Inactive

CONTINUATION PAGE AMENDMENT 0002 Clarification: The following responses is hereby being provided regarding this solicitation for bidder s Request for information (RFI) that closed on June 3rd, 2024, 1... CONTINUATION PAGE AMENDMENT 0002 Clarification: The following responses is hereby being provided regarding this solicitation for bidder s Request for information (RFI) that closed on June 3rd, 2024, 10:00 am EST for the Knoxville National Cemetery Revised BID 36C78624B0024 0001. Detergent cleaning and water rinsing will take large sums of water, creating issues with runoff, even with ground protection. Will a chemical cleaner be allowed? Response: Chemical cleaner is not allowed. Plans CD101 Keynote 4 mentions an existing POW/MIA flag needing removal and reinstalling. From our site visit, we didn t notice a POW/MIA flag in the location stated on the plans. Please confirm if this will still be part of the scope. Response: A new POW/MIA flagpole adjacent to the building is still required per the design plans and project scope. Will a mortar analysis be required for the mortar repairs? Response: Yes, mortar analysis should be performed to ensure similar material is used for replacement. There does not appear to be a Div. 4 masonry spec will one be provided? Response: Division 4 Masonry Specification is not provided due to the limited scope of the project. None will be provided. Only replacement mortar analysis (RFI #3 above) and matching color is required for the limited repairs. Can we submit our bid via email, if we mail the original hardcopy Bid Bond prior to the due date? Response: Provide all bid on the closed date of the bid prior to the reading time. Please clarify that we can submit bids by email vs. the vendor portal. Response: Provide al bid vis e-mail at Clarelle.sylvain@va.gov. Will the owner accept the use of Procore Project Management software and Out-Build Scheduling Software as the primary submittal and data tracking tools for this project? If nor what mix design should be used? Response: Yes, Procore is an acceptable project management solution. Out-build Scheduling Software is not known to the NCA; however the preparation of schedules can be performed by any tools as long as it meets the specification requirements. Specific Project Management and Scheduling software is at the discretion of the Contractor as long as it meets specification requirements for tracking and data. Will directional boring be allowed? Response: The depth of the existing burials in the historic cemetery is unknown. Directional boring of the single electrical line to the flagpole may be more difficult, however the Contractor can specify alternate means and methods for approval prior to construction. Could you please confirm which NAICS code is correct for this solicitation? Response: NAIC Code Is changed from 221310 Water Supply and Irrigation System to 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction. (End of Amendment 0002)

Inactive Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)

