70Z03026QCLEV0045 – U.S. COAST GUARD AIR STATION TRAVERSE CITY WINDOW REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in the Michigan counties of Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau. The determination includes a list of occupational codes and titles with corresponding hourly wage rates, as well as details on required health and welfare benefits, vacation time, and paid holidays.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act and is to be performed in the specified Michigan counties. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed the rates and benefits outlined in this document to comply with federal regulations. It directly impacts labor costs and proposal pricing. The document also outlines procedures for requesting authorization for additional classifications and wage rates (SF-1444) if an occupation is not listed.

• Geographic Area: Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau counties, Michigan.
• Minimum Wage Rates: Listed for numerous occupations.
• Fringe Benefits: Includes Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706 rate), Vacation (based on years of service), and Holidays (12 per year).
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of EO 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage).
• Hazardous Pay: Details applicable differentials for working with ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for furnishing and maintaining uniforms.
• Conformance Process: Explains how to request wage rates for unlisted occupations using Standard Form 1444.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City Window Repair project. The government is procuring labor, material, equipment, supervision, and transportation for this repair project.

• Provide all necessary labor, material, equipment, supervision, and transportation for window repair.

• All work must be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work in Section J.

• Commencement of work within 14 calendar days of Notice to Proceed.

• Completion of the entire contract within 30 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

• No weather days are included in the performance period.

• The estimated range of this procurement is less than $25,000.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be fixed-price based on "Base Quote" and "payment request" language.

• Quotes must be submitted via mail to the address listed in Block 7 of SF-1442.

• All quotes must include taxes; no tax exemption certificate will be issued.

• Bidders must insert their UEI and Taxpayer I.D. numbers.

• Awards will be made to the lowest-priced, responsive, and responsible Offeror whose quotation meets the requirements, including demonstrated satisfactory performance on similar work within the past three (3) years.

• NAICS code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors).

• Small business size standard: $19.0M.

• The solicitation includes "Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside" (52.219-6).

• Limitations on Subcontracting: 15% (52.219-14).

• The contract number is 70Z03026QCLEV0045.

• Invoices must be submitted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) at https://www.ipp.gov/.

• Required bonds and insurance are detailed in Section H.

• Specific clauses regarding "Buy American Act Requirement-Construction Materials" are included in Section L.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To define the requirements for replacing 10 double-wide awning style windows (20 total) in the berthing rooms of Smith Hall at U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, Michigan, to increase HVAC efficiency and crew comfort.

• Provide all labor, supervision, tools, equipment, materials, and transportation for window replacement.

• Includes pre-installation site survey, procurement and delivery of new windows, removal and disposal of old windows, and installation of new windows.

• New windows must be Energy Star rated, dual-pane, low-e, with a black exterior and white interior, matching the current crank-out awning style with a center mull bar.

• Post-installation cleanup and debris removal.

• Location: U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, 1175 Airport Access Road, Traverse City, MI 49686. Specific berthing rooms to be identified during site survey.

• Commencement of work depends on weather and window availability. Demo will not start until replacement windows are on hand.

• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes.

• Minimize disruption to USCG operations.

• Within 14 calendar days of contract award, submit:

  • Detailed Project Schedule
  • Proposed window specifications
  • Shop Drawings for structural modifications (if any)
  • Safety Plan and Accident Prevention Plan

• Provide a Supervisor/Project Manager as the single point of contact.

• Two mandatory meetings: kick-off and close-out.

• Report all mishaps/incidents.

• Provide liability insurance.

• Provide site access and utilities.

• Provide a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for technical issues and oversight.

• Review and approve submittals.

• Facilitate coordination with facility personnel.

• Work to be performed safely, professionally, and in adherence to industry best practices and manufacturer specifications.

• Applied materials must be functional and meet specified performance criteria.

• Project completion within the approved schedule and period of performance.

• Adhere to environmental regulations for hazardous material handling and disposal.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City Windows Repair Project. The government requires performance of the work described in the attached documents, including the Statement of Work (SOW) for details and specifications.

• Windows repair project at the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City.

• Refer to the Statement of Work for detailed specifications.

• The contractor shall begin performance within 14 calendar days and complete it within 30 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are not required (Item 12a).

• Offers shall be submitted to DARRIN.CHETAKIAN@USCG.MIL.

• The offer submission deadline is specified in Item 13a (date and time to be filled in).

• Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will be rejected (Item 13d).

• All offers are subject to the work requirements and other incorporated provisions and clauses.

• Not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but the solicitation is a "SEALED BID (IFB)" or "NEGOTIATED (RFP)".

• Site visits are highly recommended and encouraged. Contact TAYLOR J PHILPOTT at (571) 608-2614 or TAYLOR.J.PHILPOTT@USCG.MIL for scheduling.

• All questions pertaining to this solicitation must be submitted on the Request for Information (RFI) form to DARRIN.CHETAKIAN@USCG.MIL and received no later than 3 working days prior to the quote closing.

• The solicitation number is 70Z03026QCLEV0045.

• The date issued is 04/16/2026.

Request for Information (RFI)

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) form used by the U.S. Coast Guard Base Cleveland to gather information or seek clarifications regarding an existing solicitation. It is not a solicitation itself, but a tool to clarify details or identify potential changes.

• Requestor Section:

  • Solicitation Number: To be filled in by the requestor to identify the specific solicitation in question.
  • Location of Project: To be filled in by the requestor.
  • Information Requested: This is the primary area where the requestor details the specific information needed, including references to solicitation sections, drawing numbers, or page numbers if inquiring about a discrepancy.
  • Date Response Required: Specifies the deadline for the response.
  • Attachments: Lists any attached documents.
  • Requestor Contact Information: Fields for the name, title, FAX number, and telephone number of the individual submitting the request.

• Technical Expert Response Section:

  • This section is for the government's response.
  • It includes checkboxes to indicate whether the information provided is a clarification (does not change terms) or a proposed change (will result in an amendment).
  • Fields for the Contracting Officer to sign.

This form is used to request clarification on a solicitation. Bidders should pay attention to the "Information Requested" section to understand what specific aspects of a solicitation are causing confusion or require further detail. The "Technical Expert Response" section will indicate if the response is a simple clarification or if it will lead to a formal amendment to the solicitation, which could impact proposal requirements or deadlines.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Reference Information Form" used to collect essential details about a company's experience and references for similar work. It is intended to help the government assess a bidder's qualifications and capacity to perform a contract.

• Company Information: Name, address, telephone number, and facsimile number.
• Work Hours: Specification of work hours or non-work hours for contact.
• Experience: A section to list experience in the type of work required.
• Past Performance: Questions regarding previous job terminations and anticipated difficulties in completing a job on time.
• Subcontracting: Percentage of work to be subcontracted.
• Wage Compliance: Confirmation of adherence to the Davis Bacon Wage Act.
• References: Detailed contact information for three past projects, including company name, point of contact, address, telephone number, and project description.

Bidders must complete this form accurately and thoroughly to demonstrate their relevant experience and provide verifiable references. This information is crucial for the government's evaluation of the bidder's capability to successfully execute the contract requirements.