US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, FTW, P O BOX 17300, 819 TAYLOR ST, FT. WORTH TX 76102-0300

Y -- FY 96, PN 023802, CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, FORT BLISS, TEXAS SOL DACA63-96-B-0097 DUE 091696 POC Contract Specialist Patricia B. Trainer (817) 978-3391 (Site Code DACA63) The work consists of the construction of a Child Development Center which includes, but not limited to administrative space; media; music; and play areas for small and large group activities; fire sprinkler system; surveillance cameras; sheltered outdoor activity space; and playground equipment and stroage buildings. Providing building preparation for energy monitoring and control system (EMCS) for a future post-wide EMCS system. Supporting facilities include utilities; electric service; fire protection and alarm systems; paving, walks, curbs and gutters; fencing; parking; storm drainage; information systems; and site improvements. Conveying storm water off-site and into an existing system. Furniture related interior design services are required. Heating (gas-fired) and evaporative cooling and ventilation (95,000 CFM) will be provided by self-contained units. Access for the handicapped will be provided. Estimated Cost Range: $1,000,000 to 5,000,000 - - Bid sets available at $46.50 for half-size and $91.50 for full-size. No individual sheets of half-size drawings may be purchased. Requests by mail must include payment in the applicable amount by company check or money order made payable to F&A Officer USAED FTW and sent to: USACE, Attn: Room 2A19, Post Office Box 17300, 819 Taylor Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102-0300. NO EXPRESS MAIL PROCEDURES WILL BE UTILIZED ON INITIAL MAILING OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. Requests in person may be paid by cash. No refund will be made and materials need not be returned. If project is cancelled or no award is made, cost of plans and specifications will be refunded only on written request. Solicitation to be issued on or about 16 Aug 96. Bid opening on or about 16 Sep 96. Duration of contract 335 days. If a large business firm is selected for this announcement, it must comply with FAR 52.219-9 clause regarding the requirement for a subcontracting plan. The Fort Worth District's subcontracting goal is for 52.5% of the total subcontracted dollars to go to Small Businesses, 8.8% to Small Disadvantaged Business, and 3.0% to Women Owned Small Business. Bids from all responsible sources will be considered. SIC Code for this procurement is 1541, Small Business Size Standard is $17 million. (0207)

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