Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK All work described in these documents and all work necessary to complete the work as described or shown is to be executed in a thoroughly substantial and workmanlike... PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK All work described in these documents and all work necessary to complete the work as described or shown is to be executed in a thoroughly substantial and workmanlike manner. All work shall be done by persons who are thoroughly experienced in their particular trade or craft. The work includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following description: MCC Chicago was constructed in the early 1970's, and is a 26 story concrete triangular tower with a multi-story parking garage. The open plaza at the base of the tower and the multi-story parking garage are owned by the General Services Administration (GSA), not MCC Chicago. However, a portion of the multi-story garage interior structure includes a Powerhouse that is owned by MCC Chicago. Inside this Powerhouse all utilities are received and transferred to the tower. Inside this Powerhouse is a switch gear room that holds the institutions switch gear. This switch gear system was installed in the late 90’s and most parts are obsolete. The system is made up of (6) Westinghouse DSII Series circuit breakers and 1 factory supplied PLC (with all components) in the M-G switchgear. MCC Chicago has a requirement to replace the existing Switch Gear System. MCC Chicago has developed the following Scope of Work for the solicitation of construction services from a professional contractor. SCOPE OF WORK 1.) PLC Layout, build, terminate, and commission a PLC-based control system including: Equipment ? Existing PLC system to be upgraded to a Modicon M340 PLC (FITARA Approved) ? Existing relays and control components to be replaced ? Provide new 120V AC UPS ? Existing door components to be retained ? Demolition drawings o As-Built drawings are not available, existing connections and wiring to be determined in the field. ? Renovation drawings o Electrical interlocks o Breaker interface o Instrument transformer interface ? Wiring diagrams o Point to Point ? Sequence of Operation o New sequence to follow existing SOO ? PLC software ? Component Bill of Material Startup and Commissioning ? Documented Commissioning Plan ? Functional Performance Test ? System Training for facility personnel. 2.) BREAKER REPLACEMENT (6) 1. Contractor will supply (6) direct replacement circuit breakers for the Westinghouse DSII Series circuit breakers listed below. Additionally, the Modified Differential Ground Fault system will be included for the main-gen breakers. See details below. 2. This offer will consist of a cradle-in-cradle design utilizing the Masterpact NW drawout circuit breaker. The cradle-in-cradle concept will consist of an outer frame that will fit directly in the DSII circuit breaker cell without bus modification. Requires removal of the gas shields only. Mounted within the outer frame will be the Masterpact NW Breaker and Cradle. The new breaker will utilize the Masterpact NW racking capabilities for future maintenance operations. Masterpact does not communicate with OEM 810D ZSI/Communications. 3. A detailed BOM (Bill of Materials) for each of the 6 Breakers to follow: MAIN (1) 1 - LOW-VOLTAGE DIRECT REPLACEMENT CIRCUIT BREAKER CONSISTING OF Replacement for Westinghouse Circuit Breaker OEM # DSII-620 Voltage: 508 Vac Continuous Current:2000A Interrupting Rating:65KA ANSI Rated Electrically Operated Shunt Trip:100-130 Vac Close Coil:100-130 Vac Charging Motor:100-130 Vac Micrologic Trip Unit 6.0P Long Time Short Time Instantaneous Modified Differential Ground Fault Power Meter UL Type A Rating Plug 08 Aux Cont - NW ONLY Push Button Interlock Spring Charge Interlock 4 - MDGF Current Transformers 1 - MDGF Interface Module 1 - New door, mounts using existing hinges GEN (1) 1 - LOW-VOLTAGE DIRECT REPLACEMENT CIRCUIT BREAKER CONSISTING OF Replacement for Westinghouse Circuit Breaker OEM # DSII-616 Voltage: 508 Vac Continuous Current:1600A Interrupting Rating:65KA ANSI Rated Electrically Operated Shunt Trip:100-130 Vac Close Coil:100-130 Vac Charging Motor:100-130 Vac Micrologic Trip Unit 6.0P Long Time Short Time Instantaneous Modified Differential Ground Fault Power Meter UL Type A Rating Plug 08 Aux Cont - NW ONLY Push Button Interlock Spring Charge Interlock 4 - MDGF Current Transformers 1 - MDGF Interface Module 1 - New door, mounts using existing hinges FEEDERS (3) 3 - LOW-VOLTAGE DIRECT REPLACEMENT CIRCUIT BREAKER CONSISTING OF Replacement for Westinghouse Circuit Breaker OEM # DSII-616 Voltage: 508 Vac Continuous Current:1600A Interrupting Rating:65KA ANSI Rated Electrically Operated Shunt Trip:100-130 Vac Close Coil:100-130 Vac Charging Motor:100-130 Vac Micrologic Trip Unit 5.0P Long Time Short Time Instantaneous Power Meter UL Type A Rating Plug 08 Aux Cont - NW ONLY Push Button Interlock Spring Charge Interlock 3 - New door, mounts using existing hinges BREAKER (1) 1 - LOW-VOLTAGE DIRECT REPLACEMENT CIRCUIT BREAKER CONSISTING OF Replacement for Westinghouse Circuit Breaker OEM # DSII-608 Voltage: 