Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR INVITATION FOR BID. THERE WILL NOT BE A SOLICITATION, SPECIFICATIONS OR DRAWINGS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. The intent of this ... THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR INVITATION FOR BID. THERE WILL NOT BE A SOLICITATION, SPECIFICATIONS OR DRAWINGS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. The intent of this notice is to conduct market research to determine if sources capable of satisfying this agency’s requirements exist. The Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Mid-Atlantic is seeking eligible Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses capable of performing design and construction services for a Design-Build (DB)/Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) for facilities in the Virginia Beach, VA area of responsibility (AOR). This contract(s) will require the ability to manage multiple task orders concurrently across Naval Air Station Oceana, to also include Dam Neck Annex and Naval Auxiliary Landing Field Fentress. This MACC will encompass a wide range of DB and DBB projects that include, but are not limited to, new construction, demolition, repair, alteration, and renovation of buildings, systems and infrastructure and may include civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and communication systems. Types of facilities include administrative, industrial, maintenance, warehouses, hangars, communications, personnel support, recreation, lodging, dormitory, medical, training, ranges, roads, etc. The selected contractor(s) will be responsible for all labor, supervision, engineering, design, materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and transportation to perform all of the services described in the drawings and specifications provided for each individual project. It is anticipated that no more than five (5) contracts will be awarded as a result of this potential solicitation. The duration of the contract(s) will be for one (1) year from the date of contract award with four (4) one-year option periods. The total five-year (base and four one-year options) estimated construction cost for all contracts will not exceed $15,000,000.00 for the life of the contract. Projects awarded on this MACC will have an estimated construction cost of approximately $2,000.00 to $250,000.00; however, smaller and larger dollar value projects may be considered. The appropriate Northern American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the majority of projects under this MACC is 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, and the Small Business Size Standard is $45,000,000. The procurement method to be utilized is Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation. Interested small business contractors must be able to comply with FAR Clause 52.219-14, Limitation on Subcontracting. If adequate interest is not received from Small Business concerns, the solicitation will be issued as unrestricted without further notice. The anticipated award of this contract is September 2023. It is requested that interested small businesses respond to this sources sought announcement by using the Sources Sought Contractor Information Form and Sources Sought Project Information Form, provided as attachments to this notice. These forms are required. Information not provided may prohibit your firm from consideration. The following information shall be provided: The Sources Sought Project Information Form shall be used to document a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5) relevant construction projects for the Offeror completed in the past five (5) years that best demonstrate your experience on projects that are similar in size, scope and complexity to the projects proposed for this MACC. A relevant project is further defined as: Size: A final construction cost of $50,000 or greater. At least (1) one project must have a final construction cost of $150,000 or greater. Scope/Complexity: Relevant projects should collectivity demonstrate experience with each of the following: General construction, interior/exterior alteration or renovation of facilities, and/or repair projects that include repairs to building systems and infrastructures. General construction may include construction activities such as building sitework, utilities, foundations, structure, and enclosure or shell, including doors, windows and façade work. Finish Work may include construction activities such as insulation, floor, partition, and ceiling systems; cabinet work; conveyor systems; specialties; building furnishings, fixtures, and equipment; and mechanical and electrical services and equipment including those specialized for fire protection, security, communication, control, energy conservation, safety, comfort, convenience, and similar purposes. Additionally, submitted relevant projects shall demonstrate the following characteristics: a) Experience as the Offeror or first tier subcontractor on experience projects b) Experience with new construction (at least two (2) projects) c) Repair and/or renovation (at least two (2) projects) d) Experience with design-build (at least two (2) projects) NOTE: Projects submitted that only include horizontal or civil site work will not be considered relevant. For purposes of evaluating capability, the “Offeror” is defined as the prime contractor, as well as their proposed first-tier small business subcontractors, that demonstrate experience on relevant projects that meet size, scope and complexity. In accordance with 13 CFR 125.2(g), small business Offerors may utilize the experience of a small business first-tier subcontractor(s) to demonstrate experience under this capability evaluation if the Offeror cannot independently satisfy the experience requirement as defined above. In order to utilize the experience of a small business first-tier subcontractor(s), the offeror must specifically identify the proposed small business first-tier contractor(s) in its capability package in accordance with this notice. The Offeror or, if a small business Offeror, its small business first-tier subcontractor, shall have been the prime contractor on all submitted projects. The Government notes that 13 CFR 125.2(g) is specific to only small business Offerors and named small business first-tier subcontractors. As such, the small business Offeror is not permitted to use the experience of a large business subcontractor or large business corporate affiliate in place of its own if the small business Offeror cannot independently satisfy the experience requirement as defined above. Handling Concurrent Task Orders: Describe the Contractor’s ability to provide services and handle multiple simultaneous projects in Virginia Beach, VA area of responsibility (AOR), including the maximum number of task orders under Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract where the Contractor is prime contractor. Specify if these task orders were under a single contract or multiple contracts. Note: Capability will only be satisfied on projects that are considered relevant in terms of size/scope /complexity and completed within the specified time period. Please note that if you are responding as an 8(a) Mentor-Protégé, you must indicate the percentage of work to be performed by the protégé. A copy of the SBA letter stating that your 8(a) Mentor-Protégé agreement has been approved would be required with your proposal, if requested. The Capabilities Statement for this sources sought is not expected to be a proposal, but rather short statements regarding the company’s ability to demonstrate existing-or-developed expertise and experience in relation to the areas specified herein. Submission of a Capabilities Statement is not a prerequisite to any potential future offerings, but participation will assist the Government in tailoring requirements to be consistent with industry capabilities. Upon review of industry responses to this sources sought notice, the Government will determine whether set-aside procurement in lieu of full and open competition is in the Government’s best interest. Large business submittals will not be considered. The Government is not obligated to and will not pay for any information received from potential sources as a result of this synopsis. The information provided in this notice is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract. The Government will not provide debriefs on the results of this research, but feedback regarding the decision to set aside or not set aside the procurement will be accomplished via pre-solicitation synopsis or solicitation for these services, as applicable. All information submitted will be held in a confidential manner and will only be used for the purpose intended. Responses are due on 03 APRIL 2023 by 2:00 P.M. local time. The submission package shall ONLY be submitted electronically to Kristy Wright at kristy.l.wright12.civ@us.navy.mil and MUST be limited to a 4MB attachment. You are encouraged to request a “read receipt.” Responses received after the deadline or without the required information will not be considered. Questions or comments regarding this notice may be addressed by email to kristy.l.wright12.civ@us.navy.mil.