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COMMERCE BUSINESS DAILY ISSUE OF JULY 10,2000 PSA#2638

ROICC Puerto Rico, NAVFACENGCOM, Contracts, PSC 1008, Box 3976, FPO AA 34051-3976 (Attn: Code 02)

C -- INDEFINITE QUANTITY CONTRACT FOR A-E SERVICES FOR MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR PROJECTS AT U.S. NAVAL STATION ROOSEVELT ROADS, PR SOL N62470-00-B-5764 DUE 080800 POC Domingo Rivera, JR., Contracting Officer, 787-865-3104 and/or Ms. Delia M. Owens, Contract Specialist, 787-865-3105 E-MAIL: PERALESA@mercury.navstarr.navy.mil, OWENSD@mercury.navstarr.navy.mil. 17. Architect-Engineer or Engineering Services are required for the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, related studies, evaluation of systems and all associated engineering services for several Mechanical/Electrical projects. The Government will reserve the option to negotiate construction inspection services and the preparation of Operating and Maintenance Support Information (OMSI). There is likely to be a variety of mechanical electrical design projects issued under this contract as task orders (TO). The A&E must be able to demonstrate his qualifications, with respect to the published evaluation factors to perform the following work: (A) Provide design work to replace, repair or provide new: HVAC systems and controls, sanitary and water distribution systems, compressed gases systems, plumbing systems, interior/exterior pier electrical distribution, electric distribution and control systems rated from low voltage to 38.0 KV systems, lighting, cathodic protection, lightning protection, remote control systems, photo voltaic cells, remote signals, underground storage tanks and spill containment. Petroleum Oil Lines (POL) facilities, sprinkler and fire alarm systems, electrical generators, transformers, power factor capacitors, oil switches, airfield lighting, airfield lighting circuits, obstruction lights, regulators, and remote control systems. (B) Prepare evaluation reports to solve problems in mechanical or electrical systems including site investigation, indicate findings, provide recommendations, alternatives to solve the problem, Life Cycle Cost analysis, and estimated construction cost for each alternative or recommendation. Energy conservation reports are also included. Firms must be able to perform drafting of above design work in a computer system compatible or convertible to AUTOCAD Release 14, be subscribed to the National Institute of Building Sciences Construction Criteria Base (NIBSCCB), provide specifications in the SPECSINTACT system format and prepare the cost estimate utilizing the NAVFAC "SUCCESS" system in work breakdown structure (WBS). The A&E must be able to provide designs in metric system on those projects selected by the Government. Firms responding to this announcement must show a range of experience consistent with evaluation factors to perform the following design work: The A&E must demonstrate his and each consultant's qualifications with respect to the published evaluation factors for design and all option services. Firms responding to this announcement will be evaluated on the above requirements based on the following criteria. Evaluation Factors (1) through (6) are of equal importance, factors (7), (8) and (9) are of lesser importance and will be used as "tie-brakers" among technically equal firms. (1) Specialized Experience Firms will be evaluated in the following terms: (a) past experience with regard to the design of mechanical and electrical alterations, repair projects for new facilities and systems; and (b) knowledge of local codes, laws, permits and construction materials and practices of the Caribbean; (2) Professional Qualifications and technical competence in the type of work required Firms will be evaluated in the terms of design staff's: (a) active professional registration and ability to provide registration compliance with Puerto Rican environmental law either within the firm or via consultant; and (b) experience with present and other firms and roles of staff members specifically on projects addressed in evaluation factor number one; (c) capability to provide qualified backup staffing for key personnel to ensure continuity of services and ability to surge to meet unexpected project demands; and (d) organization and office management as evidenced by management approach (management plan for this project), and personnel roles in organization; (3) Sustainable Design Firms will be evaluated in terms of their knowledge and demonstrated experience in applying sustainability concepts and principles to facilities and infrastructure problems through an integrated design approach; (4) Ability to perform the work (up to ten taskings per year) on schedule.