may require performance on an accelerated schedule in order to meet strategic fleet support objectives and the broadcasting needs of each transmitter facility. The A/E firm may be required to provide quality assurance (PCAS and Title II) services during the installation and construction of communication stations. The A/E firm may also be required to provide the review of documentation, processes and procedures developed during the inspection, design, installation, construction, maintenance, and operation of communication related facilities. The A/E Firm shall provide engineering services and support, including all labor, supervision, materials, facilities, equipment, and quality control necessary to accomplish the required work in the prescribed timeframe as specified in each task order. The contractor shall have the capacity to prepare or modify documents and drawings using software that is compatible with the following: past and recent versions of Autodesk, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, and SPECSINTACT. Evaluation and selection of the most highly qualified firm will be based on evaluation of the selection criteria stated herein. The A/E must demonstrate his/her and each key consultant qualifications with respect to below selection criteria. The firms must demonstrate key qualifications with respect to the following evaluation factors The following evaluation criteria are listed in descending order of importance. 1) PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCE OF THE PERSONNEL PROPOSED FOR THIS CONTRACT. Professional qualifications include active professional registrations, technical certifications and training relevant to Specialized Antennas, Towers, and Communication Facilities for all the personnel assigned to the contract. Minimum requirements: Project engineer: Education: BS in Civil or Structural engineering, Registration: PE in Civil or Structural engineering, Experience: Ten years demonstrated structural engineering expertise in tall guyed towers (over 600 feet), with specific examples of design, analysis, inspection, rehabilitation, and construction of steel lattice masts, wire rope rigging, in-line fail-safe insulators, and catenary suspended electrical lines. Electrical engineer: Education: BS in Electrical engineering Registration: PE in Electrical engineering Experience: Ten years demonstrated experience in design of power systems, radio antenna and tuning systems. Demonstrated familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC) and related standards. Tower Inspector: Education: Training and Certification in tall tower climbing and rescue by an industry-recognized institution. Experience: Ten years demonstrated experience in visually inspecting telecommunication towers, with specific examples of base insulated guyed towers over 600 feet tall. Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector: Education: Protective Coating Specialist (PCS), as certified by the Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC). Training and Certification in tower climbing and rescue by an industry-recognized institution. Experience: Ten years demonstrated experience in QA documentation with specific examples of field sampling, laboratory testing, and environmental compliance of field fabricated steel, stainless steel and aluminum alloy structures with zinc, paint, and other protective coatings Safety Manager: Education: Training and Certification in tall tower climbing and rescue by an industry-recognized institution. Training and Certification in safety management by an industry-recognized institution. Completion of the NAVFAC Construction Safety Hazard Awareness Training is desired, and will be required after award and before commencing the first task order requiring construction oversight. Experience: Ten years demonstrated experience overseeing safety on projects to inspect, rehabilitate, and construct tall guyed towers over 600 feet. Demonstrated experience overseeing safety on projects to repair or install 3-phase electrical power systems of at least 480 volts. Demonstrated experience overseeing safety on projects involving the use of cranes or similar lifting equipment. Individual resumes shall include a maximum of five (5) specific completed projects that best illustrate the individual design of specialized antennas, towers, and communication facilities. All assigned personnel shall be fully qualified to work in hazardous locations, such as high voltage equipment, high towers, etc., and shall demonstrate an understanding of the applicable safety rules. 2) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE in design and inspection projects at Very Low Frequency (VLF) or Low Frequency (LF) transmitting stations including antenna, tuning network, feed system, or ground system. Resumes shall also demonstrate ability to perform inspection and structural analysis of guy-line and tower systems, design and inspection projects at Medium Frequency (MF) and High Frequency (HF) radio transmitting and receiving stations including antenna, tuning network, feed system, or ground systems. Contractor shall demonstrate experience with design and inspection of electric utility upgrades or installation of three phase engine-generators, transfer switch, and Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) equipment. Experience submitted by joint ventures is listed as follows in the order of importance for the evaluation of this factor: 1) Contracts where the same proposing legal entity or joint venture partners have performed together as a legal entity or joint venture 2) contracts performed solely by one of the proposing legal entity or joint venture partners was part of a different legal entity or joint venture group. Contractor shall demonstrate ability to work in OCONUS and in remote sites. 