508 Vac Continuous Current:800A Interrupting Rating:65KA ANSI Rated Electrically Operated Shunt Trip:100-130 Vac Close Coil:100-130 Vac Charging Motor:100-130 Vac Micrologic Trip Unit 5.0P Long Time Short Time Instantaneous Power Meter UL Type A Rating Plug 08 Aux Cont - NW ONLY Push Button Interlock Spring Charge Interlock 1 - New door, mounts using existing hinges ------------------------------------------- WORKSCOPE B: ERMS SWITCH 1. Contractor to supply and install (5) Energy Reduction Maintenance Setting (ERMS) switches for the 1200A and higher NW breakers, per NEC 240.87. When the ERMS is switched to Maintenance Mode in conjunction with proper study, the circuit breaker provides reduced arc flash incident energy (AFIE) by temporarily lowering the instantaneous pickup setting of the circuit breaker trip unit. In Maintenance Mode, selective coordination is compromised, which could lead to nuisance tripping. Proper use of an ERMS system requires an arc flash study to determine the optimal settings for the breaker trip unit in Normal and Maintenance Mode and to determine the AFIE in both modes. 2. Contractor will supply wiring drawings and schematics for the ERMS Switch system. ------------------------------------------- DETAILED BOM B 5 - Selector Switch w/ Blue Light and Pad Lock attachment & Contact Block 5 - I/O Module 5 - IFE Module 5 - 24V Power Supply 5 - ULP Cord 5 - Circuit Breaker ULP Cord 5 - ULP Terminator (bag of 10) 5 - ERMS Installation Guide & Labels MCC Chicago will require the following Interface Documents: ? BOM for the replacement parts. ? Demolition Scope and Sequence ? Installation Scope and Sequence MCC Chicago will require the following documents: ? Sequence of Operation ? PLC Program MCC Chicago will require On-site Commissioning/Training: ? Start-up and Commissioning Procedures Documentation ? Start-Up and Functional Performance Test ? Record drawings are not available. A field visit is needed to collect/measure the needed information to engineer the PLC replacement. . ? MCC Chicago to coordinate the building during the shutdown needed tor initial assessment and final modification. ? Work to be performed on weeknight or Saturday hours (Monday through Friday between 10PM to 5AM). Project Name: MCC Chicago and Project 4D2Z Location: MCC Chicago Address: 71 West Van Buren Chicago IL 60605 Owner: U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) 1.2 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES A. The Contractor shall limit its use of the premise to the work indicated, so as to allow for Government occupancy and use. During the entire construction period, the Contractor shall coordinate use of the premises for construction operations with the FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). 1. All visitors to the construction site shall register with the FBOP site officials. The Contractor shall not allow employees to have personal visitors on site. 2. The project site will be open to the Contractor from Monday through Friday, with exception of federal holidays, for the duration of the project. The project schedule is to be based on a normal 40 hour work week. The Contractor shall establish a normal work week schedule for the duration of the project. a. Work outside the secure perimeter of the institution will be allowed between the hours of 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM. This will allow the Contractor’s work force to arrive on-site in the morning and prepare for entering the secure perimeter of the institution. It will also allow the Contractor’s work force to button-up their lay-down/staging area after exiting the secure perimeter at the end of the work day. b. Work inside the secure perimeter of the institution will be allowed between the hours of 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Work inside the secure perimeter is restricted to the operation of the institution’s Lobby. The Contractor’s work force will be allowed to enter the Lobby at approximately 6:30 AM each workday. At this time, the FBOP staff will begin personnel and tool security check-in procedures. Once the check-in procedures are completed, the Contractor will be escorted by an FBOP escort to the work area. The Contractor’s work force will be escorted back to the lobby by FBOP staff no later than approximately 2:30 PM, in order to allow enough time for the completion of security check-out procedures prior to exiting the secure perimeter. 3. Contraband: The Contractor shall inform his/her employees that intoxicating beverages, drugs, weapons, etc.., will not be allowed on the site. Introduction of contraband shall be subject to the penalties prescribed by Title 18 USC 1791. 4. Explosives: The use of explosives is absolutely forbidden without written authorization from the FBOP Contracting Officer upon no less than thirty (30) days advance written request. 5. Cell phones, pagers, and radios are not allowed within the secure perimeter. 6. Parking: NO PARKING 7. Temporary Office: Any temporary field office used by the Contractor shall be located in an area approved by the FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). 