Berth 13 Structural Repairs, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery ME .

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Berth 13 Structural Repairs - SIOP" at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY), Kittery, Maine. The project aims to restore deck loading capacity and extend the usable life of the Berth 13 structure. This includes repairing deteriorated deck sections, piles, caps, beams, deck, and steel reaction frame connections.

• Repair of Berth 13, a waterfront facility constructed in the 1940s.

• Work includes full (~1,600 SF) and partial demolition of the concrete wharf deck.

• Coordination of utility outages.

• Repairs to the reaction frame, landside fascia beam, crane rail beams, pile caps, pile jackets, and anodes.

• All demolition and construction must prevent debris from entering the river.

• Requires capability to work from barges and floating platforms for underside wharf deck, pile jacket, and anode repairs.

• Total approximate construction area is 25,000 square feet.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 15 calendar days to begin performance after Notice to Proceed, with 700 calendar days for completion.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000.

• NAICS Code: 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.

• Business Size Standard: $45 Million.

• Defense Priorities Allocation System (DPAS) Priority Rating: DO-C2.

• Proposals are due by 02:00 PM local time on 06 March 2026.

• Offers will be publicly opened at that time if it is a sealed bid solicitation.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via PIEE.

• Evaluation will be based on a tradeoff process, considering price and non-price factors (Corporate Experience, Management Approach and Schedule, Small Business Utilization, Safety, and Past Performance). Non-price factors are approximately equal in importance to price.

• Offerors must submit a Price Proposal Form and a Non-Price Factors Proposal.

• A bid bond of 20% of the total project bid price (or $3M, whichever is less) is required.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Proposals providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• This acquisition is being solicited on an unrestricted basis with Full and Open Competition.

• Site visit information is TBD.

• Numerous attachments are provided, including forms for experience, past performance, small business utilization, and subcontracting plans.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for submitting Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs) related to Solicitation N62470-26-R-0016. It provides a structured format for bidders to ask questions about the solicitation.

• The form includes fields for 'Submitted By', 'Date Submitted', 'Reference', 'Question', and 'Page/Section/Paragraph' to specify the location of the inquiry within the solicitation documents.

Bidders should use this template to submit any questions they have regarding the solicitation for the Design-Bid-Build, RM24-2895_Berth 13 Structural Repairs-SIOP project at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Proper use of this form ensures questions are clearly documented and can be addressed by the government.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment B - Construction Experience Project Data Sheet," is a form for offerors to provide detailed information about their past construction project experience. It is designed to help the government assess the bidder's qualifications and relevant experience for the opportunity.

• Project Identification: Offerors must select or indicate the relevant project number (CON #1-5).
• Firm Information: Requires the Offeror's Firm Name, Address, Phone Number, DUNS Number, and Point of Contact details.
• Role in Project: Specifies whether the firm acted as Prime Contractor, Sub Contractor, Joint Venture, or Other, and the percentage of work performed.
• Contract Details: Includes Contract Number, Delivery/Task Order Number, Title, Location, Award Date, and Completion Date.
• Type of Work: Categorizes the project as New Construction, Renovation, Repair, Alteration, or Other.
• Contract Type: Details the type of contract/task order (e.g., Firm-Fixed Price, Cost/Time and Material).
• Construction Project Specifics (Block 7): Captures Award Amount, Final Price, and specific contract types like Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, or Delivery/Task Order (IDIQ).
• Project Description (Block 8): Requires a detailed description of the project and its relevancy to the current RFP, including unique features, square footage, construction methods, and sustainable features (like LEED certifications). For Design-Build projects, a description of the design effort is also required.
• Self-Performed Work (Block 9): Asks for a detailed description of the work the firm self-performed.
• Other Information (Block 10): A section for any additional relevant details.