3) SAFETY (a)Submittal requirements: The Offeror shall submit the following information: (For a partnership or joint venture, the following submittal requirements are required for each contractor who is part of the partnership or joint venture; however, only one safety narrative is required. EMR and DART Rates shall not be submitted for subcontractors). Experience Modification Rate (EMR): For the three previous complete calendar years, 2011, 2012, 2013 submit your EMR (which compares your company s annual losses in insurance claims against its policy premiums over a three year period). If you have no EMR, affirmatively state so, and explain why. Any extenuating circumstances that affected the EMR and upward or downward trends should be addressed as part of this element. Lower EMRs will be given a greater weight in the evaluation. OSHA days Away from Work, Restricted Duty, or Job Transfer (DART) Rate: For the three previous complete calendar years,, 2011, 2012, 2013 submit your OSHA Days Away from Work, Restricted Duty, or Job Transfer (DART) Rate, as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration. If you cannot submit an OSHA DART Rate, affirmatively state so, and explain why. Any extenuating circumstances that affected the OSHA DART Rate data and upward or downward trends should be addressed as part of this element. Lower OSHA DART Rates will be given greater weight in the evaluation. Technical Approach to safety: Describe the plan that the Offeror will implement,, as a part of the selection process for all levels of subcontractors, to evaluate safety performance of potential subcontractors. Describe any innovative methods that the offeror will employ to ensure and monitor safe work practices at all subcontractor levels. Those Offerors whose plan demonstrates a commitment to hire subcontractors with a culture of safety and who propose innovative methods to enhance a safe working environment may be given greater weight in the evaluation. (b)Basis of Evaluation: The Government is seeking to determine that the Offeror has consistently demonstrated a commitment to safety and that the Offeror plans to properly manage and implement safety procedures for itself and its subcontractors. The Government will evaluate the Offeror s overall safety record, the Offeror s plan to select and monitor subcontractors, and any innovative safety methods that the Offeror plans to implement for this procurement. The information provided by the contractor must demonstrate that the prospective firm has performed related work in accordance with EM 385-1-1 on a regular and routine basis for at least the past five years and is able to accomplish work in safe and efficient manner. Contractor must provide detailed description and explanation for any OSHA violations that occurred in the past three years. The evaluation will collectively consider the following: a.Experience Modification Rate (EMR) b.OSHA Days Away from Work, Restricted Duty, or Job Transfer (DART) Rate c.Offeror Technical Approach to Safety d.Other sources of information available to the Government 4) PAST PERFORMANCE: The degree to which past performance evaluations and all other past performance information reviewed by the Government (e.g., PPIRS, performance recognition documents, and information obtained from any other source) reflect a trend of satisfactory performance considering: A pattern of successful completion of tasks; A pattern of deliverables that are timely and of good quality; A pattern of cooperativeness and teamwork with the Government at all levels (task managers, contracting officers, auditors, etc.); Tasks that are identical to, similar to, or related to the requirements of this synopsis Submittal Requirements: Provide specific examples, as a prime contractor, which demonstrate successful past performance on projects, such as the following, within the last five years from date of release of the synopsis. Design projects for Very Low Frequency (VLF), Low Frequency (LF), Medium Frequency (MF), or High Frequency (HF) radio stations including antenna, tuning network, feed system, or ground system. Inspection and structural analysis of guy-line and tower systems Design projects for electric utility upgrade or installation of three-phase engine-generator, transfer switch, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), and similar equipment If available, provide proof of successful performance on projects presented such as written performance rating by employer, letter of commendation or appreciation as requested below. Provide examples in the following format. If sub-contractor past performance is submitted, it must be in the same format to be considered. Please ensure that your reference information is up to date. Do not provide a reference unless you have made sure the government can reach that reference