- Firms will be evaluated in terms of impact of this workload on the design staff's projected workload during the design period (show current and projected workload with a plan and schedule on how you propose to accomplish the work); (5) Past Performance Firms will be evaluated in terms of one or more of the following (with emphasis on projects addressed in factor number one): (a) the process for cost control and the key person responsible; and (b) performance ratings/letters of recommendations received; (6) Quality Control Program Firms will be evaluated on the acceptability of their internal quality control program used to ensure technical accuracy and discipline coordination of plans and specifications- list key personnel responsible; (7) Firm location (provided that application of this criterion leaves an appropriate number of qualified firms, given the nature and size of the contract); (8) Volumeof Work Firms will be evaluated in terms of work previously awarded to the firm by DOD with the object of effecting an equitable distribution of DOD A&E contracts among qualified A&E firms, including small and small disadvantaged business firms and firms that have not had prior DOD contracts; and (9) Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Subcontracting Plan Firms will be evaluated on the extent to which offerors identify and commit to small business and to small disadvantaged business, historically black college and university, or minority institution in performance of the contract, whether as joint venture, teaming arrangement, or subcontractor. The following are the published SECNAV for small business subcontracting support: Small Business (SB) 62%, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) 12%; Women-owned Small Business (WOSB) 5%; Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutes (HBCU/MI) 5%. Large Business Firms shall submit their Navy-wide SF 295 (Standard Form 295, Summary Subcontract Report) and the Standard Form 255. The slated firms will be required to provide a preliminary subcontracting plan (support for small business subcontracting) as part of the interview. The contract requires that the selected firm have an on-line access to E-mail via the internet for routine exchange of correspondence. The design contract scope may require evaluation and definition of asbestos materials, PCB testing and toxic waste disposition. Fee negotiations would provide for laboratory testing and subsequent preparation of plans and specifications may require definition of removal and/or definition of disposal process. Firms responding to this announcement must be prepared to accept the aforementioned as a part of their contract responsibility. The duration of this contract will be for one (1) year from the date of an initial contract award. The proposed contract includes a one year Government Option for the same basic professional skills, contract terms and conditions. The total A&E fee thatmay be paid under this contract will not exceed $800,000.00. Type of contract: Firm Fixed Price. Estimated start date: 1 October 2000. Architect-Engineer firms which meet the requirements described in this announcement must submit completed Standard Forms (SF) 254, (unless already on file), and 255, Government Architect-Engineer Qualifications, to the office shown above. In Block 10 of the SF 255, discuss why the firm is especially qualified based upon synopsized evaluation factors; and provide evidence that your firm is permitted by law to practice the professions of architecture or engineering, i.e., State registration number. For selection evaluation factor (1), provide the following information for only the staff proposed for this work using these column headings: "NAME", "RELATED PROJECTS WORKED ON", "YEAR", "FIRM", and "TECHNICAL ROLE". Use Block 10 of the SF 255 to provide any additional information desired and continue Block 10 narrative discussion on plain bond paper. All information must be included within the SF 255. Provide a synopsis of the scope of work, point of contact and telephone number for each project listed in SF 255 Block 8. Firms having a current SF 254 on file with this office and those responding no later than the 30th day after the date of appearance of this announcement in the CBD will be considered. Late responses will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.215-10. Neither hand carried proposals nor facsimile responses will be accepted. For special mailing, please use the following address: Officer in Charge, Facilities Support Contracts, Public Works Department, Building 31, U.S. Naval Station, Roosevelt Roads, Ceiba, Puerto Rico 00735. Should the due date fall on a weekend or holiday, the SFs will be due the first working day thereafter. Firms responding to this advertisement are requested to submit only one copy of qualification statements. The qualification statements should clearly indicate the office location where the work will be performed and the qualifications of the individuals anticipated to work on the contract and their geographical location. This proposed contract is being solicited on an unrestricted basis, therefore, replies to this notice are requested from all business concerns. The small business size standard classification is SIC 8712 ($4,000,000.00). This is not a request for proposals. Inquiries concerning this project should mention location and contract number.***** Posted 07/06/00 (W-SN471896). (0188)

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