Bidders must complete this form accurately and thoroughly to demonstrate their relevant construction experience. The information provided will be crucial for the government's evaluation of the bidder's capability to successfully perform the work outlined in the solicitation. Failure to provide complete and relevant information may negatively impact the evaluation of the bidder's proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Attachment C, is the NAVFAC/USACE Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ). It is provided for offerors to submit to their clients for each project included in their proposal, if a completed CPARS evaluation is not available. The PPQ is used to gather client feedback on contractor performance.

• Contractor Information: Details about the firm submitting the proposal.

• Work Performed As: Prime, Subcontractor, or Joint Venture.

• Contract Information: Contract number, type, title, dates, and pricing.

• Project Description: Details on the project's complexity and relevance to the current opportunity.

• Client Information: Details about the client and their role.

• Performance Ratings: A standardized rating system (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) for Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, Safety/Security, and General performance.

• Narrative Remarks: Space for clients to provide specific strengths, weaknesses, or other comments.

• Offerors must submit a completed PPQ if a CPARS evaluation is not available. Do not submit a PPQ if a CPARS is available.

• Ensure correct client contact information is provided.

• Completed PPQs should be submitted with the proposal.

• If a PPQ cannot be obtained from a client before the proposal closing date, the offeror should submit the first page of the PPQ (Attachment D) with the proposal.

• Offerors should follow up with clients to ensure timely submission.

• Questionnaires may be submitted directly to the Government's point of contact, Bruce Davis (bruce.w.davis5.civ@us.navy.mil), if requested by the client.

• Offerors shall not incorporate by reference previously submitted PPQs or CPARS for other RFPs.

• The government may utilize previously submitted PPQ information in past performance evaluations.

This attachment is critical for bidders to gather and submit past performance information as required by the solicitation. Failure to provide the correct documentation (either CPARS or a completed PPQ) may negatively impact the proposal evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment D - Historical Small Business Utilization," is a form that all offerors (both large and small businesses) must complete. It is intended to provide supporting information for the evaluation of Factor 3, Small Business Utilization and Participation. Offerors are instructed to use this form exclusively; other formats or attachments will not be evaluated.

• Project Details: For each project submitted under Factor 1, Corporate Experience, offerors must detail:
  • Contract/Task Order Number, Project Title
  • Offeror's Business Size (Large or Small)
  • How the contract was performed (Prime, Subcontractor, JV Member)
  • Whether a Subcontracting Plan was required (Yes/No)
• Subcontracting Breakdown: For each project, offerors must report:
  • Actual: Total Project Dollar Value, Total Self-Performed Value, Total Subcontracted Value, and breakdown of subcontracting to various business concerns (Small Business, Large Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Women-Owned Small Business, HUBZone Small Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business).
  • Goal (if applicable): The established goals for subcontracting to various business concerns, expressed as a whole dollar amount or a percentage of the total contract or subcontract value.
• Unmet Goals/No Achievement: Sections are provided to explain any unmet goals or instances of zero small business subcontracting achievement.

This form is critical for bidders as it directly impacts the evaluation of Factor 3, Small Business Utilization and Participation. Accurate and complete submission of historical subcontracting data, both actual performance and established goals, is required. Failure to use this specific form or to provide information in the requested format will result in non-evaluation. Bidders must pay close attention to the definitions provided for Total Project Dollar Value, Total Self-Performed Value, and Total Subcontract Value to ensure accurate reporting.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Small Business Participation Commitment Document (SBPCD)," is an attachment (Attachment E) to the solicitation (RFP N62470-26-R-0016) for Berth 13 Structural Repairs-SIOP at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Its purpose is to collect the offeror's minimum commitment to subcontract with Small Businesses (SBs) for evaluation under Factor 3, Small Business Utilization and Participation. This is the sole form that will be evaluated for this commitment; alternative formats or addendums will not be considered.