8. The Contractor shall review his or her site layout plan for staging, stockpiles, etc.., with the FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The Contractor shall maintain all staging and construction areas in a neat and orderly fashion. 9. The Contractor shall provide protection of the work against weather, rain, wind, storms, frost, cold, or heat so as to maintain all work, materials, apparatus and fixtures free from injury or damage. 1.3 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT SECURITY A. Contractor employees working at a FBOP facility will be subject to a background investigation after award of the contract. Contractor employees must complete the applicable forms provided by the FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative. Following the investigation, the FBOP will provide the Contractor with a list of employees approved to work at the institution. If a Contractor’s employee is not approved, only that fact will be communicated to the Contractor. No additional justification will be released, in compliance with Privacy Act requirements. B. Contractor employees working within the secure perimeter may wear a clearance badge issued by the institution at all times, and shall be escorted by an institution staff member. C. Tools brought into the institution’s secure perimeter will be inventoried at the beginning and end of each work day by FBOP staff. 1. All tools used by the Contractor working within the secure perimeter shall be under constant supervision. Loss of a tool shall be reported immediately to the escorting FBOP staff. 2. No explosive action tools shall be used on the property at anytime. 3. Materials brought inside the secure perimeter of the institution shall be limited to a one-day supply. Surplus materials that are not installed in on work day must be moved outside the secure perimeter at the end of the day. D. Contractor employees working on the FBOP site shall be required to undergo a general institution orientation on responsibilities, procedures and laws governing conduct when working at an FBOP institution. These rules include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Weapons and ammunition of any kind are not allowed on Federal property, including the parking lot. 2. Do not give, or offer to give, anything to an inmate. 3. Do not bring any correspondence into or out of the institution. 4. Do not accept gifts or favors from inmates. 5. Leave personal items locked in your vehicle or secure them at the Contractor’s lay-down area. 6. A form of photo ID is required to enter the facility. 7. Revealing clothing is not acceptable attire and work attire is required at all times. 8. Conduct yourself in a responsible, mature manner. 9. Report an unusual action(s) or behavior to FBOP staff. 1.4 EXECUTION OF WORK AND CLARIFICATION OF INFORMATION A. The Contractor’s execution of the Contract represents that the Contractor has visited the site and become familiar with the local conditions under which the Work is to be performed; and correlated personal observations with the Contract requirements. B. It is the intention of the Construction Documents to provide a complete project. The Contractor shall be responsible for this result. The Contractor shall verify all measurements and be responsible for the correctness of same. The Contractor shall layout their work and be responsible for all lines, elevations, and measurements of buildings, utilities, and other work executed by them. This includes verification of existing conditions, if any, that affect their work or to which their work is to be fitted. C. The Contractor shall carefully study and compare Contract Documents before proceeding with fabrication and installation of work. Coordinate scheduling, submittals and work to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation. D. Should it appear that the work intended to be described is not sufficiently detailed or explained by the Construction Documents, the Contractor shall issue a Request for Information (RFI) to the FBOP Contracting Officer. RFI’s shall be used by the Contractor to clarify information in the Construction Documents only. Each RFI shall be numbered sequentially, dated and indicate a reasonable date for the Contracting Officer’s written reply. All RFI questions shall be thoroughly researched by the Contractor, prior to presenting them as RFI’s. In no case shall any work proceed in uncertainty. 1.5 DEFINITIONS A. Contracting Officer: The officer who executes the contract on behalf of the United States; this shall include a duly appointed successor. The Contracting Officer is the only official authorized to administer, modify, and/or terminate the contract. The Contracting Officer makes related approvals, determinations, and findings pertaining to the contract and is the only individual on the project staff who can obligate funds on behalf of the Government and is registered with the Department of Justice. B. FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): The FBOP representative, located at the construction project site, or authorized representative(s) who has overall responsibility (except for contractual matters) for the administration of the operations and activities at the construction project site. References to "Government Representative” or "Project Representative" shall mean the FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The COR represents the Contracting Officer for all technical matters that arise under the contract. The COR shall be specifically responsible for the following areas as they relate to the administration of the construction contract. This delegation of duties and responsibilities does not preclude the Contracting Officer from also performing these duties. 