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Introduction: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan Engineering District (JED), Okinawa Area Office (OAO) is performing market research for a Design-Bid -Build (DBB) construction project titled: “PA... Introduction: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan Engineering District (JED), Okinawa Area Office (OAO) is performing market research for a Design-Bid -Build (DBB) construction project titled: “PA00106, Renovate Bechtel Elementary School, Camp McTureous, Okinawa, Japan.” This announcement represents a market survey that is intended for preliminary planning purposes only. The purpose of this notice is to identify sources capable of performing this project and to receive responses from those firms to assist the Government’s acquisition planning. This survey does not constitute a commitment by the Government for any follow-on announcements, solicitation, or award. This is NOT a solicitation. The Government will not pay for any information provided as a result of this market survey. This market survey is intended for local sources only. Local sources are those sources physically located and licensed to conduct business in Japan. Firms interested and capable of performing this work are highly encouraged to submit a response (submission requirements are located within this notice). Information about the project: Project Title: Project Number PA00106, Renovate Bechtel Elementary School Project Location: Camp McTureous, Okinawa, Japan Project NAICS: 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction Project Magnitude: Between ¥2,500,000,000 and ¥10,000,000,000 Projected Advertisement: June 2020 Projected Award: December 2020 This project will construct, through renovation and new addition, an elementary school with functional areas containing neighborhood instructional spaces, special education spaces, staff collaboration spaces, commons area, multipurpose room, information center, physical education, art room, music room, administration suite, health suite, guidance counseling suite, special education suite, food service, janitorial workroom, maintenance support, school supply/storage area, technology service center, and other required areas for a fully functioning elementary school. Typical construction for new building addition is to consist of special deep foundation systems, reinforced concrete and structural steel framing and reinforced concrete bearing and shear walls. Interior construction will consist of reinforced concrete interior bearing and shear-walls, gypsum wallboard partitions, and operable / movable partition walls. The project is to renovate approximately 6550 square meters of the existing school facilities and construct a new addition of approximately 7525 square meters. The project will require demolition of approximately 4200 square meters of existing facilities. Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) principles for high performance and sustainable building requirements will be included in the design and construction of the project in accordance with federal laws and Executive Orders. Low Impact Development will be included in the design and construction of this project as appropriate. This project will provide Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) features, including design for progressive collapse and blast-rated windows and doors, and comply with AT/FP regulations, and physical security mitigation in accordance with DoD Minimum Anti-Terrorism Standards for Buildings. Project includes the construction within the school building of Designated Seismic Systems (DSS). DSS are those systems identified in the plans and specifications that must remain operable following a design earthquake. DSS have special requirements for certification(s) of the installed equipment of the DSS as well as Special Inspection requirements during construction. Project also includes other construction that requires Special Inspection of structural, architectural, electrical, and fire protection systems. Special Inspections are in addition to the standard Quality Control inspections required by the contract. Facilities will be designed to provide cyber security engineering and validation as specified in DoD Unified Facilities Criteria. Special foundation features are required due to poor near-surface subgrade soils capacity. The project includes related infrastructure such as water, sewer, electrical, telephone, local area network, community access television systems, and provisions for interior and campus wireless access. The project includes site improvements such as site preparation, signage, fencing, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, exterior lighting, retaining walls, pedestrian bridges, canopies, covered walkways, play lots, play areas, outdoor learning, storm water, low impact development, and external AT/FP. Reconfigured parking area to include: staff and visitor parking areas, parent drop off lane, emergency/service access lanes, and loading/delivery areas. The project will require hazardous material mitigation for all buildings to be demolished or renovated. U.S. Federal and Japan Environmental Laws and Regulations shall be followed. Asbestos containing materials and lead based paint are present in the existing facilities. The site is a known radon risk. Radon mitigation will be required. NOTE: The DRAFT Specifications and Drawings included in this Notice are provided for INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. Interested firms are cautioned that ALL attachments to this notice are provided in DRAFT FORMAT and subject to change. PREVIOUS SOURCES SOUGHT: W912HV-19-Z-0001 Estimated Period of Performance: 42 months from receipt of Notice to Proceed. Proposed Procurement Method: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District (POJ) anticipates the release of an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for this project. Any solicitations pursued will be intended for local sources only. Local sources are those sources physically located and licensed to perform construction in Japan. All interested companies shall be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database in order to be eligible for award of Government contracts. System for Award Management (SAM): In order to be eligible for award of Government contracts, contractors shall be registered in the SAM Database. https://www.sam.gov Effective 29 April 2018, a notarized letter is required to be sent to the Federal Service Desk (FSD) on all CURRENT registrants at System for Award Management (SAM) who have a requirement to update data on their SAM record. The notarized letter is mandatory and is required before the FSD will activate the entity's registration. Instructions concerning this procedure can be accessed from the FAQ link at the SAM website https://www.sam.gov. See attachment, “SAM Header” for the screenshot showing where the FAQ link is. The FAQ link will take you to the FSD website. According to the instructions, international entities are required to send, in addition to the original notarized letter, a scanned copy to the FSD. Submit a service ticket (use the Web Form) at the FSD website https://www.fsd.gov to send a scanned copy. Entities will need to create an account at the FSD website in order to utilize the Web Form. Local Sources – Contractor Applications: Firms which have not submitted a Contractor Application to this office are requested to go to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan Engineer District website: https://www.poj.usace.army.mil/Business-With-Us/ to download the Contractor Application form. Such firms shall be required to complete the aforementioned contractor application and submit original documents indicating they are registered with the Government of Japan to perform construction in Japan and possess both the necessary construction licenses and permits required to perform the requisite work identified in the solicitation. This documentation must be submitted prior to or at the time of bid/proposal submission to allow Japan Engineer District to verify your company as a “Local Source.” ===================================================================== Submission Requirements for responses to this Market Survey: Interested sources are requested to complete the attached Market Survey and email the completed form to the following individuals no later than 4:00 P.M., February 24, 2020, Japan Standard Time. jack.t.letscher.civ@usace.army.mil shyloe.a.werner.civ@usace.army.mil The information provided will be used within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to facilitate decision making and will not be disclosed outside the agency. However, respondents submitting business information pursuant to this sources sought announcement should consult 41 C.F.R. part 105-60 and other implementing regulations concerning the release of such information to third parties under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). All information submitted by respondents that they consider confidential and not releasable to third parties outside of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its employees, agents, consultants, and representatives, must be clearly and conspicuously marked. Questions: Questions regarding this Sources Sought Announcement may be directed to Contracting Officer, Shyloe A. Werner at shyloe.a.werner.civ@usace.army.mil and Contract Specialist, Jack T. Letscher at jack.t.letscher.civ@usace.army.mil. Additional Information: Contracting Office Address: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District Okinawa Area Office Unit 35132 APO, AP 96374-5132