• Offeror Information: Requires the prime contractor's name and address, and their business size (Large Business or Small Business) based on the NAICS Code. If identified as an SB, specific socioeconomic categories (SDB, WOSB, EDWOSB, HUBZone SB, VOSB, SDVOSB) must be checked.
• Subcontracting Breakdown: Requires the total contract value (TCV), the value of work to be self-performed by the prime, and the value of work to be subcontracted.
• Small Business Participation Table: Details the total SB participation (including self-performance) and participation by specific SB socioeconomic categories, expressed in dollar value and percentage of TCV. The minimum total SB subcontracting requirement is stated as 20%.
• Explanation/Rationale: A section is provided for a detailed explanation if the minimum 20% SB participation is not met, or if no subcontractors are identified with firm commitments.
• Large Business Subcontracting Intent: If a Large Business offeror does not intend to subcontract, a detailed explanation is required regarding why subcontracting would not result in efficient contract performance.

This document is critical for all offerors to complete accurately. It directly impacts the evaluation of their proposal under the Small Business Utilization and Participation factor. Bidders must clearly define their subcontracting strategy and commitments to SBs, ensuring they meet or exceed the minimum 20% requirement or provide a compelling justification if they cannot. Failure to use this specific form or provide required information may result in non-evaluation of the commitment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an "Individual Small Business Subcontracting Plan" template, designed to be consistent with FAR 19.704 and FAR clause 52.219-9. It is intended for use by entities other than small businesses (large businesses) when submitting bids or offers for government contracts. The plan outlines the goals and commitments for subcontracting with small businesses and other specific categories of small business concerns.

• Contract Information: Includes fields for the solicitation number (N62470-26-R-0016), contractor name, address, and date prepared.
• Plan Submission: Sections for signature, printed name, and title of the individual submitting the plan, along with review and acceptance signatures from a Small Business Professional, SBA Procurement Center Representative, and the Procuring Contracting Officer.
• Subcontracting Goals: Details the total contract value, total subcontracted amount, and total prime-performed amount. It requires specific percentage and dollar goals for subcontracting to Large Businesses (LB), Small Businesses (SB), HUBZone SB, Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), AbilityOne program participants, and Alaskan Native Corporations (ANCs) & Indian Tribes.
• Products/Services: Sections to list planned products and services to be subcontracted to various business categories.
• Methods and Efforts: Outlines the methods used to develop subcontracting goals, identify potential sources (including reliance on SAM.gov), and internal efforts to encourage buyer participation.
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Specifies requirements for maintaining records, submitting periodic reports (Individual Subcontract Report - ISR, Summary Subcontract Report - SSR) via the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS), and compliance with FAR clauses.

This document is crucial for any large business intending to bid on the associated solicitation. It mandates the submission of a detailed subcontracting plan, outlining specific goals for awarding subcontracts to various categories of small businesses. Bidders must understand these requirements to prepare a compliant and competitive proposal. The plan details how the contractor will identify, solicit, and report on subcontracting activities, which is a key evaluation factor for many government contracts.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Price Proposal Form (Attachment G) that bidders must use to submit their pricing for the contract opportunity. It outlines the Contract Line Items (CLINs) for the base requirement and several bid options, detailing the specific work items and estimated quantities for which pricing is required.

• CLIN 001 (Base Price): Covers Berth 13 Structural Repairs, including Topside Repairs (CLIN 00101), Berth 13 Under Deck Repairs (CLIN 00102), and Berth 13B Pile Repairs (CLIN 00103). Each sub-CLIN breaks down specific repair types (e.g., spall repair, crack repair, beam repair, pile jacket repair) with estimated quantities and units (LS, SF, LF, EA).

• CLINs 002-006 (Bid Options): These are optional CLINs that the government may exercise. They include Berth 13A Pile Repairs (CLIN 002), Berth 12 Pile Repairs (CLIN 003), Berth 12 Under Deck Beam and Pile Cap Repairs (CLIN 004), FRE Conduits (CLIN 005), and Under Deck Repairs at Various Locations (CLIN 006).

• Pricing Fields: For each CLIN and sub-CLIN, bidders must provide a Unit Price and a Total Price.