1. Monitor and review the progress of the work. This will include the conduct of onsite observations of the work as it is in progress. The COR shall issue reports concerning deficiencies and/or omissions observed in the work. 2. Receive submittals to verify conformance with the Contract Documents. 3. Review requests for information from the Contractor. This does not include the authority for any change that may result from the approval of the request for information. Authorization for any change can come only from the Contracting Officer. 4. Monitor that all tests required by the Contract Documents are performed. This may include the documentation of the test procedures and results. 5. Review sample construction and job site mockups for conformance with the Contract Documents. 6. Review and sign the application and certificates for payment as submitted by the Contractor. Approval of the certification must be made by the Contracting Officer. 7. Evaluate the Contractor’s performance and prepare a performance report at the completion of the Contract. 8. Review and recommend final approval of the Contractor’s schedule for the Contracting Officer as required by the Contract Documents. This process would include the Schedule of Values. 9. The COR shall approve the placement of the Contractor’s trailers and general administration of the construction site as it relates to the construction work. 10. The COR shall not, and has no authority to: a. Re-delegate any authority to any other person. b. Change any of the terms of the Contract or sign any modification to the Contract. c. Obligate the payment of any money by the Government. d. Cause the Contractor to incur cost not otherwise covered by the Contract. C. Contractor: The sole proprietorship, partnership, joint venture, corporation, or other legal entity that agrees to provide all labor, material, and services required in the contract. In order to administer and supervise the Contract Work, the Contractor shall provide the following minimum supervisors: 1. Contractor’s Project Manager: The Contractor’s Representative experienced in administration, supervision and quality control of all construction work required by the Contract. This includes, but is not limited to enforcing all applicable federal, state and local standards. 2. Project Field Superintendent: The Contractor’s Representative experienced in general field supervision of all construction work required by the Contract. Supervise, direct, inspect and coordinate the construction work of the Contractor, subcontractors, suppliers, and installers, and to assure compliance with the Construction Schedule. D. Subcontractor: The term, as employed herein, includes a business having a direct contract with the Contractor, and it includes one who furnishes material according to the Drawings and Specifications of this work. This definition also includes businesses having contracts with subcontractors. Subcontractors are considered to be Contractor employees. E. Approve: Only the Contracting Officer can approve or disapprove Contract actions. Even if the Specifications indicate that an individual other than the Contracting Officer (such as the "FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative") will approve or disapprove an action, it is understood that only the Contracting Officer has this authority. In no case will "approval" by the Contracting Officer be interpreted as a release of the Contractor from responsibility to fulfill the requirements of Contract Documents. F. Industry Standards and General Applicability of Standards: Except where more explicit or more stringent requirements are written directly into the Contract Documents, applicable standards of the construction industry have the same force and effect (and are made a part of Contract Documents by reference) as if copied directly into Contract Documents, or as if published copies were bound herein. Any materials, equipment, or workmanship specified by references to published manufacturer's specifications, industry standards, building codes, or other referenced published standard shall comply with the requirements of the latest editions or revisions thereof and any amendment or supplements in effect on the date of the Invitation for Bid, except as limited to type, class, grade, or modification in the Specification. The Contractor, if requested, shall furnish an affidavit from the manufacturer certifying that material or product delivered to the project site meets requirements specified. 1. “Federal Specification”, :”Commercial Standards”, and “Simplified Practice Recommendations” can be purchased from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. 