Level 2 FRP Over Lab Ceilings Installation- COFC0401

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the original solicitation (dated 03/25/2026) with the following updates:

• Site Visit Scheduled: A site visit is now scheduled for April 13, 2026, at 9:30 AM (Mountain Time) at 3156 Rampart Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Contractors must complete and submit a Visitor Request Form (VRF) to Robert Taylor at rpq7@cdc.gov at least one day prior.
• Ambiguity Clarification:
  • The project scope is confirmed to be FRP ceiling work in Fort Collins, CO.
  • Proposals and Requests for Information (RFIs) should be directed to Brad Edwards at xsw3@cdc.gov.
• Deadline Extensions:
  • The deadline for submitting RFIs is extended to Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The deadline for proposal submissions is extended to Monday, April 27, 2026.

This amendment primarily affects the site visit details, RFI submission process, proposal submission process, and clarifies project scope and RFI/proposal contact information.

Proposal submission deadlines and RFI submission deadlines have been extended. The point of contact for RFIs and proposals has been clarified.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the CDC Visitor Request Form (Form 0.1586 (E) Ver20240515). It is used by CDC personnel to request access for visitors to CDC facilities, including specific campuses, buildings, and rooms. The form collects visitor information, purpose of visit, and required access levels (e.g., laboratories, restricted areas, Select Agent laboratories).

• Visitor identification details (Name, DOB, Citizenship, ID Number)
• Visit details (Dates, Times, Campus/Building/Room, Purpose)
• Access requirements (Laboratories, Restricted Areas, Select Agent Labs)
• Host and Escort information
• Security Office use section for entry notification and approval

While this form is for internal CDC use to manage visitor access, it indicates that the opportunity may involve on-site work or require access to CDC facilities. Bidders should be aware that personnel associated with the opportunity may need to complete this form for site access. The form also outlines host responsibilities and security procedures, which could be relevant if the contract involves collaboration or presence at CDC sites.

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

To repair and refinish gypsum board ceilings and walls in laboratory, laboratory support, corridors, and ancillary spaces on the Second Floor of Building 401 at the CDC Ft. Collins Campus. The existing conditions make decontamination and cleanliness maintenance difficult.

• Cover gypsum board ceilings and walls with smooth, FRP (fiberglass reinforced polymer) panels and FRP trim, matching the existing installation in Building 401.

• Install FRP panels and trim using FRP-specific adhesive and white plastic rivet-headed fasteners.

• Seal all ceiling panel joints, edges, trims, and perimeters with white sealant.

• Address delaminated gypsum ceiling portions by demolishing, priming, and replacing to a Level 3 finish before FRP installation.

• Install FRP on concrete columns using FRP trim.

• Coordinate work with CDC for space decontamination and adjacent projects.

• Manage project schedule in phases, prioritizing Select Agent laboratory space, BSL-3, ABSL-3, and BSL-2 spaces.

• Provide all materials, equipment, and labor.

• Comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Implement fire watch during sprinkler system downtime and protect sprinkler heads.

• Install signage to prevent staff entry into active work phases.

• Remove and reinstall guard rails as needed, ensuring they are sealed to FRP and reinstalled in their original locations.

• Move equipment and coordinate all work with the COR.

• Ensure new FRP panels are Class C fire rated per ASTM E-84.

• Seal openings around existing ceiling-mounted items (sprinkler heads, sensors, lights) with a maximum 1/4" gap.

• Provide sealed edge trim around existing light fixtures and ceiling access panels in laboratories, holding rooms, etc. Corridors require only sealant at edges.

• Seal FRP to overhead door openers.

• Do not block existing ceiling devices; all sprinkler work must comply with NFPA standards.

• Disconnect and reconnect utilities (electrical, fire alarm, fire protection) as needed.

• Provide waste disposal and recycling for demolished materials.

• Perform excessive noise generating activities and utility outages after normal business hours.

• Provide standard manufacturer's warranties and a one-year labor and workmanship warranty.