• Mandatory Use: Bidders must use this form to submit their pricing.

• Scope Definition: The detailed breakdown of CLINs and sub-CLINs provides a clear understanding of the scope of work for both the base requirement and potential options.

• Pricing Strategy: Bidders need to carefully consider their pricing for each item, as the government may evaluate offers for unbalancing.

• Contract Award: The government will evaluate offers by adding the prices for CLINs 002-006 to the total price for CLIN 001. Offers must be firm-fixed prices with no economic price adjustment.

• Performance Period: The base work has a 700-day performance period. Option work can be performed concurrently with the base work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Vendor Registration Guide for the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) platform. It provides step-by-step instructions for new and existing vendors to register for a PIEE user account and obtain necessary roles, such as Proposal Manager or Proposal View Only, which are required to submit offers or view solicitations.

• New User Registration: Covers self-registration for a PIEE account, including creating a User ID, password, security questions, and completing user profile, supervisor, and company information.
• Role Assignment: Details how to select and add roles like 'Proposal Manager' or 'Proposal View Only' for the Solicitation module, and enter a CAGE code.
• Existing User: Instructions for logging in and adding additional roles to an existing PIEE account.
• Support Information: Provides links and contact details for getting started, account support, and technical support.
• Roles and Actions Matrix: Outlines the actions and menu items available for each vendor role (Proposal Manager, Proposal View Only).

This guide is crucial for any bidder who needs to interact with the PIEE platform to respond to solicitations. It ensures vendors can correctly register, obtain the necessary access and roles to submit proposals, and understand the support resources available if they encounter issues.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "General Decision" wage determination for heavy construction projects in York County, Maine. It specifies the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on federal or federally funded construction projects in the specified geographic area.

• General Decision Number: ME20260033
• Publication Date: 01/02/2026
• Superseded General Decision Number: ME20250033
• State: Maine
• County: York County
• Construction Type: Heavy
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Operator, Truck Driver, Ironworker) along with their prevailing hourly wage rates and fringe benefit rates.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), including specific requirements and minimum rates for 2025.
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains the coding system used to denote union, survey, and state-adopted wage rates.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage requirements can lead to contract non-compliance and penalties. The rates provided are minimums, and contractors must pay at least these amounts or the applicable higher rate if one exists.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for structural repairs to Berth 13 at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, ME. The project aims to restore deck loading capacity and extend the usable life of the structure. The berth is an open wharf structure built in the 1940s, approximately 25,000 square feet.

• Full (~1,600 SF) and partial demolition of the concrete wharf deck.

• Outage coordination and removal/replacement of utilities.

• Repairs to the reaction frame, landside fascia beam, crane rail beams, pile caps, pile jackets, and anodes.

• All demolition and construction must prevent debris from entering the river.

• Underside wharf deck, pile jacket, and anode repairs require capability to work from barges and floating platforms, adhering to strict safety protocols.

• The completion time for the contract is 700 calendar days after award.

• The magnitude of construction is estimated to be between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000.

• Anticipated award date is by 13 April 2026.

• This is a one-phase source selection procurement.

• Both non-price (technical and past performance) and price proposals will be required.

• The "best value continuum" process will be utilized.

• Evaluation factors for award will be included in the solicitation.

• The Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be issued on or about 22 January 2026.

• This solicitation is being advertised as "Unrestricted" for full and open competition.

• A Sources Sought notice indicated that there is not a reasonable expectation that an adequate number of Small Business firms would respond or be qualified.

• Large business concerns are required to submit a subcontracting plan prior to award.

• NAICS code: 237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.

• Small Business Size Standard: $45,500,000.

• Drawings and specifications will be posted with the solicitation and are not available at this time.

• All documents will be in Adobe PDF format and downloadable from the SAM website (https://sam.gov).

• Prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Questions should be directed to Bruce Davis at bruce.w.davis5.civ@us.navy.mil.