2. Standards of associations, institutes, or similar organizations referred to in the Specifications may be obtained directly from the organization. G. Substantial Completion: The stage in the progress of the work or designated portion thereof is sufficiently complete in accordance with the contract documents so the Government can occupy or utilize the work for its intended use. 1.6 PROJECT MEETINGS A. Pre-Construction Meeting: The Contracting Officer shall schedule and conduct a pre-construction conference and organizational meeting at the project site or other convenient location prior to or at the time of receipt of the Notice to Proceed for the Construction Contract. Contracting Officer shall arrange for a record of the meeting to be taken and distributed to all concerned. Instructions given that are supported in the Contract Documents are considered binding on all contracting parties. 1. The attendees shall include: the Contracting Officer, the FBOP Contracting Officer’s Representative, the Contractor’s Project Manager, the Project Field Superintendent, and major subcontractors and other technical support disciplines as appropriate. Attendees will also include representatives from the correctional institution, as deemed necessary by the Contracting Officer. 2. The meeting itinerary shall include, but not be limited to issues such as: a. Introductions and coordination of the various parties in attendance. b. Use of premises and security procedures. c. Construction scheduling and work sequencing. d. Processing of shop drawings, product data, samples, request for information, contract modifications, and applications for payment. e. Contract closeout requirements. B. Construction Progress Meetings: The Contracting Officer and the COR shall co-conduct progress meetings at the project site on a monthly basis, or at intervals as determined by the Contracting Officer. The attendees shall be: 1. The attendees shall include: a. FBOP: Contracting Officer, COR, Institution Representatives, and technical support disciplines as appropriate. b. Contractor: Project Manager, Project Field Superintendent, and technical support disciplines as appropriate (Subcontractors, Manufacturers, Suppliers, etc…). 2. The meeting itinerary shall include, but not be limited to issues such as: a. Progress since previous meeting, and completion date confirmation. b. Field observations and the construction schedule. c. Corrective measures necessary to maintain the project standards, resolve current problems, or head-off anticipated conflicts. d. The status of: project submittals, request for information, and contract modifications. 1.7 CONSTRUCTION SUBMITTALS A. The types of submittal requirements specified in these requirements include shop drawings, product data, samples, certificates of conformance or compliance, certified test or inspection reports, and miscellaneous workrelated submittals for construction. Individual submittal requirements are specified in applicable Sections for each unit of work. Provide a standard transmittal form with each submittal. B. The Contractor shall ensure submittals (product data, shop drawings, etc.) produced by subcontractors, vendors, or other entities are reviewed for adequacy of coordination and meeting the design intent of the construction documents prior to the submission to the Government. The Contractor shall stamp and certify that each submittal was reviewed, approved, and coordinated with the requirements of Work and the Contract documents. Failure on the part of the Contractor to indicate review and approval on submittals, prior to submission to the COR, will result in the submittals not being accepted and returned to the Contractor. The COR shall return the submittals to the General Contractor within approximately fifteen (15) calendar days. C. Preparation of Submittals: Provide permanent marking on each submittal to identify project, date, Contractor, Subcontractor, submittal name, Specification section number, and similar information to distinguish it from other submittals. Number resubmittals with original number and an alphabetic suffix. D. Coordination and Sequencing: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of the work so that work will not be delayed by submittals. Coordinate and sequence different categories of submittals for the same Work, and for interfacing units of Work, so that one will not be delayed for coordination of review with another. The Contractor shall promptly notify the Contracting Officer and the COR when submittal action is delayed for any reason, citing the cause for delay. 1.8 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS (Construction Scheduling, Schedule of Values, Pay Applications, Contract Modifications) A. Construction Scheduling: The Contractor shall provide a detailed Construction Schedule with activity entries for each portion of the construction work, in chronological order, cumulatively indicating the entire Contract Performance Period. The Construction Schedule shall include the initial detailed construction schedule, and all subsequent construction schedule updates and revisions, as required over the life of the contract. 