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C -- ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING SERVICES UNDER THE DESIGN EXCELLENCE PROGRAM FOR THE MODERNIZATION AND RENOVATION OF THE HOWARD M. METZENBAUM FEDERAL BUILDING US COURTHOUSE IN CLEVELAND, OHIO. SOL GSO5P00GBC0049 DUE 090700 POC Pam Wilczynski-Project Manager 312.353.2496, Samantha Mehal-Contracting Officer 312.353.1323 General Services Administration (GSA) announces an opportunity for Design Excellence in adaptive reuse architecture, historic preservation, mechanical and electrical engineering. Architectural-Engineering (A-E) Design services are required for the modernization and renovation of the Howard M. Metzenbaum Federal Building U.S. Courthouse in Cleveland, Ohio. The facility, built in 1910, is 251,314 gross square feet and contains 185,105 occupiable square feet. The structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is located in the heart of downtown Cleveland. This project proposes initial space alterations for the Bankruptcy Court and other small executive agencies and proposes in-filling the light court to improve space circulation. Additionally, this project will provide for the restoration of some of the public spaces in the building; a complete modernization of the HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and life safety systems, lighting, and power systems; and any other design work deemed necessary to implement the concepts developed during previous renovation studies or that arise during the development of concept design. All improvements shall be designed into the historic fabric of the building. The scope of the A-E services under this proposed firm-fixed priced contract may include, but is not limited to the following: planning phase feasibility studies; design programming; survey of the existing conditions; presentations for client and historic preservation agencies; energy conservation analysis; development of housing plans; complete architectural and engineering design; preparation of specifications and CADD drawings for construction documents; value engineering; cost modeling/analysis; fire modeling; code review; estimating; space planning; interior design; post construction contract services (PCCS); record drawings and construction phase A-E inspection services; post occupancy evaluations; and other related services deemed necessary to provide for a completely functional facility. The estimated construction cost of this project is in the range of $24,000,000 to $40,000,000 with a construction duration of 2.5 years. Asbestos abatement and possibly lead based paint abatement will be required under this contract. The facility is currently occupied; however, the building will be vacant during construction. All services will be procured through the issuance of a contract that will include all elements of work that will be or are envisioned to be funded. Throughout the design process, the selected A-E will assist the Government in identifying those elements of work that can be accomplished within the Congressionally mandated cost limitation for the project, which has yet to be established. FUNDS ARE NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. The construction contract is envisioned to be procured through a source selection process that will incorporate a base contract and options for those elements of work that can be executed within the congressionally mandated cost limitation. This modernization and renovation project will be designed and constructed in hard metric (System International -- SI). Drawings shall be created and submitted in native AutoCAD, latest release. Drawings created in other CAD programs and then translated into AutoCAD are not acceptable. Formatting for electronic drawings shall be per GSA standards. Specifications, reports, databases, and similar items shall be submitted in the latest MSOffice edition available at the time of contract award. The firm/joint venture shall update software versions at their own expense. The A-E selection will be a two-stage selection process under GSA Design Excellence procedures as follows: STAGE I: The first stage will establish the architectural, historic preservation, and mechanical/electrical engineering design capabilities of the A-E design firms and their key designers. In this process, the key design individuals and the associated A-E firms that will develop the philosophy, design intent and conceptual design for this project are herein identified as the "A-E Design Firm". The mechanical/electrical engineering requirements are a large portion of the total scope of this project and it is essential that for this project that the term "A-E Design Firm" includes the team of historic preservation architect and mechanical and electrical engineers that will have the primary responsibility to conceive the design concepts and methods of accomplishing them. In the first stage, a short list minimum of three (3) A-E design firms will be selected for continuation into the second phase. The short list will be based on the A-E design firms' submittal in response to this request for qualification (RFQ). The A-E design firm will provide specific evidence of its capabilities to deliver design excellence in judicial design, historic preservation design and engineering, and will express its design approach and philosophy. Qualifications submitted by each firm will be reviewed and evaluated based on the following criteria: (1) PAST PERFORMANCE ON DESIGN (40%): The A-E design firm shall submit 8"X 10" graphics (maximum of three per project) and a written description (maximum of one page per project) of five (5) relevant projects completed within the past 10 years. Three (3) projects shall demonstrate architectural historic preservation accomplishments and the incorporation of new complex state-of-the-art facilities like the federal courts within historic structures. Two (2) projects shall demonstrate electrical and mechanical engineering accomplishments (minimum of one of each). The narrative shall address the design approach and salient features for each project (including tangible evidence where possible i.e. certificates, awards, peer recognition, etc. demonstrating design excellence) and discuss how the historic preservation and design constraints were satisfied by the design solution. (2) PHILOSOPHY AND DESIGN INTENT (20%): In the lead designer's words (maximum of two written pages for each architectural, historic preservation, mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines), state his/her overall design philosophy, approach to the challenge of resolving historic preservation issues and parameters that may apply specifically to the modernization of historic buildings with the focus on the unique aspects of installing state-of-the-art and flexible utility systems in historic buildings. (3) LEAD DESIGNERS' (ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC PRESERVATION, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING) PORTFOLIOS (20%): Submit a written description (maximum of one page per project) and 8" X 10" graphics (maximum of three per project) of two (2) relevant designs completed within the past ten years attributable to each lead designer. Narratives shall include a discussion of design challenges for both architectural and engineering disciplines as well as the resolution(s) and lead designer's philosophy, responsibility, and influence on the design team. (4) LEAD DESIGNERS' (ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC PRESERVATION, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING) PROFILES (15%): Submit a biographical sketch including education, professional experience, and recognition for design efforts inclusive of examples of similar projects for each lead designer (architectural, mechanical and electrical engineering). Identify and describe areas of responsibility and commitment to this project. (5) DESIGNATED GEOGRAPHICAL AREA (5%): Scoring will be based on whether the lead design firm has existing and active design production offices within the designated geographical area, which consists of the state of Ohio. This selection is open to A/E design firms within the United States. When developing the project team required for Stage II, at least 35% of the design effort (including working drawings) must be performed within the designated geographical area. In Stage II of the selection process, the short-listed A/E design firms are required to demonstrate how this will be accomplished. Stage II: Following short listing, the successful offerors shall submit SF 255 and SF 254 for their project team. The SF 255 and the SF 254 may be obtained from http://www.gsa.gov/forms/far.htm. Contact Pam Wilczynski, Project Manager, to receive directions for completing the modified SF 255 form. The successful offerors will develop the complete project team and submit SF 255 and SF 254s that reflect the entire project team. Continuity of key personnel for the duration of the project will be essential. It is not necessary to re-submit information submitted in Phase I. GSA will establish the date these submittals are due and will provide new selection criteria for the interviews and final selection. The turnaround for the submission of the SF 255s and SF 254s will be within 3 weeks of the short listed firms' notification. This serves as notice to all interested firms that interviews will be conducted promptly after receipt of SF 254s and 255s: GSA plans to interview the short-listed firms in Chicago the week of 2 October. All firms need to be cognizant that an award is scheduled in December 2000. This is open to both large and small business concerns in accordance with the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program. In accordance with 15 USC 631 Et. Seq., the A-E will be required to provide the maximum practical opportunities to small, small woman-owned, HUBZone small business and small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals to participate as subcontractors in the performance of the contract. The use of subcontractors/consultants shown in the Stage II SF 255 and SF 254 will be reflected in a Subcontracting Plan which will be included in the contract. The detailed plan is required to be submitted with the SF 255. Each individual firm will determine the minimum acceptable subcontracting target goals for this project. A small business criterion for each category is based on the contractor's average annual receipts for the proceeding three fiscal years. Contact your local SBA office for further information. Firms seeking consideration for this contract shall demonstrate a proactive effort to achieve the highest subcontracting goals possible for small business, women-owned small business, HUBZone small business and small disadvantaged business concerns. Firms advancing to Stage II must also provide a brief written narrative of outreach efforts made to utilize small, disadvantaged, HUBZone and women-owned businesses. The narrative shall not exceed one written page. An acceptable subcontracting plan must be reviewed and approved by SBA prior to award of this contract. Small businesses are not subject to this requirement. Firms having the capabilities to perform the services described herein are invited to respond by submitting the requested information for Stage I only along with a letter of interest. To be considered, RESPONSES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 3:00 p.m., CST, 7 SEPTEMBER 2000, to the General Services Administration, Property Development Division (5PCO), 230 South Dearborn Street, Room 3512, DPN: 35-6, Chicago, IL 60604, Attention: Samantha Mehal when responding to this announcement. The following information must be on the outside of each submittal package: (1) Solicitation number and title, (2) Due date, and (3) Closing time. Late responses are subject to FAR provision 52.215.1. Offerors should fully address their capability with regard to each of the above stated minimum requirements and evaluation factors. The top ranked firms will be recommended for development of Stage II proposals and interviews based on their written response to this announcement. A follow-up announcement shall be placed in this publication containing a list of the firms considered to be the most highly qualified. All other A/E firms and consultants interested in participating in the design team should submit only a one-page letter of interest that will be forwarded to the short listed firms. Firms are advised that the Government intends to use a partnering process during the design and construction of this building. The proposed contract is not set aside for small business. This is not a request for a fee proposal. Posted 08/04/00 (W-SN482433). (0217)

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