Design Bid Build (DBB) Construction Requirement for Alburg Springs Land Port of Entry (LPOE), Alburg, Vermont
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The General Services Administration (GSA), Public Buildings Service, is soliciting proposals for a Design-Bid-Build (DBB) Construction contract for Repair and Alteration (R&A) and an optional Driveway Extension at the Alburg Springs Land Port of Entry (LPOE) in Alburg, Vermont. This project aims to modernize the LPOE, correct deficiencies, and enhance operational efficiency for Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and GSA, while preserving the existing Historic Facility. The estimated value is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.
Scope of Work
The project involves comprehensive renovation and modernization of the LPOE. Key elements include:
- Installation of new gates and guardrails for primary passenger and commercial lanes.
- Construction of a new officer inspection booth.
- Interior upgrades, including a new floorplan.
- New and upgraded Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), and Security systems.
- A driveway extension (contract option) to address security concerns with local traffic. All work must adhere to GSA PBS Core Building Standards and the CBP 2023 Land Port of Entry Design Standard. The port will be fully closed during all construction activities. Historic preservation requirements are detailed in supporting documents.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) for both the base award and the driveway extension option.
- Delivery Method: Design-Bid-Build (DBB).
- Period of Performance: July 3, 2026, to August 31, 2027. Substantial Completion is required within 396 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP), with Contract Completion within 30 calendar days thereafter.
- Liquidated Damages: $3,416.69 per calendar day for failure to achieve Substantial Completion.
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside; a Small Business Subcontracting Plan is required for "other than small businesses."
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Pre-Proposal Conference/Site Visit: May 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, located at 303 Alburgh Springs Road, Alburgh, VT. Registration is mandatory by May 1, 2026, 2:00 PM EST via the provided Google Form link.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to emily.jackson@gsa.gov as separate PDF attachments for Technical and Price proposals. A bid guarantee (20% of bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less) is required. Offers will be evaluated using a best value tradeoff approach. Non-price factors are significantly more important than the Total Evaluated Price, each weighted at 25%:
- Experience in Providing Construction Phase Services on Similar Projects.
- Management and Technical Approach in Project Management Plan.
- Past Performance in Providing Construction Phase Services on Similar Projects.
- Qualifications and Experience of Key Personnel. Offerors must have an "Active" SAM registration. Required forms include GSA Form 527 (Contractor's Qualifications) and the PBS Past Performance Questionnaire.