• Period of Performance: Commences upon award and completed no later than 180 days after Notice to Proceed.

• Place of Performance: Building 401, Ft. Collins Campus, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

• Minimum of five (3) full years of construction experience with similar material installations and interior finishes.

• Compliance with Section 508 and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility standards, including submission of Accessibility Conformance Checklists or Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs).

• Coordination with the COR is required for various aspects of the project.

• Safety Plan: 15 calendar days after Contract Award.

• Notice to Proceed (NTP): Estimated 28 calendar days from Contract Award.

• Security Processing Complete: 30 calendar days after Contract Award.

• Schedule Submittal: 7 calendar days after NTP.

• Product Submittal: 14 days after NTP.

• Construction Complete: 270 calendar days after NTP.

• Closeout Complete: 30 calendar days after Construction Complete.

Other / Unclassified

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This document is not directly relevant to understanding the requirements or details of a government opportunity. Bidders should look for other attachments or the main opportunity description for substantive information. The "Get Adobe Reader Now!" button suggests a need for updated software to access potentially related documents.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contractor's Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It outlines the obligations of contractor employees regarding the handling and disclosure of non-public, confidential, privileged, and procurement-sensitive information accessed during their work for the CDC.

• Non-Public Information: Defines confidential and privileged information and requires employees to use it solely for CDC responsibilities and not disclose it to unauthorized individuals.
• Procurement-Sensitive Information: Specifically addresses information related to solicitations, proposals, contract awards, and related communications. It prohibits disclosure without prior written CDC permission and warns that participation in handling such information may create a conflict of interest, precluding the employee, their current employer, or future employers from competing for related acquisitions.
• System Access: Details special non-disclosure clauses for contractors accessing CDC grants management and procurement-related IT systems, limiting access to necessary functions.
• Identification: Requires contractor employees to identify themselves as non-government employees in interactions with CDC personnel, other government entities, the public, or media, and specifies required disclosures in written communications (email), verbal interactions, and voicemail messages. It also restricts the use of CDC logos.
• Legal Acknowledgment: References federal laws regarding the unlawful removal or destruction of public records and requires the employee to acknowledge reading and understanding the agreement.

Bidders should understand that their employees, if awarded a contract, will be required to sign this NDA. This agreement imposes strict confidentiality obligations and may restrict future competitive bidding if employees gain access to procurement-sensitive information. It also mandates specific identification procedures for contractor personnel working with the CDC.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contractor Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) that must be signed by contractor employees who will access non-public information, including confidential and privileged information, while fulfilling responsibilities for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

• Non-public Information: Defines confidential and privileged information that is not generally available to the public or requires CDC consent for disclosure.
• Employee NDAs: Requires contractors to ensure all employees sign a CDC-provided NDA before accessing government information or commencing work.
• Submission: Signed NDAs must be submitted to the contracting official.
• Procurement-Sensitive Information: Specifically addresses the handling of information related to solicitations, RFPs, RFIs, proposals, and other procurement activities. Access to this information may preclude the contractor from competing on resulting acquisitions.
• Identification Procedures: Outlines how contractor employees must identify themselves when interacting with CDC employees, other government entities, the public, or media, and in written communications (email, voicemail).
• Logo Usage: Restricts the use of CDC logos on contractor employee clothing, with specific exceptions.
• Legal Acknowledgment: Acknowledges federal laws regarding the unlawful removal or destruction of public records.

Bidders must understand that their employees will be required to sign this NDA if awarded a contract. Access to procurement-sensitive information may disqualify the contractor from future related acquisitions. The document also details specific identification and communication protocols that contractor employees must follow while performing work for the CDC.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for building construction projects in Larimer County, Colorado. It supersedes a previous GDN and provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades, including Electrician, Elevator Mechanic, Power Equipment Operator, Ironworker, Painter, Floor Layer, Plumber, Pipefitter, Sheet Metal Worker, Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Cement Mason, Insulator, Laborer, Operator (various types), Roofer, and Truck Driver.

