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Y -- ARCHITECTURAL-ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR DESIGN/BUILD OF A FITNESS CENTER ADDITION, NAVAL AIR STATION, OCEANA, VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA SOL N62470-98-R-8106 DUE 041999 POC Printing Assistant, Priscilla Schaefer, 757-444-5968 -- Contract Specialist, Andy Shanks, 757-322-8258 E-MAIL: Construction of Structures and Facilities, ShanksCA@efdlant.navfac.navy.mil. The work consists of new construction of a 3,106 SM one story frame building and renovation, alteration, and repair of an existing gymnasium and an existing fitness center, and other incidental related work. This is a firm-fixed price, best value source selection solicitation. The duration of the contract is for 540 calendar days. Both designer and construction contractor capabilities will be evaluated, and the response to this announcement shall demonstrate a sound approach that illustrates a well organized, cohesive team. The use of Two-Phase Design/Build selection procedures has been chosen for this procurement. Proposals will be evaluated in Phase One to determine which offerors will submit proposals for Phase Two. Phase One evaluation factors include the following: Factor (1) Past Performance of the team including Architect/Engineer and construction members; (2) Support of Small Business Programs; Subfactor (a) Subcontracting Plan; Subfactor (b) Subcontracting Past Performance; (3) Corporate Experience; and (4) Technical Approach. Phase Two evaluation will consist of Price proposals. A maximum of five offerors will be selected to submit Phase Two proposals. For purposes of evaluation of offers, the technical factors, when combined, are as important as the price. The Government reserves the right to reject any or all proposals at any time prior to award; to negotiate with any or all proposers; to award the contract to other than the proposer submitting the lowest total price; and to award to the proposer submitting the proposal determined by the Government to be the most advantageous to the Government. PROPOSERS ARE ADVISED THAT AN AWARD MAY BE MADE WITHOUT EXCHANGES OR ANY CONTACT CONCERNING THE PROPOSALS RECEIVED. Proposers should not assume that they will be contacted or afforded an opportunity to qualify, discuss, or revise their proposals. The Request for Phase One Proposals will be issued on 19 March 1999. The receipt date of proposals for Phase One is 19 April 1999 at 2:00 p.m. Phase Two proposals will be requested after the competitive range has been established. This solicitation is available in electronic format only. All documents will be in the Adobe Acrobat PDF file format on CD-ROM. The free Acrobat Reader, required to view the PDF files, is provided on the CD or can be downloaded from the Adobe website. Drawings are additionally included in the generic TIF graphic format. A charge of $12.50 will be made for each CD. This price includes priority mail postage. These sets will be made available upon receipt of a written request, and a non-refundable check or money order made payable to the U.S. Treasury. Written requests shall be sent to: DEFENSE AUTOMATED PRINTING SERVICE, ATTN: PRISCILLA SCHAEFER, 1641 MORRIS STREET, BUILDING KBB, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA 23511-2898. Please state area code, telephone number, street address, nine-digit zip code and whether you are participating as a prime or subcontractor. Any inquiries regarding plans and specifications shall be directed to Ms. Priscilla Schaefer at757-444-5968. A copy of the planholder's list can be obtained on the internet at www.norfolk.sebt.daps.mil. Technical inquiries shall be faxed to 757-322-8264, Attention: Andy Shanks, Code 02223. The Estimated Cost Range is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code for this project is 1542 with a Size Standard of $17,000,000. This project is not set aside for small business. Large businesses shall submit a subcontracting plan prior to award of the contract. Posted 03/04/99 (W-SN304697). (0063)

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