1. The entire contract performance period as established by the Contract shall establish a Final Contract Completion Date and shall be utilized in the planning and presentation of the Contractor’s Construction Schedule. As the Construction Schedule is being developed, the Contractor may project an earlier completion date. The government may elect to accept a schedule that projects an earlier completion date; however, this acceptance shall not modify the Final Contract Completion Date. The time difference between the Contractor’s projected completion date and the Final Contract Completion Date shall be owned and for the mutual use of both the Contractor and the Government. The Government reserves the right not to accept any schedule it determines to be unrealistic in length. 2. The purpose of the Construction Schedule shall be to: a. Assure adequate planning, staffing, scheduling and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. b. Assure coordination of the work among the Contractor, subcontractors, manufacturers and suppliers. c. Assist the Contractor and Contracting Officer in monitoring the progress of the work and evaluating proposed changes to the Contract and the Construction Schedule. d. Assist the Contracting Officer and the Contractor in the preparation and evaluation of the Contractor’s monthly progress payments. 3. The Construction Schedule shall be updated on a monthly basis throughout the entire Contract time and until Project Completion. The Contractor and the Contracting Officer shall review the actual progress made during each Construction Progress Meeting. The Contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer of any current or anticipated conditions which may delay the work, and provide any additional written information necessary to support these conditions. The Contractor shall update the Construction Schedule to reflect the actual progress of the project, as of the date directed by the Contracting Officer. If it appears the Construction Schedule no longer represents the actual prosecution and progress of the work, the Contracting Officer will direct the Contractor to revise the Construction Schedule. 4. The Construction Schedule shall: a. Show the sequence of construction by activity, with dates for beginning and completion of each element of construction. b. Identify each item by specification section number. c. Show accumulated percentage of completion for each item. d. Coordinate with the Schedule of Values (See Item B, below). e. Provide sub-schedules to define critical portions of the entireConstruction Schedule. f. Include a narrative report to discuss issues of importance, such as, but not limited to: anticipated delays, contract modifications, revisions, etc. B. Schedule of Value: The Contractor shall prepare a Schedule of Value (SOV) for the total project. The SOV shall be correlated to the Construction Schedule. The SOV shall be formatted per the CSI Master Format structure. The Contractor may propose an alternate organizational format to the Contracting Officer for approval. 1. The Schedule of Values shall include: a. Project name, location, and contract number. b. Contractor’s name and address. c. Date of submittal. 2. The SOV shall be arranged in a tabular form with separate columns to indicate the following for each item listed: a. Generic name. b. Related specification section, if applicable. c. Name of subcontractor, if applicable. d. Name of manufacturer or fabricator, if applicable e. Name of supplier, if applicable. f. Change orders (modifications) that have affected value, if applicable. g. Dollar value. h. Percentage of Contract sum rounded to the nearest percent, adjusted to total 100 percent. 3. The SOV breakdown shall breakdown the Contract sum in sufficient detail to facilitate continued evaluation of applications of payment and progress reports. Break principal subcontract amounts down into several line items. 4. SOV amounts shall be rounded to the nearest whole dollar. The total of all SOV amounts shall equal the Contract sum. C. Contractor Applications for Payments: The Contracting Officer shall provide the Contractor with his/her requirements for submitting applications for payment. The application for payment may include, but is not limited to: lien waivers for work paid to date, receipts or vouchers for payment of labor, budget cost report, listing of stored materials, and any other supporting data requested by the Contracting Officer. 1. Initial Application for Payment: Actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of the first application for payment include the following: a. List of subcontractors. b. List of principal suppliers and fabricators. c. Schedule of Values. d. Contractor’s construction schedule. e. Submittal schedule. 