It also includes important notes regarding Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and EO 13658 (Federal Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining their applicability and requirements for federal contracts awarded on or after specific dates.

The document details how to interpret the wage rate identifiers (Union, Union Average, Survey, State Adopted) and provides a process for appealing wage determination decisions.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal construction projects in the specified geographic area. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project, directly impacting labor costs and proposal pricing. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages comply with this determination to meet federal contract requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "Index of Drawings" and "General Project Notes" for the COFC0401 Fort Collins Building 401 Level 2 FRP Over Lab Ceiling Installation project. It also includes the "2nd Floor Ceiling Repair Notes" and a "2nd Floor Plan" indicating the areas requiring work.

• Index of Drawings: Lists the cover sheet (G000) and the 2nd floor ceiling repair drawing (A102).
• General Project Notes: Outlines general requirements for contractors, including site access, compliance with codes and regulations (Life Safety, ABA, NFPA, BMBL), site verification, conflict resolution, noise minimization, and handling of potential asbestos or lead materials.
• 2nd Floor Ceiling Repair Notes: Specifies that all hatched areas on the second floor plan are to have their ceilings covered with sealed, white, Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) panels with trim. It emphasizes minimizing joints, referring to specifications for details, coordinating with CDC for lab decommissioning, using manufacturer-recommended products, and sealing to the base of existing ceiling items.
• 2nd Floor Plan: Visually identifies the specific areas on the second floor of Building 401 that require ceiling repair with FRP panels.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of work, including the specific areas affected, the materials to be used (FRP panels), and general project requirements. It highlights the need for site visits, adherence to safety and regulatory standards, and coordination with the government. The floor plan provides a visual representation of the work areas, and the notes detail the installation requirements for the FRP ceiling panels.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a design-build project to replace, upgrade, and modernize the switchgear controls and communications for Buildings 106 and 107 at the CDC Chamblee Campus in Chamblee, Georgia. The estimated project price range is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Installation of Level 2 FRP Overlab Ceilings.

• The full scope of work is detailed in the attached Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings.

• Any changes to these documents will be made via Amendment or Modification.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price General Construction.

• Period of Performance: Within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, and completion within 364 calendar days.

• Performance Bonds and Payment Bonds are required.

• Offers are due by 4:00 PM local time on April 22, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically.

• Proposals will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process.

• Evaluation Factors: Past Experience, Management Approach, Past Performance, and Price.

• Proposals must receive an 'Acceptable' or higher rating for all non-price factors to be considered for award.

• Proposals must remain valid for 120 calendar days after the due date.

• A bid guarantee of 20% of the proposed price or $3,000,000 (whichever is less) is required.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $45 million.

• HUBZone certification is required at the time of proposal submission and award.

• The Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings are listed as attachments in Section J.

• A site visit is strongly encouraged.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Level 2 FRP Over Lab Ceilings Installation (COFC0401) requirement at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Fort Collins facility. The acquisition will be conducted as a Negotiated Procurement (RFP) using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection methodology.

• Installation of Level 2 FRP Over Lab Ceilings.

• Offerors must meet all solicitation requirements and receive an Acceptable or higher rating for all non-price factors to be eligible for award.

• Magnitude of Construction: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Period of Performance: 180 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed.

• Includes applicable FAR, HHSAR, and CDC-specific clauses related to wage determinations, performance and payment bonds, health and safety compliance, records management, non-disclosure and contractor identification, and electronic payment/invoice submission.

• Requests for Information (RFIs) Deadline: April 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EST.

• Proposal Due Date: April 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EST. Proposals must be submitted electronically.

• A site visit is strongly encouraged.

• Bid Guarantee: Required, equal to the lesser of 20% of the proposed price or $3,000,000.

• Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection methodology.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Size Standard: $45M).

• Offerors are responsible for reviewing the entire solicitation, including all attachments listed in Section J, and ensuring full compliance with submission instructions in Section L and evaluation criteria in Section M.