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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF FEBRUARY 05, 2015 FBO #4821
DOCUMENT

Y -- IL Construction: Bathtub Replacement. Minor Construction/Residential - Attachment

Notice Date

2/3/2015
 

Notice Type

Attachment
 

NAICS

236118 — Residential Remodelers
 

Contracting Office

Department of Veterans Affairs;Veterans Benefits Administration;Office of Acquisition;1800 G. Street N.W.;Washington DC 20006
 

ZIP Code

20006
 

Solicitation Number

VA101V15Q0308
 

Response Due

2/9/2015
 

Archive Date

2/10/2015
 

Point of Contact

mario.quilici@va.gov
 

E-Mail Address

mario.quilici@va.gov
(mario.quilici@va.gov)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Total Small Business
 

Description

SOURCES SOUGHT Purpose: The intent of this independent living recommendation / project is to increase independence & provide temporary relief from chronic pain via installation of a deeper bathtub that will allow the Veteran to submerge his upper back & neck in hot water. BACKGROUND: Title 38 of the United States Code, (U.S.C.), Section 3120, is the statutory authority for the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide programs of independent living services and assistance in various geographic regions of the United States. Under this authority, the Veterans Benefit Administration may enter into contracts to provide services, to include construction, to primary residences when deemed medically necessary to maximize independence in daily living. Scope of Work: The contractor shall provide all necessary permits, labor, tools, equipment, materials and supervision to perform the work indicated in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The tasks provided under this contract consist of, but are not limited to the tasks listed. The contractor shall provide all ancillary tasks and materials necessary to provide a complete the removal of old bathtub & installation of new bathtub. DISCLAIMER AND IMPORTANT NOTES: The purpose of this Sources Sought is to conduct market research to determine the appropriate set-aside for this procurement and identify sources that can meet installation and delivery requirements and if they would be interested in a small, Independent Living (IL) minor construction job and to determine if this effort can be procured competitively and as an SDVOSB Set-Aside. All SDVOSB and VOSB Contractors must be verified for eligibility in the VIP database at https://www.vip.vetbiz.gov/ and prior to award. To save time, small businesses that believe they can provide the services required in this project that fully meet the Government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation in writing to the identified point of contact, as instructed below. The proposed North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 236118 (Residential Remodelers, which has a corresponding size standard of $33.5 Million. The Government will use this information to determine the best acquisition strategy for this procurement and help determine whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis; IAW VAAR 819.7004-Contracting Order of Priority and 819.7005-Service disabled veteran owned small business set-aside procedures. However, a determination by the Government not to conduct a competitive procurement, based upon findings to this Sources Sought, is solely within the discretion of the government. Any information submitted by respondents to this Sources Sought is strictly voluntary. All submissions become Government property and will NOT be returned. This announcement is based upon the best information available and is subject to future modification. This request does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. INSTRUCTIONS: All respondents are requested to identify their firm's size and type of business. Interested contractors responding to this sources sought must provide (a) capability statement demonstrating their experience, skills and capability to fulfill the Government's requirements for the above. The capability statement shall be in sufficient enough detail, but not to exceed 3 pages, so that the Government can determine the experience and capability of your firm to provide the requirements above. Responses must be submitted via email to Vernon Mario Quilici ONLY at Mario.quilici@va.gov by 9am EST on February 9, 2015. See Below Attachment: PWS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION (VBA) IL CONSTRUCTION PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT MINOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION REMOVAL OF OLD BATHTUB & INSTALLATION OF NEW BATHTUB GREAT FALLS, MT 1.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS. 1.1 Location of Work: The work will be performed at a Veteran's residence in Great Falls, MT. 1.2 Period of Performance: The period of performance is 21 calendar days from receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP). This includes the submittal review process, ordering and receiving materials, working time, and project closeout. Subject to change depending on needs and circumstances. 1.3 Work Hours: Work is to be performed from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday excluding Federal Holidays. Exceptions must be requested in writing and may only be approved by the Contracting Officer. 1.4 Optional Site-Visit: TBD; however, intend to have site-visit 2nd, or, 3rd week of February 2015 at Veteran's residence in Great Falls, MT. Subject to change depending on needs and circumstances. 2.0 SCOPE OF WORK The contractor shall provide all necessary permits, labor, tools, equipment, materials and supervision to perform the work indicated in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). The tasks provided under this contract consist of, but are not limited to the tasks listed. The contractor shall provide all ancillary tasks and materials necessary to provide a complete the removal of old bathtub & installation of new bathtub. 2.1 Background: Title 38 of the United States Code, (U.S.C.), Section 3120, is the statutory authority for the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide programs of independent living services and assistance in various geographic regions of the United States. Under this authority, the Veterans Benefit Administration may enter into contracts to provide services, to include construction, to primary residences when deemed medically necessary to maximize independence in daily living. The intent of this independent living recommendation / project is to increase independence & provide temporary relief from chronic pain via installation of a deeper bathtub that will allow the Veteran to submerge his upper back & neck in hot water. 2.2 Construction Activities: "Contractor shall coordinate with the Veteran re: removal of the existing bathtub & installation of the new tub. "Contractor shall be responsible for removal and disposal of all materials being demolished and/or removed for the project. "Contractor shall be responsible for removal and disposal of all materials brought to the site to perform the work. "Contractor shall keep the building site and adjacent areas reasonably tidy during performance of the work. Contractor shall clean any adjacent site areas sullied by the contractor at the conclusion of the work. "Contractor shall be responsible for repairing any damage (including items outside the scope of the PWS) caused by the contractor during performance of the work. "Contractor shall minimize impacts and obstructions to other areas of the property not included in the PWS. "Contractor shall remove the old bathtub in preparation for installation of the new tub. "Contractor shall install a new bathtub at the conclusion of the work. 3.0 SUBMITTALS The contractor shall provide all submittals directly to the Contracting Officer. All submittals shall be electronic where possible. 