2. Final Payment Application: Actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of the final application for payment include the following: a. Completion of project closeout requirements. b. Completion of items specified for completion after substantial completion. c. Transmittal of Record Documents and other required project construction records to Government. d. Proof that taxes, fees and similar obligations have been paid. e. Removal of temporary facilities and services. f. Removal of surplus materials, rubbish, and similar elements. g. Release of claims. D. Request for Information (RFI): If a question, information, or clarification regarding any part of the Contract or FBOP Requirements is needed, the Contractor will submit a Request for Information (RFI) to the Contracting Officer in accordance with the following RFI submission process: 1. The Contractor shall submit a written, signed and dated RFI to the Contracting Officer. 2. Each RFI shall be numbered sequentially using a unique series of numbers for document control purposes. 3. The Contractor shall allow a reasonable amount of time from the date of receipt, for the Contracting Officer’s review and written reply to the RFI. E. Contract Modifications (Change Orders): When changes are made in the work that requires an equitable adjustment to the Contract, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer a written proposal for adjustment of the amount of increase or decrease. Each Contract Modification Proposal (Change Orde...

Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

THIS IS A SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION OR INVITATION FOR OFFERORS TO SUBMIT BIDS. THIS NOTICE WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 DAYS PRIOR TO POSTING OF THE SOLICI... THIS IS A SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION OR INVITATION FOR OFFERORS TO SUBMIT BIDS. THIS NOTICE WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 DAYS PRIOR TO POSTING OF THE SOLICITATION. The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) anticipates issuance of solicitation 15B40121Q00000002 for the award of a firm-fixed-price construction contract for a project entitled Upgrade PLC System at the Federal Correctional Institution (MCC Chicago), located in Chicago, Illinois. MCC Chicago is a federal correctional facility located at 71 W. Van Buren Chicago Illinois 60605. The project consists of furnishing all equipment, materials and labor for the complete construction of the work. The purpose of the project is to provide all necessary labor, equipment and materials and related services to include Replacing Switch Gear PLC-Breaker. See the Statement of Work/Specifications attachment included with the solicitation posting (to be issued at a later date as described herein) for the complete requirements of the work. The performance period for the project will be 210 Calendar Days from issuance of the notice to proceed. The NAICS code for this requirement is 335313 with a corresponding small business size standard of $16.5 million. Pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 36.204, the estimated magnitude of the project lies between 100,000 and $250,000. (NOTE: This range is one of 8 available ranges from FAR 36.204 and is not meant to imply that the project has necessarily been estimated/budgeted to the maximum of the selected range. It merely conveys that the estimate/budget lies somewhere within that range.) The solicitation will be available approximately on or about December 21, 2020. The solicitation will be distributed solely through the Contract Opportunity (FBO) website at https://beta.sam.gov. Hard copies of the solicitation will not be made available. The website provides download instructions. The "Sensitive /Secure package Upload" option will be selected for this procurement. All secure/locked documents uploaded, to include the solicitation, will require an active Beta.SAM vendor registration to obtain access. In addition, only those vendors who have been issued a valid Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN) from beta.SAM.gov will be granted access. If your firm does not have the NAICS code listed in beta.SAM.gov required for this solicitation, an email may be forwarded to your firm requesting an explanation as to why your firm should be granted access. If you encounter problems accessing these documents, please contact the Federal Service Desk at 866 -606 -8220. All future information about this solicitation, including any amendments, will also be distributed solely through this website. Interested parties are responsible for continuously monitoring this website to ensure that they have the most recent information about this proposed contract action. IMPORTANT: Any contractor interested in obtaining a contract award with the Federal Bureau of Prisons must be registered in https://beta.sam.gov. In order to qualify for award, your business size metrics information entered in your SAM registration must be less than or equal to the size standard specified above. Each bidder's beta.SAM.gov registration will be reviewed by the Government to confirm that your business size meets the small business size standard requirement. All bidders are urged to double check their beta.SAM.gov registration and update as necessary, including the size metrics information. This is a 100 percent small business set-aside. You must be registered in beta.SAM.gov as a small business (see FAR provision 52.219-1 in the Representations & Certifications section of your beta.SAM.gov registration).