Project Description: 855CM3015, Correct FCA Deficiencies, Knoxville National Cemetery This Pre-Solicitation notice is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute a request for Bid, ... Project Description: 855CM3015, Correct FCA Deficiencies, Knoxville National Cemetery This Pre-Solicitation notice is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute a request for Bid, Proposal, or Quote. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), National Cemetery Administration (NCA) intends to issue Solicitation number 36C78624B0024 full Specifications, entitled, 855CM3015- Correct FCA Deficiencies. Knoxville National Cemetery on or about April 30, 2024, unless additional notice is given, or this notice is modified or cancelled. THIS OPPORTUNITY SHALL BE FOR A 100% SET ASIDE FOR SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (SDVOSB) ONLY. In accordance with Public Law 109-461, the Veterans Benefits, Healthcare and Information Technology Act of 2006, Pursuant to 38 USC 8127(d), competition is restricted to SDVOSB construction firms. In order to be considered for contract award, the lowest responsive and responsible firm meeting the solicitation requirement shall be verified as an SDVOSB firm in Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) website by the date and time specified for receipt of bids. . All interested firms submitting a bid must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) database at time of bid submission. No other sources will be considered. In accordance with VAAR 819.7003(b), at the time of submission of bids, and prior to award of any contract, the Bidder must represent to the Contracting Officer that it is: 1) SDVOSB eligible under VAAR Subpart 819.70; 2) Small business concern under the NAICS code assigned to this acquisition; and 3) SDVOSB listed as verified in Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) website. To be eligible for award, the SDVOSB must be considered small under the relevant NAICS code and must be registered and verified in the following websites: those desiring to receive an award from this solicitation must be registered in Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) database. Companies must have the Certified Veteran Enterprise (CVE) seal on their registration to be considered for an award. The Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) database will be checked both upon receipt of an offer and prior to award; firms must also be currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at SAM.gov and have completed online Representations and Certifications prior to contract award. Offers received from firms that are not Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and who are not registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database will not be considered. (See VAAR Clause 852.219-10 VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside.) In accordance with VAAR 819.7003(b), at the time of submission of bids, and prior to award of any contracts, the bidder must represent to the Contracting Officer that it is (1) SDVOSB eligible under VAAR Subpart 819.70; (2) Small business concern under the NAICS code assigned to this acquisition; and (3) SDVOSB listed as verified in VIP database at: https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov. A non-verified vendor that submits a bid or proposal will be rejected as non-responsive. If you are not registered with System for Award Management (SAM) you may register online at beta.sam.gov. SAM.gov is the Official U.S. Government system that consolidated the capabilities of CCR/FedReg, ORCA, and EPLS. Beta.sam.gov is used as a means to provide basic business information, socioeconomic status, capabilities and financial information to the Government. This requirement will apply to all solicitations and awards, regardless of the media use. The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration requirement is for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for a Contractor to provide all Management and Supervision, Labor, Material, Parts, Equipment, Supplies, etc., necessary to provide construction services to as will be further defined and described in accordance with the Government s Statement of Work, Specifications and Drawings. The Government anticipates the award of one (1), FFP contract, with an anticipated Period of Performance three hundred and sixty-five (365) calendar days after issuance of the Government s Notice to Proceed (NTP). The Product Service Code (PSC) for this procurement is Y1PZ Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction. The Business Size Standard for this procurement is $45.0 million dollars. Per FAR 36.204 the Magnitude of Construction range is estimated to be between $250,000.00 and $500,000.00. Interested bidders will be required to furnish a Bid Bond; and the awarded Contractor will be required to provide Performance and Payment Bonds. NO FAX/ FACSIMILE SUBMITTED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED. All Bids shall be subject to the terms and conditions of the solicitation. SITE VISIT: There will be a Pre-Bid Conference held for this requirement and all interested bidders are strongly encouraged to attend. Details of the pre-bid conference will be included in the issued solicitation package; refer to solicitation FAR clause 52.236-37 Site Visit for details pertaining to the Site Visit. This Pre-Solicitation notice is NOT a request for bids, offers or submittals of any kind. The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to issue the official IFB solicitation on or about May 1st 2024, with the anticipated bid opening around June 3rd, 2024. The solicitation will be formatted as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) in accordance with the FAR Part 14.4 and VAAR Part 814.1, Sealed Bidding. The Government intends on issuing the IFB solicitation via. SAM.gov/Contract Opportunities. Amendments, if any, will also be posted on the beta.sam.gov website for downloading. This will be the normal method for distributing amendments; therefore, it is the offerors responsibility to check the website periodically for any amendments to this solicitation. No other information regarding Statement of Work, Scope, Dates, etc. will be available until issuance of the Solicitation. As authorized by FAR 5.102 Availability of solicitations, solicitation dissemination is limited to electronic medium, and the VA will provide no hard copies. The solicitation, consisting of various bid documents, specifications, forms, and drawings will only be available for download at no charge at the Contracting Opportunity website (SAM.gov/Contract Opportunities). Further details of all dates and events will be available in the solicitation. No other site shall be used to obtain these documents. A Bidder's List WILL NOT be prepared nor distributed by the Contracting Officer, as it is the Bidder's responsibility to register on the Contracting Opportunity website (SAM.gov/Contract Opportunities). Bidders are advised that they are responsible for obtaining ALL bid documents and acknowledging any amendments, and should re-visit the SAM.gov website periodically to check for any modifications to this notice, updates, or amendments without further notice from the VA. QUESTIONS: Any interested Offeror desiring an explanation or interpretation of the solicitation specifications must request it in writing. NOTE: All questions, requests for clarification and/or information regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing and must reference the Project Number, the Solicitation, and the Description of the Project in the Header or Opening Statement (email is acceptable) to the Contracting Officer: Clarelle Sylvain (clarelle.Sylvain@va.gov). CONTRACTING CONTACT PERSON: Clarelle Sylvain Contracting Officer U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration eMail: clarelle.sylvain@va.gov End of Document