3.1 Project Close Out Submittals: Final payment will not be made until all close out submittals are complete. 3.1.1A Release of Claims (ROC) must be completed by the prime contractor and all first tier subcontractors. Submit one electronic copy of each release to the Contracting Officer. The Government will withhold a minimum of 10% of the contract amount until all releases are completed. The prime contractor may list the outstanding contract balance on the release. Subcontractors may have no claims listed. 3.1.2One-year warranty letter covering contractor's materials and workmanship for the entire project. Contractor shall provide VA with all manufacturer or labor warranties that cover periods exceeding the 1-year warranty period, one (1) electronic and one (1) paper copy of each warranty. 3.1.3Copy of all permits/permissions obtained for the work as mandated by local/state agencies. Contractor shall provide one electronic and one paper copy of all permits/permissions. 3.1.4Per section 4.2 Contractor shall provide a memo confirming the destruction of an photos taken during the course of the project. 4.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. 4.1 Security - The contractor shall ensure that all personnel (including subcontractors) assigned to perform work associated with the tasks described in this PWS have been screened through standard employment background checks. The contractor shall provide proof of these screenings upon request by the Contracting Officer. All contractor personnel must be identified with a picture ID provided by the employer and must prominently display said ID at all times while on-site. Contractor provided ID shall include, at a minimum, the employer name, employee name, and employee picture. 4.2 Photography: Any photos taken by the contractor of the Veteran's home shall not include the Veteran or any occupants of the home. Photographs shall not include any information that could be considered Personally Identifiable Information (PII) including license plates, addresses, names, telephone numbers or other information that might identify the Veteran or any occupants of the home. Contractor shall treat photographs related to this project as sensitive information. All photos shall be destroyed at the end of the project and a memo confirming this shall be required prior to final payment. If the security photos are compromised in any way the contractor is required to notify the VA immediately. 4.3 Building Access: Contain activities to affected spaces on the property. Contractor personnel shall not access portions of the Veteran's home or property not directly involved or necessary to the work at hand. 4.4 Disruptions. Minimize disruptions to home occupants to the maximum extent practicable. This includes no loud radios playing, courteous language and professional demeanor, and appropriately ventilating space for noxious odors. 4.5 Daily Cleanup. Contractor personnel shall clean the area and remove dirt and debris from worksite, at a minimum, at the end of each work period. The Contractor shall provide waste removal for all construction debris. 4.6 Deliveries: Deliveries made to the work site must be received by contractor personnel. 4.7 Storage and Staging of Materials: Materials and tools may not be stored on the Veteran's property overnight. 4.8 Utilities. Usual water and electric service will be provided to the Contractor at no cost. Contractor shall take all necessary steps to ensure that energy and water conservation policies and practices are in use. Contractor shall be responsible for excessive use of utilities and shall reimburse the Veteran for any excessive use e.g. water left on, broken pipes, etc. 4.9 Protection of Existing: The Contractor shall provide all engineering controls to protect all areas being worked on from migration of dirt, dust, over spray and over brushing, and shall return all areas (including existing HVAC ductwork) to the original condition. The Contractor shall provide all labor, material, and equipment necessary for the protection of personnel, furnishings, equipment, or building structure from damage. The Contractor shall replace or repair to the original condition any items damaged due to work performed under this contract, at no additional cost to the Government. 4.10 Demolition Salvage. 4.10.1 Removed items not indicated to be reused or retained by the Government become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site. 4.10.2 Salvage value, if any, of removed items shall be reflected in the bid. 4.10.3 The Government is not responsible for any loss or damage to materials, supplies, tools, or equipment on the site, including materials in which salvage value may have been reflected in bid. 4.10.4 Storage or sale of excess salvable material on the site is prohibited. 4.11 Pre-Construction Meeting: VA will host a meeting (teleconference) to review contractual, technical issues, objectives of the project, and communication protocols. This meeting will include discussions of schedules, submittal dates, and establish all further points of contact prior to commencement of work. This meeting will be scheduled within two working days from the award date of the contract. 4.12 Close Out Requirements: All items under this paragraph must be completed prior to submitting the final invoice for payment. 4.12.1Final Cleaning: Clean each surface or unit to the condition expected in a normal, commercial cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's instructions. 4.12.2 Construction Debris, Contractor Tools, Equipment, and Materials: All debris, tools, equipment, and materials shall be removed from the jobsite. 4.12.3 100% Completion of all punch list items. 4.12.4Submission of all required close-out submittals as referenced in Section 3.1 of this PWS. 5.0 APPLICABLE REGULATIONS, CODES, MANUALS, ETC. The contractor is solely responsible for obtaining all required permits and permissions from the local and/or state agencies as required by local codes/regulations. Any required drawings, plans, specifications, or paperwork required by the local codes/regulations shall be the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor shall perform the work in accordance with the following: 5.1 International Building Code, Current Version. 5.2 Uniform Mechanical Code, Current Version. 5.3 National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, Current Versions. 5.4 National Fire Protection Association 101 (NFPA) Life Safety Code, 1991, Current Version. 5.5 Americans with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines, Current Versions. 5.6 Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Part 1926 5.7 All applicable state/local codes and regulations.
 

Web Link

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Document(s)

Attachment
 

File Name: VA101V-15-Q-0308 VA101V-15-Q-0308_1.docx (https://www.vendorportal.ecms.va.gov/FBODocumentServer/DocumentServer.aspx?DocumentId=1845747&FileName=VA101V-15-Q-0308-000.docx)

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