at the telephone number, email address, or postal address that you have provided. Project Title________________________________ Location______________________ Contracting Agency/Owner:_________________________________________________ Customer Point of Contact:_________________________________ Telephone #______________ E-mail address:__________________________________________ Contract Value at Award:_____________________ Date of Completion_________________________ Contract Value at Completion (Indicate # of modifications): _______________________ Government Contract #: ____________________________________________________ Client/Owner Reference:_________________________ Telephone #________________ E-mail address:___________________________________________________________ Key Personnel/Subcontractors Involved:_______________________________________ Identify which Key Personnel/Project Team members are proposed for this contract by name _______________________________________________________________________ Description of Project: _____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Provide any letters of commendations and awards received for projects provided as part of this factor to validate successful completion of projects. Provide information on any problems encountered, within the last five (5) years from date of release of this synopsis, on identified contracts or other relevant contracts and the offeror s corrective actions taken such as safety issues or mishaps requiring the filing of a Mishap Report with a government agency. 5) QUALITY CONTROL (QC): A descriptive narrative of the firm s quality control manual(s). This narrative should include the QC for technical report preparation, structural assessments, analyses and design services. Of special interest are the QC processes in place that minimize the firm's work products errors, omissions, and that ensure compliance to the regulations within the requirements are met. This submission is in addition to information provided in the firm s SF 330. Any manual(s) submitted will not be returned. 6) CAPACITY of the firm to perform the work in the required period of time. Capacity includes the firm s ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently in the required timeframe. Condition assessment reports will be required within 45 to 90 days after completion of the field inspection. The A&E shall discuss how surge workload would be handled. Firms will be evaluated on the extent to which they identify their approach to managing subcontractors in support of executing planned and emergent workload requirements. 7) FIRM EXPERIENCE WORKING IN DIVERSE CULTURAL AND TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENTS (provided that application of this criterion leaves an appropriate number of qualified firms, given the nature and size of the contract). Firms will be evaluated with respect to their experience designing, inspecting, and overseeing work in various locations worldwide. Estimated start date for this contract is July 2014. To be eligible for contract award, a firm or joint venture must be registered in the Department of Defense (DOD) System for Award Manager (SAM); via http://www.sam.gov. The selected firm, their subsidiaries, or affiliates, which prepare designs or specifications for Government contracts, are excluded from participation as a prime contractor, subcontractor, or consultant on any subsequent contract awarded based on those designs or specifications. SF 330's shall not exceed 50 printed pages (double sided is considered to be two pages, organizational charts and photographs excluded; exception: photographs with text will be considered as a page). All information must be included on the SF 330 (cover letter, other attachments and pages in excess of the 50 page limit will not be included in the evaluation process). This limitation also applies to subsidiaries and affiliates of the firm. SF 330 Part I is limited to 50 pages. SF 330, Part II is limited to one page for the prime contractor and one page for each subcontractor. In Part I, Section B, block 5, include the firms Tax Identification Number and ACASS number. Part II, block 5(b), Small Business Status - do not leave this blank. Four hard copies and one electronic copy of the submittal package are to be received in this office no later than 2:00 p.m., Pacific Time on 30 May, 2014. Submittals received after this date and time will not be considered. Telegraphic and facsimile of SF 330s will not be accepted. The acceptable electronic formats for proposals include Word 98 or latest version and Excel 5.0 or latest version. Electronic mail is not an acceptable media. Offerors shall ensure that proposal disks are virus free, and free of password protection. Thumb or flash drives are not acceptable. Site visits will not be arranged during the submittal period. In accordance with DFARS 252.204-7004, all firms must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) prior to award of any contract. Responses are to be submitted to Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center Acquisition- NAVFAC EXWC 1100 23rd Avenue, Port Hueneme, CA 93043-4301, Attn: Kelly Oswalt. Outside corner of mailing envelope shall be labeled as follows: N39430-14-R-1467 LF/VLF A/E Services.
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